Welcome to the Evergreen Lodge at Vail and the beautiful Vail Valley. We hope you will take part in some of the many activities, special events and celebrations the area is famous for or just savor the fantastic mountain scenery and atmosphere.
Ensuring that you have a pleasant, comfortable stay is our number one goal. Our friendly, helpful staff is at your service. This directory is designed to provide a quick reference to our facilities and services as well as to familiarize you with our community.
Please do not hesitate to let us know how we can make your time with us the perfect guest experience.
Enjoy!
The Staff of Evergreen Lodge
Vail, Colorado USA
FREQUENTLY USED TELEPHONE EXTENSIONS
Altitude Bar and Grill ..................................................................................................... Dial 176
To retrieve messages from voice mail, dial 456, then follow the prompts.
Room-to-Room Calls
Dial 7 + the 3-digit room number. If room number is unknown, please dial 0 for assistance.
Local Access
Dial the 7-digit local phone number. All local calls are free of charge.
Hotel Operator Dial 0
Internet
Wireless access is available throughout the hotel. “Evergreen_Guest.” (Password: 9704767810)
Baby-Sitting
GUEST SERVICES
Contact the Front Desk for assistance ......................................................................... Dial 0
Baggage Service
Contact the Front Desk for assistance ......................................................................... Dial 0
Catering – Sales – Groups
Open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by appointment .......................................................................................................................................... Dial 159
Check-Out Time
11:00 a.m. Should you wish to extend your stay, we will make every effort to accommodate your request. Please contact the Front Desk on the morning of your departure.
Churches
For a schedule of local worship services, contact Guest Services (ext. 0), or the Vail Interfaith Chapel at 970-476-3347.
Copy and Fax Services
GUEST SERVICES
Contact the Front Desk for assistance ......................................................................... Dial 0
Credit Cards
The Evergreen Lodge at Vail accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa.
Cribs and Rollaways ............................................................................................................ Dial 0
Cribs are available at no charge. Rollaway beds are available for $20.00 per night fee.
Laundry
We have coin operated laundry and detergent on site on the lower level.
Dry Cleaning
We have same-day dry cleaning service available every day except holidays. Have your dry cleaning at the Front Desk by 9:00 a.m. and it will be returned by 6:30 p.m.
Emergencies ..............................................Dial 9 + 911 or contact the Hotel Operator “0”
For Your Safety
Please familiarize yourself with the location of your room and fire exits by checking the fire safety plaque on the back of your room door.
Front Desk............................................................................................................................. Dial 0
Guest Services
You will find brochures, magazines, newspapers, etc., located on our lobby level. Please contact Guest Services at ext. 0.
Health and Fitness Facilities
Exercise equipment and free weights are located on the hotel’s lower level. Our fitness room is open 24 hours year-round. We also offer a seasonal heated pool, an indoor hot tub and two saunas on the lower level as well, open from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Contact the Front Desk ................................................................................................... Dial 0
Mail and Packages
Contact the Front Desk ................................................................................................... Dial 0
GUEST SERVICES
Our heated outdoor pool is available seasonally from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Located on the Lower Level.
After an invigorating day, relax in our king-size indoor hot tub and two saunas. Men’s and women’s changing rooms with showers are available as well. Located on the lower level, hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. year-round.
Our Front Desk staff can provide you with information regarding any of the area’s recreational opportunities including snowmobiling, fishing, tennis, hiking, white water rafting, golf and much more!
HOTEL DINING
Altitude Bar and Grill
With 20 HDTVs and our giant projection screen, Altitude Bar and Grill is a great place to watch your favorite team and grab a bite. Serving a full menu until 9:00 p.m. every night, Altitude is Vail’s favorite sports bar and restaurant.
Annapurna
Our cuisine combines simple and elegant spices from Nepal & India resulting in dishes rich in flavors well as culture. The many ethnicities, cultural backgrounds and history come alive in the country’s cuisine. We provide a multitude of dishes as diverse as the country of Nepal.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served seasonally, please dial 0 for more information.
Full Menus Located on Inside Cover
TV CHANNEL GUIDE
THINGS TO DO
DEEP ROOTS MASSAGE
Reclaim your health and well-being with personalized therapies that nurture and restore your body and mind. With more comfort in your body, more energy, and a healthy nervous system, be a better partner, friend, parent, and have more enthusiasm for your hobbies and life! Special prices for Evergreen Lodge guests. Located in our lower lobby, dial 0 for more information or to book.
VENTURE SPORTS AT EVERGREEN LODGE
Venture Sports is a full-service ski and snowboard rental shop located in the lobby of the Evergreen Lodge. Open 7 days a week all winter long to accommodate your ski and snowboard rental needs. Also offering complimentary ski storage and a small retail selection for your last-minute ski day necessities. Stop in at Venture Sports on your way to the slopes to get geared up!
TRANSPORTATION AND SKI LIFT INFORMATION
We encourage you to take advantage of the free in-town shuttle bus service provided by the Town of Vail. The closest bus stop is found by exiting on the lower level and following the path to the Dobson Ice Arena/ Public Library area.
Getting to the ski lifts: Both Gondola One in Vail Village and the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead are within walking distance. However, the access is even quicker and easier via the in-town shuttle bus system. Just exit via the lower level and follow the pathway to the Dobson Ice Arena/Public Library area to catch the free shuttle going either direction. Buses run every 5-10 minutes during ski season and on adjusted schedules in summer, spring and fall.
Parking for one car per reservation is free for our hotel guests in any of our three outside lots and underground garage. Parking is also available in the Vail public parking structures in the Village area and in Lionshead. There is a charge for these structures during ski season.
Taxi service is available, contact the Front Desk at ext. 0
Transportation is available to Denver International Airport and to the Eagle County Airport. Schedules are seasonal. Contact our Guest Services Staff (ext. 0) for rates and reservations.
Main 800-433-7300.........Spanish 800-633-3711........Baggage 800-535-5225
Delta Air Lines (Dec.–April)
Main 800-221-1212........Spanish 800-511-9629.........Baggage 800-325-8224
United / United Express (Year-round)
(Daily Summer Ticket Counter Hours: 5:00 a.m. to 6:15 a.m., 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.)
Main 800-864-8331.......Spanish 800-426-5561..........Baggage 800-335-2247
Air Canada (Dec.–April)
Main 888-247-2262.......Baggage 888-689-2247
FIRE SAFETY MESSAGE
Like all buildings, hotels can have fires. Plan what to do when you check in. You won’t have time to plan during a fire.
First, find two exits nearest your room. Be sure they are unlocked and unblocked.
Then, count doors between your room and exits so you’ll have a reference point if it’s smoky.
When you hear an alarm, act, don’t investigate.
If fire is in your room, get out and close the door. Once out, report the fire.
If fire is not in your room, leave if you can. First, feel your door. If it’s cool, open it slowly and go to the nearest exit. Crawl in smoke. Fresh air will be at the floor. Take your key so you can go back if you can’t use your exits.
Never use elevators during a fire. They could stop at the fire floor. If your room door is hot, don’t open it. Your room may be the safest place to be. Seal all cracks with wet towels. Shut off fans and air conditioners. Signal at your window. Call the Fire Department and wait to be rescued.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Check with the Vail Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times for Vail at www.vailchamber.org.
Check with the Beaver Creek Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times for Beaver Creek at www.beavercreekchamber.org.
HIGH ALTITUDE TIPS
The mountains of Colorado are among the most beautiful parts of America and we hope you will enjoy every minute of your visit. But some of the very features that make the high country so attractive may cause problems unless you recognize and know how to prevent them.
Here’s why:
As you go higher, barometric pressure decreases, the air becomes thinner, and less oxygen is available. It’s also colder and drier, and the ultraviolet rays from the sun are stronger. Each of these changes may have an unpleasant effect on your body.
This can cause Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), which can affect anyone.
Altitude
Many popular resorts are 8,000 to 9,500 feet above sea level; Breckenridge sits at 9600 feet above sea level, home to the highest lift in North America, Imperial Express at 12,480 feet.
You will probably notice that your breathing is faster or more profound, and you may feel short of breath, especially when you exercise. This is the body’s first and most effective response to altitude. Your heart is likely to beat faster also; this is a helpful normal reaction.
However, you may also develop a headache, nausea, or unusual tiredness; some people even have trouble sleeping. Depending on the altitude, 20 to 40% of all visitors from near sea level have one or several of these symptoms, which we call Acute Mountain Sickness or AMS. Many sufferers describe AMS as similar to a severe hangover.
HIGH ALTITUDE TIPS
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In high-altitude environments, you may experience:
• Dizziness Vomiting Confusion
• Headache Loss of Fun Shortness of Breath
• Nausea Fatigue Difficulty Breathing
Take it easy for the first day or two. Reduce alcohol, caffeine, and salty foods. Drink more water than usual. Salt causes your body to retain fluid (edema), which increases the severity of altitude illness.
Above all – listen to your body! Don’t push. If you feel worse and worse, get help!
Minor altitude symptoms occasionally become life-threatening.
Temperature
The sun has more power in the thin air, and a bad sunburn can spoil your stay. No matter how tanned you may be, use a protective cream. “Cold sores” are aggravated at high altitudes but might be prevented by a medication (Acyclovir) that your doctor can prescribe. Snow blindness –sunburn of the eyes – is a real danger, especially on new snow, and even on foggy or cloudy days. Wear sunglasses or goggles with ultraviolet protection.
Temperature falls about three degrees Fahrenheit for every 1,000 feet of altitude and can get cold very fast. Take extra clothes. Hypothermia (low body temperature) can occur even in the summer if you are wet, wind-chilled, hungry, tired, or poorly dressed. The warning signs are clumsiness, trouble thinking or talking clearly, irritability, and confusion.
Watch for these signs in each other. If in doubt, stop, warm up, eat, and drink – and if necessary, send for help.
Most people dress appropriately in winter, but be sure boots and gloves are not wet or too tight. If you lose sensation in your face, fingers, or toes, stop, look for frostbite (numb, cold, white areas), and take time to warm up.
Water
The crisp mountain air is exhilarating, but it’s also very dry. You lose much more water than you realize in exhaled air and from sweating. Maintaining body water is essential, so drink two or three times more than usual. Fill your canteen in the hotel. Don’t drink from streams. Juices and water are better than tea, coffee, or alcohol. Remember that at high altitudes, one alcoholic drink does the work of two.
HIGH ALTITUDE TIPS
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Injuries
Accidents can happen at any time to anyone, but they are more common when you are cold, tired, or hungry. Remember that lack of oxygen can impair your judgement, leading you to do foolish things. Whether hiking, skiing, playing golf, or tennis, give your body plenty of food and water to function efficiently. Don’t keep going when you’re very tired; quit while you’re ahead.
Illness
Of course, you are as likely to get a cold, flu, or upset stomach in the mountains as you are at home. But altitude illness feels very much like flu, or a hangover, and it can be a lot more serious. If you have any doubts, get medical help. Don’t let ignorance or carelessness spoil your stay.
There is great personal joy, beauty, and spiritual peace in the mountains. Treat yourself with respect and enjoy your stay.
High Altitude Tips and Tricks
• Drink plenty of water. Dehydration is more likely to occur at higher elevations.
• Alcohol may worsen the likelihood of dehydration.
• Some medications, like Diamox, can help with AMS, but they must be started before reaching high altitude.
• Check with your doctor ahead of time.
Rent an oxygen concentrator from Bluebird Oxygen, which can be ready upon arrival. It serves 2 guests and helps during sleep.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
Vail – The largest single-mountain resort in the U.S. with 5,289 acres of skiable terrain, including Vail’s Front Side, famous Back Bowls, and Blue Sky Basin.
Beaver Creek – Located just 10 miles west of Vail. Offers great skiing with virtually no lift lines. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find everything you want at Beaver Creek plus a genuinely friendly atmosphere.
Adventure Ridge – Located on Vail mountain at Eagle’s Nest. Among the winter activities offered are: ice skating, tubing, ski biking, kid’s snowmobile tours, and snowshoeing. In the summer: climbing wall, rebound trampoline, pony rides, disc golf, and more. Adventure Ridge offers a variety of restaurants and operates during the day as well as most evenings. Contact the Mountain Information Center at 970-754-8245 for more information.
Walking Mountains Science Center – Located in Avon, this five-acre site provides the community with a place for hands-on learning and discovery. The campus boasts a wetland area, Buck Creek, aspen forests, and an indoor discovery center. For class schedule or hours of operation, call 970-827-9725.
Nature Discovery Center – Discover the wild side of Vail at this high mountain yurt next to the Eagle’s Nest gondola. Summer nature hikes and winter snowshoe tours available. Open seasonally. Call 970-754-4675 x 10 for schedule.
Vail Nature Center – Located across Gore Creek from the Ford Amphitheater. This five-acre preserve features trails and a visitor center that hosts daily programs on topics such as wildflowers, birds, and beavers. Call 970-479-2291 for hours of operation.
Vail: Children have their own special mountain areas such as Coyote Crossing at Lionshead, and Animal Kingdom at Golden Peak in Vail. Three to six-year-olds can join the Mogul Mice beginner’s class or the Super Stars class for those who are more advanced. Six to 13-year-olds can join an all-day class including lunch. Non-skiing children from two months to six years can spend the day at the Small World Day Care at Golden Peak (970-754-3200 x 1).
Beaver Creek: Beaver Creek offers lessons with grouping by age and ability so everyone has a great time (970-7545462). There are specially designed areas for children only with magical mountain adventures featuring fun ski-through attractions and NASTAR races. Non-skiing children from two months to six years receive excellent professional care and enjoy plenty of indoor and outdoor exercise at the Small World Play School. Call 970-754-5325.
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