Colorado SnowArapahoe Basin, known as “The Legend” to many Coloradans, has one of the longest ski seasons in North America, open from October to June. Enjoy the 360 degree view from the summit or lunch at Black Mountain Lodge all while skiing some of the best terrain in the world. With the addition of the Montezuma Bowl, there is twice the natural beauty to explore; more high-alpine groomed runs, bowls, chutes and glades, all serviced by our new quad chair lift. Experience the Legend.
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This latest storm has given us a few days of clouds and a continual dusting of snow. Most resorts have woken up to one or two inches in the mornings with snow on and off during the days. Here’s a quick round-up of some photos around Colorado found via resort websites, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram […]
Here’s part 2 of the Snow Science series from Joel Gratz and OnTheSnow. This is something I’ve always been interested in: how much does it cost a resort to make snow? You have to wonder about the cost/benefit (economics) for someone like Arapahoe Basin and Loveland to make snow so early in the season. Or […]
I don’t mean to gush on Al’s blog again but this gallery of aerial photos is too good to pass up. Check out more of these shots taken from the flight for life helicopter over the Basin.
Finally, the annual roundup of opening dates for the 2012 / 2013 season is finalized as of last night after Loveland announced their opening day. Here’s the full list of resorts in Colorado, including Colorado Ski Country USA resorts and Vail Resorts resorts, sorted by opening day date: Arapahoe Basin Fri, October 19, 2012 Loveland […]
The folks at Columbia are looking for the perfect ski bum to receive: a 90 day condo rental, car, food, and season pass to Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Steamboat, Winter Park, and Arapahoe Basin. One person will be chosen based on a video submission and be asked to post two updates per […]
It’s official, Arapahoe Basin will open the 2012 season in Colorado on Wednesday the 17th. As always, Al’s Blog has been a pleasure to follow.
We now have Copper Mountain, Loveland, and Arapahoe Basin all making snow as of Friday. Fingers crossed conditions get to a good spot so we can keep it up!
For years now, families have helped introduce their 5th and 6th graders to skiing and snowboarding by applying to Vail’s School of Shred program or Colorado Ski Country USA’s Passport Program. Both offer the same deal to local students: free passes and lessons for kids. Here are some more details: School of Shred offers one […]