Mountain Town Magazine - Summer/Fall 2019

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Summer-Fall 2019

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Wow, it finally got warm. Summer actually feels like it arrived and I am enjoying the warmth and late start to the mountain hiking season. At 10,000ft, it takes a little longer for the leaves, flowers, and grass to get going. The canopy of green is popping up high, along with a profusion of wildflowers and mosquitos...note that little sucker on my leg. Sitting was not an option except for a quick photo.

So here we are putting out the Summer/Fall issue of Mountain Town Magazine, and we are excited to tell you about all of the great music playing up high and down low.

There is not much of a mud season anymore, and events abound into the winter.

We open the magazine with our story on Frisco. I love this little town. It packs a big punch of fun along with delicious dining options. It is my go-to each morning for paddleboarding, an afternoon ride, and a coffee or cocktail. I love the challenge of powering up Mount Royal and relaxing later at one of the towns incredible restaurants. The town’s shopping options are unique too.

We have some trip ideas within the pages of the magazine. These great stories will make you want to pack your bags and head out with a map and intel on the Historic Colorado Hot Springs Loop. Did you know we have a Colorado Spirits Trail? We highlighted our mountain town distilleries in this article, and you might want to check the ones that sit along the Hot Springs trail. This is an indulgent way to get to know our mountain towns and take time for yourself.

Like to fish? Want to live in a mountain town? Check out the Real Estate section; we have some properties that might interest you. Many are chock full of additional area amenities to get you outside.

Oh! We have a new department, Pets. If you live in a mountain town, then most likely you have a pet. My pup goes everywhere with me, and we want to make sure all of our fur babies are well taken care of. Check it out on page 24. The Pet page will be a permanent part of our magazine.

As always we have some great suggestions on where to eat so read, enjoy and get out, it’s time for summer and then the glorious return of fall; the reason we stayed!

Cheers! ~ Holly Battista-Resignolo, Publisher

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Frisco

Beaches, Boats, Great Eats & A Whole Lot of Adventure

by Holly Resignolo

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MIGHTY I love the town of Frisco, it’s small but packs a big punch of fun and activities. The amount of opportunity to eat recreate, dance, and shop are remarkable for an area so small. The question is where to begin? How about a little history from the proprietors of the Frisco Lodge...

“The town of Frisco, Colorado was founded

by Henry Recen in 1873. Henry was a Swedish trapper and miner that built a small cabin on the mountainside. Recen and a handful of miners developed the land and eventually built a railroad that connected the small mountain towns for transportation and goods. Just like any town, Frisco was built with a reason in mind. In this particular situation, Frisco Colorado was created mostly due to the mining boom found in the area. Frisco wasn’t named after San Francisco, even if it does have a similar name. In fact, the name Frisco is derived from the letters associated with the St. Louis- San Francisco Railway company. You have the FR from Francisco, IS from St Louis and CO from Company!

In the beginning, the permanent population was only 250 people, as well as multiple hotels, saloons, businesses, and railroads.’

You can learn even more by visiting the town’s Historic Park & Museum. Collections of artifacts and structures that interpret Frisco’s past and its people are displayed at the museum. This cultural center holds regular lectures, guided hikes, tours and other events designed to bring the town’s past to life.

Since the towns founding the community has grown and today Main Street is the bright jewel and base camp of the town. Loaded with unique shops and world-class dining you will find relaxing coffee shops, breakfast joints as well as fine dining, an award-winning brewery and a fabulous new music hall. You won’t have to go far and find what

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your appetite is looking for. Looking for a quick coffee bagel or burrito try Abby’s or the Frisco Coffee Roaster.

If fine dining is your destination then head to Vinny’s, Silverheel’s or The Uptown. Lakeside dining? Yes, direct yourself to the Marina for cocktails and lunch of dinner at the Island Grill. A must stop is Foote’s Rest for ice cream and barbecue. There’s even a fabulous Cajun spot right there on Main Street. Sit down for breakfast, head to the Log Cabin Cafe, Butterhorn Bakery or Salt. Your taste buds won’t be disappointed and you will want to load up because if you’re spending the day in Frisco you’re going to be burning some calories.

on Main’s rooftop deck is a great place for a group to gather or for a romantic rendezvous. Check out the saloon at Frisco Prime. Their classic turn of the century bar serves up great modern-day cocktails and delicious food.

It is always Happy Hour in Frisco but if you’re looking for some cheers then you are in the right spot. Highside Brewing is always brewing up great beer and offers a delicious menu. Try Prost, Colorado’s only Beer Hall, their giant pretzels are great. The Uptown

Frisco is a lakeside town. Some tremendous upgrades have taken place this past year to their marina.

A new boat ramp makes it darn easy to get your boat in and out. Don’t own a boat? Well, there are plenty to rent from.Pontoons, Sailboats and

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Copper Mountain is Frisco’s ski area, just hop on the highway or grab the Summit Stage, Summit County’s free bus service. Each weekend you’ll find a unique festival to attend and they have fantastic dining and trail access too. A chair lift ride we’ll make it a memorable day and if it is winter well then, the skiing and riding are exceptional.

Power Boats, the marina rents them. I personally love to paddleboard and the access at the new beach is fantastic.

How fun to have a Sandy Beach where you can dip your toes and cool off in the waters of Lake Dillon. The Marina has stand-up paddleboards available for rent as well as kayaks and canoes. Maybe you would like to try finessing a rowboat. The Frisco Rowing Center can set you up and provides instruction. Bring the sunscreen and your beach towels along with a picnic that can be picked up at Deli Belly on Main Street.

Have teenagers? Then head over to the Frisco Adventure Park where a free, newly refurbished skatepark with fresh smooth concrete is waiting to challenge them.

While they’re off skating there are tons of trails to hike or bike and if disc golf is your thing then you’re in luck, there’s an awesome Disc Course to challenge you.

Have little ones? Well, there are tons of parks and playgrounds to play in with great features for all of you to enjoy. My favorite is Walter Byron Park with its open, grassy field and a great little playground.

Biking opportunities abound. The Summit County bike path leads in every direction from Frisco. You can access the Peaks Trail and enjoy single track all the way to Breckenridge or you can have a wonderful ride around the Peninsula at the Frisco Adventure Park. Check out the pump track for kids biking as well as the Dirt Jump Park facility. It might not be your thing but it is so fun to watch area bikers take on the challenge of the course.

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There are beautiful hiking opportunities with trailheads in each corner of the town. Go do a power hike up Mount Royal or take it further up to the top of Peak 1. Grab the kids and head to Rainbow Lake. Meadow Creek is beautiful and you can even climb up to the Old Dillon Reservoir. The Peninsula Trail at the Frisco Adventure Park offers panoramic views any time of the day.

In the winter the Frisco Adventure Park transforms into a Nordic ski area with Snow Tubing and a beginner ski and snowboarding terrain area. Races and special events mark the calendar when the snow is flying.

Whatever the season you may want to plan to stay a day or two. There is a multitude of lodging opportunities from bed and breakfast’s, hotels, Airbnb’s and vacation rentals. Try the Galena Street Inn, Frisco Lodge, Hotel Frisco or the new Grand Hotel. Each location offers its own unique ambiance and amenities.

That’s a lot of intel. Even if you’re not staying the night, Frisco is the perfect stopover when traffic is heavy on I-70. The Whole Food’s shopping area has great restaurants as well as Outer Range Brewing Co. and you can find most of what you need along Summit Boulevard.

Come enjoy the adventure of this little town.

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WildSyde Looking to have a little fun? Well, then you need to check out Wildsyde E-Bikes! We took this baby out for the day and loved its vintage style and smooth, strong ride. This eCruiser can get you where you need in a timely and stylish manner. Wildsyde was founded by Paul Hields, the President and Owner of Sportube products, the World’s #1 Hard Sided Ski, Snowboard and Fishing Travel Cases. He’s been in the biz for 25+ years and knows how to design (and use) great products. Paul has been a passionate biker since he could first pedal around as a kid and continued throughout his life into road biking, mountain biking, and now; Vintage eCruisers. There are a variety of styles to consider, check them all out here:

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Big B’s Check out this sweet little Colorado company that just received the 2018 gear of the year award from men’s journal. Grover creates innovative premium Coolers that make gathering in the outdoors fun and getting there easier. You can customize the roller cooler to fit your adventure with prepping boards by attachments cup holders umbrella and fishing rod holders as well as attachable stash bags and really cool bins.

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Have you had a big B’s juice yet? Oh my, is it a treat. Big B’s produces small-batch unfiltered apple juices as well as lemonades at their orchard in Hotchkiss, Colorado. They have organic apple juice, ginger apple juice, cherry apple juice, peach apricot apple juice, and pair apple juice. Cold press ciders are available midSeptember through January. We haven’t visited their orchard yet but plan to head that way as we head into the fall. Looks like there are events, music, a Cafe and camping along with great orchard activities too. Check them out here:

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LOCKWOOD FOUNDATION

The Lockwood Foundation is a collaboration of professionals, donors, volunteers and like-minded individuals who want to impact the community by making the outdoors more accessible to those less mobile. Their leadership is dedicated to making adventure accessible to people of all abilities.

The Lockwood Foundation facilitates getting individuals and groups with physical or financial limitations on outdoor adventures at no cost whatsoever. Their program is run purely through volunteers, contributions, and donations.

They are a charitable organization dedicated to the accessibility of adventure.

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SPINSTER SISTERS

SKI TOWN ALLSTARS We love this sweet little hat company that designs and assembles their products right there in the Vail Valley, just 1.7 miles from Gondola One. Their philosophy is “Work hard, Ski hard, Party hard” and let everyone know that we are all Ski Town All Stars.

They design trucker hats, beanies, youth hats, accessories and more. You can design your own message right there in their shop and wear it home with same day service. Check them out:

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Were we ever excited to stumble across the Spinster Sisters Company products. This Golden, Colorado based skincare company creates fantastic safe and gentle products so you can have a good day. Lotions, moisturizers, deodorants, bug repellent scrubs, oils, salves, candles, a men’s line, apothecary products and more. You can find them at their flagship retail location in historic downtown Golden at 1116 Washington Ave. or online

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Your Transportation Plan

CDOT asks for input from Coloradans to create a statewide transportation plan of projects based on data-driven assessment, public and stakeholder input The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) was joined by Lt. Governor, Dianne Primavera and transportation planners from across the state to start a transportation conversation with all Coloradans to create a new 10-year plan of priority transportation projects.

Over the next several months, residents can join in this effort using a new tool at YourTransportationPlan.com to provide input on transportation trends and issues that impact them the most, identify specific needs using an interactive map, and give feedback on CDOT’s transportation vision and goals. Additionally, CDOT will hold public meetings across all 64 counties, host telephone town halls, and attend community events to get feedback from across the state on your transportation system and future needs.

“Transportation affects each of us every day and that is why CDOT is kicking off a statewide transportation conversation to address Colorado’s transportation needs together,” said Lt. Governor, Dianne Primavera.

“Our population is growing, traffic is getting worse and we face the challenge of taking care of the system we have, while also planning for the future. We invite

you to join this transportation conversation by visiting YourTransportationPlan.com to give feedback or participant in a telephone town hall or meeting.”

Colorado is the country’s eighth fastest growing state, and as more vehicles travel the roads there is more wear and tear on infrastructure. CDOT is adopting a new approach to plan for transportation investments to ensure that projects improve safety, provide multimodal travel options and efficiently get people and goods where they need to go.

“At CDOT, we’re changing how we plan for transportation now and in the future,” said CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “Instead of starting with the question of how we pay for it, we want to start with the question of ‘What should we be paying for and why?’ Coloradans are in this together - and this conversation will allow us to hear from the people that use our roads, sidewalks, bike lanes and transit options about their needs.”

Coloradans can provide their input by using the online engagement tool, find out about upcoming telephone town halls to participate from the comfort of home, or find out when and where an in-person public meeting will be held. www.YourTransportationPlan.com

PROTECTING YOUR HOME FROM WILDFIRE Every year we all need to be concerned about wildfire and our homes. Here Are Some Tips To Protect Your Home From Wildfire: •

Actively manage your roof.

Clean roof and gutters of pine needles and leaves at least twice a year to eliminate an ignition source for potential fires. This eliminates an ignition source for firebrands, especially during hot, dry weather.

• Stack firewood away from your house. Locate firewood at least 15 feet uphill from your home. Do not stack firewood under the deck.

• Remove unhealthy vegetation.

Trees and shrubs that are stressed, diseased, dead or dying should be removed so that they do not become a fuel source for potential fires.

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Create defensible space on flat ground a minimum of 75 feet around a home. Increase this diameter if the structure is located on a slope.

Thin out continuous tree and brush (shrub) cover around structures.

Remove flammable vegetation from within the initial 15 feet around structures.

Beyond the initial 15 feet, thin trees to achieve 10-12 foot crown spacing. Occasionally, clumps of two or three trees are acceptable for a more natural appearance, if additional space surrounds them.

Mow grasses and weeds to a height of six inches or less for a distance of 30 feet from all structures.

Prune tree branches within the defensible space up to a height of 10 feet above ground.

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Dispose of all slash and debris left from thinning by either chipping, hauling away or piling and burning if allowed. Contact your local fire department or local Colorado State Forest Service forester for burning restrictions and/or assistance.

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Remove shrubs and small trees or other potential ladder fuels from beneath large trees. Left in place, these fuels can carry a ground fire into tree crowns.

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Trim any branches extending over roofs, and remove branches within 15 feet of chimneys.

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Place liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) containers at least 30 feet from structures. Clear anything flammable, including vegetation, from within 10 feet of all tanks.

NWCCOG REGIONAL JOB STATS

The NWCCOG region’s economy is heavily dominated by the Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Industry. This industry accounts for almost half (48%) of all jobs in the region, made up of the following sectors: • • • • • • •

Accommodations & Food Services (28%) Arts, Entertainment, Recreation (9%) Retail Trade (11%) Other sectors which account for a significant number of jobs in the region include: Construction (9%) Public Administration (7%) Healthcare (6%)

Here is the most recent data released from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, Q3 2018 Jobs: +1.9% Unemployment rate: 2.4% (Feb. 2019) Regional Population: 119,779

Fastest growing towns (2010-2017) Silverthorne (+18.8%) - Pop. 4,639 Frisco (+15.9%) - Pop. 2,977 Granby (+12.0%) - Pop. 1,813 Gypsum (+11.1%) - Pop. 6,926 Basalt (+9.1%) - Pop. 3,849

5-Year Job growth in Key Industries (2013-2018): Construction (+32.3%) Healthcare (+22.8%) Accommodations & Food Services (+10.9%) Professional, Technical, Scientific (+16.3%) Company Management (+64.5%)

Average Annual Wage: Eagle County: $46,124 (+3.4) Grand County: $36,920 (+4.7%) Jackson County: $39,416 (+11.8%) Pitkin County: $50,700 (+0.2%) Summit County: $43,004 (+4.8%) State of Colorado: $57,408 (+3.5%)

HISTORY COMING TO LIFE IN GLENWOOD There is more to the 126-year-old Hotel Colorado than meets the eye.

The history of the hotel is filled with stories that defy a natural explanation.

In fact, there are rumors that some past guests are said to still roam the hallways along with some other colorful characters. Now guests, visitors and locals alike can experience the spirited characters for themselves with the Hotel Colorado’s new Walk Back in Time Historic Tours.

The Hotel Colorado is now offering the guided tours by the “ghosts” of colorful characters from Glenwood Springs’ past in partnership with The Glenwood Springs Historical Society and Frontier Museum. Each character portrayalist will share unique and haunting stories of The Hotel Colorado’s history during a one-hour tour.

The tour guide characters include the Town Marshall of New Castle Jasper Ward, visionary Walter Devereux who built the hotel, frontierswoman Eleanora Malaby, who bravely traveled by horse over Independence Pass, and more. The portrayalists will share unique and spirited stories of the Hotel Colorado’s history – some of which are first-hand accounts by previous guests and staff members.

The one-hour Historic Tour begins in The Hotel Colorado lobby and is offered on Saturday at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday at 10:15 a.m., and run through Labor Day. Cost is $20 per person. A portion of the tour’s proceeds goes to help support the Glenwood Springs Historical Society. www.hotelcolorado.com

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Summer wildflowers followed by the Autumn colors is a Colorado treat.

- Summit County, Colorado by Linda Rokos Watts, Steller Ltd.

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TAK E MY SHIF T APP

Assisting in a spontaneous, adventurous lifestyle for the working professional

BY ALLISON BATTISTA It takes a local to know what locals need. Summit County family members, Kim, Megan, and Lizi Andersen, love outdoor adventures and the spontaneity of being able to get out. They created an excellent tool for others to enjoy the call of the outdoors too. Meet their creation, Take My Shift™, a lifestyle app that allows workers the opportunity to choose between the responsibilities of work and the lure of play. It is the answer to the demands of a spontaneous and adventurous culture that often chooses recreation over responsibility here in our mountain towns and beyond.

When faced with a work shift, assignment, or task that one would rather skip, Take My Shift allows you to do that without leaving an employer short staffed. Take My Shift utilizes mobile technology to help teams manage work shift change requests. In the face of what seems to be a nocall, no-show epidemic, the app supports businesses and individuals with rotating shift workers or assignments so that small companies can run smoothly.

The Take My Shift application has received glowing reviews. One of its users we interviewed stated, “We have been using Take My Shift in full force. We’ve got 13 extra coverage shifts posted, and people love the push notifications and calendar integration. From a manager standpoint, I am finding that shifts are getting picked up quicker with the program than with anything else we’ve tried previously.”

The mother-daughter trio behind TMS believes the app’s success is primarily due to its overall simplicity. It offers an easy-to-use interface – one that teams don’t mind relying on, shift after shift. Users also agree that the mobility of the 22

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platform is a major advantage. Team members can request shift coverage or claim available shifts anytime, from anywhere. “People today want a better balance in life, and in the past, that meant leaving your team high and dry. TMS gives team members the chance to get the most enjoyment out of life while being mindful of the needs of their coworkers and employer,” explains Kim Andersen, Co-Founder of Take My Shift. “There is no longer a reason for workers to skip their shift. Finding coverage has never been easier.”

The Take My Shift app is one part of a multi-faceted brand designed to promote a spontaneous lifestyle while supporting small businesses - the lifeblood of local communities. The company accomplishes that mission through its mobile app, its small-business resource library, blog, and a charitable giving program. Take My Shift is passionate about supporting those with cystic fibrosis. Those afflicted fight relentlessly every day to make certain they live to have many more. The TMS Team also works to assist families that support the rigorous mental and physical routine required to comply with the treatment regimen prescribed by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. This is a passion close to the Andersen’s hearts; their app assists them in giving their time to this cause as well.

We love this concept brought to fruition. Rather than calling in, calling around, and trying to get a shift covered, all you need to do is check-in with the app and go!

Take My Shift can be found and easily used by heading to the Apple store or Google Play on your phone.

Bret / Environmental Caretaker Natural Resource Management

SEARCHING FOR A GOOD COLLEGE?

It might lead you to a river.

Field classes in the Rocky Mountains.

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I am Parker the Snow Dog, Loveland Ski Area’s official pup. I am here to help Mountain Town pet owners find great new products and learn useful tips for their Colorado mountain town fur babies enjoyment!

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Get your pets official Pet ID with your pets picture and all the information they need to get home. Pet IDs are $19.95 and include a FREE Collar ID tag with all orders.

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Pet Friendly

Looking for dog friendly events? If you’re heading to Breckenridge checkout the new web page BreckInsider.com has added. Happy Hours, Festivals, welcoming restaurants and more.

www.breckinsider.com/dogfriendly

Getting away with your favorite fur baby couldn’t get any more fun and friendly than the Limelight Hotel Aspen. It’s the perfect place to kick back and relax after a fun day out on area trails. A good game of fetch at Wagner Park across the street from the hotel will have your dog curled up fast asleep on their own bed. Treats are included too!

www.limelighthotels.com

CYCLE DOG Cycle Dog’s goal is to create the world’s best dog products with a focus on the environment and to raise awareness of the millions of bike tubes thrown into landfills every year. Hand sewn products are proudly made and tested in Portland, Oregon. Since 2009, Cycle Dog has reclaimed hundreds of thousands of discarded inner tube rubber targeted for landfills.

Lanette Fidrych started by collecting tubes from bike shops and sewing them in her home. After many R&D sessions, she created an iconic inner tube-backed dog collar that is not only eco-friendly, the rubber backing doesn’t allow bacteria to grow and the collars don’t get stinky. The latch is cool too.

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SILVERTHORNE, COLORADO Explore the heart of Summit County this summer and discover where art meets adventure. Bike along the Blue River or fly fish its gold medal waters, see a show at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center or attend one of the signature First Friday events. Find your next adventure in Silverthorne!

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THE COLORADO HISTORIC HOT SPRINGS LOOP ...Health on the Go

BY GAYNIA BATTISTA

There is so much variety; from intimate private baths, to the world’s largest mineral hot springs pool. Each of the nineteen facilities offers unique features like vapor caves, hot pots, terraced pools, enormous travertine formations, and fun-filled aquatic centers.

“These hot springs facilities continuously enhance their unique features so that guests have a highquality experience,” says Vicky Nash, project manager for the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop.

There is nothing like a road trip with Hot Springs all along the way.

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Glenwood Springs

Best known for its geothermal amenities, Glenwood Springs is also a favorite destination for hiking, biking, rafting and fishing. Its mountaintop theme park and proximity to Hanging Lake are big draws for this little mountain town that was once the home of gambler-gunslinger Doc Holliday.

GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS RESORT. This resort is home to the world’s largest hot springs pool, as well as a lodge, spa and an aquatic adventure zone opening in June 2019.

mountain backdrops, crystalline lakes and wide-open spaces are a magnate for outdoor enthusiasts. Thanks to the generous geology of the region, you can soak in five different hot springs. A family-owned brewery in Ouray serves up brews with views.

OURAY HOT SPRINGS POOL. This recently renovated oval-shaped pool has incredible mountain backdrop views, in addition to a mix of fun and relaxing features, such as an activity pool, an overlook infinity-style waterfall, and a hotter soaking pool.

IRON MOUNTAIN HOT SPRINGS. Boasting 16 soaking pools and a freshwater family pool, Iron Mountain is located on the bank of the Colorado River, with stunning mountain views.

WIESBADEN HOT SPRINGS SPA AND LODGINGS. Wiesbaden is home to hot springs and rare vapor caves tucked deep inside the mountain, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and private outdoor spa—all heated with geothermal water.

YAMPAH SPA & VAPOR CAVES. These vapor caves are a rare setting for a natural, geothermal steam bath with detoxifying benefits. An onsite spa provides further wellness opportunities.

TWIN PEAKS LODGE & HOT SPRINGS. There are both indoor and outdoor soaking opportunities at this Ouray hot springs lodge.

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ORVIS HOT SPRINGS. Located in Ridgway, Orvis Hot Springs is a beautifully landscaped facility with both indoor and outdoor soaking

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Jump in your Car, Saddleup the motorcycle or even prep your road bike, five premier hot springs destinations in western Colorado — Chaffee County, Pagosa Springs, Ouray County, Glenwood Springs, and Steamboat Springs — have come together to form the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop. This 720-mile loop showcases some of the most popular hot springs attractions in the country and is one way to relax and unwind.

HEALING WATERS RESORT & SPA welcomes visitors to relax and soak in its therapeutic warm springs that are 100 percent natural mineral water with nothing else added.

COTTONWOOD HOT SPRINGS. With a relaxed and back-to-nature vibe, Cottonwood Hot Springs is a peaceful stop with a quiet-zone and alcohol-free pools, as well as various lodging options.

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THE SPRINGS RESORT & SPA. is open to lodge guests 24 hours a day and features 23 therapeutic mineral hot spring pools overlooking the San Juan River.

SALIDA HOT SPRINGS AQUATIC CENTER This community center facility is the largest indoor hot springs in North America, with its lap, soaking, and private pools.

OLD TOWN HOT SPRINGS. Old Town is a recreational, multi-use complex with family-friendly fun packed into its geothermal waters.

OVERLOOK HOTSPRINGS. has rooftop soaking tubs with unimpeded views of the San Juan Mountains, the river and downtown Pagosa Springs!

MOUNT PRINCETON HOT SPRINGS. Known as a scenic overnight or day retreat, Mount Princeton Hot Springs is packed with amenities, like a historic bathhouse, creekside hot springs, a waterslide, and a spa and health club.

STRAWBERRY PARK HOT SPRINGS. Strawberry Park is located outside of town, in a rustic and smaller venue, nestled against the banks of Strawberry Creek. There are lodging and camping options available.

options, famous for their au naturel, clothing-optional policy.

Pagosa Springs The next stop is Pagosa Springs, about a 150-minute drive from Salida. Be sure to enjoy the beautiful Wolf Creek Pass on the way—stopping at the scenic overlook, Continental Divide, and the gushing Treasure Falls. Once you’ve arrived in town, the “Pah gosah” Mother Spring aquifer, which translates to “healing waters,” awaits, filling three different hot springs facilities.

This is Colorado 14er country where the majestic Collegiate Range—home to Mounts Princeton, Yale and Harvard—top out at over 14,000 feet and delineate the landscape. Tucked in amid the mountains are the towns of Salida, Nathrop and Buena Vista, places where experiencing the quintessential Colorado lifestyle is at its peak.

Nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Steamboat is famous for its authentic Western roots and genuine hospitality. It is home to vast ranch lands and dude ranches with rodeos held every weekend in the summer months.

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COLORADO TRAIL EXPLORER Priot to his departure Gov. John Hickenlooper announced the launch of a new state app with guidance to more than 39,000 miles of trails as nearly 550 tourism industry stakeholders gathered in Vail for the annual Colorado Governor’s Tourism Conference.

Embracing a theme of “COmmitted” in the town recently named the Most Sustainable Mountain Destination on earth, the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) this year worked with Walking Mountains Science Center and Hotel Talisa to structure the event as the first zero-waste state tourism conference in the nation. Efforts ranged from conservation and reuse of materials to composting of food waste.

“Once again, Colorado and its tourism industry are setting the pace for creating new traveler options, while taking real steps to protect what makes our destination such an extraordinary place to visit,” said CTO Director Cathy Ritter.

The Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) app puts data for 39,158 miles of trail and 1,431 trailheads in the hands of users and is now available for free download in the Apple and Google Play stores. A facet of the “Colorado the Beautiful” initiative, the COTREX app makes it easier than ever for Coloradans and visitors alike to access the state’s trailheads and open space.

COTREX puts information about all of Colorado’s trails in your hand’s thanks to a collaborative effort between 230+ Colorado trail managers.

Customize the map based on your favorite activity.

Show where it’s legal to hike, bike, ride your ATV, et cetera.

Search through thousands of Colorado Trails, filtering by length, activity topic, region, and more. Tap along the trail to figure out the length and elevation profile of your next adventure. Record your journey, capture your path and take field notes along the way. Choose from thousands of classifications ranging from animal species to rocks and minerals. Download a map before you leave so you can navigate without cell service. You can even start following a friend and share your recent Outdoor Adventures on the app in the community section. Complete challenges and earn badges, explore and learn more about the beautiful state of Colorado in the process. This is a fantastic tool to assist you in your adventures and don’t forget, Leave No Trace as you go.

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The Glenwood Cavern Adventure Park has caves, but it also has more, way more fun stuff to do. This Glenwood Springs Adventure Park takes the fun right to the edge, literally. Known for its award-winning rides and spectacular caves, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is a unique and family-friendly theme park that soars above the town of Glenwood with breathtaking fun. Explore stunning caverns and cool formations in Colorado’s largest showcave. The Haunted Mine Drop is the park’s newest gravitydefying thrill ride. Drop if you dare! You can also speed down the mountain on the USA’s first alpine coaster, hang on to your seat in Colorado’s first 4D Ride Theater and fly through the air high above Glenwood Springs on the Glenwood Canyon Flyer, Cliffhanger Roller Coaster, Soaring Eagle Zip Ride and the Giant Canyon Swing. The best part they are open all year long.

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BY MICHELLE RAZ

Growing old is compulsory. Retirement from work is discretionary.

— Anonymous wise person • You “process” problems by talking about them You punched in the numbers on your retirement with others calculator and discovered you’ll have to work until you’re 75 or risk living out of a shopping cart on the street.

• You find interruptions to be a blessing Horrified, you picture yourself hunched over, toiling • You prefer working with a group to working alone away all day before wearily trudging back to your home for • You prefer to a small dinner before falling into bed. Only to get up and do read and think, rather than talk about how to solve it all again the next day. “And then I die,” you think. a problem But what if something that feels like a jail sentence • You are annoyed by interruptions could actually be one of the most satisfying experiences of • You prefer working on tasks alone to working with your life? groups What we discovered is that Working Longer Could Be Brad is highly extroverted and Extraordinarily Satisfying needed the social stimulation of Even just 20 years ago the working around people. Spending distinction between work and his days with mostly just a retirement was sharp; the idea that computer for company was a you could work at something you complete misalignment with his were passionate about, for as long personality. as you chose, was certainly not It wasn’t lack of ability that mainstream. But today you can find caused Brad to become depressed a plethora of opportunities to keep in his job; the job was simply the going at a job you love,or turn your wrong fit for who he is. Once expertise into a different version we discovered he was genuinely of your current career or even happier working with people, we discover a new profession based were able to identify that a career on a passion you identified in your 50’s or 60’s. as a computer consultant would be an ideal match for him Indeed, 70% of pre-retirees say they intend to work and allow him to use the expertise he’d developed during their retirement years – but on their terms, which Brad made the transition to consultant, and include a flexible schedule, remote working, and being able blossomed in his new career. As a bonus, consulting work to flex between work and time off. is something that would be straightforward to scale and Many of us are going to live much longer lives – into adapt as he grows older, should he want to continue with a our 80’s and beyond. Not only that, but overall we’re likely job he loves in to his 70’s. to be healthy and energetic, with a lot of expertise to share Discover A Career That Nurtures You In Your Later Years with others who could benefit from our wisdom.

Computer consulting may not be your thing, but I Given all these opportunities, perhaps the question encourage you to take time to explore the many options should be “Why wouldn’t I choose to retire later?”. available to you to make working into your 70’s joyful instead of something to dread.

But What If I Don’t Like My Current Job? And you don’t have to do this alone! Sometimes just taking the first step is frightening, but you can find No one is asking you to slog away into your golden excellent resources online, find a friend or family member years at a job you dislike! who’s willing to support you, and brainstorm different ideas Instead, here’s how I helped one of my clients, Brad, for how you can create a career in your golden years that identify a new career after he became miserable and nurtures you. depressed in what he had thought would be his dream job.

Imagine waking up full of eagerness and anticipation at Brad, a highly intelligent man, loved computer science. what your work will bring; loving what you do so much that He thought his dream job was to be a researcher. But the idea of retirement seems laughable. spending all day at a computer, with little social interaction, And when you do finally make the decision to stop sent him into a depression. working, it will be because you truly feel it’s time to Together, we did several exercises to dig deep and move on. You’ll be full of gratitude for the many years of discover what was going on with him. One of the exercises passionate work you’ve had. we did was a personality evaluation, where Brad put a Your perfect career is waiting for you. check mark beside traits that describe him, such as: Michelle Raz of Raz Coaching specializes in helping people with • You prefer to interact with people 32

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WThere was once a time that good music could only be found along Colorado’s Front Range. Today, most weekends in every mountain town is alive with the sounds of music. From festivals to music halls there is always a lineup to be heard at elevation.

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iBar Ranch The I Bar is an authentic western heritage event center that seats up to 515. It is situated on a 10 acre converted hay meadow, 250 ft off of the Tomichi Creek at the base of ‘W’ Mountain in beautiful Gunnison, CO. The Colorado DOW operates the buffer of land between our venue and Tomichi Creek and offers access to amazing f ly fishing and equestrian/hiking opportunities.

The I Bar is situated 1.5 miles southeast of downtown Gunnison behind Jorgenson Park and the Pioneer Museum. Its unique setting is what makes it very special; just on the edge of town, but deep into the quiet spaces of agriculture and recreation.

The venue is a converted hay barn with stage, lighting & sound. While the sides are open to provide fresh air and scenery, there are curtains that can be closed for inclement weather. The venue is in operation from May-October for community orientated events and music you won’t want to miss. www.ibarranch.com/events/

FRISCO We love the awesome little town of Frisco, Colorado. Great restaurants, an amazing marina, trails to hike and bike all contribute to what makes this town so wonderful! Special Events and Music are another amazing reason why we adore Frisco.

The Frisco Concert in the Park Series has some bands that will have you grabbing your lawn chairs and picnic blanket for an evening out. Enjoy a fun, free concert in Frisco’s Historic Park on Thursdays in summer.

Thursday, August 1, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Pixie and the Partygrass Boys To benefit Family & Intercultural Resource Center Thursday, August 8, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Opal Agafia & The Sweet Nothings To benefit Synagogue of the Summit Thursday, August 15, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Jack Cloonan Band To benefit Summit Community Care Clinic Thursday, August 22, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

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The Lariat The Lariat in Buena Vista is striking gold in the mountain music scene!

Music fans live for the opportunity to experience world-class talent in an intimate venue, and Lariat owners Court and Robbie Johnson provide that opportunity year-round in Buena Vista. Since taking over The Lariat in 2016, Court and Robbie have consistently booked top national and regional talent – Grammy-winning blues legends like John Primer and Otis Taylor as well as internationally renowned artists like John Popper of Blues Traveler and Davy Knowles from the Isle of Man. Increasingly, bands headed to or from Colorado’s music mecca – Red Rocks Amphitheater – are stopping by Buena Vista to perform at The Lariat as word spreads about this amazing musician-friendly venue. That list includes upcoming performances by Nicole Atkins and Town Mountain, btw.

The Lariat’s dedication to live music separates it from other music venues, but the Lariat experience actually begins outside, with stunning vistas of the Collegiate Peaks and the historic character of small-town Buena Vista. Long known as home to the state’s best whitewater. BV sits alongside the Arkansas River surrounded by the highest concentration of 14ers in the state, natural hot springs and endless outdoor recreation opportunities.

After taking in the outdoor fun, incredible scenery and small-town charm of BV, the experience continues inside. Court and Robbie transformed The Lariat from a nondescript dive bar into a state-

of-the-art live music venue, craft beer and cocktail bar, and gastropub restaurant featuring a locally sourced menu. Renovations accentuate the railroadera history of the brick building, creating a western steampunk vibe.

After playing his first gig at The Lariat, Gasoline Lollipops front man Clay Rose, exclaimed, “We love it there. … It’s really one of the best venues in Colorado, especially the sound!”

Since then, The Lariat has raised the bar by installing the only Meyer Linas sound system to be found in an intimate (300-capacity) venue in Colorado. Controlled by a Midas Pro 3 soundboard, the system produces impeccable sound and gives The Lariat bragging rights for the best sound system in Colorado’s mountain scene. Along with Court and Robbie, legendary sound man Brother Rob provides the human touch – a key ingredient in creating The Lariat’s magical sets of sonic delight.

But don’t take our word for it. “As far as a good ol’ rock ’n’ roll venue, The Lariat is the place,” according to National Flat-picking Champion Tyler Grant of Grant Farm and Pickin’ on the Dead.

Their line up of excellent music and shows are too numerous to list. We highly suggest heading to their website and then heading to Buena Vista dance shoes ready!

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SUMMER 2019 EVENT SCHEDULE Ticketed Events: Tickets for purchase here www.dillonamphitheater.com AUG 3 | 7pm Lake Street Dive (Opener: YOLO) | $45 GA AUG 17 | 7pm B52’s | $40 GA

FREE EVENTS AUG 2 | 7pm The Subdudes AUG 9 | 7pm Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio AUG 10 | 7pm Ruthie Foster AUG 16 | 7pm Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers* AUG 23 | 7pm Satellite 13 &

Special Guest Beau Thomas AUG 24 | 7pm Vaud & The Villians AUG 30 | 7pm John Popper and Brothers Keeper* AUG 31 | 7pm Larkin Poe SEP 1 | TBD SMRF (Summit Musicians Relief Fund) SEP 6 | 7pm Carolyn Wonderland SEP 7 | 7pm Al DiMeola Accoustic Trio* SEP 13 | 7pm Kizumba Band 12 Piece

SUMMER 2019 EVENT SCHEDULE Ticketed Events: Tickets for purchase here – https://dillonamphitheater.com/ AUG 3 | 7pm Lake Street Dive (Opener: YOLO) | $45 GA AUG 17 | 7pm B52’s | $40 GA FREE EVENTS AUG 2 | 7pm The Subdudes AUG 9 | 7pm Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio AUG 10 | 7pm Ruthie Foster AUG 16 | 7pm Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers* AUG 23 | 7pm Satellite 13 & Special Guest Beau Thomas AUG 24 | 7pm Vaud & The Villians AUG 30 | 7pm John Popper and Brothers Keeper AUG 31 | 7pm Larkin Poe SEP 1 | TBD - Summit Musicians Relief Fund SEP 6 | 7pm Carolyn Wonderland SEP 7 | 7pm Al DiMeola Accoustic Trio* SEP 13 | 7pm Kizumba Band 12 Piece

music on the green The Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association and Beyond the Groove Productions are pleased to announce the 3rd annual Music on the Green concert series in Mountain Village, Colorado. Music on the Green, a free summer concert series taking place most Fridays, starting June 7 through September 6 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Mountain Village Ref lection Plaza, adjacent to the Madeline Hotel & Residences.

“Music on the Green is a great way to start to your summer weekends,” said Anton Benitez, president of TMVOA. “Meet with friends, grab a drink, a bite to eat, and enjoy live music in Ref lection Plaza.”

The concert series line-up features a wide variety of bands and musicians who will start the weekend with a celebration of music and art amid the backdrop of the San Juan Mountains surrounding Mountain Village.

The 2019 Music on the Green line-up features: · Aug 2 – I Draw Slow (Irish Folk) · Aug 9 – Freddy & Francine (Pop, Folk) · Aug 16 – McCarthy Jazz Trio ( Jazz) · Aug 23 – Pat Byrne (Irish Folk-Rock Singer) · Aug 30 – Jim Parker (Country/Americana) · Sept 6 – Ruby (Indie Rock) “These free Friday shows at Ref lection Plaza offer an intimate experience with top-class local and national acts, it is quite an eclectic line-up,” said Denise Mongan of Beyond the Groove Productions. “It is a chance to relax, and socialize while enjoying live music performances in a small intimate outdoor venue.”

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strings ciders & Sours Ciders and Sours are some of the most loved beverages in the universe and the route to all things magnificent. Add in some live Bluegrass by Buffalo Commons and The McDevients, delicious food, gorgeous Breckenridge mountain views and great friends…….you have an irresistible recipe for making magic! These indulgences all come together for the 3rd Annual Breckenridge Strings, Ciders & Sours on Saturday, September 28th, 2019. Hosted by Rocky Mountain Events, LLC. Be sure and check out all of our festivals and events @ Rocky Mountain Events.

Ciders and Sours lovers come together to taste their way through a wide array of samples from local and national Craft Breweries while boogying to some great bluegrass music from our beloved Buffalo Commons (Steamboat Springs, CO) all under the majestic mountains of Breckenridge!

Guests will receive a commemorative tasting glass, access to the live music, entertainment and festival activities, and a chance to taste and explore their way through an assortment of ciders and sours while learning from the Brewery Ambassadors.

Festival food from local vendors will be available for purchase “a la carte” throughout both Plazas.

silverthorne The Town of Silverthorne is making the first Friday of every month a reason for residents and visitors alike to get together and celebrate what’s special about this vibrant community. From arts and food to music and fun, First Fridays showcase the community’s talented makers, artisans and performers, and include hosted evenings with artists, chefs, brewers, musicians and more in various locales that welcome the whole community to participate. www.silverthorne.org

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The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival Announced it's artist lineup several months ago and this crew of epic musicians might be the very best way to celebrate the end of the summer. The legendary John Fogerty joins Phil Lesh & The Terrapin Family Band, Boz Scaggs, Anders Osborne, Ryan Bingham, Tab Benoit and many more to complete a world-class artist lineup. Other additions include International Blues Challenge Winner Ms. Hy-C & Fresh Start, Joanna Connor Band, Husky & The Slow Attack, Eagle Eye Williamson, Grant Sabin with Michael Jennings, Molly Gene One Whoaman Band, along with five stand-up comedians, Wow! You should definitely be in Telluride, Colorado September 13 - 15, 2019.

We have attended this event for many years and have watched its popularity grow. Through sun and snow and rain and lighting evacuations, people have not been driven away. It is a hardy, dedicated group of Blues enthusiasts that keep this event alive and thriving and I can tell you it has been some of the best nights of my life. I am thinking that event producer Steve Gumble, who made this event what it is since he was in his mid 20's feels that way, and more.

Since its inception, this event has expanded to musicians now performing on three stages, tons of local, really good, regional food and craft vendors surrounding the perimeter. Kids have a special spot with activities and fun play features to enjoy too. I wish I was a kid who got to go to concerts, they all have so much fun. The show doesn't end until late night these days. The music starts right back up again at the TBB late night club shows aka Juke Joints are worth staying up for.

In addition, a plethora of special events have been added throughout the festival. This years weekend includes the "Blisters & Brews" 5k fundraiser race, incredible free Yoga Sessions taught by instructors

of the Telluride Yoga Festival, the Telluride Blues Challenge, Blues For Breakfast, Campground Sessions and the Sunset Blues Concert.

As the name implies, Brews, the festivals craft beer roots, taps an equally impressive and diverse collection of 56 craft breweries boasting 170 styles of craft beer and ciders at the festival's Grand Tasting. Highly regarded as one of the premier beer tasting events in the Southwest, the Grand Tasting takes place inside the festival grounds on Saturday, September 14 from 12 pm to 3 pm. Official festival beer sponsor Sierra Nevada Brewing Company will also be on hand with a bevy of favorites including classics and rare creations such as the "Back Porch Lager" (only available at Telluride Blues & Brews Festival).

If you are new to this remarkable music festival then you will be wowed. The sounds, the people and the amazing views of Telluride's box canyon are truly spectacular. For those who are going, we have a list of suggestions on what to bring. Essentially, we say bring it all because Colorado mountain town weather will get the unprepared!

Here is our list: Valid photo ID . Sunscreen/ hat . Sunglasses . Lip Protection Ear Protection . Lawn chairs -check Festival rules . Tarps/blankets .Sunshade tents -check Festival rules . Coolers with non-breakable water/soda containers to stay hydrated! . Camera -check festival rules . Warm clothes . Light Clothing . Gloves . Rain Coat or Poncho - A MUST! .

Waterproof Boots . Sandals . Small Back Pack or Hip Belt . Cell Phone for photos (cell service is sketchy at times) and Your Festivals #hashtag A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Steve Gumble and his SBG Productions crew. See you there Festivarians! www.telluridebluesandbrews.com

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The Dove Inn

A Relaxed Getaway in Downtown Golden Come have an adventure and then take some time to relax thoroughly at this sweet little inn, centrally located in Colorado’s first mountain town, Golden, Colorado.

We recently discovered The Dove Inn this past spring as we escaped the long winter snows and descended into the emerald green valley of Golden. Owners Libby and Reagan Foster have recently renovated a beautiful old Victorian home and revived its classic architecture into a relaxing retreat with modern conveniences. The beauty of the building is enhanced with unique furnishings matching the time period of the 1866 home along with elegant lighting and fixtures.

One lovely Surprise after another greeted us during our stay.

The Dove Inn is operated as a behind the scenes service model.

Your check-in and check out are completely automated with entry passwords supplied by the owners once you have booked and are ready to arrive. A continental breakfast is provided with fresh pastries and other delicacies from local bakeries and coffees and teas from area roasters. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to create a meal if that is what you choose to do although you are steps away from great restaurants, bars and shopping with Golden’s main street, Washington Avenue, less than one block up from the inn’s location.

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Fishing stories that get better with time.

To master the craft, fly-fishers must be driven to continually learn and accept challenges yet stay rooted in the traditions. True anglers deeply appreciate them both.

“There’s a certain psychology to fly-fishing,” says Jeff Buerger, longtime angler and real estate partner with Hall & Hall in Colorado. “It’s a chance for people to escape, and that escape is taken seriously.”

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It’s also a chance for people to bond.

“I’ve been fishing for 25 years, and I clearly remember the first time I went with mygrandmother,” Buerger says. “She taught me how to cast using a metronome. So, I have a deep connection with fishing. It evokes a lot of powerful feelings.”

Colorado is one of the best spots on the planet for fishermen and women seeking to create their own traditions and tackle the challenges fly-fishing provides.

From ranch and fishing communities to properties with thousands of acres and miles of riverbanks, a special piece of Colorado awaits every angler.

“It’s up to what the buyer truly wants,” Buerger says.

“There are incredible communities with a shared fishery that’s unmatched, and there are also people who want their land all to themselves and desire solitude.”

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Piedra Valley Ranch

G HO S T R A NC H Steamboat Springs 3,745 acres $16,500,000

Ghost Ranch combines an excellent fishery with excellent location, just 20 minutes from Steamboat Springs. This property contains a 1.5-mile stretch of the famed Yampa River. Great bug life along the entire river produces girthy browns and feisty rainbows. According to Buerger, “The fish on this ranch are wild, colorful and surprisinglylarge.”

P I E D R A VA L L E Y R A N C H Pagosa Springs 9,600 acres $39,000,000

A private lake, numerous ponds, and miles of creeks provide excellent fishing waters of all varieties at Piedra Valley Ranch.Plumtaw and Cottonwood Creeks enter the ranch at separate locations along the eastern edge of the property. They converge to form O’Neal Creek which meanders through the property for more than 4.5 miles.

Along the southwestern boundary, Devil Creek runs onto the property and flowsthrough a series of ponds in a narrow canyon.

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W I L D F L OW E R AT C R Y S TA L CREEK Almont 1 acre $3,395,000

Located in one of the most unique fishing communities in the Rocky Mountains, Wildflower is just a long cast from two amazing fisheries: the Taylor River and Hall’s Run. The Taylor is known as one of the best fisheries in the region and carries a reputation for sizable, aggressive trout. More than 1.5 miles of both banks flow through the property. Hall’s Run is a built-from-scratch, spectacular sight-fishing stream that offers an additional 1.5 miles fishing just out the door.

S U N S E T R E T R E AT AT A L P I N E MO U N TA I N R A N C H & C LU B Steamboat Springs 5 acres $4,995,000

Sunset Retreat is newly built Modern-Transitional home located at Alpine Mountain Ranch and Club. AMRC is merely minutes from downtown Steamboat and the ski resort and minutes from landing huge trout along a 1.5-

mile private stretch of the Yampa River. “It’s is a blast to fish,” says Johnny Spillane, owner and guide at Steamboat Flyfisher.

“The Yampa is one of the best ‘big-fish’ rivers in Colorado. AMRC’s stretch is productive. We’ve gotten into some big fish there.”

With private access, AMRC members are assured a unique, serene experience on world-class water rarely fished.

AMRC is a 1,216-acre land preservation community with 63 five-acre homesites and 900 acres dedicated to wildlife preserve and open space. It also features a lake stocked with trout, perfect for beginners.

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MO T H E R W E L L R A NC H

Steamboat Springs 10,350 acres $33,500,000Privacy is the name of the game at the Motherwell Ranch, which combines diverse landscape, water, wildlife and location into one incredible property unrivaled in theRockies.

More than 3.3 miles of both banks of the East Fork of the Williams Fork River meanders through Motherwell, which also features four large lakes and 90 ponds.“The fishery is excellent,” Buerger says. “Big, feisty rainbows and browns can be caught there.”

Perhaps the most important feature, Buerger says, is how secluded the ranch is. Ithas no private inholdings, and no public roads cross it – rare for a property coveringmore than 16 square miles.

With such a diverse selection of properties available, any angler can find exactly what they’re looking for in Colorado.

“The fly-fishing here is world class,” Buerger says, “and these properties are one-of-a-kind. Value is tethered to rarity. Buyers recognize that.”

For more information about Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club contact: Suzanne Schlicht, 970-875-1200, sschlicht@alpinemountainranch.com.

To learn more about fly fishing ranches represented by Hall &Hall contact: Jeff Buerger, (303) 861-8282, jeff@ hallandhall.com.

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T H E S HOR E S R I V E R S ID E L I V IN G IN BR E C K E NR ID G E

When searching for a retreat from the hectic life of the city and suburbs what are you looking for in a property? Some of us long for seclusion but many others seek out access to wonderful amenities and activities. Fresh air, beautiful views and the lull of the Blue River’s water descending from the 10 Mile Range and Continental Divide make The Shores at Breckenridge a highly desired community to live in and visit. This 10-acre resort community is perfectly situated along Breckenridge’s Blue River almost equaldistance from the Town of Breckenridge and Frisco, Colorado.

56 semi-custom paired homes and clustered single-family, detached homes with three or four bedrooms and three and one-half baths have extensive outdoor space surrounding each structure and great fishing out your front door. Not all in your family might find fishing is their passion which in their case and yours The Shores is perfect as it offers a plethora of activities and things to do from its doorstep.

Golf is across the street at the Jack Nicklaus-designed Breckenridge Golf Club. The bike path, yards away from The Shores leads to all of Summit County’s towns and beyond. Look out the window and you will see the Breckenridge Ski Resort’s five huge peaks spanning 2,908 acres. No need to drive, the Summit Stage bus stops and transports you from the nearby bus shelter to the resort. If a Nordic adventure is more your style the adjacent bike path that runs by the community is groomed and transformed into a fabulous trail to skate or classic ski during the winter and connects to the Gold Run Ski Center and Frisco Nordic Center.

The newly built homes at the Shores are bright and well thought out with luxurious natural finishes, lofted ceilings and great spaces for families to gather and relax.

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Open floor plans from 2,300 square feet to 2,800 square feet Vaulted ceilings in the great room and select bedrooms; large windows afford views of the Rocky Mountains, Blue River and protected open space High-end finishes, including natural stone accents, oak flooring and Quartzsite tile foyer Kitchens with Bosch appliances (including a French door refrigerator, dual zone wine refrigerator, built-in wall oven and gas cook top), slab granite countertops and large pantries; shaker style cabinetry with oak flooring Master bedrooms are on the main floor, with spacious open plan bathrooms with soaking tub and frameless glass shower Countertops, floor and wall tiles are natural stone (guest bathrooms feature solid quartz surfaces) Expansive second story outdoor decks on select single family homes Gas fireplaces with stone surrounds accent the great room and master bedroom Natural gas and radiant heat Laundry rooms or closets with Whirlpool washer and dryer Storage and closets include an owner’s storage closet for residents who choose to rent for part of the year Two-car garages include interior access In June 2014, Meriwether and Pathfinder acquired the property, entitled for a total of 40 residences. In 2016, the Town of Breckenridge approved their plan to also build single-family, detached homes on the property ranging in size from 2,300 to 2,800 square feet.

Currently, eight homes are for sale and nine homes are under construction, with the final three homes that broke ground this spring. The community is slated for completion in early 2020.

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Fall is the perfect time for a Film Festival and there are plenty to be had in Colorado’s Mountain

16th Vail Film Festival, Vail August 15 – 18, 2019 The Colorado Film Institute’s mission is to foster independent film through film screenings, panels, workshops, networking events, and educational projects.

The Vail Film Festival supports St. Jude children’s research hospital. St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other lifethreatening diseases. www.vailfilmfestival.com/#home Telluride Film Festival, Telluride August 30 – September 2, 2019 The prestigious Telluride Film Festival brings together industry masters under the auspices of the majestic San Juan Mountains. It is nothing short of a magical weekend, a celebration of film, community, and creativity. The festival notoriously keeps its film schedule a secret, but you can bet that many of the films you will see will be at the top of your Oscar picks in the next awards season.

The festival debuted in 1973 and has since been a gathering place for industry professionals and film enthusiasts alike. The festival seeks to both honor legendary filmmakers of old and give voice to new talent.

In addition to film screenings, the weekend includes guest speakers, symposia, discussions, and informal meet and greets. There are also numerous free events throughout the weekend such as the popular film screenings in Town Park and guest speakers in Elks Park. www.telluride.com/festivals-and-events/telluride-filmfestival No Man’s Land Film Festival, Carbondale September 12 – 15, 2019 Growing by leaps and bounds and for their fourth year, No Man’s Land Film Festival brings you a three-day Festival!

Born in Carbondale, it only seems fitting that they hold their Flagship Festival in their hometown. Get ready for a weekend filled with guest speakers, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, adventure meet-ups, and an incredible film program. www.carbondale.com/events/

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Breckenridge Film Festival, Breckenridge September 18 – 22, 2019 The Breck Film Fest delivers compelling film experiences year-round as the Summit Film Society and through an annual festival. Held each September, the festival celebrates the art of film-making with a diverse selection of filmmakers gathered from around the globe to engage and inspire with their unique storytelling. Add in 90+ independent films and premieres, plus forums and parties amidst the fall colors in the Colorado Rockies, and it’s no wonder that USA Today named the Breckenridge Film Festival as one of the Top 20 Film Festivals in the United States. www.gobreck.com/event/breckenridge-film-festival Crested Butte Film Festival, Crested Butte September 26 – 29, 2019 Crested Butte Film Festival is an international film festival that inspires, awakens, and activates through a fun and intimate setting of quality screenings, stimulating discussions, and authentic connections.

The four-day experience, September 26-29, 2019, encompasses walkable venues and the screening of close to 80 films spanning the genres of narrative, documentary, outdoor adventure, children’s, and short films.

Additional programming sprinkled throughout the festival includes filmmaker talks, panel discussions, lively parties and other social events.

At Crested Butte Film Festival, you are sure to discover the transformative power of stories while fostering incredible connections in an atmosphere of spontaneity fueled by great films, shared experiences, bikes, hikes and magical mountain scenery. http://cbfilmfest.org/ The Meeting Film Fest October 3 - 5, 2019 A carefully curated collection of the year’s best ski and snowboard cinema, The Meeting Film Fest returns to Aspen for its 15th season. Gather the squad and enjoy this visual powder day at the Sundeck, Belly Up Aspen, and of course, the legendary Wheeler Opera House. www.aspensnowmass.com

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Motherhood gets a shout-out at 41st Annual MountainFilm

by Joy Elizabeth Martin As one of the coolest film festivals in the world, MountainFilm guarantees a heavy dose of inspiration and the perfect tonic to shake participants out of Winter doldrums. Held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride before setting out on a world tour, the action-packed festival features nonfiction stories focused on timely, relevant issues spanning from the environment to social justice, replete with a healthy smattering of alpenglow and Oprah?

That’s right. Media powerhouse, Oprah Winfrey, made a surprise appearance at this year’s soiree. And while Oprah impacted the audience to the core like only Oprah can, we wanted to highlight a nugget of a film that debuted this year on a different stage: a short film from Q Media called “Frosty.”

For those who don’t follow ultra-running, Anna “Frosty” Frost hails from Dunedin, New Zealand, and Durango, Colorado.

She’s not only one of the premier trail runners in the world but considered one of the trailblazers of the niche sport. The 37-year-old began racing competitively in 2004, claiming the overall title in the Skyrunner World Series in 2010 and barreling forth to win 10 gold medals in some of the world’s toughest races, including the formidable Hardrock 100 in both 2015 and 2016.

Beyond her course records, Frosty is beloved by fans for her approachability, adorable New Zealand accent and her grasp of sisu, the Finnish concept of possessing the indomitable spirit (the very essence of MountainFilm itself). This lovely 15-minute documentary celebrates these praiseworthy traits, following Frosty from her childhood roots in New Zealand to podium finishes around the globe and into her next adventure: motherhood.

“Running is a pretty small part of life, even though it’s our entire life,” says Ron “Braz” Braselton, Frosty’s husband and owner of Trail Run Adventures. “It’s not that important. But growing a human is. It’s gonna be another girl I can’t keep up with, so now I’ll have two girls that’ll beat me at everything. That’ll be fun.”

Their baby girl, Skylar Journey, was born on March 16, 2019, in New Zealand. She popped out wide-eyed and ready for action. A doctor told the equally wide-eyed parents to “buckle up for this one;” she’d never seen a more alert newborn.

Tucked in her pram, Skylar slept soundly for once while Mum took the stage at MountainFilm following the “Frosty” premier. She thanked her sponsor, Merrell, for the opportunity to keep her job through the pregnancy and early stages of motherhood, a rarity for professional female athletes. Frosty also addressed her struggles with post-partum depression, encouraging mothers to reach out for support and not feel alone when they face the overwhelming challenges of bringing new life into the world – a world that Frosty can’t wait to share with Skylar: “I’m excited to teach my child to move, to explore, to experience through nature, where the lessons are pure out there.”

To follow Skylar’s quickly unfolding journey, follow @ annafrosty on Instagram. For more on MountainFilm, checkout mountainfilm.org and be sure to mark your calendar for Memorial Day weekend 2020!

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southwest colorado dining

“A quiet mountain town escape, with the luxury you deserve” Our elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites have all of the historic details that embrace our heritage complete with all of the modern amenities you desire. Experience The Dining Room’s elegant yet comfortable fine dining with old west f lair. We proudly host weddings, special events and business meetings. Whether it’s f ly fishing the Rio Grande River, mountain biking our numerous all terrain trails, golfing on our championship golf courses, or simply enjoying the Colorado mountain lifestyle, we have something for everyone.

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THE COLORADO SPIRITS TRAIL Kentucky has their Bourbon Trail but have you heard about Colorado’s? Colorado boasts one of the most vibrant and largest distilling communities in the country. 61 Colorado craft distilleries have joined together to create the Colorado Spirits Trail. To inspire the discovery of spirits pioneered by some of the most creative makers in the industry this group of passionate distillers invite novices and connoisseurs alike to experience their delicious spirited creations across the Eastern Plains, Rocky Mountains, and the Western Slope.

With Autumn on its way, you may want to consider a tasting tour to discover the vibrant colors and fantastic flavors of our local Mountain Town Distilleries and the hamlets they occupy. Make it a fun expedition and get your Official Map & Guide at participating distilleries, Colorado tourist information office or download a printable version from the Colorado Spirits Trail website.

You can collect stamps on your printed map at each participating distillery. After visiting 10 distilleries present your stamped map to one of the participating distilleries and ask for a t-shirt.

The distillery will give you a t-shirt and bragging rights for having completed the first round of the Colorado Spirits Trail.

Even better, become a ‘TrailBlazer’. Once you’re done with your tour around the mountains head to the front range to all the participating distilleries represented on the 2019 map and get two bottles of spirits selected randomly from the participating distilleries. If you really want to taste the distilleries but might not have the time to drive about then we suggest the upcoming Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival Still on the Hill Grand Tasting being held October 21, 2019. For more information on the Colorado Spirits Trail, head to their website: www.coloradospiritstrail.com 56

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Colorado’s Mountain Town Distilleries 45. DEERHAMMER DISTILLING CO 48. WOOD’S HIGH MOUNTAIN DISTILLERY 50. 10th MOUNTAIN WHISKEY & SPIRIT CO 51. BRECKENRIDGE DISTILLERY 52. IDLEWILD SPIRITS DISTILLERY 53. MARBLE DISTILLING CO. 54. STONEYARD DISTILLERY

55. WOODY CREEK DISTILLERS 56. STEAMBOAT WHISKEY COMPANY 57. DURANGO CRAFT SPIRITS 58. HONEY HOUSE DISTILLERY 59. K J WOOD DISTILLERS 60. PEACH STREET DISTILLERS 61. STORM KING DISTILLING CO

chaffee county dining Pasta | Sandwiches | Salads | dessert | beer | wine

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Our ideal customer is hungry, and the rest should take care of itself. We aim to provide elevated comfort food on the heart of Main Street, Buena Vista.

BURGERS . MELTS . TOTS . LIL�L VIKINGS 321 E. Main St. Buena Vista, Colorado www.buenaviking.com

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HAPPY HOUR 4:00-5:30 DAILY TAPAS / COLD PLATES / SHARED PLATES / HOT ZONE / ENTREES SERVING REGIONAL LATIN CUISINE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS OPEN DAILY LUNCH 11:00-2:30 / DINNER 4:00-CLOSE

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970.870.0500 mambos.com 521 Lincoln Ave. Happy Hour Daily from 4-5:30pm (dine in only)

cocktail bar: Wed - Sat | 2pm - 10pm tasting room & Gift shop: Wed - Sat |11am - 6pm kitchen: Wed - Sat | 4pm - 9pm happy hour specials | 5-6pm: $2 off Shared Plates | $5 Cup of Chili | 1/2 Price Beer & Wine $5 Ski Town Mules | $6 War Horse Whiskey Mules 55 11th STREET | STEAMBOATWHISKEYCO.COM

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Summer isn't complete without food, drinks and good times with friends. That's where Copper comes in. Pull up a seat on any one of our patios and complete your day of adventure on and off the mountain.

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THE LOST CAJUN C O L O R A D O

BY HOLLY RESIGNOLO I am not from New Orleans and the closest I ever got to Cajun food was the Gumbo my mom would make on occasion, complete with Okra. Okra, that is a scary vegetable to most kids especially if it is not cooked correctly.

My wonderful mother is from Kentucky so I thought it was some type of stew from where she hales and as you can probably gather, I did not think very highly of it. When I moved to Colorado I learned that this classic dish is indigenous to Louisiana, Cajun Country, and is pretty darn good.

I happened upon a Pagosa Springs restaurant – The Lost Cajun Restaurant and fell in love. Unassuming, this restaurant serves up some of the freshest and well-prepared food that I could have ever imagined. The staff and service were exceptional. Upon arrival we were greeted and seated promptly by their staff and presented a sampling platter: Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, Lobster-Shrimp Bisque,

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Seafood Gumbo, Crawfish Etouffee and Red Beans and Rice.

I thought this was a wonderful opportunity to become acquainted with each dish before I made a decision on what to order. To my delight, they were all amazing which almost made it more difficult to decide what to eat. I will say the Lobster-Shrimp bisque with a rich creamy sherry finish was incredible. The Red Beans and Rice, I have NEVER had better and the Gumbo’s and Etouffee were perfect.

We were on a mission that evening, my daughter had never had Crawfish and she wanted to try the Etouffee. I was interested in the Catfish. We found a plate that offered all of it together and split it. The Catfish with a cornmeal batter was fried to perfection and served with tartar sauce and lemon.

The Etouffee was accompanied by rice, potato salad and buttered French bread and was rich and delicious.

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Prior to ordering dinner, it was decided that we must try the Beignets so we made sure to leave some room in our belly’s.

Piping hot and dusted in powdered sugar this treat was the finale! YUM YUM is the final word! Nothing fancy here but the flavors, preparation and service at this restaurant are outstanding so I am shouting it from the mountain tops!

Laissez les bons temps rouler, yes, we let the good times roll and you should too! Be sure to make a date for lunch or dinner The Lost Cajun has several Colorado mountain town locations as well as Colorado Front Range Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi, North Carolina and of course - Lousiana eateries too!

204 Main Street, Frisco, 970-668-4352 411 South Main Street, Breckenridge, 970-547-8330 438 C Pagosa Street, Pagosa Springs, 970-264-0608

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1110 E. Highway 50, Salida, 719-239-2020 Check their website for Front Range locations here: thelostcajun.com

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Vail Farmers Market Farm to Table Dinners

BY LINDA ROKOS WATTS

The Vail Farmers’ Market and Art Show has been producing a Farm To Table dinner series featuring awardwinning local chefs and farmers from the region each summer with beautifully presented dinners in the Vail Village. We had a chance to attend one of their delicious events this past summer and LOVED it!

The dinner celebrates Vail’s most talented chefs and farmers with a sampling of the freshest local ingredients,” said Angela Mueller, Executive Director of the Vail Farmers’ Market. “Each dinner will be its own special experience where guests can learn about local harvests and savor the fine art of our local chefs.”

The dinner series has included Executive Chef Jay McCarthy from The Vail Chophouse and acclaimed chefs from LaTour, Flame, and bol. Additionally, local farms and vendors from the Vail Farmers’ Market that have been highlighted in past dinners include Clarke Family Orchards, Eat a Peach Farm, Wynn Farm, Harvest Colorado, Jumpin’ Good Goat Dairy, Smith Livestock and more. Colorado Wines too are featured throughout the series.

This year you can look forward to a Grazing Platter appetizer with AnnaVail cheese, radishes, baby carrots, Loredana’s assorted dips, charcuterie, Hovey & Harrison bread, Bob’s Roasted Nuts, Village Bagel chips from The Grazing Fox, Chef Pamela Davis.

A Salad Course of Peach and Cucumber Salad with mint will be produced and presented by Chef Chris Benson. The Entree and Sides will be crafted by The 10th Executive Chef Tim McCaw who will present Chipotle scented quail, served with vegetable rösti, spicy corn, roasted peppers, peach gastrique, and whiskey maple glaze.

The finale is a Sangria dessert with peaches, plums and more from The Sebastians’ Pastry Chef Amaya and Chef Tyson Peterson.

Wines and local Beer to compliemt the vening are sourced from Muriel Rosado 2018 | Rioja, Spain Fritz Zinfandel 2015 | Dry Creek, CA Mister Sauvignon Blanc 2017 | Hawk’s Bay, New Zealand Beer from Vail Brewing Company Are you hungry yet? Tickets for the August 16 Farm to Table Dinner are $115.00 per person plus a service charge. Tickets are available at: vailfarmersmarket.com/farm-to-table/ 62

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BY PEPPER HAMILTON

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Tacos! You know you want them, you know you crave them, but where can you snatch up a few mouth watering Mexican tortillas piled high with your favorite fillings? The list is large but we have four you may want to consider after a day fueled by activities here in our Colorado mountain towns:

Teocalli Tamale

CRESTED BUTTE As Crested Butte local Will Dujardin says, “If you’ve been to Crested Butte and haven’t been to Teocalli Tamale yet, you’re kind of blowing it. A Crested Butte staple since the early 2000s, “Teo” has been dishing out burritos, tacos, tamales, and margaritas right on Elk Avenue that keep patrons coming back whatever the season.” Step up to the counter and order for sit down or take out. Burritos, Tacos, and Tamales are their specialty! Image top left.

311 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte www.teocallitamale.com

Taco del Gnar

TELLURIDE & RIDGWAY Please be warned, the taco you are about to experience is addicting, and you will want more, and you will plan your trip around the ability to get in on time to have one, two or five of these gnar’licious menu selections at Taco Del Gnar. With two locations this should make it easy. Image bottom left.

123 S Oak Street, Telluride 630 Sherman Street, Ridgway

Sancho Tacos & Tequila

BRECKENRIDGE Come in, sit down and select from a large list of authentic Mexican street taco fillings. We love the ala carte selections, Order one or ten and wash it all down with a great margarita.

Tacos and Tequilas are served up in their Breckenridge La Cima Mall location. Image top right.

500 S. Main Street, La Cima Mall, Breckenridge www.sanchotaco.com

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Smell That Bread Bakery

BY HOLLY RESIGNOLO

Smell that bread, and croissants, and bagels, and cinnamon rolls, and cookies, and pies, and all those other sweet treats that Smell That Bread Bakery provides on a daily basis.

Tucked away in the cutest little storefront on 11th Street in Steamboat Springs is a wonderful group of bakers producing incredible rustic bread and classic pastries that you won’t want to miss when you’re in the area.

Julie and Sam Gordon started as a wholesale bread business supplying area restaurants but their baked goods enticing fragrances began drawing a crowd. In May of 2017, the Gordon’s opened a retail space that quickly gained popularity amongst the locals and it has become one of my favorite spots to visit when visiting Steamboat Springs.

Their croissants are gloriously flaky on the outside, soft, chewy and melt in the mouth on the inside. Huge sweet cinnamon rolls are a favorite along with holy wow! KouignAmann’s, an irresistible round crusty cake that pairs perfectly with their brewed coffee. Thick crusty rustic breads, baguettes, challahs and rolls are available to take out for later too.

This duo knows bread and the intricate science required to bake at altitude. A background that includes traditional French Pastry and Bread Baking instruction they received at the San Francisco Baking Institute has resulted in a deliciously satisfying morning breakfast and compliment to evening meals with their bakery’s take away.

If I were deserted on a desert island and the only food I could choose to eat was bread and butter than I would be sure it was Smell That Bread bakeries bread.

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MODERN AMERICAN CUISINE WITH ALTITUDE 1925 Airport Road | (970) 547-9759 (ext. 9)

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“Doin’ Good, Havin’ Fun”

Come enjoy incredible views, weekly live music and delicious house-made food. We’re dog-friendly and open from 11am-11pm, Monday-Sunday

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DINNER MENU . SALOON MENU and HAPPY HOUR At Frisco Prime our food is made with all-natural ingredients.

And as long as we can get it (and usually do), everything is also organically grown; free of antibiotics, chemicals, and preservatives, locally sourced; humanely raised, and hormone-free.

Steak . Seafood . Pasta . Farm Fresh Vegetables 20 Main Street, Frisco www.friscoprime.com Be sure to check out our other restaurant Vinny’s, 310 Main Street, Frisco

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Happy Hour 4-6, Dinner at 5 130 S. Ridge St., Breckenridge enjoy our sunny decks for www.hearthstonebreck.com 130 S. Ridge St. / Breckenridge / hearthstonebreck.com 970.453.1148 {reservations recommended}

Treat yourself to our family-friendly menu with many steak options and an engaging kid’s menu.

Located Slopeside Peak 9 at Beaver Run Resort 620 Village Road, Breckenridge For reservations call 970.453.8755

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La Cima Mall, 520 S Main Street, Breckenridge

1925 Airport Road | (970) 547-9759 (ext. 9)

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Mawa’s Kitchen 305 Aspen Airport Business Center #F Aspen, CO (970) 710-7096 mawaskitchen.com

BRECKENRIDGE

B reckenridge Distillery 1925 Airport Road Breckenridge, CO (970) 925-9788 breckenridgedistillery.com

Briar Rose 199 Lincoln Avenue Breckenridge, CO (970) 925-9788 briarrosechophouse.com

Goldenhorseshoe Tour Co. Breckenridge, CO (970) 453-2005 coloradosleighrides.com

Hearthstone Restaurant 130 South Ridge Street Breckenridge, CO (970) 453-1148 hearthstonebreck.com

Mi Casa Restaurant 600 South Park Avenue Breckenridge, CO (970) 453-2071 micasabreck.com Quandry Grille Main Street Station 505 South Main Street Breckenridge, CO (970) 547-5969 quandrygrille.com

Sancho’s Tacos & Tequila La Cima Mall 500 South Main Street Breckenridge, CO (970)453-9343 www.sanchotaco.com

Spencer’s Peak 9 at Beaver Run Resort Breckenridge, CO (970) 453-6000 beaverrun.com

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Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Avenue Crested Butte (970) 799-3206 montanyarum.com

Dogwood Cocktail Cabin 309 3rd Street Crested Butte (970) 453-9802 thedogwoodcb.com

DURANGO

Animas Chocolate Company 920 Main Avenue Durango, CO (970) 317-5761 animaschocolatecompany.com

Cyprus Cafe 725 East Second Avenue Durango, CO (970) 385-6884 cypruscafe.com

Eno Cocktail Lounge & Wine Bar 723 East Second Avenue Durango, CO (970) 385-0105 enodurango.com

Ore House 147 East College Drive Durango, CO (970) 247-5707 orehousedurango.com

Eat Local Durango, CO local-first.org

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Kemosabe Sushi 605 Main Street Frisco, CO (970) 668-2100 Sauce on the Maggie kemosabesushi.com Village at Breckenridge

655 South Park Avenue Silverheels Bar & Grill Breckenridge, CO 601 Main Street (970) 547-5959 Frisco, CO sauceontheblue.com (970)668-0345 silverheelsrestaurant.com 70

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Frisco Prime 20 Main Street Frisco, CO (970) 668-5900 friscoprime.com Highside Brewery 720 Main Street Frisco, CO (970) 668-2337 highsidebrewing.com The Uptown on Main 304 Main Street Frisco, CO (970) 668-4728 theuptownfrisco.com Vinny’s Frisco 310 Main Street Frisco, CO (970) 668-0340 vinnysfriscorestaurant.com

GEORGETOWN

The Alpine 1106 Rose Street Georgetown, CO (303) 569-0200 alpinerestaurantgeorgetown. com

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

Aurum 811 Yampa Street Steamboat Springs,CO (970) 879-9500 aurumsteamboat.com

Steamboat Whiskey Company 55 11th Street Steamboat Springs,CO (970) 761-2467 steamboatwhiskeyco.com Besame 818 Lincoln Avenue Steamboat Springs,CO (970) 761-5681 besamesteamboat.com Mambo 521 Lincoln Ave Steamboat Springs,CO (970) 879-9500 mambos.com For more restaurant information: www.mountaintownmagazine.com

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breckenridgeyogafest.com Meta Yoga Studios, in partnership with Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center will host the first ever Breckenridge Yoga Festival for the ultimate Rocky Mountain yoga retreat.

Breck Yoga Fest will take place at Beaver Run over Labor Day Weekend | Saturday, August 31 to Sunday, September 1 | and will feature a roster of yoga classes for attendees of all experience levels.

Classes will be held both indoor and out, and will incorporate a variety of experiences including AcroYoga, mediation, sound healing, Yoga Nidra, restorative yoga, handstand workshops, slackline yoga, SUP yoga, hiking, mountain biking, lectures, and more.

A lineup of experienced local, Coloradobased, national and international yoga instructors will lead the event’s sessions, which will incorporate mountain elements, live music and education.

Event ticket packages are on sale now at breckenridgeyogafest. com

14erfest.org 14er Fest is back with another adventurous trail festival for both motorized and nonmotorized trail users! Hike, Off-Road, Mountain Bike, Trail Run and Fly Fish with top outdoor brands, industry leaders, and local experts. Trail Excursions, Clinics, Vendors, Live Music, Festival Camping, Demos, Libations, & More! 14er Fest’s home base will take place in downtown Buena Vista, Colorado. Trail events will take place on trails near BV. 14er Fest is presented by The Trailhead and Colorado Off Road Enterprise – CORE. The Trailhead is Buena Vista’s locally owned and operated outdoor retailer, and CORE is a motorized action group based out of Buena Vista. We are a mix of both motorized and nonmotorized trail users who have teamed up to bring you 14er Fest – a celebration of fall in the Rocky Mountains.

T H I N K! Original Thinkers

originalthinkers.com After hosting a smashing line-up in its inaugural year, Original Thinkers is gearing up for the second annual Art/Ideas/Film Festival in Telluride, CO. Save the date: October 3-6, 2019. Original Thinkers is a new festival of art, ideas, and documentaries that will create change by bringing together a rad collective of creators, innovators and most of all, doers. Each highly curated show features riveting speakers, unforgettable films, mind-expanding art and performance providing a multi-dimensional look at these individual big ideas. Hear stories, share stories and bring new thoughts and awareness to your life through this gathering.

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Colorado Mountain Fest

cmc.org Head to Golden Saturday, September 28 – Sunday, September 29, 2019 and the American Mountaineering Center at 710 10th Street. The Colorado Mountain Fest in Golden is a premier mountain festival bringing together outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, ability levels, and interest areas for a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend of multi-sport adventuring, educational programming, and a celebration of the mountain lifestyle.

The event features a variety of sports clinics, gear demos, schwag, entertainment, as well as local food, and libations. There will be a full vendor village, music, beer garden, and interactive games to enjoy. The beer garden will be fueled with beverages from Odell Brewing Company. Colorado Mountain Fest also provides attendees the opportunity to learn and build the skills to reach their next outdoor adventure goal.

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DOWNHILLING POWDERHORN When the Powderhorn Bike Park on Colorado’s Grand Mesa opened in 2015, it was not exactly what anyone would call family-friendly.

During its inaugural season, the park earned a reputation for hard-core, rowdy riding on just two trails — intermediate Blue Ribbon and Pinball, a black trail with a highly technical upper section that many, including professional riders, classify as double-black.

This changed in 2018 when the resort opened Mutton Buster, a beginner trail that winds downhill for four miles, dropping over 1600’ in elevation at a forgiving and meandering pace.

“While our original trails appealed to core, experienced riders, we saw an incredible shift when we opened Mutton Buster,” explains Powderhorn’s Ryan Robinson.

“We now see a ton of families and less-experienced downhill riders. These riders have pretty much become an equal demographic to the core riders. It’s been incredible to see.”

For 2019, beginner riders and families will have even more choices, with a new top-to-bottom beginner trail and a new top-to-bottom intermediate trail.

The resort is also building a base area pump track and a beginner cross-country loop at the top of the mountain, making Powderhorn a prime destination for families, and anyone else, interested in trying downhill biking.

Why Downhill Biking is Different

It’s tempting to think of downhill biking as mountain biking without the climbs. Yet, both the trails, which feature banked curves, obstacles like jumps, rocks, roots and ladders, and the bikes, are unique to this sport.

Here’s what you need to know.

1. Downhill biking really is downhill. It’s a lift-served, gravity-driven sport that is surprisingly physical, despite eliminating the uphill climb. Riding the lift to the top of the mountain isn’t just a way to save energy or wimp out. If you’re riding a downhill specific bike, it’s almost a necessity.

2. Downhill bikes are different from other mountain bikes. These bikes are designed to go downhill with agility, power and stability. They are not built to be pedaled uphill.

To keep the bike steady at high speeds and on steep trail, downhill bikes are heavier with additional suspension to smooth out bigger jumps and drops. Even the brakes and gearing on a downhill bike are different.

What’s most noticeable however, is that the seat on a downhill bike is usually positioned as low as possible.

This is because downhill riders stand on the pedals while balancing and shifting their weight, with gravity providing momentum.

3. Downhill riders, of all abilities, wear full face helmets and pads. Downhill biking is no more dangerous than any other type of biking, but the speeds and distance gained off of obstacles is greater. This means if you fall, you might fall harder.

Tips for Success

Birgit Morris grew up in the Grand Valley and graduated from Palisade High School in 2017. She started mountain biking with her dad when she was about eight years old and her first downhill biking experience was at Powderhorn in 2015.

She’s now a national champion collegiate mountain biker who competes in four disciplines: cross-country, short track, dual slalom and downhill.

Morris especially enjoys downhill. “I love the thrill, the adrenalin, the aspect of taking risks and not knowing what is around the next corner. With downhill, you never know what to expect.”

Here are her tips for getting started, enjoying the sport and staying safe.

1. Start slow. Morris suggests starting easy and progressively building from green to blue to black trails.

2. Follow riders who are better than you are. Morris grew up following her father on mountain bike trails and thinks it’s a good way to learn. She suggests observing the lines other riders take, their style, their technique and how they shift their weight. Try to improve by matching their movements.

3. Don’t go too big. The snowsports world has a terrain park mantra that is equally applicable to downhill biking: pre-ride, re-ride, free ride. Whenever you ride a new trail, start slow and scope out the trail. On the next ride, pick up the pace with caution. Finally, on the third ride, boost it up.

4. Have fun! While Morris admits that she feels “a little bit scared” when riding downhill, she believes the fear adds to the challenge which adds to the fun. When starting out, make sure the fun outweighs the fear.

Follow these additional tips to help build the fun from one run to the next: Rent a downhill bike and pads. Ask for tips or take a lesson. Ride with friends who will help you. Go at your own pace and walk if you feel uncomfortable. Stop when you need a rest. Take snack and water breaks. Enjoy the views and the cool mountain air.

Downhill Biking at Powderhorn

The Powderhorn Bike Park has five top-to-botton trails covering 1650 vertical feet, served by a high-speed quad chairlift. The Park is open to all ages and abilities.

Rental bikes and body armor are available.

In addition to rental gear, Powderhorn offers downhill mountain biking lessons and clinics. Two-hour beginner lessons, including a bike, lift ticket and all protective gear, are $49. Reservations are recommended.

Depending upon snowmelt and weather, the Powderhorn Bike Park is open Fridays and weekends from mid-June through mid-September.

In addition to the bike park, Powderhorn offers scenic chairlift rides, hiking and free parking lot camping on summer weekends.

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events calendar SUMMER/FALL 2019 AUGUST August 1, 2019 Breckenridge Main Street Art Festival, Village at Breckenridge The 18th Annual Breckenridge Main Street Art Festival has been ranked as high as #23 in Sunshine Artist’s top 200 fine art festivals in 2017!!! This established show will feature 100 artists from around the country.

Artists will present ceramics, mixed media, fiber, jewelry, painting, wood, glass, sculpture and much more! You won’t want to miss this fabulous summer weekend of art and mountain ambiance.

August 1, 2019 Snowmass Free Concert Series, Aspen/Snowmass events/ August 1, 2019 Beaver Creek Rodeo, Beaver Creek August 1, 2019 Carbondale Wild West, Carbondale

August 2, 2019 Fridays on the Mall, Aspen/ Snowmass August 2, 2019 First Friday “Rally Palooza” Carbondale August 2 – 4, 2019 Leadville Boom Days, Leadville August 2, 2019 Hamill House Summer Series, Georgetown August 3 – 4, 2019 Spartan Snowmass,, Aspen/ Snowmass August 3 – 4. 2019 Beaver Creek Art Festival!

Beaver Creek/Avon August 3, 2019 Dillon Amphitheater AEG presents Lake Street Dive, Dillon

exercise (running or walking), contests, a great silent auction, doggie pools and misting tents, doggie yoga and live music with Randall McKinnon.

August 3, 2019 Hemp and Hops, Grand Junction August 3 – 11, 2018 Delta County Fair. Hotchkiss August 3, 2019 SK84N8: 8th Annual Nate Soules Memorial Skateboard Comp and Community Celebration, Mountain Village Telluride August 3 – 5, 2018 West Elks Wine Trail, Paonia/ Hotchkiss August 3, 2019 La Sportiva Trail Running Series Vail Hillclimb, Vail August 4, 2019 Movies on the Water: Dumb and Dumber, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater

August 3 – 31, 2019 Durango Brew Train, Durango

August 4 – 6. 2019 Mushroom & Wild Food Festival, Eagle

August 1, 2019 ShowDown Town, Edwards

August 3, 2019 Half of the Rockies, Estes Park

August 4, 1029 Yoga in the Park, Eagle

August 1. 2019 Rocky Mountain Overland Rally, Gunnison

August 3 & 4, 2019 Sheep Mountain Endurance Runs, Fairplay

August 1, 2019 Pickin’ in the Park, Paonia

August 3, 2019 29th Annual L.A.P.S. Canine 4K, Frisco For the 29th year, League for Animals & People of the Summit (L.A.P.S.) is bringing their annual Canine 4k to the streets of Frisco for a day filled with dogs,

August 1, 2019 Town Free Concert Series, Eagle

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August 5. 2019 First Friday ArtWalk & Music, Gunnison Arts Center August 5 – 11, 2019 46th Annual Chamber Music Festival, Telluride August 6, 2019 Farm to Table Tuesdays, Aspen/Snowmass

August 7, 2019 Snowmass Rodeo, Aspen/ Snowmass com/events/ August 7, 2019 Dancing in the Park, Avon Presented by the Vail Dance Performance Pavilion August 7, 2019 Women & Wine on the Water, Dillon Hop aboard one of these amazing “women only” tours across Lake Dillon. www. townofdillon.com/marina/ August 7, 2019 Free Friday Night Concert, Dillon Featuring the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, Dillon Amphitheater August 7, 2019 True West Rodeo, Durango August 7, 2019 Summer of Music, Glenwood Springs August 7 – 11, 2019 Kids Adventure Games Vail August 8, 2019 Snowmass Free Concert Series, Aspen/Snowmass August 8 - 11, 2019 Wine & Spirits Festival, Beaver Creek August 8, 2019 Beaver Creek Rodeo, Beaver Creek August 8 – 11, 2019 Summit Seniors Rummage Sale, Breckenridge August 8 – 11, ,2019 Contin-tail Rock & Mineral Show, Buena Vista

August 8, 2019 Carbondale Wild West, Carbondale

August 10, 2019 Star Parties at Heck’s Patio, Devil’s Thumb Ranch

August 8, 2019 Town Free Concert Series, Eagle

August 10 – 11, 2019 Adventure Van Expo, Dillon The Adventure Van Expo is a consumer show free to the public. It’s all about adventure vans, adventure vehicles, accessories, gear, talks/activities, a little food, a little beer and a lot of fun.

August 8, 2019 ShowDown Town, Edwards August 8, 2019 Pickin’ in the Park, Paonia August 8, 2016 High-Note Thursdays, Winter Park

August 10, 2019 Free Saturday Night Concert: Ruthie Foster, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater

August 9, 2019 Fridays on the Mall, Aspen/ Snowmass

August 10 & 11, 2019 Living History Days, Fairplay

August 9 – 18, 2019 Breckenridge International Festival of Arts, Breckenridge Presented by Breckenridge Creative Arts, The Breckenridge International Festival of Arts, is a 10-day program of extraordinary events in spectacular places and spaces across Breckenridge.

Inspired by themes of environment and mountain culture, the multi-arts festival brings together an eclectic mix of music, dance, film, visual arts and family entertainment.

August 9 – 11, ,2019 River on the River – Camping, Rafting, and Music Festival, Buena Vista August 9 – 11, 2019 Compassion Fest, Carbondale August 9 – 11, 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival, Telluride August 10-11, 2019 Telluride Chamber Music Festival, Mountain Village Telluride August 10, 2019 Gold Rush Days, Buena Vista

August 10 – 11, 2019 13th Annual Main Street to the Rockies Art Festival, Frisco This fine art show attracts over 80 national and regional artists who display their quality art on several blocks of Frisco’s Main Street.

August 10, 2019 Run the Rockies Trail Races, Frisco The Run the Rockies Trail 10k and Half Marathon will lead runners through the Frisco Peninsula trails with breathtaking views of Lake Dillon and the Ten Mile Range.

August 10. 2019 Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon, Georgetown August 10 – 11, 2018 Farm to Fiddle Festival, Hotchkiss August 11, 2019 Yoga in the Park, Eagle August 12 -17, 2019 Live Longer Wellness Retreat, Mountain Village Telluride

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events calendar August 13, 2019 Audi Power of Four Trail Run, Aspen/Snowmass

August 16, 2019 Fridays on the Mall, Aspen/ Snowmass

August 20, 2019 Wild Mushrooms: Forage to Feast, Telluride

August 13 – 17, 2019 2019 TransRockies Run, Buena Vista to Beaver Creek

August 16, 2019 The Hoot, Carbondale

August 21, 2019 Women & Wine on the Water, Dillon Hop aboard one of these amazing “women only” tours across Lake Dillon. Grab a girlfriend, a group of girlfriends or come alone! You’re bound to leave with new friends and many wonderful memories!

August 14, 2019 Snowmass Rodeo, Snowmass August 14, 2019 True West Rodeo, Durango August 15, 2019 Snowmass Free Concert Series, Snowmass

August 16. 2019 Grits, Guts & Gals, Gunnison August 16 – 18, 2019 Outerbike 2019, Gunnison

August 15, 2019 Beaver Creek Rodeo, Beaver Creek

August 16 – 18, 2019 Car Show Cruise In, Gunnison

August 15, 2019 Carbondale Wild West, Carbondale

August 17, 2019 Audi Power of Four Mountain Bike race, Aspen/Snowmass

August 15, 2019 Town Free Concert Series, Eagle

August 17, 2019 The B-52’s, Dillon The B-52s are coming to the Dillon Amphitheater this summer!

August 15, 2019 ShowDown Town, Edwards August 15 – 18, 2019 Palisade Peach Festival in the Park, Palisade August 15, 2019 Pickin’ in the Park, Paonia August 15 – 18, 2019 39th Annual Mushroom Festival, Telluride August 15 – 18, 2019 Telluride Reserve Festival, Telluride August 15 – 18, 2019 16th Vail Film Festival, Vail August 15, 2016 High-Note Thursdays, Winter Park

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August 16, 2019 Free Friday Night Concert: Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers, Dillon Amphitheater

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August 17, 2019 39th Annual Ed Snell 10k Walk/Run from Fairplay to Alma, Fairplay August 17, 2019 High Octane Arts & Crafts Festival, Gunnison August 17 – 18, 2019 VIDA MTB Series Women’s Skills Clinic, Aspen/ Snowmass August 18, 2019 Movies on the Water: The Big Lebowski, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater August 18 2019 “Our Town – One Table” – Downtown Community Potluck, Carbondale

August 21, 2019 True West Rodeo, Durango August 22, 2019 Snowmass Free Concert Series, Aspen/Snowmass September 22, 2019 Hike, Wine & Dine, Beaver Creek August 22, 2019 Carbondale Wild West, Carbondale August 22, 2019 “Cowboy Up” Dance & BBQ, Carbondale Join us at Cowboy Up Carbondale, August 22, 2019 Snowmass Free Concert Series, Aspen/Snowmass August 22, 2016 High-Note Thursdays, Winter Park August 23, 2019 Fridays on the Mall, Aspen/ Snowmass August 23 – 25, 2019 Breckenridge Hogfest: Bacon & Bourbon. Breckenridge Bacon is the most loved food in the universe and route to all things swine and divine. Add the quintessential American liquor, bourbon; mind blown. These indulgences come together for Hogfest: Bacon & Bourbon.

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events calendar August 23. 2019 Experiential Tours: Wine, Charcuterie and French Cheeses, Georgetown August 23, 2019 TGIFairplay Free Concert Series on Front Street, Fairplay August 23, 2019 Fruita Fourth Friday, Fruita August 23 – 25, 2019 Salida Jazz Fest, Salida August 24 – 25, 2019 King Boletus Mushroom Festival, Buena Vista August 24, 2019 San Juan Brewfest 2019, Durango August 24, 2019 Thirsty 13 Half Marathon, Durango August 24 – 25, 2109 Railroad Days at the Georgetown August 24, 2019 Lake City Alpine 50, Lake City An approximately 50 mile race August 25, 2019 Movies on the Water: Coming to American, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater August 25, 1029 Yoga in the Park, Eagle August 28, 2019 True West Rodeo, Durango August 29, 2019 Carbondale Wild West, Carbondale August 30- September 1, 2019 Oktoberfest, Beaver Creek

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August 30, 2019 Free Friday Night Concert: John Popper and Brothers Keeper, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater August 30 – September1, 2019 OHV Rally & Festival, Lake City August 30 – Sept 1, 2019 Four Corners Folk Festival, Pagosa Springs August 30 – Sept 2, 2019 Telluride Film Festival, Telluride August 30 - Sept 2, 2019 Gourmet on the Gore, Vail August 30 – Sept 1, 2019 Trestle Gravity Series Weekend 2, Winter Park August 30 – Sept 1, 2019 Wild West Whiskey Fest, Winter Park August 31 - Sept 1, 2019 Breckenridge Yoga Festival Meta Yoga Studios, the oldest dedicated yoga studio in Summit County, has teamed up with Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center to host the Breckenridge Yoga Festival. All events will take place in and around Beaver Run where you will practice with incredible views from the Coppertop Meeting Rooms, Imperial Ballroom, Coppertop Deck and the Slopeside Lawn.

August 31 – Sept 1, 2019 JAS Labor Day Experience, Aspen/Snowmass

August 31 – Sept 1, 2019 JAS Labor Day Experience, Aspen/Snowmass August 31 – Sept 2, 2019 Gathering at the Great Divide Arts Festival, Breckenridge The 44th Annual Gathering at the Great Divide Art Festival has been ranked as high as #13 in the top 200 of fine art shows in the United States by Sunshine Artist Magazine in 2017. The tradition continues over Labor Day Weekend and will feature over 100 artists with a wide range of mediums including photography, wood, glass, jewelry and pottery just to name a few. Located on Main Street at Wellington, this show is a highlight of Labor Day festivities in Breckenridge.

SEPTEMBER September 1, 2019 Pop Up Concerts, Avon September 1, 1029 Yoga in the Park, Eagle September 1, 2019 3rd Annual Gold Rush Duck Race, Georgetown September 1, 2019 Rocky Mountain Bull Bash, Steamboat Springs September 3 – 7, 2019 10th Annual South Park Plein Air Arts Celebration, Fairplay

August 31, 2019 Salida Wine Fest, Salida

September 4, 2019 Women & Wine on the Water, Dillon Hop aboard one of these amazing “women only” tours across Lake Dillon. Grab a girlfriend, a group of girlfriends or come alone! You’re bound to leave with new friends and many wonderful memories!

August 31 – Sept 1, 2019 Seven Peaks Music Festival, Buena Vista

September 4, 2019 Snowmass Wine Festival, Aspen/Snowmass

August 31 – Sept 2, 2019 Labor Day Weekend, Breckenridge

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events calendar September 5, 2019 Telluride Art Walk, Telluride

September 7, 2019 Homestead Day, Buena Vista

September 6 – 8, 2019 Snowmass Balloon Festival, Aspen/Snowmass

September 7 – 8, 2019 Roaring Fork Ranch Roping, Carbondale

September 6 – 8, 2019 Oktoberfest, Breckenridge

September 7, 2019 Free Friday Night Concert: Carolyn Wonderland, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater

September 6, 2019 First Friday “Creative District Art Walk”, Carbondale September 6 – 7, 2019 Imogene Pass Run, Telluride September 6 – 8, 2019 Oktoberfest, Vail September 6 – 8, 2019 Vail Automotive Classic, Vail September 7, 2019 Buena Vista Apple Fest

September 7 – 8, 2019 Railroad Days at the Georgetown Loop Railroad, Georgetown September 7, 2019 21st Annual Mt Crested Butte Chili and Beer Festival, Mt Crested Butte Resort September 7 – 8, 2019 Salida Fiber Arts Festival, Salida

September 7 – 8, 2019 WholeExpo, Durango

September 7, 2019 Cidermass, Aspen/Snowmass

September 7, 2019 Fall Fest, Frisco Frisco’s Best Restaurants Under One Tasting Tent!

Frisco’s Fall Fest is back again this year with Flavor’s of Frisco.

Local restaurants will serve up their signature dishes in small plate portions under one tent on Frisco’s picturesque Main Street from 11:00am to 5:00pm. German Beer, Art & More

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6/25 Billy Jeter 7/2 Alan Ray & the Coconut Telegraph

6/27 The Wailers

40 oz. to Freedom opener

6/29 Paradise Kitty

(Jimmy Buffett Tribute)

(Guns N' Roses Tribute)

7/9 Lizzy Plotkin Quartet 7/16 Left Arm Tan 7/23 Storm Pass 7/30 Hot Texas Swing Band 8/6 Jerry’s Kids

7/7 Los Lobos 7/11 Extra Gold Cattlemens Days 7/18 Suzy Bogguss 7/25 Cash’d Out (Johnny Cash Tribute)

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8/13 Annie Mack 8/20 Kids of the Gunnison Valley

events calendar September 8, 2019 Summer Park Concert Series, Carbondale September 8, 2019 Feast on the Creek, Idaho Springs September 9, 2019 Cyclocross Race, Eagle September 10 – 15, 2019 Sheep Dog Finals, Carbondale September 12 – 15, 2019 Breckenridge Wine Classic, Breckenridge September 12 – 15, 2019 No Man’s Land Film Festival, Carbondale September 12 – 15, 2019 Salida BikeFest, Salida

September 13, 2019 Free Friday Night Concert: Kizumba, Dillon Dillon Amphitheater September 13 – 15, 2019 2019 Blues & Brews, Telluride September 13 – 15, 2019 Oktoberfest, Vail September 14, 2019 Annual Fall Ride, Crested Butte September 14, 2019 Applefest Homestead Days Buena Vista September 14, 2019 Oktoberfest Celebration at South Park Brewing, Fairplay September 14, 2019 Kokopelli 100, Fruita

September 14, 2019 Monarch Crest Crank, Salida September 15, 2019 Fall Local’s Party – Boats, Bloodies and Brunch, Frisco Frisco will host the 4th Annual Fall Local’s Party and Brunch at the Frisco Bay Marina on Sunday, September 15 from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Bike to the Marina and come celebrate the end of another great summer with a community Sunday brunch!

September 15, 2019 Revolution Enduro – Jr. Enduro Hartman Rocks, Gunnison September 15, 2019 Banana Belt Mountain Bike, Salida September 17 – 21, 2019 OHV Color Tour Off Road Tour, Buena Vista

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events calendar September 17 –20, 2019 Big Mountain Enduro, Aspen/ Snowmass September 18 – 22, 2019 Breckenridge Film Festival, Breckenridge The Breck Film Fest delivers compelling film experiences yearround as the Summit Film Society and through an annual festival. Held in September, the festival celebrates the art of film-making with a diverse selection of filmmakers gathered from around the globe to engage and inspire with their unique storytelling.

Add in 90+ independent films and premieres, plus forums and parties amidst the fall colors in the Colorado Rockies, and it’s no wonder that USA Today named the Breckenridge Film Festival as one of the Top 20 Film Festivals in the United States. https://www.gobreck.com/event/ breckenridge-film-festival/ September 18 – 20, 2019 The Zen Project, Eagle

Every race course has an amazing view!

Awesome after race party at the finish line that includes pasta & salad bar, home baked goodies, live music, and a bottle of water as you cross the finish line.

September 21 – 22, 2019 Western Slope Pickleball Tournament, Carbondale September 21, 2019 Carbondale Clay Center Annual Fundraiser, Carbondale September 21 – 22, 2019 National Interscholastic Cycling Association, Aspen/Snowmass September 22, 2019 Monarch Crest Crank, Salida September 26 – 29, 2019 Crested Butte Film Festival, Crested Butte

September 18, 2019 Women & Wine on the Water, Dillon Hop aboard one of these amazing “women only” tours across Lake Dillon. Grab a girlfriend, a group of girlfriends or come alone!

You’re bound to leave with new friends and many wonderful memories!

September 26 – 29 2019 Mountain Harvest Festival, Paonia

Sept 19 – 22, 2019 28th Colorado Mountain Winefest and Festival in Park, Palisade

September 27 – 29, 2019 Strings, Ciders & Sours, Breckenridge Cider is becoming the most loved beverage in the universe and the route to all things magnificent.

We aren’t missing a beat! Add quintessential American Bluegrass, delicious food pairings, a Sours Garden and gorgeous views; you have an irresistible recipe for magic.

These indulgences come together for Breckenridge Strings, Ciders & Sours the weekend of September 27-29, 2019.

Cider and wild ale lovers will be able to taste their way through a spectrum of samples while enjoying live music and mixology below Peak Nine.

Guests will receive a commemorative tasting glass, access to entertainment

September 20 – 21, 2019 Mountains to Desert Ride, Telluride September 21 – 22, 2019 National Interscholastic Cycling Association, Snowmass September 21, 2019 Autumn Color Run, Buena Vista The Autumn Color Run is Colorado’s premier half marathon. Held each year on the third weekend in September as the aspen leaves are changing from green to gold. Some of the things that make the autumn color run great: 84

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September 26 – 29, 2019 Festival of Cars and Colors, Telluride September 27, 2019 Fruita Fourth Friday, Fruita

and festival activities, and a chance to taste their way through an assortment of ciders and sours flavors. We know that you will be hooked and will keep coming back for more. Oh goodness.

Is it September yet?

September 27 – 28,2019 Dynamite Days Festival, Idaho Springs September 27 – 29, 2019 Salida Heritage Days, Salida September 27 – 29, 2019 Vail Outlier Festival, Vail September 27 – October 6, 2019 Vail-Beaver Creel Restaurant Week, Vail/Beaver Creek September 27 – 29, 2019 14er Fest, Buena Vista 14er Fest is a multi-sport mountain festival, featuring Off-Roading, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Fly Fishing, and Trail Running in Buena Vista, Colorado. Join us for trail events, clinics, festival camping, live music, local libations and amazing vendors, September 27th – September 29th.

At the heart of the festival you’ll find that 14er Fest seeks to join together a wide variety of trail users. Our vision is to create a platform where all trail groups can recreate together and work together to keep trails open and maintained.

14er Fest is presented by The Trailhead and Colorado Off Road Enterprise – CORE. The Trailhead is Buena Vista’s locally owned and operated outdoor retailer, and CORE is a motorized action group based out of Buena Vista. We are a mix of both motorized and non-motorized trail users who have teamed up to bring you 14er Fest – a celebration of fall in the Rocky Mountains.

Our team’s inspiration comes from the amazing 14,000 foot peaks that surround Buena Vista, Colorado. Our county has the highest concentration of 14ers in all of Colorado and in all of the United States. These peaks coupled with the Arkansas River that flows right through downtown BV have inspired us to create a festival that supports the incredible environment where we live, work and

BRECK FILM FEST 2019 100+ Films. 1 Weekend.

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events calendar September 28, 2019 Durango Brew Train, Durango

Join us this summer in Breckenridge

September 28, 2019 16th Annual Tenderfoot Stomp, Salida September 28 – 29, 2019 Studio Tour, Salida You are invited into our studios on September 28th and 29th, 2019. Enjoy the Fall foliage and visit 32 artists in their natural habits. The studios are all located within 15 miles of historic downtown Salida, Colorado. Tour brochures will be available in mid 2019. Check back here or get one from a participating artist. Our website is currently being updated with images of our 2019 artist’s work.

Our tour started in 2009 and was a biannual event until 2017. The Tour is now an annual event with more studios than ever before. Preview and purchase art at our group show at Pinon Real Estate Group’s amazing F Street office in downtown Salida. The 2018 group show will run from September through December. Please visit our Advertisers tab to find places to eat, drink, shop, and stay all year long. We look forward to welcoming you.

Main Street Station and The Village at Breckenridge are hosting these three world class festivals, VIP Tastings, along with weekly events and activities all year long.

September 28 – 29, 2019 CU in Snowmass, Aspen/Snowmass

July 26th–28th, 2019

Sundays, June 16th - Sept 1st, 2019

September 28,2019 Golden Leaf Half Marathon, Aspen/Snowmass September 28 – 29, 2019 CU in Snowmass, Aspen/Snowmass September 29, 2019 14er Fest Sleeping Indian Hill Climb, Buena Vista

August 23rd–25th, 2019

September 30 – October 6, 2019 Vail-Beaver Creel Restaurant Week, Vail/ Beaver Creek

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September 27th–29th, 2019

October 3, 2019 Telluride Art Walk, Telluride

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October 3-6, 2019 Original Thinkers, Mountain Village Telluride October 5 – 6, 2019 Colorado HS Cycling League Haymaker, Eagle October 6, 2019 Octoberfest, Lake City

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events calendar October 11-13, 2019 Telluride Horror Festival October 12 – 13, 2018 Man of the Cliff, Avon October 18 – 20, 2019 Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival, Breckenridge

Join us for the 10th annual Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival featuring small-batch distillers, artisan spirit seminars, a spirited cooking class, scavenger hunt, fine local cuisine and of course, plenty of sampling. Meet the distillers and taste the creations of 40 distillers Saturday night at the Still on the Hill Grand Tasting October 25, 2018 Vail premiere of Far Out, presented by REI, Vail Mountain School

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GREAT ACTIVITIES BRECKENRIDGE

THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND JOIN US FOR THE FIRST EVER BRECKENRIDGE YOGA FEST! Beaver Run will be partnering with Meta Yoga to host an array of classes, events and specials on property. Release your inner yogi with a magnificent mountain backdrop!

Reserve your lodging now for an exclusive event rate from $115/night.

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