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Activities/Attractions
 Celestial Seasonings Tours
Visit the home of Celestial Seasonings Tea Company and be their
guests for a tour and tea tasting. Visit their home in Boulder,
Colorado and take a 45-minute tour of the factory, Art
Department and R&D labs.
After your tour feel free to visit the wonderful Celestial Café
and enjoy breakfast, lunch, or simply a cup of tea.
For more information call (303) 581-1202.
 Coors Brewery Tours
Visit the brewery and take
a 30-minute walking tour through the brewing facilities and then
enjoy a few free samples of our beers.
Coors makes a promise to show you Coors Rocky Mountain Brewing
tradition. For more information call (303) 277-2552.
Hot Air Ballooning
Ballooning has been around
since mankind's first successful flight in 1783 in France.
Ballooning, as with any sport carries an acceptable degree of
risk, but it remains as one of today's safest forms of flight.
Flights are scheduled 7 days a week year round at sunrise and
sunset (when the winds are calmest). Also offered is balloon
jumps for sky divers, hang glider towing, stunt flying and
aerial photography. For more information call (719) 260-0011.
 Olympic Training Center
The U.S. Olympic Complex in
Colorado Springs is the headquarters for the U.S. Olympic
Committee administration and the Olympic Training Center
programs.
The center upgraded in 1997 with a state-of-the-art sports
medicine and sport science center, an athlete center which
includes two residence halls and a dining hall and a visitors
center. The center is capable of providing 557 coaches and
athletes with housing, meals, and, of course, some of the most
technologically advanced training equipment and techniques
available.
The USOC is dedicated to preparing America's athletes to
represent the United States in the ongoing pursuit and
achievement of excellence in the Olympic Games and in life.
Tours are available, call for more information (719) 632-5551.
 Pikes Peak
America's most famous
mountain, Pikes Peak has a 14,110 summit, which is accessible by
road.
From the bottom until you top the clouds you will witness some
of the most breathtaking scenery in the world.
The entrance to Pikes Peak is located about 15 minutes west of
Colorado Springs on Highway 24. For more information call (719)
385-PEAK or (800) 318-950.
River Rafting
Colorado's mountainous terrain and
plentiful rivers make it an ideal location for river sports. The
most popular of these is guided river rafting. There many river
rafting companies in the state, each of which specialize in
certain rivers and areas. Most every river rafting company
offers half-day and full-day ventures and the majority of them
also offer multi-day trips that include camping along the river.
Prices are relatively reasonable with half day treks running
around $50 per person and full day treks (usually including
lunch) running about $80-$90 a person. Some rafting companies
offer lower prices for children. In general, children under the
age of 16 are not allowed on the treks involving higher class
rapids.
Every rafting company requires the use of life jackets, which
are provided. In addition, due to the risk involved in
whitewater rafting, all rafting companies will require you to
sign a release form prior to your departure.
Area rivers include; Green River, Clear Creak, Colorado River,
Arkansas River, North Platte, Dolores, Gunnison River, Rio Chama,
Rio Grande, and the Yampa River.
Necessary attire for river rafting includes quick drying shorts
and shirts (avoid cotton), and shoes that can get wet and will
stay on your feet. Lifejackets and wetsuits (when necessary)
will be provided by the company as well as transportation to
your put- in location.
For those who don't like to share, many of the companies also
offer guided kayak tours and lessons.
 Seven Falls
World famous Seven Falls
and south Cheyenne Canon give you a breathtaking view of
Colorado Scenery at its best. Seven Falls is located just 10
minutes from downtown Colorado Springs.
All of the splendor of the Rockies… unique rock formations,
charming chipmunks, Native American dances in the summer and a
nature trail to Inspiration Point for a panoramic view of
Colorado Springs and the great plains. The falls are spectacular
at night and beautiful by day year round. For more information
call… (719) 632-0765
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