For Immediate Release
Media Contact:Molly Cuffe, 303.915.0277, molly@coloradoski.com
Nick Bohnenkamp, 303.866.9724, nick@coloradoski.com
Colorado Ski Country USA Spring Events 2007
(DENVER, Colo. - March 13, 2007) - Great temperatures combined
with great events lead to great experiences. And there is no better
time to experience what Colorado's 26 ski resorts have to offer
than now. The gorgeous temperatures that are making their way
around Colorado this week are the perfect precursor to the beer
festivals, St. Patrick's Day celebrations, free concerts, ski and
snowboard competitions and clinics that are on tap for March,
April, and May. Here's a listing of what's going on in Ski Country
this spring.
March 16, 2007 - Steamboat
Sister Hazel Concert
Friday night's show at 8:00pm at the top of the gondola will be an
all request show! Pick and choose songs from all previous Sister
Hazel albums to build the "Perfect Hazel Set List" for the Friday
night show! An online poll will be available at www.sisterhazel.com
for ticket holders to vote on their favorite songs. The band will
play whichever songs get the most votes. In addition, the first 100
ticket holders will be invited to a private autograph session!
Tickets are $18 and are available online at
www.steamboat.com/concerts or by calling Steamboat Central
Reservations® 800-922-2722.
March 17, 2007 - Aspen/Snowmass
Irish at Altitude
Snowmass Village is the place to head if you're in the mood to
get "Irish at Altitude" this St. Paddy's Day. For the fourth year,
Snowmass plans to host one of the biggest St. Paddy's Day parties
in the mountains with free live music and shamrock-hued festivities
all day long Saturday, March 17. For the full Snowmass St. Paddy's
Day schedule, please visit www.snowmasspress.com/stpat or call
1-800-SNOWMASS. For media information and photos, call Allison
Johnson at (970) 309-5485.
March 17, 2007 - Copper Mountain
Saint Patrick's Day Celebration
Don't forget to wear green and head over to Copper's St. Patrick's
Day Street Party Celebration! There will be a huge street party
with live music at the West Lake overlook, authentic Irish fair,
spirits and plenty of green beer!
March 17, 2007 - Eldora
Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge
Free to the public, the Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge is a dual
GS style ski race open to all ages and abilities. Registration
starts at 8am on the deck of the day lodge. The race takes place
between 10:00am and 1:00pm with awards being presented at 3:00pm.
Check out the sponsor expo area with samples, games, demos and lots
of giveaways and enjoy music all day long.
March 17, 2007 - Keystone
Party with Paddy in River Run
Join us for a wee bit o' fun in River Run. Ever tried the "jig" or
step-dancing in ski boots? River Run's "Party with Paddy" features
live entertainment, Irish fare and lip-smacking brews. Irish or
not, kick off the long-celebrated Saint Patrick's Day at Keystone
with food and beverage specials at many of River Run's restaurants
and bars. The event takes place at the Events Plaza in River Run
from 1:00-5:00pm.
March 17, 2007 - Powderhorn
St. Patrick's Day Rail Jam
For $5 guests can register for Powderhorn's St. Patrick's Day Rail
Jam. Prize packs given for best style, most creative trick, and
best use of green. Registration starts at 1:00pm and the jam begins
at 2:00pm.
March 17, 2007 - Steamboat
6th Annual Mavericks Superpipe Challenge
Skiers and riders will compete in the SOBE Terrain Park for
title, cash and prizes during the 6th Annual Mavericks Superpipe
Challenge on St. Patrick's Day in Steamboat. The event features
competitions for both men and women skiers and snowboarders.
March 17, 2007 - Steamboat
Bud Light Rocks The Boat Free Concert
Sister Hazel will perform in Gondola Square on Saturday March
17th as part of the Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert Series.
The concert starts at 3 pm and admission is free! Presented by the
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation, sponsored by Bud Light,
Smartwool and KFMU.
March 17, 2007 - Steamboat
St. Patrick's Day Torchlight Parade And Fireworks
Don't miss the trail of torches light up the mountain as the
Steamboat Ski and Snowboard School Parade down the mountain. The
view is great from both the base of the mountain, or even from
downtown, but the best viewing is from Gondola Square at the base
of the ski area starting at 8:00pm.
March 21, 2007 - Steamboat
Dave Genchi Benefit Concert
Big Head Todd and the Monsters will play a benefit concert for
Dave Genchi at 7:30pm on March 21st at the Steamboat Grand Resort
Hotel. This special show will be comprised of a unique set of songs
not featured when the band plays the next day in Gondola Square.
Tickets for the Big Head Todd benefit concert are on sale for $30
and may be purchased at the following locations: All That Jazz,
Christy Sports-Central Park Plaza, the Gondola Square Sport Stalker
and at the door. Tickets may also be purchased through Steamboat
Central Reservations at 800-922-2722 or online at
www.steamboat.com/concerts. This special concert by Big Head Todd
& the Monsters will go a long way in raising money to help
defray Dave's recovery and health costs.
March 22, 2007 - Steamboat
Bud Light Rocks The Boat Free Concert
Big Head Todd & The Monsters will perform in Gondola
Square on Thursday, March 22 as part of the Bud Light Rocks the
Boat Free Concert Series. The concert starts at 6:00pm and
admission is Free! Presented by the Steamboat Ski & Resort
Corporation, sponsored by Bud Light, Smartwool and KFMU.
March 22-25, 2007 - Steamboat
NASTAR National Championship
The Nature Valley NASTAR National Championships, the world's
largest ski and snowboard competition, is the ultimate reward for
anyone who races NASTAR. For the second year, the event will bring
together over 1300 NASTAR racers of all age and abilities from
across the country. In addition to exciting competition, racers
will have the chance to hang with a few of ski racing's all-time
greats including Steamboat Director of Skiing, Olympic medalist and
World Champion Billy Kidd.
March 22-24, 2007 - Crested Butte
11th Annual U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Telemark
Championships
Over 100 free-heelers take to the slopes to compete in this
Telemark freeskiing event complete with a welcome reception and
awards party. The two-day big mountain event attracts the biggest
names in the telemark industry and is unique to Crested Butte. Free
telemark demos and specialty clinics also take place during this
telemark celebration culminating with the legendary Al Johnson
Race.
March 22-25, 2007 - Snowmass
The 7th annual Bud Light Spring Jam
The 7th annual Bud Light Spring Jam kicks off on Thursday March
22nd in Snowmass with the 5th free Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert of the
season featuring JJ Grey & MOFRO. Also on Thursday is Boot Camp
which offers free terrain park training on beginner rails in a
special area created on Snowmass. On Friday the Bud Light Big Air
Friday competition in Snowmass continues followed by the much
anticipated CORE Party in downtown Aspen featuring Ozomatli.
Saturday's action is going to be on fire with the Red Bull SCS
Sledstyle demo on Snowmass with the best freestyle snowmobile
athletes jumping and flipping. Saturday night, downtown Aspen is
the place to be for the KickAspen Big Air at the base of Aspen
Mountain. The action wraps up on Sunday in Snowmass with the first
ever Snowmass Rail Revolution with the best athletes around jibbing
for cash and prizes. To wrap the weekend will be the 6th free Bud
Light Hi-Fi on Sunday in the Snowmass Village Mall. All events and
activities are free and open to the public.
March 22-25, 2007 - Vail
American Ski Classic
Skiing legends, entertainment celebrities and corporate America
join together on the slopes of Vail Mountain during the Countrywide
American Ski Classic. This event combines the thrill of both
professional and amateur ski racing with an array of entertainment
options for fans of all ages. The American Ski Classic is the
oldest and largest skiing competition and festival of its kind in
North America. The event culminates with a charitable gala dinner
and auction.
March 23-25, 2007 - Crested Butte
Babes in the Butte Women's Free Heel Weekend by Babes in the
Backcountry
Babes in the Backcountry is dedicated to educating women in
outdoor skills to enable them to become more knowledgeable, self
reliant and confident in the backcountry. The weekend will include
a skills clinic, evening yoga, après ski parties, demo skis, Al
Johnson registration, and a lift ticket.
March 23-25, 2007 - Steamboat
US Jumping and Nordic Combined Championships
Steamboat will host the Jumping/Nordic Combined Championships
for the fifth time at historic Howelsen Hill, the birthplace of
Nordic Jumping in Colorado. See America's brightest Special Jumping
and Nordic Combined athletes compete for the overall title of best
in the United States.
March 24-25, 2007 - Echo Mountain Park
Spring Sessions - Ladies Weekend
Ladies ski and ride for only $20, get free massages all day, and
can enter a ladies-only competition for all ability
levels.
March 24-27, 2007 - Echo Mountain Park
Pro-Series Camp II
Come to Echo and join the Pro-Series Camp II, an all-ability ski
and snowboard camp with pro instruction.
March 24-25, 2007 - Eldora
Subaru Master the Mountain
This learn to ski and snowboard event allows skiers and
snowboarders to learn more about their sports compliments of
Subaru. The event includes a free one-hour lesson, expert
instruction by Eldora Ski School, behind the scenes mountain tours,
safety tips, and life-saving rescue demos by Eldora
patrollers.
March 24, 2007 - Loveland
Love Park Vert Alert
Skiers and riders prove their skills at the 4th annual Vert
Alert. Open to the first 80 skiers or riders of any age or
ability. Enjoy Wahoo's Fish Tacos and Mountain Dew for lunch, with
prizes for top finishers and raffle for everyone else.
March 24, 2007 - SolVista
Free Night Skiing / Live Music Night
Enjoy free night skiing from 5:00-8:00pm on East Mountain. Visit
the tavern for live music or warm up outside by the new fire
ring.
March 24-25, 2007 - Sunlight
Spring Thing Festival
Sunlight celebrates the coming of spring with the annual Spring
Thing Festival. Boat drinks and flowered shirts will capture the
tropical theme of the weekend. The event will provide a
festival-like atmosphere with a tropical costume contest, mountain
bike race on the snow, big air competition, snow golf tournament,
radar-judged race and free outdoor concert.
March 24-25, 2007 - Powderhorn
March Mad Cap- Throwback Day with Old School Big Air
This weekend neon is cool again! There will be an Old School Big
Air Contest for skiers and snowboarders in the Mountain Dew
Junction Park.
March 25, 2007 - Wolf Creek
College Day
With a current college photo ID, college students receive a $25
lift ticket.
March 25-26, 2007 - Copper Mountain
Special Olympics Colorado Winter Games
Copper Mountain will host athletes from around the state during in
the 29th annual Special Olympics Colorado Winter Games. This
season's Winter Games mark the 19th consecutive year Copper has
hosted the event which includes alpine skiing, alpine snowboarding,
cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
March 26-28, 2007 - Telluride
Jonny Moseley Mountain Experience
Jonny Moseley, King of the Bumps and Telluride Ski Resorts new
Ambassador of Skiing joins forces with the Telluride Ski &
Snowboard School for three days of heart-pumping on-snow training
for intermediate through advanced ski and snowboard enthusiasts.
Jonny and the Telluride team will coach participants in big
mountain riding, park skiing, and how to ski the bumps like Jonny.
Three days of training, video analysis, lift tickets, lunch, snacks
and an evening party are all included in the three day
camp.
March 28, 2007 - Wolf Creek
Local Appreciation Day
Everyone is a local at Wolf Creek on March 28th. Guests can ski or
ride for only $25. No ID required!
March 29- April 1, 2007 - Vail
Vail Film Festival
Presented by the Vail Film Institute, a non-profit arts
organization dedicated to fostering independent cinema, the Film
Festival strives to encourage artistic innovation and promote new
and creative filmmaking. World premieres, independents,
celebrities, forums and parties make this a must-be-at event for
anyone interested in film.
March 30-31, 2007 - Crested Butte
10th Annual Elk Mountain Grand Traverse
The Grand Traverse is an extreme endurance race that links Crested
Butte to Aspen. At the stroke of midnight, cross-country skiers
start out over a 40-mile course that takes them from the base of
Mt. Crested Butte through remote wilderness terrain, across two
mountain passes and finishes at Aspen Mountain. Skiers must start,
compete and finish in teams of two. Call 970-349-7133 for more
info.
March 31-April 15, 2007 - Copper Mountain
Copper Sunsation 2007
Copper will be sizzling when the 7th annual Sunsation
end-of-season celebration comes to town March 31-April 15. The John
Popper Project and Hometown Heroes Contest are the newest additions
to the Sunsation lineup and join an overflowing schedule which
already includes Michael Franti & Spearhead, De La Soul, North
Mississippi Allstars, Galactic, Dark Star Orchestra, Strive Roots,
Particle, the Helly Hansen Battle of Battles, Planet Earth's Shop
Wars, Colorado's Largest Easter Egg Hunt - featuring more than
50,000 eggs, the Volcom Peanut Butter & Rail Jam and more.
www.coppersunsation.com provides the most up-to-date information
including a calendar of events, band and event profiles, press
coverage and the latest lodging offers.
March 31-April 1, 2007 - Crested Butte
4th Annual SlushHuck
The final competition of the Profurious Pipe & Park Series
will be held in both PipeDream and the Canaan Terrain Park. This
super-pipe and slopestyle event features a pond skimming
competition at the base area following the pipe competition in true
SlushHuck style! For more information call 970-349-2221.
March 31, 2007 - Keystone
River Run Blues and BBQ Festival
Jazz up your weekend with a spicy afternoon of authentic barbecue
and silvery blues music. River Run's Blues and Barbecue Festival is
loaded with spring pleasures and soul-soothing indulgences. The
savory Saturday features premier chefs and restaurants grilling up
a storm. Après spring-skiing style with dynamic live music and lip
smacking brews. The event takes place from 1:00-5:00pm.
March 31- April 1, 2007 - Ski Cooper
Family Appreciation Days at Ski Cooper
Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge Regional Finals
How Fast Can You Go? It's simple. The racer who clocks the best time in each event category wins Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals. Winners from individual events are invited to return and compete in the Series Regional Finals at Steamboat on March 31. The Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge is a fun and exciting series of over 50 Ski and Snowboard Races held at the top resorts in the U.S. The races are free for all skiers and boarders holding a valid lift ticket. Participants and resort guests are entertained throughout the day with exciting interactive games, DJ's, music, thousands in raffle prizes and plenty of free Mountain Dew.
March 31, April 7, April 14-15, 2007 - Winter Park
Spring Blast
Celebrate the coming of spring with the Winter Park Spring Blast. Every weekend is a different theme starting March 31 with a huge Party at the Park, April 7 for Family Weekend, and April 14 with a Throwback to the 80's. Events include drink specials and live music at the Derailer Bar, end of season blowout sales in base area shops, free bump tips from the Winter Park Ski and Snowboard school, and the season finale Spring Splash. For more information call the Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.
April 1, 2007 - Loveland
New Belgium Brewery 2nd Annual Scavenger Hunt
Due to the success of last year's event how could they not do another one? Friends, fun, skiing and beer!
April 2-15, 2007 - Vail
Spring Back to Vail
Vail's huge end of the season bash includes free concerts with national headlining bands, unique competitions and the World Pond Skimming Championships. Top off the festivities with incredible lift ticket deals and great lodging packages, and you'll see why Vail is the place to be this spring.
April 7, 2007 - Breckenridge
Breck Beer Festival
Join 11 beer brewers and the Young Dubliners for an afternoon at the Breck Beer Festival, sponsored by NRC Broadcasting. Held from 1 - 5 p.m. at Breckenridge's Main Street Station, the Breck Beer Festival features 11 microbrewers with local bands entertaining beer drinkers from 1 - 2. The Young Dubliners will take the stage at 2:30. Cost for admission to Breck Beer Festival is $25 and includes a beer cup, beer tasting and all the concerts. The Breck Beer Fest benefits the Breckenridge Film Fest. For more information, please go to www.breckenridge.com
April 7-8, 2007 - Echo Mountain Park
Intergalactic Pond Skim Competition
Sponsored by Wahoo's Fish Tacos, the Intergalactic Pond Skim Competition is a beach-week themed event. Ride the Wahoo's Fish Pond and enjoy free food from Wahoo's!
April 7, 2007 - Monarch Mountain
Boatercross Returns - Second annual Kayaks on Snow at Monarch Mountain
Kayaks return to the slopes of Monarch Mountain April 7, 2007. Boatercross sends multiple kayaks down a specially constructed Boatercross course with banked corners, berms, rollers and small jumps on Freeway run. The event can be viewed from the base lodge deck and is free to the public. Kayakers from the Colorado, New Mexico region will be competing for prizes and bragging rights. Participant registration for the event is $20 and includes an event T-shirt. Registration opens at 9:00am, practice starts at 10:00am and single elimination runs begin at 11:00am. For further information go to www.skimonarch.com or call 888.996.7669.
April 7, 2007 - Steamboat
27th Annual Cardboard Classic
The Cardboard Classic, Steamboat's traditional rite of spring, features homemade crafts constructed only from cardboard, glue, string, water based paint, duct tape and masking tape racing down the face of Headwall to a hysterical finish. The uniqueness and creativity of the race make it an event looked forward to every year. Register Saturday morning at 9 am in the Info Center in Gondola Square.
April 8, 2007 - Breckenridge
Fiesta Latina
Celebrate Easter with a Latin flair at Fiesta Latina. Enjoy Latin dance performances and ski boot salsa lessons to the sounds of DJ Patricio on the deck of the Bergenhof Restaurant. Bilingual ski & ride lesson products and ethnic foods will also be available. Grab your family and your dancing shoes and head over to Peak 8 for an Easter celebration you won't forget! Music and Dancing will be held from 12 - 3 p.m. For more information call (970) 453-5000.
April 8, 2007 - Copper Mountain
Colorado's Largest Easter Egg Hunt
50,000 eggs will fill the Village and Mountain this Easter Sunday at Copper!
Find the lucky "Copper Eggs" that entitle you to $500 cash, ski and snowboard gear, '07-'08 season passes. Hundreds of eggs are also stuffed with gift certificates, lift tickets, concert tickets, swag grab bags, candy, & more! Every Egg Has A Prize.
April 8, 2007 - Winter Park
Wells Fargo Golden Bunny Classic Fun Race and Candy Hunt
Winter Park Willie and the Easter Bunny deliver holiday fun with an on-mountain candy hunt in Discovery Park as well as a base area egg hunt for tiny tots and non-skiing kids. The "Bunny Race" has been an Easter tradition for more than 30 years for children ages 10 and under. For more details, call the Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.
April 12-15, 2007 - Keystone
Snowboarder Magazine's SuperPark 11
Come see Snowboarder Magazine's legendary celebration of progressive freestyle riding. From April 12-15, Keystone hosts the world's best park builders as they create innovative features for the most transcendent riders around. Riders including Chaz Guldemond, Peter Line,Shaun White and Travis Rice will charge for four days straight on features created by cutters from Keystone, Bear and Boreal. The event takes place at Keystone Resort's A51 Terrain Park.
April 13-14, 2007 - Breckenridge
Suncare Summit
Breckenridge Ski Resort teamed up with Rocky Mountain Sunscreen and Sacred Tree, a local wellness center, to educate and build awareness about skin cancer and the importance of sun protection, especially for outdoor enthusiasts (of all ages) in high alpine environments. Day 1: Join Rocky Mountain Sunscreen founder David Erickson to learn about skin cancer prevention and pick up samples and literature from the American Cancer Society. Day 2: Join licensed esthetician Christina Komeshain and stop by for brochures, tip sheets, skincare advice and samples from additional participating companies. For more information call (970) 496-7529.
April 15, 2007 - Winter Park
Coca-Cola Spring Splash
Winter Park Resort's Spring Splash is the oldest tradition of its kind and on its 39th year. The athletics begin at 11a.m. as spectators watch skiers and snowboarders struggle through numerous obstacles on the race course on Larry Sale trail. Skimming across a pond of icy water is required to reach the finish line and post a time. Live music enhances the festive atmosphere. All this action marks closing day at Winter Park Resort. For more details, call the Guest Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.
April 28-29, 2007 - Echo Mountain Park
Last Park Standing
The season-ending celebration, with live music, tons of activities and great food. Fun for everyone.
April 28, 2007 - Arapahoe Basin
The 5th Annual Marmot Grind
The Marmot Grind is the championship race of the five race COSMIC (Colorado Ski Mountaineering Cup) series. The series is designed to introduce new participants to backcountry skiing as well as challenge the veteran skier. Races are modeled after European randonee events with competitors beginning on foot and running to clip into their skis. Athletes skin uphill on a challenging course and race down to the finish. Race category vertical is approximately 4,500 ft, recreational 2,000ft. Categories include: race, recreational, telemark, and snowboard divisions. Race Division entry fee is $30 and the Recreational Division is $20. Go to www.arapahoebasin.com for more information.
April 28, 2007 - Loveland
6th Annual Corn Harvest Benefit Ski Party
Help raise funds to support the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. Meet and ski with some of the folks from CAIC, and show support by letting them know the Colorado backcountry community appreciates their efforts. But it's more than a benefit; it's a good time with old friends and new at Loveland Ski Area. Hawaiian shirts are encouraged! Registration includes lunch plus a couple of beers at the deck party at the end of the day.
May 5, 2007 - Arapahoe Basin
4th Annual Huck, Rock and Roll
After the other parks have put away the rails and dozed the jumps, Treeline Terrain Park is hosting an amateur slopestyle competition for snowboarders and freeskiers who aren't quite ready to call it quits. Entry fee is $10. Go to www.arapahoebasin.com for more information.
May 27, 2007 - Arapahoe Basin
Memorial Day Beach Party / Festival of the Brewpubs
Join us for our largest party of the year! Spend the day sampling mugs of beer from a variety of Summit County brewpubs for one low price per 14 oz mug (must be 21). Breweries include Pug Ryan's, Breckenridge, Dillon Dam, Backcountry and the Wolf Frog. Expect great springtime skiing, free live entertainment and much more. Cost is $15 to sample. Go to www.arapahoebasin.com for more information.
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