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The 9 Most Expensive Daily Lift Tickets in the USA Last Season

A daily lift ticket exceeded $200 at ten ski areas during peak season last year, with one resort charging $249. Two hundred and forty-nine bucks! Last season, only the top three exceeded $200. A psychological barrier has been passed. Related: Dissecting the $200+ Lift Ticket Skiing isn’t a cheap sport, but it is something we all love to do—and most of the […]

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SnowBrains | May 10, 2022

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40-Feet of Snow Fell in 5-Days in Lebanon in 2012

Lebanon got forty FEET of snow in five days in February 2012. 480″. More than 90% of US ski resorts get in a whole season. Related: The Top Snowfall Events in Recorded History: That officially qualifies as a lot of snow in a short period. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SnowBrains (@snowbrains) Lebanon comes from the […]

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SnowBrains | May 9, 2022

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The Top 10 Colleges For Ski Buffs

According to thebestcolleges.org, there are tons of colleges that provide skiing and snowboarding options for their students, but this list includes the best of the best. Everyone knows that you shouldn’t go to a college without a nearby ski area, so this list will reassure your options. It’s that time of year when high school seniors are deciding which college […]

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Chris Wallner | May 3, 2022

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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Mt. Hood Meadows, OR

One of the most iconic peaks in the Cascade Mountain Range is Mt. Hood, which stands at 11,249 feet and is the tallest peak in Oregon. Nestled around this stratovolcano are four ski areas, including my personal favorite, Mt. Hood Meadows. Mt. Hood Meadows is known for having the most varied and exciting terrain in the Pacific Northwest. It […]

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Brent Thomas | April 13, 2022

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Top 15 Worldwide Ski Resorts For Students

Skiing not only boosts our overall happiness and well-being but is also beneficial for both our physical and mental health. Maintaining good mental and physical health is essential when we are studying, especially in a foreign country. Altitude Futures has released a brand new ranking, taking into account all the facts that make a study location perfect for skiing. Related: […]

SnowBrains | April 4, 2022

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Top 5 Powder Stashes at Sugar Bowl Resort, CA

Brought to you by Sugar Bowl Resort Sugar Bowl Resort sits atop Donner Summit, CA, and is notorious for its deep snowpack and scenic vistas. It is also home to some of my favorite powder stashes of all time. The resort consists of four peaks, each with its own unique zones. A powder day at Sugar Bowl means touring the resort […]

The 6 Best Spring Skiing Resorts in North America:

Spring skiing is a sacred activity in North America. The seriousness of winter was gradually worn away as skier’s and rider’s furrowed brows soften due to playful spring snow conditions, the skin of members of the opposite sex, and strong alcoholic beverages. In North American ski towns, spring is about renewal, alternate activities, goofy costumes, snowller blades, hot tubs, and live music.
Many ski resort offer some sort of combination of the above mention sacred springtime activities but only a few offer up the whole enchilada. These are the chosen ones: […]

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SnowBrains | March 22, 2022

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Don’t Tell Everyone, but Eaglecrest Ski Area, AK, Is the Ultimate Hidden Gem of North America

When it comes to hidden gems, it’s always hard to decide whether to keep them closely guarded or share the wealth. Today we’re choosing to spill all the info about one of our favorite lesser-known spots: Eaglecrest Ski Area, located on Douglas Island in Juneau, Alaska. Skiing in Alaska is already a dream for many, but skiing at Eaglecrest also […]