COLORADO Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) announced today that its 22 member ski areas reported an increase in skier visits in January and February this year. Skier visits at CSCUSA ski areas were up 1 percent during the second period of the 2016-17 season, which runs from January 1, 2017 through February 28, 2017, compared … Continue reading
Category Archives: Skiing/Snowboarding
COVER: Skip lines, save cash, enjoy solitude by skiing uphill
FRONT RANGE The fun isn’t limited to going downhill at our regional ski resorts. The growing trend of uphill skiing is gaining a considerable foothold at Colorado ski areas and resorts. Those who take part enjoy the increased exercise and solitude along with the chance to skip lift lines, get a considerable price break on … Continue reading
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COVER: Ski areas gear up to get first-timers on the slopes
FRONT RANGE There is no better time to learn how to take advantage of Colorado ski area’s downhill delights then in January during Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month. All across the state, ski areas are gearing up to offer their best deals, promotions and programs for beginners. The goal is to make it … Continue reading
COVER: Nordic ski resorts, backcountry offer winter enjoyment
FRONT RANGE In Colorado, a pair of cross-country skis can transport just about anyone from their everyday life into a peaceful forest environment of snow-laden trees, white meadows and trails running along frozen creeks. A hidden world of winter beauty and sensational settings can be unveiled throughout the Peak to Peak Region and neighboring Clear … Continue reading
Fresh snow means fresh savings at Colorado’s ski resorts, areas
DENVER Coming off a mid-November storm that left up to a foot of snow at ski resorts and areas across Colorado with more on the way, mountain resorts throughout the state are celebrating by offering early-season promotions ranging from deals on lessons, lift tickets and equipment rentals to discounts on some of the state’s leading … Continue reading
Winter storm brings Colorado Ski Country over foot of snow
COLORADO As guests get ready to the head to the high country for the Thanksgiving Holiday and ski areas around the state prepare to open, Mother Nature blanketed resorts across Colorado with up to 13 inches of snow. Copper Mountain opened for the season today with an 18 inch base and 6 inches of fresh … Continue reading
Winter Park Park beings 2016-17 ski season, Nov. 23
WINTER PARK Due to an Indian Summer that has segued into a beautiful Indian Fall, Winter Park Resort will now open for the 2016-17 ski/snowboard season on Wednesday, Nov. 23. Whether it’s the first day of the season, the 80th day, or the last day, Winter Park Resort is committed to providing the best possible … Continue reading
Loveland Ski Area opens for 2016-17 season, Nov. 10
Loveland Ski Area will open for the 2016-2017 season on Thursday, Nov. 10. “The waiting game is finally over,” said Rob Goodell, director of business operations. “The persistent warm weather made things difficult this fall, but our snowmaking team has done an amazing job getting the mountain ready for opening day.” Lift 1 will run … Continue reading
COVER: Regional resorts build on last year’s record ski season
FRONT RANGE Colorado, North America’s number one skiing destination, unofficially began its 2016-17 ski season in early October when Loveland and Copper Mountain took advantage of cold nighttime temperatures, and began to cover their runs in man-made snow. Eldora, Arapahoe Basin and Winter Park began their own snowmaking operations soon after. Thanks to help from … Continue reading