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High and dry • Lead King Basin has greened up a bit, but fire officials still urge caution in the high country – and everywhere else too
Labor Day Art Show page 3
• Time to train for the Lead King Loop on Sept. 16
Redstone’s 4th page 5
Johnny O. Band /Team Fox page 7
Redstone Rally wrap up page 15 Blue sky overlooks Geneva Lake on a beautiful summer day in Lead King Basin.
Be Bear Aware page 21
Photo by Alyssa Ohnmacht
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L E T T E R S Write us a letter! The Echo welcomes your input, opinions, thanks and whatever else you’d like to share with your fellow readers, provided it’s written in a respectful, civil way. (Please, no unsubstantiated attacks, etc.) Please shoot for 500 words or less. The Echo reserves the right to edit and proofread letters. Send your words to The Crystal Valley Echo, echo@crystalvalleyecho.com, or 274 Redstone Blvd., Redstone, CO 81623. Thanks. Thank you from Thunder River Theatre Company Dear Echo: The Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC) thanks its board and theater goers for their support as the company strives for continued excellence. Nothing matters if you do not have people attending the productions. The company also thanks all of those talented professional theater artists in the valley who have worked with TRTC. They maintain the professional standard, work ethic, discipline and excellence that TRTC's discerning audiences have come to expect from their homegrown professional theater. Learn more about this award-winning theater company at thunderrivertheatre.com. Lon Winston Director, Thunder River Theatre Company Carbondale
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Contributors to this issue of The Crystal Valley Echo: Danielle Murray, Lon Winson, Hospice of the Valley, Ernie Bradley, Bettie Lou Gilbert, Betty Bradley, George Newman, Pitkin County, Bruce Gledhill, Julie Kolar, Redstone Historic Society, Mary Dorais, Kent Bradley, Kate Lokken, Tom and Kay Williams, Sandy Kaplan, Kelsy Been, Sarah Johnson, Marble Charter School students and staff The Crystal Valley Echo is published monthly, and is distributed throughout the entire Crystal Valley. Home delivery is available for many locations throughout the valley. Newspaper box locations: Carbondale City Market (inside) • Village Smithy Carbondale Post Office • Dos Gringos • Red Rock Diner Redstone General Store • Marble Charter School The Echo is also available at businesses from El Jebel to Glenwood Springs and throughout the Crystal Valley.
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RAF Labor Day Weekend Art Show: ‘Favorite artists’ and ‘a few new faces’ By Carrie Click, Echo editor The big white tent doesn’t just magically appear on the Redstone Inn lawn, nor does all the artwork get hung, refreshments get prepared, and artists get properly organized and set up for the Redstone Art Foundation (RAF) Labor Day Weekend Art Show. Now in its 17th year, the show is being held from Aug. 31 to Sept. 3. A dedicated team of volunteers work for months, meeting together, creating committees, and making sure all the details are in place to bring the Labor Day Alabaster sculptor Jeremy Russell, standing with his sculpWeekend Art Show to Redstone every year (see box). ture “Freedom Eagle,” is from New Castle. He is exhibiting This year, 36 artists, representing the equivalent of his work for the first time at the Redstone Labor Day Art Photo courtesy of RAF about a third of Redstone’s entire population, will Show this year. converge on the Redstone Inn’s lawn to exhibit a sampling of their best The event attracts art lovers to work. view and purchase art, speak to parArt show schedule Out of those 36 artists, nine are ticipating artists, watch artists cre• Redstone Inn lawn from Redstone; two are from ate their work in the demonstration • Friday, Aug. 31: 6-8 p.m. Marble; 12 are from Carbondale; area, and participate in one of the Opening night includes four are from Glenwood; and two short, free workshops offered music by Michael Farrell are from New Castle. One artist each through the weekend. • Saturday and Sunday, comes from Paonia, Rifle, Eckert, “There will be demonstrations in Sept. 1-2: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cedaredge, and Littleton. Two are photography, fused glass, basket • Labor Day Monday, artists are from Tucson. making, acrylic painting, sculptured Sept. 3: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. “The Redstone Art Foundation is tapestries using a speed needle, excited to invite some of our favorite gouache, watercolor, and wall artists back this year and are eagerly sculpture,” Betty said. anticipating a few new faces,” said RAF President For this art show, parents don’t need to find a Betty Bradley. “Throughout the weekend there will be babysitter for their children before heading off to see free demonstrations and some hands-on activities, the multiple exhibits. The RAF has designed a kidincluding for the kids.” friendly event that encourages youth participation. “The children will enjoy working with clay, listening to an adventure story and then making their own The people behind the scenes rock doll, and two classes in watercolor,” said Betty. This year’s volunteers for the Redstone Art In addition, local award-winning author Mary Foundation’s art show include but are not limitStanaszek will be signing her children’s book ed to Barb Albin, Betty Bradley, Betty Daniels, “Jennifer, Lennifer Alphabet Soup” at the opening Pam Darnell, Lisa Dupre, Steve Legersky, Chuck reception on Friday evening, Aug. 31. Logan, Ann Martin, Cathy Montgomery, Dick Profits from the show go to a scholarship each year Simpson, Pam Wadsworth, Steve Pitner, Tom for a Roaring Fork High School senior who will be Williams, Claudine Pitner, and Joyce Preston. continuing his or her education in the field of art.
For more information, or to volunteer to help, cal show chairman Chuck Logan at 963-2310, RAF President Betty Bradley at 704-9963, or log onto redstoneartfoundation.org. Redstone Art Show participating artists Karen Alldredge • Handwoven baskets Lynne Anderson • Raku Ida Burnaman • Pastels/oils Suzanne Clarke • Clay sculpture Barbara Courtney • Oil painting Jim Cox • Etching Megan Crawford • Painted feathers/clamshells Jan Cross • Yard art, wall decorations Anthony Erickson • Turned wood Elizabeth Eschenroeder • Sand-blasted glass Bob Gracia • Oil painting Brigitta Heller • Fiber art Jim Hontz • Photography Sue Hontz • Oil/acrylic paintings, photo prints Robert Kausch • Photography Noemi Kosmowski • Oil painting Kris Kosmowski • Acrylic painting Stephen Legersky • Gouache Jan Legersky • Functional pottery Roberta McGowan • Photography Sean McWilliams • Ironwork Charlene Miller • Jewelry Judy Milne • Pastel/watercolor prints, cards David Moore • Wood turning Carol Murphy • Watercolor/pastel prints Lindy Palmer • Watercolor Amber Palochak • Wall sculpture/painting Jeremy Russell • Alabaster stone sculpture Kyle Samuelson • Oil painting Dee Shea • Found objects Mark Simpkins • Oil painting Barbara Sophia • Egg tempera/fabric art/jewelry Ron Sorter • Mixed media Roberta Stokes • Acrylic painting Dawn Sudmeier • Fused glass art/jewelry Pam Wadsworth • Jewelry
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With “Who We Are," our objective is to give community members better connections and familiarity with each other.
Marble Age: 24 Occupation: Server at Slow Groovin BBQ and ice cream scooper at the Redstone General Store. Where do you live? Hermit's Hideaway in Marble. Birthplace: Stoughton, Wisconsin When did you move to the Crystal Valley and why? I moved to Marble in March of 2011. I moved here to be with my boyfriend Tyler.
What three things would you like people to know about you? 1) I am a huge Wisconsin Badger and Green Bay Packer fan! 2) I love to skydive. 3) I hope in the future to own my own business here in the Crystal Valley. Which living person do you most admire? My mother is the person who I admire the most. She is the most honest, loving, unselfish person I know. What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Live your life to the fullest. What's your favorite thing to do in the Crystal Valley? I love to be doing just about anything outside. Disc golfing and hiking are two of my favorites.
Who are you? Would you like others to know who you are and what you’re about? Or do you know someone who lives and/or works in the Crystal Valley who would make an interesting Who We Are subject? Let us know by contacting the Echo at cve@crystalvalleyecho.com, or call 963-2373.
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YOUR CALENDAR FOR GOINGS ON IN AND AROUND THE CRYSTAL RIVER VALLEY Help the Echo’s calendar grow; let us know. Send event items to echo@crystalvalleyecho.com by the 15th of the preceding month. Be sure to include the five Ws (who, what, when, why and where); contact info, cost and anything else you think readers need to know.
• July 29-Aug. 5: The final session of MARBLE/marble Symposium XXIV wraps up for the summer. The symposium attracts sculptors of all levels to carve marble in Marble; near The Marble Gallery on the Crystal River. marbleinst.org, 303-297-1429. • July 30-Aug. 8: Coal Basin Road is closed for a culvert installation. Work expected to be completed by Aug. 22. • Aug. 2: 1-3 p.m. Time to recycle in Redstone. In front of the Church at Redstone, Redstone Boulevard. • Aug. 2: 6 p.m. “Centennial Statehouse: Colorado’s Greatest Treasure,” screens at the Redstone Castle. Proceeds help support Colorado’s Most Endangered Places Program and the Share in the Care campaign to restore the state capitol dome. $10. 303-8934260, shareinthecarecolorado.org/. • Aug. 2: 7 p.m. Town of Marble Board of Trustees meeting at Fellowship Hall at the Marble Community Church. • Aug. 3: Nominations are due for Pitkin County Cares awards for outstanding volunteers to be honored at the 2012 Pitkin County Cares Volunteer Service Awards. Citizens are invited to submit nominations for people who are making a difference in the community. Forms available online at aspenpitkin.com or by contacting Pat Bingham at 920-5204, pat.bingham@co.pitkin.co.us. • Aug. 3: 5-8 p.m. At First Fridays – Carbondale’s celebration of the arts, shopping, dining and music – galleries and shops stay open late and restaurants run specials. For more info on First Fridays, go to carbondalecolorado.com, 963-1890. • Aug. 3: 5:30-7 p.m. The Valley Divas meet at Konnyakus in Carbondale. Valerie Gilliam talks about the mortgage business, Janice Carson shares information about her Barter Network, and a rep from Aloha Mountain Cyclery discusses women-specific needs and fits. $10/person includes drink and app. Go to facebook.com/valleydivasroaringfork. • Aug. 3: Fresh Fridays Farmers’ Market and Wine Tastings run every Friday through the summer on the lawn at the Redstone Company Store, adjacent to the Redstone Inn. 117 Redstone Blvd., Redstone. 963-3408, redstonecompanystore.com. • Aug. 4: 9-11:30 a.m. Free Family Exploration at Filoha. Explore beaver ponds, learn about the local bat population, learn about larger animals who live around Filoha, and go on a scavenger hunt. Appropriate for families with children of all ages and their parents. Tour happens rain or shine. Registration required; contact 927-1290, roaringfork.org. • Aug. 4: 6 p.m. Magical Moments summer concert series is at The Crystal Club with Los Jefes, Manuel, Dario, Rafa and Chico. Free. 467 Redstone Blvd., Redstone. 963-8240. • Aug. 5: The Redstone Inn has Sunday Brunch today. 963-2526. • Aug. 5: 4-7 p.m. The Crystal Club presents the Johnny O. Band in a benefit for Team Fox for Parkinson’s research hosted by 15year-old Redstone resident Olivia Savard. 467 Redstone Blvd, Redstone. 963-2373, 963-9616 for tickets and info. • Aug. 7: 10 a.m. Redstone Community Association meets at the Redstone Inn. Learn about upcoming Redstone events, and help plan for them. redstonecolorado.com. • Aug. 7: 10 a.m. Garfield County Libraries’ Summer Reading Program presents a bonus interactive music program at Carbondale Town Hall, featuring Gordon Cooper Branch Library’s youth services librarian and award-winning children’s musician Sue Schnitzer. Free. 963-2889, gcpld.org. • Aug. 8: 9-11:30 a.m. Free Family Exploration at Filoha. Explore beaver ponds, learn about the local bat population, learn about larger animals who live around Filoha, and go on a scavenger hunt. Appropriate for families with children of all ages and their parents. Tour happens rain or shine. Registration required; contact 927-1290, roaringfork.org. • Aug. 9: "Take Your Life Back From Breast Cancer: A 10-Week Program for Women in Breast Cancer Treatment or Survivorship" begins today. Registration is required two days prior. Contact 925-1226, lindsay@pathfindersforcancer.org. • Aug. 10: Fresh Fridays Farmers’ Market and Wine Tastings run every Friday through the summer on the lawn at the Redstone Company Store, adjacent to the Redstone Inn. 117 Redstone Blvd., Redstone. 963-3408, redstonecompanystore.com.
• Aug: 11: 6 p.m. Magical Moments summer concert series is at Redstone Park on the Boulevard with Sticky Mulligan. Free. 9638240. • Aug. 14: 4 p.m. A groundbreaking ceremony is being held at the site of the new Carbondale Branch Library at the corner of Sopris Avenue and Third Street. The public is welcome to attend. Reception to follow with refreshments and plans of the new library available for viewing. 963-2889. • Aug. 15: Deadline to submit historic materials to Esse Design for the Elk Park restoration project. Contact Julie Kolar at 925-9578, julie@essedesign.net. • Aug. 16: 1-3 p.m. Time to recycle in Redstone. In front of the Church at Redstone, Redstone Boulevard. • Aug. 17: Fresh Fridays Farmers’ Market and Wine Tastings run every Friday through the summer on the lawn at the Redstone Company Store, adjacent to the Redstone Inn. 117 Redstone Blvd., Redstone. 963-3408, redstonecompanystore.com. • Aug. 18: 1-3 p.m. Bertie Marah will conduct a watercolor demonstration at the Redstone Art Center on the Boulevard. • Aug. 18: 4-10 p.m. Johnny O. Band performs at the KDNK Blues & BBQ at the Fourth Street Plaza, downtown Carbondale. kdnk.org. • Aug. 19: 10 a.m. Back lawn concert and BBQ at the Church at Redstone on the Boulevard. 963-0326. • Aug. 24: Fresh Fridays Farmers’ Market and Wine Tastings run every Friday through the summer on the lawn at the Redstone Company Store, adjacent to the Redstone Inn. 117 Redstone Blvd., Redstone. 963-3408, redstonecompanystore.com. • Aug. 25: 3 p.m. “Cowboy & Cowgirl Golf,” a fundraiser to benefit Hospice of the Valley, which serves the Crystal Valley, is at the Dellenbach Ranch outside Basalt. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. $125/golf, $100/dinner only. 927-6650, info@hchotv.org. • Aug 25: 6 p.m. Magical Moments summer concert series is at Redstone Park with Larry Good, Doug Whitney and Paul Valentine. Free. 963-8240. • Aug 27: School starts at Marble Charter School • Aug. 30: The Redstone Inn hosts BINGO. 963-2526. • Aug. 31: Fresh Fridays Farmers’ Market and Wine Tastings runs every Friday through the summer on the lawn at the Redstone Company Store, adjacent to the Redstone Inn. 117 Redstone Blvd., Redstone. 963-3408, redstonecompanystore.com. • Aug. 31-Sept. 3: Redstone Art Foundation Labor Day Weekend Art Show starts at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 31 with an opening reception and runs through Sunday, Sept. 3 at 4 p.m. Go to redstoneartfoundation.org for details and see the story about the event in this issue of the Echo.
ONGOING • Get ready for the chip-and-seal paving project on Redstone Boulevard in August. Should take about two weeks; contact 9205390 with questions. • Guided tours of the historic Redstone Castle are daily at 1:30 p.m. during the summer. Visit the baronial home of Redstone’s founder, John Cleveland Osgood. Tickets are available at Tiffany of Redstone and the Redstone General Store. $15/adults, $10/seniors/children, free for kids under 5 years. 963-9656 or redstonecastle.us. • Take a horse-drawn carriage ride around Redstone. $25/person. 963-2526, redstoneinn.com. • The Marble Hub is open seven days a week during the summer from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 105 W. Main St., Marble. • Pilates in Redstone is on Monday and Thursday mornings; 8-9 a.m. is advanced; 9:30-10:30 a.m. is beginner; and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. is for all levels. Everyone welcome, at the Redstone Inn. $10 fee, punch passes available. Dress comfortably and bring a mat. 704-1843. • The Gordon Cooper Library in Carbondale has Story Time sessions for all ages of children, art classes, and more. 76. S. Fourth St., Carbondale. Call 963-2889 for more info.
• A drop-in, uninstructed figure drawing session is held every Monday from 7-9 p.m. at the Third Street Center, 520 S. Third, Suite 9, Carbondale. No cost but there is a model’s fee and attendees need to bring supplies and easels. 963-1680 • Total Body Fitness schedule in Redstone is Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30-10:30 a.m., at the Church at Redstone on the Boulevard. Have a two-hour body experience: Sculpt your figure with low impact to burn body fat, weight-bearing exercises to strengthen and breathing and mindful stretching for flexibility and body/mind awareness. Free to the community. All abilities welcome. Since 1995. Personal training available. Instructor: Lisa Wagner, 963-8240. • Zumba Gold, dancing lessons for seniors, with professional Latin dance instructor Paula Valenti meets on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. seniorsmatter.org. • HEARTBEAT – support for survivors after suicide – meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 824 Cooper St. (the Bethel Chapel entrance), Glenwood. Call Pam Szedelyi, 945-1398, or pamsz@sopris.net. • Want to be "In Stitches"? Every first, third and sometimes fifth Wednesday, bring the stitches (knit, crochet, needlepoint etc.) of your choice to the Redstone Inn Library Room from 4-6 p.m. Beginner to advanced. Call Kay Bell, 963-9811, or Mary Dorais, 963-3862. • The Aspen Art Museum is partnering with the Gordon Cooper Branch Library, 76 S. Fourth St. in Carbondale, to offer Story Art, a free children’s program that combines learning to read with making art. Story Art is held on the first Thursday of every month from 3:45-4:45 p.m. Registration recommended. 963-2889. • Recycling in Redstone is on the first and third Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m. Bring your cardboard, glass, plastic, newspapers, magazines, aluminum, steel cans and office paper to the Pitkin County bin parked adjacent to the Church at Redstone, Redstone Boulevard. • Zingers, a group of seniors who sing all over the Roaring Fork Valley, meet at 2 p.m. every Thursday with Betsy Schenck for practice at Seniors Matter, in Room 33 at the Third Street Center, 520 S. Third St., Carbondale; seniorsmatter.org. • AA in Redstone is every Thursday at 7 p.m. This is a closed step discussion meeting at the Church at Redstone on the Boulevard. Men and women welcome. • One Moment, a local support group for bereaved parents who have experienced pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or early infant loss meets on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Marcia Viallarreal and Amanda Emerson-Burger lead the group, and bring their experience in pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and motherhood. Meetings are held at the Glenwood Insurance Agency, 1605 Grand Ave., Glenwood. Free. 963-7110, 379-5387, one-moment.org. • Painting with Expression and Creativity, an art class for seniors, meets on Fridays from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Third Street Center in Carbondale with instructor Gerry Michel. 963-2536, 948-7033. • Carbondale Recreation offers classes and programs for a range of activities for kids and adults. 704-4190, carbondalerec.com. • Get help: Crystal Valley residents living in Pitkin County (that’s you, Redstonians), are encouraged by the Aspen Counseling Center to pick up the phone if you are in an emotional crisis and need to talk to a trained professional. Don’t wait. Call 920-5555.
UPCOMING • Sept. 16: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Lead King Loop charity races include a 25k, 12.5k and a kids’ 1.25 mile events. Race, run or hike. Lots of swag, awards, support, refreshments and more. Registration starts at $20 for kids to $75 for the 25K. Proceeds benefit Marble schools. Go to leadkingloop25k for more info and to register. • Oct. 6: 8:15 a.m. Glenwood Canyon Shuffle Race for Literacy; half-marathon and 5k race, all ages and abilities welcome. No Name rest area, Exit 119 on Interstate 70, east of Glenwood Springs. 945-5282, mariacjacobi@aol.com.
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TRTC receives Colorado Theatre Guild’s outstanding regional theater award
Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC) has won the Colorado Theatre Guild's special Henry award for the Outstanding Regional Theater of the year. For the first 11 years of TRTC's existence, its theater home was an 18-wheeler. The group would perform wherever they could in the Roaring Fork Valley. In 2004, TRTC's capital campaign raised $1.25 million, helping to build their theater building in Carbondale in 2005. TRTC is preparing for its 18th season, which will include Eugene O’Neill’s "Long Day’s Journey into Night." TRTC has many free outreach programs such as the new play development series that supports promising playwrights, literary nights, educational outreach and a Latino theater initiative. TRTC also partners with the Roaring Fork Cultural Council, bringing distinguished luminaries to the theater to speak, including Madeleine Albright and Thomas Friedman. TRTC's successful after-school programs and summer drama camps award many scholarships. Most recently, TRTC's Valerie Haugen developed the highly successful Karen Chamberlain Poetry Festival, attracting well known poets from around the country. Reduced ticket prices for teachers and students are offered for all productions. TRTC donates hundreds of tickets to nonprofits each year for their fundraising efforts. TRTC’s continuing desire is to help in the economic development of Carbondale.
- Lon Winston, Thunder River Theatre Company
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Studio & Gallery AUGUST GALLERY EVENTS: PLEIN AIR PAINTING outside the gallery for public entertainment and the camaraderie of the painters Sunday, August 5th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm. • FREE TIPS TO TAKE “BETTER THAN GOOD” PICTURES with gallery artist Bob Boylan August 11 • 10:30, Noon and 1:30 • FREE These one hour workshops will cover a variety of topics to help you become a better photographer. FLOWERS: When and how to shoot. LANDSCAPES: When to shoot, panoramas, forest scenes, waterfalls, sunsets and streams. CALL OUR GALLERY TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN THE WORKSHOPS We are the new gallery in Marble, offering new, creative, hands-on experiences. Come play with us and help make our art activities a success.
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Jamming for a cure Team Fox MVP fundraiser Olivia Savard is at it again By Carrie Click
Get ready for the blues with the Johnny O. Band
What: Johnny O. Band Fifteen-year-old Olivia Savard of Redstone was a fairly When: 4-7 p.m., Aug. 5 atypical participant at the Team Fox Most Valuable People Where: The Crystal Club, 467 Redstone Awards Dinner Blvd., Redstone held in New Why: Redstone’s 15-year-old Olivia Savard is York City on April 20 that she raising money for Team Fox, part of the attended with Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s her mom, Alyssa Research, to find a cure for PD. Ohnmacht. Tickets: $15, available at The Crystal Club or Alyssa is the by calling 963-2373 or 963-9616. publisher of The What else: Be sure to bring some funds for Crystal Valley the silent auction and dunk tank. Echo. Team Fox is a $3,000 a year for the organizagrassroots fundraising arm of the Michael J. Fox tion are invited to a special Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Individuals awards dinner, which includes Olivia Savard of Redstone took her first trip to New York around the world join Team Fox to produce an afternoon roundtable with City in April after being invited to a Most Valuable People fundraising events in their communities that doctors and researchers about Awards Dinner for Team Fox. Olivia was one of the top raise funds for Parkinson’s disease research. PD, and dinner with Michael J. fundraisers for the organization last year, which raises “For one, there were a lot more people in Fox, who suffers from the dis- money for Parkinson's research. that room than live in Redstone!” said Olivia ease and started the foundaPhoto by Alyssa Ohnmacht recently of the approximate 300 people at the tion in 2000. Olivia raised $5,000 in 2011, which prompted her invitation. event. “And also, besides another kid named Olivia said she became interested in finding a cure for PD because her late step grandJake from New Jersey who’s 13, I was the father, Grandpa Bob Olander, suffered from its effects for years. After he died in 2011, “it The Johnny O. Band will play the blues youngest person there by a long shot.” gave me new inspiration to help find a cure,” she said. for a good cause on Aug. 5 at The Crystal Parkinson’s, or PD, is a progressive disorder Although a few people attending the dinner had amassed enormous sums of money through Club. John "Johnny O." Ohnmacht is of the nervous system that causes tremors, balmajor fundraisers, Olivia said she was acknowledged for her work right along with them. Olivia Savard's uncle and is helping her ance problems and irregular movements by “One man had raised $500,000,” she said, “but I figured I did pretty good for a little raise money for Parkinson's research. those who suffer from it. town. Everyone there was pretty amazed I was able to raise $5,000 in such a small place.” Photo courtesy of John Ohnmacht Team Fox members who raise a minimum of
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Johnny O. Band on Aug. 5 Now, Olivia is at it again, producing another fundraising concert for Team Fox. She’s elicited help from her uncle, John Ohnmacht of the award-winning Johnny O. Band. Dave Kirby of the Boulder Weekly calls John’s band "slightly dangerous Chicago-meets-Big Easy hybrid blues-funk.” The band plays The Crystal Club on Aug. 5 (see box). Besides accolades from Boulder, The Johnny O. Band is a local favorite. John was born and raised in the Roaring Fork Valley, and now heads up his bluesy funk jam band out of Boulder. Expect danceable blues, rock, funk and soul at this event. Proceeds from the concert and silent auction go to Team Fox, and will help Olivia reach her Team Fox fundraising goals. “My year-long goal is to raise $100 for every year-round resident of Redstone,” she said. “We figure that’s about $9,700. So for this concert, we want to raise as much as we can.”
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BASALT – Hospice of the Valley, which serves the Crystal River Valley, is holding a fundraiser on Aug. 25 at the Dallenbach Ranch just outside of Basalt. “We’re the only nonprofit provider of hospice in the valley,” said Executive Director Markey Butler, which is “We serve anyone who needs care regardless of their ability to pay. This helps keep hospice services available to our community.” Alpine Bank and Wally and Peppy Dallenbach are the presenting sponsors for the second annual “Cowboy & Cowgirl Golf,” an event that invites golfers, non-golfers, and those of all ages and abilities to smack golf balls around a golf course set around the Dallenbach Ranch. Ken Everett, golf pro at the Snowmass Club, designed the course layout that will lead golfers around the ranch’s stunning views and challenging terrain. “This is not your typical golf outing,” said Mary Gould, the event’s chairwoman. “We have abandoned all golf etiquette rules, so leave your clubs, golf shoes, and polo shirt at home, grab your cowboy garb, and come help us raise money for Hospice of the Valley.” All proceeds from the event, including silent auction items, go directly towards providing hospice services in the community. The event is also listed on causes.com, one of the largest applications on Facebook, which allows hospice supporters to create a birthday, anniversary, or memorial wish in honor of hospice. Hospice of the Valley provides comfort and support to those facing advanced illness in the Roaring Fork, Colorado, Crystal, and Eagle River valleys. For more information on the event, sponsorship opportunities, or to RSVP, visit hchotv.org, contact 927-6650, or info@hchotv.org. Tickets are $125 for golf and dinner or $100 for dinner only. Golf starts at 3 p.m. and cocktails begin at 5 p.m.
– Hospice of the Valley
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Small wildfire above Redstone contained quickly By Sue McEvoy, Echo staff editor
On June 29, a lone hiker in the upper Hawk Creek drainage above Redstone noticed some trees on fire. He returned to town to call 9-1-1 at 12:30 p.m. According to Carbondale Fire Chief Ron Leach, Carbondale & Rural Fire Protection District (CRFPD) contacted the Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit (UCR) in Grand Junction. They dispatched a reconnaissance aircraft and at 2:30 p.m., four US Forest Service (USFS) smokejumpers jumped on the fire with their gear. The fire was contained that same day. The firefighters spent the night to make sure the fire was out and hiked out the next day. Meanwhile, a helicopter picked up their gear at the contained fire’s location and unloaded it in the Crystal River Park subdivision. “There were chainsaws and 80-pound packs that the guys didn’t need to carry out with them and the helicopter couldn’t land up there to take the guys out,” explained Ron. “They cut down the two Ponderosa pines at about 9,000 feet between East Creek and Hawk Creek. Crystal River Park resident Tom Kenney was in the meadow on June 30 between 5 and 5:30 p.m. He helped a crew of Hot Shots unload the smokejumpers’ gear out of the helicopter in the meadow.
Marble roofer Terry Patten loses house to fire Citizens help prevent a wildfire from starting in surrounding forest By Sue McEvoy, Echo staff writer
On July 6, the home of longtime Marble roofer Terry Patten caught fire. According to the Carbondale Fire Chief Ron Leach, who is also a Marble resident, the call came into the station at 1:43 p.m. Ron and Marble resident and firefighter Jim Aarts were on the first fire truck to respond. “What we saw was a heavy column of smoke coming up out of the forest as we were responding from the Marble Fire Station,” Ron said of Terry’s house, which is located at 84 Panorama Drive in Hermit’s Hideaway. “It was a very scary sight given the danger in the area these days. This fire was a clear threat to the community. The response time was 12 minutes and eventually included two fire engines from Marble, one water tanker and engine from Redstone, one water tanker and engine from Carbondale, and 20 firefighters. The house is a total loss. Terry was working on a roof on a neighboring house, and was able to get to his home quickly and open a back door to allow his pet cats to escape. Ron said when the fire truck arrived on the scene, the immediate objective was to contain the fire and not let it spread into the surrounding forest. When the tanker trucks arrived, a water supply was set up using Island Lake, the small reservoir below the subdivision. Two firefighters were left on the scene overnight to observe the smoldering fire and to prevent flare-ups. “I give a lot of credit to the neighbors and citizens who were going through the forest around the fire and putting out embers, keeping the fire from spreading,” Ron said. “I attribute their work for preventing a destructive wildfire in the Marble area that day.” The fire was completely contained the next day when the department used a track hoe to expose the burned materials and then wet them down. “Our concerns and the whole community’s concerns are for Terry,” said Ron. “He is the one who lost everything here. This story is not about the fire department; it is about one of our neighbors who lost his house.”
“Redstone was never threatened by this fire,” said Ron. “It was really a pretty minor event but the thing I want to highlight was the quick response by the USFS and CRFPD. Both agencies worked well together and shared information. The smokejumpers were on this fire the same afternoon that it was reported.” The fire, known as the Diamond fire, has the official designation WRF-293. To see the exact location go to wildcad.net/WCCO-GJC.htm and click on “Incident map.” Smoke jumpers waiting as the helicopter approaches in the meadow in Crystal River Park subdivision. Photo by Sandy Kaplan
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Fire restrictions lifted on White River National Forest Stage II restrictions remain in place for BLM, non-federal areas By Carrie Click, Echo editor Because of July rains, on July 18, Gunnison County commissioners lifted Stage II fire restrictions in Gunnison County. Additionally, on July 20, federal fire officials lifted fire restrictions that have been in place on White River National Forest lands. Stage II restrictions are still in place on BLM and private land (see box). The White River National Forest covers much of the land in the Crystal Valley. Free online maps are available at fs.usda.gov/detail/whiteriver/home. Gunnison County covers the upper portion of the Crystal River Valley, though the Town of Marble determines its own fire bans. As of press time, Marble was still under Stage II restrictions. Bill Hahnenberg, fire management officer for the Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit (UCR), explained the reasoning behind lifting Stage II restrictions on the forest. “We have taken a careful look at the weather and fuel moisture data from weather stations across the UCR,” said Hahnenberg. “This information indicates that we should lift the fire restrictions for the White River National Forest. However, the lower elevation areas remain very dry. The data supports keeping the areas managed by the BLM at Stage II restrictions at this time.” Forest Supervisor Scott Fitzwilliams cautioned people to be extremely careful when dealing with fire.
“While there have been Fire ban lifted on forest, Gunnison County, several large fires in but remains on all other lands Colorado this summer,” Fitzwilliams said, “we have Stage II fire restrictions have been lifted on White River National Forest lands and on Gunnison not had any major fires County. The following activities are now allowed in those areas. Private, non-federal and BLM lands caused by human activity. are still under these restrictions until further notice: Fire management agencies • Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire or campfire, charcoal grill, coal, wood burning have been responding to the stove or sheepherders stove, including in developed camping and picnic grounds. Devices using presmany naturally caused widlsurized liquid or gas are exempted. fires. I urge the public to • Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle, trailer, building or tent. remain vigilant and be very • Using an explosive requiring fuse or blasting caps, fireworks, rockets, exploding targets and tracers or incendiary ammunition. careful with fires. While we • Operating a chainsaw without an approved spark arrestor and without chemical pressurized fire feel current conditions allow extinguisher (8 oz. capability by weight or larger and kept with the operator) and without one “O” us lift fire restrictions at this or larger round point shovel with an overall length of at least 35 inches that is readily available for time, another period of dry use. weather could see an • Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame (except with a current perincrease in fire danger. mit, contract or letter of authorization and the welding area must be barren or cleared of all flamShould conditions warrant mable material for 10 feet on all sides of the equipment). we could again implement • The use of fireworks, flares or other incendiary devices is always prohibited on federal lands. fire restrictions across the White River.” Nearby counties have taken different positions with regard to fire restrictions for non-federal lands. Fire restrictions remain in effect for Pitkin, Garfield, Eagle and Rio Blanco counties. In addition to Gunnsion County, fire restrictions have been lifted for Summit and Mesa counties. Citizens are urged to contact their county sheriff in the appropriate county for the most current information on fire restrictions for non-federal lands. The White River National Forest covers much of SG Interests preparing to apply for permits the land in the Crystal Valley. Free online maps are to survey potential well pad sites available at fs.usda.gov/detail/whiteriver/home.
Will natural gas drilling come to the Crystal Valley? By Sue McEvoy and Carrie Click, Echo staff
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A Houston-based oil and gas company is preparing to literally raise the stakes in its intent to drill for natural gas in the Crystal Valley region. SG Interests (SGI) is interested in two potential sites in the Thompson Divide area, which is a 32,000-acre parcel of private and public land located north of McClure Pass, south of Carbondale, west of the Crystal River and primarily east of Four Mile Creek watershed. However, David Boyd of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Silt said that the approval process for drilling to even be considered requires many checks and balances – including a thorough public comment period. “At this point they haven’t submitted anything,” Boyd said of SGI. “They’ve just indicated their intent.” In July, SGI representatives revealed they will be seeking permission to stake out and survey potential well pad sites in what’s called the Lake Ridge Unit, which is located in the Thompson Divide area. The unit is a roughly rectangular block of land, which is located west of Carbondale, north of Redstone, and parallel to Highway 133. Its eastern border is in the Four Mile Creek area. SGI already holds mineral leases on the unit. The company is also looking at a second, smaller block of land for potential drilling, which is located west of Redstone in the Coal Basin area. If approved for drilling, access to that parcel would likely be via Highway 133 and the Coal Basin Road, west of Redstone. SGI’s announcement prompted the Thompson Divide Coalition (TDC), a nonprofit environmental organization, to hold a series of town hall meetings in Carbondale, Redstone, Aspen and Glenwood Springs. The town hall meetings were a call to action for citizens to stay aware and to keep being educated about Thompson Divide issues. More than 60 people attended the Redstone meeting on July 24. TDC has recommended permanent protection of the Thompson Divide area because of its high environmental and recreational values. “The main message here for people is that they should stay involved and understand that this is a long process,” Boyd said.
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The Crystal Valley’s Great Outdoors (GO)
A day to the top of Mount Sopris By Sue McEvoy
It is the quintessential hike in the Crystal Valley – one I had only undertaken once after first moving to Glenwood Springs in 1979 (skiing from the top is a whole other story). As part of my ongoing outdoor adventures I, along with Chuck and Doris Downey, revisited Mount Sopris on July 18. Chuck’s first ascent, he remembered, was in 1958, the year I was born. In the midst of a July monsoonal weather pattern, we left Redstone at 5:30 a.m. and hit the Thomas Lakes trailhead at 6:30 a.m. in hopes of making the summit by noon. Hiking towards the lakes, excellent views of the twin peaks can be had and we were at the first lake in two hours. After the second lake, the trail follows a series of switchbacks before really beginning to climb, mostly on loose rock. A beaten path in the rock was difficult to follow and non-existent in some places. Close to 12,500 feet is a false summit, a short scramble downhill and then another hour of climbing to the East Summit at 12,953 feet. Five hours of walking later and lucky to have no threat of lightning or storms, we were able to spend time on top eating lunch and resting up for the descent. Returning along the same route, we noticed a large rock cairn that we hadn’t seen on the way up. Thinking it might be a better route we headed in that direction for a short while but realized it was leading to a different trail so we crossed back across more loose rock to the same way we had come up. Exactly four hours of walking and scrambling over rocks, we were back at the trailhead and the vehicle. The trip time was 10 hours total. Along the way we did enjoy seeing lots of wildflowers including Mountain Harebell, Fairy Primrose, Sky Pilot, Rosy Paintbrush and my favorite Sickle Lousewort (Parrot’s Beak). Located in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, the mountain is named for Captain Richard Sopris who led a prospecting expedition into the Roaring Fork Valley in 1860. More recently it survived an attempt by a Littleton woman to rename one of its twin peaks after John Denver. To get there: From Redstone head north on Highway 133 to Prince Creek Rd. (a half mile before Carbondale) and turn right. Drive about six miles to where Road 311 forks off to the right; follow this road two miles to the parking area. Start: Thomas Lakes Trailhead (8,640’) Destination: East Summit (12,953’) The West Summit is another half mile and the same elevation. Distance: 12.6 miles roundtrip with a 4,600-foot elevation gain. Best Map: Maroon Bells, White River National Forest. Recommendations: Wear hiking boots; bring adequate water, sunscreen and rain gear. Not a good dog hike; there’s no water and lots of loose rock. Allow eight to 10 hours roundtrip. Camping is available at Thomas Lakes.
Above, a view of Mt. Sopris and Thomas Lake. Left, Chuck and Doris Downey and Sue McEvoy. Photos courtesy of Sue McEvoy
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The Hub. Everything to know about Marble in one place! The Marble Hub is a co-op of six local non-profits and volunteers who host a Chamber-visitor information/ community center with public telephone, WiFi, First Aid and AED. (automatic external defibrillator.) Featuring a pour-over coffee bar with organic locally-roasted coffee, breakfast burritos, fresh baked goods, refreshments and ice cream novelties. Local arts, crafts, gifts, consignment shop, and book nook also share the historic building space.
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Get ready for the Lead King Loop on Sept. 16
It’s time to prepare for the 16th annual Lead King Loop Charity Races, which this year are being held on Sept. 16. As always, you can be as competitive or as casual as you’d like. Runners can test their limits, or hikers can take a stroll, albeit a challenging one. Kids have their own events, and all proceeds benefit Marble schools. Held high above the town of Marble, the Lead King Loop has been called the most scenic race in Colorado, and the best weekend getaway by {I} Colorado Runner {EI} magazine. There’s the signature 25k, which starts at Beaver Lake Lodge in Marble, and climbs 3,000 feet into Lead King Basin. The course passes by the historic and photogenic Crystal Mill before it follows the Crystal River back to town. The out-and-back 12k climbs 1,200 feet to the top of Yule Creek before turning to town. And the kids’ Lake Kids Loop starts after the other two races so that parents can join their children as they go through the 1.25-mile course. There are awards for the top three finishers and the first master in the 25k, and prizes for the kids in the Lake Kids Loop, as well as top-of-the-line swag for everyone, raffles, and lunch from Slow Groovin BBQ. The day begins at 7 a.m. for Lead King Loop hikers, and participants are staggered from there. Awards are distributed at 12 p.m. Summer pricing is available through Aug. 31 at $75 for the 25k, $65 for the 12.5k, and $20 for the kids’ race. Runners competing for the top-three cash award money in the Lead King Loop 25k must be Colorado USA Track & Field members in good standing. For more information and to register, go to leadkingloop25k.
– Carrie Click, Crystal Valley Echo
Crystal River Valley fishing report for August 105 West Main Street / Marble, CO 81623 970.704.9HUB or 970.704.9482
Good fishing should continue through August By Ernie Bradley
The Church at Redstone We invite you to come and worship God with us in a peaceful and beautiful setting next to the Crystal River in Redstone
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At this article goes to press in mid-July, the Crystal River is low, clear and fishable in all areas. Good fishing should continue through August, but because of low flows expected for the rest of the summer, fishermen will need to seek the deeper waters where most of the fish will concentrate. In the more popular and accessible areas, fishing success will depend heavily on stocking by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. For the bait and spinner fishermen, small to medium-sized spinners and spoons, earthworms, grasshoppers and salmon eggs typically work well in the Crystal River and the lakes near Marble. August fly fishing should be fair to good, especially in the more isolated areas away from easy road access. Good insect hatches are occurring during the late evenings and during cloudy days. Terrestrials including grasshoppers and ants are now very abundant. Nymphs that work well mid-summer include the medium-sized yellow stones, small to medium-sized bead-head princes and pheasant tails, and small copper johns. Dry flies include #14-18 humpies, renegades, adams, and elk hair caddis, along with grasshopper and ant patterns. Beaver Lake, McKee Pond, and Island Lake near Marble should continue to fish fair to good, depending on stocking by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Moss accumulations will likely become more of a hindrance to fishing as water temperatures continue to rise and cool water inflows decline further. For the fly fisher, a single or double dry or nymph fly setup with spinning rod and bubble can provide great action from shore or boat in the evening and during cloudy days. Avalanche Creek, accessed via the Forest Service road between Carbondale and Redstone, provides about 10 miles of fishable waters. Flows are now low enough for good fishing. This is a very scenic area in the upper reaches above the campground and is a special place for fishermen who like small streams and enjoy hiking or backpacking. All four species of trout are present but the fish will generally be smaller as you get further upstream. Pack rain gear and repellent for the black flies and mosquitoes. The Thompson Creek tributary streams west of Carbondale may soon become too low to provide good fishing. The private catch and release waters of the Redstone Preserve should provide good fishing; contact the Redstone Inn for reservations and more information. I have received several reports of excellent fishing for brook trout in Geneva Lake, accessed via a moderate-ability trail from Lead King Basin. This is a great place to take youth hiking and fishing. The Redstone General Store and a couple fly fishing shops in Carbondale have good assortments of fishing supplies. Carbondale is the nearest location for purchasing a fishing license. Remember to take a child fishing when possible, use barbless hooks and gently release any fish not wanted for the table, and respect private property unless you have permission to fish.
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REDSTONE COMMUNITY BULLETIN
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Steve Pavlin: President Cathy Montgomery: Vice President Harry Remmers: Treasurer Jacob Robbins Secretary Billy Amicon Karen Kashnig Cary Hightower Sara Lewis Debbie McCormick •••
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NEW OFFICERS: The new RCA board met on July 10th and elected the following officers: President Steve Pavlin Vice-President Cathy Montgomery Treasurer Harry Remmers Co-Secretary Karen Kashnig and Jacob Robbins FREE MUSIC: Free Summer Music Events at Redstone Park: Saturdays Aug 4, 11, and 25 6-9PM; Sunday September 2 5:307:30PM. JULY 4th: The Redstone 4th of July was one of the best ones ever! Pies were selling fast even as the tent was being erected and were sold out before the parade began. Thanks to all those who baked those beautiful pies, to the men who helped set up the tents, and to those who sold them (Barb Albin, Becky Bone, and Nancy Taylor.) Once again Dick Simpson came through for the children of the valley. He stocked up on bike decorating supplies and helped kids and parents prepare for the parade with streamers, flags and other special decorations. The National Guard Fly over graced our skies at 11:15 AM and was a brief but moving sight. Thanks to Steve Pavlin and Cary Hightower making those contacts. Thanks to Ray Meyer and Harry Remmers who helped folks find parking spots and we know that is a hot and tiring job. Did you know that helium is in very short supply? That didn't stop Deb and Bob McCormick from calling in favors so they could offer free helium balloons to all the children and to decorate the boulevard. Thanks also to Bob M for organizing the parade. And what a parade it was! There were all sorts of vehicles, floats, decorated bicycles, walkers and horses. The candy was flowing and everyone had a good time. Although the fire department water fights were canceled this year due to water concerns, the Ducky Derby (with 400 ducks!) ran one quarter of a mile of the Crystal River starting at the pedestrian bridge and ending at the Crystal Club. Thanks to Ernie Bradley and all of his riverside helpers, all the ducks were retrieved and 33 prizes were awarded. Job well done Ernie!
Rory Mesner Marlene Remmers
MEMBERSHIP: It's time to renew your RCA membership if you last paid in 2011. Please fill out the Membership Dues form below or send back the letter you may receive in the mail. We thank you in advance for your continued support of your community association. THANKS TO NEW/RENEWING MEMBERS OF RCA: Ray and Vicki Lalone The Redstone Company Store Ted and Anita Allegra Ron and Michelle Sorter
The next RCA Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 7th at 10 AM at the Redstone Inn, Osgood Room Come join us -- we need your support and your input! Your membership dues directly fund RCA projects and events. Thank You for your support!
Linda Cerf-Graham Bob McCormick
THANK YOU: Thank you to all of these area businesses who so generously donated gift certificates for the Ducky Derby: Aspen Glenn Golf, Avalanche Ranch, Beaver lake Lodge, Connie Hendrix Studio, Crystal Club, Crystal Dreams B&B, Crystal Jeep Tours, Crystal Valley Echo, Crystal Valley Manor, Hightower's Cafe and Trading Post, In Touch Healing, Marble Gallery, Mason & Morse, Pour House, Redstone Art Center, Redstone Castle, Redstone Cliffs Lodge, Redstone Company Store, Redstone General Store, Redstone Inn, River Valley Ranch, Russett's, Tiffany's of Redstone, Slow Groovin BBQ, Wildhorse Enterprises, and Yampah Vapor Caves.
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Work began in mid-July to replace a culvert beneath the Coal Basin Road at the first crossing with Coal Creek. Con-Sy, Inc. was contracted by Pitkin County to do the work, which is projected to be completed by Aug. 22. One lane of the road is remaining open during the majority of the work, though the road is being completed closed from July 30-Aug. 8. Pictured here, the new culvert is 60-feet long, 16-feet Photo by Sue McEvoy wide and 11-feet tall.
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What’s up with Pitkin County?
G O V E R N M E N T Marble Board of Trustees
Resumes being collected for town clerk position
A trip to Washington to discuss Thompson Creek and more during Great Outdoors America Week
By Bettie Lou Gilbert, Echo contributor
The Marble Board of Trustees met on July 5 and approved the liquor license renewal for Slow Groovin’ BBQ. Renewal business license invoices will be sent to those businesses in Marble who have not made any changes in the last year. The board approved up to $2,000 for use in building the town bathroom at Mill Site Park. The money will be used for the concrete footings and foundation. The use of these funds is contingent on the submittal of a budget from the Mill Site Committee. The committee is soliciting additional funds for this use as well. The marble quarry is proceeding with the installation of the septic system. The Town of Marble continues to be under a Stage II fire ban, meaning no open fires and no smoking outside. The town will continue taking resumes for the position of town clerk until the next board meeting scheduled for Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at the Marble Community Church.
Government Brief Carbondale not included in Garco mineral lease grant distribution The Garfield County Federal Mineral Lease District (GCFMLD) recently awarded seven grants totaling more than $1.6 million to seven governmental entities in Garfield County. No grants were awarded to Carbondale. Divided into twice-yearly distributions, the spring grant awards (rounded to the nearest dollar) went to the following: • City of Glenwood Springs: $118,850 For: Three-Mile Road culvert • Town of New Castle: $273,000 For: I-70 Exit 105 safety enhancements • Town of Silt: $179,219 For: Orchard Avenue, Phase I • City of Rifle: $330,000 For: Airport Road overlay • Town of Parachute: $242,962 For: Parachute Avenue • Battlement Mesa Metropolitan District: $185,780 For: Facility improvements • Garfield School District Re-2: $284,893 For: Student mobile upgrades Requested funds outweighed awarded grants nearly four to one. Grant requests for the cycle totaled more than $4.5 million. Founded in 2011, Garfield’s mineral lease district receives money from the State of Colorado from mineral extraction activity that’s performed on public lands in Garfield County. The district’s board of directors then determines how the money will be distributed. Grant money must be used for planning, construction and maintenance of public facilities, or for providing a public service. The GCFMLD three-member board includes Gregg Rippy, a Glenwood Springs native and former Colorado state representative; Garfield County Commissioner Mike Samson; and Eric Schmela, president of the Battlement Mesa Company. According to GCFMLD’s board meeting minutes from May 30, the district received 14 grant applications, all of which were legally eligible. Because of the district’s conflict-of-interest bylaws, Rippy recused himself from an application submitted by the Carbondale library, and a Battlement Mesa application was removed from Schmela’s grant scoring book. The GCFMLD’s next grant cycle begins in August and grants will be awarded in October. For more information, contact garfieldfmld.org, 945-1347. – Carrie Click, Crystal Valley Echo
By Pitkin County District 5 Commissioner George Newman Once again I was invited by The Wilderness Society to take part in the annual Great Outdoors America Week in Washington, DC. Participants came from across the country to advocate for the preservation of America’s great outdoor areas. Sportsmen, recreation and wildlife advocates, conservationists, and scores of young people went up “the Hill” to meet with congressional delegates and administrative officials who hold the key to preserving the unique public lands and rivers we all care so deeply about. I traveled with 12 others from Colorado, including county commissioners from Summit and La Plata counties, town councilwomen from Vail, local recreational business representatives, and nonprofit leaders in the field of conservation. All were unified in advocating and supporting the new backcountry protections in Sen. Mark Udall’s Central Mountain Outdoor Heritage proposal, and Rep. Jared Polis’ Eagle and Summit County Wilderness Preservation Act. We also met with Reps. Scott Tipton and Diana DeGette and Sen. Michael Bennet, encouraging them to add their voices to the growing support for these two conservation efforts. These two proposals, subject to congressional approval, would protect 234,000 acres of public lands in our region through a combination of wilderness and special management designations. These unique areas support our local tourist and recreation economies, provide crucial mid-elevation habitat for wildlife and protect our vast open spaces. The combination of offering developed recreational areas along with the preservation of pristine and ecologically important wilderness areas provides the long term economic sustainability that our resort communities depend on. I was also excited to learn of the work being carried on by our colleagues and U.S. senators in the southwestern part of our state. Sen. Udall has introduced the San Juan Wilderness Act, which would add approximately 33,000 acres to existing wilderness areas; he is now working on two proposals along Brown’s Canyon, which would set aside about 45,000 acres for wilderness designation. Sen. Bennet is just as busy with a protection bill for the Hermosa Creek Watershed concerning about 108,000 acres including 40,000 acres being designated as wilderness and the remainder as special management areas. In addition, he is pushing ahead to finalize the protection of Chimney Rock, a significant historic and cultural area, as a national monument. Finally, work is underway to designate sections of the San Miguel River as Wild and Scenic. We are fortunate to have Sens. Udall and Bennet working so closely together on each of these proposals on all our behalves. I also met with Neil Kornze, acting deputy director of the BLM, and Robert Bonnie, senior advisor to the secretary of agriculture. I reiterated our stance on SG Interests’ request for unitization in the Lake Ridge area of Thompson Creek. The extension of these current leases, many of which are due to expire, and the unitization requests in the Thompson Divide area need to be denied by the BLM. At the same time, the US Forest Service needs to uphold the intent of the 2001 Roadless Rule with its newly released Colorado Roadless Rule in regards to “gap leases.” Ultimately, I believe that federal legislation will be necessary to permanently protect this unique area from future oil and gas exploration. I again advised and encouraged Sen. Bennet to draft a proposal to this end. Traveling to Washington, DC, continues to provide me the opportunity to represent Pitkin County’s concerns and at the same time build on relationships with our congressional delegates and key administrative staff. I have also found it a great way to meet and network with people around the state and country whose values and concerns match ours. The Pitkin County Commissioners hold weekly work sessions on Tuesdays and bi-monthly public hearings on Wednesdays in the Plaza One building (next to the Pitkin County Courthouse) in Aspen. Both meetings are televised live and repeated on locater CG12 TV. They are also streamed live and available on the county website, aspenpitkin.com. Agendas are published in newspapers throughout the Roaring Fork Valley, and online at aspenpitkin.com. In this column, your Pitkin County District 5 Commissioner George Newman offers his take on current matters. You can reach him at georgenewman@co.pitkin.co.us.
Local water level report: Improving slightly, but still low flows reported According to the Roaring Fork Conservancy in Basalt, recent rains in the Crystal and Roaring Fork River watersheds have helped cool river temperatures. Still, all water volume readings, except those in the Fryingpan River above Basalt, are below median levels. As of July 19 checkpoints reported as follows: Roaring Fork near Aspen: 47 cubic feet per second (cfs) Median: 92 Roaring Fork above Basalt: 141 cfs Median: 900 Fryingpan below Ruedi: 195 cfs Median: 191 Crystal at fish hatchery: 47 cfs Median: 600
Crystal at Redstone: 109 cfs Median: 363 Roaring Fork at Glenwood: 593 cfs Median: 1,510 Colorado River at Glenwood: 2,180 cfs Median: 4,070 Currently, all checkpoints report acceptable water temperatures between 63-67 degrees, except for the Roaring Fork at Glenwood, which reported 69 degrees, above state standards. Because of low levels, it's easier for the water to warm and create unhealthy habitat for trout and other aquatic animals. A reading above 72 degrees could necessitate fishing closures. – Carrie Cick, Crystal Valley Echo
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A R O U N D T H E VA L L E Y Redstone Rally recap: Another successful weekend of motorcycles and fundraising By Sue McEvoy, Echo staff writer The bikers have come and gone. The third annual Redstone Rally was held June 29-July 1 and organizers estimate that more than 500 motorcyclists and spectators were in town over the weekend to partake in the activities. The rally is a benefit for Project Sanctuary, a Colorado-based nonprofit organization that provides free therapeutic and recreational retreats for military families. Mitch Alcala, year-round manager of Redstone Cliffs Lodge on Redstone Boulevard, again rallied his entire family to organize the event from start to finish. They were assisted by Kim Herfurt and his wife, Jennifer, who are managing the lodge for the summer. “This colorful little town of [about] 90 people again successfully raised the money to sponsor two families for two years,” said Mitch. “Eight families have been positively impacted over these last three years.” Events ranged from live music in Redstone Park and at The Crystal Club, a poker run from Redstone to Marble to Somerset and back, a silent auction, the Valley Cruisers car show, raffles and lots of vendors. On Saturday morning, June 30, local veteran Randy Melton of Redstone Stables participated in the Tribute To The Fallen, a somber parade along Redstone Boulevard of soldiers on horseback and one rider-less horse. While Mitch plans to step down from the leadership role in next year’s Redstone Rally, the dates for the event to take place are set for June 21-23, 2013. Pitkin County Sheriff deputies who were in Redstone over the rally weekend and attended a follow-up public meeting on July 10 were impressed with how well it ran. “One of the sheriff’s deputies said that the sheriff’s office thought it was a great event, and one that they would love to see continue,” said Alyssa Ohnmacht, publisher of The Crystal Valley Echo, who attended the meeting. Alyssa said the only negative issue concerned a Redstone dumpster that filled quickly, which didn’t leave room for Fourth of July trash. At the meeting, community members agreed the event is too close to the Fourth of July. Consequently, that is why next year’s rally is scheduled for week earlier. Watch for information about committees being formed to plan next year’s event. Volunteers are needed. Carrie Click contributed to this story.
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T HE M ARBLE T IMES A L O O K AT L I F E AT T H E M A R B L E C H A R T E R S C H O O L
20 Reasons to Attend Marble Charter School • Why Kids & Parents Love MCS 1. Extremely low student to staff ratio – no child “slips through the cracks” at MCS 2. Kids feel safe and nurtured – “We’re like a family!” 3. MCS students grew 17% in reading test scores from Fall to Spring this year – WAY above average! 4. MCS students grew 20% in math test scores from Fall to Spring this year – EVEN MORE above average! 5. Flexible scheduling to ensure each child has time to excel 6. Fluid grade levels: students learn at their own level, and can push beyond their grade-level work 7. In-depth Science & Social Studies curriculums when many schools have cut or decreased these programs 8. Integrated units of study: each year we dive deeply into 2 – 3 themes 9. Outdoor Education Trips from Marble to Moab, field trips & educational excursions 10. Incredibly Imaginative Recess Games, Fort-Building, and Creative Play 11. Winter PE includes skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, & ice-skating (weather & community rink permitting) 12. Our graduates are well-prepared for high school: on average, 50% enter 10th grade level classes as freshmen 13. Students learn Peer Mediation methods to solve problems 14. We offer Apprenticeships with professionals in their fields 15. Our curriculum is hands-on, interactive, and project-based 16. Our curriculum ensures students meet or exceed Colorado State standards 17. Parents receive weekly communication from their child’s teacher and the school Directors 18. Multi-Age classrooms allow for peer mentoring and advanced learning 19. Teachers really know their students’ skills & abilities due to low ratio, multiple years together 20. MCS Staff are all highly-qualified teachers, aides, and professionals - but even more importantly, they love the kids and they love their jobs!
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As I See It
Heaven's Gate Inspirational Gifts
A MONTHLY COLUMN BY BRUCE GLEDHILL
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The miniature miracles This morning as I sat on my deck, a broad-tailed hummingbird hovered near me for a moment, probably checking out the red shirt I was wearing. I was just as impressed by his attire: brilliant red, white, and green. Hummingbirds’ iridescent colors and rapid movements easily captivate our attention. The more I learn about them, the more I think hummingbirds are among the most amazing of the animals God created. Enjoy these miniature miracles now, because in about six weeks they’ll be gone. They spend only one-third of the year here and then migrate to their primary home. For a threeounce animal, their trip is quite amazing. I have human friends who go to Phoenix for the winter, but my hummingbird friends go much farther than that. Using their five-inch wingspan, they travel all the way to central Mexico, about 1,800 miles from here. Scientists say the bird I saw this morning will probably make a round trip and come right back here to Redstone next summer. They’re so small that we haven’t been able to learn much about how they migrate. We know they fly alone, not in groups like geese do. They are like commuters all going the same direction, but traveling alone to their own homes. We don’t really know how they cover such long distances or how they navigate back to the exact same location the next year. Their skill is a reminder that the degree of intelligence God has built into this world still far surpasses our ability to explore and understand it. If you’re feeding the hummingbirds, toward the end of August, you’ll have to start making more food. The tiny birds bulk up for their long trip, increasing their weight by 25 to 40 percent right before they leave. For a 200-pound person, that’s like gaining 50 to 80 pounds. Someday all of us will leave Redstone (and I don’t mean just to go to a winter home). Are you making genuine preparation for that trip and do you have a clear sense of navigation to get there? Bruce Gledhill is the pastor at the Church at Redstone.
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Echo Brief
Marble’s Mill Site Park to get restrooms
Elk Park restoration project: Attention Redstone history buffs and aficionados
By Sue McEvoy, Echo staff writer
The Town of Redstone together with Pitkin County Open Space and Trails is working with a community steering committee and a multi-disciplined consultant team to redesign, rebuild and restore Elk Park into a beautiful, usable space to enjoy for generations to come. The new Elk Park will be an important asset – providing a place for relaxation, recreation, and education. Your help in gathering historic and iconic photographs of Redstone is greatly needed for the educational installations. There will ultimately be interpretive displays throughout the property, showcasing Redstone’s most notable features and historic tales. Your materials will be minimally handled with archival techniques and precaution and returned exactly as provided. The deadline for submitting materials is Aug. 15. All materials will be returned by Sept. 15. If you have any photographs or references to share, please contact/deliver to: The Crystal Valley Echo office 274 Redstone Blvd. (south of the Redstone General Store, across the street from Redstone Park) Attn: Alyssa Ohnmacht If you have any questions about this project, please contact Julie Kolar at Esse Design, 925-9578, julie@essedesign.net – Julie Kolar, Esse Design
The Town of Marble is planning to construct public restrooms at Mill Site Park. According to Bettie Lou Gilbert of Marble, the Marble Board of Trustees are providing funds for the new structure, and a few of Marble’s nonprofit organizations have pledged additional money for the restrooms. The structure will contain two bathrooms and will be located in the park, west and a little north of the Marble quarry’s load-out area next door. The decision to build the bathrooms was prompted when Colorado Stone Quarries – owners of the quarry – offered the town a tap into the company’s septic system. “We decided we would put in a septic and build it so that it can accommodate tourist traffic,” Kimberly Perrin of Colorado Stone Quarries said of the company’s plans to build an office building and private bathrooms of their own in their load-out area. “We would pay for the water tap, the septic installation and for maintaining the septic, and [the town] could build their own bathrooms and maintain them.” Construction may begin as soon as this month.
Pitkin County Briefs Pitkin County Stage II fire restrictions remain in effect It deserves repeating: Fire restrictions remain in effect in Pitkin County, of which the lower and middle portions of the Crystal Valley – from south of Carbondale to beyond Redstone – is located. That means in addition to all fireworks, campfires – including those in developed picnic or camping areas – charcoal grills, and outdoor coal or wood burning stoves are all prohibited. Dispose of cigarettes safely. Emergency officials ask that you please report anyone you see violating these restrictions by calling 9-1-1. To receive emergency information in a text message on your cell phone, pager or e-mail sign up for Pitkin Alert at pitkinalert.org. You can even “opt in” to receive voice Pitkin Alerts. To ensure that you can receive a “reverse 9-1-1” call at your home, have a hard-wired landline. For more information on the fire ban and wildfire mitigation and Pitkin Alert go to pitkinemergency.org .
Nominate someone for Pitkin County Cares awards Pitkin County is accepting nominations through Aug. 3 for outstanding volunteers to be honored at the 2012 Pitkin County Cares Volunteer Service Awards. Citizens are invited to submit nominations for people, young and old, who are making a difference in the community. Nomination applications are available online at aspenpitkin.com or by calling Pat Bingham at 920-5204. Contact Pat Bingham at 920-5204 or pat.bingham@co.pitkin.co.us.
Volunteer on the Redstone Historic Preservation Board Want to give back to your community haven’t figured out how? There is a vacancy on the Redstone Historic Preservation Board, as well as several other boards including those serving the animal shelter, weed advisory, and planning and zoning. Read more about them and apply online at aspenpitkin.com/citizenboards or contact Charlotte Anderson 920-5200.
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Marble resident Rex Branson is just one of the Crystal Valley's many talented sculptors. As a 24-year alumni and staff of the MARBLE/marble Symposium, Rex continues to produce amazing pieces. Here he is putting some of the finishing touches on a piece he started at last year's symposium. The event continues through Aug. 5 on County Road 3 near Marble. Photo by Sue McEvoy
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Sue McEvoy, above, participated in the Redstone Historic Society (RHS) open house at the Redstone Museum on July 22. On display were items donated to the museum by the grandniece of John Cleveland Osgood, Charlotte Blackmer of Denver. Charlotte, age 93, actually remembers meeting “Uncle Cleve” in Redstone in 1925. Osgood died here on Jan. 4, 1926. The items include an evening dress worn by Osgood’s third wife Lucille and several tuxedos worn by her husband. The RHS is currently fundraising to construct a display case in the museum to make these items available for public viewing. To renew or become a member of the Redstone Historic Society or to donate to the museum contact Sue McEvoy at 704-1843 or send a check to RHS, c/o Ann Martin, 102 Firehouse Road, Redstone, CO 81623. – Redstone Historic Society
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JOHNNY O BAND with a Howard Berkman Tribute (7:30) FOOD from: Smoke Modern BBQ COLD BEERS from: Aspen Brewing Company FREE for All KDNK Members $5 Donation This kicks off KDNK's Fall Membership Drive Theme: Vote for KDNK Information at kdnk.org 88.1 carbondale, glenwood, rifle · 88.3 aspen, snowmass · 88.5 basalt, redstone · 93.5 leadville
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Mary Dorais of Dorais Way just north of Redstone sent in the top three photos. Ernie Bradley of Redstone sent in the lower photo taken by his son, Kent Bradley, on July 14 at Kent’s house, also on Dorais Way. “The bear was there the previous day as well enjoying the early berries we have this year,” wrote Ernie. With bears active and searching for food now, the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife encourages people living in bear country to help keep bears alive and wild. According to wildlife officials, "Bears that get too comfortable around people can destroy property or even become a threat to human safety. Habituated bears must often be destroyed. Please don't let bears die needlessly. Bear-proof your home and property." Experts say to never, ever feed bears, and if a bear comes into your yard or close to your home, scare it away with a confident attitude plus loud noises like a firm yell, clapping your hands, banging on pots and pans, or blowing an air horn. For more tips, go to wildlife.state.co.us and click on "Be Bear Aware."
Health Brief Free quality-of-life program being offered for breast cancer patients and survivors. Pathfinders, a local program promoting living fully in the presence of cancer, was recently awarded a grant from Komen Aspen to offer “Take Your Life Back from Breast Cancer: A 10-Week Program for Women in Breast Cancer Treatment or Survivorship.” This is a comprehensive psychosocial support program designed to assist women in increasing their quality-of-life and thriving in the face of cancer. The program is free. Women in treatment or survivorship for breast cancer can join. Participants can start the program on Aug. 9 or Oct. 2. The coping skills groups/classes will take place via phone or video conference. The program limited to 12 participants. Registration is required two days in advance of the program start date. Interested participants can register at 925-1226 or lindsay@pathfindersforcancer.org. – Kate Lokken, Pathfinders
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Echo Briefs Contractor selected for the New Carbondale Branch Library Garfield County Libraries has selected RA Nelson as the contractor for the new Carbondale Branch Library. Willis Pember Architects has designed the new building and Humphries Polis Architecture is designing the library interiors. Work began on July 18 to prepare the site for construction. The new 13,000 square foot library includes a Story Quarry for kids, a sculpture garden, and a 100-person meeting room that will double as a quiet reading area. The library will feature three study rooms, separate teen, children’s and adult areas, as well as some innovative features such as a You-Mediatype space for producing content for books, magazines, movies, music and more. A groundbreaking ceremony is being held at the new library site at the corner of Sopris Avenue and Third Street on Aug. 14 at 4 p.m., and the public is welcome to attend. A reception will immediately follow with refreshments and plans of the new library available for viewing. For more information about the new Carbondale Branch Library, go to gcpld.org/construction or call 963-2889. – Kelsy Been, Garfield County Libraries
Hot Spots for Trout project monitoring water temps A citizen temperature monitoring project initiated by the Roaring Fork Conservancy keeping track of water temperatures in the Roaring Fork watershed. Even with recent rainfall, this summer’s hot and dry weather is already having a significant impact on local ecosystems. Many people will notice that the wildflowers are smaller, the hiking trails dustier and the rivers are lower. While these may be mild inconveniences to one’s summer plans, the impact of these conditions on wildlife can be significant. Fish and other aquatic life have no escape from rising water temperatures as stream flows drop. While air temperatures are monitored for people, there is no one monitoring daily water temperatures for fish… until now. The Hot Spots for Trout program asks volunteers to consider adopting a river site to regularly monitor temperature. The trout will thank you. Learn more at roaringfork.org/hotspotsfortrout or contact Heather Tattersall at 927-1290, heather@roaringfork.org. – Sarah Johnson, Roaring Fork Conservancy
Old Timers’ Reunion The Marble Old Timers' Reunion and Picnic, held annually on the third Saturday of July at the original Marble School, attracted more than 50 old timers and area residents this year. The true old timers all attended the Marble School prior to its closing in 1947. Photo courtesy of Tom and Kay Williams
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D.E.C. Enterprises at Chair Mountain Ranch
963-9522 Local Company, Local Rates
MOUNTAIN
CALL RICK or SCOTT
970-930-0124
L ANDSC APING • TOWING & RECOVERY •
Lead King Basin, Crystal & Schofield Pass
Road Grading • Utilities • Foundations
#1 IN A #2 BUSINESS
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• 963-2373
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TO RUN YOUR AD IN THE CRYSTAL VALLEY ECHO SERVICE DIRECTORY - CALL 963-2373 TODAY!
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The Echo’s Parting Shot…
For the western adventure of a lifetime… • Hourly or full day trail rides • Carriage or wagon rides • Pack trips to scenic Avalanche Lake • First-class, fully guided or drop camp hunts for elk, bear, mule deer, mountain goat or bighorn sheep
Book your summer adventure by calling 963-1144 or (229) 221-4590
UNDER SPECIAL USE PERMIT FROM USFS OUTFITTER # 2463
Bolling Jones, Owner Randy Melton, Outfitter
970-963-1144
See you next month!
www.redstonestables.com avalancheoutfitters@gmail.com