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Kids love Vail, Colorado in the summer. Gondola rides, outdoor hikes, dino digs, horseback riding, indoor ice skating, movie theaters and mountaintop laser tag are just a few of the adventure waiting for your kids at Vail Resort this summer.
2009 SUMMER SEASON
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Dino Dig
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Children will love this interactive learning experience.
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Little ones, age 4 years and up, dig through sand to uncover dinosaur bones and learn about these prehistoric creatures through an educational display
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Digging "tools" and a map are provided.
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Cost: $3 per child for a half-hour session
Disc Golf
Lawn Sports
Guided Nature Hikes
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Take off on a guided nature hike on Vail Mountain and learn about the flora and fauna from our guides.
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Daily hikes are offered through a cooperative program with the Gore Range Natural Science School and Vail Resorts.
Rebound Trampoline
Discovery Center
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Located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola, the Discovery Center introduces you to the environment through fun, interactive displays and guided nature hikes.
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Open daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information call 970-754-4675
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Skatepark
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Throw down at Vail Skatepark, located atop the LionsHead parking structure in Vail. Do your own thing or elevate your skills in one of our Skateboard Clinics, led by trained, professional skateboard instructors. Helmets required.
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Call (970) 479-2271 for more information.
Imagination Station
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If your child is at least 3-years-old and potty trained, they're welcome to spend up to three engaging hours at Imagination Station. Our friendly staff will guide your child through a variety of entertaining and educational activities based on their specific interests. Conveniently located in the loft above Subway in LionsHead.
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$10/child/hour for a maximum of three hours. Registration required for drop-off only. To register or for more information, please contact the Vail Recreation District's Youth Services department at (970) 479-2292.
Nature Center
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In the heart of Vail, nestled along the banks of Gore Creek, you'll find a seven-acre expanse of forest, meadow and stream. This peaceful, enchanting place is the Vail Nature Center, a favorite of locals and visitors alike. A wide variety of educational and fun programs are offered here, both within the Nature Center and extending out into the wild mountain country that surrounds it.
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Vail Nature Center is easily accessible, located just across Gore Creek, opposite the Betty Ford Alpine Garden and Ford Amphitheater. Drop in on an educational program, or just spend some time with the birds and wildflowers that brighten up Vail throughout the summer.
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For information and directions, call (970) 479-2291 or send an e-mail to nature@vailrec.com.
Ford Park and The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
Dobson Ice Arena
Piney Lake
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Pony Rides & Horseback riding (30minutes to full day)
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Canoe $20/hour - 2adults/2 kids
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Lunch by the lake or bring a picnic
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Wednesday Nights enjoy an old time Western Show & Dinner
4 Eagle Ranch - Western Family Night
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Offered Wednesday evenings throughout July and August from 5-9pm
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BBQ Buffet Dinner
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Live musical entertainment
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Horse drawn hay wagon rides
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Browse in our 4 Eagle Trading Company
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Gorsuch fly fishing casting clinic
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Steerhead roping
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Horseshoes & volleyball
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Cottonwood Hollow playground for kids
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Watch the sun set, and enjoy our animals
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Campfire & marshmallows
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Half Hour Trail Rides (extra charge)
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Pony Rides (extra charge)
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Reservations are not necessary
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For availability and information, call 970.926.3372
Camp Vail
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