The most up-to-date information for the Vail Valley

Don't let your un-tuned skis hold you back! Let Gravity Jones Ski Werks, conveniently located on the ground level of the Vail Transportation Center, prepare your skis for you, and outfit your family with warm, durable, elegant ski clothing and accessories.

State-of-the-art ski & snowboard rentals featuring Salomon, Dynastar, K2, Volkl, Rossignol & Burton. Several slopeside rental & retail locations; Rent, exchange, and return to any location. Free overnight ski storage with rentals. Full-service tuning available. In Vail, located in Vail Village (970) 477-5740; In Golden Peak (970) 754-4912; At the Lionshead Bustop (970) 476-3600; In the Arrabelle (970) 479-4415. www.vailsports.com In Beaver Creek, located at the BASE of the escalators (970) 754-5418; Also in the Ritz-Carlton- Bachelor Gulch (970) 748-6880; In The Westin Riverfront (970) 748-3080. Other locations at The Pines Lodge, Arrowhead, & Beaver Creek Landing. www.beavercreeksports.com

For a full day of family fun this winter, head to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Glenwood Springs, It’s a great complement to your winter vacation, with a variety of exciting activities for both kids and adults. Ride the scenic tram to the top of Iron Mountain then enjoy a guided tour of Glenwood Caverns’ amazing Fairy Caves or experience the thrill of Colorado’s only alpine coaster as it plunges down the mountainside.

Nanny/Babysitting Services - When you need a consistent, trained, reliable, and proactive caregiver, you can count on a nanny professional from Mom's Best Friend. Our Nannies do more than supervise your children – they can plan and implement daily curriculum, monitor your child's development, and plan fun games, projects, and activities throughout the Vailk Valley.

Located in the heart of Colorado's Beaver Creek Resort, this 530-seat theatre, owned and operated by the Vail Valley Foundation, presents a variety of year-round performances including jazz, comedy, dance, film, Broadway musicals, theatre, rock concerts, family shows and more. The diversity of our year-round offerings provides incredible opportunities to see truly awe-inspiring performances in our uniquely intimate setting. We look forward to seeing you at the VPAC this season!

At Winterhawk we offer the total dogsledding experience. From mild to wild, three different locations, private parties to large groups we have something for everyone. Snuggle up under the warm wool blankets and let an experienced guide do all the work or harness up and drive your own team. Afterwards, take a tour of the kennel and spend some time with the puppies. At Winterhawk it’s more than just a ride.

This is Glenwood Spring’s premier athletic club complete with racquetball & squash courts, spinning room, pilates and yoga movement studio, Jaccuzzi, weight room, elliptical trainers, cardio theater treadmills, fitness classes, and the relaxation of the World’s Largest Hot Springs Pool. Enjoy Spa treatments and services at Spa of the Rockies too.

Enjoy a starlit sleigh ride through breathtaking Rocky Mountain scenery. Relax to the sounds of sleigh bells and horses prancing, while sipping hot drinks under warm, cozy blankets. Upon return, complete your evening with world-renowned cuisine served fireside in the mountain lodge setting of Cordillera’s Timber Hearth Grille.

Vail’s oldest operating hot air balloon company invites you to experience the fantasy in a majestic mountain setting. Flights originate from the Vail/Beaver Creek area at sunrise. Each flight is unique, the views are spectacular, it is common to see wildlife and it is generally warmer in the air than on the ground! Their complimentary post flight ceremonial champagne celebration is legendary and includes a commemorative certificate of your journey. FAA certified. National Aeronautical Association record holder. Reservations required. MC/V/D/AX accepted. Phone (970) 328-2290 or visit www.camelotballoons.com

Imagine the World’s Largest Hot Springs Pool, a three-hundred foot long swimming pool kept at 90 degrees all year long, and a therapy pool that relaxes muscles and relieves aches at 104 degrees. Water This is a must do attraction to elevate the experience of your Colorado ski vacation.

Vail Rock and Ice's guides have been teaching new Ice climbers and guiding experienced ones for more than a decade in the Vail area. Lessons and guided trips are offered by CPR/First Aid certified guides. Rock climbers can expect to pay US$95 per person, and ice climbers will pay US$140 per person. (It's substantially more for single climbers.)

The Vail Recreation District offers year-round fun for all ages, including golf at Vail’s only public golf course, the Vail Golf Club; children’s learning and discovery programs at the Imagination Station; youth summer day and sports camps; adult sport leagues; running and mountain bike racing; ice skating and hockey at Dobson Ice Arena; naturalist programs at the Vail Nature Center; tennis on some of the best clay courts in the state at the Vail Tennis Center; and gymnastics, martial arts and fencing at the Vail Gymnastics Center. Visit www.vailrec.com or call (970) 479-2279 for details.

Nova Guides has been Vail's premier outdoor recreation company for over 2 decades. Offering a variety of winter activities including snowmobile tours & rentals, snowcoach tours and dogsledding. Summer adventures include, whitewater rafting, Jeep & Hummer Tours, ATV tours & rentals, mountain biking and fishing trips.

Adventures snowmobiling is some of the finest in Colorado. Piney offers close proximity to Vail and Beaver Creek and host spectacular scenery of the Gore Mountain Range, Piney Lake, and unrivaled views of Eagle Valley including Mt of the Holy Cross. Your tour start at the base of Red Sandstone Road right here in Vail. You and your guide will wind over the trails through the trees with a destination of Piney Rive Ranch 11 miles into the wilderness. On the way you will have a chance to let loose in our groomed play area know as the "fox farm", named for its purpose back in the early 1900’s. When you arrive at Piney River Ranch you are welcomed by a warm roaring fire, hot beverage, and fantastic picture opportunities. If you are with us for our lunch tour you get to stay in this winter wonder land just that much longer and enjoy some of the best BBQ around. When it is time to leave the ranch your adventure does not end there. Your group will detour up Red & White Mountain trail and get you a taste of real Colorado powder. All and all you will travel about 30 miles with us. From the individual with no experience to the avid snowmobiler, you are sure to make lasting fun filled memories with us.

Join us at our cozy Backcountry Cabin at the Arrowhead Ski Area for an enjoyable snowshoe experience. Part of the original homestead, wood heat and a rustic look make for a warm comfortable setting. A picnic lunch or wine and cheese cap off the day with good friends. Professional guides, snowshoes, poles, gaiters and snack provided.

Claggett/Rey Gallery features original paintings and sculpture by fine American artists, with subject matter ranging from historical Western and wildlife scenes to classic European genre. We are a full service gallery that stands behind every piece of art that we sell. Our knowledgeable staff advises both individuals and corporations in the acquisition, placement and care of their artwork, whether they are purchasing a single object or an entire suite of works. We are also available to arrange monumental sculpture and fountain installations that add grace and beauty to landscape design in public and residential spaces. In addition, Claggett/Rey can often locate pieces for collectors with special requests, such as works by 19th century artists or discontinued sculpture editions.