October 29, 2013
Fresh Snow Forecast for Copper Mountain Opening Day!
Along with plenty of man-made snow, it looks like Mother Nature will lend a helping hand for opening day at Copper Mountain. The latest National Weather Service forecast includes a winter storm warning for the western Colorado mountains, with anywhere from 3 to 6 inches of snow possible by Friday before skies clear for the weekend.
October 26, 2013
Why not try some Early Season Skiing at Copper Mountain?
It's not unusual for Summit County to get a jump on the ski season. All the local ski areas — Copper Mountain, Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Keystone — are at a high elevation that helps with early snowmaking efforts, and this year, Mother Nature lent a hand with a helping of October snowstorms.
October 23, 2013
Have smartphone, will ski!
Copper Mountain is launching the new Sherpa on-mountain intelligence app for iPhone and Android smartphones to help you get the most out of your day on the mountain.
October 22, 2013
Everything you wanted to know (but were afraid to ask) about marijuana use at Colorado ski areas
Marijuana use at Colorado's ski areas remains a no-no, even though strictly regulated personal use for adults is now legal under state law. But most of the state's ski areas are on federal land, where possession and use of pot are still crimes.
October 21, 2013
10 reasons to ski in Colorado this winter
With Colorado's major ski areas all set to open within the next few weeks, it's time to take a look at what's new for the 2013-14 winter season. According to Colorado Ski County USA, nearly every area in the state has invested in some upgrades to improve services for skiers and snowboarders, including significant snowmaking and grooming additions, new large scale drinking and dining facilities, and luxury resort lodging renovations — all designed to maintain Colorado’s reputation as the top destination for a world class guest experience.