Welcome to Avon, Colorado, the host of the 2012 Snowball Music Festival. Last year was the first year for the Snowball Music Festival and it went so well that the event will be happening again this year!

Scheduling

Snowball Music Festival will be taking place from March 2 – 4 in Avon, Colorado.  Avon is the town just outside of Beaver Creek and Down the road from Vail. The festival will be hosting a variety of shows ranging from Rock to Rap to Electronic: check out the full lineup and schedule. Snowball Music Festival will kick off on Thursday, March 1^st at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek including performances by Trampled by Turtles, Elephant Revival and Bonfire Dub ($30). The festival will continue on the next day and last throughout the weekend of March 2^nd as follows:

• Friday, March 2^nd: 1pm – 10pm

• Saturday, March 3^rd: 12pm – 10pm

• Sunday, March 4^th: 12pm – 8pm

 

Transportation

Avon is located just off I-70, making it a very accessible location. If you are staying up in the mountains for the weekend, Vail, Beaver Creek and Avon are all accessible and convenient. If you need transportation from the Vail Transportation Center, there is a $35 3-day shuttle pass available here. If you are more budget conscious, staying in Edwards or Eagle may be a better option. There is also the Eco Bus, that can transport you to and from the Eagle County Airport, Eagle, Edwards, Avon, Eagle Vail, Minturn, Leadville and Vail. The Eco Bus has various fares, depending on your trip.

 

Tickets

Tickets to the event are sold as 3-day passes. Currently, the pass is going for $159.50 right here. They have let out a few different levels of passes, so who knows if this pass will sell out or if there will be another price increase. There are also VIP tickets available today for $299.50 which includes preferred viewing areas, a tented heat lounge, full bar access and private restrooms.

After Parties

Each night when the festival winds down around 10pm, the party has just begun. There are various bars/restaurants that will host parties after the festival. These parties will have live music and/or DJs performing to keep the party going. These shows often sell out fast, so keep up with these restaurants to find out when tickets are going on sale:

• Samana Lounge (Vail Village)

• Vendetta’s (Vail Village)

• Agave (Avon
  

  Head to Agave on Saturday, March 3rd @ 9pm after the Snowball Music Festival

 

• Loaded Joes (Avon)

 

Local Tips

A music festival in the mountains…in the winter…There are a few things you need to know before trekking out here to see the show.

• Stay hydrated—staying hydrated is always the key to a good time, especially when traveling to high elevation (Avon is 7,340 ft above sea level). The air is thinner up here so your body needs more water, its that simple. And if you’re drinking, it is even more important to mix in some water now and then.

• Stay warm—don’t try and be the cool kid in a t-shirt. You may ne able to get away with this if you are in the DJ tent the entirety of the festival, but it is not recommended. Temperatures will be below freezing for most of the concert, especially after the sun goes down around 5-6. Dress for winter weather and bring a hat and gloves to ensure a good time.

• Don’t sleep in the car—while sleeping in the car has been a music festival pastime, it might not be the best idea for Snowball. With temperatures in the single digits at night, sleeping in your car is neither fun nor safe, and after partying hard getting a good night’s sleep is necessary if your want to continue partying through the weekend.

 

Well, there is a summary of what will be going on Snowball weekend, so be sure to take note of the aforementioned tips and have fun! And if you need lodging for the Snowball Music Festival be sure to contact one of our Friendly. Knowledgeable. Locals. today to see what we can do!

Colorado is unofficially the most amazing state there is – one that is generally known for its epic winters.  With 26 ski and snowboard areas in the state it’s no wonder people flock here to vacation during the winter months.  The mountains are huge, temperatures are mild and not to mention, Colorado people are downright awesome. But, winter is not all that Colorado has to offer.

 

Ask a Colorado local about what it’s like here in the summer and you’ll likely get an earful.  This state comes alive!  From the natural beauty to the adventures to the landscape, you just can’t help but dedicate yourself to new hobbies and challenges; they just come with the terrain.   Up in the higher elevations,  the hills become crowded with mountain bikers, backpackers, fishers, rafters, hikers, campers, concerts and everything else that comes to mind when you think of the great outdoors.

 

In recent years, resort markets like Vail and Aspen have invested heavily in marketing their resort as a summer destination.  With that has spurred a lot of development in special events and infrastructure to support these destination drivers.  From participatory sporting events to those focused on culture and the arts, there is something here for everyone.  Check out some the signature events happening throughout Colorado ski towns in the summer of 2012!

Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival – June 25 – August 4^th 2012
Food and Wine Classic in Aspen – June 15-17, 2012
Telluride Bluegrass Festival – June 21-24, 2012
Teva Mountain Games Vail – May 31 – June 3, 2012
Breckenridge Kingdom Days – June 18-19, 2012
Warrior Dash at Copper Mountain – August 18 – 19, 2012
Check out this short teaser of Colorado in the summer, presented by Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals.

Really, I could go on for days about the amazing things possible during a Colorado summer. However, I think it best that you come experience what it’s like for yourself. Give one of our Friendly. Knowledgeable. Locals. at Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals a call today to plan your summer vacation to Colorado!

Every year since 2001, Aspen has been hosting the Winter X Games. And every year, they up the ante and get more creative and intense with their jumps, terrain features and race tracks. This year will be no exception.

Winter X Games 16 will return again to beautiful Aspen, Colorado from January 26-29, 2012. Last year, various milestones were set, including the first triple cork in a snowboard competition, the first 1080 by a woman in the superpipe, the first 4-peat gold by Shaun White in the superpipe, and the Moore brothers did a back flip on a snowmobile—together (however they were disqualified from the event since the event was for “individuals”). The event grows bigger each year as athletes and judges continue to raise their performance expectations, along with the growing popularity of snow sports in general. Last year broke their previous attendance record of 85,100 and reset the bar at 114,200. Attendance is expected to increase again, making Winter X Games 16 the biggest Winter X Games yet.

There are also a handful of returning athletes with big expectations: Shaun White, Scotty Lago, Louie Vito, Gretchen Bleier, Kelly Clark, Hannah Teter, Kevin Rolland, Sebastien Toutant,Torstein Horgmo,  Sarah Burke, Lindsey Jacobellis, Daniel Bodin, and a handful of others.

Here is the schedule throughout the weekend:

Thursday, Jan 26:

10:30 am – Men’s Ski Slopestyle Elimination

1:30 pm – Women’s Ski Slopestyle Final

2:30 pm – Snowboard Street Final

7 pm – Snowmobile Freestyle Final

7:45 pm – Men’s Ski Slopestyle Final

 

Friday, Jan 27:

10:30 am – Men’s Snowboard Slopestyle Elimination

11:30 am – Men’s & Women’s Skier X Qualifying

1:30 pm – Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle Final

2 pm – Men’s & Women’s Snowboarder X Qualifying

3:30 pm – Adaptive Snowboarder X Exhibition

6:30 pm – Men’s Ski SuperPipe Elimination

8:30 pm – Snowbaord Big Air Final

9 pm – Women’s Snowboard SuperPipe Final

 

Saturday, Jan 28:

9:30 am – Mono Skier X Qualifying

11 am – Women’s Ski SuperPipe Final

12:30 pm – Men’s Ski SuperPipe Final

2 pm – Men’s & Wome’s Snowboarder X Final

6:45 pm – Ski Big Air Final

7:30 pm – Men’s Snowboard Slopestyle Final

 

Sunday, Jan 29:

12 pm – Men’s & Women’s Skier X Final

12:15 pm – Men’s Snowboard SuperPipe Elimination

2:45 pm  – Mono Skier X Final

7 pm – Snowmobile Best Trick Final

7:45 pm – Men’s Snowboard SuperPipe Final

 

Television coverage for this event can be found on ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN 3D. Internet coverage can be found on espn.com/action, xgames.com and espn3.com.  And don’t forget to check out all of last year’s footage to get stoked for this year.

When searching for lodging in Aspen or Snowmass for the X Games, be sure to contact us for the best deals. Also, our complimentary full service concierge will take care of all your ski rentals, lift tickets, and transportation to and from the airport.

Find out more about how our team of Friendly. Knowledgeable. Locals.^® can help you plan your customized X Games Vacation today!

For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered (GLBT) travelers, worrying about whether or not travel destinations are GLBT friendly is common. Aspen, Colorado is an amazing GLBT travel destination where GLBT travelers can sit back, relax, and take in all that the city has to offer without worrying about any anti-GLBT undertones. Aspen Gay Ski Week and GLBT Friendly Bars, lodging accommodations, and restaurants truly make this city the perfect place for your next vacation.

Aspen Gay Ski Week is a premiere ski event which will be hosted from January 15^th to 22^nd 2012. The event is a fundraiser for the Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund. Aspen Gay Ski Week is filled with parties, après ski celebrations, lunches on the mountain, a boutique night, a comedy night, and dining events at some of Aspen, Colorado’s world famous restaurants.

Though there are no exclusively gay bars in Aspen, Colorado, all bars are open and welcoming to same-sex couples. Some of the most notable bars that I have found for the gay crowd include Caribou Club, 39 Degrees, J-Bar, and The Regal Watering Hole. All of these venues are swanky, modern, and welcoming for GLBT people of all ages and identities.

Now watch out, some of these bars require a membership to get in. For example, the Caribou Club requires a membership which can range from $500 for a couple for one week to $20,000 for a lifetime membership. If you are looking to be pampered and experience truly world-class service and luxury, the Caribou Club experience is truly incomparable.

39 degrees is known as the “hippest lounge in town” and recognized as a favorite Playboy destination. If you are looking to meet people after a hard day on the slopes or a spectacular day under the sun, this is the place to be. If you are looking for a late night bite, try their House Made Pretzel with a mustard blend and cheese fondue. With warm fireplaces and grand comfy couches, 39 degrees is sure to please.

J-Bar is in Hotel Jerome and has an “authentic saloon atmosphere” while catering to a large and diverse crowd. Not only are the cocktails delicious, but J-Bar features quite an extensive fare of appetizers, decadent desserts, and unique culinary creations throughout the night. When you go, make sure to try the homemade Truffle Fries- they are to die for! When you go to J-Bar, make a meal out of it! Try the Natural J-Bar Burger with truffled pecorino, garlic aioli, and caramelized onions for a real treat!

Lastly, The Regal Watering Hole is perhaps the most GLBT friendly club in Aspen, Colorado. Owners Paul and Tim pride their establishment for being named “Best Place to Find a One-Night Stand” by the Aspen Times. Everything goes on this dance-floor! From private parties to fashion shows, this” Aspen Chic” vibe will encourage you to let loose and make the most of your time in colorful Colorado.

No-matter what you decide to do or where you decide to go in Aspen, Colorado, the city welcomes the GLBT community with open arms. From lodging and restaurants to clubs and nightlife, GLBT couples will experience only the finest in service, luxury, and ambiance in this premier resort destination.

Find out more about our team of Friendly. Knowledgeable. Locals. ^® can help you plan your customized summer or winter vacation in any of our fun-filled  destinations.

I’ve always been a bit of a music fanatic growing up. Though, with parents who are from a small village in China, I didn’t exactly have a broad range of music to choose from. Their music did help me develop an appreciation for cultural tunes though. It wasn’t until recently that I developed a love for jazz. I had an amazing opportunity over the summer to visit New Orleans twice and decided to stop into Preservation Hall, and thus, my love for jazz was born. I had no idea that I would find quality jazz in the middle of the mountains of Colorado, but I was pleasantly surprised by the discovery of Jazz Aspen Snowmass.


Like Preservation Hall, JAS aims to preserve Jazz in its purest form. Since 1991, the JAS hosts a June Festival filled with amazing performances. It is a ten day event with free and paid events featuring world-class musicians at the Benedict Music Tent. The entire line-up for the event hasn’t been announced yet, but it’s sure to be filled with performances that you don’t want to miss. Tickets for the 2011 June Festival will go on sale Monday, March 14, ticket prices are listed below:

June Festival Ticket Pricing (price includes all service charges)


Friday, June 24
Res A – $60
Res B – $40
GA – $20


Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26
Res A – $100
Res B – $80
GA – $60


I can’t wait until the festival! It’s only a few months away and I can already hear the trombones, trumpets, and my favorite, the saxophones. If you’re a fellow music lover, then I highly suggest you get your tickets! Maybe I’ll see you out there in June. Be sure to contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals for all your lodging needs!

So being an East Coast native I’m not that familiar with Rodeos. To be honest, I’ve never been to one and have always been interested in going to one.  I went ahead and looked up the definition of rodeo and this is what I got:


Rodeo:
n. pl. ro·de·o/ 1. A public competition or exhibition in which skills such as riding broncos or roping calves are displayed.


Yeah this definitely sounds cool and it would be a great experience.  And Beaver Creek will have they’re annual Rodeo this summer on June 30 and will run every Thursday during the summer.  It’s a perfect family event so young and old are sure to enjoy it. I decided to check out what events and activities will be going on and this is what I found.


+mutton bustin
+bull riding
+bronc riding
+barrel racing
+team roping


Other things to check out while you’re out there include a petting zoo, pony riding, an authentic Western BBQ and Saloon.


Transportation??? Not a problem! Free shuttles will run from the covered bridge in Beaver Creek Village. I’m excited, I can’t wait to experience this event and enjoy beautiful Colorado in the Summer.  Ok so now that you know a little more about this great event, its time to figure out lodging right?  Well I suggest that you ask one of our Friendly, Knowledgeable, Locals for help with all your lodging needs!

I love living in the mountains for several reasons – the open space, the pretty landscape, the way people are easy-going, and how there is always so much to do! When the winter winds down and the snow starts to disappear up here in the Rockies, many summer events are already lined up for us all to engage in and enjoy. Among these, one of the top independent Film Festivals will be taking place in June, just down the road from Vail in Breckenridge.


This year will be the 31^st annual Breckenridge Film Festival, featuring around 51 independent drama, comedy, spiritual, and documentary films. Additionally, the festival highlights a GLBT Film Series, showcasing diverse subject matter representative of the films’ creators, as well as presenting the audience with meaningful artistic perspective.


Breckenridge is a unique mountain town that offers quirkiness, character, natural beauty, and a youthful vibe. It is rather appropriate that the town of Breck has been a proud host of the indie film fest for so many years. In an article published last year in the Denver publication Westword, writer Amber Taufen stated “the Breckenridge Film Festival is an anomaly. The fest has managed to retain a truly indie vibe throughout its thirty years of existence.”


Now being the 31^st celebration of innovation, art, culture, and perspective, the festival should continue to impress this upcoming June. Taking place on the 9^th through the 12^th, early summer weather in Colorado will permit a truly enjoyable environment for the series. The event is hosted by renowned Film Critic Jeffrey Lyons, and his son Ben Lyons, E!’s own entertainment journalist.


You’ve heard it by many – people come to Colorado for the winter, and stick around Colorado for the summer. Come see what summer in the Rockies is all about, while indulging in the culture of independent film here in Breckenridge. Ticket info. for the event can be found here, and be sure to check out our lodging options for a comfortable stay.

The Town of Vail will be exhibiting wooden sleds decorated by local artists and will be on view in various locations throughout Vail Village. The first ever Invitational Art Sled Exhibition will promote sustainability, creativity, recreation and community. Want to buy one of the sleds on exhibit? Well you’re in luck! At the end of the exhibit the sleds will be sold in a silent auction and a portion of the proceeds will help fund art programs in Vail.


Exhibit opens this President’s Day weekend. They will be on exhibit in: Claggett Rey Gallery, Cogswell Gallery, Masters Gallery, Pismo Gallery, Vail Fine Art Gallery, Vail International Gallery, Vail Village Arts, Worth Interiors, The Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and the Vail Public Library. For details on the visit Art in Vail.


Want to go sledding now huh? Well check out Ellefson Park in Vail. It’s Vail’s most popular sledding hill (from what I’ve heard). The park is not crowded at all, there are table settings for you to eat or take a break. Here are some easy directions: Take the West Vail exit from I-70. (If traveling on I-70 E, cross under the I-70 on Chamonix Road). In the round-about, take the Chamonix Road. Left on Chamonix Lane. Left on Arosa Drive. Right on Garmisch Drive.


Want to do even MORE stuff around Vail? Ask one of our friendly, knowledgeable, locals at Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals for suggestions on even more things to do and all your lodging needs while you’re out here.

Nothing is more exciting than watching winter sports live.  The incredible talent and dedication these athletes have is unbelievable.  I am so excited to be going to the Winter X Games in Aspen. I have only seen winter sports on TV and I have always thought how amazing it would be to actually be there. Seeing the energy and excitement at these events I cannot wait to experience this myself!

ESPN Winter X Games 15 is right around the corner.  Two weeks marks the start of the X Games in Aspen/Snowmass.  This event brings in more than 250 ski, snowboard, and snowmobile athletes from across the globe!  The X Games are held at the base of Buttermilk Mountain and is free to the public, so there is no excuse to miss this awesome event in Aspen! The event beings on Thursday January 27^th and ends on Sunday January 30^th. In addition to the X Games there will be a complimentary Bud Light Hi-Fi concert at the base of Aspen Mountain featuring Big Boi on Saturday January 20^th.  If you cant make it to this awesome event check it out on ESPN an ESPN2 for 24-hour live coverage of the games.

It is not too late to plan your trip to the Winter X Games in Aspen/Snowmass. For lodging, lift tickets, and much more contract your Friendly, Knowledgeable, Locals at Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals to help you plan your trip!

Starting soon in Park City, The Swaner EcoCenter and Liberty Heights Fresh will be initiating the Sustainability Farmed Food (SFF) Program. This program will support the work of small producers and local family farms, encouraging the healthier option for Earth and body to choose sustainably.

This Monday, November 1st, the event “Exploring a Bold New Adventure in Fresh Food!,” will be going on at the eco center, at 6 p.m. The event will highlight information on choosing sustainable food options, whether you are strictly Vegan, or strictly Omnivore (or somewhere in between like me). Liberty Heights professionals of Salt Lake City, Steven Rosenberg (Chief Eating Officer) and Ria Barbosa-Wilson (Produce Manager), will be present to discuss and demonstrate how to eat tasty, organic food throughout the winter.

The two organizations have paired up to offer the SFF program, a 13-week program that provides weekly bags of organic produce, cheese, eggs, AND meat. These bundles of goodness will be available for pick up every Thursday, from 4:00 to 5:30 pm at the Swaner EcoCenter, and if pick up is missed during this time, it will be held at the Liberty Heights store through Friday. Additionally, every week will feature different food items. Details on the SFF program, including sign-up and advanced payment prices will be highlighted at the Monday night event.

Rosenberg and Barbosa-Wilson will also be performing cooking demonstrations – which will include fresh and tasty food samples! An RSVP is required for the event (savannah@swanerecocenter.org), and admission is $8 for non-members of the eco center, $4 for members, and ½ priced admission for kids. If you will be in the Park City area this winter, love to eat sustainably, or simply want to learn more about sustainable food, don’t miss out on this crucial information event! Can’t make it and want to sign up for the SFF program? Receive more information here.

And don’t forget to stay posted with more destination updates, at rockymountainvacationrentals.com.

This weekend, the highly anticipated Fourmile Canyon Benefit Concert was enjoyed by 6,500 people. Not only did this concert have an insanely epic line-up, but it also benefited a great cause. The show was put on to raise money for those affected by the Fourmile Canyon Fire which destroyed acres of nearby Colorado land and hundreds of homes just a couple of months ago. The benefit was able to raise over $300,000 in relief funds, with more looking to come in after the weekend.

The weekend started with two of my friends and I heading from Vail to Ft. Collins. There, I reunited with some great friends who made the trip out to Colorado from Minnesota for the concert. We warmed up our bluegrass dancing with a night of Cornmeal at the Aggie Theater. The next day we headed to Broomfield and rested up for the big night at the 1st bank center. The parking lot was raging outside the concert and we joined in the fun for a bit before excitedly entering the venue.

With no idea what the set list order would be, we anxiously entered the venue to be greeted by Leftover Salmon. During the set, Keith Mosely from String Cheese stepped in on the bass to soon be joined by his bandmate Bill Nershi and Phish’s Keyboardist, Page McConnel. This was just the beginning of all the epic guest appearances and it was only 7pm! Shortly after Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain String Band took the stage for a raging set of Bluegrass. Phish’s Jon Fishman took a seat at the drums halfway through the set and Mandolin player, Jeff Austin thanked the crowd for their support to help the fire victims.

Next up was Big Head Todd & The Monsters. I’d never seen this band before but I’ll make sure to see them again. During their set, Vince Herman from Leftover Salmon passed us by and I snapped a quick pic. Unfortunately my camera was a wee bit zoomed in but Vince had no time for another photo, as we were soon to find out him and the rest of Leftover Salmon were heading up to the stage to join Big Head Todd & The Monsters to cover the Grateful Dead’s, ‘Friend of the Devil’.

Up next was an acoustic set by Trey Anastasio and Mike Gordon from Phish who played some Phish favorites including ‘Back On the Train,’ ‘Water in the Sky,’ ‘Train Song’, ‘Sample in a Jar’, ‘Waste’, and ‘Possum’. Before leaving the stage, the duo turned the attention to all the firefighters in the audience and the entire crowd turned to applaud their heroic efforts with deafening roars of cheering, more than any band was to receive throughout the night.

As if their hadn’t been enough amazing music already, the String Cheese Incident took the stage to close out the show. Trey Anastasio joined the set early on, taking lead vocals as the band covered Joe Walsh’s ‘Rocky Mountain Way’. From there on out, all sorts of the evenings musicians were brought onto the stage, their set list also including ‘Round the Wheel,’ ‘Sitting on Top of the World’ and a cover of the Grateful Dead’s ‘I Know You Rider.’ By the time of the group encore, Bob Marley’s ‘One Love’ was performed by no less than 15 people, forming an epic jam-band I like to call the Big Leftover Cheese Mountain Band.

Overall, the show was a great success. The music was unbelievable and tons of money was raised for the Relief Fund. The devastating fire cost $4 million to fight and is estimated to have caused over $160 million in property damage. To donate to the relief fund head to CommFound.org or KBCO.com. You can also text a pledge to 303-720-7292.

In celebration of 151 years since Breckenridge was founded, the town will be featuring distilleries from across Colorado, artisan spirit seminars, and fine local cuisine in Breck’s annual “Craft Distiller’s Still on the Hill Festival.” The festival looks back to the early years of Breckenridge, highlighting some history of the Prohibition, a poker run, and restaurant specials for $18.59, homage to the founding year of Breckenridge.

The dining for $18.59 special lasts from October 8^th to the 16^th at select local restaurants, and the weekend of the 15^th and 16^th will be when the additional festivities take place. On Friday, the 15^th at 4:00, you can get your free passbook at the Gold Pan Saloon and hop around town for the Pub Crawl and Poker Run. Put on your best poker face, and you can score a chance to win some of Colorado’s local crafted artisan spirits. The best five-card poker hands will be in the running for some authentic booze.

Saturday, hit up the Poker Showdown at Breckenridge Distillery from 1-3 p.m. It’s free to attend, but make sure you bring your poker hand from the night before. The top three poker hands will be awarded prizes, and cocktails will be awarded to all participating, as well as tours of the distillery. Any ties will be settled with a high card showdown on the barrel head.

The tasting of spirits, of course, will continue on later Saturday. From 4-6 p.m., The Beaver Run Resort will host Still on the Hill Tasting, where Colorado’s distilleries will present sprits as an informal, walk-around event. It is $10 at the door to get a taste of all the delightful spirits.

So, with 151 years of celebrating Breckenridge, remembering the early years of Prohibition,  and indulging in local spirits while saving on lodging for the Fall season, make a weekend of getting up to Breck. Check out lodging deals with Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals, and talk to one of our local sales agents at 1-888-364-7596. Bottoms up!

Happy Autumn, to all our readers. The month of October is traditionally the “off season” for several ski town destinations, but that usually means that a few special events and killer deals start sprouting up across the mountains to attract money and attention from travelers continuing to roll through. Upon my search for upcoming events around Park City, I became interested in the “Mountain Living Sports and Travel Show” in Sandy, UT. Taking place mid October – from the 15^th to the 17^th, this event will feature exhibitors, attractions, seminars, and clinics appealing to the active outdoor enthusiast’s lifestyle.

The show will be at the South Towne Expo Center – kids are free and adults pay $10 for admission on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday.  The event will be produced by Coliseum Productions, and the featured categories of the show include winter sports, hunting and fishing, log cabins and mountain living, biking, hiking, camping, fitness, RV and motorsports, and vacation travel.

Some of the attractions that have been announced are:

-          The Archery Extravaganza on Hunting Simulation Organization’s 3D Motion Target Range \

-          Fly-Fishing Lessons, contests, and demos, sponsored by Cabela’s with demonstrations by top-ranked masters. Participants will get to compete for valuable prizes!

-          Rock Climbing Wall

-          Log and Timber Frame Structures

-          Prizes throughout the show, including rustic furniture and décor items, vacations, and gear

-          Dutch Oven Cooking Demos with master camp cook Roger B.

-          Seminars by speakers from outdoor-related businesses

-          Travel agents on the show floor

If you are into outdoor culture, or plan on vacationing to a mountain life getaway, don’t miss this unique event in the picturesque surroundings of Sandy, UT, just about 50 miles away from Park City and right by Salt Lake. Once you’ve mastered mountain living, book your lodging with Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals, by calling 1-888-866-2305.

Aspen, Colorado – A small town in Colorado recognized as Hollywood’s ski destination of choice.  The Hollywood appeal makes Aspen the perfect place to hold a film festival that features Independent Films; Films that are less “Hollywood” and more of a direct reflection of the filmmaker’s personal artistry.  In order to be considered an Independent Film, less than half of the film’s financing should come from a major studio.  This typically amounts to lower budgeted films whose success relies more on popularity spread through viral marketing.

For 32 years, Aspen Film, a 501(c)(3), has been enriching the lives of the community through film and educational outreach.  This Labor Day weekend, the Aspen Filmfest kicks off with their Sneak Program Peak and Special Guest Announcements.  However, the public will have to wait until September 8th for the official release of the full program both online and in print.  Tickets don’t go on sale to the general public until September 15^th, just two weeks before Filmfest kicks off!  This year celebrates the 70^th anniversary of John Lennon’s Birth, and what better way to recognize such a day than with a special performance from The Quarrymen, John Lennon’s original band.  Accompanying The Quarrymen will be a sneak preview of the upcoming feature film “Nowhere Boy”, a documentary capturing John Lennon’s growth from a boy, into a young man, to a famous musician in the band that became known as the Beatles.

The Aspen Filmfest will be held September 29 – October 3, 2010.  If you’re looking to catch wind of the latest in independent films from around the world, this is not an event to miss.  Get your tickets September 15 and book your Aspen lodging by calling 1-888-866-2305 to speak to your Friendly, Knowledgeable, Locals at Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals.