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Colorado - Fall 2012
More than Mountains
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Autumn in Colorado’s mountain towns and communities bring a sense of excitement and anticipation. These first snowfalls gets us thinking about our ski and ride gear. Where did we put everything once the snow melted? Wow, we better find it quick!
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We have another terrific issue talking about our mountain towns, their people, places and passions. A dream comes true for a Crested Butte Guide when he heads to Bolivia. This is a must read for anyone yearning for adventure and pushing their limits. Take a trip to Powderhorn. Brave Ski Mom profiles this hidden gem. Fashionistas prepare for some hot apparel for cool weather. We talk food, coffee and books too. Delicious stuff to warm us up as we cool down. Time to get that last bike ride in. I have been sitting at my desk too long. Holly Battista Publisher
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On the Inside Cover Photo: Fireweed in Grand County, Colorado. Photographer: Cary LaCouture www.carylacouturephotography.com
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9. publishers greeting
29. bolivian dreams
welcome to fall
17. priorities
39. powderhorn mountain
look up
49. mountain fashionistas
an innovative colorado company
beetles save the day for once
23. front range getaway
what’s on your smart phone?
love thy neighbor
real social media
65. little cambodia
25. bears in our backyard
trends for the upcoming winter
57. food for the mind, coffee for the soul
salida’s big secret
75. getting ready
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a real secret unleashed
19. tricking the elements 21. save a pumpkin
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Priorities… The crisp clear days of autumn allow the evening skies to shine bright, reminding us that we are small creatures of the universe. In a billion years today is less than a blink in time. Enjoy the shortening days of fall and the lengthening time of night. There is a lot to see in our Colorado Mountain towns when it’s dark… if you look up.
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In ancient Norse mythology Loki is a shape shifter and a sort of trickster. It is the name Seth Anderson, Loki Gear owner, founder and manager chose to represent his products. An appropriate name as Loki Gear is designed to help trick the weather from keeping you cold. It’s perfect for this time of year when our mornings are cold, afternoons warm and evenings cool you back down
We had a chance to demo their waterproof, fleece and insulated products and found that Loki Gear is comfortable and convenient. All of their products have built-in features: Quick-Mitts, Face-Shields and packability. Comfortable fold out mittens that seamlessly fit within Loki Gear sleeves fold out and back in when you are not using them. The grip ability of the mitten is excellent in
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rain and snow and breathes well so your hands don’t end up sweaty. Comfy and warm we can always use a mitten at altitude. Men’s, Women’s and Children’s products are all stylish and well constructed. Hoodies, Rain Wear, Insulated and Soft-shell products are found within their 2012-13 line of products. Buy Online or find a dealer near you at their website http:// www.lokiusa.com.
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Save a Pumpkin A growth of unique businesses along Kremmling’s main throughfare have popped up over the past year or so. Some crazy carved Pumpkins at one of these new businesses, WoodZwayz, caught my eye recently .I had to stop in. WoodZwayz, owned by Mark and Christine Mahorney, specializes in wood carvings and rustic art. The story of WoodZwayz began just as the beetle kill epidemic was forcing homeowners to cut trees on their property. Mark left his IT job to start a tree cutting business 21
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in Summit County. He had been carving for more than five years and started thinking about how he could put the trees to use. His grandfather taught him to whittle when he was young, so he translated that skill and started doing large-scale carvings from the stumps left behind by the tree cutters. Today WoodZwayz is a busy operation selling carvings large and small. Grizzly Bears, Cowboys and Indians, Moose, Eagles and seasonal items such as pumpkins, carved Christmas Trees and snowmen are
being sold as fast as they can carve them. Custom orders are accepted. In addition to the products they make, WoodZwayz also sells the work of about 15 other local artisans. Open now for a year this relatively new shop is located in Kremmling, Colorado at 111 Park Avenue (also known as Main Street) just west of Highway 9. They can also be found on Facebook (WoodZwayz) and have a website: woodZwayz.com. Be sure to stop in.
We’re Beautiful and We have a great personality While in Summit County, be sure you get a date with Arapahoe Basin, a local favorite with genuine Colorado charm, groomed runs, bowls, chutes and glades—and looks that are beyond belief.
So spend your day at A-Basin where the crowds are sparse and the action is guaranteed, and save the small talk for another date.
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Front Range Getaway Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum In these upcoming days of rain, snow and inconsistent weather many retreat to the lower elevations of the Front Range in search of chores to complete and things to do. Here is a suggestion, make Golden a stop. Being a short distance away from I-70 you will feel removed from the hustle of Denver and delighted by this historic town’s offerings. Have some lunch in one of Golden’s terrific restaurants, shop and take a stroll along the river. The kids can enjoy the park at the West end of 11th Street. However! Be sure to make some time for the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum. Living in Colorado and visiting Golden often I had not known about this amazing museum until recently. The doors to the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum opened in February 2008 and can be found on 10th Street in a very unassuming building near the Coors Brewing factory. The mountaineering museum is dedicated to those who love the serenity and adventure found in mountaineering. Their mission is to inspire in their visitors a greater appreciation for the mountains and for
mountaineering, including the cultural and inspirational qualities of the mountains and the sport; to help in the cause to preserve the mountains and the history of mountaineering; and to educate visitors about the enjoyment and safety in the mountains. The museum is terrific with outstanding exhibits that include a topographical model of Everest and its routes, Peter Schoening’s Ice Axe and history, Tenth Mountain Division Display, Cultural artifact, temporary exhibits and much more. A variety of events are scheduled this fall including: Bent Gate’s Ski Season Kickoff Party, Banff Mountain Film Festival’s Radical Reels Showing, YETI Night! “Risk & Reward: A Mountain Rescue Exhibit” and several sPEAKers Series lectures. Their website mountaineeringmuseum.org is “chock” full of information. Hours: Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults, $1 for children under 12, $3 for AAC and CMC members. Address: 710 10th Street, Golden CO 80401 303-996-2755. Take the trip and enjoy.
Bears in our Backyard Keeping our Neighbors Safe
Colorado Bears Every year, state wildlife managers and law enforcement officers have to kill bears for doing what comes naturally — foraging for food. But it’s not the bears out in the woods eating grubs and berries that are a problem.
the Bear Aware program comes in. “We try to go into neighborhoods before bears become an issue and talk to people … We’re kind of like the first wave. We hand out flyers, we go to homeowner associations, we’ve set up booths at events, and we have a float in Summit County’s 4th of July parades,” Marshall said. “We have a lot of square miles to cover. The more people involved the better.”
Concerns don’t arise until the wild animals sample human food from unsecured garbage cans, bird feeders or backyard barbecues. Once they’ve acquired the taste, Bear Aware Teams have been formed and you can assist they tend to keep coming back for more. That’s when by contacting the Division of Wildlife in Hot Sulphur unwanted encounters with humans occur, and they Springs at (970) 725-6200. But before you do that you usually end badly for the bears. can help by bringing your trash inside and remembering that your yard is their home. Bears who get into serious trouble (such as breaking into a house or other property damage) are ear-tagged BY BOB BERWYN | PHOTOGRAPH BY ASPENSPIN.COM the first time and usually transported to a new area as far from humans as possible. But, if the tagged bear gets into serious trouble a second time, the state’s wildlife management policy calls for the bear to be killed. This year natural food supplies for bears have been affected. “In a drought, Bears have to find other sources for food, and that could include garbage and bird feeders,” said Gail Marshall, head of Summit County’s Bear Aware program, which trains volunteers in community outreach to forestall problems. “It’s not like baseball. They don’t get three strikes. On the second strike they’re out. I know the wildlife officers don’t like doing it,” Marshall said. Colorado residents have made great strides in learning to live with bears, but there’s always more work to be done, especially in communities where there’s a big population turnover each year. Educating residents about how to secure their garbage and how to safely store items that could be attractive to the animals is the focus of the program. That’s where 25
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OCTOBER 2012 October 2 – 7, 2012 ASPEN FILMFEST 2012, Carbondale October 04, 2012 4th Annual Harvest Dinner at Vinny’s , Frisco October 5 – 7, 2012 Colors of Colorado Quilt Show, Glenwood Springs October 5 – 7, 2012 Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival, Breckenridge October 6, 2012 Fall Tilt Bike Race, Telluride October 7,2012 Cross At The River, Buena Vista October 10 – 13, 2012 JOHN DENVER WEEK, Aspen October 13, 2012 13th Annual Culinary Arts, Wine and Brewfest, Glenwood Springs October 17,2012 Wearable Art Fashion Show & Boutique, Buena Vista October 19 – 20, 2012 Wine in the Pines Red Carpet Event, Keystone
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Bolivian Dreams A Colorado Guide makes his a reality
Bolivia….just the name conjures up images and ideas of a mysterious, magical, far away world. I first heard the word Bolivia, as a kid whose head was filled with dreams of adventure, and watched my heroes Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid, escape and eventually meet their fate in this far-off land. Same with the sometimes seemingly mythical revolutionary figure, Che Gueverra. And now…..I was headed there, to a place that once only existed in the dreams and fantasies conjured up in the mind of a naive youngster….a reality far from cowboyish outlaws and radical revolutionaries.
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Since learning to climb mountains, the allure and exotic draw of the Bolivia Andes, has continued to grow in the depths of my adventuring mind, with images of staggering glaciated peaks for mountaineering set amid vast salt and high desert plains, all inhabited by a mysterious and hardy native people with a way of life preserved from Western influence. The plan for our Bolivian Climbing Expedition was hatched not long ago on the slopes of another mythical and magical mountain of our collective psyche…..Kilimanjaro, in the heart of East Africa. While descending from Kili’s 5895M (19,341′) summit, Ian Rennie, one of our guests for our inaugural Kilimanjaro trip, was so excited about climbing mountains at high altitude, he asked if there was one that was much harder, and surpassed the mighty 6000M height mark. Of course, there are literally hundreds throughout the
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world, but ‘The Catch’ he said…..”I only have one week to do it in.” This severely limited our choices, and immediately narrowed down the scope to South America, a place offering relatively easy travel, no time zone changes, plenty of 6000M peaks, and a few with moderate technical difficulty. Thus Climbing in Bolivia’s Cordillera Real was born! Huayna Potosi, was the perfect match for Ian’s climbing desires of something harder and higher, while also being easily accessible and quick. Standing a 6088 M, this imposing pyramid of ice and snow is a mere 2 hour Jeep drive from the capital city of La Paz, and it’s international airport, in fact the access is so easy that a mere 8 hours after standing on the summit at near 20,000′ you can be showered in your hotel room and out to a celebratory cosmopolitan dinner in La Paz.
The only difficulty…..the rapid ascent to altitude. La Paz lies between 11,500′-13,500′, thus coming from near sea level in New York would prove quite a challenge to stand at 20,000′ in only 8 days, but….Ian did well in the same time frame on Kilimanjaro, so we went for it. The wheels of trip planning began shortly after returning from Tanzania this past February. Our first 2 days were spent just hanging around La Paz, and acclimating. Walking around the steep cobblestone streets of the old city, visiting the many crazy market stalls where one can buy all sorts of colorful Bolivian rugs, wall hangings, alpaca yarn knit sweaters, and the strange concoctions of the ‘witches market’…..dried llama fetuses, strange herbs and flowers, vegetables, and of course the ubiquitous coca leaves.
bags, acclimating to the 3500M+ altitude, acquainting ourselves with the Bolivian way of life, and sharpening our Spanish speaking skills (not many people speak English at all), we headed off on Day 3 for our first acclimatization hike…Chacaltayla, site of the now defunct ‘highest ski area’ in the world, at 5300M (17,700′). A mere 1.5 hour bumpy, dusty, snowy Jeep ride from our hotel in La Paz, and we were walking in fresh snow past the old lift housing and base area of the Club Andino Boliviano, and trudging in the thin air up to the 17,700′ summit. Astounding views of Huayna Potosi greeted us on the backside, and our first real glimpses of the sheer size and beauty of the heart of the Cordillera Real struck us speechless. A few short hours later we were back sharing coca tea in a local restaurant in downtown La Paz.
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La Paz, Bolivia a high altitude city siiting at 11,000 - 13,000’>>.
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2-day climb of Huayna Potosi from Zonga Pass. Here we stayed in a very basic Refugio run by a Bolivian Guide, Augustine and his wife Alicia, and many of their hermanos y hermanas. A modest dwelling with beds, table, and a llama dung fueled stove for heat, it was spartan but sufficient, as after all….Bolivia is a third world country and the poorest in all of South America to boot, a fact not obviously noticeable in La Paz, but immediately so once out of city limits. Our hosts were very kind, as they allowed us to practice our broken Spanish with them (we had no choice) and took good care of us, always smiling, laughing, and genuinely happy to share their home with us. We also shared the refugio with 2 Swiss climbers one night and a Brazilian climber the next night, as we spent 2 days here, sleeping and acclimating to it’s 15,700′ altitude. The second day at the refugio we headed off to climb, Charquini (5395 M / 17,700′), a local peak basically out of the backdoor of the refugio, and a great training climb in glacier skills and movement, ascending a short and simple glacier and steep snowfield to it’s incredible summit directly opposite the massive bulk of Huayna Potosi’s East Face. Overall, a perfect acclimatization
objective that allowed us to again get above 17,000′, while working out the basics of crampons, ice axes, rope work, and crevasse rescue skills. After a successful, albeit difficult summit, we headed back down to the refugio for a second night of sleep at 15,700′, to continue the acclimatization process for the next day’s main event…Huayna Potosi. Now only 5 days into our trip, Ian had been above 17,000′ twice since leaving his home elevation of 500′ in New York, and he was feeling it. In the end, Charquini, turned out to be a great training climb, helping to fast pace his acclimatization, and paid off immensely, when 36 hours later we were departing under the lights of the Southern Hemisphere’s Milky Way to the 20,000′ summit of Huayna Potosi. Day 6, we awoke early, conversed with our 3 Bolivian women (and family) porters in Spanish over load carrying limits, times, and of course payments. By midmorning we were off, headed across the Zonga Dam and on up the steep and rocky glacier moraine trail on up to the Refugio at Rock Camp at the toe of the upper glacier, at 17,100′. With porters carrying most of 34
our load, allowing us to be relatively light and carefree with daypacks, we slowly made our way up, chatting with climbers on their way down from early dawn summit attempts and took in the amazing views of the surrounding countryside. Our afternoon, was spent at the refugio, where we were treated to having the slightly nicer and more expensive ‘climber’s side’ all to ourselves, save some Bolivian guides and assistant guides at the last minute. Here, we rested in the late day sunshine, hydrated well, ate lots of food, talked to other climbers from the US, Spain, Netherlands, Canada, England, and of course Bolivia.
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By 2:30 am we were on our way. Crampons crunching on the frozen glacier snow under a cold, dark, moonless sky, awash with vast swaths of pure white starlight from overhead. As we plodded up in the darkness, roped together, the wind slowly began to die off, as the night grew deeper and darker, and our breaths become more labored the higher we went….18,000′……18,500′……19,0 00′……19,500′…..
And, we did our best to overcome that greatest of all mountaineering challenges….patience. As we simply sat and waited, waited for our bodies to continue acclimating for a night sleeping at 17,100′; waited for it to get dark so we could go attempt to get some sleep; and ultimately waited for the alarm to awake us at 1:30 am, so we could finally do something, anything, begin a summit attempt after 6 days of preparation and patience.
We climbed slowly but steadily, making good time in the cold and dark, stopping every thousand feet for quick water and food breaks, and to warm cold extremities. Around 18,500′ we passed one sick climber who’d tried to ascend too fast, being brought down quickly by his Bolivian guide. Slowly we went on, Ian growing stronger with each jump up in altitude and change of terrain. Gigantic crevasses fell off to either side of the track at times, and although not seen in the darkness, their inevitable yawning, gaping enormity signaling emptiness was felt just the same. Only once we descended in the daylight did the sheer size and depth become revealed to us, and how close we would travel to the edge of these abysses.
Sleep was fitful and restless, with strong winds all night threatening to rip the ramshackle roof off the refugio, and rip the enthusiasm of climbing from our hearts. However, the alarm went off, headlamps went on, coffee was brewed, and we went through the motions of getting dressed for the cold and dark. Crampons clanked around in the dark, the metallic twang of climbing hardware echoing throughout the dark refugio, while occasional quick instructions were mumbled in Spanish and/or English.
At around 19,500′ daylight’s subtle orange and red glow began to creep over the horizon line far to the East, illuminating a thick cloud bank resting far below us over the Yunga Valley in unbelievable shades of red, pink, purple, and orange. With the sun’s warmth, our spirits lifted, cameras came out to capture the fleeting moment of alpenglow, and hands and toes began to warm up. Now, with only 500′ of elevation and a long knife edge ridge with incredible exposure to go, we were close, and feeling strong…..it seemed (barring any
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catastrophic fall from the ridge) we were strong and acclimated enough….we would make it. Most of the normal route on Huayna Potosi is fairly benign climbing, with just moderately steep glacier hiking, though in the frozen midnight air a mis-step could result in a never-ending slide down and off the glacier’s edge or into an ever present looming crevasse. However, the summit ridge is absolutely exhilarating. Steep, narrow climbing at almost 20,000′, with incredible exposure on either side, with over 1000M (3,000′) of air straight down the West Face. A perfect final stretch to the summit, making for a capstone experience to the climb, with the hardest, most focusing, and picturesque climbing coming right at the very end, and necessary to achieve the airy summit. Catching up with the other two climbing parties on the mountain that day, that left before us from the refugio, we passed them ever so precariously on this knife edged ridge, and our timing of leaving a bit later and behind everyone, worked out perfectly as we arrived on the summit shortly after everyone else left. And, able
to enjoy ourselves in the warmth of the sun at over 6000M, having the summit under complete solitude to ourselves for almost an hour was a precious experience, not likely experienced by many climbers on this rightly popular mountain. We had done it….8-days and a 6000M Mountain climbed successfully, and more importantly safely and in good style, with us both feeling strong, happy, and relaxed most of the way. For Ian, a dream achieved. One that started on the slopes of Kilimanjaro not 6 months prior, and now was a reality lived and experienced to its fullest. And for me, a longtime magical place was finally revealed to me, and in the process none of the mystery and dreaminess of my boyhood fantasies was lost or tarnished, instead crystallized into actual hard earned memories. And thankfully, an experience that didn’t have me being gunned down in an abandoned building by the Bolivian army as my childhood heroes were. BY|PHOTOS: CBMG Guide, Jayson Simons-Jones
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Although Powderhorn Mountain Resort celebrated its 45th anniversary last season, many Colorado skiers have never heard of it, let alone skied the mountain. The westernmost resort in Colorado, getting to Powderhorn from Denver requires driving I-70 through Summit County, zipping right by Vail and giving Aspen a pass. So why would Front Range families and those living in larger ski resort towns make the effort to visit Powderhorn? No crowds, no lift lines, an excellent, affordable ski and ride school, and some of the best glade and powder skiing in the state.
By: Kristen Lummis
It’s a Family Thing:
Generations of western slope families learned to ski at Powderhorn and return year after year. With just one base, parents feel comfortable letting their kids roam free, knowing that they can’t get lost. The resort has five lifts, three terrain parks and a tow-served tubing hill. Owners Andy Daly and Ken, Tom and John Gart purchased the resort in October 2011 and immediately invested over $800,000 in upgrades. This year, the improvements continue with the development of new trails, glading and an expansion of the tubing hill. Best of all, they’ve injected a contagious energy into the resort. Powderhorn
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Mountain Resort has always had a friendly, soulful attitude, but with new owners and new energy, there is a palpable sense of optimism. Powderhorn’s best days are ahead. Powderhorn Mountain Resort is located on the north slope of the Grand Mesa, a very large, flat-topped, alpine plateau with forests abundant in healthy pine, fir and aspen. With 1600 vertical feet, 600 acres of groomed trail, endless opportunities for tree skiing, and an average snowfall of over 250 inches, there is no shortage of powder at Powderhorn. In fact, the resort had some of the best and most consistent conditions in Colorado last season.
Go: Powderhorn Mountain Resort is about 230 miles west of Denver off of I-70.
The newest, most luxurious, lodging option is the Wine Country Inn, Palisade. Tucked amongst the vineyards, the Wine Country Inn is about 30 miles from Powderhorn. Book a Ski and Stay package and let the Inn drive you to and from the mountain. An afternoon wine reception and continental breakfast are included. While this sounds rather adult, it is most definitely familyfriendly.
Sleep: The ski-in/ski-out Slopeside Inn at the base of the mountain is the most convenient option with a two-bedroom condo (sleeps up to 10) and suites. Located adjacent to the Slopeside Inn are the Goldenwoods Condominiums with 1, 2 or 3 bedroom units. Fill: If you hope to cook for yourself, plan ahead Powderhorn has two restaurants: the and bring food. There is no grocery store Sunset Grille and Bar in the lodge and the near Powderhorn. Take Four Quad Grille at the top of the main lift. The Take Four Quad Grille is an outdoor
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BBQ and is open on weekends only. The Do: cafeteria-style Sunset Grille is open 8:00 The Ski and Ride Center offers snowboard, a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. The downstairs level alpine and telemark ski lessons for skiers of the lodge has seating and microwaves to and riders of all abilities. Prices for group accomodate brown-baggers. and private lessons are a relative bargain compared to larger resorts and class sizes Nine miles away in the town of Mesa is Blink are usually small. Private family lessons for up to five people are available and the Coffee with handmade pastries, delicious Childrens’ Learning Center offers classes sandwiches, breakfast burritos and coffee for kids between the ages of 3 and 7. Full that will make you forget about looking rentals, including helmets and clothing, are for a Starbuck’s (don’t bother, the nearest available. Starbucks is 40 minutes away). The tubing hill is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, as well as holidays from If you’re staying in Palisade, Inaris Bistro 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Each hour-long has an eclectic Asian Fusion/locovore menu session is limited to 20 people. In addition, that changes seasonally. special events including town races, the 44
annual Telefest, rail jams and more are held on most weekends. Finally, if you’re into cross-country skiing, take a day, or just a few hours, to drive to the top of the Grand Mesa and experience some of the best-groomed crosscountry trails to be found anywhere. The Grand Mesa Nordic Council maintains trail at three locations, the closest to Powderhorn being Skyway. Powderhorn Mountain Resort rents cross-country gear and can point you in the right direction. Snowshoes are also available from the rental shop, but are not allowed on most of the Mesa’s groomed cross-country track. Ask for directions and the inside scoop on finding good trail if you’re a snowshoer, Enjoy!
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Winter Fashio n Get ready for the 2012 - 2013 Season Detailing is the word for winter fashion this season with metallics, leather details, faux fur and fringe in the fore front. This past spring MTN Town Magazine had the opportunity to review the latest fashion trends pushing out into the 2012 Market at Aspen Fashion Week 2012. The winter scene is looking bright and cheery. Color is bold and bright, much like the trend of colored jeans, winter fashion is following suit. We love the vibrant yellows, greens and blue hues walking the runways.
Metallics are rocking pants and jackets alike. Silver sparkles and other colors are sporting some flash as well. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be fooled by these fabrics, high tech fibers in these products will keep you warm and dry while you push though the powder.
That bright Robins egg blue is still popular in the market for both sexes as you can see in all of the photos.
Details are the word this season with contrasting zippers standing out on gear for young and old.
Boots...hundreds of toe warming styles are popping up everywhere. Quilted, furry, leather, metallic, you name it there is a style for you. We especially love the resurgence of Moonboots. This retro product has done some updating and as you can see to the left you can go with the Classic version (available in a multitude of colors and patterns) or with their newer sleeker versions detailed with leather, fur and fabrics.
We love the big warm Astis Mittens with embroidery and fringe too.
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Hats continue to reign making every girl cute and sweet while allowing for the practicality of warmth. Knit, corduroy, felt, brushed cotton and leather are all in style.
Color is in! Bright jewel colors can be boldly worn by both men and women. Plaids are still very popular for the sexes as well. There is still crossover from last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s styles so updating one piece can keep you looking hot in the cold.
Knits for both casual and professional wear have always been part of the market but Krimson Klover puts them together in a fun, sophisticated manner. We love the patterned knit tights paired with their dress designs. That will keep you warm.
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Coffee, undeniably it is one of the world’s most popular beverages. Caffeinated, rich and lovely it can wake us up or wind us down. Folks love it alone and with a friend. It is a highly social beverage that often brings together friends and family for warm conversations. It is definitely part of the fabric of our Colorado mountain town lives. They say people don’t read books anymore and people only communicate via Facebook. This is where the media lies. Up in Colorado’s mountain towns it is hard to find a book store. You will not find a Barnes & Noble here. Borders, that once graced Summit County with its presence is gone, an empty shell of a big box. Thank goodness for the library. But what about buying a book? I have profiled two literary locations that you can buy a book and a cup of coffee…or tea. Now this is social media.
Between the Covers Bookstore and High Alpine Coffee Bar - Telluride These owners are not afraid of electronic media and believe in the printed word. It is all about books when you walk through the front doors of Between the Covers Bookstore. The store is like a long beautiful breezeway with floor to ceiling book shelves packed with great titles of fiction, biographies, cooking, self help, do-it-yourself and more. I loved how their lighting illuminated the area. It makes you want to stop and slow down for just a little bit. Pulling you along the hall is that great scent of brewing java and fresh baked goodies – the High Alpine Coffee Bar sits at the back of the Bookstore and offers plenty of seating along with a small alfresco deck with tables and chairs. A great event calendar will fill your schedule as Book Author signings, Poetry discussions, Coffee Talks for the young and old are open to the public. Another cool opportunity is their availability to host private parties, small business meetings, birthday parties and even bachelorette parties. Where are they? 224 West Colorado Avenue, in the center of Telluride, Colorado. Give them a ring or pull up their website: www.Between-the-Covers.com
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Off the Beaten Path Bookstore Steamboat Off the Beaten Path is a lovely independent bookstore that greets you with calm, the newest literary releases and a coffee bar complete with adult beverages. A Baileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with coffee was irresistible as I settled in for some time up in their second floor book loft. Perched from above I observed the comings and goings of area college students, retired locals catching up with the Sunday newspaper and ski and snowboarders rolling off the hill. More than a bookstore, Off the Beaten Path Bookstore is a hub for events. Book
Author Signings, Poetry Readings, Literary Discussions, Art & Wine Events, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reading Festivals, as well as Breakfast in the Books parties. Even cowboys come here to find a book to read. Find them in person - Off The Beaten Path, 68 9th Street, Steamboat Springs, CO. 80487. Give them a ring: (970) 879-6830 toll free (800) 898-6830 or discover them on the web: www.Steamboatbooks.com
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Little Cambodia
Authentic Asian Cuisine in Salida Good things come in small packages and this little restaurant in Salida, Colorado is a true gift. I had the opportunity to drop in at FibArk last year and have been dreaming about getting back ever since. Finally!
and mint. Try their Bun – rice noodle salads with choices of meats, spring rolls and more. Are you salivating?
This unpretentious restaurant started as a farmer’s market food cart but demand for This surprising little restaurant on North F owner Phanny Jones’s beautiful cuisine enticed Street, Downtown Salida, cooks up handmade her to open this relatively new restaurant. authentic Asian cuisine. Hot Pho with a The food is amazing, the service is warm and flavorful yet delicate broth, lovely noodles and friendly and I think it is worth a “Shout It from fresh vegetables is what brought me back. Their the Mountaintops!” menu and daily specials make you wish you had To get there follow F Street towards the more than one stomach. Arkansas River, they are in the last building on Cambodian Fried Rice, Papaya Salad, Sticky the right before East Sackett Street and Salida’s Rice with Fruit, Steamed pork dumplings freshly town park. Give them a ring if you are lost made, Thai Beef Salad and Seaweed Salad, (719) 539-6599. Little Cambodia, 135 N F Street, Cambodian Chicken Curry served over rice Salida, Colorado 81201. noodles, topped with bean sprouts, peanuts
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