Friday, January 2, 2015

January is National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month at Keystone

With nearly two and a half feet of snow in recent weeks, and more on the way, Keystone ushers in 2015 with phenomenal conditions and a lineup of activities during January.  Plus, following the New Year and outside of the Martin Luther King Holiday Weekend, January is considered an “off-peak” month for skiers and riders; meaning great deals on lodging, and the perk of feeling like you have the mountain to yourself. Find out more after the jump.

Night Skiing

Don’t be left in the dark; Keystone features the longest ski day in all of Colorado with 243 acres of lit terrain available. Lifts turn from 8:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday in January, and until 6 p.m. on Sundays. Special Holiday hours will allow skiers and riders to enjoy extended days on Sunday and Monday, Jan. 18-19.

Learn to Ski and Ride Month

Learning to ski or ride is an excellent way to become more active, participate in a new sport, and enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. There’s no better time to learn than January – National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, a snowsports initiative designed to encourage new participants with great offers across the industry.

Keystone’sadult beginner lessons are all available in a buy two get one free package starting from $262. First-time adult skiers and riders can purchase a $15 limited access lift ticket with any beginner lesson. For Children, Camp Keystone’s ski and ride school facility offers themed days, a 24-foot long slide that provides access to the snow from inside the building, and guarantees children the same instructor with three or more days of ski school booked in the Mountain House location. Additional adult and child lesson options can be purchased in advance online at keystoneresort.com.

Savor the Slopes

Keystone is well known for its culinary prowess, including three AAA four-diamond rated restaurants and a number of signature dinging experiences. During January, guests can take in those signature experiences with Savor the Slopes, a rotating showcase of the best of Keystone’s foodie scene. Events will highlight food, wine, beer and spirits, and Keystone’s expert staff will be on-hand to elevate guests’ knowledge and enjoyment. All tasting events begin at 4 p.m. and are $25 per person with reservations required, 970-496-4386.

Jan. 21, Der Fondue Chessel – Taste of fondue

Jan. 22, Alpenglow Stube – Wines of Napa Valley

Jan. 23, Keystone Ranch – Farm-to-table presentation with Executive Chef Steven Vlass

Jan. 24, Bighorn Bistro & Bar – Creation of a menu item: the dissection of an entrĂ©e

Jan. 25, The Ski Tip Lodge – Hors d'oeuvres made easy with Executive Chef Brian Baker

Jan. 28, Der Fondue Chessel – Cabernet at its finest

Jan. 29, Alpenglow Stube – Wild game

Jan. 30, Keystone Ranch – Colorado spirits

Jan. 31, Bighorn Bistro & Bar – Craft beers with gastropub inspired bites

Burton Experience Snowboard Tour

Jan. 31-Feb. 1:The Keystone Burton Experience Snowboard Tour, a weekend full of free clinics, demos, activities and live entertainment, features discounted lift tickets and free, hour-long snowboarding clinics for anyone ages 3-and-older. Clinics will be held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Mountain House base area on Saturday and Sunday. This family-friendly weekend will feature women’s only clinics, professional Burton athletes and music as part of the on- and off-snow activity.