Fields of powder awaited skiers and riders Thursday as Vail opened the Back Bowls for the season. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
It’s not a birthday party without cake, which Vail brought out for its 60th-anniversary bash Thursday in Vail. The party continues through the weekend with live music and events on and off the mountain. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
Skiers cut fresh tracks during Thursday’s opening of the Back Bowls in Vail. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
Chris Cauldron spins tunes during the Vail 60th anniversary party kick-off Thursday in Vail. Music will be on mountain as well as Solaris Plaza throughout the weekend. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
The Back Bowls open for the season Thursday in Vail. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
People relax in the snow bungalows at the top of Eagles Nest for the 60th birthday party for Vail Thursday in Vail. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
People celebrate during Vail’s 60th anniversary party Thursday in Vail. Chris Dillmann/Vail Daily
