The Blue River is a 65-mile-long river that winds its way through the heart of Breckenridge. This river is part of a larger drainage area known as the Blue River Watershed, which encompasses all of Summit County. Blue River Watershed Group is a local, non-profit organization that works to protect and restore the rivers that we love […]
There are few things that pair together better than chilly weather and hand-crafted cocktails. Something about sipping on a cocktail apres-ski beside the fire feels like a hug from the inside. While it is known far and wide that Colorado has set the standard in craft beer, the craft distilling industry in the Centennial State […]
One of the things the many things that make Colorado so magical is the assortment of creatures that call the centennial state home! From the trout that swim in our rivers to evasive big cats, from gigantic moose to the tiny chipmunk, our wildlife is varied and plentiful. While there are hundreds of species in […]
Elevation in Breckenridge is around a staggering 10,000 feet! At higher elevation, the air pressure is lower with about 25% less oxygen than sea level. For some, this extreme elevation and “thinner air” can cause a range of symptoms related to altitude sickness. Altitude sickness varies in intensity from acute to severe and can really […]
Breckenridge Creative Arts, known as BreckCreate, is a local organization devoted to promoting arts, culture, and creative experiences. Since 2014, BreckCreate has been nurturing creativity and community through its program activities. BreckCreate is an affiliation of several local organizations including Breckenridge Backstage Theatre, Breckenridge Film Festival, Breckenridge Heritage Alliance, Breckenridge Music, and the National Repertory […]
There are few better ways to reward yourself than with a hot boozy drink after a day on the mountain. Take a stroll down Main Street and try out some of the best boozy hot chocolates, ciders, spiced wine and anything that you could desire. Of course, there are non-boozy drinks for the little ones […]