SnowBrains Forecast: Up to 4 Feet For California This Week A cold start and dry conditions will persist into early Wednesday before a significant storm system delivers widespread snowfall and strong winds to the Sierra and surrounding ranges from late Wednesday through Friday, bringing heavy accumulations at upper elevations. Expect additional, albeit lighter, precipitation over the weekend followed by a potential break early next week. Colder air remains entrenched today, […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
Lake Tahoe Communities Encourage “Anything But One Person Per Car” This Winter with Parking Reservations and Free-to-Ride Shuttles Regional officials point to recent traffic mitigation wins while also recognizing the continued need for residents and visitors to use shared transportation options Traffic congestion in mountain towns is certainly nothing new—especially on weekends and holidays during the winter—but new data suggests use of free-to-the-rider shared transportation options in the Lake Tahoe region is increasing. “Simply put, if you’re in […] Industry News Press Release | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 2/11: Significant Storm Bringing Feet of Snow 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. “A few bullseyes with totals trending up 2/12-2/18 for Sierra/Wasatch/W & SW Colorado with feet of accumulation. Snow Timeline: Big Sky: Late 2/13-AM 2/15(L/M), 2/16-2/18(H) Wasatch: PM […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
Crested Butte Mountain Resort, CO, and Lift Maintenance Union Reach Tentative Contract Agreement Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Colorado and the Crested Butte Lift Maintenance Union have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract after a year of negotiations. This agreement, which extends through August 2027, is now awaiting ratification by union members, with voting set to conclude on February 12, according to a statement released this morning. Related: Crested Butte, CO, […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 11, 2025 1 Comment
The Steepest Ski Run in the U.S. Rambo, located at Crested Butte Ski Resort in Colorado, is the steepest ski run in the United States. The pitch is an astounding 55 degrees, meaning you’ll hold on for dear life at almost every turn. You’ll be dodging many trees and navigating through many moguls on your way down, increasing difficulty in making it to the bottom of the […] Matt Scribner | February 11, 2025 28 Comments
Copper Mountain Leads Colorado Resorts as First to Reach 200″ of Snowfall Copper Mountain, Colorado, has reached a significant milestone this winter, becoming the first ski resort in Colorado to surpass 200 inches of snowfall. A storm on February 7 delivered four fresh inches of powder, pushing the season total to 206 inches as of today. Related: Top 9 Biggest Snowfalls in North America This Season The resort also claimed the distinction […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
Today’s Deepest Resorts—North America’s Top 5 Snowfalls on February 11 The west is going through a dry spell, although big snow is in the forecast. That doesn’t mean it isn’t snowing somewhere, though! Related: 9 Deepest Snowpacks in North America This Weekend At the time of writing, these resorts across North America had the most snow in the last 24 hours. Others with bigger totals may still need to update their websites. […] SnowBrains | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
Solitude Mountain Resort, UT, Warns That Ducking Ropes Could Result in Jail Time Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah has reiterated its stance against rope-ducking following recent avalanche incidents, one of which resulted in a fatality in the adjacent Silver Fork backcountry terrain. On February 8, 2025, a guest also triggered an avalanche in Honeycomb Canyon after entering a closed area, requiring a response from ski patrol. Related: [VIDEO] Steamboat Resort, CO, Warns of […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
[FOR SALE] Rare Opportunity as Montana’s Only Cat Skiing Operation Hits the Market Great Northern Powder Guides (GNPG), Montana’s only cat skiing operation, 20 miles north of Whitefish, Montana, is officially for sale. Jay and Kylanne Sandelin, who have owned the operation for 15 years, have decided it is time to retire and wish to pass it on to someone who can take it to the next level. The sale is being offered […] Industry News Brent Thomas | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Podcast Ep. 77 | Stephanie Cox – CEO of the National Ski Patrol This episode of the SnowBrains podcast is brought to you by Club Med. After spending over two decades in the non-profit and start-up spaces, Stephanie Cox took over as CEO of the National Ski Patrol with the goal of modernizing and advancing the organization. She has been focused on revitalizing the operations, recruitment, training, and inclusiveness of the National Ski Patrol […] Podcasts Podcast | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
“The Mountain Doesn’t Care”—A Nivis Gear Film to Elevate Your Descents Nivis Gear is snow-inspired apparel that just went full-noise with a refreshingly artful film on getting out there and getting after it. Deriving its name from the Latin word for snow, Nivis is in it for the love and love where they’re at. This true-to-roots label is cracking the door to disrupting the outdoor apparel game with a promotional film […] Featured Article Paulie | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
Deer Valley, UT, Report: The Legendary “Stein’s Way” Run Report from February 9, 2025 “Stein’s Way” is my favorite run at Deer Valley, UT. I usually just lap it all day until I’m ready to go home. I also like the run just skier’s left of it – Edgar’s. The run I cruise back to my car on is called Jordanelle, and it’s a very fun one with killer […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
Tahoe’s Iconic Cross-Country Event, the Great Ski Race, Returns March 2 (Entry Fees Rise February 16) The historic cross-country ski race is available for a lower price until February 16 Hurry and sign up for The Great Ski Race on Sunday, March 2, at Tahoe XC in Tahoe City. Registration fees go up on Sunday night, February 16. Until then, the race fee is $85 for adults and $40 for kids younger than 18. “It’s an […] Industry News Press Release | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Corbet’s Couloir: If These Walls Could Talk… “If these walls could talk…you might not even believe what they have to say.” Kings & Queens of Corbet’s is a competition that showcases the absolute best in skiing and snowboarding, the awe-inspiring venue that is Corbet’s Couloir, and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Related: Kings & Queens of Corbet’s Confirmed For February 11 at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY In […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
Kings & Queens of Corbet’s Confirmed For February 11 at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Annual Event Begins at 10 a.m. MST Exclusively via Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Wyoming, announced today that the seventh annual Kings & Queens of Corbet’s ski and snowboard freeride invitational will kick off on Tuesday, February 11 at 10 a.m. MST. The event will be streamed live for free and exclusively on Jackson Hole Mountain […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 10, 2025 1 Comment
[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 2/10: Storm Cycle Arriving February 12 to Bring Feet of Accumulation in the West 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. “Next storm cycle arrives 2/12-2/17 with feet of total accumulation for parts of the West. Smaller fronts precede this pattern. In the Northeast, an active flow continues […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
SCOTT Partners With Sickos Crew On Exclusive Ski Goggle Collaboration SCOTT, a global leader in sports equipment and apparel, is proud to announce a new collaboration with the high-energy adventure group, Sickos, to launch a one-of-a-kind SCOTT Shield Goggle. This partnership combines Scott’s industry-leading innovation with the daring style of the Sickos Crew, resulting in a product built for those who push their limits on the slopes. The SCOTT x […] Industry News Press Release | February 10, 2025 1 Comment
Mikaela Shiffrin Announces Change of Plans for 2025 World Championships Leaving Lindsey Vonn Disappointed Team USA has announced its teams for the Alpine Team Combined at the 2025 World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, and the announcement has raised some eyebrows amongst skiers and spectators. U.S. Ski and Snowboard will send a total of six teams into the Alpine Team Combined on February 11 and 12. The Alpine Combined is a new team event in […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 10, 2025 3 Comments
Valentine’s Day Weekend: Pennsylvania Ski Resorts Celebrate the Season of Love Palmerton, PA – February 7, 2025 – Punxsutawney Phil has seen his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter—welcome news for snow enthusiasts across Pennsylvania. With an extended season ahead, February presents the perfect opportunity for visitors to hit the slopes and take advantage of special events, discounts, and winter festivities at Pennsylvania’s Area Ski Resorts (SkiPA). Whether planning a romantic Valentine’s getaway or making […] Industry News Press Release | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: 3+ Feet Possible For Colorado This Week This forecast was created at 8 a.m. PST on Monday, February 10 An active week lies ahead, with multiple waves of snowfall favoring the southern and central mountains for the biggest totals. Warmer air creeps into some areas early in the week, but colder conditions and widespread snow will quickly return. The second half of the week will feature a […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 10, 2025 0 Comments