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Colorado Dude Ranch Vacation
Drowsy Water Ranch


A Western Vacation Second To None
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Ken and Randy Sue Fosha with family Justin, Gretta and Ryan
Drowsy Water Ranch
P.O. Box 147 KRW
1454 CR 219
Granby, CO 80446
1-800-845-2292
1-970-725-3456
Fax 970-725-3611


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HIGHLIGHTS
Famous For: Our quality horse program, children's and family programs, authentic ranch setting.
Capacity: 52 guests.
Open: June 1 - September 13, 2008.
Altitude: 8,200 feet.
Location: 7 miles west of Granby, CO and 90 miles west of Denver, CO.
Reservations: 1-800-845-2292
Rates: Adults: Single - $1,810/week, Double - $1,750/week. Family Rates (3 or more in same accommodation) Adults (18 and over) $1,735 each, Non riders deduct $345/week. Weeks after August 24 are Adults only. Discounts available early and late season
Children: (14 thru 17) $1540 each, (6 thru 13) $1350 each, (5 and under) $755 each.
Minimum Stay: Sunday to Saturday lunch, June 8 to Aug 23. 3 days from June 1 to June 7 (limited availability) and after Aug 24.
Deposit: $400 per person.
Payment: Check, cash, travelers' checks, Master Card, Visa.
Closest Airports: (DIA) Denver 100 miles, Granby 7 miles.
Transportation: Rental cars available in Denver, van service, Home James is $55 per person from DIA or ride the rails - Amtrak stops in Granby and we'll pick you up and bring you to the ranch.
Travel Agents: YES
Guest Reviews: Read reviews from travelers who have visited this ranch.

FEATURED AMENITIES
Adults Oriented
      Adult Weeks
Cattle Drives
      1 or Part Day
Children's Programs
      Baby Sitting
      Moderate - Half Day
Children's Trail Riding
      6 yrs old
Cuisine
      Gourmet
      Ranch/Western
      Vegetarian
Culinary Trained Chefs
Dude/Guest Ranches
Email Access
Fishing
      Fly Fishing
            Fish on Your Own
            Lake Fishing on Property
            Stream Fishing on Property
            Type of Fish
                  Trout
      Spin Fishing
            Equipment Available
            Lake Fishing on Property
            River Fishing on Property
Golf
      Near (within 30 miles)
Hiking
      On Your Own
Horseback Riding
Horses
      Appaloosa
      Draft
      Paint
      Quarter
Hot Springs
      Nearby (within 30 miles)
Hunting Ranches
      Big Game
            Deer
            Elk
Languages Spoken
      English
Liquor
      Bring Your Own
Mountain Biking
Non-Riding Rates
Rafting
      Nearby (within 30 miles)
Short Stays (1-4 days)
      Off Season Only
Swimming Pool
      Heated
Tennis
      Nearby (within 10 miles)
Train Service
White-Water Rafting
      Nearby (within 30 miles)
            Class I
            Class II
            Class III

LODGING
Accommodations consist of different size cozy private cabins for 2 to 9 people and a stand alone sleeping lodge with private bathrooms and suites with private bathrooms.

RECREATION
Horseback riding is the primary activity with loping or walking rides for half days and full days. Lessons are always available. Weekly cattle penning. Cattle drives for advanced riders on occcasion. Colorado River raft trip included. Evening entertainment daily such as hay rides, western dancing, carnival, and staff show. Heated pool and hot tub. Mountain bikes available. Hiking trails are plentiful. Four golf courses nearby and Rocky Mountain National Park.

FOR CHILDREN
(Buckaroos) children 5 and under are in a counseled program during regular scheduled activities. The program includes horseback rides, games and crafts. (Rangeriders) children 6 through 13 are in our instruction orientated riding program and adults are encouraged to join them at any time. Counselors have a schedule of group activities and crafts before and after riding. Older teens may have seperate rides and special activities.

FOOD/LIQUOR
All you can eat family style meals, sometimes gourmet and sometimes hearty western but always delicious. Dining room service, cook outs, a trail breakfast. Each day is different. We can accommodate vegetarian and special diets, also. Bring your own liquor.

BUSINESS/MEETINGS
Off season groups and meetings up to 20 people welcome.

MEMBERSHIPS
DRA, CDGRA, CH&LA

REGION/CUSTOMS
Rocky Mountain National Park-30 minutes away.
Winter Park Ski Area with Alpine Slide nearby.
Four golf courses close-by.
Factory outlet shopping- 1 hour away.

HISTORY/HOSTS
Drowsy Water is a historic guest ranch for over 75 years. The Fosha's have owned and operated it for 32 years. Accommodations are all remodeled and decorated in recent years. Horse program with around 100 quality trained horses provides excellent instruction and experiences.

ITINERARY
Sample weekly schedule:
Sunday- Guests arrive in afternoon. Staff introductions and orientation after supper.
Monday- Riding instruction and clinics followed by trail rides to aquaint guests with their horses. Western dance night.
Tuesday- Regular trail rides, cattle penning or river rafting trip on Colorado River. Kids hayride night.
Wednesday- Half day or full day trail rides available. Family Carnival night with games and prizes.
Thursday- Weekly breakfast trailride and family portraits. Adult hayride night and kids games and recreation at ranch.
Friday- Half day or full day trail rides or 4 wheel drive trip or guided hike. Weekly staff show and awards night.
Saturday- Adult morning trail rides and Kids horseback arena games. Guests depart after Ranch picnic lunch.
Some activities may be substituted or curtailed during different times of the season.
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