Multiple Storms in the West Over The Next Week, FEET of Snow Expected Forecast By SnowBrains Meteorologist – Eric McNamee 4:20 PM MST Forecast Summary: Over the next week, additional FEET of snow is expected across the western US as an active weather pattern continues. The highest amounts will be found in the Pacific NW and Northern Rockies. Snowfall will come in waves as shortwave troughs make their way through the west. Active […] Weather Eric McNamee | November 10, 2020 0 Comments
Winter Before Halloween in Montana Above 5500-6000 Feet! | Layered snowpack, Windslabs, & 1 Reported Avalanche Conditions report from Oct. 21, 2020 It’s already winter in the high elevation areas of Montana — beware! “Winter before Halloween? Yes, above 5500-6000 feet. Layered snowpack, thin windslabs, at least 1 reported slide. More snow and wind coming. Carry beacons, shovels, and probes if you’re riding or climbing above snowline. Check for conditions updates at flatheadavalanche.org” — Friends of […] Conditions Report SnowBrains | October 22, 2020 0 Comments
NOAA: Upto 2-Feet of Snow and Record-Breaking Low Temperatures For Montana Wednesday Through Sunday The NOAA has issued a winter weather advisory for most of Montana and the northern tip of Wyoming. Bridger Bowl Ski Area could see up to 2-FEET of fresh snow, and Big Sky Resort 12-16″. …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MDT THURSDAY… * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. and 6 to 12 inches […] Weather WeatherBrains | October 21, 2020 0 Comments
NOAA Winter Weather Advisory for Montana | Ski Resorts Could See 5-12″ Fresh Snow A winter weather advisory has been issued for most of western Montana as the next significant system to affect the Northern Rockies will arrive on Saturday. Northwestern Montana will be most affected by the Canadian cold front and decent snowfall totals could see eager powderhounds making turns on the slopes of Montana as early as Sunday. * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow […] Weather WeatherBrains | October 16, 2020 0 Comments
Big Sky Resort, MT Will Be Implementing a Reservations System For Ikon Pass Holders Big Sky Resort, MT just announced in an email to their pass holders how they plan to operate safely next season in the midst of a global pandemic. As you would expect, mandatory face-coverings and social distancing measures feature heavily. New technology will be implemented to ensure as little contact as possible between people, such as QR for purchasing lift tickets […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 16, 2020 1 Comment
Photo Tour: Rocky Mountain Ski Resorts Get Their First Taste of Winter The first round of snow to hit the Rocky Mountains this week left ski resorts shrouded in a blanket of white. Related: NOAA: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Colorado | Monarch Mountain, CO Could See 16-24″ Fresh Snow Doesn’t quite look like there’s enough to ski just yet, but there is more snow is in the forecast. Let it snow… Industry News SnowBrains | September 9, 2020 0 Comments
Photo Tour: Intermountain West Receives First Significant Snowfall of Season The Western US got its first measurable snowstorm of the year over the weekend. Don’t get your touring skis out quite yet, but skiers everywhere should start getting excited for the start of winter! Related: Colorado Reports First Snow of the Season | More Snow Expected Tonight Clay Malott | September 1, 2020 0 Comments
Big Sky Resort, MT Offers Insight into Next Season | Opening Day Will be Thanksgiving Day Big Sky Resort, MT’s General Manager, and COO & President have addressed the local community in an open letter regarding their expectations for the upcoming 20/21 winter season. Related: CEO of Aspen Skiing Co. Offers Look at Next Season | Expect ‘Annoying’ Procedural Changes The pair reveal that the resort has been ‘working hard at building the framework for a […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 10, 2020 0 Comments