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Going Bearfoot A yearling black bear cub perched in a tree patiently watches and waits while his mama and two siblings enjoy a quick nap. Photo by Richard H. Hahn alpenglowimages.info hahndigitalarts.com
Art Center Plein Air Show Starts Saturday, see page 25.
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Land Use In The Estes Valley
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Land use issues are often some of the toughest issues local government deals with. It is a precarious balancing act between private property rights, community needs and neighborhood desires. We’ve had more than our share of controversial land use issues over the last year and one thing that sometimes is confusing is the unique land use partnership we have here in the Estes Valley. In every other community in Colorado, land use planning is unilaterally managed by the specific local government. If you’re in a town, then the town government has its own land use plans and codes that govern development. If you are just across the street and outside town limits, then the county has its rules that are applicable. There may be significant differences between town and county land use regulations and this can cause friction, especially in areas adjacent to town boundaries. In the 1980s communities started to address this issue by forming Urban Growth Areas (UGAs) around municipal boundaries. The towns and cities and the adjacent county adopted intergovernmental agreements to mutually agree on how to coordinate land use in these areas. There were still differences, but it helped to have development occur in a manner that was more compatible with the adjacent town. In many cases, the local UGA agreement required developers to annex to the city or town prior to development, to ensure consistency with community values and plans. This is still the situation with most Larimer County communities and their relationship with Larimer County. Before 1999, Estes Park and Larimer County were no different than other communities. Larimer County had different rules, different zoning designations and different codes governing the part of the Estes Valley outside of Town limits. In the 1990s the County and the Town worked together for a new way of looking at land use planning in the Estes Valley, beyond just a UGA and agree-
ments. I worked for Larimer County at the time, and we had to go before the State Legislature to have new legislation passed allowing formation of a joint planning area. It took almost six years of work, but state law was changed and in 1999 the County and the Town adopted the Estes Valley Comprehensive Plan, land use code and zoning – all applicable throughout the Estes Valley, regardless of town boundaries. Prior to this arrangement, any development surrounding the Town would be reviewed by the County planning commission in Fort Collins. We now have our own planning commission, with four members appointed by the County and three by the Town, that review developments in the Estes Valley as required by code. There is also a single Board of Adjustment that is jointly appointed. Rather than having different zoning in the Town and the County, zoning is now seamless across Town boundaries throughout the Estes Valley Planning Area. In other areas of the County, annexation can make a big difference on how a project is developed and the regulations that govern a development. With a single land use code and seamless zoning, annexation is largely irrelevant to development requirements. One area that has not changed: Ultimate decision-making authority still lies with our elected representatives. Even though a project may go through a common planning commission, the final decision depends on the location of the development. If a project is in unincorporated Larimer County, the final decision lies with the Board of County Commissioners. For projects in the Town limits, the responsibility lies with the Town Board of Trustees. To efficiently implement this unique model, the Town and the County have an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) outlining that Town staff will act on behalf of the County when needed to review and manage the land use code throughout the Valley, not just in Town
limits. Prior to this agreement, all applications and reviews for County projects were done by County staff in Fort Collins. We could have continued that practice even under the new model, but it was decided that for efficiency, continuity and for better customer service, the County would “hire� the Town to do the land use review and planning for all development within the unincorporated Estes Valley Planning area. The IGA provides that Town staff would also continue to administer planning inside the Town, as usual. Because this is a rather unique arrangement, it is sometimes confusing to citizens why the Town Board doesn’t have full control over land use actions outside of Town limits. When there is a project outside of Town limits under the authority of the Board of County Commissioners, Town staff are acting on their behalf. Just as the Board of County Commissioners have no authority to intervene on a project in the Town of Estes Park, it would be inappropriate for the Town Board to interfere with a development outside their legal jurisdiction. This remains the only regional joint planning area in the state. Several other areas have looked at the model and at least one area on the Western Slope is considering a similar system. A joint planning area removes annexation from land use discussions, provides uniformity throughout the Valley, gives more local control to decisions rather than being made down valley in Fort Collins, eliminates land use conflicts between the Town and County, and results in fewer rezonings. For citizens who come from areas with more traditional land use systems, this unified approach sometimes causes confusion. However, it has served the community well for almost twenty years and remains an innovative model of intergovernmental and community cooperation.
Town Offices Closed Labor Day The Town of Estes Park municipal offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 3, in
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Estes Park Emergency Communications Center Honored For Achieving Accreditation As Center Of Excellence Estes Park Emergency Communications Center is taking center stage in recognition of achieving the most prominent distinction in 911 emergency communication services. The communication center is the 257th emergency dispatch center in the world to attain International Academies of Emergency Dispatch® (IAED™) status as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) for its use of the Medical Priority Dispatch System™ (MPDS®). This distinction places it among the very highest-performing emergency dispatch agencies in the world. Employees of Estes Park Emergency Communications Center will be recognized for this accomplishment in April 2019 in Washington, D.C., during the IAED Navigator Conference. Chief Wes Kufeld commented, "This accomplishment is an excellent example of all of the hard work done by the Estes Park Police Department and I am very proud of the dedication and persistence of our dispatchers to obtain such high honors." ACE inspires agencies to provide superior, industry best practices in public safety and to employ efficient use of resources when handling all emergency call situations. Accreditation requires an intensive self-assessment based on the IAED's rigorous Twenty Points of Accreditation. In order to achieve accreditation, agencies must meet or exceed all twenty points of accreditation, which requires participation from the department chief down to the individual emergency dispatcher. Because ACE agencies abide by these standards and have fulfilled these requirements, callers can have peace of mind knowing their needs will always be appropriately addressed and that they will receive the help they need. Estes Park Emergency Communications Center is the 10th agency in the state of Colorado to achieve status as a Medical ACE. "The standards are very high, and to have done it as a small agency, with every call evaluated, gives it even more meaning," said Estes Park Emergency Communications Center Manager Susan Perney. "I am very proud of our staff and the work they put in to achieve this honor. Each and every emergency medical dispatcher does their very best to
achieve and maintain this level of performance. We are excited to be the 257th Medical ACE in the world!" Perney said achieving ACE wasn't easy. Fortunately, Estes Park has a dedicated staff that works together well and that wants to excel. "It took a lot of teamwork on the line level and individual feedback from our quality assurance team," she said. "We have constant training and call review. As for motivation everyone here always wants to be better, better, better! We are all very self-motivated in regard to [emergency medical dispatching]. Everyone takes responsibility for their own performance, and nobody wants to let the team down. I believe we have the best be dispatchers in the world in our th small center." sm The IAED's T B Board of Accredita tation reviews the ce center's applicati tion and docum mentation of the T Twenty Points aand conducts a tthorough on-site vvisit. "There's a tremendous amount of work that goes into achieving ACE status," said IAED Chair of Accreditation Christof C. Chwojka. "We're certainly proud of Estes Park Emergency Communications Center and its accomplishment." Not only is this a significant milestone for the entire team at Estes Park Emergency Communications Center, but Perney said it should give residents confidence that when they call 911, they can rely on highly trained emergency dispatchers to provide a high level of care. "In this day and age, the public expects excellence," Perney said. "They expect confidence and competency. Achieving the ACE distinction reaffirms to the public that the Estes Park Emergency Communications Center will be able to handle any emergency quickly and efficiently. It shows that it is not just our opinion-we have been evaluated and have met the high standards expected by IAED." There are more than 190 centers throughout the world that currently have the ACE distinction among the 3,500 centers worldwide using the fire, police, medical, and nurse triage protocols for safe and efficient response to the wide variety of emergency situations. IAED website: www.emergencydispatch.org
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Next Drug Collection Scheduled For October 27 Police encourage safe disposal of unwanted prescription and over-thecounter drugs On Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. the Town of Estes Park Police Department will offer Estes Park’s Drug Take Back Day to collect unused, unwanted and expired prescription and over-the-counter drugs for safe disposal — no questions asked. “Now is a good time to mark your calendar and start collecting everything you want to get out of the medicine cabinet,” commented Officer Gregg Filsinger, who manages this free service for the community. The collection will be held in front of Rocky Mountain Pharmacy, located at 455 East Wonderview Ave. in Upper Stanley Village. Police officers will collect the drugs, which will remain in the custody of law enforcement officers until they can be incinerated. Estes Park’s Drug Take Back Day is part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s national campaign to provide a safe way for people to empty their medicine cabinets of unwanted and potentially harmful prescription drugs. To
find participating collection sites in other communities, visit www.dea.gov. Misused and abused prescription drugs containing controlled substances can lead to cases of accidental poisoning, overdose and addiction. The most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicates that prescription medicines are the most abused drugs by Americans, next to marijuana. Seven of the 10 drugs most commonly abused by teenagers are prescription medicines and three quarters of teen prescription drug abusers obtain the drugs from family and friends — often from a home medicine cabinet. Ridding homes of these substances greatly reduces the potential for abuse and accidental poisoning. Items which cannot be accepted at the Drug Take Back Day collection sites are needles and sharps, mercury thermometers, oxygen containers, chemotherapy/radioactive substances, pressurized canisters, marijuana and illicit drugs. For more information, please contact Officer Gregg Filsinger of the Estes Park Police Department at 970-577-3868 or at 970-586-4000.
EVFPD firefighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles, allowing for a faster response. On other incidents, firefighters respond to a fire station to respond in department apparatus with specialized equipment. During the week of August 19, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 7 calls for service. This included: • Motor vehicle crashes: 1 • Emergency medical (assist EPMC): 2 • Smoke/odor investigation: 0 • Alarms: 1 • Fire: 1 • Gas Leak: 2
Next Mayor’s Chat Is Thursday, September 6 Estes Park Mayor Todd Jirsa invites community members to join him for a Mayor's ChatThursday, Sept. 6 at 3 p.m. at Rock Cut Brewing Company at 390 W. Riverside Dr. Mayor Jirsa holds regular Mayor's Chats, generally during the first week of each month, with varied dates, times and locations throughout Estes Park.
Masonic Lodge #183 Awards Scholarships Estes Park Masonic Lodge #183 awarded one thousand dollar scholarships to Estes Park High School graduates Giuliana Mazza and Chloe Walker. Both of these young students submitted their applications to the Grand Lodge of Masons in Colorado to apply for a four year renewable scholarship of seven thou-
sand dollars per year. Out of all of the students in Colorado who applied for this four year scholarship, Chloe Walker was selected to receive one of six awarded and will be attending Western State Colorado University in Gunnison, Colorado where she will be competing on the swim team. Ms. Giuliana Mazza will be Ms. Chloe Walker and Jack attending Aims Community D. Dinger, the Worshipful MasCollege for preliminary ter of Estes Park Masonic courses and then on to the Lodge #183 this year, are University of Northern Colshown with her award certifiorado in Greeley. cate.
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The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. On August 18 at 10:34 a.m. police issued a citation to a 43 year old female from Hamilton, MT in the 600 block of Bighorn Drive for a violation against the wildlife protection ordinance, unsecured trash. On August 20 at 5:04 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 400 block of E. Wonderview Ave. Upon arrival they arrested a 42 year old Estes Park male and charged him with harassment and domestic violence against a 52 year
old victim. He was transported to Larimer County Jail. On August 23 at 4:13 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 200 block of W. Elkhorn Ave. Upon arrival they charged a 27 year old Estes Park male with third degree assault against a 32 year old victim. The male was transported to Larimer County Jail. On August 23 at 10:21 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 1300 block of Manford Ave. and upon arrival they charged a 28 year old Estes Park male with harassment and domestic violence against a 25 year old victim. The male was transported to Larimer County Jail.
Community 9/11 Tribute At The American Legion Post 119 Estes Park Community 9/11 Tribute to Veterans, Active Duty Military, Fire, Police and all those affected by the events of 9/11. The Estes Park American Legion Post 119 and Flinch Forward would like to invite you to join them on Tuesday, 9/11/18 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Estes Park American Legion in remembrance of the 2,983 men, women and children who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. We will also be honoring our local veteran and active duty military, firefighters and police officers. An honor guard will be present and there will be a moment of silence in remembrance of the victims. American Legion Commander Loren Shriver, Estes Valley Fire Protection District Training Officer Paul Capo, Estes Park Police Department Captain Corey Pass and Flinch Forward Board Member and US Navy Reserve Commander Kendra Ryan
will be speaking on behalf of their organizations. The events of 9/11 affected each and every one of us profoundly and in different ways. It’s been 17 years since that tragic day, but we will always live in a
“post 9/11” world. 9/11 continues to impact the way we live our day to day lives. Everything from the way we travel to the way we conduct security and our military operations have been forever changed. Please join us for this special event, and let us never forget. Refreshments are being provided by Poppy’s Pizza and You Need Pie.
Labor Day Holiday Closure Larimer County Offices, Courts, DisLabor Day Holiday. trict Attorney, and Landfill will be closed Critical services at Larimer County are on Monday, September 3, 2018 for the not interrupted by closures.
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Groome Residence Is A “Neighborhood Bright Spot” The Estes Park in Bloom committee presented the "Neighborhood Bright Spot" award to Wayne and Sharon Groome Aug. 24. The committee presented the Groomes a hand-blown glass garden ornament made by Jerry Patterson at Patterson Glassworks Studio & Gallery, as well as a traveling sign to be displayed on their property. The Groomes have lived in their home in Little Valley for 17 years and
began building the flower gardens eight years ago. Sharon now plants and maintains several perennial beds that surround the front of the home and the patio area, along with vines and annual planters on the deck. Every corner of the property surrounding their home boasts fun and colorful garden art, accents, statues and
blooming flowers. When the Groomes moved to Estes Park from Florida, they began experimenting with landscaping in the mountains, finding success through trial and error, and carefully selected plants according to zone, sun and shade exposure. The plants are also selected according to the timing for blooms, ensuring season-long blooms in a variety of colors and textures.
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Casey’s Automotive Recognized As “Business Bright Spot” The Estes Park in Bloom committee presented the "Business Bright Spot" to Casey's Automotive Aug. 24. The committee presented a traveling sign for the property, a window cling and a framed certificate of recognition to owners Neil and Marianne Casey. The designation of a "Business Bright Spot" recognizes a business that places emphasis on beautifully maintained landscapes, floral displays and a tidy store front. Casey's Automotive is located at 701 Elm Road and has been in business in Estes Park for 34 years. It has occupied its current location for 17 years. Marianne created a vibrant space at the commercial property using sunflowers, vari-
Estes Valley Model Railroaders Meeting September 5 The Estes Valley Model Railroaders will have their Wednesday, September 5th meeting at 6:30 in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library. All are welcome to join us. The short business meeting will be followed by the evening’s program on a train ride through Canada. All interested folks are welcome to attend one of our meetings just to see what we are all about. We have variety of interests in the membership from operating trains, to model buildings and scenery, to history and train travel. Our members like to share their expertise with others so if you’d love to know more or need help with a project, please come join us. For more information or to be put on our email list for future events, email info@railsintherockies.org.
ous perennials, and colf l annuals l in unique orful planters along the front of the building and at the entrance. The Caseys continue to plan for future landscaping projects around the property. The Groomes and Casey's Automotive received the final "Bright Spot" awards of the 2018 season. Stay tuned for more information on a special award to be given during the holiday season.For more information or to become in-
volved in the Estes Park in Bloom project, contact Keri Kelly at 970-577-3782
or email kkelly@estes.org.
Next Great Decisions Meeting September 4
Please join us on Tuesday, September 4th at 11:30 a.m. in the Hondius Room of the library for a discussion on South Africa, facilitated by Penny Pritchett. The African National Congress (ANC) party has governed South Africa since the end of apartheid in 1994. But the party today suffers from popular frustration over official corruption and economic stagnation. Given America’s history of opportunistic engagement with Africa, there are few prospects for a closer relationship between the two countries. Come and discuss what relationship is possible between the U.S. and South Africa.
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Workforce Housing And The Housing Needs Assessment Column by the Estes Park EDC
Amongst important challenges in the Estes Park community, is a very current issue – workforce housing. Estes Park EDC’s mission includes promoting the use of “the tools of economic development to create a more dynamic, multi-generational community to the benefit of all citizens.” The Estes Valley’s economic vitality depends upon an adequate local workforce. Our organization formed in large part due to awareness that housing needs for that workforce were not being addressed. As has been tested in our recent history, everything the valley needs to provide essential services must be provided in the valley. Workforce housing is a key component of ensuring essential services. Video links and written reports on the scope of this problem and solutions can be found at: www.estesparkedc.com/ estes-park-workforce-housing/ On July 19, our Board heard a presentation concerning Estes Park housing needs from the Estes Park Housing Authority. Board members were struck by the fact that the first two of the four housing needs assessments closely paralleled the number of units actually developed. Indeed, they understood that the methodology for all four studies was substantially similar. This helped ensure the ability to compare projections of demand over time. Our Board’s concern is that as a result of the 2008 recession, new housing units constructed did not rise to meet the 2008 Needs Assessment demand forecast. It is crucial to recognize that all of the defined multi-family projects discussed to date are not sufficient to meet even past demand. The 2016 Needs Assessment simply confirms that outcome. By 2016, the “catch-up” units needed was estimated at 670 housing units, with a forecasted need for 890 to 1,040 apartment units needed by the year 2020. Based upon our Board’s July 19 meeting, and more importantly all the data
developed and information presented over time to our Board, our Board accepts the 2016 “Estes Park Area Housing Needs Assessment” as a reasonable market forecast of demand. Despite the limitations inherent in any forecast, none of the vague or circular criticisms raised to date about the Needs Assessment are sufficient grounds to reject acting on well-grounded community needs. Employers can attest that this is a challenging environment, with many year-round positions remaining unfilled. It is unfortunate that some residents refuse to acknowledge the testimony of our employers and managers. The needs are real, and negatively affect the ability to recruit and retain employees providing essential community services. The workforce housing problem is the biggest issue facing our community. For us to function as a community, we need to ensure we have sufficient workforce housing to provide a variety of services here—not depend upon locations outside the Estes Valley. We re-affirm Estes Park EDC’s support for the positive steps toward a solutions taken by the Town Board to date. Given the overwhelming public testimony and survey data developed, which together identify and quantify the workforce housing problem, our Board asks that staff and elected and appointed officials act on implementation of plans that meet these identified issues. As the Comprehensive Plan update gets under way, we respectfully request that our public officials continue to call for community-wide solutions to identified problems. This community-wide process will result in clear public policies, thus enabling the Estes Valley to face the challenges of the future. Unfortunately, opposition to specific projects has trumped the ability to accomplish anything for workforce housing. Meanwhile, Estes Park EDC will continue to support solutions as the Town of Estes Park’s partner in the economic health of this community.
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While I am in Lincoln, Nebraska visiting family, I have given this space to a substitute columnist with an opinion shared by many—but not all—Estesians. Please welcome Mary Ann Kundtz, a woman I have always admired for her spiritual soul, compassionate heart, and thoughtful insight far wiser than I will ever achieve. Here are Mary Ann’s thoughts: I ask myself, what does the word “progress” mean? My dictionary tells me that progress is about advances made which can produce improvements in the human condition. OK. So, what does that say about the proposed Mountain Coaster planned for land on Dry Gulch Road in Estes Park? Does the intended coaster aim to improve the human condition? Proponents of the development have said that it will not denigrate the environment around it, that it will support the economic stability of our town and that we should support development because change is inevitable. I disagree with all three of these statements made in support of the coaster. I believe the reason our town exists is because it is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. This is what people for over a century have come here to see. Townspeople through the years have worked to protect the natural beauty of this valley as an entry to our national treasure. It is a beautiful place to visit, to live and work in, to raise families, to do business, to retire in and to contribute to its quality of life. I don’t believe it was meant to be an amusement
park—except for the elk and deer coexisting in the perfect habitat to rear their offspring, the fox kits tumbling in the fields, the eagle soaring above the waters, the flickers, nuthatches and chickadees finding shelter in the trees, and the ground squirrels chipmunks, and Abert’s squirrels frolicking among the pines. This is their amusement park. We are here to be amused by them. Our codes, zoning and laws have been painstakingly crafted through the years by citizens working together and through their local government to keep this community blight-free and a complement to the National Park. We need quality of life not quantity of tourists when we consider new development. I do not believe the Mountain Coaster project contributes to the common good of this community in any way. I believe it profits only the one who owns it. I believe we are asked to be stewards of our land, to honor and protect it for coming generations. We see the effects of “progress,” ill-considered, destroying beauty and livelihoods all over the world. In the name of progress, does the proposed Mountain Coaster improve the human condition? Estes Valley deserves better. You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2018 Sarah Donohoe
Salud Family Health Center Fruit & Veggies-More Matters Month Salud Family Health Centers is proud to participate in Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month. Most people know that eating fruits and vegetables is important for good health, but most of us still aren't getting enough. Eating a healthy diet with plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you: • lower your risk for heart disease and some types of cancer; • maintain or reach a healthy weight; and • keep your body strong and active. Here are some ideas to help you and your family fit more fruits and vegetables into your day: Keep a bowl of fruit handy where the whole family can see it. Cut up fruits and veggies ahead of time so they're ready for quick, healthy snacks. Challenge your family to try a new veggie or fruit every week. Remember, eating more fruits and veg-
gies can be fun - and it's worth it! The Estes Park Salud Foundation sponsors community outreach education, including an upcoming four-week cooking series on diabetes prevention and survival beginning Thursday, October 18. To find out more information or sign up for classes, contact community health educator Chazz Glaze at (970) 364-0040 or aveganwithaltitude@gmail.com. The Estes Park Salud Family Health Center is located at 1950 Redtail Hawk Drive. To schedule an appointment, call 970-484-0999 or 303-MYSALUD. The website address is www.saludclinic.org. At Salud Family Health Centers, we provide quality, affordable primary health care services to keep you and your family healthy. We serve all members of the community regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Salud accepts Medicaid, Medicare, CHP+, and most private insurance plans.
On This Day In History - August 31 2004 -The Republican party nominates George W. Bush as its presidential candidate 1987-Michael Jackson's "Bad" video premieres on CBS TV 1975-Former Teamsters' president James Hoffa reported missing
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Alpaca Market This Weekend In Estes Park Plan on attending the 19th Annual Estes Park Alpaca Market this weekend, September 1st and 2nd at the Estes Park Event Complex. This will be a great opportunity to see alpacas up close and personal and to shop a wide variety of alpaca products. The event is free to the public and there is plenty of parking available at the Event Complex or you can catch the shuttle from the Visitor Center in downtown Estes Park. Alpacas are member of the camelid family, closely related to llamas and camels. Alpacas have been domesticated for over 5,000 years and are one of the oldest domesticated livestock species in the world. They were first imported as livestock into the United states in 1983. There are now approximately 400,000 alpacas in the country, with well over 200 ranches in the state of Colorado alone. Alpacas are an environmentally friendly livestock, much easier on pasture than other animals and are also much more ef-
ficient. Alpacas are shorn once a year to harvest their incredibly soft fiber, normally in late April through mid June here in Colorado. Alpacas will live an
estimated 20 years, with some living as old as 28 years. The males are larger than the females, on average. Gestation length for the female alpaca is approximately 342 days and the females are induced ovulators. Twins are extremely rare, as the moms do not have enough milk to support twins. An alpaca will shear, on average, five to seven pounds of fiber each year. An adult alpaca weighs on average 150 pounds and stands three feet high at the backline. They eat 2% of the body weight a day, or about three pounds of hay. Alpacas come in 22 natural colors, their fiber is more durable and more insulating than sheep’s wool and is as fine as cashmere. The fiber can be processed into any
number of high end garments, from scarfs, hats, shawls, blankets, gloves and socks. Even the coarser fiber on the legs and belly of the alpaca is usable for rugs, shoe insoles or felt. There will be a number of ranches at the event with their alpacas, more than willing to answer all your questions about raising these wonderful animals. All these ranches have been raising alpacas for more than ten years, and the depth of experience means they have seen almost everything. There will be demonstrations (spinning, felting, weaving, etc.) during the event to show you how to use this exquisite fiber. There will also be a large number of vendors at the event selling every imaginable alpaca product from raw fleeces to roving to yarns to a large variety of hand crafted and commercial finished products. Some of our vendors are true artisans making one of a kind garments that you will not find anywhere else. There will be drawings throughout both days for door prizes (must be present to win) so plan on stopping by and register at the welcome desk. The Alpaca Market will be open Saturday, Sept. 1st from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and on Sunday, Sept. 2nd from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Larry or Becky Zierer at lzbalpacas@aol.com or at (303) 475-4793. The address for the market is Estes Park Event Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way, Estes Park.
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Help The Elk Stay Untangled Time to stow away your swings, hammocks, volleyball nets, tomato cages By: Kris Hazelton
The elk rut in the Estes Valley is underway and the Colorado Parks and Wildlife
now urges us to please look around our homes, yards and businesses for items that the elk may get tangled up in. Just last week a large bull got his antlers caught in the ropes of a swingset swing. The bull walked by and tried to spar with the swing, causing the entanglement. Passers-by called Colorado Parks and Wildlife to get help and a wildlife officer arrived and drug immobilized the bull and freed him. Luckily, this story had a happy ending but if help doesn’t arrive quickly enough, elk have been known to struggle so hard that
they fracture their skulls and tragically die in these entrapments. When bull elk are pumped up with testosterone, anything that moves can be of interest. Swings, hammocks, volleyball nets and tire swings blowing in the wind pose a challenge for the elk and they will approach these items and try to spar with them. This can be a very dangerous practice as their antlers can easily become entangled in these items we have all around our homes and yards. The CPW is urging all residents to bring these items in for the fall, to avoid any encounters such as the entangled elk shown on this page. Lets make sure to look over our yards and bring in anything that might pose an entrapment hazard for our resident elk with which we share our beautiful mountain community. Also, the CPW wants to remind everyone to enjoy watching the elk rut, but please do so at a safe and respectable dis-
tance to the animals. Even though it is fun and educational to watch this display remember, these are wild animals, in the midst of their mating season. The bulls are concerned with one thing, and one thing only, mating with as many of the females in their harem as they can. The elk don’t care who or what is in their way, their goal is to pass down their genes to their offspring. It is extremely dangerous to get too close to these wild animals. Avoid potential accident, injury or death by always viewing from a safe distance. If an animal is carefully watching you and appears "jumpy," you are way too close. Avoid eye
contact and back away. Raise your arms to make yourself look larger. For photographers, a good rule of thumb is "give them room, use your zoom.” Never attempt to touch or feed wildlife, it's dangerous and illegal. There's a reason it's called wildlife.
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Bear Proofing Your Home Helps Protect Estes Park’s Bears Properly bearproofing homes and cars not only prevents property damage, but keeps you, your neighbors and Estes Park's bears safer. Kris Hazelton
As if bears weren’t already known for their insatiable hunger, the end of summer triggers an instinctual need to pack on the pounds to prepare for the months of hibernation ahead. Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds everyone that this quest for calories, called hyperphagia, will send bears on an urgent search for food making it especially important to bearproof your homes and cars when in bear country. During this 'feeding frenzy,' bears will try to eat up to 20,000 calories a day to build up their fat reserves ahead of winter, often searching for food up to 20 hours a day. Hyperphagia also triggers changes to a bear’s preferred food sources, shifting from their summer diet of insects, leaves, and flowers of broad-leafed plants to a higher fat and carbohydrate diet of fruits and nuts. It also means hungry bears will be actively seeking out the types of meals found in your trash can and around your home. "Bearproofing your property - including both homes and cars - becomes even more important this time of year," said Jerrie McKee, district wildlife manager with CPW. "It only takes one person to disregard common-sense precautions for a bear to get into their trash or their home. That one careless person increases the chances that the bear will move on to a neighbor’s home, car or trash can. We want everyone to understand why it’s so important to take the steps to keep your property, your neighborhood, and ultimately our bear population safer." Wildfires across the state this year may lead to more bears seeking food outside of their usual habitat, but CPW stresses that humans should not try to “help” bears by leaving food out or not hazing animals away. The agency urges residents and visitors to continue taking special care to secure trash, pet food, birdseed and other easy sources of calories for bears. “Wildlife, including bears, are very resilient during times of habitat stress, ” said McKee. “In most cases, animals affected by wildfires or other stressors do not require human intervention to find food. Properly bearproofing your home may mean taking several of the recommended steps below: Keep Bears Out Close and lock all bear-accessible windows and doors when you leave the house, and at night before you go to bed. Install sturdy grates or bars on windows
if you must leave them open. Keep car doors and windows closed and locked if you park outside. Make sure there’s nothing with an odor in your vehicle, including candy, gum, air fresheners, trash, lotions and lip balms. Close and lock garage doors and windows at night and when you’re not home; garage doors should be down if you are home but not outside. Install extra-sturdy doors if you have a freezer, refrigerator, pet food, bird seed, or other attractants stored in your garage. Remove any tree limbs that might provide access to upper level decks and windows. Replace exterior lever-style door handles with good quality round door knobs that bears can’t pull or push open. Get Rid of Attractants Don’t leave trash out overnight unless it’s in a bear-proof enclosure or container. Be sure to research all local ordinances and regulations if vacationing. Don’t store food of any kind in an unlocked garage, flimsy shed or on or under your deck. Don’t leave anything with an odor outside, near open windows or in your vehicle, even if you’re home. That includes scented candles, air fresheners, lip balms and lotions. Only feed birds when bears are hibernating. If you want to feed birds when bears are active, bring in seed or liquid feeders at night or when you leave home. Teach Bears They’re Not Welcome If a bear comes close to your home, scare it away. Loud noises like a firm yell, clapping your hands, banging on pots and pans or blowing an air horn sends most bears running. Utilize electric fencing, unwelcome mats and scent deterrents like ammonia to teach bears that your property is not bearfriendly. If a bear enters your home, open doors and windows and ensure it can leave the same way it got in. Don’t approach the bear or block escape routes. Never approach a bear. Colorado Parks and Wildlife has several resources available that can help you find the right methods for protecting your home and property while bears are most active. For additional information, see our Living with Bears page or visit cpw.state.co.us.
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Dr. Dumont speaks about the Community Wellness Program.
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Update On The Community Wellness Program Estes Park Health wants to be on the forefront of the paradigm shift from treating illness to pursuing paths that keep our community healthy. The Estes Park Health Community Wellness Program will focus on using currently available resources – internally and in the community – to educate on healthy lifestyle choices, for people of all ages. Estes Park Health will accomplish this by working within the community to understand the prevailing health and wellness needs, then implement services and programs to meet those needs. “Health is in our name, it’s why we exist, and it’s what our community wants,” states Larry Leaming, Chief Executive Officer of Estes Park Health. “We want to expand existing wellness programs and create new services that help keep all of us happy, healthy and a vital part of our vibrant community.” “Research is increasingly showing a profound ability for individuals to improve health status through lifestyle modification. However, a health care team which is focused on supporting such endeavors is critical, and Estes Park Health is poised to create just such a team within a re-envisioned wellness service line,” shared Frank Dumont, MD. It is understood that the people that come to live and visit Estes Park are here because of the lifestyle that the Estes Valley offers. Outdoor and indoor activities abound and create an opportunity for our community and visitors to be active year-round. Dr. Dumont further explains, “Governor Hickenlooper has indicated that he wants Colorado to be the healthiest state in the nation. Considering who we are and where we are, Estes Park has the potential to be the brightest star in Col-
orado’s constellation of wellness.” Estes Park Health wants to keep people moving and doing with the help of our Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Services, maintain strong heart health guided by our Cardiology team, retain overall health with regular Internal Medicine check-ups and age appropriate diagnostic testing and encourage healthy start of life habits, like breastfeeding, with the encouragement of our Birth Center. This wellness movement will not be defined by four walls. “The proposed Wellness Center building on Lot 4 near the Stanley Hotel is not financially feasible right now and we don’t want to wait years for a building project to enhance the health and wellness of our community. There are still 95 years on the lease and it could still become a reality someday,” shares Leaming. It is the desire of Estes Park Health to create relationships with existing community resources to unfold the new Community Wellness Program. About Estes Park Health-Founded in 1975 by the residents of Estes Park, Estes Park Health is the community’s comprehensive health-care resource with a focus on superior, compassionate care that consistently receives high patient-satisfaction scores. The Estes Park Health system serves the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. It integrates acute and emergency care with community health, includes the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic health care through medical and surgical services; a 25-bed critical access acute care facility, a 24-hour emergency department with ambulance service and air transport; a primary care and specialty clinic; home health and hospice; and a 60-bed skilled nursing facility.
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Congratulations To the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team! The Estes Park Mountain Bike Team riders and who is currently the fastest Club competes with over sopho1,200 students in the Colmore orado High School Cycling rider in League, with 575 of those the entire students in their North Colorado Conference. On Saturday, High August 25th, they had their School first race of the season at Cycling the Frisco Bay Invitational. League, Freshmen and Sophomores Ben Ferraced for 12.3 miles and ree with Junior Varsity raced for 18.3 10th place miles on the challenging in the course around the Frisco FreshAdventure Park. The team’s man Boys top three finishers were: Sophomore Boys 1st Place Finisher Peyton competPeyton Wilkerson with 1st Wilkerson - Peyton will wear the Leader Jer- ing place in the Sophomore against Boys competing against 114 sey at the next race in Steamboat Springs. 110 riders, and Sydney Lewelling with 19th place in the Freshman Girls competing against 47 riders. All the other team members raced their hearts out and moved up in starting positions by 20 to 50 positions: Sophomore Nathan Santagati, Juniors Max Cramer, Cade Cox, Sam DavFreshman Girls 19th Place Finisher Sydney Lewelling. enport, and Ashton Sydney racing her second lap for 12.3 miles.
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Long, and Senior Riley Hunt. As far as team standings, the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team is currently in 5th place out of the 15 schools in Division 3 but is only one point away from 4th place. With amazing finishes like this last weekend they will be moving up in the ranks quickly and cannot wait for their Sophomore Boys 1st Place Finisher Peyton Wilkerson on 2nd race on September th the podium. 9 in Steamboat Springs. Congrats to Go, Bobcats! the EP Mountain Bike Team!
Start of Freshman Boys Race with 110 riders.
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It’s My Privilege. With so many acronyms after her name, this registered nurse and volunteer re ghter leaves little doubt about her advanced training. Yet Rachel offers something even more invaluable to our Emergency & Trauma Services: the perseverance to nd solutions for her patients. Because it’s your worst day, Rachel and her colleagues bring all their best to whomever and whatever walks through the door. Now, how’s that for peace of mind? Rachel Hofsess, RN, BSN, CEN Emergency & Trauma Service
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Sunrise Rotary Presents Labor Day Arts And Crafts Show In Bond Park This weekend is the Labor Day Arts and Crafts show in Bond Park hosted by the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary. The show is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday. The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary has been hosting the Annual Labor Day Arts & Crafts show since 2009. This long-running show, originally hosted by the Estes Park Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years, is a favorite for many locals and visitors alike. Local artists will be showcasing their jewelry, photographs, clothing, personal items, pottery, unique yard decor to amazing wood pieces and much more! Make sure you stop by the kid’s table for some "crafty” time and the Silent Auction tent to bid on one of the many donated items from the vendors. You might just go away a winner. The Labor Day Arts and Crafts show is one of two fundraisers hosted by the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary each year. The other is Autumn Gold--Beer, Brats and Bands, a community event in Bond Park coming up the weekend of September 22 and 23.
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Here’s what Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary did locally with the funds raised last year. They awarded $25,000 of community grants to the following Estes Park non-profits providing important services: • Ballet Renaissance (costumes for performers) • Big Elk Meadows Volunteer Fire Department (Breakaway vests for volunteers) • Boys & Girls Club of America (Estes Summer program) • Crossroads Ministry (direct services to clients) • EPNRC (resource library equipment) • EV Restorative Justice (volunteer training costs) • EVICS (scholarships for child care) • Families for Estes (books for children in need) • Glen Haven Flood Relief (plumbing for town hall) • The Learning Place (scholarships for tutoring) • Partners Mentoring Youth (monthly group activities) • Estes Valley Watershed Coalition (trees and native grasses to be planted in flood areas) In addition, a total of $4,700 was awarded to Blue Santa, Boy Scouts, EP Veterans, the Explorer Program, and the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition; $6,000 was a matching contribution based on membership’s personal contribution to a local non-profit; and $18,000 was awarded in educational scholarships by the Sunrise Rotary Foundation to Estes Park high school graduates. These contributions to local groups couldn’t be possible without the support of generous sponsors, vendors, volunteers, patrons and participants at these events. Below is the list of sponsors for the 2018 events. Please thank them for giving back to the community.
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Kids Nite Out Comes To Estes Park 1700 Brodie Ave, across from High School More Information at pccrusa.org and 970-586-4404 Sunday Service at 10:00am Children Welcome Pipe Organ - Chapel Choir - Bell Choirs
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Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), the provider of numerous recreational opportunities in Estes Valley, is excited to announce that Kids’ Nite Out, the popular program offered throughout the U. S., is coming to Estes Park. Starting Saturday, September 8, children ages 7 to 14 can enjoy a safe, fun evening at the Estes Valley Community Center while their parents enjoy a quiet night at home or a night on the town. Every Saturday night from September 8 to May 18 from 7 to 10:30 p.m., excluding four holiday weekends, EVRPD will host children through the Kids’ Nite Out program at the community center. This safe, supervised program offers kids a place to play games, swim in the leisure pool, dance to the beat provided by a DJ, participate in contests and have a light meal. The four holiday weekend dates when Kids’ Nite Out will not be offered are November 24, December 22, December 29 and January 5. For September, the themes include:
P September 8: black light night with glow necklace giveaway, black light laser tag, glow dance party and more. P September 15: supersized fun night with giant connect four tournament, jumbo beach volleyball, giant eating contest and more. P September 22: emoji mania with ultimate freeze tag, emoji decoder hunt, face painting and more. P September 29: sweet treat night with cupcake walk, donut float in the lazy river, pie face tournament and more. “We are excited to bring this popular program to the families of Estes Park, ” said Nolan Oberg, Recreation Coordinator for EVRPD. “There aren’t many options in town for the pre-teen kids so this will provide a perfect outing to look forward to every weekend. As a father of three young boys, I know parents will look forward to it even more. ” Kids’ Nite Out operates on a 1:20 staff ratio. Estes Park Police Department will provide an officer for every event, and kids are not permitted to leave the facility unless checked out by a parent. Admission is $12 per child with an additional $5 option for dinner. Registration is not required; pay with cash or check at the door. For more information, visit kidsniteout.org or call Nolan Oberg, Recreation Coordinator, at 970-586-8191 ext. 112.
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Senior Services Offerings From EVRPD 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center. The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Estes Valley Recreation and Park District Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal (EVRPD), provider of numerous recrepart of aging. If someone you know is ational and community activities in the affected by Alzheimer’s disease or deEstes Valley, is pleased to provide a robust mentia, it’s time to learn the facts. This program of senior services for the Estes program provides information on detecValley community. Here are a few of the tion, possible causes, risk factors, stages featured programs for the coming weeks. of the disease, treatment, and more. For a complete listing of activities, includKatie Fahrenbruch, M.Ed., Regional Diing registration information, visit rector of the Alzheimer’s Association of evrpd.com/seniorservices. Colorado, will present. Health & Wellness The free program will take place on Shingrix: A New Defense Against the Wednesday, September 5 from 1 to 2:30 Shingles Virus p.m. at the community center. AdJoin Amber Crawford, Pharmacy Man- vanced registration is required. ager at Safeway Pharmacy in Estes Park, To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, for a free presentation about the shingles call 970-586-8191, or stop by the comvirus. You will learn what shingles is, the munity center. risk factors for contracting the virus, and Office on Aging Resources and Servthe recommendations for getting a vaccine. ices for Older Adults The effectiveness between two types of Join Linda Rumney, Lead Program Covaccines will be discussed, as well as the ordinator with Larimer County Departpossible side effects and who should get a ment of Human Services, as she provaccine and why. vides an overview of the Larimer The presentation will take place on TuesCounty Office on Aging (LCOA). The day, September 4 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at program will explain who they are, what the community center. Advanced registraservices they provide, and why and tion is required. when to call them. Linda will focus on To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call two of LCOA’s programs: Options
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Counseling and Caregiver Consults. In addition, she will cover specific programs and services that are available in Estes Park. This free program will take place on Wednesday, September 5 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the community center. Advanced registration is required. To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center. First Thursday Meditation No prior meditation experience is necessary. Each session will include a guided meditation, a silent meditation, and an exploration of issues and challenges that may arise in developing one’s own practice. The next session will be Thursday, September 6 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Estes Valley Community Center. First Friday Cultivating Well-Being Join us the first Friday of each month to explore evidence/experience-based approaches that can assist us with developing and cultivating well-being in our daily lives. There is extensive research that supports happiness and well-being that can even emerge out of facing our anger, depression, and grief. “Blue zones” that contain centenarians who live happy and fulfilling lives, and healthy communities have now been studied for decades, providing guidance to lead us toward healthier cultural, psychological, and physiological lifestyle choices throughout our entire lives. Come with an open mind and a willingness to listen and share. The next session will be Friday, September 7 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Estes Valley Community Center. No registration is necessary. Fitness N’Balance N’Balance is a progressive exercise class that will help you feel better, decrease falls, and increase self-confidence and independence. This eight-week class series is sponsored by a grant from the Larimer County Office on Aging as part of a fall prevention initiative. N’Balance is an evidenced based program developed by the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness. Certified N’ Balance instructor Beth Headley will lead the class. The class series will be held twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., September 11 through November 1 at the community center. There is no cost, however, donations to the Larimer County Office on Aging are welcome. Class participants must be at least 60 years old and a resident of Larimer County.
Registration is open now and must be done in person at the community center. A short, mandatory balance evaluation is required before class starts. Please call senior services at 970-5868191 to schedule a time to meet in person before being registered for the class. Step Into Your Creative Space The Great Courses® Lecture Series: Master Works of American Art A nation’s identity is expressed through its art. Great painters capture the essence of a culture’s brightest hopes, deepest anxieties, and most profound aspirations. They provide an aesthetic road map to a nation’s history, recording the lives of its citizens and reflecting the personality of an entire people. In this course, you will see the diversity and range of American art and the enormous talent of those who created it. Join Professor William Kloss, Independent Art History for the Smithsonian Institution, as he reveals the vital and vibrant tradition of American art in this fascinating DVD lecture series. This free 12-week series meets Mondays, September 10 through November 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the community center. Live discussion will be facilitated by Lois Sumey. No registration is necessary; just drop in for any or all lectures. Natural Dreamwork: Exploring the Meaning and Intention of our Dreams Do you wake from your dreams and wonder, “What was that all about?” Do you sense that your dreams have a deeper, unexplored meaning? Do you feel curious and perhaps a little fear about what you’ll discover? As unique as our fingerprints or DNA, our dreams change and grow as we do. Join Natural Dreamwork Practitioner Mary Jo Heyen on Tuesday, September 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to further explore your dreams. This free program will be held at the community center, and advanced registration is required. For more information on Mary Jo’s background and training, please visit her website, Dreams: The Sacred Experiment, at www.maryjoheyen.com. To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center. Labor Day Closure Senior Services will be closed on Monday, September 3 in observance of Labor Day. Registration To register for these programs or for more information about the new community center, including senior services, visit evrpd.com/recguide or call 970586-8191. You can also stop by the community center at 660 Community Drive.
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Another Great Season Ending At The Community Garden As the third season draws to a close at the Estes Valley Community Garden, we look back with pride at our growth and the success that comes from many hands making work at least do-able, if not light. None of this would have been possible without an outpouring of support and volunteers from the community. Our brief history includes groundbreaking in November of 2015, followed by putting up a fence and building 68 raised plots that were gardened in 2016. Last year we suffered a temporary setback when part of the fence blew down in a major windstorm, but the opportunity to rebuild it while extending our western border gave us more space. In 2017 and 2018 we provided 90 4’ by 10’ plots shared by individual gardeners and several community organizations (Crossroads Ministry, the Girl Scouts, the Elementary School Garden Club, and the Boys and Girls Club). A drip system has encouraged the growth of fantastic vegetables and flowers, while communal areas support amazing butterfly gardens and a variety of fruits. We have also welcomed nest-
ing bluebirds and swallows; less welcome are the inevitable gophers and ground squirrels, who “share” a bit of our harvest. In addition to the garden space, we offer a variety of free programs during the year that are open for anyone to attend. Topics for 2018 have included seed starting, succession planting, drip irrigation for the home gardener, and a wonderful “all about bees” presentation designed especially for the Elementary School Garden Club. We are delighted to see that high altitude gardening is not only possible but also highly successful! For those who may be interested in gardening with us, plot applications are accepted yearround at evcg.org/join-us and will be placed on a first come-first served waiting list. There is currently no limit to how long one may keep a plot, but there has been turnover every year. We invite you to visit the garden at the corner of Community Drive and Manford Avenue. For more information, see evcg.org. Barbara MacAlpine, Board President Estes Valley Community Garden
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Nathan Richardson 11th Grade Estes Park News would like to congrat- After high school Nathan plans to atulate Nathan Richardson, Student of the tend college and eventually become a Week for August 31, 2018! lighting designer for theatrical performSchool activities Nathan enjoys are be- ances. ing a member of Student Council, the Thespian Society and Concert Choir. Nathan has earned two varsity letters for choir. He was inducted into the Thespian Society and is currently Vice President of the Class of 2020. Outside of school he enjoys ski racing, and doing lighting design for the Estes Park High School. Nathan truly enjoys working hands-on jobs and helping people. Nathan’s favorite quote is “You do the hokey pokey and you turn yourself around, that’s what it’s all about!” He likes this quote because he loves the idea that something as simple and fun as the hokey pokey is what it’s all about! Bank of Estes Park Student Legacy Award: In addition to being awarded the Student of the Week, each winner will be given the opportunity to nominate the school program of their choice for the chance to win $500. At the end of the school year, one such nomination will be randomly selected, and that school program will be awarded the $500 Bank of Estes Park Student Legacy Award, in that student's name.
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“THERE ISN’T MUCH THAT I CAN DO!” OR IS THERE? I had the privilege of exploring this subject with a group of Christian businessmen in Longmont recently. It generated a lot of good discussion because most of these men had long since retired and, for some, it was easy to come to the conclusion expressed above. So it was exciting to hear their change in thinking as our discussion went along. It is good for all of us to think about the reality that each of us can make a difference and to challenge ourselves to do so. An anonymous writer shares these words with us: “There isn’t much that I can do, but I can share my bread with you…as on our way we go. There isn’t much that I can do, but I can sit an hour with you, and I can share a joke with you, and sometimes share reverses, too…as on our way we go. There isn’t much that I can do, but I can share my flowers with you, and I can share my books with you and sometimes share your burdens, too…as on our way we go. There isn’t much that I can do, but I can share my songs with you, and I can share my mirth with you, and sometimes come and laugh with you…as on our way we go. There isn’t much that I can do, but I can share my hopes with you, and I can share my fears with you, and sometimes shed some tears with you…as on our way we go. There isn’t much that I can do, but I can share my friends with you, and I can share my life with you, and oftentimes share a prayer with you…as on our way we go” These words should say a lot to each of us about good that can be done by some of the simplest things, things that most all of us can do to make life better for those around us, with very little effort. “I can share my bread with you.” We hear of people ‘paying it forward’ in a café when someone nearby ‘comes up short’. We think of similar physical things that can ‘brighten the corner’ of a person who is struggling. However, so many of the ‘things’ we can do, are not physical. In the Bible Peter and John encountered a crippled man asking for alms. They said: “Silver and gold have we none, but what we have we give to you.” Like them we cannot provide financial help for all, and we cannot provide healing like they did, but we can do other things that ‘heal’ in a different way. I can ‘share their burden’, by sympathetically listening as they share their pain or loss. I can ‘share my songs’ or tune in to theirs, and we can enjoy them together. I can share a smile, an uplifting joke, or some good news with them and we can laugh together. In a world that seems pretty bleak people can be uplifted by your words of hope and encouragement. Sometimes ‘shedding tears’ together can be such a blessing. We remember the time that Jesus was with Mary and Martha as they grieved the death of their brother. It’s here that we read the shortest verse in the Bible… “Jesus wept!” He wept as He felt their pain. The Bible says: “Weep with those that weep.” I felt sad for a preacher friend who shared, sadly, “I would give anything if I could cry. I was taught that ‘men don’t cry’…so I never have.” For people around us who express feelings of loneliness, we can ‘share our friends’ with them, thus providing a support group. And ‘prayer’ is always appropriate. It can be a silent prayer, but often people will be more lifted in spirit when you pray aloud with them about their situation. And, of course, “more things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of” as the poet wrote. There isn’t much that I can do? Don’t kid yourself. Your efforts can be life-changing to those who need your encouragement so much. Let’s make a difference. Bob
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Interpretation And Preservation To Take Place At Birch Ruins Through State Grant Awarded To Museum
The Birch Ruins.
Upon completion of the project, the public will be invited to visit the site The Estes Park Museum has been with programs that awarded a grant of will highlight the his$24,675 from the History of Al Birch (the tory Colorado State original owner of the Historical Fund bungalow and cabin), (SHF). This grant will the catastrophic fire support work on the that took place there, Birch Ruins located at and the preservation Centennial Park at the work enabled by the Knoll-Willows Open awarded grant. Space. The project is "The Birch Ruins three-fold and inCabin have often and volves preservation been noted as a hiswork on the stone toric gem located masonry of the Birch right downtown. Ruins, extending the This is a great opporviewing platform to tunity to continue to better protect the Historic images such as this, were preserve, interpret, structure and allow used to determine the height to extend and protect the strucvisitors a more comthe walkway which was originally intures that were placed prehensive experience, stalled over a decade ago. under Town stewardand installing several ship in 2001," noted interpretive panels of Museum Director, Derek Fortini. the historic site, structure, and viewshed. Additionally, there will be interTo follow the progress of the project pretive signage installed below the Birch through social media, join the Museum Ruins at the Birch Cabin. Facebook page, www.facebook.com/EstesParkMuseum. SHF grants are awarded through a competitive application process. This The mission of the Estes Park Museum grant signifies that the Estes Park Muis to conduct activities that preserve, seum values high-quality historic share and respect the unique history of preservation and demonstrates strong Estes Park. public and community support. The For more information, call the Estes Estes Park Museum will increase preser- Park Museum at 970-586-6256 or visit vation awareness in Estes Park and the Museum's website at throughout Colorado. www.estes.org/museum.
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No Downtown Walking Tours Sept. 3 Tours Resume September 4th-25th
Discover Historic Downtown Estes Park There will be no Downtown Walking Tour on Labor Day, Monday, September 3, 2018. Tours will resume on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Downtown Walking Tours are hosted by the Estes Park Museum. During the tour, participants will be guided by trained docents to explore historic photographs from the Museum's collection to aid in comparing the past to the present as they walk through Downtown Estes Park. In 1905, Cornelius Bond and the Estes Park Town Company hired Abner Sprague to plat the downtown district. Within weeks, lots along the street named "Elkhorn Avenue" were taken up and new businesses were introduced. Over the course of a decade, the basic footprint of the town we know today established many of the buildings that started as hotels, schools, private homes, and businesses.
Identical tours are offered on Mondays and Tuesdays (except Labor Day, September 3) and run through Tuesday, September 25. Tours meet at 8:15 a.m. at the northeast corner of Bond Park (next to the Enos Mills sculpture at MacGregor and Park Avenues) and begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. The tour group will walk west through town, return to the same starting site by 10:00 a.m., and travel a distance of 0.7 miles. The cost is $8, payment can be made in cash or check (payable to the Town of Estes Park). First come, first served; no reservations are required. Space is limited to about 12 people. The mission of the Estes Park Museum is to conduct activities that preserve, share and respect the unique history of Estes Park. For more information, call the Estes Park Museum at 970-586-6256 or visit the Museum's website at www.estes.org/museum.
Fundraiser For Tammy Grewe This Saturday At The American Legion
There will be a fundraiser for Tammy Grewe held this Saturday, September 1st at the American Legion Post 119 from noon-10 p.m. Tammy was recently diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy. However, through more testing, the doctors found that the cancer had spread to her lymph nodes. The plan of attack is now going to involve chemo and radiation. Tammy and her husband David have been married for 37 years and have lived
in Estes Park for longer than that. Together they have raised two beautiful girls and are now grandparents to four awesome kids. We have all been affected by cancer in our lifetime and we know how terrible it can be. We are raising money to help this amazing couple through this trying time. It would help cover the cost of the deductible, the items insurance will not cover as well as missed income due to doctor's appointments. If you are unable to attend the benefit at the Legion and would still like to make a donation you can do so through the GoFund Me account at www.gofundme.com/3y5nr-help-Tammy-BeatBreast-Cancer or the Tammy Grewe Fund at Premier Members Credit Union. Please come out and show your support for this cherished local. No amount is too small, anything will help and will be greatly appreciated.
Announcing Annual “Vintage 2018” At The Dunraven Inn
The Dunraven Inn, the Rome of the Rockies, invites you to a unique evening to benefit Crossroads of Estes Park. Vintage 2018 will be held on Sunday, October 28, 4-7:00 p.m. You are invited to enjoy an evening of food, wine tasting, music and a lively auction of fabulous items, plus, a chance to win a travel voucher to a destination of your choice valued at $6000 through Columbine Travel Agency! You can enjoy all of this and help Crossroads of Estes Park. Only 250 tickets will be sold, so get yours soon!
Ticket cost is $100 and may be purchased at the Dunraven Inn – 970-5866409, 2470 Colorado 66, Estes Park, CO 80517 or by calling Brian at Crossroads - 970-577-0610. You need not be present to win. All proceeds will benefit Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc. Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit agency which has been providing basic human services to residents in need who live in the Estes Valley for over 36 years. It offers assistance to clients on low or fixed incomes, partners with other agencies to maximize benefits to clients and encourages self-sufficiency of clients through educational opportunities. Crossroads, through its staff and volunteers, offers a food pantry, assistance with housing, utilities, medical, transportation, budgeting and other basic needs. Go to crossroadsep.org Raffle ticket purchases are not tax deductible.
Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu ——Week of September 3 through September 7 —— Monday, Sept 3 Closed for Labor Day! Tuesday, Sept 4 Chicken Parmesan with Pasta, salad & garlic bread Wednesday, Sept 5 Ham and Swiss Sandwich on rye with cole slaw Thursday, Sept 6 Chicken Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes & vegetables Friday, Sept 7 Tuna Salad Sliders (3) with homemade chips
——Week of September 10 thru September 14 —— Monday, Sept 10 Breakfast Burrito with green chili on the side Tuesday, Sept 11 Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich (chicken, ham, Swiss cheese & pineapple rings) on a bun with 3-bean salad Wednesday, Sept 12 Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with mashed potatoes and vegetables Thursday, Sept 13 Roasted Herb Chicken with a baked potato Friday, Sept 14 Salmon Sandwich, tomato salad (tomato, cucumber & onion) All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. Reservations must be made at least three business days in advance. For example, if you want to reserve a meal on Wednesday, Sept 5th you need to call before 2:00 pm on Friday, Aug 31st. For reservations call 970-581-2195 (Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm). Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1820 S. St. Vrain (Masonic Lodge). Regular hours of operation 9:00 am -- 2:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Stop by and check us out at our new location! Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org TriFit, Tai Chi, Mahjong, games, movies, and other activities. EPSCC, Inc. wants to serve YOU and YOU can enjoy serving others!
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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS For additional information call 800-443-7837 • 970-577-9900
EVENTS Aug. 31: I Slept with The Band 2. Music & camping festival. The River Forks Inn. 4pm Aug. 31: Cool Nights Cruz-In Car Show. Antique, vintage, special interest cars and trucks. Bond Park. 5-8pm Sept. 1: Plein Air Quick Draw & Auction. Bid on work painted onsite. Riverside Plaza. 8:30am-12pm Sept. 1-2: Alpaca Market. Alpacas & fiber products. EP Events Complex. Sat. 10am-5pm & Sun. 10am-4pm Sept. 6: Farmer’s Market. Colorado grown & produced consumable products. Bond Park. 8am-1pm Sept. 6-7: Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival. Music, competition and vendors. Starts 9am daily Sept. 7: First Friday! Art Groove. Gallery & art center tours, refreshments, music. Throughout town. 5-8pm
ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC Aug. 31: Dahlby & Nadine. Americana. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4:30-6:30pm Aug. 31, Sept. 1, 5 & 7: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm Aug. 31, Sept. 1 & 7: Tim McLemore. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Sept. 1: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm Sept. 1: John Denver Tribute Concert. YMCA of the Rockies. 5-9 pm Sept. 1: David Berg. Piano and Song. Waterfront Grille. 6-9pm Sept. 2: Joseph Lingenfelter. Acoustic. The Other Side Restaurant. 10am-1pm Sept. 2: Music in the Mountains. Rocky Ridge Music Center. 3-5pm Sept. 3-4: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm
Aug. 31-Sept. 7, 2018
Sept. 4: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia. The Barrel. 6-8pm
Aug. 31, Sept. 1, 3 & 5-6: All About Lightning. Alpine VC. 2:30-3pm
Sept. 4: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm
Aug. 31, Sept. 2 & 4-6: Sprague Lake Stroll. Sprague Lake. 9:30-11am
Sept. 6: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm
Aug. 31, Sept. 4 & 6-7: Birds of Upper Beaver Meadows. 7-8:30am
Sept. 6: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia. Latitude 105 Alehouse. 8pm
Aug. 31, Sept. 4 & 7: Walk on the Wild Side. Bear Lake Trailhead. 9:30-11am
Sept. 7: The Whys. Singer/songwriter duo. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4:30-6:30pm
Sept. 1-2 & 4-5: Bear Necessities. Beaver Meadows VC. 10-10:30am
Sept. 7: Max Wagner & Stu McAskie. Jazz. Earthwood Collections. 5-8pm
Sept. 1 & 3-4: Leave it to Beaver. Beaver Meadows VC. 10-10:30am
SEMINARS, CLASSES & LECTURES Mon. & Wed. at 6pm, Fri. & Sat. at 7pm: Sip & Paint. Murphy’s Resort.
Sept. 1, 3, & 5-6: Lily Ridge Hike. Lily Lake. 9:30-11am Sept. 5: Explore Rocky’s Greenhouse. Beaver Meadows VC. 10:30-11:30am
Wed., Sat., Sun.: Weaving Demo. Old Church Shops. 1-3pm
Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for classes: 970-586-3262
Aug. 31 & Sept. 7: EP: Through the Lens. Estes Park Museum. 10am-4pm
Aug. 31 & Sept. 7: Old Fall River Road. Bus Adventure. 9am-3:30pm
Sept. 2: Dao Lecture & Tai Chi/Qi Gong Class. Dao House. 8:30-10am
Aug. 31 & Sept 7: Sunset Safari. Educational Bus Adventure. 6-10pm
Sept. 2: History & Nature Talk. Rams Horn Village. 5-6pm
Aug. 31, Sept. 1, 3 & 6: Elk Expeditions. 5-7:30pm
Sept. 3-4: Historic Downtown Walking Tour. Bond Park. 8:15-10am
Sept. 1: Pika: Secrets of Alpine Survival. Ages 16+. 8:30am-5pm
Sept. 4: Free 5k Group Fun Run. The Stanley Hotel. 5:30pm
Sept. 5-6: Trail Ridge Road. Bus Adventure. 9am-3:30pm
Sept. 5: Nutrition Myths Debunked. Community Center. 6:30-7:45pm
Sept. 6: Birding with a Naturalist: Summer & Fall. Ages 16+. 7-11:30am
Sept. 6: Pressed Aspen Leaf Card Workshop. EVCC. 12:30-4:30pm
Sept. 7: Night Sky Landscape Photography. 2pm
Sept. 7: Community All Levels Yoga. Estes Park Yoga. 6-7pm
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Visit RMNP Visitor Centers to learn about park wildlife, programs & more! Call for details. 970-586-1206.
EXHIBITS Sept. 1: Plein Air Gala Opening Day. Art Center of Estes Park. 12pm. Sept. 7: Gallery Social & Guest Artist. Earthwood Artisans. 5-8pm Sept. 7: Show Opening: Sidorov & Sidorova. Earthwood Collections. 58pm
Find more events & submit your event at VisitEstesPark.com/Events.
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Estes Park Studio Tour Joe Arnold is an artist on the Studio Tour (stop #4) who creates prayer wheels as part of his sacred art garden. He is also commissioned by Burning Man to create larger scale sculpture, such as the Tower of Transformation shown here, for their festival in the desert of Nevada. The Studio Tour is an opportunity to visit the studios of professional artists living in Estes.
Mark your calendar! Seven local artists will open their home studios the last weekend of September to demonstrate their fine art and craft process: from woodturning to ceramics, stone carving to oil painting and graphic design. The Estes Park Studio Tour is Friday and Saturday, September 29 and 30. The kids are back in school, fall is upon us, it is a great time to get out and see what the professional artists in your neighbors are making. A brief introduction to who/what/where: #1 Wade Johnston – Graphic design, product and poster design. Just published a coloring book of local animals. You may also know Wade as owner/brewer at Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co. His studio is located just off Highway 7 near the golf course. #2 John Lynch – Well-established wood-turner who’s finished bowls range from quiet and austere to turquoise inlay or wood burned designs. He has an extensive collection of machines and tools. Watch the chips fly! Located near Mary’s Lake Road and Highway 7. Ceramic artist Karen McPherson will be a guest artist at John’s studio. See her small sculptures that include bundles of cobalt and copper glazed sticks, frontier tools and cut and collided ceramic earthen forms. #3 Monte Michener – Michener creates life-size sculptures and wall hanging busts of mountain animals. He is best known for his horses; all animals are constructed primarily from driftwood and found objects. Located two miles south of the US 36 causeway off Fish Creek Road. #4 Joe Arnold – Visit a Sacred Art Garden filled with wooden and copper prayer wheels and shrines for contem-
plation, meditation and prayer. Work inspired by the temples of Asia and the sacred places of Europe and Mexico. Located one half mile south of the US 36 causeway on Fish Creek Rd. #5 Karen Barnett – See oil and pastel paintings (both landscape and abstract) as well as carved ceramic tiles. Located on the north end of town near Dry Gulch and Devils Gulch Rd. Barnett hosts Sue Sell, a Ft. Collins artist who fuses manipulated images onto glass. #6 Deedee Hampton – This studio is a playful library full of glass, metal, paint, wood—all materials Deedee uses to create paintings, totems, and metal embossed idioms. Hampton is a storyteller and cultural commentator. Located off Devils Gulch Rd., just east of the Lumpy Ridge Trailhead. #7 Cassie Vendegna – The Studio Tour’s emerging artist. Vendenga grew up in Estes Park, went to art school, spread her wings, and is back. This event is an opportunity for her to establish her stone carving and sculpture studio— and share it with Estes! Find her off Grand Estates Dr., across from Noah’s Ark. Choose the route that best serves you; visit one studio or all seven. Some locations are right off the highway; others are up a dirt road. Printed maps will be available two weeks before the event at Kind Coffee, Lumpy Ridge Brewing, Snowy Peaks Winery and Bird & Jim. Or, download a guide from this website: estesartsdistrict.org/studio-tour. This event is founded and funded by artists. The goal is to provide locals and guests alike an opportunity to meet their creative neighbors, see the process of making, and buy art. First Colorado Realty, the Estes Arts District, Bird & Jim and Kind Coffee provide additional support. Viva Creative Culture!
Rocky Ridge Music Center’s “Music In The Mountains Faculty Concert Featuring Bluegrass and the American South. The American Roots Music book received the 2013 ASThe Rocky Ridge Music CAP Deems Taylor award Center (RRMC) presents its and the Association of final concert of this sumRecorded Sound Collections mer’s “Music in the Mounaward for Best History. In tains” faculty concert series 2012 Wade also at the beautiful Rocky Ridge released Banjo Diary: LesMusic Center Concert Hall. sons from Tradition on This final performance, unSmithsonian Folkways. This like the rest of the season, of2013 Grammy-nominated fers music outside the classialbum explores musical Dick Weissman cal music realm featuring an knowledge passed across afternoon of Bluegrass and the generations. In late American Roots music. On 2016, Wade became the Sunday, September 2nd at 3:00 first-ever individual recipip.m., the talented faculty of ent of the Society for Ethnothe American Roots Music musicology’s Judith McCulProgram will present a conloh Public Sector award. cert of blues, bluegrass, CaRecent efforts include the jun and Creole, old-time summer 2017 release on mountain ballad and song Smithsonian Folkways of his styles, square dance fiddling, solo album, Across the and newly written works Amerikee: Showpieces from with performances by Coal Camp to Cattle Trail, Sharon Arms, Matt Brown, and in December, on the Harry Tuft Peggy Browning, Mary Patuxent Music label, Flower, Val Mindel, Harry of Americana Concert: Alan Tuft, Stephen Wade, Chris Jabbour and Stephen Wade Walz, Dick Weissman. This at the Library of Congress. final “Music in the MounWade continues to work tains” concert promises to be with Academy Award-wina romping good time and is ning director Paul Wagner not to be missed! on a film based on his book. American Roots program Tickets are available for director Stephen Wade has Music in the Mountains by spent nearly his entire life in calling 970-586-4031, or at study of American folklife, the box office on the day of uniting the twin strands of show at 2:00 p.m. Tickets Mary Flower scholarship and the creative are $25 for general admisarts. Growing up in Chicago sion, $20 for seniors and in the 1950s and 1960s, students, and free for chilWade was exposed to a numdren under 12. Doors open ber of vernacular musicians at 2:30 p.m. and parking is who had moved north to the free. All patrons are invited city from the Mississippi to a reception following the Delta and the Southern Apconcert where they can meet palachians. By the late 1970s, the performers. This perhe developed Banjo Dancing, formance will be held at a theatrical performance that Rocky Ridge’s historic concombines storytelling, tradicert hall adjacent to Rocky tional music, and percussive Mountain National Park., Stephen Wade dance. The show, which located at 465 Longs Peak opened in 1979 and went on Road, Estes Park, CO, to become one of the longest-running, 80517. Venue is ADA accessible. off-Broadway shows in the country, inJust one day earlier, come join us for an cluded an invited performance at the old-time community dance. On SaturWhite House. Wade’s second theatre day, September 1st beginning at 7:30 piece, On the Way Home, earned the p.m., veteran dance caller Larry EdelJoseph Jefferson award. In 2003, Wade man will host an evening of easy-toreceived the Helen Hayes/Charles learn traditional dances with stellar live MacArthur award for his work as commusic. There will be square dances, cirposer, adapter, and musical director of cles, reels, couples dancing, and more. the world premiere of Zora Neale No experience needed, no partner Hurston’s Polk County. Stephen Wade’s needed. Suggested donations for the book, The Beautiful Music All Around dance are $5 for general admission, or Us: Field Recordings and the American $10 per family. Experience (University of Illinois Press, For more information on either con2012), showcases nearly two decades of cert, visit www.rockyridge.org, email research during which Wade tracked rrmc@rockyridge.org, or call John down the communities, families, and Jungerberg at 970-586-4031. performers connected with iconic Library of Congress field recordings from
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Art Center Of Estes Park Launches Inaugural Estes Valley Plein Air Show It's here!...the inaugural Estes Valley Plein Air Show, sponsored by the Art Center of Estes Park. This event continues the tradition of the “Plein Air Rockies” program that was previously sponsored by the Cultural Arts Council. Thirty-six artists from all over the country have begun to arrive in Estes Park to paint the gorgeous scenery located within 50 miles of Estes Park. The simple definition for painting plein air is painting completed out–of-doors in a natural setting, or on-site as opposed to in the studio. While there are numerous artists from Colorado participating, there will also be artists from as far away as Texas, Virginia, Illinois, New Hampshire, Delaware, Florida and Utah. Awards include top awards from Southwest Art Magazine and Plein Air Magazine, an Artist Choice Award, People's Choice Award and Mrs Walsh's Garden Award of Excellence. Many events will be taking place over the next month including a Kid's Paint Out, Nocturne Paint Out, and Paint our Town event. You may notice painters throughout the area. Be sure to welcome them to the Estes Park community! For a complete schedule of events please go to the Art Center's website which you can find at www.artcenterofestes.com The Estes Valley Plein Air (EVPA) Show will culminate with two fun events to be held on Saturday, September 1. The first event is the Estes Valley Plein Air Quick Draw and Auction. Artists will gather at Riverside Park and will be given an hour and a half to paint anything that they choose. At 10 a.m. The paintings will be collected and displayed. At approximately 10:30 an auction will take place for the public to bid on these beautiful works of art. The sale will end at noon. Credit cards and cash will be accepted. This is a
wonderful way to obtain a piece of art that you have witnessed the creation of or to get a painting from an artist that you admire. The second event is the Plein Air Gala that takes place at the Art Center of Estes Park, 517 Big Thompson Avenue in lower Stanley Village, beginning at 5 p.m. The Art Center will host this reception that includes an exhibition of the paintings that have been created over the previous two weeks. The gala will provide food from local restaurants including Bird
Due to the hanging of this show, the Art Center of Estes Park will be closed from August 29th until 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 1 to prepare for the and Jim's gala. The art will and wine continue to be from exhibited until Snowy September 30. Peaks To learn more Winery. about The Art Center of Estes Park, One of the wines will feature a label crego to www.artcenterofestes.com to ated by Kathleen Lanzoni from Boulder, learn about this amazing non-profit. the winner of the EVPA contest. The Or stop by the gallery. They would public is encouraged to attend. All of love to visit with you. Or, feel free to the paintings that are exhibited will be email the show at pleinair@artcenfor sale. Awards totaling more than terofestespark.com $11,000 will be presented at 6:30 at the Art Center of Estes Park.
Loving Dogs And Cats Need New, Forever Homes
Gracie Do you have room in your home and your heart for a wonderful, new pet? Gracie is a three year old Sharpei/Italian Greyhound mix. She is friendly with other dogs of all sizes. She is a little shy with people, but warms up fast. She walks nicely on a leash. Eddie is about 10 years old. He is extraordinarily friendly with everyone. He has earned the nickname "Waggy" because he is such a happy guy. Gracie and Eddie are currently living at Dr. C's Animal Hospital of the
Eddie Rockies, 453 Pine River Ln. Call (970) 586-4703 to find out more about them or stop down to meet any of these great pets. Sophia is ten months old. She found herself as a young single mom. She has raised her babies and is ready to be spoiled. She did well in her foster home with the resident dog. She was a good mom to her four kittens. She is a bit shy, but so very sweet. Ruby is about 10 months old. She is good with other cats and loves to follow her people around. Sophia and Ruby are currently liv-
Sophia ing at the Estes Park Pet Lodge at the Animal Medical Center on Manford Avenue or call 586-9282 for more information. Make sure to “Like” and follow the Estes Park Pet Association Facebook page to see other animals that may not be pictured this week. All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a nonprofit organization that works to find homes for stray and abandoned pets, control dog and cat populations by funding sterilization programs, educate members of the community, es-
Ruby pecially young people, about the humane treatment of animals and the responsibilities of pet ownership; and promote community involvement in the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., in nursing homes). The Estes Park Pet Association is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.
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New Owner/Director Of Mountain Top Preschool-Christy DeLorme & 9, and one fabulous three year-old little boy. We also have two fur babies, Muggsy the English Bulldog & Patty our Miniature Schnauzer. A little about me: I have earned a Master of Education in Educational Administration and have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education; I am certified as Large Center Director and Elementary Teacher (K-5). Additionally, I possess thirteen years of hands-on
Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success would like to introduce a new member of our community, Christy DeLorme. Christy recently moved to Estes Park, CO as the new Owner and Director of Mountain Top Preschool and Childcare at 1250 Woodstock Dr. A little about Christy: My family and I moved to Colorado from Wyoming initially in 2009 and fell in love! Nature holds a very special place in our hearts so when the opportunity to live and work in the mountains arose, we jumped at the chance! My husband & I are high school sweethearts and have been happily married for 16 years. We have three beautiful children; two gorgeous girls 13
teaching/childcare experience, over ten years of administrative experience within educational settings, seven years working directly for non-profit organizations, as well as owning two home daycares in Wyoming. My guiding principle is to live my life by the “Golden Rule,” treating others the way I would like to be treated. This one
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We are very excited to welcome Christy and her family to our community! Contact Mountain Top for enrollment now: (307) 851-7642 or email at moutaintopestes@gmail.com. Mountain Top Preschool and Childcare is one of two full day preschool programs in our community, the other being Bennett at the YMCA of the Rockies. Estes Valley also has two half day preschool programs, and five home licensed childcare programs. If you are interested in providing childcare from your home or are an Early Childhood Professional looking for a network in the Estes Valley, please contact us. EVICS offers monthly Networking Nights for EC professionals, Professional Development opportunities throughout the year, an annual conference in April, as well assistance in becoming a licensed provider.
Congratulations To Steve & Kaylyn Kruger-Celebrating 10 Years At Solitude Cabins While vacationing in Estes Park in 2006 Steve and Kay Kruger met up with Paul & Kathy Kochevar, with Solitude Cabins. After keeping in touch for the next two years, the time was finally right for them to join the Solitude Team as Managers in September, 2008. Now, for 10 years it has been a “WinWin” working friendship for both couples and for Solitude Cabins. The Kruger’s moved from Williamsburg, Iowa; and brought with them a combined total of over 40 years of Hotel Management Experience with companies such as Ramada Inn, Five Sullivan Brothers, Amana Nordstrom Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, John Q. Hammons, and Marriott Hotels. The Kruger’s have been an exceptional asset to the Solitude Family and the
Estes Park community. In the past 10 years they have been loyal and steadfast through Estes Park’s economic downturns, fires, and floods. Solitude Cabins is definitely looking forward to the next 10 years. Thank you, Steve and Kaylyn!
Estes Park Women’s Golf Association Results For Tuesday, August 28 The game of the day was “Best 9 of 18 Holes.” The best net scores for 9 of 18 holes were used to calculate today's winners. A total of 29 EPWGA members participated. The 11 winners by flight were:
1st Flight: 1st Place: Carrie Logan 2nd Place: Debbie Holmes 3rd Place: Carla Spreng 2nd Flight: 1st Place tie: Bonnie Rumsey & Diane Butler 3rd Place: Gail Albers 3rd Flight: (Red Tees) 1st Place: Floann Jett 2nd Place tie: Carolyn Hull & Johanna Gengler 3rd Flight: (Yellow Tees) 1st Place tie: Karyn Saucier & Lillian
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Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival Goes Back To Its Roots
Celebrate the Festival’s Heritage in Estes Park The 42nd annual Longs Peak ScottishIrish Highland Festival will take place Thursday, September 6th through Sunday, September 9th in Estes Park, Colo. the Celtic capital of North America. The festival began 42 years ago as a gathering of four families for a picnic in the park. Today the festival has become a treasured tradition for families in Colorado and throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. The festival has something for everyone - featuring jousting competitions, Highland games, musical acts, dance performances, dog show contests and Scottish and Irish food, drinks and crafts. At the festival this year, attendees will be able to try out a Ninja Warrior course. The festival also features North America's largest Celtic parade on Saturday morning that runs through the heart of Estes. This year, the festival will introduce a new extreme sport called Scottish Capall (horse) Dirt Boarding to North America. The sport features an athlete on a long-board style skateboard being pulled by a horse. The athlete runs a course, completing jumps and tricks competing with other athletes for the fastest time with the least mistakes. “The festival is near and dear to me. My dad is the founder of this incredible event and I grew up helping to run it. The festival is in my heart and in my blood,” said Peggy Young, director of the Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival. “This year we're excited about the new elements we've added to the festival including the Ninja Warrior course and Scottish Capall (horse) Dirt Boarding. Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers in partnership with the Estes Park community pull together each year to put on a festival that showcases and celebrates our special heritage and culture.” The festival kicks off Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. with Tattoo Estes - a one-of-akind parade ground concert that features military and pipe bands. The inspiring music and pageantry of this year's pro-
gram celebrates our heritage, history and patriotism. Tattoo Estes will also take place on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. World-class Jousters headline the festivities as they vie for the sport's largest purse in what is considered to be the “Super Bowl of Jousting.” The Highland games showcase equally talented athletes displaying amazing strength and vying for the U.S. and international pro
and amateur championships in the caber toss, hammer and stone throw. Each day of the festival, Estes Park's breathtaking mountains play backdrop to more than 1,000 Scottish, Irish and Welsh dancers while Celtic rock, folk and traditional bands liven up the clear nights. Those seeking a true glimpse into Celtic culture can top it all off by sampling traditional food and drink as well as browsing the wares of more than 100 importers and crafters of Celtic goods. Visitors can also check out their own families' genealogy by visiting the Scottish family clan and society booths. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the festival fairgrounds will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition, Estes Celtic concerts will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings and many other activities will take place throughout the weekend. For more information and to order tickets, call 1 -800-90-ESTES, visit ScotFest.com or go through TicketsWest at any King Soopers location.
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The History Of The Keys At The Baldpate Inn
The Baldpate Inn is honored to announce a fascinating Summer Enchanted Evening on Wednesday, September 5th at 7 p.m. in the Baldpate Key Room for our talk: The History of The Keys at The Baldpate Inn. Victoria Witkowski is from a small town in Wisconsin and is also a recent college graduate. She graduated from Augustana College with two Bachelor of Arts degrees in history and anthropology with which she hopes to pursue a career in museums. After graduation she moved from the Midwest to Colorado, taking a gap year before she hopes to attend graduate school for Museum and Field Sciences in the fall of 2019. Her Summer Enchanted Evening
will be about the keys in our collection that reflect and teach about the history of Colorado. This free information session is part of our Summer Enchanted Evenings series that runs from June through September. Our Wednesday evening series is part history, part natural history, and part show & tell. Topics will range from Mountaineering to live yaks. Check out our website at www.BaldpateInn.com or call us at 970586-5397 for further information and for other Summer Enchanted Evening events all summer long. We also invite you to make reservations for dinner to enjoy our homemade soup and salad buffet before our enchanted evenings begin!
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Rocky Mountain Conservancy’s Community Volunteer Events
Summer Outcomes and Fall Opportunities In 2018, the Rocky Mountain Conservancy expanded its Community Volunteer Events to include opportunities at least once a month, beginning on Colorado Public Lands Day in May and extending through the fall. These Community Volunteer Events allow members of Estes Park, other Front Range and western slope communities, and visitors to join the Conservancy in giving back to
our public lands through on-the-ground conservation work. To date, the Conservancy has hosted six projects in Rocky Mountain National Park (outside Estes Park and Grand Lake) and in the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forests (surrounding Rocky Mountain National Park). The projects have included litter clean-ups in high visitation areas, trail construction and maintenance, and invasive species management. In these six projects the volunteers have helped rebuild trails damaged by flooding and erosion, constructed over 1500 feet of new trail, collected over 100lbs of trash, and managed multiple species of invasive plants across several acres. Altogether, 186 volunteers have contributed more than 1000 hours of service on public lands. AND, there are still more opportunities to join! On Tuesday, September 11th – National Day of Service and Remembrance from 9:00AM-1:00PM, the Conservancy will be partnering with Rocky Mountain National Park Wildland Fire Crews to host a fire fuels management project. This project will focus on removing dead and downed fuels from the landscape and consolidating them into slash piles, which will be burned in the winter. This work is essential in protecting our ecosystems, communities, and the brave
wildland firefighters from the catastrophic effects of unmanaged wildfire. Less than two weeks later, the Conservancy will host its second annual National Public Lands Day clean-up on Saturday, September 22nd from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. In 2017, the National Public Lands Day project removed over 300lbs of litter from Rocky Mountain National Park. Join the Conservancy and National Park Service staff on September 22nd to remove trash left behind after a busy summer season to help protect wildlife habitat and restore the natural beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park. The last of our three upcoming projects is on Tuesday, October 2nd from 8:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. This project celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the National Trails Act, which established a network of National Scenic, Recreation, and Historic Trails ensuring their ongoing protection. The project will focus on trail maintenance
and restoration in Rocky Mountain National Park. To learn more about any of these projects, please visit RMConservancy.org/donate/supportwork/volunteer/or contact Geoff Elliot, Director of Conservation at Geoff.Elliot@rmconservancy.org or (970)5863262. The Rocky Mountain Conservancy is the non-profit partner of Rocky Mountain National Park and many other public lands in Colorado. The Conservancy supports these lands through its mission to promote stewardship of public lands through education and philanthropy. As part of its programs, the Conservancy hosts educational classes for the public at the Field Institute, distributes and sells educational materials and interpretive products through Nature Stores, raises funds for public lands through donations and grants, produces publications for Rocky Mountain National Park, and supports on-the-ground stewardship efforts through its conservation programs.
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Fall Dog Training Course
Fall is in the air and snow is on the way. Every scent on earth seems to be a trigger for your dog to forget his name. Is your four-legged friend paying more attention to elk bugling than to you? The geese are back and apparently their poop is a delicacy. When did your sweet little puppy decide to put anything edible (and gross) in her mouth? Did your dog always jump on every stranger? Why won’t he listen when you beg him to stop? When did your little girl start chewing on the remote control? Did she always have this much energy? And when did they forget everything they were ever taught? Will they ever learn to come when you call them? And how are you going to handle an out of control puppy on leash in the middle of winter, through the ice and sleet and wind? Feeling a bit overwhelmed? Help is on the way. If you are looking for a positive program to enroll your puppy or adult dog in, Linda’s Pet Care Services is offering a basic, five-week positive reinforcement training course beginning Monday, September 10 at 5 p.m. for dogs of all ages. The training class includes learning all basic commands with both verbal and nonverbal hand signals including sit, down, settle, off, don’t pull, watch me, with me and leave it. We place a heavy emphasis on learning recalling/coming, loose leash walking and focusing on how to be appropriate with other people and
pets while both on and off leash. We also offer a playtime after class to give our pupils a chance to blow off some steam and socialize with their fellow, four legged friends. In addition, there are weekly articles from positive reinforcement trainers and a weekly Q & A to discuss ongoing dog behaviors (wanted and unwanted). This class emphasizes teaching owners how to relate to their pets in a more positive and loving way while shaping positive, desired behavior. More importantly, it teaches us, the humans, to have reasonable expectations and gives logical answers to why certain methods work better than others with our dogs. The course will focus on positive reinforcement training for an all around good time for the owner as well as the dog. Give your dog (and yourself) the ultimate gift—enroll yourselves in a class today and come enrich your training experience with like-minded owners. Availability is extremely limited; please call 586-0340 to register today with Linda Wagner at Linda's Pet Care Services.
Like To Read? Join The Monday Book Group! Want to meet other people who like to read and talk about what we have read? Another year of sharing conversation about books is about to begin. The Second Monday book group starts the 2018/19 season on Monday, September 10. We gather at the big table at Kind Coffee on east Elkhorn at 3:30 p.m. You are welcome to purchase drinks or snacks. However the only real requirement is a willingness to share your love of books and ideas. This group originated at the library in the late 1980s. We pick our books for the following year in May and do not meet during the summer. Our discussions often veer into current events or ideas suggested by the topics of the chosen books. Sometimes we read a couple of books that are related. No requirements to read any or all. Or put your opinions/thoughts on the table except for the first meeting. Visitors and potential new members are always welcome. (descriptions from the Estes Valley Library catalog and Worldcat.org) For more information or information about the First Monday Book Group, which meets year-round, contact Sybil Barnes at 586-2789 or estespetsitter@gmail.com September 10, 2018 - book of choice. This is our way of connecting after the summer hiatus and/or introducing new members. Be prepared to share a few minutes about something you read re-
cently or something you read in high school or as a child. Something you liked and would recommend or something you hated and from which you would like to warn away others. Maybe something you or someone in your family wrote. And if you haven’t read a book lately, it can be a recommendation for anything that involves the written word. For more information about area book groups, check out the library site. I am happy to share that the library has developed a new process that will better facilitate the selection of book club titles. We enjoy working with and serving our local book clubs, and our goal is for this new process to better serve everyone. To help make things convenient, we’ve created a new page for Estes Valley Book Clubs. Book clubs can utilize it to request multiple copies of a title, so that everyone who wants or needs a copy can get it in a timely manner. We also have recommendations and links for book clubbers to use. These include a link directly to the Colorado Virtual Library's book club bag titles, and great resources such as 'Good Reads' and the PBS '100 List.' The page is live right now at estesvalleylibrary.org You will see the link near the top of the home page, over on the right (it's listed in the gray colored box).
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It’s Here! The Second Edition Of “Angler’s Guide To Rocky Mountain National Park” It is like having a professional guide in your pocket.” Use the gear that you have. Take along this locally authored waterproof pocket fishing guide to RMNP. For the original guidebook local authors, Les and Kimball Beery contributed their knowledge and forty years of fishing experience in Rocky Mountain National Park and the Estes Park, Colorado area. This second edition is designed for visiting anglers and suggests expensive fly rods, lessons and guides are not needed to catch a wild trout. Angler’s Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park proposes that visiting anglers can have a great day in the park using the same light spinning rod or flyrod tackle they brought from home. “Angler’s Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park Second Edition” provides all the information a visiting angler could ever use in a compact, ring bound, waterproof field guide that highlights the fishing opportunities in most of the lakes and streams on the east side of the national park. This guide suggests what lakes to visit, productive areas of specific lakes and streams, what gear to take with you, what flies are consistent producers, and how to present them, all in a concise format. It’s “Like having a Professional Guide in your pocket”™ at an affordable price. “The narrative quickly displays the authors' experience and knowledge of RMNP, its waters, and the fish residing there. Photos throughout, especially of the fish, and locations are first rate. Fly
recommendations are clear and for easily obtained patterns widely available locally, making it easy for the non-local to go afield well equipped,” [Austin Condon, past president of the local Trout Unlimited]. The layout of this book features the most popular lakes for anglers with notations on the length of the hike, a picture of the lake, a custom topographic map highlighted with the best areas to cast from, the type of trout present, along with a “tips from your guide” section with specific advice for each lake or stream to help anglers catch quality trout. There are also pages detailing the “fly and bubble” technique for spin fishing, fly fishing techniques, hiking equipment and a section on greenback cutthroat trout recovery. Les and Kimball Beery have written a compact, waterproof fishing guide for visitors and local anglers in Rocky Mountain National Park and the surrounding Estes Park area. The book is available through local fly shops, Macdonald Book Shop, Nature Conservancy stores in Rocky Mountain National Park, on line at www.anglerpocketguides.com, on Amazon and as e-books for Kindle or Nook tablets. If you’d like more information about this book, or to schedule an interview with Les or Kimball Beery, please call 970-222-4659 or 941-806-8915 or email Les and Kimball at authors@anglerpocketguides.com
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Ideal Estes Park cottage home with beautifully updated interior! Features include efficient woodstove in the living room, kitchen with lots of windows, corner dining and Stainless Steel appliances. Two comfortable bedrooms and gorgeous full bath with stone & tile, plus a bonus attic/loft space for company. Detached garage makes for great storage. Walk to downtown Estes Park or hike Rocky Mountain National Park, just minutes away. Make this your ideal mountain home!
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Kirtan At EP Yoga On Friday, August 31, 2018, Estes Park Yoga will be hosting kirtan from 6:308:30 p.m. This event is open to the public; $10 suggested donation. What is kirtan? The practice of kirtan comes to us through the same channel that brings us yoga: the ancient Vedic traditions that have been kept alive in India. Yoga is aimed at calming, strengthening and balancing the body, mind and spirit. Similarly, the practice of kirtan is designed to bring our mind, body and spirit into a unified and connected state through chanting divine names accompanied by music. By joining with others in singing the names of the divine with simple melodies, our
minds are brought to a calm, meditative state. No experience is necessary to join this practice; musical experience or ability is not required. Rather, the community is invited to join with open minds and hearts in the hope that kirtan, or singing meditation, could be beneficial in creating peace and calm in our lives. Estes Park Yoga is located at 145 East Elkhorn Ave., Suite 200, Estes Park, CO in downtown Estes Park. All are welcome to join and participate in the varied offerings that EPY provides to support individual and community health and wellness. http://www.estesparkyoga.com.
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Historic neighborhood with BIG views! Two bedroom, two bath European-style mountain chalet on 2.5 acres. Great room features cathe-dral ceilings, hardwood floors and stone wood burning fireplace. Spacious Master suite with marble bathroom. Ready for your special touches. Once in a lifetime opportunity to own acreage in the High Drive area.
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This 2 bedroom 2 bath ranch style home sits hidden among mature pine, spruce and aspen trees, allowing a feeling of seclusion and privacy. The open floor plan features wood burning fireplace, hard wood floors in the living room, dining room and bedrooms. A carpeted family room/den with a large view window to prospect mountain, vaulted-beamed ceiling, custom shelving, and a 16x7 sun room. The comfortable kitchen has ample cabinet and counter space and is open to the dining area. Circular drive plus easy access to attached two car garage are an added bonus to this well maintained home. Call Trisha for an appointment to view 1051 Lexington Lane offered for $449,000.
Hunger Walk Sunday, September 16th The Estes Park walk for the hungry will be Sunday, September 16, and will start at 1:00 p.m., leaving from the south side of the Estes Park Visitor’s center and going around Lake Estes, which is just short of four miles. In many third world countries, people walk for everything: to get water; to go to work, if jobs are available; to go to the market, to carry their produce to market, to go to church, to visit relatives or friends. Believe it or not in many countries even a bicycle is a luxury. In Malawi, in Africa, I have seen men use bicycles to transport their wares to market or to carry wood, vegetables and other items, piled high on the seat or racks as they pushed their bicycles along the roads or paths. A wheelbarrow might make more sense, but not if you had to choose between buying one or the other. Church World Service, through CROP Walks for hunger raises money for selfhelp projects throughout poor countries in various parts of the world. For $27.00 we can support a family in West Timor, Indonesia, with the start of a chicken project which includes materials for a coop to keep them in. In many areas of the world chickens are free range and are subject to Avian diseases. They may also be of poor quality, lay few eggs, and may wind up being the next
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Open House, Sunday 1–3pm Well built home in A-1 neighborhood with great views of RMNP. Great location with a couple of miles from either downtown, schools or national park. Nice kitchen with granite countertops, slate floor and stainless appliances. Open concept in Kitchen, dining and living rooms with gas fireplace T & G accent wall gives it that mountain feeling. Master bedroom has large en suite bath, and other 2 bedrooms share a hall bath. 1926 Silvertree $564,900
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Th comfortable 3 bedroom 3 bath home is This situated on .49 acre in the subdivision known s as a One Thousand Pines. Recently remodeled with w new flooring throughout, new Anderson windows in most of the house, updated bathw rooms and fresh paint both inside and out, this ro home feels like new. The open floorplan has a h spacious kitchen with granite countertops, an s abundance of cabinet space and is open to a th living li i and d dining di i room areas. Main M i level l l living li the includes great room, master bedroom suite, guest bedroom and full bath with laundry closet. Lower level family room is cozy with wood paneling; vinyl plank flooring and a small dry bar area. A third bedroom and bath complete the lower level along with a fabulous finished storage area. There is room for a workshop in the detached single car garage, or in the oversized attached 2 car garage. Call Trisha for an appointment to view 1023 Pine Knoll Drive. Offered for $549,000.
meal of a dog or other animal. A gift of $20.00 could provide seeds and garden tools for a family in need. The quality and variety of seed available in some parts of the world may not provide much quantity or quality of nutrition. A well for clean water can mean the end to diseases that kill not only children, but people of various ages. The First United Methodist Church of Estes Park, Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, and Don Holmes of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church have materials available for the walk. They can also be obtained from Peter Vanderveen, walk coordinator, at 970-586-0578. Walkers secure sponsors to support them in the Walk, with their donations. All donations may be directed through the participating churches for Church World Service/CROP or checks can be made out to Church world Service/CROP, and, of course, are tax deductible. In addition, 25% of all receipts will go to CROSSROADS, our Estes Park pantry and assistance program Peter Vanderveen Hunger Walk Coordinator
What A Perfect Location This custom, free standing condo features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 Th baths, stunning wood floors and outstanding views of Longs ba Peak, Twin Sisters, Continental Divide and golf course with southern exposure for winter warmth. Lots of upgrades in this unit, 2 gas fireplaces, central AC, granite on all countertops, wood paneled ceiling in greatroom, lots of storage, easy access to biking/walking/running trail. Just 1 mile from school campus. 1185 Fish Creek $659,000
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Quiet location, great views, frequent wildlife. Two bedroom condo overlooking the 6th Fairway of the 18 hole golf course. Needs someone to love it who is willing to put in some remodeling effort. Full bath has had some remodeling. Perfect for weekend getaway or full time living. Occupied by tenant and need 24 hr notice to show. Lease expiration is 11/30/18. 1240 S. Saint Vrain Ave. #2 $255,000 Judy Anderson
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Museum Friends To Host Table Settings 101 September 14 Within every tableware piece that has been shared or handed down through the family, there is a story. Celebrating those stories, as well the creative ways to display these items—whether vintage or contemporary, formal or informal—is the inspiration behind a special event being hosted by the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation.
“Table Settings 101” will take place on Friday, September 14 at 1:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Museum. This special onehour program, which is free and open to the public, will feature a variety of displays of creative table settings, with ideas on how best to utilize and arrange the tableware that many of us save for special occasions. Table Settings 101 is a prelude event to the third annual Colorado TableSettings competition, to be held on October 19 and 20 at the Community Church of the Rockies. That weekend, participants will be provided space to arrange their own unique table settings around the theme, “Table Settings from Around the World”. Participants may choose from several entry categories. Those not entering a table setting are encouraged to attend either day as spectators. Table Settings 101 at the Museum on September 14 will offer anyone considering an entry their opportunity to gain a sense of the style and set-up that might
lead to a winning arrangement. Snacks and refreshments will be served, and Museum Friends board members will discuss the specific details of the competition and the registration process. Individuals, families, businesses, and children alike are all invited to consider entering, and the event will feature photographs from last year’s winning entries. October’s Creative Colorado Table Settings event is a fundraiser for the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation. Full information and entry forms will available on September 14, and online next week at http://estesparkmuseumfriends.org. The registration deadline is October 15. (No registration is required to attend the free September 14 open house event at the Estes Park Museum). Business sponsorships are being sought for this year’s fundraiser. Anyone wishing to learn more about sponsorship is encouraged to contact Museum Friends board member at nthomas@g.emporia.edu The Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc., is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Museum through fundraising, publications, volunteerism, outreach, and special projects and events. Membership information is available by visiting www.estesparkmuseumfriends.org
Beautiful 3BR/3BA golf course home with mountain, lake, and river views! Numerous updates and upgrades including kitchen remodel and screened-in patio. Walk to town or around Lake Estes & trails beyond. Decks off kitchen, master bedroom and lower level to take in the views including fall rut and July fireworks. Warm colors and natural light throughout. Living room gas fireplace, skylights and family room wet bar. A perfect full time residence, vacation home or investment property. 464 Skyline Dr. $579,000
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Holy Yoga Class At Estes Park Yoga Alicia Cossota owner of Zoomet Yoga LLC is proud to announce a second weekly Holy Yoga class at Estes Park Yoga. The gentle non-denominational
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faith based yoga classes are scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Your yoga practice will open and close with prayer, and scripture is used as the foundation for each class. This is a donation based class with no membership required. Come as you are and leave feeling rejuvenated; body, mind and spirit. For more information visit ZoometYoga.com or contact Alicia via email at zoometyoga@gmail.com or by phone at 970-480-7511. For additional yoga classes offered or studio location visit EstesParkYoga.com
One level living is enjoyed with this home backing to open space. Open floor plan, hardwood floor, fireplace, wrap-around deck with hot tub. Views of Longs Peak and Twin Sisters. $549,500
3855 Starway Beautiful Log Home, 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 3283 sq.ft., Spectacular great room with hardwood floor, soaring beam ceiling, views of snow-capped peaks of National Park. Private location with access to national forest. $785,000
156 Lakeview Drive 10 acres with mountain views, level lot, perfect for your mountain dream home. 400 amp electric service to property. Outstanding buy! $129,000
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Local Volunteers Leave Soon For Mission Trip To Africa Projects will provide life-saving fresh water for 350,000+ people The Marion Medical Mission is pleased to announce Jim Nussbaumer, Carol Nussbaumer, Rod Christian and DJ Christian, of Estes Park CO will spend approximately three weeks partnering with African communities to provide safe water sources to more than 2800 villages in remote areas of Malawi, Zambia & Tanzania. The Nussbaumers and the Christians will leave for Africa in September for their mission trip with Marion Medical Mission. 36 US volunteers will work in remote villages to help them provide
the globe rely on ponds, streams and other exposed and untreated sources for their drinking water. For just a $400 donation, Marion Medical Mission provides an African village of approximately 125 people with a sustainable source of safe drinking water. The Nussbaumers and the Christians are looking for speaking opportunities at churches, civic organizations and small groups who might be interested in learning more about the organization or helping to fund the 2900 wells the group plans to install. They may be contacted via e-mail at jim@nussbaumers.net or by phone to Jim or Carol 586-2437.
sustainable, life-saving fresh-water wells to areas who previously had none. The group plans to install 2,900 wells during this year’s well season. The Nussbaumers have been serving in Malawi since 1997 and are excited to be returning to a country that has claimed a part of their hearts. Carol spends her time at the Embangweni School for the Hard of Hearing while Jim helps install wells and does other support projects for MMM. This will be the first trip for the Christians and they are looking forward to this once-in-a-lifetime experience. All four are members of the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies. UNICEF reports that in sub-Sahara Africa, one in five children die before their fifth birthday because they lack potable water. 663 million people around
About Marion Medical MissionFounded in 1985, the Marion Medical Mission has built more than 32,000 wells, and approximately 90% of them are still functional. They have provided over four million people (2.25 million children) with a sustainable source of safe water. They partner with local villages – the local citizens dig the wells, make the brick and provide the sand and stone. MMM supplies only what the villages cannot, which makes the wells inexpensive, practical and sustainable. They are easy to repair, and even the extreme poor can afford to maintain them. Please visit the website at www.mmmwater.org for more information or to donate to Marion Medical Mission.
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ESTES RECYCLES DAY SUBMISSION DEADLINE 3pm Sept 17, 2018 May be submitted electronically or as a graphic poster. Questions? RRRcyc2se@gmail.com POSTER MUST INCLUDE ESTES RECYCLES DAY OCT 13, 2018 9am-12noon Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies
Electronic Recycling Paint Product Recycling Shred-a-thon Metal Recycling NO FREECYCLE www.recycleestes.org RRRcyc2se@gmail. com We re looking for creativity and imagination, attraction and comprehension.
Smith Sign Studio will again offer one on one collaboration for digital artwork after winner is selected.
Other Valuable Information: Shred-a-thon shreds papers containing personal information. No preshredded paper. E-cycle Station charges fees. Electronics cannot be “thrown out” in Colorado. Paint Product Recycling accepts architectural paints and related products. See recycleestes.org for detail on what is acceptable. Come early! We close when trucks are full. . PCCR (Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies) is located at 1700 Brodie Ave.
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In 1883, Barney Kroger invested $372 to open his first grocery store. His motto was “Be particular. Never sell anything you would not want yourself.” The Kroger Co., now in 35 states, still listens to its customers, and today those customers are demonstrating ecological concerns. Perhaps that is one reason why Kroger announced on Thursday, Aug. 23rd that they will be phasing out one-time use plastic bags. New, blue, reusable bags will be available for $1 to 2 each, starting in greater Seattle now and progressing until checkout counters in all 2,800 stores are plastic free by 2025. Plastic bags will still be offered elsewhere in the store (produce, bread, etc.) and disposable paper bags will be available, for now. Rafael Espinal, NYC Councilman, proposed a city-wide ban on single use plastic straws. According to several web articles, 130 restaurants have joined the “Give a Sip” campaign, based at the New York City Aquarium, preferring to start now – reserving straws for customers who request them and making sure they are made of reusable or compostable material, while they wait for passage of the bill. While many municipalities and some states have banned or penalized disposable bag use, nine states have prevented local bans according to the Pew Charitable Trust. Nevertheless, companies can still opt to make their own choices. Having experienced governmental bans in some jurisdictions, Kroger decided to take the plunge nationwide. Several ecologically oriented major USA corporations have chosen to forego a variety of one-time use items for more beneficial alternatives. Starbucks announcement last month said that they will convert cold drinks to “sippy” lids, starting in Seattle where plastic straws were recently banned, and
progressing throughout the nation by 2020. Then, beginning in 2020, Frappuccino straws will no longer be made of plastic. Dunkin’ Donuts is experimenting with polypropylene to replace polystyrene cups. McDonald’s will be banning plastic straws in the United Kingdom and Ireland, but voted down a similar proposal for the United States. However, they do plan to continue converting soda cups, Happy Meal boxes, etc. to sustainable materials by 2025. Way back in 1990, McDonald’s changed from styrofoam hamburger holders and in 2013 announced the replacement of styrofoam cups. Change takes time. Disney intends to replace plastic straws and stirrers with ecologically sound alternatives, but they want to go farther with their environmental efforts. They will also eliminate polystyrene cups and reduce one-time use shopping bags at Disney establishments around the world. Perhaps the most innovative move, Disney plans to stop providing small bottles of shampoo and lotion in hotel rooms, substituting refillable inroom dispensers, thereby reducing in room plastic offerings by 80%. Since Seattle and San Francisco have banned single use plastic straws, with New York City considering the same action, the question came up: what are the ecological alternatives to plastic straws? As it turns out the current possibilities include paper, bamboo, stainless steel, silicone, corn or wheat pasta, and the reusable (bring with you) bendy plastic version used on most hospital cups. Estes Recycles Day is October 13. For information: www.recycleestes.org or use RRRcyc2se@gmail.com to contact me. The next League of Women Voters meeting/event is Sept 26. Topic: Civil Discourse – Talking to People with Different Viewpoints.” See www.lwv-estespark.org for details.
Spanish Classes Begin In September Spanish for Communication and Integration! It’s that time of year again! The Spanish classes we started 7 years ago through Outreach will have a new home at the Community Center this fall. We will continue to meet once a week for 12 weeks, starting in September and a second set of classes will be offered again in January. Beginners Mondays from 4:00 to 5:30 and from 5:30 to 7:00 (two sessions) Intermediate Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 Advanced Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:00 Cost $100.00
Instructor Jose Almeida Estes Park School District Community and Cultural Liaison, native speaker, with more than 30 years of experience teaching Spanish. To register visit evrpd.com/recguide or call 970-5868191. You can also stop by the Community Center at 660 Community Drive. The registration deadline is Monday September 17. For additional information please contact Amy Hodges Fitness and Enrichment Coordinator of the EVRPD at 970586-8191 ext. 109 or email amy@evrpd.com or José Almeida at 719-321-5062 or cuchiloma1@yahoo.com
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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Holiday and Fall Hours Labor Day Closure and Fall Hours The library will be open on the Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Hours of operation on Saturday, September 1 are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, September 2 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The library will be closed all day on Monday, September 3 for Labor Day. Fall hours begin on Tuesday, September 4. Fall library hours are: Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. WORKSHOPS Libby & Overdrive: Digital Books and Audiobooks Made Easy Monday, September 10, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace Libby is a new app designed to help readers and listeners access digital books and audiobooks quickly and seamlessly. Libby is available through a variety of devices: iPad and iPhone (iOS 9+), Android phone and tablet (Android 4.4+), and Windows 10. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org. Djembe Music Drumming for Beginners Monday, September 17, 7-8 p.m., Makerspace African drumming promotes health and wellness, stimulating the brain and heart. Nancy Bell from Life Rhythms Music Therapy guides adult participants
through techniques and rhythms. Djembe drums are provided, or bring your own. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org. Book-A-College Planner Students and parents can ease the anxiety of preparing for college by making a plan. One-on-one appointments are available with college admissions expert Kaye Orten, who can answer questions about the admissions process, FAFSA, and financial aid. Look for the College Planning 1:1 appointment times (various Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays) on the Calendar of Events link at estesvalleylibrary.org. LIBRARY FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Farmer’s Market Used Book Sales Thursday, September 6, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bond Park The Library booth at Farmer’s Market features an ever-changing selection of used books this summer at bargain prices: every book is $1. All proceeds benefit Library programs and services. Annual Members’ Meeting with Author Jean Muenchrath Thursday, September 20, 6-8 p.m., Fireplace Corner World traveler and local author Jean Muenchrath shares a true story of mountain survival from her book, “If I Live Until Morning.� The evening will also include a brief business meeting and a wine-and-cheese reception at this
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Friends & Foundation members-only event (new members are welcome). RSVP to Sarah Walsh at swalsh@estesvalleylibrary.org. CITIZENSHIP Citizenship Exam Preparation Wednesday, September 12, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Makerspace Weekly classes begin for those seeking to complete the necessary forms and pass the U. S. Citizenship Exam. Participants are invited to this supportive class, whether or not they are currently ready to apply. Class materials are provided, and no advance registration is necessary. BOOKS AND AUTHORS Digital Collections: 600,000 and Growing Over 600,000 items are available in the library’s digital collections. “The Cloud Library� offers eBooks. “Libby� contains eBooks, audio books, video and music. And “hoopla� offers audio books, television shows, movies, music, books and comic books (up to 5 hoopla items may be borrowed per month). Patrons may visit the “Print and Digital Collections� link at estesvalleylibrary.org or schedule a Book-A-Librarian appointment to learn more. “Darker Shade of Magic�: Explore New Genres Friday, September 21, 4-5 p.m., Hondius Room Most people only know one London: but what if there were several parallel
Londons, traveled among by magicians? Teens, as well as all readers ready to explore a new genre, are invited to this event which ties in with V. E. Schwab’s book, “A Darker Shade of Magic.� Limited copies are now available for those want to read the book in advance. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org, then pick up the book. DELIVERING LIBRARY MATERIALS The Twig: a Convenient Library Mini-Branch It’s smaller than a branch, but big on convenience. “The Twig,� a library mini-branch, is located inside the Estes Valley Community Center at 660 Community Drive. Library patrons may search the online catalog to direct holds to this convenient site, where materials can be checked out inside and returned at a drive-up book drop. The minibranch was made possible by a generous anonymous donor to the Library Friends & Foundation. House Calls: “Meals on Wheels� for the Mind Are you or is someone you know homebound? Do you know someone that loves to read but is unable to travel to the library? The library provides a delivery service to residents of our town and valley unable to access to the library due to a temporary or ongoing condition. To learn more, contact Terri Miller: (970) 586-8116, ext. 821, or email tmiller@estesvalleylibrary.org.
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150th Anniversary Of John Wesley Powell’s Expedition On Longs Peak John Wesley Powell who would go on to captain one of the greatest expeditions in history, the descent of the unexplored Green and Colorado rivers through the Grand Canyon in the summer of 1869, also went on an expedition to Longs Peak in August of 1868, which was considered the first recorded summit of Longs Peak. On August 20, 1868 Powell and six other men left Grand Lake by horseback with a mule carrying 10 days of supplies. Searching for a route to the summit of Longs Peak, they eventually climbed Mount Alice and Chiefs Head Peak, both possibly first summits, before camping below treeline near Keplinger Lake. Lewis Keplinger, for whom Keplinger Lake and Keplinger Couloir is named, was a 27 year old student of Powell’s at Illinois State Normal University. The night before the August 23, 1868 summit of Longs, Keplinger found the route up the couloir now named for him and led the Powell party to Longs summit via this couloir. Flash forward ahead 150
years. It is now 2018 and four Estes Park men, all retired University academics with an average age of 72 years and many years of RMNP hiking experience decide to reenact the Powell expedition climb up the Keplinger Couloir on August 23, 2018, the 150th anniversary of the original climb. We preceded the Longs Keplinger Couloir climb by hiking to all things named Powell and Keplinger in RMNP. Earlier in the summer we hiked to Keplinger Lake near Keplinger Couloir and also hiked to Lake Powell and Powell Peak. Then on August 22 we backpacked in up the Sandbeach Lake Trail to Hunters Creek and followed the creek up into Hunters Creek backcountry camping zone at about 11,000 feet. There, within view of Keplinger Couloir, we pitched camp in anticipation of the climb up Longs via the couloir the next morning. Around midnight on the morning of August 23 the weather changed to high winds and constant blowing rain. While we were warm and dry in our tents we woke on the morning of our intended climb to find the south side of the mountain and the Keplinger Couloir covered in snow
The 150th anniversary expedition team, Jack Vernon, Mike Kolen, Jim Swaney, Derald DeYoung
with high winds blowing the clouds rapidly across the summit. No climb could safely be done under these conditions on August 23, so we reluctantly had to abort our 150th anniversary climb. However, all of us had the experience of climbing Longs via the Keplinger Couloir in previous years.
About Ballot Initiative 97 To The Editor, This November, ballot initiative 97 will propose to establish a 2,500 feet buffer zone between oil and gas operations and occupied structures like homes and schools, instead of the current 500 feet setback. Already, the oil and gas companies are crying wolf about this sensible change. They claim that a 2,500 feet setback will result in a 50%, or 85%, or complete reduction in oil and gas operations, depending on the expert one consults. The wide differences between these predictions betrays their uncertainty. They say Colorado will lose jobs, but everyone knows their drilling crews are mostly from other states. And their multi-million dollar campaign to defeat ballot initiative 97 is just beginning. Why should residents of Estes Park be concerned about this? After all, we don’t have to put up with drilling rigs for oil
and gas in our backyards. We should be concerned because fracking delays the transition to clean energy and, by leaking methane, contributes to global warming, the signs of which are everywhere around us this summer. Look out your window. See the smoke? Hotter temperatures mean more frequent, larger, and more intense fires, and today there are a dozen burning in Colorado, and more than a hundred in the west. Fortunately, we in Estes Park have been spared, but we live on a powder keg. And this is “the new normal,” according to some – a cliché tantamount to throwing up one’s hands and saying “What can I do about it?” What we can all do is to vote for ballot initiative 97. Yes, it’s just a first step but a fair and reasonable one. John Vernon
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William “Bill” King William “Bill” King, 96 of Estes Park died August 25, 2018 in Loveland, CO. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 10:30 a.m. followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 13, at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church in Estes Park, CO. The full obituary will be released at a later date. Please visit www.allnutt.com and navigate to the Estes Park Chapel to leave a message for the family.
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Labor Day has always represented the end of summer in the mountains, so it’s the perfect time for a Labor Day Art Open House at The Old Gallery in Allenspark this Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. The Art Open House features work by 16 local artists, a flea market and other activities. “This is a perfect time for the community to come together and celebrate the end of another wonderful summer,” said The Old Gallery Artist Committee Chair Vicki Dyas. “A lot of summer-only residents will be leaving our mountain community after Labor Day, so it’s a great way to connect and celebrate the end of summer.” The work of 16 local artists are featured at The Old Gallery, which is a center for community and the arts for Allenspark, Raymond, Riverside and the Peak to Peak communities. Featured artists include Vicki Dyas, Anne Curtis, Lyn E. Ferguson, Connie Garcia, Blair Hamill, Terry Kasprazak, Weldon Lee, Hannah Shook, Bob Maynard, Cheryl Pennington, Russell Shamah, Merrie Wicks, Kristi Mann, Dawn Wilson and Sally Van Der Kamp. Located at 14863 Highway 7 at the entrance to Allenspark, The Old Gallery is
20 minutes south of Estes Park and 20 minutes from Lyons. The Old Gallery provides art, education, entertainment and social services to area residents and visitors, including the Community Cupboard Food Bank, Community Closet and Wellness Wednesdays. Other scheduled activities include Friday Movie Nights on Sept 14 and 21, a concert by the famed Takács String Quarter on Sunday, Oct. 7 and Songwriters in the Round on Saturday, Sept. 28 featuring Andrew Sturz, Theresa Peterson, Dave Tamkin and Zoe Berman. For a complete list of classes, concerts, Rocky Mountain 101 speakers and activities, visit www.theoldgallery.org. Tickets are available at brownpapertickets.com. “The Old Gallery really captures the spirit of this mountain community. It’s a place for our local artists to display and sell their work and teach classes,” said Board member Cathy Benjamin. If you plan on attending, carpooling is encouraged. Parking is available next to the Boulder County Transfer Station, next to the Allenspark Fire Station. There are limited parking places in front of The Old Gallery.
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Estes Pak is a weekend food relief program for preschool and K-8 children and their families in the Estes Park area. During the regular school year, food is sent home with students on Friday for the weekend. There is no cost or requirements for students to qualify for the program. All food is nonperishable and healthy. The food is supplied by the Food Bank for Larimer County. The Estes Park Education Association, the Rotary Clubs in Estes Park and Estes Park School District are all in partnership to make this program happen. If you would like to be refered to this program, talk to your preschool teacher, K-8 classroom teacher, or contact Terry Leija, the program coordinator. 586–7406 ext 3284 or email him at terry_leija@psdr3.k12.co.us
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Vacancy Announcement Nutrition Services Team Leader And Part-Time Worker Performs routine food service tasks and provides general supervision or instructions in a food production and/or customer service area; prepares portioned and food in convection over, on grill, or as appropriate; operates point-of-sale cash register; and washes and cleans equipment as assigned. School kitchen experience preferred. $14.17 - $16.02 per hour, with single benefits. Up to five years of similar work experience from may be granted. A part-time nutrition services worker is also needed for 3.5 hours a day, M-F, $11.21$12.68 per hour, no benefits. Interested applicants must apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/. Only online applications are accepted. Position open until filled. Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Seeking experienced Event Bar Supervisor Responsibilities include bar ordering, bar stocking, event bar set up, working as bar supervisor which will include bartending with bar team at events, guest monitoring, closing procedures and bar invoicing. Hourly Year round. Hours will be weekends and nights. May through October 40 plus hours per week, November through April 30 plus hours per week. Rate based on experience Apply in person at Della Terra Mountain Chateau, 3501 Fall River Road, Estes Park or send resume and cover letter to info@dellaterramountainchateau.com
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Administrative Assistant Community Services Dept/Special Events Hiring Range $18.55 - $21.80 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled
Trout Haven Resorts in Estes Park, Colorado is currently looking for a Front Desk/Reservation person. Join a great team in the Colorado Rockies. We support an environment where all employees are respected and valued. We're looking for individuals who take pride in their work. The hourly rate is $12.00 --$14.00 based on experience.
Emergency Services Dispatcher I Police Dept./Communication Center Hiring Range $20.84 - $24.48 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled Parking & Transit Manager Public Works Dept. Hiring Range $2,483 - $3,049/bi-weekly Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled Police Officer I Police Dept. Hiring Range $27.16 - $29.87 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled Temporary Positions (Term-Limited) Events Maintenance Worker (FT Temp assignment – 6 months) Community Services Dept./Special Events Hiring Range $16.69 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled (Town employment application required)
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Parks Advisory Board (2 positions open) Close Date: Open Until Filled (Committee application required) Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs
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Front Desk Diamond Resorts InternationalŽ The Historic Crags Lodge We offer: • Competitive pay and benefits • Fun and exciting work environment Apply in person at: 300 Riverside Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517 Equal Opportunity Employer
Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR; by mail to PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or via Email to HR@Estes.org or via Fax to (970) 577-4770. The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice, the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Painter’s Helper Wanted call Marshall at 970-430-8335 Full Time - Part Time Good Pay!
Apply at Domino’s Pizza Upper Stanley Village 437 Big Thompson Ave.
Trout Haven Resorts tiene una posiciĂłn abierta para un ama de llaves, los deberes incluyen, limpieza de condominios y cabaĂąas, deberes de lavanderĂa, debe ser capaz de trabajar de forma independiente o con un equipo y tomar la direcciĂłn del gerente de limpieza. Debe poder trabajar los fines de semana y dĂas festivos. Debe tener un vehĂculo confiable. Tarifa por hora $ 12-15 por hora. Por favor, solicite en lĂnea en https://trouthavenresorts.applicantpro.com/jobs/ Please apply online at the https://trouthavenresorts.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Volunteer/Committee Board Positions
Local Marketing District Board Close Date: Open Until Filled
Trout Haven Resorts has a position open for a housekeeper, duties include, cleaning condo's and cabins, laundry duties, must be able to work independently or with a team and take direction from housekeeping manager. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Must have a reliable vehicle. Hourly rate $12-15 p/h
Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department: Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Park’s only Gold Crown Resort. Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are available through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills. Fridays and Saturdays are required. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE
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ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Vacancy Announcement High School Literacy Paraprofessional
Position Goal: • To increase student achievement by assisting interventions through utilization of the library, and technology resources, including Apple iPad instruction. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp. Only online applications accepted. Salary range is $12.60 to $14.26 with single benefits. Up to five years of similar work experience from may be granted. See full job description at: https://www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/admin/_admin.aspx#Report Position open until filled. Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Murphy Hotels are looking for full time and part time house keepers
Apply at Murphy’s Resort 1650 big Thompson Av or call Loretta 1-970-480-2955
Help Wanted!!!
Big Horn Restaurant! Cook and Dishwasher! competitive pay, year around. Apply in person. 401 W. Elkhorn Ave.
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• Senior Living Medication Aide 2 full time positions (differential paid) NEW STARTING WAGE OF $13.50 Please apply on line at www.good-sam.com Year Round. Full-Time positions qualify for benefits which include health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability and paid time off.
We are hiring for the following positions: Checker Courtesy Clerk Day-Stocker Overnight Stocker Bakery Clerk (Overnight) Deli Clerk Produce Clerk Seafood Clerk Rates of pay from $10.00-$14.00 per hour (B.O.E.) Also:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Bakery Manager - $21.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Assistant Bakery Manager - $19.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Cake Decorator - $10.50-$16.99 (B.O.E.) Assistant Meat Manager-$20.73 per hour (B.O.E.) Meat Cutter $10.65-$20.40 Pharmacy Technician $10-$15.00 (B.O.E.) (B.O.E.: Based On Experience)
Please call Ann at 970-586-4447 to schedule an interview - walk-ins are also welcome.
'SEASONED ~ An American Bistro' has immediate needs for Dishwasher/Steward $12 an hour. Call 970.586.9000.
We are looking for experienced painters with a good work ethic. Must have references and transportation. We have year round work! Call Tim 970-518-4001 Bestway-Painting
Front Desk
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Strip Prepper Lawn Care
Part Time, End of Season Bonus
Kennel Assistant Part-time Call 970-586-4703 with any questions. Must be available weekends and able to lift at least 50 pounds. Animal Hospital of the Rockies LLC. 453 Pine River Ln
Part Time, Seasonal, $13/hr. Salary compensatory with experience. Pick up applications at front desk, ask for Kay. 1885 Sketchbox Ln. or email resume to info@solitudecabins.com
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One year furnished rental needed starting Jan 1. One small dog. Call Rose 904-557-0906
A STEAL!!!....2014 Harley Davidson Fat Boy lo Softail. Excellent Cond. Low miles 7600+. Serviced Thunder Mountain. Some extras
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Commercial Rentals Overlooking Golf course 2 Bedroom 1 bath deck and view of Lumpy Ridge 1 Year See Zillow Rents Estes Park for more information $1600.00 per month 303 619 3272
Office for Lease Class A office space in bank building at 501 Saint Vrain Lane. 300+ sq ft. $575 month all inclusive. 970-231-4037
Class A Office 2014 Construction, Full Service, Furnished or Unfurnished offices in Downtown location, Near Town Hall. $450 to $550 per month. All internet opEXECUTIVE HOME, 4BR, 4BA, furnished, 4000 tions including Fiber available. Includes Conference sf, 4 acres, Lakeside w/Long’s Pk. view, covered Room, Handicap Restrooms, Copy and patio, picnic area, W/D, F/P. N/S, N/P. Avail Oct- Scanning Facility, Coffee May. $2,800/mo. including Room. Call Thom at Verus util. 970-586-7626. Commercial, Inc. 970-586-2448
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Accepting Applications for Winter Housing Furnish Efficiencies $650 $725/month. Includes Utilities, N/S, N/P Call Todd @ 970-586-8141
TRANSPORTATION Cars
Park Model at Manor RV Park New furniture, W/D. Move to your land or stay in “seasonal” RV Park. 918724-1160. $29,900
SERVICES Sewing/Alterations Creative Sewing Services Cushions, chairtops, Industrial repairs & leather. Local - call Beth 970-492-5446
Piano Tuning Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt. 577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com
Other-Misc
Duplexes 3 Bdrm 2 Ba Upper Flat/Duplex 18 Mi S E of Estes Park 1550.00 Mo/Lease/Deposit. 720.505.0801 Leave Message
RVs
2002 Toyota Avalon. Runs good. Well maintained. Service records available. 215K miles $2200 970-586-1659
Jackson of All Trades is now taking appointments for WINTER work...indoor painting, refinishing patio furniture or anything wood (in my workshop), Call Susan at (970)227-9842 to schedule work after October 1.
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Business for Sale. Prime location. Village Pizza. 901-833-1041 970-577-0251
ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; Need to have one, but seems overwhelming. We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL NOW 970-215-5548
SALES Garage Sales LABOR DAY WEEKEND SALE Dining Tables, Furniture, Clothing, Leathers, Rugs, Blankets, Lighting, Yard Wood, Vintage Barware, Stemware, Perrier Joyet Champagne Glasses, Set Costume Jewelry. Lot’s more. Fri 8/31-Sat 9/1 8:00-2:00. 1067 Morgan off Hwy 7. 970-586-0104. All clean - see you there! Labor Day Garage Sale Monday Sept. 3 2081 Sharon Ct. S 9 am - 2 pm
HOUSEHOLD Furniture Log Bed Frame, Log 6 drawer Dresser, 2 Night Stands, Lamps, Log Couch w/ bears on it. Call John at 303-656-6770
LIKE NEW APPLIANCES Kitchenaid Electric Cooktop, 30 inch 4 burner model #KECC607, sells new for $900, asking $450. GE built-in 30 inch Microwave Oven, 1000 watt model #CVM1750, small scratches on door, includes mounting bracket, sells new for $630, asking $315. Cash Only in Estes Park, 970-980-3056
REAL ESTATE Commercial
Commercial Spaces for sale and lease. Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950
Garage Sale Day Bed, Dining Sets, Ext. Ladder, Bike Rack, Assorted Household Items. 1300 Strong Ave off W. Riverside Dr. Friday & Saturday 8am - 1pm. Garage / Bake Sale September 1st, 8am- 2pm Presbyterian Church 1700 Brodie Ave Camping Items, Telescope, wire pet cage. Bike rack, clothes, RV Ramps. Sat. 9/1, 745 Whispering Pines 8-2 BASEMENT SALE! Household items/decor, comforters, comm. treadmill & rowing machine, sz 10 shoes and lots more! 271 Old Man Mtn Lane. Sat&Sun, Sept 1&2. 8:001:00. Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Camping, Household, Books. Fri 8/31 Sat 9/1. EP Self Storage across the street from the EP News. 1210 Woodstock Lane. 840 Old Ranger Dr. Sat 8-1, Tools, Bedding, Lots of Household and Misc., Coats, Lamps. Priced to sell!
Estate Sale: Sat, 9/1, 8am-4pm & Sun, 9/2, 8am – 2pm, 650 Freeland Ct, Estes Park. Car, Motorhome, Tools, Lots of Furniture, Dishes, Household Items, Electronics & More!
NOTICES Public Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the following property sold by the Collector of Taxes for Harford County and the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in this proceeding: Account No. 01119257, LT 14 72/86X105AVG, 1016 Erwin Drive, Joppatowne SC2 PT 11/109, Joppa, Maryland, 21085. The Complaint states, among other things, that the amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid. It is thereupon this August 3, 2018, by the Circuit Court for Harford County, ORDERED, that this notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some daily newspaper having general circulation in Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado once a week for three successive weeks before the 15th day of October 2018, warning all persons of interest in said property to respond to this Court by the 10th day of November 2018, and redeem this property and answer the Complaint, or thereafter a final judgment will be rendered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the said property and vesting in the Plaintiff a fee simple title, free and clear of all encumbrances.
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Stunning timber-frame home w/captivating views of Longs Peak & Continental Divide. Vaulted great room featuring fireplace & view windows walks out to inviting outdoor living spaces including large deck & custom built-in hot tub. Spacious & open kitchen, SS appliances, granite counters & island. Private Master Suite with fireplace, deck & 5-piece bath allows for a serene escape. Oversized garage completes this spectacular offering among the aspen...
This home has 2 separate living spaces, with 2 separate entrances. The lower level has a large bedroom, full kitchen & dining area, large living room, full bath, laundry room, and a wonderful enclosed sunroom. The upper level has full kitchen & dining area, full bath, large family/living room, and 3 bedrooms, not to mention a wonderful deck off the kitchen. A large fenced yard allows plenty of room for your pups to run and play.
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NE W 790 Moraine Ave ~ Commercial Building Prime Estes Park Commercial Property along the main highway into Rocky Mountain National Park. .68/acre site with 5000sf building, 2 parking lots, Big Thompson River Frontage & Continental Divide Views. Perfect for retail, restaurant, craft brewery, distillery, lodging, entertainment venue, etc... or redevelopment into your great idea. C-O Zoning. High-traffic location along Hwy 36 on way to the entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park, with over 4-million visitors annually. Price is for building & property only, but business known as The Warming House could also be purchased or will vacate. Adjacent Commercial Lot also available, bringing land total to 1.3acres! $950,000
740 Moraine Ave ~ Commercial Site Outstanding Commercial Building Site on Highway 36 with River Frontage! This is an fantastic location in Estes Park, with .62 of an acre overlooking one-hundred-thirty-three feet of Big Thompson River Frontage with sweeping Continental Divide & Lumpy Ridge Views. C-O Zoned site will accommodate many options & has city utilities available. This rare commercial lot near the main entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park won't last long! Lots of options for a new cafe, coffee shop, donut store, restaurant, bar, retail, food trucks, boutique hotel...? Corridor enjoys 4 million+ visitors annually into RMNP. Adjacent Commercial Building & Land also available, bringing land total to 1.3acres! $249,000
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