Steamboat Springs Visitors' Guide Spring 2014

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Spring Means Sport Days

Spring Skiing Locals' Tips on Paddling, Fishing & More Summer Sneak Preview

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Fields of glacier lilies appear as soon as the snow begins to melt.

Springtime in Steamboat Springs is legendary for bluebird skies, three-sport days, neon green aspen trees and warm après afternoons.

Spring skiing, in t-shirts and shell pants – plus plenty of sunscreen – is so much more laid back than frenzied powder days that for many locals, it’s the most fun time of ski season.

Fishing at the Stagecoach Reservoir tailwaters is superb, and the lakes start to open up too. Five local golf courses begin taking tee times as soon as the green grass allows, and early season hiking and biking opportunities expand daily.

Whitewater rafting and kayaking kick in as the spring runoff intensifies, and Fish Creek Falls puts on a display that is as photogenic as it is awe-inspiring. The days grow longer while the weather tends to be cool, creating perfect conditions for the Steamboat Marathon, one of the most scenic 26-mile courses in the country.

Diners begin to move outdoors, enjoying balcony, deck and sidewalk seating. Springtime shopping means sales, like the annual Sidewalk Sale held in March, and monthly First Friday Artwalks.

Spring is a time of anticipation, when first-time visitors are filled with excitement about their upcoming trip to Steamboat Springs, and when memories of previous fun-filled summer days in Steamboat are top-of-mind as returning guests begin making their plans to come back and see us soon.

We’d love to help you plan your visit to Steamboat, whether it’s a weekend getaway, corporate retreat, sports tournament, wedding or family vacation. Please give us a call at 970-879-0880, visit our website at steamboatsummer.com or stop by the Visitor Center when you get town.

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Table of Contents AC T I VI T I E S | L O D G I N G OUTDOORS | DINING | SHOPPING SERVICES | REAL ESTATE

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Spring Means - Sport Days

Spring Skiing Locals' Tips on Paddling, Fishing & More Summer Sneak Preview

About The Cover Steamboat Springs skier and biker Ed Briones gets the best of both worlds by biking for his turns. With studded snow tires on his bike, Briones leaves his car at home and bikes to the Steamboat Ski Area in his ski boots. Photographer Aryeh Copa knows what it’s like: he commuted by bike one full year, from Milner to Steamboat and back daily.

Welcome Letter 2 Steamboat’s Best-Loved Places Spring Skiing

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Skills and Turns, Mountain Concerts & Celebrations, Après Ski & Nightlife, Springalicious

Spring on Snow 16 Nordic Skiing & Races, Olympian Update

Spring on Water 20

PREMIERE SPRING EDITION

Kayaking, Rafting, Fishing

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Spring on Wheels 24 Roads, Trails & Tricks

Summer Events 26 River Fest, Rodeo, Marathon & Mustangs

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Summer on Foot 28 Hikes and Walking Tours

Summer Sports 29 Golf & Tennis

Family Fun

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Ideas for Moms & Dads

Local Knowledge

Arts & Culture 32

Locals share inside information about the town they love

Music, Movies & More

Local Business Spotlight 34

Hitting the Slopes in Spring by Erin Simmons-Nemec 10 Three-Sport Day by Mike Walker

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Paddling in the Yampa Valley by Dan Piano

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All about Stand-up Paddleboarding by Danny Tebbenkamp 21 Flyfishing Pro Tips by Johnny Spillane

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Snowmobiling Tips by Andrew Crockett

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Après Ski Tips by Mike Coy

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Spring's Best by Joey Rind

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In the Saddle by Becky Heid

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Today's Market by Kim Kreissig

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Spa Day Secrets by Pam Peretz

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Fashion in the 'Boat by Linda Cullen

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Datebook 36 Calendar of Events

City Map 78 Steamboat in the Summer

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Guides To Our Town Activities 43 Dining 47 Lodging 53 Outdoors 57 Real Estate 63 Services 67 WHere To Worship 72 Shopping 73

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Steamboat’s Best Loved Places Emerald Mountain Head to the heart of Steamboat Springs to find the gem of the valley: Emerald Mountain and the Howelsen Hill Sports Complex.

The mountain is a unique city park. In the winter, recreational skiers and future Olympians zip around the extensive Nordic trail system and lift-served alpine ski runs and ski jumps. Night skiing, tubing, an Olympic-caliber indoor ice rink, an historic ski lodge and Olympian Hall are all part of the complex. The snow melts to reveal more than 25 miles of singletrack multi-use trails, popular with mountain bikers. Ski jumpers train year-round on plastic-covered ski jumps, and an alpine slide, BMX park, skateboard park, horseback trails, athletic fields, picnic areas, and volleyball and tennis courts are among the amenities. Enter via Howelsen Hill Parkway, from Fifth Street, or by bike or on foot from the Yampa River Core Trail, which runs parallel to the complex. www.steamboatsprings.net | 970-879-4300

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Four miles east of downtown Steamboat Springs, the 283-foot waterfall pours out of the Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area. Named by early pioneers for the abundant fish in the creek below, these falls inspired the original 1937 Coors beer can. When Coors Light was

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Fish Creek Falls Fish Creek Falls is one of the top tourist attractions in the area.

introduced in 1978, Melton Falls, near Marble, replaced it. An ideal spot for a short handicap-accessible hike to views of the picturesque falls, it’s also a jumping-off point for miles of day hikes. From Lincoln Avenue, turn north on Third Street, then right on Fish Creek Falls Road. Follow it to the end. Daily parking fee: $5.

Tread of Pioneers Museum Check out early wooden plank skis, learn why Steamboat is home to more Olympic athletes than any other town in the nation, and experience what pioneer life was like 100 years ago in the Yampa Valley. Exhibits include “Ski Town USA”; “Steamboat Springs: The Land, The People, The Town”; Native American images and art; and “Snowflakes: Nature’s Dazzling Design Photograph Exhibition.”

Don’t miss the 1908 Queen Anne Victorian house, which features turn-of-the-century rooms including a ranch-style kitchen and Victorian dining room, parlor and bedroom. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. www.treadofpioneers.org | 970-879-2214

Bud Werner Memorial Library Steamboat’s library, which was remodeled and expanded in 2009, is both a hub for the local community and an incredible place to

hang out. Free film series (featuring documentaries, dance, and wildlife), community yoga practices and speakers like author Alan Weisman (March 17), keep the library exciting and fresh. There are extensive book and magazine collections, a lively children’s section with a fish tank and beanbags, comfortable chairs with commanding views of the river, public computers, wireless access and an in-house coffee shop. www.steamboatlibrary.org | 970-879-0240

Old Town Shopping District Browse extensive art galleries, find fashionable leather boots or your first authentic cowboy hat, enjoy a hot drink and a massage, and choose souvenirs for friends back home, all without ever getting in a car. Downtown Steamboat, otherwise known as Old Town, is less than three miles from the Steamboat Ski Area and just blocks away from Howelsen Hill. Restaurants, shops, spas and art galleries line Lincoln Avenue (aka U.S. 40) from Third to 13th streets. Parallel streets (Yampa and Oak streets) and side streets are also filled with extensive shopping and dining. Special events, from the Winter Carnival to the summer’s Farmers' Markets, take place downtown.

Free city buses and hotel shuttles connect the mountain to Old Town.

Spring Skiing

Bluebird days are best on mountains It doesn’t last long, but the orange-pink alpenglow that lights up Mount Werner is one of the most beautiful sights in the valley.

Local Knowledge

Hitting the slopes in spring Erin Simmons-Nemec is a 2006 Olympian in Snowboard Cross (Canada) and a three-time silver medalist in the Winter X Games. She lives in Steamboat with her husband and two young boys. ► Spring riding is super fun, but has its challenges, too. Hit the push piles of snow to avoid any ice areas, and don’t go down the middle of the run – the snow is usually better on the edges. ► If you want those high-speed, super-fast groomers, go bright and early in the morning. After lunchtime can be even better if you’re looking for the fun, soft corn snow. ► The terrain park is really fun in the spring: the halfpipe and jumps soften and the rails seem less intimidating. ► Wear a long sleeve t-shirt and a spring jacket or shell. Layers are good in the spring: when you get hot, take one off. T-shirts can be fun, but if you fall the snow can scrape your arms, leaving you with a red rash or ice burn – no fun. ► I love riding in the spring. The snow is soft, and skiers and riders are happy and smiling, getting goggle tans and chatting about what deck to sit on for après drinks!

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Ski with Olympians Billy Kidd and Nelson Carmichael and get tips from the pros for free. Check the boards at the top and bottom of the gondola to see if Billy is skiing, then meet at 1 p.m. at Thunderhead Peak. Nelson’s mogul clinic is at 1 p.m. on select Sundays – check the grooming report to see if it is happening, then meet at Four Points.

Or, for a more intensive and personalized experience, try a workshop. Specialized workshops include Billy Kidd Race Camp for improving carving, racing and skills in powder, bumps and trees; and Women’s Only workshops hosted by Olympians Caroline Lalive and Ann Battelle to improve skills and build camaraderie. Freestyle Park and Pipe sessions explore the latest jumps, spins and grabs, and individual and group lessons are offered for all abilities. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111

Carve through the night When the sun goes down and the alpenglow fades, head for the mountain to round out the on-snow experience with night skiing.

Trails off of Christie Peak offer about 1,100 vertical feet of lit terrain for the first time this year. Enjoy freshly groomed runs under the illumination of top-notch lighting technology that brightens snow while minimizing glare and reflected light. Night skiing is available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. in the spring.

Single-night ticket prices start at $29, adults; $19, teens; $9, children. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111

Bike the Snow Who needs wheels? With snowbikes, trade wheels for skis and race down the Steamboat Ski Area. The sport is fairly easy to pick up, and lets novice skiers and snowboarders access areas of the mountain they may not have been comfortable on with skis or a board. Complete a Learn to Snowbike class through the Steamboat Snowsports School, then ride away. Snowbikes are available for rental through the Snowsports School or at Powder Pursuits Shred Shop at the Steamboat Grand. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111; www.powderpursuits.com | 970-879-9086

Explore on foot Discover the mountain habitat, flora and fauna with a naturalist during a free guided interpretive tour from Yampatika on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Or take in expansive views during a free guided snowshoe tour from Steamboat’s Ambassadors. For the full treatment, join a Steamboat Ambassador for a fun and informative snowshoe tour followed by a gourmet lunch at Hazie’s or Ragnar’s. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111

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We dance in our ski boots Sundog performs an après ski show at the Bear River Umbrella Bar.

Rock out at the mountain After that last run down the mountain on spring Saturdays, stash your gear and head to the ski area base for the Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Music Series. Meet up with your friends, grab a drink or app, and dance to everything from honky tonk to bluegrass. All bands begin playing at 3:30 p. m. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111 March 1 – The Pimps of Joytime: A dance party might break out when this Brooklyn-based band plays their blend of Afro-beat, salsa, electronica and rock and roll.

March 8 – The Wailers: They played with Bob Marley and now bring their Caribbean rhythms around the world… and to Steamboat.

March 15 – New Orleans Suspects: Experienced musicians create high-energy music rooted in modern New Orleans sound, jazz, soul, funk and boogie-woogie.

March 22 – Naia Kete: A contestant on Season 2 of the Voice, Naia inspires listeners with her honest, fresh and soulful pop.

March 29 – Giving Tree Band: Harmonized, down-home style.

Called “the American answer to Mumford & Sons.”

April 5 – Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds: The Sister’s strong, bluesy voice is backed by brass, harmonica, bass, drums and guitar.

April 12 – MarchFourth Marching Band: With marching band costumes, a five-piece percussion corps and seven-part brass section, this band turns music into entertainment.

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April 13 (Closing Day) – G. Love and Special Sauce: The three-member alternative funk band with a laid-black bluesy sound gets everyone grooving.

Celebrate Mountain Style For a memorable Valentine’s Day, or a magical evening out, take a snowcat high atop the mountain to the new Four Points Lodge for a five-course culinary experience rooted in the traditions and flavors of Northern Italy. Or enjoy a snowcat sleigh ride under the stars to a gourmet Scandinavian-inspired dinner at Ragnar’s.

Watch fireworks sparkle over the snow during the Torchlight Parade and fireworks shows. A spectacular on-snow parade down the mountain, lit only by glowing torches, is followed by dazzling fireworks. Dress warmly and watch the festivities from the Bear River Deck or Gondola Square, Friday, Feb. 14, and Monday, March 17.

Celebrate Mardi Gras mountain style with free concerts, parades, a Cajun barbecue, beer festival and more, all at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area from Thursday, Feb. 27, through Tuesday, March 4. Don’t miss the Fat Tuesday celebration featuring snow sculpture contests at the chairlifts, special activities, and plenty of beads to go around.

Was that a leprechaun skiing down Buddy’s Run? You won’t know unless you check out St. Patrick’s Day on the mountain. Don’t forget your green. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111

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Spring Skiing Reward yourself after a long day on the slopes with après ski Steamboatstyle. Show up in your ski gear and toast the setting sun, or shower and change to head out for a night on the town.

Après Ski & Nightlife Slopeside Grill: Great sun and on the side of a ski run. Outdoor ice bar and live music.

Bear River Umbrella Bar: In the heart of the base area with live music.

Truffle Pig: Heating lamps, fire pit, deck overlooking the slopes.

Gondola Pub & Grill: Outside deck and live music inside.

T Bar: Housed in a former ski patroller trailer, this is the locals’ choice for beer and bite.

Live Entertainment: Old Town Pub, Western BBQ, Sweetwater Grill, Carl’s Tavern Bars of Note: McKnight’s Irish Pub, Cugino’s, The Boathouse, Mahogany Ridge Brewery, Tap House Sports Grill, Steamboat Smokehouse, Rex’s Upscale: Harwig’s/L’Apogée, Saddles Bar, Hazie’s, bistro c.v., Café Diva, The Laundry For a complete list of bars and restaurants, see the BCEdge_VisGuide201415_E2-PQ300_Layout 1 2/2/14 7:48 AM Page 1 Dining listings, beginning on p. VG 50.

Sunset is just the beginning One of the most popular après ski destinations is the Sunset Happy Hour atop Thunderhead Peak. Call ahead for dates – the final happy hour of the season is Thursday, April 10.

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Watch the town turn to twinkling lights on the gondola ride up to Sunset Happy Hour at Thunderhead Peak. Ready your camera as the sun sinks, leaving the sky in a flurry of color and dusting the mountains with rosy alpenglow. Drink specials and live music. Select Thursday and Sunday nights through the season. www.steamboat.com | 970-871-5150

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All of the colors in the box make it down the slope for the Cardboard Classic, one of the oldest traditions on the mountain.

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Grab your family and friends and head to the Steamboat Ski Area for the grand finale events. www.steamboat.com | 970-879-6111

Cardboard Classic

Cardboard, glue, string, paint, duct tape and masking tape. With a thoughtful team, those materials can deliver speed. Past Cardboard Classic races have featured Viking ships, motorcycles, a bulldozer, a massive doughnut – the possibilities are endless. The resulting race is unique, creative and hilarious. Starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 12 at the base of the ski area.

Splashdown Pond Skimming Competition

Wear a wild outfit and keep up your speed as you attempt to cross a frigid pond in the snow at the mountain's base. The competition is judged on distance skimmed, outfit creativity and crowd response. If you’re not brave enough to jump in the icy waters, you can cheer for your favorites. Sunday, April 13.

Closing Day

The best way to bid farewell to another phenomenal season: assemble a group of friends, and enjoy your favorite runs on the mountain. When you get to the base, don’t miss the Pond Skim or the final free concert. And remember – next ski season will be here before you know it. Sunday, April 13.

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SPRING ON SNOW Nordic Skiing

Ski the Crust

With top-notch Nordic centers and miles of trails through National Forest, Steamboat Springs offers opportunities for all things Nordic. Long, sunny spring days mean opportunities to hit the trails for a quick loop or longer glides.

In spring, local Nordic skiers start watching temperatures to try to catch the crust, which forms when snow melts during warm, sunny days, then freezes during cold clear nights. Skiing crust is freeing: float along in any direction and make your own trails. Open rolling terrain on Rabbit Ears Pass is a favorite. Start early and finish no later than midmorning to avoid soft and punchy snow.

Lake Catamount: Open, rolling terrain; 30km of groomed trails.

Crust skiing in spring. www.steamboatxcski.com | 970-871-6667 Howelsen Hill: An extensive trail system with 21km of groomed trails in the heart of downtown Steamboat. www.steamboatsprings.net/ski | 970-879-8499 Steamboat Ski Touring Center: 15km of groomed trails, a snowshoe trail, a Nordic ski shop, hearty lunches and snacks, plus rentals, lessons, clinics and tours. Open through early April. www.steamboatnordiccenter.com | 970-879-8180 Haymaker Nordic Center: New this year, with 8km of trail on flat to rolling terrain. www.steamboatxcski.com | 970-879-9444 Steamboat Lake and Stagecoach State Parks: Each state park offers about 15km of groomed trails surrounding their lakes.

Rabbit Ears and Buffalo Passes: Trails are marked but not groomed, and favorites for classic skiing and snowshoeing include the 3.7-mile Loop 1A, and for experienced adventurers, the Hogan Park Trail linking Rabbit Ears Pass to the Steamboat Ski Area.

Race for Fun The Steamboat Pentathlon may seem like an event only for the brave. But locals know better – it’s really a full day of fun.

Racers work individually or in teams to tackle five disciplines: alpine skiing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, biking and running.

It’s rare for a racer to be an expert in all five events. That levels the playing field and creates a challenge for even elite competitors.

The Pentathlon is a locals’ favorite – some have participated or volunteered since the race’s inception more than 20 years ago – and is gaining notoriety outside of Steamboat as well.

All legs start and finish at the transition area at Howelsen Hill, making this race an exciting one for friends and family to watch.

The race finishes with a delicious lunch and a rockin’ post-race party.

Register by Monday, March 3 for the race at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 8. www.steamboatpentathlon.com | 970-879-4300

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Just because the daylight ends, doesn’t mean the fun does.

Introducing Night Skiing and Riding State-of-the-art lighting will illuminate trails off the Christie Peak Express lift for this coming season. Beginning December 20th you’ll be able to enjoy night skiing and riding on Sitz, See Me, Vogue, Stampede and Lil’ Rodeo, including the Lil’ Rodeo terrain park. Night skiing will be offered from 5:30-8:30pm every FridaySunday through the end of March and nightly during the Christmas holiday.

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The Glide the Divide, aka the North Routt Coureur des Bois, is arguably one of the most challenging single-day ski races in the world. A 55km course takes skiers to the Wyoming line and over the Divide, and a 100km course pushes advanced skiers to the limit. A 15km option is also available. Saturday, March 15. www.glidethedivide.com Dress up in an Olympic/Viking themed costume and bring the family for the Håkan Memorial Nordic Fest, with Nordic events and prizes at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center.

Admission is by a donation to the Håkan Memorial Fund, which supports local Nordic skiers and jumpers. Saturday, March 22. www.steamboatnordiccenter.com | 970-879-8180

OLYMPIC UPDATE Fifteen skiers and riders with strong ties to Steamboat Springs and the Winter Sports Club are representing their home countries at the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi. Nine will ski/ride for the United States; six others for other countries, including Australia (3), the Czech Republic (1), Russia (1) and Canada (1).

Todd Lodwick, a Nordic Combined veteran who already has 29 World Cup medals, including a silver medal from the 2010 Games, leads the contingency. He is the only American athlete to represent the U.S. in six Winter Olympics.

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the valley floor. Since it’s early season for biking, and I’m only on the second leg, I aim for 25 to 30 miles at a mellow pace. I like to head out to the Mesa Schoolhouse, aka the little red schoolhouse.

Bring plenty of snacks. I enjoy croissants with Nutella, or sandwiches with brie and summer sausage – anything that packs in the calories and tastes good.

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Return to town for a substantial lunch, like a big, healthy sandwich at the Drunken Onion or Colorado Bagel Company and Deli. Rest for a couple of hours and prepare for the last leg.

Mike Walker and his wife, Kimberly, rest during a spring bike ride.

Kayak, road bike, alpine ski; run, skate ski, snow bike… There are lots of ways to do a three-sport day, but two things stay the same: finishing the day is exhilarating, and spring in Steamboat is a great time to try it.

Mike Walker supervises the night janitor crew at the Steamboat Ski Area. Here’s his take on a spring day of skate skiing, road biking and alpine touring.

6 a.m. Wake up, drink some coffee or water and check

4:45 p.m. The mountain is closed, but that doesn’t mean there

aren’t turns to be had. Park at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area, then skin up to the top of Thunderhead. Hang out until the sun is just starting to set, then ski down into the orange alpenglow.

Enjoy the quiet and solitude of the mountain.

7 p.m. Return home for a hot shower and homemade dinner

of pasta, chicken and salad. Post pics on Facebook, then hit the bed early.

temperatures. If conditions look good for skate skiing, call friends and head up to Rabbit Ears Pass.

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Skate ski the crust on Rabbit Ears. Any of the meadows on the right side (mostly southern) are good.

With the right conditions, you can skate the crust for miles, creating your own trail through forests and meadows. I aim for eight to 10 miles of skating, covering up to 1,000 vertical feet.

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Back to town for a light breakfast, maybe a bagel or English muffin, then a short rest while temperatures warm up enough for the next leg: road biking. Don’t forget to stretch.

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Once the temperatures climb to the 30s or 40s, you’re ready to hit the road. Dress warm and spin around

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► In Steamboat, all of the activities are right out your door, so three-sport days are possible. ► The aim of the triple-sport day is not to push any of the sports – you’re just going out to have fun, and you end up with a good workout at the end. ► Stay hydrated. ► Being in good shape is critical to having fun, especially on the third leg. ► Take lots of pictures.

A mellow paced ride for 25 to 30 miles fits nicely into Mike Walker’s three-sport day.

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Rivers are for riding

Kayaker Dan Piano navigates the Elk River just above the Class V Box Falls during a warm spring day.

Local Knowledge

Paddling in the Yampa Valley Dan Piano has been paddling for more than 20 years and teaches river kayaking and swift water rescue at Colorado Mountain College.

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With beginner to expert runs and world-class play features, Steamboat Springs is a totally unique destination for kayaking. That’s why I moved here. Plus, you can make a run, get out of the river and head straight to happy hour.

2. Be heads-up for wood in the water. In smaller creeks like Fish Creek, wood can be dangerous.

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Prepare for the water to be cold. Wear a drysuit with appropriate layering underneath – just like you’d layer up for a day of skiing.

4. The learning curve for kayaking is steep, but once you get it, there’s no other sensation like it.

5. Take a lesson. And when you roll, keep your head down.

It’s instinctual to lift your head up, but that creates incredible momentum against the roll and will flip you back down.

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Entering a Class V river is like being on a roller coaster with no brakes. Once you commit, there’s no stopping ‘til the rapid is complete.

7. Any time between April and June, go down to the river behind the library downtown at 4 p.m. You’re guaranteed to meet local paddlers. We have a tight, small community of paddlers here, and we love helping people get involved with this awesome sport!

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Kayaking ► Beginners: Practice rolling your kayak in Fetcher Pond, then try the Class I section of the Yampa River from River Creek Park to Fetcher Pond. The river is calm and the views are gorgeous. ► Intermediate paddlers: Paddle the Yampa River from Fetcher Pond to the Rabbit Ears Motel for Class II to III water, then continue downtown through Class III rapids to the manmade whitewater features including the C and D holes. ► Experts only: One of the most difficult runs is the Class V Fish Creek. The upper section, which starts at the base of Fish Creek Falls, is the hardest. Other favorites include Cross Mountain Canyon west of town, past Maybell, which offers Class III to V rapids through a scenic gorge in the middle of the wilderness, and the Elk Box on the Elk River starting high up Seedhouse Road.

Backdoor Sports, www.backdoorsports.com | 970-879-6249 and Mountain Sports Kayak School, www.mountainsportskayak.com | 970-879-8794 for kayak rentals and lessons.

Rafting Take the whole family down a river with a guided rafting trip. Local guiding operations offer a range of trips from mellow floats to Class IV adventures, starting in mid-May. Beginners and intermediates will enjoy rafting through the heart of downtown Steamboat along the Yampa, experiencing whitewater in the Elk River, or driving a bit further for a ride through the canyons of the Colorado River south of Steamboat.

Intermediate to advanced boaters can try the whitewater in the Elk River, North Platte, and Eagle rivers, and the most adventurous and experienced can head to Cross Mountain for intense whitewater.

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All about Stand-up paddleboarding

Danny Tebbenkamp negotiates the spring whitewater.

Danny Tebbenkamp is the owner and lead instructor of Steamboat Paddleboard Adventures, which brings one of the fastest-growing water sports – stand-up paddleboarding – to Steamboat Springs. ► Steamboat offers great places for stand-up paddleboarding. Fetcher Pond, local lakes or the upper stretches of the Yampa River are good for beginners. More advanced paddlers can head for the whitewater through downtown, or try a day trip to the upper Colorado River. ► One challenge for beginners is paddling straight without switching your paddle from side to side. The key is to keep the shaft of the paddle straight up and down: if it’s at an angle, the board turns. ► To get on a paddleboard, start on your knees and look forward, not down, when you stand. Keep your knees slightly bent and start with your feet parallel to each other, centered on the board. ► Stand-up paddleboarding is a great workout, and can take your balance and core strength to a new level. ► Paddleboards are super stable, so most paddlers stay upright on lakes. When you’re ready for the river, know you’ll fall in. The river is ever-changing and powerful, so it will get the best of you some days. Just try to conquer a section at a time.

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Spring on Water The fish bite year-round in Steamboat Springs, and spring is no different. Be prepared to reel in some big ones.

Feb.-March: On sunny days, the weather is comfortable and fish are hungry. Ice on the Yampa River is thawing out, and fish haven’t seen flies all winter. At the tailwaters at Stagecoach and Sarvis Creek, large fish enter shallow water to spawn, and are eager and aggressive.

April-May:

An excellent time to fish the Yampa. In late spring, fish in the morning and mid-afternoon to avoid runoff water that is cold and muddy. Also try Steamboat Lake, Stagecoach Lake and Pearl Lake, where melting ice along the edges draw big fish to the surface. Nearby creeks are also good as large rainbows move in to spawn.

June: The sun is shining, temperatures are

warm, and the Yampa River through town is still a favorite, especially from morning until noon. Try a float trip west of town for another adventure.

Local Knowledge Flyfishing Pro tips

Johnny Spillane – owner of Steamboat Flyfisher and three-time Olympic silver medalist

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We’re fortunate in the valley to have one of the premier big-fish rivers in the country. The Yampa River offers one of the best opportunities to catch a fish of a lifetime. We see fish bigger than 25 inches, sometimes up to 30 inches.

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Johnny Spillane helps an aspiring For beginners and visitors, guided fisherman land a rainbow trout on the trips are a great way to learn techniques Yampa River outside of Milner. and understand the local rivers and best fishing areas. Stop in a local fly shop to ask what flies and hatches are working.

3. Bring layers and don’t forget sunglasses and a good hat.

4. One of my favorite spots to fish is the Chuck Lewis State Wildlife area. This fishing is always good and it’s quiet. You drive a couple miles out of town and feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere.

5. Bring the kids. Fishing is a sport the entire family can enjoy. I bring my daughters (ages three and one) all the time. I’ll catch the fish and hand the rod to my 3-year-old, then she takes it from there.

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Roads are quiet and smooth Moots employee Nate Bradley pedals up a hill on Routt County Road 33.

Biking Mountain passes, rolling hills, low traffic and big views make Steamboat Springs an undiscovered gem for road riding. Steamboat isn’t locked into a box canyon or divided by a major highway, and has a lower starting elevation of about 6,700 feet, letting you ride all day. ► River Road (RCR 14): Ride along the Yampa River and take in views of the Ski Area. ► Twentymile Road: Bike miles of rolling ranchland in this outand-back that can be linked with other roads for longer loops. ► Elk River Road (RCR 129): Pedal along the meandering river, past historic ranches and into Clark or further.

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You don’t have to go further than main street to find vintage automobiles during the Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup. Teams of judges rate each car’s engine, interior, exterior, wheels and overall appearance.

Ride the waves The Yampa River Festival is a quintessential Steamboat Springs event: with its down-home, grassroots feel, it’s all about having a good time on the water. The festival started more than 30 years ago and showcases the Yampa River, which flows right through town and offers river fun for beginning to advanced paddlers. Events include freestyle rodeo, a creek race, and slalom course for kayakers; races and obstacle courses for stand-up paddleboarders; and raft races. Don’t miss the crowd favorites: the tube rodeo and the Crazy River Dog competition.

The festival coincides with the Steamboat Marathon, allowing spectators and runners to walk from the marathon finish line to the river events. Friday, May 30 – Sunday, June 1 | www.FriendsoftheYampa.com

Run the scenic route A challenging race known for its views and beauty, the Steamboat Marathon is a favorite for local and visiting runners alike. The epic course starts high in the Elk River Valley at historic Hahn’s Peak Village, then follows the roaring Elk River through rolling ranch land bordered by snow-capped mountains. Starting elevation is 8,128 feet, and the course finishes 1,400 feet lower in downtown Steamboat Springs.

The course is USA Track and Field-certified, making the race a

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qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Half Marathon and 10km races are also offered, and a free “fun run” for children ages 5 years and older takes place downtown. Featured lodging deals are available online. Sunday, June 1 | www.steamboatmarathon.com

Experience the power of a Mustang Get ready for the rev of engines and shiny chrome as more than 450 Ford Mustangs make their way to Steamboat for the Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup on Father’s Day weekend. Lincoln Avenue is lined with gleaming cars, hoods open and sunroofs down at the Show n’ Shine on Saturday. Or cheer on the drivers as they race around the Meadows parking lot at the autocross event on Friday. A scenic mountain tour, evening social and awards breakfast round out the event for drivers.

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See the real west On cool summer nights at the base of Emerald Mountain, join in the event that showcases Western heritage and has been part of local culture for more than 100 years: the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo.

Steamboat has always been home to skilled cowboys and cowgirls, making rodeo a part of many community events. In the early 1900s,

spectators formed a rodeo ring by positioning horses in a circle, heads turned in; later, they used cars. Now, the action takes place in the Brent Romick Rodeo Arena at Howelsen Hill.

Start the night with an old-fashioned Western barbecue dinner, choosing from brats to ribs, and beer to wine. Then find a seat and hold on to your hat as professional rodeo riders wrestle steers, ride bulls and race around barrels. Team roping, saddle bronc riding, a clown act and bareback riding are also featured. Little cowboys and cowgirls get their chance in the spotlight at the calf and ram scrambles, in which children try to grab a ribbon off a calf or ram.

Steamboat’s rodeo is sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and takes place Friday and Saturday evenings, through the summer and special performances July 4 and 5.

Tickets are $20 for adults ($18 pre-sale), $10 for children 7 to 15 ($9 pre-sale), and free for children 6 and under. www.steamboatprorodeo.com | 970-879-1818

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A cowgirl speeds around the barrels during the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo. The rodeo starts at 7:30 p.m., except during the Fourth of July weekend, when performances begin at 6:30 p.m.

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Summer On Foot Early summer hikes Happiness is on the trail

Though the high peaks are still snowy, there are plenty of miles to cover by foot. Hike to the top of the Emerald Mountain Quarry: the trail is accessible from downtown, gains about 1,000 feet in two miles, and provides panoramas of the whole city. Or drive five miles out of town to the Mad Creek Trail, which climbs steeply above the roaring creek along an exposed hillside, reaching the “Mad House” (an old Forest Service Guardhouse) in 1.5 miles. For a peaceful hike through town, try the Yampa River Core Trail.

The 7.5-mile paved trail follows the Yampa River from the mountain area to West Steamboat.

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Walking Tours

Columbines, Colorado’s state flower, bloom in profusion during late spring and early summer.

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Get to know Steamboat on foot with one of three self-guided walking tours published by the Tread of Pioneers. www.treadofpioneers.org | 970-879-2214 Historic Walking Tour: Stroll downtown to discover buildings dating back to the late 1800s and nine of the area’s more than 150 mineral springs. The tour highlights historic buildings such as the Carver Power Plant (now Centennial Hall), which was built in 1900, making Steamboat the first town in Northwest Colorado to provide residents with electricity; or the Giamboni house, built in 1889 for brothers Henry and Camillo, the first commercial ski makers in Steamboat.

Summer Sports Mineral Springs Walking Tour: Get close to the hot, bubbling waters of seven mineral springs in downtown Steamboat Springs.

Like Iron Spring, which was frequented by Steamboat’s founder James Crawford, whose granddaughter described drinking “Iron Spring lemonade” or lemon juice and sugar mixed with water from the spring for fizz.

Olympic Heritage Walking Tour: What makes a three-wire winter? What’s it feel like to ski jump? Who was the Flying Norseman?

Learn the answers to these questions while exploring Steamboat’s heritage of Olympians.

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Family Fun

Family time is fun time Everyday’s a holiday when you spend your family vacation in Steamboat Springs. Spring is especially fun because it includes Mother’s and Father’s Day. Here are top picks for family fun in the ‘Boat.

Show Mom views of a lifetime in a hot air balloon ride. Before the sun rises, grab a thermos of hot coffee and a camera, and climb aboard the balloon’s wicker basket. Slip quietly into the sky, the colorful silk pulling higher and higher. Watch how the city comes awake and the Yampa Valley turns into rolling mountains. www.wildwestballooning.com | 970-879-7219 Or, choose a helicopter tour and speed above town for expansive views of the Steamboat Ski Area, Fish Creek Falls, Rabbit Ears, the Zirkel Wilderness and North Routt. www.zephyrhelicopter.com | 970-879-0494 Stroll with Mom through the Yampa River Botanic Park.

One of the few of its kind in Colorado, this park boasts more than 40 gardens on six acres. It supports plants from the entire Yampa River Basin with carefully planned microclimates and berms, ponds and a running stream. Children are drawn to the web of paths through gardens, stepping stones over streams, sculptures throughout and a children’s garden. The park is free and open to the public from dawn to dusk, starting in May. www.yampariverbotanicpark.org | 970-846-5172 No one deserves a day at a spa more than Mom. Treat her to a relaxing massage from one of Steamboat’s body work professionals. From Swedish to Thai, deep tissue to hot stone, Steamboat boasts more than a dozen types of massage. Day spas offer a full range of services from massage to facials, body scrubs, skin treatments, hair, nails and waxing.

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Head to Old Town Hot Springs in the heart of downtown for a soak. In addition to mineral pools, there are two 230-foot water slides, a custom-designed hot pool with a climbing wall, an Olympicsized lap pool – plus gym and massage facilities. Open every day. www.sshra.org | 970-879-1828 Or relax in hot mineral springs amidst an aspen and pine forest at the Strawberry Park Hot Springs. River rock walls, sandy paths and a tipi and cabin for changing all contribute to the natural feel. Open at 10 a.m. daily; clothing is optional after dark and no one under 18 is admitted after sunset. The springs are seven miles from downtown Steamboat, including three miles of unimproved dirt road that requires four-wheel drive or chains. Shuttles are recommended for safe and comfortable transport in winter months. www.strawberryhotsprings.com | 970-879-0342 VG 30 | ONLINE A T WWW. steamboatCHAMB ER .com

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Mom’s Picks

See the town from a different view on a hot air balloon ride.

Balloons launch in the early morning and include a continental breakfast, flight certificate and traditional Champagne ceremony.

Dad’s Picks

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Get lost in a giant maze, play a round of miniature golf, and watch Dad skim across water in a Water Walker ball, all at the Amaze’n Steamboat Family Fun Park located behind the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association Visitors’ Center. Other family fun includes Lazer Games, Squirt Gun Fun, a Bungee Trampoline, gemstone panning and shoot’n shower basketball. Opens Memorial Day Weekend. www.amazensteamboat.com Crash into Dad’s bumper car – on ice. Propelled by a small golf cart-like motor with hand controls, the ice bumper cars have four tiny wheels that let drivers glide and bump until everyone is smiling. The Howelsen Ice Arena offers bumper cars on ice and public skate sessions on a regular basis. Schedule and pricing available online. www.steamboatsprings.net/ice | 970-871-7033

Cheer on Dad as he makes a strike at Steamboat’s Snow Bowl, which offers Cosmic bowling (Friday nights), Cosmic karaoke bowling (Saturday nights) and bumpers to help little ones keep their balls out of the gutter. Pool tables, a snack bar and a full-service bar round out this popular center’s amenities. Dollar night on Sundays and Tuesdays. www.snowbowl.net | 970-879-9840 Let Dad feel the rush on The Howler Alpine Slide, an exhilarating 2,400-foot track that curves down Howelsen Hill. Open Memorial Day Weekend and May 31 and June 1, then daily starting June 5. www.steamboatalpineslide.com | 970-819-8010 Dad can take a shot and sharpen his marksmanship at Three Quarter Circles, a 12-station sporting clay course, designed to accommodate beginners, competitors and sportsmen. Open May 1 for the season. www.3qc.net | 970-846-5647

Since the days of the Utes, people have enjoyed the mineral-rich hot springs in the heart of town.

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Arts and Culture Find a seat in the renowned Strings Music Pavilion and enjoy premier performances in an intimate setting. Each year, the Strings Music Festival brings more than 75 performances from Grammy award-winners to principal orchestra players. Performers this spring include Darrell Scott and Tim O’Brien, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, and Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul. www.stringsmusicfestival.com | 970-879-5056 An iconic entertainment landmark in the center of downtown Steamboat Springs, the Chief Theater is quickly becoming a hub of culture and entertainment. After reopening in 2013 as a cultural and performing arts center, the Chief has brought eclectic and inspiring programming to the valley, including music, theater, comedy and film. www.chieftheater.org | 970-871-4791 Grab a bottomless bag of popcorn, candy and a soda, and enjoy a few hours of pure relaxation at Steamboat’s Wildhorse Stadium 6 movie theater.

Bud Werner Memorial Library hosts the Free Foreign Film Series at the Chief Theater, featuring award-winning foreign and independent films on select nights. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. The library also hosts free documentary films throughout the year in Library Hall, including Wild Films, a selection of award-winning films from the International Wildlife Film Festival, and LUNAFEST (Thursday, March 6), a nationally touring film festival featuring award-winning short films by, or about women. www.steamboatlibrary.org/events | 970-879-0240

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Stroll the shops of downtown Steamboat Springs and experience the breadth and quality of art in the Yampa Valley during First Friday Artwalks. Art ranges from landscape photography to silverwork to oil paintings and more. The self-guided walking tours of art exhibitions and other venues are free to the public and open 5-8 p.m., the first Friday of every month. www.steamboatartcenter.com

The Depot A historic train stop built in 1909, The Depot is a center for arts and humanities in the Yampa Valley. Shows change monthly and include “Palettes: A Taste for the Arts,” an exhibition integrating visual art, food, music, poetry and performance in February; a youth art show in April; and a clay artisans showcase in June. www.steamboatarts.org | 970-879-9008

Steamboat Art Museum Peek into a hidden world of Russian paintings from the 1930s to the 1980s at this private exhibit at the Steamboat Art Museum. Fifty Russian paintings depict midcentury Russian life – family dinners, holiday gatherings, historical events, landscapes – and reflect political and cultural sentiments of the era. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. through April 12. www.steamboatartmuseum.org | 970-870-1755

Take advantage of high quality art instruction in a variety of media through the Yampa Valley Art Institute. Classes and workshops cover ceramics, painting, jewelry making, batik and more. At the Steamboat Arts and Crafts Gym, children can make their own artistic creations, and leave the mess behind. www.steamboatartsandcraftsgym.com | 970-870-0384 Find your inner artist at Splatz, where you and your friends follow simple steps to recreate the featured picture, and go home with your one-of-a-kind masterpiece. No previous art experience is necessary. www.splatzpainting.com | 970-871-7904

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Chula Beauregard paints en plein air at the historic Elkhead Schoolhouse.

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Fenton and his team have worked to get PowerICE into the mouths of elite athletes across the country, from professional football players to Olympians. The response has been overwhelmingly positive.

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Six-time Olympian Todd Lodwick is also a fan. “It provides a refreshing blast of recovery after exercise,” Lodwick says. “It’s a product like no other.”

The ice bar cools him down from the inside, helping Lodwick recover faster.

“It aids in my ability to become a better athlete,” he says.

PowerICE’s reach isn’t limited to athletes: the company is working to bring its innovative products to the health care field.

Patients who are required to stay on a clear liquid diet can benefit by choosing natural products with electrolytes, rather than

traditional alternatives.

Yampa Valley Medical Center distributes PowerICE, and other hospitals – including the Miami Children’s Hospitals – are picking up the product.

PowerICE was started in New York several years ago, then moved to Steamboat Springs in summer 2012. Steamboat, Fenton says, is the ideal home for PowerICE. “We think Steamboat is a great place to build and grow a company that is focused on benefiting the elite athlete,” Fenton says. “We have more Olympians in this town than any town in the country, and that’s important to us.”

With a core group of local athletes, researching and testing PowerICE is straightforward. Plus, other local outdoor businesses – like SmartWool, BAP, Honeystinger and Moots – all contribute to creating a distinctive business setting in a ski town.

PowerICE employees are encouraged to maintain a good work/ life balance and to enjoy the outdoor activities that Steamboat offers.

“If it’s a powder morning, make sure you get out and make a few turns,” Fenton says.

And all employees, including Fenton, enjoy the product.

“Anybody would be hard-pressed to look in the freezer and find something that’s only 30 calories,” Fenton says. “It just makes a great 30-calorie snack, period. I eat it every day. And I love it.”

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Datebook Ongoing

February

Community Dance/Movement Series,

4-6 15th Airline Partners’ Summit,

open class series, second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m., Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School, sponsored by Steamboat Dance Theatre, www.steamboatdancetheatre.org

Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

5-9 101st Annual Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival, Ski Jumping, Ski Racing, Biathlon, Street Events, Night Extravaganza, Cross Country Races, Lighted Man, Telemark Races, Diamond Hitch Parade, Torchlight Parade and fireworks, Howelsen Hill and downtown Steamboat Springs, Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, 970-879-0695

The Depot, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; noon4 p.m., Saturdays; Steamboat Springs Arts Council, www.steamboatspringsarts.com

Farmer’s Market, Saturdays, June 14-Sept. 13, Seventh St. and Yampa Ave., www.mainstreetsteamboat.com

First Friday Artwalk, every month on the first

7 First Friday Artwalk, various galleries and other venues in the downtown area, 5-8 p.m., www.steamboatartcenter.com

Friday, 5-8 p.m., various galleries and other venues in the downtown area, www.steamboatspringsartwalk.com

7 Women’s Cross Country Ski Series,

Flamenco For Beginners, Wednesdays, noon-1

10-11:30 a.m., Lake Catamount Touring Center, 970-871-6667

p.m., The Depot, Steamboat Dance Theatre, www.steamboatdancetheatre.org

Focus Adventures Local Photo Tours of the Yampa Valley, guided by Karen Gordon

8 50th Anniversary of Kidd’s Historic Olympic Medal, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

10-15 Telemark World Cup, Steamboat Ski Area, Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, 970-879-0695, www.sswsc.org

11-13 Women’s Ski Clinic, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

14 Darrell Scott & Tim O’Brien, country and bluegrass music, 7:30 p.m., Strings Music Pavilion, 970-879-5056, www.stringsmusicfestival.com

14 Moonlight Snowshoe Tour, Emerald Mountain and Howelsen Hill, Yampatika, 970-871-9151

14 Women’s Cross Country Ski Series, 10-11:30 a.m., Lake Catamount Touring Center, 970-871-6667

14 Valentine’s Torchlight Parade & Fireworks, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

14 John McEuen Presents A Nitty Gritty Valentine, 7 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.com

Schulman, professional photographic artist and educator, 970-879-2244, www.focusadventures.com

Foundations of Steamboat: The Summer Family, through September

YAMPATIKA

Winter Programs

2014, Tread of Pioneers Museum, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday, 970-879-2214, www.treadofpioneers.org

Yampatika offers environmental education programs to children and adults. Winter programs (though March) include:

Jasmir Belly Dance Classes,

Monday nights through Feb. 24, 7-8 p.m., The Depot, 970-875-1164

► Ski with a Naturalist: Meet at the Why Not trailhead on a Tuesday or Thursday to learn about the mountain environment. ► Uranium Mine Snowshoe Tour: A moderately strenuous tour along the breathtaking Fish Creek Canyon. ► Emerald Mountain Snowshoe Tour: Ride the chairlift up historic Howelsen Hill to enjoy views of the Yampa Valley and learn winter ecology. ► Moonlight Snowshoe Tours: Snowshoe by the light of the full moon and explore the beauty and history of Emerald Mountain.

Howelsen Ice Arena Public Skate Sessions, 285 Howelsen Pkwy., 970-879-0341

Moots Bicycle Factory Tours, 10 a.m.; Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 970-879-1676

Snowflakes: Nature’s Dazzling Design Photograph Exhibition, Dec. 10-April 10, Tread of Pioneers Museum, Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; 970-879-2214, www.treadofpioneers

Steamboat Art Museum,

Steamboat Writers’ Group, noon-2 p.m., Thursdays, The Depot, www.steamboatwriters.com

Tread of Pioneers Museum,

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Deborah Olsen

11 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday, www.steamboatartmuseum.org

Summer programs begin in June and include hiking Mount Werner, the Mineral Springs Tour, Weekly Bird Walks and exploring Fish Creek Falls. Summer camps for children and adult field schools are also offered. www.yampatika.org | 970-871-9151

17-19 Billy Kidd Race Camp, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

22 XTERRA Snowshoe Race & Fat Bike Races, www.getfitfamilyracing.com

23 Banff Radical Reels Tour, 5 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.com

27-March 4 Bud Light Ski Mardi Gras, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

28 Key Concert, 6 p.m., Strings Music Pavilion, 970-879-5056, www.stringsmusicfestival.com

28 Yampatika Backcountry Film Festival, 7 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.com

March 1 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

1-4 Bud Light Ski Mardi Gras, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

2-7 International Airline Ski Federation World Championships, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

4 Dirty Dozen Brass Band, 7 p.m., Strings Music Pavilion, 970-879-5056, www.stringsmusicfestival.com

4-6 Women’s Ski Clinic, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

7 First Friday Artwalk, various galleries and other venues in the downtown area, 5-8 p.m., www. steamboatartcenter.com

7-28 Jim Gmeiner: New Work, Series of new digital photographs that reveal the artist’s insight and use of light and reflections as natural occurring abstracts. Center for Visual Arts, 970-846-5970, www.steamboatartcenter.com

8 23rd Steamboat Springs Pentathlon, ski or ride, snowshoe, Nordic ski, mountain bike and run; 10 a.m., Howelsen Hill, www.steamboatpentathlon.com

BA C K C O U N T RY S K I I N G S N O W S H OE I N G I C E C LI M BI N G CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE A TOUR!

970-870-8440 www.steamboatclimbing.com *advanced reservations required

Colorado Mountain College Mountain Life. Mountain Learning.

8 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

8 Tchaikovsky Spectacular Concert, 7 p.m., Strings Music Pavilion, Steamboat Symphony Orchestra, www.steamboatorchestra.org

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Datebook 9-15 Alpine Rocky/Central Championships, Howelsen Hill and Steamboat Ski Area, Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, www.sswsc.org

10-12 Billy Kidd Race Camp, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

13 Bluegrass Ball, 7 p,m., Strings Music Pavilion, 970-879-5036, www.stringsmusicfestival.com

14-16 Chief Players Present “Sylvia,” Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.com

15 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

16 Moonlight Snowshoe Tour, Emerald Mountain and Howelsen Hill, Yampatika, 970-871-9151

17 St. Patrick’s Day Torchlight Parade & Fireworks, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

17 Author Alan Weisman, Free talk, 6:30 p.m., Bud Werner Library, www.steamboatlibrary.org/events

17-19 Billy Kidd Race Camp, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

18 Eileen Ivers & Immigrant Soul, 7 p.m., Strings Music Pavilion, 970-879-5056, www.stringsmusicfestival.com

20-22 Steamboat Dance Theatre’s 42nd Annual Concert, Thursday-Saturday, 7 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 12:30 p.m.; Steamboat Springs High School Auditorium, www.steamboatdancetheatre.org

20-22 Chief Players Present “Sylvia,” Thursday - Saturday, 7 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.com

22 Penguin Plunge to benefit Yampa Valley Medical Center, Lake Catamount, www.hfyv.com

22 XTERRA Snowshoe Race & Fat Bike Races, www.getfitfamilyracing.com

LIVE WITHOUTPAIN!

Dog Town USA Live Theater

The Chief Players present “Sylvia,” a play about a dog, the couple that adopts her and the drama that ensues. A comedy, “Sylvia” was originally performed off-Broadway, where Sarah Jessica Parker starred as the dog; it garnered several award nominations, including one for outstanding play. The New York Times described the play as a sure winner for anyone “who has ever owned a dog, loved a dog, wanted to wring a dog’s neck or wished the dog would take a long weekend.” Performances are slated for Friday through Sunday, March 1416, and Thursday through Saturday, March 2022. www.chieftheater.org

Move.

Steamboat Springs, Granby, Craig and Winter Park • 970.875.2613 • yvmc.org/new-mobility VG 38 | ONLINE A T WWW. steamboatCHAMB ER .com

21-23 SmartWool Alpine Championships, Howelsen Hill and Steamboat Ski Area, Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, www.sswsc.org

TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME . . .

Oldest retailer in Steamboat!

21-25 STARS of Tomorrow Kids Adaptive Camp, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboatstars.com

22 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

22-23 Rocky Mountain Freestyle Regional Qualifying Series Championships, Steamboat Ski Area, Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, www.sswsc.org

23 Banff Radical Reels Tour, 5 p.m., Chief Theater, 970-871-4791, www.chieftheater.org

25-26 Jed Clampit, 7 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.com

OUTFITTIN’ THE WEST FOR 108 YEARS & FIVE GENERATIONS.

28 Free Concert Series Fundraiser, 7 p.m., Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.org

29 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

29 STARS Mountain Challenge, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboatstars.com

STARS

Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports, aka STARS, aims to empower and enrich children and adults with disabilities through recreational activities. STARS’ winter skiing and boarding programs provide private lessons, specialized equipment, camps, and group programming with the help of more than 150 paid and volunteer instructors. STARS has expanded its programming into summer and offers camps in biking, kayaking, fishing and waterskiing. www.steamboatstars.com | 970-870-1950

Open Daily 8:30 am - 10:00 pm 830 Lincoln Ave ✦ Downtown ✦ 879-1822 Western clothiers for the whole family, since 1905.

Miles and miles of trails right out your door.

• Steamboat’s only true Ski-in/Ski-out hotel • Heated outdoor pool & hot tub • Snowbird Restaurant & Lounge • Ski/Snowboard rental shop w/free valet storage • Complimentary in-room internet & free lobby computers

info@steamboat-lodging.com

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Datebook April

13 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski

1-13 Springalicious Celebration, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

May 2 First Friday Artwalk, various galleries and

Area, www.steamboat.com

other venues in the downtown area, 5-8 p.m., www.steamboatartcenter.com

13 Closing Day, Steamboat Ski Area,

4 First Friday Artwalk, various galleries and

www.steamboat.com

10 Hayden Cog Run, 8-mile, 10km and 5km,

other venues in the downtown area, 5-8 p.m., www.steamboatartcenter.com

10 a.m., www.runningseries.com

5 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

12 34th Cardboard Classic, 12 Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert Series, 3:30 p.m., Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

13 Seventh Splashdown Pond Skim, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

13 Sixth Cody St. John Challenge, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Springs’ only randonée race, Cody’s Challenge is a tribute to Cody St. John, a former ski patroller who died following a car accident in 2007. An adventure race, the course changes yearly but always includes uphill and downhill segments crisscrossing Mount Werner. A short course is also offered. Proceeds from the event go toward scholarships for patrollers to further their medical education. This year’s event is slated for Saturday, April 5. www.codyschallenge.org

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Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

Wouldn’t You Rather Be Playing?

WE R! VE E D LI

15-17 Cabaret, Chief Theater, www.chieftheater.org

(970) 819-7070 fax (970) 871-6372 www.grocerycompany.com grocerycompanysteamboat@yahoo.com

21 Summer Activity Expo, 4-6 p.m., Steamboat Sheraton Resort, Steamboat Springs Chamber, 970-879-0880

23-26 Memorial Day Sidewalk Sales, downtown, www.mainstreetsteamboat.com

24 Sprint Challenge, 8-mile, 10km and 5km, 10 a.m., www.runningseries.com

30-31 2014 Elevation Dance Recital, Steamboat Springs High School, 970-871-1880, www.elevationdancestudio.com

June

where t ea l overs l ove to s h o p

1 33rd Annual Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km and Kids’ Fun Run, Steamboat Springs Chamber, www.steamboatmarathon.com

4 26th Annual Y.E.S. Golf Tournament, fundraiser for graduating Routt County seniors, Steamboat Springs Chamber Ambassadors, www.steamboatyesgolf.com

vi si t www. teasandqu iet. co m o r call (303)579-7916 to ord e r

6 First Friday Artwalk, various galleries and 8 ReTree Colorado, volunteers replant forests decimated by the Mountain Pine Beetle epidemic, www.yvsc.org

Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

12-15 26th Annual Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup, 500 cars from Colorado Mustang automobile clubs, www.steamboatsummer.com

Reservations requested.

970-879-3495 info@steamboathorses.com www.steamboathorses.com

Hourly horseback rides available 2 miles West of The Clark Store

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12 Routt County Riders Sponsorship Day,

Offering scenic horseback rides in a wilderness type environment.

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other venues in the downtown area, 5-8 p.m., www.steamboatartcenter.com

RANCH

13-14 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 7:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

13-15 Steamboat Gondola Open, Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com

15 Savor Steamboat, summer celebration cookoff and bartending competition with music, beer, food and live animals, activities for the kids, 3-6 p.m., Steamboat Promenade, Mountain Village Partnership, www.steamboatmountainvillage.com

20-21 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 7:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

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Datebook 21 Howelsen 8-Miler, 10km and 5km, 10 a.m., www.runningseries.com

21 GIVE IT A TRI, Kids & Sprint Triathlon,

July 4 First Friday Artwalk, various galleries and other venues in the downtown area, 5-8 p.m., www.steamboatartcenter.com

Old Town Hot Springs, www.getfitfamilyracing.com

21-22 Steamboat Enduro-X Mountain Bike Series, Steamboat Ski Area, www. steamboatbiketown.com

4 Steamboat Sprint, 400-yard dash, 9:40 a.m., www.runningseries.com

4-5 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 6:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

27-28 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 7:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

29 TRI THE BOAT, Half Iron & Olympic Triathlon, Stagecoach State Park, www.tritheboat.com

5 Mountain Madness, Half-Marathon and 10K, 7:30 a.m., www.runningseries.com 11-12 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 7:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

12 23rd Annual Spring Creek Memorial Run, 9-mile trail run and 5K trail run/walk, 8 a.m., www.runningseries.com

12-13 33rd Annual Hot Air Balloon Rodeo, 6-10 a.m., Bald Eagle Lake, Steamboat Springs Chamber, www.steamboatsummer.com

THE VICTORIAN LUXURY BED & BREAKFAST • 5 luxury suites • Gourmet breakfast • Theater room • Access to spa facilities • Courtesy shuttle • Complimentary appetizers

2405 Ski Trail Lane, Steamboat Springs, CO 970-879-7781 www.VictorianSteamboat.com

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17-20 30th Annual Steamboat Mountain Soccer Tournament, Steamboat Springs Youth Soccer Association, www.steamboat-soccer.com

18-19 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 7:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

18-19 33rd Annual Writers Conference, Steamboat Springs Writers Group and the Steamboat Springs Arts Council, early registration suggested, www.steamboatwriters.com

19 Tour de Steamboat, non-competitive road cycling event, www.tourdesteamboat.com

25-26 Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 7:30 p.m., Romick Arena, 970-879-1818

26 Mount Werner Classic, 50K trail run, 7 a.m., www.runningseries.com

activities Guide

Experience

the adventure of a scenic mountain ride.

Local Knowledge

Snowmobile guide Andrew Crockett shares his tips

Courtesy Andrew Crockett

Come join us for a scenic ride through the Routt National Forest and the Upper Elk River Valley. We have groomed trails for all abilities, providing fun for the whole family.

Andrew Crockett’s claim to fame is that his place of employment could be (and has been) the setting for snowmobile adventure flicks.

While Steamboat Springs has earned a well-deserved reputation as Ski Town USA, Rabbit Ears Pass has become known as an equally impressive destination for snowmobilers, from novice families to big-name riders, who film their videos on the pass. Andrew Crockett of Steamboat Snowmobile Tours shares a few tips about his backyard playground.

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Our tours are personalized to fit your desire whether it be riding the trails, cruising open meadows or stopping for breathtaking photos. We offer complimentary shuttle service and hot beverages in our warming hut.

Unless you’re a veteran snowmobiler, go with a guide. Routt National Forest alone is 1.1 million acres; it’s easy to get lost.

Wear an avalanche beacon. The odds are in your favor that you won’t need it, but why take the chance?

One of my favorite advanced rides is to go hill-climbing right up to the very ears on Rabbit Ears Pass.

When you’re riding on Rabbit Ears Pass, you’re on top of the Continental Divide, which offers lots of awesome overlook areas.

You can learn to snowmobile when you’re little older than a toddler. But to handle the deep powder of Rabbit Ears Pass, especially without a guide, it’s best to be a teenager or older.

Andrew Crockett learned to snowmobile at the age of 5. He has worked for Steamboat Snowmobile Tours for three years.

Schedule your tour today!

970-879-9073 877-879-6500 steamboatsnowmobile.com Authorized permittee of the Routt National Forest.

Equal Opportunity Service Provider

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activities Guide Arts and Culture Art Galleries Circle 7 Fine Art 1009 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4744 www.circle7fineart.com

Cowboys and Indians 635 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8481 www.cowboysandindiansonline.com

Images of Nature 730 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-1822 www.mangelsen.com

Mountain Traditions 833 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-7976 www.mountaintraditions.com

Steamboat Springs Arts Council 1001 13th St. 970-879-9008 www.steamboatarts.org

Art Classes and Workshops Great American Laughing Stock Company 600 McKinley St. 970-355-9403 www.galsco.org

Splatz 1104 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 105 970-871-7904 www.splatzpainting.com

Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym 1280 13th St. 970-870-0384 www.steamboatartsandcraftsgym.com

ATV Equipment, Rentals and Tours Elk Mountain Adventures 524 E. Washington St., Hayden 970-485-0318 www.elkmountainadventures.com

Steamboat Powersports

Colorado River Center

Mountain Sports Kayak School

Haymaker Nordic Center

4199 Trough Rd., Bond 888-888-RAFT www.coloradorivercenter.com

800 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8794 www.mountainsportskayak.com

34855 East U.S. 40 www.steamboat.com

Colorado River Guides

Steamboat Paddleboard Adventures

54880 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-1780 www.homeranch.com

18370 Colo. 131, Bond 970-653-1001 www.raftcolorado.com

Colorado River Runs 43 Grand County Rd. 111, Radium 800-826-1081 www.coloradoriverruns.com

Mad Adventures 1421 E. Park Ave., Kremmling 800-451-4844 www.madadventures.com

Stagecoach Marina Stagecoach State Park 970-736-8342 www.stagecoachmarinastore.com

Steamboat Lake Marina Steamboat Lake State Park 970-879-7019 www.steamboatlakemarina.com

2432 Downhill Dr. 970-846-5926 www.steamboatpaddle boardadventures.com

970-870-8440 www.steamboatclimbing.com

Alpine Slide

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

845 Howelsen Parkway 970-819-8010 www.steamboatalpineslide.com

2000 Clubhouse Dr. 970-879-8180 www.steamboatnordiccenter.com

Amaze’n Steamboat Family Fun Park

Vista Verde Guest Ranch

125 S. Anglers Dr. 970-870-8682 www.amazensteamboat.com

Coca-Cola Adventure Zone 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5255 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Springs Center for Visual Arts 837 Lincoln Ave. 970-846-5970 www.steamboatartcenter.com

Bicycle Rentals, Repairs and Sales

11 Logan St. 970- 846-9669 www.wakews.com

Performing Arts

Christy Sports Central Park

Bowling

Colorado River Guides

1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

Snow Bowl

18370 Colo. 131, Bond 970-653-1001 www.raftcolorado.com

Chief Theater 813 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-4791 www.chieftheater.com

Emerald City Opera 320 Lincoln Ave., Ste. H 970-871-9986 www.emeraldcityopera.com

Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp 40755 County Rd. 36 970-879-7125 www.perry-mansfield.org

Steamboat Dance Theatre 970-819-1710 www.steamboatdancetheatre.org

Strings Music Festival 900 Strings Rd. 970-879-5056 www.stringsmusicfestival.com

Recreation & Activities Aircraft Tours Zephyr Helicopter Company Steamboat Springs Airport 970-879-0494 www.zephyrhelicopter.com

Alpine Slide Alpine Slide Howelsen Hill Lodge 970-819-8010 www.steamboatalpineslide.com

Moots Cycles

2090 Snow Bowl Plaza 970-879-9840 www.snowbowl.net

2545 Copper Ridge Dr. 970-879-1676 www.moots.com

Camping

Ski Haus International

Steamboat Lake State Park, Clark 970-879-3922 www.parks.state.co.us

1457 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0385 www.skihaussteamboat.com

Sports Authority Wildhorse Marketplace 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 442 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9144 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-6350 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Boating and Rafting Blue Sky West-High Adventures

Colorado State Parks

Steamboat Campground 3603 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0273 www.steamboatcampground.com

Canoeing, Kayaking and Paddle Boarding Bodhi SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard Steamboat) 457 Seventh St. 303-859-3784 www.bodhisup.com

Colorado River Center 4199 Trough Rd., Bond 888-888-RAFT www.coloradorivercenter.com

Colorado River Guides 18370 Colo. 131, Bond 970-653-1001 www.raftcolorado.com

730 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-4260 www.blueskywest.com

Hala Gear

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters

Mad Adventures

730 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8747 www.buckingrainbow.com

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970-367-7885 www.halagear.com 1421 E. Park Ave., Kremmling 800-451-4844 www.madadventures.com

Rocky Mountain Ventures/ Climbing Guide

Children’s Activities

2989 Riverside Plaza 970-879-5138 www.steamboatpowersports.com

Wake

Home Ranch, The

Colorado River Center 4199 Trough Rd., Bond 888-888-RAFT www.coloradorivercenter.com

Grizzle-T Dog & Sled Works County Rd. 205 970-870-1782 www.steamboatdogsledding.com

Howelsen Ice Arena 285 Howelsen Parkway 970-879-4300 www.steamboatsprings.net

Kids Adventure Club 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5390 www.steamboat.com/kac

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Tubing Steamboat 845 Howelsen Parkway 970-819-8010 www.tubingsteamboat.com

Climbing Rocky Mountain Ventures/ Climbing Guide 970-870-8440 www.steamboatclimbing.com

Cross Country Skiing Catamount Ranch & Club 33400A Catamount Dr. 970-871-9300 www.catamountranchclub.com

Elk River Guest Ranch 29840 County Rd. 64, Clark 970-879-1946 www.elkrivergr.com

31100 County Rd. 64, Clark 970-879-3858 www.vistaverde.com

Dog Sledding Grizzle-T Dog & Sled Works County Rd. 205 970-870-1782 www.steamboatdogsledding.com

Events Colorado Avalanche 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver 303-405-6144 www.coloradoavalanche.com

Denver Nuggets 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver 303-405-6188 www.nba.com/nuggets

Get Fit Family Racing 941-961-7575 www.getfitfamilyracing.com

Ghost Ranch 56 Seventh St. 970-879-9898 www.ghostranchsteamboat.com

Moffat County Fair 539 Barclay St., Craig 970-824-9180 www.moffatcountyfair.com

Routt County Fair Association 398 S. Poplar St., Hayden 970-276-3068 www.routtcountyfair.org

Steamboat Tonight 729 Pine St. 970-871-0002 www.steamboattonight.com

Strings Music Festival 900 Strings Rd. 970-879-5056 www.stringsmusicfestival.com

Team Player Productions 1539 Platte St., Ste. 206, Denver 303-777-6887 www.steamboatwinefestival.com

Triple Crown Sports 3930 Automation Way, Fort Collins 970-223-6644 www.triplecrownsports.com

Fishing

Golf Courses

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters

Catamount Ranch & Club

730 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8747 www.buckingrainbow.com

33400A Catamount Dr. 970-871-9300 www.catamountranchclub.com

Clark Store

Haymaker Golf Course

54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

34855 East U.S. 40 970-870-1391 www.haymakergolf.com

Del’s Triangle 3 Ranch

Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club

55675 County Rd. 62, Clark 970-879-3495 www.steamboathorses.com

1230 Steamboat Blvd.

970-871-6528 www.rollingstoneranchgolf.com

Mad Adventures

Steamboat Golf Club

1421 E. Park Ave., Kremmling 800-451-4844 www.madadventures.com

26815 West U.S. 40 970-879-4295 www.steamboatgolfclub.com

Moffat County Tourism Association

Horseback Riding

1111 W. Victory Way, Craig 970-824-2335 www.moffatcountytourism.com

Steamboat Flyfisher 35 Fifth St. 970-879-6552 www.steamboatflyfisher.com

Steamboat Great Outdoors 29875 County Rd. 35A, Oak Creek 970-819-4525 www.steamboatgreatoutdoors.com

Bar Lazy L Ranch 26480 County Rd. 52E 970-879-1082 www.barlazylranch.com

Colorado River Guides 18370 Colo. 131, Bond 970-653-1001 www.raftcolorado.com

Colorado’s High Lonesome Outfitter & Guides 10185 Colo. 131, Toponas 970-638-4239 www.cohighlonesome.com

CR Summit

Wild West Balloon Adventures

33255 Creek Summit Ln. 970-879-6201 www.crsummit.com

42415 Deerfoot Lane 970-879-7219 www.wildwestballooning.com

Del’s Triangle 3 Ranch

Hot Springs and Tours

55675 County Rd. 62, Clark 970-879-3495 www.steamboathorses.com

Home Ranch, The 54880 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-1780 www.homeranch.com

Saddleback Ranch 37350 County Rd. 179 970-879-3711 www.saddlebackranch.net

Steamboat Campground 3603 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0273 www.steamboatcampground.com

Hot Springs Adventures 43435 County Rd. 970-879-1873 www.hotspringsadventuresinc.com

Old Town Hot Springs

Ice Climbing Rocky Mountain Ventures/ Climbing Guide 970-870-8440 www.steamboatclimbing.com

Miniature Golf

Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs

125 S. Anglers Dr. 970-870-8682 www.amazensteamboat.com

44200 County Rd. 36 970-879-0342 www.strawberryhotsprings.com

Hunting B & L Quality Taxidermy

31100 County Rd. 64, Clark 970-879-3858 www.vistaverde.com

1744 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1316

Del’s Triangle 3 Ranch

Hot Air Ballooning

55675 County Rd. 62, Clark 970-879-3495 www.steamboathorses.com

42415 Deerfoot Lane 970-879-9191 www.wildwestballooning.com

26185 West U.S. 40 970-879-5649 www.3qc.net

136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Vista Verde Guest Ranch

Pegasus Balloon Tours

Three Quarter Circles Sporting Clays

Moffat County Tourism Association 1111 W. Victory Way, Craig 970-824-2335 www.moffatcountytourism.com

Amaze’n Steamboat Family Fun Park

Steamboat Campground 3603 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0273 www.steamboatcampground.com

Museums Moffat County Tourism Association 1111 W. Victory Way, Craig 970-824-2335 www.moffatcountytourism.com

Steamboat Art Museum 807 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-1755 www.steamboatartmuseum.org

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activities Guide Tracks & Trails Museum

Mountain Outfitters

129 E. Main St., Oak Creek 970-736-8245 www.yampavalley.info/tracksandtrails.asp

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5345 www.steamboat.com

Tread of Pioneers Museum

One Stop Ski Shop

800 Oak St. 970-879-2214 www.treadofpioneers.org

35 11th St. 970-879-4916 www.onestopskishop.net

Wyman Museum

Powder Pursuits Snowboard Shop

94350 East U.S. 40, Craig 970-824-6346 www.wymanmuseum.com

Photography Tours Elk Mountain Adventures 524 E. Washington St., Hayden 970-485-0318 www.elkmountainadventures.com

Focus Adventures 27846 Silver Spur St. 970-879-2244 www.focusadventures.com

Photo Excursions of Steamboat 730 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-1822 www.photoexcursionsofsteamboat.com

Saddleback Ranch 37350 County Rd. 179 970-879-3711 www.saddlebackranch.net

Rodeo Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series Howelsen Hill Rodeo Grounds 970-879-1818 www.steamboatrodeo.com

Ski and Snowboard Shops and Rentals Backdoor Sports Ltd. of Steamboat 841 Yampa St. 970-879-6249 www.backdoorsports.com

Black Tie Ski Rentals 1625 Mid Valley Dr. 970-870-3172 www.blacktieskis.com

Christy Sports Central Park 1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

Christy Sports Gondola Square Gondola Square 970-879-0371 www.christysports.com

Door 2 Door by Christy Sports 1625 Mid Valley Dr. 1 970-879-8692 www.d2dskis.com

Ski Time Square 970-871-5682 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Ski Touring Center 2000 Clubhouse Dr. 970-879-8180 www.steamboatnordiccenter.com

Surefoot

2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-9086 www.powderpursuits.com

2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-1119 www.surefoot.com

Powder Tools Snowboard Shop

Terry Sports

Gondola Square 970-879-1645 www.christysports.com

Pro Shop, The 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5349 www.steamboat.com

Ski Butlers Steamboat 1585 Mid Valley Dr., Ste. 11A 970-367-4422 www.skibutlers.com/steamboat-ski-rentals

Ski Delivery Express 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5367 www.steamboat.com

Ski Haus International 1457 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0385 www.skihaussteamboat.com

Sports Authority 705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Sportstalker in The Ptarmigan Inn 2304 Apres Ski Way 970-879-2445 www.christysports.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 442 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9144 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-6350 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Ski & Sport Gondola Square 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5341 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Ski & Sport The Grand

Edge Werks Gondola Square

2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5358 www.steamboat.com

C1 Gondola Square 970-870-8863

Steamboat Ski & Sport The Sheraton

Fleischer Sport

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5348 www.steamboat.com

2250 Apres Ski Way 970-870-0900 www.fleischersport.com

Steamboat Ski & Sport Ski Time Square

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1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-8414 www.terrysports.com

Skiing Howelsen Hill Ski Area

Rocky Mountain Rentals 61450 County Rd. 62, Clark 970-627-9673 www.snowmobile-central.com

Saddleback Ranch 37350 County Rd. 179 970-879-3711 www.saddlebackranch.net

Steamboat Snowmobile Tours 31825 County Rd. 64, Clark 970-879-6500 www.steamboatsnowmobile.com

Tour Companies Colorado River Guides 18370 Colo. 131, Bond 970-653-1001 www.raftcolorado.com

Elk Mountain Adventures 524 E. Washington St., Hayden 970-485-0318 www.elkmountainadventures.com

Hahns Peak Roadhouse

Snowshoeing

60880 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-4404 www.hahnspeakroadhouse.com

Elk River Guest Ranch

Hosted Tours

29840 County Rd. 64, Clark 970-879-1946 www.elkrivergr.com

635 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-7901 www.hostedtours.com

Rocky Mountain Ventures/ Climbing Guide

Hot Springs Adventures

845 Howelsen Parkway 970-879-8499 www.steamboatsprings.net/howelsenhill

970-870-8440 www.steamboatclimbing.com

43435 County Rd. 44 970-879-1873 www.hotspringsadventuresinc.com

Steamboat Powdercats

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.

Mad Adventures

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6111 www.steamboat.com

1421 E. Park Ave., Kremmling 800-451-4844 www.madadventures.com

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

Steamboat Powdercats

2000 Clubhouse Dr. 970-879-8180 www.steamboatnordiccenter.com

Ski Time Square 970-879-5188 www.steamboatpowdercats.com

Summer Tubing

Steamboat Premier Concierge

1724 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-5188 www.steamboatpowdercats.com

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6111 www.steamboat.com

Sleigh Rides Bar Lazy L Ranch

Backdoor Sports Ltd. of Steamboat

26480 County Rd. 52E 970-879-1082 www.barlazylranch.com

841 Yampa St. 970-879-6249 www.backdoorsports.com

Ragnar’s

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters

Steamboat Ski Area 970-871-5150 www.steamboat.com

730 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8747 www.buckingrainbow.com

Saddleback Ranch

Christy Sports Central Park

37350 County Rd. 179 970-879-3711 www.saddlebackranch.net

1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

Snow Tubing

One Stop Ski Shop

Elk Mountain Adventures 524 E. Washington St., Hayden 970-485-0318 www.elkmountainadventures.com

Saddleback Ranch 37350 County Rd. 179 970-879-3711 www.saddlebackranch.net

Tubing Steamboat 845 Howelsen Parkway 970-819-8010 www.tubingsteamboat.com

Snowmobiling Elk Mountain Adventures 524 E. Washington St., Hayden 970-485-0318 www.elkmountainadventures.com

High Mountain Snowmobile Tours 31750 East U.S. 40 970-879-9073 www.steamboatsnowmobile.com

35 11th St. 970-879-4916 www.onestopskishop.net

Sports Authority 705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Tennis Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs 2500 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-8400 www.10s.com

970-367-6554 www.steamboatpremierconcierge.com

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6111 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Snowmobile Tours 31825 County Rd. 64 970-879-6500 www.steamboatsnowmobile.com

Tailwind Tours 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-TOUR www.tailwindtours.com

Wild West Balloon Adventures 42415 Deerfoot Lane 970-879-7219 www.wildwestballooning.com

Yampatika 925 Weiss Dr. 970-871-9151 www.yampatika.org

Winter Driving School Bridgestone Winter Driving School 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6104 www.winterdrive.com

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As the manager of Slopeside Grill & Bar, Mike Coy finds spring to be one of the most exciting times of year. Bluebird days inspire friends to gather outdoors, and après ski takes on a vibrant life of its own.

Is there a different après ski atmosphere in springtime?

On powder days, everyone comes into the bar excited about their day, but tired from a full day on the slopes. It seems like skiing is less frenzied in the spring, and people have more time to relax with their friends.

What are some of the attractions that make the outdoor après scene so popular?

The ice bar, music, party atmosphere and sitting outdoors – and watching the skiers and riders come down from the mountain at the end of the day can be pretty entertaining in itself.

What’s the most unusual thing you’ve seen on the slopes from your viewpoint at Slopeside?

A few years ago, people were enjoying après ski at Slopeside when a moose ran across the lower mountain, giving skiers and riders quite a surprise. Fortunately, ski patrol was able to herd the moose safely away from the ski hill.

Every day is a good day for après ski, but are there some days that are especially fun-filled?

St. Patty’s Day, closing weekend and Mardi Gras are entertaining, to say the least. And any powder day ending in a bluebird afternoon.

Besides beer, always the perennial favorite, what are the popular après cocktails this year?

Bloody Marys & margaritas continue to hold their own as the drinks of choice.

What are the essential ingredients for an après Bloody Mary?

Quality vodka, of course, but also a good Bloody Mary mix – we’ve used the same recipe for 17 years. The garnishes are as important as the drink itself; we add Old Bay seasoning to the rim, two olives, lime and other garnishes to order.

What time does après ski unofficially begin?

Really, après begins whenever you want it to begin.

What’s your best advice for someone who wants to really give the après scene their full attention?

Drink lots of water, wear sunscreen, enjoy some apps or pizza along with your cocktail, dress in layers – it’s warm in the sun but cools quickly as dusk arrives –and take advantage of the free buses or hotel shuttles.

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New mountain location in Wildhorse Plaza—next to the movie theater, Blue Sage Pizza offers dine-in, delivery and carry out. Pizzas, calzones, strombolis, chicken wings and more.

Serving lunch and dinner. Our new popular West Steamboat location serves the classic pizza favorites, hot and cold subs, Philly cheese steaks and meatball sandwiches, plus exceptional pastas and late-night goodies. Expanded delivery area west of town, including Silver Spur, Heritage Park and Steamboat II. Call 970-871-0123 for West Steamboat Delivery. Call 970-870-8600 for Mountain/ Ski Area Delivery. The Locals’ Favorite Pizza!

The best Mexican restaurant in Steamboat, Fiesta Jalisco’s mouthwatering menu features authentic Mexican dishes made from the freshest ingredients. We offer more than 100 varieties of tequila, and our margaritas are handmade. Our friendly staff makes every meal a special occasion. Perfect for families and large parties. Come experience a true locals’ favorite. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, year-round.

Best Steakhouse in Steamboat • A well-done experience for the whole family! • Handcrafted steaks and fresh seafood starting at $16.95 • Includes unlimited salad bar & Texas Toast 100% certified Angus beef • Specializing in USDA Prime NY, bone-in ribeye, buffalo, and Kobe • Saddle seats for kids • 5 HD TVs in Bar with 6 microbrews on tap • Extensive wine list • Great Happy Hour 3-6 p.m. and 9 p.m. - CL every night • Great for large parties Reservations recommended • Dinner nightly @ 5 p.m. • 25 years and still grilling!

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Steamboat’s sports grill, featuring affordable family dining. 21 beers on tap, more than 50 HDTVs, NTN Trivia, foosball and video games. Full carry-out menu, 1/2 price Wing Tuesday and daily happy hour. Late-night food menu served until midnight. Open daily for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Live entertainment most nights after 10 p.m.

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970-870-8600 970-871-0123 685 Market Place, Ste. C8 2851 Riverside Plaza

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970-871-6999 455 Anglers Dr. Sundance Plaza

www.8thstreetsteakhouse.com

970-879-3131 50 Eighth Street, Downtown

www.thetaphouse.com

970-879-2431 729 Lincoln Ave., Downtown

Serving creative Mexican cuisine in historic downtown. The Cantina is the restaurant where you may just encounter a celebrity. Enjoy award-winning, fresh-squeezed margaritas – no sour mix here – choose from more than 40 tequilas. Serving signature 970-879-0826 dishes like tequila-fired fajitas, house made tamales, traditional marinated carne asada, house made chili relleno, and cinnamon fried ice cream. Recommended by The New 818 Lincoln Ave., Downtown York Times, Denver’s 5280, HiLuxury Magazine and tripadvisor.com. Steamboat’s oldest continually running bar that is owned by a local family. Children’s menu, glutenfree and vegetarian options. Open lunch and dinner daily.

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www.slopesidegrill.com

970-879-2916 Ski Time Square, Mountain

Hang with the Big Dogs! Slopeside Grill is where the locals hang out. From wings, brick oven pizza and nachos to pasta, salads and ribs, we have what you’re craving – plus a large selection of draft and bottle beers. Ski-in/ski-out location and heated outdoor seating make it easy to grab a quick bite and head back to the hill. Follow the crowd to Slopeside, where everyone feels like a local.

www.theeggandirestaurants.com Serving up “egg”ceptional breakfasts and lunches all day. Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed

coffee, 100% pure-squeezed orange juice and generous servings from our large menu.

Family friendly, excellent service and free Wi-Fi, in a relaxing environment. “Serving Our Friends Daily,” Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 325 Anglers Drive, Mountain Sunday 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Conveniently located between downtown and Mount Werner in Sundance @ Fish Creek behind Starbucks.

970-871-4633

www.creekside-cafe.com

970-879-4925 131 11th St., Downtown

A longtime locals’ favorite, the Creekside Café specializes in outstanding breakfast and lunch served all day in an exceptional atmosphere. Homemade goodness and quality ingredients highlight the menu, which includes 13 types of legendary eggs benedicts, award-winning Bloody Marys, giant breakfast burritos, oatmeal pancakes, corned beef hash and more. The Creekside Café is located downtown in the historic Soda Creek Building.

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970-879-RIBS 912 Lincoln Ave., Downtown

Restaurant and Peanut Bar. Texas style hickory smoked pit barbecue for 23 years in a great family atmosphere. Ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, sausage and chicken cooked “low and slow” to produce incredibly tender barbecue. All sides and salads homemade. Several sauces available to include your region. Full bar with the famous frosty mugs. Take-out and seasonal delivery available. Staffed and “Backdoor” catering available.

8th Street Steakhouse | 50 Eighth St. | 970-879-3131 | www.8thstreetsteakhouse.com Azteca Taqueria Inc. | 116 Ninth St. | 970-870-9980 | www.aztecataqueria.com Backcountry Provisions | 635 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-3617 | www.backcountry-deli.com Bear River Bar & Grill | Gondola Square | 970-871-5163 | www.steamboat.com Beau Jo’s Mountain Bistro | 704 Lincoln Ave. | 970-870-6401 | www.beaujos.com BedRock Depot | 214 Brontosaurus Blvd., Dinosaur, CO | 970-374-2336 | www.bedrockdepot.com Big House Burgers | 2093 Curve Plaza | 970-870-8500 | www.BigHouseBurgers.com bistro c.v. | 345 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-4197 | www.bistrocv.com Boathouse Pub,The | 609 Yampa St. | 970-879-4797 | www.boathousesteamboat.com Breezeway Café at The Sheraton | 2200 Village Inn Ct. | 970-879-2220 | www.sheraton.com/steamboat Brooklynn’s Pizzeria | 57 10th St. | 970-871-1000 | www.brooklynnspizzeria.com Buffalo Gal Ice Cream & Goodies | 970-846-3649 Cabin,The | Steamboat Grand | 970-871-5550 | www.steamboatgrand.com/the-cabin Cafe Diva Wine Bar | 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. | 970-871-0508 | www.cafediva.com Cantina of Steamboat | 818 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-0826 | www.steamboatcantina.com Carl’s Tavern | 700 Yampa St. | 970-761-2060 | www.carlstavern.com Catamount Ranch and Club | 33400A Catamount Dr. | 970-871-9300 | www.catamountranchclub.com Ciao Gelato | 700 Yampa St. | 970-870-7979 Clark Store | 54175 County Rd. 129 | 970-879-3849 | www.clarkstore.com Cold Stone Creamery | 2032 Curve Plaza | 970-879-0707 | www.coldstonecreamery.com Cold Stone Creamery | 1815 Central Park Plaza | 970-879-0202 | www.coldstonecreamery.com Colorado Bagel Company | 1815 Central Park Plaza | 970-870-9657 Creekside Café | 131 11th St. | 970-879-4925 | www.creekside-cafe.com Cruisers Sub Shop | 690 Marketplace Plaza | 970-879-1747 | www.cruiserssubshop.com Cugino’s Pizzeria | 41 Eighth St. | 970-879-5805 | www.cuginosrestaurant.com Dairy Queen/Orange Julius | 1755 Central Park Plaza | 970-871-1800 | www.dairyqueensteamboat.com Domino’s Pizza | 255 Anglers Dr. | 970-879-4811 | www.dominos.com Double Z BBQ | 1124 Yampa St. | 970-879-0849 | www.doublezbbq.com Dreamboat Café | 136 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-1828 | www.sshra.org/cafe.php Drunken Onion Get & Go Kitchen | 685 Marketplace Plaza | 970-879-8423 | www.drunkenonion.com Egg & I | 325 Anglers Dr. | 970-871-4633 | www.theeggandirestaurants.com Fiesta Jalisco | 445 Anglers Dr. | 970-871-6999 | www.fiestajalisco.net/steamboat.htm Four Points Lodge | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-871-5150 | www.steamboat.com Freshies | 145 Trafalger Dr. | 970-879-8099 | www.freshiessteamboat.com Glen Eden Resort | 54737 County Rd. 129, Clark | 970-879-3907 | www.glenedenresort.com Gondola Joe’s | Gondola Square | 970-879-6111 | www.steamboat.com Gondola Pub & Grill | Gondola Square | 970-879-4448 | www.gondolapubandgrill.com Grand Café and Gift Shop | Steamboat Grand | 970-871-5557 | www.steamboatgrand.com/the-grand-cafe Harwigs & L’Apogée | 911 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-1919 | www.lapogee.com Haymaker Patio Grill | 34855 East U.S. 40 | 970-879-1265 | www.steamboat.com Hazie’s | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-871-5150 | www.steamboat.com Hungry Dog,The | 635 Lincoln Ave. | 970-819-2224 | www.hungrydogofsteamboat.com Johnny B. Good’s Diner | 738 Lincoln Ave. | 970-870-8400 | www.johnnybgoodsdiner.com La Fiesta Grill & Cantina | 1755 Central Park Dr. | 970-879-6393 | www.lafiestagrillandcantina.com La Montaña | 2500 Village Dr. | 970-879-5800 | www.lamontanasteamboat.com Laundry,The | 127 11th St. | 970-870-0681 | www.thelaundryrestaurant.com Lil’ House Coffee & Biscuits | 2093 B Curve Plaza | 970-870-8500 | www.lilhousebiscuits.com Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill | 435 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-3773 | www.mahoganyridgesteamboat.com Mambo Italiano | 521 Lincoln Ave. | 970-870-0500 | www.mambos.com Market on the Mountain | 2500 Village Dr., Unit 101 | 970-879-2965 Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant | 917 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-2405 | www.mazzolas.com McDonald’s of Steamboat Springs | 1150 S. Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-0247 | www.mccolorado.com/12206 McKnight’s Irish Pub & Loft | 690 Marketplace Plaza | 970-879-7881 | www.mcknightsirishpubandloft.com Moose Cafe | 115 W. Park Ave., Kremmling, CO | 970-724-9987 Mountain Brew | 427 Oak St. | 970-879-7846 | www.mountainbrewsteamboat.com Murphy’s Tavern | 54737 County Rd. 129, Clark, CO | 970-879-6046 | www.murphystavern.com Oak Tree Inn/Penny’s Diner | 98 Moffat Ave., Yampa, CO | 970-638-1000 | www.oaktreeinn.com Oasis,The | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-871-5150 | www.steamboat.com Off the Beaten Path Bookstore,Coffeehouse & Bakery Cafe | 68 Ninth St. | 970-879-6830 | www.steamboatbooks.com Old Town Pub & Restaurant | 600 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-2101 | www.theoldtownpub.com Ore House at The Pine Grove | 1465 Pine Grove Rd. | 970-879-1190 | www.orehouse.com Paramount,The | 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. | 970-879-1170 | www.theparamountcolorado.com Qdoba Mexican Grill | 1755 Central Park Dr. | 970-879-7610 | www.qdoba.com Ragnar’s | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-871-5150 | www.steamboat.com Rendezvous Food Court | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-879-6111 | www.steamboat.com Rex’s American Grill & Bar | 3190 S. 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Riggio’s Ristorante | 1106 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-9010 | www.riggiosfineitalian.com Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant | 628 Lincoln Ave. | 970-871-6277 | www.riograndemexican.com Rusted Porch,The | 690 Marketplace Plaza | 970-879-1455 | www.therustedporch.com Saddles Bar & Grill at The Sheraton | 2200 Village Inn Ct. | 970-879-2220 | www.sheraton.com/steamboat Saketumi | 1865 Ski Time Square Dr. | 970-870-1019 | www.saketumi.net Sambi Canton | 941 Lincoln Ave. | 970-870-9988 | www.sambicanton.wix.com/sambi-canton Sevens Restaurant at The Sheraton | 2200 Village Inn Ct. | 970-879-2220 | www.sheraton.com/steamboat Shack Café | 740 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-9975 Skull Creek Greek | 635 S. Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-1339 | www.skullcreekgreek.com Sleighride Dinner at Haymaker | 34855 East U.S. 40 | 970-871-5150 | www.steamboat.com Slopeside Grill | 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. | 970-879-2916 | www.slopesidegrill.com Soda Creek Pizza Company, Inc. | 1585 Mid Valley Dr. | 970-871-1111 Spostas World Sushi and Salads | 825 Oak St. | 970-879-4343 | www.spostas.com Starbucks Coffee | 255 Anglers Dr. | 970-871-1303 | www.starbucks.com Steamboat Coffee Roasters | 2851 Riverside Plaza | 970-879-3100 | www.SteamboatCoffee.com Steamboat Meat & Seafood Company | 1030 Yampa St. | 970-879-3504 | www.steamboatseafood.com Steamboat Smokehouse | 912 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-7427 | www.steamboatsmokehouse.com Steaming Bean Coffee | 635 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-3393 | www.steamingbeansteamboat.com Stoker Bar & Restaurant | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-879-6111 | www.steamboat.com Subway | 1815 Central Park Dr. | 970-879-0202 | www.subway.com Subway | 2032 Curve Plaza | 970-879-0707 | www.subway.com Sumatera | 1104 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-2929 Sunpies Bistro | 735 Yampa Ave. | 970-870-3360 | www.sunpies.com Sunset Happy Hour | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-879-6111 | www.steamboat.com Sweet Pea Restaurant | 729 Yampa St. | 970-879-1221 | www.sweetmarketandrestaurant.com Sweetwater Grill | 811 Yampa St. | 970-879-9500 | www.thesweetwatergrill.com T Bar at Steamboat | 2045 Ski Time Square Dr. | 970-879-6652 Tap House Sports Grill | 729 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-2431 | www.thetaphouse.com Three Peaks Grill | 2165 Pine Grove Rd. | 970-879-3399 | www.threepeaksgrill.com Thunderhead Food Court | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-879-6111 | www.steamboat.com Thunderhead Red’s Bar | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-879-6111 | www.steamboat.com Truffle Pig Restaurant & Market | 2250 Apres Ski Way | 970-879-7470 | www.trufflepigrestaurant.com Wendy’s of Steamboat | 225 Anglers Dr. | 970-879-5513 | www.wendys.com Western BBQ | Steamboat Ski Area | 970-871-5150 | www.steamboat.com Winona’s | 617 Lincoln Ave. | 970-879-2483 | www.winonassteamboat.com

Troy Lewis and son, Tucker, enjoy an outdoor lunch along main street.

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Local Knowledge

Aryeh Copa

Lodging Guide

Joey Rind on Spring’s Best Joey Rind is operations manager at the Highmark, a property of Mountain Resorts, the largest local property management company.

Spring is a good time for three-sport days. What would yours be?

Start the morning off on my bike for a road ride with my beautiful wife, Dr. Michelle Linet, perhaps leading into an afternoon of coaching on the soccer pitch, shaping the talented youth of the Steamboat Soccer Club, and ending the evening on the ultracompetitive adult softball fields.

Spring’s a fun time to ski. What do you like most about spring ski days?

Goggle tans – they’re a status symbol, you know. Carvey spring slush, the smell of the trees coming alive, late afternoons and the casual festive feeling of spring.

Lots of holidays in spring: Mardi Gras, St. Patty’s Day, Springalicious (Closing Weekend). What’s your favorite?

The Bump Off – bring it back!

Editor’s note: The Bump-Off was a grassroots party at the Chutes on St. Patty’s Day that eventually became a quasi-sanctioned event but ultimately was the victim of its own success, as crowd control became too difficult at this remote location.

Summer’s just around the corner. What are you most looking forward to?

Long sunny warm days, shorts and t-shirts, the feeling of grass on my feet and more time with my beautiful family, including my son Nathan, 5, and daughter Zanah, 2.

Care to guess how many medals Steamboat brings home from the Olympics? Fifteen local athletes are going.

One each would be great, but realistically, let’s say six.

Does Highmark have a powder clause for its employees?

We encourage our employees to plan accordingly, within reason – we’re right across the street and it’s why we live here.

What’s the number-one question people ask at the front desk?

Of late our guests and owners are very curious about their ability to purchase recreational marijuana....yup, I said it.

They say it’s easy to find a job in Steamboat, but hard to find a career.

What’s your secret?

Patience, persistence, hard work, timing, luck and of course, my charm and good looks. Not to mention a helluva mentor: Michelle Ouimet, senior vice president for Mountain Resorts.

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The Ranch at Steamboat | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Resort Group | 970-879-8700 | www.resortgroup.com Ridge Townhomes | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700| 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Ridgecrest Condominiums | Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com The Rockies Condominiums | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Saddle Creek Townhomes | Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com Scandinavian Lodge & Condominiums | Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com Shadow Run | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Sheraton Resort Village Inn Condos | 970-879-2220 | 800-848-8877 | www.sheratonsteamboatresort.com Simply Steamboat | 970-870-3397 | 888-870-3397 | www.simplysteamboat.com Ski Inn | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-509-9578 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Ski Ranch | Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com Ski Time Square | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Ski Trail Condominiums | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Snow Flower | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8811 | 866-599-8866 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Spa at Storm Meadows | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com The Steamboat Grand | 970-871-5500 | 877-306-2628 | www.steamboatgrand.com Steamboat Lodging Properties | 970-879-8161 | 800-641-3115 | www.steamboatlodgingproperties.com Storm Meadows at Christie Base | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Storm Meadows Club | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Storm Meadows East Slopeside | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Storm Meadows Townhomes | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Terraces at EagleRidge | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Timber Run | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-525-5502 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Timberline Lodge at Trappeur’s Crossing | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8811 | 866-599-8866 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Torian Plum | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8811 | 866-599-8866 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Trailhead Lodge at Wildhorse Meadows | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-525-5502 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Trails at Storm Meadows | Mountain Resorts | 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 | www.mtn-resorts.com Trappeur’s Lodge at Trappeur’s Crossing | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8811 | 866-599-8866 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Villas at Walton Creek | Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com Waterford | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-525-5502 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Waterstone at EagleRidge | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-525-5502 | www.wvrsteamboat.com The West | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-521-4013 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Winterwood Townhomes | Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com WorldMark The Club - Village at Steamboat | 970-879-2931 | www.worldmarktheclub.com Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 866-836-8957 | www.wvrsteamboat.com Yampa View | Wyndham Vacation Rentals | 970-879-8000 | 800-525-5502 | www.wvrsteamboat.com

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Condos In Steamboat | 800-820-1886 | www.condosinsteamboat.com Giant View | 877-824-5734 | www.giantview.com Mariposa Lodge | 970-879-1467 | 800-578-1467 | www.steamboatmariposa.com Moving Mountains | 970-870-9359 | 877-624-2538 | www.movingmountains.com Over The Edge Chalet | 970-846-8907 | 877-475-6923 | www.steamboatluxe.com Pinnacle Resort Management | 970-879-0600 | 866-992-0600 | www.theporches.com Pioneer Ridge | 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 | www.steamboat-springs.com Resort Group | 970-879-8700 | www.resortgroup.com Royal Flush House | 303-910-1108 | www.royalflushhouse.com Steamboat Lodging Properties | 970-879-8161 | 800-641-3115 | www.steamboatlodgingproperties.com

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Axis West Management & Realty 1585 Mid Valley Dr. 970-879-8171 www.axiswestrealty.com

Central Park Management 800 Weiss Dr., Ste. A 970-879-3294 | 866-439-6464 www.centralparkmgmt.com

Colorado Commercial Services 2130 Resort Dr., Ste. 250 970-875-2899 www.resortgroup.com

Condos In Steamboat 63 Park Place 800-820-1886 www.condosinsteamboat.com

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33255 Creek Summit Ln. 970-879-6201 www.crsummit.com

155 Anglers Dr. 970-870-6470

Dawes & Associates

675 Snapdragon Way, Ste. 100 970-879-0517 | 800-233-8102 www.steamboat-springs.com

Pioneer Ridge

970-879-9124

Steamboat Central Reservations 1475 Pine Grove Rd., Ste. 202 970-879-0740 | 877-237-2628 www.steamboat.com/plan-vacation/ lodging

Steamboat Lodging Properties

The Porches/ Pinnacle Resort Management

3275 Snowflake Cir. 970-879-8161 | 800-641-3115 www.steamboatlodgingproperties.com

Kamar, Inc.

2096 Indian Summer Dr. 970-879-0600 | 866-992-0600 www.theporches.com

WorldMark, The Club Village At Steamboat

1821 Kamar Plaza, Unit 4 970-879-2591

Simply Steamboat

Four Seasons Property Management 970-819-2728 www.fourseasonssteamboat.com

Mountain Resorts 2150 Resort Dr., Ste. 100 970-879-3700 | 800-525-2622 www.mtn-resorts.com

Moving Mountains 690 Marketplace Plaza, Ste. 3 970-870-9359 | 877-624-2538 www.movingmountains.com

1169 Hilltop Pkwy., Ste. 206B 970-870-3397 | 888-870-3397 www.simplysteamboat.com

Steamboat Association Management

900 Pine Grove Cir. 970-879-2931 www.worldmarktheclub.com

Wyndham Vacation Rentals 1847 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-8000 | 800-525-5502 www.wvrsteamboat.com

2150 Resort Dr., Ste. 200 970-875-2800 www.steamboatassociations.com

Deborah Olsen

Most of the lodging facilities available through Steamboat Central Reservations have been assigned quality ratings by an independent rating service. Properties are first placed in price categories of Premium ($$$$), Expensive ($$$), Moderate ($$) or Economy ($) based on regular season rates. A random sample of units/rooms from each property is then inspected and assigned a quality rating designation of Excellent (EX), Very Good (VG), Good (G) or Fair (F). Properties that are not part of Steamboat Central Reservations are not rated. The rating designation assigned represents the overall quality of the furnishings, materials and maintenance.

Properties are compared to one another within the same price categories. Standards of quality are Steamboat-based, although national standards are taken into consideration in order to form a baseline. Conditions of the property may have changed since the time of inspection.

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Mid-morning is a great time to ride in spring. It’s warming up, so snow has softened a bit, which creates better footing for the horses.

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Spring conditions can include snow, soft spots, mud, higher water. Always be aware of changing weather.

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My favorite part of riding around the ranch during spring is seeing the elk calves.

There’s a herd of about 300 that come up and calve in spring. Spring is a good time to see wildlife around the valley – from the sandhill cranes that fly in and start nesting, to deer and elk and moose.

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To sit in a saddle so you don’t get sore, sit up straight and tall, and carry your weight in your legs. Press down on the balls of your feet and keep your heels down in the stirrups – that takes some pressure off your low back and hips.

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Outdoors Guide Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Routes ■ 1A West Summit Loop A

3.7 miles (loop from trailhead)

USGS maps: Mount Werner, Walton Peak, Blacktail Mountain quads Access: Travel east of Steamboat Springs on U.S. 40 approximately 13 miles to the West Summit parking area on Rabbit Ears Pass.

Route description: Begin on the north side of the road. Skiing the route in a clockwise direction is less difficult, with gentler climbs and steeper descents through open and wooded areas. Views of the Yampa Valley and the Flat Tops are spectacular. The West Summit loops and surrounding terrain are the most popular skiing areas in the Hahn’s Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District.

◆ 1B West Summit Loop B

3.6 miles/5.4 miles (loop from trailhead)

USGS maps: Mount Werner, Walton Peak Access: This route is reached by skiing counter-clockwise on 1A. Ski past the first junction with 1B and climb to the top of the ridge. At the second junction, on the ridgetop, ski 1B to the east. This route is best skied in a clockwise direction.

Route description: This route has several steep ascents and descents through heavy timber and open parks.

◆ 1C South Summit Loop

3 miles

USGS map: Walton Peak Access: This route begins at the West Summit parking area. Park on the south side of the highway.

Route description: Travel counter-clockwise for the best downhill runs. The route begins by following an old road. Woods, open meadows and some steep descents are encountered. This route connects with route 3B midway around the loop. Past this junction, the route follows the telephone lines and old highway, paralleling U.S. 40. The final portion follows the meadow edge back to the West Summit, then retraces the first segment of old road.

■ 1D Bruce’s Trail

3.1 miles

USGS map: Mount Werner Access: Travel east of Steamboat Springs on U.S. 40 approximately 14 miles to the parking area on the north side of the highway. A short spur connects the parking lot to the main trail.

Route description: Designed wide to accommodate both skating and traditional skiing techniques. The trail is machine-groomed in the early ski season. The upper loop provides easy skiing, while the lower loop has a moderate difficulty rating. The tight loop design and proximity to the highway make this trail a good choice for a ski workout, a short day, or for skiers wishing to remain relatively close to their vehicles.

◆◆ 2A Hogan Park Route

14 miles round trip

USGS maps: Mount Werner, Walton Peak Access: Travel east of Steamboat Springs on U.S. 40 approximately 18 miles to the Walton Peak parking area. One way, 7 miles to Morningside Lift.

Route description: This route is recommended for experts only. If you plan to descend Mount Werner through the Steamboat Ski Area, safety straps are required. Begin on the north side of the highway just west of the large cut bank. The route crosses large open parks and many streams. Steep ascents and descents will be encountered.

During heavy snowfall or whiteout conditions, the route is very difficult to follow across the large parks. Carry emergency/survival gear. If lift is not operating, climb 1 mile to top of lift, then descend 3 miles to ski area base.

■ 2B Fox Curve Loop

3.6 miles

USGS map: Mount Werner Access: Travel approximately 17 miles east of Steamboat Springs on U.S. 40 to the Fox Curve parking area. Parking on north side of highway.

Route description: This route has varied terrain including steep ascents and descents. Use caution when crossing Walton Creek.

■ 3A Walton Creek Loop

1.6 miles

USGS map: Mount Werner Access: Travel east of Steamboat Springs on U.S. 40 approximately 18 miles to the Walton Creek parking area on Rabbit Ears Pass. The parking area is on the south side of the highway.

Route description: Begin at the knoll south of the parking lot and follow the powerline a short distance to the west. Turn south across Walton Creek and through Walton Creek Campground. The junction of route 3B is reached in the meadow south of the campground. Past this junction, the route makes a steep ascent over a ridge and down an open slope to Walton Creek and the junction of route 3C. Follow Walton Creek back to the parking area.

◆◆ 3B Par-A-Llel Route

2.3 miles/4.2 miles (loop from trailhead)

USGS maps: Mount Werner, Walton Peak Access: This route can be accessed from route 1C, beginning at the West Summit parking area on the south side of the highway, or from route 3A, beginning at the Walton Creek parking area.

Route description: This route connects routes 1C and 3A. Skiing it west to east provides more exciting downhill runs; skiing east to west involves more climbing, though much of it is gentle. Starting at the junction of 1C and 3B (west end), the route goes up a gentle slope and drops into a stream valley. Use caution when crossing streams and beaver ponds on this route as they may be only partially frozen. Heavy timber and open meadows.

■ 3C North Walton Peak Route

3.25 miles/6.5 miles (loop from trailhead)

USGS maps: Mount Werner, Walton Peak Access: Travel east of Steamboat Springs on U.S. 40 approximately 18 miles to the Walton Creek parking area.

Route description: This is the most popular route for telemarking. Begin at the knoll to the south of the parking area and head southeast and downhill through the trees following route 3A. Approximately 1/2 mile from the parking area is the junction of 3A and 3C. The route crosses Walton Creek and travels through wooded areas and open meadows. It connects to Forest Road 302 and follows it to the top of North Walton Peak. Opportunities for steep runs exist on the slopes of this peak.

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Snowmobile Routes ■◆ 1A North: Continental Divide

15 miles

Location: Rabbit Ears Pass to Buffalo Pass Route description: Start at Dumont or Muddy Creek trailhead. Open meadows and dense forests. Very popular route.

■◆ 1A South: Continental Divide

26 miles

Location: Rabbit Ears Pass to Rock Creek on Gore Pass Route description: Start at Muddy Creek or Gore Pass. Longer, less crowded trail. Numerous non-maintained routes in the Gore Pass area.

■◆ 1D Buffalo Pass

8 miles

Location: Dry Lake to Buffalo Pass Route description: Limited parking at Dry Lake. Multiple use area. Crowded on lower sections with skiers and snowcats. Opens up above the switchbacks. Stay on groomed route until after switchbacks.

● 1E Grizzly Creek

8 miles

Location: Grizzly Creek Guard Station to Buffalo Pass Route description: Access Grizzly Creek from Colorado 14 in North Park. Alternative access to Buffalo Pass.

● 1F Sawmill Creek

16 miles

Location: Intersection of 1E to Rabbit Ears Pass Route description: Forms a 40-mile loop with 1A and 1E.

◆◆ 1G Round Lake Cutoff

4 miles

Location: Round Lake to 1F trail Route description: Route not groomed or maintained. Know where you’re going. Have map and compass.

■◆ 5A South Walton Peak

6 miles

Location: Muddy Creek or Dumont Lake to South Walton Peak Route description: Nice views as route climbs South Walton Peak. Be aware that nearby North Walton Peak is for non-motorized recreation.

Additional trails are located elsewhere in the forest. Contact the U.S. Forest Service for maps and more information or visit the website: www.fs.fed.us/mbr/rd-hpbe. Source: All material supplied by the U.S. Forest Service

Backcountry Information Cross Country Ski General Information 1. Park only in designated areas. These are identified by large trailhead parking signs.

2. Skiing is recommended in areas north and south of U.S. 40 from the West Summit east to Walton Creek.

3. Ski routes are marked with blue diamonds on trees. Bamboo poles are used to mark the trail route through open areas when snow depth permits. After heavy snowfalls, the posts and poles may be covered with snow and not visible.

4. Routes are not groomed and have sections of steep ascent and descent. Skiers should have the skills to handle varied terrain and snow conditions before attempting these routes. The exception is Bruce’s Trail, which is occasionally groomed in early ski season.

5. Dogs’ feet may damage ski tracks. Dog droppings should be removed from the trail.

Snowshoe General Information Snowshoers are welcome to use the marked cross country ski routes on Rabbit Ears Pass, but they should travel parallel to the ski tracks, not on them. Snowshoes damage ski tracks. Recommended routes for snowshoeing are Walton Peak Loop and Bruce’s Trail.

Smaller loops for snowshoers may be available. Contact the USFS for details: 970-879-2299.

Snowmobile General Information 1. Park only in designated areas. These are identified by large trailhead parking signs.

2. Snowmobile use areas are north and south of U.S. 40, from Walton Creek to Muddy Pass. Please respect non-motorized areas.

3. Snowmobile trails are maintained by volunteers from Routt Powder Riders.

4. Snowmobile routes are marked with orange diamonds on trees. Poles are used to mark the trail routes through open areas.

Non-Motorized Areas Two areas, the west side of Rabbit Ears Pass on U.S. 40 and an area by the Dry Lake Campground on the Buffalo Pass Road, are managed for non-motorized recreation. These areas are marked on trailhead maps and on the ground. These areas are closed to motorized users.

Violations are punishable.

Wilderness The Mount Zirkel Wilderness and the Sarvis Creek Wilderness are closed to snowmobiles. Violations are punishable.

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• Failure to obtain a permit or to keep over-the-snow motorized vehicles on designated routes could result in fines or the loss of privileges to use the area.

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Backcountry permits are required for all users. Permits are available at Dry Creek trailhead or the Forest Service office in Steamboat Buffalo Pass Winter Recreation Area Springs.

To get to Strawberry Park Road from U.S. 40, turn north on Third Street, right on Fish Creek Falls Road and left on Amethyst Drive.

Follow Amethyst until it turns into Strawberry Park Road (CR 36).

Safety and Etiquette Recommendations: • Snowcats have the right-of- way; snowmobiles should move to the side of the trail and pass snowcats slowly.

• There are many blind corners – travel slowly and be aware of others.

• There is no avalanche control. It is your responsibility to know snow and weather conditions and your own ability.

• Skiers and boarders – conserve powder.

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Sources: Routt County, Routt Powder Riders and the U.S. Forest Service.

Backcountry Contact Information Colorado Avalanche Information Ctr. Routt Nat’l Forest Yampa Ranger Dist. Steamboat Lake State Park PO Box 667 | 61855 Routt County Rd 129 PO Box 7 | 300 Roselawn | Yampa 80483 970-275-5360 | caic.state.co.us/ Clark 80428 | 970-879-3922 | coloradoparks.org 970-638-4516 | fs.fed.us/r2/mbr/rd-yampa Routt National Forest Hahns Peak/ Bears Ears Ranger District 925 Weiss Dr | Steamboat Springs 80487 970-870-2299 | fs.fed.us/r2/mbr/rd-hpbe

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Stagecoach State Park PO Box 98 | Oak Creek 80468 970-736-2436 | coloradoparks.org

Steamboat Ski Touring Center PO Box 775401 | 2000 Clubhouse Dr Steamboat Springs 80477 | 970-879-8180

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ATV Trails Hiking Trails Mountain Biking Dirt Biking

Take County Road. 129 to NFSR 550, then north 4 mi. to NFSR 500, then east 2 mi. to NFSR 402, then south 1 mi. to trailhead #1203. Take Farwell Mountain Trail #1203 (single track, no ATVs) southeast about 5 miles to NFSR 409, then follow the road about 3 mi. to Wyoming Trail #1101. Take Trail #1101 north about 10 mi. to Hare Trail #1199, then follow the trail west about 3 mi. to NFSR 520. Take 520 west 3 mi. to NFSR 500, south on 500 about 1 mi. to NFSR 402 and back to trailhead #1203. USGS: Mt. Werner; Trails Illustrated: #118

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Take Routt County Rd. 129 to Routt County Rd. 64 and continue east for about 4 mi, to NFSR 429 on left.

Take Coulton Creek Trail #1188 about 5 mi. north to Cutover Trail #1188A. Follow Trail #1188A east for about 1 mi. to Scott Run Trail #1177. Take trail #1177 south for 1 mi. to NFSR 430, then follow this road south about 2 mi. to Routt County Rd. 64 about 2 mi. west back to trailhead #1188.

USGS: Farwell Mountain; Trails Illustrated: #116

● Elk Run Trail – Stagecoach State Park 10 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 7,212 ft. | Highest Point 7,212 ft. | Wildlife viewing, especially in late afternoon

Trail begins at fishing access parking lot off County Road 16 at south end of Stagecoach Reservoir. At about 4.5 mi., trail crosses the dam and joins County Road 18. Follow County Road 18 to park road, past marina and offices, then back onto the trail until you have to veer onto County Road 16 to cross the bridge at the south end of the lake. USGS: Blacktail Mountain, Trails Illustrated: #118

■ Fishhook, Lost and Lake Elmo

6 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 10,000 ft. | Highest Point 10,000 ft. | Excellent fishing Take U.S. 40 southeast to Dumont Lake NFSR 315.

Turn left and follow 315 to NFSR 311. Take 311 north about 4 mi. to Wyoming Trail #1101 at Basecamp Trailhead. (NOTE: 4WD suggested on NFSR 311.)

Follow Trail #1101 north about 3 mi., past Fishhook and Lost Lake to Lake Elmo. Return to Basecamp Trailhead. Trail #1101 continues north to the Wyoming state line. NFSR 311 - closed for hazardous tree removal - contact office for reroutes.

USGS: Mt. Werner; Trails Illustrated: #118

Follow County Road 18 past Stagecoach Reservoir dam approx. 1.7 mi. to Sarvis Creek State Wildlife Area and turn right. Follow main road 1/2 mi. to Sarvis Creek Trailhead parking lot. Most people follow trail 2.2 mi. to bridge that crosses Sarvis Creek and turn around, but trail continues to Buffalo Park Rd. (12 mi. one way).

USGS: Blacktail Mountain; Trails Illustrated: #118

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Mad Creek Trail/Hot Springs Trail

South Fork Loop

Trailhead is not marked. Take County Road 129 to the Mad Creek trailhead. Walk back down County Road 129 approx. 400 yds. to NFSR 128. About 1/2 mile up, the hot springs trail cuts off to the right. Strawberry Park Hot Springs are private; admission is charged to access the springs. Popular mountain bike trail.

USGS: Mad Creek; Trails Illustrated: #117

Can be done as a loop or one way. For the loop, start at Hinman Campground. Trail exits at NFSR 433; follow it west and north to NFSR 400 and then west back to Hinman. To go one way, park at trailhead #110 off NFSR 443 and walk downhill to Hinman.

USGS: Mt. Ethel; Trails Illustrated: #116 & #117

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4.5 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 7,000 ft. | Highest Point 7,400 ft. | Hikers beware of heavy bike traffic.

Coulton Creek Loop

13 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 7,640 ft. | Highest Point 8,600 ft | Single Track

5 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 7,000 ft. | Highest Point 7,840 ft. | Located in Service Creek Wilderness

Manzanares Trail Loop

27.5 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 8,680 ft. | Highest Point 10,038 ft. | Wildlife viewing, especially in late afternoon | Hilly, rocky sections and steep grades are challenging.

Take County Road 129 to NFSR 550, then north 4 mi. to NFSR 500, then east 2 mi. to NFSR 402, then south 1 mi. to trailhead #1203. Take Farwell Mountain Trail #1203 (single track, no ATVs) southeast about 5 miles to NFSR 409, then follow the road about 3 mi. to Wyoming Trail #1101. Take Trail #1101 north about 13 miles to Manzanares Trail #1204, follow the trail west about 5 mi. back to trailhead #1203.

12 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 7,680 ft. | Highest Point 8,400 ft. | Spectacular views of mountain peaks; follows south fork of Elk River

Spring Creek Trail

10.5 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 7,000 ft. | Highest Point 7,920 ft. | Within Steamboat Springs city limits Access trail at corner of Amethyst Drive and Maple Street. Follow County Road 34 (single-lane, rough road) 1/2 mi. to reservoirs. Trail continues approximately 4 mi. to Dry Lake Campground. Popular mountain bike trail on improved surface.

USGS: Steamboat Springs; Trails Illustrated: #116 & #117

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Nipple Peak Loop

Three Island Lake

30 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 9,500 ft. | Highest Point 10,200 ft. | Hills, rocks and trees add to the difficulty of this loop.

7 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 8,380 ft. | Highest Point 9,878 ft. | Mount Zirkel Wilderness, follows the south fork of the Elk River

(Open for motorized use July 1 - Sept. 30) Take County Road 129 north to NFSR 047. Turn left and continue about 10 miles to trailhead #1147. Left on trail #1156 about 10 miles. Left on County Road 129 back to the car.

Turn right past Seedhouse Campground on NFSR 443 and continue approximately 3 miles to trailhead on left side of road. Turn right at intersection of trail #1163 and follow to lake in Mount Zirkel Wilderness. No bikes allowed.

USGS: Mt. Zirkel; Trails Illustrated: #116

■ Rabbit Ears Peak

6 miles roundtrip | Starting Elevation 9,600 ft. | Highest Point 10,651 ft. | Volcanic rock formation, vast wildflower fields | Do not climb on the “ears,” which are unsafe, crumbly rock.

Note: Mechanized travel, including mountain bikes, is prohibited in wilderness areas.

Take East U.S. 40 to Dumont Lake Campground turnoff. Follow road past the campground and picnic area, turn left at Rabbit Ears Pass monument and follow sign to NFSR 311 (rough road; 4-wheel drive suggested).

Continue approx. 1/4 mi. to NFSR 291 on right. Park and hike on road, which bears to the right.

SGS: Rabbit Ears; Trails Illustrated: #118

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Real Estate Local Knowledge Today’s Market

Courtesy Kim Kreissig

Real estate is a hot commodity right now in Steamboat Springs. In a market that ranges from small studios to ranches, local knowledge is key. Kim Kreissig, broker/owner of Re/Max Partners, shares her insight.

Construction is especially active in spring. How much lead time do people need to get a construction project going this summer?

Spring is optimal for breaking ground in Steamboat, although construction goes on year-round. Construction time depends on the scope of the project. A townhome in an approved development can take six months or less, while a custom home can take nine months to a year. If it’s a home in a subdivision with architectural guidelines, allow plenty of lead-time for committee review. Obtaining the necessary permits generally takes about a month or so, if all goes smoothly. Planning six months ahead is a good measure.

What do you expect to be the most active segment of the market this spring?

Condos/townhomes priced under $300k in the mountain area, as well as mid-priced single-family homes. We’re experiencing limited inventory in these segments. Buyers should be tuned into what’s coming on the market and be ready to respond by being pre-approved for a mortgage.

For a while, it was difficult to get a mortgage for a second home in a resort community. What are the prospects in the current market?

Lending requirements have loosened up a bit. A buyer might have to invest more upfront, but we can get the loan. Also, great products that require little money down are available for first-time homebuyers. We typically recommend local lending, due to the nuances of a resort community.

Are new developments coming on the market?

Rocky Peak Village is continuing its build-out with townhomes off Tamarack and Hilltop Drive. In the same area, Emerald Heights began construction this past year. On the mountain, one of the remaining parcels in the original Chadwick development on Eagleridge Drive recently received planning approval for 10 condos and a duplex. Also slated this summer are 17 townhomes within Wildhorse Meadows.

What’s the hottest neighborhood right now?

The mountain continues to maintain the lion’s share of transactions, while Old Town’s charm and proximity to schools, dining and shopping appeals to families and anyone seeking a more urban experience. The average number of active listings is hovering around 50 for properties in the Old Town area, ranging from $259,000 for a condo to $3,600,000 for a single-family home. The average price per square foot for single-family homes downtown or on the mountain is $375-$400/square foot.

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Real Estate Apartments

Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty

Central Park Management

610 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-8100 www.steamboatsir.com

800 Weiss Dr. 970-879-3294 www.centralparkmgmt.com

Mountain Village Apartments 1101 Mtn. Village Cir. 970-870-1719 www.steamboatapartments.com

Appraisers ASI Appraisal Services 320 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-5307 www.asiappraisalcolorado.com

Elliott Appraisal Services 732 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1472

Colorado Group Realty

Marci Valicenti

600 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2993 www.yampavalleybank.com

509 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8800 www.mybrokers.com

970-846-9224

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Real Estate Agents

Todd Asbury

Jon Wade

970-870-8800

970-879-0879

Buyer’s Resource Real Estate

Mike Autrey

Beth Walsh

970-870-8800

970-846-7032

56 Ninth St. 970-870-8885 www.buysteamboat.com

Dave Barnes

Ronald Wendler

970-819-5169

970-846-7500

Sharon Beaupre

Doug Labor

Nancy Westphale

970-846-8257

970-846-0504

Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties

970-870-8885

Coleman Cook

Amy J. Williams

970-846-5086

350 S Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8814 www.coldwellbankersteamboat.com

Rachel Ryan

970-846-8601

970-870-8885

Jim Cook

Ulrich Salzgeber

Pete Wither

970-846-1746

970-846-1867

970-870-8885

Kevin Dietrich

Scott Wither

970-389-6745

970-846-5898

Martin Dragnev

Elk River Realty

Steamboat Village Brokers 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-7800 www.steamboatvillagebrokers.com

Land and Ranch Real Estate

Colorado Group Realty

Board of Realtors

509 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8800 www.mybrokers.com

Steamboat Springs Board of Realtors

Steamboat Real Estate

625 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4663 www.ssbr.org

Commercial Real Estate Alderwood Group, Resort Management & Real Estate 970-879-2333 www.alderwoodgroup.com

Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties 350 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8814 www.coldwellbankersteamboat.com

Colorado Group Realty 509 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8800 www.mybrokers.com

Colorado Partners Realty Group 33255 Creek Summit Ln. 970-291-1255 www.coloradopartners.net

Commercial Property Group, The

970-291-9412

Karen Beauvais

Lee Findell

970-879-8814

970-846-0695

Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty

Mix Beauvais

Penny Fletcher

970-879-8814

970-846-4429

610 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-8100 www.steamboatsir.com

Kim Butler

Vonnie Frentress

970-879-8814

970-846-4372

Annick Chappot-Look

Randall Hannaway

970-879-8814

970-846-2104

Todd Conklin

Dave Hartley

970-879-8814

970-846-3281

Kelly Conway

Amy Hillenbrand

970-879-8814

970-846-8440

Christine Hands

Dean Laird

970-879-8814

970-846-8284

970-879-2333 www.alderwoodgroup.com

Pam Heinrich

Mike Lewis

970-879-8814

970-846-5596

Alpine Mortgage

Giles Howard

Sandi Martin

1901 Pine Grove Rd. 877-886-3171 www.alpinebank.com

970-879-8814

970-819-6556

Vicki Jackson

Sharon Martin

155 Anglers Dr. 970-879-7653 www.steamboatrealestatepartners.com

970-879-8814

970-846-9987

Centennial Bank

Chuck Armbruster

John James

Nick Metzler

970-846-5655

970-879-8814

970-870-8800

Angela Ashby

Catherine Lykken

Chris Paoli

970-819-4897

970-879-8814

970-819-1432

Stephan Baden

Steve Novack

Eliese Pivarnik

970-846-8575

970-879-8814

970-819-6372

Ryan Barclay

Hal Noyes

Tom Ptach

970-846-8101

970-879-8814

970-846-6964

Michael Buckley

Susan Ross

Joy Rasmussen

970-819-5761

445 Anglers Dr. 970-871-4992 www.sundanceatfishcreek.com

970-879-8814

970-846-8678

Suellyn Godino

Greg Rudolph

Marne Roberts

970-846-9967

970-879-8814

970-846-1868

Vectra Bank Colorado

Karen Hughes

Dan Shores

Annamarie Shunny

970-846-4841

970-879-8814

970-846-7547

Kim Kreissig

Mike Shuttleworth

Shelley Standford

970-846-4250

970-879-8814

970-846-2991

Wayne Ranieri

Robert Yazbeck

Bo Stempel

970-846-1002

970-879-8814

970-819-1123

Jim Walters

Sue Stempel

970-846-8760

620 Oak St. 970-879-5000 www.steamboatrealestate.com

Steamboat Village Brokers 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-7800 www.steamboatvillagebrokers.com

Mortgage Brokers Alderwood Group, Resort Management & Real Estate

635 Marketplace Plaza 970-870-9990 www.centennialbanking.com

Mountain Valley Bank

3001 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1402 www.cpgsteamboat.com

MR Realty

Nordic Spirit Inc./ Sundance @ Fishcreek

Nordic Spirit, Inc./ Sundance @ Fishcreek 445 Anglers Dr. 970-871-4992 www.sundanceatfishcreek.com

2155 Resort Dr. 970-871-4400 www.vectrabank.com

Ski Town Commercial Real Estate

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

729 Pine St. 970-871-0002 www.skitowncommercial.com

Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties

970-846-2859

350 S Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8814 www.coldwellbankersteamboat.com

2201 Curve Plaza 970-870-6550 www.bankmvb.com

2150 Resort Dr. 970-879-0763 www.MRRealtySteamboat.com

Yampa Valley Bank

320 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8586 www.wfhm.com/lynn-reiff

Joanne Erickson 970-819-0755

970-819-0981

Lori Thompson 970-846-6350 VG 64 | ONLINE A T WWW. steamboatCHAMB ER .com

Mike Woolverton 404 Oak St. 970-879-8103 www.elkriverrealty.com

Moser & Associates Inc. 610 Oak St. 970-879-2839

MR Realty 2150 Resort Dr. www.MRRealtySteamboat.com

Kathy Connell 970-846-3746

Ken Schomaker 970-879-0763

Porches Of Steamboat 2096 Indian Summer Dr. 970-879-0600 www.theporches.com

RE/MAX Partners

Peggy Wolfe 970-846-8804

Steamboat Ski & Resort Realty

Cheryl Foote

Kathy Steinberg

970-846-6444

970-846-8418

Darrin Fryer

Adrienne Stroock

970-846-5551

970-846-3590

Ken Gold

Harry Thompson

Bruce Carta

970-846-1247

970-846-1556

970-871-5505

Vicky Hanna

Josie Tolan

Dave Irish

970-846-1725

970-846-6781

970-871-5505

Molly Hibbard

Pam Vanatta

Kristin Lile

970-846-8536

970-291-8100

970-871-5505

Robyn Higginbothamn

Tony Walton

Kathleen Murphy

970-846-8247

970-846-7577

970-871-5505

Julie Hill

Tom Wilson

Steamboat Ski Town Real Estate

970-367-3442

970-846-4121

Rick Hodges

Chris Wittemyer

970-846-1984

970-846-1364

Kristi Hoffman

Stephan Zittel

970-846-9574

970-846-4803

Ted Hoffman

Steamboat Village Brokers

2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5505 www.steamboatrealty.com

Niffy McNiff Bube 30090 Bannock Trail 970-846-6293 www.steamboatskitownrealestate.com

Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty 610 Marketplace Plaza 970-291-8100 www.steamboatsir.com

Ivy Baker 970-846-7707

Moose Barrows 303-579-1924

Tim Boehm 970-846-7873

Bob Bomeisl 970-846-3046

Cam Boyd 970-846-8100

John & Wanda Busch 641-425-8713

Bruce Carta 970-879-8100

Diane Carter 970-870-0594

Jack Carter 970-846-3261

Jody Corey 970-846-9449

Colleen deJong 970-846-5569

Michelle Diehl 970-879-8100

Chris Dillenbeck 970-846-9933

Charlie Dressen 970-846-6435

Mark Dudley 970-819-4538

Scott Eggleston 970-846-7471

Steve Elkins 970-846-5376

Meg Firestone 970-846-5643

Heidi Flint 970-846-5330

970-846-1031 970-846-2186

1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-5000 www.steamboatvillagebrokers.com

Jill Limberg

Steve Asbury

David Kidd

970-846-2608

970-846-2496

Valerie Lish

Barb Backurz

970-846-1082

970-846-0301

Cindy MacGray

Darlinda Baldinger

Real Estate Companies Alderwood Group, Resort Management & Real Estate 970-879-2333 www.alderwoodgroup.com

Axis West Management & Realty 1585 Mid Valley Dr. 970-879-8171 www.axiswestrealty.com

Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties 350 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8814 www.coldwellbankersteamboat.com

Colorado Group Realty, Inc. 509 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8800 www.mybrokers.com

Colorado Partners Realty Group

David Baldinger Jr.

970-846-3118

970-846-2560

Elk River Realty

Anne Mayberry

Ryan Barclay

404 Oak St. 970-879-8103 www.elkriverrealty.com

970-846-5005

970-846-5934

MR Realty

Carolyn Nickum

Steve Downs

2150 Resort Dr. 970-879-0763 www.MRRealtySteamboat.com

970-819-4192

970-846-1709

Lisa Olson

Rebecca Ferguson

970-846-0713

970-846-2293

Brian Olson

Diane Franklin

Porches Of Steamboat

970-846-2619

970-879-2259

2096 Indian Summer Dr. 970-879-0600 www.theporches.com

Lambert Orton

Peggy Garrett

RE/MAX Partners

970-846-1911

970-734-4132

Beth Postemski

Joan Hart

970-276-1100

970-819-2936

155 Anglers Dr. 970-879-7653 www.steamboatrealestatepartners.com

Barkley Robinson

Christi Herbert

Steamboat Mountain Realty

970-819-6950

970-734-5590

Lisa Ruffino

ChLoe Lawrence

970-879-8161 www.SteamboatMountainRealty.com

970-846-6838

970-819-2150

Steamboat Real Estate

Barb Shipley

Roy Powell

620 Oak St. 970-879-5000 www.steamboatrealestate.com

970-846-5151

970-846-1661

Kelly Silva-Stahl

Cindy Rogers

970-846-6072

970-846-3671

Marc Small

Lance Romick

970-846-8815

970-846-1524

Audrey Small

Ray Wright

970-846-1154

970-846-3048

Ali Small-Kovach

Arlene Zopf

970-819-7740

970-846-5310

Traci Smith

Steamboat West

970-819-2519

Ryan Stafford 970-846-5943

Nicholas Rose

Steamboat West 970-879-0404

Taylor/Brennan

Real Estate Developers

Ren Martyn

Joan Conroy

1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-7800 www.steamboatvillagebrokers.com

56 Ninth St. 970-870-8885 www.buysteamboat.com

33255 Creek Summit Ln. 970-291-1255 www.coloradopartners.net

Mark McElhinney

Steamboat Village Brokers

2420 Ski Trail Lane 970-879-2924

970-846-7192

970-846-8101

610 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-8100 www.steamboatsir.com

Buyer’s Resource Real Estate

970-846-0342

970-846-1425

Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty

Steamboat Ski & Resort Realty 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5505 www.steamboatrealty.com

Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club 33105 Meadow Creek Dr. 970-875-1200 www.alpinemountainranchsteamboat.com

Aria Colorado 2800 Village Dr. 970-846-9449 www.bearlodgesteamboat.com

ATIRA Group 702 Oak St. 970- 870-9800 www.theatiragroup.com

Colorado Group Realty 509 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8800 www.mybrokers.com

Green Courte Partners 751 Yampa Ave. 970-761-2385 www.greencourtepartners.com

Porches Of Steamboat 2096 Indian Summer Dr. 970-879-0600 www.theporches.com

Resort Ventures West 610 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-7772 www.resortventureswest.com

Steamboat Village Brokers 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970- 879-7800 www.steamboatvillagebrokers.com

Title Services Land Title Guarantee Company 721 Oak St. 970-870-2822 www.ltgc.com

Steamboat Ski Town Real Estate 30090 Bannock Trail 970-846-6293 www.steamboatskitownrealestate.com

970-879-0404

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On the road less traveled, you’ll find streams and lakes and bike trails less traveled, too. So escape the crowds. Escape the traffic and the heat.

Escape the humdrum and the ordinary. And come to where summer adventures are extraordinary – and the town is more inviting.

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Services Guide Local Knowledge Pam Peretz Shares Spa Day Secrets

Courtesy Pam Peretz

Steamboat Springs’ full range of services makes it a perfect place for that special gathering: family reunion, conference or wedding. Pam Peretz, CEO of the Pamper Group, gives us the inside scoop on one of the most popular services: A day at the spa.

Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone massage – how do you choose?

Swedish is a lighter massage, with soft, gliding strokes that are calming and relaxing. Deep tissue is a stronger massage for those who are physically active and may be experiencing soreness. It’s our most popular massage. A hot stone massage utilizes heated river rocks to provide deep heat below the skin. It’s relaxing and soothing. All are great choices, but my favorite is deep tissue.

What time of day is best for a massage?

It all depends on your schedule, but the best time to get a massage is when you can relax afterwards. Go home, put your feet up or soak at the hot springs in town.

Drink plenty of water, especially at high altitude. Trust me, you’ll sleep like a baby.

Is it common to tip a massage therapist?

Tipping is always considered a “gift” and while not to be expected, is certainly always appreciated. The majority of clients leave a 15-20% tip. If you’re receiving a discounted service, consider tipping on the original cost. Spas sometimes add a gratuity of 18-20% for groups.

What’s a couple’s massage?

A couple’s massage is when two people get a massage in the same or adjoining rooms.

Each has his/her own therapist. It’s not a time for talking about the kids, your day on the mountain or taxes. It’s a time to share a tranquil and relaxing moment, side-byside.

Steamboat’s an athletic community. What role does massage play?

A huge role! Everyone needs a “tune-up” now and then. Massage provides good muscle memory staging, flushes lymphatic fluids and improves blood circulation.

A massage before and after an event can enhance an athlete’s performance and recovery.

Is it OK to schedule a facial right before a big event?

If you get facials regularly with trusted products, you’ll know how your skin reacts.

But, if you only do a facial once in a while, and it’s a big event like a wedding, schedule your appointment in advance. Everything you can share about your daily regimen and lifestyle will help the esthetician choose the best treatment.

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Services Guide Advertising and Marketing Media AllSteamboat.com by AllTrips 307-690-0824 www.allsteamboat.com

Comcast 625 S. Lincoln Ave. 888-824-4010 www.comcast.com

Dex One Corp.

9380 Station St., Lone Tree 303-784-2332 www.dexone.com

Dining Guide 970-846-6420 www.steamboat-dining.com

Easy 94.1 / ESPN Sports on the FM 2550 Copper Ridge Dr. 970-879-7909 www.steamboatradio.com

Homes & Land of Steamboat Springs & NW Colorado 3001 S. Lincoln Ave. 525-745-5279 www.steamboatspringshomesforsale.com

KBCR 96.9 FM / Big Country Radio 2110 Mt. Werner Rd. 970-879-2270 www.kbcr.com

KRAI FM/55 Country Radio 1111 W. Victory Way, Craig 970-824-6574 www.krai.com

KUNC 1901 56th Ave., Suite 200, Greeley 970-378-2579 www.kunc.org

Mountain Living Magazine 303-931-0743 www.mountainliving.com

Names and Numbers 1169 Hilltop Parkway 970-870-9600 www.namesandnumbers.com

NRC Broadcasting, Inc. 2955 Village Dr. 970-879-5368 www.alwaysmountaintime.com

Park Range Publications 1815 Central Park Dr. 970-879-5465 www.homelinkmag.com

Poka Yoke Design 970-457-4389 www.pokayoke.co

Resort Publications 777 McKinley St. 970-846-4334 www.steamboatcouponbook.com

Rocky Mountain PBS 1089 Bannock St., Denver 303-892-6666 www.rmpbs.org

Steamboat Guidebook 970-846-6420

Steamboat Magazine 1120 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-871-9413 www.steamboatmagazine.com

Steamboat Pilot & Today 1901 Curve Plaza 970-879-1502 www.steamboatpilot.com

Steamboat TV18 1901 Curve Plaza 970-871-4215 www.steamboattv18.com

Valley Voice 730 Lincoln Ave. 970-846-8953 www.yampavalleyvoice.com

Verne Lundquist Productions 1710 Natches Way 970-879-2393

Beauty and Wellness Cosmetics and Skin Care Grand Spa, The 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5514 www.steamboatgrand.com/grand-spa/

Rodan+Fields Dermatologists 30920 Elk Lane 970-846-6668 www.cwellford.myrandf.com

Dietitian

Steamboat Pilates, Yoga and Fitness

Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs

1104 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-6788 www.steamboatpilatesandfitness.com

44200 County Rd. 36 970-879-0342 www.strawberryhotsprings.com

Yoga Center of Steamboat

Personal Trainers

701 Yampa St. 970-870-1522 www.yogacenterofsteamboat.com

Holistic Health and Nutritional Products Calming Touch Spa at EagleRidge Lodge 1463 Flattop Cir. 970-819-7612 www.acalmingtouch.com

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Royal Foot Massage & Reflexology 1755 Central Park Plaza 970-879-6362 www.steamboatfootmassage.com

Sundance Health Zone 425 Anglers Dr. 970-871-0605

Massage Therapy Advanced Massage & Healing Arts 2955 Village Dr. 970-879-2444 www.lenahealingarts.com

Dietary Designs

Calming Touch Spa at EagleRidge Lodge

928 Lincoln Ave. 970-761-2270 www.SteamboatDietaryDesigns.com

1463 Flattop Cir. 970-819-7612 www.acalmingtouch.com

Fitness and Health Centers

Grand Spa, The

Align Pilates, Physical Therapy, Wellness 702 Oak St. 970-870-0100 www.alignsteamboat.com

Anytime Fitness 1875 Central Park Dr. 970-875-1130 www.anytimefitness.com

Bella Barre 2093 Curve Plaza 970-846-0761 www.bellabarrestudio.com

Grand Spa, The Steamboat Grand 970-871-5514 www.steamboatgrand.com/grand-spa/

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Peak Fitness Center 1103 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4943 www.peakfitnesssteamboat.com

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2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5514 www.steamboatgrand.com/grand-spa/

Kneading Hands 306 Oak St. 970-846-9032 www.kneadinghandstherapy.com

Most Kneaded Massage, A 2955 Village Dr. 970-846-1245 www.amostkneadedmassage.com

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Royal Foot Massage & Reflexology 1755 Central Park Plaza 970-879-6362 www.steamboatfootmassage.com

Serenity Massage 419 Oak St. 970-819-2700 www.serenitysteamboat.com

Anytime Fitness 1875 Central Park Dr. 970-875-1130 www.anytimefitness.com

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Salons 10th Street Barber Shop 941 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9809

Brio Salon and Spa 825 Oak St. 970-870-6541 www.briosalonsteamboat.com

Great Clips 1835 Central Park Dr. 970-879-1297 www.greatclips.com

Wildhorse Salon 690 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-1222 www.steamboatsalon.com

Spas All Season Wellness Day Spa 435 Lincoln Ave. 970-846-5907 www.allseasonwellness.com

Calming Touch Spa at EagleRidge Lodge 1463 Flattop Cir. 970-819-7612 www.acalmingtouch.com

Grand Spa, The 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5514 www.steamboatgrand.com/grand-spa/

Life Essentials Day Spa 345 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-9543 www.massagesteamboat.com

Rocky Mountain Day Spa 435 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-9860 www.steamboatmassage.com

Rocky Mountain Day Spa 2200 Village Inn Ct. 970-870-9860 www.steamboatmassage.com

Royal Foot Massage & Reflexology 1755 Central Park Plaza 970-879-6362 www.steamboatfootmassage.com

Spa Ooh La La 405 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-819-8053 www.spaoohlalasteamboat.com

Waterside Day Spa & Salon 1110 Yampa St. 970-875-0271 www.watersidedayspa.com

Yoga Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

SoulSpark Journeys 970-819-3360 www.soulsparkjourneys.com

Yoga To You 245 Hill St. 970-222-3095 www.susanemead.com

Business and Professional Services Banks Alpine Bank 1901 Pine Grove Rd. 970-871-1901 www.alpinebank.com

American Express OPEN Small Business Credit Cards 200 Vesey St., NY 212-640-7510 www.americanexpress.com/us/smallbusiness/credit-cards

Bank of the West 555 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4040 www.bankofthewest.com

Centennial Bank 635 Marketplace Plaza 970-870-9990 www.centennialbanking.com

First National Bank of the Rockies 270 Anglers Dr. 970-871-8070 www.fnbrockies.com

Mountain Valley Bank 2201 Curve Plaza 970-870-6550 www.bankmvb.com

Vectra Bank Colorado 2155 Resort Dr. 970-871-4400 www.vectrabank.com

Vectra Bank Colorado 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-4400 www.vectrabank.com

Wells Fargo Bank West, N.A. Steamboat Springs 320 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-2000 www.wellsfargo.com

Yampa Valley Bank 600 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2993 www.yampavalleybank.com

Child Care

Printing Companies

Baby Business

Lone Oak Studio

30006 County Rd. 14-C 970-879-6645 www.babybusiness.org

2570 S. Copper Frontage Rd. 970-879-4889

Discovery Learning Center

625 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-5444 www.nwgprint.com

2875 Village Dr. 970-879-5973 www.familydevelopmentcenter.org/dlc/

Kid’s Kabin Preschool 624 Pitkin St. 970-879-5896

Northwest Graphics

Poka Yoke Design 970-457-4389 www.pokayoke.co

Kid’s Vacation Center

PostNet Full Service Business Center

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5375 www.steamboat.com

1625 Mid Valley Dr. 970-871-9000 www.steamboatpostnet.com

Old Town Hot Springs

Staples

136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

1600 Mid Valley Dr. 970-879-5428 www.staples.com

Young Tracks Preschool & Child Care Center

Steamboat Pilot & Today

1647 Mid Valley Dr. 970-879-5790 www.youngtracks.com

Corporate Training and Workshops Bridgestone Winter Driving School 2300 Mount Werner Cir. 970-879-6104 www.winterdrive.com

Iconic Adventures 635 Yampa St. 877-706-4266 www.iconicadventures.com

Misto Productions 2620 S. Copper Frontage Rd. 970-871-6786 www.mistopro.com

Dry Cleaners and Laundromats Resort Dry Cleaning

1901 Curve Plaza 970-879-1502 www.steamboatpilot.com

Steamboat Sign Company 129 Spruce St. 970-879-7606 www.steamboatsigncompany.com

Telecommunications Ensignal 507 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7601 www.ensignal.com

Union Wireless 1835 Central Park Dr. 888-926-2273 www.unionwireless.com

Veterinarians Animal Healing Center, The 729 Oak St. 970-879-8933 www.sacredpets.com

Mt.Werner Veterinary Hospital

405 Anglers Dr. 970-879-1598

35825 East U.S. 40 970-879-3486 www.mtwernervet.com

Ski Town Cleaners

Pet Kare Clinic

1815 Central Park Dr. 970-879-0074 www.skitowncleaners.com

102 Anglers Dr. 970-879-5273 www.petkareclinic.com

Packing and Shipping

Steamboat Veterinary Hospital

Federal Express

1878 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1041 www.steamboatveterinaryhospitalpc.com

2717 S. Copper Passage Rd. 800-463-3339

PostNet Full Service Business Center

Dining

1625 Mid Valley Dr. 970-871-9000 www.steamboatpostnet.com

Chef Services

UPS Store, The 1815 Central Park Dr. 970-879-6161 www.theUPSstore.com

Amuse Bouche 970-819-7807 www.amusebouchechef.com

Making It With Mark 40955 County Rd. 80, Hayden 970-846-5669 www.makingitwithmark.com

Ski Town Gourmet

Rusted Porch, The

Local Flavor

1767 Clubhouse Dr. 970-870-0291 www.skitowngourmet.com

690 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-1455 www.therustedporch.com

202 Sharp St., Oak Creek 970-846-1626

Event and Wedding Planning

Sheraton Steamboat Resort

40955 County Rd. 80, Hayden 970-846-5669 www.makingitwithmark.com

Banquet and Reception Facilities

Slopeside Grill

8th Street Steakhouse 50 Eighth St. 970-879-3131 www.8thstreetsteakhouse.com

Bar Lazy L Ranch 26480 County Rd. 52E 970-879-1082 www.barlazylranch.com

bistro c.v.

345 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4197 www.bistrocv.com

Boathouse Pub 609 Yampa St. 970-879-4797 boathousesteamboat.com

Catamount Ranch & Club 33400A Catamount Dr. 970-871-9300 www.catamountranchclub.com

Creekside Café 131 11th St. 970-879-4925 www.creekside-cafe.com

Egg & I, The 325 Anglers Dr. 970-871-4633 www.theeggandirestaurants.com

Elk River Guest Ranch 29840 County Rd. 64, Clark 970-879-1946 www.elkrivergr.com

Glen Eden Resort 54737 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3907 www.glenedenresort.com

Gondola Pub & Grill Gondola Square 970-879-4448 www.gondolapubandgrill.com

Harwigs & L’Apogée 911 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1919 www.lapogee.com

Old Town Pub & Restaurant 600 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2101 www.theoldtownpub.com

Ore House at The Pine Grove 1465 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-1190 www.orehouse.com

Riggio’s Ristorante 1106 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9010 www.riggiosfineitalian.com

2200 Village Inn Ct. 970-879-2220 www.sheratonsteamboatresort.com 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-2916 www.slopesidegrill.com

Steamboat Grand 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5500 www.steamboatgrand.com

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6111 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Smokehouse 912 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7427 www.steamboatsmokehouse.com

Sweetwater Grill 811 Yampa St. 970-879-9500 www.thesweetwatergrill.com

Tap House Sports Grill 729 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2431 www.thetaphouse.com

Making It With Mark

Marno’s Custom Catering 3367 Apres Ski Way 970-879-4214 www.marnoscustomcatering.com

Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant 917 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2405 www.mazzolas.com

Old Town Pub & Restaurant 600 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2101 www.theoldtownpub.com

Qdoba Mexican Grill 1755 Central Park Dr. 970-879-7610 www.qdoba.com

Rex’s Events & Catering 3190 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-870-0438

Sheraton Steamboat Resort 2200 Village Inn Ct. 970-879-2220 www.sheratonsteamboatresort.com

Steamboat Grand

Torian Plum Tent by Wyndham Vacation Rentals

2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5500 www.steamboatgrand.com

1847 Ski Time Square Dr. www.wyndhamvacationrentals.com

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Company

Truffle Pig Restaurant & Bar 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-7470 www.trufflepigrestaurant.com

Catering Catamount Ranch & Club 33400A Catamount Dr. 970-871-9300 www.catamountranchclub.com

Cugino’s Pizzeria 41 Eighth St. 970-879-5805 www.cuginosrestaurant.com

Double Z BBQ 1124 Yampa St. 970-879-0849 www.doublezbbq.com

1030 Yampa St. 970-879-3504 www.steamboatseafood.com

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6111 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Smokehouse 912 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7427 www.steamboatsmokehouse.com

Truffle Pig Restaurant & Bar 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-7470 www.trufflepigrestaurant.com

Fireside Catering 37735 County Rd. 179 970-879-9922 www.steamboatcatering.com

Freshies 145 Trafalger Dr. 970-879-8099 www.freshiessteamboat.com

Harwigs & L’Apogée 911 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1919 www.lapogee.com

JJRK Enterprises 400 Cherry Dr. 970-846-5681

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Services Guide Decorations, Equipment, Rentals and Supplies Colorado Event Rentals 2620 S. Copper Frontage Rd. 970-871-6786 www.coloradoeventrentals.com

Royal Flush Industries 1605 Shield Dr. 970-870-6500

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Entertainment Top Shelf Entertainment 970-819-4401

Event Planners Last Call 144 Oak Ridge Cir., Oak Creek 970-819-3668 www.lastcalleventplanning.com

Main Event, The 970-879-9020 www.themaineventcolorado.com

Making It With Mark 40955 County Rd. 80, Hayden 970-846-5669 www.makingitwithmark.com

Misto Productions 2620 S. Copper Frontage Rd. 970-871-6786 www.mistopro.com

One Fine Day Productions 442 Oak St. 970-871-7431 www.weddingsinsteamboat.com

Rocky Peak Productions 970-879-0480 www.rockypeakproductions.com

Sheraton Steamboat Resort 2200 Village Inn Ct. 970-879-2220 www.sheratonsteamboatresort.com

SoulSpark Events 970-819-3360 www.soulsparkevents.com

Steamboat Grand 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5500 www.steamboatgrand.com

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-6111 www.steamboat.com

Florists Alpine Floral & Atrium 970-879-2682 www.steamboatspringsflowers.com

One Fine Day Productions 442 Oak St. 970-871-7431 www.weddingsinsteamboat.com

Safeway 37500 East U.S. 40 970-879-3766 www.safeway.com

Steamboat Floral & Gifts 435 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1424 www.steamboatfloral.com

Tall Tulips Flower Shop 685 Marketplace Plaza 970-879-0555 www.talltulipsflowershop.com

Formal Wear Allen’s 828 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0351

Elk Mtn. Lodge 118 A.F. & A.M. (Masons) 111 Eighth St. 970-879-2154 www.coloradofreemasons.org

Grand Futures Prevention Coalition 445 Anglers Dr. 970-879-6188 www.grandfutures.org

Historic Routt County

Photographers

842 Lincoln Ave. 970-875-1305 www.historicrouttcounty.org

Corey Kopischke Photography

Horizons Specialized Services

970-846-2141 www.coreykopischke.com

Natural Light Images 101 Moffat Ave., Oak Creek 970-846-5940 www.naturalightimages.net

Proper Exposure Photography 737 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1961 www.kenproperphotography.com

Shauna Lamansky Photography 928 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-6213 www.shaunastudio.com

Wedding Officiants Marlene Fisher 970-846-9911 www.steamboatmountainweddings.com

Government and Community Churches and Synagogues Har Mishpacha 970-457-4270 www.harmishpacha.org

Holy Name Catholic Church 504 Oak St. 970-879-0671 www.catholicsteamboat.org

Steamboat Christian Center 821 Dougherty Rd. 970-879-0063 www.steamboatchristian.com

Steamboat Sk8 Church 2851 Riverside Plaza 970-846-6754 www.steamboatsk8church.com

United Methodist Church of Steamboat 736 Oak St. 970-879-1290 www.umcsteamboat.org

Community Services Better Business Bureau 8020 S. County Rd. 5, Fort Collins 970-224-4222

Boys & Girls Club of Steamboat 325 Seventh St. 970-871-3160 www.craigbgc.org

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405 Oak St. 970-879-4466 www.horizonsnwc.org

Kiwanis Club of Steamboat 970-879-0211 www.yampavalley.info/ commorgs0042.asp

Lift-Up of Routt County 2125 Curve Ct. 970-870-0727 www.liftupofrouttcounty.org

Partners in Routt County 465 Anglers Dr., Ste. 1E 970-879-6141 www.partnersrouttcounty.org

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mtns.

1104-B 11th St. 970-879-2212 www.plannedparenthood.org

Routt County Council on Aging 1605 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0633 www.yampavalley.info

Routt County United Way 270 Anglers Dr. 970-879-5605 www.unitedwayroutt.com

Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association 125 Anglers Dr. 970-879-0880 www.steamboatchamber.com

Steamboat Springs Parks & Recreational Services 245 Howelsen Parkway 970-879-4300 www.steamboatsprings.net

Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club 845 Howelsen Parkway 970-879-0695 www.sswsc.org

Yampa Valley Housing Authority 627 Tamarack Dr. 970-870-0167 www.yvha.org

Education Colorado Mountain College/ Alpine Campus 1330 Bob Adams Dr. 970-870-4444 www.coloradomtn.edu

Colorado State University Extension Routt County 136 Sixth St. 970-879-0825 www.rcextension.colostate.edu

Emerald Mountain School 818 Oak St. 970-879-8081 www.emeraldmountainschool.org

First Impressions of Routt County 135 Sixth St. 970-870-5270 www.firstimpressionsofrouttcounty.org

Ignite Steamboat 970-870-0467 www.ignitesteamboat.com

Laurel Street School & Family Center 582 Laurel St. 970-879-7776 www.laurelstreetschool.com

Lowell Whiteman School 42605 County Rd. 36 970-879-1350 www.lws.edu

Mountain Learning Network 75 Fifth St. 970-870-3050 www.mountainlearningnetwork.org

SCORE 1275 Crawford Ave. 970-870-4491 www.coloradomtn.edu/yvec

Steamboat Institute, The 27855 Whitewood Dr. E. 970-871-9936 www.steamboatinstitute.org

Steamboat Springs RE-2 Schools 325 Seventh St. 970-879-1530 www.sssd.k12.co.us

Government City of Steamboat Springs 137 10th St. 970-879-2060 www.steamboatsprings.net

Routt County Board of Commissioners 136 Sixth St. 970-879-0108 www.co.routt.co.us

Steamboat Springs Workforce Center-Colorado Department of Labor and Employment 425 Anglers Dr. 970-879-3075 www.yourworkforcecenter.com

Town of Oak Creek 129 Nancy Crawford Blvd., Oak Creek 970-736-2422 www.townofoakcreek.com

United States Postal Service 200 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8360 www.usps.com

Libraries Bud Werner Memorial Library 1289 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0240 www.steamboatlibrary.org

Non-Profit Advocates Building Peaceful Communitites 970-879-2034 www.advocatesbpc.org

American Cancer Society 970-879-1999 www.cancer.org

CILS Benefactors 1815 Central Park Dr. 970-460-1232 www.cils.net/WEB

Colorado State University Extension Routt County 136 Sixth St. 970-879-0825 www.rcextension.colostate.edu

Community Agriculture Alliance 141 Ninth St. 970-879-4370 www.communityagalliance.org

Hahns Peak Area Historical Society Hahns Peak Village 970-846-2991

Hahns Peak/Bears Ranger District of the Routt National Forest 925 Weiss Dr. 970-870-2299 www.fs.fed.us/r2/mbr

Home Builders Association of Steamboat Springs and Routt County 75 Arapahoe Lane 970-879-6184 www.hbasteamboat.com

MainStreet Steamboat Springs 141 Ninth St. 970-846-1800 www.mainstreetsteamboatsprings.com

Northwest Rocky Mountain CASA 1915 Alpine Plaza 970-819-6233 www.nwrmcasa.org

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Professional Ski Instructors of America - Rocky Mtns

Yampa Valley Sustainability Council

1890 Elk River Plaza 970-879-8335 www.psia-rm.org

970-819-4897 www.yvsc.org

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps 1705 13th St. 970-879-2135 www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org

Rotary of Steamboat 970-879-4595 www.steamboatrotary.com

Routt County Riders 970-819-1174 www.routtcountyriders.org

Selah 1560 Pine Grove Rd. 970-871-1307 www.selahsteamboat.com

STARS - Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports 970-871-5371 www.steamboatstars.com

Steamboat Mountain Village Partnership 970-871-6786 www.steamboatmountainvillage.com

Steamboat Springs Ski Town Lions Club 303-518-5690 www.skilions.org

Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club 845 Howelsen Parkway 970-879-0695 www.sswsc.org

Steamboat Springs Youth Hockey Association 285 Howelsen Parkway 970-871-0063 www.steamboatyouthhockey.com

Steamboat’s Over The Hill Gang 970-870-3274 www.ssoverthehillgang.org

Strings Music Festival 900 Strings Rd. 970-879-5056 www.stringsmusicfestival.com

The Foundation - Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club

Northwest Colorado Products All Cooped Up 842 Steele St., Craig 970-824-6436

Cider Fixins 135 11th St. 970-879-6686 www.ciderfixins.com

Elkhead Bead Company 40100 County Rd. 8, Hayden 970-276-3386

Firefly Mountain Produce Clark 970-846-9662 www.fireflymtnproduce.com

Hayden Mat & Frame 175 W. Jefferson St., Hayden 970-756-6288 www.haydenmatandframe.com

Kurtz, Mary B. 970-879-5029 www.marybkurtz.com

Moon Hill Dairy 25490 County Rd. 52E 970-879-7527 www.moonhilldairy.com

Moonshines Homegrown Produce 41180 North Hwy. 13, Craig 970-824-9568

Mountain Soap Factory 970-879-6478 www.mountainsoapfactory.com

Northwest Colorado Products 1694 13th St. 970-879-4370 www.nwcproducts.org

Rance’s Spinning Ewe 41180 North Hwy. 13, Craig 970-824-9568

Rising Sun Ranch Creations 30395 Colo. 131 970-879-1134 www.risingsunranch.com

Rockin J Cattle

35 Fifth St. 970-761-0033 www.sswscfoundation.com

25490 County Rd. 52E 970-367-6184 www.rockinjcattle.com

Yampa River Botanic Park

Steamboat Cheesecakes

1000 Pamela Lane 970-846-5172 www.yampariverbotanicpark.org

970-846-2969 www.steamboatcheesecakes.com

Steamboat Stitchery

Yampa Valley Community Foundation

1169 Hilltop Parkway 970-846-7282

385 Anglers Dr. 970-879-8632 www.yvcf.org

Villard Ranch

Yampa Valley Data Partners 50 College Dr., Craig 970-824-1133 www.yampavalleydatapartners.com

679 Haughey Rd., Craig 970-824-9302 www.villardranch.com

Yepello Chocolates & Confections 970-736-0487 www.yepello.com

Health Care Assisted Living Casey’s Pond Senior Living 2855 Owlhoot Trail 970-846-8205 www.caseyspond.com

Independent Life Center 483 Yampa Ave., Craig 970-826-0833

Chiropractors Rinn Chiropractic Center 505 Anglers Dr. 970-879-6501 www.rinnchiropractic.com

Dental AvantGarde Dental, P. C. 1169 Hilltop Parkway 970-871-0033 www.avantgardedental.com

McCreight Progressive Dentistry 940 Central Park Dr. 970-879-4703 www.mccreightsmiles.com

Pine Grove Dental Arts 1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-1959 www.pinegrovedentalarts.com

Rabbit Ears Dental Office 440 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-5630 www.rabbitearsdental.com

Sunshine Dentistry 100 Park Ave. 970-879-7572 www.mysteamboatdentist.com

Theodore S. Schrock, DMD 505 Anglers Dr. 970-879-0817

Weimer,Allan D., D.D.S., M.S., P.C. 100 Park Ave. 970-879-4290 www.nwcoloradobraces.com

Drug Store and Pharmacies Lyon Drug 840 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1114 www.lyonsofsteamboat.com

Safeway 37500 East U.S. 40 970-879-3766 www.safeway.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Mountain Eyeworks 1755 Central Park Dr. 970-879-2595 www.mountaineyeworks.com

Steamboat Vision Clinic 130 N. Ninth St. 970-879-4266 www.steamboatvisionclinic.com

Hospitals and Clinics Event Medical Solutions Unlimited 970-658-0367 www.ems-unlimited.com

Healthcare Foundation for the Yampa Valley 385 Anglers Dr. 970-871-2515 www.yvmc.org/foundation

HIMS Consulting Group 2155 Resort Dr. 970-658-2103 www.himsconsulting.com

Memorial Hospital at Craig, The 750 Hospital Loop, Craig 970-826-3109 www.thememorialhospital.com

Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Assn.

940 Central Park Dr. 970-879-1632 www.nwcovna.info

Yampa Valley Medical Associates, PC

SportsMed, Justin DeSorrento Sports Medicine Center 1024 Central Park Dr. 970-871-2370 www.yvmc.org

Yampa Valley Medical Center 1024 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1143 www.yvmc.org

Physicians and Surgeons Mind Springs Health 6916 Hwy 82, Glenwood Springs 970-879-2141 www.mindspringshealth.org

Steamboat Medical Group 1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0203 www.steamboatmedical.com

Steamboat Orthopaedic Associates 940 Central Park Dr. 970-879-4612 www.steamboatortho.com

Yampa Valley Medical Associates, PC 940 Central Park Dr. 970-879-3327 www.yvma.com

Yampa Valley Medical Center 1024 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1143 www.yvmc.org

Yampa Valley Medical Center

Yampa Valley OB/GYN PC

1024 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1143 www.yvmc.org

1600 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-8533 www.yampavalleyobgyn.com

YampaWorks Occupational Health Services 940 Central Park Dr. 970-875-2750 www.yvmc.org

Medical Marijuana Golden Leaf 1755 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-2941 www.goldenleafmmc.com

Rocky Mountain Remedies 2750 Downhill Plaza 970-871-2768 www.rockymountainremedies.com

Medical Supplies Integrated Healing Solutions 940 Central Park Dr. 970-846-9292

1440 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-1968 www.walgreens.com

Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine

Eyewear and Optical Services

Center for Sports Medicine & Rehab.

365 Anglers Dr. 970-879-2020 www.eyecare-specialties.com

1856 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4558 www.jandjpt.com

940 Central Park Dr. 970-879-3327 www.yvma.com

Walgreens

Eyecare Specialties

Johnson & Johnson Physical Therapy

1169 Hilltop Parkway 970-879-7799 www.centersportsmedicinept.com

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Services Guide Transportation Aircraft Fuel and Maintenance Galaxy Aviation 11005 County Rd. 51A, Hayden 970-276-3743 www.galaxyaviation.com

Airport Transportation Alternate Routt Charters 970-291-1602

Boat Ride Transportation 3315 Covey Cir. 970-367-1913 www.BoatRideTransportation.com

GO Alpine 2063 Snowbowl Plaza 970-879-2800 www.goalpine.com

Misto Productions 2620 S. Copper Frontage Road 970-871-6786 www.mistopro.com

Steamboat Central Reservations 1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0740 www.steamboat.com/plan-your-trip/ lodging/index.aspx

Steamboat Premier Concierge 970-367-6554 www.steamboatconcierge.com

Storm Mountain Express 2318 S. Copper Ridge Cir. 970-879-1963 www.stormmountainexpress.com

Automotive Parts, Repairs and Sales Black Diamond Automotive 1885 Elk River Plaza 970-367-4334 www.blackdiamondautorepair.com

Bob’s Downtown Conoco 942 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9735 www.bobsconoco.com

Cook Chevrolet 1776 W. Victory Way, Craig 970-824-2100 www.cookchevy.com

Cook Chevrolet/Subaru 1955 Curve Ct. 970-879-3900 www.cooksubaru.com

Avis Rent A Car Yampa Valley Regional Airport 970-276-4377 www.avis.com

Cook Chevrolet 1776 W. Victory Way, Craig 970-824-2100 www.cookchevy.com

Steamboat Grand Avis and Budget, The 970-879-6384 www.steamboatgrand.com/getting-here

Steamboat Motors Rentals 2310 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7424 www.steamboatmotors.com/rentals

2063 Snowbowl Plaza 970-879-2800 www.goalpine.com

Storm Mountain Express 2318 S. Copper Ridge Cir. 970-879-1963 www.stormmountainexpress.com

Reservation Services Steamboat Central Reservations

Buddhist Center of Steamboat Springs, The 2550 S. Copper Frontage 970-846-2699

Christian Science Church Seventh and Oak

Church of Christ 1698 W. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-6670

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Steamboat Premier Concierge

Concordia Lutheran Church

970-367-6554 www.steamboatpremierconcierge.com

755 Concordia Lane 970-879-0175

Elk Mountain Automotive

Steamboat Reservations & Travel

2570 S. Copper Frontage Rd. 970-870-1871 www.elkmountainautomotive.com

NAPA Auto Parts 2550 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0909 www.routtcountyautoparts.com

Neste Auto Glass 3110 Elk River Rd. 970-879-2725 www.nesteautoglass.com

Steamboat Motors

Truck Stop, The

Automobile Rental

GO Alpine

40650 Anchor Way 970-879-7062 www.anchorway.com

2565 Copper Ridge Dr. 970-871-1346 www.docsautoclinic.com

Steamboat Springs Airport

11005 County Road 51A, Hayden 970-276-5020

3315 Covey Cir. 970-367-1913 www.BoatRideTransportation.com

Anchor Way Church

Doc’s Auto Clinic

Airports

Yampa Valley Regional Airport

Boat Ride Transportation

1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0740 www.steamboat.com

2310 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8880 www.steamboatmotors.com

3495 Airport Cir. 970-879-9042 www.steamboatsprings.net

Limousine Services

1890 Elk River Plaza 970-879-2939 www.sstruckstop.com

Yampa Valley Tire Pros & Express Lube 2440 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7779 www.yvtirepros.com

Carwash Mountain View Car Wash & Detailing 150 Trafalger Dr. 970-870-3363 www.steamboatcarwash.com

Gas Stations Kum & Go 80 Anglers Dr. 970-871-0753 www.kumandgo.com

Loaf ‘N Jug 555 Marketplace Plaza 970-870-6848 www.loafnjug.com

Shop & Hop Food Stores 35775 East U.S. 40 970-748-9660

306 Oak St. 970-879-3202 www.steamboattravel.com

Storm Mountain Express 2318 S. Copper Ridge Cir. 970-879-1963 www.stormmountainexpress.com

Travel Center at Steamboat, The 1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-871-5080 www.funtravelcenter.com

Taxis GO Alpine 2063 Snowbowl Plaza 970-879-2800 www.goalpine.com

Storm Mountain Express 2318 S. Copper Ridge Cir. 970-879-1963 www.stormmountainexpress.com

Travel Agencies Collette Vacations 180 Middle St., Pawtucket, R.I. 401-727-9000 www.collettevacations.com

1155 Central Park Dr. 970-879-0220

Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 3000 Elk River Rd. 970-879-4075

Euzoa Bible Church 32305 County Rd. 38 970-879-0123

First Baptist Church 3200 Divine Way 970-879-1446

Har Mishpacha The Jewish Congregation of Steamboat Springs 970-457-4270 www.harmishpacha.org

Holy Name Catholic Church 524 Oak St. 970-879-0671 www.holynameecc.org

Seventh Day Adventists Church 347 12th St. 970-871-4927

Steamboat Christian Center

Steamboat Central Reservations

The Log Church on East U.S. 40 970-879-0063

1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0740 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Sk8 Church

Travel Center at Steamboat, The 1475 Pine Grove Rd. 970-871-5080 www.funtravelcenter.com

2851 Riverside Plaza, #260 970-879-2222 www.steamboatsk8church.com

Steamboat Springs Evangelical Free Church Christian Heritage School 970-466-1941

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Ninth and Oak 970-879-0925

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Shopping Guide Local Knowledge Fashion in the ‘Boat

The CompleTe look Haute Hippie Chan Luu Velvet Michael Stars Bailey 44 Citizens of Humanity J Brand True Religion James Perse Ella Moss Vince And more...

Haute Hippie

Aryeh Copa

No one knows the shopping scene better than Linda Cullen, owner of Chez Nous and Anchor downtown.

What are the highlights of shopping in Steamboat in the springtime?

End-of-season sales and leisurely strolls down main street in the warm weather, stopping for a glass of wine on a deck, sidewalk café or rooftop patio.

Where’s the best place to park if you want to shop downtown for an hour or two?

Seventh Street is the center of town, with easy access to shops and restaurants.

Lodging shuttles drop off guests at various stops throughout downtown. Public lots are located at the corner of Seventh and Yampa streets, Eighth and Oak and 10th and Lincoln.

How about on the mountain?

Ski Time Square, with easy walking to the gondola area.

What do women wear in Steamboat when they’re going out for a nice dinner?

Skinny jeans, a great pair of boots and a pretty top with a leather jacket, or that cute dress with a sweater and tights, short boots … and lots of jewelry. Don’t forget your hat and scarf – it’s still cold at night. The latest looks for men encompass a street look that reflects the Colorado lifestyle – denim pants, a plaid woven shirt and a great jacket, beanie and a pair of leather mid-top shoes.

What’s the hot spring look for skiers and riders?

The same as winter! March can be a snowy month but the “work wear” look is hot right now: slope-to-street without changing.

What’s the most versatile piece in your wardrobe?

A great white t-shirt and skinny jeans. White, black and the new navy are staples for anyone’s wardrobe this year.

One of the themes of this issue is “3-Sport Days.” If you have a day off and time to engage in three sports, what would they be?

A morning hike up Emerald with the dog, tennis at the Tennis Center and a sunset horseback ride.

What’s your favorite outdoor springtime activity?

Getting the yard and garden ready to enjoy all summer. Mountain biking or trail riding on my horse. Just walking along the Yampa River on the Core Trail.

879.6995 open daily 10-7 7th & Lincoln Steamboat Springs

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Shopping Guide Antiques & Collectibles Annie’s Home Consignments 1755 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1300 www.steamboatannies.com

Branches, An Inspired Collection 624 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-2980 www.branchessteamboat.com

Moxie Home Consignment & Design 1855 Shield Dr. 970-879-9866 www.steamboatmoxie.com

Romick’s Into the West 402 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8377 www.romicksintothewest.com

Beauty Supplies Safeway

Steamboat Shoe Market

Gondola General

Steamboat Shoe Market

908 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-8566 www.steamboatshoes.com

635 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-3193

908 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-8566 www.steamboatshoes.com

Sweet Mountain Tees

2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5557 steamboatgrand.com/the-grand-café

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5366 www.steamboat.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Clothing & Accessories 8th Street West 827 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7878

All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

Allen’s

37500 East U.S. 40 970-879-3766 www.safeway.com

828 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0351

Wal-Mart Stores

703 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-6348

1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Books All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore, Coffeehouse & Bakery Café 68 Ninth St. 970-879-6830 www.steamboatbooks.com

Ski Haus International 1457 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0385 www.skihaussteamboat.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Children’s Clothing & Toys Clark Store 54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

F.M. Light and Sons 830 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1822 www.fmlight.com

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore, Coffeehouse & Bakery Café 68 Ninth St. 970-879-6830 www.steamboatbooks.com

Sports Authority 705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Anchor

B.A.P. 735 Oak St. 970-879-7507 www.wearbap.com

Branches, An Inspired Collection 624 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-2980 www.branchessteamboat.com

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters 730 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8747 www.buckingrainbow.com

Chez Nous 635 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-6995 www.shopcheznous.com

Christy Sports Central Park 1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

Christy Sports Gondola Square 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-0371 www.christysports.com

Chrysalis 810 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2970

Clark Store 54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

F.M. Light and Sons 830 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1822 www.fmlight.com

Gondola General 2245 Gondola Square 970-879-3193

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Grand Café and Gift Shop,The

Kali’s Boutique 525 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-6658 www.kalisboutique.com

Moose Mountain Trading Company

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 442 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9144 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-6350 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Trading Company

Photo Express House/Hot Shots 743 Oak St. 970-879-6339 www.photoexpresshouse.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Yampa Valley Sound Company 45 Ninth St. 970-879-8511 www.yampavalleysoundcompany.com

822 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1400 www.moosemtntradingco.com

810 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0083

Framing

Mountain Outfitters

Summit Shades 815 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-3300

810 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-5225

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5345 www.steamboat.com

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

Outlets in Silverthorne, The 246 V Rainbow Dr., Silverthorne 970- 468-5780 www.outletsatsilverthorne.com

Powder Pursuits Snowboard Shop 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-9086 www.powderpursuits.com

Powder Tools Snowboard Shop 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-1645 www.christysports.com

Remember Me 734 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1279

Ski Haus International 1457 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0385 www.skihaussteamboat.com

Sports Authority 705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Sportstalker in The Ptarmigan Inn 2304 Apres Ski Way 970-879-2445 www.christysports.com

Steamboat Apparel & Gifts 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-5681 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Flyfisher 35 Fifth St. 970-879-6552 www.steamboatflyfisher.com

Steamboat Gifts 2200 Village Inn Ct. 970-871-5365 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Hat Shop 635 Lincoln Ave. 970-409-9284

Surefoot 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-1119 www.surefoot.com

Sweet Mountain Tees 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5366 www.steamboat.com

Terry Sports 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-8414 www.terrysports.com

Urbane 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9169 www.urbanesteamboat.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Zirkel Trading 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-1137 www.zirkeltrading.com

Consignment & Thrift Annie’s Home Consignments 1755 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1300 www.steamboatannies.com

Déja Vu Boutique 624 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9056 www.dejavusteamboat.com

Moxie Home Consignment & Design 1855 Shield Dr. 970-879-9866 www.steamboatmoxie.com

Crafts Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Electronics All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

East West Frame Shop

Mona’s Art To Go 2619 Copper Ridge Cir. 970-870-3400 www.monasarttogo.com

PostNet Full Service Business Center 1625 Mid Valley Dr. 970-871-9000 www.steamboatpostnet.com

Furniture Annie’s Home Consignments 1755 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1300 www.steamboatannies.com

Branches, An Inspired Collection 624 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-2980 www.branchessteamboat.com

Christy Sports Central Park 1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

David Chase Rugs & Furniture 1809 Central Park Dr. 970-879-5667 www.davidchaserugsandfurniture.com

Home on the Range 1880 Loggers Lane 970-870-6777 www.homeontherangeinteriors.com

Irene Nelson Interiors 843 Lincoln Ave. 970-846-7596 www.irenenelsoninteriors.com

Mountain Mattress & Furniture 1880 Loggers Lane 970-879-8116 www.mountainmattress.com

Moxie Home Consignment & Design 1855 Shield Dr. 970-879-9866 www.steamboatmoxie.com

Romick’s Into the West 402 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-8377 www.romicksintothewest.com

Stél House & Home

Steamboat Art Company

690 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-0056 www.stelhouse.com

903 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-3383 www.steamboat-art.com

Timberline Furniture & Mattress

Tile Shop, The

1707 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8807 www.timberlinefurnitureandmattress.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Gifts & Home Accessories All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

Annie’s Home Consignments 1755 Central Park Dr. 970-870-1300 www.steamboatannies.com

Artisans’ Market of Steamboat 626 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7512 www.steamboatartisansmarket.com

Branches, An Inspired Collection 624 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-2980 www.branchessteamboat.com

Checkpoint 1900 Bridge Lane 970-291-9143

Clark Store 54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

F.M. Light and Sons 830 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1822 www.fmlight.com

Grand Café and Gift Shop, The 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5557 www.steamboatgrand.com/the-grand-café

Home on the Range 1880 Loggers Lane 970-870-6777 www.homeontherangeinteriors.com

Moose Mountain Trading Company 822 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1400 www.moosemtntradingco.com

Shag-a-licious 1800 Loggers Lane 970-871-2663 www.shag-a-licious.com

Sherwin-Williams 385 Anglers Dr. 970-879-6166 www.sherwin-williams.com

2851 Riverside Plaza 970-871-4787 www.thetileshopinc.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Xperience Days 941 Lincoln Ave. 866-973-7436 www.xperiencedays.com

Groceries Bamboo Market Health Foods 1110 Yampa St. 970-879-9992 www.bamboomkt.com

City Market 1825 Central Park Dr. 970-879-3290 www.citymarket.com

Clark Store 54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

Jewelry All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

First String Music

Clark Store

1880 Loggers Lane 970-871-4661 www.steamboatspringsmusic.com

54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

Pets & Livestock Supplies

Elevated Olive of Steamboat

Cowboys and Indians

Elk River Pet and Ranch

635 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8481 www.cowboysandindiansonline.com

2680 Copper Ridge Cir. 970-879-5383

Jewelers Mine, The

685 Marketplace Plaza 970-761-2278 www.outdoork9.com

118 Eighth St. 970-871-1413 www.thejewelersmine.com

Outdoor K9

Paws ‘n Claws ‘n Things

Moose Mountain Trading Company

345 Anglers Dr. 970-879-6092

822 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1400 www.moosemtntradingco.com

Red Rover Resort

Silver Lining Jewelry, Beads & Charms 1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-7474 www.silverliningsteamboat.com

Urbane 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9169 www.urbanesteamboat.com

Wal-Mart Stores

County Rd. 179 970-879-DOGS www.redroverresort.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Weaver’s Waggin Wash 130 Ninth St. 970-871-0021

Shoes Anchor

Grocery Company of Steamboat, The

1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

703 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-6348

2930 Laurel Lane 970-819-7070 www.grocerycompany.com

Liquor Stores

F.M. Light and Sons

Arctic Liquors

Kremmling Mercantile 101 Martin Way, Kremmling 970-724-8979

Market On The Mountain

2093 Curve Plaza 970-879-7355 www.arcticliquor.com

Central Park Liquor

2500 Village Dr. 970-879-2965

1835 Central Park Plaza 970-879-3428 www.cplsteamboat.com

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage

Clark Store

335 Lincoln Ave. 800-817-9415 www.naturalgrocers.com

Safeway 37500 East U.S. 40 970-879-3766 www.safeway.com

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Company 1030 Yampa St. 970-879-3504 www.steamboatseafood.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Hardware Sherwin-Williams 385 Anglers Dr. 970-879-6166 www.sherwin-williams.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

54175 County Rd. 129, Clark 970-879-3849 www.clarkstore.com

Market On The Mountain 2500 Village Dr. 970-879-2965

Ski Haus Liquor 1450 S. Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7278 www.skihaussteamboat.com

Ski Town Wine & Spirits 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-879-1660 www.skitownwine.com

Steamboat Discount Liquor 500 S Lincoln Ave. 970-879-2191

West End Liquor 29998 West U.S. 40 970-879-8185 www.westendliquor.net

Music All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

830 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1822 www.fmlight.com

Shoe Chalet & Boutique 833 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7915

Sports Authority 705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Steamboat Shoe Market 908 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-8566 www.steamboatshoes.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 442 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9144 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-6350 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Urbane 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9169 www.urbanesteamboat.com

Wal-Mart Stores 1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Specialty Food Products Butcherknife Brewing Company 970-439-0110 www.butcherknifebrewing.com

708 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0300 www.elevatedolive.com

Homesteader, The 817 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-5880 www.thehomesteader.net

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 624 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-3048

Steamboat Coffee Roasters 2851 Riverside Plaza 970-879-3100 www.SteamboatCoffee.com

Sweetwood Cattle Company 2670 Copper Ridge Cir. 970-879-7456 www.sweetwoodcc.com

Sporting Equipment, Service and Rentals Anchor 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-6348

Backdoor Sports Ltd. of Steamboat 841 Yampa St. 970-879-6249 www.backdoorsports.com

Big Agnes 735 Oak St. 877-554-8975 www.bigagnes.com

Boomerang Sports Exchange 1125 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-3050

Christy Sports Central Park 1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

Christy Sports Gondola Square Gondola Square 970-879-0371 www.christysports.com

Door 2 Door by Christy Sports 1625 Mid Valley Dr. 1 970-879-8692 www.d2dskis.com

Gondola General 2245 Gondola Square 970-879-3193

Gondola General 635 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-3193

Kent Eriksen 1136 Yampa Ave. 970-879-8484 www.kenteriksen.com

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Shopping Guide Moots Cycles

Sports Authority

2545 Copper Ridge Dr. 970-879-1676 www.moots.com

705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Mountain Outfitters

Sportstalker in The Ptarmigan Inn

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5345 www.steamboat.com

Old Town Hot Springs 136 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1828 www.oldtownhotsprings.org

One Stop Ski Shop 35 11th St. 970-879-4916 www.onestopskishop.net

Powder Pursuits Snowboard Shop

2304 Apres Ski Way 970-879-2445 www.christysports.com

Steamboat Flyfisher 35 Fifth St. 970-879-6552 www.steamboatflyfisher.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare 442 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-9144 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare

Steamboat Ski & Sport The Grand

Christy Sports Central Park

Steamboat Gifts

1855 Central Park Plaza 970-879-1250 www.christysports.com

2200 Village Inn Ct. 970-871-5365 www.steamboat.com

Creekside Teaze

Steamboat Trading Company

1875 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-870-6260

810 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-0083

F.M. Light and Sons

Sweet Mountain Tees

830 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-1822 www.fmlight.com

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5366 www.steamboat.com

744 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-7568 www.straightlinesports.com

Gondola General

Wal-Mart Stores

Surefoot

2245 Gondola Square 970-879-3193

Gondola General

1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5358 www.steamboat.com

Steamboat Ski & Sport The Sheraton 2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5348 www.steamboat.com

Straightline Sports

2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-1119 www.surefoot.com

Terry Sports

Gondola Square 970-879-9086 www.powderpursuits.com

2250 Apres Ski Way 970-879-6350 www.steamboatskiandbike.com

Powder Tools Snowboard Shop

Steamboat Ski & Sport Gondola Square

Gondola Square 970-879-1645 www.christysports.com

2305 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5341 www.steamboat.com

1805 Central Park Dr. 970-879-8115 www.walmart.com

Ski Haus International

Steamboat Ski & Sport Ski Time Square

T-Shirts

Ski Time Square 970-871-5682 www.steamboat.com

Wal-Mart Stores

All That Jazz 601 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-4422 www.theallthatjazz.com

Grand Café and Gift Shop, The 2300 Mt. Werner Cir. 970-871-5557 www.steamboatgrand.com/the-grand-café

Sports Authority 705 Marketplace Plaza 970-871-4570 www.sportsauthority.com

Steamboat Apparel & Gifts 703 Lincoln Ave. 970-871-5681 www.steamboat.com

Deborah Olsen

1457 Pine Grove Rd. 970-879-0385 www.skihaussteamboat.com

1855 Ski Time Square Dr. 970-879-8414 www.terrysports.com

635 Lincoln Ave. 970-879-3193

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Summer Sneak Peek

6 Summer Events

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Cowboy Roundup Days and July Fourth Celebration

July 1-4

Spectacular fireworks, Pro Rodeo and a classic Fourth of July parade with a Western flair. Don’t miss the Pioneer Block Days party after the parade with free music and Routt beer floats.

Hot Air Balloon Rodeo and Art in the Park July 12-13

Balloons fill the air to make this the most colorful weekend in Steamboat – don’t miss the nighttime Balloon Glow. More than 140 vendors showcase their specialty art and food, with live music and family fun.

Steamboat Wine Festival Aug. 6-10

Master winemakers and culinary greats create the ultimate food and wine experience. Features a Farm to Barn Wine Dinner, downtown Steamboat stroll, wine seminars and the Grand Tasting at Gondola Square.

All Arts Festival Aug. 14-17

All aspects of art – dance, vocal, musical, visual, literary and culinary – are packed into one weekend.

Wild West Air Fest

Aug. 30-31 Vintage and warbird aircraft display, radio controlled airshow, Wings Over the Rockies KidSpace and classic cars – all entertain the whole family.

Corey Kopischke

OktoberWest Sept. 19-21

A mountain-town take on Oktoberfest featuring good food, specialty beers, music and festivities.

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A fly fisher enjoys a relaxing afternoon in his float tube on Crosho Reservoir.

COLLECTION OF

Restaurants

FOR A TRULY MEMORABLE NIGHT OUT, ENJOY THE PREMIER DINING EXPERIENCES OF STEAMBOAT.

Dining at Ragnar’s begins with a nighttime ride in the Steamboat Gondola, followed by a snowcat driven sleigh ride under the stars and across the mountain to the warm, inviting restaurant. Enjoy a gourmet dinner and live acoustic entertainment.

Dash through the snow as a pair of majestic draft horses pull a sleigh around the Yampa Valley’s rolling hills before settling down to delicious three-course dinner with all the trimmings. Enjoy drinks and appetizers prior to your sleigh ride, then upon your return dine on a menu of prime beef, free range chicken or fresh seafood. Diners can choose from two seatings every Thursday through Saturday SLEIGH RIDE DINNER AT evening.

HAYMAKER

A nighttime ride up the gondola tells you this is not going to be an ordinary night out. And Hazie’s is anything but ordinary. An exceptional wine list, stunning views of the Yampa Valley 2,000 feet below, and a dazzling menu of New American cuisine are all yours at Hazie’s.

For the perfect family night out, try our original Western Style BBQ Buffet at the top of the Steamboat Gondola. Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet with a live western rock dance band and a fun family setting looking out over the lights of the valley below.

On Friday and Saturday nights, a modern snowcat featuring a fully enclosed climatecontrolled cabin will make a magical journey to the new Four Points Lodge. This special mountain top culinary experience will be rooted in the flavors and traditions of Northern Italy offering a sophisticated evening tucked warmly inside the cozy lodge under a sky filled with stars.

RESERVATIONS FOR ALL THE STEAMBOAT COLLECTION OF RESTAURANTS CAN BE MADE BY CALLING 970-871-5150

Model Open Daily Homes Available and Move-in Ready Now Call today to find out how you can move in tomorrow.

“Steps from skiing, golf, hiking and Main Street, the stylish and spacious homes, ranging from 3,000 to more than 5,000 square feet, adhere to the Steamboat aesthetics with natural color palettes and a community center fashioned after a Western barn, with a swimming pool, game room, business and fitness centers and barbeque decks.” ~ Bruce Shugart

Corner of Mt. Werner and Steamboat Blvd.

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