Big Sky’s River Rock Lodge Announces the
“Getaway to Grow” Packages!

Big Sky, Montana, April 2007 … According to the Travel Industry Association of America, more than 30 million adult travelers took an educational trip to learn or improve a personal skill, sport or hobby during the past three years.*

In recognition of this trend, Big Sky’s River Rock Lodge and its sister lodging company, Resort Property Management of Big Sky, announce the new “Getaway to Grow” packages.

River Rock is a charming Montana-style lodge situated within the quaint Meadow Village in Big Sky, at the foot of famed Lone Peak Mountain.  River Rock’s relaxed setting is absolute inspiration for a mind-expanding getaway.  The majestic beauty of Big Sky, the azure skies, and the abundant outdoor and recreational activities in every season offer countless opportunities to pause, learn a new skill, rediscover the importance of relaxation, or reconnect with the curious child within.

The Getaway to Grow package includes three nights of lodging accommodations at River Rock Lodge, with a hearty continental breakfast each morning.  For roomier accommodations, guests can select their own “getaway to grow” vacation home from 125 beautifully appointed properties, located in Big Sky’s Meadow Village or up on Lone Peak Mountain.  The vacation homes are available through Resort Property Management, the sister company of River Rock Lodge (four night minimum stay, breakfast not included in the homes).

The Getaway to Grow package features a choice of a Wildlife Safari in the wilds of Yellowstone, which is nearby, or a Yellowstone Excursion to all the famed thermal sites and more.  Both Yellowstone adventures include a trained guide.  Or, if guests prefer, they can hone their fishing skills with two days of fly fishing instruction and fishing on Blue Ribbon steams – some of the world’s best — with noted outfitter and guide, Brian Kimmel (outfitter no. 6398).

The Getaway to Grow package is priced from $345 per person for the Wildlife Safari and Yellowstone Excursion packages, and from $635 per person for Fly Fishing with Brian Kimmel.  Prices are based on double occupancy at River Rock Lodge.

Vacation home accommodations through Resort Property Management with the Wildlife Safari and Yellowstone Excursions are from $685 per person; fly fishing from $975 per person.  Pricing is based on double occupancy (guide gratuity extra).

Getaway to Grow Packages

Wildlife Safari!

Yes, you can take a safari in America!  Safari for an entire afternoon and evening through Dunraven Pass, the Lamar Valley, and the wilds of Yellowstone, stalking your prey as you go … with cameras, of course.  Professional safari guides take guests on a journey through the wildest parts of Yellowstone where guests can expect to see and learn about a wide range of wildlife — bears, pronghorn, elk, bison, moose, mule deer, coyotes, wolves, bighorn sheep and mountain goats!  Beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife will make this trip as memorable as it is inspirational.  Guides have a spotting scope available so that guests can get a look at some of the more distant wildlife as well.  It’s even possible to catch a glimpse or more of Yellowstone’s famed and fierce grizzlies.

The Wildlife Safari package in Yellowstone includes an afternoon & evening tour through breathtaking Yellowstone.  The safari is guided by the highly experienced Yellowstone Tour Guides of Big Sky and available May 1 through July 30.

Yellowstone Excursion includes Bubbling Paint Pots, Old Faithful!

For those who would like to discover the famous sites of Yellowstone, the Getaway to Grow package offers the Wildlife Excursions.  Included is an afternoon and evening tour visiting Yellowstone’s most famous thermal features: the Fountain Paint Pots and the renowned and yes ever faithful geyser Old Faithful.  Another treat is a visit to the historic and recently restored Old Faithful Inn.

Then it’s on to Firehole Canyon and Falls, Firehole Lake Drive, and other geyser basins.  The excursion may even offer the opportunity to catch a geyser taller than Old Faithful.
Members of Yellowstone’s famed wildlife are known to make an appearance too, including elk, bison, black bears, grizzly bears, moose and wolves.  The Yellowstone Excursion package is available May 28 through October 15.

Fly-fishing Instruction, Casting, Fishing in Blue Ribbon Trout Streams with Noted Outfitter, Brian Kimmel

Southwest Montana’s blue-ribbon trout streams and trophy trout lakes offer some of the most challenging yet rewarding trout fishing in the world!  When it comes to learning about the Zen of flying fishing, Brian Kimmel may be one of the very best persons in Montana to connect with.  A native of Montana and a fisherman since he was 5, yes – age 5, Kimmel has invested 30 years in learning the waters and fish habits of the trout-filled rivers that flow through the Big Sky state.

It’s not just us saying so … he has been featured on Fly Fishing of America television and Great Outdoor Games television, as well as in countless magazine articles and during public speaking opportunities.

In fact, Brian is recognized by the leader in the fly fishing industry, the Orvis Company, as one of the very best guides in the fresh water world.  He is the recipient of the coveted “Orvis Guide of the Year” award, given annually for excellence in guide development and providing an exceptional outdoor experience.

Kimmel offers fly fishers — from the notice to the most discriminating — an adventure of a lifetime.  He customizes the instruction to meet the needs of each guest.  Angler’s can learn to become one with hard fighting southwest Montana trout, the region’s solitude and achingly beautiful surroundings, while promoting a deep respect for the natural balance and harmony of the river and its wild environment.  Fly fishing instruction packages are available June through October, weather permitting.

To learn more about the Getaway to Grow Wildlife Safari, Yellowstone Excursion or Blue Ribbon Fly Fishing package opportunities, contact Susie Leach, general manager, at 406-995-4455 or 866-995-4455 or visit www.riverrocklodging.com.

River Rock Lodge is a charming and welcoming Montana-style lodge located in Meadow Village, Big Sky, Montana.  The lodge features an inviting living room lobby with a fireplace and soaring cathedral ceiling, a breakfast room, library, and 29 large, well-appointed guestrooms with wet bars, refrigerators, down comforters, Pendleton Wool blankets and plush terry robes.  The luxurious Vista Suite offers a double sided fireplace, jetted tub, double walk-in shower and private balcony.  In season, ski shuttles are available to the slopes at Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin.  The Lodge is located 45 miles from Yellowstone National Park and 40 miles from Bozeman, Montana and the Gallatin Field Airport.  To discover more about River Rock Lodge or to make reservations, call 866-995-4455 or visit www.riverrocklodging.com.
River Rock Lodge’s sister company, Resort Property Management, offers a large selection of luxurious vacation homes available for rent in Big Sky’s Meadow Village and up on Lone Peak Mountain.  Many offer ski-in, ski-out opportunities.  To learn more about the vacation homes available through Resort Property Management or to make reservations, call 866-995-4455 or visit www.rpmbigsky.com.
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*Source: Package Travel Insider, March/April 2007