Summer has come upon us FAST! So fast in fact, that Father's Day is literally around the corner. Hopefully you've planned an adventure fit for the king of the house!
Several of our sponsors have just the right gift for your dad...Henderson's IGA has Traeger grills, spices, grilling tools, and most important...mouth watering steaks to sizzle on his new grill for the entire family and friends!
What about Berry Creek? Absolutely stop there because they have ammo, guns, targets, and reloading for dads who would rather walk on the wild side and grill their own catch!
Outback Screenprinting and Embroidery has caps, T-shirts, jackets, shorts, and shoes for your special dad, and they can personalize his gift making it a one of a kind! Badgers? Cowboys? Huskers? They have it all!
Maybe dad's not so great at the grill and Mac n' Cheese is his speciality? Fear not....gift certificates from Coachlight Cafe are great any time! They make the best homemade food and will deliver locally! Hungry? Go for the Badger Burger!
What about a trip down the river??? Brewer's Canoers and Tubers can get you all fixed up...tube, canoe, or kayak! The river level is fabulous...scenery is GREEN, GREEN, GREEN, and abundant with wildlife. Not to mention p-e-a-c-e-f-u-l!
Some dad's are sentimental...how about a project for him with fabrics, woolens, and buttons from The Quilting Cupboard. There's cowboy prints for neckerchiefs, patterns by Fear Not Pattern Co. just because and whatever your hands create will become a beautiful memory!
Water sports, fishing, skiing, can be great fun at Merritt, so can camping. Even a walk, hike, or looking for fossils can be a wonderful way to spend Father's Day together!
Happy Father's Day from the sponsors at SandhillsWesternVacations.com We invite you to come and enjoy what the Sandhills have to offer - It's your four season family fun, ticket 4 adventure! Check out the Schedule of events for June and July 2016 Schedule of Events...there's a lot coming up for you to enjoy!
Without a doubt, things in the United States aren't 100 percent perfect. But we have so much to be thankful for! Because we ARE FREE!
There is a population that would trade places with many of us in a nano-second - problems and all; and be happy to walk miles in our shoes....Because we are FREE.
Sure - there are storms - but by those very storms, we overcome, and become FREE!
We can complain about our dispositions, or sing about our freedoms like the Meadowlark...from sun up to sundown...it sings of glory and its ability fly free!
From sea to shining sea, we are FREE because of the brave men and women who have come before, who are still standing their posts, and those whose duty is done.
May we know how much our freedom really cost.
Our emblem of freedom is the mighty eagle; soaring above our Sandhills. May we be wise enough to know the cost is enormous and beyond appreciated...daily.
Happy Memorial Day from the sponsors at SandhillsWesternVacations.com
We invite you to come and enjoy what the Sandhills have to offer - your four season family fun, ticket 4 adventure! Check out the Schedule of events for June...there's a lot coming up for you to enjoy!
The changes of seasons can be a metaphor of your life, family life, or could be literal...as in the lovely month of April. One day you have on flip flops and the next you're kicking those aside for snow boots, and finally, digging out the umbrella for the anticipated and longed for April Showers.
Which coincide nicely with the theme for this year's Nebraska Independent Fabric Shops 18th annual Shop Hop held April 7-16, 2016, with the theme Seasons Sewn.
It's also a manly time...for the guys to get together and talk turkey - for real! Turkey season is now open for the guys and was proclaimed by our Governor to be one of the best places to see them in all their spring glory!
So get together and head out to the Sandhills of Nebraska, specifically, Valentine, and stop off at the Quilting Cupboard where you'll find the specially printed fabric panel along with coordinating prints of the Seasons Sewn collection.
Each shop is independently owned along the route, so each has a personality and flavor all the
their own. The further you head west the more relaxed you'll become and the people are so welcoming!
The Quilting Cupboard is located at 130 W. Fourth Street - make sure you park in the parking lot, not along the highway! Hubbies...head down the block to Berry Creek Gun and Pawn, stock up and hunt the hills!
There are scenic highways to make your travels beautiful, and the baby calves will be out to greet you shortly, if they aren't already. Grasses are turning green...right before your eyes!
Welcome to the Sandhills...where you will enjoy your sewing and hunting adventure whether it's the latest in fabrics or the wilds of the Sandhills!
Let our sponsors help you with your four season, family fun, vacation plans!!! Trade Winds Lodge, can help you with accommodations, and you can get excellent food to go at Henderson's IGA. Why not plan a leisurely trip down Niobrara National Scenic River with Brewers Canoers and Tubers...it won't be long before the summer season begins.
Nim-Rods Bait Store has all you could ever need or want for your fishing excursion - poles, live bait, bobbers, jigs, hooks, and plenty of refreshments! Berry Creek Gun and Pawn Shop, has everything you could ever want in the way of firearms, ammo, and reloading supplies - conveniently located right down the street from The Quilting Cupboard, which has spring prints, wool, cotton and batik fabric, along with patterns from Fear Not Pattern Co perfect little projects for this season!
For a one of a kind gift that is uniquely yours, head over to Outback Screenprinting and Embroidery at their new location Mother's Day is coming up and they can make your customized one of a kind gift for her or the graduate!!!
The Valentine Chamber of Commerce has their new edition of Explore Valentine and a bevy of brochures that will have you coming back all year long... make sure you stop by and pick some up today!
Remember...the Sandhills are your four season, family fun, ticket 4 Adventure....come find out why at SandhillsWesternVacations.com!!!
What are you doing Friday, February 12? How about something appealing? A little dressy? It's the weekend of Valentine's Day, so how about something red?
The Bull Bash Go Red for Women event will be held at the Cherry County Fairgrounds and will feature the vocal group Six Appeal!
They do have an appealing sound! Take a listen, and check out those shoes! My, my!!! Oh my!
Your visit to the Red Dress Event includes a fine beef dinner and supports the cardiac rehab unit at Cherry County Hospital as well as the Bryan Health foundation.
Last year the Red Dress Event was crazy fun! Your participation will make this year full of heart healthy cheer!
The welcome flags are out to welcome everyone for this fine weekend of fun!! Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. sign up for the 5K run...or walk...which ever you feel up to, at the Comfort Inn.
The rest of the day poke your head into all the little shops that will have something delightful to offer. They're unique, the people are great, and you just might find your perfect Valentine's Day gift!
Stroll Main Street and visit with the bull and equipment vendors. There is a lot to learn, and the bulls are gentle giants.
The Vets Club hosts the craft show - something not to be missed!
And there's food available there too...which goes quickly!!! Stop by for the best!!!
Some of the beautiful crafts you'll find in the Vets Club basement...more are at the Connot Auction Building.
These are the bulls bashing it on Main Street!!!
Follow the hearts to the Bull Market where the 4-H Luck of the Draw will be held all day long. Tickets go on sale at 10:00 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m., when they begin drawing for the lucky winner! It could be you!
Aren't they beautiful. If you ask nicely, some will even let you pet their curly fur. I've even had some lick my hand...a little slimy, but still welcomed!
Our Second Amendment rights are very important and you'll find many ways to protect and arm yourself at the Gun Show located at the Connot Brothers Auction building located on the corner of Macomb and A Street. Craft vendors will also be located here, plus more food!!!
Nelsen Furniture is the location on Main Street for the Quilt Show. Vote on your favorite, or bring one of your favorites down to showcase!
Totally love these guys! These gentle giants.
Main Street...in downtown Valentine during the 14th annual Bull Bash...wonder what it will look like this coming weekend...come and enjoy....
I see that you're going to LOVE all that Valentine, Nebraska has to offer you this weekend...in the Heart City....
But it's not quite over yet...
Sunday IS Valentine's Day, officially. Every year, with a few exceptions during WWII, the community has hosted Coronation. The theme this year is Every Heart has a Story to Tell.
I wonder what the story will be? I'm sure it will be a page-turner...
Coronation will be held at the Valentine High School Auditorium; tickets are on sale at the Valentine Chamber of Commerce! Here's a little behind the scenes peak at last year's Coronation, along with the grand finale of the Coronation Court.
Let our sponsors help you with your four season, family fun, vacation plans!!! Trade Winds Lodge, can help you with accommodations, and you can get excellent food to go at Henderson's IGA. Why not plan a leisurely fall trip down Niobrara National Scenic River with Brewers Canoers and Tubers
Nim-Rods Bait Store has all you could ever need or want for your fishing excursion - poles, live bait, bobbers, jigs, hooks, and plenty of refreshments! Berry Creek Gun and Pawn Shop, has everything you could ever want in the way of firearms, ammo, and reloading supplies - conveniently located right down the street from The Quilting Cupboard, which has western prints, wool, cotton and batik fabric, along with patterns from Fear Not Pattern Co perfect little projects for this season!
The Valentine Chamber of Commerce has their new edition of Explore Valentine and a bevy of brochures that will have you coming back all year long... make sure you stop by and pick some up today!
Remember...the Sandhills are your four season, family fun, ticket 4 Adventure....come find out why at SandhillsWesternVacations.com!!!
It's cold...it's been cloudy. There's been some snow, and we're getting ready for another holiday...the LOVE-ly holiday...women love it, men hate it...Valentine's Day here in the Heart City!
Valentine's Day in Valentine, Nebraska is a win-win destination.
First is the dressy event for her...The Red Dress for Heart held Friday, February 12 at the Cherry County Fairgrounds. There's a nice dinner, entertainment and great friendships.
Saturday, February 13 is the Heart City Bull Bash. Nothing like it and it's for him, her, and the rest of the family!
Finally, Sunday, February 14 - the most wonderful day for those in love, or in like for that matter - and Valentine's Coronation.
Not sure what to expect? As wonderful as Jack Frost!
Watch these videos and begin contacting the sponsors of SandhillsWesternVacations.com to make your LOVE-ly plans! This should brighten your day and make your heart warm and fuzzy no matter the weather where you're at!
Valentine, Nebraska is the place you want to be the weekend of February 12-14!!! Make plans now and we'll see you then!!!
Let our sponsors help you with your four season, family fun, vacation plans!!! Trade Winds Lodge, can help you with accommodations, and you can get excellent food to go at Henderson's IGA. Why not plan a leisurely fall trip down Niobrara National Scenic River with Brewers Canoers and Tubers
Nim-Rods Bait Store has all you could ever need or want for your fishing excursion - poles, live bait, bobbers, jigs, hooks, and plenty of refreshments! Berry Creek Gun and Pawn Shop, has everything you could ever want in the way of firearms, ammo, and reloading supplies - conveniently located right down the street from The Quilting Cupboard, which has western prints, wool, cotton and batik fabric, along with patterns from Fear Not Pattern Co perfect little projects for this season!
The Valentine Chamber of Commerce has their new edition of Explore Valentine and a bevy of brochures that will have you coming back all year long... make sure you stop by and pick some up today!
Remember...the Sandhills are your four season, family fun, ticket 4 Adventure....come find out why at SandhillsWesternVacations.com!!! The new site is getting closer to becoming live!
We're well into 2016 and what has SandhillsWesternVacations.com been doing? Not stilling around being bored, that's for sure. Enjoying the Sandhills in the winter - they're spectacular!
A new website design is underway, however its proving to take longer for it to be released than expected.
But what is important is that you know what is coming up and when!!!
This is the time of year that the Chamber Director visits the trade shows and shares all that's good about Valentine, Nebraska! You can call them at 402-376-2969 and request their new edition of Explore Valentine.
Here is your 2016 list of upcoming events - we hope to see you there!!!
January
23-24 Cork Thornton Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament
February
12 - Red Dress Event
13 - Heart City Bull Bash
14 - Coronation
April
7-16 - Nebraska Shop Hop
30 - 1884 Day and Valentine's Birthday!
June
4 - Minnechaduza Days and Turtle Races
11 - Andrew Claymon Memorial Fishing Tournament
25 - Valentine Alumni Reunion
26 - Sod House Sunday, Arthur Bowring Sandhills Ranch, Merriman
July
4 - Independence Day - America's Birthday!
16 - City Wide Garage Sales, Valentine
31 - Star Party begins
August
1-5 - Nebraska Star Party
6 - Crazy Day, Valentine
10-14 - Cherry County Fair and Rodeo
28 - Old Settler's Reunion, Sparks
October
TBA - Old West Days and Nebraska Poetry Gathering
8 - Pumpkin Patch Craft Show
November
20 - Holiday Preview
26 - Valentine's Heart of Christmas Parade
And let our sponsors help you with your four season, family fun, vacation plans!!! Trade Winds Lodge, can help you with accommodations, and you can get excellent food to go at Henderson's IGA.
Why not plan a leisurely fall trip down Niobrara National Scenic River with Brewers Canoers and Tubers ?
Nim-Rods Bait Store has all you could ever need or want for your fishing excursion - poles, live bait, bobbers, jigs, hooks, and plenty of refreshments! Berry Creek Gun and Pawn Shop, has everything you could ever want in the way of firearms, ammo, and reloading supplies - conveniently located right down the street from The Quilting Cupboard, which has western prints, wool, cotton and batik fabric, along with patterns from Fear Not Pattern Co perfect little projects for this season!
The Valentine Chamber of Commerce has their new edition of Explore Valentine and a bevy of brochures that will have you coming back all year long... make sure you stop by and pick some up today!
Remember...the Sandhills are your four season, family fun, ticket 4 Adventure....come find out why at SandhillsWesternVacations.com!!!
Oh, my deers, what a wonderful time of year to count your blessings...
Make sure you try all the goodies on the table! Including the squash and cranberries!
Hey...no faces...just try it!
Love all of those...even those who are difficult...they do teach you lessons you will be thankful to learn...and will come in handy during your lifetime.
Here's hoping your Thanksgiving is more special than a million bucks as you enjoy all your deer family and friends...
Remember to stop by Valentine, NE, Saturday, November 28, for the inaugural Valentine's Heart of Christmas Celebration...festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. along Valentine's Main Street. Santa's coming to town and will end up at Santa's Headquarter's at the Co-op, on the corner of Main and First Street.
a Spaghetti Feed will be held at the United Methodist Church, along with a live Nativity!
Come out and enjoy...count your many blessings...from all of us at SandhillsWesternVacations.com...your four season, family fun, place for Nebraska adventure.
