Heavy rains and thunderstorms in Wednesday’s forecast forced the Vail Recreation District to postpone the Beaver Creek Blast. “We appreciate everyone’s understanding as we continue to navigate an unpredictable summer of changing weather and air quality conditions,” the press release stated. Registration opens for youth hockey programsThe Vail Recreation District opened registration for fall U6 and U8 hockey programs on Wednesday. Vail Recreation District/Courtesy photoLocal youth hockey players will be among the first to hit the ice at the newly renovated Dobson Arena in Vail. The fall season runs from Nov. 8 to Dec. 20, with the winter season lasting from Jan. 3 to March 7, 2027.