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Blazing Adventures Activity Center |
| 555 Durant Street (In Gondola Plaza), Aspen |
| 48 Upper Village Mall, Snowmass Village |
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(800) 282-RAFT (7238)
(970) 923-4544
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| Concierge Guide Vacation Planner |
| Children & Families : Recreation for Children |
One stop shopping for the Valley’s most popular activities. Whitewater Rafting; Inflatable Kayaks; Downhill/Single-track Bicycle Tours; Backcountry Jeep/Scenic Tours; Hikes;Mountain Sunset Dinners; Flyfishing; Ballooning; Horseback Riding and more. New for 2010, ask about our pirate themed raft trip for kids and families! Professionally guided tours offered daily. The largest selection of raft and outdoor adventures catering to all levels. Outstanding guides (winners of the Stars of the Summer Season Guest Service Award 2007/2009- Aspen Chamber, TOSV) and fully catered meal options. Bundle activities and save $$. The Valley’s original rafting company since 1973. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall. (970) 923-4544 or (800) 282-RAFT (7238), www.blazingadventures.com
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| Dining & Entertainment : Dining - Snowmass Village |
Join them for a "Sunset Dinner", at the secluded Burlingame cabin. As the sun sets over the towering pines, you will be served a hearty Colorado-style dinner. Finish with s'mores and live music around a roaring camp fire. Blazing Adventures Activity Center offers hourly, half/full-day adventures – from blissfully peaceful to sensationally exciting. Whitewater Rafting - Inflatable Kayaks - Downhill Bicycle Tours & Single-track Mountain Biking - Backcountry Jeep Excursions - Sightseeing/Historical Tours - Hikes - Mountain Dinners - Flyfishing - Ballooning - Horseback Riding - Rock Climbing - Kayaking - Whitewater Sledging and more. Professionally guided tours offered daily. All activities are permitted by the U.S.F.S. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall.
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| Recreational Activities : Bicycle Tours |
One stop shopping for the Valley’s most popular activities. Whitewater Rafting ▪ Inflatable Kayaks ▪ Downhill/Single-track Bicycle Tours ▪ Backcountry Jeep/Scenic Tours ▪ Hikes ▪Mountain Sunset Dinners ▪ Flyfishing ▪ Ballooning ▪ Horseback Riding and more. Professionally guided tours offered daily. The largest selection of raft and outdoor adventures catering to all levels. Outstanding guides (winners of the Stars of the Summer Season Guest Service Award 2007/2009- Aspen Chamber, TOSV) and fully catered meal options. Bundle activities and save $$. The Valley’s original rafting company since 1973. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall. (970) 923-4544 or (800) 282-RAFT (7238), www.blazingadventures.com
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| Recreational Activities : Hiking |
Immerse yourself in nature as you explore the High Country's breathtaking beauty. Their experienced guides will introduce you to the diverse flora and fauna, geological background, and rich history of the Aspen area during your hike. Blazing Adventures Activity Center offers hourly, half/full-day adventures – from blissfully peaceful to sensationally exciting. Whitewater Rafting - Inflatable Kayaks - Downhill Bicycle Tours & Single-track Mountain Biking - Backcountry Jeep Excursions - Sightseeing/Historical Tours - Hikes - Mountain Dinners - Flyfishing - Ballooning - Horseback Riding - Rock Climbing - Kayaking - Whitewater Sledging and more. Professionally guided tours offered daily. All activities are permitted by the U.S.F.S. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall.
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| Recreational Activities : Jeep Tours |
Sit back and experience a jeep tour into our stunningly beautiful mountains. Travel where few people go in rugged yet comfortable off-road vehicles. Enjoy the aromatic forests of aspen and pine as we climb to wildflower-carpeted high alpine meadows. Blazing Adventures Activity Center offers hourly, half/full-day adventures – from blissfully peaceful to sensationally exciting. Whitewater Rafting - Inflatable Kayaks - Downhill Bicycle Tours & Single-track Mountain Biking - Backcountry Jeep Excursions - Sightseeing/Historical Tours - Hikes - Mountain Dinners - Flyfishing - Ballooning - Horseback Riding - Rock Climbing - Kayaking - Whitewater Sledging and more. Professionally guided tours offered daily. All activities are permitted by the U.S.F.S. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall.
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| Recreational Activities : Rafting |
One stop shopping for the Valley's most popular activities. Whitewater Rafting, Inflatable Kayaks, Downhill / Single - track Bicycle Tours, Backcountry Jeep / Scenic Tours, Hiking, Mountain Sunset Dinners, Flyfishing, Hot Air Ballooning, Horseback Riding and more. Professionally guided tours offered daily. The largest selection of raft and outdoor adventures catering to all levels. Outstanding guides (winners of the Stars of the Summer Season Guest Service Award 2007/2009- Aspen Chamber, TOSV) and fully catered meal options. Bundle activities and save $$. The Valley's original rafting company since 1973. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall. (970) 923-4544 or (800) 282-RAFT (7238), www.blazingadventures.com
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| Recreational Activities : Scenic Tours |
Join Blazing Adventures for a "Scenic and Historic Tour" and discover some of the most picturesque places in this valley from the comfort of your seat. Their experienced guides will introduce you to the diverse flora and fauna, geological background, and rich history of the Aspen area during your sightseeing tour. Blazing Adventures Activity Center offers hourly, half/full-day adventures – from blissfully peaceful to sensationally exciting. Whitewater Rafting - Inflatable Kayaks - Downhill Bicycle Tours & Single-track Mountain Biking - Backcountry Jeep Excursions - Sightseeing/Historical Tours - Hikes - Mountain Dinners - Flyfishing - Ballooning - Horseback Riding - Rock Climbing - Kayaking - White water Sledging and more. Professionally guided tours offered daily. All activities are permitted by the U.S.F.S. Located at the base of the gondola in Aspen and on the Snowmass Village Mall.
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| Group Planner Information |
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| Winter Activities |
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Children's Programs |
Capacity 30 |
| Your kids will be introduced to something fun and educational. Options include: tracking animals via snow shoes in the moonlight, meeting the Snowmass Krabloonik dogsled team or learning about the local mining history from within deep dark tunnels. Blazing Adventures organizes several fun programs designed to both entertain and educate children age 7 and up. Examples: Race the Iditarod and On Mountain Dinner, Wildlife Watching, Modern Miners, Kid’s Cooking School.
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Cross Country & Backcountry Skiing |
Capacity 30 |
| Cross Country Skiing:
Blazing Adventures organizes half and ¾ day nature and technique based cross-country skiing tours. Also available is the Ashcroft tour with lunch at Pine Creek Cookhouse. Enjoy learning the basics of cross-country skiing with highly qualified ski instructors. Learn the graceful technique of the “kick and glide” on beautiful, groomed trails. With these newly acquired skills you will appreciate the beauty of winter as never before. Tour includes ski equipment, lesson, snack or lunch, trail ticket, and transportation.
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Historic & Cultural Tours |
Capacity 60 |
| Blazing Adventures offer a number of Scenic, Historic and Cultural tours tailored specifically to the needs of your group. The scenic historic tour is a popular choice for many. You can find out what makes Aspen what it is today by learning about its past. From the comfort of a Blazing Adventures vehicle you will visit various scenic spots for photo opportunities and to learn about the town’s exciting history. There will be frequent stops and the option for short walks on the tour. Trip choices include: viewing lower Independence Pass, an architectural look at the beautiful West End Victorian homes, visiting the historic buildings and original ski lifts, seeing the mining ghost town of Ashcroft, and the expansive views from Red Mountain. Gallery tours are also available. Did you know that Aspen boasts over 30 art galleries in a town of only 7,000 people? The choice of galleries will depend on the groups taste and special exhibits that may be showing. Minimum of 10 people per tour.
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Snowshoe Tours |
Capacity 16 |
| Just a peaceful hike in the woods, except that we enjoy it in the snow. Join our guides for a snowshoe nature tour. You will learn the fundamentals of snow shoeing as you visit a scenic nature trail to learn about the natural environment with a professional guide. Great for all fitness levels and ages. Your tour includes snowshoes, poles, hot cocoa, snack and transportation. Half and 3/4 day snowshoe nature tours are available. |
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Team Building & Competitive Events |
Capacity 50 |
| Let Blazing Adventures plan your team event. With over 30 years of event planning experience, you can be confident that your event will be a success. A variety of team activities are available depending on the specific requirements of the group. Examples of such events include Snow Olympics, Snow Shoe Scavenger Hunt, Indoor Pool Races/ Ducky Challenges or a Shopping Gallery Scavenger Hunt. We can turn any one of our regular tours into a team building event! Contact us for a proposal. A minimum of 10 people per tour.
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| Summer Activities |
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Bicycle Tours |
Capacity 30 |
| Get a feel for the majestic mountains while you participate in a Blazing Pedals Bike Tour. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides lead half and full day trips on downhill and single track adventures. Gain more technical knowledge while surrounded by mountain views or relax as you coast on a downhill scenic ride.
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Children's Programs |
Capacity 36 |
| Your kids will be introduced to something fun and educational. Options include: tracking animals via snow shoes in the moonlight, meeting the Snowmass Krabloonik dogsled team or learning about the local mining history from within deep dark tunnels. Blazing Adventures organizes several fun programs designed to both entertain and educate children age 7 and up. Examples: Race the Iditarod and On Mountain Dinner, Wildlife Watching, Modern Miners, Kid’s Cooking School.
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Hiking |
Capacity 130 |
| Summer Wilderness Hikes: Immerse yourself in nature as you explore the High Country's breathtaking beauty. Our experienced guides will introduce you to the diverse flora and fauna, geological background and rich history of the Aspen area during your Blazing Trails Wilderness Hikes. Each hiking trail can accommodate 10 to 15 people per tour. Blazing Adventures offer options for every type of hiker from novice to expert with varying gains in elevation.
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Historic & Cultural Tours |
Capacity 60 |
| Blazing Adventures offer a number of Scenic, Historic and Cultural tours tailored specifically to the needs of your group. The scenic historic tour is a popular choice for many. You can find out what makes Aspen what it is today by learning about its past. From the comfort of a Blazing Adventures vehicle you will visit various scenic spots for photo opportunities and to learn about the town’s exciting history. There will be frequent stops and the option for short walks on the tour. Trip choices include: viewing lower Independence Pass, an architectural look at the beautiful West End Victorian homes, visiting the historic buildings and original ski lifts, seeing the mining ghost town of Ashcroft, and the expansive views from Red Mountain. Gallery tours are also available. Did you know that Aspen boasts over 30 art galleries in a town of only 7,000 people? The choice of galleries will depend on the groups taste and special exhibits that may be showing. Minimum of 10 people per tour.
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Jeeping & 4wd Excursions |
Capacity 60 |
| Access rugged remote peaks on a 4-wheel drive Jeep tour. Knowledgeable guides will take you places with breathtaking vistas, rich in history, flora and fauna. Enjoy an evening with family and friends around the campfire at one of our entertaining Sunset Dinners. Indulge in delicious mountain fare, music, smore’s and more!
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Kayaking |
Capacity 20 |
| Duckies/Inflatable Kayaks:
The name Duckies was originally termed to explain how ducks learn to swim by following their mother ducky down the river. The theory is that by observation one can take the best lines without having to be an expert.
Try the middle section of the Roaring Fork in one of our inflatable kayaks, which are very stable and easy to master. They're perfect as an introduction to kayaking and make smaller whitewater more exciting. Small 12-foot rafts are also available for this section.
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Rafting |
Capacity 400 |
| Blazing Adventures Activity Center has been offering rafting trips in the Valley for 34 years. The activity center owns and operates Ajax Whitewater Company, Riff Raft Extreme and Blazing Paddles. They offer a full range of activities to cater to all skill levels and ages. Trips are fully guided with no experience necessary and range from half day, full day to overnight. Recently introduced are easy to master Inflatable Kayaks/AKA duckies, which make smaller whitewater more exciting. Experience some of the best whitewater in the state on the Roaring Fork, Arkansas and Colorado rivers. Blazing Adventures conducts business with top-rated equipment, an excellent safety record, expert guides and excellent service. All activities are permitted by the U.S.F.S. |
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Team Building & Competitive Events |
Capacity 400 |
| Let Blazing Adventures plan your team event. With over 30 years of event planning experience, you can be confident that your event will be a success. A variety of team activities are available depending on the specific requirements of the group. Examples of such events include Snow Olympics, Snow Shoe Scavenger Hunt, Indoor Pool Races/ Ducky Challenges or a Shopping Gallery Scavenger Hunt. We can turn any one of our regular tours into a team building event! Contact us for a proposal. A minimum of 10 people per tour.
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Concierge Services & Activity Planning |
| Group activites, itinerary planning, conference check-ins and guide service can be organized through the Group Services Department at Blazing Adventures. |
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Snowmass 
P.O. Box 6750