Single-Day Lift Ticket Prices Exceed $300 at U.S. Ski Resorts This Holiday Period When considering a last-minute ski trip to ring in Christmas and New Year, there are several factors to keep in mind before pulling the trigger. Housing accommodations could be booked up, but there is a good chance you will always be able to find a vacation home or hotel. Restaurant reservations may be hard to come by. However, you can […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 20, 2024 2 Comments
5 Books For Children to Read to Spark an Interest in Skiing *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Affiliate partnerships do NOT influence our editorial content. Getting involved in a sport like skiing at such a young age encouraged me to participate in an activity outside of my comfort zone, make new friends, […] Haleigh Hafner | December 20, 2024 1 Comment
Alterra Mountain Co. Looking to Link Together Big Bear and Snow Summit Resorts, CA Snow has been slow to blanket Big Bear, California, this year, but big changes are on the horizon for the area’s interconnected ski scene. Bear Mountain, a cornerstone of Big Bear Mountain Resorts, has introduced its first new chairlift in three decades: the Midway lift. This high-speed, six-seat marvel carries skiers over 2,500 feet in as little as 2.5 minutes […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 19, 2024 3 Comments
Palisades Tahoe, CA, Report: Playing “Q*bert” In Crunchy Corn Snow After the Big Rain/Freeze Event Report from December 18, 2024 It’s incredible how quickly this place can go from catastrophe to damn fun. For me, this happened in 24 hours, but I’m getting reports that folks were having fun off-piste in the sunshine at Palisades Tahoe as soon as the same day of the rain/freeze event. What happened? It rained to the top of the […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | December 19, 2024 0 Comments
9 Must Read Books for Your Dive into the World of Skiing and Snowboarding Yes, YouTube is a great resource for beginners looking to explore the beautiful world of skiing, but there is also merit to books that can be an excellent resource for all things skiing. My first discovery of mountain sports was reading a book back in the 4th grade. Growing up in Kansas, I didn’t have exposure to skiing or snowboarding, […] Luke Guilford | December 19, 2024 0 Comments
Videographers Sue NPS Over Denied Permits at Grand Teton National Park, WY Picture three people standing next to each other in Yellowstone National Park. Oneโs an ordinary tourist, oneโs a news reporter, and the thirdโs a documentary filmmaker. Theyโre all filming Old Faithful, using the exact same iPhone, and without disturbing anyone around them.ย Under federal law, the tourist and the reporter are doing nothing wrong. But the documentarian could face heavy fines, […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 18, 2024 2 Comments
[Photo Tour] Look But Don’t Touch at Palisades Tahoe, CA, Yesterday Report from December 17, 2024 Look But Don’t Touch Yesterday at palisadestahoe, CA! “If you go off-piste, you’re taking your life in your hands,” Ski Patroller David told us yesterday… And he was right, the off-piste was treacherous after the previous day brought rain to the top and a freeze overnight. The whole mountain was a crusty popsicle. Then, only […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | December 18, 2024 0 Comments
For an Authentic and Affordable Wyoming Adventure, Check Out These 4 Lesser-Known Ski Areas When you think of skiing in Wyoming, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort often steals the spotlight with its legendary terrain and iconic reputation.ย But what if we told you thereโs a world of powdery wonder beyond the Tetons? Wyoming is home to a number of lesser-known ski resorts that combine big-mountain vibes with small-town charm without the massive crowds. From hidden gems […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 18, 2024 0 Comments