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SnowBrains Forecast: Atmospheric River to Bring Feet of Snow to Kirkwood, Tahoe, and Mammoth Through Tuesday

Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  8:20 pm MST, 10/20/2021 Forecast Summary: An atmospheric river will slam into the Sierra Monday and bring FEET of snow to the high Sierra through Tuesday. Before then, a separate system will hit the Sierra Thurs night/Fri, primarily bringing rain with light accumulations in the high elevations. At least 1-2 feet is possible […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 2-8″ of Snow For The Sierra Tonight and Tomorrow, Locally Higher Amounts

Forecast By SnowBrains Cheif Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  3:10 pm MST, 10/17/2021 Forecast Summary: A quick-moving storm will bring 2-8″ of snow to the Sierra Sunday night and into Monday. Snow will initially start Sunday evening and continue through the night before tapering off Monday morning. Snow levels will be around 5,000-5,500 feet, with the highest amounts near Lassen Peak. […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: A Taste of Winter in California, Oregon | 3-8” Snow by Monday

Forecast by SnowBrains Meteorologist Rowan Sullivan 3:30 AM MST 8/15/21 Forecast Summary: A cold front will bring a round of winter weather to the Oregon Cascades and the northern portions of California late this weekend. High elevation snow will begin Sunday afternoon. Temperatures will fall fast through the night, bringing some of the coldest weather of the season. Snow levels […]
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA Releases 2021/22 Operating Plans

California’s Sugar Bowl Resort just released its winter ‘21-22 operating plans, with limited season pass sales starting NOW. Here’s what to expect: Opening day is scheduled for Friday, November 26. Masks will be encouraged indoors—no impact on outdoor activities. Mandatory vaccination will be required for all staff members but not for guests. There will be a limited number of lift […]
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54 Days of Survival in the Sierra Nevada Backcountry: The Story of Lieutenant David Steeves

In the 1950s the cold war was escalating; the KGB had just been established and the Russians were gearing up to launch the Sputnik into orbit. Vietnam was split at the 17th parallel and McCarthy’s witch hunt had raised the ardor to a fevered pitch. America was engaged in a race of military mite and super power status came with a focus on state of the art aircraft with superior handling and missile firing accuracy. Readiness was paramount and Lockheed’s T-33 was a front line training jet for advanced level Air Force pilots. Only a few trusted high level men where engaged in the secrecy […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 6-24″ of Snow In The Sierra Saturday Through Monday

Brought to you by Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, CA Forecast By SnowBrains Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  2:20 PM MST, 4/22/2021 Forecast Summary: A trough moving through California this weekend will bring 6-24″ of snow to the Sierra. Light snow will start on Friday as the initial wave moves through, before picking up Saturday evening. The heaviest snow will fall during […]
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Sugar Bowl Resort, CA Launches Contest to Find its Next ‘Head Designer’

Draw. Paint. Sketch. Illustrate. Crayons. Chalk. Stencil. Pencil. Digital art. Whatever the method, creatives of all experience levels ages 13+ are invited to submit their best original design for next season’s Sugar Bowl X Coal Headwear pass holder beanie. The goal? Win over the judges, become the fan-favorite, turn your custom artwork into an exclusive beanie design and win an […]
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