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Craft brewer sales numbers remain solid in 2008

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:39:00 GMT

DURANGO, Colo. – The Brewers Association, which tabulates industry growth data for U.S. breweries, has announced that small, independent craft brewers are gaining alcohol market share due to a shift toward full flavor beer and an increasing support for homegrown, “local” breweries.

The Brews that Grew the Great Southwest

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:15:00 GMT

Durango, Colorado. Napa Valley boasts top wines; Durango toasts sensational local microbrews. Self-proclaimed as the “Napa Valley of Beer” and “City of Brewerly Love”, Durango, population of approximately 16,000, is home to four microbreweries/brewpubs. Durango breweries took their place on the map in 1986 when Carver Brewing Co opened their doors to become the second operating brew pub in the state after prohibition was repealed.

Kids Ride Free for a Limited Time on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:12:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is offering a Kids Ride Free deal on summer tickets booked during the month of March, 2009. Offer is good for Saturdays and Sundays during the summer season, with daily excursions to Silverton beginning May 2 and running through October 31, 2009. One child (under age 12) rides free with each paying adult.

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Named One of World’s Top Ten Train Rides

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been named one of the World’s Top Ten Train Rides by the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW). SATW, the largest organization of professional travel journalists and photographers, recently polled its members to come up with the “Top 10” most exciting and scenic train rides in the world and the D&SNGRR is rated number three in the world and is number one in the United States.

Family Mountain Bike Camp Offered in Durango, Colorado

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:51:00 GMT

Looking for a fun and different way to enjoy your family vacation this year? Join us for our first Family Mountain Bike Camp Adventure in Durango, Colorado.

Peanuts™ The Easter Beagle Express is Coming

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:48:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad announces a new event, Peanuts™ The Easter Beagle Express, taking place Saturday, April 11, 2009.

Lyle Lovett and his Large Band come to Durango July 27

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:55:00 GMT

DURANGO, Colo. – The Fort Lewis College “Concerts for Scholarships” series continues July 27, 2009, as Lyle Lovett, one of America’s most distinctive and original singer/songwriters, takes the stage with his Large Band under the stars in Ray Dennison Memorial Field.

Sumer Vacation Values: Real Frugal, Real Free, Real Durango

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:38:00 GMT

Free Tours:• Honeyville Honey: watch honey bees hard at work in a working indoor hive. Watch bottling production.

New Sky Ute Casino Resort and Conference Center Grand Opening

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:35:00 GMT

Ignacio, CO— The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is pleased to announce that the New Sky Ute Casino Resort and Conference Center will be open to the public as of November 18, 2008.

Children’s Summer Camps and a Affordable Family Vacation

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:31:00 GMT

Durango, Colo--Looking for an affordable destination for your family summer vacation? Visit Durango, Colorado and find something for every member of your family.

Hold My Purse While I Ride!

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Durango, CO – Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort will host the 10th and 11th SheRide Snowboard Camps January 23-25 and February 20-2 2009.

Music in the Mountains

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:29:00 GMT

Welcome to our 23rd season of Music in the Mountains, July 10 – August 2, 2009. Please join us for an exciting Festival full of passion with our world-renowned soloists and Festival orchestra musicians. We promise an extraordinary music experience in Durango and Pagosa Springs, Colorado!

High Altitude Culinary Heaven

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:29:00 GMT

Durango, Colo—Simmering and sautéing well above sea level is a culinary delight. In a charming mountain town nestled in the San Juan Mountains at 6,500 feet above terra, succulent raspberries from the high meadows are magically transformed into berry tarts with lemon curd; grand burritos with marinated free-range chicken, lime-cilantro rice, Mexican-style pinto beans, mango-habanero salsa and grilled vegetables; sushi selections of tempura shrimp with cucumber topped with unagi, avocado, crab and tobbiko--drizzled with eel sauce; grass-fed beef grilled to perfection and served with garlic mashers; pork tenderloin with green tomatillo sauce and French goat cheese. Welcome to the culinary haven of Durango, Colorado!

Dames at Sea

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:20:00 GMT

Set sail for a hilarious journey back to the innocence of a bygone era in this high spirited spoof of the movie musical of the 1930s.

Put Durango on Your Dance Card!

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:17:00 GMT

Durango, Colo. Harken back to Victorian times in an Old West celebration set in this small historic town nestled in the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado.

High Life in the High Altitude

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:14:00 GMT

Durango, Colo— What enters a persons mind when thinking of the idea of getting away to a big city that has all of the sophisticated and appealing features of the highest quality of rest and relaxing. How do you get there…

The Center of Southwest Studies and Colorado Division of Wildlife to present major new exhibit: Mou

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:01:00 GMT

The Center of Southwest Studies and the Colorado Division of Wildlife with sponsorship by the Southern Ute Tribe, are planning a major exhibit entitled, Mountain Lion! The exhibit will open on August 22, 2009 and run through September 30, 2010 at the Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado.

Annual Narrow Gauge Day Celebration Kicks off Railroad’s Summer Season and Features Special Guests

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:41:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will kick off the opening of summer service to Silverton with the annual Narrow Gauge Day celebration in front of the Durango depot.

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the Sky Ute Casino and Resort and Southern Ute Tribe P

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:38:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Sky Ute Casino and Resort and Southern Ute Tribe proudly present the Native American Heritage Train: The Southern Ute Legacy.

Colorado’s bounty to be featured at the prestigious James Beard House

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:36:00 GMT

DURANGO, Colo. – The increasing popularity of pairing fine food with craft beer has caught the attention of the prestigious James Beard Foundation in New York City.

Soaring Tree Top Adventures' Zipline Introduces 5-Star Train Service

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:12:00 GMT

The legendary Tall Timber Resort, a remote, five-star paradise with no road access has operated in the Durango Mountains for over 30 years.

Real Fun, Real Close, Real Affordable

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:09:00 GMT

Durango, Colo—It's never been easier or more affordable to enjoy world-class skiing at Durango Mountain Resort and a get-away to the friendly western town of Durango, Colorado. We’re offering spectacular LAST MINUTE DEALS so you can come and savor the incredible spring conditions, blue skies and world-class skiing and snowboarding before the season ends.

Tickets now available for “Celebrating Colorado’s Bounty”

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:07:00 GMT

DURANGO, Colo. – Tickets for the March 6 “all-Colorado” James Beard House dinner featuring Steamworks Brewing Co. craft beers, are now available at www.jamesbeard.org.

2009 Tour of Durango Registration Open

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:13:00 GMT

Durango, CO. March 24, 2009 – Durango’s trail system will be showcased this fall when Alpine Bank presents the first annual Tour of Durango on Sunday September 20, 2009.

Fall in Love with Durango

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:10:00 GMT

Durango, Colo—We have the perfect Valentine getaway to Durango, Colorado. Fill your romantic weekend with wonderful memories of energizing activities and bountiful relaxation in our quaint mountain town.

Unique Vacation Lodging in Southwest Colorado

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:06:00 GMT

Durango, Colo— Ready for a quintessential Colorado mountain vacation? Unique lodgers in the Southwest Colorado area launched their new vacation website that offers a variety of lodging options for La Plata County and Montezuma County.

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Offers Romance on the Rails for Valentine’s Day

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:01:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is offering a train and dinner package as a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Passengers will enjoy an afternoon train ride to Cascade Canyon and return in the evening for dinner and music at the Strater Hotel.

Historic Guest Ranch Celebrates Anniversary and Opens Its Doors For Mountain Dinning and Bed & Breakfast Stays

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:52:00 GMT

This summer the Roberts Family celebrates their 40th year welcoming guests to Wilderness Trails Ranch (WTR) near Vallecito Lake and Durango, CO.

Winter Photo Special 2009

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:47:00 GMT

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is offering its fifth-annual Winter Photographer’s Special on Sunday, February 22, 2009.

Durango Area Tourism Office Elects Board Members for 2009

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:14:00 GMT

The Durango Area Tourism Office (DATO) announces the election of seven new or re-elected Board of Directors members with terms starting January 1, 2009.

Durango is a doggone friendly town

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:09:00 GMT

Durango, Colorado and the surrounding area boast miles of trails to hike, rivers to swim and an outdoorsy, dog-friendly atmosphere.

Farms, Food and Fun in the Southwest Corner of the Rockies

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:08:00 GMT

With the increased awareness of sustainability, health and the desire to become educated on where your food is coming from, Agritourism is a growing travel trend.

Durango Wine Experience set for Spring 2009

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:32:00 GMT

Colorado has found its place in the wine world with the Durango Wine Experience. The third annual wine festival is set for May 1 and 2, 2009, with a special welcome event slated for April 30.