Locals Criticize Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, for Plan to Make Expert Terrain Easier As a world-class ski destination, people from all over the world come to visit Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR). Part of the allure is the resort is known for being one of the most challenging ski areas in the country. Testing your fortitude on the naturally steep, cliff-studded slopes provides a challenge many advanced skiers long for. Now the resort […] Industry News Brent Thomas | September 8, 2023 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Owen Leeper Releases His New Pro Model Ski – The Teton by Meier Skis Friend of SnowBrains, gnarly backcountry skier, and huge cliff-jumper Owen Leeper yesterday unveiled his new pro model ski, The Teton. This is what he had to say about it: Super stoked to release my new pro model ski, The Teton, by Meier Skis. I took all my favorite things from my first model, The Leeper, and narrowed it down a […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 8, 2023 0 Comments
Impressive Grand Teton Skywalk Opens at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY As if there weren’t already enough activities and attractions at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, now there is one more. The Grand Teton Skywalk experience, which opened on September 1st, is an all-new viewing platform at the top of Rendezvous Mountain. It offers breathtaking views of the Tetons, the ski resort, and the valley below. Related: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, […] Industry News Brent Thomas | September 5, 2023 0 Comments
Teton Gravity Research (TGR) Announces Festivities for World Premiere Fundraiser of Annual Ski Film Legend Has It Free FarOutFest celebration to take over Teton Village on Saturday, September 16 Teton Gravity Research (TGR), the global leader in action and adventure lifestyle media, today unveiled plans for a day of music, fun, and film in Teton Village, Wyoming, on Saturday, September 16th, launching the world premiere of its 28th annual ski film, Legend Has It. Following the premiere, […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 31, 2023 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Announces Opening Day for 2023/24 Season The ski season in the Northern Hemisphere is still well over three months away, but that hasn’t stopped many resorts from announcing their anticipated opening days.ย Now Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) has joined the party by announcing it will start the 2023/24 season on November 24, 2023.ย View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jackson Hole Mountain […] Industry News Brent Thomas | August 17, 2023 0 Comments
What is the Difference Between Jackson and Jackson Hole, WY? Last August I took my family to Jackson Hole for our summer vacation. It was my first time visiting the area and we had a fantastic time hiking, biking, and visiting national parks. Related: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Report: Summer at the Resort, Grand Teton NP, and Yellowstone When I would tell others about the trip, they would often […] Brains Brent Thomas | August 14, 2023 0 Comments
Grand Teton National Park, WY, Seeking Public Comment for Proposed Fee Changes to Camping Permits Grand Teton National Park (GTNP), WY, is seeking public comments for a potential change to backcountry camping permit fees. Currently, advanced reservations for backcountry camping permits carry a price of $45, and walk-up permits are $35, regardless of number of campers or duration of stay. According to GTNP, campers have complained about large and small groups being charged the same […] SnowBrains | August 6, 2023 0 Comments
Deep Dive: A History of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Every ski area has its own unique story and heritage. From its initial founding to how it evolved into what it is today, each with its own stories and characters who helped pave the way. The rich history of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is no different. From owners to lifts, terrain, hotels, restaurants, shops, and more, the resort has long […] Brains Nick DeRiso | August 6, 2023 1 Comment