Event Instructions

Rocky Mountain Ranch Dance is just around the corner…and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you!

Congratulations!  You are registered for the Rocky Mountain Ranch Dance, Friday, Jan 17-Monday, Jan 20, 2020.  You may arrive any time after 3:00 p.m. Friday.  Dinner is at 6:15.  The dance starts at 7:30.  We end with lunch on Monday, Jan 20.  In between there will be plenty of live music, dancing, workshops, and food. The weekend is at the Adventure Unlimited camp near Buena Vista, Colorado.  See map below.
Rides—To get a ride or give a ride, let us know at the email address below.  In particular we need to give our national band and caller—3 people total—rides to DIA leaving the dance around noon on Monday.

Arrival—It’s easiest to arrive before dark!  First park temporarily just outside Valerie Lodge.  Signs and people will direct you.  Come inside Valerie Lodge for your room assignment, a map of the camp, and schedule of events.
Weather & roads–the Colorado Dept of Transportation (CDOT) says roads and passes to the camp are almost always open even when there is snow.  The camp will clear its own roads.
Snacks—you signed up to bring snacks when you registered for the dance.  Be sure to bring them!  If you don’t recall what you signed up for, use the email address below.

Raffle–Declutter your home, clean your closet of gently-used dance clothes and shoes.  Suggestions are arts & crafts, gift baskets (especially chocolate), musical instruments, or ridiculous gifts you have received.  The raffle is a great money-maker for the future of the dance, and it depends upon your stuff!  And, where else can you get the treasure-of-the-century for the price of a raffle ticket.
Bring a little cash—onsite, you’ll want to buy raffle tickets and maybe a pound or two of fabulous coffee from the local Buena Vista Roastery.
“Worker bee” activities–Everyone can expect to sign up for a 1-hour “give back to the community” activity. (Or you can buy your way out with $25 cash.)  The great news is that we will NOT be washing dishes!  (We have paid help.)
Bedding & Towels–Bring your own bedding and towels unless you signed up for them when you registered.  Don’t forget your toiletries. 
Clothes and gear—bring winter coat and boots, indoor shoes for the dining area, outdoor winter sports equipment if you’re so inclined.

Connectivity–The camp can have limited connectivity for phones and computers.
Sorry, no pets or intoxicants.
We need to hear from you–Please respond back to this email so we know that we’re communicating with you!
Photos–Keep in mind that we’d love to get photos you’d like to share with us for our website.  We will remind you–but in the meantime you can make a note that we will be accepting photos at info@rockymountainranchdance.com.
Any questions or concerns– carol@carolfey.com, cell or text 303-795-2679.  
 

Rocky Mountain Ranch Dance Schedule (Tentative)

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17

 

VALERIE LODGE

 

3:00-7:00

Check-in

 

6:15

DINNER

 

7:30-9:00

Evening Dance: Scott and Fifth Reel

 

9:00-9:15

DESSERT BREAK

 

9:15-10:45

Evening Dance: Wendy and Debbie & Brad

 

11:00-12:00

 

 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18

 

VALERIE LODGE

ASPEN GROVE

7:30-9:30

Continental Breakfast

 

8:15-9:00

HOT BREAKFAST BUFFET

 

9:30-10:30

Couples Dancing: Fifth Reel

 

10:45-12:00

Contras: Scott and Debbie & Brad

 

12:15

LUNCH

 

1:30-2:30

Waltz Workshop: Bob and Debbie & Brad

 

2:45-4:00

English Country Dance: Wendy and Fifth Reel

Caller’s Workshop: Scott

4:15-5:15

Cowboy Dancing: Two-Step, Cha Cha: Lee and Connie

Musicians workshop: Debbie & Brad

5:30-6:15

Concert: Fifth Reel

 

6:15

DINNER

 

7:30-9:00

Evening Dance: Wendy and Fifth Reel

 

9:00-9:15

DESSERT BREAK

 

9:15-10:45

Evening Dance: Scott and Debbie & Brad

 

11:00-12:00

 

 

SUNDAY, JANUARY 19

 

VALERIE LODGE

ASPEN GROVE

7:30-9:30

Continental Breakfast

 

8:15-9:00

HOT BREAKFAST BUFFET

 

9:30-10:30

Couples Dancing: Debbie & Brad

“Stories of Old” (stories behind some of the tunes we dance to): Ron and Fifth Reel (to 9:45)

10:45-12:00

International Folk Dance: Ron, Lani, and Fifth Reel

 

12:15

LUNCH

 

1:00-1:30

Open Mic Band Set-Up and Sound Check

 

1:45-2:45

Open Mic Contra – Ron (MC)

 

3:00-4:00

Clogging Workshop – Wendy

 

4:15-5:15

English Country Dance: Scott and Debbie & Brad

 

5:30-6:15

Concert: Debbie & Brad

 

 

6:15

DINNER

 

7:15-7:45

Live Auction

 

7:30-9:00

Evening Dance: Wendy and Debbie & Brad

 

9:00-9:15

DESSERT BREAK

 

9:15-10:45

Evening Dance: Scott and Fifth Ree

 

11:00-12:00

 

 

MONDAY, JANUARY 20

 

VALERIE LODGE

 

7:30-9:30

Continental Breakfast

 

8:15-9:00

HOT BREAKFAST BUFFET

 

9:30-10:30

Couples Dancing

Debbie & Brad/Fifth Reel

 

10:45-12:00

Farewell Dance

Wendy and Scott

Debbie & Brad/Fifth Reel

 

12:15

LUNCH

 

1:30-2:30

Safe Travels!