Colorado Outdoor Adventures 2016

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Table of Contents Welcome to the Festival Page 9

Whitewater Schedule of Events Page 11-12

Whitewater Event Breakdown Page 13-20

Brandon Hopper / Daily Record

Competitors at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

Whitewater Adventure Events Page 21

Whitewater Yoga Events Page 22

Music Lineup Page 26-30

Calendar of Events

Page 39, 42, 44, 50

* Cover photo by Sarah R. Herbert

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Competitors at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

Thank You for supporting the 2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival

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2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival

Santiago Canala at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival at Centennial Park.

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A party you don’t want to miss ...

W elcome to the 2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in Cañon City. The eighth annual event promises to be the biggest and best yet with more Boats, Bands, and Beer. The RGWF will take place at Centennial Park, or for you locals, “Duck Park.” We have increased the number of events to more than 20 this year and continue to add vendors.

In 2001, an idea was hatched to create a Build Your Own Boat Race and community event in the summer to celebrate the Arkansas River. Through the years the race expanded, 2009 the RGWF was formed to help establish a Whitewater Park in Cañon City. This festival was developed through the Cañon City Area Recreation and Park District, the Cañon City Whitewater Kayak and Recreation Park Committee and the Fremont Community Foundation as a fundraiser for the continued expansion of the Whitewater Park, and contributions to Recreation District programs and FCF’s charitable causes. Fremont Adventure Recreation, or FAR, is the fourth partner and they bring their event expertise to the RGWF and very entertaining competitions. All of the money raised at the RGWF goes back to the community.

The festival area includes the north banks of the river between the pedestrian bridge and Fourth Street, the Pedestrian Bridge over the Arkansas River and the south bank of the river. While watching the events enjoy a beer, or any non-alcoholic beverage you prefer, and great food from our vendor’s right along the Whitewater Park. We will offer a Kids Fun Zone once again thanks to River Val-

ley Bounce Houses. There are two entertainment stages, the River Stage between the river and Duck Pond and the Main Stage on the southeast corner of Centennial Park.

In all, seven different musical acts will perform during this two-day event.

With many events to choose from, there is an opportunity for just about everyone to participate and have a good time. The events are designed so both beginners and those with experience may participate. In some situations, we will provide all of the equipment you will need.

It is fun to watch the events, but participating in the events will create a lifetime of memories. In this guide, you will find information on all events, and you may visit www.royalgorgewhitewaterfestival.com. We have many different vendors at the festival ranging from whitewater and outdoor gear to jewelry. If you are hungry, we have a great selection of food vendors to choose from, and yes, we have vegetarian items, as well. There is something for everyone at the RGWF. We will have an auction the evening of the 25th this year and a mountain bike from Rocky Mountain Coors distributing, items from Royal Gorge Anglers, a tarp from Dragon Fly Tarps and many other items to be announced on our website.

Please join us for the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in beautiful Cañon City on June 24-25. It will be a party you won’t want to miss.

— Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival Committee

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FESTIVAL INFORMATION Brandon Hopper / Daily Record

Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival

Schedule of events FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016 3 p.m.

Festival opens at Centennial Park (Beer Garden/Food & Merchandise Vendors/ Fun Zone/Registration Tent) 3 p.m.

“Ka’imi Hanano’eau” performs on the River Stage 3 p.m.

Demonstrations and exhibitions in Cañon City Whitewater Park 4 p.m.

River Board Freestyle @ Cañon City Whitewater Park 4:30 p.m.

Emmy Lou’s Café Inner Tube Races begin @ Centennial Park 5:30 p.m.

Pikes Peak Outfitter Expression Session @ Cañon City Whitewater Park 5:30 p.m.

Bank of the San Juans Community Raft Race Guide Auction at Main Stage

5:45 p.m.

“Eric Tessmer” performs on the River Stage 6 p.m.

Cruiser Bike Ride at Centennial Park 6:15 p.m.

Keller Williams Performance Realty Kayak Downriver Race begins in Parkdale @ AAE Beach 6:20 p.m.

Whitewater Bar & Grill Pro Raft Race begins in Parkdale @ AAE Beach 6:30 p.m.

Bank of the San Juans Community Raft Race begins @ Pink House 7 p.m.

R-2 Rafting Challenge @ Centennial Park Boat Ramp 8:15 p.m.

Awards for Events on Centennial Park Stage 8:30 p.m.

“Judd Hoos” performs on the Main Stage 11:15 p.m.

Festival closes for the night

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FESTIVAL INFORMATION

SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2016 7:30 a.m.

Morning Yoga with River Lotus Yoga at Veteran’s Park 9 a.m.

Festival opens at Centennial Park ((Beer Garden/Food & Merchandise Vendors/ Fun Zone/Registration Tent) 10 a.m.

Royal Gorge Anglers Fly Casting Competition @ Centennial Park 10 a.m.

Cripple Creek Victor Gold Mine Kayak Boater X @ Cañon City Whitewater Park 11 a.m.

KRLN/StarCountry WAR begins @ Centennial Park 11 a.m.

Emmy Lou’s Café Inner Tube Races begin @ Centennial Park Noon Royal Gorge Bridge and Park Youth WAR begins @ Centennial Park Noon “Irie Still” performs on the Main Stage Noon Underwater Connection SUP Cross @ 1st Street Bridge Noon Holcim Pixie Bike races @ Centennial Park Noon “Ka’imi Hanano’eau” performs on the River Stage 1 p.m.

Echo Canyon River Expeditions R-2 Raft Head to Head Races @ 1st Street Bridge

2 p.m.

Black Hills Energy Duckie Dash begins @ Centennial Park Boat Ramp 2:45 p.m.

“Adam Ashley” performs on the River Stage 3:15 p.m.

Yoga with River Lotus Yoga @ the Main Stage 3:30 p.m.

Hyside R-2 Raft Cross @ Centennial Park Boat Ramp 5:15 p.m.

High Country Bank ByOB Race Begins @ Green Gate on Riverside Drive 6:15 p.m.

“Kinsey Sadler” performs on Main Stage 6:15 p.m.

Raft Masters Raft Rodeo @ Cañon City Whitewater Park 7:30 p.m.

Holcim Pixie Bike Race Finals @ Centennial Park 8 p.m.

Live Auction @ Main Stage 8:30 p.m.

“Wrestle With Jimmy” performs on Main Stage 11:15 p.m.

Festival closes at Centennial Park ***Inner Tube Races will be available throughout the day Friday and Saturday***

Joe Ashton at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

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EVENT INFORMATION

Competitors at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

Brandon Hopper / Daily Record

2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Events

Event Breakdown FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016

River Board Rodeo

Date: Friday, June 24, 2016 Start Time: 4 p.m.

Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 3 p.m. the day of Check-in: At Registration Tent by 3:30 p.m.

Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $20 by June 19, $25 from June 20 until the event Description: This event will be Friday during the Festival starting at 4 p.m. and is open for all skill levels. This event will be about who can throw the best tricks for the crowd at the Whitewater Park. The competitor with the best tricks and the loudest cheers from the crowd will be declared the winner. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top participants; all participants will receive a T-Shirt.

Pikes Peak Outfitter Expression Session

Date: Friday, June 24, 2016 Start Time: 5:30 p.m.

Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park (Arkansas River by the Fourth Street Bridge) Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 4 p.m.

Friday Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent by 4:45 p.m.

Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $10 per entry Description: This is an opportunity to show you know what freestyle is all about. This event allows kayakers, Stand-Up Paddlers, boogie

boarders, rafters, and those who like to duckie to all compete in a freestyle competition at the Cañon City Whitewater Park. The winner will be the one simply having the best time in the feature. You could even be in costume. This is more than just throwing tricks in the feature, it is about showing your personality and being a positive force in the Arkansas River. Prizes, possibly cash, will be awarded to the top placers. You may get a complete list of rules online.

Keller Williams Performance Realty Downriver Kayak Race

Date: Friday June 24, 2016 Start Time: 6:15 p.m.

Start Location: AAE Beach (Parkdale) End Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park (Arkansas River by the Fourth Street Bridge) Registration: Online, at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 5 p.m.

Check-in: AAE Beach by 5:45 p.m.

Race Distance: 10 Miles Qualifications: Must have experience in high water Cost: $25 by June 19, $30 from June 20 until event Classes: River Boat & Creek/Play Boat Divisions: Both men’s and women’s Junior (14-18), Open (19-49), Masters (50 & older) Description: This downriver race will begin at Pink House on Friday, June 24, at 6:15 p.m. and run through Cañon City. At our current levels this will be a challenging and fun race for any competitor. There will be several drops and a fast moving current. Prizes, including cash, will be awarded for the top placers and each participant will receive a T-Shirt.

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Date: Friday June 24, 2016 Start Time: 6:20 p.m.

Start Location: AAE Beach (Parkdale) End Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park (Arkansas River by the Fourth Street Bridge) Registration: Online, at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 5 p.m.

Check-in: AAE Beach by 6 p.m.

Race Distance: 10 Miles depending on course, but only 5 of it is at race pace Qualifications: Must have experience in high water, 18 years and older Number of Participants: Six per boat Cost: $100 per boat by June 19, $125 per boat from June 20 to race day Description: The boats will launch from the AAE Beach in Parkdale and float to Sunshine Falls. Once they get to Sunshine they will begin the race from a floating start. The race will continue through Exit Rapid, where we will determine what the current order is.

The teams will then float to Pink House and line up in the order they were after Exit Rapid. From there, all teams will race to the Cañon City Whitewater Park, where the finish line is located. Prizes, including cash, will be awarded for the top placers and each participant will receive a T-Shirt.

will get their choice of starting position at the Pink House Beach. There is a shotgun start signaling the teams to enter the Arkansas River and race to the Cañon City Whitewater Park.

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R-2 Raft Challenge

Date: Friday June 24, 2016 Start Time: 7 p.m.

Start Location: Centennial Park Boat Ramp End Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park Registration: Centennial Park Registration Tent by 6:30 p.m.

Check-in: Centennial Park Boat Ramp by 6:45 p.m.

Number of Participants: 2 per boat Cost: $5 per person Description: With the help of Hyside Water Inflatables and Riverboat Works we will offer a R-2 Rafting Battle to anyone. The teams of two will race from the Centennial Park Boat Ramp to the Whitewater Park. The races will be Boater X style with heats of three or four rafts going at once. The top teams

in each heat will advance to the next rounds. Hyside Whitewater Inflatables is providing all of the two-person rafts and all the companies need is the rest of their equipment.

EVENT INFORMATION

Event Breakdown Emmy Lou’s Cafe Inner Tube Races

Date: Friday, June 24, 2016 Start Time: 4 p.m. until dark Start Location: Centennial Park Boat Ramp End Location: River Station Takeout Registration: Centennial Park Registration Tent throughout the day on Friday and Saturday Cost: $3 per person, per tube Description: The Inner Tube Races are open to anyone willing to get a little wet. Inner Tubes are a Cañon City tradition as hundreds head to river every summer to enjoy a tube through Canon City and Florence. We will provide the tubes, pfd’s, and helmets.

All you have to do is be willing to race your tubes downriver against nine other people. The first person the River Station Takeout is the winner. The race will begin once ten people have registered and races will be held throughout the day on both Friday and Saturday.

Bank of the San Juans Community Raft Race

Date: Friday June 24, 2016 Start Time: 6:30 p.m.

Start Location: Pink House End Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 4:30 p.m.

Check-in: Registration Tent by 5 p.m. followed by the Guide Auction at 5:30 p.m.

Race Distance: 1.5 Miles Number of Participants: Six per boat Cost: $100 per boat ($25 discount for Chamber of Commerce members) Description: With the help of the Cañon City Chamber Commerce we will try to recruit 10 different businesses or groups to enter this 1.5 Mile race. Each team will have six people and will be given a raft and equipment provided by our local rafting companies. However, you will have to bid on a raft guide at the Guide Auction starting at 5:30 p.m. on the Main Stage at Centennial Park.

Remember this is a fundraiser and the entry who bids the most for their guide

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The crowd watches as competitors raft at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

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EVENT INFORMATION Sam Jordan of Salida at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

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Event Breakdown SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2016

Cripple Creek Victor Gold Mine Kayak Boater X

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Centennial Park Boat Ramp to Whitewater Park Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 9:30 a.m. the day of Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent by 9:45 a.m.

Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $20 by June 21, $25 from June 22 until event Divisions: Men’s & Women’s Description: This event will be held on Saturday during the Festival starting at 10 am and is open for all skill levels. The kayakers will race from the Centennial Park Boat Ramp to the finish line just past the whitewater park feature near the Fourth Street Bridge. There will be a few gates the participants must navigate along the way. All skill levels are welcome and there is a men’s and women’s division. The races will be conducted in heats with the top finishers advancing to the next rounds. Cash prizes will be awarded; all participants will receive a T-shirt and swag bag.

Underwater Connection SUP Cross

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: Noon Start Location: Arkansas River at First Street

End Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 11:15 a.m.

Check-in: Registration Tent by 11:30 a.m.

Race Distance: .5 Miles Cost: $20 by June 19, $25 from June 20 until event Description: The very popular sport of SUP goes Downriver in this competition. The competitors will be randomly placed in heats. The groups will then race Boater X style with the top placers advancing to the next rounds. The competitors will also have to navigate some gates while trying to beat the others in their heat. This event is in not for the novice SUP participants, some experience is needed. Prizes, including cash, will be awarded to the top placers and all participants will receive a t-shirt and swag bag.

Echo Canyon River Expeditions R-2 Raft Head to Head

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 1 p.m.

Starting Location: First Street Bridge Ending Location: Cañon City Whitewater Park (Arkansas River by the Fourth Street Bridge) Check-in: At Registration Tent by 12:30 p.m.

Description: This 2-person raft race will take place on the Arkansas River starting at the First Street Bridge, west of the Whitewater Park and ends at the Whitewater Park. The teams will go head to head with the winners

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moving on to the next round until there is a winner. The loser of each race is eliminated.

Prizes will be announced at a later date.

Prizes, including cash, will be awarded to the top placers and all participants will receive a T-shirt and swag bag.

Black Hills Energy Duckie Dash

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 2 p.m.

Location: First Street Bridge Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 1:30 p.m. race day Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent by 1:30 p.m.

Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $10 per participant Description: Starting at the Centennial Park Boat Ramp competitors will dash, or paddle, their way to through the Whitewater Park, splash through the feature play wave in front of cheering crowds, charge under Fourth Street Bridge and finish by landing their boat at the train depot take out. The river may be raging so expect high water and numerous obstacles. Participants should be comfortable being on and in the water! This event will be run in four waves of eight approximately every 20 minutes. There were will be a finals race with the top eight finishers. Duckies, personal floatation devices and paddles will be provided, but you can bring your own river appropriate gear if you choose. You must by 16 or older to participate.

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EVENT INFORMATION

Event Breakdown SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2016

Hyside R-2 Raft Cross

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 3:30 p.m.

Starting Location: Centennial Park Boat Ramp Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 2:30 p.m.

Check-in: Centennial Park Boat Ramp at 2:45 p.m.

Cost: $25 per team Description: This is an event anyone can compete in where teams of two people will get in a small raft and race from the Centennial Park Boat Ramp to the Whitewater Park. This short sprint will feature a few slalom gates each team must successfully navigate and some are by the whitewater feature. And by the way this is Boater X style, meaning your team will be going head to head with 3 or 4 other boats. Top placers move on to the next round. We will provide all of the gear and all you have to do is give it a shot. We will offer training clinics on Friday afternoon and possibly on Saturday morning if there is time in the schedule.

High Country Bank Build Your Own Boat Race (ByOB Race)

pedal style boats are allowed, while anything with a motor is not. Everything on your boat must be homemade, nothing off a raft or boat may be used. No rafters can be seated at or below the water line. Rafts must be kept in the water at all times.

Only homemade sails and paddles are allowed. No unsportsmanlike conduct is allowed between boats.

Raft Masters Raft Rodeo

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 6:15 p.m.

Location: Royal Gorge Whitewater Park (Arkansas River by the Fourth Street Bridge) Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 5:30 p.m. the day of Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent by 5:45 p.m.

Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $25 per person, per boat Description: The Raft Rodeo throw down is open to all those who wish to show off their impromptu raft rodeo skills. This event is a crowd-pleaser and one both participants and spectators don’t want to

miss. Prizes, including cash, will be awarded and all participants will receive a T-Shirt and swag bag.

Emmy Lou’s Cafe Inner Tube Races

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 11:30 a.m. until dark Start Location: Centennial Park Boat Ramp End Location: River Station Takeout Registration: Centennial Park Registration Tent throughout the day on Friday and Saturday Cost: $3 per person, per tube Description: The Inner Tube Races are open to anyone willing to get a little wet.

Inner Tubes are a Cañon City tradition as hundreds head to river every summer to enjoy a tube through Cañon City and Florence. We will provide the tubes, pfd’s, and helmets. All you have to do is be willing to race your tubes downriver against nine other people. The first person the River Station Takeout is the winner.

The race will begin once 10 people have registered and races will be held throughout the day on both Friday and Saturday.

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 5:15 p.m.

Location: Green Post, ¼ mile west of First Street Bridge Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 4 p.m.

Check-in: Green Post by 4:45 p.m.

Cost: $25 per boat by June 19, $30 from June 20 until event Participants: 3 to 5 per boat Age Limit: 18 and older, 16 and 17 year old minors allowed with a waiver signed by parents or guardian Description: The ByOB Race will start at 5:15 p.m. at the Green Post along the Arkansas Riverwalk Trail, ¼ Mile west of the 1st Street Bridge. Boats will begin with staggered starts. Boats need to check in by 4:45 p.m. at Green Post. The race ends when boats clear the east end of the Riverwalk wall before the Raynolds Bridge.

A minimum of three crewmembers per boat is required with a maximum of five.

Crewmembers must wear life jackets and helmets that will be provided. All crewmembers must remain on the vessel throughout the entire race. Rafts must be no more than 6 feet wide and short enough to fit under bridges. Commercial rafts, raft parts, hulls of canoes or kayaks cannot be used. No enclosed tops are Brandon Hopper / Daily Record allowed. No parts powered by anything Santiago Canala of Ecuador at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at other than human power are allowed. For Centennial Park. example, homemade paddles or even

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Adventure Events Cruiser Ride

Date: Friday, June 24, 2016 Start Time: 6 p.m.

Location: Centennial Park Registration: Day of event only at Centennial Park Registration Tent Qualifications: Amateur Cost: Free Description: This event is FREE and open to all ages. The ride will start at the west end of

Centennial Park and ride out to Pueblo Community College and loop back to the park. All riders are required to sign a waiver and wear a helmet. During the ride you will be able to watch and follow the Community Raft Race.

Royal Gorge Anglers Fly Casting Competition

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Centennial Park

Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 9:30 a.m. event day Check-in: At Registration Tent by 9:45 a.m.

Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $25 by June 19, and $30 from June 20 to day of event Description: Men and Women will be competing for accuracy & distance in this timed event.

Each angler will have one (1) minute to prepare (strip out line) once he/she has stepped into the casting box. Anglers must then place the fly back in his/her hand. Judge will clear the clock and the angler will then have two and a half (2 ½) minutes to complete the three casts at all three accuracy targets and the three casts for distance. When time expires, the caster will be considered finished with the course and the score achieved when the clock expires will be considered final. There is no “time-out” for any reason, except for outside interference as determined by the organizers and/or appointed judge. In the event there is a tie for fifth (5th) place for the men and third (3rd) place for the women, the angler with the longer distance cast moves on to the finals. Max # participants 40. Must be 12+ to participate.

Holcim Pixie Bike Race

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Kristin Katchmar during the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival in 2015 at Centennial Park.

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: Noon Location: Centennial Park Registration Tent Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 11:30 a.m. race day Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent before your scheduled heat Qualifications: Amateur (Beginner through expert) Cost: $5 per entry Description: Be a part of the madness. 16” wheeled kid bikes will ferry riders around the course. Races will be run in

heats of 8 on the hour. Finals for the top 8 times will be at 6 p.m.

Open to all ages, gender, size and skill level.

ADVENTURE INFORMATION

2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival

KRLN/StarCountry – Whitewater Adventure Race

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 11 a.m.

Location: Centennial Park Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 10:30 a.m. race day Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent by 10:45 a.m.

Cost: $20 by June 19 and $30 by June 20 to Race Day Description: This event is run in Centennial Park and will tackle two laps of the infamous obstacles. This run/obstacle course will challenge all competitors, and you will have fun in the process. The obstacles include a mud pit, an ice bath, a pipe crawl, and a wall just to name a few. It is a fun race that will take you all around the festival grounds. All competitors 21 and older will receive a ticket for a complimentary beer after 5 pm. There will be cash awards for the top placers in WAR. This is a timed event and runners must be 12+ to participate.

Youth Adventure Race

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: Noon Location: Centennial Park Ages: 4-12 Years of age Registration: Online or at Centennial Park Registration Tent by 11:30 a.m. race day Check-in: At Centennial Park Registration Tent by 11:45 a.m.

Cost: $5 per child, proceeds benefit YETI Program Description: Kids get a chance to complete the obstacle portion of the WAR course. This is a ton of fun for the little ones. Parents must sign a waiver and are allowed to run with their child if needed. Funds generated from this event will go into the FAR Youth Exercise Training Initiative (YETI) program.

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YOGA INFORMATION

Yoga Events Morning Yoga in the Park presented by River Lotus Yoga

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Location: Veterans Park Registration: None required Cost: Free Description: Join Robin Beals (ERYT200,RYT500, co-owner of river lotus yoga) for an hour and a half of vinyasa style yoga. This class will include movement, breath work, and meditation.

Whether you are new to yoga, an advanced practitioner, or anywhere in between, you are welcome to join us.

Yoga is a fun way to calm the mind and stretch the body. Start your day off right with this relaxing, peaceful, outdoor yoga class! This event is FREE and open to all ages. Please bring your own mat or towel, if you have one. If not you can practice in the grass. Simply show up the morning of the event at Veteran’s Park. For more information contact us at www.riverlotusyoga.com, or call (719) 821-1241

Yoga at the Festival presented by River Lotus Yoga

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Start Time: 3:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Location: Centennial Park Main Stage Registration: None required Cost: Free Description: At River Lotus Yoga we practice a vinyasa style yoga based on the 8 limbs of patanjali’s yoga sutra…..but we also like to have a lot of fun. In this class we will rock out to some great music, try some challenging postures, and learn about yoga. Join Robin Beals (ERYT200, RYT500) for an hour and a half of breath work, movement, and meditation. As outdoor loving, rock climbing, river obsessed, Colorado people, Robin and Justin (co-owners of River Lotus Yoga) have found yoga to be a great asset. It can help with balance, endurance, injury prevention, strength and flexibility. All things that can help you step up your skill level in whatever it is you love to do. if you are an outdoor adventure junky, or an athlete, and you have never tried yoga, now is the time…..come Join the fun! This event is FREE and open to all ages and yoga skill levels. Please bring your own mat or towel, if you have one. If not, feel free to practice on the grass. Simply show up Saturday afternoon at the main stage at Centennial Park. For more information contact us at www.riverlotusyoga.com, or call (719) 821-1241

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River Lotus Yoga co-owners Justin Englerth, foreground, and Robin Beals practice yoga poses inside their studio.

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2016 Entertainment in the Park Schedule Tuesdays June-August | 6:30-8:30 PM Veterans Park | 1st Street & Highway 50 June 7

Southern Colorado Community Band

June 14

Applewood

June 21

Frost Mountain Clan

June 28

Deja Bluz

July 5

Sugarfoot Band

July 12

Lobo Loggins & Friends

July 19

Headin’ West

July 26

Indigo Way

August 2

Silver Cliff Lights

August 9

Drew Frady

August 16

Geezers

August 23

Donovan Lee

August 30

Atomic Fireballs

EOM Beer Garden

EOM Beer Garden

EOM Summer Festival

Food Vendors/Beer Garden

The Cañon City Chamber of Commerce will be serving food every week!

Famous jumbo hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, & drinks.

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK!

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Let’s Battle Royal Gorge Regional Museum & History Center 612 Royal Gorge Blvd.

Cañon City, Colorado

Open 10 am - 4pm Wed. - Sat. 719-269-9036

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Children take part in fun and games at the 2015 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival at Centennial Park.

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Stop by to learn more about our Guest Artists Location: 503 Main St. Canon City, CO 81212 Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 am until 8:30 pm.

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Rock out at Whitewater

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MUSIC INFORMATION Courtesy Photo

Oahu-based artist Ka`imi Hanano`eau is shown here surfing in Maui. Ka`imi will perform at the 2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival on Friday and Saturday.

2016 Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival

Music Lineup FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2016

Ka’imi Hanano’eau

Time: 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. River Stage Description: Based in Oahu, Ka`imi Hanano`eau is an extremely talented Hawaiian native, who is a well-known ukulele master artist, guitarist, songwriter, recording engineer, producer and popular performer. Having opened for bands, such as the Expendables and Dirty Heads, Ka`imi combines his expert guitar work with his unique Polynesian vocal influences to create music unlike any other! A versatile talent, his experience enables him to perform a wide range of material from jazz to Hawaiian to contemporary.

Often requested to perform as a soloist, Ka`imi is also known as the energetic lead of the popular alternative, rock and reggae band, “HiRiZ.” Links to Ka’imi Hanano’eau: https://www.facebook.com/ kaimihananoeau/ http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/ KaimiHananoeau

Eric Tessmer Band

Time: 5:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., River Stage Description: Beloved by audiences throughout the world, the Eric Tessmer Band has captured the attention of fans from all ages as a result of their uncompromising musicianship and unbridled aggression. Their music is organic and natural—they’re real and every note you hear leaps from the speakers and is completely unfettered by superfluous studio trickery. With each performance, The Eric Tessmer Band’s collaborative vibe continues to evolve, built on a career and catalog of material that inspires and fuels the evolution of rock/blues.

Links to Eric Tessmer Band: http://www.erictessmerband.com/ https://m.facebook.com/erictessmer band

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The Eric Tessmer Band has captured the attention of fans from all ages as a result of their uncompromising musicianship and unbridled aggression.

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MUSIC INFORMATION Judd Hoos will perform from 8:30-11:15 p.m. Friday, June 24, at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival.

Courtesy Photo

Music Line-up Judd Hoos

Courtesy Photo

Judd Hoos, a Black Hills based group, has spent the past year supporting their latest single ‘Billboard’. With more than 100,000 YouTube views and radio play across the Midwest, the single has been their most successful single to date.

Jacob Holgerson / Courtesy Photo

The Irie Still band performs at Stoney's Bar & Grill in 2014. Its’ style, steeped first and foremost in the danceable beats of Reggae, incorporate elements of Hip-Hop, Soca, Dancehall, Calypso, Ska, Afro Beat and Tribal Rhythms with Conscious Lyrics.

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Time: 8:30 p.m. – 11:15 p.m., Main Stage Description: The stars are aligning for Judd Hoos. The Black Hills based group has spent the past year supporting their latest single ‘Billboard’. With more than 100,000 YouTube views and radio play across the Midwest the single has been their most successful single to date. The band is working on a full length album and is currently releasing a new single ‘Breathe In’ this Spring. The tour doesn’t stop for recording. This year the band will be touring across the country including 10 nights at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, opening up for .38 Special in Nebraska, and headlining a number of festivals over the summer.

Links to Judd Hoos: http://juddhoos.com/ https://www.facebook.com /juddhoos

SATURDAY BAND LINE-UP Ka’imi Hanano’eau Time: Noon – 2:30 p.m., River Stage

Irie Still Time: Noon - 2:30 p.m., Main Stage

Description: The Colorado based IRIE STILL band was founded in 1995. Its’ style, steeped first and foremost in the danceable beats of Reggae, incorporate elements of Hip-Hop, Soca, Dancehall, Calypso, Ska, Afro Beat and Tribal Rhythms with Conscious Lyrics.

Over their lengthy career they have shared the stage with Burning Spear, Black Uhuru, Toots and the Maytals, Eek-A-Mouse, Culture, Israel Vibrations, Dub Syndicate, Jimmy Cliff, Pato Banton and Yellowman. Currently based in Colorado, Irie Still headlines the Reggae on Broadway series at Herman’s Hideaway and plays frequently in Denver, Boulder, the metro-area Front Range and mountain towns.

Irie Still is an overwhelming powerhouse onstage. Playing mostly original music, the band incorporates audience participation, soaring vocal harmony and thought provoking political consciousness into a live set that often stretches to over three hours without a break.

Links to Irie Still: http://iriestill.com/ https://www.facebook.com/IRIE STILL/

MUSIC INFORMATION

Adam Ashley will perform Saturday, June 25, 2016, at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival.

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Music Lineup

Adam Ashley

Time: 2:45 – 7:15 p.m., River Stage Description: Adam Ashley was born in the small town of Rifle in July of 1984. His interest in music was started at a very young age when his father made him take piano lessons. From there, Adam went on to play both the bass and acoustic guitars. As the years passed, Adam continued to play and sing. He went from career to career, but Adam never looked at singing and playing music as anything more than a hobby, until one day at a CCMA talent show in 2006.

Adam met a woman named Misty Dawn.

After winning male vocalist of the year, Misty pushed for him to consider singing as a career. Adam started singing in the town of Buckskin Joe, Colorado. He performed daily for tourists, and spent more time writing songs. It was at this time Adam went on to form a band and start to tour. Adam then went on to pursue a solo career. Adam loves every show and it is easy to see.

Links to Adam Ashley: https://www.facebook.com/Adam-Ashley -171124858656/

Forget” charted on Nashville’s Music Row at Kinsey Sadler number 53.

Time: 6:15 – 8 p.m., Main Stage Links to Kinsey Sadler: Description: Kinsey Sadler is becoming one of the most liked and busiest female country http://www.kinseysadler.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kinseysadler/ artist performing in the Midwest region. She is under the management team of Johnny Morris Production/Evergreen Records of Nashville; TN. Sadler’s vocal strength has been compared to artist such as Miranda Lambert and Gretchen Wilson to the pure soul of Shania Twain and Martina McBride.

Sadler takes pride in her live performance and when you see a show there is no denying her ability to electrify the audience. She has been featured alongside Aaron Lewis, Wade Hayes, JB and the Moonshine Band, Bart Crow, Kentucky Headhunters, Glorianna, Steel Magnolia, Gwen Sebastian, and Jerrod Niemann. Kinsey’s music is listed in several publications, including All Access Country, Cool Music, Only Lyrics, Got Country Courtesy Photo Magazine, and Nashville industry publication Kinsey Sadler is becoming one of the most Music Row. Currently, her music is playing on liked and busiest female country artist several stations around the United States performing in the Midwest region. and Europe. Her first single “Sometimes I

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Wrestle With Jimmy will perform from 8:30 to 11:15 p.m. at the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival.

MUSIC LINEUP Wrestle With Jimmy

Time: 8:30 – 11:15 p.m., Main Stage Description: Wrestle With Jimmy has been rocking the Colorado scene for more than 10 years. With their diverse song list, natural charisma and unrelenting energy on the stage, Wrestle With Jimmy is the top choice for many of Colorado’s fine venues and corporate events. WWJ has been nominated in both the Colorado Springs Independent and The Gazette for People’s Choice, Best Cover Band, Best Live Band, and Best Live Performance. Not to mention each of WWJ’s members have been nominated for “Best of” in their respective instruments!

Links to Wrestle With Jimmy: http://wwjband.wix.com/wwjband https://www.facebook.com/wwjband/

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2016 fremont adventure recreation

EVENTSCHEDULE JUNE 25

SEPT 24

OCT 3 NOV 19

W.A.R. - Whitewater Adventure Race

You’ve never seen an obstacle race like this! Challenge yourself with whitewater themed obstacles as you battle other participants for prizes and bragging rights.

Afterward, enjoy the festivities of the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival!

Bikes and Brews

Participate in the Royal Gorge Century, Metric Mash, or Red Canyon 50K ride through some of the most scenic landscapes in Colorado! Swag and lunch included in your race fee. NEW this year: Participants will be treated to special deals at the annual Harvest Festival at The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey.

Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races

Enjoy a breathtaking view as you run along the rim of the Royal Gorge. Stay to play in the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park all day (admission and lunch are included in your race

Cañon City Rec and Park District 6th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Turkey Bowl!

DEC Santa Dash 3 Continual events:

WED Wednesday Night Group Bike Ride

Meet at Red Canyon Cycles for a moderate to fast-paced group ride out Red Canyon Road and back into town. (Through October)

2ND Second Sunday Singletrack Workday experience necessary! Join us for trail building and maintenance.

SUN No (Weather permitting): 4/10, 6/12, 7/10, 8/14, 9/11, 10/09, 11/13, 12/11 1st First Friday Cruiser Rides an easy loop around town, ending in downtown Cañon City.

F R I Ride (Weather permitting): 5/6, 6/3, 7/1, 8/5, 9/2, 10/7

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Tunnel Drive

riverwalk

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Riverwalk The Riverwalk Trail runs through some of the most scenic and historic parts of Cañon City. Along the 7-mile stretch of the trail, you’ll track the river’s course through the city, passing historic properties, open farmland, and cottonwood groves.

The trail is a mostly flat, wide, maintained trail that is open during all seasons. A system of fitness stations has recently been added to the trail and the stations are located near the Sell’s Lake trailhead.

Start: You can begin your walk along the Riverwalk Trail at a number of points. Popular parking areas are Centennial Park, Sell’s Lake (off 9th St.), MacKenzie Avenue Trailhead, and Tunnel Drive.

Distance: Total distance = 7.5 miles Elevation Gain: 200 ft. total Fitness Effort: Mild Difficulty: Easy Terrain: The trail is mostly flat and graded natural surface with crusher fines and occasional paved sections.

Seasons: January-December Other trail users: This trail is used by hikers, bikers, walkers, bird watchers, strollers, and runners. Horses are not allowed on most of the trail.

Dog friendly: Yes! Please remember to keep your dog on a leash, bring waste bags, and clean up after your pet. There is a dog park located just past Raynolds bridge.

Note: At high water (late May-June), the trail may be closed at 9th street.

Getting there: There are a number of access points along the Riverwalk Trail. To begin at the furthest point west on the trail, take Hwy. 50 west toward Salida. Just after the sweeping right-hand turn as you leave town, take a left turn (west) onto Tunnel Drive. Go about one mile to the Tunnel Drive Trailhead. You can travel west or east on the trail from this point.

To begin at the Sell’s Lake Trailhead, from Hwy 50 in Cañon City, take 9th St. south. After you cross the river, take a left (east) onto Sell Avenue and park at the trailhead. You can choose the bluff or river trail from this point. Both will intersect at Raynolds Avenue, where you can continue east or loop back to the Sell’s Lake Trailhead.

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TuNNEl DrivE The Tunnel Drive section of the Arkansas Riverwalk offers some of the most stunning scenic views along the 7-mile stretch.

Cars were once allowed to drive along the path. Pass through historic tunnels (built for the city’s water delivery system in the late 1800’s), and overlook the historic Denver & Rio Grande Railroad as the Royal Gorge Route Train passes along this stretch of the river. You may also catch a glimpse of river runners as they make their way from the Royal Gorge and into town. Notice side canyons to your left and right, and keep your eyes open for bighorn sheep!

Start: Begin your walk at the trailhead, located off of Tunnel Drive in Cañon City. Distance: 1.92 miles to the end. Note that there is no trail access at the terminus of the trail, so all trips must be out-and-back.

Elevation Gain: 120 ft.

Fitness Effort: Mild Difficulty: Easy Terrain: Dirt road Seasons: All Other trail users: This is a great trail for strollers, but use caution when biking with young riders. There is a steep drop-off on one side of the trail.

Dog friendly: Yes! Please remember to keep your dog on a leash, bring waste bags, and clean up after your pet.

Notes: This trail is accessible for most of the year, but can be hot in the summer months. Be sure to bring water. Due to the possibility of rock falls, avoid this area after a freeze-thaw cycle of weather (when it has been very cold and then quite warm), or after heavy rains.

Getting There: To access the Tunnel Drive Trailhead, drive west on Hwy. 50. Once you pass the Territorial Prison (on your right), you’ll see Tunnel Drive on your left past the curve in the road. Take Tunnel Drive to the terminus and park in the parking area near the signs.

Handicapped parking IS available past the trailhead signs (up the hill), but be sure you have an appropriate vehicle to access them, as the trail is steep and can have some loose gravel.

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May 28

6 a.m.

Heart Air Balloon 5K Race 6 a.m.

Create Cañon City Balloon Classic Visit https://www.facebook.com/CreateCanon CityBalloonClassic/ for more information.

May 29

6 a.m.

Create Cañon City Balloon Classic Visit https://www.facebook.com/CreateCanon CityBalloonClassic/ for more information.

May 30

6 a.m.

Create Cañon City Balloon Classic Visit https://www.facebook.com/CreateCanon CityBalloonClassic/ for more information.

June 1

7- 9 p.m. Wednesdays Florence Entertainment in the Park at Pioneer Park in Florence.

June 3

10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Holy Smoke BBQ at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. For more information, call (888) 333-5597.

8 p.m.

Park After Dark Concert Series: This year the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park pulls in topperforming artists and entertainment with Park After Dark, a 5-band concert series at their Elk Park Amphitheater nestled “on the other side of the bridge.” The series begins on June 5, with Kaleo, the Icelandic rock band taking America by storm, followed by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and their 50th Anniversary Tour on June 30.

The new amphitheater follows the tradition of great Colorado venues with lawn seating for 2,500, and awe-inspiring views of the Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range. Pre-Concert entertainment begins at 6:30 pm, Bands at 8 pm. All rides shows and attractions will be open until 10 pm. Sponsored in part by Bristol Brewery and the Winery at the Holy Cross Abbey, both home-grown Colorado businesses. Here’s the line-up: June 5: Kaleo June 30: Nitty Gritty Dirt Band July 16: Blue Oyster Cult Aug: 5: Mark Chesnutt Sept. 17: Blitzen Trapper Park After Dark tickets are on sale now for $40. This admission includes park offerings from 5 pm until 10 pm. If a patron wishes to spend the day at the park and attend Park After Dark, price is

$65.

Visit royalgorgebridge.com for Park After Dark purchases and park information.

Seating is limited for the concert and on a first come, first serve basis. Park After Dark tickets can purchased at the park on the day of the show if seating is available.

The concert series is produced by FrogDawgProductions.

2016 CALENDAR

Calendar of Events June 7

8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cañon City Farmers Market: Tuesdays | June to early October at Veterans Park.

Local farmers, bakers, artisans and nonprofits gather weekly to connect with the community and visitors.

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Entertainment in the Park: Join us every Tuesday night in June, July, and August at Veterans Park for Entertainment in the Park!

June 11

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

35th Annual Cañon Car Club Car Show at Centennial Park

June 24-25

Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival: For more information, visit http://www.royalgorge whitewaterfestival.com.

6 p.m.

Let Hope Arise — hosted by Loaves & Fishes Vineyard Christian Fellowship 245 South Raynolds Ave. Community celebration and reception with live music, appetizers and a chocolate fountain.

June 4

8 a.m.

Sons of Italy 5th Annual Golf Tournament at Four Mile Ranch Golf Course, 3501 Telegraph Trail. For more information, visit http://osiaroyalgorge2866.com or call (719) 429-6667.

10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Holy Smoke BBQ at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park For more information, call (888) 333-5597.

June 5

10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Holy Smoke BBQ at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park For more information, call (888) 333-5597.

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Demitrius Miller of Montana BBQ during the Holy Smoke Bar-B-Que Showdown in 2015.

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Decommissioned Colorado Womens Correctional Facility Take US-50 W toward Canon City.Turn left onto MacKenzie Ave, then take the second left onto Grandview Ave. Destination is located in building directly outside the decommissioned Colorado Womens Correctional Facility on right side of parking lot.

Hours Monday-Friday 9-4

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Cañon City Public Library The Summer Reading Program Encourages Children, Teens, & Adults to Continue to Maintain and Improve Their Reading Skills Throughout the Summer! Weekly Events!

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2016 CALENDAR

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Fireworks from the July 4, 2014, celebration at Veterans Park in Cañon City.

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Dixon Lawson prepares his market beef, Tyson, for the 2015 Fremont County 4-H Livestock Sale. Tyson won Grand Champion.

Calendar of Events July 2-4 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Fourth of July Celebration at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. For more information, call (888) 333-5597.

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July 16

8 a.m.

Walk for Hope to benefit Orchard of Hope Veterans Park Registration and breakfast at 8 a.m. Opening ceremonies at 9 a.m.

For more information, call 275-0089.

July 30

Fremont County Fair: July 30-Aug. 7. For more information, visit http://www.fremontcountyfair.com.

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Aug. 15 - Oct. 15

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

7th Annual Religious Fine Art Show Abbey Monastery 2951 E. U.S. 50 To download the entry form, click here. (Due August 10.) For more information or questions, call Patti Jo Wagner or Brenda McKay at (719) 2758631.

Sept. 9-10

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Fourth Annual Sons of Italy Italian Festival: Macon Plaza (Fremont Center for the Arts & Library) For more information, visit http://osiaroyalgorge2866.com or call (719) 429-6667.

Sept. 16-18

89th Annual Pioneer Days Celebration in Florence. Events include the Pioneer Day Parade, Pioneers of the Past Coal Car Races, Junktique Open Market, the Craft Fair in Pioneer Park,and the Arkansas Valley Flywheel.

Sarah Rose / Daily Record

Phil Pantleo, left, cooks sausage, while James Toto shows off peperoncino on Saturday at the Sons of Italy Royal Gorge Lodge 2866 Italian Festival held at Macon Square. They held cooking demonstrations at the event.

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Sept. 24-25

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

2016 Harvest Festival at the Winery at Holy Cross Abbey.

Wine, music, art, and food! For more information, visit http://abbeywinery.com/harvest-fest/

2016 CALENDAR

Calendar of Events

At Black Hills, we support the Cañon City community in a wide range of projects and programs that encourage energy efficiency and protect the environment.

Again this year, we’re proud sponsors of the 8th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival.

Check out www.blackhillsenergy.com for more life sponsored by energy.

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Hundreds of Alligators and Other Reptiles!

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See Rare Albino Gators!

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Penrose Apple Day Court during the 80th annual parade in Penrose.

Calendar of Events Oct. 1

Penrose Apple Days in Penrose. For more information, call (719) 372-3994.

Oct. 8-10

Fremont County Fall Heritage Festival

Oct. 21

6 p.m. 13th Annual Boots & Bling

Masquerade Ball at the Abbey Event Center.

For more information, call Lori Johnson at (719) 240-2015.

Oct. 22

4-9 p.m. Boo at the Bridge at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. For more information, call (888) 333-5597.

Oct. 31

5-7 p.m. Trick or Treat Street in downtown Florence. Bring the kids for a safe Trick or Treating environment!

Nov. 13

3-5 p.m. Sons of Italy Wine Tasting. For more information, visit http://osiaroyalgorge2866.com or call

(719) 429-6667.

Nov. 19

9:30 am Turkey Bowl at Pathfinder Park. The Recreation District’s annual Turkey Bowl is a one day 4-on-4 Flag Football Tournament with seven different age divisions. Team rosters are limited to six players.

11 a.m. Turkey Trot at Pathfinder Park. The Cañon City Area Recreation and Park District will host fifth annual 5K Turkey Trot at Pathfinder Park on Saturday, Nov. 21. The 5K run will begin at 10 a.m.

Dec. 3

7 p.m. Parade of Lights on Main Street in Cañon City. For more information, call (719) 275-2331.

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Cowpoke Scott Mitchell, 4, cleans up at Boo at the Bridge at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park.

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Residents serve up apple pie for Apple Day festivalgoers in Penrose.

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