Ski areas across Colorado are spending millions on automated snowmaking systems to open earlier and guarantee a more reliable snow product.
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November 4, 2026
Students Die in Colorado Rappelling FallTwo Colorado Mountain College students died after a rock anchor gave way while rappelling on West Apostle Mountain.
October 30, 2026
Skier Survives Avalanche Accident on Mount BrossA backcountry skier narrowly escaped injury after triggering an avalanche on the 14,000-foot peak.
October 23, 2026
Colorado Ski Resorts Begin Early Snowmaking OperationsAs winter approaches, ski areas across the state are ramping up their snowmaking equipment to ensure early season coverage.
October 13, 2026
Colorado Ski Resorts Will Unveil Upgrades for 2026-27Resorts across Colorado are debuting new chairlifts and snowmaking systems for the upcoming 2026-27 ski season.
October 13, 2026
Colorado Supreme Court Dismissed Vail Resorts LawsuitThe court ruled that a liability waiver in a season pass agreement covers existing legal claims against the operator.
October 13, 2026
Colorado Ski Resorts Began Snowmaking OperationsVail Mountain and Beaver Creek have kicked off snowmaking efforts following recent snowfall across the region.
September 24, 2026
Colorado Ski Resorts Prepared for Snowmaking SeasonMountain operators have begun monitoring temperatures as they prepare for the upcoming winter season.
September 22, 2026
Colorado Supreme Court Ruled Against Injured SnowboarderThe court decided a new ski pass purchase effectively waived the plaintiff's right to pursue an existing lawsuit.
