Thanksgiving storm just the beginning of week of freshies

Breckenridge has 5 inches of fresh powder, topping of a a week of 20 inches of new snow. A fantastic mid-mountain base of 26" greeted holiday skiers and riders with some of the best Thanksgiving conditions in years. But more is on the way. Forecasters predict another 5 to 9 inches beginning Tuesday through late-week, just in time for the first weekend of December. Expect the same at Keystone where the weekend ended up with 23-inch mid-mountain base and power/packed powder conditions.

Plan your stay next weekend in Keystone or Breckenridge with ResortQuest, now offering discounts up to 40% off!

Labor Day - Rubber Duck races

The Breckenridge Rubber Duck races you know and love return to the cool, clear water of the Blue River in Breckenridge on Saturday, September 1st. Three competitions will mark the day with the Kids Duck Dash setting the pace at 2 p.m. in the first race of the day. The corporate Quackers will follow at 3 p.m. and the spectacular People’s Rubber Duck Race will be held at 4 p.m. and will wrap up the duck season with 10,000 little yellow rubber ducks “taking their mark” and competing for great prizes which include trips, season ski passes, services and merchandise for their lucky-duck adoptive owners! Come join us at the Breckenridge Riverwalk Center starting at 11 a.m. for a great day complete with a BBQ, rockin’ music and kids’ games. ResortQuest Breckenridge will help host kids festivites at Main Street Station Breckenridge. Face painting, bouncy toys and train rides will fill the plaza. Visit ResortQuest Breckenridge Vacation Rentals to find lodging specials.

Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge

The Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge is stopping off in Breckenridge on Sunday February 11th on its nationwide tour. Snowboarders and skiers alike will compete for medals and other prizes in 30 different categories. All ability levels are welcome and ages ranging from under 6 to over 76 will represented. Participants and resort guests are entertained throughout the day with exciting interactive games, DJ's, music, thousands in raffle prizes and plenty of FREE Mountain Dew! If you end up going to the finals your lift tickets will be taken care of. The western finals are at Steamboat on March 31st. If you aren't from the area and are thinking about staying overnight check out the many Breckenridge Vacation Rentals in the area.

For more info check out www.mountaindewvc.com.

International Snow Sculpture Championships

ResortQuest Breckenridge is a proud sponsor of one of Breckenridge, Colorado’s most famed events, the Budweiser Select International Snow Sculpture Championships. Each year teams of world-class artisans converge in the mountain resort of Breckenridge, Colorado where they transform 20-ton blocks of ice and snow into breathtaking works of art. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers over 350 vacation rentals in Breckenridge, Colorado, just steps from the town center and the event viewing plaza.

January 16, 2007, Breckenridge, Colorado – The snowy mountain town of Breckenridge, Colorado is eagerly preparing for one of its most famed events of the season: The 17th Annual Budweiser Select International Snow Sculpture Championships. Starting January 23, teams from across the globe will converge in downtown Breckenridge where they prepare to carve stunning works of art from little more than a block of snow. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a full selection of vacation rentals and lodging packages in both Breckenridge and Keystone, just steps from the event viewing plaza and downtown Breckenridge.

Each year Breckenridge plays host to this event, which draws teams from as far away as Mexico, Norway, Italy and Sweden. A total of 10 teams, representing 17 countries are on tap for this year’s competition. Over the course of 5 days, thousands of spectators watch as blank canvases of snow are transformed into everything from whimsical bouquets of enormous flowers to thought-provoking abstract shapes. Rules limit the artists to the strict use of select hand tools and their own creativity and inspiration. No power tools or colorants are allowed.

On January 27, 2007 a panel of judges will award honors to the top four teams, based on the criteria of: theme, style and technique. The spectators will then have their moment to speak, with the awards of: People’s Choice, Kid’s Choice and Artist’s Choice. A week-long viewing period follows the awards ceremony, with the final viewing commencing on February 4th. For more information, visit www.gobreck.com .
Guests interested in lodging for the competition are encouraged to contact ResortQuest Breckenridge Vacation Rentals.ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a complete selection of vacation rentals and lodging packages for the Snow Sculpture Championships, along with convenient locations to both the event and the mountain peaks. Guests can choose from deluxe hotel suites, 1-4 bedroom condominium and luxurious private homes in ski-in/ski-out or downtown locations. For more information on ResortQuest Breckenridgeand their wide selection of vacation rentals, visit www.resortquestbreckenridge.com

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