Festival

 

 

Although I wish the ski area was open, we managed to have a little fun today.  The Festival of the Brewpubs brought out the crowd.  The New Classics were cool.  The local brewpubs made a strong showing.  A bit of cool and breezy weather didn't slow down the the A-Basin gang.  The A-Basin beanies were a popular item today.  That connects with a vague recollection about supply and demand from econ class 30-something years ago.

Festival

 

 

Although I wish the ski area was open, we managed to have a little fun today.  The Festival of the Brewpubs brought out the crowd.  The New Classics were cool.  The local brewpubs made a strong showing.  A bit of cool and breezy weather didn't slow down the the A-Basin gang.  The A-Basin beanies were a popular item today.  That connects with a vague recollection about supply and demand from econ class 30-something years ago.

Successful Chili Festival

Despite all the weather challenges, I think we have to call the Arapahoe Basin Chili Festival a success.  About 300 people joined us for some great food, great music, and dancing.  Vince Herman and Great American Taxi were as good as expected.  People loved them. 

Like everything we do at The Basin, I seem to spend a lot of time worrying about the weather.  Today was one of those that drive you crazy.  The morning was a mix of cloudy skies, snow and graupel.  About 10:30 we faced the inside versus outside decision.  We nervously went with outside.  The band finished their first set while it was snowing pretty hard.  Just as they started the second set, the sun popped out and we had a great afternoon.  A good time was had by all.  Next year we will do the Chili Festival and have skiing.  Thanks to all of you that came. 



Don't forget Sunday May 27 is the Festival of the Brewpubs.  See you there.

Successful Chili Festival

Despite all the weather challenges, I think we have to call the Arapahoe Basin Chili Festival a success.  About 300 people joined us for some great food, great music, and dancing.  Vince Herman and Great American Taxi were as good as expected.  People loved them. 

Like everything we do at The Basin, I seem to spend a lot of time worrying about the weather.  Today was one of those that drive you crazy.  The morning was a mix of cloudy skies, snow and graupel.  About 10:30 we faced the inside versus outside decision.  We nervously went with outside.  The band finished their first set while it was snowing pretty hard.  Just as they started the second set, the sun popped out and we had a great afternoon.  A good time was had by all.  Next year we will do the Chili Festival and have skiing.  Thanks to all of you that came. 

Don't forget Sunday May 27 is the Festival of the Brewpubs.  See you there.

Chili Festival

One last reminder.  Come join us Saturday, May 19 for the Arapahoe Basin Chili Festival.  Fresh chili and pork sliders will be served starting at noon.  Listen to Great American Taxi from 1-4 in the afternoon.  Should be a great day.  Coming up here might help with those closed ski area blues.

Chili Festival

One last reminder.  Come join us Saturday, May 19 for the Arapahoe Basin Chili Festival.  Fresh chili and pork sliders will be served starting at noon.  Listen to Great American Taxi from 1-4 in the afternoon.  Should be a great day.  Coming up here might help with those closed ski area blues.

Roasting Chilis

Walked into the A-Frame kitchen yesterday afternoon and Chef Paul was roating Poblano and Anaheim chilis.  That is one of my favorite smells.  We are still looking forward to a great Saturday.  Come up and enjoy the music and the first A-Basin Chili Festival.

Roasting Chilis

Walked into the A-Frame kitchen yesterday afternoon and Chef Paul was roating Poblano and Anaheim chilis.  That is one of my favorite smells.  We are still looking forward to a great Saturday.  Come up and enjoy the music and the first A-Basin Chili Festival.

Great American Taxi

Don't forget to come up this Saturday for the Chili Festival featuring the music of Great American Taxi. Take a look at their website, www.greatamericantaxi.com. I saw them last summer and really enjoyed the show. We will be serving various chilis and pork sliders. Sierra Nevada beer and Sobieski vodka specials will be available. The 6th Alley Bar and Arapahoe Sports will be open from noon-6PM. Enjoy the music from 1-4PM. Looking forward to seeing you there and talking about the season, especially this spring.

Great American Taxi

Don't forget to come up this Saturday for the Chili Festival featuring the music of Great American Taxi. Take a look at their website, www.greatamericantaxi.com. I saw them last summer and really enjoyed the show. We will be serving various chilis and pork sliders. Sierra Nevada beer and Sobieski vodka specials will be available. The 6th Alley Bar and Arapahoe Sports will be open from noon-6PM. Enjoy the music from 1-4PM. Looking forward to seeing you there and talking about the season, especially this spring.

Mountain Views and Access

Check out the photo Scott Carlson sent me today.  This morning he skinned up to the Summit.  The mountain is open for public access for skinning or hiking.  It is very different now from when we were open.  Some snowcat work has been done and the summer road has been plowed.  If you do go up, enjoy yourself, but be very careful with the conditions.

Mountain Views and Access

Check out the photo Scott Carlson sent me today.  This morning he skinned up to the Summit.  The mountain is open for public access for skinning or hiking.  It is very different now from when we were open.  Some snowcat work has been done and the summer road has been plowed.  If you do go up, enjoy yourself, but be very careful with the conditions.