Kate's family has done this hike every summer since 2005! You start at the base of the gondola and it leads to the top of the gondola. You can take a free ride down if you hike up - the lift runs on the weekends in September!
A fun 6 mile round-trip hike that leads to Beaver Lake!
Whitewater rafting is a fun CO mountain activity and September is a great month to see wildlife!
Mountain horseback riding is a staple of Kate's childhood camp memories!
Famous Colorado ski resort that hosts the Ski World Cup! Keep an eye out for free fresh-baked cookies at 3pm!
One of Colorado's biggest ski resorts and a fun town to explore in all seasons!
A great Italian hole-in-the-wall restaurant! After going here for many years, we learned that the restaurant owner is from Downer's Grove!
A great American restaurant located in Beaver Creek that's a favorite of Matt and Kate's! The chicken entree is fabulous!
One of our favorite Italian restaurants in Avon!
Yummy Mediterranean restaurant in Beaver Creek! The hummus appetizer is fantastic!