Big Snows across the country has brought many smiles at ski and snowboard resorts across the country for the holidays. After a tough season last year and a slow start that had resorts close and work to reopen for the holidays cold temps and big snow is a great Christmas gift.
Reports from areas like Magic Mountain in Southern Vermont are issuing storm updates with their powder alert of close to a foot of fresh to rip turns in.
My Colorado snow report and emails shows new snow today in Crested Butte, Durango, Monarch, Silverton, Sunlight and across the state.
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Spring Splash, Open resorts, end of season events
In Colorado we have the following resorts still open as we head deeper into April. This past weekend a new storm brought fresh snow to the mountains improving conditions.
Breckenridge is still open and celebrating their 50th Birthday with $50 lift tickets the next 2 weekends.
Winter Park, CO will close this coming Sunday April 22 with their annual spring splash event.
Loveland Ski area in Colorado just announced they will honor another resorts season pass for a $30 lift ticket the balance of the season. This is a $16 a day discount off the current $46 rate. Loveland will remain open till May 6.
Arapahoe Basin will stay open late into May and hopefully into June. Buy discount lift tickets in advance and save.
In Vermont we see our friends at Jay Peak are still operating. In addition to $35 adult tickets/$25 for juniors, they are offering a combo ticket including the Pump House Water Park access for only $60 adults and $40 juniors for the upcoming weekend.
Breckenridge is still open and celebrating their 50th Birthday with $50 lift tickets the next 2 weekends.
Winter Park, CO will close this coming Sunday April 22 with their annual spring splash event.
Loveland Ski area in Colorado just announced they will honor another resorts season pass for a $30 lift ticket the balance of the season. This is a $16 a day discount off the current $46 rate. Loveland will remain open till May 6.
Arapahoe Basin will stay open late into May and hopefully into June. Buy discount lift tickets in advance and save.
In Vermont we see our friends at Jay Peak are still operating. In addition to $35 adult tickets/$25 for juniors, they are offering a combo ticket including the Pump House Water Park access for only $60 adults and $40 juniors for the upcoming weekend.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
50% off at Breckenridge & Keystone in Colorado
Now Spring skiers and snowboarders can get 50% off vacation lodging in Breckenridge and Keystone Colorado (2 night minimum). This offer starts now and continues to 4/30/12, with a book by date of 4/28/12. Make sure to bring the sunscreen, it's supposed to be in the 50's and 60's for the next 10 days.
Here are the links: Deal Of The Week - Get 50% Off Vacation Lodging In Breckenridge, CO. Valid Now Through 4/30/12. Book By 4/28/12 At MountainReservations.com.
and for Keystone: Deal Of The Week - Get 50% Off Vacation Lodging In Keystone, CO. Valid Now Through 4/30/12. Book By 4/28/12 At MountainReservations.com.
Here are the links: Deal Of The Week - Get 50% Off Vacation Lodging In Breckenridge, CO. Valid Now Through 4/30/12. Book By 4/28/12 At MountainReservations.com.
and for Keystone: Deal Of The Week - Get 50% Off Vacation Lodging In Keystone, CO. Valid Now Through 4/30/12. Book By 4/28/12 At MountainReservations.com.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Wounded Warriors in Colorado
This is the 22nd annual Hartford Ski Spectacular, hosted by Disabled Sports USA. The Hartford is one of the main contributors, even in these tough financial times.
It is the nation's largest winter sports festival of this type, with more than 700 participants this year. Many of the wounded warriors lost limbs, or suffered other major injuries, in battles in Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, or other wars. Other participants have disabilities, and take part in a number of adaptive sports programs. Many are training for upcoming Parolympics events in Vancouver.
It is fitting this years Event began on December 7th, Pearl Harbor Day. These are brave, patriotic folks, who have suffered greatly, but never give up.
My husband Charles Sneiderman and I have been honored to attend 3 of these Hartford events, as well as numerous other Wounded Warrior Activities around the nation. We were pleased to see so many old friends. Most of us are staying in the huge Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center, which hosts the events. It is well run, the views are great, and you can ski in and ski out to the slopes. The sports rental facilities are part of the building, which makes it much easier. The warriors have the use of a vast amount of special equipment - sit skis and other gear for those with lost limbs. Most of their equipment is stored on a big truck, provided by the Veterans Administration.
It was bitter cold when we arrived in Breckenridge, with temperatures far below zero. But we managed a few runs each day. The slopes were hard packed and well groomed. The participants were out early, receiving lessons in the bitter cold. Many of the instructors also suffered from disabilities, which make them more sensitive and effective as teachers. It often takes several dedicated people to help the sportspeople into their equipment, and assist them on the chair lifts. But, once they are set, they fly down that mountain! Look for more reports to come from field reporter Connie Lawn.
Colorado ramblings – December, 2009 - by Connie Lawn
It is the nation's largest winter sports festival of this type, with more than 700 participants this year. Many of the wounded warriors lost limbs, or suffered other major injuries, in battles in Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, or other wars. Other participants have disabilities, and take part in a number of adaptive sports programs. Many are training for upcoming Parolympics events in Vancouver.
It is fitting this years Event began on December 7th, Pearl Harbor Day. These are brave, patriotic folks, who have suffered greatly, but never give up.
My husband Charles Sneiderman and I have been honored to attend 3 of these Hartford events, as well as numerous other Wounded Warrior Activities around the nation. We were pleased to see so many old friends. Most of us are staying in the huge Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center, which hosts the events. It is well run, the views are great, and you can ski in and ski out to the slopes. The sports rental facilities are part of the building, which makes it much easier. The warriors have the use of a vast amount of special equipment - sit skis and other gear for those with lost limbs. Most of their equipment is stored on a big truck, provided by the Veterans Administration.
It was bitter cold when we arrived in Breckenridge, with temperatures far below zero. But we managed a few runs each day. The slopes were hard packed and well groomed. The participants were out early, receiving lessons in the bitter cold. Many of the instructors also suffered from disabilities, which make them more sensitive and effective as teachers. It often takes several dedicated people to help the sportspeople into their equipment, and assist them on the chair lifts. But, once they are set, they fly down that mountain! Look for more reports to come from field reporter Connie Lawn.
Colorado ramblings – December, 2009 - by Connie Lawn
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Hartford Ski Spectacular aat Breckenridge,CO
This is the 22nd annual Hartford Ski Spectacular, hosted by Disabled Sports USA. The Hartford is one of the main contributors, even in these tough financial times.
It is the nation's largest winter sports festival of this type, with more than 700 participants this year. Many of the wounded warriors lost limbs, or suffered other major injuries, in battles in Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, or other wars. Other participants have disabilities, and take part in a number of adaptive sports programs. Many are training for upcoming Para-Olympics events in Vancouver.
It is fitting this years Event began on December 7th, Pearl Harbor Day. These are brave, patriotic folks, who have suffered greatly, but never give up.
My husband Charles Sneiderman and I have been honored to attend 3 of these Hartford events, as well as numerous other Wounded Warrior Activities around the nation. We were pleased to see so many old friends. Most of us are staying in the huge Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center, which hosts the events. It is well run, the views are great, and you can ski in and ski out to the slopes. The sports rental facilities are part of the building, which makes it much easier. The warriors have the use of a vast amount of special equipment - sit skis and other gear for those with lost limbs. Most of their equipment is stored on a big truck, provided by the Veterans Administration.
It was bitter cold when we arrived in Breckenridge, with temperatures far below zero. But we managed a few runs each day. The slopes were hard packed and well groomed. The participants were out early, receiving lessons in the bitter cold. Many of the instructors also suffered from disabilities, which make them more sensitive and effective as teachers. It often takes several dedicated people to help the sportspeople into their equipment, and assist them on the chair lifts. But, once they are set, they fly down that mountain!
Colorado ramblings – December, 2009 - by Connie Lawn Mountain Sports Club Field Correspondent.
Looking for deals, discounts and savings on lift tickets, lodging and more check out Breckenridge listings at the Mountain Sports Club. Blog special offer memberships now only $19.95, use promo code blog09 and save.
It is the nation's largest winter sports festival of this type, with more than 700 participants this year. Many of the wounded warriors lost limbs, or suffered other major injuries, in battles in Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, or other wars. Other participants have disabilities, and take part in a number of adaptive sports programs. Many are training for upcoming Para-Olympics events in Vancouver.
It is fitting this years Event began on December 7th, Pearl Harbor Day. These are brave, patriotic folks, who have suffered greatly, but never give up.
My husband Charles Sneiderman and I have been honored to attend 3 of these Hartford events, as well as numerous other Wounded Warrior Activities around the nation. We were pleased to see so many old friends. Most of us are staying in the huge Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center, which hosts the events. It is well run, the views are great, and you can ski in and ski out to the slopes. The sports rental facilities are part of the building, which makes it much easier. The warriors have the use of a vast amount of special equipment - sit skis and other gear for those with lost limbs. Most of their equipment is stored on a big truck, provided by the Veterans Administration.
It was bitter cold when we arrived in Breckenridge, with temperatures far below zero. But we managed a few runs each day. The slopes were hard packed and well groomed. The participants were out early, receiving lessons in the bitter cold. Many of the instructors also suffered from disabilities, which make them more sensitive and effective as teachers. It often takes several dedicated people to help the sportspeople into their equipment, and assist them on the chair lifts. But, once they are set, they fly down that mountain!
Colorado ramblings – December, 2009 - by Connie Lawn Mountain Sports Club Field Correspondent.
Looking for deals, discounts and savings on lift tickets, lodging and more check out Breckenridge listings at the Mountain Sports Club. Blog special offer memberships now only $19.95, use promo code blog09 and save.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
35% Off Breckenridge Lodging for Remainder of Ski and Snowboard Season
35% Off Breckenridge Lodging when staying at Breckenridge Accommodations.
Join the Mountain Sports Club and book and complete a stay by the end of the 2008-2009 ski season, and take 35% off of posted rates.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Pine Ridge Condos in Breckenridge, save up to 33% on lodging
Pine Ridge Condos in Breckenridge, Colorado announces mid winter sale for members. Save up to 33% off. With abundant snowfall and great skiing and snowboarding in Breckenridge, make sure to stretch your ski vacation budget by booking your lodging at Pine Ridge Condos. Two offers now available. Book 2 nights and stay the third night free on Sunday - Thursday stays, or book a Friday & Saturday stay of three nights and receive the fourth night free - Save up to 33%.
Centrally located to the town of Breckenridge and the slopes.
Centrally located to the town of Breckenridge and the slopes.
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Heroes of the Hills – Breckenridge, Colorado, December 2008
We stayed in Breckenridge for five nights and six days. The visit was exquisite, even though the purpose was serious. Charles and I came here to join the 106 wounded warriors, and 700 other volunteers, disabled athletes, and others who care about snow sports and try to share them with as wide a range of people as possible. This is the 21st year of the Hartford Ski Spectacular, and the second year we have participated.
First, thanks to Vail Associates, and the Beaver Run Resort and Convention Center, which hosts the event. You could not ask for better run, more convenient facilities. It is huge and self-contained. The condos, hotel rooms, meeting halls, ski and snowboard rental facilities, and ski lifts are right on the premises or a few steps away. In addition to the free Beaver Run shuttle bus, there is also an efficient system of free public buses outside the door if you want to go into the lovely, brightly lit town of Breckenridge. There is easy access to the super market, bank, or restaurants. You can also ski into town if you want, especially if you miss the trails that cut back to Beaver Run, as happened to me at least twice! Like any luxury property, it is not cheap, but the condos are large with kitchens, and can accommodate several people. The resort has generous discounts for this event. You can cook in and then relax in the pool and hot tubs or spas. I always advise visitors to look for the package deals, which can also include airfare, rentals, lodging, and lifts. That is the way to make a trip affordable and fun.
Fun and excitement were the operative words for the next few days at Breckenridge. The Wounded Warriors learned to ski or snowboard quickly, or honed their skills if they had done so before. Many raced in the organized events. Some are paralympic champions. There were blind skiers, double and triple amputees, and some with spinal cord or brain injuries. They all made it up and down the moutain several times. Some did so on their own; others were taught or assisted by instructors or companions. Everyone was friendly and behaved with a true sense of cooperation.
We were blessed with good conditions. Sunday was marvelous – sunny and warm. I loved cruising down the wide, groomed trails, especially Cashier, Bonanza, Country Boy, and others. I joined up with two marvelous “Mountain Ambassadors,” Trish Williamson and Barb Sanger, who showed me around and made the day! Always try to ski with Ambassadors if you can – especially in a large, unfamiliar area.
Monday began warm and overcast, and then a light snow developed which persisted through the night and deposited 8 inches of fresh powder. It was light enough to permit good visibility, and enjoy the trails. It was not accompanied by the driving winds we encountered last year. Tuesday was legendary “Breckenfridge” weather, with the temperatures bitter cold. We tried a few runs, but spent much of the day learning, writing, and hanging out with the warriors and their friends.
My husband Charles has the technical background and participated in some of the training sessions. He takes over now:
The Hartford Challenge is a synergism of adaptive teachers, adaptive learners, and adaptive equipment developers. This year the emphasis was on mentoring. I was struck by the number of adaptive athletes who have become formal or informal instructors and equipment developers. There were a number of older veterans who came at their own expense from all over the country to mentor the veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, and civilians who mentored both military and civilians. I concentrated on sit ski clinics and ironically met Mike King and Pam Lenhart of Baltimore Adaptive and a number of other mid-Atlantic folks (like the Wintergreen and Liberty instructors who we have written about in last year’s columns) who came here to teach and learn.
Charles and I found this to be an extremely worthwhile event. It is sad they are necessary, but that is the realism of the times. As long as there are wounded warrior and adaptive ski and snowboard events, we hope we can be there to support them.
Mountain Sports Club report provided by field correspondents Connie Lawn and Charles Sneiderman
First, thanks to Vail Associates, and the Beaver Run Resort and Convention Center, which hosts the event. You could not ask for better run, more convenient facilities. It is huge and self-contained. The condos, hotel rooms, meeting halls, ski and snowboard rental facilities, and ski lifts are right on the premises or a few steps away. In addition to the free Beaver Run shuttle bus, there is also an efficient system of free public buses outside the door if you want to go into the lovely, brightly lit town of Breckenridge. There is easy access to the super market, bank, or restaurants. You can also ski into town if you want, especially if you miss the trails that cut back to Beaver Run, as happened to me at least twice! Like any luxury property, it is not cheap, but the condos are large with kitchens, and can accommodate several people. The resort has generous discounts for this event. You can cook in and then relax in the pool and hot tubs or spas. I always advise visitors to look for the package deals, which can also include airfare, rentals, lodging, and lifts. That is the way to make a trip affordable and fun.
Fun and excitement were the operative words for the next few days at Breckenridge. The Wounded Warriors learned to ski or snowboard quickly, or honed their skills if they had done so before. Many raced in the organized events. Some are paralympic champions. There were blind skiers, double and triple amputees, and some with spinal cord or brain injuries. They all made it up and down the moutain several times. Some did so on their own; others were taught or assisted by instructors or companions. Everyone was friendly and behaved with a true sense of cooperation.
We were blessed with good conditions. Sunday was marvelous – sunny and warm. I loved cruising down the wide, groomed trails, especially Cashier, Bonanza, Country Boy, and others. I joined up with two marvelous “Mountain Ambassadors,” Trish Williamson and Barb Sanger, who showed me around and made the day! Always try to ski with Ambassadors if you can – especially in a large, unfamiliar area.
Monday began warm and overcast, and then a light snow developed which persisted through the night and deposited 8 inches of fresh powder. It was light enough to permit good visibility, and enjoy the trails. It was not accompanied by the driving winds we encountered last year. Tuesday was legendary “Breckenfridge” weather, with the temperatures bitter cold. We tried a few runs, but spent much of the day learning, writing, and hanging out with the warriors and their friends.
My husband Charles has the technical background and participated in some of the training sessions. He takes over now:
The Hartford Challenge is a synergism of adaptive teachers, adaptive learners, and adaptive equipment developers. This year the emphasis was on mentoring. I was struck by the number of adaptive athletes who have become formal or informal instructors and equipment developers. There were a number of older veterans who came at their own expense from all over the country to mentor the veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, and civilians who mentored both military and civilians. I concentrated on sit ski clinics and ironically met Mike King and Pam Lenhart of Baltimore Adaptive and a number of other mid-Atlantic folks (like the Wintergreen and Liberty instructors who we have written about in last year’s columns) who came here to teach and learn.
Charles and I found this to be an extremely worthwhile event. It is sad they are necessary, but that is the realism of the times. As long as there are wounded warrior and adaptive ski and snowboard events, we hope we can be there to support them.
Mountain Sports Club report provided by field correspondents Connie Lawn and Charles Sneiderman
Monday, December 15, 2008
Holiday Lodging Discounts at Breckenridge
Breckenridge Accommodations is now offering a discount for Breckenridge Lodging this holiday vacation. Book 3 nights at any available lodging and receive the 4th night Free. This is a 25% discount on condos and homes throughout Breckenridge valid this holiday season. With snow continuing to enable the resort to open more and more terrain the skiing and snowboarding is sure to be a treat for all skiers and snowboarders visiting Breckenridge this holiday.
Looking for lift tickets discounts? Be sure to use the Mountain Sports Club Travel Desk to buy your discounted Breckenridge lift tickets in advance. Purchase must be made 7 days in advance and online.
Looking for lift tickets discounts? Be sure to use the Mountain Sports Club Travel Desk to buy your discounted Breckenridge lift tickets in advance. Purchase must be made 7 days in advance and online.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Return to Breckenridge and Vail Associates – December 5 to 14, 2008
I will never again criticize the sharp cold. The wind was biting when we arrived in Breckenridge, Colorado, and our bodies had not yet adjusted to the Colorado weather, from the relative damp cold of Washington. But that cold also produced several feet of beautiful natural snow over Breckenridge. In fact, there was snow over much of Colorado. We looked at it longingly, as we flew over Colorado. On our 3 hour drive from Denver, there was some snow on most of the fields and in the mountains. It was not as thick and beautiful as it was when we left Colorado last March – then it was like driving through a picture post card. But, for early December, there was a great amount of snow. And, there is the promise of much more to come.
The cold blew away any muck in the air. The sunset over the snow covered rocky mountains was the richest red and gold, and most dramatic I have ever seen. Then the half moon came out, escorted by the gleaming planets Venus and Jupiter. There were still skiers riding lifts outside our window, or skiing down the wide, gentle mountains. There were also people taking horse drawn sleigh rides. These are memories which last a life time!
We soaked it all in from a luxury condo at Beaver Run. Since I was not yet ready to ski, I swam in the wonderfully heated pool, and looked up at the heavens from the water. A good way to unwind after a four hour flight from Dulles, and three hour drive from Denver.
If you are lucky enough to stay at Beaver Run Resort, it is one of the best places you can stay in Breckenridge. It is ski in, ski out, and some of the best ski lifts are outside the door. The ski rental shop is a few steps away, and the equipment can be re- adjusted or exchanged easily, if it is not a perfect fit. I have long advocated rental equipment – especially when traveling by plane. Now, with the extra charges for bags and sports equipment, the costs become ridiculous. Much better to rent new equipment every time you ski. No one will foreclose on your rented equipment, and you don’t have to pay a mortgage on it.
If you are lucky enough to stay at Beaver Run Resort, it is one of the best places you can stay in Breckenridge. It is ski in, ski out, and some of the best ski lifts are outside the door. The ski rental shop is a few steps away, and the equipment can be re- adjusted or exchanged easily, if it is not a perfect fit. I have long advocated rental equipment – especially when traveling by plane. Now, with the extra charges for bags and sports equipment, the costs become ridiculous. Much better to rent new equipment every time you ski. No one will foreclose on your rented equipment, and you don’t have to pay a mortgage on it.
Beaver Run and Vail Associates have a number of restaurants, on the mountains. There are also terrific restaurants in town, with free shuttle service through Breckenridge. Beaver Run Resort is part of a larger Conference Center. That is what brought us: for the second year in a row, my husband Charles and I covered the Hartford Ski Spectacular – one of the biggest events for Wounded Warriors and their families, friends, medical experts, and supporters. This is the 21st year of the Hartford at Breckenridge, and it brings 800 people. It has been a struggle to finance it this year, with the sharp recession. But, the dedicated sponsors and volunteers are pulling it off.
Take advantage of Mountain Sports Club offers and save on pre-purchased lift tickets at Breckenridge and lodging discounts at Beaver Run Resort.
Take advantage of Mountain Sports Club offers and save on pre-purchased lift tickets at Breckenridge and lodging discounts at Beaver Run Resort.
Blog report brought to you by field correspondent Connie Lawn on location on Colorado.
Sunday, November 4, 2007
Breckenridge and Keystone Lift Ticket Discounts at Mountain Sports Club
The Mountain Sports Club Travel Desk just posted and made available discounted lift tickets available for popular ski and snowboard destinations Breckenridge and Keystone Resort in Colorado.
Those purchasing tickets for will use the online booking engine at the Mounatin Sports Club. Lift ticket discounts are available throughout the year and include multi-day tickets. Keystone just opened last Friday November 2 for the season and Breckenridge is scheduled to opne for the ski and snowboard seaosn this Friday November 9, 2007.
Take advantage of great savings for skiers and snowboarders at the Mountain Sports Club. Register today and start saving. Special blog price only $9.95 includes your choice of a years subscription to either Snowboard or Freeskier. Use promo code combo07 when purchasing your membership and save on your next ski and snowboard vacation or ski day.
Those purchasing tickets for will use the online booking engine at the Mounatin Sports Club. Lift ticket discounts are available throughout the year and include multi-day tickets. Keystone just opened last Friday November 2 for the season and Breckenridge is scheduled to opne for the ski and snowboard seaosn this Friday November 9, 2007.
Take advantage of great savings for skiers and snowboarders at the Mountain Sports Club. Register today and start saving. Special blog price only $9.95 includes your choice of a years subscription to either Snowboard or Freeskier. Use promo code combo07 when purchasing your membership and save on your next ski and snowboard vacation or ski day.
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