Publisher's Blog

By Holly Resignolo, Associate Publisher

It's Party Time people! We revved up the county with Mardi Gras parties everywhere. Now, Spring Break is falling upon us and we are primed to party. Nightlife abounds in all of our communities and the ski areas know how to throw a party! Look to our Calendar of Events for all of the details. KSMT- The Mountain is ready to help you rock for the rest our ski and ride season too!
Archive February 15, 2010
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE and Valentines! I cannot think of a more romantic place to spending St. Valentines Day then in Summit County. Cold weather brings on lots of snuggle time and a kiss with the snow falling all around is many a lovers dream. So what to do... well skiing and snowboarding is readily available up here. Try a glide through the woods on Cross Country ski's or how about a snowmobile ride up Vail Pass. Check our recreation page for links to all of the best activities out there. Then there's the candlelight dinner and a steamy hot tub soak. Want a restaurant suggestion, look no further then our dining page. Read up on restaurants or look them up by town. Looking to propose... well go get'em tiger and have a very Happy Valentines Day everyone!
Archive February 10, 2010
Love is in the air! We think some snow flakes are accompanying it as well. As I was delivering magazines to restock our towns with great info on the area I realized we have some amazing restaurants up here. Frisco is chock full of delicousness; unique eateries and wine bars grace Main Street and Summit Boulevard. Boatyard, Tuscatos, Blue Spruce, Bagali's, Silverheels, Kemosabe, Vinny's, Food Hedz and The Backcountry Brewery all have diverse and unique menus.
Breckenridge too boasts top notch cuisine all with a variety of items to sample. Fatty's, Southridge Seafood Grill, Hearthstone, Ember, Relish, MiCasa, Briar Rose and the Breckenridge Brewery. Culinary talent is abundant throughout this great old Victorian town.
Let me not forget Keystone, they too offer some of the most romantic spots for a date with someone you love. Three over the top locations you must try are The Keystone Ranch, Ski Tip Lodge and Alpenglow Stube! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! Summit County will show you the love!
Archive January 28, 2010
SNOW! Breckenridge residents have been out in force stomping snow into giant white blocks! Big Square blocks that will be transformed into incredible forms and designs by the worlds best Snow Sculpturers. The Budweiser International Snow Sculpture Competition is a site one should not miss if they are in the area. The Riverwalk Center will award the best and display everyones work of art until February 7th. Come on up to Summit County everyone, it is one fun playground for young and old alike!!
Archive January 10, 2010
Ullr! Ullr! Ullr! The snow has been falling and it is beautiful here in Summit County. Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Kiteskiing, Cross Country, Snowshoeing, Dogsledding and more is right out your front door up here in the highcountry. Ullr kicks off in Breckenridge next week with Bonfires, Parades and more. Snowsculpture follows with teams from around the world competing against one another. Art and Culture abound with Gallery showings, musical performances and fundraisers. If you aren't here then you should think about coming SOON!
Archive November 2009
It is the official opening day of Keystone Resort and everyone is so excited to see the ski season kicking off and starting up so early! We have had outstanding snow fall all through October! Copper is set to open tommorow and Breckenridge next week on November 12! Summit County will officially be open for snow-business.
I once thought that November was a down season but with the plethora of events and activities it feel like mid season. Movies, Dinners, Dances, Theater- WOW! Be sure to check out the calendar of events. Just want to head out the door for some dinner? Try Vinny's in Frisco or head over to Silverheel's for a hot drink outside on their heated patio. Ask for the Three Pins Hot Cider - yum! We are giving away a $50 gift certificate to Farley's Chophouse so go register to win - you never know when you might get a free dinner.
Archive October 20, 2009
And the winner was...Loveland! with Arapahoe Basin just a few days behind! Yes folks, Skiing and riding is up and running here in Summit County and next door in Clear Creek. We are proud to bang the nations drum and remind everyone that this is THE place to be if you want a great day out on our incredible mountains. The flakes keep flying too! As I see it, we are getting ready for one heck of a ski season. With that said I better hurry up and get those bikes in for the winter. See you out there!
Archive - October 10, 2009
Woke up to glorious snow covered peaks here in Breckenridge! The ski season is getting ready to start up. Snow guns are blowing througout the county and everyone is getting excited. I swore I saw some tracks up on Baldy!!! Down here in the Valley we are getting ready for another weekend of beauty and fun events. Matchstick Productions will be premiering a brand new movie at the Keystone Pavilion. Locals will be kicking up their heels at Dancing with the Stars, and Bikers will be out competing in the Frisco CycloCross. Very cool! Hiking trails are still accessable, the bike paths are clear and our restaurants will wow you with some great vittles. Enjoy!!!
Archive October 2, 2009
Fall is in full swing. The view from my window is spectacular. Snow capped mountains and blue sky with beautiful fall colors gracing the landscape. A day to get out and enjoy everything Summit County has to offer. The agenda for the weekend is to grab the mountain bike after the kids soccer games and get out. Tommorrow I will check out The Summit County Parade of Homes, a fundraiser for The Summit Foundation. Some luxurious homes will be encountered on this tour! All good things will come to an end so live it up, soak in the rays and enjoy the colorado colors in Summit County!
Archive September 25, 2009
SNOW! SNOW! SNOW! The peaks are covered and everyone is thinking about skiing and riding. I am thinking about the how beautiful it is to ski the windows in Breckenridge - I cannot wait! The leaves will definitely be at their peak this weekend so if you didn't make it up yet make your plans! Check out theses cams at some of our ski areas http://www.breckenridge.com/mountain/mountain-web-cams.aspx www.arapahoebasin.com/ABasin/snow-conditions/web-cams.aspx http://www.coppercolorado.com/the_mountain/mountain_cams/index.htm http://www.keystoneresort.com/explore-keystone/web-cams.aspx
Archive Sept 19, 2009
School Days, Cool Days! I feel that chill in the air. It reminds me to be sure the yard is picked up as the snows will be coming soon. Crazy to say that snow is coming, but here in Summit County the majority of our area is 9,000ft above sea level or greater. A beautiful dusting was revealed Saturday morning hihg up on all the peaks. I have seen alot of yellow leaves on the Aspen, this Fall will be spectacular. Do not fret though! Activites still abound. Boat rentals at the Marina, Mountain Biking, Downhill Biking, HIking, Fishing, Boating. There is a never ending list of activites, farmers markets, art shows and music.
Be sure to check our schedule of events! I will keep the blog going to keep you informed. Enjoy!
Archive August, 1, 2009
The sun has been shining and we have had a plethora of blue bird days. An abundance of activities and events are in store for those of you who love to get out and about. Farmers Market's in Dillon, Frisco and Breckenridge will keep you stocked up on local produce. The Mountain Art Festival in Dillon, Art & Antiques in Frisco and a wonderful event in Frisco benefiting the Continental Divide Land Trust- Painting the Landscape, Preserving the Land will keep you intrigued! Head over to Breckenridge on Saturday and catch the Breckenridge Brewfest at Main Street Station! Over 50 Breweries will keep your mug filled while being entertained by Pimps of Joy Time, Oakhurst and The Luv Brothers. Be sure to stop by our booth to sign up for some great giveaways! A host of concerts will keep you dancing all weekend. The NRO, BMF, Music on Main Street in Frisco, Keystone Pavilion have a line up to please. Be sure to check out our Calendar of events it is filled with fun! Enjoy the Summit County Summer.
Archive July 10, 2009
Wow! What an incredible weekend. There was more to do then time would allow so everyone could pick and choose what interested them the most! Children were decorating bikes for the areas great parades. Towns were going all out with festivities galore. Art Shows, amusement rides, bouncy castles, bbq's. A plethora of folks took time to come visit. The economy was not getting in the way of a good time. Everyone is taking time for their family and friends. It really is what matters the most.
This week once again holds an adventure for anyone who takes some time to visit. Head to the Frisco Marina. Enjoy a boat rental and a BBQ at the Island Grill later with a beer. Head to Breckenridge for Bike Week. Some great demos await you and the town has a trail concierge to assist you find the perfect ride. Keystone is has great activities for the kids at River Run along with performanes at the Keystone Pavilion. Get out for a round of Golf, we have five courses to choose from! Be sure to check the website for a calendar of events and information on everything Summit County
Archive June 26, 2009
Our summer magazine is on the way to area racks and the publication is looking great! We are getting ready to up load all of our great articles so if you cannot grab a copy then read here online! One of my favorite subjects, Mountain Biking, is a feature article that reminded me that biking up in our woods is a world class experience. Speaking of that there are some huge biking events coming up: Firecracker 500, Breck Epic, Courage Classic and more! Be sure to check our event calendar for links and further information!
Spent the evening enjoying The Country Boy Mine, what a terrific place to bring your friends and family. Maverick Sports Promotions hosted the Summit Challenge Mountain Biking Race after party there. The cutest miniature burros can be found wandering the area. Gold Panning, Mine Tours, a crazy slide and incredible views enhance the mine tour experience.
So many ways to enjoy Summit County there are endless adventure awaiting everyone up here! Go golf or sail or enjoy one of the incredible restaurants in one of our six towns. Happy Summer!
Our summer magazine is on the way to area racks and the publication is looking great! We are getting ready to up load all of our great articles so if you cannot grab a copy then read here online! One of my favorite subjects, Mountain Biking, is a feature article that reminded me that biking up in our woods is a world class experience. Speaking of that there are some huge biking events coming up: Firecracker 500, Breck Epic, Courage Classic and more! Be sure to check our event calendar for links and further information!
Spent the evening enjoying The Country Boy Mine, what a terrific place to bring your friends and family. Maverick Sports Promotions hosted the Summit Challenge Mountain Biking Race after party there. The cutest miniature burros can be found wandering the area. Gold Panning, Mine Tours, a crazy slide and incredible views enhance the mine tour experience.
So many ways to enjoy Summit County there are endless adventure awaiting everyone up here! Go golf or sail or enjoy one of the incredible restaurants in one of our six towns. Happy Summer!
Archive June 15, 2009
It’s beginning! The beginning of the summer season is here!!! So many events, I cannot imagine anyone saying they are bored. Run the Rockies rolls into Frisco this weekend. The Breckenridge Art District and Associate Galleries have their Second Saturday Art walk. The Tour de Trash Mountain Bike Race is getting everyone up early for their classic race around the landfill. Maverick Sports Promotions has been putting on these incredible community races for years now and really reflect the community spirit of where we live. Check out their website http://www.mavports.com
Everything is green although there is allot of snow on the peaks. Lake Dillon is FULL and there is boating to be had. Head on over to the Frisco Marina and rent a boat: canoes, kayaks, pontoon and more! The Island Grill has their grill flaming hot for order. What a nice way to enjoy a day.
I just met with the General Manager of The Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks. She is doing one fine job of taking that golf club to the next level. There are great women’s clinics, junior clinics and yes guys… clinics for you too. They have created an all inclusive fee, even non-alcoholic beverages and snacks on the course are included. Even if you do not golf the restaurant has a wonderful lunch menu with the county’s best views. So get out, have fun and enjoy all that Summit County has to offer. Our website has everything you need to plan a day, week or month!
Archive - June 1, 2009
The sun is shining and with all of the rain that fell it is really getting green out there! The golf courses are all open and if you are not familiar Summit County has five great golf courses to choose from. Not your game? How about some whitewater! The Blue is running and trips to the Arkansas, Eagle and Colorado Rivers are only a scenic ride away.
There are festivals galore this summer with some very important birthdays to celebrate! The Breckenridge 150 has a lineup of events all summer long. Check out a National Repertory Orchestra, educating musicians and performing 50 years now. The Keystone Neighbourhood Company will host them and a variety of other events at Keystone. Get ready for delicious BBQ in Frisco, this year will be even better then the last, chow down on some good Cow!
Single track is drying out, hiking trails beckon and the flowers are going to be amazing with all of the moisture we have received. I love Summit County, come on up, you will too!
Archive - May 2009
A huge thank you to everyone in Summit County for all of the work you do to make our lives a little more fun, a little more safe, well fed and taken care of. We should all be proud of our towns and communities. A Big Thanks to Breckenridge Ski Resort, Copper Mountain, Keystone Resort, A-Basin, our town governments, Chambers of Commerce and everyone who lives here. We all made it work - another great ski and ride season is now under our belt. It is time to relax a bit and gear up for the summer season because that is why we stayed. Enjoy the Day!
Archive - April 15, 2009
Wow, where does the time go to? The ski season is winding down and Spring Massive, Sunsation and more are in full swing. The snow has been falling and as I speak it is dumping out! This poor girl here is holed up with a cold (first one of the season - not too bad) I am missing it all though – The wailers over at Copper, the Breckenridge Beer Festival, Brews and Blues. Sad I am. I know everyone is whooping it up and you should be too! Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone Resort or Arapahoe Basin check out their sites for the full scoop! The way it is coming down out there tomorrow will be a huge powder day. Maybe the Easter Bunny will bring me a cold remedy and I will get a chance at one last Pow day for the season.
So get out there all you mountain lovers, get out there with the one or one’s you love and enjoy all that Summit County has to offer. If you are not here at the moment then come on up and enjoy everything Summit County Colorado has to offer and be sure to check out the website often to find great things to do in Summit County, Colorado. Colorado Summit Magazine is everything Summit County!
Archive - April 3, 2009
It's Here!!!!! The ultimate time of the season- Spring Snowstorms, Spring Skiing, Spring Massive, Sunsation and more fun then you can fit into a day! Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone Resort or Arapahoe Basin will all have festivities from Beachin at the Basin to amazing live concerts at the base of Copper Mountain and the daily events pumping you up at Breckenridge for Spring Massive! We have had some huge dumps of snow since last week and the sun is expected to peek it's head out for a bit before the next powdery dump is bestowed upon us!

Archive - March27, 2009
And so the question goes, “what should I do this weekend?” Spring is literally here so I know that the blustery days of winter are waning and I want to get it all in. The answer seems easy with four separate ski and riding areas to choose from: Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone Resort or Arapahoe Basin. I could choose an afternoon of Nordic skiing too. Again, the question is where to go, Frisco Nordic Center, Gold Run Nordic Center, Keystone Nordic Center or Breckenridge Nordic Center? Or do I head out to the back country for a serene experience, away from most folks? I could rent AT Gear from Mountain Outfitters or snowshoes from Lone Star Sports. There is so much to do in our mountain towns. How about some snowmobiling? Colorado Summit Snowmobiling is a great choice for some guideless experiences.
Here is what I would do if I had one weekend to experience Summit County. I would get up and get over to Amazing Grace for their amazing Lattes and Breakfast. I always feel like I am up at a Hut with someone making me a gourmet meal. I would relax, check out the scene and read the paper to see what’s happening. Once fueled up, I’d gear up for some turns on the hill – you cannot go wrong at any of the ski areas! I would try to hit every area on the mountain and explore all the great terrain. Toward days end I would head down for a little Après. I think most of you would agree, a burger on the hill with a beer is a great way to kick back and reminisce about all the fun you just had. The day is still not over and most would agree that a session in a hot tub is in order - A nice relaxing soak and a shower. If you do not have one of those then I would recommend one of our community Rec Centers – Breckenridge Recreation Center or Silverthorne Recreation Center. Great Hot Tubs, Saunas and Steam room await you (drinking lots of water is a must!). After a long shower I would contemplate my evening plans – dinner! How to decide... Summit County has some of the best restaurateurs, rivaling any urban establishment. So let’s see I am in the mood to party a bit and I want to experience a somewhat local crowd. I think the Boatyard, on Main Street in Frisco is in order. Definitely a favorite among the local crowd their menu selection is extensive: steaks, pasta, burgers, pizza, eclectic apps. There’s always a feel good buzz there.
The night is not over though! Nightlife in Frisco is not too bad. Go checkout Shag for dancing and entertainment or Johnny G’s. Remember, the Summit Stage Runs most of the night BUT! Be sure to check the schedule before you start partying so you do not miss the last bus to where you need to go!
On my second day I would again head out for a great breakfast. The Arapahoe Café is another favorite with amazing Corned Beef Hash and Eggs Benedict. I would like a silent tour in the woods to experience the serenity the backcountry offers. Trails are abundant in Summit County. Trails maps are available at Mountain Outfitters in Breckenridge along with touring gear. I would also pack up a delicious lunch to bring along and lots of water. Be sure you are prepared with the things you need to be safe. Don’t be embarrassed to ask – Chris and his staff are very willing to help. After my touring excursion it’s on the do a little
(or a lot) shopping! There are so many unique shops in Summit County. Breckenridge Main Street, Frisco Main Street, The Outlets at Silverthorne, Copper Mountain’s Burning Stones Plaza and Keystone’s River Run Village all have something to offer. There are great end of season sales going on out there. Check out our shopping page to get an idea of what is out there waiting for you! On my last night I would like to try out some of the areas fine dining. The Hearthstone Restaurant in Breckenridge or the Keystone Ranch are two award winning restaurants that are a true culinary experience. A complete day of bliss. A complete weekend of fun!

Archive March 16, 2009

Spring Break!!!! It is here and it sure does feel like spring. The winter gods are still shedding snow on our beautiful outdoor playground but the sun keeps coming around too! You all should be putting on the Green. St. Patty ‘s Day will be celebrated up in Summit County all weekend long! One very worthy event that everyone should get out for is the Breckenridge 2^nd Saturday Art Walk! The Town of Breckenridge has become quite the art destination. We have fine art, photography, glass and other amazing mediums at over 11 different and unique galleries. Stop by between 4pm and 8pm for snacks, refreshments, art, and good company. Check out their website for a map www.breckgallerywalk.com

The ski areas have events galore coming up! For you jibbers and jibber wanna-be’s get on over to Arapahoe Basin for their Rail Jam this Saturday. The competition will begin at 1pm at the Tree Line Terrain Park. Check the link more info: http://www.arapahoebasin.com/ABasin/mountain/calendar.aspx?id=b8543fb3-accf-47e1-b01c-c6e4c3bc93fe

Copper Mountain is getting into the spirit of St. Pat’s. Enjoy authentic Irish fair, music, spirits and plenty of green beer. A street party not to be missed! Shakedown Street headlined the 2008 Copper St Patrick’s Day celebration look for more great music in 2008. Cap off the night with the latest in En Fuego entertainment including a torchlight parade down the mountain and a fireworks display viewed from Burning Stones Plaza! Check out our events calendar for times! www.coppercolorado.com

On your way back be sure to stop by the Town of Frisco www.townoffrisco.com Grab a bite to eat at The Boatyard or try some sushi at Kemosabe. Our lucky restaurant reviewer just recently gave a big Shout from the Mountain Top for Kemosabe, check out the Dining Destinations Blog to hear what she had to say. Frisco has some fantastic boutiques and art galleries too. If your not skiing you should make a day of it. Head over to Gatherhouse for a Glassblowing Demonstration www.gatherhouse.com or doing some shopping at Cornflower and Wyatt West. You won't find these cute clothes ina mall!

At Keystone come and have some winter fun in River Run with free entertainers, give-aways and DJ Crisp on Saturday March 14^th. Clogging Dancers - 3:00 - 4:00, Costume Characters and Street Performers with DJ Crisp spinning the tunes from 1:00 - 5:00pm www.keystone.snow.com

Here to wind down? Then try some of Summit County's finest day spas. Blue Sage Spa's been voted as one of the Best ay Spas in the community they offer some amazing therapies to get you feeling tip top. From Massages, to body treatments and wraps, a manicure too! Give them a try www.blusagespa.com Keystone's recently launched day spa is another location to pamper to the body and soul. www.keystonelodge.rockresorts.com The staff there has some top notch guys and gals working for them.

So come on out, come on up and have some fun here in Summit County Colorado! Summit County Activities will not disappoint!

Enjoy,

Holly Resignolo

Associate Publisher

Archive - March 3, 2009

Another great week here in Summit will be followed by another AMAZING weekend! The sun has been shining profusely and as we would all love a powder day we don’t mind so much a blue bird day on the slopes or in the back country. This could be THE weekend to do it all. Saturday morning will start out with The 2009 Tubbs Romp to Stomp out breast cancer at the Frisco Nordic Center. Breast cancer strikes one in eight women and this amazing event is intended to help fund research to Stomp it out – literally. Registration is close to full so get on line quickly to see if you can sign up! http://www.tubbsromptostomp.com/registration.asp

Colorado Summit Magazine is a proud sponsor of the romp and I will be out there in pink snowshoeing with my daughter to help make a difference.

The events end at 12pm so you can then go off and have some more fun and enjoy a major culinary extravaganza!!! The Keystone Culinary Festival presented by 5280 Magazine actually begins on Friday but the Grand Tasting Lodge is Saturday evening atop the gorgeous North Peak at The Outpost. I have a brief schedule of events listed below:

Unique red varietals and blends FRIDAY March 6 at 3:30pm

Martini Tasting Friday March 6 at 5pm

Winter Whites: Wine Tasting - Friday, March 6 at 6pm

Ice Carving Demo with Chef Steve Nguyen Saturday, March 7 - Demo starts at 11am.

Colorado Mountain College and Keystone Culinary Institute Presents: Culinary Trends - Saturday, March 7 at 2pm

Margaritas and Tequilas - Saturday, March 7 at 2pm

A World Awaits: Wine Tasting - Saturday, March 7 at 4pm

Grand Tasting Lodge presented by 5280 Magazine - Signature Event - Saturday, March 7 from 5:30 - 9pm

Ned’s Chocolate Demo and Breakfast Class - Sunday, March 8 Demo starts at 9am

Champagne Brunch at 11,444ft - Sunday, March 8

For more info try www.5280.com or www.keystone.snow.com/info/promo.culinary.asp#schedule

If you read into the archives below you will see that Summit County offers so much to do!! Look further into our website and you will find amazing art galleries to preview, recreation galore, spas to treat your body and mind and restaurants to treat your belly. If you have found this website through an online search tell you friends about it. We are here to keep you in the know on all that is great about our Summit County towns: Breckenridge, Frisco, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Keystone and Silverthorne. Here are some good links to help you out while we are at it. www.townofbreckenridge.com www.townoffrisco.com www.coppercolorado.com www.townofdillon.com www.keystone.snow.com www.townofsilverthorne.org www.arapahoebasin.com

ARCHIVE- Week of February 24 - March 3, 2009

Sun, snow, sun, snow! The best of both, snow for the skiers and riders, sun for all of those Mardi Gras revelers yesterday. Keystone Resort and the Town of Breckenridge were both host to some great parades and parties. Beads were flung near and far with great costumes and masks. Summit County's restaurants had some outstanding parties and specials on the menu as we all celebrated Fat Tuesday.

I have had the opportunity to live in Summit County for over 19 years and the one thing that has recently impressed is our incredible art community. There s a plethora of fantastic gallery’s and artists in every town. I am excited to check out our upcoming art walks. Second Saturday Art Walk is scheduled for March 14. For this weekend try Art on a Whim – a really great gallery filled with very funny art. Jeff Leedy will be showing his hilarious works of art over the weekend. Check out www.artonawhim.biz for show times!

This coming weekend brings something for everyone. Checkout Copper Mountain for the 12th Annual US Freeskiing Open Championships. Professionals and Amateurs will be competing for over $20,000 in prizes in the longest running open freeskiing event in the world. Check out www.coppercolorado.com for more information.

Attending an event for a good cause and a lot of fun is a specialty in Summit County. The 4th Annual Hope on the Slope comes to Breckenridge Ski Resort this weekend. Hope on the Slopes provides avid skiers and snowboarders an opportunity to make their day of skiing or riding more meaningful by raising money and awareness for the American Cancer Society while competing for vertical feet and celebrating their fundraising efforts in a family friendly atmosphere. Checkout www.breckenridge.snow.com or the American Cancer Society for more information.

Feel the need to shop? Then you have come to the right place! The sales are starting on winter gear and more. Every town has its shopping districts. Try Frisco’s River’s clothing for great outerwear and recently some beach wear for those of you heading to sunnier climates - 202 Main Street, Frisco. The North Face Store has some sweet coats, clothing, footwear and more on sale. Steve and Susan’s cute little building makes for a fun shopping experience – 322 South Main Street www.breckgear.com We cannot forget The Outlets at Silverthorne either. Anything you need they most likely have www.outletsatsilverthorne.com

So if you are in Summit County relax, have fun, enjoy our sun, snow and all of the beauty that makes Summit County a winter wonderland! If you are not here... then hurry up and get here. Either way, don’t forget to check out Colorado Summit Magazine’s website for information on activities, events and more.

Happy Valentines Everyone!

Love is in the air, literally, in the form of gentle flakes of snow falling to the ground. It’s our love of the snow that keeps us getting out onto the slopes and into the back country every winter here in Summit County. We have had a mix of sunny blue bird days and blustery winter storms this past week. A nice mix for all to enjoy. So what’s happening this week!? As usual a lot. Check the event calendar for all the events happening here over the Presidents Day Weekend. In the meantime,here are a few ideas to enjoy with your significant other:

Ice Skating. The Keystone Lake is one of the most romantic places to take a spin on the ice with someone you love. The evening makes it feel even more special www.keystone.snow.com If you are in Breckenridge you could try the Stephen C. West Ice Arena for two for one ice skating. Great music fills the arena and I am sure they will have the love tunes cranking. www.townofbreckenridge.com

Snowshoeing. Rent a pair of Snowshoes at Mountain Outfitters and head out into the beauty of our beautiful back country. Trails abound, check with Chris and his great store employees for suggestions on where to go www.mtnoutfitters.com. The Gold Run Nordic Center is another great location for snow shoeing. You can be led by an area naturalist on Valentine’s Day from 10am – 12pm and really learn about our winter wonderland www.townofbreckenridge.com/index.aspx?page=352

Dinner. Romantic Dinner in mind? Try Frisco’s Historic Main Street Restaurants. Silverheel’s www.silverheelsrestaurant.com or the new Kimosabe, Tuscato’s Italian Restaurant www.tuscatofoods.com, Boatyard, Blue Spruce Restaurant or Himalayan Restaurant, none will disappoint the lovers heart or stomach.

Shopping. Summit County does not disappoint the seasoned shopper or novice. Unique selections and opportunities abound. Beautiful and stylish women's wear can be found at Valleygirl in Breckenridge - 125 S. Main Street, 970-453-9383. In the market for Jewelry? You must stop by Timeless Collections and Breckenridge Jewelers at 215 and 211 Main Street, Breckenridge www.breckjewelers.com Each store has its own character and unique lines of jewelry and arts and crafts. Don't hesitate to contact them for any information or questions you may have. Lastly, who could forget about flowers!!! Check out Petal and Bean in the Citymarket Shopping Center Breckenridge for the freshest selection of flowers and lovely gifts to complement that bouquet www.petalandbean.com

So get out there all you lovers, get out there with the one or one’s you love and enjoy all that Summit County has to offer. If you are not here at the moment then come on up and enjoy everything Summit County Colorado has to offer and be sure to checkout the website often to find great things to do in Summit County, Colorado. Colorado Summit Magazine is everything Summit County!