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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…

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Ignite your holiday spirit at our annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony! Join us for an evening of fun, including hot cocoa by the fire, holiday music, and more. **Holiday events are reserved for lodging guests only. Our Concierge Team will be in contact with you following your lodging reservation to assist with all holiday dining and activity reservations. Book now online or call (970) 726-7000. To contact our Concierge Team with any questions, please call: (970) 726-7000 ext. 716. TREE…

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Mother's Day Must-Dos Spa Specials | Sparkling wine tasting with a special spa giveaway | View Spa Offerings Mother's Day Bubbly Ride | Morning and afternoon hour-long horseback ride finishing with sparkling wine and canapes | Reserve with Cabin Creek Stables Scavenger Hunt | Stop by the activities center for details! Yoga | Daily at 8:30am | Reserve with Ranch Creek Spa Guided Nature Hike | Daily at 4:30pm | Reserve with Zach's Mercantile   Mother's Day at heck's Tavern Sunday, May…

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Let our experience guide lead you on a guided hike on a full moon, 8–9:30 PM.Hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are required. Water provided. Check-in at Zach's Mercantile shop $30 per person Dates: June 3rd, Strawberry MoonJuly 2nd, Buck MoonAugust 1st, Sturgeon Moon

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Join Scott Rashid, Director of the Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute (CARRI) on a leisurely bird walk along the grounds of the Ranch. As you walk, Scott will identify the birds by sight and by sound, and teach you about the types of birds seen on the property. This birding adventure is for both the novice and the more advanced birder. Complimentary and Reserved for Lodging Guests DATES:June 10th & 17thJuly 15th & 22ndAugust 26thSeptember 9th For registration or questions, please call our Activities Center at 970-726-8231…

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*Special events are reserved for overnight lodging guests only. Dates subject to change based on season/weather. Minimum of 4 guests for the event to occur. Join our local beekeeper with Tabernash Honey Company to learn all about the exciting world of bees! Donning a full beekeeper suit, guests will get up close and personal with our Ranch honeybees, learn their history and importance to our ecology system, and understand the care and maintenance beehives require. Our hives at the Ranch…

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Celebrate Labor Day with a weekend getaway to the Colorado mountains for some family fun in the sun. *Holiday events are reserved for and complimentary for lodging guests only. Friday, September 1 Daily Activities From an early garden tour or yoga to hiking, fly fishing and movies, pack your day with fun mountain activities! 7:30 AM - 8 PM | See All Activities Below! Wagon Ride 4:30 PM  |  Main Lobby Square Dancing & Live Music 7 – 9 PM…

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Experience once-a-year wild and majestic elk bugling. During mating or “rutting” season, the mature bull elk attract a harem of cow elk by showing off his massive antlers, flaunting his strong physique, and distinctively bellowing, whistling, and grunting. Complimentary and Reserved for Lodging Guests Register at Zach’s Mercantile 970-726-8231 or with our Concierge at 970-726-7000 ext. 716 Meet at Zach's Mercantile Dates: September 23rd, 30th, October 7th, 14th. *Schedule subject to change based on weather and elk activity levels.

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Give thanks for family, friends, fellowship, and festivities. Pause and reflect in pristine mountain landscapes, gather with loved ones at our signature Thanksgiving dinner, and kick off the holiday season at the Ranch. Find our signature holiday events in orange.  **Holiday events are reserved for lodging guests only. Our Concierge Team will be in contact with you following your lodging reservation to assist with all holiday dining and activity reservations. Book now online or call: (970) 726-7000. To contact our…

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Help us countdown to the lighting of our Christmas tree and kick off the holiday season! Roast s'mores around the fire, sing Christmas carols and catch a cameo from some of our favorite horses from the herd as they parade in for the tree lighting. 5–5:20 PM: Grab festive drinks at Heck’s Bar5:30 PM: Ceremony to kick off the holiday season5:45 PM: Toast & Tree Lighting Moment6 PM: Guests come back in for seated dinner in Heck’s Reservations for Heck's…

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