Wednesday Art Walks in Vail
Meet at the Vail Village Visitor Information Center on the top level of the parking structure for a free, guided tour of Vail Village and the public art collection with the town of Vail’s Art in Public Places coordinator. After an introduction to the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum, the tour winds its way through the Village with discussions of the history of the Vail Valley, the founding of Vail Mountain and the importance of site-specific art. The public art collection includes 40 works ranging from sculptures, murals, playground components, and site-integrated art.
Dec. 28-April 11 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
www.artinvail.com
970-479-2344
Imagination Station
The Imagination Station, Vail’s learning and discovery center, offers children ages 2 through 12 a wide variety of hands-on science and art activities. Reopening Jan. 2012.
970 479-2292
www.vailrec.com
Dobson Ice Arena
Located on the in-town bus route between Vail Village and Lionshead. Lessons, leagues and events. Public skating times vary. Call for details.
970 479-2271
www.vailrec.com
Colorado Ski Museum & Ski and Snowboard Club Hall of Fame
Located in the Vail Village Transportation Center. Interactive skiing and snowboarding history displays. Unique gift items. Open daily at 10 a.m. Free admission, donations appreciated.
970 476-1876
www.skimuseum.net
Vail Interfaith Chapel
Catholic Services: 5:30 p.m. Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays, Daily Catholic Mass at 8 a.m., Monday-Friday
Episcopal Services: 8 a.m. Sundays
Lutheran Services: 9:30 a.m. Sundays
Presbyterian Services: 11 a.m. Sundays
B’nai Vail Services, times vary, call 970-477-2992 for schedule
Chabad Vail,9 a.m. Saturdays in Vail Run, 1000 Lionsridge Loop. Call 970-476-7887 for details.
970 476-3347
www.vailchapel.com
Beaver Creek Loves Kids
In honor of families and kids, Beaver Creek brings animation and activities to the slopes to enhance the vacation experience. From movie nights and Kids Nights Out to activities the whole family will enjoy, Beaver Creek Loves Kids takes place during peak times throughout the winter.
Dec. 18, 2011- Jan. 1, 2012
Feb. 18-26, 2012
March 10 – April 8, 2012
Beaver Creek Snowshoe Adventure Series
This popular series features three races during the season in various locations throughout Beaver Creek. Beginners and walkers can enjoy a leisurely 5K, while hard-core competitors battle for a prize purse in the 10K race. Post race parties including food and prizes can be enjoyed after each race. All races begin at 11 a.m.
Jan. 8, Feb. 5, March 4
Ski with a Ranger Mondays
Forest Service Rangers and volunteers will guide a 45-minute ski tour on beginner and intermediate trails. Meet at Patrol Headquarters at the top of Cinch Lift #8.
Daily at 1:30 p.m. at Beaver Creek
www.beavercreek.com
Disco Skate Night at Black Family Ice Rink in Beaver Creek
Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. (Dec. 20 through March 28). Family’s can skate to ‘70s music and enjoy a light show. Free.
www.beavercreek.com
On-hill story time at Beaver Creek
Join the Buckaroo Bonanza Bunch for story time on the hill. For children ages 3 to 6. Time is TBD.
Mondays Dec. 20 through March 28
www.beavercreek.com
Snowshoe tours on Beaver Creek
For guests ages 6 and up. Attendees can enjoy cookies and cocoa afterwards. Meet at the Beaver Creek Nordic Center, at the bottom of Strawberry Park Lift #12. Showshoes and headlamps provided. Dress warm.
Tuesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
970-754-5313.
Beaver Creek Rail Jam
For riders level 5 and up, this event takes place Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4 p.m. on the snow in front of McCoy’s. Free. Bring your own equipment.
Dec. 22 through March 30
www.beavercreek.com
Thursday Night Lights at Beaver Creek
A glow stick ski down to music with fireworks finale. Skiers/riders level 5 and up should register at Kids Ski School at either 5:30, 6 or 7 p.m. depending on sunset. Bring your own ski/snowboard gear. Parents must sign a waiver.
MOUNTAIN WELCOME TOURS
Complimentary guided terrain tours (2 hours) of Beaver Creek Mountain are offered daily at 10am. Meet at the top of the Centennial Express Lift #6. Available to intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Dec 18 through March 27
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