Activities Guide Winter 2023

Action Adventures Snowmobiling

Action Adventures High Adventure Snowmobile Tour combines spectacular scenery with a fast, aggressive ride. This tour includes quickly paced trail rides though the Gunnison National Forest, as well as off trail powder riding in the open fields of Splains Gulch. Plenty of play time and play areas on this tour! Want even more? Check out our “Crested Butte Experience – Half Day Combo Tour” which combines our High Adventure Tour with the Top of The Rockies tour provided by Burt Rentals. We have been an authorized permittee of the US Forest Service for over 35 years in Crested Butte, and our guides are all local professionals who know where all the best riding spots are located. Now located downtown at 201 Elk Avenue, (970) 349-5909. www.ActionAdventures.com.

Adaptive Sports Center, Mt Crested Butte

The Adaptive Sports Center (ASC) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that has provided life-enhancing outdoor recreation to people with disabilities and their families since 1987. We are located at the base of Crested Butte Mountain Resort in the Kelsey Wright Building, our new world-class facility. We welcome individuals, families, and veterans to join us for alpine and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and other custom-tailored adventures. Our highly trained instructors are experts in teaching people with disabilities, receive customized training and certifications, and utilize state-of-the-art equipment. Through our new Access for All initiative, we have reduced our existing subsidized full-day rate to only $95 to increase inclusivity in adaptive outdoor recreation. Registration is required and scholarships are available. We are located at 19 Emmons Road in Mt. Crested Butte. For more information call (970) 349-2296, email info@adaptivesports.org or visit www.adaptivesports.org.

Burt Rentals Snowmobile Tours

Our Top of the Rockies Tour is by far Crested Buttes’ most popular snowmobile excursion. Permitted by the US Forest Service for over 33 years in this location, we are the only snowmobile tour company allowed to operate in the Irwin Lake area of the Gunnison National Forest. You will enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery of the Ruby Range, as well as have the opportunity to see Lake Irwin, the Wilderness Family Movie Cabin, and the world-famous Irwin Lodge and their SnoCat Ski Terrain.  Ideal for all ability levels, families, single and double riders, and those looking for a relaxed paced scenic tour. Private Guide option now available for this tour for those who prefer their own group, or who might want to see the spectacular scenery of this area at a quicker (or slower) pace. Now located downtown at 201 Elk Avenue, (970) 349-2441. www.SnowmobileCB.com.

Butte and Co.

For over 46 years Butte & Co. Ski & Snowboard Rentals has stood the test of time as Mt. Crested Butte’s premier, locally owned ski and ride shop. Butte & Co. offers its guests a phenomenal rental shop experience with skis and snowboards from Elan, Atomic, Head, and Salomon. Available this year, is a state-of-the-art demo fleet with the very best in equipment from Atomic, Icelantic, Armada, Line, Elan, Faction, K2, 4Front and Dynastar all mountain skis, and sweet snowboards from Nitro, Salomon, Capita and K2! Reserve in advance at www.crestedbutteskirentals.com and save 20% on your rentals. Kids 12 & under save 50% with each paying adult. Bring your skis into our Montana tuning shop for a Crystal Glide Tune! Or maybe give your skis or board a Phantom treatment!  Keep the whole family warm and stylish with outerwear from Armada, Spyder, Volcom, Airblaster, Capeesh, Obermeyer, Jones, Picture Organic and much more! See why Butte & Co. was voted one of North America’s top shops by Skiing Magazine. (970) 349-7581 or (800) 742-SKIS. Shop and rent LOCAL!! And don’t forget our sister shop, Elevate Ski & Board, located in the Elevation Hotel & Spa. (970)-251-3050. AND we DELIVER!!! Two slopeside locations AND Delivery…We’ve got you covered!

CB South Fitness

CB South Fitness is a key card access fitness center in Crested Butte South.  We have a variety of strength and cardio equipment, including 2 Peloton bikes, with access to thousands of cycle classes. Members have daily access from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. Memberships are available on a daily, weekly, monthly & annual basis. Punch cards are available as well. Corporate discounts with select businesses available. Visitors and locals welcome! Call (970) 765-7009 with questions or visit www.CBSOUTHFITNESS.com for more information or to join online.

CB State of Mind

CB State of Mind is committed to making sure that our residents have access to mental health care and that means eliminating the barriers of cost, navigating the system, and connecting to the right service. If locating and paying for therapy is a challenge for you, CB State of Mind might be a resource for you. Our scholarships pay for up to 10 sessions with a partnering CBSOM therapist for people who are uninsured or under-insured. To see if you are eligible for a CB State of Mind therapy scholarship please visit our website www.cbstateofmind.org or email mdougherty@cbstateofmind.org.

CBMBA WINTER TRAILS

Whether you’re fat biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or walking, winter trails provide free opportunities for recreation for everyone (and their dog, too!). The Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association (CBMBA) grooms winter trails for the public in several locations: Gothic Road, Cement Creek Road, the base of Snodgrass Mountain and more when conditions allow. Winter trails offer you a chance to exercise, play, explore on a day off from the slopes or simply marvel at the snow-capped peaks surrounding CB. Keep up with winter trail conditions and reports via www.cbmba.org or follow us on Facebook for the latest events and updates.

CENTER FOR THE ARTS

The Center for the Arts is proud to welcome you to our stunning, reimagined arts facility in the heart of Crested Butte. Home to year-round programming in the performing, visual, literary, and culinary arts the Center is your home for arts and culture. Join us for live music, gallery exhibitions, lecture series, theatre and more. As the Western Slope’s premier arts venue, the Center is home to the 305-seat, cutting-edge Steddy Theater; the Kinder Padon Gallery, showcasing a wide range of art exhibitions; as well as dance and studio spaces. In addition to our popular signature events, including the Alpenglow summer concert series, the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, and the Mountain Words Literary Festival, the Center serves as an events venue for local community organizations as well as private meetings, weddings, and social gatherings. From world-class entertainment to cornerstone local events, the Center is where community happens. www.crestedbuttearts.org, (970) 349-7487.

CORE

CORE is a private training studio that offers smart, effective workouts to help you train to play! CORE is the only gym in Crested Butte that offers a clean studio, quality workouts, great instructors and personal trainers plus circuit & cycle classes that can fit all levels. You can also rent a peloton bike in our cycle room for a cycle workout at the time that works for you. Each and every workout is programmed in a smart & unique way, while still being fun. We pride ourselves in offering a safe, inclusive space for all – check us out today! Website www.corecrestedbutte.com, phone (970) 349- 6613, email: cassia@corecrestedbutte.com.

CRESTED BUTTE CLAY STUDIO

Crested Butte Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramics studio in town offering hand building and wheel throwing classes for kids and adults, private small group classes, memberships for independent clay artists, party rentals, community outreach and a gallery. Please visit www.crestedbutteclaystudio.com for more information and follow us on Instagram @crestedbutteclaystudio to see the latest happenings. We are located at 423 Belleview Avenue (in the alley).

CRESTED BUTTE JEWELRY SCHOOL

The Crested Butte Jewelry School offers fun and engaging jewelry classes in the heart of Crested Butte’s Creative District as well as Online Silversmithing Courses. Our classes are designed for students with no experience to those who wish to build a business as an artist and designer. Our school is a safe and fun environment where students can express their creativity and learn skills to continue on their own. Silversmithing, Stone-setting, and Metalworking classes are taught by Jeweler, Meaghan Young. We also offer 5-day workshops designed for art and travel lovers, as well as 6-night retreats. For our class descriptions and winter schedule, visit us at www.cbjewelryschool.com. We are located at 411 Third Street as part of Meaghan Young Jewelry Design.

CRESTED BUTTE LIBRARY

The Crested Butte Library resides in the Old Rock building, a two-story, two-room schoolhouse built in 1883. The beautiful Old Rock Community Library, a branch of the Gunnison County Library District, was open for business on June 22, 1993. Governor Roy Romer dedicated the Old Rock Community Library on September 21, 1993, 110 years after the Old Rock was built. Today the Crested Butte Library provides modern library services and programs. We host weekly and special events all year long and you can find details about upcoming events at www.GunnisonCountyLibraries.org. We offer books, magazines, audio books, movies, maps and other items such as DVD players, telescopes and more for you to check-out with your library card. There is also free wi-fi & printing, one-on-one tech help, test proctoring and much, much more. Library cards are available to residents and visitors alike, so come check us out!

CRESTED BUTTE MOUNTAIN THEATRE

In its 51st year of producing Community Theatre, CBMT provides an open venue for creative expression through community participation in all aspects of a theatrical production. We foster the growth of theatre in the Gunnison Valley as an art form through original, classical, and contemporary productions. The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre, home of the Mallardi Cabaret Stage, is located downtown in the historic Old Town Hall at 2nd & Elk. We offer a diverse season of plays, adult workshops, youth programs, film and musical events throughout the year. We also offer private rentals for your party or reception. www.cbmountaintheatre.org, (970) 349-0366, office@cbmountaintheatre.org.

CRESTED BUTTE/MT. CRESTED BUTTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VISITOR CENTERS

Are you looking for information on what to do during your stay in Crested Butte? With two locations, the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Centers are great resources for information on shopping, dining, events and area activities, year-round. Our Crested Butte Visitor Center is located at the 4-Way Stop in Crested Butte, at the corner of Sixth Street (Hwy. 135) and Elk Avenue and is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Our Mt. Crested Butte Visitor Center is located at the ski resort in the Transit Center of Mountaineer Square and is staffed 7 days a week from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Brochures and visitor guides are accessible from 7 a.m.-11 p.m. You can give us a call toll free at (855) 681-0941 or (970) 349-6438, visit our website at www.cbchamber.com or check us out on Instagram @cbchamber and Facebook. We also have relocation and business information available. We look forward to seeing you soon.

CRESTED BUTTE MUSEUM

The Crested Butte Museum is located in the old “Tony’s Conoco” at 4th and Elk Avenue, where Tony Mihelich once operated the local hardware store and gas pump. Visit us to explore our history exhibits featuring snowsports, mining, railroads, ranching, mountain biking, oral histories, and the world famous Plute Elk. Book a walking tour to learn about the history of Elk Avenue. Attend a Polka party, pub crawl, dinner & history at the Magic Meadows Yurt, or a trivia night. Rent our quaint historic building as a venue for your wedding event, business gathering, family reunion, or birthday celebration. Shop in the gift store for locally made art and goods, Crested Butte souvenirs, toys, books, games, jewelry, and other unique gifts. Visit our website at www.crestedbuttemuseum.com, call us at (970) 349-1880, or stop by the museum at 331 Elk Avenue in the town of Crested Butte.

CRESTED BUTTE NORDIC 

CB Nordic maintains 50 kilometers of world-class groomed trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, all accessible from downtown Crested Butte. They offer ski and snowshoe rental packages, lessons, clinics, backcountry ski and snowshoe tours, and fine dining at the Magic Meadows Yurt. Reserve your trail pass, rental, lesson, or yurt dinner online! More information can be found at www.cbnordic.org or by calling (970) 349-1707.

CRESTED BUTTE SCHOOL OF DANCE

You can find all things DANCE CRESTED BUTTE at the Crested Butte School of Dance! Dance in the Mountains summer camps and classes run June 17-August 9, 2024! We offer scholarships, drop-ins, punchcards, and full registration for youth and adult programs. We welcome visiting and local students and teachers into an inclusive and educational summer dance experience. Join us to connect through dance! Sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our Home page and contact us here: https://dancecrestedbutte.org/contact.

Irwin Guides

Crested Butte has long been known as a backcountry haven.  With five separate drainages offering hundreds of routes, you can ski for years here and never hit the same shot twice. From open bowls, steep and secluded tree shots, to big alpine peaks, the Crested Butte backcountry has it all.  Come Ski the backcountry, ride Fat bikes, Climb ice or Cat ski this winter with Irwin Guides. A plethora of AIARE avalanche courses are available throughout the winter as well. Book online at our website: www.irwinguides.com or email info@irwinguides.com with any questions.  Adventure like a Local and contact Irwin Guides to have your winter adventure!

KBUT COMMUNITY RADIO

Join KBUT Community Radio this winter for our classic annual events which include Family Jammy Bingo on December 9, Yurt Bingo on March 7, Disco Inferno dance party on March 29 and more! Go to www.kbut.org for more information and to purchase tickets.

SYNERGY

Synergy Athlete, home of Crested Butte CrossFit, is the premier training facility in Crested Butte. We have a variety of classes to suite your level of fitness from CrossFit strength and conditioning, yoga, youth programs and open gym. In addition to classes, we a have peloton available for reservation and open gym times to do your own thing. Let us help you get fit, stay healthy and crushing it in the mountains. Drop-ins welcome or we will meet you where you are at! Visit www.synergyathlete.com or email carriejo@synergyathlete.com for more information.

THE TRAILHEAD CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

COME PLAY WITH US! Fill your winter season with family fun, art, and play! The Trailhead Children’s Museum features exhibits for play that will ignite the imagination and creativity of the young and young at heart. The Trailhead Children’s Museum also offers unique art and play-based programming for families and children ages 3-12. Join us for a variety of classes, camps, workshops, and look for the Trailhead at community events all winter long. Follow along with fun at the Trailhead on Instagram @trailhead_childrens_museum and visit www.trailheadkids.org to plan your visit, find programming details, learn about upcoming events, and more. Visit the Trailhead Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., at 501 Elk Avenue.

THRIVE YOGA CRESTED BUTTE

Thrive Yoga Crested Butte is a wellness community on Elk Avenue that prioritizes the well-being of its students. We offer multiple daily yoga and barre classes in a variety of styles and levels, so there’s something for everyone! We also have many amazing workshops and special events to choose from. See what interests you at www.thriveyogacrestedbutte.com or stop by and visit our boutique, perfectly curated with clothing, yoga props, jewelry, gifts and more! At Thrive, taking care of one another is a core value and making healthy decisions is normalized. We understand that the most important yoga is done off the mat and encourage our students to integrate their practice into their daily lives, as we know how much the practices have improved ours.

Tough Enough to Wear Pink

The Winter Songwriter Shuffle Series will provide the 2023-2024 season with music in the mountains! Brought to you by Gunnison Tough Enough to Wear Pink to support cancer programs, the Winter Songwriter Shuffle Series will showcase singer-songwriter legends along with the latest & greatest from Nashville. Come one and come all, from near and far, Mt. Crested Butte is where the music will be this winter! Get your tickets for December 16, January 20, February 24 and March 14–16! Details on each show available at www.gunnisonTETWP.com