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Extending ski season more than a matter of snow Play Video
April 3, 2013 3:19 PM
Ski season is winding down, and with winter weather sticking around longer than expected this year there's talk of extending the season in the high country. But for local resort at Monarch Mountain, it's a matter of more than just good snow. Unlike many resorts, Monarch Mountain has no... more » -
Those with Monarch aren't concerned about D rating
February 12, 2013 1:33 PM
Four ski resorts in Colorado receive a D rating when it comes to the ski area environmental scorecard. One of those resorts is Monarch Mountain. The scorecard is based on environmental factors such as habitat protection, watershed protection, and climate change. Monarch's D was mainly based on their plans... more » -
Ski season slow but optimistic
January 20, 2013 6:28 PM
If you're looking for a weekend getaway, ski resorts would love to have your business! We visited Monarch Mountain to find out about the season so far. "Season pass to monarch, this is definitely my favorite mountain in the state of Colorado," said Xandy Bustamante, a skier and snow... more » -
"One Tank Getaways" for those with Spring Break cash crunch Play Video
March 21, 2012 8:09 PM
With vacation just around the corner for many; high gas prices continue to eat away at those spring break budgets. So, what do you do if you want to do something fun, but don't want to break the bank? News 5 has put together a list of options in... more » -
Monarch butterflies drop 28 percent in Mexico
March 15, 2012 7:14 PM
MEXICO CITY (AP) - A report says the number of Monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico dropped 28.1 percent this year. The report released Thursday and carried out by the World Wildlife Fund, private donors and Mexico's National Commission on Protected Areas says the Monarchs covered 7.14 acres (2.89 hectares) of... more » -
Snow has skiers and businesses anxious Play Video
February 7, 2012 7:04 PM
Colorado's recent snow has caused headaches for some; blocking off roads and shutting down schools. However, skiers and snowboarders aren't too upset; it's the snow they've been waiting for. The stores that keep them stocked up are happy to see it too. "Definitely a big sigh of relief,"... more » -
Monarch, Durango now open!
November 26, 2010 11:35 AM
DENVER (AP) - Two more Colorado ski resorts are opening for the season. Durango Mountain Resort and Monarch Mountain were set to welcome skiers and snowboarders on Friday. That will bring the total number of resorts open for the season to 15. Resorts have benefited from some early season storms.... more » -
Monarch expects record ski season
April 15, 2010 3:01 PM
Ski season isn't over yet, but there are hints that smaller Colorado ski areas closer to cities had more to cheer this season than destination resorts. Among resorts that have already closed, Sunlight says it expects a 10 percent increase in skier days from last year. Eldora also projected... more » -
Monarch Mountain on pace for record season
April 10, 2010 11:23 AM
Monarch Mountain expects to end its ski season Sunday with a record for skier visits. Spokesman Eric Ramsey said Friday that the resort should finish with around 183,000 skier visits, which would top the high of 176,000 from two seasons ago. Eldora Mountain Resort also ends the season Sunday and... more »
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