Metromix Special: The Winter Gods Smiled Upon Snow Daze

The Winter Gods Smiled Upon Snow Daze
The Fray, Leftover Salmon and Big Head Todd christened another season at Vail
By Juliana Broste
Originally published on Metromix.com on December 15th

Three nights of non-stop musical action featuring Colorado favorites, such as The Fray, Leftover Salmon and Big Head Todd & the Monsters kicked off the winter season at Vail Snow Daze. This magnificent lineup crowns the weeklong series of Snow Daze festivities, bringing together fans from near and far. Music-lovers packed into Dobson Arena, tapping to the beats of Big Head Todd & the Monsters, and dancing, or shall we say, hula-hooping, to Leftover Salmon. Fans stood in the middle of a snowstorm while singing along with The Fray at Ford Park. Nothing, and we repeat nothing, could have stopped this long awaited winter celebration—and the snow Gods were oh-so-pleased. With over a foot of fresh snow blanketing Vail Mountain Sunday morning, Vail Snow Daze delivered all promises and then some.

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Metromix Special: Where to Play on a Winter Day

Where to Play on a Winter Day
By Juliana Broste, Special to Metromix & 9News Denver
Originally published on Metromix.com on December 5th

Feeling a little cramped with all the relatives in town? Holiday fun awaits in the high country. Just take a quick zip up I-70, and you’ll soon be surrounded by mountains of thrills. Whether you’re in it for the adrenaline rush or simply interested in the scenery, Colorado has it all when it comes to outdoor activities. So grab your hat and coat already—and head out to some of these winter hot spots.

Ice Skating
Tubing
Ski Biking
Night Skiing
Snowmobiling
Dog Sledding
Snowkiting
Cat Skiing
Hot Springs

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