5 reasons to host your corporate event at Great Bear

This piece is sponsored by Great Bear Ski Valley.

When Justin Howe, president of Howe Inc. was looking for an outdoor venue to host his large team for a picnic, Great Bear Ski Valley became the perfect match.

“The reason we came back again is the service was impeccable the first time around,” Howe said. “So we knew the staff and the facilities were what we were looking for. And the chairlift was the cherry on top for us.”

Watch the full testimony from Justin Howe here.

From corporate retreats to company picnics, here are 5 reasons why Great Bear Ski Valley is the best choice for your next event.

1. On-site catering

With over 20 years of catering experience, Great Bear serves quality food at a reasonable price. Skip the hassle of coordinating a menu with a third-party caterer, and focus on team-building.

Want to make it a party? Great Bear also has an on-site bar offering beer, wine and the option to serve liquor.

Need to coordinate other services? Great Bear has you covered. The organization offers an on-site photographer/videographer, complimentary A/V, golf cart rental and much more.

2. 220 acres of nature

Nothing stimulates the mind like getting out of the office. Retreat to Great Bear’s 220 acres. Break up your strategy sessions with a hike on the park’s 5 miles of nature trails.

The green lawn is a great space for activities. Or if you’re bold enough, hike the ski hill for some quality team-building and exercise.

3. Chairlift rides

Yep, chairlift rides. Great Bear offers clients the option of providing private chairlift rides to their employees and their guests. Now that’s a company picnic people will show up for.

Looking for more fun? Great Bear has a great relationship with area vendors, from inflatables to tents. They’ll help you plan and coordinate the best employee appreciation event.

4. Competitively priced

Whether you are looking for a private space for your executive team to strategize or have 300-plus employees and their family for a picnic, Great Bear is an excellent venue.

From weekday to weekend options, rental rates are accommodating and competitively priced. When you rent The Lodge, you are guaranteed privacy and plenty of room to spread out.

5. Conveniently located

Want to get out of the city without a long drive or having to worry about hotels? Great Bear is just minutes from downtown Sioux Falls and is conveniently located near I-90 and I-229.

If you are looking for somewhere that is scenic and secluded but close to the action, there isn’t a better choice than Great Bear. Plus, there is plenty of parking on-site!

 To learn more about hosting your corporate event at Great Bear, visit here.