Summit Daily News

The Summit Daily News was established by Jim Pavelich in August 1989 and was acquired by Swift Newspapers in 1993. Initially, the SDN was published five days a week. It expanded to six issues during the summer of 1992 and then added a seventh issue by December 1994, officially becoming a daily publication.

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Cyclists conquer Swan River Rampage mountain bike race

1 day ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

For the first time in three summers, the Summit Mountain Challenge race series returned to the top of Tiger Road in Breckenridge for a race aptly named the Swan River Rampage. Staged out of the Good Times Adventures parking lot, athletes of all ages converged on Wednesday, June 25, for an evening of spirited mountain bike racing. As rain clouds gathered above the venue, long-course cyclists lined up at the start line, bracing themselves for the 13.1-mile course ahead.
Summit’s Faith Fox sets personal best in 400-meter hurdles at Nike Outdoor Nationals in Oregon

2 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

As the sun rises over Swan Mountain in the distance, Summit High School rising senior Faith Fox walks onto Climax Molybdenum Field at Tiger Stadium in Breckenridge. With the turf field a bit damp from the dew that settled overnight, Fox moves purposely around the field and begins her regimented warm up. Sporting a hoodie and sweatpants, Fox takes advantage of the soft artificial turf, not wanting to spend too long on the asphalt track that lines the exterior of the field.
Performance Tours Rafting is the best outdoor adventure company in Summit County, according to reader votes

5 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

When people think about summer in the Colorado High Country, it is not uncommon for them to think about the runoff that comes off the astounding peaks and makes its way to the state’s network of mighty rivers. The high flows provide premier outdoor recreation opportunities for the majority of the summer season with locals and visitors alike getting out on the water to fly-fish, stand-up paddleboard and raft.
Journey of a storyteller: Mary Ellen Gilliland’s path from aspiring writer to hall of famer

5 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

Every story worth reading has a good beginning. From “Moby Dick” and “Pride and Prejudice” to “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone”, good stories often hinge on how impactful the first few chapters are. The first few chapters of Mary Ellen Gilliland’s life were not only memorable to her, but also sent her on a career path that has since resulted in close to 20 books being published under her name. Gilliland first got into writing when she was just 10 years old.
Frisco/Copper Visitor Information Center hosting open house following series of renovations

5 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

The town of Frisco has announced that the Frisco/Copper Visitor Information Center and Old Town Park is set to reopen after a substantial renovation process. In celebration, the Visitor Information Center will be hosting an open house on Tuesday, June 24, from 3-5 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and the community is invited to explore the remodeled Old Town Hall and Park.
New avalanche puppy begins training at Copper Mountain Resort

6 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

Nearly two seasons after introducing Aley the avalanche dog to the slopes at Copper, the resort has welcomed a new ball of fur to the team. A 10-week-old golden retriever puppy, Pico de Gallo, or Pico for short, is already dreaming of the day he can load a ski chair and contribute to the ski patrol team at Copper Mountain. With ski patroller Graham Amato as his handler, Pico is bound for success not only on the mountain, but at home as well.
Summer hike park now open at Copper Mountain Resort

6 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

With the ski and ride season officially coming to an end in the Colorado High Country this past weekend, Copper Mountain Resort has quickly transitioned to its summer snow season. Like previous years, Copper is offering a summer hike park throughout the brief, but glorious summer months. Operating on a Friday through Sunday schedule, the summer hike park allows athletes to lap features, progress their skills and chase turns. All guests visiting the hike park must have a pass.
Mountain Wheels: Hyundai’s Ioniq 9 SUV takes style to a new level

6 days ago | summitdaily.com | Andy Stonehouse

We’d been scheduled to tell you all about the magical world of the hybrid McLaren Artura supercar, but of course someone else broke it, and it disappeared, because supercar parts are scarce. Cue the sad trombone music. But that gave us more time to focus on one of the new family of three-row electric SUVs, the all-new Hyundai Ioniq 9.
Fourth of July celebrations return to Frisco with 3 days of family-friendly activities

6 days ago | summitdaily.com | Cody Jones

With the Fourth of July just a few weeks away, Frisco has announced its schedule of events for its annual celebration event. This year, Frisco will offer three full days of events and activities from July 3-5. On Thursday, July 3, Frisco invites the public to kick off the holiday with a free concert on Main Street featuring Magic Beans.
Colorado whitewater rafting companies report steady flow of customers, splashy start to the season despite low snowpack levels

1 week ago | summitdaily.com | Ryan Spencer

Colorado whitewater rafting companies are reporting a steady flow of customers and fun, splashy conditions despite the below-average snowpack in the state this year. Performance Tours Rafting owner Kevin Foley said that after a pandemic-driven spike in rafting that peaked in 2021, demand has tapered off to pre-pandemic levels. While bookings were up to start the year, they dropped off when the weather got colder but have since bounced with the warmer weather, Foley said.