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As The Broadmoor looks toward its 100th anniversary in 2018, its great story continues to be written. This is a very exciting time in our history. We have a number of wonderful projects, enhancements, and new ventures that I am very pleased to share with you. Our newest restaurant, Play, opened in April and features six bowling lanes, a lounge, and a game room, all done in true Broadmoor style. The Garden Room at the Tavern, Le Jardin, has been reimagined with a European conservatory feel, and the Golden Bee has been expanded in keeping with the original design. We’re also launching a major renovation of the West building. The enlarged guest rooms will feature five-fixture marble baths with a combination of balconies, terraces and Juliet balconies with French doors. A new center tower will house beautiful new rooms and suites, and the exterior façade will be reminiscent of the main building and the original Broadmoor architecture. All lobbies and public spaces will also undergo a similar transformation. Adam Tihany, perhaps the world’s most prolific restaurant designer, is

designing our new Italian restaurant and bar, Ristorante del Lago. This ambitious project will be ready for guests in mid-May 2014. I’m also very pleased to share with you two exciting and unique new ventures—The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley and Cloud Camp. Located in the heart of the Pike National Forest just 8 miles due west of the resort, The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley is situated on land once owned by Spencer Penrose, The Broadmoor's founder. The comfortable accommodations will provide an ideal basecamp for fishing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and other planned activities. The cabins and lodge are undergoing a loving restoration and will be available to our guests beginning in early August. Cloud Camp, which will sit at the 9,400-foot summit of Cheyenne Mountain, is under construction and will open to our guests beginning in May, 2014. The Lodge at Cloud Camp is modeled after the historic stone and timber lodges in our great national parks. Ideal for families,

groups and corporate retreats, the lodge will feature a dining hall with massive fireplaces, a lounge, wraparound porch, and seven bedrooms. In addition, there will be 16 cabin bedrooms nestled in the forest near the summit. There are many wonderful guest ranches throughout the West, but what makes Cloud Camp and The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley so special is that they will be owned and operated by The Broadmoor, so you can be assured of a quality experience, exceptional service, and great food and beverages. Guests will also enjoy access to all of The Broadmoor's facilities, services, recreation opportunities, and amenities. Looking to our Centennial Celebration and to the next century, The Broadmoor remains committed to continuing our standing as America’s premier resort. We look forward to sharing these new amenities and guest experiences with you. Thank you so much for your goodwill and patronage. Sincerely,

Stephen Bartolin, Jr. President and CEO

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FEATURES 62 THE BROADMOOR WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE

Enter the wild with The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley and Cloud Camp—new developments that offer guests an opportunity to commune with nature in a luxuriously rustic setting. BY CLAUDIA CARBONE

68 IT’S ALL WELL & GOOD

The Broadmoor recenters its focus on mind, body and soul to help keep members and guests happy and healthy. BY BOB BOWS Plus: An insider’s perspective on Women’s Wellness Weekend. BY DEBORAH WILLIAMS

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76 76 THE MAIN EVENT

From board meetings to international tradeshows, The Broadmoor hosts more than 40,000 group events each year. Here’s a look at how the resort’s convention services partner makes each one a unique and unforgettable occasion. BY JULIE BIELENBERG

82 LIVING HISTORY

The Broadmoor has seen many notable, often humorous events in its nearly century-long history. Archivist Beth Davis opens up the vault to showcase a trove of memorabilia that offers insight into the resort’s storied past. BY JON RIZZI

{ ON THE COVER } The Broadmoor's Ranch at Emerald Valley, scheduled to open to guests in August, offers horseback riding, fishing, hiking and many more planned activities. photo by Chuck Nelson

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CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS UP FRONT 1 Welcome to The Broadmoor 12 Contributors 14 Ride the Springs with a VBT cycling vacation 16 Boating on Cheyenne Lake 18 Aboard The Broadmoor’s Pikes Peak Cog Railway 21 West Tower’s new look STYLE 27 The Shops at The Broadmoor 32 34 39 44

SPORTS & LEISURE Tennis: A game for life Great moments in golf Break outside your spa comfort zone A new way to Play

DINING 47 In the kitchen with The Broadmoor’s new Executive Chef and his team 56 Culinary events 59 Barbecue University

FAMILY 90 Love & Marriage: Weddings at The Broadmoor 95 Holidays with the family 100 103

ARTS & CULTURE The art and soul of Pauline Chapel Earl Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz

TRAVEL & ADVENTURE 108 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo 112 Portfolio: Sister properties 127 Year-round fun at The Broadmoor 128 Area attractions and events

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CONTRIBUTORS JULIE BIELENBERG

NANCY CLARK Nancy Clark

MIC GAROFOLO

Julie Bielen-

is a partner-

Mic Garofolo,

tor of Colorado

berg is a

owner of

owner of Mic

AvidGolfer

Denver-based

Unleaded

Clik Photog-

magazine,

lifestyle writer and runs Tweeter

Software Inc., ranked among

raphy, has been the official

Jon Rizzi co-authored The Club

Communications, an edito-

the top 15 percent of Magento

Broadmoor photographer since

Menu (Pindar Press) and has

rial services and public rela-

website development firms

2011 and is only the third in

contributed to multiple non-golf

tions boutique. She has written

worldwide, with satellite offices

the resort's history. He photo-

books for the National Geo-

more than 300 articles, from

in Ahmedabad and Seville. She

graphs celebrity guests for the

graphic Society. A graduate of

candy couture to paddlesurf-

publishes WatchBoom.com, an

resort’s Wall of Fame, special

Vassar College, where his son

ing in high-mountain streams.

online travel magazine for baby

events, family portraits and

is a sophomore, he spends his

When not working, Julie enjoys

boomers. Her favorite per-

more. He contributed a number

free time biking and running

spending time outdoors with her

sonal travel destination remains,

of striking images for this issue

with his dachshund, Vinny.

husband and young children.

forever, The Broadmoor.

of The Broadmoor magazine.

MICHAEL COSTA

AMBER JOHNSON

IRENE MIDDLEMAN THOMAS

lives in the

Michael Costa

Amber

Irene Middle-

mountains

covers all

Johnson is a

above Boulder,

things food

Canadian-born

BOB BOWS Bob Bows

man Thomas loves the short drive from her

Colo. His writing spans a variety

and beverage for Hotel F&B

mom of two, family travel writer,

Aurora, Colo., home to Colorado

of disciplines—Colorado history,

magazine, where he has been

Denver Post “Family Cents” col-

Springs—and to the oasis of The

theatre, travel, golf, fiction,

Industry Relations Editor since

umnist and editor of the news-

Broadmoor resort. She writes

metaphysics and psychol-

2007. He has also been a con-

paper’s social media network

about travel, food and bever-

ogy—and appears across the

tributing writer for The Broad-

for moms and blogs at TheMile-

age, lifestyles, business and

media spectrum, from broadcast

moor magazine since 2008.

HighMama.com. As a lover of

health for many local, national

laughter and life, she is happily

and international publications.

television and radio, to newspapers, magazines and the web.

LINDA DUVAL

married to a man obsessed with

Linda DuVal

growing The Great Pumpkin.

CLAUDIA CARBONE

enjoyed a

Colorado na-

as a news-

32-year career

JON LAWRENCE

DEBORAH WILLIAMS A Denver native and dyed-

tive Claudia

paper journalist in Colorado

As a freelance

Carbone is an

Springs before becoming a

contributor

Coloradan, Williams' interests

to a variety of

include traveling, skiing, cook-

in-the-wool

award-winning journalist based

freelance writer. She met

in Denver. She regularly con-

her husband when they both

golf publications, Jon Lawrence

ing, cycling and singing loudly in

tributes to Colorado Expression

worked at The Broadmoor as

has moved from behind the

the car and shower. Her talents,

and Colorado Parent magazines

college students in 1969. She

microphone during the course

however, tend more toward

as well as other magazines and

is a member of the Society

of a 30-year radio and TV

writing and editing, which she

websites. She has been coming

of American Travel Writers.

career to staring for hours at

did for this issue of The Broad-

a disinterested keyboard. Jon

moor magazine. Covering the

LOIS FRIEDLAND

lists his handicap as “an eye-

world-renowned Broadmoor

hand coordination deficit and

Spa was a rough assignment,

Lois Friedland

a weakness for brown spirits.”

but somebody had to do it.

to The Broadmoor since first visiting with her family as a child. CHAD CHISHOLM Chad Ch-

enjoys exploring the world,

isholm, a

skiing, playing golf, and sam-

Denver-based

CHARYN PFEUFFER

TOM WILMES Editor Tom

pling adventurous experiences.

Charyn

Wilmes and his

writer and photographer, has

She writes About.com's Guide

Pfeuffer’s

wife enjoyed

circled the globe in his quest

to Adventure Travel, and her ar-

media career

to bring the passion of travel

ticles have appeared in numer-

has involved her in all aspects

at The Broadmoor during Earl

to readers of the publications

ous magazines and newspapers

of telling the perfect story.

Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz. While

and outlets where his work is

including Global Traveler, the

Although she specializes in

the music was fantastic, the ser-

found, including AAA EnCom-

Dallas Morning News, The New

food, travel and lifestyle topics,

vice top-notch and the food di-

pass, Colorado Expression,

York Times and Travel+Leisure.

her work has appeared in more

vine, perhaps the biggest plus of

JustLuxe, Denver Life and as a

than 100 diverse publications,

the weekend was not being wo-

travel contributor to CBS4.

including Destination Wed-

ken up at the crack of dawn by

dings & Honeymoons, National

the couple's two young children.

Geographic Traveler, and Sunset.

JON RIZZI Founding edi-

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RECREATION

Ride the Springs Enjoy epic scenery and luxurious comfort with VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations’ new Colorado Springs-based rides.

n VBT’s new Epic Cycling in America’s West bicycling vacation, a five-day tour based at The Broadmoor, you’ll embark on road rides through some of the West’s most dramatic scenery along routes that are the envy of cyclists worldwide. Enjoy a morning ride through the starkly beautiful Garden of the Gods, for example, then settle in for a prepared picnic lunch near Balanced Rock before continuing on to Old Colorado City and a behind-the-scenes

tour of the United States Olympic Complex. Highlights also include a ride through South Cheyenne Canyon and the U.S. Air Force Academy, where you’ll be treated to a guided tour of Cadet Chapel. A challenging ride up the iconic Pike’s Peak Highway will test any cyclist’s mettle, and rewards with panoramic views from the summit. Prefer to skip the intense climb? Hop aboard The Broadmoor’s Pikes Peak Cog Railway for a ride to the top, enjoy the view, and then cruise back down on your bike. Most rides on the tour feature shorter and longer options, and all are van supported, so you can catch a ride

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any time you like. Routes range from 20 to 52 miles, with maps and detailed notes provided so you can cycle at your own pace. You’ll return to your luxury accommodations at The Broadmoor each afternoon and

evening to enjoy the resort and all its amenities (your legs will appreciate the spa and the whirlpool). It’s the best of both worlds—challenging rides and world-class comforts—in one package.

DATES & INFO VBT’s five-day rides through the Colorado Springs region are scheduled for: Aug. 18, Sept. 8, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13. Dates are being planned for 2014. Prices start at $2,195 per person, exclusive of airfare. VISIT VBT.COM OR CALL 800.245.3868 TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

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RECREATION

On the Water Two new canopy boats recall the early days of boating on Cheyenne Lake, with a modern twist.

or years, guests of The Broadmoor have enjoyed taking out paddleboats on Cheyenne Lake. When the resort opened in 1918, however, guests glided across the placid waters in beautiful wooden boats covered with a canvas canopy. This summer, The Broadmoor harkens back to those early days by adding two new canopy boats to its fleet, along with paddleboats and a newly restored vintage canoe plucked from a local thrift store.

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The two 15-foot wooden, hand-crafted canopy boats are built according to traditional design, but blend in new aesthetics with silent, emissionsfree electric motors that have easy-to-operate controls. Guests can also paddle a restored antique canoe on the lake. Built in Vermont by Adirondack, the canoe found its way to a local Goodwill store and, knowing the boating tradition at The Broadmoor, the store manager called to see if the resort might like it for its fleet.

During the summer season, canopy boats, paddleboats, and a canoe are all available for guest rental at the boat dock adjacent to the Main Pool.

YOUR COLORADO ADVENTURE SPECIALISTS Balloons • Jeeps • Segways • Ziplines FLY

RIDE

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Celebrating 40 years of recreation, since 1973

Tours to the Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak and Manitou Springs. Hikes, Campfires, and More.

RECREATION

All Aboard Grab a seat on The Broadmoor’s Pikes Peak Cog Railway for a trip to the top of the Rockies.

n late 2012, a new fixture appeared on the grounds of The Broadmoor. Perhaps you’ve seen it standing guard outside Broadmoor Hall. It’s known affectionately as Old No. 5, the steam engine that propelled the Manitou & Pikes Peak cog train for more than 50 years. But why is it here, on the Broadmoor grounds? Because the railway and the resort are intimately intertwined. In 1925, hotel founder Spencer Penrose bought the railroad, ten years after he purchased and improved the auto highway to the top of Pikes Peak, giving Colorado visitors two ways to get to the top of the mountain that inspired

the classic song “America The Beautiful.” After Penrose died, the railway changed hands a few times but is now back under the purview of the resort. During your visit, consider taking a day trip to nearby Manitou Springs, 10 miles from the hotel, to ride the world’s highest cog rail to the summit of one of the world’s most breathtaking peaks. The train runs year-round, in sun and snow, canceling service only for high winds or extremely low temperatures. Along the way, your friendly

ALONG THE WAY, YOUR FRIENDLY ENGINEER WILL POINT OUT THE UNIQUE PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE TERRAIN.” engineer will point out the unique physical features of the terrain, such as various Pike’s Peak granite formations, waterfalls, abandoned mineshafts, and Colorado blue

spruce trees as the train chugs up the steep mountainside. You might even spy a mule deer, black bear or mountain lion. The average grade of the nearly nine-mile climb is 16 percent, meaning it climbs 16 vertical feet for every 100 feet of distance. At the 14,110foot summit, step out to view Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods and the surrounding mountains. On the clearest days, you can see all the way to Kansas and New Mexico.

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TIME TO CLIMB 1806

Lieutenant Zebulon Pike, on his cross-country survey of the Louisiana Purchase, glimpsed the peak from what is now Pueblo, Colorado, and estimated its height to be 18,581 feet. His crew attempted but failed to climb the mountain that winter, turning around in heavy snow.

1820

DR. EDWIN JAMES, A MEMBER OF MAJOR STEPHEN LONG’S PARTY, REACHED THE SUMMIT ON JULY 14.

1871

The U.S. Signal Service built a weather station at the top of the mountain, along with a 17-mile trail that was later widened into a wagon road.

1890

The main depot, which is still in service today, was constructed, and the rail line was opened to paying passengers who could travel to Half-Way House, three miles from the summit. From 1895 to 1916, Half-Way House served as a hotel and then a wilderness resort for summer guests. THE FIRST TRAIN TRAVELED ALL THE WAY TO THE SUMMIT.

1891

1895

AFTER TRAVELING UP PIKE’S PEAK BY WAGON, KATHARINE LEE BATES WROTE AND PUBLISHED ‘AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL’ IN THE CONGREGATIONALIST. SPENCER PENROSE PURCHASED THE RAILROAD.

1895 1950

Diesel-electric locomotives replaced the old steampowered engines, including No. 5, which now sits in front of Broadmoor Hall.

1963

With traffic at its highest levels, steamliners were replaced by rack rail cars, the type still in operation today.

2012

OLD ENGINE NO. 5 WAS MOVED FROM ITS PREVIOUS RESTING PLACE IN MANITOU SPRINGS TO THE BROADMOOR PROPERTY.

1872

COLORADO SPRINGS WAS FOUNDED.

1889

THE SURVEY AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RACK RAILWAY AND COG SYSTEM BEGAN.

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BROADMOOR WEST RENOVATION

Building for

Beginning in November 2013 with completion set for mid-May 2014, the original Broadmoor West building will undergo a complete transformation, with upgraded features and amenities and a look designed to blend seamlessly with the historic Broadmoor Main building of 1918.

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BROADMOOR WEST RENOVATION

riginally built in 1976, the Broadmoor West building will be completely renovated and redesigned inside and out. A three-story tower addition will incorporate 31 new guest rooms, including four beautiful penthouse suites on the top floor. The entire exterior façade will be refinished and the lobby redesigned to better match the classic stylings of Broadmoor Main. Broadmoor West will feature cherrywood wain-

scoting, coffered ceilings, backlit skylights and marble floors with intricate vita nova inlays. A new porte-cochere will feature bronze castings on the column bases, corbels and stone columns. The entry drive will be narrowed for a more dramatic approach and view of the new tower. Rooms in Broadmoor West will receive a complete makeover and expansion, adding anywhere from 85 to 200 square feet per room, making a typical guest room approximately 615 square feet. All will feature new, five-fixture marble baths and a marble-clad

shuttered opening to the room. Guest room living areas will be redesigned with decorative lighting, chandeliers, new furnishings, carpet, draperies and an amenity/coffee bar station. Even the guest corridors will be improved with all-new furniture, fixtures and electric. The new three-story tower will increase the resort’s total guest room count from 744 to 775, while introducing an exquisite 2,400 square foot Hospitality Suite, two

2,000-square-foot suites and four elegant penthouse suites on the seventh floor. Charles Court restaurant will transform into the new Adam D. Tihany-designed Ristorante del Lago and a new Italian-themed bar. Along with the decorative improvements and expansions to Broadmoor West, there will be considerable upgrades to the mechanical and electrical

EAST VIEW, ENTRY PERSPECTIVE

SUITE SURPRISE

The three-story tower addition will add 31 new guest rooms—including four large penthouse suites—and increase the resort’s total room count from 744 to 775.

RESTATED ELEGANCE

A new exterior façade will enhance the appearance of the building, capturing The Broadmoor’s European elegance while making it consistent with The Broadmoor Main.

BROADMOOR MILESTONES: KEY ENHANCEMENTS

1916

1918

1926

1961

1994

Spencer and Julie Penrose purchase the Broadmoor Casino and Hotel, setting out to create the world’s most beautiful resort.

The Broadmoor welcomes guests at the official opening ceremony. John D. Rockefeller and his wife visit the first year.

Cheyenne Mountain Lodge opens and construction begins on Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.

The Broadmoor constructs the International Center and opens Broadmoor South and the Penrose Room.

The Broadmoor adds new golf, tennis and spa facilities, as well as the 12,000-square-foot Rocky Mountain Ballroom.

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systems, making the building much more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. The building’s exterior façade will be completely rebuilt, not only to significantly expand the size of guest rooms, but also to greatly increase the building’s thermal efficiency. Other improvements include new thermally insulated low “E” glass, low-flow plumbing fixtures, occupancy sensors, and very efficient LED lighting throughout the guest rooms and public

A THREE-STORY TOWER ADDITION WILL INCORPORATE 31 NEW GUEST ROOMS, INCLUDING FOUR BEAUTIFUL PENTHOUSE SUITES ON THE TOP FLOOR.”

areas. In addition, a new state-of-the-art heating and cooling plant will lower emissions and improve efficiency. Success is a moving target. At The Broadmoor we continue to move along with it, challenging notions, changing expectations and elevating experiences while creating a new blueprint for the future. Along with the planned West renovation, we’ve carefully and lovingly expanded the Golden Bee. We’ve opened Play at The Broadmoor, a family-fun concept restaurant and bowling venue. We’ve

reinvigorated the Tavern with a new garden conservatory and steakhouse menu. And we’re introducing The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley this summer as part of The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience. Our founder, Spencer Penrose, said: “Build for tomorrow.” As we look toward our future, that dictum is as true today as it was when The Broadmoor opened in 1918.

GRAND ENTRANCE

The west entry drive and portecochere will be remodeled with custom-cast bronze column caps, cast stone balustrades, a new entry fountain, landscaping, stone flooring, ornate iron work and a decorative drive surface.

NEW ROOMS

Guest room size will range from our Hospitality Suite at 2,400 sq ft to the fifth floor suites at 2,000 sq ft to the penthouse suites on the seventh floor, between 750 and 1,200 sq ft. Standard guest rooms will increase up to 200 sq ft in size, making the average room 615 sq ft.

1995

1996

2001

2009

LATE 2013

The West Tower replaces the former Broadmoor World Arena ice skating facility.

The walking bridge connecting the east and west sides of Cheyenne Lake is added.

The infinity pool, water slides, poolside cabanas and Lakeside Suites building are opened. Broadmoor Main is closed for renovations.

The Broadmoor Cottages, along the 18th fairway of the East Course, are opened to guests.

Broadmoor West undergoes extensive renovations and upgrades. Scheduled completion date is May, 2014.

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BROADMOOR WEST RENOVATION

Ristorante del Lago

n the ground level of the newly renovated Broadmoor West, Charles Court restaurant will transform into the new Adam D. Tihany designed Ristorante del Lago, an Italian restaurant reminiscent of a luxurious villa perched above Lake Cuomo. Appointments will include a private dining room, a large “community” dining table, wine displays lining the entry, a wine room,

SETTING THE BAR

charcuterie and cheese station, and a display kitchen with a wood-burning oven for pizzas and pasta dishes. The restaurant will also have a lake entry to both the restaurant and our new Italian-themed bar. These newcomers to The Broadmoor’s dining scene will enhance guests’ culinary experience. With beautiful views, world-class cuisine and five-star service, Ristorante del Lago will offer guests an elegant and vibrant new dining destination.

The new bar, designed by Adam D. Tihany, will be expanded and redesigned in a traditional Italian style, with outdoor seating, vintage wine and liquor displays, and an indoor/outdoor fireplace.

When completed, Ristorante del Lago (rendering at left) and the adjoining bar will offer fine Italian dining and a topflight wine list.

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Ladies’ fashions and accessories, including Lilly Pulitzer, Kate Spade, Joseph Ribkoff, Tory Burch, Milly and Trina Turk. Along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main.

BROADMOOR PET BOUTIQUE

Accessories, animal-themed gifts and artwork pertaining to the family pet. In the shopping plaza between South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR CHILDREN’S SHOP

A selection of specialty apparel, classic games, toys and plush animals for boys and girls. In the shopping plaza between South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR CHRISTMAS HOUSE

Themed rooms filled with holiday-themed items. Open early October to early January. One block east of The Broadmoor at 1st Street and Lake Avenue, across from the Golden Bee.

THE BROADMOOR HABERDASHERY

Distinctive clothing and accessories for men featuring Tommy Bahama, Robert Graham, Scott Barber and Bills Khakis plus XMI and J.Z. Richards. In the shopping plaza between South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

BROADMOOR SHOP & NEWSSTAND

Sundries, snacks and essentials as well as select signature apparel and gifts. In the lobby of Broadmoor West.

CHEYENNE GOURMET

Gourmet food and culinary favorites, as well as cookware, bakeware and kitchen gadgets. Gift baskets are made to order and shipped anywhere in the U.S. Next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

THE PEAK FLY SHOP

Schedule a fly-fishing adventure with a certified instructor. In the Southmoor building.

THE COSMETIC SHOP AT THE BROADMOOR

Luxury cosmetic and skin care lines from Trish McEvoy, Laura Mercier, Bobbi Brown, and Acure. Fragrances for men and ladies. Makeup makeovers by appointment. In the shopping plaza between South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

ESPRESSO NEWS

Daily newspapers, sundries and snacks. Next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

FITNESS SHOP

Fashionable active wear and swimwear for all. Nutritional snacks and supplements. On the lake level entrance to the Spa and Fitness Center.

GIBSON’S, A MINERAL GALLERY

Original works in petrified wood, agate, limestone and jade. Along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main in the Northmoor building.

GOLF PRO SHOP

Full-service shop featuring men’s and women’s golf and logo apparel, equipment and accessories. Club repair and storage available. In the Golf Clubhouse.

HAYDEN-HAYS GALLERY Works by local, regional and nationally known artists. In the Northmoor building around the corner from Gibsons, a Mineral Gallery.

HAYDEN-HAYS WESTERN AND WILDLIFE GALLERY Western and Wildlife art, consultations and other art-related services. In the Southmoor building.

THE LIBRARY

Books, executive gifts, music stationery, note cards, writing instruments and collectibles. In the shopping plaza between South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

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art and kaleidoscopes. Along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main in Northeastmoor.

MOUNTAIN COURSE GOLF SHOP

Ladies’ and men’s apparel and gifts with the unique mountain course logo. Located a mile up the mountain from The Broadmoor.

THE SALON SHOP

Hair care, cosmetics, nail care products, fragrances, grooming aids and styling products, featuring Bumble and Bumble and Barex Italiana. Second floor of the Golf Clubhouse.

THE SIGNATURE SHOP

Broadmoor-branded gifts and apparel for men, women and children. Next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

SPA SHOP

Skincare products from Sonya Dakar, B. Kamins and Somme Institute. Spa robes, bath and body products and accessories, candles, aromatherapy products and relaxation aids. Third floor of the Golf Clubhouse.

SPIRIT OF THE WEST

Jewelry, apparel and accessories with a Western flare. South Tower.

TENNIS PRO SHOP

Tennis and fitness apparel, footwear, equipment, accessories and swimwear. 24-hour racquet customization and rental equipment available. Lessons with our top-rated teaching staff can be arranged year-round. Lower level of the Golf Clubhouse.

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Modern fashions and designer jewelry from Gary Dulac, Suna Bros., Majorica and Pandora. Next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

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Ladies’ footwear and accessories, including designs from Stuart Weitzman, Donald J Pliner, Cole Haan, Tory Burch and Giuseppe Zanotti Designs. Novelty handbags by Kooba, Lockheart, Longchamp and Botkier. Men’s shoes and hosiery by Cole Haan, Mezlan and Merrells. Along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main.

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his year, my boyfriend celebrates a landmark milestone: He’s turning 50. Not that you’d ever guess it. Morgan is living proof that with a healthy lifestyle you can look a decade or so younger than your age. What is his secret? He’s played tennis since he was 6 and hits the courts every chance he gets. Research shows that three hours of recreational tennis weekly can cut heart disease

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risk by half, according to Cleveland Clinic physiologist Gordon Blackburn. Blackburn also notes that playing tennis burns more calories than other popular recreational activities, such as bowling and golfing. Morgan and I have been coming to The Broadmoor for several years. It’s our favorite early fall vacation destination—have you seen the leaves change on Cheyenne Mountain? If we didn’t live in Washington State, we’d likely

live in Colorado; it truly is a year-round playground. On previous trips, Morgan has taken advantage of complimentary round robins and The Broadmoor’s match-arranging services. But on our last visit, he wanted to fine-tune a consistent topspin on his backhand under the tutelage of the resort’s professional tennis staff, which is rated among the Top Five in the country by Tennis magazine. »

PERSONAL TRAINING Morgan’s private lesson with Head Tennis Professional Christopher Ellis proved to be very effective. “There are things a trained professional can tell you about your game that you can’t see while playing,” says Morgan. For him, it was a matter of better understanding the mechanics of his swing. Ellis had him change his grip and footwork, drop the racquet lower and drive through on his swing. “He had me repeat the stroke over and over again, giving positive and negative reinforcement,” says Morgan. “Eventually, it clicked when I was doing it right based on the results.” “Repetition is the key when trying to make a real change in your game,” says Karen Brandner, Director of Tennis at The Broadmoor. “But the repetition needs to be accompanied by a good coach making little tweaks along the way.” She notes that players seeking private instruction are most often trying to improve a specific stroke or aspect of their game.

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TO YOUR HEALTH Tennis players at The Broadmoor range from 5-year-olds to two 80-year-old women who play three times a week. “Tennis is a sport for a lifetime,” says Brandner. Is it any wonder that scientists and physicians around the world view tennis as the most healthful activity in which you can participate? A study published in a 2007 issue of the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that recreational tennis players gained significant health benefits—including aerobic fitness, lower body fat and cho-

TENNIS AT THE BROADMOOR d Two Har-Tru courts d Four cushioned hard courts d Complimentary round robins d State-of-the-art video analysis program d Peak season is from May–October. Two heated and

covered hard courts allow for year-round adult and junior tennis camps, drills and private instruction. d The Tennis Pro Shop carries a full line of apparel and equipment, and also offers rentals and same-day racquet stringing.

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lesterol, reduced risk of heart disease and better bone health. People who participate in tennis three hours per week at moderately vigorous intensity cut their risk of death in half from any cause, according to physician Ralph Paffenbarger in a study that followed more than 10,000 people over a period of 20 years. Other sports may provide a similar boost to your health, however tennis alone has been cited for its trifecta of physical, mental and emotional benefits that accrue from participating in the sport. “Even if you’re not playing competitively, tennis is a very therapeutic sport,” says Morgan. “You can clear your mind, be in the moment and relieve a lot of stress while hitting the ball.” Tennis truly lives up to its moniker as a sport for a lifetime. “Good basic skills will allow players to come back to the game at most any age with a high level of success,” says Brandner. Whether you’re 5 or 80 years old, there’s no better place for aspiring amateurs and proven athletes to learn, play, love, and reap the health benefits of tennis than at The Broadmoor.

ANNUAL TOURNAMENT RAISES FUNDS & AWARENESS TO HELP WIPE OUT BREAST CANCER The Broadmoor will host the 5th Annual Rally for the Cure tennis weekend, the largest tennis event in the country, for the Susan G. Komen Foundation, June 7-8. “Both men and women of all skill levels compete in this event,” says Karen Brandner, Director of Tennis at The Broadmoor. “And we always bring in a celebrity. This year fitness icon Kathy Smith will be playing and speaking.” The two-day event kicks off with the “Pinks vs. Whites” multi-level women’s doubles. Social functions include a luncheon and fashion show featuring keynote speaker Kathy Smith, as well as a “Center Court Slam” cocktail party and live auction. Discounted hotel packages are available.

LINKS IN TIME The Broadmoor’s golf courses have been the site of many memorable moments. Here are a few that stand the test of time. B Y J O N L AW R E N C E

ow Finsterwald, former longtime Broadmoor Director of Golf and 11-time winner on the PGA Tour, witnessed many indelible moments on The Broadmoor’s golf courses—some were captured on television during major tournaments, others witnessed exclusively by a live crowd. He recalls the opening of the then-South course in the spring of 1976, when he and his pal Arnold Palmer played in the first ceremonial foursome. He drops names like Jack Benny, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Liberace, Rowan and Martin, Bob Newhart, and President Eisenhower. ¶ Juli Inkster, one of the LPGA’s most respected players, won the 1982 U.S. Amateur here. Eduardo Romero was crowned U.S. Senior Open king in 2008. In 2011, So Yeon Ryu from South Korea took extra holes to claim the U.S. Women’s Open prize.¶ The memorable moments included below transcend the confines of time and have become part of The Broadmoor’s lore. »

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LATE AFTERNOON, SEPTEMBER 19, 1959

THE KID MIGHT HAVE A FUTURE The Broadmoor’s golf roots run deep in the amateur game, and in 1959 the USGA brought one of its oldest events, the U.S. Amateur, to the East course. The field included several notables, among them Bobby Jones III, son of a legend; and twotime winner and defending champ, 35-year-old Oklahoma oil guy Charlie Coe. Oh, and a teenager named Jack Nicklaus. At 19, Nicklaus had spent the summer of ’59 establishing himself as one of the most talented amateurs in the country with several impressive wins. He was poised for his breakthrough performance. He easily dispatched Jones in the first round. Prior to the match, when Jones informed his father that his opening round opponent was the strapping young buck from Ohio, Bob Jr. replied that he’d stay home in Atlanta rather than “fly to Colorado just to watch you play 12 holes.” Apparently, word was already out. Charlie Coe was another matter. In the vernacular of the day, Charlie could “golf his ball.” He’d captained the Walker Cup team the previous May and had become something of an amateur legend by then, holding virtually all the amateur records at the Masters. Two years later, as a professional, he astounded the golf world by tying Arnold Palmer for second place in the tournament. The tall, angular Westerner with flinty piercing eyes had been dubbed “Wyatt Earp”

Charlie Coe, left, congratulates Jack Nicklaus on his win in the 1959 U.S. Amateur Championship.

IT CERTAINLY WAS BOTH THE MOST EXHILARATING AND EXHAUSTING DUEL I HAVE EVER BEEN ENGAGED IN.” by teammate Harvey Ward (he dubbed Nicklaus “Snow White.” Of course he was later better known as the “Golden Bear.”) Their final 36 holes are regarded as one of the most memorable head-to-head matchups in golf history. John English, Assistant Executive Director of the USGA, described the back and forth action as “classic

drama” in Golf Journal, and Nicklaus concurred in his first book, The Greatest Game of All, writing: “It certainly was both the most exhilarating and exhausting duel I have ever been engaged in.” Golf ’s version of High Noon arrived at the 18th hole, with the match all square, except in this version, Coe, evoking Gary Cooper’s Will Cane, wasn’t standing when the credits rolled. Both golfers drove it in the fairway, Nicklaus about three yards beyond Coe. The defending champ hit first, a little long into a swale behind the green, an impossible up and down from there. Nicklaus, noting the miscue, clubbed down and punched to about eight feet below the hole. Game, set, and

match, right? Not quite yet. Coe calmly assessed his plight, and then chipped downhill, his ball rolling quicker than a beach ball in March. It stopped one revolution shy of the hole. Nicklaus conceded the par. “I was left with what is still today probably the most important putt in my life,” he says. Over the ball in what would later in his career become that familiar crouch, Nicklaus holed it, center cut. “It was my first major-type win” (the Amateur was considered a major back then), he remarked. “I’ve said it before, and I still feel the same way, that if there was ever really a moment when a man can say a dream began, that victory at The Broadmoor was the moment,” Nicklaus wrote in his autobiography. Lear n mor e at Broadmoor .com

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A LIFETIME OF MOMENTS

No account of anything golf-related at The Broadmoor is complete without a Judy Bell story or three. Her name is synonymous with greatness. And while some of the moments that she remembers didn’t actually happen on the golf course, they clearly qualify as great. Like the moment in 1960 when Bell was informed that she had fulfilled her lifelong dream and been included on the Curtis Cup team representing the United States. Bell was playing in a fourball tournament with Barbara McIntire in Hollywood, Fla., when she got a call. “I couldn’t believe it, I

Annika Sorenstam, U.S. Women’s Open, 1995

thought it was from some jokester,” she recalls. “My life’s ambition was to make the Curtis Cup team.” The next morning, Bell picked up a couple of newspapers on her way to play in the final round of the tournament and found herself distracted by the news. “I was useless to Barbara in the match and we got beat in 36 holes,” she says with a chuckle. “It was the most excited I’d ever been about anything in golf, and really I would bet we could have beat those two players 90 out of a hundred times, but I was out of my head.” The Matriarch of Broadmoor golf, the Colorado Springs resident won the then-nationally important Broadmoor Women’s Amateur title three

times and was a Curtis Cupper twice. In 1996 she became the first and only woman elected as USGA President. When asked about the significance of the gender issue, she replied in her typically nonplussed fashion: “I’d known that I was a female for 50 some years, so it was no surprise to me.” Perhaps her crowning moment came in 2001, when she was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. It was October, a breathlessly resplendent autumn day in the Springs, and Bell was at home when the call came. This time she knew it wasn’t some jokester. “I was thrilled of course, but I didn’t see how I fit in,” she humbly admits. History begs to differ.

Jim Baird, Tess McCleod and a young Judy Bell in 1948.

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SUNDAY AFTERNOON, JULY 16, 1995

COMEBACK KID Twenty-four year old Annika Sorenstam came to The Broadmoor in the summer of 1995, a year and a half into her professional career and barely a blip on the golf media’s radar as a potential contender for the 50th U.S. Women’s Open championship trophy. The experts had names like Sheehan, Mallon and King on that list, but nary a Swede. Sorenstam’s first memorable moment arrived on Tuesday afternoon, before the tournament even began. “I nearly got DQ’d,” she says. “The USGA people were scrambling to find me; I guess there was a deadline to register, but I just didn’t know you had to officially enter the tournament.” That rookie naïveté would be a thing of the past just five days later. After some brilliant golf on day one, Sorenstam, shooting a nifty 67, was tied for the lead with the ’81 champ, Pat Bradley. But after shooting a 69 on the first day, Meg Mallon shot to the top of the leaderboard Saturday after she shot a 66. On Sunday morning, Mallon was five strokes ahead of Sorenstam. It’s helpful to have a short

IT’S HELPFUL TO HAVE A SHORT MEMORY IN PROFESSIONAL GOLF. SORENSTAM DOESN’T RECALL THE FIRST 63 HOLES THAT WEEK, BUT SHE RIGHTED HER SHIP IN THE FINAL ROUND.” memory in professional golf. Sorenstam doesn’t recall the first 63 holes that week, but as she made the turn in the final round, she righted her ship. “I came around holes nine, 10, and 11 playing pretty well,” Sorenstam recalls. “I was just

Fans storm the 18th green at the 2008 USGA Senior Open.

happy to see my name on the leaderboard.” Then the wheels got wobbly. She struggled on the par-5 17th hole but somehow scrambled to a par. On 18, she hit her tee shot into the fairway and managed a tap-in for par. They invited her into the tower for an interview and to watch the last groups come in. After Mallon came up short on her last putt, the significance of the moment overcame Sorenstam. “The celebration, calling my parents in Sweden, the tears, the massive trophy with tissue stuck in it—it was all so amazing,” she fondly recalls. It was her first LPGA win and truly a Major moment.

Bear sighting at the 2008 USGA Senior Open.

THE EAST COURSE

All three courses are immaculate, which can induce clinical guilt on anyone who takes a divot out of the pristine green. The historic East is clearly the resort’s darling. From the first hole, an uphill par-4, to the short par-5 on the ninth that sweeps right to left but tilts left to right like a fall-away turn on a World Cup downhill ski course, to the 18th, where so many USGA championships have been decided, the East defines perfection. But with wider fairways and reasonable length from the white tees at this altitude, you can post a decent score here. If and only if you remember this single forewarning: Keep your ball below the hole. On every single hole. As 1995 U.S. Women’s Open winner on the East, Annika Sorenstam, recalls: “It’s a good course from tee to green, but I would say it’s all about the greens. They’re small, they’re undulated, and you have to be on the right side.”

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A WILD ENCOUNTER Deer, elk, red fox, coyotes and eagles (the winged variety) are all commonplace. But when it’s the second round of a USGA Senior Championship on national television and a huge black bear ambles onto the course? Not so much. Dottie Pepper, a retired star of the LPGA tour, was covering the 2008 Senior Open on The Broadmoor’s East course. She’d been cautioned to keep an eye out for wildlife, as food was scarce in the surrounding foothills. Pepper overheard the guys in the trailer talking during a commercial break

about reports of bear sightings on the course, and “suddenly I see this bear barreling over a hill through a bunker coming directly at me,” she recalls. “Our mics are on during the breaks, and I yelled ‘Oh my God, you guys, it’s a bear!’” Although the bear found its way off the course without incident, the moment didn’t go unnoticed. Over the course of the next few days, ESPN ran the video repeatedly, probably providing The Broadmoor with as much publicity as any other single event in its long history. As Pepper points out: “When senior golf leads ESPN’s SportsCenter, you know you’ve got something good going on.”

Built as the South course in 1976, it got a full makeover by the Nicklaus design team and reopened in 2006 to national acclaim. A favorite photograph in the clubhouse features a large bear tending a pin on an empty Mountain course fairway; it’s unclear if he’s an escapee from the nearby Cheyenne Mountain Zoo or a wild Papa Bear demonstrating proper golf etiquette. Like the bear in the photo, this course is a behemoth and can get nasty when it wants to. Its course rating is 75.8 from the back tees, which means scratch golfers are unlikely to break 75, let alone par. Gaping carries from blind tee shots, sidehill fairways with serious pitch, and the wind that comes from the altitude make extra ammo a necessity.

THE WEST COURSE

One of the original two Broadmoor courses, a combination of Donald Ross and Robert Trent Jones Sr. design brilliance, the West is generally considered the most benign of the three golf options here. With a slope of only 130 feet from the tips, the course can appear to be a relative pushover. It isn’t. Devious bunker placement, sharp doglegs, and tiered greens that demand the correct club choice make for a bevy of bogeys and worse. The difference between playing from the back tees and moving up one on each tee box, like the vistas, is dramatic. The stretch between holes 9 and 11 is a highlight; it has two special par-3s and a brutish par-5.

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f you’re the type of diner who listens politely as the waiter rattles off the evening’s specials at your favorite restaurant, knowing the whole time you’ll just get your usual, you’re probably also the type of spa-goer who peruses the treatment menu only to settle on the Swedish massage time and again. And who can blame you? You know what you like, and you don’t see the point of messing with a good thing. Because let’s face it: A good Swedish massage is a very good thing. ¶ But what about those special occasions when you visit that renowned, award-winning restaurant? You wouldn’t dream of ordering off the standard menu when you can sample the chef ’s special creations. Similarly, at the Forbes Five-Star Broadmoor Spa, you owe it to yourself to explore beyond the standards. With treatments that range from the Wine Down package—a Chardonnay sugar scrub, followed by a massage, manicure and pedicure—to an Aragan oil scalp treatment, getting out of your comfort zone is anything but uncomfortable. »

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Five minutes in the Serenity Shower is all you need to glimpse a little piece of heaven.

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SPORTS&LEISURE LET THE PAMPERING BEGIN An admitted stick-withwhat-you-know kind of gal, I was hesitant when Spa Director Cassie Hernandez suggested I try a series of scrub, shower and soak treatments. After all, the words “exfoliate,” “microderm abrasion” and “chemical peel” don’t necessarily connote relaxation in my mind. Nonetheless, I like the idea of having something— like soft skin and a glowing complexion—to show for my spa visit, so I signed up for the Broadmoor Combination—a cinnamon body scrub followed by a Serenity Shower, the Almond Blossom Bath Soak, and the Vibraderm/Oxygen facial, hoping that they would leave me not only relaxed but also visibly renewed. After giving me a quick tour of the recently renovated locker room and wet area—with steam room, showers, soaking tubs and sauna—and a brief visit to the loo where I threw caution to the wind and tried the futuristic, fully automated toilet (a “treatment” in and of itself )—my greeter showed me to the Mountain View room. I unfolded on a lounge chair and drank in the expansive views of the golf course from the picture windows until my therapist, Ashley, arrived and led me to the first treatment room. A small bamboo tray with a sample of the cinnamon scrub sat on the massage table. After listing the active ingredients and explaining the process of a body scrub, she left the room while I settled in. For 30 minutes or so, Ashley gently massaged the scrub over my arms, hands, legs, feet and back to slough away the top layers of skin parched by the long, dry Colorado winter. I felt my muscles and mind relax as much as or more than they do during a deep tissue massage as

Ashley expertly applied reflexology and myofascial release methods. When the treatment was finished, she wiped off most of the scrub and then led me back to the women’s locker room, where the Serenity Shower washed away what remained of the gritty scrub. HYDROTHERAPY Eighteen shower heads set to the perfect pressure and temperature and positioned to hit all the key spots—shoulders, low back, calves and scalp— washed away the last remaining tension I held in my muscles. For five minutes the water alternated between hot and warm, with a cold blast at the end to close up my pores, Ashley explained. After I’d toweled off, Ashley helped dry my feet

signed him up. Not a fan of massage or touch therapy of any kind and a former football and baseball player with chronically tight muscles and creaky joints, he was wary of letting a stranger walk on his back. I worried what gripes I might hear after the fact for “subjecting him” to the experience. All I heard when I found him later, splayed out on the bed in our hotel room, was snoring—no complaints. A few days after we returned home, he mentioned that he preferred the ashiatsu because the pressure was more dispersed and not as sharp or “digging” as a traditional shiatsu or Swedish treatment. “Ashiatsu requires additional training at a certi-

use for the procedure and explained how it works. A wand with a fine-grain surface made from crushed diamonds is pulled across the skin to remove the top, dead layers. Another machine infuses oxygen and a skin-type-specific serum deep into the lower layers of the skin to improve its elasticity and remove wrinkles. I was expecting an experience befitting the term “abrasion,” but, in fact, it was quite gentle, and Susan’s soft touch was soothing enough that I dozed off in the middle of the treatment. Finished 15 minutes ahead of schedule, Susan offered to fill the remaining time with a mini-massage of my choice—feet, hands or scalp.

fied school,” says Hernandez. “Ashley has been performing this service for more than four years and is known for her understanding of the body and the pressure points that need to be targeted for the perfect marriage between deep tissue and therapeutic work.”

LASTING EFFECTS I reluctantly rose from the table when Susan had finished, and I strode slowly back to the locker room, where I examined my noticeably firmer cheeks, plumper lips and baby soft skin in the mirror. In fact, I admired the results in my bathroom mirror for weeks after my visit. I’ve never done that after a standard massage, the effects of which always seem to fade far too fast. In the weeks since, I’ve found myself perusing The Broadmoor Spa’s website, plotting which signature treatment I’ll select on my next visit.

EIGHTEEN SHOWER HEADS WASHED AWAY THE LAST REMAINING TENSION I HELD IN MY MUSCLES.” before slipping on my sandals and led me to the tub room. I dipped into the AlmondBlossom milk soak and practically melted. I watched the little rubber ducky—a fun touch that speaks to The Broadmoor Spa’s attention to detail—bob at the foot of the tub as the water lapped over my refreshed skin. If I hadn’t had one more treatment ahead of me, I could have soaked for hours. STAND AND DELIVER After toweling off again, I said goodbye to Ashley, who hurried away to find my husband for the ashiatsu massage for which Hernandez and I

ABOUT FACE After I had another brief rest in the Mountain View room, Susan, a 14-year veteran at The Broadmoor, led me to the facial treatment room. Before she began the treatment, she showed me the machine she’d

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THE RESTAURANTS AT THE BRO A DMOOR PLAY The Broadmoor’s newest addition. Family entertainment and dining including: bowling, shuffleboard and game stations. An innovative yet casual menu that plays on comfort food and world cuisine. Specializing in Colorado beer, wine and spirits. PENROSE ROOM Colorado’s only Five Star, Five Diamond restaurant SUMMIT An American brasserie with a contemporary design and innovative cocktail program CHARLES COURT American food and wine with a focus on local ingredients TAVERN The best steaks and seafood in town for over 70 years THE GOLDEN BEE Colorado Springs’ traditional English pub for over 50 years LAKE TERRACE DINING ROOM Enjoy European – American elegance in The Broadmoor’s original dining room, with picturesque views of Cheyenne Lake and the mountains. GOLF CLUB DINING ROOM & PATIO A casual welcoming dining experience with golf course views CAFE JULIE & ESPRESSO NEWS Casual eateries with coffees, fresh pastries, sandwiches, and salads HOTEL BAR Cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres with patio seating alongside Cheyenne Lake WEST LOBBY BAR Small plates and signature cocktails in a fashionable setting

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hat’s the best way to enjoy yourself at Play? Any way you like it. Guests can enjoy a meal in the dining room, strike up a conversation in the intimate lounge, play shuffleboard or bowl on one of six lanes while noshing on snacks and apps from one of the most eclectic and tantalizing menus anywhere—all in an inviting, luxuriously retro atmosphere that invites patrons to unwind and enjoy. »

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THE FOOD AND DRINK

“Fun is the name of the game at Play,” says Bertrand Bouquin, Executive Chef of the Broadmoor. That whimsical spirit certainly extends to the menu, which features snacks, munchies, entrees and desserts that revolve around globally inspired dishes and inventive twists on classic American comfort foods. You’ll find Nonna’s meatball marinara rubbing shoulders with Matzo Ball soup and a ballpark-style hot dog served with house-made relish; as well as Asian-inspired dishes such as a Coconut Curry Chicken kabob, Hawaiian Poke, and sushi rolls—try the excellent crispy shrimp tempura roll served with mango red chile paste. There’s even a whimsical homage on Chinese takeout featuring sweet and sour popcorn shrimp served in a takeout container alongside pork-fried rice and a veggie egg roll. “Management fully encouraged our creativity in the creation of these dishes,” says Chef Bouquin, who developed the menu along with Executive

Sous Chef of Restaurants David Patterson and the dining staff. The fun extends to the beverages as well, with “adult” milkshakes such as a Cherry Mint Julep (cherry ice cream, whiskey and mint cream), the Purple Pin (Gin, Crème de Violette, raspberries, mint and Play is open 11 vanilla ice crushed Oreo a.m.–1 a.m. Monday cream) and cookies). through Friday; 9 the Perfect Feeling a.m.–1 a.m. Saturday 300 (cake batreally playful? and Sunday. Young ter ice cream Try a shaved adults under 21 and vanilla ice with fun years of age must rum). The bevflavors such be accompanied by erage menu as blue cotan adult 21 years of also features ton candy, age or older after 10 cocktails, an wedding cake p.m. Play is available international or Georgia for private dining wine list and peach. and events. ColoradoTHE brewed craft GAMES beers. Bowling is enjoying a huge There are also plenty of tasty surge of renewed interest non-alcoholic options, such around the world, fueled in as the Bana-Butter milkshake large part by new interest (caramelized banana and from younger bowlers and peanut-butter ice cream with the advent of full-service a Nutella swirl) and Black and Whites (vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce topped with

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“entertainment” bowling centers such as Play. In true Broadmoor style, the resort enlisted two technicians trained by Brunswick Bowling, the leader in the bowling industry since 1890, to manage the bowling alley at Play. And while the six-lane, cherry-wood alleys are the centerpiece of the hip, retro-styled space, bowling isn’t the only game in town. Play also offers shuffleboard and other traditional games, as well as six widescreen televisions equipped with a variety of gaming systems, including Wii, PlayStation and Xbox. Play also features a state-of-the-art sound system and lighting—perfect for your private event.

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B Y M I C H A E L C O S TA

“It’s an awesome time to be at The Broadmoor,” says Executive Chef Bertrand Bouquin. “All our chefs have the same vision: to be the best. I’m trying to share that vision with everybody and bring them along for the ride.” That ride started last October when Bouquin became only the fifth Executive Chef in The Broadmoor’s 95-year history, succeeding Siegfried “Sigi” Eisenberger, who oversaw the resort’s kitchens for the past 20 years. »

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Mark Musial, Chef de Cuisine at Summit, and Justin Miller, Chef de Cuisine at Charles Court, carve a roast with help from an apprentice.

Bouquin had already been at The Broadmoor for seven years, starting as Executive Chef of the Penrose Room— currently the only restaurant in Colorado with simultaneous Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond accolades— then adding his Executive Chef expertise to the cutting-edge cuisine at Summit. Bouquin later became the Executive Sous Chef of Restaurants, and finally, Executive Chef of the property last fall. Because of Bouquin’s hands-on history at The Broadmoor, he’s perhaps uniquely qualified to identify areas that, while already recognized as five-star, five-diamond quality, could be taken to an even higher level with an infusion of extraordinary culinary talent. To help realize his vision, Bouquin hand-picked a dining dream team, adding Execu-

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EXECUTIVE DECISIONS

“I want The Broadmoor to be a culinary destination—part of the overall beauty of the property,” says Bouquin, a native of Nevers, France, who

ON A TYPICAL DAY I COULD BE IN THE PENROSE ROOM TALKING ABOUT FIVE-STAR CUISINE; THEN TEN MINUTES LATER I’M AT THE BROADMOOR WEST WORKING ON THE PLAY MENU AND MAKING SUSHI. IT’S ALL ABOUT ENSURING OUR RESTAURANTS MAINTAIN UNIQUE IDENTITIES.”

tive Sous Chef of Restaurants David Patterson from Alain Ducasse’s Adour Restaurant at The St. Regis in New York; Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas from the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills; and Executive Baker Johann Willar from the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida. Together, they’re taking the re-

came to The Broadmoor from the legendary Maisonette in Cincinnati, the longest running five-star restaurant in North America (41 years) before closing in 2005. Bouquin understands the thin line between positive change and the culinary version of gilding the lily. The Broadmoor is the longest-

running five-star, five-diamond property in North America (54 and 37 years, respectively) and with the aforementioned Penrose Room, the standards have been set at the highest level. But Bouquin says high times are often the best time to improve because it can be done strategically rather than out of desperation. “We’re refocusing all our menus right now, but we always listen to our guests,” he says. “We want to try new things and be a little more avant-garde, but we can’t forget what brought us here: our regular guests. We want to educate them slowly with our new dishes, and I think that’s going to keep us successful.” One example of refocusing is the Tavern. The décor has been brightened, including new logoed plates and napkins, while a streamlined menu developed by new Executive Sous Chef Patterson makes it “truly a steakhouse now,” Bouquin explains. “Before it was more of a family restaurant with some steaks on the menu, but now it’s really a steakhouse like you’d see in New York City or Chicago. We also hired our own butcher, who hand-cuts all our steaks here, so now we have better quality meat, too.” At The Golden Bee (“All the Buzz, page 50”), an expanded menu includes more than 24 beers on tap; a dedicated gin and tonic bar with eight different gins; and a larger, more authentic selection of English pub food based on field research by Bouquin and Director of Food and Beverage Craig Reed. Bee regulars will be happy to see the classic Bee Cheese is back—a blend of American cheese, butter, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, dry sherry, mustard, and lemon juice, spreadable on crackers and chips.

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sort’s 19 restaurants, cafés, and lounges into unprecedented territory for variety, quality, and authenticity. They join Executive Sous Chef of Banquets John Frazier, who worked at the Phoenician and Fairmont Scottsdale resorts before coming to The Broadmoor. In fact, it could be said that The Broadmoor’s “If you’ve been here, you know” motto doesn’t entirely apply to the dining options anymore—customers can still enjoy their favorites, but there’s more first-time flavors to discover than ever before.

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Led by Bouquin and his executive team, the Broadmoorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 30chefs and 27 culinary apprentices maintain an attention to detail and commitment to excellence you find only in the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest hotels and restaurants. top left: Executive Sous Chef of Banquets John Frazier.

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Bouquin’s plan for Summit and the Penrose Room is further refinement of an already top-level guest experience, focusing on elevating flavors and leaving the rest intact. But on the other side of Cheyenne Lake in the Broadmoor West building, the changes are striking. Play is a new venue that combines bowling with a fun, family friendly menu featuring more than 40 items. “It’s playful, exciting, and has a little bit of everything: hamburgers, hot dogs, flatbread pizzas, five kinds of French fries, and some Asian flair with sushi and rice bowls,” says Bouquin. “We also have classic sundaes like banana splits, and milkshakes for kids and adults—the grown up versions have alcohol.” Also new to the property is Ristorante del Lago, an Italian restaurant that will replace Charles Court in 2014. It’s

being designed by Adam Tihany— who also created Summit—and will feature an authentic 900-degree wood-fired pizza oven like the ones used in Naples, widely considered the birthplace of pizza. Other highlights in the Italian venue will be a large communal table where guests can watch the action in the nearby open kitchen, and a charcuterie station, featuring Italian meats and cheeses sliced to

ALL OUR CHEFS HAVE THE SAME VISION: TO BE THE BEST.”

order in front of the customer. “We think 40 to 50 percent of the menu will be produced in the front of the restaurant, where the guests can see it,” says Bouquin. “We’ll have an aging room for the cheeses, prosciuttos, salumi, and other meats. It’s going to be a lot of fun, and I can’t wait for this place to open.”

All the Buzz THE GOLDEN BEE EXPANDS WITH MORE ROOM AND A NEW MENU YET STAYS TRUE TO ITS FUN-LOVING ENGLISH PUB ROOTS. he Golden Bee has a new 19th century-style London pub façade, and seating has been doubled to more than 130. A tented rooftop terrace was also added for an additional 42 seats. Hostesses now greet guests and guide them through the revamped space, and a more family-friendly atmosphere means parents can bring their kids during all hours of operation. The dress code is resort casual, and the new Bee is open every day from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. The menu has been expanded as well, and the Bee’s famous live piano can be heard from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and again from 10 p.m. to midnight.

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BOWLING AND THE BOOT

“Wine to me is passion. It’s family and friends. It’s warmth of heart and generosity of spirit.” ~ Robert Mondavi

Robert Mondavi’s original vision was to produce wines from the Napa Valley that would stand in the company of the world’s finest. Mondavi’s Napa wines continue to reflect the elegance, harmony and balance Robert foresaw when he founded the winery in 1966.

Robert Mondavi& Simi wines are proudly poured at these Broadmoor locations:

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“At Simi Winery, the pleasures of wine and food are as important as its rich history, estate vineyards and cuttingedge winemaking practices.” ~ Simi Winery

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Patterson, who steps into Bouquin’s previous position as Executive Sous Chef, is making sure all these concepts stay true to their origins—each must have its own identity and offerings that aren’t duplicated elsewhere on property. “If you make a menu with a bunch of cookbooks in front of you, and you pick a dish from one book and another dish from a different book, at the end of the day you have a menu that doesn’t make sense,” explains Bouquin. “With David, we can stay true to each theme by monitoring menus, and looking at what customers like and don’t like.” It might seem like a towering task for Patterson, but in addition to working for Alain Ducasse in New York, Paris, and Monaco, he also

spent a year traveling through Asia, Southeast Asia, India, the Middle East, North Africa, and more, educating himself in each region’s tastes, broadening his palate, and ultimately transferring that expertise to The Broadmoor’s menus. Patterson grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, and also worked with Bouquin early in his career at Cincinnati’s Maisonette. As a result, the two share a sort of

Executive Sous Chef David Patterson’s broad experience makes him perfectly suited to his role, in which he ensures The Broadmoor’s menus are internationally diverse and authentic.

culinary telepathy, understanding and executing the gastronomic goals at The Broadmoor in unison. “I’m really comfortable transitioning through the different types of cuisines here,” says Patterson. “On a typical day I could be in the Penrose Room talking about five-star cuisine; then ten minutes later I’m at the Broadmoor West working on the Play menu and making sushi, and after that I could be at the Tavern refining our classic American steakhouse menu. It’s all about ensuring our restaurants maintain unique identities.” The international ingenuity continues with Executive Pastry Chef Thomas and Executive Baker Willar. Thomas is a native of San Diego, has worked in Singapore, and

Garden Fresh WELCOME TO LE JARDIN, A GLAMOROUS FINE-DINING DESTINATION WITH A LIGHT AND AIRY ENGLISH CONSERVANCY FEEL. ormerly the Garden Room, Le Jardin sports a brighter color scheme, white upholstered booths, strategically placed florals, 16-foot chandelier, exposed stone, and beautiful artwork that will dazzle regulars and new customers alike. The entryway leading into Le Jardin was also renovated. Formerly known as the Mayan Room, it has been renamed Entre Deux, helping to bridge the Toulouse-Lautrec theme from the Tavern dining room through Le Jardin. The restaurant’s new menu (see main story) adds a final experiential touch to this atrium gem in the Broadmoor Main building.

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PENROSE ROOM Colorado’s only five-star, five-diamond restaurant and a Broadmoor institution. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations required.

SUMMIT A modern American bistro named one of America’s 10 Best Hotel Restaurants by Frommer’s. Open for brunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.

TAVERN An intimate pub feeling at the front of the house is complemented by the airy and bright Le Jardin at the back. Serving steak and seafood for lunch and dinner daily. Reservations recommended.

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LAKE TERRACE Serving breakfast daily and a stunning Sunday brunch with views of Cheyenne Lake and the Rocky Mountains. Open daily 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., and Sundays until 1:30. Reservations recommended for Sunday Brunch.

GOLF CLUB DINING ROOM With views of the renowned East Course and a comfortable covered patio, it’s a great place to enjoy lunch or dinner May through October. Reservations recommended.

PLAY Located in The Broadmoor West T ower, the sophisticated but fun atmosphere—bowling anyone?— is perfect for kids of all ages, just like the menu. Open daily 11 a.m.–1 a.m.

GOLDEN BEE A lively English pub with a menu to match—think fish and chips, plus plenty of fine ales—and live music

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helped open Gordon Ramsay’s eponymous restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Powerscourt in Ireland. While there, Thomas also won the 2009 Valrhona International C3 Dessert Competition in Cologne, Germany. Thomas’s favorite ingredient is chocolate, and a proven crowd pleaser among his recipes is one using feuilletine—small, sweet and crunchy pastry flakes that he incorporates into desserts. “Everywhere I go it’s popular on banquet menus,” says Thomas. “We top a sheet of brownie with a layer of crunchy feuilletine or praline paste and ground toasted crepes. Then we pour a layer of ganache on it, and top it with chocolate Chantilly. We’ll cut it into bars and serve it with ice cream or sorbet.” If you’ve had any freshbaked bread or other doughy delights at The Broadmoor recently, they came from Willar’s kitchen. A thirdgeneration baker from Armentières in northern

France, Willar started his career at 15 years old. “We’re bringing European breads to The Broadmoor using classic recipes from different regions in France and Italy,” says Willar. “We’re also using seasonal fruit in our Danish, and we have two separate doughs for croissants and Danishes. We have a lot of freedom, and we come up with new items every day,” he says. The Broadmoor’s guests aren’t the only ones noticing Willar’s wizardry. Locals from Colorado Springs arrive regularly at Café Espresso News to pick up Willar’s breads and take them home—something that didn’t happen before he arrived.

GOLF CLUB GRILLE A casual sports bar serving a sit-down or takeout lunch and dinner menu for golf and tennis players and spa guests. Open daily. Reservations not required.

MOUNTAIN CLUBHOUSE Located on the Mountain Golf Course and serving light lunch and evening appetizers seasonally. Reservations not required.

Executive Baker Johann Willar (right) and an apprentice make fresh baked goods daily.

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arbecue university at The Broadmoor is a serious three-day grilling and barbecuing class in a magnificent vacation setting. Participants learn useful culinary skills in the morning, and enjoy one of the premier resorts and mountain settings in the afternoons and evenings. It’s very much a hands-on experience. We have a collection of more than 30 different grills that we set out on the terrace at Cheyenne Mountain Lodge, and we use them to learn all five methods of live-fire cooking—cooking over wood, charcoal and gas, in a wood-burning oven and on a hibachi. We also learn techniques like direct and indirect »

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DINING Menu items go way beyond steak and ribs. BBQ U covers a world of food and techniques.

grilling, smoking, pit roasting and cooking in embers. We cover all the major rubs, barbecue sauces and marinades, and all the major food groups; from icons of barbecue like brisket, pork shoulder and ribs to things that you would never dream you could grill, like pizza and dessert. In fact, learning to grill an entire meal—appetizer, salad, main course, side dishes and dessert—is really the starting point for BBQ U.

SMOKE AND FIRE Barbecue is loved all over the world. Nobody gathers around a stove to watch a pot of soup boil, but everyone gathers around the grill to partake of the smoke and the fire. It’s universally appealing and is

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executed differently in every country, culture and region. This makes barbecued and grilled foods endlessly varied and, to me, endlessly fascinating. I’ve been a writer my entire life and I’m particularly interested in the intersection of food, history and culture. I’ve traveled to 53 countries on six continents over the past 20 years researching barbecuing and grilling, and I try to bring a global perspective to the class and introduce students to a wide variety of cooking styles and techniques. CULTURAL CONNECTIONS We get people not only from all over the country, but from all around the world. We had a gentleman from Guam one

year who brought ingredients and showed us what Guamanian barbecue is like. We’ve also had people from Australia, the United Arab Emirates, Bermuda and Puerto Rico. Everyone adds a little piece of

ON THE MENU I draw from traditional recipes and styles from around the world when developing recipes for BBQ U—and often add a unique twist. At the upcoming session, for example, we’ll prepare a dish I call a New Philly Cheesesteak—it’s a whole beef tenderloin stuffed with fire-roasted peppers, grilled onions and provolone cheese, then grilled and sliced. A few years ago we introduced a Global Tailgate Party on the third day of the class, which features foods that you might not think of grilling but that are great for feeding a crowd. This year we’re doing Buffa-que Shrimp, which is my take on buffalo wings but with smoked and spiced shrimp. Students are always delighted by what we call extreme grilling, where we might cook lamb chops on a shovel over a hot fire, or smoke eggs to make a smoked egg salad. In general, if something tastes good baked, fried or sautéed, it’s going to taste better grilled.

GRILLING GURU Steven Raichlen has authored more then 28 books on barbecuing and grilling, and recently released a new e-Book, Secrets of the World’s Best Grilling. Designed for the iPad and available on iTunes, the digital publication includes photographs, slide shows and videos that detail each recipe from start to finish. THE BROADMOOR WILL HOST TWO SESSIONS OF BARBECUE UNIVERSITY, JUNE 5–8 AND JUNE 9–12, 2013.

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TEAMWORK A typical grilling session starts with an hourlong introduction to the day’s lessons, and then the class is divided into teams to execute the recipes under my supervision. The teams change from day to day, and there’s a camaraderie that develops by the end. We start the class with 60 people who’ve never worked together before, and by the end they’re a well-honed and well-oiled grilling machine. Students not only prepare the meals, they’re also responsible for plating the dishes, and that brings out people’s innate artistry. I’ve seen some really elaborate presentations, and creativity is highly encouraged.

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ENTER THE WILD WITH THE BROADMOOR’S RANCH AT EMERALD VALLEY AND CLOUD CAMP—TWO NEW DEVELOPMENTS THAT OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO COMMUNE WITH NATURE AND RECHARGE IN A LUXURIOUSLY RUSTIC SETTING. BY CL AUDI A CA R B ONE

THE MAIN LODGE AT THE BROADMOOR’S RANCH AT EMERALD VALLEY WILL PROVIDE A MULTI-PURPOSE SPACE FOR GUESTS TO INTERACT AND UNWIND.

For nearly a century, The Broadmoor has reigned over the hospitality industry with unwavering gentility and grace. Her founders, Spencer and Julie Penrose, set out to make their hotel “America’s finest hostelry,” and they did just that. Indeed, her very bones are made of gold, as the concrete used in construction was crafted from tailings from Penrose gold mills in Cripple Creek. Her style, thanks to Julie, embodies the elegance of European design. Her heart and soul are pure Colorado. She is warm, refined and always a lady in the parlor … until now. As she nears her 100th year, the Grand Dame of the Rockies reveals her wild side in The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley. >>>

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S GUEST ROOMS WILL BE DECORATED WITH CUSTOM-CRAFTED WESTERN FURNISHINGS AND BOLD ART.

THE RANCH’S COMMON AREAS ARE DESIGNED TO INVITE CONVERSATION AND RELAXATION.

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teeped in history and lovingly restored, this historic property features a cluster of 10 luxuriously renovated vintage cabins and a grand lodge nestled among old growth Ponderosa pine in the shadow of the rocky dome of Vigil Peak. Encircled by more than 100,000 acres of wilderness in the Pike National Forest, the secluded enclave sits high above The Broadmoor at 8,200 feet above sea level; where the air is pure, the sun is strong and the cobalt sky is so close you can almost touch it. Another piece of The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience is taking shape high on Cheyenne Mountain in a secluded getaway appropriately called Cloud Camp. The Camp stands majestically atop a bluff at 9,200 feet and rests on the footprint of Cheyenne Mountain Lodge, built in 1925 by Spencer Penrose as a respite for travelers braving the drive up the twisty road he built to the summit. “Cloud Camp will complement The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley, with both being a part of the overall Broadmoor Wilderness Experience,” says Steve Bartolin, president and CEO of The Broadmoor. “One is at the summit of Cheyenne Mountain, the other in a valley of Pike National Forest, and both are connected by a network of trails.” Guests at the Ranch can fill their days fishing, canoeing, hiking and horseback riding or, if they just want to absorb the clean mountain air, relax on the banks of Little Fountain Creek or in a lounge chair in front of a fire pit. Guides and instructors are available for all activities. Here, the notion that you are in the wild is never far from their minds, and fostering a deeper appreciation of nature is a priority. Connie Dorsey, an outdoor man with a long career in tourism who most recently was General Manager at C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, Colo., oversees the wilderness experience. His job is to initiate guests into the backcountry, and he’s quick to point out that they need not know how to light a fire or pitch a tent before they come. “We’ll teach them outdoor skills that will allow them to safely enjoy Colorado’s Rocky Mountain wilderness in a way that few people get to,” Dorsey says. “It’s an exhilarating experience—a forever experience.”

LUXURIOUS LODGING In true Broadmoor tradition, the grand

lodge and cabins at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley are splendidly appointed with the finest furniture and fabrics from Tweeds, a high-end furnishing and design

firm in Woodland Park, Colo. “The decor is a celebration of the mountain lifestyle,” says Milt Sommers, owner and designer at Tweeds. “I’m thrilled to see them restoring the camp.” Each cabin—seven one-bedroom, two two-bedroom and one three-bedroom—is decorated with rich leather, soft hides and textured fabrics that complement the OldWest aura, while pieces from Old Hickory—a historic furniture company—tie it all together. Each cabin features a colorful hand-woven rug made by members of the Zapotec tribe of Mexico’s Oaxaca Valley. Crafted in 100-percent wool or half-wool and half-mohair, the rugs are custom-made to coordinate with the color palette in each cabin. Earth tones splashed with bold colors offset the brown hues of the original log walls and wood floors. New wood-burning fireplaces warm every cabin and provide a focal point. Bathrooms are five-star quality, with stone and tile textures inspired by native stones found at The Ranch. The overall effect is stunning. “It’s an elegant and comfortable rustic feel with historic elements,” says Tanner Coy, Sommers’ partner at Tweeds.

THE BROADMOOR’S RANCH AT EMERALD VALLEY WILL FEATURE LUXURIOUSLY APPOINTED GUEST CABINS MODELED AFTER THE ORIGINALS, SHOWN HERE IN 1919.

AUSPICIOUS BEGINNINGS Much of the charm of The Ranch lies in its

history, which dates back to the turn of the 20th century when Grace Episcopal Church built the first cabin here as a retreat in 1904. Six years later, the Girl Scouts bought the building and used it and the grounds as a camp. After opening The Broadmoor in 1918, Spencer Penrose discovered the property, which sits eight miles up a steep road from the hotel. Thinking it would make an ideal getaway for indulging his love of the mountains and for entertaining friends, he bought the site in 1923 and named it Camp Vigil, after the 10,000-foot peak that overlooks it. He formed the Pikes Peak Camping and Mountain Trails Association, inviting his wealthy friends to pony up $1,000 each for initial membership and $110 a year for dues. Of those who bought in, only Harry Blackmer, New York investment banker Carl Pforzheimer and Denver financier Claude Boettcher (whose Denver mansion is now the governor’s residence) built cabins. Construction of the cabins, a clubhouse and infrastructure began in late October of 1923, and a year later nearly all work was completed except for the stables. Penrose was thrilled with the results. “The place has great merit on account of the nearness to civilization,” he wrote to Blackmer in October, 1924. “You can go there easily by the Corley Road in one

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hour and come back by the old Cripple Creek Stage Road in 50 minutes. The telephone line works perfectly, and you can talk to New York City as well as you can from Denver.”

COMING FULL CIRCLE Spencer and Julie loved to entertain friends

HE BROADMOOR’S RANCH AT EMERALD Valley is available May through October as part of the new “Broadmoor Wilderness Experience.” All guests staying at the all-inclusive Ranch and Cloud Camp, scheduled to open in spring 2014, will have the fabulous Broadmoor amenities at their disposal. One phone call summons a car to escort guests down the mountain to enjoy a swim, a round of golf, a spa treatment, a workout, resort shopping and dining. Most people, though, opt to stay at the remote hideaway, where Broadmoor chefs prepare gourmet meals served in the historic Grand Lodge. Here, guests gather around the stone fireplace for cocktails and to share stories of their day’s adventures. After-dinner activities include movie night in the dining room, poker nights, dances, cookouts around the fire pit or just gazing at the night sky. It’s this juxtaposition of the rustic and the civilized that makes a stay at The Ranch a truly unique and exceptional experience. To book your stay at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley or Cloud Camp, please visit broadmoor.com/ranch or call 866-334-3693.

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at Camp Vigil. On September 14, 1924, they threw a picnic for 125 people. The band from The Broadmoor was brought in to entertain and the buffet lunch stretched on into the early evening. One of Penrose’s favorite tricks was to introduce guests to his “talking heads.” He rigged wires with speakers into the mouths of animal trophy heads hanging on the walls of the main lodge that allowed them to “talk” to unsuspecting guests. The talking heads remain part of the fun in the lodge to this day. One the more famous guests was fabled prizefighter Jack Dempsey, who was from Manassa, Colo. He stayed at Camp Vigil for a month to train for a fight. “Jack thinks the climate, the water, and everything surrounding Camp Vigil is just what he needs for a preliminary training,” wrote Penrose in June of 1926. By 1938, seven years after Penrose was diagnosed with throat cancer, he had thoughts of giving up Camp Vigil. He was 73. “During the past year Julie and I have only spent one night at Camp Vigil, and to tell the truth Julie has lost interest,” he wrote to Claude Boettcher. “Do you think it would be a good scheme to try to liquidate the Association?” After Penrose died in 1939, Camp Vigil passed into the El Pomar Foundation, a nonprofit Penrose had founded in 1937 to manage his estate and distribute funds for charitable purposes. El Pomar donated the Camp for use by the community until, in 1946, Texan Dan Danvers bought it and turned it into a dude ranch, renaming it Emerald Valley Ranch. Locals Mike and Katie Turly purchased it in 1982 as a site for weddings and corporate retreats. They built The Hill Cabin, which has been remodeled into a three-bedroom cabin, the only one with a kitchen, where a Broadmoor chef can prepare meals. Emerald Valley Ranch has come full circle, back into the luxurious lap of The Broadmoor with the same vision Penrose had 90 years ago. “I love the historical tie to The Broadmoor,” says Bartolin. “Few destination resorts can create a unique wilderness experience like what The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley delivers just 8 miles from our front door.”

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ITH CLEAR VIEWS OF 14,115-FOOT PIKES PEAK to the Northwest and Colorado Springs and the plains to the east, Cloud Camp is perfectly situated to maximize the breathtaking panorama that changes as the sun and clouds slide across the landscape like strokes of a paintbrush. ¶ A perfect location for small group meetings and leisure getaways, reunions, weddings and corporate retreats. Cloud Camp consists of 11 secluded guest cabins anchored by an expansive 8,000 square-foot Grand Lodge, with a wraparound porch complete with swings and rocking chairs for taking in the amazing views. ¶ All buildings will be constructed in a mountain-rustic style, with massive log timbers and hand-hewn beams and columns, chinked timber siding and “rusted” red metal roofing. Granite stones harvested from the mountain complete the style inspired by our national parks lodges. “The Main Lodge almost looks like it’s growing out of the mountain,” says project architect J. Mark Nelson.

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THE LOCATION

Getting to Cloud Camp will be an adventure in itself. Guests have several options: They can ride in a chauffeur-driven Jeep for the 25-minute drive up Cheyenne Mountain Road; hike for two hours up a trail leading from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo; or take a page from early pioneers and ride a mule from the Will Rogers Shrine (burial ground of Julie and Spencer Penrose, who dedicated it to the humorist after he died in a plane crash in 1935).

THE LODGE

Two stone fireplaces will flank a grand hall in the multi-level Main Lodge. The lodge also houses seven guest rooms, including a separate honeymoon wing perched atop a rock outcropping with its own outside entrance and porch. Boardwalk paths connect each cabin to the lodge. Cabins will be one- and two-bedroom units with bathrooms, and each features a private porch. Like The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley, both the cabins and Main Lodge will be elegantly furnished in a rustic Colorado style.

ACTIVITIES

Once guests arrive at Cloud Camp, they will have a variety of activities to keep them busy. Adventurers will want to go on guided nature hikes and mule rides to explore the area; others might want to try their skill at archery. Creative types will get into arts and crafts, games and culinary events. Everyone will enjoy evening campfire gatherings, storytelling and stargazing.

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It’s All Well And Good

A RENEWED FOCUS ON MIND, BODY AND SOUL IS AT THE CENTER OF THE BROADMOOR’S LATEST INITIATIVE TO KEEP MEMBERS AND GUESTS HAPPY AND HEALTHY.

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W S E L F - H E A LT H . .

WHAT IS WELL?

Wellness means different things to each of us, but in the most holistic sense, it involves all facets of life. At the center of The Broadmoor’s current wellness initiative is a partnership with the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center at the University of Colorado’s medical campus, which is headed up by Dr. Jim Hill, who leads a multidisciplinary team of researchers and scientists. According to Hill, “There are many aspects to wellness. You need to be fit, in shape, exercising; you need to be metabolically fit, which means having low risk factors for chronic disease; you need to have a highquality diet; you need to have the proper nutrition; you need to sleep well; you need to manage stress; and you need to have a high quality of life, which includes things like positivity and appreciation of beauty. “Taken together, we call it mind, body, and purpose. We say purpose because, literally, when someone is trying to establish an exercise routine, they’re not going to adopt or sustain a behavior that isn’t somehow related back to what’s important in their life.” In other words, if you can define your purpose in life and include wellness as part of how you will effectively carry it out, then you will likely achieve your objectives. While Western medicine has looked on the mental components of health with skepticism in the past, it is now in the process of expanding its notion of health to include state of mind. As Hill puts it, “Lots of studies have shown that people with a positive attitude toward longevity do better. So, from a scientific basis, we’re beginning to understand that adopting positivity leads to functional changes in the brain.” To practitioners of yoga and its various meditative and physical offshoots, the value of “auto-suggestion” has been known for a long time; from this perspective, the incorporation of mindfulness and other holistic practices into Western medicine is a welcome development.

TO LIVE LONG AND PROSPER

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when it comes to fitness, coloradans are always near or at the top of national rankings. Even before there were lists, European settlers came here “to take in the air.” And before that, Native Americans did the same, enjoying the region’s abundant sunny days, low humidity, wide-open spaces, mountain lakes and vistas, wildlife, and an array of hot springs. It was natural, then, that in addition to all the wonderful amenities it provides as a world-class resort and spa, The Broadmoor became a destination for those seeking renewed health. And while the resort’s approach to fitness and wellness has evolved over the years, one aspect has remained constant: its commitment to bring guests the best available choices and experiences to match their unique tastes.

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As Hill explains, “There are so The Broadmoor's serene setting is many practitioners who help us perfect for mindful improve our wellness: traditional meditation, and the state-of-thedieticians, exercise physiologists, art gym and indoor psychologists, and people who and outdoor pools can keep study the brain—neurologists. fitness buffs on What we’re finding is that alpoint during their vacations. most every aspect of medicine needs to come together to understand mind, body, and purpose connections.” Of course, long-held resistances are not easily dispelled. “Part of what we wrestle with,” says Hill, “is that a lot of these practices are part of so-called ‘alternative medicine’ or ‘integrative medicine,’ and unfortunately, these have been separated from ‘traditional medicine.’ The way we see it, medicine is not ‘traditional’ or ‘alternative’; it’s the best medicine we can do, and we shouldn’t marginalize either one. It’s about finding the right way to merge them to give each person the best possible wellness.” And that’s what The Broadmoor’s wellness initiative is all about—creating choices for guests and members, and helping them on their terms. Virtually every activity, service, and amenity at The Broadmoor presents a broad range of choices that includes a wellness component. Take the fitness center and the spa, for example.

INDIVIDUALIZING YOUR WELLNESS EXPERIENCE

Bev Stewart, The Broadmoor’s fitness supervisor, is committed to addressing the upsurge of interest in personal wellness regimes. “Right now, everything in our spa brochure is under the heading of personal training because a lot of people are looking for wellness but have questions—‘What’s going to make me well? Should I change my diet, my activity level; should I spend more time meditating?’—that sort of thing. “We meet with members and guests and try to determine what they really need. We listen to them and help them figure out if they need a new workout plan, or maybe they need a

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new diet, or it could be little things, small lifestyle changes.” I had an opportunity to put Stewart’s experienced and creative staff to the test. And not a moment too soon: Despite a relatively active lifestyle, I was feeling in need of a tune up. After talking it over with Stewart, I set up a series of sessions to discover the gaps in my routine. First was the “fitness jump-start” with David Kidd, a fitness specialist who asked me about my goals and lifestyle. Dr. Hill’s “purpose” concept came up more than once. In the end, Kidd and I determined I needed to address flexibility and strength, issues that come with age. So Kidd put me through a series of tests: some rigorous pacing on the treadmill followed by a host of metabolic measurements, then pushups, sit ups, and other flexibility and strength tests. He determined that my upper body strength was not up to par with the rest of me. It was all there in black and white, in a comprehensive report of my results that Kidd prepared for me. It was helpful to know how I stack up against others in my age group, and to discover where I need improvement. I had confessed to Stewart that, though I had played golf in college, my game had suffered since then. I’d like to add 15 yards to my drives and shave a few strokes off my score. Stewart suggested I follow up my jump-start evaluation by working with Luke Dettinger, a

WELLNESS AMENITIES WELLNESS AND DIET ARE VERY IMPORTANT, BUT FOLKS ALSO COME HERE TO HAVE FUN AND LET LOOSE. IT'S ALL ABOUT BALANCE AND PLANNING." fitness specialist who attended the Titleist Performance Institute, to troubleshoot any physical issues that were preventing me from getting the most out of my swing. Luke discovered a variety of things. It seems that my hiking, while great for my cardiovascular capacity, had toned my muscles for moving forward in a straight line, but did nothing for my lateral mobility. Luke put me through a series of exercises to increase my turn, which, hopefully, will aid in the acceleration of my downswing, and provide me with that extra 15 yards (down the center of the fairway). Luke’s evaluation sheet and a follow-up email to me produced a list of five exercises and variations that I incorporated into my routine when I got home. Of course, no improvement in my golf game would suffice if I didn’t also address the mental side. Since Tiger Woods burst onto the golf scene, training for almost all top-flight golf competitors includes at least three components—physical conditioning, swing technique, and sports psychology. So, for my next session, Stewart scheduled me to see JudyAnne Light, a fitness specialist with deep experience in various forms of yoga. Before my visit, Light queried me via email regarding my goals for the session, so she could give some thought to designing the best sequence. Most folks are familiar with the physical postures of yoga, but very few understand the integrative aspects of a lifestyle that includes meditation and mindfulness. Before we began going through a series of movements, stretches, and self-corrective postures, Light asked me some questions designed to discover any patterns in my thought processes that prevent me from reaching my potential—in body, mind, and purpose. One of the innovations that Light applies is “dynamic movement,” a user-friendly approach that integrates the joys of dance with the focus of yoga and other meditative practices. My biggest takeaway from this compelling work was the need to further refine my intentions and visualizations, as I work on any issues— physical, mental, or purposeful—that are before me.

ost of us don’t think of our skin as an organ, but it is. And when it comes to its wellness, skin needs just as much attention as our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. So, as part of its ongoing wellness initiative, The Broadmoor endeavored to find the best in-room amenities: skin and hair care, and overall body tonics. To that end, the resort engaged Dr. Kevin Schewe, a radiation oncologist and founder of Elite Therapeutics in Denver, who has developed one of the few, if not only, physician-designed lines of resort amenities to restore and protect damaged skin and hair. Schewe was inspired by his cancer patients, whose skin was affected by their treatments. He also wanted to help skin combat Colorado's high-altitude sun and dry climate. As Dr. Schewe explains, “If you’re sick or tired or stressed, your skin tone, color, and condition will reflect this. All your habits, too—unhealthy foods, lack of exercise—can exacerbate skin issues. Vitamins and minerals, in all forms, play a role in healthy complexions, whether the source of these nutrients is hydration, food, supplements, or even a jar of cream.” As Rhonda Kenny, director of retail operations at The Broadmoor, explains, “The right inroom product is one that appeals to both men and women and is something our guests will want to use after they leave the hotel.” “What I learned over years and years from my practice,” says Dr. Schewe, “is that vitamin E is the central element in restoring skin that has been damaged. Skin needs other vitamins as well, including vitamin A and vitamin C, and some essential fatty acids, but it all begins with vitamin E, which is an incredibly powerful antioxidant. It literally goes into the skin and scavenges free radicals, which accompany the oxidation damage that comes with aging, radiation, toxic drugs, exposure to environmental toxins, and other sources.” The Broadmoor Collection includes purifying shampoo, restoring conditioner, hydrating body wash, nourishing body lotion, facial cleansing soap, beautiful body bar, and refreshing mouthwash. The collection is available in room and at several of the resort’s retail shops.

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A CASCADE OF CHOICES FOR RENEWAL

Although the sun was well past its zenith by the time I left the yoga studio, the day was still young for this seeker, as I made my way from the fitness center to the spa. My favorite item on the menu there has always been the deep tissue massage, but today I was looking for fresh, unexplored approaches. I took the advice of Cassie Hernandez, The Broadmoor’s director of spa and fitness, signed up for a few of the spa's signature treatments. (Read more about The Broadmoor Spa's signature treatments in "A Pampered Adventure," page 39.)

BALANCING WELLNESS AND PLEASURE

There are few things in this world that bring pleasure universally like a good meal. Of course, on a day-to-day basis, we may concern ourselves with a balance between the quality and quantity of our food and our physical activity and metabolism. Generally speaking, the equilibrium of caloric intake versus work output is not an end in itself—it’s a springboard to experiences that support our well-being and appreciation of life. Among these experiences, fine dining is an art form unto itself. As Bertrand Bouquin, The Broadmoor’s Executive Chef, explains, “Wellness and diet are very important, but folks also come here to have fun and let loose, so it’s important to have free rein, too. It’s all about balance and planning.” So, how do the world-class restaurants at a luxury resort mix wellness and fine dining? “For the restaurants,” Bouquin explains, “a lot has to do with portion size, as well as a good balance between the protein, the vegetables, and the carbs.”

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n addition to the hotel’s multifaceted fitness and aquatic programs, as well as the world-class golf and tennis facilities, “taking in the air” in Colorado may include these other rejuvenating outdoor activities around The Broadmoor and the Pikes Peak region. Clear your mind, warm your body, and clarify your purpose. Pick up a calendar of activities from the concierge, who will be happy to help you with any logistics.

w Guided fly fishing on one of Colorado’s pristine rivers w A guided hike (weather permitting) in the Garden of the Gods or North Cheyenne Cañon w Solo hikes up the Manitou Incline (a former railroad bed for a cable car that delivered supplies for operations on Pikes Peak) w Mountain or road biking w Horseback trail riding w Guided rock climbing w Dog walks

Bouquin suggests that guests discuss any dietary particulars when making reservations. “All our chefs are aware of whether a dish is dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and such, and can make whatever adjustments are necessary.” Seasonal house menus offer an incredible selection of healthy foods. On this visit, I enjoyed my favorite salad for lunch: at the Golf Club Dining Room, the Spa Salad (granola crusted Atlantic salmon, spinach, edamame candied walnuts, and blueberry-pomegranate dressing), along with a couple of the venue’s muffins. Later, my dinner at Summit started with an arugula Caesar salad (Parmigiano-Reggiano crisp, white anchovies, and garlic croutons) and finished up with the pan roasted halibut (potato crusted, creamy leeks, and port wine sauce). All this was accompanied by one of my favorite wines, LeMacchiole (2008), which Desiree Boudouin, Assistant Manager and Certified Sommelier, remembered from my last visit.

FIVE-STAR WELLNESS

Clearly, at The Broadmoor, you can live well and keep an eye on wellness. The grounds and the regional environs are filled with opportunities to nurture our minds and bodies, as well as refine and strengthen our purpose. And it’s only going to get better, as Dr. Hill explains: “One of the reasons that we’re so excited about working with The Broadmoor is because of what it represents. What a wonderful setting; the people are fantastic; it’s been a five-star resort for so long, so we’re thrilled to help elevate its reputation in the area of wellness, making it the place to go for this as well.”

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS INVITES WELLNESS

“OPPORTUNITYISNOWHERE”

Dr. Terry Eckmann, a professor at Minot State University, kicks the weekend off with her highly interactive presentation, “The Power of Perspective,” in which she explains how our thoughts and perceptions—the lenses through which we observe the world—inform our emotions and how our emotions affect our health. She peppers us with touchy-feely abstractions—such as “whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right”—and backs up each with PowerPoint slide after slide of empirical data. At one point, she flashes a slide on the screen at the front of the room and asks us to read it aloud in unison. The slide simply says: “OPPORTUNITYISNOWHERE.” Half the room reads: “opportunity is nowhere.” The other half reads: “opportunity is now here.” She has our attention. “We think 50,000 thoughts a day,” Eckmann continues with emphasis, “and 80 percent of those are dangerous and repetitive.” When we also consider that, as Eckmann tells us, our brains use 20 percent of our bodies’ oxygen and glucose, the energy drain of destructive thinking is significant. It also drives home the hazards of sitting—something we’ll hear Dr. Holly a lot this weekend. “In order Wyatt to get oxygen to our brains, we have to move,” says Eckmann, who goads us to get out of our seats to “joy dance.” We self-consciously follow her lead, swinging our hips and waving our arms to Gloria

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BY D EB O R A H WI LLI A MS

I feel foolish. I’m standing in a room with 100 women I’ve never met proclaiming to no one in particular that “I… Am… Amazing.” My sheepishness is dampened slightly knowing I’m not alone, but solidarity only goes so far when you’re among complete strangers. We’ve all come here to learn about being “well,” physically and emotionally. This, The Broadmoor’s second annual Women’s Weekend of Wellness, is a two-day seminar presented by The Broadmoor and the University of Colorado’s Anschutz Health and Wellness Center (AHWC), a state-of-theart research and clinical facility on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. Panels and presentations this weekend cover everything from stress and the mind-body syndrome to maximizing nutrition. What we’re learning here is just a small taste of what the AHWC offers its clients—an integrative approach to improving health and wellness through exercise, nutrition, sleep, mindfulness, meditation, behavior change, and biofeedback.

Morning yoga sessions put all the women in a peaceful, healthy mindset before the day's seminars began.

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Gaynor and Donna Summer tunes. “Research conducted on therapeutic intervention for depression has shown that a joy dance is more effective than medicine or even music,” she says. Before we return to our seats, we repeat the “I Am Amazing” affirmation, with gusto this time.

ACCUMULATING WELLNESS

“We cannot create a culture of health by focusing on disease,” says Dr. Jim Hill, the executive director of the AHWC and one of the leading thinkers and researchers in the areas of obesity and nutrition. It’s a concept at the heart of what AHWC does and one that is slowly gaining steam in a country desperate to rein in skyrocketing medical costs and insur-

too, Hill admonishes us. “We need to turn 180 degrees and not worry about stopping all the bad stuff,” he says. “What we should worry about is promoting the good stuff. We’re focusing on the wrong things; the negatives not the positives.” Furthermore, he argues, wellness supply and demand is out of balance. There’s plenty of supply. “Go into any major grocery store, there’s plenty of healthy stuff there. We’ve done more on the supply side than on the demand side. Just because Dr. Jim Hill better options are out there doesn’t mean people will select them. Yes, we need to ask the food industry to make healthy food taste good, but we need to teach people to want to make those choices. Wellness is about a lot more than weight and health,” he says. It’s about living your life the way you want so you can achieve the things you want. For Hill’s team and for most of their clients, health isn’t a destination, it’s an ongoing process of accumulating wellness.

ance prices. “What we have in this country is sick care, not health care, and it’s time to change that,” says Hill. Clearly, all the women in the room agree with the sentiment or they wouldn’t be here, and Hill commends the Coloradans in the room for what we all wear as a badge of honor: Ours is the leanest state in the nation. Then he shows us a slide that takes the wind out of our sails, a graph representing national obesity trends over the past decade and a half. “We’re tracking right along at the national average,” he says. “With today’s obesity rate in Colorado, if this were 1995, we’d be the fattest state,” he says. “Have I depressed you enough? Here’s what’s even more depressing: During the period that adult obesity has doubled, childhood obesity has tripled.” What’s worse: unlike their parents, Colorado kids rank 23rd in national obesity rates. Gulp. It’s not just the mothers in the room who feel a bit of guilt for what he’s just told us. We are all to blame. No doubt words like “high-fructose corn syrup,” “video games,” and “fast-food chains” are rattling around our brains. But here,

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A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH

Later in the weekend, Dr. John Peters, Chief Strategy Officer at AHWC, and Dr. Holly Wyatt, the center’s associate director, will talk more about achieving the things we want in life. Like Hill, they’ll insist that eating better, losing weight, exercising more or reducing stress are pie-crust goals—easily made, easily broken—if they’re not linked to a deeper purpose. It’s that deeper purpose that, once identified, will motivate a person to want to make those good choices to which Hill referred. Clients at the AHWC learn that right off the bat during their initial consultation with Dr. Wyatt, who helps them determine not only their true motivation for making a lifestyle change, but what specific steps will help them do that based on their individual profile. Using the results of a six-stage wellness assessment that analyzes a person’s metabolic fitness, physical fitness, sleep quality, diet quality, stress, and quality of life as a benchmark, Dr. Wyatt formulates a customized plan for each patient. The AHWC is offering the wellness assessment to attendees this weekend, and most sign up to learn which areas of wellness they need to work on. In many instances it’s neither physical fitness nor nutrition but something ancillary to those, such as sleep, stress or metabolic capacity. Rather than sending patients away with a recommended diet or exercise regimen that they’re expected to maintain on their own, Dr. Wyatt can send patients to the facility’s Human Performance Lab, where Dr. Iñigo San Millán, a world-renowned exercise physiologist, will evaluate their metabolic fitness to determine how their bodies function and what type of workout is appropriate. Dr. Millán speaks to our

group on the second day of the Dr. Millán evaluates a client's metabolic weekend, and tells us that many fitness at the Human people who work out regularly and Performance Lab. below: Drs. Hill even aggressively, aren’t workand Peters practice ing out at their optimum levels. what they preach during a work break If a patient suffers from high at the AHWC. anxiety and stress or sleep disorders, Wyatt will refer him or her to a specialist in that area. Or if a patient needs nutrition coaching, Wyatt will bring in Dr. Kim Gorman, the center’s registered dietician, who also speaks to our group this weekend about making smart food choices. An onsite supermarket and a demonstration kitchen are additional learning labs where patients can learn to shop for and prepare healthy meals. Each morning during the Weekend of Wellness, attendees participate in an activity of choice—a group hike in the nearby mountains, water aerobics in the indoor pool or a yoga class—all led by the resort’s team of fitness professionals, including Fitness Supervisor Bev Stewart,

whose lively spirit and commitment to overall health and wellness is infectious. She’s ever present throughout the weekend with a cheerful demeanor and a sort of Mother Hen attitude that helps draw all the women at the event together. Although I’m one of the only attendees who has come alone—most have come with one or two close girlfriends, a mother, daughter or sister—by the end I’ve become friendly with many of the women. The meals this weekend also reflect an attention to smart nutrition. Dinner features poached fish and delicate vegetables; lunch is a nutrient dense salad with tofu and light dressing. A colorful breakfast buffet features four or five freshly squeezed juices, wholesome granola, crustless egg-white and trout frittatas, fruit, and nonfat plain yogurt. On the final day, as we all enjoy the feast, Kim Gorman walks us through the menu item by item, reviewing each food’s nutrition profile.

A BROAD VIEW AT THE BROADMOOR

What’s clear throughout the weekend is that The Broadmoor and the AHWC share common visions when it comes to promoting health and wellness. In fact, that’s what inspired the weekend. “The idea started with Bev Stewart,” says Cassie Hernandez, the director of spa and fitness at The Broadmoor. “We as a property are very aware of our environment and our culture. We relish the opportunity to share that mindset with others, and Bev Stewart is our biggest advocate for sharing tips and suggestions on how to stay healthy.” Just as the AHWC puts all the resources at clients’ fingertips, The Broadmoor strives to make smart choices easy for its guests. From health-conscious menus (see “The Joy of Cooking,” page 47) to the fitness evaluations conducted by Bev Stewart’s team to relaxation and rejuvenation treatments at the spa (see “A Pampered Adventure,” page 39), a stay at The Broadmoor can help support—not derail—a healthy lifestyle. Lear n mor e at Broadmoor .com

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very year, roughly 1 million visitors cross the threshold of The Broadmoor resort. Many of them come as private guests— whether for a vacation or for a single, special meal. But more than 70 percent of The Broadmoor’s annual visitors come here for a group event—a wedding, a corporate retreat, an industry convention or a benefit of one sort or another. Whether it’s a small board meeting in one of the resort’s 60 conference rooms or a Broadmoor Signature Week that attracts hundreds of people to one of the grand ballrooms, a group event here requires meticulous planning and coordination. Event execution might call for as few as four or as many as 400 staff. A five-person leadership team with a century of combined experience is always at the helm. Batting first is John Rovie, director of sales, whose team of 11 secures groups as small as 10 and as large as 10,000 for events a week away or five years down the road. The hotel and its unparalleled

setting are certainly part of the sales pitch, but Rovie points out that the major competitive advantage is The Broadmoor’s commitment to excellent service. Next at bat is Mark Klein, director of conference services, who just celebrated his 20th anniversary here. He and his staff of 20 work with clients to determine the number of expected guests, overnight accommodation needs, space requirements, catering requests and various other logistics. They identify the best venue or venues for each event. But Klein and his staff coordinate more than the onsite logistics. From the moment guests step off the airplane to the moment they return to the airport, Klein’s team attends to their every need. Third up—but often out of sight—is Susan Fort and her team from the Destination Services Corporation (DSC), a third-party event-planning and execution team and The Broadmoor’s preferred partner for large-scale multi-dimensional productions. DSC expertly crafts events

that showcase the resort’s incredible scenery while making guests feel as if they’re in another world yet right at home. And trust us, some clients just don’t want traditional; they want outrageous or even bizarre. This might entail hiring cirque acrobat dancers who dangle against the Broadmoor’s exterior walls, as six did for a recent annual group event for 150 guests. “The client requested something eye-popping for their cocktail party on the front lawn and garden,” says Fort. “We actually had a band on the rooftop of the main building and the acrobats literally came out of the windows and through the bell tower on ropes.” Finally, Craig Reed, director of food and beverage, and Michael Reid, banquet director, coordinate culinary presentations. Together, these five and their expert teams produce elaborate, custom-designed productions in the 185,000-squarefeet of indoor meeting space and the vast grounds around the resort. Here, a sampling of what they can do and where. Lear n mor e at Broadmoor .com

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t nearly 60,000-square feet, Broadmoor Hall is the largest indoor event space on the property. It can accommodate a theater-style setup for 6,500 people or a sit-down banquet for up to 3,800, or it can be subdivided into countless smaller spaces and configurations to create more intimate settings. The 24-foot ceilings hide a network of theater-like catwalks and support structures. “One of my favorite events was an upside-down themed-event for a 450-person family program,” says Fort. “We suspended décor from the ceiling creating an Alice in Wonderland magical feel including inflatable tables and chairs, puffy clouds, enormous ladybugs and butterflies, watering cans, umbrellas and flowers, from the ceiling. The Mad

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Hatter would have been impressed.” Colorado Springs is also home to the United States Olympic Committee and to one of three national Olympic training facilities in the country, and the city is heavily influenced by the Games. It’s no surprise a lot of clients draw inspiration from that and request sport-themed demonstrations and activities in Broadmoor Hall as part of their event productions. DSC has produced events for groups ranging from 50 to 650 guests in this massive space. Attendees have the opportunity to meet Olympic hopefuls, watch athlete demonstrations including fencing, taekwondo, and gymnastics and to play against past Olympians in a table tennis tournament. “We once had a performance by the Flying Aces, athletes on snowboards performing on dueling trampolines,” says Fort. “We finished the evening with a ceremonial lighting of the Olympic cauldron.” Fort’s team has even brought in figure skaters who performed on synthetic ice. The decorations and room set-up are only small pieces of these big events. The food often takes center stage. Working with Reed’s 85-member F&B staff, the event team can produce elaborate, custom-designed meals on a massive scale. “We host around 2,220 high school students for their organization’s annual state-wide business-and-marketing conference,” says Executive Sous Chef John Frazier. The four-day event includes competitions, panels, meetings and a big commencement luncheon. Preparing food for that many guests is the easy part, says Frazier, who easily commands his kitchen staff with laser precision. The challenge comes when it’s time to serve the food to what is a very social group of teenagers who like to mingle. “They are constantly getting up and trading tables to sit with their friends,” says Frazier. “Our wait staff has to hustle to keep up with them, and it’s not always easy to get the right food to the right guest.” Menu selection is another major component of these big events. For many, food and color go hand in hand. Case in point: American Heart Association’s recent dinner. “We hosted an evening for 300 guests,” explains Frazier. “The client requested that every course incorporate red—the AHA’s signature color—in some way or manner. We infused local heirloom beets into their salad, created a tomato-and-red-pepper pairing for their vegetable and went red crazy with dessert,” explains Fra-

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ith its huge, crystal chandeliers, ornate rugs, white linens and stately aesthetic, this

room needs no additional bells or whistles to make it visually appealing. Although the room on the top floor of the south tower is the resort’s premier restaurant and Colorado’s longest-standing and only five-diamond establishment, it can also be reserved for private parties. Ideal for groups from 50 to 60 guests but able to accommodate 150 people, the room can be configured for a formal sit-down or banquet-style meal—brunch, lunch or dinner. Clients have delighted in custom-designed fireworks shows from the picture windows while enjoying dessert, much to the pleasure of other Broadmoor guests. Your group can even arrange a demonstration dinner with one of the Broadmoor’s chefs at the private chef’s dinning table in the Penrose Room.

zier. When it comes to meeting clients’ culinary requests, there’s little Frazier’s team can’t do. Except perhaps a blue theme. “There are very few naturally occurring blue fruits or vegetables,” he says. “Blueberries when peeled down or cooked are actually violet. In order to accommodate the request for blue food, we have had to use Borage blossoms. It’s an edible spring flower that tastes like a cucumber. We do a great green-eggsand-ham theme that is popular with many events around St. Patrick’s Day.” “One meal that is always a true team effort, and a massive one at that, is a

particular 700-guest conference that requires a fresh potato gnocchi appetizer,” says Fraizer. “This is one of the most labor-intensive food items available at The Broadmoor. “We want the gnocchi to be as fresh as possible, so we cannot begin preparation too far in advance. For this event, we needed to prepare 130 pounds of dough for the gnocchi. It’s a time consuming process to bake the potatoes; peel them; pass them through a food mill; combine the eggs, flour and seasoning; roll the dough into small logs; portion the small ‘pillows’; and form them for the final presentation.” Lear n mor e at Broadmoor .com

CHEYENNE LODGE

The annual Barbecue University, held every June, is a perfect fit at the rustic Cheyenne Lodge. The signature event hosted by The Broadmoor—at which acclaimed chef and grill master Steven Raichlen teaches the 60 attendees about grilling customs and recipes from all ends of the earth with hands-on cooking demonstrations—sells out every year. The 2,400-square-foot deck of Cheyenne Lodge serves as ground zero the BBQ masters during the two three-day-sessions each summer. ¶ To prepare for the event, Klein’s team sets up as many as 30 grills, and he has plenty to choose from. Each year, The Broadmoor adds 40 or so grills of all shapes, sizes and descriptions to its collection. “We have everything from an $18,000 stainless-steel grill to charcoal grills, Weber kettles, smokers, rotisseries and so many more,” says convention services manager Chris Clark. “We have to assemble them out on the deck each morning by 9 a.m. for the event. Several times we have had to move and break the setup in between events at the location only to reassemble it hours later. The grills aren’t the only ones smoking and sweating from labor that weekend,” laughs Clark.

Mountain Course Driving Range

After the last foursome of the day has played through, the quiet rolling greens of the Mountain Course make the perfect backdrop for an outdoor dinner party or gala. A short drive from the hotel’s main lobby, the Mountain Course Driving Range sits on the western perimeter of the resort, nestled against the Rockies,

and is large enough to accommodate a clear-top tent that can hold as many as 600 to 700 guests for a dinner and even a show. “We often construct a stage, lighting and sound equipment to produce live concerts and shows that bring guests to their dancing feet,” says Fort. Groups can also create their own mini Broadmoor-palooza with different stages and pockets of entertainment playing throughout the night. “We bring everything up to the lawn. From flooring, restrooms, portable kitchens, lights, heaters—we bring it all up there,” says Klein. Setup for these types of events can take days or mere hours. “We construct everything on-site including canopies, lights and stages,” says Klein. Plus they also have to bring the linens, chairs, tables, bars, and much more—truckloads of gear and supplies—not to mention elaborate pop-up kitchens and cooking tents for onsite food prep. “The golf course is always a challenge for the Food and Beverage team,” says Frazier. “We can’t use our regular trucks to access the serving area, but this has become such a popular request that we now have smaller minivans to cater the food, piping hot, to any destination. Without this fleet, we couldn’t do nearly the style, class and number of events in the golf areas.”

West Lawn

The incredible Colorado weather makes outdoor events popular year round, but they pose unique challenges for the event and catering teams. “Finding outdoor space big enough to accommodate 800 guests and a five-piece band for an insur-

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ance incentive meeting event was a tall order, but DSC and the hotel rose to the challenge and created a private area on the West Lawn for a casual Colorado evening,” says Fort. “Lighting and sound posed an obstacle as well because there are few, if any, electrical outlets on or even near the lawn. We were able to design a lighting package with limited electrical outlets, which included electric chandelier twig lighting baskets suspended from the trees and a decorative maypole package that cast enough light to create a casual and warm ambience. With many electrical boxes placed conspicuously throughout, sound was feasible and the five-piece band played well into the night as the attendees kicked off their shoes and danced on the lawn.” As always, catering is another challenge at The Broadmoor’s outdoor venues, including the West Lawn. This particular 800-guest event took on a massive obstacle—moving food 200 yards from the Rocky Mountain Ballroom to the West Lawn. “Over 30 enormous hot boxes were used,” says Klein. “We again had to set up tents just to house food and beverage preparation. This was one of our largest outdoor events on the lawn, and it took a small army to pull it off.”

Rocky Mountain Ballroom

Perhaps one of the most famous spaces at The Broadmoor, the 10,000-square-foot ballroom with capacity for 600 hosted two historic events among hundreds of others. An early version of the G8 Summit was hosted in the ballroom in 1998: Attendees included Margaret Thatcher, Mikhail Gorbachev and George H.W. Bush. A NATO Defense Ministerial Summit was also held in the same space in 2004. “A custom table had to be shipped in from Europe,” explains Klein. “Knowing the security level and the fact that this room would be viewed on televisions all around the world was pretty daunting. We had to pay close attention to every detail from every angle.” Security for these types of events adds another wrinkle. “Access to these areas was extremely restricted,” says Klein. “The complex was on complete lockdown. Employees of the resort parked off-site. If a car had to come on property, it was searched with canine police.” Despite all that seriousness, though, there was room for a little humor, too. “The radio frequencies from all the transmitter equipment caused garage doors all around the Broadmoor neighborhood to go up and down on their own,” chuckles Klein.

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he Broadmoor’s Main Ballroom, decorated with ornate sconces, statues and drapery exudes opulence. Fort and her team often play off this layered space and the resort’s

eclectic past for both corporate and family events. “Dramatic table design rich in golds and periwinkles complement the stature of the room,” says Fort. “A visit from actors dressed as Broadmoor founders Spencer and Julie Penrose enhances the evening as guests learn about the engaging history of the five-star property. A 12-piece orchestra is the perfect touch to any evening, whether you would rather sit back and enjoy the music or dance the night away to music of past decades.” From intimate groups to large gatherings, this ballroom needs very little to set the scene. “It lends itself to black tie and formal events very well. The DSC has coordinated many corporate dinners in the Main Ballroom ranging from groups of 50 to 200,” Fort adds.

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HISTORIC SNAPS MONKEYING AROUND Actress Virginia Mayo posed with The Broadmoor’s resident chimpanzee in 1952. GO TO THE MOUNTAIN In 1916, before building The Broadmoor, Spencer Penrose and two partners spent $500,000 to construct the 19-mile Pikes Peak Auto Toll Road to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak. The annual Pikes Peak International Hillclimb race continues to be a great draw for the hotel. HORSE PLAY Montie Montana rides through the hotel during the opening days of the 1959 World Figure Skating Championship.

RAILROAD TIES In 1925, nine years after building the Pikes Peak Auto Toll Road, Penrose bought the Manitou and Pike’s Peak Railway, one of only three cog railways in the United States. It created yet another attraction for The Broadmoor, especially with a lodge at the top of the line. Today, a retired Pikes Peak Cog Railway locomotive, built in the 1900s, sits outside The Broadmoor.

tidy scrapbook, all dating to the hotel’s grand opening. Davis also recently received the late, legendary hotel photographer Bob McIntyre’s entire collection of negatives, which span more than a half-century and include far more than just the celebrity guest photos on display in the hotel’s west building.

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beth davis has become known as the “indiana Jones of The Broadmoor” in her five years as the resort’s official historian. With an MS in Museum Studies and curatorial instincts sharpened by decades as the curator of the World Figure Skating Museum, the demure Davis unearths long-gone blueprints, deciphers arcane objects and sleuths and solves decades-old mysteries. She also preserves some 100,000-plus items, organized in airtight drawers, on shelves and in an electronic database. Of course, The Broadmoor isn’t a museum, though the 95-year-old resort very well could be. “I would love to have an exhibition space,” she says. One of Davis’ biggest challenges is gauging the historical importance of the constant influx of material she receives. “People send things like coffee cups they find in a deceased family member’s attic,” she says with a laugh, lifting an eyebrow about how those items might have left the hotel’s premises in the first place.

The Burke Box

In 2009, Davis received a significant trove of items in what’s become known as the “Burke Box.” A Chicago paper recycling plant operator named Wally Cotton noticed boxes of old photos, journals and drawings—almost all from The Broadmoor—heading to a compactor. He called Allison Scott, Broadmoor Director of Communications, who invited Cotton and his family to Colorado Springs to deliver the cardboard box. The materials in the box were collected by Edward Burke, who became the second manager of the hotel in 1920, and included never-before-seen photos, papers and newspaper clippings mounted in a

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An ornate Russian silverware set from 1852 is among the notable “pre-history” items—dating from before The Broadmoor’s founding—that Davis has uncovered in her research. The set belonged to Prussian Count James Pourtales, who in 1885 partnered with William Wilcox on a dairy farm at the base of Cheyenne Mountain. Pourtales bought out Wilcox and in 1890 formed the original Broadmoor Land and Investment Company with the idea of building an upscale suburb with a lake, hotel and casino. The buildings passed through a number of hands and purposes before Spencer and Julie Penrose bought the property in 1916 to build The Broadmoor into the world-class resort it would become. Wearing specialized lint-free cotton gloves, Davis shows off the deeds detailing their original purchase from the Winfield Scott Stratton estate (“They were folded up in a tin box,” she confides) along with title abstracts, an incorporation paper dated July 11, 1916, and a list of potential investors Penrose approached about his ambitious project. Next to familiar and unfamiliar names written in Penrose’s own hand appear the dollar amounts of their commitments. Instead of a “0” for those who declined, he penned an emphatic “Nothing.” The names of celebrities who’ve stayed at The Broadmoor—including Franklin D. Roosevelt, Douglas Fairbanks and Jack Dempsey—appear on hand-written guest registries and convention logs that run uninterrupted from 1919 to 1949 (with a nine-month gap between September 1935 and June 1, 1936, when the hotel shut down during the Great Depression). Penrose’s vision for the hotel, Davis discovered, did not match that of eminent architect Frederick Sterner, whom he commissioned to design The Broadmoor. TESSIE Known as the “Empress of India,” this pachyderm arrived at The Broadmoor in 1926. Tessie caddied, brought joy to visitors and gave rides to children of all ages (including Spencer Penrose and Colorado Springs mayor Victor Hungerford).

HISTORIC SNAPS WONDER ROAD The Broadmoor-Cheyenne Mountain Highway was a feat of engineering skill. Aptly nicknamed the “Wonder Road” and constructed at a cost of $400,000 in 1926, the 7-mile long road is encompassed within a 1-square mile area and rises over 3,000 feet to the 9,560-foot summit via a series of tight switchbacks that hug the side of the mountain.

HOG WILD In the resort’s early days, food waste from the hotel’s dining rooms and kitchens was trucked a short distance to The Broadmoor’s hog farm. The scraps were fed to the pigs, which in turn found their way into dishes prepared by The Broadmoor’s chefs. Unfortunately, many pieces of silverware were also thrown out with the food waste and were recovered by unlucky staff members.

FLAMINGO DANCERS When the glassroofed Garden Room of the Tavern opened in 1953, it was decorated with greenery and blooming plants and trees. At one end was a small fountain in which two live flamingos would stand. Unfortunately the birds decided that they liked to land in the middle of the tables. They were subsequently moved to the zoo.

LION TAMER In 1956 the hotel purchased two sea lions as “fish wardens.” Their sole duty was to deplete Cheyenne Lake of its excess population of goldfish. The animals seemed to like the lake, especially the paddleboats, but guests and nearby residents complained about the noise and the wandering sea lions—they once ambled up the newly installed escalator in the main building. It seems that the sea lions required nourishment from saltwater fish, not goldfish. Barrels of fresh fish were flown in each day to keep them happy and quiet until a more suitable residence was found. IN THEIR WAKE The Broadmoor offered waterskiing on Cheyenne Lake in the 1960s, before the connecting bridge was built. Harry Belafonte, The Smothers Brothers and Carol Channing all gave it a try.

HISTORIC SNAPS 1,000 BOTTLES OF BOOZE ON THE WALL A corridor near the Tavern is lined with glass cases displaying a collection of more than 1,000 liquor bottles. Many had been gifts to Spencer Penrose. The oldest bottle is from 1801, but the most common vintage is 1906. There are several bottles with Penrose’s name on them, including two from a private trip down the Nile. The most common alcohol is Scotch

Whiskey. Penrose had begun buying the finest liquor and wine for the hotel in early 1917. In anticipation of ratification of the 18th Amendment (Prohibition) he stockpiled more than 300 cases of assorted liquor and stored them at his family home in Philadelphia, a private club in New York, his Colorado home, El Pomar, and some in various basement rooms and wine cellars at the hotel. When Prohibition ended in 1933, the liquor stored in New York and Philadelphia arrived in Colorado in two freight cars.

Sterner’s renderings, which Davis has, left Penrose cold. So he paid Sterner for his time and ended the relationship. “I turned up the letter from Sterner saying he ‘got the $20,000’ and they were ‘through,’” Davis says. Davis also came across blueprints from Warren & Wetmore, the hotel’s eventual architects, detailing 10 two-story cottages lining the driveway leading to the main building. Almost nine decades after originally conceived, similar cottages went up along the 18th fairway.

Revealing Discoveries

Shortly after coming on the job, Davis had what she calls her “aha moment” when she came upon golf course architect Donald Ross’ original blueprints for the course that opened in 1918. “They were in a back storage area, tightly rolled up with a bunch of other blueprints and the words ‘golf drawings’ on them,” Davis says. “These are the original drawings with notes saying where everything should go.” These documents proved invaluable during The Broadmoor’s recent restorations of its East and West Courses. Last year, with the help of the El Pomar archives and a variety of other resources, Davis uncovered the identity of a well-dressed boy in the photograph (and The Hotel Bar mural) of Penrose’s famous Hundred Million Dollar Hotel group of 1920. “He is 11-year-old Richard (Ricardo) A. Mestres,” Davis reports. “After his millionaire father, Richard Sr., had died, he often traveled with family friend Robert Blackman, who owned New York’s San Remo Hotel.” Uncovering Penrose’s distinguished, driven yet eccentric personality through documents, photographs and objects has provided Davis with endless enjoyment. She marvels at Penrose’s decision to jack up the original casino building and move it toward the golf course with horses and rollers to serve as the clubhouse and casino. She laughs about Tessie, the elephant that lived at the hotel and “caddied” on the golf course before Penrose moved her and his exotic animal collection from the hotel proper to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. “When Tessie died, he planned to have her stuffed,” reveals Davis, citing newspaper reports. “But I think he changed his mind when he got the estimate from the taxidermist.” That, she says, didn’t stop Penrose from populating the walls of the

hotel and Cheyenne Lodge with animal mounts—or from preserving in toto Jack, his favorite hunting dog. Before the Cheyenne Lodge building was razed in 1976, Davis reports, the stuffed canine became something of a practical joke, as staffers would steal it and put it in one another’s offices as a prank. Another taxidermy tale involves a snake that suddenly “came alive” when the preservation process began. “It had been hibernating,” she says with a laugh. An equally big surprise awaited current president and CEO Steve Bartolin, who discovered a long-forgotten cache of alcohol on the resort’s grounds. Penrose had apparently either forgotten about the stash after the repeal of Prohibition or neglected to tell anyone about it before he died in 1939. Davis notes that Penrose’s strident lobbying for the repeal of Prohibition appeared on The Broadmoor dinner menus and the sides of Cog Railway cars. It lives on near the Tavern restaurant in Bottle Alley—a dust-covered display of bottles the Penroses and guests relieved of their contents. During Penrose’s life, The Broadmoor hosted polo matches and professional football games. A rooftop garden with the still-extant “lantern of hospitality” weathervane welcomed guests atop the Main Building. In addition to golf and tennis, it had venues for skiing, rodeo, figure skating, canoe rides, swimming and bowling. All amid a manicured landscape fashioned by New York’s Central Park designers, Olmsted Associates. With new material coming into Davis’ office all the time, and projects underway such as the recently completed Play, The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley, and the massive renovation of the West Tower, it’s clear The Broadmoor’s history is still being written.

Spencer Penrose sat in the front of the mini-cog rail train that ferried visitors to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in 1938.

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One of the barometers of luxury service is the ratio of staff to guests. At The Broadmoor, the staff numbers 1,800—from event planners to chefs to wait staff to maids to maintenance crews and gardeners—and every one of them plays a role in the day-to-day operations, particularly special days, like wedding celebrations and whole family reunions gathering for a family member’s nuptials. Like a finely tuned engine, the crew at The Broadmoor handles any hiccups that arise … and there’s always one, says Catering Manager Lindsey Wildman Suggs. “We have brides who are very hands-on when it comes to planning their weddings. And we have brides who spend $100,000 on their wedding and have never been to The Broadmoor until the event itself. On that special day, the brides rely on our team to handle anything that comes up because at that point, they’re taking pictures, greeting guests and they count on us to be ahead of the situation.” Brides have been known to plan their weddings at The Broadmoor two years in advance, while most put the plans in motion from four to 14 months ahead of the event. “We do a lot of second weddings and small weddings, too, as well as large,” says Suggs, whose own wedding was held at The Broadmoor. “The

basics of any wedding are the same, but to us, it’s about the personalities. Different brides have different priorities. It’s our role to get to know the brides and their tastes and to get them what they want for their special day to make it unique.” A marriage may be the union of two similar hearts; a wedding is anything but. When it comes to the ceremony and reception, every bride knows her day should be distinct. She can’t always articulate exactly what she wants, but she knows firmly what she doesn’t want. The groom, well, he knows this: Destination weddings— weekend getaways—not just a couple of hours out of a Saturday afternoon, are the most fun. Parents, it turns out, often have strong opinions, too. From the tiniest particulars such as napkins and flowers to the biggest details like the guest list, rehearsal dinner and, well, the bill, parents usually have plenty to say about the event. The Broadmoor’s many venues, themes and amenities provide virtually limitless combinations and are endlessly customizable. Five recent weddings at The Broadmoor underscore the level of personalization available—like having a monogram stamped on the day itself.

men’s golf, a ladies’ luncheon, an after-hours party and a morning-after brunch in the Penrose Room. The ceremony took place on the Lakeside Terrace. A bevy of gorgeous bridesmaids wearing subtle cocoa brown one-shoulder gowns and carrying pink rose bouquets by Design Works provided the perfect complement to the backdrop of The Broadmoor’s pale pink stucco façade. The reception kicked off in the Lake Terrace Dining Room with a signature cocktail created for the event—a vanillajalapeño martini. Celebrations by Maggie choreographed the wedding design and plans, working with The Broadmoor catering team. The fun really

WHEN IT COMES TO THE CEREMONY AND RECEPTION, EVERY BRIDE KNOWS HER DAY SHOULD BE DISTINCT. began when the Aspen String Quartet let loose, keeping guests on the dance floor for hours. With comfy hotel rooms just steps away, guests didn’t need to worry about a late drive home. Even the most fatigued got out of their beds—recognized as some of the most comfortable in the hotel industry—for a Sunday morning brunch where the guests could gather to say their goodbyes and recount the previous day’s highlights.

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ALL-WEEKEND WEDDING

The Broadmoor is a favorite draw for Texans, second only in representation to the number of Coloradans staying at the resort at any time of the year. Texans Bonnie and Kelly were married on Labor Day weekend in a three-day extravaganza that included

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AN INTIMATE AFFAIR

Virginia and Richard were married on a spring day in the late afternoon on the South Terrace. The Denver couple wanted a weekend escape for their 12 guests. They settled into the Broadmoor Cottages, and even fit in a pre-wedding round of golf. Judge Jim Patterson of Colorado Springs officiated. The judge, who is a pilot and scuba diver and has married couples under water and in the air, is regularly called upon for weddings held at The Broadmoor. The semi-private and intimate reception was held in the five-star, five-diamond Penrose Room where the couple and their wedding party dined at a long stretch of table where they could converse as if the entire dining room were their own for the night. The cozy affair offered everything a wedding for hundreds would Megan and Ike sneak a quiet moment under Old Glory in front of Broadmoor Main before celebrating with their friends and family.

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have included: a memorable meal ordered off the prix fixe menu, wine and cocktails, and the Penrose Room Band. The newlyweds spent their wedding night in the Edith K. Gaylord Suite, often used for pre-wedding preparations for the bride and her attendants. MEGAN & IKE

LOVE AND HONOR

A military wedding is symbolic of not only a couple’s union, but also their allegiance to countrymen and the nation. With the strong military presence in Colorado Springs, The Broadmoor was a given for Megan and Ike—she is a graduate of nearby Colorado College and he is stationed at nearby Ft. Carson in the Army. Plus, The Broadmoor is where Ike proposed. The ceremony was held at Shove Chapel on the Colorado College campus, and the pri-

vate evening reception was held in The Broadmoor’s Donald Ross Room, where the white-on-white theme played out at every layer, from the table linens to the three-tiered wedding cake. His attendants were sharp in uniform; hers wore cocktail length black dresses of their choice. This multigenerational family affair included grandmas and toddlers, couples with children, singles and siblings—all of them at ease at the expansive resort that has something to offer every age when it comes to entertainment or, in the case of toddlers, healthy distraction. Flower girls and their mommies kicked off their shoes on the dance floor and junior groomsmen looked smart, yet bashful, in crisp blue dress shirts, royal blue ties and boutonnieres. Bee Bunch summer camp is offered at The Broadmoor Memorial Day through Labor Day on the lower level of the West Building. Children can attend full-day, half-day or evenings. For the other nine months of the year, The Broadmoor will hold a Bee Bunch camp experience when three or more

children are participating. Child care is offered through the hotel year-round, so parents can fly solo to adult events like weddings and conventions, trusting that their kiddos are safe and tucked in on time. MAGGIE & MATT

GOING TO THE CHAPEL

Maggie and Matt pledged their lives to each other in a late-winter ceremony at The Broadmoor’s Pauline Chapel, across the street from The Broadmoor’s West Entrance. The Spanish Colonial Revival non-denominational house of worship was built in 1918 under Julie Penrose’s watchful eye. Religious artifacts and art fill the church that seats 85 to 100 guests. Matt grew up visiting The Broadmoor with his family, so the return to the legendary resort was a homecoming of sorts. His family and Maggie’s, from Chicago, filled an entire week with events leading up to the wedding. On their special day, Maggie and Matt’s guests warmed up in The Broadmoor’s Cheyenne Lodge, secluded by Ponderosa pine

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THE BROADMOOR OFFERS SHUTTLES TO AND FROM THE MAIN HOTEL ALL EVENING TO ACCOMMODATE GUESTS’ DESIRES TO TUCK IN EARLY OR STAY AND DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY.

trees. There, they dined and danced the night away. The club is large enough that guests can settle into plush chairs for conversation, cut loose on the expansive dance floor, or enjoy a quiet moment on the patio in front of a roaring fireplace. The Broadmoor is festooned with holiday decorations Thanksgiving through New Year’s—every bride’s solution to the question: What decor do I want for my wedding? The groom and groomsmen wore red ties complemented by red boutonnieres. Maggie’s red bouquet and the red floral centerpieces were perfect accents to the holiday spirit present and the couple’s wedding day memories are framed in festive holiday wreaths and garland. Getting around is no issue no matter what the weather. The Broadmoor offers Room Service Shuttles to and from the main hotel and the Lodge that runs a circuit all evening long to accommodate guests’ desires to tuck in early or stay and dance the night away. Round-trip and one-way shuttle service also is available between the Colorado Springs Airport and The Broadmoor.

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RELAXED LAWN PARTY

Elizabeth and Chad launched their weekend wedding celebration with a seersucker-suited party on the West Lawn. Bluegrass music filled the air as the couple’s guests relaxed in Adirondack chairs and others played lawn games. Those who sought respite from the July sun could escape under one of three tents erected specifically for the

event. It was a return to the Gatsby era for this couple and their Texas-sized guest list. Instead of a single event, this couple made a weekend of celebratory parties. The rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents in the Penrose Room followed by an after-party in the Lake Terrace Dining Room, complete with dancing and dessert stations. The late-night menu included “pancakes” made to order by Chef Frazier that consisted of liquid nitrogen ice cream, maple syrup

and sugar-glazed bacon. An over-the-top wedding reception followed the ceremony at nearby St. Mary’s Cathedral. After cocktails on Mountain View Terrace, the 250 guests convened in the Rocky Mountain Ballroom, where food stations featured Colorado rainbow trout Meuniere, a crown roast of lamb, quail with jalapeno cheddar grits, handsautéed broccolini and black truffle mac n’ cheese. Guests feasted on late-night snacks of pizza and grilled cheese sandwiches with a side of mini Brandy Alexanders, the secret recipe of the innovative Summit Express at The Broadmoor. The next day, guests gathered for a post-wedding brunch in the Donald Ross Room. The thread that is constant in the weekend-long wedding festivities is Suggs and the entire catering and Broadmoor team. From introduction to farewells, each event they oversee is scored like a philharmonic concert, timed with a juggler’s precision and masterfully aligned with the bride’s wishes for a happy ever after.

The Rocky Mountain Ballroom was transformed into a bright, indoor garden party for Elizabeth and Chad’s summer reception.

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Holiday season at The Broadmoor is a great time to enjoy quality time with loved ones.

“Grandma, did you see that?” My 6-year-old son Bode vaulted into my mother-inlaw’s arms as he witnessed 250,000 flashes of light set the sky and Cheyenne Lake ablaze. She echoed his enthusiasm and then asked me, “Where is Hadley?” I surveyed the jubilant crowd for my 8-yearold. “I have no idea,” I confessed. “When she caught a glimpse of Santa and Mrs. Claus crossing the bridge, she took off like a crazed groupie.” This was not the only time our entire family was in a state of unbridled joy during The Broadmoor’s White Lights Ceremony. And who could blame us? We spent the entire weekend mingling with elves, divulging our deepest wishes to Santa, feeding reindeer, painting gourmet cookies and marveling at

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silver lights with such fervor it was as if our very Christmas spirit depended upon it.

A FAMILY AFFAIR

Attending the White Lights Ceremony, a 27-year-strong tradition at The Broadmoor, would not have been nearly as special if my husband’s parents had not joined us. Though they lived in Colorado for 30 years, they had never set foot on the grounds. Their recent move to Utah motivated us to declare a reunion was in order, and I couldn’t think of a better location than The Broadmoor. We weren’t alone; reunited families were everywhere. Karen Dunn of Avon, Colo., has been coming to The Broadmoor since 1969 and now brings her grandchildren, ages 3 and 4. “We brought them to the White Lights Ceremony a year ago and the holiday festivities were so amazing we resolved to make this an annual tradition,” she says.

THE WHITE LIGHTS CEREMONY KICKS THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT INTO HIGH GEAR OVER THANKSGIVING WEEKEND, AND MERRIMENTS ARE OFFERED ALL DECEMBER LONG.” “We especially enjoyed having a ‘grown-up dinner’ with my daughter while the children played at the Bee Bunch children’s program. They cried when it was time to leave.” Vinnie Rock grew up in Colorado Springs and currently lives in Wichita Falls, Texas. She cherishes her childhood visits to The Broadmoor during the holidays, the old-fashioned soda fountain, and sliding down the banisters.

“I brought my grandchildren here for the first time this weekend and now we’re making our own memories.” My husband and I first brought our children to The Broadmoor when they were young—too young to remember—but it sure left an indelible impression on me. Breakfast with Santa. Fireside tales with Mrs. Claus. Family bingo. Gleaming ice sculptures. The Broadmoor’s legendary Gingerbread Village. Those merriments are offered all December long through Christmas, and the White Lights Ceremony over Thanksgiving weekend kicks the holiday spirit into high gear. Upon check-in, we received a synopsis of activities so long it rivaled my children’s own list to Santa (a major undertaking, indeed). On Friday, there were two Christmas movies in the Little Theater, jewelry making and even silk scarf paining. Saturday’s holiday offerings were almost overwhelming

FAMILY with choices that included conferring with Santa at the Christmas House, story time in the library, and an entire ballroom filled with winter wonderland fun. We had no idea where to begin. We decided food is always the answer, so we headed over to Cheyenne Gourmet, a delightful shop brimming with gourmet food, holiday décor and an assortment of cookware so galvanizing I contemplated a complete kitchen upgrade for when I returned home. Chefinspired tastings are every Saturday at 11 a.m., and on that morning we witnessed the naissance of Pumpkin Crème Brûlée as prepared by one of The Broadmoor’s famed chefs.

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COOKIE ARTISTRY

My children are well versed in cookie decorating (and eating), but Colorado Springs-based Art & Style Baking took it to a whole new level with their Cookie University. Burgeoning cookie artistes were outfitted with their own apron and introduced to the art of cookie painting. After choosing your “canvas”—a variety of holiday-themed cookie shapes and flavors—it’s time to paint your masterpiece with edible fondant and paint, and then brush with glitter and other flourishes (all edible, of course). Assemble and package your masterpiece with a bow, and receive your “Cookie Artiste” diploma. The only thing Cookie University neglected to detail was the very imperative last step: Tear open your work of art and quickly devour it. After all, great chefs always sample their creations.

A PASSPORT TO CHRISTMAS

The moment you enter The Broadmoor’s Christmas Shop, you get the strange feeling you’re crossing the border into Christmas itself, a distant land with its own culture, language and passports. My in-laws and I had a grand time exploring all the nooks and crannies in the Victorian house’s themed rooms, which are brimming with whimsical snowmen, ornaments, elegant silver and gold décor, and holiday items. Open October through January, the store is located one block east of the main Hotel at 1st Street and Lake Avenue (Six 1st Street). Santa has his very own house next door and greets families

for pictures from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday, Thanksgiving through Christmas. Though Santa had his own mailbox outside, Hadley and Bode insisted upon hand-delivering their wish list, which he graciously accepted. My kids were elated to feed a few of his reindeer that were rumored to have flown in from the North Pole just for The Broadmoor’s White Lights Ceremony. Talk about connections.

OH, HOW SWEET IT IS

It literally takes a village to create the spellbinding Gingerbread Village on the mezzanine level of Broadmoor Main—this decadently amazing creation involves as least 50 pounds of flour, 25 pounds of sugar and 25 pounds of butter. A longtime tradition during the holidays, an army of culinary students spent several weeks transforming a simple gingerbread craft into a high art form. Last year’s Old West theme featured a jail, multiple houses, a saloon and a graveyard. We loved the town clock that

kept real time over the sugarcoated replica of a Western town, where you can almost envision local cowpokes strolling the sidewalks and nodding their holiday hellos.

WINTER WONDERLAND FAMILY FUN

The Broadmoor recently consolidated many of its most popular holiday activities under a big top of glistening lights and ribbons at the Broadmoor Hall’s ballroom. Aptly named, “Winter Wonderland Family Fun” is a Christmas-morningmeets-Disneyland experience. My kids decorated Santa cupcakes, were captivated during Mrs. Claus’ story time, built (stuffed) their very own Broadmoor bear, got their faces painted, soared in the bouncy castles, indulged in the hot chocolate station, composed letters to Santa, crafted holiday décor, and concocted their very own magical reindeer food. Sounds fatiguing? It was. But if those few hours we spent in Winter Wonderland Family Fun didn’t ignite our Christmas spirit, nothing could.

The author’s children, Hadley and Bode, admire the decorations in The Broadmoor’s Christmas Shop, open October through January.

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Inspired by The Broadmoor’s realistic Gingerbread Village, our favorite activity at the Winter Wonderland Family Fun was, not surprisingly, making gingerbread houses of our own. As a disclaimer, our annual family tradition has resulted in gingerbread men with Donald Trump icing comb-overs, collapsed roofs, underage workers who demand their payment in candy and heated disagreements over decorating strategies. My husband diplomatically brands them “artistic differences.” Ever the realist, I call them like I see them: “meltdowns.” The Broadmoor takes meltdowninducing construction challenges out of the formula by presenting an already-assembled gingerbread house. All we had to do was decorate with the candy and icing provided—the fun part. For the first time ever we came together, divided, and conquered. We were buoyed up by The Broadmoor’s helpful chefs who gave our burgeoning decorators ego-boosting praise. When we were finished, my daughter observed, “I like it, but it is not nearly as good as their Gingerbread Village.” The aroma of gingerbread still fresh on our fingers, I critiqued our handiwork. Lumps of icing dotted the gabled roof as candy pieces that had slid out of place clung for dear life. Over-iced and mismatched bonbons wove around our rough-cut property, evidence of the little hands and imaginations that had created it. “Nope, you’re wrong. This, my dear, is pure magic.”

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WHITE LIGHTS CEREMONY

The climax of the weekend is, of course, the White Lights Ceremony on the West Terrace. At dusk Saturday, my kids and I purchased s’mores kits from the West Lobby Bar to roast on the outdoor terrace’s fire pit. We were surprised when guests and residents started pouring in early to stake their spot to witness this cherished tradition. As a live band exuberantly belted out soul-stirring Christmas classics, my kids linked hands with their grandparents to dance, sing and whirl their green and red glow-stick necklaces. All activity froze when Santa

was spotted traversing the bridge, and that is when I lost my daughter to his merry band of elves. Upon their arrival on stage, ambassadors of Yuletide joy Santa and Mrs. Claus entertained their enthusiasts before starting the countdown “10, 9, 8 … ” Months of preparation were unveiled with the simple flip of a switch. A universal hush fell over the crowd and the visual spectacle of a quarter-million lights filled winter’s void with colors. Christmas trees dazzled against the ebony-mountain backdrop and the crisp air was spiced with impromptu carolers and squeals of delight. At the epicenter was the American Cancer Society’s “Love Lights a Tree.” For as little as a $10 tax-deductible donation, people can purchase a light that shines brightly on this tree in memory of loved ones afflicted by cancer.

“AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT”

But the Man in Red wasn’t finished. “Join us for Santa’s Bedtime Story at the Rocky Mountain Ballroom in the West Lobby. Just follow the elves,” he instructed. In a reverie reminiscent of the Pied Piper of Hamelin, Hadley chanted, “We have to follow the elves. We MUST follow the elves.” As the drove of children nestled beneath Santa’s feet, he wove his whimsical tale of his life long before the North Pole when he lived in a faraway land called Lysia, a province of the Byzantine Anatolia (modern-day Turkey). He then theatrically read them a bedtime story and bid us all a final adieu. “Now remember. No matter or not if you believe in me, I believe in you.” After spending the weekend at The Broadmoor’s White Lights Ceremony you’ll be a believer, too.

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CONSTRUCTION ZONE

Hadley and Bode add the finishing touches to their sweet creation. Pre-assembled gingerbread houses are available for decoration during Winter Wonderland Family Fun.

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ART & SOUL Julie Penrose’s legacy of love and faith endures in Pauline Chapel—a sanctuary and a showcase. B Y L I N D A D U VA L

ichard marold, then a young altar boy, recalls greeting parishioners outside Pauline Memorial Chapel before Sunday Mass in the late 1940s. The chapel, built in 1919 by Spencer and Julie Penrose and patterned after the basilicastyle cathedrals of Europe, was then a part of neighboring St. Paul’s Parish and the heart of the small Colorado Springs neighborhood just west of The Broadmoor. On more mornings than not, a limousine would pull up to the church and a chauffeur would assist Mrs. Penrose, then in her 70s, into church. Marold, today a local historian and author, recalls that Mrs. Penrose “always sat in the front pew.” While she worshipped, the chauffeur would walk and play with Pitty-Pat, her lap dog and constant companion, until Mrs. Penrose emerged from Mass for the short ride back to her home at The Broadmoor. “Mrs. Penrose really built the chapel for herself,” says Broadmoor Historian Beth

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Davis. “It was her personal retreat.” Mrs. Penrose spent much time reflecting in the chapel, especially during trying times such as after her husband’s death in 1939; when the Germans threatened her daughter and family during the occupation of Belgium; and later when daughter Gladys became ill and died.

ORIGINS

In 1918, while The Broadmoor hotel complex was near completion at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain, the chapel project was also taking shape. At Mrs. Penrose’s urging, husband Spencer wrote to Bishop J. Henry Tihen of

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THE SPANISH COLONIAL REVIVALSTYLE CHAPEL IS MODELED AFTER THOSE THE PENROSES SAW IN EUROPE. Denver and requested his blessing on the project. He described a “small, Spanish chapel” designed by local architect Thomas McLaren and to be built on land donated by The Broadmoor Land Com-

pany. The total estimated cost: $10,000-$15,000. A chapel by the same name is part of a 14th-century Vatican complex, but this Pauline Chapel was named for Mrs. Penrose’s granddaughter, Pauline. The Spanish Colonial Revival-style chapel also housed Mrs. Penrose’s religious art collection, most of which is still on display. A rectory and garage were added to the chapel grounds in 1925, when it became part of neighboring St. Paul’s Parish. The complex still belongs to the Catholic Church, but The Broadmoor leased the chapel in 2012 and made extensive renovations to it, including refinishing the pews, a new heating system, paint and repairs, and a new sound system and organ. In addition to a non-denominational Sunday service, the chapel also hosts a summer concert series for hotel guests. The chapel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means its legacy will be protected in perpetuity.

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Pauline Chapel was named for Mrs. Penrose’s granddaughter.

ARTWORK IN PAULINE CHAPEL

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The artwork and religious icons on display in Pauline Chapel, most of which were collected by Julie Penrose, contribute greatly to its aesthetic appeal and continue to draw visitors. Some come to visit the Little Flower, a bona fide relic of St. Theresa that’s housed in an ornate monstrance. Others admire the carved ivory Christ-figure above the tabernacle—a 17th century Flemish work brought from Spain that features a rosewood cross with sterling silver tips. Two triptychs, one on either side of the altar, represent the adoration of the magi and the Madonna and Child, and Danish porcelain Stations of the Cross line the walls. Framed 18th-century priest’s vestments purchased by Mrs. Penrose in Belgium also adorn the walls, and an Italian marble baptismal font

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

SOME VISIT PAULINE CHAPEL TO VIEW THE LITTLE FLOWER, A BONA FIDE RELIC OF ST. THERESA.”

stands near the chapel’s entrance. The ornately carved Communion rail was imported from Europe. Other highlights of the collection include a hand-carved prie-dieu (prayer chair) with a needlepoint seat cover depicting the face of Christ; a 16thcentury painting of Madonna and Child, donated by Mrs. Penrose’s son-in-law, the Count Cornet de Ways Ruart; and a stained-glass window depicting Mary, Queen of Heaven, in the choir loft that was commissioned by Mrs. Penrose and installed in 1948.

Pauline Chapel hosts a well-attended summer concert series for The Broadmoor’s hotel guests and golf club members. The concerts are at 4 p.m. every Friday during the summer and last approximately 45 minutes. Check with the hotel concierge for a weekly schedule. Highlights of the 2013 season include: The Broadmoor Pops Strings; Grass It Up (bluegrass); The Flying W Wranglers (Western music); the Aspen String Trio (classical); Mango fan Django (gypsy jazz); Ken Miller, along with Jim Salestrom of the John Denver Band; the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale; and the folk stylings of Joe Uveges as well as Phil Volan & Jolene Bell.

MEET THE BROADMOOR’S NEW CHAPLAIN The Broadmoor is pleased to announce Dr. Nathan McBride as the hotel’s resident Chaplain and Counselor. In addition to leading the 9 a.m. Sunday services, McBride is available for weddings, baptisms, wedding-vow renewals and other ceremonies and celebrations. McBride is also available 24 hours a day to Broadmoor Hotel guests, staff and members for pastoral counseling. Born and raised in Dallas, McBride holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Andersonville Theological Seminary and has pastored thriving churches in Texas and Colorado for more than 20 years. “It thrills my heart to minister to the wonderful people of The Broadmoor community,” McBride says.

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Earl Klugh’s annual Weekend of Jazz fills The Broadmoor with music and fellowship.

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a feeling of camaraderie pervades the 10th Annual Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor. From the first notes of Thursday evening’s kick-off concert at Cheyenne Lodge—an intimate solo set on acoustic piano by Joe Sample, a founding member of The Crusaders—to conversations struck up during afternoon events like a tasting of Colorado-brewed craft beers or a wine-pairing lunch at Summit, to knowing nods exchanged with strangers during a particularly hot solo, there’s a sense that we’re all in it together; united in the music and in the moment. »

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Earl Klugh performs with students from the Denver School of The Arts Jazz Workshop Combo Bob James of Fourplay

Harvey Mason of Fourplay

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THERE’S A FEELING OF REUNION WITH THE ARTISTS AND WITH THE AUDIENCE—WE JUST PICK UP WHERE WE LEFT OFF.”

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ARTS&CULTURE A student ensemble from the Colorado Springs Conservatory of Music performs in the concert hall’s lobby.

The setting doesn’t hurt, either. Much more than just a jazz festival, Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor benefits from the resort’s elegant yet relaxed atmosphere. The musicians feel it, too. “It’s a beautiful setting and a great place to relax, and we definitely get that vibe from the audience,” says Bob James, a founding member of Fourplay who’s performed at Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor three times. “With events that are built around a purely musical place like this one, there’s a greater sense of sophistication and appreciation for the music, and a feeling from the audience that’s different from regular commercial events. We hope they’ll do this one for at least another 10 years.”

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Grammy Award-winning guitarist Earl Klugh organizes Weekend of Jazz along with his dedicated team. Klugh curates each year’s lineup based in part on surveys sent to past Weekend of Jazz attendees, and the roster of artists who’ve performed over the years reads like a who’s who of jazz luminaries, contemporary acts and up-and-comers who’ve

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since broken out in a big way. There are superstars like Arturo Sandoval and David SanJoe Sample born, pop-oriented artists like Roberta Flack, fusion giants like Spyro Gyra and all manner of instrumentalists, vocalists and special guests. “There’s a feeling of reunion about the weekend with the artists and with the audience—we just pick up where we left off,” Klugh says. “I get the biggest kick out of interacting with the guests. I strike up conversations all over The Broadmoor’s grounds and when we finish performing, I’ll go right over to whoever is willing to listen and ask, ‘Did you enjoy the show? Any particular song you want to hear?’ That makes it all feel so much more personal.” Guests and artists alike mention the relaxed, inclusive atmosphere and The Broadmoor’s mountain setting as contributing the unique vibe of Weekend of Jazz, but renowned trumpeter Chris Botti, who gave a rousing performance on Friday night, points directly to Klugh. “It’s a beautiful place, no

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THE ENTIRE WEEKEND IS A SPECIAL EXPERIENCE FOR DIE-HARD JAZZ FANS.” doubt, but I’m here because of Earl—he’s fantastic,” says Botti. “He’s got such a way about him and runs a beautiful festival—more than a festival, really; the entire weekend is a special and unique experience for die-hard jazz fans who travel from all over to be here.”

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There’s a long history of jazz at The Broadmoor, dating back to the days when founder Spencer Penrose would bring in groups to entertain friends and hotel guests. In

early 2003, Michael Dimond, then Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, had an idea to bring jazz back to The Broadmoor and create a musically driven lifestyle event. He approached his stepson, music cruise promoter Andy Levine, with the idea, and Levine recommended his friend Earl Klugh for the gig. Klugh performed two shows to “test the waters” that year, and in the spring of 2004 hosted the first full Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor, which has sold out every year since. Dimond passed away in 2008. “Mike was a dynamic individual with a real zest for life,” says Klugh. “Weekend of Jazz would not have happened without him.” When asked about what he recalls most about those early days, Klugh immediately mentions “two elegant and incredible women” who have attended every Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor, including that first year’s concert by Klugh. “We call them the First Ladies, because they’re always the first to make their reservation for next year,” Klugh says. “The weekend just wouldn’t feel right without them.” I met the First Ladies— Janet Kubicki and Ella Mae Mills—during a special reception for multiple-year Weekend of Jazz attendees. If anyone can speak to the unique atmosphere that surrounds Weekend of Jazz, they can. “It’s an incredible weekend,” Kubicki says. “So many people come back year after year to experience the best talent in the world in this great atmosphere—it feels like a reunion catching up with all the people we’ve met over the years.” “Earl always pulls in the top talent,” Mills adds. “Even though I haven’t always heard of everyone who performs, they’re all outstanding. Every year you think it can’t get any better, but somehow it does.”

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo offers an unforgettable experience and an awesome panorama of the Colorado landscape.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo features the largest giraffe herd in North America.

Nestled into the slope of Cheyenne Mountain just above The Broadmoor, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is like no other—with unique habitats and up-close animal encounters, tons of family fun and farreaching views of the Colorado landscape. ¶ Founded in 1926 by Spencer Penrose as a home for his exotic animal collection, the zoo has offered guests close-up animal encounters for more than 85 years and is a must-see attraction for families visiting the Pikes Peak region. Here are a few highlights. »

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SEE EYE-TO-EYE WITH A GIRAFFE

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is famous for its giraffefeeding experience. Guests of all ages can enjoy the unique experience of handfeeding lettuce or specially baked giraffe crackers to the herd of 20 reticulated giraffes in the African Rift Valley exhibit. The elevated layout of outdoor and indoor walkways brings you eyeto-eye with these 17-foot tall animals—and their purple tongues, which measure 18-21 inches long. It’s not only the largest herd in North America; it’s also the world’s most prolific. There have been 197 births at the Zoo since 1954, when giraffes were introduced to the Zoo’s animal collection.

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Just around the corner from the giraffes is the zoo’s new Encounter Africa exhibit, which opened to the public

ENCOUNTER AFRICA FEATURES AFRICAN ELEPHANTS, LIONS, MEERKATS AND THE MAJESTIC BLACK RHINOCEROS.”

sculptures, a safari tent and tall African grasses. Encounter Africa provides exquisite habitats for African elephants, lions and meerkats; and brings the majestic black rhinoceros back to the Zoo. Encounter Africa’s outdoor habitat boasts state-of-the-art features including a 20-foot waterfall, specially designed enrichment trees, a restored bush plane cantilevered into the black rhino exhibit and mud wallows for the large pachyderms. And don’t miss the breathtaking view from Sky Bridge.

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in Spring 2013. Made possible by a $13.5 million capital campaign, it’s the largest addition in the Zoo’s history. Walking into the new exhibit, you are engulfed by the African savanna, surrounded by realistic life-sized elephant

The zoo is also known for spacious alpine exhibits that are home to more than 800 different animals. All of your favorites are here—lions, monkeys, hippos, tigers, snow leopards and bears. Animal keeper talks and enrichment demonstrations are offered daily. The grizzly bear demonstration, where Emmitt and

HOURS & INFO Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is located just two miles up the mountain from The Broadmoor, at 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road in Colorado Springs. Open 365 days a year, operating hours are from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. May 1 through Labor Day; 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Labor Day through April 30. Last admission is at 4 p.m., and the Zoo occasionally closes early for special events. VISIT CMZOO.ORG OR CALL 719.633.9925 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND ADMISSION PRICES.

Digger show off some of their natural and learned behaviors, is highly recommended. You also won’t want to miss animal keepers tossing watermelons to the hippos, which smash them in a single bite; giving the lions scented boxes to bat around; or watching an endangered orangutan get fruit out of a frozen block of ice. With enrichment items given daily to the animals, you never know what fun they might be having.

Ever hand-fed a giraffe? It’s an experience you’ll find only at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.

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If you can draw yourself away from animal exhibits, grab a sweet or savory waffle cake at Elson’s Place or a fresh, made-to-order lunch at the Grizzly Grill. Let the kids take a ride on a historic carousel, tot train or wild-west pony, and the whole family can soar over the zoo on the exciting Mountaineer Sky Ride.

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RESORT DESTINATIONS Grand Canyon Train Depot, Williams, Arizona

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Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center, East Cambridge, Ohio

PORTFOLIO Death Valley, near Furnace Creek Resort, Death Valley National Park, California

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PROPERTIES CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK White City, Oregon craterlakelodges.com The historic 71-room Crater Lake Lodge is located on the lake, and the Mazama Village Motor Inn is seven miles from the rim of Crater Lake. Xanterra also operates the Crater Lake Lodge Dining Room, campgrounds, gift shops, boating and gasoline station at Crater Lake National Park.

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Geneva Marina provides direct, uninterrupted access to Lake Erie’s central basin. The marina features boat docks with 407 slips and transient docking, fishing boat charters, full-service boat repairs, a deli, and a canteen.

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK LODGES Grand Canyon, Arizona grandcanyonlodges.com Xanterra’s Grand Canyon “in-park” lodging properties and experiences at Grand Canyon National Park South Rim include El Tovar Hotel and Phantom Ranch located on the floor of the Grand Canyon. Lodges include Bright Angel Lodge & Cabins, Kachina Lodge, Thunderbird Lodge, Maswik Lodge and Yavapai Lodge. Xanterra also operates recreational vehicle facilities at Trailer Village, multiple restaurants, retail outlets, a museum, observation stations, motor coach tours and the popular mule rides to the foot of the canyon.

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The hottest temperature on earth was recorded in Death Valley. Badwater Basin, the lowest part of Death Valley, sits 282 feet below sea level and is surrounded by mountains that stretch to 11,500 feet. Despite the valley’s parched terrain, Death Valley is a hotbed of activity. Golfers tee off here year-round on an 18-hole green carpet of fairways; horseback riders trot into the desert; travelers go four-wheeling over sand dunes, and hikers trek over miles of well-worn trails. Photograph the Artist’s Palate in the late afternoon, when the sun highlights the multi-hued strata of the picturesque hills; eye the cracked salt flats in Badwater Basin; or view the red, gold and brown maze of badlands seen from Zabriskie Point, and it’s easy to see the appeal of this stark and ruggedly beautiful landscape. Pacific Coast Borax Company built Furnace Creek Resort in 1927 to encourage tourism in Death Valley and as a base for its mining operation. Today the Ranch at Furnace Creek offers a relaxed, family-friendly experience and serves as an ideal base for your Death Valley vacation. The adobe-style inn has 66 well-appointed guest rooms, some with fireplaces and others with terraces that overlook the spring-fed swimming pool. The ranch also features a cafe, saloon, general store and a Borax Museum.

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The conductor stopped the train and the horseback riders who were galloping alongside have jumped onboard and are robbing passengers! Everyone laughs as the sheriff hauls these desperados away, however—it’s all part of the entertaining experience of a ride on the Grand Canyon Railway. The train departs from the Williams depot en route to Grand Canyon National Park, a trip that takes about two hours and 15 minutes. Classes of service vary from coach to first, with seats in the observation dome, the luxury dome and luxury parlor cars, and available packages include overnights at Maswik on the South Rim or in the historic Grand Canyon Railway Hotel in Williams. You might also choose to book lodging at the historic El Tovar or the Bright Angel Lodge by the South Rim and purchase round-trip train tickets.

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PORTFOLIO Every ride on the Grand Canyon Railway is an entertaining and educational experience, as musicians stroll the aisles and passengers learn how locomotive travel to the Grand Canyon evolved as the train chugs through pine forests and high desert on its way to Grand Canyon National Park. Upon arrival at the South Rim, passengers enjoy ample time to walk along the Rim Trail and photograph the multi-hued canyon, or take a shuttle to Hermits Rest for a panoramic view of the canyon and the river below.

Kingsmill Resort Williamsburg, Virginia

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Why sit in a conference meeting staring at walls when you could be taking in a view of a fox running across the lawn, or a blue heron diving for fish in a lake? The five Ohio State Park Lodges and Conference Centers all offer state-of-theart conference facilities in a picturesque natural setting, and are easily reachable from major Midwestern cities. Accommodations can range from a maximum of 100 to 300 guests, depending upon the lodge, and high-end conferences for groups of 30 to 40 attendees are common. Team building and outdoor activities, such as a round of golf on an 18-hole championship course, can be custom-tailored by the experienced lodge staffs according to your needs. Meetings aren’t the only reason to stay and play at these lodges, however. Punderson Manor has 31 guest rooms, each furnished in antique reproductions that complement the lodge’s English Tudor-style. Mohican Lodge sits in a 6,000-acre park, where guests go hiking, swimming and boating. The family-oriented Maumee Bay Lodge on Lake Erie’s shore has a marina and a golf course. At Deer Creek Lodge, set in a 3,100-acre park, guests stay in the lodge or spacious cottages. The massive pine beam-and-stone Salt Fork Lodge is reminiscent of the grand park lodges built at the turn of the century.

Kingsmill Resort offers guests a country club-style experience in a picturesque setting on 2,900 acres bordering the James River. The AAA 4-Diamond Resort is a really a destination within a destination, and shuttles ferry guests to popular nearby attractions such as Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens. On property, guests can tee off on one of three 18-hole championship courses designed by golf legends such as Pete Dye, whose River Course flows along the banks of the James. Oaks, sycamores and poplars test golfers on the Tom Clark and Curtis Strangedesigned Woods Course, while Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay laid out generous fairways on the Plantation Course (just watch out for those water hazards). Guests can pilot Segways on nature trails that thread through the resort, or ride bikes to Wareham’s Pond and drop a fishing line in the water. The full-service spa offers an oasis for guests to relax and enjoy a treatment, or take a lesson at the Tennis Academy, which boasts 15 clay and hard-surface courts. The villa-style accommodations at Kingsmill include 425 rooms and 1- to 3-bedroom suites set in clusters of small buildings. Guest rooms have stylish furnishings with a homey ambiance. The five restaurants include the James Landing Grill, Williamsburg’s only riverfront dining experience; and Eagles, set alongside the Kingsmill Resort Championship 18th hole of the River Course.

Grand Canyon

THE GRAND HOTEL Grand Canyon, Arizona grandcanyongrandhotel.com The Grand Hotel is one mile from the entrance to Grand Canyon National Park. The South Rim of the Canyon is just a short car ride away.

MOUNT RUSHMORE Keystone, South Dakota mtrushmorenationalmemorial.com Xanterra operates a 10,000 square foot gift shop, cafeteria and fastfood facility in the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.

PAINTED DESERT OASIS Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona nps.gov/pefo Xanterra manages the gift shops located at the north and south entrance of the park. Also located at the north entrance are a restaurant, gas/convenience store and the National Park Service visitor center. The Rainbow Forest Museum and a seasonal snack bar (summer months only) can be found at the south entrance.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK North Central Colorado trailridgegiftstore.com Xanterra Parks & Resorts operates the Café at Trail Ridge and the Trail Ridge Store in Rocky Mountain National Park.

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VBT offers deluxe, small group bicycling, walking and cross-country skiing tours worldwide, including destinations in Europe, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Vietnam, Thailand, Peru, Argentina, Canada and the U.S.A.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming yellowstonenationalparklodges.com Lodging includes the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins, Old Faithful Inn, Grant Village, Canyon Lodge and Cabins (including the Dunraven and Cascade lodges), Lake Yellowstone Hotel, Lake Lodge, Roosevelt Lodge & Cabins, Old Faithful Lodge Cabins and Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins, with restaurants and gift shops in most hotels. Xanterra operates a full-service recreational vehicle park, four campgrounds, guided horseback riding excursions, guided fishing, and marina.

Windstar Cruises Atlantic Ocean

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On a Windstar Cruise, you’ll feel as if you’ve embarked on your own private yacht—and feel just as spoiled. Stand on the teak deck and watch the sails billow in the wind as you enter tiny harbors and secluded coves where larger cruise ships can’t go. When it’s hot, the captain may set the ship’s anchor and open the water-sports platform. Jump off for a swim, or take a kayak or water ski from the yacht’s ski boat. Enjoy a candlelit dinner under the sky or a gourmet meal in the open-seating dining room. At night retire to a luxurious stateroom decorated in a warm, contemporary theme. Windstar’s cruises call on 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean, French Polynesia and the Americas. Voyages stop at major cities and in out-of-the-way places featuring pristine beaches, ancient ruins or world-class shopping. Some cruises include special experiences, such as exclusive access to the Monaco Grand Prix during the Yachting the Riviera voyage, or playing golf at five world-famous Scottish and Irish courses with the Legendary Links package on a Gaelic Explorers voyage. Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts. The flagship, Wind Surf, holds 310 guests, while Wind Star and Wind Spirit each hold 148 guests. In

A new all-suite yacht, Star Pride, joins Windstar fleet in May 2014.

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February, Windstar expanded its fleet with the purchase of three motorized, all-suite yachts with a capacity of 208 guests each. The first of these yachts, Star Pride, is offering four new itineraries in Europe as of May 2014. Under the project name Global Windstar, the expansion will double the size of Windstar’s fleet, making the company the market leader in small-ship cruising.

Zion National Park Lodge Zion National Park, Utah

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The trail crisscrosses a gurgling stream in a slot canyon so narrow the sun only penetrates the red Navajo Sandstone rim a scant few minutes each day. In this picturesque wilderness, visitors are surrounded by 2,000-foot-high cliffs dotted with pine- and juniper trees that cling to cracks in the rock like the climbers who frequent the area. In the maze of narrow canyons, wildflowers thrive alongside streams and hanging gardens are fed by seeps in the walls’ cracks. Zion Lodge offers the only in-park accommodations, and is ideally situated to place you right in the action. The main lodge, with its knotty-pine woodwork, and log and wicker furniture, is a re-creation of the original building, which burned in 1966. Guests overnight in nearby historic log cabins, or in comfortable motel rooms in two-story log-and-stone buildings. The cabins are rustic but each has a gas-log fireplace and a private porch. Snag a table in one of the lodge restaurants at lunchtime for food with a spectacular view of the sheer red-rock canyons walls.

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THE U.S. OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER For many of America’s Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls, the dream starts here. Come see them in action! Call 719-866-4618 or 888-659-8687 for more information or visit teamusa.org JOIN US fOR A fREE GUIdEd TOUR! U.S. Olympic Training cenTer 1750 E. Boulder Street Colorado Springs, CO 80909

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ACTIVITIES&EVENTS

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FAMILY FUN AT THE BROADMOOR

TRIP TO THE CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO. OUTDOOR NATURE WALKS. DANGLING FROM THE MONKEY BARS AT THE ON-SITE PLAYGROUND. THESE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE KID-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES YOU WILL FIND AT THE BROADMOOR. HERE ARE SOME OF THE YEAR-ROUND AND SEASONAL OFFERINGS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR FAMILY VACATION A BREEZE.

true! Children ages 3-12 delve into age-appropriate activities such as hiking, golf and tennis lessons, fitness classes, themed movie programs, interactive storytelling, field trips to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and much more. Bee Bunch begins on Memorial Day weekend and runs through Labor Day and is also available on weekends from Thanksgiving to Christmas, which is capped off by a New Year’s Eve party geared just for kids. Chil-

HOLIDAYS

4TH OF JULY The

dren must be potty trained

The Broadmoor’s ac-

Broadmoor’s blush-

and the resort maintains a

claimed Christmas season

colored buildings turn

staffing ratio of one coun-

is one you’ll never forget,

red, white and blue for

Whether you enjoy indoor

selor to every five camp-

but several other holidays

Independence Day! The

or outdoor pools, The

ers. The Bee Bunch Room

are worth remembering.

whole family will love

Broadmoor has you cov-

is located on the Lower

ered. The indoor Spa Pool is

Level of the West building.

POOL

open year-round but when

several days of activities EASTER Make reservations

that include Huck Finn

early for The Broadmoor’s

Fishing, Milkshake Mania,

Easter Sunday brunch—it’s

a water balloon toss, Zoo

not to be missed. Highlights

Animals on Parade and

scorching, cool off at the

PRIVATE CHILDCARE

infinity edge pool with a

Parents occasionally need

also include a Kids’ Tennis

the Red, White and Blue

beach-style wade-in slope.

a night without children

Slam Jam clinic, Storytime

Carnival with carnival

As the kids splash around

and The Broadmoor of-

with Mother Nature and an

games, sno-cones, bounce

in the children’s wading

fers private childcare for

Easter Carnival with a vari-

houses and a climbing wall.

pool or barrel down the two

little ones as young as 6

ety of crafts, food and fun.

waterslides, soak up the

months old. All babysitters

vistas under the backdrop

are CPR-certified, have

MEMORIAL DAY This week-

may be in mourning

of Cheyenne Mountain on

been background checked

end is The Broadmoor’s

now that summer has

the deck or in your private

and there is a three-hour

Summer Kickoff Party on

come to an end, but The

cabana. Be sure to also

minimum per session.

the North Lawn with face

Broadmoor’s Farewell to

rent a four-person paddle-

Prices start at $12 per hour

painting, cotton candy spin-

Summer Party will lift you

boat and coast around

for the first sibling, $15 per

ning, a magic show and sto-

out of your doldrums. The

adjacent Cheyenne Lake.

hour for the second sibling

ry time. Kids will stay busy

entire weekend is filled with

and reservations should

all weekend with Wii gaming,

fun like a movie marathon,

be made no less than one

paddleboat races and round

Improv Show: Stick Horses

The Broadmoor’s ac-

week in advance with a

robin, where you’ll meet the

in Pants, s’mores roasting,

claimed children’s program

24-hour cancellation policy

resort’s tennis pros for a

cookie decorating and

is a kid’s dream come

without incurring a fee.

fun family tennis activity.

scavenger hunts.

summer temperatures are

BEE BUNCH

LABOR DAY Your family

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GET OUT&PLAY

ACTIVITIES&EVENTS

Feel like venturing out? The Colorado Springs area offers countless options for off-property entertainment. Ask The Broadmoor concierge for information on visiting any of the following favorites.

Hike through towering red sandstone rock formations along accessible trails with views of Pikes Peak. OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER 1750 E BOULDER ST, COLORADO SPRINGS, (719) 866-4618

COLORADO SPRINGS

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO 4250 CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO RD.

THE GREATER COLORADO SPRINGS AREA OFFERS A WEALTH OF NATURAL AND MANMADE ATTRACTIONS. HERE ARE A FEW HIGHLIGHTS.

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(719) 633-9925 CMZOO.ORG

This mountainside zoo, the only one of its kind in the country, features opportunities to handfeed giraffes, a new Encounter Africa exhibit and sweeping views of

Colorado Springs and beyond. Don’t miss Electric Safari (Early Dec–Jan 1), when more than 1 million lights and 40 animated light sculptures transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. GARDEN OF THE GODS (719) 634-6666 GARDENOFGODS.COM

Headquarters for the U.S. Olympic Committee administration and the Olympic Training Center programs. PIKES PEAK HIGHWAY

An incredible 19-mile highway leading to Pikes Peak mountain. Open year-round, weather permitting, with numerous photo stops along the way affording scenic views

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and myriad wildlife. Don’t miss the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (June 30), where professional drivers race to the summit. Events surround the activity leading up to race day. SEVEN FALLS SEVENFALLS.COM

Touted as The Grandest Mile of Scenery in Colorado, Seven Falls in Cheyenne Canyon features beautiful hiking, self-guided audio tours, wildlife viewing and a computerized night lighting system. UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY 719-333-2025 USAFA.AF.MIL

Visitors can tour this modern sprawling campus that includes the Academy, Falcon Stadium, a chapel and Arnold Hall, a museum honoring Air Force personnel. WORLD FIGURE SKATING MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME (719) 635-5200

that represent the world of figure skating.

EVENTS MAY 25–27 TERRITORY DAYS Old Colorado City.

Celebrate the heritage of the Old West with entertainment, gold panning, local arts and crafts and delicious food. JUN 29 RIDE FOR THE BRAND CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO Norris-Penrose

Event Center. Real working cowboys compete in a series of fun team competitions. Don’t miss the Longhorn Cattle Drive down Tejon Street at noon on June 28. JUNE 30 PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB Pikes Peak.

First competed in 1916, The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is the second oldest motor sports race in America. Drivers race up Pikes Peak in a bid to be crowned “King of the Mountain.”

WORLDSKATINGMUSEUM.ORG

Skaters and non-skaters alike will love the displays of costumes, medals, skates, videos and more

JUL 10–13 PIKES PEAK OR BUST RODEO Norris-

Penrose Event Center. Sanctioned by the ProRodeo Cowboys Association, cowboys compete in steer wrestling, bareback bronc riding, tie-down roping, bull riding and women’s barrel racing. AUG 31–SEP 2 COLORADO BALLOON CLASSIC Colorado

Springs Memorial Park. More than 75 hot-air balloons sail into the sky each morning of Labor Day Weekend (weather permitting).

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ACTIVITIES&EVENTS DOWNTOWN COLORADO SPRINGS THE HEART OF COLORADO SPRINGS OFFERS A WEALTH OF DINING, SHOPPING, AND ENTERTAINMENT IN A WALKABLE DOWNTOWN AREA. The Haberdashery Broadmoor Hotel

Forever Plaid JUN 12– 29/2014 ~ Floyd

and Clea Under the Western Sky DEC 7 FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Enjoy an old-

fashioned parade with floats, animals, lights and music capped by an appearance by Santa.

CRIPPLE CREEK 877 858-4653

PIKES PEAK CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (719) 799-4138

MANITOU SPRINGS

PIKESPEAKCENTER.COM

JUN 27 ~ Josh Turner JUL 13 ~ Arlo Guthrie AUG 6 ~ Amy Helm

and the Handsome Strangers AUG 11 ~ Ben Taylor AUG 16 ~ Mel Tillis AUG 30 ~ Michael McDonald SEP 25 ~ Diana Krass OCT 12 ~ Reinventing Radio: An Evening with Ira Glass OCT 23 ~ Celtic Thunder Mythology OCT 25 ~ Straight No Chaser JAN 26/2014 ~ Natalie Merchant COLORADO SPRINGS FINE ARTS CENTER (719) 634-5581 CSFINEARTSCENTER.ORG

to advertise in the broadmoor magazine ContaCt Susan Wist

303.378.1626

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An educational and multidisciplinary arts destination featuring fine arts, events and special exhibits. FINE ARTS CENTER THEATRE COMPANY SEP 26–OCT 20 ~

Noises Off DEC 5–29 ~ The Wizard of Oz Play It Again, Sam MAR 21–APR 6/2014 ~

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KNOWN FOR AND NAMED AFTER THE NATURAL SPRINGS THAT FLOW THROUGH THE AREA, TODAY MANITOU SPRINGS IS A QUAINT COMMUNITY AT THE BASE OF PIKES PEAK THAT FEATURES A VARIETY OF DINING, SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT OFFERINGS. JAN 12 GREAT FRUITCAKE TOSS Fun and fruitcakes

fill the air as the dessert is launched into the air using a variety of mechanical and pneumatic devices. AUG 31–SEP 2 COMMONWHEEL ARTISTS CO-OP ART & CRAFTS FAIR This juried show

and art sale in Memorial Park features food, entertainment and some of Colorado’s best artists.

BOX OFFICE: (719) 634-5583

JAN 30–FEB 16/2014 ~

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Less than one hour from Colorado Springs, the center is home to wolves, coyotes and fox living in a wooded environment that allows visitors to get up close and personal with these beautiful animals.

IN THE REGION COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER 4729 TWIN ROCKS RD, DIVIDE, COLO. (719) 687-9742

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A fun historic mining town located at the base of Pikes Peak. Activities include restaurants and casinos, train rides on the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, trips into a mine, and much more. MANITOU CLIFF DWELLINGS 10 CLIFF RD, MANITOU SPRINGS (719) 685-5242 CLIFFDWELLINGSMUSEUM.COM

Experience the preserved dwellings of the Anasazi Indians, who lived in the Four Corners area of Southwest Colorado from 1200 B.C. to 1300 A.D. ROYAL GORGE BRIDGE AND PARK 4218 COUNTY ROAD 3A, CAÑON CITY (888) 333-5597 ROYALGORGEBRIDGE.COM

Experience awesome views from the world’s highest suspension bridge, which hangs 1,053-feet high and spans one-quarter mile across the canyon. Ride the world’s longest single-span aerial tram or the steepest incline railway, fly over the Gorge on the Royal Rush Skycoaster or test your courage on the Royal Gorge Zip Line Tour.

Area Activities Walk the arena with

Rodeo Legends The colorful history and equally colorful legends of professional rodeo live on at the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy.

Senior, military and youth discounts available. Children under 5 FREE!

Summer Hours: May 1 - Sept. 1 Open 7 days a week 9am-5pm Winter Hours: 9am-5pm Wednesday - Sunday I - 2 5 & R o ck r i m m o n B l v d . ( E x i t 1 4 8 )

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LOOKING GLASS

REMAINS OF THE DAY

or centuries, bagpipers throughout the British Isles were used to both begin and end the day. Bagpipes at dusk came to the United States in the 1800s when immigrants brought the sounds to golf tournaments as a way of honoring their Celtic heritage. It’s only fitting, then, that The Broadmoor continues this tradition with “Bagpipes on the Lake.” Each evening at dusk, starting May 17 and continuing through October 25, a solitary piper begins lakeside by the first tee box of the West Course and travels to several locations around Cheyenne Lake, entertaining visitors and guests along the way.

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Nightly bagpipe serenades usher in evening with Celtic tradition.

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Is there a part of your soul that longs for woods, irons, fairways and greens instead of emails, smart phones and iPads? Is there a void that needs to be filled by a tee box and not an inbox? Rediscover your passion. Play The Broadmoor’s renowned championship golf courses. Explore our legendary links and find what you’ve been missing.

For tee times, please call Ext. 5790. b r o a d m o o r. c o m

Host of the 2008 U.S. Senior Open and 2011 U.S. Women’s Open