July 25, 2014
Moose Fest Celebrates One of Colorado’s Coolest Critters
Colorado Parks and Wildlife will be sponsoring the Fifth Annual Grand Mesa Moose Day, Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the U.S. Forest Service Visitor's Center atop the Grand Mesa, a few miles east of Grand Junction.
July 20, 2014
The Top 5 Sunrise and Sunset Photo Spots in Summit County
Taking snapshots of friends, family and your dogs is fine in the middle of the day, but if you want to take home a few memorable photos, head out to one of the many scenic overlooks in Summit County to see some stunning sunsets.
July 7, 2014
Fishing With Kids in Summit County
Getting kids outside in the age of the internet, Wii, PlayStations and Xboxes isn’t always the easiest thing, even on beautiful high country summer days, when sapphire dragonflies hover over the water and red-wing blackbirds trill from willow branches, and fishing seems to do the job.
June 14, 2014
It’s a Trout Uprising at Black Lakes, Near Copper Mountain!
If you're staying at a Copper Mountain vacation rental, chances are you head into the heart of Summit County during your vacation. But just a short drive to the West, there's another slice of Colorado not to be missed — The expansive spruce-fir zone around Vail Pass.
May 27, 2014
It’s Summer! Sen. Udall Says Get Those Kids Outside
As a veteran former program leader for Outward Bound, U.S. Sen. Mark Udall (D-Colo.) knows the value of outdoor activity and recreation and how youth participation in outdoor activities has major health benefits. Early outdoor activities are also seen as the most effective way to develop a stewardship ethic.
May 26, 2014
Get Your Poles Ready! The Annual Free Fishing Weekend is June 7 – 8.
There's no better way to spend a summer day in Colorado than along the shore of a river or lake, angling for fresh fish. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife is waiving license fees once again for the annual free-fishing weekend, June 7-8.
May 22, 2014
Enjoy Your National Forests this Summer!
One of the best things about using our Copper Mountain vacation lodging as a basecamp for a summer getaway is the incredible access to YOUR national forest lands.
May 19, 2014
It’s Whitewater Season at Copper Mountain!
Colorado boaters are already raving about this year's season, with a hefty and sustained runoff promising months of splashy summer fun in local streams as well as rivers around the central and northern parts of Colorado.
May 13, 2014
Tracking Colorado’s oldest trees
You already know about Colorado's fantastic skiing, hiking, mountain biking and fishing, so why not check out one of the state's hidden treasures on your next visit.
May 8, 2014
Top Five ‘Spring Flings’ at Copper Mountain
Our "top-five" list for a spring getaway in the Colorado Rockies!