First Snowfall, First Avalanche: Skier Triggered and Caught Near Silverton Mountain, CO A skier triggered and was briefly caught in an avalanche on Sunday, the first reported human-triggered avalanche of the 2024-25 winter season. The incident occurred in Silverton Mountain, Colorado’s, heli terrain. The area had received almost two feet of fresh snow the previous day. Related: The Dangers of Early Season Backcountry Skiing According to a report on the Colorado Avalanche […] Avalanche AvyBrains | October 21, 2024 0 Comments
Top 5 Places to Live for the Most Powder Days in the U.S. The thrill of powder days lures skiers and riders alike to unlikely locations across the globe in search of that sweet white gold that falls from the sky. So, if scanning the forecast for powder days is your thing, it might be worth looking into real estate in some of these towns. The following five cities are located within an […] Tyler Hatch | October 15, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Loveland Ski Area, CO, Fires Up Snowguns Snowgun Test 2024 This is only a test! Our snowmaking team conducted water testing on the snow guns today. The team is closely monitoring the forecast and is ready to fire up the snowguns as soon as Mother Nature gives the go-ahead. Get ready! 🏂❄️⛷️ #cowx Posted by Loveland Ski Area on Wednesday 9 October 2024 Loveland Ski Area, Colorado, […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 11, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Copper Mountain, CO, Kicks Off Snowmaking in Preparation for Winter 2024-25 Thanks to plummeting temperatures, Copper Mountain in Colorado seized the opportunity to begin its snowmaking operations for the upcoming 2024-25 winter season. The resort’s snowmaking crew initiated the process early Monday morning, focusing on building a solid base for the upper mountain’s alpine race training facilities. Related: [VIDEO] Direct Weather October Snow Forecast: These Are the Regions That Will See […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Shares First Snow Images of Winter 2024-25 Colorado has waited patiently for its first snow while resorts further west received their first dusting in August.ย Thankfully, that wait is over, as images from resort webcams confirm that winter is well and truly on its way to the Centennial State. Related: Winter 2024-25 Snow Forecast: La Niรฑaโs Impact on North AmericaโModels Agree on the 3 Snowiest States Arapahoe Basin […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 5, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Breckenridge and Keystone Ski Resorts, CO, See First Snow of Winter 2024-25 | Keystone Planning October Opening This morning, Summit County, Colorado, woke up to frosted tips on the peaks of Breckenridge Ski Resort and Keystone Resort, a timely reminder that while summer might be ending, ski season is right around the corner! Related: Winter 2024-25 Snow Forecast: La Niรฑaโs Impact on North AmericaโModels Agree on the 3 Snowiest States In just a matter of weeks, Keystone […] Industry News Press Release | September 5, 2024 0 Comments
[FOR SALE] Tiny Off The Grid Cabin in Crested Butte, CO, on the Market for $1.25 Million A small cabin in Crested Butte, Colorado, is on the market for $1.25 million, equating to $1,753 per square foot. Listed by Jenna May of Bluebird Real Estate, the 713-square-foot property is on 10.33 acres with deeded water rights. The 1942-built, two-bedroom cabin features updates, including custom railings and a wraparound deck with mountain views. It comes fully furnished and […] SnowBrains | September 2, 2024 0 Comments
Cocaine Found in Colorado Rivers: The Hidden Cost of Labor Day Celebrations Every year, as Labor Day rolls around, the rivers of Colorado, particularly the picturesque Clear Creek in Golden, bear witness to more than just the joyous splashes of holiday revelers. New research conducted by the Colorado School of Mines and Johns Hopkins University reveals a sobering reality: these waters are being tainted with a cocktail of contaminants, including cocaine. This […] Jack Bynum | September 2, 2024 0 Comments