Below is a schedule of the Leagues offered, as posted on vailrec.com:

• Doubles 4.0 or Better, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Mondays for those with a 4.0 or above ($8)
• Men’s 60 and Over, 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays for all skill levels ($8)
• Ladies Day, 9 to noon on Wednesdays for all skill levels ($8)
• Men’s Night, 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays for all skill levels ($8)
• Men’s Single Ladder, 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays for all skill levels ($8)
• Ladies Double Play, 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays
• Men’s Doubles, 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays for all skill levels ($8)
• Sunday AM Play, 9 a.m. to noon on Sundays for all skill levels ($8)
• Mixed Doubles, 3 to 5 p.m. Sundays for all skill levels ($8)
• Cardio Tennis, times and dates to be determined

The rates are $15 for one hour or $20 for 90 minutes. Season passes are $140 for outside guests, $115 for Vail Recreation District residents and $75 for youth ages 17 and under.

The Tennis Center closes for the season on September 30, so if you’re itching for some time out on the courts, better get moving. Summer will be over before you know it. Contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals for more information or to book your stay in the Rocky Mountains, 1-888-866-2305.

He has starred on the big screen as well as on Broadway, alongside legends such as Gregory Hines and Sammy Davis Jr.  In fact, Gregory Hines coined Savion Glover to be “the greatest tap dancer that ever lived.”  Many may know his work in the Oscar award-winning animated film “Happy Feet”, where he was co-choreographer for the character Mumble.  Last year he managed to sell out both shows; and certainly it will happen again.

Tickets are $17 for lawn seating, $55-$75 for reserved seats, and $10 for children.  This is a great substitute for the usual Tuesday Hot Summer Nights Series.  For more information about upcoming events and lodging in the Vail Valley, please visit our website at rockymountainvacationrentals.com, or by phone at (970)477-1777.

Tickets cost $25 and include the gondola ride, tax and gratuity, one full size martini and a wide selection of tapas. The food will be great, the drinks strong and the company fun. So if you’re a fan of martinis, be sure to make it to Steamboat for this once-a-year festival. Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals can take care of your booking and give great advice on other things to do in the area. There’s only one question left to ask yourself: would you like it shaken or stirred?

The 6,784-yard par-70 golf course has been offering visitors beautiful scenery and great golfing since 1984. This is your chance to come experience the sport the Rocky Mountain way. Merry Christmas in July!

In 1859, a base camp was set up after gold was discovered along the Blue River. This base camp later evolved into the town of Breckenridge. The base camp is long gone, but the more than 350 historic structures still standing make Breckenridge the largest historic district in the state of Colorado. One of these structures is the Gold Pan Saloon, the oldest continuously operated bar west of the Mississippi dating back to 1859.

Breckenridge’s rich history makes it the ideal place for the Colorado Gold Panning Championship, coming July 30. Presented by the Gold Prospectors of Colorado, a 36-year-old organization for Colorado’s recreational gold prospectors, the state gold panning championships and the world dry-panning championships will take place during the two-day event. There will also be experts doing public demonstrations and giving pointers to those interested in learning about gold panning.

Although gold panning seems like a thing of the past for the now modern ski town, the championship will bring out those passionate about gold panning and those simply curious and fascinated by the activity that shaped so many towns. This will surely be an event like no other!

For more information or to book your stay in Breckenridge, contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305.

View From The Cliff Photo by Derek Lichtfuss

It was a tough day at the office for the Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals crew as we stepped out of the Venture Sports van at the top of Vail Pass and prepared to bike 14 milesthrough the Aspen and Evergreen glades.  We sat down at the edge of a cliff to eat our sandwiches which had been graciously prepared for us by Columbine Bakery.  The only thing more delicious than our food was the sight that awaited us just past the cliff:  a palette of the most exuberant greens and blues stretched out in front of us as vibrant as a painter’s wet canvas.  Feathery white clouds streaked the sky, all rolling towards the immense, snow-capped mountains (yes, in July!) in the distance as if magnetized by their grand significance.  We finished our sandwiches and soon found ourselves following the clouds.

We mounted our comfort cruisers and full suspension mountain bikes which had been tweaked for each of us personally according to our gender and height, general protocol for all Venture Sports guided tours, in order to ensure the safest, most enjoyable ride.  After a quick (but detailed!) speech on safety and how to control the bike gears, we headed off with our guide Tracy and her two-year old son Hayden leading the way.  Bringing up the rear was another Venture Sports guide, Drew, who dazzled us more than once with bike tricks, even performing a wheelie while going uphill.

Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals Crew in Vail Village

The trail, which is considered “95% downhill and 5% uphill,” wound in and out of lush forests, with the hum of Gore Creek always in our ears.  At some points the trail was mere feet away from I-70, and cars rushing past reminded each of us to obtain the utmost control of our bikes, especially yours truly, as my face was still in the process of healing from a previous bike spill (Not with Venture Sports!).  We sped along the trail with the wind rushing through our hair (and in my case, Band-Aids), stopping every so often to ensure that the entire group was still intact and for bathroom breaks.

Just before we entered Vail Village, we realized we were short a few people, and it turned out that one of our posse had a flat tire.  The situation was quickly and efficiently fixed as every bike is equipped with a repair kit and pump as a precaution and because Drew was there to help.  We remounted and wove through one of Vail’s most prestigious neighborhoods, gawking at the size of the houses, before entering the Village.  Luckily it was a Tuesday, so The Village wasn’t as packed with pedestrians and other bikers as usual.  We rounded the roundabout and before we knew it, we were back at the office way sooner than we could have predicted.  We are all so thankful for such a wonderful day with Venture Sports and I personally can’t imagine remounting a bike for the first time (and so soon) with anybody else!

For more information regarding Venture Sports, the Vail Valley or on finding lodging in Colorado, contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305.

From hotel rooms to 3 bedroom condos, this amenity-rich property is just steps from the lifts.  You will also receive a $75 F&B credit.  Valid on stays Nov 20-Dec 17. Based on availability.

Special 2: 30% off lodging in Beaver Creek.

Come to Beaver Creek and stay in an amenity-rich property. 1 to 3 bedroom condos are available and they are perfectly located on the slopes of Beaver Creek, just a short walk from the Beaver Creek Village. Valid on stays July- December 16^th. Minimum night stay requirements. Based on availability.

Package 1: Golf for less, save $15 per person per round

Golf like the locals with local savings.  Each round of golf will be discounted to match the locals’ rates when your lodging is booked with Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals. Rounds are at the Eagle Vail Golf course.  2 night minimum stay. Valid with all reservations through Sept 15^th. Golf must be booked with lodging reservations.

Package 2: Romantic Getaway Weekend save $100

Escape to Vail for a romantic getaway weekend.  Stay in a new 1bed/1bath condo featuring great views of Vail Mountain and receive 2 massages. Save $100 when you book your lodging and massage package together! Massage includes two 60-minute couples massages. 2 night minimum stay required, weekday rates available also, based on availability.

Last Minute Deal: $109/night for the rest of July

One bedroom suites in the Beaver Creek/Avon area for $109/night during the rest of July. This is the weekend rate. Weekday rates are even lower!  Relax poolside and enjoy the great views of Beaver Creek Mountain.  Free on site parking and a $20 gift card to Westside Café. Based on availability. 2 night minimum stay. Rates do not include taxes or fees.

For more information or to book your Colorado vacation, call Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305

Venture Sports is a full-service ski and snowboard shop located in Avon, Colorado. It provides the entire Vail Valley with everything needed for a fun winter vacation on the slopes, and during summer, Venture Sports switches gears and focuses on bike rentals and bike tours. Rentals include comfort cruisers, full/front suspension mountain bikes, road bikes, kids’ bikes, tandem’s, child trailers and much more. For tours, Venture Sports offers three options: unguided Vail Pass, guided Vail Pass and guided Glenwood Canyon. The cost for the tours is $45, $75 and $110, respectively. Below is Venture Sports’ description of its tours, as posted on avonventuresports.com.

Vail Pass

This trips departs at 10 am & 12 pm Daily, and includes transportation to the top of Vail Pass, bike rental, repair kit and pump, and helmet. This trip can be as long or short as you would like, the paved path takes you from the top of Vail Pass through Vail and Lionshead Villages all the way back to our shop. All along the way riding through Aspen and Evergreen glades while listening to Gore Creek water rush by you.

Guided Vail Pass

We will pick you and your family or friends up at your hotel or home and take you to the top of Vail Pass. While providing everything you get with our Vail Pass Scenic Ride you will also get a Guide who has vast knowledge of the surrounding area. A souvenir water bottle and gourmet snack will be provided for everyone as well. This tour departs at 10 am and is a half day tour.

Guided Glenwood Canyon

We will provide transportation to and from Glenwood Canyon for this breath taking full day ride. As with all of our tours you will have a comfort cruiser with a repair kit and pump and helmet. A gourmet lunch will be provided as well as a souvenir water bottle. You will also have the company of a CPR and First Aid certified guide with the history and knowledge of the canyon. Be sure to bring your camera on this ride, you will enjoy riding next to the Colorado River and the sky scrapers of rock the climb to the sky.
This trip departs at 9 am with a prior reservation.

For more information regarding Venture Sports, the Vail Valley or on finding lodging in Colorado, contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305. And stay tuned for details on how our bike trip was!

1. Hot Summer Night Concert Series every Tuesday
2. Betty Ford Alpine Botanical Gardens – and select scheduled events
3. Hiking atop Vail Mountain
4. The Nature Discovery Center
5. Farmer’s Markets
6. Outdoor Films
7. No nightclub cover
8. Free shuttle throughout Vail
9. Sports fields
10. Lionshead Skate Park
11. Select events from the Vail International Dance Festival
12. Dog parks
13. Free summer parking at Vail Village and Lionshead garages
14. Adventure Ridge Park activities
15. Lionshead Family Afternoon Club on Saturdays, July 10 -Aug 14
16. Colorado Ski Museum
17. The Vail Nature Center
18. Explore the Vail Recreation Path
19. A multitude of events going on all summer
20. Vail’s Neighborhood BBQs

Photo from zipadventures.com

A couple weeks ago, my coworkers and I paid a visit to Zip Adventures for some fun in the Colorado Rockies. We went zip lining through the Alkali Canyon, soaring 200 feet above the floor at 30 mph. It was a rush, to say the least.

The day started off great. We had perfect weather, perfect temperatures and a perfect crew. We arrived at 4 Eagle Ranch and were outfitted with harnesses, helmets and a few carabiners. Then we hopped on the back of what looked like an old army truck and the guides drove us to the area we would be zip lining at. When we arrived at the top, we saw wires crisscrossing through the canyons walls, outlining what we would soon be whizzing across.

After introductions and a brief history of the canyon, it was time to take the stand. One by one, we walked onto the wooden ramp as the guide hooked our carabiners to the wire. I was one of the last to go, and waiting for my turn was nerve wracking. When it finally was my turn, I ignored my fear, took a deep breath and went for it. As soon as I was in the air whizzing across the canyon, all my nerves disappeared. Everyone else felt the same way. After leaping on that first zip line, we were all completely comfortable doing the rest. Once we knew what zip lining across a canyon held by a harness was like, all doubts and fears were replaced by excitement and rushes of adrenaline. It was amazing!

The cost to do six zip lines is $125 per person, and it includes all safety equipment, water and snacks. Tours can take up to 12 people in each group and usually last between 2 to 2 1/2 hours.