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Dude Rancher's Association Vacation Raffle
 Win a 6-night stay for two people at the Vee Bar Guest Ranch. Tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100. Proceeds benefit the DRA Educational Trust. "The purpose of the Educational Trust is to protect and preserve the history of Dude Ranching by maintaining a museum and archives for educating the public on the historical nature of the dude ranching industry. Additionally, The Educational Trust helps to educate persons wishing to pursue employment or careers in the dude ranch industry" (Dude Rancher's Association). How it works:50 tickets have been distributed to 101 DRA Ranch Members to be sold between now and December 1, 2009. A ticket will be drawn and the winner will be awarded a week stay for two at the ranch where their ticket was purchased. The vacation must be used during the summer of 2010. In addition, the Vee Bar is holding it's own "mini-drawing." Out of the 50 tickets that the Vee Bar sells, a drawing will be held and the winner will receive a free summer Saturday night B&B stay for two to be used between June and August 2010. Call or e-mail to purchase tickets. Tickets sold on a first come, first serve basis so don't wait! |
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Change of Address!
Our physical location is not changing, but our address is!! Our new address is:
Vee Bar Guest Ranch
38 Vee Bar Ranch Road
Laramie, WY 82070
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Poisonous Weed Update
Most of you may recall, last summer we had an issue with poisonous weeds. By the time we learned which weeds were most likely to affect our horses, it was too late in the season to spray them. We have it narrowed down to a variation of Death Camus and Wild Lupine. Although we have some Water Hemlock on the property, it is very rare for a horse to eat this. An alkaloid test also indicated that something other than Water Hemlock affected the horses. This summer we were on the lookout and no horses were affected. After discussing options with the local Weed & Pest office, Kari began the tedious task of spraying Death Camus. Unfortunately, the weeds spanned a large amount of acreage and the ideal time to spray is not very long. Time began to run out. Except for a few isolated patches, the majority of the weeds have been sprayed. A much smaller population will grow next year, and after those are sprayed we should have almost none left. This all sounds good in theory, but it takes neighboring ranchers help to manage a weed problem. If they grow on one property without being controlled, they are sure to spread.
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Greetings!
Our summer is flying by! The season started out with rain and cool weather. July has been warm. We are a little over half way through our guest ranch season--therefore, we are already thinking about fall. We have some very special deals in this newsletter and hope that you can take advantage of them! Keep in touch and until next time, happy trails!
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Upcoming Events
 Our B&B season will begin August 29, 2009. If you have not made your fall reservations, now is the time. In addition, we are taking reservations for our weekend restaurant-style dinners. Beginning August 29, 2009 we will be serving menu-style dinners on Friday and Saturday nights. A cocktail hour precedes dinner. Group reservations of up to 45 people are accepted on weekends and other nights of the week.
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Labor Day Weekend Picnic
 Make your reservations now!
Come for an afternoon of fun and a barbeque
Labor Day Weekend. We'd love you to join
us for some fun and great food. **BBQ and activities will be reserved for guests renting
a cabin**
Sunday, September 6, 2009
1:30 horseback ride
5:00 wagon ride with team Waylon &
Goliath
6:00 BBQ on the island (near the main lodge)
Serving:
burgers, brats, baked beans, veggies, and dessert
CALL
FOR PRICES and AVAILABILITY 1-800-483-3227
~~Reservations Required~~
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2010 Summer Specials
Get a jump on your vacation!
 Now is your chance. If you make a reservation for the summer of 2010 by August 29, 2009 you will receive the 2009 rates and the discounts we are advertising now! That means 25% off for couples and groups of 4 or less. Also, as advertised on our website: for the first time ever, we are offering an irresistible discount to all guests! Book a 3 or 6-night stay during our guest ranch season (June -August 2009 or 2010) and the first two people stay at regular price while each additional person per cabin gets 50% off! Kids 5 and under stay free! We look forward to hearing from you soon! The discounts don't get any better!
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To our guests, friends, staff, and family THANK YOU! We appreciate your business, your help, your support, and your sincerity. Happy trails!
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Sincerely,
The Vee Bar Family
Vee Bar Guest Ranch
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