Star Peak, NV, Report: Aligning the Stars in the Nevada Desert Report from Saturday, April 27, 2024 Despite Tahoe’s place as a backcountry ski haven, Lassen and Star Peak are tied as the two nearest ultra-prominence peaks to Lake Tahoe. Many have stared at Star Peak on the drive between the Wasatch and Tahoe. Its North Bowls tower over the outskirts of Winnemucca. However, being positioned in the desert between those […] Conditions Report Guest Author | June 3, 2024 0 Comments
Snowbasin, UT, Report: Creamy, Dreamy Spring Turns Report from Tuesday, April 16, 2024, by James Yim It was a moody spring day with soft turns, some thick fog, and many moments of sunshine. I was happy to make the mellow drive north through Salt Lake City to Snowbasin, Utah, for a nice spring skiing day. With the temps warming up this time of year, the mountain has […] Conditions Report Guest Author | April 18, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Pro-Skier Shares Account of Close Call With Avalanche in Get Serious Chutes at Snowbird, UT View this post on Instagram A post shared by Inti Fernandez. ❄️ (@inti_fernandez_) This account from January 15, 2024, was submitted to SnowBrains by Inti Fernandez. Hello everyone, I’m Inti Fernandez, a professional skier in Salt Lake City, Utah. I hope your winter season has been filled with thrilling runs and abundant powder snow. My go-to ski area […] Avalanche Guest Author | April 5, 2024 0 Comments
Family Ski Tips: How to Be Safe and Have Fun This is a guest post submitted by Elizabeth Bauer from Kindred Courage Elizabeth from Kindred Courage, Inspiring Families to Live Adventurously, sat down with Janelle Thomas from Raising Little Rippers to learn how families can have successful and safe days on the mountain. Related: Top 10 Tips for Skiing With Kids Elizabeth: Hi Janelle! I have been following you for […] Guest Author | February 6, 2024 1 Comment
How To Prevent Ski Injuries With The Canadian Olympic Team’s Method Written by Steve Carver Winter sports enthusiasts face a high risk of injuries, especially in activities like skiing and snowboarding. The thrill of speed, unpredictable weather conditions, and challenging terrains can lead to some serious accidents. There are an average of 2.8 injuries for every 1,000 days skied, with knee-related injuries standing out as the most prevalent. The risks are […] Brains Guest Author | December 22, 2023 0 Comments
Addressing Problems Faced by International Seasonal Workers at North American Ski Areas The Co-founders of SEE YOU NEXT SEASON, have called on the North American ski industry to “do better” in terms of attracting and keeping employees. In a hard-hitting podcast, Matt Fuller and Iain Lygo highlight the global options available for young adventurous seasonal workers, and how countries are very willing to host working holidaymakers to fill labour market gaps. “There […] Industry News Guest Author | November 3, 2023 0 Comments
Lake Tahoe, CA, Charity Ride Takes in 62 Miles and 10,000 Feet Vertical Climb This is a guest post submitted by Bryan Unger I’m beyond excited to share about a stout physical challenge that I embarked on – a journey that involved 10,000 feet of elevation gain, pedaling through sixty-two miles of diverse terrain. This ride wasn’t just about testing my physical limits; it was about supporting a cause that holds immense significance – […] Biking Guest Author | August 20, 2023 0 Comments
So Tell Me A.I., How Much Snow Will We Get this Winter? Snow determines the success of a ski season. A forecast from the Farmers Almanac promising a snowy PNW winter gets ski enthusiasts, like me, buzzing. It’s what makes us rush to buy our passes and enter the PNW Platinum Powder Pass sweepstakes. A snowy winter in the Pacific Northwest is a dream! But is the Farmers Almanac reliable? Recently, […] Weather Guest Author | August 15, 2023 0 Comments
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