November 18

• Trails Open (Depending on snow conditions)

December 6

• Devil’s Thumb Ski Fest— Free Lessons, Free Demo

• Swix Clinic and barbecue; call for details

December 13

• Colorado Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Day & Devil’s Thumb Ranch Ski Festival

• 10-11:30 a.m.: Free Skate and Classic Lessons from DU Ski Team coaches and DTR Instructors for all levels

• 10 a.m.: Ski Joring Clinic (ski with your dog)

• 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free Kids Lesson from DTR staff

• 11:30 a.m.: Barbecue at Hecks

• 12:30-1:30 p.m.: SWIX Waxing Clinic

• 2-3:30 p.m.: Free Skate and Classic Lessons from DU Ski Team coaches and DTR Instructors for all levels

• 6 p.m.: Moonlight Dinner — Ski to romantic dinner at the yurt (reservation required); call for details

• 6:30-9:30 p.m. Full Moon Ski; Cost: $5 Trail Pass/ $5 Rental; Bonfire, marshmallows, and hot chocolate



December 14

• Ski and Soak Day — Lessons, yoga, pool, wine and more

• Start time: 9:30 am

• COST: $100 per person

• DETAILS: Join us for the second annual Ski and Soak Day. Learn how to skate ski (a graceful form of cross-country skiing) from expert coaches and the Women's Quest crew, then enjoy lunch and more skiing or relax with yoga or a soak in the resort's luxurious heated outdoor pool and hot tub. If you've always wanted to learn to skate ski, this is your chance for a comprehensive introduction to the sport in a supportive and relaxing environment. You'll be fitted for equipment by knowledgeable reps, then given group instruction on basic skills and techniques. Customize your day by choosing how to spend your afternoon: more skiing and a personal video analysis, or a wine and cheese session where you can learn about waxing techniques and equipment. Finish it off with a dip in the resort's geothermic pool and hot tub and a group yoga class to unwind. Save yourself the drive home and stay overnight — for lodging reservations, call (800) 933-4339



January 4, 2009

• Ski Joring Clinic 10 a.m.

January 10

• Moonlight Dinner — Ski to romantic dinner at the yurt (reservation required)

• Full Moon Ski and Ice Skating — 6:30-9:30p.m., $5 Trail Pass/$5 Rental — Bonfire, marshmallows, and hot chocolate

January 31

• Ski Joring Clinic 10 a.m.

February 6-8

• Governor’s Cup Ski Festival — Governor’s Cup Race and NCAA Invite, Tour, Music and barbecue — Call for race and event times

Three days of women’s, men’s and middle school cross-country races including a recreational ski tour and barbecue on Sun., Feb. 8. Watch national and local skiers race and compete against each other at this annual ski race. All race abilities welcome.

Feb. 6

• Moonlight Dinner — Ski to romantic dinner at the yurt (reservation required); call for details

• Full Moon Ski and Ice Skating — 6:30-9:30 p.m.; $5 Trail Pass/$5 Rental — Bonfire, marshmallows, and hot chocolate

February 15

• Ski and Soak Day — Lessons, yoga, pool, wine and more

• Start time: 9:30 a.m.

• COST: $100 per person

• DETAILS: Join us for the second annual Ski and Soak Day at beautiful Devil's Thumb Ranch. Learn how to skate ski (a graceful form of cross-country skiing) from expert coaches and the Women's Quest crew, then enjoy lunch and more skiing or relax with yoga or a soak in the resort's luxurious heated outdoor pool and hot tub. You'll be fitted for equipment by knowledgeable reps, then given group instruction on basic skills and techniques. Customize your day by choosing how to spend your afternoon: more skiing and a personal video analysis, or a wine and cheese session where you can learn about waxing techniques and equipment. Finish it off with a dip in the resort's geothermic pool and hot tub and a group yoga class to unwind. Save yourself the drive home and stay overnight — for lodging reservations, call (800) 933-4339

March 1

• Ski Joring Clinic 10 a.m. — Call for details

March 6

• Moonlight Dinner — Ski to romantic dinner at the yurt (reservation required)

• Full Moon Ski — 7:30-9:30 p.m., $5 Trail Pass/$5 Rental — Bonfire, marshmallows, and hot chocolate

March 14

• Grand Huts Progressive Dinner

• Grand Huts Association (GHA) is a Colorado nonprofit organized with the long term vision www.grandhuts.org/vision.htm of linking the Grand County backcountry with a system of eco-friendly huts that can be used year-round for cross country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking and other non-motorized outdoor pursuits by diverse populations. GHA will promote outdoor education by providing a venue for teaching safety, wise use and enjoyment of wilderness and national forest lands.

March 28

• 3rd Annual Backyard BBQ: barbecue, beer, raffle prizes, fun and games

April 12

• Trails close (Depending on snow conditions)