February 11, 2023 - February 18, 2023: 7 NIGHTS

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CRESTED BUTTE, CO

Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Crested Butte is committed to preserving the pristine landscape and mountain lifestyle. With vibrant Victorian store fronts and expressive local characters, the small historic town remains true to its heritage and radiates an unparalleled welcoming and inviting spirit that celebrates a simpler life and time. Thanks to a widely diverse landscape, outdoor enthusiasts of all levels will find a new challenge with each visit. From world-class mountain biking, to legendary skiing and snowboarding, to a secluded fly-fishing experience, Crested Butte is one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets.
 
Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) features some of the best inbounds terrain in North America. The resort’s Extreme Limits Terrain features 542 acres of inbounds expert terrain accessed by two T-bars. In addition to the Extreme Limits, CBMR is known for its “naturally divided terrain,” including the rolling beginner runs from the Red Lady Express Lift; the long, cruising intermediate runs in Paradise and East River; to the steep mogul and groomed runs accessed by the Silver Queen Express Lift.

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Elevation
Base Elevation: 9,375 ft.
Summit Elevation: 12,162 ft.
Vertical Rise, Lift-Served: 2,775 ft.
Vertical Rise, with Peak Hike: 3,062 ft.
 
Snow
Average Annual Snowfall: 234 inches
 
Acreage
Total Skiable Acres: 1,547 acres
Acres of Snowmaking: 300 acres
Acres of Grooming: Approximately 300 acres nightly
 
Trail Classification
Conventional Trails: 121                                                          

• 26% beginner                                

• 57% intermediate                                   

• 14% advanced                                     

• 3% expert

Extreme Limits Terrain: 542 acres of in-bounds, double-black-diamond terrain
Longest Run: 2.6 miles (Peak to Treasury)
 
Number of Lifts: 14 Total

• 4 high-speed detachable quad chairs

• 2 fixed grip quad

• 2 triple chairs

• 1 double chair

• 2 surface lifts

• 3 Magic Carpets

Lift Capacity: 20,020 people/hour
 
Location & Getting Here
Crested Butte is located in southwest Colorado, within the Gunnison National Forest and the Elk Mountain Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The resort lies in the town of Mt. Crested Butte three miles from the town of Crested Butte, one of Colorado's largest National Historic Districts originally settled in the 1880s as a mining supply camp.
 
Crested Butte sits approximately 4 hours southwest of Denver, and just under 4 hours to the west of Colorado Springs. The easiest way to get to Crested Butte is via the Gunnison/Crested Butte Airport (GUC), located just 30 minutes from Crested Butte. Convenient connections are available through American Airlines and United Airlines from more than 150 cities across the U.S.

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• TRANSPORTATION: United Airlines Flight Newark / Denver / Gunnison

  • ONLY 32 Seats Available -- All others must purchase their own Air​

  • Note air schedules are subject to change, passenger taxes, surcharges, etc. may affect the final cost of the air.

  • Group shuttle to / from the airport

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• LODGING: The Grand Lodge, Crested Butte, Emmons Studio Units (21 available)

  • ​​7 Nights lodging,

    • Studio Units -- 21 Available

  • Hot Tub & Pool

  • All Prices per person
     

• SKI TICKETS Epic Pass: (all discounts will be reduce the amount due with the final payment)

  • Full Epic Pass $841 ($92 discount will be deducted from the final payment)

  • 6 Day Epic Pass $376 - ($45 discount will be deducted from the final payment)

  • 5 Day Epic Pass $322 ($34 discount will be deducted from the final payment)

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• MEALS: ​

  • No Breakfasts

  • A Group Dinner

  • A Happy Hour.

 

• PRICES Members:​​

  •    $2,314 double occupancy with air

  • + $1,097 additional single supplement

  • -  $  608 without air
     

• TRIP LEADER:

  • Marie Sernia​

  • Asst: Helen Paschenko

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRIP

All participants must be fully vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus/variants and in compliance with all local, state, federal, and national regulations in effect at the time of the Telluride Trip in order to participate.

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Participation in the trip is limited to 42 people.

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Trip insurance is strongly recommended. Airlines are more frequently cancelling flights.

To file a claim keep the following:

• Proof of the deposit paid with date of 1st payment

• Invoice (print your sign up page)

• Proof of all payments made

• Payments made via Zelle add a memo on the payment and print the proof

• It is the members individual responsibility to keep this info.

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