AvidLifestyle July 2019 issue

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JULY 2019

LOCAL FLAVORS Fill up on poke tacos

READY TO WEAR Adventure with the best backpack

DWELLING WELL Design an outdoor fire space

Outside!

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To the HIGH LINE CANAL, and then a picturesque patio party

2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SETTING THE BAR FOR ST YLE

Terry Minnick, the recently appointed GM at Mercedes-Benz of Denver, would like to extend an invitation to you and all your friends and family members to visit the dealership’s brand-new $45 million state-of-the-art building to discover the ultimate in SUV luxury: the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE. Before you hit the road, drive like a VIP in the all-new redesigned GLE. • Ranked #1 in its class (midsize luxury SUV) by Edmunds.com.

• This edition boasts an attractive and upscale cabin with an MBUX infotainment system that is an industry leader.

• It features 64-color LED ambient lighting that creates a captivating ambience.

• New this year is the addition of a 3rd row; more room and room for more.

• The GLE’s optional E-Active suspension provides impressive handling and stability.

Visit Mercedes-Benz of Denver and try out the 2020 GLE. We’re sure you’ll agree, it’ll fit you like a glove. Surround yourself with luxury beyond compare.

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CONTENTS

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departments

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SETTING THE STAGE There is no place I'd rather be than out in the fresh July air.

By Kendall Kostelic ON THE AGENDA Fireworks, art fests and a redesign contest.

BACK AT THE RANCH Glimpse what life was like 100 years ago at this Lone Tree homestead.

local f lavors

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BOWLS AWAY Corner Poke's poke tacos should be on your summer menu.

By Laurel Thompson HEY GRILL MASTER! Take your barbecue techniques to the next level.

By Lori Midson

ALFRESCO, ANYONE? Seven restaurants with terrific patio seating. By Annie Nagel

dwelling well

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A STUNNING OUTDOOR FIRE SPACE Compose your own backyard centerpiece. By Ali Longwell

Left to right, counterclockwise: Michael Wainwright USA Mezza canape plates, $100 for set of four; Patricia Spratt orange tablecloth, $112; bee napkins, $24 for set of four; bee napkin ring, $10; Michael Wainwright USA Truro bread board, $200, and Truro cheese shaver and knife set, $80; and bee dinner plate, $27, all at T is for Table, Centennial, 303.347.9988, tisfortable.com

FABULOUSLY FUNCTIONAL A Castle Pines home goes modern, and comfortable.

By Ali Longwell

ready to wear

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AHEAD OF THE PACK Meet your new adventure accessory.

By Malissa Stark-Rodenburg

CRAFTING A CLASSIC Admiring Signature 24 jewelry.

By Kathy Hisey Baum

FEATURED

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Headed to the High Line Canal? Take notice: the channel is about to get some celebrated updates, thanks to the High Line Canal Conservancy.

By Dahlia Jean Weinstein

40 Consider your fête champêtre prepped—we set the table and cocktail corner with a whimsical, slightly palatial scene.

By Kendall Kostelic

ON THE COVER: High Line Canal trail; PHOTO: E.J. Carr 4

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NO HARM SUN Smart sunscreen tips.

By Malissa Stark-Rodenburg

influencers

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HE'S GOT TO FLY Duke Beardsley craves fly-fishing. By Kyle Wagner ROCK ON Jerad Wells can't get enough of the climb. By Brittany Anas

wayfarers

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OFF-ROAD TRIP A Castle Pines resident makes us want to see the mountains by motorcycle.

By Kendall Kostelic

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july 2019 // vol. 1 // no. 4 PRESIDENT/GROUP PUBLISHER Allen J. Walters

R O O M M A K E OV E R CO N T E ST

PUBLISHER Chris Phillips EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Jon Rizzi

art & editorial EDITOR Kendall Kostelic

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jani Duncan Smith ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR Chelsea Oglesby EDITORIAL INTERNS Gal Barak, Amanda Lacey

A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS.

CONTRIBUTORS Brittany Anas, E.J. Carr, Chad Chisholm, Kathy Hisey Baum, Ali Longwell, Lori Midson, Annie Nagel, Malissa Stark-Rodenburg, Laurel Thompson, Kyle Wagner, Dahlia Jean Weinstein

Show us why your room deserves a makeover.

sales, marketing & advertising

NOW THROUGH JULY 31, submit a picture of the space you have in mind for a redesign along with your name, email and zip code to contest@lulusfurniture.com.

Three finalists will be chosen by AvidLifestyle and lulu’s, and voting will be open to the public Aug. 5 through Aug. 11 to select their favorite on Facebook and Instagram.

THE WINNER, ANNOUNCED AUG. 12, WILL RECEIVE FREE INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES AND A $1,000 IN-STORE CREDIT AT LULU’S. TOTAL PRIZE IS $3,500.00.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Laura Lee Coleman Hillary Locke Mujica BUSINESS MANAGER Cindy Palmer

PRINCIPALS Ray L. Baker, C. Don Baker, Dick B. Baker ADVERTISING INQUIRIES: chris@avidlifestyle.com EDITORIAL INQUIRIES AND LETTERS: kendall@avidlifestyle.com CUSTOMER SERVICE: 720.493.1729 MAILING ADDRESS: 7200 S. Alton Way #A-180 Centennial, CO 80112

The winner must be available for an in-home consultation between Aug. 12 and Aug. 23 so the room can be ready to photograph by late October. The big redo will also be featured in an upcoming issue of AvidLifestyle. A $1,000 minimum purchase at lulu’s is required.

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SETTING THE STAGE

where you

LIVE

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LOVE

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TALK OF THE TOWN

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GOOD NATURE Time for a breath of fresh air.

OVER THE YEARS, I’ve built a checklist for the things needed to set up a solid campsite. And the moment our car stops in a quiet grassy valley (that I hope is close to a river), I begin to recite each item: Find a wide, flat and, in a perfect world, shaded spot for the tent; unpack everything in the car except the food, which stays in the trunk and safely out of nose-shot of local wildlife; start collecting firewood ASAP; and—most importantly—before getting to all that, spend at least five minutes letting the scenery of the place really sink in.

I return to my unadulterated outdoorsy roots by way of these campgrounds at least twice a summer.

I did a lot of growing up outside, first on my grandparents’ land in East Texas and then here in the wonderland that is our state. You wouldn’t guess it to look at me, but I can prep just-caught fish for a meal, keep a campfire roaring for hours on end and break the speed limit on an ATV. On another note, I’m also told that the summer shindigs my husband and I host at home can reach a Martha Stewart-esque level.

And here, thankfully, those two things—pitching a tent in a remote setting and hosting an elegant patio bash—aren’t at odds. We are a community that’s ready to get the heck out of the house with a few breezy flannels, and also get a little gussied up for cocktails by the fire pit.

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This month, I predict you’ll find me in that flannel exploring the changing High Line Canal (pg. 34) and, should I take inspiration from the hobby of local artist Duke Beardsley (pg. 55), fly-fishing on the South Platte River. The pretty patio table we’ve crafted on pg. 40, however, deserves something finer.

In other words, we’re celebrating the season in every type of outdoor environment.

It is, after all, a great time to be anywhere but inside.

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LET’S GET SOCIAL

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PLEASE NOTE Due to unforeseen circumstances, the “Live! At the Lake” concert schedule for Pelican Bay at Cherry Creek published in our June issue has been altered. Here is the updated lineup: July 3, Buckstein; Aug. 28, The Long Run; July 19, Aug. 23 and Sept. 20, Float Your Boat comedy shows. pbcherrycreek.com

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ON THE AGENDA

// can’t miss events

JULY FOOD! FESTS! FIREWORKS!

4 ways to celebrate Independence Day

July 3 RED, WHITE AND YOU Littleton’s annual July Fourth fest is the largest free community event in South Jefferson County.

Kids’ activities (which, this year, takes place ain a new Kid Zone area), live entertainment, concessions, a beer and wine garden and a fireworks display draws an estimated 35,000 revelers, at least, each year.

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RED, WHITE AND YOU PATRIOTIC PARADE AND FESTIVAL The Meadows, a masterplanned community in Castle Rock, has made a tradition out of its Fourth of July bash.

Festivities take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., starting with the Patriotic Parade, where locals can show off decorated bikes, strollers and wagons. Stick around after the display for cotton candy, music, inflatable rides and more. BISON PARK meadowscastlerock.com

FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVAL AND FIREWORKS This annual event starts at 3 p.m. at Cornerstone Park. Explore kids’ activities, local shops and food trucks until the fireworks take flight at 9:30 p.m. Picnic dinners welcome. CORNERSTONE PARK AND BELLEVIEW PARK englewoodco.gov

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Calling all Lone Tree and Acres Green residents: This July Fourth celebration is just for you (and a few of your friends). Lucky attendees will have a full evening (which runs from 4-10 p.m.) with a kids’ bike parade, games, face painting, fireworks and more. Lone Tree and Acres Green residents can get up to four wristbands for the event and purchase an additional four; wristbands will not be available at the gate. All sales benefit Hearts Across the Miles. SWEETWATER PARK cityoflonetree.com

PHOTO: COURTESY CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Through July LULU’S FURNITURE & DECOR ROOM MAKEOVER CONTEST Have a room that needs a design refresh? We want to help make it happen. AvidLifestyle is partnering with lulu’s furniture & decor to host a room makeover contest.

We will work with lulu’s staff to choose three finalists from the bunch, and then have you vote to choose the lucky winner Aug. 5-11 on Facebook and Instagram.

The winner, announced Aug. 12, will receive free interior design services and a $1,000 in-store credit at lulu’s. Total prize value is $3,500.00.

The winner must be available for an in-home consultation between Aug. 12 and Aug. 23 so the room can be designed and ready to photograph by late October. Bonus: The space will be ready for holiday entertaining! The big redo will also be featured in an upcoming issue of AvidLifestyle. A $1,000 minimum purchase at lulu’s is required for the makeover.

July 13-Aug. 31 36TH ANNUAL ALL COLORADO ART SHOW In other art news, this year’s All Colorado Art Show, featuring work from only Colorado artists, kicks off with a reception on July 13 from 6-8 p.m. Collin Parson, the director of galleries and curator for the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, is this year’s juror. CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS greenwoodvillage.com

PHOTO: CHERRYARTS VIA FACEBOOK

Now through July 31, submit a picture of the space you have in mind along with your name, email and zip code to contest@lulusfurniture.com or post a picture on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #lulusredo.

July 5-7 CHERRY CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL It just wouldn’t be summer without this famous festival. In its 29th year, CherryArts has made space for 265 national juried artists, a full block of family-friendly activities on “ARTivity Avenue,” interactive art experiences and more.

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ON THE AGENDA

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July 27 DENVER SUMMER BREW FEST In the mood for a brewhaha?

This seasonal beer bash celebrates local and national breweries.

Listen for live music from The River Arkansas and Elder Grown.

Our favorite detail: Unlimited tastings come with the price of admission. Go VIP and enjoy exclusive, limited-admittance tastings for an hour. Proceeds benefit Swallow Hill Music.

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July 23 SIP AND SUSHI Ready to roll—your own sushi? The chefs of GetFed Concepts, a Denver catering company that also creates pop-up and private chef experiences, will show you how in this twohour class, complete with a complimentary pour of your favorite Lone Tree Brewing Company beer. LONE TREE BREWING COMPANY lonetreebrewingco.com

YOGA IN THE PARK Time to streeetch at RidgeGate, South Suburban Parks and Recreation and Lone Tree Recreation Center’s monthly summer yoga session. The routine is doable for anyone 10 and up; bring your own yoga mat.

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THE REST IS HISTORY

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MEANWHILE, BACK AT THE RANCH BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOS: DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORY CENTER; ALL PHOTOS: COURTESY SCHWEIGER RANCH

Meet Lone Tree’s restored farmstead, located just off of I-25, that dates back to the 1870s.

IF YOU’RE LOOKING to become well-versed in the history of Lone Tree—with the kind of firsthand experience that gives you a glimpse into generations and ways of life now long gone— there is just one place to go. “Schweiger Ranch is the only historic landmark in the city of Lone Tree,” says Elizabeth Matthews, executive director of the Schweiger Ranch Foundation.

Lone Tree wasn’t incorporated until the 1990s, but this ranch was home to the Schweiger brothers—John, Joseph and Jacob—and their families starting in 1874.

Close to $1 million was invested between 2008 and 2016 to restore the five-acre homestead of the Schweigers’ 38-acre property to its former glory and, now, there’s plenty to glean from.

“We have a historic house we believe was built in the 1890s that has been restored to, we believe, 1920s conditions,” Matthews says.

“We have a tractor shed that was constructed around the 1940s that, inside, has what we call a ‘what is this’ or ‘take your best guess’ wall with antique items found during the restoration process. We have a stable, loafing shed (which four goats currently hang out in), barn and the corral that goes with those. We have a grain silo and chicken coop (with 35 hens and a peacock)

that we also believe were built in the 1940s and, finally, a granary building.”

Catch all that? It’s not often that you find so many historical curiosities in one place.

You also aren’t typically privy to an awardwinning historical restoration. The Schweiger Ranch Foundation received a 2017 Stephen H. Hart Award for Historic Preservation from History Colorado for its care of the ranch.

“It’s a great honor to receive the distinguished award,” Matthews says. “It makes us feel like we’re achieving what residents and the city believed we could do, which was make the ranch a really good example of how to preserve a historic place when, honestly, it could have been mowed over and turned into condos. It’s a very special and unique place.”

In fact, the plan to make Schweiger Ranch a historical destination didn’t begin until the aughts, but we’ll leave the rest of that story for the tour. “We are open the third Saturday of every month from 1-5 p.m. for self-guided tours, with a guided tour at 2 p.m.,” says Matthews. “We can usually set up private tours for larger groups of at least five people and we do events: We have a campfire series [where 14

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you’ll hear stories from historical figures like Buffalo Bill], host the Lone Tree Fall festival and have our signature Austrian Christmas and Christkindl Market to celebrate the culture and Austrian heritage of the Schweigers. … There are a lot of opportunities for those interested in volunteering, too.”

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LOCAL FLAVORS

Bowls Away A TRADITIONAL HAWAIIAN DISH SWAPS SERVING BOWLS FOR WAFER TACO SHELLS.

By Laurel Thompson FIRST THERE WERE BOWLS and hand rolls, then burritos. Now, raw fish has taken on a decidedly quirkier form at Corner Poke.

Hold out a hand for the eatery’s poke tacos. “We wanted to do something different and offer something that people don’t already have in Denver,” says head chef Jun Feng. “We are the only ones that we know of who do poke tacos. We thought it would be a great way to get people to try something new, rather than ordering the same sushi rolls.”

Fresh, sushi-grade fish is piled atop a bed of complementary ingredients on five distinctly unique taco creations: Orangé U Hungry, Forget Me Not, Tropical Green, Monster Blue and Sriracha Red. Feng’s favorite is the Orangé U Hungry, a combination of tuna, mango, cucumber, red onion, crab salad, shoyu spicy aioli, sesame seeds and green onion. “It’s both sweet and spicy, which makes the taco feel like a combination of an appetizer and dessert. It’s a nice mix of flavors,” he says.

Monster Blue is for spicy salmon lovers, the spicy fish topped with corn, edamame, crab salad, seaweed, ponzu and spicy aioli. Not a fan of raw fish?

Forget Me Not highlights tasty teriyaki chicken, while Tropical Green offers a nice balance of fresh veggies, fruit and seared shrimp.

PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM, CUSTOM CREATIONS

Feng’s advice for first-timers: Order the poke tacos as an appetizer and try to narrow down your favorite.

Challenge accepted.

EAT HERE

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// inside story

LOCAL FLAVORS

// expert advice

Extra PITMASTER POINTS go to anyone who stacks onion rings on top of your burgers like King.

YOU HAVE THE DATE, THE GUESTS, THE INGREDIENTS AND THE APRON; ALL THAT’S LEFT IS TO FIRE UP THE GRILL AND GET COOKING. NOW IS A PRIME TIME TO MAKE SURE YOUR GRILLING AND BARBECUE KNOWLEDGE IS UP TO PAR. WE NUDGED BRANDON KING, EXECUTIVE CHEF AND GENERAL MANAGER OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE’S BURNT END BBQ, FOR HIS TIPS. FOLLOW THEM, AND YOUR SUMMER SOIREES WON’T GO UP IN (UNWANTED) SMOKE.

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PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM, CUSTOM CREATIONS

On King’s PIQUANT PLATES: burnt ends, ribs and, of course, pickles.

1. THERE ARE FIVE MUST-HAVE BARBECUE AND GRILLING TOOLS, says King: a slotted metal fish spatula, long metal tongs, a meat fork, a vacuum marinator and a chimney starter.

2. USE A CHARCOAL GRILL. Charcoal grills burn hotter than propane and allow you to take advantage of both direct and indirect heat, depending on the placement of your coals. Speaking of which: Spread charcoal evenly in a single layer just out of reach from where the food will be cooked.

3. ALWAYS OIL YOUR GRILL. An oiled grill gives your meat a great sear and ensures that whatever you’re cooking doesn’t stick to the grates, says King.

4. USE MELLOW WOODS such as apple for grilling fish, cherry for pork and oak for beef.

6. “THE THICKNESS OF THE MEAT IS IMPORTANT when determining when to use your grill cover,” says King.

Close the lid when grilling meats thicker than ¾-inch and leave the lid off for all meats thinner than ¾-inch.

10. LOOKING TO START SMOKING? There are several methods King uses, including sprinkling a large handful of hardwood pellets directly onto the grill box under the grates.

Make sure to keep the lid closed as much as possible to prevent pellets from flaming if you go with this method.

7. FLIP CUTS OF MEAT (THINK STEAK AND CHICKEN BREAST) OFTEN, advises King: “You want to turn your meats frequently to avoid burning either side.” Unless you’re cooking burgers on the grill—only flip those once.

8. BRUSH VEGETABLES WITH OIL before throwing them on the grate. Tender produce like asparagus, bell peppers and onions should be grilled over medium, direct heat. Cook thicker, tougher produce like squash and potatoes slow over low, indirect heat.

9. IF YOU’RE THINKING KABOBS, skewer the meat or vegetables with two skewers, King says: “The meat and vegetables won’t slide off and you can easily handle the skewers when turning them.”

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5. MAKE SURE TO KEEP AN EYE ON THE TEMPERATURE of meats and fish. “The temperature is the best way to guarantee great flavor and assure that you are adhering to food safety standards,” says King. “Before you do anything else, get yourself a reliable thermometer, preferably an instant-read.”

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Alfresco, Anyone?

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Whimsy meets elegance, and then creates an award-winning outdoor dining experience at this American, French, Italian and Greek mash-up concept. The wrap-around patio looks out over a sizable pond with fountains and is covered with pleasant yellow umbrellas.

Combining luxury with comfort, the big city feel of this patio elevates the alfresco experience.

Modern loungers are shaded by sweeping umbrellas and the monochromatic, gray-ongray décor helps you and your nosh stand out in photos. Don’t miss the restaurant’s lauded outdoor summer concert series; reservations for the patio are recommended.

LOS CHINGONES Denver Tech Center 303.567.4258 loschingonesmexican.com Head to this DTC eatery for a downtown vibe without all the hustle. The urban concrete patio is draped in string lights, electric blue hoop chairs and other eclectic accessories. When open, large garage doors connect the patio to the inside bar. Peoplewatch along South Newport Street and, when you are ready to move about, explore the neighboring grassy courtyard.

FOGO DE CHÃO Park Meadows 303.481.4001 fogodechao.com The Brazilian steakhouse’s second Colorado location, opened in November of last year, comes with not one, but two patios—one on the first floor and one on the second—with sweeping views of the Rocky Mountains. Tip: The “Full Churrasco Experience”—a prix-fixe menu with a “continual service” of salads, veggies, feijoada (a traditional black bean stew served over rice), fire-roasted meats carved tableside and more—makes for an unforgettable feast; the plates created by the chefs in the kitchen (like the mango Chilean sea bass) create a solid light lunch.

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Serene—that’s the one word that describes this mountain lodgeinspired patio, also known as the best outdoor seat in Castle Pines.

Every spot features a splendid view of The Ridge at Castle Pines North, a daily-fee golf course.

This chalet-style restaurant offers amazing views of the city both inside and out. The patio, however, is a local favorite. The outdoor space is anchored by a horseshoe-shaped bar and fire pit, plus sparkling lights, exposed brick, a flagstone floor and greenery.

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INDULGE BISTRO AND WINE BAR The Streets at Southglenn 303.730.7200 indulgewinebar.com Indulge puts you in the center of the action. The eatery’s third location, this spot opened in the fall of last year. The wraparound, partially-covered outdoor area looks out at the Southglenn fountain on the large, oval roundabout.

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THE FIREPLACE HAS LONG BEEN THE CENTER OF A HOME. AREN’T YOU GLAD THE FIRE SPACE HAS EXTENDED ITS REACH PAST THE PATIO DOORS?

By Ali Longwell FIREPLACES AND FIRE PITS have become the hub of a quality Colorado backyard, says Phil Steinhauer, owner of Centennial’s Designscapes Colorado: “I think outdoor fire elements are so popular because they’re versatile and really do extend the life of a patio on a chilly evening.”

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The trick to getting a fire setup right starts with knowing how you’ll use it. “A fireplace is more intimate, whereas a fire pit creates more of a social campfire situation,” Steinhauer says. For a fireplace, think oversized and comfortable furniture that’s “just like what you would lounge on inside

around the embers,” he says. For a fire pit, think bench seating and Adirondack chairs that can accommodate a large number of guests.

Here, Steinhauer takes us through other guidelines to follow when creating an outdoor hearth by way of this showstopping Evergreen backyard on Bear Creek. Be warned: out-ofstate guests may look to mimic your result. “The outdoor lifestyle has become synonymous with a Colorado lifestyle,” Steinhauer says.

KNOW HOW YOU’LL USE IT. This fireplace functions as the home’s center for outdoor entertaining, so it only makes sense that it features both ample seating and a dining arrangement.

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CONSIDER GAS FLAMES. There are many reasons, aside from the obvious fire danger, why Steinhauer encourages gas fire areas.

“It takes a long time to build a fire and it can be smelly,” he says. “Gas is cleaner and easier to light and maintain—you can sit around it for five minutes or five hours.”

While nothing will replicate the crackling of a wood-burning fire, Steinhauer suggests choosing fake log sets (of which there are many options) to make fires look natural. This particular homeowner wanted the fireplace to be wood-burning so they could create a “blazing fire” for guests. Some of the property’s other fire features, however, are gas.

STICK TO ONE RULE WITH MATERIALS. “Blend the outside design with the inside,” says Steinhauer. Start with stone that, one, is complimentary in style and color to your home’s architecture and, two, matches the natural landscape. “This is what creates the seamless transition to an outdoor living space,” he says. Hard materials, such as stone or brick, are best for fireplaces. Use a firebrick for the interior of a fire pit or fireplace to keep the exterior stone from getting too hot and cracking.

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// around back KEEP PROPORTIONS BALANCED. This massive yard features two outdoor fireplaces and three fire pits that hug part of the creek. The sheer size of this fireplace—towering more than 18 feet high and reaching 15 feet in width at the base— had to be “grand enough for the space,” says Steinhauer. “The mountain behind it was big, as was the scale of the yard.”

It took a lot of engineering genius, including the use of scaffolding to complete the top stonework, to make it this big.

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For Steinhauer, a good height is 18 to 20 inches for a fireplace hearth or overall fire pit: “I think keeping fire features a little lower allows your legs to feel heat.” Going a little taller can allow the cap or cover to be used as a table. However, no size within reason, he says, is too big.

BE THOUGHTFUL WITH LIGHTING. “We don’t really like to see the lighting elements, so we used a lot of additional lowvoltage, recessed lighting,“ says Steinhauer. “Many of the bulbs are hidden in stones or around the back of the fireplace. The lighting is subtle, which makes it more relaxing and inviting.”

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A LARGE-SCALE REDESIGN BROUGHT A ’90S-STYLE CASTLE PINES HOME INTO THE 21ST CENTURY.

By Ali Longwell

DARK. DATED. DEPRESSING. These were the words homeowners Amy and Richard used to describe their 6,500-square-foot Castle Pines home. “We liked the house’s reclaimed brick exterior, layout, high ceilings and custom finishes (like beautiful cabinetry and crown molding) that we didn’t see in many other homes,” says Amy. It was the ’90s-style design inside that was the problem.

They lived with the setup for five years. But as of 2017, the family of five became officially fed up with all things outdated. “We needed an update,” Amy says.

“We wanted to change the interior of the home to a lighter, brighter and cleaner vibe to make it more current, as well as create something functional and comfortable for our kids and dogs.”

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To lighten and enliven the KITCHEN, Campbell sanded and refinished the cabinets, added a new faucet and sink, replaced the counter stools and added a breakfast nook with a new table, chairs and rug. “We eat every meal at either the island or breakfast nook,” Amy says.

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Amy and Richard called on Ashley Campbell of Ashley Campbell Interior Design to bring their home into the modern age. Together, they orchestrated complete overhauls of the master bedroom and bathroom, kitchen, two living spaces and each of the kids’ rooms.

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GOING LIGHT AND BRIGHT Campbell largely focused on one detail for a major impact: Choosing light floor, wall and trim colors, and light furnishings. “I am a big believer in using a neutral paint color throughout the main spaces of a home,” she says. Her weapon of choice: Revere Pewter, a light gray by Benjamin Moore, that would also support accent colors.

The youngest in the family, Amy and Richard’s son, calls BEDROOM THREE, the converted office, home.

The room was minimally reconfigured, with just the location of the door moved and a closet added.

One of the homeowners’ favorite elements for lightening up the place was Campbell’s choices in light fixtures. “The fixtures make such a difference and really dress things up,” says Amy. Adds Campbell: “Decorative lights can often be the jewelry of the room.”

KIDDING AROUND Amy and Richard have two daughters and a son. Before the redesign, the two girls were sharing a room so no one would have to take the basement bedroom.

“No one wanted to be down there alone,” says Amy.

BEDROOM ONE, belonging to the eldest, 13-year-old daughter, was made “whimsically sophisticated” with deep purple and gray hues, new carpet, lighting, window treatments, furnishings, bedding and a built-in window seat.

So, Campbell reconfigured the home office into a bedroom so each child could have their own space above ground—all of which the kids, of course, had a hand in designing. Amy “really wanted their personalities to be reflected in their rooms,” says Campbell.

The fabrics and furniture, however, stayed durable and practical.

The KIDS’ BATHROOMS got a minor refresh, with each now featuring an updated mirror, lights, a repainted vanity and pops of color that tie in to their bedrooms.

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The large window-pane-like shower tile in the MASTER BATHROOM, Campbell says, serves as an unexpected focal point.

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SPA TIME Perhaps the biggest update took place in the master bathroom. “We brought the bathroom down to the studs,” recalls Campbell. Where there used to be clunky and outdated features, plumbing issues and insufficient storage, there is now a free-standing tub, vanities with custom cabinetry from Denver-based Precision Homes of Colorado, a reconfigured shower and mended plumbing. “It’s serene, tranquil and spa-like,” says Campbell.

The MAIN LIVING ROOM got a new layout and new furniture. Campbell chose two different sofas for the space to “give the family more design flexibility, should the time come for them to make a move.”

For now, high ceilings, great mountain views, connection to a deck and Amy’s vote as the best room in the house make it a prime spot for guests.

MAKING A LIVING SPACE The goal was to “casualize” the two living spaces. The lower-level rec room was opened up for family hangouts by replacing a kidney bean-shaped bar with a built-in custom cabinet and wet bar from Precision Homes. Now, the room has storage for snacks, a sectional for movies and a game table. The main living space upstairs was rearranged to be more conducive to entertaining guests.

The LOWER-LEVEL REC ROOM went from “a catch-all for toys and outdated furnishings to a main entertaining space the whole family can enjoy,” says Campbell. The custom cabinet, now the room’s main focal point, is accessorized with metalmesh door inserts and a chevron marble backsplash.

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Changing the Channel We have one of the country’s longest urban trails and canals as our backyard, and the outdoor hub is about to get even better. Pretty lucky, no?

By Dahlia Jean Weinstein

LIFE IN THE SOUTH METRO AREA would be incomplete without the High Line Canal. We hear it often: Once you make a home surrounded by the channel and its adventure-friendly trail, it becomes incomprehensible to imagine a day without it.

No one understands that interconnectedness quite like Harriet Crittenden LaMair.

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About twenty-two years ago, the Cherry Hills Village resident and former Cherry Hills Village councilwoman was strolling along her favorite stretch of the canal behind her home when, suddenly, she felt a contraction. Pregnant with her third child, LaMair went into labor right there on the trail.

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“What you do with the ditch after Denver Water stops

the irrigation water is the part of this project that fascinates

me. I’m passionate about how we can change that ditch into an integral part of stormwater management in the metro area.”

—High Line Hero and Conservancy board member Graham Hollis on his excitement about STEP.

Nearly two decades later, in 2014, she became the executive director and, in 2018, a founding partner of the High Line Canal Conservancy, the group that has been working to preserve, protect and enhance the legacy of the High Line Canal for people to enjoy now and in the future.

It’s a big job to sign up for, to be sure: In case you lost count, the canal is a whopping 71 miles long.

You have likely heard the story from neighbors, if you weren’t in on the action yourself: A group of citizens got the idea for the nonprofit when Denver Water (which currently owns and operates the canal) recognized the canal was outliving its historic purpose as an irrigation channel and had taken on new life as a recreational amenity. A conservancy, these residents decided, could do more for the canal than any one governmental agency.

The group has been making a name for the Conservancy and the canal since, and they aren’t done yet. In 2017, in partnership with Denver Water and with the support from each of the 11 jurisdictions along the canal, the Conservancy released a plan—a Community Vision Plan—to revitalize the canal based on input and guidance from members of the community who treasure the canal most.

More than 3,500 of us chimed in on the creation of the plan, also known as phase one. Phase two, the Framework Plan, where update and upkeep ideas are put in to action, is anticipated to be completed this year.

“I think this is one of the most important greenway projects in the country right now,” says fellow Conservancy board member and Cherry Hills Village resident Kathy Tyree, who moved here from Manhattan and previously worked with the Central Park Conservancy. She is also a High Line Hero, what the Conservancy calls all members. “The High Line Canal is bigger than Central Park. That’s the magnitude and importance of this project.”

There are four objectives in the Framework Plan.

Three projects are getting things started.

New mile-markers and signage will be erected along the trail as soon as the end of this year. The Stormwater Transformation and Enhancement Project (STEP)—in partnership with Denver Water, Urban Drainage and Flood Control District and the jurisdictions along the canal—will start this fall. It is designed to improve water and air quality, decrease flooding, grow wildlife habitats, improve health and livability for the communities along the canal and more.

And, next month, you’ll be able to get your hands on an updated map focused on helping trail-goers explore everything the canal’s footpath has to offer. “The new Guide to the High Line Canal has something for everyone,” says Suzanna Fry Jones, director of marketing and community outreach. “Walkers, bikers, joggers and nature-seekers alike will find it full of tips

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The High Line Canal Conservancy and Walk2Connect are hosting another series of 14 community walks along every section of the High Line Canal trail this summer and into fall. The first three “segments” took place in June, but the rest of the schedule still includes two full-moon jaunts (and two built-in makeup days in the event of bad weather). highlinecanal.org JULY 12, 7:30 A.M. Segment 11 DeLaney Farm and Creeks of Aurora 6.5 miles

and tidbits to discovering the canal trail beyond their backyard. The user-friendly tool will highlight the deep history and rich and varied ecology of the region.”

PHOTO: COURTESY DICK VOGEL, DENVER AUDUBON VOLUNTEER

A BIRD’S-EYE VIEW Watch and listen closely on your next stroll along the canal trail. Word has it that the bird-watching is stellar. Here, just a few of the species to keep an eye out for both year-round and during the migratory season (which varies by type of bird).

YEAR-ROUND RESIDENTS Golden Eagle (particularly in and around the Waterton Canyon piece) Red-breasted Nuthatch Northern Flicker Great Horned Owl Cedar Waxwing

ON THE MOVE VISITORS Starting in mid-April: Say’s Phoebe.

Starting in mid-May: Western Kingbird, Western Tanager, Broad-tailed Hummingbird and House Wren.

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The trail—which, aside from moving along childbirth, also works well for walking, nature viewing, bicycling, hiking, horseback riding and picnicking—extends from Waterton Canyon to Green Valley Ranch, meandering through South Suburban, Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village parks along the way.

“It weaves through so many neighborhoods in such a completely unexpected way,” says Meredith Wenskoski, president and founder of Livable Cities Studio and project manager for the Conservancy’s Framework Plan.

And LaMair is just the person to lead the way.

Yes, she made it from the canal to the hospital in time to give birth to her daughter Kate, now 21. Kate is a college senior studying psychology with a focus on nature therapy. LaMair’s middle son, Davis, is a fly-fishing guide in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and her eldest, Edwin, is majoring in environmental law. Are you sensing a theme here?

LaMair instilled a love and passion for nature and the environment in her children. As director of the Conservancy, her mission is to instill that same love and passion for the High Line Canal in Coloradans. “There are sections of the canal that were filled in with dirt [and had no access to running water], sections that were sold off and sections being totally ignored to the point where you couldn’t even make your way through to the next portion,” says LaMair. “Those things triggered the need to really step forward to preserve the canal. Now, the Conservancy will provide that protection in perpetuity.”

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JULY 19, 7:30 A.M. Segment 10 Expo Park to Cherry Creek 5.8 miles JULY 26, 7:30 A.M. Segment 9 Cherry Creek to Eisenhower Park 6.75 miles AUG. 2, 7:30 A.M. Segment 8 Beautiful Cherry Hills 8 miles

AUG. 9, 7:30 A.M. Weather Makeup Day AUG. 16, 7:30 P.M. Segment 7 Full Moon in Greenwood Village 5 miles SEPT. 6, 7:30 A.M. Segment 6 Amble through Littleton 5 miles SEPT. 13, 6:30 P.M. Segment 5 Full Moon in Littleton 5 miles SEPT. 20, 7:30 A.M. Segment 4 Fly’n B Highlands Ranch 6 miles SEPT. 27, 7:30 A.M. Segment 3 Down and Back Plum Creek 4 miles OCT. 4, 7:30 A.M. Segment 2 Foothills 5.5 miles OCT. 5, 7:30 A.M Weather Makeup Day OCT. 11, 7:30 A.M Segment 1 Beginning of the Canal at Waterton Canyon 4 miles

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The Great En Plein Air is Served You have plans to play host amongst Mother Nature and your favorite company on the patio; we have the flourish to set a playful, slightly polished scene—plus seven tips from the masterminds behind Affair with Flair that will make putting everything together that much easier. Prepare for pride of place.

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Leslie Heins (left) and Lisa Cook (right) of Cherry Hills Village’s Affair with Flair know how to throw a great party. They have been orchestrating renowned celebrations for more than 30 years. Here, how they plan to have a good time.

HAVE A RAIN, SNOW & HIGH-TEMP. STRATEGY.

“We all know Colorado weather is crazy. Create an outdoor party room that covers you from the elements with a tent, umbrella, pergola, etc.

It’s not just about rain and snow, it’s about shielding the sun and staying cool.”

KEEP THE BUGS AT BAY. “Put a cap on your glass or opt for patio glasses that come with lids.

A festive idea that isn’t completely foolproof, but can certainly help, is to cover the top of your glass with a slice of citrus complimentary to the drink (e.g., a protective slice of lemon for lemonade). Citronella candles are, obviously, a big help.”

LET THERE BE LIGHT.

“Lighting is very important and has to be balanced; a lighting designer can make things just right.

In terms of trends, string lighting is still popular. But those strings now have different bulb shapes outside of Edison bulbs, like round multi-colored orbs or metallic gold-leafed vases.”

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STEP UP YOUR GAMES.

“These parties are all about the experience, so you want to make it fun! Turn your yard, for example, into a life-size chess game, stencil or paint a Twister board on the grass or make your own oversized Jenga tower by cutting two-by-fours.

BREAK THE ICE.

“Make an icebreaker game out of seat assignments. Create place cards with numbers and have guests draw where they sit to mix people up.”

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Uncommon CLASSIC DISTINCTIVE, TIMELESS JEWELRY IS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS WITH SIGNATURE 24 JEWELERS.

By Kathy Hisey Baum UNIQUE JEWELRY that will stand the test of time is hard to come by. That is, until you have been privy to the services of Signature 24 Jewelers and the skills of owner and designer Kacie Sturman.

Her elegant, conversation-worthy pieces have been dominating jewelry boxes of nearby residents and beyond since her launch 10 years ago. It’s no surprise, as the Cherry Hills Village dweller knows what people like when it comes to designer accessories: Sturman worked with David Yurman and Ippolita before going out on her own.

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// designer to watch 24-karat is pure gold. The combination of unique and pure describes any woman’s jewelry desire.”

WHAT DO YOUR THREE DAUGHTERS THINK ABOUT THE BUSINESS? “Their excitement makes me excited. My mom was an entrepreneur. I love having my daughters see me run everything: I’m showing them what it looks like to do what you love. I do have to tell them that they can’t wear my jewelry to school, though!”

Online, you’ll find a location-generic Signature 24 shop that gives anyone the chance to browse her lines. But the real star treatment comes to those who make a private, one-on-one appointment to view the collection and/or talk custom pieces. “Customization is so important to me. I love working individually with clients; learning what they want, what’s important to them and creating ideas together for meaningful, beautiful pieces that fit their life,” Sturman says.

What you leave her curated sessions with, the designer says, is not trendy jewelry that will end up just taking space until it’s eventually thrown out. Sturman designs with the idea of heirlooms in mind, creating jewelry (that, by the way, can be mixed and matched and layered) to be passed down to younger generations. Here, we delve more into Sturman’s passion for the accessory.

HAVE ANY FAVORITE PIECES IN YOUR COLLECTION RIGHT NOW? “We’ve been doing a lot of classic cuffs with inspirational messages, which we write in diamonds. I also have a modern spin on a locket featuring individual initials with the option of adding charms. Many of our earrings are crawlers (going up your ear like a vine) or have a jacket (an extra component that goes on your earring post behind the earlobe).”

WHAT ACCESSORY TRENDS SHOULD WE BE LOOKING FOR? “Right now I’m showing a lot of flower, star and rainbow details.

You’ll also see a lot of pearls and bows this season. We have so many personalized options here at Signature 24 so clients can have pieces made for whatever is currently trending in their own life, too.”

HAVE YOU ALWAYS BEEN INTERESTED IN THE JEWELRY BUSINESS? “My sisters and I would always play with jewelry growing up. We layered stacks of beaded and braided friendship bracelets all the way up our arms and had ‘arm parties.’ I’ve always been interested in stones—from my rock collection when I was six to the gemology degree I got as an adult.”

WHAT MAKES YOUR PIECES SPECIAL? “Signature 24’s collection consists of wearable, fine, high-quality and unique jewelry.

We have everything from classic diamonds to personalized jewels. Our quality is excellent. Most everything we make is 14-karat yellow, white and rose gold, with diamonds and semi-precious stones.”

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No Harm Sun WE ALL KNOW TO WEAR SUNSCREEN, but are we wearing said sun protection correctly? Leah Shafer, a well-known medical aesthetician and the owner of Skin by Leah, takes summer’s most popular piece of advice a step further. (No) burn!

By Malissa Stark-Rodenburg CHOOSE BROAD SPECTRUM EVERY TIME. Traditional sunscreen protects against UVB radiation (the kind that causes you to burn). Sunscreen labeled “broad spectrum” protects against both UVB and UVA radiation (the kind that contributes to aging).

According to the Mayo Clinic, both types of rays can cause skin cancer. For total protection, broad spectrum is your best bet.

DON’T BE AFRAID OF MULTI-USE PRODUCTS. Use sunscreen application as an excuse to gain extra benefits for your skin. “I’m all about a sunscreen that also has a treatment in it,” says Shafer. Think sunscreen that also moisturizes, adds color to your cheeks or revives your eyes.

BUT DO AVOID THE MAKEUP MYTH. Makeup alone, though it does cover the skin, will not provide enough protection from UVB and UVA radiation. Shafer recommends wearing sunscreen under foundation and lip balm with SPF under lipstick.

DON’T GO LOWER THAN SPF 30. According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, SPF 30 allows about three percent of UVB rays to reach your skin; SPF 50 lets roughly two percent through.

DON’T MISS AN INCH OF SKIN. Most people forget their scalp, ears, lips and hands. Don’t be like most people. “Your hands are exposed constantly,” says Shafer.

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sunscreen brands 5 Shafer trusts STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE Image Skincare Prevention+ sunscreens (also recommended by a skin-care expert in our May issue) are all moisturizing, with each of the four iterations offering its own additional skin benefits. The SPF 50 formula won an Associated Skin Care Professionals award in their Skin Deep magazine. $40, imageskincare.com All SkinCeuticals sunscreens offer broad-spectrum, chemical-free coverage. The sunscreen line comes in a wide variety of formulas: as a lotion, eye cream, tinted sunscreen and more. Shafer recommends the matte sunscreen for summer to combat shine from sweat. $30-$66, skinceuticals.com OVER THE COUNTER There are still great over-the-counter options at the typical supermarket.

Shafer likes Neutrogena, as it is a company dedicated to skin-care.

Neutrogena sunscreen comes in a variety of lotions, sprays and sticks. $8.99-$15.99, area supermarkets and neutrogena.com Coola sunscreens are plant-based, broad-spectrum, rich in antioxidants and cruelty-free. The company also makes an SPF scalp mist and lip balm. $10-$46, area Ulta locations, ulta.com and coola.com BEAUTY BASED Add protection on top of your makeup with Colorescience’s Sunforgettable brush-on SPF 50 sunscreen. The mineral powder comes in four skin shades and provides extra protection from air pollution and blue light. $55-$65, colorescience.com

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TALENTED PAINTER. FREQUENT COWBOY. DEDICATED FLY-FISHERMAN. BET YOU DIDN’T HAVE THAT LAST DESCRIPTION DOWN FOR RENOWNED WESTERN ARTIST DUKE BEARDSLEY.

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// a day in the life DUKE’S FISHING HOLES Beardsley still maintains a ranch in the Blue River Valley, so he has spent quite a bit of time casting into that tributary of the Colorado River in search of trout. “It’s a quick day-trip from the city,” he says. “If you have a little more time, I would head south, to places like the San Juan or Animas rivers. You can’t beat the fishing or the views.”

“HANG ON. Do you hear those sucking sounds?

That’s life, time and money slipping away, and fast.” Duke Beardsley heard his father, George, say this so often throughout his life, especially when they were on a river fly-fishing together.

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“My dad was always so good at reminding everyone, including himself, that everything is fleeting and that you should do what really gets you excited to get out of bed in the morning,” says Beardsley, a sixth-generation Coloradan who grew up on a 1,000-acre cattle ranch in eastern Colorado and now calls Cherry Hills Village home. “Really grasping that concept has been such an important part of shaping what I do with my time.”

At 49, Beardsley thinks he’s gotten pretty good at keeping his priorities straight. A renowned Western painter whose works have been shown in collections such as the Denver Art Museum and Georgia’s Booth Western Art Museum, Beardsley is known largely for his depictions of landscapes and cowboys. He has another love when he is outside, though, and it comes in the form of a long, light cast on a quiet river with the hope of a solid nibble once the line grazes the water.

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DUKE’S FISHING HOLES For an easy day close to home, Beardsley recommends heading to the South Platte River, where folks regularly catch large trout, along with walleye, catfish and largemouth and smallmouth bass: “I’ve been fishing all over and I was blown away when I first fished there.” Explore the different drop-in points, including South Platte Park in Littleton, at the trestle hole near Phil Milstein Park and, just south of the Florida Avenue bridge, Overland Pond Park.

for what it is. I couldn’t focus. By junior high I started to get more into it, and I got aggressively into it in college.”

rider; that’s a very real communication,” he says. “I catch so many tiny moments that I can use in my work.”

Rancher friends offer Beardsley the chance to crew on cattle roundups often, where he ends his time fly-fishing on remote waters. Here’s what it looks like when this cowboy/artist gets to do a few of his favorite things.

1-3 P.M. | THAT’S LUNCH! Just when a body can’t get any hungrier, Beardsley says, it’s time to pull the irons out of the fire so that four hours’ worth of hot coals can be used to make refried beans. Pinto beans soaked overnight with salted pork get mashed on the spot in an oversized wok, and a shovelful

4-6 A.M. | TIME TO SADDLE UP Beardsley’s good friend Duke Phillips manages four Western ranches. The two often meet at Centennial Airport the night before a day of branding to catch a ride on Phillips’ Beechcraft Bonanza to Chico Basin Ranch, 30 minutes southeast of Colorado Springs. By 5 a.m., the 30 or so wranglers working that day set out to cross about 6,000 of the ranch’s 87,000 acres, driving the herd north.

5-6 P.M. | CAST YOUR CARES AWAY After a couple of hours of cleanup, Phillips and Beardsley are itching to fish. “Bring your stick,” Phillips tells a small group of the dedicated— including Beardsley’s nephews, ages 5, 3 and 1—who head out in their shorts into the springfed pond, from which they pull bass, bluegill and carp. “We caught a lot of carp on a sixweight, using poppers,” Beardsley says. “The light was changing and Pikes Peak was this amazing backdrop. It was just some of the best 45 minutes you can have in a day.”

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8 A.M.-12 P.M. | GIT ALONG, LITTLE DOGIES By about 8 a.m., everyone is where they’re supposed to be and the branding begins in earnest. Ropers brand and vaccinate, castrate and dehorn as raucous laughter mixes with a thousand lowing cattle. That’s when Beardsley pulls out his camera, taking up to 3,000 shots that he can refer to later for inspiration. “I love the physical interaction between horse and

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What will the next day hold? Usually something different—but if it’s a good day, he fishes. “I’ve been really lucky and am really grateful to be able to do all of these things that make me happy,” Beardsley says. “It’s what my dad was always talking about.” Clearly, Dad knew best.

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FRESH CATCH Beardsley celebrates reeling in a Golden Dorado on the Paraná River in northern Argentina.

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Rock On THIS DENVER TECH CENTER RESIDENT, WHO WENT FROM CLIMBING COMPETITIONS TO BUILDING SOME OF THE BEST CLIMBING WALLS AROUND, STILL CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF THE CLIMB.

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// the outdoorsman Today, he inspires other people to love the ascent. Wells is an architect of adventure: designing and selling some of the most wellknown custom rock-climbing walls and adventure parks in the world. Currently, Wells is the director of international sales and business development for Louisville-based Eldorado Climbing Walls.

was also part of the team that built the largest adventure park in the Middle East, located inside the Dubai Safari Park.

It’s easy for Wells to see the benefit of his work: “Fear and anticipation fades and smiles come out when you are climbing. The beauty of the sport is that all you need to do is take that first step and you’re captivated. Climbing naturally allows you to push yourself.”

Wells has had a hand in creating Castle Rock Adventure Park, the Vail Epic Discovery Paramount Peak climbing wall, the 60,000-square-feet of outdoor climbing walls at the Boy Scouts of America’s Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia and helped hip-hop icon Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons of Run DMC install a custom rock climbing wall in his home, which was featured on the DIY Network. He

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The Colorado native, who now lives in the Denver Tech Center, was 15 years old the first time he took to great heights anchored by a belay when a buddy took him climbing at an indoor gym. From then on, “I was hooked,” Wells says.

He went back to that indoor gym every single day that week. By the time he was 17, he had a few sponsors and was participating in climbing competitions, going as far as being part of the U.S. climbing team in a 1993 Sheffield, England, competition at The Foundry Climbing Centre, a legendary gym. “The thing I remember best from my years of competitive climbing was the feeling that the world is a very big place and I needed to explore much more of it,” Well says.

When he’s not creating adventure for others, Wells explores for himself. He’s an intrepid outdoorsman who spends much of his free time mountain biking and climbing. Conquering El Capitan, an iconic and especially challenging 3,000-foot granite wall in Yosemite National Park, is one of his top achievements.

He also has fun taking his sons, ages 8 and 10, to indoor climbing gyms and teaching

READY TO START CLIMBING? Consider these tips from Wells your beginner’s mantra.

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2. Remind yourself that CLIMBING IS NOT AS SCARY AS YOU THINK, but know that it will definitely increase your heart rate.

3. IT’S GOOD TO BE OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE. Embrace it.

In 1997, Wells was done with competing on a professional level, but far from finished with climbing.

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them the ropes, so to speak. “It teaches them perseverance, grit and determination,” Wells says. “They also learn critical thinking skills and problem-solving at a high level.”

Wells predicts a lot more of us will want to master those same techniques soon. He has witnessed interest in climbing build around the world within the last 20 years, from rockclimbing walls becoming staples in university recreation centers to Eldorado Climbing Walls designing custom walls for people’s homes—not as gyms that are tucked away in basements, but as focal points in living spaces.

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The official proof that the sport is about to gain more fans: Sport climbing will make its debut in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. “Having three disciplines of climbing in the Olympics is absolutely going to put the sport we love so much on the world stage,” Wells says, referring to bouldering and speed and lead climbing.

“From there, it will explode globally. I can’t wait to see that happen.”

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By Kendall Kostelic I’M NOT A MOTORCYCLIST, but Eric Gibson’s depiction of what it’s like to go on a riding tour with Lone Tree’s Colorado Motorcycle Adventures makes me want to be: “I’ve gone over mountain ranges and passes and through old towns. You’re not taking paved, highway roads to get places; you are going on Jeep trails and traveling kind of like Colorado’s gold miners. You get to see stuff you would never see from the highway.”

THE ACCOMMODATIONS. “You stay in hotels and, on hosted trips, don’t have to prepare your own food. Sometimes you stay in Hilton Garden Inn-type places and sometimes in luxe lodgings, it just depends on what is available. When you arrive at your hotel on hosted excursions, Lee’s crew will have already arrived via a van with your stuff and put your bag in your room. On my trip to Arizona, they had margaritas ready, too. Breakfast, lunch and a couple of dinners were included.”

YOUR FELLOW TRAVELERS. “The people are diverse and the friendships I’ve built have been amazing. There have been 40and 50-year-olds from all walks of life on my trips: one guy an airline pilot, another a bond trader, another an anesthesiologist.”

The Castle Pines resident has been on three memorable excursions with the company— the first to Moab, the second to the Four Corners and the third around Arizona with the company’s sister business, Arizona Motorcycle Adventures—and he’s not done yet. He and fellow motorcyclists he met on his trips “are talking about doing a custom ride from Arizona to Colorado next year,” Gibson says. I’ll leave you with the rest of his insights—I’ve got lessons to book.

BE SURE YOU KNOW HOW TO RIDE. “These trips are not for beginners. If you go on the trips I’ve been on though, you also don’t have to be a great rider in my opinion.

An intermediate motorcyclist with off-road experience could do it. Overall, I think anyone who has ridden a motorcycle (and, if needed, has practiced) should try these trips.”

THERE ARE TWO KINDS OF TRIPS: HOSTED …

“On hosted tours, you meet with your group (which won’t go beyond 10 people) for dinner to start. On the road, you don’t have to carry your gear or luggage; you ride as a group so you don’t have to worry about getting lost or crashing without help, and when you stop you get to talk about what you’re seeing. It’s a really fun trip about camaraderie.”

AND SELF-GUIDED. “To do a trip on your own, you can call up owner Scott Lee and his crew and let them know what route you are interested in. They will ask about your riding skills, what size bike and what kind of gear you need [if you don’t already have your own] and what kind of hotels you like. Then they’ll plan your trip, putting together your map and hotel reservations.”

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