Staff and Volunteers Plant 1,400 Saplings at Monarch Mountain, CO, to Replace Beetle Kill Since 2018, Monarch Mountain, CO, has been working diligently to remove trees affected by the spruce beetle endemic. Each summer they have coordinated with timber professionals to harvest and remove these hazardous trees. These ongoing timber operations have involved both ground-based and helicopter removal tactics. This effort has helped to mitigate fire hazards, improve stream health and add acres of […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 4, 2022 1 Comment
Do You Know Where the Tallest Trees on Earth Grow? This story originally appeared on Nasa.gov and was published by Kathryn Hansen. Every now and then, a new map changes the way we view our planet. This is one of those maps. The map above shows the height of Earth’s forests, from stubby saplings to timbers towering more than 50 meters tall. It reveals some patterns you might expect, such […] Brains SnowBrains | May 24, 2022 1 Comment
Vermont is Home to the Best Glades and Steep Skiing Classics on the East Coast Brought to you by The Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing As a native New Englander, Vermont skiing has always been something special. Growing up, my dad and I would drive hours past our local resorts and head straight for Vermont. The trails were more challenging, the snow was deeper, and the trees seemed to grow the perfect distance apart. […] Featured Article Mike Lavery | January 19, 2022 6 Comments
Backcountry Myth Busters: Do Trees Increase Snowpack Stability? In the backcountry, avalanches are often skiers’ number one concern. It makes sense that we are always looking for ways to reduce risk and consequence in the backcountry. Can trees assist in decreasing avalanche risk? The answer: it’s complicated. Trees typically run vertically through the entire snowpack, and in doing so, they can hold the snowpack in place and prevent a […] Avalanche Clay Malott | April 22, 2021 3 Comments
Monarch Mountain, CO Report: Powder, Cliff Hucks, and Flips with a Bunch of Wild Men from New Mexico View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blake (@blake_films_stuff) Brought to you by Monarch Mountain Report from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 26-28, 2021 The last time we were all together was for our favorite skier’s funeral. That was in September. We miss you, Alex Davis. We’ve all grown a lot since then, and we’re still sending […] Conditions Report Martin Kuprianowicz | March 30, 2021 1 Comment
Mono Winds Damage Dodge Ridge, CA On January 19, 2021, the Central Sierra was hit by strong northeast winds, commonly known as Mono Winds. Sustained winds in this unprecedented wind event averaged well over 100mph, with gusts estimated at 130-150mph. Wind damage was widespread on the Highway 108 corridor and in nearby Yosemite National Park. Hundreds of trees were uprooted and severely damaged infrastructure at Dodge […] Industry News Mike Bartholow | January 27, 2021 0 Comments
Ikon Pass Collaborates With American Forests to Plant 22,500 Trees Across North America Ikon Pass is joining forces with American Forests for Shred for Sustainability, a program that invites Ikon Pass holders to help create healthy and resilient forests throughout North America. Related: Amplify Your Adventure with the New Ikon Pass Mobile App for Winter 2019/20 Ikon Pass holders are encouraged to rack up their skier days at Ikon Pass destinations throughout winter […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 9, 2020 0 Comments
Meier Skis: Handmade Skis From Colorado Trees Custom, handmade, and proudly produced in Colorado, Meier Skis have been gaining notable attention across the ski industry for their uniquely, sustainably-built products. Designing and manufacturing hand-crafted, high-performance skis since 2009, their focus is driven not only by the desire to create unique skis but to also utilize sustainable material right outside their doors. While many ski companies are striving […] Gear Review Emily Crofton | October 9, 2020 0 Comments
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