Fall Travel Specials Await in the Mountains of Colorado

(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 17, 2011 ) ESTES PARK, CO -- Travelers looking for value vacations near Rocky Mountain National Park will find a wealth of activities, a variety of accommodations, friendly service, and seasonal specials at the YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch.

This fall as Aspen leaves turn shades of gold and elk begin bugling, both properties will be offering a stay two nights get the third free Autumn in the Rockies special. This special starts August 14th at Snow Mountain Ranch and October 1st at Estes Park Center, and will run until November 30th, excluding the Labor Day and Thanksgiving holidays. The Autumn in the Rockies lodging special is valid for up to two free nights in yurts, cabins and hotel-style lodge accommodations.

While here, guests are invited to participate in seasonal activities such as nature hikes, camp fires and sÂ’mores, basket weaving and leather working classes, history tours, and star gazing at the portable star lab. Weekly program bulletins announce special activities and hours for facilities including the swimming pool, arts and craft center, archery range, library, and climbing wall.

Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch are resort-style vacation centers operated by YMCA of the Rockies. Estes Park Center, surrounded on three sides by Rocky Mountain National Park, is an 870 acre property with an energetic atmosphere that works well with families and large groups. Snow Mountain Ranch, a 5,100 acre property nestled in the mountains near Winter Park,CO is perfect for travelers preferring an escape from the stress and technology of daily life. Available accommodations include LEED certified lodge rooms, 2-4 bedroom cabins, 3-5 bedroom vacation homes, larger family reunion style cabins, and a newly expanded yurt village. YMCA of the Rockies has helped guests, groups, and families share memorable events and vacations for over 100 years.

For more information about Estes Park Center or Snow Mountain Ranch visit www.ymcarockies.org or contact Laura Field at lfield@ymcarockies.org. For reservations call 800-422-3515 or email info@ymcarockies.org.

YMCA of the Rockies
CONTACT: Laura Field
PHONE: 970-586-4444 x6062
EMAIL: info@ymcarockies.org
WEB: www.ymcarockies.org

YMCA of the Rockies
Amy Shadell
970-568-7423
Amy@adventuremedianews.com