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Chairlift Safety Concerns Could Result in Closure of Montana Ski Area

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Montana Snowbowl ski area faces uncertainty regarding its scheduled December 8th opening for the upcoming 2023–24 winter season. The issue concerns the ski area’s chairlifts, which the USFS recently deemed problematic. Carolyn Upton, Lolo National Forest Supervisor, has stipulated that these concerns must be addressed this fall, or she will not grant operational approval for the season, reports Joshua Murdock […]
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New ‘Double Blue’ Run Classification Added to Trail Map at Big Sky Resort, MT

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Big Sky Resort recently unveiled its trail map for the upcoming season which included some noteworthy changes. The most exciting was the upgraded Lone Peak Tram, but another significant change was the introduction of a new “double blue” terrain rating to denote an advanced intermediate run. Big Sky is well known for having impressive terrain variety across its massive 5,850-acre […]
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Beartooth Highway (US-212), WY/MT, Will Close on Saturday Due to Incoming Wintry Weather

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Beartooth Highway (US-212) between Long Lake barricade, near Top of the World Store, and the Montana/Wyoming state line will close on Saturday, September 30th at 3 p.m. due to forecasted winter weather conditions. Crews will evaluate conditions and will reopen the highway as conditions allow. (Heads Up!) The Beartooth Highway (US-212) between Long Lake barricade, near Top of the World […]
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Beartooth Pass (US 212), MT/WY, Closed Through at Least Monday Due to 5-Foot High Snow Drifts

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Yellowstone National Park (@yellowstonenps) Beartooth Pass (US-212) on the Montana and Wyoming border completely closed Friday due to 4″ of snow, high winds, and ice. An update yesterday (Saturday) from the Wyoming Department of Transport advised that the pass will be closed through at least Monday while crews clear […]
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Big Sky Resort, MT, Pioneers Transition to Using Vegetable Oil as Replacement for Fossil Fuels

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In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable operations, Big Sky Resort in Montana is proud to announce the resort’s transition to a cleaner and better-performing fuel: 99% renewable diesel. Renewable diesel, also known as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), serves as a drop-in replacement for conventional petroleum diesel without requiring any engine modifications. Renewable diesel is derived from agricultural byproducts, such as […]
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[VIDEO] Track Rope Connects Big Sky Resort, MT’s, Lone Peak Tram’s Top and Bottom Terminals For the First Time

Careful observers of Lone Mountain at Big Sky Resort, MT, may have noticed significant progress on the Lone Peak Tram over the past couple of weeks. We’re happy to report that it’s not a mirage: three of the four required track ropes have been installed, and the top and bottom terminals are officially connected. Related: Top Terminal Structure Complete For […]
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The National Brotherhood of Snowsports Announces Partnership with Big Sky Resort for 2024 Summit in Montana

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The National Brotherhood of Snowsports (NBS), the largest winter sports organization for African Americans, is proud to announce its 2024 partnership with Big Sky Resort for its annual summit in Big Sky, Montana. This highly anticipated event brings together ski enthusiasts from across the country for a week of skiing, snowboarding, networking, and celebration of the African-American snowsport community. Check […]
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