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Beaver Creek Loves Kids!
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The Beaver Creek Loves Kids programs has received tremendous accolades from Moms and kids alike. Presidents Day Weekend should not disappoint, as the program rolls out all of these great activities:
Family Activities for President's Week
Disco Skate Night
Enjoy the music as you and your family dance and skate around the ice rink. Keep your eye out for some of the Winter Characters who will join in as you skate the night away!
Date: Monday, February 20th
Time: 6:00pm until the rink closes
Location: Beaver Creek Ice Rink
Rail Jam Playground
Put an edge on your skills, with instructors on hand to help – for Intermediates and above.
Date: Wednesday, February 22nd
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: In front of McCoy’s Café, near the base of Centennial Express Chairlift #6
Thursday Night Lights Ski Down
Be a part of the tradition as you ski down Beaver Creek Mountain illuminating the mountain with glow sticks. After the ski down enjoy a spectacular fireworks display that lights up the entire Village. This event is intended for intermediate and advanced skiers.
Date: Thursday, February 23rd
Time: Times Vary – for more information please contact Children’s Ski & Snowboard School (970) 754-5464
Location: Meet at Children’s Ski School, Base of Beaver Creek Mountain
Family Friday Afternoon Club
An après ski activity for families that teaches safety and promotes fun! Come join us outside of McCoy’s, just left of Centennial Express (Chair 6) to meet Ski Patrol and the Beaver Creek Avalanche Dogs, launch an avalanche “grenade” and much more! Also enjoy food and drink specials from McCoy’s.
Date: Friday, February 24th
Time: 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Location: Beaver Creek Mountain Base, just left of Centennial Express (Chair 6)
Saturday Family FunFest
A village-style street-fair complete with music, games, food and fun!
Date: Saturday, February 25th
Time: 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Location: Beaver Creek Plaza
The Christie Lodge makes the Top 10 Budget Ski Hotels List
Sherman Travel Rates The Christie Lodge as one of the Top 10 Budget Ski Hotels!
Making a smart hotel choice allows you to focus on the slopes! The newly renovated Christie Lodge is #5 on on
Sherman Travel's list!
One of the features that make The Christie Lodge the best budget ski hotel is our wide range of amenities Convenient to both Beaver Creek and Vail ski areas, The Christie Lodge offers all the amenities of a more expensive resort for a much lower price.
Also, the newly renovated and unique condo-suites help The Christie Lodge attain status on the list. The convenience of a separate living (or sleeping) area, a partial kitchen, balcony, and the near extinct wood burning fireplace are more benefits that you wouldn't find in an ordinary budget ski hotel.
The Christie Lodge always has great specials and promotions,to make your ski vacation affordable.
Click Here To read the full article.
It worked! Vail Resorts Hired an Authentic Snow Dance -- And the Snow was Delivered!
The Southern Ute Indian Tribe Performs Snow Dance and was Successful!
Beaver Creek and Vail Mountains have received 30 inches of new snow in the past week!
More snow is falling now and there is more in the forecast. (As of 1/27/12)
The skiing is great! Thank you Mr. Box of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe!
Click Here To see for Beaver Creek & Vail snow report and live Vail Village Cam
Not Skiing? Plenty of things to do for non-skiers in Beaver Creek and Vail!
The Vail Valley offers more than a ski vacation. Here is a list of fun activities for non-skiers
- Ice Skating - indoor and outdoor skating rinks located in Beaver Creek, Vail, and Lionshead Villages
- Snowshoeing - a peaceful way to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery and is great exercise!
- Snowmobiling - take a snowmobile tour or take one out to explore on your own, offered all over the valley.
- Cross-Country Skiing - the beautiful McCoy park at the top of Beaver Creek is one of the best Nordic Skiing facilities around. Lessons available.
- Beaver Creek Tubing Hill / Vail’s Adventure Ridge - Snow tubing, ski biking, bungee trampoline, and kid's snowmobile offer hours of family fun.
- Vilar Performing Arts Center - located in Beaver Creek Village offers performances for all ages in all genres of music and theater.
- Beaver Creek Loves Kids Nightly Activities - See below for the list of activities during President's Week.
- Fly Fishing - A fun way to enjoy the Colorado outdoors. Tours and instruction offered.
- Bowling - There are two bowling alleys in the valley, in Eagle and Vail Village.
- Hot Air Ballooning - A truely unique experience. Great way to view the exquisite Colorado scenery. Wildlife is often seen on trips as well.
- Horseback Riding - There is horseback riding in the winter! Get the full wild west experience horseback riding at a ranch.
- Sleigh Rides - Sleigh ride dinners are a popular family activity, or a romantic excursion
- Thursday Night Lights - Firework display in Beaver Creek Village every Thursday night. Kids can participate in a glow-stick ski down
- Disco Skate Night - Every Monday night at the skating rink in Beaver Creek Village.
- Ski Museum - Located in Vail and preserving the spirit and evolution of snowsports and the contribution to Colorado's history. View their extensive collection of exhibits from the 10th Mountain Division, the Olympics, and sports innovators.
- Shopping / Dining - Both Vail and Beaver Creek are the home to some of the best chefs in the world. A variety of Family, casual, and fine dining options are available. You can enjoy unique dining experiences like a sleigh ride dinner, magnificent views, or tableside majic show. Both villages also offer such diverse shopping options that you can spend all day looking at all there is to offer.
Email our concierge with questions about any of these activities.