The Chase is On! June 20, 2006
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The Copper Chase – a two-day, adventure style race – returns for the second year July 1-2. I happen to know that teams are in for a treat because Nick and Jonathan – your fearles race directors – are bringing their usual bag of tricks and then some. I'm keeping an eye out for the mud pit, the mountain biking portion, the lily pad test and more.
Checkered flags and Silly outfits June 13, 2006
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This weekend was the grand opening of the Ten Mile Speedway – the only go-kart track in Summit County. To open the track in style, Copper hosted Derby Days. Teams of four competed in a number of differently formatted races in what I can only describe as organized chaos and to add to the atmoisphere, the teams also held a contest for the most outrageous team costumes.
The racers enjoyeds the wind in their hair, the crowd enjoyed the tight corners and silly costumes, and the haybails around the track will see another weekend.
The Ten Mile Speedway is open throughout the summer at Copper and is available a la carte or as part of the Summer Day Pass.
Thanks,
LP
Joe Satriani at Guitar Town June 5, 2006
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Can I just share how psyched I am for the Joe Satriani show during Guitar Town weekend? Check out his 1992 "The Extremist" album for some outstanding instrumental guitar. I'm hoping to spread the word to all the guitar aficionados out there who would especially apprieciate a free show in the mountains. All the Front Range Guitar Centers are involved in strumming up (ooo, bad pun) some talent for the Gutars On Fire amateur competition so we should be able to spread the word on a fairly grass roots level. We might even excite some people who wouldn't normally associate Copper with great live music. I love seeing the diversity of people that come out for Copper's unique events. And when I can truly be excited, it's all the better.
Until next time,
CG
Gearing up for the summer season at Copper June 2, 2006
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The locals have a saying ariound here. You move to Summit County for the winters but you stay for the summers. The sentiment couldn't be more true right now. This is my favorite time of year in the high country. It reminds me of why I love living here. The highest Aspen trees are finally blooming, shifting the dominant color from a snowy white to a lush and slowly deepening green. The river levels are healthy and full. The temperatures are nearly high enough for flip-flops at night. And the aniticipation of another great summer at Copper is almost tangible.
Driving into work this morning, I smelled the freshly cut grass of Copper Creek Golf Course. That's a scent everyone can relate to, but imagine what it's like to smell spring while marveling at the SKY chutes or the distant peaks of the Gore Range. It may sound hokey, but I'll tell you, I never get sick of it.
Incidentally, the go-kart track looks nearly ready to roll. I'm going to try to sneak in a "test drive" one of these days. For safety sake of course…
Until next time,
CG
Fore! June 1, 2006
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Copper Creek Golf Course opens tomorrow, June 2 - I went on a week-long vacation in May and when I came back to the resort, I couldn't believe how green the grass was on the golf course and that, in the wake of 30 feet of snow this season, we're ready to go so early in June.
Our par-70, 6057 yd long course works for both beginners and seassoned golfers with forward and back tees. Someone once told me that you can drive the ball farther at Copper Creek because of the elevation – I haven't brought Mythbusters out to check yet, but what a confidence booster.
Talk to you soon,
LP
