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Gold Mine Tour and Gold Panning   Your tour begins In Argotown where an experienced guide will inform you of the history of the tunnel, the mine and the mill and give a live demonstration of the crushing, milling and rock drilling. You will be transported up to the mine which is the same level as the top of the mill. You can walk through the mine and down through the mill, reading and observing the equipment, tools and the process used to extract the gold. The Museum displays tools and relics used by the miners at the turn of the century. Your tour ends with FREE panning instructions, try your luck with a pan of FREE GOLD ORE TAILINGS, or buy a sack of GUARANTEED GOLD OR GEMSTONE ORE. Many folks are surprised to learn that gemstones found in Colorado include: Peridot, Topaz, Garnet, Quartz, Amethyst, Citrine, Diamonds, Agates and the State Gemstone, ""Aquamarine". Keep everything you recover. On duty staff will identify all gemstones found. (less) ... (more)

In the Heart of Downtown Winter Park   With over 20 shops and restaurants, there is something for everyone at Cooper Creek Square, in the heart of downtown Winter Park. Hungry? Choose from a tantalizing array of ethnic cuisine... Chinese, Indian, Italian, Mexican, as well as hearty sandwiches and award-winning BBQ. In the mood to shop? From skis to wine tasting, gifts and resort wear to clothing, jewelry and art - you're sure to find a treasure to take home. A steaming latte or hot chocolate is the perfect way to warm up by the fire pit after ice skating. Or pamper yourself with a full service salon or spa treatment. Every day, every season we'll meet you at Cooper Creek Square! (less) ... (more)

World Famous Indian Hot Springs for Over 100 Years   Pamper yourself with a therapeutic and relaxing treatment. Enjoy a massage or just relax in our hot springs mineral waters, which have been rated as one of the top ten mineral hot springs in the world. Book a unique and unforgettable spa experience today.

Take a Train Ride Through the Royal Gorge!   The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado's finest and most exhilarating way to explore the riches and beauties of the Royal Gorge. Whether enjoying the breathtaking views from an open railroad car or enjoying a meal garnished with spectacular sights, the Royal Gorge Route Railroad has bounties of fun for all those who board. The train departs daily now through October 31. Looking for a Christmas adventure the whole family will enjoy? The Santa Express Train is the answer for this year's holiday fun! Take part in the magical journey up the gorge to the "North Pole" where the train makes a special stop to pick up a very important passenger - Santa! Every family will enjoy classic Christmas stories and hot cocoa while making memories that will last a lifetime on the Santa Express Train. Make your reservation now for Santa Express, as spots fill up quickly. Visit us on our website or call us to make a reservation for an unforgettable journey on Colorado's most unforgettable train. (less) ... (more)

   Every season brings plenty of choices for things to do and places to see! (But winter is our specialty!) Summer is filled with family reunions, hiking, fishing, mini-golf, volleyball, tennis, crafts, scavenger hunts, canoeing, family programs, weddings, picnics, custom programming for groups and families and much, much more! Winter is filled with Cross country skiing, Nordic races, tubing hill, snowshoeing, downhill skiing at nearby Winter Park Resort, indoor climbing wall and swimming pool, custom activities for groups and families and so much more! The glorious Colorado sunshine and breath-taking views set the pace to rejuvenate your spirit. Whether you are in need of relaxation or adventure, we have the inviting atmosphere that will stay with you long after you leave. (less) ... (more)

March 9-11, National Western Complex   Thousands of horse lovers and fans from around the region are getting ready for the 20th annual Rocky Mountain Horse Expo, with four-days of horse related family entertainment, crafts, vendors, educational exhibits, art and demonstrations scheduled for March 9-11 at the National Western complex in Denver. Expo 2012 features every type and size of horse, from show horses to working horses, dancing horses and ponies, and gives horse owners and fans the chance to meet and learn from the region's leading horse trainers, riders and clinicians. Highlights this year includes the Mane Event performances, with professional equine entertainers, and over 45 clinics per day featuring horsemanship workshops, riding, extreme trail, dressage and jumping demonstrations. We are also showcasing a Holistic Horse fair, with nationally known equestrian artists, sporting events, competitions and Art in the Part. "If you love horses, you will love the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo," said Bill Scebbi. "We have something for everyone and you can even bring your own horse." (less) ... (more)

Winter Park's Live Theatre Company   The Grand Theatre Company in Winter Park offers the areas only live Theatre Company in a cozy ambiance that offers a menu with an amazing array of desserts as well as a full cocktail bar.

A True Family Resort   Welcome to SolVista Basin at Granby Ranch. As the first rays of sunshine peek over the snow-capped peaks of SolVista Basin, you get the feeling that this day will be unlike any other. SolVista Basin is a special place. SolVista Basin is a true family resort. The base lodge is centrally located between the East and West mountains, which makes it possible to explore your own mountain and still meet up with the rest of the gang at a moment's notice. With 33 runs and 25km of Nordic trails, every family member can create their own special experience. We're dedicated to making your next vacation here an unforgettable experience. (less) ... (more)

   Have a horse crazy kid? Look for a qualified riding instructor or an educational horsemanship manual. The purpose of Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) is to promote excellence in safety and education for the benefit of the horse industry. CHA certifies instructors and trail guides, accredits equestrian facilities, publishes educational manuals, produces educational horsemanship DVDs and hosts regional and international conferences. For more information on CHA, please visit www.CHA-ahse.org or call 800-399-0138. To find a certified horseback riding instructor or accredited equine facility near you visit www.CHAinstructors.com. (less) ... (more)

Scouting   Going to Girl Scout camp can be a life-changing experience for girls. Its a place to try new things, get along with girls who are different and let down their guard in a safe environment. We have affordable day camp programs for all girls ages 6-17. You don't have to already be a Girl Scout to join the fun. Special discounts are available for first-time campers, even those who participate in other Girl Scout activities. Each camp program is geared to the girls age and gives girls the unique Girl Scout Leadership Experience while they have big fun and make friendships to last a lifetime. You could learn different dances from around the world; experience life as the pioneer women did; perhaps grow crystals or set off rockets; solve a mystery CSI-style; play games and make camp crafts; challenge yourself to learn new water sports; or choose from many other themed sessions. Most camp sessions are five days per week from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Day camps are made possible by dedicated volunteers throughout the state. If you are interested in volunteering this summer (and earning a free week at day camp for one daughter), call Kim Petau at 303-607-4647. For more information, click on website. (less) ... (more)

From Beginner to Expert Whitewater Trips   All American Adventures provides just the whitewater adventure you're looking for. From beginner to expert whitewater trips the All American staff is ready and waiting to take you on the highlight of your summer. Clear Creek is an amazing river, with sections plunging over 100 ft. a mile within sheer walled gorges in Clear Creek Canyon, while the Upper Canyon opens to provide scenic mountain vistas while tumbling through uncountable class II to IV rapids. Pass by historic buildings, gold mines and abandoned railways all in the scenic grandour of the Rocky Mountains. (less) ... (more)

Trips on 5 Rivers at 6 Outposts!   Trip Discounts & Packages offered every day on our website, including our adventure-packed whitewater rafting & zipline packages! FREE wetsuits and splash jackets. With trips on 8 rivers, we'll find the trip that's perfect for you. We offer whitewater rafting adventures for all ages and abilities -- mild & relaxing floats, fun family whitewater and the most thrilling, heart-pounding Class V in the West! Plus zipline tours on 40+ acres of scenic Colorado beauty close to Vail, Aspen, Summit County and more . Let us show you the best summer activities in Colorado and make the booking process easy. Be sure to check out our award-winning website, where you can watch live-action VIDEOS of all of our trips and find discounts every day. We also offer rock climbing, fly fishing and horseback riding. Come stay in our log cabins or campground and make it a multi-day trip! Let us help you create the adventure of a lifetime with AVA! 877RAFTING (less) ... (more)

Winter Park Colorado Ski and Snowboard Rental   Beavers Sports Shop in the winter! We are located next to Beaver Village Lodge and the first ski shop on the south side of the town of Winter Park. Our shop features a full selection of ski and snowboard rentals for adults and children. Whether you are a traveling alone, with your family or a group of 200 we are there to help make your ski experience the best it can be. Full service repair and all the accessories you need to enjoy the day. Open everyday from 8 am to 6 pm. (less) ... (more)

Door-to-Door Service   Get the best DEALS on the best whitewater rafting and zipline trips in Colorado. See our website for daily DISCOUNTS, all year long! Let us provide door-to-door service for you from Breckenridge or Keystone while you enjoy your Colorado adventure! Or save $$$ by driving to one of our convenient offices! BWR's offices are centrally located within an hour of five Colorado rivers. Always FREE wetsuits and splash jackets on all of our trips. Our outstanding and experienced guides will provide you with the adventure of a lifetime. Also offering rock climbing, fly fishing and horseback riding. Book today! (less) ... (more)

   Experience Colorado whitewater river rafting adventure! Want to raft the Arkansas River or Clear Creek River in Colorado, or experience the thrill of whitewater rafting in the Rocky Mountains or at the majestic Royal Gorge? A river rafting adventure on a Colorado white water rafting trip will be the highlight of your vacation! Whitewater rafting getaways and family adventures on the Arkansas River, Clear Creek River, through the Royal Gorge, Browns Canyon and Bighorn Sheep Canyon in Colorado are our specialty. Experience the thrill of the Clear Creek River 30 minutes away from Denver. (less) ... (more)

Tubing Hill   The Colorado Adventure Park is the newest, fastest, largest, and safest tubing hill in Fraser, Colorado just five minutes from Winter Park Ski Resort. We offer activities for all ages and adventure levels starting with tubing for participants ages three and over. How about some family fun? Link a few tubes together and share some laughs, from mild to wild we have a run for you. For the kids under the age of three, we have complementary sleds and a great mini-hill that will keep them smiling for hours. To support the adventurous kids who are looking for some motorized excitement, we now offer mini-snowmobiles for ages 6-13, under 130 pounds, for play on our groomed course. Now, if you are seeking some thrills on the hill try our Airboards! These steerable and jumpable sleds will have you pullin' tricks in no time (Age 13 & up). What Rocky Mountain adventure would be complete without the warmth and ambience of our evening bonfire and hot cocoa! (less) ... (more)

Colorado State Parks   Enjoy scenery that captures the beauty of Colorado from mountains to plains. Affordable vacations and some of the highest-quality recreation destinations in the state including hiking, biking, nature programs, boating, fishing, hunting and more. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year Colorado State Parks manages more than 4,300 campsites, and 58 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit our website. (less) ... (more)

In the Heart of Downtown Winter Park   With over 20 shops and restaurants, there is something for everyone at Cooper Creek Square, in the heart of downtown Winter Park. Hungry? Choose from a tantalizing array of ethnic cuisine... Chinese, Indian, Italian, Mexican, as well as hearty sandwiches and award-winning BBQ. In the mood to shop? From skis to wine tasting, gifts and resort wear to clothing, jewelry and art - you're sure to find a treasure to take home. A steaming latte or hot chocolate is the perfect way to warm up by the fire pit after ice skating. Or pamper yourself with a full service salon or spa treatment. Every day, every season we'll meet you at Cooper Creek Square! (less) ... (more)

   Epic Mountain Sports is a full service ski and snowboard shop with 2 locations in Winter Park located right on the free bus routes. We have ski and snowboard rentals for the whole family. Plus the largest selection of demo/high performance skis in the valley. Check out our amazing selection from Volkl, Rossignol, Dynastar, Atomic, K2, Nordica, Icelantic, Armada and Line. We offer overnight tune service--drop off your gear after skiing and pick it up on your way to the slopes the next morning. Locally owned with great customer service. Let our family take care of yours. (less) ... (more)

Ride the Continental Divide   In the winter, Grand Adventures has the snowmobile experience for you. Ride the Continental Divide on Colorado snowmobiling trails as you never have before. Tours top out at nearly 12,000 feet with views of the entire Winter Park Ski area and the Fraser Valley . Perfect for the beginner to intermediate rider and families looking to experience Colorado 's backcountry on a snowmobile. Try our newest Colorado tourist attraction location at Winter Park Mountain Lodge, located across from the Winter Park Resort. You will see our snowmobiles arriving and departing from the base of the ski area! Our two hour tour is the only tour in the County to the Continental Divide! For those who want the experience of riding up to the Continental Divide at their own pace, try our two-hour rental. Our other new location at Grand Lake is the CAPITAL of Snowmobiling. Located 1/8th mile from Highway 34 on Main Street in the town of Grand Lake. Ride from the town of Grand Lake to over 100 miles of trails for the intermediate to advanced rider. You must be 16 years old to drive and 18 to carry a passenger. Minors must be accompanied by their parents. (less) ... (more)

We have exclusive rights to over 4 miles of the Fraser River.   In the 1940's and 50's, Grand County streams enticed President Eisenhower to spend his free time here so that he could tantalize the trout with a fly and rod. His favorite fly, the H&L Variant still works today. We also fish on the wonderful Colorado River by wading or by boat. The float fishing adds incredible scenery to exceptional fishing. If you have always wanted to land a trophy trout on a fly rod, then you will want to join us on Grey Reef in April, May or June. Grey Reef was #1 on the "American Angler" list of the 25 best places to go for big fish. As an alternative, we can help you plan a trip to the Green, the Upper North Platte or Rocky Mountain National Park with our favorite guides. (less) ... (more)

Whitewater Rafting   Come enjoy a unique Colorado rafting experience and let us put the wet and wild in your Colorado family vacation! For over twenty years KODI Rafting has provided trips on some of Colorado's most spectacular rivers. With over 30 excursions on six Colorado rivers, we provide something for everyone; whether you a looking for a scenic float trip for the whole family or a wild whitewater challenge. Join us and find out why we've been voted #1 by Summit County locals five years in a row. (less) ... (more)

Hot Springs & Cool Rafting Packages.   10% OFF Rafting & 10% OFF Lodging. Soak in 100% Natural Hot Springs after your rafting trip. $100 OFF Multi-Day Rafting Trips in Dinosaur National Monument. We are proud to be an Authorized Concessioner for the National Park Service. Family Rafting Trips. Teaching People to Raft since 1972. RIVER RUNNERS has two Arkansas River rafting destinations near Denver, Colorado Springs & the Colorado ski resorts. Visit RIVERRUNNERS Riverside Rafting Resort and Grill in Buena Vista, Colorado or RIVERRUNNERS Royal Gorge Rafting Center in Canon City, Colorado. Call 800-723-8786 to learn why people have been trusting us with their precious families for the last 36 years. (less) ... (more)

Celebrating 25 Years of Service   Welcome to Ski Broker Ski and Snowboard Shops, where great service and the best package deals are going to make your vacation to Winter Park your best ski trip ever. Ski Broker is one of the largest and best shops in the Fraser Valley. Ski Broker is locally owned and operated and has been serving the Winter Park area for over 28 years. We have 2 great shops to serve you...... - Our Main Store in Fraser across from Safeway on Hwy. 40 - 970-726-8882 - Meadowridge Store in Fraser, located inside Club Meadowridge - 970-726-5450 Ski Broker can outfit your entire family from the hottest new ski gear to logo t-shirts and hoodies. Our snowboard shop has several great lines of new snowboards, bindings and boots to Demo. Check out the latest snow board demo's from Ride, Arbor, Forum, and Rossignol. Along with the newest ski Demo's from Salomon, Rossignol, Volkl, Moment, and K2. We also carry a huge selection of hats, helmets, gloves, socks and base layer. Sunscreen and lip balm is also available. Whether you're a first-timer flatlander or a seasoned huckster, Ski Broker has what it takes for you to get the most out of your skiing experience here in Winter Park. All ski rental packages includes skis, boots and poles. All snowboard packages includes board and boots. Helmets and rental clothing are available. Full service repair shop providing tunes and wax services. Go to our web site www.wpskibroker.com for online discounts. Use the coupon code "DISCOVER" for 25% off your rental packages. (less) ... (more)

Winter Park Colorado Ski and Snowboard Rental   Ski4Less offers a full selection of ski and snowboard rentals as well as accessories and service. Our service and selection of equipment is for the first time skier as well as the experienced expert. Traveling by yourself, with your family or a group of 100 we can meet and exceed your needs and expectations. Located in the Winter Park Mountain Lodge next to the front desk. The Winter Park Mountain Lodge is on Highway 40 overlooking the Winter Park Resort. Open everyday throughout the ski season from 8 am to 6 pm. (less) ... (more)

Winter Park Colorado Ski and Snowboard Rental   Snow Mountain Sports offers a full selection of ski and snowboard rentals as well as accessories and service. Our service and selection of equipment is for the first time skier as well as the experienced expert. Traveling by yourself, with your family or a group of 1000 we can meet and exceed your needs and expectations. Located at Snow Mountain Ranch YMCA of the Rockies. To find us at Snow Mountain Ranch YMCA of the Rockies. Turn right at the first intersection, go past the Program Building. We are the first building on the right hand side. Open everyday throughout the ski season from 8 am to 6 pm. (less) ... (more)

Winter Park's Favorite!   Trailblazer Snowmobile Tours has been Winter Park's Favorite since 1983 because we provide our guests with friendly, professional guides and quiet 4-stroke snowmobiles on Winter Park's premiere snowmobile tour. With over 100 miles of maintained trails in the Arapaho National Forest, our trail system is the largest permitted snowmobile trail system in Colorado. Powder meadows, ridge tops, cruiser trails. You can ride with Trailblazer and see different and exciting terrain each time you ride. We pride ourselves on having the most exciting snowmobile tour around and setting the standard for backcountry adventure in the Fraser Valley. (less) ... (more)