This past week we were treated with the presence of Ursula Bahlsen and family and friends who joined her here at EVR to celebrate her 80th birthday.
Ursula Bahlsen and family
On July 9, 2010 Ursula Bahlsen turned 80 years young. Ursula discovered EVR after two friends from Hannover went on a driving trip through BC and discovered EVR and told Ursula about it. Ursula and her oldest son Alex, who is a pilot, flew out to the ranch for lunch in August of 2008 at which time Ursula immediately booked herself for a two week stay at the lodge in September of 2008. After her stay she notified Alex’ wife Elizabeth that she would like her to plan her 80th birthday celebration at EVR in 2010.
There were many ages attending her celebration from 6 to 82, including guests from Hannover, Hamburg and Munich, Germany; guests from Monaco; guests from Alberta and Ontario; and also up from Leesburg, Virginia. 7 out of Ursula’s 12 grandchildren were in attendance. The missing 5 grand children were all in Europe and unable to attend.
Norm and Jacques arrived back from their flight to Nunavut, just in time for the BBQ and marshmallow roasting out at the fire pit. It was the perfect opportunity for the family to catch up outside under the stars while the “kids” (of all ages) shared their s’mores creations.
The following days and nights were filled with a variety of activities offered here at the ranch.
“The entire group of family and friends sincerely thanks Nan and Norm for providing such wonderful hospitality in such a beautiful place. Each and every staff member made our celebration a truly remarkable one and one which we will all treasure. The spa atmosphere and services are world class and believe us when we say that there are a few individuals in this group who are true spa connoisseurs.
As experienced by our group of ages 6 to 82, there is something for everyone at EVR. We had groups horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, going on 4×4 excursions and of course utilizing the wonderful spa services. Dear old Jack and his family of 9 border collies are quite the hit as well keeping the children busy and accompanying guests on their excursions. Of course we were all taken in by those cute little pigs, Charlotte and Tiger.
Alex Bahlsen was busy flying back and forth to Kamloops and Calgary picking up family and friends to join in Ursula's celebration.
Chef Kim dishing up some BBQ classics for Ursula.
Roseman was very excited about roasting marshmallows!
The fire pit was a great place for family to catch up.
Early morning stretches at the Ruesri dat ton classes became a ritual for some in the group.
A day of horseback riding was a natural choice for some as Ursula 's daughter Dagmar is an accomplished equestrian, along with her children, one of whom is even a bull rider!
Others indulged in many hiking excursions.
Yalaporn delighted the Bahlsen's with her Thai dancing.
...then it was every one else 's turn to try!
How many people that you know spend their 80th birthday on a 4x4 excursion and gold panning?
...followed by a gourmet dinner and birthday cake!
Even the young ones were dressed up for the occasion!
Champagne on the patio
...Hubertus and Loitzel discussing attire 
Alex and Elizabeth
fly fishing
mountain biking
horseshoes
Thank you to Ursula, Alex, Elizabeth, Dagmar, Hubertus and the rest of the Bahlsen family for sharing your celebration with our family here at EVR!
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