The Little Skier in the Boat. By Kiki

One of Steamboat Springs, Colorado's newest locals, Jackson Schutt, recently enjoyed a snowy cross county skiing adventure.

Jackson chose one of numerous cross country skiing options in and around Steamboat Springs. There is a groomed track downtown plus a Nordic ski jumping venue! Many World Cup Nordic Combined and Cross Country events have been held there. Several local ranches groom tracks on their property. Some even offer instruction and rentals. There are trails throughout the surrounding national forests and state parks.

Jackson plans to cross country ski at Rabbit Ears Pass, Catamount, Vista Verde, The Steamboat Touring Center, and Steamboat Lake State Park. If Jackson is able to ski all the Nordic areas he will have covered over 100 kilometers of groomed track in the Yampa Valley. You’re the man Jackson!

(Jackson is Kiki's son. Kiki is the Group Sales Manager for ResortQuest Steamboat. For Group lodging quotes - weddings, reunions, ski clubs, business retreats - Kiki is the local Steamboat expert! Contact Kiki at (866) 634-9616 or email SteamboatGroupSales@ResortQuest.com). 

I have the Best Backyard in the World! By Luka.

How many children can say that this is their backyard, their every day playground?

Pictured, Howelsen Hill in downtown Steamboat Springs on the front and Mt.Werner at the Steamboat Ski Resort on the back.

This is where I learn, train and excel from the tiny magic carpet on Howelsen to the back bowls and hikes of Mt Werner. I am a alpine skier, snowboarder and a tele skier.

In the evenings when my older brother trains with Winter Sports Club, I go tubing on Howelsen with my mom and my friends. The concession stand has the best hot chocolate chip cookies when I need a break. I love my home town.

My name is Luka, I am 3 years old and this is my Steamboat.

(Luka is Maria's son. Maria is the Reservations Manager for ResortQuest Steamboat. For the insider advice on your planning a vacation in Steamboat for your family, contact Maria at (866) 634-9616 or email SteamboatInfo@ResortQuest.com).