Devil’s Thumb Ranch’s Wrangler Camps offer true western adventure for teens and adults!
Teens and adult wannabe cowboys and cowgirls can step back in time and engage in an “Old West meets New West” culture at one of Devil’s Thumb Ranch’s upcoming Wrangler Summer Camps.
Providing the opportunity for participants to experience life in simpler terms before the days of text messaging, video games, cell phones and other modern day distractions, the Wrangler Camps offer a memorable opportunity to transpose oneself back to those “days gone by” when a hard day’s work meant corralling and feeding the horses, fishing for the evening’s dinner and doing one’s own handiwork.
It’s not all work, however, with the Ranch’s professional staff providing plenty of pampering options. Limited to 10 kids per camp, children get a lot of personal attention and instruction, with a 4:1 camper to counselor ratio. Following are overviews of each camp and what’s included:
Junior Wrangler Camps
June 6-10, 2010– ages 11-13
June 13-17, 2010– ages 14-16
Aug. 1-5, 2010 – ages 11-13
A great way to inspire or foster a love for the outdoors, these fun-packed weeks will provide lasting memories for teens. For five days, they’ll live the life of a Junior Wrangler. Hiking, cookouts, camp-outs, fly-fishing, animal tracking, swimming, ranch chores…and a big dose of teamwork and horsemanship. They’ll be paired with one animal all week long and learn everything there is to know about them, from care to saddling, grooming, riding and even some rodeo skills. The last night, Mom & Dad are invited up for a cowboy style BBQ, a mini-rodeo and skills demonstration from the kids, followed by a night in the Main Lodge.
Cost: $1750/child, inclusive of meals, lodging, activities and last evening barbecue and one night’s lodging in the main lodge for the parents
Big Kids Go Country (adult camp)
September 13-17, 2010 — for Grown-up Wrangler-Wannabes (men and women!)
Live out all those cowboy and cowgirl dreams with five days of City Slicker fun. Days are spent as a ranch hand and nights like royalty, enjoying “from the earth and sea” fine-dining (with a come as you are flair) at Ranch House Restaurant & Saloon, contemporary western-style fare at Heck’s Tavern and the incomparably comfortable ‘bunks’ of the Main Lodge. Gain a knowledge of horsemanship including haltering, leading, grooming, saddling, roping and more – and then put those skills to test on the trails of Devil’s Thumb Ranch, exploring the nooks and crannies of the 5000 acres of privately owned wilderness that most folks don’t ever see. It’s not all work and play – there’s also plenty of time for relaxing too – with options that include spa treatments, fly fishing, mountain biking, hiking or curling up with a favorite cowboy novel at the pool. The camp winds down with an awards ceremony and a great chance for braggin’ rights. This is the perfect teambuilding outing for companies, family reunions, or a group of friends looking for a unique experience.
Cost: $2100/person, inclusive of lodging, meals and activities, with spa treatments, alcohol and gratuity additional
Murder Mystery Dinners Murder 1941: Death Rides the Airwaves
Intriguing mysteries, stellar performances by ‘Til Death Do Us Party, and fine dining all meet to give you an amazing night out. $64 per person includes dinner, a cocktail of your choice, show, tax, gratuity, and valet parking. Click here to learn more about our Murder Mystery Dinners.
Friday, March 12th Friday, March 19th Friday, March 26th
Hotel Boulderado Mezzanine 6:45pm-10:00pm Call (303) 440-2880 for reservations. Overnight packages also available.
Get fit and feel fabulous with new Fit & Fabulous getaway from Vail Valley’s Westin Riverfront!
Need a serious motivator to get back in to the gym or take your workout regimen to the next level? How about pairing personal training sessions with a relaxing getaway to Vail Valley’s hottest lodging destination with The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa’s new Fit & Fabulous package.
Renew with two 1 hour personal training sessions at the Riverfront Club fitness center, which features a wide variety of state-of-the-art cardio and weight lifting equipment and amazing mountain views. There is never a better time than right now to get a personalized exercise plan from one of the Riverfront Club Personal Fitness Professionals. Learn new and exciting exercises, put together an exercise plan, or just enjoy a great workout by a trainer. A great way to get on track – and stay on track!
Need more exhilaration? The Westin’s Riverfront Club also features an outdoor 25-yard lap pool, three infinity hot tubs and a full schedule of daily cycling, yoga and Pilates classes. During the winter, the hotel is connected to Beaver Creek Mountain via the Riverfront Express Gondola, offering skiers and snowboarders direct access to exceptional terrain. In the summer, enjoy Vail Valley’s outstanding hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing and kayaking.
The Westin Riverfront Fit & Fabulous Package is offered year-round and starts at $299 per night for two people and includes:
* Accommodations for two in a spacious studio suite * Two 1 hour personal training sessions for 2 people at the Riverfront Club * Unlimited group exercise classes, including Pilates, yoga and CycleFit * A bottle of wine * Complimentary valet parking
To book a visit, please call 1-866-949-1616 or visit www.westinriverfrontavon.com. A two night minimum stay is required with the Fit & Fabulous package; lodging tax, resort fees and gratuity are not included.
Nestled on the banks of the Eagle River, The Westin Riverfront features 210 spacious guest residences, which range in size from studio suites to three bedroom condominiums, all featuring contemporary “mountain modern” décor, expansive windows, custom kitchens, five-piece bathrooms and gas fireplaces.
The Westin Riverfront is home to Restaurant Avondale, Vail Valley’s newest dining destination by acclaimed chef/owner Thomas Salamunovich. Treat your sore muscles to a Therapeutic Sports or Deep Tissue Massage at Spa Anjali, which offers a complete menu of mountain inspired spa treatments.
Other refreshing amenities at The Westin Riverfront include a ski valet, an on-site ski rental and retail shop, a fly fishing shop in the summer and a Westin Kids Club. And please do not forget your furry friend – dogs are always welcome at The Westin Riverfront!
The Westin Riverfront, which opened September 2008, is the only Silver LEED certified hotel in Colorado. It was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s “Hot List 2009” as one of the 140 hottest new resorts worldwide, as well as ranked 2nd in the “10 Best Snow Resorts for Families” by Parents magazine.
Enjoy the Murder Mystery Spring 2010 Series at the Hotel Boulderado
What goes better with a delicious dinner and drinks than a little bit of betrayal and murder? Find out how much fun it is to figure out a whodunit at the Murder Mystery Spring 2010 Series on March 12th, 19th and 26th at the Hotel Boulderado on 2115 Thirteenth St. in Boulder, Colorado.
Guests can enjoy a performance of “Murder 1941: Death Rides the Airwaves” at this fun dinner mystery theater. The show consists of a radio cast performing the 6th episode of “The Black Mantis,” their smash hit on KDED radio. Enjoy watching behind the scenes as the radio actors play their parts with gusto in the type of serial radio program that was all the rage in the pre-television-crazed WWII era. Then watch their ruthless machinations as they’re away from the microphones, and follow the betrayal and deception so you can put the mystery together and figure out who the dastardly culprit might be.
The murder mystery show begins at 6:45 p.m. each night with “Cocktails and Clues.” The “crime scene” is open for inspection at 7 p.m., and the buffet opens at 7:30. You can purchase tickets for $64 per person, which includes the show, dinner, one drink, taxes, a dinner tip and valet parking. Packages are also available for overnight lodging. The packages all include the full Murder Mystery evening and lodging, and range in price from $271 for 2 people in a room with a tradition queen-sized bed to $331 for 2 people in a room with a classic king-sized bed. A package for 2 in a suite costs $371, and the most luxurious accommodations for 2 in a Presidential Suite costs $391.
Guests can enjoy elegant appetizers, entrees and desserts. Just a few of the choices include phyllo shells filled with boursin cheese and topped with roasted red peppers and grilled asparagus, fresh baked brioche rolls, au gratin potatoes with caramelized onions and gruyere cheese, chicken saltimbocca with Madeira wine sauce, schnitzel with wine butter sauce and tiramisu cheesecake. Other entrée, appetizer and dessert choices are available, and a choice of drinks is available as well, so there’s something to please everyone.
For reservations to a Murder Mystery night, either for just the dinner show or for a complete show and lodging package, call 303-440-2880, email sales@boulderado.com or go to www.boulderado.com for more information or reservations.
Kjell Mitchell Appointed Leader of 2010 Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association
On January 15th in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Kjell Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer and General Manager, was appointed as the 2010 head of the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association. He’ll take over the position from Dan Pirrallo who’s currently the General Manager at the Boulder Millennium Harvest House.
The Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association (CH&LA) was founded in the late 19th century, so it has a rich history of advocacy in the area. The association strives to continue that advocacy for the areas hotels and lodging properties. Glenwood Hot Springs became a member in the CH&LA more than 40 years ago. The CH&LA currently has 375 members that span over 37,000 guest rooms in Colorado, including every type of lodging from quaint bed & breakfasts and rustic cabins to luxury timeshares and condos, ski resorts and deluxe vacation home rentals.
Mitchell says that his focus as the chairman will be to educate lodging owners about the advantages of membership in the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association, and to represent and safeguard their interests while providing a voice for them in government-related issues. He also intends to support hotels and hospitality by encouraging others to choose it as a profession and a rewarding career.
Mitchell’s vast experience in hospitality helped the CH&LA make the decision to appoint him the leader in 2010. He was the CH&LA Vice-Chair in 2009, and had served on their executive committee. He has also taken part in the activities of the association for a long time, offering his experience and knowledge generously. He currently manages the Spa of the Rockies, and The Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge, as well as the world renowned Hot Springs Pool.
Donna Horii has been named the Director of Sales by the Breckenridge Resort Chamber. Local lodging companies formed a selection committee from their top group sales experts and members of the Breckenridge Resort Chamber’s Board of Directors. After a painstaking review process to choose the best candidate, the committee chose Horii to fill the position.
Horii’s experience in sales includes working for a variety of nonprofit organizations, and numerous lodging companies and corporations. She has also handled sales for 3 different Convention and Visitors Bureaus, in Greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as well as Denver and Grand Junction, both in Colorado.
