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Family Activities

Kids having fun in the snow on the mountain at Beaver Creek
Family fun happens every day of the week here at Beaver Creek!  Be sure to check out our ongoing family activities too.
Scenic winter mountain views of Beaver Creek

MONDAY

SKI WITH A RANGER
Forest Service Rangers and volunteers will guide a 45-minute ski tour on beginner and intermediate trails.

Location: Meet at Patrol Headquarters at the top of Cinch Express Chairlift #8
Time: 1:30pm
Dates: December 19, 2011 – April 9, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

RIPPEROO’S PARADE
Ski down to the village with Beaver Creek’s Ski & Snowboard School mascot, Ripperoo, while listening to Ripperoo’s favorite music!

Location: The parade starts at The Ranch and goes down beginner run Hay Meadow
Time: 2:30pm
Dates: December 12, 2011 – April 9, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

DISCO SKATE NIGHT
70’s music and free ice time (if you bring your own skates) complete with a music and light show.

Locaton: Black Family Ice Rink
Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Dates: December 19, 2011 – April 9, 2012
Equipment Needed: Skates – rentals available

Family snowshoeing at Beaver Creek

TUESDAY

NEW – RIPPEROO SIGHTING
Stop by Ripperoo’s Retreat to get your photo taken with Ripperoo. Then log onto your EpicMix account to see the photo and share it with your friends!

Location: Ripperoo’s Retreat, near the top of the Gold Dust run
Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm
Dates: Tuesday-Sunday, December 18, 2011 – April 15, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

ON-HILL STORY TIME
Join the Buckaroo Bonanza Bunch for story time on the hill. For ages 3-6.

Location: The Ranch, accessible via Buckaroo Express Gondola
Time: 2:30pm
Dates: December 13, 2011 – April 10, 2012
Equipment Needed: None

COMPLIMENTARY FAMILY SNOWSHOE TOURS
An active snowshoe tour for Beaver Creek guests ages 6+. Cookies and cocoa served upon your return. Call (970) 754-5313 to book.

Location: Beaver Creek Nordic Sports Center, base of the Strawberry Park Chairlift #12
Time: 4:00 – 5:30pm
Dates: December 20, 2011 – April 10, 2012
Equipment Needed: Atlas snowshoes and headlamps provided. Dress warm for active outdoor activity.
Limited to: 70 guests
Age Limit: 6+

WEDNESDAY

NEW – RIPPEROO SIGHTING
Stop by Ripperoo’s Retreat to get your photo taken with Ripperoo. Then log onto your EpicMix account to see the photo and share it with your friends!

Location: Ripperoo’s Retreat, near the top of the Gold Dust run
Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm
Dates: Tuesday-Sunday, December 18, 2011 – April 15, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

RAIL JAM PLAYGROUND
Rail session supervised by Beaver Creek Ski & Snowboard School for Level 5+ skiers and boarders.

Location: On snow in front of McCoy’s
Time: 4:00pm
Dates: December 21, 2011 – April 11, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear
Special Requirements: Intermediate and above. Waiver signed by parent or guardian.

Scenic view of Beaver Creek at night with fireworks

THURSDAY

NEW – RIPPEROO SIGHTING
Stop by Ripperoo’s Retreat to get your photo taken with Ripperoo. Then log onto your EpicMix account to see the photo and share it with your friends!

Location: Ripperoo’s Retreat, near the top of the Gold Dust run.
Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm
Dates: Tuesday-Sunday, December 18, 2011 – April 15, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

THURSDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Glow stick ski down to music with fireworks finale for Level 5+.

Location: Register at Children's Ski & Snowboard School. Call (970) 754- 5464 for times.
Times: Dusk
Dates: December 22, 2011 – March 29, 2012. Except for New Year's week when the Thursday show will take place on Saturday.
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear
Special Requirements: Waiver signed by parent or guardian.

Ice Rink in Beaver Creek Village

FRIDAY

NEW - RIPPEROO SIGHTING
Stop by Ripperoo’s Retreat to get your photo taken with Ripperoo. Then log onto your EpicMix account to see the photo and share it with your friends!

Location: Ripperoo’s Retreat, near the top of the Gold Dust run.
Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm
Dates: Tuesday-Sunday, December 18, 2011 – April 15, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

NEW – FAMILY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLUB

An après ski activity for BC families that teaches safety and promotes fun!
o   Meet Ski Patrol
o   Training and Recovery Demonstrations by Ski Patrol and the BC Avalanche Rescue Dogs
o   Tour a Snow Cat
o   Avalanche Grenade Toss Game
o   Live Entertainment
o   FREE Kids’ Snacks and Prizes
o   Food & Drink specials provided by McCoy’s
 
Location: Near the base of Centennial Express Chairlift #6
Times: 4:00 – 5:30pm
Dates: December 23, 2011 – April 13, 2012
 
 

Boarder rides a rail at Beaver Creek

SATURDAY

NEW – RIPPEROO SIGHTING
Stop by Ripperoo’s Retreat to get your photo taken with Ripperoo. Then log onto your EpicMix account to see the photo and share it with your friends!

Location: Ripperoo’s Retreat, near the top of the Gold Dust run.
Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm
Dates: Tuesday-Sunday, December 18, 2011 – April 15, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

RAIL JAM PLAYGROUND
Rail session supervised by ski and snowboard school for Level 5+ skiers and boarders.

Location: On the snow in front of McCoy’s
Time: 4:00pm
Dates: December 24, 2011 – April 14, 2012
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear
Special Requirements: Intermediate and above. Waiver signed by parent or guardian.

NEW – FAMILY FUNFEST
A village-style street fair complete with music, magic, food and fun!

Location: Beaver Creek Village
Times: 4:00 – 5:30pm
Dates: December 24, 2011 – April 14, 2012 
Equipment Needed: None

Group of skiers enjoying the slope at Beaver Creek

SUNDAY

ON-HILL STORY TIME
Join the Buckaroo Bonanza Bunch for story time on the hill. For ages 3-6.

Location: The Ranch, accessible via Buckaroo Express Gondola 
Time: 2:30pm
Dates: December 11, 2011 – April 15, 2012
Equipment Needed: None