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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.
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MONDAY

SKI WITH A RANGER 
Description:
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 Chairlift - Lift #8
Time: 1:30pm
Dates: Mondays, December 17, 2012 – April 8, 2013
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

RIPPEROO’S PARADE 
Description:
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 10, 2012 – April 8, 2013
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear

DISCO SKATE NIGHT 
Description: 70’s music and free ice time complete with a music and light show! 
Locaton: Black Family Ice Rink
Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Dates: December 17, 2012 – April 8, 2013
Equipment Needed: Skates – rentals available

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TUESDAY

ON-HILL STORY TIME 
Description: Join the Buckaroo Bonanza Bunch for story time on the hill. For ages 3-6 
Location: The Ranch
Time: 2:30pm
Dates: December 11, 2012 – April 9, 2013
Equipment Needed: None

COMPLIMENTARY FAMILY SNOWSHOE TOURS
Description:
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 18, 2012 – April 2, 2013
Equipment Needed: Atlas snowshoes and headlamps provided. Dress warm for active outdoor activity.
Limited to: 70 guests
Age Limit: 6 years old and up

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WEDNESDAY

RAIL JAM PLAYGROUND
Description:
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 19, 2012 – April 10, 2013
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear
Special Requirements: Level 5 and above. Waiver signed by parent or guardian.

Scenic view of Beaver Creek at night with fireworks

THURSDAY

THURSDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Description:
Glow stick ski down to music with fireworks finale for intermediate Level 5 and up.
Location: Register at Children's Ski & Snowboard School.
Times: 5:30pm, 6pm 0r 7pm – Call (970) 754-5464 for specific times
Dates: December 20, 2012 – March 28, 2013. Except for New Year's week when the Thursday show will take place on Monday 12/31/12
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear
Special Requirements: Waiver signed by parent or guardian.

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FRIDAY

FAMILY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLUB
Description:
An après ski activity for BC families that teaches safety and promotes fun!
o   Meet Ski Patrol
o   Tour a Snow Cat
o   Launch an Avalanche "grenade"
o   Special entertainers 
o   Food & Drink specials 
 
Location: The green space behind McCoys, left of Centennial Express Chairlift #6
Times: 4:30 – 5:30pm
Dates: December 21, 2012 – April 12, 2013
 
 

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SATURDAY

RAIL JAM PLAYGROUND
Description:
Rail session supervised by ski and snowboard school for intermediate Level 5 and up.
Location: On the snow in front of McCoy’s
Time: 4:00pm
Dates: December 22, 2012 – April 13, 2013
Equipment Needed: Ski or snowboard gear
Special Requirements: Level 5 and above. Waiver signed by parent or guardian.

FAMILY FUNFEST
Description:
A village-style street carnival complete with games, prizes, caricatures, activities & fun! 
Location: Beaver Creek Village
Times: 4:00 – 5:30pm
Dates: December 15, 2012 – April 13, 2013 
Equipment Needed: None

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SUNDAY

ON-HILL STORY TIME 
Description:
Join the Buckaroo Bonanza Bunch for story time on the hill. For ages 3-6. 
Location: The Ranch
Time: 2:30pm
Dates: December 9, 2012 – April 14, 2013
Equipment Needed: None