These are the 9 Worst States to Live In For 2022 The U.S. economy is in a state of flux. Worker shortages, historically high inflation, and social unrest are changing the dynamics of how people act and feel. The last couple of years has created greater mobility for work options, as well as a refocus on quality of life. Many Americans had to take a long hard look at what their […] Industry News Brent Thomas | July 20, 2022 0 Comments
The Tale of One Man’s Epic Motorcycle Splitboarding Journey Across North America This is the story of a man who took his motorcycle and splitboard from Quebec across North America to adventure and ride dozens of backcountry lines in one eventful spring season. He spent 50 nights on the road camping, never paying for a hotel or roadside accommodation. He did it completely solo but met countless beautiful and friendly humans along […] Trip Report Martin Kuprianowicz | July 18, 2022 0 Comments
Vail Resorts is Expanding its Employee Medical Plan to Support Women Seeking Abortion, Including $4,000 Travel Reimbursement to Go Out of State If Needed On Wednesday, Vail Resorts announced that it will update its medical plan to support women seeking abortion and will even include a travel reimbursement package should the employee need to venture out of state. ‘We believe everyone is entitled to make choices about their own reproductive health, no matter where they live.” – Vail Vail Resorts is based out of […] Industry News SnowBrains | July 1, 2022 0 Comments
Which States Have the Most Lift Accessed Skiable Acres? Ski resorts will often boast about having the biggest vertical rise, the highest average snowfall, or the most skiable acres. Individual states can tout how many total ski areas are located in the state. Related: UPDATED: Which US State Has The Most Ski Resorts? But what states can say they have the most total skiable acres across all their resorts? […] Brains Brent Thomas | July 1, 2022 2 Comments
U.S. Ski & Snowboard Nominates Freestyle Team Roster for the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced today its nominations for the U.S. Olympic Freestyle Team that will represent Team USA at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. Nominations are to be confirmed by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee when it formally announces the U.S. Olympic Team. “I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity and all the people who have […] Olympics SnowBrains | January 21, 2022 0 Comments
4 Cool Ski Towns in the US Where You Can Buy a House For $300K or Less After living through two unprecedented years with a global pandemic, many people are looking to spend time outside being active with family and friends. In the 2021 Global Buyers Survey, researchers found the amount of Americans who want to purchase a ski house increased from 11% to 18% during 2020. However, it is difficult to commit to purchasing a ski […] Haleigh Hafner | December 16, 2021 2 Comments
Here Are All 40 Ski Resorts That Vail Resorts Owns/Operates Vail Resorts has unprecedented influence over the ski industry. It has been controversial in the ski industry at times and has received praise amongst the business community for its organizational structures. Once the acquisition of Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Inc, Hidden Valley Resort, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area is completed this winter, Vail will own or operate 40 ski resorts in […] Industry News Dylan Craig | December 16, 2021 12 Comments
The Devastating Way Climate Change is Affecting California’s Sierra Nevada Water Ecosystems LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 8, 2021) — The impacts of climate change in California are becoming increasingly obvious. Turn on the news, and you will hear about extreme heatwaves, droughts, and frequent wildfires plaguing the state. “Climate change is one of the grand challenges facing society. California, our most populous state and one of the largest economies globally faces major threats from hot, […] SnowBrains | September 9, 2021 0 Comments