March 20, 2020 by Candice Bannister
“It taught me to train hard and dream big… and believe that I could achieve at any level.” -Olympian Johnny Spillane on the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club
Steamboat Springs’ Olympic tradition is second to none. Boasting more winter Olympic athletes than any other town in North American, our
January 21, 2020 by Chamber Guest Blogger
Nothing is more quintessentially Steamboat than the annual Winter Carnival event in February. This five-day event celebrates our community’s unique western heritage and relentless enthusiasm for snow sports. Originally created by
August 31, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Possibly the most “Colorado” photo of all time is the famed depiction of a pair of Stetson- and spur-wearing cowhands on horseback riding through two feet of snow in Steamboat Springs and carrying wooden skis across their laps. This also happens to be the quintessential image of Steamboat, which
June 8, 2018 by Katie Carroll
Yeehaw! Ride ‘em cowboy! While I’ve yet to hear someone actually yell that in the stands at the Brent Romick arena in Steamboat Springs, crowds are no less excited to see cowboys and cowgirls compete in tricks, races, and the skills of the Western rancher. In Colorado, we step away from the Pro Bull
Rich mountain history presented with beer, recipes, hot springs, exhibits, tours & more, by Candace Bannister
There is more than one way to deliver a rich slice of the history of Steamboat Springs. The Tread of Pioneers Museum specializes in dusting off the stories of people, places, and happenings
May 25, 2017 by Katie Carroll
Steamboat Springs is the perfect place for any getaway, and in more ways than you think. Besides a weekend hiking jaunt, holiday ski vacation, or even a destination trip for the Run Rabbit Run Endurance Race, Steamboat Springs has a multitude of venues that can host your party away from home. Be it
March 3, 2017 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
In the years before I moved to the Yampa Valley, I made several trips to other resorts along the I-70 corridor but none had the feel of Steamboat Springs. I’ve now lived in Colorado for almost 20 years, with the majority spent in the Front Range communities of Denver, Colorado Springs and Fort
January 21, 2017 by Chamber Guest Blogger
Welcome to Steamboat Springs! It’s hard to decide what exactly makes Steamboat Springs such an incredible place to visit and live. Is it the stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, unparalleled Olympic skiing tradition, limitless outdoor recreation opportunities, western charm and hospitality,
October 22, 2015 by Katie Carroll
Steamboat Springs is not without legends of its own. The Yampa Valley is rich in history and stories from the Utes who lived here before the fur trappers stumbled into the valley. The Sleeping Giant, officially Elk Mountain, guards the valley from the west. Some say the Giant is responsible for the
September 30, 2014 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Imagine waking up to the sound of aspen leaves quivering in the breeze, the sight of a mare as she gallops through a green pasture, the smell of cowboy coffee and the freshness of the mountain air. Away from the hustle and bustle of Steamboat Springs lies the most beautiful countryside, dotted with
