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Snowpack and climate change in the Pacific Northwest: What some studies show
Meteorologist Michael Fagin shares research studies examining Pacific Northwest snowpack trends and climate-related observations.
Mar 2


❄️ Be Ready for Winter: Your Pre-Season Ski & Ride Checklist
Get ready for ski & snowboard season with the Powder Poobah’s ultimate pre-season checklist: gear, car kit, passes, planning & pro tips.
Oct 1, 2025


105 Years of Ski History: Klaus Obermeyer on The Powell Movement
In this two-part podcast episode, Klaus Obermeyer — ski innovator and legend — shares his incredible life story in a conversation with...
May 21, 2025


Why is snow so hard to predict? Blame the Butterfly 🦋
❄️ Why it matters for skiers and snowboarders Forecasts within 2–3 days are usually solid—high confidence. But once you’re looking 4 to 7...
Apr 15, 2025


Resources from the Grand Poobah of Powder
Resources for skiers and snowboarders. Weather, road safety, WSDOT app and more.
Feb 14, 2025


February Snowfall Trends at Snoqualmie Pass: 2014–2026
Updated: Jan 29, 2026. Explore snowfall patterns for January vs February at Snoqualmie Pass with this detailed chart covering 2014 to 2026. Use the source link to stay updated on snowfall reports straight from WSDOT. Become a subscriber. Here's a day from January 2022 at Summit Central. Two morning runs and the power went out for the entire Summit: neighborhoods, resorts, etc. The freeway was closed both ways for a while, no one was there, I had two awesome runs. Thanks for r
Jan 16, 2025


Top Washington Trails for Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, and Sledding near Seattle (with resources by Ron Lichty)
GUIDE: Where to go for Winter fun near Seattle. Cross country trails & Sno-Parks.
Jan 11, 2025


Resort elevations in the Cascades and more
49 Degrees North , WA Base: 3,923 ft Summit: 5,774 ft Webcam link Bachelor , OR Base: 5,700 ft Summit: 9,065 ft Webcam link Baker , WA Base: White Salmon: 3,500 ft. Base: Heather Meadows 4,300 ft. Summit: Top of Chair 8: 5,089 ft. Big White , B.C. Base: 5,757 Summit: 7,606 ft Webcam link Bluewood, WA Base: 4,545 ft. Summit: 5,670 ft. Webcam link Crystal Mountain , WA Base: 4,400 ft Summit: Gondola 6,872 ft Summit: Silver King 7,012 ft Webcam link Loup Loup , WA Base: 4,020 f
Jan 3, 2025


Recycle skis and snowboards into Ski Artistry
SURPLUS SKIS AND SOME SNOWBOARDS AVAILABLE FOR FREE. Brian Geppert has a surplus of skis and is willing to share with upcyclers and...
Mar 27, 2024


Goggles: How to choose the right lens color for low light, shade and sun?
All you need to know from our longtime sponsor Mike Lough, our XEVO Goggle Guy . The number one question I get asked is " How do I know...
Feb 23, 2024
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