So, Copper Mountain is not an Alterra resort. Copper is owned by POWDR as is Eldora and numerous other resorts across the country you can see on their website. Their resorts are IKON partners, but not operated by Alterra so expect their operations to be different than Alterran owned resorts like Steamboat and Winter Park.I do know I've been to that other Alterra destination, Copper Mtn., twice this summer, scouting and hiking. And the second time, just this week, things had improved markedly - organization details more worked out, more employees starting to be informed, better signage and more spaces roped off in well thought out ways; and more uniform masks and distancing practices.. Glad I went back.
Copper may allow loading unrelated platies on each end of a quad or six-pack, but not filling it as Alterra stated. Here's what Copper said about loading lifts in their winter operations update:
Lifts – Physical distancing in lift queues occurs organically due to the length of skis and snowboards and guests will notice additional spacing measures, including extended maze designs, more lateral spacing and increased signage, to further ensure a consistent flow of appropriately spaced traffic. Guests will self-group and load chairlifts and gondolas with their traveling party. Lift attendants will not require guests to ride a chairlift with people they do not know. High capacity chairlifts and closed cabin carriers may be the exception, and may be loaded in a way that allows for physical distancing.
Other POWDR owned resorts I've looked a use the same language.