Granby Ranch Celebrates End of Season with Pond Skim Event

Skiers and snowboarders attempted to skim across a pond filled with balloons at the resort's first pond skim in 8 years.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:58pm

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An abstract, expressionist painting featuring vibrant brushstrokes of neon colors capturing the dynamic movements and splashing of skiers and snowboarders attempting to skim across a pond filled with colorful balloons.Granby Ranch's end-of-season pond skim event brings a burst of color and energy to the resort as winter sports enthusiasts showcase their skills.Granby Today

Granby Ranch closed out the 2024-25 winter season with its first pond skim event in 8 years, as skiers and snowboarders attempted to skim across a pond filled with balloons.

Why it matters

The annual pond skim event is a beloved tradition that marks the end of the ski season at many resorts, showcasing the athletic skills and creativity of winter sports enthusiasts.

The details

Granby Ranch's 'Skim or Swim' event featured skiers and snowboarders trying to glide across a pond filled with colorful balloons, testing their balance and speed as they navigated the watery obstacle course.

  • Granby Ranch closed out the 2024-25 winter season with the event.

The players

Granby Ranch

A ski resort located in Granby, Colorado that hosted the end-of-season pond skim event.

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The takeaway

The return of Granby Ranch's pond skim celebration after an 8-year hiatus signals a renewed sense of community and tradition at the resort, as skiers and snowboarders come together to mark the end of another winter season.