We booked with this school for adult ski lessons. Our instructor was awful. He did not introduce…read morehimself or bother to learn our names or faces. When it came time to practice skiing, I was struggling to move, and he left me to figure it out. When I got to the area he was at with the rest of the group, I asked him to catch me up, and he said just to watch the others. Even after practicing and watching him help others, he still would not help me. I sat to the side, frustrated, and he never checked on me once. I was able to get a refund from the school. The reason I give 3 stars is that this school has very kind instructors who helped me when my fiancé was teaching me. It was not a one-off experience because my friend, who was in the ski lessons with me, was also told to just learn by watching others. If we are paying $150, our instructor should be more hands-on. I saw he was being monitored after my complaint, but he still treated the students the same.

Don't waste your money if you are a beginner! Paid for half day beginner lesson for my son, who…read moretravelled to ski for the first time. He was not placed in the beginner's group, could not keep up, and was denied moving to the beginner's group when he caught up with the instructor.

I was in Breck for a work trip and had the option to choose one of several activities, and I picked…read morethe snowcat ride because I had never been on one before and wanted to try something new. Our group ran a little late and I ended up being the only person who showed up, and the staff could not have been more patient or accommodating about it. I was fortunate enough to get what essentially felt like a private ride, which made the whole experience feel very personal. They give you a walkie talkie so they can share updates and explain what you're looking at along the way, which I really appreciated because it made the ride feel intentional and educational rather than just scenic transportation. The snowcat itself is super comfortable and cozy. There are seat belts, thick blankets in the seating area, and the heat kicks on so you are warm the whole time. The cabin has large glass panels on all sides, so you can see the forest, the mountains, and the groomed trails without being exposed to the cold. The ride is very gentle and smooth, and they move at a reasonable pace while being thoughtful about cross country skiers on the trail, stopping when needed to let people pass. I found myself completely mesmerized watching the grooming attachment in front reshape the snow and lay down those perfectly clean parallel ski tracks. We stopped at a historic cabin that had been relocated and rebuilt years ago, and it was cozy inside with a guest book and bits of history to read. I ended up wanting to get back into the snowcat fairly quickly because it was so warm and comfortable in there, and the views from inside were amazing. It was quiet, beautiful, and surprisingly peaceful, and I came away with some great photos on my film camera and a super memorable first snowcat experience.

Most people come to Breckenridge in the winter to hit the slope. But if you're afraid of downhill…read moreactivities like me, you'll find great alternatives at the Nordic Center! A day pass is $30, which is a little pricey but ultimately worth it. You can rent snowshoes or Nordic skis for a similar price. My friends and I came here for snowshoeing and had a great time! They have a map which clearly marks the skiing and snowshoeing trails along with their level of difficulty. We did the willow (easy) snowshoeing trail which took about 40 minutes and offered beautiful views, a route under the gondolas and being in the trees with lots of cute squirrels. We left for breakfast and ended up taking the snowshoes on a different trail in town before returning them. The Nordic center is a great place to access fun winter activities in Breckenridge and worth checking out if you're in town!

"Excellent! Great group of gals and SO MUCH FUN!! The Canadian Mountain Guides that work with…read moreBackcountry Babes are the best. I would go anywhere with them. The food was a 10 out of 10, and the facilities at Powder Creek Lodge are perfect. Womens' trips are so supportive and empowering. It's a different dynamic that I just love, and a unique experience. To a friend who was thinking about coming on a Backcountry Babes trip, I would say they are so fun and well-organized." -Mimi S and Lauren S, Denver CO

I took my AIARE level 1 class with backcountry babes this winter and LOVED it. The class was very…read moreinformative with classroom time and time out on the skins. Loved the instructors and everyone in the class had a great time! Would recommend backcountry babes to anyone.

Nothing but amazing things to say about Zach, Henry, and the rest of the staff at Snow Schoolers…read more The setup they have at Frisco Adventure Center is perfect for first time skiers or snowboarders to learn the basics before heading to the resort mountains. Not to mention, you get a PRIVATE lesson for a little more than the cost of a group lesson at one of the Epic Resorts. Zach was incredibly friendly and accommodating. Henry was an awesome instructor and my kids loved him. He was very engaging and kept them interested the entire day, we had to peel our kids off the mountain! I can't recommend this place enough for anyone looking to learn how to ski or snowboard!

Wow has this place changed! Ever since Zach took over managing this place I have only had good…read moreexperiences and now give them my highest recommendation. A great place to learn before hitting the bigger mountains. If you are a beginner, why pay a boatload to be at the resort when you can save so much here and probably learn as much.

TAKE AN UBER! We took the free bus but then had to hike about 2 miles uphill in snow to get to the…read morecenter. The uber drives all the way to the parking lot of the center.

Terrific place for some snowshoeing with reasonable prices! Kara did an awesome job setting up our…read morefamily and ensuring that our kids shoes were tight. We did the snowshoeing trail with our 7 and 4 year old and we all really enjoyed it. The staff is super friendly and the trail is very scenic as it is built around the golf course. We came back and had big cookies, a pretzel, and hot chocolates all around. This will be a very memorable experience for us and it didn't break the bank.

On our first-ever snowboarding trip, my boyfriend and I took lessons at keystone because their…read moremagic carpet was large. Worth every penny! Our instructor Dan was phenomenal at teaching us how to snowboard. He picked up on our differences while learning and showed us how to improve. I enjoyed his lesson so much that I went back another day for a half-day class in which we had the opportunity to go on a chair lift and down a steeper slope with him and practice our turns. By the afternoon, my boyfriend and I managed to do the green run, named endeavor, confidently, thanks to Dan.

Corporate greed has ruined this ski resort. Prices for Everything are astronomical. From lift…read moretickets to food, most can't afford. But as usual, the CEO is probably laughing all the way to his private yacht.

I felt one w nature. It's so majestic. 17 km of cross country ski. We only did about a mile. The…read morefresh snow is so amazing. It was my first time cross country skiing. The beauty of the mountains surrounding is something to see. The staff is so accommodating. Very reasonable price. Perfect way to sure a few hours. It's so beautiful the pictures doesn't do justice.

The service and the people were fantastic and very polite! They were very knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. The food was delicious and reasonably priced and those folks were very considerate. I witnessed someone get first hand customer service while renting skis to skin in for the first time. Additionally I witnessed customer service from the moment we walked in, cross country skied, indulged in bison chili and even after we returned our rentals! It was a fantastic experience. Also they gave a great selection of Nordic gear to rent and buy.

Stopped here on the way home from Glenwood Springs to Denver for a few runs - loved the family feel…read moreof this place! Tickets were affordable, and felt very local feels. The day passes were very reasonable. The mountain is fairly small, but we got in a nice few runs in on the backside of the mountain.

Ski Cooper reminded me a lot of Sunlight Mountain, which is one of my favorite local ski areas…read more Both mountains have that laid-back, welcoming vibe that's getting harder to find at larger resorts. What really stood out at Ski Cooper was the people. The associates were extremely friendly and made you feel like family -- the kind of place where it feels like they've known you for years, not minutes. That atmosphere alone makes you want to come back. The prices were also extremely reasonable, from lift tickets to food, which is a big plus compared to the big-name resorts. The slopes are well maintained and accurately rated, making it a great mountain for skiers who want solid terrain without the chaos or long lift lines. The only downside during my visit was the snow conditions -- coverage wasn't ideal at the time -- but even with that, the overall experience was still very enjoyable. If you love Sunlight and appreciate friendly staff, fair pricing, and a true community feel, Ski Cooper is absolutely worth visiting.

We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay at Keystone with a student group from Colorado State…read moreUniversity. The accommodations were comfortable, the food was great, and the staff's friendliness made us feel welcome.

It was horrible. My son came home crying saying that the kids were mean, and judgmental. Those kids…read morewere cursing, and talking about VERY inappropriate topics that 12 yr olds shouldn't be discussing. My son also said that they were saying those things very loudly and the counselors could clearly hear it but wouldn't cut it out. We aren't coming back to this camp EVER. Do not recommend.