Orlando Gill lost his right leg in 2004 when a rocket-propelled grenade tore through his body. The U.S. Army sergeant was devastated. Dark thoughts filled his mind. It was the end of his second tour in Iraq, but it felt bigger than that. It felt like the end of hope. “When I first got to […]

Copper Mountain Resort celebrates its 40th season this weekend with discounted lift tickets ($40 of course) and a ‘far-out anniversary bash.’ Revelers are encouraged to bust out the ’70s threads (and lingo) and show up ready to ski and party.   The weekend In true Copper style, the 1972 vibe will be rolling all weekend, […]

ammy was born in Australia 1991 and came to America looking for the perfect place to be a ski bum.  He landed in Summit County and quickly realized that he needed a job to support his boarding. Rocky Mountain Resort Management was glad to hire him and make him our new mascot. VISIT SAMMY’s PAGE Sammy is […]

Title: Gobbler Chase Snowshoe Race Location: Copper Mountain Colorado Link out: Click here Description: Grab your snowshoes and walk, trot or run to Copper’s 9th Annual 5k Gobbler Chase , benefiting the Copper Environmental Foundation. Sign up online by Nov. 25 for a discount, only $20 at www.GobblerChase.com. On-site registration is available on the day […]

Title: 11th Annual Leftover Yam Jam Description: Happy ThanksJibbing! Don’t miss the first rail jam of the season, put on for you by Woodward at Copper, so you know it will be off the hook! This rail jam is open to both skiers and snowboarders, men and women, professional and amateur, and helmets are required. […]