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PARDI GRAS MARCH 6TH 2004 A winter sampler of fun.
demonstrations, free lessons, alpine Don't miss the Sons of Norway Barenløpit, sponsored by the Grand Mesa Nordic Council. This is the second annual special ski day for kids 3 to 13. Registration is 10:00 am at the Skyway Nordic Ski Area. Participants must bring their own equipment. Call Ron at 249-1869 for more information. Powderhorn Ski Resort
will
host the 8th Annual Ski The Pardi Gras Treasure Hunt takes place at the County Line Nordic Ski Area from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Who knows what you'll find! Mesa Lakes will offer the Moonlight Ski Special, both Friday and Saturday night. Over one mile of groomed x-country trail lit by luminarias, and special late dining. Call 970-268-5467. Lodges provide great warm-ups or lunch and dinner options.
Little
Britches Rodeo The oldest youth rodeo west of the Continental Divide features three days of rodeo, a parade, booths, and antique car show. Color
Sunday See the Byway dressed in its brightest party gown. The yellows of the Aspen, mixed with reds of the Gambel Oak and the dark green of the conifer trees marks this as one party you don't want to miss. An annual event that stars nature in all her glory. Food, activities and stunning beauty are all part of the attractions. 27th Annual
Apple Fest Cedaredge celebrates its past with
a celebration of the apple harvest. Craft and art booths, food venues,
entertainment, and great weather make this celebration special and a great way
to wind down your summer and start your Christmas shopping.
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www.byways.org for more about scenic byways
www.cedaredgecolorado.com for more information about Cedaredge
http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/gmug/ for the Grand Mesa National Forest
www.coloradoparks.org/vega for information about Vega State Park
www.pleateauvalley.com for information about Plateau Valley
www.westerncolorado.org for visitor information in Delta Country
http://gmnc.info for the Grand Mesa Nordic Council
www.powderhorn.com for Powderhorn Resort
1-800-436-3041 for the Visitor Line
skiing, sledding, snowmobile tours,
Nordic skiing, races, snowshoeing, and snow sculptures are all part of the
frosty fun. Funny wigs, costumes and of course, bright beads, masks
and toys can be found on skiers in the forest.
Challenge to benefit Colorado Discover Ability, Powderhorn's Adaptive Ski
Program. $50 per skier includes lift ticket. Registration is from 8 to
9:30 am, races from 10 am to 3 pm. Silent Auction & a Ski Challenge
Party at 4 pm. Call 970-268-5700 for more information.