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Copper Mountain, CO, Report: Soft Groomers and Park Laps

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Report from March 6, 2025 As the season slowly winds to a close, skiers and snowboarders around the country rush to get their turns in as the snow starts to slush. In central Colorado, early spring conditions can be some of the best, with a combination of fresh snow and sunlight making the mountain experience memorable. At Copper Mountain, located […]

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Quinn Brophy | March 11, 2025
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Vail Resorts Q2 2025 Results: Total Revenue Up $59 Million and Visitation Increased Over Last Year

Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) yesterday reported financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 ended January 31, 2025 and provided the Company’s ski season-to-date metrics through March 2, 2025. Related: Comparing the Price Development of Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy Passes Tl;dr: – Financial Highlights: Vail Resorts reported a net income of $245.5 million, up from $219.3 […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 11, 2025
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Massive Brawl on the Ski Slopes Ends in Hospital as Dutch and German Tourists Clash in Flachau, Austria

What started as a heated exchange in a ski hut spiraled into a full-scale brawl on the slopes of Flachau, one of Austria’s most popular ski resorts, on the evening of March 9, 2025. More than 15 people were involved, with three German tourists suffering injuries that required hospitalization. According to a report by the Austrian police, an argument between […]

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Julia Schneemann | March 10, 2025
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All the Latest Updates on Locals’ Plan to Purchase Mt. Bachelor, OR

[Updated March 10, 2025] On August 22, 2024, POWDR Corporation announced it was selling Killington Resort and Pico Mountain, Vermont, to local pass holders, as well as three other resorts, including Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, which it has owned since 2001 and is the largest ski resort in the Pacific Northwest. Shortly after the announcement, a local group, now called Mount Bachelor Community […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | March 10, 2025
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La Thuile, Italy, Report: 37,500 Skiable Acres, 94-Miles of Trails, 4,728 Vertical Feet, 39 Ski Lifts, 2 Countries

Report from March 7, 2025 On Friday of last week, we skied La Thuile ski resort in La Thuile, Italy. La Thuile, Italy, is part of the Espace San Bernardo ski area, which connects to La Rosière ski area in France.  Related: Ski Resorts Where You Can Ski or Board in 2 Countries in 1 Day The first thing we […]

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Miles Clark | March 10, 2025
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YETI Natural Selection Tour Announces New Banked Slalom Event, In-Person Viewing, and More

Revelstoke, BC (March 7, 2025) — Strap in for a full week of action at the YETI Natural Selection Revelstoke, running from March 10 to 17, 2025. From sun up to well past sundown, an exciting lineup including music, the new NST Snaked Banked Slalom, an art show, and more are designed to bring the Revelstoke and snowboarding community together […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | March 10, 2025
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Skip the Ski Traffic and Take Colorado’s Winter Park Express Train

Winter Park Express Ski Train

Skiers and snowboarders based in the Denver area have long been beleaguered by aggravating traffic congestion on their way to and from the resorts that dot Colorado’s I-70. The traffic jams are practically synonymous with the superb skiing. On powder storm weekends, locals have to leave their homes at 5:00 a.m. to have a chance at beating the rush. During […]

Melissa McGibbon | March 10, 2025
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[VIDEO] Large Inbounds Avalanche Caught on Camera at Shymbulak Ski Resort in Kazakhstan

View this post on Instagram A post shared by ᴋɪʀɪʟʟ ᴋᴜᴢɴᴇᴛsᴏv (@kirillkuzia) A powerful avalanche ripped down a slope at Shymbulak ski resort in Kazakhstan on Monday, March 10, with dramatic footage of the event shared on Instagram by user Kirill Kuznetsov. The video shows a fast-moving wall of snow sweeping through the area under the chairlift. At least one […]

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AvyBrains | March 10, 2025
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Tragedy Strikes in Italian Alps as Promising Young Ski Racer Dies Following Shocking Training Crash

Marco Degli Uomini, an 18-year-old rising talent in Italian skiing, has died following a horrific crash during a training run at the Zoncolan ski area in the Carnic Alps in Italy. The accident occurred on March 8 in the early morning around 7:40 a.m. before the slopes opened to the public. Degli Uomini was training to serve as the forerunner […]

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Julia Schneemann | March 10, 2025
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4 Days on The Snake River with Tributary Whitewater

On top of Eagle's Nest. Photo Credit: SnowBrains

At over 8,000 feet at its deepest point, Hells Canyon along the Oregon and Idaho border is the deepest gorge in North America. The Snake River cuts through the epic canyon that was formed by violent tectonic plate collisions, underwater volcanoes, and immense lava flows. Within the canyon contains some of North America’s oldest anthropology discoveries, hundreds of human artifacts […]

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Luke Guilford | March 10, 2025
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Reflecting on 5 Years Since COVID-19 Shut Down Ski Resorts and How it Has Shaped the Industry Today

Five years ago, the ski industry came to a screeching halt as the COVID-19 pandemic led to unprecedented shutdowns across North America. In mid-March 2020, just as ski resorts were gearing up for the busy spring break season, operations were abruptly halted due to government mandates and growing concerns over virus transmission. For some, this is a sensitive subject, as […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | March 10, 2025
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FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Finals in Sun Valley, ID, Set to Begin Next Week After Positive Snow Control

The world’s top alpine ski racers will converge in Sun Valley, Idaho, this month for the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Finals, marking the exciting conclusion of the 2024-25 season. Following the official positive snow control announcement on March 9, FIS has confirmed that the event will proceed as scheduled from March 20 to 27, thanks to excellent snow conditions […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 10, 2025
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Gondola Cabin Falls at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, BC, with 8 People Inside After Mechanical Failure

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A cabin on the Golden Eagle Express gondola at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort fell Monday after a key mechanical part gave way, forcing the resort to shut down all lift operations. The cabin dropped after a hangar arm—the metal piece linking the carrier to the main cable—snapped, according to Liftblog. The eight-person cabin had just left the base station when […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 10, 2025
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Ski Lift Operator Negligence: How to Spot It and How to Fight Back

The Heavenly Gondola. | Photo: Heavenly Instagram

Recent ski lift accidents, such as the incidents at Attitash Mountain Resort, New Hampshire, and Heavenly Mountain Resort, California, where guests were injured after falling 20-30 feet, highlight the inherent risks associated with these machines. These types of accidents can involve many different factors, ranging from mechanical malfunctions to inclement weather; however, in some cases, a negligent operator can be […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 10, 2025
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Beaver Mountain, UT, Celebrates its 85th Birthday with $20 Lift Tickets

Harold Seeholzer in 1918 with his first pair of skis. Photo Credit: Beaver Mountain

Beaver Mountain Ski Area is tucked away in Utah’s northeast corner and is the United State’s oldest continuously-owned family ski resort. Beaver Mountain was opened in 1939 by Harold Seeholzer who had a vision to share his passion for skiing with others. On Tuesday, March 11, Beaver Mountain will be celebrating its 85th birthday by offering $20 lift tickets. Related: […]

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Luke Guilford | March 10, 2025
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Pennsylvania Ski Resorts March into Spring with Multiple Events

As Spring approaches, Pennsylvania ski resorts still welcome visitors to the slopes for a final stretch of skiing and snowboarding. This is the perfect time for snow lovers to hit the slopes, with lighter crowds and a full lineup of seasonal events. Resorts across the state offer fun for all ages from pond skimming competitions and carnivals to St. Patrick’s […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | March 10, 2025
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Dartmouth Skiway, NH, Report: The Ivy League’s Finest Skiing

Dartmouth Upper Howard Chivers

Report from Sunday, March 2, 2025 Whenever I happen to be passing by an esteemed U.S. College, I make an effort to stop by and check the place out. Names such as Harvard, Standford, Yale, and Princeton are ingrained in North American culture and I see these visits as fascinating opportunities to experience a place we often hear so much […]

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Liam Abbott | March 10, 2025
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Comparing the Price Development of Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy Passes

Multi-passes changed how the ski industry worked when Vail Resorts released the Epic Pass for the 2008-09 season. Since then, everyone who loves to ski or snowboard has probably been to a mountain that offers one of these multi-passes, and many have purchased one of these products. This is the time of year when the big names in multi-passes release […]

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Avatar photo Gregg Frantz | March 10, 2025
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51-Year-Old Local Skier Killed in Backcountry Avalanche Near Hoyt Peak, UT

A 51-year-old local skier was caught and killed in an avalanche while skiing in the backcountry near Hoyt Peak, Utah. The victim was identified by the Utah Avalanche Center as Michael Janulaitis of Marion, Utah. Janulaitis was reported missing Friday evening after he failed to return home as expected. The Summit County Sheriff’s Office received a call at approximately 5 p.m. […]

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AvyBrains | March 10, 2025
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American Ski Mountaineer Rescued by Helicopter with 200-Foot Steel Cable from Steep Couloir Near Mont Blanc

It was me. I fell in a no-fall zone. What had begun as a beautiful day in a gorgeous amphitheater of Dolomite-style couloirs near 4,810-meter (15,780-foot) Mont Blanc ended with broken bones and an intense helicopter rescue. We had a strong crew of ski mountaineers, two from Italy and one from France, and set off on a nice morning from […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | March 9, 2025
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