14,179′ Mt. Shasta, CA Covered in Snow Today – September 2, 2023
14,179' Mt. Shasta & 12,335' Shastina, CA were smothered in snow today,…
The Science Behind Problematic Pink Snow
An annual summertime sight in alpine environments, pink snow, also known as…
Why Did California Break So Many Records This Winter Even Though It Was La Niña?
I am sure by now you are well aware of the record-breaking…
Why Didn’t a Ski Lift/Tram Ever Get Built on Mt. Rainier, WA?
Imagine taking a ski lift from Mt. Rainier's Paradise station at 5,400…
Winter Play Options at Mt. Mazama, AKA Crater Lake National Park, OR
When you think of winter recreation in the Oregon Cascades, your thoughts…
Which Cascade Peak in Oregon Hosts the Southernmost Active Glacier?
Before we jump into the main topic of discussion, let’s first understand…
The History of the Lost Ski Area on Lassen Peak, CA
Lassen Peak is the southernmost volcano in the Cascade Range. The area…
Seattle, WA: Most Snowfall in a Single Day in 52 Years
Seattle, WA got some serious urban snow last weekend. On Saturday, February…
