Wahoo! 79 inches in December!

With the weekend snowfalls, Breck’s hit some snowfall records! Remember, my data only goes back to the 2000-2001 season, this month’s snowfall to date (79 inches) makes this December the snowiest December in the past 8 years and the snowiest month overall in the past 8 years as well (previous record was 78 inches, which was December last year). Monthly snowfall is 66% above average, and YTD snowfall is 4% above average. Wahoo!

Main Street Station Plaza Events

Tis the season at Main Street Station ! Joining us for the first time will be the Agape Outpost Chapel's Living Nativity on December 19, 22 and 23 two shows each night 5:30 and 7pm. The show is 40 minutes long and combines music, dancing, narration and even Flap Jack, the lucky donkey who is one of the stars in the show. Bundle up and join us for this holiday tradition.

Also on the Main Street Station Plaza will be the Airnastics Team and the quad bungy tramp for those thrill seekers. The tramp will be up December 20th - January 4th from early afternoon and into the dinner hour for those who want to jump after skiing.

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.

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Winter Dew Tour coming to Breck!

This new three-event tour kicks off in Breckenridge, with the top skiers and snowboarders in the game including Shaun White, Hannah Teter, Steve Fisher and more, all competing for a $1.5 million dollar prize purse. Running the weekend of December 19th to the 21st, you'll see Slopestyle and Superpipe events on Peak 8 every day, plus a concert at the Riverwalk Center in town Friday night.

Television coverage will air on NBC, MTV2 and USA, so be sure your face is in the crowd. Stay for the Winter Dew Tour December 18 – 21 and get 30% off your lodging, a $30 gift certificate to breakfast and a 12 pack of mountain dew so you can stock up on energy for the mountain. Get on the mountain, check out the pros and do the Dew!

Visit ResortQuest Breckenridge for details and to book.

Snowstorm moves out just in time for opening day!

Breck just pulled in 4 inches of new snow yesterday in an early week storm that dropped 6 inches over the past two days. It's still cold this morning with maybe another inch expected, but opening day Friday up at Peak 8 should be balmy. Lifts open at 9 a.m. and don't forget the annual free pancake breakfast at the Bergendorf starting at 8:30 a.m.

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Dillon Dam Brewery Benefit for Doug Lind

The Dillon Dam Brewery is holding a benefit for Doug Lind on Wednesday from 6-10 p.m. Admission includes live music from Arnie J. Green and Askimbo, one free pint, pasta bar and a raffle ticket.

Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for kids 17 and under, and kids under 5 are free.

The party also has a raffle and silent auction which includes a Never Summer Snowboard, skis from Christy Sports, 2 nights lodging from ResortQuest Breckenridge Lodging and more. All proceeds go directly to Lind to help him with medical expenses.

Doug Lind, who has lived in the High Country since 1997, suffered a massive heart attack, followed by a paralyzing stroke in June.

He has worked since opening day in February 1997 at the Dillon Dam Brewery and as a massage therapist at the Grand Victorian Day Spa and Salon since it opened its doors in 2003.

If anyone would like to donate money to Lind to help defray his medical costs, the Dillon Dam Brewery has set up a For Benefit of Doug Lind Account, and donations can be made at any Alpine Bank in Colorado.

The stroke had left Lind paralyzed on his left side, however, he is currently undergoing intensive physical therapy and is now walking with a cane.

An avid hiker, mountain biker and snowboarder, Lind shared, “I’m doing good and giving two thumbs up.” He plans to attend the benefit.

For more information call the http://www.dambrewery.com/index.html Dillon Dam Brewery, (970) 262-7777.

Breckenridge Says Farewell To Breakfast Main Staple The Prospector Restaurant

The Prospector Restaurant closed it's doors on Monday September 1st after 30 years in business.

Owner Darryl Lee doesn't think that Breckenridge will see another restaurant like this anytime soon. He reflects on serving breakfast to generations of locals.

"I've had kids who said they ate their first pancake here," he said. 'And now they are adults with kids."

"This place is adorable. All rustic-mined themed. The building is over 100 years old with tons of history and some great articles on the wall for additional information. Food was great," wrote one reviewer on trip advisor.

Although it won't be the same as the Prospector visit Day Light Donuts or Blue Moon Bakery across from Main Street Station for some great grub to start your day.

To read the full story visit the Summit Daily

Main Street Station

"Up With People" comes to Summit County, CO

Up with People, the international global education program for young adults, is coming to Summit County. While giving to communities through its community impact activities and shows, the program also addresses the real need to help young adults gain a global perspective, intercultural understanding, knowledge of worldwide issues, leadership skills and a sense of social responsibility.

The cast members will be performing a condensed version of the “Up with People Show”, a community celebration that features original and international songs and uses the universal languages of music and dance to inspire, energize and educate. The event serves to spark people to action by highlighting local non-profit organizations and the unique characteristics of communities they visit.

Up with People show on August 14 at 7:30pm at Summit High School. $10 for students and seniors and $15 for general admission.

Up with People’s visit to Summit County was made possible by generous sponsorships from Mark and Tracy Burke of Burke and Riley’s Irish Pub and the Colorado Mountain College. The show on Wednesday is thanks to the Main Street Station Hyatt.

Up with People provides young adults an international and intercultural experience that teaches servant leadership and uses the performing arts to deliver messages of hope and goodwill throughout the world. Up with People exists today to spark people to action in meeting the needs of their communities, countries and the world while building bridges of understanding as a foundation for world peace.

For more information visit Up With People

Above are pictures from Up With People's performance at ResortQuest Main Street Station

Ready, Set and Swim!

Ok so maybe the ducks float more than they do swim!

The Summit Foundation 21st Annual Great Rubber Duck Races are here. Buy your $5 duck and take your chance at winning.
The Rubber Duck races you know and love return to the cool, clear water of the Blue River in Downtown Breckenridge on Saturday, August 30th. Three competitions will mark the day with the Comcast Kids Duck Dash setting the pace at 2 p.m. in the first race of the day. The FirstBank Business Battle Duck Race at 3 p.m. and the spectacular Myriam Enterprises Great Rubber Duck Race held at 4 p.m. Many great prizes will be awarded in addition to live music, BBQ, childrens amusments throughout the entire day in a great family setting!

Visit Summit Foundation for more details!


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