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• (May 9, 2007) 1 - DENVER EVENTS CONTINUE COLORADO FUN ALL SUMMER LONG!

• (May 9, 2007) 2 - CRESTED BUTTE EVENTS CREATE HOT FUN with COOL TEMPS...

• (May 18, 2007) 3 - STAY THREE and SEE SALT LAKE for FREE

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posted May 9, 2007

DENVER EVENTS CONTINUE COLORADO FUN ALL SUMMER LONG!

Please visit www.denver.org for more info.

MAY 2007

9th Annual Downtown Denver Festival of the Arts, May 25-28, 2007 - Nothing paints a better picture of fun than a festival filled with more than 150 of Colorado’s most esteemed artists. This popular art event formally known as the Colorado Arts Festival will showcase paintings, sculpture, photography, glasswork, woodwork and more. Because each artist will be on-site, visitors also have the opportunity to speak one-on-one with the creators of the works on display. www.downtowndenverartsfestival.com

Bolder Boulder, May 28, 2007 - Tens of thousands of runners will race to – and through – Boulder for this annual 10K competition. 303-444-7223; www.bolderboulder.com

10th Aurora Asian Film Festival, May 31 – June 3, 2007 - Enjoy a celebration of Asian culture featuring delectable food, films and entertainment at the Aurora Fox. 303-326-8695; www.auroraasian.org

JUNE 2007

Capitol Hill People's Fair, June 2-3, 2007 - Experience Denver’s most eclectic neighborhood festival in Civic Center Park. Features include live entertainment on multiple stages, hundreds of arts and crafts booths and a food bazaar. 303-830-1651; www.peoplesfair.com

Summer Art Market, June 9-10, 2007 - Artwork by the Art Student League of Denver’s faculty, students and members will be exhibited and offered for sale with a price to fit every budget. 303-778-6990; www.asld.org

Colorado Renaissance Festival, June 9-July 29, 2007 - Flash back to the 16th Century and journey through a medieval city. Enjoy full-armor jousting, tasty turkey legs, music and a marketplace featuring more than 200 artisans. (Weekends) 303-688-6010; www.coloradorenaissance.com

Cirque du Soleil presents Corteo, June 22 – July 22, 2007 - The magical circus act brings its touring acrobats to Denver. www.cirquedusoleil.com

Ride the Rockies, June 17- 23, 2007 - Take a spin on this annual bicycle tour and pedal through challenging mountain passes. 303-820-1338; www.ridetherockies.com

Juneteenth, June 19, 2007 - Celebrate and share in the vibrant African American culture with food, music and a parade in the Five Points neighborhood. 303-832-3770; www.denverjuneteenth.org

Greek Festival, June 22-24, 2007 - Indulge in Greek culture featuring traditional Greek dishes, an art exhibit and sale, live music and dancing and a children's carnival. 303-388-9314; www.assumptioncathedral.org

Greeley Stampede, June 22-July 4, 2007 - Round up the family for some “Wild West” fun. Entertainment includes a carnival, concerts, a demolition derby and the country’s largest July 4th rodeo at Island Grove Regional Park in Greeley, Colo. 1-800-982-2855; www.rockymountainstampede.com

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, June 22, 2007-Jan. 6, 2007 - Marvel at more than 300 authentic Titanic artifacts rescued from the ocean depths including a 3-ton section of the Ship's hull at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. 303-322-7009; www.dmns.org

Cherry Blossom Festival, June 23-24, 2007 - Celebrate Japanese culture with exhibits and demonstrations, live entertainment, Asian-themed art and delicious Japanese delicacies at Sakura Square. 303-380-8972; www.tsdbt.org/cherryblossom.html

La Piazza dell’Arte, June 23-24, 2007 - The streets of Larimer Square are transformed into a giant canvas by hundreds of artists who recreate masterpieces and original works with vivid pastel chalk. Italian music and food complement this visual feast! 303-685-8143; www.larimerarts.org

PrideFest, June 23-24, 2007 - A morning parade leads to a festival in Civic Center Park filled with food, live music and information highlighting the local gay and lesbian community. 303-733-7743; http://pridefestdenver.org

Botanic Gardens' Summer Concert Series, June-August 2007 - Pack a picnic and a bottle of wine and head to the Denver Botanic Gardens’ summer concert series featuring an intimate outdoor amphitheater set amidst lush gardens. Concerts include top jazz, pop, folk and blues musicians. 720-865-3500; www.denverbotanicgardens.org

Colorado Shakespeare Festival, June-August 2007 - Enjoy theater entertainment under the stars at the University of Colorado. 303-492-2783; www.coloradoshakes.org Central City Opera Summer Festival, June-August 2007 Take in the opera in the restored jewel box theater that provides a rich and intimate opera experience. 1-800-851-8175; www.centralcityopera.org

Film on the Rocks, June-August 2007 - Denver rocks! Local bands perform before blockbuster films, from Braveheart to The Matrix, shown on a giant outdoor screen at the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 303-893-4100; www.redrocksonline.com

Venice on the Creek, June-August 2007 - Take a candlelit journey on a boat ride down Cherry Creek. Visitors float under a ceiling of stars while guides recount interesting details of Denver’s history along the route. Boats can accommodate up to six adults or children and offer both one-way and roundtrip rides. 303-893-0750; www.veniceonthecreek.com

Hot Sounds at the Pavilions, TBD - Hot sounds fill the air as local musicians perform free concerts at the Denver Pavilions. (Thursday nights 5-9 p.m.) 303-260-6000; www.denverpavilions.com

JULY 2007

Confluence Concerts, July 5-26, 2007 - Relax by the riverfront and enjoy a free summer concert series featuring the best in local entertainment, from jazz and blues to classical performances. (Every Thursday in July) 303-637-2645; www.greenwayfoundation.org

Cherry Creek Arts Festival, July 6-8, 2007 - Ranked as the No.1 fine arts and crafts exhibition in the nation, this festival draws more than 250,000 people. Participating artisans represent every type of media from photography and watercolor, to jewelry and glass. Entertaining music and dance performances are held on several stages and booths featuring Denver's premier restaurants offer a variety of signature dishes. 303-355-2787; www.cherryarts.org

Colorado Shakespeare Festival July 7-Aug. 19 - Organizers at the University of Colorado will announce this month what they'll stage to celebrate the festival's 50 years with the Bard. www.coloradoshakes.org or 303-492-0554

Colorado Irish Festival, July 7-8, 2007 -Experience the largest Irish celebration in the Rocky Mountains with traditional Irish music performances and dancing, Irish drama and storytelling, crafts, games and food and drinks at Clement Park. 303-561-4007; www.coloradoirishfestival.org

Colorado Gay Rodeo, July 13-15, 2007 -Hang on to your cowboy hats – this traditional rodeo comes with a few twists including a goat dressing and a Wild Drag Race at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. www.cgra.net

Mopar Mile-High National Hot Rod Association Nationals, July 13-15, 2007 - Speed over to Morrison’s drag strip to watch high-speed hot rods at Bandimere Speedway. 1-800-664-8946; www.bandimere.com

The Denver Polo Classic (presented by Avanade), July 20-22, 2007 - The largest professional polo spectator event in the Rocky Mountain Region combines the thrill of competition with the beauty of horsemanship at the Columbine Polo Club. Enjoy gourmet food, wine tasting and live entertainment. 303-832-8390; www.denverpolo.org

Cheyenne Frontier Days, July 20-29, 2007 - Ride over to the “Daddy of ‘em All” and experience one of the West’s largest rip-roaring rodeos. (Cheyenne, Wyo.) 1-800-227-6336; www.cfdrodeo.com

Boulder Art Fair, July 21-22, 2007 - Enjoy a weekend of family fun with arts and crafts, musicians and children’s activities in downtown Boulder. 303-449-3774; www.boulderdowntown.com

Buffalo Bill Days, July 25-29, 2007 - The legacy of Buffalo Bill is celebrated in the city of Golden with a Wild West Show, burro race, games, food and a Western parade. 303-279-3113; www.goldencochamber.org

The Little Mermaid (World Premier) July 26 - September 9, 2007 - The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is proud to announce that Disney Theatrical Productions has chosen to premiere its new stage musical, The Little Mermaid, in Denver during the summer of 2007. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated film and the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen.

Evergreen Jazz Festival, July 27-29, 2007 - Jazz takes center stage as 10 outstanding groups perform amidst a picturesque venue. 303-697-5467; www.evergreenjazz.org

Dragon Boat Festival, July 28-29, 2007 - Set sail for summer fun at Sloan’s Lake Park where vibrantly decorated dragon boats race in an exciting pan-Asian sport. The weekend is filled with cultural entertainment including an Asian marketplace with great food and gifts and stage performances featuring Japanese drum groups, martial arts and other cross-cultural collaborations. 303-722-6852; www.coloradodragonboat.org

Films on Fillmore, July-August 2007 - Enjoy free family films shown outdoors in Cherry Creek North. www.denverfilm.org

AUGUST 2007

Adams County Fair and Rodeo, Aug. 1-5, 2007 - Head to Henderson for tractor pulls, a demolition derby, rodeo, and all the county fair food you can handle. 303-637-8007; www.adamscountyfair.com

River Flicks, Aug. 1-22, 2007 - Enjoy in the sights and sounds of the South Platte at dusk as you take in a film. This event is free and open to the public and will showcase family films at Confluence Park the first four Wednesdays in August. 303-637-2645; www.greenwayfoundation.org

Colorado Scottish Festival & Rocky Mountain Highland Games, Aug. 11-12, 2007 - Join this Celtic celebration featuring pipe bands, drumming, Scottish athletic competitions, highland dancing and folk music. 303-238-6524; www.scottishgames.org

The Folks Festival, Aug. 17-19, 2007 - Spend a weekend with singer-songwriters at this celebration of acoustic music. 1-800-626-2422; www.planetbluegrass.com

Rocky Mountain Balloon Festival, Aug. 24-26, 2007 - Fun takes flight at Chatfield State Park where hundreds of vibrant hot air balloons will fill the sky. Enjoy various activities and exhibits, live music and dazzle your eyes during Lites in the Nite Balloon Illumination. 303-697-1039; www.rockymountainballoonfestival.com

Colorado State Fair, Aug. 24-Sept. 3, 2007 - Get ready for nonstop entertainment during one of the largest pro rodeos in the country. Highlights include a livestock and horse show, parades, country concerts, an arts exhibition, a fiesta weekend and an electrifying carnival at the Pueblo Fairgrounds. 1-800-876-4567; www.coloradostatefair.com

Festival of Mountain & Plain: A Taste of Colorado, Aug. 31-Sept. 3, 2007 - Give your taste buds a treat this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy great food from 75 of Colorado's premier restaurants, live entertainment, artisans and carnival rides. 303-295-6330; www.atasteofcolorado.com

NedFest Nederland Music & Arts Microbrew Festival, Aug. 24-26, 2007 - An outdoor music festival with headlining and local acts. www.nedfest.com

SEPTEMBER 2007

A Taste of Colorado Aug. 31-Sept. 3 - The Front Range platter returns to tempt our taste buds with everything from kettle corn to prime rib at the Civic Center. www.atasteofcolorado.com or 303-295-6330

Colorado Balloon Classic, Sept. 1-3, 2007 - More than 100 balloons will be launched at the largest and oldest hot air balloon festival in Colorado, held in Colorado Springs. Entertainment and concessions will be available at the free event. 719-471-4833; www.balloonclassic.com

Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival, Sept. 6-9, 2007 - Come celebrate at one of the largest Celtic festivals in the nation. Entertainment includes bagpipe bands, Irish dancing, folk music, merchant tents and professional Scottish athletes competing in stone-put, hammer toss and caber toss. 1-800-90-ESTES; www.scotfest.com

Glory Days, Sept. 8 -9 - Before Lowry was an upscale neighborhood, it was home to an Air Force Base. Celebrate Lowry's history with this festival. 303-331-1516; www.lowry.org

Chatfield Corn Maze Opening, Sept. 14, 2007 - Test your skills and get lost in family fun as you journey through an intricately designed five-acre corn maze. Other features include a mini-maze adventure for children and great food. (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays) 720-865-3500; www.denverbotanicgardens.org

FOR MORE INFO... For information on Denver Summer events and more for all year long, please call 1-800-393-8559 or visit www.denver.org.

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posted May 9, 2007

CRESTED BUTTE EVENTS THIS SUMMER -

HOT FUN, COOL TEMPERATURES &

A MILLION ACRE PLAYGROUND

MT. CRESTED BUTTE, CO - Vacationers in Crested Butte wake up every morning to gaze out on Oh Be Joyful, Treasury Mountain and Paradise Divide. What could better describe a summer in Crested Butte? Set in a remote-feeling valley surrounded by wildflower meadows, three wilderness areas, more than a million acres of National Forest and towering 12,000 to 14,000 foot peaks, Crested Butte is the capital of its own summer wonderland. From wilderness solitude to high-stimulation recreation to startlingly sophisticated restaurants and cultural events, Crested Butte's diverse summer slate appeals to everyone except those who have a hard time making decisions.

From many of the area's peaks, the most visible signs of humanity are occasional mining relics and old mule-train paths. You can take in the views while hiking through high alpine meadows or cruising downhill through lush aspen and pine forests on a mountain bike. Spend the day fly-fishing the gold-medal rivers for Rainbow trout, riding horseback to a high mountain lake with Fantasy Ranch, or rafting the whitewater of the Taylor River.

For all its wilderness allure, roughing it is optional in Crested Butte. Here you'll also find championship golf, world-class music, luxurious lodging, exceptional restaurants, unique art galleries and quaint Victorian false fronts in one of Colorado's largest National Historic Districts. This mountain town presides over a nature-made playground even Disney would envy - with endless fun, spectacular beauty and not a crowd in sight.

Wildflower Capital of Colorado

In an almost unbelievable change of costume, Crested Butte's mountains melt from majestic winter white into flashy summer brilliance. The diverse landscape and geology here have created such a proliferation of wildflowers that Colorado's former Governor proclaimed Crested Butte the Wildflower Capital of Colorado.

More than a thousand people arrive each July for the annual Wildflower Festival, a weeklong botanical celebration, to explore the abundant native flora in the mountain meadows, national forests and narrow alleys of historic Crested Butte. The festival offers an extensive schedule of tours, drawing and painting courses, planting and photography workshops and cooking classes. This year's event takes place July 9-15, 2007. Call (970)-349-2571 or visit them at www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com.

A rich cultural calendar

The dynamic board and staff of the Crested Butte Music Festival (CBMF) intend to put Crested Butte on the nation's musical map year round. The CBMF brings world-class classical music, bluegrass, jazz and opera to the stage, along with poetry, dance and theater, throughout the summer beginning July 4, 2007.

The CBMF Summer Music Series also includes instrumental lessons, voice tutoring and lectures with local and visiting masters. The Crested Butte Music Festival's smaller venues allow fans to savor performances by renowned musicians in unusually intimate settings. For a complete Festival Schedule and more information, contact the Music Festival office at (970) 349-0619 or visit the website at www.crestedbuttemusicfestival.com.

The Center for the Arts also hosts cultural events including the 10th Annual Crested Butte Reel Fest, August 8-12, 2007 and free outdoor Alpenglow concerts every Monday evening beginning June 25 and ending on August 6. Local performers and visitors, adults and children, get into the act through the Mountain Theater and Dansummer while both local and visitors' children excel annually during the Creative Arts Institute.

A highlight for visual art fans, Crested Butte's 35th Annual Festival of the Arts has been named one of the top art festivals in the country. The weekend of August 4-5, the town's main street is transformed into a street fair of juried arts and crafts booths, with food, live entertainment and kids' activities adding to the carnival atmosphere.

Mountain Biking

Considered by many to have the best mountain biking in the world, Crested Butte is also a birthplace of the sport. A labyrinth of old mining roads and single-track trails lacing through the mountains encircles the town. The roads can lead novices through alpine forests to lofty vistas and sensational backcountry scenery while more ambitious riders have an endless choice of advanced technical terrain. Visitors can rent full-suspension mountain bikes at numerous mountain bike shops in the mountain village and town. Crested Butte also hosts the oldest mountain bike festival in the country, Fat Tire Bike Week, this year celebrating its 27th year. This celebrated festival, from June 25-30, has guided tours and clinics for all level riders and a chainless downhill race. For more information on Fat Tire Bike Week visit www.ftbw.com.

This year's NORBA, Mountain States Cup (MSC) regional mountain bike racing series, welcomes back the 7th Annual Crested Butte Wildflower Rush Race. The race features the renowned Cross Country course, the legendary Crested Butte downhill and a Super-D. The third race in the MSC's series of seven races will include the Cross-country race on June 23 and the Downhill and Super-D races on June 24. Up to seven hundred riders are expected to compete in this race. Great prizes, a bar-b-que and pasta feed are included for competitors. For more information on the Wildflower Rush check www.racemsc.com or www.ridecb.com.

The Crested Butte Wildflower Rush Race kicks off the 10th Anniversary Powerade Pinnacle Summer Race Series, a recreational racing series that is geared for fun and competition, for beginner and expert riders alike. This five race series has become a local's favorite and has gained more popularity and riders each year. Again this year Crested Butte Mountain will be offering the Shimano Youth Series for kids during the same time. The Powerade series has been experiencing more and more families, so it only made sense to make it fun for everyone. The Shimano Youth Series is designed to give children (ages 12 and under) the opportunity to compete like their parents in a positive and fun environment. The races take place on July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, and August 9. Pizza or pasta, beer and prizes follow each race. For more information call (970) 349-2221 or log on to www.ridecb.com and click on Adventure Scene.

Need a lift?

From June 20 through September 3, summer hikers can get a lift to the network of trails on Mt. Crested Butte. The Silver Queen lift transports hikers to just below the summit at 11,400 feet. From there, sightseers can climb to the 12,162-foot Crested Butte Mountain peak or stop on the way for a picnic and take in panoramic views of the spectacular Elk Mountain Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The Red Lady Express lift will be open from June 20 through August 12 to carry hikers and mountain bikers up to the numerous trails mid-mountain. From rolling single-track to more advanced technical terrain, Crested Butte Mountain offers more than 15 miles of summer trails to entice bikers of all abilities and ages. Other activities available for those on foot include Frisbee golf, the Adaptive Sports Center's challenge/ ropes course, hiking or soaking in the panoramic views on the lift down. For more information contact (970) 349-2262 or (800) 544-8448.

Dreams really do come true...

The Adaptive Sports Center (ASC) achieved one of their long-time dreams with the construction of the Adaptive Sports Center Ropes and Challenge Course. After two years of fundraising and a quick two weeks of construction, the course was completed at the end of June 2003. The challenge course, located in the trees at the top of the Red Lady Lift on Crested Butte Mountain, will enable clients, no matter what their ability levels, to experience this unique adventure. The course is made up of low and high events that present a physical challenge to groups and individuals. Participants work together to solve the physical challenges presented to them and in so doing experience teamwork concepts in action - while playing! This is a particularly great team-building program to integrate into an executive retreat.

The Challenge Course will be used seasonally in accordance with the ASC Summer Program dates. Program dates typically begin in mid June and end in late September. Hours of operation will be from approximately 9am-4pm. The course is available to everyone, but reservations are required. For more information about the Adaptive Sports Center and all their activities check their website at www.adaptivesports.org or call (970) 349-5075 or (866) 349-2296.

Getting the swing of it

In the open meadows alongside Mt. Crested Butte lies a championship golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, rated Best Mountain Golf Course in Colorado by Mountain Golf Magazine. The golf course, open to the public, is one of the best laid-out and designed courses in the State. "Nature gave the course its scenery and Trent Jones, Jr. gave it his flair."

The dramatic, challenging, scenic course sits at 9,003 feet above sea level and poses 84 bunkers and water hazards on 14 holes. To help golfers meet the course's challenges, the Club at Crested Butte offers expert instruction and clinics from a superb staff of PGA pros in addition to an active and professional tennis program for all ages and abilities. For more information (970) 349-6127 or visit them at www.theclubatcrestedbutte.com.

The club is also the site for the annual Crested Butte Open, August 5 and 6, an event of the Adaptive Sports Center and WB2 Charities Fund, raises funds for adaptive recreation programs for people with disabilities. The celebrity tournament includes a welcome reception, live auction, dance, banquet, event golf shirt and gift bag and awards. For more information, contact the ASC at (970) 349-5075 or (866) 349-2296 or visit them at www.adaptivesports.org.

Culinary discoveries

At the center of this magical valley, the former mining town of Crested Butte is rich in history and lively with young-spirited energy. Elk Avenue, the main street, is lined with Victorian false fronts that now house shops, galleries, restaurants and brew pubs. Considered a culinary hot spot, Crested Butte boasts more than 30 eateries featuring French, Mexican, Italian, Asian, Cajun, Old South and all-American "comfort food."

Just three miles from the historic town, the mountain village contains its own world of fine lodging, dining, shopping and conference facilities. Guests can choose from a wide array of lodging options, including the Grande Lodge Crested Butte, The Lodge at Mountaineer Square and numerous condominiums, inns and lodges.

Other summer highlights Other highlights include Crested Butte's Fourth of July celebration, beginning with the annual Gothic to Crested Butte 1/3 marathon, the 107th Cattlemen's Days Rodeo in Gunnison, considered the "granddaddy of Colorado rodeos" taking place July 6-15, and the 5th Annual Crested Butte Summit Hike, a moderate to challenging 11 ½ mile hike to the peak of Mt. Crested Butte, to raise awareness and funding for the fight against cancer on August 12, 2007.

For more information about Crested Butte's lodging, conference, meeting facilities, and special packages, call Crested Butte Vacations, (800) 544-8448 or visit the web site at www.skicb.com. For information on ski area real estate opportunities call (970) 349-4999 or (877) 805-6109 or visit the website at www.cbliving.com.

BEAT THE HEAT WITH A MOUNTAIN OF COOL SUMMERTIME EVENTS

7th Annual WILDFLOWER RUSH MOUNTAIN STATES CUP RACE, June 23-24, 2007, Mt. Crested Butte - This year's NORBA, Mountain States Cup (MSC) regional mountain bike racing series, welcomes back the 7th Annual Crested Butte Wildflower Rush Race. The race features the renowned Cross Country course, the legendary Crested Butte downhill and the Super-D. The third race in the MSC's series of seven races will include the Cross-country race on June 23 and the Downhill and Super-D races on June 24. Up to seven hundred riders are expected to compete in this race. Great prizes, a bar-b-que and pasta feed are included for competitors. For more information on the Wildflower Rush check www.racemsc.com or www.ride.com.

27th Annual FAT TIRE BIKE WEEK, June 25-30, 2007, Crested Butte - Fat Tire Bike Week, the oldest mountain bike festival in the country, celebrates Crested Butte as one of the birthplaces of modern mountain biking. The festival attracts all levels and ages of riders--even newcomers-- for guided tours, instructional clinics, wildflower rides and a chainless downhill. For more information, contact the Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce at (800) 545-4505, or visit www.ftbw.com .

CRESTED BUTTE MUSIC FESTIVAL, July 4 - August 4, 2007, Crested Butte - The Crested Butte Music Festival presents over fifty performances and workshops that span four weeks this summer. The Festival seeks to present not only many kinds of music, but other arts as well, ranging from poetry readings to dance. There are also master classes, lectures and lessons with local and visiting masters open to the public. For more information, contact the Music Festival office at (970) 349-0619, or visit the website at www.crestedbuttemusicfestival.com.

GUNNISON COUNTY'S FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION, July 4, 2007 - Crested Butte and Gunnison Start your day in Crested Butte with the only parade in Colorado that you will see twice! After the traditional Gothic to Crested Butte 1/3 marathon and fireman's pancake breakfast, the parade travels up--and down--Elk Avenue, followed by games, food and music. In the afternoon, make your way to Gunnison's Main Street for more old fashioned fun: an arts and crafts festival, street performers, music and the annual Taste of Gunnison. A spectacular fireworks display above Mountaineer Bowl at Western State College lights up the night skies. Cap the evening with dinner and music, weather permitting. For more information, call the Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce at (970) 349-6438 and the Gunnison Chamber of Commerce at (970) 641-1501.

107th Annual CATTLEMAN'S DAYS, July 6-15, 2007, Gunnison - Considered the granddaddy of Colorado rodeos, the 106th Annual Cattleman's Days celebrates the old American West like no other event in Gunnison County. Thousands pack the stands each year to relive a part of western history, its roots and its romance. The event is one of 730 official Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rodeos held in the U.S. and Canada that feed into the Las Vegas finals. The Rodeo and Race Meet features six days of bull riding, steer wrestling, sheep showing, barrel racing and more at the Gunnison County Fairgrounds. The Rodeo Grounds entertain folks of all ages with a carnival, food booths, chuck wagon cook-off, exhibits and displays. Call (970) 641-1501 for more information.

WILDFLOWER FESTIVAL, July 9-15, 2007, Crested Butte - This weeklong botanical celebration honors Crested Butte's designation as the Wildflower Capital of Colorado. Walking and hiking tours through mountain meadows, national forests and the narrow alleys of Crested Butte's old historic district bring you face-to-face with the magnificent native flora that prompted this declaration. The annual festival offers workshops, tours, lectures, slide shows and classes on learning to identify, photograph, paint, draw, cook, plant, heal with and enjoy wildflowers. For more information, contact the Wildflower Festival office at (970) 349-2571 or visit their website at www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com.

10th Anniversary POWERADE PINNACLE SUMMER RACE SERIES, July 12 - August 9, 2007, Mt. Crested Butte - A regional recreational racing series created in 1998 by Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR). The popular race series is geared for fun and competition, from beginner to expert riders, for a total of 12 racing categories. The races consist of varying lengths and difficulty to challenge riders of all abilities on Mt. Crested Butte's network of trails and quality single-track. The races take place on Thursday evenings at 5:45 PM. At the ski area base the series will be offering the Free Shimano Youth Series for kids during the same time. The series has been experiencing more and more families each year, so it only makes sense to make it fun for everyone. The Free Shimano Youth Series is designed to give children the opportunity to compete like their parents in a positive and fun environment. The race dates for this season are July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2 and August 9. Pizza or pasta, beer and prizes follow every race. For more information call (970) 349-2221 or visit the website at www.ridecb.com and click on Adventure Scene.

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS, August 5-6, 2006, Crested Butte - Rated among the top 200 arts shows in the nation, the 33rd Annual Festival of the Arts is one of Crested Butte's liveliest summer weekends. More than 150 open-air arts and crafts booths line Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte featuring fine arts, photography, sculpture, paper, leather, jewelry, ceramics and more. Food booths, music and special children's activities are provided, too. For more information call (970) 349-1184 or visit the website at www.crestedbutteartfestival.com.

CRESTED BUTTE OPEN, August 5-6, 2007, Crested Butte - The 12th Annual Crested Butte Open is the year's biggest fund-raiser for the Adaptive Sports Center of Crested Butte, a year-round program that provides outdoor recreation to people with disabilities. The Club at Crested Butte and its Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed golf course is the host site for the celebrity tournament. A horse race, event golf shirt and gift bag, scramble golf tournament, cocktail party, western bar-b-que dinner, dance and live art and travel auction round out the weekend's festivities. For more information, contact the Adaptive Sports Center program office at (970) 349-5075 or (866) 349-2296. Visit the website at www.adaptivesportscenter.org.

CRESTED BUTTE REEL FEST, August 8-12, 2007, Crested Butte - Located at Crested Butte Center for the Arts. The Crested Butte Reel Fest - a short film festival for films under 40 minutes in the categories of animation, comedy, and drama for both regular and student categories as well as documentaries under 60 minutes in both categories. For more information call (970) 349-2600 or visit the website at www.crestedbuttereelfest.com.

THE CRESTED BUTTE SUMMIT HIKE, August 12, 2007, Mt. Crested Butte - Mt. Crested Butte hosts the forth annual Summit Hike, a moderate-to-challenging 11 ½-mile hike to the peak of 12,162-foot Mt. Crested Butte. Hikers raise pledges, which are used to provide support, education and awareness to people living with cancer and their loved ones. The event is sponsored by Living Journeys. For event registration and information, call (970) 349-0591 or visit their website at www.livingjourneys.org.

WILD MUSHROOM FESTIVAL, August 16-19, 2007, Crested Butte -This thirteen-year-old celebration of wild mushrooms features guided mushroom collection hikes, identification classes, cooking demonstrations and workshops. For more information call (800) 545-4505.

6th Annual CRESTED BUTTE BALL BASH, August 18-19, 2007, Crested Butte - Bring your heavy hitters for the 6th Annual Crested Butte Ball Bash, an open softball tournament that brings together fun and competition. The tournament will take place at Pitsker and Tommy V Park softball fields, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with each team guaranteed to play 3 games. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Tommy Ruben Villanueva Sports and Recreation Foundation. The cost is $200.00 (tentative) per team. E-mail jlindros@msn.com or call (970) 349-6515 for more information. For team and spectator lodging information, please call (800) 544-8448 and ask for the "Crested Butte Ball Bash Package."

20th Annual GUNNISON CAR SHOW, August 24-26, 2007, Gunnison -More than 300 antiques, classics, street rods, muscle cars, pick-ups, sports cars and motorcycles gather on the grasses of Gunnison's Jorgenson Park for a "show 'n shine". The weekend's festivities include a sock hop, arts and crafts festival, a poker run; an oldies dance and a morning breakfast "cruise" for entrants. For more information, contact the Gunnison Chamber of Commerce at (970) 641-1501.

19th Annual PARAGON PEOPLE'S FAIR, September 1, 2007, Crested Butte - This event is sponsored by the Paragon Gallery, a local artist's co-op, and is open to all vendors, big, or small. In year's past, the fair has seen face painting, balloon sculpture, jewelry, photography and water colors in the booths. Flea market items are also welcome. The streets are filled with local food vendors and music. For more information call the Paragon Gallery at (970) 349-6484. ###

For more information or reservations, please use this link to Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

posted May 18, 2007

Stay Three and See Salt Lake for FREE!

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - To further entice would-be vacationers, the Salt Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau is including two complimentary 3-day Visit Salt Lake Connect Passes, an easy-to-use inclusive pass allowing visitors to experience 12 of Salt Lake's top tourist attractions, with each vacation booking of at least three nights or more at participating hotel properties.

Three-night Salt Lake packages start at just $165 per room, double occupancy, while the Connect Pass is good for admission to Salt Lake museums, gardens, the planetarium, the zoo and more. The Visit Salt Lake Connect Pass promotion runs May 27 through July 31, 2007, and travel must be completed by September 30, 2007. Promotion package must be booked either online at www.VisitSaltLake.com or www.travelocity.com, or by 877-SLC-4FUN .

The Connect Pass is the ideal tool for visitors to see and experience Salt Lake's unique blend of urban and mountain adventures. Participating attractions of the Connect Pass include: Children's Museum of Utah, Red Butte Garden, Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort (Scenic foot passenger tram ride only), Thanksgiving Point Gardens and the Museum of Ancient Life, Utah Museum of Fine Arts, Utah Museum of Natural History, Utah Olympic Park, Utah's Hogle Zoo, Lion House Pantry Restaurant, Living Planet Aquarium, Clark Planetarium, and This is the Place Heritage Park. For a list of participating hotel properties and to book a Salt Lake vacation, including two FREE 3-day Connect Passes with each three-night lodging package, visit www.VisitSaltLake.com or call 877-SLC-4FUN.

The Salt Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau is a private, non-profit corporation responsible for the promotion of Salt Lake as a convention and travel destination. Salt Lake is a unique fusion of metropolitan city and quaint mountain town; the towering Wasatch Mountains that embrace Salt Lake offer a dramatic backdrop to the vibrancy and activities of downtown. Having recently undergone a $58 million expansion, the Salt Palace Convention Center now boasts 679,000 square feet of exhibit and meeting space, ideal for groups of all sizes and needs. For more information on all that Salt Lake has to offer, visit www.VisitSaltLake.com.

posted July 8, 2007

Surf’s Up at Camelbeach Waterpark Mountain Dew FlowRider Competitions All Summer Long

TANNERSVILLE, PA – Camelbeach will host 3 competitions this summer on their FlowRider, the Ultimate Surf Ride. The first competition will be held on Friday, June 29, 2007.

The first Mountain Dew FlowRider competition is open to all ages and abilities to either surf or boogie board. There are 4 age categories: Youth (age 12 & under), Junior (age 13-17), Adult (ages 18 & over) and Female (all ages). There will be 4 man heats and each competitor gets 3 thirty-second rides. Scoring is based on a 1-10 scale; 2 highest scores will be added to form total score; top 2 riders in each heat will advance to the next round.

All riders must fill out a FlowRider release of liability prior to entering the competition. Registration will be held from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Locker Booth, located inside the park. Practice will be held from 10:00am to 12:00pm with the competition from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

There is a $5.00 registration fee per event entered. Admission into the park is not included. Download a registration form and waiver form online at www.camelbeach.com.

The second Mountain Dew FlowRider competition will be held Wednesday, July 18, 2007 and the next competition, the Royal Caribbean / Zero 2 Hero FlowRider competition will be held Saturday, August 25, 2007.

For additional information please call 570-629-1661 or visit www.camelbeach.com

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Snowbird Summer Operations Start Saturday, June 9

Cool Activities, Entertainment at Utah’s Official Resort of Summer

Snowbird, Utah – The summer fun officially begins at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort with the 11 a.m. opening of the Alpine Slide and ZipRider Saturday, June 9. These activities accompany the Bungy Trampoline, Aerial Tram, Mechanical Bull and Inflatable Kids Rides, all of which are already open for the summer.

“This is the most eventful summer in Snowbird’s history,” said Snowbird President Bob Bonar. “The existing and new activities combined with affordable lodging offers make Snowbird a great getaway that’s so close for so many Utahns.”

This summer, Snowbird’s All-Day Activities Pass will expand to include unlimited, daily use of the Peruvian Express Chairlift and Tunnel, Mechanical Bull and Inflatable Kids Rides in addition to the ZipRider, Alpine Slide, Bungy Trampoline and Aerial Tram. The unlimited pass for adults and children over 75 pounds is $32 daily; the unlimited pass for children under 75 pounds is $19 daily (prices change during Oktoberfest). The Peruvian Chairlift and Tunnel will be open from July 4 to Labor Day.

The Alpine Slide, ZipRider, Bungy Trampoline and Aerial Tram will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily through the summer. All activities are weather conditions permitting.

Guests who didn’t experience Snowbird’s new Peruvian Express Chairlift and Tunnel this past winter season will now be able to do so this summer. Located at the top of the new Peruvian Express Chairlift, the tunnel will provide access to the wildflowers and hiking trails in Mineral Basin. The chair ride along with horseback and ATV tours in Mineral Basin will begin July 4.

Other summer activities include hiking, fishing, mountain scooters, mountain biking, a 12-story climbing wall, the Cliff Spa, patio dining, free weekend concerts, the Folk and Bluegrass festival (July 13-15), Rock and Blues festival (July 27-28) and Oktoberfest.

For more information about other summer mountain activities at Snowbird, call the Snowbird Activity Center at (801) 933-2147 or visit www.snowbird.com.

posted Ju;y 8, 2007

TRUE SUMMER ESCAPE AT KIRKWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT

Adventure, Event Weekends in Remote Setting Make For Memorable Summer Experience

KIRKWOOD, CA -- For those electing to take a different path this summer, Kirkwood’s experienced staff has a full line-up of summer action in a high adventure remote environment away from the crowds. Signature events and lots of outdoor action on the mountain await summer visitors. Following are some highlights:

Summer Expeditions – Guided tours and clinics are offered throughout the summer with a variety of activities for all levels, abilities and interests. Clinics include mountain biking, rock climbing, fly fishing, guided fishing trips, whitewater rafting, ropes challenge courses and a zip line. For more on kid’s camps and outdoor clinics, call 209-258-7360.

Signature Events – The Wildflower Festival hosts live music, guided wildflower hikes, local wine tasting, barbeque and art fair starting 12 p.m. on the Village Plaza. $15 wine tasting tickets include commemorative glass and many tastes of award winning Amador County wines. For more information call 209-258-7386.

Mountain Biking – The South Shore’s only mountain bike park will operate weekends, June 29 through Labor Day (conditions permitting). Cyclists can ride up chairs one and two with their bikes to access Kirkwood’s scenic roads and trails. Features on the hill include a log teeter-totter, creek crossings and skills park. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Half-day tickets and season passes are also available. Mountain bikes are available for rent and purchase at Summer HQ.

Horseback Riding – Saddle up and head out into the Mokelumne wilderness and Carson Pass seven days a week mid-June through Labor Day. One and a half hour rides are $46 per horse and two and a half hour rides are $85. Riders need to be seven and up, pony rides are available for children under seven.

Disc Golf – The Discwood golf course winds around the mountain base area. Information, maps and scorecards are available at the Red Cliffs Day Lodge. Discs are also available for purchase.

Hiking – Trails for all levels of hikers await you in Kirkwood Valley. Guided hikes are available by reservation. Trails are open daily, and available via lift access on weekends. Supplies for the journey are available at the Adventure Center in the Red Cliffs Day Lodge.

Surrounding Lakes – Dive into any of the lakes nearby, including Caples Lake, Kirkwood Lake, Silver Lake and Red Lakes. Or try one of the local hot springs to relax.

Climbing Wall, Ropes Course, Zip Line – Test your strength at the 30-foot climbing wall. Climbs for all ability levels are available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The wall is open June 30 through September 3. The cost is $30 for the day, $15 for one hour and $10 for a half hour. The Ropes Challenge Course has both high and low course elements, a zip line and can accommodate any age, group size, or ability level. It is open Fridays, Saturday and Sundays starting June 29th. The Zip Line cost is $10 for 1 ride and $15 for 2. The Summer Expedition HQ offers a combo deal: Climb for 1 hour and take 2 Zip Line runs for $25. Please contact the Summer HQ for additional information 209-258-7360.

Adventure, Event Weekends – Choose from five different weekends for $299 and experience summer at Kirkwood, includes Saturday night lodging, complimentary passes to special events and Kirkwood activities. June 30 features horseback riding, fly fishing and mountain biking; July 21-22 and August 18-19 Annual Wildflower Festival; August 4-5 Summer Finale or Labor Day Weekend for 28th annual 5/10k race, chili cook off and home tour.

For more information on lodging and lodging specials, call 209-258-7293.

Located at a base elevation of 7,800 feet, Kirkwood Mountain Resort is located just 35 minutes from South Lake Tahoe and 177 miles from San Francisco via scenic Highway 88.

For Kirkwood’s online info on these programs, please visit www.kirkwood.com or call 209-258-6000 for information.

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