Michael Fulton
Bridger Bowl's early season closure due to low snowfall impacted hundreds of workers. The resort's board approved extra payouts to compensate, a rare move in the ski industry.
Michael Fulton
Delta Airlines will extend its Austin to Bozeman route to year-round service from late 2026, providing direct access to Big Sky and Bridger Bowl during the ski season. The move is part of Delta's push to establish a stronger presence in the Texas market against competing airline hubs.
Michael Fulton
A heat wave hitting the western United States has forced dozens of ski resorts to close early or abandon their seasons entirely. With below-average snowpacks across the region, the warm spell has ended operations at over 40 resorts from Arizona to Montana.
Michael Fulton
Washington's ski resorts have just received a serious dump, with several areas recording over 50cm of fresh snow in a single 24-hour period. Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie, and White Pass are all showing big numbers, and the broader Pacific Northwest — including Oregon and Montana — has copped a solid hit too. Here's what the data is showing right now.
Michael Fulton
Boyne Resorts has announced various projects across its North American ski areas for 2025-26, but are they truly enhancing the guest experience or just keeping up with industry trends?
Michael Fulton
Big Sky Resort announces Kircliff, a glass observatory atop Lone Peak. While impressive, this latest development prompts scrutiny of the resort's priorities and environmental impact.
Michael Fulton
Boyne Resorts introduces two new season pass options for the 2025-26 winter season, offering unlimited access across all their North American ski resorts.
Michael Fulton
Big Sky Resort's sale of 125 Explorer 2 chairs raises $162,600 for three local nonprofits, showcasing community support and marking the end of the historic lift's 51-year service.
Michael Fulton
Whitefish Mountain Resort in Montana reports a successful 2024/2025 season with 497,000 skier visits, approaching their all-time record. The resort credits early snowfall and consistent storms for the strong performance.
Michael Fulton
Montana's Bridger Bowl, America's second-largest non-profit ski area, has unveiled extensive development plans including three new chairlifts, expanded beginner terrain, and enhanced facilities. The proposed 2025 master plan aims to improve accessibility and variety for the growing Bozeman community.
Michael Fulton
Big Sky Resort strengthens its position as North America's most advanced lift network with the opening of the Madison 8, the world's longest eight-pack bubble chairlift. This latest addition, replacing the Six Shooter lift, doubles uphill capacity while reducing ride times by 30%.
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