Tag: Breckenridge
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Breckenridge man arrested after messages “detailed plans and a timeline” for local mass shooting
According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, a man was arrested on January 7 for allegedly threatening to commit a mass shooting in the local area. Law enforcement responded to the suspect’s residence in unincorporated Breckenridge on Wednesday after receiving multiple reports related to the male threatening to kill himself and other people. Deputies arrived…
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NEW WORLD RECORD: 2,489-foot-long shotski used for historic feat in Breckenridge
On Thursday afternoon, attendees of Breckenridge’s Ullr Fest again broke the record for the ‘world’s longest shotski,’ snatching the crown from Park City in what has become a back-and-forth competition between the two mountain towns. In October, Park City set a new record with a shotski that included 1,410 shots. Participants at this year’s Ullr…
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Ice Castles set to open this week at Summit County location
The Silverthorne location of the popular Ice Castles attraction will officially open for the season on Friday, December 19 at 6 p.m. “As we step into our 15th anniversary season, it feels especially meaningful to come full circle and return to Silverthorne where our first commercial Ice Castles came to life,” said Kyle Standifird, CEO…
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A skier’s guide to Breckenridge Resort: Terrain, dining, lodging, parking, and more
Breckenridge Ski Resort spans 2,908 acres across five distinct peaks, and not only does its stretching layout make the destination easy to navigate, each peak also offers something different for skiers to enjoy. One of the most popular resorts in the state of Colorado for locals and out-of-staters, alike, Breckenridge is home to a variety…
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1,420 people needed to break unofficial ‘world record’ in Breckenridge at Ullr Fest
The magic number of participants the Breckenridge Tourism Office in Breckenridge, Colorado is looking for to break the unofficial world record for most people doing a Shotski at one time is 1,420. Tickets for the 2025 Shotski event go on sale on today, which is one of the kick off celebrations of Breckenridge’s Ullr Fest,…
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Getting to know Summit County on and off the slopes
Colorado is home to names synonymous with skiing — the likes of Vail, Aspen, Steamboat and Telluride known around the world. But the greatest showcase of skiing in the state? We propose a locale that can’t be defined by one name, but four. Yes, it’s quadruple the fun in Summit County. However close in proximity,…
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2 Colorado ski towns rank among USA Today’s best
Today, ski towns include everything from great restaurants, bars, and shops to excellent accommodations and often a historic atmosphere – and as anyone who has spent much time in Colorado knows, there’s no shortage of mountain enclaves worth checking out in the Centennial State. USA Today recently released their list of the ten best ski…
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Bear breaks into Breckenridge vehicle, causing enough damage to set off airbags
“Bear season is not over yet,” reads the caption on a November 7 social media post from Breckenridge Police Department related to a recent wildlife-involved vehicle trespass incident. According to the agency, a bear was discovered to be trapped in a vehicle in the area of Warrior’s Mark neighborhood, doing a significant amount of damage…
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Mountain town brat shop perfect for hungry ski country travelers in Colorado
Trying to find a great mountain town pit stop that’s sure to leave you happy and full during a trip to Summit County? Look no further than Ein Prosit, a Bavarian beer bar with a menu full of sausages and delicious sides. Located on Frisco’s picturesque Main Street, this restaurant is a great stop year-round.…
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Man escapes with life after 50-foot-fall from remote ‘knife edge’ climb in Colorado
A solo hiker escaped a big fall with his life in Summit County in recent days. According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, a call for help was received from a male solo hiker who fell about 50 feet on the knife edge section between 13,642-foot Father Dyer Peak and 13,185-foot Mount Helen. For those…