Why I Keep Coming Back to the Goat Soup and Whiskey in Summit County, CO Ski towns do a lot of things well, but one of the things they do the very best is often a really unique, lively dive bar. There are some key elements that go into an amazing dive bar for me. Great drinks and fair prices, open late, live music, cool atmosphere, outdoor patio, games/entertainment, fantastic booze soaking food, and a […] Brains Joseph Kaufmann | June 10, 2026 0 Comments
Happy Valentine’s Day—How to Get Your Significant Other Hooked on Skiing It’s Valentine’s Day, love is in the air, and what better way to spend the day than on the slopes sharing some turns with your significant other? For some, this is a reality—your significant other loves skiing just as much as you do. But for others, it is a struggle sharing time on the snow. Related: How to Plan the […] Laughs Quinn Brophy | February 14, 2026 0 Comments
The Top 9 Acts of Kindness You Could Do at a Ski Resort This Winter We often talk about skiing in terms of vertical feet and powder days, but what truly keeps us coming back is the amazing culture. We gravitate towards positivity and belonging, exactly what makes skiing the sport we love. To spread a little more of that positivity, let’s take a look at the acts of kindness you can expect to see […] Brains Greg Wedow | January 6, 2026 0 Comments
Skiers Take on Copper Mountain, CO, Over 9% ‘Resort Surcharge’ in Class Action Lawsuit If you’ve bought food at a ski resort recently and thought, “This should be illegal,” you’re not alone. A class action lawsuit has been filed against Copper Mountain, Colorado, and the resort operator, POWDR, by Gary Chaney and other Copper Mountain visitors for allegedly engaging in deceptive pricing practices. The lawsuit claims that not including the resort surcharge of 9% […] Industry News Zach Armstrong | June 3, 2025 2 Comments
Spotlight on Mt. Bachelor, OR: RendezVan Festival 2025 As winter loosens its grip on the Cascades, Mt. Bachelor (just outside of Bend, Oregon) once again welcomed a vibrant tribe of nomadic souls and slope enthusiasts for one of the Pacific Northwest’s most anticipated gatherings — the RendezVan Festival. More than just a festival, RendezVan is a celebration of the adventurous van-life spirit. RendezVan blends mountain culture with music, […] Featured Article Nicky Blumm | April 24, 2025 0 Comments
Win a Pair of Skis at the “Bear Fight” Hot Dog Eating Contest at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY The pinnacle of competitive eating in the U.S. is undoubtedly the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, which takes place annually on the Fourth of July on Coney Island, New York. Last year, Joey Chestnut won the contest for the fifteenth time when he downed 63 dogs in 10 minutes, taking home $10,000 in prize money. Now, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort […] Industry News Brent Glogau | March 4, 2024 0 Comments
How to Make Your Own Steezy Energy Bars for The Slopes Whether you’re trying to avoid expensive energy bars, processed foods, or just want a quick snack on the mountain, I got you! This is my favorite energy bar recipe, and it’s a great snack to pull out on the chair lift. Related: A Comprehensive Guide to Mountain Snacks – SnowBrains The ingredients I used: 1 cup of quick cooking rolled oats […] Brains Luke Guilford | February 13, 2023 3 Comments
This is the Highest Restaurant in North America, and You Can Only Get to it on Skis It is usually pretty intense whenever you do anything above 12,000 feet. Skiing, mountain climbing, and other extreme sports come to mind. However, guests at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area can enjoy a nice meal. Il Rifugio is the restaurant sitting 12,456 feet above sea level and is claimed to be the “highest elevation restaurant in North America.” The name means […] Industry News Brent Glogau | December 19, 2022 0 Comments
Top 5 Post-Ski Dining Options in McCall, ID After a long day of skiing, what better way is there to cap off the day than with a fantastic meal? There’s no doubt that you can work up an appetite from a day of skiing. Whether it is a fancy establishment or a bar with some quick bites, there are plenty of options in many ski towns. Ski towns […] Andrew Tinseth | November 10, 2022 0 Comments
Killington Resort, VT, Shows Employee Appreciation with Free Gas and Food Employees at Killington Resort were treated to a unique appreciation event earlier this month where all workers were invited to a free gas giveaway, where they could fill up their gas tanks at the vehicle maintenance building. But that’s not all; members of the Resort Leadership Team were the ones pumping the gas, as well as washing all the car […] Industry News Brent Glogau | April 29, 2022 0 Comments
Salt Lake City’s Annual “Shred Fest” Kicks Off Winter With Utah’s Biggest Ski Festival This Weekend View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shred Fest (@shredfest.life) Salt Lake City’s biggest winter kick-off festival is back for two full days of action. Shred Fest is a winter and music festival that invites the community to celebrate the arrival of winter with a rail jam competition, lumberjack demo, food trucks, local breweries, and more. […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 4, 2021 0 Comments
The Grossest Food From Each Ski State Each state in the US has its very own culture including different traditions, events, and of course, food. Inevitably, with a wide variety of food options over the country, there are bound to be some questionable dishes. While treating yourself to a western vacation, it’s important to know what foods to stay clear of by knowing what is considered the […] Brains Breya Bergom | August 27, 2021 2 Comments
For Sale: $20 Million Mansion in Breckenridge, CO A slopeside mansion is for sale in Breckenridge, Colorado. Officially listed at $18,999,000, the mansion is 7,595 square feet with six bedrooms and nine bathrooms. The home is only a few minute’s walk from several of Breck’s Peak 8 lifts, and a short drive to other Summit County ski areas including Copper, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin. The mansion is constructed primarily […] Offer Jesse | August 25, 2021 0 Comments
The Best Ways to Stay Charged Up on the Mountain Everyone has their own methods for refueling in the midst of a long day of skiing. Whether it is a pocket snack, stopping at the lodge for a full lunch, or taking a picnic break in the car, it does not matter as long as it gets the job done. Skiing or snowboarding for a full day takes a lot […] Brains Jesse | August 12, 2021 2 Comments
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Best Chairlift Food for Skiing While on-mountain food can be the highlight for some on their ski trip, others prefer to refuel on the go. For those who prefer to bring food from home with them onto the hill, we have assembled a list of the best foods to munch on while riding the chairlift. It is a cheap, easy way to avoid long lines […] Brains Clay Malott | October 22, 2020 0 Comments
Snowbird Gives Its Employees 10,000 Pounds of Food After Shutting Down Because of Coronavirus As ski season in North America winds to a painful end, resorts are having to lay off employees in large numbers. However, many resorts are still trying to accommodate their employees as best they can during this hard time for us all. Snowbird was among the many, many resorts that had to suddenly close because of the COVID-19 pandemic which […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 25, 2020 0 Comments
Australian Aircraft Dropping Food For Starving Animals The New South Wales Government is utilizing helicopters and airplanes to assist starving animals affected by the Australian wildfires. Naming the process “Operation Rock Wallaby”, the hope is to help feed the colonies of brush-tailed rock wallabies and marsupials that were able to flee the fire but face destroyed vegetation. With populations of species and natural habitats nearing extinction as a […] Fire Emily Crofton | January 29, 2020 1 Comment
The 12th Annual CAIC Benefit Bash is this Saturday November 23rd in Breckenridge, CO The Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center’s Benefit Bash is this Saturday the 23rd. This is the largest fundraiser of the season put on by the Friends of CAIC. Tickets are $50, and there are less than 200 tickets left. With your ticket, you get one door prize ticket, two drink tickets, and access to a massive silent auction. Proceeds […] Industry News Curtis Weller | November 20, 2019 0 Comments
Our Guide to This Weekend’s 11th Annual Brewfest at Snowbird, UT Celebrate this Father’s Day weekend right with skiing, beer, live music, and good food – all in the same place. This weekend, June 15th-16th, Snowbird Ski Resort will be hosting its 11th annual Brewfest – the perfect time for you and your father to enjoy a beer in the mountains. What is it? Brewfest is a 2-day beer festival featuring […] Featured Article Martin Kuprianowicz | June 14, 2019 0 Comments
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