October 29, 2013
Fresh Snow Forecast for Copper Mountain Opening Day!
Along with plenty of man-made snow, it looks like Mother Nature will lend a helping hand for opening day at Copper Mountain. The latest National Weather Service forecast includes a winter storm warning for the western Colorado mountains, with anywhere from 3 to 6 inches of snow possible by Friday before skies clear for the weekend.
October 26, 2013
Why not try some Early Season Skiing at Copper Mountain?
It's not unusual for Summit County to get a jump on the ski season. All the local ski areas — Copper Mountain, Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Keystone — are at a high elevation that helps with early snowmaking efforts, and this year, Mother Nature lent a hand with a helping of October snowstorms.
October 23, 2013
Have smartphone, will ski!
Copper Mountain is launching the new Sherpa on-mountain intelligence app for iPhone and Android smartphones to help you get the most out of your day on the mountain.
October 22, 2013
Everything you wanted to know (but were afraid to ask) about marijuana use at Colorado ski areas
Marijuana use at Colorado's ski areas remains a no-no, even though strictly regulated personal use for adults is now legal under state law. But most of the state's ski areas are on federal land, where possession and use of pot are still crimes.
October 21, 2013
10 reasons to ski in Colorado this winter
With Colorado's major ski areas all set to open within the next few weeks, it's time to take a look at what's new for the 2013-14 winter season. According to Colorado Ski County USA, nearly every area in the state has invested in some upgrades to improve services for skiers and snowboarders, including significant snowmaking and grooming additions, new large scale drinking and dining facilities, and luxury resort lodging renovations — all designed to maintain Colorado’s reputation as the top destination for a world class guest experience.
October 20, 2013
Big perks for Copper Mountain season pass holders!
A season pass at Copper Mountain includes more than just lift access. Teens and kids get free skiing in California, Utah and Oregon, and you can by day tickets for friends and family. Read on for more information ...
October 18, 2013
Pumpkins and powder in Colorado – Wolf Creek opens Oct. 19!
Colorado ski areas are picking up plenty of early season powder, and Wolf Creek Ski Area plans to open Oct. 19. Around Summit County, there's fresh snow at A-Basin and Loveland, and the snowguns are blasting at Copper Mountain.
October 15, 2013
Colorado skiing: Can you feel the opening day vibe?
Copper Mountain and the rest of Summit County's ski areas have plenty of special events planned for the first few weeks of the season.
October 14, 2013
Skiing: You go, girl!
A new ski industry report outlines the role of women in the snow sports market, showing that females spent about $1 billion on ski and snowboard gear.
October 11, 2013
Are you ready to ski and ride, Colorado?
If you haven't waxed your skis or snowboard yet, now's the time. The 2013-2014 Colorado ski season will officially start this Sunday, Oct. 13, with the opening of Arapahoe Basin. The Summit County ski area will operate one chair (the Black Mountain Express) serving the High Noon trail.