Skiing the PNW – The Best Months to Ski Oregon and Washington Skiing in Oregon and Washington can be incredible – volcanoes and glaciers allow for skiing year-round, moisture-filled snow sticks to steeper faces, 10,000′ to 14,000′ mountains rise up from sea level making for some seriously long descents, and the area receives hundreds of inches of snow annually. So when is the best time to ski in this area of the […] Conditions Report Jenah MacGrain | October 3, 2023 0 Comments
Tributary Whitewater – Find Your Adventure on Oregon’s Rogue and Snake Rivers Tributary Whitewater In 1978, Tributary Whitewater Tours was founded by Dan Buckley when he began guiding whitewater rafting trips in California. For many years they have been sending trips down the American River, Truckee River, North Yuba River, Lower Klamath River, and the East Fork Carson River, all while spreading the excitement, wonder, and natural beauty that the rivers bring. […] Featured Article Luke Guilford | October 2, 2023 1 Comment
Exploring the Lesser Known Ski Areas in Eastern Oregon When you think of Eastern Oregon, you probably don’t associate it with seeking out a ski area for a number of reasons (remoteness, accessibility, lack of snow, etc.) Well, I’m here to hopefully expand your mind and highlight two underrated ski areas in this spectacular and often overlooked part of Oregon. Before I begin, I wanted to quickly touch on […] Matthew Oliphant | June 1, 2023 0 Comments
Cycling the West Coast: Welcome to Oregon! [Day 5] Day 5 I got moving around 6 am this morning in hopes of reaching the historic Astoria bridge that crosses the Columbia River into Oregon. From what I have heard, the Astoria bridge can be a little sketchy for cyclists, due to the lack of a shoulder and the long steep climb. The bridge is around 4.1 miles and has […] Cycle Luke Guilford | May 1, 2023 0 Comments
Which Cascade Peak in Oregon Hosts the Southernmost Active Glacier? Before we jump into the main topic of discussion, let’s first understand what specific characteristics you can expect to see with an active glacier. A vibrant and robust glacier will embody various components pertaining to the movement and flow of ice. Some of these iconic features and behaviors you can expect are icebergs, crevasses, ice falls, and ice caves. Any […] Brains Matthew Oliphant | January 11, 2023 0 Comments
Central Oregon Adventure Doesn’t Stop in Winter… In Fact, Many Say It Only Gets Better Ski Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo, explore a sno-park, or cozy up by the fire — whatever you want to do, Central Oregon has a winter adventure for you Winter in Central Oregon means the hot days and bustling vibe of summer give way to spectacular snow-capped peaks, bluebird days, and a less frenetic pace. Tables are just a bit easier […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 15, 2022 0 Comments
Oregon’s 6th Annual Snowvana Stokefest Returns to Get Skiers and Riders Stoked Portland, Oregon – Toyota presents the 6th Annual Snowvana Stokefest, the Northwest’s largest snow sports festival featuring three days of films, gear, resorts, interactive features, and live music for snow riders of all ages. November 18-20 – Oregon Convention Center, Halls C & D Friday 4-9 pm, Saturday 11 am – 7 pm, Sunday 11 am – 4 pm Kids 12-and-under […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 10, 2022 0 Comments
Oregon Ski Resorts Opening Dates for 2022-23 An unseasonably warm fall in the Pacific Northwest has quickly changed to colder weather. Recent snowfall in Oregon and much of the western U.S. has many riders thinking about opening day. Typically, resort opening days in Oregon are around Thanksgiving, although I did ski a powder day at Mt Hood Meadows on November 1st one year. Many enthusiastic riders have […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 28, 2022 0 Comments