SnowBrains Header logo
  • Home
  • News
  • Weather
  • Resort Reports
  • Brains
  • Podcast
  • Long Reads
SnowBrains Facebook Page SnowBrains Twitter Page SnowBrains Instagram Page SnowBrains YouTube Page SnowBrains RSS Feed
Advertisement

power pass

New Mexico’s 3 Power Pass Resorts Roll Out Major Upgrades Ahead of 2025-26 Ski Season

sandier peak New Mexico

New Mexico ski areas Sandia Peak, Sipapu, and Pajarito are investing in new lifts, snowmaking infrastructure and guest amenities ahead of the 2025-26 season, in a push to extend operations and improve the skiing and riding experience across the state. The upgrades, announced this week by Power Pass Resorts, come as the mountains prepare for what they hope will be […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Martin Kuprianowicz | August 12, 2025
0 Comments

Mountain Capital Partners Announces $15M+ in Improvements Following Record-Setting Winter

Durango, Colo. — With three of its ski areas extending operations into May, winter is still going strong across many Mountain Capital Partners (MCP) mountains. The 2024/2025 season has already delivered standout moments—from record-setting season lengths and historic early openings to national accolades—and MCP is building on that success with more than $15 million in capital improvements planned across its […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Avatar photo Press Release | April 24, 2025
0 Comments

The Power Pass Returns for 2025-26 With No Price Increase and More Year-Round Perks

The 2025-26 Power Pass—the Southwest’s most powerful season pass—went on sale today, and while benefits continue to grow, prices remain the same. Related: Comparing the Price Development of Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy Passes For the third consecutive year, Power Pass pricing remains unchanged, making it one of the most affordable ways to access over 8,000 acres of terrain […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Avatar photo Press Release | March 19, 2025
0 Comments

Mountain Capital Partners Adds La Parva, ARG, To Power Pass Along with Golf and More New Year-Round Perks

Mountain Capital Partners (MCP) announced the creation of the largest lift-served resort in the southern hemisphere with the integration of La Parva and Valle Nevado ski resorts.  This effectively gives Power Pass season passholders access to 12 months of skiing. MCP’s Power Kids pass is the only ski pass in North America to offer free skiing and mountain biking for kids […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Avatar photo SnowBrains | May 23, 2024
0 Comments

Nordic Valley Ski Resort, UT, Closed Temporarily After Fire Devastates Structure Housing the Ticket Office

Nordic Valley Ski Resort in Weber County, Utah, was ravaged by a fire in the early hours of Monday morning, January 15, 2024. A worker noticed flames and smoke coming from the mountain lodge at the resort. Weber Fire District, Ogden City Fire, South Ogden City Fire, and Weber County Sheriff’s were dispatched to a structure fire at Nordic Valley. […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Julia Schneemann | January 16, 2024
0 Comments

Sandia Peak Ski Area in Albuquerque, NM, Hoping to Reopen After 2-Year Closure

ski lift new mexio

Sandia Peak Ski Area, connected to Albuquerque, New Mexico, via the Sandia Peak Tramway, has remained closed for over two years due to a combination of factors. The lack of snow, combined with difficulties in attracting employees, as well as a lack of interest by the owners, had resulted in the multi-season closure of the resort. However, the ski area’s […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Jared Roberts | January 15, 2024
0 Comments

The Ultimate Colorado Season Pass Buyers Guide

Winter Park photo

When it comes to selecting a ski/ride season pass in Colorado there are as many options as there are mountains. Comparing passes can be difficult and time-consuming. So we have done the hard work for you and compiled all of the relevant data here for your convenience. All prices are for 2019/2020 season passes unless otherwise noted. All prices are […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Curtis Weller | August 23, 2019
4 Comments

Top 18/19 Multi-Resort Passes to Explore Colorado

Colorado

The Ikon and Epic Passes seem to have a tight grip on the Colorado region with Aspen Snowmass and Vail under their rule.  However, a  few contenders offer great deals on some of the best skiing in the state. Colorado holds some of the most sought after terrain in North America.  Cold, dry powder and the steeps of the Rockies have […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Katy Shipley | July 6, 2018
0 Comments

Alternative Multi-Resort Passes: Big Terrain, Small Crowds, Dream Destinations

Cascadia Collective

With the spotlight fixed on Ikon and Epic passes these days, what about the smaller collectives?  It’s time to show some love for those who embody the local feel, and include some multi-resort perks as well. Since Ikon announced it’s existence, multi-resort benefits are now an important feature for most buyers.  Resorts all over North America have teamed up to join the multi-resort […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Katy Shipley | July 2, 2018
0 Comments

Share your story:

Submit A Link

Top 10 Trending right now:

  • The Highest-Earning Ski Racers of the 2025–26 FIS Alpine World Cup Season
    The Highest-Earning Ski Racers of the 2025–26 FIS Alpine World Cup Season
  • Late Season Skiing in Europe: Top 19 Resorts for Spring Skiing
    Late Season Skiing in Europe: Top 19 Resorts for Spring Skiing
  • The 9 Most Underrated Ski Areas in North America
    The 9 Most Underrated Ski Areas in North America
  • Are You Owed Money? Vail Resorts Ski Instructor Wage Lawsuit Deadline Is Tomorrow — April 15
    Are You Owed Money? Vail Resorts Ski Instructor Wage Lawsuit Deadline Is Tomorrow — April 15
  • Japanese Summer-Only Ski Resort Gassan Starts Spinning Lifts
    Japanese Summer-Only Ski Resort Gassan Starts Spinning Lifts
  • 9 Laps, 9 Holes, 9 Innings — Is the 9-9-9 Challenge the Ultimate Ski Town Flex?
    9 Laps, 9 Holes, 9 Innings — Is the 9-9-9 Challenge the Ultimate Ski Town Flex?
  • SnowBrains Forecast: 5-10 Inches for Utah Through Friday
    SnowBrains Forecast: 5-10 Inches for Utah Through Friday
  • The 8 Best Ski Resorts in the Southern Hemisphere
    The 8 Best Ski Resorts in the Southern Hemisphere
  • One Season, 58 Resorts: One Skier’s Retirement Reinvention
    One Season, 58 Resorts: One Skier’s Retirement Reinvention
  • Which Ski Resorts Are Still Open in the West? Here's All 24 — and When They Close
    Which Ski Resorts Are Still Open in the West? Here's All 24 — and When They Close
  • Meet the Team
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Policy
  • Site Map