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| Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau Newsletter |
March, 2012
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 Greetings!
It's hard to believe that we're already in our third month of 2012. Time certainly seems to be flying by this year. Perhaps that's because there is always something fun and exciting going on.
This month is no different! From the valley floor to the High Sierra, Madera County: California's Gateway to Yosemite has plenty to see and do. We hope to see you here exploring soon.
Sincerely,
Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau
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Hit the slopes at Badger Pass
Conditions perfect at Yosemite ski resort
Winter may have taken its time  getting here, but the ski conditions are now perfect at the iconic Badger Pass in Yosemite.
Renowned for their ski school which has helped novices learn the sport since 1928, Badger Pass is a great location for beginners just getting started or experts looking for a fun run.
You can ski for less as well. Stop by the Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau and ask about our discounted lift ticket vouchers. All you have to do is show you're staying at one of our lodging properties. |
Quady Winery to celebrate
St. Patrick's Day
Quady Winery will not only be open St. Patrick's Day Weekend but will celebrate the holiday with flair.
St. Patrick's Day has become associated with everything Irish: anything green and gold, shamrocks and luck. Quady will offer a taste of green, 'liquid gold' and Quady Shamrock shakes!
A special wine gift pack will be available at a discounted price March 17 & 18; take the Irish spirit home and continue the celebration.
Be sure to wear some green or you'll get a pinch!
The weekend's event is free of charge for groups under 10, groups over 10 please call to make an appointment.
For more information, email or call 559-673-8068.
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Events in Madera County
February fun
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Tickets available for next
Madera Wine Trail event
The Madera Vintners Association's family wineries are proud to present the Madera Wine Trail's "Meet the Winemaker Weekend" on May 12 and 13 from 10 am to 5 pm.
This is a perfect chance to show mom your appreciation and take her on the Wine Trail with you. With your ticket, you will receive a passport wine glass good for wine-tasting the entire weekend. Taste a wide variety of local wines as you visit each participating winery on the Madera Wine Trail.
The winemakers of the Madera Wine Trail will pour and discuss their handcrafted wines, offering tours and more. On this special weekend, you will also enjoy live music, local art and delicious food!
Tickets are $25 in advance online at www.MaderaWineTrail.com or at participating locations through May 11.
Tickets will be available the weekend of the event at the wineries for $35. For more information visit www.MaderaWineTrail.com or call 800-613-0709 |
Fresno Flats continues Oakhurst's centennial celebration
 As the community of Oakhurst continues with the year-long celebration of its centennial, Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park has a series of events planned highlighting the area's unique history. The latest delves into a WWII mystery.
On Friday, March 9, Fresno Flats presents Tony Krizan, popular columnist with Sierra Star Newspaper, who will speak on his second search for the lost P40 Aircraft which went missing in our Sierra Nevada Mountains near the Kings Canyon wilderness. He will share a slide story with us at Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park on School Road (Road 427). Dinner and program begin at 5:30. Admission $10.00.The public is invited to this interesting adventure evening, the first in its Centennial series of informative and entertaining programs. For more information, call 559-683-6570. |
Save the Date:
Sierra Art Trails
The Sierra Art Trails annual Open Studio Tour celebrates its 10th Anniversary October 5 through 7 from 10 am to 6 pm each day. Learn more at www.sierraarttrails.org.
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Stay and Play for Less in Madera County
Businesses offer discounts and other travel incentives Check out these great travel incentives, packages and fun things to do directly from our Partners in Tourism!
Bass Lake vacation special compliments of Century 21 Ditton Realty
 Happy Easter from Century 21 Ditton Realty Vacation Rentals in Bass Lake!! Hop on up to Bass Lake for Easter Break! Stay a few days or stay a WEEK! Take advantage of our Spring Specials and cozy up in a mountain cabin or spoil your family in a luxury home. Call 886-914-3888 or visit www.BassLakeVacations.com
Blue Heron celebrates St. Patrick's Day
You don't have to be Irish to join the Blue Heron in Yosemite Lakes Park for our St. Patrick's Day celebration on Saturday, March 17th. But if you like Corned Beef, Cabbage and Beer you'll have a good time at the Clubhouse from 5 to 8 pm. We are offering a Corned Beef and Cabbage Buffet, green Beer and, of course, our regular menu. New this year is live Celtic music from the Gaelic String Band. To accommodate dancing we will move the party into the Fireside Room. Please make sure you call ahead to let us know you are coming so we can order enough food. This is going to be a very casual event. Come in, find a table, order with your server from our regular menu or eat from the buffet. Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Feast on fish at Ducey's Bar and Grill Ducey's Bar and Grill at The Pines Resort on Bass Lake is offering a $10 All-you-can-eat Fish Fry each Friday until April 6 (through Lent). Enjoy lunch or dinner with servings starting at 11 am and running until 8 pm. On St. Patrick's Day, enjoy $10 corned beef and cabbage from 11 am until 8 pm. Also celebrate with $2 green Bud Light, $3 Jameson shots, and $3 Guinness Pints. Call 559-642-3131 for more information.
ECCO hosts Opera event 
Evergreen Conference Center Oakhurst is pleased to announce the 17th annual Opera at Oakhurst from April 12 to 16. The featured speaker will be Dr. Simon Williams from University California at Santa Barbara. The program theme will be Grand Opera - the development and growth of Grand Opera. The program examines the exotic locations and colorful historical eras. Operas reviewed include Rossini's Guillaume Tell, Meyerbeer's Les Huguenots as well as the works of Verdi, Wagner, and Donizetti. Program attendees learn how contemporary theatre has responded to the challenge offered by the profoundly-moving magnificence of Grand Opera. Reservations and more information are available at the website www.ECCOyosemite.org or by calling 559-683-8162. Participants have the options of staying at Evergreen Conference Center Oakhurst(ECCO) or participating as a commuter (with meals and program fees included in commuter pricing). Housing is arranged independently.
Hampton Inn deal will put a spring in your step 
Spring into spring at Hampton Inn & Suites in Madera, in one of our Jacuzzi Suites, with a bottle of wine, chocolates, and breakfast in room, for only $159.00 a night, or in a Jr. Suite, with a bottle of wine, chocolates, and breakfast in room, for only $139.00 a night. From March 5th to April 2,2012. Just ask for the Spring Special when you call. Must call in for reservation. 559-661-0910 Madera Valley Inn offers great deal Stay at the Madera Valley Inn in Madera, located between not just Yosemite National Park but Sequoia National Park as well for 2 nights with a guest for only $89 for this $178 value and enjoy a 50% discount. Click to book online. Mono Museum Hosts Bunco Night The Sierra Mono Indian Museum in North Fork hosts a special Bunco Night, with proceeds helping to raise funds for the annual North Fork Indian Fair Days and Pow Wow in August. The Bunco night is Saturday, March 10 at the North Fork Community Center. Doors open at 5 pm with the dice rolling at 6. There will be great food and prizes, and it only costs $5 to enter. For more information you can email, or call 559-877-2115.
Paradise Springs hosts Bridal Show Paradise Springs, located north of Oakhurst, hosts their semi-annual Bridal Show April 22 from 12 - 4 pm. Guests can tour Paradise Springs, meet various wedding vendors such as caterers, florists, photographers, wedding cake bakers and more. PLus special cabin rates are available the night of the show. Email for more information, or visit www.ParadiseSpringsMountain.com.
The Pines Resort offers Bed and Breakfast Package 
The Pines Resort on Bass Lake is offering a bed and breakfast package where all chalets are only $99 throughout the entire month of March. That includes $20 towards breakfast at Ducey's On The Lake. Call 1-800-350-7463 to book.
Sierra Telephone hosts Showcase of Schools
Sierra Telephone is once again hosting its Showcase of Schools on March 8 from 4 to 7 pm at the Oakhurst Elementary School's new multipurpose room. There will be tri-tip sandwiches, hamburgers and more sold by Yosemite High School FFA. The event will also include prizes, performances by students and more. For more information, call 559-642-0313. Pines Resort offers great discounts for Valentine's Day 
Enjoy a stay at The Pines Resort at Bass Lake this Valentine's Day, and save as much as 35% for a one-night visit. Stay a night in a Chalet February 10 or 11 for only $109. Book the two nights together for only $178. Rates are even more affordable February 12 through 14. Add a special romantic touch, including champagne, roses, chocolates and more. Call 1-800-350-7463 for more information.
Oakhurst bed and breakfast has big discount  The popular Vulture's View Bed and Breakfast in Oakhurst is pulling out all the stops this month. Throughout March, stay at the scenic inn for 2 nights, and enjoy a third night for free. Email or call 559-683-8470 to book your romantic getaway today. Historic Railroad gets ready to start season  Get ready to ride the rails, because the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad kicks off their 2012 season March 17. The Jenny Railcars start rolling out that Saturday. The Thornberry Museum also opens, as well as their extensive gift shop and gold-panning operation. (Gold panning contingent on weather). Then in April the big guys come out, engines 10 and 15, nearly century-old Shay locomotives. You can buy your ticket online, at www.YosemiteSteamTrains.com. Yosemite South KOA announces Spring Fling 
Yosemite South KOA is hosting their first-ever Spring Fling April 28 and 29. The event features live music, vendors and a car show. The fling runs from 9:30 am to 5 pm Saturday and 9:30 am to 4 pm Sunday. Half of all proceeds go to Kids Care Camps.
Zephyr Whitewater Rafting season nears 
The popular whitewater rafting trips in Yosemite led by Zephyr Whitewater will resume April 7. From then until the season closes, Zephyr will host both full and half-day tours down the Merced River. Visit www.zrafting.com to learn more.
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Sincerely,
Jarrod Lyman
Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau |
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