SUBMISSIONS: Send info 14 to 21 days in advance to: OEcalendar@denverpost.com or send fax to 303-866-9004 (attn: Outdoor Extremes). Include contact info. Items run on a space-available basis.
AVALANCHE AWARENESS
Saturday
Beacon Bowl and Avalanche Awareness Day at Arapahoe Basin; compete in timed trials to find a buried beacon the fastest; spectators can test avalanche gear and attend clinics; raffle, silent auction; proceeds benefit the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. 888-250-4428
Feb. 12, Feb. 14
Avalanche awareness clinic; first session at South Platte Park (3000 W. Carson Drive), second session at Rocky Mountain National Park; South Suburban Parks and Recreation program for ages 18 and older; $99-$109; transportation and park fee not included.
or 303-347-5999
Feb. 26-March 1
Level 1 avalanche course; by Alpine World Ascents; at Boulder/Berthoud Pass; two nights, two full days (24 hours with classroom and field sessions); includes course booklet, field book, snow saw and certificate of completion; another course will be held March 19-22; $295.
CLIMBING
Saturday
or 303-938-9191
or 303-938-9191
CYCLING
Ongoing
RUNNING
Sunday
Cherry Creek State Park 7M run/racewalk; part of the Rocky Mountain Road Runners Trophy Series; handicap system, with slower runners starting first, so everyone finishes at about the same time; free to members, $5 for nonmembers; 9 a.m.
Feb. 15
Valentine’s Day 5K run/walk and kids’ fun run: at Washington Park; benefits Prostate Cancer Education Council; $15-$30; 10 a.m.
or 303-694-2202
March 1
That Dam Run 5K; at Cherry Creek State Park; benefits Prostate Cancer Education Council; $15-$30; 10 a.m.
or 303-694-2202
SKIING/SNOWBOARDING
Saturday
or 303-347-5999
Feb. 14-15
Backcountry ski and snowboard weekend for women; at Cameron Pass; two-day course includes one night in backcountry yurt or cabin; course designed for intermediate skiers or riders looking to practice winter navigation skills and safe backcountry travel techniques; $290; 8 a.m.
or 303-938-9191
Feb.14-18
Mountaintop Matrimony at Loveland Ski Area; new couples are married and married couples can renew their vows in mass wedding; registration in the morning, ceremony at noon; register online to receive 2-for-1 lift or 303-571-5580 (ext. 141)
Feb. 16
Youth ski trip to Echo Mountain; depart from Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle; South Suburban Parks and Recreation program for ages 10 to 15 of all abilities; $58 (includes transportation, lift ticket, instruction, equipment rental); chaperoned charter bus leaves at 8 a.m., returns by 5:30 p.m.
or 303-483-7036
Feb. 27-March 1
U.S. Freeskiing Open Championships; at Copper Mountain; freeskiing’s most prestigious event; athletes include Copper pros Jess Cumming and Taylor Seaton; competition in slopestyle, superpipe, big air.
SNOWSHOEING/CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
Thursday; March 5
Learn to skate ski for free; at Crested Butte Nordic Center; reduced-price ski rentals available; 1 p.m. , 970-349-1707
Friday-Sunday Feb. 6-8
22nd annual Governor’s Cup; at Devil’scq Thumb Ranch near Tabernash; part of University of Denver Invitational; 5K, 10K and 15K recreational and competitive races; also 5K and 10K tours for all ability levels and 1K kids race; music, barbecue and raffle; $20 to $35; race times or 970-726-8231
Saturday
Saturday; March 6
Full Moon Ski and Ice Skating; at Devil’s Thumb Ranch near Tabernash; includes bonfire and hot chocolate; $5 trail pass, $5 for ski rental; 6:30-9:30 p.m. or 970-726-8231
Feb. 15
Ski and Soak Day; at Devil’s Thumb Ranch innear Tabernash; cross country ski lessons, group yoga, heated outdoor pool, wine and more; $100; 9:30 a.m.
or 970-726-8231
Feb. 21
Snowshoe adventure for girls ages 8 and older; Boulder area; bring along parent, mentor, adult relative or friend; no experience necessary; $150 (includes snowshoes and lunch); financial aid available; 8 a.m.
or 303-938-9191
March 7
Super Tour 22.5K backcountry ski; near Crested Butte; steep 2,000-foot climb and a sometimes fast downhill; shovels, probes, beacons and full skins are required; $35; 8 a.m.
, 970-349-1707
Ongoing
, 970-349-1707
