Horseshoe Resort Meet in the Heart of Ski & Adventure Country Less Than an Hour from the City Welcome to Horseshoe
VENUES & ACCOMMODATIONS WITH COUNTRY-CHIC CHARM
With over 16,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, Horseshoe Resort is your complete corporate destination just north of the city. Inspired by the surrounding horseshoe-shaped hills and trail-rich Copeland Forest, Horseshoe Resort elevates meetings to new heights of adventure and motivation. From comfortable renovated guest rooms, year-round adventure and culinary excellence to experienced planning and service teams, Horseshoe Resort has everything to ensure your meeting is unforgettable.
Flexible venues range from executive boardrooms in the newly renovated conference centre to larger ballrooms for up to 220 people Rest well with 101 renovated guest rooms in three layouts, plus condo accommodations in Copeland House and Slopeside Creative outdoor settings include the Valley View Tent, an outdoor space offering gorgeous views of Horseshoe Valley
FOUR SEASONS OF ACTIVITIES & ADVENTURES
25 Alpine runs and excellent Nordic trails offer skiing from beginner to advanced Snow tubing with 6 chutes and carpet to whisk you back to the top Challenging and picturesque Valley Course 680-acre playground featuring Slopeside Adventures with a climbing wall and other challenges adjacent to meeting, dining, patio and pool facilities Adventure sports include zip lining, obstacle courses, hiking trails, plus excellent biking trails, tours and rentals Treetop Trekking, Segway tours, Yamaha Riding Adventures
TEAM BUILDING WITH ADVENTURES IN EXCELLENCE
Adventures in Excellence specializes in corporate learning and teambuilding with customized programming to achieve your goals Over 40 different sessions and workshops with new experiences being added every season Activities range from “The Amazing Race” to cocktail building classes, smart phone missions and many more
AMENITIES
Ample free parking High speed wi-fi internet access In house audio/visual services including video teleconferencing Exceptional cuisine with customized menu packages available Private suites ideal for hospitality suites or executive retreats CONTACT:
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 [email protected]
Group Sales 1-800-461-461-6522 ACCOMMODATIONS
HORSESHOE ROOMS
Generous and accommodating, Horseshoe Room offers two queen size beds or one king size bed with a pull out sofa and small sitting area. Each room features a bath with glass stand-up shower and hand-held rain slide bar. Horseshoe Rooms can comfortably sleep up to four people.
DELUXE ROOMS
Our charming Deluxe Room offers a sunken sitting area with cozy electric fireplaces and well-appointed bathrooms. Enjoy two queen size beds or one king size bed with a pullout sofa. Deluxe rooms sleep up to six people.
LOFT SUITES
These two-level suites overlooking the spectacular Valley Golf Course feature a main floor with a sunken sitting area with fireplace, a two-piece bathroom and a pull out sofa bed. The spiral staircase leads to a sky-lit bedroom featuring king size bed and full bathroom with oversized whirlpool tub. Loft suites accommodate up to four people.
SLOPESIDE CONDOS
Newly renovated Premiere Slopeside Condos features two bathrooms, an enclosed balcony, a fully equipped, modern kitchen and laundry. A pull out sofa sleeper with views of the ski hills complements a relaxing living area. All units offer two bedrooms and can comfortably sleep six.
COPELAND HOUSE CONDOS The ideal home-away-from home for everyone who wants the feel of a residence, in a hotel suite. One bedroom, one bedroom plus a den and two bedroom units available. All condos include a comfortable living room, full kitchen with seating area and a balcony or walkout with views of the valley or ski hill. CONTACT:
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 [email protected] VENUES
ALPINE ROOM Our largest indoor venue, seating up to 140 in a classroom style or 220 for a banquet. Featuring 14 foot ceilings, this 4,050 square foot room offers spectacular ski hill views.
FAIRWAY ROOM This freshly renovated 1,920 square footvenue accommodates 40 to 160 guests in a variety of layouts.
LEACOCK & ELLSMERE BOARDROOMS Dedicated 400 square foot boardrooms seat up to 16 people and feature built-in AV.
COPELAND ROOM Get down to business in 495 square feet of space with 10 foot ceilings and built-in AV ideal for 20-30 individuals.
KEEWATIN ROOM Accommodating up to 36 people for a boardroom meeting or 76 for a reception, this 890 square foot room offers a spacious yet intimate setting.
SIMCOE ROOM The 675 square foot Simcoe Room accommodates up to 28 people for a boardroom meeting or up to 50 theatre style.
VALLEY VIEW TENT This outdoor setting adjacent to The Inn Steakhouse offers beautiful views of the historic Valley during the summer months. The tent accommodates 200 people for a banquet or reception.
THE CHAPEL The Ellesmere Chapel is a rustic chapel used for ceremonies and prayer. The space holds up to 65 people and features 14 foot ceilings.
GO WEST ROOM This perfect country-chic venue to host your lunch or dinner accommodates up to 100 guests banquet style.
CONTACT:
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 [email protected] FLOOR PLANS
The Chalet Building The Inn at Horseshoe
Square Board Hollow Function Room Dimensions Footage Room U-Shape Square Classroom Theatre Banquet Reception
Keewatin Room 24x37x9 890 36 30 34 45 80 56 76
Simcoe Room 23x28x11 675 28 24 36 36 50 48 48
Copeland Room 16x30x10 495 24 20 20 24 30 24 28
Leacock Boardroom 18x24x10 445 14 ------
Fairway Room 34x57x8.5 1920 40 40 44 80 120 104 160
Alpine Room 39x106x14 4050 - - - 138 240 220 260
Valley View Tent 75x40x14 3000 - - - - 175 200 200
Ellsmere Boardroom 17x24x10 400 14 ------
The Chapel A-Frame 800 - - - - 60 - - DINING
INN STEAKHOUSE & FIRESIDE LOUNGE
Big, bold flavours, the freshest local ingredients and select steaks make the new Inn Steakhouse at Horseshoe an exceptional dining option. Here, a wide variety of AAA farm raised Canadian beef cuts will satisfy the heartiest of appetites. Choose from a full selection of entrees, salads and appetizers all prepared under the award winning, culinary direction of Executive Chef Dylan Tulloch. Take in spectacular views while you unwind in front of the roaring fireplace with a glass from our eclectic wine selection.
CRAZY HORSE SPORTS BAR & GRILL
Enjoy lunch and dinner, or relax with one of ten draft beers on our upper deck or Après patio beside the Slopeside Adventures. Pull up a stool to our hand-crafted pine bar and cheer on your favorite teams on one of our many televisions including a big screen.
COOKHOUSE CAFETERIA
During the winter months, the Cookhouse serves as our cafeteria offering soups, sandwiches, chili, pizza, snacks and more. A convenient express line means no waiting to enjoy your favorites!
SHOE BREW CAFE
This cozy coffee shop is located in the Chalet at the base of the hill, offering a variety of specialty coffees, teas and hot chocolate during the ski season. Warm up with a cup of your favorite brew, or snack on a fresh pastry or decadent dessert made in-house by our very own pastry chef, Faye.
CONTACT:
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 [email protected] ADVENTURES IN EXCELLENCE
REDEFINE AND REFOCUS PRODUCTIVITY At Skyline Hotels and Resort’s signature on-site teambuilding, we know that fun is the key to motivation. Our facilitators have helped hundreds of companies improve their performance and energize their human resources. We’ll present your team with customized training and challenges designed to fit any group size or budget.
With over 20 years of team building experience, Adventures In Excellence has been able to assist 100's of companies to improve their business. Also a certified Personality Dimensions facilitator, we will take you and your team on a journey to help improve productivity. With an arsenal of knowledge and experiential in- class sessions, as well as outdoor offerings, Adventures in Excellence is just that...we will help you reach 'Excellence' through customizable adventures.
Fun, interactive, and educational, our variety of workshops, activities and events will provide a lasting positive impact on your team dynamics and, ultimately, on the bottom line.
Whether you are looking to break down barriers, or shake up management thinking, our innovative sessions will challenge, inspire and revisit leadership fundamentals.
Some key outcomes of our programs include:
Improved Communication Conflict Resolution Building Trust and Respect Increased Flexibility, And Creativity Self-Actualization And A Better Understanding Of Interpersonal Relationships Strategic Development Greater Emotional Intelligence Fun, Laughter, & A Shared Experience
In addition to these interactive sessions, options are also available if you’d like to raise money for a charity of your choice, or add a wow factor to your evening function or gala with an amazing fireworks display, or a variety of entertainment options.
CONTACT: THE SKY IS THE LIMIT
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales Our team can create any program or activity you need, and tailor it to achieve the results 1-800-461-6522 you want. For a full list of Adventures In Excellence Programs and to obtain a quote, please [email protected] contact Mark O’Dell, [email protected]. GOLF
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VALLEY GOLF COURSE
Par 70 | 5,792 yards | 128 slope | Designed by Rene Muylaert Newly enhanced for the 2017 season, the Valley Course offers tree-lined fairways winding through a rolling, wooded landscape enjoyable for players of all skill levels. Ideal for tournaments, the Valley Course provides variety, challenge and seclusion, with post-game socializing at the Crazy Horse Sports Bar & Grill.
TOURNAMENTS
Let our dedicated tournament coordinator and team of professionals make your golf day easy and enjoyable. From shotgun starts to fun, creative formats that level the playing field; we’ll tailor your contracted event to suit your group and agenda. Ask us about:
• Complimentary tournament gift ($30 value) • Customized scoring • Sponsorship strategies • Themed tastings on course • BBQ lunches or award dinner
Submit your golf event RFP at: golf.horseshoeresort.com/
tournament Contact: Adrian Lund, Director of Golf
705-835-2790 ext. 1302 [email protected]
CONTACT:
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 [email protected] SPRING/SUMMER/FALL ADVENTURES
SLOPESIDE ADVENTURES
Add some adrenalin to your team’s agenda with climbing, zipping, jumping, playing and splashing!
ZIP-LINE: Ride the chairlift to the top and soar an incredible 2,075 feet down on the fastest zip line in Ontario!
HIGHLANDS CLIMBING TOWER: Do you have what it takes to get to the top? Challenge yourself on our sky-scraping, 32 foot high climbing tower and find out!
COMMANDO OBSTACLE COURSE: It's back to basic training with the inflatable Commando Obstacle Course – which team can make it through first?
RIDGETOP MINI PUTT: Battle to keep out of the rough, sand, and water traps on this 18-hole challenge – no skill required!
RED HORSE MAZE: It's time for you to get lost – literally. Split up into teams and see who gets through the 3,000 square foot maze fastest; it's harder than you think!
RED HORSE MINING: Experience the thrill of panning for gemstones on a fun and educational attraction that engages all ages!
EURO-BUNGY: Soar high into the sky and experience the feeling of free falling on our Western Whip Euro Bungee. Harnessed in, you control how high you go by pushing off of a trampoline sending yourself high into the sky!
PONY PLAY FORT: If children are part of your group, they’ll have endless fun on the slides, ladders, and hutch. Let their imagination runs wild!
LIL’ CLIMBING BOULDER: Only 8ft high, you can practice climbing before you hit the Climbing Tower, or challenge your teammates to a climb off!
BIKING TRAILS & RENTALS
Horseshoe Resort boasts 30km of lift access cross country riding with interconnected killer trails ranging from beginner to advanced. Just take the lift to the top, kick off and ride the trails! If that's not enough riding for you, ride over 4000 acres of single track terrain in the Copeland forest, or if road biking is more your style Oro-Medonte has more than CONTACT: 800km of paved rural roads.
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HUMMER TOURS
Experience the excitement and thrills that only the Hummer can deliver. The world's most capable off-road vehicle crawls, winds, climbs and powers its way through the rugged terrain of Horseshoe Valley. Whatever the weather, whatever the season, this is the most fun you can have on four wheels.
YAMAHA ADVENTURES
ATV and Riding Adventures by Yamaha have the perfect adventure for any season for your corporate retreat at Horseshoe Resort. With seemingly endless kilometers of wooded trails through rugged Horseshoe Valley forest, riders will encounter a wide range of terrain on these guided tours.
TREETOP TREKKING
Treetop Trekking at Horseshoe Resort is Ontario's original aerial game and zip line park. Spend a day climbing and zipping from tree to tree! In addition to treetop aerial courses, Treetop Trekking also has Treehuggin’, a giant 900 ft zip line, Night Treks, and teambuilding programs.
During your day in the trees, you will be accompanied by a team of friendly and experienced guides that will ensure you have fun in a safe environment.
Combine Treetop Trekking with the Slopeside Adventures including zipline for a full-on day of activities!
SEGWAY TOURS Experience Horseshoe Valley like never before as you glide along serene forest trails on a Segway x2. Start with a 10-15 minute lesson on how to use a Segway followed by a trek through the trails! The Segway X2 has been specifically designed for off-road travel and is perfect for your group experience.
ADVENTURE BUGGIES
Traverse beautiful forest trails in the comfortable seats of our Adventure Buggies! Our instructors will show you all the controls before practicing in our training area. Once you are comfortable, it is off to Stage Two.
You follow the instructor around the resort and up the ski hill to our Farm Trail Loop. Stage Three is out into the fantastic trail network of Simcoe County forests where you test the great handling and suspension.
CONTACT:
Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 [email protected] WINTER ADVENTURES
WHY BRING YOUR GROUP TO HORSESHOE IN THE WINTER?
Horseshoe Resort is the closest ski hill to the GTA Night skiing means we work around your groups schedule 25 diverse runs that appeal to both the beginners and seasoned skiers in your group. 40km of groomed Nordic and snowshoeing trails that connect with the lush Copeland Forest On-site spa, Restaurant, and hot tub for relaxing après ski
DOWNHILL SKIIING
With a brand new high-speed 6-person chairlift, the best groomed runs in all of Ontario, free slope side wifi, night skiing and a 7-day a week operation schedule, our ski hill offers both flexibility and variety for any group schedule, or participant skill level .
NORDIC SKIING
Experience over 32km of both track set and skate ski groomed trails through the pristine Copeland Forest. Arrange an afternoon of exploration, a moonlit ski, or build confidence and comradery with a group lesson.
FAT BIKES
Designed for riding along snowy trails our 20km Fat Bike trail has been designed to appeal to both the beginner and intimidate riders.
TUBING
Get your heart pumping with the all thrill / no skill fun of snow tubing. With 5 BIG chutes to fly down, and one magic carpet to whisk your group back up to the top, arrange an afternoon or evening of laughter and memories.
SNOWSHOEING Snowshoeing is a great way for your group to work out and enjoy the trails! Horseshoe Resort sits on the edge of the Copeland Forest, where your group can enjoy snowshoeing through stunning trails.
SKATING
Come out and take a few twirls on the Skating Rink or play a game of pick up hockey. The rink is located beside the Red Horse Maze with benches rink side, warming huts and fire pits to sit by. Bring your own skates or we have limited rentals available.
CONTACT: YAMAHA SNOWMOBILE ADVENTURES
Professional guided snowmobile adventures that your group will never forget, these tours Horseshoe Resort Group Sales come complete with outerwear and expert instruction on the latest ecofriendly sleds. 1-800-461-6522 [email protected] SPA EXPERIENCES
TOP OF YOUR GAME PACKAGE
Completely indulge in these full service spa treatments and enjoy what our Amba Spa can offer. This is the ultimate spa getaway for smaller groups seeking a true Amba moment. This package can accommodate up to 10 people over an 8 hour period, depending on service choice.
Amba Signature Manicure and Pedicure (105 minutes) Amba Signature Massage Hot Stone Placement (90 minutes) Amba Signature-Guinot Classic Facial and Paraffin Hands (75 minutes) Phytomer of France-Warming Algae Wrap and Scalp Massage (75 minutes) EXECUTIVE PACKAGE
Extend spa treatments to your organizers, guest speakers, or VIP’s -- what better way to say thank you than to help them relax, rejuvenate and take some me time from their busy convention schedule.
ESCAPE PACKAGE
Take full advantage of our most sought after spa services, all within 45-minute treatment times. This package allows for your group to escape into relaxation without the commitment of too much time. This package is perfect for the mid-sized group and offers a variety of services to accommodate up to 20 people over an 8 hour period, depending on the service choices. Rejuvenating Express Facial & Scalp Massage Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage Reflexology Signature Manicure Custom Pedicure NEED A BREATHER PACAKGE
These condensed 30-minute versions of our most popular spa treatments allow larger groups to catch their breath after a busy day. This package can accommodate up to 45 people over 8 hours, depending on service choices: Vitality Massage Reflexology Rejuvenating Express Facial Custom Manicure GROUP RATES
No matter what the size of your group, the Amba Spa will customize packages and service pricing to fit your specific needs and budget. CONTACT: START PLANNING Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 To plan your Amba Spa getaway, please contact us at 705-835-7891 or email [email protected] [email protected] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES
Food and beverage and function services are subject to a taxable 15% service charge. The regular 13% HST also applies to all transactions.
OUTSIDE FOOD AND BEVERAGE
All food and beverage service for your group must be provided by Horseshoe Resort. To maintain the high food quality standards the resort has set, Horseshoe reserves the right to make changes and/or substitutions and cost adjustments based on availability of product and current market value. In accordance with health and safety regulations, food and beverage products may not be removed after a function. Wedding cakes are the only exception to this rule.
SPECIAL MEAL REQUESTS AND FOOD ALLERGIES
Please inform us of guests that have any food allergies and medical dietary restrictions so that the necessary precautions can be taken when preparing their meal. Please be aware that food in our kitchens may contain or have been in contact with peanuts, nuts, seafood or other possible allergens so we cannot guarantee a 100% allergy free environment.
FUNCTION GUARANTEES
Seventy-two (72) hours prior to the function a final guarantee of the number of attendees is due to your group coordinator/manager. This guarantee will be the minimum of covers charged. If this guarantee is not given to your coordinator, the estimated number of attendees given will be used for billing. If your guarantee is over by more than 5% the day of the event, then we will do our best to accommodate the extra and will bill accordingly.
PACKAGE HANDLING & RECEIVING
All packages can be sent to our Shipping and Receiving Department which is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 3pm. Please give notice to your coordinator if anything is being shipped. Storage of packages is subject to space availability. Please label each package with the name of the group coordinator, date of event and number of boxes.
POSTING AND DECORATIONS
All signage displayed in public areas must be professional and tasteful. Nothing is to be attached, in any manner, to the walls of the banquet rooms or in the hallways. All open flame candles must be enclosed in a glass container which exceeds the height of the flame.
SOCAN
CONTACT: All musical entertainment is subject to a SOCAN fee (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada), we have a flat rate of $100.00 plus applicable taxes. Horseshoe Resort Group Sales 1-800-461-6522 AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT [email protected] Please note that if you require any audio or visual equipment we would be glad to provide you with a quote. Please ask you Sales Manager for more details.