Create Holiday Memories at the Ranch
December Activity Guide
Thanksgiving Dinner at the Ranch
Thursday, November 24, 2022
The Ranch is a great place to gather for the Holidays and we are happy to help with the cooking. Robert’s Pub will have a special menu. Reservations are required-call 541-595-1240.
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Turkey Trot Fun Run & Walk
Saturday, November 26 | 10am
Registration at 9:30am
Non-timed fun run and walk | Short Course 1.2 miles | Long Course 3.5 miles
$10 per person benefits the Sisters Furry Friends Foundation | Friendly, leashed dogs welcome
Black Friday Holiday Sale
Friday, November 25 | 9:30am-5pm
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Cyber Monday Sale
Monday, November 28, 2022
Get out your calendars to take advantage of our once a year sale on your summer vacation. Call the Welcome Center at 541-595-1252 on Cyber Monday to take advantage of our lodging deals.
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Stargazing at the Ranch
Saturday, December 3 | Special Winter Solstice Program Wednesday, December 21 | Friday, December 23 | Tuesday, December 27
Enjoy the brilliance of Black Butte Ranch’s incredible night sky! Listen to an ancient story about the stars, find constellations, and learn about interesting visible night sky objects, and look through a telescope. $20 / Adult | $10 / Kids ages 4-15 (must be accompanied by an adult)
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Retreat to the Ranch this Holiday Season
4th Night FREE Lodging Offer
Our spacious vacation rentals provide plenty of room for family and friends. Make it a retreat and stay 3 or more nights in one of our vacation rentals and receive your 4th Night FREE.
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Giving Tree Holiday Gift Drive
2022 Spirit of Christmas
The Black Butte Ranch Police Department is collecting gifts to assist families in need this holiday season. To donate, collect a tag from one of our “Spirit of Christmas Giving Trees,” at the Postal Center, purchase a new gift listed on the tag, and deliver the unwrapped gifts with the tag to the BBR Police Department.
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Big Meadow Golf
Holiday Open House & Special Sale
Saturday, December 10 | 9am-3pm | Big Meadow
Enjoy treats and beverages during our Holiday Open House. We have something to please everyone, and the whole shop is 20% off.
Plus, putt for a chance to win up to 50% off!
Give the Gift of Golf
Guarantee some fun in the future! We have a special pre-season offer for golf season passes and punch cards.
Call the Big Meadow Golf Shop for details: 541-595-1545.
Give the Gift of Black Butte Ranch
Give a gift that will long be remembered! Gift cards can say any number of things, from “I love you” to “thank you” to “you deserve a getaway.”
Black Butte Ranch gift cards are valid for lodging, golf, dining in any of our restaurants, merchandise in our sports shops, bike, ski or snowshoe rentals at our rental shop and at the Spa. Gift cards are available in any denomination.
To order, call 541-595-1252 or visit the Black Butte Ranch online store.
Craft Kits To Go
Pick up a craft kit at the Glaze Meadow Recreation Center Rec Desk | $4 each
Selection may vary.
Kids Activities at LAC
December 26 – January 1
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Santa visits the Ranch
Saturday, December 17
9am-11am & 11:30am-1:30pm
Lakeside Activity Center
Photos with Santa (Don’t forget your camera)
Cookie Decoration
Coloring
Stop by after at the Lakeside Bistro for a holiday beverage and a treat | Open 7:30am-3pm
Christmas Day Dinner
December 25, 2022 | 2pm-7pm
Robert’s Pub
Celebrate with a fine holiday meal.
Reservations required – call 541-595-1240
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The Bistro will be open 7:30am-11am for coffee and pastries.
New Year’s Eve
Ring in the New Year at the Ranch. Whether you go night skiing at Hoodoo, host a party with loved ones at home, enjoy an adult beverage at Robert’s Pub, or bring a hot drink to the meadow to watch the stars, the Ranch is a great place to begin the New Year.
New Year’s Day Brunch
January 1, 2023 | 10am – 2pm
Ring in the New Year with brunch at the Bistro.
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Bonfire Snowshoe Tour
January & February 2023 | Saturday Nights | 7:00 – 10:30pm
Please call GMRC to book at 541-595-5881
Wanderlust Tours invented this one of a kind snowshoe tour under the light of our solar system’s twinkling lights. Cruising on snowshoes, our destination is a hand-carved amphitheater in the snow where a crackling bonfire awaits. Join us for a magical meander through the powdery snow-filled forest at night in the Cascade Mountains west of Sisters, Oregon. Taste of delectable desserts and hazelnut espresso vodka-laced hot cocoa. Our naturalist guides will point out planets, stars and constellations as we relax in the glow of the fire.
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Ski & Stay
Hoodoo Ski Area is just 13 miles from the Ranch. Our ski and stay packages make it easy to extend the fun to another day.
Call 855-257-8435 to Book Now
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Explore BBR with Guided Nature Walks
Explore the incredible beauty and natural diversity of Black Butte Ranch alongside local naturalist and educator, Jennie Sharp. You’ll learn about local plants and animals, geography, geology, and human history in this gorgeous place. Kids and adults are welcome!
Tuesday December 27th | 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm
Wednesday December 28th | 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm
Thursday December 29th | 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm
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Snow Activities
It’s a winter wonderland out there—and gliding along our endless cross-country ski trails is the perfect way to explore it. Rent skis and snowshoes from the Rental Shop.
Snow Fun at the Sledding Hill
Have you tried the sledding hill near Glaze Meadow Golf Course? Park at the lot on Ponderosa and head west.
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Relax & Rejuvenate
After a day of play, relax at the hot tub. The hot tubs at Glaze Meadow and Lakeside await and are just the thing to ease muscle tension after adventures.