Huge Avalanche @ Stevens Pass, WA Mowing Down Trees | VIDEO: Stevens Pass ski resort in Washington state just enjoyed its 2nd snowiest February in 50 years. All that snow brought high avalanche danger and the need for extensive avalanche control work. This video shows us a large avalanche triggered by an avalanche bomb at Stevens Pass. The avalanche comes down bringing direct hell to all in its path. As the avalanche comes down it simply […] Avalanche SnowBrains | February 28, 2014 3 Comments
Vail Resorts Q1 2024 Financial Results: Losses Increased by 28% But Epic Pass Sales Up 11% In its latest financial update, released yesterday, Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) has detailed its financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, ending October 31, 2023, along with insights into its season pass sales, lodging trends, and comprehensive plans for the upcoming year. Related: What are Vail Resorts’ Plans for World Domination? “We are pleased with our results […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 8, 2023 0 Comments
SnowBrains Podcast #53 | Colby Stevenson – Olympic Silver Medalist in Big Air, 3-Time X-Games Gold Medalist, Life-Altering Car Accident Survivor My guest today is Colby Stevenson: Colby won the silver medal at the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022. He’s won three gold medals and a bronze at the X Games. Colby even won the World Cup Overall & Slopesylte crystal gloves in 2021. Colby was also in a life-altering car accident in his teens that changed everything for him. His […] Podcasts Podcast | December 6, 2023 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Reports 2023 Financial Results: Pass Sales +11%, Net Income Down $80 Million, and New Lifts Teased for 2024 Vail Resorts yesterday reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 ending July 31, 2023, season-to-date pass sales, and updates on capital spending plans. The results fell short of expectations due to subpar snowfall in Australia and North American summer operations underperforming. Shares dropped 0.5% in after-hours trading. Related: What are Vail Resorts’ Plans for World Domination? […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 29, 2023 0 Comments
Don’t Wait! 5 Reasons to Buy an Epic Pass Before May 29th Last chance to get the lowest price on a 2023/24 Epic Pass, two Buddy Tickets, plus exclusive access to discounted summer lodging and benefits Vail Resorts’ 2023/24 Epic Pass is on sale now, offering access to premier mountain resorts, including Vail Mountain, Whistler Blackcomb, Park City Mountain Resort, Breckenridge Mountain Resort, and more. But with winter months away, why buy […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 22, 2023 0 Comments
2023/24 Epic Passes Now on Sale | ~8% Price Increase and Reservations Required at Telluride, CO Epic Pass launches at $909; Epic Local Pass at $676; Epic Day Pass customizable with three levels of resort access – ski or ride Vail Mountain from $86 a day New for next season: Mobile Pass makes your phone your pass to the slopes The only thing better than locking in your Epic Pass is locking in your Epic Pass […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 8, 2023 1 Comment
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Passes 400″ Snowfall for the Season With 2″ overnight, 14″ of fresh snow in the last 48 hours, and over three feet in the last week, the most recent storm to hit the Tetons has taken Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming past the 400″ mark for the season. “Abundant snowfall transforms the Tetons into a powder paradise, igniting the souls of passionate skiers and riders. […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 23, 2023 0 Comments
Monarch Mountain, CO, Releases Wings Pass | Ski the Rest of This Season and All of Next Season Monarch Mountain, CO, officially released its Wings Pass on February 21, 2023. Wings pass holders can ski the rest of this season at Monarch and the 2023-2024 season. “You can’t beat this deal! It’s the perfect pass for those ready to start skiing independent.” – Marketing Manager, Allie Stevens The pass is available for Adults, Teens, Seniors, and Juniors. Adult […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 22, 2023 1 Comment