January 20 - 25, 2026
We invite you to the 36th annual Steamboat Weather Summit, the longest-running mountain meteorological symposium in the ski industry. This unique conference brings together weather specialists and meteorologists from around the country to spend a week in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, to discuss the latest industry issues and trends while broadcasting live and creating stories for their viewing audiences back home.
Each year, a select group of meteorologists from the top television markets in the country are invited to join us in Steamboat to learn more about the meteorology field and trending issues that interest their broadcast audiences. Designed as a hands-on and interactive exchange of information, ideas and experiences for broadcast meteorologists, the Steamboat Weather Summit has gained a national reputation for excellence over the years. Conference sessions are held each day with additional time allowed for feature production, live shots and, of course, powder research. The Steamboat Weather Summit is eligible for AMS points.
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Each year, a select group of meteorologists from the top television markets in the country are invited to join us in Steamboat to learn more about the meteorology field and trending issues that interest their broadcast audiences. Designed as a hands-on and interactive exchange of information, ideas and experiences for broadcast meteorologists, the Steamboat Weather Summit has gained a national reputation for excellence over the years. Conference sessions are held each day with additional time allowed for feature production, live shots and, of course, powder research. The Steamboat Weather Summit is eligible for AMS points.
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2026 Weather Summit
Full agenda, list of speakers and topics coming soon.
Live Remotes & Packages
During Steamboat Weather Summit, reach your viewers at home while in one of the most unique weather locations in the Rocky Mountains.
Live Remotes
Steamboat provides all the necessities, including story ideas, cameramen and production assistance as well as on-site Live U capabilities to conduct live weathercasts and feed tapes and produced packages back to your station. Live shots are booked on a first-come, first-served basis. Live shots are available anytime of the day. To book a slot, email Loryn Duke at lduke@steamboat.com with the following information: date, 15-minute window, time zone, station, IFB phone number, control room phone number and control room contact/producer name.
Story Ideas
- Expert Interviews based on session speakers/topics
- Bridgestone Winter Driving School
- Storm Peak Weather Lab
- Ski patrol and mountain safety
- Winter activities: dog sledding, ice climbing, ski jumping
- Any ideas you have, we can make happen
2026 Registration
A limited number of invitations are sent each year, creating a more intimate conference experience. Participation in the Steamboat Weather Summit is based on live shots and package production. Conference fees are discounted for live shots/produced packages created during the summit. Partial and full scholarships are available for first-time participants.
Feel free to contact Maren Franciosi or Loryn Duke for more information about scholarships and registration fees. Registration includes lodging, all conference sessions, activities and most meals. Air transportation is included for meteorologists outside Colorado.
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Feel free to contact Maren Franciosi or Loryn Duke for more information about scholarships and registration fees. Registration includes lodging, all conference sessions, activities and most meals. Air transportation is included for meteorologists outside Colorado.
If you are interested in an extended stay, availability is extremely limited. Please reach out for more information. Extended stay and guest fees apply.
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