Official Guide to Telluride & Mountain Village / Winter 2023/24 by Visit Telluride

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WINTER 2023/24

THE MAGIC OF MOUNTAIN OPERATIONS AT TELLURIDE SKI RESORT

ENCHANTED NORDIC SKIING TELLURIDE CHAMBER MUSIC CELEBRATES 50 YEARS MOUNTAIN VILLAGE’S THRIVING BUSINESS SCENE INNOVATIVE ECOACTION PARTNERS

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Ken specializes in connecting buyers and sellers while helping them establish a sense of community in the Telluride region. Ken is committed to building lasting relationships, providing the highest level of service and expertise and helping his clients purchase their dream home or sell their current property.

Compass is a licensed real estate broker in Colorado and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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WINTER 2023/24

CONTENTS 33

WELCOME iscover Telluride D & Mountain Village

Getting Here

Getting Around

How to Visit Right

Flight Map

91+

Maps

42 High Altitude Haute Cuisine Ski Resort’s on-mountain restaurants

Ryan Bonneau

MOUNTAIN LIFE

RICH HISTORY

Activities Guide

36 Mountain Women A sisterhood that has shaped this place

91+

Parting Shot

35 Magic on Ice

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Dining News

Events Calendar

Dining & Spirits Guide

27 Outdoor Activities 33 Enchanted Spaces Spectacular Nordic skiing

Arts News

41 A Sprinkling of Cheer Storybook holidays in Telluride & Mountain Village

FEATURE 20 Behind the Scenes The magic of mountain operations at Telluride Ski Resort

38 Music of Friends Telluride Chamber Music celebrates 50 years 39

70 Local Transportation + Parking 71

THE SCENE

Historic Walking Tour

Telluride Ski Resort | Ben Eng

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The San Miguel River Ranch is nearly 17 acres of lushly vegetated river property nestled on just under a mile of the San Miguel River. Located just 17 minutes west of Telluride, the property is bordered by the BLM and has a conservation easement protecting wildlife, forest, meadows and riparian vegetation. Red sandstone cliffs are warmed by all-day sun.

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Just a few steps up from Gregory Avenue and perched on a private bench, this classic 3-bedroom Victorian enjoys sweeping views of the Telluride peaks, Bear Creek and the Ski Resort. Expansive lawn and lush gardens surround an outdoor living patio. With all-day sun, the residence enjoys these dramatic views from nearly every living space throughout.

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WINTER 2023/24

CONTENTS Telluride Mountain Lodge

RETAIL THERAPY

46 More Than a Store The family behind the Gordon Collection 49

Cool Finds

Shopping Guide

STAY & PLAY

Jason & Daris Photocinema

Telluride & Mountain Village, Colorado 855.421.4360 | Telluride.com Executive Director KIERA SKINNER Director of Communications TOM WATKINSON

Haven A Mountain Lodge & The View are slopeside gems Accommodations Guide

Operations Manager JACOB SIEGEL Financial Administrator VICKI LAW Guest Services Supervisor JAMIE MAWHORTER Destination Concierges JENNIFER ANTISTA PALMA CARUSO

SAN JUAN CELEBRATIONS 53 A Telluride Gathering The dream wedding of Alex & Claire 77

Venues Guide

BUSINESS IN THE BOX CANYON 55

M ountain Village’s Thriving Business Scene

AROUND TOWN

TELLURIDE TOURISM BOARD

Destination Program Manager ALLISON BILLS

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56 Community Characters The Aldasoro sisters 59 Local Treasures EcoAction Partners 60

Family Activities

65 Sensational Summers Dog-friendly summertime fun with Allison Bills of the Telluride Tourism Board

Staff Photographers RYAN BONNEAU MELISSA PLANTZ

THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO TELLURIDE & MOUNTAIN VILLAGE Editor & Associate Publisher ERIN SPILLANE Art Director LAUREN METZGER Production Director KIM HILLEY Advertising Sales HILARY TAYLOR Writers MARTINIQUE DAVIS LINNE HALPERN JENNIFER JULIA JESSE JAMES MCTIGUE ELLEN METRICK EMILY SHOFF For advertising opportunities contact: Hilary Taylor / 970.417.2589 HilaryTaylorConsulting@gmail.com Copyright ©2023 All Rights Reserved Cover and contents must not be reproduced in any manner without written permission from the publisher. Cover image: Brett Schreckengost

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DISCOVER TELLURIDE & MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

INSPIRING PEOPLE

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EXPLORE THE VISITORS CENTER Make your experience in Telluride and Mountain Village an unforgettable one by exploring the Visitors Center at 236 West Colorado Ave. There, the local destination concierge team stands ready to steer you to a winter adventure, memorable meal or the perfect boutique.

elcome to the winter 202324 Official Guide to Telluride & Mountain Village. As you turn the pages of this magazine, we hope you find everything you need to make your time here truly unforgettable. As I reflect on this issue, I can’t help but think about the exceptional people who are featured on its pages. Our cover story, for instance, takes a look behind the scenes at Telluride Ski Resort. Reading it, I was both entertained and filled with gratitude for the hardworking, dedicated staff whose anecdotes and reminiscences shine a light on some of what makes our resort special. The theme of inspiring people doesn’t stop there, though. In fact, it is woven throughout the Guide with folks like Claire Beard of Telluride Chamber Music (p. 38), J.D. Wise of the Town of Mountain Village (p. 55) and Emma Gerona of EcoAction Partners (p. 59) who work to make our community even better. In our history feature (p. 36), we look at women whose contributions have shaped the area’s past, as well as its present. And there are entire families featured in this issue who have impacted the region in wonderful ways, like the Gordons (p. 46) and the Aldasoro sisters (p. 56). The emphasis on people in this issue has reminded me of the importance of treating all of our community members — locals, part-timers and visitors, workers both on the mountain and off of it and, well, everyone — with kindness and respect. From there, it’s not hard to remember to apply that kindness and respect to our incredible, but delicate, natural environment. After all it’s the people and Mother Nature that make this spectacular corner of southwest Colorado so unique. Please enjoy the Guide, and do not hesitate to reach out to our team if there’s anything you need for your visit. We look forward to hearing from you and hope to see you soon.

KIERA SKINNER Executive Director Telluride Tourism Board

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GETTING HERE

YEAR-ROUND FLIGHTS

FLYING HIGH

Denver DEN to Telluride TEX Denver Air/United/daily

Phoenix PHX to Telluride TEX Denver Air/United, daily

Denver DEN to Montrose MTJ United Airlines/daily

Denver DEN to Montrose MTJ Southwest Airlines/daily

Dallas DFW to Montrose MTJ American Airlines/daily

WINTER 2023-24 FLIGHTS Atlanta ATL to Montrose MTJ Delta/daily

Chicago ORD to Montrose MTJ United Airlines/daily

Houston IAH to Montrose MTJ United Airlines/daily

New York/Newark EWR to Montrose MTJ United/daily

Austin AUS to Montrose MTJ Southwest/weekly (March only) Dallas/Love Field DAL to Montrose MTJ Southwest/daily

Los Angeles LAX to Montrose MTJ Ryan Bonneau

United/2x weekly

San Francisco SFO to Montrose MTJ United/2-3x weekly (daily for the holidays)

Winter highlights include service from 11 major hubs to your favorite ski resort

his winter, fly high to one of the two airports that serve Telluride, Mountain Village and the Telluride Ski Resort: the newly expanded Telluride Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ), which is a scenic and traffic-free 65-minute drive, and Telluride Regional Airport (TEX), just minutes from the slopes. In particular, travelers to MTJ can now enjoy one of the finest airports in the Rockies after a recent $37 million expansion that has nearly doubled the size and services at the Montrose facility. According to Colorado Flights Alliance CEO Matt Skinner, this season’s air service includes some changes across the network, although capacity overall remains steady. Skinner notes that the winter 2023-24 schedule features 13 nonstop flights from 11 major hubs on five different carriers. Skinner points to increases in flights from two major markets in particular. American Airlines is increasing its service from Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) to two 737 mainline jets (from a smaller aircraft) daily, and Southwest Airlines is expanding service from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to daily. In addition, while American will not operate its handful of Saturday flights from New York’s LaGuardia Airport this winter, United Airlines is ramping up its flights to the Montrose airport from New York/Newark International Airport (EWR) to daily all season long, resulting in a 25 percent increase from the New York market. Other routes continue to connect to familiar markets. From Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX), daily flights to the Telluride airport continue on Denver Air, with both American and United network connectivity. Denver Air — again with that American and United connectivity — also flies daily from Denver airport to TEX. To the Montrose airport, United continues to fly from Denver International Airport (DEN), Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Houston George H.W. Bush Airport (IAH) daily, as well as provide a weekly service from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Southwest Airlines has its daily, year-round service from Denver, as well as a treat for spring breakers: a weekly service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) from March 2-March 30. Both are to Montrose. And, after a strong performance last winter, Delta Airlines is extending daily service from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) through April 7, the closing date of the 2023-24 season. With excitement at the Telluride Ski Resort at fever pitch, especially after last winter’s abundant snowfall and a revamped Lift 9, now is the time to fly high to your favorite ski resort. telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE

TAKE ONLY PICTURES LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS

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SLOW THE FLOW

CONSERVE ENERGY

BE BEAR AWARE SECURE TRASH

WE ARE A SMAll COMMUNITY WIth A BIG HEART. LET’S ALL DO OUR PART TO TAKE CARE OF ONE ANOTHER AND OUR PLANET. 16

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GETTING AROUND

TWO TOWNS, ONE LOVE Welcome to Telluride and Mountain Village. Two towns in one beautiful package, each has its own distinct vibe, but together share a love of community and the stunning natural environment. This winter, take time to explore both of these charming places, using the unforgettable Gondola to whisk you between them.

TELLURIDE A National Historic Landmark District, Telluride is steeped in history. The town’s roots run right back to the second half of the 19th century when it was a center of the mining industry and the place where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank. Look around town and you will see a wealth of historical homes and buildings — structures that have been carefully preserved over time and which now house wonderful restaurants, lively bars and music venues, funky boutiques and fine-art galleries.

MOUNTAIN VILLAGE At 9,545 feet and almost completely enveloped by the Telluride Ski Resort, this hamlet offers a more modern, luxe feel in a European-style alpine setting. Incorporated in 1995, Mountain Village boasts exquisite accommodations, state-of-the-art spas, stylish shops and sophisticated dining options, all surrounded by towering mountains that form the highest concentration of 13,000- and 14,000-foot peaks in the United States.

TELLURIDE STATION

South Oak Street / Telluride / 8,750 feet

SAN SOPHIA STATION

Mid-Mountain / 10,500 feet Access resort trails, Allred’s Restaurant & Bar, Nature Center

MOUNTAIN VILLAGE STATION

Mountain Village Center / 9,545 feet

THE GONDOLA Linking these two communities is the Gondola. The only public transportation system of its kind in North America, the free, environmentally friendly “G” connects Telluride and Mountain Village via a 13-minute ride. It’s also wheelchair, bike, stroller and pet friendly. Some aficionados try to snag the red gondola cabin, created in 2016 to celebrate the G’s 20th anniversary, or the white cabin, which marks its 25th. Whichever cabin you’re in, the Gondola is one journey you will never forget.

S TE U IN 8M

M IN U TE S

13 MINUTES Telluride to Mountain Village

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Love Telluride and Mountain Village?

DO THE WORLD RIGHT

Show that love to our community, to all who live, work and play here and to the stunning natural environment.

et’s work together today L for a better tomorrow.

HOW TO

Let’s get a java jolt with a reusable mug.

Let’s waste less and enjoy more. Let’s reuse and recycle.

Let’s sip beverages with a metal straw. Let’s offset our travel emissions.

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Let’s conserve resources by turning off lights when leaving a room, unplugging electronics and chargers when not in use and reusing towels and linens.

DO YOU RIGHT

DO THE SLOPES RIGHT

Let’s always be prepared with sunscreen (yes, even in winter).

L et’s enjoy the mountain responsibly, especially in slow areas.

Let’s stay hydrated with our pure Rocky Mountain water from a reusable water bottle.

L et’s obey all Telluride Ski Resort signage and messaging.

et’s care more about ourselves L than the selfie.

L et’s be kind and respectful to ski resort staff and to our fellow skiers and boarders. L et’s keep the mountain pristine by bringing out everything we brought in.

DO THE TOWNS RIGHT Let’s ride the free Gondola, a bike, the eco-friendly free buses or walk like a local. Let’s be aware of local single-use plastics bans and remember to bring reusable bags to avoid fees for disposable ones. Let’s come to see and not be seen. We are a small town with a big heart. Let’s treat local workers with kindness and respect.

Commit to being a responsible visitor by taking the Telluride Pledge

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BEHIND THE

SCE BY ERIN SPILLANE

Telluride Ski Resort | Alec Jacobson

The Magic of Mountain Operations at Telluride Ski Resort

NES TION, C U D O R P T A E LIKE ANY GR RT OFFERS AN O S E R I K S E ID R U L L TE O OTHER. N E IK L E C N IE R EXPE

It’s one that holds audiences enthralled by an absorbing narrative told against a breathtaking backdrop. Weaving this tale of on-mountain magic and adventure are the ski resort’s dedicated and talented cast and crew, a few of whom are lifting Telluride Ski Resort | Ben Eng

the curtain ever so slightly to give those of us who love this corner of Colorado a peek behind the scenes at Telluride Ski Resort.

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WHAT DOES SKI PATROL DO HOW IS SNOW MEASURED?

ON POWDER MORNINGS?

ost days start early for Telluride Ski Patrol and the resort’s Department of Snow Safety, but on powder days alarm clocks go off even earlier. The first to arrive at the staff locker room in Telluride are the gunners, patrol members who use a World War II-era Howitzer to launch small explosives at snow-laden slopes in order to trigger a controlled slide. Says Ian Kirkwood, patrol director, “For an early morning mission, the earliest gunners come in at 4 or 4:15 a.m. They’ll get to the locker room and get themselves suited up and ready to head up the hill. It takes a little while to mobilize and make their way out to the locations they need to go to.” At that hour with the lifts closed, the gunners travel by snowmobile. Once their mission is done, they join the rest of the crew, who have been skiing or traversing since daybreak, their equipment strapped to their backs, to areas that may need attention. >>

‘ For an early morning mission, the earliest gunners come in at 4 or 4:15 a.m.’ Ian Kir k wood

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Photos this and facing page, Telluride Ski Resort

ew things are more important to a ski area than snowfall. At Telluride Ski Resort, the white stuff is measured manually and via sonar devices at the top of Lift 6 and the bottom of Lift 14 in Prospect Bowl. According to the ski resort’s snow safety manager, Jon Tukman, manual measurements come courtesy of an observer from Telluride Ski Patrol who, daily between 6 and 7 a.m., measures the new snow and also weighs it to determine water content. Clearly, it’s a serious business, although it can be tricky when it comes to comparing seasonal snowfall totals. Over the 50 years that the ski resort has been in operation, changes have occurred in what time of year measuring gets underway and where measurements are taken on the mountain. Comparisons, then, stick to totals for December through March, which are the four full months of each ski season. By this yardstick, the top three are the winter of 2007-08 (341.5 inches), 2018-19 (318.8 inches) and 2016-17 (311.7 inches), although Tukman notes that the data folks at the ski resort recently “recovered hard copies of snow reports from the ‘70s and ski patrol weather observations from the late ‘80s and early ‘90s so we should be able to create a much more accurate picture of historic snowfall during the ski season in the near future.” Still, he cautions, comparability issues will exist even with better historical data. For those who like a visual to accompany the numbers, there’s also the popular Pow Cam, which films a snow stake that is featured on the ski resort’s website. The Pow Cam automatically resets each day at 4 p.m., with the storm side cleared after each storm clears out. Says Tukman, this is “a visual reference for the public and catnip for the powder hungry. If the image of the stake is obscured, it means the camera is buried [in snow] and it’s time to turn off the computer and go skiing.”

HOW DID SOME OF

Kirkwood notes that the “next folks to come in are members of the snow safety team and the weather observers. They start at 5:30 or 6 a.m. That is the time that we ask people to be in and ready to go by, that isn’t when they arrive.” Kirkwood stresses that every storm is different, which means that a variety of factors dictate where on the mountain the gunners and ski patrol staff go. “It’s really variable,” he explains. “Sometimes we may only get 2 inches but the wind has concentrated the snow into certain areas and [the accumulation] ends up being a lot more than 2 inches, so that’s a factor, and other times we may have a really big event, like 13, 15, 20 inches overnight, and then we start from the ground up.” This means, Kirkwood says, working from lower elevations on the ski resort uphill toward higher ones with the aim of opening as much of the mountain as quickly as they can in a safe manner. And then there are a variety of factors that affect where attention is focused, including wind, the direction of the wind, how much snow, the type of snow — wet and heavy or dry and light or some other variation — and where on the resort the snow has been deposited. Kirkwood also points out that what the snow has been deposited on is also key. “Has that terrain slid recently? What is the snow depth? These are just some of the factors we consider in assessing slope stability,” he says. Despite these complexities, Kirkwood describes a close-knit team of snow safety professionals who like to dig into the variables. “It’s all part of the fun. No two days are ever the same.” And the idea that on big days patrol is whooping it up in neck-deep powder while the rest of us queue patiently below for the lifts to open? Says Kirkwood, “It’s absolutely a myth. I will say that it is our job to make sure we have a safe playground for our skiing public — locals and visitors. We are always going to be out there ahead of others, whether there is new snow or not, but on big mornings when there is a crowd waiting out there in lift lines, I get it. They see us skiing by and covered in snow and there’ll be tracks on the slopes, but we are just doing our job, assessing terrain, what has happened overnight, addressing hazards and making sure that it’s safe.” Kirkwood stresses staff safety too. “We are usually skiing from what we call islands of safety to islands of safety so we don’t overexpose ourselves to any risks. I want every one of my staff to make it through the day safe and sound. I know sometimes it looks like we’re out there having fun — and skiing is fun — but we really are working.”

t’s a tale that dates right back to the early 1970s. Johnnie Stevens, who grew up in Telluride and worked in local mines as a college student on summer vacations, was part of the group that labored tirelessly to construct the ski area before its grand opening in December 1972. One task? Naming the runs. Stevens, who would go on to serve as head of ski patrol before rising to the role of chief operating officer at the resort, was in agreement back then with Senior Mahoney, miner, ski pioneer and the new ski area’s first mountain manager. The pair, with their unique backgrounds that straddled Telluride’s mining past and its skiing future, argued that history needed to figure in the process. Says Stevens, “Initially there was an idea to name runs after card games. I remember seeing maps with runs named One-Eyed Jack, things like that. Mahoney and I were thinking that there’s so much history here [so] we started down the road of naming the runs after the history of Telluride.” The upshot is a ski resort deeply connected to the region’s story. A number of trail names, for instance, refer to mining claims once staked on what is now the ski resort, runs like Electra, Mammoth, Happy Thought, Apex, Dynamo and Little Rose to name a few, as well as Roy Boy, which takes its name from the Roy Johnson Mine. The Plunger mining claim was another that lent its name to what has become an iconic Telluride Ski Resort trail, according to Stevens: “Mahoney and I were trying to come up with a classic name … something that differentiated us from other areas and denoted what we were. We decided that was the Plunge.” The tale behind Powerline, a double black off Lift 9, is another fascinating link to the area’s mining heritage. In the late 1800s, mine owner and entrepreneur L.L. Nunn achieved a world’s first: the commercial transmission of alternating-current, or AC, electricity from a newly constructed power plant to his Gold King Mine, south of the Telluride. After the electrification of Gold King, other mining operations required electricity, so a line from the power plant was strung up across land that is now part of the ski resort. Powerline follows part of that route. >>

THE RUNS GET THEIR NAMES?

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HOW DO WORKERS AND SUPPLIES

MOVE AROUND THE MOUNTAIN?

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ure, we all adore the Wagyu beef panino at Alpino Vino, but ever wonder how the beef, bread and that gorgeous robiola bosina cheese find their way to one of the highest restaurants in North America? “All of our food and beverage material goes up on the back of our snowcats,” explains Scott Pittenger, director of mountain operations at the ski resort. “We have specially designed snowcats that we call ‘haul cats’ that have a large basket essentially that sits at the back of the cat, where we can load pallets of food and drink, and they go all around the hill. We also use those cats to bring trash down and replenish water supplies and basically anything else that we need to move around the hill in large quantities.” Pittenger points to an agile system: “We also have trailer tubs that we tow behind snowmobiles. If Allred’s needs a quick delivery at 4:30, right after the lifts have closed, and they need it as soon as we can, we’ll package it up and zip it up the hill.” Not unlike elves laboring behind the scenes at Santa’s workshop is the resort’s haul cat crew, operators that coordinate with the ski resort’s food and beverage team to make sure the on-mountain restaurants get what they need. How about transporting workers?

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‘ On Bushwacker, Plunge, Milk Run, Cimarron, Magnolia, Majestic, Silver Cloud ... we use a winch cat and seasoned operators.’ S cott Pitte n ge r

“Using our lift infrastructure is definitely the best way to get our employees to work around the hill,” Pittenger says, adding that workers take the lifts to the closest point to their place of employment and then ski the rest of the way. And if the lifts aren’t open? “Our first strike is to get our earliest lift operators on the hill,” he explains. “They get to work by snowmobile. There is a sequence of which lifts we open up first that is often dictated by snowfall. If there is a forecast for a lot of snow or it’s during a storm, ski patrol may request certain lifts to be opened earlier than usual and we’ll get our lift operators out the door as quickly as we can.” Pittenger adds that getting the lift operators to their lifts also happens via one of the haul cats, outfitted in this case with benches for the lifties to sit on. “They are then driven to a central location, normally at the top of Lift 5, where they can distribute themselves into Prospect Basin, down to the bottom of Lift 5 or anywhere else they need to be.” >>

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HOW DO THE RUNS GET GROOMED?

rooming runs on the ski resort happens, according to Pittenger, “whenever the public is not on the hill. As soon as patrol has done their sweep below the point where our snowcats can enter onto skiable train, as soon as they have swept the public below that point, our cats hit the hill.” Those snowcats, and the operators, or groomers, who drive them, operate in two shifts, one from 3:30 p.m. to midnight and the other, the graveyard shift, from midnight until 10 a.m. Pittenger started his career at Telluride Ski Resort as a grooming snowcat operator on the graveyard shift. “It’s pretty spectacular,” he says of being on the mountain alone at night, snug in the heated cabin of a snowcat. “It is a serene and amazing landscape that you get to be a part of. Being able to watch storms come in and roll out, being out in the darkness and seeing the moon and the stars — it’s pretty special.” Some of the steeper runs, he adds, call for specialist equipment and groomers with expertise and experience. “A significant portion of our fleet is made up of what are called ‘winch cats’,” Pittenger notes. “They have a specialized boom on the back of the cat, with about a thousand meters of cable on it that utilizes the winch. Then we have various anchors around the mountain, generally on the top of the run, although some of the runs have multiple anchors, or what we call pick points. These are the snowcats that we use on the steepest terrain that we groom.” Pittenger continues, “On Bushwacker, Plunge, Milk Run, Cimarron, Magnolia, Majestic, Silver Cloud — all of those really steep groomers that we are known for — we use a winch cat and seasoned operators. It’s definitely more technical and it’s how we are able to groom some of the steepest runs in North America. You feel like superman operating the winch cats. It’s pretty awesome.” Another special element of grooming at night, he remarks, is the wintertime fauna. “You definitely see semi-nocturnal animals that come out at night. Foxes and coyotes will show themselves. There’s porcupines and occasionally a bobcat or lynx.” Pittenger chuckles as he remarks that groomers take immense pride in their work and sometimes, much to their annoyance, find their artistry has been “destroyed” by a herd of deer or elk crossing a just-finished run. Does this prompt a redo by the perfectionist at the wheel of the snowcat? “Oh yeah,” he replies. “One of the cooler things that I have seen is occasionally you’ll see that a rodent has delicately left a trail of footprints on the ski run in front of you and then you’ll see a wing imprint from an owl where it has captured that rodent and flown away,” he says. “You don’t see the owls very often, but it’s pretty special to see evidence of their activity. Ermines, too, are fun to watch. They like to porpoise through the snow on a powder night.” Muses Pittenger, “Spending this kind of time on the mountain feels like a privilege, that’s for sure.”

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FISHING Visiting Telluride in winter doesn’t mean leaving rods and reels behind. Many of the region’s streams and rivers are prime for fishing year-round. Or try ice fishing on the area’s lakes and reservoirs. Local adventure guides can show you the best spots. Ryan Bonneau

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FAT TIRE BIKING Fat tire bikes are specially designed so that cycling enthusiasts can pursue their passion year-round, even in snow. There are numerous area spots for “fat biking”, including the Valley Floor, Mountain Village and more. Rentals and tours are available from bike shops and adventure guides.

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Feeling truly adventurous? Strap on crampons and grab an ice axe because the alpine setting of the San Juan Mountains offers worldrenowned ice climbing. Regional waterfalls turn into cathedrals of ice once the temperatures hold below freezing. A guide and slessons are recommended.

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Slip on your cowboy boots and hat and enjoy a sleigh or horseback ride in the winter wonderland of the San Juans. Ride under a cobalt blue sky or bundle up and star gaze during a dinner sleigh ride, all while embracing the spirit of the Wild West.

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NORDIC SKIING Need a break from downhill? Nordic skiing in the area offers a change of scene and a great workout. The Nordic Center in Town Park is a superb resource for trail conditions, lessons and gear rentals. For more, see page 33.

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SNOW BIKING Want to discover the ski resort in a unique way? Try snow biking. A knowledgeable instructor will teach all aspects of riding a snow bike, which has skis instead of wheels. Rentals and certification courses are available through the ski resort’s Telluride Adventure Center.

When the whole family wants to go for a walk in the woods, don’t let the deep powder stop you. Snowshoes offer the freedom to explore. Easy to learn and fun to do, snowshoeing is an activity for all ages. Choose between a leisurely sightseeing outing or an uphill trek for the perfect cardio workout. Tours are available from adventure guides and the Telluride Nordic Center.

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SNOWMOBILING Get your motor running on an extensive network of trails that has created a snowmobiler’s paradise. Explore stunning landscapes, as well as ghost towns and relics from Telluride’s mining days. Local guides offer half-day or full-day tours for all abilities.

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KITE SKIING

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Explore and marvel at some of the country’s most spectacular off-resort mountain terrain while skiing to a hut or lodge, each stocked with amenities for a comfortable night’s stay. Travel to a single hut or tour hut to hut. Local outfitters can help you plan the adventure of a lifetime.

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Snow sport enthusiasts wanting an extra challenge can soar across the snow and up or down slopes with the pull of a kite. The sport is done with downhill ski or snowboard equipment and a colorful kite. Kite skiers fly through the meadows at Lizard Head Pass, full of wide-open spaces and gorgeous views. Check with a local adventure guide for more.

HELICOPTER SKIING In continuous operation for over 35 years, Telluride Helitrax is Colorado’s ultimate heli-ski adventure. With access to over 200 square miles of pristine terrain, Helitrax operates at some of the highest elevations in North America. The family-owned guide service’s proven formula of small groups, exclusive terrain and seasoned staff combine to deliver an unforgettable experience that exceeds expectations while remaining committed to the highest safety standards.

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Enjoy ice skating at any of the local rinks. In Telluride Town Park, there’s a professional-grade indoor hockey rink as well as an outdoor rink. Or head to the Madeline Hotel and Residences’ delightful outdoor rink or the Village Pond in the Mountain Village Center. Skate rentals are available at both locations. For more, see page 35.

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MOUNTAIN LIFE Trout Lake is one of the highest Nordic skiing venues in the region and sees snow soonest, with skiing generally available by early December. This out-and-back lollipop loop follows a railroad grade for a steady incline and is frequented by locals and visitors alike.

Priest Lake, at Matterhorn Campground, down the road from Trout Lake, offers a network of short, steep and windy trails set on variable terrain. Skiers with dogs are asked to stick to the dog-friendly loop.

The Valley Floor, the 4-mile-long expanse west of Telluride, provides a network of dog-free, relatively flat trails.

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here’s a particular tranquility that exists in the depths of winter here, as snow softens the edges of the normally majestic San Juan Mountains and the forests’ quietude feels close to sacred. This region’s Nordic trails offer an invitation to enter this enchanted space with trails that provide varying levels of adventure through some of the area’s most spectacular terrain. From the expansive vistas that greet skiers topping out at the Trout Lake trail to the loops meandering across remote corners of Telluride’s Valley Floor, there are options for all ages and abilities. “Nordic skiing is a fun and easy way to get outside through the darkest days of the year,” says Naani Sheva, executive director of the Telluride Nordic Association. “It’s great exercise and offers a way to explore the winter wonderland on your own two feet.” Telluride Nordic, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the education and enhancement of Nordic skiing in the region, is tasked with both maintaining local Nordic trails as well as promoting

the sport. Thanks to funding from grants, donors and members, nearly all Nordic skiing venues in the area are provided at no cost to users, although there are donation boxes at most trailheads to give the regional trails network an added boost. The nonprofit also provides lessons and equipment rentals through the Telluride THE REGION’S Nordic Center in TelluCOLLECTION OF ride Town Park. NORDIC TRAILS Whether enthusiasts are looking for PROVIDES EASILY a day off from the ACCESSIBLE Telluride Ski Resort, AVENUES FOR a new sport or to EXPLORATION. round out their winter exercise mix, the region’s collection of Nordic trails provides easily accessible avenues for exploration of the stunning and peaceful terrain all around. Maps, information on trails access and parking, lessons and rentals are available through Telluride Nordic.

the east end of town and steps from the Telluride Nordic Center, is a popular spot for beginners and younger skiers.

Mountain Village Nordic and snowshoe trails are multi-use trails that follow the rolling terrain of the Telluride Golf Course, perfect for a jaunt with the dog or a sunset workout.

Top-a-Ten, located at the top of Lift 10 on the Telluride Ski Resort, provides 10 kilometers of groomed, rolling trails.

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with much of the choreography designed by the students, while the spring performance tends to be more collaborative.” The fun doesn’t stop with just hockey and figure skating at Hanley. There are also daily open skates and an adult curling league. Curling, which is a kind of shuffleboard on ice, has a small but devoted following. According to Patty Arndt, who has curled for as long as the sport’s been around in town — eight years — and serves as the secretary on the Telluride Curling Club BY EMILY SHOFF board, curling is all about having fun and building community. “As a sport, curling is easy to learn but can be hard to master; the more skillful fact that everyyou get, the more strateone has a chance gic the game becomes. to gain skills It helps that the last rule at their own of curling is that the pace. Because winning team buys the everyone shares losing team drinks, so in the ice during a way everyone wins.” their tri-weekly Outside of the practices, there’s Hanley Ice Rink, which room for youngis an indoor, National er kids with Hockey League-sized, ‘OUR TOWN advanced skills refrigerated ice rink loIS MORE INTERto skate with oldcated in Telluride Town CONNECTED THAN er groups. “We Park, there are two outMOST AND THAT focus on fun door rinks in the park. IS MAGNIFIED and on always In Mountain Village, IN HOCKEY.’ teaching them there are two spots for something new, skating: the Reflection G r ays on Fe r tig so that they keep Plaza rink, which is coming back,” overseen by nearby says Daniel. New in recent years is the addition of a Madeline Hotel and Residences, and another at harness, which allows more skilled skaters to try out the Village Pond, located in Village Plaza. harder tricks. There is also a bonus morning session In a town with plenty to do come wintertime, geared towards advanced skaters. Grayson Fertig is on to something when he The program has two performances, one in points to the vital role ice sports play in building the winter at the Reflection Plaza rink in Mouncommunity. Trying your hand at curling, watching tain Village and one in March at the Hanley. an exquisite performance by local figure skaters or “Each are incredible in their own way,” remarks cheering your hockey team alongside friends and Daniel. “The winter one is more individual, neighbors are all a part of the winter fabric.

Ice sports are a key part of this community’s winter fabric

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s anyone who has been down at the Hanley Ice Rink on a Friday night to see an adult co-ed hockey game can attest, there’s a whole lot more to this community than skiing. Ice sports of all kinds — from hockey to figure skating to curling — are a key part of the winter fabric of both Telluride and Mountain Village. At “Hanley” alone, there’s a vibrant youth hockey program, ranging from the wee mini-mites ages 6 and under all the way up to competitive leagues for high school kids. There are also two divisions of men’s hockey, a women’s team, hockey fitness classes and daily pick-up games. The town’s ability to have such an impressive hockey program stems from the tight-knit community, reflects Grayson Fertig, executive director of the Telluride Lizard Head Hockey Club. “Our town is more interconnected than most and that is magnified in hockey,” he says. Fertig, who jokes that the hockey rink becomes everyone’s second living room during the winter, says that the town’s general love of play is also part of hockey’s success. “Telluride is exceptional at recreation.” Equally special is the town’s figure skating program. Offered to ages ranging from 5 through high school, skating classes offer kids the chance to build skills in a fun, low-stress environment. Alysha Daniel, the program’s director, points to the

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ountain towns have long been considered the territory of men. Perhaps it’s the austerity of the landscape or the inherent roughness of mountain life. Irrespective of the cause, the perception that high-altitude living equates to low female-to-male ratios is not unfounded: Colorado is one of only 10 states where men outnumber women, and Telluride has one of the highest percentages of men compared to other similar towns — 55 percent at the last census. While women have likely always been outnumbered by men in Telluride, their contribution to civic and economic life has been substantial. From the hard-living mining days to the birth of a new economy based on outdoor recreation, and onward to today, Telluride’s women have chipped at the armor of historical male iconography by playing leading roles in shaping this mountain community into what it is today. Boom to Bust

“They had a woman doctor,” recalls Telluride local Ed Ress in Davine Pera’s Conversations at 9,000 Feet, a collection of oral histories of Telluride. “People just couldn’t quite get it through their heads that women could doctor.” Ress was referring to Telluride’s first female doctor, Anna S. Brown, who moved to Telluride in 1894 and practiced medicine in the area for 27 years. In that time, she helped steer the town through the flu pandemic of 1918 as San Miguel County’s health officer. Brown was an anomaly because employment options for American women were limited at that time, and the trend was especially acute in Telluride where the chief industry was mining and men outnumbered women three to one. Consequently, some working women made their living as sex workers. The Telluride Historical Museum’s director of education and outreach, Theresa Koenigsknecht, explains that representation of these women is often lacking in the historical record. “They were part of that invisible class of nameless, faceless women, yet they were a huge part of the economy here,” she notes. The indigenous Ute women who came well before the white settlers were likewise not documented as reliably as their male counterparts. Women Run This Town

Octogenarian and longtime local Pam Pettee moved to Telluride in 1982, a time marked by the growing pains inherent in the evolution of a new industry. As the community grappled with the issues brought about by the development of the ski area, Pettee became immersed in questions about

community character and direction when she was elected to Telluride Town Council in 1984. There were three other women on town council at the time, and other eminent local women in the workforce like Telluride’s town clerk, Elvira Wunderlich; her sister, Irene Visintin, who managed the office at the Idarado Mine; Gay Cappis, the San Miguel County clerk; and others. “Yes, we were outnumbered,” Pettee remembers, “but a lot of the women that were here were outspoken and active. We felt it was a good place for women to be living … and sometimes we would chuckle, talking about all the ways women run this town.” Annie Savath was another woman running things in Telluride in the 70s and 80s. A transplant from Chamonix, France, Savath moved to town in 1972. That same year she helped open Chez Pierre restaurant and began working as a ski instructor at the newly opened Telluride Ski Resort. In 1978, she was named director of the Telluride Ski School, a position she held for 23 years. Those decades saw an increase in female participation in the ski industry and Savath is credited as being an influencer in that shift. When she started with the ski school in 1972, there was little demand for female ski instructors as there were few female skiers. To get more women involved, Savath started Telluride Women’s Week in 1981, the first women-only ski program in Colorado. “We were trying to make the sport more appealing to women so more families would come skiing,” she says. With the success of Telluride Women’s Week, women-specific programs were duplicated in other resorts across the country.

‘ SOMETIMES WE WOULD CHUCKLE, TALKING ABOUT ALL THE WAYS WOMEN RUN THIS TOWN.’ Pam Pe tte e

With that came more female instructors and Savath worked to ensure those women had equal access to higher-level students and wages. Fast forward to 2023 when an all-female cohort of the Telluride Ski Patrol found themselves rostered together to run patrol’s High Camp station. A first for Telluride’s women patrollers and emblematic of the sisterhood of strong mountain women that thrives in Telluride today, with females represented in all levels and sectors and, in many ways, still running this town.

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ished. Last summer, internationally renowned musicians like the New York Philharmonic Brass Quintet performed in private homes, outdoors and at the Sheridan Opera House “to wonderful crowds — a great celebration of TCM’s 50th year,” according to Beard. TCM is also boosting educational programming with musician visits to area schools and the Wilkinson Public Library, while continuing to bring unique and compelling music to the box canyon. Beard, who is also a classical flutist herself, attributes some of TCM’s vibrancy to community support via “an amazing network of volunteers and housing donors, as well as memberships, donations and grants.” Other contributors to TCM’s vibrancy and success are the region’s musicians, who are important partners in the new direction that the organization has taken. Says Paige, “There is a lot of incredible local talent in Telluride ... since we changed our format, we get to highlight local musicians in a very intimate setting, like at the happy hour series at Telluride Arts HQ.” One of those local musicians is Anneke Dean, a violinist and fiddler who moved to Telluride in 2018 and serves as board secretary at TCM. “I’ve spent my entire life in classical music,”

she says, adding, “It’s important to be able to listen to all sorts of musical genres, so TCM plays a valuable role.” TCM also collaborates with Telluride Dance Collective to bring a show every other winter to the local Michael D. Palm Theatre. This winter, TCM events include a concert with TAKE3, a violin, cello and piano trio that will perform a family-friendly holiday show on Dec. 29 in collaboration with local arts group Palm Arts. There’s also Love Letters to Vincent Van Gogh, a performance that will take place on March 24 and features local poet Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer and pianist Kayleen Asbo. Another exciting development at Telluride Chamber Music was bringing MusicFest under its banner in 2022, which has allowed both programs to thrive. A much-loved, long-running local series that takes place over nine days in late June and early July, MusicFest offers a uniquely intimate chamber music experience in private homes. And, because friends are all around and adaptation means thriving, there are more exciting events being planned all the time. “It’s my dream to one day have the whole New York Philharmonic orchestra on the Town Park stage,” says Beard. “If anyone has a creative funding idea, do get in touch.” Melissa Plantz

elluride Chamber Music (TCM), producers of Telluride’s first-ever festival, began regaling enthusiasts in small spaces in 1973 — small spaces because that’s the very definition of chamber music. It is music written to be played by a small group of instruments in palace chambers, but TCM, which celebrated its 50th anniversary this past summer, takes the genre to new heights and now celebrates chamber music year-round in a variety of spaces. Chamber music has also been called the music of friends, and that’s certainly the way it has thrived in Telluride. Founded by two friends, violinist Roy Malan and the late pianist Robin Sutherland, TCM for many years was a summer music festival with a mission, in part, to “provide musical experiences of quality, intimacy and community interaction.” After 47 years as a festival, the TCM board decided to try something a little bit different in 2021, sprinkling chamber music throughout the community all year long. The new focus of the reimagining has been on innovative programming of world-class musicians and local talent that makes the music accessible and approachable for everyone. Executive Director Claire Beard calls it “classical music with a Telluride vibe.” As with any business, music “is one of adapting,” says Warner Paige, board president and retired owner of a fourth-generation music store business. Partly due to that willingness to make changes, he notes, “TCM continues to be vibrant after 50 years in a little mining town … it’s pretty amazing.” The new year-round series format has flour-

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MOUNTAIN AIRS

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The perfect end to a day on the slopes has to be live music in the mountains. In Telluride, the beautiful and historic Sheridan Opera House and sleek Michael D. Palm Theatre are the places to catch big names, up-and-comers and indie favorites, while local bars like The Alibi and Fly Me to the Moon Saloon at O’Bannon’s play host to more intimate gigs, local and regional musicians and DJs. In Mountain Village, Club Red is a popular hotspot renowned for drawing an eclectic, compelling mix of musicians to its stylish space nestled in a corner of the Telluride Conference Center.

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At the intersection of art and activism sits the Telluride AIDS Benefit, which this season takes place Feb. 19-26. The extraordinary event includes a Gala Fashion Show, Student Fashion Show, art exhibitions, health initiatives and more. Begun nearly 30 years ago as a street dance to raise funds for a local battling AIDS, this wonderfully inspiring celebration has all the while maintained a laser-like focus on the cause, raising over $4 million to fight HIV/AIDS by heightening awareness and generating financial support for education and client care regionally, nationally and internationally. TAB is also hosting a World AIDS Day event, Dec. 1 at the Wilkinson Public Library. Attendees can learn more about getting involved as a TAB volunteer or model, meet board and staff, speak with local high school students who participated in TAB’s Student HIV Awareness Project, hear from the organization’s equity partners and more. Bravo, TAB.

Sure, the box canyon plays host to a trove of summer festivals, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have some festival fun come wintertime too. From Feb. 15-18, expect uproarious laughter at the Sheridan Opera House as the Telluride Comedy Festival brings national talents to town for a long weekend of laugh-out-loud stand-up, sketch and improv. Then, in March, Telluride Theatre launches the Telluride Fringe Festival. In what promises to be a riotous inaugural celebration of arts and culture — and this community’s wild creativity — look for performance art in all its forms at various venues from March 7-10 and 14-17.

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We Can’t Wait For… A FROZEN STORY Palm Arts holiday performance

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The Ah Haa School for the Arts’ winter fundraiser, ArtThrob takes place on Feb. 17 and promises, organizers say, an evening full of heart celebrating what this community loves most: creativity, community and cocktails. It’s all in support of visual arts programming at Ah Haa, the much-loved hub of arts education in Telluride.

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A SPRINKLING OF CHEER The holidays in Telluride and Mountain Village are straight out of a storybook BY LINNE HALPERN

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ant to feel the small-town comes the Holiday Prelude in Mountain Village, charm of a romance novel an extravaganza with fun for the whole family. come to life? Spend the holIce-skating, photos with Santa, a scavenger hunt, iday season in Telluride and train rides, tree-lighting and more ensure that the Mountain Village. Come December, Colorado little ones will feel all the holiday cheer and magic Avenue turns into a winter wonderland, dressed of the mountains. up in decorations and lights with a view of Ajax There’s also a plethora of arts and enterPeak that sparkles in the snow. Pop into Bruno for tainment available throughout December. For a coffee while you browse the stacks at Between starters, Telluride Arts hosts its annual Holiday the Covers Bookstore. Embark Bazaar Dec. 1-3 that showcases on a family outing with a sleigh treasures from regional artisans ride and s’mores that feels straight and makers. Add to this Telluride EMBARK ON A out of a storybook with Telluride Choral Society’s WinterSing conFAMILY OUTING Sleighs and Wagons. Or head cert Dec. 8-10, Palm Arts’ winter WITH A SLEIGH up to Mountain Village to enjoy recital, A Frozen Story, Dec. 9 the ambiance and fine dining at and 10, and Telluride Theatre’s RIDE & S’MORES. Ania’s Table in the Lumière with holiday show (Dec. 14-17 and Inspirato. And of course, a day spent on the slopes 21-23) and you have the makings of a festive or beside the fireplace is always good. month. Meanwhile, the Sheridan Opera House Locally, the holiday festivities kick off on Dec. invites all to the Sheridan Foundation Holiday 6 with Noel Night, an opportunity to sample Concert Series, with nightly music from Dec. 27all the Telluride scene has to offer. Stores and 31, culminating in a New Year’s Eve Gala. boutiques stay open late to accommodate To help you get even further into the holiday shopping for everyone on your “nice” list and spirit, there are torchlight parades on the Telluprovide unique discounts, fun games and tasty ride Ski Resort Christmas Eve on the Telluride treats. Enjoy, too, the ceremonial lighting of the side of the mountain and New Year’s Eve on both Ski Tree in Elks Park, a special event that brings the Telluride and Mountain Village sides, with the whole town together. Next up, on Dec. 9-10, fireworks in Mountain Village. After dark, bundle

up and watch skiers and snowboarders carrying brightly lit torches make their way down the slopes in a longstanding tradition that’s also an impressive feat. Festive ways to ring in 2024 on Dec. 31 are the Silver Ball at Telluride Arts HQ or the Ah Haa School’s Launchpad Dinner. And, just before midnight on New Year’s Eve, be sure to gather amongst the local community in front of the historic San Miguel County Courthouse for the countdown to 2024. Cue the confetti, kiss a loved one and revel in the moment … maybe even a snowflake or two will fall, closing out the holiday experience with a final sprinkling of cheer, a gift from our beloved box canyon.

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STEPS FROM THE SLOPES BLACK IRON KITCHEN

Modern mountain cuisine

BORRACHO’S AT POACHER’S

Barbecue, tacos, sliders

The Peaks Resort & Spa, beside the Meadows

BON VIVANT

Classic Country French Cuisine In a beautiful outdoor setting, Bon Vivant combines fun and fine dining. Think incredible views from a lively, sunny deck and stunning cuisine. A signature dish is the Alpine Wild Mushroom soup, which has a brie base infused with Courvoisier and served under a puff pastry.

CRAZY ELK PIZZA Top of Polar Queen Express (Lift 5)

LA PIAZZA

Authentic Italian OAK

Barbecue, casual American SHAKE N DOG

Hot dogs, shakes and salads

SIAM’S TALAY GRILLE

Thai favorites

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Sandwiches, signature rice bowls

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Go old-school and enjoy the classic ski-lodge menu, including ski resort owner Chuck Horning’s famous chili, smokehouse favorites and the best salad bar on the mountain. The casual menu is matched by the laidback atmosphere enjoyed on the big deck or legendary beach. On Misty Maiden (Lift 4)

Family-friendly Favorites Families love to gather at Big Billies, which serves kid-centric fare. Non-skiers can take the Chondola from Mountain Village to join the fun. Bottom of Lifts 1 (Chondola) and 10

Hungry skiers and boarders head to this spot for hot beverages, snacks, soups and chili.

Customized burritos Casual American

Casual and Smokehouse Favorites

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Burgers, wings and snacks

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BIG BILLIES

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Pizza, sandwiches, salads

GORRONO RANCH & THE SALOON

Top of Lift 12

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Enjoy a cozy confection perfect for when the snow flies

Apple Cider Hot Toddy Wow. Warm Colorado whiskey, honey, lemon and local heirloom apple cider, also available zero proof.

Bruno

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Cinnabliss Latte Traditional espresso-andfrothy-milk combo, served with white chocolate & cinnamon syrup. Truly blissful.

Matcha Chai Latte A gentle jolt courtesy of shots of Lone Cone espresso, milk, chai tea and a scoop of matcha.

Silver Pick at the Peaks

White Mocha Two shots of espresso, a pump of white chocolate and steamed whole milk. Delicious.

Telluride Coffee Company

Perfect Alibi

Family-friendly fare

A pair of kiddo-friendly restaurants, owned by the same local family, cater wonderfully to those looking for tasty food reasonably priced. On West Colorado Avenue in Telluride is Steamies Burger Bar, which features regional and organic ingredients and clean cooking methods. The menu offers delish burgers — the award-winning Yeti is a favorite — inventive salads, fish and chips, hoagies, ramen bowls and more. This fun hangout is also a popular spot for late-night bites, creative cocktails, milkshakes and cones. Meanwhile, Shake N Dog is perfectly placed in a sunny spot on Heritage Plaza in Mountain Village and boasts a menu that likewise balances quality and value. Look for signature hot dogs and sausages, specially procured from Double RR Ranch at Snake River Farms in Idaho and taken to new heights with a fresh culinary spin, along with shakes, handtossed salads, wraps, hearty soups and snacks. Happy kids and happy parents? Count us in.

This winter, you can find us at The Alibi at 121 South Fir Street. The bar, which opened last summer, has quickly become the place to be; a stylish-but-relaxed lounge and the perfect stop for a beautifully made cocktail before or after that evening dinner reservation. And when we say “beautifully”, we’re not joking. The folks behind Alibi — Ryan Yaseen, Andres Vargas Johnson and Patrick Pauly, who is a collector of vintage whiskeys — have expertly assembled an extensive and carefully curated collection of high-end tequilas, whiskeys and bourbons. The trio also offer an incredible option for clientele: personalized, miniature, barrel-aged cocktails. Says Yaseen, “For folks who are in Telluride regularly, we sit with them to understand their palate and make suggestions based on that.” A cocktail is mixed, barreled and stowed for aging until the next time the patron — and their very lucky guests — are in town, when it is taken out and the bespoke drinks served up. Add to this that the bar has established itself as a weekend hub for live music and, well, it’s the perfect Alibi. Go now. 44

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CHEERS TO THAT Stop by the Mountain Village Wine Merchant this winter to take in the friendly welcome and extensive knowledge at this charming gem tucked beside Wagner Custom Skis. Since Bryan and Felicity Thames, the founder/owners, opened the liquor and fine wines shop in 2022, the pair have woven themselves into Mountain Village’s vibrant Village Center scene. Their legion of fans appreciate the Mountain Village Wine Merchant’s popular wine tastings, which continue on Wednesdays this winter, the super social wine club and the know-how of Bryan Thames. With lengthy experience in the area’s best restaurants and a genuine passion for oenology, Bryan is a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers and has a Level 3 Wine and Spirit Education Trust certification in wine. Put it all together and it’s not hard to see why the Mountain Village Wine Merchant isn’t just a store, it’s a community. Says Bryan, “People like coming together around wine.” Cheers to that.

GET READY FOR THE GRAND Those who love memorable fine dining experiences have much to look forward to this spring. Ross Martin and Erich Owen, the highly regarded owner/chefs behind popular, and delicious, spots The National and Petite Maison, have a new restaurant in the works called The Grand. With this newest venture, Martin and Owen will take the team, modern American menu and vibe from The National and move them to the airy space at 100 West Colorado Ave. that is being revamped this winter. As of press time, the pair were hoping to open The Grand in May. Martin adds that The National name will stay with its original space, nestled behind the Last Dollar Saloon on South Pine, but with a new operator.

SWEET NEWS Telluride Truffle, the much-loved, homegrown chocolatier, is moving to the historic Roma Building at 135 East Colorado Ave. Look for the same award-winning selection of handmade truffles, chocolates, cookies and other sweet treats, now located in the storied, sunny structure beside Spruce Park. According to founder/owner Patty Denny, Telluride Truffle is adding some fresh grown-upsonly options like wine and chocolate pairings, as well as hot chocolate with Grand Marnier or Jack Daniels. Says Denny, “We are so happy to be on main street. We not only will be serving the same great chocolate as before, but we now have the space to do so — and more.” telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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MORE THAN A STORE

C The family behind the treasures at the Gordon Collection BY JESSE JAMES McTIGUE

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orina Gordon sits opposite her father, Bill, in an alcove at The Gordon Collection. A handwoven Navajo rug hangs above. In the store’s front, the morning sun playfully bounces off the silver jewelry. The handcrafted items surrounding them — jewelry, rugs and baskets — make up The Gordon Collection, items Bill, with wife Ginny, started curating over 50 years ago. In 1969, adventurous and newly married, Bill and Ginny settled in Rough Rock, an Arizona town in the Navajo Nation, where they found teaching jobs at the Rough Rock Demonstration School. Bill explains that it was the first American Indian-run school in the nation. The children were taught the first three years by a Navajo teacher and learned English as a second language. Then they took English classes from a teacher like Bill, who

was assisted by a Navajo aide. “We were idealistic, young, white kids going out there,” he remarks. “We learned to practice a different culture, but the thing we learned is people are people everywhere.” For Bill and Ginny, an unexpected outcome of this time was a deep appreciation of and connection to the culture, which was often expressed in art. Through the school and community, the couple met Navajo weavers and silversmiths. They were intrigued by the processes for silversmithing and, especially, weaving. Says Bill, “We saw the amount of work that went into weaving a rug and the meaning weaving has. We became interested in the connection Navajo women have with their loom.” Bill came to understand weaving as a religious practice. He describes it as a way for Navajo women to maintain equilibrium in an unbal-

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AN UNEXPECTED OUTCOME OF THIS TIME WAS A DEEP APPRECIATION OF AND CONNECTION TO THE NAVAJO CULTURE.

anced world. According to Navajo tradition, Spider Woman wove the web of the universe and taught the Navajo how to weave to create and spread beauty. “In Navajo life, you have a balance,” Bill says. “Weaving is a part of that. They put these patterns together and children learn weaving with their moms. It is a part of their life and religion — a part of the Navajo’s spiritual relationship with themselves.” During their two years on the reservation, Corina was born and Bill and Ginny realized they “were more merchants than teachers.” Their quest became sharing Navajo art with a broader audience. After a brief stint in Nantucket, Bill explains, “we asked around about up-and-coming resorts and several people mentioned Tellu-something and rumors about cutting ski runs and snowcat skiing.” In 1973, the Gordons moved to Telluride. They spent their first night in the New Sheridan Hotel and eventually moved to Ophir, where Bill helped reincorporate the town, ultimately becoming its mayor. The Gordons built a building at 119 West Colorado Ave. and opened Gordon’s Indian Arts. Their second child, Jason, was born, then Darcie, their third. Corina remembers the store as an integral part of their childhood. “We lived in Ophir, so we’d spend a lot of time in the store,” she recalls. “We built a loft with a hide-a-bed, so we could stay in town when avalanches blocked

the Ophir Road.” The Gordons ran the store for 10 years, then found they could rent the space out for more than they generated selling art. Says Bill, “We forgot about a certain factor we needed to be successful: tourism.” Over the next 40 years, the Gordons used their entrepreneurial spirit to start other businesses in the burgeoning ski town. Bill kept his connections to the Navajo Nation, though. In 2016, he reimagined his business concept and opened The Gordon Collection at 220 East Colorado Ave. Joining his and Corina’s team were Oak and Carrie Smith, who lived in Kayenta on the Navajo Nation for 18 years, as well as Melanie Hall. While others might point to the repeated patterns in Navajo weaving or Spider Woman’s desire to keep balance as possible themes in their return to retail, Bill says simply, “Ginny got tired of all the rugs in the living room and said you need to find another space.” Visibly emotional, Corina notes, “I saw the opportunity to create something beautiful and special and feel incredibly passionate about carrying on what Mom and Dad created. We have connections with tribal groups and go to different trading posts and Indian markets. Several artists come directly to us. We are an outlet for Native American artists. I prefer to call it a gallery because of the authenticity and art aspect.” Deadpans Bill, “I call it the rug shop.”

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Mountain Lodge and its acclaimed restaurant, The View, are slopeside gems BY JENNIFER JULIA

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tepping into the Mountain Lodge on a snowy winter’s afternoon, the glowing warmth of the place provides more than just a respite from the cold. Just past the cozy lobby, guests are treated to an impressive expanse of vaulted timber ceilings, luxurious furnishings and jaw-dropping views — a welcoming mix of high-alpine elegance and ski chalet chic. Nestled between Village Bypass and Double Cabin on the Telluride Ski Resort and boasting all the amenities of a full-service hotel, Mountain Lodge is a skier’s haven and a traveler’s paradise. “We’re a true ski in-ski-out hotel,” explains Sam Barnes, Mountain Lodge’s director of sales. “We’ve got ski runs on both sides of the property, and guests can ski to the hotel directly from the Gondola, from Gorrono Ranch and pretty much from anywhere on the mountain.” Offering a wide range of accommodation options, including four- to six-bedroom luxury log cabins, condominiums, suites and rooms, Mountain Lodge is a perfect landing pad for all types of visitors, from large, adventure-seeking groups to couples in search of a romantic mountain getaway. If you’ve taken the gondola that connects the Village Center and Market Plaza, you’ve most likely glanced below during the ride and admired Mountain Lodge’s heated outdoor pool and hot

tubs, open year-round for both summertime splashes and après-ski soaks. There’s also a fitness and steam room, ski valet and concierge onsite to enhance your stay. The crown jewel of the property just might be its acclaimed in-house restaurant, The View. With floor-to-ceiling windows serving up awe-inspiring San Juan mountain vistas and a larger-than-life stone fireplace at center stage, The View lives up to both its name and stellar reputation. “Throughout the winter, we’ll be serving simple, classic dishes made with the freshest ingredients, many of them regionally sourced, such as our Wagyu beef from Gunnison,” remarks Executive Chef Sergio Gonzales, a long-time local with a passion for creating sophisticated yet satisfying cuisine. “We want our guests to enjoy dishes that are classic and highest-quality, but not complicated. We have a good family atmosphere, and we make hearty food that will fuel our guests throughout their day.”

New to the Mountain Lodge is their fabulous ski-in/ski-out bar, just off the Double Cabin ski run. The bar, with a fresh new concept change, takes outdoor après-ski to the next level with firepits, a top-level cocktail menu (Aperol spritzes are a favorite) and a DJ on weekends. To top off the fun, there’s also a dine-in igloo onsite where guests can warm up with a beverage and select munchies from a delectable food menu. “We’re trying to create a unique apres-ski experience for the community, with kid-friendly eating options, a great drink menu and a really fun vibe,” Barnes says with enthusiasm, “And the bar gets sun late into the afternoon. It’s a great place to end a day of skiing.” Whether it’s luxury lodging, inspired dining or innovative après that you’re after, Mountain Lodge checks all the boxes. This slopeside gem is certain to deliver a travel experience that’s truly unforgettable. telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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A TELLURIDE GATHERING The on-mountain wedding of Alex and Claire was a dream come true BY LINNE HALPERN

hen the week leading up to your wedding consists of skiing every day and catching up with family every evening, you know you’ve done something right. Such was the case for Claire Fraley and Alex Miller, who brought their loved ones together for an intimate celebration in Telluride. The duo met in medical school in their home state of New Mexico (Claire is a pediatric oncologist and Alex is an ER doctor), and bonded over a shared love of skiing and outdoor adventure. Hailing from the Four Corners city of Farmington, Claire grew up spending time in Telluride — attending camps in the summers, honing her ski skills in the winters and forging a special love of the town that led her to dream about someday tying the knot amidst the San Juan Mountains. Luckily, Alex was on board. To make this dream a reality, the couple decided on a small wedding with family, followed by a larger reception in Alex’s hometown of Santa Fe. Alpino Vino offered everything they were looking for in a venue — stunning views and on-mountain experience coupled with outstanding food and elegantly cozy vibes. They worked with wedding planner Kathleen Bonneau of Telluride Presents to bring their vision to life, including warm winter florals by Natalie McClain of Adela Floral. Leading up to the ceremony, Claire and Alex were able to enjoy the slopes with parents and siblings. The day before, they headed out with Jason Hicks of Jason + Daris Photocinema to capture some vintage-style ski portraits. Claire donned a snow suit that previously belonged to her motherin-law, even finding a Ski Santa Fe lift ticket from 1997 still attached to the jacket. And come the

wedding morning, they couldn’t resist getting a few final turns in before it was time to get ready back at their Mountain Village accommodations. In a truly one-of-a-kind moment, the couple and their guests took a snowcat up the mountain to Alpino Vino, dressed in their wedding finest. Champagne greeted everyone on the deck before the ceremony began. The couple’s beloved Episcopal pastor from their home church, who’d previously married both of Claire’s brothers, presided over the nuptials, adding to the sincere feel of the day. The highly personal ceremony was followed by a delectable, celebratory meal — an extravagant five-course dinner with custom wine pairings that Claire describes as “the main event.” Mostly, Claire remarks, she is grateful to have

marked such a milestone in the place that served as backdrop for so many of her favorite childhood memories. “To be on the mountain, with those views, surrounded by just our families was so special. It felt like the perfect way to welcome Alex into my family, and to share such a meaningful place with his family too,” she says. The end of the memorable evening came with a return snowcat ride down the mountain, coincidentally driven by a man that Claire and her mom had met on a chairlift days earlier, poignantly illustrating the familiarity and charm that makes a Telluride celebration so unique. And after a night spent at The Peaks Resort & Spa, Alex was ready to get back on his skis, while Claire opted for a different kind of Telluride morning — at the spa.

‘TO BE ON THE MOUNTAIN, WITH THOSE VIEWS, SURROUNDED BY JUST OUR FAMILIES WAS SO SPECIAL.’ Clair e Fr ale y

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Mountain Village is nurturing a thriving commercial sector Melissa Plantz

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pend even a few hours in Mountain Village, Telluride’s high-altitude twin, and the vibe is striking. The Village Center is abuzz with public art displays, the clever repurposing of offline gondola cabins as snug outdoor spaces, food carts, a ski wax station and more, all against the backdrop of skiers and boarders winding their way down Misty Maiden, sunning themselves on the patio at a plaza-side eatery or enjoying a locally brewed tipple outdoors in the Common Consumption Area. Couple this vibrant, consumer-friendly setting with well-thought-out supports for local business-

es, such as sustainability incentives and advisory luncheons, and it’s clear that Mountain Village is adept at nurturing a thriving commercial sector. J.D. Wise, the Town’s economic and sustainability director, acknowledges that some of these pushes came about in response to the pandemic, but notes that “the support was so well received that we decided to keep it in place.” One of those well-thought-out supports is the Town of Mountain Village’s Business Development Advisory Committee and its “Lunch and Learn” events. These quarterly meetings provide education to local business owners on a variety

of topics, including sales tax trends and insights on Gondola ridership, lodging and flight metrics, marketing efforts and general visitor demographics. They also offer hotel concierges the chance to learn about what’s happening in the region so they can share current and accurate information with guests. On top of that, the Town offers creative ways to make it easier for businesses to be green, and save money. Through a collaboration with Bruin Waste, restaurants now have access to commercial composting services. Additionally, businesses can receive a rebate of up to $5,000 if they make at least one recommended change from an annual energy-use evaluation. These small upgrades can make a big impact in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and boosting the bottom line. Then there are the developments that make the Village Center so inviting. The offline gondola cabins, called The Cabins, arrived during the pandemic. Designed by local artists, the exteriors are decorated with everything from geometric designs to mountain scenery. Originally, The Cabins enabled guests to dine safely, but they were such a hit that the Town decided to keep them. Mountain Village has also invested in public art. A recent addition is “Bridging Art and Technology” and sees Telluride-based artist John Kirk Drogsvold’s sculptures on display under the bridge between Reflection and Sunset plazas. Also new this winter is “Mum”, a sculpture of a bear with her cubs. Constructed using nearly $1,000 in pennies by British artists Lisa and Robert Ferguson, the bears are here on loan until June 2024. They serve as a Mountain Village-based companion to the Penny Bear sculpture, also by the Fergusons, that sits outside a private residence in Telluride. According to Wise, all of this, not to mention other wintertime amenities like ice skating on the Village Pond and the rink in Reflection Plaza, just add to the fun vibe that — together with those practical supports — is good for business. “We are committed to creating a vibrant atmosphere where businesses can thrive,” he says. telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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A MOUNTAIN TALE The Aldasoro sisters’ deep roots stretch from Finland and Spain to the San Juans BY JESSE JAMES McTIGUE

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he Aldasoro sisters — Cristine and identical twins Angie and Pam, often referred to locally as ‘the sisters’ — have told their family’s story so many times that it has become something of an iconic Telluride tale. The familiar version starts with their grandfather, Joaquin Aldasoro, a Basque shepherd from the Pyrenees, the mountain range that straddles the border between Spain and France. In 1917, he followed his brothers to the United States and they worked as ranch hands in Utah. Over time, Joaquin got to know the West and discovered a mining town in Colorado called Telluride. He started buying property above the town, eventually amassing 13 homesteads on 5,000 acres that he used as summer grazing for his livestock.

Perhaps because of the romance of a Basque shepherd seeking his fortune, the focus of the family story has often centered on Joaquin. However, as the sisters tell it, it is their mother’s side of the family that goes back the furthest in Telluride. “Most people associate us with the ranch out on Deep Creek Mesa,” Angie says. “In reality, on our mother’s side we’re fourth generation here. It was mining that brought that side of the family over.” And that’s where the sisters, who nowadays are locally known by their married names of Pam Bennett, Angie Hale and Cristine Mitchell, want this version to start — four, not three, generations back, with their maternal great grandmother, Ida Fratt Ackerman. Like Joaquin, Ida followed her brothers and immigrated to the U.S. to find work, but >>

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“On the ranch, we could go anywhere we wanted on motorcycles or horses, but we had to tell Mom what direction and we couldn’t change,” Angie says. “Same with Granny. She didn’t care where we went in town, she just needed to know what direction —toward the mine, toward main street.” Adds Pam, “There were the three of us on 5,000 acres with virtually no rules.” As the sisters gained decision-making over the ranch, they created and funded a homeowners’ association and built the infrastructure to develop

parts of the original ranchlands into subdivisions known as Sunnyside, Aldasoro Ranch, Diamond Ranch, Grayhead and Golden Ledge. They kept a 750-acre parcel that they refer to as the “core” for their families. “I’m looking back as a large landowner and there is a certain amount of glamour, but there is also heartache,” Pam muses. “It’s kind of been a struggle to hold onto it and fight for it. The reality is it’s like a mausoleum, or it’s a living museum. It’s a museum you don’t want to change much, but if you don’t change it, you may lose it.”

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Ida came from Finland, not Spain. With her brothers working in area mines, Ida contributed financially by taking in laundry for the “girls on the line,” sex workers in what was then Telluride’s red-light district. “They would bring the laundry to the back door in the dark and leave money,” Cristine says. “She washed it during the day and at night the ladies would pick it up.” Ida married John Ackerman and the couple had three children. Their daughter, Elna, married Rudolph Anderson, the assayer at the mine, a job which entailed analyzing ore samples to speculate the value of mining a potential vein. The couple were the sisters’ grandparents and raised their mother, Yula Mae Anderson, and her siblings in the family home at 123 South Oak Street. “You could see through the corners,” Angie says, laughing. “It wasn’t well built.” Adds Pam, “I bet it didn’t cost 10,000 dollars.” Yula Mae grew up in town surrounded by family and graduated from Telluride High School in 1954, where she was a cheerleader for the eight-man football team. She attended college classes in Grand Junction and then returned to Telluride and worked at the abstract office, which Pam explains is akin to a title company today. She met Albert Aldasoro, the handsome son of Joaquin, and the pair married. Angie says of her father, “He was bigger than life, a jokester, a man’s man.” “Part of the legend of Albert is that he is the first one to bring pizza into Telluride,” Pam remarks. “And he was a hottie — [he created] quite a buzz.” During the school year, the young Aldasoro family lived in Montrose, or “the low country,” where they’d winter the sheep and lambs. In the summertime, when school was out, they’d come up to Telluride, splitting their time on the Aldasoro Ranch and in town with Yula Mae’s family on South Oak. Pam recalls that their great grandmother, Ida, was still alive until she and Angie were at least 10 years old. “The Andersons were the extended family we grew up with,” Pam says. “They were the ones in town who spoke fluent English and had a lot of the American traditions. We did Fourth of July and barbecues. They were a generation ahead.” The sisters recall having immense freedom at both places.

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enowned climate change activist Greta Thunberg once said: “No one is too small to make a difference.” Here in our tiny box canyon, the truth of that adage is proven in spades by EcoAction Partners (EAP), a forward-thinking sustainability organization that’s making serious strides towards reducing the region’s greenhouse gas emissions. Founded in 2007 as the New Community Coalition, the nonprofit became EcoAction Partners in 2012, a name chosen, according to the organization, to “emphasize our active role in the community on the forefront of regional sustainability initiatives.” Since its inception, EAP has taken on conservation and sustainability issues with a think-outside-the-box approach that’s both proactive and practical. Working in tandem with the Sneffels Energy Board, the EAP created an updated Climate Action Plan in 2021, a roadmap for addressing the next two decades of climate action across San Miguel and Ouray counties. In turn, local governments, such as the Towns of Telluride and Mountain Village, developed community-specific plans that complement this regional CAP. The current Climate Action Plan sets a goal of a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and a 90 percent reduction by 2050. “Though our current forecasting in the Climate

Action Plan shows that we need to implement businesses have the chance to improve efficiency additional creative and comprehensive policies and get on a greener track. EAP creates a customand programs to reach our goals, I believe we will ized sustainability plan for each member, proget there,” remarks Executive Director Emma vides free weatherization materials and direction Gerona with confidence. “We are in an exciting towards grants and rebates for energy-efficient time of heightened collaboration and energy in appliances and systems. Currently 27 businesses the climate sphere, both have taken part in this initiative, locally and nationally.” a growing list that includes The range of programs restaurants and retail shops, ‘WE ARE IN AN offered by EAP is impressive the Wilkinson Public Library EXCITING TIME and diverse. Whether it’s and the Ah Haa School for the OF HEIGHTENED creating educational opporArts. Ah Haa’s executive directunities through its Truth or tor, Marty Wollesen, says of COLLABORATION Dare Student Challenge or participation: “Ah Haa School AND ENERGY IN THE tackling the trash generated for the Arts and the American CLIMATE SPHERE.’ by local festivals through Academy of Bookbinding are E mma G e r on a its Zero Waste composting committed to being responsible and recycling program, stewards for our environment, the organization is continually seeking new and our children and descendants. We are grateful for relevant means of engaging the public and taking the advice and guidance of EcoAction Partners in bold steps towards lasting change. helping us identify and implement green practices One of EAP’s most innovative endeavors is in our classrooms and studios.” its Green Business Certification, a membership As we continue to witness the impacts of program that helps local and regional businessclimate change across the world, the urgency of es learn how to reduce their carbon footprints. the global crisis has become increasingly clear. “Commercial buildings in our region produce Closer to home, EcoAction Partners’ blueprint nearly 20 percent of carbon emissions,” Gerona for change is just what this small community explains. Through membership in the program, needs to make a difference.

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FUN FOR ALL

Away from the slopes, magic awaits for kiddos and their grown-ups SLIP-SLIDING AWAY Firecracker Hill, at the southern edge of Telluride Town Park, offers sledding to suit any adrenaline level. Rent sleds at the Nordic Center or purchase one from Timberline Ace Hardware.

Nordic skiing is a wonderful option for the whole family with groomed trails in Town Park, on the Valley Floor, Mountain Village and surrounding areas. The Nordic Center offers guided rentals, lessons, tours and more. See also page 33.

TAKE THE SCENIC ROUTE Hop aboard the free Gondola that connects Telluride and Mountain Village for breathtaking views and the coolest journey ever. This very unique trip is one that the kiddos won’t soon forget.

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Buy a Telluride cap or hat

Take an Ah Haa School art class

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Find the Mum sculpture in Mountain Village

Take a photo on your favorite ski run

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Visit a local art gallery

Try a new activity like snowshoeing

Skate at the Madeline

Experience fat-tire biking

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Stop off at Station San Sophia and take in the views

Borrow something unusual from the library

Pose for a main street photo

Learn one fact at the Telluride Historical Museum

Make a snowman in the park

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FAMILY ACTIVITIES ICE FOLLIES Skaters can make their way to ice rinks in Telluride Town Park or in Mountain Village. Town Park’s Nordic Center in the park and the Madeline have skate rentals. For more, see page 35. Melissa Plantz

SNOW SEASON SKATEBOARDING When the snow fills Town Park’s skatepark, try The Drop Boardshop for winter camps and lessons on a specially designed indoor ramp.

WE LOVE OUR LIBRARY The award-winning Wilkinson Public Library houses an impressive collection of books, music and more and loans cool items like snowshoes and karaoke machines from the Area of Unusual Items. There is also a variety of inventive programming for all ages.

BAKE, PAINT, CREATE AND MORE

HISTORY LESSON Experience the area’s colorful past at the Telluride Historical Museum, where interactive exhibits and exciting programming make history come alive for enthusiasts young and old.

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Need more excitement? Try the ski resort’s Adventure Center for memorable outdoor activities or the Sheridan Opera House or Palm Theatre for family-friendly performing arts. And, of course, sometimes the best activity is none at all. Telluride is the perfect place to snuggle up indoors and watch the snow fall.

The Ah Haa School for the Arts’ winter programs nurture creativity, self-expression and artistic confidence, where young artists can discover their artistic voices. Explore, empower and create at Telluride’s beloved arts education hub.

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SENSATIONAL SUMMERS

us a little about your perfect Q Tell summer day. We’re assuming it includes George Costanza (the dog, not the Seinfeld character)?

Our perfect summer day definitely includes George Costanza, and hiking or paddling. I’m a sucker for water. As a hiker, I need a reward at the end, like a lake or a waterfall, and a favorite is the hike to Blue Lakes. It’s where my husband proposed, which means I have a real soft spot for it. I also love paddling — and George does too — so after a nice long hike, we often end up at Woods Lake. It’s quiet and beautiful. I’ll put George on the paddle board, open a can of wine and paddle. It’s very relaxing.

SUMMERTIME with the Telluride Tourism Board’s Allison Bills

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Q seem very welcoming to pooches and their humans. Tell us more.

My favorite is Oak. The patio overlooks the Telluride Gondola Plaza and there are always dogs running around and playing there. The Gondola is also dog friendly. One of our other dogs, Stanley, is a real troublemaker but he sleeps like an angel on the Gondola. In Mountain Village, the Village Center is a common consumption area and we really enjoy the Telluride Distilling Company’s frozen slushies. We often get slushies to go and sit on the grass in Sunset Plaza, enjoying our drinks while the dogs run around. advice for dog owners exploring Q Any the backcountry this summer?

ure, Telluride is famous as a winter sports mecca, but for Allison Bills it was summer that drew the Chicago native to the area. “Summer is my season,” she says simply, adding that come summertime (and fall, for that matter), her activity mix inevitably involves getting outdoors with her husband, Eddie, as well as with George Costanza, the most outdoorsy of the couple’s three dogs. Allison recently sat down with the Guide to chat about her favorite pup-friendly summer adventures in the beautiful San Juans.

Yes. My advice is to be responsible for your dog. Pick up your dog’s poop and pack it out with you. I use Ruffwear’s pack-out poop bags, which makes it easy. I would also say that even if your dog is friendly, other dogs might not be. So, if your dog isn’t under complete voice control, they should be on a leash. I also always bring a dog medical kit on hikes. And I think, too, especially for those who are new to a trail, consider either leashing your dog or getting a tracker for them. It’s so easy for a dog to go after something like a squirrel and get lost. Recently, I read somewhere that we may only get about 10 summers with our dogs, so my last piece of advice is to enjoy every last one of them. — with Erin Spillane telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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KOTO Ski Swap Wilkinson Library

November 17

Gondola Opens

November 22

Donation Day Telluride Ski Resort

November 23

Opening Day Telluride Ski Resort

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Nice & Naughty Holiday Pop-up Telluride Arts HQ

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Magic Beans Funk, electronica and soul, SOH

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December 1-3

Telluride Arts Holiday Bazaar

December 6

Noel Night & Tree Lighting Ceremony Downtown Telluride

December 6

Art Walk Telluride and Mountain Village galleries

December 8-10

Choral Society WinterSing Christ Presbyterian Church

December 9

Son Little R&B and soul, SOH

December 9-10

Mountain Village Holiday Prelude

December 9-10

A Frozen Story Palm Arts holiday performance, Palm

December 14-17

Dufreign Family Holiday Spectacular Telluride Theatre original production, SOH

December 15-17

Aladdin Young People’s Theater, SOH

December 19

Legend Has It Teton Gravity Research Ski Film, SOH

December 20

Telluride Chamber Music Happy Hour TA HQ

December 21

All Time Warren Miller Ski Film, SOH

December 21-23

Dufreign Family Holiday Spectacular Telluride Theatre original production, SOH

December 24

Torchlight Parade Telluride Ski Resort

December 27

Shawn Colvin Grammy winner in concert, SOH

December 28

Jewel Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter, SOH

December 29

Take3 Telluride Chamber Music & Palm Arts concert, Palm

December 29

Ozomatli Latin/rock/hip-hop, SOH

December 29-30

Rising Appalachia American folk music, Club Red

December 30

The Brass Queens New Orleans-style brass band, SOH

December 31

Torchlight Parade Telluride Ski Resort

December 31

Silver Ball New Year’s Eve Party, TA HQ

December 31

New Year’s Eve Celebration Telluride’s Main Street

December 31

New Year’s Eve Gala with the Motortown All-Stars, SOH

December 31

New Year’s Eve Launchpad Dinner Featuring Chef Brendan Kelley, Ah Haa School

JANUARY January 4

Art Walk Telluride and Mountain Village galleries

January 5-6

The Motet Funk, soul and jazz, SOH

January 17

Telluride Chamber Music Happy Hour TA HQ

January 18

Balkan Bump Dance/electronic, SOH

January 20

All-Stars Elton John, Bruno Mars and Elvis tribute, SOH

January 21

Kitchen Dwellers with Armchair Boogie, Bluegrass, SOH

January 24-25

Infamous Stringdusters Bluegrass, SOH

January 27

KOTO Lip Sync SOH

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Mean Girls Young People’s Theater, SOH

February 8

John Craigie with Daniel Rodriguez Folk/pop singer & songwriter, SOH

February 9-10

Leftover Salmon Jamgrass, SOH

February 15-16

Telluride AIDS Benefit Student Fashion Show Palm

February 15-18

Comedy Festival Stand-up, sketch and improv, SOH

February 17

ArtThrob Winter fundraiser, Ah Haa School

February 19

Daffodil Days Pre-sales begin, Historical Museum

February 19- 26

Telluride AIDS Benefit Fashion Week

February 21

Telluride Chamber Music Happy Hour TA HQ

February 22-24

Telluride AIDS Benefit Gala Fashion Show Telluride Conference Center

February 23

Birds of Play Folk music, SOH

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Big Something Alternative rock and funk, SOH

March 7

Art Walk Telluride and Mountain Village galleries

March 7-10

Telluride Fringe Festival Telluride Theatre festival

March 8

Blue Party Adaptive sports program fundraiser

March 8-10

Choral Society SpringSing Concert Christ Presbyterian Church

March 10

Donavon Frankenreiter Surf rock, SOH

March 11

Daffodil Days In-person sales begin, Historical Museum

March 14-15

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March 14-17

Telluride Fringe Festival Telluride Theatre festival

March 16

Nershi Hann Trio Americana/folk, SOH

March 20

Telluride Chamber Music Happy Hour TA HQ

March 24

Love Letter for Vincent Telluride Chamber Music & Palm Arts event, Palm

March 27-31

Telluride Theatre Burlesque SOH

March 30

One to One Mentoring Cardboard Sled Derby Telluride Ski Resort

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Closing Day & Pond Skim Telluride Ski Resort

April 7

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KOTO Spring Street Dance Colorado Avenue

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New York Philharmonic Musicians Telluride Chamber and Palm Arts concert, Palm

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Art Walk Telluride and Mountain Village galleries

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HISTORIC WALKING TOUR The Telluride area boasts a rich history. In the 1700s, the Ute Indians used the San Juan Mountains and the San Miguel River banks as summer camps. Explorers and survey parties passed through the area in the 1700s and 1800s, but it was mining that brought the first European settlers in 1876 when the Sheridan Mine registered its operation in the Marshall Basin above Telluride. In just 20 years, the town grew from a hodgepodge of cabins and shacks to rows of elegant Victorians and stately brick buildings, many of which exist today. Telluride was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1961 and the Town later established the Historic and Architectural Review Commission to further protect its character and authenticity. The Historic Walking Tour is a self-guided walk through Telluride’s storied past. 1 | San Miguel County Courthouse The courthouse was originally built on the south side of West Colorado Avenue in 1886 but burned shortly after construction. The bricks were saved to build the present courthouse less than a year later on the opposite corner (Colorado Ave. and Oak St.). Recently renovated, it is still in use today.

5 | St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Reverend J.J. Gibbons, pastor of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, made his first trip to Telluride from Ouray for a baptism, traveling by horseback over the mountain passes. In 1896, he helped build St. Patrick’s Catholic Church of Telluride on Catholic Hill for $4,800. By 1899, the church had 200 parishioners. The wooden figures of the Stations of the Cross were carved in the Tyrol area of Austria.

6 | Old Waggoner House Charles Delos Waggoner, president of the Bank of Telluride (the yellow brick building on main street), contrived a scheme purportedly to save his bank in the Wall Street Crash of 1929. Waggoner siphoned money from New York banks to keep his clients from losing their life savings once the Bank of Telluride could no longer pay its creditors. Waggoner, who was sentenced to 15 years and served six, testified in court, “I would rather see the New York banks lose money than the people of Telluride, most of whom have worked all their lives for the savings that were deposited in my bank.”

7 | Town Hall The building was constructed on Fir Street and Columbia Avenue in 1883 as Telluride’s first schoolhouse. The one-room structure held one teacher and 53 students and was built for $3,000. After a new school was built, the town offices occupied the building.

2 | New Sheridan Hotel & Opera House Built in 1891, Telluride’s first hotel was destroyed by fire in 1894 and rebuilt in brick in 1895. At the same time, the Sheridan Bar was built, and it is now one of the oldest bars in the West. The bar has remained unchanged since 1895, boasting its original lead glass divider panels, mahogany wood paneling and filigree light fixtures. Patrons are served beverages on the original hand-carved cherry wood bar that was imported from Austria. The New Sheridan was recently accepted as a member of the National Trust for Historic Hotels of America. In 1913, the opera house was added and named the Segerberg Opera House, after builders J.A. and Arvid Segerberg. The building was eventually named the Sheridan Opera House after its neighboring bar and hotel.

3 | The Pekkarine Building One of the oldest structures on Colorado Avenue, this building was home to the Pekkarine family. Mr. Pekkarine emigrated to the US from Finland in the late 1800s and opened a boot shop in the basement. On the second floor, he later operated a mercantile store. The Pekkarines lived on the third floor. At the settling of the Pekkarine estate in 1974, valuable artifacts were donated to the Telluride Historical Museum.

4 | Roma Bar Building The Roma Building was home to one of the town’s oldest and most raucous bars. The downstairs still contains the original 1860 Brunswich-Balke-Collender Company bar, which is carved from walnut with 12-foot French mirrors. The building was most recently renovated in 2016.

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8 | Telluride Historical Museum Built in 1896 and named Hall’s Hospital after its first doctor, the building served as the community hospital treating miners and townspeople until it closed in 1964 due to a decline in the population. It reopened in 1966 as the Telluride Historical Museum and was renovated in 2002. Ten rooms and outdoor exhibitions showcase Telluride’s unique and vibrant history with a vast collection of photographs, artefacts and exhibitions

9 | North Oak House Built in 1900, this house was a survivor of the 1914 flood that careened down Cornet Creek, sweeping through town and depositing mud and debris from the Liberty Bell Mine down to Colorado Avenue. One woman was killed and the Sheridan Bar was filled with mud halfway to the ceiling. This house has been completely restored to its original condition and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Homes.

10 | Davis House Entrepreneur E.L. Davis who built this stately brick house in 1894, held an early interest in the Bullion Lode, as well as numerous mining claims in the area. He owned all the land where the former Rio Grande Southern Train Depot now stands, as well as one-third interest in West Telluride. After Davis’s death, the house was sold to Dr. Oshner, who used it as a hospital, particularly during the 1918 flu epidemic.

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D | Miner’s Union Built by the Western Federation of Miners in 1901 as a result of a period of labor strikes and protests when unionized miners were denied health care at the local hospital.

E | Butch Cassidy Robbery Site By most accounts, Butch Cassidy was a minor player in his first bank robbery of San Miguel Valley Bank in 1889. The old bank burned and was replaced by the Mahr Building in 1892.

F | Pick & Gad Located in what was once Telluride’s red-light district, patrons were treated to music, food, wine and ladies in this brick “parlor house” if they wore a coat and tie.

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The cemetery is located on the east end of town on Colorado Avenue and offers a glimpse into Telluride’s history and the perils of its residents during the mining-boom era when avalanches, murders, flu epidemics, mining accidents and labor strikes took many lives.

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11 | L.L. Nunn House On the corner of Aspen and West Columbia, this white Victorian was bought by L.L. Nunn who financed the world’s first commercial A/C power plant, the Ames Hydroelectric Generating Plant. Nunn purchased the home for his Telluride Institute, where “pinheads” from Cornell University came to expand their knowledge of the production of power. Today, Cornell University has a “Telluride House” funded by Nunn’s estate. Next door, on the corner of Aspen Street and West Columbia, is the house in which Nunn lived.

12 | Rio Grande Southern Railway Depot Prior to the arrival of the railroad in 1891, oxen and mule trains, as well as horses, carried all supplies and ore into and out of the area. The introduction of the railroad created a bustling, noisy area surrounded by boardinghouses and warehouses. Ore was hauled out of the surrounding mines and became a major revenue generator for the Rio Grande Southern Railroad.

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13 | Finn Town

This stone jail is thought to have been built in 1885 and is now occupied by the Telluride Marshal’s Department. The town’s first calaboose, a wooden structure, was built in 1878 and is now located in Telluride Town Park’s campgrounds.

This area was the center of social life for Scandinavian immigrants. On the south side of Pacific Street, Finn Town Flats (originally a boardinghouse), Finn Hall and the smaller Swede-Finn Hall (pictured, and now the Elks Lodge on the corner of Pacific and Townsend) hosted many social gatherings. Continuing east, detour briefly up South Oak Street to the Dahl House, a miner’s rooming house built in the 1890s.

H | Penn Tram Towers At the turn of the century, the east end of the canyon was laced with the cables of aerial trams that lowered ore from the mines to mills in the valley below. These towers were part of the Penn Tram which conveyed ore from mines high above Telluride to the mills beyond Pandora.

I | Idarado Legacy Trail Plaques along this interpretive walk recount the mining legacy of Telluride’s east end. The trail ends at the Pandora Mill site with a stunning Bridal Veil Falls. | 855.421.4360 69 view of telluride.com

14 | Popcorn Alley The Senate, Silver Bell, Cribs and madam’s stone residences make up the restored buildings of Pacific Street’s “sporting district.” The Senate was one of the many places bustling with business between the 1880s and 1930s. The Silver Bell, built in 1890, suffered a disastrous fire in 1923. It operated as one of Telluride’s many “soda parlors” during Prohibition, and its numerous entrances hint at the other services offered there. The three small Victorian houses standing in a row on Pacific Street, known as the Cribs, are all that remain of the “female boarding houses” that lined both sides of West Pacific Street.

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GALLOPING GOOSE BUS LOOP • Loop runs every 15 minutes, 7am to 10pm • Designated stops every few blocks • Bus will drop off/pick up from any corner on the route. • D etailed schedules posted at bus stops telluride-co.gov/255/Bus-Schedule

TOWN OF MOUNTAIN VILLAGE PARKING & FREE BUS SERVICE Mtn. Village Center Station

PARKING A > $2 per hour; free after 6pm; no parking 2–6:30am. Mountain Village Station

D > Free 30-minute; no time limit after 6pm; no parking 2–6:30am. E > Free 1-hour parking; no parking 2-6:30 am. > Free daytime parking 6:30am– F 2am ; $25 overnight 2–6:30am, valid for 24 hours G > $2 per hour; $35 max for each 24-hour period

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FREE GONDOLA Telluride & Mountain Village are linked by a spectacular 13-minute ride. The Gondola is ADA, ski, snowboard, bicycle, stroller and pet accessible. • Nov. 17, 2023 to April 7, 2024 • Hours are 6:30 am to midnight* The Gondola has four stations: • TELLURIDE STATION Oak Street in the town of Telluride • SAN SOPHIA STATION Mid-mountain stop providing access to the resort’s trails and Allred’s • MOUNTAIN VILLAGE STATION Mountain Village Center • MARKET PLAZA STATION Gondola Parking Garage For more Gondola info, see page 17. *Schedule is subject to change. For the most current information see > townofmountainvillage.com/gondola

TRANSPORTATION WINTER 2023-24 FLIGHT MAP

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LOCAL / REGIONAL AIRPORTS Telluride TEX 970. 728. 8600 Montrose Regional MTJ 970. 249. 3203 Cortez Municipal CEZ 970. 565. 7458 Durango/La Plata Cnty DRO 970. 382. 6050 Grand Junction GJT 970. 244. 9100 PRIVATE FLIGHTS Helitrax Mountain Aviation Telluride Air Taxi Telluride Flights NetJets

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970. 728. 8377 303. 466. 3506 970. 343. 4SKY 970. 728. 1011 877. 356. 5823

Moab......................... 132 Salt Lake City.......... 366

Cortez..........................75 Denver...................... 330 Durango.................... 125 Grand Junction....... 127 Montrose.....................67

AIRPORT SHUTTLES & TAXIS Telluride Express 888. 212. 8294 Alpine Luxury Limo 970. 728. 8750 Mountain Limo 970. 728. 9606 RENTAL CARS Telluride Regional Airport: Hertz Montrose Regional Airport: Avis Budget Hertz National

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970. 369. 4995 800. 331. 1212 800. 527. 0700 800. 654. 3131 800. 227. 7368

Miles from Telluride Flagstaff.................... 341 Scottsdale................ 492 Phoenix..................... 475

Albuquerque............ 320 Farmington............... 144 Santa Fe................... 280

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Jet Straight to the Slopes Direct Jet Service to Telluride

Enjoy ski country’s easiest air service when you fly through PHX and DEN right into the Telluride Airport (TEX), just 10 minutes away from Telluride, Mountain Village and the slopes. Denver Air’s 30-passenger jet and renowned service and snacks will make your day!

National travelers can connect through United and American global networks by booking at www.United.com, www.American.com, or see all the options at www.Kayak.com or www.Expedia.com. For local flights from DEN and PHX to TEX, please book at www.DenverAirConnection.com.

The Telluride destination is served by two airports, Telluride (TEX) and Montrose (MTJ): TEX now offers daily service on Denver Air from Denver (DEN) and Phoenix (PHX), and MTJ offers nonstop flights from twelve national hubs on four major carriers this winter.

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Alpine Chapel 122 South Aspen Street Telluride 970.728.3504 Christ Presbyterian Church 434 West Columbia Avenue, Telluride 970.728.4536 St. Patrick’s Catholic Church 301 North Spruce Street, Telluride 970.728.3387 Telluride Christian Fellowship 100 East Columbia Avenue, Telluride 970.728.4864

Fuel Telluride 205 East Colorado, Telluride 970.708.1590 Kaiut Yoga Telluride 238 E. Colorado, 2nd Floor, Telluride 970.729.2354 Madeline Studio Madeline Hotel & Residences Mountain Village 970.369.8961 Mangala Yoga 333 West Colorado, Telluride 970.239.6169 Pilates Balance 168B Society Drive, Lawson Hill 970.729.0678 Practice Telluride Yoga & Pilates 317 East Colorado, Telluride 970.316.3097 Sequence Pilates and Core Align 700 West Colorado, Telluride 970.708.0717 Studio Telluride Authentic Pilates 135 South Spruce, Telluride 970.729.2336 Telluride Crossfit 137 Society Drive, Lawson Hill 970.519.1441 Telluride Gymnastics 137 Society Drive, Lawson Hill 970.728.4622 Telluride Yoga Center 395 East Colorado, Telluride 970.729.1673 The Peaks Resort & Spa 136 Country Club Drive, Mountain Village 970.728.6800

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Ah Haa School for the Arts Creative classes, camps and workshops 970.728.3886 Pinhead Institute Science-based educational experiences 300 South Mahoney, Telluride 970.369.5190 Telluride Rock and Roll Academy Lawson Hill, Telluride 970.708.1140 Wilkinson Public Library 100 West Pacific, Telluride 970.728.4519

COMMUNITY Telluride Historical Museum 201 West Gregory, Telluride 970.728.3344 Telluride Town Park & Recreation 970.728.2173 Wilkinson Public Library 100 West Pacific, Telluride 970.728.4519

ENTERTAINMENT Club Red / Conference Center 580 Mtn Village Blvd, Mountain Village 970.729.2279 Michael D. Palm Theatre 721 West Colorado, Telluride 970.369.5669 New Sheridan Bar 231 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.4351 Nugget Theatre 207 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3030 O’Bannon’s Irish Pub at Fly Me to the Moon Saloon 136 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.6139 Ride Lounge 135 East Colorado, Telluride 970.729.8912 Sheridan Opera House 110 North Oak, Telluride 970.728.6363 The Alibi 121 South Fir, Telluride 970.729.8930

Polished Fun 970.596.1974 Simplify 970.318.1881 Soirée Telluride 970.708.0297 Telluride Presents 970.708.0870 Telluride Unveiled 914.830.2238

TOURS Historical Tours of Telluride 970.728.6639 Telluride Historical Museum 201 West Gregory, Telluride 970.728.3344 Telluride Sleighs and Wagons Sleigh & wagon rides, stories & dinner 970.260.2524

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NEWSHERIDAN.COM

THE NEW SHERIDAN HOTEL has shared in the rich history of Telluride, Colorado since 1895. Offering modern amenities paired with historic ambiance, the New Sheridan invites you to experience a new level of old world service. The New Sheridan Hotel has served as Telluride’s social center since 1895. Located just two blocks from the gondola, the hotel’s location in the heart of downtown Telluride provides an ideal base for visitors. During an expansive renovation completed recently, the hotel’s 26 guest rooms received a luxurious transformation under the guidance of internationally renowned designer Nina Campbell. Each individually designed room captures the historic charm of Telluride in an atmosphere of warmth and comfort. On-site dining options include the renowned Chop House Restaurant & Wine Bar, The Rooftop Bar, The Parlor and the historic New Sheridan Bar, which was ranked among the world’s top 10 après ski bars by Forbes Traveler. The New Sheridan Hotel was also recognized by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler as one of the Top 5 “Best Places to Ski & Stay in North America” and was awarded the “2024 AAA Four Diamond Hotel” rating. The New Sheridan is proud to be on the Register of National Historic Places.

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ACCOMMODATIONS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Accommodations in Telluride

970.728.4831

Property Management of Telluride

970.369.1275

Alpine Lodging Telluride

970.728.3388 or 877.376.9769

Silver Star Luxury Properties

970.728.3001

AvantStay

833.442.8268

Telluride Luxury Rentals

970.728.0461

Cuvée

720.927.9438

Vacasa / Latitude 38 Vacation Rentals

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Exceptional Stays by Telluride Rentals

800.970.7541 or 970.728.5262

Vivid Vacation Rentals

970-708-0930

InvitedHome

720.537.1661

Welcome to Telluride

970.728.7049

iTrip Telluride

970.708.7551

Wildwood Canyon Inn LLC

970.369.1275

Lodging in Telluride

888.998.6471

Wild Oak Telluride

970.369.9323

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Dunton Townhouse Telluride

877.288.9922

Fall Line Condos Telluride

970.729.0736 or 970.729.1789

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Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer M. Village

888.728.3318

Hotel Columbia Telluride

970.728.0660 or 866.235.4514

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970.728.5678/728.2610 or 888.601.5678

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970.369.0880

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Manitou Lodge Telluride

970.728.3388 or 877.376.9769

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970.369.5000 or 866.368.6867

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970.728.1950 or 877.376.9769

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970.728.4351 or 800.200.1891

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970.728.6800/728.2651 or 800.789.2220

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River Club Telluride

970.728.3986 or 877.376.9769

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970.797.3404

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SPECIAL NOTES

Ah Haa School for the Arts 970.728.3886

Event, Gallery & Wedding Space

762+

120

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outdoor/indoor rooftop space

Elks Lodge 970.728.6362

Historic Swede-Finn Hall

1,700

250

200

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Il Salona 970.728.4046

Event Space

150

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Michael D. Palm Theatre 970.369.5669

Performing Arts Center

30,000

680

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New Sheridan American Room 800.200.1891 or 970.728.4351

Victorian-style Room

500

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Nugget Theatre 970.728.3030

Theatre

1,674

Sheridan Opera House 970.728.6363

Historic Theatre / Reception Space

1,400

Side Work 970.728.5618

Reception Room

900

TOWN OF TELLURIDE

SETTING

Telluride Town Park Core & Warming Hut 970.728.2173

Outdoors, Canopy, Picnic Tables

Town Park Pavilion 970.728.2173

Spacious Covered Pavilion

Wilkinson Public Library 970.728.4519

Program Room (small rooms also available)

BAR

AUDIO/VISUAL

IN-HOUSE CATERING

SEATED CAPACITY

SQUARE FOOTAGE

STANDING CAPACITY

VENUES

stage & outdoor deck adjoins Rustico Ristorante

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alcohol with special permit downtown Telluride

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186

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quaint, intimate

265

230

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intimate setting for gatherings

100

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liquor license, projector

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public can’t be excluded

26,000

300

available for private events

959

124

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downtown Telluride

150

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wedding packages avail.

TOWN OF MOUNTAIN VILLAGE Bear Creek Lodge 970.369.4900

Great Room

2,000

200

Gorrono Ranch Telluride Weddings & Events 970.728.7446

Mountain Ranch

6,000

200

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Madeline Hotel & Residences 970.369.0880

Idarado Ballroom

Mountain Lodge at Telluride 970.369.5000

Peaks Resort and Spa 800.789.2220 or 970.728.6800

3,315

270

210

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Mountain Village core

Jasper Room

676

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Mountain Village core

Reflection Plaza

6,240

400

200+

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outdoor venue

Hospitality Suite

1,800

50+

35+

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plus 1,200 sq. ft. deck

Summit Room (summer only)

574

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near Tell. Conf. Center

Mt. Emma Room

500

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easy gondola access

Appaloosa Lounge

1,682

100

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casual cocktail room

Big Billie Ballroom

2,046

225

140

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Crystal Room

1,600

163

100

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floor to ceiling windows

Great Room Deck

1,440

125

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Legends Restaurant

2,790

250

160

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Mt. Wilson Terrace

7,900

350

200

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Palmyra Deck

1,508

150

100

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Liberty Bell and Golden Slipper Rooms

Telluride Conference Center 970.728.7590

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Palmyra Restaurant

1,980

225

180

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Mountain Village Ballroom

6,069

890

564

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22,000 total sq. ft. indoors

Klammer Boardroom

732

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55,000 sq. ft. outdoor plaza

Fallon Room

367

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voice/data circuits

Chipeta Room

312

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1,189

100

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Mezzanine St. Sophia Ceremony Site 970.728.7446

no private vehicles

Top of the Gondola on the Ski Resort

outdoor venue

RUSTIC MOUNTAIN RETREATS Alta Lakes Observatory 970.239.0027

Rustic Mountain Lodge

2,200

High Camp Hut 970.708.3786

High Mountain Hut

2,500

walk 2.5 miles from hwy.

Schmid Family Ranch 970.901.6830

Rustic Setting at base of Wilson Peak

two cabins, summer only

PEAKS RESORT ©

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The Village Market is a full-service grocery store offering fresh produce, quality fresh-made deli, in store seating area with fabulous views, full-service butcher and seafood counter, complete grocery selection including natural and organics, health and beauty/vitamins/supplements, and fresh floral dept.

We also offer a large selection of beer, wine and spirits at Spirits at Mountain Village, located within The Village Market. (970) 633-4700 • Open 365 Days-A-Year 455 Mountain Village Blvd • Mountain Village, Colorado

Go to thevillagemarkets.com for online ordering options. Putting good food on your table since 1967.

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Telluride Music Co. 333 West Colorado #2, Telluride 970.728.9592

Telluride Toggery 109 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3338 The North Face Heritage Plaza, Mountain Village 970.369.0332 Two Skirts 127 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.6828 Western Rise 100 West Colorado Unit E, Telluride 855.981.7473

Bella Fine Goods 213 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.2880 Crossbow Leather & Hats 101 West Colorado, Telluride 970.729.9210 Elinoff & Co. 204 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.5566 Lustre, an Artisan Gallery By appointment 970.728.3355 Medicine Ranch 615 West Pacific, Telluride 970.728.6084 Mixx 307 East Colorado, Telluride 970.797.4040 Scarpe 250 East Pacific, Telluride 970.728.1513 Slate Gray Gallery 130 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3777 Sunglasses HQ & Optical 201 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.9119 Telluride Room Heritage Plaza, Mountain Village 970.728.7357 The Gordon Collection 220 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.1443

Alt Vibes Relaxation Lounge 307 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.9515 Cashmere Red 221 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.8088 Crossbow Leather & Hats 101 West Colorado, Telluride 970.729.9210 Denimaxx 217 West Colorado, Telluride 435.731.9666 Down To Earth 236 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.9316 Fuel Telluride 205 East Colorado, Telluride 970.708.1590 FP Movement Madeline Hotel, Mountain Village 267.541.8750 Heritage Apparel Heritage Plaza, Mountain Village 970.728.7340 Lucchese Bootmaker Madeline Hotel, Mountain Village 970.538.7531 Overland Sheepskin & Leather 100 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.9700 Paradise Resort Wear 218 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.8786 Patagonia 200 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.4303 Scarpe 250 East Pacific, Telluride 970.728.1513 Shirtworks of Telluride 126 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.6242 Society 126 East Colorado, Telluride 970.708.4067 Sublime 126 West Colorado #102A, Telluride 970.728.7974

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Elinoff & Co. Gallerists & Jewelers 204 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.5566 Gold Mountain Gallery 135 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3460 Lustre, an Artisan Gallery By appointment 970.728.3355 Mixx 307 East Colorado, Telluride 970.797.4040 Red Dirt 201 West Colorado, Telluride 901.857.5828 Rinkevich Gallery Centrum Bldg., 618 Mountain Village Blvd Mountain Village Center 415.516.2055 Schilling Studio Gallery 542 West Galena Avenue, Telluride artify@schillingstudio.com Slate Gray Gallery 130 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3777 Tellurado Studio 219 East Colorado, Telluride 970.239.6440 Telluride Arts Headquarters & Gallery 220 West Colorado, Telluride 224 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3930 The Gordon Collection 220 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.1443 Tony Newlin Gallery 100 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.8084 Woof! Gallery 134 East Colorado, Telluride 970.708.0135

Azadi Rugs 213 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.4620 Bella Fine Goods 213 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.2880 Hook 226 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.1087 Mixx 307 East Colorado, Telluride 970.797.4040 Sage House Designs 150 East Pacific, Telluride 970.708.4044 Slate Gray Gallery 130 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3777 The Gordon Collection 220 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.1443 Tweed Interiors 151 South Pine, Telluride 970.728.8186 T.Karn Imports 394 West Colorado, Telluride 970.708.4350

BANKS Alpine Bank 120 South Pine, Telluride 970.728.5050 ANB Bank 101 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.8060 Chase Bank 398 West Colorado, Telluride 970.239.5025 Citizens State Bank 215 West San Juan, Unit C2, Telluride 970.729.8199 113 Lost Creek Lane, Unit D, M. Village 970.239.1030 567 Mountain Village Blvd., # Unit 103, Mountain Village (ATM Only) U.S. Bank 238 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.2000 Wells Fargo (ATM only) 114 East Colorado, Telluride 800.869.3557 telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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Animal Hospital of Telluride 678 South Park Road, Ilium 970.728.1082 / 708.4359 (after hours) Dirt Dawg 215 East Colorado, Unit 1, Telluride 970.239.6448 Mobile Unit One Veterinary Service 970.708.1512 PET Telluride 238 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.2095 Tricks & Treats Pet Sitting Service 970.708.5205

Between the Covers Bookshop 214 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.4504

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HARDWARE Alpine Lumber 140 Society Dr., Lawson Hill 970.728.4388 Timberline Ace Hardware 200 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3640

OFFICE SERVICES Happy Print 307 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.6525 Paper Chase 204 Society Drive, Lawson Hill 970.728.0235 Ship It/Copy It 125 West Pacific #2B, Telluride 970.728.8111 Telluride Storage 650 South Park Road, Illium 970.728.1747

THRIFT SHOPS Sit, Stay, Shop! 335 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.1100

TOYS Between the Covers Bookshop 214 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.4504 Enchanted Forest Toy Shoppe 150 West Pacific, Telluride 970.239.6112 Scarpe 250 East Pacific, Telluride 970.728.1513

GROCERY & MARKETS

LIQUOR STORES

Clark’s Market 700 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3124 Over the Moon 223 South Pine, Telluride 970.728.2079 Telluride Truffle Artisan Chocolate 135 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.9565 The Market at Telluride 157 South Fir, Telluride 970.728.8958 The Village Market 455 Mtn. Village Blvd, M. Village 970.633.4700

Mountain Village Wine Merchant 622 M. Village Blvd. #100, M. Village 970.615.1077 Spirits at Mountain Village 455 Mtn. Village Blvd., M. Village 970.728.6500 Telluride Bottleworks 129 West San Juan, Telluride 970.728.5553 Telluride Brewing Company 156 Society Drive, Lawson Hill 970.728.5094 Telluride Distilling Company Franz Klammer Breezeway, M. Village 970.728.2910 Telluride Liquors 123 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3380 Wine Mine at Pacific Street Liquors 220 South Davis, Telluride 970-728-WINE

PHARMACIES Medicine Ranch (CBD) 615 West Pacific, Telluride 970.728.6084 Sunshine Pharmacy 333 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.3601 Franz Klammer Breezeway, M. Village 970.728.3601

FLORISTS China Rose Florists & Greenhouse 158 Society Drive, Lawson Hill 970.728.4169 Flowers by Ella 359 East Colorado Telluride 720-900-7488

BEAUTY / SPA

DISPENSARIES Alpine Wellness Center 300 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.1834 Green Dragon 119 West Colorado 970.422.1422 Telluride Bud Company 135 South Spruce, Telluride 970.239.6039 Telluride Green Room 250 South Fir, Telluride 970.728.7999

Absolutely Oxygen Bar 100 West Colorado #231, Telluride 970.708.8998 Alchëmy Salon 300 Mahoney, #13C, Telluride 970.708.8048 Alt Vibes Relaxation Lounge 307 East Colorado, Telluride 970.728.9515 Aveda Telluride Spa 250 West San Juan, Telluride 970.728.0630 Breathe Skin & Body Centrum Bldg., Mountain Village 970.497.0019 Gabrielle Chamberlain Makeup Artist 100 West Colorado #231, Telluride 970.657.3366 Hair 9 Salon 201 West Colorado, Telluride 970.708.7139 Healthy Glow Face & Body 100 West Colorado, Telluride 970.708.7424 Himmel Boutique Spa & Retail Fairmont Franz Klmr., Mountain Village 970.728.7113 Moxie Loft 226 West Colorado, Telluride 480.270.2864 Pearl Aesthetic Medicine 126 West Colorado #202, Telluride 970.728.7939 Pure Beauty Wellness Spa / Salt Cave 333 West Colorado, Telluride 970.239.6144 Spa Boutique at the Peaks Resort 136 Country Club Dr., Mountain Village 970.728.6800 Studio G Total Skin Wellness 145 West Pacific #1E, Telluride 970.728.8700 The Spa & Salon at Madeline 568 Mtn. Village Blvd., Mountain Village 970.369.8961 Two Skirts 127 West Colorado, Telluride 970.728.6828 YX Salon 135 South Spruce, Telluride telluride.com | 855.421.4360

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Jewelry in Gold, Diamonds & Notable Gems

Gallerists and Jewelers

204 West Colorado Avenue 970.728.5566 Telluride’s Oldest, Continuously Owned Business - Established 1991

All Designs Trademarked, Copyrighted or Pending and Patented U.S. Design Patent No. D997,772

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DINING & SPIRITS

SAVOR THE

NEW SHERIDAN AD WHATEVER YOUR PALATE MAY BE, our tailored menus will serve you. Select from one of our fine establishments and delight in some of the best cuisine in the West. Dine in style at our signature restaurant, the Chop House – world renowned for its dry aged USDA Black Angus. We create our delicious fare using only organic free range fowl, non-threatened fish species and local ingredients. Pair a red or white from Telluride’s only nitrogen wine bar with a scrumptious meal for an unforgettable experience.

FAVORITES FROM BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT / 18 Poached Eggs, Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce, Roasted New Potatoes FRENCH TOAST / 16 Fresh Berries, Maple Syrup FRENCH ONION SOUP / 17 Carmelized Onions, Gruyére Cheese CHOP HOUSE WEDGE SALAD / 17 Tomato, Egg, Chopped Bacon, Croutons, Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing MAC & CHEESE / 17 Andouille Sausage, Spring Onions, Gouda Smoked Mornay Sauce

ROCKY MOUNTAIN TROUT SALAD / 21 Pistachio Encrusted Trout, Spinach, Warm Bacon-Sherry Mustard Vinaigrette, Crostini, Poached Egg TURKEY CLUB / 17 Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Rémonlade, Baguette CHOP HOUSE STEAK BURGER / 26 Cheddar, Gruyère or Blue Cheese STEAMED MUSSELS / 28 Coconut-Ginger Broth, Thai Chili, Lemongrass, Grilled Baguette

SEARED SCALLOPS / 52 Roasted Cauliflower, Carrot Pureé, Mushrooms, Brown Butter Vinaigrette CRISPY TOFU / 52 Peppers, Carrots, Onion, Broccoli, Snap Peas, Bok Choy, Jasmine Rice, Sesame, Chili Sauce PRIME NEW YORK STRIP 15oz / 69 DRY AGED BISON RIBEYE 20oz / 82 COLORADO RACK OF LAMB 12oz / 64 FILET MIGNON 10oz / 69 Seasonal menu. Items and pricing subject to change.

THE NEW SHERIDAN HOTEL has shared in the rich history of Telluride, Colorado since 1895. Offering modern amenities paired with historic ambiance, the New Sheridan invites you to experience a new level of old world service. ADDRESS: 231 West Colorado Ave., Telluride, Colorado 81435 TELEPHONE 800.200.1891 or 970.728.4351 • NEWSHERIDAN.COM

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Official Guide to Telluride & Mountain Village / Winter 2023/24

Articles inside

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

SUMMERTIME

FUN FOR ALL

A MOUNTAIN TALE

OPEN FOR BUSINESS

A TELLURIDE GATHERING

MORE THAN A STORE

The Scene / Dining

HAUTE CUISINE High Altitude

A SPRINKLING OF CHEER

The Scene / Arts

MOUNTAIN WOMEN

MAGIC ON ICE

ENCHANTED SPACES

A WINTER WONDERLAND

Behind the Scenes

How To Visit Right

TWO TOWNS, ONE LOVE

INSPIRING PEOPLE