Were you served a little too much scrolling, rushing and worrying over the holidays? If your nerves are feeling frazzled, come refresh your spirit and kick off the new year with an inspiring escape to Grand Lake, where invigorating forays in nature, soul-stirring cultural activities and heart-warming, small-town experiences can be found in every nook and cranny of this quaint, lakeside hideaway.
This tiny town boasts an array of opportunities and activities to reconnect you to what really matters–friends, family and, most importantly, your own self! One of the best ways to get out of your head and into the present moment is by focusing on a creative task or project. Luckily, Grand Lake is home to the Rocky Mountain Folk School, offering a year-round schedule of traditional arts and crafts classes designed to “engage the hands, warm the heart and stimulate the mind.” Allow the natural beauty of Grand Lake and the surrounding mountain scenery inspire you to learn a new skill or artform with workshops like wood turning, ice sculpting, pottery, rug hooking, weaving and much more–the creative possibilities are endless!
In Grand Lake, we believe nature is the best medicine to soothe the nervous system, and here you will find numerous ways to steep yourself in the healing tonic of fresh air, sunshine, stillness and the scent of pine. From taking a stroll around town on a self-guided historic walking tour, to strapping on skis or snowshoes to venture up to Adam’s Falls or into Rocky Mountain National Park, or ice skating on Colorado’s largest natural alpine lake, Grand Lake offers easy access to mellow, micro-adventures perfect for helping you to ease into the silence within and hear the whispers of your soul.
If expanding your gratitude practice is one of your New Year’s resolutions, you’ve come to the right place. It’s no secret that gratitude is one of the best tools for both grounding and uplifting the spirit, and volunteering is a great way to show appreciation for the places and activities you cherish. Grand Lake is a tight-knit community with lots to offer, but it takes a village to produce fun, family-friendly public events and activities. We rely on volunteers of all ages to help plan, organize and run local events and keep everyone entertained year-round, and we would love to have your help! Volunteering is not only a great way to show your gratitude for Grand Lake, but also a fun way to make new friends and adventure buddies! Check out our event calendar for upcoming volunteer opportunities
