Chloe Mcisaac, Junior, Belleville East

As snow blankets the Colorado mountains, outdoor enthusiasts have a unique opportunity: the winter hut trip. Whether you’re a skier or a snowshoer, a hut trip offers an excellent opportunity to connect with nature while exploring the rugged beauty of the state’s wilderness and enjoying the warmth and camaraderie of a cozy mountain hut. From the towering peaks of the San Juan Mountains to the snow-covered trails in Summit County, Colorado’s winter hut trips provide an unforgettable experience for adventurers of all levels. Huts fill up fast, so check each property’s for pricing and availability. Opus Hutu Located between Telluride and Silverton near the top of Ophir Pass in the San Juan Mountains, the Opus Hut was built for backcountry skiers, mountaineers, hikers and mountain bikers. At 11,700 feet, the hut sits at treeline with low-angle glades below and open slopes above.

Denver Post beat writer Bennett Durando opens up the Nuggets Mailbag periodically during the season. You can submit a Nuggets- or NBA-related question here. Why is the Nuggets’ defense so horrific so far this season? Anything in particular stand out? I’ve only occasionally watched on national broadcasts as I refuse to pay for the cheap Kroenkes’ streaming service, but have noticed a ton of points being given up. — CS, Denver I don’t know about “horrific.” Points in a vacuum don’t always tell the whole story.

BOULDER — Whoever said never meet your heroes never met Riley Rhoades. Lordy, they missed out. “Been there for a long time,” the 72-year-old CU Buffs fan told me Tuesday, “and I’ve seen everything.” One national championship. Two 1-10s. A Heisman Trophy winner. Heartache. But Riley hasn’t seen anything like Deion Sanders. Ever. “People (outside Colorado) don’t have a clue what he’s doing here,” Rhoades chuckled.

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