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January 2005 Heidel House News
Greetings,
You may not hear it enough, but we want to make sure you hear it from us: Thank you! We appreciate your interest in Heidel House Resort.

We look forward to bringing you our latest information and many other interesting reads. Hopefully you will be able to take advantage of our great rates offered through Heidel House News in 2005.

Again, thank you for allowing us to serve you and have a happy and prosperous new year.

Scott Krause
General Manager
Heidel House Resort

Stay for $69 per night
 
What better way to start a new year than with a getaway priced right? Now through March 31, 2005, we're offering our Standard room for only $69* per night. Take advantage of this great promotion soon: This low rate is based on availability.

While you are here, relax and enjoy the winter weather. We have lots of winter recreation to choose from, like ice skating, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and even ice fishing. Not an outdoorsy person? Along with our three restaurants on property, we have an indoor pool, two whirlpools, a sauna, game room and fitness center: You may never have to go outdoors! Another great winter treat is a jaunt to the local spa. Our front desk would be happy to make arrangements for you. Just let them know when making your reservation.

Call 800.444.2812 and speak with our reservations department to book your rooms. Mention that you read about our $69 room rate in this January issue of Heidel House News.

*Rate is based on availability and some restrictions may apply. Promotion good until March 31, 2005.

Valentine's Day
 
It is not too early to book your Valentine's Day getaway. If you're not able to break away on Valentine's Day, take advantage of our Romantic Escape package available anytime in January and February. The package includes: Overnight accommodations, champagne and chocolates delivered to your room, dinner for two at Grey Rock restaurant, breakfast for two in the Sunroom and all tax and gratuities. Our midweek package starts at only $159 and weekend package starts at $199

Call 800.444.2812 to make your reservations today.

Green Lake's Winterfest
 
Green Lake's annual Winterfest celebration is just around the corner, this year being held on February 11 and 12. Live music by local favorite Greg Gerard, snow volleyball tournament, ice bowling, ice golf, horse and wagon rides, and helicopter rides, are just some of the fun things to do.

To sign your team up for any of the events call the Green Lake Area Chamber at 800-253-7354.

Eric Bibb & Ruthie Foster
 
Eric Bibb: From Africa, through Europe, to the Mississippi Delta, this acoustic guitarist and singer appears to be heir to the roots-blues throne created by Taj Mahal. Recognized with a Grammy Nomination and 4 W.C.Handy nominations.

Ruthie Foster: Ruthie's remarkable hybrid of blues, gospel, roots and folk music, are rich with honest spirituality and emotion. Ruthie's simply amazing vocal abilities have critics comparing her to Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin.

Visit Thrasher Opera House on Friday, January 28, 2005, to see these two put on an amazing performance together. Tickets are $20 per person and the show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Winter Trivia
 
Get your pens ready: It's time for winter trivia! After you've written down your answers, click the link below to find out how many answers you have correct. Good luck!

1. How many times a year does the sun set and rise in the Arctic?
a. Zero
b. Once
c. Twice
d. Twelve times

2. What is "hoar"?
a. A type of frost formed by flat frozen crystals
b. The sound ice makes when it is shifting
c. A type of icicle
d. An Inuit name for a snowstorm

3. Which of the following conditions would help sound travel further and sound clearer?
a. Just before it snows
b. When the snow is fresh and fluffy
c. When the snow is actually falling
d. When the snow surface becomes smooth and hard from time or strong winds

4. What ratio of people buried in avalanches survive the ordeal?
a. One in two
b. One in four
c. One in twenty
d. One in seventy

5. Where do icicles most often form?
a. The south side of buildings
b. The north side of buildings
c. The west side of buildings
d. The east side of buildings

6. What is a "toque"?
a. One of the words Inuit people use for snow
b. A small barrel tied to a Saint Bernard dog's neck in the Swiss Alps
c. The word Canadians use for winter hat
d. A hot beverage in Norway

7. What percentage of fresh snow is composed of air?
a. 30%
b. 50%
c. 80%
d. 90%

8. What was the world record for the most snowfall in a 24-hour period?
a. 30 inches in Prince George, British Columbia
b. 54 inches in Waterville, Maine
c. 76 inches in Silver Lake, Colorado
d. 110 inches in Rimouski, Quebec

9. Who invented the snowmobile?
a. Henry Ford of Michigan
b. Robert Francis St.Jean of Switzerland
c. Joseph-Armand Bombardier of Quebec
d. David Bushnell of Connecticut

10. The largest iceberg ever recorded worldwide was 207 miles long and 62 miles wide. Where was it found?
a. Off the coast of Greenland
b. In the Arctic
c. In the Antarctica
d. Off the coast of Baffin Island

 

Contact Information

phone: 800.444.2812
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