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SnowBrains Podcast Ep. 70 | Josh Daiek – One of the Most Badass Freeskiers on Earth

This brand new episode of the SnowBrains podcast is brought to you by Club Med. Josh Daiek hails from the Midwest but currently resides in Lake Tahoe. He is one of the most rowdy, badass skiers on the planet. Some of his most notable achievements include throwing a 100-foot backflip over Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe and releasing a […]

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Podcast | November 5, 2024
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Buried Hiker Survives Crowsnest Pass, AB, Avalanche Thanks to Quick Rescue

Three hikers triggered a slab avalanche in Crowsnest Pass on Sunday, reminding us that winter conditions persist in alpine areas despite unseasonably warm temperatures in southern Alberta. Related: First Snowfall, First Avalanche: Skier Triggered and Caught Near Silverton Mountain, CO The incident occurred southwest of Coleman near Mount Coulthard, in an area known locally as the York Creek plane crash […]

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AvyBrains | November 5, 2024
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SnowBrains Forecast: Cutoff Low to Bring Upwards of 1-2 Feet of Snow to Southern Rockies

  Forecast Published 9:45 PM MDT 11/4/2024 Forecast Summary As the storm from this weekend continues to exit the region, our next system will dive in from the north during the day on Tuesday. As it does so, it will split off from the mean flow and become a cutoff low over the four-corners region. This will allow for moisture […]

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WeatherBrains | November 4, 2024
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Mount Rose Ski Tahoe, NV, Starts 2024-25 Season on November 8

Mount Rose Ski Tahoe, Nevada, will be the first Tahoe area resort to kick off the 2024-25 winter season when it opens Friday, November 8. Early season snow, ideal temperatures that have allowed the resort to fire up its extensive snowmaking system, and the fact that Mount Rose has the highest base area elevation at 8,260 feet have all contributed […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | November 4, 2024
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Family of Deceased Italian Ski Racer Matilde Lorenzi Turns Tragedy into Safety Project

The family of deceased ski racer Matilde Lorenzi have jumped into action to find purpose after the tragic death of their “Matildina.” Just a day after the tragic passing of the Italian champion skier, her father announced the #Matildina4Safety project. The fundraiser aims to improve safety for alpine skiers through funding research into new technologies that can improve safety for […]

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Julia Schneemann | November 4, 2024
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Machine Learning is Revolutionizing Weather Forecasting: Here’s What That Means for Your Ski Season

Have you ever stood at the base of your favorite resort, watching clouds build over the peaks, and wondered if tomorrow will bring that forecasted powder day? Or maybe you’ve been planning a backcountry mission and found yourself doubting whether the predicted “bluebird conditions” will materialize. Well, the weather forecasting game is changing dramatically—and it’s all thanks to artificial intelligence. […]

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Clay Malott | November 4, 2024
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Embracing the Darkness in Longyearbyen, Norway, Where the Sun Won’t Shine Again Until March 8

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On October 27, the last sunset was seen in Longyearbyen, Norway. Residents of the 2,400-resident town will not see a sunrise for another 132 days. Longyearbyen is the world’s northernmost settlement and is located on Spitsbergen island in the Svalbard archipelago. Each year, Longyearbyen experiences a polar night, much like Utqiaġvik (also known as Barrow), Alaska, does. While the true […]

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Julia Schneemann | November 4, 2024
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Alta, UT, Report: Day #1 of the Season After 7″ of New Snow Falls

Report from November 3, 2024 Yesterday was ski day #1 of the North American ski season for me. Alta got about seven inches of new snow overnight so I decided to go see how skiable it was. Alta felt like an operating ski resort yesterday. The parking lot was half full, people were tailgating hard, and hundreds of folks were […]

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Miles Clark | November 4, 2024
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Arapahoe Basin, CO, Report: Summer Sadness Exits, Winter Enters

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

Report from Sunday, November 3, 2024 Arapahoe Basin officially opened for the 2024-25 season after a seemingly never-ending warm fall. Colorado’s first day of ski season is a highly sought-after claim to fame and often a friendly race among neighboring resorts. For most of October, the Colorado Rockies along the I-70 corridor were dry as a bone.  Wolf Creek was […]

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Aunika Skogen | November 4, 2024
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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Sundance Mountain Resort, UT—The Hidden Hometown Mountain of the Wasatch

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Sundance Mountain Resort, Utah, tucked behind Mount Timpanogos, has been called a hidden gem by many. While Utah is known for its world-class ski resorts, with millions flocking to resorts like Park City, Snowbird, and Alta each winter, Sundance is special. It has the essence of a true hometown mountain, situated in arguably the most picturesque spot in the Wasatch […]

Colin Peacock | November 4, 2024
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[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 11/4: Heavy Accumulation to Bring Up To 3-Feet of Snow to Colorado and New Mexico

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. Related: Where in North America Will It Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of November 3-12, 2024 “Snow today […]

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WeatherBrains | November 4, 2024
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[PHOTOS] Snow Stake Tour Shows 18″ of Fresh Snow at Colorado Resorts

Three resorts in Colorado are open for the 2024-25 winter season, and Mother Nature has just helped those who have yet to turn their lifts. Related: These Are the 7 Ski Resorts Open in North America This Weekend A snowstorm just hit the state, dumping up to 18″ of fresh snow on resorts, boosting snowmaking efforts and helping those early-season […]

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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Fear, Friends, and Freedom at Stevens Pass, WA

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In the North Cascades, Stevens Pass hides in the shadow of Washington State’s more distinguished resorts, Crystal Mountain and Mount Baker. Like any little brother, he is often overlooked entirely. However, Stevens still boasts an average of 460 inches of snowfall a year and an impressive, for a local mountain, 1,125 acres of skiable terrain. While the 13 lifts only […]

Algird Zalpys | November 4, 2024
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[PHOTOS] Big Sky, MT, Sees 13” of Snow

The biggest snowstorm in North America landed in Big Sky, Montana, overnight, dropping over a foot of snow on the mountain. Snowmaking teams are taking advantage of cold temperatures, clocking in with more than 170 hours of snow guns running this season. Snowcats will head out this week to track-pack natural snow and start shaping up the trails. Conditions are […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 4, 2024
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Tara Schoedinger Named Vice President & General Manager at Northstar California Resort

Tara Schoedinger, the new VP & GM of Northstar California. Credit: Vail Resorts

Truckee, Calif. — October 31, 2024 — Northstar California Resort announced Tara Schoedinger as its new Vice President & General Manager, effective November 11. Schoedinger has served as VP & GM of Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Colorado since 2021. In this role, Schoedinger becomes part of Northstar’s deep history of women in leadership and will continue its legacy of […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | November 4, 2024
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Win a Once-in-a-Lifetime Radical Wellness Retreat at RED Mountain Resort, BC

Are you sick and tired of the rise and grind lifestyle? Is the sound of your alarm clock bringing you one step closer to a full meltdown? The nine-to-five regime has left us trudging through the never-ending rat race of modern-day society, sucking the fun and joy out of our daily lives. Fear not, friends, our prayers have been answered. […]

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Emily Crofton | November 4, 2024
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Copper Mountain & Aspen, CO, Cancel FIS Alpine Competitions Due to Warm Temperatures

Copper Mountain, Colorado, has been forced to cancel four Super-G and four Giant Slalom races scheduled for November 16-21, while Aspen, Colorado, had to cancel four Slalom races scheduled for November 18. The events were supposed to be the first Stifel Alpine Nor-Am Cup and the second Stifel Success Nor-Am Cup of the season, with two women’s and two men’s […]

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Julia Schneemann | November 3, 2024
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SnowBrains Forecast: Significant Snowfall Targets Washington Cascades Starting Monday

A winter storm is set to impact the Washington Cascades beginning Monday morning, bringing substantial snowfall primarily to northern regions. Snowfall will commence in northern Washington and spread south and east throughout the day, with peak snowfall rates occurring early Monday afternoon. As snow levels drop later in the storm, several resorts can expect impressive accumulations, promising excellent early-season conditions. […]

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WeatherBrains | November 3, 2024
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Snow Wreaks Havoc on Vail Pass Summit: I-70 Closed Near Vail and Copper Mountain, CO, After Several Accidents

A trough digging into the western U.S. has brought snow to the Colorado mountains, where several accidents have closed sections of Interstate 70 around Vail and Copper Mountain These are: Between Exit 201: Frisco and Exit 190: Vail Pass Summit (Copper Mountain) from Mile Point 198 to Mile Point 195. Road closed expect delays due to safety concerns. Between Exit […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 3, 2024
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2024-25 Opening Dates for Lake Tahoe Ski Areas

As winter approaches, excitement is building among skiers and snowboarders eager to hit the slopes in the Lake Tahoe area. With a wide range of world-class resorts, each year brings anticipation of winter storms and the official start of the ski season. This year, the projected opening dates for Lake Tahoe’s ski resorts are drawing attention, as conditions and early […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | November 3, 2024
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