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East West Hospitality is a proud provider of genuine hospitality for over 30 years in the Vail Valley.

Our local team is dedicated to making your vacation in Beaver Creek memorable and enjoyable.

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FRONT DESK 970-790-3122 For after-hours emergencies, please call our answering service at 1-877-603-3306 to be connected to the Manager On Call.

RESERVATIONS 1-800-235-3557 bcres@eastwest.com eastwest.com

If we may be of further assistance to make your experience more complete, please stop by or call the Front Desk. We always suggest taking time to unwind during your visit with a relaxing treatment at Spa at The Charter or Spa Anjali at the Westin Riverfront in Avon.

Thank you for choosing East West Hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back on a future stay.

Brett Podnar General Manager

Tess Eklund

Customer Experience Manager Explore the possibilities!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS GUEST SERVICES...........................................................................................3-9 TELEVISION CHANNELS............................................................................... 10 FIRE SAFETY MESSAGE................................................................................. 11 SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES............................................................... 12-13 HOW TO RECYCLE.......................................................................................... 14 CALENDAR OF EVENTS.................................................................................15 ALTITUDE SICKNESS INFORMATION...................................................... 16 AREA ATTRACTIONS.......................................................................................17

LOCAL BUSINESS INDEX LOCATED AFTER PAGE 18

. p o h S . y a l Eat.P This Directory Prepared By: Regal Publications 2023 (571) 329-4264 • www.regalpub.com

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GUEST SERVICES Airlines American Airlines........................................................................................... 1-800-433-7300 Delta Airlines.................................................................................................. 1-800-221-1212 Frontier Airlines............................................................................................. 1-801-401-9000 Southwest Airlines........................................................................................ 1-800-435-9792 United Airlines................................................................................................ 1-800-241-6522 Airports Denver International Airport.......................................................................... 720-730-4359 Eagle County Regional Airport....................................................................... 970-328-2680 Vail/Beaver Creek Jet Center (Eagle, CO)................................................... 970-524-7700 Airport Shuttles Peak1Express.....................................................mountainshuttle.com or 1-855-467-3251 Epic Mountain Express...............................epicmountainexpress.com or 970-754-7433 Amenities Pack-n-plays, baby gates and highchairs are available for rent. Call 970-790-3122.

Beaver Creek Ski School Adult Group and Private Ski School Lessons.............................................. 970-754-5300 Children’s Group Lessons................................................................................ 970-754-5464 Carbon Monoxide Detectors CO detectors are required by Colorado state law to be in each home. Please do not remove or unplug the CO detector. The battery is probably low if you hear a beeping sound. Please notify the Management Office if this occurs.

Check-In / Check-Out Please remember check out is precisely at 10:00 A.M. and we ask that you strictly adhere to this time. We appreciate your cooperation and consideration in this matter. Your on-time departure allows us every opportunity possible to provide an on-time arrival for the next guest or owner of the home you have occupied. If your departure time is later than 10:00 A.M., you may store your luggage at the Beaver Creek Landing Office. Please leave any keys or garage remotes on the kitchen counter. No other departure tasks are required of you.

Concierge Services Guest Experience Concierge Team............................................concierge@eastwest.com ...................................................................................................................... or 1-877-401-0684

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GUEST SERVICES Emergency, Fire and Safety Information In the event of an emergency, please call 911.

If you are staying in a condo, in the event of a fire alarm, exit your home via the staircase and meet in Lobby for further instructions from the Fire Department.

Other Important Numbers: Beaver Creek Public Safety............................................................................. 970-949-4911 Bachelor Gulch Public Safety......................................................................... 970-754-2345 Arrowhead Public Safety................................................................................. 970-926-2588 Avon Police Department................................................................................. 970-949-5323 Alpine Mobile Physicians................................................................................. 970-376-8376 Fireplaces If you have a gas fireplace, please DO NOT put anything inside the fireplace or you will be charged for the damage. Please always leave glass doors open! Closing doors may result in the glass doors breaking.

Free Shuttle Service Village Connect offers complimentary shuttle service within Beaver Creek and Bachelor Gulch.

DOWNLOAD VILLAGE CONNECT APP: Search “Village Connect” in the Apple App store or Google Play: 1. Tell us where you are and where you want to go to view your pickup time. Then just tap to confirm your request.

2. Track your driver’s progress. Receive notification when the vehicle is nearby.

The Arrowhead to Beaver Creek Express is available daily between the Arrowhead Alpine Club Circle and Beaver Creek Centennial Station, approximately every 30 minutes during the ski season.

Village Connect.................................................................................................. 970-949-1938 Grocery Delivery Relish your time away from home with Resort Delivery’s convenient grocery service. Just let us know what you need and where you’re staying and we will take it from there. Ordering is a cinch, and with same-day deliveries, we’re always at your service. Order online: resortdelivery.com, info@resortdelivery.com or 970-845-8216

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GUEST SERVICES Housekeeping Please note there is no housekeeping included in your rate. Housekeeping services may be scheduled based on availability. Please contact the Front Desk with at least 48 hours’ notice to check availability and cost.

Unless otherwise scheduled, guest of owners will receive a Check Out Clean upon their departure which will be automatically billed to the owner’s account unless payment is provided to the Front Desk. Additional housekeeping may be arranged for a fee with at least 48 hours’ notice.

Lost and Found Winter.................................................................................................................. 970-754-5244 Summer................................................................................................................ 970-754-4636 Mail & Messages Luggage and Gear: Do yourself a favor and easily arrange for your luggage or gear to be shipped to your home or office. Call 1-877-401-0684 or visit shipskis.com/ east-west-beaver-creek Deliveries to condominiums managed by East West Hospitality will incur a $10 service fee, per item for delivery of luggage and packages to the home.

Maintenance..................................................................................................... 970-790-3122 Office Hours...................................................................................................... 970-790-3122 Winter: 7 days a week 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Summer and Off-Season: Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. For after-hours emergencies, please call our answering service at 1-877-603-3306 to be connected to the Manager On Call.

Overnight Mail Service Available through the office. The address to receive deliveries by courier is: Your Name – Unit Number, c/o East West Hospitality, 300 Prater Road, Avon, CO 81620.

If you wish to have the package left without a signature, the sender must sign the Release Signature to authorize delivery without obtaining signature.

UPS or FedEx: 300 Prater Rd., Avon, CO 81620 USPS: P.O. Box 3740, Avon, CO 81620

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GUEST SERVICES Noise Complaints If you are staying in Bachelor Gulch and have after-hours noise disturbances, please contact Beaver Creek Public Safety (on call 24 hours a day) by calling 970-949-4911. If you are in Arrowhead and have after-hours noise disturbances please contact Arrowhead Public Safety at 970-949-2588.

Parking One (1) parking space is provided per condominium. Overflow parking is accommodated in the Elk lot at the intersection of Highway 6 and Village Road (across from the main security gate). Please park in the designated space and do not park on the street. Failure to comply may result in vehicle towing at the owner or guest’s expense.

Pets Pets are only allowed with expressed written permission of the owner of the home you are staying in. Some owners have allergies to pet dander that is severe. If a pet is brought into a home without permission a thorough cleaning will be required, usually in the $1,500- $2,500 range.

Pool and Spa Varies by property – please note your property’s amenities.

Recycling Initiatives Blue bins are in each condo. Single stream recycling process is in place. Please refer to the last section in this binder for acceptable items. Do not leave trash on the balcony due to wildlife.

Rentals (Ski and Snowboard Gear) 5 locations PLUS delivery. Guests of East West Hospitality have special discounted rates on ski rentals, snowboard rentals and tuning through our partner Venture Sports. Book online to receive discount: avonventuresports.com/ east-west-hospitality Reservations If you love your current accommodation or are curious about staying at a new property, please contact our local reservation team at 888-598-6353 to secure your next booking. Available properties are at: eastwest.com or scan the QR code to see our Property Portfolio

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GUEST SERVICES Rental Cars Dollar................................................................ Eagle County (EGE) Airport 970-524-7334 Hertz................................................................. Eagle County (EGE) Airport 970-524-7177 Enterprise Rent-a-Car............................................................................ Avon 970-845-8393 Thrifty............................................................... Eagle County (EGE) Airport 970-524-8304 Road Conditions Colorado Weather......................................................................................... 1-303-398-3964 Eagle County....................................................................................................... 970-238-6345 Visit cotrip.com Ski / Snowboard Storage All equipment must be stored in a designated area or ski locker. Absolutely no ski or snowboard equipment in the lobby or in your vacation home.

Storage (long term) Less clutter, less hassle, all hands free. Rocket Closet stores your equipment yearround and delivers it to where you use it most, on demand. Call 1-877-401-0684 or visit rocketcloset.com/eastwest Spa Spa at The Charter, managed by East West Hospitality, is located at The Charter in the heart of Beaver Creek. Inspired by Mother Nature herself, the Spa occupies 18,000-square feet and features 9 unique treatment rooms, a nail salon, and a fitness center. You are invited to escape the ordinary and step into a world of extraordinary wellness offerings at Spa at The Charter. Please note that access to fitness and pools are only available when a spa treatment is booked. Open daily 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. Book online at thecharterspa.com or call 970-845-2225.

Sustainability Committee & Environmental Programs In 2008, after building the 1st Silver LEED Certified Hotel in Colorado within the Westin Brand, the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, East West Hospitality established a Sustainability Committee to continue making sustainability strides.

We are fortunate to live and work in a beautiful Colorado mountain paradise and are dedicated to its preservation for present and future generations. Our commitment to helping conserve our natural surroundings contributes to a better environment for all who live and visit here and supports Eagle County’s climate action goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030.

For more information about our sustainability contributions and how to recycle properly, please refer to the Sustainability section at the back of this directory.

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GUEST SERVICES Taxis, Shuttle Service and Limousines Ride Taxi.............................................................................................................. 970-949-1111 Village Transportation/Dial-A-Ride............................................................... 970-949-1938 (Village Transportation is available daily 7:00 A.M. to midnight) Telephones The telephone in your condominium is the property of the individual owner. All local calls are free. Please reverse charges on long- distance calls or charge to a credit card. Any long-distance charges directly billed to an individual owner’s number will be assessed as a $10 service charge plus long-distance charges.

To use your long-distance service card, dial for: AT&T...............................................................................1 + 800 321-0288 or 1 + 0 + 2880 Sprint...............................................................................1 + 800 877-8000 or 1 + 0 + 3330 MCI..................................................................................1 + 800 888-8000 or 1 + 0 + 2220 Trash In addition to trash and recycling in the home, there are larger bins in the garage for additional refuse. There is a schedule posted above the trash cans. If you are in Bachelor Gulch the trach is generally picked up on Friday mornings at 8:00 A.M. unless a holiday has occurred. If you are in Arrowhead the trash is picked up on Tuesday mornings at 8:00 A.M. unless a holiday has occurred. The Property Management team will take out your trash around this time. If you’d like to take it out yourself, please let the team know at 970-790-3122. Do not leave out trash the night before because the wildlife will get into it. Recycle is taken on a bimonthly basis, please call the office if additional recycle removal is required.

Wildlife You are vacationing in a place where animals live. Please keep your distance from any wildlife encounter and keep food inside and off balconies.

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HOUSES OF WORSHIP Beaver Creek Chapel............................................................... www.beavercreekchapel.com Vail Interfaith Chapel.......................................................................................... 970-476-3347 Catholic Church – St. Clare of Assisi (Edwards)........................................... 970-926-2821 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Avon)................................... 970-852-5755 Episcopal Church................................................................................................. 970-476-0618 Jewish Services.................................................................................................... 970-477-2992 Lutheran Church.................................................................................................. 970-476-6610 Methodist Church................................................................................................ 970-328-6598 New Life Assembly of God............................................................................... 970-827-4102 Trinity Baptist Church........................................................................................ 970-926-1759 Vail Bible Church................................................................................................. 970-949-6585

MUSIC, ART AND CULTURE Alpine Arts Center, Edwards............................................................................. 970-926-2732 Bravo! Colorado Music Festival....................................................................... 970-827-5700 Colorado Ski Heritage Museum....................................................................... 970-476-1876 Gerald Ford Amphitheater................................................................................ 970-845-8497 Vail Valley Foundation....................................................................................... 970-777-2015 Vilar Performing Arts Center............................................................................ 970-855-2182

MOVIE THEATERS Capitol Theater.....................................................Eagle - vailmovies.com or 970-328-5709 Riverwalk Theater.............................. Edwards - riverwalktheater.com or 970-855-2182

For more information: Beaver Creek Customer Service – 970-754-0005 Vail Customer Service – 970-754-8245 9

TELEVISION CHANNELS COMCAST CHANNEL LINEUP

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truTV

ANALOG

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The Learning Channel

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KWGN

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Animal Plant

4

KCNC (CBS)

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History

5

Vail Valley Community TV

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A&E

6

KRMA (PBS)

39

Paramount Network

7

KMGH (ABC)

40

The Weather Channel

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KUSA (NBC)

41

CNN

10

I-70 Live

42

HLN

11

KDEN (Telemundo) 1

43

Fox News

12

KTVD (My Network TV)

44

CNBC

13

KDVR (FOX)

45

MSNBC

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KFTD (Unimas)

46

Bloomberg Business

15

HSN

47

Lifetime

16

KVBA 17 (Beaver Creek)

48

FX

17

Eagle County TV

49

Comedy Central

18

KBDI (PBS) 1

50

Oxygen

19

KPXC (Ion)

51

Food Network

20

C-SPAN 2

56

USA Network

21

KCEC (Univision)

57

AMC

22

The Discovery Channel

58

KQCK

59

BET

DIGITAL STARTER

60

MTV

23

QVC

61

VH1

24

ESPN

62

TNT

25

ESPN2

63

TBS

26

AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain

64

Travel Channel

27

The Golf Channel

68

E!

28

Disney Channel

69

Galavision

29

Freeform

76

CSPAN

30

Cartoon Network

79

Jewelry TV

31

Nickelodeon

80

HSN2

32

TV Land

180 Bravo

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Hallmark Channel

550 HBO Max 10

FIRE SAFETY MESSAGE Any home or condo can have a fire. Plan what to do when you check in because you won’t have time to plan during a fire.

If you burn food when cooking, do NOT open the door into an interior hallway. Turn on the microwave fan, open windows, and balcony doors to the outdoors. Await further instructions from the front desk, but do not disassemble the smoke detector.

First, find two exits nearest your room. Be sure they are unlocked and unblocked.

Then, count doors between your room and exits so you’ll have a reference point if it’s smoky.

When you hear an alarm: ACT, don’t investigate.

If fire is in your room, get out and close the door.

Once out, report the fire.

If fire is not in your room, leave if you can. First, feel your door. If it’s cool, open it slowly and go to the nearest exit. Crawl in smoke. Fresh air will be at the floor. Take your key so you can go back if you can’t use your exits.

Never use elevators during a fire. They could stop at the fire floor.

If your room door is hot, don’t open it. Your room may be the safest place to be. Seal all cracks with wet towels. Shut off fans and air conditioners. Signal at your window. Call the Fire Department and wait to be rescued.

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SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES Introduction East West Hospitality believes in doing the right thing for our environment, communities, employees, guests, and clients. Therefore, we recognize that working toward continually improving sustainability is undoubtedly the right thing to do not only for the hospitality industry, tourism industry, and visitor economy, but also for the preservation of our climate, environment, and wellbeing of all people who live and operate in our valley.

Our overarching sustainability goals are to improve sustainability education for employees and guests, reduce waste output and increase waste diversion, and prioritize procurement of products and services without negative environmental, social, and economic impacts.

Environmental and Community Initiatives Renewable Energy - All East West Hospitality (EWH) and retail offices (where we pay the electrical bill) participate in The Holy Cross Energy PuRE program where we pay a small premium to operate with 100% renewable energy. East West is proud to partner with Holy Cross Electric to help achieve their goal of 100% renewable electricity by 2030 and to completely offset greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2035.

Compass Cares – Compass cares is an EWH employee donation program that helps support our local communities. We hope to inspire all our employees to become active in charitable causes and help those in need by matching donations up to $250 per person, per donation raising over $20,000. In the Vail Valley, we support Eagle Valley Behavioral Health, Eagle Valley Land Trust, Starting Hearts, and the Cycle Effect.

Sabbatical Program - As a way for employees to take time to do what feeds their soul, both hourly and salaried employees who have been with EWFC for at least 10 years are eligible for four weeks of paid sabbatical leave in addition to current paid vacation time. Employees are also eligible for another sabbatical seven years after using the program.

Paid Volunteer Time - Employees get 8 hours of paid volunteer time to get involved in community or environmental programs such as Habitat for Humanity, Highway Clean Up, and Salvation Army Adopt-A-Family/Food Drives.

Sustainable Film Series - EWH is proud to be a sustaining sponsor of the free Annual Sustainable Film Series Walking Mountains Science Center (WMSC). Held at Riverwalk Theater in Edwards, CO, WMCS premieres award-winning independent featured films and documentaries that raise awareness and encourage community dialogue about climate change.

The Cycle Effect - EWH has been a long-time supporter of The Cycle Effect. This local non-profit is dedicated to young women at risk and uses mountain biking, education, and mentorship to build their self-esteem and improve their fitness. EWH partnered with The Cycle Effect to donate space for their training.

Sustainable Partnerships and Collaboration • Destination Stewardship Strategic Planning Initiative is a new destination stewardship strategy by the Colorado Tourism Office in collaboration with industry thought leaders and stakeholders, state and federal agencies, communities, and residents to support our state balance between residents’ quality of life and Colorado visitors experience, while enhancing our natural environment, cultures, and communities.

• Beyond Lawn Program – EWH is part of the Beyond Lawn Working Group where they work to help businesses and homeowners to transition to native, waterwise, resilient landscapes with plants adapted to our Rocky Mountain climate.

• The Town of Avon (TOA) is training all EWH employees to improve recycling efficiency for the TOA Recycling Ordinance effective in November 2023.

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SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES • The Climate Action Collaborative (CAC) is a group of local governments, businesses, schools, special districts, and nonprofits tasked to implement the recommendations of the Climate Action Plan for the Eagle County community. The plan recommends county-wide carbon pollution reduction targets of 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050 from the Eagle County 2014 baseline inventory.

• Building Performance Colorado (BPC) is a statewide mandatory program aimed at increasing energy efficiency and decreasing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the building sector effective June 1, 2023.

Awards 2023: Best of Hotel/Lodging in the Vail Valley – Vail Daily 2023: Best Place To Work Finalist – Vail Valley Partnership 2020: Best Place To Work - Vail Valley Partnership 2018: Business of the Year - Vail Valley Partnership 2019: Top Workplaces to Work – Denver Post 2019: Best Places To Work – Outside Magazine 2016: Best Property Management Company - ColoradoBIZ Magazine

Colorado Green Business Network 2015 Environmental Leadership Awards The Environmental Leadership Program now known as Colorado Green Business Network, is a statewide environmental recognition and reward program administered by the State of Colorado for companies that voluntarily go beyond compliance with state and federal regulations, and are committed to continual environmental improvement.

• Falcon Point Condominiums, Poste Montane Lodge, and The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa • Falcon Point Condominiums - Gold Leader Recognition since 2014

TripAdvisor Green Leaders Program • Falcon Point Condominiums - Silver Level The TripAdvisor GreenLeaders program considers a property’s holistic approach to green practices and ranks them based on four levels of participation: Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum. A comprehensive list of eco-friendly practices is evaluated and the greener practices a hotel has in place, the higher its TripAdvisor GreenLeaders level.

Actively Green Certified Businesses • Falcon Point Condominiums and Poste Montane Lodge The Actively Green sustainable business training and certification program was launched as a legacy initiative of the 2015 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Vail and Beaver Creek through a partnership with the global non-profit Sustainable Travel International.

20th Annual Success Awards - Falcon Point Condominiums – Actively Green 2023 Finalist

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HOW TO RECYCLE

Keep Our Mountain Towns Beautiful!

Did you know?

If you're still unsure if an item Remember to re ll your water can be recycled, download the bottle with our mountain pure, Waste Wizard App. safe, tap water.

PUT ALL RECYCLABLES INTO THE SAME BIN ALWAYS RECYCLE THESE

NEVER RECYCLE THESE

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS DECEMBER 2023

JANUARY 2024

1 • Silent Disco 2 • Revely | Ice Skating Shows 2 • Vail Yeti Hockey 5 • Revely | Art Workshops 7 • Vail Film Festival 7 • Vail Kris Kringle Market 8 • Vail Film Festival 8 • Vail Kris Kringle Market 8 • Vail Holidays | Silent Disco 8 • Vail Yeti Hockey 9 • Vail Film Festival 9 • Vail Kris Kringle Market 9 • Vail Holidays | Ice Skating Shows 9 • Vail Yeti Hockey 10 • Vail Film Festival 10 • Vail Kris Kringle Market 10 • Vail Ugly Sweater 5k Fun Run 10 • Vail Ugly Sweater Fun Run 12 • Vail Holidays | Art Workshops 15 • Vail Holidays | Silent Disco 15 • Vail Yeti Hockey 16 • Vail Holidays | Ice Skating Shows 16 • Vail Yeti Hockey 17 • Vail Village Tree Lighting 19 • Vail Holidays | Art Workshops 22 • Vail Holidays | Silent Disco 22 • Vail Skating Festival ICE SPECTACULAR 23 • Vail Skating Festival ICE SPECTACULAR 26 • Vail Holidays | Art Workshops 29 • Vail Holidays | Silent Disco 29 • 10th Mountain Legacy Parade 29 • Vail Yeti Hockey 31 • New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks

2 • Vail Holidays | Art Workshops 5 • Vail Holidays | Silent Disco 5 • Vail Yeti Hockey 6 • Vail Yeti Hockey 12 • 10th Mountain Legacy Parade 12 • Vail Yeti Hockey 13 • Vail Yeti Hockey 3-31 • 17th Annual Vail Winterfest 26 • Vail Yeti Hockey 27 • Vail Yeti Hockey

FEBRUARY 2024 2 • Vail Yeti Hockey 3 • Vail Yeti Hockey 9 • Vail Yeti Hockey 10 • Vail Yeti Hockey 23 • Vail Yeti Hockey 24 • 10th Mountain Legacy Parade 24 • Vail Yeti Hockey 24-25 • Vail Legacy Weekend 24 • 10th Mountain Legacy Parade 24 • Vail Yeti Hockey

MARCH 2024 1 • Vail Yeti Hockey 2 • Vail Yeti Hockey 8 • Vail Yeti Hockey 9 • Vail Yeti Hockey

APRIL 2024 3-6 • Taste of Vail

Check with the Vail Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times for Vail at www.vailchamber.org. Check with the Beaver Creek Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times for Beaver Creek at www.beavercreekchamber.org.

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ALTITUDE SICKNESS INFORMATION The mountains of Colorado are among the most beautiful parts of America and we hope you will enjoy every minute of your visit. But some of the very features which make the high country so attractive may cause problems unless you recognize and know how to prevent them.

Here’s why:

Temperature The sun has more power in the thin air and a bad sunburn can spoil your stay. No matter how tanned you may be, use a protective cream. “Cold sores” are aggravated at high altitudes but might be prevented by a medication (Acyclovir) which your doctor can prescribe. Snow blindness – which is sunburn of the eyes – is a real danger, especially on new snow, and even on foggy or cloudy days. Wear sunglasses or goggles with ultraviolet protection.

As you go higher, barometric pressure decreases, the air is thinner and less oxygen is available. It’s also colder and drier, and the ultraviolet rays from the sun are stronger.

Each of these changes may have an unpleasant effect on your body.

Temperature falls about three degrees Fahrenheit for every 1,000 feet of altitude, and it can get cold very fast.

Take extra clothes. Hypothermia (low body temperature) can occur even in the summer if you are wet or windchilled, hungry, tired, or poorly dressed. The warning signs are clumsiness and trouble thinking or talking clearly, irritability and confusion. Watch for these signs in each other. If in doubt, stop, warm up, eat and drink – and if necessary send for help.

Altitude Many popular resorts are 8,000 to 9,500 feet above sea level, and the mountain summits rise a mile higher.

You will probably notice that your breathing is faster or deeper and you may feel short of breath, especially when you exercise. This is the body’s first and most effective response to altitude. Your heart is likely to beat faster also; this too, is a helpful normal reaction.

Most people dress appropriately in winter, but be sure boots and gloves are not wet or too tight. If you lose sensation in your face, fingers or toes, stop, look for frostbite (numb, cold, white areas) and take time to warm up.

However, you may also develop a headache, a touch of nausea, or unusual tiredness; some people even have trouble sleeping. Depending on the altitude, 20 to 30% of all visitors from near sea level have one or several of these symptoms, which we call acute mountain sickness or AMS. Children are slightly more susceptible; the older you are, the less likely you are to be affected.

Water The crisp mountain air is exhilarating, but it’s also very dry. You lose much more water than you realize in exhaled air and from sweating. It’s very important to maintain the body water, so drink two or three times more than usual. Fill your canteen in the hotel. Don’t drink from streams. Juices and water are better than tea, coffee or alcohol. Remember that at high altitudes, one alcoholic drink does the work of two.

These symptoms usually go away in a day or two. If they grow worse, or if you are worried, be sure to consult a doctor. If you develop a worsening cough, increasing shortness of breath or feel like you have fluid in your lungs, see a doctor at once! Altitude illness, though usually minor, can become serious quite rapidly, so don’t take it lightly or try to tough it out!

Injuries Accidents can happen at any time to anyone, but they are more common when you are cold, tired or hungry. Remember that lack of oxygen can impair your judgement, leading you to do foolish things. Whether hiking, skiing, playing golf or tennis, give your body plenty of food and water to function efficiently. Don’t keep going when you’re very tired; quit while you’re ahead.

Before you leave home, you can do a few things to decrease the effects of altitude. Our studies show that spending two nights at a modest altitude like 5,000 feet decreases symptoms of altitude sickness at higher altitudes. Eat more foods which are high carbohydrates, drink more water and reduce your sodium intake.

Diamox1 is a prescription drug which prevents the unpleasant symptoms for many people. Ask your doctor about its use.

Illness Of course you are as likely to get a cold, flu or upsetstomach in the mountains as you are at home. But altitude illness feels very much like flu, or a hangover, and it can be a lot more serious. If you have any doubt, get medical help. Don’t let ignorance or carelessness spoil your stay.

Once you arrive, take it easy for the first day or two.

Reduce alcohol, caffeine, and salty foods. Drink more water than usual. Salt causes your body to retain fluid (edema), which increases the severity of altitude illness.

Above all – listen to your body! Don’t push. If you feel worse and worse, get help! Minor altitude symptoms occasionally become life threatening.

There is great personal joy, beauty and spiritual peace to be discovered in the mountains. Treat yourself with respect and enjoy your stay.

1. Recent experience suggests that a small dose of Diamox suffices: 125mg the morning before you are to arrive at increased altitude, again that evening, and each morning and night for two days after arrival. SOURCE: COLORADO ALTITUDE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

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AREA ATTRACTIONS Vail – The largest single-mountain resort in the U.S. with 5,289 acres of skiable terrain, including Vail’s Front Side, famous Back Bowls, and Blue Sky Basin.

Beaver Creek – Located just 10 miles west of Vail. Offers great skiing with virtually no lift lines. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find everything you want at Beaver Creek plus a genuinely friendly atmosphere.

Walking Mountains Science Center – Located in Avon, this five-acre site provides the community with a place for hands-on learning and discovery. The campus boasts a wetland area, Buck Creek, aspen forests, and an indoor discovery center. For class schedule or hours of operation, call 970-827-9725.

Nature Discovery Center – Discover the wild side of Vail at this high mountain yurt next to the Eagle’s Nest gondola. Summer nature hikes and winter snowshoe tours available. Open seasonally. Call 970-754-4675 x 10 for schedule.

Vail Nature Center – Located across Gore Creek from the Ford Amphitheater. This five-acre preserve features trails and a visitor center that hosts daily programs on topics such as wildflowers, birds, and beavers. Call 970-479-2291 for hours of operation.

Mountain Statistics Vail

Beaver Creek

Skiable Terrain

5,289 acres

1,815 acres

Elevation at Base

8,120 feet

8,100 feet

Elevation at Summit

11,570 feet

11,440 feet

Vertical Rise

3,450 feet

3,340 feet

Number of Trails

193

149

Beginner Trails

18%

34%

Intermediate Trails

29%

38%

Advanced Trails

45%

28%

Average Annual Snowfall

366 inches

325 inches

Total Uphill Capacity

59,092 skiers/hour

34,220 skiers/hour

Snowmaking

461 acres

705 acres

Hours of Operation

9:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Back Bowls close at 3:00 P.M. Blue Sky Basin closes at 2:30 P.M. Snowsports School

970-754-8245

970-754-5300

Resort Information Center

970-754-8245

970-754-4636

Children’s Programs Vail: Children have their own special mountain areas such as Coyote Crossing at Lionshead, and Animal Kingdom at Golden Peak in Vail. Three to six-year-olds can join the Mogul Mice beginner’s class or the Super Stars class for those who are more advanced. Six to 13-year-olds can join an all-day class including lunch. Non-skiing children from two months to six years can spend the day at the Small World Day Care at Golden Peak (970-754-3200 x 1).

Beaver Creek: Beaver Creek offers lessons with grouping by age and ability so everyone has a great time (970-7545462). There are specially designed areas for children only with magical mountain adventures featuring fun ski-through attractions and NASTAR races. Non-skiing children from two months to six years receive excellent professional care and enjoy plenty of indoor and outdoor exercise at the Small World Play School. Call 970-754-5325.

Let us help you discover the remarkable. Reach out to the Guest Experience Concierge Team at 1-877-401-0684 or concierge@eastwest.com.

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