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Discover legendary powder!

Treat yourself ­— shop, spa, dine

Winter calendar PAGE 10

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INSIDE: Dining Right a guide to Steamboat restaurants PAGE 23

L I V E . W O R K . P L AY. Come and live where you love to play!

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Call us to set you on your career path. Clinical and non-clinical positions are available.

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Discover South Routt!

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South Routt Facts ★ The population of the Oak Creek area in the early to mid-1900s was larger than it is today, with about 2,000 to 3,000 people in South Routt.

★ The 12th cavalry came to Oak Creek in 1915 on horseback and stayed nearly two years to keep the peace over the town as immigrants wrestled with local coal mine business owners over whether they could start their own businesses. The camp and barracks for the cavalry were located on the property that now houses the middle and high schools. ★ Since at least 1913, Oak Creek has attracted throngs of people, residents and visitors, for the annual Labor Day festivities along the streets of the town. What began as a literal celebration of the holiday brought organizers from each of the local mine unions to speak in the town center.

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★ In the ’30s and ’40s, the population in a 4-mile radius around Oak Creek was 5,000 to 6,000. There have been 10 operational coal mines in and around Oak Creek. The housing, stores, restaurants and bars were “company owned.” ★ Since the 1920s there have been seven different newspapers in South Routt. ★ The Boor-Redmond Ranch near Yampa played a significant role in the development of farming and ranching in Routt County. It is an intact agricultural complex in continuous use since circa 1890 whose buildings have been adapted to meet changing ranch needs. The Redmond Ranch, more than any other ranch in the community, tells the story of agriculture in southern Routt County.

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Bonfiglio Drug and Liquor

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Select Super Market Your hometown grocery

Spiro’s/Oak Creek Liquor Licenses, supplies, cold

beer and friendly smiles. 970-736-2443, 107 Main St.

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Oak Creek Motel Clean, affordable, friendly

hospitality year round. Drive a little - Save a lot!

970-736-2343, 408 Willow Bend just off Main St., www.oakcreekmotel.com

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Coal Mining and Railroading History—Where the Journey Begins 970-736-8245, Main St., tracksandtrailsmuseum@gmail.com www.yampavalley.info/tracksandtrails.asp

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Chelsea’s Number 1 Chinese food in the Yampa Valley! 970-736-8538, 116 Main St.

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Flat Tops Ranch Supply

Farm Supplies, Animal Feed, Tack, Tools, Propane and Gifts.

970-736-2450, 21475 Hwy 131, Phippsburg

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Montgomery’s General Merchandise

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Groceries, Ammo, Licenses, Hardware, Maps, Gifts, Sporting Goods.

970-638-4531, 24 Main St., Yampa

First National Bank of the Rockies It’s...Your Bank

970-736-8500, 319 E. Main St.

Oak Creek Sinclair Dino’s Deli.

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Brand Spankin’ Used Thrift Shop We’ve got what you forgot! A treasure hunter’s paradise. Books, clothing, & much more. Open Tue-Sat. 970-736-8100, Main St.

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Oak Creek

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Natural Preventative healthcare, gifts, cards and sundries.

970-736-2377, 877-Bonfiglio, 118 Main St.

store, open 7 days a week. 970-736-2455, Main St.

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Inside What’s new for 2010-11...............................7 Steamboat’s Top 10......................................8 Calendar of events.....................................10 Skiing.........................................................13 Snowmobiling............................................14 Snowshoeing..............................................17 Cross-country skiing..................................17 Navigating Steamboat...............................18 Useful numbers and websites....................19 Fishing.......................................................20 Dining Right..............................................23 Warm up....................................................52 Activity guide..............................................54 Worship guide............................................63 Dining guide..............................................64 Shopping guide..........................................67 Nightlife guide...........................................71 Steamboat downtown map........................72 Steamboat Ski Area trail map...................74

Explore STAFF Scott Stanford – General manager Brent Boyer – Editor Suzanne Becker – Creative services manager Steve Balgenorth – Circulation manager Writers Brent Boyer, Luke Graham, Tom Ross Photographers Matt Stensland, John F. Russell Advertising representatives Nick Calvi, K. Crimmins, Deb Proper, Emma Scherer, Christy Woodland Advertising Design/Prepress Meghan Hine, Adam Redmon, Fran Reinier, Kathy VanBlarcum, Laura Vermeulen, Gayle Yovis For advertising information, call Advertising Director, Meg Boyer at 970-871-4218

❰❰ On the cover Photo by Larry Pierce/Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. Blue sky and fresh powder greeted Steamboat Powdercats guide Todd Dills during an outing in the Steamboat backcountry.

DOWNTOWN The Heart & Soul of Steamboat

Photo: Travis Gainsley

46 Restaurants • 84 Shops!

Art Galleries Spa & Fitness Centers Ice Skating Rink Tread of Pioneers Museum

Entertainment & Night Life Natural Hot Springs Pool & Water Slide Wednesday Night Ski Jumping

Watercolor: Greg Effinger

February Winter Carnival Cross Country Skiing Free Sunsets, Free Bus and much much more!

Photo: Larry Pierce

Minutes from the Mountain... just head towards the “Sleeping Giant”!

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Whether you’re an annual visitor to Steamboat Springs or you haven’t been here in years, there are some exciting changes in store for the 2010-11 ski season. Not all of them have to do with Steamboat Ski Area.

Mountain Village

A number of public and private improvements at the base of the ski area have taken shape over the past couple years, but perhaps none are as visible as last year’s completion of the new One Steamboat Place luxury condominium project adjacent to Gondola Square.

The massive development includes a heated stone pedestrian square that leads skiers and riders from the Gondola Transit Center past the passenger drop-off of the new Wildhorse Meadows people-mover gondola and a public seating area and fire pit straight into the heart of Gondola Square.

Other recent work near the base area includes a traffic roundabout at Mount Werner Circle and Aprés Ski Way, a redesigned Gondola Transit Center, improved pedestrian walkways and signage throughout the base area, and the beginnings of what will be a large public plaza and promenade connecting Gondola Square to Ski Time Square along the

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base of the slopes of Mount Werner. Some of the progress of that project can be seen in the new outdoor seating area and fire pit north of Slopeside Grill.

Steamboat Ski Area Dining

The Gondola Square deck overlooking the base of the ski area at Bear River Bar & Grill has been an apres ski staple for decades. It takes on a decidedly new look this winter with the addition of the Burgess Creek Terrace and Umbrella Bar. A fully heated outside patio with a fire pit and terraced steps perfect for lounging provides a comfortable spot from which to watch family and friends descend the mountain or to sip on a microbrew after a long day on the slopes.

The Umbrella Bar features floor-to-ceiling windows to let fresh air in during Steamboat’s ideal spring weather conditions. The Burgess Creek Terrace offers a full menu from Bear River Bar & Grill as well as a full bar.

Terrain parks The ski area added 30 new and refurbished rails and other features to its four terrain parks for the 2010-11 season. The new features range from small 8- to 12-foot boxes

perfect for skiers and riders just getting comfortable in the park, to a 16-foot picnic table and several 24-foot shaped boxes for intermediate riders. In the ski area’s advanced terrain park, jibbers can look forward to a new wall ride, several other large features and a new park entrance.

Magic carpet Last season saw the unveiling of a renovated Kids’ Vacation Center at the base of the ski slopes. This year brings a new location and realignment of the Buckaroo magic carpet in the new One Steamboat Place snow area adjacent to Gondola Square.

Snowmaking Sometimes Mother Nature can’t be depended on to provide ideal skiing and riding conditions from November through April. And that’s where the ski area’s extensive snowmaking system comes to the rescue. Steamboat Ski Area’s snowmaking system covers nearly 360 acres of terrain from the top of the mountain to its base. New this year are two 200-horsepower water pumps that will result in a significant increase in water flow. That means more snow, faster.

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Putting the ‘Springs’ in Steamboat

There’s a reason this place is called Steamboat Springs. And you haven’t truly experienced it until you’ve soaked your aching bones in the area’s natural, hot spring-fed pools. Old Town Hot Springs, Third Street and Lincoln Avenue (see directory listing on page 57) provides the most convenient option, plus it boasts a pair of 230foot waterslides for the munchkins. But if you have the time, the seven-mile trip to Strawberry Park Hot Springs (see directory listing on page 57) north of town is well worth it. Experience the healing powers of the hot springs as the Utes once did — under the bright stars of a Yampa Valley evening.

Live like a local There are certain events that even locals can’t pass up, no matter how long they’ve lived here. Cross your fingers and hope your vacation coincides with one of them.

■ Cardboard Classic: An end-of-sea■ New Year’s fireworks and son tradition, locals build cardboard torchlight parade: Beginning crafts and race them down a plowed at 7 p.m. Dec. 31 at the base course at the ski area. This year’s of the ski area.

30th annual rendition is April 9.

■ 37th annual Cowboy Downhill: ■ Also part of the Springalicious Coinciding with the National Westclosing weekend festivities at ern Stock Show in Denver, watch the ski area is a slightly newer real cowboys make a mess out of tradition: the pond skim. Laugh out skiing and snowboarding - Jan. 18 at loud as skiers and riders of all ages the base of the ski area. attempt to make it across the length ■ 98th annual Winter Carnival: A of a pond at the base of the ski area. wonderfully unique Steamboat celCostumes are encouraged. This year’s ebration of winter; this year’s event Splashdown Pond Skim is April 10. is Feb. 2 to 6.

Explore historic downtown Steamboat’s historic shopping district combines the nostalgia of old-time storefronts with the allure of boutique shops and galleries. Take the free city bus to Fifth Street and begin your journey by passing the historic Routt County Courthouse before entering the heart of the downtown area. Plenty of restaurants, bars and shops await you.

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Step out of your comfort zone Nothing speaks to the quality of a trip quite like doing something you won’t — or can’t — do just about anywhere else. Create a lasting memory through Rocky Mountain activities like leading your own sled-dog team, taking the family for a sleighride dinner or embarking on a full-moon snowshoe tour. For the more adventurous, tag along on an ice-climbing adventure up frozen Fish Creek Falls. See the activities directory beginning on page 54 for more ideas. exploresteamboat.com

Load up on calories …

Like any ski town worth its weight in snow, Steamboat offers too many lip-smacking breakfast establishments to count. Creekside Cafe, Winona’s, Freshies and The Shack Cafe are four of the best.

Get your fill before you spend a day on the slopes.

… and then work them off You came here to ski, now get to it. But to make the most out of your days on the mountain, you’ll have to leave behind that ’90sera equipment.

All of Steamboat’s full-service retail and rental shops offer the latest in ski and snowboard equipment. Demo a pair of new sticks for the day, and then spend the rest of your trip convincing your significant other why a new pair of skis are a worthwhile investment.

Get pampered Northwest Colorado’s dry air can wreak havoc on your skin, just like a day on the slopes can wear out your muscles. Lucky for you, Steamboat’s got the salons, day spas and massage studios to cater to your every whim.

Après ski We can all agree that nothing puts an exclamation point on a brilliant day of skiing or riding like slopeside drinks and appetizers. Start your afternoon at Slopeside Grill, which shouldn’t be hard to find with its outdoor seating just off the Right-O-Way trail at the base of the ski area. New to the scene is Truffle Pig in the expansive One Steamboat Place development at the base of the ski area. Return visitors also might notice changes to the former Bear River Bar & Grill deck in Gondola Square, which is now home to a European-inspired terrace and umbrella bar. exploresteamboat.com

Look back Revel in downtown Steamboat’s historic past. The Tread of Pioneers Museum (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 knowledge of local history. See the museum’s directory listing on page 58 for more information.

Eat some more You deserve to eat well while on vacation, and those après ski appetizers won’t hold you over till morning. Satisfy your stomach with some real Colorado fare, like elk tenderloin and fresh caught trout.

The best multi-course meals can be had at Cafe Diva, The Cabin and bistro c.v.

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Calendarof events

For a complete and updated list of everything happening in Steamboat Springs this winter, visit ExploreSteamboat.com, and check out the daily Happenings page in the Steamboat Today newspaper or at www.steamboatpilot.com/events.

November Nov. 5 — First Friday Artwalk. More than a dozen galleries and shops participate in the self-guided tour that features new exhibits and refreshments. Call 970-879-4744 or visit www.exploresteamboat. com for more information.

Nov. 13-22 — 16th annual Festival of Trees at Tread of Pioneers Museum.

Come see two dozen ornately decorated Christmas trees from 11 am-5 pm daily. Call 970-879-2214. The museum is at Eighth and Oak streets in downtown Steamboat.

Nov. 24 — The Steamboat Ski Area opens for the 2010-11 ski season with the annual Scholarship Day, benefiting the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club. Lift ticket prices for Scholarship Day TBA. Season passes are not valid.

Nov. 25 — First regular day of the 2010-11 ski season at the Steamboat Ski Area. Season passes are valid.

Nov. 25 — Routt County United Way Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Steamboat Springs Community Center, 1-5 pm. The dinner is free to everyone — visitors and residents alike. Call 970-879-5605.

Nov. 26 — “Light Up the Night,” the annual kickoff of the holiday season with the lighting of the Steamboat Springs community tree. The event starts at 6 pm on the Routt County Courthouse lawn in downtown Steamboat. The event will feature Santa Claus, carol singing, hot chocolate and cookies, and prizes for attendees. All are welcome.

December

Dec. 3 — First Friday Artwalk. More than a dozen galleries and shops participate in the self-guided tour that features new exhibits and refreshments. Call 970-879-4744 or visit www.exploresteamboat. com for more information.

Dec. 4 — The annual Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Ski Ball, a fundraiser featuring cocktails, dinner and a silent auction. Visit www.sswsc.org for details.

Dec. 4 — Steamboat Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert, 7 pm at Strings Music Pavilion. Featuring Mozart’s Haffner Symphony as well as Christmas and holiday favorites. Advance tickets are $25.

Visit www.steamboatorchestra.org.

Dec. 4-5 — Continental Cup at Howelsen Hill. Watch the next generation of Nordic Combined stars compete at historic Howelsen Hill in downtown Steamboat. Visit www.steamboatpilot.com for details.

Dec. 5 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Holiday Concert, 5 pm at the Strings Music Pavilion. Featuring Mozart’s Haffner Symphony as well as Christmas and holiday favorites. Advance tickets are $25.

Visit www.steamboatorchestra.org.

Dec. 6 — Steamboat Springs Orchestra Holiday Concert, 3 pm at the Steamboat Christian Center. Featuring Mozart’s Symphony #40 as well as holiday favorites. Visit www.steamboatorchestra.org.

Dec. 11 — Merry Mainstreet holiday celebration starting at 4 pm in downtown Steamboat Springs. Featuring a parade with Santa Claus, photo opportunities for families, a gingerbread house tour, live performances and other events for families and adults.

Dec. 11-12 — Eighth annual Steamboat Nordic Camp and Festival, catering to cross-country skiers of all ability levels. Lunches, happy hour beverages and prizes included. Visit Active.com or Ski Haus to register.

Dec. 14-16 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts The Steamboat Women’s Ski Camp, celebrating its 27th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and up. Visit www.steamboat.com.

Dec. 21 — Strings Holiday Concert featuring Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul at 7 p.m. at Strings Music Pavilion. Tickets are $40 for adults and $25 for children. Visit www.stringsmusicfestival for details.

Dec. 22 — Strings Holiday Family Concerts featuring Peter Davison at 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at Strings Music Pavilion. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Visit www.stringsmusicfestival for details.

Dec. 22 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 1, the Howelsen Hill Circuit race, 5 pm. www.steamboatxcski.org.

Dec. 25 — Steamboat Springs Board of Realtors annual Community Christmas Dinner at the Steamboat Springs Community Center.

Free to all — residents and visitors. Visit www.steamboatpilot.com/ events.

Dec. 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. Parade starts at 7 p.m.

January Jan. 4-9 — 11th annual MusicFest at Steamboat. Tent festival features six days Jan. 2 — New Year’s Relay at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center. Visit www.nordicski.net or call 970-879-8180.

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Jan. 5-10 — 12th annual MusicFest at Steamboat. Tent festival features six days of more than a dozen Texas and Americana bands, free après-ski concerts, evening concerts and special engagements throughout the week. Visit www.bigskitrip.com for details. exploresteamboat.com

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Jan. 7 — First Friday Artwalk. More than a dozen galleries and shops participate in the self-guided tour that features new exhibits and refreshments. Call 970-879-4744 or visit www.exploresteamboat.com for more information.

Jan. 10-13 — Sixth annual All-Mountain Adaptive Camp at the Steamboat Ski Area.

at Lake Catamount, www.steamboatxcski.org.

Feb. 8-10 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts The Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps, celebrating its 27th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and better. Visit www.steamboat.com.

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March 19 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base. Visit www.exploresteamboat.com.

Feb. 12 — Steamboat Symphony Orchestra Winter Soiree Gala. Details TBA. Visit www.steamboatorchestra.org.

March 26 — Inaugural Ski 4 Yellow event at the Steamboat Ski Area, a fundraiser for the Lance Armstrong Foundation and local cancerfighting efforts. Visit www.ski4yellow.com.

Jan. 11-13 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts The Steamboat Women’s Ski Camp, celebrating its 27th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and better. Visit www.steamboat.com.

Feb. 14 — Valentine’s Day Progressive Dinner, 5:30 p.m. at Strings Music Pavilion. Tickets are $125. Visit www.stringsmusicfestival.com.

March 26 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base. Visit www.exploresteamboat.com.

Jan. 15 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 2, the Steamboat Stampede, at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center, 9 am, www.steamboatxcski.org.

Feb. 14 — Valentine’s Torchlight Parade & Fireworks at Steamboat Ski Area.

Visit www.steamboat.com. The parade begins at 7 p.m.

March 26 — Hakan Memorial Nordic Fest, a celebration and skiing event for the Hakan Lindgren Memorial Fund. Music, food and games at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center. Visit www.sswsc.org for details.

Jan. 18 — 37th annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill. Watch more than 100 professional cowboys drink Bud Light, race fast and crash hard.

They’ll even sign autographs post-race.

Feb. 19 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 5, 9 a.m. at Lake Catamount Touring Center, www.steamboatxcski.org.

Jan. 23 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 3, 10 a.m. at Steamboat Lake, www.steamboatxcski.org.

Jan. 26 — Extasis performs live at 6 p.m. at Strings Music Pavilion. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children. Visit www.stringsmusicfestival.com.

Jan. 30 — Colorado Ski for Women event at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center. This year’s theme: Disney Delight. Visit www.nordicski.net for details.

February FFeb. 2-6 — 98th annual Winter Carnival is in downtown Steamboat Springs. The carnival is highlighted by weekend events like 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 (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. For detailed information, visit www.sswsc.org or call 970-879-0695.

Feb. 4 — First Friday Artwalk. More than a dozen galleries and shops participate in the self-guided tour that features new exhibits and refreshments. Call 970-879-4744 or visit www.exploresteamboat.com for more information.

Feb. 6 — Sven Wiik Nordic Cup challenge No. 4, Ski Haus Classic at 10 a.m. exploresteamboat.com

Feb. 26 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat free concert in Gondola Square.

Details TBA. Visit www.exploresteamboat.com.

Feb. 27 — Snow Express for MS at the Steamboat Ski Area, an annual fundraiser race for the Jimmie Heuga Center benefiting patients of multiple sclerosis. Visit www.verticalexpress.org for details.

March 27 — Steamboat Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert, 5 p.m. at Strings Music Pavilion, featuring Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4. Visit www.steamboatorchestra.org.

March 29 — Steamboat Strings Ensemble and Youth Ensemble Spring Concert, 7 p.m. at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. Visit www. steamboatorchestra.org.

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April

March 1-3 — 1984 Olympic gold medalist Deb Armstrong hosts The Steamboat Women’s Ski Camps, celebrating its 27th anniversary, for intermediate skiers and better. Visit www.steamboat.com.

April 1 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola April 1 — First Friday Artwalk. More than a dozen galleries and shops participate in the self-guided tour that features new exhibits and refreshments. Call 970-879-4744 or visit www.exploresteamboat.com for more information.

March 4 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat free concert in Gondola Square.

Details TBA. Visit www.exploresteamboat.com.

March 4 — First Friday Artwalk. More than a dozen galleries and shops participate in the self-guided tour that features new exhibits and refreshments. Call 970-879-4744 or visit www.exploresteamboat.com for more information.

April 2 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base. Visit www.exploresteamboat.com.

April 9 — 31st annual Cardboard Classic at the Steamboat Ski Area. A locals favorite featuring homemade cardboard crafts racing down a course at the base of the ski area.

March 5 — 20th annual Steamboat Pentathlon at Howelsen Hill. Event ncludes Alpine skiing/snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, mountain biking and running. Visit www.steamboatpentathlon.com.

April 10 — Fourth annual Splashdown Pond Skim at the base of the ski area, featuring skiers and riders of all ages attempting to make it across an icy pond.

March 17 — St. Patrick’s Day Torchlight and Fireworks show at the Steamboat Ski Area. Visit www.steamboat.com. Parade starts at 7:30 p.m.

April 10 — Bud Light Rocks the ‘Boat Free Concert at Steamboat Ski Area gondola base. Visit www.exploresteamboat.com.

March 19 — Seventh annual North Routt Coureur des Bois 45K and 90K ski marathon and ultramarathon in North Routt County, www.

April 10 — Steamboat Ski Area closing day, featuring the third annual Splashdown Pond Skimming Competition at the ski area base. winter 20010-11 Explore Steamboat | 11

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From its humble beginnings at the hardworking hands of a small group of dedicated ranchers, Steamboat Ski Area always has stood out among its Rocky Mountain peers. Accentuated by its legendary tree skiing and trademark Champagne Powder, the slopes of the ski area 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 three of the past five 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). Rest assured locals won’t soon forget the 58 powder days of 4-plus inches of snow.

At a lot of resorts, fresh snow is quickly “tracked out” by eager skiers and riders. That inevitable reality plays out slower at Steamboat Ski Area, thanks in part 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 advanced riders.

Skiers and riders who like spending time launching off kickers and hitting rails won’t be disappointed with the mountain’s four terrain parks, highlighted by Mavericks Superpipe — a 500-foot long halfpipe with 18-foot walls and 22-foot transitions. The ski area added a number of rails and features to all of its parks this year, meaning there’s something to challenge skiers and riders of all abilities, whether you’re a newbie looking to jib on your first rail, or a seasoned pro ready to take on Mavericks.

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 a.m., with the gondola taking its first passengers at 8:30 a.m.

Most lifts stop service at 3:30 p.m. The ski area has made strides to increase uphill capacity in recent years, most notably 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 three years ago 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 seven of the past eight years 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.

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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 free 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 SteamboatPilot. com and ExploreSteamboat.com for all the latest event information.

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Steamboat Ski Area facts and figures: ■ Steamboat Ski Area, located in the Park Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, offers 2,965 acres of skiable terrain.

■ The term Champagne Powder was coined in Steamboat and is now trademarked. It describes the incredibly light, airy powder that often falls on Mount Werner. The champagne reference speaks specifically to the light, dry nature of the snow that falls on Steamboat Ski Area.

■ The resort first opened to skiing in 1963 ■ The 2010-11 season is from Nov. 24, 2010, to April 10, 2011 ■ Typical hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. seven days a week ■ The elevation of the base area is 6,900 feet (2,103 meters); Thunderhead at mid-mountain is 9,080 feet (2,768 meters); and the summit of Storm Peak is 10,568 feet (3,221 meters) ■ Of the ski area’s 165 trails, 14 percent are classified easier, 42 percent more difficult, and 44 percent most difficult ■ The longest trail is Why Not, which stretches more than 3 miles ■ Steamboat is known for its tree, or glade, skiing. Almost 1,800 skiable acres, or about 61 percent of the resort’s skiable terrain, is considered tree skiing.

■ Steamboat Ski Area’s average snowfall over the past 15 years is 349 inches (886 centimeters) ■ The ski area has four terrain parks, one superpipe and one halfpipe ■ There are a total of 18 lifts with a combined uphill capacity of 41,465 skiers and riders per hour

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Although Champagne Powder is a registered trademark of 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.

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 to the timbered, Alpine terrain of the high country near Steamboat.

There’s been tremendous collaboration among various snowmobile organizations in recent years to groom a vast network of trails

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throughout Northwest 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 more than 100 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 nearly 200 miles of snowmobile trails in eastern Rio Blanco County.

With all the areas to ride in and around Steamboat, don’t forget to respect key non-motorized areas such as the west summit of Rabbit Ears Pass. And, of course, snowmobiles are prohibited in all wilderness areas.

■ Maps of the trail systems, highlighting critical elk and deer winter range and motorized and non-motorized boundaries, are available at the U.S. Forest Service office at 925 Weiss Drive in Steamboat (970-870-2299). 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-of-state 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 available online, at State Parks offices or anywhere Colorado hunting and fishing licenses are sold.

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There’s a way to experience the solitude and serenity of Northwest Colorado’s beautiful winter landscape without the hum of ski lifts or the whine of snowmobile engines. And for most folks, it can be done for a fraction of the cost of a day on the slopes.

Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are energizing activities available to anyone with a little sense of adventure.

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 streambed.

There are good beginner options on the trails at Howelsen Hill, but experts also will be challenged by the routes that have hosted international competitions. Resident aerobic warriors pound the trails on Emerald Mountain behind Howelsen.

If the touring centers don’t offer adequate adventure, well-equipped 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

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marked by blue diamond emblems that are nailed to posts and trees along the routes. Informal maps can be picked up at the U.S. Forest Service office on the eastern edge of Steamboat, across U.S. Highway 40 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.

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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Navigating

STEAMBOAT

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Steamboat is typically thought of as having two main areas — the historic downtown shopping and dining district, often referred to as Old Town, and the mountain village area that includes the base of Steamboat Ski Area and the surrounding commercial and residential developments. Of course, as Steamboat has grown throughout the decades, the space in between and on the borders of the downtown and mountain areas has filled in with new residential and commercial development. But Steamboat remains easy to navigate for newcomers, and it typically never takes more than 10 or 15 minutes to get from one destination to the next, regardless of where you are in the city.

Here are some tips to getting around Steamboat during your vacation.

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City bus system

Steamboat Springs Transit, the city’s free to rider bus system, runs all year long. The service is beefed up and extended in winter, providing a fast and better-than-affordable means of transportation for visitors. All buses are wheelchair accessible and include exterior ski carriers.

Get the full bus schedule and map by logging onto www.steamboatsprings.net or calling 970879-3717.

Taxi and limousine service

Go Alpine is Steamboat’s lone local taxi and limousine service. Go Alpine taxis run all day and night. Arrange a ride by calling 970-8792800. The standard rate for taxi service in Steamboat is $3 per person plus $2 a mile. Children younger than 2 ride for free.

Go Alpine and Storm Mountain Express both offer executive shuttle service and transportation to and from Yampa Valley Regional Airport and Denver International Airport.

Lodging shuttles

Most of Steamboat’s lodging properties offer shuttle service to guests. Inquire at the front desk of your specific property to see what shuttle services are included with your stay.

Yampa River Core Trail

The Yampa River Core Trail is the city’s beautiful concrete path that parallels the river.

The trail is cleared of snow throughout the winter, and it’s a great place to stretch your legs and enjoy a peaceful walk or snowshoe any time of year.

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Local news, sports and weather www.steamboatpilot.com Steamboat’s only daily source of news, sports, weather and event information. Pick up a copy of the Steamboat Today at newsstands across the city, or log on to Steamboatpilot.com to keep up with what’s happening. You can also follow steamboatpilot on Twitter and become a fan of Steamboat Pilot & Today on Facebook.

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Ski conditions

Taxi service

970-879-7300 Steamboat Ski Area’s official snow and ski conditions update line. The snow report typically is updated several times throughout the day.

970-879-2800 Go Alpine is Steamboat’s only local taxi service provider. Don’t think twice about calling for a cab if you’ve had more than one drink. Steamboat’s high altitude means the effects of alcohol are more pronounced, and set in quicker. Don’t ruin your vacation by spending all or part of it in the local jail.

General ski area information 970-879-6111 Call the ski area’s main line for information on lift tickets, ski school programs and costs, the Kids’ Vacation Center and other resort-related programs. The ski area’s website is www.steamboat.com.

Ski patrol 970-871-5911 Steamboat Ski Area ski patrol is the primary resource if you or a friend or family member are injured or lost while on the mountain.

Yampa Valley Medical Center 970-879-1322 Yampa Valley Medical Center serves as Steamboat Springs’ hospital and primary health care services campus. Its website is www.yvmc.org.

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When the

SNOW flies the fish still bite

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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.

For those looking to fly fish, finding open, moving 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/ snowshoe) 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.

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 volumes 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.

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.

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 oudoor sporting goods store in Steamboat Springs.

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

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

■ Colorado Division of Wildlife 2010 Fees, 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 *licenses are valid until March 31, 2011, after which a new license must be purchased ■ For information about area guides, shops and outfitters, see the Activities and Shopping directories in the back of this issue of Explore Steamboat magazine.

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DINING RIGHT

A GUIDE TO STEAMBOAT RESTAURANTS WINTER 2010

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When most of

Steamboat is still asleep at 6 a.m., the kitchen is bustling and the counter is full of regulars at The Shack Cafe.

The breakfast hot spot is usually full of workers having their morning coffee and locals scanning the headlines, perched on green bar stools in the rustic, wood-paneled restaurant on Lincoln Avenue.

Some local devotees have been known to visit The Shack for one and sometimes two meals a day, and seasonal residents will want to put a visit to the cafe on their to-do lists.

“We have people saying, ‘We had to go to The Shack before we left town,”’ said Merdy Davies, who has been serving pancakes and avocado burgers at The Shack for more than 20 years.

The Shack has been feeding hungry locals and tourists downtown since 1969. Current owners Jay and Marci Baverstock bought the then-Waffle Shack in 1978 after leaving jobs in California to live and raise their family in Steamboat Springs.

The carefully crafted menu includes the classic bacon and eggs, homemade hash brown potatoes and grilled sourdough toast freshly cooked to order. The Hobo Special — eggs with onions, peppers, cheese and a choice of meat as well as hash browns and toast — is a local favorite.

Other popular breakfast favorites include the spicy huevos, The Shack’s kicked-up version of huevos rancheros, and the Jay’s choice, a traditional breakfast platter of bacon, eggs, pancakes and hash browns. Diners can also choose from three versions of eggs Benedict — traditional, Southwestern and vegetarian — each served with The Shack’s homemade Hollandaise sauce.

While The Shack is best known for serving breakfast all day, the kitchen also offers lunch dishes beginning at 11 a.m. The lunch menu includes an extensive sandwich board, with offerings such as the standard club sandwich or French dip, served with onion rings, french fries, baked beans, coleslaw or cottage cheese.

Diners also can choose entree salads or Marci’s long-standing favorite — the best cheeseburger ever built.

Weekday breakfast and lunch specials are just $5.95.

Although The Shack mainly caters to the “meat and potatoes” crowd, a number of vegetarian options have been added to the menu in recent years. At breakfast, vegetarians have a variety of omelets and griddle dishes to choose from, including waffles, pancakes and French toast dishes. At lunchtime, vegetarians can choose between the veggie burger, grilled cheese sandwich and the grilled vegetable sandwich with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, avocado and cheese on whole wheat bread.

Customers can expect friendly and attentive service from the staff, many of whom have been there for years and greet regulars by their first names.

“People know they’ll find a familiar face here,” Davies said.

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Featured Menu Items Breakfast-The Shack $5.95 Specials Monday

Bacon or sausage, two eggs, hash browns and toast

Tuesday Biscuit with gravy, one egg, bacon and hash browns

Wednesday Huevos rancheros – spicy or regular, hash browns and toast

Thursday Jay’s Choice – two pancakes, two eggs, bacon and hash browns

Friday

Breakfast Hobo Burrito smothered in green chili with hash browns

Lunch-Sandwiches and Salads The Club Triple-decker sandwich with turkey, Swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted wheat bread.

Grilled or Cold Vegetable Sandwich Tomato, onion, bell pepper, spinach, avocado and cheese on whole wheat bread

Hamburgers “Everything on em” Our hamburgers are 100% chuck grilled to order.

Almost 1/3 pound on a grilled bun with crisp lettuce, tomato, onion, a pickle wedge and smothered with the Shack’s Special Dressing.

Avocado Burger Our burger with sliced avocado and melted jack cheese

Chicken Tender Salad Chef salad with crispy chicken tenders and avocado

970.879.9975 740 Lincoln Ave., downtown Open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday to Sunday

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8th Street Steakhouse — a unique and fun dining experience

Are you looking for

a unique dining experience tonight?

Then make 8th Street Steakhouse your next dinner destination. This family-oriented restaurant is the perfect place to bring your group, no matter the size. From a romantic dinner for two, to a group of skiing buddies, everyone is sure to find something to whet their appetite. Your mouth will be sure to water when you throw your steak on the grill. As it sizzles, add some homemade teriyaki sauce or a dash of their many spices.

And don’t forget your Texas toast!

8th Street Steakhouse prides itself in serving up the best steaks and seafood around. Cook one of their prime-grade New York strips, baconwrapped filet mignons, juicy bone-in ribeyes, buffalo cuts or Kobe steaks over one of the two 20-foot lava rock grills. Or, simply sit back and relax as their chef perfects your baby-back ribs, Alaskan king crab legs or Australian lobster tails.

Your friendly server will also offer numerous side dishes, cooked to perfection. Start your night off with the

award-winning stuffed mushrooms, or accompany your mouth-watering steak with a choice of fresh steamed asparagus or a roasted twice-baked potato. And finish it off with one of the delicious, homemade desserts!

And to wash it all down? Enjoy yourself with a favorite drink or choose something from the award-winning wine list, with the finest vintages from the world’s greatest wineries, by the bottle or by the glass. At 8th Street Steakhouse, your meal will always have

the perfect accompaniment.

On top of fantastic food and fun, 8th Street Steakhouse provides a magnificent Western ambience.

They took care of every detail.

With cozy booths and candlelight, you’re sure to feel like you’re in a mountain retreat. The recent remodel of 8th Street Steakhouse also aims to please with a second grill, butcher shop, and salad bar on the upstairs balcony. The expansion is something you should experience for yourself. And, for the kids, there’s the authentic saddle

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Featured Menu Items All entrees include all-you-can-eat salad bar: Filet Mignon USDA Prime New York Strip Angus Bone-In Ribeye Beek Kabob Buffalo Ribeye Wild Sockeye Salmon Shrimp Skewers Alaskan King Crab Legs Australian Lobster Tail Baby Back Ribs Angus Ribeye Kobe Filet Teriyaki Chicken Lemon Chicken Side Dishes (a la carte) Baked Potato Garlic Mashed Potatoes Beer Battered Onion Rings Home Fries Steamed Broccoli Creamed Spinach Twice-Baked Potatoes Sweet Potato Fries Steamed Asparagus Sauteed Veggie Plate

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seats and free s’mores for dessert!

“We pride ourselves at the 8th Street Steakhouse in having the best steaks around, and that philosophy extends from the kitchen to the wine cellar to the bar,” owner Tim Pahula said.

If you are planning a party or group gathering, 8th Street Steakhouse is the perfect place.

The grill-your-own-steak aspect is a fun experience for any gathering because it lends itself to socializing. And whether old

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friends or complete strangers gather around the grill, there’s sure to be sharing of ski stories and toasts to Steamboat.

Sports fans also can enjoy one of five flat-screen TVs in the bar while enjoying one of the many microbrews on tap. Guests can take advantage of daily happy hour specials and nightly chef specials.

Definitely put the steakhouse on your list of must-do’s while in Steamboat — it may be the only thing that will outdo the skiing!

8th Street Steakhouse is located on 8th Street between Lincoln Avenue and Yampa Street

970.879.3131 50 8th St., Downtown Open 5 p.m. Monday-Sunday Bar opens at 3 p.m.

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Double Z Bar & BBQ — a friendly place to eat and drink

The Double Z Bar & BBQ is an organic high-

country collision of cowboys and ski bums who found common ground over beers at the bar. Head downtown to the evening’s real event: a beer and barbecue throwdown at the Double Z Bar and BBQ. Double Z — winner of the “Best of the ’Boat” for burgers, fries and barbecue — is a small but friendly bar with patios in the front and back. The lively bar and

grill quickly fills to capacity most nights. The crowd is eclectic— a talkative, welcoming, mostly local mishmash of extreme-sports enthusiasts tugging at eyebrow rings, ruddy-cheeked Shaun Whites wrestling with undisciplined locks, rumpled plaid-clad fishermen fresh out of the creek, rodeo chasers in sharp-creased jeans, and polarfleeced tourist families of four, dizzily ravenous after a taxing day of high-country recreation. You’ll find them all at “The Z.”

If you have a love of barbecue and are not afraid to get your fingers dirty, this is the place for you! Barbecue is nothing without its sauce, and Double Z’s is made on site. The sauce is balanced and sassy, a tangy-silky glaze that is at once bold and delicate with confident layers of tomato, garlic, smoke and sagey ranchland air. Try the sauce on a rack of ribs, pork or beef. The meat is slow smoked to perfection, not burnt but smoked, and not fatty but meaty. Go ahead and gnaw; you won’t feel inhibited

here licking your fingers. Ask for baked beans and crunchy coleslaw on the side.

Servers at the Double Z are as casual as the place itself. There is no formality here, so relax and enjoy. If you’d like to see for yourself what Steamboat is really like, stop in. If you’re in the mood to stay in, pick up the phone because Double Z delivers for lunch and dinner. And if you just can’t get enough, you can also buy a tub of Z sauce to go.

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Featured Menu Items Appetizers Rocky Mountain Oysters Chicken Lips five chicken tenders deep fried

Chicken wings served hot or BBQ

Spicy hot links

Salads

Z Salad, Zeasar salad

BBQ Baskets

Comes with choice of french fires or coleslaw and beans

Pork Ribs — St Louis-style spareribs Beef Ribs — country-style spareribs Smoked Chicken — ½ chicken grilled Combo ½ chicken, beef or pork ribs (choice of two)

Sandwiches and Burgers

Comes with choice of french fries or coleslaw and beans

BBQ Beef or Pork

Sliced beef top round or pork sirloin in our own sauce Served on French roll with cheese

New York Steak Sandwich 8oz charbroiled open face sandwich Also available Cajun style

Crab Cake Sandwich Served with tartar sauce on french roll

Hot link Spicy hot link, grilled Served on a French roll with cheese

Chicken Lips

Chicken Tenders breaded and deep fried Served on a French roll

Chicken Breast Filet BBQ , plain, Cajun or teriyaki, served on a burger bun

Combo Sandwiches

Any two with choice of: Chicken Filet, BBQ Beef, Hotlinks, BBQ Pork, Ham, Lips

Burgers ½ lb

100% chuck burger

Fish and Chips

Children’s and bulk menus available

Call for Delivery

The Double Z Bar & BBQ is located on Yampa Street across from the river and the bike path.

970.879.0849 1124 Yampa St., Downtown Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Sunday

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L’Apogee — a unique, elegant dining experience

Photo by Laura Brewer

Family owned for 30 years, Harwigs/L’Apogee is a

true locals favorite. Offering a dining experience from all ranges of the taste and price spectrum, it is sure to please everyone.

Harwigs’ innovative chefs create a new, delicious menu each month, focusing on fresh and locally grown ingredients.

From their herb garden at Yampa River Botanic Park, to their private greenhouse, Harwigs uses the freshest herbs, spices and vegetables. When possible, the restaurant also acquires their poultry, lamb and eggs directly from Routt County ranches.

Although their menu is everchanging, a few examples of past

“With its cozy, warmly decorated dining rooms and gracious staff, this charming eatery in the 1880 Harwig Building serves impeccably prepared, innovative fare...”

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menu items include: Muscovy duck breast with parsnip purée and herb vert, Yampa Valley lamb chops with savory bread pudding surrounded by grilled fig and sherry reduction, herbroasted game hen with barley risotto and natural jus.

The wine list at Harwigs/ L’Apogee is also one of the best in the country, having received the “Best Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator for the past 23 years. Take advantage of the free wine tastings on Wednesday nights to find a new favorite. The wine bar menu completes the experience, offering lighter, moderately priced fair to complement your wine.

If you choose to be more indulgent, you can reserve the wine cellar table with seating for up to 10. The chefs will specially prepare a custom menu and the wines will be carefully selected to pair with the flavors of each course. This is a fabulous idea for birthdays, anniversaries or that special occasion.

“Harwigs/L’Apogee is delightful, a place to sit and savor every bite... It’s also worth checking out the wine cellar if you can.

Our service at Harwigs... was impeccable.”

-The Chicago Tribune For larger parties, Harwigs/L’Apogee has a private upstairs room that will accommodate up to 40 guests.

If you want a truly unique, dining experience, in a relaxed Steamboat atmosphere, be sure to stop by Harwigs/L’Apogee. It is an evening you will not forget.

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Photo by Laura Brewer

Photo by Laura Brewer

Photo by Laura Brewer

Harwigs/L’Apogee “owner Jamie Jenny has created a masterpiece in fine dining for the past 28 years in a small, cozy and beautifully appointed space... Most amazing is the wine list, with a depth to rival that of the best restaurants on both coasts.”

-The Washington Times (2/16/2008)

Harwigs/L’Apogee is located on Lincoln Avenue between 9th and 10th streets

970.879.1919 911 Lincoln Ave., downtown Open 5 p.m. nightly

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La Montaña — Award-winning Mexican & Southwestern cuisine

Get La Montaña this winter!

When Michael Fragola and Katie Weeks are looking for inspiration for their Steamboat Springs restaurant La Montaña, they head to Santa Fe, N.M. The restaurant partners and chef Jeff Bresnahan recently came back from what Fragola called “a three-day feeding frenzy” there.

“Santa Fe” is the best adjective Fragola can find to describe the style of cuisine at La Montaña, whose 28-year run near the ski area makes it one of Steamboat’s best known and most popular restaurants. At the crux of that populari-

ty is the food — a creative blend of Southwestern and Tex Mex dishes with some surprises thrown in.

Take, for example, the Camarones de La Montaña, which is perhaps the restaurant’s signature entre.

The dish features jumbo shrimp stuffed with crabmeat, cheese and poblano peppers, then wrapped in bacon and topped with a jalapeno hollandaise sauce.

Another favorite is the Southwest Enchiladas — blue corn tortillas layered with roasted peppers, onions, goat and jack cheeses, and a tomato ancho sauce. Diners can choose chicken or shrimp, and the

dish is served with Spanish rice, pinto beans and a vegetable. Other dishes that differentiate La Montaña from other Mexican restaurants in Steamboat include the Pork Tenderloin Puebla, the Pepita Tuna and the Barbecued Glazed Salmon.

Bresnahan, a Pittsburgh native and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, runs a “total scratch kitchen,” meaning everything at La Montaña is handmade from the freshest ingredients.

Fabulous photos of the Southwest by former restaurant owner Tom Garrett, “art filled decor” and linen napkins help give La Montaña the

“Southwestern upscale” atmosphere Weeks and Fragola seek, but they are quick to say the restaurant is as welcoming to families and children as it is to a couple seeking a romantic dinner.

La Montaña’s location on Village Drive across from the Highmark at Steamboat Springs and One Steamboat Place puts it within walking distance of just about any condo on the mountain. The bar opens at 4:30 p.m. daily with happy hour going until 6. The restaurant’s handmade margaritas, including La Montaña’s homemade sweet and sour sauce, are a must.

Dinner service is from 5 p.m. to close.

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Featured Menu Items ~ Starters ~ Duck Confit Tacos ~ 3 mini tacos filled with Ancho chili bbq duck confit, dusted with Cotija cheese. Accompanied with Granny Smith apple chutney, fresh Anaheim coulis and Mulatto red pepper hot sauce 12.00 Empanada ~ 2 empanadas filled with roasted chicken, cilantro, Cotija and goat cheeses. Served with fresh Anaheim and yellow bell pepper coulis 12.00

~ Signature Southwestern Dishes ~ Served with choice of Tortilla Soup or House Salad All Southwestern dishes served with zucchini, tomato, corn, carrot sauté

Pork Tenderloin Puebla ~ Pork tenderloin, rubbed with a mild spiced achiote - ancho seasoning, pan seared and oven fired, served with creamy polenta and finished with a poblano pepper cream sauce 26.00 Southwestern Enchilada ~ Featured in “Bon Appetite Magazine” Blue corn tortillas layered with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, goat and jack cheeses, and a tomato ancho sauce 19.00 Anasazi Medallions ~ A pair of choice beef medallions, featuring the teres major cut, with a sweet chili rub, pan seared and oven roasted, served with buttered whipped potatoes finished with guajillo demi glace 23.00 Barbequed Glazed Salmon ~ Fresh fillet of North Atlantic salmon grilled with a sweet and tangy chili bbq glaze served with Spanish rice and a pineapple habanero salsa 28.00 Pepita Crusted Tuna ~ Sushi grade yellow fin tuna, crusted with chili pepitas, pan seared and served rare upon a griddled spiced black bean cake and finished with a margarita beurre blanc 36.50 Braised Chicken Molè ~ Boneless breast of chicken seared and braised in a rich, savory molè of dried and fresh chilies, pinon nuts, pepitas, tomatoes, garlic, onion and a hint of chocolate served with creamy polenta 26.50

~ Tex Mex Specialties ~

Served with choice of Tortilla Soup or House Salad

Fajitas ~ A local’s favorite! we will grill your selection of chicken, beef, pork, or elk and serve it with sherry caramelized onions, spicy sweet peppers and the traditional garnishes of pico de gallo, cheddar cheese, house-made guacamole, sour cream and warmed flour tortillas. We also offer grilled portobello and tofu fajitas created the same way, seared on a vegetable griddle.

Chili Relleno ~ A roasted Pasilla chili stuffed with asadero, manchengo and jack cheeses, rolled in yellow cornmeal, quick fried and served with Southwestern tomato sauce and a hint of cinnamon 15.95

970.879.5800 2500 Village Drive No. 102 Happy hour 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Dinner service 5 p.m. to close

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Ski the Mahogany Ridge this winter!

Mahogany Ridge Brewery & Grill is like no other Steamboat Springs restaurant.

First, it’s the town’s only brewery, offering 30 different craft-brewed beer styles throughout the year. There are 7 on tap at any given time ranging from the renowned Alpenglow, a rich amber ale, to Uncle Daryl’s Dunkelweizen, a Bavarian wheat beer with a banana and clove aroma.

Second, it’s the only restaurant with a “dipping menu.” Entrees come with two chef-recommended dipping sauces or patrons can choose from any of the 20 dipping sauces on the menu ranging from Apple Chutney to Porter Cream made with Mahogany’s Powder Cat Porter.

Mahogany Ridge also stands out for its food. “People come in and are definitely surprised by the food,” owner Charlie Noble said. “It’s not your typical brewpub fare.”

For example, not many brewpubs offer Adobo Rubbed Lamb Sirloin, Caribbean Jerk Spiced Duck Breast or the dozens of other internationally inspired dishes on Mahogany’s menu.

Veteran Steamboat chef Jason Salisbury has manned the kitchen since Mahogany opened in 2003. Salisbury loves to travel, especially to Central and South America, and always brings back new cuisine ideas from his trips.

For example, a trip to Costa Rica influenced the marinade Salisbury uses for the Spicy Tuna Ceviche, and Salisbury’s visit to Savannah, Ga., prompted the Southwestern Shrimp and Grits to make its way onto the Mahogany menu.

Noble and Salisbury are veterans of the Steamboat restaurant business. Noble started with the Steamboat Brewery and Tavern as the brewer in 1993 and stayed with the business until it closed in 2002. He came back to the

brewery when it reopened as Mahogany Ridge in 2003 and bought the restaurant in 2004 with his wife, Nancy. Salisbury worked for La Montana as a chef for 9 years before coming to Mahogany Ridge when it opened. He’s been there ever since.

Together Noble, Salisbury, sous-chef Brad Bates and Manager Jake Owens have created a winning formula — great food and hand-crafted beers in a wonderful setting downtown. And the prices accommodate just about anyone. “Locals say it’s their go-to place,” Noble said. “They’re always satisfied and they never break the bank.”

Dinner is served at Mahogany from 4 to 10 p.m. Happy hour, featuring half-price drinks and $1 tapas, is from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

The restaurant also does a late-night happy hour from 10 to midnight, with half-price appetizers and $2 pints.

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Featured Menu Items Dipping Entrees

All entrees are served with a sizzling platter of vegetables

Adobo Rubbed Lamb Sirloin: Grilled medium rare and served with a toasted quinoa relleno rosemary mint mojo & red bell pepper cilantro sauces.

Maple Glazed Chicken Breast: Naturally raised bone in chicken stuffed with cranberries and pecans and served over wild rice pilaf with apple chutney and porter cream sauces Tandoori Spiced Yellowfin Tuna: Pan seared rare and served over warmed Israeli cous cous with Serrano lime mojo and sriracha miso sauces Garlic Sage Rubbed Buffalo Steak: Grilled medium rare and served over white cheddar mashed potatoes with red bell pepper cilantro and porter cream sauces Yucatan Pork Tenderloin: Achiote rubbed and grilled medium with toasted corn polenta, smoked tomato demi glace and spicy black bean sauces Chile Rubbed Beef Tournedos: Naturally raised Harris Ranch filet grilled medium rare and served on a garlic mashed potato tostada with smoked tomato demi glace and porter cream sauces Caribbean Jerk Spiced Duck Breast: Pan seared and served with Cuban fried plantains, guava habanero and sriracha miso sauces Vietnamese Sizzling Tofu: Marinated roasted tofu served flaming hot with jasmine rice, cucumber salad, fresh mint and cilantro. Roll together with bibb lettuce and enjoy with Thai peanut and soy mignonette sauces Dipping Sauces: Apple Chutney, Chipotle Aioli, Creole Remoulade, Guava Habanero, Mango Salsa, Porter Cream, Red Bell Pepper Cilantro, Rosemary Mint Mojo, Serrano-Lime Mojo, Smoked Tomato Demi Glace, Soy Mignonette, Spicy Black Bean, Sriracha-Miso, Thai BBQ , Thai Peanut and Wasabi Cream.

Note: Mahogany Ridge also offers a variety of salads, soups, sandwiches and burgers as well as the following “Brewery Plates:” Tofu Noodle Bowl, Thai BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Halibut Fish & Chips, Mahogany Fried Chicken, Penne Primavera and Blackened Salmon Noodle Bowl.

970.879.3773

435 Lincoln Ave., downtown Open 4 p.m to close • Happy hour is 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Kitchen is open 4 to 11 p.m.

Late night happy hour is 10 p.m. to midnight

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Off the Beaten Path — a great place to meet

“Good books, good coffee, good friends.”

It’s no wonder this has become Off the Beaten Path’s motto. There is no better place in town to grab a good cup of coffee or latte and a pastry, while reading the latest best-seller or catching up with good friends.

The cafe sits in the heart of the best allpurpose bookstore in Northwest Colorado.

With its warm, inviting atmosphere, you could easily find the hours slipping away

as you sip your cappuccino or Pinot Noir while munching on one of the bakery’s many homemade offerings. From Off the Beaten Path’s famous Cowboy Cookies and multi-grain bread, to their fresh salads and sandwiches, you can always find a good meal or snack here.

Set in the loft overlooking the store, Off the Beaten Path also offers a complimentary computer bar with wireless internet. Whether meeting a business associate or friend, this is the place. Serving food and drink all day

long, you never need to worry about coming at the wrong time.

The coffee and wine menus are equally impressive. Off the Beaten Path only serves locally roasted Storm Mountain Coffee, a locals’ favorite. The wine menu is also carefully chosen, and pairs perfectly with the cafe’s many soups and salads. On your next stroll through downtown, be sure to make a stop at Off the Beaten Path’s cafe. You may just find your new favorite spot!

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Featured Menu Items

Breakfast Coffee

Espresso drinks: Lattes, Mochas, Cappuccinos (Beans from Storm Mountain Coffee Roasters in Oak Creek)

Teas & Hot Chocolate Baked Goods

Cranberry Almond Biscotti*, Cinnamon Twists, Danishes* Scones*, Harvest Muffins* Baklava, Carrot Cupcakes* Croissants, Bagels ScramBagels (Bagel and Egg Sandwich)* ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Lunch Soups, Paninis & Chicken Salad* ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

All Day Dining Wine, Big Trains, Smoothies & Milk Coolers Baked Goods Chocolate Chip Cookies*, Cowboy Cookies* Brownies*, Chocolate Almond Clusters* Multigrain bread, slice or loaf*

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ *Homebaked Off the Beaten Path Signature Items Off The Beaten Path is located on 9th Street between Lincoln Avenue and Yampa Street

970.879.6830 68 9th St., downtown Open every day

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Riggio’s Ristorante — traditional Italian cuisine

Exceptional Italian fare Great wine Relaxed atmosphere

There is something unique about traditional Italian cuisine that separates it from the culinary styles of other countries.

Welcome to Riggio’s Ristorante, an escape to authentic Italy. Located on the west end of downtown, Riggio’s is a local’s favorite and an award-winning restaurant that blends the styles of northern and southern Italy with creative revisions of classic Italian dishes.

Perfect for a romantic dinner for two or a traditional family meal, Riggio’s offers something for everyone to mangia!

For Rich Most, owner and executive chef at Riggio’s, passion is the defining characteristic of Italians and their food.

That passion for family and friends, great wine and perfectly prepared meals is always on display at Riggio’s.

Richard and his wife, Stacy, are entering their seventh winter as Riggio’s owners. They bring a family-first philosophy to every aspect of the restaurant. Nowhere is that more evident than their interaction with staff and guests.

It’s one of the reasons Riggio’s has been among Steamboat’s most successful restaurants for more than 20 years.

That success begins in the kitchen, where the professional staff uses only the freshest ingredients. The aromas of sauteed garlic and fresh lemons, rosemary and sage float from the kitchen into the main dining room, invoking thoughts of the Mediterranean that are brought to life in this newly renovated warm Tuscan atmosphere.

Large, full-color Jim Steinberg landscape photographs of old-world Italy and the rugged Rocky Mountains of Colorado adorn the restaurant’s walls.

A large upstairs seating area is ideal for private parties, large gatherings and other special occasions.

Riggio’s menu has been carefully crafted throughout the years to offer the perfect balance and variety of dishes. Many of these dishes have become local favorites.

Riggio’s offers nightly specials and chef Most likes to get creative and incorporate fresh ingredients such as seafood risotto with truffle oil and taleggio cheese or Colorado lamb topped with an arugula hazelnut pesto.

The restaurant’s wine list is constantly revised to offer patrons top selections from Italy and around the world. “The wine is as important to the restaurant as the food is,” Most said.

Saving room for dessert is a must at Riggio’s, which offers a variety of

homemade Italian desserts. The desserts are made fresh daily and served in small portions for just $2.50 each, tempting patrons to sample more than one.

A full selection of after-dinner drinks, including espresso, cappuccino and latte from Steamboat Roasters is a perfect complement to a great meal.

Rich Most said an experienced, professional staff is one of the keys to Riggio’s success. Customers will recognize the staff year after year, which really reflects the family feeling the restaurant promotes. In fact, don’t be surprised if Lida Most, the owners’ 8-year-old daughter, visits your table to ask about your meal and your dining experience.

But a visit from Lida should come as no surprise at a restaurant whose motto is “Let our family feed yours.”

Bon Appetito!

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Featured Menu Items Riggio’s House Salad

Served family style dressed with our homemade gorgonzola vinaigrette and warm Ciabatta bread Served and dressed tableside

Caprese

DAILY HAPPY HOUR 5 to 6 p.m. ½ price appetizers, ½ price wine & martinis ½ price bottled beers

Slices of roma tomatoes and fresh mozzarella drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar topped with fresh basil and served with Tuscan toast points

Calamari

Sauteed with garlic, tomatoes, kalamata olives and capers

Mussels

Riggio’s famous fresh Prince Edward Isle mussels steamed in white wine with garlic, finished with your choice of fra diavolo or garlic cream sauce

Riggio’s Ravioli

Portobello mushroom ravioli sautéed with mixed wild mushrooms in a mouth-watering brown butter sage sauce topped with fresh pecorino romano cheese

Capo

Large scallops and prawns sauteed in olive oil with garlic and prosciutto, finished in a tomato cream sauce, tossed with penne

Lobster and Shrimp Gnocci

Medallions of fresh Maine lobster tail and sauteed shrimp with potato pasta tossed in a basil pesto cream, diced tomatoes and artichokes

Vitello Piccata

Scaloppine of veal sauteed in olive oil with capers finished in a lemon butter sauce and served with angel hair pasta and sauteed spinach

Filetto Capriciosa

Filet Mignon of beef seasoned and grilled, topped with goat cheese and a grilled plum tomato and finished in a bardolino demi glaze

Pollo Saltimboca

Chicken scaloppini sauteed and rubbed with sage, grilled and topped with prosciutto and fontina cheese, finished with a mushroom Marsala sauce

Children’s menu available 970.879.9010 1106 Lincoln Ave., downtown Reservations appreciated Serving dinner nightly at 5 p.m.

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Idyllically situated at the base of Mt. Werner, the Truffle Pig is Steamboat’s newest and most vibrant mountainside dining establishment. The ski-in/ski-out restaurant at One Steamboat Place is open daily for lunch, après-ski and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating year-round.

“While our service, setting and location are all premier, the creative flavors truly set us apart from any other restaurant in town,” notes Lance Thompson, director of operations for One Steamboat Place.

Inspired by Napa Valley’s style

of farm-to-table cuisine, Truffle Pig Executive Chef Ezra Duker integrates local and regional products throughout the menu that are perfectly complemented by a range of microbrews, organic wines and clever cocktails on the bar list. A gourmand through and through, Duker’s experience at renowned restaurants in Oregon and Northern California bears great influence on his signature dishes in Steamboat, many of which have already emerged as local favorites since its debut this summer. Among the most requested are Mussels and Fries presented in a cast iron

pot with a white wine and garlic confit; the Truffle Pig Bacon Burger served on a brioche bun with aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato and onion; the Baby Beet Salad and Gnocchi of the Day. Flatbreads, pasta and pizza dough are always made daily from scratch. The adjacent Truffle Pig Market offers a full coffee bar, seasonal soups, fresh salads, savory wraps, hearty sandwiches and pizza by the slice.

In full view of the slopes, an outdoor patio comfortably seats up to 60 and features heat lamps and a rectangular firepit where diners

can even roast s’mores. Inside, a wall of windows captures the light from morning sun over the peaks through alpenglow in the evening.

The handsome finishes in the dining room include reclaimed barnwood doors and western appointments. A 45-foot-long bar features seven flat screen TVs, and a glass-encased cellar reveals the restaurant’s extensive wine list.

The Market opens at 8 a.m. and the Truffle Pig opens at 11 a.m. for lunch with an incredibly reasonable après-ski menu offered from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dinner service is available from 5:30 p.m. to close.

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Featured Menu Items Cold Artisan Cheese Plate Bing Cherries, Marcona Almonds

Nisqually Bay Oysters (Pacific NW), Champagne Mignonette

Flatbread Roast Garlic, Parsley, Lemon, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Blue Cheese, Bacon, Watercress, Shallots Mushroom, Farm Onions, Spinach, Prosciutto, Pecorino

Mussels & Fries Mussels & Fries in Cast Iron with White Wine, Confit Garlic

Mains Wagyu Rib Eye with Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, Lemon

Steak Frites Wagyu Flat Iron, French Fries, Sauce Bordelaise

Day Boat Scallops with Corn Pudding, Cherry Tomatoes, Bacon

Fallow Venison with Potato Puree, Cipollini Onion, Spinach, Wild Blueberry Jus

Wild Ivory Salmon with Summer Beans, Shallots, Mustard Emulsion, Garlic Chips

Truffle Pig Bacon Burger Aged Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Brioche Bun

French Onion Dip Braised Short Rib, Caramelized Onion, Gruyere, Au Jus, Baguette

970.879.7470

2250 Après Ski Way

Open 11a.m. to close Monday to Sunday www.trufflepigrestaurant.com

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Get Slopeside this winter! Slopeside at the

base of Mount Werner is the place to be for après ski.

The Slopeside Grill hosts many a skier who stop for drinks and food on the restaurant’s “beach” after a day on the slopes. In summer, bikers, hikers and sightseers find the restaurant just as alluring.

Slopeside offers everything from a family-friendly menu during the day to drink specials at night.

With a large indoor seating area and plenty of outdoor, heated seating, the wait is never long and always worth it. Starting in February, the Slopeside bartenders serve up drinks on Steamboat’s one and only “ice bar” constructed of the cold stuff. And in the spring, live music fills the “beach” scene.

Slopeside is open from 10 a.m. to midnight. It’s walking distance to the Gondola and skiers and snowboarders can glide right into the restaurant from the Right-O-Way or Preview ski runs.

While its pizza is renowned by locals and visitors,

Slopeside also features a tempting assortment of dinner entrees such as blackened mahi, lemonherb halibut and homemade meatloaf. One of the restaurant’s specialties is the full rack — baby back barbecued pork ribs slow roasted to tender perfection with wood smoked flavor and served with potato and sauteed vegetables.

The kitchen closes at 10 p.m., but the fun doesn’t stop! Slopeside’s late-night happy hour features $7 pizzas and $3 draft beer. With more than 20 pizzas and nine drafts to choose from, there is never a shortage of late-night options.

General manager Chad Gagliano — who used to own Levelz, a Ski Time Square nighctlub and music venue lost to redevelopment three years ago — says he plans to “bring music back to the mountain” with live acts and other entertainment at Slopeside.

“This is a fun, family place,” Gagliano said. “It’s a great place to eat, have a good time and just enjoy the mountain.”

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Featured Menu Items Appetizers Western Dip A warm creamy blend of artichokes, parmesan & sour cream.

Served with our fresh tortilla chips. $6.95

Lettuce Wraps Sesame seasoned chicken mixed with water chestnuts, mushrooms, onions & garlic topped with a delicious oriental sauce. Served with broccoli slaw & lettuce cups.

Salads Tataki Salad Sesame crusted seared Ahi Tuna on mixed greens with crispy rice noodles, scallions, water chestnuts & red peppers. Drizzled with a light creamy wasabi sauce & served with a ginger vinaigrette.

Sandwiches Philly Cheese Steak Choice of classic Philly cheese steak, chicken or veggie burger patty sauteed with onions, mixed peppers & cheese on a hoagie roll.

Pizzas Wake Up Call Vegetarian pizza. Marinara topped with roasted garlic, spinach, red & green peppers, zucchini, tomatoes & mushrooms with mozzarella.

Pastas Boca Shrimp Spicy hot tender gulf shrimp sauteed in olive oil & garlic, spiced with a kick & tossed with fettuccine.

Entrees Halibut topped with lemon-herb butter.

Full Rack Our “award-winning” baby back barbequed pork ribs slow roasted to tender perfection with wood smoked flavor. Served with potato & sautéed vegetables.

970.879.2916 1855 Ski Time Square Drive Open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight Late Night Happy Hour from 10 p.m. to midnight with $7 pizzas and $3 draft beer www.slopesidegrill.com See our ad

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Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. — quality, service and value

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. was originally known as the Steamboat Seafood Co. in 1982.

Its goal was to bring the freshest seafood to the Rocky Mountains. In 1999, Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. was formed from OK Meats. The eatery has since grown into Northwest Colorado’s largest wholesale food purveyor.

Today, the store offers fresh and

frozen seafood, meats, gourmet sausages, homemade pasta and a wide variety of other items. Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. strives to be a leader in fresh fish, meats and other specialty items while maintaining a strict adherence to the highest standards of quality, service and value.

Steamboat Meat & Seafood also offers full-service, off-premises catering

in the Steamboat Springs area. Let the professional staff provide you and your guests with a unique gourmet experience for any occasion. Contact them today to discuss your event possibilities.

needs. Whether you’re looking to prepare a delicious seafood dinner at home or you’re looking for a quick lunch downtown, Steamboat Meat & Seafood won’t disappoint.

An array of other services also are available including game processing, the making of their famous jerky and more.

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. is a USDA-inspected facility and is HACCP certified.

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. is the shop for all of your meal preparation

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Featured Menu Items Live Lobsters, King Crab Legs, Wild Caught Salmon, Tuna, Scallops & Shrimp Oysters, Mussels, Clams & Caviar All-Natural Beef & Lamb, Buffalo & Elk Organic Poultry Award-Winning Jerky Gourmet House-Made Sausage Guidos Pasta Factory, Fresh cut to order, Raviolis & Gnocci Global experts, Specialty foods Full-service catering department

Featured lunch items Big Apple Reuben

Corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing served on grilled marble rye

Momma Mia’s Meatball Sandwich

Topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese served on a French baguette

Tarragon Chicken Salad

Tender chunks of chicken breast mixed with sour cream, mayonnaise, tarragon, celery and onion served on a croissant with lettuce and tomato

Steamboat Meat and Seafood Co. is located on Yampa Street between 10th and 11th streets

970.879.3504 1030 Yampa St., downtown Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday

Winona’s — Everyone is sure to leave happy!

Opened nearly 20 years ago by Fred and Winona Schwartz, Winona’s has since become a local’s favorite for fabulous breakfasts and lunches.

There’s no better place to gear up for a hard day of skiing than Winona’s with a large plate of Blueberry-Granola Pancakes or a Western Omelet.

Home to their world-famous cinnamon roll, Winona’s inhouse bakery is sure to please everyone, serving everything fresh, from scones, to muffins, to delicious cookies. It’s no wonder Winona’s has been featured in such publications as Bon Appetit, Sunset, Gourmet, Southern Living, Outside, and Continental.

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Winona’s offers daily breakfast and lunch specials, and serves five to six fresh soups each day in the winter. Customer favorites include the many varieties of Egg Benedicts and the indulgent Cinnamon Roll French Toast.

During the spring and fall months, Winona’s also features fabulous specials for locals, such as two-forone breakfasts on Tuesdays.

Fresh ingredients are the focus at Winona’s, including local beef.

From their homemade granola and corned beef hash, to their fresh salads and sandwiches, everyone is sure to leave happy.

Winona’s also offers full-service catering, including delicious wedding and birthday cakes.

Featured Menu Items Breakfast

Eggs Benedict

Poached eggs and hollandaise sauce served with home fried potatoes (single or double)

Eggs-travaganza

Two eggs any style — add bacon, ham, sausage patties or turkey sausage

Greek Goddess Omelette

spinach, feta, artichokes, tomatoes and parmesan

From the Griddle Apple Pan Dore

sourdough baguette french toast with warm apples and a lemon butter creme

Cinnamon Roll French Toast

Scramblers Veggie Scramble

spinach, mushrooms, onions, peppers, topped with pepperjack

Tofu Scramble

sautéed veggies scrambled with seasoned tofu and garlic

Short and Sweet Homemade Cinnamon Bun

as featured in Gourmet and Bon Appetite magazines

Assorted Muffins

ask your server for today’s selections

Lunch Hamburger

(1/3 lb cooked to order) Choice of lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumbers, sprouts, cheese, mayo, mustard, guacamole

Grilled Turkey Jack

Turkey, green Chili, tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, served on grilled sourdough

Salads Cowboy Salad

Barbeque chicken, roasted reds, roasted corn, black beans, red onions, white cheddar & Chipolte dressing

Filet & Goat Cheese Salad

Fried onions, craisins, goat cheese and medium rare filet served with balsamic vinaigrette

Soups Homemade Soup du Jour in a cup or bowl Winona’s is located on Lincoln Avenue between 6th & 7th Streets

970.879.2483 617 Lincoln Ave., downtown Open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Saturday • 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Serving dinner 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the winter & summer

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Tap House — where everybody knows your name

“What really keeps our customers coming back is our quality food at very affordable prices,” Baker said.

barbecue — which uses local legend Dean Martin’s sauce. The other sauces are made locally by Wing-Time.

the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs between Seventh and Eighth streets — offers the best of both worlds.

The owners understand the need for a place where the entire family can enjoy a meal in a laid-back atmosphere.

With more than 50 HD TVs and full satellite capability, The Tap House provides sports programming that rivals any big-city sports bar.

And although it features a large dining room and bar, The Tap House retains the small-town charm and comfort unique to Steamboat.

The Tap House offers all the traditional sports grill food — burgers and fries, battered chicken fingers, onion rings and heaping piles of nachos.

Tuesday is Wing Day at The Tap House, when 33-cent wings are offered from 11:00 a.m. to midnight. Wing Day is so popular that owners track sales by weight, usually selling 2 to 3 tons of wings a month.

The Tap House Sports Grill — in

The spacious dining room is a favorite spot for locals and tourists.

The bar often has been referred to as the Cheers of Steamboat — “the place where everybody knows your name.”

The analogy always puts a smile on the faces of local owners Gary Saxe and Melissa Baker.

But the restaurant is equally proud of its authentic Mexican fare such as the quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and tacos.

And, of course, there are the buffalo wings.

Often regarded as the home of the best wings west of Buffalo, The Tap House offers nine varieties of wings: mild, medium, hot, super hot, hot barbecue, barbecue, spicy garlic, cajun and the ever-popular oriental

“Not only is Wing Night a great deal, but it has become a weekly social event,” Saxe said.

If your appetite demands more than wings after a long day of enjoying the Yampa Valley, The Tap House has appealing entree choices, as well. Take your pick from ribs, a half chicken, a tuna dinner, an 8-ounce sirloin steak, a 12-ounce New York Strip or a 16-ounce rib eye.

All are served with your choice of soup or salad, french fries, mashed potatoes and gravy or rice for $9.95 to $19.95.

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Featured Menu Items Appetizers Nachos Piled high with spicy chicken, melted cheese, guacamole, sour cream and salsa. $8.25

French Onion Soup Traditional French Onion Soup baked to perfection $4.75

Entrees Philly Style Classic Steak Sandwich Topped with grilled onions, peppers and melted mozzarella.

Choice of fries, salad or mashed potatoes $8.95

Ribs! ½ rack of St. Louis Style Ribs, smothered in Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce… what more needs to be said? $15.95

Grand Slam Burger Start with our Classic Burger, topped with Swiss cheese, bacon & sauteed shrooms.

Choice of fries, salad or mashed potatoes $8.50

Fajitas!

Best fajitas in town! Steak, chicken, shrimp or portabello with sizzling, sauteed fresh vegetables $12.95 But a delicious meal is only half the deal. Saxe and Baker are avid supporters of local and Colorado sports teams and events.

The Tap House owns an impressive collection of sports memorabilia, including and honoring the hundreds of Olympians — past and present — who have competed or lived in Ski Town USA. Plus, the 50 HD TVs ensure there is not a bad sports-viewing seat in the house. You won’t miss any of your home team’s games while you are on vacation!

“Our philosophy is to be able to get any sports available by cable, Direct TV or satellite,

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including high-definition sports,” Saxe said.

The restaurant and bar area also features the popular NTN Network, a national sports, trivia and poker interactive game.

There’s no cost to play.

Fish Tacos Your choice of blackened, grilled or fried Ahi on corn tortillas, topped with cabbage and our homemade chipotle sauce $12.95

While waiting for your meal to arrive or for others to finish, children and adults can entertain themselves with the restaurant’s arcade games. The bar area also boasts two foosball tables and internet jukebox.

As its name suggests, The Tap House proudly offers more beers on tap — 21 — than any other restaurant in town. Domestics, imports and microbrews are available at a reasonable price.

970.879.2431 729 Lincoln Ave., downtown or visit www.exploresteamboat.com

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Go ahead and admit it: a day off the ski slopes would be good for your aching legs and back. But how are you going to make the most out of your rest day?

Don’t worry, Explore Steamboat has you covered. 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 directory on page 54.

Explore your artistic side Steamboat’s Western heritage has long made it home to stores and galleries celebrating the motif. More recently, the city’s arts scene has undergone a relative explosion. Steamboat’s historic downtown shopping district boasts an art museum and no fewer than a dozen galleries, where you’ll find everything from world-class landscape photography to breathtaking sculp-

tures, painting and mixed-media works. Feeling inspired? Places like the Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym and The Potter’s Wheel will let you and the kid create your own works of art to take home.

Vacation or not, sometimes there’s nothing better than sinking into a comfy chair and letting the entertainment come to you. Steamboat has two movie theaters playing new releases, including the six-screen Metropolitan Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas in Wildhorse Marketplace (just a short drive down Mount Werner Road from the ski area base). Downtown offers the Carmike Chief Plaza 4 Theater. Use your mobile phone or computer to log on to ExploreSteamboat.com for this week’s movie times and listings.

Bookworms shouldn’t miss the opportunity to explore the recently renovated Bud Werner Memorial Library in downtown Steamboat (13th

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Street and Lincoln Avenue). The $11 million expansion has produced a beautiful and state-ofthe-art library facility.

You don’t want your day away from the slopes to leave you cramped and sore. Loosen up those legs by heading to Howelsen Ice Arena downtown for a public skate session with the family. Call 970-879-0341 for public skate times and more information.

Whatever you do, don’t you dare let your Steamboat vacation end without a trip to one of the area’s famous hot springs-fed pools. Old Town Hot Springs at Third Street and Lincoln Avenue downtown offers three hot spring mineral pools with temperatures ranging from 98 to 103 degrees. There’s a also a heated pool and dual waterslides for the kids. For a special treat, head about 15 minutes north of town to the secluded

Hahns Peak is located in Hahns Peak Village on Routt County Road 129. Come let our pleasant and friendly staff fill you with a gourmet breakfast and send you out into the 2.5 million acres of National Forest on your adventure (Hunting, Snowmobiling, Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoe and Ice Fishing). Then return to the Inn after your successful day in the woods to relax in our hot tub. End your beautiful day in North Routt County with an unforgettable sunset in the high country of Northwestern Colorado.

Packed lunches available.

We will be happy to help arrange your adventure.

Jeff Dolan, 970-871-6221 The Hahns Peak Inn P.O. Box 899 61066 RCR 129 Clark, CO 80428 www.hahnspeakinn.net

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Strawberry Park Hot Springs. The $10 price of admission will be well worth the lifetime of memories from this unique experience.

Mind the mind and body OK, so you’re the type that just can’t stand a day away from physical activity. In that case, stop by Snow Bowl and reserve a lane for you and the family or friends. The Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs offers six cushioned hard courts near the base of the ski area. Steamboat also offers a number of gyms and fitness centers, including yoga and Pilates studios. Flip to the activities directory on page 54 for complete listings.

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Activity guide

❱❱ Art galleries

In the lobby of the Sheraton Steamboat Resort, 970846-7879 or 970-846-0791, www.redcontemporary.com, 3-9pm Tu-Sat. and by appointment.

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, 970-871-8000, www.steamboatgallery.com/portfolios.php, call for hours

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

Rocky Mountain Peddler

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.steamboat artisansmarket.com, 10am-6pm Sun.-W, 10am8pm 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.steamboat gallery.com, 10am-8pm M-Sat., 10am-6pm Sun. Atmosphere

Carries a selection of fine furniture, paintings, art, home accessories, upholstered furniture, case goods and lamps.

345 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2524, www.steamboat zing.com, 10am-6pm M-Sat., 10am-5pm Sun.

Bedrock Depot

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

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.

Center for Visual Arts

This nonprofit community art gallery features work in various mediums by more than 80 local artists.

906 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat Springs, 970-8465970, call for hours.

Copper Ridge Studio

Local artists’ studio featuring the work of 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 Liberman Photography

Images of Steamboat Springs and the surrounding areas.

24 Fifth St., 303-877-7707, www.davidliberman photography.com, call for hours

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., 970-879-7277, www.davidchase rugsandfurniture.com, 10am-6pm M-Sat.

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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.rockymountain peddler.com, 10am-8pm daily.

Romicks Into the West craftsmen and owners Mike Roach and Craig Rench, who seek to create timeless pieces of custom-designed furniture.

100 Main St., Oak Creek, and 344 Oak St., Steamboat Springs, 970-736-8244, www.dovetail furnituredesign.com, 9am-5pm M-Sat.

The Depot Art Center

Two galleries housed in the historic train depot building and celebrating 100 years.

1001 13th St., 970-879-9008, www.steamboatsprings arts.com, 9am-5pm T-F, weekend hours vary (call ahead)

Fawn Creek Gallery & Custom Framing

visits to Routt County.

703 Lincoln Ave., 970-846-0659, noon-6pm M-Sat.

Jan Maret Studio

Fine Art and sculptures, contemporary and abstract, commissions and murals.

970-846-6957, www.janwillman.com, call for appointments

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.

Shauna Lamansky Photographic Design

Offers quality Native American art and jewelry.

635 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-8481, 10am-9pm daily

Shauna Steele Lamansky offers professional portraits and features a gallery of landscape images.

928 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6213, www.steeleimagesstudio.com, call for hours

K. Saari Gallery

Sleeping Giant Gallery

Indian Art of Steamboat Springs

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.

Focuses on local, regional and national contemporary artists as well as serves as a platform for new and emerging artists in all mediums and disciplines.

837 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0188, www.ksaari. com, noon-5pm Tu-F, noon-4pm Sa-Su and by appointment

Displays the artwork of Don Tudor. Tudor’s photography includes local landscapes, nature, sports and architectural work.

601 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7143, www.dontudorphotography.com, 10am-8pm daily.

Greg Effinger Studios

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

Since 1975, Steamboat Art Co. has offered art, gifts, jewelry, home accessories and furnishings.

903 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-3383 or 800-553-7853, www.steamboat-art.com, 10am-8pm M-Th and Sun., 10am-9pm F-Sat.

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, 10am-5pm daily (except Tuesday).

Leisure Mountain Studio

Steamboat Art Museum

Hacienda Collection

Mountain Traditions

Art studio and gallery displaying water color paintings.

211 Third St., Steamboat, 970-870-8008, www. gregeffinger.com, 9am-5pm weekdays.

Green Otter Gallery

Huge selection of rustic, Southwestern/Mexican-style furniture with everything from home accents and lamps to handcrafted furniture and pottery of the Tarahumara Tribe of northwestern Mexico.

Curve Plaza, Steamboat, 970-879-5154, www. hacienda collection.net, 10am-6pm 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

Hayden Marketplace

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, 7am-4pm M-Sat. 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 888-588-1808, www.mountaintraditions.com, 10am-8pm M-Sat., 10am-6pm Sun.

Mary Pat Ettinger Studio

Home studio with an eclectic collection of landscape paintings, prairie prints, greeting cards, paper products and heart-woven textiles.

33374 N. Colo. Highway 13, Craig, 970-824-4383, open by appointment only.

The Portfolio Collection

Representing more than 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, 10am6pm T-Sat.

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.

Howelsen Place Gallery

RED Contemporary

Located in Howelsen Place, this gallery features metal and design work by international artist David Marshall, a resident of Spain who makes frequent

Contemporary artwork by regional, national and international artists. Featuring paintings, sculpture, ceramic vessels and paintings.

Steamboat Art Co.

See description under museums

Sundrop Framing

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

TEI Fine Art

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

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., 10am-6pm Sun.

The Local Exchange

1712 13th Street, Steamboat, 970-870-0333

Two Rivers Gallery LTD

970-879-0044

Urbane

This clothing store and skate shop keeps a large amount of art on its walls year-round, rotating to new artists each month.

703 Lincoln Ave., Suite B101, 970-879-9169, www.urbanesteamboat.com, 10am-8pm M-Sat, 10am-6pm Sun

White Hart Gallery

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and other interior furnishings.

843 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1015, 10am-8pm MSat., 10am-6pm Sun.

Wild Horse Gallery of Steamboat Springs

Located in downtown Steamboat Springs, 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.

802 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-5515, www.wildhorsegallery.com, hours vary by season.

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.steamboat zing.com, 10am-6pm M-Sat., 10am-5pm Sun.

❱❱ Bowling alleys 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) @ 9pm.

2090 Snow Bowl Plaza, Steamboat Springs, 970-8799840. Call for lane reservations, 3-11 Monday & Tuesday open at 3pm, Wednesday-Sunday open at 1pm. Cosmic cash, 9pm Fridays. Cosmic Karaoke 7 pm Saturday.

❱❱ Cross-country skiing

to FIS World Cup events. No rentals available. Nordic Trail Season Pass $65, day pass $8.

835 Howelsen Parkway, 970-879-8499 or Nordic Hotline at 970-879-8552 x739, www.steamboatsprings.net, 1-8 pm M-F, 10am-4pm Sat. and Sun., Dec. 5-March 28 (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.

Rocky Mountain Ventures

See description under rock/ice climbing.

Routt National Forest

Nine cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails on the west summit of Rabbit Ears Pass, from 1.6 to 7 miles.

Informal maps available at Hahn’s Peak-Bears 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.

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

Dutch Creek

See description under guest ranches.

Howelsen Hill Nordic Center

Features 21K of moderate to very technically challenging trails on Howelsen Hill that have played host

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, $245 for adult season pass and $18 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 with reservations, open 9 am-5 pm daily.

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. Highway 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.

❱❱ Dog sled tours

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. 4-March 27 (conditions permitting), $17 day lift tickets for adults, 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 Drive, 970-879-5188, www. steamboatpowdercats.com, mid-December through March, $400 per guest per day.

Steamboat Ski Area

Grizzle-T Dog & Sled Works

Featuring 18 chairlifts, one gondola, 165 trails, 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. 24-April 10, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm., www.steamboat. com.

Red Runner Dog Sled Tours

❱❱ Fishing

Offers guests the opportunity to drive their own team of sled dogs on day trips on private ranchland near Steamboat. Half-day trips twice a day, at 8 am and 1 0pm. $150 per adult, $115 per child.

Routt County Road 205 (11 miles west of Steamboat), 970-870-1782, www.steamboatdogsledding. com, offers pickup transportation.

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

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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, www.buckingrainbow. com, reservations recommended, $220 and up for guided trips.

Steamboat Flyfisher

Also see description under Cross-country skiing.

Steamboat Flyfisher has everything you need to get

—Snowmobiling & Ice Fishing —Cabin, Restaurant, & Bar —150 Miles of Groomed Trails —Convenience Store & Gas Station Exercise Classes Waterslides • 25-Yard Lap Pool • Hot Mineral Pools • Kiddie Pool • Saunas and Showers • Suit and Towel Rentals • Massage

Tennis Courts (summer) Snack Bar • Child Care • Fitness Center • Weight Machines, Free Weights and Cardiovascular Equipment

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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.

35 Fifth St., Unit 102 Steamboat, 970-879-6552, www.steamboatflyfisher.com, guided trips available.

Curves for Women

Steamboat Lake Outfitters

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).

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

Peak Fitness Center

Excel Gymnastics

Steamboat Pilates, Yoga & Fitness Studio

Family Fitness Center

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.

Forever Fit of Steamboat Springs

Offers personal training, physical therapy, rehab Pilates, yoga and massage with personally designed training and rehabilitation programs.

345 S. Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-870-3484

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.

See description under hot springs and pools.

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 Steamboat.

West U.S. Highway 40, 970-870-7877; www.curves. com, call for hours and membership costs.

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 Drive, Steamboat, 970-879-3467, www.879-egos.com, check online for schedules, costs and moving updates.

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Fusion Fit

Individual personal training and intimate group fitness classes, yoga/Pilates, spinning and massage. Now specializing in CrossFit. No membership required.

1625 Mid Valley Dr. No. 1, Steamboat, 970-8701444, www.steamboatcrossfit.com, call to sign up for a class or to schedule an appointment, drop-in group classes are $15.

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, $10 for day membership, $40 for week membership, can apply to longer membership options.

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, 970-8796788, www.steamboatpilatesandfitness.com, class schedules posted online.

The Yoga Center of Steamboat

The Yoga Center of Steamboat is a Sangha created to provide a sacred place for education and practices that promote a life in balance: a healthy body, peaceful mind and joyful heart, for its students and teachers. Located downtown overlooking the Yampa River and Emerald Mountain. In any season, enjoy the variety of benefits offered through yoga, pilates, tai chi and qigong with experienced, certified teachers in a beautiful, supportive setting.

701 Yampa St., Steamboat, 970-870-1522, www. yogacenterofsteamboat.com, call for class schedules and prices.

❱❱ 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 800-750-6220, www.elkriverguestranch.com, pickup transportation, $95 adult, $75 for children.

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.

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

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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.

Steamboat Lake Outfitters See description under fishing.

❱❱ Helicopter rides Zephyr Helicopter Co.

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, 970-8717998, 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.

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.

Dutch Creek

❱❱ Horseback & sleigh rides

Ragnar’s

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.bar lazylranch.com, call for schedule and pricing.

Mesa Equestrian Center

Easy access to ranch property at the base of Rabbit

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Elk River Guest Ranch

See description under guest ranches.

Offers a snowcat-drawn sleigh ride from the top of the Steamboat Ski Area gondola to a five-course, Scandinavian-style continental cuisine dinner.

2305 Mount Werner Circle (top of the gondola), 970-871-5150 for reservations, www.steamboat. com, dinner F-Sat and holiday nights.

Saddleback Ranch

Escape for the day to this family-owned, 8,000-acre working cattle ranch. Winter activities include two-hour, 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), 970879-3711, 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, $40 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. Highway 131, 970-879-8065 or 800-748-1642, www. windwalkertours.com, nightly Dec.-March, pickups at 1, 4:45 and 7:45 pm from the Gondola Transit Center.

Yampa Valley Carriage Co.

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.yampavalleycarriage company.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.

❱❱ Hot springs & pools 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 child care 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, call or visit Web site for hours, 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 (970-879-1873) 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 (13-17), $3 for kids (3-12), no credit cards.

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south and west of Steamboat), 970-736-8416 or 800-457-4453, www.hmranch.com, trail fee and lunch $30 per person.

❱❱ Hut trips Pack Country Outfitters

See description under Guest ranches.

Pearl Lake State Park

Pair of rustic yurts available year-round for rent less than a half mile from park gate. Cooking bench outside. Beds but no bedding.

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what to do 61105 RCR 129, Clark, 970-879-3922 or reservations, http://parks.state.co.us/Parks/SteamboatLake, $60 a night.

adult hockey drop-in games, donated skates available for use.

Never Summer Nordic

See description under cross-country skiing.

System of nine secluded backcountry cabins, huts 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

Yampa River State Park

❱❱ 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

Howelsen Ice Arena

The only ice rink in Steamboat features an Olympicsize 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, 970-879-4300 ext. 333, automated info line 970-879-0341, www.steamboatsprings.net, public skating free for 5 and under, $6 for youths, $7 for adults and $4 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 $4.

Oak Creek Ice Rink

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

A college library housing about 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 Drive (third floor of Bristol Hall), Steamboat, 970-870-4445, www.coloradomtn.edu/ library, 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.

Metropolitan Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas

Digital sound and 35-by-35-foot screens in the six auditoriums with full or partial stadium seating

Steamboat Tarot

located in the Wildhorse Marketplace.

655 Marketplace Plaza, Steamboat, 970-870-8222, www.metrotheatres.com, call for show times.

❱❱ Museums

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, free.

Tread of Pioneers Museum

Hayden Heritage Center

Experience the history of the Old West and the Yampa Valley. Set in the 90-year-old Denver and Rio Grande Western Depot building, the center exhibits artifacts including historic saddles, the Sullivan Rock and Fossil Collection and a collection of photographs.

300 W. Pearl St., 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.

Museum of Northwest Colorado

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.

World Footbag Association

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, free admission.

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.

Steamboat Art Museum

Wyman 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.

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

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 and 15. One-mile crosscountry ski/snowshoe track next to the Yampa River.

94350 E U.S. Hwy 40, Craig, 970-824-6346, www. wymanmuseum.com, free admission.

Yampa-Egeria Museum

Housed in the historic Bank of the Yampa Building built in 1903, this grassroots museum displays the

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❱❱ Other outdoor activities Bridgestone Winter Driving School

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 Square Drive, Steamboat, 970-8796104 or 1-800-WHY-SKID, www.winterdrive.com.

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 $100 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.

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Steamboat, 970-846-6562, www. steamboattarot.com, call for appointment and fees.

❱❱ 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 fullday 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.

❱❱ Salons & spas 10th Street Barber Shop

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, Ski with a Naturalist programs (free) and more. The Nature Store sells guidebooks and maps and rents snowshoes.

925 Weiss Drive, Steamboat, 970-871-9151, www. yampatika.org.

❱❱ Psychic readings Steamboat Tarot

Private intuitive readings with Life Coach and Tarot Reader, Susan de Wardt. With over twenty five years experience, Susan will gently guide you to those “aha” moments that provide new direction for your life. Tarot

Family owned and operated in the new Victoria building downtown. Offering hot-towel shaves, face and scalp massages, haircuts and more.

941 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9809, 8am-6:30pm M-F, 9am-5pm Sat, noon-5pm Sun.

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rich history of the Upper Egeria region.

100 Main St., Yampa, 970-638-4511, http://yampa valley.org/history0141.asp, open by appointment only during the winter.

Abracadabra Hair Design

Individualized attention and creative hair design is offered at Abracadabra.

2135 Burgess Creek Road No. 302, 970-870-8000, available by appointment.

Advanced Massage and Healing Arts

Incredible massage and body work clients will absolutely love.

2955 Village Drive No. 2, 970-879-2444, 8 am-8 pm M-Sat.

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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 appointment.

A-Head in Style by Dawn Zulian

A hair salon with a fantastic personal touch and more than 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

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.

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.

Bellezza

By Joan Peters. European Facials, microcurrent facial toning & brow shaping. Located Downtown.

For appointments call, 970-871-1740.

Bella Salon

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.

Body Boutique & Bella Sol Spa

Haircuts, colors and styles as well as skin care and massages that will rejuvenate any client.

810 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6945, available by appointment.

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.

Brio Salon & Spa

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.briosalonandspa. com, 9 am-6 pm M-Sat.

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-Sat.

Comb Goddess

Comb Goddess specializes in cuts, color and highlights. Featuring Bumble & Bumble products.

1104 Lincoln Ave., 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- 879-7141, 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

For a great style and a warm conversation, turn to Kathy at Dragonfly Hair Studio.

702 Oak St., 970-879-6543.

Exclusive Nails & Tanning

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.

The Grand Spa

Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage, facial or body treatment. Located lobby level of The Steamboat Grand.

2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5514, available by appointment.

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-Sat.

Hasami Salon

A salon for everyone with complete hair care.

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

Healing Wellness Spa

Inner beauty wellness spa. Detox, colonics, ageless skin care, and therapeutic detox treatments. Conveniently located in Old Town.

414 Oak St., 970-871-1975, www.healingwayswellnessspa.

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.

Life Essentials 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.lifeessentials-inc.com, 9 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Mountain Cuts

Your stop for drop-in haircuts, Mountain Cuts is always available for a new ’do.

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

Nails, nails and more nails. Come in for a great manicure.

1306 Lincoln Ave. Unit B, 970-879-5322, available by appointment.

Nail Wizard

Amazing nails are just a whiz away. Step in to see the magic.

440 S. Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6204, 9 am-5 pm M-Th, 9 am-3 pm F.

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Kassandra Collins, Stylist. Styling that makes a statement or subtley suggests the real you.

702 Oak Street, 970-846-2175

Pilates On The Rock

Personal instruction, private and semi-private sessions, groupmat classes.

1585 Mid Valley Drive #3, 970-376-6777, www. pilatesonrock.com.

Prime Kuts

Haircuts at a convenient Central Park Plaza location.

1835 Central Park Drive, 970-879-3368, 10am8pm M-F, 8am-6pm Sat.

Professional Electrology

Electrolysis in a comfortable atmosphere with a personal touch.

200 Caribou Lane, 970-879-5211, available by appointment.

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Rocky Mountain Spa and Salon

Your Steamboat Springs day spa, offering the total experience including massage, body wraps, body exfoliation, body waxing, facials and aromatherapy.

Fifth Street and Lincoln Avenue, 970-870-9860, www.steamboatspringsdayspa.com, 9 am-7 pm M-Sat.

Serenity Spa

Offering a variety of skin care and massage and body treatments in an intimate Old Town setting.

702 Oak St., Unit 10, 970-879-3381, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Shear Performance

Professional hair care with superior service. Come to receive the best quality in town.

842 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6127, available by appointment.

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.

Steamboat Spa Nails

Excellent quality nail care for ladies and gentlemen.

Also offering massage.

601 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-7920, Mon.-Sun. 9am-7:30pm.

Styling in Steamboat

You’ll leave Styling in Steamboat in style.

440 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-1885, available by appointment.

The Spa/Salon

24 Fifth St., 970-871-0202, available by appointment.

Tribeca Hair Studio

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.

Waterside Day Spa & Salon

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.

Wildhorse Salon

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.

❱❱ Ski & snowboard rentals Backdoor Sports

Full telemark and cross-country ski 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 Drive, 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.

1835 Central Park Plaza, Steamboat, 970-8791250, 8 am-8 pm daily, www.christysports.com. exploresteamboat.com

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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.

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare

Fleischer Sport Steamboat’s newest ski and snowboard shop in the new One Steamboat Place development at the gondola. Fleischer Sport is owned and operated by former U.S. Olympic skier Chad Fleischer.

2550 Après Ski Way in One Steamboat Place, Steamboat, 970-870-0900, www.fleischersport.com.

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 877-7547474, www.onestopskishop.net, store hours 8 am-8 pm daily.

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 877754-7627, www.powdertools.com, 8 am-7 pm daily.

Ski Haus International

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 Road, Steamboat, 970-8790385 or 800-932-3019, www.skihaussteamboat. com, 8 am-8 pm daily, call or check online for pricing.

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 Sport

2305 Mount Werner Circle, Steamboat, 970879-6111, www.steamboat.com. Open daily 8am-6pm.

NewStix Ski Technology and Sales Center — on-mountain yurt location atop the gondola with halfand full-day demos available with on site repair shop.

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.

Straightline 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.straight-toyou.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 on-mountain ski storage and shuttle drop-off available.

1855 Ski Time Square Drive, 970-879-8414 (Torian Plum Plaza) or 2500 Village Dr., 970879-3237 (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).

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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 Après Ski Way (Best Western Ptarmigan Inn), Steamboat, 970-879-3465, www.christysports.com, 8 am-8 pm daily.

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

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

See description under cross-country skiing.

SportStalker

Door 2 Door by Christy Sports

Steamboat Ski — Junior and beginner to high performance and ski equipment packages, snowboard equipment packages and helmet rentals.

Steamboat Sheraton Resort, 970-871-5348, 7:30 am-9 pm, until 7 p.m.

❱❱ Snow tubing Elkhorn Outfitters

See description under Snowmobile tours.

Howelsen Hill

The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club operates

We offer ing Trips h is F ly F d e id Gu year round!

The Olympian Building • 5th & Yampa Steamboat Springs, CO

970-879-6552

www. SteamboatFlyFisher .com

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what to do this three-lane tubing hill at the base of Howelsen Hill.

One-hour sessions begin at 4:30pm.

845 Howelsen Parkway, 970-819-8010 or 970879-0740, www.tubingsteamboat.com, reservations recommended.

Saddleback Ranch

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See description under horseback & sleigh rides.

❱❱ Snowshoeing High Meadows Ranch

See description under guest ranches.

Latigo Ranch

See description under cross-country skiing.

Rocky Mountain Ventures

See description under rock/ice climbing.

Steamboat Lake State Park

See description under cross-country skiing.

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp.

Ambassadors offer free, guided beginner snowshoe tours at 1 pm M-Sat. on a one-mile loop from the top of the gondola. Reservations necessary. Rentals not included with tour, but available from the Information Center in Gondola Square, where the tours depart. Guided gourmet snowshoe tour­— Join a Steamboat ambassador for an informative and fun snowshoe tour follwed by a gourmet lunch. Tours available daily. Reservations required. 871-5444.

2305 Mount Werner Circle, Steamboat, 879-0740, www.steamboat.com.

Steamboat Ski Touring Center

See description under cross-country skiing.

Yampatika

See description under other outdoor activities.

❱❱ Snowmobiling 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 crosscounty 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.

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, last-minute calls accepted, four-, six- or eighthour, and multi-day rentals starting at $150.

Saddleback Ranch

See description under horseback & 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.

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970.879.6669

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where to worship

Alpine Resort Ministries

A half-hour peace meditation and a videotaped seminar

by John-Roger is from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays with a discussion fol­lowing.

Call 970-879-3157 for location and information.

Anchor Way Baptist Church — SBC

Christ Covenant Reformed Presbyterian Church

Alpine Resort Ministries meets at 1:30 p.m. Sundays.

Vista overlook on Tower Run. Call Dr. Kent Osteen at 970-870-1992 or 970-879-7062 for information.

Bible study and Sunday school are at 9:15 a.m. Worship is at 10:15 a.m.

40650 Anchor Way, Steam­boat II, 970-879-7062, anchorway.com.

Baha’i Faith

Sunday worship at 10 a.m. at the Steamboat Springs Community Center in the summer and at the PerryMansfield Pavilion in the winter.

Call Del at 970-879-5729.

Christian Science Society

Call Sandy at 970-846-9994 for information.

Buddhist Center of Steamboat Springs

Meditation and Dharma talk are at 6:30 p.m. Mondays.

2550 Copper Frontage Road, No. 201, off of Elk River Road in Copper Ridge Business Park. Call 970-8795425 for a recorded schedule.

Church of Christ

Sunday Bible Class is at 9:30 am, and worship is at 10:30 am Sundays.

1698 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6670, www.steamboat church.org

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Sunday meetings at 9 a.m. (Sacrament Meeting), 10:20 a.m. (Sunday School and Primary), 11:10 a.m. (Priesthood, Relief Society, Young Men and Young Women).

1155 Central Park Drive, 970-879-0220, 970-879-0224.

Church of the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness

Services are at 10:30 am Sundays and at 5:30 pm the first and third Wednesdays of the month.

Seventh and Oak streets.

Concordia Lutheran Church

Sunday worship is at 8 and 10:30 a.m.

755 Concordia Lane at the corner of Maple Street and Amethyst Drive above the high school football field, 879-0175, steamboatlutheran.org.

Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses

month at the Steamboat Springs Community Center.

1605 Lincoln Ave. 970-736-0202.

1698 Lincoln Ave., one stop after Dream Island on the bus route, 702-445-9736.

Euzoa Bible Church

Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Worship is at 10 am and 5 pm Sundays. Child care provided at both services.

32305 R.C.R. 38 in Strawberry Park, 970-879-0123, www.euzoa.com.

First Baptist Church of Steamboat Springs

Sunday School and adult Bible study is at 10 am (all ages welcome). Worship service is at 11 am and 1 p.m. Sundays.

3200 Divine Way, one mile north of U.S. Highway 40 on Elk River Road west of Steamboat, 970-8791446 or 970-870-9583, http://hstrial-mclark234. homestead.com.

Har Mishpacha

“The Mountain Family” Jewish Commu­nity Group. Call or go online for more information.

P.O. Box 776108, 970-457-427, www.har mishpacha.org.

English-speaking congregation — Public meeting and Watchtower Study at 10 am Sunday. Bible study, ministry school and service meeting at 7:30 pm Thursday.

Spanish-speaking congregation — Public meeting and Watchtower Study at 1 pm Sunday. Bible study, ministry school and service meeting at 7 pm Wednesday.

3000 Elk River Road, 970-879-4075.

Holy Name Catholic Church

Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God

Pentecostal Church of Philadelphia

Worship service is at 11 a.m. the first Sunday of the

Saturday Mass is at 5:30 pm and 7 pm (in Spanish).

Sunday Mass is at 8 am (8:30 am during ski season) and 4:30 pm. Weekday Mass is at 7 am Monday, Wednesday, Friday; and 5:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursday. On Holy days, Mass is at 5:30 pm.

524 Oak St., 970-879-0671, holynamecc.org Opens its doors for the entire Latin community of Steamboat Springs at 7 pm Wednesdays and 6:30 pm Sundays.

Saturday services is from 10 am-noon with worship at 11 am.

347 12th St., 970-871-4927, steamboatsprings22. adventistchurchconnect.org.

Steamboat Christian Center

Sunday services are at 10 am and 5 pm. Spanish service is at 7 pm Sundays.

821 Doughtery Road, the log church across from the Fairfield Inn on Hwy 40. 970-879-0063, www. steamboatchristian.com.

Steamboat Springs Evangelical Free Church

Sunday worship is at 10 a.m., followed by Discipleship classes for all ages at 11:15 a.m.

Meets at Christian Heritage School in Heritage Park, 27285 Brandon Circle, 970-879-3020, steamboat springschurch.com

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Worship guide

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

Worship at 8 a.m. Sundays with Holy Eucharist (no music) and 10:30 a.m. with Holy Eucharist, music and child care. Sunday School for all ages is at 9:15 a.m.

Ninth and Oak streets, P.O. Box 770722, 970-8790925, steamboatstpauls.org.

United Methodist Church of Steamboat Springs

A traditional Sunday worship service is at 9 am, and “Elevate,” a contemporary service, is at 10:45 am. 736 Oak St., 970-879-1290, www.umcsteamboat.org

SUNDAY

Pastor Chris Meade Connecting People to Christ with Passion & Purpose

SUNDAY

9:15 am Sunday School & Bible Study 10:15 am Worship Service

WEDNESDAY

6:00 pm AWANA Kids (October-May)

Call 879-7062 for more information Located in Steamboat II 2 miles west of Steamboat Springs www.anchorway.com

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where to eat

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Amante $ Casual, trendy and hip, Amante is an Italian 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; second location in Bud Werner Memorial Library

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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.backcountry provisions.com, Open Daily 7 am-5 pm

Bagel Works • • $

Freshly made bagels and cream cheese guaranteed to please. Dine-in or take-out.

1119 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1353, Open daily breakfast & lunch, Open weekdays 6 am-3 pm, Open weekends 6:30 am-3 pm

Bamboo Market Health Foods • $

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 • • • $

In Gondola Square, the “Bear” is the place to grab a burger and frosty beverage while enjoying a day at the mountain. New this season the Bear River Terrace and Umbrella Bar. 2305 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-5165, www. steamboat.com, call for hours

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

Bella’s • • $

Located below the Chocolate Soup Pastry Café, Bella’s wine bar offers European wines and simple fare in a rustic setting.

737 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9463, 5 pm-2 am T-Sun., www.bellascolorado.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

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Cafe Diva $$$ Seasonal menu created with fresh organic produce, naturally raised meats and wild seafood. Extensive wine cellar and staff of three certified Sommeliers.

Torian Plum Plaza in Ski Time Square, 970-8710508, www.cafediva.com, Open nightly 5:30-10 pm

Blue Sage Pizza • $$

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

Authentic Chicago deep-dish pizza, freshly prepared dough and homemade sauce guarantee this pie will please any crowd. Blue Sage Pizza is in Central Park Plaza, and is available for delivery, carry-out or by the slice.

Central Park Plaza (next to Blockbuster), 970870-8600, 11 am-10 pm Sun.-Th, 11 am-midnight F-Sat.

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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 pm-9 pm M-F, 11:30 am-9 pm Sat.-Sun., full dinner menu starts at 5 pm Bombay Grill • • • $$

Steamboat’s only Indian restaurant; located in Wildhorse Marketplace off Mount Werner Road.

609 Marketplace Plaza, Steamboat, 970-8711663, Open daily 11:30 am-2:30 pm and 5-9 pm

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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 Burrito Babes $ Get your burritos delivered to your home or workplace. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Made fresh daily.

970-819-1989 The Cabin Restaurant & 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

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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

Cantina Mexican Restaurant • • $-$$

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.

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.

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

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, 970-870-

0224, 737 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0225, 7 am-5:30 pm T-Sat., 8 am-4:30 pm Sun.

Ciao Gelato • • • $

There is no better place to go for a taste of Italy than Ciao Gelato. The shop’s warm family environment, along with its delicious pizza, paninis, coffee and gelato, will be a highlight of your day.

700 Yampa St., 970-870-7979, 9 am-8 pm M-Fri., 10 am-8 pm Sat.-Sun.

Colorado Bagel Co. & Deli • • $

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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Coldstone Creamery $ 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; 1815 Central Park Plaza, 970-879-0202 Cottonwood Grill • • • $$-$$$

Located along 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 Cafe $ 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.

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

Deep Steep Tea Co. $ More than 77 high-quality teas and tisanes are available at this new shop in Old Town Square.

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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, 970-879-4811, 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! Delivery available.

1124 Yampa St., 970-879-0849, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

Gondola Pub & Grill • • • $

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, Serving lunch and dinner T-Sat. 11 am-close, Sunday brunch 9 am-close

Breakfast, lunch and dinner all served in a casual mountain atmosphere. Bring the whole family to the Gondola Pub & Grill for a hearty meal.

2305 Mount Werner Circle No. 1, 970-879-4448, Open daily 11 am-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.

50 Eighth St. Downtown, 970-879-3131, Bar open daily at 3 pm, Restaurant open nightly at 5 pm

Fiesta Jalisco • • • $

Dreamboat Cafe • • $

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.

The Drunken Onion • • $

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.

Located inside the Old Town Hot Springs, the Dreamboat Café is a great spot to grab a quick bite to eat after working out or enjoying a massage.

136 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1828, 8 am-5 pm M-F 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.

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, 970-871-4633, 6:30 am-2 pm M-Sat., 7 am-2 pm Sun. The Epicurean Charcuterie & Cafe • • $

Master Chef Marco Pauvert offers his mastery of fine foods, specializing in fine cuts of meats. Marco and

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The Ghost Ranch Saloon $-$$ Steamboat’s newest restaurant and live entertainment venue features a kitchen 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.

Geno’s Caffe Bar • • $

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), 970871-5150, www.steamboat.com, dinner 6-9 pm F and Sat.; 5:30 pm happy hour Fridays;

Healthy Solutions Grab & Go Deli • $

Conveniently located downtown, Healthy Solutions offers organic wraps, sandwiches and salads.

Third street and Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4747, open M-F 9 am-3 pm

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Hungry Dog $ New walk-up food stand serving hot dogs, nachos, chili and more in downtown Steamboat.

Kiosk at Seventh Street and Lincoln Avenue, 970819-2224, 11am-10pm M-F, 11am-2am Sa-Su.

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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 8 am-4 pm

Bamboo Market Health Foods Featuring Steamboat’s Only Organic Deli

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 milkshakes in town.

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.

2015 Central Park Drive, 970-879-7618, Open daily 10 am-10 pm

La Montaña Mexican Restaurant • • • $$

Fresh roasted chilies, grilled fajitas and warm tortillas awaken the senses at La Montaña. Nationally recognized dishes and 20 margarita options await.

2500 Village Drive, 970-879-5800, www.lamontana.com, Open nightly 5 – 10 pm, Bar open nightly 4:30 – 11 pm

Lil’ House Country Biscuits & Coffee • • $

Located in a small space next to Big House Burgers, Lil’ House serves up country biscuits, quick lunches and hot coffee at unbeatable prices.

2093 Curve Plaza, Steamboat, 970-870-8500, open daily 6:30 am-3 pm.

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Lyons Soda Fountain $ Enjoy a local favorite at Lyon’s Corner Drug, an oldtime 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.

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635 Lincoln Ave. in Old Town Square, 970-8711226, 11 am-6 pm M-Sat.

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

2500 Village Drive, 970-879-2965, Open daily 7 am-11 pm Mazzola’s Majestic

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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

CIAO GELATO

No better place for a taste of Italy!

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Fresh Baked Goods

www.bamboomkt.com Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm Waterside Village 11th and Yampa • 879-9992

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Locally Produced Items

Howelsen Place 700 Yampa Street Suite 102A 970.870.7979 Open Sunday-Thursday ~ 9am-8pm Fridat & Saturday ~ 9am-9pm

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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, 970-8700500, Open nightly 4:30 – 11 pm

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McDonald’s $ Fast, fresh and tasty. 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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great meals from south of the border.

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.

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Ragnar’s $$ Fine dining. Open daily for lunch with Scandinavian house made soups and specialties. Five-course sleigh ride evening dinners Friday, Saturday and holidays.

On the mountain. 970-871-5150

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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, 970-8700438, Open Daily 6:30 am-10 pm

Noodle’s and More Saigon Cafe $ 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

Riggio’s Ristorante • • • $$

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore • • $

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant • • $-$$

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 M-Sat., 7 am-6 pm Sun.

Old Town Pub & Restaurant • • $-$$

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 and children’s menu.

Sixth Street & Lincoln Avenue, Downtown, 970879-2101, www.theoldtownpub.com, Open daily 11 am-1:30 am

Old West Steak House • • • • $$-$$$

Old West Steak House 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.

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 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.

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Panda Garden & Sushi Bar $-$$ 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 Pisa’s Pizza & 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.

Qdoba Mexican Grill • • $

Fast, fresh and tasty, Qdoba Mexican Grill offers up

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.

1106 Lincoln Ave., www.riggiosfineitalian.com, 970-879-9010, Open nightly 5:30 – 10 pm

Enjoy the view from the Rio’s rooftop patio while sipping on a legendary margarita. Don’t miss the fresh TexMex, daily lunch specials and happy hour.

628 Lincoln Ave., 970-871-6277, www.riograndemexican.com, Open 11 am-10 pm Sun-Th., 11 am-noon F-Sat.

Routt County Roadhouse • • $-$$

The newest restaurant at the base area includes Texas-influenced pub favorites like burgers, hot dogs and barbecue while also offering an array of Mediterranean dishes like kibbeh (meat loaf) and kabobs.

Don’t forget the fully stocked bar.

2300 Mount Werner Circle beneath the Steamboat Grand, 970-871-0800, open daily from 11am to 2am.

Saddleback Ranch Horseback Dinner • • • • $$

Take a horseback ride to the new Double Dollar Lodge. 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 pm-9:30 pm M, W, Th.

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

Segafredo Zanetti Espresso $ Authentic Italian cafe located in the breezeway of the Sheraton Steamboat Resort Hotel.

2200 Village Inn Court, 970-871-6518, 7 am-5 pm daily 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

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The Shack Cafe $ 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.

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Sharon’s at Pisa’s $ New daily breakfast spot inside Pisa’s Pizza and Pasta restaurant in Riverside Plaza in west Steamboat.

Local prices for local people; delivery available.

2851 Riverside Plaza, 970-871-0123 or 970846-7882, 5:30 am- 10:30 am M-F, 6 am-2 pm Sat.-Sun.

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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 Drive, 970-879-2916, www. slopesidegrill.com, Open daily 11 am-2 am 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

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

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Spill the Beans $ Catch a local buzz at Spill the Beans Espresso Cafe and Gallery. Fresh baked pastries, breakfast sandwiches, grilled paninis and signature soups.

Too many drinks to mention. Catering, delivery and free WiFi. 1051 13th St., www.catchalocalbuzz.com, 970879-7846 Starbucks • $

You’ll find many locations in Steamboat to get your Starbucks fix. Visit Safeway, City Market, 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 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

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

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.

735 Yampa Ave., 970-870-3360, www.sunpies.com, Noon – close T-Sun.

Sweetwater Grill • • • • $ $

Located on the Yampa River with gorgeous views.

811 Yampa St., 970-879-9500. Open at 11am daily for lunch. Happy hour 3-5:30pm daily. Dinner at 5pm nightly.

Taco Bell • • $

On a budget and short 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

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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 its downtown and downstairs location.

729 Lincoln Ave., Downtown, www.thetaphouse. com, 970-879-2431, Open daily 11:30 am-2 am Tequila’s Family Mexican Restaurant • • $-$$

Stop in for an authentic Mexican meal. The seafood enchiladas and margaritas are both recommended. 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.

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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

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Truffle Pig $-$$ The Truffle Pig will be the new place to dine slopeside at One Steamboat Place. Fresh, local, original — just like Steamboat itself. Next door is MARKET, the definitive provisioner for delectable artisan creations. Come on over and kick up our hooves! Slopeside lunch and dinner every day.

One Steamboat Place. 970-879-7470. www.trufflepigrestaurant.com.

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 out a tune on the jukebox and pick up a pool cue. The “V” also boasts the only shuffleboard table in Steamboat.

924 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9959, Open nightly 3 pm-2:30 am

Western BBQ • • • • $$

Stoker Bar & Restaurant • • • $

All you can eat buffet featuring slow roasted prime rib and live western music. Evening dinners Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays.

On the mountain. 970-871-5162

Subway Sandwiches & Salads • • $

Wendy’s $ Eat on a budget and get a Frosty for dessert.

320 Angler’s Drive, 970-879-5513, www.wendys. com, Open daily 11 am-10 pm

Open daily for breakfast and lunch for casual dining at the top of the gondola.

On the mountain. 970-879-6111

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, 970-8790707 (Curve Plaza), 970-879-0202 (Central Park Plaza), www.subway.com, Open daily 7 am-10 pm

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Sunpie’s Bistro $ You’ll love Sunpies’ typical Nawlins Bar and sandwiches. Carry out one of their fabulous sandwiches or stay and enjoy hush puppies.

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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. Always popular for breakfast and lunch, Winona’s recently expanded its hours to include dinner Monday through Saturday.

617 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2483, Open 7 am-3 pm (Breakfast & Lunch) M-Sat., 7 am-1 pm (Breakfast Only) Sun. 4:30-9:30 pm (Dinner) M-Sat.

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where to shop

7th Street Boutique

Come check out our fabulous, affordable, fun fashion accessories, jewelry, scarves and more.

7th and Lincoln Ave., open daily.

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.

626 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7912, www.steamboat artisansmarket.com, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Awesome Shirtworks

Offering a wide selection of Steamboat T-shirts and gifts.

635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2323, www.steamboatshirts.com

Blades

Backdoor Sports

Blossom

Steamboat’s premier music store also offers a variety of other gift items.

601 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-4422, 10 am-9 pm daily.

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.backdoor sports.com, 9 am-5 pm daily.

Alpine Floral & Atrium

BAP Inc.

All That Jazz

Alpine Floral & Atrium takes a personal interest in capturing your concept, wedding, party, or interior floral design. Offering floral settings in Steamboat Springs for more than 30 years.

1475 Pine Grove Road, 970-879-2682, www. alpinefloral.info, 9 am-4:30 pm M-Sat.

A local manufacturer of high-quality outdoor goods including clothing, camping gear, hiking gear and more. 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.

Annie’s Home Consignments

Bare Skin Leather

Steamboat’s home consignment store offering quality furniture, art and antiques. Also performs estate sales.

“It’s never the same store twice.”

405 Anglers Drive in Sundance at Fish Creek, 970-8701300, www.steamboatannies.com, 11am-6pm Tu-Sat.

A fine leather retailer in the Sheraton Steamboat Resort.

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

Artisan’s Market of Steamboat

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.

Specializing in saddles and tack, chaps and chinks.

116 1⁄2 Eighth St., 970-879-3573, www.bearvalley saddlery.com, 10 am-5 pm M-F. 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. Blossom sells clothes, jewelry and other items imported from India, Nepal and Tibet.

813 Lincoln Ave., 970-819-5875.

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.

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.

Cabin Collections

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.cabin collectionsonline.com, 9 am-5 pm M-F, 9 am-4 pm Sat.

Chez Nous

A fabulous clothier carrying all of the latest and greatest fashions right here in Steamboat.

635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6995, www.shopchez nous.com, 10 am-7 pm daily.

Christy Sports

Christy Sports is committed to providing its customers with the best ski and snowboard products at great values.

1835 Central Park Plaza, 970-879-1250, www. christysports.com, 8 am-7 pm daily.

Circa 1025

Consignments with an eye.

1025 Lincoln Ave. 970-870-8555. Mon.-Fri. 9pm6pm, Saturday 1am-6pm, Sunday 10am-4pm

A full-service independent bookstore with an extraordinary selection of new, remaindered and antiquarian books of every genre priced at 10 to 70 percent off publisher’s retail.

837 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2665, www.epilogue bookco.com, 10 am-7 pm M-Th, 10 am-8 pm F-Sat., 11 am-6 pm Sun.

Extreme Power Sports

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.extreme powersports.net, 8 am-6 pm M-Sat.

First String Music

Steamboat Spring’s first and only full-service music store. Instrument sales and repairs as well as music lessons.

1880 Loggers Lane No. 1, 970-871-4661, www. steamboatspringsmusic.com, 10 am-6 pm T-Sat., noon-6 pm M.

Fleischer Sport

Steamboat’s newest ski and snowboard shop in the new One Steamboat Place development at the gondola. Fleischer Sport is owned and operated by former U.S. Olympic skier Chad Fleischer.

2550 Après Ski Way in One Steamboat Place, Steamboat, 970-870-0900, www.fleischersport.com.

F.M. Light & Sons

Established in 1905, F.M. Light & Sons is more than 105 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

Cowgirls & Angels

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.

The Creek Company Ltd.

The Hacienda Collection has a huge selection of rustic Southwestern-style furniture to accent any room in your home or office. Include the handcrafted rustic furniture and pottery of the Tarahumara tribe of Northwestern Mexico.

970-879-5154, www.hacienda collection.net,

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., 970-870-9209, www.cowgirlsand angels.com, 10 am-6 pm daily.

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.

Crystals by Cordelia

Handmade jewelry in the heart of downtown Steamboat. And, if you’re up for it, ask Cordelia to exploresteamboat.com

Embellishments

Epilogue Book Co.

Bushwackers Clothing & Cosmetics

Downtown Corner of 9th & Lincoln

Featuring upscale consignment clothing. Prices on each clothing item decrease 25 percent after 30 days and 50 percent after 60 days.

624 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9056.

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters

Bear Valley Saddlery

840 Lincoln Avenue ❄ 970-879-1114

Dejá Vu Boutique

Buying and selling the best used sports equipment in Steamboat.

1125 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-3050.

Steamboat’s best thrift store.

2780 Acre Lane, 970-871-6264.

❄ Soda fountain with ice cream treats, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, soups and sandwiches ❄ Juke box ❄ Gifts, lotions, potions ❄ Jewelry ❄ Cards and gift wrap ❄ Pharmacy staff dedicated to providing kind, courteous customer service

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.davidchase rugsandfurniture.com, 10 am-6 pm M-F, 10 am-4 pm Sat.

Boomerang Sports Exchange

Bargain Barn

Where shopping and enjoying the moment meet

David Chase Rugs and Furniture

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.embellish yourhome.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

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.bucking rainbow.com, 7 am-8 pm daily.

You’ll find the spirit of the West at Bear Valley Saddlery.

read your palm.

116 Eighth St., 970-879-1345, W-Sat. by appointment.

Pointing you in the right direction

Shopping guide

Hacienda Collection

Hofmeister Personal Jewelers

Diamonds in downtown Steamboat.

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. winter 20010-11 Explore Steamboat | 67

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Pointing you in the right direction

Home furnishing showroom specializing in the creation of warm & inviting spaces.

1880 Loggers Lane Suite E. 970-870-6777, www. homeontherangeinteriors.com, M-F by appointment only.

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.

Into The West & Romick’s Home Collection

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.

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.

Little Moon Essentials

Locally made bath salts, oils, salves and other natural body products. Come see the new location in west Steamboat.

2475 West U.S. Highway 40, Steamboat, 970-8796711, open 10am-6pm M-F, weekend hours subject to change.

The Local Exchange

Moose Mountain Trading Co.

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.

Mountain Traditions

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.

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. Trendy styles for active and fashionably keen men and women.

635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-9244

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.thelocal exchange. net, 11 am-6 pm T-F, 11 am-5 pm Sat. and M.

The perfect place to find that unique antique for your home.

222 E. Main St., Oak Creek, 970-819-7651.

The Jeweler’s Mine

Lyons Corner Drug

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore

Kali’s Boutique

Steamboat’s best clothier, Kali’s offers designer apparel in downtown Steamboat.

525 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-6658, 10 am-7 pm M-Sat., 11 am-5 pm Sun.

Kent Eriksen Cycles

Local manufacturer of titanium bikes in every shape

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.

music

Overland Fine Sheepskin & Leather

Paws ‘N Claws ‘N Things

Ninesevenzero

A large downtown showroom featuring an incredible collection of fine Western furniture and décor.

402 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-8377, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Custom jewelry, diamonds, bridal specialists, elk ivory, appraisals, watch repair and more.

117 Ninth St., 970-871-1413, www.thejewelersmine.com

One Stop Ski Shop

Specializing in sweaters, apparel and accessories for the active, classy woman of the Baby Boomer generation and her fashionable daughters.

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.

Nostalgia

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.

One Fine Day Floral & Weddings

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.weddings insteamboat.com, 11 am-5 pm M-Sat.

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.

The Potter’s Wheel

Contemporary paint-your-own pottery studio located just a few minutes from downtown.

2780 Acre Lane, 970-879-4944, www.potterswheel steamboat.com, 11am-5:30pm T-Th, 11am-8pm F, noon-4pm Sat. and Sun.

Quicksilver Boardriders Co.

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.

first string

Instruments • Lessons • Repairs • Recording

Call Today for All of Your

at the Curve

Home & Hardware

Distinctive Gifts

Musical Needs!

871-4661

1880 Loggers Lane, Unit A Steamboat Springs, CO Mon. 12-6 • Tues.-Fri. 10-6 • Sat. 11-5

Mon-Fri 8-8 | Sat 8-5:30 | Sun 9-5 www.aceatthecurve.com

www.steamboatspringsmusic.com

2155 Curve Plaza, Steamboat Springs (970) 879-8014

Concert Series- check website for dates

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where to shop KVC Mercantile

Staples

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.

Silver Lining Jewelry, Beads and Charms

Steamboat Art Co.

Room 135

Silver Spur Jewelry

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

Located across the creek from Creekside Grill, Room 135 offers fine linens and cosmetics.

135 11th St., 970-879-1164, 10am-5pm M-Sat., 10am-5pm Sat., www.roomonethirtyfive.com

Room 635

A new Old Town Square store offering an eclectic collection of high-end furniture, gifts and antiques.

635 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6348, 10am-8pm M-F, 10am-5pm Sat., www.roomsixthirtyfive.com

Routt County Woolens

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.

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.

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.

Ski Haus

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

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.

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.

Rustique Home & Garden Collection

Sports Authority

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.rustique steamboat.com, 11 am-5 pm daily.

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.

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. 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.

Steamboat Floral & Gifts

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.

Steamboat Flyfisher

Fly fishing is the focus, with personal and professional service and a wide selection of fishing-related gear and supplies.

35 Fifth St., 970-879-6552, www.steamboat flyfisher.com, 7 am-7 pm.

Steamboat Jewelers

Authentic Indian jewelry crafted with gold, silver, fossils and crystals.

906 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6332, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Steamboat Powersports

Top-of-the-line selection of ATVs, snowmobiles and motorcycles.

2989 Riverside Plaza, 970-879-5138, www. steamboatpowersports.com, 9 am-5:30 pm M-F, 9 am-4 pm Sat.

Steamboat Shoe Market

Steamboat Shoe Market and SteamboatShoes.com are owned and operated by people who take a real 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.steamboat shoes.com, 10 am-8 pm M-Sat.

Steamboat Silver Co.

A beautiful shop filled with amazing silver jewelry and much more.

635 S Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9698, 10 am-6 pm daily.

Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare

Its downtown location offers everything to keep you active in the summer. From bike rentals to apparel, it’s a one-stop shop for outdoor enthusiasts.

442 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat, 970-879-9144, www. steamboatskiandbike.com, 8 am-8 pm M-Sat., 8 am-7 pm Sun.

Steamboat Ski & Sport

The best skiing and ridding experience starts even before you get on the mountain. Get the newest gear fit by expert technicians. Steamboat Ski & Sport is the premier rental/retail location in Steamboat Springs, with 7 convenient locations including the closest rental location to the slopes, just steps from the gondola. If locations all around Steamboat aren’t convenient enough, we’ll even deliver your skis or boards right to your door. From beginner to double black diamond expert, we’ve got the best gear in the ‘Boat. Nobody does rentals better.

970.871.5346

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Steamboat Soap Co.

The perfect gift for holiday season and all occassions!

Available in town or online.

970-846-7944. www.steamboatsoap.com.

Wildhorse Salon your complete hair & nail care center

The Jeweler’s Mine

Your Gold & Gemstone Recycle Center

Custom Jewelry, Diamonds, Bridal Specialists, Elk Ivory, Bead Stringing Appraisals, Swiss Watch Repair.

Experts in repairs or the unusual.

All repairs done on the premises.

690 Market Place Plaza, Unit 4 Steamboat Springs Call TODAY to schedule your appointment

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Twice as Nice Shoppe

Sweatshirts, long sleeves, T-shirts and more.

Find the perfect Steamboat memento.

743 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-1107, 10 am-8 pm daily.

Go treasure hunting through this secondhand store. You’ll be impressed by the quality of the items.

1306 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7409

Urban Laundry

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Stephen’s Furs Outerwear

Upscale, trendy and casual attire for all.

821 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-6055, www. urban laundry.biz, 10 am-6 pm M, 10 am-8 pm T-Sat., 10 am-5 pm Sun.

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.

Urbane

Straightline Outdoor Sports

Fishing is always in season at Straightline.

Family owned and operated, and one of Steamboat’s best-known fishing guides.

744 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-7568, www. straightline sports.com, 8 am-8 pm M-Sat., 8 am-7 pm Sun.

Music and art provide the backdrop for this clothing shop for the young, active lifestyle.

703 Lincoln Ave., Suite B101, 970-8799169, www.urbanesteamboat.com, 10 am-8 pm M-Sat., 10 am-6 pm Sun.

Sweetwood Cattle Co.

Mountain fashions for mountain people and great outerwear for all seasons.

2300 Mount Werner Circle, 970-871-1770, 11 am-5 pm daily.

Steaks, sausage, jerky, cattle shares, gift packs, ranch wear. No added hormones, no antibiotics, humanely raised, slow aged. 877-71-SWEET, 970-879-7456. www. sweetwoodcc.com.

Zing/Atmosphere

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. steamboat zing.com, 10 am-6 pm M-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.tall tulipsflowershop.com, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat.

Talulla

Vertical Inc.

Zirkel Trading

A women’s accessories boutique offering feminine gifts, luxurious sweaters, fragrant home diffusers, jewelry, handbags and cosmetics.

601 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-1480, 10 am-6 pm M-Sat., noon-6 pm Sun.

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.

• Permanent Cosmetics Brows/Eyeliner

• Manicures, Pedicures • Artificial nails • Ear-Piercing

970-879-9991

335 Lincoln Ave.

Call today to schedule your appointment • Hair • Make-Up • Lash Extensions • Weddings Exclusive distributor in Steamboat Springs for “Framesi” Hair Care Products

702 Oak Street

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*Supplements *100% CERTIFIED ORGANIC PRODUCE *ORGANIC JUICE BAR (M - F, 9am - 3pm) *Great selection of organic and natural foods, local *Baked goods, salads, grass fed meats hummus, soups, wraps, *Eco friendly Health and spring rolls, sushi made in our Beauty items & household Grab Go Kitchen products (gluten-free also available)

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Healthy Solutions 970.879.4747

Monday-Saturday 9am-7pm, Sunday 11am-7pm Follow us on facebook.com/healthysol • www.healthysolutions.org.

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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 and eight types of martinis. The outdoor seating offers broad views of Mount Werner if you can pull yourself away from the games on the TVs inside.

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

Snow Bowl • •

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.

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Nightlife guide

Sunpie’s Bistro • • •

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.

Sweetwater Grill • • • 3 Saddles Bar & Grill •

Fireside dining atmosphere in Sheraton Steamboat Resort.

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

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.

Bella’s • •

Located below the downtown Chocolate Soup Pastry Café, Bella’s wine bar offers European wines and simple fare in a rustic setting.

737 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-9463, 5 pm-2 am T-Sun., www.bellascolorado.com

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 full-service bar with six wines by the glass and two beers on tap also has a regular happy hour from 5 to 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 to 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 • • •

Live music all week long with food, appetizers and 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.ghostranch saloon.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 appetiz-

Happy Hour everyday, 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Half price drinks, appetizer and food specials. 811 Yampa St., 970-8799500, on the river.

ers and $2 Colorado draft beers).

521 Lincoln Ave., 970-870-0500, 5 pm-close.

Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant • • •

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 and 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.

Tap House Sports Grill • • • • •

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 foosball table.

729 Lincoln Ave., 970-879-2431, www.thetap house.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 • • • • •

Rex’s American Grill & Bar • • • •

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.

Routt County Roadhouse • •

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4264 • •

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.rexs grill.com, 6:30 am-11 pm daily.

Serving up great casual and creative fare for the whole family from favorite Steamboat chef Rocky LeBrun. Great Happy Hour and Specials! Late night dining.

Located in front of the Steamboat Grand Hotel.

970-871-0800, Open daily at 11am.

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

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

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