Our Pastry Chef Melissa is at it again with a delicious breakfast staple at the ranch—pumpkin bread! During the long, cold (in most parts of the country) month of January, it’s fun to try out new baking recipes and ideas. Let us know if you fit this one into your rotation! Breakfast Pumpkin Bread Yields…
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Later in fall, the ranch is still magical, as we never quite know when we might catch sight of a passing elk herd or get our first sneak peek of winter. Much like in early October, in late October and November we can have sunny warm days, cooler damp days, or we might just get…
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During the winter, the ranch turns into a Nordic skiing paradise. With nearly five miles of groomed trails to explore—and endless access to beautiful backcountry in the National Forest—there are opportunities for everyone from beginners to seasoned skiers to put their ski skills to the test. First used as a means of transportation across the…
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This holiday cookie recipe is a special one to Melissa, our pastry chef extraordinaire! During her childhood, her family often made many Christmas cookies reserved only for the holidays. These were one of her favorites, and she’s excited that guests at the ranch get to enjoy them as well. They do take two days to…
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The holidays are all about giving, and what better way to give than to give to the next generation of young academics? If you’ve been to Vista Verde, or know anything about the way we operate, you know that we place a high value on our community—and that community begins with our incredible staff from…
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We’re excited to bring back our holiday gift guide for you this year to hopefully provide a little inspiration for those outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, and western lifestyle aficionados on your lists. This year, we compiled our favorite ranch vendors from years past as well as local small businesses from around Clark and Steamboat Springs that…
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Some of my most fond holiday memories are from when I was a child. After all, it is most often said that if you want to experience the magic of the season just look at it through the lens of children’s eyes. But as we grow older, the responsibilities and to-do lists of the holidays…
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Staff changes follow the seasonal changes Living in a place with four distinct seasons, we get to experience the feeling of change in a very tangible way. As we transition from fall to winter, we’re also feeling the emotional change of staff departures and arrivals. Office Updates After 10 years of leaving her mark on…
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Give the gift of a stay It’s that time of the year. The Halloween candy was swiftly put on clearance as the holiday decorations were stocked on the shelves. Why so soon, many of us ask? Well, we’re going to jump on the overzealous holiday bandwagon by reminding you that a stay at Vista Verde…
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Exciting news for families with little adventurers! Get ready for a week of romping, stomping and smiles for your young ones as we expand our summer program to include 3-5-year-olds. Each morning these tots will set out on activities with our kids’ supervisors, while parents get some “me time.” We understand that young explorers need…
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