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A valley in Colorado’s high country, where soldiers trained in mountain combat long ago is now a national monument, established by President Biden during a ceremony at the facility, near Leadville, earlier this week.
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Every Tuesday, we talk with the Colorado Sun to find out what stories are on their radar. This week, KUNC’s Beau Baker spoke with editor Larry Ryckman.
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The U.S. Forest Service has ordered a halt to the expansion of a Rocky Mountains ski resort after contractors mistakenly demolished protected alpine tundra to create a temporary road.
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With decreasing snowpack due to drought and climate change, the ski industry has invested millions of dollars in more efficient snowmaking systems. Some question whether the practice is a wise use of energy and water. But a Colorado water official says snowmaking accounts for less than one-tenth of 1% of the water that is diverted in the state and is considered a beneficial use because it brings in tourism.
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On today’s episode of Colorado Edition, we learn about a new research center out of Colorado State University that will study the benefits of cannabinoids. We also hear how a collaborative in Northern Colorado is weaving spooky stories into an upcoming event series. Plus we speak with legendary ski map artist James Niehues as he retires from painting trails and passes his torch forward.
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A bill before lawmakers this week would require Colorado ski resorts to publicly report injury and fatality statistics, a measure that’s being met with strong resistance from the ski industry and its backers. Proponents say such a law would force resorts to be more accountable for safety problems.
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Some of the Mountain West's COVID-19 hotspots have been, and continue to be, areas with major ski resorts.
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Ahead of reopening, companies spent months designing new safety protocols. Many also rolled out new reservation systems to help limit crowd sizes, meaning the start of the season will look different this year.
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Breckenridge Ski Resort opened its slopes to skiers and snowboarders on Friday, drawing large crowds even as Colorado’s COVID-19 numbers and hospitalizations climbed to record levels.
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The number of skiers and subsequent crowds at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area in Colorado has declined since last ski season, a report said.Chief Operating…