Rubys Inn Blog

Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced dates in 2013 when more than 2,000 national parks, national forests, national wildlife refuges, and other federal lands will offer free admittance to everyone. “Our national parks, wildlife refuges, forests, and other public lands offer every American a place to get outdoors, learn about our nation’s history and culture, and restore our spirits,” Salazar said. “By providing free admission, we are rolling out the welcome mat for Americans to visit and enjoy these extraordinary treasures that belong to all of us.” Tourism and outdoor recreation tied to public lands are powerful economic engines in communities across the country. Recreation on federal lands provided 440,000 jobs and contributed $55 billion to the economy in 2009. Each year, over 280 million national park visitors pump $31 billion into local economies, supporting 258,000 jobs. “We have a fantastic network of public lands that provides world class recreational opportunities, showcases our nation’s rich and diverse history, and features some of the most incredible scenery around,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “The fee free days will give both first time and repeat visitors a good reason to spend time exploring these remarkable places.” Bryce Canyon National Park will join hundreds of National Park Service sites across the country in waiving entrance fees on the following dates: April 22-26………………National Park Week August 25………………97th Birthday of the National Park Service September 28…………..National Public Lands Day November 9-11…………Veterans Day Weekend
Although the $25 entrance fee will be waived at Bryce Canyon, entrance stations will be staffed to provide maps and information, and to sell annual park passes, including:  A FREE annual pass for active duty military members and their dependents;  A FREE lifetime pass for U.S. residents with permanent disabilities;  A $10 lifetime pass for U.S. residents age 62 and over;  A $30 annual pass for the general public that provides entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park;
Bryce Canyon National Park 435-834-5322 P.O. Box 640201 www.nps.gov/brca
Bryce, Utah 84764
National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
 And an $80 annual pass for the general public. Except for the Bryce Canyon annual pass, each of the passes above provides entrance to lands managed by the National Park Service, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and the U.S. Forest Service.
EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA
The National Park Service cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.

Half Marathon: July 13th, 2013, 6:00A.M. – Starts at Ruby’s Inn, Bryce – Ends in Cannonville. The 1/2 Marathon starts at Ruby’s Inn on Hwy 63, Bryce (elev. 7,652 ft.). The course heads north, then turns east onto National Scenic Byway 12. The route descends through Bryce Canyon National Park, through the town of Tropic, and ends in Cannonville(elev. 5,800ft.). Runners must finish the 1/2 Marathon by 9:00AM. $3,000 cash prize will be divided between the top 5 overall male and female 1/2 Marathon runners. Shuttles will be available.

Fun and education for the entire family. http://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/astrofest.htm

The 2013 Festival will be held on February 16, 17, 18.
The Bryce Canyon Winter Festival has something for everyone. There will be Free clinics, demos and tours. Events may be subject to change due to snow and weather conditions, but the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival will be held regardless of snow conditions.

Click here for more info.

Our annual thanksgiving buffet with all of the homemade fixin’s you would expect.

Come help us raise money so our community can further their music education.
Monday, January 30, 2012 at Ruby’s Inn.
Skate prices: $2 for adults, $1 for kids. Come anytime of the day! Hot chocolate and cinnamon rolls for sale from 5pm to 8pm.

All proceeds go to support music students in Bryce Valley area trying to attend The Bryce Valley Music Camp, directed by Megan Cottam.

The 2012 Winter Festival will be held on February 18, 19, 20 (Presidents Day Weekend) at Ruby’s Inn located at the entrance of Bryce Canyon National Park. Come and enjoy all the winter fun and activities including: Cross country ski races, archery clinic, archery biathlon competition, free snowshoe tours, free clinics in photography, snow sculpture, kids’ events, entertainment and more! There really is something for every member of the family to enjoy.

For more information about the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival, please click here!

Join us at Ebenezer’s Barn & Grill as we celebrate the New
Year!
Featuring Live DJ “Adam Rue”
Soda drinks, snacks, party favors, & family atmosphere.
Cost is $2 per person or $5 per immediate family.

Ruby’s Inn
Ebenezer’s Barn & Grill
110 East Center
Bryce Canyon City, UT 84764