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December 2022
Snow Season Daily Activities
*All activities are reserved for overnight lodging guests and Ranches owners only, weather-dependent, and require advanced reservations. Complimentary: Yoga, Hikes, and Movies DAILY SCHEDULE: 8:30 AM - Daily Yoga (Meditation after class Mon-Thurs) 9:00 AM - Private Ski Lesson: Classic & Skate 10:00 AM - Feed Sleigh Ride | Group Guided Fat Bike Tour 10:30 AM - Winter Horseback Ride 11:00 AM - Intro to Classic Skiing (Group Lesson) | Intro to Skate Skiing (Group Lesson) | Kids' Group Classic…
Tommelfest 2022
Raise your glogg (old-fashioned Swedish spiced wine) for our annual Tommelfest celebration! Kick off the beginning of the winter season at our Viking-themed Nordic festival with free skate & classic cross country ski lessons from DTR Ski Instructors & CU Ski Team Coaches, keg toss, Swedish meatballs, and more–all in the spirit of the first cross-country skiers from Norway and Sweden where the sport originated. In the event that snow conditions do not support Nordic Ski Clinics, alternate outdoor…
Christmas Tree Cutting
Cut your own Christmas tree at the Ranch this holiday season! When you stay with us between Dec. 11 and Dec. 25, you can take a little piece of your Rocky Mountain stay home with you! Bundle up, prepare the hot cocoa, and wander into the peaceful woods in search of the perfect tree. While your tree is not for use on site, you can take it home to decorate and enjoy all holiday season long (go ahead, leave it…
Christmas Season 2022 at the Ranch
A white Christmas here is more than just a dream, but a certainty in the Rocky Mountains. Dash through blankets of snow on horseback or sleigh ride, or slow down for a scenic tour on skis or snowshoes. Spend silent nights strolling under twinkling lights or wrapped up by the fire under the stars. Delight in special holiday events such as breakfast with Santa, Christmas crafts, signature holiday feasts, and more. *Holiday activities are reserved for lodging guests only and…
January 2023
Full Moon Ski Tour
Resort guests can join our guided cross-country ski tours under the light of the full moon. Ski through our Rocky Mountain winter wonderland. Reservations & Check-In: Zach's Mercantile (970) 726-8231, Group limited to 10 people. Cost: Complimentary and reserved for Lodging Guests only. Equipment not included ($25 ski rentals). Experience: Cross-country ski experience preferred. January 7th Wolf Moon February 4th Snow Moon March 4th Worm Moon
Fischer Free Demo Classic/Skate Skis & Boots
Try new demo skis or boots for classic or skate cross-country skiing with Fischer brands. Location: Zach's Mercantile Free for lodging guests or with a ski pass.
2023 Stagecoach Classic 30k & 15k race – 15k Ski Tour
Race results HERE Devil's Thumb Ranch is happy to present the eighth annual 30km/15km classic-only cross country ski race and tour. The event will start and finish at Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa. An end of race celebration will be located at Axel's Pavilion with food and beer. Event details and schedule Online registration closes at 12:00 pm on January 20th, 2023. After 12:00pm on January 14th, 2023 prices will increase (HS Student has a flat rate) : 30k…
Skijoring Clinic
Learn to cross-country ski with your dog! Head out on the Ranch’s Nordic ski trails and learn to work as a team with your dog. Easy to learn and fun, skijoring is a great way for you and your dog to get exercise in the winter. Classes are taught by Louisa Morrissey, certified professional dog trainer. Dates: Saturdays: January 7th, January 22nd, February 4th, February 18th, March 4th. Time: 11:00am-1pm Location: Meet outside by Rachel's pool Cost: $50 for clinic…
April 2023
Snow Season Daily Activities (Late Season)
*All activities are reserved for overnight lodging guests and Ranches owners only, weather-dependent, and require advanced reservations. Complimentary: Yoga, Hikes, and Movies DAILY SCHEDULE: 8:30 AM - Daily Yoga (20 minute guided meditation class will be after the yoga classes on Monday-Friday Starting on April 4th) 10:00 AM - Group Guided Fat Bike Tour 10:30 AM - Buckaroo (Pony) Ride 12:00 PM - Group Snowshoe Guided Tour 1:00 PM - Buckaroo (Pony) Ride 2:00 PM - Laser Rifle Biathlon 3:30…
Fly Tying Classes
$150 per person. This activity is available to overnight lodging guests only. Have you always wanted to try tying your own flies, but worried it was just too difficult? The truth is that it’s simply not that hard and can be very relaxing and a great creative outlet. Have a blast learning the basics of fly tying with our fly fishing and tying instructor, former long-time Orvis Fishing Manager, Brian Young. Brian will review the basic tools, materials, and key…