INSIDE Information and forms to assist you in planning your stay at Snow Mountain Ranch. JUNE 2016 MAY 2017 Serving Groups, Conferences, Retreats, Family Reunions and Celebrations. SNOW MOUNTAIN RANCH Planning Guide Snow Mountain Ranch is the place for bringing together family and friends. Inside you ll find helpful information on planning your stay, group activities, meal options and forms you ll need to complete prior to your stay. For additional copies of this guide please visit ColoradoConferenceCenters.com.
SNOW MOUNTAIN RANCH YMCA of the Rockies puts Christian Principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Group Leader Timetable 4 Meal Options 9 Activities 9 Faith-based Programs 10 Chaplain Services 16 Area Information FORMS 5 Meeting Room & Equipment 6 Refreshments, Food & Grills 7 All-you-can-eat Summer Cookouts 8 Billing Information Agreement 8 Tax Exempt Form 11 Group Activities Request From 13 Group Room Roster 14 Adult Waiver of Liability 15 Child Waiver of Liability CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 970-887-2152 Extensions: Conference Office...x4127 Chaplain...x4003 Food Service...x1701 Nordic Center...x4173 Program Department...x4135 Fax: 303-449-6781 (Please include a cover sheet.) E-mails: Conference Department smrconference@ymcarockies.org Program Department Mary Ann Degginger, Program Director mdegginger@ymcarockies.org Chris Michalowski, Associate Program Director cmichalowski@ymcarockies.org SHIPPING FOR YOUR EVENT FedEx and UPS ATTN: Conference Office 1101 County Road 53 Granby, CO 80446 HELPFUL INFORMATION Plan Ahead Lodging, meeting rooms and activities fill up quickly. In order to ensure you get the most out of your stay, plan in advance by submitting your Request Forms early. Our Conference Coordinators are here to help you with planning your itinerary and any special needs such as wheelchair accessibility and first-floor rooms. Your group can be divided according to interests and levels, or activities can be planned that the entire group can enjoy. Let your group participants know about their recreational choices by directing them to SnowMountainRanch.org. Alcohol We do not sell or serve alcoholic beverages and alcohol is not allowed in common areas. You may bring your own and consume it in your lodge room, cabin or meeting room. Computers Computers are located at the Buckboard Grill and the library. Free wireless is available in the Administration Building, all lodges, and in six, seven and eight-bedroom cabins. Maid Service Service is limited. Please ask your Conference Coordinator for details pertaining to your accommodations. Payment & Cancellations Full payment is due at check-out. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, checks and cash. Please discuss your payment options with your Conference Coordinator. If you are a travel agent, full payment is due 45 days prior to arrival. You must report the guaranteed number of rooms, cabins, campsites and nights by the date shown on your contract. If you cancel after this date, you will incur a cancellation fee and your deposit will be forfeited. Pets NO pets, except service animals, are allowed in lodges and retreat cabins. Quiet Hours For the comfort of all guests please respect our quiet hours from 10 PM 7 AM. Self-service Laundry Coin operated laundry is located behind the swimming pool. Please see your guest bulletin for hours. PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER. MM1.3 12/15 2 CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAITH
SCHLESSMAN COMMONS HOURS SPRING, SUMMER & FALL Breakfast Lunch Dinner 7 AM 9 AM 11:30 AM 1 PM 5 PM 7:30 PM Schlessman Commons SKI SEASON Breakfast 6:30 AM 9 AM MEAL OPTIONS Lunch Dinner 11:30 AM 1 PM 5 PM 7:30 PM All-You-Can-Eat Meals All meals in the Schlessman Commons Dining Room are served buffet-style. Individuals in each group receive designated wristbands that must be presented at each meal. A fee will be charged to replace lost tickets. Special meals or menus must be arranged in advance. If you have food allergies or special dietary concerns, please contact our Food Service Manager at 970-887-2152, x1701. Enjoy delicious all-you-can-eat buffet-style meals! Catering & Special Events For information about our catering options, please call 970-887-2152, x1701. Snow Mountain Ranch offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues for weddings, receptions and special catered events. For more information please contact our Food Service Manager at 970-887-2152, x1701. Special meals or menus must be arranged in advance. Boxed meals can be ordered a day ahead (see page 7) and should be picked up by the group leader during open hours at the Buckboard Grill. Other Dining Options BUCKBOARD GRILL & PIZZA Administration Building Offering burgers, call-in and take-out pizzas, snacks, starters, salads, hot grill items, sandwiches, ice cream and a variety of grocery supplies. 970-887-2152, x4122 SKINNY SKI CAFÉ Open Ski Season at the Nordic Center Stop by the Café on a snowy day to relax and warm up with a bowl of hot soup or chili. Sip a hot cocoa or recharge with a high energy snack before heading out for more fun in the snow. ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SUMMER COOKOUTS Tuesday and Wednesday evenings It s an evening of food, fun, family and friends! See page 7 for more information. Advance reservation required. 4 CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAITH
MEETING ROOM & EQUIPMENT REQUEST FORM Meeting rooms are assigned on a firstcome, first-serve basis, according to group size, needs, room availability and date request is received. Please make copies of this form for each meeting room/breakout room needed. Additional meeting room space may be reserved at a rate of $5 per person/per day/per meeting room, based on availability (minimum charge $50 per day). Chairs and tables are provided at no additional charge. GROUP NAME: GROUP SIZE: BOOKING NO: E-MAIL: DATE/TIME: / NO. OF CHAIRS: NO. OF TABLES: WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE? YES NO DO YOU HAVE A BAND?* YES NO * Bands must be finished by 10 PM. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 7 AM. IF YES, WHAT TIME WILL THEY BE PLAYING? PLEASE LIST ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS: Please remove this page, complete and then make copies of all forms before mailing. If your group is staying in cabins, a meeting room IS NOT included in your lodging fee. If you would like to request a meeting room, a rate of $8 per person/per day will be applied (minimum of $75 per day). Additional charges may apply. Availability is not guaranteed. SUBMITTING FORMS Please fill out this form and return to the Conference Office 30 DAYS prior to your arrival. Fax: 303-449-6781 Please include a cover sheet. U.S. Postal Service Snow Mountain Ranch ATTN: Conference Office PO BOX 169 Winter Park, CO 80482 FedEx and UPS ATTN: Conference Office 1101 County Road 53 Granby, CO 80446 CONTACT INFORMATION Telephone 888-592-9622 970-887-2152, x4127 E-mail smrconference@ymcarockies.org CHOOSE A ROOM SET-UP (for custom set up, please submit a drawing request): Meeting rooms are available from 3 PM on day of arrival until 10 AM the day of departure. Early/late use may be reserved for an additional fee. Square Theater Classroom U-Shape Picnic Custom (indicate below): Equipment Rental (limited availability) TYPE OF EQUIPMENT PRICE (PER DAY) HOW MANY? DATE TIME Extension Cord/Powerstrip $ 5 each Microphone Stand $ 10 Music Stand $ 10 Wired Microphone $ 15 DVD Player $ 15 Screen $ 20 VCR $ 20 Easel with Flipchart Paper $ 20 Podium $ 20 Whiteboard Easel $ 25 Wired Microphone & Stand Combo $ 25 8 x 4 Stage Sections (up to 10) $ 30 each PA (speakers, 1 microphone) $ 50 Portable PA System $ 50 LCD Digital Projector $ 65 LCD Digital Projector w/screen $ 80 Conference Phone $ 80 Portable JBL Single Speaker PA System $ 100 Setup Change of Meeting Room* (after initial set-up): - Small Room $ 75 - Medium Room $ 100 - Large Room $ 125 * There will be a charge each time the meeting room must be changed. Special requests must be made prior to arrival. Wireless is available in many areas; check with the Conference Office. coloradoconferencecenters.com 5
REFRESHMENTS, FOOD & GRILLS REQUEST FORM Refreshments can be delivered to your meeting room 7 AM 8:30 PM. Deliveries outside of regular hours will be charged $20 per hour. SUBMITTING FORMS Please make additional copies of this form, one for each order. Fill out the forms and return to the Conference Office THREE WEEKS prior to your arrival. Fax: 303-449-6781 Please include a cover sheet. U.S. Postal Service ATTN: Conference Office PO BOX 169 Winter Park, CO 80482 FedEx and UPS ATTN: Conference Office 1101 County Road 53 Granby, CO 80446 CONTACT INFORMATION Telephone 888-592-9622 970-887-2152, x4127 E-mail smrconference@ymcarockies.org FOOD ALLERGIES: YMCA of the Rockies makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies. Every effort is made to instruct our food production staff on the severity of food allergies. There is also a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use could change the formulation at any time without notice. Guests concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Snow Mountain Ranch will not assume any liability for adverse food reactions to foods consumed, or items one may come in contact with while eating at any of our food service establishments. Please keep in mind that our menu is subject to change without notice. For additional information please contact Food Service at 970-887-2152, x1701. FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY To Grill/Conference Service File: Initials: Date: Total posted to Maestro: $ (Please make additional copies for multiple orders.) GROUP NAME: DELIVERY LOCATION: DATE/TIME: / NO. OF PEOPLE: BOOKING #: E-MAIL: Refreshments and Snacks NOTE: One (1) Gallon serves 16 people Gal. Coffee regular ($18 per gallon) Brownies (dozen) ($10 per dozen) Gal. Coffee decaf ($18 per gallon) Doughnuts (dozen) ($10 per dozen) Gal. Hot chocolate ($18 per gallon) Muffins (dozen) ($10 per dozen) Gal. Lemonade ($15 per gallon) Cookies (dozen) ($10 per dozen) Sodas (assorted) ($ 2 per 20 oz. bottle) Gal. Hot cider ($15 per gallon) Special Instruction: Gal. Hot tea ($15 per gallon) Gal. Iced tea ($15 per gallon) Gal. Hot water ($ 6 per gallon) Gal. Cold water ($ 6 per gallon) Cold water ($ 2 per 20 oz. bottle) Ice ($ 4 per 10 lbs.) Chips & Salsa ($ 6 per person) No. of people Fruit Tray ($ 6 per person) No. of people Fruit Bowl ($ 6 per person) No. of people Naked Juice ($ 5 per bottle) No. of bottles Food Breaks (15 person minimum) 1. Sunrise Special ($14 per person) No. of people: Includes bagels, cream cheese, yogurt, bananas, granola, milk, coffee and assorted juices 2. Health & Fitness On The Go ($12 per person) No. of people: Includes meat and cheese tray, assorted breads and condiments, fruit tray, coffee, iced tea and lemonade 3. Deli Lunch ($14 per person) No. of people: Includes fresh sliced meats, cheese, bread, condiments, potato chips, soda and water 4. Scream for Ice Cream ($8 per person) No. of people: Select two flavors of ice cream: vanilla chocolate strawberry neapolitan Select three toppings: chocolate caramel strawberry nuts sprinkles 5. Choc-O-Holic ($8 per person) No. of people: Includes chocolate chip cookies, brownies or hot chocolate and coffee 6. Great Get-Together ($8 per person) No. of people: Includes Boulder Chips, popcorn, fresh apples and lemonade 7. Special Requests? Please call Food Service at x1701. 6 CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAITH
ACTIVITIES AT SNOW MOUNTAIN RANCH Stay Pass One Stay Pass per guest is included in the price of your lodging accommodations and can be picked up when you check in at the Administration Building. Your Pass should be worn during your stay to allows us to recognize you as a guest, and provide you with access to activities. Day Pass If members of your group are not staying at Snow Mountain Ranch, they will need to purchase a day pass (ages 6 and up) at the Administration Building or Program Building. Ages 5 and under and YMCA members (with proof of Y membership) receive a free Day Pass. Day Passes can be purchased for multiple days. FREE ACTIVITIES The following activities, depending on the season, are included in your stay. In most cases, children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years or older. Some activities may require a refundable deposit for equipment rental. Year-round Indoor Basketball, billiards, foosball, indoor pool, indoor roller rink, table tennis, volleyball. Spring, Summer and Fall Bocce ball, croquet, hiking, horseshoes, ladderball, trike park,18-hole mini golf and 9-hole toddler mini golf course, playgrounds, sand volleyball, tennis, tetherball, 18-hole disc golf, historic sites (seasonal activities are weather dependent). Winter Ice skating, snow tubing, sledding, dog sled presentation, Nordic ski trails, fat bike trails, and snowshoe trails. Family-Friendly Activities When you check in, pick up a copy of our Program Bulletin. You ll find information on scheduled activities, musical performances, dancing, wildlife education, family campfires, night hikes and other family fun! Historical Sites The Rowley Homestead lets you experience the way life was as a Rocky Mountain rancher in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Indoor Swimming Pool Lifeguards are on duty during all scheduled pool times. Cameras, camera phones and video equipment are not allowed in the pool area or locker rooms. 25-yard heated pool and adult lap time aquatic climbing wall and slide sauna and showers Library Stop by for a wonderful selection of books, games and free Wi-Fi. We also have computers available for use. Summer Tubing Hill Our tubing hill is open from June through September (weather permitting). Groups up to 70 people can reserve one hour time slots. For reservations call 970-887-2152, x4135. Trail Running/Walking Snow Mountain Ranch offers miles of beautiful trails for running, hiking, and walking. OTHER ACTIVITIES The following activities require pre-registration and a fee. Faith-Based Programs Vespers Campfire Vespers campfires are a combination of fun camp songs, skits, Scripture, prayer, and s mores. Faith-based High Challenge Course Confront your fears and realize some of your untapped capabilities. A leader will guide your group through a safe experience, then lead your group through an exploration of the experience. Spiritually Focused Climbing Wall A leader will relate the climbing experience to Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 and help your group discover how Together is Better in climbing, life and faith. Faith-based Low Challenge Course A custom designed low ropes experience that builds teamwork in your group, relating scripture to real-life situations. Devotional Hike This is a guided hike up the Grand View Trail. Along the way your group will read and discuss eight devotional meditations around the eight beatitudes. Fishing Fishing areas are located on our property. No license is required at Gaylord Reservoir. Equipment rental is available at the Program Building. Please call 970-887-2152, x4135. Photos by Dill Advance reservation required. 800-874-3455 photosbydill.com Get the group together and arrange for a professional photo. Locations available throughout Snow Mountain Ranch. Horse Activities Advance reservation required. Helmets available upon request. Sombrero Stables: 970-887-1999 Explore our beautiful trails by horseback. We offer breakfast and dinner rides, and wagon or sleigh rides. Children age 5 and older may ride their own horse. Children ages 2-4 may ride with a parent. Pony rides are available for children age 5 and under. LOOKING FOR ADVENTURE? Don t miss this unforgettable dog sledding experience! The Dog Sled Adventure Package includes: presentation dog sled rides snow hut building guided snowshoe hike campfire with s mores and hot cocoa Pick your presentation topic! Our chaplain will introduce you to the sport of dog sledding while telling humorous and engaging stories from his past as a long-distance dog sled racer. Presentations can be centered around the following themes: Persevering in Faith and Life Being Mission-Driven Teamwork Isn t Everything, it s the Only Thing Everything Rises and Falls on Leadership JANUARY MARCH $50 per person 9 AM 4 PM (break for lunch) Group Size: Min. 15 / Max. 40 Book your adventure today! 970-887-2152, x 4135. Continued on page 10 coloradoconferencecenters.com 9
ACTIVITIES Continued from page 9 Mountain Biking Explore our miles of scenic trails summer and fall. Full or half day rental includes bike and helmet. 970-887-2152, x4135 Portable Outdoor Climbing Wall Reserve our portable 32 ft. high climbing wall for your group or reunion. For more information please call the Program Department at 970-887-2152, x4135. White Water Rafting Off-site. Advance reservation required. For a wet and wild ride reserve a full or halfday white water adventure trip through Mad Adventures at 800-451-4844. E-mail: fun@madadventures.com madadventures.com WINTER ACTIVITIES Nordic Center The Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center offers more than 100 km of cross-country and snowshoe trails, which can accommodate the first-time cross-country skier and snowshoer to the elite racer, as well as skiers with special needs. The Nordic Center s full- service ski shop is where you ll find deals on group lessons, private lessons, snowshoes, skate and classic ski rentals, and the latest ski gear and apparel for sale. Fat Bike rentals are also available at the Nordic Center and are available per hour, half day, or full day. Call 970-887-2152, x4173 or visit SnowMountainRanch.org/nordic. Shuttles to Ski Areas Winter Park Resort: shuttles are available for groups of 15 or more. To schedule a shuttle for your group call the Conference Department at 970-887-2152, x4127 at least three weeks prior to your arrival. Snowshoe Guided Hikes Explore our winter wonderland! To schedule a hike for your group please call the Program Department at 970-887-2152, x4135. Ski & Snowboard Rentals We recommend Snow Mountain Sports, located under the Library at Snow Mountain Ranch. Please call 800-544-1523 to reserve equipment. CHAPLAIN SERVICES The ministry at Snow Mountain Ranch wants to do our best to meet your specific needs. Our ordained chaplain offers year-round, on-site worship and customized spiritual programs for all faiths and ages. Please check our weekly schedule or contact the Chaplain Department for seasonal programs and/or to arrange a special service. If you haven t booked a special event with us ahead of time, we offer last minute guided experiences such as: Bible Studies Communion hikes and/or private sessions Family celebration services Hikes and snowshoeing experiences Prayer labyrinth at Hidden Sanctuary Worship services Memorial services Family Celebration Services Outdoor chapel Whispering Pines Chapel Sunday Chapel Service Ecumenical Worship Celebration for all guests and ages. Music, devotional message, praise and worship, children s message. See the Program Bulletin for time or call x4003. Communion and Vesper Services Scheduled seasonally. For more information please contact the Conference Dept. at 970-887- 2152, x4127. SOMBRERO STABLES Sleigh and wagon rides, trail rides and more! Reservations required! 970-887-1999 or x 4146 10 CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAITH
GROUP ACTIVITIES REQUEST FORM A Snow Mountain Ranch representative will contact you to confirm program dates and times based on availability. Reservations must be made at least 60 DAYS in advance. Please fill out this form, make a copy and return it to the Conference Office. Bookings are on a first come, first serve basis. GROUP NAME: RESERVATION NO.: ARRIVAL DATE: DATE SUBMITTED: DEPARTURE DATE: CONTACT NAME: PHONE (DAY): PHONE (EVENING): E-MAIL: FAX: Please remove this page, complete and then make copies of all forms before mailing. CANCELLATION POLICY Activities must be cancelled two weeks prior to the reserved date or you will be charged full price. SUBMITTING FORMS Please make a copy and send via: Fax: 303-449-6781 Please include a cover sheet. U.S. Postal Service ATTN: Program Department PO BOX 169 Winter Park, CO 80482 FedEx and UPS ATTN: Program Department 1101 County Road 53 Granby, CO 80446 CONTACT ADDRESS: CITY/STATE/ZIP: Free Orientations You can request a Program Coordinator to come to your meeting room or Retreat Cabin and provide a brief overview of Snow Mountain Ranch and the activities listed on page 9 and 10. DATE REQUESTED: TIME REQUESTED: NO. OF PEOPLE: LOCATION: MEETING ROOM RETREAT CABIN Self-led Campfire Fire Rings Gather around the campfire with your group for your own planned activities. One-hour time slots are available (firewood may be purchased for an additional fee). For Program-led evening campfire rings please see page 12. DATE REQUESTED: NO. OF PEOPLE: TIME REQUESTED: Softball Field Reserve our field for a game of softball, kickball, dodgeball and family games. DATE REQUESTED: TIME REQUESTED: CONTACT INFORMATION Telephone 970-887-2152, x4135 E-mail Mary Ann Degginger, Program Director mdegginger@ymcarockies.org Chris Michalowski, Assoc. Program Director cmichalowski@ymcarockies.org coloradoconferencecenters.com 11
ACTIVITY (FEE-BASED) FEE (PER SESSION) DATE SESSION (AM) SESSION (PM) # OF PEOPLE ARCHERY $60 9 10 AM 11 AM 12 PM 1 2 PM 3 4 PM 5 6 PM Age: 5+ / / 10 11 AM 2 3 PM 4 5 PM 6 7 PM Limit:12 persons per session CAMPFIRE RING (program led) $60 (1 20 p) 7 8 PM 8 9 PM Includes: s mores, songs and skits $120 (21 40 p) CANOEING (Summer Only) $100 9 10 AM 11 AM 12 PM 1 2 PM 3 4 PM Age: Must fit in life jacket / / 10 11 AM 2 3 PM 4 5 PM Limit: 20 persons per session CLIMBING WALL $60 9 10 AM 1 2 PM 4 5 PM 7 8 PM Min. Weight.: 40 lbs / / 10 11 AM 2 3 PM 5 6 PM 8 9 PM Limit: 12 per session 3 4 PM 6 7 PM CRAFT SHOP $25/hr 6 7 PM 7 8 PM 8 9 PM Group reservations, up to 25 guests Additional guests / / Seasonal hours may vary; please Age: All (16 and under require adult supervision) $1 per person contact the Program Department. Craft fee not included. DOG SLEDDING $50 per person / / ADVENTURE PACKAGE Minimum: 15 persons Maximum: 40 persons GUIDED HIKES** Age: All (16 and under require adult supervision) Limit: 15 persons per guide $30 per guide Forest Ecology: 2 miles (easy) $30 / / 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM Waterfall Hike: 3 miles (easy) $30 / / 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM Beaver Ecology: 2 miles (easy) $30 / / 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM Night Hike: 1 mile (easy) $30 / / Dusk (by season) Grand View: 2 miles (intermediate) $30 / / 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM HIGH CHALLENGE COURSE (May Oct) $150 (up to10 p) Age: 10+ $300 (11 20 p) Max. Weight: 200 lbs. $450 (21 30 p) Does not include Zip line. $600 (31 40 p) / / 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM 5 8 PM LOW CHALLENGE COURSE $100 (10 p) 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM 5 8 PM TEAMBUILDING $200 (11 20 p) Minimum: 10 persons (p) $300 (21 30 p) $400 (31 40 p) / / FOREST ZIP LINE (May Oct) $150 9 10 AM 1 2 PM 4 5 PM 35 ft. climb, 600 ft. zip 10 11 AM 2 3 PM 5 6 PM Age: 8+ / Limit: 15 persons per session / / 11 AM 12 PM 3 4 PM 6 7 PM Weight Limit: 250 lbs. VALLEY ZIP LINE (May October)* $150 9 10 AM 1 2 PM 4 5 PM 55 ft. climb, 700 ft. zip 10 11 AM 2 3 PM 5 6 PM Age: 10+ / Limit: 12 persons per session / / 11 AM 12 PM 3 4 PM 6 7 PM Weight Limit: 200 lbs. SNOWSHOE HIKE (Winter Only) Age: 8+ Limit: 15 persons per hike Includes snowshoe rental $180 per guide / / 9 AM 12 PM 1 4 PM INDOOR POOL SESSION** Age: All (children require adult supervision) Limit: 80 persons per session $100/hr / / 1 to 2 hour sessions 1 to 2 hour sessions Faith-Based Themed Programming is available for Campfires, High Challenge Course, Climbing Wall, Low Challenge Course and more. Please contact the Programs Department at 970-887-2152, x4135 for more information. *Valley Zip Line has limited weekday availability. ** Please call the Program Department at 970-887-2152, x4135 for details. Outdoor activities weather permitting. 12 CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAITH
PLEASE MAKE A COPY OF THIS FORM AND HAVE EACH PERSON ENROLLED IN THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES READ AND SIGN THIS WAIVER. Activities requiring a signed waiver: Climbing Wall Dog Sledding High Challenge Course Sledding, tubing, ice skating Zip Line / Low Ropes Course U.S. Postal Service ATTN: Program Department PO BOX 169 Winter Park, CO 80482 FedEx and UPS ATTN: Program Department 1101 County Road 53 Granby, CO 80446 YMCA OF THE ROCKIES ASSUMPTION OF RISK/WAIVER OF LIABILITY ADULTS 18 YEARS AND OLDER. PLEASE READ BEFORE SIGNING. There are risks involved in this activity and/or these activities. You need not participate. It is your choice whether you participate in this activity or these activities and to what level. Our philosophy is Challenge By Choice, which means you select the degree of challenge (if any) to which you will be exposed. However, in order for you to participate at any level in this activity or these activities you must sign this document, and your signature forever waives your right to sue the YMCA of the Rockies (and its directors, staff, employees and other contracted parties) for any injury (or death) you may suffer arising out of your participation in this activity or these activities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK I acknowledge that there are risks and hazards in any of the activities in which I have chosen to participate. These risks include, but are not limited to: physical injury, trauma, emotional injury, death, and property damage. These hazards include but are not limited to: Falling from a height of up to 50 feet (climbing wall and high challenge course only); equipment failure; interference from other activities in the vicinity; high altitude (above 8,000 feet); and rigorous physical activity and exhaustion. Risks for Tubing include but are not limited to: falling out of the tube; traveling at various rates of speed; collisions with other tubes, tubers, or spectators; collisions with man-made objects such as fencing, collisions with natural objects, collisions with associated equipment, variations in terrain and steepness of terrain, varying surface conditions, slippery walking surfaces, and the use of the tubing lifts. The activity or activities in which I have chosen to participate may include intense physical challenges which aggravated by high altitude conditions, may place unusual demands on my bodily systems. I acknowledge that this is not an exhaustive list of the risks or hazards I may encounter, and that I may encounter unforeseen situations. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR I acknowledge that protective headgear (helmets) are available and it is my choice to wear that headgear while tubing. (INITIAL REQUIRED) CERTIFICATION OF FITNESS I certify that I am completely healthy (both physically and emotionally) and capable of participating in this activity or these activities. However, I understand that it is solely my responsibility to determine whether there is any medical reason, including personal or family history of cardiac disease or any other medical condition, which I should not participate in the selected activity. WAIVER OF LIABILITY In order to participate in the activity or activities listed above, I forever waive my right to sue the YMCA of the Rockies (including its directors, staff, employees and other contracted parties) for any injury (including death) I may suffer arising out of my participation in this activity or these activities. I understand that by signing this document all liability of the YMCA (including its directors, staff, employees, and other contracted parties) to myself for any injuries (including death) I may suffer arising out of my participation in the activity or activities listed above will be forever extinguished. I, THE UNDERSIGNED, HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK/WAIVER OF LIABILITY FORM. I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT NO ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CONCERNING THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN MADE TO ME AS AN INDUCEMENT TO SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT. Name of Participant (please print): Address: City: State: Zip: Home Phone: Work Phone: Age: IN THE CASE OF EMERGENCY PLEASE CONTACT: Name: Phone: Signature of Participant: Date: IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT: PROGRAM DIRECTOR AT 970-887-2152, X4131 14 CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAITH
Please remove this page, complete and then make copies of all forms before mailing. PLEASE MAKE A COPY OF THIS FORM AND HAVE EACH PERSON ENROLLED IN THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES READ AND SIGN THIS WAIVER. Activities requiring a signed waiver: Climbing Wall Dog Sledding High Challenge Course Sledding, tubing, ice skating Zip Line / Low Ropes Course U.S. Postal Service ATTN: Program Department PO BOX 169 Winter Park, CO 80482 FedEx and UPS ATTN: Program Department 1101 County Road 53 Granby, CO 80446 YMCA OF THE ROCKIES ASSUMPTION OF RISK/WAIVER OF LIABILITY ADULT ON BEHALF OF A MINOR CHILD. PLEASE READ BEFORE SIGNING. There are risks involved in this activity and/or these activities. Your child need not participate. It is your child s choice whether your child participates in these activities and to what level. Our philosophy is Challenge By Choice, which means your child selects the degree of challenge (if any) to which your child will be exposed. However, in order for your child to participate at any level in these activities you must sign this document, and your signature forever waives your right (and your child s right) to sue the YMCA of the Rockies (and its directors, staff, employees and other contracted parties) for any injury your child may suffer arising out of their participation in this activity or these activities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK I acknowledge that there are risks and hazards in any of the activities in which my minor child has chosen to participate. These risks include, but are not limited to: physical injury, trauma, emotional injury, death, and property damage. These hazards include but are not limited to: Falling from a height of up to 50 feet (climbing wall and high challenge course only); equipment failure; interference from other activities in the vicinity; high altitude (above 8,000 feet); and rigorous physical activity and exhaustion. Risks for Tubing include but are not limited to: falling out of the tube; traveling at various rates of speed; collisions with other tubes, tubers, or spectators; collisions with man-made objects such as fencing, collisions with natural objects, collisions with associated equipment, variations in terrain and steepness of terrain, varying surface conditions, slippery walking surfaces, and the use of the tubing lifts. The activity or activities in which my minor child has chosen to participate may include physical challenges, which, if aggravated by high altitude conditions, may place unusual demands on my minor child s bodily systems. I acknowledge that this is not an exhaustive list of the risks or hazards my minor child may encounter, and that my minor child may encounter unforeseen situations. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR I acknowledge that protective headgear (helmets) are available and it is my choice that my child wear that headgear while tubing. (INITIAL REQUIRED) CERTIFICATION OF FITNESS I certify that my minor child is completely healthy (both physically and emotionally) and capable of participating in the activity or activities. However, I understand that it is solely my responsibility to determine whether there is any medical reason that my minor child should not participate in the selected activity. WAIVER OF LIABILITY In order that my minor child may participate in the activity or activities listed above, I forever waive my right (and my child s right) to sue the YMCA of the Rockies (including its directors, staff, employees and other contracted parties) for any injury my minor child may suffer arising out of my minor child s participation in these activities. I understand that by signing this document all liability of the YMCA (including its directors, staff, employees, and other contracted parties) to myself and my minor child for any injuries my minor child may suffer arising out of my minor child s participation in the activity or activities listed above will be forever extinguished. I, THE UNDERSIGNED, HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK/WAIVER OF LIABILITY FORM. I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT NO ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CONCERNING THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN MADE TO ME AS AN INDUCEMENT TO SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT. Name of Participant (please print): Address: City: State: Zip: Home Phone: Work Phone: Age: IN THE CASE OF EMERGENCY PLEASE CONTACT: Name: Phone: Signature of Parent or Guardian: Date: IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT: ASSOCIATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR AT 970-887-2152, x4131 coloradoconferencecenters.com 15
GUEST / AREA INFORMATION SNOW MOUNTAIN RANCH: 970-887-2152 Airport Denver International (DIA) 303-342-2000 800-247-2336 flydenver.com Airport Shuttle Home James 800-359-7503 homejamestransportation.com Group Photos Photos by Dill 800-874-3455 photosbydill.com Hot Sulphur Springs 800-510-6235 hotsulphursprings.com Golf Courses Grand Lake Golf Course 970-627-8008 grandlakerecreation.com Pole Creek Golf Course 970-887-9195 polecreekgolf.com Granby Ranch Golf Course 800-757-7669 granbyranch.com Grand Elk Golf Course 877-389-9333 grandelk.com Medical Fraser Medical Clinic 970-726-6778 Lincare Professional Services 970-887-2120 Middle Park Medical Center 970-887-5800 Timberline Family Practice 970-887-1216 Weather & Road Conditions Snow Report 303-825-SNOW Colorado Road Conditions 877-315-7623 cotrip.org Livery Sombrero Stables 970-887-1999 sombrero.com National Park Rocky Mountain National Park 970-586-1206 nps.gov/romo Ski Areas Ski Granby Ranch 800-757-7669 granbyranch.com Winter Park Resort 303-572-SNOW skiwinterpark.com Downhill Ski & Snowboard Rentals Snow Mountain Sports 800-544-1523 snowmountainsports.com Snowmobiling On the Trails Rental 888-627-2429 onthetrailrentals.com White Water Rafting Mad Adventures 800-451-4844 For additional copies of this guide please visit ColoradoConferenceCenters.com.