| The following list provides examples of activities that a spouse or family member might participate in while at Snowmass. The organizers have established a special Activities Committee to foster and facilitate participation in these activities as a group. The Committee includes: | |
Lori Allen |
John DeLooper Jerry Navratil John Perkins Ned Sauthoff Judith Taylor |
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The activities given below can be done on an individual or group basis. The organizers encourage families and participants to participate to foster communication and exchange of ideas. A survey form to determine the number of individuals who might participate in the activities will be posted on the Snowmass website by May 1, 2002. |
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All items listed below are based on information from Snowmass or the organizers. Programs may change between the preparation of this page and actual programs available in July. We will continue to update this page as conditions change. |
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ART CLASS: FREE. Art class for children ages 7-14. Second week of Summer Study: Monday, July 15 - Thursday, July 18. Art instruction in watercolor. Children's work will be matted and ready for framing. Fee: $10 for supplies. Registration necessary before the Snowmass meetings begin. Contact Sharon Bangerter, 925-831-1453 or e-mail mawmab@worldnet.att.net |
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ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR: FREE. Approximately 60 artists will exhibit on the Snowmass Village Mall. July 14 and 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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ASTRONOMY NIGHT: Organizers will arrange for small groups to view the stars with telescopes. (Individuals with telescopes are encouraged to contact the Activities Committee.) |
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BABY-SITTING: See child care below. Additionally, professional baby-sitting services available in Aspen (from the yellow pages) are given at the bottom of this page. Organizers have not evaluated these services -- they are just a listing from the phone book. |
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BIKING: Miles of trails await novice to expert riders, from gentle roads to challenging single track. More advanced riders can take their bikes up the chairlift for an exciting downhill ride. Lift tickets are required, but there is no extra charge for the bike. Bike rentals are available at stores on the Mall. Aspen Sports: 970-923-6111; Christy Sports: 970-923-2717; D&E: 970-923-2337; Gene Taylor Sports: 970-923-4336; Snowmass Sports: 970-923-3567. |
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CAMPFIRE: FREE. Storytelling by the campfire. Join a storyteller for an evening of trails and tales. Take a short walk down the Snowmass Nature Trail, stop to make a fire, s'mores, and drink hot chocolate. Strollers NOT recommended. Wear good walking shoes and bring an extra layer of clothing. For all ages. Tuesdays and Fridays at 8:00 p.m. Meet at the Snowmass Information Booth next to Christy Sports. |
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CHILD CARE: FREE. Young Moms' afternoon. Individuals (those Moms with older children and teens) will baby-sit young children so that Young Moms can have an afternoon off to do other things. This will be organized for one or two afternoons during the meeting. Camp Snowmass. This popular program allows kids to revel in hiking, swimming, music, arts and crafts, games, field trips, and more -- right on the mountain. Daily and weekly adventure programs. Recommended for ages 3 to 11. For more information or to register, see Camp Snowmass Brochure (in PDF format, 106 kB). NOTE: The web site will not be available until June 1. NOTE: If you purchase the early Bird Special by June 1, you can save $100 for a 10 day package.  |
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CLIMBING WALL: Twenty-five foot climbing wall with different levels of experience. At Slopeside on the Snowmass Village Mall. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and till dusk on Thursday concert nights. Two climbs for $5. Purchase tickets at Mountain Outfitters on the Mall. |
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FISHING: Kid's Trout Fishing Experience. Snowmass Mountain Outfitters, end of Village Mall. Kids age 4 to 12 experience the thrill of four-wheeling to our secret mid-mountain fishing pond to land brook and rainbow trout. Three-hour morning and afternoon fishing trips are available. Cost is $45.00 per child and includes guide, equipment, beverages, and snacks. Parents are encouraged to tag along! |
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FISHING -- FLY FISHING CLINIC: FREE. A thirty-minute clinic on the Snowmass Village Mall. Join one of Alpine Angling's professional fly fishing guides for an angling seminar covering topics such as: casting, reading the river, and entomology. For all ages. Mondays at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Snowmass Information Booth next to Christy Sports. |
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GOLF (FRISBEE GOLF): FREE. 18-hole disc golf course meanders from the top of the Burlingame Lift down to the Snowmass Village Mall. Discs and score cards are provided FREE! Top of Burlingame Lift. |
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GOLF: River Valley Ranch. 18-hole championship golf course. Complete lunch and dinner facilities. 303 River Valley Ranch Drive. http://www.rvrgolf.com |
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HIKING: A three-hour hike on Snowmass Mountain. Join a naturalist from Aspen Center for Environmental Studies for a beautiful hike and fascinating views of Snowmass Village and surrounding areas. Weather changes rapidly! Please dress appropriately. For all ages. Cost: Chairlift ticket $10. Daily, 1:00 p.m. Meet at the Snowmass Information Booth next to Christy Sports. White River National Forest. Maps and information on recreation, camping, hiking, and other activities for the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest. 900 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, Colorado. http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/whiteriver |
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HISTORICAL TOURS: Heritage Aspen -- Aspen's historical society -- preserves and communicates the history of the Aspen area for a local and worldwide audience, ensuring an understanding and appreciation of Aspen's unique community through educational programs, research, collections, exhibits, and publications. Historic sites include: Wheeler/Stallard Museum, Ashcroft Ghost Town Tour, Independence Ghost Town Tour, Holden/Marolt Mining and Ranching Museum, and Spirit of Aspen Project -- Future Museum at Lift-1. See: http://www.heritageaspen.org or http://www.aspenhistory.org |
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HORSEBACK RIDING: Riding through the Elk Mountain Range by horseback. Join our skilled guides for one-hour to two-day rides. Base of the Wood Run Lift. Equestrian related services for private parties of groups not to exceed 300 people. 8276 Snowmass Creek Road. |
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JEOPARDY: The organizers are looking to have a competition similar to the Jeopardy game for one of our social hours. Stay tuned for details. |
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LIFT: Sam's Knob Lift whisks you to the highest point in Snowmass above the Snowmass Valley. At the summit of Sam's Knob you will find spectacular views and Sam's Knob Restaurant. Cost: $10.00 for adults; Children 6 and under and Seniors 70 and over ride free; Children 7 to 12 ride free with accompanying paying adult. Additional children 7 to 12 ride for $4.00 each. The lift is equipped to carry bikes and scooters and includes unlimited chairlift rides all day. Operation hours are daily from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
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MUSIC: Aspen Music Festival is an internationally renowned classical music festival that presents world-class music in an intimate, small-town setting. Music Director David Zinman presides over more than 200 events, including orchestral concerts, chamber music, opera, contemporary music, master classes, lectures, and kids' programs. Concerts take place daily at the 2,050-seat Benedict Music Tent, the Victorian Wheeler Opera House, the Harris Concert Hall, and in churches and smaller halls around town. Many events are free, lawn seating outside the tent is always free, and other tickets range up to $55.
Summer of Music Concert Series every Thursday evening. FREE. These concerts are hosted by Snowmass Village and are held on Fanny Hill adjacent to the Snowmass Village Mall. July 12: The Persuasions; July 19: Toots and the Maytals. |
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NATURALIST CLASS FOR KIDS (4-9 years): FREE. Summer Wild Things. This is a one-hour informative naturalist class on Fanny Hill in Snowmass. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. For ages 4-6, 11:00 a.m.; For ages 7-9, 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Snowmass Information Booth next to Christy Sports. Parents do NOT need to accompany child. |
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NATURE WALK: FREE. A two-hour guided walk along the Snowmass Nature Trail. Join a naturalist from the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies who will share tips on wildflowers, animal tracks, and birds. For all Ages. 10:00 a.m. daily and 1:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Meet at the Snowmass Information Booth next to Christy Sports. |
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PLAYING WITH THE PAST: KIDS FREE. Join the Aspen Historical Society in Snowmass for an interactive program that introduces children to history through activities such as: candle making, a Victorian garden party, butter churning, or ice cream making. For ages 4-10 years old. Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Snowmass Ticket Pavilion. |
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PICNIC: Snowmass organizers will arrange for a picnic if folks are interested. |
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RAFTING: For more than 30 years, Blazing Adventures has provided exciting outdoor adventures such as rafting, biking, hiking, and a variety of other activities for the entire family and groups of all sizes. 48 Upper Village Mall. http://www.blazingadventures.com Colorado Rift Raft. Snowmass's premier rafting company and locals' favorite since 1979. We offer everything from scenic float trips to white-water excitement! Village Mall, inside Gene Taylor Sports. http://www.riffraft.com |
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RODEO: A rodeo show including a western barbeque is available. Adults: $16; Children (6-12 years): $9; Children (5 years and under): Free. |
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SOCCER: Soccer games will be arranged during the meeting (participants and family members are welcome). If a sufficient number of folks sign up, a round-robin competition could be organized. A sign-up sheet will be available at registration. For further details, contact John Perkins (perkins3@llnl.gov) |
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SOFTBALL: A weekend game of softball will be arranged if folks are interested (participants and family members are welcome). If a sufficient number of folks sign up, a round-robin competition could be organized. |
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TEEN ACTIVITIES: If there is interest, Snowmass organizers will arrange for group teen activities, such as white-water rafting, horseback riding, and a day trip to Aspen. |
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VOLLEYBALL: Volleyball games will be arranged during the meeting (participants and family members are welcome). If a sufficient number of folks sign up, a round-robin competition could be organized. Friendly competitions between labs or burning plasma concepts are encouraged. |
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| Listing of Child Care Providers from the Phone Book. | ||
| Agency Babysitting SVC 730 E. Cooper Ave. Aspen, CO PH (970) 544-3800 |
Aspen Children's Garden Inc. 215 N. Garmisch St. Aspen, CO PH (970) 925-7938 FX (970) 925-3706 |
Snow Cubs P.O. Box 1248 Aspen, CO PH (970) 923-0563 FX (970) 923-0558 |
| Aspen Club & Spa 1450 Crystal Lake Rd. Aspen, CO PH (970) 925-8900 FX (970) 925-9543 |
Aspen's Kids Time Babysitting 136 Maple Ln. Aspen, CO PH (970) 925-5437 |
Vacation Nannies Aspen, CO PH (970) 618-5592 |
| Early Learning Center 215 N. Garmisch St. Aspen, CO PH (970) 920-9201 |
Little Feet Day Care 405 Castle Creek Rd. #1 Aspen, CO PH (970) 920-9000 FX (970) 920-5558 |
Seed Sowers Christian Pre-School 640 Stevens St. Aspen, CO PH (970) 920-1616 |
| Play Group 215 N. Garmisch St. Aspen, CO PH (970) 920-4016 |
Powder Pandas at Buttermilk 350 W. Tiehack Rd. Aspen, CO PH (970) 920-0935 |
Roaring Fork Kids 215 N. Garmisch St. #6 Aspen, CO PH (970) 925-3136 FX (970) 544-9727 |
| Kids Club Drop-in Day Care PH (970) 925-3136 |
SVRA Babysitting List PH (970) 923-3567 |
Note: Snowmass Area Code is 970. |
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Updated: 23 April 2002 Send questions or comments to: John DeLooper at jdeloope@pppl.gov |
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