Whale's tail is one of the most spectacular ski runs in Summit County, in my humble, okay, not so humble opinion. I have always felt exhilarated when skiing it. It's a double black diamond, so half the excitement is dropping into the bowl. The views are breathtaking. See those little dots looking over the cornice?... Continue Reading →
Breckenridge International Snow Sculpture Championship
Breckenridge, Colorado has hosted the International Snow Sculpture Championships since 1990. This year, sixteen teams from around the world chiseled and sculpted huge mounds of snow packed into 20-ton blocks. They had ninety-six hours to complete these magnificent but temporary works of art. No power tools were allowed. I photographed these eye candy sculptures so... Continue Reading →
The Ultimate Guide: 10 Things to do in Breckenridge
It's about time I wrote this ultimate guide of 10 things to do in Breckenridge Colorado. This pretty mountain town is one of my favorite places in Colorado! Skiing and snowboarding are the main attractions for tourists in winter, but there are many other activities to choose from. But first, a little history about Breckenridge:... Continue Reading →
Escape Room – You Have to Try This!
Looking for a new activity? Try an Escape Room! We had a blast and you will too. I recount my fun experience and how I learned something about myself. When I heard an Escape Room had opened in Breckenridge, I had to try it. The idea of solving clues in order to escape during an... Continue Reading →
Join The #Blessed Project!
It’s been a Wild month and the holidays are upon us. How did that happen? It can be hard to switch gears from stressed-out to happy guest or entertainer. Compounded by worry and lack of sleep, our usual energy may be zapped. We may feel far from blessed. I have a solution for you! Sometime... Continue Reading →
An Unexpected Visit from Wild and Wonderful Old Man Winter
We drove up to Breckenridge last weekend, expecting wonderful weather and golden-hued fall color. I couldn't believe it when the snow began to fly as we approached the Eisenhower Tunnel. I had wondered when Old Man Winter would pay us a visit, but I figured he might wait until the middle of October. Only a... Continue Reading →
Summer’s Race for Stillness
Summer fun includes a wide range of activities. Some can be enjoyed at breakneck speeds while others require taking a moment to be still and take in the surrounding beauty. It's wildflower season in the high country. Summer is so fleeting at high altitudes, it's hard to find them at their peak. I went on... Continue Reading →
Take a Risk or Crash and Burn
Talk yourself out of taking risks or imagine an adventure where all the moving parts work together in perfect harmony and go for it.
Breckenridge’s Short-Lived Masterpieces – Photo Essay
Last weekend the International Snow Sculpture Championship began in Breckenridge, Colorado. Sculptors from around the world came to compete. They all started with the same block of snow. These were my favorites. Bright colored lights added quite the theatrical dimension. A mighty fist bump. The widow maker. An entry from Breckenridge, Colorado. A... Continue Reading →
Creepy or What?
A couple of weeks ago my husband Danny and I drove up to the Mount Grays and Torreys trailhead. My SUV wound up the steep dirt road so slow a granny with a walker could have passed us at times. While struggling over rocks and pot holes in the comfort of my Toyota Highlander, I... Continue Reading →