Entries by Steamboat Resort

Ingraining Sustainability With Help From Environmental Coordinator

Like many U.S. ski resorts, Steamboat sits on National Forest Land, and with that comes major responsibility to minimize impacts on the natural environment. Since the early days of skiing on Mount Werner, coexisting with wildlife, use of fossil fuel and water, and land management have been topics of conversation in Resort operations and planning. […]

Solving The Childcare Equation

As one of the largest employers in Routt County, Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. is taking leading steps to begin to solve the childcare crisis in Routt County. Steamboat Ski Resort Corp. opened an employer-based childcare facility in December 2022. Steamboat is one of only a handful of ski resorts to offer this crucial benefit […]

Empowering Women In The Workplace

Launched in 2021, the Steamboat Women+ Leadership Network continues to empower more than 50 women and those who identify as women at the resort. This program aims to inspire and empower women to thrive personally and professionally through a speaker event series and monthly networking events. In February 2023, Steamboat will host the first Sister […]

Long-Term Commitment to the Local Community Needs

The Passport Club is a result of the longstanding partnership between the Yampa Valley Community Foundation and Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Each year, the resort donates hundreds of Silver Medallions, parking, and other incentives to the YVCF, which in turn, offers them for sale to the community to create unrestricted support funds. Passport Club […]

Partnering to Make Skiing & Riding More Accessible

In a partnership between Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp., SOS Outreach, Alterra Mountain Company, and the Share Winter Foundation, 150 area students from Northwest Colorado are provided a unique opportunity to ski or ride on the mountain, learn life skills, build core values, and experience a strong sense of belonging. Each student is equipped for […]

Empowering Search & Rescue Through Uphill Access

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. donates $21,226.30 in proceeds from 20/21 uphill access sales to Routt County Search & Rescue. Loryn Duke, Communications director for Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp, said ”…we’re happy to provide uphill access, and we love that our community is willing to pay for that access and support local search and […]

Acknowledging Our Connection to the Land

As one part of our broader sustainability initiatives, Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. recognizes our strong connection to Mt. Werner, the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, and the habitat that they provide for local wildlife.  In respect of this connection, Steamboat works closely with local wildlife experts to protect wildlife, including initiatives to provide a winter […]

Building Community Through Service

Employees of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. engage and support the Yampa Valley through numerous organizations, including participating on local organization advisory boards and committees, serving as volunteers, and donating their time and resources to support local events and activities. Employees are currently serving on boards that include the Community Agriculture Alliance, Steamboat Chamber of […]

Eliminating Handfeeding of Canada Jays

This winter, SSRC is working with the United States Forest Service to eliminate handfeeding of Canada Jays, or otherwise known as Gray Jays or Camp Robbers on the mountain, especially in the Morningside area. New signage is displayed on the lift towers and in the lift line with the phrase “Handouts Harm” and asking skiers […]