The entryway got a facelift and the plaza was repaved with interlocking bricks. The old bar-scene at Farquahrt s has become the more classic Purgy s, complete with lawn chairs and a snow beach. Another new nighttime activity is the Star Safari, where guests take a snow coach to the Powderhouse building atop the mountain and use an astronomer and the state s largest commercial telescope to do some serious star gazing. The Durango Mountain Resort is scheduled to open Wednesday with its annual Benefit Day. After seeing few flakes last winter, Telluride has decided to put its money where its livelihood is on the slopes.
Snow is our product.
All the snowmaking really allows for better snow conditions early as well as a better base for better skiing later in the season. After building a new snowmaking pond and purchasing 100 new guns, Telluride plans on paving at least one run stemming from each of lift Nos. The popular Coonskin, Milk Run and Telluride Trail runs will also see some manmade snow. In addition to more snow, Telluride will be offering more food on the mountain with the addition of Allred s. Allred s is a 140-seat restaurant perched near the top of the Gondola that claims its views will only be rivaled by its cuisine and atmosphere.