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Bob Bondurant High Performance Driving Expands to Pikes Peak International Raceway

Wednesday, April 25th, 2012

Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving and Pikes Peak International Raceway (PPIR) today announced a new business venture that will strengthen Colorado’s attraction as a destination for corporate and participant motorsports events. The new partnership, Bondurant Performance Driving at PPIR, combines one of the most versatile motorsports venues with the most respected advanced driver training programs in the country.

The Bondurant School, based in Phoenix, is the largest purpose-built driving school in the world, with courses in high-performance driving, advanced road racing, teen driving, karting, highway safety, military training and executive protection. The school is celebrating its 44th year under the direction of Bob Bondurant, world champion driver and internationally recognized leader in advanced driver training.

PPIR, in Fountain, CO., just south of Colorado Springs, opened in 1997 as a venue for international motorsports events. Today the famed raceway hosts year-round racing, high performance testing, and participant events that appeal to all level of motorsports enthusiasts.

“After site visits and a meeting with my team, we voted with enthusiastic high-fives that PPIR is the beginning of the Bondurant expansion plan,” Bob Bondurant said. “The five-star facility has all the parallel benefits of our Phoenix home base, including the ability to race year-round, but to add the opportunity of an oval to our programs is absolutely fantastic!” he said.

PPIR CEO and co-owner John Molloy said, “Attracting Bondurant to PPIR puts a crown jewel of the motorsports industry in the heart of Colorado. By working together, we truly offer a one stop shop for corporations, event planners, team building leaders and individuals looking for exhilarating motorsports entertainment and educational programs,” Molloy said.

The addition of Bondurant’s presence at PPIR elevates the motorsports industry within the cluster of impressive international and national sports organizations in the Region. “This partnership represents a collaboration of the best in  motorsports and fuels enthusiasm and energy for the entire area,” Greater Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation Board Chairman Doug Quimby said.

Find more about this high-speed experience at www.PPIR.com.

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Colorado Springs Gets Dirty this Summer

Monday, April 23rd, 2012

Colorado Springs is stacked with annual events like the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and Colorado Balloon Classic, but this summer proves to be one of the dirtiest and most intense. Four rip-roaring challenges will drag competitors and spectators through the mud, really. Whether it’s a mythological Spartan Challenge, a Dirty Dash or a 1,400-foot elevation climb with an elephant-sized reward, there’s no reason not to get a little filthy this May and August. For more Colorado Springs area events, visit www.peakradar.com.

Spartan Race – Hades on Earth
May 5-6, 2012
Spartan Race is the world’s leading obstacle race series of pure primitive craziness. Spartan Race will take place at Fort Carson Army Base. The event is Military Sprint distance (approximately four miles) with a few extra “surprises” compliments of the 4th Infantry and Special Forces units. This Spartan-style race has its own unique rules, rankings and Military medals. Be warned, there is fire, muddy water, barbed wire and a veritable hell, or Hades, on earth. If the courses don’t damage entrants psyche, the clock will. Mud, bruises and awesome stories are free. www.spartanrace.com

Dirt Around the Collar
May 19, 2012
While there isn’t exactly dirt involved, competitors will be rewarded with a poo-tacular prize. It’s a run like no other, so the medallions should be unique, too. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo called on Lucky and Kimba, African elephants, to help make a special memento for the winners of the 4th annual Run to the Shrine. First the elephant poop was dried, then molded and cured with epoxy resin. This event is the only day of the year foot traffic is allowed on the breathtaking road to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun. Runners tackle the nearly 1,400-foot elevation gain that winds through the zoo with giraffes, tigers and grizzlies lining the course. All proceeds help feed and care for Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s 800+ animals. www.cmzoo.org 

Brag like the Big Dogs
August 4, 2012
Let’s face it, not everyone is a Greek-sized competitor. Not excited by electrocution? Then the inaugural Big Dog Brag is the mud run of choice. Don’t be fooled, the Big Dog Brag isn’t a Saturday Stoll. There’s no lack of mud pits, walls to scale, cargo net climbs or boulders. The course was designed for participants 13 and up and all fitness levels by a master challenge course architect and national rock crawl track designer. This event lets the whole family feel like a big dog. Proceeds support year-round programs for Extreme Impact and Adventure With A Purpose. www.bigdogbrag.com

Dirty Dash Mud Run
August 11, 2012
Defy the basic laws of running and relationships: push friends in the mud and drag their names through it. The Dirty Dash will take entrants and their friends to a Rocky Mountain High that doesn’t require an intervention or a visit from a friendly DEA agent. Crawl through pipes, launch down giant slip ‘n slides and navigate balance beams. This dirty endeavor even includes a beer (or root beer) chug to finish. Not only can spectators come for free, but they can buy water balloons at the Hog Wash obstacle to pummel runners as they pass. All the proceeds go to the American Cancer Society’s Climb for the Cure. www.thedirtydash.com

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Colorado Springs Offers a Tank Full of Summer Savings

Thursday, April 19th, 2012

Everyone is feeling the pain at the pump. Colorado Springs area lodging, restaurants and attractions have joined forces to help ease the sting of filling up this spring and summer. The destination has launched a “Tank Full of Summer Savings”, offering fuel-friendly prices on anything from a pint of microbrew to a $50 gas card. Start planning an affordable and memorable escape that is easy on the wallet. Click on www.VisitCOS.com/fuel to view all fuel-friendly deals.

 Lodging

 Ann’s Sanctuary of the Rose

Fill up the gas tank with $50 off when booking four or more nights at this private luxury adobe guesthouse located in the foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains May-October. Must ask for discount at time of booking. www.sanctuaryoftherose.com

Comfort Inn South

Stay three nights at $89 per night and receive a $50 gas card free upon departure. Package includes free breakfast, wi-fi and indoor pool and spa. Offer expires May 31, 2012. Must mention CVB at time of reservation. Advance reservation required. Rates do not include tax. www.comfortinn.com/hotel-colorado_springs-colorado-CO190

The Village at D&B Ranch

Set 15 feet from a roaring creek in the middle of 12,000 acre Mueller State Park, the Ranch offers a spring special for anyone traveling more than 100 miles from their original location. Stay for two nights and get the third night free. Offer expires May 30, 2012. Call Jerry at 719/686.9004 or e-mail village@dbranch.com. www.dbranch.com

Sundance Mountain Lodge

This family-owned, full-service hotel sits in a natural and artistic setting. Located in the quiet town of Monument, CO the Lodge enjoys view of Pikes Peaks and the foothills and will offer a $25 discount on any stay. Must be booked directly. www.sundancemountainlodge.com

Attractions and Dining

 American Adventures Rafting

Don’t get hot about rising gas prices. Stay cool with 20% off an American Adventures Rafting trip. Valid on any rafting adventure Sunday through Friday until September 3, 2012. Discount must be mentioned upon booking. Use code GAS2012 when booking. www.americanadventure.com

The Victor Lowell Thomas Museum

This Victor, CO museum full of history about the 1890’s gold rush days knows gas prices can get travelers down. Print the page at VisitCOS.com/fuel and bring it to the Museum June 1-30,2012 to receive $2 off admission for two. http://victorcolorado.com/museum.htm

Colorado Vertical Helicopter Tours

Fill up on thrills with a helicopter tour of Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods Park or the Royal Gorge.  Mention fuel-friendly deals when booking to receive 10% off a helicopter tour. Call 719/648.5580 for more information. www.coloradovertical.com

Colorado Springs Food Tours

Visit six local restaurants without getting in the car. Save $10 on two tickets when using the online discount code “savefuel” for one of the weekly walking food tours in downtown Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs or Old Colorado City. www.coloradospringsfoodtours.com

Salsa Brava & Sonterra Grill

Show a gas receipt at either of these locations from the last 10 days and receive $5 off any appetizer with the purchase of two entrees. Offer expires August 31,2012. www.rockymtnrg.com

Phantom Canyon Brewing Co.

Bring in a fuel receipt from the same day and the good ‘ole boys and gals at Phantom Canyon will buy the first beer. www.phantomcanyon.com

* All deals are subject to availability and cannot be combined with other deals and discounts. Black-out dates and restrictions may apply.

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Sky Sox to Feature “Where’s Sox the Fox” Promotion in 2012 Season

Friday, April 13th, 2012

Friday, April 13 will mark the home opener for the AAA Sky Sox Baseball’s 25th Season. The Colorado Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and Pikes Peak Country Attractions Association have partnered with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox for a new “Where’s Sox the Fox?” promotion to highlight area attractions.

This new sponsorship will have Sox making appearances at popular regional attractions and random guests from the crowd will have to guess his correct location. Winners will receive one Pikes Peak Country Attractions Association “VIP” pass that provides complimentary admission and discounts to 24 regional attractions. This new promotion will take place during half of the 2012 Sky Sox home games.

VP of Marketing & Membership for the CVB, Amy Long, enthuses that this program is a great way for locals to experience the Colorado Springs region like a visitor. “This partnership is a natural platform to speak to our residents about the new Colorado Springs logo and brand as well as encourage them to enjoy attractions here in their hometown. Being a part of the Sky Sox 25th Anniversary season is just the cherry on top.” The first “Where’s Sox the Fox?” promotion will take place during this Saturday’s home game. Visit the Sky Sox website to purchase tickets.

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Colorado Springs into Easter Weekend

Wednesday, April 4th, 2012

Royal Gorge Route Railroad’s Easter Bunny Train – April 7 & 8

Hop aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad’s Easter Bunny Train for a true family event featuring the Easter Bunny himself.  Take in the scenes of the Royal Gorge in spring while your children enjoy a reverse hunt as the Easter Bunny hands out eggs with chocolate treats and Depot dollars – good for food on board and gifts in the Santa Fe Depot train shop. Capture the memory with a family photo in front of the #8 train bedecked with festive Easter decorations. The Royal Gorge Route’s Easter Bunny Train departs at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 7th and Sunday, April 8th, 2012. Order your favorites from the Vista Dome, bar car or concession menu or enjoy our chef-prepared Prime Rib lunch, including potatoes, dinner roll and asparagus, for just $17.95 in Vista Dome and Sunshine Falls bar car. Note that children must be at least 3-years of age and well behaved on the lunch train.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s EGGStravanganZOO – April 7

Visit the Lodge at Moose Lake between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to color a hard boiled egg at one of the special decorating stations, then check the feeding schedule to watch as zookeepers distribute the eggs to the animals between 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Special treats like this enrich the animals, promote mental and physical exercise, and stimulate the natural behavior of foraging for food. For the health and safety of the animals, all eggs and decorating supplies will be provided by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Normal admission rates apply.

Colorado Easter Sunrise Service Hosted by Royal Gorge Bridge & Park and the Ministerial Alliance of Canon City – April 8

The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park and the Ministerial Alliance of Canon City are hosting the annual Easter Sunday Sunrise Service April 8, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. The service is free to the general public, and guests are asked to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to families in need. The main gate to the park will open at 5:45 a.m. and the sun will rise at 6:35 a.m. just as the service starts. There will be seating for 500, and guests are encouraged to dress warmly as the mornings can be “chilly.” Special music performed by the Mountain View band. Complimentary coffee and hot cocoa will be served before the service and guests may bring their own lawn chairs.

Victorian Easter Egg Hunt and Luncheon Tea – April 7

Join Miramont Castle for a Victorian Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 2 through 10 accompanied by an adult. A generous supply of eggs will be hidden for the children to locate and a special basket will delight the child who finds the golden egg! Following the egg hunt, retire to the beautiful Tea Room for an abundant luncheon, with special treats to delight the little ones. Reservations are required. Seating is limited and fills up early. There will be three seatings: 10:00 am, 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm.

Chocolate Bunny Walk & Egg Hunt at Bear Creek Nature Center – April 7

Meet a live rabbit and learn about these furry hoppers at the Bear Creek Nature Center, then join the Bunny Guide as you hike to look for goody-filled eggs along the trail. Children ages 2 – 10 with an adult. Reservations Required-$5/member, $7/non) For more information call 719.520-6387.

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