The Start of Modern Skiing? A Look At 7 of the World’s Oldest Ski Resorts Where is the Birthplace of Modern Skiing? According to the International Skiing History Association, the art of skiing dates back some 3,000 years when archaeological evidence across the Eurasian arctic region shows evidence of primitive skis. But surely that doesn’t reflect today’s modern skiing with perfectly groomed slopes and high-speed lifts. So where do you go to find the birthplace […] Industry News Ryan Kime | March 23, 2025 3 Comments
Behind the Legendary Photo From the Giro d’Italia You may have seen the legendary photo from the 15th stage of the Giro d’Italia, the famous Italian bike race. It’s a photo that will definitely find its place in the annals of cycling and skiing history. The photo depicts the leader and overall winner, Tadej Pogacar from Slovenia, in the pink jersey cycling through Livigno while two Italian freeskiers, […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 22, 2025 0 Comments
The Ski Resorts that Everyone Thinks Should Stay Open Longer in the Spring In October, skiers look forward to the opening day of their local mountain for the season. It’s an exciting time for winter enthusiasts, and most resorts open by mid-December. On the back end of the season, Spring marks the end of the ski season, which brings feelings of sadness and wanting the season to last longer. For most resorts, making […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | March 22, 2025 0 Comments
Ski Bradford’s ‘Big Mike’ Needs a Kidney—And the Massachusetts Ski Community is Rallying At a small ski hill in northeastern Massachusetts, one of its most beloved figures is facing the biggest uphill battle of his life. Mike “Big Mike” Privitera, longtime snow sports director at Ski Bradford, is a mentor, leader, and the heart of the mountain’s ski school. Now, after several failed matches, he and his family are urgently searching for a […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | March 22, 2025 0 Comments
Key Gondola at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, BC, Remains Closed for Weeks After a Cabin Fell Off with 8 People Inside After a loaded gondola cabin fell from the Golden Eagle Express lift at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort on March 10, the resort has suspended all operations on the lift while an in-depth investigation unfolds. The incident, which occurred as the cabin was leaving the bottom terminal with eight people inside, resulted in no serious injuries—but it has left one of […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | March 21, 2025 0 Comments
Colorado Ski Resorts Winter 2024-25 Closing Dates Spring has sprung, which means the 2024-25 resort ski season, unfortunately, has almost ended. Most Colorado ski resorts are closing on various Sundays throughout April, starting on the 6th and ending on April 27. This year’s May resort skiing will likely be at Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Loveland, and Winter Park’s Mary Jane. Below are all Colorado resorts’ closing dates. Related: […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 21, 2025 0 Comments
Mammoth Mountain, CA, to Stay Open Through Memorial Day After Receiving 10 Feet of Snow Since February Mammoth Mountain officially announced it will remain open through Memorial Day weekend, capping off a strong late-season stretch with more than 10 feet of fresh snow since early February. The resort is reporting a base depth of 8 to 14 feet and more snow in the forecast—prime conditions for spring skiing. Related: ‘Miracle March’ Delivers at Palisades Tahoe, CA, Pushing […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | March 21, 2025 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Announces 2025-26 Season Pass Sale | Youth Pricing Unchanged, New 5-Day Pass Option Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) in Wyoming has announced details for its 2025-26 season pass lineup. In-person sales will start May 1, and online sales will launch May 15. As in previous years, the spring sale will offer the best prices and pass availability. Related: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Passes 400″ of Snowfall for the Season Key Dates: In-Person […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 21, 2025 0 Comments
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