BOOM! Arapahoe Basin, CO Fires Up the Snow Guns for First Official Snowmaking of Winter 2019/20 Arapahoe Basin, CO kicked off the #RaceToOpen this morning when they fired up the snow guns for their first official snowmaking day of the 2019-2020 season. Related: What Ski Resort Will Open First This Year? #RaceToOpen The snow guns were turned on at the High Noon intermediate run. A-Basin hasn’t announced its opening date yet but it’s expected to be […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 2, 2019 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO Made Snow This Morning! “We turned ’em on this morning. The wet bulb temperature dropped below 28 F. This isn’t a big snowmaking session, but it is a snowmaking session. Getting the system going is a small step, but a very important step. We like to test the gear and work out any kinks. These actions are important to help us be ready when […] Conditions Report SnowBrains | September 22, 2019 0 Comments
Development Plans for Vermont Ski Resorts Several Vermont ski areas are investing in new infrastructure in order to better the experience of their guests. The majority of these improvements are focused on both winter and summer activities. Related: The Top 9 East Coast Ski Resorts & Why You Must “SKI THE EAST”: Bolton Valley: The mountain biking trail system at Bolton Valley expanded to 26 trails this […] Industry News Taliana Potts | August 2, 2019 0 Comments
Summer Snowmaking Upgrades Allow Vail Mountain to Guarantee Nov 15th, 2019 Opening Vail Resorts announced Monday that, thanks to upcoming work this summer on new snowmaking equipment, Vail Mountain, CO will for sure be opening on Nov. 15, 2019. According to a release from the company, Vail’s snowmaking upgrades and expansion will ensure a pre-Thanksgiving Opening Day each year. Nearly 200 acres of new and enhanced snowmaking terrain will provide guests with earlier access […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 5, 2019 0 Comments
Top Ten Snowmaking Ski Resorts in North America Snowmaking has become a key resource for ski resorts around the world. The ability to have skiable snow regardless of weather is incredibly valuable as it benefits skiers with extended seasons, and ski resorts with more days open to make money. OnTheSnow put together a list of the resorts with the most snowmaking acres, let’s check it out. You might also […] Industry News Tanner Blake | December 21, 2018 5 Comments
How Climate Change Will Affect Skiing Researchers decided to project the consequences of climate change on ski season by using US resorts as a case study. The effects, however, will be felt worldwide. Ski season is going to be shorter everywhere. Higher elevations will be especially important as trends continue, but all resorts will likely have to increase their reliance on snowmaking machines: but even these require […] Conditions Report Sydney Stephens | December 14, 2018 13 Comments
Snowshoe Mountain, WV Invests $4-Million in Snowmaking Upgrades [Sponsored by Snowshoe Mountain] Are you looking for the best snow conditions in the Mid Atlantic or Southeast regions of the US? Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia has you covered. The mountain has made some big changes to their snowmaking abilities in preparation for the 2018-19 season and beyond. Nearly four million dollars has been invested in upgrades with a […] Featured Article Jenah MacGrain | November 21, 2018 0 Comments
Squaw Valley, CA Scheduled to OPEN this Friday The one and only Squaw Valley USA is scheduled to open for the winter season this Friday the 16th. Despite warm temperatures throughout the day and no help from mother nature in Lake Tahoe, the cold temperatures at night have allowed Squaw’s hard-working snowmaking team the ability to make snow at all elevations of the resort. Artificial snow currently lays […] Conditions Report Alex K | November 15, 2018 2 Comments
Industry News
Conditions Report
Featured Article
