Dominic Gawel, Author at SnowBrains

What are the 9 Prettiest Ski Areas in North America?

North America is full of stunning mountain ranges from the Appalachians to the Chugach Range in Alaska. Each range is unique with distinguishing characteristics that make them all beautiful in their own way. There are countless ski areas with gorgeous views and we all have our own opinions about which is the prettiest. Many more resorts could arguably make the list. […]

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Dominic Gawel | March 17, 2021

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No Evidence of Fraud Found in Investigation of Woman’s 12-Day Disappearance in Zion National Park, UT

Authorities found no evidence supporting fraud surrounding the investigation of Holly Suzanne Courtier, a 38-year-old woman who went missing for 12-days in Zion National Park, UT last year. Courtier’s disappearance went viral after Washington County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Sgt. Darrell Cashin found aspects of the story that did not add up. Courtier’s family set up a GoFundMe several days […]

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Dominic Gawel | March 17, 2021

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New App Allows RCMP to Track Missing and Injured People in the British Columbia Backcountry

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Dominic Gawel | March 12, 2021

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Grand Teton National Park, WY Sees Record Number of Visitations in January

Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, saw its highest recreational visitation on record for January 2021. January 2021 had a whopping 13,937 more visitors than January 2020 – from 51,648 (2020) to 66,585 (2021). In January 2003, the park came close to this number with 61,043 visitors. Last year, Grand Teton National Park was closed for almost two months from March […]

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Dominic Gawel | March 11, 2021

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Freeskiing has Reached the Future: Switch Double 2160

View this post on Instagram A post shared by @kuurakoivisto Kuura Koivisto, 20, just made history as the first skier to spin into the future with a Switch Double 2160. That is six full 360s! No other skier has ever spun past 1980. The term “future spin” is often used when referring to very large spins in freeskiing. […]

Crested Butte, CO Backcountry Report: A Chute on Mt. Axtell’s First Bowl

Report from Monday, March 8, 2021 Brought to you by 10 Barrel Brewing The Crested Butte backcountry never ceases to impress me and today was no exception to that. Mt. Axtell delivered steep skiing, powder, soft snow, tight trees, and a fun chute. Our day began at the Kebler Pass winter closure where we skinned about two miles to the […]

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Dominic Gawel | March 10, 2021

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“Boarding For Breast Cancer” is Returning to Grand Targhee, WY for “Love Your Peaks” March 12 and 13

Brought to you by Grand Targhee Resort On March 12 and 13, 2021, Love Your Peaks is returning to Grand Targhee as an in-person event with a party at the Habitat in Driggs, Idaho, a raffle, silent auction, pink poker run, and a social media auction. Love Your Peaks is Boarding for Breast Cancer’s newest initiative to fundraise for breast […]

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Dominic Gawel | March 9, 2021

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The Top 13 Ski Movies for Free on YouTube

Who doesn’t love a free full-length ski film? Ski movies are the best way to get stoked for ski season, get inspired, and see athlete’s hard work. From Warren Miller to Inspired Media Concepts, there are plenty of full-length ski films to get you fired up for spring skiing! YouTube is full of ski films ranging in disciplines, producers, and […]