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Search and Rescue Volunteer Recovers Body of 60-Year-Old Woman Killed in February Avalanche on Colchuck Peak, WA

A search and rescue volunteer visiting Colchuck Peak (70 miles east of Seattle) found the body of Jeannie Lee while ascending the mountain on Monday, May 29. The rescuer called dispatchers, which sent a helicopter to assist in the safe return of Lee’s Body. Lee had been missing since an avalanche accident occurred in February 2023.  Jeannie Lee was a […]

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Tate Sundberg | June 5, 2023
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Leavenworth Adventure Park Boasts Washington State’s First Alpine Coaster

Boasting Washington State’s first Alpine Coaster, the Leavenworth Adventure Park is set to celebrate its Grand Opening on June 1, 2023. The park is set on a gorgeous mountain at the entrance to the Tumwater Canyon, just a short walk from Leavenworth’s downtown. Related: Longest Zip Line in USA Launches in Mammoth, CA | The 2,100-Vertical-Foot Mammoth Mega Zip Dave […]

SnowBrains | May 17, 2023
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Fire Destroys Day Lodge at Hurricane Ridge Ski and Snowboard Area, WA

The fire at the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge that started yesterday, May 7, continues to smolder under building rubble. Park officials are securing a third-party certified fire investigator to source the origin and cause of the blaze. The Hurricane Ridge Road from the Heart of the Hills Campground remains closed to the public as the park works to investigate the […]

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SnowBrains | May 10, 2023
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[PHOTOS] SR 20 North Cascades Highway Will Open on Wednesday, May 10th

Washington State Department of Transport (WSDOT) announced yesterday that the SR 20 North Cascades Highway will open for the season at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 10. Related: Plowing Begins on ‘Going to the Sun Road’ in Glacier National Park, MT Crews started clearing the highway that connects the Skagit and Methow valleys about seven weeks ago and has a final […]

SnowBrains | May 9, 2023
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Mount Rainier National Park, WA, Seeks Public Input on Plan to Implement Reservations During Peak Visitation

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The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public feedback on a plan to implement a timed-entry reservation system at three park entrances during peak visitation hours during the summer months. Related: Reservations Required? New Parking Reservation System Implemented at One of Colorado’s Most Popular 14ers The popularity of Mount Rainier National Park is growing. From 2008 to 2021, annual visitation […]

SnowBrains | May 5, 2023
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Cycling the West Coast: Taco Bomb [Day 4]

Cape Disappointment

Day 4 The next morning, I packed up camp, but I couldn’t find my wallet, yay! After digging through everything, I realized I had left it at the campsite pay station, and phew, that was a relief. Nothing like starting your morning tweakin’. Related: Cycling the West Coast: Missing Bolts [Day 3] – SnowBrains I set off back into town […]

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Luke Guilford | April 30, 2023
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Cycling the West Coast: Missing Bolts [Day 3]

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Day 3 I left Shelton ready to hit the road for another big day! My route today took me down the backroads of rural Washington. This was a nice change of pace from yesterday, I hardly saw any cars and I sure didn’t miss the huge logging trucks zipping right by me. The terrain was mostly gentle, rolling hills in […]

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Luke Guilford | April 27, 2023
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Alterra Mountain Company Names New President & COO of Crystal Mountain, WA

Alterra Mountain Company announces that Matthew Darbous has been named President & Chief Operating Officer of Crystal Mountain in Washington, effective immediately. In his new role, Matthew will be responsible for all operations, driving profitability, and creating unparalleled experiences for guests and employees at the Pacific Northwest’s premier ski destination. Matthew will also oversee Crystal’s strategic development plan. Related: The […]

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SnowBrains | April 26, 2023
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