Four Feet of Snow Blankets Torreon Golf Community

Jan. 21, 2010 - PRLog -- Fresh snow  blanketing Arizona’s White Mountains turns Golf communities like Torreon into sparkling winter wonderlands.  Sunrise Park Ski Resort reports 3’ of fresh powder on a 50” base, with 6 lifts operating. Visitors to the area can ski, snowboard, sled and tube at Sunrise Park, and build snowmen right outside their front door at Torreon Golf Community. A scenic three hour drive from Phoenix or Tucson, Torreon is the hub of family friendly winter fun, and the condo style accommodations with washer/dryers in each unit make it easy to keep snow gear ready to go. Families or couples can relax in front of the fireplace, and enjoy snacks and a luscious hot drink prepared in their fully appointed kitchen.Pet-friendly units are available, so you can bring the whole family. The Torreon Grille will prepare hearty box lunches for your daytime outings, and provides casual dining when you return.

Mark your calendar for the 8th Annual Winter Games in the White Mountains, January 30 and 31, 2010. Sled Dog races will be held at Sunrise Park Resort on Saturday & Sunday, starting at 9am each day. There will be 3, 4, and 6-dog teams competing for cash prizes. On Sunday around noon, the Mountain Mushers will sponsor a kids' race, so bring the kids and let them experience running the dogs.

The fun continues at Hon-Dah on Saturday afternoon, when the Winter Festival kicks off at 2 p.m. at the Hon-Dah Festival Grounds with the Dog weight pull, Northern Breed dog show, Mountain Mutt's dog show, Ice Sculpting competition and Chili, Salsa, Fry Bread Cook-offs. This extraordinary family experience will be a memory you'll revisit for years to come. Participants are invited to register early because space is limited; applications for all the competitions, maps and flyers can be downloaded at www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com. For more information or to register for any of the Winter Games events, please call 928-369-7574.

Enjoy these glorious winter activities, or cuddle by the fire and read a book; either way, Torreon Golf Community is the hub of winter entertainment or the perfect cozy getaway. Go to www.torreon.com to download unique hot drink recipes, and to view the interiors of the luxury lodges. Winter rates reflect a 20% discount  for a 2 night stay, and include a complementary bottle of wine at check-in.  Pet-friendly units are available. Torreon Golf Lodge Reservations: 928-537-3707.

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