Copper Mountain proudly supports the National Ski Area Association Safety Awareness Week by putting on SafetyFest from January 19th – 20th, an annual weekend of safe skiing and riding education with various demonstrations and giveaways. This is a great opportunity if you or a family member are newer to skiing and snowboarding or if you simply want to enjoy a great weekend of hitting the slopes while learning some inside tips from the pros and enjoying free yoga and other activities.
This year’s Safety participants include:
- Slope Operations
- Woodward Copper
- Copper Mtn. Junior Ski Patrol
- Nokian Tyres
- CMC Nursing Program
- Anthony Medical Center
- Summit Huts Association
- Summit County Rescue Group
- US Forest Service
- CMC Snow Science Program
A few highlights of the SafetyFest include:
- 9:00 am – 10:00 am- Free Yoga in the Conference Center
- 10:00 am – Tour a Flight for Life Helicopter on Sunday only
- 11:00 am – Watch the dog drills in the Burning Stones Plaza
- 12:30 pm – Watch the dog drills in West Village by the Kokomo lift
- 2:00 pm – View an avalanche airbag demonstration
- 4:00 pm – Help ski patrol close down the mountain at Timberline Patrol
- All Day – Ski Patrol open house and free cocoa at Patrol Headquarters and Timberline Patrol
- Daily prize drawings at 3:00 pm in Burning Stones Plaza
Meet the Copper Mountain Ski Patrol & Watch the Avalanche Dogs in Action
Head to the Patrol Headquarters or Timberline Patrol at Copper Mountain to meet the ski patrol staff, learn insider tips, meet an avalanche dog, and sip some free hot cocoa! You will also have an opportunity to join the ski patrol as they close the mountain. Sign up and spend the late afternoon helping the professionals “sweep” the mountain.
A highlight of SafetyFest is the opportunity to watch the Copper Avalanche dogs in action as they demonstrate how they search for and find a buried avalanche victim. It is incredible to experience and something the whole family will enjoy!
Book Your Stay at the Frisco Inn on Galena – A Nearby Mountain B&B
If you are looking for a place to stay during the weekend of SafetyFest, look no further than the Frisco Inn on Galena. A short drive to the Copper Mountain Resort, this mountain bed and breakfast boasts scenic views, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, gourmet breakfasts and coffees, and plenty of amenities.
Book your stay at the Inn today for an incredible winter weekend getaway! Image from coppercolorado.com
