Crossing the Hudson on Horseback – June 21, 2008
Skiing is over for the season in the East, so we made another choice. My family and I spent a glorious five days at a Dude Ranch in the Adirondacks, in Stony Creek, New York. . Guess they don’t use that term any more. Officially, it was the “1000 Acres Ranch Resort” which features great Western horseback riding, a beautiful golf course (which is under water for part of each spring, when the Hudson River floods), abundant food, and terrific people. Some of the guests return each year with their families – a few have been keeping the tradition for as long as 20 years.
Full disclosure – we made the trip for my son’s wedding, which took place at a resort about 20 minutes down the mountain. But, I suggested many of the guests chose the ranch, and I am glad we did so. We also had the pre-Wedding rehearsal dinner there, so it worked out well.
The Ranch is about 480 miles from the Washington area. We drove it at about 10 hours each way, because we had a lot of equipment to transport in a truck. But, it is far better to take a fairly cheap flight to Albany, and drive an hour north.
In the winter, the Ranch offers shuttle service to nearby Gore Mountain, where visitors can ski and snowboard and then return to 1000 acres to eat, sleep, snowmobile, cross country, or ride horses in the snow. They have about 70 sure-footed horses, who do well on the steep trails, through the forests, the Hudson River (at a shallow, rocky crossing), or the snow in the winter. We want to check out their winter program, including the slopes at Gore. But, on a beautiful summer week, we thoroughly enjoyed the Ranch!
The costs are not exorbitant, and there is value for money. Weekly rates are about $850 dollars, and daily about $150. That includes lodging, several hours of horseriding or golf, fishing, swimming, sumptuous breakfasts, and other meals (depending upon program). Always check out package rates on any trips.
The breakfast omelets were incredible, as was the rest of the food. There was so much, we took it back to our refrigerator, and had it for lunch.
The cabins are comfortable, and have a wonderful view of the Hudson River and the mountains. It is like a scene from Brigadoon, to see the mists roll across the heights. The Ranch has a small beach on the river, and there are often bonfires at night, and barbecues at lunch. Most of the cabins can sleep 2 or 4. They are rustic – this is a ranch. So, there are no microwaves, t.v’s, or radios in the cabins, and bring your own shampoos and hand lotions – no fancy samples here. We were delighted to have wi fi service in our cabin. But there is also strong wifi in the lounge area, and several t.v.s. It is more social that way in any case. The ranch also has 3 nice swimming pools and a hot tub – most welcome after several hours riding (or bouncing) in a hard Western saddle!
The horseback riding is the main attraction of the Ranch, as it should be. It is fantastic! Many of the guests ride for 2 hours in the morning, and 2 in the afternoon. We were fortunate to be able to walk after 2days of riding. If it were not for the hottub, I could not have staggered down the aisle for my son’s wedding!
The horse rides are led by two remarkable men – Billy Smith, the corral boss, and his part time “assistant” Judge Bruce Hayes. Bruce is really a sitting NY State Magistrate, but we think we probably prefers his day with the horses and “the dudes.” Cowboy Billy is a fascinating man. He calls himself a “natural horseman” and says the horses talk to him, since he knows how to listen and respect them. He lectures at Cornell University, and is active in campaigns to eliminate horse slaughter and protect race horses. We want to get him down to Washington to give some lectures.
Billy demonstrated some remarkable feats with the horses he is training. At one point, he put a special needs relative of ours on a horse. Last month, the pinto was due to be slaughtered for bucking problems. Now, this young boy was riding him without a bridle or a bit. The horse was walking after Billy like an overgrown dog! By the way, Billy’s dog also sits on and rides horses on his own.
The riding trails are both tranquil and exciting, through fields, forests, and mountains. Many of the wooded trails have trees down, where the creek bed was recently flooded. Fording a narrow part of the Hudson River was exciting – we were very pleased our horses did not slip on the rocks, or decide to take a swim. My thoughts went to our nations’ ancestors, who forded such rivers with their covered wagons and live stock – what a feat!
There is so much worth noting about our adventure. Special thanks to the new overseer, bar tender, chef, and dynamo, George “Buster” Boudreau, who continues to make improvements. Jill Zimmerman is efficient and friendly at the desk, and also worked with orthopedic surgeons in another life. She looks 18, but tells us she has 4 grandchildren. Clean living!
One of the best parts of the trip was meeting the owner, Jack Arehart. His family had the foresight to buy the 1000 acres of remarkable property over 50 years ago. It is exceptionally maintained, but it must be expensive to run and pay taxes. Jack, like all the people we met, is extremely worried about the rising cost of kerosene, diesel, and other essential fuel, which is higher in NY and New England than in many other areas. He will reduce the number of cabins opened for guests this winter, and farm out some of the horses. He promises to try to keep open all year, but it is a struggle. In the meantime, Gore Mountain continues to make more improvements and attract more visitors, so that should also help 1000 acres and other nearby resorts.
Tough times ahead but, fortunately, the horses don’t know it. Thanks for a glorious week – “we will return.”
Contact 1000 acres include info@1000acres.com or 1-800-458-7311.
Blog Report Submitted by Connie Lawn. See more of her writings and work at www.dcski.com.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Summer Solstice Camping and Hiking at St Mary's Glacier
Backpacking, camping and hiking at St Mary's glacier for summer solstice. With the temperatures climbing and summer officially here the need and pull to get out and backpack,
camp and hike has been strong. This past weekend we planned a quick overnight camping and hiking at St Mary's Glacier. The plan was to take advantage of the easy access and get to altitude.
St Mary's Glacier is accessible from Boulder and Denver Colorado right off of I 70. From Boulder it is only one hour and fifteen minutes to park at the access. This trip we had not done for about two years and we were surprised when we discovered there is now pay parking, at $5 a day now. The camping is still free wiht no permits required and access to the base of the glacier is less than a mile hike from the parking. The path is clearly marked and is a quick trip straight up to the lake and glacier.
It is always my preference to camp right at the base of the glacier by the running creek that empties into the lake. The sound of the running water is a very soothing sound for evening sleeping. This year with the abundant snowfall from this past winter there is still plenty of skiing and the very steep chutes are skiable this year and seldom have I seen this skiing available in late June.
The views are spectacular and provides quick access to elevation, snow and a getaway from the city. From here we planned a hike to the top of James Peak at 13,400. That was the hike for the next day. Once you have climbed past the top of the glacier and snowfields you enter a high alpine tundra that is easy hiking to the base of James Peak and surrounding peaks that provide a dramatic view and vista. The wild flowers are just starting to bloom as snow is still melting.
The area is slowly growing as there is also an effort to reopen the ski area just below the hiking
access. Now there is also an inn in the little town past the parking and hiking access. Another popular activity includes the fishing in the lake.
camp and hike has been strong. This past weekend we planned a quick overnight camping and hiking at St Mary's Glacier. The plan was to take advantage of the easy access and get to altitude.
St Mary's Glacier is accessible from Boulder and Denver Colorado right off of I 70. From Boulder it is only one hour and fifteen minutes to park at the access. This trip we had not done for about two years and we were surprised when we discovered there is now pay parking, at $5 a day now. The camping is still free wiht no permits required and access to the base of the glacier is less than a mile hike from the parking. The path is clearly marked and is a quick trip straight up to the lake and glacier.
It is always my preference to camp right at the base of the glacier by the running creek that empties into the lake. The sound of the running water is a very soothing sound for evening sleeping. This year with the abundant snowfall from this past winter there is still plenty of skiing and the very steep chutes are skiable this year and seldom have I seen this skiing available in late June.
The views are spectacular and provides quick access to elevation, snow and a getaway from the city. From here we planned a hike to the top of James Peak at 13,400. That was the hike for the next day. Once you have climbed past the top of the glacier and snowfields you enter a high alpine tundra that is easy hiking to the base of James Peak and surrounding peaks that provide a dramatic view and vista. The wild flowers are just starting to bloom as snow is still melting.
The area is slowly growing as there is also an effort to reopen the ski area just below the hiking
access. Now there is also an inn in the little town past the parking and hiking access. Another popular activity includes the fishing in the lake.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Memorial Day, Camping and Mountain Biking in Colorado
The day after the Memorial Day weekend proves to be a good day of reflection of what lies ahead as the summer vacation season has now officially begun. In our first two years we have focused on winter in the mountains primarily, but now you will see our group begin to focus and provide more information and detail on summer activities in the mountains. Activities like mountain biking, camping, hiking, rafting, fly fishing guides and resort based events and activities where be our initial focus. Look for national and state based ides and directories over the coming months this summer. We have just published our first rafting and fly fishing guides, with several vendors offering discounted trips and online booking options to make planning your next mountain endeavor easier.
We had the good fortune to get out for an evening of camping this weekend at Buffalo Creek Campground located in the Pike National Forest of Colorado. Conveniently located with easy access from the front range it was our first time camping here. I had come to mountain bike ride several years ago as it is home to a wide range of classic and epic single track riding that is part of the Colorado Trail network. In searching for direction online I was surprised at how few and lacking directions were online.
In an effort to enable you to find this location we were able to finally get a physical address of the main Buffalo Creek Campsite. On the sign entering the campground we deciphered 28718 Red Skin Creek Road as the exact address in the Pike National Forest. Getting there was relatively easy as we made our way south from Boulder down Route 93, past Golden, Red Rocks and into Morrison. There we worked our way to Highway 285 past Conifer to Pine Junction. Take a left onto County Road 126 – Pine Valley Road – and continue 5 plus miles toward the town of Pine. Once here keep going past the first temptation, to not turn on Buffalo Creek Road as you enter town. On the left is a ranger office as well. Be sure to go through town and follow up the hill to you have reached the summit and you will see clearly marked signs on your right hand side. There is a quick turn in on the right for day parking for those here to simply take advantage of the great riding for the day. For those not able to send a night or three camping this is still a must ride area for the devout and serious mountain bike enthusiast.
Note the riding is not for hard core alpha only riders. There is quite a bit of variety for those who simply want great rolling single track surrounded but forest and great views of the mountain peak s surrounding the area. The area was hit hard several years ago with a dramatic fire that burned significant parts of the region. The riding through the recovering forest provides a sometimes eerie sense and now with the vegetation starting to recover, a chance to see mother nature’s recuperative powers. Check out the photo gallery we posted at My Mountain Sports Club.
Altitude – Ranges 7,000 – 9,000 feet. Drink lots of water and be sure to bring sunscreen and a shell for after noon showers.
Campgrounds – Lone rock campground, No web site found yet – 303.647.2350 and Meadows Creek which has great group camping. Our weekend here was part of a large group that spends each Memorial day here. See photo gallery for views of campground, riding and cooking options.
We had the good fortune to get out for an evening of camping this weekend at Buffalo Creek Campground located in the Pike National Forest of Colorado. Conveniently located with easy access from the front range it was our first time camping here. I had come to mountain bike ride several years ago as it is home to a wide range of classic and epic single track riding that is part of the Colorado Trail network. In searching for direction online I was surprised at how few and lacking directions were online.
In an effort to enable you to find this location we were able to finally get a physical address of the main Buffalo Creek Campsite. On the sign entering the campground we deciphered 28718 Red Skin Creek Road as the exact address in the Pike National Forest. Getting there was relatively easy as we made our way south from Boulder down Route 93, past Golden, Red Rocks and into Morrison. There we worked our way to Highway 285 past Conifer to Pine Junction. Take a left onto County Road 126 – Pine Valley Road – and continue 5 plus miles toward the town of Pine. Once here keep going past the first temptation, to not turn on Buffalo Creek Road as you enter town. On the left is a ranger office as well. Be sure to go through town and follow up the hill to you have reached the summit and you will see clearly marked signs on your right hand side. There is a quick turn in on the right for day parking for those here to simply take advantage of the great riding for the day. For those not able to send a night or three camping this is still a must ride area for the devout and serious mountain bike enthusiast.
Note the riding is not for hard core alpha only riders. There is quite a bit of variety for those who simply want great rolling single track surrounded but forest and great views of the mountain peak s surrounding the area. The area was hit hard several years ago with a dramatic fire that burned significant parts of the region. The riding through the recovering forest provides a sometimes eerie sense and now with the vegetation starting to recover, a chance to see mother nature’s recuperative powers. Check out the photo gallery we posted at My Mountain Sports Club.
Altitude – Ranges 7,000 – 9,000 feet. Drink lots of water and be sure to bring sunscreen and a shell for after noon showers.
Campgrounds – Lone rock campground, No web site found yet – 303.647.2350 and Meadows Creek which has great group camping. Our weekend here was part of a large group that spends each Memorial day here. See photo gallery for views of campground, riding and cooking options.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Mountain Sports Club in the News - Spotlight at SkiTownJournal.com
The growing Mountain Sports Club presence and acceptance continues to lead to new media coverage. This past month a front page story was run titled - "The Evolution of Ski Card International.
This is a very insightful interview and article wiht founder John Siewierski on the backgroupnd thinking an dplans for our prmotional online service and community.
Here is a sneak preview of the article and interview:
"Mountain Sports Club also becomes valuable tool for other associated businesses including all those retailers who are not good at collecting information such as email, names and addresses. This current iteration is able to reach out well past just lift tickets and help the merchants and shops."
"And of course it is much more economical to be in a digital world than in a print and mail order world. We can really engage the customer now, and in so many more ways with the new 2.0 web technology."
While his ideas, and the ideas of the web's great innovators are sometimes slow to catch on, Siewierski firmly believes he has the right product for the right audience.
"The mountain visitor - they are much more savvy. From a technology standpoint they are the early adopters. I believe we can do for mountain resorts communities and activities what a AAA has done for vacation and travelers."
"Our goal is to be very focused and have a very rich offering for mountain resorts and communities. Widespread participation is developing. We make online booking and reservations very easy and we strive to really be a glue for many facets of the industry."
Look for more details on new prmotional programs and particpants over the summer and early Fall 2008.
This is a very insightful interview and article wiht founder John Siewierski on the backgroupnd thinking an dplans for our prmotional online service and community.
Here is a sneak preview of the article and interview:
"Mountain Sports Club also becomes valuable tool for other associated businesses including all those retailers who are not good at collecting information such as email, names and addresses. This current iteration is able to reach out well past just lift tickets and help the merchants and shops."
"And of course it is much more economical to be in a digital world than in a print and mail order world. We can really engage the customer now, and in so many more ways with the new 2.0 web technology."
While his ideas, and the ideas of the web's great innovators are sometimes slow to catch on, Siewierski firmly believes he has the right product for the right audience.
"The mountain visitor - they are much more savvy. From a technology standpoint they are the early adopters. I believe we can do for mountain resorts communities and activities what a AAA has done for vacation and travelers."
"Our goal is to be very focused and have a very rich offering for mountain resorts and communities. Widespread participation is developing. We make online booking and reservations very easy and we strive to really be a glue for many facets of the industry."
Look for more details on new prmotional programs and particpants over the summer and early Fall 2008.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Late Spring and Summer Ski Update
Wiinter keeps hanging out in parts of the Rocky Mountains and a few areas are keeping the the lifts open and/or extending their seasons.
Here are a couple of updates we found on the web at the Ski Area Management site:
New York State's Windham Mountain is reopening on Saturday, May 24 to host a rail jam for diehards. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 24th. Because of the event’s location at the base of the mountain, no lifts will be running, but food and beverage operations will be open.
Utah, Snowbird will continue to operate on a limited schedule, with selected lifts through the weekend of May 30, and will shoot for a possible July 4 closing should conditions permit.
Colorado’s Arapahoe Basin is the last to remain open in the state, with a June 8 closing day. Check out recent photo galleries of spring skiing, beach party and hikes to the North Pole terrain.
In California, Mammoth Mountain has scheduled May 26 as the mountain’s final day to run the lifts.
Farther west, both Timberline’s Palmer snowfield on Mt. Hood and Blackcomb’s glacier will remain open deep into summer. Timberline’s season is expected to go until September 1, with operations on the Blackcomb glacier commencing June 9 and running through July 27.
Blackcomb resort will close on June 8 and the mountain’s Wizard Chair and Solar Coaster Chair are closed for maintenance through June 8, but will reopen on June 9 for glacier skiing.)
Here are a couple of updates we found on the web at the Ski Area Management site:
New York State's Windham Mountain is reopening on Saturday, May 24 to host a rail jam for diehards. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 24th. Because of the event’s location at the base of the mountain, no lifts will be running, but food and beverage operations will be open.
Utah, Snowbird will continue to operate on a limited schedule, with selected lifts through the weekend of May 30, and will shoot for a possible July 4 closing should conditions permit.
Colorado’s Arapahoe Basin is the last to remain open in the state, with a June 8 closing day. Check out recent photo galleries of spring skiing, beach party and hikes to the North Pole terrain.
In California, Mammoth Mountain has scheduled May 26 as the mountain’s final day to run the lifts.
Farther west, both Timberline’s Palmer snowfield on Mt. Hood and Blackcomb’s glacier will remain open deep into summer. Timberline’s season is expected to go until September 1, with operations on the Blackcomb glacier commencing June 9 and running through July 27.
Blackcomb resort will close on June 8 and the mountain’s Wizard Chair and Solar Coaster Chair are closed for maintenance through June 8, but will reopen on June 9 for glacier skiing.)
Sunday, May 18, 2008
K2 Public Enemy Twin Tip Ski now On Sale 40% off
The deal of the week at Ski Chalet is now the popular K2 Public Enemy twin tip ski.
The K2 Public Enemy twin tip ski was designed and tested by the K2 Factory Team riders as the ideal park and pipe ski with all-mountain versatility. Built with an 85mm waist width, new urethane sidewalls underfoot and the stiffest torsion flex construction in the twin tip line makes stomping landings or ripping around the entire mountain with added confidence and stability.
The K2 Public Enemy has set the standard for years in the twin tip ski category. At this off season price of only $337.43, you save over $200. Buy these now as they are sure to be long gone at this price when the next winter ski season arrives. Ski Chalet is clearing out last year's ski inventory to make room for next years skis and more.
Features
Twin tip
Triaxial Braided Core
ABS/Urethane Hybrid Sidewall
Tip and Tail Rivets
3.5mm Steel Edges
Features
Twin tip
Triaxial Braided Core
ABS/Urethane Hybrid Sidewall
Tip and Tail Rivets
3.5mm Steel Edges
We'll continue to browse our partners site to highlight the top deals on heavily discounted skis and gear for your next mountain adventure.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Special spring and summer membership drive. Save on lift tickets and more.....
Special spring and summer membership drive. The Mountain Sports Club premium membership retails for $29.95. This valuable membership offers premium members savings of up to 50% on purchases, services, lodging, lift tickets, travel and more at top resorts throughout North America.
Register now and enter promo code spring08 to receive specially priced membership for only $6.95, for one year from date of registration and start saving.
The Mountain Sports Club membership offered member lift ticket discounts at over 50 resorts in North America during the winter 2008. Lodging discounts and online booking of discounted travel was available at most major destination resorts and through over 2,000 different lodging properties. More resorts, lodges and merchants are being added weekly.
Resorts offering lift ticket discounts and savings:
Alyeska, Kirkwood, Squaw Valley, Loveland, Crested Butte, Monarch Mountain, Sunlight Mountain, Diamond Peak, Shawnee, Shawnee Peak, Windham Mountain, Mad River Glen, Ski Liberty, Roundtop, Whitetail, Cranmore Mountain, Tenney Mountain, Whaleback, Wildcat, Gunstock, Pats Peak, Smugglers Notch, Ski Cooper, Powderhorn, June Mountain, Mission Ridge, Saddleback, Plattekill Mountain, Holiday Mountain, Baldy Mountain, King Pine, Ski Denton, Camelbeach, Magic Mountain, Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail, Beaver Creek, Copper Mountain, Winter Park, Tamarack, Big Sky, Moonlight Basin, The Canyons, Arapahoe Basin, Snowbird, Park City,Angel Fire, Red River and more…
Mountain Sports Club members enjoy lift ticket savings at over 50 resorts nationwide. Resorts from California, Colorado, New York, Vermont, Utah, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and more. The 2008-09 winter season will offer more and more benefits for members to save at an ever growing list of resorts and merchants providing members with valuable savings.Have a special promotion code and offer? Once setting up your FREE basic membership, follow the links to upgrade account to complete activation of your premium membership.
Start saving now on lift tickets discounts, lodging discounts, travel savings and more.Special spring and summer membership offer. Spring special offer now only $6.95 for one year. Use promotion code spring08 when upgrading to redeem discounted membership offer.
Questions call us at 303.554.6555 Monday - Friday 9-4 Mountain Time.
Register now and enter promo code spring08 to receive specially priced membership for only $6.95, for one year from date of registration and start saving.
The Mountain Sports Club membership offered member lift ticket discounts at over 50 resorts in North America during the winter 2008. Lodging discounts and online booking of discounted travel was available at most major destination resorts and through over 2,000 different lodging properties. More resorts, lodges and merchants are being added weekly.
Resorts offering lift ticket discounts and savings:
Alyeska, Kirkwood, Squaw Valley, Loveland, Crested Butte, Monarch Mountain, Sunlight Mountain, Diamond Peak, Shawnee, Shawnee Peak, Windham Mountain, Mad River Glen, Ski Liberty, Roundtop, Whitetail, Cranmore Mountain, Tenney Mountain, Whaleback, Wildcat, Gunstock, Pats Peak, Smugglers Notch, Ski Cooper, Powderhorn, June Mountain, Mission Ridge, Saddleback, Plattekill Mountain, Holiday Mountain, Baldy Mountain, King Pine, Ski Denton, Camelbeach, Magic Mountain, Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail, Beaver Creek, Copper Mountain, Winter Park, Tamarack, Big Sky, Moonlight Basin, The Canyons, Arapahoe Basin, Snowbird, Park City,Angel Fire, Red River and more…
Mountain Sports Club members enjoy lift ticket savings at over 50 resorts nationwide. Resorts from California, Colorado, New York, Vermont, Utah, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and more. The 2008-09 winter season will offer more and more benefits for members to save at an ever growing list of resorts and merchants providing members with valuable savings.Have a special promotion code and offer? Once setting up your FREE basic membership, follow the links to upgrade account to complete activation of your premium membership.
Start saving now on lift tickets discounts, lodging discounts, travel savings and more.Special spring and summer membership offer. Spring special offer now only $6.95 for one year. Use promotion code spring08 when upgrading to redeem discounted membership offer.
Questions call us at 303.554.6555 Monday - Friday 9-4 Mountain Time.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Volkl Bridge Skis now on sale at over 50% off at Ski Chalet
The Volkl Bridge Skis are now on sale at a savings of over 50% off. They are the deal of the week at Ski Chalet. This is another example of a great deal and savings during the spring and summer season for purchasing skis at the best prices of the year.
As the name implies, the Volkl Bridge Ski is an all-new ski that forms the ‘Bridge’ between big mountain and park riding. Even the graphic borrows a little from Volkl's big-mountain and park-specific graphics. The shape is 130-92-112mm, a little wider than the Volkl Karma from years past. For the skier who wants a ski that will ride great in the park, yet still have the width and strength to take on really deep conditions, the Bridge will pick up where the Karma left off as a benchmark.
Features
Lengths (Radii): 161 (16.1))_169 (17.9)_177 (19.9)
Construction: Power
Core: Dual Layer Sensorwood
Sidecut: 130_92_112
Available now for only $245.07. This is an incredible price and deal and at this price they will not last the summer. Use your Mountain Sports Club coupon offer and save even more. Ski Chalet and Sun and Ski Sports have a variety of great deals now available.
Get a Free $25 Gift Cheque From American Express When You Spend $100 With Your American Express Card at Sun & Ski Sports!
$10 off all Footwear Orders of $75 or More from Sun & Ski Sports!
As the name implies, the Volkl Bridge Ski is an all-new ski that forms the ‘Bridge’ between big mountain and park riding. Even the graphic borrows a little from Volkl's big-mountain and park-specific graphics. The shape is 130-92-112mm, a little wider than the Volkl Karma from years past. For the skier who wants a ski that will ride great in the park, yet still have the width and strength to take on really deep conditions, the Bridge will pick up where the Karma left off as a benchmark.
Features
Lengths (Radii): 161 (16.1))_169 (17.9)_177 (19.9)
Construction: Power
Core: Dual Layer Sensorwood
Sidecut: 130_92_112
Available now for only $245.07. This is an incredible price and deal and at this price they will not last the summer. Use your Mountain Sports Club coupon offer and save even more. Ski Chalet and Sun and Ski Sports have a variety of great deals now available.
Get a Free $25 Gift Cheque From American Express When You Spend $100 With Your American Express Card at Sun & Ski Sports!
$10 off all Footwear Orders of $75 or More from Sun & Ski Sports!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Free Lift tickets at Monarch Mountain
Free Skiing at Monarch MountainFree Lift tickets for all on Monday April 7, 2008 Monarch, CO.
Monarch Mountain is offering free lift tickets on Monday April 7, 2008 to encourage people to visit the area in central Colorado. Monarch has received record snowfall this season, more than 36 feet so far and the conditions are fantastic.
“We are a pretty low key family ski area and we feel it’s important to offer a great value to keep people coming into our sport and what’s a better value than a free lift ticket” said Rich Moorhead, CEO. “This season has been one of our best so we want to show off the mountain” added Moorhead.
Complimentary lift tickets will be available at the ticket windows starting at 8:30am. Monarch is asking for a donation of a non-perishable food item but everyone will receive a free lift ticket. The donated food will be given to The Grainery a local organization that operates a food bank.
Monarch is located in the San Isabel National Forest 20 miles west of Salida, CO. Abundant natural snow (350 + in.) and friendly people are two of the areas strongest attributes. For more information on Monarch Mountain or the free lift ticket day visit www.skimonarch.com.
Mountain Sports Club members save all season on lift tickets at Monarch Mountain.
Monarch Mountain is offering free lift tickets on Monday April 7, 2008 to encourage people to visit the area in central Colorado. Monarch has received record snowfall this season, more than 36 feet so far and the conditions are fantastic.
“We are a pretty low key family ski area and we feel it’s important to offer a great value to keep people coming into our sport and what’s a better value than a free lift ticket” said Rich Moorhead, CEO. “This season has been one of our best so we want to show off the mountain” added Moorhead.
Complimentary lift tickets will be available at the ticket windows starting at 8:30am. Monarch is asking for a donation of a non-perishable food item but everyone will receive a free lift ticket. The donated food will be given to The Grainery a local organization that operates a food bank.
Monarch is located in the San Isabel National Forest 20 miles west of Salida, CO. Abundant natural snow (350 + in.) and friendly people are two of the areas strongest attributes. For more information on Monarch Mountain or the free lift ticket day visit www.skimonarch.com.
Mountain Sports Club members save all season on lift tickets at Monarch Mountain.
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