Loveland says ski-you later to 2022-23 season

Loveland Ski Area closed for the season on May 7

BY OLIVIA JEWELL LOVE OLOVE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In a season stretching from Nov. 3, 2022 to May 7, 2023, Loveland Ski Area o cially closed the slopes until next season.

On the last day of the season, skiers and riders enjoyed live music, après ski and sunny conditions. Many took to the runs in fun costumes, making their mark on the ski area until they return next season.

According to the ski area, there were 283 inches of snow this season. Loveland representatives said the area hopes to open mid-late October for the upcoming season.

Working together to fight wildland fires

Evergreen Fire/Rescue hosts training for six entities

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

e phrase “It takes a village” is true in re ghting, especially when it comes to attacking wild res.

About 80 re ghters from multiple agencies learned more about working together and wild re- ghting techniques during an all-day training hosted by Evergreen Fire Rescue on May 13. Joining EFR were Clear Creek, Genesee, Foothills and Indian Hills re departments plus the Highland Rescue Team and Je co Open Space.

It’s important that re departments have established a rapport and know how to communicate especially since departments request mutual aid if res grow, according to Einar Jensen, a spokesman for Evergreen Fire/Rescue.

“ is is a great opportunity to do mountain training, especially up here,” Capt. Dan Noell with the Clear Creek Fire Authority said. “ ese are the departments who are going to

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