March 20, 2014
Cherished Travel Destinations Face Global Warming Threat
Without deep cuts in heat-trapping greenhouse gas emissions, some of the world's most famous and culturally important landmarks could be lost as sea level continues to rise.
March 18, 2014
Are You Ready for Some Spring Skiing at Copper Mountain?
This year, with above average snowfall all season and cool temps lingering into the end of winter, spring skiing promises to be as good as it gets, with excellent coverage across Copper Mountain and the rest of Summit County's resorts.
March 17, 2014
Colorado Ski Resorts are Booming this Winter!
Skiers and snowboarders are thronging Colorado's slopes this year, as consistent snowfall, an improving economy and the Olympic spirit all helped drive business at the state's winter resorts.
March 15, 2014
A Ski Condo at the Heart and Soul of Copper Mountain
Our two-bedroom Copper Junction 201 condo is a perfect pad for wanna-be ski bums. Even if you can't take a year off to play in the mountains, this roomy apartment will let you feel what it's like to sip your morning coffee while watching the lifts start to roll.
March 15, 2014
How About Some Spring Ski Touring in Colorado?
Summit County is a hotbed for ski touring? If you're a little fuzzy on the concept, a ski tour means grabbing a daypack and using a free-heel set-up to efficiently ski uphill and over level ground. Spring is the best time for ski touring, because the days are long and the snow has had a chance to settle, melt and refreeze, which means that, in many areas, you'll be skiing right on top instead of floundering in knee-deep snow.
March 13, 2014
6 Million National Park Visitors Pumped $340 Million into Colorado Economy Last Year
Visitors to national parks in Colorado pumped more than $340 million into the state economy last year. Parks tourism also directly supported about 5,000 jobs, the National Park Service said in its annual report on visitation and spending. Altogether, almost 6 million people visited national park sites in Colorado in 2013.
March 13, 2014
Copper Mountain Season Pass Sale Starts — Now!
There's still more than a month of skiing left this year, but Colorado resorts have already rolled out pricing for next year's pass products. Copper Mountain announced this week that the regular Copper Mountain season pass will cost $389, and skiers and riders can lock in the best price with $49 down.
March 9, 2014
Do You Know How to Avoid Dangerous Wildlife Encounters?
"Watching wildlife in a responsible manner can lead to an exciting and memorable experience; however, approaching, harassing or feeding wild animals, or allowing your dogs to chase them, can lead to significant, negative consequences for you, your dog and the animals."
March 9, 2014
Success! U.S. Paralympic Skiers Earn Podium Spots at Sochi
U.S. and Colorado athletes earned podium spots during the first day of competition at the 2014 Paralympic Winter games, with Alana Nichols and Laurie Stephens taking silver and bronze in the women's downhill sitting race. Colorado's Allison Jones won her eighth Paralympic medal and her first downhill medal, as she took bronze in the women's standing class.
March 7, 2014
Another Weekend, Another Snowstorm at Copper Mountain
If you're heading for Copper Mountain this weekend, you ought to — once again — bring goggles and wax. Like clockwork, the Pacific storm track in bringing another round of snow to the Colorado high country. The heaviest snow is expected to fall during the day Friday, so weekend warriors heading up from the Front Range after work might encounter some snowpacked and icy roads, along with low visibility along I-70.