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New Years Plans?

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Do you still have some energy left for New Years after the crazy holidays? If so . .we have you covered with some great ideas to bring in the New Year.

  • On Saturday, December 30, The Frisco funk and blues band The BIG ONION will be playing at A-Basin’s Sixth Alley Bar starting at 2:30 p.m. Enjoy local entertainment after a good day on the slopes.
  • Copper Mountain fireworks and torch light parade down the mountain
  • Breckenridge fireworks at 9pm
  • Eminence Ensemble plays a show at the new Ten Mile Music Theater
  • Breck’s Riverwalk New Years Eve Concert
  • Gold Pan Saloon in Breckenridge is having a New Years Eve Party.  Check out some of the other local bars for deals and specials all night.

Make sure to get out and enjoy the New Year in the mountains.  Don’t forget to use UBER or LYFT during this time of year. OR take advantage of the free bus.  Be safe and be smart!!

Best Family Activity

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Best Family Activity:

  • I unfortunately didn’t make it out to Colorado until I was 23.  But with that being said if I was able to come out as a kid I would’ve certainly had my family chose the Frisco Adventure Park.  The adventure park is truly one of the best family activities.  It is open all year long and offers plenty of family fun.  The adventure park offers Disc Golf: a bike park, lake Dillon, a trail system, a brand new skate park, snow tubing, a seasonal snowboard/ski park, and a few ball fields.
  • In the middle is an information center with a helpful staff to direct you in the right direction for some family fun.  The adventure park is located right in Frisco, which is also right next to the Marina and close to all the businesses on the Main Street.
  • The Adventure park is a great way to enjoy winter without having to go the resorts.  It’s also a much better price option.

    Tubing!!

  • Winter Season:  Currently the Adventure park is covered in snow!  This means the park is now open to tubing, sleigh rides, cross country skiing, and much more!  Make your plans now and as always LET US KNOW IF YOU NEED A RIDE UP TO THE MOUNTAINS!!  970-668-6000.  You are just a call away from the trip of a lifetime.

sleigh rides!!

Breckenridge and Keystone Open Early

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If you haven’t seen the news on social media or heard the word on the streets, I’ve got you covered.  Keystone and Breckenridge both opened early this season.  That is big news for Summit County.  This has been the first time in a LONG time that any of the Vail Resorts actually opened earlier then the expected date.  11/7/18 was the lucky date and boy was it a treat for all the people living up here!  I think it was the first opening day where I actually made it in time for spot in the main lot at keystone. . .even though I arrived after 10 am.  But it gets even better.  Free coffee and homemade granola bars awaited me as I waltzed onto the gondola without a care in the world.  Opening day?! That is seriously unheard of!!  I certainly enjoyed the change of pace 🙂

Thinking about what i’m going to blog about while enjoying Keystone’s opening day:)

The good news with the early opening is both mountains opened with more terrain then usual so even the busy weekends are filled with great skiing and manageable lift lines.  What does that mean for the winter?  Well, for one we are off to a great start compared to last year.  That makes for great conditions (November-April) for all of our guests coming for the early and late seasons.  If you were waiting to see how the winter was looking before booking your trip. . I think it’s safe to say its going to be a good one! BOOK IT

Make sure to check out all of Sky Runs accommodations if you need a place to stay while you are here.  They have amazing properties and just so happen to be one of our partners!

Scared of driving in the snow but still want to make it to the mountains for a get away?  Leave the driving to us.  Give us a call at 970-668-6000 and we’d be more than happy to help plan your trip. . and don’t be shy! Ask questions about the area.  We have a very knowledgeable staff with tons of local info and would love to point you in the right direction.

If you missed out on Breckenridge’s or Keystone’s opening day have no fear.  Beaver Creek, Vail, and Copper are all still set to open soon.  Go out and get yourself some early season turns and join us for some fun in the mountains.  ENJOY

Best date night restaurant in Summit

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Best Date Night:

  • I wish I had more experience to help everyone out with this one but the couple’s of Summit County might tell you it’s the Hearthstone.  Why?  Well, even in the slowest of seasons the Hearthstone always has a wait.  But read any of the online reviews, the wait is well worth it.
  • Beyond just the sheer beauty of the actual building going inside only gets better!  This is an extremely classy establishment with a very skilled staff.  So take your special someone out for a night of food and fun to remember.
  • Eclectic mix of all types of food.  A great menu for all.

Local Tip: After the food is done take a short walk down to Main Street and enjoy the rest of the night enjoying beautiful views and great drinks.

The Hearthstone in Winter

 

The hearthstone also was chosen by the locals of Summit as the top 3 places for a date night as well.  My personal opinion was not too far off 🙂  Check out Summit’s Best of 2018 for ALL the locals favorite spots.

Keep the hearthstone in the back of your mind if you have winter plans this year and are in Breckenridge with a loved one.

The Best Skiing and Snowboarding in Summit County

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Hey guys.  Today I will be trying to give you an idea on the… Best Skiing in Summit

Locals Tips:

For me this is an easy pick.  Most of you would picture the iconic Breckenridge Resort as one of the best but these days the fact that most people would guess that is the exact reason why it’s not #1.  The best skiing is Copper Mountain.  The in bounds terrain is unbeatable at around 2,456 sq foot, which offers long groomers, endless tree runs, and one of the best parks in the country.

Pro tip: Copper is usually WAY less crowded then the popular resorts offered on Vail’s Epic Passes.

This year they also introduce two new lifts, one using the bubble chairs (allowing you to stay even warmer) and the other lift featuring both gondolas and open chairs.  One of the best parts of copper is the ease of access throughout the whole mountain. The other stand out for me is the simple fact that you can tell the employees like working there.  It really creates a great atmosphere.

Great night life for anyone who is staying within the resort… no driving needed either!

The town at the bottom is also perfectly placed for all your drink and food needs 🙂

Copper was also just added to the new Ikon Pass, offering a huge selection of mountains.  If you like to travel this pass is just the pass for you!

snowboarderCopper is also home to Woodward.  After a day on the slopes hit the Woodward barn for some indoor skateboarding or try out some new tricks in the foam pit!

They are a partner with Summit Express so save some money getting to and from the mountain.  Give us (970-668-6000) or Copper a call. Either can help you arrange your transportation.

Copper also offers outdoor snowboarding through the summer.  Whether it’s through the camp sessions or through the public park you can always get your snow fix at Copper.

Plenty of rentals for all abilities!

Locals Tip: Mario’s World. . .you won’t find it on your trail map but ask a local and try and ride this section of the mountain off the American Flyer lift.  Oh and check out Eagle BBQ too. . .very cool up and coming restaurant at the bottom of the mountain.  

Winter Is Here

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It may only be early October but WINTER IS HERE again in Summit County!  Start booking your flights and getting your winter gear organized.  The snow is here on the peaks and in higher elevations and it is here to stay.  I got my first few turns in for the season a few days ago and it was glorious. . . to say the least.

SNOW!!!! 10-9-2018

With -A Basin opening next weekend and snow already on the ground it is safe to say that winter is here to stay.  After last years dismal winter and a very dry summer we are all ready for a good snow year.  I’m sure all our future visitors are also ready for a good snow year.

SO take advantage of our Pre Season Sale and get some turns in before the masses start flocking toward the mountains.  Our drivers are extremely friendly and can usually point you towards the right direction for some local fun.  Don’t be afraid to get the inside scoop from us!

Local Tip: Use a shuttle service to get here.  Renting a car in the mountains is not the glorified option that it may be at your typical beach get away.  Driving from Denver to Summit is not an easy task in the winter and it only gets tougher once you are here.  Plus, once you get up to Summit County there is free transportation ALL over the county.  Check the Summit Stage out for all the details and routes. 

Here is a list of our nearby resorts and tentative opening dates:

  • A Basin- 10/20*
  • Breckenridge- 11/10
  • Copper- 11/16
  • Keystone- 11/10
  • Loveland- 10/20*
  • Vail- 11/16

*opening this week

Local Tip: The snow is out there.  If you can’t wait for the lifts then head up to Loveland Pass and enjoy some free riding at no cost.  Just park at the top lot and walk toward either side of the road.  Both sides offer riding down to Highway 6.  Pick a line that gets you to the road.  From here it’s easy.  Stick your thumb out and get a free ride back up to the top.  This is a known back country area so people passing by are more inclined to stop for good karma.  WHAT YOU’LL NEED – Bring a rock board or skis (gear you don’t like) for the pre season riding and avalanche gear for your mid season riding.  Avi gear is strongly recommended any time though!

Kovu and I enjoying the fresh snow

Enjoy the fresh snow everyone! If you see us out there be sure to say hello 🙂  PS 9 more inches in the forecast tonight

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