Alterra Mountain Company Completes Acquisition of Sugarbush Resort, VT Alterra Mountain Company announced yesterday that it has closed on the purchase of Sugarbush Resort in Vermont, bringing the companyโs total year-round mountain destinations to 15 throughout North America, including the worldโs largest heli-skiing operation. โWith the acquisition of Sugarbush Resort, we are excited to expand our presence within the Northeast skier market as we grow our Alterra Mountain Company […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 17, 2020 0 Comments
Man Dies in Tree Strike at Killington Resort, VT On Sunday, during the busy holiday weekend, Jason Vitale passed away after colliding with a tree at Killington Resort, VT. The 58-year-old resident of New York went into cardiac arrest on his way to the hospital where he later died.ย He was reportedly riding without a helmet and traveling at fast speeds. According to a National Ski Areas Association study, helmet […] Industry News Joseph Phillips | January 3, 2020 0 Comments
A Road Trip Around the Northeast’s Most Iconic Alpine Adventures with Ikon Pass Brought to you by Ikon Pass New England Winter Road Trip 8 Days, 6 Destinations Stratton, Killington Resort, Sugarbush Resort, Loon Mountain, Sunday River, Sugarloaf Take a trip to New England for access to one of the planetโs most highly saturated skiing and riding areas โincluding six Ikon Pass destinations all within five hours of each other. Hereโs an inside […] Featured Article SnowBrains | December 2, 2019 1 Comment
190 Riders Stranded for 2-Hours When Lift Malfunctioned on Opening Weekend at Mount Snow, VT Opening weekend at Mount Snow, VT was definitely one to remember for some when one of the ski lifts malfunctioned, leaving 190 skiers stranded for up to two hours before they were rescued.ย Ski patrol conducted a safe evacuation and all riders were evacuated safely. “Mount Snow extends its apologies to the guests who were inconvenienced by this event,” the West […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 18, 2019 0 Comments
Jay Peak Resort, VT to Open EARLY Thanks to More Than 3-Feet Fresh Snow this Week BOOM! Thanks to nearly 3-feet of fresh snow since last week and more today in the forecast, Jay Peak Resort have announced they will be opening a week early. Related: The Top 9 East Coast Ski Resorts & Why You Must โSKI THE EASTโ: The East Coast powder king has been getting hammered with early season snow so will start […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 15, 2019 0 Comments
Alterra Mountain Company to Acquire Sugarbush Resort in Vermont Expanding the Companyโs Family of Destinations to 15 Alterra Mountain Company announces that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Sugarbush Resort in Vermont, which will bring the companyโs total to 15 year-round mountain destinations throughout North America, including the worldโs largest heli-skiing operation. Related: Fly to the Slopes: Ikon Pass Destinations Are Closer Than You Think Founded in […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 13, 2019 0 Comments
NOAA: Winter Storm Warning for Vermont | Ski Areas Can Expect Over a FOOT of Fresh Snow Snow will spread across much of the northeast this afternoon, especially areas of central and northern Vermont, becoming heavy at times tonight into Tuesday morning.ย Ski areas Jay Peak, Stowe, Smuggler’s Notch, Mad River Glen and maybe Sugarbush could all see in excess of 12″ between now and Wednesday morning. Related: Whatโs New at Vermont Ski Areas for 2019/20? Resorts Spend […] Weather WeatherBrains | November 11, 2019 0 Comments
Snowmaking Porn?! Mount Snow, VT Officially Begins Snowmaking for 2019/20 Season The Most Powerful Snowmaking System In The Northeast Roars To Life, As Opening Day Approachesย Mount Snow, VT has officially begun snowmaking operations for the 2019/2020 winter season. With temperatures falling through the weekend, Mount Snowโs team of snowmakers plan to continue to lay down a base on Cascade, Canyon, Free Fall, and River Run trails, ahead of opening day. […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 5, 2019 0 Comments