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MOUNT EVANS SUMMIT, CO (08-09-16) -
The road to Mount Evans, just outside of
Idaho Springs, Colo. is the highest paved road in North America. As with Hoosier Pass, just south of Breckenidge, oxygen may be scarce but the views are endless and spectacular.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

MOUNT EVANS SUMMIT, CO (08-09-16) -
From Pikes Peak at 14,110 ft. (left), to Mt. Holy Cross at 14,005 ft. (right), the views truly are endless, spectacular, and 360-degrees. 28 miles from I-70 at Idaho Springs, CO. The 14-mile , winding road is open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

SUMMIT LAKE, MOUNT EVANS, CO (08-09-16) -
Summit Lake Park, acquired by the city of Denver in 1924, is the highest city park in the U.S. and Denver's only treeless park. The glacial Summit Lake is surrounded by tundra and wetlands, smaller glacial lakes and hiking trails.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

SUMMIT LAKE, MOUNT EVANS, CO (08-09-16) -
Amazing views of glacier carved mountain peaks border the picture perfect Summit Lake. Hike around the lake for glimpses of snow patches or bighorn sheep. The area was named a Natural National Landmark in 1965.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi)

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ASPEN MOUNTAIN, CO (08-07-16) -
Music, by members of "Hot Eagle," provides a relaxing setting at the top of Aspen on the Sundeck Lodge. Adding to the great views, the Sundeck is open in summer with an array of food, snacks and beverages for all to enjoy.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

ASPEN MOUNTAIN, CO (08-07-16) -
The meadow at the top of Aspen Mountain helps guests enjoy summer with many games. Activities abound on the mountaintop for hikers, families and kids alike including checkers, chess, disc golf and chimes.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi)

ASPEN MOUNTAIN, CO (08-07-16) -
Gone but not forgotten, Aspen's famous local and tourist favorite, Little Annie's Eating House, sports a sign that bears its fate. After several off-season closings, "Forever" seems permanent..
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

ASPEN MOUNTAIN, CO (04-03-16) -
Little Annie's in April as seen outside thire iconic, historic building. Annie's outlasted many Aspen bars that were never replaced - Andre's, The Paragon, Cooper Street, even the short lived Hard Rock and Planet Hollywood.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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HOOSIER PASS, CO (08-03-16) -
Along Hwy 9, just south of Breckenridge, Colo., is Hoosier Pass at the Continental Divide, with an altitude of 11,539 feet. This north to south spine of North America divides and defines the water flow to either the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi)

HOOSIER PASS, CO (08-03-16) -
High above the lower hiking trail to Crystal Lake, a patch of snow provides a playground for a dog and his friends. The ridge above is also a hiking trail for those who can endure the 12,000+ foot, thin-air altitude above the tree line.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

CRYSTAL LAKE, CO (08-03-16) -
Hoosier Pass, named for the home of the first prospectors who came from Indiana, provides a 2.8 mile round-trip trail to Crystal Lake near an old aboandon mine. Along the way are views of the 14,265 foot nearby Quandary Peak.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

ASPEN, CO (08-07-16) -
The fountains on the Hyman Street Mall entertain as they wait for kids to run through or try to balance balloons. Outdoor restaurants line the street on the way to the mountain while the trails of Aspen Mountain watch from above.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi)

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STEAMBOAT RESORT, CO (08-02-16 )-
The colorful summer activities at the base of Steamboat Ski and Summer Resort are watched by a statue of Billy Kidd, legendary American skiing Olympian and Steamboat icon. In winter, you can take a ski run with Billy most days.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

STEAMBOAT RESORT, CO (08-02-16 )-
From a mechanical bull ride to ice cream cones, the base of Steamboat in summer has a wide variety of activities including a climbing wall, a bungee trampoline, climbing ropes and water globes. You can also take the gondola for hiking, biking or dining on the mountain.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

RABBIT EARS PASS, CO (07-31-16) -
Just east of Steamboat is Rabbit Ears Pass, named for the two rock forms at the top of the peak at 9,680 ft. The winding 3 mile trail ends with a steep uphill climb to the rock forms. Colorful wildflowers were abundant in 2016, including the purple Fireweed.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

RABBIT EARS PASS, CO (07-31-16) -
While most people hike and some ride their bike, a few venture up the hill in a four-wheel vehicle. This is not an easy task on the rocky and rutted uphill climb, and is slow-going for sure. The popular trail is barely one lane and a challenge no matter how you attempt it.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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DINOSAUR NATIONAL PARK, UT (07-30-16) -
This sign explains the probable life of the pre-historic Allosaurus, the most common predator in what is now this National Park area. it is thought to had have large curved claws and strong leg muscles help it reign over the region.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi)

DINOSAUR NATIONAL PARK, UT (07-30-16) -
This National Monument, spanning eastern Utah and western Colo. along Hwy 40, is home to a huge collection of bones and fossils millions years old. A cast of an Allosaurus is on display in front of a rendering of its likely surroundings.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

DINOSAUR NATIONAL PARK, UT (07-30-16) -
The area occupied by Dinosaur Nat'l Park was once an ancient river, then a long drought killed many dinosaurs. As the climate changed back to extensive rains, flooding caused the dino-fossils to move downstream. As the floodwaters receded, the river slowed. The bones were drpped tp the river bottom and began to pile up and were covered with sand and mud. This resulted in a dinosaur bone"logjam" forming today's Nat'l Park.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi)

SOUTH "TIMBER-LAKE" TAHOE (07-21-16) -
Justin Timberlake looks at a younger photo of himself as he works the rope line at The American Century Championship. Justin signed autographs for many happy fans on his way to the Clubhouse, practice round day, July 20. For more photos and results, link here.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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TALLAC SITE-LAKE TAHOE, CA (07-20-16) -
The Tallac Historic site, along Hwy 88 along Tahoe's South Shore, has museums, displays and hiking trails. Hiking the shoreline, with the Lake lower than normal, a field of wildflowers is seen in the shadow of Tahoe's mountains.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

FORMING LAKE TAHOE, CA (07-20-16) -
Formed by "uplifting" of the earth' s crust, the Sierra Nevada and Carson Ranges began with a valley in between. Millions of years later a lava flow formed a barrier across the valley's outlet. Water flowed until the Truckee River was formed.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

TALLAC CROSS-LAKE TAHOE, CA (07-20-16) -
Near the top of Mount Tallac, crevasses form a cross after the deepest winter snows melt. Shown here, center left in photo, the 2015-16 season's remains of snowfall are an impressive site along Tahoe's South shore, whether driving along the Hwy 89 or looking across a meadow.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

KINGS BEACH-LAKE TAHOE, CA (07-26-16) -
On Tahoe's north shore lies one of many beaches, Kings Beach. Swimmers and watercraft users share the Lake, as shown by the many dots of boats in the water. It is shown here from the Fire Lookout trail above the North Shore casinos and it overlooks the entire lake.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN, CA (07-16-16) -
The Mammoth Mountain sign pole directs skiers in winter and forms a back drop for summer photos for mountain bikers, hkers and sightseers. The pole is 19 ft high and is usually covered in snow - all but about 4 ft - in winter.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

TIOGA PASS/YOSEMITE NP, CA (07-17-16) -
The eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park is Tioga Pass, at 9,945 ft. It is Hwy 120, off of 395, the highest auto pass in Calif. Open only in summer, it leads to Yosemite's Toulumne Meadows and continues to its main attractions.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi

TIOGA PASS/YOSEMITE NP, CA (07-17-16) -
Along Tioga Pass Road dry hanging valleys form below a saddle (or col) with jagged, glaciated edges along the spine of the mountain ridges. When the snowpack melts in Spring, the hanging valleys become waterfalls.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi

PAOHA ISLAND - MONO LAKE, CA (07-17-16) -
In California's Eastern Sierra, Mono Lake is an oasis in the dry Great Basin, a vital habitat for millions of migratory and nesting birds. Most of Paoha Island consists of layers of lake sediments formed by rising magma as recently as A.D. 1720-1850.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Lorie Leonardi

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SCHWEITZER MOUNTAIN, ID (07-11-16) -
This Pacific Northwest favorite resort, located close to Sandpoint, ID has easy access through Spokane's nearby airport, just 90 minutes away. The resort has great terrain for mountain biking, camps, tennis and events that go into the Fall.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

SCHWEITZER MOUNTAIN, ID (07-11-16) -
Schweitzer's Basin Express lift services Mountain Bikes in the summer as a tennis court surfaces in the foreground. The calm looking trails like Sundance (right) along The Great Escape Quad await the winter's snow adventure.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN, CA (07-16-16) -
Mammoth's famed Chair 23 is viewed above a lingering patch of snow at the top of the ski area. The peaks in the distance display the beauty of the Eastern Sierra from the Minarets, on the left, to Mount Lyell and Banner Peak.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN, CA (07-16-16) -
Overlooking the nearby caldera, Gondola cars near the top of the mountain where snow is still present in mid-July. The volcanic activity that formed Mammoth Lakes still bubbles deep underground in this scenic paradise.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi

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GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, MT (07-09-16) -
U-shaped valleys are evidence of serious past glaciation. With peaks barely visible on this misty day on the "Road to the Sun," the views still show the massive forces of nature. The park spans Montana's northern border with Canada.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, MT (07-09-16) -
The vertical white lines are Hanging Valley waterfalls that empty into Avalanche Lake (bottom of frame). The falls are also evidence of past glaciers and the lake drains into Avalanche Creek which continues to Lake McDonald.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, MT (07-09-16) -
A terraced waterfall passes under one of the many arches built in 1928 for easier car travel on Glacer N.P.'s "Going-to-the-Sun Road." Notice the vehicle on the right, lower center, for perspective of the surrounding landscape.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, MT (07-09-16) -
Logan Pass, the top of the park, is home to a Visitor Center, hiking trails and spectacular views on sunny days. The "Going-to-the-Sun Road" hugs the cliffs below the Continental Divide as it traverses Logan Pass.
(SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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JACKSON HOLE MOUNTAIN, WY (07-06-16) - Daily tram rides at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort takes visitors 4,135 ft. to the top of the resort for hikes and spectacular views. Mountain biking is popular on lower, extreme parts of the mountain, while the base offers many activities. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	JACKSON'S TOWN SQUARE, WY (07-06-16) - Jackson's Elk Refuge annually yields thousands of naturally dropped Elk antlers. Gathered by Boy Scouts, the antlers are auctioned the weekend before Memorial Day. The antler arches are on each corner of the town square. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	GRAND TETON MOUNTAINS, ID (07-07-16) - The giant peaks were a famous early landmark for fur hunters and mountain men. This is one of the finest views of the Grand Tetons from the west, in Idaho on Hwy 20, the side from which they were seen by those who named them. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	THREE TETONS SIGN, ID (07-07-16) - Perhaps as early as 1819, French speaking trappers called the peaks the Trois Tetons (three breasts). English speaking mountain men named them the Pilot Knobs. This view from the west is where they were first seen by those men. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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BIG HORN NAT'L FOREST, WY (07-04-16) - Big Horn National Forest in eastern Wyoming is one million+ acres of wilderness for camping, hiking and several scenic byways. Along the way this geologic feature, Shell Falls, provides a photogenic break along one 45 mile drive. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	BIG HORN NAT'L FOREST, WY (07-04-16) - A sign near Shell Falls explains waterfall formations. Niagara Falls formed when a hard streambed meets a softer layer. Yosemite Falls is a hanging valley - a glacial form. Some earth shifts form steep ledges creating falls as rivers run over them. Shell Falls is a prime example. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	YELLOWSTONE NAT'L PARK, WY (07-04-16) - Immediately south of Yellowstone is another beautiful national park, Grand Teton. The road between the two is along a prairie that is home to several herds of bison who reign as they roam causing a fun, scenic drive for park-goers. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	GRAND TETON NAT'L PARK, WY (07-05-16) - The three Tetons (see sign above for name origin) are a scenic wonder even on a cloudy day. Shown here from a short hike to Taggart Lake. Glorious views, hikes and lakes make this one of the most beautiful Nat'l Parks in the U.S. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, SD (07-03-16) - This spectacular tribute to Native Americans was begun in 1948. The white line overlay shows what the completed view will be. The visitors center offers artifacts, close-up tours and more. The project is privately funded and relies on donations. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, SD (07-03-16) - The form begins to take shape with the face complete and vehicles working in the area to shape his arm. The blasted out hole is the beginning of the area between his arm, body and horse. An extra fee will get you a scheduled close-up hard hat tour. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	CUSTER STATE PARK, SD (07-03-16) - Custer State Park in the Black Hills is 71,000 acres of spectacular terrain and wildlife. A herd of 1,300 bison roam freely along the 18-mile Wildlife Loop Road, as well as antelope, mountain goats, elk, wild turkeys. Shown here are the granite spires of Needles Highway. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	DEVIL'S TOWER, WY (07-03-16) - This laccolith, volcanic form made of igneous rock, rises above the Eastern Wyoming plains, near the Black Hills. It is Sacred to the Lakota and other tribes. Hundreds of parallel cracks make it one of the finest traditional crack climbing areas in North America. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

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BADLANDS NAT'L PARK, SD (07-09-16) - A lone bighorn sheep (center) rests on one of the many formations found inside Badlands Nat'l Park in South Dakota. The park is popular with guests traveling to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park and others. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi	BADLANDS NAT'L PARK, SD (07-09-16) - In the pre-historic, swampy Badlands, alligators grew to about 6.5 ft long. They roamed the area 34-37 million years ago and fossils found in the greyish deposits of the Chadron formations can be dated back to the Late Eocene epoch. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	BADLANDS NAT'L PARK, SD (07-09-16) - Roaming the roadside of Badlands National Park, this mountain goat looks to graze as it takes strides along the roadside. The goat, one of a nearby few, becomes the amusement of Park-goers, or is it the other way around? (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)	BADLANDS JUNGLE, SD (07-09-16) - A seabed nutured the jungle that grew here 65 million years ago. About 37 million years ago, sediment washed over the jungle. The jungle rebounded, coverting the new sediment into a red soil. Later, red and yellow soils fossilized. (SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi)

For South Lake Tahoe Winter or Summer lodging, including for the American Century Championship event, July 7-12, 2020, link to: Hotel Becket and The Ridge Tahoe.

For North Shore Lake Tahoe Summer lodging, link to: Cedar House Sport Hotel, or the Hampton Inn & Suites Tahoe-Truckee.

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July 14, 2019 - Fan favorites - members of Rascal Flatts, Joe Don Rooney (left) and Jay DeMarcus (right) with actor/comedian Rob Riggle before teeing off. Joe Don finished 26th with 25 pts; Riggle ended tied for 67th with NFL Coach Frank Reich and Chef Bobby Flay with -24 pts and Jay finished tied for 74th with Jordy Nelson at -30. SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi	July 14, 2019 - Speaking of fan favorites, Larry the Cable Guy looks down the fairway at his Day 3 tee shot. Larry began the day with no chance of winning with -23 Stableford points and ended the tournament in 76th place with -31 pts. SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi	July 14, 2019 - Minnesota Viking wide receiver, Adam Thielen (left) poses with his group with NHL Dallas Star - Joe Pavelski (center) and NHL retired, leading U.S. born point scorer Mike Modano (right). Thielen finished tied for 9th place with Modano with +49 pts and Pavelski was right behind in 11th with +48 pts. SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi	July 14, 2019 - And of course the big fan favorite, Justin Timberlake tees off for day three. JT began the day in the middle of the pack with +19 Stableford pts. He ended in 38th with +16 pts, losing 3 pts during the day. SKIER NEWS photo - Dave Leonardi