Summer Snow in Breckenridge, Colorado
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Summer Snow in Breckenridge, Colorado

The first full day of summer started with liquid sunshine of sorts in Breckenridge, Colorado.  It’s June 22nd and it snowed at 9600 feet.  That’s unusual this time of year even by Colorado standards.  This June has been anything but normal with cooler temperatures and snow several times this month as an incredible snow season … Continue reading

My Instagram Takeover Day at Breckenridge Ski Resort
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My Instagram Takeover Day at Breckenridge Ski Resort

Recently when I was in Breckenridge, Colorado, I took over Breckenridge Ski Resort’s Instagram.  It’s not as easy as you think especially when in ski lingo, they post sick photos on their account.  Sick meaning insane terrain pictures.  When you an Instagram takeover, you’re responsible for sharing a few posts and using “Stories” to share your experience. During … Continue reading

First Fall Colors in Colorado
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First Fall Colors in Colorado

Boreas Pass near Breckenridge is usually one of the first places in Colorado, and the country, for the aspens to start putting on their vivid display of autumnal hues.  Normally, the golden aspens peaks around September 18-20 in that area. My friend Kristen and I took her Jeep out for a ride up Boreas Pass … Continue reading

Umbrella Drink in a Mountain Town? Yes in Breck & Other New Eats
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Umbrella Drink in a Mountain Town? Yes in Breck & Other New Eats

If you’re a foodie, you should check out the culinary gold mine in the mountain town of Breckenridge, Colorado.  Every time I go there’s something new.  I love trying and sharing my finds in Breck (and other Colorado mountain towns!) and did so in my “Silver Lining of Rich Roots:  The Town of Breckenridge, Colorado” … Continue reading

Après at the Canteen in Breckenridge, Colorado
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Après at the Canteen in Breckenridge, Colorado

When you’re looking for a great spot for après in Breckenridge, Colorado, head to the canteen, the Canteen Tap House and Tavern that is.  It’s comfort food and local brews served up in one of the oldest buildings on Main Street. My friend Melissa and I both decided to go with a Canteen Cocktail.  Our pick … Continue reading

Fall Gold Mine in Aspen Alley
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Fall Gold Mine in Aspen Alley

The Colorado mountain town of Breckenridge has a deep mining history.  Gold was found in the summer of 1859 and was just one of the metallics attracting those seeking to strike it rich. This time of year you can hit gold on a fall foliage treasure hunt.  If your searching for a gold rush, head … Continue reading

Powder Research in Breck
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Powder Research in Breck

Put this meteorologist at a ski resort and she’s game for some powder research!   For the past four years, I’ve been lucky enough to be invited to the Glen Gerberg Weather and Climate Summit at Breckenridge Ski Resort in Colorado.  It’s a small group of some of the best meteorologist, climatologist, and researchers in the … Continue reading