Exploring Dolomiti Superski: A Four-Day Adventure Through the Heart of the Alps Trip Report From January 21-24, 2025 Dolomiti Superski is a skier’s paradise, offering over 750 miles (1,200 kilometers) of slopes, 450 lifts, breathtaking scenery, and a rich cultural experience. We had the chance to explore this iconic region over four days, skiing from Val Gardena to Cortina D’Ampezzo and back while completing the legendary Grande Guerra Tour. Day 1: Val […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | January 29, 2025 2 Comments
Smugglers’ Notch, VT, Report: Light Powder—is This Vermont? Report from Friday, January 10, 2025 We arrived at Smugglers’ Notch (or “Smuggs,” as the locals call it) in the early afternoon. The drive was easy, and we found parking conveniently in the front of Lot Three, just a short walk to the Madonna & Sterling Base Lodge. The resort spans three mountains: Morse, Madonna, and Sterling. We began our […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | January 13, 2025 0 Comments
Whiteface, NY, Report: Skiing With Local Legend Jeff Hopkins Report from Thursday, January 9, 2025 We arrived at Whiteface Mountain, New York, in the early afternoon, approaching the largest vertical drop in the Northeast. The scenery along the way was breathtaking, with snow-covered peaks and towering evergreens setting the tone for our visit. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the local legend, Jeff Hopkins. A late-start skier with large […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | January 13, 2025 0 Comments
CEO Davey Pitcher Discusses the Wolf Creek Ski Area, CO, Expansion Project Wolf Creek Ski Area, nestled in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado, is celebrating its 85th season this year. Renowned for having “The Most Snow in Colorado,” with an average of 430 inches annually, Wolf Creek attracts skiers not only from across the region but also Europeans eager to explore the American West. The majority of patrons come from Texas, […] Industry News Brett Ploss | December 17, 2024 1 Comment
The Different Types Of Snow Conditions That We Experience On The Mountain It’s funny the names we have given for the variety of different snow conditions that exist on the mountain. For many of us, we like to describe the snow conditions we face as skiers and snowboarders as things we come in contact with day to day. We describe the snow conditions at times as types of food and often give the snow descriptive […] Brian Werner | December 17, 2024 38 Comments
Wolf Creek Ski Area, CO, Conditions Report: Strong Early Season Conditions as the 85th Season Ramps Up Report from November 24, 2024 Wolf Creek Ski Area, Colorado, opened a month ago as the first major ski resort in North America. Wolf Creek opened 100% of its terrain by mid-November, the earliest ski area in the country to claim that feat, thanks to its usual early-season snow. So it was high time to pay a visit, especially after […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | November 26, 2024 0 Comments
Wolf Creek Resort, CO, the First Major Resort to Open in North America The long wait is over. Ski season is finally here. Wolf Creek Ski Area, Colorado, opened for the 2024-25 season yesterday after a storm dumped 26″ of fresh snow on the area, giving it an 18″ base. The first major resort in North America to open, Wolf Creek will remain open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Related: Hometown […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 23, 2024 0 Comments
Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, MT, is Now Open to Hikers and Bicyclists Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, MT, is now open over Logan Pass to hikers and bicyclists when the road crew is not working. When the road crew is working, the area between Bird Woman Falls Overlook and Lunch Creek may be closed. Any closures will be marked and signed. The Road Crew Closure is typically in place Monday through […] SnowBrains | June 21, 2024 0 Comments
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