COME TO LIFE Winter Park Resort Ski-Trip Tips When it comes to ski-trip tips, Drees suggests drinking plenty of water, eating a good breakfast and scheduling in some extra time to adjust to the mountains’ high elevation. Winter Park NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER FOR THE DISABLED; TRANSITION-EXPERT TONY DREES “If you fly into Denver, I recommend that you stay in Denver for a day and acclimate to the altitude. Even if you come straight to the mountain, don’t ski your first day. Maybe go get your gear and wander around to get used to the environment.” And if it’s your first time taking on the slopes, be sure to schedule a lesson to ensure a safe start for you and everyone else on the hill. Prepare for a few falls and challenges — and most importantly, lots of fun and laughs. Winter Park Resort ’s two peaks have something for everyone, from Mary Jane Mountain’s expert-level tree runs to Winter Park Mountain’s family-friendly greens and blues. The resort is home to the National Sport Center for the Disabled , one of the best adaptive programs in central Colorado. To sneak in some extra thrills, zip through Continental Divide trails on a snowmobile with Grand Adventures . At night, grab a specialty drink at Devil’s Craft and groove to bands in the lively downtown. “There’s going to be joy. There’s going to be accomplishment. There’s going to be adrenaline. … They all have an opportunity to be present, to light up. That’s the beautiful part.” Learn more about Tony Drees’ story at transition-expert.com . 58 1-800-COLORADO
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