South American Resorts to Start the Winter Ski Season this Weekend | Most Awaiting More Snow June 21st marks the official start of winter for the southern hemisphere, and although resorts in New Zealand and Australia are already operating, this weekend marks the start of the South American ski season. Related: Why You Should Make Valle Nevado, Chile Your #1 Summer Ski Destination Although, many resorts that had planned to open this weekend have postponed their […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 21, 2019 0 Comments
When Is The Best Time to Ski & Ride in South America? It’s a big commitment to fly all the way down to South America to ski in the summer. Skiers and riders need to know what time of year is going to maximize their chances for good coverage, fresh snow, and quality experiences. Related: Why You Should Make Valle Nevado, Chile Your #1 Summer Ski Destination SnowBrains has spent 10 winter seasons […] SnowBrains | June 18, 2019 2 Comments
Las Leñas, Argentina Eyeing June 22nd Opening | Multiple FEET Fresh Snow Forecast Las Leñas Ski Resort in Argentina recently postponed their 15th June opening date. Rumors have it that the 11,253-foot resort nestled in the heart of the Andes could open a week later, on the 22nd. We’re still waiting for that confirmation. Related: Valle Nevado, Chile is One of the Best Places to See the Total Solar Eclipse Next Month (and Ski!) […] Weather WeatherBrains | June 13, 2019 0 Comments
Valle Nevado, Chile is One of the Best Places to See the Total Solar Eclipse Next Month (and Ski!) If you were lucky enough to be in the narrow path of totality last August when a total solar eclipse passed over the United States, you know that seeing a total solar eclipse requires a lot of planning. But is totally worth it. Related: Why You Should Make Valle Nevado, Chile Your #1 Summer Ski Destination The next total solar […] SnowBrains | June 7, 2019 0 Comments
PHOTO TOUR: Winter Arrives in South America as Opening Day Approaches Last week a couple of storms left a dusting of snow across South America ski areas, but this latest system has been far more generous. Resorts across Chile and Argentina have received up to a foot and more over the last day or so as opening day approaches. Valle Nevado in Chile, who are targetting an opening date of 22nd June, […] Weather WeatherBrains | May 31, 2019 0 Comments
VIDEO: Bariloche, Argentina Recap 2018 – Gorgeous Lines, Sunny Skies, & Big Snow The 2018 ski season in Bariloche, Argentina may have been my very favorite of my 10 seasons down there. It wasn’t a huge snow season – at least, it wasn’t right until the end – but it snowed a handful of inches with wind each week and that was enough to buff out the backcountry and make it creamy and […] Featured Video Miles Clark | May 24, 2019 0 Comments
Las Leñas, Argentina To Get “New” Gondola in 2020 After many years of rumors, Las Leñas, Argentina recently published plans to install a gondola. More specifically, a recycled gondola from Schladming, Austria will be shipped to its new home in the Andes. Construction in Las Leñas will reportedly begin in Summer 2020. Las Leñas is based high in the Andes and is known for its rugged nature and incredible big-mountain terrain. […] Industry News Adrian Dolatschko | March 29, 2019 0 Comments
Join Ice Axe Expeditions For the Trip of a Lifetime | Places Available on Andes Volcano Ski Tour Ice Axe is pleased to offer ski touring and mountaineering in the Ring of Fire; explore some of the highest and nicest volcanoes along the Chilean Andes. You might also like: Svalbard Trip Report 2018 | Skiing & Sailing Deep Within The Arctic Circle Ski spring conditions on active snow-capped volcanoes, and spend your late afternoons visiting spectacular and relaxing thermal hot springs, […] SnowBrains | March 22, 2019 0 Comments
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