Buena Vista – Mountain Bike Skills Clinic

by Kelley | Feb 21, 2024

SKILL LEVEL: ALL (the terrain in Buena Vista is on the more technical side. There’s great options for beginners, but if you are a never-ever mountain biker, it maybe more difficult learning environment). The Midland Trail System in Buena Vista is more than just...

Snow Safety Workshop: Trip Planning + Mapping

by Kelley | Feb 4, 2024

Join VNTRbirds and Arc’teryx RiNo for a specialized workshop for the winter backcountry traveler! This is great for novice backcountry explorers or a good refresher. Drinks and appetizers will be provided. Chance to win great prizes from Arc’teryx and 10%...

GALENTINE’S DAY RIDE DAY – ARAPAHOE BASIN

by Kelley | Jan 30, 2024

VNTRbirds GALENTINE’S RIDE DAY – Abasin Ski Area This group ride is open to intermediate and advanced skiers and riders! Join VNTRbirds on Tuesday, February 13th for Good Vibes Ride Day – Galentine’s edition! VNTRbirds loves to bring together...

PROPER SNACKs + NUTRITION FOR YOUR NEXT BACKCOUNTRY TOUR FROM DIETITIAN URI CARLSON

by VNTRbirds | Jan 1, 2024 | Articles, More, Photos, Snow

As we transition from biking season to ski season, it’s fair to say that nutritional needs, both before and during your efforts can change quite a bit. There are a number of factors that go into this, but the main points I always consider is the intensity and duration...

Snow Snakes – A Healing Journey

by VNTRbirds | Dec 29, 2023 | Articles, More, Snow

When I was a little girl skiing with my mom, I’d inevitably cross the tips of my skis strapped to my little, uncoordinated legs and fall to the snow. “Ope, a Snow Snake got ya!”, my mom would call out as her loving reminder to brush off my tumble, straighten my skis...