Glendorn

Winter is here...Finally!!

2012-01-16T06:53:00.003-05:00

Well, we finally got that shot of snow we've been waiting for. X-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, snowmobiling...it's on! Oh, and the ULTIMATE Glendorn winter experience..MATTRACKS tour!! The gear and guides are ready.. Bundle up and lets have fun in the snow!!

Happy 18th Birthday!

2012-01-01T06:50:00.002-05:00

Mark Jr posing with guides, Shane & Blackie after a fine day of Winter Upland Bird hunting at Glendorn. Mark's father, Mark Sr treated his son to a weekend of Steelhead fishing and Bird Hunting to celebrate his eighteenth birthday. How awesome is that?!! Happy Birthday, Mark!

Patience Pays Off!

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Thirteen-year-old David passed up two smaller bucks in the morning in hopes that he would get a shot at a larger buck. After being placed in his stand by Glendorn guides for his afternoon hunt, his patience paid off when this fine "big woods" eight-pointer came in to within seventy yards, offering a perfect shot. This is David's first PA buck and his Grandfather was right there by his side to cherish the moment. Great job, David!!

Woohoo! Another one!

2011-12-02T17:00:00.003-05:00

This was a very nice buck taken yesterday morning guided by Dave Okerlund and Shane Appleby.

Wow !! Another nice buck !

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This is another very nice buck taken by Brandon guided by Dave Okerlund, Shane Appleby and Damon Newpher !

Congratulations Edith!

2011-12-02T16:31:00.003-05:00

Congratulations to Edith on bagging her big buck Thursday December 1st. She was guided by Dave Okerlund and Shane Appleby . What a nice one !

Guided Buck Hunt

2011-11-29T18:26:00.004-05:00

After two days of solid rain and several nice buck encounters, George Johnson from Bradford, PA was finally able to close the deal on this beautiful "big woods" nine pointer. Glendorn guides, Dave Okerlund and Shane Appleby acompanied George on the hunt. Congrats George!!

Christmas Teas

2011-11-27T09:46:00.003-05:00

We are once again going to be doing our Christmas Teas. This year they will be held December 7, December 14 and December 21 from 2pm - 5pm. Call us now to reserve !

Cast and Blast Excitement !

2011-11-27T09:43:00.004-05:00

Rob and Caroline took advantage of the beautiful fall weather by going on a guided Glendorn upland bird hunt accompanied by Dave and Lukie.

All smiles after landing this beautiful steelhead on the Lake Erie tributaries!

Summer is over, Autumn is here!!

2011-11-06T18:42:00.005-05:00

Another great day of Upland Bird Hunting at Glendorn!

Early Season Drift!

2011-08-04T12:12:00.004-04:00

The above video is footage that was shot by the Glendorn fly team early last Spring while on a guide "scouting mission" float on one of the local area rivers that we guide or guests on. Since this video, the summer fishing here at Glendorn has been nothing but great and we are now getting psyched up for the annual Great Lakes Steelhead run! Wanna float the river? Wanna chase some Steelhead this fall? Contact the fly team here at the Lodge and we'll have you on the water in no time!

Another great fishing experience !

2011-07-28T11:54:00.002-04:00

Look at the size of this fish !

Another spectular 4th of July celebration !

2011-07-03T12:05:00.002-04:00

We had another spectacular 4th of July celebration last night! We kicked off the event by transporting most of our guests down to Bondieu Lake via horse and carriage where they were met with cocktails and fly fishing instruction followed by our famous lakeside dinner complete with music and a bonfire, and concluded with our huge display of fireworks. A good time was had by all !

Fourth of July Spectacular !

2011-06-29T13:16:00.004-04:00

We are gearing up for our 4th of July celebration which will be held Saturday night July 2nd. If you wish to come and celebrate with us, please give us a call as we have limited number of accommodations left.

Summer Solstice celebration at Bondieu

2011-06-23T11:54:00.003-04:00

Rosebud Mining employees and customers enjoying our Summer Solstice Celebration bonfire !

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Summer is a great time to fly fish the Allegheny National Forest region for Native Brook Trout. With the National Forest holding over 700 miles of fishable trout water you don't have to go far to find peace and freedom on a quite brookie stream. Short rods and large terrestrial patterns work best, if you use larger flies it keeps the small fish off the hook. If small stream fishing isn't your cup of tea, the Allegheny River will become fishable, below the Kinzua Dam as the spring rains move out and the summer season moves in. The best way to fish the Allegheny is from a drift boat. We hope to see you on the water this summer season.

2011-05-24T10:41:00.001-04:00

Are you ready for some wild Glendorn fruit while hiking the trails this summer and fall? With blossoms like never before it should be a great season for plucking some of your favorite treats.

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Spring has sprung! Not only does Glendorn have fantastic fly fishing the hiking and horseback riding through our hardwood forests offer great views of the scenic hills of North Western Pennsylvania. The wildflowers are at full bloom on our trails including swamp marigold, red trillium, white trillium, violets and many other varieties. Activities Director, Shane Appleby and Equestrian Director Tanya Okerlund are ready to suggest a great trail for flora and fauna seeking hikers and horseback riders. With the May showers we've been having your sure to see some beautiful June flowers. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Happy Catch!

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With spring comes great opportunity for outdoor fun. For all of our guests that have stayed with us in the past know, Glendorn is well known as being one of the best fly fishing destinations in the United States. Our private waters at the property are teaming with hungry trout and the float trips on the Clarion and Allegheny Rivers surprise our new Fly Fishers with massive trout. Seeing is believing. Join us this spring and try some of our house Orvis gear on some of the best "hidden secret" trout waters out there. Best Fishes.........

Orvis Guide Rendezvous

2011-04-13T16:04:00.002-04:00

Our activities staff just attended the Orvis Endorsed Guide Rendezvous at Orvis’s Sandanona shooting facility in Millbrook, N.Y. It was a great time to connect and network with other guides from our region and product developers from Orvis. We got to see all the new products that are coming out this year and they will be available soon. We had the opportunity to cast the new Superfine Touch rods and they did not disappoint. They are going to be a great addition to Orvis’s small stream rod selection. Another product coming out is the new line of Safe Passage Fishing Packs. They seem to be really well constructed with the anglers needs in mind. We already have some of them in stock in our Fuller Brook Outfitters store. Also, for all of you iPhone users, there is a line of Trout Skin iPhone cases now. They come in brown, brook, and rainbow trout colors. They are a perfect way to dress up that plain phone look and will let everyone else know that you would rather be fishing!

2011-04-05T13:56:00.002-04:00

This spring, we’ll reveal the latest upgrade to our facilities. The estate’s dated kitchen has received a complete overhaul. The challenge was to create better efficiency within the existing space that was practical to meet the everyday requirements and bring a better flow to the kitchen. The work involved was massive: floors, ceilings and walls were removed and replaced and brand new equipment was installed and commissioned within an incredibly tight schedule. See more of our kitchen project at www.facebook.com/thelodgeatglendorn.com The kitchen renovation demonstrates the commitment by the resort’s owner to continually enhance the facilities, service and overall guest experience. The project, a very personal one for Executive Chef Joseph Schafer, allows the restaurant to reach its fullest potential as an unparalleled dining venue. We’re introducing a new, seasonal four course prix fixe menu, and featuring our chef’s tasting menu and wine pairing each evening. We’ve also adapted the pricing of the menu’s to be more proactive to our guests needs and demands, for example, a lighter fare lunch menu priced a la carte. “We are very excited about the new features we can offer our guests,” says Schafer, “including kitchen tours, cooking classes and food and wine events.”

2011-03-07T16:44:00.003-05:00

The Lodge at Glendorn's BISTRO Dinners!

This Wednesday's Bistro Dinner Menu

Starter
Shrimp Bisque
Parsnip

Smoked Pork Belly
Swiss Chard, Watercress, BBQ

Main Course
Strip Loin
Mashed Potato, Braised Short Rib

Poached Salmon
Parsnip Puree, Citrus Braised Belgium Endive, Sorrel

Grilled Chicken
Prosciutto, Sage, Fontina Cheese, Spaetzle

Desserts
Creme Caramel
Orange

Chocolate Cake
Vanilla Ice Cream

New Year's Eve at Glendorn

2011-01-04T12:37:00.003-05:00

Walking (Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Cross Country Skiing and more) in our Winter Wonderland!!

2010-12-28T13:38:00.004-05:00

Winter is just one of our magical seasons here at Glendorn. With our New Year’s Eve Celebration just around the corner, about property our guests are enjoying snowmobiling tours, horse drawn carriage rides, Jeep Mattracks tours and much more.

Visit our website Calendar of Events for a glimpse of the year to come and make plans to attend one of these very special events at The Lodge at Glendorn in 2011.

Upcoming Events
Valentine’s Day Weekend
February 11 – 13
Winter Activity Extravaganza
February 18 – 21

The Free-Reel Deal at Fuller Brook Outfitters

2010-12-14T16:44:00.002-05:00

Still trying to think of that perfect gift? Now through December 27th buy a Helios or Hydros fly rod and get a free Battenkill Large Arbor reel at Glendorn's retail shop, Fuller Brook Outfitters.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Glendorn!!

2010-12-06T13:20:00.005-05:00

The first weekend of December has brought us between six and fourteen inches of snow around the property. As the snow continues to fall, we’re filled with excitement and chatter about the much anticipated winter season.

The Big House is decorated in true Glendorn fashion with twinkling lights, poinsettas, and grand Christmas tree. We’re serving afternoon Christmas Teas daily from 3:00 to 5:00 through December 19th, call 800.843.8568 for reservations.

Winter Activities include:
Snowshoeing
Cross Country Skiing
Ice Skating
Curling
Ice Fishing
Horseback Riding & Sleigh Rides
Snowmobiling
Track tours
Trap and Skeet Shooting

Fall Drifts to Winter

2010-11-23T12:23:00.001-05:00

The last of the Fall's colorful leaves have fallen away from the trees. With the arrival of Winter comes the anticipation of the holiday season and all that it brings to Glendorn. From our family-style Thanksgiving Dinner to traditional Holiday Afternoon Tea Services to a New Year's Eve Celebration complete with fireworks and champagne toast.

We are very excited about our winter activities including curling on Skipper Lake, snowmobiling through the Allegheny National Forest, and snowshoeing to the Hideout for a cozy fireside lunch. Winter at Glendorn is full of fun pastimes for the entire family, and also quiet moments that are perfect for curling up with a book by the warm fire in the comforts of your private cabin or doing a Par Puzzle in the Glendorn Library with a glass of cabernet.

Whether your winter escape involves a romantic getaway for two or a family vacation, Glendorn is the perfect destination.

October!

2010-10-21T15:32:00.005-04:00

October 21, 2010

As fall nears to a close and with Halloween just a little over a week away, we see the remaining dabbles of fall color clinging to the trees and feel a crisp coolness settling into the air around us.
We look to the season ahead, Winter, and all that it brings to Glendorn.
Our Activities Team prepares for both hunting and steelhead fishing seasons, as well as all of the many other activities available to guests. The tree stands are in place, the cross country skiing equipment is trickling in and we’ve even tested the Mattracks on the Jeep.
The Culinary Team celebrates the release of the two Relais & Chateaux cookbooks, 85 Inspirational Chefs and Chefs at Home, which feature recipes from Glendorn’s very own Chef Joe Schafer. We have copies available in the Orvis store.
Around property we have completed the renovation of the Playhouse Conference Center and Loft and Overlook Cabins.

Upcoming Events:
Pumpkin Carving Contest Saturday, October 30
Fall Orvis Days Saturday, November 13
Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 25
Holiday Teas Sunday, December 5 – Sunday, December 19

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The summer season is well on its way. Guests are enjoying skeet shooting, fly fishing, drift boat trips, tennis, swimming, kayaking, canoeing and many other activities.

New Tennis Courts have been installed. Come and see the new multi court system.

It's not too late to enjoy everything summer at Glendorn has to offer. See you soon.

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The 4th of July weekend has past. With every accommodation booked this past weekend we had a great event. The fireworks were better than ever. Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Swimming, Fly Fishing, Skeet Shooting and Jeep Tours were just a few of the activities the guests took part in between Chef Joe's exquisite cuisine. We hope to see you soon at Glendorn.

New Clackacraft Fly Pods on the Clarion River

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Horseback riding at Glendorn has become one of the guests favorite activities to explore the property. Each morning and afternoon guests are encouraged to take trail rides leaving the newly renovated stables area with a great new tack room.
Tanya greets each guest, talks you through some instruction and everyone saddles up for the ride meandering through the trails and scenery of Glendorns hardwood forest.

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Spring time is upon us at Glendorn. The guests have been enjoying the luxury accommodations, gourmet cuisine and the vast array of activities that we are known for.

With spring here the Hideout Cabin is now open for guests to enjoy for overnight reservations or if not reserved a great destination for lunch. The interior of the Hideout is pictured above.

For all nature lovers the wildflowers are in bloom including the Dogwood Trees, (as pictured by the Main Lodge above) wild violets and Trillium's.

Everyone at Glendorn looks forward to seeing you this spring!!!

2010-05-03T10:17:00.002-04:00

The Glendorn Orvis Endorsed Guide team had another great week for trout on the Allegheny and Clarion Rivers. Fuller Brook Outfitters at Glendorn has everything for a great day on the water.

Damon, Brian and Shane want to thank all of our past fishing men and women that have had the opportunity to fish the Clarion, Allegheny and Glendorn rivers and streams with us. Send us an email or give us a call at anytime and we'll answer questions about all of your fly fishing needs within the Allegheny National Forest Region.

We hope to see you on the river soon!

Best Fishes,

Damon

Look at this Healthy Rainbow landed on the Allegheny last week!!!

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2010-04-30T14:27:00.003-04:00

Roasted Chateaubriand with Caramelized Root Vegetables

1 Center Cut Beef Tenderloi
2 Heads of Garlic
2 Parsnips
1 Bunch Baby Carrots
10 Fingerling Potatoes
15 Brussel Sprouts
1 Sprig Thyme
1 Sprig Rosemary
Olive Oil

Rub Beef with Olive Oil and Chopped Herbs. Clean, peel and wash vegetables. Toss with olive oil and whole herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Cut head of garlic in half. Place beef in the center of pan and arrange vegetables and potatoes around beef. Place in 350F oven and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 135F. Let rest 10 minutes. Remove any pan juices and add red wine and a few tabs of butter for light gravy.

Introduction

We are proud to announce our participation in the Relais & Chateaux North American cookbook due out in June 2010. This recipe is featured in the cook at home section of the book. The cookbook can be purchased at Glendorn's Fuller Brook Outfitters during your next stay. Please Enjoy.

Chef Joe....