by Mr. Leadville | Jan 25, 2019 | Leadville News
In a state known for mountains, the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness stands out among Colorado’s mountainous locales. The stunning Elk Range towers with dramatic peaks. Located just outside of Aspen, Colorado’s fourth-largest wilderness stretches over 181,000 acres...
by Mr. Leadville | Jan 24, 2019 | Leadville News
The Merriam Webster dictionary defines après ski as the “social activity … after a day’s skiing.” That “social activity” can be out at a bar, pub, or club. It can also be curled up in front of the fire in the cabin with friends. Tips for Going Out To go out après ski,...
by Mr. Leadville | Jan 24, 2019 | Leadville News
When you think of winter sports, skiing and snowboarding probably come to mind. But what about snow biking, snowmobiling, and knuckle hucking?All of those—and more—are part of the annual Winter X Games, known as one of the premier elite events in winter action sports...
by Mr. Leadville | Jan 24, 2019 | Leadville News
Editor’s Note: Over the next year, The Colorado Independent will examine, season by season, the effects climate change is having on the state’s water supply and the many forms of life it sustains. Every time Stella Molotch finishes a run down the ski slope at...
by Mr. Leadville | Jan 24, 2019 | Leadville News
Chloe Kim, Cassie Sharpe, and Mark McMorris at the X Games 2019 press conference Wednesday. Credit Alycin Bektesh / Aspen Public Radio News The Aspen Skiing Company and ESPN announced Wednesday the Winter X Games, which have been held at the base of Buttermilk...