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September 25, 2020
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A mama black bear watches over her little one thinking about climbing a tree. Photo by Dawn Wilson DawnWilsonphotography.com
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Elk Fest Goes Virtual Due to ongoing public health and much of that educational content as safety precautions, the Town of Estes possible, online. Plans for the weekPark's annual Elk Fest is going virtual end of October 3 and 4 include videos, this year! Coined "Elk Fest 2.0: The presentations, Virtual Edition,” this year's event will and live quesbe mostly online, without the usual tion and angathering in Bond Park. Activities be- swer sessions gin September 28 and ramp up with educators through the weekend of October 3-4. from ColA complete schedule and contest inorado Parks formation is available at and Wildlife, VisitEstesPark.com. Follow the hashRocky Mountag #elkfest20 on Facebook and Insta- tain National gram. Park, the Colorado Wildlife “It's important to us to keep the Elk Federation, Fest tradition alive during the panand the Rocky demic, and we're excited to partner with Visit Estes Park to be able to offer Mountain Raptor Program. These learning opportunities will be availthese fun, educational activities for able via VisitEsteseveryone who loves Park.com and the Activities begin our town and our elk,” Visit Estes Park Facesaid Rob Hinkle, DiSeptember 28 and book page, #Elkrector of Events and ramp up through the Fest20. Visitor Services. weekend of October 3-4. Additional Elk Fest Elk Fest, hosted by 2.0 activities include: the Town of Estes Park, launched in 1999 to celebrate the • An online Bugling Contest. Winannual elk breeding season (or “rut”) ners will receive a variety of items and teach visitors and residents about from Mad Moose. these spectacular animals and other • A walking Scavenger Hunt Contest wildlife. This year, the Town’s Events featuring downtown sculptures. One team is partnering with the marketing lucky winner will receive a sweet team at Visit Estes Park to offer as Tower of Taffy from The Taffy Shop.
• An online photography contest for adults and youth generously sponsored by TDS. There are several contest categories. Winners will receive books or calendars by local professional photographer, Erik Stensland. • A streaming concert with local favorite, Cowboy Brad Jim Ward photo Fitch. • Mobile concerts featuring “Beat on the Streets”, various musicians from the local Village Band. The Estes Park Singers, Highland Brass, and Vic Anderson will perform on a traveling stage in the downtown area on weekends between now and October 4 (weather permitting). • A Virtual Vendor Marketplace featuring some of your favorite Elk Fest vendors. Don’t forget to always keep a safe distance from the elk. Give them room, use your zoom! The Town of Estes Park thanks Estes Park News for generously sponsoring Elk Fest 2.0.
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The Town of Estes Park is asking residents to assist as it prepares an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and Readiness Plan (E.V. Plan) to guide the next 10 years of strategic decisions that affect electric vehicles and overall transportation electrification. The Estes Park E.V. Plan will explore several vehicle classes including electric bicycles (ebikes), electric passenger vehicles, the Town’s fleet, as well as local public transit. Additional E.V. Plan goals include maximizing the Town’s existing investments in E.V. charging infrastructure and electric
transit (the new electric trolley), and ensuring that Estes Park is prepared for EV-owning residents and guests. Community members and visitors are encouraged to visit the project website, estes.org/e-vehicleplan to learn more about this project and EV-related efforts throughout the region. Short, knowledge-based quizzes allow residents to test their E.V. IQ , with rotating questions weekly. The EV Plan effort began in June 2020 and will be completed by the end of November. This effort is grantfunded with sup-
port from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and Colorado Energy Office (CEO). The E.V. planning effort is led by the Public Works Department Parking & Transit Division, in partnership with Front Range consulting team, S.R.D. Consulting and Brendle Group, and supported by the Town’s Transportation Advisory Board. Individuals interested in learning more and getting involved are asked to contact Christy Crosser at ccrosser@estes.org or 970-577-3574.
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Weigh In On Potential Downtown Building Height Amendment By: Randy Hunt, Community Development Director
The Town of Estes Park and the Estes Park Planning Commission are seeking public input on a potential amendment to the current building height restriction in the development code. The Estes Park Downtown Plan, adopted by the Estes Park Town Board in January, 2018, calls for an increase in building height in the downtown area, over the current 30' limit. The Plan indicates there are some areas of downtown, generally those adjacent to the State highways, in which three-story buildings would be appropriate. In the remainder of the Downtown Plan area, two-story buildings are shown as the most appropriate. Town staff suggests that overlay zoning within the Downtown Commercial Zoning District is a logical and tested method to match different height limits within the district. The estimated height for a two-story building is 32' and for a three-story building is 44', which allows for variables such as roof pitch and foundations. The Plan also indicates that buildings up to four stories may be considered on a case by case basis on sites where additional height is determined to not significantly impact views, privacy or other factors. We feel that the special review process is adaptable to provide for this in individual cases. The Plan states that taller buildings (three stories and up) would be better adapted to their environment if design features, such as stepbacks or offsets to the rear of a site, were included. We also have additional material on the design features that were developed during the Downtown Plan process by a local architectural consultant on the
Plan team. Additionally, solar access and similar measures should be factors in locating and sizing buildings downtown. There are two reasons we feel that downtown building height limits are worthy of re-examination. First, the ability to provide additional workforce housing on the upper floor(s) of a mixed-use building would further a key Town Board Strategic Goal. Second, the recently adopted Floodplain Maps considerably expand the area in Downtown subject to Floodplain regulations, including the need for floodproofing lower levels. We also recognize that many feel taller buildings in Estes Park may potentially detract from our "natural skyline" and views. The Estes Park Planning Commission has asked that this discussion be a forefront issue for themselves, staff, and the community. They would like to provide plenty of time and opportunity for public comment so they can make a recommendation on building height to the Town Board toward the end of this year, possibly on the Planning Commission's November agenda. If such a timeframe is followed, the Town Board could see the matter on their agenda the second meeting in January. In the coming days we will post the Planning Commission items and other related materials on www.estes.org/EVDCamendments. Additional materials will be available on this page as they are developed. Public comment on the amendment is encouraged and a link to provide comment will be added along with the materials in a few weeks. Meeting agendas and materials are posted at www.estes.org/boardsandmeetings.
A “Redder” Sunrise! Rotary District 5440 District Governor Barb Redder visited members of the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary for a wonderful social and club update regarding the Covid-19 scenario. Barb’s remarks and observations were very encouraging. Not only is our district staying active and involved, but her comments about our Estes Park Sunrise Club were heart-warming. Barb and her husband drove all the way from Casper, WY, to attend the Sunrise Rotary meeting and that certainly
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showed Rotary International’s investment in Estes Park. Carefully we now move forward as your Sunrise Club to “do the right thing for all concerned.” Stay tuned for opportunities to join us and see what you think. Furthermore, we will be engaging in community projects that will benefit Estes Park. For more information contact Steve Misch at smisch1@msn.com or join us on Facebook at Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary.
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Office Of The Town Clerk Makes Us Better Most days, Estes Park is a beehive of ac- provide computer tivity. Its downtown corridor a steady support, transcribe stream of cars flowing east and west proceedings, and along Elkhorn Avenue. Vacationing fami- more. lies, arm locked couples, and fun loving Even though, things can at times get a friends walking slowly on the sidewalks. Some of them curiously gazing into windows. Many going into shops. Others dining in restaurants or relaxing in green spaces. Nearby, is Estes’ town hall. The seat of government and location of the town clerk’s office. Where, clerk Jackie Williamson and administrative assistants Bunny Beers and Kimberly Disney busily issue licenses and permits, supervise elections, maintain records, and provide support and assistance to the town’s trustees and me, your mayor. My official relationship with clerk Williamson and her team began last January, when I stopped by the office of the clerk to get the requisite registration materials for The “can-do team” of the Town Clerk’s Office outside becoming a candidate for mayor. Estes Park Town Hall, Bunny Beers, Kimberly Disney My relationship with them grew and Jackie Williamson with each subsequent encounter. bit excited elsewhere downtown, the ofWhether it was me submitting required campaign reports, drawing a position on fice of the town clerk is an oasis of cando confidence. Where, Jackie, Bunny and the ballot, or hearing the election night results they’d tabulated. Or them posting Kimberly calmly take things in stride. Doing what’s necessary for getting things my biography on the town’s website and giving me onboarding instructions about done. Unwaveringly attending to detail. Graciously supporting the trustees and duties as mayor. me. Making us better. Enabling the comNow, as your mayor, the office of the mon good of the townspeople to move town clerk is my go-to-place for paperforward. And doing so, they foster a culwork about the work of the town board, ture of service that permeates our town. records about ongoing processes and Please join me in offering up a heartfelt projects of the town, mail from conthank you to Jackie, Bunny and Kimstituents, as well as for obtaining guidberly. The work they do, and the way ance about what, when and how to do they do it makes Estes Park a trementhings. Moreover, it’s in the clerk’s office dous place to live, work, grow... and be that staff assists with proclamations, mayor. arrange for meetings (and meals), assign rooms, coordinate virtual connections,
Souper Fundraiser For Estes Valley Crisis Advocates Join us for our 3rd Annual Souper Fundraiser, benefiting the mission and programs of Estes Valley Crisis Advocates (EVCA) on Thursday, October 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Please order a “Souper” meal to-go, either for pick up or delivery at The Egg of Estes (call 970-577-9781). Delivery to your home will be by the Board, Volunteers, and Staff of Estes Valley Crisis Advocates. Orders may be placed online at bit.ly/EVCAsouper For more information, please contact EVCA at 970-577-9781 or at
info@crisisadvocates.org. Donations are accepted via personal checks to EVCA, or you may donate at www.crisisadvocates.org/donate. Estes Valley Crisis Advocates is a confidential organization and we are available 24/7 with trained advocates to listen to you or guide you to appropriate resources for any difficulties you may be having. We are available by phone, Skype, Facebook Messenger or email. 970-577-9781, info@crisisadvoacates.org, www.crisis advocates.org. EVCA is a 501-C-3 non-profit organization.
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Crossroads Committed To “Help For Today, Hope For Tomorrow” By: Brian Schaffer The Black Canyon neighborhood has been collecting food since April to assist in the “Keeping Our Neighbors Fed” program. We’ve never really called it this, but in a way this is exactly what their food collection has been doing for the last six months. As I consider this act of love I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for this grassroots effort that comes from the generosity of people who want to ensure no one goes hungry in our town. We have not reached the point where Old Mother Hubbard was when she went to the cupboard and found it to be bare. However, this could be the case if people quit giving in way of financial gifts and collections of food items, so please know we are dependent on each one of you to help us keep our cupboards fully stocked. Would you consider purchasing groceries for a family of five through a one-time $100 gift? Or, maybe you’d be better suited to organize a food drive in your neighborhood to collect food items for our food pantry. Either way would be a wonderful gift to the people we serve at Crossroads. Find out more ways to help with this by going to our website at www.CrossroadsEP.org Over the past week I have been running from meeting to meeting, activities to work projects, and then back to the office to ad-
minister details that keep things running smoothly. There’s never a dull moment around here. I’m so fortunate to be surrounded by a talented staff of servant leaders. One morning I helped a person move out of their cabin and later distributed their donated furniture items to others in the community who needed them. While pulling through a parking lot downtown, I saw a guy holding a sign that read “Need a Jump,” so I stopped by to see how I could help. I asked the question, “Do you need a jump or do you need a battery? ” One action would get him down the road, but would require another jump start to get going again while an alternative action of replacing the battery would give him continued help for many years to come. So, I purchased a new battery and brought it back to him and he was speechless to think someone would do this for him. I think many people react to situations in life as this man did; they look for temporary assistance that will get them to the next place, but aren’t quite willing to ask for the type of help that will solve the bigger need in their life. At Crossroads, we’re committed to offer both types of assistance that gives people “Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow.”
EVFPD firefighters generally respond to • MVC: 4 medical calls in their personal vehicles, al• Possible Illegal Burn/Smoke lowing for a faster response. On other inci- Investigation: 9 dents, firefighters respond to a fire station • Alarm/Detector Activation: 4 to respond in department apparatus with • Water Rescue: 1 specialized equipment. • Search & Rescue: 1 During the week of September 13th, the • Odor Investigation: 1 Estes Valley Fire Protection District • Assist: 2 (EVFPD) responded to 26 calls for servEstes Valley Fire www.estesvalleyfire.org ice. This included: • Emergency medical (assist EPH): 4
The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. On September 15 at 8:25 a.m. police were called to the 1200 block of Country Club Dr. where they arrested a 35 year old female from Estes Park who was wanted on an EPPD warrant for failure to appear on a trespassing charge. She was later released on bond. On September 14 at 6:32 a.m. police contacted a 44 year old male driver at Estes Park at Golf Course Road and Fairway Club Circle. The male was issued a summons by EPPD for driving under suspension, nonpayment of child support, driving without insurance and having an obstructed license plate. The male was also found to be wanted
on a warrant for disorderly conduct from Trinidad Police Dept. He was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail. On September 16 at 10:51 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 1200 block of Graves Ave. On scene, they contacted a 38 year old female from Estes Park who was arrested for 3rd degree assault and domestic violence. She was transported to the Larimer County Jail. On September 19 at 2:30 p.m. police contacted a 36 year old male from Estes Park in the 600 block of Big Thompson Ave. where he was arrested on a warrant out of Key West, Florida for a probation violation and possession of drugs. He was transported to Larimer County Jail.
Accident Claims Life Of Cyclist On Sept. 17 at approximately 10:17 p.m., Estes Park Police officers responded to a reported motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Birch and Prospect Avenues – a collision between a passenger van and a cyclist. The cyclist, a 48-year-old male from Estes Park, was transported for med-
ical treatment and later died of his injuries. The driver of the van, a 30-year-old female from Estes Park, was not injured. Next of kin are being notified. No further information will be released by the Estes Park Police Department at this time.
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Police-Community Relations: Join The Local Conversations Next Week
From the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership and the Estes Valley Library
to offer their perspectives, as well as to listen and learn from the dialogues. Policing is an issue that’s been receivThe Living Room Conversation ing a lot of attention in our country model helps facilitate connections bethis summer. tween people. Come to the “virtual” As part of October’s Conflict Resolu- table to share your perspectives, learn about the experiences of others, and tion Month program series, the compotentially leave with stronger conmunity is invited to participate in a Living Room Conversation on Police- nections and a shared sense of community. Community Relations. These conversations will be especially focused close Participants may choose from any of to home—with emphasis on our perthese four time slots: Wednesday, sonal stories, interactions, and impres- September 30, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., or sions of police relations in our comfrom 7 to 8:30 p.m.; or on Friday, munity. October 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., or from 12 to 1:30 p.m. The sessions will take place in a virtual (Zoom) format, co-hosted by Registration is limited, and particiEstes Valley Restorative Justice Partpants should sign up in advance by nership and the Estes Valley Library, visiting estesvalleylibrary.org, where within a safe and neutral format. Staff there is also a list of the full roster of from the Estes Park Police Department October’s Conflict Resolution Month will also be joining the conversations, series.
Estes Park Archives Program This Saturday, September 26
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THE LEGION WILL BE CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE EVENT WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30TH.
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
Tombstone decorating parties 4:30‐7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 & 1‐5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4 Get your plot in the Circle 119 graveyard. Look in this week’s Estes Park News for all of the ghoulish details. Mountain Town Rockers & Friends 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 Live music on the outdoor patio
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Vet Assistance 9‐11 a.m. Tuesdays & Wednesdays Assistance for Veterans & their families regarding benefits & related topics.
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Sundae Sunday BINGO 7 p.m. Sundays Featuring brownies & ice cream. Tuesday Trivia 6 p.m. Tuesdays It’s time to test your knowledge! Queen of Hearts 7 p.m. Fridays Win cash!
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Tavern Menu 4‐7 p.m. Saturday—Thursday Appetizers & light foods Fall German Brat Fest 5:30‐7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25 Lift a glass of PBR and celebrate a traditional Wisconsin Oktoberfest featuring grilled brats, beer cheese soup, German potato salad, sauerkraut, and soft Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese dip. $15 per person Fish & Chips 5:30‐7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 $15 per person. Masks are required at Circle 119 until you are seated at a table, social distancing required & all other Larimer County Health Department rules observed.
The Estes Park (which very much is Archives concludes its carried by the PresiSeptember football-redent, provided they lated programming this don't misplace it, or Saturday, September 26, leave it in a suit sent with a free talk on the out for dry cleaning, as most important football former chief adminisin America, the nuclear trators have), the footfootball, once referred to ball's connection to as the atomic football. Halliburton, and “Operation Drop Kick” and As we approach the One of the earlier “nuclear footballs” the debt owed to Col58th anniversary of the is on display at the Smithsonian. orado. Cuban Missile Crisis, we Courtesy Smithsonian Magazine acknowledge the one The COVID-modiremnant of that crisis which still accomfied format has been in place all summer, panies the President of the United States and should be familiar to those who have everywhere he (or she) travels outside the attended one or more programs since White House, a heavy aluminum briefJune. In essence, it is a 15-minute block case inside a leather satchel, which conrepeating every quarter hour between tains menu-driven options for launching 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., with only people a nuclear attack. sharing the same last name or occupying the same residence permitted entry, with We will give details about the football (which does not have a red button, and is masks required. Reservations are not not carried by the President), the "biscuit" necessary, and all are welcome - for more information, call 586-4889.
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The past six months have taught each of us a great deal about ourselves, our community, the nation, and the world we live in. We’ve all experienced highs, lows, and everything in between in our daily lives. The following realizations are just a few of the revelations I’ve had since the onset of the pandemic. First of all, let’s bring our house into the conversation. I have to be honest: When the first “Stay-at-Home” order was enacted, I was excited. It inspired me to compose a list of all the things my husband and I could accomplish in and around our humble home. If I remember correctly, the ambitious list was about two pages long. The word remember is important, since that printout went into the wastebasket months ago. I quickly learned while it’s nice to outline things in a to-do-list, it’s important to make the goals achievable. If you ask too much of yourself, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment and failure. One of the first projects I launched was cleaning and organizing closets. And that was fun until our family room became overwhelmed with boxes overflowing with unwanted and unnecessary items. We began tripping over them and they quickly became a nuisance because the thrift stores were closed and there was nowhere to take them. As a result, the trunk and backseat of our car have been overflowing with stuff since March. This past week I finally got the gumption to take everything to the Elizabeth Guild only to find out they only accept things at certain times. Naturally, I ventured there on one of the wrong days. Maybe next week I’ll be able to reclaim our car’s interior spaces as my own. Anyway, the next project on the list was to rejuvenate our back deck. It’s been in dire need of attention for at least a year and so I promptly invested in five gallons of stain. Several months later, most but not all of that job has been completed. At this point, quite possibly it will be next spring when we’re finished. Earlier this summer I wrote a column professing my fascination with magpies. Don’t get me wrong—I still love them. But I’m a little disturbed that they decided our garden was their personal buffet. The peas we’d planted were doing beautifully, as were the carrots. That is until our feathered friends decided to gorge themselves on al-
most everything above ground. They also seemed to enjoy tomatoes ripening on the vine proving they do have good taste. As for visiting our largest local grocery store . . . I’m still trying to figure out why— no matter what time of day I go—the man filling the bread aisle is always there with huge racks you’re forced to try and maneuver around. Inevitably, he’s directly in front of the product I’m hoping to find. I’ve also discovered people have become oblivious to the arrows directing them down the aisles in one direction or another. Another problem I have in the store is that since I seem to be shorter than I once was, most items I’m looking for seem to be almost out of reach on the top shelves. Thank goodness I can usually play the feeble old lady card and find a tall person to assist me. And finally, offering people the option of shopping for groceries online is in theory a wonderful idea. Unfortunately, in a parking lot already overflowing most days, designating a number of prime spaces for online pickup is making life even more difficult. I have yet to see anyone parked in those spaces sitting inside their cars waiting to pick up an order. There are so many other things on our list I’ve failed to accomplish that I’m quite disappointed in myself. I’ve wanted to read all of those books that have been calling to me. There has been plenty of time to try and finish the World War I historical novel I’ve been working on. While I did manage to clean out a bunch of old, unnecessary files on my computer, there’s still a long way to go with that project. The one good thing that has come of all this has been communicating much more frequently with our family. So, I guess in the end, the messy cupboards will still be there waiting for me, the need to dust will never end, and I will manage to turn off the television and sit down with a treasured book and a cup of tea. But it’s the friends and people we love who are most important in our lives. It’s those relationships we need to nurture as we muddle our way through these troubling times. So, keep your chin up and continue to muddle—better days will come, and we want to be ready when they do.
Virtual Open House: Preview, Discuss The 2020 Land Use Code A preview of a new and more userfriendly 2020 Larimer County Land Use Code and Comprehensive Plan overview will be presented for discussion at two virtual open houses. The new Land Use Code and Comprehensive Plan are the results of several years’ work from many county residents and organizations to update and rewrite the land-use code making it easier to understand and use. Larimer County Community Development is hosting the open houses which highlight the first revision of the Larimer County Land Use Code in over 20 years. To view the 2020 Land Use Code and register for either virtual open house visit www.larimer.org/planning/luc2020. Those who register will be invited to participate in a pre-open house questionnaire.
Information and feedback from the two sessions might be used to further finetune the final draft of the code. Open house topics include an overview of the Comprehensive Plan for the mountain and plains portions of Larimer County that served as a foundation for the new Land Use Code, the impact zoning has on development, land use decisions by Larimer County for commercial and agricultural use, and the size and location of buildings allowed on lots. The two hour-long sessions are being offered to allow residents flexibility to participate at 4 p.m. and again at 6 p.m., Oct. 22, 2020. The same content will be presented at both open houses, only one registration is necessary. For more information email Matt Lafferty at mlafferty@larimer.org.
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Reclamation Neighborhood Water Line Upgrades Resume Oct. 12 Water taps, line installation and repaving will require traffic control at intersections with US 36 The Town of Estes Park Water Division will begin the third phase of water line
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upgrades in the Reclamation Neighborhood approximately Oct. 12. This will include new taps and water lines at the intersections of U.S. 36 with First, Second and Third Streets, as well as repaving of the work areas. This phase of the project is expected to be complete by late November, weather permitting. Water main tapping and installation of new lines requires traffic control, which will move from one intersection to the next in approximately one-week intervals. Work will begin at the Fourth Street intersection the week of Oct. 12, and is scheduled to progress west to Third Street (Oct. 19), Second Street
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(Oct. 26) and First Street (Nov. 2). The Third through First Street intersections will require full closures near the intersections with U.S. 36. Access to all businesses and residences will be maintained through detours. Water service to the area should not be impacted by the project. This is the third of six anticipated phases of the mainline replacement project in the Reclamation Neighborhood that will replace the existing four-inch steel mainline with new eight-inch ductile iron pipe and the addition of fire hydrants. This project will take place over the next few years and will include up-
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October 3: videos, presentations, and live Q&A sessions with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Rocky Mountain National Park, the Colorado Wildlife Federation, and the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program. Available via VisitEstesPark.com and the Visit Estes Park Facebook page, #ElkFest20. Online Bugling Contest - winners will receive a variety of items from Mad Moose Walking Scavenger Hunt Contest - winner receives a Tower of Taffy from The Taffy Shop Online photography contest for adults and youth generously sponsored by TDS winners will receive books or calendars by local photographer, Erik Stensland Streaming concert with local favorite, Cowboy Brad Fitch Weekend mobile concerts downtown featuring “Beat on the Streets” through Oct 4 A Virtual Vendor Marketplace
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graded connections for each customer’s water service. As future phases are scheduled, the Water Division will contact property owners to discuss the timing and placement of the service line as well as the restoration of the disturbed area and landscaping. Project updates will be posted at www.estes.org/reclamationwaterproject. For more information, please contact Water Distribution Supervisor Cliff Tedder at 970-577-3622 or ctedder@estes.org, or Administrative Assistant Brenda Wyss at 970-577-3619 or bwyss@estes.org.
The Estes GOP Outpost is open with lots of good information available from your national, state and local candidates! We are located at 162 S. Saint Vrain, 10am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. For additional information call 970-612-2514 or check out our website: estesconservatives.com
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I was talking on the phone the other day with my sister, a philosophy professor. When I told her that six months of pandemic-forced isolation was steering me toward a “nobody cares if I’m on this planet or not” mood, she said, “That’s nihilism and that’s not good. ” Nihilism. I’d heard of it but couldn’t define it if you’d asked. After I looked it up (it’s an extreme pessimism that condemns existence), I agreed with Janet that having a sense of nihilism isn’t healthy. (Nihilists tend to have an impulse to destroy. The only thing I want to destroy is my Zoom camera. It doesn’t do anyone any favors, even with the “touch up my appearance” feature turned on.) I needed a boost! I needed to be with people, had a severe itch to go somewhere, yearned to be doing something meaningful. It was imperative that I turn off the news, which wasn’t (still isn’t) doing anything to make the future look positive. I needed chocolate. It took a bit of self talk but eventually I snapped out of it. I wrote a poem (you’ll see it next April during National Poetry Month), played a duet on the piano with my affiliate Joe, applied to be an election poll worker, and spent a couple of hours with two other masked women volunteering at the food pantry. All of these things helped. But that’s not my point today. While I was looking up the pronunciation of the word nihilism to test Joe’s alternate version, I stumbled upon an unofficial list of the most difficult words to pronounce in English. It reminded me of a column I wrote in August 2009 about the word moist. Some people have an aversion to it, don’t ask me why. Anyway, I found this list of the most-difficult-to-pronounce words interesting. Here are a few of them: • Rural. Apparently the repeating r is a challenge for some. But it’s not just the r’s, because the word roar—also with double r’s—is easy enough. So it’s not the r’s, but the r’s followed by an l. Except that the made-up word re-relate doesn’t trip the tongue. Ergo, it’s the repeating r’s followed by an l with the vowels u and a in between. In other words, it’s the complete word rural. Didn’t I already say that? • Squirrel. There’s that r and l thing again. What’s fun about this word however, is its history. Supposedly, during WWII, the word squirrel was used as a shibboleth by the English to detect German spies. (A shibboleth is a word used as a test of nationality by its difficult pronunciation.) Amazingly, the Germans used their word for the same fluffy-tailed rodent (eichhörnchen), to identify nonGermans. In a rare turn of events, squir-
rels were catching people, not the other way around. • Colonel. This is only a challenge if you know how it’s spelled. To hear it and say it back is easy. But if you were sick from school the day they taught that sometimes we pronounce an l as an r, you’ll struggle with colonel. In defense of those who have a hard time with this, I can’t think of another English word that is spelled with an l but pronounced with an r. Not one. It’s in the same vein as macabre. No l, silent r. • Penguin. Apparently some people have an aversion to giving a hard g sound to this soft balloonish bird. Or maybe the disinclination comes from watching these formally dressed fellas waddle around without knees or elbows. It’s cumbersome (as opposed to cummerbund). • Sixth. This numeric name makes me think of the word height. It was only in the last 10 years I learned the word height ends in a hard t instead of a th. A lot of people don’t know this, most likely because height is often paired with width, which obviously ends with the soft th sound. Width would sound really funny if it ended with a hard t, as would the word sixth. • Isthmus. An isthmus is a strip of land with a body of water on either side of it that connects two larger landmasses. It would be a whole lot easier to say if we could speak with a lisp, which is the way our tongues want to go. Ithmuth. Much easier. Like Chrithmuth—that lovely holiday in December. (The proper way to pronounce isthmus is with a silent th. ISS-muss.) • Anemone. No r’s, no l’s, and no th’s. I want to say AN-ih-moh-nee (like alimony but a lot cheaper) but that’s wrong. It’s uh-NEM-uh-nee. An anemone is a flower in the buttercup family. But when I looked up our lovely snow buttercup, I didn’t see the awkward word anemone anywhere. Snow buttercup is in the ranunculaceae family. Try pronouncing that, why don’t you. • Lastly, let’s all say Worcestershire. How many syllables did you give it? The answer should be three. WOO. Stir. Shir. Not Wor-ches-ter-shire. Not Whats-dishere. But Woo-stir-shir. It’s a county in England. And if you have trouble with its pronunciation, just say A1 and call it good. It’s not the same, but it works in a pinch. You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2020 Sarah Donohoe
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I do not know how I stay so busy these days and then wonder what I have done all day. Any of you do that? And why do I have so many objects to pick up and put back where they belong? I live alone and am really a clean freak, but every morning I find so many “things” around the house out of their special place. I am convinced I have a Poltergeist or my dog Sunshine roams the house at night scattering stuff to amuse herself and confuse me. I can remember the days I had the luxury of having a cleaning woman. Even then I would spend hours picking up so she could clean. Then the children would take over and my labors were in vain. Well now I just straighten to please myself. Then there is the fall yard work. Boy, can I keep busy “straightening my little acre.” I trimmed all the dying foliage and looked at the fallen pinecones. I say looked, as I have no intention of picking them up as they are still falling. Then there is the watering of the fading summer flowers in hopes for their survival for just a little while longer. I do love this time of year and enjoy the last of the wonderful summer vegetables. We are seeing our wonderful corn season coming to an end. I think that and fresh tomatoes are the things I miss most in the winter months. At least frozen corn is second best, but forget good tomatoes when they are store bought. Speaking of corn, I do have a fun, easy,
and tasty recipe that I made recently. It is a corn cake and I enjoyed them so much I wanted to share the recipe with y’all. The original recipe called for ¼ cup chopped basil, I wanted an onion flavor. Hope you like it.
Parmesan-Onion Corn Cakes Makes nine-1 inch cakes Lightly oiled skillet (1-2 Tbs.) 2 ears of corn or 2 cups of frozen corn (you could use canned kernels) 1 egg ¼ cup flour ¼ cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese (I like a little more, 1/3 cup) 2 green onions, sliced thin. (use only 1 green top and the two white bottoms). 1 Tbs. cornstarch ½ tsp. Kosher salt Pinch black pepper Cut the kernels off the cob. Place half of corn in food processor (you can use a blender) with egg and process until smooth and place in a bowl. Mix remaining ingredients. Cook by tablespoons in the oiled skillet on medium heat until golden per side (3-4 minutes per side). Unused batter will last in the refrigerator. I had three cakes per night for three nights for 3-4 people, this is one night of servings. Make more for hungry people by doubling the recipe. My email is esther.cenac@gmail.com. Bon Appétit.
Spare Change Fundraiser Brings In $5,500 Estes Valley Crisis Advocates
I wanted to share something to the people who are responsible for the Spare Change campaign. As my husband and I were gathering our change to ready for opening our new account and depositing, it brought back memories. Twenty-five years ago I was a single parent working a good part time job for my city as well as substitute teaching and selling my blood plasma to help support myself and four daughters. I was lucky in that their father, who had been abusive, did pay his court ordered child support, although had zero interaction with his children. I remember a couple of occasions where the girls and I would be searching the house, car, pockets, couches to save up enough change to buy a carry out pizza. It was not like we wouldn't have oth-
Courtesy photo erwise eaten, but it was an unusual splurge. I guess remembering that got me a bit emotional thinking how hard those times were, and how I would have never ever have thought that I would have collected so much change. (We have not cashed our change in for almost a year). The fact that so many people are now being benefited by other people’s change just feels so cathartic. I wanted to express a personal thank you. I also am thinking that maybe as a new tradition at our DV shelter, we use a small portion of the Bank of Colorado campaign, and order pizza for a families first night living in our shelter. Diana David Brown Executive Director Estes Valley Crisis Advocates
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COVID-19 Test Results In Two Hours Available At Estes Park Health Estes Park Health can now run eight COVID-19 tests inhouse simultaneously and provide EPH physicians results in 80 minutes. Estes Park Health Foundation funded the purchase of this equipment and is grateful for the donors that enabled this leading-edge technology to be available here in the community. As Tom Gonzales, Larimer County Public Health Director, noted in a meeting on August 5th to address opening
Larimer County Schools: “We are seeing a substantial delay in COVID-19 test results from all clinical labs, including the state lab. For contact tracing to be effective, we must obtain timely test results within 2-3 days. With cases continuing to rise, counties across the state will struggle to conduct timely contact tracing with this delay in results. This is a state-wide problem that has caused us to reassess our school reopening plans.� “Having the new COVID-19 test analyzer available right here at Estes Park Health will give Estes Valley residents,
visitors, and staff fast and efficient results, allowing for better contact tracing and more freedom of movement for the people of the Estes Valley,� said Vern Carda, Estes Park Health CEO. Call 970-586-2317 if you need to get tested. The Estes Park Health Foundation increases community awareness of Estes Park Health, and develops, manages and distributes funds to assist EPH in fulfilling its mission. To learn more about initiatives or to volunteer, contact them at GiveToEPH.org or 970-577-4370.
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Major Road Work In Rocky Mountain National Park On Three Mile Section Of Road Day Time Detours And Minor Delays Nightly Closures Continue Day Time Detours And Minor Delays Nightly Closures Continue As temperatures begin to drop at night, road construction operations on a 3-mile section of US 36, just west of Bear Lake Road junction to east of Deer Ridge Junction, will expand into the day. This section of road will remain closed nightly from 9 pm to 7 am, Sunday nights through Friday mornings. The contractor has begun paving operations. There will be a partial road closure during the paving work. When the road reopens each morning at 7 am, two-way traffic will be allowed until noon through this section. Beginning at noon, Mondays through Thursdays, only one lane of west bound traffic will be open. Eastbound traffic will not be allowed through this section of construction from noon to 9 p.m. On Fridays, this closure will be in place from noon to 5 pm. During these time periods, visitors coming east on Trail Ridge Road from Hidden Valley will be diverted through the Fall River Entrance. Visitors travelling from the Fall River
Entrance will be unable to travel through this section to exit through the Beaver Meadows Entrance. Visitors entering at the Beaver Meadows Entrance will be permitted to travel westbound through the construction zone during the day with up to 15 minutes delays. No detours or delays will take place on this section of road from Fridays at noon through Sundays at 9 p.m. This road construction project has encompassed removing an entire depth of asphalt and installing a new surface. Many curves have been reconstructed to bring them into compliance with federal highway standards. Visitor pull offs are being formalized and curbing will be added where necessary to protect vegetation. Upper Beaver Meadows Road will also be inaccessible during nightly closures. For further information on Rocky Mountain National Park, please visit www.nps.gov/romo or call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206.
Diaper Need Awareness Week Governor Jared Polis has declared September 21-27, 2020 as Diaper Needs Awareness Week. Diaper need is the lack of sufficient supply of diapers to keep a child clean, dry, and healthy. Diapers are not only necessary, but costly for families with young children. Infants require up to 12 diapers per day, at a cost of $70 to $80 per month per baby. In the U. S., one in three families struggles with diaper need and 48% of families delay in changing diapers to extend their supply. EVICS, along with many organizations, recognize this challenge and are doing something about it. We have re-
cently partnered with the Nappie Project, a non-profit based out of Loveland, Fort Collins and surrounding communities. The Nappie Project supplies EVICS with diapers so we can provide free diapers to families in the Estes Valley. We are proud to support families and children in our community to eliminate diaper need. Along with our Diaper Bank, EVICS provides support to families and children through our Child Care Scholarship Fund and our Family Support Program. For more information, please call 970-586-3055 or email us at office@evics.org.
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Important Dates And How To Get Info On Candidates And Issues
Important Dates Thursday Oct 8 Virtual Candidate Forum for CO Senate District 23, House District 49 and HD 51 7-9 p.m. Live on Zoom hosted by Facebook@LovelandPubLibrary. A recording will be posted on the websites of the Loveland Public Library and League of Women Voters of Larimer County (www.lwv-larimercounty.org). Oct 9-26, Ballots mailed. Oct 19 to Nov 3, Voter Service and Polling Center opens in Estes Park at the Estes Valley Community Center, Lower Level In-person registration, get a replacement ballot, or drop off a ballot. Wednesday Oct 21, Last day to mail voter
registration to Fort Collins to receive a mailed ballot Monday Oct 26, Last day to mail ballots (two first class stamps required) Tuesday Nov 3 (Election Day), Last day to drop ballots off at a ballot drop box. Last day for in-person registration, get a replacement ballot, or drop off a ballot at the Voter Service and Polling Center. What’s on my ballot, who are the candidates, and what are the amendments and propositions? Several websites allow you to find exactly what your ballot will include by typing in your address and or name. Vote411.org (Spanish available)
We are open as a virtual church without walls See pccrusa.org for fellowship, prayer and worship schedules
Outdoor In‐Person Services in September Weather permitting – 10:00 AM Services will be held in the drive just outside the main entrance. 1700 Brodie Avenue Bring a lawn chair, wear a face mask, observe social distancing. All are welcome
Ballotpedia.org Secretary of State for Colorado: sos.state.co.us. How can I learn about the candidates and issues? The following websites and information pamphlets have explanations and Pro /Con arguments as well as candidates’ answers to questions. LWVColorado.org. Click on Voter Support, 2020 Ballot Issues. This provides candidate answers in their own words, and ballot measures in plain language with PRO/CON statements submitted by proponents and opponents of each ballot issue. Also available in pamphlet form in English or Spanish at the Estes Valley Library and the Town Hall foyer beginning Oct 3.
Ballotpedia.org Sample Ballot Lookup. Vote411.org (also in Spanish) Candidate answers and Ballot Measures will be avail beginning Oct. 3. Ballot Information Booklet “Blue Book” is mailed with all ballots in Colorado. Published by the Colorado Legislature. The League of Women Voters of Estes Park serves the community as a nonpartisan education and advocacy organization, neither supporting nor opposing individual candidates or political parties at any level of government. For more information see www.lwv-estespark.org or contact Dir of Voter Service, Robin Converse, at robconverse56@gmail.com.
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2020 offers all of us the opportunity to celebrate not only the passage of the 19th Amendment but also the achievements of women over that last 100 years. Celebrations are planned nation-wide, in every state and in local communities. A number of local organizations and community leaders, under the leadership of Jean McGuire, have formed a committee to coordinate the local celebration under the title, “100 Years: A Celebration of Women.” As a part of the festivities, we plan to collect stories about Estes Valley women in the form of paragraphs. Submission period: now through the end of November. Maximum length: 200 words, A story about any woman with a connection to Estes Park. These paragraphs will be collected by the Estes Valley Library. They will then appear in the local newspapers and 100 will be chosen to be published as a booklet for November release. Submit your paragraphs digitally (preferred) to chomanwendell@estesvalleylibrary.org or hard copy to the front desk. Here are the next of the submissions.
The Story Of Anna Wolfrom Dove (1872-1950) And The Wigwam Tea Room By: Steve Mitchell
As one of the first woman homesteaders in Estes Park, Anna Wolfrom did all the normal things before heading to the mountains: she studied in Paris and Oxford and wrote novels and plays. Dissatisfied with teaching in Omaha, Anna Wolfrom built a log cabin along the Wind River Trail in 1913 with the aid of a neighbor, carrying all her building supplies to the 160-acre homestead in a wheelbarrow. After she “proved up” her claim in 1914, Wolfrom opened the Wigwam Tea Room and Curio Shop where visi-
tors enjoyed fancy cakes, candies and drinks on the porch while enjoying the mountain views. By 1920 she was hosting 200 visitors a day. Anna added a home in 1938 and a bunkhouse in 1940. The National Park Service purchased the tea room in 1985. In the 1920s Wolfrom opened businesses at Beaver Point, location of the current Sundeck Restaurant, and on Elkhorn Avenue near the Sam Service store. Wolfrom married Dr. Orville Dove in 1923. She died in 1950 at the age of 78.
The Story Of Nan Ryan By: Jean McGuire
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Nan Ryan, born in Atchison, Kansas, but raised in Quincy, Illinois from the age of five, says that her life has been centered around golf since the age of 9; that’s 77 years of passion for the game, whether playing it or watching others play it. Nan played on the LPGA tour and worked for both the PGA & the LPGA. While playing in a city tournament in Quincy, Nan was walking with a reporter who commented that it was a shame there was no junior golf tournament in the Midwest. Nan said, “I think I’ll start one”, and thus was born the Pepsi Little People’s Golf Championships for junior golfers age 3 through 18, which started in 1974.
Over 24,000 players have participated in the annual event and many have gone on to join the pros. Nan was a camper at Cheley Colorado Camps in 1947 and loved it so much that she decided she wanted to live in Estes Park someday. That dream came true in 2001. Nan continues to run the Pepsi Little People’s Golf Championships out of her office in Estes Park. In addition, on her 70th birthday, she, her partner and a friend organized a tournament here in Estes Park, which has since become the Nan Ryan Invitational, held annually, which benefits the Estes Park Junior Golf Program.
The Story Of Esther Burnell Mills By: Nina Kunze
near her home, camping out overnight alone on a regular basis. Once she Esther Burnell and her sister Elizasnowshoed alone over the top of the beth vacationed at Enos Mills’ Longs Continental Divide 30 miles to Grand Peak Inn the summer of 1916, when Lake, spent the night with friends, and Esther decided to extend her visit to help Mills with a book he was writing. snowshoed back home the following Enchanted by the Colorado Rockies, day, following what is now the Ute and inspired by what she learned from Trail. Esther and Enos developed a mutual Enos Mills about nature, she decided to make Estes Park her home. Eventu- affection, fueled by their love of nature, and were married in August of 1918. ally, Esther and her sister Elizabeth were two of the first women to be ac- They had a daughter, Enda. After just four years of marriage, Enos Mills died credited nature guides in Rocky in 1922. Esther then took over the Mountain National Park. management of Longs Peak Inn, which Esther filed a homestead claim on she operated for over 20 years. 160 acres near today’s Fall River Entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Esther frequently took hikes
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September Is National Cholesterol Education Month September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a good time to get your blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is high. Children, young adults, and older Americans can have high cholesterol. More than 102 million American adults (20 years or older) have total cholesterol levels at or above 200 mg/dl, which is above healthy levels. More than 35 million of these people have levels of 240mg/dl or higher, which puts them at high risk for heart disease. High cholesterol usually does not have any symptoms. As a result, many people do not know that their cholesterol levels are too high. However, your health provider can do a simple blood test to check your cholesterol. It is important to check your cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a major risk
factor for heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. The good news? High cholesterol can be controlled through lifestyle changes or if it is not enough, through medications. The Estes Park Salud Family Health Center is located at 1950 Redtail Hawk Drive. To schedule an appointment call 970-484-0999 or 303MYSALUD. 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.
Septiembre Es El Mes Nacional De Educación Sobre El Colesterol Septiembre es el Mes Nacional de Educación sobre el Colesterol, un buen momento para controlar su colesterol en la sangre y tomar medidas para reducirlo si es alto. Los niños, los adultos jóvenes y las personas mayores pueden tener el colesterol alto. Más de 102 millones de adultos estadounidenses (20 años o más) tienen niveles de colesterol total iguales o superiores a 200 mg / dl, que está por encima de los niveles saludables. Más de 35 millones de estas personas tienen niveles de 240 mg / dl o más, lo que los pone en alto riesgo de enfermedad cardíaca. El colesterol alto generalmente no presenta ningún síntoma. Como resultado, muchas personas no saben que sus niveles de colesterol son demasiado altos. Sin embargo, su proveedor de salud puede hacerle un simple análisis de sangre para controlar su colesterol. Es importante controlar sus
niveles de colesterol. El colesterol alto es un factor de riesgo importante de enfermedad cardíaca, la principal causa de muerte en los Estados Unidos. ¿Las buenas noticias? El colesterol alto se puede controlar mediante cambios en el estilo de vida o, si no es suficiente, con medicamentos. El Centro de Salud Familiar Estes Park Salud está ubicado en 1950 Redtail Hawk Drive. Para programar una cita, llame al 970-484-0999 o al 303MYSALUD. La dirección del sitio web es www.saludclinic.org En Salud Family Health Centers, brindamos servicios de atención primaria de salud asequibles y de calidad para que usted y su familia se mantengan saludables. Servimos a todos los miembros de la comunidad sin importar el estado del seguro o la capacidad de pago. Salud acepta Medicaid, Medicare, CHP + y la mayoría de los planes de seguro privados.
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Storm Mountain Holiday Bazaar October 3 By Deb Green
The 12th Annual Storm Mountain Holiday Bazaar is rapidly approaching! As usual we have a number of local artisans displaying beautiful handmade items that would make wonderful holiday gifts. We started the Storm Mountain Bazaar in 2008, a group of local crafters looking for an outlet for their products. Being in a rural area, marketing is more challenging than in a town. All of our items are hand crafted and you have the fun of talking to the crafters and learning about the process of creating the items. Many of the crafters also take special orders, so you can get exactly the colors and size that you want. The wide variety of items will include small quilted items for the kitchen and home with wildlife, lodge and seasonal themes; felted wool clogs and mittens made from upcycled wool sweaters; mountain-themed dish towels, stained glass sun catchers, and Armenian baklava; local honey and related products such as lotion bars, soap, and candles; fine art prints of watercolor wax batik paintings; hand knit and crocheted items such as adult and children hats, stuffed animals; and hand handcrafted wooden coffee and end tables. It is 2020 of course, so we have made
some adjustments due to COVID-19 to safely hold our bazaar this year and to comply with Larimer County regulations. We will be holding our bazaar outside. The bazaar will only be one day, on Saturday October 3, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Vendors will be spaced apart in individual booths. Masks will be required as will social distancing. There will also be sign-in sheets, just in case there is a future need for contact tracing. Hand sanitizer will be available in every booth. We will be located next to the Big Thompson Canyon Association Building, a fun historic log structure, at 1479 US Hwy. 34, one mile east of Drake. We hope to see lots of familiar faces stopping in; some people make this an annual event! Look for many fall and winter items as well as holiday items for Thanksgiving and Christmas items. Please bring cash or check as the ability to do credit card transactions is very limited in the canyon. We always try to make sure this is a fun community event and plan to do so again this year despite the obvious challenges. If you have any questions please contact Deb Green at www.facebook.com/peacefulridge or deb@peacefulridge.com. Additional information on the crafters will also be linked from that Facebook page.
Celebrate Oktoberfest Circle 119 American Legion This Friday
Wearing his lederhosen, Estes Park’s own Cormac Hartmann lifts one of his parent’s beer glasses to honor the annual Oktoberfest celebration. But he’ll need to wait a few years before he can partake.
Slip into your lederhosen and celebrate Oktoberfest from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. this Friday, Sept. 25th at the Circle 119 American Legion. The menu features appetizers of Bavarian soft pretzels with beer cheese dip and Sunny’s homemade beer cheese soup doused in oyster crackers. Next you’ll be treated to grilled Johnsonville bratwurst marinated in beer and onions in true Wisconsin style served with sauerkraut and German potato salad. The menu will taste even more authentic when downed with a glass (or two) of Wisconsin’s Pabst Blue Ribbon beer from a keg on the outside patio. It’s rumored that there might even be polka music in the air. The cost is $15 per person.
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Meet And Greet For Dr. Charlie Winn Meet and Greet for Dr. Charlie Winn on Wednesday, September 30, at 6 p.m. GOP Outpost at 162 S. Saint Vrain across from Ridgeline Motel. COVID19 County restrictions will be observed. Call 970-612-2514 for additional information. Dr. Charlie Winn spent his career as a Navy flight surgeon, physician, and radiologist serving his country and countless Coloradans as patients. Now Charlie is running for United States Congress from Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District with focus on COVID-19 reopening, healthcare, jobs and Colorado's future.
Meet And Greet For Michael Lynch Meet and Greet for Michael Lynch, House District 49 Friday night, September 25, 6 p.m. GOP Outpost at 162 S. Saint Vrain across from Ridgeline Motel. COVID19 County restrictions will be observed. Call 970-612-2514 for additional information.
Meet At The Flagpole To Recite The Pledge Of Allegiance Join together as a community to recite The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and sing our National Anthem: The Star Spangled Banner on Friday, October 2 at 4:00 p.m. Let’s stand together as a community in a show of support and gratitude for our great country, the United States of America. See you at the pole! The flagpole is located in front of the Estes Park Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. God bless you!
Longs Peak Rotary Craft Sale Life changes have made nonprofits become creative on how to do fundraising. Longs Peak Rotary Foundation depends on fundraisers for their scholarship program. This Saturday we will be doing our third annual crafts sale. Since most craft sales have been cancelled due to COVID19, we will be holding a garage craft sale. We have fall and Halloween craft
items and Christmas decorations and ornaments. Please join us this Saturday, September 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and support the Longs Peak Rotary Foundation scholarship fundraiser. Please remember your masks. Renee McCauley, Foundation President
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BEWARE OF THE SHORTCUTS We’ve all been tempted to take shortcuts. I took the ‘shortcut’ from Circle to Terry, Montana once and ended up on roads that threatened to destroy the undercarriage of my car and leave me stranded in the middle of nowhere. You know the feeling. But at least we survived and are here to reflect on a foolish decision. The men of the Donner Party were not so lucky. They destroyed the lives of people they loved by opting for a shortcut. In April 1846, Jacob and George Donner organized a group of farmers and their families to seek a better life for their families. Their journey became a legendary nightmare. All went well for the eighty-one people in the wagon train until they reached Fort Bridger, Wyoming. There they read a leaflet written by Lansford Hastings who claimed he had found a shortcut to California. His ‘new trail’ would take the wagon train through Utah and Nevada. Solomon once wrote, “There is a way (‘trail’) that seems right unto a man, but its end is the way of death.” The Donner men learned that the hard way, by deciding to leave the proven trail and taking one unknown. They could have turned back several times but stubbornly pushed forward, encountering delay after disastrous delay, cutting their way through forests and across an eighty-mile salt desert, finally stopped by heavy snows in the Sierra Nevada mountain passes. All these would have been avoided if they had travelled the proven trail. In the end, less than half of the original party lived to see the next spring. None of this had to happen…but it did, because of shortsighted men opting for a shortcut. We ‘get the picture’, don’t we? There are times in life when we decide to take a ‘shortcut’ and end up in regretting it later on. It is seen in the choices that people make in pursuing the ‘success fantasy’ so important to many. People are willing to lower their moral standards and spiritual values in order to attain what they see as a desired goal. As one poet put it: “a bowl of pottage, a glass of wine, a game, and they travel on. They’re going once, going twice, going and almost gone.” Esau ‘sold his birthright’ in order to get ‘satisfaction’…and others have done it as well. We see it evident in the families that we know. We see spouses that fail to pursue those long-proven things that will make for a strong marriage, things like three ‘C’s and a ‘K’, I recommend to every couple whose wedding I perform: ‘Caring’; ‘Communication’; ‘Companionship’; and ‘Kissing’. These are ‘proven trails’ and will greatly enhance a couple’s possibility of having a ‘magnificent’ and ‘triumphant’ marriage. We see shortcuts taken in the raising of children in a family. Often couples bring a child into the world and then fail to provide for the needs…physical, emotional, and spiritual… of that child and then wonder why he / she turns to drugs or a gang or ??? to have their needs met. We’ve heard it said: “The family that ‘prays’ together, and ‘plays’ together, ‘stays’ together.” There are some ‘proven trails’ for raising strong children we can be proud of…but ‘shortcuts’ often lead to regrets…like it did with the Donner party. Solomon gave us some wise advice: “Train up a child in the way that he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Be sure not to lose your children along the way. We see this ‘proven trail’ versus ‘shortcut’ principle followed in the business world as well. Author Dan Miller tells of a young man who told him he “wants to find a secure, stable and enjoyable” career with no stress, little effort, and no ‘pushing by bosses’. Dan likens him to a man standing in front of a stove saying: “Give me heat and then I’ll put some wood in!” He quotes financial expert Charles Schwab: “The man who does not work for the love of work but only for the money is not likely to make money nor to find much fun in life.” There are few ‘shortcuts’ that result in successful careers. Spiritually, we must apply the ‘proven trail’ principle. Many people are satisfied with ‘shortcuts’ in their obedience to God. Jesus said, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and no one comes to the Father, but by Me.” This is the ‘proven trail’ and any ‘shortcuts’ will result in disaster. Don’t be a ‘Donner Party’ Christian. You won’t like the results.
Bob Lewis
Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu September 28 – October 2 Monday, Sept 28 Biscuits & Gravy w/ hash browns, bacon & fruit Tuesday, Sept 29 Chicken Quesadilla & soup of the day Wed., Sept 30
Salisbury Steak w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetable
Thursday, Oct 1 Chicken Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad Friday, Oct 2
Trout (4 oz) w/ Baked Potato & soup of the day
October 5 – 9 Monday, Oct 5
Breakfast Burrito (eggs, cheese, refried beans & potatoes in a floured tortilla) w/ green chili on the side Tuesday, Oct 6 Fried Chicken (3 pc) w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetables Wednesday, Oct 7 Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger w/ tomato salad Thursday, Oct 8 Chicken Salad Croissant w/ homemade chips Friday, Oct 9 Shrimp Alfredo w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & soup of the day All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Sept 28th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Sept 25th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane and at estesparkseniors.org The Center is still closed. No Activities. Meals to Go will be delivered to your vehicle at the Senior Citizens Center! Pick up times 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org
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NEW EXHIBIT OPENING – SEPTEMBER 25 “Celebrate Nature” featuring photographer Carol Gregory “Photography has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. I was a teacher in the Boulder Valley Schools for 30 years, and was often asked the question that if I wasn't teaching what would I be doing. My answer was that I would be a National Geographic photographer. When it comes to wildlife, I love the challenge of capturing that unique pose or that captivating behavior that makes the image come alive. Sometimes the wait time is extensive and other times things happen so quickly, I feel blessed to have captured the moment. I find that my greatest thrills and as well as my most memorable disappointments are all wrapped up in my experiences with wildlife photography. My goal now, with my photography is to share the beauty of this world with others who may not be able to experience these beautiful bits of nature or who have been there and can enjoy the memories that the images bring back.” Also on display in the gallery will be the outstanding work of the other Art Center artist members, including other works in oil painting, watercolor, pastel, jewelry, ceramics, charcoal, graphite, glass, wood, sculpture, fiber, photography, printmaking and mixed media. LOOKING FOR MENTEES/STUDENTS This is an exciting and popular Art Center program and an important way for Art Center artists to share their passion for the arts directly with members of the community. Mentors are matched with mentees, of all ages, who want to learn a new medium, and have the chance to work with an experienced artist who shows their work in our lovely, professional gallery. The annual Mentor/Student show in February is the highlight of the year, giving mentees the opportunity to see their own creations on display in the Art Center Gallery and to learn something about the “art biz” (appropriate framing, pricing, greeting the public, etc) along the way. Application forms may be picked up in the gallery or found online on the Art Center website. ARTISTS SUNDAY Artists Sunday is a nationwide alliance of professional artists, nonprofit agen-
cies, community organizations, and sponsors encouraging consumers to shop with artists, artisans and craftspeople. This artist-focused day takes place annually on the Sunday after Thanksgiving – the busiest shopping weekend of the year. Shoppers support local professional artists, find unique, personal gifts for their loved ones, and purchase something handmade. Artists Sunday is a trademark of Artists Sunday, LLC. Artists Sunday encompasses a full spectrum of the arts from painting, sculpture, and photography to clothing, jewelry, pottery, and a range of handcrafted items that can be both practical and beautiful. Performance art is also included. In addition to promotions across the country, consumers can visit ArtistsSunday.com and search Artists Sunday participants by state and city or town, as well as different categories of arts, crafts and handmade items. In the lead-up to Thanksgiving weekend, consumers across the country can expect a range of activities to raise awareness about Artists Sunday, with individual artists and organizations engaging and inspiring them to add art and hand-crafted items to their holiday shopping lists. Participation is free to all commercial artists and craftsmen as well as noncommercial organizations and agencies with an interest in supporting the arts. For more information, visit ArtistsSunday.com. The Art Center has joined this movement and encourages others to do so to help make this first time event a success. SOCIAL MEDIA The Art Center can be viewed on our website at www.artcenterofestes.com, on Facebook at Art-Center-of-EstesPark, Instagram at artcenterofep and Twitter at artcenterestes. The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. For more information, please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com.
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Five Fun Facts About... The Black Bear By: Dawn Wilson
This week’s featured animal is the black bear. Black bears are elusive, shying away from people in most circumstances. Colorado, however, has a black bear population estimated to be as large as 20,000 according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife so it isn’t that uncommon to cross paths with one once in a while. In Rocky Mountain National Park, the population estimate is only about 20 to 30 bears. 1. Black bears, the smallest bears in North America, are the only bears liv-
ing in Colorado. The polar bear and grizzly bear are larger and live further north. 2. Black is just the term to describe this species of bear. In addition to black, these bears can also have coats that are blonde, cinnamon or brown. 3. Black bears are omnivores, meaning they eat plants and animals. About 90 percent of the black bear’s diet is made up of berries, grasses, fruits, roots, nuts and other plants. The balance consists primarily of carrion and insects. 4. During the late summer and into the
fall, black bears enter a period of excessive eating called hyperphagia. During this time, black bears can eat up to 20,000 calories a day to put on enough weight to help them survive the winter without eating or drinking. 5. Female black bears have a unique trait. Although mating season is in May and June, egg implantation does not occur until the fall just prior to the female denning up for the winter. This technique helps the female conserve energy for the important task of putting weight on for the winter hibernation. The cubs
will be born in the den approximately eight weeks after mom enters hibernation. If the mother bear does not have a good fat reserve, she will not give birth that winter. Dawn Wilson is a professional and award-winning nature photographer who lives in Estes Park year-round. You can see more of her work, join one of her Rocky tours and purchase prints and calendars at DawnWilsonPhotography.com.
Bears will enjoy a dip in a creek or lake to cool off on a hot summer day.
A black bear looks back after changing his mind about climbing a tall ponderosa pine tree.
A black bear will feed almost continuously during the late summer and early fall to build up enough fat reserves for about six months of hibernation.
Black bears don't just have black coats; they can also be blonde, brown and cinnamon.
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Virtual Duck Race Nets $96,577 For Organizations
Nick Mollé films the Virtual Duck Race as Kris Hazelton interviews Karen Thompson in the Rocky Mountain Channel studios. Mascot Lucky Duck is ready to roll the drum. Photos by Scott Thompson.
By: Rita DuChateau, Rotary Club of Estes Park
On a warm sunny day, perfect for the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race, the weather didn’t matter for the first time in 32 years. The First (and hopefully last) Annual Estes Park Virtual Duck Race took place inside the studios of the Rocky Mountain Channel in downtown Estes Park. In a very unusual year, the virtual race meant spinning a gold drum with entries instead of cheering the yellow ducks as they bobbed in the river. It eliminated inperson attendance at various Estes Park locations, but instead featured a YouTube live stream watched by fans across the nation. Because cancelling the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race was never an option, 67 local participating organizations will collect $96,577 to bolster their budgets in this challenging year. “Estes Park is an amazingly giving community, and this year is no different,” said ‘Big Duck’ 2020 Karen Thompson. “Everyone that adopted a duck should pat themselves on the back for making this year’s race successful.” The race fans who generously adopted ducks reaped 438 prizes due to the hard work of the Merchant Prize Committee and the donations of sponsors. The winners of the major cash and travel prizes were drawn during the live broadcast and all prizes were posted on www.epduckrace.org. Winners include: • Sammie Johns, Chino Hills, California - $2,000 • Lois Ellingwood, Estes Park $1,000 • Ron Bell, Salt Lake City, Utah - 3night stay at Tenaya Lodge, near Yosemite National Park, tour of Yosemite • Wayne Park, Estes Park - 3-night stay at Explorer Cabins at Yellowstone, tour of Grand Canyon or Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park • Linda Schneider, Estes Park - 3night stay at The Pine Lodge, Whitefish Montana, near Glacier National Park, guided park tour. Delaware North Parks and Resorts donated the travel prizes.
The gold prize drum was spun several times and winners’ tickets were pulled by Honorary Duck Pluckers, individuals whose years of contributions have made the Duck Race a continuing success. Honorary Duck Pluck-
Mollé said. “It’s our pleasure to be a part of the Virtual Race this year. I think what I most love about the race is that it makes so many people happy in this town.” Big Duck 2020 Karen Thompson summed up her experience of leading the flock in a pandemic that forced postponement from May to September and then a rapid planning of the virtual event. “This was a race that definitely took a lot of flockwork,” Thompson said. “Three weeks ago, we were concerned we would only have about 2,000 adoptions, but people really stepped up the last 10 days and we ended up with a very respectable 5,721 ducks in the race. I am pleased the participating organizations made a final push to get their supporters to adopt ducks. I am also grateful for our
Sandy and Lee Lasson enter data on winners into the Duck Race computer system. The couple worked in a quiet room to ensure every adoption number for the 438 prize winners were entered accurately.
winners of 438 prizes of their lucky ducks. Thompson encourages winners to remember to redeem their prize certificates. "Please redeem your prize! Merchants participate in these types of events for several reasons, one of which is to draw more business through their doors, ” she said. “If prizes are never redeemed they get discouraged and may not continue to participate. If you, personally, don't want the prize, redeem it anyway and share it with a friend that would appreciate your thoughtfulness." Top 10 selling Participating Organizations included: Glen Haven Volunteer Fire Department, Rotary Club of Estes Park Foundation, Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Pet Association of Estes Park, Rocky Mountain Conservancy, Estes Park School Bands, Knights of Columbus, Estes Park Health Foundation, Lifelong Learning
Kris Hazelton, emcee, interviews ‘Big Duck’ 2020 Karen Thompson about the Virtual Duck Race process.
ers also shared their favorite race memories with emcee Kris Hazelton, reminiscing about everything from rain, snow, lightening and dunks in the river, to rogue ducks tossed fraudulently into the stream. Honorary Duck Pluckers were Wayne Newsom, Tom Maher, Gary and Kris Hazelton, Wayne and Judy Andersen, Lee and Sandy Lasson, and Don and Barb Widrig. Nick Mollé and Sean Doherty of the Rocky Mountain Channel hosted the event in the Channel 8 studios and both filmed for the live stream. They also created a 45minute Pre-Flight Show featuring vintage race footage, interviews and clips of Big Duck and Lucky visiting Major sponsors. “I can’t say enough about the pro- Kris Hazelton describes a Duck Race vest, fessionalism of Sean Doherty and decked out with commemorative pins from every year of the race. Nick Mollé,” Thompson said. “Their ability to produce a highquality video in such a short amount 87 sponsors that provided funds, alof time was amazing. They were fun lowing us to purchase prizes this year. to work with and very patient with While the Merchant Prize Program our lack of experience.” was confusing to some, it came together quickly and the merchants were Mollé, who began filming the Duck very appreciative of our efforts. EveryRace in 1993, shared his reason for one on the committee did whatever stepping up to produce the virtual was needed to have a successful race, race. “I have a lot of memories of the Duck and I am so proud of all of them.” The process has begun to notify the Race and my kids always loved it, ”
Decked in protective covering and wearing masks, Big Duck 2020 Karen Thompson hugs Kris Hazelton to show appreciation for her contribution to the event.
of the Estes Valley and Eagle Rock School. “I think the organizations did a great job selling adoptions given the situation with the pandemic,” Larry Williams, Duck Race Committee chair who recruits and supports Participating Organizations.
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Halloween Circle 119 American Legion
Photo by Jim Ward
Historically Halloween has been a festival uniting the residents of Estes Park and the businesses they support. This year the landscape of our world might exist in a new kind of nightmare, but the Circle 119 American Legion is hoping to continue the area’s Halloween legacy without skipping a beat. Sadly, there won’t be a Haunted House at the Post this year, but staff and volunteers are working non-stop to create a safe, entertaining alternative to what has been done in the past. More information about a new series of haunted dinners will be forthcoming, but at this point the Legion is looking for individuals and entities that would like to place personalized tombstones in the landscape of its spooky graveyard. It will be nothing less than an ominous preamble to what is destined to follow during the Post’s events. The Legion is also adding a Trick-orTreat Trail on Oct. 31st for children brave enough to venture into the graveyard. It will follow distancing guidelines and offer treats for those who dare to venture along the route. Contact the Legion at epal@eteslegion.org or call 970-5866118 if you would like more information about sponsoring a tombstone or donating to the Trick-or-Treat Trail.
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Community Corner Café Set To Begin Eleventh Season Community Corner Café is a ministry to the entire Estes Park community. For ten years Community Corner Café has been offering well balanced, well made meals to any and all who choose to come each Friday night from the first Friday in October to the last Friday in April. From 4:30-6:30 p.m. the doors have been open at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church to any and all to come in, sit and relax and be served a threecourse meal. People do not have to cook or worry about cleaning up, or even paying, it is all free, it is all taken care of. Beginning in 2010-2011 we served 2,386 people and have grown to serve 7,085! Community Corner Café is much more than serving meals. Community Corner Café is about meeting and providing a service to the community that one cannot calculate; it provides a time for the community to come together and socialize, to visit with people and neighbors that you know and to get to know those you do not know. It is about discovering and participating in “community,” those who share a “common unity.” Various backgrounds, a wide range of social economics, different ethnic groups and genders, it does not matter, all come and share in the basic necessity: a desire to be a part of the human family, all part of a community. Twenty-nine groups volunteer throughout the season to offer help in welcoming guests, serving, waiting tables, clearing tables, doing dishes, serving drinks and desserts and cleaning after all the guests have gone. Again, another sense of building community, a sense to be a part of something that fosters community – common unity. You have heard it said that “it takes a village” well, when it comes to Community Corner Café “it takes a community!” This year beginning October 2, Community Corner Café will begin its eleventh season. Due to the current health situation Community Corner Café’s board had to make some hard decisions. The good news
is that we will continue to provide meals but because of the coronavirus and its potential to spread and because what could cause dire consequences. Out of care and compassion for our community, we will not be offering the dining portion, a key component of Community Corner Café. However, our sense of commitment to the community remains steadfast. We will continue to provide well balanced and well-made prepackaged meals on a to-go basis. We are asking people to drive up to the front doors of the church, stay in the vehicle, and the driver to wear a mask. A volunteer will come to your vehicle and ask how many prepared, prepackaged meals you need and will then go into the church and retrieve those meals and bring them to you. There is no need to call ahead to reserve or request meals. There is no need for you to get out of the vehicle – we will come and wait on you. Even if the driver does not have a mask the volunteer will provide one. It is our goal and aim to serve you, our community. Please follow the aforementioned procedures. Many of you have overcome many adversities in your life and we as a community, caring and looking out for each other will overcome this current pandemic as well. One thing this virus cannot do and that is divide us – we as a community are in this together and we will emerge stronger and even more of a closer community – those who share a “common unity!” We look forward to continuing to serve all of our Estes Park community on October 2, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park (across the street from Good Samaritan). Please note the time change: 4:30-6:00 p.m. If anyone would like to donate to Community Corner Café, please donate to Community Corner Café, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park, CO 80517. Please contact Rev. Bruce Brackman at 816-5201825 with any questions.
Water System Cross Connection Control Violation Letter To Customers Between 2018 and 2019, the Town of Estes Park was in violation of a requirement of a section of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) regulations for backflow prevention and cross connection control within its water system. Although this situation is not an emergency and no safety concerns have been identified that may have caused drinking water contamination, as our customers you have the right to know what happened and what is being done to regain compliance in 2021. The Town is required to implement, survey and ensure annual device testing of a defined percentage of all commercial, fire
suppression, irrigation and multi-family customers. The Town did not reach the defined percentages. However, it has now directed additional resources to the monitoring and management of this program in order to gain full compliance. As reference, 221 water systems in Colorado had at least one violation of CDPHE's crosscontrol program in 2018. Town of Estes Park water customers will receive a mailed letter with this information every three months until full compliance is achieved. More information is available at estespark.colorado.gov/ crossconnectioncontrol including the Town's letter to customers.
Congratulations to Eleen Fernandez Zamarron, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for September 25, 2020. School activities Eleen enjoys are playing soccer. Outside of school she likes to rock climb. Her major inspiration in her life is her mother, who has inspired her in many ways. Eleen says it’s been difficult to learn English and it’s also been a challenge for her to learn and study online, but she perseveres and always experiences great success! Her favorite quote that she likes to remember is, “If one door closes, another door opens.” After high school she wants to attend college and become a doctor.
Eleen Fernandez Zamarron
10th Grade
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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CPW Reminds People To Remain Bear Aware During HyperphagiaA Bear’s Time To Pack On Pounds
Photo by Ann Schonlau
With autumn officially upon us, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents and visitors that bears have entered a phase called hyperphagia, an instinctual need to consume as many as 20,000 calories a day in preparation for hibernation. With bears now firmly in this “feeding frenzy” period, it is especially important to bearproof your homes and cars when in bear country. During hyperphagia, CPW often sees an increase in bear-human conflict reports. That’s because bears are currently foraging for food up to 20 hours a day, compared to the 2-4 hours of active foraging during spring and summer months. They are also focused on building up their fat reserves ahead of the winter. This need to store fat also brings changes to a bear’s preferred food sources, shifting from a summer diet of insects, leaves, and plants to a higher fat, higher carbohydrate diet of fruits and nuts. Given the amount of fat and carbs found in items like pet food, birdseed and food scraps in our trash, bears are more likely to let their need for calories override their innate wariness of humans once this calorie drive kicks in. It’s important for people to remember
that they need to keep bearproofing their homes and vehicles in the fall. The weather cooling down doesn’t mean that bear season is over; in fact, we always tell people to keep up the good habits you made spending time outdoors all summer. Keep your trash secure, don’t feed birds until well into the winter, and keep anything with a scent out of your cars. You actually help save bears by staying bear aware throughout the fall. Properly bearproofing your home may include 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. 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, food wrappers, 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.
Sweet Dexter Needs A New Family
Hi. I'm Dexter. I am an easy going and friendly guy, about two years old. I enjoy naps and lounging in the sun. I enjoy meeting new friends and I really love to eat. I am looking for a family that shares my interests. Even though I like cats, I should be an only kitty as I have FIV. (unless you have an FIV cat, then we could be best buds!!) FIV is a lot like human HIV but just for us cats. It’s not a risk at all for dogs or you or your family either. I could live a long and healthy life just like other cats, but it is important my new family keeps me healthy by keeping me indoors and feeding me a healthy diet. Easy peasy! Dexter is currently being cared for by members of the Pet Association of Estes Park. Please call 970-286-1652 to meet this sweet boy. All pets in the EP News are offered
through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that 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, please call 970-286-1652.
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. Take time to clean your garbage cans to keep them odor-free; ammonia serves as both a cleaner and a bear deterrent. 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, and regularly clean underneath them. Thoroughly clean your grill after every use, ensuring grease and odors are burned off. Pick fruit from fruit trees before it gets ripe, and do not allow fallen fruit to rot on the ground. Remind Bears They’re Not Welcome
If a bear comes close to your home, haze it away. Loud noises like a firm yell, clapping your hands, banging on pots and pans or blowing an air horn should send bears running. Utilize electric fencing and scent deterrents like ammonia to teach bears that your property is not bear-friendly. 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. If a bear won’t leave, call your local CPW office or the EPPD non-emergency number at 970586-4000. If a bear presents an immediate threat to human safety, call 911. Easy access to food makes bears more comfortable in an area, more willing to push the boundaries of their natural risk-benefit instinct. If you needed to pack on the pounds and were eating up to 20,000 calories a day, finding a neighborhood alley with trash cans and dumpsters is a lot easier than hunting around for nuts and berries. We want to avoid situations where bears become comfortable around humans at all costs. It’s up to all of us to help our bears stay wild and we just ask everyone to do your part and prevent bears from becoming too familiar with your house and neighborhood. 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/bears.
“We Need To Talk” The Featured Book For Conflict Resolution Month Each October, the state of Colorado chooses a book to be featured as part of Conflict Resolution Month. This year, readers throughout Colorado will be discussing “We Need to Talk: how to have conversations that matter” by award-winning author Celeste Headlee. Recent studies have revealed that Americans find themselves feeling less connected and more divided. While political disagreements are part of the problem, Headlee believes there is also another factor at work: the erosion of our conversational skills as a society. She outlines how we can improve these “conversations that matter,” whether it’s with our kids or teachers, our co-workers, or the loved ones in our lives. Headlee is a radio journalist and popular speaker whose TED Talk has had over 10 million views on YouTube. While supplies last, readers can re-
ceive a complimentary copy of the “We Need to Talk,” simply by signing up for any of the upcoming Conflict Resolution Month programs. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to see the full roster of programs, with detailed descriptions and registration links. “We Need to Talk,” as well as October’s companion book, “Nonviolent Communication” are also now available in a Book Club Bag format with 12 copies, convenient for smallgroup discussion. The TED Talk video featuring author Celeste Headlee is available to watch on YouTube, also linked at estesvalleylibrary.org on the Conflict Resolution Month information and sign-up page. Conflict Resolution Month is sponsored locally by the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership and the Estes Valley Library.
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Last Monitored Weed Drop-Off This Saturday, September 26 The last Monitored Weed Drop-off for this season will be held this Saturday, September 26 from 9:00 a.m. to noon located north of the Waste Management transfer station at 666 Elm Road. Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) volunteers will be on hand to answer weed questions at-a-distance and direct traffic flow. You
will unload your bags into a loader bucket that will deposit them into the dumpster. Bring in your weeds in paper yard bags for free disposal – no slash, pine needles, trash, yard waste or dirt. Please remove/shake off dirt from plant roots. Unauthorized drop-offs at this location ( with video surveillance) are considered theft of services. Weeds and trash can be disposed of year-around at Waste Management for a fee. No bags of non-weed materials will be accepted at this event. Paper yard bags are available for purchase at local hardware stores. These events are being made possible with the support from Estes Land
Stewardship Association, Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Estes Valley Land Trust, and donations. Free Twenty Ob-Noxious Weeds in the Estes Valley Identification and Management Guide weed booklets are available year-round at the Estes Valley Library, Ace Hardware, and True Value Hardware. Electronic versions are posted on the Town of Estes Park website: www.estes.org/weeds. For more information about ELSA contact: elsa.weeds@gmail.com Thanks for being good stewards of your property and surrounding areas!
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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library LIBRARY HOURS Current hours, through September 25: Mondays - Fridays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Expanded hours, beginning Monday, September 28: Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Library collections are open for browsing and check-out. Multiple computers are available, with printing, scanning and photocopying. The second floor and all meeting and study rooms remain closed for now. Outdoor 24/7 Wi-Fi with charging outlets. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org Curbside Service by Appointment Place holds in the catalog, then watch for an email notice, and schedule a convenient pick-up time. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION MONTH Conflict Resolution Month: this October. This year’s featured book, chosen by a statewide committee, is “We Need to Talk: how to have conversations that matter” by Celeste Headlee. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to see the full line-up of programs, and sign up to receive a copy of the book. Police-Community Relations: a Living Room Conversation Wednesday, September 30, 4 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. Offered again Friday, October 2, 10 a.m. or 12 noon. Join an online conversation to discuss our personal stories, interactions and
spouse, or friend, whether living at home or in a care facility. Led by the Larimer County Office on Aging, and based on the nationallyrecognized Powerful Tools for Caregivers program. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org. BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN All About Voting September appointments available One-on-one assistance with the natuGet answers to voter-related quesralization process. Topics covered intions: how to register or update your clude the process of becoming a U. S. address, what issues are on the ballot, citizen, preparing for the civics exam, and how to submit your ballot on time. Video chat with a trained volun- and the citizenship interview. Educational materials provided. Offered teer from the nonpartisan League of through video chat. Sign up at Women Voters of Estes Park. Sign up estesvalleylibrary.org. at estesvalleylibrary.org. Nonviolent Communication FRIENDS & FOUNDATION College Planning One-on-One Workshop Cliffhanger Used Books September appointments available. Monday, October 5, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Cliffhanger Used Books, operated by College planning—from choosing a online. the Library Friends & Foundation, is school to financial aid—is made easier Learn skills to build better relationopen Mondays through Saturdays by a one-on-one telephone visit with ships and create more harmonious from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays connections. Nonviolent Communica- Kaye Orten, retired Vice Chancellor from noon to 4 p.m.. The store is lofor Student Financial Services at CUtion (NVC) is a proven method to cated at 191 W. Riverside Drive. FeaBoulder. Visit the “Book-a-Librarian” support self-understanding, empaturing thousands of books, movies, thetic listening, and authentic expres- link at estesvalleylibrary.org to learn and audio at bargain prices. Mysteries sion. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org. more and schedule an appointment. Citizenship Education One-on-One are on sale during September: $2 for STORYTIMES hardbacks, and $1 for paperbacks, plus Weekly appointments available. Preschool and Baby tax. Storytimes Online New each week on YouTube. Real Estate Sales V Property Management V Vacation Accommodations Children ages 0 to 6 and their families can enjoy stories, songs, puppets and activities, online each week with HEALTH HUT $59,500 PLUS INVENTORY new themes. See the upcoming roster For 15 years the Estes Park Vitamin Store has been at estesvalleylibrary.org and watch serving Estes Park and surrounding areas. Not only previous recordings on the library’s does this store supply nutritional supplements such as YouTube channel. The October 1 Nature's Way and Nordic Naturals, but it also carries theme is “Handling Big Feelings,” a a variety of other consumer products, protein supplements, cosmetics, food items such as gluten free tie-in with Conflict Resolution grains, pasta flour, chips, crackers and herb teas. Month. There are also essential oils and CBD products. SELF-CARE Contact the listing office to see this long-standing, successful business. Powerful Tools for Caregivers weekly beginning Tuesday, October 6, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., online. Eric Abbey Judy Anderson Blackhurst Pontius A six-week online workshop to help Broker Broker GRI, MRE, family caregivers caring for a parent, impressions of policing in the Estes community. Choose among any of the four sessions and register at estesvalleylibrary.org.
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Quaker Zoom Meeting The Estes Park Quaker and Unitarian group meets by Zoom Conference on Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to noon. This Sunday, September 27, the discussion will be led by Robert Johnson on the topic of the recently released report on Our Common Purpose: Reinventing American Democracy for the 21st Century, published by The American Academy of Arts and Sciences,
and written by their Commission on the Practice of Democratic Citizenship. Our social time starts at 10:30 a.m. and the program commences at 11:00 a.m. If you would like to join us, please contact moderator Jim Linderholm at jlind@windstream.net or call 402-8908707.
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Things To Do With EVRPD By: Lisa VonBargen, Marketing and Communications Manager
The Bureau of Reclamation will be using a crane for dam repairs on Monday, September 28. The sidewalk will GOLF COURSES: be closed approximately from the Ma9-hole and disc golf course is closed rina Pavilion to the Mountain Shop until November 1. during that time. th 26 ANNUAL ESTES PARK GOLF ESTES VALLEY COMMUNITY COURSE GOLF MARATHON CENTER UPDATES On Tuesday, October 13, five local NEW WEEKLY PASS OPTIONS! golfers will participate in this unique In-District one week pass: good for fundraising even. Austin Logan, Rene Archambault, Tim Hull, Brad Doggett seven days from the date of purchase. and Megan Miller will play approxiYouth/Senior: $20 • Adult: $30 • mately 450 holes of golf from dawn to Couple: $40 • Family (max 5): $50* dusk. Make a pledge today; 100% of Non-District one week pass: good for the donations benefit the Junior Golf seven days from the date of purchase. Program. Visit evrpd.com and click on Youth/Senior: $30 • Adult: $40 • the golf icon for more info. Couple: $50 • Family (max 5): $60* Download the “Estes Park Golf * additional family members $5 each. Courses” app either at the Apple App Store or Google Play Stores and receive The indoor walking track is now open. Open to members and daily a free medium bucket of range balls. passes only - max 10. The Estes Park 18-Hole Course and Reservations will not be required for pro shop are open from 7:30 a.m.-6:30 open gym, cardio or weight training p.m. daily. areas. New room capacities are posted Smokin’ Dave’s at the 18-Hole Hangar in each area. First come, first served. is open to the public for take-out and The lower fitness area will be closed at 50% capacity for dine-in. Serving for cleaning from 1:30-2 p.m. their full menu from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. The upper fitness area will be closed daily. for cleaning from 2-2:30 p.m. MARINA AND BIKE RENTALS Reservations are still required for Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, aquatics time slots or group fitness 9 a.m.-5 p.m. classes - max 10. Closed Monday through Thursday. If you need to cancel your reservaBoat rentals are closed for the season. tion, please call 970-586-8191. LAKE ESTES SIDEWALK/BIKE 6 a.m. lap swimmers must enter PATH CLOSURE
WONDERFUL CARRIAGE HILLS HOME This 4 bedroom 3 bath home is located in Carriage Hills on .49 acre lot with wonderful southern exposure. The main level has an open kitchen and living room area with a large window to take in the view of Twin Sisters. Recently added to the main level is a master suite with walk-out to private deck and an efficiently designed handicap bath with large walkin shower and walk-in jetted tub. 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath are upstairs with another bedroom suite downstairs with 3/4 bath. Completing the property is a detached oversized two car garage. New paint and carpet throughout giving a fresh new feel. Call Trisha for an appointment to view 2411 Larkspur, offered for $499,000.
through aquatic entrance only. You must wear a mask at all times including the pool deck, but not in the pool. Practice six foot social distancing requirements. Wipe down your equipment with provided sanitizer. Fitness equipment orientations and personal training sessions are available - you may sign up at the front desk or e-mail julie@evrpd.com for more info. SAFETY PROTOCOL FOR EVCC YOUTH (MEMBERS OR DROP-IN) Ages 8 and under must have adult supervision at all times. Ages 9+ must wear face masks at all times. Ages 9+ may make reservations to utilize the pool, fitness areas and open gym (or first come, first served). Ages 9+ may use the gym unattended during open gym times. Ages 12-13 may use the fitness areas with adult supervision after completing our Fitness Education Orientation. Ages 14-17 may use the fitness areas unattended after completing our Fitness Education Orientation. Lobby gatherings are still not permitted under the Larimer County Variance regulations. Masks are required in all areas of the building including the pool decks but excluding the pools. AQUATICS Please note that all aquatic activities require reservations. THE LEISURE POOL IS OFFERING 90-MINUTE RESERVATIONS FOR OPEN SWIM Monday-Friday: 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sunday: 1:30-3 p.m., 3:30-5 p.m. Six spaces will be available per 90minute time slot to ensure safe social distancing as well as to maintain sanitation protocols. The individuals reserving their time slot can bring up to four guests with them during their reserved time for a total of five swimmers. Make your reservations on evrpd.com or call 970-586-8191 today. LEISURE POOL OPEN ADULT WATER WALKING (See below for Water Walking class times) Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 9:30-12 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. LAP SWIMMERS: You may now bring a friend or family member that you are comfortable sharing a lane with when you make your lap pool reservation. Both parties must have a membership or pay the applicable daily usage fee. Our lap swim reservations are extremely limited. If you need to cancel, please call 970-586-8191 to open up a time slot for another lap swimmer. Current lap swim hours: (by reservation only) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 6 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday 6-11 a.m. Saturday, Sunday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aqua classes by reservation only.
AQUA ZUMBA: NEW TIME! Thursdays; 11-11:50 a.m. $5 per student. WATER WALKING CLASS Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8 a.m. DEEP WATER AEROBICS Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:30 a.m. SHALLOW WATER AEROBICS: Tuesday and Thursday; 12-12:50 p.m. YOUTH RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES Register now at evrpd.com. New! ZUMBA KIDS® With Megan Hartzog Mondays, September 14-December 14 Pre-K-1st grade: 4:30-5 p.m.; 2nd-4th grade: 3:45-4:30 p.m. Fee: $5, register at evrpd.com or drop-in. New! Kids’ Asana yoga classes with Julie Bunton Wednesdays September 16-November 18. Pre-K-1st grade: 4:30-5 p.m.; 2nd-4th grade: 3:45-4:30 p.m. Fee: $5, register at evrpd.com or drop-in. New! Born to Move - Les Mills™ Virtual Kids Exercise Class Spark a lifelong love of physical activity in your children. Reserve your spot today to come dance, exercise and have a blast with your professionally led virtual instructor to teach you along the way These classes have themes including “Going to Australia,” “Recycling,” “My Body,” “The Story of the Night” and “Save the World.” Only one person can register, but you can bring your family (up to five people total). Included with your membership or daily admission. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Upper Fitness. One family may register per time slot. Sign up for your time slot reservation at evrpd.com. ADULT RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES Register now at evrpd.com. Adult Fall 4 vs. 4 Volleyball - masks required during play. Sundays, October 25-December 13; 4-8 p.m. Fee: $200 per team, $25 per free agent. Registration deadline: October 21. Pickup Basketball - masks required during play. Mondays; 4:30-7 p.m. Reservations not required. First come, first served. Open Pickleball - masks required during play. Monday thru Friday; 8-10 a.m., and Saturdays; 9-11 a.m. Reservations not required. First come, first served.
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space to market your crafts,” said Banich. The Old Gallery is a center for community, arts and visitors. It provides include the twice-monthly Community Cupboard Food Bank, Community Closet, yoga and wellness classes, tourist information and lim-
The Old Gallery Artists Chair Kathy Banich said, “We’re very excited to invite crafters to display and sell their wares at our beautiful art gallery and community center, located on Highway 7 in Allenspark. We experience a lot of traffic during these eight weekends and expect brisk sales.” Crafters must pay a small registration fee, a
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Celebrate at end-of-summer gumbo dinner October 8 The Estes Chamber of Commerce invites the community of Estes Park to celebrate a safe and successful summer. One of our board members (from Louisiana) is cooking an authentic cajun gumbo dinner for our fall celebration. “It’s been a tough season on all of us,” said Chamber Executive Director Donna Carlson. “Our members have survived
the marathon of our busy season wading through safety measures to slow the pandemic, mask ordinances, county guidelines and a critical shortage of workers. We’ve kept the curve flat and stayed open. It’s time we celebrate. The community is welcome to attend the gumbo dinner celebration: at The Barrel, 251 Moraine Ave., on Thursday, October 8, 5:00 8:00 p.m. tickets are available at esteschamber.org/gumbo There will be a silent auction, games, prizes and beer from Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co. We have safety measures in place, in compliance with Larimer County guidelines, but in light of the fact there are many in our community still staying safe at home, we are offering gumbo to go. Purchase tickets and curbside take-out orders at esteschamber.org/gumbo.
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Right Plant, Right Place By: Janet Vetter, CSU Extension Master Gardener in Larimer County
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portant to you. Generally, plants that are very aromatic, have prickles and spines, tough leathery leaves, or There is a lot to consider before milky sap will be avoided. No plant putting a plant into a spot in your garden. Does it like full sun or will it is a guarantee, however, if an animal thrive in the shade? What are its wa- is hungry enough! If your yard is vulnerable to frequent hail, choose tering needs? How big will it get? narrow and tougher leaved plants; When does it bloom? Lasting sucthey will be cess depends more resilient. on selecting Large or softthe right plant leaved plantsfor the right like hostas-are place. prone to be First, contorn to bits sider The when hail Place. Every strikes. landscape conTrees are the sists of a series focal point in of layers—a the design of a canopy of large landscape. trees, smaller They define understory the space in a trees, shrubs, yard and can frame or mask views. and then herbaceous/flowering plants and groundcovers. These lay- Tree and shrub hedgerows can help ers create the visual interest of your with noise abatement. There is no perfect tree; all trees have good and site. Spend some time getting a bad characteristics. Select trees sense of the sun angles, wind patbased on the constraints of your site terns, and exposure on your site. Strong wind will dry out plants. No- and your own personal preferences. tice any slopes and the drainage pat- Primary considerations include materns. What direction does your site ture size and growth rate. Fast-growface? South and west facing sites are ing trees are a temptation, but bring other problems such as insects and hotter and drier; north and west sites likely have shady spots that will diseases, broken limbs and branches from wind damage, and a shorter be cooler and wetter. Every landscape contains microcli- lifespan. Suitable rooting space is key to the longevity and health of mates. Microclimates are small or restricted areas within the landscape the tree. Other placement considerations include potential damage to that will differ in its characteristics sidewalks and gutters as the tree than the larger site. A south-facing wall or large boulders hold heat that grows, presence of utility lines above and below ground, and competition will create a warmer microclimate. Cool air settles in low spots, creating with turf. The majority of landscape managea cooler microclimate. Leverage miment problems begin with flaws in croclimates to grow plants in those the initial design. With some spaces that would not otherwise thoughtful planning, the right plant thrive in the larger landscape. Next, consider The Plant. What do in the right place can bring pleasure all plants want? Sunlight, water, soil, season after season in your home and space. Consider all of these fac- landscape! Resources from CSU Extension: tors in your selections. Think about the plant’s life cycle and bloom peHerbaceous Plants—Right Plant riod. Perennial plants come back Right Place every year and bloom for 2-6 weeks. cmg.colostate.edu/ Consider selecting perennials with Gardennotes/512.pdf various leaf structures because most Tree Selection—Right Plant Right of the season they will be foliage Place plants. Annual plants last for one cmg.extension.colostate.edu/ season, but are continuous Gardennotes/632.pdf bloomers. They add color to the Estes Valley Community Garden landscape and are great for filling in Board thanks Master Gardener Janet empty spots. Some plants need full Vetter for providing these landscape sun (at least six hours at your elevaplanning suggestions. For information). Others need part shade (four tion about the Estes Valley Commuhours of sun or six hours of dappled nity Garden, check out our website at shade) and some thrive in full shade. evcg.org. Deer resistant plants may be im-
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and then we are adding micro-bits of discarded petroleum based plastic If you consider the coronavirus “bug” a segment, the Estes Valley has to our air, our water, and our land. We are basing our energy producalready survived fire, flood, and pestilence. The latest combination of tion on fossil fuels (coal, petroleum, natural gas) when other resources COVID-19 quarantines and preevacuation preparation in case of fire (wind, water, sunlight) are available. movement makes life interesting, but Although 197 countries joined the we are a resilient community. Our Paris Accord, only 190 countries disaster crews, on all fronts, keep us have ratified that contract. South amazingly well informed. We work Sudan (.24%), Libya (.14%), Yemen together. We are still “Mountain (.07%) and Ertria (.01%) produce, Strong.” collectively, less than ½% of the world’s emissions. Iran (1.66%), Today, most fires have two causes, Turkey (1.04%), and Iraq (.48%) the immediate activation and the have petroleum based economies. long term condition of the environThe United States (13%), instrument. mental in initiating the collaboraSometimes, fires are triggered by nature, primarily lightning from our tion, has rescinded ratification and th afternoon thunderstorms. Hopefully, will withdraw on November 4 , anyone witnessing such an event will 2020, the day after our national election. Despite that intent, many indiimmediately notify the authorities, vidual US States, and numerous mumaximizing the possibility of extinnicipalities have committed to guishing the blaze before it catches honor our Paris Accord pledge, but other tinder. Other such events are the US is still falling behind in this often human caused. Occasionally, endeavor. fires happen in the home, activated Despite the political borders, the by heat sources: cloth too close to a world is still one natural environfurnace vent, or stoves, cigarettes or ment. The current Arctic fires are matches. Wise homeowners are protected by melting glaciers expected to raise smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, the water level on our coasts, sending more homeless families to the plus it never hurts to have a small fire extinguisher in the kitchen. Most center of the country. What used to human caused fires come from other be “California fires” now appear in all 12 western states where hot, dry sources such as a car with hot catalytic converter inadvertently parked forests abide – often containing beeover dry ground cover, sparks from a tle kill from a prior pestilence. City inhabitants see more and more seriloose chain, or a campfire or barous respiratory threats to health. beque that is not fully extinguished The economic cost of recovery is before leaving the site. It could also staggering and could be better inbe someone who carelessly tosses a vested in prevention. cigarette butt or someone who igWhat can we, as individuals do? nores, or fails to notice, a fire ban. We can quit using the products that Such events may be unintentional, bring the most harm to the Earth. If but “just once” imposes terrible penalties – on everyone. Co-existing no one buys the product, no one will with nature requires constant aware- produce the product. So it goes to follow, the less gasoline, fuel-oil, ness and a willingness to report any coal, and natural gas consumed, the out-of-line observations, without less will be produced. If we opt out hesitation. There are other, less direct causes of of using plastic for temporary use (including packaging), it will no the numerous and frighteningly massive wildland fires occurring to- longer be profitable to make it for that purpose. If we turn to solar, day. These are not the triggers, but coal will go away. If we elect officials the results of certain human actions who believe in climate change and that are gradually raising temperain our ability to improve upon the tures on Earth. current status quo, our laws will reWe are changing the habitat of our flect that. If more communities inwildlife leading to relocation or to sist upon the inclusion of trees, or of extinction. We drive gasoline powered vehicles indiscriminately, with- limited footprint on each property, the air will be more breathable. out considering the alternatives. Working together, we can reverse Such vehicles add to greenhouse the trend to ever increasing heat. gases (GHGs) effecting plant life, We borrow this land from our chilwildlife, and human life. We are cutdren, and from their children, and ting down (or burning up) forests. from their children. What will we Trees and other plant life “breathe” carbon monoxide, using and storing return? it, decreasing the levels in our atmos- Agree? Disagree? RRRcyc@signsandwishes.com. phere. We are producing massive amounts of plastic for short term use
Making An Informed Decision In the past month, I have read in both community publications a listing for Democrat candidates and the ballot measures concerning this party. It is time to have the Republican candidates to be announced so our Larimer County voting community can study their options. You can see more yard signs now for candidates, President-Donald J. Trump, CO State Senator Cory Gardner, US House Dist. 2 Charlie Winn, CO Senate Dist. 14 Hans Hochheimer, CO Senate Dist. 23 Barbara Kirkmeyer, CO House Dist. 49 Mike Lynch, CO House Dist. 51 Hugh McKean, CO House Dist 52 Donna Walter, County Commissioner Dist 2 Bob McCluskey, County Commissioner Dist 3 Ben Aste, Dist. Attorney JD8 Mitch Murray and CU Board of Regents Dick Murphy. For more information on these candidates visit the LCRP website: www.larimergop.org. The Larimer County Republican Party has reviewed these statewide ballot measures and have issued their position: Proposition 113-National Popular Vote-NO, Initiative #76-Citizenship Qualification of ElectorsYES, Initiative #107-Restoration of
Grey Wolves-NO Position, Initiative #120- Prohibition on Late-Term Abortions-YES, Initiative #306-State Income Tax Reduction-YES, Initiative #283-Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program-NO Position, Proposition EE-Nicotine Tax Increase-NO, Initiative #295-Voter Approval for Certain Fee-Based Enterprises-YES. For more detailed information on Ballot Issues, visit the Colorado Secretary of State website. www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/ initiatives/ballot/contacts/ 2020.html I would like to encourage every registered Colorado voter to study these candidates and ballot issues before you receive your ballot in the mail. Know the pros & cons of each issue and make an informed personal vote. Visit the GOP Outpost, located at 162 St. Vrain Ave across from Ridgeline Motel, open 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and speak with the volunteers & ask the hard questions and receive additional information on the candidates and ballot issues. Sharyn Gartner
Concerned With Recent Survey Recently I, and many other Estes Valley residents, received a 20 question "survey" through the mail from a group calling themselves Estes Park Citizens For Responsive Government and wanting citizens to mail it back to 240 Moraine Avenue. It seemed to be a political charged survey but citizens can make up their own minds
about the content of the survey. I just want to make it very clear... the group's name is quite similar to our organization's name, The Estes Valley Citizens For Accountability. We, the EVCA, does not have any affiliation with this mailing, its content, or their organization. Scott Schneider
Thoughts On The Estes Park Health Living Center All we ask for is truth, transparency and compassion. This is not only a financial issue, but there is also a moral issue. I am not a financial expert. There are others addressing the financial inconsistencies and it’s my understanding that the hospital is not telling the whole story. When I asked about Payroll Protection Plan I was given an answer that left me confused. Surely they didn’t mean that they were holding out until the Living Center would be closed and they no longer needed these employees? Are they keeping current employees only until they have satisfied the “look back” period and then letting them go? The staff at the Living Center treat their patients like family. That kind of care is rare. Why the rush? Why are there eighteen proposals and only one
seems to be their most viable? We are dealing with human beings. Some have been given the option of taking a cut in pay temporarily to offset costs, while others were never given the option? Why are people being considered for short term stays at the Living Center while long term stays are rejected? Lives are hanging in the balance both now and in the future. First for the twenty nine dear souls that will be displaced when we already have a place for them. It has been stated that a new Living Center will be considered for our future elderly. When and why? We already have a facility that could be restored for less cost? Let’s find common ground to address both sides? Who really wins in this discussion and at who’s expense? That is the moral question. Wendye Sykes
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Steven John Grunwald Steven John Grunwald was born December 6, 1995 in Albany NY. A 2014 graduate of Greenville Central School District, he went on to attend ESF Ranger school where he earned an associate of applied science degree and then ESF at Syracuse earning a Bachelor of Science Degree Magna Cum Laude. Steven was an overall athlete playing everything from baseball and soccer to wrestling and track. But his true passion was being outdoors. He loved to hike, mountain climbing, rock climbing, long distance biking, and running; completing several marathons including a 50-mile ultramarathon. He took great joy in teaching anyone, especially children. He aspired to teach anyone who would listen about nature and saving the planet. He had hoped to one day bike through South America to take in all the wonderful cultures. Anyone who knew him was better for having him in their lives. The world is truly a darker place without his light in it. Steven is survived by his parents, Donna and John Grunwald of Greenville, NY, a sister Megan Lockwood and brother Sean Garrison (Colleen Doiron) all of Clifton Park
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NY and his beloved niece Melody and nephew Julian. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother Rosemarie Blattner, aunts and uncles Mike and Eileen Grunwald, Jeanne Hansen, Shirlene Grunwald, Margaret Blattner, Barbara and Tom Chace and many great aunts, great uncles and cousins and his best friends, Nate Shields and Owen Hill, who he spent hours with on his adventures. He joins in heaven his Papa Otto Blattner and paternal grandparents Eric, Mary and Toni Grunwald and his uncles Ricky Grunwald and Bob Hansen and aunt Eileen Hallock. A special thanks to his cousin Erica who contacted countless people while he was missing in hopes that someone would know where to find him. Due to the current situation there is no formal service planned at this time. Steven will be cremated, and his ashes will be planted with a tree in the early spring. There will be a celebration of his life at a later time. In lieu of flowers please plant a tree or flowers in his memory. Even if you just let the moss grow it is a kind memorial to him. Please visit www.allnuttestespark.com to leave a message to the family.
Lora Weliky Lora Kopel Weliky, 60, died peacefully at the Saint Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri on September 14, 2020. Lora was a longtime resident of Estes Park, Colorado. Lora was born in Boston, MA and grew up there, Monroeville, PA, and Hopewell, NJ. She attended Illinois Wesleyan University and received a B.A. in English. Lora moved from New Jersey to Estes Park in 1991, in part to be near her parents, Irving and Virginia Weliky, while raising her son Larry. Lora worked for the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder office and then for IBM. She particularly enjoyed her job with IBM which gave her the opportunity to teach and educate and to travel throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. Lora was a kind, caring, vivacious, outgoing, and sometimes dramatic person. Lora had passion for singing, music, and theater. She had a beautiful soprano voice and sang semi-professionally and also in a choir that performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City. She was in community theater in both New Jersey and Estes Park and particularly enjoyed her role as Mother Superior in a production of Nunsense. Lora was also passionate about cooking and enjoyed taking cooking classes, and sharing cooking and meals with others, and also watching shows on the Food Network. She also enjoyed reading and was a fan of game shows like Jeopardy! Lora is survived by her son Lawrence with whom she was very close
throughout her life, sister Joan Conaway who provided great support to Lora, Joan’s husband Ron, brother Jim Weliky and his wife Carin Schiewe, and brother David Weliky and his companion John McKinley, Jr. Lora enjoyed close relationships with her aunt Janice Barrett, and cousins Tom Barrett, Jane Campbell, and Madelene Cutting. She also enjoyed friendships with many people in the Estes Park area and was particularly close with Sandy and Lee Lasson and Joe Hall, who provided Lora with much support and companionship. Lora is preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Irving and Virginia Weliky of Estes Park. The time and place of Lora’s memorial service will be announced later. Memorial contributions in Lora’s memory can be made to PSC Partners (pscpartners.org ) or the United Network of Organ Sharing–UNOS– www.unos.org/get-involved/ give-to-unos. Remembrances and messages for her family may be posted at www.reflectionsmemorialservices.com/ obituaries/Lora-Weliky.
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Carolyn “June” Richards Carolyn “June” Richards (nee O’Brien), age 97, of Joliet, IL, formerly of Estes Park, died peacefully at her home Tuesday, August 18, 2020. She was born April 9, 1923, in Joliet to the late Alberta (nee Bickel) and Thomas O’Brien. June married William D. “Bill” Richards on June 10, 1945, in Joliet. In 1985, June and Bill moved to Estes Park, where they thoroughly enjoyed the weather and the scenery of the Rocky Mountains. June had retired in 1984 from Joliet Township High School after serving more than 24 years as administrative secretary to the school’s director of technical and industrial education (which later became career and vocational education). She was previously employed by Texaco in Lemont, IL, and the Joliet Arsenal. During her 28 years in Estes Park, June was active in the Estes Park Women’s Club and the Friends of the Estes Park Library, helping with their book sale for several years. She also enjoyed serving as a volunteer for the Estes Park Medical Center’s Specialty Clinic. Following the death of her husband Bill in 2009, June remained in Estes Park until 2013 when she moved back to Joliet. Aside from her husband, June was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan Richards (July 15, 2020) of Gran-
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ite Springs, NY. Surviving are her son, Thomas (Debi) Richards of Boulder, CO; daughter, Patricia (Richard) Kwasigroch of Joliet; grandchildren, Karl (Lisa) Kwasigroch of Joliet, Amy (Tom) Balding of Morris, IL, and Dustin (Laurie) Kwasigroch of Leander, TX; great-grandchildren, Tabitha Kwasigroch, Spencer and Nicholas Kwasigroch, Joe Balding, and Josh Underwood; and sister-in-law, Mary Jane Egbert of Phoenix, AZ; nephew Mark Schultz of Joliet, and niece Donna Kielar of Eloy, AZ As June wished, she was cremated and buried next to her husband at Elmhurst Cemetery in Joliet. Memorials in her name can be made to Joliet Area Community Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL, 60431, or at www.joliethospice.org.
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ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Vacancy Announcement BUS DRIVER Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS. Salary range $15.02 - $16.99 with single benefits. Class B with SP2 endorsement preferred. Training will be provided. Questions, please call Dave Coleson at 970-577-0211 ext. 3401 Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp. Only online applications accepted. Position open until filled. Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Estes Park Economic Development Corporation Full Time Office Manager REPORTS TO: President/CEO HOURS: 40 hours a week WAGE: $20.00 per hour SUMMARY Under the direction of the Estes Park EDC President/CEO, performs specialized and responsible office management work to include administrative, compliance, financial, and communication functions. Work is varied and unpredictable. Works with considerable independence within the scope of established policies and procedures. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. Estes Park EDC may change these duties at any time. • Handles full range of administrative details, including research, spreadsheets, data manipulation, preparation of complex documents and database administration. • Schedules and coordinates meetings and conferences. • Prepares and maintains records and reports for meetings, notices, agendas, and other matters. • Maintains office supplies and manages vendor contracts. • May attend staff, committee or Board meetings and assist in agenda preparation and prepare minutes of staff and board. • Build community awareness, understanding, and involvement with the Estes Park EDC • Create, update and maintain all marketing materials. • Provide general communications support as needed by the President/CEO. • Ensure the organization’s processes remain legally compliant. • Review financial statements and data, and work with CPA and other financial professionals on a monthly and yearly basis. • Maintains grant financial procedures to include but not limited to grant reporting requirements. • Performs other related work as required or assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: • Thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. • Proficiency in the use of standard desktop productivity software such as word processors, spreadsheets, data bases and presentations. • Thorough knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation. • Considerable knowledge of Estes Park EDC activities. • Working knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting methods as required. • Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment and to react resourcefully under varying conditions. • Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality, be tactful and use sound judgment. • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, board members, stakeholders, other organizations and the general public. • Ability to work in direct customer service capacity; make sound judgements and deliver negative information in a constructive manner; resolve disagreements, think quickly, manage sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy and maintain self-control when dealing with customers in stressful situations. • Ability to perform job duties effectively and meet firm deadlines. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • Minimum of a High School diploma • Some post-secondary education or training in a related field. • Clerical or administrative experience in a professional office setting. Please send cover letter and resume to ashake@estesparkedc.com.
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Full Time, Year‐Round, Benefits
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Full details on open positions can be found at estes.org/jobs.
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555 Prospect Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517 970‐577‐4458
Volunteer/Committee Board Positions Estes Park Board of Appeals Plumbing Experience Close Date: Open until filled Parks Advisory Board 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 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.
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Come and join our team!
Village Laundry is in need of Attendants. Competitive pay, starting at $14.00 per hour. Flexible hours. Year round job. Send your resume to: villagelaundry1@gmail.com or pick up application at 172 S. St. Vrain Ave.
ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Vacancy Announcement Preschool Paraprofessional GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: To assist preschool teacher in obtaining educational goals for students and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment conducive to learning. Reinforce curriculum, activities, and or skills with small groups of students or one-on-one, and collaborate with the teacher to implement lesson plans and or to determine appropriate modifications and or accommodations for individual students. Supervise student behavior and safety, and implement discipline and emergency procedures as needed. May assist teacher with clerical and organizational duties. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 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 may be granted. See full job description at: www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/admin Position is open until filled Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Silver Saddle Inn Executive Housekeeper
Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn now hiring a full-time year-round Executive Housekeeper. Previous housekeeping supervisory experience required. Must be a non-smoker. Excellent wages + paid vacation. Email resume: cory@estesresort.com or mail: 1260 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517. No calls.
Carpenter/Handyman
Kingswood Home Services provides remodel, home maintenance and repair services in Estes Park and the surrounding area.
NOW HIRING! Full‐Time and Part‐Time Positions Available for
• Front Desk • Maintenance • Housekeeping Apply at, mail or email resume to: Fawn Valley Inn, 2760 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO 80517 Email: patrickt@rockymtnresorts.com
We are currently looking for an experienced construction worker/handyman. If you have experience (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting) and have your own tools, we would like to talk to you about joining our growing business. Please send inquiries to mark@kingswoodhomeservices.com or call 586-6551.
Full time year around: Want steady work?
Come join our team: Duties include housekeeping - laundry - general hotel duties. Great hourly wage - end of season bonus - E-mail wildwoodinnoffice@gmail.com or apply at 2801 Fall River Road
Dental Hygienist Our office is looking for a full time (4 day work week) dental hygienist. We are a well established dental practice with a great patient base. Competitive salary, monthly health stipend, PTO, unlimited CE available. New grads welcome to apply. Email resume to drrauk@estesparkdental.com.
Apply online at HomeInstead.com/northerncolorado or call for more information 970‐494‐0289
Wanted: Christmas Lights Contractor Please send bids or estimates to mbillups@good-sam.com or call 970-577-7700 and ask for Michelle. We are in need of someone to install lights along our roofline as well as decorate the middle island of our main building. Our linear foot for your estimate would be close to 800.
ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Vacancy Announcement CUSTODIAN Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for one full-time, year-round CUSTODIAL position. Salary range is $14.17 to $16.02 per hour, with single benefits. The successful candidate must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and physical demands/lift test. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a high school diploma or GED. Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp. Only online applications accepted. Position open until filled. Contact Dave Coleson with questions: 970-577-0211, ext 3401. Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
Condos
Commercial Rentals
Misc.
4 Estes park condos available ranging from $1450-1600. Long term and month to month options available. 2 bed 1 bath units. Extremely clean and recently remodeled. 209-923-0717
1 Bedroom Apartment Downtown, no pets, adult only, year round. 970-586-3224
Starting at $16 per hour No Medical Background required Flexible Schedule Training and Local Support provided Rewarding & Meaningful Job!
Animal Hospital of the Rockies LLC. 453 Pine River Ln
RENTALS
Apartments
Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver
Call 970-586-4703 with any questions. Must be available weekends and able to lift at least 50 pounds.
2 Private Offices Available Sept. 1st. Private entrance, front door parking, includes all utilities, high speed internet, use of a conference room and kitchen, handicapped bathrooms. $650 to $350 a Lumber Rack. Fits 8’ Bed. $450. 970-586-3196 month all inclusive. Call Peggy at 970-232-5588.
Storage Units Skyview Storage at 930 Juniper Lane off Elm Rd has 26’ and 40’ storage boxes for rent. Call 970-215-6006 for prices. Outside Storage Boats, cars, pickups, and trailers. Call 970-586-3224 Heated Storage Unit Downtown, 450 sq. ft. 970-290-4488
SERVICES Home Repair/Service
Garage Door Services Protect your investment! Schedule extensive 14 point tune-up and safety inspection today for just $75.00. Call now 586-8592
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SERVICES
Concrete Services: Driveways-Patios-RV Demo-haul-frame-pour Call Today for your FREE Estimate Alfonso Regalado 970-412-0332
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HOUSEHOLD
MISCELLANEOUS
REAL ESTATE
SALES
SALES
Misc.
Misc.
Commercial
Garage Sales
Misc. Sales
Commercial Spaces for sale and lease. Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950
Sale at Amberwood Lodge, 1889 Fall River Rd. Furniture, misc. household items, some antiques and collectibles. 9/6 - 9/30/2020. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays in lodge office (closed Monday 9/28).
SALES FREE BOOK! Our world seems to be in chaos, but the Bible books of Daniel and Revelation reveal that God is in control. For a free copy of this reassuring book email your name and mailing address to freebookoffer777@yahoo. com.
Sewing/Alterations Remixed Custom Sewing Services and Industrial Repair Cushions, benches, leather, campers and outdoor furniture. Local - call Beth 970-492-5446
Garage Sales Saturday 9/26 8am-1pm 400 Parkview Lane Dining table w/ leaves, chairs, lamps, TV, skis, books, household items, misc.
Piano Tuning
Storm Mtn Holiday Bazaar; Oct 3, 10 AM-4 PM; Big Thompson Canyon Assoc Bldg, 1479 W Hwy 34, 1 mi E of Drake. Wide variety of locally handcrafted items such as felted wool clog & mittens, quilted, knit and crochets items, honey and related products, fine art wildlife prints, mtn-theme dish towels, sun catchers, Estate Sales wooden tables; great for home or gifts. Bazaar will Fri 9/25 & Sat 9/26, 8am- be outside; masks, social distancing, other county 12pm. Bed, Dressers, COVID-19 requirements Tables/Chairs, Coffee observed. Please support Table, Couch, Artwork. Follow the Signs on James local crafters! More info at www.facebook.com/peaceStreet. Cash Only fulridge.com\ 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 SAT, Sept 26; 9AM-3PM; 246 Virginia Dr; MultiFamily; Masks Required. Thule, safe, furniture (incl 2 dbl matt/box sprgs, frame, head/foot board), 2 small fridges, clothing, housewares, cash reg drawers, scales, TV, new light fixtures in box, cabnt hdwr, grow lights, freebies and more!
Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt. 577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER ACCOUNTING Tax Minimization
ATTORNEYS
CHIMNEY SWEEP
QuickBooks Support
CLOUD@CCOUNTING CLEANING SERVICES MuellerPyeCPA.com
970.667.1070
CAMERAS
APPLIANCE REPAIR
CARPET CLEANING ARCHITECTURE
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EYEWARE/GLASSES
EXCAVATION DECK BUILDING/REPAIR
DRYWALL CONTRACTOR
FLOORING
ELECTRICIANS
GENERAL CONTRACTOR COMPUTER SERVICES
Synergy Electrical Solutions LLC Quality Electrical work at an affordable price. Call for free estimate today. Licensed and Insured (970) 652‐8450
ENGINEERING
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HEARING & TINNITUS CARE
CELEBRATING
25 YEARS
Cory D. Workman, Au.D.
1993-2018
Phone: 970-586-5255
Design | Build | Remodel
General Contractors | Timber Frame & Log Homes Serving the Colorado Northwest Mountains since 1993
• Hearing Aids / New & Repair • Hearing Evaluations • Hearing Protection • Ear Care / Wax Removal • Dizziness / Balance
1186 Graves Ave., Ste. B Estes Park, CO 80517 Fax: 970-577-7260 drcory@estesparkaudiology.com www.estesparkaudiology.com
970-586-7711 | www.ldwatkins.com
HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES
970-586-1685 Custom Homes, Additions, Kitchens, Baths, Historic Renovations, Remodels and Design Work
Charles Santagati 1191 Graves Ave glaciercreekinc.com Full service general contracting since 1998
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LANDSCAPING
Sustainable Solu�ons Landscaping • Planting • Stonework • Maintenance
Licensed and insured. NAWT certified, Boulder County Public Health license number A-082-16. General Contractor License Number CON-16-0212
Jeff Schmitt Owner
970.616.2703
sustainscapes77@gmail.com
• Tree Care • Fencing • Irrigation 20 Years Experience Horticulture Background Licensed and Insured Locally Owned and Operated
LINEN SUPPLY -LAUNDRY SERVICE
GLASS - NEW / REPLACEMENT MAINTENANCE/REPAIR SERVICES
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PAINTING
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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER PHYSICAL THERAPY
RENTAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!
• Residential/Commercial • Log Homes/Decks • Free Estimates • 4 Year Warranty
• Interior/Exterior • Power Washing • Local References • Licensed & Insured
Tim Stolz, Owner • 970-518-4001• 26 Years Experience e-mail: testolz@hotmail.com • www.bestway-painting.com
PLUMBING AND HEATING
ROOFING
POWER GENERATION SECURITY HOME WATCH
Sure Lock Homes Services PRINTING
A Watchful Eye While You’re Away
Steve and Evelyn Wilson
970-586-4206
Licensed • Bonded • Insured lazyu2@msn.com
TREE SERVICE
PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPHY
PROPANE
Property Pruners Full Tree Service, Landscaping and Fire Mitigation. Snow Removal and Yard Cleaning
PEST CONTROL
REAL ESTATE
343 S. St. Vrain Ave. #6 Estes Park, CO 80517 Steven@EPPruners.com Office: (970) 966-5113 propertypruners.com
Licensed & Insured
WINDOW CLEANING
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2551 Longview Dr
231 Moraine Ave
$565,000 1400 David Dr~#22
NE W
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$1,295,000
Cherokee Dr Lot ~ 1.16 Acres
$269,500 6260 County Rd 43
$1,295,000
NE W
$499,000 121 Wiest Dr~E
$225,000
Pine Tree Dr~1 Acre
$399,000 512 Saint Vrain Ln
$85,000
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$299,900