New Study Highlights Climate Change Threat to Winter Olympics

With Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, poised to host the 2026 Olympic Games amid global climate change concerns, researchers are investigating the longevity of potential hosts for the Winter Games. Under the direction of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the University of Waterloo’s professor, Daniel Scott, in conjunction with the University of Innsbruck examined records from 93 of the previous […]
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X Games Amplifies Toyota U.S. Grand Prix With Nightly Live Music and New Street Style Pro Event at Copper Mountain, CO

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DENVER, COLO. (November 11, 2024) – In partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard, X Games is thrilled to announce the addition of free nightly live music to their newly unveiled Street Style Pro event, set to take place at Copper Mountain in conjunction with the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix December 20-21. The X Games Street Style Pro at Copper Mountain […]
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[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 11/19: Multiple Feet of Snow Expected Across the West This Week

Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “First atmospheric river (moderate intensity) is on tap 11/20-11/23 targeting the Sierra, Cascades and high volcanoes for feet of accumulation. Overrun snow from this pattern hits ID/MT/WY/UT/CO […]
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Alterra Mountain Company Closes Acquisition of Arapahoe Basin, CO

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DENVER, CO, November 19, 2024 – Today, Alterra Mountain Company has announced closing the purchase of Arapahoe Basin in Colorado, expanding Alterra’s portfolio of unique, complementary destinations in the Rockies. “We are honored to become the stewards of Arapahoe Basin, and we are excited to welcome the team to the Alterra Mountain Company family. A-Basin is considered legendary for a […]
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Arapahoe Basin, CO, Ski Patrollers File to Unionize

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Summit County, CO – Nov. 18, 2024—The Arapahoe Basin Ski Patrol announced today its decision to file for union representation with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). As Arapahoe Basin Ski Patrol takes this important step to secure a stronger, collective voice in the workplace, it seeks to join nearly 1,000 ski patrollers and lift maintenance unionized crew members at […]
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Mount Baker Ski Area, WA, Announces Early Opening for 2024-25 Season

Mount Baker Ski Area in Washington has announced an early opening for its 2024-25 winter season. The legendary resort, known for its record-breaking snowfall, will welcome season pass holders on Wednesday, November 20, followed by a grand opening to the general public on Thursday, November 21. This early season opener is a welcome surprise, especially considering last year’s challenging conditions. […]
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SnowBrains Podcast Ep. 72 | Dr. Brent Hogarth: Clinical Sports Psychologist Who Specializes in Flow State

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This episode of the SnowBrains podcast is brought to you by Club Med. Dr. Brent Hogarth is all about flow state. He is a licensed clinical psychologist and executive coach specializing in high-performance psychology and the science of flow state. He holds a master’s degree in sports psychology and a doctorate in clinical psychology with research focused on mindfulness and emotional […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 2+ Feet For the PNW Before the Weekend, More Storms on the Horizon

A series of major storms will roll through the Pacific Northwest this week, bringing several feet of snow to resorts around the region. We’re currently on the tail end of the first wave of snow, which has already laid down solid accumulations around Washington and Oregon. Below is the HRRR forecast from 5 p.m. Monday evening through noon on Tuesday. Note […]
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Alterra Mountain Company Announces Kids Ski Free Week Across 15 North American Ski Destinations

DENVER, CO, November 18, 2024 – From December 7 through December 13, kids will get up to seven free lift tickets at 15 of Alterra Mountain Company’s North American mountain destinations to use during the new Kids Ski Free Week. Related: Top 10 Tips for Skiing With Kids Participating destinations include Steamboat and Winter Park in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth […]
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Avalanche Forecasting 101: The Framework of a Professional’s Daily Avalanche Forecast

This post first appeared on Powder Highway Backcountry, was written by Conor Hurley, and is reproduced with permission. Avalanche Forecasting 101 Avalanche forecasting is a fundamental part of backcountry skiing and splitboarding. It is a skill every backcountry enthusiast should strive to develop. Avalanche forecasting involves understanding how weather, the snowpack, and terrain interact. Then, you add the human element […]
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[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 11/18: Significant Atmospheric River Set to Dump up to 3 Feet of Snow on California

Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Storm system delivers light to moderate snow accumulation 11/18-11/19 in UT/WY/ID/MT/CO. Then large trough of low pressure and major storm system with a moderate intensity atmospheric river […]
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[VIDEO] Miles Clark 2024 Utah Highlights : 603″ of Snowfall and Some Classic Wasatch Lines

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The Cottonwood Canyons area of Utah saw 603″ of snowfall last season, and the skiing was hot! Here is my view of how it went down in Utah last year, featuring lines including: Y Couloir Alternate Cardiac Ridge Suicide Chute Kessler’s Catchers Mitt Benson & Hedges Couloir Athey’s Line Pipeline at Snowbird Sundance Ski Resort Church Double Drop at Alta […]
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