SARATOGA, Wyo., Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch, a Preferred Boutique Hotel and Orvis Endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge that is setting the new standard in all-inclusive dude ranch resorts announced today that they will host an exceptional weekend, "Cowgirl Up for the Cure," to take place October 3 to 6 and benefitting the Denver Affiliate of Susan G. Komen. During this ladies-only all-inclusive weekend, guests will enjoy a variety of special activity-based and educational programs on the 15,000-acre Brush Creek Ranch as well as a performance by a Country Music Association performing artist.
"We are excited and honored to partner with the Denver Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for our 'Cowgirl Up for the Cure' package," said Michael Williams, COO and Executive Vice President of The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch. "This is a great opportunity for us to help raise money and awareness for the foundation, and breast cancer while bringing women of all backgrounds together for a weekend of bonding, education and - most importantly - fun."
The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch's "Cowgirl Up for the Cure" package highlights includes:
- Well-appointed lodging, including cabin suites and residences;
- Various Ranch activities including horseback riding, fly fishing, shooting range, hiking, biking and much more;
- Educational programs focused on health, wellness and cancer prevention;
- Nightly entertainment, including a CMA entertainer to be announced, plus a Boot Scootin' Barn Dance;
- Gourmet Rocky Mountain cuisine;
- Special guest speakers including Michele Ostrander, CEO for the Denver Metropolitan Affiliate of Susan G. Komen and Sharon Day, Director of Nutrition at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Phoenix;
- Rejuvenating fitness and wellness spa offerings.
This ladies-only weekend will kick off on Thursday, October 3, with a Boot & Jewelry Trunk Show, followed by participation in a wide variety of Ranch activities. On Friday, guests will hear a presentation about the importance of healthy lifestyle and nutrition in the prevention of breast cancer. Later they can enjoy sunrise yoga, a variety of ranch activities, cocktail and hors d'oeuvres hour, and a performance by a country artist to be named. On Saturday, guests will learn about the importance of early screening as well as the latest news on breast cancer treatment, followed by a variety of activities, and the Boot Scootin' Barn Dance. The weekend will conclude on Sunday with a Ranch breakfast featuring a breast cancer patient sharing her story of how her best friend acted as a co-survivor and "wing woman" during her journey.
Pricing for the all-inclusive weekend package is $2,250 per person with $750 per person will be donated back to the Komen Denver Affiliate. Contributions made throughout the weekend will be matched dollar for dollar by both the Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation and an anonymous supporter.
To book this all-inclusive ladies-only weekend package, or any other Brush Creek Ranch luxury dude ranch vacation, call (307) 327-5284 or email guestservices@brushcreekranch.com
The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch has received numerous accolades including being named one of the "Top 10 Places to Hold a Corporate Retreat;" and "Top Ten Family Vacation Destination" by Worth magazine; "World's Best New Hotels of 2011" by ForbesLife magazine; "Best Up and Coming Hotels of 2012" by Travel + Leisure; one of Conde Nast Johansen's Most Excellent Ranches; one of the "Top 101 Suites in the World" by Elite Traveler magazine; and a "Top 10 Ranch" by Departures magazine.
About The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch
The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch, a Preferred Boutique Hotel and Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing lodge, is an exclusive, independent guest ranch set amid a century-old working cattle ranch outside of Saratoga in south central Wyoming's North Platte River Valley. Sitting on 15,000 acres and bordering a million acres of federal wild lands,Brush Creek Ranch's Grand Lodge and collection of new and renovated historic guest cabins and quarters are open to destination weddings, private corporate events and family vacations. Offering an unsurpassed, all-inclusive luxury dude ranch adventure experience,The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch provides a genuine Western spirit of hospitality and a vast array of outdoor activities that, coupled with an inspiring landscape and a dedication to sustainable ranching, come together to create a new icon in luxury Western destinations. For more information or to inquire about rates call us at (307) 327-5284, email us at guestservices@brushcreekranch.com or visit us at www.BrushCreekRanch.com.
About Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the Komen Denver Metropolitan Affiliate
In 1992, the Denver Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure was founded to carry out Komen's mission-to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. Komen Denver serves 70 percent of Colorado's population in a 19-county service area. Through events like the Race for the Cure, the Komen Denver Metropolitan Affiliate has invested $32 million in community breast health programs in their service area (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Jefferson, Larimer, Logan, Morgan, Park, Phillips, Sedgwick, Summit, Washington, Weld and Yuma). Seventy-five percent of net proceeds generated by the Affiliate stays in Colorado. The remaining funds go to the national Susan G. Komen for the Cure Grants Program to fund research. For more information, call 303-744-2088 or visit www.komendenver.org.
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