Heart of Telluride

The Facts of Life (at Telluride Ski Resort)

Amy — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:27:45 +0000

The skiing in Telluride is world-class and incredible. Aside from the jaw-dropping beauty, the ski mountain offers a true mix of skiing for all levels of skiers thanks to a great selection of runs. What makes my heart go pitter-patter is that even beginners and intermediates can ride to the highest peaks and enjoy spectacular [...]

Ski Telluride! (But What If I Don’t Ski?)

Amy — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:38:15 +0000

Not a skier? Want to leave the skis and boards in the locker one day? Check out our list of interesting and fun things to do in while on vacation in Telluride.

Take in a movie at the historic Nugget Theatre (a real step-back in time). Be su

Is Helicopter Skiing for Me?

katrine — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 03:45:13 +0000

My husband and I love to ski. Bill is a black diamond skier and I am a “cautious intermediate” which pretty much means I stick to the blues and greens. I especially love the runs off of Chair 10 (like Sundance and Galloping Goose). When I wan

Yes, Telluride Really Looks Like This

Amy — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 22:08:28 +0000

One of my favorite places to get lost in historic downtown Telluride is Naturescapes Gallery, owned by Dale Malmedal, outdoor photographer extraordinaire. Some of Dale’s photography will literally make you catch your

Telluride Film Festival Features Tribute To George Clooney

katrine — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:34:30 +0000

Six Things I Learned About George Clooney at the Telluride Film Festival

1. George Clooney loves being a movie star. Not that I’ve met tons of stars, but after going to the Telluride Film Festival for over ten years, I have seen my share of

“But Mom, Where’s the Condo Cat?”

Amy — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:06:41 +0000

When Heart of Telluride owners, Katrine and Bill Formby, purchased the building that now houses their beautifully remodeled penthouse and condo in downtown Telluride, the 1970s building needed a lot of work. Doors didn’t shut well, and one of the

My Brain was as Numb as My Feet

Amy — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 04:09:27 +0000

After a winter of epic snowfall, the river was running wild, as was the anticipation in our group of eight for a half-day rafting trip at Specie Creek outside of Telluride. Fitted with wet suits, life jackets and water booties, we listened to a speec

Five Guilty Pleasures

Amy — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:09:01 +0000

Indulge yourself in all things Telluride. I wanted to share five of my favorite ways to relax and enjoy this incredibly beautiful mountain town.

Mosey on down to The Steaming Bean and enjoy a big cup of or

Telluride 4th of July Photography Contest • 2011 Honorable Mentions

katrine — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 18:14:37 +0000

Last summer we started the Telluride July 4th Hot Shot Photography Contest. The idea came to me while at a retreat in March of 2010. Everyone who attended was asked to submit one great (hopefully) photo taken during their stay. The last day of the re

Winners of Telluride’s Hot Shot Photography Contest

katrine — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 21:03:38 +0000

This past July 4th I was standing on Main Street with hundreds of people watching Telluride’s 4th of July parade and I heard someone next to me say, “Gosh, this is very Mayberry.” I smiled. Seemingly every local dog was dressed in red white