Outdoor Recreation

Less than a three-hour drive from Denver, nestled in the expansive Rocky Mountains, lies the town of Steamboat Springs. This town is famous for their world-class outdoor recreation opportunities, attracting adventurers of all ages. 

Steamboat Springs proudly boasts more than 80 hiking trails of all levels, stunning scenery and endless opportunities to escape into nature for a while. Trailheads for these areas of outdoor recreation are minutes from the center of town. Combined with unique and entertaining events throughout every season, there is always something to experience. 

Award-winning European e-bike leader relocated over summer

Fantic USA, a wholly owned subsidiary of the legendary European motorcycle pioneer Fantic Motor SRL of Italy, has selected Colorado as the relocation site for its North American home. Fantic USA began domestic operations in support of its expansion into e-mobility in 2016 and quickly established its reputation for producing award-winning, high performance electric bicycles for city, mountain and road.

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade today announced Nathan Fey, acting director, has been named permanently as Director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office.

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade today announced Nathan Fey has been named deputy director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, effective March 1, 2019.

The Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, in conjunction with nine other member states of the Coalition of States, today announced the launch of the Confluence of States website dedicated to the bipartisan stewardship of natural resources.

The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) and Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics today announced they have joined in an unprecedented partnership with three major state-based tourism organizations to educate travelers about reducing their impacts on Colorado’s natural resources and special places.

DENVER – VF Corporation, one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies and owner of outdoor brands including The North Face®, JanSport® and Smartwool®, is moving its global headquarters to Denver.

“We are thrilled to welcome a new partner that embodies the values that define Colorado,” said Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper. “VF’s move underscores the critical driver that the outdoor recreation industry plays in our economy where business meets lifestyle.”

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