Drunk History: The History of Skiing in Vermont You know that show “Drunk History” on the Comedy Central?ย They get drunk and tell the story of interesting historical events while actors play out the stories they tell. These Vermonters spoof “Drunk History” very well and they tell story of the history of skiing in Vermont and it’s fun. “Skiing history buffs credit Sun Valley with installing the first […] SnowBrains | August 4, 2016 0 Comments
The State of Vermont Reaches A $5.9 Million Settlement In Jay Peak Probe According to a Vermont press release, the state has reached a $5.9 million settlement with a financial firm related to the fraud investigation of real estate developments at Jay Peak and Burke Mountain. The Department of Financial Regulation found that Raymond James and Associatesโ Miami branch failed toย comply numerous times with supervisory requirements and Vermont law. Miami businessman Ariel Quiros, […] Industry News Chris Wallner | July 9, 2016 1 Comment
Best 10 Small Ski Resorts in North America Bigger isn’t always better. These 10 awesome small ski resorts in North America pack a punch in less than 3,000 acres. ameliatraynor | June 2, 2016 17 Comments
Killington, VT Sees One of Biggest Snowstorms of Season Last Night | 6% of Their Total Snowfall This Season in One Night… Killington ski resort in Vermont saw one of their biggest snowstorms of the year last night. In this one storm, they picked up 6% of this season’s total snowfall…ย which was only 5″… “9:53 am 05/16/16–We kid you not, skiers and riders. Last night we picked up a 5″ dump from the heavens on top of Sunday afternoon’s healthy dusting. […] Conditions Report SnowBrains | May 16, 2016 1 Comment
Jay Peak, VT Conditions Report + Photo Tour: “You Want a Hefty Beard Today…” Jay Peak ski resort in Vermont just got 9-11″ of new snow and they’re opening a lot of new terrain today. Lift lines don’t look to bad.ย Just look at those empty chairs! It’s been a very slow start to the season on the East Coast, but the tide may have just turned.ย The forecast looks good! “9-11″ and ropes […] Conditions Report SnowBrains | January 13, 2016 0 Comments
Killington, VT Will OPEN Tomorrow: Killington ski resort in Vermont will open up at 10am tomorrow with the K-1 Express Gondola providing access to skiing and riding via the North Ridge Triple chair.ย Rime & Reason will be the only two trails open. A bit of walking will be required to make it all work, but it’ll be worth the walk. Killington will be open […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 14, 2015 0 Comments
VIDEO: “The Most Interesting Man in the World” Lives in Vermont… Of Course “The Most Interesting in the World,” you know the Dos Equis beer guy who is always doing cool stuff with beautiful women?ย Then he says: “I don’t always drink beer, but when I do, I drink Dos Equis.” – The Most Interesting Man in the World “Business Insider spent the day with him and made this fun video to show […] SnowBrains | October 27, 2015 0 Comments
Killington, VT Update: Open Today… Sort Of… “Bare spots are likely and walking may even be required by the afternoon.” – Killington today Killington, VT is open again this weekend after being open last weekend then closing during the week. They’re open today, but it’s raining with a high of 51ยบF.ย Conditions are pretty funky so Killington isn’t selling day tickets and only accepting season pass and […] Conditions Report SnowBrains | October 25, 2015 1 Comment