Wild Mountain, MN, Will Open at Noon to Take ‘First to Open’ Title From Andes Tower Hills, MN We prematurely reported this morning that Andes Tower Hills ski area in Minnesota would be the first North American resort open this season. At the time of writing this morning that was correct, but things move quickly in the ski industry. Wild Mountain, MN, just announced that they will be opening today at noon, pipping Andes Tower Hills by six hours. […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 18, 2022 1 Comment
Wild Mountain, MN, Begins Snowmaking | Could it Win the Race to Open? Wild Mountain, MN, has begun snowmaking ahead of the 2022/23 ski season. Related: The Spirit of Skiing is Alive and Well in Minnesota! Traditionally the first resort to open in the state, Wild Mountain shocked the big boys in Colorado two years ago by being the first resort in North America to open when it started turning a lift on October 20th, […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 17, 2022 2 Comments
[VIDEO] Fire Destroys Main Lodge at Popular Maplelag Resort, MN A fire ripped through the main lodge at Maplelag Resort, MN, yesterday morning and burned all day totally destroying the structure, firefighters said. The cause of the blaze is under investigation. Maplelag is a family-owned and operated destination cross-country ski resort near Callaway in northwestern Minnesota about 15 miles north of Detroit Lakes. Staff called 911 just before 9 am after […] Fire Firebrains | October 11, 2022 0 Comments
Lutsen Mountains, MN, to Reopen Saturday for 1 Final Weekend Midwest skiers rejoice! Lutsen Mountains in Minnesota announced yesterday that they will reopen this Saturday for one final weekend. Related: [UPDATED] These Are the 20 Ski Resorts Open in North America This Weekend Watching the forecast, this Saturday looks to be a glorious day on the North Shore. Spring has sprung as we anticipate roaring rivers, blue skies, temps near […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 5, 2022 0 Comments
VIDEO: Does Buck Hill, MN Have the Best Ski Racing Program in the World? [arve url="https://youtu.be/-d5LouIzH-E"] SnowBrains | September 13, 2021 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
FOR SALE: Ski Resort Is Selling Entire Chairlift for Just $1 If you’ve ever wanted to own your own chairlift, here’s your chance––and for just ONE dollar. Related: Own Your Own Piece of Squaw Valley, CA History | Entire Chairlift For Sale at $25,000 We’re not just talking about the nostalgic purchase of a single chair, this is the real deal. The whole shebang. All the chairs, haul rope, terminals top […] Industry News SnowBrains | July 26, 2021 0 Comments
Top Five Cities in the World for Urban Skiing Number Five: Denver, Colorado Some of the most legendary ski segments have been filmed in Denver, Colorado. These include segments from Tanner Hall’s new short film “Eternal” and Ahmet Dadali’s opening segment in Level 1‘s 2010 flick “Eye Trip.” Ahmet closes with a famous S-rail transfer in Denver that helped him win IF3’s (International Freeski Film Fest) Best Male Performance. […] Industry News Dominic Gawel | December 22, 2020 0 Comments
#RaceToOpen is Won! Wild Mountain, MN Opened on Monday SnowBrains · #RaceToOpen Is Won! Wild Mountain, MN Opened On Monday Traditionally the first resort to open in the state, Wild Mountain, MN can this week add a new feather to their cap – the first resort to open in North America for the 20/21 season. If your money was on A-Basin, or Loveland in Colorado, then unfortunately you’re out […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 22, 2020 0 Comments