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Annual Events

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Dining Directory

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Lodging Directory

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Education

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Worship

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Real Estate

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Medical Services

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Maps Craig & Moffat County

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Hunting

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Culture

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Clubs & Organizations

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Fun Attractions

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Get Connected

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Craig Mayor Terry Carwile

Welcomes You Craig, Colorado lies along the Yampa River where the river valley opens into the vast reaches of Moffat County. Located near the eastern Moffat County boundary, it is the halfway point between Denver and Salt Lake City and is a very important economic hub in Northwest Colorado. It is also less than a two-hour drive south from Craig to I-70, and less than a two-hour drive north to I-80. Since its incorporation in 1908 and with the arrival of the railroad a few years later, Craig has always been a center of commerce in the region.

With stunning alpine landscapes in the Elkhead Mountains to the north, the Williams Fork Mountains to the south and the fabulous high desert to the west, the City of Craig is in a perfect position to offer travelers and visitors opportunities for outdoor recreation, old west and Native American historical exploration and the enjoyment of other local amenities.

Craig works hard to improve the economic health of the community and provide quality services to its citizens. Our partnerships with county government, the chamber of commerce,

the economic development partnership and other important organizations serve to enhance the quality of life in the Yampa Valley.

A new community college campus and a new hospital, along with other upcoming community improvements make Craig a great place to bring a family, or locate a business, or both!

Welcome to Craig!

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Annual Events JANUARY

Diamonds and Spurs — The Craig Rotary Club presents a formal evening for adults that includes an upscale catered dinner and dancing on the fourth Saturday of January at the Moffat County Fairgrounds Pavilion. A silent auction also takes place and proceeds go to Craig Rotary’s scholarship fund, literacy program and more.

Craig residents have labeled the event as “adult prom.” Call (970) 826-4444 for more information.

FEBRUARY Art Walk & Taste of Chocolate — The annual event showcases local artists’ work each February. Hundreds of art lovers stroll through historic downtown Craig businesses to see a variety of artwork from area artists.

Chocolate tasting and music are available at various locations. Call (970) 824-8148.

the same weekend of Art Walk & Taste of Chocolate. Call (970) 824-1081.

Wyman’s Winter Festival — Each winter, the Wyman Living History Museum in Craig hosts its annual snow event at the museum on Presidents Day Weekend. Events include the Western Antique Snowmobile Show, X-treme Mountain Races, a chili cook-off, sleigh rides, sledding for the children and ice sculptures. It’s family and community fun for everyone. Call (970) 824-6346 for more information.

State of the City/County — Find out who the upcoming candidate are for each election cycle at the State of the City/County. City and county officials also discuss budgetary news and important information pertaining to the community. Call (970) 824-5689.

MARCH Kiwanis Play — The all-male Craig Kiwanis Club puts on its annual satirical play each March, where men dress up like women and make fun of government officials, local businesses and media. The skits are hilarious, and Craig residents look forward to the event each year. Proceeds help fund the Kiwanis scholarships. For more information, call (970) 824-8033.

KRAI Spring Expo — Craig’s local radio station, KRAI 93.7 FM, hosts an annual spring expo each March where Northwest Colorado’s new products from local merchants and artists are on display for purchase and viewing. Call the radio station at (970) 824-6574 for more information.

Connections 4 Kids “Cherish the Little Things” Art Show — Each year, Connections 4 Kids displays art from kids in the community.

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Bear River Young Life Banquet — The Bear River Young Life Banquet features a dessert buffet each March. It’s the organization’s annual fundraiser, and it also informs the public about Young Life’s plans for the upcoming year and accomplishments of years past. For more

information, call (970) 629-9600 or visit www.bearriver.younglife.org.

APRiL health Fair — the annual Health Fair’s goal is to promote health and wellbeing in Craig. it provides low-cost blood work and free health screenings. the event will be held from 7 a.m. to noon on April 26 at the Memorial Hospital in Craig. For more information, call (970) 824-9411.

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MAY home and garden show — the annual show is a great place to start your spring project list. the event is sponsored by the Craig daily Press and is held on Mother’s day weekend this year.

For more information, call (970) 875-1788.

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sombrero ranches horse Drive — For three generations, cowboys have driven horses through Maybell every spring as they relocate the heard from their winter range near Browns Park to the summer pastures at Big Gulch. the public is welcome to attend this event, which is one of the biggest horse drives in the country.

More than 600 horses stroll through town on U.S. Highway 40. the several-day drive starts in early May each year. Call (970) 824-5689 for more information. special olympics — Special olympians from across the region converge in Craig to compete in weightlifting, track and fi eld and swimming events. the Craig Kiwanis Club and many volunteers help out. For more information, call (970) 824-8033.

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ANNUAL E V E NTS Where the Hell’s Maybell Bike Ride — This annual scenic spring bike ride takes cyclists from Craig to Maybell along with refreshments in Lay. The event takes place on May 17. Call (970) 826-2029 for more information.

Brown’s Amusement Carnival — There’s something for everyone at the annual colorful carnival, including rides, games, cotton candy and more. The carnival will take place from May 22 through 26 at Moffat County Fairgrounds.

Grand Olde West Days — The annual festival has bull riding, a carnival, vendors and more.

It takes place May 23 through 26 in downtown Craig, among other locations. Call (970) 824-2151 for more information or visit www. grandoldewestdays.com.

Wild West Weekend — Rodeo activities such as bucking broncos, mutton busting, barrel riding and a cowboy poetry dinner will take place on May 24 and 25 at Moffat County Fairgrounds.

Call (970) 824-8621 for more information.

JUNE Cops & Kids Fishing Day — The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office and the Craig Police Department host a fun day of fishing for Craig’s youth each June at the Craig Safety Center pond that is stocked with fish. Barbecue and fishing is on the rosters.

For more information, call (970) 824-4495.

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Whittle the Wood Rendezvous — This is Craig’s premier event each year at LoudySimpson Park. It’s a competition between chainsaw artists from across the nation who create art from tree trunks. The public is invited to watch 10 artists saw into large cottonwood logs, creating amazing works of art. The event runs from June 11 through 14, and features live music, vendors, food, a beer garden and more. As part of the entertainment, this year’s headlining band is Atlanta Rhythm Section. For more information, visit www.whittlethewood.com.

Farmers Market — From produce to homemade sweets, stroll through downtown Craig’s Alice Pleasant Park on Yampa Avenue to find delicious goods to take home. The market is open from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays from mid-June through September.

Young Life & Colorado Cruisers Car & Motorcycle Show — A fundraiser for Bear River Young Life, the car and motorcycle show exhibits vehicles of all shapes, sizes and conditions. On Friday, June 13 multiple events will take place at Loudy-Simpson Park. On Saturday, June 14 cars will start lining up at 8 a.m. along Yampa Avenue. For more information call (970) 629-9600 or visit www.bearriver.younglife.org.

JULY Little Britches Rodeo — Little britches hosts a full youth rodeo each year at Moffat County Fairgrounds. This year the event takes place July 1 and 2. For more information, call (970) 629-3260.

Fourth of July Parade — The annual Fourth of July Parade is a sight to see. Community members, local businesses, government officials, Veterans of Foreign War, the American Legion, a community band and more march down downtown’s Victory Way to show their patriotic pride.

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Fourth of July Fireworks — Each year, Craig Fire/Rescue treats the city to a 45-minute fireworks show each independence day from Moffat County High School. For more information, call (970) 824-5914. relay For life — the American Cancer Society Relay For Life receives a strong outpouring of support from Craig residents. Each year, the community comes together for the all-night fundraiser for cancer awareness and prevention. the event takes place on July 15 at Moffat County High School. Call 800-227-2345.

Moffat County balloon Festival — Colorful hot air balloon rides, vendors, live music and activities for kids are only a few of the attractions at the annual balloon festival that takes place at Loudy-Simpson Park Aug. 2 and 3. Hot air balloon pilots fill the sky with their colorful balloons. For more information, call (970) 826-4444 or visit www.mcballoonfestival.com.

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ANNUAL E V E NTS SEPTEMBER

Moffat County Fair — All of the hard work that residents and 4-H members put into raising animals, growing food and creating arts and crafts each year are awarded at the annual Moffat County Fair. The weeklong event takes place Aug. 3 through 9 at the Moffat County Fairgrounds and includes animal judging, vendors and some quirky contests, including Catch A Pig. Call (970) 824-9180 or visit www.moffatcountyfair.com for more information.

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Sheep Wagon Days — This annual event educates Craig’s youth about Moffat County’s sheep industry and history. The event takes place at the Wyman Living History Museum where participants learn about shearing sheep to how to fully use the lamb, whether it be for wool or meat. Authentic wagons are also on display at along with a petting zoo that includes sheep, goats, llamas and more. The event takes place Sept. 11 through 13. Call (970) 824-2335 for more information or visit www.sheepwagondays.com.

OCTOBER Crabfest — If you’re looking for a seafood fix, Crabfest will fill your tummy with all you can eat fresh king crab legs. The event is hosted by the Craig Chamber of Commerce, featuring food, a live and silent auction, drinks and comedic performance. It’s become a Craig tradition, and even city officials strap on a bib and get crackin’. Call (970) 824-5689.

ANNUAL E V E NTS Wyman’s pumpkin patch — the best part of fall happens in october when pumpkins are plucked, bought and carved for Halloween.

For those who like a plethora of pumpkins to choose from, the Wyman Pumpkin Patch is where you want to go. the event usually takes place in mid-october. Call (970) 824-6346.

Winter arts & Crafts show — Vendors from Craig and surrounding areas gather to sell their homemade crafts and goodies at Craig’s Centennial Mall on dec. 12 and 13. For more information, visit www.centennialmall.com.

NOVEMBER holiday Crafts show — Vendors from Craig and surrounding areas gather to sell their homemade crafts and goodies. the show takes place in early nov. 7 and 8 at Craig’s Centennial Mall. Visit www.centennialmall.com for more information.

Festival of trees — Celebrate the holidays with this event sponsored by Moffat County United Way, as local businesses and organizations dress up Christmas trees and put them on display in the Moffat County Courthouse. the good cheer lasts from december through part of January and also includes special viewing days.

For more information, call (970) 824-6222.

parade of lights — the annual parade rings in the Christmas season for Craig. Floats decorated in lights make their way down the main streets of Craig. the parade is at the end of november. Call (970) 824-5689.

dECEMBER Cowboy Christmas — the Boys & Girls Club of Craig hosts a fancy dinner with dancing, live music and live and silent auctions. the proceeds go to help the club, which provides after-school services to Craig’s youth. the event takes place in early december each year.

For more information, call (970) 826-0411.

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Krai & 55 Country holiday Drive — A perfect opportunity to give back to the community. the drive will be held dec. 4 and 5 at Centennial Mall where community members can donate cash, food and goods to kids, the needy and senior citizens for the holiday season. Call (970) 824-6574.

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Dining Directory

American

Castle Ranch Steakhouse in the Clarion Inn 300 S. Colorado Highway 13, Craig (970) 824-4000

Mom & Pop’s BBQ 1740 E. Highway 40, Craig (970) 824-0322

Asian

Cool Water Grille 337 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-1756

Galaxy Restaurant & Lounge 524 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-8164

Double Barrel Steakhouse 351 Ranney St., Craig (970) 620-4490

Ocean Pearl 441 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-8888

OP Bar & Grill 534 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-8918 Thunder Rolls Bowling Center 990 Industrial Ave., Craig (970) 824-2695 Tin Cup Grill 2179 Highway 394, Craig (970) 824-3764 Village Inn 1103 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-9600

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J.W. Snack’s Bar & Grill 210 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 826-0468

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Italian

Carelli’s Pizzeria & Pasta 465 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-6868 Domino’s Pizza 1111 W. Victory Way #124, Craig (970) 824-4855 Gino’s Neighborhood Pizzeria and Grill 572 Breeze St., Craig (970) 824-6323 Pizza Hut 1070 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-6531

Mexican

Fiesta Jalisco 401 N. Ranney St., Craig (970) 826-0500

la Cabaña 994 Yampa Ave. (970) 824-5051 los Jilbertos 905 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-9572 vallarta’s, Centennial Mall 1111 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-9812

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bear valley inn 755 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-8101

traveler inn 2690 W. Highway 40, Craig (970) 824-7066 or 1-800-458-7228

best Western plus Deer park inn & suites 262 Commerce St., Craig (970) 824-9282 1-888-328-1155

trav-o-tel Motel 224 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-8171

Candlewood suites 92 Commerce St., Craig (970) 824-8400 Colorado inn & suites 205 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-3274

Westward Motel 517 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-3413 or (970) 326-5500 valley vista inn 2855 W. Victory Way 970-620-4560

Craig Campground 2800 E. U.S. Highway 40, Craig (970) 824-5105 El Monte inn 441 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-8888 Elk run inn 627 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 826-4444 or 1-888-696-9720

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Education Preschool

High school

Eagle’s Nest Preschool 1050 Yampa Ave. (970) 824-2552

Moffat County High School 900 Finley Lane, Craig (970) 824-7036

Early Childhood Center 775 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-7457

Alternative school

Elementary school East Elementary School 600 Texas Ave., Craig (970) 824-6042 Ridgeview Elementary School 600 Westridge Road, Craig (970) 824-7018 Sandrock Elementary School 201 E. Ninth St., Craig (970) 824-3287 Sunset Elementary School 800 W. Seventh St., Craig (970) 824-5762 Maybell School 30 Haynes Ave., Maybell (970) 272-3266 All Craig elementary schools offer preschool through fifth grade. Maybell has kindergarten through eighth grade and is open to Craig students.

Middle school Craig Middle School 915 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-3289

YES Alternative Program 775 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 826-6291 GOAL Academy 1111 W. Victory Way, Ste. 112, Craig (970) 208-6329 goalac.org

Private school Calvary Baptist School 1050 Yampa Ave. (970) 824-3111

Home school Northwest Colorado Home School Association (970) 824-6911

College Colorado Northwestern Community College 2801 W. Ninth St. (970) 824-1100 1-800-562-1105 www.cncc.edu

School administration Moffat County School District Administration 775 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-3268 www.moffatsd.org

Moffat County School District total enrollment: 2,241 Fall 2013 count Moffat County High School graduation rates: MCHS: 87 percent | State: 77 percent 16

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Learning at all levels Moffat County School District

Moffat County School District is rich with learning opportunities for the students of Craig, seeing about 2,200 every year.

Starting with the youngest residents, the district offers multiple preschool options for children between the ages of 3 and 5, who can attend morning or afternoon sessions at the Early Childhood Center within the district administration building. The program is the hub for all early childhood development in MCSD and is staffed by numerous child care professionals.

Preschool is also offered through each of the four elementary schools within Craig city limits: East, Ridgeview, Sandrock and Sunset. They are spread across town and each feature their own charms and dedicated teachers for their students ranging from all-day kindergarten to fifth grade. Programs promoting literacy are student and parent favorites, and the schools continue to implement technology into the classroom more and more each year to enhance their children’s worldviews.

Beyond city limits is Maybell School, about 30 miles to the west, which serves rural residents of Moffat County, including students traveling from Craig. Formerly only for elementary ages, the school recently added grades six, seven and eight. As

perhaps the last one-room schoolhouse in Colorado, the small student body receives close attention utilizing the specially designed STE 2 A 2M curriculum, which emphasizes science, technology, energy, engineering, arts, agriculture and mathematics.

Craig Middle School offers a gateway between the elementary level and high school for kids from sixth through eighth grade with the newest school building in the district. A greater number of extracurricular activities start at this level, including school sports teams at grade seven, ensuring students are receiving a well-rounded education.

As the institution that prepares teenagers for adulthood, Moffat County High School features a wide array of programs for students of any interest, whether they’re accomplished athletes, talented artists or high-achieving academics who plan to go on to do great things in the career world. Enrolling in dual-credit programs through Colorado Northwestern Community College allows upperclassmen to complete college courses ahead of time.

Some students have been known to finish their senior year with both a high school diploma and an associate’s degree simultaneously, demonstrating the kind of triumphs Moffat County School District can produce.

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For parents seeking a different experience for their children beyond the traditional public school classroom, there are choices within Craig.

For high school ages, Moffat County School district provides the Youth Experiencing Success Alternative Program, which caters to students who feel Moffat County High School isn’t the best fi t for them, whether they feel uncomfortable in a larger school setting or if they have other needs, such as a unique family situation or even a full-time job. the Alternative School allows students to chart their own course with four-hour sessions at the MCSd administration building or at home, if necessary, using the computer-based Apex Learning, which covers the same educational standards as MCHS. the style of the program also allows them to participate in MCHS elective classes and extracurricular activities and sports if they’re inclined, while being able to either catch up to where their peers are, or, in some cases, graduate high school early and move on to college or a career sooner.

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A similar set-up is available in Craig with GoAL Academy. the Guided online Academic Learning program, not associated with the local school district, functions as an online charter school with locations across Colorado.

Craig’s site is within Centennial Mall and allows students to work with local instructors in a flexible environment suited to their needs.

Parents who would like to see their children’s education include more of a faith element can enroll younger kids in Eagle’s nest Preschool through Calvary Baptist Church. For ages kindergarten and older, Calvary Baptist School is a nondenominational private school that utilizes the Accelerated Christian Education program. Space is limited for this school, which has been in operation since 2010.

Many families in Craig employ a home school format, and a number of them are involved with northwest Colorado Home School Association. the organization is also Christian-based and nondenominational and serves as a local cooperative support network, with parents and children collaborating frequently by sharing resources, ideas, techniques and more to create the best possible learning environment.

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Colorado Northwestern Community College When it comes to post-secondary education, the Craig community has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years and will only continue to expand.

In 2011, Colorado Northwestern Community College’s Craig campus went from being a small central location with buildings spread all over town to a single larger site where all its academic programs could thrive.

CNCC offers many options for a variety of interests. Its career and technical programs allow pupils to get hands-on experience in the field that could become a lifelong job for them, such as cosmetology, massage therapy, mine training and auto and diesel technology, with ample space for practical learning. The college’s proximity to The Memorial Hospital adds to a strong partnership between TMH and CNCC’s nursing program.

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Courses in subjects like English, biology, business studies and more are transferable to larger schools should students decide to move on to a different path. State legislation passed in February 2014 will allow all Colorado community colleges the right to feature fouryear bachelor of applied science degrees, something which CNCC is currently discussing for certain programs in Craig and at its Rangely campus.

Thanks to taxpayer funding, the regular instate tuition rate is half for CNCC students who have lived in Colorado for more than one year and Moffat County for more than six months, allowing an affordable college experience for full-time students or for those hoping to enhance their knowledge in a single subject.

Additionally, the school hosts many events to which all are welcome, fulfilling its goal as a place for the community to learn.

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Where to Worship Apostolic Lighthouse Church 3107 W. First St., Craig (970) 824-2496 Pastor Tony Bohrer

Faith Lutheran Church 580 Green St., Craig (970) 824-3043 Pastor John Turner

Calvary Baptist Church 1050 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-5222 www.calvarycraig.org Pastor Tim Adams

First Congregational United Church of Christ 630 Green St., Craig (970) 824-6836 Rev. Michael Kirchhoff

Church of Destiny Boys & Girls Club of Craig 1352 N. Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-4486 Pastor Parrish Terry The Church of God 680 Washington St., Craig (970) 826-2916, (970) 629-2085 Pastor Gerald Cox Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1295 W. Ninth St., Craig (970) 824-4620 Bishops Kent Nielson, R.J. Crookston and Jeff Womble Craig Assembly of God 1150 E. Ninth St., Craig (970) 824-8224 Craig Christian Church 960 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-6024 www.craigchurch.org office@craigchurch.org Minister Scott Middleton, Associate Doug Field Church of Christ 795 Green St., Craig (970) 824-3176

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Friendship United Methodist Church 700 Barclay St., Craig (970) 824-7939 Pastors Phillip & Karen Gibson Jehovah’s Witness 665 Westridge Road, Craig (970) 824-2101 The Journey at First Baptist Church 1150 W. Ninth St., Craig (970) 824-5926 www.thejourneyatfb.org Pastor Len Browning Lutheran Church of Grace-ELCA 657 Green St., Craig (970) 824-3470 New Creation Church 520 Westridge Road, Craig (970) 826-0792 Pastors Jason & Tracey Haskell New Testament Christian Church 1055 County Road 7 (970) 824-5604 Minister Corky Johnson Ridgeview Church of God 690 Riford Road, Craig (970) 824-9619 Pastor Tim Douglas

seventh Day adventist Church 700 Barclay St., Craig (970) 824-3484

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ReAl eStAte if you’re looking for a large and affordable home, Craig is ripe for the picking.

The Craig Association of Realtors suggests a few hints to help make buying a home simpler:

in 2013, the average listing price for homes in Craig hovered around $142,470 — a steal compared to other cities across Colorado. that number compares to the $233,200 median home value across Colorado, according to Zillow.

USE A REAL ESTATE PROFESSiONAL

“Homes remained affordable in Moffat County throughout 2013, with monthly median listing price ranging from $115,000 to $195,000,” said Keith Kramer, executive director of Yampa Valley data Partners — a northwest Colorado nonprofit organization that provides indicators and data to promote community collaboration and informed decision-making on issues and projects throughout the region.

Craig is a buyer’s marker with dozens of homes up for sale.

Before you start house hunting, interview several brokers. Find one who listens to your needs and interacts well with you. Make sure your agent has a good overall knowledge of the local area, the market and its trends.

WRiTE dOWN YOUR PRiORiTiES determine what is most important to you. does the property you’re considering meet those needs?

gET PRE-QUALiFiEd With today’s mortgage market the way it is, it pays to go talk to a mortgage company or your favorite banker and get pre-qualified before you even go look for a home. that way you know what price range you’re qualified to be in.

dRiVE AROUNd 970-824-7086 Toll-Free 1-888-824-7086 840 WEST VICTORY WAY CRAIG, CO www.brasskey-realty.com Specializing in: Residential Sales, Farm & Ranch, Recreational Land, Commercial Sales & Rentals, Property Management Services, Storage Lockers & Yard Spaces Available Turning Houses into Homes One Client at a Time Otis Lyons • Broker/Associate Michelle Dugan • Broker/Associate Vicki Burns • Broker/Owner

take the time to study and discover the area. notice the neighborhoods that feel comfortable to you. do your homework.

LOOK AT A HOME’S POTENTiAL Whether you are looking for a long-term purchase or a short-term investment, each piece of real estate offers its own distinct potential. Sometimes a little elbow grease will make a simple house the perfect investment. www.craigcorealty.com

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Country living realty 304 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-0223

brass Key realty 840 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-7086

intermountain real Estate 3790 W. Hwy. 40, Craig (970) 824-3481

Western united realty 1425 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-3202

real eState trendS: average Price $93,460 $105,430 2002: $111,530 2003: $110,444 2004: $118,968

$145,000 $153,442 2007: $169,920 2008: $172,119 2009: $187,071

$160,287 $158,632 2012: $136,810 2013: $142,470

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Medical Services

The Memorial Hospital 750 Hospital Loop, Craig (970) 824-9411

Dentists Craig Family Dental 965 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-3425

Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association and Community Health Center 745 Russell St., Craig (970) 824-8233

Neal Fenton 580 Pershing St., Suite 100, Craig (970) 824-9785

Chiropractors

Northwest Colorado Dental Care 485 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-8000

Arnold Family Chiropractic 820 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-3070 McKey Chiropractic 469 Breeze St., Craig (970) 824-4444 Natural Health Care Center 450 Center St., Craig (970) 824-7744 Rummel Chiropractic Health Center 333 E. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-7538

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Dushan Voyich 200 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-6643 Allan Weimer 444 W. Sixth St., Craig (970) 824-9408

Hearing specialists Northwest Hearing 785 Russell St., Craig (970) 824-7286 The Hearing Aid Office, Inc. 1280 Industrial Ave., Craig (970) 824-2440 / 1-800-243-6440

Home care Centennial Home Care 487 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-6882

Mental health Mind Springs Health 439 Breeze St. Ste. 200, Craig (970) 824-6541 1-888-207-4004

Nursing care and rehab Sandrock Ridge Care and Rehabilitation 943 W. Eighth Drive, Craig (970) 826-4100

OB/GYNs Drs. Scott Ellis and Jim Summers 785 Russell St., Craig (970) 824-7180 Yampa Valley OB/GYN Drs. Leslie Ahlmeyer and Mary Bowman 1135 E. Highway 40 (970) 879-8533

Optometrists/ Ophthalmologists Eyecare Specialties 1111 W. Victory Way, Ste. 110, Craig, (970) 824-3488 Victory Vision 2 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-8307

The Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Center 1111 W. Victory Way, Ste. 116, Craig (970) 824-5992

Physicians Kinder Family Clinic Drs. Pamela Kinder and Shannon Becker 595 Russell St., Craig (970) 826-0911 Moffat Family Clinic Dr. Larry Kipe 600 Russell St., Craig (970) 824-3252 The Memorial Hospital Medical Clinic Drs. Scott Ellis, Kelly Follett, Jon Hamilton, Jim Summers, Jeff Womble and Kristie Yarmer, P.A.s Neilene Folks and Cinde Porter 785 Russell St., Craig (970) 826-2400 YampaCare Family Medicine Drs. Sarah Hopfenbeck, Michelle Jimerson and Charlie Petersen; Jona Ely, DNP-C, Greg Holm, NP 651 Yampa Ave. (970) 824-1020

Psychotherapists/ counseling A&S Counseling 11 W. Victory Way, Stes. 209 and 210, Craig (970) 824-5552

Drs. Michael Sisk and Andreas Sauerbrey 785 Russell St., Craig (970) 826-2451

Yampa Valley Psychotherapists Gary Gurney, M.A., LPC, CAC3; Lyle Prather, M.A., LAC; Michael Toothaker, M.S., CAC3; Peggy Sammons, LPC. 2045 W. Victory Way, Craig (970) 824-2557

Pediatricians

Urology

Orthopedic surgeons

Drs. Kelly Follett and Kristie Yarmer 785 Russell St., Craig (970) 824-7180

Urology Clinic 785 Russell St., Craig (970) 826-0301

Physical therapists

Veterans Health

Craig Physical Therapy 535 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 826-1552

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Craig boasts a variety of

doctors, medical offices The tradition of the country doctor in small, rural towns isn’t exactly accurate or reflective of the amount of medical care available to the people of Craig.

As the main emergency care facility for all of Moffat County, The Memorial Hospital offers state-of-the-art accommodations for anyone who might need its services. A part of Craig since 1950, TMH made significant strides when it completed a new facility in 2009 that would allow continued growth, which is always taking place these days.

Within the hospital itself there are cardiologists, orthopedic surgeons and physical therapy and respiratory therapy departments, among other services.

In recent years, the hospital has added an oncology infusion clinic, employed hospitalists for round-the-clock physician care and added two pediatricians to its staff, a specialty that was not offered before 2012.

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Besides pediatrics, TMH Medical Clinic offers professionals in women’s health and obstetrics/gynecology, general surgery and family medicine. The building, the former site of the hospital, also houses a urology clinic and a telehealth clinic operated by Veterans Affairs to give specialized care to those who have served their country and may need an opinion from someone outside of the area.

Family medicine is also offered at numerous practices around town, including Moffat Family Clinic and Kinder Family Clinic, while Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association has plentiful health programs for all ages.

Throughout Craig are many practices focusing on providing the best care available, whether they’re dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, physical therapists, hearing specialists, geriatric care providers, mental health professionals and more.

In layman’s terms, Craig has plenty of options to keep you healthy.

965 West Victory Way Craig, CO 81625 Phone: 970.824.3425 Fax: 970.824.6008

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he Walbridge Memorial Wing is available at Pioneers Medical Center for adults requiring a home away from home. Named for the generous donations of Adelaide and Carl Walbridge, the Walbridge Memorial Wing is adjacent to the hospital and Meeker Family Health Center, allowing Walbridge residents the convenience of nearby medical support.

that is encouraged.

Services consist of 24hour skilled nursing care, wound care, on-site emergency and hospital services, Rehabilitation Department, Restorative Nursing, certified Activities program, a volunteer program, religious services, Resident Council and personal laundry services.

Recipient of the 2014 Pinnacle Quality Insight for Customer Experience Award for Patient Care, Resident Activities & Dining Experience.

(Pinnacle Quality Insight recognizes when care providers achieve best-in-class customer service standards as compared against a peer group of long-term care nursing facilities.)

www.PioneerHospital.org

Walbridge Memorial Wing/ Social Services Coordinator: (970) 878-9297 We accept a variety of insurance programs including Veteran’s Administration, Medicaid and Private Insurance.

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Hunting 2014 BIG GAME HUNTING SEASONS Archery Deer/Elk: Aug. 30 to Sept. 28 Pronghorn bucks: Aug. 15 to Sept. 20, either sex Sept. 1 to 20 Moose: Sept. 6 to 28 Black bear: Sept. 2 to 28

Muzzleloader Deer/Elk/Moose: Sept. 13 to 21 Pronghorn: Oct. 21 to 29 Black bear: Sept. 13 to 28

Rifle Separate limited elk (1st season): Oct. 11 to 15 Combined deer/elk (2nd season): Oct. 18 to 26 Combined deer/elk (3rd season): Nov. 1 to 9 Combined limited deer/elk (4th season): Nov. 12 to 16 Black bear (1st season): Oct. 11 to 15 Black bear (2nd season): Oct. 18 to 26 Black bear (3rd season): Nov. 1 to 9 Black bear (4th season): Nov. 12 to 16 Pronghorn: Oct. 4 to 10 Moose: Oct. 1 to 14 Mountain Lion: April 1 to 30, Nov. 17 to March 31 For small game hunting season dates,

HUNTING DIRECTORY Colorado Parks and Wildlife has a wealth of information available online and through its officials.

Visit the organization online at cpw.state.co.us CPW Headquarters in Denver, (303) 297-1192 Northwest region office in Steamboat Springs (970) 870-2197 Northwest region office in Meeker (970) 878-6090 Area Wildlife Manager for the Craig area is Bill de Vergie, he can be reached at the Meeker office.

Dozens of guides, outfitters, meat processors and taxidermists are available in Craig and Moffat County as well. Pick up a Colorado Hunter magazine for more.

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With two herds comprising over 50,000 elk in the area surrounding Craig, it’s no wonder the city is known as the Elk Hunting Capital of the World.

country are among the most coveted and diffi cult to draw in the state. Lands in game management unit 201 boast some of the biggest trophy elk in the country.

Between the Bears Ears herd (16,500 elk) north of the Yampa River and the White River herd (35,000 elk) south of the Yampa, Craig sits between two of the largest migrating elk herds in Colorado, a significant chunk of the nearly 280,000 elk throughout the state.

Elk are not the only draw in Craig, however.

Mule deer and pronghorn antelope are popular options throughout Moffat County, while black bears and mountain lions are different sporting options in the northeast part of the county in Routt national Forest.

that’s more than any other state in the United States, making Craig a prime hunting destination with some of the best big game opportunity in the U.S.

Moffat County offers thousands of acres of public land for hunters who want to do it on their own or has dozens of outfitters based out of Craig to provide guidance and enrich the hunting experience.

For both newcomers to the sport looking to take down their first elk or the experienced hunters seeking out a trophy bull, Craig is the perfect central hub for any big game hunting activity. Cow elk tags are available over the counter in Colorado after each year’s limited draw, and several game management units surrounding Craig offer easy-access with tons of opportunity.

For the more seasoned hunter, elk licenses in the units in the northwestern corner of the

For younger hunters, there is even greater opportunity. Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers late season youth elk hunting, giving the next generation of hunters a chance to get out after the fourth rifle season and have the elk herds all to themselves, a time that often coincides with school holiday breaks, making it easier on youth hunters to participate.

Whatever your age or experience the hunting in northwest Colorado can’t be beat.

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HOW TO HUNT iN COLORAdO For newcomers to Colorado, the most important thing to do before hunting is to become a Colorado resident by getting a new iD. Non-resident hunting rates, especially on big game animals, are significantly more expensive.

The next step is to take a hunter education course through Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Hunting education is available throughout the year all over the state in a variety of formats. some take place over one weekend, with two lengthy days of instruction, while others are a couple hours per night over the course of a week. The course teaches about hunting safely, gun safety and hunting laws and regulations in Colorado. Consult the CPW website to find a hunter education course that works for you and sign up is inexpensive.

At the end of the course everyone who passes receives a hunter safety card and may now legally hunt in Colorado. After that, getting a hunting license is necessary.

Decide on the animal you’d like to hunt and then there are a couple ways to go for it. The first is in the limited license draw, which occurs each year in April in Colorado. Hunters apply for a license to hunt a specific animal in a specific unit during a specific hunting season, and wait to see if they earn a tag for that spot lottery-style.

The limited draw is the only way to hunt certain animals in Colorado because of the overwhelming demand for those licenses. Hunting a bull moose or bull elk in certain units can take years of applying before getting lucky. But the longer you apply, the better chance you have of drawing a tag. Hunters who don’t draw earn points each year and those with more points are given a higher opportunity to draw in future years. if you don’t get the licenses you wanted in the limited draw, there’s still an opportunity to pick up over the counter licenses. leftover licenses can be bought online at the CPW website, or are sold at a wide variety of stores (from grocery to hardware stores) and outfitters around the state.

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Culture The town of Craig is rich with different arts media, as well as strong ties to the past that are prominently displayed in local museums.

The Museum of Northwest Colorado has been in its current location since 1991, expanding from a small exhibition within the Moffat County Courthouse. The establishment is home to many displays of Western heritage and is always finding new materials to show what life was like in a different time period, whether with artifacts used in the 19th century or a look at the numerous families to pass through Craig schools over the years, many of which are still prominent in the area.

On the east side of town, visitors will find the historic Marcia Car, a private, luxurious railroad coach built in Chicago in 1906 for David Moffat, Denver banker, businessman and railroad financier. Named after Moffat’s daughter, Marcia Moffat McClurg, the car is a unique view into early railroad travel from a wealthy owner’s point of view. Tours of the Marcia Car are available Monday through Friday throughout the summer by stopping in at the Craig Chamber of Commerce, 360 E. Victory Way. Call 1-800-864-4405 to learn more or schedule a tour.

On the outskirts of Craig lies the Wyman Living History Museum, which houses a huge assortment of items collected over the years by founder Lou Wyman, who started the facility in 2006 to honor the spirit of his homesteader father. Its inventory includes anything and everything you could imagine, its biggest display being an authentic M47 Patton tank used in World War II. The museum also offers a huge outdoor area for events throughout the year and houses its pet, Junior the elk. Blacksmithing sessions during the summer also get patrons in touch with the days of yore.

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The arts community of Craig is a small but productive one, and you can’t pass through many local businesses without seeing examples of the painting, photography and other kinds of talent in town. Craig writers are also prominently featured within the local bookstore and Colorado Northwestern Community College’s annual arts magazine.

Perhaps the best instance of Craig’s artistic side is the innumerable wooden statues that are featured across the local landscape. Collected from the yearly festival Whittle the Wood Rendezvous and crafted by carvers hailing from around the globe, these masterpieces lend a unique aesthetic to the town.

The tourists who flock to Craig City Park — which offers the greatest number of carvings — may as well be at The Louvre, spending plentiful time taking in renditions of nature scenes, Western nostalgia and many other kinds of creative expression inspired by Craig and its residents.

Museums in Craig Museum of Northwest Colorado 590 Yampa Ave., Craig (970) 824-6360 www.museumnwco.org Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Closed Sundays Admission is free Wyman Museum 94350 E. U.S. Highway 40 (970) 824-6346 www.wymanmuseum.com Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Closed Wednesdays Admission is free

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CULTURE

Craig’s historiCal tiMElinE the following list recaps some of the noteworthy points in Craig’s history

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1910s

1887: Craig’s first school is built. Located in a cabin near Ranney and Fourth St., the building was replaced by Craig Public School in 1892.

Feb. 27, 1911: Moffat County is offi cially established, consisting of what was previously the western portion of Routt County. Prior to this, Craig was part of Routt.

1913: david Moffat ends construction on his denver northwestern & Pacifi c Railroad in Craig because of a lack of funds to continue building. the name was then changed to the denver & Salt Lake Railroad.

1890s april 23, 1891: Craig’s first newspaper debuts. the Pantagraph, published by Clarence Bronaugh, ran until Jan. 18, 1895 when it was renamed the Routt County Courier. sept. 5, 1893: Charles W. Reed, 24, dies from a gunshot wound inflicted by George Carr.

Reed was Craig’s first murder victim. Carr was sentenced to 18 years imprisonment at Cañon City Penitentiary and was paroled in 1900.

1900s 1900: telephone service available in Craig.

1904: the automobile comes to Craig. Myrtle Bryan Van dorn was one of the first Craig residents to ride in a car, in a Cadillac shipped from denver. april 21, 1908: Craig officially incorporated as a town. Residents voted 79 to 40 to become an independent town.

June 16, 1908: A.S. Robinson takes office as Craig’s first mayor, serving until May 13, 1909.

Robinson was the town contractor, and was elected following “a minor debate.”

1920s 1924: Mark and Elda Shepherd begin M.L. Shepherd Plumbing and Heating. Craig’s oldest continuous retail business — now called Shepherd & Sons Heating and Air Conditioning — remains more than 90 years later.

1930s 1936: natural gas services first provided by Rocky Mountain Gas Company. their office was located in the J.W. Hugus building at the Southwest corner of Yampa Avenue and Victory Way before moving to a new building at 390 Yampa Ave. in 1961.

1940s 1948: Craig radio station KRAi begins broadcasting. Still in business today, the station provided news and music for post-WWii Craig.

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1990s

1950: the Memorial Hospital opens. named

1993: Mobile phone service first available in Craig. Phone users have since seen a progression in cellular phones quite different from the telephones first introduced to Craig in 1900.

1994: dial-up internet first available.

in honor of World War ii veterans, the hospital was part of the country’s efforts to rebuild after the war. april 21, 1958: Craig residents celebrate the city’s 50th anniversary.

2000s

1960s 1961: Color television introduced to Craig. the Moffat County television Committee first brought the communication device to the town in 1955 through reception towers on the east end of Craig that were later relocated to Rabbit Ears.

1970s nov. 8, 1977: Craig’s Air Ambulance used for the first time. the ambulance transported Carl “Bill” Gerber to medical care following an accident in the County Shop. Gerber passed away the next day.

1980s 1981: Moffat County High School relocates to its current location at 900 Finley Lane. the former high school became Craig Middle School.

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2003: Wireless internet access available. april 21, 2008: Craig residents celebrate the town’s centennial.

2009: the Memorial Hospital moves to a newly built facility across town. the former hospital is now tMH Medical Clinic.

2009: Construction is completed on Craig Middle School’s new building, which replaced the facility that stood there for nearly 60 years.

2010s 2011: Colorado northwestern Community College opens its new Craig campus, a project nearly 20 years in the making. the building that originally housed CnCC, known as the Bell tower, is still used by many organizations.

Feb. 27, 2011: Moffat County celebrates its centennial. nov. 21, 2013: Craig celebrates the centennial of the first passenger train to arrive in town.

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Clubs & Organizations Advocates Crisis Support Services Contact Person: Sharon Farquhar Phone: (970) 824-9709 Al-Anon Contact Person: Maxine Turner Phone: (970) 824-6040 American Cancer Society Contact Person: Kelly Smith Phone: 970-871-7682 American Legion Post 62 Contact Person: Brian Baxter Phone: (970) 824-3625 American Red Cross Phone: (303) 722-7474 Bear River Young Life Contact Person: David Pressgrove Phone: (970) 629-9600 Bears Ears Sportsman Club Contact Person: Craig Rummel Phone: (970) 824-7538

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Bella Vocé Chorus of Sweet Adelines International Contact Person: Jeana Womble or Aaron Gillett Phone: (970) 824-6472 or (970) 824-5879 BCA Pool League Contact People: Jolene Walls and Brian Garcia Phone: (970) 620-0056 Boy Scouts of America Contact Person: Archie Albaugh Phone: (970) 824-5825 Boys & Girls Club of Craig Contact Person: Dana Duran Phone: (970) 826-0411 Cedar Mountain Lions Club No. 104 Contact Person: Tony Maneotis Phone: (970) 824-4422 Conservation Colorado Contact Person: Sasha Nelson or Luke Schafer Phone: (970) 824-5241

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Clubs & Organiz ations Craig Association of Realtors Contact Person: Vicki Gutierrez Phone: (970) 824-0223 Craig Book Club Contact Person: Susie Beagam-Violette Phone: (970) 824-1956 Craig Concert Association Contact Person: Faye McKune Phone: (970) 824-1985 Craig Lions Club Contact Person: Al Shepherd Phone: (970) 824-6697 Craig Men’s Hockey Association Contact Person: Greg Neal Phone: (970) 824-1045

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Craig/Moffat Economic Development Partnership Contact Person: Audrey Danner Phone: (970) 620-4370 Craig Quilting Guild Contact Person: Cindy Jones Phone: (970) 824-9385 Craig Rotary Club Contact Person: Randy Looper Phone: (970) 826-4444 Craig Sea Sharks U.S.A. Swimming Affiliate Contact Person: Kandee Dildine Phone: (970) 824-6314 Craig Softball Association Contact Person: Tanya Ferguson Phone: (970) 701-9046

CLUBS & ORgANiz ATiONS Craig trap Club Contact Person: dick King Phone: (970) 824-6544

Downtown business association Contact Person: Karen Brown Phone: (970) 824-7898

Craig youth baseball association Contact Person: dave Pike Phone: (970) 826-2006

Elks Club no. 1577 Contact Person: Frank Sadvar Phone: (970) 824-6131

Craig youth hockey association Contact Person: Mark Baldeston Phone: (970) 629-5846

Friends of the library Contact Person: Sherry Sampson Phone: (970) 824-5116

Craig youth soccer association Contact Person: Rusty & Lashawna Cox Phone: (970) 629-9250

girl scouts of america Contact Person: Virginia Brown Phone: (970) 242-4461

Daughters of the american revolution nsDar Contact Person: Shannan Koucherik Phone: (970) 824-9518

grand Futures prevention Coalition Contact Person: desirae Pearcey Phone: (970) 824-5752

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CLUBS & ORgANiz ATiONS greenridge Mountaineers Contact People: Mike and Betta Boatright Phone: (970) 824-2046 h.a.M. radio Club Contact Person: Schyler Schmidt Phone: (970) 629-3405 northwest Colorado home school association Contact Person: Connie Sue Ellis Phone: (970) 824-6911 horizons specialized services, inc.

Contact Person: Michael toothaker or Susan Mizen Phone: (970) 824-7804 or (970) 879-4466 humane society of Moffat County Phone: (970) 824-7235

integrated Community/ Comunidad integrada Contact Person: Sheila Henderson Phone: (970) 871-4599 interfaith Food bank Contact Person: Karen Bunk Phone: (970) 824-7355 Kiwanis Club of Craig Contact Person: Bryan Ludgate Phone: (970) 824-8033 Knights of Columbus Contact Person: Richard Miller Phone: (970) 701-1049 little britches rodeo Contact Person: dave Flemming Phone: (970) 629-5157

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Clubs & Organiz ations Love INC of the Yampa Valley Contact Person: Pat Jones Phone: (970) 826-4400

Moffat County Cattlemen Contact Person: Mark Voloshin Phone: (970) 822-6284

Maybell Women’s Club Contact Person: Rose White or Lois Stoffle Phone: (970) 272-3080 or (970) 272-3238

Moffat County CattleWomen Contact Person: Kacey Green Phone: (970) 826-0738

Men’s Golf Association Contact Person: Pete Heuer Phone: (970) 276-1131

Moffat County Cooperative Extension Office Phone: (970) 824-9180

Moffat County 4-H Contact Person: JD Sexton Phone: (970) 824-9180

Moffat County Democratic Party Contact Person: Jo Ann Baxter Phone: 970-824-3049

Moffat County Cancer Society Contact Person: Kelly Smith Phone: (970) 824-3735

Moffat County Fair Board Contact Person: Carol Haskins Phone: (970) 824-9180

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Clubs & Organiz ations Moffat County Fuller Center for Housing Contract Person: Vicki Burns or Neil Folks Phone: (970) 824-7086 or (970) 824-0312

Northwest Colorado Snowmobile Club Contact Person: Leeland Mischke Phone: (970) 620-6327

Moffat County Republicans Contact Person: Brandi Meek Phone: (970) 629-9762

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Moffat County Tourism Association Contact Person: Melody Villard Phone: (970) 824-2335

Red Hat Society Contact Person: Peggy Lawton Phone: (970) 824-2338

Moffat County Search & Rescue Contact Person: Barry Barnes Phone: (970) 620-5898

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Contact Person: Bill McKelvie Phone: (970) 879-2854

Moffat County United Way Contact Person: Corrie Ponikvar Phone: (970) 824-6222

Routt/Moffat Woolgrowers Contact Person: Albert Villard Phone: (970) 824-9302

Northwest Chapter of the Colorado Outfitters Association Contact Person: Marie Haskett Phone: (970) 878-4749

Safari Club International, Yampa Valley Chapter Contact Person: Karl Huntsman Phone: (970) 826-0089

Northwest Colorado Chapter of Parrot Heads ˆ Contact Person: John Husband Phone: (970) 629-2586

Salvation Army Contact Person: Luann Kline Phone: (970) 756-4357

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Clubs & Organiz ations Substance Abuse Prevention Program Contact Person: Becky Otis Phone: (970) 826-2360

Yampa Valley Antique Power Club Contact Person: Pam Buffham Phone: (970) 824-5688

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4265 Contact Person: Mark Wick Phone: (970) 824-7145

Yampa Valley Brass Contact Person: Jim Simpson Phone:(970) 824-4138

Weight Watchers Contact Person: Laura Egger Phone: (970) 846-6227

Yampa Valley Golf Association Contact Person: Bob Mueller Phone: (970) 824-3673

Wilderness Society Contact Person: Soren Jesperson Phone: (970) 824-5241

Yampa Valley Landlords Association Contact Person: John Barr Phone: (970) 824-7120

Women’s Golf Association Contact Person: Susan Utzinger Phone: (970) 824-9656

Yampa Valley Hens and Chicks Contact Person: Susan Domer Phone: (970) 824-6436

Women’s Hockey Association Contact Person: Gayle Criswell or Charlene Abdella Phone: (970) 824-8048 or (970) 824-7800

Yampa Valley Data Partners Contact Person: Keith Kramer Phone: (970) 824-1133

Yampa No 88 Masonic Lodge Contact Person: Jim Ayres Phone: (970) 824-4854 or (970) 620-1285

Yampa Valley Pregnancy Center Contact Person: Katie Grobe Phone: (970) 824-5204

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West Theatre 29 E. Victory Way (970) 824-2000 Check out the latest and greatest of cinema at Craig’s own theater. Offering movies in 3-D of all genres, with daily showings and a Sunday matinee.

Cost: $7 for 11 and up, $5 for 10 and under and senior citizens 3-D movies $9 for 11 and up, $7 for 10 and under and senior citizens Sunday Matinee: $5 regular, $7 3-D

Craig Swimming Complex Lap Pool and Wave Pool (970) 824-3015 605 Washington St. May 29 to Aug. 30 Hours: 1 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Cost: Daily — $4.50 adults, $3.75 kids 12 to 17, $3.50 kids 4 to 11 Annual pass — $90 adults, $75 kids 12 to 17, $70 kids 4 to 11 Family pass — $200 for family of four, $25 for each additional member Senior citizens and children 3 and under free

BOWLING Thunder Rolls Bowling Center 990 Industrial Ave. (970) 824-2695 Men’s, women’s and children’s leagues bowl from Tuesday through Sunday beginning at 6 p.m. Contact the alley to get involved. Open bowling is also available daily.

Cost: $2.75 per game 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Friday, $3.50 per game evenings and weekends, $4.50 per game 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday.

GOLF Yampa Valley Golf Course 2179 Colo. Hwy 394 (970) 824-3673 yampavalleygolf.com March to October Hours: Daylight to dark Cost: Resident — $28 for 18 holes, $19 for 9 Non-resident — $45 for 18, $32 for 9 Resident seniors — $22 for 18, $16 for 9 Monday through Friday, regular rates Saturday and Sunday Non-resident seniors — $37 for 18, $27 for 9 Monday through Friday, regular rates Saturday and Sunday Full memberships and season punch passes available, with a wide variety of options.

Contact the pro shop for more details.

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Moffat County High School Pool 900 Finley Lane (970) 824-7036 October to May, excluding public school holidays and MCHS swim team practices and meets Cost: Child daily $3, Adult daily $4 10-punch pass $30 20-punch pass $45 Individual season pass $75 Family season pass $100 Hours: Monday through Thursday lap swimming 6 to 7 p.m., open swim 7 to 8:15 p.m.

Saturday lap swimming noon to 1 p.m., open swim 1 to 4 p.m.

ICE SKATING Moffat County Ice Arena 600 S. Ranney St. (Colo. Highway 394) (970) 824-3011 October to March Cost: $4 open skate $55 20-punch pass $3 skate rental Hours: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 2:45 to 4:15 p.m. Friday through Sunday

Cost: $45 per month with family packages and other discounts available.

Northwest Colorado Taekwondo/Hapkido 420 Breeze St. (room inside the fitness center) (970) 629-3385 Learn martial arts from Craig’s very own Master of Tae Kwon Do, Paul Cruz. Northwest Colorado Tae Kwon Do is the flagship school of the Kom Do Kwan Martial Arts Association and is offers classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced martial artists from age five up.

Women’s self defense lessons are also offered.

Hours: Monday through Friday 4 to 8 p.m.

Cost: $100 start up fee, $60 per month after.

Family rates, group rates, and discounts through membership at Breeze St. Fitness are also available.

Rising Star Youth Training Center 538 Pershing St. (970) 370-7827 Competitive and recreational gymnastics lessons for children, as well as baby and me classes during the winter.

Hours: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday Baby and Me 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sept. 1 to June 1 Cost: $40 per month

FITNESS Breeze Street 24-Hour Fitness 420 Breeze St. (970) 824-4700 Cost: Individual $45 per month Individual ACH $35, Couple ACH $50 Individual $300 per year, Couple $480 Breeze St. Fitness offers pilates classes and has a personal trainer available, in addition to its full-service weight room.

Open 24/7 key card access Colorado Taekwondo Institute 176 Clay Ave. (970) 824-2484 The Craig campus of the oldest Tae Kwon Do school in Colorado, led by Jason Walker.

Colorado Taekwondo Institute offers a traditional Moo Sul Kwan Taekwondo program and a martial arts-based cardio class to martial artists of all ages and skill levels.

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Fun Attractions Trapper Fitness Center 261 Commerce Dr. (970) 824-6932 Cost: Individuals $45 per month Couples $60 Family of five $70 Seniors $30 or $37.50 for a couple High school students $25 Colorado Northwestern Community College students with at least three credits free Discounted monthly rates available on threemonth, six-month and yearlong memberships.

In addition to basic fitness options, Trapper offers racquetball and basketball courts, CrossFit, zumba, yoga, pilates and circuit training classes and has two personal trainers.

OUTDOOR FUN Black Mountain Black Mountain, located north of Craig, offers spectacular rocky mountain scenery from overlooks and vistas, picnicking sites and the opportunity to view some of the over 300 species of wildlife in the region.

The camping areas serve as ideal base camps for day hikes, hunting and fishing trips, animal observation and inspiring views in an uncrowded atmosphere.

In the wintertime, it’s a popular destination for snowmobilers.

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Breeze Street Park A calm suburban setting marks this open space near downtown Craig. Swings and Whittle the Wood carvings improve the scenery in one of Craig’s smaller parks.

Cedar Mountain Cedar Mountain, located northwest of Craig, is a prime hiking destination that offers isolation and beautiful views. The mountain takes hikers up a half-mile interpretive trail with overlooks at the top. Visitors also have the chance to encounter wildlife.

City Park Craig City Park, located next to the Craig Swimming Complex, is a central hub for many of the city’s wood sculptures created each year in the Whittle the Wood festival. With the swimming pool, playgrounds, a sand volleyball court and tennis courts nearby, it’s a popular destination during the spring and summer months.

Elkhead Reservoir Elkhead, located about 10 miles northwest of Craig, is a man-made reservoir that is a top-notch recreation spot in the summer.

Beaches, picnic sites and camping locations are all available, while boat ramps offer access to the entire lake.

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Hiking and fishing are also popular at Elkhead, which features smallmouth and largemouth bass, channel catfish, northern pike and rainbow trout.

Loudy-Simpson Park Loudy-Simpson, south of Craig, is Craig’s doit-all park location. With soccer and baseball fields, it is home to recreational community sports and competitive tournaments. It also hosts 5k races on the walking trails around its perimeter in the summer.

Loudy also houses a playground, remote control race track, shelters, a fishing pond with brown and rainbow trout and northern pike, a disc golf course and easy access to the Yampa River along its northern border.

Finally, Loudy is the site of many major community events, including the annual Whittle the Wood Rendezvous and the Hot Air Balloon Festival during the summer.

Red Coyote Adventure Among the most popular activities in Craig in the summertime is floating the Yampa River. Red Coyote adventure, operating out

of Jackson Office Supply and Radio Shack on Yampa Avenue, offers tube, raft, canoe and kayak rentals for individuals or groups to take advantage of the Yampa’s scenery during the spring and summer.

Cost: contact Derek Cleverly at Jackson Office Supply for individual or multiple tube rates, or large raft rates.

Woodbury Sports Complex On the west side of Craig is another popular sports hub, Woodbury Sports Complex. Home to games for the boys and girls high school soccer teams during the fall and spring, Woodbury also has baseball and football fields, outdoor basketball courts and a playground to offer fun for every member of the family.

Yampa River The river runs east to west across the county and is a popular vehicle for tubing and rafting.

There are two popular access points in Craig and several others on either side of town for tubing, kayaking or quick fishing access. The river contains trout and northern pike.

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Get Connected Emergency Numbers

Charter Communications

Emergency (fire, police, ambulance)

1-855-332-7344

911

www.charter.com

Craig Police Department (970) 824-8111

Dish Network

Moffat County Sheriff’s Office

1-866-488-8050

(970) 824-4495

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Colorado State Patrol (970) 824-6501

HughesNet

The Memorial Hospital

1-877-296-5734

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internet.hughesnet.com

Craig Fire/Rescue (970) 824-5914

Zirkel Wireless 330 S. Lincoln Ave., Steamboat Springs

Waste collection, water and sewer services City of Craig

(970) 871-8500 www.zirkelwireless.com

300 W. Fourth St., Craig

Driver’s license office

(970) 824-8151

Driver’s Examining Division

www.ci.craig.co.us

555 Breeze Street., Craig (970) 824-5447

Natural gas Atmos Energy

Vehicle registration

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Moffat County Clerk & Recorder’s Office

1-888-286-6700

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Newspaper

Yampa Valley Electric Association

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POST OFFiCES

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Craig post office 556 Pershing St., Craig (970) 824-8506 Maybell post office 200 Collum St., Maybell (970) 272-9907

LiBRARiES Moffat County libraries Branches in Craig, Maybell and dinosaur (970) 824-5116 www.moffat.lib.co.us

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Governing Boards ˆ Craig City Council

Moffat County School Board

Members: Ray Beck, Kent Nielson, Don Jones,

Members: KC Hume, Sue Voloshin, Darrell

Joe Bird, Tony Bohrer, Jarrod Ogden, and

Camiletti, J.B. Chapman, Joel Browing, Tony

Mayor Terry Carwile

Peroulis and Tony St. John.

Meeting schedule: 7:30 p.m. the second and

Meeting schedule: 6:30 p.m. (with 4 p.m.

fourth Tuesday of every month in the council

workshops, as needed) the fourth Thursday of

meeting chambers at Craig City Hall, 300 W.

every month in the board room at the school

Fourth St., Craig

district administration building, 775 Yampa Ave., Craig

Contact: Craig City Hall at (970) 824-8151, www.ci.craig.co.us

Moffat County Commission

Contact: Moffat County School District at (970) 824-3268, www.moffatsd.org

Members: John Kinkaid, Chuck Grobe and

The Memorial Hospital

Tom Mathers

Members: Don Cook, Cathrine Blevins, Todd Jourgensen, Forrest Luke, Alman Nicodemus,

Meeting schedule: 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday

Don Myers and Gary Ellgen

in the commissioner meeting room on the second floor of Moffat County Courthouse,

Meeting schedule: 6 p.m. the last Thursday of

221 W. Victory Way, Craig

every month in Conference Rooms A, B and C of The Memorial Hospital, 750 Hospital Loop, Craig

Contact: Moffat County Courthouse at (970) 824-5517, www.co.moffat.co.us

Contact: The Memorial Hospital at (970) 8249411, www.thememorialhospital.com

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