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DAY 1 Airport Transfers and Check-In at Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa PRIVATE SANTA FE HIGHLIGHTS TOUR Enjoy a private walking tour of the oldest capital city in the United States -a memorable stroll through hundreds of years of history, beauty, culture and conflict. Your group will be led by entertaining and informative guides who will share the cultural impact of Santa Fe. The tour includes visits to major downtown historic sites and pointers to popular restaurants, shops and museums to enjoy during the group's stay. Depending on time, the group may also visit the famous Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and experi- ence several stops at other art galleries along the way to explore the wide variety of art that helps make Santa Fe the third largest art market in the United States. Staff at each gallery will present an insider's look into the art and answer questions. Estimated Cost: $50-$75 per person includes transportation, guided walking tour, and entry fees. Group Size: Minimum of 12 Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 3 hours DAY 2 FULL GROUP ADVENTURES TO CHOOSE FROM MOUNTAIN SCAVENGER HUNT Your group will enjoy our unique and fun Mountain Scavenger Hunt with global positioning satellite (GPS) technology at a scenic location in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. We add a new level of excitement to a group outing by combining fun, physical activity and GPS technology. After being briefed on how to use the technology and given coordinates for the first hunt location, each team is given an advanced GPS device to search for hidden spots. At the hidden locations, they unearth a clue and sometimes undertake a challenge to help them find the next destination. This stimulating event fosters group bonding, encourages problem solving and educates everyone on a new generation of orienteering technology. A guide accompanies each team on the course. Estimated Cost: $110 per person includes guides, transportation, themed participation gift (typically an attractive pocket compass/thermometer), snacks, and souvenir water bottle. Group Size: Minimum of 20 Duration: Approximately 4-6 hours depending on lunch arrangements below Outdoor Picnic Lunch or Southwestern Cooking Class at Hyde Park - Menu and pricing at this convenient and beautiful park setting can be customized based on group’s preferences. YPO Couples Retreat Sample Adventure Itinerary

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DAY 1

Airport Transfers and Check-In at Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa

PRIVATE SANTA FE HIGHLIGHTS TOUREnjoy a private walking tour of the oldest capital city in the United States-a memorable stroll through hundreds of years of history, beauty, cultureand conflict. Your group will be led by entertaining and informative guideswho will share the cultural impact of Santa Fe. The tour includes visits tomajor downtown historic sites and pointers to popular restaurants, shopsand museums to enjoy during the group's stay. Depending on time, thegroup may also visit the famous Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and experi-ence several stops at other art galleries along the way to explore the widevariety of art that helps make Santa Fe the third largest art market in theUnited States. Staff at each gallery will present an insider's look into theart and answer questions.

Estimated Cost: $50-$75 per person includes transportation, guidedwalking tour, and entry fees.Group Size: Minimum of 12Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 3 hours

DAY 2

FULL GROUP ADVENTURES TO CHOOSE FROMMOUNTAIN SCAVENGER HUNT

Your group will enjoy our unique and fun Mountain Scavenger Hunt withglobal positioning satellite (GPS) technology at a scenic location in theSangre de Cristo Mountains. We add a new level of excitement to a groupouting by combining fun, physical activity and GPS technology. After beingbriefed on how to use the technology and given coordinates for the first huntlocation, each team is given an advanced GPS device to search for hiddenspots. At the hidden locations, they unearth a clue and sometimes undertakea challenge to help them find the next destination. This stimulating eventfosters group bonding, encourages problem solving and educates everyoneon a new generation of orienteering technology. A guide accompanies eachteam on the course.

Estimated Cost: $110 per person includes guides, transportation, themed participation gift (typically an attractive pocketcompass/thermometer), snacks, and souvenir water bottle.Group Size: Minimum of 20Duration: Approximately 4-6 hours depending on lunch arrangements belowOutdoor Picnic Lunch or Southwestern Cooking Class at Hyde Park - Menu and pricing at this convenient and beautifulpark setting can be customized based on group’s preferences.

YPO Couples RetreatSample Adventure Itinerary

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NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL ADVENTURE at PUYE CLIFFSNative American Cultural Adventure at Puye Cliffs: For more than threecenturies beginning in the late 1100’s, Puye Cliffs was home to approximately1500 Pueblo Indians who lived, farmed and hunted game there. Theseinhabitants are ancestors of the present-day Santa Clara Pueblo people.Knowledgeable native guides lead guests on an exploration of this recentlyre-opened monument, including close-up examination of the enigmatic cliffdwellings as well as the mesa complex, with anthropological interpretation.This hiking adventure can be complemented with a Native Fiesta lunch,Native dance performance and/or pottery demonstration.

Estimated Cost: $105 per person includes guided tour, transportation, entryfees, snacks and beverages. Native lunch and “Native edu-tainment” suchas a dance performance and a pottery demonstration can be arranged at anadditional cost.Group Size: Minimum of 20Duration: Approximately 4-6 hours depending on lunch and “edu-tainment”arrangements.

DAY 3 or AFTERNOONSHORSEBACK RIDING at BISHOP’S LODGEGuests climb aboard a friendly equine to experience the natural world at apace conducive to absorbing northern New Mexico’s spectacular alpinescenery. Trail riding requires no previous experience, though skilled riderswill enjoy our outings every bit as much as novices. The stables at Bishop’sLodge stables show every guest a good time, with rides that make you feellike you’re starring in your very own Western in the woods and mountainsof New Mexico.

Estimated Cost: $95 per person includes trail ride, snacks and beverages, andsouvenir water bottle.Group Size: Minimum of 8 and maximum of 12 per trail rideDuration: Approximately 2.5 hours

FLY FISHING AT PRIVATE RANCHThe serenity that comes from casting a fly on a clear mountainstream is unbeatable on an angling outing. Northern New Mexicoboasts some of the most enjoyable fly-fishing in the Rockies.Catch (and release) wild brown trout on private land along thegorgeous Pecos River, east of Santa Fe, accompanied byexperienced guides who will take some of the mystery out oflanding a lunker.

Estimated Cost: $285 per angler includes one guide per 2-3anglers, fishing on private land, transportation, rod/reel/waders,snacks, beverages, souvenir water bottle, NM fishing license,gourmet box lunch and gratuities.Group Size: Minimum of 4 Duration: Approximately 7 hours

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THE EQUUS EXPERIENCEA Program of Self-Mastery, Team-Building andCollaborative Leadership.

Your group must have The Equus Experience. A creative,playful, yet remarkably powerful approach to leadership,teambuilding, and personal and professional developmentutilizing horses as consummate facilitators.

The Equus Experience helps you establish an unassailablesense of clarity, authority, dominion, and power in your lifeand work. Participants will:

• Learn the art of collaborative intelligence• Use curiosity and creativity to enhance leadership development • Ignite a sense of wonder that inspires the way we choose to live, love and work• Discover clear, authentic ways to communicate that foster trust and collaboration• Evoke inner wisdom, courage and creativity• Gain increased self-understanding and acceptance

Estimated Cost: Half-day to two-day completely customizable programs from $235 to $800 per guest.Group Size: 20-40 people, includes: Lunch, Snacks and Beverages and two trained facilitators.Duration: From 4 hours for half-day to 7 hours each day.

VIP GOLF at the exclusive LAS CAMPANASYour group will experience one of these award-winning Jack Nicklaussignature golf courses. Spectacular mountains and high desertfoothills frame the magnificent fairways and beautifully designedputting surfaces.

Estimated Cost: $225 per guest includes transportation, greens fees,gourmet box lunch and cart with set-up (golf balls, snacks, water, Gatorade).Rental clubs are available at an additional cost of $65 per person.Group Size: Minimum of 8Duration: Approximately 6-7 hours

DAY 4 - OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

HOT AIR BALLOON RIDEYour balloon will gently lift off as you start on one of the mostmemorable adventures of a lifetime! Your pilot will fly you throughthe canyons and take you aloft to get a bird’s eye view of thisstunning high desert land of Las Barrancas (The Ravines). Duringthe flight, your pilot will demonstrate the operation of the aircraft andpossibly give a little flight instruction. As your balloon gently touchesdown, the crew will be there to greet you with a complimentarychampagne toast and light brunch.

Estimated Cost: $295 per person includes transportation, flightover scenic area north of Santa Fe, flight certificates, champagneceremony and light brunch.Group Size: Minimum of 4Duration: 6-8 hours

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COUPLES MASSAGE at AWARD-WINNING SHÁNAH SPADiscover a secluded natural retreat, just minutes from downtown Santa Fe’shistoric plaza — yet miles from ordinary. Nestled in the shadows of theSangre de Cristos, The Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa offers theperfect balance of soothing luxury and exhilarating recreation in atime-honored setting.

The word "SháNah" means "vitality and energy" in Navajo, and that’sprecisely what you’ll receive – no matter which treatment you choose.Whether you seek stress management, extra vitality, or health and wellness,the caring staff at this Santa Fe day spa strives to individualize each serviceto suit your specific needs. Our therapists work in an environment thatenhances their healing energy, and, in turn, nourishes and deepens theexperience for our guests. These sessions are steeped in Native Americantraditions, incorporating natural healing remedies, herbs, baths, and teas.

Estimated Cost: Couples Massage $125 per person Duration: Approximately 1 hourBabysitting services available.

POKER and PIZZAPoker and Pizza! Nuff said.Group Size and Estimated Cost: TBD

WHITEWATER RAFTINGThe most fun sections of the Rio Grande-including the adrenaline-inducing class III Racecourse stretch-are within striking distance ofSanta Fe. The day begins with a scenic drive to the Racecourse put-in,the launch point to experience one of America’s most impressive rivers,from an awe-inspiring canyon to exciting rapids such as Souse Hole andBig Rocks. Afterwards, guests will be rewarded with a gourmet lunch ata scenic riverside location.

Estimated Cost: $125 per person includes rafting, snacks andbeverages, gourmet lunch, and souvenir water bottle.Group Size: Minimum of 12Duration: Approximately 6 hours

ROCK CLIMBINGGuests will begin their adventure with expert instruction learningabout the basics of rock climbing in the White Rock or Los Conchasarea. The group will then be guided and belayed on a variety ofexciting climbing routes (top-roping) in the area.

Estimated Cost: $135 per person includes transportation, guidedinstruction, equipment, gourmet box lunch, snacks, beverages,and souvenir water bottle.Group Size: Minimum of 10Duration: Approximately 7.5 hours

Other activity options include: Skeet Shooting, Mountain Biking,Hiking, Tent Rocks Adventure and Llama Trekking.

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THEMED EVENING EVENT IDEAS• Private Wine Dinner at Las Fuentes Restaurant & Bar• Sunset Dinner, Horseback Ride and Star Party at Resort• “Artfeast” at Spectacular Art Gallery• Western BBQ Dinner with Fireside Cowboy Songs atop the Mesa

CHECK-OUT AND AIRPORT TRANSFERS

YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE!Thanks for reviewing this sample itinerary which can becustomized based on your YPO Group’s desires.Please be aware that the estimated costs above are validuntil September 30, 2012 and do not include taxes.Prices subject to change without notice.

We’re eager to finalize a very memorable, adventurous and funprogram for your YPOs Couple’s Retreat at the Bishop’s LodgeRanch Resort & Spa in Santa Fe!

Call our Sales Experts at 505.819.4026.