2010/2011 Resort Improvements Expand Guest

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2010/2011 Resort Improvements Expand Guest Experience In Ski Town, U.S.A.®
New For 2010/2011 In Ski Town, U.S.A.
Fly Steamboat Enters 25th Season Of Convenient Access To Ski Town, U.S.A.
Steamboat Packages Offer Free Skiing, Value & Great Airfares For Powderhounds
2010/2011 Facts & Figures
Steamboat’s SlopeWise Program Focuses On Mountain Safety
Signature Story Ideas
Steamboat Recognized For Industry-Leading Environmental Programs
North America’s #1 Family Resort
Ski & Snowboard School And Kids’ Vacation Center
Stars Opens Mountain World To Adaptive Skiers
A Whole New Dining Altitude
A Mountaintop Of Affordable & Complimentary Activities And Programs
Progressive Terrain Parks Provide Unique Experiences For All Levels
The Steamboat Grand Embraces The
Spirit Of The Grand Lodges Of The West
Meetings & Events Taken To New Heights At The Steamboat Grand
The Perfect Beginning To Happily Ever After
Understanding The Science Of Steamboat’s Champagne Powder® Snow
Winter Olympic Tradition Earns Steamboat Ski Town, U.S.A. Moniker
2010/2011 Calendar Of Events
MusicFest Features 6 Days Of Incredible Music By 40 Bands In One Really Big Tent
Bud Light Cowboy Downhill Stampedes Through Three Decades
Steamboat Hosts 2011 Summit Of National Brotherhood Of Skiers
Powderhounds Stay Connected Through Social Media Outlets
Off The Slopes
Indulge The Senses Off The Slopes With Steamboat’s Thriving Cultural Scene
Sharing The Steamboat Spirit
Local Flavor Of The Yampa Valley
Steamboat's History Full Of Western Lore And Pioneering Spirit
Summer In Ski Town, U.S.A.
Steamboat Management Team
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Loryn Kasten, 970-871-5456
lkasten@steamboat.com
Michael Lane, 970-871-5474
mlane@steamboat.com
2010/2011 RESORT IMPROVEMENTS EXPAND
GUEST EXPERIENCE IN SKI TOWN, U.S.A.®
Steamboat/Hayden Airport & Public Enhancements Accent On-Mountain Momentum
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/11-Steamboat Ski Resort unveiled a number of on-mountain
improvements designed to enhance the overall resort experience for the upcoming 2010/2011 winter season. The highlight
will be the new Terrace and Umbrella Bar at the Bear River Bar & Grill which is anticipated to transform the gondola
base area. Significant snowmaking enhancements round out the summer’s program.
“Steamboat is synonymous with a warm, friendly western welcome and providing the best guest experience along with
heaps of signature Champagne Powder® snow,” said Chris Diamond, president and chief operating officer for the
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “This season, the resort continues the momentum built over the past several years to
enhance the on-mountain experience and continue the revitalization of the base area.”
Significant investments to the resort’s infrastructure over the past five years have complemented the array of recent
private developments that have swept the mountain village. The following outlines the on-mountain improvements that
have solidified the resort mountain experience for guests of all ages. Combined with numerous public projects in the
mountain village, at the Steamboat/Hayden Airport and downtown, these projects represent the most significant
enhancements to the community in decades.
2010/2011 Season
Terrace & Umbrella Bar at
Bear River
Snowmaking Pump House
Hike & Bike Master Plan
Pine Beetle Mitigation
Terrain Park Rails
2009/2010 Season
Kids’ Vacation Center
Ski School Ticket Office
Meadows Parking Lot
Snowmaking Expansion
First Aid Facility
Zero Waste Initiative
2008/2009 Season
Snowmaking/Grooming
Meadows Parking
Expansion
Master Planning
Steamboat Ski & Sport
Information Technology
2007/2008 Season
Christie Peak Express
Headwall Re-Grade
Mountain Trail Signage
Thunderhead Kids’ Cafeteria
AEDs
2006/2007 Season
Sunshine Express Chairlift
Sunshine Bowl Trail
Thunderhead Food Court
Rendezvous Food Court
Zaugg Pipe Cutter
“In today’s economy, the community of Steamboat Springs, including the resort, continues to move forward by investing
in infrastructure projects,” commented Diamond. “The new base area promenade construction, plus downtown and airport
improvements, represents a strong commitment to provide the best experience for our guests. We look forward to sharing
the enhanced experience, along with a boat load of snow, with Steamboat powderhounds this season.”
For the upcoming 2010/11 winter season, a number of projects are currently underway across several resort departments
including snowmaking, lift maintenance, hiking & biking master plan, food & beverage, terrain park and information
technology.
2010/2011 ON-MOUNTAIN IMPROVEMENTS
Terrace & Umbrella Bar: In conjunction with phased construction of the new Promenade, the existing Bear River deck
will be removed and replaced with a new Terrace and Umbrella Bar. This will be a fully-heated, glass-enclosed facility
just steps off the Promenade. The all-season, European-inspired Umbrella Bar features floor to ceiling windows for yearround enjoyment. In addition, a new outdoor fire pit will add to the fun at the ski area base. Rough grading for the base
area promenade is being completed this summer, with the final hardscape and daylighting of Burgess Creek scheduled to
finish next summer.
Snowmaking: Snowmaking pump changes will result in a 27% increase in water flow as the 12-inch pipe under Highway
40 is replaced with a 14-inch line and three 52-horsepower pumps are upgraded to two, 200-horsepower ones, moving the
gallons per minute from 3300 to 4200. Couple the increased flow with the purchase of 40 high-efficiency, low-energy
tower guns, and early season snow production will augment the number of trails available at the beginning of the season.
The HKD tower guns, which use 30% less energy than conventional guns while producing the same amount of snow, are
now strategically located across the mountain on Heavenly Daze, Rudi’s Run, Lightning, Upper Vagabond, Ego, Sitz as
well as Stampede, Lil’ Rodeo, Preview, Right-O-Way, See Ya, See Me, Voo Doo, Vogue, Lower Vagabond, Tornado
Lane and Buddy’s Run.
“The early season on-snow product will be significantly improved this winter due to ongoing snowmaking improvements,
technological advancement and additional hardware,” said Doug Allen, vice president-mountain operations for the
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “With this technology, crews take advantage of shorter cold weather windows;
cover more of the trail; and, treat guests to a drastically better early season skiing and riding product in the process.”
Furthering efforts to use less electrical energy and water in the production process, heavy compressor modifications in
addition to flow meters and hose will also improve efficiency of the system. Hydrants will be added to accommodate the
new tower guns, reducing the spacing from roughly 225 to every 75 feet along many trails. Increased system water
pressure will amplify production by 25% with the ability to run up to 100 tower guns simultaneously. In addition, the new
pumping capacity will greatly speed up snowmaking production in Mavericks Superpipe. The resort’s system covers
nearly 360 acres of top-to-bottom terrain (3,668 vertical feet) and includes a network of over 600 available hydrants, 4
pump houses across the mountain, 150 high-efficiency guns and a state-of-the-art digital operating system.
Pine Beetle Mitigation: A dramatic change has taken place across the lower mountain as a result of extensive pine beetle
mitigation. For the better part of a decade, the resort has been dealing with this epidemic moving from individual tree
treatment to mass removal of dead trees. The ski area enjoys a diverse forest where Steamboat is fortunate that the forest
cover on the mountain is comprised primarily of Engelmann Spruce, Subalpine Fir, Lodgepole and Aspen as well as a few
Douglas fir. Fifty acres of trees have been removed below Rough Rider Basin and another 30 acres on the Thunderhead
Express and Burgess Creek lift lines are currently being removed.
New Rails/Features in Terrain Parks: Ranging from small to large, 30 new and refurbished rails/features will pop up
this season across the resort’s four progressive terrain parks. With input from pro riders, a variety of small, 8’ to 12’, lowto-the-ground and shaped boxes will provide the opportunity for learning the basics in transitions and kinked sensations.
In the medium park, a new 16’ picnic table and several 24’ shaped boxes will be unveiled for a variety of Down/Up and
Double Kinked riding opportunities. A new Wall Ride, several additional large features as well as a new entrance in the
advanced park complete the full spectrum of progression from beginner to advance.
KVC Magic Carpet Relocation & Corridor: Last winter, the newly renovated Kids’ Vacation Center opened to rave
reviews and further solidified Steamboat’s position as the #1 Family Resort in North America. The relocation and
realignment of the Buckaroo magic carpet lift ensures a better learning environment in the new One Steamboat Place
snow area. A magic carpet is a state-of-the-art conveyor lift that has revolutionized kids’ programs by quadrupling the
number of runs kids take per hour.
Hike & Bike Master Plan: The first two freeride mountain bike trails for what will become a bike park in the central part
of Mt. Werner have been mapped, walked and flagged by renowned trail-building company Gravity Logic, and the
proposed paths are being studied by the U.S. Forest Service to ensure they meet all the right safety and environmental
guidelines. Pending public comment and USFS approval, construction of these two new trails and other trail
improvements could start as early as next spring.
Miscellaneous: The resort will build a two-story maintenance bay for Sunshine Express as well as make upgrades to the
Preview and Gondola gear boxes, Morningside control system and Christie Peak Express awning. Additionally, the
company will continue to expand key environmental strategies including its comprehensive Zero-Waste initiative
(recipient of the 2010 NSAA Silver Eagle Award); snowmobile eco-conversion program; Energy Star Food & Beverage
appliance plan; and Information Technology fiber management campaign.
STEAMBOAT/HAYDEN AIRPORT (HDN):
Building upon five years of facility improvements ($18+ million) along with becoming the first airport in the continental
United States to utilize a new next-generation electronic surveillance tracking system for commercial and general
aviation, the Steamboat/Hayden Airport embarks on the final phase of its multi-year improvement plan with the start of
the $7.8 million Phase III project.
“Steamboat/Hayden is the premier regional airport facility across the Rocky Mountains,” said David Ruppel, Yampa
Valley Regional Airport manager. “Over the next two years, the facility will get even better as we continue to improve
with an eye on taking guest service to the next level.”
Phase III will include a new passenger
arrival area, a second baggage carousel,
main level restaurant, walkway linking
ticketing and bag claim, expanded TSA
passenger security entry, improved
concessions and passenger amenities.
Overall, Phase III creates an additional
8,436 sq. ft. of terminal space and replaces
or remodels another 18,000 sq. ft. in the
existing terminal in the coming years. The
work is expected to be completed by fall of
2011.
With the next generation of air
surveillance, getting to Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A. ® has never been easier. Featuring the only 10,000-foot commercial
runway in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and able to handle some of the largest commercial jets, including 757,
A319/320 & 737-800 aircraft, Steamboat is the most conveniently accessed ski resort community in Colorado. And once
passengers touch down, they’ll set foot in an ultra-spacious multi-million dollar airport terminal facility. Over the past five
years, the airport facility has evolved with an array of improvements that touched every element of guest service from
check-in counters to departure terminals; food & beverage to retail amenities; and curb-side services to security screening.
This winter, Frontier joins the airlines servicing Steamboat/Hayden with a new nonstop flight from Denver. Currently, the
winter nonstop flight program offers convenient nonstop jet air service from seven major airports on five key U.S. carriers
– American, Continental, Delta, Frontier and United Airlines, direct into Steamboat/Hayden Airport for the 2010/2011
season.
STEAMBOAT UNBRIDLED: THROUGHOUT THE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
This summer, the focus of the Steamboat Springs Redevelopment Authority’s $21 million investment centers on deep
utilities through the base area, which pave the way for the completion of Promenade hardscape, the daylighting of
Burgess Creek and associated landscaping in 2012. The highly anticipated base area promenade, a large public plaza
connecting the Gondola Plaza to Ski Time Square, and the daylighting of Burgess Creek will provide a year-round
pedestrian walkway around the base of the ski mountain, connecting Steamboat’s distinctive resort amenities: shopping,
dining, accommodations and transportation.
The City of Steamboat Springs established a redevelopment authority five years ago to incentivize redevelopment of the
resort’s base area. Steamboat Unbridled represents a renaissance to the mountain area, downtown and Steamboat/Hayden
airport that holds true to the heart and soul of Ski Town, U.S.A.® To date, public amenities delivered include a bus and
shuttle stop at Ski Time Square; a dynamic way-finding system of signs and banners; roundabout traffic feature at AprèsSki Way & Ski Time Square; pedestrian connectivity; a redesigned Gondola Square Transit Center; and, the first stages of
the Promenade on the south end at One Steamboat Place and north end at Ski Time Square.
www.steamboat.com
MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
NEW FOR 2010/2011
IN SKI TOWN, U.S.A.®
STEAMBOAT-SKI TOWN, U.S.A.
Over $30 Million in On-Mountain Improvements in Past Five Years: Over the past five seasons, more than $30 million in onmountain improvements have been made to the Steamboat Ski Area. A number of on-mountain improvements are designed to
enhance the overall resort experience for the upcoming 2010/2011 winter season. The highlight will be the new Terrace and Umbrella
Bar at the Bear River Bar & Grill which is anticipated to transform the gondola base area. Significant snowmaking enhancements
round out the summer’s program. See Steamboat Improvement release for additional details on projects.
PURE PASS: Steamboat launched its new PURE Pass in a $399 6-day and $699 15-day pass option as part of its 2010/11 season pass
offers, bringing a broader variety of flexibility, programs and increased value for Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A.® for the upcoming
winter season. The new PURE Pass provides six days of skiing and riding for $399 and fifteen days for $699, when purchased during
the pre-season time deadline (6/1); $499 and $799 until 8/15; and then, after 8/15, only the 15-Day Pure is available for $909.
SKI Magazine recognized Steamboat as the #1 Family Resort in North America in its annual Top Resort Guide, Oct. 2009. For
nearly a decade Steamboat has been featured as one of the premier family destinations by the readers and editors this industry
barometer. For the past sixth consecutive years, the resort enjoyed the #1 Family Ski Resort in the West. The resort has earned a
reputation in the industry as the leader in family programs with the original Kids Ski Free and Kids Fly Free programs and dedicated
children’s center with day and evening programs, Steamboat MountainWatch location system and kids’ specific terrain/lifts.
NONSTOP AIR PROGRAM
New Frontier Service: Frontier will start serving Ski Town, U.S.A. with a daily nonstop flight on the 99
passenger Embraer 190 aircraft from Denver. Frontier’s new service provides convenient connecting
access from key winter vacation markets such as Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale, Kansas City, Las Vegas,
Minneapolis, New York, Omaha, Orlando, Phoenix and Washington, D.C. to name a few. Currently, the
winter nonstop flight program offers convenient nonstop jet air service from seven major airports on five
key U.S. carriers – American, Continental, Delta, Frontier and United Airlines, direct into Steamboat/Hayden Airport for the
2010/2011 season.
Steamboat/Hayden Airport Phase III: The Steamboat/Hayden Airport embarks on the final
phase of its multi-year capital plan with the start of the $7.8 million Phase III project. Phase III
will include a new passenger arrival area, a second baggage carousel, improved concessions
and passenger amenities. Overall, the improvements create an addition 8,436 sq. ft. of terminal
space and replaces or remodels another 18,000 sq. ft. in the existing terminal in the coming
years. The work is expected to be completed by fall of 2011. Over the past five years, the
airport facility has evolved with an array of improvements that touched every element of guest
service from check-in counters to departure terminals; food & beverage to retail amenities; and curb-side services to security
screening.
RETAIL
Steamboat Ski & Sport Pro Shop: When you demand the very best in your equipment, the new Pro Shop sets the standard in
premium rental equipment. The Pro Shop advises on ski-related elements that ensure you get the best fit and most out of your
equipment whiling savoring what a day in the home of Champagne Powder snow is all about. Whether you’re looking for the proper
equipment for a particular need or based on snow conditions, go where the experts go-the new Pro Shop serving up Gold Medal
Rental equipment and packages
Sweet Mountain Tees: Signature t-shirts in the heart of Gondola Plaza, Sweet Mountain Tees join the
shops in the mountain village at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area. Including the new Sweet Mountain
Tees, Steamboat Ski Resort currently operates 12 retail outlets across the resort.
SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL
Olympians Lalive & Armstrong Lead Women’s Ski Seminars: Olympic Gold medalist, Deb Armstrong, is joined this season by
three-time Olympian Caroline Lalive in leading the Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps. Under their direction, all certified female
coaches lead this program for women only, with an emphasis on camaraderie and skill improvement in a positive atmosphere that
maximizes learning. For intermediate and above skiers, levels 5-8. Camp times are: 8:00am-3:00pm–Dec. 14-16, 2010; Jan. 11-13,
Feb. 8-10 & March 1-3, 2011.
New Terrain Park Rails: Ranging from small to large, 30 new and refurbished rails/features will pop up this season across the
resort’s four progressive terrain parks. With input from pro riders, a variety of small, 8’ to 12’, low-to-the-ground and shaped boxes
will provide the opportunity for learning the basics in transitions and kinked sensations. In the medium park, a new 16’ picnic table
and several 24’ shaped boxes will be unveiled for a variety of Down/Up and Double Kinked riding opportunities. A new Wall Ride,
several additional large features as well as a new entrance in the advanced park complete the full spectrum of progression from
beginner to advance.
EVENTS
National Brotherhood of Skiers: National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS) will host its bi-annual “Summit” at Steamboat Springs,
Colorado from February 26-March 5, 2011. Up to 1,000 skiers, riders and winter enthusiasts from more than 75 NBS clubs across the
nation and the United Kingdom will participate in this weeklong event. The NBS held its first annual gathering in 1973. Steamboat
has served as the host resort for NBS annual gatherings on five previous occasions - in 1978, 1982, 1989, 1995 and 2007. The resort
has also served as the host site for many NBS regional and club trips.
ONLINE & SOCIAL MEDIA
New Look Steamboat.com: Steamboat will unveil a new look to its website, steamboat.com, which reflects
the true, pure aspects of the resort, history and culture. Our company, our employees have a pure love of
skiing and boarding and winter and snow. It is why we live and work here. We believe that screaming down a
mountain helps create a healthy culture. That the pure excitement that accompanies an increased heart rate and
an adrenaline rush should happen with regularity. We believe in the magic of a powder day. That the joy of floating through our pure
legendary Champagne Powder® snow is unmatched.
SAFETY
Tree Well Identification Signs: Steamboat has earned a worldwide reputation for its tree terrain and signature
Champagne Powder® snow. However, skiing or riding in treed areas and deep snow is an individual choice and carries
with it inherit risks. Although very rare, a fall into deep, ungroomed snow can be suffocating and fatal. The resort
developed specific signage as an added measure to generate awareness amongst powderhounds to these factors.
Remember, be aware of deep snow conditions, tree wells and other natural and manmade obstacles; if skiing/riding in
deep snow or near trees, stay with a partner and remain in visual contact; stay close enough to either pull or dig out
your partner; and, if your partner becomes immersed, first try to clear an airway, then call Patrol, 970.871.5911.
ENVIRONMENT
Silver Eagle Award: Steamboat was recognized with the 2010 National Ski Area Association’s Silver Eagle Award for Recycling
and Waste Reduction due to its newly implemented Zero Waste Initiative, which aims to eliminate all waste from resort Food &
Beverage outlets with recycling, reusing and composting programs. During the inaugural year of the initiative, the resort saw 62
percent landfill diversion rate and 73 percent diversion rate from recycling.
Recycler of the Year: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Food & Beverage Director, Liz Wahl was honored as the 2010
Recycler of the Year by the Colorado Association for Recycling (CAFR) during its annual Summit for Recycling held June 6-8, 2010
in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
Environmental Fund Grants: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation Employee Environmental Fund, which resides at the Yampa
Valley Community Foundation, awarded $20,000 during its 2010 granting cycle to worthy projects, programs and facilities that
benefit the environment throughout Routt County. Since its inaugural year in 2004, more than 55 projects have been granted more
than $225,000, representing a variety of nonprofit organizations across the Yampa Valley. The fund is supported with donations from
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation employees, special sales of individual chairs from removed lifts and through Passport Club
membership sales. www.yvcf.org
CHAMPAGNE POWDER® SNOW OUTLOOK
La Niña-What It Means for Steamboat: Climate data supports optimism for a snowy 2010/11 winter. “We’re expecting a strong La
Niña, and the last strong La Niña treated Steamboat pretty well,” National Weather Service meteorologist Joe Ramey said. That was
the winter of 2007/08, when the Steamboat Ski Area recorded a record 489 inches of Champagne Powder® snow at mid-mountain. La
Niña’s influence on weather patterns in North America is driven by cooling of ocean temperatures at the surface in the east-central
Pacific. La Niña weather patterns tend to favor the Northern Rockies with winter precipitation, with Steamboat and the Park Range are
just far enough north to catch the southern end of the La Niña storm track.
STEAMBOAT UNBRIDLED
STEAMBOATUNBRIDLED.COM
Steamboat Unbridled: This summer, the focus of the Steamboat Springs Redevelopment Authority’s $21 million investment centers
on deep utilities through the base area, which pave the way for the completion of Promenade hardscape, the daylighting of Burgess
Creek and associated landscaping in 2012. The highly anticipated base area promenade, a large public plaza connecting the Gondola
Plaza to Ski Time Square, and the daylighting of Burgess Creek will provide a year-round pedestrian walkway around the base of the
ski mountain, connecting Steamboat’s distinctive resort amenities: shopping, dining, accommodations and transportation.
RESTAURANTS
Hazie’s, Ragnar’s & Western BBQ: Steamboat holds the line on pricing at its signature restaurants-Hazie’s and Ragnar’s as well as
at the popular family evening-Western BBQ. No visit to Steamboat is complete without a ride on the Steamboat Gondola to a special
treat, all enhanced by spectacular views of the Yampa Valley below. Who said there is no such thing as a free meal? This winter, book
Western BBQ in advance with Steamboat Central Reservations® and one child 12 & under eats free (restrictions and blackouts apply).
New Restaurants in Ski Town, U.S.A.®: From high-end culinary delights to down & dirty barbeque, several new restaurants are
opening their doors across the Yampa Valley. Mixing the best of continental cuisine to ethnic delicacies from around the globe,
Steamboat offers a vast menu that is sure to tempt and satisfy your plate. New for 2010/11 season:
Truffle Pig
Kyteler’s Irish Pub
Antlers Café (Yampa)
Sweetwater
Sposta Sushi
Bella’s Wine Bar
Routt County Road House
Sweet Pea Café
Ciao Gelato
Sambi Café
Terrace & Umbrella Bar
El Sol Mendoza’s Market
EDDIE BAUER
Eddie Bauer Uniforms: World class skiing and the world’s best outerwear-Steamboat and Eddie Bauer. Two American icons that
share a love of adventure in the outdoors. One is known for its Champagne Powder® snow and Western heritage. The other is
legendary for its quality and innovation, having invented the first down jacket 75 years ago. Eddie Bauer, the official outfitter of the
Steamboat Patrol and Ski & Snowboard School, designed exclusive winter apparel for resort employees, which is ideally suited to
keep out Colorado’s roughest mountain weather elements. Looking good is just icing on the cake!
Holiday Delight: Steamboat will grace the cover of the upcoming 2010 Eddie Bauer Holiday catalogue in November, 2010. Savor
holiday images of Ski Town, U.S.A.; meet unique individuals from across the Yampa Valley and knock off all your holiday presents
at once. Better yet, spend the holidays in Steamboat, the perfect place to put all your Eddie Bauer gifts to the test in heaps of
Champagne Powder® snow.
CATALOGUES & MAGAZINES
Ski Town USA Magazine: Steamboat teamed with Mountain Media,
publishers of Mountains Sports + Leisure, to produce its new signature
magazine-Ski Town USA. Steamboat is a
real community built around skiing and
riding, the mountain lifestyle, and a
collective sense of place—a bona fide ski
town in one of the more beautiful valleys in
the Rocky Mountains. In this, the inaugural
issue of Ski Town, USA, some of the
characters, stories, and images that make
Steamboat distinct are celebrated. But even
while we follow Steamboat’s Olympians to
the Middle East on their good will Heavy
Medal Tour; go beyond the cowboy hat in an earnest profile of the skiing icon Billy Kidd, and sketch
out a historical timeline of skiing in the valley, we’ve barely scratched the surface. Find out the Best of
the Boat and all that there is to enjoy in Steamboat through this exclusive magazine.
International Appeal: This was the tenth year Ellis Brigham, the United Kingdom’s leading mountain sports
company, has shot its annual ski and snowboard catalogues in Steamboat. Why do they choose Ski Town,
U.S.A.®? “Every time we return it really is just like going home! The snow conditions continue to be epic and the
hospitality ever warmer and we can honestly say that there is no finer place to take a snowsports holiday!” says
Ellis Brigham’s Dave Whitlow. Watch for the EB team on the slopes this winter shooting The White Book 25 as
the next decade of partnership begins.
www.steamboat.com
MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
FLY STEAMBOAT ENTERS 25th SEASON OF
CONVENIENT ACCESS TO SKI TOWN, U.S.A.®
Direct Flight Program Features Nonstop Jet Service On Five Airline
New Frontier Airlines Daily Denver Nonstop Service Aboard E190 Aircraft
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s winter nonstop flight program will
offer convenient nonstop jet air service from seven major airports on five key U.S. carriers – American, Continental, Delta, Frontier
and United Airlines, direct into Steamboat/Hayden Airport for the 2010/2011 season. In addition this past winter, Steamboat/Hayden
Airport became the first community in the continental United States to utilize a new next-generation electronic surveillance aircraft
tracking system.
Quick Facts
“For two and half decades, guests have counted on Steamboat’s air program to provide convenient
access to the home of Champagne Powder® snow,” said Rob Perlman, senior vice president of
sales & marketing for Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “This year is no different and
Steamboat remains one of the most easily accessed resorts in the Rocky Mountains.”
New for winter 2010/2011, Frontier will start serving Ski Town, U.S.A. with a daily nonstop flight
on the 99 passenger Embraer 190 aircraft from Denver. Frontier’s new service provides convenient
connecting access from key winter vacation markets such as Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale, Kansas City,
Las Vegas, Minneapolis, New York, Omaha, Orlando, Phoenix and Washington, D.C. to name a few.
Started .................... 1986/87
Airport Code............... HDN
Originating Airports .......... 7
Carriers.............................. 5
Aircraft Type..................... 8
Runway Length .......10,000’
In addition, great airfares and programs are in the system earlier than usual this year and currently available for purchase. The
2010/2011 schedule provides convenient connections from more than 230 airports nationwide and worldwide.
City
Atlanta
Chicago
Chicago
Dallas/Ft. Worth
Dallas/Ft. Worth
Denver
Denver
Denver
Denver
Denver
Houston
Houston
Houston
Minneapolis/St. Paul
Newark
Frequency
Daily
Daily
Tues/Wed
Daily
Sat/Sun
Daily
Daily
Daily
Daily
Daily
Sat/Sun
Mon/Thu/Fri
Tues/Wed
Daily
Sat
Dates
12/18-3/27
12/16-4/4
1/5-2/9
12/16-4/4
12/18-4/3
12/16-4/4
11/24-4/10
12/16-4/10
11/24-4/10
12/16-4/10
12/16-4/3
1/4-4/1
1/5-3/30
12/18-3/27
12/18-3/26
Carrier
Delta Air Lines
American Airlines
American Eagle
American Airlines
American Airlines
United Express
United Express
United Express
United Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Continental Airlines
Delta Connection
Equipment
737-800
737-800
CR7
757
757
CR7
CR7
CR7
CR7
E190
737-800
737-500
737-500
ERJ-175
737-700
Capacity
160
160
65
188
188
66
66
66
66
99
160
114
114
74
124
“As a result of the state-of-the-art airport facility and a direct flight program built upon big jets, convenience and a variety of options,
Steamboat’s nonstop flight system is unmatched within the industry and truly a key differentiator against other resort destinations,”
continued Perlman.
Currently, Steamboat Central Reservations® is featuring special airfares directly into Steamboat/Hayden for the upcoming winter
season from a variety of cities and carriers. With the season on the horizon, it’s never too early to save a boatload on your winter
vacation through Steamboat Central Reservations-the first choice for discounted airfares into Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A.
All flights can be booked through Steamboat Central Reservations, which represents the majority of lodging properties in the area and
offers the greatest value and convenience with packages customized to include any or all of the following: air transportation, lodging,
lifts, rentals, clinics, mountain dining, ground transportation, off-mountain activities and travel protection insurance. For one-call
personalized service, virtual tours and easy booking, contact 1-800-922-2722 or www.steamboat.com.
STEAMBOAT/HAYDEN AIRPORT (HDN):
Building upon five years of facility improvements ($18+ million) along with becoming the first airport in the continental United States
to utilize a new next-generation electronic surveillance tracking system for commercial and general aviation, the Steamboat/Hayden
Airport embarks on the final phase of its multi-year improvement plan with the start of the $7.8 million Phase III project.
“Steamboat/Hayden is the premier regional
airport facility across the Rocky Mountains,”
said David Ruppel, Yampa Valley Regional
Airport manager. “Over the next two years, the
facility will get even better as we continue to
improve with an eye on taking guest service to
the next level.”
Phase III will include a new passenger arrival
area, a second baggage carousel, main level
restaurant, walkway linking ticketing and bag
claim, expanded TSA passenger security entry,
improved concessions and passenger amenities.
Overall, Phase III creates an additional 8,436
sq. ft. of terminal space and replaces or
remodels another 18,000 sq. ft. in the existing
terminal in the coming years. The work is
expected to be completed by fall of 2011.
With the next generation of air surveillance, getting to Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A. ® has never been easier. Featuring the only 10,000foot commercial runway in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and able to handle some of the largest commercial jets, including 757,
A319/320 & 737-800 aircraft, Steamboat is the most conveniently accessed ski resort community in Colorado. And once passengers
touch down, they’ll set foot in an ultra-spacious multi-million dollar airport terminal facility. Over the past five years, the airport
facility has evolved with an array of improvements that touched every element of guest service from check-in counters to departure
terminals; food & beverage to retail amenities; and curb-side services to security screening.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION:
Express shuttle service on GO Alpine Storm Mountain Express is available from the Steamboat/Hayden Airport (HDN). Schedules,
rates and reservations may be obtained by contacting Steamboat Central Reservations at 800-922-2722 or www.steamboat.com.
GO Alpine - The only full service ground transportation company with 20 years of experience in Northwest Colorado. Operating
365 days a year, GO Alpine offers daily scheduled service to the Steamboat/Hayden Airport with shuttle or private transfer
service.
Storm Mountain Express - Storm Mountain Express offers executive and shared shuttle service including such amenities as TV,
VCR or DVD and complimentary beverages. The primary goal is to provide a first class, safety oriented and affordable
transportation service to and from Steamboat/Hayden Airport.
In addition, GO Alpine offers daily express shuttle service from Denver International Airport. The pick-up location is on Level 5
(baggage claim), East side, door 511.
Company
GO Alpine
Depart From
DIA
Steamboat
To
Steamboat
DIA
Departure Times
12pm/3pm/6pm/9pm
6am/9am/12pm/3pm
GO Alpine and Storm Mountain Express offer charter shuttle service to and from the Eagle Airport (EGE), which also offers nonstop
jet service nationwide. Steamboat is located 160 miles/267kms from Denver; 240 miles/401kms from Colorado Springs; 95
miles/158kms from Eagle; and 196 miles/327kms from Grand Junction.
www.steamboat.com
MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
STEAMBOAT PACKAGES OFFER FREE SKIING,
VALUE & GREAT AIRFARES FOR POWDERHOUNDS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Escaping to the home of Champagne Powder® snow this winter is easier than
ever with Steamboat’s unique winter packages along with the best service, advice and travel professionals in the business, who are
certain to help get the most out of your vacation dollar every time.
“Steamboat Central Reservations’ philosophy is centered squarely on the guest and exceeding expectations,” said Rob Perlman, senior
vice president of sales & marketing for the resort. “If you want the best service, then Steamboat Central Reservations is your only
choice.”
Steamboat is home to Steamboat Central Reservations®, a one-stop shop for all activities, lodging,
packages and events that occur in this unique Colorado mountain town. Complete with reservationists
who live, work and play in Steamboat; a cutting edge booking system; and, access to 95% of the
lodging facilities across the community, Steamboat Central Reservations ensure the only thing you’ll
have to worry about is which trail/lift to take first. In fact, SCR is the only online booking engine
that can pre-book ski & snowboard school programs as part of a winter vacation package as well as
exclusive access to numerous resort programs and perks.
STEAMBOAT PACKAGES: 1-800-922-2722/970-879-0740/970-879-4757 (fax)
Contact Information
US Toll Free........ 800.922.2722
UK Toll Free ..... 0808.101.3798
AUS Toll Free..... 1800.125.578
International ........ 970.879.0740
Ski Area Info....... 970.879.6111
Snow Report........ 970.879.7300
www.steamboat.com/packages
1
SKI FREE AT STEAMBOAT - Steamboat will provide FREE lift tickets when powderhounds book a minimum 3 nights lodging
between, November 25th and December 17th or April 1st through Closing Day, April 10th through Steamboat Central Reservations.
Guests can build a customized Ski Free at Steamboat¹ lodging package starting as low as $119 per adult. In addition, if you want to
be your best, you need to be on the latest equipment. Ski Free package participants can receive 20% off rental equipment at all
Steamboat Ski & Sport locations.
EARLY REWARDS2- You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better deal for both lift and lodging in Colorado during the entire season
(11/24/10-4/10/11). Reap the rewards of booking early with the resort’s Early Rewards² package, offering up to 25% off lodging and
lift tickets. Book at least 4-nights lodging and a 3-day lift ticket through Steamboat Central Reservation by Oct. 8th and receive 25%
savings or by Nov. 24th to enjoy 20% savings. Special holiday savings of up to 10% are available from Dec. 18-Jan. 2.
KIDS SKI FREE3- Steamboat is North America’s #1 Family Resort thanks to innovative programs such as Kids Ski and Rent FREE.
When a parent or grandparent purchases a 5-or-more-day regular adult lift tickets or rentals, one child/grandchild age 12 and under
receives free lift tickets and rentals as well. Kids Ski Free is available every day of the winter season.
GREAT AIRFARES: Steamboat Central Reservations has access to great airfares on a number of airlines throughout the season,
often with exclusive and special airfares to guests who book a vacation package. The 2010/11 schedule provides convenient
connections from more than 230 airports nationwide and worldwide including nonstop jet air service from seven major airports on five
key U.S. carriers – American, Continental, Delta, Frontier and United Airlines, direct into Steamboat/Hayden Airport Steamboat
Central Reservations is the first choice for discounted airfares into Ski Town, U.S.A.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ESCAPE PACKAGE4-Exclusive to Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus holders, the Rocky Mountain Escape
saves up to 20% on lodging at participating properties when pass holder purchases a minimum one-night stay, starting at low as $32
per adult/per night during early/late season and $44 per adult/per night during regular season from November 24, 2010 to April 10,
2011 (excluding blackout dates of 12/18/10-1/2/11).
SKI TOWN, U.S.A. PACKAGE5-It pays to stay for those traveling a long way. Steamboat makes it easy, both for guests and their
wallets, to enjoy Champagne Powder snow and #1 Family Resort in North America. With the Ski Town, U.S.A. Package, stay longer,
save more and play longer too! Book direct with Steamboat Central Reservations and enjoy savings on lodging, lift tickets and rental
equipment. Kids Ski Free and Rent Free also apply with this package.
In addition, the savings keep piling up as fast as the powder with 20% off Adult Ski & Snowboard School; 15% off Kids’ Ski &
Snowboard School Rough Riders or Kids’ Vacation Center four-or-more-day programs including Desperado and Jackalope Ski
Weeks; and 15% off the purchase of skis, boots and bindings at Steamboat Ski & Sport-Sheraton.
STEAMBOAT CENTRAL RESERVATIONS: 1-800-922-2722/970-879-0740/970-879-4757 (fax)
www.steamboat.com/packages
Steamboat offers the greatest value and convenience with packages customized to include any or all of the following: air
transportation, lodging, lift tickets, rentals, clinics, mountaintop dining, ground transportation, offThe SCR Difference
mountain activities, and travel protection insurance. For great service, virtual tours and easy online
booking, visit www.steamboat.com/packages.
Best Customer Service in the
iCORIS™-the cutting-edge innovation at SCR-allows customers to directly book their lodging,
activity and vacation packages at the best available rates online. This innovative technology was
developed by a team of database experts at Steamboat. iCORIS allows customers to book their
entire winter vacation package online-including air, ground transfers, lodging, activities and rentals,
ski & snowboard school as well as entire vacation packages in a matter of clicks.
Airfare Finder: In addition, SCR offers guests the most competitive airfares and largest variety of
air travel schedules available. Powered by Galileo using the latest iCORIS technology, SCR
searches all types of airfares, including negotiated pricing, companion fares and Steamboat
exclusive specials. Competing head on with Travelocity, Orbitz and Expedia, SCR is sure to return
the best options available for your travel needs.
Live Chat: If you have questions while planning your vacation through steamboat.com, simply
click on the Live Chat button to be connected with a Vacation Services Agent who can instantly
answer your questions.
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quality travel services. Full American Express Travel, Financial and Network Services are available.
¹ Price is per adult, based on double occupancy in a motel. Valid for stays 11/25/10- 12/17/10, and 4/01/11- 4/10/11. Free lift tickets are valid beginning
April 1st and are per person, limit 2 people per bedroom. Minimum 3 night stay required. Lift tickets are valid one day less than nights stayed. Additional
lift tickets available for $50 per adult. Rates do not include applicable taxes, are subject to availability and may change without notice. Ski Free package
is not valid with any other offer or discount.
2
Early Rewards Package requires booking both lodging and lift tickets for each adult in party to access discounts offered. Price is per adult, based on
double occupancy in a motel. Minimum 4 nights lodging and 3 day lifts. Prices shown are based on regular season (Jan. 3 – Mar. 31, 2011) and holiday
season (Dec. 18, 2010 – Jan. 2, 2011). Rates do not include applicable taxes and fees or travel insurance, are subject to availability and may change
without notice. The Early Rewards packages are not valid with any other offer or discount and are only available at participating properties. Kids Ski
Free™ applies under normal rules and restrictions.
3
Kids Ski Free. Enables children 6-12 years of age to ski free the same number of days as their parents or grandparents when a parent or grandparent
purchases a 5-or-more-day lift ticket. This offer is on a one-to-one basis, with one free child per paid adult.
4
Minimum two nights lodging. Package price is per adult, based on double occupancy in a motel. Rates do not include applicable taxes, fees or travel
insurance, are subject to availability and may change without notice. Entire reservation must be made within package dates indicated. Block dates are
12/18/10 to 1/2/11. Rocky Mountain Escape is not valid with any other offer or discount. Other restrictions may apply.
5
Ski Town USA requires booking both lodging and lift tickets for each adult in party to access discounts offered. Price is per adult, based on double
occupancy in a motel. Minimum 8 nights lodging and 6 day lifts. Price shown is based on regular season (Dec. 18, 2010 – Jan. 2, 2011). Other seasons
may be available at applicable prices. Rates do not include applicable taxes and fees and are subject to availability and may change without notice. The
Ski Town USA package is not valid with any other offer or discount and is available only at participating properties. Kids Ski Free™ applies under
normal rules and restrictions with a 6-day minimum adult lift ticket purchase as required for Ski Town USA package. Package available for stays Dec. 18,
2010 – Mar. 31, 2011. Entire reservation must be made within package dates indicated. Other restrictions may apply.
www.steamboat.com
MEDIA CONTACTS:
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2010/2011
FACTS & FIGURES
LOCATION:
Steamboat, located in northwest Colorado, 160 miles/267kms northwest of Denver, is an easy three-hour drive from Denver. Take I-70
west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to the Silverthorne exit (#205), then go north on Colorado Highway 9 to the town of Kremmling,
then west on US 40 over Rabbit Ears Pass. Steamboat is accessible by nonstop air service from seven major U.S. airports on American,
Continental, Delta, Frontier and United Airlines in addition to connecting service from over 230 other domestic and international cities.
ABOUT SKI TOWN, U.S.A.®:
Certainly there are bigger mountains, places where the slopes are steeper or the runs longer. But nowhere do the various parts add up to
create such an exceptional mix-one that distinctly sets Steamboat apart from the rest of the world. A mix that is rooted in a genuine
friendliness and an authentic 100-year western heritage not often found in today’s world of mega resort complexes that more closely
resemble theme parks than true ski towns.
ABOUT THE MOUNTAIN:
Located within the Park Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Steamboat is comprised of six peaks: Mt. Werner, Sunshine Peak,
Storm Peak, Thunderhead Peak, Christie Peak and Pioneer Ridge®. 2,965 acres/1,200 hectares of terrain offer a diversity of trails for all
ability levels. Gladed areas of Pioneer Ridge, Sunshine and Storm Peak are Steamboat’s particular claim to fame, with Champagne
Powder® snow in the trees for the most avid powderhounds. Remember, the term Champagne Powder was coined in Steamboat and this is
the only place you’ll find it!
Resort Official Opening: January 1963
Location: 40º 28’ 35” N; 106º 49’ 36” W
Season:
November 24, 2010 - April 10, 2011 (138 days), typically from 8:30am to 3:30pm, daily
Elevations:
Downtown Steamboat................................... 6,695 feet......................................2,040 meters
Ski Area Base................................................ 6,900 feet......................................2,103 meters
Christie Peak Summit ................................... 8,015 feet......................................2,444 meters
Thunderhead/Mid-Mountain......................... 9,080 feet......................................2,768 meters
Summit/Mt. Werner .................................... 10,568 feet......................................3,221 meters
Vertical Drop ................................................ 3,668 feet......................................1,118 meters
Terrain:
2,965 acres/1,200 hectares (55.1 miles)
Trail System:
165 trails, including gladed tree areas
Tree Terrain:
1,790 acres or 61%
Bed Base:
Restaurants & Bars: 100+
Trail Classification: 14% Easier
42% More Difficult
44% Most Difficult
Average Snowfall:
Longest Run:
Snowmaking:
Why Not, over 3 miles/4.8 kms
Lift System:
Gondola (8-passenger) .......................................... 1
High-Speed Six ..................................................... 1
High-Speed Quads................................................. 5
Conventional Quad Chairlift ................................. 1
Triple Chairlift....................................................... 6
Double Chairlift..................................................... 2
Surface Lifts .......................................................... 2
Total ................................................................ 18
Uphill Capacity: ............................. 41,465 per hour
VTF ........................................................42,592,795
Note: All times, prices, statistics, dates and hours of operation subject to
change without notice.
17,325 pillows
8,489 pillows (within 300 yards from base)
349"/886cm
(15-year average)
400+ Inch Seasons: 08/09, 07/08, 05/06, 96/97, 95/96, 92/93, 83/84
Measured From:
October to Mid April
375 acres/152 hectares
Snowboarding:
Terrain Parks: ............. 4
Superpipes................... 1
Halfpipes..................... 1
1st Lesson .............. 1989
1st Halfpipe............ 1990
1st Terrain Park...... 1993
PSIA/AASI Team ....... 4
Important Numbers:
Reservations.............. 800.922.2722
Information ............... 970.879.6111
Snow Report ............. 970.879.7300
UK Toll Free........... 0808.101.3798
AUS Toll Free........... 1800.125.578
Twitter ...................... SkiSteamboat
MediaTwitter ............ SteamboatPR
Olympians:
Ties to SBS ............... 79
Appearances............ 136
Countries................... 11
Winter Games ........... 18
Tradition Started ... 1932
On Staff....................... 8
Direct Flight Program:
Started................................ 1986/87
Airport Code .......................... HDN
Originating Airports...................... 7
Carriers ......................................... 5
Aircraft Type ................................ 8
Runway Length...................10,000’
SEASON/PURE PASS PROGRAMS
Season Pass
Adult (18-69 yrs)
Teen (13-17 yrs)
Child (6-12 yrs)*
Senior (70+ yrs)*
Thru
6/1/10
$899
$489
$279
$359
www.steamboat.com/seasonpass
6/2/108/15/10
$999
$599
$329
$449
After
8/15/10
$1199
$669
$469
$599
PURE
Passes
6 Day
15 Day
Thru
8/1/10
$399
$699
6/2/108/15/10
$499
$799
After
8/15/10
na
$909
* Proof of age required.
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: (970) 871-5252 or www.steamboat.com
Scholarship Day: Steamboat kicks off the season by offering a specially priced all-day lift ticket on November 24, 2010. All ticket
proceeds go to the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Scholarship Fund, which provides financial support for local kids participating
in Club programs. Season Passes & other offers are not honored.
Kids/GrandKids Ski Free: Steamboat pioneered the first Kids Ski Free™ program back in 1982, setting the standard in the industry.
Steamboat’s Kids/GrandKids Ski Free program, valid the entire season, enables children 6-12 years of age to ski free the same number of
days as their parents or grandparents when a parent or grandparent purchases a 5-or-more-day lift ticket. This offer is on a one-to-one
basis, with one free child per paid adult.
Kids Rent Free: Kids Rent Free enables children 6-12 years of age to rent free the same number of days as their parents when a parent
purchases a 5-or-more-day rental. This offer is on a one-to-one basis, with one free child per paid adult.
Family Season Pass Program: During last season, more than 1,000 kids were able to take advantage of Steamboat’s Family Season Pass
Program, now entering its 25th season. For each parent or legal guardian purchasing a Steamboat Adult Season Pass, one child, 12 or
under, in the same family will receive a FREE Steamboat Season Pass. Family Pass Programs apply to parents or legal guardians of
eligible kids.
Passport Club: Celebrating its 14th anniversary this year, the Passport Club, a partnership between the Yampa Valley Community
Foundation (YVCA) and the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation, provides exclusive benefits to donors who are interested in providing
grants to the local community in the areas of Arts and Culture, Education, Environment, Health and Human Services, and Recreation.
The resort annually donates 80 Silver Medallions, parking and other incentives that the YVCF offers at premier pricing levels. Sales of
the Passport Club medallions create unrestricted funds to support the YVCF resulting in thousands of dollars for charitable grants that
address current and future community needs.
RESORT STATISTICS

Top International Markets
UK/England
Australia/New Zealand
Canada
Mexico/Central/South America
Germany

Top Domestic Markets (w/o Colo.)
Texas
Florida
Illinois
California
New York

Travel To Resort
Fly
Private Car
Bus
Other
Mavericks Superpipe: North America’s Premier Pipe
World Cup Specifications
Wall Length
500 ft.
Width
56 ft.
Transitions
22 ft.
Walls
18 ft.
Best Tree Runs
Shadows
Closet
Twilight
Bar UE Lift Line
Triangle 3
Length
4,600
3,600
2,560
2,600
2,360
Vertical
1,850
1,547
900
745
690
Percent
40.2%
43.0%
35.2%
28.7%
29.2%
Steepest Trails
Chute Two
Chute One
Chute Three
The Ridge
Mother Nature
North St. Pat’s
Christmas Tree Bowl
Concentration Upper
Oops
Twister
Closet
Vertigo
Top Bump Runs
Sundown Lift Line
Priest Creek Lift Line
Three O’Clock
Storm Peak Lift Line
Nelson’s
Four Points Lift Line
Twister
Rolex
Concentration Upper
Hurricane
White Out
Length
4,800
4,600
3,800
3,078
3,000
2,800
2,180
2,800
1,700
1,900
1,400
Vertical
1,870
1,750
1,500
1,310
1,200
1,170
970
929
775
775
580
Percent
39.0%
38.0%
39.5%
40.5%
40.0%
41.8%
44.5%
33.2%
45.6%
40.8%
41.4%
Percent
71.4%
66.7%
61.8%
54.2%
50%
50%
46.3%
45.6%
45.5%
44.5%
43.0%
43.0%
COMMUNITY STATISTICS
Temps
High
Low
Year
1970
1980
1990
2000
est 2007
Jan
29
1
Feb
34
4
Mar
42
13
Population
Steamboat
Routt
2,340
6,592
5,098
13,404
6,695
14,088
9,815
19,690
9,516
22,980
Apr
53
24
May
65
31
Colorado
2,209,596
2,889,733
3,294,394
4,301,261
4,939,456
Education
Steamboat
High school or higher
97.1%
BA or higher
52.2%
Routt Co
95.3%
42.5%
Jun
75
36
Jul
82
41
Aug
80
40
Males
Females
54%
46%
Households
Person/Households
7,953
2.44
Sales Tax
State of Colorado
Routt County
City of Steamboat
RE-2 School District
Total
2.9%
1%
4%
0.5%
8.4%
Sep
72
32
Oct
60
24
Nov
43
14
Caucasian
Hispanic
Native American
Asian/Pacific
African American
Other
Average Annual Wage
2005
2004
2003
1998
Dec
31
3
94.8%
3.2%
.5%
.4%
.1%
1.0%
$34,528
$32,292
$31,148
$24,888
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; Colorado Department of Labor & Employment; Steamboat Springs Tax Policy Advisory Board; Steamboat Springs On The Move.
STEAMBOAT CHAMPAGNE POWDER® SNOW STATISTICS: MID MOUNTAIN
SEASON
OCTOBER
inches/cm
NOVEMBER
inches/cm
DECEMBER
inches/cm
JANUARY
inches/cm
FEBRUARY
inches/cm
MARCH
inches/cm
APRIL
inches/cm
TOTALS
inches/cm
2009/10
15.5/39.4
25.5/64.8
55.25/140.3
39.25/99.7
51/129.5
35/88.9
40.25/102.2
261.75/664.8
2008/09
4.75/12.07
35.25/89.5
100/254
109/276.9
47.25/120
72.25/183.5
36.5/92.7
405/1028.7
2007/08
17/43.2
23/58.4
126/320.0
129/327.7
104/264.2
79/200.66
11/27.94
489/1242.06
2006/07
27/68.6
49/124.5
49/124.5
41/104.1
97.5/247.7
42.5/108.0
10/25.4
316/802.6
2005/06
15/38.1
83/210.8
105/266.7
95/241.3
53/134.62
64.75/164.46
16.25/41.28
432/1097.28
AVERAGES
OCTOBER
inches/cm
NOVEMBER
inches/cm
DECEMBER
inches/cm
JANUARY
inches/cm
FEBRUARY
inches/cm
MARCH
inches/cm
APRIL
inches/cm
TOTALS
inches/cm
5-Year Avg.
15.45/39.2
48.95/124.3
82.4/209.3
84.6/214.9
70.15/178.2
64.3/163.3
17.35/44.1
380.75/967.1
10-Year Avg.
10.03/25.5
47.88/121.6
77.8/197.6
74.8/190
69.48/176.5
55.4/140.6
14.6/37.1
339.2/861.6
15-Year Avg.
8.45/21.5
45.3/115.15
71.4/181.4
90.85/230.76
67.1/170.43
51/129.5
18.63/47.33
348.9/886.12
20-Year Avg.
6.34/16.1
40.1/101.89
72.7/184.66
84.68/215.07
67.09/170.4
51.3/130.3
18.14/46.07
335.23/851.5
STEAMBOAT ACCOLADES
2010/11
Colorado Association for Recycling-Recycler of the Year, June 2010
NSAA Silver Eagle Award - Excellence in Waste Reduction and Recycling,
May 2010
Expedia 2010 Insider’s Select™ Hotel-Steamboat Grand, May 2010
Luxury Travel: 2010 Gold List Finalist: Best Overseas Ski Resort
Orbitz 2010 Best In Stay Hotels in North America: Steamboat Grand, March
2010
2008/09
SKI: #1 Family Resort in the West; #8 Resort in North America
Skiing: #9 Resort in North America; #1 Place to Ski Trees; #5 Best Powder;
#9, Best Après Scene; #9, If You Could Ski Anywhere
Outside: 15 Best Ski Resorts in North America-Steamboat #10
Powder: North America’s Top Destinations Resort Guide
Conde Nast Traveler: Top 20 Ski Resorts in North America-#11
Adventure Trip: Top 10 List-Steamboat #3 overall
American Cowboy: 20 Best Places to Visit in the West, March 2008
Palaestra: Top Six Winter Destinations for Accessibility, #1-Steamboat
LuxurySkiTrips.com: Top 10 Luxury Ski Trips, October 2008
Wine Spectator: Award of Excellence-2008 Steamboat Grand
2009/10
SKI: #1 Family Resort in North America; #10 Resort in North America; #8
Snow; #9 Lodging; #10 Dining; #10 Terrain Parks
Skiing: #9 Best Overall; #2 Best Snow; #1 Best Trees;
Toronto Star: Top 10 Family Ski Resorts, 2009, Steamboat #1
Parents: 10 Super Ski Resorts, Oct. 2009
FamilySkiHub.com: Top 20 Family Ski Resorts, August 2009
Mountain Sports + Living: North America’s Best Resorts, 2009

2007/08
SKI: #1 Family Resort in the West; #9 Resort in North America
Skiing: #9, Top Ten Mountains; #1, Top 5 Trees
Powder: North America’s Top Destinations Resort Guide
Conde Nast Traveler: Top 20 Ski Resorts in North America-#14
Wall Street Journal: 12 Tempting Locations For Vacation-Home Buys
Daily Telegraph-UK: 50 Things to do in America, February 2008
(Steamboat #3)
Orbitz: Top U.S. Ski Destinations-Steamboat #6, Insider Index, Nov. 2007
Instyle Magazine (AUS): Hot 100 List (#46-White Christmas-Steamboat),
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PO Box 774728
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
80477-4728
United States of America
970-879-0740/970-879-4757 (fax)
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STEAMBOAT’S SLOPEWISE PROGRAM
FOCUSES ON MOUNTAIN SAFETY
Resort’s Safety Programs Educate Guests Through Awareness & Code of Conduct
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-The SlopeWise Safety Initiative has gained significant momentum
across the community and continues to dramatically shape safe and responsible skiing and riding at Steamboat, with an
intense focus on the company-wide strategic initiative through broadened awareness, education and consequences for
unsafe conduct on the mountain.
“Steamboat’s team has always placed a major emphasis on safety on the slopes,
however we know more can always be accomplished as evident from last year’s
enhanced helmet policy,” said Chris Diamond, president and chief operating
officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “The resort has zero
tolerance when it comes to dealing with safety, unacceptable and disrespectful behavior and etiquette.”
Last season, Steamboat recommended all skiers and snowboarders wear helmets while sliding on snow. The resort also
mandated helmet use for all children and youth participants in Ski & Snowboard School, as well as students in freestyle
terrain park programs, regardless of age. The helmet use guidelines underscore Intrawest’s resort-wide commitment to
guest safety and have the support of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) and Canada West Ski Areas Association
(CWSAA).
Steamboat’s SlopeWise program, started five years ago, is an overarching initiative built upon safety programs in place as
well ParkWise (terrain park program), SafetyWise (employee program) and the SlopeWise Code of Conduct (attached)
which makes it extremely clear that every user of the mountain, regardless of ticket or pass type, understands what is
expected, and how the consequences of their actions can impact their ability to enjoy the slopes.
“All facets of the SlopeWise Safety Initiative reinforce the resort’s top priority--the safe enjoyment of the slopes for
everyone—while at the same time complementing the safety programs already in place,” said Doug Allen, vice president
of mountain operations. “Ultimately, the goal with SlopeWise is that we’ll be recognizing more people exhibiting positive
on-slope behavior as the program mature over the years.”
The SlopeWise program is incorporated into a comprehensive awareness campaign that touches all aspects of the resort
experience including the Responsibility Code, daily mountain report, lift & gondola cabin signage, company
orientations/employee responsibilities, electronic message boards, local advertisements, public service announcements
utilizing Steamboat Olympians/Athletes, season/pure passholders correspondence and numerous online elements and
broadcast emails.
NATIONAL SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK-January 14-20, 2011
Steamboat enhances its company-wide strategic initiative of safe and responsible skiing and riding with a variety of special
activities planned for National Safety Awareness Week. A variety of safety programs will take place across the Steamboat Ski
Area throughout the week including: mountain safety tips; special Steamboat Ski Patrol T-shirt as well as delicious “Avy” hot
dogs on sale; demos in Beacon Basin, back country avalanche awareness; helmet checks; specials on helmet purchases; daily
safety messaging on grooming reports and individual chairlift message boards; NSAA safety posters, Heads-Up buttons handed
out by Ambassadors as well as available at the Information Center. The resort typically kicks off its annual Safety Awareness
Poster Contest for elementary-school children with visits by patrol during this week.
Code of Conduct
What Is Expected
Be responsible
Treat others with respect
Be considerate
Abide by the Colorado Skier Safety Act, Responsibility Code and Colorado laws
o Space Not Speed--literally you should not be able to touch someone with a 10-foot pole
o Respect closures, signage and barriers
o It’s the individuals’ responsibility to understand and abide by all rules, laws and closures
Understand and follow Steamboat’s SlopeWise & ParkWise Safety Initiatives
What Will Not Be Tolerated
Offensive, obscene, derogatory, reckless and abusive behavior, language, gestures, actions or clothing; for
example, but not limited to:
o Inappropriate Behavior
Failure to show pass/ticket when requested by mountain personnel
Profanities
Preventing others from entering gondola cabin by closing doors
Ridiculing guests, employees or other individuals
Cutting others into lift lines or forcing your way through lift lines, especially on powder days
Unauthorized use of a pass or ticket. This is theft of services and punishable under Colorado law.
o Reckless or careless skiing and boarding
Skiing/riding in aggressive manner which could be perceived as threatening to other participants
Same behaviors as above in groups or packs
Jumping or knocking over signs
Going under or over ropes, barriers or signs
Moving barriers, ropes, bamboo or other signage
Unauthorized use of staff lines
Skiing/riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs as well as skiing/riding with open container(s) is
prohibited.
Acts in any manner that endangers or may endanger the safety of individual or any other person;
Violates the law or Colorado Skier Safety Act.
Consequences
Failure to comply with SlopeWise Code of Conduct will result in suspension and/or termination of skiing/riding and/or
general access to the Steamboat Ski Resort and possibly other Intrawest Resorts. The resort reserves the right to terminate
privileges on a first offense if it determines, in its sole discretion, that such action is appropriate. Especially egregious
behavior could mean that an individual, whether passholder, ticket holder or employee, is banned from the slopes for up to
two years or more. It is the individual’s responsibility to understand, abide and adhere to all the rules, laws or statutes of
the resort, city, county and state.
HELMET POLICY
Helmet Usage: Helmets are strongly recommended as they may make a
difference in reducing or preventing some (but not all) head injuries. Steamboat
encourages guests to educate themselves on the benefits and limitations of
helmets. If you wear a helmet, make sure you have the proper fit and that it has
not been damaged. Remember that wearing a helmet does not make you
invulnerable.
Steamboat requires helmets for all children and youth participants in Ski &
Snowboard School Programs as well as all students participating in freestyle
terrain park programs, regardless of their age. The helmet use guidelines
underscore Intrawest’s resort-wide commitment to guest safety and have the
support of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) and Canada West Ski
Areas Association (CWSAA).
PARKWISE
Steamboat designed the ParkWise program to promote terrain park etiquette, awareness,
education and safety. The goal of ParkWise is to help terrain park patrons continue to use
and enjoy Mavericks, Rabbit Ears, Lil’ Rodeo and Sunbeam terrain parks on the mountain
in the most respectful manner.
Steamboat’s ParkWise program educates the public about the use of terrain parks and freestyle terrain. It builds upon the
NSAA SmartStyle initiative by personalizing the focus and creating a positive approach to guest/employee communication in
the resort’s parks by recognizing and rewarding participants who follow the code and demonstrate terrain park etiquette.
ParkWise patrollers monitor all terrain arks making sure guests are using the parks properly, at the appropriate level and educate
those that are not. ParkWise focuses on maintaining a positive and amenable culture in the terrain parks as well as accessible for
all participants, particularly families.
SAFETY PROGRAMS
Under the SlopeWise campaign, Steamboat’s Safety Program over the past two decades has concentrated upon the following:
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100+ Patrol staff, many certified as Emergency Medical Technicians;
Courtesy Patrol and Ambassador staff first deployed in mid 1980s to aid in guest service and skier/rider education;
On-mountain volunteer network of local emergency doctors and paramedics/ambulance personnel;
Rapid response cache including fourteen automated external defibrillators (AED)
Emergency messaging system;
Grooming techniques focused on reducing terrain safety issues;
Staff Safety Incentive & Suggestion Programs;
Mandatory Snowmobile Orientation and Practical Testing for all operators;
Dedicated Safety Committee comprised of resort personnel;
Full-time, year-round risk manager responsible for company safety programs and initiatives;
SlopeWise & Safety Messaging incorporated in resort collateral, snow reports; table tent cards at F&B outlets; grooming
reports; electronic message boards; lift towers; information boards; emails and gondola cabins;
Slow/No Fly Zones;
Annual Safety Poster Contest & School Outreach Program;
Integration & Promotion of Responsibility Code throughout resort;
Dedicated web presence www.steamboat.com/slopewise
All rental shops have helmets available for rent;
Employee Handbook & Orientations outline resort safety programs and importance of on-hill etiquette;
Ski Area Boundary/Backcountry Access Management Program;
Safety Tent at the base area during high demand periods providing patrol and the Responsibility Code information;
Snow Safety & Avalanche Informational Seminars with local community organizations;
Cooperation with US Forest Service, Routt County Sheriff Office & Steamboat Springs Police Department, often having
officers on the mountain through the season and for several special events;
Participating in the National Ski Areas Association’s (NSAA) National Safety Awareness Week, Lids On Kids Program and
Head’s Up Safety Initiative
SAFETY PROGRAMS
Steamboat Patrol: The Patrol is here for your benefit and its members have been trained in emergency and life saving medical
procedures. You will see these individuals out on the mountain administering medical assistance, enforcing the safety code,
educating and conducting speed control. If someone is injured, cross skis in the snow above the accident and send someone to
call patrol. There are emergency phones located at all lifts, on several trails and at on-mountain restaurants. The type of injury
and location are helpful information to speed response. 970-871-5911
"On-mountain safety is taken very seriously at Steamboat," said John Kohnke, patrol director for Steamboat. "The resort is
prepared for nearly every medical situation that might arise with portable AED units as well as the staff's extensive medical
experience and the on-mountain volunteer network of local emergency doctors and paramedics/ambulance personnel who
donated time and skills throughout the season."
Patrollers of the Year: Steamboat patrollers have been recognized three times as the Colorado Ski Country USA Patroller of
the Year since the program began. These individuals set the highest standard as a patroller and continually raise the bar for guest
relations, responsibility and commitment among the Steamboat patrol staff.
AED Equipment: Having already been credited with saving the lives of several individuals, the resort utilizes several
automated external defibrillator (AED) units, which are capable of viewing and recording cardiac rhythms as well as
administering life-saving cardiac shocks. The resort first purchased an AED Life Pak 300 during the 1992/93 season. Currently,
the resort employs fourteen AED units in its cache.
Doctors and Paramedics on the Mountain: Celebrating its 27th Anniversary season, seven local physicians and another five
local paramedics exchange being on-call on the slopes through the resort’s mountain/ski patrol radio network for free skiing
privileges. Dr. David Wilkinson said the system works well because skilled medical people can administer advance life support
techniques right on the slopes, when minutes count. In addition, the Yampa Valley Medical Center Emergency Doctors monitor
radio traffic on this channel and are available for immediate consultation and can monitor the patient’s condition prior to
arriving at the ER. The state-of-the-art Yampa Valley Medical Center is just a quarter mile from the slopes. Steamboat is one of
the few resorts in the country that has a program such as this.
Tree Wells/Deep Snow: Steamboat has earned a worldwide reputation for its tree skiing/riding and signature Champagne
Powder® snow. Remember, skiing or riding in treed areas and deep snow is an individual choice and carries with it inherit risks.
Although very rare, a fall into deep, ungroomed snow can be suffocating and fatal.

Be aware of deep snow conditions, tree wells and other natural and manmade obstacles

If skiing/riding in deep snow or near trees, stay with a partner and remain in visual contact

Stay close enough to either pull or dig out your partner

If your partner becomes immersed, first try to clear an airway, then call Patrol, 970.871.5911.
Ski Area Boundary/Backcountry Access: Areas beyond the ski area boundary are not patrolled or maintained; avalanche and
other hazards exist. Access to public lands outside the boundary is provided through marked access points. Steamboat Ski &
Resort Corporation assumes no responsibility for the safety and welfare of skiers going beyond the ski area boundary. Rescue in
the backcountry is the responsibility of the Routt County Sheriff’s Office. If available, rescue is costly and may be very slow.
Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin: Steamboat’s avalanche beacon basin training area makes it easier for skiers and snowboarders to
learn about using personal avalanche transmitters in a controlled environment. Located at the Patrol Yurt at the top of the Pony
Express, the Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin currently features 4 transmitters wired to a central control panel. One, or any
combination up to all 4 transmitters, may be configured in varying orientations and depths. Steamboat’s Pioneer Ridge Beacon
Basin joins a growing number of Beacon Training Parks across nine states in the United States as well as numerous locations
across Canada and Europe, including Steamboat’s sister resorts-Winter Park and Whistler. Avalanche conditions across
Colorado are forecasted on a daily basis by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
Responsibility Code: At Steamboat you may see people
using alpine, snowboard, telemark, snow bikes and other
specialized equipment, such as that used by adaptive skiers.
Regardless of how you enjoy the slopes, always show
courtesy to others and be aware that there are elements of
risk in skiing that common sense and personal awareness
can help reduce. Observe the code listed below and share
with others the responsibility for a great experience.
• Always stay in control, and be able to stop or avoid other
people or objects.
• People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your
responsibility to avoid them.
• You must not stop where you obstruct a trail, or are not
visible from above.
• Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look
uphill and yield to others.
• Always use devices to prevent runaway equipment.
• Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed
trails and out of closed areas.
• Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and
ability to load, ride and unload safely.
Officially endorsed by the National Ski Areas Association,
National Ski Patrol & Professional Ski Instructors of America. This is a partial list. Be safety conscious.
Altitude: Steamboat is located 6,900 feet (2,103 meters) above sea level and rises to more than 10,000 feet (3,220 meters).
Some guests may experience a headache, touch of nausea, fatigue or shortness of breath. These are symptoms of altitude illness
and generally disappear within 48 hours. Altitude illness is almost totally preventable and can be significantly minimized by
following these simple guidelines-exercise in moderation the first few days; drink more water than usual; reduce alcohol intake,
which has a greater effect at this altitude; eat food high in carbohydrates: grains, pasta, fruits and vegetables; and, avoid salty
foods. Altitude illness is usually a minor problem. However, it can become serious if the symptoms are ignored. The Yampa
Valley Medical Center (970-879-1322) provides care 24 hours a day including emergency services, labs, respiratory therapy,
family practice, sports medicine and more.
Clothing/Ultraviolet Rays: Staying warm and comfortable on the slopes is easy. The best clothing choice is water-resistant,
layered clothing which can be removed or added with weather changes. If your clothes are not water-resistant, a water-repellent
spray can be applied. Also, ultraviolet rays are more powerful at Steamboat’s elevation. A good pair of goggles or sunglasses
that not only cut glare but also filter the ultraviolet rays is strongly recommended. Regardless of your skin color or complexion,
everyone needs to wear a protective sunscreen even on overcast days when ultraviolet rays can penetrate cloud cover.
Remember, Steamboat’s weather can change day-to-day or even hour-to-hour, so be prepared for any type of weather condition.
Safety Poster Contest Celebrates 11th Anniversary: Hayden Valley
Elementary, Lowell Whiteman
Primary, SOROCO Elementary,
Strawberry Park Elementary, Soda
Creek Elementary, North Routt
Community Charter School and
Christian Heritage School all
participate in the resort’s safety
poster contest, celebrating its 11th
anniversary during the 2010/2011
winter season.
The primary goal of the program is to generate awareness of skiing and
riding in a safe manner to children while making the learning process
fun. Steamboat artists have taken top honors three times with Alice
Holmquist (2007) joining Devin Wilkinson (2004) and Daniel
Bockelman (2001).
Caution: Grooming equipment, snowmobiles, snowmaking equipment, and other vehicles may be encountered at any time.
While rare both inside and outside of the posted ski area boundary, avalanches may occur at any time without warning. Become
educated on how to reduce the risks through your own actions and awareness. Visit www.avalanche.org or contact the
Steamboat Patrol.
Collisions: Colorado Law requires that you give your name to a resort employee before you leave the vicinity if you are
involved in a collision resulting in an injury. Witnesses are also encouraged to contact a resort employee.
Electronic Devices: Steamboat discourages the use of electronic devices (cell phones, music players or earphones) while
skiing/riding, or loading or unloading lifts.
Emergency Medical Care: Yampa Valley Medical Center (970.879.1322) provides emergency care 24 hours a day.
Lift Information: If unfamiliar with the lift or wish the lift slowed or stopped, please notify the operator for assistance. Never
jump from a lift. If your lift stops for a prolonged period, remain seated; you will be contacted by the patrol. Opening & closing
times are subject to change without notice.
Lift Name
Bar-UE
Bashor
Burgess Creek
Christie III
Elkhead
Four Points
Gondola
Morningside
Priest Creek
(limited backup use only)
Pony Express
Preview
Rough Rider
South Peak
Storm Peak Express
Sundown Express
Sunshine Express
Thunderhead Express
Lift Type
Double Chairlift
Double Chairlift
Triple Chairlift
Six-Person Chairlift
Triple Chairlift
Quad Chairlift
Triple Chairlift
High-Speed 8-passenger
Triple Chairlift
Double Chairlift
Vertical Rise
1,380’
315’
950’
1,030’
1,037’
710’
1,366’
2,200’
542’
1,853’
Minimum Riding Time
9:00 min
3:00 min
7:00 min
4:45 min
7:30 min
6:00 min
7:30 min
9:00 min
6:00 min
10:30 min
1,657’
60’
140’
340’
2,160’
1,936’
1,300’
1,638’
5:20 min
2:00 min
3:00 min
4:00 min
7:00 min
5:30 min
5:30 min
5:30 min
High-Speed Quad
Double Chairlift *
Surface Lift
Triple Chairlift
High-Speed Quad
High-Speed Quad
High-Speed Quad
High-Speed Quad
Note: All lifts will operate based on demand and openings/closing times are subject to change without notice.
Emergency & Kids’ Messages: Emergency message boards are provided at the top and bottom of all lifts. These boards
provide a link to guests should something happen, such as a lost child or accident, and require an immediate response. The
board will inform you where to call for further details. If you have children in a clinic or on their own, it is a good idea to check
the board each time you ride the lift. To send an emergency message, contact the patrol at 970-871-5911.
US Forest Service: Recreation on this public land is provided by a unique partnership between the Steamboat Ski & Resort
Corporation and the Routt/Medicine Bow National Forest. The resort is committed to the wise use of our natural resources, as
well as the preservation and enhancement of the National Forest. The resort hopes you will join in its commitment to preserve
the environment by helping keep National Forest lands beautiful.
NSAA Programs: Steamboat participates in the National Ski Areas Association’s (NSAA) National Safety Awareness Week,
Lids On Kids Program and Head’s Up Safety Initiative. To promote this industry-wide safety initiative, Steamboat has
developed creative safety programs unique to its operations that will be implemented during Safety Week. These include safety
demonstrations, on-mountain contests, helmet promotions, Your Responsibility Code, ski school safety demonstrations,
employee competitions, and participation in the Kids' Safety Poster Contest, a contest that invites elementary-aged children in
throughout the resort community to design safety-related posters.
-www.steamboat.com-
MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
SIGNATURE
STORY IDEAS
STORY ANGLES: Quick Picks for Ski Town, U.S.A.®
Business:
Improvements: $30+ Million in past 5 Years
Steamboat Unbridled: $1 Billion Anticipated
iCORIS, Cutting-Edge Innovation At SCR
New PURE Pass Program
Eddie Bauer Uniforms
Education-Growing The Sport:
Family Privates Growing Trend
Guaranteed Learn-To-Ski/Ride Programs
Free Clinics with Olympians Kidd & Carmichael
4 PSIA/AASI National Team Members & 7
Olympians On Staff (unmatched within industry)
CNN Airport Channel carries Steamboat ski/ride
tips from Olympians
Kids’ Vacation Center~#1 in North America
Progressive Parks Evolve Skills Across
Steamboat’s terrain parks
Ecology:
Renewable Energy Offsets Electricity Portion
Award-Winning Eco Programs
Guided Nature Tours Open Visitors To The Wild
Employee Environmental Fund Grants Nearly
$230,000 in Six Years
Zero-Waste Initiative & Composting Program
Pine Beetle Management
Low-Energy, High Efficiency snow guns
Family/Kids:
Kids Ski Free 1st resort starting in 1982
Kids Fly Free-Industry Innovator
Kids’ Vacation Center-Bigger & Better than ever
Winter Carnival Celebrates 98 Year of Family Fun
Steamboat MountainWatch-1st to offer program.
Family Privates Growing Trend
History:
Howelsen Hill: Colorado’s Oldest Ski Area in Use
Steamboat Celebrated 100 Anniversary in 2000
4 Centennial Ranches in Yampa Valley
Yampa Valley Community Foundation Celebrates
30 Years
Technology:
Steamboat MountainWatch
iCORIS-Cutting edge in vacation booking
Satellite Uplink Facility
Social Media-Steamboat Connected
LE, HE snowmaking guns change industry
Storm Peak Lab-Studying Climate at 10,000 Feet
New Steamboat Ski & Sport Pro Shop
Events:
National Brotherhood of Skiers 2011 Summit
Scholarship Day-Traditional Opening Day Benefit
Right Note: MusicFest, Ski Jam & Rock the Boat
Best in Brand-Cowboy Downhill, Winter Carnival
Hometown Heroes Celebration & Olympian SendOff Events Honor Athletes

Culinary:
Top Hot Plates and Culinary Creations at 9,000
feet
Signature restaurants-Hazie’s & Ragnar’s as well
as Western BBQ hold line on pricing
Culinary Engineers Abound In Yampa Valley As
Elite Chefs Create Daily Specials
All-Natural, Free Trade, Sustainable, Organic,
Transfat Free Part of Resort Culture
Award-Winning Zero-Waste Initiative
New Chef at Signature Ragnar’s Restaurant
Luxury/Pampering:
The Grand Spa @ The Steamboat Grand
Guide Gourmet Snowshoe
Strawberry Park & Old Town Hot Springs
Ultimate Demos & In-Room Fittings
Sunrise Wild West Balloon Tour Of Steamboat
High-End Luxury Properties now Open
High Altitude Dining @ over 9,000’
Three Fork Ranch
Simply Steamboat:
Champagne Powder® Snow
Ski Town, U.S.A®
Real Town/Western Heritage
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club
Birthplace of Nordic & freestyle skiing in
Colorado
Winter Driving School, Powdercats, Steamboat
MountainWatch, Unique to Steamboat
Women’s Programs:
Armstrong, Olympic Gold Medalist, & 3x
Olympian Lalive Host Women’s Ski Clinics
Steamboat’s Women’s Ski Clinics Celebrate 27th
Anniversary
Women’s Wednesday Clinics
Grand Spa

Employees:
Lone American on ’10 Winter Games BoarderX &
SkierX course team-Steamboat’s terrain park
manager Nick Roma
Recipient of CSCUSA Patroller of the Year three
times
Grooming Gold in 2002
Safety:
SlopeWise Safety Program & Helmet Initiative
27th Anniversary of Doctors On The Slopes
11th Anniversary Safety Poster Contest
Slow Skiing/Riding Zones debuted in 1993
Beacon Basin Avalanche Course
Tree Well Signage & Safety Week
Winter Games:
Steamboat Has Produced 79 Winter Olympians &
Counting
75-Year Tradition Earns Ski Town USA Moniker
1st American Olympic medals: Kidd-men’s skiing;
Dunn-snowboarding; Spillane in Nordic
Combined; & NC gold-Demong
Athletes: Kidd, Carmichael, Mayer, Lalive,
Spillane, Simmons & More!
Five-Time Olympians are rare-Steamboat has oneLodwick & three, 4-Time Olympians-Battelle,
Spillane & Demong.
Populace:
Park Smalley-Father for Freestyle
Sherman Poppin-Grandfather of Snowboarding
Steve Swanson-NASA Astronaut & Spacewalker
Billy Kidd & Nelson Carmichael-Skiing Icons
John Banks-the Lighted Man
Ray Heid-Rancher, Olympian & Telemarker
Verne Lundquist-Sports Announcer Extraordinaire
Loris ‘Bugs’ Werner-1st family of Steamboat
Champagne Powder® snow:
Champagne Powder® snow trademark of
Steamboat
4-Wire Winters ranchers’ way to measure severity
snow/winter in Yampa Valley
Inclusion in 13 Warren Miller films since 1982
Skiing/riding not the only things affected by
signature snow: Driving School, Storm Peak Lab,
Hot Springs and Powdercats
Access/Direct Flights:
25th Season-Big Jets, Great Fares & Easy Access
WAM Air Surveillance System-1st in US
New Denver nonstop flight on Frontier
$18+ million invested in past five years
$7.8 Phase III improvements start fall 2010
Most Convenient Airport in Rocky Mountains
Western:
Real Town/Real West-100 Year Old
F.M. Light & Sons-100 Years in Business & Still
Going Strong
494 Ranches in Valley with 111 Ranch brands
featured on Centennial Hall Door
Lincoln Avenue wider than most main streets to
accommodate cattle in early 1900s
Ranch families integral part of Winter Carnival
BUSINESS
$30+ MILLION IN ON-MOUNTAIN IMPROVEMENTS IN PAST FIVE YEARS: Over the past five seasons, more than $30 million in onmountain improvements have been made to the Steamboat Ski Area. A number of on-mountain improvements are designed to
enhance the overall resort experience for the upcoming 2010/2011 winter season. The highlight will be the new Terrace and Umbrella
Bar at the Bear River Bar & Grill which is anticipated to transform the gondola base area. Significant snowmaking enhancements
round out the summer’s program. See Steamboat Improvement release for additional details on projects.
2010/2011 Season
Terrace & Umbrella Bar at
Bear River
Snowmaking Pump House
Hike & Bike Master Plan
Pine Beetle Mitigation
Terrain Park Rails
2009/2010 Season
Kids’ Vacation Center
Ski School Ticket Office
Meadows Parking Lot
First Aid Facility
Zero Waste Initiative
2008/2009 Season
Snowmaking/Grooming
Meadows Parking Expansion
Master Planning
Steamboat Ski & Sport
Information Technology
2007/2008 Season
Headwall Re-Grade
Mountain Trail Signage
Thunderhead Kids’ Cafeteria
AEDs
2006/2007 Season
Sunshine Express Chairlift
Sunshine Bowl Trail
Thunderhead Food Court
Rendezvous Food Court
Zaugg Pipe Cutter
NORTH AMERICA’S #1 FAMILY RESORT: SKI Magazine recognized Steamboat as the #1 Family Ski Resort in North America in its
annual Top Resort Guide, Oct. 2009. For nearly a decade Steamboat has been featured as one of the premier family destinations by the
readers and editors this industry barometer. For the past sixth consecutive years, the resort enjoyed the #1 Family Ski Resort in the
West. The resort has earned a reputation in the industry as the leader in family programs with the original Kids Ski Free and Kids Fly
Free programs and its dedicated children’s center with day and evening programs, its location system Steamboat MountainWatch and
kids’ specific terrain/lifts.
STEAMBOAT UNBRIDLED: This summer, the focus of the Steamboat Springs Redevelopment Authority’s $21 million
investment centers on deep utilities through the base area, which pave the way for the completion of promenade
hardscape, the daylighting of Burgess Creek and associated landscaping in 2012. The highly anticipated base area
promenade will provide a year-round pedestrian walkway around the base of the ski mountain, connecting Steamboat’s
distinctive resort amenities: shopping, dining, accommodations and transportation. Steamboat Unbridled represents a
community-wide renaissance to the mountain, base area, mountain village, new and unparalleled lodging properties,
retail and dining establishments, as well as a transformed Steamboat/Hayden Airport. In all, it’s anticipated that over
one billion dollars will be invested in the Steamboat Unbridled experience. www.steamboatunbridled.com
KIDS SKI FREE™: Steamboat pioneered the first Kids Ski Free program in the ski industry back in 1982. Steamboat’s Kids Ski Free
program, valid the entire season, enables children 6-12 years old to ski free the same number of days as their parents when a parent
purchases a 5-or-more-day lift ticket.
VALUE PROGRAMS, COMPLIMENTARY TOURS AND SERVICES: Kids Ski Free™, Kids Fly Free, Snowsavers, Early Rewards & other
special packages; Free Clinics with Billy Kidd and Nelson Carmichael as well as a plethora of other complimentary tours and services
ensures vacationers get the most for their money.
PURE PASS: Steamboat launched its new PURE Pass in a $399 6-day and $699 15-day pass option as part of its 2010/11 season pass
offers, bringing a broader variety of flexibility, programs and increased value for Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A.® for the upcoming
winter season. The new PURE Pass provides six days of skiing and riding for $399 and fifteen days for $699, when purchased during
the pre-season time deadline (6/1); $499 and $799 until 8/15; and then, after 8/15, only the 15-Day Pure is available for $909.
STEAMBOAT SKI & SPORT PRO SHOP: When you demand the very best in your equipment, the new Pro Shop is the standard in
premium rental equipment. The Pro Shop advises on ski-related elements that ensure you get the best fit and most out of your
equipment whiling savoring what a day in the home of Champagne Powder snow is all about. Whether you’re looking for the proper
equipment for particular needs or snow conditions, go where the experts go-the newest outlet in Steamboat Ski & Sport’s arsenal, the
Pro Shop, serving up Gold Medal ski packages.
EDDIE BAUER UNIFORMS: World class skiing and the world’s best outerwear-Steamboat and Eddie Bauer. Two American icons that
share a love of adventure in the outdoors. One is known for its Champagne Powder® snow and Western heritage. The other is
legendary for its quality and innovation, having invented the first down jacket 75 years ago. Eddie Bauer, the official outfitter of the
Steamboat Patrol and Ski & Snowboard School, designed exclusive winter apparel for resort employees, which is ideally suited to
keep out Colorado’s roughest mountain weather elements. Looking good is just icing on the cake!
ECOLOGY/ENVIRONMENTAL
ZERO WASTE INITIATIVE: Steamboat embarked on a comprehensive Zero Waste Initiative with the goal of producing zero waste
across all Food & Beverage outlets. Launched midway through the summer, the Zero Waste program focuses on composting all
organic material and paper products; recycling across all F&B outlets; reusing products/resources; reducing and/or bulk procurement;
purchasing with end in mind (i.e. hemp chef hats; bamboo skewers, biodegradable flat ware, corn starch plastics and recycled
products). In addition to the Zero Waste, environmental programs include Energy Star Appliances; Local Colorado Produce & All
Natural Beef; Free Trade, Organic Coffee, All Natural Milk & Organic Ingredients; Eliminated Transfats Five Years Ago;
Thunderhead Deck Furniture Made Entirely from Recycled Materials; Reusable Stainless Steel H2O Bottles & Coffee Cups; BioBags/Reusable Bags For To-Go Items; Eliminated Individual Condiments For Dispenser Version; and Recycle Coffee Grounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL FUND GRANTS: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation Employee Environmental Fund, which resides at the
Yampa Valley Community Foundation, awarded $20,000 during its 2010 granting cycle to worthy projects, programs and facilities
that benefit the environment throughout Routt County. Since its inaugural year in 2004, more than 55 projects have been granted
more than $240,000, representing a variety of nonprofit organizations across the Yampa Valley. The fund is supported with donations
from Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation employees, special sales of individual chairs from removed lifts and through Passport Club
membership sales. www.yvcf.org
NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL AWARDS: Steamboat received national recognition by being awarded the 2010, 2002, 1998 & 1993
Silver Eagle Award for Excellence. This prestigious award recognizes environmental achievements of ski areas in North America.
With specific efforts, from tree planting to creek rehabilitation and from monetary contributions to nature trails on the mountain,
Steamboat, along with its environmental partners, makes education a daily commitment. Steamboat was also a finalist for the 2000
Silver Eagle award and the 1994 Golden Eagle award.
2010 SILVER EAGLE AWARD: Steamboat was recognized with the 2010 National Ski Area Association’s Silver Eagle Award for
Recycling and Waste Reduction due to its newly implemented Zero Waste Initiative, which aims to eliminate all waste from resort
Food & Beverage outlets with recycling, reusing and composting programs. During the inaugural year of the initiative, the resort saw
62 percent landfill diversion rate and 73 percent diversion rate from recycling.
RECYCLER OF THE YEAR: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Food & Beverage Director, Liz Wahl was honored as the 2010
Recycler of the Year by the Colorado Association for Recycling (CAFR) during its annual Summit for Recycling held June 6-8, 2010
in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
PURCHASE OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS: This program allows ranchers and other landowners to sell all future development rights on
their land to a conservation trust. In Routt County, PDR established a fund that helps buy ranch development rights, placing the
property in protected status. Several ranchers have already taken advantage of this program, ensuring that the wide-open spaces of the
Yampa Valley are preserved forever. Tom Baer, who recently retired as the resort’s videographer, produced a 20-minute video that
was instrumental in the cause.
ASPEN TREE SECRETS: Why are the trunks of aspen trees white? The trunk is actually a waxy powder that covers a green inner layer
the tree needs to photosynthesis. The green layer craves sunlight, but is sensitive to heat. So, even in winter, the color of the tree trunk
deflects heat, a great adaptation for climate the trees live in. Did you know aspen are one of the largest living organisms in the world.
PINE BEETLE PREVENTION: The mountain pine beetle is affecting the western region of the United States and Canada, including
Colorado. The beetle is part of nature’s eco-cycle, which typically sees its effect every 20 to 30 years. The pine beetles attack older
lodgepole pines which are prevalent throughout Colorado, killing the trees and turning them red or reddish brown.The ski area enjoys
a diverse forest where Steamboat is fortunate that the forest cover on the mountain is comprised primarily of Engelmann Spruce,
Subalpine Fir, Lodgepole and Aspen as well as a few Douglas fir. Fifty acres of trees have been removed below Rough Rider Basin
and another 30 acres on the Thunderhead Express and Burgess Creek lift lines are currently being removed.
SKI TOWN, U.S.A./OLYMPIAN
WORLD CHAMPIONS & OLYMPIANS ABOUND IN STEAMBOAT: Steamboat is simply known around the globe as Ski Town, U.S.A. Its
skiing heritage dates back to the early 1900s. Steamboat has produced more winter Olympians that any other town in North America,
a record 79 and counting. In fact, Steamboat sent more athletes to both the 2002, 2006 & 2010 Games than many small countries.
STEAMBOAT IS HOME TO AMERICAN SKIING LEGEND BILLY KIDD: When you think of legends in American skiing the
name Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s director of skiing, is at the top of the list. Billy became America's hero back in the 1964
Olympics when he and teammate Jimmie Heuga became the first American men to win Olympic medals in skiing. For
more than 35 years, Kidd has hosted a free ski clinic nearly everyday sharing his love of the sport with others.
STAY IN SCHOOL: The students of the private Lowell Whiteman High School have the usual aspirations: college, career…and the
Winter Olympics. The school is home to an amazing collection of the nation’s best young skiers who mix their studies with worldclass skiing events. Students accomplish this via email, faxes and phone calls while competing around the globe.
NEVER TOO LATE TO START: Steamboat’s Ann Battelle, World Champion, World Cup Champion and U.S. Mogul Champion, didn’t
start skiing moguls till after she graduated from Middlebury College. Ann, a 4-time Olympian, learned the bump trade at Steamboat
from then ski team coach, Park Smalley, in the winter of 1990. Two years later, she was competing in her first Olympics.
FREE CLINICS WITH OLYMPIANS: Both Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of Skiing, World Champion and Olympic silver medalist
and Nelson Carmichael, Olympic bronze medalist and World Cup Champion, offer free clinics throughout the season. There’re not
many resorts where you can get pointers from some of the best in the sport, absolutely FREE. And if that wasn't enough, you never
know who might show up with Billy or Nelson from time to time.
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS WINTER SPORTS CLUB: With its humble beginnings in 1914, the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club
(SSWSC) has played an integral part in the development of young athletes by providing the support, experience and encouragement
that they need in order to achieve their Olympic dreams. In fact, the Winter Sports Club is one of the oldest and most recognized ski
clubs in the United States and was named the 2007 United States Ski & Snowboard Association’s Club of the Year. The SSWSC, the
only place in the country that offers all disciplines (Alpine, Snowboarding, Jumping, Nordic Combined, Cross-Country, Biathlon and
Freestyle) in the same club, is dedicated to providing top-level coaching and instruction to winter sports enthusiasts.
SHANNON DUNN-DOWNING: Two-time Olympian, Shannon Dunn, became the first American female to win an Olympic
medal in snowboarding (a Bronze in the Halfpipe) at the 1998 Winter Games. She started snowboarding at age 15.
Shannon was also the first woman to qualify for snowboarding in the 2002 Salt Lake Olympics. Her other snowboarding
accomplishments include: two-time U.S. Open Champion, two-time Overall Grand Prix Champion, and two-time XGames Champion. She is also a co-founder of the Boarding for Breast Cancer Foundation.
CULINARY
SO MUCH MORE THAN BAKED BEANS & COWBOY COFFEE: Baked beans and cowboy coffee aren’t the only things offered in this
cow town. Steamboat has developed its own distinct culinary flair that blends native flavors with spices and herbs from around the
world. In fact, with award-wining chefs who’ve studied in numerous Culinary Institutes, cooked for royalty or diplomats and refined
their skills under Master Chefs, your taste buds are sure to run wild over their exotic creations. Steamboat boasts more than 100 bars
and restaurants to take care of even the most discriminating appetite in a town with a population of roughly 10,000. No visit to
Steamboat is complete without a ride on the Steamboat Gondola to a scrumptious evening at Hazie's and Ragnar's with award-winning
continental cuisine and wines, enhanced by spectacular views of the Yampa Valley below or the Steamboat Grand’s signature
restaurant, The Cabin, an award-winning culinary experience.
HAZIE’S, RAGNAR’S & WESTERN BBQ: Steamboat has held the line on pricing at its signature restaurants-Hazie’s and Ragnar’s as
well as at the popular family evening-Western BBQ. No visit to Steamboat is complete without a ride on the Steamboat Gondola to a
special treat at Hazie's; Ragnar's with award-winning continental cuisine and wines, or the mountain-top Western family experience of
the Western BBQ, all enhanced by spectacular views of the Yampa Valley below.
NEW RESTAURANTS IN SKI TOWN, U.S.A.®: From high-end culinary delights to down & dirty barbeque, several new restaurants are
opening their doors across the Yampa Valley. Mixing the best of continental cuisine to ethnic delicacies from around the globe,
Steamboat offers a vast menu that is sure to tempt and satisfy your plate.
SIMPLY STEAMBOAT
STEAMBOAT SKI RESORT: Seven thousand feet up in the Colorado Rockies, nestled quietly below one of the largest ski mountains in
North America, sits a small ranching community that serves as a constant reminder that the Old West is alive and well. Never far from
its ranching roots, Steamboat remains firmly linked to a Western tradition that sets it apart from every other resort. Six peaks, nearly
3,000 acres of terrain, abundant Champagne Powder® snow, a 75-year Olympic heritage, and family programs rated the best in the
industry all distinguish Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A® as one of the premier international resort destinations. www.steamboat.com
REAL TOWN/BIG MOUNTAIN: Whether you're stepping foot into a local pub, one of the charming boutiques, or stepping off the
gondola, the reception is the same--genuine and warm. But the down home friendliness is only half the reason people choose to
vacation here. With 165 trails, 3,668 vertical feet, and nearly 3,000 skiable acres, Steamboat’s six peaks are filled with world-class
groomed cruisers, bumps, steeps, meadows, legendary trees & Mavericks Superpipe.
REAL TOWN, REAL HISTORY: Long before people strapped on skis for fun, Steamboat residents in the late 1800s were using ski and
snowshoes in their daily lives. In fact, Steamboat Springs celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2000. You’ll be hard pressed to find
another resort town that exudes this much history, heritage and character.
THE STEAMBOAT GRAND: The Steamboat Grand features 327 beautifully appointed guestroom accommodations, offering a variety of
studios, double queen hotel rooms, one-, two-, three-bedroom condominiums and eight luxurious penthouses; award-winning dining;
full-service spa and fitness center; an outdoor heated pool and two large whirlpool spas as well as 17,000 sq. ft of indoor/outdoor
convention space. www.steamboatgrand.com
EIGHT DIFFERENT MOUNTAIN RANGES SEEN FROM ONE LOCATION: Alarm Clock from the top of Mt. Werner gives you nearly an
amazing 360 degree view of the surrounding mountain ranges including: Gore Range, Flat Tops, Buffalo Pass, Park Range, Rawah
Range, Never Summer Mountain, the southern tip of the Medicine Bow Range and part of the Mummy Range--eight different
mountain ranges from one location. Steamboat is located in the Park Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
TALE OF THE TRAIL: Trails on the mountain are arranged with common themes making it easier to remember where you have been.
Storm Peak, for example, contains runs named after weather occurrences such as Twister, Hurricane, Rainbow, Cyclone and Tornado.
Those on Sunshine Peak are named after time references. Pioneer Ridge trail names feature early settlers and pioneer themes and
Morningside Park, of course, has a morning theme.
SLEEPING GIANT: The Sleeping Giant can be seen from nearly everywhere on the mountain. The rock formation
at the west end of downtown Steamboat Springs was given its name by the Ute Indians who said it resembled a
sleeping giant.
JAMES BROWN SOUL CENTER FOR THE UNIVERSE: Local residents named their newest bridge The James Brown
Soul Center for the Universe. James Brown, the godfather of soul, attended the dedication of the bridge named in his honor and said “I
feel good!” Brown has been back several times to perform in Ski Town, U.S.A®.
WINTER DRIVING SCHOOL: Learning to handle your car on snow-packed and icy roads is possible at the Bridgestone Winter Driving
School. The school teaches the theory and practice of skillful, confident driving on ice and snow. Located in Steamboat Springs,
Colorado, the school is America's first and foremost institution to teach safe winter driving techniques. Remember, there's not another
school like this in the county!
LITTLE THINGS MAKE DIFFERENCE: It’s the little things, such as Kleenex at lift lines, free hot drinks in the afternoon, ambassadors,
complimentary tours & programs, friendly employees and a genuine down-to-earth town, which often go unnoticed but play an
enormous role in turning your vacation into one you’ll always remember.
WHAT’S BEHIND THE NAME MAVERICKS? Why name Steamboat’s superpipe Mavericks? In California, near Half Moon Bay, there
is a legendary big-wave break by the same name where swells reach the height of three story buildings. Only the best surfers dare to
ride Mavericks. A Maverick, by definition, is an independent individual. What better way to describe snowboarders and freeriders?
Steamboat’s Western Heritage, the culture of freeriding, and the fact that the resort has taken its superpipe to the premier level,
indicate Steamboat found the perfect name.
HISTORY
OLDEST SKI AREA IN COLORADO: After relocating to Steamboat Springs, Norwegian Carl Howelsen, who started ski jumping in the
United States with Barnum Bailey Circus, introduced skiing to this small ranching town in 1913. Today, the oldest ski area in
continuous use in Colorado still bears his name-Howelsen Hill, and it recently received historical designation from the Colorado State
Historic Fund Board.
TIPSY TAXI STARTED IN STEAMBOAT: Alpine Taxi established the first Tipsy Taxi Program in the United States. Currently programs
around the U.S. are modeled after Alpine Taxi’s original concept. Enjoy your time in Steamboat responsibly.
STEAMBOAT’S MOST FAMOUS LANDMARK: Shot back in 1973 by Minneapolis-based photographer, Gerald Brimacombe, The
Steamboat Barn poster features Rusty Chandler and Jo Semotan making first tracks in front of the Barn. Look for The Barn poster on
the walls of the Stanley Hotel in Steven King’s movie, The Shining, as well as in SKI Magazine's Top 100 Ski Photographs.
WHY IS IT CALLED STEAMBOAT SPRINGS? Three French fur trappers traveling down the Yampa River are said to have named
Steamboat Springs in 1865. One man heard a chug-chug sound like that of a paddle wheel steamer. The men hurried towards the
rhythmic sound and found it to be a bubbling mineral spring -- hence the name. Today, there are more than 150 springs in the area,
with temperatures reaching up to 150ºF including the Lithia Spring, Strawberry Park Hot Springs, the Heart Spring at the Health &
Recreation Center, Soda Spring, Sulphur Spring, Iron Spring and many others on private lands.
THE MOUNTAIN NAMED FOR BUDDY WERNER: Steamboat Springs’ legendary skiing sensation, Buddy Werner,
accomplished more in his short racing career than any other American. Storm Mountain was renamed Mt. Werner in
his honor as was Buddy’s Run, a popular intermediate trail. A bronze bust of Buddy is located at the top of this run
and local legend has it that if you rub the bronze, it will bring you luck.
OLD FASHIONED SODA FOUNTAINS: Lyon’s Drug & Johnny B Good’s both offer the old-fashioned ice cream
experience of the Soda Fountain, popular in the 1950s. Step back in time and experience ice cream the way it is supposed to be
enjoyed.
WHAT ARE THOSE YELLOW SIGNS ON THE WAY TO STEAMBOAT? FM Light & Sons, established in 1905, originally erected 300 of
the hand-painted yellow and black signs within a 150 mile radius of Steamboat promoting the store and their merchandise. Today,
you’ll be hard pressed to make the drive to town without seeing one of FM Light & Sons’ signature signs. FM Light & Sons sells
nearly 6,200 cowboy hats a year including the signature Billy Kidd Stetson and celebrated 100 years in business in 2005.
SKI TOWN, U.S.A.® MAGAZINE: Ski Town USA Magazine: Steamboat teamed with Mountain Media,
publishers of Mountains Sports + Leisure, to produce its new signature magazine-Ski Town USA. Steamboat is
a real community built around skiing and riding, the mountain lifestyle, and a collective sense of place—a bona
fide ski town in one of the more beautiful valleys in the Rocky Mountains. In this, the inaugural issue of Ski
Town, USA, some of the characters, stories, and images that make Steamboat distinct are celebrated. But even
while we follow Steamboat’s Olympians to the Middle East on their good will Heavy Medal Tour; go beyond
the cowboy hat in an earnest profile of the skiing icon Billy Kidd, and sketch out a historical timeline of skiing
in the valley, we’ve barely scratched the surface. Find out the Best of the Boat and all that there is to enjoy in
Steamboat through this exclusive magazine.
OKLAHOMA: Local cowboys at a schoolhouse in Hayden introduced choreographer Agnes DeMille to square dancing when she was at
Perry-Mansfield. It was from this encounter that she conceived her dance Rodeo. Rodeo later became a popular musical on Broadway
and on the big screen as Oklahoma!
STRAWBERRY PARK got its name when nearly 9,000 crates of strawberries were shipped out of the area, three miles north of
Steamboat Springs, in 1911. Now it’s known around the world for its natural mineral hot springs.
TECHNOLOGY
TWEET, TWEET, TWEET:-A LITTLE BIRDIE TOLD ME: How do the most dedicated powderhounds always know the best conditions,
the perfect trail and the secret stash? Through Steamboat’s dedicated twitter communities, staying connected is easier than ever. The
resort manages three distinctive twitter accounts: SteamboatPR for media; SkiSteamboat for events, happenings and not to miss items;
and Steamboatinfo for snow and mountain reports and updates. Instead of hearing you should have been here yesterday, you’ll
actually be one of the powderhounds who didn’t miss out.
MY.STEAMBOAT.COM:
Introduced mid-way through last season, my.steamboat.com shares stories, experiences and the latest
information from the resort. The free social media service provides interactive and communications tools such as individual profiles,
widgets, forums, mobile connectivity, blogging and photo/video sharing, as well as access to an online community spanning as far as
the United Kingdom to Australia.
SATELLITE UPLINK: Steamboat was the first ski resort in the country to install a satellite uplink facility, which debuted November 24,
1995. This facility enables the resort to transmit video, images and provide a direct live link to television stations around the globe.
Three live locations, one at the base of the gondola and two others at Thunderhead, the mid-mountain gondola terminal, allow
immediate plug-in access to television crews to go “live” in a matter of minutes. So the next time you gaze upon a star-filled sky,
remember, images of Steamboat are sure to be floating among them.
TOP-TO-BOTTOM SNOWMAKING: In addition to Mother Nature’s annual blessings, the resort’s state-of-the-art snowmaking system
provides top-to-bottom coverage ensuring quality snow conditions from the top of the mountain to the base throughout the entire
season. A key element during early season, the HKD tower guns, which use 30 percent less energy than conventional guns while
producing the same amount of snow, are now strategically located across the resort, including The HKD tower guns, which use 30%
less energy than conventional guns while producing the same amount of snow, are now strategically located across the mountain on
Heavenly Daze, Rudi’s Run, Lightning, Upper Vagabond, Ego, Sitz as well as Stampede, Lil’ Rodeo, Preview, Right-O-Way, See Ya,
See Me, Voo Doo, Vogue, Lower Vagabond, Tornado Lane and Buddy’s Run. The resort’s system covers nearly 360 acres of top-tobottom terrain (3,668 vertical feet) and includes a network of over 600 available hydrants, 4 pump houses across the mountain, 150
high-efficiency guns and a state-of-the-art digital operating system.
iCORIS™: iCORIS is currently in full use at Steamboat for reservations, allowing customers to directly book their lodging, activity
and vacation packages at the best available rates online at www.steamboat.com. This technology is exclusive-to-Steamboat and its
sister resorts, developed by a team of database experts at Steamboat. iCORIS allows customers to book their entire winter vacation
package online-including air, ground transfers, lodging, activities and rentals, as well as entire vacation packages in a matter of clicks.
The airline portion of iCORIS searches for all types of fares, including negotiated pricing, companion fares and Steamboat exclusive
specials. Competing head on with Travelocity, Orbitz and Expedia, iCORIS returns the best options available for your travel needs.
NIGHT MOVES: Ever wonder what it takes to keep the slopes groomed every day? Well, two shifts working through the night operate
11 grooming machines from roughly 5:00pm till 7:00am. A Bombardier B-350 Tower Winch snow machine, able to groom the
steepest terrain on the mountain, opens up a wider variety of terrain for a more diverse group of skiers while ensuring, along with the
rest of the snowcat fleet, quality conditions across the mountain.
GROWING THE SPORT
KIDS’ VACATION CENTER: When you’re the #1 Family Resort in North America, what next? Whether a recent arrival to snow or an
experienced skier, taking care of our littlest guests has always been a priority at Steamboat. The resort holds a national reputation for
the best children’s programs in the country and the latest move adds to a plethora of family specific improvements over the past
several years. The Kids’ Vacation Center’s whisks young snow enthusiasts into a redesigned kid-friendly, western-themed facility
with the overall goal of expediting check-in, streamlining functionality, augmenting security and delivering a better family experience.
In addition, a limited number of private vehicle drop-off spaces, located in the heated, covered garage of One Steamboat Place,
provide restricted, time-controlled, close-in slopeside access to the new children’s facility.
SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL TICKET OFFICE @ ONE STEAMBOAT PLACE: The Ski & Snowboard Ticket Office is a modern facility
located just steps from the gondola on the main plaza level of One Steamboat Place. This 3,800 sq. ft. complex is the one-stop, hasslefree location for all Ski & Snowboard School products and programs. Sixteen point-of-sale positions staffed by knowledgeable
professionals streamline the lesson process.
NEW RAILS/FEATURES IN TERRAIN PARKS: Ranging from small to large, 30 new and refurbished rails/features will pop up this
season across the resort’s four progressive terrain parks. With input from pro riders, a variety of small, 8’ to 12’, low-to-the-ground
and shaped boxes will provide the opportunity for learning the basics in transitions and kinked sensations. In the medium park, a new
16’ picnic table and several 24’ shaped boxes will be unveiled for a variety of Down/Up and Double Kinked riding opportunities. A
new Wall Ride, several additional large features as well as a new entrance in the advanced park complete the full spectrum of
progression from beginner to advance.
KVC MAGIC CARPET RELOCATION & CORRIDOR: Last winter, the newly renovated Kids’ Vacation Center opened to rave reviews
and further solidified Steamboat’s position as the #1 Family Resort in North America. The relocation and realignment of the Buckaroo
magic carpet lift ensures a better learning environment in the new One Steamboat Place snow area. A magic carpet is a state-of-the-art
conveyor lift that has revolutionized kids’ programs by quadrupling the number of runs kids take per hour.
CNN AIRPORT NETWORK SKI & SNOWBOARD TIPS: A series of ski and snowboard tips featuring Olympians Billy Kidd, Erin
Simmons, Nelson Carmichael and PSIA National Snowboard Team member, Scott Anfang air in major airports across the United
States this Fall/Winter. From basic learn-to-ski/ride to more advanced insight for powderhounds, segments from these resort icons are
sure to make your mind wonder from waiting for your next flight to making your next turns in Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A.®
STEAMBOAT SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL HOME TO PSIA/AASI NATIONAL TEAM & OLYMPIANS: The Steamboat Ski &
Snowboard School is recognized as one of the strongest in the world, with four current or past PSIA/AASI National Team members
[Scott Anfang (Snowboard), Deb Armstrong (Alpine), Nelson Wingard (Alpine), and Barry Smith (Nordic)], seven Olympians (Billy
Kidd, Nelson Carmichael, Caroline Lalive, Chris McNeill, Brendan Doran, Jorge Torruella and Deb Armstrong) as well as more than
550 instructors trained in the latest techniques. Consistently rated as one of the best in the industry, the resort offers a full line of
clinics in multiple disciplines to suit all ages and ability levels, specialty programs and private instruction. In fact, more than 83,000
lessons were enjoyed this past winter.
TERRAIN PARK AT STEAMBOAT: Steamboat's terrain park, serviced exclusively by its own chairlift, features
terrain for all ability levels spread over 14 acres. Features include an outdoor sound system, professional
designed rails, tabletops and jumps. Factor in Mini-Mavs, a miniature version of the superpipe in Lil’ Rodeo
Terrain Park, with eight-foot walls, perfect for novice riders. Along with new snowmaking installed in this summers, Steamboat
traditionally opens Mavericks before the Christmas Holiday, allowing freeriders from afar to ride one of the premier superpipes on the
continent.
MAVERICKS SUPERPIPE: One of the premier superpipes in North America, Mavericks raises the bar for a new level of snowriders.
The resort has created a monster of a superpipe: 18-foot walls, 56 feet wide, 22-foot transition and 500 feet long! Mavericks is located
in Bashor Bowl, which is serviced by a dedicated lift so skiers and riders can access the pipe and the park more often, continuously
sharpening their skills. Steamboat's terrain park features 14 acres of terrain for all ability levels, outdoor music system as well as
numerous professionally-designed rails and boxes. In addition, Mini-Mav, a miniature version of the monster superpipe, with eightfoot walls, is perfect for novice riders in Lil’ Rodeo Terrain Park. Experience Mavericks and see for yourself what's hot in the freeride
world!
FAMILY PRIVATES: Imagine you could spend time together as a family and build memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime, all while
skiing or riding one of North America’s top resorts. Steamboat’s Family Private program offers all-day and half-day private clinics
for the entire family! Each member of the family will gain maximum benefit as a Ski & Snowboard instructor develops your family
clinic to meet specific needs and goals. The personal attention you receive with a one-on-one private is the quickest way to improve
your technique. It’s recommended that all participants be of similar skiing/riding level, and all children must be at least 1st grade.
MOGUL SKIERS MIGRATE: Christened The BMT by Steamboat locals, “the bumper migration trail” is comprised of a series of trails
located off of Four Points that allows individuals to ski/ride bumps the entire day. You won't find it on the map, so you’ll need to be
lucky enough to catch up with some of Steamboat's bump enthusiasts to find out where this super bump route lies.
LONE AMERICAN ON 2010 BOARDERX & SKIERX COURSE: Steamboat’s Olympic athletes won’t be the only ones attending the 2010
Winter Games. Invited by the Vancouver Organizing Committee, Nick Roma, Steamboat Terrain Park manager, is the lone American
on the 8-person snowcat/shaper team responsible for building and maintaining the 2010 Olympic BoarderX and SkierX courses in
Vancouver, Canada.
EVENTS
NATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF SKIERS: National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS) will host its bi-annual “Summit” at Steamboat
Springs, Colorado from February 26-March 5, 2011. Up to 1,000 skiers, riders and winter enthusiasts from more than 75 NBS clubs
across the nation and the United Kingdom will participate in this weeklong event. The NBS held its first annual gathering in 1973.
Steamboat has served as the host resort for NBS annual gatherings on five previous occasions - in 1978, 1982, 1989, 1995 and 2007.
The resort has also served as the host site for many NBS regional and club trips.
SOUND OF MUSIC: Steamboat has always been a hot spot for music. In fact, Steamboat was voted the #2 best music location in North
America and is considered the ‘Music Capital of the Rockies’. The following events/concerts have firmly established Ski Town,
U.S.A. as the music center of the Colorado Rockies: MTV’s Winter Lodge, MusicFest at Steamboat, Hard Rock’s Ultimate Altitude,
Strings Music Festival, Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert Series, Ski Jam, Country in the Rockies, Family Snow Festival and
concerts by national performers.
BUD LIGHT COWBOY DOWNHILL: It all began 36 years ago when Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of
Skiing, and Larry Mahan, six-time All-Around World Champion cowboy, decided to invite a few of the
ProRodeo stars to Steamboat for a day of skiing. The cowboys had such a great time that the Downhill has
become the most popular event of the season with over 100 of the best professional rodeo cowboys competing
in the most unique ski rodeo in the country.
STEAMBOAT WEATHER SUMMIT™: Television meteorologists from around the nation will convene in Steamboat for the 22nd Annual
Steamboat Weather Summit in January 2011. The conference has gained a national reputation as one of the finest programs in the
meteorological industry. Participants attend seminars, conduct live remotes to their home station and toss in a little individual powder
research. What better place to learn about the latest effects on weather than in Steamboat, long known for its unique weather and the
home of Champagne Powder® snow!
WINTER CARNIVAL: The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, one of the largest and oldest winter sports clubs in the U.S., hosts
the 98th Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival, the oldest continuing Winter Carnival west of the Mississippi, every February. For
several days, the entire town is given over to racing, ski jumping, a parade featuring Steamboat’s skiing high school band (the only
one in the United States), the famous ski jöring events down Lincoln Avenue, and the spectacular night show featuring the legendary
Lighted Man and fireworks display.
DIRECT FLIGHTS/ACCESS:
DIRECT FLIGHT
PROGRAM:
Back in 1914, you could make it here by train. Today, you make it here by lunch! Steamboat’s nonstop flight program offers
unprecedented access from seven cities on five airlines to Ski Town, U.S.A.® this season. Steamboat is the most conveniently accessed
ski resort community in Colorado. Nonstop jet service is offered from Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Minneapolis/St.
Paul and Newark/NYC directly into the Steamboat/Hayden Airport (HDN). Getting to Steamboat has never been easier.
NEW FRONTIER DENVER FLIGHT: New for winter 2010/2011, Frontier will start serving Ski
Town, U.S.A. with a daily nonstop flight on the 99 passenger Embraer 190 aircraft from Denver.
Frontier’s new service provides convenient connecting access from key winter vacation markets
such as Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, New York, Omaha,
Orlando, Phoenix and Washington, D.C. to name a few.
CUTTING-EDGE AIR SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM: Steamboat/Hayden Airport became the first community in the continental United
States to utilize a new next-generation electronic surveillance tracking system for commercial as well as general aviation starting
September 12, 2009. Instead of using traditional radar, the cutting-edge Wide Area Multilateration (WAM) system triangulates the
position of an aircraft utilizing 20 sensors spread across the area, each communicating with the transponder aboard an aircraft. This
system will reduce the number of flights diverted to other airports during inclement weather flight operations and significantly
minimizes spacing during landing and take-off procedures from 20 minutes down to between 3 to 5 minutes.
STEAMBOAT/HAYDEN AIRPORT PHASE III: The Steamboat/Hayden Airport embarks on the final phase of its multi-year capital plan
with the start of the $7.8 million Phase III project. Phase III will include a new passenger arrival area, a second baggage carousel,
improved concessions and passenger amenities. Overall, the improvements create an addition 8,436 sq. ft. of terminal space and
replaces or remodels another 18,000 sq. ft. in the existing terminal in the coming years. The work is expected to be completed by fall
of 2011. Over the past five years, the airport facility has evolved with an array of improvements that touched every element of guest
service from check-in counters to departure terminals; food & beverage to retail amenities; and curb-side services to security
screening.
CHAMPAGNE POWDER® SNOW
SEVERAL SIGNS PREDICT WINTER WEATHER: Old legends say that several time-honored folk tales can predict the severity of the
upcoming winter. For example, skunk cabbage, nature’s snow gauge, is said to predict the depth of next season's snow. This
year...we’ll just have to watch the signs.
STORM PEAK LABORATORY: Steamboat is home to one of the country’s highest climate laboratories located at 10,568 feet atop Mt.
Werner. Scientists and students from around the world have used Storm Peak Lab over the past 25 years to study snowfall patterns,
climate change and weather movements. What better place to study snow and climate than the home of Champagne Powder® snow?
www.stormpeak.dri.edu
STEAMBOAT’S FAMOUS CHAMPAGNE POWDER® SNOW - FLUKE OF NATURE OR NATURAL WONDER? The term Champagne
Powder® snow was coined in Steamboat back in the 1950s to describe the light, dry quality of the snow here in Northwest Colorado.
According to scientists from the Desert Research Institute, who operate a climate laboratory atop the resort’s Storm Peak, there is a
good scientific basis behind the name. The abundant snowfall is a result of Steamboat’s location within the Park Range, which is the
first significant barrier in the Northern Colorado Rockies to storms arriving from the Pacific. Although the moisture from these storms
has been depleted after passing the Wasatch Range in Utah, the Park Range causes a so-called ‘feeder’ or orographic cloud to form.
The orographic cloud is primarily filled with tiny super-cooled droplets. It is this rare combination of feeder and seeder clouds that is
responsible for the frequent occurrence of rimed crystals resulting in the formation of Steamboat’s famous Champagne Powder® snow.
OTHER ACTIVITIES: The Champagne Powder® snow and fabulous skiing and snowboarding that have made Steamboat world famous
are complemented by an abundance of activities and amenities for all to enjoy. When you're done, take a dip in the restorative waters
of Steamboat’s namesake mineral Hot Springs. There’s a lot to do in one vacation, so be sure to give yourself ample time here.
POPULACE
You never know who you might run into on this mountain or in town and what amazing things they may have done. Steamboat
residents have done everything from participating in the Olympics to starting the snowboard revolution to traveling more than five
million miles in just 14 days. The Locals release provides more detail as well as an insight into a number of the fantastic folks that call
the Yampa Valley home.
GOLDEN GIRL: Deb Armstrong reached the pinnacle of skiing, both as an athlete winning Olympic Gold in 1984 and as
an instructor becoming a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America Alpine National Team in 2004, the only
past or present US Ski Team member to achieve this distinguished level. Having moved to Steamboat in July 2007,
Armstrong is currently a coach with the Steamboat Springs Winter Sport Club, hosts the Steamboat Women’s Clinics
and truly embodies the athletic and outdoor skiing spirit of Ski Town, U.S.A.®
LIGHTED MAN: A highlight of Winter Carnival for more than 70 years is the “Lighted Man.” Claudius Banks first donned his famous
costume in 1936-which many locals secretly believe was the inspiration for Robert Redford’s “Electric Horseman.” His son, Jon,
continues this winter tradition, utilizing a dazzling array of self-contained lights and fireworks.
FATHER OF FREESTYLE: When people think of the freestyle skiing, the name Park Smalley is usually uttered in the same breath. Park
produced six world champions as the US team’s first head coach and was a driving force behind making freestyle skiing a
demonstration sport at the 1988 Olympics.
GRANDFATHER OF SNOWBOARDING: In 1965, Sherman Poppen invented the Snurfer for his daughter. The
Snurfer gave inspiration to modern snowboarding pioneers Jake Burton Carpenter and Tom Sims, who made
additional modifications and launched the modern snowboarding phenomenon. Don’t be surprised if he shows
up during your clinic because he volunteers in the snowboard school. Sherman can be found in Steamboat's
legendary trees enjoying Champagne Powder® snow and attempting to ride more days than his age. So far, he's
accomplished this feat every season.
WALKING AMONG THE STARS: Imagine dreaming of the stars and actually seeing them from Outer Space.
Steamboat Springs High School and University of Colorado graduate, Steve Swanson made his maiden
voyage to space as part of STS-117 Atlantis (June 8-22, 2007). In his two missions, Swanson has
accumulated a combined total of 26 hours and 22 minutes of EVA in four space walks and traveled more
than 11 million miles.
SILVER LINING-NORDIC COMBINED TEAM: Member of the US Olympic Team, Steamboat locals or
former residents all, recorded a historical performance at the 2010 Winter Games. One of the biggest leaps
was seen in nordic combined, where the USA medaled in every event including a gold-silver finish for
Billy Demong and Johnny Spillane in the large hill combined competition. Demong and Spillane were
joined by veteran Todd Lodwick and Brett Camerota for silver in the combined team event. And Johnny
Spillane brought home the first ever for the U.S. in nordic combined, along the way earning at total of
three silvers.
LORIS WERNER: Born and raised in Steamboat Springs, Werner learned to walk and ski at the same time. The
youngest member of the famed Steamboat Werner family, Loris was only six when he entered the downhill race at the
Winter Carnival. While attending Western State College, Werner competed in all four disciplines and twice won the
NCAA Skimeister Championship. Werner went on to represent the United States at two different Winter Olympics in
alpine skiing. Not only was he an accomplished competitor, but Werner played a vital role in the development of the
Steamboat ski area. And through his dedication to the community and his love of the sport of skiing, Werner has truly
helped turn Steamboat into Ski Town, U.S.A. He was inducted into the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame in 2007.
SAFETY
HELMET POLICY: Intrawest recommends that all skiers and snowboarders visiting its resorts wear helmets. In addition, Steamboat has
a mandatory helmet requirement for all children and youth participants in Ski & Snowboard School Programs as well as all students
participating in freestyle terrain park programs, regardless of their age. The helmet use guidelines underscore Intrawest’s commitment
to guest safety and have the support of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) and Canada West Ski Areas Association
(CWSAA).
PIONEER RIDGE BEACON BASIN: Steamboat’s avalanche beacon basin training area makes it easier for skiers and snowboarders to
learn about using personal avalanche transmitters in a controlled environment. Located at the Patrol Yurt at the top of the Pony
Express, the Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin currently features 4 transmitters wired to a central control panel. One, or any combination
up to all 4 transmitters, may be configured in varying orientations and depths. Steamboat’s Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin joins a
growing number of Beacon Training Parks across nine states in the United States as well as numerous locations across Canada and
Europe, including Steamboat’s sister resorts-Winter Park and Whistler. Avalanche conditions across Colorado are forecasted on a
daily basis by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
SLOPEWISE SAFETY INITIATIVE: The Steamboat Patrol, Courtesy Patrol & Mountain Management are enforcing slope safety every
day of the season through the resort’s SlopeWise Initiative. This year, the resort has unveiled its SlopeWise Code of Conduct in an
effort to make it extremely clear that every user of this mountain, regardless of ticket or pass type, understands what is expected, and
how the consequences of their actions can impact their ability to enjoy the slopes.
DOCTORS AND PARAMEDICS ON THE MOUNTAIN: Celebrating its 27th Anniversary, seven local physicians and another five local
paramedics exchange being on-call on the slopes through the resort’s mountain/ski patrol radio network for free skiing privileges. In
addition, the Yampa Valley Medical Center Emergency Doctors monitor radio traffic on this channel and are available for immediate
consultation and can monitor the patient’s condition prior to arriving at the ER. The state-of-the-art Yampa Valley Medical Center is
just a quarter mile from the slopes. Steamboat is one of the few resorts in the country that has a program such as this.
AED: Having already been credited with saving the lives of several individuals, the resort utilizes several automated external
defibrillator (AED) units, which are capable of viewing and recording cardiac rhythms as well as administering life-saving cardiac
shocks. The resort first purchased an AED Life Pak 300 during the 1992/93 season. Currently, the resort employs 14 AED units in its
cache.
WESTERN
THREE-WIRE WINTERS: Steamboat enjoys more than its fair share of three-wire winter, when the snow stacks up past the third row of
ranch fence wires. Yampa Valley ranchers have traditionally measured the severity of a Routt County winter by how high the snow
stacks up against their four fence wires. As Sureva Towler writes in her book, The History of Skiing at Steamboat Springs, “By
January or February of a typical winter, snow will cover the third fence wire, usually 30 inches high.” Four-wire winters, generally
more than 350 inches at the resort’s mid-mountain location, were recorded in 1981/82, 1983/84, 1989/90, 1992/93, 1995/96, 1996/97,
1999/2000, 2005/06, 2007/08 and 2008/09.
RANCHING ROOTS WAY OF LIFE: Never far from its ranching roots, Steamboat remains firmly linked to a Western tradition that sets
it apart from every other ski community. Many of the same families have been ranching this valley for more than 100 years. In fact,
Steamboat Ski Resort employs a handful of active ranchers on staff. A typical summer's day for these Steamboat Ski Resort
employees includes eight hours of maneuvering a backhoe or excavator at the base of the ski area in the summer before heading home
to gather hay and tend to sheep and cattle on ranches around Steamboat Springs. These employees work year-round for the Steamboat
Ski & Resort Corporation and moonlight as snowcat groomers throughout the winter months.
4TH GENERATION: A fourth-generation Steamboat native, Ray Heid's cousins include the Werners of ski racing fame: Buddy, Skeeter
and Loris. Heid made the 1960 Olympic ski jumping team as an alternate and served as a fore-jumper, flying farther than many of the
competitors who followed him. Before the Olympics, Heid competed for the University of Wyoming as a four-way skier (downhill,
slalom, jumping and cross country), and after the Olympics, he coached there. He moved back to Steamboat in 1985, where he runs
the family ranch, Del’s Triangle 3. You can find Ray telemark skiing Mt. Werner nearly ever day where he log nearly 10,000 vertical
daily.
COWBOY DOWNHILL: It all began 36 years ago when Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of Skiing, and Larry Mahan, six-time AllAround World Champion cowboy, decided to invite a few of the ProRodeo stars to Steamboat for a day of skiing. The cowboys had
such a great time that the Downhill has become the most popular event of the season with over 100 of the best professional rodeo
cowboys competing in the most unique ski rodeo in the country. Sponsored by Bud Light, the Cowboy Downhill is always scheduled
to coincide with the National Western Stock Show in Denver.
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STEAMBOAT RECOGNIZED FOR INDUSTRYLEADING ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-One trip up the Gondola with views of the incredible Yampa
Valley below will inspire action in protecting the environment and in Steamboat that environmental commitment is woven into
every fabric of daily life. The Steamboat Ski Resort & Corporation has introduced industry-leading programs that have
reshaped the environmental landscape in the Yampa Valley including its award-winning Zero Waste Initiative.
“Steamboat truly has become one of the premier leaders in the industry for implementing environmental initiatives,” said Chris
Diamond, president and chief operating officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “Steamboat employees create
sustainable programs that span beyond the resort. It is only together and through the wise use of natural resources as well as the
preservation and enhancement of the National Forest that Steamboat will go beyond providing just recreation; and, ensure a
sound environmental experience for all who come in contact with the mountain, company and community.”
In 2010, Steamboat was recognized with the NSAA Silver Eagle for Recycling and Waste Reduction as a result of the resort’s
new Zero Waste Initiative, which aims to eliminate all waste from resort Food & Beverage outlets with recycling, reusing and
composting programs. During the inaugural year of the initiative, the resort saw a 62 percent landfill reduction. In addition to
the ski industry recognition, Liz Wahl, director of Food & Beverage for the Steamboat Ski Resort & Corporation, was awarded
the 2010 Colorado Recycler of the Year from the Colorado Recycling Association.
The Zero Waste Initiative combined with the resort’s award-winning area design, solid-waste recycling, comprehensive onmountain natural & ecosystem resource management, protection programs and granting program has Steamboat setting a high
standard for resort environmental programs. In addition, the resort works to enhance and promote collaboration and build
partnerships throughout the entire Yampa Valley community.
ZERO WASTE & SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVE
Steamboat Ski Area created the Zero Waste Initiative that focuses on composting for all organic material and paper products,
recycling across all F&B outlets and provides reusable products. The resort teamed with the Milner landfill to create a pilot
composting program for all of Routt County, and the resort continues to spread the message of waste reduction by working with
local community organizations to help them adopt similar Zero Waste programs. In the inaugural year, the resort diverted more
than 60% of waste from the landfill through recycling, composting and waste reduction measures.
“Zero Waste is making decisions that impact the environment from the beginning of the
process” Wahl said. “By purchasing appropriate materials that can be recycled, reused or
composted we are eliminating the amount of waste that goes into our landfills. We can turn
organic materials into a resource for the future, which creates a cycle. When you put waste in
the landfill, it stops the cycle.”
In addition to this initial push towards food waste, solids from the wastewater treatment plant
and beetle-killed wood are also composted as part of a Recycling Resources Opportunities Grant
for composting from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
The goal is not only to eliminate waste, but to educate guests about environmental practices
which they can take home with them, and in essence, continue the process. All receptacles are
clearly labeled with recycling and composting instructions; and during high traffic weekends
and events, a Green Team will assist people depose of materials in the proper area.”
In addition to zero waste, Steamboat’s commitment to environmental sustainability continues throughout the Food & Beverage
division and all resort dining outlets. The following are only a sampling of what is taking place at the resort.

Free Trade, Organic Coffee
All Natural Milk
Eliminated Transfats Five Years Ago
New Thunderhead Deck Furniture Made Entirely from
Recycled Materials
To-Go Biodegradable Sugar Plastic (utensils & cups)
Round-Up Room Conversion (80% Waste Reduction)
Reusable Stainless Steel H2O Bottles & Coffee Cups

Pilot Composting Program
Bio-Bags/Reusable Bags For To-Go Items
Eliminated Individual Condiments For Dispenser Version
Recycle Coffee Grounds
Recycled Paper Products (tissues, napkins, paper towels)
Recycling (Front/Back Of House) For All Outlets
Hemp Hats Worn By All Chefs
Sustainable Organic & Farm-to-Table Ingredients/Products
The resort utilizes several local and Colorado companies for sustainable, organic and farm-to-table products including River
Ranches, Grant Family Farms, Haystack Goat Cheese, Wingtime Sauce, Dean Martin Asian Sauce, Colorado-made gelato and
vegetables from micro-greenhouse in Denver.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY, RENEWABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY
2010 Silver Eagle Award: Steamboat was recognized with the 2010 National Ski Area Association’s Silver Eagle Award for
Recycling and Waste Reduction due to its newly implemented Zero Waste Initiative, which aims to eliminate all waste from
resort Food & Beverage outlets with recycling, reusing and composting programs. During the inaugural year of the initiative,
the resort saw 62 percent landfill diversion rate and 73 percent diversion rate from recycling.
Recycler of the Year: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Food & Beverage Director, Liz Wahl was honored as the
2010 Recycler of the Year by the Colorado Association for Recycling (CAFR) during its annual Summit for Recycling held
June 6-8, 2010 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. CAFR is the leading independent, non-profit organization in Colorado that is
actively working to promote and encourage recycling through programs that educate the public, local governments, businesses,
and Colorado's elected officials.
Green Energy Offsets Portion of Total Electric Requirements: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation purchases
renewable energy certificates to offset a portion of its total electricity requirements from green energy sources. Steamboat joins
a select few ski resorts in the United States to reach this level of renewable energy usage. Steamboat's commitment has the
equivalent environmental impact of preventing the release of 899,760 pounds of carbon dioxide annually.
Steamboat has been recognized by the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Power Partnership for its
leadership in bringing new renewable energy to market. Green power is electricity that is generated from
resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, and low-impact hydro facilities.
In addition, Steamboat’s program has been recognized by The Green-e Renewable Energy Certification Program, the
leading voluntary certification and verification program that sets standards for renewable electricity-based products in
three markets for renewable energy: restructured, regulated, and tradable renewable certificates. Nationally, Green-e
currently certifies 60 products that are sold by 100 marketers, utilities and brokers.
Environmental Task Force: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation recently instigated across all resort divisions an
employee-driven, initiative-based task force responsible for creating a model resort environmental and sustainability program
that reduces waste by controlling supply, educating users, building advocate groups and maximizing recovery.
Environmental Chairlifts: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation installed the Christie Peak Express, a high-speed sixperson chairlift, replacing several base area lifts during the summer of 2007. In 2006, the resort installed Sunshine Express, a
high-speed quad in Sunshine Bowl and in 2004, a Leitner-Poma of America fixed-grip triple chairlift, Burgess Creek triple. As
a part of its long-standing commitment to the environment, the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation uses alternative energy to
power all three chairlifts. Sunshine Express utilizes a combination of solar and wind renewable energy and is believed to be the
only chairlift in the nation to be powered using solar energy. Christie Peak Express and Burgess Creek are powered entirely by
renewable wind energy.
Community Wide Zero Waste: In summer 2009, Wahl directed the successful launch of a community Zero Waste initiative
focused on the reduction and ultimate elimination of waste at five large-scale, public community events. In its inaugural year,
these all-volunteer events educated approximately 15,000 citizens, businesses and visitors; unified existing environmental
groups and efforts; and changed attendees’ behaviors to minimize and eliminate waste. In 2010, with Wahl on the Board of the
Yampa Valley Sustainability Council and at the helm of the organization’s Zero Waste committee, the Zero Waste Initiative
will triple in scope.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Water Conservation - The resort has saved significant quantities of water through the use of low flush toilets and auto shut-off
faucets. A low flush toilet uses approximately 64% less water than a regular 4.5-gallon fixture. Decreased use has also resulted
in reduced wastewater volume discharge. Currently, 20,000 feet (3.78 miles) of primary snowmaking pipe is being installed that
is rated to last an average of 50 years, twice as long as existing pipe and able to handle pressure upwards of 1,000 pounds per
square inch. This pipe will essentially eliminate leaks and Steamboat becomes one of the first resorts in the country to use this
technology by installing more than 70,000 feet (13+ miles/33km) of snowmaking pipe over the past three years. This year’s
total pipe length alone equates to stacking 36 Washington Monuments on top of each other.
Energy Reduction: Significant strides have been made to reduce energy usage and CO2 emissions across the resort. The
snowmaking system has converted to high efficiency guns in many areas (tower guns on Heavenly Daze and Buddy’s Run),
compressors and sophisticated computer controls. The resort has transitioned to all 4-stroke snowmobile models, uses newer,
state-of-the-art snowcats and has replaced kitchen equipment in on-mountain restaurants that are all more energy efficient. The
resort utilizes recycled waste oil to heat its Slope Maintenance Facility and is in the midst of a comprehensive light bulb
replacement project across the resort.
Resort Public Transit: SSRC operates a fleet of people movers to provide shuttle service from a variety of near site parking
facilities to the ski resort as well as employee housing The Ponds at Steamboat. The shuttle system, along with the city bus
system, transports the majority of guests from remote parking, downtown and area condominiums. These efforts reduce the
vehicle miles traveled by guests and employees by approximately 1.2 million miles last year as well as reduced emissions and
traffic congestion. Both the resort and city’s transportation system is free.
Resort Collateral: SSRC produces marketing, sales, and resort collateral as well as food & beverage products using recycled
paper and materials. In addition, the numbers of publications as well as the quantity of each publication have been reduced over
the past several years moving to electronic versions. Regardless of the medium each piece devotes a segment to the
encouragement of environmental consciousness; highlight environmental initiatives at the ski area, and the cooperative efforts
with outside agencies.
Uniforms: For the 2009 summer, the resort's summer uniform shirt is made from 50% recycled products. In an effort to reuse
and recycle, Steamboat donated 22 pallets (one full semi-truck) of uniforms (jackets, pants, vests & fleeces) to the Fort Peak
Tribes, located in the northeast corner of Montana in the summer of 2007. In addition, old employee uniforms were sent to
Yugoslavia in April 1999 in order to help refugees fleeing Kosovo. Nearly 2,000 items including waterproof parkas, vests, and
ski pants, as well as sweaters, fleece vests and fleece pullovers, were sent overseas. Both shipments were airlifted by military
planes to Yugoslavia and distributed by AmeriCares volunteers.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS & EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH
Educational Programs: The resort's environmental education outreach programs extend to school and youth groups, the local
community, employees and visitors to better help them understand and appreciate the alpine environment. With more than 20
specific efforts, from tree planting to creek rehabilitation and from monetary contributions to nature trails on the mountain,
Steamboat along with its environmental partners makes education a daily commitment. These programs received national
recognition with the 2002 Silver Eagle for their scope and impact.
Interpretive Signs at Thunderhead: A series of informative signs overlooking the Yampa Valley and the ski area were
installed on the third floor of Thunderhead. These signs were designed in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service and the
Colorado Division of Wildlife, and feature wildlife information, local history and points of interest.
Guided Nature Tours: Join one of the naturalists from Yampatika's Education Partnership for a free tour and receive
interpretive information on the forest, mountain habitat and indigenous flora and fauna. Meet at the top of Why Not at 1:30pm
on Tuesday & Thursday. Tours run from mid-December through March.
Mesa Schoolhouse: During the 1999 summer, Steamboat employees donated their time to paint the 83-year-old Mesa
Schoolhouse at the foot of Rabbit Ears Pass on US. 40. Recently white with green trim, this “little red schoolhouse” was
restored to its landmark red color. The one-room building was one of the first schools in Routt County and operated until 1959
when the district consolidated.
Purchase of Development Rights: This program allows ranchers and other landowners to sell all future development rights on
their land to a conservation trust. In Routt County, PDR established a fund that helps buy ranch development rights, placing
the property in protected status. Several ranchers have already taken advantage of this program, ensuring that the wide-open
spaces of the Yampa Valley are preserved forever. Tom Baer, the resort’s videographer, produced a 20-minute video that was
instrumental in convincing Routt County voters to pass the PDR proposal. This particular program is generating national
attention and has become a model for other communities.
Carpenter Ranch/Nature Conservancy Project: Resort staff traded their regular jobs for hammers and paintbrushes for a day
to fix up the Nature Conservancy’s Carpenter Ranch. The staff contributed 600 hours of labor in just one day. This project
demonstrated the resort’s strong community spirit and its commitment to the Yampa Valley’s unique cultural heritage and
natural values. The Carpenter Ranch is located 20 miles west of Steamboat Springs in Hayden, CO.
Tree Planting Project at Rough Rider Basin: Through a joint project with the U. S. Forest Service and the Boy Scouts of
America, more than 800 spruce seedlings were planted at the ski area’s kids-only winter adventure park, Rough Rider Basin.
Resort staff teamed up with area Cub and Boy Scouts for a day of planting, forestry and environmental awareness.
Butcherknife Creek Rehabilitation: The resort donated personnel and heavy equipment to the Strawberry Park Elementary
School rehabilitation program at Butcherknife Creek. Re-hab included regrading and revegetating stream banks, as well as
improving habitat for fish and wildlife. The fourth and fifth graders learned about the importance and fragility of the
environment.
2002 Silver Eagle Award: Steamboat was honored with the Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Environmental Education.
The resort edged out finalists, Vail and Whistler/Blackcomb, for the award. The Golden and Silver Eagle Awards were
established in 1993 by Mountain Sports Media to recognize and encourage the environmental achievements of resorts.
Routt County Woolens: The vast amounts of snow that blanket the high country of Colorado make Steamboat Springs a world
class ski resort and also produce some of the nation's cleanest wool. From the mountain meadows, river valleys and rolling sage
country of northwest Colorado, Routt County Woolens, LLC brings to you the original, natural, "miracle fiber" used in making
these premium quality wool products. Wool is naturally water and soil resistant, will keep you warm and cozy, and is an allnatural fiber made by Mother Nature herself. These American-made products are created with high quality standards in an
effort to supply you with a true keepsake of the American West. In fact, Routt County Woolen blankets have been presented to
Steamboat Grand owners and purchased by the ski area for special events, functions & gifts. www.coloradowool.net
FOREST STEWARDSHIP
Mountain Pine Beetle: The mountain pine beetle is affecting the western region of the United States and Canada, including
Colorado. The beetle is part of nature’s eco-cycle, which typically sees its effect every 20 to 30 years. A dramatic change has
taken place across the lower mountain as a result of extensive pine beetle mitigation. For the better part of a decade, the resort
has been dealing with this epidemic moving from individual tree treatment to mass removal of dead trees. The ski area enjoys a
diverse forest where Steamboat is fortunate that the forest cover on the mountain is comprised primarily of Engelmann Spruce,
Subalpine Fir, Lodgepole and Aspen as well as a few Douglas fir. Fifty acres of trees have been removed below Rough Rider
Basin and another 30 acres on the Thunderhead Express and Burgess Creek lift lines are currently being removed.
Area Design: Techniques such as trail edge feathering, scalloping, and glading are utilized by SSRC to reduce the visual
impact of cross cutting ski trails on Mt. Werner. Prior to upgrading or expanding trails, a visuals management plan is
developed which addresses the ultimate visual compatibility with surrounding areas. Today, computers are utilized to
determine visual, water and soil impacts before a single piece of dirt is touched.
Trail Development: Most of the hiking and biking trails on the mountain were built by hand to minimize impacts. Trail design
and improvements are based upon environmental factors such as wind throw, exposure, and maintenance of healthy tree stands,
wildlife concerns, and visual impacts. The integrity of natural water courses and wetlands are protected and buffered. In 1992,
horses were used to haul heavy equipment during new lift construction, as opposed to building new roads for vehicle traffic.
Since 1996, new chairlifts have been installed using helicopters lessening the demands for new roads and minimizing impacts
to surrounding areas. In addition, the resort used a "light on the land" approach when developing Pioneer Ridge and
Morningside Park expansion areas. Essentially this translates into minimizing short and long term impacts to the ecosystem, as
well as through the best management practices, using design standards that provide for high quality aesthetics and land
management.
Habitat Enhancement: Habitats that support bird and other wildlife populations are studied so that improvements can be
made. SSRC specialists count Neotropical birds each spring. Currently, SSRC is working with other agencies, exploring
possibilities for improving nesting habitat for migratory birds. A winter bird count was completed during 1994. SSRC
employees, with assistance from the Forest Service, performed a Pine Martin survey using trip cameras in 1993/94. With an
increased awareness of habitats that are preferred by certain species, SSRC has been able to work toward maintaining a balance
between changes made to the mountain and the integrity of natural habitats.
Re-vegetation Program: Special re-vegetation practices, which utilize natural grasses and plants provide improved wildlife
habitat for many foraging species. SSRC is an active member of the Colorado Native Plant Society and has an ongoing
employee education program in place.
Slash Management: Where pertinent, management practices on the mountain include stacking low brush or slash, or
dispersing brush to provide habitat for the many species that thrive on this type of habitat. This practice also serves to slow
surface runoff, return soil nutrients, and provide shade for new forest growth.
Fuels Management: An aggressive program to minimize fire hazard is ongoing. This includes removing potential fire fuels,
the use of spark arrestors on vehicles and machinery, and general education of mountain users. Several resort personnel have
attained their red card certification from the US Forest Service as well as interagency cooperative programs and training has
been implemented. In addition, smoking is prohibited across the entire ski area.
Mountain Project Day: The annual spring on-mountain project day, now in its 19th year, has been organized with more than
100 resort employees working on projects, gathering litter and other materials from across the area. On average nearly 100
gallons of material is removed or recycled from the resort this day.
ENVIRONMENTAL GRANTING
Ski Corp. Environmental Fund: Steamboat is one of a handful of resorts nationally to establish a significant granting program
based on environmental needs. Since its inaugural year in 2004, nearly 50 projects have been granted more than $240,000,
representing a variety of nonprofit organizations across the Yampa Valley.
2009/10
$20,000
2008/09
$27,000
2007/08
$56,552
2006/07
$39,715
2005/06
$55,028
2004/05
$29,300
2003/04
$14,330
Total
$241,925
Old Chair Sale: Through the sale of 175 chairs from the old Christie II, Headwall and Preview lifts, the resort raised $43,750
that went to the Ski Corp. Environmental Fund, housed with the Yampa Valley Community Foundation. Selling out in less than
two hours, each chair was offered to the public for a minimum donation of $250. These three chairlifts were replaced with the
Christie Peak Express, a new Leitner-Poma high-speed six-person chairlift, before the 2007/08 season.
AWARDS
NSAA National Environmental Awards: Steamboat has received national recognition with several environmental awards as
well as being a finalist for many other awards. Established in 1993, the Golden & Silver Eagle Awards for Environmental
Excellence recognize the environmental achievements of ski areas each year by NSAA, the trade association for ski area
owners and operators, representing 329 alpine resorts in North America.

2010 NSAA Silver Eagle Award for Recycling and Waste Reduction
2003 NSAA Silver Eagle Award for Stakeholder Relations--Finalist
2002 NSAA Silver Eagle Award for Environmental Education
2000 NSAA Silver Eagle Award for Area Visual Impacts--Finalist
1998 NSAA Silver Eagle Award for Environmental Excellence in Area Design
1994 NSAA Golden Eagle Award for Overall Environmental Excellence in Ski Areas--Finalist
1993 NSAA Silver Eagle Award for Recycling Program
Colorado Recycler of the Year: The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Food & Beverage Director, Liz Wahl was
honored as the 2010 Recycler of the Year by the Colorado Association for Recycling (CAFR) during its annual Summit for
Recycling held June 6-8, 2010 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
SUSTAINABLE SLOPES & KEEP WINTER COOL PROGRAMS
Keep Winter Cool: A partnership between the National Ski Association of America and the Natural Resources Defense
Council resulted in Keep Winter Cool, a campaign to lead the fight against Global Climate Change. Learn more www.keepwintercool.org.
Sustainable Slopes Program: The National Ski Areas Association developed an environmental charter, Sustainable Slopes,
which Steamboat is an active participant. Steamboat celebrated Sustainable Slopes Day and the resort’s environmental
programs this past season, focusing on several activities and special events including HOV (high occupancy vehicles) rewards
program; environmental kiosk exhibit; on-mountain Eco-Tours and environmental partners. www.nsaa.org
PARTNERS
US Forest Service: Recreation on this public land is provided by a unique partnership between the Steamboat Ski & Resort
Corporation and the Routt/Medicine Bow National Forest. The resort is committed to the wise use of natural resources, as well
as the preservation and enhancement of the National Forest. Join Steamboat in its commitment to preserve this special
environment by helping keep National Forest lands beautiful.
Partnerships: SSRC fosters creative partnerships with the Colorado Division of Wildlife, the U.S. Forest Service, the
American Birding Association, and various community organizations such as the Yampatika, working toward proper
stewardship of the forest and ecosystem management. The resort also participates in fundraising events and contributes to a
variety of non-profit organizations including the Nature Conservancy.
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NORTH AMERICA’S #1 FAMILY RESORT
Specialized Programs At The Heart Of Steamboat’s Family Friendliness
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Known for innovative family programs that have shaped the industry over the
past four decades, Steamboat-Ski Town U.S.A.® received the top honor in SKI Magazine’s 2009/2010 Annual Resort Survey, ranking
as North America’s #1 Family Resort. Rooted in the western friendliness that Steamboat is known, families find more than a smiling
face in Ski Town, U.S.A.® with programs both on and off the mountain catered to children of all ages.
“Steamboat has always been at the forefront of
creating innovative children and family programs in
the ski industry” said Rob Perlman, senior vice
president of sales and marketing. “We will continue to
develop programs and activities which offer
Steamboat guests the best family experience.”
Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A. has been on the cutting
edge in the family arena since the Steamboat Springs
Winter Sports Club first hit the slopes at historic
Howelsen Hill in 1913. The community has embraced
snow with an almost fanatic zeal enabling it to reach
significant milestones including Steamboat’s 1st
Winter Carnival in 1914; public schools accredited ski
curriculum in 1944; Audrey Light Temple’s Little Toots Program organized in 1957; Soda
Pop Slalom first left the starting gate in 1973; and the 1st International Winter Special
Olympics in 1977.
Since then, numerous innovations, based upon that same early pioneering spirit, have
followed at the ski resort. Steamboat set the standard within the industry by pioneering the
first Kids Ski Free™ program back in 1982 to Kids Rent Free Program and Kids Fly Free to
Steamboat MountainWatch and most recently, Family Private Lessons, Sunshine Bowl
family terrain and the Family Snow Festival, which tied together family fun through live
concerts, animated characters, western cuisine and Champagne Powder® snow.
SKI TOWN, U.S.A.
MILESTONES
Howelsen Hill ....................................1913
Winter Sports Club ............................1914
Winter Carnival .................................1914
Public School Ski Curriculum...........1944
Little Toots Program..........................1957
Billy Kidd Free Clinics......................1970
Soda Pop Slalom................................1973
1st Winter Special Olympics ..............1977
Kids Ski Free .....................................1982
Dedicated Children Center ................1982
Family Season Pass Program.............1984
Family Western BBQ ........................1987
Slow Skiing/Riding Zones.................1993
Kids Rent Free ...................................1994
Teen Ticket ........................................1994
Kids Fly Free .....................................2001
Grandkids Ski Free ............................2001
Steamboat MountainWatch ...............2004
Family Privates ..................................2005
Sunshine Bowl Family Area..............2006
Family Snow Festival ........................2006
North America’s #1 Family Resort ...2009
New Kids’ Vacation Center...............2009
This winter, the relocation and realignment of the Buckaroo magic carpet lift ensures a better learning environment in the new One
Steamboat Place snow area, with easy on-snow access to the redesigned Kids’ Vacation Center. A magic carpet is a state-of-the-art
conveyor lift that has revolutionized kids’ programs by quadrupling the number of runs kids take per hour.
Last winter, the renovated Kids’ Vacation Center opened to rave reviews and further solidified Steamboat’s position as the #1 Family
Resort in North America. The resort created a comprehensive, easy to navigate children’s drop off/pick up area and day care facility.
The completion of Kids’ Vacation Center highlights five years of family friendly upgrades to the resort including new family terrain,
faster and more comfortable chairlifts, expanded culinary options and remodeled restaurants including kid-specific cafeterias and
menus, a new beginner terrain park and high tech snowmaking.
FAMILY FRIENDLY ACCOLADES
SKI Magazine-Top Resorts
#1 Family Resort in North America, 2009
Family Ski Hub
Top Family Ski Resort, 2009
Mountain Living Magazine-Best of High Country
Best Kids’ Ski School, January 2007
Orbitz
Best Family Destination-Orbitz Staff Insider Pick, Nov. 2005 & 2006
SKI Magazine-Top Resorts
#1 Family Resort in the West 2003-2008
Travel Arts Syndicate
Ski Slope Superlatives, Best for Families-Steamboat, Nov. 2006
Sports Illustrated for Kids
Top Ten Kid Friendly Winter Vacation Getaway
SPECIAL FAMILY FEATURES
Rough Rider Basin: Steamboat’s Rough Rider Basin is a kids-only zone. It’s a taste of the Wild West, including teepees, a Colorado
mineshaft, a log cabin playhouse and the Fort Rough Rider picnic area. With its own surface lift and terrain features, Rough Rider
Basin is a complete environment for kids. Remember—adults must be accompanied by a child!
Kids-Only Lifts: Steamboat makes learning to ski easy, with three Kids’ Vacation Center beginner magic carpet lifts.
Monster Kids: Steamboat’s kids-only site is www.steamboat.snowmonsters.com. Find out all about the mountain from the
Snowmonsters and what you can expect on the slopes during your families’ visit.
Family Privates: Imagine you could spend time together as a family and build memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime, all while skiing
or riding one of North America’s top resorts. Steamboat’s Family Privates offer all-day and half-day private clinics for the entire
family! The personal attention you receive with a one-on-family private is the quickest way to improve your technique.
Terrain Parks: Steamboat is home to four progressive terrain parks, offering a beginner, intermediate and advanced experience for
freestyle skiers and snowboarders. By creating distinct areas of play, guests can feel comfortable learning freestyle tricks and progress
to the next park/stage when ready.
S-Zone Specialty Store: This is a kids-only specialty store located in the Kids’ Vacation Center featuring everything the youngest
member of the family might need on the slopes. Goggles, mittens, gloves and specialty gifts all designed with the youngest skiers and
riders in mind.
Steamboat MountainWatch Powered by Flaik: Steamboat was the first resort to offer this level of service and convenience for
every child in the resort’s Ski & Snowboard School program. Steamboat MountainWatch allows the resort to monitor children in its
Kids’ Vacation Center programs while providing the peace of mind for parents to completely enjoy their day on the slopes without
worrying about the kids. At the end of their day on the snow, students can use the Flaik system at home to track their activity on the
mountain.
Helmet Policy: Intrawest recommends that all skiers and snowboarders visiting its resorts wear helmets and requires helmet use for
all children and youth participants in Ski & Snowboard School Programs as well as all students participating in freestyle terrain park
programs, regardless of their age.
Sunshine Family Trail: Discover the magic of this special family trail that snakes its way through the trees between Flintlock and
Sunshine Lift Line trails in Sunshine Bowl. Kids come up close and personal with cartoon characters including the Snow Monsters,
Steamboat Olympians and more. See if you can find them all as you encounter whoop-de-doos, powder and the feeling of being the
only family on this trail. No matter how many times you venture on this trip, every one will be different.
Western BBQ: If you’re into a lively, fun-filled family adventure, an evening at the Western BBQ offers the perfect family recipe for
a memorable western adventure including live country western music, dancing and special activities like the spoon contest.
FUN FAMILY EVENTS
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Scholarship Day-November 24, 2010-Scholarship Day marks the first day of the season
with revenues from the day’s specially priced ticket benefiting the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Scholarship Fund. In fact,
the Winter Sports Club is one of the oldest and most recognized ski clubs in the U.S.
Torchlight Parades & Fireworks-December 31, 2010; February 14 & March 17, 2011-Steamboat treats guests to spectacular onsnow parades down the mountain lit only by torches. In conjunction, a fireworks display will illuminate the sky providing a perfect
ending to the evening. The young ones get a chance to ski down the mountain and join in the excitement as a special finale to the
Desperados Ski Week program (December 31st and February 17th).
37th Cowboy Downhill-January 18, 2011-It all began 36 years ago when Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of Skiing, and Larry
Mahan, six-time All-Around World Champion cowboy, decided to invite a few of the ProRodeo stars to Steamboat for a day of
skiing. The cowboys had such a great time that the Downhill has become the most popular event of the season with over 100 of the
best professional rodeo cowboys competing in the most unique ski rodeo in the country. The Cowboy Downhill is scheduled to
coincide with Denver’s National Western Stock Show.
98th Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival-February 2-6, 2011-The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club hosts the 97th Steamboat
Springs Winter Carnival, the oldest continuing Winter Carnival west of the Mississippi. For several days, the entire town is given over
to racing, ski jumping, chariot racing, a parade featuring Steamboat’s skiing high school band (the only one in the United States), the
famous ski jöring events down Lincoln Avenue, and the spectacular night show featuring the legendary Lighted Man & fireworks.
31st Cardboard Classic -April 9, 2011-The Cardboard Classic, Steamboat’s traditional rite of spring celebrating its 30th year,
features homemade crafts constructed only from cardboard, glue, string, water based paint, duct tape and masking tape racing down
the face of Headwall to a hysterical finish. The uniqueness and creativity of the race make it an event looked forward to every year.
4th Splashdown Pond Skim-April 10, 2011-Steamboat’s bravest (and maybe craziest) skiers/riders will attempt to cross an ice-cold
pond at the base of the mountain, while being judged on distance, outfit creativity, and crowd response during the Splashdown Pond
Skimming Competition Sunday, April 11th.
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SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL
AND KIDS’ VACATION CENTER
Specialized Programs Focused On Adults, Teens & Children Taught By The Best Instructors In The Country
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-To become the best skier or rider you have to learn from the best teachers.
The Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School is renowned for its long list of top instructors including many World Champions,
Olympians, nationally ranked and collegiate athletes. In fact, Steamboat is home to more Olympians and nationally ranked athletes
than any other town in the United States, and many of those athletes are teaching the next generation of winter enthusiasts at the
Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School.
“What truly sets the Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School apart is the phenomenal instructors that teach here in Ski Town, U.S.A.®,”
commented Jim Schneider, vice president of skier services. “We are constantly striving to provide the best experience and
instructors play a large role in shaping programs that allow the resort to tailor the on-mountain experience for each adult, child
regardless of whether they are a skier, snowboarder, telemarker or snowbiker.”
Last season, Steamboat opened a new Ski & Snowboard School Ticket Office on the main plaza level of One Steamboat Place,
providing an expanded check in facility with convenient access to the Gondola. In addition, the Kids’ Vacation Center received a
complete overhaul adding 3,000 additional sq. ft. that created a comprehensive, western-themed children’s facility. As a result,
Steamboat Training Adaptive Recreational Sports (STARS) moved into their former space with base area access to the slopes, an
added benefit to the organization which offers a mountain experience to adaptive and special needs participants. The resort also
introduced snowbikes as a new way to explore the mountain.
Lessons from trained professionals are the ideal way to get started in a new sport or to excel to the next level. A prime example is
former Olympian Ann Battelle. After college she moved to Steamboat and started skiing moguls under the tutelage of Park Smalley;
two short years later she was competing in her first Olympics. Ann went on to compete in four Olympics during her career. Stories
like these are common in Steamboat where the best students learn from the best teachers.
The Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School is comprised of Professional Ski Instructors of America, American
Association of Snowboard Instructors, winter Olympians, national team members and more than 550
instructors trained in the latest on-snow teaching techniques.
PSIA/AASI & NATIONAL TEAM MEMBERS
800-299-5017
NELSON WINGARD-SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL DIRECTOR-Professional Ski Instructor Association (PSIA) Alpine
National Team (2004-2008) member, Nelson Wingard has been overseeing the Steamboat Ski & Snowboard
School for 4 years, but his career in the ski industry spans nearly 20 years at several resorts across the country. In
Steamboat, Wingard is responsible for all ski & snowboard school programs and oversees all daily activities within
the school.
DEB ARMSTRONG-WOMEN’S SKI SEMINARS-Professional Ski Instructor Association (PSIA) Alpine National Team
(2004-2008) member and Olympic Gold medalist, Deb Armstrong is passionate about sharing the sport of skiing. She
hosts the Steamboat Women’s Ski Seminars and is the Alpine Director for the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club,
helping produce the next generation of winter athletes. Deb is the only US Ski Team member to reach this
distinguished level of PSIA.
SCOTT ANFANG-AASI-A member of AASI since 1996, Scott is in his second term on the AASI Snowboard Team and is a Full
Certification Examiner. He played an instrumental role in developing Rocky Mountain Division’s freestyle accreditation. For 10
years, he enjoyed back-to-back seasons, splitting time between Steamboat and New Zealand. In New Zealand, Scott helped establish
the Instructor Training Company, an 11-week program for people who want to become snowboard instructors.
BARRY SMITH-PSIA ALPINE/NORDIC-Smith has been teaching at Steamboat for nearly 30 years. He received his Nordic
Certification in 1977 and PSIA Full Certification and Certification Examiner in 1985. A member of the 1988 PSIA Demo Team,
Barry continues to share his love of the sport on Mt. Werner and with cross country tours on Rabbit Ears Pass.
ANDREW DEAN-AUSTRALIAN ALPINE TEAM-A member of the Australian Professional Snowsports Instructors (APSI) since 1997,
Andrew received his APSI Full Certification in 2002 and Full Certification Trainer Examiner in 2010. He has been a member of the
Australian National Demo Team since 2008 and will represent Australia at Interski in St Anton, Austria this winter. Since he began
ski instruction in 1997, Andrew has taught and coached in three countries and splits his time between Steamboat and Mt. Hotham in
Victoria, Australia where he is the Technical Director of the Snowsports School.
DYLAN DAVIDSON-NEW ZEALAND SNOWBOARD TEAM- Teaching for 20 seasons in Colorado and New Zealand, Dylan Davidson
was a member of the New Zealand Examining staff for five years, in which time he helped develop children and freestyle
accreditation courses and exams. A member of the New Zealand National Snowboard Team at the 2007 Interski, he also coached
the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club junior freestyle team and New Zealand snowboard team in 2006.
OLYMPIANS
Steamboat’s history is deeply rooted in producing winter Olympians. In fact, a record 79 winter Olympians have trained in Ski
Town, U.S.A.®, representing eleven different countries, making 137 Olympic appearances during 18 Winter Games. Guests not only
have the ability to ski and snowboard on the same terrain as these world class athletes, but also the chance to learn from former
Olympians. The Ski & Snowboard School is proud to have seven Olympians working with the resort.
Billy Kidd,
Two-Time Olympian
‘64 Olympic Silver Medalist
Chris McNeill
Two-Time Olympian
Deb Armstrong
Two-Time Olympian
‘84 Olympic Gold Medalist
Jorge Torrella
Two-Time Olympian
Caroline Lalive
Three-Time Olympian
Nelson Carmichael
Two-Time Olympian
’92 Olympic Bronze Medalist
Brendan Doran
Two-Time Olympian
PRIVATE LESSONS FOR SKIERS/SNOWBOARDERS
Private lessons provide individual or semi-private coaching for all levels. This is the ultimate one-on-one, customized learning
experience on the mountain. Private Clinics are available for individuals, small groups and families up to five participants.
Reservations required.
Privates
7 Hour Clinic
5 Hour Clinic
3 Hour Clinic
Note:
(9:00am-4:00pm)
(10:00am-3:00pm)
(9 -12 pm)
Advance
Purchase
$599
$499
$399
Regular
$639
$539
$439
Privates
3 Hour Clinic (12:30-3:30pm)
2 Hour (space available)
Early Bird Special (1.5hrs, 8:30-10am)
Advance
Purchase
$349
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$219
Regular
$389
$349
$259
Prices, programs, times and dates are subject to change without notice. Please contact the Ski & Snowboard School or steamboat.com/skischool for the
latest information. Advanced Purchase is 7+ days in advanced; Regular is less than 7 days in advanced.
FAMILY PRIVATES:
Imagine you could spend time together as a family and build memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime, all while skiing or riding North
America’s top family resort. Steamboat’s Family Privates offer all-day and half-day private clinics for the entire family! Each
member of the family will gain maximum benefit as Steamboat’s instructors develop your family clinic to meet specific needs and
goals. The personal attention you receive with a one-on-family private is the quickest way to improve your technique. It’s
recommended that all participants be of similar skiing/riding level, and all children must be at least 1st grade.
ADULT GROUP CLINICS – All Levels for Skiers & Snowboarders
Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School strives to make learning to ski/ride simple, fun and easy. It doesn’t get much simpler than one
lesson, one price. All you have to concentrate on is getting better and enjoying yourself, Steamboat’s team of instructors will do the
rest. Refine your skills, gain confidence or master the mountain, depending on your personal goal. Lift ticket required.
All-Day Clinics – 10am-3pm daily
(Skiing or Snowboarding)
All-Day Never Ever Clinic Only
All-Day Never Ever Clinic
& 1st Day Lift
Three-Pack of All-Day Clinics
(Intermediate/Advanced Skier)
Note:
Advance
Purchase
$99
$134
$198
Regular
Half-Day Clinics – 12:30-3pm daily
(Skiing or Snowboarding)
$109
$144
$219
Half-Day Never Ever Clinic Only
Half-Day Never Ever Clinic
& 1st Day Lift
Half-Day Clinic
Advance
Purchase
$86
$121
Regular
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$86
$99
$134
(Intermediate/Advanced)
Prices, programs, times and dates are subject to change without notice. Please contact the Ski & Snowboard School or steamboat.com/skischool for the
latest information. Advanced Purchase is 7+ days in advanced; Regular is less than 7 days in advanced.
LEARN TO RIDE/SKI PROGRAMS:
This early season program is designed to get you started skiing and snowboarding with an easy package
LEARN-TO-SKI/RIDE
program including half-day lesson, lift ticket and rental equipment. Half-day program runs from 12:30pm
WEEKEND
(LEVELS 1-3)
to 3pm on the following weekends, Dec. 4-5 & Dec. 11-12. Adults & kids, 1st grade and older.
Clinic & Lower Mountain Ticket................................................................ $25
Clinic, Lower Mountain Ticket & Rental ................................................... $28
LEARN-TO-SKI
(LEVELS 1-3)
BURTON™
LEARN-TO-RIDE
The premier season long, learn-to-ski clinic, where everything is taken care of for first-timers. Three fulldays of instruction, gear rental with In-Room fitting, lift tickets and the same instructor all three days.
Success guarantee! You’ll be skiing or riding comfortably on green runs or your next lessons are free
until you get there! Cost is $299 Advanced Purchase/$321 Regular. Clinic runs daily through season.
Learning to snowboard is easy and fun, especially with Steamboat’s signature Burton Learn-to-Ride
program incorporating the right equipment with proven teaching methods. Everything is taken care of
with this package including: three full-days of instruction (with the same instructor each day), In-Room
gear rental & fitting and three-day lift tickets. Daily program from 10am to 3pm costs $299 Advanced
Purchase/$321 Regular. Guaranteed Success! This program will have you riding comfortably on green
trails or your next lessons are free until you get there!
* Lesson must be taken on consecutive days and price is package based and not subject to discounts.
SPECIALTY CAMPS
BILLY KIDD
RACE CAMPS
When you think of legends in American skiing, the name Billy Kidd is at the top of the
list. A World Champion and Olympic silver medalist, Kidd applies the same principles
and techniques that produce World Champions to a skiing improvement program for
skiers of all ages. Today his vision continues, providing intermediate and advanced
skiers access to the top training techniques in ski racing, plus Billy’s unique experience,
enthusiasm and expertise are active parts of the program. The Billy Kid Race Camps use
simple coaching methods, small class sizes and video analysis to improve skills for
Intermediate through Advanced skiers.
Three day camps include lunch, 6 hours of coaching and a DVD. Camps are Dec. 20-22, 27-29, Jan 3-5,
17-19, Feb. 21-23, March 14-16, 21-23. Full Three Day Camp (Monday through Wednesday) costs $675
Advanced Purchase/ $708 Regular Purchase; Monday (single day camp) costs $225 Advanced
Purchase/$236 Regular.
WOMEN’S SKI
SEMINARS
(Skier Levels 5-8)
Learn to ski from the best certified female coaches including Professional Ski Instructor Association
National Alpine Team member and 1984 Olympic Gold medalist, Deb Armstrong and 3-time Olympian,
Caroline Lalive. This specialty camp is for women only, with an emphasis on camaraderie and skill
improvement in a positive atmosphere that maximizes learning. All programs include breakfast at Stoker
on Day I, lunch at Hazie’s daily, First Tracks on Day II & III, technical equipment session on Day I, and
culminate with a social cocktail gathering on the last day of the program. Also enjoy a variety of special
deals and gifts as participants! For intermediate and above skiers, levels 5-8. Seminar times are: 8:00am3:00pm on Dec. 14-16, Jan. 11-13, Feb. 8-10 & March 1-3.
FIRST TRACKS
(Levels 6-8)
Whether it’s a sunny day, or one with heaps of Steamboat’s Champagne Powder® snow, you’ll be the first
to enjoy the mountain! Ride the Gondola at 8:00 a.m. where instructors guide you through Steamboat’s
famous Priest Creek area for some fabulous runs before anyone else. Cost is $50/person Advanced/$59
Regular (limit 5/group) and runs from 8:00-9:30am. First Tracks is intended for 1st grade and up, with
those 12 & under being accompanied by paid adult. Reservations recommended.
MAVERICKS
FREESTYLE
PARK & PIPE
Skiers and Riders, levels 6-8, learn the latest jumps, spins and coolest tricks in Steamboat’s Mavericks
Superpipe and Terrain Park. Get coaching on proper terrain park technique and procedures in this fullday clinic from 9:00am-3:00pm. Meet at the Ski Area Base Tuesday and Thursday from Dec. 21, 2010March 24, 2011. For 1st grade to adult. Cost is $125 Advanced Purchase/$139 Regular.
(Levels 6-8)
Helmets required
WOMEN’S CLUB
WEDNESDAYS
(Skier Levels 5-8)
FREE HEEL FRIDAYS
(All Levels)
Ski with the top female pros in the Steamboat Ski School. Women’s Club is designed for intermediate
and advanced female skiers who are looking to improve on the mountain. Emphasis is on individual
goals, improvement and camaraderie. Clinics are held Wednesday mornings 8am-12 pm from
December- March (excluding Dec. 29). Individual clinics are $89 Advanced Purchase/$99 Regular
Purchase; Three (3) pack of clinics is $198 Advanced Purchase/$219 Regular.
Come for a one-day tune up or all three full-day clinics during Free Heel Fridays. This program for adult
beginner, intermediate and advanced telemark skiers takes place every Friday morning from December
to March (except Dec. 31) and runs from 8am-12pm. Morning Clinic is $89 Advanced Purchase/$99
Regular Purchase and Three (3) pack of lessons are available for $198 Advanced/$219 Regular.
TEEN AND CHILDREN PROGRAMS: (800) 299-5017 or (970) 871-5375
Rough Rider lessons are available daily for kids and teens of all abilities, from 1st grade* through 15 years.
ROUGH RIDERS
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1 grade-15 years
The goal is to make sure your child has a fun mountain experience, while learning the necessary skills to
Skiers & Snowboarders
make skiing or snowboarding a lifelong sport. Wednesday is Vertical Challenge day! Thursday is Treasure
Hunt day! Friday is ECO day! All-Day lessons include lunch and cost $119 advanced purchase/$132 regular
purchase. Lift ticket and helmet required for all ages and all levels.
Children 1st Grade and older may ride a chair lift without an adult. ** Meeting time only-first 10-15 minutes are organization time.
DESPERADOS
SKI WEEKS
(1st grade-15 years)
Taking a Desperados Ski Week is the most exiting way to spend a vacation! Kids and Teens, from 1st grade
through 15 years enjoy a week of skiing or riding with the same instructor and group, allowing the
development of excellent skills and lifelong friends. For Skiers, the program is offered every Monday
through Friday, Dec. 20-Jan. 7 and Feb. 21-25 and March 14-25. These All-Day lessons include a Treasure
Hunt on Wednesday, and BBQ (weather permitting) & race* on Friday. All participants receive a Ski Week
pin and ball cap. Lunch is included everyday. Cost (includes 5-day clinic, lunches and merchandise prizes):
$540 advanced purchase/$595 regular purchase and program runs from 9:00**am to 2:45pm. Lift ticket
and helmet required for all ages and all levels.
* Race is NASTAR format for students at an intermediate level and above.
** Meeting time only-first 10-15 minutes are organization time.
TEEN CHALLENGE
Skier Levels 6-8
13-17 years
Steamboat has America’s top Teen Program for Skiers Level 6 - 8. This is a great way for your teen, ages
12-16, to meet new friends and refine skiing skills. Available during peak periods, Dec. 18-Jan. 7; Feb. 18205and March 12-25. Thursday is Vertical Challenge Day! All-Day Lessons include lunch. The instructors
make the difference in this program...their love for teaching this age group has gained this program a
reputation as the cool place to be for teens. Groups meet at 9:00am** and sessions run until 2:45pm. All
mountain lift ticket required for all ages and all levels. All-Day Clinic (w/lunch – 9:30** am-3pm) runs
$119 advanced purchase/$132 regular purchase.
NOTE: Teens Levels 1-5 may purchase regular Rough Rider Lessons, and they will be placed into groups with other children of similar age and ability.
**Meeting time only-first 10-15 minutes are organization time.
Note: Lift tickets need to be purchased separately and are not included in the above prices. Prices, programs and dates are subject to change without notice.
KIDS’ VACATION CENTER
800.299.5017 * 970.871.5375
Steamboat Shows Children That Ol’Man Winter Isn’t A Grouch--We cheer and inspire. We encourage and entertain. We become
your child’s biggest fan. And along the way we teach and they learn. Here in one of the premier kids’ facilities in the country, we
don’t teach skiing and snowboarding. We teach kids. That’s why we created a new purpose-built kids facility, called the Steamboat
Kids’ Vacation Center (KVC). And we designed the entire program around taking care of them,
in a safe, nurturing environment, every second they’re here.
Last winter, a renovated KVC opened to rave reviews and further solidified Steamboat’s position
as the #1 Family Resort in North America. Registration kiosks whisk young snow enthusiasts
into a kid-friendly, western-themed facility with the overall goal of expediting check-in, streamlining functionality, augmenting
security and delivering a fun family experience. In addition, a limited number of private vehicle drop-off spaces, located in the
heated, covered garage of One Steamboat Place, provide restricted, time-controlled, close-in slopeside access to the facility.
The completion of KVC highlights five years of family friendly upgrades to the resort including new family terrain, faster and more
comfortable chairlifts, expanded culinary options and remodeled restaurants including kid-specific cafeterias and menus, a new
beginner terrain park and high tech snowmaking.
Could your child be the next Billy Kidd, Travis Mayer, Caroline Lalive, Nelson Carmichael, Deb Armstrong or Shannon Dunn?
There’s no better place to start them on their way than through the Kids’ Vacation Center. The following lists programs for children
6 years old and younger through the resort’s dedicated children’s center.
Jackalopes Ski Weeks
5-6 years
Sundance Kids
4 years-Kindergarten
This program is designed for eager 5- to 6-year-olds that have the desire and stamina to ski five full-days with
new friends! The Jackalope Ski Week package includes five all-day clinics (Monday-Friday), a treasure hunt, a
race and race ribbon and a colorful Steamboat T-shirt. Participants are grouped by ability and remain with the
same instructor for the week.
This package includes a lift ticket good during clinic times and for one run at the end of each day’s session. All
Jackalopes will ride the chairlifts with an adult. For those interested in taking a day off mid-week, we
recommend the Sundance Kids program or three all-day clinics. Cost for the Jackalopes Ski Weeks is $595
Advanced Purchase, $655 Regular Purchase, and runs from 9am-2:45pm during the following times: Dec. 20Jan. 7, Feb 18-25, March 12-25, 2011.
Aspiring young skiers are provided with the best coaching and facilities. These skiers are provided with special
clinic areas and lifts at the beginning level, while using low kid-to-instructor ratios so special attention is given.
More advanced groups have access to all terrain. All-day goes from 9:00am-3:00pm (w/lunch): $136 (Advanced
Purchase) & $149 (Regular). Sundance Kids do not need lift tickets, but must provide their own equipment.
Mavericks
3 ½ -4 years
Whippersnappers
3-4 years
Buckaroos
2 ½ - 4 years
Kiddie Corral
6 months-6 years
Full-day group clinics for our younger skiers. Operates in a similar fashion to Sundance Kids, with smaller group
sizes, a little less ski time (two one-hour sessions) and a lot of fun! All Mavericks must be willing to ski and be
fully potty-trained. All-day (w/lunch) goes from 9:00am-3:00pm and cost $136 (Advanced Purchase) & $149
(Regular). Parents must provide equipment. No lift ticket required.
Whippersnapper participants enjoy one-hour private ski clinic which includes private lessons and rental: $175
(Advanced Purchase) & $189 (Regular Purchase). No lift ticket required.
Buckaroos participants enjoy all-day childcare and a one-hour private ski clinic. All-day-9:00am-3:00pm. Allday (includes private lessons & lunch): $265 (Regular Purchase) & $289 (Advanced Purchase). Ski equipment
included. No lift ticket required.
Professionals provide kids in this program with excellent childcare. Each childcare room provides ageappropriate activities and lots of fun. Full-day Kiddie Corral runs from 8:30am-4:00pm and includes lunch.
Parents must provide meals for children under 18 months old.
Full-day .......................................................$110 (Advanced Purchase) ...........$129 (Regular)
KIDS’ ADVENTURE CLUB AT NIGHT -NEW YEAR’S EVE
Join us on this special evening from 6:00pm–12:30am, Dec. 31st – New Years Eve! Children will enjoy a fun camp environment
with supervision, snacks, games, movies, and rest time, plus children may ride the Gondola, watch Torchlight parade and fireworks,
and become involved in a variety of activities. Reservations required by 4:30 p.m. on December 31st. Walk-in guests
accommodated on space available basis. Includes dinner/snacks. $75/child.
RESERVATIONS
Reservations are required for all Kids’ Vacation Center programs, 800-299-5017/970-871-5375. Reservations must be canceled or
rescheduled 48-hours before the scheduled time, to avoid a charge. Check-in opens daily at 8:15am. Expedite arrangements and
avoid lines by taking advantage of our direct purchase advance sales program. Advanced Purchase is 7+ days advanced purchase,
Regular Purchase is less than 7 days advanced purchase. Reservations are a must for all programs.
SEASON PROGRAMS
Saturdays
(All Levels)
This multi-week Saturday program maximizes learning for alpine, snowboard and telemark skiers/riders. Participants are grouped
by ability and lesson runs from 10:00am-3:00pm.
Session I (Dec. 4, 11, 18 & Jan. 8 & 15)
Session II (Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5, 19 & 26)
Five, all-day lessons Advanced Purchase ................................................................................................ $225
Five, all-day lessons Regular Price .......................................................................................................... $235
Note: There are no makeup days or refunds on multi-day seasonal programs, so please plan accordingly
Trail Busters
(Youth, 1st Grade-15)
This multi-week Saturday program for 1st graders to 15 year-olds maximizes learning whether skiing or snowboarding as well as
STARS adaptive lessons. Participants are grouped by ability, remain with the same instructor and lesson runs from 10:00am3:15pm. Program does not include lunch.
Session I (Dec. 4, 11, 18 & Jan. 8 & 15)
Note: Now offering tele beginner, intermediate and advanced, session II only. Lunch not included. Pizza pass available. There are no makeup days or refunds
on multi-day seasonal programs, so please plan accordingly
Mini Busters
(Kindergarten-ages 5 &
6)
This multi-week Saturday program for kindergarten through 5 & 6 year-olds maximizes learning little skiers. Participants are
grouped by ability, remain with the same instructor and lesson runs from 10:00am-3:15pm. Program does not include lunch or
snack.
Session I (Dec. 4, 11, 18 & Jan. 8 & 15)
Note: No lunch or snack included in this program. There are no makeup days or refunds on multi-day seasonal programs, so please plan accordingly
Little Toots
(3-½ to 5)
This multi-week program for 3-½ to 5-year-olds maximizes learning for little skiers over three weeks. Participants are grouped by
ability; remain with the same instructor.
Early Season Three-Week Program (Dec.1, 8 & 15)
Three, two-hour lessons (9:30am-11:45am or 12:45pm-3:00pm) Advanced Purchase.............................. $75
Three, two hour lessons(9:30am-11:45am or 12:45pm-3:00pm) Regular Purchase .................................. $90
Four-Week Wednesday Program (Jan. 5, 12, 26 & Feb. 2)
Four, all-day lessons (10:00am-3:00pm) Advanced Purchase ................................................................. $225
Four, all-day lessons (10:00am-3:00pm) Regular Price........................................................................... $235
Four-Week Thursday Program (Jan. 6, 13, 27 & Feb. 3)
Four, half-day Thursday lessons(9:30am-11:45am or 12:45pm-3:00pm) Advanced ............................... $100
Four, half-day Thursday lessons(9:30am-11:45am or 12:45pm-3:00pm) Regular................................... $125
Note: No lunch or snack provided. Pizza passes not available. There are no makeup days or refunds on multi-day seasonal programs, so please plan
accordingly
HELMETS
Helmets are strongly recommended as they may make a difference in reducing or preventing some (but not all) head injuries.
Steamboat encourages guests to educate themselves on the benefits and limitations of helmets. If you wear a helmet, make sure you
have the proper fit and that it has not been damaged. Remember that wearing a helmet does not make you invulnerable.
Steamboat requires helmets for all children and youth participants in Ski & Snowboard School Programs as well as all students
participating in freestyle terrain park programs, regardless of their age. The helmet use guidelines underscore Intrawest’s resortwide commitment to guest safety and have the support of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) and Canada West Ski Areas
Association (CWSAA).
NASTAR
NASTAR RACING-Steamboat operates one of the largest recreational race facilities in the world. These public races are open to all
ages and abilities. The Bashor Race Area offers daily NASTAR racing from 10:30am until 12:30pm from Dec. 12 through April 7,
2010. Cost: Daily Pass (unlimited runs all day) is $10/day and Season Pass (unlimited runs all season) is $199/season.
NASTAR TRAINING COURSE-The NASTAR dual race-training course is an excellent way to warm up for your race. Race in a ‘pro
race’ format and challenge your friends! A digital display shows your time up to the hundredth of a second at the finish. Discounted
multi-run cards available at the course. NASTAR training course is open daily from 9:30am until 3:30pm for $1 per run.
GROUP RACING-Private racing on your own course is offered by the Steamboat Race Department. Ski Clubs, families, schools, or
any group may book the NASTAR race venue for private group events. Combine this with a Bar-B-Q lunch at the finish line and
you’ll have a special Steamboat memory. Costs for a private group race opportunity start at $200 and may be booked through
Steamboat Group Sales (year-round) or directly through the Competition Services office (November through mid April).
ELITE TRAINING/ LANE SPACE-Steamboat offers lane space for team training. Lane space is available upon request for visiting
racers to hone their skills on FIS homologated venues for two hour sessions of GS or SL. This space will be sectioned off from the
public skiing for teams to set and manage their own courses. Some restrictions apply and arrangements for this service can be
secured through the Competition Services office (November through mid April). Pricing for lane space starts at $200/ session.
SKIING & SNOWBOARDING ABILITY LEVELS
Snowboarding
BEGINNER
You have never skied before.
Level 1 You have never snowboarded before.
You have spent a few hours on the slope and can
You can side slip on toe or heel, sliding to the left and to
Level 2
ski in a cautious wedge.
the right.
You are able to slide left and right in control on both
You can make round turns on gentle green
Level 3 edges and complete an independent heel and toe turn on
terrain.
gentle green terrain.
INTERMEDIATE
You can link turns with speed control and bring
You are able to complete a linked toe and heel turn on
skis together parallel at the end of the turn on
Level 4
gentle green terrain and looking toward easy blue runs.
green and the easiest of blue runs.
You are confident on green and easy blue runs.
You are able to complete linked turns on toe and heel side
You ski mostly parallel but may wedge or step to Level 5
on green and blue runs.
start the turns
You use a parallel stance on smooth blue runs
and would like to improve your parallel turn on
You are able to complete link turns with minimal traverse
Level 6
more challenging terrain, including easy bumps
comfortably on all blue terrain and easy black runs.
and groomed black runs
ADVANCED
You ski with controlled parallel turns,
maintaining rhythm and speed control on
You are able to link turns with rhythm and flow on
Level 7
groomed black runs and apply your technique on
difficult blue and most black runs.
a wide variety of terrain and snow conditions.
Join your instructor to make turns of any kind, anywhere,
You ski with good technique on all terrain and
Level 8 anytime all over the mountain and in all snow conditions,
snow conditions, using carved short radius turns.
taking your riding to the highest level.
Skiing
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Level 7
Level 8
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STARS OPENS MOUNTAIN
WORLD TO ADAPTIVE SKIERS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Steamboat has teamed up with Steamboat Training Adaptive
Recreational Sports (STARS) to open the world of the outdoor mountain environment to adaptive and special needs participants
for more than three decades.
“Since 1976 specially trained and adaptive certified instructors have
hosted wounded military members, children with special needs and
visually impaired individuals,” said Jim Schneider, vice president of
skier services and president of the STARS board of directors.
“When you see all the smiles at the end of the day, you realize the
impact this wonderful sport has on people’s lives and the outdoor
world it opens for many.”
Last season Steamboat introduced a new STARS facility, adjacent to
the Gondola Building with slope-level access to the base area and a
convenient distance to the handicap accessible entrance to the
gondola. The building is the one-stop location for adaptive athletes
including lesson information, check-in and equipment rental.
As part of Steamboat’s Adaptive program, the resort continues to explore ways to create an enhanced experience for adaptive
snow enthusiasts. Steamboat installed an ADA gondola cabin, purchased a wheelchair accessible shuttle and improved ramps,
curbs and access through the base area. The resort also features a staff of highly educated and dedicated employees, state-ofthe-art adaptive equipment, efforts with outside organizations and events of all sizes from World Cups to the annual Vertical
Express for MS to the Steamboat All-Mountain Adaptive Ski Camps.
In addition to the STARS program and in an effort to stay at the forefront of adaptive guest service and ensure guests have the
best possible experience, several resort departments undergo an extensive training program specifically designed around
adaptive guests. Steamboat Springs’ resident, Craig Kennedy of CK Consulting/Access Anything delivers the latest techniques
and provides extensive information on adaptive guests’ needs, requirements and expectations.
STEAMBOAT TRAINING ADAPTIVE RECREATIONAL SPORTS (STARS)
STeamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports ‘STARS’ provides recreational opportunities for people with disabilities, resulting in
empowering and enriching the quality of life for its participants. Steamboat Ski Resort and STARS –work together to grow this
inspiring program through a staff of highly educated and dedicated employees and volunteers, state-of-the-art adaptive
equipment, efforts with outside organizations and by hosting events of all sizes from the annual Vertical Express for MS to the
Steamboat All-Mountain Adaptive Ski Camps.
A 501c3 non-profit organization, Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports STARS was founded in 2006 and operates the
Adaptive SnowSports Programs at the Steamboat Ski Area. The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation, under an operating
agreement with STARS, handles all reservations for STARS lesson programs.
Although currently focused on adaptive skiing, STARS also expects to expand its winter opportunities to include snowmobiling
and sled hockey and offer year-round recreation opportunities such as mountain biking, tennis, horseback riding and fishing in
the coming years.
For more information on STARS, visit www.steamboatstars.com. In addition, frequently asked questions and additional
information may be obtained from this site
ADAPTIVE LESSONS & PROGRAMS
Adaptive Private Lessons
(For Special Needs Skiers / Riders, All Levels)
Qualified professionals are available to teach adaptive guests. Lessons are available by reservation only and advanced booking
is required. Equipment and special lift ticket available during lesson only. Reservations required.
Advanced Purchase
Regular
3 Hour Adaptive Private Lesson (9am-Noon or 12:30–3:30pm) .......................... $105......................... $120
5 Hour Adaptive Private Lesson (10am-3pm) .................................................... $175......................... $200
7 Hour Adaptive Private Lesson (9am–4pm) .................................................... $245......................... $280
Adaptive Inclusion Program
(For Special Needs Skiers Level 4 and above)
Steamboat’s Inclusion Program allows special needs children, age’s first grade-15, to join regular group lessons with a specially
trained instructor. We then work with the child’s parent or guardian to determine whether the child is ready to participate in a
group lesson format, or remain with our private program as described above. Must call for reservations in a private lesson first.
Lift Tickets/Adaptive Season Pass: Lift tickets for Adaptive Skiers are available as well as Companion tickets if adaptive
assistant is necessary. For those who ski/ride frequently, the Steamboat offers an Adaptive Adult Season Pass for $250.
Lift Line Privileges Permission to go to the front of the lift line is extended to disabled individuals that have difficulty standing
for extended periods and those whose adaptive equipment makes it difficult to navigate the maze. This specifically includes
above the knee amputees and below the knee if skiing with one ski, individuals using a mono-ski, bi-ski or sit-ski sled, as well
as four-track skiers with two skis and two outriggers. All sit-ski sleds must be equipped with standard evacuation systemsstraps, hooks, etc.-and may be subject to inspection at the base of each lift. Upon arrival at the base of the lift, please let the lift
operators know the type of assistance you may need for loading and unloading or any other special preferences.
Note: All prices, programs and times subject to change without notice.
ADAPTIVE FACILITIES & SERVICES
Parking & Mountain Access - The most accessible parking for Adaptive Skiers and Snowboarders is in the Gondola Square
Parking Garage, located between the Steamboat Grand and Sheraton Hotels. Resort parking attendants will direct you to the
most convenient parking space. Access the Ticket Office, Ski & Snowboard School and slopes is possible by using a series of
ramps in Gondola Plaza or navigating through One Steamboat Place’s plaza. All parking is FREE for adaptive guests.
Restrooms - Restrooms are conveniently located around the Base Area as well as on the mountain.
Base Area - Ground level of Gondola Building, next to Kids’ Vacation Center and 2nd level behind Edgeworks.
Thunderhead Facility at the top of the Gondola-1st level next to the Stoker Bar. These are accessed from the front of the
building, and in through the main doors. If desired, please ask the lift operators for assistance and a representative will
happily assist you through the inside of the building to the restrooms.
Rendezvous Saddle-West side, bridge into "loft" level of building. Restrooms are on the immediate left upon entering,
accessed from the South Peak lift.
Four Points Hut-Access the restrooms inside on the main level by way of a ramp.
Wheelchairs - Wheelchairs are available to assist you in accessing the facilities on the mountain. For your convenience, a
wheelchair is located at each of the four locations below. Please have your Companion Skier obtain the chair or ask for
assistance when you arrive.
Base of the Gondola in the loading and unloading area.
Top of the Gondola and Thunderhead chairlift in the loading and unloading area.
Four Points Hut, behind the food service counter.
Rendezvous Saddle facility on the top floor, accessed from South Peak Lift. Cross the bridge and you’ll find a wheelchair just
inside the door to the left.
ADAPTIVE GONDOLA CABIN
The resort utilizes a cabin to its gondola that is like no other. Cabin No. 129 was built specifically to be
more convenient for adaptive skiers, particularly wheelchair users. The cabin means that wheelchair users
can roll through the gondola line to board the special cabin for the trip to Thunderhead for the scenery or
for a meal. The ADA cabin opens up to 32.7 inches instead of the regular gondola door openings of 24.4
inches. The cabin itself is larger and both of the bench seats flip up, allowing enough room for a
wheelchair to turn around inside. If the wheelchair guest is traveling with an able bodied person that
person may easily sit down on one of the benches while still allowing plenty of room for the wheelchair. Also, the door opening
mechanism of the ADA cabin is in the roof (as opposed to the floor), which allows more room overall. CWA of Switzerland
(the same company that built the original eight-passenger cabins) built the new cabin at a cost of $32,000.
TRANSPORTATION
Resort Transportation- The resort features a 25-passenger El Dorado National Aerotech wheelchair accessible shuttle from its
remote parking lot, the Meadows. The shuttle features a Braun fully automatic wheelchair lift, double wheelchair lift doors;
passenger foldaway seats over wheelchair positions and enhanced interior and exterior lighting.
Local Transportation-Steamboat Springs Transit (SST) is the public transportation system for Steamboat. SST provides
service for both fixed route and para-transit service. The fixed route serves much of the downtown area, the Ski Area base and
many of the adjacent condominiums. Please call for the closest stop and service times. The para-transit service is available upon
request for those who qualify. This service provides curb-to-curb service to any location within the city limits. Next day
advanced request is required for this service. There is no charge for this service, as all SST buses that provide service within the
city limits of Steamboat Springs are free. 970-879-3717.
ADAPTIVE EVENTS
6th Annual Steamboat All Mountain Adaptive Ski Camp-January TBA
This event combines instructor and volunteer training, adaptive ski clinics, and a backcountry powder cat trip for men and
women with disabilities. With significant interest last year, the camp is anticipating increased participating this year with around
20 disabled participants, including special guests. For intermediate to advanced skiers with physical disabilities. Must have
post-injury skiing experience. www.adaptiveadventures.org
Vertical Express for MS- February 27, 2011
One of the first Heuga Snow Expresses was held right here in Steamboat Springs in 1986, raising $25,000 for United Way and
starting a tradition that has become a major force at resorts across the country. This annual race raises more than $50,000 for
the Jimmie Heuga Center benefiting patients of multiple sclerosis. Billy Kidd is always on hand to support his 1964 Olympic
teammate, Jimmie Heuga, who died earlier in the spring of 2010, in this very worthwhile cause. Come help the fight against
multiple sclerosis with Billy Kidd and Steamboat.
MISCELLANEOUS
Billy Kidd-Steamboat’s Director of Skiing: Olympic medalist and world champion, Billy Kidd has been involved extensively
with numerous adaptive and specialized organizations including the Special Olympics where he served as Head Ski Coach for
Special Olympics International; hosted the 1st International Winter Special Olympics in Steamboat; aggressively fundraises for
the Jimmie Heuga Center as well as donates personalized instruction to adaptive athletes on the slopes of Steamboat. Kidd had
never been one to seek out the spotlight for his charitable efforts, but rather let’s his actions speak for themselves.
1st International Winter Special Olympics: The 1st International Winter Special Olympics were held on Headwall during
February 1977. The event brought athletes from around the world together for four days of competition. Special guests included
Olympic Gold Medalist Bruce Jenner; Colorado Governor Richard Lamm, Ethel Kennedy, Eunice Shriver and Steamboat's
Director of Skiing, Billy Kidd. In addition, Kidd played host at Steamboat to the first ever Jimmie Heuga Express for MS back
in 1986, starting a tradition that has spread to resorts across the country.
Horizons Specialized Services: The Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School annually provides complimentary lift tickets for
participants and volunteers in the Horizons program in Steamboat Springs. This past season, roughly $50,000 worth of lift
tickets and instructor hours was donated to this organization. Horizons Specialized Services (Horizons) was created in 1975 to
provide services to persons with developmental disabilities in five northwest Colorado counties (Grand, Jackson, Moffat, Rio
Blanco and Routt). The administration office for Horizons is located in Steamboat Springs. Residential services to adults are
primarily located in Routt and Moffat Counties. Services to families are primarily home-based in Grand and Jackson Counties.
Disabled World Cup: The best in the business including Olympic, World and National champions stopped in Steamboat for
the Disabled World Cup in January 2005. More than 80 athletes and 40 coaches and support technicians attended the event,
including 16 members of the U.S. Disabled Alpine Team. Members of the 2005 U.S. Team include winners of six World Cup
titles and eight gold medals at 2004 World Championships. In addition to the U.S. Ski Team, the competition attracted
competitors from as far away as Austria, France, Germany and Australia. The competition took place a short distance from the
base area on Sitz/See Me trails the first two days followed by two days at historic Howelsen Hill in downtown Steamboat.
STEAMBOAT CENTRAL RESERVATIONS®
800-922-2722, STEAMBOAT.COM
The full service reservation headquarters for lodging, air, ground transportation, lift tickets, Ski & Snowboard School,
equipment rentals and dining, Steamboat Central Reservations has the most complete information on Adaptive/ADA lodging in
Steamboat, including condominiums, hotels and private homes for travelers with disabilities.
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A WHOLE NEW
DINING ALTITUDE
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Dining in Steamboat is more than just a meal, it’s an experience at a
whole new altitude. Between the inventive dishes that grace the menus and the innovative environmental practices sweeping the
resort, enjoying a meal in Ski Town, U.S.A.® is an unforgettable culinary adventure.
“We are very selective of the products, both in terms of quality and origin, served at all the mountain resort restaurants,” said
Liz Wahl, Steamboat’s food and beverage director. “Utilizing local and sustainable ingredients and purchasing from nearby
outlets allows us to minimize environmental impacts while serving the highest quality and most unique meals to our guests.”
This year, the resort’s flagship restaurants will feature a variety of local specialties including Bison Carpaccio, Buffalo Steaks,
Natural Beef Burgers, Rocky Mountain Trout and an assortment of Colorado-grown vegetables. Menus utilizes several local
and Colorado companies for sustainable, organic and farm-to-table products including Sweetwood and River Ranches, Grant
Family Farms, Haystack Goat Cheese, Wingtime Sauce, Dean Martin Asian Sauce, Colorado-made gelato and vegetables from
micro-greenhouse in Ft. Collins and Denver, Colorado.
During the 2009 summer, Steamboat implemented a comprehensive Zero Waste Initiative with the goal of producing zero waste
across all Food & Beverage outlets. The program focuses on a pilot composting program for all organic material and paper
products; recycling across all F&B outlets; reusing products/resources; reducing and/or bulk purchasing with end in mind; use
of Free Trade, Organic coffee, all natural milk and organic ingredients; and eco-conversion of appliances to Energy Star
standard. The inaugural year proved highly successful with a 62% reduction of landfill waste from resort restaurants.
Beyond the good feeling of helping protect the environment are the great tastes you’ll experience in Ski, Town USA. New this
year to the base area is the Terrace and Umbrella Bar at Bear River Bar & Grill complete with additional seating, a fire pit and
full food service. The Terrace will also be home to the new European inspired Umbrella Bar, a four season facility with dining
and bar service. It will be the place to gather slopeside and watch friends and family on the mountain, or recount the day’s
events at Après-ski.
No visit to Steamboat is complete without a ride on the Steamboat Gondola to a special treat at Hazie's; Ragnar's with awardwinning continental cuisine and wines, or the mountain-top Western family experience of the Western BBQ, all enhanced by
spectacular views of the Yampa Valley below.
EVENING MOUNTAINTOP DINING: 970-871-5150 or www.steamboat.com/dining
All the ingredients for an exceptional evening come together at Hazie's, one of USA Today’s top ten mountaintop restaurants.
Elegance and atmosphere combine to make this a dinner you’ll always remember. This high alpine bistro, named for Hazie
Werner, mother of three Olympians, offers the perfect setting to savor a special three-course dinner while enjoying the
sparkling lights of the Yampa Valley below. Reservations required, not recommended for children 5 & under.
Regular Season .................................................................................. $49 for adults/teens; $29 for youth (6-12)
Experience the quintessential Colorado evening. Let the Steamboat Gondola whisk you to a waiting sleigh that draws you
underneath starry skies to Ragnar’s. Enjoy a five-course continental cuisine dinner with a Scandinavian flavor offering
premium meats, fresh seafood and homemade soups. Reservations required, not recommended for children 5 & under.
Regular Season .................................................................................. $69 for adults/teens; $39 for youth (6-12)
If you’re into a lively, fun-filled evening, the Western BBQ features live country western music and dancing at the Top of the
Gondola. Great Family fun! Reservations required.
Regular Season .................................................................................. $39-adults; $29-teens (13-17); $19-youth (6-12); FREE (5 & under)
Holiday
Specials
Celebrate the holidays with friends and family high atop Mt. Werner at Hazie’s, Ragnar’s or the Western BBQ. Upload the
Steamboat Gondola to enjoy a special menu specifically designed to complement Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s
Eve & Valentine’s Day Holidays. For reservations for one of the Holiday Specials, 970-871-5150. Pricing below is for adult,
teen (13-17); youth (6-12) and children 5 and under.
Hazie’s
Ragnar’s
Western BBQ
Christmas & Christmas Eve ....................$69/$69/$39/$15 ................... $89/$89/$59/$20............. $39/$29/$19/Free
New Year’s Eve ....................................$125/$125/$65/$45 ............... $150/$150/$75/$50 ........... $75/$55/$42/Free
Valentine’s Day.......................................$69/$69/$39/$15 ................... $89/$89/$59/$20............. $39/$29/$19/Free
Above prices do not include tax and gratuity, except for New Year’s Eve. All prices subject to change without notice.
STEAMBOAT GRAND: 970-871-5500, www.steamboatgrand.com
The Cabin, located in the Steamboat Grand, is a quality driven gastronomic experience where
intense attention to detail and extreme culinary passion is applied to every delicious dish. Under the
direction of Executive Chef, Erik Hyslop, the culinary team’s explosive paring of the freshest,
organic, natural, free-range and local ingredients from area farmers and ranchers inspire seasonal menus which bring a rainbow of
color and more importantly tantalizing flavors to every plate. A difference you can taste in every bite. The Cabin is truly an adventure
in subtlety designed to entice your taste buds on a number of distinct levels. A Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipent, The
Cabin combines a diverse selection of distinctive, world-influenced wines with an array of exclusive spirits and signature beers sure to
complement any palate. Reservations are a must!
STEAMBOAT GRAND: 970-871-5500, www.steamboatgrand.com
This Western-themed mountain bar and grill is filled with cowboy paraphernalia, including a number of chaps.
Serving hearty food and drink, guests and locals alike gather here après-ski and in the afternoons and evenings to
enjoy a fun loving, relaxing time. The menu features a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, burgers and pizzas,
coupled with a full bar featuring Colorado and imported bottled beers, six beers on tap and wines by the glass. Live
entertainment is featured 4-7pm every Wednesday through Sunday.
THUNDERHEAD: Enjoy breakfast and lunch at the top of the Steamboat Gondola. 9,080’.
Breakfast @ Get a jump on the day with breakfast at the top of the gondola. This al-a-carte breakfast, featuring breakfast
burritos, signature Storm Peak waffles and southwestern omelets, is served starting at 8:30am. Lift ticket required.
Stoker
On the 3rd floor of the upper gondola terminal, the Thunderhead Food Court offers a variety of lunch choices
including: healthy entrees, salad bar, burgers, pizza & snacks. Open from 10:30am to 2:30pm. The Sundeck BBQ
offers expansive outdoor seating and breathtaking views. Prices range from $3-$15.
Quick, table-service lunch in a relaxed atmosphere, located on the first floor of Thunderhead. The Stoker offers a
variety of specialty hot drinks, numerous tap and bottled beers, wine or soft drinks to accompany your lunch
overlooking the Yampa Valley. Open daily, 10:00am to 3:30pm. Lunch served 11:30-2:30pm.
Featuring American cuisine, an extensive wine list and an unparalleled view, Hazie’s is open daily for a light,
casual lunch. The freshest ingredients available go into our menus, daily chef specials, delectable desserts and
children's menu. One of Steamboat’s finest lunch destinations; table service daily from 11:30am to 2:30pm. Nonskiers may also enjoy this experience by riding the Steamboat Gondola. Entrees range from $5 to $15.
Reservations recommended.
Hazie’s
Brunch
Steamboat’s popular summer mountaintop brunch experience provided the perfect way to usher in the Christmas
holiday with the family on December 25th. Enjoy a ride up the gondola for an all-you-can-eat holiday brunch at
Hazie’s overlooking the beautiful Yampa Valley.
Christmas.................................................. $39/$39/$21/Free
RENDEZVOUS SADDLE: Lunch In The Saddle Of High Noon Trail, 9,325’.
Enjoy a gourmet lunch with a Scandinavian flair in an atmosphere reminiscent of the Norwegian culture that helped
establish skiing in Steamboat in the early 1900s. Ragnar’s is one of Steamboat’s finest on-mountain restaurants
featuring pastas, seafood, game and beef specials. Open from 11:30am to 2:15pm. Entrees range from $5 to $15.
Reservations recommended.
Located halfway down High Noon, the Rendezvous Saddle offers two floors of lunch choices. The upper loft level
features Mexican specialties and pizza, while the main level has pasta, stews, salad bar, sandwiches, soups, burgers
and potato bar. The Sundeck BBQ has outdoor dining. Prices range from $3 to $10. Rendezvous is open from
9:15am to 3:30pm, lunch served from 10:30am to 2:30pm. Sundeck, 11:30am to 2:00pm, weather permitting.
Daily
Guided
Gourmet
Snowshoe
Lunch
Imagine a fun, informative and invigorating snowshoe tour with incredible views of Mt. Werner, culminating in a
delectable gourmet lunch. Daily tours in the winter. Reservations are required 24-hours in advance, 970-879-0740
or 871-5191. Price includes gondola ride, Ambassador guide, lunch, glass of wine, tax and gratuity.
Hazie’s Tour (Tuesday-Sunday) ..................................$55............................... 1.0 mile
Ragnar’s Tour (Monday)..............................................$55...............................2.0 miles
FOUR POINTS: At The Top Of The Four Points Lift, 9,716’
Located atop the Four Points Lift on Storm Peak, Four Points Hut is the ideal place for a quick stop to warm up with
chili, soup, hot dogs, cold drinks, draft beer, cappuccino and snacks from 9:15am to 3:30pm. If it’s one of those
beautiful Colorado bluebird days, then sit back and enjoy the outdoor BBQ with a view as far as the eye can see.
SIGNATURE WINE DINNERS: www.steamboat.com
Throughout the year, the resort hosts the finest winemakers from across the country. Upload the Steamboat Gondola
Special Wine to enjoy a special menu specifically designed to compliment the fine wines from vineyards such as KendallMakers
Jackson, Robert Mondavi, Beringer, Jordan & Frog’s Leap. For reservations, scheduled dates & info, contact 970Dinners
871-5150.
GONDOLA SQUARE: The Heart of the Steamboat Base Area, 6,900’
Gondola Joe’s, the hottest bistro in Gondola Square, offers pipin’ hot cappuccino, latte, espresso, coffee, ice coffee
drinks, hot cocoa, frozen yogurt & ice cream, baked goods, breakfast burritos and sandwiches, soups, custom-built
sandwiches, chili, smoothies, soft drinks including the full line of Coca Cola products and so much more. Gondola
Joe’s features Starbucks Coffee products and is open daily at 7:30am. There’s no closer place to fuel up before
heading up the Steamboat Gondola.
Geano’s provided the perfect complement to Gondola Joe’s, serving free-trade organic coffee, organic soups, Italian
deli delights, fresh baked pastries, fresh baked hot cookies, all natural Gelato and soft drinks including the full line
of Coca Cola products and so much more. New for this winter, Geano’s will be serving up hot, fast and fresh pizza
(whole pie or by slice). Geano’s is open daily at 8:00am
The Bear River Bar & Grill is the ideal place for lunch or après-ski relaxing. In the heart of Gondola Square, The
Bear features indoor and outdoor seating, including nearly 6,000-sq. ft. patio deck overlooking the base area. Finish
each day on the mountain with happy hour specials as well as enjoy live après-ski music throughout the season.
Terrace &
Umbrella Bar
Opening this season is the new Terrace and Umbrella Bar, just off the Bear River Bar & Grill. The Umbrella Bar is
an enclosed dining and bar area with windows providing the best view of the slopes, during warm weather in the
spring, the sides open up for fresh air. An expanded Terrace will offer full dining from the Bear River as well as a
fire pit for keeping toasty warm.
RESTAURANTS/ENTERTAINMENT AROUND THE YAMPA VALLEY::
CONTINENTAL
INTERNATIONAL
3 Saddles Bar & Grill
bistro c.v.
Café Diva
Catamount Lake House
Chaps
Chocolate Soup
Drunken Onion
Hazie’s
Sevens
Sweetwater – NEW
STEAK/SEAFOOD
8th Street Steakhouse
Old West Steak House
Ore House at the Pine Grove
Steamboat Meat & Seafood
Three Peaks Grill
Bella’s Wine Bar
Bombay Grill
The Cabin
Epicurean
Harwig’s
Kyteler’s Irish Pub (coming)
L’Apogee
Mahogany Ridge
Ragnar’s
Truffle Pig – NEW
ITALIAN
ASIAN /PACIFIC/SUSHI
Ciao Gelato - NEW
Cugino’s
Geano’s
Giovanni’s Ristorante
Mambo Italiano
Mazzola’s
Pisa’s Pizza & Pasta
Riggio’s
Canton
Chelsea’s (Oak Creek)
Cottonwood Grill
Noodles & More
Panda Garden
Saketumi
Sambi Café – NEW
Sposta – NEW
www.steamboat-dining.com
COFFEE HOUSES/BAKERIES
Amante Coffee
Bagel Works
Blue Sage Bakery
The Buzz
Chocolate Soup
Colorado Bagel Co.
Freshies
Geano’s
Gondola Joe’s
Lil’ House
MEXICAN/SOUTHWESTERN
Azteca
Cantina
Fiesta Jalisco
Qdoba
La Montana
Rio Grande
Taco Bell
Tequilas
DELI’S
Backcountry Provisions
Bagel Works
Bamboo Market
City Market
Colorado Bagel Co.
Fortune’s (Oak Creek)
Geano’s
AMERICAN
Gondola Joe’s
Healthy Solutions
Market on the Mountain
Quizno’s
Safeway
Steamboat Seafood Co.
Subway
BREWERY & SPIRITS
Antler’s Café (Yampa)-N
NEW
Bear River Bar & Grill
Beau Jo’s Mountain Pizza
Big House Burgers
Blue Sage Pizza
Boathouse Pub
Brooklynn’s Pizzeria
Catamount Golf Club
City Cafe
Cold Stone Creamery
Creekside Café & Grill
Dinty Moore's (Oak Creek)
Domino’s
Double Z BBQ
Egg & I
Four Points Hut
Freshies
Ghost Ranch Saloon
Glen Eden Tavern
Gondola Pub & Grill
Hahn’s Peak Cafe
Johnny B. Good's Diner
KFC
Lil’ House
Mountain Mama’s
McDonalds
Old Town Pub
Penny’s Dinner (Yampa)
Pizza Hut
Rex’s American Grill
Routt County Roadhouse – NEW
Shack Cafe
Sharon’s at Pisa’s
Slopeside Grill
Snowbird Restaurant
Soda Creek Pizza
Steamboat Smokehouse
Steamboat Snowmobile Tours
Stoker Bar & Grill
Starbucks
Staxx at Haymaker
Sunpie’s Bistro
Sweet Pea Café - NEW
Tap House Sports Grill
Tugboat Saloon & Eatery
Wendy’s
Winona’s
Umbrella Bar @ Bear River - NEW
LIVE MUSIC
Bear River
Boathouse Pub
Cantina
Chaps
Mug Shot (Oak Creek)
Off the Beaten Path
Spill the Beans
Starbucks
Steaming Bean
The Lift
Winona’s
Zoom
Ghost Ranch Saloon
Mahogany Ridge
Old Town Pub
Rex’s
7th Street Liquors
Artic Liquors
Cellar Liquors
Central Park Liquor
Mahogany Ridge Brewery
Ski Haus Liquor
Pioneer Spirits
Southside Liquors
Steamboat Discount Liquor
West End Liquor
WESTERN/SLEIGH RIDE
Slopeside
Smokehouse
Sweetwater
Tugboat
Bar Lazy L
Dutch Creek
Elk River
Home Ranch
Ragnar’s
Saddleback Ranch
Sunset Ranch
Vista Verde
Western BBQ
Windwalker
YAMPA VALLEY CULINARY CREATORS: There’s more to this cow town than just baked beans and cowboy coffee! These are
but a few of the renowned Yampa Valley chefs that have carved out unique tastes, taking Steamboat’s culinary palate to new heights
daily.
Wyant came to Steamboat from Snowshoe Mountain
Resort in West Virginia, where he served as food and
beverage director. From 2003 to 2005, he held the
executive chef and food & beverage director position
with the Steamboat Grand. Prior to joining The Grand,
he held numerous positions with Keystone Resort
including executive chef of The Outpost, Alpenglow
Stube, the Der Fondue Chessel, and the Timber Ridge
Café; Chef de Cuisine of Alpenglow Stube; Sous Chef
of Der Fondue Chessel Restaurant; as well as held
numerous culinary positions at Keystone’s Conference
Center, IdaBelles, and the Edgewater Café.
A graduate of the Culinary Arts Institute of Seattle,
Erik Hyslop, has held the executive chef position
with the Steamboat Grand since 2009, where he has
cultivated a diverse menu that utilizes the freshest
ingredients focused on organic, natural and local
fare. Before returning to the Grand, Hyslop served as
chef de cuisine for Isabel Pearl, a standout in the
heart of the Pearl District in Portland, Oregon,
known for food, culture and architecture. He has
held the sous chef and chef of restaurants with the
Steamboat Grand overseeing all culinary aspects
across the property. In addition, Hyslop held
numerous positions with some of Seattle’s best
culinary establishments including the Troiani and
Hotel Vintage Park’s Tulio restaurant.
MICHAEL
FRAGOLA
Cottonwood
Grill
Originally from New York, Chef Michael Fragola
cultivated his appreciation for food over 27 years in the
culinary field. For a number of years he achieved
significant recognition (Bon Appetite & Gourmet) for
his cooking talents as the executive chef at La Montana
in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Chef Michael
Fragola is now co-owner and chef of the Cottonwood
Grill where the menu features vibrant Pacific Rim
Cuisine blending the finest in American and Asian
flavors.
After graduating from the French Culinary Institute
with the Jacques Pepin Award, Kate began her
culinary career with Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s
signature, four-star restaurant in Manhattan,
featuring French-Asian fusion. Promoted
immediately to Chef de Partie, she remained with
Jean-Georges for the next two years. After a year as
the executive chef at Hayday Country Market in
Westport CT, Kate returned to Steamboat and Café
Diva where she is currently is executive chef/owner.
Her exploding, succulent cuisine, complemented by
an extensive wine list has raised eyebrows with
critics and food connoisseurs across the globe.
DAVE
SYPERT
Giovanni’s
Owner and Chef Dave Sypert draws upon more than 20
years in the culinary industry as he delights guests at
Giovanni’s Ristorante, located in the historic Soda
Creek building in downtown Steamboat. Sypert’s
restaurant is reminiscent of Old World elegance, and
the food is traditional Northern Italian immersed in the
freshest ingredients with a strict attention to detail
accented by one of the finest Tuscan wine lists in the
valley. Sypert has worked for corporations such as
Brinker International, a recognized leader in casual
dining, TGI Fridays and locally, La Montana.
Executive Chef Ezra Duker joins the Truffle Pig
from the Urban Farmer at the Nines Hotel in
Portland and oversees the menu of seasonally
inspired cuisine. Chef Duker places an emphasis on
simple, straightforward preparation utilizing the very
best ingredients the Yampa Valley has to offer as
well as sourcing key items from the best places
around the globe. His vast array of culinary
experience includes Chef de Partie at the renowned
French Laundry, studying various styles of wine
production at The Napa Valley Reserve’s cellar and
knowledge of farm-to-table practices from the
progressive Noble Rot Wine Bar in Portland.
A 1985 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America,
Peter Lautner's culinary aspirations started in the heart
of New York City. As executive chef for Club 101 in
New York City and Reebok International Headquarters
in Boston, Lautner turned his passion for cuisine into a
19-year distinguished career. Lautner is now co-owner
and chef of the Cottonwood Grill where the menu
features vibrant Pacific Rim Cuisine blending the finest
in American and Asian flavors.
With an array of regional and national recognition
including several “Best of Philly” awards, Pauvert
has a culinary plate that spans 18 years mixing a
multitude of food disciplines with her truly personal
style. She started her foray with the Vietnamese
cooks at Knave of Hearts Restaurant followed with
Sechuan & Hunan at the New School in NYC.
Working with her husband, they owned and operated
several well-known eateries including: Pour Vous &
Charcuterie Française in Philadelphia, PA and now
The Epicurean in Steamboat.
Chef Ben Stroock, owner of the new Drunken Onion
Get & Go Kitchen, focuses on preparing take-away
dinners including meatloaf with mashed potatoes to
pork chops to apple-habanero chicken wings. With
more than 16 years in the industry, Stroock sharpened
his culinary skills across a number of Steamboat
restaurants including Market on the Mountain,
Steamboat Yacht Club, Old Town Pub and The Main
Dish. Before arriving in Steamboat Springs in 1993, he
attended culinary school in San Francisco.
Chef Dominick Riggio apprenticed with a European
master chef at the Grand Tier Restaurant in Lincoln
Center's Metropolitan Opera House, training in
classic French cuisine and technique. After working
in a variety of New York City’s top restaurants, he
accepted his first executive chef position with one of
New York's largest caterers. He opened Riggio's
Fine Italian Food in 1990, which still used many of
his custom recipes. Today, he spends his summers in
the kitchen at Staxx Restaurant at the public
Haymaker Golf Course.
CHRIS
WYANT
Executive Chef.
Steamboat
PETER
LAUTNER
Cottonwood
Grill
BEN
STROOCK
Drunken Onion
ERIK
HYSLOP
Executive Chef.
Steamboat
Grand
KATE
RENCH
Café Diva
ERZA
DUKER
Truffle Pig
REBECCA
PAUVERT
The Epicurean
DOMINICK
RIGGIO
Staxx
Top Hot Plates From Ski Town, U.S.A.®
Bistro C.V. ................................... Washington Coho Salmon~~Coho Salmon With Carnaroli Risotto, Japanese Radish, Grant Farms
Golden Beets And Parmesan Froth
The Cabin .................................... Colorado Lamb Shank~~Slow Braised Colorado Lamb Shank With Sweet Potato Gnocchi And
Parsley-Horseradish Gremolata And Balsamic Lamb Jus
The Cabin .................................... Filet Mignon~~8 Oz. Filet Mignon With Baby Asparagus And Porcini Dusted Fingerling Potatoes,
Gorgonzola Dolci And Veal Stock.
Café Diva ..................................... Niman Ranch Beef Tenderloin~~Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Asparagus, Cabernet-Veal DemiGlace Accent This Specialty
Cottonwood Grill ........................ Rice Paper Mahi Mahi ~~Fresh Mahi Mahi Steak Spread With Shrimp Kaffir Mousse, Wrapped
In A Delicate Rice Paper, Served Atop A Forbidden Black Thai Rice Cake, Asian Vegetable Stir
Fry And Finished With Red Curry Sause And Kaffir Infusion.
Epicurean..................................... Cassoublet Du Périgord~~Perigord Cassoulet With Duck Confit And Saucisson
Giovanni’s.................................... San Marino Boneless Breast Of Chicken~~Boneless Breast Of Chicken Stuffed With Spinach,
Fontina And Mozzarella Cheese, Lightly Breaded, Baked And Finished With A Mushroom,
Artichoke Cream Sauce, San Marino And Prosciutto Ham
Hazie’s.......................................... Macadamia Nut Encrusted Sea Bass~~Served On Bed Of Udon Noodles Tossed With Red
Peppers And Scallions In A Gingered Sake Sauce With Glazed Baby Carrots
Hazie’s.......................................... Grilled Tenderloin~~All Natural Colorado Beef Resting In A Port Wine Reduction, Topped With
Maytag Bleu Cheese, Accompanied By Scalloped Potatoes And Winter Vegetables
L’apogee....................................... Yampa Valley Lamb~~Grilled Yampa Valley Lamb Sirloin, Soft Chevré Polenta With Warm
Rosemary Vinaigrette
La Montana ................................. Camarones De La Montana~~Jumbo Shrimp Filled With Crabmeat, Jack Cheese, Pico De Gallo
Wrapped In Bacon And Baked; Then Topped With Jalapeño Hollandaise And Served With Corn
Flan And Tempura Asparagus
Mahogany Ridge ......................... Elk Osso Bucco~~Braised And Slow Cooked To Perfection Served Over A Brown Ale Risotto
Cake With Romesco And Porter Cream Sauces
Mambo Italiano........................... Frutti Di Mare~~Shrimp, Scallops, Clams And Mussels In Garlic Marinara Over Linguini
Ore House At Pine Grove........... Steak Ore House~~Filet Of Beef, Bacon Wrapped, With Crab Meat, And Béarnaise
Ragnar’s....................................... Pastry De Fjord~~Delicate Puff Pastry Topped With Shrimp, Sea Scallops, And Lobster Meat
Finished With A Rich Chardonnay And Mushroom Cream Sauce
Ragnar’s....................................... Pomegranate Duck Breast~~Marinated In Pomegranate Juice, Tender Pan Seared Duck Breast
Sliced And Served With Caramelized Onion Cherry Chutney And Spicy Walnuts
Riggio’s ........................................ Filetto Capriciosa~~Filet Mignon Of Beef Seasoned And Grilled, Topped With Herbed Goat
Cheese And Oven Roasted Tomato, Finished In A Garlic Studded Bardolino Demiglaze With
Tuscan Roasted Potatoes
Saketumi ...................................... Miles Of Smiles Specialty Roll~~Fried Coconut Panko Shrimp, Mango, Cream Cheese And
Cucumber Topped With A Honey Curry Glaze.
Three Peaks Grill ........................ Raw Bar~~Pacific & Atlantic Oysters And Littleneck Clams Taken From The World's Certified
Waters, Deftly Shucked And Presented Immediately With Traditional
itional Garnishes Over Rocksalt
Menu items subject to change without notice.
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MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
A MOUNTAINTOP OF AFFORDABLE &
COMPLIMENTARY ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Steamobat is built on the foundation of providing the best on-snow
experience around. In Ski Town, U.S.A.®, you’ll find a wealth of opportunities to explore the area through numerous FREE and
affordable mountain programs and activities, ranging from the chance to ski and snowboard with Olympians to guided tours.
“The resort constantly strives to create and improve programs that interest guests on a variety of levels, as well as stay up to day
with cutting-edge technology to get the most out of the mountain resort experience,” said Rob Perlman, senior vice presidentsales & marketing for Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “
COMPLIMENTARY TOURS, SERVICES & PROGRAMS:
Mountain Tours: Steamboat Ambassadors lead free mountain tours daily at 10:30am, starting outside the upper gondola
terminal at the top of Vagabond. Get a comprehensive tour of the intermediate and advanced trails with information about resort
services and the surrounding area. Tours are offered Dec. 13, 2010 through March 27, 2011.
Ski with Billy Kidd: Join Steamboat’s Director of Skiing, 1964 Olympic Silver Medalist and World Champion Billy Kidd, for
some free pointers and a run down Heavenly Daze. Check the sign at the top of the gondola to see if Billy is skiing today, and
join him in front of the BK sign at the top of Why Not at 1:00pm.
Nelson on Nelson’s: Nelson Carmichael, 1992 Olympic Bronze Medalist, 2-time World Cup Mogul Champion, 6-time US
National Mogul Champion and Professional Mogul Tour Champion, hosts a free mogul clinic on Nelson’s Run at 1:00pm on
select Sundays through the season. Check the grooming report to see if Nelson is skiing and meet at the Nelson's sign outside
the Four Points Hut.
Guided Nature Ski Tours: Join one of the naturalists from Yampatika's Education Partnership for a free ski tour and receive
interpretive information on the forest, mountain habitat and indigenous flora and fauna. Meet at the top of Why Not at 1:30pm
on Tuesday & Thursday. Tours run from December 16, 2010 through March 24, 2011.
Complimentary Beverages: End your day at Steamboat with a free cup of hot chocolate or hot cider in the base area!
Steamboat’s Ambassadors serve these refreshing beverages out of a chuck wagon replica from the 1880s.
Free Parking & Shuttles: Steamboat offers free off-site parking at the Knoll and Meadows parking lots from 7:00am-6:30pm.
In addition, free shuttle buses run continuously from the Meadows lot from November 24, 2010 to March 27, 2011, and then
Friday, Saturday & Sundays until April 10th.
Free Steamboat Springs Transit (SST): The City of Steamboat Springs offers a FREE comprehensive system of bus
transportation between the ski area, downtown, and most condominium, restaurant, grocery and entertainment locations.
Information and schedules may be obtained by calling 970-879-3717. In addition, several lodging properties provide regular
shuttle service. Check with the property you are staying with for schedules.
Kids/GrandKids Ski Free: Steamboat’s Kids/GrandKids Ski Free program, valid the entire season, enables children 6-12 years
of age to ski FREE the same number of days as their parents or grandparents when a parent or grandparent purchases a 5-ormore-day lift ticket. This offer is on a one-to-one basis, with one free child per paid adult.
Kids Rent Free: Kids Rent Free enables children 6-12 years of age to rent FREE the same number of days as their parents when
a parent purchases a 5-or-more-day rental. This offer is on a one-to-one basis, with one free child per paid adult.
Family Season Pass Program: For each parent or legal guardian purchasing an unrestricted Steamboat Adult Season Pass or
Rocky Mountain Pass, one child 12 or under in the same family will receive a free Season Pass.
Over-the-Hill Gang: A free daily program for skiers 50 and over who enjoy mellow cruising together from December 5, 2010
through March 27, 2011. The Over-the-Hill Gang meets at 9:00am.
Interdenominational Services: These free services are held at the Overlook at the base of the Tower trail, near the top of the
upper gondola terminal. Services are conducted on Sundays at 1:30pm and scheduled from mid-December through early April
SharpShooter: Remember your Steamboat vacation with portrait and action photography. SharpShooter Photographers
strategically situated in the best locations across the mountain. All photos taken free with no obligation to purchase. For more
information, 970.879.8190 or www.sharpshooterimaging.com
MOUNTAIN SERVICES & ACTIVITIES
Ambassador Program: Steamboat has a staff of skiing and snowboarding ambassadors on the mountain, in the Information
Center and Lost & Found, who offer free guided mountain tours, assistance with directions, activities, daily grooming
information, snowshoe tours, lost items, and general information about the Steamboat Ski Area and the town of Steamboat
Springs. When in doubt...seek them out and they're sure to help you.
Information Center: Located in the heart of the Gondola Square, the Information Center provides directions, daily grooming
sheets, daily activities, community happenings and general information, 8:00am-5:00pm. (970-871-5444)
Lost and Found: The Lost & Found Center is open daily 8:00am-11:00am and 12:00pm-5:00pm. Located on the ground floor
of the lower gondola building, the Lost & Found Center has been reuniting folks and their belongings since the late 1970s.
Snow Reports: Call 970-879-7300 for daily snow reports. The report is updated at 6:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am and 1:00pm;
listing weather, snow conditions and special events. Steamboat also features an online snow report entitled The Straight Talk
Snow Report at www.steamboat.com with daily updates on trails and conditions from an on-mountain eyewitness. Don’t forget
to check out the online mountain cam images updated every 5 minutes at www.steamboat.com to see for yourself what it’s like
in Steamboat.
Twitter Reports: Receive real-time updates on your mobile device or at your computer through Steamboat’s Twitter Feeds.
@SteamboatInfo provides updates on mountain conditions and weather reports, as well as trail/lift openings and closing.
@SkiSteamboat gives the inside scoop on what’s happening on the mountain and in the town of Steamboat Springs, including
events, concerts, happy hours and tweet-up specials. @SteamboatPR is the media connection to real-time updates on stories,
trends and announcements occurring at the ski resort.
Grooming Reports: This color map is produced every morning showing the trails that have been groomed overnight as well as
daily weather, snow conditions, when the superpipe is cut and whether or not Billy Kidd or Nelson Carmichael are skiing. The
flip side contains information about events and activities happening that week, including on-mountain restaurant information,
Ski & Snowboard School, Competition Services, Kids’ Vacation Center, and the Steamboat Grand. The grooming report is
available at the Information Center and several other locations on the mountain, including the base of the gondola, the main
ticket office and front desk of the Steamboat Grand Hotel.
Electronic Status Boards: Located at several points around the mountain, the electronic lift status boards inform skiers and
riders of operating lifts and approximate waiting times. Additionally, three electronic scrolling information boards keep you upto-date on events, happenings, temperatures and new snow.
Locker Rentals: The Ski Corral located next to the Ski & Snowboard School offers overnight equipment storage just steps away
from the Gondola entrance for $4 per night.
SNOWSHOE TOURS
Snowshoe Tours: With the increasing popularity of snowshoeing, Steamboat's Ambassadors offer guided snowshoe tours daily
at 1:00pm. This free tour offers breathtaking views of the Yampa Valley and the Flat Top Mountains. The tour departs from the
Information Center in Gondola Square and winds along a one-mile loop from the top of Steamboat gondola. Guests need to sign
up in advance by calling 970-871-5444, as space is limited. Snowshoe rentals are not included with the tour, but are available
from the Information Center in Gondola Square. Participants will need a lift ticket or season pass.
Guided Gourmet Snowshoe Tour: Join a Steamboat Ambassador for an informative and fun tour followed by a gourmet lunch.
Offered daily throughout the season. Tuesday- Sunday tours snowshoe the Vista Nature Trail, approximately 1 mile long, and
finish at Thunderhead with a delectable gourmet lunch and refreshing glass of wine at Hazie’s. On Mondays the tour treks
across the Duster Trail to the Rendezvous Lodge finishing with lunch and wine at Ragnar’s. Guided Gourmet Tours are $55 and
include gondola ride, snowshoes, guide, lunch, glass of wine, tax and gratuity. Tours are not recommended for children under
10. December 14, 2010- March 27, 2011.
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PROGRESSIVE TERRAIN PARKS PROVIDE
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES FOR ALL LEVELS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-With a freeriding spirit spanning several decades, Steamboat’s terrain
parks specialize in progressive features catering to a variety of skier and rider levels that allow freeriders to conquer the rails,
features and kickers in a comfortable environment.
“By offering progressive parks, park enthusiasts can learn the skills necessary to
enjoy terrain parks without feeling intimidated,” said Rob Perlman, senior vice
president of sales & marketing for Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “Smaller
parks like Lil’ Rodeo and Sunbeam help beginners get into the freeride
movement, with the goal of one day ripping it up in Mavericks.”
Mavericks, Steamboat's signature terrain park serviced exclusively by its own
chairlift, features terrain for advanced skiers and rider spread over 14 acres. The
cornerstone of the park is Mavericks Superpipe, a 500 ft long, 56 ft wide and 18
ft. walled beast with 22 ft. transitions, where a Mavericks specific sound system
pumps jams to amp up freeriders.
Steamboat Park & Pipe Facts
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1 Lesson ....................................1989/90
1st Halfpipe..................................1990/91
1st Terrain Park, Dude Ranch ......1993/94
Pipe Dragon Starts Grooming .....1995/96
Pipe Dragon Purchased ...............1997/98
Dunn Wins Olympic Medal ........1997/98
Mini-Mavs ..................................2001/02
CSCUSA Terrain Park Master ....2003/04
Park & Pipe Clinics.....................2006/07
Lil Rodeo Terrain Park ...............2009/10
Steamboat progressive parks also including Rabbit Ears Terrain Park, the intermediate park featuring mid-level jumps, rails and
features; Lil’ Rodeo Terrain Park with Mini-Mavs a 150 ft. long beginner halfpipe with eight foot walls perfect for novice pipe
riders; and, Sunbeam Terrain Park, a slopestyle course in the family friendly Sunshine Bowl area.
This winter, Mavericks, Rabbit Ears and Lil’ Rodeo terrain parks will feature 30 new rails and feature. Under the direction of
terrain park veteran, Nick Roma, the team spent the 2010 summer hand crafting all the new rails in-house to attain the perfect
symmetry with the parks goals. The new rails complement last year’s features which were made out of lodge pole pine timber
that succumbed to the Mountain Pine Beetle. In addition, the park crew utilizes specific terrain park equipment including the
tower winch snowcat, three grooming machines and a state-of-the-art Zaugg, an 18-foot monster machine which cuts, shapes
and smoothes the Mavericks Superpipe.
Mavericks – Superpipe
Mavericks Terrain Park
Rabbit Ears Terrain Park
Advance
Advance
Intermediate
Opened December 22, 2001
One of the premier superpipes in North
14 acres with outdoor sound system
16 rails:
America
Built to World Cup Standards
500 feet long, 56-feet wide, 18-foot
walls, and 22-foot transitions
Location for NIKE's 2002 Olympic Ad
featuring Barrett Christy
Sunbeam Terrain Park

o kinked flat
o mailbox features
o rainbow rails
o S-rails
o double barrel
o 20x24 custom wall ride
Accessible exclusively by Bashor Lift
Lil’ Rodeo/ Mini Mav
Beginner/Intermediate
Located on Spike adjacent Rendezvous

Saddle-Sunshine Area
Broader/Skier Cross Course
Smaller features
Family Fun area
Located in Giggle Gulch
Newly designed with all new features
Progression from Lil’ Rodeo towards
Mavericks.
10 rails and boxes
Miscellaneous
Beginner/Intermediate
Located on Rodeo, in the base area,
Beginner features: boxes, rails and kickers
Accessible by Christie Peak Express mid

station
Beginner experience for first learning pipe
150 ft. long 8 ft. walls
1990/91: 1st Halfpipe built in Bashor Bowl.
1993/94: 1st Terrain Park, Dude Ranch,
built on Velvet.
Roma lone American on 2010 Olympic
BoarderX and SkierX course crew
Snowmaking upgrades in 2002, 03, 07, 10
Why the name Mavericks? In California, near Half Moon Bay, there is a legendary bigwave break by the same name where swells reach the height of three story buildings. Only
the best surfers dare to ride the Mavericks, the liquid version. A maverick, by definition, is
an independent individual. What better way to describe freeriders? Steamboat’s Western
Heritage, the culture of freeriding, and the resort’s grand terrain park and Superpipe
combined to make the perfect definition of Mavericks. Steamboat’s Mavericks was born
from a wave of freeriding zeal swelling from the spirit of pioneering innovators.
Mavericks Freestyle Park & Pipe Clinic: Learn the latest jumps and coolest tricks in the Mavericks Superpipe & Terrain Park. Get
coaching on proper Terrain Park technique and procedures. For ages 8 years to adult and snowboard advanced to expert and skiers
advanced to expert. Mavericks Freestyle Park & Pipe Clinic runs from 9:00am-3:00pm Tuesday & Thursday from Dec. 21, 2010
through March 24, 2011. Cost is $125 Advanced purchase/$139 Regular. Helmets required.
PARKWISE
Steamboat designed the ParkWise program to promote terrain park etiquette, awareness,
education and safety. The goal of ParkWise is to help terrain park patrons continue to use and
enjoy Mavericks, Rabbit Ears, Lil’ Rodeo and Sunbeam terrain parks on the mountain in the
most respectful manner.
Steamboat’s ParkWise program educates the public about the use of terrain parks and freestyle terrain. It builds upon the NSAA
SmartStyle initiative by personalizing the focus and creating a positive approach to guest/employee communication in the resort’s
parks by recognizing and rewarding participants who follow the code and demonstrate terrain park etiquette.
ParkWise patrollers monitor all terrain arks making sure guests are using the parks properly, at the appropriate level and educate those
that are not. ParkWise focuses on maintaining a positive and amenable culture in the terrain parks as well as accessible for all
participants, particularly families.
HELMET POLICY
Helmet Usage: Helmets are strongly recommended as they may make a difference in reducing or preventing some (but not all) head
injuries. Steamboat encourages guests to educate themselves on the benefits and limitations of helmets. If you wear a helmet, make
sure you have the proper fit and that it has not been damaged. Remember that wearing a helmet does not make you invulnerable.
Steamboat requires helmets for all children and youth participants in Ski & Snowboard School Programs as well as all students
participating in freestyle terrain park programs, regardless of their age. The helmet use guidelines underscore Intrawest’s resort-wide
commitment to guest safety and have the support of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) and Canada West Ski Areas
Association (CWSAA).
STEAMBOAT’S TERRAIN PARK TEAM
NICK ROMA
TERRAIN PARK MANAGER/ DESIGNER
Roma joined the Steamboat Terrain Park team in the winter of 2009/2010 after a successful 8 year career at Sunday
River in Maine. Over his tenure in the sport, he has built competition park features for World Cups, USSA events, The
Dumont Cup, Jib Series and Rail Events and worked with freestyle athlete Simon Dumont. Roma was the only
American on the Skier and Boardercross building team at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. Roma takes an active role
in Steamboat’s terrain parks, helping every step of the way from design layout and feature building, to snow grooming
and pipe cutting. Keep an eye out in the parks for Roma, who tests the product daily and is happy to share his freeride
tips with guests.
CHASE DAVIS
TERRAIN PARK BUILDER
Chase Davis, terrain park designer, has been with Steamboat for several years in snow removal and grooming before moving into park
building. Davis combines his extensive grooming knowledge and passion for terrain park play to create Steamboat’s four parks. Davis
continues to build his park knowledge by attending the National Cutters Camp, where he learns the latest technology and upgrades for
operations, grooming and park building. In addition to his designing skills, Davis operates one of the resort’s BR-350 grooming
machines. Powered by a Caterpillar, six-cylinder, 350-horsepower engines, the 18,542 lbs Prinoth BR-350 snowcat grooming
machines provides Davis the ability to create smoother take offs and better transitions in the park.
ANDY EHRNST
TERRAIN PARK SUPERVISOR
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Andy is in his 4 season as a member of the Steamboat Terrain Park team and currently serves as the Daytime Terrain Park
Supervisor. Ehrnst is in charge of day to day operations of the park including maintenance of jumps and ramps for safety and quality
of features, pipes and rails. He works with the groomers to provide a top-notch product and assist the Terrain Park Manager in guest
educations and etiquette through Steamboat’s ParkWise program. Originally from Michigan, Ehrnst has been snowboarding for 16
years and can be found riding in Mavericks Superpipe in his spare time.
ZAUGG
MONSTER SUPERPIPE CUTTER
This will be Zaugg’s fifth season with the resort as monster superpipe cutter. Prior to joining the resort, Zaugg has worked around the
world on competitions at the highest levels including U.S. Open Snowboarding; the ESPN Winter X-Games; the World Cup Circuit;
the European Open Snowboarding Championship, and the Japanese Open Snowboarding Championship. Zaugg comes with a fivefigure salary, but there’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that it will definitely leave a signature mark in Steamboat’s Mavericks Superpipe
again this winter.
SNOWBOARDING SPIRIT
Right here in Steamboat, the pioneering spirit of snowboarding can be found in several individuals that have left an impression on the
sport. Sherman Poppen, aka the Grandfather of Snowboarding, invented the precursor to the modern day snowboard, the Snurfer;
Shannon Dunn-Downing, 1998 Olympic Bronze medalist, became the first American to win a snowboarding medal when the sport
debuted at the Nagano Games; Erin Simmons, X-Games triple medalist and participant during boardercross’ debut at the 2006
Olympics; Ken Bradshaw, big wave rider shows the crossover popularity with surfing and national team member, Scott Anfang.
SHERMAN POPPEN
In 1965, Sherman Poppen joined two 36-inch long skis together so his daughter could play on the
snow-covered hills behind their home laying the foundation for what was to become the snowboarding
revolution. He called this new invention, the Snurfer--combining the words snow and surfing and
licensed the product to the Brunswick Toy Company with a $10 starting price. The Snurfer gave
inspiration to modern snowboarding pioneers Jake Burton Carpenter and Tom Sims, who made
additional modifications and launched the modern snowboarding phenomenon.
Grandfather of Snowboarding
Shannon Dunn-Downing became the first American female to win an Olympic medal in
snowboarding (a bronze in the halfpipe) at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan. She started
off as a skier in Illinois and continued skiing when she moved to Steamboat Springs. Following her
brother’s passion for snowboarding, Shannon quickly took her talents to the highest level in the sport.
Her snowboard career includes numerous top competition results in the Olympics, X-Games and
World Cup Events around the globe. Shannon, who rides for Burton, donates a significant amount of
time and passion to Boarding for Breast Cancer.
ERIN SIMMONS NEMIC
X-Games & Olympian
SHANNON DUNN-DOWNING
1998 Olympic Bronze Medalist
Erin Simmons Nemic, who has three silver Winter X Games medals in boardercross, grew up the
daughter of ski patrollers. It's not too surprising that her parents had her on skis when she was just twoyears-old. However, like most kids hanging out on the slopes, snowboarding came calling soon enough.
By age 12, Simmons was on a board and that was pretty much the end of her skiing career. At the 2006
Olympics, Simmons represented Canada, finishing 17th and one spot out of a finals berth. Simmons
always has felt the need for speed. Unlike many athletes, Simmons enjoys traveling far and wide to
compete. The experience of going to an Olympic event thus becomes extremely special for the talented
rider.
To celebrate the freeriding spirit of Steamboat’s Mavericks Superpipe & Terrain Park, the resort turned to
none other than world famous, big waver rider, Ken Bradshaw. Some might ask: ‘Who’s this guy?’ On
January 28, 1998, Ken rode the biggest wave ever ridden in history on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii at
an outer reef known as Outside Log Cabins. This wave was considered to be in excess of 85 feet. That same
day he also rode another 20 waves between 40 and 65 feet to make this the largest day ever ridden.
Bradshaw, a renowned surfboard shaper, handcrafted 15 limited edition ten-foot big wave ‘guns’
(surfboards) for the resort. He has shaped boards for Women’s World Champion Layne Beachley as well as
professional surfers Sunny Garcia and John Shomooku. Steamboat’s Mavericks was born from a wave of
freeriding zeal swelling from the spirit of pioneering innovators. What better way to embrace that same
spirit than through Bradshaw, who has spent several springs snowboarding in Steamboat.
SCOTT ANFANG
AASI National Team
KEN BRADSHAW
Big Wave Rider/ Shaper
A member of AASI since 1996, Scott Anfang is in his second term on the AASI Snowboard Team and is
a Full Certification Examiner. He played an instrumental role in developing Rocky Mountain Division’s
freestyle accreditation. For 10 years, he enjoyed back-to-back seasons, splitting time between Steamboat
and New Zealand. In New Zealand, Scott helped establish the Instructor Training Company, an 11-week
program for people who want to become snowboard instructors. In addition, catch Anfang on CNN’s
Airport Network, aired in the United States’ busiest airports, where he provides unique insight, advice and
quick tips for improving your riding.
Steamboat’s Snowboarding Timeline
1988/89
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club starts
1989/90
snowboard program
First season-long halfpipe was built in Bashor
Barr, aka T-Barr
1992/93
Snowboards allowed on the gondola
1990/91
First snowboard lesson provide by Tom
Bowl
1993/94
1995/96
First Terrain Park built, called the Dude
Pipe Dragon grooms halfpipe weekly
Ranch on Velvet containing quarter-pipe,
rail slides and obstacles
1996/97
Dude Ranch: ½ pipe, located on Velvet
Mavericks: Terrain Park, located on Drop

Out
Sunshine Reef: Terrain Park, located on
Sunshine Lift line
Bee Hive: kids-only park, located on Spike
Ride Guide published, a snowboarder
specific trail map
Benches installed at lifts
Gondola improves racks for snowboards
1997/98
Run
2001/02
Halfpipe super sized and renamed
halfpipe, located in Bashor
Swatch/Palmer Park: skier/rider-cross
Mavericks Terrain Park, moves to Buddy’s
Woman to win Olympic medal (Bronze) at
Nagano Winter Games
Dude Ranch: ½ pipe, moves to Bashor
Resort purchased a Pipe Dragon
Bee Hive: kids-only park, moves to Giggle
Gulch
1999/00
Swatch/Airwalk sponsor Dude Ranch and
1998/99
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Shannon Dunn becomes 1 American
2002/03
Increased snowmaking capacity & music
Mavericks Superpipe in Bashor
Groomed with a Bombardier HPG-17 Pipe
constructed located in Bashor
system added
Bashor Terrain Park, located in Bashor,
Grinder
Bashor Terrain Park expands to include 8

jumps with different landings, 7 rails,
features expert, intermediate & beginner
terrain
Mini-Mav—a 22 ft long mini version of
Mavericks with 5 ft walls unveiled
Bee Hive: kids-only park, located in Rough
Rider Basin
Location for Nike’s 2002 Olympic Ad
featuring Barrett Christy
ASA Continental Cup
USSA Snowboarding Western Regional
USASA Snowboard Junior Team Training
Mavericks Superpipe Challenge
Competition Starts

2003/04
Snowmaking upgrades
2004 CSCUSA Terrain Park Master of the
Year
2006/07
Mavericks Freestyle Park & Pipe Clinic
2004/05
2005/06
SoBe Friday Night Rail Jams
Scott Anfang named to AASI National
NASTAR National Championships rolls into
Team
Anfang Hosts Rider Specific Weekend
Clinics
Mt. Dew Vertical Challenge
2007/08
Snowmaking Upgrades
Next Snow Search All-Stars Event with
superpipe, big air, slopestyle & big
mountain
Anfang named Snowboard Technical
Director for Ski & Snowboard School
Women’s Only Snowboard Clinic
2009/10
became the “SoBe Terrain Park” several new
rails added
Mavericks becomes longest pipe in world:
800 feet long from top to bottom with 650 ft
long walls, 48 ft wide, 15 ft walls, 17 ft
radius, finishes with a 75-foot ¼ pipe
Rider X: Boarder/skier-cross course located
adjacent to Buddy’s Run
Readers of SKI Magazine ranked Steamboat
4th in North America for the quality of its
terrain parks (a new category in the survey).
Readers of TransWorld Snowboarding
ranked Mavericks Superpipe #7, the terrain
park #13 and Steamboat #7 overall including
#2 for “Vibe”
Ultimate Bumps & Jumps featuring
superpipe, moguls and big air
UK Snowboard Asylum Catalog Photo Shoot
Dedicated website launched,
www.steamboatfreeride.com
Freeride Team established
2010/11
Lil’ Rodeo Terrain Park
CNN Airport Snowboard Tips with Scott
Additional groomer for maintenance and
Anfang & Erin Simmons
Host of UK’s TSA Snowboard Catalogue
Utilized Beetle-kill lodge pole pine for rails
Roma lone American on the 8-person team
responsible for building and maintaining the
2010 Olympic BoarderX and SkierX courses
30 new handcrafted rails and features
upkeep of park and pipe.
including Christmas Rail Jam
Host of UK’s TSA Snowboard Catalogue
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town with snowboard division
2008/09
Tower winch cat realign to the terrain park
Three grooming machines solely dedicated to
the terrain park and superpipe
Eric Rolls Joins Scott Anfang on AASI
National Team-two members unheard of for a
single resort
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BEST SKIING & RIDING EXPERIENCE STARTS
BEFORE YOU EVEN GET ON THE MOUNTAIN
New Steamboat Ski & Sport Pro Shop & Sweet Mountain Tees Keep Powderhounds in Top Form
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-The best skiers and snowboarders in the world rely on top of the line
gear and apparel to achieve their goals. In Steamboat, the same approach is taken by providing the newest line of 2010/2011
skis and snowboarders, as well as the latest apparel and coming trends to ensure your day on the slopes is unforgettable.
“Perfectly fit equipment makes all the difference on the slopes, from
beginner to double black diamond expert, we’ve got the best gear in the
‘Boat,” said Mike DeGroff, vice president of resort services. “If locations
all around Steamboat aren’t convenient enough, we’ll even deliver your
skis or boards right to your door. Nobody does rentals better.”
Coming this winter, two new shops join Steamboat’s retail fleet, the Pro
Shop and Sweet Mountain Tees.
Steamboat Ski & Sport Pro Shop: When you demand the very best in
your equipment, the new Pro Shop sets the standard in premium rental
equipment. The Pro Shop advises on ski-related elements that ensure
you get the best fit and most out of your equipment whiling savoring
what a day in the home of Champagne Powder snow is all about.
Whether you’re looking for the proper equipment for a particular need
or based on snow conditions, go where the experts go-the new Pro Shop
serving up Gold Medal Rental equipment and packages
Sweet Mountain Tees: Signature t-shirts in the
heart of Gondola Plaza, Sweet Mountain Tees
join the shops in the mountain village at the base
of the Steamboat Ski Area. Including the new Sweet Mountain Tees,
Steamboat Ski Resort currently operates 12 retail outlets across the
resort.
TOP REASONS TO RENT FROM
STEAMBOAT SKI & SPORT
Location – 7 convenient locations on-mountain and in town,
FREE Ski Storage
In-Room–Right to your room, plus store slopeside and
exchange at any shop
Professional, Knowledgeable Staff –professional on-site
expertise to assure proper fit, comfort and equipment
selection-any shop, any time, ski storage, GM and Demo
exchange tool of the day.
Price – the best value in Steamboat, best locations, best
products, best service.
Value – pre-book and save 10%, buy a package & save 20%.
Downtown – staying in town? Rent from Steamboat Ski &
Sport and save 40%.
People – the friendliest team of techs, who wouldn’t want to
work on the mountain?
Experience – Shop online, make your reservation with the
pros…Steamboat Central Reservations, find a location near
you, get the right product for you and snow conditions.
Products – The very best from Salomon, K2, Nordica,
Burton, Full Tilt, Goode, Steamboat’s only “Pro Shop” for
skiers
High-Tech Tune Every Time – the best tuned rental fleet in
town with Edgewerks-performs the best every time you hit
the slopes.
Steamboat makes it easy to suit up for the slopes by applying the latest
technology to the rental process including the only fully electronic booking service covering boot fitting through returns; online
rental reservations; and multiple locations. Steamboat Ski & Sport’s five convenient locations-Sheraton Slopeside, Gondola
Square, Ski Time Square, Steamboat Grand and Downtown/Howelsen Place-offer the largest equipment selection in the Yampa
Valley, FREE overnight storage, and specialty programs for families including Kids Rent Free and Teen Pricing as well as topof-the-line equipment from Rossignol, Burton, Salomon and K2.
“With town and mountain locations, guests have easy access to rental equipment and shopping no matter where they are staying
or playing,” continued DeGroff. In addition to five locations, Ski Express Delivery, a service of Ski & Sport, will send
professional technicians straight to a guest’s door for a personalized rental equipment fitting. Equipment will then be waiting for
guests at the Steamboat Ski & Sport when they are ready to hit the slopes.
The resort utilizes only top-of-the-line equipment, tuned to the highest standards, throughout its fleet and has the largest
selection of performance equipment including skis for the beginner and novice skier; snowboards; boots including soft boots
and helmets. If that wasn’t enough, approximately one third of the resort’s rental fleet is revamped annually.
STEAMBOAT SKI & SPORT
Steamboat Ski & Sport is the premier rental/retail location in Steamboat Springs, with
convenient locations including the closest rental location to the slopes, just steps from the
gondola. Get the newest gear fit by expert technicians. Steamboat’s winter recreational
equipment headquarters featuring personalized individual attention, computerized rental
technology, professional overnight tuning & repair, FREE overnight ski & board storage, and
indoor lockers in three sizes. Steamboat Ski & Sport carries the latest in rugged technical
outdoor clothing for winter sports enthusiasts as well as one-of-a-kind logo and resort signature wear and is the only rental
location where you can purchase rentals, lift tickets and ski & snowboard school products. Steamboat Ski & Sport
locations are everywhere you are including:
Sheraton Slopeside
Gondola Square
Downtown/Howelsen Place
Ski Time Square
Steamboat Grand
In-Room/Ski Delivery Express
NEWSTIX DEMO CENTER
With convenient locations at the base and right on the mountain, it’s fast and easy for you to try something new,
then ski in and swap ‘em for something different any time you want. A visit to NewStix (Steamboat Ski &
Sport-Sheraton and the Yurt at the top of the Steamboat Gondola) is the best way to try ’em before you buy
’em. Half-day and full-day demos featuring the latest in ski technology-- skis, boots, and bindings.
RENTAL PRODUCTS & RATES
(970) 879-6111, (800) 859-9959
steamboat.com/rentals
Rental Rates

Kids Rent Free: One child 12 or under rents free with each five-day parent's adult rental: certain restrictions apply. Kids
rates are available for kids who do not participate in the free rental program. Proof of age is required for all 11 and 12-yearolds.

Teen Discounts: Teens 13-17 years of age receive a 25% discount on all rental equipment (excluding helmets): certain
restrictions apply. Proof of age required for 17 year olds.
Ski Equipment
Age
Gold Medal Ski Package
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
Gold Medal Skis Only
Snowboard Equipment
Age
$48.95
$36.95
Sport Snowboard Package
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$38.95
$29.95
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$45.95
$34.95
Sport Snowboard Only
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$34.95
$26.95
Performance Ski Package
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$43.95
$42.95
Junior Snowboard Package Child (12 & under)
$27.95
Performance Skis Only
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$39.95
$29.95
Helmet
Adult (13 & up)
Child (12 & under)
$10.00
$8.00
Sport Ski Package
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$38.95
$29.95
Sport Skis Only
Adult (18 and up)
Teen (13-17)
$34.95
$26.95
Junior Ski Package
Child (12 & under)
$27.95
Junior Skis Only
Child (12 & under)
$23.95
Helmet
Adult (13 & up)
Child (12 & under)
$10.00
$8.00
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*Daily Rate
*Daily Rate
Prices do not include 8.4% sales tax. Teen prices shown include 25% discount. Optional Equipment Damage Insurance available for $2.00/day. Prices
subject to change without notice.
SPECIALITY PROGRAMS & OUTLETS
Lift Tickets: Purchase lift tickets at the same counter where you rent your equipment, any day…any time. In addition, if you want to
make first tracks, Steamboat Ski & Sport is the only location in Ski Town, U.S.A. to purchase lift tickets after 5:00pm.
Custom Precision Tuning: All Steamboat Ski & Sport locations offer professional overnight tuning and repair. Your equipment will
receive the finest care from professionally trained technicians. Simply, drop off your equipment at the shop by 5pm, and it will be
ready and waiting at 8am the next morning.
S-Zone Specialty Store: FOR KIDS ONLY! This is a kids-only specialty store located in the new Kids’
Vacation Center complex and features everything the youngest member of the family might need on the
slopes. Goggles, mittens, gloves and specialty gifts all designed with the youngest skiers and riders in mind.
Ski Corral: The Ski Corral located next to the Ski & Snowboard School offers overnight equipment storage just steps away from the
Gondola entrance for $4 per night.
Storm Mountain Outfitters @ Thunderhead - Storm Mountain Outfitters @ Thunderhead, open from 10am-3:30pm
at the top of the gondola, is the perfect place for those commemorative Steamboat gifts. In addition, it's the perfect
place to pick-up goggles, mittens, gloves, film and sunscreen should the weather change unexpectedly.
Storm Mountain Outfitters @ Rendezvous - Did the weather change suddenly and you're caught without the right
gear? Storm Mountain Outfitters @ Rendezvous Saddle features hats, goggles, gloves, mittens, sunglasses, sunscreen
and much, much more.
SKIER TYPES:
Your skier type, height, weight, age and ski boot sole length are used by the rental shop to determine the release and retention settings
for your ski bindings. Be sure to provide accurate information-any errors may increase your risk of injury.
Type I
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•
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Prefer cautious skiing at lighter
release/retention settings.
Ski conservatively, prefer slower
speeds on easy to moderate slopes.
Favor lower than average
Type II
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Prefer moderate skiing at average
Ski moderately, prefer a variety of speeds and
ski on varied terrain, including most difficult
trails.
Include skiers not meeting all the descriptions
of Type I or Type III.
Type III
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Prefer aggressive skiing at high
Ski aggressively, normally at greater
speeds, prefer steeper slopes and more
challenging terrain.
Favor above average release/retention
settings.
RENTAL PRODUCTS
SPORT - Easy turning beginner or intermediate ski package

Salomon X Wing 6

Salomon Mission 770 boots
PERFORMANCE - Mid fat all-mountain skis for intermediates and lower level experts
Salomon X Wing 8
Origins Opal
X Wing Focus
Salomon Mission 770 boots

GOLD MEDAL
Salomon

Sentinel – go beyond with confidence on a ski with just enough stability and power to float in variable and powder

Twentytwelve – freestyler ski with new twin Rocker design to help push progression in the halfpipe

Lady – exceeds in serving the 2 most common needs; edge grip on groomers and off-piste versatility

Geisha – 100 mm wide waist, freerider ski that also excels on groomers; made of bamboo layers and specific reverse camber

Mission RS 800 Boot – high-performance boot provides comfort and warmth, plus features a new V-shaped inner form for heel
control while ensuring toe comfort

Devine RS 880 Boot – women’s version of the Mission RS 800 with one addition; its new calf adjustment brings a simple yet
effective solution to fit all leg shapes
K2

Kung Fujas – a ski that’s wide enough to float and endure lines in the powder; yet nimble and poppy enough to shred the park
Obsethed – modified tip/tail Rocker to elevate soft snow floatation yet increases adaptability in variable conditions and a camber
providing quicker aggressive turn initiation on hard pack

Missbehaved – women’s specific fat twin to float on the deepest days with quick and nimble reactions in variable conditions
Full Tilt Boots:

Classic – this boot is a living legend that provides great forward flex with rigid lateral support and a rigid bootboard that
maximizes responsiveness and feel on the snow

Mary Jane – anatomically designed specifically for women and with hinges at the toes making it easy to get on and off - perfect
for solid intermediate to advanced women looking for all around comfort
Nordica

Enforcer TI – ideal tool to conquer any terrain - powder, crud, groomers

Infinite XBI – wonderful all-mountain expert ski - great edge hold; provides the ease of effortless skiing; and unbelievable
stability in variable conditions

Sport Machine Boot – designed for high performance skiing which puts foot in a position to provide faster turn initiation with
stronger edge grip plus enhances precision and better balance
DEMO
Salomon

X Wing Tornado Ti – most powerful all-mountain chassis on-piste; stable and confident on all terrain; plus consistent for carving
sensations and grip on groomers

Shogun – innovative basalt and bamboo layers with specific Rocker to help set a new performance and design standard for the big
mountain twin-tip category

Enduro – integrating the best of on and off-piste technology to provide maneuverability and overcome different snow conditions
and challenges

Origins Diamond – all mountain expert women’s ski - stability in variable conditons, smoothness in all types of snow, plus strong
edge to grip

Origins Topaz – women’s best all-mountain construction - wide, light weight and stable
K2

Aftershock – a devastating hail of metal laminate construction, Hybritech sidewalls, and integrated Marker/K2 bindings makes
this the widest ski in K2’s A.M.P. Series

Rictor – on-piste performance with technology to make for easy, predictable turn initiation in variable conditions while camber
maintains the power and hold on hard pack

Shockwave – provides the confidence to play nicely no matter where you find yourself on the mountain and in the stormy seas of
changing snow conditions

Lotta Luv – ski with high-end performance and unsurpassed versatility on hard pack, variable or soft snow

Free Luv – perfect all-mountain tool for the advanced level skier seeking versatility and forgiveness

Payback Tele – a lady ski that dances in and out of bounds to flit through the deepest slope yet assertive and tough for any and all
on-mountain conditions

Backlash Tele – silver bullet for any all terrain or tele skier’s bane that won’t wimp out when fluff turns funky
Nordica

Pro Helldriver – made for expert all-mountain skier with a perfect side-cut to permit fast carving on fresh and packed snow

Hot Rod Tempest – built for expert skiers who want an all-mountain tool wide enough to surf the fluff and still rip the groomers

Nemesis – girl’s version of the Enforcer - a speed machine with stability for crud busting and hard-snow performance – makes a
good skier invincible

Conquer – made for expert women who rip the entire mountain to hammer through the crud and powder with little effort, but still
hold a solid edge on hard packed groomers
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THE STEAMBOAT GRAND EMBRACES THE
SPIRIT OF THE GRAND LODGES OF THE WEST
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/11-Steamboat has long been known as a true western town, where the grandeur of
rolling valleys invites guests from around the world to explore, relax and reconnect. The Steamboat Grand blends the spirit
Steamboat’s western heritage with superior guest services and the finest amenities resulting in a luxurious getaway deep in the
Colorado Rocky Mountains.
“The Steamboat Grand epitomized the grand hotel tradition, where elegant comfort meets genuine Colorado,” said Michael Lomas,
general manager/vice president of the Steamboat Grand. “The unique guest experience is created by combining friendly natural
mountain ambiance with the highest level of amenities and guest services, reminiscent of the grand lodge spirit."
Located at the base of the Steamboat Ski Resort, just steps from
the gondola, the seven-story Steamboat Grand features 327
beautifully appointed guestroom accommodations, ranging from
studios, parlors, double queen hotel rooms to one-, two-, threebedroom condominiums and eight luxurious penthouses. The
Grand is home to award-winning dining under the direction of
Executive Chef Hyslop; a full-service spa and fitness center; an
outdoor heated pool and two large whirlpool spas as well as
17,000 sq. ft of indoor/outdoor convention space including the
hotel’s centerpiece 5,484-square-foot Priest Creek Ballroom.
“This is a real town with a reputation for genuine friendliness
and we set our sights on exceeding guests’ expectations while
always providing the highest level of services and amenities,”
commented Lomas. “The Steamboat Grand has become a
cornerstone of the Steamboat experience and a key element in
the resort’s year-round focus.”
The property, designed by acclaimed international architectural firm Jung/Brannen Associates, Inc, features a western-themed
mountain ambiance reminiscent of the American mountain lodges of the west. The hotel’s spectacular entry atmosphere, all
designed to give an overwhelming sense of arrival, is centered around an elegant large, wood beamed porte-cochère entrance and
dramatic multi-level lobby with native stone and wood, vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, indoor streams and two-story-high
stone fireplaces. Panoramic views of the mountains and Yampa Valley are the highlight of the hotel, features around nearly every
corner an in guest rooms and condominiums.
The interior of the hotel is based on subtle elegance and the rugged mountain spirit of the American West; details include hand-cut
details of alder and knotty pine; original custom chandeliers and lamps--created in rawhide and wrought-iron with sculpted bears
and pine trees; and native Colorado Moss Rock. Relax in aged-leather chairs around wooden tables in public areas, and find many
special touches from historic photos to local artwork.
Guestroom and penthouse decor incorporates solid-wood furniture and headboards, historic ski and winter photos dating from the
early 1900s; and soft earth-tone colors. Baths have tiled floors, solid-wood cabinets, walk-in showers with glass doors and, in many
rooms, deep, shell-shaped whirlpool jet tubs. Eight luxuriously designed penthouses, from more than 2,200 to an unbelievable
4,000 square feet, offer the perfect place to gather in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The exclusive penthouse level features
designer kitchens; view-through, stone-surround fireplaces separating the living and dining rooms as well as private in-suite sauna
and whirlpool spas.
In addition, rooms feature 32- or 42-inch flat-screen color television, stereo, coffee makers, phone line with fax/modem and voice
mail capabilities, hair dryers, iron & board. Condominiums and many rooms feature DVD players, whirlpool tubs, stone-surround,
energy-efficient gas fireplace, fully equipped kitchens featuring GE Profile appliances, hardwood cabinetry and granite
countertops.
Building upon the intricate in-room designs, artwork is a primary vehicle used throughout the hotel to instill the grandeur of the
local landscape and lifestyle, all set in the grand tradition of the facility itself. The great dynamic here is, not only are the viewers’
exposed to a wide variety of techniques and mediums but experience the art in the beautiful grand hotel setting. The exhibit
selections cover the spectrum from historical photographs of Ski Town, U.S.A.®, to images synonymous with a 100-year western
heritage, to more modern contemporary pieces by local, regional and national artists.
The Cabin, an intimate 100-seat mountain cabin retreat, is the hotel’s premier dining experience. In keeping with the grand hotel
tradition, The Cabin’s ambiance reflects a mixture of the contemporary with the Western heritage of Steamboat Springs and the
American West. The feel is reminiscent of a vintage mountain log cabin plush with comfortable booths and hand-made wooden
tables with inlaid wrought-iron designs. Three lighted dioramas highlighting alpine environments, glass windows etched with aspen
tree motifs compliment the eight simulated stands of aspen trees, canvas ceilings and five, large oil-based paintings depicting
outdoor adventure further entice diners that they are actually tucked away in a cozy, remote mountain location.
The Steamboat Grand offers guests the exclusive amenity to incorporate all on-mountain resort and hotel charges directly into your
hotel folio. Whether you are dining on the mountain, enrolling your children into the industry leading Kids’ Vacation Center,
taking a lesson through the Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School, purchasing new equipment or clothing at one of the resort’s retail
outlets or sampling one of the many valley-wide activities, enjoy the convenience of having all your purchases go directly to one
bill.
"There is a synergy that further enhances the guest experience in having the same company operating both the resort and the hotel,"
said Lomas. "It allows us to provide guests with the convenient hotel equipment storage facility right at the slopes, offer activities
year-round throughout Steamboat Springs, and simplify their vacation by handling all local arrangements with the charges for
everything put directly on their hotel bill."
And, so you don’t think you still have to take a covered wagon or horse-drawn stagecoach to this mountain retreat, Steamboat
Springs has the closest major airport of any ski resort in Colorado or Utah, the Steamboat/Hayden Airport, just 22 miles away.
Steamboat/Hayden Airport (HDN), served by major airlines including American, Continental, Delta, Frontier and United, is less
than a ½-hour from the resort, making Steamboat the most convenient accessed ski resort in Colorado with nonstop service from
seven major U.S. cities into Steamboat/Hayden-the best mountain airport in the Rocky Mountains.
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MEETINGS & EVENTS TAKEN TO
NEW HEIGHTS AT THE STEAMBOAT GRAND
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-The Steamboat Grand knows that successful meetings and events
require something more, something that can only be found rooted in the western heritage of Steamboat Springs-a place where
leather boots mingle with leather briefcases, meeting agendas mix with trail maps and ideas take flight on chairlift rides.
“With Steamboat’s proud western heritage of hospitality and wide-open friendliness, you’ll experience a level of service and
luxury you might have thought rode off into the sunset long ago,” said Michael Lomas, general manager/vice president of the
Steamboat Grand.
Steamboat has produced
more Olympians than any
other town in North
America.
We have a reputation to
uphold.
Think of the success we
can bring your next
meeting!
In the heart of this rugged ranching community, Ski Town, U.S.A.® is based on a friendly,
hard-working atmosphere which immediately rubs off on guests when they partake in a
meeting here. The mountain remains impeccable, its people remain genuine and the
possibilities remain endless. It is a unique environment featuring soaring mountains, rolling
valleys and crystal clear waters that will inspire your colleagues to be creative and productive.
The Steamboat Grand has taken the best of the West and made it even better with state-of-theart meeting facilities and a team of professionals dedicated to keeping your meetings and
events productive and your attendees smiling. Whether you’re looking to rustle up some new
contacts or rope in a new business prospect, the Steamboat Grand completely redefines highlevel meetings and events.
“Today, more than ever, the Steamboat Grand strives to make group functions special, allowing for greater productivity with a
little bit of fun on the side,” continued Lomas. “Steamboat’s facilities offer the largest and most diverse meeting and event
space in Northwest Colorado. The dedicated event staff will ensure that your meeting goes off without a hitch.”
In fact, American Express, Emory University School of Medicine, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Teaching for a Change,
Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians, SAS Institute, Peak
Learning Systems, United States Forest Service, Citigroup,
Fujisawa Health Care, New England Financial, Biogen,
Special Districts Association of Colorado, American Airlines
Ski Team and Television Meteorologists from across the
country are just a few of the groups that have meet utilizing the
ideal Rocky Mountain location of the Steamboat Grand.
Meeting professionals can utilize the Grand’s relationship with
the ski resort to arrange and cater events on the mountain,
making it especially easy for meeting planners to hold “offsite” events for their group in a unique setting. Attendees take
a scenic ride up the mountain on the gondola to the venues,
which include a variety of decks and natural settings in the
warmer months, and year-round to the mountain restaurants on
Mt. Werner. The hotel handles all arrangements, including
creating specially tailored menus.
STEAMBOAT GRAND CONFERENCE & MEETINGS
The Steamboat Grand offers 327 guestrooms and suites, 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor conference and function
space equipped with the latest electronics and technology designed to handle high-tech meetings, teleconferences and other
events. The indoor space is flexible: it can be configured in a variety of combinations and seating arrangements to
accommodate all types of meetings and events. The outdoor venues range from a large patio with wrought-iron tables and
chairs overlooking the ski slopes to a poolside deck and an amphitheater.
The Steamboat Grand offers ideal space and ultimate flexibility for groups from 16 to 600 with 17,000 square feet of flexible
indoor meeting, banquet and pre-function space. A 5,484-square-foot ballroom and five smaller meeting rooms are ideal for
groups or breakout meetings. Whatever layout or seating arrangements you require, we tailor the space to suit your individual
needs to a tee including outdoor event space.
Priest Creek Ballroom
Priest Creek I
Priest Creek II
Priest Creek III
Burgess Creek
Burgess Creek I
Burgess Creek II
Spring Creek
Spring Creek I
Spring Creek I
Saddle Creek
Mt. View Foyer
Pre-Function Ballroom
Outdoor
Pavilion-Outdoor
Sq. Ft. Banquet
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360
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120
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120
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930
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850
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860
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3,880
2,190
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Reception
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175
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Theater
660
230
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Classroom
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Concierge Services
Bell/Valet Services
Equipment Storage
Dry Cleaning & Laundry
Business Services
Housekeeping Service
Retail Outlets
ATM
Lobby Fireplaces
Safety Deposit Boxes
In-Room Safes
Shuttle Service
Wi-Fi Capabilities
J&S Audio Services
STEAMBOAT GRAND SALES TEAM
Karen Schneider-Director of Sales & Marketing: Karen Schneider brings a distinguished 26-year background in the travel &
leisure arena to her role as Director of Sales & Marketing. Her career has taken her from large, specialty group events to awardwining hotels & resorts as well as travel services from coast to coast. Schneider most recently held the position of on-site
manager for The Rock Slope and Steamboat Wine Festival, two large, specialty groups. Prior to her group work, she was sales
manager for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation; sales manager of the Steamboat Grand; road show coordinator for Altour
International; and general manager for National Travel Service in Los Angeles, CA. She has been honored with several awards
during her career as well as donates her time and expertise to charitable organizations in the Steamboat Springs community.
Schneider holds a Bachelor's Degree from Cal State LA.
Henry Evans-National Sales Manager: Henry Evans began his career with Action Marketing Group in Boulder, Colorado,
working with several prestigious companies including Adidas, Reebok, Pepsi, Fresh Express, NIKE, Gatorade and Evian. He
then moved to Dallas, Texas, joining the Pepsi Bottling Group, where he was responsible for overseeing the development and
implementation of sales & marketing programs in over 200 convenience stores across the state. Evans holds a Bachelor of Arts
degree in Marketing from the University of Colorado at Boulder, Leeds School of Business.
WHERE MORE THAN THE DEER & ANTELOPE PLAY
From skiing and snowboarding knee-deep in Champagne Powder® snow to golf and tennis surrounded by the breathtaking
beauty of the Yampa Valley, Steamboat offers a full range of activities that’ll please folks of all types. Guests with small
children attending a meeting or group event can take full advantage of the ski area’s children programs in the winter or summer.
The Kids’ Vacation Center provides full daycare as well as a fun program of activities for children from six months to six years
old. The resort consistently receives top honors from national publications. The combination of The Steamboat Grand’s
extensive meeting facilities and the beautiful Rocky Mountain resort destination’s full array of both winter and summer sports
and activities as well as great dining, shopping and an historic Old Town, make Steamboat Springs an extremely attractive
group & conference destination.
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THE PERFECT BEGINNING TO HAPPILY EVER AFTER
Steamboat - A Match Made In Heaven Or As Close As You Can Get
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-With a year-round backdrop of the beautiful Yampa Valley and a
fully dedicated banquets staff, Steamboat makes “once in a lifetime” events spectacular and fairy tale weddings come true.
Leave all the details to Steamboat’s team of professionals to set the stage on Mount Werner for an event you and your
guests will remember forever.
“There is nothing as beautiful as a bride on her wedding
day,” said Mike DeGroff, vice president-resort services for
the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “But we think the
scenery of Steamboat is a close second. And numerous
couples have shared that belief and have exchanged vows
nearly 9000 feet above the valley floor.”
Weddings in Steamboat are magical and popular Saturday
dates sell out nearly a year in advance. Friday and Sunday
events have gained in popularity and early reservations are
a must.
Steamboat Ski Resort: Treat your guests to a ride up the
Gondola with a beautiful mountaintop wedding ceremony
on the Thunderhead Sundeck or on the grand front lawn
matched with a reception inside the adjacent mountaintop lodge. Catering services are available for groups of any size
providing a variety of appetizers, salads, dinner entrees, desserts and beverages. F&B Director, Liz Wahl, an executive
chef herself, and her culinary staff under the direction of executive chef Chris Wyant provide the culinary expertise to
complement the event.
Steamboat Grand : The world-class Steamboat Grand brings a new level of service to one of America's favorite yearround resorts, offering world-class ambiance with genuine friendly service, reminiscent of the grand lodge spirit of the
West. With 327 guest rooms and 17,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, The Steamboat Grand provides
more than luxurious space, it provides flexibility, hosting as many as 850 guests without losing the sense of intimacy and
all in the splendor of the Rocky Mountains.
OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUES
Thunderhead Lawn: This expansive manicured lawn provides 360-degree views as far at the eye can see and is the
perfect outdoor mountaintop location to start your lives together with friends and family.
Thunderhead Sundeck: Located on the 3rd floor of Thunderhead, the Sundeck can accommodate intimate to large
parties. There’s nothing like saying your vows with the magnificent 10,000-foot Storm Peak Mountain, Flat Tops and
Yampa Valley as your backdrop.
Grand Pavilion: The intimate and secluded Grand Pavilion, constructed in the log and beam style reminiscent of the
American West, mixes the outdoor beauty of native wildflowers and landscaping with crisp fresh mountain air, spread
under the incredible Colorado bluebird sky.
Vista Overlook: This traditional outdoor location takes in the natural setting of the Rocky Mountains and Yampa Valley.
RECEPTION VENUES
With breathtaking views of the emerald green mountains in the summer to sparkling snow-covered terrain in the winter,
you’ll know immediately that Steamboat is the ideal place for your wedding, special event, family reunion or corporate
outing.
Champagne Powder Room at Thunderhead: The Grand Room, located at
9,080 feet above sea level on the 3rd floor of Thunderhead, cater groups of
any size. Your guests will never forget your day with the magnificent views
of the Yampa Valley. Just imagine it is your first dance as Husband and
Wife and the sunsets behind the hills of the Sleeping Giant and the sky
paints a colorful picture for you and your guests to savor forever
Hazie’s: This fine dinning restaurant is transformed into an intimate affair,
catering to groups up to 100. Guests discover the wonderful views of the
Yampa Valley with windows from floor to ceiling. Enjoy one of the many
delicious dinners from the resort’s World Class Chefs.
Bear River: If you are looking for a great place to host a BBQ for your guests and relax, then the Bear River Bar and
Grill is the place. We cater to groups with in 60-200 people. This restaurant is located at the base of the gondola and offers
beautiful views of the mountain. We can also turn it into an elegant evening under the stars.
Priest Creek Ballroom: The Steamboat Grand’s 5,484-square-foot Priest
Creek Ballroom offers the ideal location while providing the ultimate in
flexibility. The ballroom, which can accommodate up to 350 seated at
tables, may be divided into three smaller rooms, which can be used
individually or combined. The hotel’s pre-function meeting space offers
incredible views of Mt. Werner, the Flat Tops, as well as the town of
Steamboat Springs. Whether it's the wedding of your dreams, a cozy and
intimate ceremony, or rehearsal dinner, The Steamboat Grand is the perfect
place for your next special wedding event.
The Cabin: The Cabin’s ambiance reflects a mix of the contemporary with the Western heritage of Steamboat Springs.
The setting is that of mountain log cabin plush with comfortable booths and hand-made wooden tables with inlaid
wrought-iron designs. Three lighted dioramas highlighting alpine environments, glass windows etched with aspen tree
motifs complement the eight simulated stands of aspen trees, canvas ceilings and five, large oil-based paintings depicting
outdoor adventure further entice guests that they are actually tucked away in a cozy, remote 100-seat mountain location.
STEAMBOAT’S CULINARY ENGINEERS
Executive Chef Chris Wyant came to Steamboat from Snowshoe Mountain Resort in West Virginia, where he
served as food and beverage director. From 2003 to 2005, he held the executive chef and food & beverage director
position with the Steamboat Grand. Prior to joining The Grand, he held numerous positions with Keystone Resort
including executive chef of The Outpost, an 11,444’ mountaintop facility that includes the AAA Four-Diamond
restaurant, Alpenglow Stube, the Der Fondue Chessel, and the Timber Ridge Café; Chef de Cuisine of Alpenglow
Stube; Sous Chef of Der Fondue Chessel Restaurant; as well as held numerous culinary positions at Keystone’s
Conference Center, IdaBelles, and the Edgewater Café.
A graduate of the Culinary Arts Institute of Seattle, Executive Chef Erik Hyslop, has held the executive chef
position with the Steamboat Grand since 2009, where he has cultivated a diverse menu that utilizes the freshest
ingredients focused on organic, natural and local fare. Before returning to the Grand, Hyslop served as chef de
cuisine for Isabel Pearl, a standout in the heart of the Pearl District in Portland, Oregon, known for food, culture and
architecture. He has held the sous chef and chef of restaurants with the Steamboat Grand overseeing all culinary
aspects across the property. In addition, Hyslop held numerous positions with some of Seattle’s best culinary
establishments including the Troiani and Hotel Vintage Park’s Tulio restaurant.
All the traditional banquet fare is available including an array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, carving stations of Beef, Lamb, Turkey
or Ham in addition to plated or buffet style meals centered around Grilled Chicken Breast, Stuffed Chicken, Salmon, Prime Rib of
Beef, Grilled Tenderloin, Roasted Pork Loin, Grilled Sea Bass, Seafood Pasta or combination plate for dinner at your special function.
All dinners include salad, selection of fresh vegetables and potatoes or rice, bread and whipped butter and coffee, tea and iced tea.
Top off your event with a selection of signature deserts. In addition, full bar service is available featuring Chardonnay, White, Red
and Sparkling Wines; a selection of domestic, micro and imported beers; and call, well and premium liquors. Of course, the resort chef
would be happy to discuss custom options for your event.
SELECTIONS FROM MOUNTAIN BANQUETS
Food Displays
Fruit Carving & International Cheese Display
A beautiful selection of appetizers perfect as a centerpiece with
assorted crackers and baguette.
Italian Antipasto
with Fresh Mozerella, Salami, Tomatoes, Onion Banana and Sweet
Peppers, Olives, Genoa Salami, served with Olive Oil and Italian
Bread
Large Chilled Shrimp Cocktail Bowl
With Brandied Cocktail Sauce
Plated Dinners
Herb Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast
• Roasted corn and tomato salsa
• Wild mushroom cream sauce
Salmon Filet
• Orange ginger glaze
• Lime hollandaise
• Cherry peppercorn sauce
• Sorrel cream Sauce
Sliced Prime Rib of Beef
• Au jus and horseradish cream
• Wild mushroom demi glace
Stuffed Chicken
• Chicken Wellington with Madeira wine sauce
• Cordon Bleu with Digon cream sauce
• Saltimbocca stuffed with Prosciutto, herbs, and cheese, served
with white wine sauce
Grilled Tenderloin
• Peppercorn rub with a Bourbon glaze
• Classic Béarnaise
• Wild Mushroom Demi glace
Roasted Pork Loin
• Southwestern style with chili rub
• Bavarian with Red cabbage and apples
• Ginger soy glazed over bok choy
• Mustard and herb Crusted with pan jus
Grilled Sea Bass
• Orange ginger glaze with almonds.
• Soy glazed with Shiitake Ragoût
Seafood Pasta
• Shrimp scampi over linguini
• Shrimp alfredo with artichoke hearts
• Shrimp in a light tomato cheese sauce with Italian sautéed
vegetables
Carving Stations
Roasted Rack of Lamb
With Herb Crusted with Rosemary Demi Glace
Procini Crusted Pork Loin
With Honey Port Reduction
Buffet Dinners
(includes two selections)
Grilled Salmon
• Baked in wine served with citrus beurre blanc sauce
• Sesame crusted in a light soy glaze
• Ancho cream sauce over black bean salsa
Chicken selection
• Spicy tomato vodka sauce over pasta
• Pesto wine and caper sauce over pasta
• Alfredo with sundried tomatoes
Stuffed Chicken Selections
• Cordon bleu with Dijon cream sauce
• Chicken Diva artichoke hearts, spinach, red peppers in a
parmesan sauce.
• Chicken Florentine with wild mushroom
Sliced Prime Rib
• With au jus and horseradish sauce
• Wild mushroom sauce
Roasted Sliced Turkey with stuffing
• Whole cranberry chutney and lemon zest sauce
• Traditional gravy and cranberry sauce
Vegetarian Dishes
• Fresh linguini with sautéed Italian vegetables with a lemon
wine sauce.
• Vegetable lasagna.
• Julienne vegetables with coconut curry sauce over Jasmine
rice
Deserts
Apple Pie, Carrot Cake, Chocolate Ecstasy, Southern Pecan
Pie, Raspberry Bash Torte, Chocolate Mousse Cup,
New York Style Cheesecake with Raspberry Coulis.
STEAMBOAT GRAND
DINNER ENTREES
BUFFET DINNER ENTREES
Served with Your Choice of Dinner Starter and Dessert
Dinner Entrees Include Fresh Vegetables, Rolls and Butter,
Choice: Fresh Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee or Assorted Tea
Dinner Entrees Include Fresh Vegetables, Rolls and Butter,
Choice: Fresh Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee or Assorted Tea
Duet of Grilled Beef Tenderloin & Lobster Tail with Port Wine

Reduction and Citrus Butter over Basil Pesto Whipped Potatoes
Duet of Oven Roasted Salmon with Lemon Dill Cream & Grilled
Beef Tenderloin With Port Reduction over Sun Dried Tomato
Whipped Potatoes
Duet of Grilled Salmon and Marinated Chicken Breast with Corn
Salsa and Lemon Herb Cream
Grilled Filet Mignon with Caramelized Shallot Demi Glacé Over
Roasted Garlic Whipped Potatoes
Shrimp, Scallop, and Green Lip Mussels over Fettuccini with
Seasonal Vegetable Primavera
Duet of Seared Chicken Breast and Marinated Jumbo Shrimp
Scampi With Mushroom Ragout over Wild Rice Blend
Grilled New York Sirloin Au Poivre with Burgundy Wild
Mushroom Ragout Over Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Seared Chicken Breast with Herbed Lemon Cream over Risotto
Style Orzo
Veal Osso Buco with Root Vegetables Over Mashed Potatoes
Marinated Grilled Swordfish Herbed Citrus Beurre Blanc Over
Wild Rice Blend
Roasted Rosemary Crusted Pork Loin with Pineapple- Mango
Chutney Over Curried Couscous
Miso Rubbed Salmon with Ponzu-Ginger Glaze Served Over Soy
Fried Rice
Braised Lamb Shank with Rosemary Reduction And Potato Puree
Roasted Pepper Stuffed Chicken Breast with Pesto Cream Sauce
Over Wild Rice Blend
Jumbo Spinach Ravioli with Seasonal Vegetable Ragout Over
Roasted Tomato Coulis
Ratatouille of Eggplant, Zucchini, Squash, and Tomato over
Mascarpone Polenta
RECEPTION SPECIALTIES
Seafood Station
Pacific Rim Station
European Chalet Station
Taste Of Tuscany Pasta Station
~THE INTERNATIONAL BUFFET~
New England Clam Chowder
Domestic and Imported Cheese Display with Fruit Garnish
Antipasto Display of Roasted Vegetables and Cured Meats
Chinese Noodle Salad with Stir Fried Vegetables
Baby Spinach Leaves with Sliced Mushrooms, Strawberries, and Lemon
Ginger Vinaigrette
Mixed Green Salad with Pear, Candied Walnuts, and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Smoked Salmon Display with Crème Fraiche, Onions, and Capers
Broiled Salmon with Lemon Emulsion and Wild Rice Blend
Grilled Chicken Breast with Wild Mushroom Cream and Seasonal
Vegetable Medley
Rack of Lamb with Rosemary Demi Glacé and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
~BAVARIAN BUFFET~
Antipasto Display of Roasted Vegetable
Organic Green with Pears, Candied Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Assorted Bratwursts
Boneless Breast of Chicken Schnitzel with a Lemon Butter Sauce
Seafood Strudel
Carrots Glazed with Brown Sugar and Tarragon
Sauerkraut and Gourmet Mustard
Herb Spaetzle
Roasted potatoes
Chocolate Cup with Bavarian Cream, Strudel and Linzer Torte
~THE TUSCANY BUFFET~
White Bean Minestrone Soup with Basil Pesto
Classic Caesar Salad with Parmesan and Garlic Croutons
Domestic and Imported Cheese Display with Fruit Garnish
Antipasto Display of Roasted Vegetables and Cured Meats
Manicotti with Shrimp, Scallop, and Salmon Scampi & Lobster-Tomato
Coulis
Meat or Vegetarian Lasagna with Parmesan Crust
Grilled Chicken Breast with Wild Mushroom Cream
Roasted Rosemary Rubbed Pork Loin with Lentils and Dijon Demi Glacé
Ratatouille of Eggplant, Squashes, Tomatoes and Fresh Herbs
Tiramisu & Cannoli
~COLORADO BUFFET~
Wild Game Chili
Greek Salad of Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives and Feta Cheese
Pistachio Crusted Utah Trout with Blended Wild Rice and Lemon
Emulsion
Grilled Chicken Breast with Sun Dried Tomato Cream & Seasonal
Vegetable Medley
Cheese Cake, German Chocolate Cake, Apple Pie & Éclairs
FROM THE CARVERY
Herb Crusted Slow Roast Prime Rib
Honey Glazed Baked Ham
Seared Beef Tenderloin
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
Roasted Rack of Lamb
Porcini Crusted Pork Loin
DESSERTS
Fresh Fruit Tarte with Crème Anglaise
Chocolate Truffle Cake with Raspberry Coulis
Strawberry Short Cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream
Deep Dish Apple Pie with Carmel Sauce
Triple-Cream Cheesecake with Strawberries
Symphony of Desserts to include:
Miniature Fruit Tart, Petite Cheesecake & Chocolate Mousse in
Chocolate Cup With Chefs Selection of Sauces
~MOUNTAINEER’S BUFFET~
Seasonal Fruit Salad with Wild Berries
Potato Salad with Bacon and Crumbled Bleu Cheese
Corn on the Cob with Melted Butter
Grilled Chicken with Herbed Lemon Cream and Seasonal Vegetable
Medley
Smoked Barbecue Spare Ribs with Whipped Potatoes
Cornbread & Butter
Assorted Fruit Cobblers, Apple and Pecan Pies
* All Food and Beverage is subject to a 20% taxable service charge and applicable sales tax. All selections, pairings, sides and deserts are subject
to change without notice.
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UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE OF
STEAMBOAT’S CHAMPAGNE POWDER® SNOW
History Shows Powder Piles Up In Steamboat, Where Conditions Create Pure Fun
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Snow piling up is a common occurrence in Ski Town, U.S.A.®
and we wouldn’t have it any other way. With two 400+ inch seasons in the past three years and 349 inches of powder
annually, finding pure Champagne Powder snow on the slopes of Steamboat isn’t
Billy Kidd enjoys a little Champagne
difficult.
Powder snow research!
“Steamboat is continually recognized for its abundance of incredible signature snow,”
said Chris Diamond, president & chief operating officer for Steamboat Ski & Resort
Corporation. “Steamboat’s location makes for the lightest snow around, and one that
carries its very own trademark-Champagne Powder snow.”
Every skier worth his weight in Gore-Tex knows the thrill of floating through Steamboat’s
Closet Glades in a foot of untracked powder. OK, maybe not every skier; but even
strangers to Steamboat know that the resort gets some of the best snow anywhere.
So does Steamboat’s legendary snowfall have a basis in scientific facts or is it just a local
folktale? The abundant snowfall is a result of Steamboat’s location within the Park
Range, which is the first significant barrier in the Northern Colorado Rockies to storms
arriving from the Pacific according to scientists who operate the Storm Peak Laboratory,
one of the country’s highest climate laboratories located at 10,568 feet atop Mt. Werner.
“Steamboat gets the snow with the lowest water content in the United States,” says Ian McCubbin, Manager of
Steamboat’s Storm Peak Laboratory, which conducts ongoing snow studies. Steamboat’s powder averages six percent
density. Translation: Ten inches of melted snow from the ’Boat produced a mere six-tenths of an inch of water. Compare
that to the 15-percent density of other location’s snowpack, where 10 inches of melted snow produces an inch and a half
of water. “Other places may get more snow,” says McCubbin. “But Steamboat really does have the greatest snow on the
planet.”
Here's a look at how Mother Nature turns water into something worth celebrating.
Water for Champagne: Wintertime northwesterly storms blow in from the Pacific and hitch a ride on predominant
winds. The storm clouds are saturated with “supercooled water” that remains liquid even though it is below the freezing
point. (The water is essentially looking for particles to freeze to.)
The Long Haul: The Pacific Northwest storms travel about 1,200 miles east, moving across northern Oregon, Idaho,
Nevada, and Utah. Along the way, these wet clouds encounter cold temperatures in the lower part of the troposphere—
roughly five degrees Fahrenheit at 2,000 to 5,000 feet above the earth’s surface—where moisture attaches to dust or tiny
frozen drops and begin to form a large lace-like snowflake known as the (dreamy) stellar dendrite.
Steamboat: The Eye of the Storm: Steamboat is actually a micro mountain range that includes Mount Werner and
Storm, Sunshine, Thunderhead, and Christie Peaks. The Park Range rises up smack in the flight path of these Pacificborn storms. When the clouds encounter the mountains, they first lift, then cool, and ultimately lose their ability to hold
moisture. Down come the (dreamy) stellar dendrites, better known as Champagne Powder; out come the fat boards and
the petty excuses to skip work—even if you’re the boss.
What’s in Store for 2010/2011? Climate data supports optimism for a snowy 2010/11 winter. “We’re expecting a
strong La Niña, and the last strong La Niña treated Steamboat pretty well,” National Weather Service meteorologist Joe
Ramey said. That was the winter of 2007/08, when the Steamboat Ski Area recorded a record 489 inches of Champagne
Powder® snow at mid-mountain. La Niña’s influence on weather patterns in North America is driven by cooling of
ocean temperatures at the surface in the east-central Pacific. La Niña weather patterns tend to favor the Northern
Rockies with winter precipitation, with Steamboat and the Park Range are just far enough north to catch the southern
end of the La Niña storm track.
Over the past 30 years, Steamboat has stacked up several snow milestones including hitting the 400-inch mark seven
times or in local terms, four-wire winter. Yampa Valley ranchers traditionally measure the severity of a Routt County
winter by how high the snow stacks up against their four fence wires. Currently, the top-three season snow totals for
Steamboat include 489 in 2007/08; 447.75 in 1996/97; and 447.5 in 1983/84.
Unique Snow Facts:
Champagne Powder® snow is a trademark of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. Local rancher Joe McElroy
coined the phrase before the ski area opened. Out skiing one sunny day in the early fifties on what terrain that eventually
would be the ski area, he turned to a few friends and said the stuff tickled his nose like champagne...Champagne Powder
snow. No other ski resort has its snow trademarked and there’s no other place you’ll find Champagne Powder snow!
Storm Peak Laboratory: Steamboat is home to one of the country’s highest climate laboratories located at 10,568 feet
atop Mt. Werner. Scientists and students from around the world have used the Storm Peak Lab over the past 25 years to
study snowfall patterns, climate change and weather movements. What better place to study snow and climate than the
home of Champagne Powder snow? www.stormpeak.dri.edu
Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin: Steamboat’s avalanche beacon basin training area makes it easier for powderhounds to
learn about using personal avalanche transmitters in a controlled environment. Located at the Patrol Yurt at the top of
the Pony Express, the Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin currently features 4 transmitters wired to a central control panel.
One, or any combination up to all 4 transmitters, may be configured in varying orientations and depths. Steamboat’s
Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin joins a growing number of Beacon Training Parks across nine states in the United States as
well as numerous locations across Canada and Europe, including Steamboat’s sister resorts-Winter Park and Whistler.
Avalanche conditions across Colorado are forecasted on a daily basis by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
On Film: For nearly three decades, Steamboat unique location and signature Champagne Powder snow has captured the
cinematic attention of legendary filmmakers, Warren Miller Entertainment. The resort has appeared in 13 films since
1982, most recently making an appearance in the 60th installment, Dynasty, last year. Warren Miller is the most
respected name in action sports cinematography, capturing the best of winter sports.
Holiday Delight: Steamboat will grace the cover of the upcoming 2010 Eddie Bauer Holiday catalogue in November,
2010. Savor holiday images of Ski Town, U.S.A.; meet unique individuals from across the Yampa Valley and knock off
all your holiday presents at once. Better yet, spend the holidays in Steamboat, the perfect place to put all your Eddie
Bauer gifts to the test in heaps of Champagne Powder® snow.
International Appeal: This was the 10th year Ellis Brigham, the United Kingdom’s leading mountain sports company,
has shot its annual ski and snowboard catalogues in Steamboat. Why do they choose Ski Town, U.S.A.®? “The snow
conditions continue to be epic and the hospitality ever warmer and we can honestly say that there is no finer place to
take a snowsports holiday!” says Ellis Brigham’s Dave Whitlow.
Winter Driving School: Learning to handle your car on snow-packed roads is possible at the Bridgestone Winter
Driving School. The school teaches the theory and practice of skillful, confident driving on ice and snow, with the latest
models of Toyota vehicles. Located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the school is America's first and foremost
institution to teach safe winter driving techniques. There's not another school like this in the United States!
2007/08
1996/97
1983/84
1995/96
2005/06
CHAMPAGNE POWDER SNOW STATS
DAYS SNOWED
MOST POWDER DAYS (4+”)
1996/97
61 days
1992/93
109
2007/08
58 days
2007/08
106
2005/06
58 days
1996/97
104
2008/09
55 days
2005/06
99
1992/93
51 days
1997/98
95
1999/00
50 days
2008/09
94
2002/03
91
400+ SEASONS
350+ SEASONS
1981/82
383.75
2007/08
489.00
1999/00
369.00
1996/97
447.75
1989/90
364.25
1983/84
447.50
1995/96
441.25
2005/06
432.00
1992/93
423.50
2008/09
405.00
TOP 5 SEASONS
489.00”
447.75”
447.50”
441.25”
432.00”
BIGGEST MONTHS
27.0”
83.0”
165.5”
216.5”
110.5”
83.0”
60.0”
300+ SEASONS
2002/03
344.00
1987/88
333.50
1994/95
320.50
2006/07
316.00
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
2006
2005
1983
1996
1993
1991
1993
STEAMBOAT SNOWFALL STATISTICS
MID MOUNTAIN
Season
October
inches/cm
November
inches/cm
December
inches/cm
January
inches/cm
February
inches/cm
March
inches/cm
April
inches/cm
Totals
inches/cm
2009/10
15.5/39.37
25.5/64.77
55.25/140.34
39.25/99/7
51/129.54
35/88.9
40.25/102.24
261.75/664.85
Rank
23
2008/09
4.75/12.1
35.25/89.5
100/254
109/276.9
47.25/120
72.25/183.5
36.5/92.7
405/1028.7
7
2007/08
17/43.2
23/58.4
126/320.0
129/327.7
104/264.2
79/200.66
11/27.94
489/1242.06
1
2006/07
27/68.6
49/124.5
49/124.5
41/104.1
97.5/247.7
42.5/108.0
10/25.4
316/802.6
14
2005/06
15/38.1
83/210.8
105/266.7
95/241.3
53/134.62
64.75/164.46
16.25/41.28
432/1097.28
5
2004/05
13.5/34.3
54.5/139.5
32/89.9
49/125.4
49/125.4
63/161.3
13/33.3
274/701.4
22
2003/04
3/7.68
74/189.4
76/194.6
44/112.6
58/148.5
36.5/93.4
3.25/8.3
294.75/754.6
16
2002/03
16/41
52/133.1
69/176.6
43.5/111.4
93/238.1
50.5/129.3
20/51.2
344/880.6
11
2001/02
4/10.2
49/125.4
67/171.5
71.5/183
58/148.5
39/99.8
3/7.7
291.5/740.4
18
2000/01
0/0
30/76.8
78/199.7
47/120.3
49/125.4
54/138.2
18/46.1
276/706.6
21
1999/00
0/0
21/53.8
76/197.6
119/304.6
86/220.2
52/133.1
15/38.4
369/944.6
9
1998/99
0/0
13/33.3
50/128
108/276.5
70/179.2
25/64
26/66.6
292/747.5
17
1997/98
0/0
34/87.0
40/102.4
77.5/198.4
65/166.4
60/153.6
14.25/36.5
291/744.9
19
1996/97
26.5/67.8
78/199.7
108/276.5
119.75/306.6
36/92.2
24/61.4
55.5/142.1
447.75/1146.2
2
1995/96
0/0
42.5/107.9
33.75/86.4
216.5/546.6
81.25/208
46.75/199.7
20.5/52.5
441.25/1120.8
4
1994/95
0/0
33.5/85.7
61.5/157.4
93/238.1
59.5/152.3
55.75/142.7
17.25/44.2
320.5/820.5
13
1993/94
0/0
28/71.1
67.25/170.8
57.25/145.4
57.5/146.1
27/68.6
18/45.7
255/647.7
24
1992/93
0/0
22.25/56.9
85/217.6
93/238.1
110.5/282.9
52.75/135
60/152.4
423.5/1075.7
6
1991/92
0/0
19/48.3
28.25/71.6
50/128
48.25/123.5
27/69.1
0.25/0.63
172.75/438.8
28
1990/91
0/0
26/66.0
68.75/174.6
77/197.1
45/114.3
83/210.8
0/0
299.75/761.4
15
1989/90
0/0
27/69.1
133.5/341.8
53.5/137
74/189.4
71.25/182.4
5/12.8
364.25/932.5
10
1988/89
0/0
19/48.6
48.25/123.5
66/169
66.5/170.2
33.25/85.1
21/53.8
254/650.2
25
1987/88
0/0
10.25/26.24
63.75/163.2
105/268.8
84.5/216.3
67/171.5
3/7.68
333.5/853.8
12
1986/87
0/0
1/2.56
16.75/42.9
54.5/139.5
39.5/101.1
43.75/112
11.25/28.8
166.75/426.9
29
1985/86
0/0
43.25/110.7
50/128
21.5/55
75.5/72.9
38/97.3
15.25/39
243.5/623.4
26
1984/85
0/0
61/156.2
53.25/136.3
75/192
43.5/111.4
40.25/103
15.25/39
288.25/737.9
20
1983/84
0/0
55.25/141.4
165.5/423.7
46/117.8
58/148.5
78.75/201.6
44/112.6
447.5/1145.6
3
1982/83
0/0
8/20.5
55.25/141.4
33.5/85.8
64.75/165.8
56.75/145.3
17.5/44.8
235.75/603.5
27
1981/82
0/0
13/33.3
113.5/290.7
124/317.4
44.25/113.3
69.25/177.3
19.75/50.6
383.5/981.8
8
1980/81
0/0
0/0
1/2.56
17/43.5
50.75/129.9
53.5/137
11/28.2
133.25/341.1
30
256.5/656.6
23
1979/80
0/0
0/0
10/25.6
88.75/227.2
54.5/139.5
71.25/182.4
32/81.9
Averages
October
inches/cm
November
inches/cm
December
inches/cm
January
inches/cm
February
inches/cm
March
inches/cm
April
inches/cm
Totals
inches/cm
2-Year Avg.
10.13/25.72
30.38/77.15
77.63/197.17
74.13/188.28
49.13/124.78
53.63/136.21
38.38/97.47
333.38/846.77
3-Year Avg.
12.42/31.45
27.92/70.91
93.75/238.13
92.42/234.74
67.42/171.24
62.08/157.69
29.25/74.30
385.25/978.54
4-Year Avg.
16.06/40.80
33.19/84.30
82.56/209.71
79.56/202.09
74.94/190.34
57.19/145/26
24.44/62.08
367.94/934.56
5-Year Avg.
15.85/40.26
43.15/109.60
87.05/221.11
82.65/209.93
70.55/179.20
58.70/149.10
22.80/57.91
380.75/967.11
10-Year Avg.
11.58/29.40
48.33/122.75
75.73/192.34
66.83/169.74
65.98/167.58
53.65/136.27
17.13/43.50
339.20/861.57
15-Year Avg.
9.48/24.09
44.80/113.79
71.00/180.34
87.27/221.66
66.53/168.99
49.62/126.03
201.7/51.22
348.87/886.12
20-Year Avg.
7.11/18.07
40.04/101.70
68.79/174.72
83.96/213.23
65.94/167.48
49.49/125.70
19.90/50.55
335.23/851.47
All-Year Avg.
4.59/11.66
33.50/85.09
67.31/170.96
76.26/193.70
63.69/161.78
52.02/132.14
19.13/48.59
308.23/782.89
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WINTER OLYMPIC TRADITION EARNS
STEAMBOAT SKI TOWN, U.S.A.® MONIKER
Ski Town USA Has Produced More Winter Olympians Than Any Other Town In North America
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-When winter athletes gathered in 2010, it was called the Winter Games. When
Olympians gather in Steamboat, it’s simply called Friday. Steamboat is known around the globe as Ski Town, U.S.A.® No other town
in North America has produced more winter Olympians than Steamboat Springs, a record 79 and counting. In fact, Steamboat sent
more athletes (17) to the 2010 Games than many small countries.
This statement has grown out of a more than 75-year Olympic
tradition unmatched in the world. Imagine a town where 1 out
of every 145 individuals is an Olympian! In Steamboat, you’re
just as likely to share the gondola with an Olympian, as you are
to be in the checkout line in the local market with one or
enjoying one of the free concerts next to an Olympian.
“Steamboat’s true sense of community, individuals who have
genuine friendly attitudes combined with world-class terrain
and abundant snow, make this simply a great place to live,”
said Rob Perlman, senior vice president-sales & marketing for
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “Imagine you are one of
Steamboat’s World, Olympic or National Champions…you’ve
skied all over the world and you could live anywhere you
wanted. Would you pick your second favorite place? Neither
did any of Steamboat’s Olympians.”
In the early 1900s, high-flying Norwegian Carl Howelsen showed locals that skis could be used for fun as well as work at the local ski
hill in downtown Steamboat Springs. Today, that local hill, Howelsen Hill, is the oldest ski area in continuous use in Colorado and has
the largest and most complete natural ski jumping complex in North America. Howelsen Hill is aptly named after Carl Howelsen, who
earned the nickname “The Flying Norseman,” for his ski jumping act with Barnum and Bailey’s Circus and is credited with bringing
Nordic jumping to the Yampa Valley.
Howelsen Hill is where the likes of five-time Olympian & World Champion Todd Lodwick, the most successful U.S. Nordic
combined skier by just about any yardstick, first snapped on his skis at age 7. It’s also the training ground of World Champion & fourtime Olympian Johnny Spillane, who in 2003 made history by becoming the first American to win a medal in Nordic skiing at the
Winter Games and World Championships. It’s where Steamboat’s first family of skiing, the Werners, first learned the craft every
afternoon after school and the home of the first freestyle camps, The Great Western Freestyle Center, which produced many of the
nation’s first freestyle athletes. It’s where a young Clint Jones first learned to soar as a ski jumper at age 5 enroute to becoming the
youngest American champion in any ski discipline. It’s where 1984 Olympic gold medalist, Deb Armstrong, today as a coach instills
the same skills, determination and drive in young SSWSC club athletes that took her to the top of the alpine skiing world.
Steamboat has a long tradition in the sport and is not only considered the birthplace of freestyle skiing in the hotdog days of the 1970s,
but also Nordic jumping in Colorado going back to the early 1900s. Steamboat’s Winter Olympians have represented eleven different
countries/territories, made over 135 Olympic appearances during 18 Winter Games.
Today, many Olympians still call Steamboat home and continue to train or coach with the SSWSC, one of the largest and oldest
winter sports clubs in the United States as well as ski at the Steamboat Ski Area. Many of The Club’s coaches have championship
medals tucked under their belts and now offer their experience and expertise to young Olympic hopefuls participating in the program’s
specialized disciplines: alpine, cross country, freestyle, Nordic combined, ski jumping, snowboarding and biathlon.
Steamboat kids know so many Olympians on a first name basis, ski/ride beside the ‘real deal’ daily and have the support of the entire
community, that the Winter Games are more than just a dream, they’re a very attainable goal. On Mt. Werner, kids enjoy the snowy
terrain alongside Olympic legends Billy Kidd, Jim ‘Moose’ Barrows, Ann Battelle, Nelson Carmichael, Chad Fleischer, Caroline
Lalive, Todd Lodwick, Johnny Spillane, Erin Simmons and Travis Mayer to name a few.
Carl Howelsen could never have imagined the impact he would have on this small northwest Colorado town. Steamboat’s Olympic
heritage dates back to the 1932 Olympics in Lake Placid, NY, at which the Valley’s first Olympian, John Steele, placed 15th in Nordic
jumping. Eighteen Winter Games, several Olympic medals and numerous World & National championships later, Steamboat is still
the center for snow sports in Colorado and a place you’ll want to experience for the same reasons these folks still enjoy it today.
STEAMBOAT TIDBITS CENTERED AROUND WINTER GAMES
• Steamboat’s Olympic Tradition started in 1932 with John Steele.
• Olympians with ties to Steamboat have represented eleven different countries/territories: Australia, Canada, Czechoslovakia, Great
Britain, Lithuania, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Puerto Rico, Slovakia and the United States.
• Nine athletes have reached the pinnacle of the Winter Games, winning an Olympic medal: Bill Demong-2010 Gold & Silver; Deb
Armstrong-1988 Gold; Johnny Spillane-2010 Silver (3x); Todd Lodwick-2010 Silver; Brett Camerota-2010 Silver; Travis Mayer2002 Silver; Billy Kidd-1964 Silver; Shannon Dunn-Downing-1998 Bronze; and, Nelson Carmichael-1992 Bronze.
• American Firsts: Kidd in Alpine for American men; Dunn in snowboarding for American women; Spillane in Nordic Combined;
and Demong first gold in Nordic Combined.
• Todd Lodwick became Steamboat’s first five-time Olympian. Ann Battelle, Johnny Spillane and Bill Demong are four-time
Olympians.
• Steamboat Olympian Johnny Spillane became the first American to win an Olympic medal in the sport of Nordic Combined at the
2010 Games. In fact, Spillane brought home a silver medal in all three Nordic Combined events.
• Bill Demong captured the sports’ first gold medal for the US in the individual Nordic Combined event.
• The US Nordic Combined team (Demong, Spillane, Lodwick & Camerota) ended an unprecedented 2010 run at the Olympics in
Vancouver with a silver medal in the team event. In fact, a member of US team medaled in every event entered.
• Olympians Storm Iraq: This past spring, members of the US Nordic Combined team, Steamboat locals and former residents all, took
their recently won Olympic medals to the Middle East to share with troops during the Heavy Medal Tour I. It was so successful, that
three months later, Lodwick participate in Heavy Medal Tour II to Gitmo, Cuba with another Steamboat hometown hero, Astronaut
Steve Swanson.
• Three Steamboat Olympians-Buddy Werner, Skeeter Werner Walker and Billy Kidd- have all been featured on the cover of Sports
Illustrated.
• Katy Rodolph-Wyatt, two-time Olympian, was featured on the cover of Newsweek in January 1952.
• Steamboat Olympian, Jim “Moose” Barrows’ spectacular alpine downhill crash was the featured agony of defeat on ABC’s Wide
World of Sports.
• Flags from the host Olympic country hang at Olympian Hall at Howelsen Hill and represent each Steamboat Olympian and the
Games in which they participated.
• The Steamboat Ski Area has an Olympian Display at the mid-mountain Thunderhead Lodge with photos and memorabilia from
Winter Games throughout its 75-year Olympic History.
• Before 2002, Steamboat Olympians Gary Crawford, Jeff Davis and Chris McNeill knew what the pressure and exhilaration is like to
compete in the Winter Games in your home country. All three competed in the 1980 Games in Lake Placid, NY, USA.
• Maria Despas represented for the second time her home country of Australia in the 2002 Winter Games in Freestyle Skiing. She is
the first Australian skier to win a World Championship medal, a silver medal in moguls.
• Steamboat sent more athletes to the 2002 Games (16); 2006 Games (20); and 2010 (17) than many small countries.
• No other town in North America has produced more winter Olympians than Steamboat Springs,
a record 79 and counting.
• Steamboat’s Ron McMorris, a courtesy patroller for the mountain, participated in the 1984
Paralympic Games.
• Steamboat sent 39 volunteers to the 2002 Winter Games who participated in five different
disciplines.
• Current US Nordic Combined Coach and two-time Olympian himself, Dave Jarrett, was the ski
jumping model whose photo appeared on the 2002 Jumping and Nordic Combined programs
and material.
• Steamboat’s Mavericks Superpipe and Giggle Gulch trail were the filming locations for NIKE's
2002 Olympic Ad featuring Barrett Christy and Picabo Street.
• In anticipation of the 2002 Games, a limited edition poster featuring a hand-painted watercolor
etching by Rich Marks of Loris, Skeeter and Buddy Werner in front of the ski runs on the
mountain that bears their family name was commissioned to celebrate seven decades of
Steamboat Olympians. (see right)
• Steamboat has hosted three community-wide Olympian Celebrations before the 2002, 2006 &
2010 Winter Games with 5,000 the first time and close to 10,000 people attending in 2010.
• Ski Town, U.S.A. has hosted the 2010 US Olympic Trials in Freestyle and Nordic Combined; the 2006 US Olympic Trials in
Freestyle and the 2002 Gold Cup in Nordic Combined.
• Olympians Billy Kidd (64 silver medalist) and Nelson Carmichael (92 bronze medalist) offer free clinics throughout the season. In
addition, Deb Armstrong (84 gold medalist) & 3-time Olympian, Caroline Lalive, oversee the monthly Women’s Ski Seminars.
STEAMBOAT OLYMPIANS - Ski Town U.S.A.®
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Athletes
Alan Alborn
1998, 2002, 2006
Bobby Aldighieri
1992
Jim ‘Moose’ Barrows
1968
Eric Camerota
2006
Van Card
1964
Nelson Carmichael
1988, 1992*
Matt Dayton
2002
Bill Demong
98, 02, 06, 10*
Kris Erichsen
1998, 2002
Ann Battelle
92, 94, 98, 02
Manuela Berchtold
2002, 2006
Scott Berry
1972
Philippe Berube
2006
Caroline Calvé
2010
Brett Camerota
2006, 2010*
2010
Nick Cleaver
1992, 1994
Annelise Coberger
1992*, 1994
Gary Crawford
1980, 1988
Marvin Crawford (D)
1952, 1956
Jeff Davis
1980
Patrick Deneen
2010
Maria Despas
1998, 2002
Brendan Doran
1998, 2002
Shannon Dunn
1998*, 2002
Jere Elliott
1968
Jon Elliott
1960
Ted Farwell
1952, 1956, 1960
Kris Feddersen
1988, 1992, 1994
Taylor Fletcher
2010
Kylie Gill
1992, 1998
Michelle Gorgone
2006, 2010
Sacha Gros
1998
Matt Grosjean
1992, 1994, 1998
Ryan Heckman
1992, 1994
Corky Heid (D)
1956
Ray Heid
1960
Jed Hinkley
2002
Dave “DJ” Jarrett
1994, 1998
Tyler Jewell
2006, 2010
Clint Jones
2002, 2006
Ellie Koyander
2010
Caroline Lalive
1998, 2002, 2006
Andy LeRoy
1998
Jana Lindsey
2006, 2010
Todd Lodwick
94, 98, 02, 06, 10*
Kerry Lynch
1980, 1984
Travis Mayer
2002*, 2006
Adam McLeish
2010
Chris McNeill
1976, 1980
Rick Mewborn
1988
Jack Miller
1988
Michael Morse
2010
Crosby Perry-Smith
1952
Maria Quintana
1988
Katy Rodolph-Wyatt (D)
1952, 1956
Ansten Samuelstuen
1960, 1964
Tommy Schwall
2002, 2006
Johanna Shaw
2006, 2010
Erin Simmons
2006
Jason Smith
2006
Johnny Spillane
98, 02, 06, 10*
Richard Stithen
1980
Ryan St. Onge
2006, 2010
John Steele (D)
1932
Tim Tetreault
1992, 1994, 1998
Craig Thrasher
1994
Linas Vaitkus
1998
Carl Van Loan
2002, 2006
Randy Weber
1994, 1998
Keith Wegeman
1952
Paul Wegeman
1952
Buddy Werner (D)
1956, 1960, 1964
Loris Werner
1964, 1968
Skeeter Werner (D)
1952, 1956
Todd Wilson
1988, 1992
Gordon Wren (D)
1948
Kimiko Zakreski
2010
Hank Kashiwa
1972
Callan Chythlook Sifsof
Tarsha Ebbern
1992
OLYMPIANS – Ties to Steamboat
Deb Armstrong
1984*, 1988
Martin Bayer
1992, 1994
Jan Bucher
1988
Sean Colgan
1980
Chad Fleischer
1994, 1998
Jarle Halsnes
1980
Fred Honebein
1996
Anne Kakela
1996
Billy Kidd
1964*, 1968
Ron McMorris
1984
Chris Puckett
1992
Ivana Radlova
1988
Thedo Remmelink
1988
Jorge Torruellas
1988, 1992
Rich Weiss (D)
1992, 1996
Swen Wiik
1948
Thedo Remmelink
2002
Park Smalley
1992, 1994
Don St. Pierre
1998, 2002
Erik Steinberg
1984, 1988
Tom Steitz
1994, 1998, 2002
Ski Town U.S.A.® - Olympic Coaches
Bobby Aldighieri
2002, 2006
Jeff Good
1992, 1994, 1998
Dave “DJ” Jarrett
2006, 2010
*
Olympic medalist
(D) Deceased
Swen Wiik
1960
All individuals have trained/worked with the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; lived in
Steamboat during their Olympic career or currently live in Steamboat
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2010/2011
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
(Events/Dates Subject To Change Without Notice)
SEPTEMBER 2010
9/4-6...................Labor Day Celebration featuring Wild West Air Fest,
Stock Dog Challenge, Rocky Mtn Bull Bash & More
9/5......................26th 10K at 10,000 Feet Trail Run
9/9......................Rosh Hashanah
9/11....................Emerald Mountain Trail Run
9/17-19...............Steamboat OktoberWest
9/18....................Run, Rabbit, Run!, 50-Mile Ultra Marathon
9/24-25 ..............KITball Klassic Kickball Tournament
OCTOBER 2010
10/2....................18th Literary Sojourn Festival of Authors
10/15-16 ............SSWSC Ski & Sport Swap
10/15-17.............Sisters in Steamboat
10/31..................Pumpkin Festival & Downtown Halloween Stroll
NOVEMBER 2010
11/2....................Election Day
11/7....................Daylight Savings Ends
11/11..................Veterans Day
11/24..................Scholarship & Opening Day
11/24..................United DEN Nonstop Flight Begins
11/25..................Thanksgiving
11/25-12/17........Ski Free at Steamboat Lodging Package
JANUARY 2011
1/1......................New Year’s Day
1/3-5...................Billy Kidd Race Camp
1/5-10.................12th MusicFest At Steamboat
1/10-13...............6th All Mountain Adaptive Camp
1/11-13...............27th Women’s Ski Camp
1/TBA................Ski Jam VIII
1/14-20...............National Safety Awareness Week
1/17....................Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
1/16-21...............22nd Steamboat Weather Summit™
1/18....................37th Bud Light Cowboy Downhill (Stampede)
1/26-30...............Flatland Ski Association
DECEMBER 2010
12/1 ................... Hanukkah Begins
12/1-3/30 ........... Women’s Club Clinics (Wednesday)
12/3-3/25 ........... Free Heel Fridays
12/4 ................... SSWSC Ski Ball
12/4-11 .............. Crescent Ski Council Race Camp
12/4-5 ................ Continental Cup-Nordic Combined (Howelsen)
12/5-6 ................ Learn-to-Ski/Ride Weekend
12/5-10 .............. American Airlines Race Camp
12/5-3/27 ........... Over the Hill Gang (Daily)
12/6-10 .............. 27th Crescent Ski Council Race Camp
12/12-13 ............ Learn-to-Ski/Ride Weekend
12/13-4/3 ........... NASTAR Ski Racing (Daily)
12/14-16 ............ 27th Women’s Ski Camp
12/16 ................. Delta ATL Nonstop Flight Begins
12/16 ................. American ORD & DFW Nonstop Flight Begins
12/16 ................. Frontier DEN Nonstop Flight Begins
12/16 ................. Continental IAH Nonstop Flight Begins
12/18 ................. Delta MSP Nonstop Flight Begins
12/18 ................. Continental EWR Nonstop Flight Begins
12/18-1/7 ........... Teen Challenge
12/20-22 ............ Billy Kidd Race Camp
12/20-1/7 ........... Desperados & Jackalopes Ski Weeks
12/21-3/24 ......... Mavericks Park & Pipe Clinics (Tuesday & Thursday)
12/25 ................. Christmas
12/27-29 ............ Billy Kidd Race Camp
12/30 ................. Desperados Torchlight Parade
12/31 ................. Sprint NYE Torchlight Parade & Fireworks
12/31 ................. Kids’ Adventure Club @ Night NYE Special
FEBRUARY 2011
2/2 ..................... Groundhog Day
2/TBA ............... 12th Airline Partners’ Summit
2/2-6 .................. 98th Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival
2/4 ..................... Soda Pop Slalom (Stampede)
2/6 ..................... Super Bowl XLV
2/6-11 ................ NAASF
2/8-10 ................ 27th Women’s Ski Camp
2/14 ................... Valentine’s Day
2/14 ................... Sprint Torchlight Parade & Fireworks
2/17 ................... Desperados Torchlight Parade
2/18-25 .............. Teen Challenge
2/21 ................... President’s Day
2/21-25 .............. Desperados & Jackalopes Ski Week
2/21-23 .............. Billy Kidd Race Camp
2/23 ................... Hazie Werner Award Reception
2/26 ................... Bud Light Rocks the Boat FREE Concert
2/26-3/5............. National Brotherhood of Skiers Summit
2/27 ................... Vertical Express for MS (Sitz/See Me)
MARCH 2011
3/1-3...................27th Women’s Ski Camp
3/4......................Bud Light Rocks the Boat FREE Concert
3/8......................Mardi Gras/Fat Tuesday
3/8-13.................Freestyle Junior Olympics
3/12-25...............Teen Challenge
3/13....................Daylight Savings Begins
3/14-16...............Billy Kidd Race Camp
3/14-25...............Desperados & Jackalopes Ski Week
3/15-18...............Alpine J4 Junior Olympics
3/17....................St. Patrick’s Day
3/17....................Sprint Torchlight & Fireworks
3/19....................Bud Light Rocks the Boat FREE Concert
3/19-21...............All Mountain Adaptive Kids Camp
3/19-22...............Millennium Bank FIS Jr Championships
3/21-23...............Billy Kidd Race Camp
3/26....................Bud Light Rocks the Boat FREE Concert
SIGNATURE EVENTS
APRIL 2011
4/1-10 ................ Springalicious Celebration
4/1-10 ................ Ski Free at Steamboat Lodging Package
4/2 ..................... Bud Light Rocks the Boat FREE Concert
4/9 ..................... 31st Cardboard Classic
4/10 ................... 4th Splashdown Pond Skim
4/10 ................... Bud Light Rocks the Boat FREE Concert
4/10 ................... Closing Day
4/24 ................... Easter
All events, dates & times subject to change without notice
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STEAMBOAT SPRINGS WINTER SPORTS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP DAY-November 24, 2010
Scholarship Day marks the first day of the season with revenues from the day’s specially priced ticket benefiting the Steamboat Springs
Winter Sports Club Scholarship Fund. Scholarship Day has raised over more than $550,000 since 1991/92. This fund provides financial
support for deserving local children participating in Club programs. In fact, the Winter Sports Club is one of the oldest and most
recognized ski clubs in the United States and was named for the unprecedented third time, the United States Ski & Snowboard
Association’s Club of the Year (2007, 2004 & 1999).
27th WOMEN’S SKI CAMP–Dec. 14-16, 2010; Jan. 11-13, Feb. 8-10 & March 1-3, 2011
Professional Ski Instructor Association National Alpine Team member (2004-2008) and 1984 Olympic Gold medalist, Deb Armstrong, is
joined this season by three-time Olympian Caroline Lalive in leading the Steamboat Women’s Ski Camp. Under their direction, all
certified female coaches lead this program for women only, with an emphasis on camaraderie and skill improvement in a positive
atmosphere that maximizes learning. All programs include breakfast at Stoker on day one, lunch at Hazie’s daily, First Tracks on second
and third day, technical equipment session on day one, and culminate with a social cocktail gathering on the last day of the program. Also
enjoy a variety of special deals and gifts as participants! For intermediate and above skiers, levels 5-8. Camp times are: 8:00am-3:00pm.
CONTINENTAL CUP–December 4-5, 2010
See the up and coming athletes from around the globe compete in the Nordic Combined Continental Cup at Howelsen Hill in downtown
Steamboat Springs. Howelsen, the oldest continuously operating ski area in Colorado--dating back to the early 1900s, is the birthplace of
Nordic jumping in Colorado. Nordic Combined mixes the explosiveness of ski jumping with the strength and endurance of cross-country
skiing.
SPRINT TORCHLIGHT PARADES & FIREWORKS–December 31, 2010; February 14 & March 17, 2011
The Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School treats tourists and locals to spectacular on-snow parades down the mountain lit only by torches.
The parades are in celebration of a holiday or local event throughout the season. In conjunction with the torchlight parades, a fireworks
display will illuminate the sky providing a perfect ending to the evening. Again this year, the young ones get a chance to ski down the
mountain and join in the excitement as a special finale to the Desperados Ski Week program. The Desperados Torchlight Parades are
December 31st and February 17th.
12th ANNUAL MUSICFEST AT STEAMBOAT–January 5-10, 2011
Steamboat MusicFest--the ONLY festival that brings the finest Texas and Americana music to the snow swept Colorado Rockies for a full
week of sport and song. Eighteen bands will perform over the six days in the heart of the Rocky Mountains featuring free après-ski
concerts, evening concerts and special engagements throughout the week including over 40 live performances, from an increasingly
diverse line up of artists with styles ranging from country to rock, blues to bluegrass, folk and western swing, and everything in between.
Six days, 40 bands & one really big tent-don’t miss it! www.bigskitrip.com.
SKI JAM VII-January TBA, 2010
Combining sound, sight, and sport, Ski Jam offers the rare opportunity to experience the foremost jam bands and the world-class
snowboarding and skiing of one of the top resorts in North America during the 8th Annual Ski Jam. Witness the musical skills of
renowned jam band artists right at the base of the mountain. The all-encompassing Jam Tent offers a huge stage, full service bar, a beer
garden and plenty of room to experience the best of jams.
6th ANNUAL STEAMBOAT ALL MOUNTAIN ADAPTIVE SKI CAMP-January 10-13, 2011
The Steamboat All-Mountain Adaptive Ski Camp is part of the Adaptive Adventures Series and DSUSA Ski Tour. This event combines
instructor and volunteer training, adaptive ski clinics, and a backcountry powder cat trip with Steamboat Powdercats for men and women
with disabilities. With significant interest last year, the camp is anticipating increased participating this year with around 20 disabled
participants, including special guests. For intermediate to advanced skiers with physical disabilities. Must have post-injury skiing
experience. www.adaptiveadventures.org
37th ANNUAL BUD LIGHT COWBOY DOWNHILL-January 18, 2011
It all began 36 years ago when Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of Skiing, and Larry Mahan, six-time All-Around World Champion
cowboy, decided to invite a few of the ProRodeo stars to Steamboat for a day of skiing. The cowboys had such a great time that the
Downhill has become the most popular event of the season with over 100 of the best professional rodeo cowboys competing in the most
unique ski rodeo in the country. Sponsored by Bud Light, the Cowboy Downhill is always scheduled to coincide with the National
Western Stock Show in Denver.
NATIONAL SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK-January 14-20, 2011
The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation enhances its company-wide strategic initiative of safe and responsible skiing and riding with a
variety of special activities planned for National Safety Awareness Week. A variety of safety programs will take place across the
Steamboat Ski Area throughout the week including: mountain safety tips; special Steamboat Ski Patrol T-shirt as well as delicious “Avy”
hot dogs on sale; demos in Beacon Basin, back country avalanche awareness; helmet checks; specials on helmet purchases; daily safety
messaging on grooming reports and individual chairlift message boards; NSAA safety posters, Heads-Up buttons handed out by
Ambassadors as well as available at the Information Center. The resort typically kicks off its annual Safety Awareness Poster Contest for
elementary-school children with visits by patrol during this week.
22nd ANNUAL STEAMBOAT WEATHER SUMMIT™-January 16-21, 2011
Television weathercasters from around the nation will convene in Steamboat for the 22nd Steamboat Weather Summit this January. The
conference has gained a national reputation as one of the finest programs in the meteorological industry. See if your hometown
meteorologist is in Steamboat conducting weather and a little powder research this week!
12th ANNUAL AIRLINE PARTNERS SUMMIT-February TBA, 2011
Designed by the Steamboat Ski resort as a way to recognize the importance of the company’s relationships with its airline partners, the
12th Annual Airline Partners Summit brings top level airline executives to the resort for seminars that target issues affecting the travel
industry, a key note presentation and networking. Steamboat is accessible by nonstop air service from seven major U.S. airports on
American, Continental, Delta, Frontier and United Airlines in addition to one-stop connecting service from more than 200 other domestic
and international cities.
98th STEAMBOAT SPRINGS WINTER CARNIVAL-February 2-6, 2011
The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, one of the largest and oldest winter sports clubs in the U.S., hosts the 98th Steamboat Springs
Winter Carnival, the oldest continuing Winter Carnival west of the Mississippi. For several days, the entire town is given over to racing,
ski jumping, chariot racing, a parade featuring Steamboat’s skiing high school band (the only one in the United States), the famous ski
jöring events down Lincoln Avenue, and the spectacular night show featuring the legendary Lighted Man & fireworks display.
NATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF SKIERS SUMMIT-February 26-March 5, 2011
National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS) will host its annual “Summit” at Steamboat Springs, Colorado from February 26-March 5, 2011.
Up to 1,000 skiers, riders and winter enthusiasts from more than 75 NBS clubs across the nation and the United Kingdom will participate
in this weeklong event. The NBS held its first annual gathering in 1973. Steamboat has served as the host resort for NBS annual
gatherings on five previous occasions - in 1978, 1982, 1989, 1995 and 2007. The resort has also served as the host site for many NBS
regional and club trips.
SNOW EXPRESS FOR MS-February 27, 2011
This annual race raises more than $50,000 for the Jimmie Heuga Center benefiting patients of multiple sclerosis. Billy Kidd is always on
hand to support his 1964 Olympic teammate, Jimmie Heuga, who died earlier in the spring of 2010, in this very worthwhile cause. Come
help the fight against multiple sclerosis with Billy Kidd and Steamboat.
BUD LIGHT ROCKS THE BOAT FREE CONCERT SERIES – February 26, March 4, 19, 26, April 2 and 10, 2011
The Steamboat Ski Area will again be rockin’ this spring as the Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Music Series returns for the 12th season
offering a great mixture of various musical genre. The Rocks the 'Boat series has brought together everything from bluegrass and New
Orleans style rhythm & blues to a traditional Irish sound. Bands play for two uninterrupted hours right at the base of the ski area where
non-skiing/riding music enthusiasts and all ages are able to enjoy the spring après-scene too. Past free concerts have included Big Head
Todd & the Monsters, Ozomatli, Susan Tedeschi, Gin Blossoms, Joseph Israel, North Mississippi All Stars, Freddy Jones Band, Sister
Hazel, Young Dubliners, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, The Dudes, and The Samples.
31st ANNUAL CARDBOARD CLASSIC-April 9, 2011
The Cardboard Classic, Steamboat’s traditional rite of spring celebrating over three decades of fun, features homemade crafts constructed
only from cardboard, glue, string, water based paint, duct tape and masking tape racing down the face of Headwall to a hysterical finish.
The uniqueness and creativity of the race make it an event looked forward to every year.
4th ANNUAL SPLASHDOWN POND SKIM-April 10, 2011
Springalicious will feature its signature SPLASHDOWN Pond Skimming Competition Sunday, April 11th. Steamboat’s bravest (and
maybe craziest) skiers/riders will attempt to cross an ice-cold pond at the base of the mountain, while being judged on distance, outfit
creativity, and crowd response.
CLOSING DAY-April 10, 2011
The Steamboat Ski Area closes out the 2010/2011 season on Sunday, April 10th.
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MUSICFEST FEATURES 6 DAYS OF INCREDIBLE
MUSIC BY 40 BANDS IN ONE REALLY BIG TENT
Steamboat Is The Music Capital Of The Rockies
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Steamboat may be best known as Ski Town, U.S.A® but sometimes
the moniker Music Town, U.S.A. might be more appropriate. Once a year the music scene in Steamboat Springs rivals that of
other notorious music hubs in the US as the MusicFest descend on the northern Colorado town bringing the best artists
around for a week of incredible concerts and live performances. This year the stage is set for January 5-10, 2011.
"Steamboat is all about mixing fun with adventure, and what better fun is out there
than a week long festival of the best Americana artists out there?" said Rob Perlman,
senior vice president of sales and marketing for Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation.
"Each year a diverse group of musicians brings a variety of music styles to
Steamboat. You can spend your days rocking on the mountain and then rock out in
the evenings. There’s no end to the fun available during MusicFest."
Forty bands will perform over the six days in the heart of the Rocky Mountains
featuring free après-ski concerts, evening concerts and special engagements
throughout the week including 50 live performances, from an increasingly diverse
line up of artists with styles ranging from country to rock, blues to bluegrass, folk
and western swing, and everything in between. The 2011 festival boasts a stunning
roster that includes both legends and rising talents alike.
"This is the ideal time for fans to share a week of activities, both on the slopes and
off, with their favorite performers," said John Dickson, president of Dickson
Productions. "Toss in plenty of Champagne Powder® snow and the laid back western
atmosphere of Steamboat and you have an unbeatable combination at an extremely
affordable price."
This marks the 26th year that John Dickson has been organizing first-class group ski
travel to Steamboat, complete with personal service, competitive package pricing on
the best accommodations, and a jam-packed schedule of activities and events. John
Dickson's innovation of mixing hot, live music centered around a large group trip to
Steamboat has significantly changed the group trip landscape. Dickson Productions
and the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. present the MusicFest at Steamboat.
Log onto www.themusicfest.com for all the details and up-to-the-minute schedule of performers. MusicFest packages may
be booked through www.themusicfest.com or toll-free at 1-888-754-8447 as well as through Steamboat Central
Reservations® at 800-922-2722 or online at www.steamboat.com.
2011 MUSICFEST ARTISTS
Rodney Crowell- Rodney Crowell started his career with Emmylou Harris's Hot Band and formed his own
group, The Cherry Bombs, in 1977. Since then Crowell has released several albums, won a Grammy for the
Best Country Song and was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Crowell songs have been
recorded by artists such as Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Jimmy Buffet, Bob Seger,
George Strait, Keith Urban, Wynonna Judd, Tim McGraw, Lee Ann Womack and many more.
The Band of Heathens - The Band of Heathens just released their self-titled studio debut and as of press time,
it sits at #4 on the Americana Chart and #30 on the Texas Music Chart. The album features the Heathens as live
as ever, only this time they're in a recording studio with special guests Patty Griffin, Stephen Bruton, Gurf
Morlix, and Ray Wylie himself.
Reckless Kelly - Reckless Kelly began making waves in Texas shortly after moving to Austin from Bend,
Oregon, where the band formed more than 11 years ago. They've built a fiercely loyal fan base in the Lone Star
state and western territories, including the brothers' native Idaho, but they're captivating new audiences in
Chicago, New York, the Southeast (including the N.C. home of their new label, Yep Roc), and even industryhardened Nashville.
Billy Joe Shaver - With tons of life’s hardships and legendary songs under his belt, Billy Joe has been through
a lot and has successfully risen to the occasion. Amidst being down and out, Shaver tried his luck songwriting
in Nashville and was finally give a chance by Bobby Bare in 1968. Since then legends such as Kris
Kristofferson, Tom T. Hall, Waylon Jennings, the Allman Brothers, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash have record
his songs. He’s released over 20 albums with several hit songs.
Bart Crow Band- While enlisted in the US Army Crow found himself with a lot of downtime. He taught
himself guitar and filled the pages of his music journal. In 2005 he released his debut record “Finally” followed
by 2008’s “Desperate Hearts.” Their newest album Heartworn Tragedy has had two #1 hits “Saying Goodbye”
and “Run with the Devil”. The record’s success has given way to their upcoming live album recording at
Brewster Street Icehouse in Corpus Christi. It is the first live album ever recorded at Brewster Street. Release of
“Brewster Street Live” will be soon after MusicFest.
Charlie Robison - False modesty has never been the style of this native Texan, known for saying what's on his
mind and letting the chips fall where they may. Along the way, he's developed a reputation as brash and
cocksure, a little ornery, a maverick within a country music industry that prefers artists who are easier to
manage, package and promote.
blacktopGYPSY - Andie Kay Joyner and Heather Stalling had to experience life before they could write about
it. For a decade the girls groomed themselves for a own band by separately backing Texas artists such as Mark
David Manders, Max Stalling, Johnny Lee, Tommy Alverson, Bob Schneider and more. After several failed
relationships, a handful of misfortunes, and countless all-night jam sessions, Stalling and Joyner co-produced
their debut CD, blacktopGYPSY. blacktopGYPSY took to the stage in 2006 and now they’re turning the page
to a new era in Americana music.
Brandon Rhyder- Brandon Rhyder is a staple of the Texas music scene. When you hear the voice you know
it’s unmistakably him. His band is tight and eclectic and energetic. Brandon will tell you up front that this new
record is the best he has ever done. ‘Head Above Water’ is the title of the entire collection and thematically the
centerpiece on display. Twelve solid tracks with one hidden gem that you’ll find as unique as the rest of this
collection of stories
Cash’d Out - Cash'd Out is the premier Johnny Cash tribute band in the world and the only tribute band
endorsed by and linked to the official Johnny Cash website. Live shows reference the late, great Man in Black's
early Columbia era and Sun Records sound, combined with the energy of the classic multi-platinum live
recordings from Folsom Prison and San Quentin. They have over 100 songs in their repertoire, and can deliver
hours of non-stop entertainment, including the June Carter Cash duets.
Cody Canada & Full Band - Cross Canadian Ragweed front man Cody Canada joined forces with Seth James
and Jeremy Plato to create a brand of rock that resurrects a classic sound and births a new one at the same time.
Drummer, Dave Bowen, who has formerly played with Stoney LaRue and Bleu Edmonson will be part of this
super groups' rhythm backbone. Those attending the 2011 MusicFest will be the very first individuals to
experience the grand premiere of Cody Canada & Full Band!
Corb Lund and The Hurtin’ Albertans - Losin’ Lately Gambler, is the 6th album from Corb Lund. He has
been named Roots Artist of the Year by the Canadian Country Music Association for the last five years running
and was again nominated this year. He collected the Roots and Traditional Album of the Year trophy for his
album Hair in My Eyes Like a Highland Steer at the 2006 JUNO Awards (the Canadian Grammys), and took
home the CCMA Album of the Year. They have appeared with alt-country stars like Robert Earl Keen and
Hayes Carll.
Matt Skinner - Not much more than an outpost in the high desert mountains of West Texas, Alpine, Texas
served as the perfect foundry to produce this magnificent singer / songwriter / storyteller / artist. Winner of the
1999 Tom T. Hall Music Scholarship in Commercial Music from South Plains College and a 2002 graduate of
Texas State University, Matt now dedicates himself to the pursuit of the arts.
Jack Ingram and the Beat Up Ford Band - Jack Ingram was named "Top New Male Vocalist" at the 43rd
Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Five hit singles and six major tours later, Ingram accepted the
ACM honor and, from the stage, encouraged other artists to continue, despite the odds. Ingram remains in the
forefront of country music with his latest album Big Dreams & High Hopes, the seventh studio disc of his
career.
Dirty River Boys- The Dirty River Boys fuse older style folk (Woody Guthrie, Kingston Trio) and hints of
bluegrass with a modern flare. What sets The Dirty River Boys apart from many acts can be summed up in one
word - Passion. Every member is completely devoted to life as a musician. This shines through during their
performance and captivates the audience, allowing them to truly feel the emotion and meaning of each song.
Fred Andrews - Honeybrowne’s front man, singer, songwriter, Fred Andrews comes by his sound and success
honestly, drawing from a rich palette of inspirations and then going out and road-testing the music he creates to
ensure that it makes a genuine connection with music-loving listeners. Andrews hooked up with noted Austin
producer, songwriter and artist Mark Addison to record Honeybrowne’s albums Something to Believe In and
Mile By Mile.
Gary P. Nunn and The Bunkhouse Band - Gary P. Nunn has been Taking Texas to the Country (new album
release) to the world for 40 years now, establishing himself as an icon of Lone Star music. His composition
"London Homesick Blues," with its internationally known "I wanna go home with the Armadillo" chorus, is a
signature Texas country song and the theme for the PBS show "Austin City Limits" for nearly three decades.
The All Music Guide hails him as "a Texas music institution."
Micky and The Motorcars - Now established as one of the best-drawing bands on the lucrative Texas Music
circuit, Micky and the Motorcars are currently speeding across the Americana horizon with an already loyal
following in tow. The alt-country quintet had plenty of time to make Na•ve, their brand new studio album.
George Devore - George Devore is making a mark with a worldly voice, honest songs and a stage presence that
caused Playboy to name him a "Pop-Powerhouse". He’s been recognized for his captivating and high-energy
shows, including rock, pop and male vocalist. He’s garnered a following with much-anticipated local shows at
the Saxon Pub and Antone’s; toured Europe, was on German National Television and made numerous
international and American radio station appearances.
Midnight River Choir - Well known for making sure everyone is having fun, their audiences have come to
expect it with each performance. That energy is culminated with their newly released CD "Freedom Wine".
Self-produced and released May 2008, Freedom Wine spent 5 weeks in the number 3 slot at Lonestar Music and
their success hasn't stopped there.
Jonathan Tyler and The Northern Lights - Something magical happens when you combine the ferocity of
youthful abandon with the serenity of an old soul. Enter Jonathan Tyler and the Northern Lights; a soul singing
and fiercely hard rocking band. In just one listen, this brood will have you right where they want you -- rocking.
Hal Ketchum - Hal Ketchum's Father Time is the ninth album in a distinguished musical career that includes
some of Ketchum's most recent compositions as well as the first song he ever wrote. A member of the Grand
Ole Opry since 1994, he has forged his own singular presence in popular music thanks to his vibrant talent and
creativity, artistic integrity and natural soulfulness.
Kristen Kelly & Modern Day Drifters - Kristen Kelly and The Modern Day Drifters are a collection of
musicians from all corners of the country, with a variety of influences ranging from country to hard rock. The
band is fronted by lead vocalist Kristen Kelly, who co-wrote "Down in Flames" with Brandon Jenkins and
Stoney LaRue. Their new album Placekeeper is available now.
Kevin Fowler - From pubs to arenas, from dance halls to county fairs, the name Kevin Fowler always means a
full house and cheering crowds. Kevin delivers 100% Texan country with style.
Walt Wilkins - San Antonio-born Walt Wilkins has been called a genius, more than once, and a writer the
caliber of John Steinbeck and his voice as comfortable as a pair of old blue jeans, and he is, and has, all of that.
His crafting of story-songs, hard-edged vocals to sing them and a plaintive guitar have made him a fixture of the
Texas music scene (and Nashville before that).
Jason Boland and The Stragglers - If Jason Boland and the Stragglers newest record, Comal County Blue, is
anything like his four previous studio releases, fans will indulge on old school country undertones layered
effortlessly over classic themes.
Randy Rogers Band - The Randy Rogers Band is poised for the highly anticipated self-titled release, the
group's sophomore effort on Mercury Nashville. Raised in Cleburne, Texas, by age 11 Randy Rogers was
writing songs and teaching himself how to play music, listening to influences like Merle Haggard, Willie
Nelson, Don Williams, the Beatles and even Pearl Jam
Cory Morrow - Born and raised in Texas, Cory Morrow started strumming guitar at the age of 15. Inspired to
give expression to his own emotions Morrow began penning his own songs. Fifteen years, and thousands of live
shows later, Morrow has emerged as one of the lone star state's best-loved artists.
Kevin Welch - If you're familiar with Welch than you know the magnetism that lies beneath his work. With
artists such as Steve Earle, Waylon Jennings, Garth Brooks, Ricky Skaggs, The Judds, and many more taking
his songs and making them their own, it is evident what a sanctified writer Welch is. It was no surprise that
Welch was chosen as the MusicFest 2009 Tribute Artist!
The Trishas - The Trishas got together towards the end of 2008 for what they thought was going be one show,
a tribute to songwriter Kevin Welch at 2009's MusicFest. The four songstresses, Jamie Wilson, Liz Foster,
Kelley Mickwee and Savannah Welch came together to do just that, sing for the sake of the songs.
Wade Bowen - With a proven track record of stellar releases, growing pains are nowhere in sight for this
charismatic Texas born singer-songwriter-front man who continues to sell out top venues and expand his
repertoire of co-writes with the likes of Ray Wylie Hubbard, Cody Canada, and Pat Green.
Jason Eady - When Jason Eady and his cohorts went into the studio to record Wild Eyed Serenade, they taped
in one open room to reproduce the feel of their live shows. The unique and versatile album was named to the
Top 50 Albums Of The Year in the 2007 No Depression Reader's poll and has stirred a buzz around the
Mississippi born songwriter.
Stoney LaRue and The Arsenals - At 3 years old, Stoney LaRue could be found belting out "Swinging" by
John Anderson on his Mr. Microphone radio. He never really pictured himself doing anything else but making
good music, so LaRue eventually made his way to the state's Red Dirt hotbed of Stillwater, where he began to
develop his individualized style from a widespread range of influences.
Tina Wilkins - All the Rage recently noted that Tina is raising eyebrows with her lovely voice and mature
songwriting skills. Her influences are likely too long to list, ranging from musical to the generalities of
everyday life.
Roger Creager - For more than a decade, Roger Creager has built a reputation on his distinctive brand of hardcore, rabble-rousing Texas Country music, on his rich, full-bodied voice that can carry a tune for miles, and on
his exceptional ability to work thousands of Texans into a rabid frenzy with his voice and guitar, in the great
concert tradition of Jerry Jeff Walker and Robert Earl Keen.
Kip Attaway – Kip Attaway hits in the top 100 include "Rock Springs to Cheyenne" and "Wild Western Wind
Blown Band." Kip is responsible for introducing various artists and writers. When Jerry Jeff Walker Kip taught
him "Trashy Women" thus introducing him to the songwriter Chris Wall. Kip is also responsible for introducing
Robert Earl Keen to the music of Fred Eaglesmith.
Sean McConnell - Sean McConnell has been performing on stage ever since he can remember. He was born
into a family of full-time musicians, Growing up in the coffee houses of the Boston folk scene, Sean spent his
time writing songs and it all came naturally. An exceptional young talent, Sean McConnell is sure to blow you
away lyrically, vocally and all-round musically.
Kyle Park - Park made his first CD in 2005 and has been touring ever since. Park has a new EP out that is a
forecast of his up-and-coming full-length album. With such talent its no surprise that Park has performed with
or opened for Asleep at the Wheel, Clint Black, Tracy Lawrence, Mark Chestnutt, Gary Allan, Jack Ingram,
Randy Rogers Band and Eli Young Band.
Lee Brice - With a passion for song writing, Brice was brought onboard for a writing deal with Curb Music
Publishing. This rising country star has had songs covered by a diverse group of artists including Jason Aldean,
Keith Gattis and Cowboy Crush. His latest album is Love Like Crazy.
Luke Olson - A senior at Texas Tech in Lubbock, Texas, Luke has recorded three albums, Maybe Someday,
Southern Skies, and PANHANDLE SUNSET. Olson has won "Best New Artist" at the Annual Current
Magazine Music Awards Ceremony in San Antonio and was also selected as the Best Local Country and
Western Band by the readers of The University Daily in Lubbock, Texas.
Matt King - With a few albums under his belt, including the debut Five O’Clock Hero, King’s twangy accent
and country-music sound has landed King on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. He also participated in a Johnny
Russell tribute at the Opry alongside Earl Scruggs, Roy Clark, Ricky Skaggs, and Vince Gill.
Max Stalling - While listening to Dallas community radio Max discovered a whole new chapter in his life;
singer/songwriter. Stalling composes songs that seem about the here and now yet seem to also have one foot
planted in the past. Stalling’s shows are at once intimate and up-close with him chatting up the crowd between
songs, and a ‘tour de force’ of sound on the shoulders of his top-shelf band.
Paul Overstreet - Overstreet has written and co-written 27 top ten songs, his first being George Jones', Same
Ole Me. Many have recorded his songs including Randy Travis, Tanya Tucker, Keith Whitley, Alison Kraus,
Kenny Chesney, Glen Campbell, Travis Tritt and more. Overstreet has earned two Grammy Awards. BMI
honored Overstreet as Songwriter of the Year for five consecutive years from 1987-1991. This is a mark on the
Music Row wall that has not been reached before or since.
Radney Foster - For 24 years Foster has thrived as a songwriter, recording artist, live performer and producer.
His songs--solo, with Foster and Lloyd and recorded by other artists such as Keith Urban, Jack Ingram, Dixie
Chicks, Darden Smith, Dierks Bentley, Sara Evans and more--have topped the country, Texas, Americana, and
AAA charts alike. Foster's latest release Revival was rated "One of the best albums of the year" by USA Today
Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers - Known for blazing innovative trails with Glow In The Dark (a live
recording project where fans can hear and watch the entire show) and Turbo Ocho (A CD/DVD that puts fans
directly in the recording seat with a voyeur view), Clyne and the Peacemakers continue to shatter definitions of
a rock and roll band. They are the only independent band to debut in the Top 10 on Billboard's Internet Sales
chart for six consecutive albums, including two #1 entries.
Sons of Bill - Sons of Bill have been called "equal parts raucous and reflective." With a live show known to
evolve from acoustic ballads into sweaty stage-dives, Sons of Bill has gained a loyal fan base from Florida to
NYC, sharing the stage with acts ranging from Robert Randolph to Robert Earl Keen. One Town Away
produced by Jim Scott (Wilco, Tom Petty, Whiskeytown) is as honest and straightforward as records gets.
Turnpike Troubadours - The Turnpike Troubadours, whose name is derived from the bumpy Oklahoma tollroads and their hard lived folk singing heroes, walk the line between Woody Guthrie and Waylon Jennings.
Fast, gritty, and often drenched in beer, the Troubadours perform to their fans and new audiences with a
genuine sincerity. Their 2nd album, Diamonds & Gasoline was produced by veteran Mike McClure and mixed
and mastered by Joe Hardy (ZZ-Top, Steve Earle).
Uncle Lucius - After first forming Uncle Lucius, they started playing clubs like Austin’s famed Saxon Pub,
Antone’s and Threadgill’s and soon had a earned a name for themselves in Austin and beyond. Uncle Lucius
recorded Pick Your Head Up in 2009. Its eleven songs are filled with southern-fried guitar licks riding soulful
grooves, augmented by heartfelt lyrics.
Will Kimbrough - Will Kimbrough is a youthful singer, songwriter, award-winning guitarist, multiinstrumentalist, producer, performer and bandleader. With songs recorded by Jimmy Buffett, Little Feat, Jack
Ingram, Todd Snider and others, Kimbrough’s approach has led to collaborations with Rosanne Cash, Guy
Clark, Rodney Crowell, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Buddy Miller, Todd Snider and others.
Zack Walther Band - Zack Walther brings new and captivating musical twists to the thriving Texas music
scene. Walther and the band have been gathering fans and making musical waves that have already rippled
across the Southwest and beyond. And now with Ambition, their debut Sustain Records album, Zack Walther
and his band are ready to bring the sound that’s winning over Texas to the world.
Music Artist Subject to Change Without Notice.
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BUD LIGHT COWBOY DOWNHILL
STAMPEDES THROUGH THREE DECADES
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-If there’s one thing Steamboat is known for besides the Champagne
Powder® snow, it’s the western roots that run deep in this ranching community. Cowboys have long called Steamboat home,
and on any given day you can find true locals hitting the slopes in their cowboy hats, or saddling up to the bar in the boots. But
one particular day during the winter, the western heritage of Steamboat collides with skiing and snowboarding head on, with
the Annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill.
“There’s no other event like the Bud Light Cowboy Downhill, one of the
most popular and unique events in sports,” said Rob Perlman, vice president
of sales & marketing for Steamboat. “Professional Cowboys are about the
heat of competition, and Steamboat knows competition better than any ski
resort in the country, so combining the two for the entertainment of all is a
natural fit.”
ProRodeo Champions from across North America are invited to stampede
their way down the slopes of Ski Town, U.S.A.® in the 37th Annual Bud Light
Cowboy Downhill on Tuesday, January 18, 2011. A “can’t miss” event in
Steamboat, the Cowboy Downhill attracts professional cowboys from across
the United States as well as Australia, Canada, Europe and Mexico.
The Cowboy Downhill started back in 1974 when Larry Mahan, six-time All-Around World Champion cowboy, and Billy
Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of Skiing & Olympic medalist, decided it would be fun to invite a few of the ProRodeo stars from
the Denver Stock Show up to Steamboat for a day of skiing and racing fun.
"Larry called me up and said ‘I want to learn to ski and I heard you're the guy to teach me,'" Kidd said. "The next year he
brought up a couple friends and when you get two or three rodeo cowboys together you've got a contest. That was the
beginning of the Cowboy Downhill and we’ve haven’t looked back since."
While Mahan said he never guessed the event would become such a success, there is certain personality characteristics ski
racers and cowboys share, which has no doubt translated into the growing appeal of the Cowboy Downhill. "I think the
common denominator between the people that race and live on the edge in the ski world is the same with the guys in the rodeo,"
Mahan said. "They are thrill seekers."
All Bud Light Cowboy Downhill participants must be entered in the National Western Stock Show & Rodeo in Denver
scheduled for January 2011; be a member of the ProRodeo Cowboys Association or Professional Bull Riders; and wear chaps
and cowboy hats to compete in the event.
The day’s events begin with the dual slalom race on Headwall. After negotiating the slalom gates and on-course jump, the
cowboys must lasso a person, saddle a horse, and cross the finish line in the fastest time and all in one piece. The grand finale
of the 37th Bud Light Cowboy Downhill is a chaotic western Stampede on skis and snowboards. The Stampede utilizes a mass
start and pits cowboy against cowboy in a winner takes all race down Headwall. The greatest challenge for the winner is getting
out of the way of a hundred other cowboys hurling down the hill in hot pursuit.
The world’s largest brewer, Anheuser-Busch, Inc, brews Bud Light, the best selling beer in the United States and the number
one beer in the world. Bud Light is the official sponsor of the Cowboy Downhill in Steamboat. For 37th Annual Bud Light
Cowboy Downhill event information, schedule and images, please visit: steamboat.com.
LEGENDS & FOUNDERS CLUB
During the Silver Anniversary of the Cowboy Downhill in 1999, Steamboat honored 15 key individuals who helped start the event.
The idea caught on and the next year, the resort established the Legends & Founders Club as a way to honor those individuals who
have played an instrumental role in founding and had a lasting effect on this event since its inception in 1974. The driving force
behind establishing this signature competition were naturally the inaugural inductees-Billy Kidd, Larry Mahan and J.C. Trujillo. An
exclusive group, the club has grown to a membership of 11 individuals, who have all had a significant impact on the sport, event and
Steamboat Springs over the Cowboy Downhill’s 37 years.
2000 - Billy Kidd, Larry Mahan & J.C. Trujillo
2001 - Bob Feist
2002 - Charlie Sampson
2003 - Charlie Mayfield
2004 - Tuff Hedeman
2005 - Barb Shipley
2006 - Larry Kaminski
2007 - John Shipley
2008 - Larry Lamb
2009 - T-Bone Clark
2010 - None
2011- See in January
Billy Kidd moved to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, shortly after his Olympic accomplishments. Kidd grew up in Stowe, Vermont and
raced internationally for nine years on the U.S. Ski Team. While racing, he studied at the University of Colorado and graduated in
1969 with a degree in economics. After establishing his prominence in the ski world in the 1964 Olympics, Billy marked yet another
first for American men by becoming the first person to win both Amateur and Pro World Championships in a single year 1970. Better
yet, he won both within a two-week time frame. Kidd has been Steamboat’s Director of Skiing for more than 35 years.
Larry Mahan is one of the greats of professional rodeo and one of its first mainstream media stars. He started competing
professionally in 1964, and by 1966 won his first of five consecutive all-around championships (he won a record-setting sixth
championship in 1973). A champion in roughstock events (riding broncs and bulls), Mahan was also a trendsetter who helped
professional radio gain exposure to a larger audience. He flew his own plane, wore loud plaid shirts, had longish hair and made
appearances on TV talk shows and in magazine ads. He retired from competition in 1977, having somehow escaped major injuries
after 1,200 rodeos. Now Mahan has a clothing line of western wear and appears occasionally as a television commentator and at the
Cowboy Downhill.
J.C. Trujillo began his rodeo career at age 6 in his hometown of Prescott, Ariz. His early prowess resulted in the bareback riding title
of the Arizona Junior Rodeo Association. He later participated in the Arizona State University rodeo team and won the 1968 National
Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) championship. Trujillo turned professional in 1967 and hit the circuit full throttle five
years later, eventually qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo 12 times. Long known as one of rodeo’s most magnetic personalities
and a great spokesman for the sport, Trujillo combines his love of two sports rodeo and skiing in the Cowboy Downhill, held every
January in Steamboat Springs, Colo. He is famous for his realistic and ever-positive attitude and a megawatt smile and instrumental in
the prestige the Cowboy Downhill now enjoys.
Bob Feist of Lodi, Calif., is not only well known as a rodeo announcer and commentator, but also as a publisher and roping producer.
An excellent snow and water skier, Feist is a natural as announcer of the prestigious Cowboy Downhill held each January in
Steamboat. Co-announcing with Billy Kidd and Larry Mahan, his knowledge of the sport, plus his announcing capabilities have made
him an asset to this event. He announces several PRCA rodeos, Professional Bull Ridings and special events each year from Alabama
to Hawaii and from Washington to Arizona. Besides having announced the National Finals Rodeo, he has also announced the
National Finals Steer Roping Finals, Calgary Stampede, and the United States Team Roping Championships. He has also done a lot of
television and radio commentary. His credits also include announcing the "Wildest West Show of the Stars" on CBS and appearing in
the Clint Eastwood movie, "Pink Cadillac."
Breaking new ground in the rough-and-tumble world of bull riding, Charles Sampson became the first African American to win a
championship in his event in professional rodeo. He set a record for earnings in bull riding in 1982 when he became one of the bestknown cowboys on the roping-and-riding circuit. Sampson is one of only two African American cowboys to have been inducted in
the National Cowboy Hall of Fame, along with steer wrestler Bill Pickett. Rode his first bull at age 12; won his first rodeo at age 17;
received rodeo scholarship to Central Arizona College; joined Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association circuit, 1977; became World
Champion bull rider, 1982; performed in 1983 Presidential Command Performance Rodeo; was hired by Timex to promote the
durability of their watches; signed endorsement contract with Wrangler jeans; and appeared ten times in National Finals Rodeo.
Tuff Hedeman is a retired 3 time PRCA World Champion bull rider, as well as the 1995 PBR World Champion qualified for 11
National Final Rodeos. By 1993 he has surpassed $1,000,000 in career earnings, and won the 1986, 1989, and 1991 world titles in the
PRCA. Tuff was instrumental in starting the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and in 1995 won the PBR World Championship. He is
well known for a horrible wreck that took place in Las Vegas at the PBR finals where Tuff drew the great bull Bodacious. Today,
Tuff and his wife, Tracy, along with their 2 boys now live on a ranch near Morgan Mill, TX.
Larry Kaminski is a former collegiate and professional football player for Purdue University and the Denver Broncos from 19621973. After retirement from professional football, Kaminski was awarded an Anheuser Busch franchise in Ski Town USA. He
became active in the Steamboat community and was awarded the honor of Steamboat Man of the Year in 1977. He also was named
the King of the famous Winter Carnival sharing the thrown with Hazie Werner. Besides being a volunteer coach for some 20 years, a
part time economic teacher for Junior Achievement, Kaminski helped several service groups and schools with career days. His
company, B&K Distributing, has won many sales awards, is now managed by his sons, Kevin and Chris; and has been involved with
the Cowboy Downhill for decades.
Larry Lamb is the co-owner of Steamboat’s landmark ski town bar, the Tugboat Grill & Pub, which will see its 36th winter of
operation this year. The Tugboat could be described as a rowdy ski history museum. A point of origin for many enduring Steamboat
legends, its walls are plastered with photographs of local and national celebrities and athletes including many from the Cowboy
Downhill. After the ski race and dinner, the cowboys have always retired to the Tugboat to toss back a few cold Bud Lights, tell some
tall tales and relive the day’s events on skis before heading back to Denver to compete in the National Finals Rodeo.
RESULTS
Slalom - 1st Place
2010 - Jerad Schlegel, Burns, CO – 27.15
2009 - Jed Moore, Cheyenne, WY - 25.96
2008 - Ray Thurston, Tabernash, CO - 25.63
2007 - Ray Thurston, Tabernash, CO - 30.43
2006 - Kyle Bowers, Brooks, ALB, CAN - 31.50
2004 - Danny Millett, Greeley, CO - 28.48
2002 - Murt Stewart, Big Pine, CA - 31.66
2001 - Robert Bowers, Brooks, ALB, CAN - 35.39
2000 - Bryan Billings, Peoa, UT - 31.93
1999 - Bran Hedrick, Ft. Collins, CO - 33.03
1998 - Richie Hamilton, Pendleton, OR - 33.92
Stampede - 1st Place
2010 - Jed Moore, Cheyenne, WY
2009 - Jed Moore, Cheyenne, WY
2008 - Shawn Hogg, Odessa, TX
2007 - Scott Montague, Rapid City, SD
2006 - Michael Sisk, Steamboat Springs, CO
2005 - John O’Connor, Loveland, CO
2003 - Kyle Bowers, Brooks, ALB, CAN
2001 - Jeb Knox, Prusser, WA
2000 - Peter Hawkins, Weatherford, TX
1999 - Todd Fike, Pavillion, WY
1998 - Jess Martin, Dillon, MT
Best Crash
2010 – Eric Bynildson, Rifle, CO
2009 - Jared Johnston, Stephenville, TX
2008 - Katie Hall, Prescott, AZ
2007 - Joe Gunderson, White, SD
2006 - Jeff Willert, Belvidere, SD
2005 - Dan Miller, Raleigh, ND
2004 - Layne McCasland, Elk City, OK
2003 - Tigh Anderberg, Mobridge, SD
2002 - Steve Anding, Kaufman, TX
2001 - Blue Rodriquez, Loranger, LA
2000 - Charlie Gardner, Ruby Valley, NV
1999 - na
1998 - Chad Smithey, Eaton, CO
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STEAMBOAT HOSTS 2011 SUMMIT OF
NATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF SKIERS
77 Clubs Will Take Part in the 2011 Summit-The World's Largest Black Ski Event
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINER 2010/2011-Steamboat will host the National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS)
– known as the largest winter sports organization – for their 2011 Summit, held from February 26, 2011-March 5,
2011. The Summit is a biennial fundraiser of the NBS, bringing together up to 1, 000 individuals representing more
than 75 clubs from across the country for this weeklong event, which centers on winter sports.
"We are thrilled to welcome the National Brotherhood of Skiers back to Steamboat, where our long-standing
Olympic traditions will complement the exceptional athletes and winter enthusiasts of the NBS," said Chris
Diamond, president & chief operating officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. "With their dedication to
providing assistance to outstanding athletes, the NBS is a very admirable organization and Steamboat has been proud
to partner with them for nearly four decades.”
The 2011 NBS Summit in Steamboat features events and activities for both adults and youths including opening
ceremonies on Sunday, Feb. 26th, receptions, parties, ski with a national team member, annual and regional meetings,
race clinics and a variety of other off-mountain activities and events.
The NBS held its first annual gathering in 1973. Steamboat has served as the host mountain for NBS gatherings on
five previous occasions - in 1978, 1982, 1989, 1995 and 2007. The mountain has also served as the host site for
many NBS regional and club trips over the past four decades.
“Steamboat is the quintessential winter destination and remains one of the favorite ski resorts among our
membership,” said NBS President Haymon T. Jahi. “We are excited to be returning to a resort that has shown our
organization excellent western hospitality and we hope a boatload of its signature Champagne Powder® snow.”
Summits are held during odd years with the primary purpose of supporting the NBS Olympic Scholarship Fund,
designed to provide financial support for exceptional athletes of color who excel in winter sports. The intent is to
propel these young athletes to Olympic and international competition. In addition, funds from this event support the
operation of the NBS.
The NBS was founded in 1973 and chartered in 1974 by 13 African American ski clubs. Since that time, the
organization has grown to over 70 clubs – in the United States and United Kingdom. With a membership of more
than 8,000 adults and youth, the NBS is recognized as one the nation’s largest ski organizations.
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POWDERHOUNDS STAY CONNECTED
THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA OUTLETS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Tweets, posts, tags, widgets, blasts and blogs aren’t terms you’ll
commonly hear in Steamboat’s terrain park. But they are fast becoming the way powderhounds stay connected through
Steamboat’s dedicated social terrain park for up-to-the-minute information on mountain conditions, value packages, specials
and must know information.
“We realize that technology is rapidly changing the way guests receive and share information,” said Rob Perlman, senior vice
president of sales & marketing for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “As a resort we are always adapting to stay ahead
of the latest technology trends and provide information in the fastest, most reliable manor through a variety of outlets that each
individual tailors to their specific needs.”
Become a member of Steamboat’s online community by visiting www.steamboat.com and clicking on the My Steamboat button
in the main navigation bar.
STEAMBOAT.COM
Steamboat.com’s interactive content provides a richer, more compelling online experience as well as a hassle free transition
into the resort’s state-of-the-art online booking engine-iCORIS, providing online guests direct reservation and booking
capabilities through Steamboat Central Reservations. Steamboat’s website is maintained in-house using a sophisticated and
custom-built Content Management System, allowing the resort to quickly update the most current information, incorporate
evolving technology and improve functionality.
iCORIS™-the cutting-edge innovation at SCR-allows customers to directly book their lodging, activity and vacation packages
at the best available rates online. This innovative technology was developed by a team of database experts at Steamboat.
iCORIS allows customers to book their entire winter vacation package online-including air, ground transfers, lodging, activities
and rentals, ski & snowboard school as well as entire vacation packages in a matter of clicks.
Airfare Finder: In addition, SCR offers guests the most competitive airfares and largest variety of air travel schedules
available. Powered by Galileo using the latest iCORIS technology, SCR searches all types of airfares, including negotiated
pricing, companion fares and Steamboat exclusive specials. Competing head on with Travelocity, Orbitz and Expedia, SCR is
sure to return the best options available for your travel needs.
Live Chat: If you have questions while planning your vacation through steamboat.com, simply click on the Live Chat button to
be connected with a Vacation Services Agent who can instantly answer your questions.
Steamboat offer the greatest value and convenience with packages customized to include any or all of the following: air
transportation, lodging, lift tickets, rentals, clinics, mountaintop dining, ground transportation, off-mountain activities, and
travel protection insurance. For great service, virtual tours and easy online booking, visit www.steamboat.com/packages.
MY.STEAMBOAT.COM
Connect with fans of Steamboat, as well as members of the Steamboat community and employees online at the resort’s own
user-website, my.steamboat.com. The site allows guests to shares stories, find new friends and receive the latest information
from the resort. The free service provides interactive and communications tools such as individual profiles, widgets, forums,
mobile connectivity, blogging and photo/video sharing, as well as access to an online community spanning as far as the United
Kingdom and Australia.
TWITTER
How do the most dedicated powderhounds always know the best conditions, the perfect trail and the secret stash? Through
Steamboat’s dedicated twitter communities, staying connected is easier than ever. The resort manages three distinctive twitter
accounts: SteamboatPR for media; SkiSteamboat for events, happenings and interesting information about the resort; and
Steamboatinfo for snow and mountain reports, and lift status updates. You’ll truly be a Steamboat insider!
FACEBOOK.COM/STEAMBOATRESORT
Steamboat’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/SteamboatResort is a place for fans of the ski resort to share their stories,
pictures and comments about their favorite vacation spots. Monitored daily by a dedicated online staff, guests can participate in
the conversation and find out all the news from Ski, Town U.S.A®.
EMPLOYEELOUNGE.STEAMBOAT.COM
Similarly to my.steamboat.com the resort created the Employee Lounge, an online community dedicated to current, former and
prospective employees. The Employee Lounge is the company’s response to employees’ requests for a communication tool that
is available to any employee, especially those who do not have access to a computer during their working hours. The Employee
Lounge allows supervisors to provide in-depth information to their employees such as company policies, work schedules, intraresort events and meetings, and department specific information. Former employees are invited to become members on the site
as well, to connect with other former employees and stay up to date on Steamboat. In addition, the Employee Lounge is a great
tool for prospective employees looking for information about what it’s like to work at Steamboat.
MOUNTAIN CAM/PHOTOS
Steamboat’s Mountain Cam network is comprised of a series of cameras, located across the resort. These online cameras
continually update images to the resort’s website individuals to see for themselves what the condition on the mountain are like
in real-time. The first live camera was installed at the same time the resort’s satellite uplink system when into operation in
1995.
In addition, Steamboat posts daily photos of events, weather, nature and unique elements of the area through its photo of the
day, which continues to be one of the most popular pages. Resort photographer, Larry Pierce, is tapped to generate an image
that is truly distinct for that time frame.
STEAMBOATUNBRIDLED.COM
Long known for its Champagne Powder® snow, western heritage, Olympic tradition and world-class skiing/riding, SteamboatSki Town, U.S.A.® is stampeding in a new direction. A direction that is unbridled from past constraints and headed towards a
new revitalization that will touch every aspect of the community. A spirit unleashed. Over forty years ago, the world-class ski
area now called Steamboat was established by pioneering visionaries whose spirit still remains strongly embedded in the
experience today. Now, the vision for the next decade of Steamboat is being formed by visionaries with the same unique,
unbridled and pioneering spirit.
The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation launched steamboatunbridled.com, the ultimate online resource for information
including facts; pending and current projects in the mountain village, downtown and across the valley; maps & diagrams; hints
& tips for guests.
MEDIA SERVICES
www.steamboat.com/media
Steamboat has a 35+-year proven track record staging big events, television productions, photos shoots and live remotes from
the resort and has partnered with major media outlets such as NBC, CBS, ABC, ESPN, OLN, FOX, MTV, The Weather
Channel, Network Morning Shows & regional affiliates to bring the news, special events and weather straight to viewers.
“The resort’s news bureau services have gained a reputation among national network affiliates and several cable stations, such
as The Weather Channel and CNN, as well as wire services such as AP as a reliable source for breaking news, video footage
and still images,” said Rob Perlman, vice president of sales & marketing for Steamboat.
Steamboat’s news bureau capabilities include: photography and digital imaging; online media center; mountain camera
network; satellite earth station facility; HD & Beta-SP Videography and digital editing; and numerous video news releases and
still images, capturing breaking news, special events and weather.
Satellite Uplink:
Steamboat was the first ski resort in the country to install a satellite uplink facility. The facility, which debuted November 24,
1995, allows live coverage of breaking news, weather conditions, signature events as well as athlete and resort interviews. This
facility enables the resort to transmit taped video, live images and provide a direct link to television stations around the globe.
Two live locations, one at the base of the gondola and the other at Thunderhead, the mid-mountain gondola terminal, allow
immediate plug-in access to television crews to go “live” in a matter of minutes.
The resort has generated nearly 3,500 live remotes since the system came online. The Satellite Uplink plays an integral part in
the resort’s brand messaging campaigns and has established itself as a reliable and reputable source for television stations
across the country. The public relations department is called upon to produce/direct several photo shoots and numerous live
remotes for visiting crews, and on occasion acts as the only support for live remotes from the Steamboat location.
Photography:
Steamboat’s capabilities have grown tremendously in this area since the resort first started with an AP Leafax over a decade
ago. Since then, Steamboat has developed a state-of-the-art system including a digital photo transmitter and an integrated
digital imaging computer network. This allows scanning and transmission of photos in digital format for breaking news stories
as well as handling requests for specific images of events/happenings. The photography department has a complete library of
stock photos, which can be transmitted directly via email and ftp programs.
Award-winning professional photographer Larry Pierce has made the Yampa Valley his home for nearly
30 years and has captured the unique characteristics of Steamboat and the surrounding area. Specializing
in active outdoor sports, destination & travel, western lifestyle and wildlife photography, his work has
taken him around the globe from North & South America, Europe, Asia, the Pacific Rim and everywhere
in between. He has turned his passion into a proven national and international career where his images
have appears on the cover or inside the likes of Aloha, Robb Report, Continental, Cowboy & Indians,
Men's Journal, National, Geographic Traveler, Newsweek, Outside, Paddler, Ski, Skiing, Snowboarder,
Sports Illustrated, Sunset, Surfer, Surfing, Surfing Girl, Surfers Journal, Time, TWA Ambassador and
Western Styles.
His photos have also accentuated the catalogues/brochures of L.L. Bean, Patagonia, SmartWool, The Canyons Resort, The
Creek Company and 1080 Designs. In addition, Pierce’s work has appeared in numerous books, calendars, note cards,
postcards, posters and annual reports. For over the past decade, he has been responsible for capturing all the imagery for the
Steamboat Ski Resort in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Images by nationally acclaimed photographer Larry Pierce can be
viewed at www.larrypiercephoto.com.
Video Services:
Each year, Steamboat hosts a number of broadcast crews, live remotes and satellite feeds and is accustomed to dealing with the
special needs of television crews in this unique mountain environment. Steamboat’s video department features a state-of-theart, high definition digital system allowing all production work to be completed in-house. In 2005, the resort invested in a high
definition camera and editing equipment package to complement its current Beta-SP facility.
The resort’s videographer currently utilizes a Sony HDV camera and digital editing system for all stock footage, event coverage
and video news release services. The HD technology goes hand in hand with the resort’s previous industry leading
advancements such as Beta-SP Camera & Editing System, Satellite Uplink Facility and full-time Videographer. You’ll be hard
pressed to find another resort that delivers in the television arena like Steamboat.
Michael Bye, Steamboat’s in-house television photojournalist, has more than 25 years experience in the
field and numerous awards including two-time national Emmy Award winner. Michael has worked for
CBS, ABC, NBC, ESPN, PBS TNT, Comcast Spotlight, large corporations and non-profit organizations as
well as his own company, MBA Productions designing, editing and shooting. Living in Ski Town, U.S.A.,
it’s only natural that he has covered every Winter Olympics since 1988.
Video News Releases:
Throughout the season several video news releases are distributed via the uplink covering signature events such as Cowboy
Downhill and Winter Carnival; weather/snow footage from Ski Town USA and breaking/feature news stories such as Bethany
Hamilton learning to snowboard. Regular satellite alerts are distributed to media outlets by fax providing the satellite,
downlink frequency, feed time, date, coordinates and brief description of the edited b-roll footage. If you would like to be
added to the alert list, please contact Loryn Kasten, lkasten@steamboat.com.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
OFF THE SLOPES
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-The Champagne Powder® snow and legendary skiing and snowboarding that
have made Steamboat world famous are backed by an abundance of activities and amenities for everyone to enjoy. All activities may
be booked with one easy call or click to Steamboat Central Reservations®, 800-922-2722/970-879-0740 or www.steamboat.com.
ARTS & CRAFTS GYM
The Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym is modeled after a regular gym,
providing space, various kinds of equipment, classes, and private studio
space to create the projects you want to finish, start or to try something
new. The gym has created space for people who want to touch the inner
artist that exists in every one of us. A place for people to develop new
friendships, feel good about who they are and what they have learned,
and most importantly to have FUN! Perfect for the entire Family!
BOWLING
Steamboat’s only bowling alley, Snow Bowl, offers 12 lanes and
automatic scoring. This family owned business features Friday night
Moonlight Bowling (color pin bowling for money from $.25-$50 as well
as Saturday night Cosmic Bowling (disco lights & top 40 music). Here
for more than just a week, join one of their leagues. Reservations
recommended.
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
Five Nordic Centers within a 30-mile radius offering 166kms of
groomed trails, include the Steamboat Touring Center (trail passes
available at the Steamboat Ski Area with free shuttle), Howelsen Hill
Trails, Catamount Ranch, Latigo Ranch, Vista Verde Ranch &
Steamboat Lake State Park. Whether you seek the solitude of the
wilderness, or skiing in the company of local Olympians, Steamboat
Springs is Colorado's Mecca for those inclined to glide and slide.
DOG SLEDDING
And now for something really different… these are not your average
pets. Meet a team of rare Alaskan Huskies for a ride you cannot possibly
forget. Learn about the sport of dog sledding while enjoying breathtaking
views of the Yampa Valley with Red Runner Dog Sled Tours or GrizzleT Dog & Sled Works.
FLY-FISHING
Gold waters abound in the Yampa Valley with guided fishing on public
and private waters. Both 1/2-day and full-day excursions usually include
transportation, equipment, guides and incredible fishing for all types of
trout including brown, rainbow, cut throat & cut-bows. Bucking
Rainbow, Steamboat Flyfisher and Straightline Sports.
GUEST RANCHES/HORSE RENTALS/GUIDE SERVICES
Whether you’re looking for a scenic place to relax, a horseback ride or
for an outfitter to guide you into the wilderness, these ranches have years
of experience and knowledge. Check out Del’s Triangle 3, Dutch Creek,
Big Rack Outfitters, Bar Lazy L, Elk River, 3 Forks, High Meadows,
Home Ranch, Windwalker Tours, Sunset or Vista Verde.
HELICOPTER TOURS
Zephyr Helicopter Company offers incredible tours taking in the views
of Mt. Werner, Buffalo Pass, the Flat Tops, Elk River Valley and Rabbit
Ears Pass. Get a fantastic birds-eye view of the beautiful Yampa Valley.
BREWERY
Located in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs, Mahogany Ridge
Brewery offers more than 25 made-on-location micro-brews under the
direction of brew master, Charlie Noble. This local brewery makes
roughly 1,550 gallons of beer a month depending upon demand and
offers everything from local’s favorite light ale Alpenglow to dark brews
such as Dave’s Downtown Brown and everything in between, with
roughly 8 beers on tap at a given time.
BUD WERNER LIBRARY
The Bud Werner Memorial Library houses over 75,000 volumes, an
extensive collection of audio books, music and DVD titles. The library
offers programs for kids and teens including dedicated weekly preschool
story times. The new, expanded Bud Werner Memorial Library opened
in Sept. 2008 with inviting public spaces, a local history research room,
free wireless access, public computers for free Internet access, and
vibrant collections.
DINING
Steamboat boasts more than 100 bars and restaurants. It is a great place
to try elk, buffalo and Rocky Mountain oysters, or experience the
specialty restaurants including Italian, Mexican, French and Japanese.
No visit to Steamboat is complete without a ride up the gondola to a
special treat at Hazie's and Ragnar's enhanced by spectacular views of
the valley below. The Western BBQ features live country western music
& dancing with an all-you-can-eat buffet. Or delight the taste buds with
award-winning cuisine at The Cabin restaurant at the Steamboat Grand.
ENTERTAINMENT: LIVE MUSIC & MORE
Steamboat offers live music performed by local and nationally known
musicians throughout the winter from free concerts to intimate up-close
and personal shows. Ski Town, U.S.A. ® might be a little further “Off
Broadway”, but the talent will make you think twice whether enjoying
opera, theatrical, literary and special and visiting performances.
GALLERIES
Steamboat has become a popular location for a number of high-end
galleries featuring paintings, sculptures, photography, furniture, jewelry
and more from local to national artists. Take part in First Friday
Artwalks during Steamboat Summers to see first hand the up and coming
artists in Steamboat.
HEALTH CLUBS
Melt away stress and exercise your body, mind and spirit at a variety of
health clubs offering weight and cardio equipment, specialty training, lap
pool and more. Check out Forever Fit, Will Power & Grace, Peak
Fitness, Fusion Fit, Steamboat Grand, Old Town Hot Springs.
HOT-AIR BALLOONING
For a leisurely ride above the Yampa Valley, hot-air balloons take off
near the resort daily and provide a bird's-eye view of Steamboat. Enjoy
spectacular scenery while floating quietly aloft in these beautiful aircraft.
Check out Wild West Balloon Adventures. Weather permitting.
HOT SPRINGS
At the end of the day, a soak in one of the local natural hot springs is
always in order. Take a trip with Sweet Pea or Windwalker Tours up to
the Strawberry Park Hot Springs seven miles above town for a unique
experience in a beautiful natural setting. Or, stay in town with Old Town
Hot Springs featuring new hot pools, climbing wall along with a fullservice fitness center, and two 250-ft water slides for the kids.
ICE SKATING
Howelsen Ice Arena, located next to Howelsen Hill, is northwest
Colorado’s premier indoor ice facility. It features an indoor, Olympicsize ice rink for hockey, figure skating and broomball. Lessons are also
available.
NEW YEAR’S EVE – KIDS NIGHT OUT
Steamboat has exciting adventures for kids and teens at night. The Kids’
Adventure Club (970.871.5375) offers kids, ages 5 to 12 years, a “Kids’
Night Out” on New Year’s Eve. The KAC offers an indoor camp
environment with supervision, snacks, games, movies and rest time.
POTTERY
Paint your own pottery studio where you are the artist at The Potter’s
Wheel. Choose from a huge selection of functional and children’s
pottery with seventy colors with which to decorate them. There is always
an artist on hand to help with decorating techniques as well as stamps,
stencils and a library of ideas and inspiration.
SHOPPING
With six separate areas to choose from-Gondola Square, Ski Time
Square, Central Park Plaza, Old Town, The Curve and Wildhorse
Meadows -shoppers will find endless hours of fun in Steamboat!
SNOWBIKES
Experience the newest on-snow sensation-Snowbiking-part ski, part bike
and 100% fun for the whole family. SnowBikes are permitted on all
terrain and lifts with the exception of runs designated as "Terrain Park"
Lesson available.
SNOWSHOE TOURS
Steamboat’s Ambassadors host guided beginner snowshoe tours on the
mountain daily at 1:00pm. Every tour offers breathtaking views of the
Yampa Valley and the Flat Top Mountains. Also Guided Tours with a
delectable gourmet lunch at Steamboat’s signature restaurants Hazie’s or
Ragnar’s, complete with a refreshing glass of wine. Guided Tours are
available Monday through Thursday at 10:00am for Hazie’s and Fridays
only for Ragnar’s. Sign up in advance, 970.879.0740/steamboat.com.
TENNIS
The Tennis Center features six RSS 500 cushioned-indoor hard courts,
six flex-cushion-surfaced courts for an unbeatable year-round tennis
experience. North America's premier public indoor-outdoor clay and
hard court tennis center. Call 970.879.8400 for calendar and available
times of play.
TREAD OF PIONEERS MUSEUM
Enter into Steamboat’s past and learn about the people, town and history.
The museum is located downtown and features a 1908 Queen Anne-style
Victorian home with Routt County memorabilia, including a look
through Steamboat’s history of skiing. Located at 800 Oak Street
downtown.
WINTER DRIVING SCHOOL-CENTER FOR DRIVING SCIENCES
Learning to handle your car on icy roads is possible at the Bridgestone
Winter Driving School. The school teaches the theory and practice of
skillful, confident driving on ice and snow. Choose from half-day, fullday fundamental and two-day performance programs as well as High
Performance, Winter Safety Rally School and corporate. Dec-March.
ICE /ROCK CLIMBING
Anyone who craves adventure is sure to enjoy the high-energy fun and
thrills of climbing. Ice climbers ascend the famous 230-foot Fish Creek
Falls waterfall; rock climbers challenge several local faces and never
face the same course twice. Whether you’re just starting or have been a
few times, guides provide years of experience and all the equipment.
MOVIE CINEMAS
If you are a moviegoer, 11 cinema screens across Steamboat offer a great
seat to the newest films including the historic Chief Plaza Theater
downtown and the state-of-the-art luxury Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas.
NIGHT SKIING
Need even more skiing and riding? Try Howelsen Hill, named after Carl
Howelsen, who introduced recreational skiing to Colorado. Howelsen
Hill is the oldest ski area in continuous use in Colorado and offers 21km
cross-country skiing, a lighted halfpipe and even night skiing on 15 trails
serviced by a chairlift, poma and tow lift.
POWDERCAT SKIING
Experience exhilarating backcountry powder cat skiing with Steamboat
Powdercats. These powerful snowcats will accommodate a total of
twelve skiers/riders in warmth and comfort for a day of guaranteed
untracked Champagne Powder on the wide open fields of Buffalo Pass,
near the Continental Divide.
SLEIGH RIDES
Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride and delicious home-style cooking. This
rustic western experience also includes live entertainment. Or enjoy a
unique snowcat-drawn sleigh ride over to Ragnar’s for a gourmet meal
atop the ski area. Dutch Creek Guest Ranch, Ragnar’s, Sunset Ranch,
Bar Lazy L and Windwalker Tours.
SNOWMOBILING
Several snowmobile companies offer tours including breathtaking views
of the Continental Divide and the Mt. Zirkel Wilderness Area. Twohour, half-day, full-day, dinner and overnight rides available. Steamboat
Snowmobile Tours or Steamboat Lake Outfitters.
SPA SERVICES
Pamper yourself with personalized spa sessions including: massage,
facials, wraps, waxing and body treatments. The Grand Spa at the
Steamboat Grand; Bear River Therapists Day Spa; Aesthetica Medical
Spa; Apothecari Ski Care; Body Boutique; Rocky Mountain Day Spa;
Life Essentials Wellness Spa; Serenity Spa; Waterside Spa; Scruples
Salon and Spa; and Only Skin.
TORCHLIGHT PARADES & FIREWORKS
Enjoy a spectacular on-snow parades down the mountain lit only by
torches in celebration of a holiday or local event throughout the season.
In conjunction with the torchlight parades, a fireworks illuminate the sky
providing a perfect ending to the evening. The young ones join in the
excitement as a special finale to the Desperados Ski Weeks (Dec. 31 & Feb. 17)
TUBING
Remember sledding as a kid? Recapture that exciting experience and
share the fun with your children as you tube at historic Howelsen Hill in
Steamboat or at Saddleback Ranch's Yee-Haw Tubing Hill. Saddle up
for a night the entire family will remember.
WINTER GONDOLA ADVENTURE ZONE
The latest in thrills and adventures to the base area of the ski resort! Stop
by the base of the ski area and check out the Slingshot Bungee Jump and
the East Face Climbing Wall. Winter Coca Cola Adventure Zone
operates daily in the spring, weather permitting.
www.steamboat.com
MEDIA CONTACTS:
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INDULGE THE SENSES OFF THE SLOPES WITH
STEAMBOAT’S THRIVING CULTURAL SCENE
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Between runs on the mountain or trips down the Yampa River,
indulge your senses with the up-and-coming cultural scene that has firmly planted roots in this Colorado mountain town.
Tucked between the piles of Champagne Powder® snow are art galleries, performance theaters and a world-class classical
concert venue. During the winter and summer season performances in town include free concerts, theater and dance
concerts, symphony and opera performances and gallery openings.
"Steamboat is a small town with a big thirst for indulging the senses," said Rob Perlman, senior vice president-sales &
marketing for Steamboat. "There is something special about a town where you can play on the mountain all day and then
enjoy a cultural experience worthy of big-city billing.”
Whether your interest is performing arts, visual arts, literary arts, culinary arts or just something fun and new to do or see,
you’re likely to find it right here in the Yampa Valley.
ARTS, CULTURE, DANCE, MUSIC & MORE
12TH MUSICFEST AT STEAMBOAT
JANUARY 5- 10, 2011
Steamboat MusicFest--the ONLY festival that brings the finest Texas and Americana music to the snow sweeps the
Colorado Rockies for a full week of sport and song from January 5-10, 2011. Forty bands will perform over the six days
in the heart of the Rocky Mountains featuring free après-ski concerts, evening concerts and special engagements
throughout the week including live performances, from an increasingly diverse line up of artists with styles ranging from
country to rock, blues to bluegrass, folk and western swing, and everything in between. Six days, 40 bands & one really
big tent-don’t miss it! www.bigskitrip.com.
SKI JAM VIII
JANUARY, 2011
Combining sound, sight, and sport, Ski Jam offers the rare opportunity to experience the foremost jam bands and the
world-class snowboarding and skiing of one of the top resorts in North America during the 8th Annual Ski Jam. Witness
the musical skills of renowned jam band artists right at the base of the mountain. The all-encompassing Jam Tent offers a
huge stage, full service bar, a beer garden and plenty of room to experience the best of jams.
BUD LIGHT ROCKS THE BOAT FREE CONCERT SERIES
FEBRUARY-APRIL 2011
The Steamboat Ski Area will again be rockin’ this spring as the Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Music Series returns for
the twelfth season offering a great mixture of various musical genre. The Rocks the 'Boat series has brought together
everything from bluegrass and New Orleans style rhythm & blues to a traditional Irish sound. Bands play for two
uninterrupted hours right at the base of the ski area beginning at 3:30pm where non-skiing/riding music enthusiasts and all
ages are able to enjoy the spring après-scene too. Past free concerts have included Big Head Todd & the Monsters, Avett
Brothers, Gin Blossoms, North Mississippi All Stars, Freddy Jones Band, Citizen Cope, Ozomatli, Sister Hazel, Dirty
Dozen Brass Band, Tony Furtado, Yo Flaco!, Yellowcard, Cabaret Diosa , Sam Bush Band, Derek Trucks Band, and The
Samples.
HOT SPOTS FOR LIVE APRÈS-SKI MUSIC
YEAR-ROUND
What better way to end your day on the slopes than relaxing with good friends, soaking up the sun and enjoying some
good music. Steamboat has a plethora of places to enjoy live music from classic piano to acoustic to all out jam sessions.
Featured hot spots include The Bear in Gondola Square, Slopeside Bar and Grill, Ghost Ranch Saloon, Tugboat,
Creekside, Old Town Pub, Rex’s American Grill, Tap House, Mahogany Ridge, Boathouse Pub, Cantina, Smokehouse
and Chaps. A complete listing of music can be found in the Steamboat Today's Explore section every Friday.
WINTER & SUMMER
STRINGS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Strings Music Festival was launched in 1988 in order to foster an appreciation for fine music, to
present diverse programming with a focus on chamber music, and to stimulate the cultural,
educational and economic environment of Colorado's Yampa Valley. It is an independent
nonprofit organization, nationally recognized as one of the foremost music festivals in the country.
The first year of operations, Strings reached an audience of 1,400 with a budget of $12,000.
Today, annual audiences now exceed 30,000, with a radio listening audience of 14 million. This
past season included more than 150 artists participating in: daytime children's concerts, and a wide
variety of classical, contemporary and educational programming in schools, libraries, senior facilities, art centers, parks
and community facilities. www.stringsinthemountains.org.
WINTER & SUMMER
MUSICIANS WHO HAVE PLAYED THE YAMPA VALLEY
Steamboat host many big name acts throughout the year at both indoor and outdoor venues such as the Steamboat Grand,
Steamboat Sheraton, Steamboat Ski Area, Howelsen Hill and local entertainment establishments. The following are just a
few of the performer that have played in the Boat.
Winter: Big Head Todd & The Monsters, Lyle Lovett, Chris LeDoux, Young Dubliners, Brent Rowan, Yellowcard, The
Dudes (formerly the Subdudes), Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Tony Furtado, Brian Auger's Oblivion Express, Marty Lloyd
Band (formerly Freddy Jones), Cabaret Diosa, Brethren Fast, Nina Storey, Pat Green, Cory Morrow, Roger Creager,
Reckless Kelly, Django Walker, Jason Boland & the Stranglers, Seth James, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Dub Miller, Doug
Moreland, Keller Williams, The Wayfarers, Billy Joe Shaver, Dave Matthews Band, Papa Roach, Liquid Soul, Inner
Circle, Joe Nichols, Derek Trucks Band, Rev. Horton Heat, Wailers, Keb Mo and The Avett Brothers.
Summer: Big Head Todd & The Monsters, Freddy Jones Band, Susan Tedeschi, Avett Brothers, Suzy Bogguss, Michael
Franti & Spearhead, Los Lobos, Matt Costa, Susan Tedeschi, Kermit Ruffins, Bèla Fleck and the Flecktones, Sonia Dada,
South Austin Jug Band, Galactic, Little Feat, Delbert McClinton, String Cheese Incident, Keb Mo, James Brown, Blues
Traveler, Israel Vibration, Ben Harper, Charlie Hunter Band, Earl Scruggs, Yonder Mountain String Band, Corey Harris,
Michelle Shock, John Hiatt, Brent Rowan, Michel Martin Murphey, North Mississippi All-Stars, Los Lobos, Jimmie
Vaughan, Randy Newman, Dave Mason and Creedence Clearwater Revisited
EMERALD CITY OPERA
SUMMER & WINTER
Celebrating its eighth season, The Emerald City Opera promotes classical opera and the vocal and performing arts in the
Yampa Valley. With two separate year-round concert series: The Outstanding Artists Recital Series and The Resident
Artists Series, The Emerald City Opera continues to expand its presence in northern Colorado. ECO artists are coming to
Steamboat Springs from such acclaimed opera houses as The Metropolitan Opera, The New York City Opera, Opéra
National de Paris, Florida Grand Opera and the Göteborg Opera in Sweden. ECO performs several Outstanding Artists
Recital Series & Concerts each season; a signature production (2010 Carmen; 2009 La Boheme; 2008 La Traviata & Cosi
fan tutte; 2007 Madama Butterfly; 2005 Merry Widow; 2004 La Boheme; 2003 Magic Flute) as well as The New Year's
Eve Emerald Ball and other special events.
TREAD OF PIONEERS MUSEUM
YEAR-ROUND
The museum is a celebration of the Yampa Valley's rich and diverse heritage from Native Americans to Olympian skiers.
The Tread of Pioneers Museum, located at the corner of 8th and Oak Streets in downtown Steamboat Springs, features a
1908 Queen Anne-style Victorian home with turn-of-the-century furnishings. On display are various ranching, mining and
pioneer life artifacts from Routt County, a comprehensive History of Skiing exhibit, as well as a Native American display.
Our Western room, home of an extensive firearms collection, traces ranching life, the rodeo, and the story of an infamous
outlaw, Harry Tracy. Special museum features are a local history research library, gift store and an historic photograph
collection.
CULINARY ARTS- DINING
YEAR-ROUND
Steamboat is such a desirable place to call home that many of the countries finest chefs have planted roots in the Northern
Colorado town and brought with them an excellent standard for the culinary arts. Restaurants from fine dining to grab
n’go gourmet raise the bar featuring unique regional cuisine and flavors. Inspire your palate at one of more than 100
dining options in the Yampa Valley. The town also hosts various culinary arts events including the Steamboat Wine
Festival and the Martini Festival.
YEAR-ROUND
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS ARTS COUNCIL
Created in 1972 by a group of local citizens, the Steamboat Springs Arts Council (SSAC) is a
community-based nonprofit art and cultural programming and service organization to over 20 local
cultural organizations. In 1990, the SSAC was awarded a coveted National Endowment for the Arts
(NEA) Locals’ Incentive Grant. The mission of the Steamboat Springs Arts Council is to plan, produce,
promote and support programs in the arts and humanities for the enjoyment, enrichment and education
of residents and visitors of our valley. Steamboat Springs Arts Council has been providing marked the
quality art and cultural opportunities for the Yampa Valley community for almost 40 years.
Located in the renovated train depot at 13th Street, Steamboat Art Council members include Columbine Chorale, Friends
of Perry-Mansfield, Mountain Madrigal Singers, Delectable Mountain Quilters Guild, Rocky Mountain Dance, Steamboat
Community Players, Steamboat Dance Theater, Steamboat Springs Chamber Orchestra, Writers Group, Steamboat
Springs Free Concert Series, Peaks and Passages, Young Author's Camp and the Summer Family Jubilee Theater
Program. Visual art is displayed through monthly changing shows at the Depot.
ART GALLERIES
YEAR-ROUND
There are a number of art galleries, covering fine art, photography, paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and contemporary
western art throughout Steamboat Springs, both downtown and at the mountain. Steamboat Springs is home to a thriving
community of artists whose works are available in many local shops and galleries.
YEAR-ROUND
PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL & CAMP
In 1913, Charlotte Perry and Portia Mansfield fulfilled their dreams of creating a theatre and dance camp in the
mountains. Now, over ninety years later, Perry-Mansfield is recognized as the oldest continuously operating performing
arts school and camp in the nation. Throughout the years, a number of distinguished alumni, faculty, and guest artists have
passed through the doors of Perry-Mansfield. The list includes Robert Battle, Sammy Bayes, Jessica Biel, Ruthanna Boris,
Wally Cardona, John Cage, Martha Clarke, Merce Cunningham, Harriette Ann Gray, Julie Harris, Dustin Hoffman,
Hanya Holm, Lee Horsley, Doris Humphrey, Jack Lee, José Limon, Agnes de Mille, Daniel Nagrin, Peter Pucci, Jason
Raize, Lee Remick, Stephen Schwartz, Amala Shankar, Ton Simons, Francis Sternhagen, Helen Tamiris, Joan Van Ark,
and Charles Weidman.
Today, students from all over the world take classes from a select group of
accomplished and internationally renowned faculty. The tradition of Perry-Mansfield remains unsurpassed as the camp
continues to prepare emerging young artists for the stage. Recent alumni are performing with ballet hispanico,
Battleworks Dance Company, Munich Ballet, the Paul Taylor Dance Company, Nederlands Dans Theatre, and in film, on
Broadway and television.
LITERARY SOJOURN
FALL
Literary Sojourn is an annual gathering of authors and book lovers set in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. The 18th
annual Sojourn was held October 2010. Each year, 500 readers from all over the country gather in Steamboat Springs to
meet the creators of their favorite books and to celebrate, first and foremost, the joy and inspiration of books and reading.
This year’s authors included: Dan Chaon, Chris Cleave, Chitra Banergee Divakaruni, Wally Lamb, Lori Lansens and
Frank Delaney.
Past celebrities include Pulitzer Prize winner E. Annie Proulx, best-selling mystery authors Robert Crais, Tony Hillerman,
Michael Connelly; Oprah's Book Club authors Chris Bohjalian, Andre Dubus III, Jacquelyn Mitchard, rank Delaney, Jane
Hamilton, Michael Kun, Luis Alberto Urrea, Amanda Eyre Ward and New York Times bestselling authors Alan
Lightman, Rick Bragg, and Gail Tsukiyama. Literary Sojourn is a nonprofit, volunteer supported event organized under
the auspices of the Bud Werner Memorial Library in Steamboat Springs.
THE BUD WERNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
YEAR-ROUND
The renovated and expanded, the Bud Werner Memorial Library houses a collection of over 55,000 volumes, an extensive
collection of both abridged and unabridged books on tape and CD, and videotapes. In addition, the electronic resources
include on-line databases and CD-ROM programs for reference and research as well as fun and educational software for
kids. The library is named after Bud Werner, who was an internationally renowned alpine ski racer who died in an
avalanche in the Swiss Alps on April 12, 1964. Contributions from all over the world were given in Buddy's memory and
used to build a public library for the community of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The Bud Werner Memorial Library
opened its doors with a dedication ceremony on February 4, 1967.
YAMPA RIVER BOTANIC PARK
SPRING, SUMMER & FALL
The Botanic Park, located along the Yampa River is a free public park that combines native plants from the alpine to
semi-desert zones, sculptures from local and regional artists and special events such as Music-on-the-Green & Partners in
Interpretation as well as weddings on The Green. Five signature gardens (Lynne’s, Penstemon, Pioneer, Rose and WaterWise Gardens) are spread across the grounds and attract a wide variety of native birds, hummingbirds, butterflies and
other animals. The Park is open dawn to dusk from spring until the first heavy snow. A partnership of private
donors, public participation & the City of Steamboat Springs
NORTHWEST BALLET
YEAR-ROUND
Steamboat's Northwest Ballet has helped to shape culture in the Yampa Valley by providing local dancers of all ages with
year-round professional instruction. Members also produce and perform in high-caliber dance productions that are
comparable to those in much larger communities.
YEAR-ROUND
STEAMBOAT DANCE THEATER
Formed in 1975, the Steamboat Dance Theater includes 80 local dancers, choreographers and dance teachers. The
Steamboat Dance Theater sponsors classes and appearances by guest artists and master teachers, as well as an annual
dance concert to sell-out audiences.
FALL, WINTER & SPRING
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Established in 1991, the mission of The Steamboat Springs Chamber Orchestra is to perform music for the residents and
visitors of Northwest Colorado with an emphasis on community outreach, musician development, and music education for
youth.
WINE FESTIVAL
SUMMER
The Festival annually attracts over 3,000 attendees and is viewed as the "can't miss" event of the season. With nearly 800
wines, spirits, beer & some of the region's finest restaurants showcasing their talents, be sure to have the Wine Festival at
Steamboat on your calendar. The 8th Annual Wine Festival at Steamboat is scheduled for August 2011.
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SHARING THE STEAMBOAT SPIRIT
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Every business has a vital stake in the health and prosperity of the
community it inhabits and a responsibility to respond to the human needs and interests of its community. Where Pittsburgh is a
steel town, New York City is the center of world commerce, Houston is an oil
town, Detroit means cars…Steamboat is Ski Town, U.S.A.®
Community Vision
The Steamboat Ski & Resort
It is said that it takes a community to build an Olympian, and that motto stretches
Corporation endeavors to enhance its
beyond athletes in Steamboat where it takes an entire community to build Ski
relationship with, and understanding of
Town, U.S.A. Each unique business, organization and individual plays a vital role
the community’s issues and needs
in making Steamboat a stronger community.
through active employee and Company
participation integrating the long-term
success of the ski area with the non“Over the past two decades, the resort’s contributions have taken many forms and
profit
elements that make Steamboat
reach a multitude of community organizations,” said Chris Diamond, president and
a world-class community.
Springs
chief operating officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “As we
continue to strive to make the mountain a great place every day, we also work to
ensure the community remains a very special place! I know I speak for everyone at the resort in saying that we truly treasure
being a part of this great community.”
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation has contributed more than $1 million each year through multiple philanthropic programs
over the past eight years. The following reflects just some of the programs the resort and its employees participate in or have
been honored to be associated with during the past season.
STEAMBOAT SKI & RESORT CORPORATION FUNDS
Charitable Fund: Each year the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Charitable Fund awards special need based grants that
are used solely for projects that benefit general charitable purposes or support non-profit organizations in special need.
Educational Scholarship Fund: The resort established an educational scholarship program during the 1996/1997 season. The
scholarships are based on a written essay, academic achievement and school involvement, financial need and community
service. The program awards students grants to pursue higher education. Previously awarded one-year scholarship recipients are
eligible to reapply for additional scholarship grants. Since the program’s inception 14 years ago, more than 185 graduates have
benefited from $300,000 in scholarship funds.
Ski Corp. Environmental Fund: Steamboat is one of a handful of resorts nationally to establish a significant granting program
based on environmental needs. Since its inaugural year in 2004, nearly 50 projects have been granted more than $240,000,
representing a variety of nonprofit organizations across the Yampa Valley.
2009/10
2008/09
2007/08
2006/07
2005/06
2004/05
2003/04
Total
$20,000
$27,000
$56,552
$39,715
$55,028
$29,300
$14,330
$241,925
The fund is supported with donations from Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation employees, special sales of individual chairs
from removed lifts and through Yampa Valley Community Foundation Passport Club membership sales.
Ski Corp. Recreational Fund: Projects have included: Lithia Spring Park, Ski Time Square improvements, Yampa River
improvements, Depot Gallery renovation, Highway 40 median landscaping, Spring Creek trail construction, ice rink
enhancements, Yampa River kayak course, botanical gardens, Howelsen Skate Park, Strings in the Mountains, BMX track, area
communities such as Oak Creek, Yampa and Hayden and the Ute Indian memorial. Over the two decades, more than $1.7
million has gone towards community recreation projects.
PASSPORT CLUB AT THE YAMPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
The Passport Club: The Passport Club is made possible through a partnership between the Yampa Valley Community
Foundation and the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. This innovative use of corporate resources results in hundreds of
thousands of grant dollars for Routt and Moffat County organizations, employee giving, and a commitment to the long-term
sustainability of the region.
“The Ski Company and its employees are notable elements of this great and diverse community,” said Diamond. “The Yampa
Valley Community Foundation represents one of the best and most broad based means by which we can give back to the
Valley.”
The Passport Club provides exclusive benefits to donors who are interested in providing grants to the local community in the
areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Health & Human Services as well as Recreation. The resort annually donates
Silver Medallions, season passes, parking and other incentives that the Foundation offers at premier pricing levels.
The Yampa Valley Community Foundation connects people who care with causes that matter. It grows and manages charitable
funds that help support the current and future needs of the Valley through gifts and grants. Together we can build a healthy and
vital community through the power of philanthropy
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS WINTER SPORTS CLUB
The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation annually sponsors the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club
(SSWSC) with season passes, lift tickets, on-mountain training and race support. In addition, the resort sets
aside proceeds from opening day ticket sales each season to the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club’s
Scholarship Fund. SSWSC young athletes currently number over 1,000.
The SSWSC has played an integral part in the development of young athletes by providing the support, experience and
encouragement that they need in order to achieve their Olympic dreams. In fact, the Winter Sports Club is one of the oldest and
most recognized ski clubs in the United States and was named the 2007 United States Ski & Snowboard Association’s Club of
the Year.
Scholarship Day: The resort kicks off each season by donating the revenues from opening day lift ticket sales to the Steamboat
Springs Winter Sports Club Scholarship Fund. This fund provides financial support for deserving local children participating in
SSWSC Club programs. Since 1991, Scholarship Day has raised nearly $600,000 for deserving athletes.
CORPORATE/IN-KIND
The Ski Corporation undertakes several fundraising initiatives for local organizations through special events, learn to ski/ride
programs, payroll deductions, cash and in-kind support.
United Way: The Ski Corporation contributes to the Routt County United Way through three primary means: employee
deductions, ski medallions and employee participation. Individual employees have the option to deduct a set amount each week
from their paycheck. Over the years, an average of $10,000 is donated from individual payroll deductions to the United Way.
Secondly, the resort contributes two Silver Medallions annually to the United Way for fundraising efforts. Finally, the resort
encourages employees to participate in the annual United Way Day of Caring donating their time and skills. Through these
programs the company has donated more than $225,000 since the deduction program began in 1991.
Learn-to-Ski/Ride: During the past season, lessons, lift tickets and some lunches were donated to local organizations, schools
and programs.
Local Schools: To mitigate the cost of skiing/riding for local kids and reduce the barriers to learning for local kids, the
resort offers Steamboat, Craig, Hayden, Rangley, Meeker, Oak Creek and Walden Elementary, Junior/Middle and High
School students, faculty and school employees free lift tickets the last weekend of the season. This program is essential in
enabling every child in the Yampa Valley who wants to learn to ski/ride has the opportunity.
Charitable Groups: Groups receiving support include organizations such as Horizons, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Special
Olympics, Jimmie Heuga Foundation, S.O.S, The Sunshine Kids, Red Cross and the Burn Center, just to name a few.
Honor Roll Program: In an effort to recognize the importance of education, the resort introduced a program several years ago
that rewards students from seven local schools for their scholastic achievement. The Honor Roll program awards students
quarterly with a free lift ticket, rental, lessons, and discounted food package or summer product.
Corporate/In-Kind: Through resort products, services and individual employee participation, the resort is able to work with
various organizations across a wide range of classifications donating in-kind services/products. Several departments provide
on-mountain assistance for special events, competition services and fundraisers. In addition, the resort donates video production
talents to film and produce video projects for various community organizations. Over the years, the resort’s video production
skills have been instrumental for the Community’s Be Genuine Guest Service campaign, Steamboat Arts Council, Purchase of
Development Rights as well as the annual Hazie Werner Award for Excellence.
SPECIAL EFFORTS
The inaugural LIVESTRONG STEAMBOAT Ride 4 Yellow mountain bike event rolled into Steamboat Springs, Colorado,
on Sunday, August 8, 2010, raising $300,000 in one day for LIVESTRONG and locally for the Steamboat Springs community.
Seven-time Tour de France champion and cycling’s most famous rider, Lance Armstrong, along with mountain bike legend,
Dave Wiens and Colorado Governor Bill Ritter all helped more than 200 riders raise money in the battle against cancer. The
Steamboat Ski Area hosted the finish for the epic 26-mile Divide Ride across the Continental Divide; the route for the Mt
Werner Challenge as well as the luncheon, auction and outdoor expo.
When the Christie Peak Express, high-speed, six-passenger chairlift took off for the first time in November 2007, some of the
lift’s first passengers were members of local non-profit groups, Steamboat Training Adaptive Recreational Sports and Yampa
Valley Autism Program. Steamboat Ski Area, together with several local businesses – including Colorado Group Realty, One
Steamboat Place, Steamboat Pilot & Today, Duckles Construction, Smartwool and Yampa Valley Medical Center – donated a
combined total of $4,000 to these very worthwhile community organizations, while giving representatives from each business a
ride on one of the first chairs on the new lift together with a Steamboat Olympian.
During the summer of 2007, Steamboat donated 22 pallets (one full semi-truck) of uniforms (jackets, pants, vests & fleeces) to
the Fort Peck Tribes, located in the northeast corner of Montana. There are an estimated 11,786 enrolled tribal members, of
whom approximately 6,800 Assiniboine and Sioux live on the Fort Peck Reservation, with another approximately 3,900 tribal
members living off the reservation.
Spearheaded by Matt Tredway, a special presentation by Apa Sherpa, the man who has climbed Mt. Everest a record 16 times,
was held September 16, 2006 at the Steamboat Grand. The resort was just one of many that helped this event raise $5,000 for
the families of three fallen Sherpas. A sherpa family usually lives on $300 per year.
Upon hearing of the 2005 Kashmir earthquake in Northern Pakistan, the resort teamed with the National Ski Areas
Association to donate used employee uniforms to earthquake survivors. With tens of thousands of people injured and left
homeless from the 7.6 magnitude earthquake, Steamboat was able to donate 18 large boxes of warm coats, fleeces, hats and ski
pants to this region, considered to be among the poorest in the world.
In response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, the resort and its employees within hours of the crisis donated more than
$12,500 to the American Red Cross. In addition, the company allowed employees to bank vacation for volunteers to the area or
donate vacation that would be contributed as cash to the Red Cross or Salvation Army. Steamboat Central Reservations worked
with emergency response individuals to provide free or reduced airline tickets. Agents donated their earned airline tickets to
those wishing to work in the relief effort. On Sept. 28th, the company held a fundraiser, which raised an estimated $1,600. These
are just a few of the programs the company conducted to aid in the Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort.
Even though the Tsunami of 2005 hit halfway around the world, the employees of the resort donated $5,000 in cash to the
relief efforts to help those affected throughout a dozen countries in the Pacific Rim.
FDNY in April 2002: Local eighth grader, Hallie van Straaten, organized a trip for New York City firefighters, policemen and
their families, approximately 70-75 people, to ski Steamboat from April 7-15, 2002. van Straaten set out to bring together
Steamboat companies so that these firefighters, who had been through so much, could experience Steamboat’s unique western
hospitality. The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation donated nearly $50,000 worth of lift tickets, lessons and rentals. Various
lodging companies generously offered accommodations and Steamboat Central Reservations helped make airline arrangements
for the group.
Kosovo Relief Effort: In April 1999, used employee uniforms were sent to Yugoslavia in order to help refugees fleeing
Kosovo. Just under 2,000 items including waterproof parkas, vests, and ski pants, as well as sweaters, fleece vests and fleece
pullovers, were sent overseas with the help of the relief organization, AmeriCares. Both shipments, with a portion of the
shipping charges donated by RAC, Old Dominion Freight, Christy Sports and Sportstalker, were airlifted by military planes to
Yugoslavia and distributed by AmeriCares volunteers.
ORGANIZATIONS
The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation had the pleasure of working with the following organizations:
4-H of Moffat & Routt Counties
Adele Dombrowski
Advocates Against Battering & Abuse
American Cancer Rally for the Cure
American Lung Association
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Backcountry Snowsports Alliance
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Born Free Wildlife Rehabilitation
Boy Scouts of America
Boys & Girls Club of Craig
Boys & Girls Club of Metro Denver
Bud Werner Memorial Library
Christian Heritage School
Children’s Miracle Network
Children’s Museum
Children’s Hospital Cancer Center
City of Steamboat Springs
Civil Air Patrol
Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Colorado Mountain College
Colorado Renewable Energy
Colorado Ski Museum
Colorado State University
Colorado Uplift
Community Agriculture Alliance
Comunidad Integrade
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
DeSo Foundation
Denver Bar Association
Discovery Learning Center
Ducks Unlimited
Emerald City Opera
Emergency Family Assistance Association
First Impressions of Routt County
Friends of Routt Backcountry
Friends of the Yampa River
Girls Scouts of America
Grand County Foundation
Habitat for Humanity
Hayden Heritage Center
Hayden Lions Club
Historic Routt County
Horizons Specialized Services
Hospice of Northwest Colorado
Howelsen Hill
Howelsen Hill Skate Park
Humble Ranch
Intermountain Youth Wrestling League
International Skiing History Association
Jimmie Heuga Center
Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund
Knights of Columbus
Leukemia Research Foundation
Lift Up of Routt County
Literary Sojourn
Lowell Whiteman Primary School
Lowell Whiteman School
Make A Wish Foundation
March of Dimes
McCreight’s Dental Care Program
Moffat County Humane Society
Moffat County RE-1 Public School District
Muscular Dystrophy Association
National Ski Areas Association
North Routt Community Charter School
Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurses Association
Partners in Routt County
Perry Mansfield Performing Arts Camp
Rangley Public School District #4
Regis University
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Rocky Mountain Quarter Horse Association
Rocky Mountain PBS
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
Rotary International
Routt County Humane Society
Routt County RE-2 Steamboat & Hayden Public Schools
Routt County RE-3 Oak Creek & Yampa Public Schools
Routt County Search & Rescue
Routt County United Way
Ski Town USA Golf Classic
Snowboard Outreach Society
Southern Methodist University-Doak Walker Award
Special Olympics
Steamboat Mental Health
Steamboat Mountain Film Festival
Steamboat Swim Team
Steamboat Tennis Association
Steamboat Springs Board of Realtors
Steamboat Springs Arts Council
Steamboat Springs Chamber Orchestra
Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association
Steamboat Springs Figure Skating Club
Steamboat Springs Parks & Recreation
Steamboat Springs ProRodeo Series
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club
Steamboat Springs Youth Hockey Association
Steamboat Training Adaptive Recreational Sports
Stepping Stones
Strings in the Mountains
Sunshine Kids
Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Town of Oak Creek-Labor Day Celebration
Tread Of Pioneers Museum
United States Ski & Snowboard Association
United Way
University of Colorado
University of Denver
Ute Youth
Weed Warrior Program
Women's Foundation of Colorado
Women’s Wilderness Institute
Wyoming Children’s Society
Yampa Valley Autism Program
Yampa Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Project
Yampa Valley Community Foundation
Yampa Valley Housing Authority
Yampa Valley Medical Center Auxiliary
Yampa Valley Recycles
Yampa Valley Regional Airport
Yampatika
YoungLife
PARTNERS IN PHILANTHROPY
The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation is actively engaged in community philanthropy and each year contributes hundreds of
thousands of dollars in direct and in-kind services to charitable organizations to improve the quality of life throughout the
Yampa Valley. If you are interested in becoming a Passport Club Member or would like to share in the philanthropic services
of the Yampa Valley Community Foundation, please call 970.879.8632 or visit www.yvcf.org for more information.
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LOCAL FLAVOR OF THE YAMPA VALLEY
--WHERE THE PEOPLE MAKE THE PLACE-STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Steamboat’s streets are filled with unique personalities and
interesting people who have done everything from compete in the Olympics to climb Mt. Everest to walk in outer space.
As locals of Steamboat and the Yampa Valley these residents are happy to share their stories with guests so chat up your
neighbor, you never know who you may saddle up to at the bar or who could be riding on the chairlift next to you, and
what interesting things they may have done.
“The people who call this area home are Pure Steamboat,” said Rob Perlman, senior vice president of sales and marketing
for Steamboat. “They epitomize the adventurous spirit that helped found Steamboat Springs over 100 years ago. Each
unique individual brings something interesting to the community which allows us to grow while also remaining true to the
western heritage and friendly roots we’re known the world over.”
The following reflects just a small mix of the incredible individuals that you might encounter in Steamboat-Ski Town,
U.S.A.®. For comprehensive coverage of local personalities and interesting tidbits on the folks that call the Yampa Valley
home, check out the Steamboat Pilot’s annual magazine-Locals.
DEB ARMSTRONG
Deb Armstrong reached the pinnacle of skiing, both as an athlete winning Olympic Gold in 1984 and as an
instructor becoming a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America Alpine National Team in 2004,
the only past or present US Ski Team member to achieve this distinguished level. Having moved to Steamboat
in July 2007, Armstrong is currently a coach with the Steamboat Springs Winter Sport Club, hosts the
Steamboat Women’s Clinics and truly embodies the athletic and outdoor skiing spirit of Ski Town, U.S.A.®
TOM BAER
Tom Baer had more than 30 years experience in the field and numerous awards in both film and video before he retired to enjoy
the Champagne Powder® snow in 2004. Baer was Steamboat’s in-house videographer for over a decade, chief photographer for
both KCNC-TV and KUSA-TV in Denver; and worked on projects in Africa, Australia, the Far East, the Middle East and
behind the former Iron Curtain in Latvia. During Pope John Paul II’s visit to Denver, Tom was faithfully just a step behind the
Holy Father as the lead television pool videographer.
CHAD BEDELL
Chad Bedell is an Elk River Valley cowboy through and through, and these days, he’s refining a new form of agriculture. Chad
was just a little boy, maybe as young as 3, when his father, Orville, went to grandpa Doc Arnett and procured him his first
mount. Chad rode his horsemanship all the way to a World Championship belt buckle in steer wrestling in 1996. Bedell also
picked up a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics from Utah State University along the way, and it’s that expertise he
puts to use today, pasturing a tight little heard of 65 head on 1,800 acres.
NELSON CARMICHAEL
When Nelson started skiing back in the early days with the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports
Club, he could only dream of going to the Olympics, much less winning a medal. The dream
came true in the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France, where Nelson captured the
Bronze medal. A six-time US National Champion and two-time World Cup Champion and
three-time Pro Mogul Champion, Nelson teaches clinics and promotes Steamboat around the
globe. Don't be surprised to see Nelson out bumping it up on the slopes, especially on his own
trail, Nelson’s Run, where he offers a free bump clinic on select Sundays throughout the
season. He is a member of both the United States and Colorado Ski Hall of Fame.
FLETCHER-BRYAN & TAYLOR
Born in Steamboat Springs, Colo., the Fletcher brothers could practically ski before they could walk. A father, a ski patroller,
and mother, a real estate agent played a huge role getting the boys on skis and involved in sports at an early age. Both started
with the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, since then it has been full steam ahead for Bryan and Taylor (2010 Olympian
in two sports) as members of the US Nordic Combined team.
RAY HEID
A fourth-generation Steamboat native, Ray Heid's cousins include the Werners of ski racing fame: Buddy, Skeeter and Loris.
Heid made the 1960 Olympic ski jumping team as an alternate and served as a fore-jumper, flying farther than many of the
competitors who followed him. Before the Olympics, Heid competed for the University of Wyoming as a four-way skier
(downhill, slalom, jumping and cross country), and after the Olympics, he coached there. In 1964 he moved to New Mexico to
help Mescalero Apache Indians run a small ski area now known as Ski Apache. He moved back to Steamboat in 1985, where he
runs the family ranch, Del’s Triangle 3. You can find Ray telemark skiing Mt. Werner nearly ever day where he log nearly
10,000 vertical daily.
BILLY KIDD
When you think of legends in American skiing the name Billy Kidd is at the top of the list. He
became America's hero back in the 1964 Olympics when he became the first American man to win an
Olympic medal in skiing — a silver in the slalom at Innsbruck, Austria. Billy has made his home in
Steamboat Springs, Colorado since 1970 and spends the winter as Steamboat’s Director of Skiing and
running the Billy Kidd Performance Center. Billy remains active in numerous charitable
organizations sharing his knowledge and experiences with athletes of all ages and ability levels. He
still skis for enjoyment and excitement—two things that are as much a part of skiing as the name
Billy Kidd.
KENT KIRKPATRICK
Like tenor Luciano Pavarotti and actor James Earl Jones, Kent Kirkpatrick is famous for his voice. Known simply as
“Switchboard Kent,” Kirkpatrick has been the voice of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. for more than a decade. Kirkpatrick was
born and raised in Denver, where he started skiing with the Eskimo Club when he was 12. Kirkpatrick moved from Denver to
Steamboat with his wife Julie and their sons Ian and Colin in 1994. Kirkpatrick is responsible for directing and managing phone
calls and serves as an ambassador of sorts as the first voice many people hear when they call the Steamboat Ski Area.
Kirkpatrick estimates he gets in more than 100 days a year on the mountain, taking turns during lunch and on his days off.
MATT LADLEY
You're doing all right when the likes of Josh Dirksen is calling your lien air the best in the business. Matt
Ladley, a product of the famed Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, became a big edition to the US
Snowboarding program after tearing up the '07 Chevrolet Revolution tour. It took him only one year and
a podium on the U.S. Snowboard Grand Prix series to jump to the pro ranks and now guys like Steve
Fisher are stoked on his back-to-back 1080s. Matt was flying high in his second year of international
World Cup competition, as he made a career best result finishing 11th against a tough field in Italy. Matt
landed solid hits to finish second at the US Snowboarding Grand Prix in Killington. Matt learned how to
ride from Chris Saponaro. After a few years training with Saponaro, he started training with the
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club and now shreds with U.S. Snowboarding. Matt is expected to be
strong contender at the 2014 Olympics.
CAROLINE LALIVE
Nicknamed 'Liner' for the ability to pick out the perfect racing line, Caroline has competed in two
Olympic Games and reached six world-cup podiums since her US Ski Team debut. Lalive first strapped
on skis at the age of two in Switzerland before moving to Steamboat in 1995. The 1999 Junior World
Champion, Lalive competes in all five alpine disciplines--Downhill, Super-G, Giant Slalom, Slalom and
Combined--something that is nearly unheard of in this age of specialization. Named to her third
Olympic Team in 2006, Caroline was unable to compete due to an injury. Lalive can now be found in
Steamboat skiing, teaching Women’s Clinics at the resort and working with the Steamboat Springs
Winter Sports Club.
TODD LODWICK
Todd Lodwick is one of the most interesting athletes that you’ve probably never heard of.
Lodwick, returned to competition in '09 after a two-year retirement, and went on to win the first US
team Olympic medal in Nordic Combined at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics (a silver medal). His
long tenure in Nordic Combined includes a rare 5 Olympic appearances, six World Cup wins, 2004
Grand Prix Champion, Junior World Championship Gold in 1996, and eight straight seasons of
being in the top nine world rankings. After a retirement from the sport to start his family, Lodwick
returned in 2009 to become a two-time World Champion.
VERNE LUNDQUIST
You might not know his face, but you’re sure to know his voice. Verne has artfully covered over twenty-five different sports
during his television commentating career including: golf, ice skating, football, basketball and the Olympics. For 13 years in
Steamboat, Verne hosted the Walker-Lundquist Invitational with his long time friend, the late Doak Walker, 1948 Heisman
Trophy winner from SMU and a member of both the College and Professional Football Halls of Fame. Along with his wife,
Nancy, Verne has lived in Steamboat Springs for nearly 30 years.
ALEX & DAVIS MILLER
Brothers Alex and Davis are members of the U.S. Nordic Combined Team and relative unknowns in an obscure sport, which
combines ski jumping and cross-country skiing. The Miller twins’ sights are set on the 2010 Olympics. The Millers moved to
Steamboat Springs from Westminster with their parents in 1995 while they were in fourth grade. They quickly showed an
aptitude for Nordic skiing. At first, they competed in separate disciplines — Alex opting for the thrill of ski jumping paired with
cross-country skate skiing and Davis climbing the ranks of endurance athletes as a specialist in cross-country skiing.
ERIN SIMMONS
Olympian Erin Simmons is a three–time silver medalist in the Winter X–Games, and is ranked as one of
the top 10 snowboarders in the world. Skiing by the age of 2 and snowboarding by the age of 12, Erin
made her first Olympic appearance in 2006 for Canada, where she placed 17th in the snowboard cross
event. With her sights firmly set on competing in 2010 in her home country, Erin can be seen riding
Steamboat’s signature Champagne Powder® snow on Mt. Werner as well as competing in X-Games and
World Cup competitions. What for her snowboard tips on CNN’s Airport Network this fall/winter.
JOHNNY SPILLANE
Raise in Steamboat, Johnny Spillane grew up jumping off the ramps at Howelsen Hill and training with
the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club. He used his years of experience to make history by becoming
the first American to earn a Nordic combined silver medal at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. He went
on to collect three total silvers at the games. His medals at the Olympics were no surprise to those who
follow the sport, which combines ski jumping and cross country skiing, Spillane was also the first to win
gold at the World Championships in 2003 with the world sprint title. Spillane was a part of the goldmedal winning foursome at the 1999 World Junior Championships in Austria and the silver medal team at
the JWC’s in Slovakia in 2000. For the 2011 season, Spillane is focusing on the World Championships in
Oslo for team and individual success.
SHERMAN POPPEN
In 1965, Sherman Poppen joined two 36-inch long skis together so his daughter could play on the
snow-covered hills behind their home laying the foundation for what was to become the
snowboarding revolution. He called this new invention, the Snurfer--combining the words snow and
surfing and licensed the product to the Brunswick Toy Company with a $10 starting price. The
Snurfer gave inspiration to modern snowboarding pioneers Jake Burton Carpenter and Tom Sims,
who made additional modifications and launched the modern snowboarding phenomenon.
MADDY SCHAFFRICK
Maddy Schaffrick’s friends like to give her a hard time, bugging her for the occasional autograph, for good reason. Maddy was
at the top of her game in 2009. She started the season just narrowly missing the podium against the sports top dogs with a fourth
place finish at the US Snowboarding Grand Prix in Copper. She finished 9th at the Grand Prix in Boreal and finished first in
both halfpipe and slopestyle at the US Snowboarding Revolution tour. Maddy made her first World Cup start list in February
before closing the season with a third place finish alongside Gretchen Bleiler and Kelly Clark at the final stop of the Grand Prix
in Killington.
STEVE SWANSON
Imagine dreaming of the stars and actually seeing them from Outer Space. Steamboat Springs
High School and University of Colorado graduate, Steve Swanson made his maiden voyage to
space as part of STS-117 Atlantis (June 8-22, 2007). The 118th Shuttle mission and the 21st
mission to visit the international Space Station (ISS), Swanson and his fellow astronauts
delivered the second starboard truss segment, the third set of U.S. solar arrays, batteries and
associated equipment to the ISS. Steve accumulated 13 hours and 45 mins of EVA
(Extravehicular Activities, yes that’s outside the shuttle) in 2 spacewalks. STS-117
returned to land at Edwards Air Force Base, California, having traveled 5.8 million
miles in 14-days. Swanson returned to space aboard, STS-119 Discovery (March
15-28, 2009). The 125th Shuttle mission and the 28th mission to visit the
International Space Station, delivering the final starboard truss segment, S6. Steve
accumulated 12 hours and 37 minutes of EVA in 2 spacewalks. STS-119 landed at
the Kennedy Space Center after traveling 5.3 million miles in 13 days. In his two
missions, Swanson has accumulated a combined total of 26 hours and 22 minutes of
EVA in four space walks and traveled more than 11 million miles.
MATT TREDWAY
Retired Steamboat Springs Middle School teacher, Matt Tredway, was a member of the Team No Limits expedition on Everest
in May 2006. His love of the outdoors started at an early age, and by the time he was in high school he had climbed many of
Colorado’s "14ers". In addition to teaching, he founded and is the director of the outdoor education/recreation program,
Everything Outdoors Steamboat (EOS). EOS is designed to give kids a chance to discover outdoor skills they can become
passionate about, and carry with them throughout their lives. (EOSteamboat.org) Rock and ice climbing have led him to
extensive trips in Western U.S., Canada, Alaska (Denali, Summer 2005) and Nepal (Everest, May 2006).
KAREN VAIL
Karen gives guests a unique insight into the inhabitants of the Yampa Valley you don’t usually see. Karen is one of the nature
experts from Yampatika who guide the Interpretive Tours. She’ll let you in on all the secrets of where to look and most
importantly when to look for animals on the mountain. So make sure you join Karen to learn a little more about the animals and
plants that call the Yampa Valley home.
LORIS WERNER
Born and raised in Steamboat Springs, Werner learned to walk and ski at the same time. The youngest
member of the famed Werner family, Loris was only six when he entered the downhill race at the
Steamboat Winter Carnival. While attending Western State College, Werner competed in all four
disciplines - ski jumping, cross country, downhill and slalom - and twice won the NCAA Skimeister
Championship. Werner went on to represent the United States at two different Winter Olympics, first at
Innsbruck, Austria, in 1964 as a ski-jumping alternate, and then at Grenoble, France, in 1968 in alpine
skiing. Werner also played a vital role in the development of the Steamboat ski area serving the resort for
more than four decades, first as the ski school director, then mountain manager, and finally vice president
of operations. Werner was inducted into the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame in 2007.
SVEN WIIK
Sven Wiik, a former U.S. Olympic coach, has a long history of athletic accomplishment. He represented his native Sweden at
the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, as a gymnast. Gymnastics was included as a demonstration sport that year. A decade
later, he coached the U.S. Cross Country Skiing Team at the World Championships in Lahti, Finland, and then coached the U.S.
Olympians at Squaw Valley, Calif., in 1960. Wiik established the Steamboat Ski Touring Center and, to this day, helps his
daughter, Birgitta Lindgren, run the touring center. He remains a gifted instructor.
RYAN WOOD
A former professional football player on the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, Ryan Wood used his athletic background
to help develop and found clothing powerhouse Under Armour. After leaving Under Armour, Wood, a native of Colorado,
followed his dream and opened up a ranch just outside Steamboat Springs. He, along with his wife and new son, opened the
Sweetwood Cattle Company in the summer of 2010 offering a unique perspective on ranching and beef production. His
“Steamboat artisan beef” can be found at Rex’s American Grill & Bar, Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant, Big House Burgers, Lil’
House, bistro c.v. and Yampa Valley Medical Center.
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STEAMBOAT'S HISTORY FULL OF
WESTERN LORE AND PIONEERING SPIRIT
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/11-Archeologists have found evidence that the nomadic Ute Indians
spent summers in the Yampa Valley as early as the 14th century. The Utes roamed the vast lands alone until the 1800s,
when early settlers ventured into the valley.
Three French fur trappers traveling down the Yampa River are said to have named Steamboat Springs in 1865. One man
heard a chug-chug sound like that of a paddle wheel steamer. The men hurried towards the rhythmic sound and found it to
be a bubbling mineral spring -- hence the name. The numerous springs around Steamboat are still popular today as a
source of relaxation, and are rumored to have medicinal benefits.
Steamboat Springs’ first permanent settler was James Harvey Crawford, who discovered the Yampa Valley region while
on a hunting trip along the Gore Trail in the fall of 1874. Crawford staked a homestead claim during this trip and moved
to Steamboat Springs the following year with his family.
Stories about the beauty of the Yampa Valley spread, and other families relocated to the area. Among the early pioneers
were two prominent Missourians, Perry A. Burgess and William H. Walton. They, with Crawford and a few others,
entered preemption laws for the town site known as Steamboat Springs. Each took 160 acres and registered a homestead,
forming the first community.
The first major catalyst to growth came in the summer of 1883, when H. H. Suttle opened a sawmill. With the capacity to
produce logs for homes and stores, further community development was assured. One of the first businesses to open was
the newspaper, The Steamboat Pilot, which printed its first edition on July 31, 1885. By 1886, the town business district
also included a general store, post office and hotel.
The Origins Of Skiing In Steamboat
Communication with the outside world was difficult, due to long winters and poor road conditions. On snowshoes and
skis, mail carriers delivered letters and parcels. Faced with mountain passes and the prospect of settling where winter lasts
six months and averages nearly 30 feet of snow, pioneers quickly learned to travel the same way.
In the early 1900s, the same hardy settlers who battled winters to survive began turning the hills of Routt County into a
winter playground. The change accelerated with the help of Norwegian Carl Howelsen, who arrived in Steamboat Springs
in 1912. Soon after his arrival, Howelsen was ski jumping off a wooden platform in Strawberry Park and teaching the
sport to local youngsters.
In 1913, Howelsen organized the first Winter Carnival and jumping competitions. During the 1917 Winter Carnival,
Steamboat Springs honored the man who transformed skiing from a means of transportation to a sport by naming the ski
slope Howelsen Hill.
As skiing grew more popular, adventurous downhillers sought new hills to test their ability. When Rabbit Ears Pass
opened to winter traffic in 1938, the Forest Service cut two runs down the back slopes of the pass to the Valley View
Lodge. For the next few years, numerous Winter Carnival events took place on these hills.
A Ski Resort Is Born
In 1955, Jim Temple, son of a local ranching family, spearheaded the development of the Steamboat Ski Area in response
to the growing popularity of the sport and the new hill opened in 1961 with one Poma lift, the Cub Claw, and $2 lift
tickets.
The ski area did not open for the 1961/62 season due to the inability of a lift manufacturer to complete an order for a
double chairlift. Storm Mountain officially reopened in January 12, 1963 with a double chairlift and an A-frame warming
house. The day's cash receipts were $13.75 and the temperature hovered at -25°F. The two years following were profitable
for the ski area, which helped in gaining permits from the Forest Service to expand the area.
Steamboat lost its favorite son when hometown Olympic skier Buddy Werner was killed in an avalanche in Switzerland
on April 12, 1964. Storm Mountain was renamed Mt. Werner in his honor.
By the end of the decade, Mt. Werner had five new chairlifts, a modern restaurant facility atop Thunderhead Peak, ski
patrol buildings, a nursery, and numerous maintenance and snow vehicles. This “million-dollar building boom” generated
excitement and development, making tourism a prominent part of the local economy.
The 1st International Winter Special Olympics were held on Headwall during February, 1977. The event brought athletes
from around the world together for four days of competition. Special guests included Olympic Gold Medalist Bruce
Jenner; Colorado Governor Richard Lamm, Ethel Kennedy, Eunice Shriver and Steamboat's Director of Skiing, Billy
Kidd. In addition, Kidd played host at Steamboat to the first ever Jimmie Heuga Express for MS back in 1986, starting a
tradition that has spread to resorts across the country.
Ownership of the ski resort changed several times in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Previous resort owners include: LTV Recreational
Development, Inc. (1969-1979); Northwest Colorado Ski Corporation spearheaded by Martin Hart (1979-1989); and
Kamori International (1989-1997). Steamboat was purchased by American Skiing Company during the 1997/98 season. In
March 2007, Intrawest ULC (www.intrawest.com), a world leader in experiential destination resorts, acquired the
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. Including Steamboat, Intrawest has a network of resorts at North America's most
popular mountain destinations including Snowshoe, Stratton, Tremblant, Winter Park, Whistler Blackcomb and Canadian
Mountain Holidays, the largest heli-skiing operation in the world.
Ski Town, U.S.A.®
Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A.® was founded by hardworking, friendly individuals and families that enjoyed making turns
through the endless deep powder of Storm Mountain and the Yampa Valley. Members of the Werner, Fetcher, Temple,
Crawford, Perry, Wren and Nash families as well as Billy Kidd, Moose Barrows, Nelson Carmichael and a plethora of
other Steamboat Olympians can still be found enjoying all that Mt. Werner has to offer including its legendary
Champagne Powder® snow.
Many things have changed during Steamboat's history, but one has remained steadfastly constant throughout the last four
decades--its legendary Champagne Powder snow. It's always been light, dry and plentiful! And, after 40 years, you still
can't get Billy, Nelson, Moose or pioneering founders to tell you where their favorite powder stashes are located.
Since its humble start, the Steamboat Ski Resort has grown into one of the premier resorts in the world offering 18 lifts,
165 trails and seven on-mountain restaurant facilities, all spread over 2,965 acres/1,200 hectares.
When Carl Howelsen introduced recreational skiing to Steamboat Springs in 1913, he could never have realized the
tradition he was starting. Steamboat has produced more winter Olympians than any other town in North America-a record
69 and counting.
Perhaps the town’s Olympic heritage is due to the fact that the community not only allows the kids to get out of school for
a race - they encourage it. Perhaps it’s because of one of the largest winter sports clubs in the United States - the
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club. Whatever the reason, Steamboat is sure to always remain Ski Town, U.S.A.®
SKI TOWN USA
BY TOM BIE
The resort commissioned a commemorative hardcover book that explores the history, Olympic
tradition, seldom known facts, resort founders and unique insights into Steamboat-Ski Town,
U.S.A.® Steamboat is about Champagne Powder snow and tree skiing, but is also about the
founding and building of the ski area, the famous barn, the hot springs and…did we mention the
"Lighted Man" or the "Cowboy Downhill"? From that early dream to the modern internationally
acclaimed resort today, find out why Steamboat is the way it is, directly from the people that
played a significant role in its development. Jim Temple, John Fetcher, Billy Kidd, Moose
Barrows, Loris Werner, Nelson Carmichael, past resort presidents, long-time employees and
Olympians offer a glimpse into the making of one of the premier ski resorts in the world. The
resort teamed author Tom Bie to produce the hardback book featuring 160 photos covering the Ski
Area's 40-year history.
TALE OF THE TRAIL
Themes: Many of the trails on the mountain are arranged with common themes making it easier to remember where you
have been. Storm Peak, for example, contains runs named after weather occurrences such as Twister, Hurricane,
Rainbow, Cyclone and Tornado. Those on Sunshine Peak are named after time references. For example, High Noon, Sun
Dial, One O'Clock, Two O'Clock & Three O'Clock are trails named for the hour at which they are hit by the sun, while
Morningside Park has an early morning theme. Rolex, because of its northern exposure made it a premium run in an area
of "time themes", Loris Werner approached Rolex Watches to use the name and logo in 1985. Pioneer Ridge® trail names
feature early settlers and resort pioneers (Fetcher, Perry, Nash). In 2001, the resort installed Mavericks Superpipe. It was
named after Steamboat’s Western Heritage, the culture of freeriding, and a legendary big-wave break in California.
Mother Nature was named after a natural event, a mudslide that ran from Betwixt to Lower Concentration.
Pioneers: Bashor Bowl is named for pioneer Carl Bashor (1886-1963), who was 17 years old when his parents
homesteaded 160 acres now bisected by Giggle Gulch. He spent the next 60 years exploring Storm Mountain (a.k.a. Mt.
Werner) on skis or on an Arabian horse. In addition, early named trails-Bear Claw, Cub Claw and Bear Park-were named
by area founder Jim Temple, who found trees scuffed by bear marks between the Christie and Thunderhead lifts. Gordy
Wren thought the best run on the mountain, Buddy's Run, should be named for Steamboat Olympian Buddy Werner, killed
in an avalanche in Switzerland in 1964. Main Drag, Vogue, VooDoo, See Me, Vagabond, Heavenly Daze, Christie and
Drop Out were named by the Fetchers, Wrens and Crawfords in 1965 during dinner at the Stuart Robinson's Gallery
restaurant. Marvin Crawford and Ken Maul pulled Vertigo, Oops and Yoo Hoo out of the blue. Four Points was named
when John Fetcher and Gordy Wren spotted a four-point buck while searching for an upper terminal site. Elkhead was
named when Loris Werner, Dick Randolph and John Fetcher found the head of an elk while exploring sites in the Priest
Creek area in 1971. The resort's premier dining experience, Hazie's, is named after Hazie Werner, mother of three
Olympians (Buddy, Loris and Skeeter). Ragnar's, which opened in 1984, is named for Ragnar Omtvedt, Carl Howelsen's
skiing companion, who set the first National Jumping Distance record in the west in 1916. Valley View was named for an
early course at Rabbit Ears Pass, which was the site of the first downhill race in Routt County in 1939. Priest Creek takes
it name after Chester F. Priest, the first settler on the creek. Gordy Wren, who thought it would be amusing and unique to
compare a beginner's area to a precipice rising above the floor of a glacial basin, named Headwall. Temple's, where
Rainbow, Moonlight, Skyline, and Duster intersect, was named after Jim Temple.
Resort Employees: Ted's Ridge is named for veteran snow groomer Ted Cordova, who started with slope maintenance in
1965. Rudi's Run, called Central Park from 1970-1986, was renamed in honor of long-time ski school supervisor Rudi
Schnackenberg (father of ski patrol supervisor Larry Schnackenberg and former Ski School Administrative Supervisor,
Ruth McClelland). Ski Patrol Director, John Kohnke, then a lift operator, named Daybreak in a 1974 contest. Nearly ten
years later, another patroller, Matt Newman named Between in 1983. Huffman's was named for ski patroller Garry
Huffman, killed in a snowmaking construction accident in 1981. Merle Nash named Jess' Cutoff for Jess Brenton, a heavy
equipment operator who cut the first runs on the mountain while in his seventies. Nelson's Run is named for Nelson
Carmichael, six-time US champion and Steamboat Springs' resident, after he won the bronze medal at the 1992 Winter
Olympic Games in Albertville, France. Nelson was the first Steamboat Olympian to medal in the Olympics. Ski patroller
and trail crewmember, Wes Richey, who helped cut the line, named Sundown. Spike was named when Loris Werner ran
into a spike elk while searching for a trail location in 1982. Burgess Creek is named after Perry A. Burgess, 1875
homesteader and one of the early founders of Steamboat Springs.
Ranch Brands: WJW and Bar-UE Lift are named after two ranches in the Werner Family, which played a significant role
in the development of the ski area. William Jerold Werner, a Nebraska farmer, came to Steamboat Springs in 1912 and
ranched the mesa four miles south of town under the WJW brand. Edward "Pop" Werner, son of William and father of
Loris, Buddy and Skeeter, later started his own ranch with wife Hazie up the Elk River under the Bar-UE brand. Flying Z
was named after South Routt rancher, cutter racer and County Commissioner, J. Frank Stetson's brand. Triangle 3 is
named after Delbert Heid's ranch brand that his son Ray, an Olympian and cousin of Buddy, Loris and Skeeter Werner
now operates. Since 1965 Brand Inspector and Oak Creek rancher Raymond Pedersen has used the Crowtrack Quarter
Circle brand where Crowtrack receives it name. This brand was registered before Colorado became a state.
Nicknames: You might not find all of these on the trail map, but long-time locals might only know these areas by the
following names: Dead Man's Curve, Squid, Spilt Rocks, Sun Dog, Art's Stash, Castles, Killer, Muskrat Alley,
Twistercane, West High Noon, LA Freeway, Land of the Little People, Seven Turns, 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and Sideburn.
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1963
Storm Mountain, under local
ownership, opens for business
with one double chairlift, Bear
Claw and Poma lift.
An A-frame warming house
known as the Storm Hut
constructed in November of
1962 is a shelter for up to 250
skiers, with a snack bar and a
ski shop.
Cash receipts from opening
day, $13.75 with -25°
temperature.
1969
LTV Recreational
Development Inc. buys
properties and begins $10
million in development of the
Steamboat Village Resort.
Headwall and Burgess Creek
double chairlifts installed.
White Out, Blizzard and
Norther runs cut.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BY YEAR
1964
1965
• Octagon building built next to • Thunderhead lift is installed
the A-frame to house nursery
• Bear Claw lift renamed
and ski patrol and
Christie.
maintenance shops.
• Storm Mountain renamed Mt.
Werner in honor of Buddy
Werner, who died in an
avalanche in Switzerland on
April 12, 1964.
1970
• Summit Poma lift installed to
open up the face of Storm
Peak and Buddy’s Run.
• Stagecoach, 6-passenger, Bell
gondola installed to take skiers
to mid-mountain in record
time-13 minutes. 3,330 ft span
between Tower 1 & 2 was the
world’s longest. Height above
Heavenly Daze between
Towers 2 & 3 is 252’.
• Gondola buildings constructed
to provide facilities at the base
and top of the mountain.
1971
• Mighty Mite Ski School lift
installed.
1973
• A-frame and Octagon buildings
torn down.
1974
• Bashor double chairlift opens
up beginner area in Bashor
Bowl.
1979
• Northwest Colorado Ski
Corporation purchased the ski
area from LTV, changes name
to Steamboat Ski Corporation.
• Three triple chairs added:
Christie III (replaces original
Christie lift), Arrowhead, and
Southface, which replaced
Headwall Poma-area’s first lift.
• Ted’s Ridge added.
• Development of gladed areas.
• 10,000 square feet added to
Thunderhead Restaurant.
• Sale of Village Inn Hotel, golf
course, and grounds to
Sheraton.
1981
• Snowmaking system installed
on 160 acres serviced by nine
lifts.
1977
• Double chairlifts, Bar UE &
WJW, installed.
• Development of gladed areas
off Buddy’s Run.
• Four trails: Big Meadow, Crow
Track, Flying Z, and Triangle 3
added.
• Avalanche conditions
controlled on Chute One,
which is brought into boundary
& opened.
1982
• Landscaping improvements are
made in Gondola Square.
• Upper shop is expanded.
• Nursery is expanded.
• Six new lift status signs are
installed.
• Kids Ski Free™, the 1st of its
kind, established
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1968
• Four Points Lift, the first in
the country to feature
“bullwheel loading and
unloading” added to take
skiers up to the base of Storm
Peak.
• The Thunderhead Restaurant
at mid-mountain opens.
1972
• Headwall Poma lift is
upgraded.
• Three lifts, Priest Creek
double (first lift to be planted
by helicopter) and Elkhead
double and Christie II double
added.
• Priest Creek area developed
for tree and powder skiing:
Closets, Shadows, Twilight,
High Noon, One O’Clock,
Two O’Clock and Three
O’Clock.
• 15,000 square feet of retail
space added to the Gondola
Plaza area.
1978
• Development of 2 egress trails
- Eagle’s Nest and Short Cut.
1983
• Two new triple chairs,
Sundown and Storm Peak,
installed. (Summit Poma
removed)
• Relocation of lower terminals
on Four Points & Priest Creek
lifts.
• Five new runs cut.
• Car parking structure for 185
cars built.
• Trail signage system installed.
• Preparation begins for new
restaurant in Priest Creek.
• Three more lift status signs
installed.
1984
• Sunshine Bowl Opens for 400
acres of terrain.
• South Peak triple chair
installed.
• Double chair, Preview,
installed for Ski School use on
Headwall.
• Elkhead Lift converted from a
double to a quad & realigned
to the top of Tower Run.
• Completion of Ragnar’s, the
first gourmet restaurant on the
mountain.
• Six runs cut in Sunshine Bowl
and Priest Creek areas.
• $140,000 snowmaking
expansion.
1988
• First employee housing
facilities open with purchase
of Pine Grove Condominiums.
• 80 acres added to snowmaking
system.
• Lower Valley View
developed.
1992
• Storm Peak Express and
Sundown Express, the area’s
first covered high-speed quads,
replace the Storm Peak and
Sundown triple chairs. Four
Points is realigned and
upgraded to a triple; WJW lift
removed; Old Sundown Triple
sold to Killington, VT.
• Gondola Square base area
improvements.
1996
• Sunshine Reef Terrain Park
• Morningside Park, 179 acres,
with CTEC triple chairlift.
• Kids Ski Free™ eliminates
blackout period at Xmas.
• Multi-Day lift ticket (4, 5 and
6-days) price reduced and extra
day added for flexibility.
• Five HKD Tower & two SMI
Polecat snowmaking guns.
• New Bombardier Winch Cat.
• Second Magic Carpet and
Bruckschlogl lifts added in
1985
• Triple chair, Sunshine Lift, is
installed in Sunshine Bowl.
• Mighty Mite lift upgraded for
Ski School use on Preview.
• Six intermediate trails added.
• New signage, emergency
phones, and equipment
installed.
1986
• Stagecoach gondola replaced
by Dopplemeyer gondola, the
first, 8-passenger, high-speed
gondola in the world.
• Expansion of upper and lower
gondola terminals.
• Gourmet restaurant Hazie’s.
• Thunderhead sundeck
expanded
• $600,000 Gondola Sq.
renovation.
• Valley View developed
• Non-stop jet service started on
AA via ORD & DFW. Also
non-stops on Pacific
Southwest via LAX and SFO.
1987
• 65 acres added to snowmaking
system.
• Modifications on Sundown
and Storm Peak Lifts.
• Trail maintenance.
1989
• Steamboat Central
Reservations® purchased from
the Chamber
• Kiddie Corral expanded to
increase capacity by 50%.
• Lift added to Rough Rider
Basin and Rough Rider Trail.
• New BBQ area added at
Bashor.
• Broadway trail added
• Snowmaking compressor
installed for increased
capacity.
• Kamori Kanko Co. Ltd.
purchases Steamboat Ski &
Resort Corporation
1993
• Auto attendant for Central
Reservations as well as office
equipment, 20 new employees.
• Steamboat Ski Rentals doubles
its size, 2500 to 5000 square
feet.
•Four Points Hut restaurant on
Storm Peak opens.
• Dude Ranch Snowboard terrain
park developed.
1990
• Rendezvous Saddle facility
renovated and expanded.
• Snowmaking added to
Betwixt, Between, Lower
Valley View and Eagles’ Nest.
• Snowboarding halfpipe added
in Bashor Bowl.
• Chutes Two, Three &
Christmas Tree Bowl opened.
• Shopping areas added to
Central Park Plaza and
Gondola Square.
• New employee housing units,
Walton Pond Apartments,
built.
1991
• Summer mountain bike and
equestrian trails added.
• 9 Bombardier snowcats leased.
• Gondola Square
improvements.
1994
• Kids Magic Carpet
(Tenderfoot) conveyor belt lift
installed.
• Mighty Mite kids surface lift
installed.
• Snowmaking area increases 5
acres for a total of 390 acres.
• Upgrades and restoration of all
on-mountain restrooms.
1997
• 260 acres in Pioneer Ridge
developed for hike to access.
• Thunderhead Express, highspeed, quad chairlift replaces
both the Thunderhead double &
Arrowhead triple chairlifts.
• Area under Arrowhead lift
gladed for additional terrain.
• Snowmaking added to
Concentration.
• Telephone & electric utilities
installed in Pioneer Ridge.
• American Skiing Company
1998
• Twelve Trails in Pioneer
Ridge
• Pony Express, high-speed
quad chairlift, installed in
Pioneer Ridge
• Snowmaking added to the top
of Storm Peak covering
Buddy’s Run, Rainbow &
Storm Peak Face.
• Information Systems software
improved & expanded.
• Rental Ski Inventory
expanded
1995
• Storm Peak capacity upgrade
• Walton Pond employee units
Constructed
• Ten airless snowmaking guns
• Two Bombardier snowcats
• Video imaging equipment in
the ticket office
• Debut of Steamboat Online
• Satellite uplink & mountain
cameras installed.
• Direct nonstop jet service
through Adventure Tours from
Atlanta.
• Teen Ticket started.
1999
• AA Flight from ORD added
• Website redesigned to include
increased functionality and
ecommerce capabilities.
Southface area.
• UA goes to daily service from
Chicago & TWA starts service
from Atlanta/St. Louis.
2000
• Steamboat Grand Opens
• Midway Flight from RDU
• KVC remodeled into one-stop
check in center
• Lower Mtn Camera replaced.
• Snowmaking upgraded
• First Tracks Program started
• Comedy Club and Dinner
Theatre debut
• Ambassador staff triples in
size and provide staffing at
airport.
• Bear River Bar & Grill Opens
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purchases Steamboat from
Kamori International.
2001
• Mavericks Superpipe Installed
• Two Bombardier Groomers
added
• Snowmaking upgrades
• GrandKids Ski Free added to
Kids Ski Free program
• Bear River Deck Remodeled
• CO flight from EWR & AA
flight from ORD installed.
2004
2005
$1.3 million environmentally
• Master Plan NEPA Work
friendly, wind-powered
• Steamboat MountainWatch
Burgess Creek chairlift
• Three Additional Mtn.
installed
Cameras
Direct Flight Service adds
• Wayfinding and signage for
Delta Cincinnati flight.
base area and access corridors
iCORIS allows guests to book
• Snowmaking system will see
complete vacation packages
pipeline expansion on
online, including airfare and
Daybreak/High Noon, new
ground transfers unveiled.
remote equipment, hose and
New Super Value Pass
hydrants.
premiered
• Steamboat Goes HD in the
18-hole mini-golf course
Video arena with purchase of
opens
HD camera and equipment.
Snowmaking system will see
• New commercial-grade
the addition of 200 feet of 16espresso coffee machine at Go
inch pipe to the primary
Joe’s
pipeline, new hose, fan & land • Wheelchair Accessible Shuttle
guns and upgrades to one of
• Two additional AED units to
the systems pump houses
bring resort cache to six.
Upgrades to kitchen equipment • Steamboat Grand goes
and facilities in Gondola Joe’s,
Wireless
Rendezvous Saddle, Stoker,
• Four BR-350 grooming
Bear River, Four Points Hut
machines
and Ragnar’s Restaurants
• Eight, 4-stroke snowmobiles
New resort village entry sign;
• SlopeWise Safety Initiative
snowmobiles; two-way radios; • Steamboat Grand Website
mountain bikes; warehouse
Redesigned
heavy equipment;
• 40 energy efficient Tower
enhancements to ticket window
Snowmaking Guns
audio/speaker system and
• Upgrades to kitchen equipment
security systems round out the
and facilities in Gondola Joe’s,
capital improvements for the
Bashor Picnic, Four Points Hut
resort.
and Ragnar’s Restaurants;
eight new environmentallyfriendly four-stroke
snowmobiles; mountain bikes;
research & development testing
• Walton Pond Employee
Housing
• Customer Oriented
Reservation Information
System (CORIS) developed
2002
• Thunderhead restaurant
remodel and upgrades for BK
Corral, Hazie's and Ragnar's.
• Snowmaking efficiency
upgrades
• Gondola Square improvements
• Digital Editing System
• IS soft & hardware
enhancements
• Mavericks Music System
• Magic carpet installed in
beginner area
• Bombardier snowblower
added
• Digital Mapping Project
• Knoll Parking Lot Lighting
added
• Ski & Sport Patio Constructed.
• Mt. Werner Signage installed
2003
Delta Starts Direct Service
from ATL and SLC.
• BK, Hazie’s, Ragnar’s
improvements
• Master plan for Gondola
Square complete re-design.
• Mt. Werner Circle add
pedestrian crossings, lighting
and reconfigured intersections.
• Transportation Center moves to
nine lanes.
• Resort Master Plan laying the
foundation for future projects.
• Snowmaking installs 800’ of 6”
pipe & upgrades Bashor
Blockhouse.
• Steamboat Grand rental club
doubles
• S-Zone moved
• IT technologies upgraded.
2006
2007
• Improvements valued at more
• $16 million include the
than $7 million include the
Christie Peak Express.
Sunshine Express.
• Headwall Beginner Area
• Direct Flight Program sees
comprehensive re-grade into
11% increase YOY in seats
three distinct and unique trails
surpassing 153,000 total.
(Preview, Lil’ Rodeo &
• New daily 737-800 service
Stampede)
from Atlanta on Delta Air
• Snowmaking Improvements
Lines
including more than 4
• Increased the Salt Lake City
miles/6.4kms of new ductile
Delta service to two regional
iron pipe and 48 new low
CRJ-700
energy, high-efficiency guns.
• United Express upgraded
• Main Drag & Boulevard
regional service to two daily
merged into one new beginner
CRJ-700 jets from Denver
trail.
• $18 million improvement
• Direct Flight Program sees
project completed at YVRA
22% increase YOY in seats
• 2006 CSCUSA Patroller of the
for a total of nearly 185,000.
Year-Cody St. John
• New Saturday 757 service
• New Events such as Laurie
from NYC-JFK on Delta
Berkner Concert; Country in
• Increased the NYC-LaGuardia
the Rockies; 2007 Sports
Delta service to entire season
Illustrated For Kids Next
• New United daily CRJ-700 jet
Snow Search All-Stars; NBS
from Chicago
National Summit; and
• Comprehensive on-mountain
NASTAR Championship
trail signage replacement
• Rendezvous Way bypasses the
program with new color, iconic
steep upper section of
and info branding.
Tomahawk and traverses back
• The Meadows remote parking
to High Noon and Rendezvous
expanded by more than 38,000
Saddle area. In addition,
sq. ft. on the north end.
Broadway was re-graded to
• KVC 2nd Floor Lunch room at
Thunderhead remodeled.
improve its width and decrease
• Deb Armstrong and Scott
its steepness.
Anfang named Alpine &
• $1 million in the renovation of
Snowboard Technical
food outlets at the
Directors respectively.
Thunderhead and Rendezvous
• Employee Environmental Fund
lodges.
•
of new Gondola equipment
racks; extension of the
Gondola maze area for better
flow; paving of the north
portion of the Meadows lot;
new deck furniture for 4 Points
& Rendezvous; office
equipment; and enhancements
to information systems
throughout the mountain and
hotel round out the capital
improvements.
2008
• Improvements valued at more
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than $4 million.
• Finishing touches to Headwall
Beginner Area re-grade.
including nearly 20,000 feet
(3.78 miles) of new ductile
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iron pipe from US Snow Pipe.
• New All-Jet Service from
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Nine Airports
• New Prinoth BR-500 and BR350 tower winch grooming
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machines
• Remote parking facility, the
Meadows, will expand by
•
more than 38,000 sq. ft
• Add Q-CPR automated
•
external defibrillator (AED)
unit. Currently, the resort
employs 14 AED units
•
• Steamboat Ski & Sport
Downtown occupies 1,670 sq.
ft. in the new Howelsen Place.
• Augment the resort’s ecofriendly, 4-stroke snowmobile •
inventory.
The resort is working with
One Steamboat Place
developers on a series of
planning, design and
engineering projects during the
construction phase.
Employee Environmental
Fund awarded $56,552 in 5th
Year.
$250,000 goes toward new
rental skis from Salomon,
Rossignol and Volkl.
The resort is replacing exterior
siding on four buildings in its
employee housing pool.
Steamboat Unbridled unveils
new website.
Over $250,000 will be directed
towards efficiencies in IT
arena.
Replace the gear boxes for the
Gondola and Thunderhead
Express lifts; install magic
carpet covers/belts;
Conduct extensive summer
brush cutting on numerous
trails
2010
• New Terrace & Umbrella Bar
at Bear River
awarded $20,000 in 7th Year.
• Olympians Lalive and
Armstrong Join Forces for
including new HKD lowWomen’s Ski Seminars
energy, high efficiency tower
• New Chef at Ragnar’s
guns; primary pumps, motors,
• New Frontier Daily Service
pedestals
from Denver in programs 25th
• New Retail Outlets: Pro Shop
season
and Sweet Mountain Tees
• New Terrain Park Rails
• Zero Waste Initiative
• Hike & Bike Master Plan
Awarded Silver Eagle
• Pine Beetle Mitigation
• YVRA $7.8 million upgrades
• KVC Major Carpet Relocation
• New Ski Town USA
• CAFR Recycler of Year
Magazine
• Purchased a state-of-the-art
awarded $39,715 in 4th Year.
• Six additional AED units
Zaugg superpipe cutter.
added.
• Steamboat’s snowmaking
• Steamboat Unbridled, the
system sees addition of 2,500
resort-wide renovation
feet of 10-inch pipe on Vogue
program, as well as
and Tomahawk, new hose, fan
developments such as One
guns and upgrades to one of
Steamboat Place & Wildhorse
the system’s pump houses.
Meadows.
• Rocky Mountain Ultimate Pass
awarded a record $55,028
& Super Pass Plus unveiled
• Steamboat Ski & Resort
with Winter Park & Copper
Realty, a full-service real estate
Mountain.
brokerage office, opens in
SGRH
2009
• Improvements valued at more • Employee Environmental
than $2.5 million
Fund awarded $27,000.
• Next-Gen Air Surveillance
• Conduct extensive summer
Tracking System Give Live
brush cutting on numerous
at HDN (1st in Continental
trail
US)
• Replace the haul ropes for the
Gondola and Sundown
including 11 HKD lowExpress lifts
energy, high efficiency tower • Slopeside Patrol 1st Aid
Facility & Shipping/Receiving
guns added to arsenal;
in One Steamboat Place
primary pumps, motors,
• Meadows Parking Public
pedestals, sled and tower
Improvements: new access
features upgraded.
points and 8-foot walkways
• Expanded Kids’ Vacation
• New Prinoth BR-500 added to
Center with new Slopeside
snow grooming fleet
entry
• New Daily Chicago Service
• Ski & Snowboard School
on United Airlines
Ticket Office (3,800 sq. ft.)
• Public URA Projects
in new One Steamboat Place
• North & South Promenade
• Zero Waste Initiative
• Burgess Creek
• New Intrawest Helmet Policy
Daylighting
• Gondola Cabin Seat
• Private Developments Usher
replacement and addition of
in new chapter in Base Area:
new Gondy Evac Bikes
• One Steamboat Place
• $250,000 goes toward new
• Edgemont
rental skis from Salomon,
• Trailhead Lodge
Rossignol and Volkl
• Wildhorse Gondola
Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A
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SUMMER IN SKI TOWN, U.S.A.®
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-Steamboat may be known for its winters, but when the
Champagne Powder® snow melts a whole new Steamboat is uncovered. Wildflowers blossom, mountain biking and
hiking trails are unearthed, the Yampa River flows for kayaking, rafting, tubing and fly fishing and Fish Creek Falls
shows its might.
“Steamboat is the ideal year round vacation destination,” says Chris Diamond, president and chief operation officer for
Steamboat Ski Resort & Corporation. “Cooler temperatures invite guests from all over the country to relax, rejuvenate and
reconnect with friends and family on the slopes of Steamboat Ski Area. The combination of perfect weather, outdoor
adventure and family activities makes Steamboat the first choice in summer escapes.”
Steamboat awakens with a different spirit in the summertime when concerts, weekend events, sporting competitions and
idyllic weddings take center stage. Up at the ski area, the family friendliness that makes Steamboat the number one winter
destination carries through to summer with the Coca Cola Adventure Zone, Gondola Rides, world-class trail system and
on-mountain dining offering spectacular views of the valley.
Gondola Rides
Gain a new perspective over 9000 feet above the Yampa Valley. Thunderhead Peak and more than 50 miles of hiking and
mountain biking trails are easily accessible with a ride on Steamboat’s 8-person Gondola, whisking guests nearly 2,000 feet up
the mountain and offering massive views of the valley below. The Gondola operates from 10 am to 4 pm daily during the
summer season and on weekend in the early summer through Labor Day.
Steamboat Season Passes: 2010/11 Season Passholders can use their winter pass for unlimited summer gondola rides. Guests
can also purchase a summer-specific season pass and mountain bike season pass for easy access to the mountain. The resort also
offers the critter pass, where dogs can get a photo pass for easy identification. A portion of the critter pass goes to the Routt
County Humane Society. Information for all season pass types can be found online at www.steamboat.com/seasonpass or by
calling the Steamboat at 800.922.2722
Respect The Mountain Environment: don’t litter-pack it in, pack it out; don’t remove any vegetation; respect all trail
closures; don’t approach, feed or touch wildlife; stay on the designated trails at all times; stay clear of all chairlifts, equipment
and lift towers as they may move at any time for maintenance and, smoking is strictly prohibited in all areas of the ski resort.
Hiking on the Mountain
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The Vista Nature Trail, a one-mile handicapped accessible loop starting at the top of the gondola, is a wide, graded,
gravel path for the first ½-mile then turns into a traditional hiking trail for the second ½- mile. Yampatika offers Vista
to Valley, guided interpretive nature walks down Thunderhead Trail every Saturday.
The Thunderhead Hiking Trail is a three-mile trail from the base to the top of the gondola that offers a 2,180-foot
elevation gain/loss and meanders through aspen and evergreen groves, offering scenic vistas of the Valley.
Mountain Biking on the Mountain
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Over 50 miles of world-class mountain biking terrain spreads across Steamboat Mountain, plus hundreds more in the
surrounding Routt County area, catering to call levels of mountain bikers.
Rentals: full and front-suspension bikes at Ride Sports in Gondola Square. Diggler All-Mountain Scooter Rentals.
Private and semi private clinics are available for all levels of riders through the Steamboat Mountain Bike School.
Guests can bring their own mountain biking equipment; Mountain Bike Uplift is needed to utilize Gondola access to
Thunderhead.
Master Plan Update underway to include downhill mountain bike trails in coming years
Dining Delicacies
Oasis Sundeck Bar & Grill-Kick back and savor the flavor of the islands at 9,000 feet above sea level. Oasis serves lunch,
frozen cocktails and ice-cold beer daily during the summer.
Friday Sunset Happy Hour- On select Friday evenings during the summer, savor spectacular sunsets, tasty tapas and your
favorite cocktails at Thunderhead Reds bar at the top of the Gondola. Call 970-871-5150 for reservations.
Guided Gourmet Hike- Steamboat Ambassadors guide hikers on a trek along the Vista Nature Trail followed by a white-linen
lunch buffet on Wednesday and Friday; Sunday hikers will enjoy Sunday Brunch on the Mountain. Buffet and brunch selection
consists of international cheeses, croissants, baguettes, fresh Italian pasta, seafood salads, assorted fruits, rare peppered sliced
round of beef, smoked turkey, country ham, salmon filet, lobster, fresh chocolate-dipped strawberries, éclair and summer
cobblers By reservation only, please call 970-879-0740.
Hazie’s Dinners- Enjoy the most spectacular sunset while enjoying culinary themed creations with the resort’s newest
nighttime dining experience, Hazie’s Dinners. Dinners are priced-fixed and include salad, entrée, dessert and gondola ride.
Hazie’s delectable 3-course dinners feature healthy seasonal fare Friday and Saturday evenings from mid-June through Labor
Day. Please call 970-871-5150 for reservations.
Sunday Brunch on the Mountain- Elegance, atmosphere & live jazz combine to make this a morning you’ll always
remember. Hazie’s chefs serve up a spectacular all-you-can-eat style buffet with incredible views of the Yampa Valley below,
plus a glass of champagne or mimosa for guests 21 years of age or older. The brunch package includes gondola ride and taxes.
Available Sundays, from mid-June through Labor Day. Please call 970-871-5150 for reservations.
Gondola Joe’s-Go Joe’s, the hottest bistro in Gondola Square, offers pippin’ hot cappuccino, latte, espresso, coffee, ice coffee
drinks, hot cocoa, ice cream & gelato, baked goods, breakfast burritos, soup, custom-built sandwiches, chili, smoothies, soft
drinks and so much more. There’s no closer place to fuel up before heading up the Steamboat Gondola.
Coca Cola Adventure Zone
The #1 Family Resort in the winter, is also the #1 place to be in the summer with the Coca Cola Adventure Zone in the heart of
Gondola Square. The Adventure Zone offers activities for children of all ages including:
Slingshot Trampoline Bungee Jump- A safe and fun way for the entire family to experience "big air" on the mountain.
Steamboat’s slingshot combines the excitement of bungee jumping with the fun of trampoline jumping.
East Face Climbing Wall-Steamboat's 24-foot rock climbing wall, situated at the base of the ski area, offers a challenging
and thrilling experience for ages 5 and above. See if you can summit the East Face Wall!
Kids Bounce- kids of all ages will enjoy this bouncing adventure in an enclosed split-level, 15 by 15 foot inflatable castle.
Ropes Course- children and adults are harnessed in as they prepare to challenge their mind and body on different ropes
course elements including the rope bridge and ladder.
Human Gyro- Try Steamboat’s most mesmerizing attraction. Spin and twist your way to fun alone or with a friend.
Mechanical Bull – Gondola Square Adventure Zone’s latest attraction! Slip into the saddle and ride it like they do in the big
leagues and see if you can hold on!
Alpine Slide: The resort and Howelsen Hill have teamed up to offer thrill seekers the Ride & Slide Package. Adrenaline junkies
receive three Howler Alpine Slide tickets and one all-day Steamboat gondola ticket for a special price. The Howler is the
steepest alpine slide in Colorado is an exciting experience in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs.
Kids’ Adventure Club
Kids’ Adventure Club is a vacation for parents. Children can participate in day, week or season long club sessions with
activities for children ages 3-12 years old. Hours of operation: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, June -August.
• Mini Campers, 3-4 years old. Activates: short hikes, arts & crafts, outdoor games and water sports
• Yampa Campers, kindergarten – 2nd grade. Activities: Strings in the Mountains concerts, canoeing, arts & crafts,
Bungee Jump Trampoline and outdoor games.
• Routt Scouts, ages 8 to 12. Activities: Steamboat Lake, Craig Wave Pool, Hahn’s Peak Lake, mountain biking, arts &
crafts, outdoor games and riding the Alpine Slide. Hours of operation: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday,
June through August.
Events & Music
Steamboat is home to numerous special events in the summer. Visit steamboatsummer.com for a complete calendar of events
August
June
30th Steamboat Marathon Half-Marathon and 10K
16th Mt. Werner Classic Trail Run
23rd Rocky Mountain Ford Mustang Roundup
8th Steamboat Wine Festival
9th Art on the Mountain
97th Routt County Fair
July
108th Cowboys’ Roundup Days Fourth of July Celebration
31st Hot Air Balloon Rodeo
37th Art in the Park
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27 Steamboat Mountain Soccer Tournament
September
Wild West Air Fest Labor Day Celebration
26th 10K at 10,000 Feet Trail Run
Rally Colorado
3rd Annual Steamboat OktoberWest
The Free Summer Concert Series features numerous community concerts throughout the summer season. Past performances at
Howelsen Hill and in the resort’s base area have included Rusted Root, the Freddy Jones Band, Susan Tedeschi, Michael Franti
& Spearhead, John Hiatt, Lyle Lovett, Keb Mo and more.
Steamboat Strings Music Festival offers free family concerts in addition to a variety of classical and contemporary evening
performances. The Strings Music Festival includes more than 150 artists participating in performances and education programs.
Strings is nationally recognized as one of the foremost music festivals in the country and debuted a new music pavilion in 2008.
On-Mountain Shopping
Steamboat’s retail shops offer summer shoppers a multitude of on-mountain options. Choose from mountain bike accessories,
resort wear, logo wear & ball caps at RideSports in gondola square and souvenirs and gifts at the 9,000 ft. top shop-at the top of
the gondola. On select weekends throughout summer, local artisans display their crafts in gondola square as part of Art on the
Mountain.
Catered Events & Private Functions
Events at Steamboat are made in heaven . . . well almost. Imagine entertaining in the mountains high above the Yampa Valley.
Let Steamboat’s special event professionals design your dream wedding, family reunion or group function. Menus are tailored
to your taste and budget. Panoramic views, quaking aspens, spruce & fir trees and the emerald green valley set the stage for an
event you and your guests will always remember. The resort welcomes parties from 60 to 360 for a unique mountain-top
experience.
Camping & Wilderness Areas
With over 1,000 square miles of multi-use public lands including Routt National Forest, several Colorado State Parks and two
wilderness areas surrounding Steamboat Springs, the area is ripe for backcountry camping and adventure. Some of the most
popular sites include:

Fish Creek Falls - a breathtaking 283-foot waterfall just four miles from downtown.
Mount Zirkel Wilderness - one of the state's most remote and spectacular wilderness areas stretching from Buffalo Pass
to the Wyoming border. Featuring 173 miles of trails, including 27 miles of the Continental Divide Trail.
Flat Tops Wilderness Area - encompasses 235,230 acres just 20 miles south of Steamboat Springs with unique
geological features, vistas, sheer volcanic cliffs and numerous alpine lakes.
Rabbit Ears Pass - on Highway 40, this pass is named after a highly visible volcanic rock formation resembling a pair of
rabbit ears.
Steamboat Lake, Pearl Lake, and Stagecoach Lake State Parks - these state parks have camping facilities, fishing and
boating opportunities.
SUMMER AREA ACTIVITIES
Summer activities are only limited by your imagination and include: Alpine Slide, Art on the Mountain, ATV Tours, Boat
Rentals, Bungee-Trampoline, Kids Bounce, Disc Golf, Climbing Wall, Fly Fishing, Golf, Gondola Rides, Hiking, Dining,
Helicopter Tours, Horseback Rides, Kayaking, Kids’ Camps, Mountain Biking, Old Town Hot Springs Pools & Waterslide,
Nature Exhibits/Tours, ProRodeo series, Rock Climbing, Music Festivals, Whitewater Rafting, Wagon Rides and much more.
For the most up-to-date information on the resort, packages, events, concerts, recommended rides & hikes, or other summer
activities, log onto Steamboat’s website at www.steamboat.com.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
mlane@steamboat.com
STEAMBOAT MANAGEMENT TEAM
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-WINTER 2010/2011-The Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation is managed by a talented and highly
knowledgeable team of industry professionals with a level of expertise that is unparalleled within the industry. The following provides the
names, titles and respective bios for the Steamboat senior and middle management team.
STEAMBOAT SKI & RESORT CORPORATION
CHRIS DIAMOND
PRESIDENT & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Chris Diamond began his ski industry career in 1972, when he joined Sherburne Corporation (which later became S-K-I Ltd.) at
Killington Vermont, serving as assistant to the president. In 1977, he was appointed general manager of the company’s Mount Snow Ski
Resort and vice president of the Sherburne Corporation. In 1994, he returned to Killington to serve as S-K-I Ltd.’s vice president of
business development. In 1995, he was appointed vice president of Vermont operations for S-K-I Ltd., in which capacity he also served as
president of the Killington and Mount Snow resorts. He returned to Mount Snow to serve as vice president and managing director in 1996,
upon S-K-I Ltd.’s acquisition by American Skiing Company (ASC). In 1999, he moved to the Steamboat where he currently serves as
president & coo of the resort. Diamond is a past chairman of the National Ski Areas Association, Colorado Ski Country USA and past
board member of the Vermont Ski Areas Association. He currently serves as member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee
for CSCUSA, the state trade association for the $2.5 billion Colorado ski industry. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Yampa
Valley Community Foundation, the Urban Renewal Authority Advisory Committee, the Yampa Valley Airport Advisory Commission,
Board of Directors of the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association and Government Affairs Committee of the National Ski Areas
Association. Diamond earned a Bachelors degree from Middlebury College and a Masters degree from University of Massachusetts.
ROB PERLMAN
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT-MARKETING & SALES STEAMBOAT AND WINTER PARK
Perlman is responsible for development and management of Steamboat and Winter Park’s sales and marketing efforts including oversight
of strategic plans, brand management, advertising, promotions, direct/database marketing, international and domestic sales, web/online
marketing, Steamboat Central Reservations®, strategic partnerships, and public relations. Perlman will work closely with the Steamboat
marketing team in continuing the growth of the Steamboat brand as the nation’s premier family-friendly resort with its world-famous
Champagne Powder® snow and authentic western hospitality. While at Colorado Ski Country USA, Perlman served as the ski industry
representative on the Colorado Tourism Office Board and currently serves as Chairman. He also is a board member of the Denver Metro
Convention and Visitors Bureau, a Trustee of the Colorado Conservation Trust and held a position on Denver International Airport’s
Vision Design Team. Along with his various positions in the Colorado tourism arena, Perlman’s tenure in the ski industry has included
leadership roles at several resorts in Colorado and California, where he developed and implemented progressive and comprehensive
marketing and sales programs. An alumnus of the University of Arizona, Perlman grew up in Evergreen, Colorado. He and his wife, Erin,
along with their two daughters reside in Steamboat.
DOUG ALLEN
VICE PRESIDENT – MOUNTAIN OPERATIONS
Doug Allen, VP-Mountain Operations, has been in the ski industry for more than three decades and oversees all mountain operations
including lift operations, lift maintenance, ski patrol, snowmaking, slope maintenance, trail grooming, snow removal and lift construction.
Allen has been with the resort since 1986 serving as Director of Mountain Operations from 1990-2003 and Lift Manager from 1986-1990.
Prior to joining Steamboat, he worked in various lift related positions for Copper Mountain Resort for 14 years. Allen was appointed by
the Governor to the Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board from 1990-98, holding the chairman position for the last three years of
his term and served as ski area representative on the CPTSB-Technical Committee. The CPTSB regulates aerial tramways, surface lifts
and tows used for recreational purposes in Colorado. As 25-year member of the ANSI B77 Committee, the group responsible for national
tramway standards, he has represented the ski industry in code development and currently holds an elected position to the National
Tramway Standards Board. Allen, who is also a member of Colorado Ski Country USA's Operations Committee, received a Bachelor of
MIKE DEGROFF
VICE PRESIDENT – RESORT SERVICES
VP-Resort Services Mike DeGroff, who has been in the industry for more than three decades, is responsible for Rental, Retail, Base Area
Services, Facilities, Security, Shuttles, Uniforms and Mountain Food & Beverage for the Steamboat Ski Area. Prior to becoming VP,
DeGroff held the following positions with the company: Senior Director-Resort Services for one year; Director Resort Services for 16
years; Special Events Supervisor for 7 years; and Race Crew for 2 years. He established the resort’s safety committee and award-winning
recycling program as well as acted as the FIS Women’s Alpine World Cup Organizing Committee Co-Chairman in 1989 and 1992. While
at the resort, he also worked seasonally for the Sheraton Steamboat Resort, Routt County Landscaping and Mountain West Environments.
DeGroff has actively been involved in the community serving as a board member or commissioner for the Steamboat Springs Youth
Soccer Association, Steamboat Springs Youth Hockey Association and the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club.
LAURIE GOOD
VICE PRESIDENT – FINANCE
Laurie Good, a 23-year financial industry veteran, is responsible for all financial elements for the ski area, Steamboat Grand and
Steamboat Central Reservations® including accounts payable and receivable, pre-sold services, central cashiering, auditing, financial
reporting and long-term & short-term financial strategic planning. Prior to joining Steamboat, Good held the position of CFO for Qwest
Global Services in Denver, Colorado; was the director of business operations for Nextel Communications from 1996-98; and, worked her
way from senior financial analyst to manager of worldwide field operations planning and reporting for Storage Technology Corporation
from 1988-96. A certified public accountant, Good is a graduate of Idaho State University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in
Accounting and a Masters in Finance from the University of Colorado. An avid skier, Good is actively involved with numerous charitable
organizations.
RANDY HOWIE
VICE PRESIDENT – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Randy Howie, a 22-year veteran of the ski industry, currently oversees all information technology and software development for the
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Prior to the sale of Steamboat in 2007 to Intrawest, Howie was the Vice President of Information
Technology Business Solutions for Steamboat’s parent company, American Skiing Company (ASC), where he managed the application
portfolio across seven resorts as well as a team of business analysts who supported software and information assets for the enterprise.
Before his role with ASC, Howie’s experience spanned financial and technical responsibilities across Steamboat including Sr. Director of
I.T., Technical Manager of Software Development and Controller of Steamboat Central Reservations®. Prior to arriving in Ski Town,
U.S.A.®, he held the position of Director of Revenue and Lodging accounting at Copper Mountain Resort and managed a business
technology consulting practice within a regional public accounting firm. Howie graduated from the School of Business Administration at
the University of Michigan with concentrations in Finance and Information Technology. A Certified Public Accountant in the State of
Colorado, Howie is an avid cyclist, skier, photographer as well as volunteers for Steamboat Strings in the Mountains Music Festival.
JIM SCHNEIDER
VICE PRESIDENT – SKIER SERVICES
Jim Schneider, VP-Skier Services since October 2002 and 28 year industry veteran, is responsible for the Ski & Snowboard School,
competition services, the Kids’ Vacation Center, summer mountain activities, guest services and Ambassadors, and all lift and ski school
ticket operations. Prior to becoming VP, Schneider held the positions of Senior Director Skier Services 1999-2002, Manager of Ski &
Snowboard School 1995-1999, Ski & Snowboard School Supervisor 1989-1994, and Ski Instructor 1982-1988. While working seasonally
at the resort prior to 1999, Schneider worked summers since 1983 with Routt County Landscaping where he ultimately became managing
partner. He also worked with the Steamboat Marketing team as a traveling sales representative through the mid 1980’s. He is currently a
member of the URAAC (Urban Renewal Authority Advisory Committee) to the City of Steamboat working closely with Base Area
developers and the Public Improvement process of the Ski Area Base. Schneider also serves as a member of the Steamboat Springs
Chamber Resort Association Marketing Committee since 2000 and has twice served on its Special Event funding committee. He has
served as chairman for the 2006 Olympic Trials, three Freestyle World Cups, several Bumps & Jumps and Mercury Tour events as well as
has been involved in numerous industry associations including the Professional Ski Instructors of America, serving as its Rocky Mountain
Division President 1991-1996, and remains active with his Trainers Accreditation Certification. With a Bachelor of Science from Ohio
State University, Schneider has called Steamboat Springs, Colorado, home for the past three decades.
TRISH SULLIVAN
VICE PRESIDENT – HUMAN RESOURCES
Trish Sullivan, a 21-year industry expert, is responsible for management of all human resources functions, including employment,
training, labor relations, payroll, benefits, workers compensation as well as risk management for the ski area, Steamboat Grand and
Steamboat Central Reservations®. Sullivan is also responsible for the management of The Ponds, a Employee Housing apartment
complex. Sullivan is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a member of the Society for Human Resources
Management. She began her HR career with Occidental Petroleum Corporation, Oil Shale Division in Grand Junction, Colorado before
joining Steamboat in 1989. A Steamboat resident since 1988, she is actively involved in the community including a board of directors
member of the Yampa Valley Housing Authority, an intergovernmental agency, Steamboat Mental Health Local Advisory Committee,
and board member of Comunidad Integrada. A native of Southern California; Sullivan attended Cerritos College in Norwalk, California.
SHERRY GIBSON
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
With nearly 30 years of industry experience, Sherry Gibson provides professional daily administrative services for the office of the
President of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. The Executive Department is responsible for the perpetuation, continued
development, profitability and promotion of the resort, assists in the development of granting philosophy, execution and maintenance of
contributions budget as well as the community relations plan. Gibson joined the Steamboat Ski Area as a AP Clerk in 1980 before moving
to Accounting Office Manager in 1982 and finally to her current position, Executive Assistant, in 1994. In addition to her experience with
the resort, she worked for Wehrenberg Theatres, Inc. in St. Louis, MO, for more than 12 years. Gibson serves as Chair for Steamboat Ski
& Resort Corporation’s Snowball Organizing Committee, a member of the resort’s Scholarship Fund Committee, the Service Task Force,
and Communication Task Force and the Yampa Valley Community Foundations’ Grant Advisory Committee. A Steamboat Springs
resident since 1978, Gibson is married with two children and actively involved in the community.
BILLY KIDD
DIRECTOR-SKIING
Billy Kidd grew up in Stowe, Vermont and raced internationally for nine years on the U.S. Ski Team. While racing, he studied at the
University of Colorado and graduated in 1969 with a degree in economics. After establishing his prominence in the ski world in the 1964
Olympics- becaming the first American man to win Olympic medal in skiing-Kidd marked yet another “first” for American men by
becoming the first person to win both Amateur and Pro World Championships in a single year-1970. He went on to win the Amateur
World Championship in Val Gardena, Italy. Then Kidd turned pro and two weeks later won the World Pro Championships. Kidd has
made his home Steamboat Springs, Colorado since 1970 and spends the winter as Director of Skiing at the Steamboat Ski Area and
running the Billy Kidd Performance Center. He continues to bring attention to skiing through his involvement in just every other aspect of
the sport-TV commentator at numerous Olympics; Head Skiing Coach for Special Olympics as well as equipment design, books, videos
and movies. Kidd, a graduate of the University of Colorado, has hosted a free ski clinic at Steamboat nearly everyday sharing his love of
the sport with others.
KATIE BROWN
DIRECTOR-SALES & EBUSINESS
Director of sales and ebusiness, Katie Brown, an 18-year industry veteran, oversees all aspects of tour and leisure sales as well as the
operational, functional and structural aspects of the web/online efforts for the Steamboat Ski Area and Steamboat Grand. Prior to the
resort’s acquisition by Intrawest in March 2007, Brown was also responsible for The Canyons Resort, Grand Summit Resort Hotel and
Sundial Lodge in Park City, UT. Brown is a graduate of the University of Colorado with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
with an emphasis in marketing and information systems. She has been with the resort since 1991 holding the following positions Kids’
Vacation Center Instructor, Kids’ Adventure Club Counselor, Steamboat Central Reservations’ Sales Agent, Group Sales Manager,
International Sales Manager, National Sales Manager before becoming director of sales in 1998. Brown, who is married with two
children, serves on various organizations such as a board member for the Community Agriculture Alliance, Steamboat Springs
Montessori Board and Catamount Advisory Board of Governors and has completed the extensive leadership program, Leadership
Steamboat.
KURT CASTOR
DIRECTOR-LIFT MAINTENANCE
With more than a decade of experience, Kurt Castor oversees all mechanical and electrical maintenance for Steamboat’s lift system,
which encompasses 18 lifts including the 8-passenger gondola and six high-speed chairlifts. He has held several positions in the Lift
Maintenance department since first joining the resort as a lift operator in 1989, then returning as a lift mechanic in 1994. Castor was
honored as the company’s Employee of the Year for the 2005/06 winter season.
DAVID CRISLER
DIRECTOR-SLOPE/VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Having been with the resort since 1969, director of slope/vehicle maintenance David Crisler has seen and been a part of it all. He
currently is responsible for summer & winter mountain maintenance, snowmaking, snow removal, vehicle maintenance, terrain parks and
grooming operations including the resort’s state-of-the-art grooming fleet which carry a price tag of nearly $250,000 for each machine.
Over his 39-year tenure with the company, Crisler has held the following positions: summer trail crew (1969-1982), lift operator (19691970), ski patroller (1970-1982) and assistant director of slope maintenance (1983-1999) before becoming director of slope/vehicle
maintenance in 1999. He is actively involved with Colorado Ski Country USA’s Grooming/Snowmaking Committee and was a member
of the Ski Area Vehicle Maintenance Institute. Almost considered a local now, Crisler has raced in several ski series, Gelandesprung ski
jumped historic Howelsen Hill’s 70- & 90-meter jumps and spent a summer bull riding.
JANET FISCHER
DIRECTOR-AIRLINE PROGRAMS
Janet Fischer oversees all aspects associated with the resort’s multi-million dollar airline program including air service contracts,
scheduling, pricing and yield management, air packages, airport operations liaison and evaluating new airline service and opportunities. A
23-year industry professional, Fischer started with the Steamboat in 1987 and quickly moved to sales administrator responsible for the air
reports and analysis within one year. In 1991, she became the marketing administrator taking on additional marketing functions in
addition to the air program. Since 1995, Fischer has been directly responsible for Steamboat’s direct flight air program serving as the
airline program manager, then as Director of Airline Programs. Fischer is a graduate of Washington State University with a Bachelors of
Arts in Psychology.
WALTER FRANK
CONTROLLER
A certified public accountant since 1987, Walter Frank is responsible for the day-to-day financial operations ensuring accurate and timely
reporting of financial information, managing year round employees and seasonal accounting support staff and maintaining relationships with
corporate office and outside business associates. Frank, who worked for various CPA firms in Grand Junction, Colorado, joined the resort in
1991 as a tax manager before assuming his current role as controller in 2001. He is a graduate of Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado,
with a Bachelor of Arts in accounting.
SUZY GOOD
DIRECTOR-TICKETING
With over 30 years experience in the travel industry that spans from the sunny beaches to the snow capped mountains, Suzy Good is
Steamboat’s Director of Ticketing where she is responsible for the operations of the ticket office, ski school ticket office, ski school call
center, Kids’ Vacation Center front desk and instructor payroll. During her tenure with the resort, she has held the various positions in the
Ski School Ticket Office including sales, supervisor and manager. Before joining Steamboat, Good worked for Florida Export Group Duty Free Shops on NCL, Black Seas Shipping, Holland America Lines and Commodore Cruise Lines.
DAVE HERMAN
ENGINEER-LIFT SYSTEMS
With over three decades of experience, Dave Herman oversees all engineering for Steamboat’s lift system, which encompasses 18 lifts
including the 8-passenger gondola and six high-speed chairlifts. Herman holds an Associate Science degree in Electronics Technology
from Rangley Junior College and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from Weber State University. He has held several
positions in the Lift Maintenance department including lift maintenance electrician, electrical supervisor and electrical & gondola
maintenance director since first joining the resort in 1976. Prior to moving to Steamboat, Herman worked for Atmos Corporation out of
Dallas, Texas. He met his wife, Julie, on the resort’s old Stagecoach Gondola, has two children and has lived in Steamboat for 32 years.
Herman is a captain in the Civil Air Patrol and an active member of the local CAP squadron.
DAVE IRISH
MANAGING BROKER
Dave Irish, with over 30 years of ski resort real estate experience at both Eastern and Western resorts, truly understands the needs and
dreams of the vacation second home owner. Starting out with the earliest condominium development at Killington, his work has included
the incredible expansion of Vail and Beaver Creek, and now, the re-development and expansion of the Steamboat Resort. Irish’s
background includes a degree in Economics, years of construction and resort development experience, and a lifetime passion for skiing all
around the world. He has had extensive experience in Interval Ownership and has a strong background in understanding all aspects of
resort real estate and living. His hobbies include skiing, mountain biking, and raising and riding horses with his wife, Ann.
JOHN KOHNKE
DIRECTOR-PATROL
Steamboat’s Patrol Director, John Kohnke, is responsible for the patrol staff (trained in emergency and life saving medical procedures),
advanced life support program, on-mountain SlopeWise safety & education programs, the Steamboat safety poster contest and acts liaison
with various emergency medical organizations such as the Yampa Valley Medical Center and Routt County Search & Rescue. In the
summer, he runs the summer activities in the Gondola Square Adventure Zone such as mountain biking and is responsible for medical
response and on-mountain safety. Since joining the resort in 1974, Kohnke has held the following positions: Lift Operator, Mail Room,
Trail Crew Sawyer, Trail Crew Blaster, Ski Patroller, Ski Patrol Supervisor, Asst. Director Ski Patrol and Asst. Director Slope and
Vehicle Maintenance before moving to Patrol Director in 2000. A graduate of Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology,
he is a member of the National Ski Patrol and serves on the Routt County EMS Advisory Council.
KAREN KOSAKOWSKI
DIRECTOR-SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
With more than two decades within the software industry, Karen Kosakowski, director of software development, oversees and manages
all software development projects primarily the custom reservation booking systems: CORIS, iCORIS as well as their online storefront
applications. Prior to becoming director in 2004, she held several positions during her tenure with the resort including accounting and
fulfillment clerk, product maintenance, programmer and project manager. Kosakowski, who holds a Bachelor of Science in Technical
Management from Regis University in Denver, previously managed a Software Test Development group for McData, the leading provider
of storage networking solutions, and had the honor of becoming the first female Air Crew Chief in the United States Marine Corps.
Kosakowski maintains a connection to the agricultural community by raising alpacas.
MIKE POIROT
DIRECTOR-MARKETING
Mike Poirot, a 17-year marketing professional, is the director-marketing for the resort and responsible for all aspects of advertising,
merchandising, promotions, direct marketing, marketing events, collateral production and all ‘media purchasing’ aspects of the web. Prior
to joining the resort in January 2007, Poirot held numerous marketing management and strategic marketing positions for AOL Web
Properties; Internet Commerce Systems; Ford Motor Company and MCI Communications. A former Colorado certified public
accountant, Poirot earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting as well as a Masters of Business Administration in Marketing from the
University of Denver.
PAULA SEARS
DIRECTOR-STEAMBOAT CENTRAL RESERVATIONS®
Paula Sears has been with the resort as director of Steamboat Central Reservations since 1989. With over 30 years experience in the travel
industry, Sears, who oversee an annual staff of 45 individuals, which increases to nearly 100 in the winter, is responsible for all aspects of
central reservations department including providing customers with complete vacation information and reservations, handling several
large local corporate accounts and outbound vacations for Steamboat. SCR is comprised of sales, travel, vendor relations, accounting and
fulfillment departments with a multi-million dollar annual budget. Prior to joining the resort, she held the director of reservations position
with the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association as well as manager of the Iron Horse Inn in Steamboat. Sears, who holds a
Bachelor of Science from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois, is an active member in following industry organizations:
CRADR, ASTA, IARE and IATAN.
LIZ WAHL
DIRECTOR-MOUNTAIN FOOD & BEVERAGE
Liz Wahl combines her 23-year, multi-style cuisine experience, from Classical to Caribbean to Asian, into the resort’s restaurants
including the resort’s signature establishments--Ragnar’s and Hazie’s. Prior to adding the F&B Director duties in 2004, Wahl served as
executive chef from 2002 to present and Hazie’s chef from 1997 to 2002. She has held the F&B Director position at both the Guana Key
Resort in the Bahamas and Cayman Brac Resort in Cayman Islands as well Sous Chef for the Grand Olde House in Cayman Islands. She
has worked from Hawaii to the Caribbean with industry leaders such as Master Chef Tell and attended culinary schools in Germany and
New Orleans. Her culinary talents span the spectrum from pastries to desserts to extraordinary full-dinner presentations for one or one
thousand. No trip to Steamboat is complete without tasting her magical culinary creations.
DEB WERNER
DIRECTOR-LIFT OPERATIONS
Deb Werner, Lift Operations Director, started in the ticket office her first season with the resort in 1972 before moving to the lift
department where she has worked for the past 38 years. She is responsible for lift operations, ticket checking, night tubing, summer
gondola operations, summer gondola evacuation team and summer operational lift construction projects. The Steamboat Ski Area’s stateof-the-art lift system encompasses 18 lifts including the 8-passenger gondola and six high-speed chairlifts. Werner serves on the Colorado
Mountain College Ski Area Operations Advisory committee and is married to Olympian, Colorado Hall of Fame and Steamboat native,
Loris ‘Bugs’ Werner.
AUDREY WILLIAMS
DIRECTOR-FACILITIES
A 23-year industry expert, Audrey Williams, Steamboat’s Facilities Director, has been with the resort since 1992. As Facilities Director,
she is responsible for base area services, janitorial services, recycling, facilities maintenance, security, shuttle operations and uniforms.
Prior to assuming the director position in 2003, Williams held the following positions with the resort: Real Estate & Facilities Office
Manager (1997-2003); Junior Accountant (1994-1997); Accounts Payable Clerk (1993-1994) and Skier Services Auditor (1992-1993). In
addition to her resort experience, she has work for Moguls Mountain Travel, which creates customized mountain vacations and CVS
Pharmacy, which encompasses 4,187 stores in 32 states and the District of Columbia. Williams, whose photos grace many of the resort’s
collateral pieces, is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and minor in
Accounting.
NELSON WINGARD
DIRECTOR-SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL
Nelson Wingard, Steamboat’s Ski & Snowboard School director, is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the department
including all ski & snowboard school programs. A 22-year veteran of the outdoor sports industry, Wingard most recently held the
manager position of the Crystal Mountain Ski & Snowboard School in addition to several positions with the Professional Ski Instructors
of America. Wingard started his career at Crystal Mountain’s Ski & Snowboard School in 1987. During summers, he instructed several
soccer camps as well as served as head coach for the Tacoma Yacht Club Junior Sailing Program and Race Team (92-99) and was a lead
sailing instructor at Western Washington University (1996). After solidifying his education curriculum at Western Washington
University’s Woodring College of Education, Wingard became manager of Crystal Mountain’s Ski & Snowboard School in 2000, and in
summers acts as Rental & School Manager of Big Winds since 2002, the largest windsurfing rental operation in North America. He is also
involved with the Professional Ski Instructors of America serving on several teams, councils and committees including: the National
Alpine Team (2004-2008), NW Technical Team (since 1998), Education Advisory Council (since 2004) and NW Children’s Committee
chairman (2000-2003). In addition, he has published several articles for the Northwest Snowsports Instructor magazine. Wingard is a
graduate of Western Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Education (K-12) and Tacoma Community College with an
Associate of Arts & Science Degree.
CHRIS WYANT
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Since December 2006, Chris Wyant has held the position of executive chef of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation in overseeing the
culinary direction for the ski area including the award-winning Hazie’s & Ragnar’s restaurants, the new remodeled Thunderhead and
Rendezvous Food Courts, base area fixtures-the Bear River Bar & Grill and Gondola Joe’s-as well as all special events and banquets.
Chef Wyant, a certified Chef de Cuisine, brings a distinguished 19-year background in the culinary arts to the ski resort and its awardwining restaurants. His career has taken him from overseeing the cuisine in mountaintop AAA Four-Diamond restaurants to leading
hotels across the country including the AAA Four- and Five-Diamond lodging properties. Wyant came to Steamboat from Snowshoe
Mountain Resort in West Virginia, where he served as food and beverage director. From 2003 to 2005, he held the executive chef and
food & beverage director position with the Steamboat Grand. Prior to joining The Grand, he held numerous positions with Keystone
Resort including executive chef of The Outpost, an 11,444’ mountaintop facility that includes the AAA Four-Diamond restaurant,
Alpenglow Stube, the Der Fondue Chessel, and the Timber Ridge Café; Chef de Cuisine of Alpenglow Stube; Sous Chef of Der Fondue
Chessel Restaurant; as well as held numerous culinary positions at Keystone’s Conference Center, IdaBelles, and the Edgewater Café. A
graduate of West Virginia University and the Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts, Chef Wyant apprenticed at the Greenbrier Hotel, a
Mobil Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond property in White Sulphur Springs, W. VA. At the hotel, Chef Wyant rotated through all culinary
stations, from stocks, charcuteries, pastries and fine dining. He is a member of the American Culinary Federation. Over his two decades in
the industry, he has garnered many culinary awards including the Colorado Hotel Lodging Association’s 2001 Chef of the Year; First
Place at the 2001 Governor’s Symposium in the Lamb Sauté and Team competitions; and, Best Desert at the 2000 Chef Celebrity Pro Am
in Denver, Colorado.
STEAMBOAT GRAND
MIKE LOMAS
GENERAL MANAGER/VICE PRESIDENT
At the reins of the Steamboat Grand, serving as both vice president and general manager, is 31-year hospitality industry executive Mike
Lomas. Before coming to the Grand in Sept 2004, Lomas held the position of general manager of the Best Western Ptarmigan Inn in
Steamboat Springs, Colorado. While at the helm of the Ptarmigan Inn for 22 years, he served as a board member for the Executive
Marketing Advisory Committee of Best Western International as well acted as governor of Best Western International. During his tenure
with the Ptarmigan, Lomas also owned the Sky Valley Lodge and Alpiner Lodge for 12 years as well as started Steamboat Lodging, Inc.
Prior to the Ptarmigan, he held the General Manager position with the Ramada Inn in Steamboat. During his tenure in Steamboat-Ski
Town, U.S.A.®, Lomas has established strong ties to the community and has actively been involved with numerous community
organizations and travel industry associations. He is currently a Certified Hotel Administrator from the American Hotel & Motel
Association as well as served on the Board of Directors for the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association. He is a past president of the
Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association (SSCRA), past board member of the SSCRA, served for 12 years as the chairman of the
SSCRA Summer Marketing Committee and was named the Businessman of the Year in 2002. In addition, he currently is a member of the
Steamboat Springs Arts Council, was a founding member of the Haymaker Golf Committee (1995-2001), taught as an Adjunct Professor
at Colorado Mountain College in Steamboat and was an original board member of the Save Perry Mansfield Campaign.
KAREN SCHNEIDER
DIRECTOR-SALES & MARKETING
Karen Schneider brings a distinguished 26-year background in the travel & leisure arena to her role as Director of Sales & Marketing. Her
career has taken her from large, specialty group events to award-wining hotels & resorts as well as travel services from coast to coast.
Schneider most recently held the position of on-site manager for The Rock Slope and Steamboat Wine Festival, two large, specialty
groups. Prior to her group work, she was sales manager for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation; sales manager of the Steamboat
Grand; road show coordinator for Altour International; and general manager for National Travel Service in Los Angeles, CA. She has
been honored with several awards during her career as well as donates her time and expertise to charitable organizations in the Steamboat
Springs community. Schneider holds a Bachelor's Degree from Cal State LA.
MARTIN ROSENTHAL
DIRECTOR-FOOD & BEVERAGE
F&B Director, Martin Rosenthal, a 26-year business professional, is responsible for all aspects, accountability and financial performance
for the hotel’s food & beverage programs and facilities such as The Cabin, Chaps, Grand Café and Poolside Bistro & Bar; in-room service
and culinary kitchen areas. Prior to coming to Steamboat, Rosenthal held numerous management positions including food & beverage
director for Killington Ski Resort; base lodge manager for Bear Mountain; retail and rental shops manager for K-1 Base Lodge; Discovery
Center & Perfect Turn Ski School manager for Mount Snow; as well as various positions with a variety of New York City restaurants,
bars and night clubs. An avid outdoorsman with certifications in a variety of sports and recreational fields, Rosenthal, who joined the
Grand in October 2007, earned a Bachelor of Science in Sports Biology from Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts. In
addition, he has completed MBA and MWS coursework from St. Joseph’s College and New York University, respectively.
SHANNON FORD
DIRECTOR-CATERING & CONFERENCE SERVICES
Shannon Ford is responsible for the management of food services for special events, groups as well as catering services in the Steamboat
Grand. The hotel features Steamboat Springs’ largest and most diverse meeting and event facilities with state-of-the-art technology
throughout the 17,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor conference and function space. Prior to joining the Steamboat Grand team in
2001, Ford held various positions with Destination Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International and Harrah’s. Over her decade in the industry,
she has garnered numerous awards including Manager of the Year for Inverness Hotel & Golf Club as well as several service awards for
Marriott International. Ford is a graduate of Western Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation, Parks and
Tourism Administration.
RENEE MARTINDALE
ROOMS DIVISION MANAGER
Renee Martindale, a 24-year hospitality management veteran, is the Rooms Division Manager for the Steamboat Grand. Martindale, a
native of Oak Creek, is responsible for all room operations for the property including front desk, housekeeping, bellstand, concierge and
guest services. Prior to her current position, she held the front desk manager for the past year and the executive housekeeper position with
the hotel for three years before that. She has worked for The Ranch in Steamboat before joining the Steamboat Grand in 2000. She
currently lives in Oak Creak with her husband, Mike, and has four children and five grandchildren.
CATHRYN WOHLFERT
HOTEL RESERVATIONS & YIELD MANAGER
Cathryn Wohlfert, manager of the Reservations department and Revenue Management for the Steamboat Grand, has been with the
company since the winter of 2002. Wohlfert is responsible for the daily operations of the property’s reservation department, all room
pricing, packages and specials, room inventory management, room revenue optimization and forecasting. Prior to her current position in
reservations, Cathryn worked for the Steamboat Grand as the Front Desk Manager for a year and a half, and prior to that, was a key player
on the hotel accounting team for three years. She is a graduate of Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA with a BS in Business
Administration and Accounting.
ERIK HYSLOP
EXECUTIVE CHEF
A graduate of the Culinary Arts Institute of Seattle, Erik Hyslop, has held the executive chef position with the Steamboat Grand since
2009, where he has cultivated a diverse menu that utilizes the freshest ingredients focused on organic, natural and local fare. Before
returning to the Grand, Hyslop served as chef de cuisine for Isabel Pearl, a standout in the heart of the Pearl District in Portland, Oregon,
known for food, culture and architecture. Prior to the Isabel, he held the sous chef and chef of restaurants positions with the Steamboat
Grand overseeing all culinary aspects across the property. In addition, Hyslop held numerous positions with some of Seattle’s best
culinary establishments including the Troiani and Hotel Vintage Park’s Tulio restaurant.
PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT – STEAMBOAT SKI AREA & STEAMBOAT GRAND
MICHAEL LANE
PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR
Michael Lane, who has been in the industry for 20 years, joined the Company in June 1995 and has held the position of public relations
director since August 1997. He is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the department including domestic and international
public relations, crisis communications, community relations, Olympians and athlete sponsorships, satellite uplink facility, mountain cam
network, photography, videography and media relations for signature events. Before coming to Steamboat as PR manager, Lane served as
public relations manager for Colorado Ski Country USA, the state trade association for the $2.5 billion Colorado ski industry for four
years. He has also worked for Cell Technology in Boulder, CO and as an intern for former U.S. Senator Tim Wirth (D-CO) in
Washington, DC. Lane has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Loyola College in Baltimore, Maryland.
LORYN KASTEN
PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER
Loryn Kasten, who joined the resort in 2008, is responsible for the day-to-day public relations functions across all areas of the department
for the resort. Prior to joining the PR department, Kasten was director of public relations and communications at Durango Mountain
Resort. She joined the Durango team in 2003 after starting her career in the ski industry working for SKI Magazine and Snowshoe
Mountain Resort in West Virginia. In addition, Kasten has held public relations positions with the University of Colorado Recreation
Center and KBCO-Radio 97.3 FM in Boulder, Colorado.
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