Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: Sassy Weather…And Pirate Smiles Report from September 11th thru 13th, 2023 Brilliant then windy, balmy but sudden squalls, a maelstrom yet unshakably chill; the days at Ohau Snowfields have been a confetti burst of eclectic weather. Like the snow which brightens the Mackenzie’s majestic hills, a whole heap of rowdy smiles are holding fast above the shores of Lake Ohau–proving good vibes are indeed […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 13, 2023 0 Comments
Mt Ruapehu, New Zealand, Gearing Up for a Bumper Spring Season The Mt Ruapehu ski fields in New Zealand are gearing up for a busy spring season with the school holidays and several drawcard events taking place over September and October. Mt Ruapehu has released its September school holiday development programs for kids aged 6-16 years which are expected to sell out. The five-day ‘Holiday Crew’ group programs run 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. […] Industry News Kiwi Brains | September 13, 2023 0 Comments
Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: Sun-Kissed Cloud Surfing Report from September 8th & 9th, 2023 Brilliant conditions have been the backdrop to recent stunner days at beautiful Ohau Snowfields in New Zealand’s Southern Alps. Sky has been clear, with winds placid as you please, equating to a soft sun-kissed snowpack from one end of Ohau to the other. And as a result, the rippin’ has been super grand. […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 9, 2023 0 Comments
1,500 Skiers and Riders Strip Down to Set Unofficial World Record at The Remarkables, New Zealand Around 1,500 people took to the slopes in swimsuits at The Remarkables in Queenstown, New Zealand, yesterday, setting a new world record during the second annual Polar Bare event. The skiers and snowboarders also helped the ski area achieve its highest single-day visitor count. Related: Butt Naked Skiing: Freedom at its Finest The six-day festival known as Snow Machine featured […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 8, 2023 0 Comments
Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: Chasing The Highs Report from September 2nd thru 4th, 2023 Ohau Snowfields, nestled within New Zealand’s striking Mackenzie Country, has enjoyed a recent special span of bright, calm, and absolutely rip-able days. The gem-esque skiing window gracing this fair high country is a welcome up-side to the somewhat fickle presence of Old Man Winter along the South Island. But fear not, one of […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 5, 2023 0 Comments
Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand, Employee Charged as Australians Admit to Free Skiing Scam Four Australian skiers have admitted to using free passes to ski at Cardrona Alpine Resort in Wānaka, New Zealand, obtained dishonestly through a resort employee. The individuals admitted their wrongdoing between August 31 and September 3 in Queenstown District Court, Debbie Jamieson reports for Stuff.co.nz. Related: Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand, Report: Hits, Hijinks, and All Ages Fun Rolled Into […] Industry News Kiwi Brains | September 4, 2023 1 Comment
Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand, Report: Hits, Hijinks, and All Ages Fun Rolled Into One Report from August 23, 2023 A mainstay of New Zealand mountain culture, Cardrona Alpine Resort, outside sun-kissed Wanaka blends seamlessly the full spectrum of an experience on snow. From beginner lessons to family picnics, hiking lines, or hot laps before work, Cardrona (Cardy’s to its friends) offers razzle-dazzle to suit any interest. From its starburst start in 1980, the dynamic […] Trip Report Paulie | August 29, 2023 1 Comment
Treble Cone Ski Area, NZ, Threatens to Revoke Skier’s Season Pass After He Shared Tips With His Beginner Buddies Treble Cone Ski Resort, New Zealand, has warned a skier that they could revoke his season pass after he shared skiing tips with his friends on the beginner slopes. Related: Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Treble Cone, Home of New Zealand’s Freeride Community Last weekend, James Sorrenson, a Hawea resident, shared skiing tips with friends on Treble Cone’s learner slope. To his […] Industry News Kiwi Brains | August 29, 2023 7 Comments