SPONSOR LISTINGS
Edgemont
877-607-EDGE
Steamboat Springs
www.edgemontliving.com
Edgemont is situated on a landmark location just steps from the mountain village with 360 degree views of the ski slopes, Yampa Valley, Sleeping Giant and the Flat Tops.
Glenwood Springs
www.glenwoodchamber.com
888.445.3696
Glenwood Springs is located in the heart of Rocky Mountain ski country, where pristine mountains and natural hot springs combine to create a wintertime paradise. Sunlight Mountain Resort, the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool and Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park provide endless options for family fun. Come to Glenwood Springs and soak it all it.
Ski Cooper
719-486-2277
Leadville
www.skicooper.com
Come ski the difference at Ski Cooper in Leadville, CO. An exciting and affordable alternative to the hustle and bustle of the big, expensive resorts nearby, such as Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail and Beaver Creek, you'll find our lift lines are short and our runs are long. No competing for parking, lift tickets, ski rentals, or apres ski, just affordable prices and a variety of terrain for kids, teens and adults alike.
Snowmass Mountain Chalet
800.843.1579
www.mountainchalet.com
This bed and breakfast style hotel is located directly on the
ski slopes.
Crested ButteMountain Resort
888.810.7669
www.skicb.com
BUTTEness….an attitude, a joy for living, a welcoming spirit. Visit "Colorado's Last Great Ski Town" and experience the difference that sets Crested Butte apart from other mountain destinations. The small historic town, premier ski mountain, and dramatic landscape offer the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable vacation.
Telluride Colorado
888.605.2578
www.visittelluride.com
Unmatched in North America.
Durango Downtown Inn
Conveniently located, our hotel offers guests easy access to area shopping, various dining outlets and unique art galleries. The world famous Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is within walking distance located just 5 short blocks from the hotel.
Mountain Resorts
888-672-6938
970-879-0517
Steamboat Springs
Choose from 20 resort properties surrounding the Steamboat Ski Area from affordable to indulgent.
Snowmass Hospitality
877.734.7771
snowmasshospitality.com
From premier ski-in, ski-out luxury condominiums to budget minded lodging, Snowmass Hospitality delivers the perfect vacation experience to our guests.
Bear Claw Condominiums
800.BEAR.CLAW
www.bear-claw.com
Steamboat Springs
Premier ski-in/ski-out location. Impeccable guest services.
Silvertree Hotel
970-923-3520
800-525-9402
www.silvertreehotel.com
Snowmass
Snowmass' only full service hotel. Providing an incomparable ski-in, ski-out location. On the Village Mall. 2 restaurant, pools, whirlpools, health club, concierge, airport shuttle.
Leadville / Twin Lakes
PO Box 861,
888.LEADVILLE
www.visitleadvilleco.com
Real Fun, Real People, Real Colorado. Home of Ski Cooper
Steamboat Resorts
1-800-276-6719
www.steamboatresorts.com
Whether you are looking for Steamboat Hotels or Steamboat Condominiums, Steamboat Resorts offers you 27 luxury lodging options, complete with first-class service, luxurious in-room and on-site amenities, and mountain side adventure.
Town of Snowmass Village
970.922.2297
www.snowmassvillage.com
Snowmass Village is the premier multi-season, family-oriented Rocky Mountain destination resort in Colorado.
Denver Interntl Airport
8500 Peña Blvd.
303-342-2000
www.flydenver.com
Denver International Airport (DIA), has been rated the best-run airport in North America and consistently ranks as one of the most efficient airports in the United States. Located 24 miles northeast of downtown Denver, DIA served 50.1 million passengers in 2009 and handles an average of 1,600 flights per day.
Gunnison-Crested Butte
1.800.814.7988
www.gunnisoncrestedbutte.com
the heart and soul of the rugged Rocky Mountains in Southwest Colorado. If you're looking for something unpretentious, authentic and a stark contrast from the ordinary, you'll be happy to get to know us! Our friendly 1880's Western and Victorian mountain towns make Gunnison-Crested Butte a unique Rocky Mountain vacation destination.
East West Resorts
15 Highlands Lane
www.eastwestbeavercreek.com
Beaver Creek - Vail
800.273.1748, 970.949.5071
Luxury Vacation Rentals
Christiania at Vail
800.530.3999
970.476.5641
www.christiania.com
Vail
Offering a variety of excellent properties in the best Vail Village locations.
Steamboat
800.922.2722
www.steamboat.com
Steamboat Ski-Town USA ® is an authentic western town with a grand skiing heritage. The unmatched combination of abundant Champagne Powder® snow, industry leading family programs, legendary trees, Olympic heritage, off-mountain activities, lodging options and the historic town, make Steamboat one of the premier winter destinations in the country. The town is known for producing more winter Olympians than any other place in the U.S. (79 & counting).
Boulder Brook
1900 Fall River Road
Estes Park
970-586-0910
www.boulderbrook.com
2 Miles from Estes Park and near Rocky Mountain National Park. All suites are steps from the Fall River. Each award-winning luxury suite has a private river-front deck, in-room spa tub, fireplace, king bed, partial or full kitchens, Cable TV/DVD and magnificent views.
Granby Chamber
800-325-1661
View their brochure!
Granby, Colorado is truly the heart of something grand.
Summit Express
1-855-MTN-VANS
970-668-6000
www.summitexpress.com
Denver Airport to Summit County Transportation. We offer scheduled shuttle service to and from Denver International Airport to your favorite ski resort. Our professional drivers will take you to your destination door step whether it is in Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Vail, Beaver Creek or Steamboat so you may start your Colorado vacation hassle and worry free.
Lake City
970-944-2527
www.lakecity.com
Hinsdale County and its historic town of Lake City are gems awaiting your discovery in Colorado's beautiful and rugged San Juan Mountains. Escape to yesteryear this year. We can almost guarantee you will come back . . . again and again.
800.777.9622
www.ymcarockies.org
Winter Park - Estes Park
Snow Mountain Ranch is Colorado's Outdoor Playground!
Aspen Square
617 E. Cooper,
800.TO.ASPEN
www.aspensquarehotel.com
The Condominium Hotel an the Heart of Aspen.
 Summit Stage
(970) 668-0999
www.summitstage.com
Connecting Breckenridge with neighboring resorts of Keystone and Copper Mountain as well as the towns of Silverthorne, Frisco and Dillon and runs continually from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM all year. Summit Stage buses depart regularly from the Breckenridge and Frisco Stations, along with many other key locations throughout the county year round.
Ramada Limited
990 Lakepoint Dr.,
888.671.6311 970.668.8783
Frisco - Copper Mtn
Clean, affordable accommodations.
AntlersAtVail
800.258.8615
www.antlersvail.com
Wonderful Accommodations with Killer Views.
Winter Park
Fraser Valley Chamber
800.903.7275
This is our open space. Come get yours. World class views, national parks, skiing, snowboarding, music fests, and more!
Holiday Inn Steamboat
800-654-3944
www.steamboathi.com
Full service, friendly and affordable - the Holiday Inn Steamboat Springs is the perfect choice for your fun-filled vacation. Free internet access, fridge & microwave in every room and suite! We are smoke-free, & pet friendly.
Winter Park Resort
www.winterparkresort.com
(970) 726-1564
Where attitude meets altitude! Winter Park Resort is located 67 miles (108 kilometers) northwest of Denver and 85 miles (137 kilometers) from Denver International Airport (DIA).Winter Park Resort is the oldest continually operated resort in Colorado.
Eldora Ski Resort
303-440-8700
www.eldora.com
Eldora is located 21 miles west of Boulder, Colorado and is served by daily RTD bus service during the season. If you crave incredible skiing come viit us!
Loveland Ski Area
303.571.5580
www.skiloveland.com
Just 53 miles from Denver, locals love Loveland for its deep snow, expansive terrain, friendly, low-key atmosphere, lack of lift lines, free slope side parking and separate beginner area offering an unintimidating learning environment.
Town of Frisco
(800)424-1554
TownOfFrisco.com
The town of Frisco may be small but it's chock full of fun, inviting, worry-free adventures with new discoveries at every turn.
RifleChamber
800-842-2085
www.riflechamber.com
Rifle's downtown features antique shops, fine dining, and historic museums. The area surrounding Rifle is rich with wildlife and gold medal streams that provide some of the best elk hunting and fly fishing in Colorado.
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10th MOUNTAIN DIVISION HUTS |
WHETHER IT'S YOUR FIRST TRIP OR YOU'RE A SEASONED VETERAN - A HUT TRIP IN COLORADO'S BACKCOUNTRY IS AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
Steeped in the traditions of ski touring in the Alps, Colorado's version has evolved into the largest array of backcountry dwellings in the country. More than seventy huts belonging to 13 hut systems speckle the high country - an eclectic mix of rustic cabins, spacious huts and nylon yurts.
PLANNING A WINTER HUT TRIP:
A hut trip definitely takes a little preparation. Being pre-pared can make all the difference between a good trip or an amazing trip. Choosing a group leader will help you immensely in your organization. You'll also need to take into account the weather, dividing up the load to be carried in, maps, transportation to the trailhead, etc. It is a good idea to research each hut at which you may be thinking of staying, and hut trips in general if you've never been.
 Experience
You'll need to take into account your skiing/snowshoeing experience and fitness levels. The approach to most huts is physically demanding and some backcountry skills and avalanche awareness are necessary. This may play a role in choosing a hut. Guide services may be available in certain areas if you need them.
Availability
All huts range in size, some sleeping less than ten while others will sleep 20 people. Huts will be booked to capacity and therefore are often shared by more than one group. (Sleeping arrangements decided upon by hut users upon arrival at hut.) Reserving trips far in advance will guarantee you space on the dates that you desire.
Amenities
Amenities will vary greatly from hut to hut. General amenities: wood-burning stoves for heating, fire-wood, matches, propane burners for cooking, cooking/eating utensils, bathroom, toilet paper, mattresses, and pillows. In the winter snow is melted on the wood stove for water. Drinking water is the responsibility of the user.
What to Bring
The right equipment to get you there: snowshoes or skis with metal edges and climbing skins, backpack. You will need to bring a sleeping bag, food, personal and emergency gear. Dogs are not allowed.
 Reservations
Reservations can be made by phone. NOTE: Revervations for the Summit and Alfred Braun hut systems can be made through the 10th Mountain Division although they are separately owned and operated. Rates are usually per-person/per-night. The sooner you can make your reservation the better because choice dates tend to be filled quickly!
More Info
For more detailed information on planning a hut trip and much more please visit www.huts.org.
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