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March 2008 - Exciting Adventures for Adult Travelers


Austin-Lehman Adventures Travelogue
Spotlight on Adult-Only Vacations:
Southwestern Hikes, Spa Vacations, Canada’s Wine Region
March 17, 2008
Your Spa Adventure Vacation Awaits
Unpack once at your home base, Spring Creek Resort, and discover the best the Tetons have to offer during your 6 day vacation – "Valley Floors to Jagged Peaks Adventure." You’ll bike, hike, and paddle through breathtaking Grand Teton National Park. In the evenings, you’ll be treated to delectable cuisine and a “Shootout” show in Jackson Town Square. Have a drink at the Granary Bar which offers the best view of the Tetons before enjoying a relaxing soak in a bubbly hot tub.
Ready for a Brand New Adventure?
Our “Best of the Northwest” vacation in Washington’s mountainous North Cascades National Park offers the most spectacular, undeveloped wilderness that is easily accessible from Seattle. On this vacation, we’ll explore the 400 mile Cascades Scenic Loop. From the waters of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains and into the high desert climate of the Columbia River Valley you’ll enjoy stunning scenery with ample opportunities for biking and hiking. You’ll also visit quaint towns with lovely boutiques, dine on gourmet meals and award-winning wines, and relax in the comfort of a charming hotel or lodge.
Escape to Canada for Outdoor Adventure and World-Class Wine
What better way to toast a day of hiking, biking and kayaking British Columbia's stunning mountain trails, turquoise lakes and hillside vineyards than with a glass of fine local wine? How about making the toast while soaking in an outdoor hot tub? Our “Okanagan Valley - Canada's Wine Country” adventure vacation, named one of the “World’s 25 Best New Trips for 2007” by National Geographic Adventure Magazine, takes place in one of the finest grape growing regions in the world.
Adventures for Adults
Bryce Zion: Red-Rock Wonders
Hike Zion National Park's Virgin River Narrows, ranked 5th out of America's best 100 adventures by National Geographic Adventure Magazine.
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Whistler: BC Wilderness Adventure
Hike, bike, paddle and dine in one of Canada's hottest vacation destinations: Whistler. Relax in a luxurious lodge every night.
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Oaxaca: Authentic Mexico: Food & Festivals
Learn to prepare the traditional cuisine of Oaxaca during a private cooking class. Hike and bike back-country trails to waterfalls and forest overlooks.
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Montana: Canyons, Calderas, & Cowboys
Welcome to our home! You’ll experience the absolute best Montana has to offer from mountain hikes to pastoral bike rides and white water rafting.
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Machu Picchu: Exclusive Lodge-to-Lodge
Trek lodge to luxurious lodge enjoying beautiful, rarely seen views before making the final 4-day push to Machu Picchu itself!
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Southern Africa: Dunes, Deltas, & Wildlife
Experience the best of Namibia, Zambia, and Bostwana on this 13 day adventure to the Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls and beyond.
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AUSTIN-LEHMAN ADVENTURES FEATURED RECIPE
There's a reason why our guests rave about our food. Whether served campfire-side or at a 5-star restaurant, our artfully prepared local eats are sinfully delicious!
Local Bites: Pan Seared Veal Chop with Citron Sauce and Mushroom Risotto
Trip: Montana - Big Sky Family - Cowboys, Canyons, & Campfires and Yellowstone/Teton Family - Bull Moose to Bucking Broncos
Method:
  • For the Veal Chop
    Heat oil in a heavy bottom skillet, season veal chops with salt and pepper, sear chops until golden brown and finish in 350-degree oven.

  • For Citron Sauce
    Make roux by melting butter and whisking in flour. Cook for two minutes and let cool.
    Reduce white wine with shallots by half. Add stock, cream, lemon juice, turmeric and bring to boil. Whisk in roux and let simmer for two minutes.

  • For Mushroom Risotto
    Heat broth and keep hot. Melt butter, sauté shallots and garlic, do not brown. Add mushrooms and sauté 3 minutes. Add rice and stir to coat. Add 1/2 cup broth, stirring constantly until dry. Add another 1/2 cup of broth and cook stirring until dry. Repeat until all broth is used, about 25 minutes. Finish with white wine, cream, Parmesan and parsley.
Click here for the whole Pan Seared Veal Chop with Citron Sauce and Mushroom Risotto recipe.

Recipe compliments of Lake Yellowstone Hotel.

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