FIS Extends Competition Ban on Russian and Belarusian Athletes Last week at its fall meeting in Sรถlden, Austria, the International Ski & Snowboard Federation โFISโ decided to extend the current ban on Russian and Belarusian snowsport athletes for the 22/23 season. Russian and Belarusian athletes have been banned since the start of the war on Ukraine from competing in any FIS events. “The FIS Council decided, with due regard […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | October 27, 2022 0 Comments
How French Ski Resorts Are Saving Energy Costs Amidst Europe’s Energy Crisis Rising energy prices in Europe have lead to governments appealing to industries and individuals to cut energy usage and heating this coming winter. Ski resorts across the Alps are considering their options for the 22/23 season. SnowBrains recently looked at the situation in Switzerland. Today, SnowBrains is taking a look at the situation across French resorts. Related: Could the Global […] Julia Schneemann | September 27, 2022 2 Comments
Killington Resort, VT Donates $20,000 to Ukraine Relief Efforts KILLINGTON, Vt. (March 25, 2022)ย โ Vermontโsย Killington Resort, the largest ski and snowboard resort in Eastern North America and part of POWDR, announced today that it will donate $20,000 to the Red Crossโs Ukraine relief efforts.ย ย As part of Killington Resortโs Play Forever corporate responsibility commitment, proceeds from the virtual silent auction for vintage memorabilia housed in the old K-1 Base […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 31, 2022 0 Comments