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Summer 2005 Event Calendar
Crested Butte 2004-2005 Calendar of Events
November 2004
Nov. 12 & 13 Crested Butte Nordic Ski Swap, call 970.349.1707
11/12 Adaptive Sports Volunteer Meeting
11/20 Adaptive Sports Center Volunteer Clinics
Nov. 20 Crested Butte Mountain Resort Opening Day
Nov. 20 Nordic Center Opening Day
11/21 Avalanche Awareness Film & Speaker - Center for the Arts, 970.349.7487
11/25 Thanksgiving Day
11/26 Moonlight Ski Tour
Nov. 26-28 4th Annual Thanksgiving Training Camp
Start the season off right with fun, informative cross-country ski clinics designed to hone skate or classical skiing technique. All abilities are welcome, and a variety of activities are available for the whole family.
For additional Information:
www.cbnordic.org
970-349-1707
11/27 4th Annual Thanksgiving Training Camp
11/27 Best of 2004 Reel Fest - Center for the Arts, 970.349.7487
11/28 4th Annual Thanksgiving Training Camp
December 2004
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Dec 1 |
Nordic Center Learn to ski for Free
www.cbnordic.org
970-349-1707 |
| Dec 4 |
Nordic Race - 10K Classic
The Crested Butte Nordic Center’s Citizens’ Races are an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to experience a timed racing event in a relaxed atmosphere.
www.cbnordic.org
970-349-1707 |
| Dec 10 |
Tree Lighting Ceremony & St. Nicks Night
Christmas Parade down Elk Ave, Tree Lighting Ceremony, Fireworks and a "People's Choice" contest which will include best decorated window, gingerbread house
contest, raffle drawing, and more. Crested Butte Bell Ringers, Carolers, and St.Nick will be present.
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| Dec 11 |
St. Nick's Day
Shopping and get your picture taken with St. Nick at the Museum from 12 - 8pm.
Holiday carolers will grace the streets with Holiday music and you may see some Holiday
characters roaming around town with goodies for the kids.
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| Dec 18 |
Nordic Race - 10K Skate Race
The Crested Butte Nordic Center’s Citizens’ Races are an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to experience a timed racing event in a relaxed atmosphere.
www.cbnordic.org
970-349-1707 |
| Dec 18 |
Skiathalon
The Skiathalon combines classic skiing and skate skiing to determine the best all-around skier.
For more information contact the Crested Butte Nordic Center at
www.cbnordic.org
970-349-1707 |
| Dec 18 |
Holiday Event
Get the family's picture taken with St.Nick at the Ice Skating Rink in Crested Butte.
While your there, take some time to ice skate with the family.
For additional Information call 800-545-4505 |
| Dec 19 |
HCCA Snoeshoe Tour and Winter Solstice Celebration
For additional Information call 970-349-7104 |
| Dec 22-24 |
Wendy Fisher's "FISHSKI" Camp For Girls
Former U.S. Ski Team member, 1992 Olympian and two-time World Freeskiing champion
Wendy Fisher is pleased to announce FISHSKI, a first ever freeskiing ski camp for girls, ages 12-16.
For more information call (970) 209-0256 or check www.fishski.com
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| Dec 24 |
Torchlight Parade
At dusk
participants ski in formation with torches from the top of the mountain to the base area. |
| Dec 27 |
Nordic Race - Skate |
| Dec 26 |
Snowshoe Tour |
| Dec 31 |
Torchlight Parade, Fireworks & New Year's Eve Celebration |
January 2005
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Rocky Mountain Division Age Class Race
The first open age class race of the New Year for ages 8 to 13 years. Please call the Crested Butte Ski and Snowboard Club at (970) 349-2996 for more information.
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Jan 8 |
Telemark Demo Day
Learn the oldest turn in alpine skiing! Crested Butte reinvented the tele-turn in the mid-70s. Don't miss this opportunity to demo the latest gear and learn from the pros at the Crested Ski and Snowboard School. Free demos and specially priced lessons available. For more information, please call (970) 349-5210.
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Jan 8-9 |
NextXSnow Search
An all -mountain, all equipment, all person snowsports competition. It's not just a competition-style, attitude and
personality are also factors. There is only one class, everyone
competes together. Boys and girls, skiers and snowboarders and adaptive athletes are included. Ages 9-13. Qualifying competition for the finals on February 11-13.
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Jan 14-16 |
Wendy Fisher's "FISHSKI" Camp for Girls
Former U.S. Ski Team member, 1992 Olympian and two-time World Freeskiing champion Wendy Fisher is pleased to announce FISHSKI, a first ever freeskiing ski camp for girls, ages 12-16. Camp includes one day of big mountain and one day of jib park coaching by Wendy and CB Mountain School professional ski instructors, a two day lift ticket, welcome orientation and snacks, two breakfast vouchers, two lunches and final wrap-up pizza party. For information call (970) 209-0256 or check www.fishski.com.
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Jan 24 |
Moonlight Atlas Snowshoe Tour
There is nothing quite like our nighttime sky. Ride in a snowcat to the top of the Red Lady Express Lift and snowshoe the moonlit mountain trails back to the base area for hot cocoa and Ben & Jerry's ice cream. (970) 349-2211
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Jan 24-29 |
Kim Reichhelm's Women's
Ski Adventure (Club Med)
Kim Reichhelm, Crested Butte Mountain's ski ambassador, a U.S. Ski Team veteran and
two-time World Extreme Skiing Champion, was one of the first in the industry to offer a
program featuring instruction for women and by women. This four-day all inclusive Club
Med skiing clinic includes instruction, video analysis, après-ski parties, meals, lift tickets,
product demos and more. Exclusive clinic for Club Med guests only. For more information, please
call (888) 444-8151 or visit Kim's website at www.skiwithkimcom.
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February 2005
| Feb 1-6 |
11th Anniversary Country in the Rockies
Country music performers help fight cancer at this annual benefit. Fans and celebrities mingle
together for four days of snowsports, music and country western fun.
Visit Country in the Rockies for more info |
Feb 3-6 |
Kim Reichhelm's Women's
Ski Adventure (Club Med)
Kim Reichhelm, Crested Butte Mountain's ski ambassador, a U.S. Ski Team veteran and
two-time World Extreme Skiing Champion, was one of the first in the industry to offer a
program featuring instruction for women and by women. This four-day all inclusive Club
Med skiing clinic includes instruction, video analysis, après-ski parties, meals, lift tickets,
product demos and more. Exclusive clinic for Club Med guests only. For more information, please
call (888) 444-8151 or visit Kim's website at www.skiwithkimcom.
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| Feb 4-8 |
Mardi Gras Celebration
Crested Butte celebrates with a Fat Tuesday Parade, an all-night Masquerade Ball and other
special festivities all week long. (970) 349-0366.
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| Feb 7 |
18th Annual Alley Loop Cross-Country Ski Race (5K, 10K, ½ and full marathon)
Nordic enthusiasts race through the snow-lined alleys and the outskirts of Crested Butte
in numerous events, including a 42K, the highest altitude marathon in the country.
The Alley Loop Marathon is a qualifier for the prestigious American Birkebeiner.
Open to racers of all ages and abilities. (970) 349-1707. |
| Feb. 12 |
Life-Link/Dynafit Randonnee Rally
The third annual Life-Link/Dynafit Randonnee Rally, modeled after the
popular "Rally’s" in Europe. Competitors to ski their way up,
down, and across Crested Butte’s legendary Extreme Limits terrain.
The Randonee Rally is part of a series throughout the U.S. with
competitors vying for over $10,000 in cash and prizes. The Rally Series features men’s and
women’s racing, recreational divisions and team categories. For more information,
call 800.443.8620.
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| Feb 10-13 |
Dan Prater Memorial Cup - USSA Race
Athletes ages 11-12 compete for the honor of qualifying for the Junior Olympics.
Please call the Crested Butte Ski and Snowboard Club at (970) 349-2996 for more info.
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| Feb 22-26 |
14th Annual SAAB U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Championships
The first in the U.S. to launch an extreme skiing contest, Crested Butte marks fourteen years of freeskiing competition this season. Competitors vie for the largest cash purse on the freeskiing circuit and sweet prizes from all the sponsors. A skiercross kicks off the event followed by three days of big mountain/extreme competition. Junior athletes age 14 - 17 also welcome to compete. (970) 349-2221, www.skicb.com , click on extreme scene.
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| Feb 23 |
7th Annual SAAB Salomon Crossmax Skiercross Series
The SAAB Solomon Crossmax series will kick of the Freeskiing competition with over $10,000 in cash
and prizes. Competitors will race head-to-head in high-speed action over
man-made jumps and banked turns on a course that begins at the resort's hot spot, the Ice Bar.
The event is hosted by the well-know crazy commentator, "Uncle E," adding to the crowd's
excitement and amusement throughout the day. A junior division, ages 14 - 17 is also available.
(970) 349-2221, www.skicb.com, click on extreme scene.
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| Feb 24 |
Moonlight Atlas Snowshoe Tour
There is nothing quite like our night sky. Ride in a snowcat to the top of the Red Lady Express Lift and snowshoe the moonlit mountain trails back to the base area for hot cocoa and Ben & Jerry's ice cream. |
| Feb 25-27 |
5th Annual Salomon Oasis Project
A unique 3 day event for the public to test ride the latest technology Salomon has to offer in alpine skis, snowboards and other winter equipment- all free of charge.
Visitors can also win prizes and receive great giveaways from Salomon and partner SAAB.
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March 2005
| March 1 – 5 |
11th Annual U.S. Extreme Boarderfest
Hundreds of the best riders in the country gather here each year to test their
athleticism in three events-big air, boardercross and classic extreme/big mountain
competition-in this four-day snowboarding open. Junior athletes age 14 – 17 are also
welcome to compete. (970) 349-2303.
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| Mar 25 |
Moonlight Atlas Snowshoe Tour
There is nothing quite like the stars in Crested Butte. Ride in a snowcat to the top of the Red Lady Express Lift
and snowshoe the moonlit
mountain trails back to the base area for hot cocoa and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. (970) 349-2211.
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| Mar 24-26 |
9th Annual U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Telemark Championships
Over 100 free-heelers take to the slopes to compete in this Telmark freeskiing event complete with welcome reception and awards party. The two-day big mountain event attracts the biggest names in the telemark industry and is unique to Crested Butte. Free telemark demos and specialty clinics also take place during this Telemark celebration culminating with the legendary Al Johnson Race .
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| Mar 27 |
30th Annual Al Johnson Memorial Uphill/Downhill Telemark Ski Race
A popular local telemark race named after a diehard 19th century Crested Butte mailman who delivered mail to remote mining camps.
Hundreds of costumed participants ascend 600 vertical feet to the crest of the North Face, then race down the double-black diamond terrain to the finish. (970) 349-1323.
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April
| April 1-2 |
9th Annual Elk Mountain Grand Traverse
An extreme endurance race that links Crested Butte to Aspen. At the stroke of midnight, skiers start out over a 40-mile course that
takes them from the base of Mt. Crested Butte through remote wilderness terrain, across two mountain passes and finishes at Aspen Mountain.
Skiers must start, compete and finish in teams of two. (970) 349-7133.
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| April 10 |
Closing Day :( |
SUMMER 2004 EVENTS
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