Free for All - New Promotion Through the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association Markets Dozens of No-Cost Vacation Activities
The mountain resort town of Glenwood Springs, Colorado has created a brand new promotion, called Free for All, that highlights the ability for visitors to participate in dozens of outdoor activities without having to pay a fee. Vacations and getaways are always about time and money. This summer the value of a trip to the mountains is more inclusive than ever with lodging starting at $89/night.
Glenwood Springs, CO (PRWEB) May 24, 2009 -- Summer in the mountains is action-packed, and this is especially true in Glenwood Springs with many offerings for adventure, music and history, at absolutely no cost. Given the fact that travelers are looking for low-cost alternatives this summer, the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association is featuring all the free things there are to do in their mountain resort town. The promotion is called Free for All. With two rivers (the Roaring Fork and the famous Colorado), Summer of Jazz free concerts, and 130 years of Western heritage - natural resources are combined with unique man-made attractions and amenities providing a variety of options. "With a great deal on lodging and so many activities that don't cost a thing, you really can have a free for all here," says Kate Collins, VP of Tourism Marketing for the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association.
Hanging Lake in Glenwood Springs
Free For All Choices, Daily and Weekly This Summer
There are plenty of things to do in Glenwood Springs this summer that cost absolutely nothing. Hike to Hanging Lake in the White River National Forest. Bicycle through Glenwood Canyon on the 16 mile long bike trail along the river, or pedal the Rio Grande trail 40 miles to Woody Creek and Aspen. Float down the Colorado River on an inner tube. Bring your kayak and paddle the G-wave at the Glenwood Whitewater Park. Fly- fish on the Roaring Fork River. Watch the wildlife from the Glenwood Canyon Recreation Trail or feed the trout at the Mitchell Creek fish hatchery. Visit Doc Holliday's memorial in the historic Linwood Cemetery or take a self-guided walking history tour. Sample regional produce and listen to music at the Downtown Market on Tuesdays. Dance under the stars at the Summer of Jazz concerts on Wednesday. Watch movies outdoors on a blanket at Friday Night Flicks in August.
Scheduled Events That Always Draw A Crowd
May 30-31, watch the US Freestyle Kayak Team Trials competition at the Glenwood Whitewater Park. June 12, enjoy free train rides from Glenwood Springs to Dotsero as Operation Lifesaver teaches train safety for drivers, pedestrians and bikers. June 13-14, car buffs can admire vintage vehicles at the MG Rallye, an annual event. June 19-21, celebrate Colorado's oldest festival at the annual Strawberry Days event that includes a parade, a juried craft show, free strawberries and ice cream, and live music. July 4, observe the fireworks from a seat in the park at the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Colorado Rivers. Return August 1-2 for the Downtown Classic Car Show. August 15-16, meet the Hotel Colorado Polo Team at the Devereux Cup polo matches.
Glenwood Springs is an easy and breathtaking 165-mile drive through the majestic Rocky Mountains from Denver, and there are accommodations that fit all budgets. Once in town, there are free hybrid buses to take guests from one end of Glenwood Springs to the other. The daily choices of free activities and adventures will create memories for visitors of any age or ability, a tradition started at the turn of the 19th century that still compels travelers today.
For more information about the Free For All promotion in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, call 970-945-6589 or go to http://www.glenwoodchamber.com/General-VP/Free-for-All.html. For lodging reservations, call 888 4 GLENWOOD (888-445-3696).
About Glenwood Springs, Colorado:
For more information about Glenwood Springs, Colorado, call 970-945-6589 or go to www.visitglenwood.com. For lodging reservations, call 888 4 GLENWOOD (888-445-3696). A complete press kit and press releases are available at www.glenwoodchamber.com/General-VP/Media-Center.html. Access to downloadable photos are also available upon request. Glenwood Springs is located between Aspen and Vail, 165 miles west of Denver or 90 miles east of Grand Junction on Interstate 70 off exit 116.
Media Contacts:
Kate Collins, Vice President of Tourism Marketing
Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
970-945-6589 ext. 105
kate (at) glenwoodchamber (dot) com
or
Vicky Nash, Public Relations Representative
Resort Trends, Inc. - Tourism & Resort Communications
970-948-4923
vicky (at) resorttrends (dot) com
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