Plenty to do in Gunnison, Crested Butte Gene Davis, DDN Staff Writer Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The Gunnison-Crested Butte area offers a variety of fun activities like the Alley Loop Nordic event, in which a group of women dress up in fun costumes.

Dog sledding, a sleigh ride to a five-course meal, and gourmet cooking classes are all a part of the fun that is being offered by the Gunnison and Crested Butte area this winter.

The Gunnison-Crested Butte Tourism Association is touting the top 10 ideas for a winter getaway in the area. Although the tourism association is highlighting how the adventure and relaxation options are perfect for a girls getaway, most of the possibilities can appeal to men, too.

“The stunning scenery, fun-spirited atmosphere, amazing recreation, new spa opportunities and wealth of locally owned shops, eateries and inns combine for an outstanding experience whether you are in your 20s or your 70s,” said Jane Chaney, executive director of the Gunnison-Crested Butte Tourism Association.

The top 10 ideas for a winter getaway in Gunnison and Crested Butte include:

Ą Unleashing your inner dog-sledding fantasy: There is nothing quite like the freedom of being pulled by a team of dogs in the thick of stunning mountain terrain capped with snow. Lucky Cat Dog Farm can make this dream a reality. Visit LuckyCatDogFarm.com or call 970-641-1636 for details;

Ą Going to dinnerÉon a sleigh: What better way to go to dinner than on a horse-drawn sleigh at Lazy F Bar Ranch south of Crested Butte? Enjoy a scenic 35-minute ride to a rustic 1950s cabin overlooking the East River and indulge in a five-course meal that includes five kinds of homemade deserts. Visit LazyFBarRanch.com or call 970-641-0193;

Ą Heading to the spa or letting it come to you: The slope side Elevation Hotel and Spa in Mt. Crested Butte has reopened with a brand new 11,000-square-foot spa and fitness center. Nine treatment rooms, a full range of spa services and a full-service hair and nail salon are just some of the possibilities. Visit ElevationHotel.com or call 800-810-SNOW for more details;

Ą Going gourmand at laid-back cooking classes: After a day outdoors or at the spa, what could be a better conclusion than cooking classes? In downtown Crested Butte, Keely Murphy offers a schedule of classes for groups of eight people at her Arrangements Catering and Events Kitchen. Call 970-349-0956 or visit ArrangementsAndEvents.com.

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