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Skier Survives Avalanche in No Name Bowl Near Jackson Hole, WY

On Sunday, December 28, a skier triggered an avalanche in the Tetons just south of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming, in the well-known No Name Bowl below No Name Peak. The incident occurred in the sidecountry terrain accessed through the resort’s southern boundary gates—an area that often feels familiar and inviting, especially on clear, bluebird days. This close call serves […]
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Snowcat Causes Enormous Avalanche Next to Tram at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY

The Jackson Hole Ski Patrol reported that a massive avalanche occurred just outside the ski area boundary while a snowcat was actively clearing snow from the top tram terminal on Rendezvous Mountain, Wyoming. According to the report filed with the Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center, the crown of the avalanche had an average thickness of 8 feet and was up to 10 […]
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Top 8 Most Expensive Lift Ticket Prices this Holiday Season in North America

The holiday season is upon us. This is the time of year when individuals and families plan their big trips to their favorite resorts. It is also the time of year we usually see resorts fully opening all available inbounds terrain. However, with irregular snowfall totals for some of the usual heavy-hitters, this year is different. While some legendary resorts […]
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The 23 North American Resorts That Have Already Received Over 100 Inches of Snowfall This Season

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The story of this year’s North American snowfall has been a dramatic tale of boom or bust. Areas like the powder highway in British Columbia are enjoying an early-season boom, with several resorts reporting higher-than-average snowfall. On the other hand, regions in the American Pacific Northwest have had a less-than-stellar start. But PNW skiers, do not fret: 3-6 feet of […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Significant Snowfall Returns to the Intermountain West This Week. But When and How Much?

Source: maps.weatherbell.com Big Picture This last week, if not the whole season, has been bleak for skiers in Wyoming, Utah, and Colorado. The latest trend was a series of atmospheric rivers hitting the Pacific Northwest, at the same time that a series of clipper systems were hitting the Great Lakes and Northern Plains. This has resulted in wet, but mild, […]
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Set to Open 2025-26 Season on December 4

After postponing its original opening due to warm weather and thin early-season snowpack, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Wyoming, has announced it will officially begin the 2025–26 winter season on Thursday, December 4, with three lifts in operation and additional terrain expected to follow. The update comes after a challenging November, when sustained warmth and limited natural snowfall left the […]
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Delays Opening Day Amid Warm Weather and Limited Snowfall

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has postponed the start of its 2025-26 winter season as warm temperatures and limited early-season snowfall prevent the mountain from meeting its safety and terrain-coverage standards. The resort reported just 26 inches of mid-mountain snowfall through November, and sustained warmth has hampered snowmaking efforts across key areas of the mountain. With insufficient coverage to safely open […]
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[VIDEO] Layers of Time: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Celebrates 60 Years of Adventure and Geologic Wonder

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort proudly commemorates its 60th anniversary with the release of the captivating video “Layers of Time,” a tribute to the legendary mountain terrain and the pioneering spirit that shaped one of North America’s most iconic ski destinations. Related: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Celebrates 60 Years with Limited-Edition Ski Featuring Iconic Tram Artwork Opening its lifts in […]
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Jackson Hole Ski Patrol Files Petition to Unionize

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After months of worker-led organizing, 93% of eligible members of Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Ski Patrol (JHSP) have filed for a union representation election with the National Labor Relations Board. If certified, the patrol will organize as the Jackson Hole Ski Patrol Union under Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 7781, United Mountain Workers (UMW). Related: Why Ski Patrollers at Park […]
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Celebrates 60 Years with Limited-Edition Ski Featuring Iconic Tram Artwork

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming, is celebrating 60 years by releasing a special, limited-edition ski adorned with artwork featuring the resort’s iconic tram. The 60th Anniversary Ski was created in collaboration with Faction Skis and illustrated by Jackson-based artist Kelly Halpin. The artwork consists of the resort’s unmistakable Big Red Aerial Tram, and the famed Corbet’s Couloir is also depicted […]
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SnowBrains Podcast Ep. 87 | Madison Rose Ostergren – Ski Racer Turned Big Mountain Charger

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Madison Rose Ostergren is a ski racer turned big mountain charger, redefining what it means to ski with style, power, and soul. She’s starred in Warren Miller films, Teton Gravity Research films, she drops massive Teton lines, and she’s built a life that blends art, grit, and fearless creativity. About The SnowBrains Podcast: Top 12% of all podcasts Interviews the […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Another Blast of Snow for Northwest Wyoming as Active Stretch Commences

Forecast prepared on: October 10th, 2025 at 9pm MDT Wyoming received its first significant snowstorm of the season last weekend, and we are set for a repeat this weekend. A cold front will move across Northwest Wyoming on Saturday night, allowing snow to fall across elevations as low as approximately 5,500 feet on Sunday morning. Temperatures will also drop 15-25°F behind […]
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Unveils Plans for New “6 Star” Base Area Hotel

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming, has recently announced plans to sell part of the Cody Lot to a yet-to-be-named buyer, who will build a luxury hotel and condominium complex, reports Jackson Hole News & Guide. While details of the project are still limited and construction is likely years away, resort leaders say it will be an extremely high-end development, comparable […]
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