Examples of blocks of wood transformed into works of art. Courtesy/PR
PURGATORY News:
DURANGO — Purgatory Resort announces the return of the Carve Wars chainsaw art competition, Aug. 2-4. This family-friendly event is free and will be held in the Village Plaza base area at Purgatory Resort.
Carve Wars is a chainsaw art competition featuring the world’s best chainsaw artists as they transform blocks of wood into works of art. The one-of-a-kind art pieces are sold upon completion at live auctions, with a portion of the proceeds going to support local nonprofits.
Saturday Aug. 2, event attendees can purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win a free carving. Winners will be announced after 3 p.m. during the auction. Guests can also bid on their favorite pieces during the live auctions on Saturday and Sunday.
Event Schedule
Friday, Aug. 2:
- Carving: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 3:
- Carving: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Auction: 3 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 4:
- Carving: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Auction: 2 p.m.
Visit purgatoryresort.com/events or carvewars.com for more information. Purgatory’s summer season is packed with signature events and family-friendly activities, including the region’s only Mountain Coaster, Alpine Slide, and lift-served Bike Park.
Learn more and purchase tickets at purgatory.ski/summer-activities.
