2012 Talons Challenge & Talons KIDS

Beaver Creek Resort, Red Tail Camp/The Ranch

Saturday, March 3, 2012 - Sunday, March 4, 2012

Date

Start: Saturday, March 3, 2012 @ 8:30 AM
End: Sunday, March 4, 2012 @ 2:30 PM

Additional Date Information

Challenge, Sat 8:30 – 3:30 / KIDS, Sun 10 - 2:30

Address

Beaver Creek Resort, Red Tail Camp/The Ranch
68 Avondale Lane Avon, CO

Fees

$35 online registration for Saturday Adults Talons

$25 registration for Sunday Kids Talons

Registration Closing Date

Thursday, March 1, 2012 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

For the 9th year, The Talons Challenge will be showcasing the best steeps Beaver Creek has to offer. More than 24,000 vertical feet of black Diamond and Double-Black Diamond runs await on Beaver Creek’s legendary World Cup Birds of Prey downhill course, Grouse Mountain, and on the flanks of Larkspur Bowl. Conquer all 13 runs and earn your spot on the Talon's Wall-of-Fame.

Additional Information

Talons Challenge - Saturday, March 3, 2012

For the 9th year, Talons Challenge will be showcasing the best steeps Beaver Creek has to offer. Over 24,000 vertical feet of Black Diamond and Double Black Diamond runs await on Beaver Creek’s legendary World Cup Birds of Prey downhill course, Grouse Mountain, and in Larkspur Bowl. Conquer all 13 runs and earn your spot on the Talons Wall-of-Fame! Included in your registration fee are a free Bratwurst and either a Bud Light or a non-alcoholic beverage. All finishers will receive a Helly Hansen Talon’s Challenge beanie, a commemorative Talons pin, lanyard and credential, and a chance to win amazing prizes at the après party raffle at Red Tail Camp.

Talons Challenge is recommended for ages 13 and up, minimum Level 4.

New Talons Kids – Sunday, March 4, 2012

On March 4th, 2012, kids will have a challenge all their own with the new Talons Kids! Designed to give younger skiers and their families their very own day to  tackle the Talons Challenge, Talons Kids participants can ski at their own pace, amongst other skiers in the same age group and with similar experience levels, all in a relaxed, family-friendly environment. All participants will receive an official Talons Kids beanie, a commemorative Talons Kids pin, lanyard and credential, food and drink, and a chance to win amazing prizes at the après party raffle at Red Tail Camp.

For ages 5-12, minimum Level 4.

Early Check-in Party and Specials at Beaver Creek Sports on Friday, March 4 

On Friday, March 4th from 5pm – 8pm, Beaver Creek Sports will host a special early check-in party for Talons Challenge/Talons Kids participants at their in-resort location. Event participants can register (space permitting) or sign-in, pick-up their Talons lanyard and credential, and enjoy a $35 Talons Tune, 25% off all Demo Rentals, and 20% off non-sale retail items – all in preparation for the next days’ events! Beat the morning madness and face the Challenge before everyone else by checking-in early at Beaver Creek Sports!

Lodging Deals for Talons Weekend

Ski Free, Stay Free , Play Free at Beaver Creek during Talons Weekend. Buy three nights of lodging and three days of skiing, and get the fourth night, ski day and Talons entry fee for free! Rates vary according to dates and timeframe. Offer is based on availability and is valid all season. Taxes, surcharge and gratuity not included. Book online here or call 877.204.7883

A portion of proceeds from the event will be donated to SOS Outreach. SOS Outreach provides 5,500 kids with an adventure based youth development curriculum. More information is available at SOS Outreach. Come out for a great day on the mountain and help make a difference in the lives of youth. 

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