SnowBrains Forecast: Up to 2 Feet Snow For WY, ID, and MT This Weekend This forecast was created at 4:00 p.m. PT on Wednesday, February 10 A prolonged series of storms will bring multiple rounds of fresh snow through early next week, with periods of heavier accumulations favoring the IdahoโWyoming border region. Overall, expect a mix of cold overnight lows, gradually rising snow levels by late weekend, and occasional gusty windsโespecially Thursday and Sundayโas […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 12, 2025 0 Comments
Idaho Supreme Court Could Erase Decades of Ski Area Liability Precedent Skiing is big in Idaho. Many citizens participate in the sport, and it also attracts scores of nonresidents, significantly contributing to the state’s economy. Because skiing and snowboarding in Idaho is so important and since it is recognized that the sport has fundamental risks, the state’s Ski Area Liability Law, which has been in place for decades, defines the responsibilities […] Industry News Brent Thomas | February 10, 2025 1 Comment
The 11 Oldest Ski Gondolas Still in Use in North America Today Gondolas are a comfortable mode of aerial transport used to access alpine locations while being sheltered from the harsh elements. Similar in construction to an aerial ski lift, with the added protection of an enclosed cabin to hold in warmth and block out the wind. While new gondolas are being installed each year across North America for skiing, this article […] Brains James Pulfer | February 10, 2025 3 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: 2-4 Feet of New Snow For the Northern Rockies This Week with Much More on the Horizon Source: maps.weatherbell.com The Northern Rockies are continuing to get slammed by an atmospheric river that has already brought multiple feet of snow to the highest elevations of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Currently, the atmospheric river is positioned over Central Idaho, bringing heavy snow to the mountains and rain to the valleys. Cold air is trapped in Northern Idaho and Montana, […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
Pomerelle, ID, Report: Sunny Groomers and Good Vibes Report from Sunday, January 26, 2025 Sawtooth National Forest may be known for steep couloirs and challenging summits, including four of the Fifty Classic Ski Descents in North America, but the forest also hosts several ski areas of a much more relaxed character. I traveled to one of these little-known gems this week, Pomerelle Mountain Resort. Located near Albion, Idaho, […] Trip Report Zach Armstrong | January 31, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: 4+ Feet For WY, MT, ID This Week A change is on the way after a stretch of quiet weather in the Northern Rockies. Overall, mild high pressure will gradually give way to a stream of Pacific moisture by late week, delivering a series of storms that should bring significant mountain snowfall. Lower elevations will see fluctuating snow levels due to periods of warmer air surging in from […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 29, 2025 0 Comments
Largest Skiable Acreage of Each U.S. State with a Ski Area The U.S. has some vast ski areas, but which is the largest in each state? This article will break it down state by state to determine which resort offers the most skiable acres for each state with a ski area. Not necessarily the tallest resorts but those with the most expansive terrain choices. Park City Mountain Resort – Utah – […] James Pulfer | January 21, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Pair of Storms Start 2025 Off Strong Across Northern Rockies | 40+ Inches of Snow Possible This forecast was prepared at noon MST on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 Snow started falling across much of the Northern Rockies just as the clocks struck midnight on New Year’s Eve and will continue to fall steadily until at least Thursday morning. This round of snow is the result of a moisture-laden storm that is passing directly over Idaho this […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 1, 2025 0 Comments