Introducing Peak to Peak Poconos Pass: Unlimited Skiing and Riding at Blue Mountain Resort and Camelback Resort, PA Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton and Camelback Resort in Tannersville, Pennsylvania, announce a new joint pass program for skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. The Peak to Peak Poconos Pass offers unlimited skiing and riding at both beloved Pocono Mountain giants for the upcoming 2024/2025 season and as an added bonus once purchased the Peak to Peak Poconos Pass is valid […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 20, 2024 0 Comments
NASA: The US East Coast is Sinking In many parts of the U.S. East Coast, rising seas driven by melting ice and the thermal expansion of warming water are only part of what threatens coastal areas. The land is also sinking. This geologic two-step is happening rapidly enough to threaten infrastructure, farmland, and wetlands that tens of millions of people along the coast rely upon, according to […] SnowBrains | February 20, 2024 0 Comments
Ski Resort Ownership: Who Owns Which Mountain Resorts? Article updated February 11, 2024. Over the last decade, there has been a trend toward consolidation of ski resort ownership. Whether you love it or hate it, it can be interesting to see which companies own which resorts. Related: The Future of Ski Resort Ownership and Viability 480 ski areas in the United States operated during the 2022-23 season. Ten […] Brains Brent Thomas | February 12, 2024 0 Comments
Montage Mountain, PA, Report: Skiing the 2nd Steepest Slope in the East Report from Monday, February 5, 2024 We live in the age of mega passes that allow skiers and riders the opportunity to visit many different mountains throughout the season. There are different types of choices to select from deciding which pass to choose, ranging from national to regional options. The Indy Pass offers skiers the opportunity to visit over 180 […] Conditions Report Gregg Frantz | February 7, 2024 1 Comment
Trio Arrested for Snowboard Heist at Boreal Mountain Resort, CA Three men were arrested on Monday after stealing snowboards at Boreal Mountain Resort in Soda Springs, California, near Lake Tahoe. The trio was charged with grand theft and criminal conspiracy, along with additional charges for two of the men who are on probation, according to the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office. Based on KCRA’s report, it took only 15 unattended minutes for […] Industry News Noah DeVries | January 26, 2024 0 Comments
Hidden Valley Ski Resort, PA: A Great Place To Fall in Love With Skiing There are all kinds of different ski resorts spread out across the country that offer different terrain, snow conditions, and amenities. Those are some skiers looking for the huge verticals, expansive terrain, and great snowpack, but others are looking for a mountain to call their home. When searching for a ski resort that you could refer to as home, family […] Trip Report Gregg Frantz | January 25, 2024 0 Comments
NASA Earth Observatory Captures Images of Recent Winter Storm Walloping the U.S. This article originally appeared on earthobservatory.nasa.gov A potent winter storm plowed across the eastern half of the United States on January 9, 2024, delivering heavy rain and snow, strong winds, and damaging tornadoes. That afternoon, the VIIRS (Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite) on the NOAA-20 satellite acquired this natural-color image (above) of the sprawling storm clouds. The system spawned abundant […] SnowBrains | January 17, 2024 0 Comments
Camelback Resort, PA, Celebrates 60th Anniversary Celebrating its 60th anniversary with an exciting mix of new technology and forward-thinking, sustainable enhancements, Camelback Resort, Pennsylvania, the award–winning 560-acre Pocono Mountains resort known for its stellar lineup of snow sports, is ushering in its 2023/24 season with a nod to the past and an eye on the future. The perfect getaway for snow enthusiasts, boarders, and skiers of all levels, […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 4, 2024 0 Comments