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Book Now for Last Year’s Group Rates at Skibowl! Book Your Group Event Before May 15th for 2011 Rates.

Less than an hour from Portland, with over 1000 acres of adventure park and Mt. Hood as a beautiful backdrop, Mt. Hood Skibowl provides the perfect setting for your summer group event. The Adventure Park features over 20 attractions from the northwest’s only ½ mile dual alpine slide, kiddy jeeps, scenic sky chair, bungee jumping, plus over 40 miles of lift-assisted downhill mountain biking and hiking trails. We have something for everyone!

Combined with our unparalleled catering services, we’ll design a package to meet your needs as well as budget. Best of all… we do all the work so you don’t have to. MORE FUN THAN YOU CAN HAVE IN A DAY!

Contact Skibowl For a Custom Package For Your Group!

LODGING: Stay at the Chalets or the Grand Lodges with heated pools, hot tubs and additional resort amenities or opt for the Alpine Haus for large groups to stay in one lodge. Visit http://www.CollinsLakeResort.com for details.

CATERING: From gourmet salmon dinners to on-the-go box lunches, our chef and catering services can customize meals for any group while working with your budget.

MORE ADVENTURE: Entertain your group while getting out into the Mt. Hood National Forest. Choose from kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, rock climbing, scavenger hunts, trail runs, geo-caching, hiking, rafting, fishing & more. Or let us customize your own unique adventure for your group.

EVENT COORDINATOR: Whether you need transportation, entertainment, AV equipment or any custom requests, we are here to handle the details so you don’t have to.

The Resort at The Mountain near Mt. Hood, is celebrating Wine Month in May with special promotions and packages for wine enthusiasts to enjoy.

In May, wine goes with everything at The Resort at The Mountain.  “Gov. John Kitzhaber has signed a proclamation designating May 2012 as Oregon Wine Month, and we’re happy to do our part to celebrate,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort at The Mountain.  “From overnight wine tasting adventures to golf and vino-therapy at The Spa, every guest will revel in wine.”

The Resort’s hotel packages include:
·         Oregon Wines and So Much More! – This two-night package for four people includes two guest rooms tucked amidst a forested landscape, a locally-inspired prix fixe dinner (two shared appetizers, one entrée and specially-paired glass of Oregon wine per person) at Altitude, a Sea to Summit Oregon Wine Tour, full breakfast both mornings, plus four 50-minute treatments at The Spa.  Rates from $1429.

·         Wine Tour (and Tasting) for Four – What better way to enjoy Oregon Wine Month than to tour and taste with friends at Oregon wineries? This package includes two guest rooms plus a Sea to Summit Oregon Wine Tour for four adults.  Rates from $469.

·         Oregon Wine Month Celebration – This package includes a prix fixe dinner (shared appetizer, one entrée and specially-paired glass of Oregon wine per person) at Altitude, two 50-minute spa treatments, full breakfast and a guest room.  Rates from $429.

The Resort’s spa specials include:
·         Vino Massage Therapy 50 Minutes – Anti-aging properties of grape-seed oil, Shea butter and white wine blended into Sacred Earth massage lotion. This treatment provides powerful anti-oxidant protection for the entire surface of the body and at the same time penetrates to strengthen and repair connective tissue. A 50-minute treatment for $79 (regularly $100).

·         Champagne Pedicure – Feet are soaked in champagne oil and then exfoliated with a grape peel scrub. Champagne oil is high in antioxidants and helps activate the grape peel scrub, which makes the skin radiate and glow. A 50-minute treatment for $35 (regularly $69).

·         Cabernet Body Scrub – Sea salt, honey, grape seed oil and grape seeds create an invigorating treatment that exfoliates and moisturizes the body. A 50-minute treatment for $79 (regularly $98).

The Resort’s golf promotions include:
·         Nine and Wine – Taking place Friday, May 11 and Friday, May 25, golfers will enjoy nine holes of golf with Oregon wines and delectable appetizers placed on stations for the very best in hole-to-hole sipping and noshing. $39 per golfer, 4:30 p.m. shotgun start, reservations suggested by calling 503-622-3151.

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, visit http://www.TheResort.com.

The Resort at The Mountain has created the perfect spring break getaway for a family of four (two adults and two students) starting at just $129 per night.  The “Spring Break at The Mountain” package includes a spacious guestroom with two queen beds, free breakfast for each adult dining with a student, and access to The Resort’s many complimentary activities including swimming in the covered outdoor pool, game room, 18-hole putting course and more.

Additionally, families booking the Spring Break package can add eighteen holes of championship golf with cart and sack lunch for as low as $50 per person, and any 50-minute spa treatment for only $79.  Conveniently timed to coincide with Washington and Oregon schools’ spring breaks, the Spring Break package is available March 22 through April 30.

For more information, visit The Resort at The Mountain.

Whether guests want to relax with spa treatments or play hard on the slopes, The Resort at The Mountain, a premier ski, spa and golf destination located along the western slope of Mt. Hood, announces its lineup of spring girlfriend getaway packages.

“The Resort is a great option for those who want to get out of town without traveling too far,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort. “In addition to our spa and ski packages, we also have an all-inclusive package for those who can’t decide or want to do everything.”

The Resort’s girlfriend getaway packages include:

• Chicks on Skis – With this package, guests have the perfect opportunity to shred the slopes and enjoy a day on the mountain. Guests receive two lift tickets to Skibowl, resort shuttle to the slopes, choice of a 50-minute treatment from The Spa, overnight accommodations and breakfast at Altitude, including mimosas. This package is available now through April 26, 2012. Rates start from $139 per person.
• Spa Date (Ladies Only) – What better way to relax than at The Spa. This package includes two facial treatments from The Spa, a $25 dining credit for food and drinks at Altitude, overnight accommodations and discounted $79 massage treatments at The Spa. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $199.
• The All-Inclusive Resort Package – Perfect for those who want to experience it all, The Resort’s all-inclusive package offers everything for a fun getaway. Guests can enjoy comfortable overnight accommodations, two dinner entrees at Altitude and breakfast for two, as well as two 18-hole rounds of golf with cart, two 50-minute wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, or one of each. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $219.

Ideal for a day trip, weekend escape or extended vacation, The Resort offers many onsite activities for all travelers, including golf at its historic 27-hole club, The Courses, wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, and outdoor recreation including hiking, bike rentals, lawn games, year-round heated and seasonally covered outdoor swimming and more.

Beyond the many activities and recreation options at The Resort, the area surrounding the premier ski, spa and golf destination offers plenty to see and do. For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, including package details, upcoming events or reservations, visit http://www.TheResort.com.

Travelers with a sense of adventure can experience a perfect springtime escape with The Resort at The Mountain’s new adventure packages, available now through Spring 2012.

“Mt. Hood is an excellent place for a variety of outdoor activities, including fishing and hiking; and we’ve combined those activities with our great selection of resort amenities,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort. “With these new packages, we’ve made it easy and accessible for guests to enjoy both The Resort and the area’s popular outdoor attractions.”

The Resort’s springtime packages include:

• Fish On! – For the river a-fish-ionados out there, this package includes overnight accommodations and a $50 dining credit to Altitude, as well as a half-day fishing trip on the Sandy or Clackamas River with Ted’s Fly Fishing, including lunch, beverages and all necessary fishing gear. This package is available now through March 31, 2012. Rates start from $479.
• Oh, Man-cation – Get together with the guys and enjoy a day shredding the slopes of Timberline or Skibowl. This package includes two lift tickets to Timberline or Skibowl, a $100 resort credit to use on activities and recreation at The Resort, including the historic 27-hole golf club, The Courses, and the wellness-focused spa. Top off the experience with a bucket filled with ice-cold local microbrews and an order of wings. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $369.
• You SO Deserve It! – Escape for a breath of crisp mountain air with this pampering package that includes two 50-minutes wellness-focused treatments at The Spa and a hearty breakfast for two at Altitude. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $189.
• Ski & Tee – Adventure seekers can negotiate a slope and a fairway, all in 24 hours. The package includes two lift tickets to Skibowl (The Resort’s courtesy shuttle provides transportation) and nine holes of golf for two, including cart and clubs.  Available now through May 15, 2012, rates start from $219.
• O-cation – Any occasion is the perfect occasion for a vacation to The Resort. This two-night package includes one dinner and one breakfast for two people at Altitude, as well as two 50-minute wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, two rounds of golf with cart at The Courses, or one of each. This package is available now through May 31, 2012. Rates start from $449 for two nights.

The Resort, located along the western slope of the majestic Mt. Hood, features 157 guest rooms, suites and villas; two restaurants; a historic 27-hole golf club, The Courses; an 18-hole lighted putting course, The Greens; a 5,000-square-foot wellness-focused spa; a year-round heated and seasonally covered outdoor swimming pool; and a variety of onsite outdoor activities suitable for travelers of all ages and athletic abilities.

Beyond the many activities and recreation options at The Resort, the area surrounding the premier ski, spa and golf destination offers plenty to see and do. For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, including package details, upcoming events or reservations, visit http://www.TheResort.com.

Roses are red, ribbon is satin, what better way to spend Valentine’s Day than at The Resort at The Mountain?

There are many ways to rekindle the romance at The Resort this month. Here are a few favorites:

At The Spa
·         Rose Petal & Lavender Pedicure for $30 (regularly $69)

·         Dark Chocolate Raspberry Couples Massage for $140 (regularly $236)

Couples Massage

At Altitude restaurant
·         A Valentine’s Day a la carte menu featuring mouth-watering selections such as oysters mignonette, sturgeon and a winter tart. End the evening with strawberries and champagne for two.

Dining at Altitude Restaurant

Spend the night
·         A Valentine’s Two Remember package includes an overnight in a fireside studio, 50-minute Shared Serenity couples massage at The Spa, $100 dining credit for Altitude, bottle of champagne and petal turndown service, starting at $399.

Resort at The Mountain Fireside Studio

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, visit www.TheResort.com

For those looking for a winter getaway (either for themselves or as a gift), look no further than The Resort at The Mountain!  Located less than one hour east of Portland or three hours south of Seattle, this all-season ski, golf and spa destination has something for everyone.

Resort At The Mountain

Have you seen Mt. Hood’s new dome? Pool dome that is!  The Resort’s outdoor pool is now open year-round thanks to a new dome that covers the pool seasonally from October to May.

Experiences at local businesses make the best gifts! Purchase a gift card from The Resort at The Mountain for an overnight stay, round of golf, spa treatment, meals, retail, or any combination of the above.

Tingly Toes! The Spa at Mt. Hood is offering a peppermint pedicure during the month of December for just $39! Toes will tingle and there will still be a jingle of change left in your pocket!

Wine & Breakfast with Santa! Adult guests can tell Santa their Christmas wish during the Holiday Wine Social on Dec. 23.  Children get their turn during the annual Breakfast with Santa, taking place on Dec. 17 and again on Dec. 24.

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, please visit http://www.TheResort.com.

See…Smell…Savor…Spa…Stay… The Resort at The Mountain invites guests to stimulate their senses amidst the lush evergreens of the Mt. Hood National Forest’s Huckleberry Wilderness, where guests can enjoy the stunning colors and crisp, cool air of fall.

Here’s what’s happening this month at The Resort:
See what Mt. Hood has to offer this time of year with Guided Gourmet Mushroom Picking, the Wildwood Recreation Nature Walk, Fruit Harvesting along the Fruit Loop, or wine and beer tasting in Hood River.  All of these activities, and more, are offered by The Resort’s Recreation Center.

Smell the seasoning and spice of the holidays at the annual Thanksgiving Day Buffet.  Start a new tradition and leave the cooking and cleanup for someone else.

Savor delicacies from local artisans at the 22nd Annual Holiday Art, Wine & Music Festival, taking place Nov. 19-20.

Spa the way it was meant to be, in and inspired by nature.  The Root and Rock treatment uses the healing benefits of ginger root and heating rock to elevate somatic awareness, while the penetrating heat of the ginger and rock help reduce inflammation and muscle fatigue.  The 100-minute treatment includes therapeutic steam and a cup of hot ginger tea.

Stay at The Resort on any Friday night for just $10, when you stay Thursday night, too.

See…Smell…Savor…Spa…Stay…The Resort at The Mountain

*Details courtesy of The Resort at The Mountain & Richmond Public Relations