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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Report: Beware the Ides of March Deep Powder

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Report from March 15, 2025 I don’t know why it stuck with me in my high school English class when we studied Julius Caesar, and there was the ominous warning to “beware the Ides of March,” but it did.  Although March 15 can be associated with bad luck and misfortune, I planned a trip with my two boys to ski […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | March 17, 2025
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All the Latest Updates on Locals’ Plan to Purchase Mt. Bachelor, OR

[Updated March 10, 2025] On August 22, 2024, POWDR Corporation announced it was selling Killington Resort and Pico Mountain, Vermont, to local pass holders, as well as three other resorts, including Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, which it has owned since 2001 and is the largest ski resort in the Pacific Northwest. Shortly after the announcement, a local group, now called Mount Bachelor Community […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | March 10, 2025
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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Report: 300″ Snowfall So Far and Beautiful Bluebird Days

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Report from February 20-21, 2025 The end of this week at Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, showcased a clear view of the mountain’s annual snowfall, which has already exceeded 300 inches. Beyond a ton of snowfall this year, it is critical that much of the snow has stuck around at Mt. Bachelor. Mt. Bachelor’s formidable base currently sits at 125 inches, with […]

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Nicky Blumm | February 23, 2025
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New Website and Funding Proposal Highlight the Latest on the Plan for Locals to Buy Mt. Bachelor, OR

The initiative to bring Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, into community ownership is progressing successfully as the team wraps up its third week since starting the initiative. The organizers provided an update on Sunday evening and are thrilled with the quick mobilization of volunteers and supporters, highlighting that the project is a true example of teamwork. The community’s involvement, including local businesses […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | September 16, 2024
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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Gravity Bike Camp Trip Report: The Most Fun Kids Can Have on Two Wheels

Report for July 15-17, 2024 When searching the Pacific Northwest for a bike camp for my two oldest boys, there were plenty of options. One of the top camps recommended was the Gravity Bike Camps at Mt. Bachelor, Oregon. I looked into it further, and it met all my criteria. It was within driving distance, and the dates fit perfectly […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 19, 2024
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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Trip Report: Storm Skiing Powder and Blue Skies Back to Back

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Trip Report for March 10-11, 2023 Every time I go to Central Oregon it’s a good time. This excursion was no exception. I had plans to ski Mt Bachelor for two days. With friends on Friday, then with family on Saturday. The forecast was calling for big snow on Friday, then sun on Saturday. Could it line up any better? […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | March 13, 2023
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Family of 9-Year-Old Boy Who Died at Mt. Bachelor, OR, is Suing the Resort

The family of a 9-year-old boy who died in a skiing accident in January 2021 is filing a lawsuit against Mt. Bachelor, OR. Brecken Boice, from Tacoma, was near the summit of the mountain when he crashed around 2 pm. Ski patrol responded to the injury and took him to Mt. Bachelors First Aid Clinic, where further lifesaving care was given. […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | August 4, 2022
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VIDEO: Splitboarding at Mount Bachelor, OR Before the Lifts Start Turning

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | December 21, 2020
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PHOTOS: Nice! Skiing and Riding Fresh Snow at Mount Bachelor, OR Yesterday

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Fresh snow at Mount Bachelor, OR this weekend meant skis and boards came out of storage and the first turns of winter 2019/20 were made.  Related: Mt. Bachelor, OR Aerial View Trail Map Is One Of A Kind 6″ of snow on Saturday, to bring the total to 11″ in the last few days, meant conditions on the mountain were […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | October 21, 2019
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Mt. Bachelor, OR Announces the Northwest’s Highest Alpine Zip Line Coming Spring 2020

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Mt. Bachelor, OR a POWDR company, today announced plans to add a three-stage, dual zip line, creating a thrilling new mountain experience. Accessible by chairlift and dropping nearly 1,400 vertical feet along the volcano’s slopes, Mt. Bachelor’s high-alpine zip line will be the Northwest’s highest-elevation zip adventure. Designed as a multi-stage tour that allows customers to explore the unique volcanic […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | July 25, 2019
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Mt. Bachelor, OR to Reinvent Customer Experience With a Woodward Mountain Park

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Mt. Bachelor, a POWDR company, announced today it will offer a fun, new and engaging guest experience for the 2019-20 season that includes a Woodward Mountain Park with expanded learning terrain, enhancements to Sunrise lodge, and improvements to how guests park and access the mountain, which will make it easier for visitors to enjoy the resort’s year-round adventure. Offered in […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 21, 2019
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Well Played! Mt. Bachelor, OR Responds Perfectly to Misaddressed ‘Adult Love’ Suggestion!

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Hey there friend! So sorry to disappoint, but we think you may have the wrong Bachelor. 💙 We appreciate the suggestion but we think this may have been intended for @BachelorABC @BacheloretteABC? Sending some lift tickets your way so you can get to know us better. 😘 pic.twitter.com/ugDgZmMLKp — Mt. Bachelor (@mtbachelor) June 12, 2019 Mt. Bachelor, OR responded perfectly […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 12, 2019
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Mount Bachelor, OR Ski Patroller Buried by Avalanche Triggered During Mitigation Work

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A Mount Bachelor Ski Patroller triggered an avalanche and was briefly buried by the resulting slide while conducting mitigation work in a closed area of the mountain Tuesday morning, resort officials confirmed yesterday. You might also like: Get the Ikon Pass for The Ultimate North West Winter Road Trip The “small avalanche” occurred before the resort opened while the ski patrol […]

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AvyBrains | April 18, 2019
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VIDEO: Closing Weekend At Mt. Bachelor, OR Was One For The Books

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Chris Wallner | May 31, 2018
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Mt. Bachelor, OR Finale Weekend: Board, Bike and Brew | Lift Access for Both Snow Riding AND Mountain Biking. And Beer.

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For its closing weekend Mt. Bachelor, OR will open its lifts to combine both snow riding and mountain biking. Oh, and beer. To close out Mt. Bachelor’s 2017–18 season, 10 Barrel is throwing us a party, and we have a lot to celebrate! On Finale weekend, we are excited to offer the chance to ski or board, bike, and drink brews — all in the same […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | May 11, 2018
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VIDEO: Taking Some Spring Hot Laps Around Mt. Bachelor, OR

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Chris Wallner | May 4, 2018
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VIDEO: Watch Pro Snowboarder Josh Dirksen Shred and Explain Why he Loves Mt. Bachelor

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In this latest episode of ‘Why I Love Mt. Bachelor’, watch professional snowboarder Josh Dirksen talk about the unique style of riding at Mt. Bachelor, the Dirksen Derby, and the mountain’s influence on his career as a snowboarder.

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Steven Agar | March 29, 2018
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VIDEO: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Rescue Dogs of Mt. Bachelor | Meet them in Person on Wed 28th March

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The avalanche rescue dogs of Mt. Bachelor and their handlers play a very important role at the mountain. These dogs steal our hearts with their playful, sweet demeanor, but they also have a serious job that could save your life in an avalanche. Meet Wyatt, Mango, Riggins, Banyan, and Flash in this behind the scenes video that showcases their work […]

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Steven Agar | March 28, 2018
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Mt. Bachelor Announces Spring Plans; Long Season Ensured With 100” Base Depth

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Mt. Bachelor Press Release: .. $199 “Springtacular” Season Pass Now On Sale BEND, Ore. (Mar. 7, 2018) – With recent storms delivering more than four feet of new snow and increasing the base snow depth to nearly 100”, Mt. Bachelor announced plans to offer one of North America’s longest ski and snowboard seasons this spring. “We’ve noticed a renewed enthusiasm […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 8, 2018
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VIDEO: What Does It Take To Keep Mt. Bachelor, OR Up & Running Through The Winter Season?

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 1, 2018
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