Upcoming Annual Meeting:
Family Activities

This information was taken from www.vail.com. Hours of operation and pricing might not be accurate for 2012 – please call number listed to confirm.

CURIOUS CRITTERS SKI SCHOOL
Gore Range Natural Science School Naturalists provide brief slope-side lessons about Rocky Mountain Wildlife as part of the Curious Critters Ski School. Each week programs focus on a different category of winter critters including Climbers, Diggers, Jumpers and Flyers. Programs are offered for ski school students and drop in visitors daily at the Nature Discovery Center at Adventure Ridge, and on Mondays at the entrance to Porcupine Alley from 1pm to 2:30pm and Tuesdays at the bottom of Golden Peak from 1pm to 2:30pm. Look for the naturalist in the red jacket and the “Stop for a Nature Lesson” sign.

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
Sun and Mon from 10:00am – 4:00pm
Tues - Sat from 10:00am – 6:00pm
970-754-4675

KID'S SNOWMOBILE AT ADVENTURE RIDGE
Kids cruise around Blizzard Speedway in specially crafted mini-snowmobiles. Designed for children 6-12 years of age and less than 110 pounds, the snowmobiles travel at a child's preferred pace. $25 per person

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
3:15pm – 8:00pm, December 15 - April 9, Weather Dependent
970-SKI-VAIL (754-8245)

LIFE ON THE WILD SIDE
Daily programs for Ski School and walk-in visitors! Drop by the Nature Discovery Center anytime we're open for a fun-filled, five minute lesson to learn about the feathered and furry creatures sharing the slopes with you at Vail. Each week programs focus on a different category of winter wildlife.

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
Sun and Mon from 10:00am – 4:00pm
Tues - Sat from 10:00am – 6:00pm
970-754-4675

NATURE AT NIGHT
Meet at the Nature Discovery Center for a family friendly program full of engaging activities and fascinating information about night creatures at the ski area. Programs may include: Colorado Cats, Wily Weasels, Eyes on Owls, and Howling at the Moon. No reservations required.

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
Tuesdays & Thursday 6:00pm (45 minutes)
970-754-4675

SNOWSHOEING FROM THE NATURE DISCOVERY CENTER
From animal tracks to the mountain pine bark beetle, the Nature Discovery Center is your source for all things wild - including guided snowshoe tours with an expert naturalist. See and learn about the wild side of Vail in the most pristine of settings. No reservations required. Daily AM snowshoe tours are offered through the Vail Resorts Nordic School. For more information call (970) 754-3210.

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
Daily at 3:00pm
970-754-4675

TRAMPOLINE AT ADVENTURE RIDGE
This bouncing bungee harnessed trampoline sends you sky high so you can try out your acrobatic feats fearlessly. Dual trampolines make it fun to bounce with a friend. $10 per person

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
2:30pm – 8:00pm
970-SKI-VAIL (754-8245)

TUBING AT ADVENTURE RIDGE
Grab a tube, hop a lift, get a rush. Our multi-lane tubing hill whisks you downhill while the easy-access surface lift takes you back up quickly. $28 per person.

Eagle's Nest, Vail, CO 81657
2:30pm – 8:00pm
970-SKI-VAIL (754-8245)

MOUNTAIN MUSHER DOGSLEDDING
A unique alpine adventure, available mornings and afternoons in the Cordillera area west of Beaver Creek. The tour lasts approximately two hours, covering about seven miles, transportation to and from Beaver Creek is included. For more information, call (970) 653-7877.

0421 Capitol, Eagle, CO 81631
Times TBD
970-328-7877

ADVENTURE RIDGE
Play in the afternoon and well into the night at Adventure Ridge with ski bikes, kids snowmobile track, a slippery slope of rip-roaring tubing lanes and more. A snow park the size of a football stadium on top of the mountain and family food favorite Bistro Fourteen. The gondola runs from breakfast till night. Drink hot chocolate and watch the sun set over the bowls. Adventure Ridge, a family experience Like Nothing on Earth. Call 970-SKI-VAIL for more information or visit www.vail.com.

IMAGINATION STATION
A Children's Museum for ages 2-12. Engage, explore, wonder and question. The Imagination Station will be open Sunday through Friday from 10am to 6pm throughout the ski season. Located in the loft above Subway in Lionshead. $5 per child. Adults and Infants are Free.

If you are 3 or older - and potty trained - you can stay with Imagination Station staff for up to 3 hours staff will guide you through a variety of activities depending on your interest. Your parents can enjoy the Vail Valley while you play and learn with us. To register or for more information contact VRD Youth Services at 970-479-2292.

Parking is available for 90 minutes FREE in the Lionshead Parking Structure and free after 3:00 p.m. for any length of stay.

ICE SKATING
Located in the Arrabelle at Vail Square in Lionshead, ice skating is available in the winter.

395 East LionsHead Circle
970-479-2292

NORDIC ACTIVITIES
Explore the mountains in new and fun ways! It’s time for the other mountain experience. Need a day off the slopes? Maybe looking for something different? Try one of our Nordic experiences. Take a backcountry Snowshoe or backcountry skiing tour in the beautiful White River National Forest, or learn new skills like Telemark and Cross Country skiing. Visit the Nordic Activities desk in Golden Peak for more information.

All group tours & lessons for ages 14 and up unless otherwise noted or discretion of Nordic Department for 2011 - 2012 adventures.