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Fall sports aren’t limited to high school and college students. In this edition we’ll explore some of the ways we can stay active in Northern Colorado throughout the fall, from organized sports leagues to individual sports. But before you jump into anything, you should consider how you can avoid injury, so you can continue to enjoy yourself.

But even though summer days are waning, that doesn’t mean that the fun is. There is still time to get in a few more days outside and a couple of major events to enjoy with family and friends before getting back to school schedules and homework. Check out the event calendar for some ideas and watch for “If you go...” boxes throughout stories to give you at-a-glance information about local events and businesses.

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and sense of wonder of Shakespeare’s play and thought it would create an elegant atmosphere for this night of giving and a memorable experience for our guests,” says Kaylene Weingardt, marketing and community outreach Top: Perfect Square and Guests from the 2017 Gala Below left: John Lennon in the Pet Parade (Photos manager for Larimer courtesy Kathy Dow) Humane Society. “The Top Cat & Tails Gala is the county’s only Animal Control and our largest fundraising event and these Protection Unit. Through this unit, funds help support our operations they provide contractual animal conthroughout the year.” trol services and stray animal shelterFounded in 1969, the Larimer Humane Society is the largest openadmission shelter in Northern Colorado. “Open admission” means that Larimer Humane doesn’t turn animals away based on factors like age, breed, behavior or aggression tendencies. “This means we are there for pets and the people who love them in their time of need,” says Weingardt.

“As an independent nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of the community to ensure our doors are open to the nearly 6,000 lost, homeless, abused, unwanted and abandoned animals that come through our doors each year.”

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ing in several communities throughout Northern Colorado. Larimer Humane also provides extensive educational opportunities for children and adults.

A Midsummer Night’s Cat-Nap is presented by Poudre Pet & Feed Supply.

The event is still seeking sponsors.

“We have lots of creative ideas for companies to receive brand recognition while supporting a great cause,” Weingardt says. There are five levels of sponsorship, starting at $800 for the bronze level. Not only do sponsors get exposure to a large audience through direct mail, social media and the website, but also the knowledge that your sponsor dollars contributed to the health and welfare of Larimer August/September 2018

Top: George and his handler from the 2017 Gala Below: Jude participating in the Pet Parade (Photos Kathy Dow)

County’s ill, injured and homeless pets. In 2017, sponsors helped Larimer Humane find homes for more than 2,600 pets, respond to nearly 20,000 animal control calls, support 410 foster homes and parents for recovering animals, and reunite more than 1,600 pets with their families. If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor for the Top Cats and Tails Gala, email events@larimerhumane.org.

a decade, using her photography skills and time to help homeless animals. “I volunteer because I can help more animals with my work in photography and events than with adopting the animals,” she says. “I get so much satisfaction knowing that I’ve given a few of the animals some love and a better chance to be adopted.”

She’s worked at the Top Cats and Tails Gala for the past several years, often bringing adoptable animals through the crowd to mingle with potential new families. “It’s so fun and it’s all about the animals,” she says. “It’s wonderful to see the delight and love in the eyes of the

Larimer Humane is also accepting donated items for the live and silent auction. “We are interested in fun, local experiences and pet and family friendly activities,” says Weingardt.

There is a donation form on the Larimer Humane Society’s website.

people when they get to interact with a bundle of fur.”

Tickets to A Midsummer Night’s Cat-Nap cost $120, but the pricing strategy follows a “more the merrier” philosophy. Couples can attend for $225 and tables for eight people can be purchased for $850. “The proceeds from the gala will go into our general operating budget, which allows those funds to be utilized when and where they are needed most to help homeless animals,” says Weingardt. Dinner and dessert are included in the ticket price and a cash bar will be available. Cocktail attire is recommended. For more information, visit larimerhumane.org/ events/top-cat-tails-gala.

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OUTDOORS

SAILING ACROSS COLORADO

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By John Lehndorff for LOVELAND MAGAZINE Photos from the 59th Carter Lake Open Regatta held on June 2nd, 2018

For the nation’s outdoor adventure enthusiasts, Colorado equals world class skiing, X Games, rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, Ironman and other edgy sports.

Colorado and sailing? Not so much.

After all, the Centennial State is the very definition of parched, landlocked and coastless. The only boats that ever traveled here were prairie schooners - covered wagons navigating the wind-blown plains.

Yet, on any given Sunday for eight or more months a year you can see dozens of boats captained by wellseasoned locals and visitors sailing on Colorado’s pristine lakes and reservoirs.

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marinas offering instruction and rentable sailboats. For the growing community of enthusiasts and sailing neophytes, Northern Colorado is a great place to live and play.

Nearby sailing destinations range from Union Reservoir near Longmont and Aurora’s Cherry Creek

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Reservoir to Denver’s Chatfield Reservoir and Lake Dillon, the manmade lake so challenging one author included it in his global list of “50 Places to Sail Before You Die.”

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three-mile-long reservoir is surrounded by more than 1,000 acres of public lands.

“Sailing is a truly exciting, challenging sport. It’s so simple in some ways, propelled by non-polluting wind. But, unlike with a motor boat, you are really in control,” said Nina Rogers, a longtime member of the Carter Lake Sailing Club.

At 61 years old, Carter Lake Sailing Club is Colorado’s oldest sailing organization. Like many of Colorado’s sail-friendly ranks, Rogers and her husband grew up around lakes and boats elsewhere and continued their passion when they moved to Colorado.

The club offers boat slips, instruction for kids and adults, and it sponsors races with an emphasis on safety.

“Being on the water is wonderful, but you also become part of a strong community of like-minded people who help each other and keep an eye out and give advice,” Rogers said.

“You have to watch the sky. We have airline pilots as members who are great at reading the clouds.”

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Sailing is also about winning. “There’s a competitive racing component that is not reserved just for really experienced members. We are very encouraging to sailing newbies to crew on a boat and really get acquainted with the thrill of racing,” Rogers said.

The Carter Lake Sailing Club hosts an annual Open Regatta every summer. This year 18 boats raced for two days. Rogers said the club is proud of the Carter Lake Junior Sailing Program which teaches kids ages 8 to 17 basic sailing knowledge and safety.

By “interesting,” she means that there are no prevailing winds on Lake Dillon like there are on most lakes.

At 9,017 feet above sea level, Lake Dillon often boasts brilliant blue skies that give way to quick-rolling storms. “It can easily take you by surprise,” Fortin said.

Fortin compares sailing on Lake Dillon to “doing a double black diamond run” on one of the nearby ski slopes.

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“It’s just a very exhilarating sport.

Sailing requires a certain amount of smarts. You have to know when to call it a day, but it’s a very fine line,” she said.

Visitors looking for “adventure sailing” all come to Lake Dillon, a bucket list destination for sailors who want to test their mettle … and then tell tales about the experience.

“Lake Dillon is really an incredible place to learn to sail and become a focused sailor who can read the wind,” she said.

“Colorado’s not known for sailing, but Lake Dillon is famous as being pretty challenging. The mountains create interesting weather patterns,” said Jenn Fortin, Director of the Dillon Marina Sailing School.

The Dillon Marina Sailing School provides slips for boats, instructs kids in the Dillon Junior Sailing program, organizes races and a regatta, and takes visitors on daytime and sunset sailing tours.

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“If you’ve never been out, you can start with a sail tour around the lake. One boat like a Catalina 22 can carry up to five passengers plus a captain. No sailing knowledge is expected,” Fortin said.

Sailing from the Club to the marina in Frisco takes about 40 minutes, that is, unless the wind reverses or swirls but that’s part of the fun.

If you want to learn the ropes, classes are crucial. “You go out with an experienced sailing instructor and get that tingle of adrenaline and a feeling of satisfaction getting the sails perfectly trimmed,” Fortin said.

You will also start to understand the nautical shorthand that that sailors (and some film pirates) speak.

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The Front Range abounds in other sailing opportunities. Victoria Sailing School - Colorado’s largest sailing school - provides accredited American Sailing Association instruction and certifications at Cherry Creek Reservoir, Chatfield Reservoir and elsewhere.

Adult and youth sailing instruction is offered by the Denver Sailing Association, a competitive sailing and racing organization with events at Cherry Creek Reservoir. Friends can sail head-to-head (or keel-to-keel) with the Denver Sailing League which provides the boats and coaching for races at Cherry Creek.

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And yes, there really is a CU Buffs Big 12 CU Sailing Team, which practices at Union Reservoir.

Because of the equipment and related costs, sailing can be prohibitively expensive for some potential sailors.

Community Sailing of Colorado is a nonprofit devoted to making sailing more accessible to the public by offering sailing classes for all ages at Boulder Reservoir and Cherry Creek Reservoir.

Meanwhile, mark your calendar. There are free sailing events taking place as part of the annual Summer Sailstice program marinas across the U.S. and the globe on June 22 and 23, 2019.

Victoria Sailing School: victoriasailingschool.com Denver Sailing Association: denversailing.org Denver Sailing League: playmilehigh.com/sailing Colorado State Boating Information: cpw.state.co.us/ thingstodo/Pages/Sailing.aspx.

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JESSICA BENES for LOVELAND MAGAZINE Jim Bradford Dawe and Mike Hale Lindstrom started by playing around with recipes and making spiced rum as Christmas gifts for the clients of a company they own. Pretty soon, their clients were expecting a lot more of that rum until the pair decided to start up their side business distillery. That home grown distillery, which started at home as those things often do, has finally led to them opening Hale & Bradford Tasting Room and Backcut Fly Shop on Main Street in Berthoud.

Dawe and Lindstrom just opened their tasting room the first week of June at 441 Mountain Ave., in Berthoud. The pair are partners in another company, Tasman Geosciences, Inc., an environmental remediation company, which started in 2009. “This (distilling spirits) was an offshoot as a hobby that led to something,” Dawe said. “We were both interested in distilling and just started playing around with it. We just started making a little more each time and then it kind of got to be more than we could keep up with.” That’s when the two partnered with a local distillery in Berthoud to make their spirits for them. Dawe and Lindstrom distribute to about 75 liquor stores around Colorado, including Loveland, Fort Collins,

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Hale & Bradford Tasting Room (photo courtesy of Jonathon Castner)

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They make their own rum and seasonal brandy, but they still subcontract to another company for vodka and bourbon.

Signature drinks at the Hale & Bradford Tasting Room (photo courtesy of Jonathon Castner)

The molasses for the company’s “Blackcut Rum” is fermented in the tasting room and then the rum is aged in Bourbon barrels also in the tasting room for about 12 months.

The spiced rum is not aged. A spice blend is added to the spirits.

The partners make seasonal brandy depending on the fruits of the season, and currently have a peach brandy available in the tasting room. The brandy is only available in the tasting room, and is not distributed to liquor stores, since it is made in small batches.

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Brandy is aged for different lengths of time, depending on flavor, Dawe said. They aged the apple brandy for just a couple months. When they made a pear brandy, they aged it for eight to nine months. “When it starts to taste pretty good, we bottle it up. It could be anywhere from three to 14 months for the brandies,” he said.

“We import the vodka from a distillery in France and then we proof it here with Colorado water,” Dawe said. When vodka comes off the still, it is at 196 proof, or 98 percent alco-

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hol. Dawe and Lindstrom cut it with water to bring it down to 80 proof, or 40 percent alcohol.

The tasting room hosts a core six products, a couple of bourbons, both types of rum and two types of vodka. Then they add in the brandy depending on the fruits of the season.

Right now they have the peach brandy, and will be adding an apple brandy in a month or two.

Dawe and Lindstrom still run Tasman and have about 150 employees in five different states.

“The tasting room and distillery was an idea that got out of control,” Dawe joked. “We’re about as small as you get can.

We use a 13 gallon still, which larger distilleries purchase to test their recipes. We use it to test and to make product.”

Their other equipment includes a 15-gallon fermenting tank, a bottling machine and a barrel rack.

The Hale and Bradford Tasting Room has bourbon, vodka and rum to sample (photo courtesy of Jonathon Castner)

Dawe said that the public reception to their tasting room “has been amazing.” He said, “Berthoud has two great breweries and we compliment their offerings. It has only been a month but we’re far exceeding how we thought we’d do.” He added that they already have their regulars who come in every day or two to have a drink and chat.

They have two other partners in this side business venture, Jay Stalnacker and Matt Dean. Once the partners set up their tasting room, they wondered what to do with a blank wall. Stalnacker put forth the idea, what if he brought in a bunch of his fly fishing stuff ? The idea snowballed from there and the company now has a small boutique fly fishing store called

“Backcut Fly Shop” in the tasting room.

Stalnacker even runs guided fly fishing tours out of the store.

“It all ties in with getting on the river,

Jim Dawe, co-owner of the Hale & Bradford Tasting Room and Backcut Fly Shop (photo courtesy of Jonathon Castner)

getting some backcountry bourbon and enjoying the Colorado outdoors,” Dawe said. “People seem to embrace the idea of it.”

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All of the distillery recipes are handcrafted with local handcrafted spirits. “Berthoud is such a great little town so we’re proud to be located in Berthoud,” Dawe said. “It’s been awesome.”

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GUIDE TO PADDLEBOARDING IN NORTHERN COLORADO

By BRITTANY ANAS for LOVELAND MAGAZINE

You can gently row your boat for a leisurely time on the water or you can turn your outing into a full-on workout, toning your arms as you keep up a brisk paddling pace and even striking yoga poses on your board.

While we may be landlocked in Colorado, that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy taking a board out onto the water. Over the past few years, the popularity of stand-up paddleboarding (or SUP for short) has continued to grow, giving Coloradans a new way to enjoy the state’s reservoirs and lakes during warmer months.

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For the uninitiated, stand up paddleboarding is much like it sounds: Harnessing your balance to stand up on a board (picture an oversized surfboard) and using a paddle to propel yourself through the water.

“Also, it gives you a different perspective of the water,” Jordan says.

Instead of being pigeon-holed in a kayak, you can feel like you have more freedom to explore the water -- soaking up panoramic views and enjoying the way the sunlight almost twinkles on the water.

It’s also a fun way to enjoy Colorado’s watering holes.

“Paddleboarding allows us to have an up-close experience with nature, having the water glide beneath your board is a freeing and serene experience few other sports can provide,” says Victoria Rasnick, operations manager with Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, an outfitter that rents paddleboards at Boulder Reservoir, Union Reservoir and Cherry Creek Reservoir and also sells new and used boards.

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Ready to get on board? Here’s your guide to paddleboarding in Northern Colorado.

e e o go addleboa ding If you’re looking to rent a paddleboard, you have several options.

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What’s Sup has four locations where it rents paddleboards. They are:

classes on the South Bay of Horsetooth Reservoir.

Horsetooth -- South Bay; Horsetooth -- Sunrise; Horsetooth -- Satanka Cove; and Carter Lake -- South Shore. Through a partnership, Aviana Yoga leads paddleboard yoga and fitness

Another outfitter is Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, which has locations at Boulder Reservoir in Boulder; at Union Reservoir in Longmont and at Cherry Creek Reservoir in Denver. Rocky

Mountain Paddleboard offers lessons and fitness classes as well. New XL boards offer a fun new twist on paddleboarding; they’re perfect for mastering yoga poses or for fitting more people on the boards.

Pro tip: Book your paddleboard reservations in advance as boards do book up quickly on the weekends and other peak times.

• You can book online with What’s Sup at nocosup.com or by calling 855-SUPS-4-YOU or (970) 797-4996.

• You can book online with Rocky Mountain Paddleboard at rockymtnpaddleboard.comand for questions, call (720)943-1132.

You can rent paddleboards at Boyd Lake from Mountain Rentals. The rental location is at the swim beach.

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Mountain Rentals, 401 E. Eisenhower Blvd. in Loveland, rents paddleboards as well. There are even multi-day options. For more information, call (970) 667-2922 or visit mountain rentalsinc.com.

Paddleboard pros renting you boards will give you an overview before you go out on the water.

When you stand the paddle up in front of you and raise your arm above your head, the paddle should reach your wrist.

When you’re in the water, start out on your knees, suggests Rasnick.

“When you do stand, rise with confidence, don’t second-guess it,” she says. (And, if you fall in, know that’s just part of the learning curve!)

Your paddle should be pushing the water down and away, not scooping, Rasnick says. “This seems counterintuitive but makes the biggest difference in your paddle experience.”

A proper stance on your board is shoulder-width apart, Jordan explains. Your knees should be bent -not stiff -- almost like you’re skiing.

“It’s a head-to-toe workout,” Jordan says.

Expect to be sore the next day; you’re working out muscles that you might not hit in a your regular gym workouts.

Jordan recommends going out on the water in the morning and early afternoon hours. It’s not just easier to find parking, but the water is less choppy, too.

A reminder: Be sure to pack sunscreen and a towel.

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If you’re paddling at a moderate speed you can burn anywhere from 300 to 500 calories per hour, according to Rocky Mountain Paddleboard.

But paddleboards can also be great for building strength because when you’re trying to stay steady on the water while performing, say, a plank or squats, you’re engaging your stabilizer muscles.

Paddleboard yoga at Horsetooth Reservoir

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inking o bu ing a addleboa d Love paddleboarding and ready to invest in your own board? While you can find some cheap ones in the $200 to $300 range, experts explain the quality ones start at about $800 and you’ll notice how easily the quality ones glide through the water.

Mountain Rentals in Loveland carries a wide selection, including paddleboards for those who simply enjoy the sport to others designed for racing, whitewater, fishing or yoga.

“Everybody loves this sport,” says Frank Furlott, owner of Mountain Rentals.

He likens paddleboard to riding a bicycle because it’s an easy sport to pick up and it’s something all ages can enjoy.

If you rent a board from Mountain Rentals and decide you want to buy, the rental rate can be applied to your purchase.

Jax Mercantile Co, which has Colorado locations including Fort 20 LoveLand MaGaZIne

Collins, Lafayette, Broomfield and Loveland and sells paddleboards.

Stand up paddleboards come in two different styles: hard fiberglass boards and inflatable boards.

Jax provided some tips for purchasing paddleboards.

Inflatable boards are easy to transport because they deflate and roll into a pack and they’re lightweight. They do require time to inflate and deflate, usually with an electric or hand pump. They also tend to be more durable than fiberglass boards when they come across rocky bottoms.

Hard fiberglass boards need to be transported in a large vehicle or with car racks. They are heavier and cost more than inflatable boards. They’re great for when you have an hour here or there to paddleboard because you don’t need to spend time inflating them. They are more susceptible to scratches and dents, though, according to Jax. If you’re looking for a board that performs well when it ReporterHerald.com/LovelandMagazine

comes to waves and speed, fiberglass boards are a good option.

J • Consider the length of the board.

The longer the board, the straighter and faster it will glide through the water.

• Also consider the width of the board. The wider the board, the more stable it will be.

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By LINDA THORSON BOND for LOVELAND MAGAZINE Why should kids have all the fun?

In Loveland and the surrounding area, adults are hard at play, enjoying pickleball, tennis, kickball, volleyball and more. As summer sports wane, it’s time to sign up for fall and winter leagues to get fit while making friends.

Here are four organizations that welcome adults for fun and fellowship, and maybe a trophy or two: Members of the Loveland Pickleball Club at the June 9th mixer. (Photo courtesy of Bob Monroe)

The Loveland Pickleball Club was founded in 2012 with 20 die-hard pickleball players. Today the membership is approaching 250 players.

Membership is open to anyone who knows how to play the game. All skill levels are welcome.

Bob Monroe, president of the Pickleball Club, said, “Many players

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find the club by word-of-mouth if they know someone who is in the club. Some see people playing on the courts, think it looks like fun and stop and inquire about learning to play.

We also have many people that find our website, www.lovelandpickleballclub.com. This year the club began working with the Loveland Parks and Rec department to provide beginning pickleball skills classes. After people have completed a beginning skills class, we continue to work with them until they are fully ready to join in regular play. At that point, they can choose to join the LPC or not.”

“We play outdoors year-round, weather permitting,” Monroe said. “There are several places that offer indoor play, but the Club has no affiliation with any of these venues. The LPC pays to reserve court times through the Parks and Rec Department for 22 weeks from May through September, the “prime” season of the year.

Courts are reserved at Mehaffey Park from 8 to 10a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, Centennial Park from 8 to 10a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and at Mehaffey Park from 6 to 8p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These sessions are open play for any member of the LPC. Players rotate courts and players after every game which contributes to the social aspects of the game.”

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The Pickleball Club also put on three tournaments each season, a mixer

Loveland Pickleball Club tournament play on June 9. (Photo courtesy of Bob Monroe)

in the spring, a “Dink” tournament in July and an end-of-season club championship in September. This year they’ve also lined up a professional pickleball instructor for a set of clinics for members The membership fee for 2018 is $20 per person for all club activities.

For more information, visit Pickleball- https://lovelandpickleballclub. wordpress.com/.

The mission of Highland Meadows Tennis Center in Windsor is to be a premier community-oriented center for Northern Colorado where tennis belongs to everyone. According to their website, http://www.highlandmeadowstenniscenter.com, “Providing an exceptional facility and quality instruction for players of all ages and levels will be the goal. We will give players the opportunity to reach their full potential by supporting and challenging them to be their very best. HMTC has two indoor courts August/September 2018

and three lighted outdoor courts for year-around play. Members can participate in drills, leagues, ladder play and social events. We also offer a workout facility with a treadmill, elliptical, strengthening machines and free weights. Ball machine rental is also available.”

HMTC offers US Tennis Association league play for all ages and ability levels. They promote competitive

match play in a fun and exciting atmosphere. There are Adult Drills, Clinics & Fitness.

The HMTC league fee includes the USTA online registration fee, balls and courts for all home matches. Registration will begin soon for Fall leagues including ITA Mixed Doubles, CTA Twilight, CTA Adult 65 and over, CTA Women’s Summer Daytime.

Loveland Tennis Open, Mixed Doubles (Photo courtesy of the Longview Tennis Association)

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The league is open to beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels of play. Peak specializes in keeping the leagues competitive yet fun for everyone. They will start to play year round starting next year. As of 2018 they have been playing in the fall, winter, and spring. In 2019 they will start rolling out competitions like Battle of the Gyms, Home Run Derby, Fort Collins Olympics, and other fun weekend competitions.

Contact Diane Westlind with league participation questions at dmwestlind@frii.com. Highland Meadows Tennis Center, 970.217.9291, 6755 Crystal Downs Drive, Windsor, CO 80550, http://www.highlandmeadowstenniscenter.com.

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This year, more than 1100 people participated in the sports leagues at Peak League Sports in Fort Collins.

Founder Nick Valone said, “Peak League Sports is all about creating a fun atmosphere - that’s probably why a lot of the people who join the league are returning athletes. We want our players to feel like this is THEIR league. Our motto is: it’s more than just sports, it’s a lifestyle.”

Peak caters to every skill level and throws in fun events such as the Battle of the Breweries. Registration is now open online for the sports that start in September including Flag Football, Dodge Ball, Kickball, 24 LOVELAND MAGAZINE

Boot Camp, Hiking Club and Soccer.

The cost depends on the sport, but typically a full team costs $250, small group $50, and an individual $20.

One of the best aspects of Peak League Sports is the accommodation for the size of the group. There’s the “free agent,” for people who want to join solo, meet new people and be placed on a team. It’s all right to ask to be put on an already formed team with friends. The “small group” level is for a person and two friends who want to sign up for a sport. Those two friends are added to the registration after checkout. The “Full Team” level is for team captains who sign

Team Spicy Wombats (Photo courtesy of Nick Valone)

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end of the season party. To register for leagues call 970-460-4004 or go to www.playpeakleague.com.

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Team Borderline. (Photo courtesy of Nick Valone)

email three to seven days before the season starts. The schedule will then be posted on the website.

themselves and their teammates to a roster after they register.

To sign up, go to the website, playpeakleague.com, and register. You’ll first get an email confirming that you’re signed up, then you’ll get an

The Hatfield Chilson Recreation Center has been the full service fitness, sports, and aquatics recreation center in Loveland since1987.

Adult sports include winter men’s and women’s basketball. For fall there is women’s and coed volleyball; coed kickball; coed soccer; men’s, women’s, coed, church and doubleheader softball. Registration has already begun for fall sports. You can sign up as a free agent or part of a specific team.

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Improving fitness and injury-free athletic performance

By JUDY FINMAN for LOVELAND MAGAZINE With sports conditioning a year-round endeavor in Colorado, getting some expert advice on the subject is helpful. Read what four medical specialists in our Northern Colorado community have to say.

Dr. Colleen Dupuis is a primary care sports medicine physician at Banner Health Clinic in Greeley and Loveland.

She says, “It is important to understand that each person has different fitness motivations, goals, personal health, and therefore requires a unique fitness plan.

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reason kids exercise, so it is important to keep sports enjoyable and low stress for children. Some people choose to exercise for their overall health, and others are competitive athletes. Knowing why you want to exercise can help you set and achieve your goals.

“Setting goals is a very important part in creating a fitness plan, as your training should be specific to the goals you hope to achieve. If your goal is to run a marathon, training will be more specific to endurance exercise. If your goal is to improve your skiing, you may try to do more low body and core strengthening exercises.

“Finally, understanding your starting level of fitness can allow you to better plan how to achieve your athletic goals.

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One example of this is that as people age, their muscle mass and balance often decline. Understanding this and adding in resistance training and balance exercises can help with the sports or hobbies they have goals of pursuing. Also, a person who is recently recovering from an injury or surgery may have to do injury specific exercises or physical therapy as part of their workout regimen. If you have a pre-existing injury or concerns about what type of exercise is safe for you, it is important to consult with a doctor before starting a workout program.”

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to each person’s motivations, goals, and fitness levels.”

Dr. Sunil Jani, an orthopedist at UCHealth Orthopedics Clinic in Longmont, is glad to share two of his axioms: The first, “Age does not equal pain,” means that no matter how old you are, your knees and shoulders and other parts of your body don’t have to hurt.

Dr. Jani’s second principle, “If you rest, you rust, ” warns about not being physically active. “Find something you enjoy doing, are passionate about, even walking your dogs or watching birds,” he advises.

For folks who go skiing and snowboarding, he says, “Whether people are on the groomers or bumps or back country, they will benefit from cross training, especially in summer and fall.”

He describes cross training as basic training with one thing in mind: training for one sport by doing other sports and activities. It can be a complementary exercise; for example, endurance running up and down hills would be a good exercise for skiing and snowboarding.

He recommends that if you are undertaking a running program for a 5k or marathon, for example, apply the Rule of 20 percent. It states that you should never increase your weekly mileage by more than 20 percent over the previous week. If you run five minutes the first week, increase to six minutes – not more – the second week.

“If you have specific goals and you’re worried about having too little time to get ready, a personal trainer or coach can help with endurance and strengthening,” he says. “Of course, patients who are doing physical therapy or rehab should talk to their therapists about training.”

Physical Therapist Jennifer Farnell, who is Lead Therapist at Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital in Johnstown, says: “There are several variables that must be considered in sports and the individual performing the sport.

What level of conditioning/physical health are you currently in? How familiar are you with the sport you would like to attempt? What are the sport’s specific demands (intensity, dynamic movements required, opponents, environmental conditions, anaerobic vs. aerobic needs, etc.)?”

She points out, “Special considerations are needed for your general health. If you have any concerns, family histories, or current history of cardiovascular or pulmonary issues, please contact your

“A lot of control in skiing is coming from your hips; for the hips do lateral jumps. For your core, your abdominals and back, try planks and side planks.”

Dr. Jani says that while most people don’t need medical supervision of their sports conditioning program, “If you have heart or lung problems, or for anything else you are concerned about, check with your medical doctor.”

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primary care physician prior to initiating any new exercise or conditioning regimen. Pre-existing injuries should also be monitored by your physician and/or your physical therapist. Self-monitor for pain or worsening condition that may alert you to seek medical advice.

“Injury prevention should be a priority.

Some soreness is expected after exercise.

However, any sharp, shooting, radiating pain, or pain that does not go away at rest, is not normal. You should seek consultation from a medical professional.

Rest periods, rest days, and sleep are crucial in preventing injury. Proper form of any activity, exercise, or sport is key and should be the focus of your exercise session. Nutrition also plays a vital role in remaining healthy and fueling your sports conditioning efforts.

a time and allow approxi“Basics of conditioning mately one week prior your body for activto adjusting another. It’s ity can be simplified wise in the conditionin the SAID principle ing phase of training to (specific adaptation to cross train. This means impose demands). This using a wide variety of means that you have to methods of exercises to demand enough from boost your strength and your body that it needs cardiovascular fitness. to make a change for For example, to perform the better/stronger. cardio, you could walk, If you’re considering run, bike, swim, or use cardio you have to push Fernando Techy, M.D. (Photo an elliptical to achieve yourself into more than courtesy of ClinTech) a similar cardiovascular what your norm is. It is esponse. This helps prevent overuse recommended to perform cardio for apinjuries and burnout.” proximately 30 minutes, 3-5 days per week at 50-70% of your maximum heart rate.

Maximum heart rate can be determined by subtracting your age from 220. This allows Fernando Techy, M.D., Spine Surgeon for variation in age. at the ClinTech Center for Spine and Orthopedic Health in Johnstown, says, “Strength training should be completed “Hand in hand with nutrition, exercise 2-3 times per week. A good way to judge is also important for physical wellbeing the appropriate weight to use is as foland overall health. The correct combinalows: When performing 10-15 repetition of aerobic and anaerobic exercise tions, the last 2 reps should be difficult is paramount to a fit body and injury but able to complete. You can modify prevention. Different sports and physical many variables of your exercise routine activities recruit different muscle groups. as you progress, such as speed, duration, Clearly, every sport and activity requires resistance, and decreasing rest periods. different types of physical preparations Once in a routine, change one variable at based on aerobic and anaerobic exercises.

“It is very important to consult a trusted health care provider before beginning any diet or exercise program. This will ensure you are healthy enough and cardiovascular fit to perform

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will ensure you are healthy enough and cardiovascular fit to perform exercise. These professionals also recommend the correct type of exercise that is right for the activity you want to perform.

“There are different fitness programs dedicated to different sports. Many programs are available for skiing, running, mountain biking, road biking and team sports.

Every sport and activity is susceptible to injury, but through proper training and fitness, injury is less likely to occur. Core strength, healthy body weight index, muscle strength, development, and good nutrition are extremely important in preventing injuries.”

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Bicycle Basics – From Safety Tips to Trail Updates

By ELISE OBERLIESEN for LOVELAND MAGAZINE The expanse of paved bike trails and additional bike lanes in Northern Colorado makes bike commuting and recreational riding one of the hippest ways to get around town. As this twowheeled craze gains speed, we decided to share some biking updates including new trail infrastructure to safety tips.

r Before you pedal off to work or take that quick trip to the supermarket, it’s a good idea to brush up on bike laws. Many people do not realize that the law requires that bicyclists on the roadways must ride with the flow of traffic, says Jamie GaskillFox with Fort Collins-based Bike Ambassador Program. While it seems like a no-brainer, plenty of people don’t realize it, she said.

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the No. 1 way to get hit (by a vehicle) in urban areas. And it’s against the law,” said Gaskill, who teaches bike and driver safety courses at local businesses and municipalities.

Gaskill provided training to the City of Loveland to help employees learn safety tips, said Katie Guthrie, AICP, principal city planner.

“She gave us a bicycle friendly driver training so that when we are driving our city vehicles, we understand the laws and can keep bicyclists safe.”

During training, Gaskill presented photos that depict how much space drivers must give cyclists when passing them on the road. Guthrie said the visual aid was very helpful. When passing a cyclist on the road, Colorado state law 1requires drivers to give cyclists three feet clearance, starting at the right side of the vehicle, which includes vehicle “projections” like a side-mirror.

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No one wants to cause a bike crash nor does anyone want to be on the receiving end of one. That’s why it’s important for both cyclists and motorists to work together to prevent crashes, says Gaskill.

Motorists can help fellow cyclists by doing one simple thing—look both directions before turning—something Gaskill says is not happening nearly enough.

“If you are driving a motor vehicle and you want to turn right, you should look both directions before turning. By looking left and right, and checking the roadway and sidewalk, you can prevent a crash,” said Gaskill.

Bike fatalities in the United States have steadily risen over the years, according to a report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association 2 (GHSA).

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“New research shows that bicyclist deaths rose 12.2 percent to 818 in 2015, the largest percentage increase of all roadway user groups that year.”

In 2017, the Colorado Department of Transportation reported 16 bike fatalities, and 12 fatalities have been reported so far this year, points out Sam Cole, communications manager with the agency.

“Roads in Colorado are getting more congested,” said Cole, something he said may be contributing to the problem. Commuting to work by bike has also grown in popularity, he added, which is likely another contributing factor.

In looking at the data, the GHSA report identified that in many bikerelated crashes, motorists did not see the bicyclist, and bicyclists assumed that drivers could see them.

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6 a.m. and 6 p.m.—that’s the most common time that crashes occur, suggests the report.

Here’s a little buzz kill to consider before you sign up for a craft brew pub crawl by bike. The GHSA report cited alcohol use in 37 percent of the 2015 bicyclist fatalities—and not just from drivers under the influence.

Just look around—whether you pedal a mountain bike, road bike or the electric kind—you are in good company as the City of Loveland works hard to connect bike paths around town.

Anyone prefer dirt trails? Devil’s Backbone is a staple, in terms of Loveland single track trails. The original trail was eight miles long, but now it connects to Horsetooth and Lory State Park so cyclists can enjoy about 80 miles of trails.

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“We’ve pooled our resources together with Larimer County to acquire property, including Devil’s Backbone, a natural area with a trail system,” said Kelly Smith, PLA, ASLA, park planner with the City of Loveland parks and recreation department.

“We’ve been collaborating with the city of Fort Collins and Larimer County on a number of projects,” said, Smith, which includes the Colorado Front Range Trail, Prairie Ridge Trail, (2019 completion date), and the Longview Trail.

Smith said they are putting finishing touches on the Longview Trail which is expected to be finished around mid-August. Once complete, it will connect Fort Collins and Loveland.

The Longview Trail also includes a portion of the Recreation Trail at Taft and 57th Street—the 20 mile

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“We’re starting to sell more of the front and rear flashing lights for bikes,” said Sieczko.

Flashing lights are used during the day so the cyclist can be seen more easily, he said.

“At night you need a solid light so that cars see you, and to light the way so you can see the path.”

“It’s a 10 foot wide paved trail in most sections, but there are a couple of gaps. We are working with two private land owners to secure trail easements for these sections,” said Smith.

The project completion date for the gap that will connect Longview Trail and Wintergreen Housing Development is still under negotiation as city officials coordinate efforts with the BNSF railroad, she added.

The City installed a bike counter on the Longview Trail to collect usage data from cyclists and pedestrians,

said Smith. The counter will also capture directional use and peak times of usage.

“The data will substantiate the need for more trail infrastructure. We will use that data for more grant applications,” she said.

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Sieczko hears the excuse mill on why people won’t wear them, but he says it’s the best way to protect your skull before taking a ride. And it only costs about 40 or 50 bucks for a decent helmet.

“A lot of people say, but it messes up my hair if I wear a helmet. But so does brain surgery when they have to shave off their hair.”

Keep in mind, it’s just as important to keep your bike well maintained, he said.

“Make sure you have a properly operating bike.

If you need to hit the breaks and they are not working properly, then maybe you won’t stop in time to avoid an accident,” said Sieczko.

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By RHEMA ZLATEN for LOVELAND MAGAZINE A buffet of sweet mix-ins and almost too-many-to-choose-from flavors brand Cold Stone ice cream, a worldwide purveyor of sugary cold novelties. But what many people may not know is that Cold Stone stores are primarily local franchises. Two years ago, one Northern Colorado couple, Joe and An Leuthmers, decided to take on the challenge of re-opening the Loveland Cold Stone location, now at the Thompson Valley Towne Center.

Many flavor options at Cold Stone Creamery (Tim Seibert/Loveland Magazine)

opening a Cold Stone location, so they opened the Fort Collins location off of Laurel.

“It was going well, so I just wanted to expand,” Joe said.

“There are some people [who] don’t understand fully what we are,” Joe said. “One, [we are] local. And two, we make our ice cream fresh every day. It is not corporately owned.”

The couple was looking to start a business somewhere in Northern Colorado where they could serve the community and a place where “we could give back and where our business could thrive. It was amazing to find the spot we are in now,” An said.

The Leuthmers first entered the ice cream business after Joe was laid off from newspaper circulation work in his early 50s. He and An (short for Andrea) decided to try their hand at

After the Centerra Cold Stone location closed several years ago, the Cold Stone franchisers decided to give the Loveland market a rest for a few years. During that time, Joe and

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An purchased the franchise and then opened the new Loveland location in July of 2016. Now Joe manage the two stores. An fills in with whatever is needed, from creating coupons to running their social media and buying decorations for the holiday season. In addition to running the two stores, they both serve in pastoral

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their new familiy. That’s the great think about being local – you have an interest in youth that keeps going.”

The couple also likes to offer fundraising opportunities for students and non-profits in the area.

“Ice cream is a great thing to be able to give away,” An said. “Sometimes we have businesses or schools or non-profits that ask us to donate at a reduced cost, which is what we love to do. Kids will come in and ask about ice cream for their schools. We do it for churches. We did it for our granddaughter’s softball team. Ice cream makes people smile. It is really fun to be able to give ice cream away.”

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roles at Timberline church’s Windsor satellite campus.

The Leuthmers stay work to stay connected to the Loveland community by training many local youth to enter the workforce. For a large majority of Leuthmer’s workers, his Cold Stone is their first job.

times… Joe is the marketer so he always comes up with idea… like hey, there are always flights of wine and beer, so why not have flights of ice cream?”

They also feature an extensive array of ice cream cakes.

“Being in Loveland now with a lot of families, we take pride in having some of the best ice cream cakes in Loveland,” Joe said.

Most of all, the Leuthmers enjoy the fun culture ice cream creates.

The Leuthmers like to add personal touches to their stores by exploring new ice cream flavor creations. Some of the most popular ones so far at the Loveland store are salted caramel, pistachio, chocolate truffle, banana and cinnamon. Every day they freshly make 20 different ice cream flavors.

They also craft ice cream sandwiches, cupcakes and ice cream cakes.

“Mostly the flavors come from corporate,” An said. “But some-

“I employ a lot of crew members … so it is a learning experience,” Joe said. “I like that. It is kind of cool when you are at the store and you barely recognize a customer coming in, and then you realize it is someone who worked for you as a freshman in college, and they come in later with

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“Here’s the thing about having an ice cream store,” An said.

“We wrestled with what kind of store to open and thought about how most people don’t go into an ice cream store grumpy. But if they do, or they do come in not so happy, usually they leave with a smile.

Ice cream makes people smile.

It makes people happy. It is a great business to have because rarely do we have customers who are not satisfied.”

“It is really hard to mess up an ice cream order, as opposed to getting a burger that’s not done properly,” Joe said.

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“The corn roast festival is Loveland’s longest-standing festival, a dear tradition, and a staple for our community,” says Mindy McCloughan, President and CEO of Loveland Chamber of Commerce.

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day August 24 at 5 pm, followed by the popular corn shucking contest at 5:30. As shucked corn is hauled away to be cleaned, cooled, and prepared for Saturday’s festivities, energizing band Soul School will conclude the evening, performing from 8 – 10 p.m.

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Saturday morning opens with a pancake breakfast sponsored by Elk Lodge, followed by the festival parade, featuring the theme #LiveLoveland, at 9:30 am. This year, best viewing spots, will be along Lincoln through 4th and 5th, and between 6th and 4th streets on Washington, McCloughan says.

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race, a popular corn hole competition, more music featuring jazz band Dotsero and country artists JAKE GILL, and special Kids Zone activities. “This year we’re really excited to be incorporating the Live Loveland interactive art festival,” McCloughan says. “Local artists will be engaging kids of all ages in a range of media, from paint-by-number to mosaics to clay.”

Want to be involved? The Corn Roast Festival is always seeking volunteers, for everything from cooking the corn to manning booths. E-mail mmccloughan@loveland.org if interested.

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Visitors get to wander along the sidewalks and watch local and regional artists, both professional and amateur, create works of art right at their feet.

There’s even a children’s art area where kids can get in on the creative fun.

Families can also enjoy live music, food and an Artist Marketplace, before voting for their pick in the People’s Choice awards. Designated judges also select their favorites and award cash prizes to the winning artists. pastelson5th.org

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For 45 years, the Good Samaritan Society-Loveland Village has offered housing and supportive services to seniors of all faith and beliefs.

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