We are all pioneers right now: navigating unknown terrain with no trail to follow, doing our best to keep our herds safe, and wondering if at the end of the journey we’ll have a comfortable home with a warm fire to sit around and tell tall tales of the obstacles we overcame to get here. …
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The grass is greening up, the aspens are budding, the Pasque flowers are blooming, and the baby cows are dotting the meadows along the Elk River Valley. Yep, it is spring in the Rockies! With that, the chefs picked a perfect spring recipe to share with you. We hope this brightens your day and tantalizes…
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We are proud to be a part of the lodging industry, and we have been impressed by the collaboration that has gone into creating a safe lodging experience for travelers across the globe. At VVR we are implementing the AHLA Safe Stay program to adopt the highest standard of cleanliness for our guests and staff.…
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If you’re planning on horseback riding during your stay at the ranch there are probably some things you’ve already thought about packing like a hat, jeans, and boots. A surprising pro-tip is to invest in some bike shorts. Yep, you read that right–padded bike shorts. If you are unaccustomed to sitting in the saddle your…
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While we are big promoters of healthy coping mechanisms like exercise, fresh air, relationship building, reading books, and learning new skills, the reality is there are some quick fixes that take the edge off during stressful times. Now, stop–don’t even think we’re going down that path! What we’re talking about is retail therapy! So, if…
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While so many are sheltered at home, we are putting together ways to help bring you some of what you might learn at the ranch right in your living room. It’s a bit of a stretch, but let’s call these the VVR Master Classes! First up–Horsemanship It’s a bit challenging for us to give you…
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Spring means new life, and it seems that baby chicks are the symbol of that. We’re not sure why they are such an iconic symbol of Spring, but we are going to jump on board the wagon as we all need some brightness in our lives. With that theme in mind, the management and staff…
DetailsWe’ve been sharing some meditations that take you to the ranch virtually on our social media channels, and this one resonated with a lot of folks so we’re posting it here as well. We hope you enjoy a fun virtual evening! Ready to shake things loose a bit, and enjoy the company of others?…
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While we’re all social distancing, here is an organism that thrives on its connectivity. Like the aspen, we look forward to the days when we can all gather around together—in our case sitting by the campfire, circling up for a square dance, or enjoying a glass of wine with friends. Check out these fun facts…
DetailsRight about now is when a virtual vacation sounds pretty darn good, so why not check out this article from Carmen’s Luxury Travel about her winter vacation to Vista Verde Ranch? She shares her experience coming to Colorado for a winter getaway at the ranch and trying out a slew of new adventures during her…
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