Lime Rock Park
(4 1/2 miles from Interlaken)

One of the most unusual tracks in the U.S., and the popular site for Skip Barber Racing School races, Lime Rock Park is a 1.53-mile road course with professional and amateur road racing, car shows and antique auto festivals. Opened in 1957 by Jim Vaill, Lime Rock Park hosts major professional races on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

Pro races make up a very small part of the Lime Rock Park Schedule. Generally there are one or two SCCA National races and a large number of SCCA regionals occurring at the track during the course of a year. In addition, there are a large number of Club Dates put on by organizations such as the Porsche Club of America, the BMW Car Club of America, Aston Martin Owners Club, Jaguar Owners Club, Audi Quattro Club USA, Vintage Sports Car Club Of America (VSCCA), Ferrari Club of America and more.

Tthe East Coast headquarters of the Skip Barber Racing School is located nearby in Lakeville, and Lime Rock Park is one of the most popular sites for Skip Barber schools and races.

Visit Lime Rock Park - a brief history of racing at Lime Rock.

Skip Barber Racing School LLC
(3 miles from Interlaken)

In 1975, race car driver Skip Barber first opened his fully integrated system of racing and driving schools, racing championships, corporate events and special projects. Since 1983, the Skip Barber Racing School has trained more than one-third of all Indy 500 competitors and one-fourth of the current NASCAR Sprint Cup field. The company routinely operates its driving school at the nearby Lime Rock Park.

In addition to the Skip Barber Racing School -- held at more than 20 of the finest race tracks -- and the Skip Barber Driving School (five locations), the company owns and operates six prestigious open-wheel, equal-car racing championships -- five for amateur drivers, one for professional competitors. The Skip Barber Racing School Corporate Events division creates and conducts custom programs using Skip Barber assets, from Porsches and BMWs to Mazda MX-5 Cup and open-wheel Formula Skip Barber racecars. The innovative OEM Group serves the automotive industry with a wide variety of unique, specialized skills.

Skip Barber Racing School LLC
29 Brook Street
Lakeville, CT 06039
800-221-1131, tel.
www.skipbarber.com

Endurance Karting

Imagine charging into the esses at full chat, tires on the edge, squealing their discontent in the midst of a tight pack of other racers. Your machine is responding like lightning, first into the right-hander, then instantly back to the left, a nick of the curbing and through the final, sweeping right onto the next straight, gaining on your nearest opponent.

Patterned after endurance sports car racing like the 24 Hours of LeMans, the Daytona Rolex 24 and the Sebring 12 Hours of Endurance, this form of motor sports has taken root and grown all over the European continent.

Now I have brought this inexpensive type of racing to the United States in the form of EnduranceKarting.com.

Endurance Karting is designed to allow somebody with nothing except the yen to race a motor vehicle at its limits against other racers, to arrive at any one of the various scheduled event locations across the United States, pay a small fee and do just that.

Fly Fishing - Housatonic Outfitters

True sportmanship required! Fly Fishing on the Housatonic has enjoyed a permanent place in the folklore of the hills here. From the banks of Norman Rockwell's beloved Housatonic, the Outfitters afford us the opportunity to relive the splendor and tranquility of the ageless pastime.

If there was a single activity that could bring a person to their senses, this may be it. From complete outfitting of gear and equipment, through group or individual instruction, this unique sport is gaining immense popularity. Both relaxing and challenging, this activity is suited for 'power thinking', when you feel the need to put issues into perspective, or you need to give wing to ideas.

The Housatonic Outfitters will tailor various activities to your parameters, and will provide a turn-key program that is handled by their professionals, from the time that they arrive here to transport your group away, to the time they are delivered back.

Golf Instruction - Golden Wings Golf

The Interlaken Inn is the home of Golden Wings Golf - the most aggressive golf instruction group in the US. If "Golf is Life" sums up at least a portion of your life, take advantage of our new association with Golden Wings Golf. Have a complete video analysis of your swing -- with a complete audio-video record of the session.

Staffed by a certified professional through the Professional Golf Teachers & Coaches of America, Joseph Lane has also served as an associate instructor for their national certification school. Joe has also taught PGA professionals about the art of using advanced video systems and techniques for their training.

Programs can be tailored for your group, and can be matched to the time parameters of your itinerary. This is one terrific program that we can offer your group, and we're sure that you'll appreciate the convenience of having this facility on property.

Housatonic Anglers

Welcome to Northwest Connecticut and to some of the best trout and smallmouth bass fishing in New England. Housatonic Anglers, since 1993, is a fly fishing guide service that provides anglers of all abilities with patient, insightful instruction. Their primary goal is that you have fun and that you leave as a more knowledgeable angler.

Canoeing, kayaking - Clarke Outdoors

Canoe and kayak the best waters of CT - Paddle a ten mile section of the beautiful Housatonic River in scenic Northwestern Connecticut. This section is a mixture of moving flatwater and easy whitewater and is suitable for novice paddlers.

The famous Covered Bridge in West Cornwall marks the halfway point, and makes a river canoeing or kayaking trip more memorable. You may stop at one of the many scenic spots along the river. Choose rafting, kayaking or canoeing and journey down a 10 mile section of the Housatonic River. Come to our shop in the morning and a van will take you to Falls Village. When you've completed your journey 10 miles downstream at Housatonic Meadows Picnic Area we'll pick you up and bring you back to our shop.

Shooting School - Orvis Sandanona Shooting Grounds

The Orvis Shooting School was the first of its kind offered in the United States, and for over twenty-five years has offered shooters the finest wingshooting instruction available anywhere in the world. Based on the English Churchill method, their instinctive approach to shotgunning offers both the novice and the seasoned veteran a complete shooting system that can be used for upland and waterfowl hunting and sporting clays.

Orvis Sandanona provides the ideal outdoor environment for corporate recreation. In fact, many top firms have made Sandanona their first choice when seeking to generate corporate unity, bolster morale and enjoy a respite from the daily office routine. They furnish the vital amenities that will ensure that your time at Sandanona is productive and memorable.

Sports Domain

The Sports Domain is located in Winsted, CT. They offer programs in every sport as well as a complete fitness center. You can choose between getting private golf instruction, attending a yoga class, playing soccer, baseball, lacrosse, flag football, field hockey, and/or volleyball. No matter rain or shine, this state of the art sporting facility and clubhouse are completely indoors.

For more, visit their website: www.thesportsdomain.com