FAMILY PALOOZA!!
Saturday, June 27th, from 11-2, the Winter Park Resort is hosting the Free Family Palooza. Great stuff for kids and adults of all ages. There will be jugglers, face painters, and caricature artists. Be sure to also check out all the activities, including the longest Alpine Slide in Colorado, offered every day throughout the entire summer.
For more information call (303) 316-1564.
It is official! Winter Park Lodging by Owner is rebranding itself to Winter Park Lodging Company. The beginning of the change has already been undertaken and in the next 6 to 9 months it should be completed. The new website and blog can be found at the Winter Park Lodging Company site. There you will find our new blog and the rest of the info that can be found on the Winter Park Lodging by Owner site. Both sites will work and there will be two blogs but at some point the will merge to be just one blog.
Reasons for the rebranding can be summed up in that we have evolved to much more than a by owner vacation rental management company. The name has become a bit confusing to our owners and guests.
You may notice in the new Winter Park Lodging Company logo we also have a tag line “Play Hard. Rest Easy”. We think the tag line defines what Winter Park Lodging by Owner has become and what Winter Park Lodging Company will bring for guests for years to come.
So whooweee we are off with a new name and the same great service and attitude that WPLBO started five years ago!
Don’t forget Dad this Sunday, June 21st. Cooper Creek is sponsoring a Dad’s day from 11:45-3:00pm. Washboard Annie will provide great dancing music. Also, look for games, races, father/child contests, and other entertainment. For more information contact the Winter Park Chamber at 970 72….
We have moose up at the Winter Park Resort! A couple bull moose came over to check out all the goings on at the resort this past Tuesday and it seems they think all is well. They tried to get onto the alpine slide but were politely turned away. The moose came over and hung out a little and then slowly made their way off.
There is lots of wildlife to see up here in Winter Park this time of year. Also , with all the rain that we have gotten the plant life is out and green and the area looks great. Come on up to Winter Park and see some wildlife and enjoy some of the Winter Park activities that can be had.
Thanks to the Winter Park Resorts Twitter account for the above photo.
Have you always wondered what that pretty little flower is that you see on your favorite walk by the river? Now you can learn about the local plants and animals on a nature hike offered by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The hikes are free and will be offered every Saturday and Sunday from 10-11 am though Labor Day. This is a relaxing way for your family to learn about our Rocky Mountain ecosystem and get out and enjoy the high mountain air. Please call the chamber to reserve a spot, 97….
Hello All. Here is the new Winter Park Lodging Companies blog. Here is where ourblog that will reside and runseperat from the Winter Park Lodging by Owner blog. We will keep the content seperate for the next year or so and then phase out the Winter Park Lodging by Owner blog as this new blog is found on the web.
As you notice Winter Park Lodging by Owner is in the process of a name evolution to Winter Park Lodging Company. Winter Park Lodging by Owner will still be run as WPLBO.com and the sight will see changes as we proceed through the name change process.
As of May 22, the one and only road through Rocky Mountain National Park is officially open. This is a spectacular drive from Grand Lake, over the divide, to Estes Park. On the way, you will most likely see tons of wildlife and definitely amazing views. Be sure to stop at the Alpine Visitor’s Center at the top of the divide and take the short hike for the best views. Always have extra warm clothing with you, as the temperature is always colder at the top.
The park is offering “Free-Admission Weekends” during the summer to help promote affordable vacations. Take the family for a ride to the top of the world. Check out more on Rocky Mountain Nat. Park.
Epic Mountain Sports is the newest, coolest rental shop in town with all new mountain bikes and skis. Not only do they have all new bikes and skis, they are the only locally-owned company in Winter Park that sells camping, hiking and picnic accessories and equipment.
Epic is offering all guests of Winter Park Lodging by Owner 20% off mountain bike rentals. With a nice selection of cruiser bikes, front suspension bikes, full suspension bikes and hybrid bikes, you’re sure to find the right bike for you. They also have kids bikes for all sizes (even with baskets!) and trailers or trail-a-bikes for the wee ones. Helmets and a personalized bike fitting are included with all bike rentals.
You can rent your bikes for a full or half day, but the great thing about renting for a full day at Epic is they’ll let you keep the bike overnight. They even have multiple-day rental rates so you can keep your bikes for your entire trip.
Rates with coupon (half day / full day):
Check out Epic Mountain Sports Website for more information about their bikes and other services. You can also call 970-726-2868 or email info@epicmountainsports.com to get in touch with their professional and friendly staff.
Just come by our office to pick up a coupon for these great rates on bike rentals with Epic Mountain Sports. They are located in downtown Winter Park, in the plaza with the Conoco/Stop-n-Save, the movie theatre and Mirasol Cantina.
We’ve got some new info about Bistro 28, the new restaurant at Pole Creek Golf Course. I wonder if it’s named that to imply that it’s the 28th “hole” at 27-hole Pole Creek Golf course. Just speculating. Anyways, Bistro 28 is open daily for breakfast and lunch and as of this week they are now open for dinner from Thursday through Saturday from 5:30 to 9pm.
Their dinner menu looks very enticing, with a Bourbon Rib Eye, Char Sui Duck, Lavender Lamb and other delicious dinners. I can’t wait to try the Creamy Trout, a fresh trout fillet over braised garlic spinach and ch
ardonnay dill beurre blanc, sounds amazing. They’ll also serve prime rib on Friday evenings.
For breakfast, you can get an omelet, a breakfast burrito, or pancakes and for lunch you can choose from Kobe beef sliders, fish tacos, Angus beef burger, a Thai satay wrap and a lot more. Plus, they serve brunch every Sunday with three types of eggs benedicts, waffles and omelets.
There’s more…. they have a full bar and wine list and happy hour from 4-6pm on Mon-Thurs. With all they have to offer, you may end up spending the entire day golfing and enjoying the new Bistro 28 at Pole Creek Golf Course.
Their style is described as ”featuring hearty Colorado cuisine with an Asian influence”. Another appeal to Bistro 28 is that they use locally grown and organic options whenever possible. And, to top it off, the views are claimed to be the best in the entire valley, and though I haven’t been there yet, I believe it. I love taking a scenic drive on County Road 5, where Pole Creek is located, to enjoy lush rolling hills and the panoramic views of the mountains. All in all, I am very impressed with all that I’ve heard and will be trying it out really soon.
Crankworx Colorado Freeride Mountain Bike Festival is back for the third year. You’ll be amazed by what these pro and semi-pro mountain bikers can do (or even dare to)! The events start on Thursday, July 30th and continue for four entire days. Go to the Crankworx Colorado website for more information and to check out great pictures from last year’s events.
This is a great event for the whole family especially those teenagers who think they can hotdog it on a bike!
The 2009 Crankworx Colorado festival will include Slopestyle, Big Air, Cross Country and Super Downhill competitions, with more events to be named as we approach the event. Originating at Whistler Blackcomb, Crankworx Mountain Bike Festivals feature the best freeride mountain bikers from around the world. Known for its close proximity to Denver, Winter Park Resort is Mountain Bike Capital, USA™ and also home to over 50 miles of lift accessible mountain bike trails.
Come on up to Winter Park to see some amazing biking. Get your Winter Park Crankworx lodging now!
