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The History of Berthoud Pass

Berthoud Pass traverses the Continental Divide at the Front Range between Clear Creek County and Grand County, Colorado.  The pass was named for Edward L. Berthoud, whom was the chief surveyor for the Colorado Central Railroad during the 1870’s.  Edward L. Berthoud discovered the pass while surveying a possible route for the railroad.  The pass was built as a “wagon road” for travelers due to the steep grades and many tight turns.  The summit of the pass is located on the Continental Divide and measures to 11,307 feet.  Berthoud pass once contained the Berthoud Pass Ski area but now is a destination for local backcountry skiers.  The summit contains a warming hut that allows motorists to stop and access the two scenic viewing areas.  Berthoud Pass is known to be difficult to travel due to the 11 switchbacks that are required to drive from on either side of the pass.   The pass offers an environmentally unique experience due to the topographic and climatic location which allows a lengthy snow season and deep powder.  Go experience the pass whether it is hiking, snowshoeing, skiing or boarding Berthoud Pass is a unique fun excursion while visiting Winter Park.

The Winter Park Ski area is celebrating Mary Jane Birthday this January 24th, 2009. The celebration includes a snow sculpture contest, snowshoe trek, a parade in Winter Park, live music, Mary Jane look-alike contest, apres ski at the Club Car, music and birthday cake at Hideaway Park, and fireworks in downtown Winter Park.

The Grand County Blues Society invites you to shake your blues with Marc Ford and the Neptune Blues Club at Smokin’ Moe’s at 9pm, Saturday, January 24th. Marc is the former guitarist with the Black Crowes. Come out and enjoy the music!   

The town of Winter park has plenty to do in the winter time. There is ice skating at Cooper creek square, dining and shopping downtown and sledding for the kids at Hideaway Park. The full moon skiing and ice skating event in the Fraser Valley falls on Saturday, January 10th. The activity begins in the evening ay 6:30pm at Devil’s Thumb Ranch.  

The Festival of Trees is coming to Beaver Village Lodge in Winter Park, Colorado.  December 6th from 4-6pm at the lodge the Lions club will be displaying and auctioning decorated trees. There will also be a dessert auction, refreshments, pick your favorite tree contest, santa visits, and children’s sing along. There will be live entertainment provided by Joe Rooyakers, Tim Connely, Juice Box, and Third Time Lucky. Admission is free and all proceeds benefit local community groups.

 

It’s that time of year again. The snow sports season opens at Winter Park Resort tomorrow, November 19th. A new snow season means new as well as familiar faces have returned to the valley in the form of ski instructors and seasonal employees. There is snow on the ground and plenty of activities to enjoy.   

The winter park ski area opens next week on November, 19th. The snow is falling and it looks like winter. The ski area has a few new additions this winter and we are eagerly looking forward to it’s opening this November/early December. There are two new restaurants, Lime, an American Cantina, and the Cheeky Monk Belgian Beer Cafe.  Also opening this season is the Village Cabriolet, an open air gondola that will shuttle guests from the free parking lot at the Vintage Hotel to the Ski area.

 

We’re brewing up some Spooky-Good Family fun for Cooper Creek square’s 8th Annual Halloween Bash. There will be trick or treating at all stores and restaurants, a haunted house for kids 6 and older, a supper special at Smokin’ Moes, costume contest, and scarecrow prizes. This will be a safe place to celebrate Halloween designed for children 12 and under.   

Residents gear up for winter this month at the Winter Park Ski Resort. The annual ski swap is a big hit and the deals on gear from bikes to snowboards to cross country skis and equipment are very affordable. Snow is back this weekend in the valley as well getting everyone ready for winter!

The Grand Lake area has many summer happenings this month. The Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre presents “Why Do Fools Fall in Love?” at 8 pm for $25 in Grand Lake as well as a classic movie night on the dock on Grand Lake, the movie is “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” starting at 7pm and cost is $5. As the summer begins to cool down evenings are perfect for outdoor activities.