First Snow Flakes to Fall in Steamboat!

The ResortQuest locals working in the Torian Plum at the Steamboat base area had a welcomed, well most employees liked it, surprise yesterday. With less then 64 days until the ski area opens the excitement caused by the first flakes of the season had me day dreaming about the beautiful champagne fluffies we consistently get in Steamboat. Hope this is another great powder year!

Call 866-731-7575 or visit http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html to get you lodging and lift ticket packages by October 15th for the best deals!

OktoberWest and Video of Drew Emmitt Band in Steamboat!

Steamboat OktoberWest 2009!

OktoberWest got mixed reviews from locals and guests but it was the first year and it will only get better. Next year we can hopefully look forward to more breweries showing up (they were all at the Breckenridge BrewFest), more merchant booths, and a bigger turnout.

Here is a short clip of the Drew Emmitt Band getting their groove on at the festival.

Here is a Video of the kids Bucking Bull Battle!

Steamboat OktoberWest

Beer, Beer, Beer, and more Beer!


You may already be hooked but just in case you want more then just beer there will be a Pedaling Posse Parade, Suds & Grub beer tasting specials at select restaurants, a Lamb cook-off featuring local chefs, a Bucking Bull Battle, and Pie Eating Contest. If you still are not packing your bags then how about a free concert featuring the Drew Emmitt Band.
http://www.drewemmitt.com/ for more info on the band!

If you are looking for last minute lodging deals for this event you may contact ResortQuest Steamboat at 800-228-2458 or go online to http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-summer-events/oktoberwest.htm

ResortQuest Team Building - Steamboat Ski Area

ResortQuest Steamboat Employees hit the mountain yesterday afternoon for a sunny filled day of recreating. Between the Digglers and the mountain bikes everyone survived and made it to SlopeSide Grill afterwards for beer, apps, and other entertainment....check out these photos!


Also, a farewell toast to Todd Moore the Torian Plum Property Manager. Good luck at your new job!

Mountain BIking in Steamboat.....Fun for the whole family.

View from Emerald Mountain to the Steamboat ski area!

The area surrounding Steamboat Springs is loaded with great mountain biking trails. If you are from out of town, Mt. Werner has fun and exciting trails for all abilities. The Torian Plum is a great starting point for the trails on this local ski hill! If you would like instruction, be sure to sign up for a mountain biking clinic with a local pro. Rent a bike and all of your gear from any of the shops in town or at the base of the mountain and they will probably give you some pointers about where to go. There are single tracks, two tracks and dirt roads to choose from. It’s even possible to load your bike up the gondola and enjoy the ride down without the pain of the uphill. Some of our favorite trails include Pete’s Wicked Trail, Creekside, Valley View and Zig Zag. Another great place to ride straight from downtown Steamboat Springs is Emerald mountian. Head up Howelsen Hill and beyond towards the top of Emerald Mountain, where you have several awesome trails to choose from. In another direction, check out Strawberry Park, Copper Ridge, Hot Springs Loop, or Mad Creek. These trails are all interconnected. For more information and other links visit http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-hiking-mountain-biking.htm

Steamboat Summer Events - Wine Festival Coming Up July 30th - Aug 2nd

Stay at the Torian Plum...Just steps from the festival!

Free Wine Festival Tickets, Free Wine Tasting, and up to 20% off of ResortQuest Steamboat Lodging.

Beautiful Video & Images from the Steamboat Balloon Festival

This past weekend is definitely one of my all time favorite weekends of the Steamboat summer. I couldn't help wanting to share with you this gorgeous footage of the Steamboat Hot Air Balloon Rodeo which was posted on the Steamboat Pilot. It really captures the majectic beauty of the landscape, dotted with hot air balloons. Click on the image to enjoy!

There are hundreds of photos floating around the web, on twitter and facebook... and oh so many more waiting to be shared with the world on cameras. Some of our Torian Plum owners very kindly shared a few of their gorgeous balloon festival pics with us also:

Hike from Steamboat Gondola to Base Area

My parents are currently visiting from Australia. On Saturday, we (including my dog, Matilda) went up the Steamboat Ski Area gondola and hiked down to the base area. The hike took everyone about 2-2.5 hours (with lots of photo pauses on the way down). It's a great hike for people coming from lower elevations that may find any significant uphill challenging. The trails are predominantly single-track and weave in and out of the Aspen and pine forests. Steamboat Springs is so incredibly green and bursting with wildflowers right now - and I loved every minute. This is one of my favorite Steamboat hiking trails! Here is my slideshow of photos:



And here are some featured photographs:

Maribou Mountain Bike Trails Grand Tour - Steamboat Town Challenge Tonight!

Steamboat Town Challenge Mountain Bike Race #1 at Maribou Ranch tonight! We took the Grand Tour last week on the trails and had a blast. The trails cover a variety of excellent xc terrain with phenomenal views. Whether you like pushing the envelope around tight switchbacks and blind corners or just taking a stroll in the country this place has it all.

For information on other Steamboat Springs activities visit: http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SummerActivitiesSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm

Epic Snow Storm

Check-out this Steamboat Skiing video (provided by Steamboat.com)

The snow just keeps on piling up at the Steamboat Ski Area. Snow has fallen lightly all day today, representing a break in the epic snow storms. Another powerful Pacific storm is expected to affect the region beginning Friday. Snow is likely Friday night and Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Pack your powder skis and head to Steamboat Springs!

The numbers speak for themselves!

No Fooling!!!!!
Steamboat Snow Report: 4/1/09 14" in 24 hrs, 21" in 48 hrs and 36" in 72 hrs!

Current Steamboat Weather: Snowing!
Steamboat Weather Forecast: Snow!

Need I say anything more!
I would show you a picture but all you would see is snow.
Stop fooling around, make up any excuse and get to Steamboat to enjoy an epic Spring! Need a place to stay - Check out the great spring lodging deals at ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals.

Winter storm warning for Steamboat until 6pm Wed. 33" & counting!

Forget about putting spring wax on your skis because the Steamboat Ski Area is boasting over 33 inches of fresh powder snow in 48 hours. In the past 7 days we have received over 63 inches of new snow. So far this year we have received 368", exceeding our annual snowfall average of around 335".

I can always tell a good powder day by the snow on my car. If I can open my car door slightly and slam it to release ALL the snow on my car, I know it is going to be a very special champagney snow day! And that's just how my day powder started...

With more than 30 feet of snow this winter, Steamboat has reached another snow milestone, recording a four-wire winter, when the snow stacks up past the fourth row of fence wires. Yampa Valley ranchers have traditionally measured the severity of a Routt County winter by how high the snow stacks up against their four fence wires.

Snow is expected through Wednesday afternoon!

(Photo provided by Larry Pierce of the Steamboat Ski Area)