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Winter Tips for JanuaryNews Posted by ngski on Thursday, January 6, 2005 - Printer Friendly Version
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 Let it snow, Colorado getting pounded with snow. Great time to plan a trip out to the rockies, some cool events are coming up this month at some of the resorts. Check out some of upcoming events and deals out West.
Upcoming Events and Activities at Breckenridge
January 7-14—Ullr Fest
This long-standing event pays homage to Ullr, the mythical Norse God of Snow. A weeklong schedule of events ranges from the Ullympics to the Ullr Bonfire to the famous (and unofficial world’s craziest) Ullr Fest Parade down Main Street. Come participate for the 42nd year celebration and see how the locals really live. Town of Breckenridge (970) 453-6018
January 9—Next X Snow Search Qualifier
Qualify for the Next X Snow Search, the world's hottest ski and snowboard event for kids. Cruise around the park, pipe, bumps and all mountain terrain with our judges to determine who makes the cut to go to the finals in Keystone Feb. 11-13, 2005. Kids must be between the ages of 9 and 13 and have been born between 1991 and 1996 to participate. Breckenridge Ski Resort (970) 453-3228
January 15 – 23—National Skier and Snowboarder Safety Week
Once again this season Breckenridge Ski Resort is proud to offer a weeklong National Skier and Snowboarder Safety Week itinerary. The resort will focus efforts on teaching the points of Your Responsibility Code and on SmartStyle, the freestyle terrain code. Skiers and riders will have the opportunity to participate in prize contests throughout the week as Breck’s individual departments introduce their own Safety Week programs and contests.. For information contact Breckenridge Ski Resort 970-453-5000.
January 15-24—Breckenridge Adventure Summit for Women
Breckenridge introduces its first annual Breckenridge Adventure Summit for Women. Things get rolling with LUNAFEST, a national festival of films by, for or about women (www.lunabar.com/lunafest/). Following LUNAFEST, women of all ages can participate in female-specific equipment demos, women’s camps and clinics in alpine in-bounds and backcountry skiing, as well as healing components at Breckenridge's new healing center, Sacred Tree. Visit www.breckenridge.com or call Breckenridge Ski Resort 970-496-7534.
January 17-24—Take Your Daughters to the Snow Week
Every woman is a daughter at the annual "Take Your Daughter to the Snow Week". Sign up your daughter, mother, sister or wife for a full day ski or ride school lesson and receive a free lift ticket for yourself. Breckenridge Ski and Ride School 970-453-5000
January 18-21—The Rally
In preparation for the Winter X Games Nine, taking place Jan. 29- Feb.1 in Aspen/Snowmass, CO, the top skiers and snowboarders in the world are invited to a private training session in Breckenridge. Come out and watch the best in the world hone their skills for the upcoming competition. Witness history in the making! Breckenridge Ski Resort (970) 453-5000.
January 20—20th Anniversary Rail Jam Series
Come on out for a FREE rail jam every 20th of the month, to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Snowboarding at Breckenridge. Breckenridge was one of the first resorts to allow snowboarding. Be a part of our yearlong celebration at the 20th Anniversary of Snowboarding Rail Jam Series. Both skiers and snowboarders are welcome. Breckenridge Ski Resort 970-453-5000
January 21-23—Rocky Mountain Park and Pipe Camp
Drop into the pipe, fly over gaps, and clear more advanced rails during the Rocky Mountain Park & Pipe Camp. Rocky Mountain is a specialized three-day camp for intermediate and above level skiers and riders ages 13 and up. No prior park and pipe experience necessary. Classes will be formed based on abilities and goals. Breckenridge’s elite freestyle instructors will teach basic skills in one of our four smaller parks to more advanced skills in the Freeway Terrain Park, one of the best known and highest rated parks in the country. Camp includes instruction, lunch, Breckenridge Team Rider appearances and the respect you'll get from those who see your brand new skills. For more information, please call (970) 496-7534 or email brskischoolprograms@vailresorts.com.
January 24-30—International Snow Sculpture Championships
Fourteen teams from around the world compete in this eye-pleasing event, creating mammoth works of art from 12-feet-tall, 20-ton blocks of snow. The sculptors work during the week, reshaping the bounty of Mother Nature into freeform whimsy or spellbinding intricacy. Well-known artists act as judges for the event, which has brought sculptors from as far away as Morocco, Belize, Japan, Canada, Scandinavia, Russia, China and Wales. Town of Breckenridge (970) 453-5579
Lodging Specials
Mid-Winter Break-Fast
Banish the winter blues with a mid-season ski or snowboard trip to Breckenridge. Starting at $132 per night, enjoy lodging at The Village at Breckenridge Resort or the Great Divide Lodge, Breckenridge's only full-service slope side hotel, plus daily breakfast at Le Bistro de Paris or Breck's Lounge. Package price is based upon a hotel room and is valid from Jan. 2 to Feb. 16, 2005, Sunday through Thursday only. For information or to reserve this package visit www.breckenridge.com and go to "Plan and Buy."
Mid-Season Ski Free, Stay Free
The holidays have passed and couch potato-syndrome is threatening to set in.. Grab your skis or board and head to the hills. Breckenridge Ski Resort is offering a mid-season escape priced just right. Book three nights' lodging and purchase three days of lift tickets and get the fourth night of lodging and day of skiing and riding FREE. Total cost for this mid-season getaway is $350 per person and includes four nights of lodging and four days of skiing for four people. Price is based upon quad occupancy in a two-bedroom condominium and is valid from Jan. 3 – Feb. 17, 2005. For reservations call 877-234-3981.
Winter Special at Beaver Run
Located on the slope of Peak 9, just a short walk to the Beaver Run SuperChair, Beaver Run Resort is offering the perfect excuse to escape to Breckenridge. Starting at just $139 per night, based on standard occupancy, you could be enjoying the New Year snowfall with family and friends. This deal is offered from Jan. 2 –Feb. 17, 2005. Four-night minimum stay required. Additional restrictions apply. For more information, visit www.breckenridge.com
Skiiii Ya Later !!!
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