Trip Report: Tickle Mary’s Nipple, WY — Why Not? Report from Wednesday, June 10th 2020 The itch had set in about two days prior. Spring had finally squared-up against Old Man Winter, and a seasonal battle royale took over the Teton Valley climate.ย Sunny day haymakers countered snowstorm jabs. Weathermen marked the fronts like a bookie takes odds at Vegas. Was this is how June ought to feel? The Russian […] Trip Report Paulie | June 11, 2020 0 Comments
Trial Will Decide if Resort’s Negligence Caused Teenager’s Serious Injuries at Pond Skim Event The pond-skim is an end of season ritual at many resorts across the country, a fun way to celebrate the end of another season. But for one entrant at Snow King Mountain, WY his participation in the event had an everlasting effect on the rest of his life, caused by injuries sustained during his skim attempt. Related: Family of Teenager […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 9, 2020 3 Comments
NOAA: Winter Weather Advisory for Wyoming/Montana – Upto 8″ Fresh Snow Forecast for Teton Pass A strong storm is bringing moderate to heavy snow to elevations above 5500 feet beginning yesterday and lasting through Monday.ย A winter weather advisory has been issued for large areas of Wyoming and Montana. Higher elevations could see up to 8″ of fresh summer snow. …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY… * WHAT…Periods of snow. Total snow […] Weather WeatherBrains | June 8, 2020 0 Comments
US-212 Beartooth Pass and Beartooth Basin Ski Area, WY/MT Closed Due to Winter Conditions The country’s only summer-only ski area had to close yesterday due to too much snow.ย Beartooth Basin, on the Wyoming/Montana border, is currently inaccessible due to winter conditions closing the Beartooth Pass at the Montana state line. The Wyoming side of the Pass is totally closed. That green line is US-212 and it disappears at the Wyoming border due Winter Conditions […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 8, 2020 0 Comments
Beartooth Pass, MT/WY (US 212) is Now Open for the Summer The high elevation Beartooth Highway, US 212, connecting Yellowstone National Park with Red Lodge, Montana, has opened for the season, officials said. Related: VIDEO: Beartooth Highway โ โAmericaโs Most Beautiful Roadwayโ The final section in Wyoming was cleared for summer travel on May 29, connecting with the opened Montana portion of the road.ย The opening comes as Beartooth Basin ski area, […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2020 0 Comments
Bridger Gondola Opens at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Tomorrow Marking Beginning of Summer The Bridger Gondola at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY will make its first trips of the summer this weekend, transporting socially distanced guests to 9,095-feet for spectacular views and a newly installed waffle house. Beginning Saturday, May 30, the gondola will run from 9 am to 5 pm every day, and is just the beginning of the summer season at […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 29, 2020 0 Comments
Woman Knocked Down and Injured by Bison in Yellowstone National Park A woman got knocked down and injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park yesterday, just two days after the park reopened to the public. Related: VIDEO: Parents Run Away As Bison Tosses 9-Year Old Girl Into the Air at Yellowstone National Park A press release from the park says the incident happened in the Old Faithful Upper Geyser Basin […] SnowBrains | May 21, 2020 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Will Open Bridger Gondola on May 30th (With New Health and Safety Precautions) Bridger Gondola to Open Saturday, May 30, With Other Activities Hopeful to Open Early Summer,ย All With New Health and Safety Precautions Jackson Hole Mountain Resortโs concern for the health and human safety of all employees and visitors is paramount during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of this, standard summer operations are being adjusted to navigate the new norms of social distancing […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 21, 2020 0 Comments