October 10, 2013
Got October snow? We do!
With another autumn snowstorm set to sweep through the Colorado Rockies, several ski area operators around Summit County are targeting mid-October opening dates. Loveland, Arapahoe Basin and Copper Mountain have all started snowmaking operations, so the ski and snowboard season will be here sooner rather than later.
October 9, 2013
Ski industry chiefs run a political slalom on Capitol Hill
The two biggest ski industry trade associations are joining forces to leverage their lobbying clout with the federal government. In late September, board members from SnowSports Industries America and the National Ski Areas Association teamed up in Washington, D.C. to meet with lawmakers — and also to discuss how to grow participation in snow sports.
October 8, 2013
Copper Mountain Ski Lodging: Yes, a Condo Can Hold All Your Gear
When you're shopping for Copper Mountain ski lodging, it's nice to know you'll have room for all your winter gear once you arrive at the resort. With snowboards, skis, boots, goggles and bulky winter parkas, it's so convenient to have roomy condo right near the base of the lifts — so much better than a tiny hotel room!
October 7, 2013
Report: Snowsports industry reports gains in 2012-2013 season
As the ski industry gears up for the 2013-14 season, SnowSports Industries America has released its 2013 Snow Sports Market Intelligence Report covering last season's ups and downs. And despite the lack of early season snow in parts of the Rockies, the season overall ended on a positive note for the industry, with total sales of $3.3 billion, up about 3 percent over the previous winter.
October 6, 2013
Colorado ski areas dominate! (According to SKI Magazine readers)
Colorado ski areas once again dominated the rankings in the annual SKI Magazine readers poll, taking four of the top-10 spots, but the big surprise this year was Jackson Hole, which shot to first place on the list, ahead of perennial winners Vail, Deer Valley and Whistler-Blackcomb. Copper Mountain ended up as number 26 in the poll, which is based on feedback from skiers who visit the resorts. That put Copper a few spots behind Summit County rival Keystone (23), which also vies for Front Range families as a key part of its market.
October 4, 2013
Are you on Twitter? We have a list for you!
Nearly every ski area in Colorado picked up at least a few inches of snow from an early October storm, with a foot at Steamboat, 10 inches at Winter Park, 9 inches at Powderhorn and half a foot at many other areas. With powder starting to blanket the slopes, it might just be time to get up to speed with the latest news from your favorite area, and in the age of social media, one of the best ways to do that is to sign up for Twitter and follow the ski areas you're interested in.
October 4, 2013
Have you heard about “The 12’s” at Copper Mountain?
Along with some improvements to existing terrain and lifts this season, Copper Mountain is looking forward to adding a lift on Tucker Mountain and expanding terrain served by snowcats.
September 28, 2013
Colorado ski areas start snowmaking for the season
The start of the Colorado ski season is just a few weeks away, as both Loveland and Arapahoe Basin ski areas have started snowmaking operations for the year following an autumn storm that dropped several inches of snow at higher elevations and delivered cold overnight temperatures ideal for snowmaking.
September 23, 2013
Copper Mountain gets an autumn dusting of snow
Colorado ski resorts are abuzz with the first significant snowfall of the season, and some areas are hinting that snowmaking could start soon. The snow was generated by a strong storm out of the Pacific Northwest moving across the Rockies in a winter-like pattern, and there could be more snow on the way.
September 5, 2013
Colorado resorts rolling out ski-centives
Colorado ski industry rolls out latest 5th-grade ski passport program and discount deals for "Gems."