Peak 8 Fun Park to Re-Open this Summer

The Breckenridge Peak 8 Fun Park is returning this summer with the alpine SuperSlide, mountain biking and SuperPutt slated to open June 19.

Because of construction continuing at the Peak 8 base area, parking will be available at the gondola lots — with buses providing transport.

The park was closed last year for the construction.

This year it is to be open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Activities also include a climbing wall, trampoline, rides on Colorado SuperChair and gemstone panning.

Bergenhof’s Alpine BBQ and Sevens are to open daily for lunch and dinner beginning Monday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Summit High School to get Synthetic Turf

Groundbreaking for a new synthetic turf field at Summit High School’s Tiger Stadium is set for Monday — after a year of fundraising about $610,000 from local governments, businesses and residents.

“It’s going to be a real awesome asset for Summit County,” said Tom Looby of the turf steering committee.

“So many people have contributed to the effort. It’s just amazing.”

The field and a running track are to be ready for fall semester as part of phase I.

Summit School District kicked in an extra $200,000 toward the track's completion.

The ultimate $1.25 million goal — anticipated for completion next year — includes a synthetic practice field and bleachers.

Spring has Arrived in Breckenridge

The aspen trees are almost all leafed out, the Blue River is running high and the Breckenridge Golf Club opened a few days ago.

Yes, spring is finally here.

It's a great time to plan a trip to Breckenridge and invest in some property.