Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Beaver Creek, CO—My Sneak Away Spot From the Midwest Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, it was no walk in the park getting to nearby ski resorts. The closest spots are Alpine Valley Resort in Wisconsin and Boyne Mountain Resort in Michigan, both a few hours away. Although this is no big deal, my dad was fixed on getting me in Rocky Mountain territory right from the beginning. […] Noah DeVries | January 24, 2024 0 Comments
All 3 Men’s Speed Races Canceled at the FIS World Cup at Beaver Creek, CO, Due to Snowfall Unfortunately, all three of the men’s speed races of the FIS World Cup at Beaver Creek, Colorado, have been canceled. Beaver Creek was supposed to host two men’s Downhill and one Super-G race this weekend, December 1-3, 2023, but continuous snowfall made racing impossible on the Birds of Prey race course. Related: First FIS World Cup Downhill Race at Beaver […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 3, 2023 0 Comments
First FIS World Cup Downhill Race at Beaver Creek, CO, Canceled on Friday Due to Heavy Snow The FIS Alpine World Cup at Beaver Creek, Colorado, is being held this weekend, December 1-3, 2023, with two Downhill races and a Super-G race, but the first event, one of the two Downhill events, was canceled today, Friday, December 1, due to heavy snowfall and poor visibility. Unfortunately the men’s speed opening is not off to a good start […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 1, 2023 0 Comments
Canadian Ski Racer with Head Injuries after Crashing in Training at Beaver Creek, CO Canadian ski racer Broderick Thompson suffered a shocking crash in training on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Beaver Creek, Colorado. The crash happened shortly after the “Golden Eagle Jump” on the Birds of Prey course. Austria’s national head coach Marko Pfeifer witnessed the crash, calling it one of the worst crashes he had ever seen. Beaver Creek is set to […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 1, 2023 0 Comments
Beaver Creek, CO, Poised to Host Women’s Speed Event in 2024 According to SkiRacing Media, Beaver Creek, Colorado, could be hosting a women’s speed event as well as the men’s in 2024. After Lake Louise left the FIS calendar last season a void has opened up in the North American speed events for the women which Beaver Creek is seeking to fill. The resort has been in negotiations with the International […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | November 30, 2023 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] All Vail Resorts Colorado Ski Areas Are Now Open | Beaver Creek and Crested Butte Opened Yesterday Winter has arrived in earnest at all of Vail Resorts Colorado ski areas, with Beaver Creek and Crested Butte celebrating Opening Day yesterday. Related: The Steepest Ski Run in the U.S. At Beaver Creek, guests were treated to signature chocolate chip cookies from morning through afternoon, including the annual Cookie Competition. A live DJ, bloody mary bar and new menu […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 23, 2023 0 Comments
Positive Snow Control at Birds of Prey Course in Beaver Creek, CO, for FIS Alpine Ski World Cup The Xfinity Birds of Prey race course at Beaver Creek, Colorado, passed the key course-quality test today by the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (‘FIS’). The course quality test, known as “snow control,” is undertaken by FIS race officials and determines whether or not the course will be race ready. It is typically conducted two weeks prior to the event. […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 17, 2023 0 Comments
Beaver Creek & Crested Butte, CO, Opening Day Programs for November 22, 2023 Crested Butte Mountain Resort and Beaver Creek Resort in Colorado are excited to welcome guests back for ski and ride season next Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Here is what to expect at both resorts for opening day: Guests at Crested Butte can expect a banner break, lift line giveaways, free snacks, limited edition opening day posters, a DJ spinning tracks […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 16, 2023 0 Comments
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