ADVENTURE Mountain April 26-27, 2014 We e k e n d Chateau Morrisette presents The Second Annual Mountain Adventure Weekend GET OUTDOORS FOR SPRINGTIME FUN... A great weekend to enjoy outdoor activities, good food, good friends, and your favorite Chateau Morrisette wine. There s an activity for everyone on April 26th. Schedule at a Glance Nature Exhibits Open Sunday, April 27 Friday, April 25 11:00 AM Meal Service Begins Wine Sale All Day The Sandwich Hut Opens Buffet Opens The Restaurant Opens (Wild Open House Begins 4:00 PM Wild Game Menu Available 9:00PM Last Seating in Restaurant Saturday, April 26 Wine Sale All Day 8:00 AM Adventure Check-in 9:00 AM Adventure Begins Moderate Hike Departs 10:00 AM Clay Shooting Opens Horseback Riding Begins Easy Hike Departs Game Meal served all day as well 3:00 PM Buffet Closes as regular menu) 5:00 PM 12:00 PM Open House Begins Winery Closes 1:00 PM Morning Adventures Return Open House Ends 2:00 PM Expert Bike Ride Departs 5:00 PM Horseback Rides End River Adventure Departs Easy Bike Ride Departs 11:00 AM Clay Shooting Ends 6:00 PM Reception Ends 9:00 PM Last seating in Restaurant Reserve your Activity Early Activity reservations open March 1, 2014 and can be made by calling Chateau Morrisette at 540-593-2865. Deposit required.
Activity BIKE RIDES Jacob Hawkins and the Floyd Bike Shop plans two rides: A leisurely two hour trail ride along the Little River and an expert ride down Hog Mountain. THE EASY RIDE Take a ride down Thunderstruck, on the banks of the Little River. Shuttle, bike rental, and guide included. Depart the winery at 9:00 AM. $45 per person. 2 hour ride (<4 hours total). Bike rentals are limited so reserve your ride right away. Reservations open March 1st. THE EXPERT RIDE For those who bring their own bike and gear, you ll have a thrilling descent from the winery down Hog Mountain. Departs at 2:00 PM. $32 per person. 2.5 hours
Activity Winterfrost Farms is back again this year with rides through the vineyard. Proceeds generated from this ride support the horse rescue effots of Winterfrost Farms. Reservations Open March 1st. Call 540-593-2865 ONE HOUR RIDES Take an hour long ride through the vineyard and around the estate. Reservations required. $35 per person. Rides begin at 10:00 AM. LIMITED AVAILABILITY Rides depart every half hour and are limited to six riders on each departure. We will do our best to accommodate your group at one time but may have to split groups based on availability. HORSEBACK RIDES
Activity CLAY SHOOTING Ronnie Dalton, Willie Bryant, and Dwayne Burnette of the Sportsman Channel provide guns, clays, ammo, and instruction. You re welcome to bring your own gun. OUR GUN Shoot 25 clays in 30 minutes. We provide the gun, ammo, instructor and clays. $25 per person. Reservations required. Shooting starts at 10:00 AM on the Nancy Morrisette Field. Reservations for two shooters every 30 minutes. Call 540-593-2865 on March 1st. YOUR GUN Shoot 25 clays in 20 minutes. You provide the gun and ammoo, we provide the clays. $20 per person. Reservations required. Shooting begins at 10:00 AM on the Nancy Morrisette Field.
Activity HIKING Reserve early to be guaranteed transportation to and from the trailhead. The Buffalo Mountain Stewards, a non-profit group dedicated to preserving the natural resources of Floyd and Carroll Counties. This volunteer group assists in trail work. EASY HIKE Take the 2 mile round trip hike up the Buffalo Mountain. You ll climb to almost 4000 feet for spectacular views. $5 per person includes guide. Reservations required. Departs at 10:00 AM. MODERATE HIKE Hike the Rock Castle Gorge This 6 mile hike is mostly downhill and provides beautiful views of the Rock Castle Gorge Creek. $5 per person, includes guide. Reservations required. Departs at 9:00 AM.
PADDLING Activity Space is limited so reserve your river adventure early. THE PADDLE On the Water, a Floyd based business specializing in guided adventures on the Little River. Choose from kayaks or canoes. Prices include transportation. Enjoy Floyd s scenic river located about 35 minutes from the winery. Your transporation will be provided and you are certain to enjoy a leisurely 2-hour float down the Little River. The cost is $53 per person, inclusive of tax. You should allow two hours for the River Adventure and another hour or so in transit. Depart the winery at 9:00 AM.
MORE TO DO Adventure Weekend Participants are invited to join our Kennel Club members for the Spring Open House and Wine Sale. The 2014 Mountain Adventure Weekend coincides with our Spring Open House for the Kennel Club members as well as with our annual Spring Wine Sale. So not only will you be able to have fun outdoors, but you will be able to eat well, enjoy live entertainment, and save money on your wine purchases too. From 12:00 to 6:00 on Saturday and from 12:00 to 5:00 on Sunday, the William Morrisette Room and the Cellar will be filled with a variety of delicious appetizers and complimentary wine tasting stations. Mountain Adventure Weekend participants will be given ID bracelets allowing you admission to the private party for $20 per person. There will be an opportunity to taste wine straight from the barrel as well as sample all of our current vintages. When you are ready to purchase your wine, you will be treated to tremendous savings. Wine will be available for 20% Off bottles and 30% off cases. Other gift shop items will also be on sale. Start your weekend on Friday night with a special wild game dinner menu available in our restaurant. Or save that special menu for Saturday night and simply enjoy some quiet time Friday evening and prepare for your big adventure on Saturday. The regular menu will also be available. No matter which day you choose, make your reservations early as it will be a busy weekend. This is an action packed weekend so we suggest you plan early so that you can get to do all the adventures you want to do while you re here and still have time for the parties. Get your friends together for a fun weekend and reserve your activities early by calling 540-593-2865. Nature Exhibits Guests enjoy a variety of nature exhibits and demonstrations on the Winery Courtyard. Learn about Falconry from internationally trained master falconer, Lee Chichester. Wine Sale 20% Off Bottles 30% Off Cases
WEEKEND GETAWAY PACKAGES Mountain Adventure Weekend made easy with a lodging package and sample itinerary Book a Mountain Adventure Weekend Getaway package and make your travel planning simple. For $300, your package includes a $200 lodging voucher for use at any of our preferred lodging partners, a $100 Chateau Morrisette Gift Card for use in our Restaurant or Tasting Room, and two admissions to the private Open House reception on Saturday or Sunday (Save $40). Book your package online or by calling 540-593-2865. Our Preferred Lodging Partners A Blue Ridge Haven - Meadows of Dan Ambrosia Farm B&B - Floyd Beaver Glen B&B - Meadows of Dan Conner Mountain Retreat - Floyd Hotel Floyd - Floyd Mountain Song Inn - Willis Oak Haven Lodge - Floyd The Mountain Rose Inn - Woolwine Primland Resort - Meadows of Dan Stonewall B&B - Floyd Woodberry Inn - Meadows of Dan Bella La Vita Inn - Floyd Buffalo Mountain Cottage - Willis Cabins off the Parkway - Willis Cloudbreak Cabins - Meadows of Dan Deer View Retreat - Fancy Gap 5 Star Cabin - Meadows of Dan Laurel Point Villa - Meadows of Dan Poor Farmer Cabin - Meadows of Dan River Walk Cabins - Meadows of Dan To learn more about our preferred lodging partners, please visit our website at A Sample Itinerary Friday, April 25 4:00 PM Lodging check-in 6:00 PM Wild Game Dinner at Chateau Restaurant 8:00 PM Dancing at Floyd Country Store Saturday, April 26 8:30 AM Arrive at Winery Check in for Adventure 9:00 AM Depart for Moderate Hike, Bike Ride or River Float 1:00 PM Return to Winery and have quick lunch at The Hut 2:00 PM Horseback Ride 3:30 PM Clay Shoot 4:30 PM Open House Reception 6:00 PM Return to lodging and dinner at local restaurant 9:00 PM Live Music at Crooked Road Cafe or Dog Town Pizza $300 for two people Sunday, April 27 11:00 AM Brunch at Chateau Morrisette Restaurant Weekend Dining 1:00 PM Depart for home The Restaurant at Chateau Morrisette is open from 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Friday and Saturday and Brunch is served on Sunday from 11 AM until 3PM. Wild Game meals and standard menu are available on Friday and Saturday. Also on Saturday, for a quick meal, grab a burger or a sandwich at The Hut, located on the Winery Courtyard. The Open House receptions feature heavy hors d oeuvres, including a carving station, pasta station, fruits, cheeses, desserts and much more. Additionally, there are a number of quality restaurants located throughout the Floyd and Meadows of Dan areas. Watch our Website This is a preliminary brochure detailing the Adventure Weekend events. It is subject to minor changes and additions. We recommend that you check our website regularly. The Wild Game Menu will be posted once it becomes available. Please remember that reservations are required for all activities. Spring Wine Sale 20% Off All Bottles 30% Off All Cases Valet Service Available Free Shipping on orders over $150 (Handling fees apply) April 18 - May 4, 2014 BOOK NOW 540-593-2865 Chateau Morrisette MP 171.5 Blue Ridge Parkway 287 Winery Road SW Floyd, VA 24091 THEDOGS.COM