| The following article lists some simple, informative tips | | | | parties, story time at Pitkin County Library. And last |
| that will help you have a better experience with | | | | but not least try out the vapor caves or hot springs. |
| Aspen, Colorado Vacations. | | | | For all those who love art or are artistically inclined will |
| Aspen is a city of festivals that begin in January with | | | | enjoy the Aspen Art Museum. The host exhibits, art |
| the Winterskol a great winter carnival. In June you | | | | talks and gallery tours. They also offer workshops |
| can attend the Food and Wine Classic while in the | | | | for adults and children. |
| summer you can enjoy the Aspen Music Festival. | | | | Aspen has something for everyone. That is why it is |
| Nearby if you'd like a diversion for a little while you | | | | one of the top family vacation areas in the country. |
| can go to Ashcroft or Independence Ghost Towns. | | | | Anderson Arts Center which is in Snowmass, and yes |
| This you'll enjoy with or without the kids. | | | | that is still part of Aspen, features a place for |
| Did you know that Aspen is also a wonderful | | | | children of all ages to give way to their creative spirit. |
| Summer vacation spot for the whole family? Well it | | | | This summer's workshops include photography, |
| is! To begin you can enjoy the clean mountain air | | | | sculpture, beading, painting and mask making. |
| while you sleep late the first day or two. They enjoy | | | | Now that we are on the subject of Snowmass how |
| a show at the Opera House. Try a hike or a bike ride | | | | about visiting their summer's weekly rodeo? Watch |
| or something different like the Fairy Caves for a | | | | as professional cowboys go up against bronco's and |
| change of pace. | | | | bulls! Plus there are plenty of activities for the kids. |
| So what else can you do in the summer in Aspen | | | | Like a wonderful petting zoo, mechanical bull riding |
| you ask? Well here's a partial listing to help you get | | | | and mutton busting which is sheep riding. |
| your planning ideas together: | | | | In the winter time don't forget to check out the area |
| Enjoy mountain biking, rock climbing, mountain | | | | of Buttermilk. It is the home for the kids enjoyment |
| boarding, overnight camping, arts and crafts, Hallam | | | | of Crazy T'rain Park and X Games Super Pipe! |
| Lake nature preserve tours, bird watching, swimming, | | | | As for lodging Snowmass Club has its own kid's club |
| fly fishing, whitewater rafting, enjoy Camp | | | | and golf course! The condo's at The Gant and Aspen |
| Snowmass or Camp Aspen Club, enjoy the Aspen | | | | Square are within walking distance from downtown |
| Mountain Obstacle Course, Tennis and Yoga lessons | | | | Aspen. |
| at the Gant, horseback riding, cooking classes, | | | | So as you can see Aspen is a great family vacation |
| adventure hikes, outdoor education, climbing wall, | | | | spot year round. Make sure you see everything while |
| miniature golf, mine tours, gold panning, chuck wagon | | | | you are there. |