Squaw Valley, CA Legend Andy Hays Shares Pre-Season Workout Video [arve url="https://vimeo.com/478196889"] SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 Likes Tweets 2 Comments
Be Bold, Start Cold โHey, old man! Arenโt you cold, hiking in just THAT? Itโs freaking dumping out!โ A curious grom asks a white-whiskered, veteran of the slopes whoโs wearing nothing but a light sweater and ski pants as he tours up into the gray abyss. โYou would think that, but Iโm actually the perfect temperature right now. Itโs YOU thatโs going to be hot [โฆ] Backcountry Martin Kuprianowicz | November 13, 2020 4 Comments
Mount Washington Observatory, NH Sad to Share the News of Marty the Catโs Passing After twelve years of living on the summit of Mount Washington, Marty the Cat has passed on. Marty was beloved by Mount Washington Observatory staff, Mount Washington State Park staff, and thousands of visitors from around the world. โIt is with an incredibly heavy heart that we have to share the news of Martyโs passing due to an unforeseen illness. [โฆ] SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 0 Comments
At Least 14 Ski Resorts Are Open in North America this Weekendโฆ The 20/21 season is underway! A little later than usual, ski resorts have slowly begun opening and turning lifts for eager skiers who were left begging for more when resorts closed prematurely in mid-March. Canada seems to be having a great start to the season, a shame we canโt get there! However, this week should see many US resorts open, specifically [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 3 Comments
The Unknown Private Ski Hill Craze of Southern Ontario, Canada Many avid skiers and riders may have heard of the various private ski resorts that dot the United States, such as the Yellowstone Club in Montana. These private ski resorts are for the uber-rich and cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not millions, to join. But have you ever heard of Craigleith Ski Club, Georgian Peaks Ski Club, or [โฆ] Liam Abbott | November 13, 2020 1 Comment
VIDEO: Andri Ragettli Drops Another Insane โFloor is Lavaโ Video [arve url="https://youtu.be/s2MmbScaN7Y"] SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Aspen Mountain, CO Debuts Top-to-Bottom Snowmaking For the first time in its history, Aspen Mountain, CO (Ajax) will have top-to-bottom snowmaking capabilities. Aspen Mountain originally installed its snowmaking system in 1981 after some low snow years, especially the winter of 1976-77. The snowmaking system covered 172 acres of terrain on the lower two thirds of the mountain, but the missing link has finally been completed. Over [โฆ] Industry News Taylor Stephan | November 13, 2020 0 Comments
Study: During COVID, Is Flying Safer Than Grocery Shopping? Last week, Harvard researchers asserted that flying on a plane during COVID is actually less risky than your average trip to the grocery store. This may seem counter-intuitive at first. Seating on airplanes is certainly not socially distanced, and one may initially think that it would be extremely detrimental to overall COVID precautions. However, the Harvard study cites mask-wearing, ventilation, and [โฆ] Brains Clay Malott | November 13, 2020 2 Comments
Sun Valley Resort, ID Releases 20/21 Operating Plan | No Skier Limits and No Reservations Needed for Epic Pass Holders The general manager of Sun Valley Resort in Idaho wrote a letter to guests recently, outlining the resortโs approach to the upcoming covid-19 winter season. Related: Sun Valley, Idaho Continues With Terrain Expansion Despite Pandemic Looking forward to a November 26th opening day, Tim Silva explained that due to being a relatively uncrowded resort and adding a further 380-acres of [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 0 Comments
VIDEO: โThe Hermit:โ A Cat Murderer, Backcountry Powder Skiing, & Epic Editing The Hermit from Zeppelin Zeerip on Vimeo. In the 1950s resident cats began disappearing in Sandpoint, Idaho. A local hermit was suspected, and his house searched. Inside, authorities found the bodies and hides of numerous local cats that had gone missingโฆ It was reported that the man enjoyed cat stew, and as a result, was soon hauled off to the [โฆ] Laughs SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 1 Comment
Snowbasin, UT to Open for 80th Winter Season With New Enhancements to Expand on Safety and Guest Experience With the recent foot of fresh snow, Snowbasin, UT, one of the longest operating resorts in the United States, is looking forward to celebrating its 80th season with a target opening in late November/early December, pending snowfall and available terrain. Related: Snowmaking Begins at Snowbasin, UT With Just One Month (30 Days) Until Opening Day As the 2020-21 winter season [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 13, 2020 0 Comments
Las Vegas, NVโs Lee Canyon Ski Area Approved For Expansion The Las Vegas ski area Lee Canyon has been given the green light by the U.S. Forest Service to move forward with expansion plans. An environmental impact statement has been reviewed and approved, finalizing Lee Canyonโs plans to add two new lifts, 23 ski runs, mountain bike trails, a mountain coaster, additional parking, a zipline, and other amenities. Located only [โฆ] Industry News Sophia Rose | November 13, 2020 0 Comments
1-3 Feet of Snow Expected Through Saturday for Mt. Baker Ski Area, WA Mt. Baker Ski Area is getting dumped onโbig time. The resort has yet to announce an opening day as it is dependent on conditions, but this storm may give them a better idea as to when they are going to start spinning their lifts. Related: Mt. Baker, WA Operating Plan Winter 2020/21: No Limited Capacity and No Reservations to Begin [โฆ] Weather WeatherBrains | November 12, 2020 0 Comments
Mountain High Resort, CA Postpones Todayโs Opening After 4 Employees Test Positive For Covid-19 Mountain High Resort had been looking forward to kicking off the ski season in California today but have had to put the champagne on ice as covid-19 has shortened their season before it even began. Related: Mammoth Mountain, CA Opens for the Season on Friday! The resort announced yesterday afternoon that an employee has tested positive for covid-19, so in [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 12, 2020 0 Comments
Bergman Bowl Project Approved at Keystone Resort, CO The White River National Forest has approved Keystoneโs plans for their new Bergman Bowl project. Keystone is located in Summit County, CO, next to the likes of Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, and Loveland. The ski resort opened in 1970 and has since grown to 20 lifts and over 3,000 skiable acres. Since 1997, the mountain has been owned by Vail Resorts [โฆ] Industry News Taylor Stephan | November 11, 2020 0 Comments
Vermont Sees Red: Ski Season Is at Risk, Especially for Vermonters Governor Phil Scott yesterday (Nov 9, 2020) announced that the state of Vermont is suspending a program that allowed people from across the Northeast to visit the state without quarantining if they came from a county with a low rate of coronavirus infection. As of yesterday, only two counties between Maine and Ohio were green and eligible to travel. Due to [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 11, 2020 8 Comments
To Save Ski Season, Routt County, CO (Steamboat) Enters Level Orange (High Risk) on Stateโs โSafer at Homeโ Dial Routt County, CO, home to Steamboat Ski Area, has joined Summit County, CO, in moving from Level Yellow (concern) on the stateโs โSafer at Homeโ dial to Level Orange (high risk). โI think this is obvious that it needs to be done. There is no question that further restrictions are problematic for our businesses, and there is also no question [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 11, 2020 0 Comments
UK Ski Operator Cancels All Winter 20/21 Bookings Due to Ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic A UK ski operator announced this week that they would be canceling all winter 20/21 bookings due to the ongoing health concerns caused by covid-19. Announcement Regarding Winter Season 2020/21 pic.twitter.com/FGlNF71uBB โ Interski (@Interski) November 9, 2020 Interski, who has been offering ski packages to the Aosta Valley, Italy for 40-years, has โmade theโฏexceptionallyโฏdifficult decision to cancel all bookings for the [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 11, 2020 0 Comments
Mountain High Resort Opens Tomorrow | First Californian Resort to Open for Winter 20/21 The Yeti has an announcement! Mountain High, CA officially opens for the 20/21 Season tomorrow, Thursday, November 12. OPENING DAY is this Thursday 11/12! ๐ Day 1 is season pass holders only, but we will be open to the public with limited daily ticket sales after that! Tickets MUST be purchased 24 hours in advance here โ https://t.co/63muut5FOL#mthigh#whereyougoforsnow pic.twitter.com/ZfDTdt1GD9 โ Mountain [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 11, 2020 0 Comments
Loveland Ski Area Opens Today | 4th Colorado Resort Open for the Season Loveland ski area in Colorado announced on their socials yesterday that they will be opening today, Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Related: At Least 14 Ski Resorts Are Open in North America this Weekโฆ โWe have been waiting to welcome everyone back to the mountain since our season ended in March and are happy to announce that Opening Day is finally [โฆ] Industry News SnowBrains | November 11, 2020 0 Comments