tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18097423483277068072024-03-12T22:50:21.873-06:00Steamboat Snow, Activities, & Weather Report by the ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals TeamWe are <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com">ResortQuest Steamboat's</a> ski bums, bike bums, raft bums; runners, hikers, kayakers; fishermen, horsemen, outdoorsmen; and Steamboat Springs explorers. This blog is an opportunity for the ResortQuest Steamboat local team, guest and owners to tell the world what <i>they think</i> of current ski conditions, trails, weather, and the adventurous lifestyle in Steamboat.Katy Martinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08241932218821021057noreply@blogger.comBlogger152125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-23349854244590188512011-03-30T09:35:00.000-06:002011-03-30T09:35:55.342-06:00400 Plus Inches of Snow- Steamboat Powder Morning<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> just announced that <span style="font-size: large;"><b>Steamboat has officially received over 400 inches of snow snow snow!</b></span> And as soon as we announced that total, Mother Nature decided 400 inches was not enough and gave Steamboat another 9 inches just to top it off!<br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">I spent yesterday morning in all that brand new snow and it was, to put it mildly, soo soo soo much fun! Some of my favorite days in a ski season can occur the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">last few days the ski resort is open </a>- this morning was one of them. The snow was soft, the snowflakes were perfect and it was perfect with so many runs of perfect untouched snow! This morning was foggy but the sun has already burned through any left over storm clouds and the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-skiing-snowboarding.htm">Steamboat skiers and riders</a> are playing in fresh pow with gorgeous sunshine! Here is what all 400 plus inches of Steamboat powder looked like!<br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/images/springalicous-steamboat.jpg" /></a><span id="goog_114895662"></span><span id="goog_114895663"></span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">There is still plenty of time to come play in Steamboat's white Spring powder conditions! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">Springalicious </a>is tasty with <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">discounted lodging</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">discounted lift tickets</a>- <b>you get 4 days for $100 bucks!</b> and there is plenty of <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">free music</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">closing weekend events</a> and sunshine and beers! Get to Steamboat for <b>Springalicious spring!</b></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-77116413341277675092011-03-09T15:35:00.000-07:002011-03-09T15:35:18.639-07:00Insider Snow Report: 350" Inches of Snow and Keep It Coming!<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">With only about a month left in the <b>2010/2011 Ski Season</b>, Mother Nature has given <a href="http://steamboatvacationrentals.blogspot.com/2011/03/steamboat-snow-record-2011-350-inches.html"><b>Steamboat 350" inches of snow</b></a> so far this year and we're telling her to keep it coming! Read more about our <a href="http://steamboatvacationrentals.blogspot.com/2011/03/steamboat-snow-record-2011-350-inches.html">350" Inch milestone!</a> </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Tony U. is our front desk manager at our <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/complex.html?ID=5">Torian Plum property</a> and he made it out for some incredible ski runs yesterday when we received almost a foot of powder by the end of the day yesterday (3/8/2011). Here is his insider tips...</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"> "Yesterday, we woke up with 2 inches of fresh powder that had turned into nearly a foot by the day's end, and then the sun came out! So the 3 o'clock shift change came around, and I grabbed the Helmet Camera from its shelf and hustled up for a couple of late day ski runs on the Steamboat Ski Area. Steamboat is now open with their <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/03/springalicious-spring-skiing-at.html">Spring Hours</a> <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/03/springalicious-spring-skiing-at.html">(read more)</a>, which means that upper mountain lifts run later, some as late as 4:15, and Christie Peak Express runs til <b>4:30</b>! </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">As I reached the top of the <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/03/springalicious-spring-skiing-at.html">Steamboat Gondola</a>, the upper mountain was still socked in so I did a quick run on Rudi's Run on down to catch the last few chairs on Burgess Creek Lift. As I reached the top of Burgess Creek Lift, the glorious sun beckoned me towards Vagabond, and I followed two old-school locals down the sweet powder stash that frames the top of Upper Concentration over towards old Arrowhead lift line. Not being an expert on the teles yet, I chickened out on the Arrowhead stash and bailed onto Vagabond, which, though skied over, was amazingly good for 4:15pm. Not bad for an after-work break!" - Tony U.</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="95" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/images/springalicous-steamboat.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">This spring will be gracing us with <b>Epic Spring conditions</b> so make sure you do not miss the Spring Party- <b style="color: magenta;">its called <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/cardboard-classic.htm">Springalicious</a></b>. We're even selling<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm"> $99 four day lift tickets</a>- seriously its going to be a party! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm">Book now!</a></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-15074801295762257202011-03-03T11:54:00.003-07:002011-03-03T11:55:59.830-07:00Springalicious Spring Skiing at Steamboat Ski Resort 2011<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">We've made it through an incredibly snowy, deep, exhilarating winter and the first signs of spring are beginning to show around here in <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-springs/index.htm">Steamboat Springs</a>! The temperatures are getting a little warmer, the days have been staying lighter longer, the sun has been brilliant- perfect for those<b> long days of skiing</b>. <span style="color: magenta;">Spring is </span><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm" style="color: magenta;">Springalicious</a><span style="color: magenta;"> in Steamboat!</span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="color: magenta; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Top Reasons Why We Love Spring Skiing? </b></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Glad you asked- other than the warm sunny afternoons perfect for happy hour, getting together with friends and family after some killer runs, live music and apres deals there are also these:</div><div style="color: magenta; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b style="color: magenta;">1. Extended Spring Ski Hours! </b> The sun is hanging out a littler longer each day and with that means more minutes to ski the day away. The Spring lift operating hours went into effect February 26th at the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> providing up to an additional 30 minutes to enjoy the slopes. With the extended spring hours, Morningside and Pony Express chairlifts will now close at<b> 3:30pm;</b> Storm Peak Express, Sundown Express and Sunshine Express at <b>3:45pm;</b> Burgess Creek, South Peak and Thunderhead Express at<b> 4:00pm;</b> and Elkhead at <b>4:15pm. </b>Check the daily grooming sheet for daily lift status as some lifts may close based on business levels for that day. See a <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort Map</a><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/images/Wailers_pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="160" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/images/Wailers_pic.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b style="color: magenta;">2. Springalicious Ski Events</b>: The final ski weeks in April are packed with <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/bud-light-rocks-the-boat.htm">live music</a> from big names like <b>Los Lonely Boys</b>, <b>Katchafire</b>, and <b>the Wailers</b>- these <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/bud-light-rocks-the-boat.htm">outdoor free concerts </a>are at the base of the gondola with beer sales, band merchandise tents. Grab your friends and get your groove on off the mountain! </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-nTs4HqRZfVg/TW_i9Na9mSI/AAAAAAAAAfg/Lpme1hGJW2E/s1600/Jim+closeup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="132" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-nTs4HqRZfVg/TW_i9Na9mSI/AAAAAAAAAfg/Lpme1hGJW2E/s200/Jim+closeup.jpg" width="200" /></a>The final week of the <b>Ski Resort's 2010/11</b> season also hosts unique events like the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm"><b> splashdown pond skim and the cardboard classic.</b></a> If you are brave enough to face the frigid waters of a barely above freezing pool in the attempts to skim across it and make safe to the other side then this is your sport! Otherwise grab a good spot and get ready for this hilarious event! </div><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>3. This is the best one: <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm"><span style="color: magenta;">Springalicious Lodging and $99 4-day lift tickets! </span></a></b>Stay with <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest</a> for your spring fling trip and you'll get<b> 20% off 2 + nights and you'll 4 days of lift tickets for only $99 dollars.</b> How awesome is that! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html">Book now</a> and get your spring skiing underway!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/springalicious.htm"><img border="0" height="45" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-winter-events/images/Book-springalicious.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</tbody></table>While there has been some talk recently about this latest <b>Steamboat winter storm</b>, I personally was not expecting much. The jet stream is bringing large amounts of the moisture out of the south west, which typically favors Southern Colorado. Steamboat really gets hit real hard when the jet stream come from the West or North West. Steamboat which is located in Northern Colorado, somehow still seems to get large amounts of snow. <b>This is why Steamboat is the best</b>. <b> And what fell this morning was lots of powder.</b> Read <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/02/surprise-powder-day-in-steamboat.html">part one of the Powder Surprise</a>!</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">I met up with 4 other friends this morning at about 11:15 am. I had a 2 hour break to ski. I was quite skeptical of the conditions half expecting what locals call “dust on crust.” These <b>“dust on crust” conditions</b> occur after several days of warm weather melting and freezing the existing snow as the days go by. Then when you get a couple inches this creates a layer of soft snow above a very hard layer. Hence the name “dusts on crust.” It creates inconsistent snow which can get very nerve racking to skiers and riders. <b>But I was presently surprised by the snow that had fallen last night and this morning. </b> About 15 inches fell according to my “ski pole” measurements. No crust allowed. <b>What a treat.</b> Even after hitting the slopes late we had some surprise “freshies.” There was no one on the mountain so we just tore the runs up. Many times we all turned to each other and said “wow, what a surprise powder day.” One of the best days yet. See a <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Map.</a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Get to Steamboat to get your "best day yet."</b> Don't worry when you book with <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest Steamboat</a> you not only get <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">great lodging deals</a> but you also get the best <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm">accommodations in Steamboat</a>!</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Will is also part of the expert reservations team at ResortQuest and is happy to help you <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/contact.htm">find the best accommodations for your needs.</a> He is also an avid powder hound and loves the Steamboat Powder. <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/02/surprise-powder-day-in-steamboat.html"><b>Read part one</b></a> of the surprise Steamboat powder to get the other view on the conditions!</i></span></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-22306066287096186882011-02-17T15:20:00.005-07:002011-02-17T15:43:56.466-07:00Surprise Powder Day in Steamboat Springs- Part One<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Not all surprises are good ones but if a surprise involves powder then its going to be a good day! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The <b>5 am snow report</b> for the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort </a>said that we had received 3” of new snow overnight. I became slightly skeptical of this figure when I went out side to start my car this around 7am and it was covered in at least 4”…in town. Usually if we get that much in town then the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Ski Resort </a>is sure to be covered in fluff. I decided today, it looked like it would be a good day to take a ski break. Around 11am, I met a few co-workers at the gondola and headed up. The further up the gondola climbed the more the snow started dumping outside. When we finally reached the top of storm peak we discovered that we had actually received about 7” of fresh powder! See the current <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/weather.htm">weather and snow </a>forecast. Read <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/02/surprise-sleeper-freshies-steamboat.html">Surprise Powder Part 2</a><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mLJVwDaBh9w/TV2e_78CCmI/AAAAAAAAAe4/1HQi_5H9LYU/s1600/steamboat-powder.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mLJVwDaBh9w/TV2e_78CCmI/AAAAAAAAAe4/1HQi_5H9LYU/s320/steamboat-powder.JPG" width="320" /></a>We started by cutting across Buddy’s run to Chute 1 and down to Flying Z. From there we shot down Drop Out and headed over to the Pony Express chair lift to see if we could find some fresh lines. This ended up being the best decision we could have made. As we charged through the trees and open fields we plowed through pillows of powder up to our waists! We reached the bottom of the hill around 12:30 and headed back to work, totally refreshed from our surprise powder day. See a <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Ski Trails Map.</a><br />
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Get to Steamboat and you'll always be able to <b>find good snow conditions</b>! Book with <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest Steamboat</a> for great <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm">lodging accommodations</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/TravelingAroundSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">free shuttles</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-concierge/">concierge services</a> and resort amenities at all our properties. Book your winter stay today!</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>J.D.wrote <b>part one</b> of our surprise powder day! He is one of our lodging experts at ResortQuest Steamboat. <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/contact.htm">Contact</a> him today to book your perfect unit and get up to date ski conditions! <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2011/02/surprise-sleeper-freshies-steamboat.html"><b> Read Part 2!</b></a></i></span></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-17157396716204790922011-02-09T17:04:00.000-07:002011-02-09T17:04:09.738-07:00Steamboat Ski Resort Hits 300 Inches of Snow Mark for the 2010/2011 Season<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Did everyone get the snow report, the powder alert, the snow memo and the call to all Powder Hounds? </b> <br />
The latest storm that came barrelling through <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat</a> not only made the weekend have good powder conditions but Steamboat received over<b> 3 FEET of snow </b>over 4 days that just made everyone giggly for powder! This storm also pushed us over the <b>300" of snow </b>mark for the 2010-2011 season! That is what a Steamboat Powder Morning is all about!</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">These are the kind of storms that justifies <b>Steamboat's Champagne Powder®</b> Trademark- its feet and feet of the fluffiest, lightest and softest snow you can imagine. Champagne Powder directly translates to floating. And if you have ever felt this sensation it instantly brings a smile to your face. </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
According to a press release the Steamboat Ski Resort sent out on 2/8/2011, The resort is reporting a whopping 88-inch base at mid-mountain and 113-inch base at the summit on powder conditions. "The largest summit base ever recorded was during the 1995/96 season when 125 topped the stake. For the month of February, the largest summit base tallied was 124 also in 1995/96. During the last six 400+ snow years, the year-to-date tally as of Feb. 8th was 250.25” in 2008/09; 363” in 2007/08; 327” in 2005/06; 344.25” in 1996/97; 298” in 1995/96 and 226.25” in 1992/93." So needless to say the powder is piling up!</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>So while the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> is counting the inches and we are taking powder shots, all you need to do is</b></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"> get to Steamboat because the </span>skiing is EPIC.<br />
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</b></span></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-19578796174632832092011-02-02T16:06:00.000-07:002011-02-02T16:06:48.765-07:00What To Do In Steamboat Springs When It's TOO Cold<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Experiencing the freezing weather blues? Don't worry Steamboat has tons of activities to do all winter that don't include freezing outside. And being a <b><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest Steamboat</a> guest</b> you are able to speak to our excellent <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-concierge/">concierge to set up reservations</a> or to get more information on these activities or ideas. <br />
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<b>Snow Bowl</b> is Steamboat's only bowling alley that serves up lane fulls of fun! It's a fabulous way to spend the day. Every kid loves bowling and the bowling at Snow Bowl isn’t going to break the bank. They have a snack bar to keep tummies happy for a couple games of bowling. Grab a <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/TravelingAroundSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">free ResortQuest shuttle</a> out to the lanes. <br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Bud Werner Library:</b> Another great option is the library. Our brand new library caters to kids and adults of all ages. The whole library's brand new kids area and reading nooks make any afternoon of reading fun and exciting. They provide computers packed with games for the kids to play. <a href="http://www.steamboatlibrary.org/">Visit the Website.</a><br />
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<b>The Pottery Wheel</b>- Are your kids bored with just crayons and paper and ready to write on the condo walls? Take them to the Pottery Wheel and enjoy some quality creative time painting pottery to take home as a souvenir from your ResortQuest Steamboat vacation. <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-concierge/">Contact our concierge for hours!</a><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-day-spas.htm">Spa Day!</a> </b>And if you are feeling yesterday's day of skiing, you'll need some good massaging from the professionals at the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/Trappeurs-Crossing-Day-Spa.htm">Trappeur's Crossing Day spa!</a> Right in the Trappeur's amenities enjoy this amazing spa without having to leave the resort! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-concierge/">Contact the concierge</a> today to get all set for your spa day!<br />
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<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-springs-ice-skating.htm"><b>Ice skating</b></a> is chilly but not freezing in the indoor ice rink at Howelsen. Its a great winter activity and great for days that are too chilly to play outside! When you come back to your condo stop by the front desk and grab some hot cocoa and cookies. <br />
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<b>Take A Dip:</b> For most of our <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm">ResortQuest Steamboat properties </a>we do have <b>indoor hot tubs </b>and saunas to stay warm. Or get your blood moving at the fitness center. <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/complex.html?ID=5">Torian Plum</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/complex.html?ID=12">Bronze Tree</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/complex.html?ID=15">Meadows</a>, and <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/trappeurs-crossing-resort/index.htm">Trappeur’s Crossing </a>all have <b>fitness centers</b> and indoor hot tubs.<br />
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Keep warm in Steamboat. Take advantage of our <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/TravelingAroundSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">free shuttles</a>,<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-concierge/"> concierge</a>, and front desk staff to keep your cabin fever low and still experience a great time in Steamboat. <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm">Book your vacation to Steamboat</a> and save money on your spring ski vacations! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">See our current deals!</a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-53560003845911278462011-01-26T11:12:00.000-07:002011-01-26T11:12:13.141-07:00The Paramount Restaurant Brings Ski-In Breakfast to Torian Plum Plaza Steamboat Springs<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Finally, <b>a 'real' breakfast option on the mountain</b> in Torian Plum Plaza located at the base of <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a>. View the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/complex.html?ID=5">Torian Plum.</a><br />
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Sure, Gondola Joe's has a pre-made breakfast sandwich or a danish to-go with your coffee, but I am talking homemade biscuits with an elk Gravy from Maribou Ranch elk. <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/restaurants/steamboat-ski-resort-dining.htm%20">The Paramount</a> has only been open for a few days and is already making a statement with <b>delicious food made from scratch</b>. Some<b> highlights and recommendations</b> from friends include the breakfast burrito (serves 3-4), banana bread french toast, and the biscuits and gravy.<br />
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Along with breakfast, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/restaurants/steamboat-ski-resort-dining.htm">The Paramount</a> serves lunch. Make your own grilled cheese sandwich from a selection of toppings and delicious fresh bread. I had the <b>best Reuben in Steamboat </b>there this weekend. Hours still vary depending on how the Apres Ski works out.<br />
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<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/complex.html?ID=5">Stay in the Torian Plum</a> and have the <b>best ski-in ski-out location in Steamboat</b> with all the shops and restaurants in the Torian Plaza right at your front door! See our best ski <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">vacation deals</a> and get to Steamboat!<br />
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</div></div>AlpineSkiTimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11053161673638498275noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-36615788282270218912011-01-21T13:34:00.002-07:002011-01-21T13:36:26.210-07:00Steamboat Ski Area Friendly Kids Terrain and Ski School<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Springs</a> is known for being the <b>family friendly ski resort</b> but they are also known for their great <b>ski school</b> and <b>the kid friendly terrain </b>that can be found around the ski resort. For all the Steamboat visitors, Steamboat also offers great savings with the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatKidsFlyFreeDeal.htm">Kids Fly Free</a>, <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/ResortQuestSteamboatSkiandSnowboardRentalVacationPackages.htm">Kids Rent Free</a> and <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortKidsSkiFreeDeal.htm">Kids Ski Free</a> value programs! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">This is my first season teaching my daughter to try harder terrain and ski all over the mountain. She has skied bunny slopes before, but I have always been nervous about her riding the chair lifts. So i enrolled her in the <a href="http://www.steamboat.com/plan-vacation/ski-school/results/index.aspx?id=10">Steamboat Ski School</a>! After just a few lessons she was skiing blue runs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The ski school really impressed me with how patient and effective they are with the kids. I really have been enjoying teaching her to ski on all sorts of groomers. The first groomer that we did go down is an easy blue called Tomahawk. <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">See a Steamboat Ski Resort Map.</a> It was a great level of blue for her to start on. The trail is wide and open for any new skier. It isn’t too steep, but allows for the beginner to stay in control. My daughter didn’t want to stay on the trail. Instead she kept skiing the sides of the runs where the little jumps are. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">I was amazed at how a such a new skier was flying up into the air after hitting a jump and enjoying it- what confidence! It showed me, to my surprise, that even on an easy blue there is an enjoyment for all levels of skiers. We have since ventured all over the mountain to other levels of blues. <b>I enjoy Steamboat skiing because I am able to share the whole mountain with my new skier. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Get your whole family to <b>Steamboat for your winter ski vacation!</b> Steamboat provides ski terrain that all will enjoy! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html">Book your lodging</a> now and receive great <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">lodging deals</a> and when you book you can save on ski rentals, lift tickets! <br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><i>This blog was written by Favia, one of<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/"> ResortQuest Steamboat's</a> knowledgeable reservation specialists and ski lover! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/contact.htm">Contact us today!</a></i> </span>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-45183244878472034932011-01-14T17:20:00.000-07:002011-01-14T17:20:02.587-07:00Safety First in Steamboat- National Safety Awareness Week<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The commitment to safety is number one again this year for the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a>. As National Safety Awareness Week begins tomorrow <b>Jan. 15-23, 2011</b> the Ski Resort has all kinds of demos, seminars and contests for all ages of skiers and snowboarders to better inform them how to stay safe on the mountain.</span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/safety/heads_up/safety-poster-2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/safety/heads_up/safety-poster-2011.jpg" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>“Steamboat’s commitment to safety is one of the key priorities of the resort and allows us to remain in the top tier of ski resorts in North America,” said Chris Diamond, president & chief operating officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “National Safety Awareness Week is an opportunity for Steamboat to showcase unique initiatives and programs, while educating every winter enthusiast how to safely enjoy the mountain.” </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Gondola Square Safety Booths</span></b><span>: Patrol, ParkWise staff and the Steamboat Springs Fire Department will be in Gondola Square sharing safety tips, AED demonstrations and more. </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Bear the Safety Dog</span></b><span>: Get your picture with Bear, Steamboat’s St. Bernard Safety Dog, at the top of the Gondola.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Snow Awareness Seminars</span></b><span>: On Saturday and Sunday, January 15 & 16, Steamboat Ski Patrol will host special seminars on snow awareness at Pioneer Ridge Beacon Basin. The seminars are free to the public and meet at the Beacon Basin at the top of Pony Express Chairlift at 1pm both days.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TTDnquigbCI/AAAAAAAAAb0/Xt9ZtcZLXUs/s1600/SP32-20110114-172120.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="137" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TTDnquigbCI/AAAAAAAAAb0/Xt9ZtcZLXUs/s200/SP32-20110114-172120.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Terrain Park</span></b><span>: Staff promoting Smart Style, Steamboat’s ParkWise program as well as handing out safety tips and stickers.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><b><span>Know the Code Contest</span></b><span>: Skiers and Riders will randomly be stopped on the slopes by members of Steamboat’s Patrol. If they know at least three of the seven parts to the Responsibility Code they’ll receive a prize.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Billy Kidd One O’Clock Run</span></b><span>: Free clinic by Steamboat’s director of skiing, who will be joined by Patrol during Safety Week. (Jan. 15, 17, 18, 19 & 22) </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><b><span>Free Mountain Tours</span></b><span> with Ambassador with SlopeWise & Safety Information from Patrol. (entire week) </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>FREE Pay to Race</span></b><span>: Any guests who can tell the attendant one of the seven topics of the Responsibility Code races free. (entire week)</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Grooming Reports</span></b><span>, daily <b>snow reports</b> and individual <b>chairlift message boards</b> will feature safety messages throughout the week.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin-left: 0.25in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span></span></span><b><span>Signage</span></b><span> across the mountain promoting safe riding, jibing, slow zones and deep snow/tree wells. <br />
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</div><div style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;">The National Ski Areas Association’s National Safety Awareness Week is an annual event highlighting resort safety education efforts across the country while increasing slope safety.</span></span></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-70907025967021927692011-01-13T17:07:00.000-07:002011-01-13T17:07:19.793-07:00Powder in Steamboat Backcountry Powdercat Adventures- Video of the Week<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">For all you ski lovers, powder bums and mountain kids- Here is a light and fluffy video to make you say " I Want To GO!" on this Thursday afternoon- </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Check out the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-snowcat-skiing-tours.htm">Steamboat Powdercats</a> for all your Steamboat Backcountry adventures. While you play in snow know you are coming home to a <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm">comfy luxurious vacation rental</a> with <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest Steamboat</a>. <span style="color: red;">View our </span><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html" style="color: red;">current deals</a><span style="color: red;"> and </span><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html" style="color: red;">book your Steamboat ski vacation</a> now!</div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-15057734917209557172011-01-04T13:01:00.001-07:002011-01-05T12:40:04.004-07:00Ski Safety Tips from the Steamboat Ski Patrol<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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1. <b>Always ski or ride with a buddy</b>- the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> is a large mountain and people can easily get lost or separated from a group. Make sure you set up meeting arrangements in-case anyone gets separated. This is especially important when skiing in the glades or tree areas- be aware of tree wells.<br />
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2. <b>Always follow the Responsibility Code</b> – this is the piece of paper you sign before you get your ski pass that says you as a skier or boarder will follow these safety precautions:</div><ul><li style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Always stay in control</b>, and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects. If for some reason you do have a collision stay at the scene. Do not ski away.</li>
<li style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>People ahead of you have the right of way.</b> It is your responsibility to avoid them.</li>
<li style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Do not stop where you obstruct a trail</b> or are not visible from above.</li>
<li style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, <b>look uphill and yield to others.</b></li>
<li style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Always use devices to prevent runaway equipment.</b> Always use devices to prevent runaway equipment.</li>
<li style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Observe all posted signs and warnings.</b> Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.</li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Prior to using any lift,</b> you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely. </span></li>
</ul><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">3. <b>Call for Help!</b> Do you know the Ski Patrol help number? Always have this programmed into your cell phone <b>970-871-5911</b></span><br />
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5. Ski Patrol is equipped with the <b>best medical technology</b> including 14 automated external <b>defibrillators</b> to aid cardiac patients. <b><a href="http://www.9news.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=737204473001#/News/Husband%2C+ski+patrol+help+save+woman+at+top+of+lift+/49906872001/50183015001/737204473001">Watch the latest 9news story about how Steamboat Ski Patrol saved a woman’s life last week. </a> </b>We love love love our Steamboat Ski Patrol! They are an amazing crew of men and women dedicated to many hours of training and preparation for each ski season along with being the first responders to accidents on the ski area! While we are having fun they are making sure everyone stays safe! Thanks you Steamboat Ski Patrol!<br />
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<b>So play it safe and come to <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat</a>!</b> You not only will have an amazing fun ski trip but you can also <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">book lodging for up to 40% off</a>! The<b> longer you stay the more you save </b>and you’ll be having a <b>fun and safe ski trip</b> in no time! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html">Book now</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html"><img border="0" height="45" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/images/Call-to-action-best-rates.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-31212659453113274202010-12-21T16:04:00.000-07:002010-12-21T16:04:58.916-07:00Steamboat Springs Snow Alert- 160 Inches of Snow Mark!<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:PunctuationKerning/> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:SnapToGridInCell/> <w:WrapTextWithPunct/> <w:UseAsianBreakRules/> <w:DontGrowAutofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" LatentStyleCount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if !mso]><img src="http://img2.blogblog.com/img/video_object.png" style="background-color: #b2b2b2; " class="BLOGGER-object-element tr_noresize tr_placeholder" id="ieooui" data-original-id="ieooui" /> <style>
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The Champagne Powder® <span style="color: black; font-size: 9pt;"></span>is flowing! And with the current storm cycle we have been in, the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> is reporting that we’ve received 8” in the past 24hrs. with over 15” in the past 48 hrs.<span> </span><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/weather.htm">See the weather report! </a>And good news there is so much more powder to come as Steamboat is under a winter storm warning until Thursday Dec. 23, 2010!!! </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Don’t miss the powder! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/welcome/index.htm">Get to Steamboat!</a>-<span> </span>And there are even more and even cheaper options to get to Steamboat as Southwest airlines have announced <a href="http://steamboatvacationrentals.blogspot.com/2010/12/cheap-southwest-flights-to-colorado.html">new cheap flights to Denver</a>!<a href="http://steamboatvacationrentals.blogspot.com/2010/12/cheap-southwest-flights-to-colorado.html"> Read the article!</a></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-29489591273721523932010-12-17T11:43:00.000-07:002010-12-17T11:43:33.574-07:00Steamboat Powder Meet Steamboat Powder Cats- Video of the Week<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">On this brilliant bluebird sky, super cold day in Steamboat it's time for all those powder hounds to get amped for the next storm! Check out these videos from the Steamboat Powder Cats who host back-country ski tours. Let our <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-concierge/index.htm">concierge</a> help you book the perfect tour with the Powder Cats!</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">And now please wipe the drool off your chin- don't worry the next storm is on its way! And you should make sure you have <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm">lodging with us at ResortQuest Steamboat</a> so you can play all day and have a super comfy condo to return to for your beauty sleep! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">See our current lodging deals!</a></span>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-90976022653656930002010-12-14T16:51:00.000-07:002010-12-14T16:51:28.414-07:00Steamboat Local's Appreciation Day! Early Lifts and Perfect Groomers<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TQgCEsLhbiI/AAAAAAAAAa4/r4_cWm27OSc/s1600/Local%2527s+Appreciation+Day+2010-+RQ+ski+morn+004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TQgCEsLhbiI/AAAAAAAAAa4/r4_cWm27OSc/s200/Local%2527s+Appreciation+Day+2010-+RQ+ski+morn+004.jpg" width="200" /></a>The <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> has started a Local's Appreciation week that hosts a wide variety of discounts, apres parties and even a day with the Gondola opening early for all season pass holders! </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
<b>Pressing Glass:</b> So in celebration of the incredible ski season to come, ResortQuest Steamboat staff met up this early Tuesday ski morning (Gondola opened 1/2 hour early at 8am!) with hopes of powder day. Alas there was no new snow but the super soft well groomed runs made for some bombing runs with high speed pursuits and lots of fun!</div><br />
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TQgCIWX5EOI/AAAAAAAAAa8/zaD-wtAehRM/s1600/Local%2527s+Appreciation+Day+2010-+RQ+ski+morn+002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TQgCIWX5EOI/AAAAAAAAAa8/zaD-wtAehRM/s200/Local%2527s+Appreciation+Day+2010-+RQ+ski+morn+002.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Snow Report: </b> There is a great base on Steamboat right now (38" inches) with only a few spots that need some extra cover. The snow making machines and mother nature have combined forces to create incredibly soft runs with perfect corduroy and blue bird skies! </span><br style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;" /><br style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">We highly suggest getting to Steamboat for the month of <b>December</b>! If you stay with us at <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest</a> you'll <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/40-hour-sale.htm">receive 40% off for December</a>! Book by the 17th and you'll get your powder too!</span>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-19515137049371256952010-12-11T14:36:00.000-07:002010-12-11T14:36:10.381-07:00Steamboat Powder Video of the Week- So Much Snow!<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">I just felt I needed to remind everyone of how much <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/weather.htm">incredible snow Steamboat</a> has! This video is from a couple weeks ago when we <a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2010/11/100-inches-of-snow-steamboats-epic.html">surpassed the 100" of snow mark </a>and we are seeing more snow in our immediate future! </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html"><img border="0" height="45" src="http://www.resortquestbreckenridge.com/images/Call-to-action-best-rates_000.jpg" width="320" /> book online now to get the best discounted lodging rates in steamboat</a></div>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-4195686816214447532010-11-30T12:21:00.004-07:002010-11-30T12:38:31.181-07:00100” Inches of Snow Steamboat’s Epic Early Season Ski Conditions – Come Get Some Powder!It’s Official!<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Steamboat has hit the 100” inches </span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TPVSEwQ4p2I/AAAAAAAAAYA/0ZpaKDLAJLg/s1600/SP32-20101130-120327.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 279px; height: 208px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TPVSEwQ4p2I/AAAAAAAAAYA/0ZpaKDLAJLg/s320/SP32-20101130-120327.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545428757805311842" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">mark of incredible fluffy epic snow! </span>Steamboat is seriously rocking some fabulous early season ski conditions that is making the skiing and riding feel like mid-winter conditions.<br /><br />“The 2010/11 season is shaping up to be remembered as the best start in more than a decade and already a legendary snow year, and, we’re less than a month into the season,” continued Rob Perlman, senior vice president of sales & marketing for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “With the snowiest November on record in the books, Mother Nature’s attention is squarely focused on Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A. and powderhounds couldn’t be happier!”<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TPVSTg-de2I/AAAAAAAAAYI/FpULeXb0o4s/s1600/SP32-20101130-120351.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 237px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TPVSTg-de2I/AAAAAAAAAYI/FpULeXb0o4s/s320/SP32-20101130-120351.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545429011399539554" border="0" /></a><br />Monday morning (11/29/2010) we awoke to 13” inches of powder that had fallen the afternoon and night before making for some incredible powder! And another 8 inches fell at the summit overnight last night!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Current conditions for Steamboat Ski Resort Report:</span><br /><ul><li>9”inches in the last 24hrs</li><li>20” inches in the last 48hrs</li><li>47” base </li><li>And drum-roll please- Steamboat has hit the 100” mark and its not even December!!! A total of 111” of pure white snow has fallen already this year! Will Steamboat hit the 500”? We can all hope and do a few extra powder dances! See the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/weather.htm">current weather conditions.</a></li></ul><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/adventure/index.htm"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 349px; height: 50px;" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/images/Call-to-action-best-rates.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />So what to do with all this snow? Get to Steamboat to play in it of course! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html"> Book your lodging now</a> and get <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/adventure/index.htm">free nights plus cash back</a> to spend on a perfect Steamboat adventure!Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-47791758231095772422010-11-23T08:23:00.004-07:002010-11-23T08:31:01.856-07:00Steamboat Pre-Opening Day! Best Conditions in a Decade!Steamboat Ski Resort and everyone who is searching for some powder need to look no further! Steamboat is opening tomorrow- Nov. 24th for Scholarship Day with some of the best opening day conditions the mountain has seen in over a decade!<br /><a href="http://steamboatskibums.blogspot.com/2010/11/steamboat-ski-resort-2010-best-opening.html"><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Read more about the terrain openings, running lifts and more!</span></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Get to Steamboat for this opening weekend! You'll receive a FREE night of lodging when you book<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/steamboat-ski-deal.htm"> 3 or more nights and 20% off your lift tickets</a>!<br /><br /></span><embed wmode="opaque" src="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/video/flvplayer/flvplayer.swf?v=201011172356" flashvars="config=http%3A%2F%2Fmy.steamboat.com%2Fvideo%2Fvideo%2FshowPlayerConfig%3Fid%3D2284251%253AVideo%253A44115%26ck%3D-&video_smoothing=on&autoplay=off&hideShareLink=1&isEmbedCode=1" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" scale="noscale" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" height="344" width="456"></embed><br /><br />Check out our other great <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">lodging deals</a> that give you cash to spend while in Steamboat!Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-23486931445635205632010-11-19T09:18:00.006-07:002010-11-19T09:35:47.760-07:00Steamboat Ski Resort 2010 Best Opening in Years!The <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> will be opening Nov. 24, 2010 with 5 lifts, 66 trails, 926 acres of top to bottom skiing equaling 3,000 vertical feet and 74 inches of snow!!!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TOal_gwnCBI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/FELVi5sjxuw/s1600/Steamboat_Billy.Kidd_11.18.10.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 206px; height: 280px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TOal_gwnCBI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/FELVi5sjxuw/s200/Steamboat_Billy.Kidd_11.18.10.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541298902070134802" border="0" /></a><br />WOW! This opening day or scholarship day is going to mark the <span style="font-weight: bold;">best early season conditions in almost a decade</span> said Chris Diamond, president and chief operating officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. Scholarship day allows the mountain to open with specially prices $30 lift tickets and $20 lower mountain lift tickets that benefit the Steamboat Winter Sports Club Scholarship Fund!<br /><br />The resort anticipates opening <span style="font-weight: bold;">5 lifts</span>-Christie Peak Express, Gondola, Storm Peak Express, Burgess Creek and 4 Points. This includes much of the resort’s<span style="font-weight: bold;"> legendary tree skiing</span> areas including the upper portions of Shadows and Closets, Flying Z, Twilight, Triangle 3 and more. Remember trails and lifts are subject to change without notice as conditions change.<br /><br />The early season storms have come in strong and left nearly <span style="font-weight: bold;">4 1/2 feet of powder</span> in November so far- Steamboat will be opening with a 38 inch base at mid-mountain and 52-inch base at the summit! <span style="font-weight: bold;">These are the largest base amounts ever seen on opening day!</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 349px; height: 50px;" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/images/Call-to-action-best-rates.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>So what are you waiting for- <span style="font-weight: bold;">skiing will be epic</span> this year so <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">book your ski vacation lodging </a>now! The earlier you book the more you save and if you buy now we can still order you discounted lift tickets!<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Photo credit: Larry Pierce- Steamboat's Billy the Kidd testing out the powder yesterday in Steamboat!</span>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-54814978740145154712010-11-16T15:07:00.005-07:002010-11-16T15:30:05.547-07:00Early Steamboat Powder- Hike if the Lifts Aren't Open!<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/">ResortQuest Steamboat</a> employee Will Stone, and friends could not wait for the lifts to open in Steamboat(Opening Day is Nov. 25th, 2010)<br /><br />Its understandable as Steamboat has received 61"of snow over a week of winter storms making it a 32" <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TOMFndG0dDI/AAAAAAAAAW4/ZsLPz1fPPy4/s1600/P1000102.JPG"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TOMFndG0dDI/AAAAAAAAAW4/ZsLPz1fPPy4/s200/P1000102.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540278141982110770" border="0" /></a>base! So in the name of powder and a few leg burning hours of hiking they finally got some powder.... See the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/weather.htm">Current Weather.</a> See a <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/documents/Steamboat-Trail-Map_000.pdf">map of the Steamboat Ski Resort</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br />(Written by Will Stone)</span> "My friends and I took a journey up to the Gondola. We all drove up the Thunderhead lift and started up “Why Not”. This is a nice run to hike because of the gradient. We switched backed and forth till we got to Vagabond. We took a rest and shed some clothing layers even though the snow was already falling- its a steep hike! We had 3 more steep pitches <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TOMFUfpsDUI/AAAAAAAAAWw/wPOTG7EtIjA/s1600/P1000113.JPG"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TOMFUfpsDUI/AAAAAAAAAWw/wPOTG7EtIjA/s200/P1000113.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540277816247717186" border="0" /></a>to climb before we got to the top. I was using my skins and everyone else was using snow shoes. We arrived after 2 hours of hiking. The snow was falling hard and we were amped to head down. We started skiing down Heavenly Daze hugging the skiers right where the cat had not passed through. Snow was deep and endless. We then got Ted’s Ridge where we debated for about 3 seconds on where to go next. It was unanimous Ted’s ridge it was. We all surfed down Ted’s-it was awesome. Fresh lines all the way down. We got back to Thunderhead lift and so much snow had fallen since we left that my truck was covered. Wow what a great way to open up the Steamboat Ski Season! And the snow is still falling!"<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/steamboat-ski-deal.htm"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 349px; height: 50px;" src="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/images/Call-to-action-best-rates.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>It's true the snow is still falling and the<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/Steamboat-Springs-Colorado-Events.htm"> opening day of Steamboat</a> is going to be an incredible one! Don't miss <span style="font-weight: bold;">epic powder</span> in the very beginning of the season so <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html">book your lodging now</a> and receive <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/steamboat-ski-deal.htm">lodging deals for early season</a> and if you are coming later in the season you can get <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/adventure/index.htm">lodging discounts plus cash back</a> to create your perfect Steamboat adventure!Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-65385164907265632752010-11-16T11:19:00.004-07:002010-11-16T11:27:23.110-07:00Skiing Tip: Plant your Poles Video with Billy the KiddWith all the incredible snow that is falling before the<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Opens (Nov. 25th, 2010)</span> take the chance to catch up on a few skiing tips from <span style="font-weight: bold;">Steamboat's own Billy the Kidd!</span> This Steamboat Olympian is a fabulous skier and created this skiing tip video to remind us to plant our poles!<br /><br /><center><object height="340" width="560"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_S2f-4lmt4o?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_S2f-4lmt4o?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="340" width="560"></embed></object></center><br /><br />Get to <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.resortqueststeamboat.com">Steamboat</a> this winter to practice planting your poles and <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">you'll save on lodging plus you'll get cash back</span></a> to spend on the perfect Steamboat adventure! <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/rental/query.html">Book online now!</a>Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-87066383747933870232010-11-15T16:11:00.000-07:002010-11-15T16:11:16.660-07:006 Days Straight of Snow in Steamboat Springs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.coloradopowderforecast.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Front_Thumb_2010-11-15.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="124" src="http://www.coloradopowderforecast.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Front_Thumb_2010-11-15.png" width="320" /></a></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">It's just 10 days till Opening Day in Steamboat and old man winter has blanketed the town and trails in big, fat, fluffy white flakes for the past 6 days.</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"> </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><a href="http://api.ning.com/files/aWuVqeFwN-6F*hMEentRvH41zihro6imz5aXTFhp5YeGJWKgPCmIhc49z55Kc4z1/MS171.jpg?width=487&height=360" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="147" src="http://api.ning.com/files/aWuVqeFwN-6F*hMEentRvH41zihro6imz5aXTFhp5YeGJWKgPCmIhc49z55Kc4z1/MS171.jpg?width=487&height=360" width="200" /></a><a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Area</a> was reporting a 2-foot base and 46 inches of total snowfall Sunday, after a weekend of precipitation in <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-springs">Steamboat Springs</a>. Steamboat looks more like mid-season already with 17 inches of snow falling over the weekend. The resort has a 28-inch mid-mountain base and 42-inch base at the summit.</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
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</div>Katy Martinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08241932218821021057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-86578316938438132442010-10-28T10:22:00.004-06:002010-10-28T10:34:31.745-06:00Steamboat Resort Ranks #14 in 2010 Ski Resort Rankings<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SteamboatSkiResortSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm">Steamboat Ski Resort</a> has been ranked <span style="font-weight: bold;">number #14 out of 30</span> ski resorts ranked by <a href="http://www.skinet.com/ski/galleries/2010-2011-resort-rankings?pnid=113319#gallery-content">Ski Magazine </a>for the 2010 ski year! So what is so fabulous about <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.skinet.com/ski/files/imagecache/gallery_image/_images/201010/wissman_General_172_0.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 311px; height: 207px;" src="http://www.skinet.com/ski/files/imagecache/gallery_image/_images/201010/wissman_General_172_0.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>Steamboat?<br /><br />According to Ski Magazine's readers, "After all, Steamboat continues to endear itself to readers who hail it as the “best all-around resort for families” and “my favorite resort anywhere.” The positive comments tend to be unanimous: “Plenty of terrain for skiers who are not beginners but aren’t the best either. Happy people. Western town that can’t be matched.” Complaints focus on the lack of tough terrain and an unkempt base area—though that is also part of its charm."<br /><br /><a href="http://www.skinet.com/ski/galleries/2010-2011-resort-rankings?pnid=113319#gallery-content">Read the full article</a> about what makes Steamboat fabulous!<br /><br />And make sure you are getting the <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/steamboat-ski-deal.htm">best savings on your vacation to Steamboat</a>! Book by <span style="font-weight: bold;">Nov. 1, 2010</span> and <a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/vacation-specials/steamboat-ski-deal.htm">save up to 30%</a> on your<a href="http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/resorts.htm"> supreme steamboat lodging</a> with us at ResortQuest!Shelly Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05849043555542184732noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1809742348327706807.post-20224937481746723912010-10-23T09:25:00.010-06:002010-10-29T13:31:33.406-06:00Snowing in Steamboat Oct. 23, 2010<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TMMBN9HNX_I/AAAAAAAAAUg/LyT3KoAEtRg/s1600/Snowing-Steamboat-2-2010102.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="150" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531266106595827698" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_lULc7AZULmk/TMMBN9HNX_I/AAAAAAAAAUg/LyT3KoAEtRg/s200/Snowing-Steamboat-2-2010102.jpg" style="float: right; height: 240px; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; width: 320px;" width="200" /></a>Last night Steamboat got their first in town snow! It was beautiful to wake up to a snow covered landscape with the remaining fall colors poking through. And it just in time for Halloween- classic mountain Halloween where every costume has to be big enough to fit your winter parka underneath!<br />
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