The 9 Greatest Ski Towns in the U.S. 9. Aspen, CO A list of top ski towns would never be complete without including Aspen. A ski-in, ski-out paradise that annually hosts the X games and has been associated with the ápres experience since as early as the 1930s, Aspen is truly a legendary place to spend a vacation. With four ski resorts located nearby and a luxury dining […] Industry News Matt Scribner | November 2, 2022 8 Comments
Top 9 Most Expensive Ski Towns in the World Engel & Völkers has released its new rankings of the world’s most expensive ski towns. The list is based on two factors: top prices per square meter for freehold apartments and the highest asking prices for private residences. Related: Top 9 Most Expensive Season Passes in the USA What makes these places buyers’ top choices? Engel & Völkers says there […] Industry News Liam Abbott | October 10, 2022 1 Comment
Could Wolves Return to Aspen, CO, and What Impact Would It Have? Last week Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) released its draft plan for the release of grey wolves in Colorado. Following a public vote on November 3, 2020, in favor of the release, CPW is planning on finalizing plans by December and starting the reintroduction of grey wolves on Colorado’s Western Slopes this winter. Proposition 114 (State Statute 33-2-105.8) instructs the […] Julia Schneemann | September 26, 2022 9 Comments
Aspen Skiing Co. Offers Free Season Passes to Alleviate Housing Shortage Aspen Skiing Co has reinstated last year’s ‘Tenants for Turns’ program to increase the pool of available lodgings for their staff. As part of this program, Aspen Skiing Co offers homeowners and landlords who rent out a room to an employee of its company either a full season pass, ten single-day passes, or a $1,200 gift certificate for any Aspen Snowmass product […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 21, 2022 1 Comment
This is What $100 Million Could Buy You in Aspen, CO Aspen Snowmass, CO, has long been known as the playground of the ultra-wealthy and A-list celebrities. In the last few years, however, real estate prices in this enclave have gone through the roof. A median single-family house in Aspen will now set you back $13.2 million, which is up 35% from last year and more than double the median of […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 9, 2022 4 Comments
Internationally Acclaimed Artist Rashid Johnson to Design Aspen Mountain, CO, Ski Pass This Season The Aspen Ski Company, CO, announced the collaboration with artist Rashid Johnson for the 22/23 season. Every year Aspen Snowmass’ lift passes feature the artwork of a different artist. This year, internationally acclaimed mixed-media artist Rashid Johnson’s work will adorn the resort’s lift passes. Rashid Johnson was born in Chicago and studied at the Columbia College, Chicago, as well as the […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 29, 2022 1 Comment
Aspen, CO: The Most Expensive Season Pass in the World? Aspen Skiing Company, operator of the Aspen Snowmass Resort, CO, has announced their pricing structure for the 22/23 season. Their ‘Premier Pass’, which has no blackout dates and offers unlimited skiing, will start at $2,599 if purchased by September 16. After this cut-off, prices will increase to $2,799 until December 2 and to $3,099 if purchased after. The Aspen Premier Pass […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 17, 2022 5 Comments
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Aspen Mountain, CO, Starts Work for New Lift and Terrain Expansion Aspen Skiing Co. has started prep work for their new Pandora terrain expansion on Aspen Mountain. Crews have begun logging trees for the new lift line and a construction road. The new lift won’t be built until the Summer of 2023. Related: Aspen Mountain, CO: Expansion Into Pandora Advances to Next Phases The expanded area will add 153 acres of […] Industry News Brent Thomas | June 10, 2022 0 Comments
Campers Unprepared For Change in Weather Suffer Frostbite and Require Rescue Near Aspen, CO On May 20th, 2022, at about 12:40 pm, the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office received a report of two campers in distress on the Conundrum Creek trail approximately six miles in. It was reported that one of the campers was suffering from frostbite and was unable to move. The campers, both in their 20s, also had several items of gear break […] SnowBrains | May 27, 2022 0 Comments
Aspen Snowmass, CO, Announces Season Pass Price Increase Aspen Skiing Co. just announced its Spring sale for 2022-2023 season passes. Like many resorts around the country, Aspen Skiing Co. has increased its season pass prices by about 8%. The Adult Premier Pass includes unlimited skiing at any of its four mountains, including Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Aspen Snowmass. It can be purchased for $2,479 during this Spring […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | April 7, 2022 8 Comments
Aspen, CO, Introduces “Spider Sabich Day” in Honor of One of America’s Most Famous Ski Racers April 8th will be “Spider Sabich Day” in the Aspen Snowmass Village in honor of Spider Sabich. He’s arguably one of America’s most famous ski racers, yet many have never heard of him. Born in California, he grew up skiing Edelweiss, just outside of modern-day Sierra-at-Tahoe. Spider demolished the California race circuit and quickly moved his way up to the […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | April 5, 2022 0 Comments
Tommy Hilfiger Flips Slopeside Aspen House – Makes $19-Million in 3-Months In December fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger bought a slopeside house in Aspen, CO, for $31-million. This week he sold the same property for $50-million, netting a $19-million profit in three months. The Wall Street Journal reported the sale on Tuesday. Related: Aspen Snowmass, CO, Announces Extended Season The plan was never to flip the home, according to the Aspen Times, it […] SnowBrains | March 24, 2022 1 Comment
Police Looking For Man Missing Near Aspen, CO, Since Monday On Tuesday, January 25th, 2021, at approximately 1330 hours, the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office received a request for a welfare check on 28-year-old Hunter Hyde after Hyde had failed to show up for work earlier in the day. Co-workers of Hyde became concerned when their calls to Hyde went unanswered, and no one appeared to be at his residence. On […] SnowBrains | January 28, 2022 1 Comment
Aspen Mountain and Snowmass, CO, to Open on Thanksgiving Day Thanks to Expanded Snowmaking Aspen Mountain and Snowmass Ski Area will begin their 75th year as planned on Thanksgiving Day despite Mother Nature trying her hardest to throw a spanner in the works. Aspen Mountain will have 50-acres at the top of the mountain available and will be running the Ajax Express and Gent’s Ridge chairlifts. Silver Queen Gondola will be running to upload and […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 23, 2021 0 Comments
The 15 Highest Ski Resorts In Colorado Colorado is synonymous with skiing. CO sees more skier visits than any other US state. The Centennial State is home to over 25 ski resorts and tons of elevation. In fact, Colorado owns most of the highest elevation ski areas in North America. Here are the top 15: *** #1 – Silverton Mountain, 13,487 ft #2 – Telluride, 13,150 ft #3 […] Mike Lavery | September 3, 2021 2 Comments
For Sale: $33 Million Mansion in Aspen, Colorado Real estate in Aspen, Colorado is some of the most expensive in the country. Having four unique ski areas within just a few miles of each other, as well as top-shelf dining options, unlimited entertainment, and high-end fashion, Aspen is one of Colorado’s top destinations. In order to fully take in the Aspen lifestyle, look no further than this $33 […] Offer Jesse | September 3, 2021 3 Comments
Aspen, CO Art Museum Only Venue in U.S. to Host Unique Andy Warhol Exhibition This Winter Ahhh, aristocratic ski towns and their ornate art exhibits. Got to love ’em! The Aspen Art Museum will be the sole venue in the U.S. for a unique Andy Warhol exhibition this winter, which will focus on “the biographical underpinnings of the artist’s practice and expanding on lesser-known aspects of his work and persona,” according to a press release shared […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | August 11, 2021 1 Comment
Who is David Lesh? Over the last few years, the name David Lesh has circulated around the ski, snowboard, and outdoor enthusiast communities. Lesh is a 35-year-old Coloradan and the owner of an apparel company called Virtika. Virtika has become a huge success and is responsible for Lesh’s fame, but he has become much more than his brand and has amassed nearly 100,000 followers on […] Friday Fun Jesse | August 6, 2021 7 Comments