By Brenda Armstrong

"Winterizing" probably makes you think about getting your home ready for the transition from fall to winter. You're right. But, what about that "home" you walk around in everyday?  Your body. That's right, our bodies need winterizing too.

Snow is coming. So are about 1,000 different kinds of skis from over twenty manufactures. It's time to ask those questions: Do I really need to replace my skis this year? What kind should I buy? How much is that going to cost?

Recent weather systems have Purgatory off to a good start for Winter 2010-2011

It's the beginning of November... which means the big holidays are just around the corner. In our world of consumerism, it's easy to get caught up in the "buy, buy, buy" mentality; especially during this time of year. Family Get Togethers, Holiday Parties, Nights Out, Gifts... gifts...

We've all been there: the snow falls, we lace up our boots and enjoy an amazing day on the slopes  or at the Nordic Center. All this to painfully discover those muscles that we haven't used in months.

After waiting for the longest time, your beau has finally proposed and asked for your hand in marriage.

It's mid-week, and time for dinner. Somehow, tonight's menu hasn't come together- no problem, durangodowntown.com has got you covered. In fact, we've got your entire week covered with recipes that are perfect for this time of year; It's cold outside... make it warm inside.

Enjoy our Colorado blue sky and mild temperatures while you soak up the incredible beauty of Southwest Colorado.  Choose from one of Durango's famous historic hotels - such as the General Palmer Hotel or the Strater Hotel.

With just a little more than two weeks to go, mom's and dad's of superheroes and princesses better get the costumes together... quick! Get out the scissors and glue, cardboard and some wild fabric and make your little one's costume this year.