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The 9 Sketchiest Ski Resort Access Roads in North America, According to SnowBrains Readers

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The drive to the mountain is an integral part of the ski day adventure, setting the tone for the excitement and anticipation that awaits on the slopes. However, reaching some of the best ski resorts often means navigating treacherous roads that can test even the most experienced drivers. From steep inclines and hairpin turns to icy surfaces and unexpected snowstorms, […]
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Avatar photo Brent Thomas |
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Backcountry Skiing Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts

Since the COVID-19 Pandemic, a massive influx of skiers has entered the backcountry. With this, it is important to understand backcountry skiing etiquette. Remember, before you enter the backcountry, know before you go and get an avalanche education. Related: Utah Avalanche Center Expresses Serious Concerns About Backcountry Skiers Ignoring Basic Safety Rules DO – Practice Leave No Trace Principles The […]
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Dominic Gawel |
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Inconsistencies in Classification of Ski Slope Difficulty Ratings

According to the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), the U.S. had 473 ski resorts operating throughout the country during the 2021-22 season, offering different conditions, terrain, and elevations. However, when it comes to the classification of the difficulty levels assigned to varying slopes throughout these resorts, there seems to be an inconsistency throughout the ski industry in the U.S.  Have […]
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It’s Septembrrr… Beware

It’s September… It’s September and wether you know it or not, you’re mind has been seasonally shifted. September is the first of a series of months that end in “-ber” that lead to you saying “brrr.” The equinox is only 21 days from today. From then on, night is longer than day, cold stronger than warm, and storm will prevail over calm. Powder Magazine has already come out with their first issue of winter 2014/15 and their second issue will appear in days. Ski and snowboard movie trailers are dropping left and right and movie premiers loom […]
Miles Clark |
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The Science Behind Avalanches

Avalanches are among the most dangerous natural hazards and the science behind their formation and prevention is fascinating. These mass movements of snow often disrupt the operations of ski areas and public roads, leading to significant investments in prevention. Triggered by animals, humans, heavy snowfall, earthquakes, and other natural variables, avalanches have the greatest risk of sliding on slopes greater […]
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Logan Tepper |
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