Apple Crash Detection Technology is Causing Skiers to Unintentionally Call 911 Dialing 911 is not something to be taken lightly. When needed it can make all the difference in emergencies. However, the crash detection technology on the new iPhones and Apple Watches is causing the devices to automatically call 911 even when it is not needed. It is designed to be triggered when it detects severe car crashes but it is […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 5, 2022 0 Comments
Millions Riding Masked: Utah’s Incredible Record-Breaking 2020-21 Season Even though we were told to remain at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, Utah’s ski areas experienced a record-breaking number of 5.3 million visitors throughout the 2020-21 season. Even though there was less traveling, tight restrictions, and disease spreading, the National Ski Areas Association reported that 59 million ski visits were made this season, the fifth-best ever recorded in the […] Industry News Jesse | June 18, 2021 0 Comments
Grand Teton National Park, WY Closes Portion of Backcountry Area to Prevent Waking Grizzly Conflicts Grand Teton National Park has closed a portion of a popular backcountry skiing area, 25 Short, to keep visitors and waking grizzly bears safe. Only a portion of the popular backcountry skiing area is closed. The peak, unnamed 9975, remains open with ridgeline access to Turkey Chute, Chute the Moon, and other Avalanche Canyon routes. Most of these can be accessed […] Backcountry Dominic Gawel | March 25, 2021 0 Comments
California and Nevada Ski Resorts Promote Respect and Education for Annual ‘Safety Day’ January 23, 2021 Brought to you by Ski California PETALUMA, Calif. (Jan. 20, 2021) – As Ski California member resorts in California and Nevada continue to adhere to new health and wellness procedures this season to support public safety, they are also gearing up for the third annual Ski California Safety Day on Saturday, January 23. Each resort will host its own activities—mostly […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 20, 2021 1 Comment
The SnowBrains Podcast – Episode #2 – Are Ski Resorts Safe To Visit During COVID-19? The SnowBrains Podcast is brought to you by Alta Ski Area Last week we proudly announced the launch of “The SnowBrains Podcast“. This week, we bring you episode #2 with Dr. Michael Fischman M.D.: “Are Ski Resorts Safe To Visit During COVID-19?“ The SnowBrains Podcast interviews the most intelligent people in the snowsports industry and passes their fascinating knowledge onto […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 31, 2020 2 Comments
Colorado: Safest Ski Lifts In The World? Did you know that Colorado has the most regulations for ski lifts out of anywhere on earth? According to The Summit Daily, Colorado has among the safest ski lifts in the world. Lift malfunctions and accidents are quite rare, yet Colorado resorts had an epidemic of ski lift-related issues in the past three years, including one that killed a visitor […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 15, 2019 0 Comments
“Safe Selfie” | A Way To Influence Others To Make Safe Decisions In Yellowstone National Park According to Cody Enterprise, Yellowstone National Park is influencing visitors to take “The Yellowstone Pledge” or “The Safe Selfie Policy.” This is in response to an increase in park visits and irresponsible decisions made by visitors that have gone along with it. It reminds Yellowstone guests to stay away from wildlife and take pictures at a distance that doesn’t disturb the […] Industry News Chris Wallner | May 8, 2017 0 Comments
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