It has been a little over two months now since the fire devastated the main lodge. It seems the worst of it is now behind us and we are starting to see glimpses of the phoenix rising out of the ashes.
Although we still do not yet know what caused the fire, we do know that no foul play was involved. I have been truly amazed by the CSI-like investigation and the whole insurance process. As anyone who has dealt with a business loss like this knows, it is a rather complex and time-consuming process. Nonetheless, we are planning for the rebuild as we await the final okay to knockdown the burnt structure and rebuild a new one. In brief here is a list of what we have done, are doing, and are hoping (keeping our fingers crossed that we will be able) to do.
• We are closed for this summer.
• Our guests have been contacted and relocated.
• We will rebuild the lodge to look like a replica of the previous.
• We are striving to rebuild in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way.
• We’d like to be rebuilt and have a grand reopening in June of 2009.
• We are currently taking reservations for next summer.
In the meantime, we will be doing a few events this summer to keep us on our toes and to keep Chef in the kitchen. In addition to the Bite of Bozeman and the Big Sky Food Festival, Chef Tom Donohoe will be involved in cooking classes, special dinners and fundraisers all using the wonderful facilities at the Bridger Kitchens. Contact us or check the blog for details over the coming months. Also, feel free to contact us with any questions, concerns, or just to say “hello”—we miss interacting with our guests.
Thanks again for all your support.
- Turi
Dear friends at Rainbow Ranch Lodge:
It's good to hear that the plan to rebuild the Main Lodge is going ahead. We will sure miss you this winter; taking out your clients on our Snowshoe Safaris has always been very rewarding and great fun. We will certainly encourage our clients to consider booking with you for next summer and will include you in our own future Personal Itineraries when appropriate. We will keep in touch. Ken & Susi Sinay, Yellowstone Safari Company & Yellowstone Llamas
Excellent ideas here, have emailed my mum so expect a big reply!
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