Katy Shipley, Author at SnowBrains

Ski California: Bluebird Days, Backcountry Skiing, and the Best Months to Go

Best Months to Ski In California California holds high elevations, a deep snowpack, and great weather. It can be tough deciding when to come here, considering resorts like Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows and Mammoth Mountain can run from November to July. Great skiing can happen on Thanksgiving or the Fourth, so how do you stand the best chance at scoring […]

Katy Shipley | March 29, 2021

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How Smaller Resorts Offer Smaller Environmental Impact

Brought to you by Monarch Mountain These days it may feel like the big corporations rule the ski world. The ski industry is pressured to open early, offer year round lift access, and create a comfortable environment in the most remote locations. When choosing where to ski or buy a pass, some might look for who has the most skiable […]

Headphones on the Slopes: When to Rock Out and Why

Music has gone hand in hand with sports for years. Whether it’s an Olympic snowboarder plugging in before they hit the halfpipe, or an energetic spin class, music is a tool used by many different athletes. While headphones work great for snowsports, it’s debatable if they should be worn on the mountain. The mountain environment offers challenges that require focus […]

Gear Review

Katy Shipley | July 21, 2020

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Housing in Ski Towns | Getting Your Foot In the Door

You’ve sent in your job applications, packed your gear, and are ready to spend your winter out west. Powder days and party nights await, but one thing every mountain person has asked themselves at one point or another, “Where am I going to live?” Finding a roof over your head in a ski town requires some planning, a little luck, […]

Katy Shipley | July 6, 2020

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Finding Love in the Mountains — Where to Start and How to Keep Her

We all know it can feel like a lonely man’s world out there on the slopes. You’ve skied all day with the crew, captured some “footy for the boys”, what more do you need? But as much fun as a day of testosterone can be, you might be left wondering if you will ever find a girl to shred with. […]

Friday Fun

Katy Shipley | May 16, 2020

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Eating on the Mountain–What Fuels You?

When you can burn up to 400 calories an hour while out skiing and snowboarding, snacks on the mountain are a must. We asked our Facebook followers what keeps them going on the slopes. The responses were full of a wide array of mountain munchies. One thing was certain, many folks prefer to bring their own lunch or snacks. Despite […]

Katy Shipley | May 16, 2020

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Butt Naked Skiing: Freedom at Its Finest

Katy Shipley | April 16, 2020

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High Altitude Views of Lake Tahoe, North America’s Largest Alpine Lake

Brought to you by Visit Reno Tahoe Anyone who has witnessed Lake Tahoe will agree that the view lives up to the hype. This body of water lies nestled like a sparkling gem in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The lake is so large that its surface is noticeably convex due to the curvature of the Earth. With panoramic mountain landscapes, […]