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Lee Canyon, NV, Opens Saturday, November 2, With First-Ever Dual Ski/Snowboarding and Mountain Biking Seasons

snowboarders on lift at Lee Canyon Resort in Nevada

LAS VEGAS (OCT. 31, 2024) Lee Canyon will open for its 2024-25 winter season on Saturday, November 2. The Rabbit Peak chairlift that serves the resort’s beginner terrain will operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. After record heat this summer in Las Vegas, Lee Canyon will be one of the first five ski resorts in the western U.S. to open this […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | November 1, 2024
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Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, CO, Kicks Off 2024-25 Winter Season on November 2

This morning, October 31, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, Colorado, announced that it will open for the 2024-25 winter season on Saturday, November 2. Arapahoe Basin will open for the upcoming winter season and targets being the last to close, offering guests one of the longest seasons in Colorado. “Every winter at The Basin brings something new. But this season, it’s […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | October 31, 2024
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Sunday River, ME, Opens Today for Skiing and Riding

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Sunday River in Maine will open its slopes for a special Halloween ski day today, October 31. This event is exclusively available to New England Passholders, Ikon and Mountain Collective Passholders, and Ticket Pack holders. In an announcement on its website, Sunday River credited the “extra treat for your Halloween” to the dedicated efforts of its snowmaking team, who’ve “really […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | October 31, 2024
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2 Non-Glacial Resorts in the Northern Hemisphere Are Now Open for the Season

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We’re officially into fall, and we’ve had dustings of snow at ski resorts across North America, whetting our appetite for winter. The days are getting shorter and colder, and the countdown to opening day is now on. Related: Which European Ski Resorts are Opening in October? In Finland, they haven’t had to wait as long. Levi, the nation’s largest ski […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | October 4, 2024
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Opening Day for Northern Hemisphere Ski Season is 4 Days Away

Ruka and Levi ski areas have set October 4 as their opening day for the 2024-25 winter season. This marks the start of the northern hemisphere non-glacial ski season, which is four days away. Ruka and Levi are typically the first non-glacier ski resorts to open in the Northern Hemisphere. Ruka’s ski season lasts more than 200 days, making it […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | September 30, 2024
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2024/25 Opening Dates for Ikon Pass Resorts

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As winter approaches, Ikon Pass holders may be eagerly anticipating the opening dates of the mega-pass destination resorts. From the towering peaks of the Rockies to the scenic trails of the East Coast, Ikon Pass holders can begin planning their perfect getaway. With a wide array of world-class resorts in the portfolio, knowing when the lifts will start spinning is […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | September 26, 2024
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Winter is Coming: European Ski Resorts Prepare to Open

Kaunertaler shows off its first wave of snowfall. Photo Credit: Kaunertaler Glacier Facebook

Dust off those skis, snow has fallen in the Alps. A cold front rolled into western Europe, dropping temperatures 11 to 18°F (6 to 10 °C) below the mid-September average. This cold front is delivering heavy precipitation, with an estimated 40-80 inches for the total storm. However, most of Europe will experience rain with snow only expected in high-altitude regions […]

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Luke Guilford | September 13, 2024
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100-Day Countdown: Big Sky Resort, MT, Prepares to Unveil New Projects for 2024-25 Winter Season

rtist's impression of the Lone Peak tram terminal currently under construction. Credit: Big Sky Resort

Big Sky, Montana, August 19, 2024 – The countdown to ski season has officially begun, with just 100 days remaining until opening day on November 27, 2024. This winter, the resort will unveil several new infrastructure upgrades as part of a massive 10-year capital improvement plan, Big Sky 2025, which continues its final chapter. Related: Big Sky Resort’s Lone Peak […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | August 20, 2024
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Palisades Tahoe, CA, Announces 2024-25 Opening Day | Only 100 Days Away

Olympic Valley, Calif. [Sept. 19, 2024]— The countdown has begun! We are just 100 days away from the start of the 24/25 ski season here at Palisades Tahoe, California. Mark your calendars—Opening Day is scheduled for November 27th, weather and conditions permitting. With the longest season in Tahoe, you’ll be back on 6,000 acres of legendary terrain at North America’s […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | August 19, 2024
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Valle Nevado, Chile, Announces 2024 Winter Operating Schedule

skier in deep powder on snowy slope at Valle Nevada in Chile

New on-mountain dining, signature events, and free skiing for kids 12 and younger Valle Nevado, South America’s premier ski resort, announces the 2024 winter season kicks off on June 21 with a new on-mountain dining experience, signature events, and free skiing for all kids 12 and younger. “Valle Nevado invites North American skiers and snowboarders to extend their season and […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 19, 2024
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First Snowfall of the Year Hits New Zealand

Early snowfall is dropping in New Zealand. Photo Credit: Cordrona Ski Area

It’s early autumn in the southern hemisphere and roughly three months until the first ski areas are set to open for the 2024 season. Early snowfall first fell on March 4, delivering five inches at the Cardrona Ski Area. After a few weeks dry spell, three more inches of snow has dropped on the ski area. Related: New Zealand Report: […]

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Luke Guilford | March 29, 2024
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Powder Mountain, UT, Opens for 23/24 Season

Powder Mountain, Utah, opened for the season on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The snow has been falling for a few days now in Eden, Utah, and the resort opened with a first night of night skiing on Thursday, operating the Sundown Lift from 4-9 p.m. The resort started spinning its Timberline Lift today, thanks to the recent snowfalls. The team […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | December 10, 2023
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Monarch Mountain, CO, Announces Opening Day Thanks to 2-Feet of Fresh Snow

skier in deep powder at monarch mountain colorado

After reporting nearly two feet of snow this weekend at Monarch Mountain, Colorado, announced it will be opening for the 2023-2024 season on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Last season the resort opened on December 1, 2022. Related: Monarch Mountain, CO, Submits Plans to Increase Lift-Serviced Terrain by 50% As one of Colorado’s few remaining ski areas that does not make snow, […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | December 3, 2023
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Revelstoke Mountain Resort, BC, Postpones Opening Day Due to Lack of Snow

Due to unseasonably low snowfall in November, Opening Day at Revelstoke Mountain Resort, British Columbia, has been postponed. The resort shared the news on their website and social media channels. Revelstoke was slated to open on December 2, 2023. “Our Mountain Operations team continues to assess conditions on a daily basis to prepare accordingly for the opening of our Resort. […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 27, 2023
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[VIDEO] The Daily POW – Opening Day at Alta Ski Area, UT, Was a Powder Day

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Report written by The Daily POW from Saturday, November 25, 2023 There hadn’t been a ton of expectations leading into this weekend’s opening day at Alta Ski Area in Utah. The initial planned date was canceled. We haven’t been getting much snow. On Monday, there was still no announcement for opening day. But then it came; Saturday, not the usual […]

The Daily POW | November 27, 2023
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Palisades Tahoe, CA, to Open Treeline Cirque on Saturday, November 25

Palisades Tahoe, California, opened for the 23/24 season on Wednesday, November 22, with the First Venture chairlift in the base area. By Saturday, the resort expects to expand its terrain to include Treeline Cirque to mid-station at Alpine. Thank you, snowmakers! “Here’s something to be thankful for – we’re expanding our open terrain! Treeline Cirque opens for the season this […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 24, 2023
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[PHOTOS] Cheers to 50 Years: Big Sky Resort, MT, is Open for the Season

The ropes have dropped and the lifts are spinning: Big Sky Resort, Montana, is officially open for its 50th and longest season in history. Related: New Lone Peak Tram at Big Sky, MT, Set to Open in December After a herculean effort of snowmaking, grooming, and on-mountain preparation, the resort opened with two lifts, six runs, a beginner area, and […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 23, 2023
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[PHOTOS] Palisades Tahoe, CA, Opens For The 2023/2024 Season

Palisades Tahoe opening day 23/24

As winter makes its gradual return, Palisades Tahoe officially kicked off the 2023 – 2024 season yesterday. Despite the absence of mega-storms, the resort has been hard at work, consistently creating snow at every available opportunity to ensure an optimal experience for skiers and snowboarders. Related: Palisades Tahoe, CA, Announces Program for Opening Weekend In its third season under the […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 23, 2023
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Schweitzer, ID, Postpones Opening Day to Saturday, November 25

Schweitzer, the largest ski resort in Idaho, announced today a revised opening day for the 2023/24 winter ski season. Due to limited early season snowfall and challenging snowmaking conditions, coupled with recent temperature fluctuations, the resort has made the difficult decision to push back the opening day to Saturday, November 25. Originally the resort had tentatively planned to open November […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 22, 2023
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Big Sky, MT, Is Kicking Off Its 50th Season on November 22

Big Sky Resort, Montana, will kick off its 50th season tomorrow, November 22, 2023. The resort will open with six runs, plus a terrain park with six features near the base area, for a total of 172 acres. Opening day terrain will be serviced by two lifts – Swift Current 6 and Ramcharger 8, plus two Mountain Village carpets. “Thanks to major […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 20, 2023
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