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Miller film kicks off Durango's winter season
Not Warren himself.
But Warren' Miller's latest ski film, "Children of Winter" will hit the screen in Durango with showings on Monday and Tuesday.
The Miller-preseason winter sports film is a ritual for skiing and snowboarding communities.
This year's 60th annual Warren Miller film will include more cutting-edge athletes at exotic locales around the world.
During the film, attendees will have an opportunity to win door prizes, including ski equipment and ski vacations.
The showings serve as a benefit for the Durango Winter Sports Foundation.
There will be a family showing at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Miller Middle School.
The Abbey Theatre will host the film on Tuesday for showings at 6:30 and 9 p.m.
Tickets for the film are $10.
Advanced ticket purchases are encouraged. Last year the films sold out.
Tickets are available through local ski team members and at Magpie's, the Ski Barn and Hassle Free Sports.
This year's film also will feature former Durango freestyle mogul skier Zak Watkins.
Watkins, a two-time Junior Olympic medalist, is the reigning USSA Rocky Mountain Athlete of the Year.
He skied with the Durango team from the age of 8 to 18.
He currently skis for the Telluride Bump Club as he pursues a spot on the U.S. Freestyle Team with Olympic aspirations for Vancouver in 2010.
"We are extremely proud of Zak and his dedication to become one of the top skiers in the country," said Kirk Rawles, head coach of the Durango Freestyle Team.
"He's one of our original team members, and we are extremely excited about his accomplishments," Rawles said.
Watkins is scheduled to be on hand for the Durango showings of the Warren Miller film on Monday and Tuesday.
heraldsports@durangoherald.com
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