[UPDATE] Summer-Only Ski Area Beartooth Basin, MT, For Sale After 2 Tough Summer-Skiing Seasons Running a ski resort is one of the most difficult businesses to operate successfully. There are so many aspects of the business to look at like lift maintenance, snowmaking operations, the food and beverage department, hospitality and guest relations, and much more. Add in the major factor that the industry heavily relies on Mother Nature to cooperate and provide cold […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | June 22, 2024 0 Comments
Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, MT, is Now Open to Hikers and Bicyclists Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, MT, is now open over Logan Pass to hikers and bicyclists when the road crew is not working. When the road crew is working, the area between Bird Woman Falls Overlook and Lunch Creek may be closed. Any closures will be marked and signed. The Road Crew Closure is typically in place Monday through […] SnowBrains | June 21, 2024 0 Comments
Summer-Only Ski Area Beartooth Basin, MT, is For Sale After 2 Tough Summer-Skiing Seasons Beartooth Basin, America’s sole summer-only ski area, has made the momentous decision after two bad seasons, which saw the ski area opening for a mere two-and-a-half weeks in 2023 and not at all in 2024. The ski area made the announcement on its website and social media accounts. Situated at an altitude of 10,900 ft (3,322m) in the Beartooth Mountains […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | June 21, 2024 1 Comment
Red Lodge Mountain, MT, Will Begin its Inaugural Summer Season on Friday, June 21 Red Lodge Mountain, Montana, is set to launch its inaugural summer season on Friday, June 21. As summer approaches, staff are preparing for a fantastic season of scenic lift rides, hiking, disc golf, and relaxation with food and beverage service at the Bierstube restaurant located in the base area. The Stache Express high-speed detachable triple chairlift will spin from 10 […] SnowBrains | June 19, 2024 0 Comments
Winter Storm Warning Issued With Up to 14″ of Snow Forecast for Montana and Idaho Mountain Passes and Peaks While the rest of the country is sweating it out in a potentially historic heatwave, the high elevations of the West are about to get blasted with a late-season winter storm that’ll have you dusting off those powder skis. Winter Storm Warnings have been issued for large areas of the Montana and Idaho mountains, with forecasts predicting snow accumulations of up […] Weather WeatherBrains | June 17, 2024 0 Comments
9 States With the Least Crowded Hiking Trails The United States is abundant with beautiful hiking trails across the country. You’ll find every type of environment, including lush mountains, serene deserts, picturesque seaside locations, and more. However, popular trails often draw large crowds, and the abundance of visitors can lead to frustrating feelings. In this blog, we will explore the states with the least crowded hiking trails, in […] Brains Quintin Mills | June 13, 2024 1 Comment
Wastewater to Snow: Exploring Sustainable Snowmaking at Montana Ski Resorts The Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, located in Big Sky, Montana, is looking to turn wastewater into snow for their mountain, making it the second ski area in Montana to do so. The resort follows in the footsteps of Montana’s private club, the Yellowstone Club, and more than a dozen ski areas across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Switzerland that are […] Industry News Samantha Gates | June 10, 2024 1 Comment
Big Sky Resort, MT, Begins Summer Activites on Saturday, June 8 The summer season is about to kick off in Big Sky, with Mountain Village hotels, restaurants, and activities opening on Saturday, June 8. As the mountain transitions from spring to summer, construction of Madison 8, soon to be the world’s longest 8-seat chairlift, is fully underway. Related: Big Sky Resort, MT, to Add Longest 8-Chair in the World Bike Park […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 6, 2024 0 Comments
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