Aspen, CO
Located deep in the White River National Forest, just downstream of the Continental Divide, on the banks of the Roaring Fork River, Aspen is a gem of a mountain town rich in history, natural beauty and strong community.
Winter in Aspen brings Winterskol, the ESPN Winter X-Games, World Cup races and tons of perfect powder days for skiing and snowboarding. In summer, families enjoy being outdoors and active together, or cruising about town and taking advantage of outdoor concerts and great cultural events in the arts. Nearby Snowmass Village is a popular destination for family-friendly activities and sports, along with its popular trails and relaxed atmosphere.
Aspen gets national press for its material wealth but locals know the true wealth of Aspen is relationships. It’s going to the ball game and swapping kids for a night and a day; it’s getting caught at the store without enough money and being told, “get me next time, I know where to find you!”; it’s getting the “wanna hike Smuggler?” call at 7 a.m. and being on the mountain at 7:15, and it’s walking your neighbor’s dog every day for weeks because she grounded herself with an injury after an epic run – knowing it will come back to you one day.
Established: March 2010