MT. CRESTED BUTTE, Colo. – May 14 – Crested Butte, Colorado is known as a great ski resort, the "Wildflower Capital of Colorado", the Last Great Colorado Ski Town, the list could go on. For hunting enthusiasts, Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley are also well known for their wildlife and game. In fact, the Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce has the 1899 World Record Elk shot in Gunnison County by John Plute, along with the gun he used.

After hosting the first annual West Elk Archers High Mountain Shootout last summer, Crested Butte Mountain Resort is excited to announce the addition of a fulltime 3D Archery course to the list of summer activities and the second annual High Mountain Shoot competition.

Archers will be able to access the 20 target course using the Red Lady Express Lift. The Red Lady lift runs daily from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and on Wednesdays and Friday evenings the lift runs late for Twilight hours until 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 and include a free beverage at Butte 66.

Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Black Bear, Fox, Coyote and Rocky Mountain Elk will be set amongst the beautiful mountain landscape in a format that will appeal to all ability levels. The loop from the top of the chair lift will cover a total of about one and a half miles and return archers to the lift, where they will download back to the base area. Snow permitting, the Archery Course will open on June 13th and follow the operating hours of the Red Lady Express Lift for the entire summer.

Also mark the calendar for the weekend of August 15 and16 for the Annual Sitka High Mountain Shoot. Just two weeks prior to the opening of archery season, this event will offer multiple ranges and over 50 targets for archers to hone their skills in both competitive and non-competitive formats. For more details about the archery course visit www.skicb.com/archery and for more information about the Sitka High Mountain Shoot out visit www.skicb.com/events

About Crested Butte:
Nestled in the heart of Colorado's Rocky Mountains, Crested Butte is committed to preserving the pristine landscape and mountain lifestyle. With vibrant Victorian store fronts and expressive local characters, the small historic town remains true to its heritage and radiates an unparalleled welcoming and inviting spirit that celebrates a simpler life and time. Thanks to a widely diverse landscape, outdoor enthusiasts of all levels will find a new challenge with each visit. From world-class mountain biking, to legendary skiing and snowboarding, to a secluded fly-fishing experience, Crested Butte is one of Colorado's best-kept secrets. www.skicb.com

For more information about Crested Butte's lodging, conference, meeting facilities, and special packages, call Crested Butte Vacations, (844) 993-9545 or visit the web site at www.skicb.com/deals.


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