SnowBrains Header logo
  • Store
  • Podcast
  • Snow Forecasts
  • Conditions Reports
  • Gear
  • Avalanche Forecast
  •  
SnowBrains Facebook Page SnowBrains Twitter Page SnowBrains Instagram Page SnowBrains YouTube Page SnowBrains RSS Feed

snow immersion

Snowboarder Killed After Being Buried in Deep Snow at Park City Mountain, UT

Condor Express, Canyons, Park City. | Photo: Park City Resort facebook

A 55-year-old male snowboarder from Hawaii lost his life at Park City Mountain, Utah, on Wednesday, March 19, after being discovered buried in snow on an intermediate trail. The incident occurred in the Canyons Village area of the resort, near the Alley run off the Super Condor Express lift. Related: Seattle Skier Dies in Tragic Tree Well Accident at Mt. […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 20, 2025
0 Comments

[VIDEO] Terrifying Tree Well Rescue Highlights Why You Should Always Ski With a Buddy in the Trees

tree well, rescue, mount baker,

Terrifying. It’s one of those superlatives websites use to get you to click. But in this case, it’s justified. It’s terrifying to think how quickly your day can change from shredding deep powder and having the time of your life to actually fighting for your life. It’s terrifying to imagine the thoughts going through that boarder’s mind. It’s terrifying to think […]

Play Video
Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 4, 2023
0 Comments

Snowboarder Found Buried in Deep Snow in Ravine in Closed Area of SilverStar Mountain Resort, BC

silverstar, bc, canada, Powdr

Police are investigating the death of a snowboarder at SilverStar Mountain Resort, BC, at the weekend.  The victim, who was riding alone, was discovered buried in deep snow in a ravine in the closed Putnam Creek area of the resort. A passing skier saw his snowboard sticking out of the snow. The area was closed due to poor conditions. “The initial […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | December 21, 2021
0 Comments

Personal Account of an Amazing Snow Immersion Rescue and Recovery at Dodge Ridge, CA

On Thursday, January 28, 2021, my friend Justin Calbert died in a snow immersion incident at Dodge Ridge. What’s amazing is that he’s alive today to hear and tell the story. Justin is a 38-year-old snowboarder who has spent his entire life at Dodge Ridge. He is one of the most talented and strongest riders I know and is very […]

Mike Bartholow | February 5, 2021
5 Comments

Skier Died After Being Found Upside Down in Deep Snow at Mammoth Mountain, CA

A 52-year-old man from Oceanside, CA, died Thursday after being discovered upside down and unconscious in deep snow on Mammoth Mountain. The man was found at noon by other skiers and snowboarders who attempted to dig him out while calling ski patrol. He was at the intersection of Hully Gully and Redwing. Related: Big Snow Can Also Bring Big Problems: Snow […]

Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Avatar photo SnowBrains | January 30, 2021
1 Comment

Skier Dies in Deep Snow Tree Well at Alpental Ski Resort, WA

The King County, WA Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that a skier died at Alpental ski area, WA after falling into a tree well on Saturday.   45-year-old Richard Glade was found face down in a tree well in deep snow at around 2pm on Sunday. The King County Medical Examiner’s Office reported on Monday that the cause of death was […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | December 13, 2016
0 Comments

Share your story:

Submit A Link

Top 10 Trending right now:

  • Landslide Blocks Access to Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, as Olympic Host Prepares for 2026 Winter Games
    Landslide Blocks Access to Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, as Olympic Host Prepares for 2026 Winter Games
  • [UPDATED: June 20] NOAA Winter 2025-26 Outlook: Long-Lead Seasonal Outlook Gives Sneak Peek of Next Winter
    [UPDATED: June 20] NOAA Winter 2025-26 Outlook: Long-Lead Seasonal Outlook Gives Sneak Peek of Next Winter
  • Trump's New Bill Passes: Key Impacts on the Ski Industry
    Trump's New Bill Passes: Key Impacts on the Ski Industry
  • Deer Valley's $500M Expansion Adds 3,700 Acres, 17 Lifts, and One of the Largest Gondolas in U.S. Ski History
    Deer Valley's $500M Expansion Adds 3,700 Acres, 17 Lifts, and One of the Largest Gondolas in U.S. Ski History
  • Dozens Airlifted After Thunderstorm Triggers Massive Landslides in Austrian Alps
    Dozens Airlifted After Thunderstorm Triggers Massive Landslides in Austrian Alps
  • Initial Search for Missing Southern California Hiker Ends Without Success
    Initial Search for Missing Southern California Hiker Ends Without Success
  • How Do You Define a “Local”?
    How Do You Define a “Local”?
  • Timberline Lodge, OR, Targets August 20 for End of 2025 Summer Ski Season
    Timberline Lodge, OR, Targets August 20 for End of 2025 Summer Ski Season
  • Mountain Capital Partners Plans Takeover of Chile’s Andacor Family Owned Ski Company, Expanding Footprint Across Andes
    Mountain Capital Partners Plans Takeover of Chile’s Andacor Family Owned Ski Company, Expanding Footprint Across Andes
  • 3 U.S. Ski Areas Remain Open for Skiing This Holiday Weekend
    3 U.S. Ski Areas Remain Open for Skiing This Holiday Weekend
  • Meet the Team
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
  • Site Map