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Put on your dancin' shoes and join us for a boot-stompin' good time! No square dancing expertise required—our event caller and emcee Matt will give you a laid-back and lighthearted introduction to square dancing. All ages and abilities are welcome! The session is instructional, so your only excuse for not joining in is if you're not interested in having fun! Plan to arrive at 7 pm sharp so that you can build up your square dancing knowledge with the rest…

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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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With a paintbrush in one hand and a wine glass in the other, create a keepsake masterpiece inspired by the natural beauty of our Rocky Mountain setting. Artists of all ages are welcome, however must be 21 years of age or older to sip on wine. Space is limited, so save your spot in advance! Paint & Sip classes are $50 per adult, $25 for kids 12 and under, and reserved for Lodging Guests only. Reservations are required  and space…

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Celebrate our nation's Independence Day, Ranch-style! Gather your family for a day of outdoor activities in the fresh mountain air and summer sunshine. Holiday events are reserved for and complimentary for lodging guests and The Ranches owners only. Thursday, July 4 Reserve your spot for Daily Activities like morning yoga on the lawn, a wagon ride, guided hikes and more! All Day Lawn Games | Heck's Lawn 11 AM - 12:30 PM Beekeeping Experience | Meet at Zach's Mercantile 2-4 PM | Savor…

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Join us for elevated Wagyu barbecue, artisanal focaccia, and show-stopping cocktails during this hands-on cooking demo! Learn to prepare ribs, trout, and Wagyu skirt steak, plus create your own dry rub, barbecue, and butter sauces to take home with you. Round out your summer cooking skills with handmade focaccia and a few refreshing cocktails! Sample the finished products and take your sauces, seasonings, and new skills home with you! To Try: - Ribs - Trout - Wagyu Skirt Steak -…

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Join us for elevated Wagyu BBQ, artisanal focaccia, and show-stopping cocktails during this hands-on Cooking Demo! Learn to prepare ribs, trout, and Wagyu skirt steak, plus create your own dry rub, barbecue, and butter sauces. Round out your summer cooking skills with handmade focaccia and a few refreshing cocktails! Sample the finished products and take your sauces, seasonings, and new skills home with you! To Try: - Ribs - Trout - Wagyu Skirt Steak - Focaccia - Two Cocktails To…

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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. Reserved for Lodging Guests. Must register 24 hours in advance. DATES:June 13th & 27thJuly 18th & 20thAugust 10th Duration: 90 Minutes Cost: $50 minimum of 4…

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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, August 30 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 Here! Savor Summer Cooking Demo 2-4 PM | $125/Person | Yager House | Sign up with Concierge…

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Unify nature and movement on this restorative 90-minute hike and yoga excursion. Meander down wooded trails and take a moment beside scenic waters. Settle in for a peaceful yoga practice amid rustling leaves, tapping into all senses with the sights, sounds, and earthy aromas of the Rocky Mountains. We invite you to root down to rise up, finding the full expression of each pose and the healing powers of nature. Join us every Saturday this August, from 12:30pm - 2pm.…

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