SPONSOR LISTINGS
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Durango
Downtown
Inn
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| Conveniently located, our hotel offers guests easy access to area shopping, various dining outlets and unique art galleries. The world famous Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is within walking distance located just 5 short blocks from the hotel. |
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Lightner Creek Inn
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999 Lightner Creek Road
800-268-9804
www.lightnercreekinn.com
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| Just five minutes to the best restaurants in Durango, but a million miles into a dream. The Lightner Creek Inn Bed and Breakfast is situated across from the Peregrine falcon sanctuary and adjacent to an elk preserve in Durango, Colorado |
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Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
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479 Main Ave
866.394.4198
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The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28.
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Trimble Hot Springs
970-247-0111
trimblehotsprings.com
6475 C. Road 203
Our naturally heated mineral waters and more than 20 therapeutic massage and spa treatments make simple pleasures come to life in a relaxed setting. |
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Durango - One of America's Top Ski Towns
A trip to Durango isn't complete without some memorable meals at a few of our unique, local restaurants. As you're enjoying the sights, try something new, or ask a local which restaurants are their favorites, you'll be surprised at all the fine dining that Durango has to offer.
You may not know that on top of historical sights and old west experiences, Durango also has a wide variety of shops and boutiques to satisfy your shopping bug. Be sure to check out some of these shops and get some great souvenirs to remember your trip to Durango!
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Hesperus Ski Patrol's Ski Swap, Nov 4-6 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. New and used ski and snowboard equipment, clothing, ski passes and more at the fairgrounds. Check-in Friday 1-6PmPick up Sunday 8AM to noon. 970-259-2820 Learn More
Durango Turkey Trot, November 24
Singing with Santa & Holiday Tree Lighting, November 25
Festival of Trees Dec. 2-4, Located at the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Museum. Activities include a silent auction of decorated trees and wreaths. You could win one of these coveted trees, ornaments, gifts, skirt, and travel bag valued at over $400 by entering the drawing ($10/3 tickets).
Holiday Arts Show, December 1-2, Fairgrounds.
36th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival, Dec. 2-4, 970-247-2117 or www.durango.org
Barbershoppers' FREE Christmas Concert, Dec. 13, Joined by the Durango Children's Chorale at the Main Mall.
Bar D Wranglers Christmas, Dec. 15, Old favorites and new at the Community Concert Hall at FLC.
The Eight: Reindeer Monologues, Dec. 16, A dark, dark Christmas comedy (mature subject matter), at the DAC Theater.
BrewSki Demofest, Dec. 17 & 18, 2011, Durango Mountain Resort, Bring winter sports and local craft beer together for one exciting weekend. Try out new winter sports equipment like snowshoes, backcountry packs and avalanche gear, demo alpine skis and snowboards, then savor delicious samples of local award-winning craft beers. Durango Mountain Resort will also host avalanche clinics throughout the weekend.
Kids Night Out, December 29, 31, Jan 14, Feb 18, March 10 & March 14. Snow Monster's Den, Let our fun/qualified/licensed staff watch the kids while you have some fun on/around Durango Mountain Resort!
The Polar Express, November 18 - December 28, The Polar Express comes to life when the train
departs the Durango depot for a round-trip journey to the North Pole. Call for specific excursion dates.
Evening Snowshoe Tours, Dec. 23, Meet at the Winter Adventure Center on the plaza at Durango Mountain Resort. 970-385-2147 Learn More
New Year's Eve Presidential Train, December 31, Enjoy a festive evening on board a turn-of-thecentury
train. Entertainment and a cash bar.
Noel Night, December 9, Downtown open late with refreshments, music and Santa.
www.downtowndurango.org
Winterfest, Jan. 14-16, 2012, Durango Mountain Resort, Winterfest is a fun event that gives snow enthusiasts of all ages opportunities to experience new winter activities, such as ice climbing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and more. Events are hosted at Durango Mountain Resort and sponsored by Backcountry Experience.
Snowdown Winter Festival.Feb. 1-5, 2012, Durango Mountain Resort, This premier winter festival dating back to 1979, brings together the entire Durango community to celebrate winter. The theme changes annually, and there are more than 60 different events, with new activities being added every year. Events include an evening parade, Ski Softball Tournament, Snowdown Balloon Rally, wine tasting, beard growing contest, Snowdown Follies, Bed Race, a fireworks show and more. The festival's events have become favorites of locals and visitors alike.
Durango Independent Film Festival February 29 - March 4, 2012
Visit www.durango.org or call 800.525.8855 for more info.
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1. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been in continuous operation since 1881 and has appeared in more than a dozen movies including How the West was Won (1963) and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969).
2. Durango's name comes from the basque word "Urango" meaning "Water Town".
3. Durango enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year!
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A winter paradise in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort is the perfect family vacation destination known for it's unmatched scenery, terraced terrain ideal for all abilities, and a town that offers a slice of history. With 1200 skiable acres, two terrain parks and a children's specific play area, the mountain has something for all members of the family. And the resort community continues to grow with additions and upgrades to Purgatory Village and on the mountain. |
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CLOSEST TOWNS:
Durango
Telluride
Pagosa Springs
Silverton
SEASON - November 2011
HOURS - 9am-4pm
ELEVATION
Peak - 10,822 ft.
Base - 8,793 ft.
Vertical Rise - 2,029 ft.
TERRAIN & SERVICES
Beginner 23%
Intermediate 51%
Advanced/Expert 26%
Skiable Acres 1,200
Number of Trails 85
Longest Trail 2.5 miles
Terrain Parks 2
Total Lifts 10
Avg Annual Snowfall - 260 inches
Avg Days of Sun per Year - 300 days
ADDRESS
Durango Mountain
#1 Skier Place
Durango, CO 81301
MILES FROM DENVER - 330
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MOUNTAIN DINING
Take in amazing scenic views at the Mountain Top Café, Backside Bistro,
featuring regional cuisine, locally brewed beers, wine and 360 degrees of the San Juan Mountains.
Reservations are recommended.
LESSONS
Ski School: 3 years and up.
Daycare: 2 months and up.
Lessons: Alpine, snowboarding, telemark, advanced, women's clinics, snowbiking.Of Note: 3 to 4-year-olds are taught on special nordic skis that attach to their snowboots. Contact: Ski School, 970.385.2149; Daycare, 970.247.9000 x11501.
FYI
Purgatory is proud to announce the Ambassadors Glade, new tree-skiing terrain on the front side of the mountain. This expansion follows last year's addition of 125 acres of new, expert terrain on the back side of the mountain.
BIGGEST EVENT
SNOWDOWN (Last weekend of January): A week-long winter festival featuring wild games, hilarious costumes and the huge Snowdown Parade on Main Street.
APRES SPOT
Saddle up slopeside with the locals at the new Purgy's Day Lodge bar and sip on locally made beer from Ska and Steamworks. Or head to the Old Schoolhouse and get tips on the best spots for tomorrow from Purg Ski Patrol and Instructors.
ALTERNATE DAY
Give your legs a break and take a trip into history on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. The winter train departs Durango and travels the same route miners and cowboys used over a century ago deep into the wilderness of the San Juan Mountains. www.durangotrain.com |
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Ice Pirates Snowmobiling
(970) 247-3706
www.dgoicepirates.com
Southwestern Colorado's premier snowmobile touring outfitter! We are located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, high above Durango and Silverton, Colorado. Our outpost is situated at the top of Molas Pass, 16 miles north of Durango Mountain Ski Resort.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
479 Main Ave., Durango
866.394.4198
Trimble Hot Springs
970-247-0111
www.trimblehotsprings.com
6475 C. Road 203
Our naturally heated mineral waters and more than 20 therapeutic massage and spa treatments make simple pleasures come to life in a relaxed setting.
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad & Museum
970.247.2733 or www.durangotrain.com.
Hot Springs
Trimble Hot Springs located just six miles outside of Durango is a National Historic Site with day spa facilities. 970.247.0111.
San Juan Skyway
A 236 mile, breathtaking loop of paved, state maintained highways through the San Juan Mountains. A designated "All-American Road".
Mesa Verde National Park
Ancient Ancestral Puebloan Cliff Dwellings. A UNESCO World Heritage site, open year-round.
Historic Downtown Durango
Award-winning restaurants, eclectic art galleries, historic hotels and a host of special events. 970.247.3500 or www.durango.org.
Hassle Free Sports
2615 Main Avenue,
800-835-3800 / info@hasslefreesports.com
www.hasslefreesports.com
We are committed to provide our customers with the best in bike and ski products at the greatest values and with the highest standards in customer service.
We've been supplying skiers and bikers in Southwest Colorado since 1977.
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DIRECTIONS BY CAR
150 miles from Grand Junction via US 50 and US 550; 237 miles from Albuquerque via NM 44 and US 550; 330 miles from Denver via US 285, US 160 and US 550.
DIRECTIONS BY AIR
Direct flights to Durango La Plata County Airport arrive daily from Denver on United Express and Frontier from Phoenix on US Airways. | |
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