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27 February 2016
Burton US OPEN RIDERS TO WATCH: TAKU HIRAOKA
After a halfpipe title win in 2015, Takue Hiraoka is undoubtably one of the competitors to keep an eye on in next week’s competition. With an Olympic bronze medal in 2014, an X Games silver in 2015, and a standout mention at Danny Davis’ Peace Park, he’s poised to put up a solid fight this ...
26 February 2016
Why the James Beard Celebrity Chef Tour Dinner is made for the “Serious Foodie”
A culinary favorite returns to Vail, April 1, 2016 Anyone who’s really into food would jump at the chance to meet the chef behind a delicious meal, and any chef who really loves what they do would embrace the opportunity to connect with their guests. After all, food is a very personal experience, whether you’re ...
25 February 2016
Burton US OPEN RIDERS TO WATCH: HAILEY LANGLAND
Hailey Langland is more than just Women’s Rookie of the Year according to the Transworld Snowboarding’s Riders’ Poll or a force to be reckoned with in women’s snowboarding competitions around the world in recent years; Langland is expected to make a serious showing next week in the 2016 Burton U.S. Open. Read her full interview at Events.Burton.com! READ ...
24 February 2016
Jayhawks Rally for Pink Vail
On February 4, 2015, Daniel Elsbury was informed by his doctor that he had Stage 2/early Stage 3 colorectal cancer. Daniel had recently moved to Eagle County with old friends, ready to start “a new chapter in life.� “I never thought my life would change so much in one moment,� says Daniel. “No 31-year-old wants ...
23 February 2016
A RISING THREAT: RETURN OF THE JUNIOR JAM
This year the Burton U.S. Open will kick-off the week long event with the return of its Junior Jam. The kids competition will return after being absent from the Snowboarding Championship’s schedule since 2009. The Junior Jam has turned out no shortage of notable snowboarders, with alumni including Pat Moore, Hannah Teter, Luke Mitrani, John ...
22 February 2016
Getting the most out of your Kid’s Lesson
By Janet Lawrence You, the parents, and we the ski instructor team, have so much in common! We want exactly the same thing. We want your child to have the BEST ski experience ever. We want your kids to be safe, capable, happy skiers. The most important thing your child’s instructor wants to know is this: ...
15 February 2016
The Fortune Family’s Best Ski Day Ever
We all remember that magical day on the slopes when it finally clicked. You connected turns, felt in the flow and changed your favorite color from green to blue. It’s a story we all share. Mathew Fortune had one of those days with his “aha momentâ€?—a moment realized during a day spent taking a private ...
15 February 2016
5 Tips to the Ultimate Ski Trip
Vacations can be stressful, especially when you’re the one doing all the planning. Rather than spending your time worrying about the details, read these tips for the ultimate ski trip ahead of time and you’ll be ready to kick back and enjoy your time on the slopes. 1. Make a game plan before getting on ...
10 February 2016
5 Ways to Spring Break in Vail for a Steal
Our temperatures in Vail are rising, the days are getting longer and spring break is beckoning. It’s time to warm up this spring break and our sunny blue bird days, soft and unmatched skiing conditions, and a whole host of springtime events and festivities make Vail the perfect 2016 spring break destination. So whether ...
08 February 2016
Experience Terrain Based Lessons
At Vail our lessons aren’t just for beginners learning art of the Pizza Vs. French Fries. We believe in being life-long learners, and we take that belief to the slopes. With offerings like our Max 3 Lesson and our terrain based learning approach, you can perfect your technique, become a master mountaineer and conquer all ...
04 February 2016
The Perfect 4 Days in Vail
Vail truly is like nothing on earth. Discover what makes this the perfect place for making memories by experiencing the perfect 4 days in Vail. There are a myriad of lodging options, such as the iconic Lodge at Vail, the first hotel and cornerstone of Vail Village. Plus, the Lodge is just steps from Gondola ...