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Cali Pass Price Increase Set for October 31 as Interest in Independent Ski Resorts Grows

The Cali Pass, which offers unlimited access to a collection of independent California mountains, is set to increase in price on October 31. Designed as an alternative to the massive multi-resort passes, the Cali Pass appeals to local skiers seeking a less crowded, family oriented experience without sacrificing quality terrain. Backed by Invision Capital of Chicago, the California Mountain Resorts […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Over 12 inches of Snow For California This Week

SUMMARY: A series of moderate storms will usher in a welcomed return of winter weather this week, bringing multiple rounds of snowfall and much cooler temperatures to the Sierra. Two main waves will impact ski areas across California, the first moving through from late Saturday night into Monday, and the second arriving midweek from late Tuesday through Thursday. Snow levels […]
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Snowboarder in Just a Hoody Survives 2 Days in Freezing Mountains After Going Missing From Mountain High Resort, CA

A 35-year-old snowboarder who disappeared during a snowstorm at Mountain High Resort in California was found alive on Tuesday after surviving two nights in freezing temperatures without proper winter gear or supplies. Related: Could You Survive An Unplanned Night Out in the Mountains? Malachi Luis Garcia, a Los Angeles County resident, became separated from his group while snowboarding Sunday afternoon. […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: White Christmas Incoming for California–Up to 30 Inches Expected

This forecast was written at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 21 We’re kicking off the Christmas week with multiple waves of snowfall across the Sierra, delivering deep turns just in time for the holiday. Upper snow levels this weekend will give way to colder air by Tuesday, setting the stage for moderate to heavy snowfall in many resorts. Another system […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: SNOW Possible in California in August for the First Time in 20+ Years

Snow expected across the higher peaks of the Sierra’s. Source: maps.weatherbell.com Forecast Summary Forecast written on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at 1 a.m. MST An unseasonably strong cold front will travel down the west coast this week, making landfall over Northern California on Friday. Temperatures will drop by 10-15 degrees, with below-freezing temperatures expected above 9,000ft on Friday night and […]
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Mountain High Resort, CA, Invests More Than $1 Million In Seasonal Improvements

With El Niño rapidly approaching, Southern California’s closest winter resort is preparing for another record season with more than one million dollars in resort improvements. Expected to be the first resort to open in Southern California this season, Mountain High has invested in increased snowmaking, new snow cats, and a new fleet of rental equipment for guests. Related: Hometown Mountain […]
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Get Ready for El Niño this Winter with Mountain High, CA’s, Labor Day Special

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Purchase a Mountain High Season Pass or Cali Pass at the Lowest Price of the summer & Receive a Free Buddy Ticket from September 2-4 Mountain High, Southern California’s closest winter resort, announces a Labor Day Special with a limited quantity of Cali Passes and Mountain High Season Passes at their lowest price of the summer, available September 2 – […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: California to Receive Up to 6 FEET of Snow This Week

This week, a powerful winter storm digs down into the Western US, bringing significant snowfall across the entire region. The heaviest hit region will be California, where snow accumulation may exceed 6 feet on higher terrain and 3-5 feet at resorts. The storm began on Sunday night, bringing several inches to the region. Things calmed down on Monday and are just beginning […]
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Here’s What’s New at California & Nevada Ski Resorts This Season, Including New Terrain, Upgrades, and Anniversaries

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Transformational new lifts, trails, snowmaking, and other infrastructure, plus the return of signature events highlight the 2022-23 winter season in California and Nevada In advance of the 2022-23 winter season, ski areas in California and Nevada are investing heavily in infrastructure upgrades designed to offer a high-quality, efficient, and memorable experience for skiers and snowboarders. From new lifts and trails […]
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Indy Pass Adds 2 Popular Resorts in California | Now Offers 106 Resorts Worldwide

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The co-owned resorts bring Indy Pass to five mountains in the Golden State and 16 on the West Coast The Indy Pass announced today that two of California’s most popular independent resorts have joined the coalition for the 22/23 season. Mountain High, in SoCal’s San Gabriel Mountains, is now conveniently paired with Snow Valley, while the Bay Area’s Dodge Ridge […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 6-12″ of Snow For The Sierra Through Saturday

Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  7:45 pm MST, 3/2/2022 Forecast Summary: Two shortwave troughs will move through California and bring 6-12″ of snow to the Sierra through Saturday. Snow will start Thursday night and continue through the day Saturday. The heaviest of the snow will come Friday night with the second shortwave trough. Resorts that will see […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Up to 100″ of Snow to Fall Across The Sierra This Week

Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  7:10 pm MST, 12/19/2021 Forecast Summary: A long-duration Atmospheric River will bring up to 100″ of snow to the Sierra through Sunday of next week. Snow will get started Tuesday as moisture from the atmospheric river slams into the Sierra to start things off. Snow will then pretty fall nonstop through the weekend […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Another Trough to Bring 1-2 Feet of Snow For Sierra Through Thursday

Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  7:10 pm MST, 12/14/2021 Forecast Summary: Another trough will move into California Wednesday night and bring an additional 1-2 FEET of snow to the Sierra through Thursday. Snow will start Wednesday afternoon and continue through the day Thursday. An active pattern looks to be in place in the long term and extended.  […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 2-5 Feet of Snow For The Sierra Through Tuesday: Up to 6+ Feet Above 6000′

Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  5:30 pm MST, 12/11/2021 Forecast Summary: A trough over the eastern Pacific will slam moisture into the Sierra Sunday night and bring 2-5 FEET of snow to the high Sierra through Tuesday. Over 6 FEET is likely above 6000′. An active pattern looks to be in place in the long term and […]
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[PHOTO ROUND UP] Record-Breaking Weather Event Slams Multiple California Ski Areas With Feet of Snow

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by SnowBrains (@snowbrains) California just recorded its strongest storm in modern history. The barometric pressure of the current storm system impacting California is 943 hPa—the equivalent to the central pressure of a strong hurricane. Local news authorities reported that the storm is so powerful that it blew over a semi-truck […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Atmospheric River to Bring 1-4 Feet of Snow to The Sierra Through Tuesday

Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  4:20 pm MST, 10/23/2021 Forecast Summary: An atmospheric river will slam into the Sierra Sunday and bring 1-4 FEET of snow to the high Sierra through Tuesday. At least 1-2 feet is likely around the Tahoe area, locally up to 3 feet above 8,000′. 2-4 feet is likely in the high Sierra […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 5-8 Feet of Snow For Sierra Nevada This Week, Locally Higher Amounts

Forecast By SnowBrains Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  10:25 AM MST, 1/25/2021 Forecast Summary: The snowiest week of the year looks to be in store for California as a series of storms will drop 5-8 FEET of snow in the Sierra Nevada. Even higher snow totals are possible as a long-duration Atmospheric River event looks to unfold. Resorts like to get the […]
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