{"podcast":{"title":"Springs and Things: Your Insider's Guide to Colorado Springs Culture & Community","slug":"springs-and-things-7088548","podcast_index_feed_id":7088548,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/springs-and-things","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zy_pWZInQ-ysPPjw7H_DLAwYDfUJJb7SGygHCmjNwVg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81YTM4/MjRmYjM5NGEyMjI5/OWQ5YzI5NWUxN2Zm/ZDBjZS5wbmc.jpg","author":"Lauren Ferrara and Carly Ries","episode_count":92,"summary":"Welcome to Springs and Things, the podcast where two close friends spill the tea on all things Colorado Springs! From culture and community to hidden gems and neighborhood lore, we’ve got it covered. Join us as we sip our coffee (or maybe something stronger) and dive into the stories and secrets that make this city so unique. Whether you're a local or just passing through, our fun, light-hearted, and always entertaining take on the quirks, hot topics, and insider tips will keep you coming back for more. Discover what’s really happening in the Springs—beyond the mountains and parks!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T22:21:20.784137+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548"},"episode":{"title":"66. What to Do in Summit County When the Snow’s Meh (A Colorado Springs Local’s Guide)","slug":"66-what-to-do-in-summit-county-when-the-snow-s-meh-a-colorado-springs-local-s-guide","published_at":"2026-02-03T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/66-what-to-do-in-summit-county-when-the-snow-s-meh-a-colorado-springs-local-s-guide","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/116f20b1","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/116f20b1/11c52bfa.mp3","summary":"Ski season might be technically underway in Colorado, but that doesn’t mean the slopes are the main event this year. In this episode of Springs & Things , Carly and Lauren share their favorite things to do in Summit County when skiing conditions aren’t ideal (or when you just don’t feel like skiing at all). From cozy coffee shops and award-winning restaurants to tubing hills, art studios, snow forts, and immersive festivals, this episode is packed with winter mountain getaway ideas that don’t require skis . Whether you’re traveling with kids, planning a low-key weekend, or tagging along for ski programs you already paid for, this guide proves you can still have an unforgettable Colorado mountain trip. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Summit County is worth visiting even in a low-snow ski year The best non-ski winter activities for families, couples, and solo travelers Where to eat, drink coffee, and relax in Breckenridge, Frisco, and Silverthorne Unique art, culture, and events that make mountain towns special year-round How to enjoy Keystone and Breckenridge without skiing at all Food & Coffee Worth the Trip Rootstalk – James Beard Award–winning chef, hidden happy hour, and one of Colorado’s most talked-about dining experiences Silver Crown – Cozy whiskey bar that surprises with excellent coffee and breakfast Outer Range Brewing Company – Favorite brewery vibes with standout branding Bird Craft (inside Outer Range) – Chicken stand that’s become a local favorite Mountain Dweller Coffee – Ideal work-from-anywhere atmosphere Winter Activities (No Skis Required) Frisco Adventure Park – Tubing, beginner ski lessons, sledding hills, and cross-country skiing The Art Spot – Drop-in art studio with supplies, classes, and working artists on site Silverthorne Recrea…","meta_description":"Ski season might be technically underway in Colorado, but that doesn’t mean the slopes are the main event this year. In this episode of Springs & Thin…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1071,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/springs-and-things-7088548/episodes/66-what-to-do-in-summit-county-when-the-snow-s-meh-a-colorado-springs-local-s-guide/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/66-what-to-do-in-summit-county-when-the-snow-s-meh-a-colorado-springs-local-s-guide.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}