Explore Steamboat, Winter 2008-09 by Steamboat Pilot & Today

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Inside Steamboat’s Top 10 ...................................10

Take on skiing or snowboarding ..............12 Discover snowshoeing ..............................13 Winter’s best events...................................14 Go ice ﬁsh .................................................18 Zoom around on a snowmobile ...............20 Too cold? Stay indoors ..............................22 Where to dine ............................................23 What to do.................................................31 Where to stay ............................................41 Where to shop ...........................................46 Where to socialize .....................................54 Steamboat map.........................................56

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things to do in Steamboat [ I N N O PA R T I C U L A R O R D E R ]

Play in the woods

Wondering what that white animal with the black-tipped tail was that just ran under your chairlift, or why the aspens are so evenly spaced? Hook up with Yampatika (www.yampatika.org, 970-8719151) for free guided snowshoe tours of Fish Creek Falls and Emerald Mountain. The Steamboat Ski Area also offers guided snowshoe tours of Mount Werner.

Après ski Every day of skiing should end slopeside with a beer and appetizers, right? We couldn’t agree more. Slopeside Grill is a good start, and lucky for you, it offers ski-in, sit-down access. Try the White Out pizza, fresh out of their Italian brick oven. If you’re the adventurous type, add barbecue chicken.

Eat up Head for breakfast in Old Town, referred to by all as “downtown” Steamboat Springs (remember, “Main Street” in Steamboat is Lincoln Avenue, aka U.S. Highway 40). Once you hit the street, it’s hard to say no to the Frisbee-sized homemade cinnamon rolls that billow off the plates at Winona’s Restaurant and Bakery (617 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2483).

Experience the Howelsen Heritage

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Head for Howelsen, the city-owned ski hill that lights up at night. Howelsen Hill offers skiing, tubing and a terrain park. If you’re feeling particularly courageous, launch off the progression of Howelsen’s six Nordic ski jumps at the gelande sessions on Tuesday nights (970-879-0695). EXPLORESTEAMBOAT.COM

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Time to soak Now that you’ve soaked Steamboat in, it’s time to soak in Steamboat. Old Town Hot Springs, near Third Street and Lincoln Avenue, provides the most convenient soaking option in town and a little excitement with its recently remodeled pools and pair of 230foot slides (www.oldtownhotsprings. org, 970-879-1828). If you have time, the seven-mile trip to Strawberry Park Hot Springs north of town on Routt County Road 36 is well worth the trip. Four-wheel drive cars are needed to get to the springs.

Hit Happy Hour Steamboat restaurants and bars offer drinks to quench any thirst. We recommend the margaritas at Cantina Mexican restaurant, but you can’t go wrong with a locally brewed pint at Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill or a martini in the antique charm of Antares’ lounge.

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Howl at the moon Unleash your inner wolf. Outﬁtters like Rocky Mountain Ventures will take you into the backcountry with Full Moon Shoe tours. Yampatika also offers Moonlight Snowshoe tours on Emerald Mountain. And if you’re a high-rolling powderhound, Steamboat Powdercats has Moonlight Descents that combine killer snowcat skiing/riding and a three-course dinner in their cozy Buffalo Mountain cabin.

Step on the accelerator Powder isn’t only for skiing and snowboarding. Northwest Colorado is gaining a reputation for having some of the best snowmobile terrain in the world — and the fluffiest snow to blast through. Experience it yourself with a guided trip from Steamboat Snowmobile Tours or Steamboat Lake Outfitters.

Look back Revel in downtown Steamboat’s historic past. The Tread of Pioneers Museum (on the northwest corner of Eighth and Oak streets) will leave you feeling like a fourth-generation local. You just might impress your ski instructor or your new friends at the bar with your newfound knowledge of local history. Call the museum at 970-879-2214 for more details.

Eat again You’re on vacation, right? As long as you’re working off calories on the slopes, you might as well indulge in some hedonistic fare. Steamboat’s got you covered. For a quick, budget-friendly meal, try a monster burrito at locals’ favorite Azteca Taqueria. For a more relaxed, multi-course meal, indulge your appetite at Cottonwood Grill on the banks of the Yampa River. WINTER 2008-09 EXPLORE STEAMBOAT | 11

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ON THE SLOPES OF MOUNT WERNER

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From its humble beginnings at the hard-working hands of a small group of dedicated ranchers, the Steamboat Ski Area has always stood out among its Rocky Mountain peers. Accentuated by its legendary tree skiing and trademark champagne powder, the slopes of Mount Werner offer a skiing and snowboarding experience on par with just about any ski area in the world. Then consider that snowfall totals have surpassed 400 inches during two of the past three winters, and you’ll be pleased you booked your vacation in Steamboat Springs. The record-setting winter of 2007-08 dumped 489 inches of snow on Mount Werner, including three consecutive months of 100-plus inches of snow (December, January and February). Locals won’t soon forget the 58 powder days of 4-plus inches of snow. “We had so much snow ... (that) even the local red-blooded powderhounds started to get tired,” quipped Chris Diamond, president and chief operating ofﬁcer of Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. At a lot of resorts, fresh snow is quickly “tracked out” by eager skiers and riders. That inevitable process is delayed at the Steamboat Ski Area, thanks to its 2,965 skiable acres — making it one of the largest ski areas in Colorado. Mount Werner has 3,668 feet of vertical gain and 165 named trails. Fourteen percent are for beginners, 42 percent for intermediate skiers and riders and 44 percent for all you advanced riders. Skiers and riders who like spending time launching off kickers and hitting rails won’t be disappointed with the terrain park, highlighted by Mavericks Superpipe — a 500-foot long halfpipe with 18-foot walls and 22-foot transitions. The nearly 12-acre terrain park offers features for skiers and riders of all abilities and ages. Excited? Just make sure you get to the mountain early to maximize your day. The ski area’s lifts open between 8:30 and 9 am, with the gondola taking its ﬁrst passengers at 8:30 am. Most lifts stop service at 3:30 pm. The ski area has made strides to increase uphill capacity in recent years, most notably

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with the addition of the Christie Peak Express and Sunshine Express chairlifts. Return visitors might notice the redesign of the beginner trails on Headwall, a change made to make the mountain’s lower slopes friendlier and more organized for new skiers and riders. The change pairs well with Steamboat’s award-winning Ski and Snowboard School, which includes six Olympian instructors. The Kids’ Vacation Center has a variety of programs for kids of all ages, and is one reason Steamboat was named the No. 1 Family Resort in the West for the sixth straight year by SKI magazine. On-mountain facilities include Thunderhead, Rendezvous Saddle and the Four Points Hut. Each offers a variety of food and beverages. Fine dining can be found at Hazie’s and Ragnar’s. Food and drink aside, there’s no better way to end a day on the slopes than with quality live music and a pitcher of beer. The ski area hosts the Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat concert series, as well as the Steamboat MusicFest and Ski Jam. Other special events take place at the base area throughout the ski season. Visit www.steamboatpilot.com or www. steamboat.com for calendars and more information.

Try

Cross-country skiing

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Need a break from downhill skiing? Or perhaps you want to get away from the crowds and the noise and into the backcountry? Sounds like you might be interested in cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. Either option presents an energizing, unique way to experience Routt County’s abundant snowfall and beautiful natural surroundings. The Steamboat Springs Nordic Council is intent on making the Yampa Valley a destination for cross-country skiing. That means vacationers who want to take a day off from the Alpine slopes have more flexibility than ever. The valley is home to five diverse Nordic touring areas, not including the marked trails on Rabbit Ears Pass. Nordic centers in the valley stretch from Catamount Ranch in the south to Vista Verde Guest Ranch and Steamboat Lake State Park in the north. Of course, there’s excellent skiing right in town, including the Steamboat Ski Touring Center, with expertly groomed trails and daily lessons at Rollingstone Ranch Golf Course on Clubhouse Drive. The trails criss-cross Fish Creek, where snow-pillows dot the stream bed. There are good beginner options on the trails at Howelsen Hill, but experts also will be challenged by the hilly routes that have hosted international competitions. Resident aerobic warriors pound the trails on Emerald Mountain behind Howelsen. Anyone who can walk can enjoy cross-country skiing at the rudimentary level, but the advent of new equipment is helping many people accelerate the learning process. Shorter skis are available for both the traditional diagonal stride style of skiing as well as the flashier skating technique. If the touring centers don’t offer adequate adventure, wellequipped and experienced skiers will find nine cross-country and snowshoe trails on Rabbit Ears Pass in the Routt National Forest

ranging from 1.6 to 7 miles. The trails are marked by blue diamond emblems that are nailed to posts and trees along the routes. Informal maps can be picked up at the Hahn’s Peak Ranger District in the large building on east U.S. Highway 40, roughly across from the Holiday Inn. Skiers on Rabbit Ears Pass should carry backpacks with topographic maps and a compass, emergency supplies and extra clothing. Visitors from lower elevations may have to make adjustments in their itineraries to account for elevations above 9,000 feet on Rabbit Ears. Snowshoeing options abound, too. Whether it’s a walk at Steamboat Lake State Park or a run on Rabbit Ears Pass, snowshoeing is an activity for all ages and ﬁtness levels. Many snowshoers, particularly those unfamiliar with the backcountry and the area, prefer to stay near well-marked and groomed trails. Snowshoers are reminded to stay to the sides of groomed Nordic trails used for cross country skiing. Locals and tourists alike can take advantage of a number of trails in the far corners of Routt, Moffat, Grand, Jackson and Rio Blanco counties, although people are asked to be respectful of the deer and elk that winter in the backcountry of Northwest Colorado. Popular places to snowshoe are on Emerald Mountain, which overlooks downtown Steamboat Springs; Steamboat Lake State Park; Rabbit Ears Pass, a haven for winter sport enthusiasts; and the Steamboat Ski Area, which offers toured snowshoe hikes. All that’s required to snowshoe are a pair of semi-waterproof hiking boots, warm socks, winter clothing and a pair of snowshoes. It also might be wise to bring a camera. Snowshoes are available to buy and rent from almost every outdoor sporting goods store in Steamboat Springs.

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WINTER calendar

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5 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Holiday Concert, 7 pm at Moffat County High School, Craig, www.steamboatorchestra.org.

15-24 — 14th annual Festival of Trees, 11 am-5 pm daily, public viewings of 26 decorated trees created by local businesses, students and nonproﬁts on display throughout the Tread of Pioneers Museum, free to Routt County residents, 970879-2214.

6 — Cowboy Christmas, annual fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of Craig features an evening of dinner, dancing, casino games and silent and live auctions, 6 pm, 970-8260411.

26 — Steamboat Ski Area opens its season with the annual Scholarship Day, beneﬁting the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club.

6 — Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Ski Ball, cocktails, dinner, dancing and live auction, visit www.sswsc.org for more details.

27 — Routt County United Way Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Steamboat Springs Community Center, 1-5 pm, 970-879-5605.

6 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Holiday Concert, 8 pm at the Steamboat Christian Center, www.steamboatorchestra.org.

28 — The annual lighting of the Steamboat Springs community tree is from 6-7 pm on the Routt County Courthouse lawn. The event will feature Santa Claus arriving by sleigh, singing of traditional carols by the Emerald City Jewel Singers, hot cider and drawings for Downtown Dollars. 970-846-1800. 29 — Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, 6:30 pm at 725 W. Jefferson Ave., Hayden.

December 4 — Emerald City Opera Resident Artist Spotlight Series concert featuring vocalist Pam Pierce, 7 pm at the United Methodist Church, www.steamboatopera.com. 5 — Friday opening art reception, 5-8 pm at The Depot Art Center, 1001 13th St., Steamboat Invitational Teapot Exhibit in Main Gallery, water colorists in Emerging Artists Gallery, www.steamboatspringsarts.com. 5 — The Haven Christmas Open House, 5-8 pm at the Haven Assisted Living Center, 300 S. Shelton Lane, Hayden.

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6 — 21st Annual Holidays in the Rockies, an annual holiday artisan market featuring 50 local and regional artisan vendors selling hand-crafted items, 9 am-4 pm Christian Heritage School, 27285 Brandon Circle (west of town off U.S. Hwy 40), www.steamboatspringsarts.com. 6 — Nordic Combined Winter Start regional ski jumping competition, Howelsen Hill, www.sswsc.org. 7 — Christmas Tree Auction, 1 pm at the Routt County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, Hayden. 7 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Holiday Concert at 3 pm at the Steamboat Christian Center, www.steamboatorchestra. org. 11 — Town Challenge Kick Off Party and Pre-registration, 5-7 pm, Steamboat Smokehouse, 970-879-0695. 12 — Steamboat Art Museum Clyde Aspevig exhibit opening reception, free to the public, 5-8 pm, www.steamboatartmuseum.com. 13 — Painting demonstration with Clyde Aspevig, 10:30 am at

the Steamboat Art Museum, $20 for non-members, $15 for members, www.steamboatartmuseum.com.

16-18 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts the Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps, celebrating its 25th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and up, visit www. steamboat.com. 17 — Holiday Lights Tour, hosted and judged by the Hayden Chamber of Commerce, 7 pm at the Haven Assisted Living Center, 300 S. Shelton Lane, Hayden. 19 — Rail Rodeo, watch freestyle skiers jib it up at the Steamboat Ski Area base. 21 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 1, 15K and 7.5K 10 am at Latigo Ranch, www.steamboatxcski.org. 21-23 — Holiday Classic FIS Alpine skiing men’s and women’s slalom races at Howelsen Hill, www.sswsc.org. 26 — Ski Haus 15K classic race, 10 am at the Lake Catamount Touring Center, www.steamboatxcski.org. 28 — Holiday Gala Concert, Carnegie Mellon Trio, 6:30 pm, Strings Music Pavilion, www.stringsmusicfestival.com. 29 — Holiday Youth Concert, at the Strings Music Pavilion, www.stringsmusicfestival.com. 30 — Local ice skating exhibition at the Howelsen Ice Arena, 5:45-6:45 pm 31 — New Year’s Relay, at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center, www.nordicski.net, 970-897-8180. 31 — New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks, the Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School treats tourists and locals to on-snow parades down the mountain lit only by torches and a ﬁreworks display.

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31 — New Year’s Eve Emerald Ball featuring the Mike Lewis Big Band, 9 pm-1 am, Steamboat Sheraton Resort Ballroom, www.steamboatopera.com.

January 2 — First Friday art reception, 5-8 pm at The Depot Art Center, 1001 13th St., Steamboat Invitational Teapot Exhibit in the Main Gallery, Alice in Wonderland Mural in the Emerging Artists Gallery, www.steamboatspringsarts.com. 3 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 2, 10 am at Steamboat Ski Touring Center, www.steamboatxcski.org. 3 —Jax Snowshoe and Ski Romp winter demo day for skis and snowshoes in Gould, www.northparkchamber.com. 4 — Town Challenge Kombi race, 1 pm at Steamboat Ski Area, 970-879-0695. 5-10 — 10th annual MusicFest at Steamboat, tent festival features six days of 18 Texas and Americana bands, free après ski concerts, evening concerts and special engagements throughout the week, www.bigskitrip.com. 8 — Town Challenge giant slalom race, 7 pm Howelsen Hill, 970-879-0695. 9 to 11 — Rocky Mountain regional freestyle skiing moguls event, Steamboat Ski Area, Voo Doo course, www.sswsc.org. 10-11 — Race to the Cup Alpine snowboard races at Howelsen Hill, www.sswsc.org. 10-11 — Lake John/Cowdrey Lake Ice Fishing Contest, 6 am-5 pm Saturday, 6 am to noon Sunday, www.northparkchamber.com. 12-17 — Ski Jam VI with renowned jam bands perform at the Steamboat Ski Area base Jam Tent, offering a huge stage, full-service bar and beer garden, www.steamboat.com. 13-15 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts the Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps, celebrating its 25th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and up, www.steamboat. com. 15 — Winter Encore! Jason Vieaux performs, Strings Music Pavilion, www.stringsmusicfestival.com.

16-18 — Steamboat Family Snow Festival, fourth annual festival with activities, entertainment and a special family afternoon concert. Performing children’s music, www. steamboat.com. 17-18 — Snocross snowmobile races at the Lake John Resort, www.northparkchamber.com. 18 — Music of the Beatles with Jeans n’ Classics, 4 pm and 8 pm at Steamboat Springs High School, www.steamboatorchestra.org.

7 — Delaney Butte Lakes Ice Fishing Contest, www.northparkchamber.com. 7 — State Forest State Park moonlight skiing open house, 970-723-8366.

18 — Winter Senior Social, 1 pm at the Hayden Community Center.

10-12 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts the Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps, celebrating its 25th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and up, www.steamboat. com.

18-24 — 20th Steamboat Weather Summit brings together television weathercasters from across the nation. 20 — 35th annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill, watch more than 100 pro cowboys drink Bud Light, race fast and crash hard. 24 — North Park Snow Snakes Snowmobile Club Poker Run in Gould, 970-723-8366. 29 — Town Challenge slalom race, 7 pm at Howelsen Hill, 970-879-0695. 31 — Craig Concert Association free local talent show, 7:30 pm in the Moffat County High School Auditorium, Craig. 31 — Ron Sessions Memorial Frosty Pines Golf Tournament, 10 am-3 pm at the Walden Reservoir, 970-723-4404. 31-Feb. 1 — Smartwool Series Alpine ski races, Saturday Giant Slalom at Steamboat Ski Area and Sunday Slalom at Howelsen Hill, www.sswsc.org.

February 4-8 — 96th annual Winter Carnival is in downtown Steamboat Springs. Cost is $7 for a winter carnival button and proceeds beneﬁt the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club. The carnival is highlighted by weekend events including ski jumping competitions, a Nordic sprint, a snowboard jam session, a tubing party, a vintage biathlon, a Night Extravaganza with ﬁreworks display and the famous Lighted Man along with the marquee, horse-drawn street events

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6 — First Friday opening art reception, 5-8 pm at The Depot Art Center, 1001 13th St., www.steamboatspringsarts.com.

18 — Town Challenge Super-G race, 1 pm at the Steamboat Ski Area, 970-879-0695.

18 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 3, 10 am at Steamboat Lake, www.steamboatxcski.org.

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(street slalom, ski joring, ring and spear) and capped off by the Diamond Hitch Parade featuring the Steamboat Springs High School marching band, playing while skiing on a snow-covered Lincoln Avenue, visit www.sswsc.org, 970-879-0695.

14 — Valentine’s Torchlight Parade & Fireworks at Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com. 14 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 4, 10 am, www. steamboatxcski.org. 14 — Town Challenge giant slalom race, 1 pm at Steamboat Ski Area, 970-879-0695. 14 — Craig Concert Association Post Comedy Theatre, 7:30 pm in the Moffat County High School Auditorium, Craig, $20. 14 — Hayden Parks and Rec Annual Sledding Party, 1 pm at the Hayden Valley Elementary School ski hill. 14— Steamboat Springs Orchestra Soiree, 5 pm at the Steamboat Springs Community Center, www.steamboatorchestra. org. 14 — Valentine’s Day Progressive Dinner, Strings Music Pavilion, www.stringsmusicfestival.com. 15 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Soiree, 5 pm at the Steamboat Springs Community Center, www.steamboatorchestra. org. 14-15 — Wyman’s fourth annual Winter Festival featuring ice carvers, Antique Snowmobile Show and race, enduro snow machine racing (vintage, pros and amateur), chili cookoff, guides and outﬁtters camp cookoff. Cross-country ski track on site and sled hill for the kids with fastest sled contest and cardboard box derby. 18-22 — USCSA regional collegiate slalom and giant slalom

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races hosted by the Colorado Mountain College Alpine ski team, at Howelsen Hill, www.sswsc.org. 19 — Emerald City Opera Outstanding Artist Recital Series concert featuring German bassist Derrick Ballard, 7 pm, www.steamboatopera.com. 20 — Rail Rodeo at Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com. 21 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 5, 9 am at Lake Catamount Touring Center, www.steamboatxcski.org. 21-22 — Snocross snowmobile races at the Lake John Resort, www.northparkchamber.com. 22 — Spring Ranch Rodeo at the Jackson County fairgrounds in Walden, www.northparkchamber.com 26-March 1 — U.S. Telemark Nationals, Howelsen Hill, www. sswsc.org. 27-March 1 — Wooden Ski Rendezvous, hosted by Friends of the Routt Backcountry at the Columbine Cabins in North Routt County, 970-879-5522. 28 — Gould Ski Scramble and Snowshoe Stomp at State Forest State Park Visitor Center, 970-723-8366. 28 — Kremmling Snowmobile Drag Race is tentatively set for Feb. 28, www.kremmlingchamber.com.

March 1 — Snow Express for MS annual fundraiser race for the Jimmie Heuga Center beneﬁting patients of multiple sclerosis. 2 — Craig Concert Association Synergy Brass Quintet, 7:30 pm at the Moffat County High School Auditorium, Craig, $20.

Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps, celebrating its 25th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and up, www.steamboat. com. 5-7 — 37th annual concert for Steamboat Dance Theatre, Steamboat Springs High School auditorium, tickets available at All That jazz and at the door. 6 — First Friday opening art reception, 5-8 pm at The Depot Art Center, 1001 13th St., www.steamboatspringsarts.com. 7 — State Forest State Park moonlight skiing open house, 970-723-8366. 7 — Town Challenge giant slalom race, 1 pm at Steamboat Ski Area, 970-879-0695. 7 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at 3 pm at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base, www.steamboat.com. 8 — Town Challenge slalom race, 1 pm at Steamboat Ski Area, 970-879-0695. 10 — Moonlight snowshoe on Emerald Mountain with Yampatika, 8-10 pm, meet at the base of Howelsen Hill, 970-871-9151. 12-13 — Town Challenge slalom and giant slalom race ﬁnale, 7 pm at Howelsen Hill, 970-879-0695. 13-15 — Nordic Combined and Special Jumping North American Junior Championships and Western Regional Championships, Howelsen Hill, visit www.sswsc.org for more details. 14 — 5th annual North Routt Coureur des Bois 45K and 90K ski marathon and ultramarathon, www.steamboatxcski. org.

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14 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base, 3 pm, www.steamboat.com. 17 — St. Patrick’s Day Torchlight and Fireworks show at the Steamboat Ski Area, www.steamboat.com. 19-22 — Colorado Junior Ski Cup, giant slalom races Tuesday and Friday, slalom races Saturday and Sunday, at Howelsen Hill, www.sswsc.org. 20-21 — Vegas Style Ice Show featuring local talent as national and international guest skaters, 7-8 pm at the Howelsen Ice Arena. 21 — Big Shooter Bonk 15K, 30K and 60K cross-country ski races at Latigo Ranch, www.latigotrails.com. 21 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski area gondola base, 3 pm, www.steamboat.com. 24 — Emerald City Opera Resident Artist Spotlight Series concert featuring pianist Andy Pratt at United Methodist Church, www.steamboatopera.com. 26 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base, 7 pm, www.steamboat.com. 26 — Craig Concert Association Small Town Stories — Neil Hagberg, 7:30 pm in the Moffat County High School Auditorium, Craig, $20. 26-29 — NASTAR National Championships, bringing more than 1,400 skiing and snowboarding NASTAR racers to the Steamboat Ski Area.

4 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Season Finale, 8 pm at the Steamboat Christian Center, www.steamboatorchestra.org.

April

5 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Season Finale, 3 pm at the Steamboat Christian Center, www.steamboatorchestra.org.

11 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base, 3 pm, www.steamboat.com.

3 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Season Final, 7 pm at Moffat County High School, www.steamboatorchestra.org.

9 — Moonlight snowshoe on Emerald Mountain with Yampatika, 8-10 pm meet at the base of Howelsen Hill, 970-871-9151.

12 — Steamboat Ski Area closing day, featuring the judged Splashdown Pond Skimming Competition at the ski area base.

11 — 29th annual SmartWool Cardboard Classic, Steamboat Ski Area races of homemade crafts constructed only from

12 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base, 3 pm, www.steamboat.com.

4 — Bud Light Rocks the Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski area gondola base, 3 pm, www.steamboat.com.

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Fish

Dave Shively | Explore Steamboat

Just because snow and ice cover area streams, rivers and lakes doesn’t mean the fish aren’t biting. In fact, some experienced local anglers say winter fishing is one of their favorite times of year to cast a line in the Yampa River and other local water bodies. After all, winter doesn’t mean fish stop feasting. “Their metabolism slows down, but they’re still feeding,” Colorado Division of Wildlife fisheries biologist Bill Atkinson said. This simple feeding fact drives the ample year-round fishing opportunities in the upper Yampa River drainage. For those looking to fly-fish the rivers, finding open, moving river water provides the challenge and, in the case of the Yampa’s tailwaters beneath the Stagecoach Reservoir dam, the reward. With consistent water temperatures, the Stagecoach tailwaters yield plenty of bug life (think midge hatches) to sustain substantial trout numbers even in the dead of winter. The trick is that the vehicle access gate to enter the prime location through Stagecoach State Park remains closed until April 1. Due to the hike (or ski/shoe) down the plowed road, the closure keeps weekday angler pressure down. Most Steamboat-area fly shops offer walk/wade day trips to the area by providing snowmobile access to guests. “Fly fishing has become more and more popular, and there’s more and more people

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who would want to do it in the winter,” said Bruce Lee, one of the owners of Steamboat’s Straightline Sports. “We used to do very few trips in late February to March, now we average anywhere from two to 10 groups a week.” Other high-quality tailwaters sections to consider — ones with simpler public access but longer drives — include the Upper Colorado River beneath the Williams Fork Reservoir dam (east of Kremmling), the Blue River below the Dillon Reservoir (Silverthorne) and the Green River beneath the Flaming Gorge Dam (northeast Utah). For those unwilling to go the distance or to use a guide to outwit crafty ﬁsh lurking in these popular, often technical sections, winter brings huge vol-

umes of the area’s public waters to the people in the form of ice fishing. Although some outfitters offer guided ice fishing, ice fishermen are, for the most part, left to their own auger-drilling. “Everybody has their own technique for what they’re using,” Atkinson said, suggesting mealworm-tipped jigs to ice-fish the rainbow trout he stocks in Stagecoach Reservoir. Other top area ice fishing options include Steamboat Lake, Elkhead Reservoir, Lake Avery (19 miles east of Meeker) and Wolford Mountain Reservoir outside of Kremmling, where hundreds of statewide competitors will gather Feb. 14 for a share of the thousands of dollars in prize money in their 12th annual contest.

Ice ﬁshing reports

DOW fees

Contact local state parks ofﬁces (Steamboat Lake and Pearl Lake State Parks, 970-879-3922; Stagecoach State Park, 970-736-2436) to get ice condition reports and stocking updates as well as information on live bait restrictions, which often differ from regulations along Colorado’s Eastern Plains.

Species license: Resident, Nonresident ($5 Habitat Stamp required on every license) Fishing (annual, 16 and older): $26 resident, $56 nonresident Fishing (5-day): N/A, $21 Fishing (1-day) $9, $9

Check www.wildlife.state.co.us/ﬁshing for links to the latest ﬁshing reports and ice conditions and a list of licensing agents.

For information about area guides, shops and outﬁtters, see the Activities and Shopping directories in this issue of Explore Steamboat magazine.

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Although “Champagne Powder” is a registered trademark of the Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp., it’s not just skiers and snowboarders who revel in the area’s world-famous snow. The snowy mountains of the Park Range attract thousands of snowmobilers each winter, from novices looking for a new experience on a commercial tour to the sport’s most elite and dedicated riders. Don’t be surprised to spend a day sharing Rabbit Ears Pass terrain with Winter X Games athletes stocking footage for their next film segment — although there’s no guarantee you’ll drop the same cliffs or clear the same climbs. The co-producers of one of the industry’s top film production companies, Compound Films (makers of “Slednecks X” and “Slednecks XI”), base their operation on the west side of Rabbit Ears just outside of Steamboat Springs. Chris Burandt, 2007 Winter X Games snowmobile freestyle gold medalist, bases his new personally guided snowmobile operation, Burandt’s Back Country Adventure, on the east side of the pass, in Kremmling. For machine-riding greenhorns, outfitters across the valley can provide chances for riders to experience everything from open meadows and diverse down-valley terrain west of Steamboat (Saddleback Ranch, Elkhorn Outfitters and Majestic Trophy Outfitters) to the timbered, Alpine terrain of the high country near Steamboat (Steamboat Snowmobile Tours and High Mountain Tours). Kent Foster, recreation program manager with the U.S. Forest Service Hahn’s Peak-Bears Ears Ranger District, pointed out the collaboration of various snowmobile organizations that receive grants from the Colorado Snowmobile Association to groom a vast network of trails throughout North-

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west Colorado. The Routt Powder Riders (www.routtpowderriders. com) groom more than 100 miles of trails on Rabbit Ears and Buffalo passes. Steamboat Lake Snow Club does the grooming around Steamboat Lake, north of Columbine to the Wyoming border and west to where it meets with trails groomed by the Northwest Colorado Snowmobile Club (NOWECOS), which maintains 105 miles of groomed trails in the Black Mountain and California Park areas of the Elkhead Mountain Range north of Craig. In addition, the White River Snowmobile Club marks, grooms and maintains 178 miles of snowmobile trails in eastern Rio Blanco County. “Between these volunteer clubs, they’re really grooming all of the winter recreation stuff — that’s a nice amenity for snowmobilers,” Foster said. “You’ll even see some people skate skiing on those groomed trails, too.” With multi-use in mind, Foster reminded snowmobilers that while Nordic skiers can use their trails, riders must respect key non-motorized areas such as the west summit (Routt County side) of Rabbit Ears Pass.

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Be prepared Maps of the trail systems, highlighting critical elk and deer winter range and motorized and non-motorized boundaries, are available at the Forest Service district office at 925 Weiss Drive in Steamboat (970-870-2299) and at the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association visitors center at 1255 S. Lincoln Ave. Season pass permits for the Buffalo Pass Backcountry Winter Recreation Area also are available at the Forest Service office. There is no fee to use the area, or for the permits, but each user is required to obtain one at the Dry Lake Campground trailhead or at the office. Off-highway vehicles operating on any public lands or trails in Colorado, including snowmobiles, must be registered or permitted for Colorado use by Colorado State Parks. Out-ofstate residents must purchase a $25 Colorado non-resident OHV permit. Resident registration (residents must register annually) locations include various OHV dealers or any Colorado State Parks location. Non-resident permits are available online, at State Parks offices or anywhere Colorado hunting and fishing licenses are sold . Visit www.staythetrail.org for more details, as well as trail resources, maps and links to the Colorado State Parks registration Web site.

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Stay inside Metropolitan Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas offers stadium seating in the Wildhorse Marketplace off Mount Werner Road. Of course, there’s always the book versions as well at the recently remodeled Bud Werner Memorial Library. It might be the best small-town library you’ve ever stepped foot in.

You knew you were vacationing in a ski town, but you still weren’t prepared for the cold and snow. Now you need a day away from the elements. No problem. Here’s a quick guide to give you some ideas for activities that (mostly) involve a roof over your head. For a complete list of local activities, ﬂip to our Activities Guide on page 32.

Add more water.

Get cultured.

If you’re downtown on Lincoln Avenue and Eighth Street, pop into the free Steamboat Art Museum and check out the latest exhibit. There are a host of other art galleries in the downtown district. As long as you’re on Eighth, head one block north to Oak Street for a look at the Tread of Pioneers Museum’s special exhibit, “Cows, Coal and Commerce: 100 Years of the Moffat Railroad in Steamboat Springs,” as well as the new computer-based interactive exhibit comprised of historic ﬁlm footage, classic interviews with locals and historical photos revealing Steamboat’s dynamic past. “We’ve been working hard to put this exhibit together for over a year and a half and I’m so excited to share all this historic footage with the community,” museum curator Katie Peck said. “Come check it out, you never know, you might just learn something you never knew about Steamboat Springs.”

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Perhaps the cure to what ails you involves either much colder water or much hotter water. Head to Howelsen Ice Arena (call the info line at 970-879-0341 to make sure afternoon open-skate sessions are available), or to Old Town Hot Springs for a 98- to 103-degree soak in three newly renovated hot spring mineral pools.

Mind the mind and body.

Tread of Pioneers Museum

Take a seat.

If on-screen blockbuster explosions are more your bag, Steamboat has two movie theaters. The Carmike Chief Plaza 4 Theater is right next to the Steamboat Art Museum, and the newer, six-screen

Find a creative outlet at the Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym or get your ﬁx at craftspeciﬁc activity centers with a knitting class at The Fiber Exchange or pottery painting at The Potter’s Wheel. If you’re looking for a little more exercise, consider one of the 12 lanes at Snow Bowl, the six indoor cushioned hard courts in the Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs or the pair of swinghitting bays at Golf Etc.

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The local restaurant landscape hasn’t stopped changing since Sandy Evans Hall started working for the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association in 1985. Eateries have opened and closed, come and gone, but the one consistent is the wide range of options for hungry residents and visitors. And now there’s much more Steamboat fare to promote. “I think the selection is very diverse in that there’s so much more to choose from, and the quality has risen as well,” said Evans Hall, now the chamber’s executive director. “In general, the best places were the steakhouses, which were all pretty similar — you’d get a salad, prime rib, seafood maybe. “Since then, we’ve gotten some really unique cuisine options, from Asian, Paciﬁc Rim places like Cottonwood Grill or sushi

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at Saketumi to fun places like Slopeside (Grill), Creekside (Café and Grill) and Winona’s.” The growth has been especially welcome in the breakfast/brunch options. The proof is in the Sunday-morning lines that build up outside of popular breakfast/lunch joints like Freshies and longtime Lincoln Avenue ﬁxtures such as The Shack Café. It’s not all early morning omelets and eggs Benedict dishes. From fresh mahimahi and oysters on the half shell to foie gras and ﬁne wines from knowledgeable sommeliers, the selection has grown on the exquisite end of the dining spectrum as well. Downtown dining staples such as Harwigs/L’apogee continue to be popular, as do mountain area establishments such as Three Peaks Grill and Café Diva. But Steamboat is still a Colorado moun-

tain town where you can get away with dining out in blue jeans and find plenty of options for a thick steak and fresh trout (try 8th Street Steakhouse, where you can grill your own) or Mexican dishes served up at places like Rio Grand Mexican Restaurant and Tequila’s. Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill offers a selection of upper-end entrées on a middle-class budget, and the Old Town Pub has a menu that includes juicy pub burgers and pan-seared yellowfin tuna. If you’re looking for something quick without sacrificing the quality, check out The Epicurean, a signature French bistro between Eighth and Ninth streets on Oak Street. The bottom line: It’s hard to go wrong when dining out in Steamboat Springs. No matter the size of your appetite or budget, there’s a restaurant to suit your needs.

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Dining Guide ❱❱ Steamboat Amante • $ Casual, trendy and hip, Amante is an Italian

30065 Waters Edge Trail, 970-871-9229, www. catamountranchclub.com, 11:30 am-3 pm T-Sat.

Chaps Mountain Bar & Grill • • $-$$

There’s something for everyone at Chaps, including a variety of soups, sandwiches and salads. Located in the lobby of the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel, stop in to enjoy lunch or dinner. 2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5552, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

espresso bar. It’s a fantastic spot for coffee, cocktails and beer. Relax with a latte in the comfortable wi-ﬁ lounge. Enjoy an assortment of pastries, gelato, panini sandwiches or Italian sodas. 685 Marketplace Plaza Suite C8, 970-871-8999, www.amantecoffee.com, Open daily 6 am-6 pm

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Antares Restaurant • • $$$

Chocolate Soup Pastry Café $ A delightful café offering homemade pastries, croissants, chocolates, artisan breads, cakes, soups, paninis, pizza and more! Pop in for a tasty lunch, espresso, or ﬁne International beer or wine. 2300 Mount Werner Circle Unit C-1, 970870-0224, 7:30 am-5:30 pm T-Sat., 8 am-3 pm Sun.

Romantic, ﬁreplace dining in the historic downtown Rehder building, Antares offers New American cuisine with a diverse menu. Favorites include a local Routt County Leg of Lamb as well as Tournedos of Beef LeBrun. Exceptional wine list and martini bar guaranteed to please. 57 1⁄2 Eighth Street, 970-879-9939, Open at 5:30 pm

Colorado Bagel Co. & Deli • • $

Azteca Taqueria • • $

Fresh, fast and tasty, Azteca is guaranteed to ﬁll you up in a hurry. Dine-in or take-out, their fresh Mexican menu includes diverse options to accommodate any taste for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 116 Ninth St., 970-870-9980, www.aztecataqueria.com, Mon – Thurs: 7:30 am-9:30 pm, Fri. & Sat.: 7:30 am-9:30 pm

Backcountry Provisions • • $

Fresh bread, ﬁne meats and the best cheeses are standard at this top-notch sandwich shop. Tasty sandwiches for a healthy meal on the go, a picnic on the trails or right in their convenient downtown location. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3617, www.backcountryprovisions.com, Open Daily 7 am-5 pm

Bagel Works • • $

Freshly made bagels and cream cheese guaranteed to please. Dine-in or take-out, these bagels will not disappoint. 1119 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1353, Open daily breakfast & lunch, Open weekdays 6 am-3 pm, Open weekends 6:30 am-3 pm

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Bamboo Market Health Foods $ Located along the beautiful Yampa River, Uprisings Bakery & Deli offers freshly baked goods, sandwiches and wraps, as well as an espresso, juice and smoothie bar. Yampa & 11th streets, 970-879-9992, www. bamboomkt.com, 8 am-8 pm weekdays, 9 am-6 pm Sat & Sun Bear River Bar & Grill • • • $

Located in Gondola Square, the “Bear” is the place to grab a burger and frosty beverage while enjoying a day at the mountain. Enjoy majestic views of Mount Werner while warming inside or enjoying the après-ski scene and happy-hour specials on the deck. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5165, www. steamboat.com, open daily 10:30 am-5 pm

Beau Jo’s Mountain Bistro • • $

Proudly offering Colorado’s favorite pizza for over 30 years. Casual Italian dining including pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads. Try one of their favorite recipes or create your own. Dine-in, takeout or delivery. 7th & Lincoln Ave., 970-870-6401, Open daily for lunch and dinner

Ben & Jerry’s Ice Creamery • • $

Famous for their quirky and creative ice cream ﬂavors, Ben & Jerry’s offers delicious, organic and

The Epicurean Charcuterie & Café hormone-free ice cream. 690 Marketplace Plaza, 970-875-1400, www. benjerry.com

Big House Burgers & Bottlecap Bar • • $-$$

This restaurant, on Steamboat’s west end, offers a creative build-your-own burger menu (all local beef) plenty of salad options as well as a wide selection of bottled beer, soda and an old-fashioned soda and ice cream fountain. 2093 Curve Plaza, Steamboat, 970-870-8500, www.bighouseburgers.com, open daily 11:30 am-9:30 pm

Bistro c.v. • • $$$

Bistro c.v. offers Rocky Mountain cuisine at its ﬁnest, accompanied by an exceptional wine list and incredible atmosphere. Elegant dining that includes local, sustainable and organic produce. 345 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4197, Open daily at 5 pm

Blue Sage Pizza • $$

Authentic Chicago deep-dish pizza, freshly prepared dough and homemade sauce guarantee this pie will please any crowd. Blue Sage Pizza is located in Central Park Plaza, and is available for delivery, carry-out or by the slice. Central Park Plaza (next to Blockbuster), 970-870-8600, 11 am-10 pm Sun.-Th, 11 ammidnight F-Sat.

Boathouse Pub • • • $-$$

Primarily American pub fare is offered at this downtown, riverside establishment, specializing in traditional Irish-style food. 609 Yampa St., Steamboat, 970-879-4797, 3 pm9 pm M-F, 11:30 am-9 pm Sat.-Sun., full dinner menu starts at 5 pm

Brooklyn’s Brick Oven Pizzeria • $

New York-style pizza offered affordably by the slice or whole pie. Brooklyn’s is open late for a great midnight meal in the heart of downtown. 57 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-1000, Open daily 11 am-1 am

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Proudly serving Boar’s Head deli meats, the Colorado Bagel Co. offers freshly baked bagel sandwiches available for breakfast and lunch, or try a piping hot latte or cappuccino. Central Park Plaza, 970-870-9657, 7 am-5 pm M-Sat., 7 am-4 pm Sun.

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& Lounge • • $$$

High Alpine contemporary cuisine offering black angus beef, chops, native wild game, and fresh seafood. A cozy mountain cabin atmosphere inside the Steamboat Grand Resort will ensure a delightful experience for any meal of the day. 2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5550, Open daily 7 am-9 pm

Café Diva • • $$$

Seasonal menu created with fresh organic produce, naturally raised meats and wild seafood. Extensive wine cellar and staff of three certiﬁed Sommeliers. One of the ﬁnest dining experiences Steamboat has to offer is at Café Diva. Torian Plum Plaza in Ski Time Square, 970871-0508, www.cafediva.com, Open nightly 5:30-10 pm

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Cantina $-$$ Colorful, festive and tasty, Cantina brings you so south of the border you’ll need a sombrero. Sip a margarita and take in the charm of downtown Steamboat. 818 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-0826, www.cantina. com, Open daily 11 am-1 am

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Canton Chinese Restaurant $ A true locals favorite, Canton offers a variety of ﬁne Cantonese, Mandarin and Szechwan Cuisine. Located in the heart of downtown Steamboat dining in or take-out is available. 720 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4480, Open 11:30 am – 2:30 pm M-F, Open nightly 5-9:30 pm Catamount Ranch Golf Course & Restaurant • • • $$

Enjoy ﬁne cuisine while experiencing the magniﬁcent views of Catamount Golf Course. Now offering a new winter menu. 33400 A Catamount Drive, 970-871-9300, www. catamountranchclub.com, 5-9 pm Th-Sat., and three nights a week, Fri, Sat, Mon, 5-9 pm

Catamount Ranch Lakehouse & Restaurant • • • • $$

A fantastic place to enjoy a variety of lunch options, the Catamount Ranch Lakehouse restaurant offers great food and great views of Catamount Lake.

Coldstone Creamery $ New to Steamboat, Coldstone Creamery allows you to create your own scrumptious ice cream concoction. Fresh ice-cream and mix-ins hand churned right in front of your eyes on a frozen stone slab. 2032 Curve Plaza, 970-879-0707 Cottonwood Grill • • • $$-$$$

Located along side the Yampa River, Cottonwood Grill serves vibrant Paciﬁc Rim Cuisine. The union of American and Asian tastes is offered in a tranquil setting. Enjoy predinner drinks in the comfortable lounge. 701 Yampa St., 970-879-2229, www.cottonwoodgrill.com, Open nightly at 5:30 pm

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Creekside Café $ A fabulous choice for breakfast or lunch, Creekside is located on picturesque Soda Creek. Satisfaction is assured by offering many tasty options, outstanding service and an exceptional atmosphere. Really hungry? You won’t regret ordering the breakfast burrito. 131 11th St., 970-879-4925, Open daily 7 am-2 pm Cugino’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant • • $-$$

Cugino’s has a wide variety of delicious Italian dishes, with large portions and a full bar. 41 8th St., 970-879-5805, www.cuginosrestaurant.com, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

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Domino’s Pizza $ Take-out or delivery, this classic pizza will feed a hungry crowd in a hurry. 1250 Lincoln Ave. Sundance Plaza, 970-8794811, Open daily 11 am-12 am Double Z Bar & BBQ • • $

Located on the bike path and near Little Toots park, Double Z is a great carry-out option. However, don’t be afraid to join the locals and dine in for some serious barbecue! You won’t go hungry with the rib-sticking BBQ baskets. Delivery available. 1124 Yampa St., 970-879-0849, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

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Dreamboat Café $ Located inside the Old Town Hot Springs, the

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The Drunken Onion • • $

New in 2008, The Drunken Onion specializes in wholesome and delicious meals with their trademark slow-roasted, bourbon caramelized onion. Fabulous lunch and dinner specials are available for take and bake for a truly remarkable dining experience. Dine in for lunch. 685 Marketplace Drive #5 Wildhorse Marketplace, 970-879-8423, www.drunkenonion.com, Open daily 11 am-7 pm

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The Egg & I $ Serving breakfast all day, The Egg and I is a great option for anyone seeking variety. Daily specials, homemade soups, and a large menu make this restaurant a favorite. 325 Anglers Drive Sundance Plaza, 970-8714633, 6:30 am-2 pm M-Sat., 7 am-2 pm Sun. The Epicurean Charcuterie & Café • • $

Master Chef Marco Pauvert offers his mastery of fine foods, specializing in fine cuts of meats. Marco and his wife, Rebecca, have created a fabulous café with signature French bistro food. 825 Oak Street, 970-875-0997, www.theepicurean.us, theepicurean@qwestoffice.com, Open daily 11 am-4 pm, Open nightly at 5 pm

8th Street Steakhouse • • • $$-$$$

A unique dining experience with fresh meat and seafood, you are the master of your own meal. Cook it yourself on the Lava Rock Grill. A well-done experience for everyone! 50 Eighth St. Downtown, 970-879-3131, Bar open daily at 3 pm, Restaurant open nightly at 5 pm

Fiesta Jalisco • • • $

Authentic Mexican food and atmosphere at Fiesta Jalisco is a winner every time. Sit back relax and take in a true Mexican dining experience. Sundance Plaza in, 970-871-6999, www.ﬁestajalisco.net, 11 am-10 pm Sun-Th, 11 am-10:30 pm F-Sat.

Freshies • • $

A favorite among locals, Freshies serves up delicious breakfast and lunch plates. Famous for their gigantic, freshly baked cinnamon rolls, Freshies lives up to its name. 595 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-8099, 7 am-2:30 pm M-Sat., 7 am-2 pm Sun.

Geeks Garage Coffee Shop and Bar • $

Downtown Steamboat coffee shop offers snacks and light fare as well as bar service Fridays and Saturdays. An Internet hot spot. 730 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2976, 10 am-6 pm M-Th, 10 am-10 pm F-Sat.

The Ghost Ranch Saloon • $-$$

Expecting to open in January, this new bar will be serving everything from pan-dipped corndogs to high-end appetizer samplers, sandwiches and burgers. Group platters available. 56 Seventh St., 970-879-9898, www.ghostranchsaloon.com, 4 pm-2 am daily.

Giovanni’s Ristorante • • • $$

A ﬁne Italian restaurant located in the historic Soda Creek building, Giovanni’s is a casually elegant dining experience. 127 11th Street Downtown, 970-879-4141, Open nightly 5:30 – 10 pm

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Gnarly Charlie’s Pizza $ A fast and tasty spot to grab a quick bite or hot slice

of pizza, Gnarly Charlie’s is located in Gondola Square. Eat quick and get back to skiing! 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-879-7846, open daily 11 am-5 pm

Gondola Joe’s • • $

This base area coffee bar offers pipin’ hot cappuccino, hot cocoa, coffee, frozen yogurt, baked goods, soup, chili and more. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, Open daily from 8 am-1:30 pm

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Gondola Pub & Grill $ Breakfast, lunch and dinner all served in a casual mountain atmosphere. Bring the whole family to the Gondola Pub & Grill for a hearty meal. Complete with two bars and televisions tuned to sports and news. 2305 Mount Werner Circle No. 1, 970-879-4448, Open daily 11 am-5 pm Harwigs & L’apogee • • $$-$$$

In a fabulous downtown setting, Harwig’s offers exquisite service, incredible cuisine and a wine list to be admired. Intimate setting perfect for special occasions. Monday evenings are Thai night. 911 Lincoln Ave., Downtown, 970-879-1919, Open nightly 5 – 11 pm

Hazie’s • • • $$

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Yampa Valley while dining at the top of the Steamboat Ski Area gondola at Hazie’s. A globally inspired menu of New American cuisine served in an elegant setting. 2305 Mt. Werner Circle (top of the gondola), 970-871-5150, www.steamboat.com, casual lunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-Sun., elegant dinner F-Sun. and holiday nights

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Johnny B Good’s Diner $ A 1950s-themed diner, Johnny B’s serves up tasty meals in a patriotic fashioned locale. Offering

unique variations for eggs Benedict, awesome burger specials and the best milk shakes in town. You’ll love Johnny B Good’s! 738 Lincoln Ave., Downtown, 970-870-8400, www.johnnybgoodsdiner.com, Open daily 7 am-9 pm

KFC • • $

Everyone loves the Colonel and his fried chicken. Quick and convenient, you can feed the whole crew at KFC. 2015 Central Park Drive, 970-879-7618, Open daily 10 am-10 pm

La Montana Mexican Restaurant • • • $$

Fresh roasted chilies, grilled fajitas and warm tortillas awaken the senses at La Montana. Nationally recognized dishes and 20 margarita options await. 2500 Village Drive, 970-879-5800, www.la-montana.com, Open nightly 5 – 10 pm, Bar open nightly 4:30 – 11 pm

Latino Flavor • $

Experience authentic South American ﬂavors, from arepas and empanandas to burgers and burritos with a selection of exotic tropical juices at this carry-out restaurant on the west end of Steamboat. 2120 Downhill Drive, 970-879-8541, open 8 am-4 pm daily.

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Dreamboat Café is a great spot to grab a quick bite to eat after swimming, working out or enjoying a massage. 136 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1828, 8 am-5 pm M-F

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Lyons Soda Fountain $ Enjoy a local favorite at Lyon’s Corner Drug, an old-time soda fountain offering hot sandwiches and the best malts in town. Confections in a hometown, family atmosphere. 840 Lincoln Ave. Downtown, 970-879-1114, 11 am -7:30 pm M-Sat., 11 am-4 pm Sun. Market on the Mountain • • $

Deli fresh sandwiches offered in this mountain market. Pop in for a tasty snack or meal on the go.

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Mazzola’s Majestic Italian Diner • • • $$

Mazzola’s offers homemade Italian cooking in downtown Steamboat. Fantastic menu, fabulous service and a comfortable atmosphere make for a winner every time. Dine-in, take-out and full bar available. 917 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2405, Open nightly 5 pm-2 am

Mahogany Ridge Brewery & Grill • • • $$

Steamboat’s best happy hour is daily at Mahogany Ridge. Come in to enjoy $1 tapas and half-price drinks. Fabulous menu options, drinks and atmosphere cannot be missed. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Fifth Street and Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3773, Open daily at 4 pm

Mambo Italiano • • • • $$

Offering fabulous downtown dining, Mambo’s is a great place for happy hour and dinner. With a fantastic bar, wine list and dinner menu, you will not be disappointed with this fine Italian cuisine. 521 Lincoln Ave., www.mambos.com 970-870-0500, Open nightly 4:30 – 11 pm

McDonald’s • • $

Fast, fresh and tasty. Make your child’s day today with a Happy Meal. Steamboat’s McD’s features a great Play Land. 1150 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-0247, Open daily 6 am-10 pm

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Noodle’s and More Saigon Café $ An authentic Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Steamboat Springs that offers fresh, high-quality ingredients in delicious meals. Daily happy hour at 3 to 5 pm, dine-in or take-out available. Lower Level of 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-1544, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

in 1971 and has been delighting customers ever since. Hand-cut steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, and jet-fresh seafood are the specialties. 1465 Pine Grove Road, 970-879-1190, www. orehouseatthepinegrove.com, Open nightly 5:30 – 11:30 pm

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore • • $

This is the place to enjoy an afternoon with a good book, good coffee and a good friend. Enjoy browsing the wide collection of books while sipping a hot coffee, and grab a tasty treat from the coffee bar. 68 Ninth Street, 970-879-6830, 7 am-9 pm MSat., 7 am-6 pm Sun.

Enjoy authentic Chinese food and a Japanese sushi bar. Every piece of sushi created by Manhattan sushi chef Ichiban. Extra hungry? Try the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet from 11:30 am-2:30 pm. 1835 Central Park Drive, 970-879-2622, Open daily 11:30 am-9:30 pm

Old Town Pub & Restaurant • • $-$$

Pisa’s Pizza & Pasta • • $

Old Town Pub serves lunch and dinner in a historic, 104-year-old Western setting in downtown Steamboat Springs. Not your usual pub grub! Offering free WiFi, live music, a ﬁne wine selection, 10 beers on tap, children’s menu, 60-inch satellite TV, NFL Sunday ticket and more. Sixth Street & Lincoln Avenue, Downtown, 970879-2101, www.theoldtownpub.com, Open daily 11 am-1:30 am

Old West Steakhouse • • • • $$-$$$

Old West Steakhouse thrives to provide a truly enjoyable and delicious meal comparable to the ﬁnest anywhere. Great atmosphere with booths made from wine barrels and boot glasses. Your family will love it. 1104 S Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1441, www.oldweststeakhouse.com, Open nightly 5 – 11 pm

Ore House at the Pine Grove Restaurant • • • • $$-$$$

This historic barn was converted to a restaurant

• Casual | • Romantic | • Family Friendly | • Reservations | • Great Views

Panda Garden & Sushi Bar • • • $-$$

Pisa’s serves the best value, quality and consistency in pizza and pasta. Pizza, stromboli, pasta, salad, Italian entrées and much more! Located on the west side of town. 2851 Riverside Plaza, 970-871-0123, 11 am-9 pm M-Sat.

Pizza Hut • • $

Enjoy hot fresh pizza you know you’ll love. A classic meal that’s sure to please any group. Sundance Plaza, 970-879-8611, Open daily 11 am-8 pm

Qdoba Mexican Grill • • $

Fast, fresh and tasty, Qdoba Mexican Grill offers up great meals from south of the border. Go ahead, face the challenge — order one of their gargantuan burritos! 1755 Central Park Drive, 970-879-7610, www. qdoba.com, 11 am-9 pm M-Sat., 11 am-8 pm Sun.

Quizno’s Subs • • $

A national favorite for tasty toasted subs, Quizno’s is located in the Wildhorse Marketplace near Sports Authority. 685 Marketplace Plaza Unit C4, www.quiznos. com, 970-871-6669, 11 am-8 pm M-Th, 11 am-9 pm F-Sat., 11 am-6 pm Sun.

Ragnar’s • • • $$-$$$

Enjoy a gourmet on-mountain lunch (pastas, seafood, game and beef specials) or ﬁve-course, snowcat-drawn sleigh-ride dinner with Scandinavian ﬂair and live acoustic music. 2305 Mt. Werner Circle (top of the gondola), 970871-5150, www.steamboat.com, for reservations, lunch 11:15 am to 2:15 pm daily, dinner F-Sun and holiday nights.

Rex’s American Grill & Bar • • $$

Rex’s serves up casual dining, exceptional food and friendly and attentive service. Try the fresh burgers, homemade soups and hand-tossed pizzas. 3190 S. Lincoln Ave., www.rexsgrill.com, 970870-0438, Open Daily 6:30 am-10 pm

Riggio’s Ristorante • • • $$

Exceptional Italian fare and great wine in a relaxed atmosphere at Riggio’s will make for a fantastic evening. Nightly chef specials and homemade desserts are standard at this fabulous restaurant. 1106 Lincoln Ave., www.riggiosﬁneitalian.com, 970-879-9010, Open nightly 5:30 – 10 pm

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant • • $-$$

Enjoy the view from the Rio’s rooftop patio while sipping on a legendary margarita. Don’t miss the

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Saddleback Ranch Horseback or Sleigh Ride Dinner • • • • $$

Have your choice of horseback or horse-drawn sleigh ride to the new Double Dollar Lodge, where you will be welcomed with warm drinks. After dinner, enjoy the ride home and the beautiful Colorado sunset. 37350 Routt County Road 179, 970-879-3711, www.saddlebackranch.net, Available 5:30 pm9:30 pm M, W, Th.

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Saddles Bar & Grill $ Just a few steps from the gondola, you’ll enjoy delicious fare while taking in the amazing views of the Steamboat Ski Area 2200 Village Inn Court, www.steamboat-sheraton.com, 970-879-2220 Saketumi • $$

It’s first-come, first-served at Saketumi, where you will enjoy sushi and sake in a fine atmosphere. Perfect location for a cozy date! 1875 Ski Time Square, 970-870-1019, www. saketumi.com, Open nightly at 5 pm

Sevens at the Sheraton • • • $-$$

A delightful restaurant in the Sheraton hotel, Sevens is a great place to feed the family before heading out on your adventure. The casual family atmosphere is fantastic for all. 2200 Village Inn Court, 970-879-2220, www. steamboat-sheraton.com, Open daily 6:30 am-9 pm

The Shack Café • • $

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Spill the Beans Espresso Bar $ Wake up with Spill the Beans Espresso Bar. If you ﬁnd yourself on the west end of downtown, stop in for a hot cup o’ Joe and a homemade mufﬁn or scone. 1051 13th Street, www.spillthebeanssteamboat. com, 970-846-5593, 6:30 am-6 pm M-Sat., 8 am-1 pm Sun.

A local’s favorite since 1969, you’ll be welcomed as an old friend and treated the same. Hot and delicious meals served fresh daily. The pancakes can’t be beat. 740 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9975, 6 am-2 pm M-F, 6:30 am-2 pm Sat.-Sun.

Slopeside Grill • • • • $

As the name suggests, you’ll enjoy majestic views of Mount Werner while dining slopeside. Slopeside serves up a wide variety of menu items and an impressive bar. A popular après-ski destination. 1855 Ski Time Square, 970-879-2916, www. slopesidegrill.com, Open daily 11 am-2 am

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Steamboat Smokehouse $ A Texas BBQ joint in the Rocky Mountains, the Smokehouse relies on solid hickory logs from Oklahoma as the source of heat to cook everything “low and slow.” 912 Lincoln Ave., www.steamboatsmokehouse. com, 970-879-7427, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

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Snowbird Restaurant $ Located in the Best Western, the Snowbird Restaurant serves up a fantastic variety of menu items as well as a casual and cozy atmosphere. 2304 Après Ski Way, www.bestwestern.com, 970879-4721, Open daily 7-11 am and 4-10 pm

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You’ll ﬁnd many locations in Steamboat to get your Starbucks ﬁx. Visit Safeway, City Market, the Sheraton, the Steamboat Grand or just off U.S. Highway 40 by Wendy’s. 255 Angler’s Drive B, www.starbucks.com, 970871-1303, Open daily 5:30 am-9 pm

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. • • $-$$

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. serves lunch and offers fresh and frozen seafood, meats, gourmet sausages, homemade pastas and a wide variety of other items. 1030 Yampa St., 970-879-3504, www.steamboatseafood.com, 9 am-7 pm M-Sat., 11 am-6 pm Sun., Serving lunch daily 11 am-2 pm

Steamboat Yacht Club • • • • • $$

Soda Creek Pizza $$ The pizza artists at Soda Creek have crafted unusual concoctions that thrill the tastes buds. Like white pizza? Try Snow in Texas. 1585 Mid Valley Drive, 970-871-1111, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

• Casual | • Romantic | • Family Friendly | • Reservations | • Great Views

Starbucks • $

Riverside dining and Steamboat’s best view of historic Howelsen Hill is at the Yacht Club. They offer nightly specials featuring meat, game and seafood. 811 Yampa St., 970-879-4774, Open daily 11 am-3 pm and 5-10 pm

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Steaming Bean Coffee $ A friendly downtown coffeehouse offering comfortable seating, great coffee, and baked goods, come in to relax or grab n’ go.

635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3393, 6:30 am-6 pm M-F, 7 am-6 pm Sat.-Sun.

Stoker Bar & Restaurant • • • $

Stop in to fuel up for breakfast or lunch. Stoker offers table service in a relaxed atmosphere with a variety of specialty hot drinks, beers and legendary Bloody Marys. 2305 Mt. Werner Circle (top of the gondola, ﬁrst ﬂoor), 970-871-5150, www.steamboat. com, breakfast 8:30 am-11:00am, lunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm

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Subway Sandwiches & Salads $ You know what to expect here: Tasty and healthy subs served quickly and just the way you like ’em. Two locations in Steamboat. 2032 Curve Plaza, 1815 Central Park Plaza, 970-879-0707 (Curve Plaza), 970-879-0202 (Central Park Plaza), www.subway.com, Open daily 7 am-10 pm Sunpie’s Bistro • • • $

You’ll love Sunpies’ typical Nawlins Bar and sandwiches. Carry-out one of our fabulous sandwiches or stay and enjoy hush puppies. 735 Yampa Ave., 970-870-3360, www.sunpies. com, Noon – close T-Sun.

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Taco Bell $ On a budget and shorts on time? Steamboat’s combination Taco Bell and KFC will suit your style. 2015 Central Park Drive, 970-879-7618, Open daily 10 am-10 pm The Tap House Sports Grill • • $-$$

With 21 beers on tap and more than 40 televisions, this is the place for sports fans. Tap House also offers hot wings, foosball and live music in their

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fresh TexMex, daily lunch specials (served quick!) and the daily happy hour. 628 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-6277, www.riograndemexican.com, Open 11 am-10 pm Sun-Th., 11 am-noon F-Sat.

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Tequilas Real Mexican Food • • $-$$

Tequilas offers great food and great service. Stop in for an authentic Mexican meal. Celebrating a birthday? The staff will make it memorable. 425 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5500, 11 am-10 pm Sun.-Th, 11 am-midnight F-Sat.

Three Peaks Grill • • • $$-$$$

A contemporary steak and seafood restaurant nestled at the foot of Steamboat’s majestic Mount Werner. Enjoy a fantastic meal in an incredible atmosphere. Enjoy live jazz on Friday nights in “Jimmy’s Lounge.” 2165 Pine Grove Road, 970-879-3399, www. threepeaksgrill.com, Open daily 5-10 pm

Thunderhead Food Court • • $

Located atop the Steamboat Ski Resort, Thunderhead Food Court offers fast and fresh food. Open for breakfast and lunch, get your ﬁll and get back at it. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-879-6111, www. steamboat.com, Open daily 8:30 am-4 pm

Tugboat Grill & Pub • • $

A Steamboat staple, the Tugboat offers awesome food, a full bar, and live entertainment. Challenge a friend to pool, foosball or Ms. Pacman. 1860 Mount Werner Road, 970-879-7070, Open daily 11:30 am-2 am

VFW – Post 4264 Lounge & Restaurant • • $

A casual, friendly lounge in the heart of downtown Steamboat, everyone is welcome at the VFW. Pick a tune on the jukebox and pick up a pool cue. 924 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9959, Open nightly 3 pm-2:30 am

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Village Inn $ The Village Inn offers more than fresh baked pies and great coffee. Bring the family in for a great meal and see what else they have to offer! 1755 Central Park Drive No. 1, 970-870-3224, www.villageinnrestaurants.com, 6 am-10 pm Sun-Th., 6 am-12 am F-Sat. Wendy’s • • $

Good food fast is standard at Wendy’s. Eat on a budget, or splurge and get a Frosty for dessert. 320 Angler’s Drive, 970-879-5513, www.wendys. com, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

Western BBQ • • • • $

A Steamboat tradition with fun for the entire family. Western BBQ is an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring tender slow-roasted prime rib. Come enjoy fantastic music, dancing and delicious barbecue. 2305 Mount Werner Circle (top of the gondola), 970-871-5150, www.steamboat.com, open F-Sun and holiday nights, seating times at 6, 6:30, 7 and 7:30 pm.

The Boardroom Steakhouse and Grill • • $

The sports bar and restaurant at Mather’s Lounge serves up daily lunch and dinner specials in a fun atmosphere. 420 Yampa Ave., 970-824-9966, 11 am-2 pm and 5 pm-9 pm M-Th, 11 am-2 pm and 5-10 pm F, 11 am-10 pm Sat.

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Carelli’s Pizzeria $ This busy lunch and dinner spot serving Italian cuisine is a favorite among locals. Head to Carelli’s to grab a slice of what some call the best pizza in Craig. 465 Yampa Ave., 970-824-6868, 11 am-9 pm M-Sat. Casa Loya • • $

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in a festive Mexican atmosphere. Heat things up with a salsa bar that features six varieties of the hot stuff. 351 Ranney St., 970-824-5455, 11 am-8 pm M-Th, 11 am-9 pm F-Sat.

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Winona’s $ Home of world-famous cinnamon rolls! Be sure to stop in to see where cookies, mufﬁns and desserts come to life. Stop by for daily breakfast and lunch specials. 617 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2483, Open 7 am-3 pm (Breakfast & Lunch) M-Sat., 7 am-1 pm (Breakfast Only) Sun.

Cugino’s Pizzeria & Italian $ Enjoy ﬁne quality, Southern Italian foods made with nothing but the best ingredients. Dough is made fresh daily and meals are baked in a bricklined oven. 572 Breeze St., 970-824-6323, 11 am-9 pm Sun.Th, 11 am-10 pm F-Sat.

❱❱ Craig El Ranchero • • $ Serving up authentic Mexican food, El Ranchero’s

Domino’s Pizza $ Home delivery or carry-out, feed a crowd in a hurry. 1111 W. Victory Way in the Centennial Mall, 970-824-4855, 11 am-11 pm Sun.-Th, 11 ammidnight F-Sat.

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menu has everything from Burrito Locos, carne asada (a house specialty), and chili rellenos (a local favorite) to classic Mexican tacos. 337 W. Victory Way, 970-824-5050, 8:30 am-8 pm M-T, 8 am-9 pm F-Sun.

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Fiesta Jalisco Restaurant and lounge • • $

Boasting authentic Mexican food, Fiesta Jalisco is a winner every time. Relax with a margarita and

enjoy a true Mexican dining experience. 401 N. Ranney St., 970-826-0500, Open daily 11 am-9 pm

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Galaxy Asian Cafe and Lounge $ The Galaxy offers a variety of Chinese-American cuisine for dining in or take-out. Try their lunch buffet or Mongolian barbecue. 524 Yampa Ave., 970-824-8164, 11 am-9:30 pm Sun.-Th, 11 am-10 pm F-Sat. Golden Cavvy Restaurant & Lounge • • $

Stop by the Golden Cavvy for a home-cooked hearty meal. Relax in a coffee shop atmosphere featuring chandeliers and the masonry of the 1900s ﬁreplace of the former tenant, The Baker Hotel. 538 Yampa Ave., 970-824-6038, Open daily 5:30 am-8 pm

JW Snacks Bar & Bar-B-Que • • $-$$

In the mood for some Cajun seafood or barbecue? Head to JW Snacks and enjoy their wide variety of Gulf Coast inspired foods. And escape for a while to the tropics in the beach-themed decor. 210 E. Victory Way, 970-826-0468, 11 am-9 pm M-Sat., 11 am-8 pm Sun.

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LaPlaza Restaurant $ Conveniently located downtown, stop in for caféstyle Mexican cuisine for lunch or dinner. 994 Yampa Ave., 970-824-7345, 11 am-8:30 pm M-Sat.

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downtown and downstairs location. 729 Lincoln Ave., Downtown, www.thetaphouse. com, 970-879-2431, Open daily 11:30 am-2 am

Mather’s Lounge, Steakhouse and Grill • • $

Mather’s is the locals’ “watering hole” and eatery, featuring down-home cooking. 420 Yampa Ave., 970-824-9966, 11 am-2 pm and 5-9 pm M-Th, 11 am-2 pm and 5-10 pm F, 11 am-10 pm Sat.

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McDonald’s $ This isn’t your typical fast-food atmosphere. The kids can run around the Play Place while the adults enjoy some time near the ﬁre. Enjoy Dippin’ Dots ice cream for dessert. 1080 W. Victory Way, 970-824-7638, 5:30 am-11 pm M-Sat., 6 am-10 pm Sun.

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OP Bar & Grill $-$$ This bar and grill offers good food in a casual sports bar setting. Shoot some pool while you watch the big game or soak up the sun on the outdoor patio. 534 E. Victory Way, 970-824-8918, Open at 7 am T-Sat., Kitchen 11 am-9 pm, Sunday breakfast buffet 8 am-noon Ocean Pearl Restaurant • • $

Enjoy classic Chinese-American meals at this locals’ favorite. 441 W. Victory Way, 970-824-8888, 11 am-9:30 pm Sun.-Th, 11 am-10 pm F-Sat.

Paradise Grill • • $

The Paradise Grill and Cassidy’s Lounge are located inside the Holiday Inn Hotel. They feature live entertainment three nights a week and daily lunch and dinner specials 300 S. Colorado Hwy 13, 970-824-4000, 6 am-10 pm M-F, 6 am- 9:30 pm Sat.-Sun.

Park Café and Lounge • • $

Enjoy home-style meals at this fun VFW stop. Featuring daily lunch and dinner specials. 419 E. Victory Way, 970-824-7145, 11 am- 9 pm M-Sat.

Pizza Hut • • $

Whether visiting Craig or calling it home, you know you can expect quality food at Pizza Huts

everywhere. Craig’s Hut is no exception. 1070 W. Victory Way, 970-824-6531, Open daily 11 am-11 pm

Serendipity Coffee Shop • • $

A quaint coffee and bakery shop featuring fresh, homemade breakfast and lunch items. Enjoy pastries, lattes, cappuccino and a variety of teas. 576 Yampa Ave., 970-824-5846, 7 am-4:30 pm M-F, 7 am-2 pm Sat.

petizers, or choose an award-winning and locally made Brat. Dinner at the Tin Cup Gill is always a perfect way to end your day on the links, as well. They offer a full dinner menu that includes a wide range of entrées and USDA Choice Steaks. Take advantage of prime rib specials on Friday and Saturday nights. 2179 Highway 394, 970-824-3764, Open daily for lunch 11 am-5 pm, dinner 5-9 pm

Vallartas • • $

Subway • • $

Build your own sandwich the way you like it, hot or cold, and enjoy TCBY frozen yogurt for dessert. 1420 W. Victory Way, 970-824-2900, Open daily 10 am-10 pm

Take a break from shopping at Centennial Mall to enjoy Mexican lunch or dinner in a family-friendly, casual, rustic Mexican atmosphere. 1111 W. Victory Way, Centennial Mall, 970-8249812, Open daily 11 am-9 pm

Taco Bell / KFC • • $

Village Inn • • $

In the mood for a taco but your passenger wants fried chicken? Dine-in, carry-out, or drive-thru, when these two classics pair up, everyone is sure to ﬁnd something they enjoy. 707 W. Victory Way, 970-824-2900, Open daily 10 am-10 pm

Thunder Rolls • • $

Snack Bar / Grill / lounge Take a break from a competitive game of bowling at the full-service lounge and snack bar featuring all the pub favorites. Bowling Alley - 990 Industrial Ave., 970-8242695, 11:30 am-9 pm Mon. and Wed., 10 am-9 pm T and Th, 11:30 am-midnight Fri., 1-9 pm Sun.

Tin Cup Grill • • • $

Come in after a round of golf and the friendly staff will help you order up one of the daily lunch specials, choose from a selection of popular ap-

Enjoy great-tasting food and extra-friendly service in a clean and comfortable family environment. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with daily specials. Don’t forget to end your meal with a slice of pie! 1103 W. Victory Way, 970-824-9600, 5 am-midnight Sun-Th, 5:30 am-1 am F-Sat. Dine-in, carry-out or drive-thru, Wendy’s prides itself on fresh, quality ingredients. Stop by and enjoy a classic burger and Frosty dessert. 1280 W. Victory Way, 970-826-0573, Open daily 11 am-9 pm, drive-thru open until 10 pm

❱❱ Hayden Creekview Grill • • $ Hometown cooking offered at its best. Creekview

Grill combines a Western appeal with great downhome food. Belly up to a full bar or sit down to enjoy a great family meal in Hayden. 825 W. Jefferson Ave., 970-276-2020, 7 am-9 pm T-Sat., 10 am-2 pm Sun., Closed Mondays Locally owned, GG’s is a cozy, comfy and delightful coffee shop. Hot lattes and cappuccino served all day along with pastries, sandwiches and soups. 745 E Jefferson Ave., 970-276-9170, 6 am-7 pm M-Sat.

Hiway Bar & Grill • • $

Newly remodeled in the heart of downtown Hayden, the Hiway Bar is a great place for a delicious burger and frosty brew. 136 E. Jefferson St., Hayden, 970-2760-4200, Open daily 11 am

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Quintero’s Mexican Restaurant $ Quintero’s is a family-owned restaurant that’s new to Hayden. Enjoy delicious, authentic Mexican meals, and wash it down with margaritas or ﬁne Mexican beer. 107 W. Jefferson Ave. Wolf Mountain Pizza • • $

Grab a hearty slice of pizza, chew on some hot wings or delight over a salad. Any way you slice it, Wolf Mountain Pizza is delicious and convenient. 175 W Jefferson Ave., 970-276-1337, Open 11 am-8:30 pm M-F, Open 11 am-7 pm Sun.

❱❱ South Routt Antlers Café & Bar • • $ Come on in to this friendly café in the heart of Oak Creek. All are welcome here. 40 Moffat Ave., 970-638-4555

Black Mountain Tavern • • • $

A true locals’ favorite, Chelsea’s offers the ﬁnest Szechwan cuisine in the valley. Chelsea’s is without a doubt worth the trip South. Cash and check payments greatly appreciated. 116 Main St., Oak Creek, 970-736-8538, 5 – 8:30 pm T-Sat.

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The Colorado Bar & Grill $ A welcoming watering hole offering good food, cold drinks and friendly conversation. Located in the heart of Oak Creek. 100 E. Main St., Oak Creek, 970-736-0715, Restaurant: 8 am-9 pm W-Sat., Bar: Wed. to Sun. 8 am-2 am Dinty Moore’s Family Restaurant • • $

A family restaurant tucked in the center of Oak Creek. Great hometown meals, exceptional service and cozy atmosphere. 112 E. Main St., Oak Creek, 970-736-2678, 8 am-2 pm M-T, 5 – 8 pm W-Th, 8 am-2 pm and 5 pm-8 pm F-Sun.

Fortune’s Pizza & Subs • • $

Wendy’s • • $

GG’s Coffee shop • • $

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Enjoy Italian cuisine with a Southwestern twist. 202 S. Sharp Ave., Oak Creek, 970-736-0600, Open daily for lunch and dinner, closed Wednesdays

Quaint and colorful, Fortune’s has the best pizza and subs Oak Creek has to offer. Come in or carry out a hot pie or sub today. 216 E. Main St., Oak Creek, 970-736-2727, 11 am-6 pm M-F

Oak Tree Inn – Penny’s Diner • • $

A friendly diner with delicious down-home meals at affordable prices. Come in to enjoy a blast from the past in Routt County’s only 24-hour eatery. 98 Moffat Ave., Yampa, 970-638-1000, www. oaktreeinn.net, Open 24 hours

Subway • • $

Fast, fresh and healthy, come into South Routt’s new Subway location for the sandwiches that you love. Corner of Colo. Hwy 131 and Moffat Ave., Yampa, 970-638-0446, www.subway.com, adjacent Kum & Go open daily 7 am-10 pm

❱❱ North Routt Dutch Creek Guest Ranch Restaurant • • • • $$

Dutch Creek is a fabulous experience in North Routt County, offering a wide range of cuisine options including wild game, beef and poultry. A quaint cabin tucked in the trees with majestic views of Steamboat Lake. 61565 Routt County Road, Clark, 970-879-8519, Open nightly 5:30-8:30 pm

Hahn’s Peak Café • • $

Located in the heart of Hahn’s Peak Township. It’s well worth the drive to North Routt. Enjoy a hot meal while taking in the beauty of the area. Keep an eye out for live acts performing here. 61070 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970871-1495, Open 11:30-9 pm T-Sat., 9 am-3 pm Sun.

Steamboat Lake Outﬁtters Bar & Grill • • • $$

Steamboat Lake Outfitters is an outfitter for all seasons, specializing in Western outdoor fun. Come have the time of your life and enjoy the Western hospitality. 60880 Routt County Road 129, Clark, www. steamboatoutfitters.com, 970-879-4404, 11 am-8 pm W-Sun.

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Tuffy’s Roadhouse $ Tuffy’s Roadhouse is a favorite hangout for North Routt locals. Tuffy’s is under new ownership. 54737 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8799555, Open daily 11 am-9 pm, Bar open daily 11 am-midnight

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For many of Steamboat Springs’ fulltime residents, it seemed as if last year’s record snowfall had barely melted when the winter of 2008-09 ushered itself in with an early November storm. Of course, when you live in a ski town, snow is a good thing. Regardless of what the measuring stick atop Mount Werner reads over the course of this winter, Steamboat Springs and Routt County offer seemingly endless opportunities for adventure-seekers who ﬁnd their way to Northwest Colorado. For the uninitiated visitor, the sheer number of must-see, must-do and must-try winter activities can be a little daunting. Some words of advice: Keep your priorities straight. And always remember the primary reason folks have been visiting Steamboat since long before ski hills were made (the hint is that it’s in the “springs”). But the only way to really maximize your soak

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in Strawberry Park Hot Springs or Old Town Hot Springs is by thorough outdoor exhaustion. Fortunately, there’s plenty of ways to wear oneself out. The most obvious is a day on the world-class ski trails of Mount Werner and the Steamboat Ski Area. If you’re looking for a break from downhill skiing, try out the abundant Nordic ski trails around town and on guest ranches outside of city limits. Or rent a pair of snowshoes and take a trip up to Rabbit Ears Pass, where a network of wellmarked trails will get you away from the city and into the heart of our beautiful backcountry. Lacking that do-it-yourself drive? No problem. Steamboat and its surroundings have plenty of eager guides ready to take you places you would probably never experience otherwise — whether that’s winter ﬁshing or a guided snowmobile trip. Tap Steamboat’s authentic Western ranching

roots by spending the day on horseback at one of the valley’s working family ranches, or take your spouse and kids for a sleigh ride dinner. If you’re looking for a break from the cold and snow, check out a movie at Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas, or browse the town’s growing number of art galleries and museums. The Tread of Pioneers Museum in downtown Steamboat captures the illustrious history of our valley with a number of well-appointed exhibits. Roll a few games with family or friends at Snow Bowl on the west side of town. Sometimes a day of self-indulgence is needed on a well-deserved vacation. Steamboat boasts a range of spas and salons, offering just about any treatment and service you could dream up. Check out our options in our Activities directory. No matter how you want to spend your Steamboat vacation, Explore Steamboat magazine has you covered.

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Activity Guide ❱❱ Art galleries

scape paintings, prairie prints, greeting cards, paper products and heart-woven textiles. 33374 N. Colo. Hwy 13, Craig, 970-824-4383, open by appointment only.

Abracadabra Gallery

Displays original, inspirational landscape paintings done on location in oil, watercolor and pastel by local artist Zanobia — noted and acclaimed Colorado artist. 2135 Burgess Creek Road, Ste. 302, 970-8718000, www.steamboatgallery.com/portfolios.php, call for hours

The Portfolio Collection

Jim Steinberg’s ﬁne art photography gallery features images from across the globe, but specializes in nature and landscape photography focused on Colorado, Wyoming and Montana. 1016 Oak St., 970-879-3718 or 888-879-3718, www.portfoliopublications.com, 9am-5pm M-F, 1-5pm Sat.

Ambiente

Offers a wide selection of unique art, jewelry, home accents and gifts from glass- and stoneware to folk art and artifacts. Online catalog available. 1875 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-6411 or 888-879-6411, www.ambienteinc.com, open daily until dusk

Riverhouse Editions/ Van Straaten Gallery

Riverhouse Editions publishes ﬁne master prints, speciﬁcally etchings and monotypes, working with top international artists and master printers. 2760 Acre Lane, 970-871-1559, www.riverhousevanstraaten.com, open by appointment.

Artisans’ Market of Steamboat

Founded as a local artists’ cooperative in 1982, the Artisans’ Market features a large inventory of unique artwork from 150 established and new, innovative Colorado artists, including dozens of local artists. 626 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7512, www.steamboatartisansmarket.com, 10am-6pm Sun.-W, 10am-8pm Th-Sat.

Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat

Representing artists working and living in the Yampa Valley, this 5,000-square-foot, artist-owned gallery and classroom facility in the historic 1909 Steamboat Pilot building represents talents working in a broad diversity of mediums. 1009 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4744, www. steamboatgallery.com, 10am-8pm M-Sat., 10am6pm Sun.

Rocky Mountain Peddler 100 Main St., Oak Creek, 970-736-8244, www. dovetailfurnituredesign.com, 9am-5pm M-Sat.

The Eleanor Bliss Center for the Arts at the Depot

Two galleries housed in the historic train depot building and celebrating 100 years. Free docentled tours of the exhibits offered at 2 pm on the weekends. 1001 13th St., 970-879-9008 x106, www.steamboatspringsarts.com, 9am-5pm T-F, noon-4pm Sat. and Sun.

Atmosphere

Fawn Creek Gallery & Custom Framing

Carries a selection of ﬁne furniture, paintings, art, home accessories, upholstered furniture, case goods and lamps. 345 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2524, www.steamboatzing.com, 10am-6pm M-Sat., 10am-5pm Sun.

Features original wildlife and Western artworks, limited edition and giclée prints, plus a ﬁne line of silver and turquoise Southwest Indian jewelry art. 315 Sixth St., Meeker, 970-878-0955, www.fawncreekgallery.com, 9am-5pm M-F, 9am-3pm Sat.

Bedrock Depot

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Gift shop features an extensive library of photographic images of Dinosaur National Monument including photographic prints and greeting cards. 214 W. Brontosaurus Blvd., Dinosaur, 970-3742336, www.bedrockdepot.com, 11am-7pm daily.

Blue Sky Pottery

Ken Lee’s ﬁne art nature and wildlife photography provides images of Steamboat and the West with unique landscape, wildlife and ﬂora photography prints. Workshops and private instruction available. 908 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-8887, www.gallery11. net and www.kenleephoto.com, 10am-6pm daily.

Working ceramic artist studio featuring the handmade work of Deb Babcock and a dozen other local artists, mostly functional pottery ware. 1475 Pine Grove Road, Ste 105, 970-846-9349, www.dbabcock.etsy.com, noon-5pm F-Sat., also by appointment.

Greg Efﬁnger Studios

Copper Ridge Studio

North Park’s co-operative gallery features local artists’ paintings, water colors, pastels and lots of artisan crafts including hats, glassware, jewelry, beaded items, cards, prints and found-wood furniture. 454 Main St., Walden, 970-723-3323, 10am5pm daily (except Tuesday).

Local artists’ studio featuring the work Susan Schiesser, Pat Walsh, Fred Hodder, Monroe Hodder and Christopher Oar. 2570 Copper Ridge Circle, 970-846-7879 or 970-846-0791, www.schiessergallery.com, www. monroehodder.com, www.christopheroar.30art. com, hours by appointment only.

David Chase Rugs and Furniture

Huge downtown showroom with more than 1,200 rugs in stock and an ever-changing inventory of varied hand-woven area rugs as well as distinctive furniture, tribal art and architectural pieces. 335 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5667, www.davidchaserugsan, 10am-6pm M-Sat.

Dovetail Designs

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Art studio and gallery displaying water color paintings. 211 Third St., Steamboat, 970-870-8008, www. gregefﬁnger.com, 9am-5pm weekdays.

Green Otter Gallery

Hacienda Collection

Huge selection of rustic, Southwestern/Mexicanstyle furniture with everything from home accents and lamps to handcrafted furniture and pottery of the Tarahumara Tribe of northwestern Mexico. 908 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-8887, www.haciendacollection.net, 10am-5pm daily.

Hardage Fine Art Photography

Hardage Fine Art Photography is owned and operated by photographer Gerald Hardage. Hardage specializes in landscapes, environmental portraiture, ﬁgure study and the West. 3360 Columbine Drive, Suite 307, 321-303-2548, hardageﬁneartgallery.com, by appointment

Harvey B Begay Jewelry Design

Features local and regional artist originals, from ﬁne handcrafted goods and “one-of-a-kind ﬁnds,” to jewelry and home décor accessories. 1875 Ski Time Square Dr (Torian Creekside building), Unit C, 970-871-1569, www.rockymountainpeddler.com, 10am-8pm daily.

Hayden Marketplace on Historic Walnut Street

Romick’s Into the West

Representing over 27 artists and artisans from the Yampa Valley, the Hayden Marketplace displays gift items, artwork, paintings, photos and home furnishings in one of Hayden’s oldest buildings. 144 S. Walnut St., Hayden, 970-276-2019, 10am-6pm T-Sat.

For ﬁne things for you and your home, Romicks offers prints by regional artists and photographers, ﬁne furniture, home accessories, lighting and interior design. 402 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-8366, www.romicksintothewest.com, 10am-6pm M-Sat., 10am-5pm Sun.

Imagine Design Studio

Sleeping Giant Gallery

842 Lincoln Ave., No. 8, Steamboat, 970-8798055

Displays Jan Willman’s custom ceramic sculptures, architectural tiles and original home décor. Also offers custom tile and mosaic installation and design. 2750 Downhill Plaza, Unit 205, 970-846-6957, www.imaginedesignarts.com, call for appointments

Indian Art of Steamboat Springs

Offers quality Native American art and jewelry. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-8481, 10am-9pm daily

Karen Schulman Gallery

Fine art photography and giclée prints for the discriminating collector. P.O. Box 771640, 970-879-2244, www.focusadventures.com, by appointment

K. Saari Gallery

Showcases high-caliber local artists as well as emerging artists throughout the world in a downtown gallery space. New exhibits the ﬁrst Friday of every month. 837 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0188, www.ksaarigallery.com, noon-6pm T-Sat., noon-4pm Sun.

Leisure Mountain Studio

This gallery/coffee shop focuses on local and Colorado artists and roasts its own coffee, with exhibitions changing monthly. 158 Moffat Ave., Yampa, 970-638-4500, 7am4pm M-Sat.

Mountain Traditions

Fine art gallery and gift shop in downtown Steamboat specializes in contemporary Western, Native American and wildlife artworks. 833 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-7976 or 888-5881808, www.mountaintraditions.com, 10am-8pm M-Sat., 10am-6pm Sun.

Mary Pat Ettinger Studio

Home studio with an eclectic collection of land-

Displays the artwork of Don Tudor and Cully Kistler. Tudor’s photography includes local landscapes, nature, sports and architectural work. Kistler’s paintings and giclée prints reﬂect her 30 years in the area. 601 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7143, www.dontudorphotography.com, 10am-8pm daily.

Steamboat Art Company

Since 1975, Steamboat Art Company has offered art, gifts, jewelry, home accessories and furnishings. 903 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3383 or 800-5537853, www.steamboat-art.com, 10am-8pm M-Th and Sun., 10am-9pm F-Sat.

Steamboat Art Museum See description under Museums

Steele Images Studio

Shauna Steele Lamansky offers professional portraits and features a gallery of landscape images and her Floreo Series. 2851 Riverside Plaza, Ste. 5, 970-879-6213, www.steeleimagesstudio.com, 10am-5pm T-F, subject to change.

Sundrop Framing

541 Yampa Ave., Craig, 970-824-3709

TEI Fine Art

21365 W. US Hwy 40, 970-879-2240

The Portfolio Collection LTD 1016 Oak St., 970-879-371

Thomas D. Mangelsen’s Images of Nature

Recognized as one of the world’s premier nature, wildlife and landscape photographers, Mangelsen’s gallery offers limited-edition photographs from across the globe and many from Steamboat. 730 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-1822, www. mangelsen.com, 10am-8pm M-Sat., 10am6pm Sun. EXPLORESTEAMBOAT.COM

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Two Rivers Gallery LTD 970-879-0044

White Hart Gallery

Seven distinct rooms at the White Hart Gallery showcase furniture, rugs, upholstered goods, lamps and other interior furnishings. 843 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1015, 10am-8pm M-Sat., 10am-6pm Sun.

Wild Horse Gallery of Steamboat Springs

Located in the Sheraton Steamboat Resort, the Wild Horse Gallery focuses on ﬁne contemporary realism by local, regional and nationally known artists and includes original oil paintings, pastels, watercolors, drawings, bronze sculptures and blown glass. Sheraton Steamboat Resort, 970-879-7660, www.wildhorsegallery.com, 9am-7pm M-Sat., 9am-6pm Sun.

Wild Horse Gallery of Steamboat Springs — Downtown

This new 1,500-square-foot space has the same focus on contemporary realism as the Sheraton gallery, showcasing living artists’ works that bring the Western, mountain landscape to life. 802 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5515, www.wildhorsegallery.com, 10am-7pm daily.

Zing

Features an array of functional and decorative handmade arts. Discover an eclectic collection of decorative arts, specializing in a whimsical variety of handcrafted furniture and unique home décor. 345 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2524, www.steamboatzing.com, 10am-6pm M-Sat., 10am-5pm Sun.

Yippie-I-O 811 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-870-3354

❱❱ Bowling alleys Paradise Lanes

Six lanes with a bar and restaurant, arcade games and lanes open for public bowling all winter. 688 Main St., Walden, 970-723-8616, 10:30 am-9 pm daily, closed Th and Sun., league nights M-W and T afternoon, $3 a lane/game, $1 shoes.

Snow Bowl

Features 12 bowling lanes with automatic scoring, a small arcade, snack bar and full-service bar. Adults shouldn’t miss the Sunday and Tuesday night PBR Dollar Night ($1 for games, $1 cans of Pabst Blue Ribbon). 2090 Snow Bowl Plaza, Steamboat Springs, 970879-9840, 3-11 pm M-W, 1 pm-midnight Th-Sun., starting at $3 dollars a game per person and $3 for shoes, call for lane reservations, league night M and Th, Cosmic Bowling at 9 pm Sat.

Thunder Rolls Bowling Center

Throw down that 10th-frame turkey at one of Thunder Rolls’ 16 lanes or check out the billiards, darts and golf simulator or playroom for kids. Also includes full-service lounge. 990 Industrial Ave., Craig, 970-824-2695, 10 am-9 pm T, Th, 11:30 am-9 pm M, W, 11:30 am-midnight F, 1 pm-midnight Sat., 1-9 pm Sun., winter league nights T-F, open bowling F after 9:30 pm, $2 shoes for adults, $1 shoes for kids; $2.75/game weekdays until 6 pm, $3.50 afterwards, $3.50/game weekends, $4.25/game after 6 pm Sat.

❱❱ Cross-country skiing Elkhorn Outﬁtters

See description under Snowmobile tours.

Dutch Creek

See description under Guest ranches.

Town of Hayden

Dry Creek Park has a small cross-country ski loop

groomed at a little over a mile for skate or classic skiing, daylight hours, free. Also offers Trailbusters Ski and Snowboard Program, including ﬁve lessons and transportation to the Steamboat Ski Area. 513 S. Poplar St. (Dry Creek Park), directly south of fairgrounds, 970-276-3741, www. townofhayden.org.

skiers and snowshoers. 600 S. Ranney St., Craig, 970-824-5724, http:// co.moffat.co.us/parksandrec/facility-list.php, free.

Howelsen Hill Nordic Center

See description under Rock/ice climbing.

Features 21K of moderate to very technically challenging trails on Howelsen Hill that have played host to FIS World Cup events. No rentals available. Nordic Trail Season Pass $80, day pass $8. 835 Howelsen Parkway, 970-879-8499 or Nordic Hotline at 970-879-8552 x739, www.steamboatsprings.net, noon-8 pm M-F, 9 am-4 pm Sat. and Sun., Dec. 6-March 29 (conditions permitting).

Lake Catamount Touring Center

Has 75K of mostly beginner and moderate terrain, limited skate and classic-style ski rentals. $175 season pass, $16 for day pass. No dogs Fri.-Sun., private and semi-private lessons by appointment, 970-846-9206. 30065 Waters Edge Trail, 970-871-6667, www. catamountclub.com.

Latigo Ranch Touring Center

Dude ranch with a network of 60K of groomed trails for classic and freestyle cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Lessons available. No dogs. Walk-up, ride-down tubing hill on site. 201 Grand County Road 1911, Kremmling (west of Kremmling off Colo. Hwy 134), 970-724-9008, www.latigotrails.com, $15 for day, rental equipment ($12.50 day for skis, $7.50 for snowshoes), $175 overnight packages include trail use, cabin lodging and meals.

Loudy-Simpson Park

Located just south of Craig on the Yampa River, this park facility features six groomed miles of cross-country ski trails in the winter conﬁgured with a few different loop options winding through cottonwood trees, ideal for classic cross-country

Never Summer Nordic

See description under Hut trips.

Rocky Mountain Ventures Routt National Forest

Nine cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails on the west summit of Rabbit Ears Pass, from 1.6-7 miles. Informal maps available at Hahn’s PeakBears Ears Ranger District Steamboat ofﬁce on E. U.S. Highway 40, across from the Holiday Inn. No dogs on the groomed trails. 925 Weiss Dr., Steamboat Springs, 970-870-2299, www.fs.fed.us/r2/mbr/about/districts/hahnspeak. shtml/, 8 am-5pm M-F.

Steamboat Lake State Park

15K of mostly beginner and intermediate trails, 1.5-mile snowshoe trail, dogs on leash only. State Parks pass required of trail users, $6 a day/vehicle or $60 annually, available from visitors center or self-service station. 61105 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8793922, http://parks.state.co.us/parks/steamboatlake.

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The Local Exchange

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

15K of some beginner and mostly intermediate trails with full-service ski shop with classic and skate rentals (seasonal and daily) as well as snowshoe rentals, accessories, clothing and The Picnic Basket lunch and snack bar. Full-day backcountry ski tours offered W-Sat. 2000 Clubhouse Dr., Steamboat, 970-879-8180, www.nordicski.net, $220 for adult season pass and $16 for day pass, multi-day passes available, late arrival (after 1 pm), children’s and senior’s discounts apply, 9:15 am and 12:30 pm shuttles offered daily from the Gondola Transit Center, open 9 am-5 pm daily.

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water slide and lazy river. Also features a ﬁtness and exercise room with cardio and strength equipment, dance/ﬁtness studio, childcare room and lounge. 101 Ute Rd., Meeker (at Paintbrush Park), 970-878-3403, www.meekerrecdistrict.com, 5 am-9:30 pm M-F, 7 am-9:30 pm Sat., 9 am-6 pm Sun., $5/day adults; $3 youths and seniors, $2 children (3-12).

See descriptions under Museums.

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Yampa River State Park

Groomed 1.5-mile cross-country ski track (skate or classic) great for beginners or families through forested terrain and along the Yampa River. Need State Parks pass, $6 a day/vehicle or $60 annually. Pond ice skating and a new, outdoor hockey rink available at your own risk, no rentals. 6185 W. U.S. Hwy 40, Hayden, 970-276-2061, www.parks.state.co.us, open sunup to sundown daily, visitors center and bathrooms open, 8 am-4:30 pm daily.

Old Town Hot Springs

See description under Hot springs and pools.

Peak Fitness Center

Friendly workout facility with weight machines, free weights and cardio equipment as well as UV and UVfree tanning, personal training and ﬁtness testing. 11th Street and Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat, 970879-4943, www.peakﬁtnesssteamboat.com, 7 am-8 pm M-F, 9 am-2 pm Sat., 9 am-noon Sun., $10 for day membership, $40 for week membership, can apply to longer membership options.

Yampa Valley Golf Course

Roughly two miles of ﬂat trails winding along the Yampa River groomed during the winter for classic cross-country skiers and snowshoers. Free. 2179 Colo. Hwy 394, 970-824-5517 (Moffat County Parks and Rec) or 970-824-3764 (Tin Cup Grill open year-round, on-site, 11 am-9 pm).

❱❱ Dog Sled Tours

Steamboat Pilates, Yoga & Fitness Studio

Offers guests the opportunity to drive their own team of sled dogs on day trips on private ranch land near Steamboat. Half-day trips twice a day. Routt County Road 205 (11 miles west of Steamboat), 970-870-1782, www.steamboatdogsledding.com, offers pickup transportation.

you on the river, from entry-level equipment and rod and reel rentals to a comprehensive selection of fly-tying equipment and materials for the experienced angler. Year-round guided trips to exclusive and private waters. 507 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-6552, www.steamboatflyfisher.com, 8:30 am-5:30 pm daily, guided trips range from $210 to 600.

Red Runner Dog Sled Tours

Steamboat Lake Outﬁtters

Grizzle-T Dog & Sled Works

Morning and afternoon half-day trips offered at Stagecoach State Park. Call ahead for reservations and more information. P.O. Box 775633, Steamboat, 970-879-3647 (DOGS), www.redrunnerdogsledtours.com.

❱❱ Skiing and Snowboarding Howelsen Hill Ski Area

Also see description under Cross-country skiing. The oldest ski area in continuous use in Colorado has sent more skiers to international competition than any in North America and is home to the continent’s largest ski jumping complex. Four lifts, 15 trails, and 21K of cross-country trails. 845 Howelsen Parkway, 970-879-8499, Dec. 6March 29 (conditions permitting), call for prices, http://steamboatsprings.net/departments/parks_ recreation/facilities/howelsen_hill_ski_area/

Steamboat Powdercats

Longtime outﬁtter offers guided backcountry snowcat skiing and snowboarding tours on 10,000 permitted acres on Buffalo Pass, just north of Steamboat Springs. All-inclusive trips tailored to ability levels includes lunch and image disk from day. 1724 Ski Time Square Dr., 970-879-5188, www. steamboatpowdercats.com, mid-December through March, $400 per guest per day.

Steamboat Ski Area

Featuring 16 chairlifts, one gondola, 165 named runs, a 3,668 vertical-foot drop and 2,965 acres of skiable terrain spread across Christie Peak, Thunderhead Peak, Sunshine Peak and Storm Peak for skiers and riders of varying ages and abilities. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-879-6111, Nov. 27-April 12, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm., www. steamboat.com.

❱❱ Fishing Bucking Rainbow Outﬁtters

Orvis-endorsed outfitter with full-service fly shop, specializing in guided fishing trips to private waters. Fishing equipment available for rent. 730 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-8747 or 888-810-8747, open daily 7-9:45am to 9 pm, www.buckingrainbow.com, reservations recommended, $220 and up for guided trips.

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The only outfitter licensed to operate in Steamboat Lake State Park also has direct access to the national forest and 55 miles of groomed trails for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling guests of their bunkhouse, motel-style rooms and cabins. Full restaurant, bar and general store with gasoline on site, guided ice fishing trips also available. 60880 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8794404 or 800-342-1889, www.steamboatoutfitters. com, 8 am-8 pm daily (to 9 pm on weekends).

Steamboat Lake State Park

Features 14 electrical camping hookups available in the marina parking lot on a ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-served basis, as well as 10 small camper cabins (sparsely furnished with electric heaters and beds), $80 a night, max occupancy four to six people. Information, maps and state parks snowmobile registration available at the visitors center. 61105 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8793922 (visitors center) or 970-879-7019 (marina), http://parks.state.co.us/Parks/SteamboatLake

Straightline Sports

The oldest ﬂy-ﬁshing guide service and shop in Steamboat books trips year-round. Offers primarily half-day walk/wade trips to the Stagecoach Reservoir tailwaters with snowmobile access. Equipment rentals available. Also offers low rates on various Alpine ski rental packages (kids, basic, sport, hi-pro and demos) as well as snowboard, cross-country ski, snowshoe, boot and helmet rentals. 744 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-7568 or 800-354-5463, www.straightlinesports.com, 8 am-9 pm M-Sat., 8 am-6 pm Sun., individual walk/wade trips start at $210.

Wolford Mountain Campground

Campground including 48 campsites open all winter, electric only, no water, for ice ﬁshing at this 1,550 surface-acre reservoir at foot of Wolford Mountain. Send inquires to info@wolfordcampground.com. 27219 U.S. Hwy 40, Kremmling (reservoir 50 minutes east of Steamboat), 866-472-4943, www.wolfordcampground.com.

❱❱ Fitness Curves for Women

The largest ﬁtness franchise in the world has a pair of locations in Northwest Colorado. Curves members have access to the 30-minute resistance circuit ﬁtness programs, one-stop exercise, weight-

loss and nutrition information centers exclusively for women in both Steamboat and Craig. 2432 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-870-7877; 1111 W. Victory Way, Craig, 970-824-3971, www. curves.com, call each location for hours and membership costs.

Excel Gymnastics

Offers a variety of mat, yoga, cardio and reformer machine classes as well as combinations of each for a full range of abilities. Private, semi-private and trio instruction options also available. 1004 Lincoln Ave., No. 103, Steamboat, 970879-6788, www.steamboatpilatesandﬁtness.com, class schedules posted online, $15 for drop-in mat and spin classes, $10-12 with punch card.

Trapper Health Club

The new 2009 location for this local gymnastics studio caters to everything from parent-teacher classes helping 12- to 42-month-old children develop motor skills to dedicated USAG gymnasts looking to perfect routines and skills. Day-care and cheerleading classes available. 1955 Shield Dr., Steamboat, 970-879-3467, www.879-egos.com, check online for schedules, costs and moving updates.

The public can access this Colorado Northwestern Community College facility with free weights, a cardio room with elliptical machines, stationary bikes and treadmills as well as a racquetball and a short basketball court. 261 Commerce St., Craig, 970-824-6932, 5 am-9 pm M-F, 9 am-3 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., $7 for adults, $5 for children (18 or under).

Family Fitness Center

The Yoga Center of Steamboat

Located in the basement of Solandt Medical Clinic, Hayden’s Family Fitness Center features hydraulic and other cardio and strength circuit training equipment to help promote full-body health. 150 W Jackson Ave., Hayden, 970-276-3610, 7:30 am-7 pm M-F, Sat. and Sun. by appointment only, $29 a month for unlimited usage.

Forever Fit of Steamboat Springs

Offers personal training, physical therapy, rehab Pilates, Gyrotronic Exercise Machine, yoga and massage with personally designed training and rehabilitation programs. 345 S. Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-870-3484, www.foreverﬁtsteamboat.com

Fusion Fit

Individual personal training and intimate group ﬁtness classes, yoga/Pilates, spinning and massage. No membership required. 1625 Mid Valley Dr. No. 1, Steamboat, 970-8701444, www.fusionﬁtonline.com, 7 am-6 pm daily, call to sign up for a class or to schedule an appointment, drop-in group classes are $15.

Gymstar Fun N Fit Gymnastics

Full-size gymnastic space offers preschool classes and a variety of recreation and children’s classes as well as private instruction and private-party rentals. 400 Mack Lane, Craig, 970-824-2282, call for scheduling and prices.

Holistic Health & Fitness of Craig

This ﬁtness and wellness center has free weights, a full line of new Nautilus strength and cardio equipment, a boxing and martial arts training area, full spa, tanning beds and a smoothie/coffee bar. 420 Breeze St., Craig, 970-824-4700, www.holistichealthandﬁtnessinc.com, 5:30 am-9:30 pm M-F, 7 am-7 pm Sat. and Sun., $8 daily memberships, drop-in classes $5.

Meeker Recreation Center

Meeker’s new 25,000-square-foot center features a family aquatics area with a four-lane lap pool, diving well, therapeutic whirlpool, leisure pool,

Offers many styles and all levels of yoga as well as Pilates, tai chi, meditation and qigong classes in the classic studio space located in the Bear River Center. 701 Yampa St., 970-870-9985, www.yogacenterofsteamboat.com, class schedule online $15 for drop-ins, $11-$13.50 with punch card, $50 ﬁve-class new student sampler.

❱❱ Guest ranches Dutch Creek Guest Ranch

Located at the foot of Hahn’s Peak and across from the Steamboat Lake Marina, Dutch Creek offers sleigh ride gourmet dinners. Cross-country ski and snowmobile trail access from ranch, public is welcome to use on-site cross-county ski trail loop connecting from the lake loop. 61565 Routt County Road 62, Clark (25 miles north of Steamboat), 970-879-8519 or 800-7788519, www.dutchcreek.net, open year-round, offers pickup transportation, sleigh ride dinners $70 adults, $45 children (6-12), $10 children ﬁve and under.

Elk River Guest Ranch

Immerse yourself in views of the Zirkels with sleighride dinners in a unique tepee dining area set in an aspen grove. 29840 Routt County Road 64, Clark (18 miles north of downtown Steamboat), 970-879-6220 or 800750-6220, www.elkriverguestranch.com, pickup transportation, $95 adult, $75 for children.

Elkhorn Outﬁtters

See description under Snowmobile tours.

Pack Country Outﬁtters at Fish & Cross Ranch

In Yampa, this historic 20,000-acre working cattle ranch with a remodeled seven-bed lodge and cabin stays at a private, secluded cabin provides sleigh rides to the public in the winter as well as cross-country ski/snowshoe hut trips and day touring trips. One hut and two backcountry cabins for rent on private land with a third, remote cabin in the national forest, accessible by marked, groomed trails. EXPLORESTEAMBOAT.COM

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24300 Routt County Road 11, Yampa (45 minutes south of Steamboat), 970-638-1064, www.ﬁshandcrossranch.com and www.packcountryoutﬁtters.com, open year-round, call for organized family activities, discounts apply with overnight lodging (average overnight stay $300).

High Meadows Ranch

Winter cross-country skiing and snowshoeing open to the public on 20K of groomed beginner and intermediate trails, equipment available. Lodging available in pair of log lodges. Dogs allowed. Meals available on request. 20505 Routt County Road 16, Oak Creek (25 miles south and west of Steamboat), 970-7368416 or 800-457-4453, www.hmranch.com, trail fee and lunch $30 per person.

The Home Ranch

Private guest ranch offers limited dates at the beginning of December and in late March/April for public cross-country ski days on their 25K-trail system, $25 per person includes lunch, skiing, rentals and tax/gratuity. Reservations required. 54880 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8791780, www.homeranch.com.

Latigo Ranch

See description under Cross-country skiing.

Steamboat Lake Outﬁtters See description under Fishing.

❱❱ Helicopter rides Zephyr Helicopter Company

Based at Steamboat Springs Airport. Offers aerial photography flights, custom sightseeing tours, charter services, search and rescue and flight instruction. 1540 Meadow Lane, Steamboat, 970-879-0494 or 970-846-4677, www.zephyrhelicopter.com, 8 am-5 pm daily, call for flight pricing and scheduling.

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❱❱ Horseback & sleigh rides 4 Eagle Ranch

4 Eagle Ranch offers Belgian draft horse-drawn sleigh-ride dinners four nights a week to an 1890s cabin with singer-guitarist entertainment and also offers two guided winter horseback trail-ride options, Mondays to Saturdays, through Triple G Outﬁtters. 4098 Colo. Hwy 131, Wolcott (70 miles south of Steamboat), 970-926-3372, www.4eagleranch. com, call for costs.

Bar Lazy L Ranch

Offers dinner sleigh rides up the Elk River Valley. The three-hour experience features a sleigh ride from Percheron draft horses to a country dinner and live traditional Western music courtesy of the Yampa Valley Boys. Accommodates private parties, transportation available, reservations required. 26480 Routt County Road 52-E, Steamboat (8 miles northwest of Steamboat), 970-879-0095, www. barlazylranch.com, call for schedule and pricing.

Mesa Equestrian Center

Easy access to ranch property at the base of Rabbit Ear Pass, right off U.S. Highway 40 where 20-minute Percheron horse-drawn sleigh rides offer views of the nearby mountains and the upper Yampa Valley. Also provides riding lessons and horse training with winter horseback riding camps at an indoor, public riding facility with riding time rentals. 33250 McKinnis Creek Road, Steamboat, 970871-7998, call for pricing.

Del’s Triangle 3 Ranch

Del’s has been in continuous operation in North Routt since 1962, offering a pair of two-hour horseback rides in a wilderness environment with a free winter shuttle available from the Gondola Transit Center with 9 am and 1 pm pickups. 55675 Routt County Road 62, Clark (18 miles north of Steamboat), 970-879-3495, www. steamboathorses.com, $75 per person.

Dutch Creek

See description under Guest Ranches.

Elk River Guest Ranch

See description under Guest Ranches.

Ragnar’s

Offers a snowcat-drawn sleigh ride from the top of the Steamboat Ski Area gondola to a ﬁve-course, Scandinavian-style continental cuisine dinner with live acoustic entertainment. 2305 Mt. Werner Circle (top of the gondola), 970-871-5150 for reservations, www.steamboat. com, for reservations, dinner F-Sun and holiday nights, regular (non-holiday season rates are $98 for adults, $85 for teens, $62 for youths and $12 for children ﬁve and under.

Saddleback Ranch

Escape for the day to this family-owned, 8,000-acre working cattle ranch. Winter activities include twohour, half-day and evening dinner snowmobile tours, a pair of daily winter horseback rides, dinner sleigh rides to the Double Dollar Lodge as well as snow tubing on Yee-Haw Hill with a new warming lodge. 37350 RCR 179 (15 miles west of Steamboat), 970-879-3711, www.saddlebackranch.net

Sunset Ranch

Offers Belgian-Percheron, horse-drawn sleigh-ride dinner packages. The three-hour destination ride along the base of Deer Mountain takes you to a hearty dinner and country Western singer/guitarist, reservations necessary. 29420 Elk Horn Lane (three miles west of Steamboat), 970-879-0954, www.sunsetranchinc.com, 6 pm pickup at Gondola Transportation Center, $70 adults, $45 children (12 and under), $10 children (5 and under), free for lap children.

WindWalker Tours

Offers two horse-drawn sleigh rides along the Yampa River to hearty dinners (mesquite-grilled rib eye steak, chicken or veggie lasagna) featuring live entertainment and dancing. Also offers afternoon

sleigh rides. Six miles south of Steamboat off Colo. Hwy 131, 970-879-8065 or 800-748-1642, www. windwalkertours.com, nightly Dec.-March, $80 adults, $40 children (6-12), $10 for toddlers (2-5), group discounts and afternoon ride discounts apply, pickups at 1, 4:30 and 7:30 pm from the Meadow Parking Lot or Gondola Transit Center.

Yampa Valley Carriage Company

Provides horse-drawn sleigh rides for special events throughout the Yampa Valley. P.O. Box 771592, Steamboat, 970-871-9409 or 970-846-0982, www.yampavalleycarriagecompany.com, call for costs and details.

❱❱ Hot air ballooning Pegasus Balloon Tours/Wild West Balloon Adventures

Hot air heats up the daily morning flights in the Yampa Valley around Steamboat Springs. Courtesy van pickup and continental breakfast included. 42415 Deerfoot Lane, Steamboat, 970-879-9191 or 800-748-2487, www.wildwestballooning.com, Dec. 23 to the end of the ski season, 45-minute ﬂights start at $200 for adults, $125 for children (6-12), $185 for seniors.

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❱❱ Hot springs & pools Mark Anthony Evans-Lawton American Legion Post 62 pool

This American Legion post pool also features a hot tub, sauna, weight room, locker rooms and banquet and conference rooms. Open for an array of scheduled programs throughout the week. Available for rent. 1055 Moffat County Road 7, Craig, 970-8243625, $3.50 per person, $45 punch card, annual passes available, closed weekends and nights.

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Sprawling complex of 22 pools and private baths along the Colorado River. 5609 Grand County Road 20, Hot Sulphur Springs, 970-725-3306 or 800-510-6235, www.hotsulphursprings.com, open 8 am-10 pm year round.

Jackson County Indoor Swimming Pool

Four-lane, 25-meter pool with kiddie pool and exercise equipment available. 282 Washington St., Walden, 970-723-8629, 5:30 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-3 pm Sat. and Sun., $3 adults, $2.50 seniors 55 and up, $2 youths under 18, free children under 2, $3 for showers, $5 for shower kit.

Juniper Hot Springs

For centuries, American Indians camped near Juniper Mountain to soak in the “Healing Waters” springs that contain 24 minerals. Three indoor pools and one outdoor pool. 8090 Moffat County Road 53, Lay (25 miles west of Craig), 970-756-4688, www.juniperhotsprings. com, 7 am-7 pm, $5 a person, campsites $10 a night.

Meeker Recreation Center See description under Fitness.

Moffat County High School

Competition-size, 25-yard pool with six lanes and a diving well open to the public after school hours, 6-7 pm for lap swimming, 7-8:15 pm public swim M-Th., 12-1 pm for lap swimming, 1-4 pm public swim on Saturdays. 900 Finley Lane, Craig, 970-824-7036 or 970824-8151, $3 for adults, $2 for children/students, punch passes and season passes available.

Old Town Hot Springs

Steamboat’s historic hot springs pools have been remodeled with a pair of new 230-foot water slides, three renovated outdoor hot spring mineral pools, 25-yard lap pool with adjoining ﬁtness center and childcare

center. Exercise, Pilates and yoga classes, Hot Springs Bodyworks Massage therapy options, performance sports medicine and swim lessons available. 136 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-1828, www. oldtownhotsprings.org, 5:30 am-9:45 pm M-F, 7 am-8:45 pm Sat., 8 am-8:45 pm Sun, waterslides open 4 pm-8 pm on winter schedule, call or visit Web site admission fees and class schedules.

Strawberry Park Hot Springs, Lodging & Massage

Nestled between Rocky Peak and Copper Ridge, a series of steaming springs spew from the hillside into Hot Springs Creek, partitioned off into a series of natural stone pools. Massages, camping and cabin rental options available by reservation. It is illegal to drive the last two miles of steep gravel road without four-wheel drive or chains, mandatory Nov. 1-May 1. Companies like Hot Springs Adventures (970-8791873) and Sweet Pea Tours (970-879-5820) provide recommended winter transportation and 24-hour access to the hot springs, call for shuttle reservations and pick-up locations. 44200 Routt County Road 36 (seven miles north of Steamboat), 970-879-0342, www.strawberryhotsprings.com. 10 am-10:30 pm Sun.-Th (entry until 9:30 pm), 10 am-midnight F-Sat. (entry until 10:30 pm), $10 for adults, $5 for teens (1317), $3 for kids (3-12), no credit cards.

❱❱ Hut trips

and yurts in the State Forest State Park. Yurts set up with beds, wood-burning stoves, outhouses and basic cooking facilities. Reservations necessary. Eight-mile, out-and-back around cross-country ski/snowshoe loop as well as a 10K loop at the State Forest State Park Moose Visitor Center, on Colo. Hwy 14 near Gould, call beforehand. 247 Jackson County Road 41, Walden, 970-7234070, www.neversummernordic.com, last week of Nov., to last week of April, $110 plus tax per night F-Sun., $90 plus tax per night M-Th ($10 extra for Dancing Moose and Clark Peak Yurts), state park fees apply.

❱❱ Ice skating Howelsen Ice Arena

The only ice rink in Steamboat features an Olympic-size sheet of ice and hosts an array of activities and programs. Daily public skate times and the drop-in hockey schedule are subject to change, call to conﬁrm times. 285 Howelsen Parkway, Steamboat, 970-8794300 ex333, automated info line 970-8790341, www.steamboatsprings.net, public skating free for 5 and under, $5 for youths, $6 for adults and $3 for seniors 50 and over, drop-in hockey is $9 for youths and $10 for adults, hourly ice rentals and skate sharpening available, skate rentals $3.

Moffat County Park & Recreation Shop-Ice Arena

Pack Country Outﬁtters

See description under Guest ranches. Pair of rustic yurts available year-round for rent less than a half mile from park gate. Cooking bench outside. Beds but no bedding. 61105 RCR 129, Clark, 970-879-3922 or reservations, http://parks.state.co.us/Parks/SteamboatLake, $60 a night.

Located just south of Craig in Loudy-Simpson Park. Figure and hockey skate rentals available ($3). Concessions on site. 600 S. Ranney St., Craig, 970-824-3011, http://co.moffat.co.us/parksandrec/facility-list. php, public skating $3.50 per person per session, 3-4:30 pm M-Th, 1-2:30 pm and 2:45-4:15 pm F-Sun, $5 drop-in hockey 4:30-5:45 pm F, mens, womens and coed leagues available.

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Oak Creek Ice Rink

Pearl Lake State Park

System of nine secluded backcountry cabins, huts

Anytime Oak Creek’s outdoor, roofed rink is not in

use by a hockey team (typically 5-9 pm), it’s open for public skating at your own risk. 222 Kodiak Lane, Oak Creek, 970-736-0261(Oak Creek Hockey Association), www.oakcreekhockey. org has game schedules and times for Friday night adult hockey drop-in games, donated skates available for use.

Kremmling Ice Rink

Kremmling just roofed its outdoor rink on the east side of town, open for public skating at your own risk anytime not in use by the local hockey teams. North side of U.S. Hwy 40 across from McElroy Air Field, 970-724-9768 (Cattle Kings Youth Hockey Association).

Walden Community Ice Rink

Opens as soon as the ice freezes, daylight to 10 pm when the lights are turned off. Located directly east of the high school building. Skating is free. Occasional pick-up hockey games. 910 Fourth Street, Walden, 723-8480.

Yampa River State Park

See description under cross-country skiing.

❱❱ Arts activities All A Boat Beads

Offers different classes monthly, basic beading to weaving techniques, in a store that carries a wide selection of all-natural stone, glass and wooden beads and beading tools. 635 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-870-1441, 9:30 am-9:30 pm daily.

The Fiber Exchange

Fiber arts retail store in downtown Steamboat Springs with separate weaving studio and teaching facilities. Weekly classes offered. 624 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-9090, www.theﬁberexchange.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat., noon-4 pm Sun., $55 punch card for ﬁve classes, $12.50 for individual classes.

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Retail music store offers repairs and lessons in piano, violin, guitar, banjo, bass and percussion. 1744 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-871-4661, www. steamboatspringsmusic.com, 10 am-6 pm T-Sat., noon-6 pm M, call for costs and appointments.

Focus Adventures

Private instruction and photography workshops hosted locally. Year-round, customized local photo tours as well as international photo tours to exotic shooting locations abroad. P.O. Box 771640, Steamboat, 970-879-2244, www.focusadventures.com, call for program/instruction costs.

The Potter’s Wheel

Contemporary paint-your-own pottery studio located just a few minutes from downtown. Open for walk-in studio time (reservations recommended for groups of six or more), private parties of eight or more can reserve time during off-studio hours. 2780 Acre Lane, 879-4944, www.potterswheelsteamboat.com, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; noon- 4 pm Sat.-Sun., $6 studio fee covers glazing, ﬁring and facility use with a broad selection of ready-made ceramics to choose from, anywhere from $5 to $55. Mondays closed, happy to ship for visitors.

Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym

Provides studio space and locker system for members and visitors to explore a variety of artistic outlets as well as workshops, seminars and classes taught by local and regional artists and crafters. 1280 13th St., Steamboat, 970-870-0384, 9 am6:30 pm M-Sat., daily memberships start at $10 for a half-day adult pass, $5 for a child.

Northwest Ballet Studio

Spacious, downtown studio with heated, hardwood sprung ﬂoor offers a variety of classes and workshops for all ages and abilities — from Irish ceili, belly, salsa, swing, ballroom, hip hop and modern/jazz dance to Pilates and yoga. Available

for rent and home to the Northwest Ballet of Steamboat Springs, children’s danceworks and Steamboat Dance Theatre (www.steamboatdancetheatre.org). 326 Oak St., Steamboat, 970-871-1880, www. northwest-ballet.com, schedules posted online.

Steamboat Springs Orchestra

This community-based, nonproﬁt organization hopes to nourish hearts and minds through challenging, educational and rewarding orchestral experiences from its professional orchestra, youth orchestra and chamber music program. 1885 Elk River Plaza, Ste. 200, Steamboat, 970-870-3223, www.steamboatorchestra.org, regular season tickets are $30 for adults, $15 for students.

Strings Music Festival

Nationally recognized music festival in its 21st year presents extensive performances in the new Strings Music Pavilion, providing a stage large enough to seat a full orchestra and a unique design reminiscent of a stringed instrument. This winter will host the Carnegie Mellon Trio Dec 28 and a pair of kids concerts Dec 29. 900 Strings Road, Steamboat, 970-879-5056, www.stringsmusicfestival.com, visit Web site for concert schedule and ticket information.

❱❱ Indoor (outdoor) activities Golf Etc. Steamboat Springs

Shop boasts a pair of pro swing-hitting bays, virtual golf to analyze club head speed, with vector launch monitor to analyze swing and spin on the ball. Also offers 24-hour repairs and some golf rentals. 1755 Central Park Plaza, Steamboat, 970-8798072, www.golfetcsteamboat.com, 10 am-6 pm daily, $20/hour for hitting bays, custom ﬁtting starts at $100, bag analysis for $50.

Mesa Equestrian Center

See description under Horseback and sleigh rides.

Routt County Fairgrounds

Routt County’s complete fairgrounds facility boasts an exceptional 27,600-square-foot, multipurpose building/indoor arena set up with roping amenities and open for riding and roping. Exhibit hall, facility and horse stalls also on site with event equipment rentals available. 398 S. Poplar St., Hayden, 970-276-3068, www. routtcountyfair.org, indoor arena open to public riding, $5 per person per hour (horses not provided).

Sidney Peak Ranch Properties

Private 32-stall barn, indoor riding facility, full indoor Olympic-size dressage arena and outdoor paddock stalls, Call for availability and costs. 435 Lincoln Ave., Routt County Road 14, Steamboat, 970-871-0141, www.sidneypeakranch.com.

The Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs

Six cushioned indoor hard courts mark one of the ﬁnest public playing facilities in Colorado, which regularly hosts local, state, sectional and national tournaments. The full-service pro shop, which has premier racket rentals and demos, provides Steamboat’s only racket restringing services. 2500 Pine Grove Rd., Steamboat, 970-879-8400, www.10s.com, 8 am-9 pm daily, call for rates and info about private and group instruction.

❱❱ Libraries Bud Werner Memorial Library

Steamboat’s public library features a newly expanded 25,000-square-foot addition to accommodate public spaces, additional parking, 28 computers, a coffee shop, archive room, expanded collections, children’s interactive Storytime Room and group study rooms. 1289 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-0240, www.steamboatlibrary.org, 9 am-8 pm M-Th, 9 am-6 pm F, 9 am-5 pm Sat., noon-5 pm Sun., closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day and Easter Day.

Colorado Mountain College Alpine Campus Library

A college library housing approximately 22,000 volumes of books with a varied selection of movies, documentary DVDs and CDs, maps of western Colorado, periodicals and state documents. 1330 Bob Adams Dr. (third ﬂoor of Bristol Hall), Steamboat, 970-870-4445, www.coloradomtn. edu/library, 9 am-9 pm M-Th, 9 am-5 pm F, noon-5 pm Sat., 1-9 pm Sun., free and open to public.

❱❱ Movie theaters Carmike Chief Plaza 4 Theater

Daily showings on four digital screens in a downtown Steamboat Springs location. 813 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-0181, www.carmike.com, $7 adult, $6.50 child (311) for matinee, $9.50 adult, $6.50 child for evening. $6.50 for seniors.

Metropolitan Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas

Digital sound and 35-by-35-foot screens in the six auditoriums with full or partial stadium seating located in the Wildhorse Marketplace. 655 Marketplace Plaza, Steamboat, 970-8708222, www.metrotheatres.com, $8.75 for adult evening, $6 for adult matinee, $6 for seniors and children all shows, call for show times.

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Two cinema screens available at this central Craig location. 29 E. Victory Way, Craig, 970-824-2000, call for show times.

❱❱ Museums Hayden Heritage Center

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WHAT TO DO exhibits artifacts including historic saddles, the Sullivan Rock and Fossil Collection and a collection of photographs. 300 W. Pearl, Hayden, 970-276-4380, www.yampavalley.info/history0085.asp, open three days a week, call ahead and leave a message request for days and hours, free.

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Museum of Northwest Colorado

Come in for a great new look or a relaxing manicure. Applause is pleased to pamper you. 1920 Pine Grove Road, 970-870-6541, 9 am-6 pm M-F.

A-Head in Style by Dawn Zulian

A hair salon with a fantastic personal touch that’s celebrating 20 years in business. 1317 Dream Island Plaza No. 17, 970-879-7513, 8:30 am-8:30 pm M-F.

Applause Hair & Nail Salon

In the historic former Colorado State Armory building, the Museum of Northwest Colorado houses the Cowboy and Gunﬁghter Museum as well as a pair of new exhibits celebrating Craig’s centennial and the work of Alexander Phimister Proctor. The museum also showcases a collection of nearly 1,000 cowboy artifacts and railroad memorabilia. 590 Yampa Ave., Craig, 970-824-6360, www. museumnwco.org, 9 am-5 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat., free admission.

Bee Bop Hair Salon

Complete hair services for men, women and children. Walk-ins welcome. 635 Lincoln Ave. Suite M, 970-879-9671, 9 am-5 pm T-Sat.

Bella Salon

Rangely Outdoor Museum

Preserves the unique past of the Rangely area in historic buildings and exhibits divided into three distinct periods: American Indian and prehistory, pioneer and ranching and energy development. 500 Kennedy Dr., Rangely, 970-675-2612, www. rangelychamber.com/museums.htm, Open by appointment only during the winter.

Steamboat Art Museum

Housed in the historic First National Bank building, the free downtown museum features two galleries and a gift shop and hosts events such as lecture series, workshops and educational outreach programs. 807 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-870-1755, www.steamboatartmuseum.org, 11 am-6 pm T-Sat., noon-4 pm Sun.

Tracks & Trails Museum

Located in the old Oak Creek Town Hall, the museum offers nine permanent exhibits and one rotating exhibit about the industry and identity of diverse immigrants to the area coal mines and mills. Also features the Artist’s/Collector’s Wall to help visitors experience the history of Oak Creek, Phippsburg and the surrounding area. 129 E. Main St., Oak Creek, 970-736-8245, www. yampavalley.info/tracksandtrails.asp, 10 am-3 pm T-Sat., free.

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Bella Salon offers Apothecari products and all hair and beauty services. 625 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5503, 9:30 am-5 pm M-F.

Brio Salon & Spa Museum guests experience 100 years of American life, ingenuity and advancement, including license plate and chainsaw collections, a working blacksmith shop and a new trophy room for rent. The Pagoda Store houses local arts and crafts from around the valley. Wyman’s fourth annual Winter Festival is Feb. 14-15. One-mile cross-country ski/snowshoe track next to the Yampa River. 94350 E U.S. Hwy 40, Craig, 970-824-6346, www.wymanmuseum.com, 9 am-5 pm M-F, 11 am-4 pm Sat. and Sun., free admission.

Yampa-Egeria Museum

Housed in the historic Bank of the Yampa Building built in 1903, this grassroots museum displays the rich history of the Upper Egeria region. 100 Main St., Yampa, 970-638-4511, http://yampavalley.org/history0141.asp, open by appointment only during the winter.

❱❱ Other outdoor activities Bears Ears Sportsman Club’s Cedar Mountain Range

300-yard outdoor riﬂe and 50-yard outdoor pistol range for members. P.O. Box 622, Craig (4.5 miles northwest of Craig on Moffat County Road 7), 970-824-8376 or 970-824-6755, www.bearsears.org, open for public days Dec. 1-March 1 during daylight hours, memberships $40/year (must be NRA member).

The 1908 Queen Anne-style Zimmerman House is the heart of this downtown Steamboat museum where a turn-of-the-century kitchen, dining room, parlor and bedroom bring you back in time to imagine life as the pioneers lived it. Rotating exhibits highlight the historic people and places that embody Steamboat Springs’ colorful heritage. Permanent displays explore skiing, Native American arts, children’s toys, and a Wild West room with a firearms collection featuring outlaw tales and relating the area’s ranching heritage. 800 Oak St., Steamboat, 970-879-2214, www. treadofpioneers.org, 11 am-5 pm T-Sat., $5 for adults, $4 for seniors (over 62), $1 for children (under 12). Free for Routt County residents.

Offers a full range of winter driving programs for all abilities on premier ice- and snow-covered courses just west of Steamboat. 1850 Ski Time Sq. Dr., Steamboat, 970-879-6104 or 1-800-WHY-SKID, www.winterdrive.com, 8 am-5 pm.

White River Museum

Dig This

Housed in an 1880 U.S. Army ofﬁcer quarters building, the museum showcases artifacts that bring to life the rich pioneer history of Meeker from Teddy Roosevelt’s visit to the infamous story behind the Meeker Massacre. 565 Park St., Meeker, 970-878-9982, open for limited hours in the winter, call ahead, free.

World Footbag Association

Step into the sacred ground of this sport’s world association that has been in business for 25 years. The “work-in-progress” museum enshrines the world champions and pioneers of the sport along with a footbag (hacky sack) gift store. 2673 Jacob Circle, Suite 400, Steamboat (west side of town off Downhill Dr.), 970-870-9898, http://worldfootbag.com, call ahead or stop by, 9 am-5 pm M-F.

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Bridgestone Winter Driving School

The ﬁrst heavy equipment experience play area in the country invites individuals and groups to operate snowcats, dozers, excavators and skid loaders to their earth- and snow-moving delight, incorporating team-building games and activities at a 10-acre natural gravel bed site. 26210 W U.S. Hwy 40 (two miles west of Steamboat), 970-367-4402 or 888-344-8447, www.digthis.info, open all winter Th.-Sun. to the public, call or visit Web site for pricing.

Hayden Shooting Range

Colorado Division of Wildlife-managed 100-, 200- and 300-yard riﬂe and pistol range, open to the public from dawn until dusk year-round. A Colorado Wildlife Habitat Stamp is required to use this range, sold through the DOW’s service centers and license agents. Two miles south of Hayden on Routt County Road 37, 970-870-2197 (CDOW Steamboat ofﬁce).

Routt County Riﬂe Club

Facilities include clubhouse and trap, skeet, sporting clays, heated indoor .22, outdoor pistol, 25-, 50-, 75-, 100- and 200-yard riﬂe ranges. Annual membership dues cost $75 with one-time, new-member application fee of $25. P.O. Box 773116, Steamboat (two miles west of town on U.S. Hwy 40), 970-870-0298, www. routtcountyriﬂeclub.com.

Walden Public Shooting Area

Public Bureau of Land Management range, open year-round, has three benches with range distances of 50, 100, 200 and 300 yards. No trash service. Four miles east of Walden on Jackson County Road 12E, 970-723-4625.

Yampatika

This local nonproﬁt environmental education organization hosts a winter schedule of activities that range anywhere from snowshoe excursions (free-$12 depending on location), backcountry tours ($55, $50 for members), Ski with a Naturalist programs (free) and ‘Soup Sessions’ lectures ($15). The Nature Store sells guidebooks and maps and rents snowshoes for $5 a day. 925 Weiss Drive, Steamboat, 970-871-9151, www.yampatika.org, 8:30 am-5 pm M-F.

❱❱ Rock/ice climbing Rocky Mountain Ventures

Experience Routt County’s vertical offerings with a pair of half-day ice climbing trips (Dec-March) up Fish Creek Falls. Equipment and transportation provided. Also offers guided snowshoe tours on Rabbit Ears Pass and in Pleasant Valley with half- and full-day trips and full moon tours as well as half-, full-day and private guided backcountry cross-country ski tours. 435 Lincoln Ave. (southeast corner of Fifth St., and Lincoln), Steamboat, 970-870-8440, www. steamboatclimbing.com, check online for costs.

At Brio Salon and Spa, design and professionalism have merged to create a warm, inviting atmosphere where each individual is treated with the utmost care and personal attention. 825 Oak St., 970-870-6541, www.biosalonandspa.com, 9 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Boots & Nails

The nail service, permanent cosmetics, and ear piercing at Boots & Nails will delight you in every way. 1136 Yampa St. No. 2, 970-879-9991, available by appointment.

Champu Hair Studio

Champu offers unique and personalized hair care service. Riverside Plaza, 970-879-4900, available by appointment.

Chris’ Hair Styling

Chris’ offers hair service in a personalized setting. No surprises — you get what you want. 1124 Yampa St., 970-879-3088, 8 am-5 pm M-F.

Comb Goddess

Comb Goddess specializes in cuts, color and highlights. Featuring Bumble & Bumble products. 1104 Lincoln Suite 102, 970-871-0606, available by appointment.

The Cut Above

Superior service with superior style is what you will get at The Cut Above. 837 Lincoln Ave., 970- 871-7141, 9:30 am-5 pm M-F.

Cutting Room

High-quality hair care in a high-quality atmosphere. 800 Weiss Drive Unit C, 970-871-7861, available by appointment.

Dragonﬂy Hair Studio

❱❱ Salons & spas

For a great style and a warm conversation, turn to Kathy at Dragonﬂy Hair Studio. 702 Oak St., 970-879-6543.

Abracadabra Hair Design

Exclusive Nails & Tanning

Individualized attention and creative hair design is offered at Abracadabra. 2135 Burgess Creek Road No. 302, 970-8708000, available by appointment.

Advanced and Healing Massage

Incredible massage and body work clients will absolutely love. 2955 Village Drive No. 2, 970-879-2444, 8 am-8 pm M-Sat.

Aesthetica Medical Spa

Facials, thermage, glycolic peels, botox, photofacial, laser hair removal and microdermabrasion are among the offered services. 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 210, 970-8792256, www.sandieivinsmd.com, 9 am-5 pm by

At Exclusive Nails & Tanning, the name says it all! 1815 Central Park Plaza, 970-870-7870, 9 am-7 pm M-F, 11 am-5 pm Sat.

Gallery Hair Salon

Fabulous all-service salon on Yampa Street. Experience the ’Boat’s most experienced beauty salon. 1136 Yampa St., 970-879-9699, 9 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Hair on Earth Salon

Enjoy a fabulous spa-like salon and quality hair care with superior Aveda products. 437 Oak St., 970-879-2662, 10 am-6 pm T-F, 10 am-5 pm Sat.

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Jenet’s Salon Trends

Unique and personal salon services in a comfortable atmosphere. 100 Park Ave., 970-871-9478, 10 am-6 pm M-F.

Mountain Kuts

Your stop for drop-in haircuts, Mountain Kuts is always available for a new ’do. One of the best values in Steamboat! 405 Anglers Drive Unit D, 970-870-0385, 10 am-7 pm M-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

Mountain Hair Studio

With an outstanding downtown location, Mountain Hair is your spot for hair, nails and massage therapy. 675 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-870-1586, available by appointment.

Nail Galere

Shear Performance

Nail Wizard

The Grand Day Spa

Styling in Steamboat

You’ll leave Styling in Steamboat in style! 440 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-1885, available by appointment.

Choose from luxurious and relaxing massage and body treatments, state-of-the-art medical aesthetics, creative and trendy hair and nail services or put together a complete package that rejuvenates mind, body and soul. 1110 Yampa St., 970-875-0271, www.watersidedayspa.com, 9 am-6 pm T-Sat.

Electrolysis in a comfortable atmosphere with a personal touch. 200 Caribou Lane, 970-879-5211, available by appointment.

Wildhorse Salon

Your location for superior spa services on the mountain. 2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-879-5606, Open daily 10 am-7 pm.

Bear River Day Spa

Spruce Up! Hair Care

The best hair care in Steamboat. Come in — you’ll be treated like a local. 702 Oak St. No. 1, 970-879-1722, 9 am-5 pm M-Sat. by appointment.

Waterside Day Spa & Salon

Professional Electrology

Haircuts, colors and styles as well as skin care and massage that will rejuvenate any client. 810 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6945, available by appointment. Take in the amazing atmosphere in this riverside spa, and leave all your worries at the door. 701 Yampa St., 970-879-8282, www.bearriverspa.com, 9 am-8 pm M-F.

Tribeca offers a wide range of hair care products including Phyto Hair Products. 1915 Alpine Plaza, 970-870-8282, 10 am-5 pm T-Sat. by appointment.

Amazing nails are just a whiz away. Stop in to see the magic. 440 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6204, 9 am-5 pm M-Th, 9 am-3 pm F.

Body Boutique

Professional hair care with superior service, come to receive the best quality in town. 842 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6127, available by appointment.

Tribeca Hair Studio

Nails, nails, and more nails. Come in for a great manicure. 1306 Lincoln Ave. Unit B, 970-879-5322, available by appointment.

Scruples Salon & Spa

Incredible atmosphere with only the best service is what you will ﬁnd at Serenity. 702 Oak St. No. 10, 970-879-3381, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Between downtown and the mountain, Wildhorse Salon is “on the way” from anywhere in Steamboat. Call to book today. 690 Marketplace Plaza No. 4, 970-879-1222, www.steamboatsalon.com, 9 am-8 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat.

Steamboat’s ﬁnest hotel boasts one of the ﬁnest day spas. 2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5514, available by appointment.

Life Essential Wellness Spa

This downtown spa will take you away to another world. Experience incredible pampering. You deserve it! 345 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-9543, www.lifeessential-inc.com, 9 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Rocky Mountain Day Spa

Your Steamboat Springs day spa; they offer the total experience including massage, body wraps, body exfoliation, body waxing, facials and aromatherapy. Fifth Street and Lincoln Avenue, 970-870-9860, www.steamboatmassage.com, 9 am-7 pm M-Sat.

❱❱ Craig Accent on Beauty

Full-service salon by appointment only. 633 Leford St., 970-824-6149, by appointment only, women’s haircut is $15.

Allie Oop

Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. 406 Yampa Ave., 970-824-2271, 10 am-6 pm MF, 10 am-3 pm Sat., women’s haircut is $18.

Attitudez Hair Nailz and Tanning

Full-service salon by appointment only. Hair, tanning and nails. Conveniently located in Centennial Mall. 1111 W. Victory Way, 970-824-2300, by appointment only, women’s haircut is $25.

CNCC Cosmetology School

Full-service salon located behind K-Mart. Hair, nails, waxing, facials, pedicures and manicures. 1280 Industrial Ave., 970-826-2762, by appointment only.

Gretel’s Hair Studio

Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. 442 Yampa Ave., 970-824-2240, call for hours, women’s haircut is $22.

Imagemakers Salon

Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. 458 Yampa Ave., 970-824-6488, 10 am-7 pm MF, 11 am-4 pm Sat., women’s haircut is $25.

KnezOvations

Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. Hair, nails and waxing. 535 Yampa Ave. Suite 100, 970-824-0341, 9 am5 pm M-Sat., women’s haircut is $25.

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Serenity Spa

116 Eighth St., 970-879-1750, available by appointment.

New Images

Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. Hair, tanning, waxing and more. 337 W. Victory Way, 970-824-5705, 9 am-6 pm M-F, Sat. by appointment, women’s haircut is $28.

Salon 11

Walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. 571 Yampa Ave, 970-824-4064, 10 am-6 pm T-F, Sat. by appointment, women’s haircut is $25.

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❱❱ Snowshoeing

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Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. Hair, tanning, nails and waxing. 2017 W. Victory Way, 970-826-0092, 9 am-8 pm MF, 9 am-5 pm Sat., women’s haircut $23 and up.

High Meadows Ranch

See description under Guest ranches.

Latigo Ranch

See description under cross-country skiing.

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Rocky Mountain Ventures

Full-service salon, walk-ins welcome but an appointment is recommended. Family hair care specialists. 487 Yampa Ave., 970-824-4335, 9 am-5 pm M-F, Sat. by appointment, women’s haircut is $28.

See description under Rock/ice climbing.

Steamboat Lake State Park

See description under Cross-country skiing.

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp.

❱❱ Ski & Snowboard rentals Backdoor Sports

Full telemark and cross-country skiing touring packages available for rent, discounts available for multiple days. Also covers your backcountry needs — maps, climbing and backpacking gear, tents, backpacks, snowshoes, rock-climbing harnesses and shoes. 841 Yampa St., 970-879-6249, www.backdoorsports.com, 8:30 am-7 pm daily.

Black Tie Ski Rentals

Ski rental delivery service offers full line of premium, performance, development and junior ski and snowboard rental options. 1625 Mid Valley Dr., No. 2, Steamboat, 970-8703172 or 800-821-4757, www.blacktieskis.com

Christy Sports

Offers seasonal rental packages (basic, sport and performance and demos) for adults and kids, skis and snowboards, helmets, cross-country skis, snowshoes and some Snowblades, in two locations. Precision hand tuning shops on site. 1724 Mount Werner Circle, Steamboat (Clock Tower Square), 970-879-9011; 1835 Central Park Plaza, Steamboat, 970-879-1250, 8 am-8 pm daily, www.christysports.com.

Door 2 Door by Christy Sports

1625 Mid Valley Dr., No. 1, Suite 158, Steamboat, 970-879-9170, www.d2dskis.com.

Powder Tools

Across the bridge from the transit center, this snowboard shop with a demo ﬂeet of the latest boards has some performance packages (boots, boards, bindings) and junior rentals including helmets. Discounts available online. 2305 Mount Werner Circle (Gondola Square), Steamboat, 970-879-1645 or reservation line 877SKI-SMAR, www.powdertools.com, 8 am-7 pm daily.

SportStalker

Offers four Alpine ski rental packages (basic, sport, performance and demo) helmet rentals and some Snowblades, in two locations. 2305 Mount Werner Circle (Gondola Square), Steamboat, 970-879-0371; 2304 Apres Ski Way (Best Western Ptarmigan Inn), Steamboat, 970-879-3465, www.christysports.com, 8 am-8 pm daily.

The Click Skate & Snow

Offers snowboard package demos with the latest boards. 1809 Central Park Dr., Steamboat, 970-8795861, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

Motion Sports

Rents cross-country skis, snowshoes and ice skates with skate sharpening and repair. Maps available. 208 Eagle Ave., Kremmling, 970-724-9067, motionsports@rkymtnhi.com, 1 pm-6 pm T-Sat.

One Stop Ski Shop

Junior, adult sport, premier and demo Alpine ski rental packages (skis, boots and poles), junior and adult all-mountain freestyle snowboard rental packages (boards, boots and bindings) as well as helmets, cross-country skis, snowshoes and skiboards. Online reservations available (discounted). 35 11th St., Steamboat, 970-879-4754 or 877754-7474, www.onestopskishop.net, store hours 8 am-8 pm daily. 40 | EXPLORE STEAMBOAT WINTER 2008-09

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Ski Haus International

Ski and snowboard rental packages and junior and adult season lease program as well as ski and snowboard repair shop and snowshoe rentals. 705 Marketplace Plaza, 970-871-4570, www. sportsauthority.com, call for winter hours.

Gondola Square, 970-871-5346 or 800-8599959, 8 am-6 pm, holidays until 7:30 pm., reservations recommended, child and teen discounts apply. Steamboat Ski & Sport, Steamboat Grand — Provides winter equipment rentals for guests of the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel & Condominiums with in-room ﬁtting available. Lobby level of the Steamboat Grand, 2300 Mt. Werner Circle, Steamboat, 970-871-5358, 7:30 am-7 pm daily. Steamboat Ski Rentals — Gondola Square location, junior and beginner to high performance and telemark ski equipment package and helmet rentals; 970-871-5346 or 800-859-9959, 8 am-6 pm, holidays until 7:30 pm., reservations recommended, child and teen discounts apply.

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

Rents various junior, adult sport, high-performance and demo Alpine ski rental packages as well as various snowboard, telemark and cross-country ski (classic touring and Nordic skate) rental packages. Also rents snowshoes, outerwear, helmets and accessories (gaiters, climbing skins, shovels and sleds). 1457 Pine Grove Rd., Steamboat, 970-879-0385 or 800-932-3019, www.skihaussteamboat.com, 8 am-8 pm daily, call or check online for pricing.

Sports Authority

Downtown location offers adult intro-, mid- and high-performance Alpine ski packages (skis, boots and poles), two levels of kids ski packages, adult and kid snowboard rental packages, telemark and cross-country ski packages, snowshoe rentals as wells as ski, snowboard and telemark boot demo packages. Online reservations must be placed at least four days in advance. 442 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-9144, www.steamboatskiandbike.com, 8 am-8 pm M-Sat., 8 am-7 pm Sun., call or check Web site for prices.

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation

2305 Mount Werner Circle, Steamboat, 970-8796111, www.steamboat.com. Grand Ski Shop — provides winter equipment rentals (junior and beginner to high performance and telemark ski equipment packages, snowboard equipment packages and helmet rentals) for guests of the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel & Condominiums with in-room ﬁtting available. Lobby level of the Steamboat Grand, 2300 Mt. Werner Circle, Steamboat, 970-871-5358, 7:30 am-7 pm daily. NewStix Ski Technology and Sales Center — on-mountain yurt location atop the gondola with halfand full-day demos available with on site repair shop. RideSports — Gondola Square’s premier snowboard and lifestyle shop; Rossignol snowboard rentals (with freestyle bindings) for youths and adults as well as helmet rentals; 970-871-5349 or 970-879-6111 ext. 3489, 8 am-6 pm, holidays until 7 pm. Ski Delivery Express of Steamboat — Personalized, in-room equipment ﬁtting for junior and beginner to high performance and telemark ski equipment packages, snowboard equipment packages and helmet rentals; 970-879-6111 or 800-859-9959. Steamboat Ski & Sport, Sheraton — Junior and beginner to high performance and telemark ski equipment packages, snowboard equipment packages and helmet rentals; Steamboat Sheraton Resort, 970-871-5348, 7:30 am-9 pm, until 7 p.m. early and late season. Steamboat Ski & Sport, Gondola Square — Junior and beginner to high performance and telemark ski equipment package and helmet rentals;

See description under Cross-country skiing.

Straigtline Sports

See description under Fishing.

Straight-To-You / Snow Sport Equipment Rentals

Condo/hotel room delivery of sport, high performance, demo and kid, telemark and cross-country ski rental packages (skis, boots, poles), kid, adult and high performance snowboard packages as well as Snowblade, snowshoe and clothing rental options. 970-870-3053 or 866-787-8286, www.straightto-you.net, available 24 hours daily.

Terry Sports

Offers sport intermediate, performance and demo Alpine ski rental packages as well as performance and demo snowboard rental packages, helmets, snowshoes and kids basic and performance ski rental packages. Online reservation available, free onmountain ski storage and shuttle drop-off available. 1855 Ski Time Square Dr., 970-879-8414 (Torian Plum Plaza) or 2500 Village Dr., 970-879-3237 (Village Center), www.terrysports.com, 8 am-8 pm Sun.-Th., 8 am-9 pm F-Sat. (Torian Plum store), 8 am-7 pm Sun.-Th., 8 am-8 pm F-Sat. (Village Center Store).

❱❱ Snow tubing Howelsen Hill

The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club operates this three-lane tubing hill at the base of Howelsen Hill. 845 Howelsen Parkway, 970-819-8010 or 970879-0740, www.tubingsteamboat.com, Dec. 12through March, walk-ups accepted, reservations recommended, $20 for adults, $18 for teens, $16 for children (6-12), $10 all Routt County residents, kids under 5 free with paying adult.

Elkhorn Outﬁtters

See description under Snowmobile tours.

Saddleback Ranch

See description under Horseback and sleigh rides.

Ski Corp.’s Ambassadors offer free, guided beginner snowshoe tours at 1 pm M-Sat. on a one-mile loop from the top of the gondola (foot passes cost $9 for adults, $4 for kids 12 and younger). Reservations necessary. Rentals not included with tour, but available from the Information Center in Gondola Square ($15), where the tours depart. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, Steamboat, 8790740, www.steamboat.com.

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

See description under Cross-country skiing.

Yampatika

See description under Other outdoor activities.

❱❱ Snowmobiling Burandt’s Back Country Adventure

Resident Rabbit Ears Pass regular and Winter X Games 11 Snowmobile Freestyle gold medalist Chris Burandt offers personalized, advanced to expert guided snowmobile excursions from his Kremmling-based operation. 905 Park Ave., Kremmling, 720-273-8532, www. burandtsbackcountryadventure.com, packages starting at $300 a day, December to May, sled rental and lodging available.

Elkhorn Outﬁtters

Full-day guided snowmobile tours at Elkhead Ranch (15 miles north of Hayden off Routt County Road 80), mostly private land riding on a system of over 50 miles of groomed trails, includes hot soup lunches and a trip up Pilot Knob and adjacent tubing hill. Over 20 miles of groomed trails near the trailhead work for cross-county skiing as well (need to call ahead). Cabins and lodging available. 37399 N. Colo. Hwy 13, Craig, 970-824-7392, www.elkhornoutﬁtters.com, open year-round, $225 for day per driver, 9 am pickup anywhere in Steamboat, tours can accommodate up to 10.

Majestic Trophy Outﬁtters

Half-day snowmobile tours on 2,500 private acres of scrub oak and mixed terrain south of Craig, guided predator and varmint hunts and survival classes also available. 215 Bilsing, Craig, 970-826-4311, www.trophyoutﬁtters.com, operates year round, $75 per person half-day ride.

Rocky Mountain Rentals

Local mobile rental service offers snowmobile pick-up and delivery. Helmet, boots and bibs provided on request. 970-627-9673 or 877-527-9673, www.snowmobile-central.com, reservations welcome, lastminute calls accepted, four-, six- or eight-hour, and multi-day rentals starting at $150.

Saddleback Ranch

See description under Horseback and sleigh rides.

Steamboat Lake Outﬁtters See description under Fishing.

Steamboat Snowmobile Tours / High Mountain Tours

Steamboat Snowmobile Tours offers two-hour, halfand full-day and sunset dinner tours on Rabbit Ears Pass as well as a full-day Flat Tops Scenic Byway trip on Dunckley Pass while High Mountain Tours offers full-day, two- and four-hour trips in North Routt County outside of Clark. 970-879-6500 or 877-879-6500 (SST), 970-8799073 (HMT), www.steamboatsnowmobile.com, open 8 am-10 pm seven days a week. EXPLORESTEAMBOAT.COM

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WHERE TO EAT

Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel

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There’s no shortage of ﬁrst-class options when it comes to lodging in Steamboat. Steamboat offers a variety of hotels, condominiums and homes with varying rates and easy access to all the mountain resort has to offer. From the base of Rabbit Ears Pass to the west end of town, there’s a little something for everyone. Those looking for activities on the mountain might consider the Sheraton Steamboat Resort or Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel and Conference Center. The Sheraton recently completed a $20 million renovation and redevelopment project. Improvements included refurbishing 191 guest rooms with new bedding, leather or velvet chairs and ﬂat-panel LCD TVs. The Steamboat Grand, built in 2000, is Steamboat’s only AAA Four Diamond hotel.

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The Sheraton and Grand are at the base of Mount Werner and provide immediate access to some of the best skiing in the world. Don’t overlook the Ptarmigan Inn and its slopeside location. There also is an array of condo units available for nightly rental in Steamboat. A number of lodging services are set up to meet your condo needs, from a romantic getaway for two to accommodations for a family of 10. Places to consider include ResortQuest Steamboat, Colorado Vacation Rentals, Colorado Mountain Rentals and Mountain Resorts, among many others. Moving Mountain Chalets also offers timeshares featuring spectacular on-mountain locations. Those looking for more of a residential feel might enjoy beautiful Bella Vista, the

Mark Twain Bed and Breakfast, Alpine Rose Bed and Breakfast, Mariposa Lodge and Bed and Breakfast or the 5H Ski Ranch Bed and Breakfast. Hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts are also a staple downtown, lining both sides of Lincoln Avenue. The options include Western Lodge, Hotel Bristol, Masonic Hall, Alpiner Lodge, Nordic Lodge, Hampton Inn and Suites and, of course, the famous Rabbit Ears Motel — featuring one of Steamboat’s last neon signs, once a trademark of the downtown area. On the east side of Steamboat, there’s a cluster of chain hotels including the Holiday Inn, Comfort Inn, Fairﬁeld Inn & Suites and La Quinta Inn. There’s certainly a wealth of alternatives in Steamboat, so your stay in Ski Town USA is sure to be all you can hope for.

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Lodging Guide ❱❱ Steamboat Alpiner Lodge • • The Alpiner Lodge is an affordable lodge in down-

service Ptarmigan Inn offers ski and snowboard rentals and complimentary valet ski storage. The Snowbird Restaurant & Lounge, located slopeside in the hotel, allows you to dine while watching the skiers go by. 2304 Best Western-Ptarmigan Inn, 970-8791730, http://steamboat-lodging.com/

town Steamboat Springs, within walking distance of downtown shops and two blocks from Old Town Hot Springs. 424 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1430

Bunkhouse Lodge •

Alpine Rose Bed & Breakfast • •

Warm, friendly atmosphere at an affordable price. Rock walls, wood beams, a beautiful rock ﬁreplace, and a deck and grill provide a unique Western feel. 3155 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-871-9121, http://thebunkhouselodge.com, Open daily 7 am-10 pm

The Alpine Rose Bed & Breakfast offers a perfect mixture of hospitality and convenience. The cozy three-story house is in the heart of “Old Town” Steamboat. 724 Grand St., 970-879-1528, www.alpinerosesteamboat.com

Celebrity Resorts

Bear Claw Condominiums • •

Private condos on the mountain are perfect for skiers. Impeccable services and all the amenities you would expect in a mountain hideaway. 2420 Ski Trail Lane, 970-879-6100, http://bearclaw.com, Open daily 7 am-11 pm An elegant nine-bedroom estate in the heart of the Rocky Mountains — perfect for family gatherings or corporate events. 31095 E. U.S. Highway 40, 970-879-4449, http:// steamboat1.com, Open daily 7 am-10 pm

Fairﬁeld Inn & Suites • • • • •

The only Marriott brand in Steamboat Springs. 3200 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9000, www. marriott.com

Hampton Inn & Suites • • •

Christie Club • • •

High Tide Ranch • •

Colorado Resort Services offers a variety of condominiums at various locations throughout Steamboat. 2955 Village Drive, 970-879-7654, www.crs-

Steamboat’s coziest ski-in, ski-out lodge, the full-

The Comfort Inn is just minutes from the ski area and a short drive to downtown shops and restaurants. 1055 Walton Creek Road, 970-879-6669, www. comfortinn.com

The Hampton Inn & Suites offers well-equipped and beautifully designed rooms and suites. Pool, hot tubs, game room, and guest laundry facility available for guests. 725 S Lincoln Ave., 970-871-8900, www.hamptonsteamboat.com

Colorado Resort Services

Best Western-Ptarmigan Inn • • •

Comfort Inn • • • •

Celebrity Resorts offers 60 one- and two-bedroom suites fully equipped and perfect for travelers ready to experience winter activities in Steamboat. 1485 Pine Grove Road, 970-879-1211, www. celebrityresorts.com, Open daily 7 am-11 pm A private residence club at the base of Mount Werner offering elegantly equipped condos. 2355 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-7900, www.christieclub.com, Open daily 7 am-11 pm

Bella Vista • • •

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High Tide Ranch is a working cattle ranch with cabins available on the Elk River. 39765 County Road 44, 970-879-1663, www. hightideranch.com

Holiday InnSteamboat Springs • • • • •

The Holiday Inn is a full-service, friendly, and affordable hotel located between the ski resort and downtown. The only full-service hotel on Highway

40. Free Internet, microwave and refrigerator in every room, guest laundry, and kids eat and stay free. Room service available. 3190 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2250, http:// steamboathi.com

Hotel Bristol • •

Hotel Bristol is an intimate, full-service hotel located in downtown Steamboat just minutes away from the shops and restaurants on main street. Restaurant and saloon attached to hotel, serving pizza and pasta. 917 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3083, www.steamboathotelbristol.com, Open daily 8 am-10 pm

Inn At Steamboat • • • •

The Inn at Steamboat is on a scenic hillside within walking distance of Mount Werner. A home-style atmosphere with amenities including free Internet and deluxe, newly remodeled rooms. 3070 Columbine Drive, 970-879-2600, http://innatsteamboat.com, Open daily 6:30 am-11 pm

La Quinta Inn • • • • •

An affordable hotel located near the ski area. 3155 Ingles Lane, 970-871-1219, www.lq.com

Mariposa Lodge and Bed & Breakfast •

The Mariposa Lodge is available as a vacation home rental property, perfect for family gatherings and company retreats. 855 Grand St., 970-879-4333, www.steamboat-

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Mark Twain Bed & Breakfast • •

A beautiful, cozy downtown home located within walking distance of everything — a family, accommodating atmosphere. 431 Seventh St., 970-875-0700

Mountain Centers

3001 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1849

Mountain Resorts

Mountain Resorts offers a variety of attractive, well-maintained accommodations at prime locations in Steamboat with rates ranging from economy to luxury. Choose from more than 500 nicely furnished condominiums at more than 17 great locations. 2150 Resort Drive No.100, 970-879-3700, www. steamboatspringsvacations.com, 7:30 am-6 pm M-F, 9 am-5 pm Sat.-Sun.

Moving Mountains Chalets

Offering the ﬁnest luxury vacation home rentals and catered chalets in Steamboat Springs. 2750 Burgess Creek Road, 970-870-9359, www. movingmountains.com

Nordic Lodge Motel • •

Best value in downtown Steamboat — comfortable remodeled rooms at a friendly and reasonable hotel. 1036 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-0531, http://noriclodgeofsteamboat.com, Open daily 7 am-11 pm

Pinnacle Resort Management/ The Porches • • •

The Porches Private Residence Club provides a unique and exclusive opportunity to enjoy all Steamboat has to offer in comfort, luxury and convenience. Situated on more than 20 acres at the base of the mountain, The Porches’ 3,100- to 5,000-square-foot townhomes feature top-notch appliances, spectacular interior and exterior design, as well as exquisite furnishings and ﬁnishes.

2096 Indian Summer Drive, 970-879-0600, www.theporches.com, Open daily 7 am-11 pm

Pioneer Ridge Management

Pioneer Ridge is Steamboat’s premier vacation rental company with a variety of lodging options, including private home rentals, condominiums, townhomes and cabins with friendly, knowledgeable staff. 1355 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-0517, www.steamboat-springs.com, Open daily 8 am-10 pm

Rabbit Ears Motel • •

The Rabbit Ears Motel boasts one of the area’s most desirable and centralized locations. Directly across the street is the town’s most popular hot springs facility. 201 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1150, http://rabbitearsmotel.com

ResortQuest Steamboat

ResortQuest Vacation Rentals manages prestigious, luxury lodging around the ski resort base. Options include deluxe one- to ﬁve-bedroom condos and townhomes at on-mountain locations, all only a few blocks from Mount Werner. Information online allows you to request your ideal lodging situation and take the guessing game out of planning your vacation. 1855 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-8811, www.resortqueststeamboat.com, Open daily 8 am-5 pm

Steamboat. Build your custom vacation package to personalize your activities, lodging and travel requests online. 1475 Pine Grove Road No. 202, 970-879-0740, www.steamboat.com/plan-vacation/lodging, Open daily 7 am-9 pm

Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel & Conference Center • • • •

Steamboat’s only AAA Four Diamond Hotel, the Steamboat Grand is a luxurious full-service hotel at the base of the ski area. Convenient for those seeking recreational activities on Mount Werner and those seeking the lavishness of Steamboat’s ﬁnest hotel. Room service available. 2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5500, www. steamboatgrand.com

Steamboat Resorts Management

1847 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-8000, www.steamboatresorts.com, 7 am-7 pm M-Th, 7 am-6 pm F, 7 am-5 pm Sat., 7 am-4 pm Sun.

Strawberry Park Hot Springs, Lodging & Massage • •

Strawberry Park Hot Springs offers 3 rustic cabins directly above the attractive mineral springs. Perfect for families and those seeking reprieve from the city, although it’s only seven miles from downtown. 44200 County Road 36, 970-879-0342, www. strawberryhotsprings.com, 10 am-10:30 pm SunTh, 10 am-midnight F-Sat.

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Western Lodge & Condominiums

A comfortable and affordable lodge in the heart of Steamboat Springs. Refrigerators, microwaves and cable in every room. 1122 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1050, www.westernlodge.com, Open daily 6 am-11 pm

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Bear Valley Inn • • •

Bear Valley Inn provides a comfortable and friendly experience while you are away from your home. You’ll ﬁnd the staff gracious and the rooms spacious. 755 E. Victory Way, 970-824-8101, www.bearvalleyinn.com

Best Western Deer Park Inn and Suites • • • •

The Best Western Deer Park Inn and Suites is a nonsmoking property. The inn was fully remodeled in 2005 and is Craig’s newest hotel. Free evening beverages and snacks are included. Extended-stay suites with full kitchens are available. 262 Commerce St., 970-824-9282, www.bestwestern.com/deerparkinnandsuites

Black Nugget Motel

Steamboat’s only ski-in/ski-out conference center. Recently remodeled rooms in an ideal location for your vacation in ski country. Room service available. 2200 Village Inn Court, 970-879-2220, www. starwoodhotels.com

River. Wireless Internet and continental breakfast included. 3195 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5230, www.super8.com, 7 am-11 pm Sun-Th, 7 am-midnight F-Sat.

The Black Nugget Motel offers a friendly atmosphere with affordable prices and beautiful, panoramic views of the Yampa Valley. The upgraded rooms are comfortable and cozy. Family-friendly amenities include a playground, basketball hoop and a picnic area. 2855 W. Victory Way, 970-824-8161, Open daily 7 am-11 pm

Steamboat Central Reservations

Vacation Resorts International

Vacation Resorts International offers a range of condos at great summer locations. 2030 Walton Creek Road, 970-879-9634, www.

Breeze House Inn Bed & Breakfast •

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Steamboat Central Reservations represents more than 95 percent of the lodging properties in

Super 8 Motel •

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The Breeze House Inn operates out of a historic home built in 1920 that’s close to downtown. You’ll ﬁnd your stay quiet and comfortable. Weekly and

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441 W. Victory Way, 970-824-8888

Lone Pine Inn

Weekly and monthly rates available. 205 E. Victory Way, 970-824-3274

A small, comfortable place to stay in a beautiful area of Colorado. Weekly and monthly rates also available. Located on the north end of town. 910 Yampa Ave., (970) 824-2363

Crackel’s Cabin Rentals

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The Colorado Inn

Crackel’s Cabins are perfect for hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts. The quiet cabins include two queen beds and a full bathroom. Weekly rates available. 100 Colorado Road 30, 970-824-7660

Craig KOA Kampground • •

While at KOA Kampground, guests can swim in the heated pool, play horseshoes and tether ball and enjoy the new sand volleyball court. The family dog will love the expansive pet walk. Hunters can use the skinning and cutting room. East U.S. Highway 40, Craig, 970-824-5105, www.koa.com

Craig Motel •

Craig Motel is conveniently located on the north end of town. The motel features units with knotty pine walls and a friendly staff. Some efﬁciency units are available. 894 Yampa Ave., 970-824-4491

Elk Run Inn •

The Elk Run Inn is unlike any other motel in Craig. Every unit features a full kitchen. One- to ﬁve-bedroom units and theme rooms are also available. 627 W. Victory Way, 970-826-4444, www. elkruninn.com

El Monte

El Monte is an efﬁcient motel in Northwest Colorado. Ideal for travelers.

The Holiday Inn is the largest hotel in Craig and also boasts the largest indoor entertainment facilities in the city. The indoor recreation center includes a pool, whirlpool, game room and exercise room in a luxurious atrium setting. Dine at Paradise Grill or Cassidy’s Lounge. 300 S. Colorado Highway 13, 970-824-4000, www.holiday-inn.com/craigco

Super 8 Motel • •

After you have spent your day traveling and exploring Colorado, park your car, truck or RV in the large secure parking lot, then let the Super 8’s professional and friendly staff assist you in ﬁnding the clean and comfortable room that will ﬁt your needs. Enjoy high-speed wireless Internet access and expanded cable TV. 200 S. Colorado Highways 13, 970-824-3471, www.super8.com/super8/control/home

Taylor Street Bed & Breakfast •

Hunters to pipeline workers to honeymooners — the Taylor Street Bed & Breakfast has a warm welcome waiting for everyone. After a good night’s sleep, start the day off with a full home-cooked breakfast. 403 Taylor St., 970-824-5866, www.bedandbreakfast.com, Open daily 6 am-10 pm

Trav-O-Tel Motel

The Trav-O-Tel Motel is perfect for oil and construc-

tion workers. 224 E. Victory Way, 970-824-8171

Westward Motel

All rooms have refrigerators, microwaves and coffee pots. Weekly and monthly rates also available. Head west after your stay at the Westward Motel, on the east side of Craig. 517 E. Victory Way, 970-824-3413, Open daily 8 am-10 pm

❱❱ North Routt Columbine Cabins • A great place to get away, but still within a reasonable distance of Steamboat. Perfect for outdoor activities and privacy. 64505 County Road 129, Clark, 970-879-5522, www.cabinsincolumbine.com, store 9 am-5 pm daily, closed April and ﬁrst two weeks of May.

Dutch Creek Guest Ranch

Dutch Creek Guest Ranch offers year-round bed and breakfast cabins in the heart of western Colorado. Ideal for a family vacation in the dude ranch style or relax and enjoy the serenity of a mountain paradise. Activities include ﬁshing, hunting and horseback riding. 61565 County Road 62, Clark, 970-879-8519, http://dutchcreek.net, Open daily 7 am-7 pm

Elk River Guest Ranch • •

The Elk River Guest Ranch is nestled in the midst of mountain paradise on the Elk River. Countless activities are available, including horseback riding and private ﬁshing. 29840 County Road 64, Clark, 970-879-6220, http://elkriverguestranch.com, Open daily 8 am-5 pm

Home Ranch • • •

Eight private cabins and six in the main lodge have a cozy, natural feel and are perfect for those seeking adventure — horseback riding trails available to guests. 54880 County Road 129, Clark, 970-879-1780, www.homeranch.com

The Midnight Ranch Vacation Cabins •

Two homestyle cabins available for outdoor enthusiasts interested in cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and exploring the Zirkel mountains. 67810 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8703456, http://midnightranch.com

Steamboat Lake Outﬁtters • •

Steamboat Lake Outfitters takes advantage of its perfect setting — nestled in the great outdoors in North Routt next to Steamboat Lake. Perfect for ice fishing, cross-country skiing and snowmobile tours right out the back door. The Western hospitality will keep you coming back. 60880 County Road 129, Clark, 970-879-4404, www.steamboatlakeoutfitters.com, 11 am-8 pm W-Sun.

Vista Verde Guest Ranch • • •

Vista Verde Guest Ranch offers eight cabins and three lodge rooms that are sanctuaries in the Elk River Valley. A luxury dude ranch with elegant accommodations, ﬁne dining, and an array of outdoor activities for guests. Don’t be afraid to get dirty during the day and clean up at night for a delicious meal. All-inclusive winter activities include guided backcountry tours, horseback and sleigh rides and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on 25K of groomed trails. 31100 County Road 64, Clark, 970-879-3858, www.vistaverde.com, Open daily 9 am-5 pm

Your Private, Gated Estate... For groups of up to 26, overlooking Lake Catamount just minutes from Steamboat Springs. This stunning get-a-way is perfect for Corporate Retreats, Family Reunions, and Ski Trips. Luxury Amenities include; in-ground pool, indoor hot tub, tennis court, game room, big screen TV, built in bar, outdoor ﬁre pit, full-service guest care, shuttle, and concierge services.

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Ptarmigan Inn

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True ski-in/ski-out at ski area base Snowbird restaurant & lounge serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Daily apres ski happy hour 3pm-5pm with half price appetizers Outdoor heated pool and hot tub Complimentary video rentals and in-room HBO Complimentary wreless/wired internet access Ski and snowboard rental and repair shop with free valet storage

2304 Aprés Ski Way 970.879.1730 toll free reservations 800.538.7519 www.steamboat-lodging.com

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Whether you’re looking for a day off the slopes or some time away from the kids, Steamboat Springs offers a shopping experience as unique as the town itself. Better yet, you can find all but a few shopping opportunities in a span of nine downtown blocks. This winter also promises to offer a range of new retail opportunities with the opening of the Alpen Glow, Howelsen Place and The Victoria redevelopment projects along Lincoln Avenue. To be sure, there are landmark retail stores outside of Steamboat’s downtown. It’s hard to visit Steamboat and not stop at Ski Haus (Pine Grove Road and U.S. Highway 40), a two-story outdoors gear and wear retailer offering the finest name brands and friendly service. For a more homegrown outdoors wear shopping experience, stop by Steamboat’s own BAP/Big Agnes/Honey Stinger shop (and corporate headquarters) in the little red house on Oak Street. You won’t regret returning home with one of BAP’s high-quality fleece tops. From Third Street on the east end of Lincoln Avenue to the west end of Steam46 | EXPLORE STEAMBOAT WINTER 2008-09

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boat’s main drag at 12th Street, you can ﬁnd everything from a stunning collection of Asian carpets and contemporary furniture, to authentic Western wear in the town’s oldest retail store. Lincoln Avenue and its side streets offer two independent bookstores, three momand-pop ski shops, ﬁve or more women’s clothing boutiques, a dozen art galleries, two Mexican import shops and fewer T-shirt shops than you might imagine. If you’ve always dreamed of owning a vacation home here, there’s no harm in dreaming of how you might furnish it. A good place to start is Jace Romick’s dream store of Western furnishings and accessories, Romick’s Into the West. It’s in the log building at Fourth Street and Lincoln Avenue. Mainstays on Lincoln for generations, F.M. Light & Sons and Allen’s are side by side in the 800 block of Lincoln. The number of women’s boutiques is the greatest it’s ever been. Look for Bushwackers, Cowgirls and Angels, Moose Mountain Trading Co., Chez Nous, Eighth Street West, Kali’s Boutique and Urban Laundry. And on

Eighth Street, don’t miss Sweet Potato Lingerie. Fine jewelry can be found at Hofmeister Personal Jewelers and Del’s Jewelry, both on Lincoln Avenue downtown. Of course, Lincoln Avenue isn’t the only place to shop in Steamboat. At the Sundance at Fish Creek shopping center you’ll find European wines and artisan cheeses at Vino and Vidalia, home furnishings looking for a second chance at Annie’s Home Consignments, and toys for your pets at Paws ’n Claws ’n Things. Venture toward the redeveloping ski area base and shop at Torian Plum Plaza, where you can find fine gifts at Ambiente, furs at Stephen’s Furs Outerwear and Accents, imports at Amallama and rare beads at Silver Lining. Finally, stop inside the lobby of the Sheraton Steamboat Resort for Bare Skin Leather and Wildhorse Gallery. On the west side of town, Ace at the Curve hardware is a shopping experience in itself. Don’t let its name fool you. Like Steamboat shopping in general, it has something for everyone. EXPLORESTEAMBOAT.COM

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❱❱ Steamboat 8th Street West

Carrying the latest fashions, designer jeans as well as shoes and accessories. 827 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9898, 10 am-7:30 pm M-Sat., 11 am-7 pm Sun.

All A Boat Beads

Extensive collection of beading materials for any home jeweler. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-1441, 10 am-8 pm M-Sat., 11 am-7 pm Sun.

All that Jazz

Steamboat’s premier music store also offers a variety of other gift items. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4422, 10 am-9 pm daily.

Alpine Floral & Atrium

Alpine Floral & Atrium takes a personal interest in capturing your concept, wedding, party, or interior floral design. Offering floral settings in Steamboat Springs for over 30 years. 1475 Pine Grove Road, 970-879-2682, www. alpinefloral.info, 9 am-4:30 pm M-Sat.

Ambiente Home Accents & Gifts

Ambiente offers a wide selection of unique home furnishings and gifts, including Nambe. 1875 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-6411, www.ambienteinc.com, 10 am-8 pm daily.

Annie’s Home Consignments Inc.

Amazing deals on furniture, clothing and more.

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405 Anglers Drive, 970-870-1300, 11 am-6 pm T-Sat.

Sheraton Steamboat Resort, Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-2555, 9 am-8 pm daily.

Artisan’s Market of Steamboat

Bear Valley Saddlery

A unique art and ﬁne craft gallery featuring work from 150 Colorado artists. Ski, Western, Native American and wildlife antiques and collectables are a large part of the diverse and colorful inventory. 626 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7912, www.steamboatartisansmarket.com, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Awesome Shirtworks

Find just the right Steamboat souvenir T-shirt. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-879-2323, www. steamboatshirtworks.com, 9 am-9 pm M-Sat., 9 am-8 pm Sun.

Backdoor Sports

Kayak or tube the Yampa River just outside our backdoor. Backdoor Sports has all the equipment for the outdoor enthusiast. 811 Yampa St., 970-870-6282, www.backdoorsports.com, 9 am-5 pm daily.

BAP Inc.

A local manufacturer of high-quality outdoor goods including clothing, camping gear, hiking gear and more. Located in the center of downtown, look for the little red house on Oak Street. 735 Oak St, 970-879-7507, www.wearbap.com, 9 am-5:30 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat.

Bare Skin Leather

A ﬁne leather retailer located in the Sheraton Steamboat Resort.

Cabin Collections

You’ll ﬁnd the spirit of the West at Bear Valley Saddlery. Specializing in saddles and tack, chaps and chinks. 116 1⁄2 Eighth St., 970-879-3573, www.bearvalleysaddlery.com, 10 am-5 pm M-F.

Everything you need to personalize your home — a distinctive selection of furniture, home decor and unique accessories, including mirrors, artwork, candles, lamps, silk flowers and wine racks. 1585 Mid Valley Drive, 970-871-1727, www. cabincollectionsonline.com, 9 am-5 pm M-F, 9 am-4 pm Sat.

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Celebrations Inc.

Your location for everything related to ice hockey. 2101 Snow Bowl Plaza, 970-879-3286, 10 am-6 pm M-Th, 10 am-5 pm F.

Blue Sky Pottery

One-of-a-kind pottery designed and made by Steamboat local Deb Babcock. 1475 Pine Grove Road, Suite 105, 970-846-9349, www.etsy.com, noon-5 pm F-Sat., Sun.-Th by appointment only.

Bucking Rainbow Outﬁtters

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters is Steamboat’s only Orvis-endorsed outfitter, specializing in fishing private waters and more than 40 miles of river and numerous still-water opportunities. 730 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-8747, www.buckingrainbow.com, 7 am-8 pm daily.

Bushwackers Clothing & Cosmetics

Quality clothing for men and women is what you’ll ﬁnd at Bushwackers, also Steamboat’s only carrier of Estee Lauder cosmetics. 810 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2970, 9:30 am-9 pm daily.

Everything you need to pull off the celebration of the year, including decorations, balloons and banners. 1875 Central Park Plaza, 970-870-6778, www. celebrations-inc.net, 9 am-7 pm M-Sat., 10 am-4 pm Sun.

Chez Nous

A fabulous clothier carrying all of the latest and greatest fashions right here in Steamboat. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6995, www.shopcheznous.com, 10 am-7 pm daily.

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Christy Sports

Committed to providing its customers with the best ski and snowboard products at great values.. 1835 Central Park Plaza, 970-879-1250, and 1724 Mount Werner Road #A, 970-879-9011, www.christysports.com, 8 am-7 pm daily.

The Click

The best source of skate, snow and outerwear in Steamboat Springs, plus a full line of skateboards and snowboards. 1809 Central Park Drive, 970-879-5861, www.

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Cowgirls & Angels

Offering a little bit of cowgirl and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll, you’ll ﬁnd the perfect outﬁt for classic Steamboat Springs attire. 435 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9202, www.cowgirlsandangels.com, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Embellishments

At Embellishments you’ll ﬁnd extraordinary home furnishings, accessories and gifts. Most of the store’s unique, one-of-a-kind items are imported from central Mexico. 114 Eighth St., 970-870-8808, www.embellishyourhome.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

The Creek Company Ltd.

The Creek Company manufactures pontoon boats, float tubes, tackle bags, fly fishing accessories and hunting and camping accessories. 1280 13th St., 970-879-5221, www.creekcompany.com, 9 am-5 pm M-F.

Epilogue Book Co.

A full-service independent bookstore with an extraordinary selection of new, remaindered and antiquarian books of every genre priced at 10-70% off publisher’s retail. 837 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2665, www.epiloguebookco.com, 10 am-7 pm M-Th, 10 am-8 pm F-Sat., 11 am-6 pm Sun.

Crystals by Cordelia

Handmade jewelry in the heart of downtown Steamboat. 116 Eighth St., 970-879-1345, W-Sat. by appointment.

David Chase Rugs and Furniture

Steamboat’s premier source of ﬁne-woven area rugs and textiles. More than 1,200 rugs in stock and an ever-changing inventory. 335 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5667, www.davidchaserugsandfurniture.com, 10 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat.

Extreme Power Sports

Del’s Jewelry

Felix & Fido

Extreme Power Sports has been a full line Arctic Cat dealer since 1994. Snowmobile sales, service and repair. 300 River Road, 970-879-9175, www.extremepowersports.net, 8 am-6 pm M-Sat.

A downtown jeweler featuring exquisite jewelry for that exquisite person in your life. 837 Lincoln Ave., Upstairs #5, 970-879-5853, 9 am-5 pm M-F.

The downtown location for pets. Collars, leashes and pet supplies galore. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-6400, 10 am-9 pm M-Sat., 10 am-6 pm Sun.

Design of the Times

The Fiber Exchange

Your one-stop shop for Steamboat souvenirs. Design of the Times carries casual and comfortable clothing to remember your trip to the ‘Boat. 810 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1459, 9 am-7 pm daily.

All the supplies you need for knitting, crocheting and rug hooking. Store visitors are welcome to enjoy a cup of coffee and cookies, sit, knit, crochet or rug hook. 624 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9090, www.theﬁberexchange.com, 10 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat. and Sun.

Duck Duck Goose

Duck Duck Goose is a fun children’s store ﬁlled

First String Music

Steamboat Spring’s ﬁrst and only full service music store. Instrument sales and repairs as well as music lessons. 1744 Lincoln Ave. No. 1, 970-871-4661, www. steamboatspringsmusic.com, 10 am-6 pm T-Sat., noon-6 pm M.

F.M. Light & Sons

Established in 1905, F.M. Light & Sons is more than 100 years old and still kickin’. A wide array of Western apparel including boots, hats, jeans and more. 830 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1822, www.fmlight. com, 8:30 am-9 pm Sun.-Th, 8:30 am-10 pm F-Sat.

Fuzziwig’s Candy Factory

A candy-lover’s dream with too many sweet treats from which to choose. 845 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6194, 10 am-9 pm daily.

Go Ask Alice

Go Ask Alice is a local smoke shop offering a wide selection of pipes and smoking devices. 2432 Downhill Drive, 970-871-9630, noon-7 pm M-Sat., noon-5 pm Sun.

Golf Etc.

Steamboat’s premier golﬁng retailer. 1755 Central Park Plaza, 970-879-8072, www. golfetcsteamboat.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

handcrafted rustic furniture and pottery of the Tarahumara tribe of Northwestern Mexico. 908 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-8887, www.haciendacollection.net, 9 am-6 pm M-F.

Hofmeister Personal Jewelers

Diamonds and downtown Steamboat — what a perfect combination. 729 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9400, 9:30 am-7 pm M-W, 9:30 am-8 pm Th.-F, 9:30 am-5 pm Sat., noon-5 pm Sun.

Home on the Range

Home furnishing showroom in Torian Plum Plaza between the Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Ski Time Square. 1855 Ski Time Square, 970-870-6777, www. therangesteamboat.com, 10 am-5 pm daily.

Homesteader

An incredible selection of housewares will surely please any chef. Homesteader carries everything that belongs in your kitchen. 817 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5880, www.thehomesteader.net, 11 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Indian Art of Steamboat

A showroom of Native American jewelry, weaponry and headdresses. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-8481, 10 am-9 pm M-Sat.

Great Outdoor Clothing

Into The West & Romick’s Home Collection

Hacienda Collection

Judith Ripka Jewelry

Buyers, designers and manufacturers of some of the best outerwear and ﬂeece available. Technical jackets, parkas, pants and rainwear. 729 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0551, www.greatoutdoorclothing.com, 10 am-8 pm daily. The Hacienda Collection has a huge selection of rustic Southwestern-style furniture to accent any room in your home or ofﬁce. Include the

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Light Works of Steamboat

Offering lighting sales and design in Steamboat Springs and the Yampa Valley. 1890 Loggers Lane, 970-879-3905, www. lightworksofsteamboat.com, 10 am-5 pm M-F, 9 am-noon Sat.

The Local Exchange

Bargain shoppers can ﬁnd treasures at the Local Exchange. Gently used goods at a killer price and a feel-good shopping experience. 1712 13th St., 970-870-0333, www.thelocalexchange.net, 11 am-6 pm T-F, 11 am-5 pm Sat. and M.

Lyons Corner Drug

Far more than a pharmacy, you could spend all afternoon browsing its selection of gifts, cards and other goodies. Or grab a shake from the old-fashioned soda counter. 840 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1114, 8:30 am-8 pm M-F, 9 am-8 pm Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

Market on the Mountain

Deli-fresh sandwiches — hot or cold — offered in this mountain market. Pop in for a tasty snack or meal on the go, not to mention a convenient grocery selection for ski area residents. 2500 Village Drive, 970-879-2965, 7 am-11 pm daily.

Moose Mountain Trading Co.

Specializing in sweaters, apparel and accessories for the active, classy woman of the Baby Boomer generation and her fashionable daughters. Moose Mountain is the gotta have it, need to buy it, can’t wait to wear it mountain lifestyle store for women. 822 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1400, www. moosemtntradingco.com, 10 am-7 pm M-Th, 10 am-8 pm F-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

Mountain Traditions

Mountain home décor and accessories in the heart of Steamboat Springs. Take home a bit of the mountains. 833 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-7976, www.mountaintraditions.com, 10 am-7 pm M-W, 10 am-8 pm Th-Sat.

The name says it all. Rentals, purchases, repairs and tunes at this full-service downtown shop. 35 11th St., 970-879-4954, www.onestopskishop. com, 8 am-6 pm daily.

Over the Moon

Eclectic fashion, jewelry and accessories are offered in this new store in the Alpen Glow project in downtown Steamboat. 601 Lincoln Ave., No. 104, 970-870-6789, 10 am-9 pm.

Overland Fine Sheepskin & Leather

Overland has offered quality shearling coats, cozy sheepskin slippers and hats, leather bags, belts and gloves, and beautiful sheepskin rugs and car seat covers for more than 30 years. Stop by when you’re downtown. 612 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9770, www.overland. com, 10 am-8 pm M-Sat., 10 am-6 pm Sun.

Quicksilver Boardriders Company

Trendy styles for the active and fashionably keen person. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-6348, www.quicksilver.com, 10 am-8 pm daily.

River Blue

Your downtown location for a great Steamboat souvenir. 737 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-1510, 9 am-9 pm daily.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

A great spot for a sweet treat while wandering downtown. 624 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-3048, www.rmcf.com, 9 am-9 pm daily.

Rocky Mountain Peddler

Don’t forget your four-legged family members. Paws ‘N Claws offers everything you need for your favorite canine. 345 Anglers Drive, 970-879-6092, 9:30 am-6 pm M-F, 9:30 am-5 pm Sat.

Fun and unique gifts and home accessories with a Rocky Mountain theme. Delight in the selection of one-of-a-kind ﬁnds. 1875 Ski Time Square, 970-871-1569, www. rockymountainpeddler.com, 10 am-1 pm M-W, 10 am-8 pm Th-F, 10 pm-6 pm Sat. and Sun.

This is the place to enjoy an afternoon with a good book, good coffee and a good friend. Enjoy browsing the wide collection of books while sipping a hot coffee and munching on a treat from the snack bar. 68 Ninth St., 970-879-6830, 7 am-9 pm M-Sat., 7 am-6 pm Sun.

Pilot Ofﬁce Outﬁtters and Supplies

Routt County Woolens

One Fine Day Floral & Weddings

Planet Powersports

Nostalgia

The perfect place to ﬁnd that unique antique for your home. 222 E. Main St., Oak Creek, 970-819-7651.

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore

Offers unique gifts, candles, home décor and wedding accessories, a full service ﬂoral shop and complete wedding design and event production services. 1104 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-7431, www.wedding-

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A delicatessen for your four-legged friends. They work hard and deserve a little pampering. 1890 Loggers Lane, 970-871-9663, 10 am-5 pm daily.

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Small-town friendliness and service and all your office necessities at a reasonable price. 1025 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6450, www.pilotofficeoutfitters.com, 8 am-5:30 pm, M-F, 8 am-3 pm Sat. Top-of-the-line selection of ATVs, snowmobiles and motorcycles. 2989 Riverside Plaza, 970-879-5139, www. planetpowersports07.com, 9 am-5:30 pm M-F, 9 am-4 pm Sat.

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Local manufacturer of titanium bikes in every shape and form. Stop by the shop and talk about bikes. 1136 Yampa St., 970-879-8484, www.kenteriksen.com, 8:30 am-5 pm M-F.

Mona’s is your place for beautiful prints of the area as well as mounting and framing of any masterpiece. Don’t forget to grab some tasty toffee. 1880 Loggers Lane, 970-870-3400, www.monasarttogo.com, 9 am-5 pm M-F

An impressive collection of locally grown and created wool products. 1370 Bob Adams Drive, 970-871-6363, www. routtcountywoolens.com, 9 am-3 pm M-F.

Rustique Home & Garden Collection

Product line includes ambience-enhancing botanical candles and candle bases, Tuscan inspired artwork, wreaths and many other items to make your home warm and inviting. 624 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-2980, www.rustiquesteamboat.com, 11 am-5 pm daily.

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Children’s hats, goggles, gloves, sunscreen, seasonal gifts and even some goodies for mom and dad as well as a Steamboat Signature Collection for the little ones. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-879-6111, www. steamboat.com.

Silver Lining Jewelry, Beads and Charms

Staples

interest in your footwear purchase and want to make sure that you and your feet are completely comfortable. 907 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-8566, www.steamboatshoes.com, 10 am-8 pm M-Sat.

Steamboat Art Co.

A beautiful shop ﬁlled with amazing silver jewelry and much more. 635 S Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9698, 10 am-6 pm daily.

One-stop shopping for all your ofﬁce supplies, Staples offers a wide variety at affordable prices. 1600 Mid Valley Drive, 970-879-5428, www. staples.com, 8 am-8 pm M-F, 10 am-6 pm Sat., noon-6 pm Sun.

A ﬁne selection of beautiful jewelry for that special someone in your life. 1855 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-7474, 10 am-6 pm Sun.-T, 10 am-8 pm W-Sat.

Located in the heart of downtown Steamboat, Steamboat Art Co. offers a variety of jewelry, art, housewares and décor. 903 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3383, www.steamboat-art.com, 10 am-8 pm Sun.-Th, 10 am-9 pm F-Sat.

Silver Spur Jewelry

Steamboat Floral & Gifts

Silver Spur specializes in custom jewelry design, offering original pieces in a variety of metals and stones. 117 Ninth St., 970-879-3880, 9 am-5 pm T and Th.

A quick stop downtown to pick up a beautiful bouquet for that very special someone. 435 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1424, 9 am-5:30 pm M-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

Ski Haus

Fly fishing is the focus, with personal and professional service and a wide selection of fishing-related gear and supplies. 507 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6552, www.steamboatflyfisher.com, 7 am-7 pm.

With a fantastic selection of all gear for the outdoors, you’ll ﬁnd whatever you’re looking for at Ski Haus. 1457 Pine Grove Road, 970-879-0385, www. skihaussteamboat.com, 9 am-6 pm M-Sat., 9 am-5 pm Sun.

Ski Town Shoes

Hiking, biking or walking, be sure to take care of your feet while doing it. Get the right pair of kicks at Ski Town Shoes. 833 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7915, www. skitownshoes.com, 10 am-8 pm M-Sat., 10 am-6 pm Sun.

Sports Authority

A wide selection of gear and apparel for all outdoor activities and sports. 705 Marketplace Plaza, 970-871-4570, www. sportsauthority.com, 8 am-9 pm M-Sat., 8 am-8 pm Sun.

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Steamboat Jewelers

Authentic Indian jewelry crafted with gold, silver, fossils and crystals. 906 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6332, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Steamboat Kids, Bliss & Lola’s

There’s a little bit of everything at Steamboat Kids: trendy fashions for kids as well as expectant mothers, baby couture — and don’t forget the toys. 837 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1318, 10 am-8 pm daily.

Steamboat Shoe Market

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Steamboat Treasures & Tees

Sweatshirts, long sleeves, T-shirts and more. Find the perfect Steamboat memento. 743 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1107, 10 am-8 pm daily.

Stephen’s Furs Outerwear

Find a fabulous fur coat to keep warm on those chilly Steamboat nights. 1855 Ski Time Square, 970-879-3877, 9 am-5 pm M-F.

Stile

High-end fashions found right on the mountain. Stile is your place for designer clothing. 2200 Village Inn Court No. 6, 970-879-5115, www.steamboatstile.com, 9 am-7 pm daily.

Straightline Outdoor Sports

Fishing is always in season at Straightline. Family owned and operated, and one of Steamboat’s bestknown ﬁshing guides. 744 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7568, www.straightlinesports.com, 8 am-8 pm M-Sat., 8 am-7 pm Sun.

Sweet Potato Lingerie

New in 2007, Sweet Potato offers intimate apparel with a helpful, friendly staff. 117 Eighth St., 970-879-5683, www.sweetpotatolingerie.com, 10 am-6 pm Sun.-F, 10 am-7 pm Sat.

Tall Tulips Flower Shop

Flowers are shipped directly from the Aaslmeer Flower Auction in Holland, but they’re grown all over Europe and Asia. Shop’s coolers are stocked with the freshest seasonal ﬂowers of all colors and varieties. 685 Marketplace Plaza, 970-879-0555, www. talltulipsﬂowershop.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Token Threads

Great fashions for trendy mountain people at an affordable price. 635 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-3732, 10:30 am-6:30 pm T-Sat., noon-5 pm Sun-M.

Urban Laundry

Upscale, trendy and casual attire for all. 821 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6055, www.urbanlaundry.biz, 10 am-6 pm M, 10 am-8 pm T-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

Vario

An Italian experience in downtown Steamboat Springs, Vario offers authentic ceramic tableware and accessories. 135 11th St., 970-870-3099, www.varioitalian. com, 10 am-5 pm M-Sat.

Vertical Inc.

Mountain fashions for mountain people and great outerwear for all seasons. 2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-1770, 11 am-5 pm daily.

Vino

An extensive collection of wine and a knowledgeable sales staff that’s happy to help ﬁnd the bottle you are looking for. 345 Anglers Drive, 970-875-1183, www.vinosteamboat.com, 10 am-7 pm M-Sat.

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WHERE TO SHOP 811 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-3354, 10 am-8 pm daily.

www.corralwest.com, 10 am-7 pm M-F, 10 am-6 pm Sat., noon-5 pm Sun.

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Eclectic and interesting home décor including furniture, functional art, kitchen items and gifts. Stop in to see our ever changing selections. 345 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2524, www.steamboatzing.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Zirkel Trading

Quality men’s apparel and mountain lifestyle accessories are offered in this new Howelsen Place retail space. 703 Lincoln Ave., Unit B-102 (in Howelsen Place), 970-871-1137, 10 am-8 pm M-Su.

❱❱ Craig Bargain Barn

A downtown gift shop specializing in souvenirs for hunters. 506 Yampa Ave., 970-824-4246, 9:30 am-5:30 pm M-F.

Centennial Mall

More than 20 stores await your arrival in this shopping center. Step inside and discover there is more than meets the eye. 1111 W. Victory Way, 970-824-7011, www. centennialmall.com, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Serving the outdoorsman for over 30 years, Craig Sports is Northwest Colorado’s premier gun and sporting retailer. 1598 W Victory Way, 970-824-4044, http://craigsports.net, 8 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Downtown Books

Stop by this colorful store to buy, sell or trade books. 543 Yampa Ave., 970-824-5343, 10 am-5 pm M-Sat.

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K-Mart

Visit your local K-mart for your clothing, electronic, home decor and outdoor needs. 1198 W. Victory Way, 970-824-2966, www.kmart. com, 8 am-9 pm M-Sun.

Ks Kreations

A great craft supply store to help foster your creativity. 523 Yampa Ave., 970-824-2151, 10 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat.

Maurices

For the collectors or the spontaneous buyers, this shop has the antique or collectible to fit your style. 584 Yampa Ave., 970-824-5833, 10 am-5 pm M-Sat.

Maurices fashions are fun and versatile, offering fashion for ladies sizes 1-24. Shopping here is like shopping with your best friend. 1111 W. Victory Way, 970-824-7393, www. maurices.com, 10 am-7 pm M-F, 10 am-6 pm Sat., noon-5 pm Sun.

The Giving Tree

Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply

Find the perfect gift at this downtown Craig store. 525 Yampa Ave., 970-824-2029, 10 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-5 pm Sat.

Health Works

A one-stop shop for all your health food needs. 2035 W. Victory Way, 970-824 -2186, 10 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat.

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Hems & Hers

Craig’s only nonproﬁt thrift store, where you can ﬁnd something for everyone. 555 Yampa Ave., 970-824-7898, 10 am-5 pm T-Sat.

Custom embroidery and customized apparel are a specialty here. 33 W. Victory Way, 970-824-2679, 10 am-5:30 pm M-F.

Corral West Ranchwear

Kester Jewelry

Craig’s headquarters for all of your Western clothing and workwear. 1111 W. Victory Way, Suite 106, 970-824-8531,

530 Yampa Ave., 970-824-6343, 8 am-6 pm M-Sat.

A specialty jeweler offering jewelry, gems and gifts for any occasion, and clock and watch repair.

This place has everything from jeans to barbed wire. The knowledgeable staff will help you with high-quality and good value products. Murdoch’s has something for your entire herd. 2355 W. Victory Way, 970-824-4100, www. murdochs.com, 7:30 am-6 pm M-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

One Way Fashions Find clothing and shoes for all your festive occasions. 18 W. Victory Way, 970-620-4316, 9 am-5 pm M-Sat.

Sundrop Framing The friendly staff offers photo restoration and custom framing for all your projects. 541 Yampa Ave., 970-824-3709, 10 am-5 pm M-F, 10 am-2 pm Sat.

Under the Aspen Tree Craig’s “neatest” little gift shop, specializing in bath and body, gift baskets and jewelry. 13 W. Victory Way, 970-824-5702, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Wal-Mart Craig’s Wal-Mart offers everything you could need, including home décor, bath and body products, electronics and groceries. 2000 W. Victory Way, 970-824-0340, www. walmart.com, 6 am-11 pm M-Sun.

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Neolithics

Gifts, jewelry, rocks, beads and lots of other cool stuff, not to mention trinkets galore. 565 Yampa Ave., 970-824-4580, www.neolithics. net, 10 am-5:30 pm T-Sat.

Locally owned GG’s is a cozy, comfy coffee shop with a wide array of home décor to complement any room in your home. 745 E. Jefferson Ave., Hayden, 970-276-9170, 6 am-7 pm M-Sat.

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Hayden Marketplace

Buy, sell and trade your goods at this pawnshop specializing in guns and ammo. 801 E. Victory Way, 970-824-2962, 9 am-5:30 pm M-F, 9 am-2 pm Sat.

An eclectic collection of local artists located on historic Walnut street in downtown Hayden. 144 South Walnut St., 970-276-2019, 10 am-6 pm T-Sat.

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Tugboat Grill & Pub

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Many ski towns are synonymous with the abundant nightlife scene typical of any tourist destination that attracts younger, adventure-seeking visitors. But just as Steamboat isn’t your typical ski town, it doesn’t offer your typical mountain resort nightlife options. The redevelopment of Ski Time Square has claimed several of Steamboat’s most well-known nightspots, including Levelz. But the legendary Tugboat Grill & Pub remains standing, and is a testament to Steamboat’s history as a cowboy town turned world-class ski resort destination. “We’ve seen ’em all — no snow to record snow, gas prices and all the economic upturns and downturns, and we’re fortunate to have survived them all,” said Larry Lamb, who’s worked at the Tugboat for 35 years and been a co-owner since 1977. “I guess we’re last bastion, and the last of the originals.” Lamb plans to stick with what’s helped the Tugboat maintain its status over the years as a stronghold for local nightlife 54 | EXPLORE STEAMBOAT WINTER 2008-09

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— quality live music with a small cover charge. Other late-night options near the base of the Steamboat Ski Area include Slopeside Grill, whose brick oven churns out pizzas for its late happy hour. Saketumi offers a selection of specialty sakes, cocktails and martinis. Live music isn’t limited to the Tugboat. Mahogany Ridge Brewery & Grill in downtown Steamboat offers live music Fridays and Saturdays. Old Town Pub & Restaurant has live performances Wednesdays and a DJ on Fridays. And The Tap House Sports Grill offers weekend music performances. The Ghost Ranch Saloon is a planned newcomer to the nightlife scene, with ambitions of offering live music throughout the week. The saloon occupies the former Seventh Street home of Off the Beaten Path Bookstore. The Boathouse Pub opened last summer to much fanfare. Bars on the ﬁrst and second ﬂoors minimize waits, and the back half of the restaurant and pub overlook the beautiful town stretch of the Yampa River.

Mahogany Ridge is the only brewery in Steamboat, offering its mainstay Alpenglow Ale and other hand-crafted seasonal favorites. The hungry bar crowd can always venture to Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant, which has pizza by the slice well after midnight. Bistro c.v. offers a late-night happy hour bar menu, as well. While Steamboat has plenty of hot spots to catch regular happy-hour drinks, whether it’s the famed margaritas at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant and The Cantina or a martini with Friday night jazz at Three Peaks Grill, many restaurants’ bars do not post regular hours after 10 p.m. Which brings us to the VFW. Food is not exactly the focus at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4264. And although it may only have a couple of beers on tap, the “V”— as it’s known to locals — sees its share of latenight activity, boasting Steamboat’s only venue with shufﬂeboard and multiple pool tables, not to mention the best jukebox in town. EXPLORESTEAMBOAT.COM

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❱❱ Steamboat Springs 3 Saddles Bar & Grill • Fireside dining atmosphere in Sheraton Steamboat

924 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9959, 3 pm-12:30 am Sun-Th, 3 pm-2 am F-Sat.

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Resort. 2200 Village Inn Court, 970-879-2220, 6 am-11 pm, subject to change.

scheduled live music in Craig. A good place to watch the game, have a few drinks with friends or dance with your partner. 300 S. Colo. 13, 970-824-4000, ext. 405, 4 pmmidnight Sun-Th, 4 pm-2 am F-Sat.

Amante Coffee • • • •

This Italian espresso bar also serves beer and wine with a full bar. Daily happy hour from 4 to 7 pm. 685 Marketplace Plaza #C8, 970-871-8999, www.amantecoffee.com, 6:30 am-8 pm Sun-Th, 6:30 am-10 pm or later F-Sat.

Golden Cavvy Restaurant & Lounge • •

bistro c.v. • • •

Bistro c.v. serves up a late-night happy hour with a separate bar menu as well as half-price beer, wine and well drinks from 9 pm to midnight. This fullservice bar with six wines by the glass and two beers on tap also has a regular happy hour from 5-6:30 pm weekdays. 345 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4197, www.bistrocv. com, 5 pm-midnight.

The Boathouse Pub • • • • •

Nightly drink specials offered at this downtown, riverside pub with two levels, each featuring a bar and an outdoor seating area with daily happy hour drink and food specials from 3-6 pm. 609 Yampa St., Steamboat, 970-879-4797, 11:30 am-2 pm, 3 pm-close M-F, 11:30 am-close Sat-Sun.

Cantina Fresh Mexican Bar & Grill • • •

Features a daily happy hour from 4 to 6 pm and $1 off pints from 10 pm to close. Occasional live music from Steve Boynton. 818 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-0826, 11 am-11 pm Sun.-Th, 11 am-midnight F-Sat.

The Ghost Ranch Saloon • •

Expecting to open in January, this new bar hopes to host live music seven nights a week in the summer and winter, serving food and appetizers with a walk-up/take-out window serving food late. VIP rooms on mezzanine level and table and couch seating available. 56 Seventh St., 970-879-9898, www.ghostranchsaloon.com, 4 pm-2 am daily.

Harwigs/L’apogee • • •

This locals favorite for more than 25 years sits in a historic Lincoln Avenue building once used as a saddlery store. There’s live piano on Fridays, a kitchen open until midnight and a wine-bar menu with small plates, 30 vintage wines by the glass and Pilsner Urquell, Harp and Guinness on tap. 911 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1919, www.lapogee. com, www.harwigs.com, 5 pm-1:30 am daily.

Mahogany Ridge Brewery & Grill • • • •

The only brewery in town, featuring a selection of eight craft-brewed ales on tap, has a daily happy hour from 4 to 6 pm and hosts live music every Friday and Saturday. 435 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3773, www.myspace. com/mahoganysteamboat, 4 pm-11 pm Sun.-Th, 4 pm-2 am F-Sat.

Mambo Italiano • • •

Ladies Night may be gone, but Mambo occasionally hosts live music on Fridays and Saturdays, with a daily happy hour from 5 to 6 pm (half-price ap-

538 Yampa Ave., 970-824-6038, 11 am-midnight daily

J.W. Snacks Coast Bar & BBQ • • •

Rex’s American Grill & Bar petizers and $2 Colorado draft beers). 521 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0500, 5 pm-close.

1855 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-2916, www.slopesidegrill.com, 11 am-2 am daily.

Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant • • •

Snow Bowl • •

Although the restaurant’s full menu stops at 10 pm, Mazzola’s keeps cooking with its full pizza and calzone menu until midnight with pizza by the slice and Sicilian Sliders mini-burgers until 2 am. Fullservice bar with six beers on tap and a daily happy hour from 5 to 6 pm. 917 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2405, www.mazzolas. com, 5 pm-2 am daily.

Old Town Pub & Restaurant • • • •

The classic 100-year-old bar at OTP has helped establish the downtown Steamboat pub as a mainstay of local nightlife. Happy hour from 4 to 6 pm weekdays. Live music every Wednesday, Friday. Includes pool table, 10 beers on tap and a 60-inch, flat-screen TV. 600 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2101, 11:30 am-2 am daily.

Rex’s American Grill & Bar • • • • Indoor bar has eight Hi-Def TVs, six beers on tap, 25 in bottles. Daily happy hour from 4:20 to 6 pm. 3190 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0438, www. rexsgrill.com, 6:30 am-11 pm daily.

Royal Hotel & Bar • •

Yampa’s local hangout has a daily happy hour from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. The Royal features a full-service bar, big-screen TV, dart machine, pool and foosball tables, a popcorn machine, a jukebox and a dance ﬂoor. 201 Moffat Ave, Yampa, 970-638-4538, 4 pm to close Sun-Th, 4 pm-2 am F-Sat.

Saketumi • • •

Steamboat’s best selection of sake also has a substantial wine list, specialty cocktails and martinis. 1875 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-870-1019, www.saketumi.net, 5 pm to close daily.

Slopeside Grill • • • •

Slopeside’s famous late-night happy hour from 10 pm to midnight features $2 pints and $6 pizzas made in an authentic Italian brick-oven pizza. The bar offers an extensive list of micro-brews, eight types of martinis, and the outdoor seating offers broad views of Mount Werner if you can pull yourself away from the games on the TVs inside.

The full-service bar at the Snow Bowl’s greatest feature is the snack bar serving burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, wraps and bottled beers as long as the 12-lane alley’s open. Sunday and Tuesday is PBR Dollar Night. 2090 Snow Bowl Plaza, 970-879-9840, 3-11 pm M-W, 1 pm-midnight Th-Sun.

Sunpie’s Bistro • • •

With some of Craig’s best barbecue coming out of the kitchen, and the largest projection screen for sports in town, J.W. Snacks is always a ﬁne choice to sit back over good drinks and good food to watch the game or listen to music. 210 E. Victory Way, 970-826-0468, 11 am-9 pm M-Sat., 11 am-8 pm Sun.

Mather’s Lounge & Café • •

Whether it’s playing a game of pool, shuffleboard or foosball or watching a game on 10 flat-screen TVs, Mather’s has you covered. The dance floor comes alive with a DJ on Friday and Saturday nights and karaoke on Thursday nights. 420 Yampa Ave., Craig, 970-824-9946, Open daily 10 am-2 am.

This New Orleans bar and sandwich shop has become one of Steamboat’s most popular spots for locals of all ages. 735 Yampa St., 970-870-3360, www.sunpies. com, noon-close T-Sun.

534 E Victory Way, 970-824-8918, 8 am-2 am daily

Tap House Sports Grill • • • • •

Popular Bar •

There’s no better place in town to catch the game. With 40-plus TVs, food served until 11 pm, live music on Fridays and Ladies Night on Saturdays. Happy hour from 3 to 6 pm M-F, Tuesday night Wing Night, Wednesday night live team trivia. Also features 21 beers on tap, six arcade games, electronic darts and a new foosball table. 729 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2431, www.thetaphouse.com, 11:30 am-2 am daily.

Tequila’s Family Mexican Restaurant • • • •

Tequila’s large bar features 10 beers on tap and seven ﬂavors of margaritas with food served until 11 pm Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations for large parties welcome. 425 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5500, www.tequilasmexres.net, 11 am-10 pm, Sun-Th, 11 am-11 pm F-Sat.

Tugboat Grill & Pub • • • • •

Since New Year’s Eve 1972, the Tugboat has been a Steamboat live music stonghold. Daily happy hour from 3 to 5 pm and featuring nine beers on tap, video games, pool and foosball tables. 1860 Mount Werner Road, 970-879-7070, 11:30 am-2 am daily.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4264 • •

The VFW boasts four pool tables, shufﬂeboard, touch-screen games, a jukebox, two domestic beers on tap and a daily happy hour from 4 to 6 pm (50 cents off all drinks).

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OP Bar & Grill

Cheap drinks and hard-working locals mark Craig’s aptly named Popular Bar. Poker nights on Tuesday and Thursday. Six pool tables, ﬁve beers on tap and plenty of TVs. 24 W. Victory Way, Craig, 970-824-9938, 10 am-2 am daily.

Thunder Rolls Bowling Center • • Full-service bar to complement bowling lanes and special events. 990 Industrial Ave., 970-824-2695, 10 am-5 pm T-Th, 9:30 am-midnight F, 1 pm-midnight Sat., 1-10 pm Sun., 10 am-10 pm M

❱❱ North Routt Steamboat Lake Outﬁtters Restaurant & Lounge • • •

SLO’s Restaurant & Lounge has a happy hour from 4 to 6 pm daily, an outdoor patio and upcoming live music in the works. 60880 County Road 129, Clark, 970-879-4404, www.steamboatlakeoutﬁtters.com, 8 am-9 pm Sun.-Th, 8 am-close F-Sat.

Tuffy’s Roadhouse • • • • •

Named in honor of a mule named Tuffy, this new bar at the Glen Eden Resort has a daily happy hour from 4 to 6:30 pm with free pool. With views of the Zirkels and an array of Hi-Def TVs and occasionally live music, Tuffy’s hopes to establish itself as one of Steamboat area’s true local hangouts. 54737 Routt County Road 129, Clark, 970-8799555, 11 am-9 pm or later

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