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September 2021
Early Fall Daily Activities
*All activities are reserved for overnight lodging guests and Ranches owners only, weather-dependent, and require advanced reservations. Complimentary: Yoga, Nature Hikes, and Movies DAILY SCHEDULE: 8:30 AM - Guided Nature Hike | Yoga 9:30 AM - 1.5 Hr Horseback Ride | Pony Ride 10:00 AM - Guided Mountain Biking | 30 Min or 1.5 Hr Horseback Ride | Pony Ride | Yoga (Meditation After Mon & Fri) 11:00 AM - Youth Archery 11:30 AM - 45 Min Horseback Ride 12:00 PM…
October 2021
Fall Daily Activities
*All activities are reserved for overnight lodging guests and Ranches owners only, weather-dependent, and require advanced reservations. Complimentary: Yoga, Fall Foliage Hikes, and Movies DAILY SCHEDULE: 8:30 AM - Guided Fall Foliage Hike | Daily Yoga (Mon-Fri | Meditation after class Mon-Wed) 10:00 AM - 1.5-Hr Horseback Ride 10:30 AM - Pony Ride 11:00 AM - Guided Mountain Biking 11:30 AM - 45-Min Horseback Ride 1:00 PM - Archery | Wellness Wednesday 2:00 PM - Laser Rifle Biathlon | 1.5-Hr…
December 2021
Christmas Tree Cutting
Cut your own Christmas tree at the Ranch this holiday season! When you stay with us between Dec. 1 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…
Wax Clinic
Learn how to wax your classic skis and skate skis to prepare for the Nordic season and get ready to hit the trails at the best cross-country ski resort in North America. Meet at Zach's Mercantile | Complimentary and reserved for lodging guests and season passholders. Limited space. Reservations required through Zach's Mercantile by calling 970-726-8231.
Tommelfest 2021
It's the return of our Annual Tommelfest! Raise your glogg (old-fashioned Swedish spiced wine) for our annual Viking-themed Nordic festival celebration. Kick-off the beginning of the winter season at Tommelfest 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…
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-Wed) 9:00 AM - Private Ski Lesson: Classic | Private Ski Lesson: Skate 10:00 AM - Feed Sleigh Ride | Group Guided Fat Bike Tour 10:30 AM - Pony Ride 11:00 AM - Intro to Classic Skiing (Group Lesson) | Intro to Skate Skiing (Group Lesson) | Winter…
Christmas Season 2021 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 2022
Skijoring Clinics
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. Dates: January 8 & 22, February 5 & 26 Time: 11:00am-1pm Location: Meet outside Cost for Lodging Guest: $40 for clinic only, $85 package that includes harness, trail pass, ski rental, and clinic Cost…
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 15th Wolf Moon February 19th Snow Moon March 19th Worm Moon
March 2022
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) 9:00 AM - Private Ski Lesson: Classic | Private Ski Lesson: Skate 10:00 AM - Group Guided Fat Bike Tour 10:30 AM - Buckaroo (Pony) Ride 11:00 AM - Intro to Classic Skiing (Group…