Things To Do In The Pinery
2nd Freedom Firearms & Consulting
Concealed-Handgun-Permit Class for One or Two from 2nd Freedom Firearms & Consulting (Up to 53% Off)
Certified police and NRA instructors demonstrate safe practices and basic handgun laws; qualifies students to apply for a state CCW license
Franktown
$200 $99
One- or Two-Day Shape Ski or Snowboard Rental Package from Beavers Sports Shop (Up to 50% Off)
Beavers Sports Shop
Multiple Locations
$24
$12
View Deal
$110 Worth of Boxing Lessons from Liver-Hunt Kickboxing Academy
Liver-hunt Kickboxing Academy
Parker
$110
$39
View Deal
$88 for $250 Worth of Personal Training — Ryan Allen Fitness
Ryan Allen Fitness
Parker
$250
$88
View Deal
Six Fitness Classes or a One-Month Fitness-Class Pass at M2 Core + (Up to 68% Off)
Lagree Fitness / Megaformer / Pilates Fitness Classes at M2 Core +
Parker
$126
$52
View Deal
$69 for Two Months of Unlimited Crossfit Classes at 20 Mile Crossfit ($260 Value)
20 Mile Crossfit
Parker
$260
$69
View Deal
$39 for Dance Lesson Package with Two Private Lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studio ($290 Value)
Fred Astaire Dance Studio
Multiple Locations
$290
$39
View Deal
Four Weeks of Unlimited Martial Arts Classes at Abba Martial Arts/ Karate For Kids (61% Off)
Abba Martial Arts/ Karate For Kids
Parker
$199
$78
View Deal
$39 for a Dance-Lesson Package at Champions Dancesport ($290 Value)
Champions Dancesport
Multiple Locations
$290
$39
View Deal
$29 for One Entry to the Winter Park Wipe Out Scavenger Hunt Challenge on Saturday, March 28 ($50 Value)
Winter Park Wipeout
Winter Park
$50
$29
View Deal
Two-Day Beginner Fly-Fishing School for One, Two, or Four from Minturn Anglers (66% Off)
Minturn Anglers
Multiple Locations
$325
$111
View Deal
Select Local Merchants
It's often easy to forget that humans aren't the only beings on earth in need of sanctuary; sometimes, animals need it, too. Set across 900 rolling, scenic acres, The Great Escape Mustang Sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing, training, and providing sanctuary for wild horses and burros, specifically American and Spanish Mustangs. At the facility, these magnificent animals roam just as they would in the wild, sharing land and closet space with other herds and feeding off the greenery that surrounds them. But just because these horses are in protection doesn't mean they're off limits to the public. As part of its mission to educate the public on the issues surrounding wild horses, The Great Escape provides visitors with the chance to photograph the mustangs, interact directly with them, and learn about their stories as well as the historical significance of certain breeds.
Owner and senior wine instructor Dani Cross created VinBoutique with a mission to introduce palates to the best French wines. A certified level-III sommelier, Cross personally travels to France to hand-pick vintages from small production companies and develop relationships with local vintners, ensuring her customers enjoy a collection of reds, whites, and bubbly that is exceptional not just in craftsmanship and taste, but also in value. "By tasting my wines, you can actually hone your palate way quicker because [the wines are] technically correct" in the way they are selected, shipped, and stored, she says. "If you're not tasting something that's proper, you won't know what chardonnay is supposed to taste like."
A strong belief that wine should be enjoyed and shared with others inspires VinBoutique's tasting classes, where Cross and other wine experts share insights into different varietals, food pairings, and wine-making techniques. Using an approach designed to be both fun and unintimidating, Cross also includes a question-and-answer section, as well as easy-to-follow tasting notes, making her classes accessible to everyone from the casual wine fan to the connoisseur who can uncork a bottle using only their mind. As Dani continued to try new wines and savor her favorite French vintages, she became dismayed. Often, the wines she bought had been stored improperly or for too long, destroying the bouquets and noses that she loved. "Born of frustration, I decided to start my own [wine boutique]." And thus she curated a selection of French wines for VinBoutique. "By tasting my wines, you can actually hone your palate way quicker because [the wines are] technically correct" in the way they are selected, shipped, and stored, she says. "If you're not tasting something that's proper, you won't know what chardonnay is supposed to taste like."
In addition to bottles of red, white, and bubbly, Dani and a team of instructors offer wine classes suitable for everyone from the casual wine fan to the connoisseur who can uncork a bottle using only their mind. Each class comes with notes and take-home materials, and is taught by a teacher who can both go into great technical detail or give thorough overviews so that student's don?t "get cross-eyed."
For nearly 60 years, the Arapahoe Philharmonic has played the classical music of historical composers and modern musicians to audiences around Denver. The orchestra's Spring Pops Gala will feature the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, the American songwriting duo whose musicals, including The Sound of Music and The King and I, have won a slew of Tony, Oscar, and Grammy awards. VIP ticket holders can slip in early for a Two Rivers wine tasting at 6:00 p.m., enjoying sips of vino and a variety of hors d’oeuvres. Curiosity-seekers can caravan a short safari through the animal- and plant-life exhibits of The Wildlife Experience museum, taking care to park impatient camels outside the venue before settling back into the reserved-seating area for a sonic adventure with the orchestra.
A hardcore runner might laugh at the idea of a race that's only five miles long??until they realize the course has more than 25 obstacles designed to challenge the runners' physical and mental strength. That's the Siege Race, an event designed by elite law enforcement to help athletes feel more courageous and confident in their abilities. The obstacles include everything from scaling walls and inclined monkey bars to challenges such as climbing cargo nets and carrying weighted poles. Participants aren't required to conquer each obstacle, but those wanting to give it their best try can sign up for pre-race training events where trainers help runners practice on the actual obstacles.
Jessica Pickering brings more than 12 years of horse-showing experience to each hunter, jumper, and eventing lesson she conducts. Using the tenets of dressage as an overarching theme, Jessica starts students off with flat lessons that focus on horizontal riding techniques before moving on to vertical jumps and activating the horse wings for aerial flights. Once students are comfortable galloping with their steed, they can begin jumping and competing. Each class takes place on the saddles of Venus and Miss Roulette, two highly trained horses that are great for beginners and kids.
The staff at 20 Mile Crossfit hail from a variety of fitness backgrounds. They push participants of all skill levels to pursue healthier, stronger, and more mentally tough lifestyles. Through everyday movements, clients can improve muscle strength, agility and flexibility in workouts that fit into busy schedules.