Tuesday, May 5, 2009

“Welcome!” to North Fork Ranch & Fishing Lodge!

“Home” of the newest addition to the Colorado Orvis Endorsed Lodge Program. Our diverse program, intimate size and personal attention set us apart from being just a fishing lodge. Settle in, you’ll quickly realize there is a magic here, a place that feels as good as home.

Only footsteps off the back porch rests 2.5 miles of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s favorite fishing, the North Fork of the South Platte River. Teeming with an amazing abundance of Rainbow, Brown, Cutbow, Snake River Cutthroat and Brook Trout, whether out for the first time or a seasoned angler, you are in for an experience of a lifetime. Orvis guides offer fly fishing instruction in addition to half and full day guided trips. Conveniently located 50 miles southwest of Denver with transfers available. While others are still traveling, you’ll be wetting a line in the Colorado Rocky Mountains breathing in the fresh, mountain air.

If fishing is your passion, our combination is the perfect fit. Join Kevin Gregory; the ranches personal fly fishing guide with over 20 years of experience. His easy personality and contagious laugh will complete your day of fishing. Whether you choose the warmth of the summer with clear blue skies, our spectacular fall with crisp, clear air, or a winter wonderland, you will enjoy this jewel of a property.

North Fork Ranch offers something to please every interest. Our summer “Dude Ranch” package provides activities for families of all ages. Join us in the corral and meet one of our terrific horses that is sure to take care of you whether you choose a full day, lunch, brunch, bushwhacking or loping ride. So many other options to fill your days such as: whitewater rafting, hiking in spectacular alpine meadows, bow & arrow, and target shooting. After a busy day, refresh in our heated pool or hot tubs along side the river and let’s not forget to enjoy a therapeutic massage. The aroma of bread baking and cookies straight from the oven will certainly entice your appetite. Guests boast about our dining with a gourmet flare! Your day is not finished when the sun goes down; enjoy fun filled evenings with campfire & cowboy ballads, hayride, square dance, & an authentic Mountain Man! So many options; don’t forget to sit back, relax and rejuvenate on your front porch counting stars or enjoy a glass of wine in front of a crackling fire in your cozy cabin. You too have discovered a secret hideaway.

With Great pride, we welcome you into our home. The May’s, Dean, Karen and their children, Hayley & Tyler, have been your hosts since 1985. We enjoy getting to know each and every one of our guests. Hospitality is our passion, whether you spend a day or a week, you will quickly absorb that comfortable feeling. You will arrive as our guest and depart as our friend.

From all of us, it is our pleasure to extend an invitation to join us where time is measured by clear blue skies, the arc of the sun, and shimmering shadows on the river mountain sides.

Article in Orvis Sporting Traditions Newspaper, Volume XLII Number 1, January/February 2009 Issue, pg. 14

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