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PR – CopperMountainOpening2 – Nov15

COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. — November 9, 2015 – Thanks to the hard work of Copper’s snowmaking team over the last week and 14+ inches of natural snow, Copper Mountain is thrilled to announce a new Opening Day of Wednesday, Nov. 11 for the 2015/16 winter season. The American Eagle chairlift will start spinning for the general public at 9 a.m. The first 400 guests in line will be treated to free donuts and hot chocolate.

Guests will enjoy intermediate skiing and riding on trails Rhapsody and Main Vein via the American Eagle chairlift. Easy Rider beginner learning area and Eagle Jib Park are expected to open by Saturday, Nov. 14.

With Copper now opening on Veteran’s Day, the resort will offer free skiing and riding on Wednesday, Nov. 11 to all active or retired military and their dependents. This includes all Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard or retired military and their dependents (spouses and/or children). All military and dependents will be required to show a valid ID at the ticket window at time of purchase.

Copper Sports located in the Copper One building, Center Village will open 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. for rental and season pass needs beginning Wednesday and will resume the hours of 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday – Saturday for the remainder of the winter season. Center Village lift ticket windows will also be open for lift ticket sales. Additional retail outlets including Copper Rocker, Kelly’s Closet and the new Copper Collection will be opening Wednesday. Guests will enjoy Endo’s Adrenaline Café, Starbucks, Solitude Station, Camp Hale, Jack’s Grill and Gustino’s Lakeside Pizzeria for food and beverage options on Opening Day. Additional information including operating hours for each outlet can be found at CopperColorado.com.

Lock in snow days for the 2015/16 winter season with the Copper Season Pass and Copper 4-Pack, on sale now. Buy now at CopperColorado.com.

Visit CopperColorado.com for terrain updates, snow reports, lodging deals, event details and more. Stay connected all season long by following @CopperMtn on FacebookTwitterInstagramPeriscope and Snapchat.