Greetings! Well, after a few days of uncertainty regarding the conditions at the Ice Park, Mother Nature blew down some very chilly weather and answered the prayers of many climbers and this year's Ice Festival was another wonderful success! The temperatures and snowfall here in Ouray have been holding well for the creation of more and more beautiful ice. The trails have been groomed for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, ski resorts are reporting stellar powder, and the sledding conditions here in town are making the wait for that last school bell of the day seem like an eternity for the kids in town. If you are a winter sport enthusiast, what's not to love about Ouray in February? Speaking of love, Valentine's Day is fast approching. There are some really romantic dinner specials here in town for all of you lovers out there! Check out our February happenings, below.
We are also have some great tips below on how to be a Green Guest, wherever your travels take you.
As always, we look forward to seeing you again and thank you for making our hotel your first choice for lodging in Ouray!
Best wishes, Rich and Karen Avery Owners |
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February Happenings!
There are terrific things to do during the winter months in Ouray Colorado including that all time favorite: soaking in natural hot springs while being snowed upon. If you are feeling the need to getaway for a quick winter respite, let our picturesque village revitalize you; Ouray Colorado cures most cases of cabin fever! Remember, Lee's Ski Hill is open on the weekends and provides a free rope tow to all who show up. It is a great place to teach kids to ski or snowboard without incurring too much expense. Other events during February 2011 in Ouray County are below.
February 5, 12, 19, and 26: Free Fly Tying seminar Saturdays from 10:00am - 12:00pm at RIGS in Ridgway: In addition to Free Fly Tying Seminars, the Fly Section at the Shop has also expanded its new tying materials section to be the most comprehensive in the region. Every thing from new hook styles to the latest and greatest in dubbing, beads, tools and tackle.
February 6, 2011, 2:30pm: Banjo Concert - Jayme Stone Concert: Room of Wonders Two-time Juno Award-winning banjoist Jayme Stone's brand new album, Room of Wonders, is inspired by folk dances from around the world: Norway, Sweden, Brazil, Bulgaria, Italy and North America. He'll be touring Colorado with gravity-defying guitarist Grant Gordy and Sandra Wong (nyckelharpa, fiddle). Sponsored by Ouray County Performing Arts Guild. This concert will be held at the Wright Opera House.
February 11, 2011: 1:00pm - 7:00pm Winter Arts and Craft Fest. Free admission and Artists' Demonstrations. All pieces are for sale and the entries include any art or craft, such as fine art, jewelry, needlework, and another other art form. Admission is Free. Sponsored by the Ouray County Arts Association. Info at (970) 626-3212.
February 12, 2011: 10:00am - 7:00pm Winter Arts and Craft Fest. Free admission and Artists' Demonstrations. All pieces are for sale and the entries include any art or craft, such as fine art, jewelry, needlework, and another other art form. Admission is Free. Sponsored by the Ouray County Arts Association. Info at (970) 626-3212.
February 12: Kids Climbing College: 10am at the Kids Wall. There will be four ropes set up with four San Juan Mountain Guides on staff to instruct the kids on safety and on how to climb ice. Two ropes will be dedicated to pre-registrants while the other two ropes will be dedicated to "walk'up" customers. All necessary climbing equipment will be provided along with hot chocolate, but please have your future ice climbing stars dressed warmly!
February 13, 2011: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Winter Arts and Craft Fest. Free admission and Artists' Demonstrations. All pieces are for sale and the entries include any art or craft, such as fine art, jewelry, needlework, and another other art form. Admission is Free. Sponsored by the Ouray County Arts Association. Info at (970) 626-3212.
Valentine's Day Dining
February 12, 13, and 14, 2011: Valentines Day Special Dinner. The Outlaw Restaurant is offering a special couples dinner in honor of lovers everywhere. The special includes 1lb of King Crab Legs and two 6oz Filets -- served with choice of soup or salad, French baguette, rice or potato, and our vegetable medley. Each special comes with one dessert to share (choices are: Crème Brule, Death by Chocolate, or Outlaw Mud Pie) for $95/couple + tax and gratuity. They are also offering Wine Specials on those evenings as well:
Lust Zinfandel, Micheal David, Lodi ($60/bottle)
Clos Du Bois, Chardonnay, Sonoma ($30/bottle).
February 14, 2011: The Beaumont Hotel will be serving a romantic Valentine's Day Dinner in the Historic Grand Ballroom. The three-course meal will include soup or salad, Ribeye or Petite Lobster and a delicious dessert. Reservations only. $69 per couple
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Hot Off The Presses!
 Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs is thrilled to announce it has been awarded the Green America Business Seal of Approval. The seal is presented to businesses that go beyond product and service quality to set the highest standards in environmental sustainability and social justice, and work to solve, rather than create, environmental and social problems.
To be considered for the Seal of Approval and earn a listing in the annual National Green Pages™, businesses complete a rigorous screening process to ensure they meet Green America's standards for the environment, community and labor.
Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs is known for its unique natural hot springs hot tubs which are terraced on the mountainside, and guests love these natural hot springs. But, this Ouray Colorado hotel also uses their geothermal resources to heat their domestic water supply and to heat the entire property. The Box Canyon Lodge shows exemplary concern and corporate practices for people and planet; they recycle, work with environmentally conscious suppliers, and listen to their workers.
"We are over the top excited to earn this coveted Seal of Approval," said Karen Avery, owner of the Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs. "It's one of the most respected and recognized symbols in the green marketplace and a powerful way to set our Ouray CO hotel apart as a leading green hotel."
Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs is now an Approved member of the Green Business Network, a distinguished and celebrated group of companies that use their products and services as a vehicle for social and environmental change.
More on the Green Business Network:
The Green Business Network (GBN) offers a vibrant community of over 4,000 environmentally and socially responsible businesses, the oldest and largest of its kind in the US. GBN is powered by Green America, a non-profit whose mission is to harness the economic power of consumers and businesses to create a more just and sustainable economy. More information on GBN can be found at www.greenbusinessnetwork.org and for more on the Seal of Approval, click on "Get the Seal."
More on Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs:
The Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs is located in southwestern Colorado along the San Juan Skyway scenic and historic byway. Situated on a side street in the picturesque village of Ouray, this green hotel strives to provide a wonderful experience for Ouray's visitors as well as provide an environmentally friendly lodging experience. Read more about their green commitment at their website: www.BoxCanyonOuray.com/green-initiatives/ |
Simple Ways to
Becoming a Green Guest!
The Box Canyon Lodge strives to be a very green hotel. We look for ways to reduce our carbon footprint on the planet: we use geothermal hot springs to heat water for our rooms and guest use, we have insulated our buildings, replaced windows and doors with more energy efficient materials, and changed out our commercial washers and dryers for more energy efficient models. We recycled our older materials as much as possible to minimize impact to our local landfill. We continue to work on our impact. However, there are things that guests can do to help us in our quest to be green. Here are a few suggestions to help you be a greener guest during your next hotel stay:
- Turn off the A/C or heat when not in the room. Although we have sensors that help us monitor these units, it saves even more electricity if people turn them off on their own.
- When the outside temperature is not too warm, open the windows and let the fresh air in to cool the room rather than run the A/C. Choose to operate a ceiling fan or box fan if available.
- Sleep a bit cooler in the winter. Ask for an extra blanket rather than turning up the heat.
- Turn off the electrical appliances and lights when they are not needed. Unplug any battery chargers when they are not in use. Even with nothing attached to them, they draw small amounts of electricity.
- Participate in the linen reuse program; reuse your towels and sheets rather than requesting daily changes.
- Use the recycle containers and work with the property to understand what is recyclable.
- Carry your own coffee cup and ask for that cup to be filled when moving around.
- Drink from the sink. Don't buy single use bottled water. Our Ouray water is the best. It is from the City of Ouray water supply and comes from the Weehawken Spring.
- Limit the time spent in the shower and don't let the sink water run when brushing your teeth. Water conservation is very important, even when in Ouray. Ouray is part of the vast drainage that forms the mighty Colorado River and that river provides water to very dry and very populous areas in the southwest US. No need wasting water when so many people downstream depend on it.
- Borrow our copy of the movie called "Bag It". This movie was created in Telluride, a town not too far away. It will encourage you to begin utilizing cloth bags wherever possible in your life. At the hotel, we are currently working to reduce our plastic bag use but have not completely mastered that one.
- Leave brochures, rack cards, and visitor guides in the room. We will remove them on checkout and put them in our lobby if they are in good condition so that others can use them. It saves printing and paper!
Many of these practices work at your home as well and can be applied to your conscientious lifestyle. Your wallet will thank you too!
On your next visit to Ouray, stop by the front desk and ask for a free travel mug. We are happy to give it to you for being a green hotel guest! |
The Chinese New Year Begins On February 3rd! 
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The Box Canyon Lodge and Hot Springs continually strives to be not only your favorite choice for lodging in Ouray, but also your most cherished home away from home.
It is always a distinct pleasure to serve you, and your friends and family, whenever your travels bring you to our beautiful mountains.
Thank you and best wishes,
The Staff and Management
Box Canyon Lodge and Hot Springs
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Romance Packages
You need not wait for Valentine's Day to let your partner know how special they are. Call us at 800.327.5080 and let us help you plan a romantic night away. We can ensure you have hand made chocolates, champagne or wine of your choice, or fresh flowers in your room upon arrival. If you can dream it, we can do it!
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