EXPLORERS

Kedrowski & Fielder: Ski CO through a Lens – December 13

Dr. Jon Kedrowski is a geographer, ski-mountaineer, expedition leader and outdoor adventure athlete. In 2011, he became the first person to camp and spend the night on the top of Colorado’s 55 official 14ers (peaks over 14,000′). In 2012, Dr. Kedrowski successfully climbed Mount Everest on May 26. His story has been chronicled extensively as he witnessed and survived the worst tragedy on Everest since the 1996 disaster.

From majestic sunrises over the Rockies to colorful wildflowers, photographer John Fielder has been capturing the beauty of Colorado for 40 years. Author of 50 exhibit format and guide books, including Colorado’s all-time best-selling regional title, “Colorado 1870-2000,” he hikes and skis hundreds of miles of the state each year — and drives thousands — in order to capture its most sublime natural places.

Join Dr. Jon Kedrowski and John Fielder for an evening of stories – both funny and dramatic – from their combined 60 years of surviving the challenges of exploring the nivean world. This visually stimulating presentation will be derived from their new books, “Classic Colorado Ski Descents” and “A Colorado Winter.” Thursday, December 13. 7:00 PM Chautauqua Community House. Buy tickets online.

LODGING

Chautauqua holiday party package

Make the most of the holidays with an unforgettable escape to Chautauqua. We invite you to book your festivities with us!

Gather your co-workers, friends and neighbors and enjoy the relaxing and magical atmosphere of the Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark. Stay in a charming cottage nestled against the Flatirons and savor a holiday-inspired dinner in the intimate atmosphere of the Chautauqua Community House.

Package includes:
• Two-bedroom cottage
• Seasonal buffet dinner menu. View full menu here.
• Holiday-inspired decorations by Historic Boulder, Inc.

Contact lodging@chautauqua.com or call 303.952.1611 for more details.

Restrictions: Offer valid on new reservations only through February 12, 2018. Minimum of 20 guests required. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Tax and gratuity not included.

CHAUTAUQUA DINING HALL

Holiday afternoon tea

Step back in time and enjoy a holiday-inspired afternoon tea in front of the cozy fireplaces at the Chautauqua Dining Hall. This traditional afternoon tea service includes a classic, three-tiered assortment of fresh baked sweet & savory treats and a pot of premium tea. Cost: $23.00 per guest or $28.00 per guest with sparkling champagne. $15.00 for children 12 years of age and under. $3.00 additional charge for gluten free. 24-hour advance reservations with a credit card are required. Served daily from 2 – 4 PM through January 13. View the menu here.

For reservations, call 303.440.3776 or click here.

SUPPORT

Thank you for your support on Colorado Gives Day!

By giving through Coloradogives.org, your donation helped the Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA) receive a portion of the incentive fund, which increases the value of every dollar donated! With your help we successfully raised over $25,000.

As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, CCA relies on your generosity to help preserve the site and spirit of the 120-year-old Chautauqua for future generations by enhancing its community through cultural, educational, social and recreational experiences.

Your support helps…
• Produce new and traditional arts and cultural programming
• Nurture young historians
• Provide scholarships to Camp Chautauqua
• Preserve CCA’s historic buildings and maintain its beautiful grounds
• Continue our commitment to sustainability

Thank you for your generous contributions!

Photo credit: Rocky Mountain Joe Sturtevant