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Editor's Note

Water Dog

Swimming lessons from a four-legged friend

06/13/2022 Edited by Ted Katauskas

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Swimming

People and their pets have plenty of aquatic options.

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Hiking/Biking

From e-bikes to lakeside hikes

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Camping

From cabins to yurts, rustic to glamping

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Fishing

The Vail Valley has an abundance of angling options.

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Floating

Turtle Tubing offers a novel way to drift down the Upper Colorado.

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Paddling

Canoes, SUP, kayaks, and more

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Summer Water Fun

A guide to the valley's most plunge-worthy rivers, rapids, lakes, streams, cascades, and pools

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

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Rafting

From white-water rapids to family-friendly floats.

06/06/2022 By Devon O'Neil

Best of Kin

Best of Vail and Beaver Creek

Only 10 miles apart, Vail and Beaver Creek are worlds away, but equally awesome.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

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Best of Kin

Best Apres-Ski Treats at Vail and Beaver Creek

From Beaver Creek's storied Cookie Time to Vail's Revely revelry, the fun gets ramped up when the lifts start slowing down.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Best of Kin

Meet the Resort Mascots

Mountain safety is their mission, but these pups bring canine celebrity to Vail and Beaver Creek.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Best of Kin

Best Luxury Cabins at Vail and Beaver Creek

There's only one on-mountain overnight getaway at both Vail and Beaver Creek, but you'll want to splurge on these heavenly retreats.

12/03/2021

Best of Kin

Best Places to Ski Off-Piste at Vail and Beaver Creek

These backcountry chutes and plunges near Vail and Beaver Creek are not for the faint of heart or the unprepared.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Best of Kin

Best Beginner Bowls at Vail and Beaver Creek

When you want powder and varied terrain, point your skis toward these pockets of Vail and Beaver Creek.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Best of Kin

Best Groomed Trails at Vail and Beaver Creek

For the smoothest snow whatever the incline, seek out these corduroy classics.

12/03/2021 Photography by Whitney Skylar

Best of Kin

Best Long Run at Vail and Beaver Creek

When you want to ski downhill for seemingly ages without pausing to find a lift, try these classic trails.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Village Talk

A Hungry Skier’s Guide to Vail Village’s Best Breakfasts

On-the-go skiers can fuel up with these quick and tasty bites to fuel their adventures on the mountain.

12/03/2021 By Devon O'Neil

Geared for Adventure

Mountain Biking at Minturn Bike Park

Use this feature finder to find the training for you, whatever your preference.

06/25/2021 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Geared for Adventure

Mountain Biking on Meadow Mountain

Use this singletrack seeker to find the ride for you, whatever your preference.

06/25/2021 By Cindy Hirschfeld

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