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FEBRUARY 28 - MARCH 6, 2006 THE CAMPUS PRESS

THE CAMPUS PRESS FEBRUARY 28 - MARCH 6, 2006

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Albuquerque, New Mexico Trying to escape the last of Coloradoʼs cold is as easy as a simple drive south. Albuquerque, New Mexico is a great place to shed those heavy clothes and replace them with shorts and a T-shirt. At at just a 7-hour drive away, Albuquerque gives you an early start to spring. The hot-air balloon rides give a view of the entire city. With golf courses in and around Albuquerque, any golfer could stay busy. Even for the outdoorsman: fishing, biking, hiking and climbing in New Mexico is enough to entertain. “I can only think of a few other places Iʼd like to fish,” said TK Miller, a native Albuquerque fly fisher and senior business major at CU. The Red River is the ideal river to fish during spring break, according to Matt Wagner of Los Rios Anglers in New Mexico. “The fish have just finished spawning,” he said. “So you have a good chance to get a big fish

Does your wallet not have enough cash to fly you down to the tropics this spring break for sunbathing and margaritas? Luckily, there are hundreds of destinations close enough that donʼt requiree a full wallet requ allet to get et ther there. With sspring ing br break k just oonee mont month away away, itʼss time to t figure figure outt just how far you can go. Here are four fun-filled getaways within a dayʼs drive that wonʼt have you checking your bank account.

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Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Spring snow has a reputation of being the better part of the ski season. Having spent all season on Colorado mountains, maybe it is time to venture off and see what Wyoming has to offer within a 9-hour drive. Jackson Hole is a popular resort that gets talked about, but few make the trip to its peaks. Primarily focusing on the intermediate to expert skier level, Jackson Hole does also accommodate the beginss ner rider. Lift tickets are au Str n $70 a day but are cheaper with d y Ha to/ a threeor five-day pass. o h CP

Events: Mimbreno Art and Archaeology Workshop: Friday, March 31 - Monday, April 3 Aprilʼs Fool Spring Art Festival: Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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in a small stream.” For those who prefer to stay inside, there is still much to do. There are many shops with popular brands and local arts and crafts, and you can discover authentic art that cannot be found anywhere else. The night life is also filled with entertainment. Local bands give a taste of genuine culture and the dining reflects unique customs.

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Skisnowboard.com wrote, “Rendezvous Mountain has some of the steepest in-bounds terrain around and the adjacent mountains and lower elevations are gentler.” So no matter your skiing ability, Jackson Hole is an alternative to the average Colorado mountain. Teton Village, at the base of the mountain, has grown to be a comfortable home. With many local breweries, bars and saloons like the Snake River Brewery Company, Teton Village offers many unique places for entertainment. Lodging varies from cheap slope-side lodging at the Hostel X at $60 to $70 a night, to more luxurious mountain retreats and condos.

Events: Jackson Hole Mountain Festival March 18 –April 2, daily Skiers would enjoy some of the greatest spring conditions around. A two-week, end-ofwinter celebration is also happening this week featuring ski parties with live music and an endof-winter season costume show.

Find out more at: http://skisnowboard.com/jackson/ index.html

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Moab, Utah

Go west, young man, where youʼll find Moab, Utah. Itʼs just a 6-hour drive and it offers some of the best outdoor adventure and excitement in North America. With its valleys of the Canyonlands and peaks of the Arches National Parks, Moab is thousands of acres for fourwheeling enthusiasts. “We have off-roading for the most advanced and for beginners,” said Terri Byers, a Cliffhanger Jeep Rental assistant. “You can really do some wheelinʼ.” Jeep rentals can reach $200 a day, or you can bring your own. If you prefer something without a motor, there are innumerable mountain trails. Mountain

biking, hiking, snowshoeing, climbing and horseback riding are just the beginning of the outdoor adventures Moab has to offer. “Every day I was doing something different,” Boulder resident Dan Valient said. “I was scaling rocks, flying down trails or just drinking in my cabin, but I had a blast either way.” Hundreds of pools and creeks for fishing are abundant. Tour operators and rentals make it easy to be fully equipped and find something to do. Lodging at $50 a night is affordable and readily available.

Find out more at: http://www.moab-utah.com

Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri

Spending time on a lake adds up to one of the more enjoyable spring breaks, and the Lake of the Ozarks blows most other lakes out of the water. A 12 1/2-hour drive, this lake resort destination offers everything a lake could. The 90 mile-long body of water features world-class boating and fishing. If you need a boat, you can rent one from $14 to $22 a day. Year-round fishing is available with a wide variety of fish from bass to catfish. “We have over thirty boats to choose from,” said Ruth Sill of Alhonna Boat Rentals. “Any boat for any use, from fishing to cruising.” Daily cruises are also popular, and often

feature entertainment acts and meals. Off the lake, there are over 15 championship golf courses giving the Ozark hills a well-established reputation. And shoppingʼs is not a problem with the Factory Outlet Village, the largest outlet store in the state with 110 stores. Unique off-the-lake miniature golf and gokarts at Big Shotʼs Raceway and Funpark and other parks add extra amusement to the trip. Many waterfront lodges range from $40 to $150 a night. “Itʼs a party on the lake,” Matt Ashley, junior EPO biology major said. “You can always find

cheap condos and boats.”

Find out more at: www.lakelinks.com

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