Something Extra Special for An Extra Special Mom

Okay, we all know how great Moms are. Perhaps we shouldn’t say anything like, “Giving birth was the easy part!”, but really, just bringing children into the world is an amazing feat, only to be followed with more acts of nearly inhuman strength and grace and love—which don’t stop just because we grow up. And to the Moms that we happen to be married to? Well, they inspire a whole different kind of love and admiration.

So why don’t you round up that special Mom and the kids, tell them to pack for fun (and a night out for Mom!) and head on down to Rough Creek Lodge for some extra special Mom lovin’! When you get here, she can enjoy being with the family without worrying about cooking, cleaning up—or any other kind of work for that matter—with a bevy of activities that will keep everyone active and entertained, from fishing contests to hay rides. Then, occupy the kids at the pool and shuttle Mom off to the spa with a glass of wine for an amazing massage and pedicure.

At the end of the day, take the children to the Kid’s Ranch for dinner and activities while you and that wonderful Mom in your life enjoy an elegant and romantic dinner for two.

But that’s not all: on Mother’s Day, we put on our famous Mother’s Day Brunch, complete with our favorite Rough Creek traditions, like RCL Eggs Benedict or Honey Mustard Glazed Ham, topping it off with our signature Crème Brûlée with Berries. Don’t forget the Mimosas!

We guarantee that your extra special Mom will feel pampered and absolutely indulged—we’ll make sure of it—after all, we have extra special Moms in our lives, too! And here at Rough Creek Lodge, we are experts at pampering and indulging… it’s the perfect place to spend Mother’s Day.

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Rustic Elegance… A Texas Wedding Venue

We just very recently hosted a wedding here at Rough Creek Lodge. It was perfect…just approaching the entry of the Lodge the wildflowers are in full swing, which really set the tone and mood for a wonderful event!

Friday night’s rehearsal dinner kicked-off the weekend’s festivities. Following dinner everyone convened by the Back Terrace fire pit to enjoy cocktails and s’Mores. After a good night’s rest, it was the “big day”… the ceremony itself was held at our beautiful country Chapel, complete with succulent wreaths adorning the front doors to two adorable flower girls who adeptly carried out their duties. Afterward, the wedding party once again chose the Back Terrace for the reception, complete with band, gorgeous floral arrangements and off-the-chain cuisine.

It’s Spring! It’s the perfect time to begin the search for a venue for your special day. Why not Rough Creek Lodge? Our rustic elegance offers an indelible experience: we promise your wedding will be stylishly unique, beautifully done and impeccably executed—yours.

Brenda Weaver, our own in-house Certified Wedding Planner can help you make it happen. Contact her at 254-918-2542 or email at brenda@roughcreek.com discuss your special day!

A Spring Update from Chef Gerard

Ah, Spring! It’s a great time of year to be in the kitchen cooking! Spring brings us many wonderful vegetables. Some that we are featuring in the coming weeks are Pea Tendrils, Wild Morel Mushrooms, Fiddlehead Ferns and Ramps, as well as other fabulous surprises. We planted our garden this week and will have all types of Heirloom Tomatoes in a few short months as well as Okra and Peppers. And our herb garden is going, too: Basil, Thyme and Oregano, just to name a few.

But vegetables and herbs are only part of our labors of love. We are currently working on our house made Salamis—we just finished our first batch of Dry Chorizo Salami! And this week at table in particular, we are highlighting our house made sausages: Smoked Venison Sausage and Kobe Beef Sausage (we serve these regularly, so don’t worry if you can’t make it in this week!).

We continue to corn our own Beef Brisket for sandwiches at lunch, as well as cure and smoke our own Bacon for the Warm Spinach Salad!

It is my pleasure to make sure that your culinary experience here at Rough Creek Lodge is one that keeps bringing you back. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Turkey Hunting at Rough Creek Lodge

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With 11,000 acres of prime hunting land, Rough Creek Lodge is a hunter’s paradise and the perfect place for you to bag a prized turkey!

The 2013 season is as follows:
Hunting Season: March 30, 2013 – May 12, 2013
Youth Season: March 23-24, 2013 & May 18-19, 2013

Guided hunts start at just $250 per person (excluding harvest fees per bird, food and lodging). So gather up your gear, start practicing those calls, and head to Rough Creek!

Spring Spa Services

Spa Reservations
The spa reservations desk is open 9:00am to 5:00 pm daily to assist with schedule spa services. If you need assistance outside of these hours please contact the Concierge desk. Spa services are available 8:00 am to 8:00pm by appointment. We offer after-hour and in-room services for an additional $25 each. We encourage our guests to schedule appointments at least 48 hours in advance to ensure your preferred treatment time is available.

Arrival and Check-in
For the optimal spa experience, we recommend that you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment, so you may relax and allow yourself ample time to change into a robe and spa slippers.

Cancellation Policy
We value your business and appreciate your cooperation with our cancellation policy by keeping appointments and providing a minimum of 24 hours advance notice when canceling or rescheduling appointments. Because your services are reserved for you, full payment is required for the following conditions:

  • Less than 24 hour notification to cancel
  • No-show or missed appointments
  • Late arrivals

Please keep in mind that arriving late for a service will require us to shorten the length of treatment, with full charges applied, so as not to inconvenience guests following you.

Gratuities
For your convenience, a 21% service charge will be applied to all spa services.

Romantic Valentine’s Dinner for Two

Looking for a romantic dinner for you and your loved one that will surely win (or re-win) her heart? Look no further. Rough Creek Lodge is romance headquarters: beautiful, rustic scenery away from any city lights. Casual but elegant surroundings. Five-star service. And incredible dining. This Valentine’s Day, treat the love of your life to a bit of heaven here at Rough Creek: enjoy an intimate three-course dinner in our grand dining room. Chef Gerard Thompson is preparing another delectable menu just for the day that is sure to delight both of you. And your love can expect a rose waiting for her at the table! For just $95 per person, this is a sure fire way to make the strings of her heart go “zing!”

Give us a call us at 254.918.2550 to reserve your romantic Valentine’s Day dinner (go ahead and book a night or two and a spa engagement as well!).

Ducks and Deer and Upland Birds, Oh My!

We are in full hunting mode here Rough Creek Lodge. The “2nd Season” for ducks starts again on December 8th and runs through January 27… if the First Season is any indication, 2nd Season promises to be crazy great!

In the meantime, Deer Season is in full force and will go through January 6th…and did we mention that the Upland Bird Season is out of control? Whew! The birds are flying and really beautiful; season ends March 31st.

Time’s a wastin’, so get your gun and reserve your spot now! (Oh yeah, a weekend hunt would be a FABULOUS Christmas gift!)

Can a Ranch Wedding Be Elegant?

At Rough Creek Lodge, it can’t be anything but! Rough Creek is such an amazing venue for a wedding—it doesn’t matter if you’re the horse-y type or a pair of city slickers, the atmosphere is absolutely phenomenal for saying “I do.” Check out this recent wedding: two horse-y people who fell in love… and had the most elegant special day at their “ranch” wedding…

“Hot” Dates for your Corporate Retreat

With a new year  just around the corner, a lot businesses are looking to take care of business out of the office… sometimes, it’s just a lot more productive to get out of the normal environment. If this is sound like you, you need to consider Rough Creek Lodge.
Bring your valued employees and partners to Rough Creek for a corporate retreat that will be the benchmark for all future business meetings that you ever attend. Our facilities are casually luxurious—take off those ties, get comfortable and get some work done! Our award-winning cuisine is absolutely fabulous: no ho-hum sandwiches and a bag of chips here. And the service? Well, you’ve never been taken care of like this!

Need to build camaraderie amongst your employees? We offer off-the-chart team building experiences that will motivate your people and bring them together as real team members. When they get back to the office, they’ll know and respect each other much better, and be more productive. And they’ll remember this retreat for a long time!

But now’s the time to book since we now have discounts available for your corporate retreat! Here are some of the hot dates we have available now:

  •   November 25,26,27,28,29
  •   December 6,10,18,19,20
  •   January 2,3,6,7,14,15,20,21

Complete meeting packages start at $300 for single occupancy, per night. But now’s the time to book: our reputation for hosting the very best corporate retreats means these slots will fill up quickly. Call today for more information! Contact Christy Lemons at (254) 918-2524.

The Toughest Race in Texas… and on the Planet

Once again this year, Rough Creek Lodge plays host to The Texas Spartan Beast Race, where athletes are put to the ultimate test of strength, skill and determination. The Texas Spartan Beast is unlike most races—it’s an obstacle course that will test  your inner warrior. This race is not for the weak, whether you take on the “Spartan Sprint”, “Super Spartan”, or the “Spartan Beast,” you will be pushed to the limits physically and mentally. Many have stepped up to the challenge but few have walked out a victor. The time is now to challenge your friends and build your army of runners to help you get across that finish line! Teams are required to have a minimum of four people—and there is no limit to the number of teams!

On December 8 and 9, warriors will take on 10-12 miles that will surely challenge even those who have what it takes. After mile three, runners are allowed to make a “dignified exit.” The best of the best will move on to two-six hours of HELL.  But while the journey may be daunting, the reward is sweet! First place male and female finishers in our Competitive wave on Saturday will take home $1,500, 2nd place $750, and 3rd place $250. Do you have what it takes to compete with the best? C’mon out to Rough Creek Lodge and give it all you’ve got!

Click here to register!

Spectators can also see all the Spartan action by purchasing tickets online or on-site.

REGISTRATION DATES & FEES

UNTIL
November 8th            $193
November 22nd         $205
December 5th            (Registration Closes)

ALL RACERS WILL RECEIVE
- Finishers Medal
- T-Shirt
- Free Beer ticket for anyone 21 and over
- DJ Entertainment
- Tired legs from climbing up and down the mountain
- Good views of the area
- Wet and muddy clothes
- Beast Bragging Rights

Future Spartan Beast runners can also compete by participating in the Spartan Kids Race. Children between the ages of 4-13 will no doubt have fun in the obstacle-filled race. Two races are available for kids. The Junior Spartan race is .5 miles and the Varsity Spartan is 1 mile. Each child will receive a T-shirt and Finisher’s Medal with 100% of the Jr. Spartan Adventure proceeds benefiting the Kids Fit Foundation, a leader in the movement to help children learn life-long health and fitness habits.

Click here for more information about how YOU can take part in the ultimate test!