A La Car Vail Valley’s Restaurant Delivery Service
Not in the mood to cook? Need to feed the kids? Too tired to go out? Enjoy “Dining in” with à la Car. Whether you’re interested in a romantic dinner for two or need to feed a big crew, we’ll deliver anything from casual to gourmet cuisine fresh and hot to your table—usually within an [...]
Above and Beyond 4×4 Guides
Awesome Jeep and ATV Adventures. Our guides truly have a passion for the outdoors and want to share this with you. Let us take you along old backcountry routes as we pass by fields of wildflowers and try to spot some of our curious wildlife. Learn about local history and experience awesome picture taking opportunities. [...]
Activity Sitters
Activity Sitters is a babysitting service offering the highest quality of active, fun and creative childcare. Our dependable staff members are CPR/First Aid certified, national background checked and have experience working with children. You can trust us to provide a fun and safe environment for your children. Licensed, bonded and insured. www.activitysitters.com (970) 376-6389
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 [...]
Alpine Arts Center
Alpine Arts Center has a special art room just for kids to explore their creativity, with tons of exciting materials at their fingertips! Join us for Mommy & Me Get Messy, Art Story Hour, Clay Creations, and teen/adult classes, or drop-in anytime Tuesday through Saturday from 9am-6pm for painting, crafts, clay, and paint your own [...]
Alpine Bank
Celebrating over 39 years in Colorado, Alpine Bank offers full-service banking for both commercial and personal customers. Alpine also provides mortgage and asset management experts to assist clients with home loans and investments needs. With five locations in the Vail Valley, and 37 branches throughout Colorado, Alpine Bank is everyone’s community bank! www.alpinebank.com
Alpine Mobile Physicians
Alpine Mobile Physicians is a house-call service that functions in cooperation with Vail Valley Medical Center to create a system of Medical Care. These doctors that have provided exceptional care in Vail’s ER and Clinics can treat you in your home or hotel. These comforting physicians bring oxygen, IVs and a wide variety of diagnostic [...]
Alpine Tavern
Located at the Vail Racquet Club, the Edelweiss Room is a casually elegant, unique mountain dining of European and American culinary delights. Includes bar menu favorites and a children’s menu. Enjoy a wine from our unique collection. The Old Muddy Bar – enjoy casual dining while you watch our 52” flat panel sports screen, order [...]
Avon Recreation Center
The Avon Recreation Center is an exceptional exercise facility and a great place to take the kids to relax. The fitness area is equipped with state-of-the-art Paramount strength equipment, free weights, TechnoGym treadmills and ellipticals, Free Motion Incline Trainers, Precor stationary bikes, and Stairmaster Stepmills for your cardiovascular program. All of the cardio equipment features [...]
Avon Urgent Care
7 days a week 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Open every day including holidays. No Appointments are necessary. We are equipped to manage most emergency medical situations. The clinic is staffed by board-certified physicians and critical care trained nurses. On-site x-ray, lab services, wound, orthopedic, respiratory care and Occupational Health Services.
B’nai Vail Jewish Congregation
Our vibrant, inclusive and egalitarian Jewish community welcomes you. Bnai Vail Congregation has been serving the local and visiting Jewish community since 1977! Summer mountain top services and Torah and Trail programs highlight our summer programming. For additional information about other services, membership, social events, or our ongoing education programs please take a look at [...]
Bearcat Stables
Offering a wide variety of horseback riding fun for the whole family. From the 1-hour stable ride to the 4-day, Vail to Aspen pack trip. Bearcat Stables has something for everyone. See our full-page ad in the Outdoor Activities section of The Parents Handbook printed publication.
Beaver Creek Children’s Theatre
The “World Famous” Beaver Creek Children’s Theatre celebrating 25 years of entertaining families. Operators of the Beaver Creek Children’s Museum and the Children’s Theatre Workshops. Incredibly fun shows, awesome engaging activities and theatre workshops for kids. All for families who like to have fun. Come have a ball with us. www.beavercreekkids.com (970) 926-5855
Beaver Creek Hiking Center
The Beaver Creek Hiking Center offers great family hiking in Beaver Creek and around the region. Start with the Hiking Center’s complimentary, one-hour Nature Valley hike and work your way up to conquering one of Colorado’s 14ers. The Hiking Center offers many family friendly group or private hikes and mountain bike tours for all ability [...]
Beaver Creek Kids’ Camp
The Beaver Creek Kids’ Day Camp provides age-appropriate adventures for kids 5 to 13. There are a wide variety of activities everyday including: Pony and horseback riding, paddle boats, art projects, chairlift rides, indoor rock climbing, river rafting and 4×4 tours. Rates are available by the day or by the week. It’s a great place [...]
Beaver Creek Resort
Luxury ski resort. Family friendly and safe. Fun and playful. Intimate and warm. High level of service. World class. Attention to detail. Guests here live life to the fullest and are inspired to trust Beaver Creek and be loyal to the brand.
Beaver Creek Stables
Dust off your cowboy hat and boots and giddy-up to your trail ride! Your horse is waiting to show you deer, elk, wildflowers and views of Beaver Creek Mountain. Programs are perfect for the entire family. Our trails, horses and guides are a favorite mountain experience.
Belmont Deli
A Bustling New York deli where the oversized sandwiches are all made with fresh baked bread from a local bakery, Boars Head meats and cheeses. Expect foods unique to New York, such as the Reuben, corned beef, chopped liver, Matzoh Ball soup, pork roll and freshly made salads, soups, cakes and cookies. www.belmontdeliedwards.com (970) 926-1796
Bistro 14
Family-friendly mountaintop dining. Feed your mountain of an appetite from a menu featuring Colorado-themed fare in a family friendly restaurant at the top of Vail Mountain. Children 12 and under will enjoy our special three-course meal for just $10! www.vail.com (970) 476-5601
Bravo! Music
Celebrating 25 years in 2012, the Bravo! Vail Music Festival presents the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, Big Music For Little Bands and more than 40 free community performances and education events for both children and adults. www.vailmusic.org (877) 812-5700
Colorado Adventure Center
Colorado’s most complete adventure center offering family friendly activities such as rafting, biking, and zip-line adventures. With convenient locations in Idaho Springs, Buena Vista, Breckenridge and Glenwood Springs near the popular mountain towns like Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge, Denver and Winter Park. www.coloradoadventurecenter.com (800) 997-3448
Colorado Business Bank
A full-service commercial bank that offers a broad range of sophisticated banking services including credit, treasury management and deposit products to professionals and small to mid-sized businesses. www.cobizbank.com (970) 926-6801
Colorado Mountain College
Colorado Mountain College in Edwards is a comprehensive, full-service campus offering quality academic and occupational degrees and certificates in Eagle County. The Edwards Campus includes the main building in Edwards, with class locations in Eagle, Gypsum and Avon. www.coloradomtn.edu (970) 569-2900
Colorado Mountain Express
Every year over 420,000 travelers choose Colorado Mountain Express over rental cars for their ground transportation to Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, Aspen and Snowmass. CME offers shared ride shuttles and private car services from Denver International Airport and Eagle County Regional Airport. Available Coupons: CME Premier – 10% off Private Car CME Shuttle [...]
Colorado Mountain Medical
A team of twenty primary care physicians, specialists and three physicians’ assistants with offices in Eagle County. Whether you are a local resident or visiting our beautiful resort areas, you will find access to extraordinary healthcare in our offices. Our providers offer total family care emphasizing wellness and preventive medicine, as well as treatment of [...]
Colorado River Center
Affordable family rafting with the Colorado River Center! Join us for a summer of fun on the Upper Colorado River. We are a small company which allows us to focus on the most important part of your trip: YOU! We love to have fun and promise to make your experience with us one to remember. [...]
Colorado River Guides
Colorado River Guides has over 30 years experience, bringing visitors and locals alike to some of the best waterways in Northwestern Colorado. Our whitewater rafting trips are carefully chosen to take you through some of America’s most beautiful country – towering canyon walls, exotic red rock territory, sandy beaches and lush riverside vegetation. Let us [...]
Dobson Ice Arena
Dobson Ice Arena, in the heart of Vail, offers vast and varied ice time programs for skating enthusiasts. Check out our adult and youth hockey leagues, figure skating lessons and public skating open sessions. Dobson also hosts some of the Valley‚ best special events, including skating programs, corporate functions and concerts
Dr. Tom’s Health Habits
Organic, natural, foods and supplements. A unique selection of whole foods and supplements to fuel your summer activities, meet special dietary needs, fill nutritional gaps, while getting sound nutritional guidance. Get the highest quality homeopathic remedies available, all from top nutracutical companies. Probiotics, gastriol intestinal disturbances, muscle aches/pains, performance enhancement, and sustainable foods, all in [...]
Dusty Boot
The Dusty Boot Steakhouse and Saloon is the best little steak house in Colorado –converting vegetarians one burger at a time. Two locations in Beaver Creek and Eagle Ranch, serving only hand trimmed, prime beef with over 90% of our menu made from scratch. www.dustyboot.com Beaver Creek (970) 748-1146 Eagle (970) 328-7002
Eagle River Water and Sanitation District
Our Mission: To provide efficient, effective and reliable water and wastewater utility service in a manner that respects the natural environment. www.erwsd.org (970) 476-7480
Eagle Valley Library District
With weekly story times for children, special programs for all ages, downloadable ebooks, public computers, wireless internet access and much more, there is something for everyone at the Avon, Eagle and Gypsum Public Libraries. For information and a schedule of upcoming events visit the libraries online at: www.evld.org Avon (970) 949-6797 Eagle (970) 328-8800 Gypsum [...]
EagleVail Pavilion
Newly renovated, the EagleVail Pavilion is ideal for weddings, meetings and parties. Wrap-around decks with pond and expansive lawns, acoustic ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the outdoors inside. Adjacent pool/tennis/golf facilities expand the Pavilion’s versatility. The Pavilion easily accommodates 150 – 200 guests and has a professional-grade kitchen that makes catered events easy. Reserve [...]
EagleVail Pool
Come play with us at EagleVail’s new heated outdoor public swimming pool. Competition pool with slide and separate children’s pool with water play features. Enjoy the barbecue/picnic area, lessons, water aerobics, lap swim, yoga, parties and free swim days. Open daily from May 26. Season Passes and Pool/Par 3 Passes for Willow Creek golf available. [...]
East West Resorts, Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek’s finest selection of vacation accommodations. We offer intimate studios to spacious 7-bedroom condominiums and private homes. Locations include ski-in/ski-out, village core, and shuttle to the lift. All properties offer: full kitchen, fireplace, balcony/deck, hot tub, pool, concierge, and access to the Allegria Spa. www.eastwestresorts.com Beaver Creek Village (800) 235-3557
Energy Smart Colorado
Our service includes a comprehensive home energy assessment, including a blower door test to find air leakage; CAZ test for health and safety of your gas burning appliances; and thermal imaging to pinpoint problem areas. www.energysmartcolorado.com see ad p40 970.328.8777
Fiesta’s! Café & Cantina
Voted Vail’s best Family Restaurant! Traditional Mexican fare, and good margaritas make this Vail Valley landmark a must visit restaurant for families. A locals favorite. Serving Breakfast on weekends, lunch and dinner everyday. Dine in, Take out, and Catering is available. (970) 926-2121
Ford Park Tennis Center
The Tennis Center offers a full-range of tennis activities on its 12 courts including junior tennis clinics, men’s and women’s tennis clubs and weekly matches. Patrons also can look forward to the annual Bill Wright Colorado Clay Court Open and Senior Tennis Tournament in the fall. www.vailrec.com/tennis.cfm (970) 479-2294
Gas House
Featuring steaks, seafood and wild game. The Gas House is long time locals’ family favorite since 1983! Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and our kids’ menu starts at $5.99! Visit our website to see our menu.
Georgetown Loop Rail Road
Journey to another time! The Georgetown Loop Railroad brings Colorado history to life in a fun adventure that will thrill the entire family. The beauty of the rugged Rocky Mountains surrounds you as an old-time steam locomotive chugs its way up the canyon, hauling the train past the remains of several gold and silver mines. [...]
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Open for adventure all year round, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, located just 55 minutes west of Vail and 45 minutes from Beaver Creek, offers a day of fun for the whole family. Ride the tram to the top and experience the adrenaline rush of Colorado’s longest alpine coaster or take one of the country’s top [...]
Glenwood Vaudeville Revue
The Glenwood Vaudeville Revue is a two- hour family fun show with professional talent performing a variety of hilarious skits, jokes, high energy dance numbers, unique novelty songs and original ideas that are guaranteed to make you laugh your worries away. Open nearly year round with three unique shows each year! www.GVRshow.com 970-945-9699
Gore Creek Fly Fisherman
The Valley’s most experienced fly fishing guide service. Offering a diverse array of guided services and expert advice for all anglers of all levels. We offer full and half-day wade and float trips, along with FREE daily casting clinics at 10:30 a.m. from all five of our shops.
Gypsum Creek Golf Course
Nestled in the Gypsum Valley, Gypsum Creek Golf Course is a Pete Dye designed 18-hole championship course for players of all caliber. Spread out over a steep, sage covered mesa, this challenging course offers golfers the finest of Colorado’s beauty and natural scenery. Gypsum Creek is located 35 miles west of Vail.
Gypsum Urgent Care
Open 7 days a week. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon. – Fri. and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sat. & Sun. Every day, including holidays. No appointments needed. Located near the Eagle County Airport, and staffed by Emergency physicians and nurses to care for walk in and ambulance patients. This includes bruises, scrapes [...]
Harry A. Nottingham Park
A 48-acre playground centered on beautiful Nottingham Lake featuring basketball courts, beach volleyball, tennis courts, soccer fields, softball diamond, park features for children, picnic tables, barbeque grills, and recreation paths for walking, bicycling or in line skating. We also have paddleboat rentals, fishing poles and bait available at Avon’s Log Cabin. An overall fantastic place [...]
Healthy Habits
Organic, natural, foods and supplements. A unique selection of whole foods and supplements to fuel your winter activities, meet special dietary needs, fill nutritional gaps, while getting sound nutritional guidance. Get the highest quality homeopathic remedies available, all from top nutracutical companies. Probiotics, gastriol intestinal disturbances, muscle aches/pains, performance enhancement, and sustainable foods, all in [...]
Imagination Station
Vail’s learning and discovery center returns with improved exhibits for children ages two through 12. Children can build their own playhouse, act on stage with their choice of background and play & problem-solve at a variety of activities. Cost is $5 per child age two and older with cost-saving weekly, monthly and annual memberships. Parents [...]
Inyodo Martial Arts
Since opening in 2002, Inyodo has become widely appreciated for its athletic building, life skill oriented Taekwondo program, focused PeeWee / Little Ninja programs, as well as professional Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. Our program focuses on discipline and courtesy, while developing confidence, coordination, and responsibility. Inyodo provides a fun way to get into shape [...]
Ja•son Therapeutic Bodywork
Reduce pain and improve your performance. With a background in athletic training, orthopedic bracing, and rehabilitation—Jason works not only with athletes, but also has an exceptional intuitive touch, for Zen-like relaxation massage and energy work. He specializes in Deep Muscle Therapy, Assisted Stretching Techniques, Sports Massage, Trigger Point work and Myofascial Release… using Hot Bamboo [...]
KidSport
Family owned and operated since 1978, KidSport is Vail’s only full service specialty children’s ski and sport shop. From head to toe, we have everything kids need for snow from newborn through size 20. Featuring all the best brand names of kids ski and boardwear, matching accessories and equipment, KidSport is your one stop shop [...]
Kirby Cosmo’s
Kirby Cosmo’s BBQ Bar is nestled on the quiet old town streets in Minturn, Colorado. We serve up delicious southern-style bar-b-que daily. Loved by locals and travelers for our ribs, wings, brisket and craft beer selection, you’re sure to be impressed. So sit back, relax and roll up your sleeves.
Leadville Railroad
All Aboard! Ride the Leadville Railroad to the top of the Rockies to view wilderness, wildlife and beautiful scenery. Meet the conductor and see the engine while relaxing for 2 ½ hours. Experience Colorado at its best. Trips run daily through September.
Little Chef’s of Vail
Give your child the ultimate Vail experience – children’s culinary classes that create an unforgettable learning experience with a professionally trained chef! Classes are held around the Vail Valley In professional kitchens, where children will create delicious dishes that can be recreated at home. Contact us for a complete schedule. Classes are held year round. [...]
Markos Pizzeria
KIDS LOVE MARKOS pizza and pasta! Edwards’ 1st and best Pizzeria. Join us for a real Italian family friendly atmosphere. Markos serves NY style pizza and authentic East Coast pasta dishes. Dine in-Take out-Delivery at down valley prices. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Ask about our Gluten Free and Wheat Free pasta. (970) [...]
May Palace
Welcome to May Palace, owners Rick and Ruth Woo serve May Palace serves the finest Mandarin, Szechuan and Fusion cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner everyday and Sundays for brunch, this family Restaurant has been a Vail Valley landmark for many years. Available Coupons: 10% off Entire Bill www.maypalacevail.com (970) 476-1657
Mom’s Best Friend
Moms Best Friend provides you with the most outstanding caregivers in the area. Our temporary nannies do more than supervise your children—they create an experience of them! These invaluable caregivers can be hired full or part-time, short or long term, on a live-in or live-out basis. www.momsbestfriend.com (970) 476-KIDS
Mothers and Others
Since 1984, Mothers and Others have provided the Vail Valley with custom baby equipment rentals. Why pack a stroller, crib or toys, instead of your skis and snowboard? Just ask and we can assist you and the kids make the MOST of your visit to our valley. Remember, when the kids are happy, everyone is [...]
Mt. Massive Golf Course
Located at the base of two of Colorado’s highest mountains, just outside the historic mining town of Leadville, Colorado. This beautiful course with small-town charm welcomes players of all ages and abilities to enjoy golf in a majestic and awe-inspiring setting. At 9,680 feet, Mt. Massive Golf Course is the highest golf course in America, [...]
Nova Guides
Nova Guides has been Vail’s premier year-round outdoor recreation company for over 25 years serving Vail, Beaver Creek, Avon, Copper Mountain, Frisco, Keystone, Breckenridge and Leadville. Locally owned and operated, Nova Guides and our professional staff are committed to providing our guests with outstanding customer service and memories to last a lifetime. Available Coupons $7.00 [...]
On Target
NRA Certified Instructor Mathew Bayley offers firearms training and sales. Offering NRA Concealed Carry Class for beginners to advanced in pistol rifle or shot gun. We offer a special woman’s shooting league, private, semi private or group classes. Locations in Minturn or Gypsum, kids and families welcome. www.ontargetatvail.com (970) 949-8121
Pazzo’s Pizzeria
With a location in Eagle, above the bowling alley, Pazzo’s Pizzeria will make it even easier for everyone to enjoy the Vail Valley’s favorite pizza, pasta, calzones, subs, salads and more. Breakfast is available at the Vail Village location all winter long, and Pazzo’s is always available for birthday parties and private functions. Available Coupons: [...]
Pedal Power Bike Shop
Serving cyclists in the Vail Valley for over 30 years. We believe that when your passion is your vocation, quality, service and expertise will follow. Pedal Power offers honest, informative sales and service of top quality, personally tested bicycling equipment and accessories. We love to ride! Available Coupons: 2 for 1 Bike Tune www.pedalpowerbike.com (970) 845-0931
Performance Tours Rafting
Our rafting trips range from family adventure to extreme whitewater excitement trips. Our offices are an easy drive from the Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Canon City, Aspen, Vail, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Frisco, and the Salida areas. Contact us to discuss your rafting needs you’ll be glad you did!! Available Coupons $10 Off Any [...]
Resort Sitters
We are in our second decade of providing excellent childcare for families, groups and events. Sitters are at least 21, CPR certified and background checked. Experienced sitters for all ages, including infants. Sitters come to you with age-appropriate activities, and can do off-site activities with your permission. Resort Sitters is an insured Colorado corporation. We [...]
ResortMed Mobile Physicians
Since the year 2000, ResortMed has been delivering cost-effective emergent medical services to the resort communities of the Roaring Fork and Vail Valleys. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, our emergency medicine physicians bring the emergency room to you in the form of a house call. Serving the Vail Valley. www.resortmedco.com (970) 390-7878
Route 6 Café
Perfect spot for breakfast and lunch, affordable, lively and family friendly. Long time staff, outdoor seating and game room for kids. Moved from old location to our new one just down the road on Hwy 6 and 24. www.vailroute6cafe.com (970) 949-6393.
Silent Partner Limousines
Silent Partner Limousines is a Vail locally owned and operated luxury private transportation service. Silent Partner services all Colorado airports and points in-between. We are proud to have been chosen as the exclusive transportation service of the Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute. www.silentpartnerlimousines.com (970) 470-2587
Simply Massage
Voted “Best Massage” by the Vail Daily Readers Poll every year since 2006. Simply Massage is a comfortable and relaxing massage studio that provides exceptional custom tailored therapeutic massage with locations in Avon and Vail. By dispensing with the spa “extras” such as saunas and marble showers, Simply Massage is able to provide the same [...]
Solaris
Vail’s premier entertainment, dining and shopping center. Located just steps from North America’s #1 ski resort, the shops at Solaris redefine the retail experience in the Rocky Mountains. The shops at Solaris feature an ice skating rink, movie theater, bowling alley, and dining. Available Coupons: 1/2 Price Ics Skate Rentals
Stone Creek Charter School
Stone Creek Charter School is a public school of choice offering a revolutionary learning experience for children in Eagle Country in grades K through 8. We believe in inspiring every child who walks through our doors to “go boldly” on their own path to greatness. Our experienced staff and challenging Core Knowledge Curriculum create an [...]
Suski Oka & Hibachi – Japanese Steak House
Your family will enjoy the table-side Hibachi service served by authentic Japanese Chefs. Outstanding fresh Sushi/Teppanyaki is available at the Sushi bar. From the owners of the May Palace restaurant in West Vail, Rick and Ruth Woo welcome your family to the best Japanese food in town! Open for lunch/dinner and take-out. Delivery available through [...]
Terry’s Hair Studio
Visit Terry at her new location at the Brandess Building in West Vail. With 24 years of experience styling hair, and trained at the world renowned “Horst Education Center” in Minneapolis, Terry returned to her home in Milwaukee to master her skills at the prestigious “Erik of Norway.” Her love for skiing brought her to [...]
The Back Bowl
The affordable, award-winning Back Bowl Family Entertainment Center, in Eagle is unlike any bowling alley you’ve ever seen! Truly one of a kind…with something for everyone! Kids love bowling on 20 state-of-the-art lanes, complete with gutter-guards, special lighting effects and luxury seating. Shoes and balls available for all ages and sizes. Kids will also enjoy [...]
The Back Bowl – Bowlmor Café and Sports Lounge
The award-winning Bowlmor Café & Sports Lounge at the Back Bowl is the perfect combination of affordable family food and fun. The Bowlmor offers fantastic cuisine with a creative twist. Choose from great appetizers, steaks, seafood, burgers, sandwiches and incredible salads. Enjoy our full kids menu or pizza, nachos and burgers right at the lanes. [...]
The Community of EagleVail
Come play with us in EagleVail! Enjoy the new solar-heated outdoor swimming pool with family barbecue and picnic area; parks, hiking trails, tennis courts and Pavilion for private or public events. Exceptional mountain golf at the 18-hole Devlin/Von Hagge public course, and par 3 Willow Creek. Full service practice and tournament facilities. www.eaglevail.org (970) 949-5267
The Minturn Community Fund
The Minturn Community Fund (MCF) exists to connect people, enhance lives and preserve Minturn’s authentic community. The MCF helps organize events, neighbors in need, and facilitates grants for community projects. The MCF is a Colorado 501(c)3 nonprofit. Donations are tax deductible.
The Sitter Agency
Vail Valley’s Premier Babysitters. Providing safe, reliable and fun babysitters to your location. We will find the perfect sitter to meet your family’s needs. Enjoy a day or evening out, knowing your children are having just as much fun as you are. We are fully licensed and insured. All sitters are CPR certified, background checked, [...]
Theatre Aspen
Aspen’s only professional theatre presents Broadway talent in an intimate setting. Top-rate musicals, plays and family fare are featured in downtown Aspen’s newly renovated Rio Grande Park. This season features Avenue Q, How I Became a Pirate and The 39 Steps. www.theatreaspen.org (970) 925-9313
Timberline Tours
Voted “Best Rafting Company in the Vail Valley!” Providing the ultimate in outdoor family adventure since 1971. Our world-class guides are on the cutting edge of river guiding around the globe. Experience scenic and relaxing float trips, Class III whitewater…or the adrenaline rushing challenge of Class IV or Class V rapids. Timberline provides a complete, [...]
Town of Avon Whitewater Park
Whether you are a seasoned paddler or a curious sightseer, Avon’s Whitewater Park offers an exhilarating and fun freestyle kayaking experience. Located just blocks south of the town center, directly under “Bob the Bridge” on Avon Road, Avon’s Whitewater Park is 350 feet in length. The Park offers a spectator viewing terrace and large flat [...]
Town of Minturn
Nestled between the glamour of Vail and Beaver Creek, Minturn is a small town with big character. In addition to historic architecture and charming homes, the oldest town in the Vail Valley boasts great restaurants, a Saturday outdoor market, budget-friendly shops and a FREE bike rental program. www.minturn.org (970) 827-5654
Transition Sports
Transition Sports is dedicated to providing the Vail Valley with the best in new and consignment used sporting goods. Transition Sports / The Stash aims to be your first stop for new skate, snowboard, and disc golf gear while also providing quality used gear spanning all types of outdoor sports from hockey and basketball to [...]
Triple G Outfitters
For those who love horses, Triple G Outfitters has something for everyone. Scenic trail rides for every ability level, cattle roundups and the popular “Saddles & Paddles,” which combines the horse ride of your choice with the raft trip of your choice. A full day of Colorado summer fun! The 4 Eagle Ranch is an [...]
Vail Academy
The Vail Academy is dedicated to educating the whole child; heart, mind, body and soul. We provide academic excellence within a Christian worldview, serving Kindergarten through eighth grade. We are located on the campus of The Vail Christian High School in Edwards and are accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). www.thevailacademy.org (970) [...]
Vail Farmers Market
Colorado’s largest Farmers’ Market! Located in Vail Village every Sunday from June 19-Sept. 18, 2011, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Fun for the entire family! Over 100 booths of fresh, delicious Colorado grown produce, regional artisans and two bands that will entertain you each week. Let the kids take part in various activities such as [...]
Vail Golf Club
The Vail Golf Club is nestled at the base of the Gore Mountain and presents golfers with a unique 18-hole, par 71 experience at 8,200 feet elevation. The golf club is open to the public and offers a full service golf shop, driving range, practice area, club storage, golf swing analysis, club rentals, demo days [...]
Vail Golf Course
Vail’s only golf course, open to the public, the Vail Golf Club features a unique 18-hole, par 71 experience at 8,200 feet elevation. Enjoy some of the best views in the Vail Valley. Lessons, leagues, junior clinics, teen lessons, women’s-only offerings and more.
Vail Gymnastics Center
Twist, tumble and turn with the Vail Gymnastics Center. Enjoy regular gymnastics programs, plus martial arts, fencing, dance, summer camps and more.
Vail Library
Town of Vail Public Library offers many informational resources to serve Vail’s guests, residents, businesses and schools. We have books, audio books and playaways, DVDs, music CDs, magazines, downloadable audio/ebooks and online databases. We also offer great programs for children and families. Call or visit our website for an up-to-date calendar of events. You may [...]
Vail Mountain School
Established in 1962, Vail Mountain School is a co-educational, K-12, college preparatory school with a 100 percent four-year college acceptance rate. An independent school for Eagle and Summit County students, VMS combines traditional curriculum with outdoor experiences, service learning, school traditions, opportunities for travel and immersion, and character education. www.vms.edu (970) 476-3850
Vail Nature Center
The Vail Nature Center delivers incredible learning programs and educational seminars with a focus on utilizing the White River National Forest as its learning lab. Located adjacent to the Gore Creek in a historic farmhouse, the Nature Center delivers lasting memories through photography, ecology, fishing, art, hiking, wildflower walks and more.
Vail Nordic Center
When snow blankets the Vail Golf Club, it becomes the full-service Vail Nordic Center. Glide along 17 kilometers of daily-groomed skate and classic track, or snowshoe on 10 kilometers of scenic trail. The exceptional staff offers lessons and clinics on technique and tuning for adults and children, and a wide variety of rental equipment is [...]
Vail Racquet Club
Offering affordably priced Vail lodging and condo rentals. Our Alpine chalet-style condominiums and townhouses provide you with all the comforts of home as you nestle into one of our 1, 2 or 3 bedroom condos or town homes. The Vail Racquet Club has an extensive offering of vacation amenities, including an all-encompassing health club, heated [...]
Vail Recreation District
Imagination Station: This drop-in children’s museum features hands-on art and science activities including a play wall that encourages active play integrating physical and cognitive learning; a light table and builder boards that inspire development and dexterity; a hyperbolic funnel that models planetary motion; and a new Mad Scientist’s Lab where children will make slime, “gak” and [...]
Vail Sports & Beaver Creek Sports
Vail & Beaver Creek Sports are the premier ski shops in the Vail Valley, located just steps away from the chairlifts and fully-equipped to get you ready for any condition on the mountain. We offer the best in skis, snowboards, boots, outerwear, casual wear, and footwear from top manufacturers such as K2, Salomon, Burton, Spyder, [...]
Vail Stables
Guides steer mounted pioneers through a sage meadow and up to a scenic lookout at 8,900 feet above the town of Vail, with views of the Gore Range, Vail Mountain, and the Vail Valley. Giddy-up through a majestic forest and meander through an Aspen glade, keeping eyes peeled for signs of deer and elk. Before [...]
Vail Tennis Center
The Vail Tennis Center offers a full-range of tennis activities for juniors and adults on its 12 courts spring through September. This summer will feature six weeks of youth tennis camps, plus daily junior tennis clinics. www.vailrec.com (970) 479-2294
Vail Valley Care’s Thrifty Shops
Vail Valley Cares was formed in 1991 by local churches to help people in need in our community. In recent years, we have given over $1.4 million in grants that help hundreds of local families. Our thanks to the generous donors and terrific customers of the Thrifty Shops. www.vailvalleycares.com Edwards (970) 926-7134 Eagle (970) 328-1444
Whitewater Rafting, LLC
Offering whitewater rafting on the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs. Since 1974 we have been family owned and operated, rafting the Shoshone section of Glenwood Canyon and beyond. Trips vary from mild and great for families, to trips exclusively for physically fit, experienced rafters. Voted “Best Rafting” eight times. Available Coupons 50% Off Kids Rafting! [...]
Wishes Toy Store
Wishes Toy Store, family owned and operated for 15 plus years in the Vail Valley, is a fun store. Very different from the big-box world of major chains with prices as good or better. Featuring quality toys and clothing, it reminds you of what toy stores were really like before everything got so big. The [...]
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