Active Pattern Ahead For Colorado | Series of Storms Over The Next Week Forecast Summary A series of systems will make their way through the west and bring much-needed snowfall to Colorado. The first of said systems will move through tonight into Thursday and bring snow to primarily the San Juan Mountains. A second system will move through Friday into Saturday and bring more snow to the mountains, focusing more on northern Colorado. […] Weather WeatherBrains | January 3, 2024 0 Comments
Vail Mountain, CO’s, Legendary Back Bowls Open for the Season Sun Up Bowl & Sun Down Bowl are OPEN for Skiing & Riding! Experience vast and inspiring early season terrain! Today, Vail Mountain opened its original Back Bowls: Sun Down Bowl & Sun Up Bowl. Known for their vast and inspiring terrain, the first of Vail Mountain’s Seven Legendary Back Bowls whisk guests into an unparalleled natural environment. Related: Exploring […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 14, 2023 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Colorado to Get Hammered This Weekend – 2+ FEET Likely A major winter storm will impact Colorado this weekend, dropping 6-25″ at resorts around the region between Thursday night and Monday morning, favoring the central and northern mountains. Snowfall will begin on Thursday evening in the southern mountains and gradually work its way north. For the next three days, pulses of moisture will arrive from the west and northwest, bringing steady […] Weather WeatherBrains | November 30, 2023 0 Comments
Vail’s Vision for $16 Billion Rail Revival Gains Momentum A proposal to rejuvenate a passenger rail service is gaining traction among local officials. The plan aims to connect the Eagle County Regional Airport directly to the town of Vail. It is seen as a potential solution to the region’s growing transportation and environmental challenges. Related: Vail, CO, Announces Parking Rates for 2023/24 Season, Selling Passes Now Avon Mayor Amy […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 4, 2023 0 Comments
Vail, CO, Announces Parking Rates for 2023/24 Season, Selling Passes Now Parking at Vail Mountain can be challenging at times. Recent winters have seen a steady increase in days where parking in the village has filled up, necessitating the usage of overflow parking on the frontage roads and outlying lots. The demand for parking creates a scenario where the town has to balance charging for parking to reduce the demand in […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 11, 2023 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Reports 2023 Financial Results: Pass Sales +11%, Net Income Down $80 Million, and New Lifts Teased for 2024 Vail Resorts yesterday reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 ending July 31, 2023, season-to-date pass sales, and updates on capital spending plans. The results fell short of expectations due to subpar snowfall in Australia and North American summer operations underperforming. Shares dropped 0.5% in after-hours trading. Related: What are Vail Resorts’ Plans for World Domination? […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 29, 2023 0 Comments
Vail Town Council Ordered to Pay $17.5 Million to Vail Resorts for Booth Heights Parcel Eagle County District Court’s three-person commission ruled on Monday that the town of Vail in Colorado must pay Vail Resorts $17.5 million to acquire the 23-acre Booth Heights parcel in East Vail. The decision comes after years of contentious debate between the town and Vail Resorts, initially revolving around an affordable housing project the resort company had planned for its […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 19, 2023 0 Comments
Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame Will Honor Class of 2023 on August 27 Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame 2023 Award winners will be honored on August 27, 2023, at the Colorado Snowsports Museum. Votes were cast by snow sports industry professionals and the winners includes athletes, sports builders and inspirational individuals from all across the state of Colorado from Boulder to Crested Butte to Telluride The five inductees of the Class of 2023 […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 14, 2023 0 Comments