Crackenback Times—Issue 24—Autumn 2018

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ISSUE: #24 AUTUMN 2018 Choose from an adventurous Segway tour, a relaxing Spa treatment at our highly acclaimed Spa and Wellness Centre, or mountain biking on one of our many trails around the Resort and into the stunning Kosciuszko National Park taking in the Thredbo Valley Track.

A WARM WELCOME TO THE GORGEOUS SNOWY MOUNTAINS. WE HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT TIME EXPERIENCING EVERYTHING THE RESORT AND THE AREA HAS TO OFFER OVER THIS STUNNING AUTUMN SEASON.

Take advantage of our beautiful location and enjoy the many walking tracks available or tick off a bucket list item and climb to the top of Australia. Indulge in some fabulous food and wine at Cuisine restaurant with our Executive Chef Jean-Michel Gerst and visit our onsite café Alpine Larder for fabulous coffee, pasta and wood fired pizza’s. Our menus change seasonally and our Autumn menus will not disappoint!

Enjoy scrolling through the pages of this newsletter to inform you of all that is on this March, April and May here at the Resort or within the beautiful Snowy Mountains region and lastly, thank you for choosing our Resort for your precious time away.

We look forward to welcoming you back.

ANTHONY CLEARY & THE RESORT TEAM GENERAL MANAGER HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ON

Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa

WHAT ’S ON

AT LAKE CRACKENBACK

AUTUMN FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL 23-25 MAR 2018 Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa’s inaugural Autumn Food & Wine Festival will celebrate the seasonal local produce on offer in the High Country region of New South Wales. Come and celebrate all things Autumn. Image to come

PAINT THE LANDSCAPE WEEKEND WORKSHOPS 4-6 MAY 2018 Learn to paint the Snowy Mountains landscape. During this weekend workshop, you will complete an outdoor landscape painting of the beautiful surrounding Lake Crackenback mountainside with guidance from Artist Violetta Strabic. You will be shown how to setup your painting station, and guided step-by-step from composing to sketching out the landscape in charcoal, appropriate colour mixing and painting techniques to refine details of the rugged textures of the alpine region.

SNOWY MOUNTAINS LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKENDS 18-20 MAY 2018 We are excited to be offering Landscape Photography Weekends with multi award-winning Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) Master Photographer, Ben Kopilow.

Fill your viewfinder with stunning shots of Snowy Mountain landscapes, cascading rivers and streams, rugged countryside and majestic snow gums.

WHAT ’S ON

IN THE SNOWY MOUNTAINS

LAND ROVER 70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS IN COOMA 30 MAR - 2 APR 2018 A celebration of 70 years of Land Rover Vehicles. Enthusiasts will flock to Cooma NSW to enjoy 4 full days of everything Land Rover whilst savouring the delights of the Snowy Mountains Region. Day trips through the beautiful region, camping, BBQ’s and entertainment plus a formal Gala Dinner & Land Rover vehicle exhibitions and terrapod displays are just a few of the highlights on offer.

LAKELIGHT SCULPTURE FESTIVAL 30 MAR-2 APR 2018 Lake Light Sculpture is an inspiring outdoor sculpture exhibition and competition which will be held along the stunning foreshore of Lake Jindabyne in the Snowy Mountains of NSW over the Easter Weekend.

4 THINGS TO DO THIS AUTUMN SEGWAY ECO TOUR

HORSE RIDING

LAKE CRACKENBACK RESORT & SPA

THREDBO VALLEY HORSE RIDING

Take a Segway Tour and join the excitement of gliding over off-road terrain like snow, mud, rocks, logs, hills and gravel paths for the most unique adventure experience in the Snowy Mountains.

Thredbo Valley Horse Riding is the premier horse riding destination for adults and children, from beginners to advanced, they can offer a ride for everyone. From simple pony rides for the kids through to longer rides for the more adventurous.

(02) 6451 3000 | 1650 Alpine Way Crackenback NSW 2627

(02) 6456 2142 | Pender Lea, 1056 Alpine Way, Crackenback NSW 2627

www.lakecrackenback.com.au/activities/segway-eco-tours

www.thredbovalleyhorseriding.com

FLY FISHING TOURS

FAMILY NATURE WALK

THE FLY PROGRAM

LAKE CRACKENBACK RESORT & SPA

Tours operate from Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa, reaching every corner of the Kosciuszko National Park as a licensed Eco Pass commercial operator. Matt Tripet is an International Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructor.

Our afternoon guided nature walk will focus on ‘family fun in the bush’. Enjoy exploring the Resort and surrounding Bullocks Hut on our 1.5 hour guided walk. Families will enjoy learning about bush tucker, perhaps spot the local wildlife that surround the Resort along with enjoying afternoon tea by the Thredbo River.

There are a great range of tours - from learn to fly fish to multi-day expeditions.

(02) 6451 3000 | 1650 Alpine Way, Crackenback NSW 2627 0407 960 216 | info@flyprogram.org.au | www.flyprogram.org.au

www.lakecrackenback.com.au/kagw/guided-walks

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THE SPA & WELLNESS CENTRE

DINING OPTIONS

GET OUT AND EXPLORE

The Spa & Wellness Centre at Lake Crackenback is an alpine spa sanctuary designed to rejuvenate your senses and relax you from the stresses of everyday life.

A team of dedicated chefs headed by Director of Food & Beverage, Jean-Michel Gerst serve a range of fresh, seasonal fare delivered with friendly, attentive service.

If you want to get out and about this summer visit the team at Activate, who can help you with equipment for disc golf, archery, tennis, mountain biking and more.

(02) 6451 3056 or ext. 56

Cuisine - (02) 6451 3249 or ext. 40 Alpine Larder - (02) 6451 3060 or ext. 60

(02) 6451 3000 or ext. 50

MUST TRY

GET OUTSIDE

ALPINE LARDER - WOOD FIRED PIZZAS

& ENJOY THE FRESH AIR

Try our delicious Stockwhip pizza with chicken, bacon, salami, onion, mushroom, BBQ sauce. YUM!

We have plenty of water based activities, a perfect way to beat the heat this summer.

AUTUMN OFFER

$99 RELAXATION MASSAGE Enjoy a 45 minute relaxation massage with a 15 minute foot treatment (includes foot exfoliation and with hydrating massage).

60 minutes in total $99 per person.

SECRETS...

OF THE SNOWIES CRACKENBACK MARKETS CRACKENBACK On the 1st Saturday of each month the Local Produce Market is held on the grounds of the Wildbrumby Schnapps Distillery. A great day out for the whole family with markets offering fresh produce, honey, homemade treats, crafts, coffee, organic eggs, fresh baked bread and local products. 10am - 2pm.

Wildbrumby Distillery - Corner of Wollondibby Rd & Alpine Way, Jindabyne NSW 2627

BIRDSNEST COOMA You will find Birdsnest at 232 Sharp Street which is on the main road in Cooma as you make your way towards the mountains.

In store you will find a selection of the latest women’s clothing on their website, however you can access items from their entire website by using exciting new technology in store.

1300 696 378 | 232 Sharp Street, Cooma NSW 2630

WILDBRUMBY DISTILLERY CRACKENBACK Boasting award winning schnapps and gin, Austrian inspired food and contemporary art.

The distillery is situated right in the heart of the Australian high country between Jindabyne and Thredbo.

(02) 6457 1447 | Corner of Wollondibby Rd & Alpine Way, Jindabyne NSW 2627

MEET JANE NEEDHAM Jane Needham works in our very entertaining housekeeping department and has done so for over 19 years. Originally from the northern beaches of Sydney, Jane has called the Snoww Mountains home for the last 40 or so years as she says.

Originally being drawn to the region with a love for skiing, Jane met her husband Bill in Perisher and used to take 5 day horse treks through the mountains with pack horses.

There were no mobile phones or GPS’ in those days. Jane is also one of the lovely marriage celebrants who conduct wedding ceremonies here on the Resort grounds. Jane loves the team she works with and she says she loves coming to work, “its such a beautiful place to work, we are very lucky”.

When not working Jane loves going for a swim at Lake Jindabyne or spending time with her beautiful grandchildren.

TRY OUR NEW FLEET OF ELECTRIC BIKES LAKE CRACKENBACK RESORT & SPA We are excited to share that we have purchased a fleet of E-Bikes here at the Resort.

Electric Mountain Bikes are a great option for a more enjoyable ride on the trails around Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa. The ease of use won’t have you breathing hard on the trails, giving you more time to enjoy the beautiful views that surround you.

The extra power that the E-bike gives you means that uphill trails are now easier. There is still confusion as to the difference between an E-bike and a normal mountain bike. The electric bike will provide extra power when you are pedalling that a standard mountain bike will not provide.

CASCADE HUT GUIDED E-BIKE TOUR - $280 pp Experience an intimate mountain bike tour with access to remote wilderness areas, the historic cattlemen’s hut, Cascade Hut, plus you may even spot a brumby or two. A great day out on your bike with amazing sights and riding.

GUIDED KOSCIUSZKO SUNSET E-BIKE TOUR - $185 pp Experience a high altitude ride up to Rawson’s Pass (2,120m) then walk to the summit of Australia’s highest peak, Mt Kosciuszko (2,228m) to enjoy the magnificent sunset over the range.

For details contact the Activate Team on: (02) 6451 3000 | activate@lakecrackenback.com.au

LAKE CRACKENBACK RESORT & SPA

Say ‘Hi’ if you see Jane and the housekeeping team around the Resort, they love a chat!

(02) 6451 3000 reservations@lakecrackenback.com.au 1650 Alpine Way Crackenback NSW 2627

www.lakecrackenback.com.au

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