Adventure Planner November 23 November 30, 2014

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1 Adventure Planner November 23 November 30, 2014 Please Note: All activities and events require reservations and a minimum number of participants must be met. Complimentary activities are available to Big Cedar Lodge and Wilderness Club overnight guests only. Please contact Guest Services at ext for more information or to make reservations. when you re finished. It doesn t get any better than this hassle free dining experience, allowing maximum family enjoyment. Enjoy all the holiday favorites! A small basket feeds 4-6 people and starts at $275; A large basket feeds 8-12 people and starts at $425. Baskets are available for order November 24th-30th and require a 24-hour notice. Contact your Vacation Planner for details. Thanksgiving Celebration Activities Thanksgiving Dining Options Gather around our table this Thanksgiving and enjoy more time with your friends and family as the Big Cedar Culinary Team prepares a feast fit for a king. Thanksgiving Day dining options include: The Worman House Thanksgiving Buffet: We are offering your favorite holiday fare including made-to-order Belgian waffles, omelets, oysters on the half shell, smoked salmon and of course carved turkey along with delicious desserts and so much more. Entertainment will also be featured. Adults: $42.95; Children (4-12 years): $ Children three and under are complimentary. Offered on Thursday from 9:30am-9:30pm. Osage Restaurant & Buffalo Bar Thanksgiving Buffet: Join us at Top of the Rock and experience an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal. Our Culinary Team will prepare plenty of traditional favorites along with a few surprises. Adults: $42.95; Children (4-12 years): $ Children three and under are complimentary. Offered on Thursday from 11:00am-7:00pm. Tom the Turkey Welcome Bonfire: Come meet Tom the Turkey, play lawn games and eat s mores around the campfire. Don t forget to ask the Big Cedar Activities Team about all the fun activities happening at Big Cedar during your stay! This event is complimentary. Offered at the Truman Bonfire Site on Wednesday from 5:00pm-6:00pm. Gobble Wobble 5K Turkey Trot: Walk off your Turkey Day feast on our scenic 5K (3.2 mile) route. Tom the Turkey will be there to help kick everything off. The first 50 participants to cross the finish line will receive a complimentary prize. This event is complimentary. Meet at the Kids Fishing Pond on Friday at 9:30am. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Tom the Turkey Scavenger Hunt: Grab your teammates and race other teams around the Big Cedar property in search of Tom the Turkey. $25 per team. Two to six members per team. The Scavenger Hunt will take place on Friday from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Contact Guest Services for location and reservations. Appropriate footwear is strongly recommended. Third Annual Turkey Shootout: Sign up to try your hand at our Turkey Shootout! Prizes will be awarded to our top shooters. This event is complimentary. Offered to ages 6 and older on Saturday at 3:00pm. Contact Guest Services for location and reservations. Devil s Pool Restaurant Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet: Highlight the holiday with made-to-order omelets, a complete range of breakfast items, delicious lunch entrees and wonderfully rich desserts. Adults: $36.95; Children (4-12 years): $ Children three and under are complimentary. Offered on Thursday from 10:00am-3:00pm. Thanksgiving Dinner Delivered to Your Room: Enjoy the traditions of Thanksgiving in your own room, but let us do all the work! Our Room Service team will deliver an entire Thanksgiving meal to your cabin, set the table and then come back to clean up

2 banquet space with glass doors that open to an infinity pool. Arnie s Barn is a 150 year old wooden barn that was brought from Arnold Palmer s hometown in LaTrobe, Pennsylvania and reconstructed at Top of the Rock by a local Amish family. This magnificent structure houses a Mexican restaurant that features soaring, vaulted ceilings, two lofts and is also home to the Top of the Rock Pro Shop. A Vision Worth The Wait Please Note: Resort attire required in all outlets; collared shirts recommended for men over the age of 12. : The journey to Top of the Rock begins with an unforgettable two-and-a-half mile ride in an electric cart along the Lost Canyon Nature Trail that offers a series of stunning rock formations, beautiful views of Table Rock Lake and leads you to the awe-inspiring Lost Canyon Cave. The centerpiece of this four-story cave is a cascading waterfall and a unique cave bar. Such a rare experience is available only at Top of the Rock. Tours are available daily from (seasonal hours may apply). Contact Guest Services for more information. Coming Soon! Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum: This groundbreaking museum celebrates the rich ancient history of the Ozarks and is Johnny Morris way to give back and commemorate the people and animals that came before us. It contains carbon-dated skeletons of ancient Missouri creatures and true-to-life dioramas of animals that once roamed the Ozarks. Explore several rooms featuring one of the nation s largest collections of Native American artifacts and artwork as well as an expansive display of historic Civil War items. Dining at Top of the Rock: Osage Restaurant is the cornerstone dining experience featuring American cuisine in a stunning dining room with sweeping Ozark Mountain views. It is a fascinating destination where guests can linger long after their meal to take in the fine artwork and native artifacts. Located on the lower level of Osage Restaurant is Buffalo Bar, offering an open-air patio and cozy atmosphere with a menu that includes wood-fired pizzas and premium cocktails and spirits. A stone-lined stairwell leads from the Buffalo Bar to the expansive End of the Trail All-American Wine Cellar which includes a wine tasting bar, whiskey room and Golf at Top of the Rock: Yahoo! Travel recently ranked Top of the Rock, along with Buffalo Ridge, as two of the Top Ten golf courses to play. Johnny Morris, along with golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson and Arnold Palmer, has created one of the most amazing golf experiences ever developed. Top of the Rock, the first-ever Par- 3 course to be included in a PGA Tour Event, is a true celebration of nature, the Ozarks and the game of golf. The experience includes a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, an Arnold Palmer-designed Practice Facility and Tom Watson s one-acre putting course called the Himalayas. Golf clubs available on-site. Contact Guest Services to reserve your tee time today! Cedar Creek Spa Now Open! Enliven your heart and soul at our brand new, worldclass Cedar Creek Spa at Big Cedar. Soak up the essence of the Ozarks as you peacefully withdraw into one of our 11 treatment rooms, including a couple s room, for a fireside massage or facial that will transform your state of mind and well-being. Experience the therapeutic serenity of our relaxation area s steam room, sauna, hot tub soak or our revitalizing grotto pool and ice room. Freshen your look at our full-service salon which offers manicures, pedicures and hair styling services, and then shop our retail center s exclusive products to continue your spa experience at home! Special Events Paint & Pour: Create a masterpiece with family and friends! Our Art Instructor will walk you through step-by-step in a fun, laid-back environment. No painting skills are required, and we ll provide all the supplies needed. Two glasses of wine, water, soda and our famous Chex Mix are provided for each participant to enjoy while painting! You get to take the logoed apron home too! $55 per person. Offered every Saturday from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Must be 12 years of age or older; if under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Guest Services for location. Reservations required, sign up early to reserve your spot. Garden Chapel Sunday Service: Join us for a nondenominational service in the gorgeous Garden Chapel. Service is offered every Sunday at 9:00am and lasts approximately 30 minutes. Contact our shuttle service to drop you off or parking is available in the Devil s Pool Restaurant upper parking lot. Arnold Palmer Practice Facility: The new Arnold Palmer Practice Facility is a breathtaking practice facility with three teeing decks one grass tee and two synthetic tees for an all-weather experience. After dark, the Arnold Palmer Driving Range takes on a whole new light! Sixteen fully lit target greens and three tee decks with recessed lighting allow for a unique golf experience after hours. The range facilities are open daily until 10:00pm. Hours subject to change due to weather. Trust us... your swing will look better after dark! Golf clubs available on-site. Contact Guest Services for more information. : A wagon tour of Big Cedar s beautifully decorated holiday wonderland will stir your senses and bring you back to simpler times. Enjoy a roaring bonfire, songs from our singing cowboy, s mores and hot chocolate. Adults: $35; Children (4-12 years): $25. Children three and under are complimentary. Offered every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 5:30pm, 6:15pm, 7:00pm and 7:45pm. Check-in at Guest Services. Rock: Join us for a scenic twoand-a-half mile guided adventure along the Lost Canyon Nature Trail. Enjoy magnificent views of Table Rock Lake, stunning waterfalls and rock formations, and the breathtaking Lost Canyon Cave featuring a cascading four-story waterfall. This extraordinary walk leads you across our 140 foot Amish bridge and all the way to Top of the Rock, where you can continue your experience by relaxing while dining on the patio at Arnie s Barn. $25 per person. Offered on Wednesday at 10:00am, Thursday at 9:30am and Saturday at 10:00am. A Saturday 1:30pm class will be offered based on demand. Must be at least 12 years old to participate. Lasts approximately one hour and forty-five minutes. Meet at the Top of the Rock Welcome Center. Appropriate footwear is required; no sandals or flip flops. Contact Guest Services for reservations. Continued after Calendar

3 Sunday 23rd & 30th Monday 24th Tuesday 25th Wednesday 26th Thursday 27th Friday 28th Saturday 29th by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: Garden Chapel Sunday Service 9:00am-9:30am (Not available on November 30th) 1:00pm-5:00pm by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: Ozark Indoor Cycling: 9:00am Yoga Stretch: 10:00am : : by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: Pottery Painting Studio: 9:00am : 1:00pm-5:00pm : Ready for the holiday shopping season? Avoid the long lines and come browse through our unique gift shop and discover one-of-a-kind items around every corner. At Big Cedar, even the gifts are as unique as the place itself. November 23rd-30th At Big cedar lodge Please contact Guest Services at ext for more information or to make reservations. Space is limited and reservations are recommended. by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: One Hour Trail Ride 9:30am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm Rock: 10:00am Wildlife Tram Tour 10:00am, 1:00pm 20/20/20 Fitness 1:30pm Yoga Stretch: 2:30pm Tom the Turkey Welcome Bonfire 5:00pm-6:00pm Thanksgiving by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: Rock: 9:30am One Hour Trail Ride 9:30am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm Wildlife Tram Tour 10:00am, 1:00pm 1:00pm-5:00pm Thanksgiving Buffet Options The Worman House Buffet 9:30am-9:30pm Osage Restaurant & Buffalo Bar Buffet 11:00am-7:00pm Devil s Pool Restaurant Brunch Buffet 10:00am-3:00pm by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: Zumba: 9:00am Gobble Wobble 5K Turkey Trot 9:30am Yoga: 10:00am Canyon: 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 3:00pm 5K Power Walk 11:00am Yoga Walk: 1:30pm Tom the Turkey Scavenger Hunt 2:00pm-3:00pm Happy Hour at The Worman House: 4:00pm-6:00pm by Reservation by Reservation by Reservation Times Available: Cozy Critter Workshop 9:00am Rock: 10:00am Canyon: 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 3:00pm Rock: 1:30pm (offered based on demand) Third Annual Turkey Shootout 3:00pm Paint & Pour: 4:00pm-6:00pm Happy Hour at The Worman House 4:00pm-6:00pm

4 to children ages 4-12, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from. Reservations required and space is limited. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park : The elves have made a special trip from the North Pole all the way to the Ozarks so they can visit your little ones and help spread holiday cheer. They ll offer a great photo opportunity, read a bedtime story, collect your children s letters to Santa and deliver a special Big Cedar stocking full of goodies. $40 per child. Offered for children up to 12 years of age (age limit is strictly enforced) on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:00pm- 10:00pm. Limited to 15 minutes per room. Contact Guest Services for more information and to reserve your child s Elf Tuck-In today! : Play a round on the redesigned Buffalo Ridge Golf Course (formerly Branson Creek Golf Club) conveniently located just 15 minutes north of Big Cedar Lodge. Buffalo Ridge has been transformed by the guiding hands of conservationist Johnny Morris and renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio. Adding new approaches, water features and bunkers, the course layout brings players in close contact with nature, native grasses and free-ranging buffalo which have been relocated to Buffalo Ridge from nearby Dogwood Canyon Nature Park. Tee times are offered daily from. Call for reservations. Kid Friendly & Family Fun Cozy Critter Workshop: Come pick out and build a new fuzzy friend to take home as a memorable keepsake. Prices vary per stuffed animal; includes animal, stuffing activity, carrying case and one outfit. Offered every Saturday at 9:00am in the lower level of the Recreation Building. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pottery Painting Studio: Come pick out some pottery to hand paint and take home as a memorable keepsake. Prices vary per item and shipping is available for a fee. Offered in the lower level of the Recreation Building on Tuesday at 9:00am. You must reserve your painting session time to participate and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. : Let your child join the Big Cedar Activities Team for a fun-filled afternoon of adventure as they earn pins, play games, enjoy creative crafts and make new friends. Each child will receive a backpack and a hat for collecting all their pins! Tuesday s theme is Rocks & Fossils, Wednesday s theme is BB Guns, Friday s theme is Fishing and Saturday s theme is Camping. $55 per child; includes snack. Offered at the : Your child is invited to join the Big Cedar Activities Team and have out-of-this-world adventures while earning pins to take home along the way! Each child will receive a backpack and a hat for collecting all their pins! Tuesday s theme is Camping, Wednesday s theme is Cowboys & Indians, Friday s theme is Archery & BB Guns and Saturday s theme is Kids Cooking children will get to experience hands on cooking as they prepare their meal for the evening. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday s Kids House is $65 per child; includes dinner. Saturday s Kids Cooking is $70 per child; includes dinner. Offered at the to children ages 4-12, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from. Reservations required and space is limited. For Adults Wellness Classes: Join us for workouts that will help you relax, re-energize and get fit. Monday: Ozark Indoor Cycling at 9:00am, Yoga Stretch at 10:00am. Wednesday: 20/20/20 at 1:30pm, Yoga Stretch at 2:30pm. Friday: Zumba at 9:00am, Yoga at 10:00am, 5K Power Walk at 11:00am, Yoga Walk at 1:30pm. Enjoy one or all of our fitness classes for $10 per person, per day. Meet in the Ozark Room. First come, first served. Based on availability. In case of inclement weather outdoor classes may move indoors. Must be at least 18 years old to participate. Stables : This is the perfect opportunity to fulfill your little one s dream of riding a horse! Make those dreams come to life when your youngster transforms into a Big Cedar Cowgirl or Cowboy. $12-$15 per child. Offered daily at the Cedar Mountain Stables to children ages 10 and under. Please note there is a weight limit of 150 lbs. : Take the family on a horse-drawn carriage ride through Big Cedar s wonderfully landscaped grounds. Or make it a romantic ride for two and receive a bottle of J-Roget Champagne, Big Cedar chocolates and two Big Cedar champagne flutes for an additional $20. Offered every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00pm-5:00pm and every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from. $20 per person. Children three and under are complimentary. Check-in at Guest Services. Please Note: For all Dogwood Canyon activities, please check-in at the Dogwood Canyon Gift Shop to start your adventure. One Hour Trail Ride: Our trail rides offer a scenic, leisurely ride exploring ridges and hollows that are not seen by tram or from the walking and biking trail. One Hour Trail Rides are offered Tuesday- Saturday at 9:30am, 12:00pm and 2:30pm. To participate you must be at least 8 years old and 48 inches tall with a weight limit of 260 lbs. Wildlife Tram Tour: Step aboard our comfortable, open air trams and explore the beauty of Dogwood Canyon on our two-hour Wildlife Tram Tour. You ll not only see our most popular sites and waterfalls, but you ll also cross the Arkansas border where your tram may mingle with herds of bison, elk, white tail deer and Texas longhorn. Offered daily through November 27th at 10:00am and 1:00pm. November 28th-29th offered at 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 3:00pm. Not available on November 30th. Segway Tour: Modern innovation comes to the wilderness! After a brief training session, you ll see the park in style as technology and the wilderness meet. Along the 90-minute guided tour you ll learn the history of the park, trek behind a spring fed waterfall and feed beautiful trophy rainbow trout at the Glory Hole. Advanced Segway Tours are also available. Available by reservation only. Must be at least 10 years old and weigh a minimum of 100 lbs. Contact Guest Services for reservations. Private Guided Jeep Tours: This guided tour offers parties of one to three people a close glimpse into the heart of the property, with the return trip back via back-country logging roads. Adults: $60; Children (3-11 years): $45. Children two and under are complimentary. Available by reservation only. Contact Guest Services to reserve your Jeep tour today. Outdoor Café: While you re enjoying all the activities at Dogwood Canyon, don t forget to make a stop at the Outdoor Café. Enjoy famous locally raised, cooked to order bison burgers, elk burgers, delicious beef burgers, salads, bison chili, deli sandwiches and more. Daily specials, kids meals and seasonal selections are also available. The Café is open daily from 11:00am- 3:00pm as weather permits. Bent Hook Marina Guided Bowfishing: Learn the unique method of the newest sport on the lake! Our pro bowfishing guides will teach you how to use specialized archery equipment to shoot and retrieve fish. Fish are shot with a barbed arrow that is attached with a special line to a reel mounted on the bow. Limited to two people per boat plus guide. Offered at Bent Hook Marina and Bass Pro Shops Long Creek Marina by appointment only. Must be over 12 years of age; if under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Bent Hook Marina at ext for more information and reservations. Professional Fishing Guide Service: For a chance to land a trophy catch on one of the country s best bass fishing lakes we offer professional local guides with knowledge of the best angling equipment and techniques. Prices vary. Offered daily by appointment only. Contact Bent Hook Marina at ext for more information and reservations.

5 Activity specials Cedar Creek Spa NOW OPEN! Indulge in luxurious relaxation during your visit...the Cedar Creek Spa team welcomes you to our brand new, world-class spa! Book your favorite massage, facial and body treatments and arrive early to experience the full benefits of our relaxation area s steam room, sauna, hot tub soak and our amazing treatment-level grotto pool. Freshen your look at our full-service salon which offers natural nail manicures, pedicures and hair styling services, and then shop our retail center s exclusive products to continue your spa experience at home! Let our talented team customize your ultimate spa escape dial extension 5201 today! Bent Hook Marina Are you ready to get out on the lake for a leisurely ride or some wake setting motor sports? Rent any boat for two hours and get the third hour FREE! Does not include gas, oil or insurance. Big Cedar Family Photography Let our professional photographers help you capture your special celebrations, milestones and memories of Big Cedar. From casual and fun to posed and formal, Big Cedar s natural beauty is the perfect setting for individual, family or group portraits. Contact Guest Services at ext for more information. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park One of Dogwood Canyon s greatest appeals is the sparkling, spring-fed water that is home to our magnificent rainbow trout. The park offers hourly self-guided catch-and-release or catch-and-keep fishing, half day guided fishing trips and fly casting clinics. No license or trout stamp is required. Tackle and rental rods are available. Want our fishing experts to lend you a hand? Reserve a half-day of guided fishing with a professional fishing guide for $225 (regularly $250). Enjoy an Adventure Pass for two for only $80 (regularly $100). An Adventure Pass provides a great value when combining multiple activities in the same visit. With your pass you can enjoy access to self-guided walking and biking, self-guided Catch-and-Release or Catch-and-Keep trout fishing and the Wildlife Tram Tour. You ll also enjoy discounts for our trail rides and Segway tours. Take a 90-minute guided tour of the park in style as technology and the wilderness meet via our Segway tours. Take advantage of our great November special with two Segway tours for only $110 (regularly $130). Ready to tie-the-knot? Take advantage of our great special this month, an elopement package at Hope Wilderness Chapel for only $400. complimentary activities Internet Access Swimming Pools Hot Tubs Fitness Center Playground Paddle Boats Paved Jogging & Walking Trails Scenic Hiking Trails Sand Volleyball Horseshoes Shuffleboard DVD Checkout Board Games Mini Golf Course Complimentary activities are available to Big Cedar Lodge and Wilderness Club overnight guests only. join us in our online communities bigcedar.com topoftherock.com bigcedarweddings.com facebook.com/bigcedarlodge twitter.com/bigcedarlodge facebook.com/topofrock facebook.com/dogwoodcanyon Activities Overview All activities and events require reservations; please contact Guest Services at extension 7107 for more information and to book your reservation. Space is limited and a minimum number of participants must be met. Locations are subject to change. Same day reservations are welcome but cannot be cancelled without penalty. Cancellations received within 24 hours will be penalized by charging your account. Reminder: Board games and DVDs can be checked out at Guest Services. Recreational equipment can be checked out at the Shuffleboard and Mini Golf sites. Hours of operation Bent Hook Marina & Market (ext. 7161) 8:00am-5:00pm Big Cedar Family Photography (ext. 7107) Available by appointment only. ( ) Buffalo Ridge Bar Open at 11:00am Buzzard Bar (ext. 7005) Mon-Sat, 11:00am-Midnight Sunday, 10:00am-Midnight Nightly Entertainment, 8:30pm-11:30pm Cover charge of $5 per person every Saturday and on holiday weekends. All guests in the bar after 8:30pm will be subject to the cover charge. Cedar Creek Spa (ext. 5201) Salon Cedar Mountain Stables (ext. 7107) Call Guest Services for reservations. Collections Boutique (ext. 7151) Devil s Pool Restaurant (ext. 7000) Breakfast with Buffet Lunch Dinner Sunday Brunch Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet Sun-Fri, 9:00am-7:00pm Sat, 8:00am-8:00pm Daily, 9:00am-5:00pm Open Daily 7:30am-8:00pm 7:00am-11:00am 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-9:30pm 10:00am-2:00pm 10:00am-3:00pm Dogwood Canyon Nature Park (ext. 7107) Though November 29th, 8:30am-5:00pm Beginning November 30th, 8:30am-4:00pm Dogwood Canyon Café Open Seasonally as Weather Permits Fitness Center (ext. 7107) Garden Chapel Room Service (ext. 7666) 6:00am-10:00pm 8:00am-Noon Sunday Service, 9:00am-9:30am 7:00am-11:30pm Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs Please Note: Per MO State Regulations, NO personal coolers will be allowed in any of Big Cedar s swimming areas. Food & Beverage items will be available to purchase at each location. Brushey Creek Indoor Pool & Hot Tub 10:00am-10:00pm Swimmin Hole Pool (Heated) & Hot Tub 10:00am-10:00pm Truman Coffee & Café (ext. 7243) 6:30am-9:00pm The Worman House (ext. 5200) Thurs-Sat, 5:00pm-9:30pm Happy Hour Thurs-Sat, 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday Brunch (with Live Entertainment) 9:30am-2:00pm Live Entertainment Thurs-Sat, Starting at 5:00pm Thanksgiving Day Buffet 9:30am-9:30pm Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve Please Note: Resort attire required in all outlets; collared shirts recommended for men over the age of 12. Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum Coming Soon! (ext. 5310) Arnie s Barn Restaurant (ext. 5330) 11:00am-9:30pm Arnie s Barn General Store (ext. 5339) Tues-Sat, 11:00am-10:00pm Sun & Mon, 11:00am-8:00pm Buffalo Bar (ext. 5318) Bar Hours Tues-Sat, 5:00pm-10:00pm Dinner Menu Available Tues-Sat, 5:00pm-9:30pm Entertainment Tues-Sat, 5:30pm-9:30pm Thanksgiving Day Buffet, 11:00am-7:00pm End of the Trail All-American Wine Cellar (ext. 5316) Tues-Sat, 5:00pm-10:00pm Golf Course Tee Times (ext. 7107) (ext. 7107) Cave Bar Open at 11:00am Osage Restaurant (ext. 5320) Tues-Sat, 5:00pm-9:30pm Thanksgiving Day Buffet, 11:00am-7:00pm