Skier On First Date Requires Rescue After a Nasty Fall In “The Great One” Summer skiing is awesome but not without its hazards. The Gallatin County Sheriffs Office is reporting that a 23-year-old female (while on a first date) fell and required rescue while attempting to ski The Great One north of Bozeman, Montana on Wednesday evening at about 9:30 pm. The Great One is an aesthetic north-facing couloir that often holds snow late […] Crash Mike Lavery | August 9, 2019 0 Comments
Solo Skier Killed by Avalanche that Carried Him 1,000ft in Bridger Range Near Bozeman, MT A solo skier was caught and killed in an avalanche in the Bridger Range outside of Bozeman, MT yesterday, Tuesday, February 26. The Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center (GNFAC) reports that the victim, identified today as 36-year-old Bozeman resident Peter Lazar, was carried approximately 1,000-feet. At this time, the cause of death is thought to be related to trauma. The avalanche occurred […] Avalanche AvyBrains | February 27, 2019 0 Comments
Experience the World of Wizardry at Red Lodge, MT’s Winter Carnival [Sponsored by: Red Lodge Mountain, MT] There are a ton of reasons to visit Red Lodge Mountain, MT this winter, like awesome terrain, great snow, and a laid back vibe, to name a few. Here’s one more reason to add to the list: the annual Winter Carnival, set for March 2, 2019. It’s the biggest party of the season, and something […] Featured Article Mike Lavery | February 11, 2019 0 Comments
5 Great Reasons To Ski Red Lodge, Montana This Winter: [Sponsored By Red Lodge Mountain, MT] Montana is known for big mountains, tons of snow, and great skiing. Trust me, that’s why I live there. You’ve probably heard of all the big-name resorts, but there are countless awesome ski areas scattered all over the state. Red Lodge Mountain is one of those places. The town of Red Lodge lies an hour […] Featured Article Mike Lavery | January 14, 2019 0 Comments
Conditions Report: Full-On Montana Powder Skiing Last winter in Montana started off with a bang! By late October we had 3 feet of snow on the ground and were skiing powder like it was mid-season. Too good to be true, right? Somehow, this winter has started off even better! In the last week, the mountains of southwest Montana have picked up 3-5 feet of new snow, and […] Conditions Report Mike Lavery | November 7, 2018 1 Comment
Montana Ski Area Opening Dates For The 2018/2019 Season Montana had one hell of winter last year. By mid-September, we’d already gotten a huge, multi-foot dump and it just never seemed to stop snowing. It was a season to remember. Even though it’s going to be a tough one to beat, it’s already been snowing and the next ski season is only weeks away. Not everyone has released an opening day […] Industry News Mike Lavery | September 28, 2018 0 Comments
Conditions Report: Copper City Trails, Montana. Hot and Smokey The Copper City trails are a relatively new trail system due to some awesome collaboration between the BLM and SW Montana Mountain Bike Association. They’re being constructed on public land in Three Forks, Montana, about 30 minutes outside of Bozeman. There’s a mix of flowy single track, technical riding, and a fun downhill trail with a handful of jumps. We […] Conditions Report Mike Lavery | August 17, 2018 0 Comments
Conditions Report: 4th of July Skiing In Southwest Montana On The Blaze Blaze Mountain lies in the Spanish Peaks outside of Big Sky Montana. Known locally as “The Blaze,” a gully on its northwest face holds snow for most of the year and has become a classic summer ski line. Access to the Blaze is never easy. In the winter, unplowed roads and big mountains keep ski action to a minimum. In the […] Trip Report Mike Lavery | July 5, 2018 0 Comments