Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Sylvan Dale Closed? “You Got-ta be Kiddin’!”

To quote the great Mark Twain: “the report of my death was an exaggeration.”
In fact, Sylvan Dale has re-opened for business since the 2013 Floods—open "to share the beauty of Sylvan Dale with others,” as the Mission Statement says—since June 1, 2014, thanks to the heroic efforts of our staff, friends, Larimer County, and the City of Loveland, not to mention a host of volunteer organizations.
Since that time we have hosted a number of weddings at our new Wedding site “Heart Song,” lots of great folks from around the country for Dude Ranch Vacations, and a number of Business Retreats. We hosted the Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count on January 1st and  600 students from Loveland and Fort Collins for their Spring and Fall Outdoor Education Programs. The dining room was full for the Thanksgiving Feast as well as sold out accommodations for “More than Just Pumpkin Pie”, our 3-night mini vacation package.  We closed the year with Holiday Parties and returning and first-time friends for our holiday tradition, “Candlelight and Carols,” with the Loveland Choral Society.
Yes, we at Sylvan Dale are alive and well, and looking forward to the New Year!  Check out our special weeks and...as you plan your summer vacation... remember that Sylvan Dale delivers a transformational experience for people of all ages.
Yes, Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch is still northern Colorado’s best place for memorable experiences.  970-667-3915  ranch@sylvandale.com
Don't miss your chance to enjoy our Sweetheart Get-Away February 13-15. More information at www.sylvandale.com.
New for 2015! Guys Only: Blazing Saddles, June 14-19, a 5-night package
We have at last taken action on a guest request: "Why don't you have a week just for us guys?" "Blazing Saddles" is perfect for fathers and sons, college roommates, brothers and brothers-in-law.   "Guy Time" includes trail-riding, team-sorting, a high stakes poker ride, trap shooting, brewery tour, poker night, whitewater rafting, and a back-country overnight.
Five spaces already sold.  Don't delay!  Call Karen for reservations:  970-667-3915, or email karenb@sylvandale.com.
As we enter our 69th year in single family ownership, Sylvan Dale is proud to be endorsed by Gene Kilgore's 2014 World's Best Ranches, Equitrekking's Top 20 Ranches, and Trip Advisor (where we continually receive Certificates of Excellence).