Steamboat Aficionado

SUMMER/FALL 2016

A Mountain Town for all Seasons Interview with

Michael Craig-Scheckman Founder of Deer Park Road Corporation

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Chris Paoli

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It’s exciting to see a community hitting its stride.

For 100 years, Steamboat has been a quaint small town with a great ski area. In my 15 years as a resident, I’ve watched this very special place evolve in its level of sophistication while maintaining its authentic feel. Without question, Steamboat is reaching a critical mass. As more people can choose to live where they want instead of where they work, and as the world trends on an unstable path, the option to raise your family in a place like Steamboat is priceless. Without the dangers associated with larger urban locations, kids can walk or ride bikes to school and take the bus to ski the mountain. Teachers know their students and see them around town. We all share in the parenting responsibility, watching out for one another.

“Thank you for reading our magazine. Our purpose is to inspire affection for the amazing town we call home and the spectacular properties we represent as seller’s agents.”

Chris Paoli, Broker Owner, Colorado Group Realty, Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Why create a magazine? This is not an advertising venture. From individuals who visit Steamboat and have the resources to travel anywhere in the world, my team consistently hears them say: “I had no idea this was here.”

As a representative of distinguished properties and an extraordinary community, I wonder what we’re missing in how we tell our story. Thus, this magazine provides an opportunity to share the Steamboat story

from

the

perspective

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community members and to showcase the properties we represent. As you consider where to spend your time or whether to relocate, give us a call.

We’ll show you why those who can choose anywhere choose Steamboat.

Chris Paoli Chris and son Nick fishing the Yampa River

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Steamboat Springs A Town for all Seasons Resort • • • •

Top 10 Ski Resort 2016 by Skinet.com Top 10 Ski Resort 2016 USA Today Biking and hiking trails Dining

Fishing

• 50 + miles of rivers and streams • Countless mountain lakes, ponds, and reservoirs • 9+ fish species

Golf

• Three unique and distinct golf courses. Keith Foster (Haymaker), Tom Weiskoff (Catamount), and Robert Trent Jones (Rolling Stone) designed courses.

Restaurants

• 70+ restaurants with four stars or more on Trip Advisor

Biking

• IMBA Bronze Ride Center • Gold Bike Friendly Community - The League of American Bicyclists • $5,000,000 trails investment through Steamboat Lodging Tax

Schools

• Top rated schools in Colorado based on various metrics

Town Amenities • • • •

Tennis facility received the 2015 Colorado Tennis Association’s E.F. Griffey Award Hot Springs (Strawberry Hot Springs and Old Town Hot Springs) Howelsen Ice Arena Yampa River

Airport Access

• 10 cities with winter direct flights. Hayden is the most accessible mountain airport for private and commercial planes.

• LPV instrument approach and longest runway in mountain towns (10,000 feet)

Culture

• Strings Music Festival Pavilion • Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp

Hospital

• Mayo Clinic Partner Hospital • Board Certified staff

Elevation

• Downtown: 6,695’ - lower than other mountain towns

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2015/2016 Ski Season “The snow was fantastic with record falls throughout the winter. There was a lot of powder, a lot of sun, and a lot of coverage, offering something for everyone. Our mountain is all about fun—I love tree skiing and I love making powder runs before work. As a former ski racer, I’m not interested in race conditions for myself anymore, but I have kids who ski race and I coach ski racers. The conditions were perfect for them, too. Last winter was every bit the reason we moved here.”

Chris Puckett, former member of the US, Olympic, and World Championship Ski Teams; Edward Jones Financial Advisor 970.879.1851 chris.puckett@edwardjones.com

Steamboat Ski Resort

“We have the driest and fluffiest snow in the world. It’s so different we coined the phrase Champagne Powder®.

In fact, meteorologists have measured Steamboat’s Champagne Powder® as having 70% less moisture content than average snow.”

Elevation

6,900ft – 10,568 feet

Trails

14% | 42% | 44%

Lifts 18

Runs 165 Terrain Parks Night Skiing

5 30 acres

Longest Run

3 miles

Skiable Terrain

2,965 acres

Snow Making

375 acres

Average Snowfall

352 inches

Years Open

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Day Open 15-16 135

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Howelsen Hill Ski Resort

Howelsen is the oldest continuously operating ski area in Colorado, running since 1915, and has the largest and most complete natural ski-jumping complex in North America. Howelsen Hill is the home of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, the oldest ski club west of the Mississippi, providing training in alpine, Nordic, freestyle, and snowboarding for beginners to Olympians. Howelsen has been the training ground for 79 Olympians making over 130 Winter Olympic appearances, 15 members of the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame, and 6 members of the National Ski Hall of Fame.

Elevation

Alpine Trails Nordic Trails

6,696 – 7,136 feet 17 9/13 miles

Lifts Double Chair, Poma, Magic Carpet, Boardwalk Area 50 acres Snowmaking Annual Snowfall

50% 150 inches

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Ron Barry

Suspend Your Assumptions

33. Condos

Maintenance Free Living

7. Downtown Revitalization

35. Single Family Homes

9. Luxury Living

37. Alpine Mountain

11. See Me Lodge

40. Staying Connected

13. Dakota Ridge

41. Strings Music Pavilion

15. Michael Craig-Scheckman

42. Summertime Happenings

17. Priest Creek Ranch

43. From Our Clients

19. Culinary Revolution

45. Flyfishing

21. Mountain Living Close to Town

47. Design & Style

23. Elkins Meadow

48. Acreage & Land

25. Fish Creek Estate

49. Meet the Team

Investing for the Future

In the Heart of Downtown

Slopeside Retreat

Subtle and Singular

Managing Funds, Family, Philanthropy

A Home for the Connoisseur

In Steamboat Springs

In Steamboat’s South Valley

Private Playground

Where Exquisite Design & Construction Meet

Live Every Day

Ranch & Club

Broadband & Air Services

Steamboat’s Premier Music Venue

Calendar of Events

From Those Who Chose Steamboat

In the Yampa Valley

Meet Mountain Living

A Place to Build Your Dreams

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The Ranch on the River

29. Painting Paradise Michelle Ideus

31. Steamboat

An Extraordinary Golf Destination Yampa Street

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Ron Barry

Suspend Your Assumptions

Ron Barry first came to Steamboat in the mid 1970s. He didn’t come for the skiing and—even as he loves the mountains— he still doesn’t identify as a skier. He came to visit a friend and he fell in love with Steamboat. It was the town that called to him.

Ron and his family began to spend winter vacations in Steamboat. Before long, they came for summer vacations, too. As a chemical compounder living in Iowa, Ron was too busy growing his business to take weeks off at a time and indulge in hobbies. Yet when he visited Steamboat, he could forget about everything else. In Steamboat, he realized, he was somewhere else. After retiring in 2003, Ron knew Steamboat was the place. “For me, the number one attraction of Steamboat is the downtown area,” Ron says.

“It’s a comfortable place to be.”

Ron with his granddaughter

Ron’s downtown penthouse condo

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But Ron believes there are alternatives beyond what you know. In order to live and thrive, you need to get out of your comfort zone. Deciding to explore all that the valley has to offer, Ron ultimately bought both a ranch property and a downtown condo. He discovered a big world out there ready for him to unearth. “Being at the ranch and hiking around in the woods—it’s enchanting.”

Downtown Steamboat

Retired in Steamboat, Ron has lost and found himself.

“Steamboat is a place where you can set your footprint. When I get back from anywhere in the world, I have this feeling that I’m home.”

Splitting his time between residences, Ron lives by his creed: “I’m here by choice.” As he chooses, he can hunt, snowshoe, and operate snowcats. He can walk to art exhibits and familiar, fine dining restaurants.

When he goes out to eat, he’s never alone. There’s always someone around for good conversation.

Ron’s kids, now grown and well traveled, still deem Steamboat a wonderful refuge. From Wall Street and France, they’re removed yet satiated. In and around town, they find social stimulation, shared values, and purposeful engagement. They’re a testament to Ron’s belief that people can come from anywhere on the map and find a connection in Steamboat.

With a tangible commitment to living life as he chooses, Ron also lets an open mind guide him.

Having enjoyed activities in Steamboat that he never thought he would, Ron is happy to be, at any given moment, a blank slate. He knows he wants to live life by choice, but he’s not always sure what that choice might be. With its contrasts and gradients, Steamboat accommodates. “It’s easy to make this town work for you.”

Ron’s four star luxury yurt retreat

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Downtown Revitalization Investing for the Future

Following $2,000,000 in private individual investments, the City of Steamboat Springs is investing $10,000,000 in the downtown experience.

Yampa Street is finally realizing its potential. After 30 years of planning, the Downtown Improvement Plan has become a working project. Using input from business owners, planning groups, consultants, and community members, the plan represents a comprehensive list of downtown improvements.

With a three-year targeted implementation, construction will involve Yampa Street, Oak Street, and side streets between 3rd and 12th Streets.

Until the 1980s, Yampa Street was a residential and semi-industrial area. As commercial activity increased, locals identified the river as a vital natural resource and recreational asset. Yampa Street has since morphed into a thriving dining and entertainment belt with a distinct and appealing

energy. The Downtown Improvement Plan will underground overhead utilities, install new street lights, incorporate sidewalks on the north side of the street, and build a promenade on the riverside. The plan also includes reconstruction of the Core Trail from Little Toots Park to the 9th Street footbridge connecting to Howelsen Hill.

The revitalization project will ultimately allow for complete pedestrian access, unobstructed views, and an enriched experience of a downtown riverside setting. For both visitors and residents, the project will provide a greater quality of life and bring balance for businesses and consumers, nature lovers and city dwellers.

New promenade currently under construction

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New promenade currently under construction

“I think this is going to be a real destination for people who are visiting Steamboat,” Planning Director Tyler Gibbs said.... “This will be more than just a new sidewalk. It will be a place for people to come down and linger.”

“This is something that’s been percolating in the city’s and the community’s thoughts for a long time,” Gibbs said. “We just finally had enough momentum to get it going.”

Families enjoying 6th Street Park & the Yampa River

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Luxury Living

Howelsen Place Penthouse

In the Heart of Downtown

3 bathrooms

3 bedrooms 2,038 square feet #136524 $1,793,400 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

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Top: Alpen Glow 3A Penthouse

Bottom: Alpen Glow 2E`

2 bedrooms

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 bathrooms

1,470 square feet

1,792 square feet

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Alpen Glow 3A Penthouse

Alpen Glow 2E

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See Me Lodge Slopeside Retreat

5+ bedrooms 5+ bathrooms 6,194 square feet 4+ garages detached caretaker #141991 $4,950,000 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

“Instead of the standard 12 or 16 inch logs, we used 18 to 24 inch logs, giving the home a strong yet pleasant look.�

Mike Donnelly, See Me Lodge Owner

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See Me Lodge is the place for gathering with family and friends, having a corporate retreat, or simply enjoying the beautiful mountains. With the craftsmanship of a custom built Montana Log Home, See Me Lodge is the epitome of log home construction. It’s a work of art designed with exquisite attention to detail. Wide plank floors, vaulted ceilings, and large timbers assembled with time-tested techniques create the atmosphere of a true western lodge. Offering five bedrooms, a four car garage, three fireplaces, numerous gathering spaces, a one bedroom guest house, and expansive Yampa Valley views, See Me Lodge is unmatched.

Located directly below the gondola, See Me Lodge is one of Steamboat’s most recognizable residences. Ski in from the slopes, relax in the hot tub, enjoy a cocktail in the gazebo, and dine on the wrap around deck—all while overlooking the Yampa Valley. Or, stay inside to shoot some pool and watch the game in your own private pub.

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Dakota Ridge Subtle and Singular

4 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms 7,980 square feet 2.87 acres 2 oversized garages $4,100,000 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

“We love seeing the reaction of our guests when they see our views for the first time.”

In a private setting two miles from downtown is a warm custom home designed for the memorable mountain experience. A covered entry, aged white cedar doors, hand hewn trusses, 22 foot ceilings, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, and a large bar with double sided glass cabinets—the details are distinct and impressive. At the push of a button, the sitting room converts into a custom theater. With a main level master and a media room just off the chef’s kitchen and great room, this home is designed for how we live today. What you feel but don’t see is the functionality and intent behind its conception.

David and Gina Zedeck, Owners

Even while they dazzle, the high end interior elements take a back seat to the stunning, prolific views of Mt. Werner and the Yampa Valley. Built for living and enjoying the good life, unique and inventive design decisions make 31640 Aspen Ridge Road perfect for luxuriating in nature.

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Michael Craig-Scheckman Managing Funds, Family, Philanthropy

Deer Park Road Corp. ski day at Steamboat Powdercats

“It’s all about balance and lifestyle. Locating our business in Steamboat, we’ve had a positive experience recruiting quality employees and no impact on our ability to execute for our clients.”

Michael Craig-Scheckman

Some of Deer Park’s employees have moved from places like New York or Connecticut, where a big chunk of their day involved traveling to and from the office. Some of them never knew what it was like to eat dinner with their family. Working a full day and commuting doesn’t leave much time for anything else. In Steamboat, you can participate in your children’s lives without having to take a day off. A one-hour school play takes one hour and 10 minutes to attend. When I was living on Long Island, it was a lost day of work.

A lot of people in our business aren’t ready to make a move away from financial epicenters like New York. There’s a feeling of needing to be connected. In some ways, our goal is independent thought. We feel it’s a benefit not having our team associating regularly with Wall Street traders or analysts.

Having a little distance from the herd isn’t the worst thing.

Many people feel their children need to get into the right preschool, leading to the right elementary school and eventually the right college—otherwise their lives will be unfulfilled. For those people, Steamboat is the wrong place. My wife Sara and I have found local independent schools Emerald Mountain School (K-8) and Steamboat Mountain School (9-12) to be the ideal environments for our daughter Maddie. Classes are small and there’s a focus on outdoor and abroad experiences. We’re impressed by the maturity with which Maddie left high school.

Deer Park Road Corp. Headquarters

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She’s ready for the next phase of life, attending

we have a family foundation that contributes a

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significant amount of dollars to many local youth

Washington

University’s

International

Program in D.C.

organizations; we’re proud of that. More importantly, we get to witness the direct impact we have on

Sara and I have been very fortunate with the

lives. As valuable as the financial benefit is, Sara

opportunities that have presented themselves to

also provides leadership and development support

us. While living on the north shore of Long Island,

to the groups we assist. It’s a unique experience to

we vacationed in Steamboat for years. When the

see the effect of your efforts on a daily basis.

thought of moving percolated into an actual goal, Steamboat was a natural choice. The combination

At Deer Park, technology is extremely important.

of people, schools, and outdoors was ideal.

Having stable, reliable internet access is paramount.

To date, we’ve had very few problems. Aside from

Throughout the years, being active members of

travel, which is not essential for our daily workflow,

the community has always been important. Now,

we have everything we need to be successful.

Architectural Design: Vertical Arts

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Priest Creek Ranch A Home for the Connoisseur

5 bedrooms 4 ½ bathrooms 4+ garages 9,245 square feet 36 acres #160670 $4,995,000 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

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Priest Creek Ranch • Only 13 homesites • 300 acres of open space • Borders national forest and the Steamboat Ski Area • Central water system, natural gas, and Comcast • Common barn for horses

Hear the sounds of Priest Creek as you cross a private bridge to this spectacular home in the hills of Priest Creek Ranch.

With views of the Flat Top Mountains and the Ski Area, the tranquil setting of 36 acres features a creek-fed pond with wildlife sightings of elk and sandhill cranes. The grounds are a gardener’s paradise with landscaped and natural areas as well as an irrigated, fenced garden. The 9,245 sq ft house, designed by Steamboat architect Joe Robbins, has many custom features. A hand-carved front door welcomes you to the heart of the home, a great room with a two-story stone fireplace, exposed wooden beams, pecan floors, and expansive stonework. A hot tub and a wood-burning fireplace are only two of the numerous outdoor living spaces.

Priest Creek Ranch has a community barn for your horses, as well as 300 acres of trails plus access to the national forest.

This home has been featured as Home of the Day in the Wall Street Journal and at Freshome.com.

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Culinary Revolution In Steamboat Springs

Shifting food trends have prioritized the quality and integrity of the ingredients we eat. Commitment to eating locally grown food has inspired entire menus.

A willingness to indulge in unique food concepts has allowed chefs to explore their expertise with passion.

What and how we eat has become a Steamboat experience of its own, rivaling the fulfillment we derive from skiing powder or fishing tailwater.

In the past five years, Steamboat has welcomed, among other establishments, Aurum, E3 Chophouse, Laundry, Low Country, and Salt & Lime. Each restaurant has its niche. Aurum mixes exceptional hospitality with Coloradan agricultural roots. E3 Chophouse serves wholesome Black Angus cattle from the family’s Kansas range. Laundry offers small plates and inventive, infused cocktails. Low Country brings the South to altitude, and Salt & Lime progressively mixes Mexican technique with regional elements.

As Steamboat cuisine flourishes from mountaintop dining to curbside patios and riverfront decks, it is served with more conviction than ever before.

Steamboat’s culinary scene is marked by devotion and consumed by perfection.

“When I came to Steamboat in 1993, it was a culinary black hole—we were behind the times. Today, the culinary arts and the restaurant business are drivers in our economy unlike they’ve ever been in the history of our country. I think it’s true that a rising tide lifts all boats.

In Steamboat, we’re seeing more and more people traveling for our restaurants and paying attention to our food. The difference is incredible.”

Rex Brice, Owner of Rex’s Family of Restaurants

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Carl’s

LOW Country Kitchen

E3 Chophouse

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Mountain Living Close to Town ~ Wapiti Way

Steamboat’s Coveted South Valley

5+ bedrooms 5+ bathrooms 8,359 square feet 3 garages 41.15 acres #161321 $3,700,000 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

South Valley: Steamboat’s treasured basin below Rabbit Ears Pass. Indefinite skies, far-reaching ranches, and the Yampa River create a picturesque welcome to Steamboat Springs and the Yampa Valley.

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It’s very rare to find a home with this level of privacy, natural beauty, and proximity to town. A creek meanders through the 40-acre property and opportunities for hiking and snowshoeing abound.

Every view is punctuated by the lush green of ferns, aspens, and evergreen trees. As you approach the home, you’re immediately aware that you’re entering an exceptional dwelling.

The magnificent log construction resembles a work of art—a floating walkway spans the distance from the main home to the caretaker apartment. The main home is specifically designed to create warm inviting spaces, with a vision of living in nature guiding the layout. Plentiful windows bring the outdoors and light in from every angle, while many comfortable spaces are ideal for gathering with family and friends. A gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home and the center of activity. The soaring ceilings of the great room amplify the roaring fire in the stone fireplace. The spacious outdoor deck is perfect for a summertime outdoor dinner or relaxing in a cozy hammock in the serenity of nature. Upstairs, the gracious master suite with a spa style bath provides a retreat to rival that of any penthouse.

In total, this mountain estate offers 8,359 square feet of elegantly finished space, four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a separate guest house/caretakers apartment, four fireplaces, an office, library, and media room. It is the perfect combination of true craftsmanship and the beauty of nature.

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Elkins Meadow

Private Playground

Contemporary design meets traditional mountain architecture at 2555 Wildflower Court.

This gorgeous home is located in the exclusive neighborhood of Elkins Meadow, a gated community with 20 home sites surrounding 55 acres of open space. A large pond, boathouse, and beach area serve as the community gathering spot. Fly fishing, paddle boarding, and Nordic skiing plus deer, moose, and sandhill cranes—the open space provides activity and adventure.

Designed by premier Steamboat architect Bill Rangitsch, this home bestows quality woodwork, chief cliff stone, and manicured landscaping. Large windows and a floating steel staircase accent the grand covered entry. The main living area was made for entertaining with high ceilings, a large dry stack fireplace, and a wall of windows with endless views. The chef’s kitchen boasts custom cabinets, granite and wood counter tops, and high-end appliances. Off the kitchen, the dining room serves Flat Top and valley views.

Double doors lead to a covered outdoor fireplace and sitting area. Over 1,200 sq ft of concrete decks and 1,000 sq ft of patios means there are plenty of places to revel in natural surroundings.

The six bedrooms, five full baths, two half baths, and wine room display the creativity and skill of the design team. The master bedroom sits in a private wing with a balcony overlooking Fish Creek Canyon and Mt. Werner. A main level junior master also provides a private balcony. From its picture perfect setting to its meticulous design, this exceptional property offers an ideal experience. When you’re ready to tour this home, bring your family and leave ample time to savor Elkins Meadow.

Elkins pond and beach

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6 bedrooms 5+ bathrooms 8,524 square feet 3 garages 2.03 acres #140038 $3,750,000 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

Elkins Meadow • 105 acre neighborhood with 55 acres of open space • Private, stocked Elkins pond and beach house for fishing, paddle boarding, and family BBQ • Gated community • Bike to school or town • In city limits with city water and sewer

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Fish Creek Estate Where Exquisite Design & Construction Meet

Distinctive, elegant, dramatic, warm. A home for the discerning buyer, this graceful estate sits on a private hillside capturing dramatic views of the Yampa Valley.

Impeccably constructed and finished in rich hardwood and stone, the home balances warmth and permanence. In 8,390 sq ft, there are six bedrooms, five plus bathrooms, and a five car garage. The plentiful windows in the living room reveal a terraced yard with generous room to play and an outdoor kitchen with a roof to protect it from the sun and inclement weather. Views of the Flattop Mountains are the backdrop for your alfresco meal. The gourmet kitchen and formal dining room are perfect for entertaining. For larger gatherings, the butler’s pantry features refrigeration plus an extra oven and dishwasher.

The master suite is a retreat. Oriented for south valley views, the craftsman style construction and private fireplace provide a special escape. Completing the master suite is a spectacular custom closet and well-appointed bathroom. Two additional bedrooms, each with en suite baths, are across the landing through a refined library.

The lower level features a generous living area and wet bar, as well as an additional guest suite and bunkroom. Throughout the house, electronic shades and onetouch lighting controls set the mood as you choose. 120 Deer Clover is the complete package, offering a truly special experience for every resident and guest.

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27200 Cowboy Up at Marabou Ranch

The Ranch on the River

4+ bedrooms 5+ bathrooms 5,575 square feet 3 garages 5.07 acres #160496 $3,900,000 www.ThePaoliGroup.com/listings

27200 Cowboy Up is your dream residence in this outdoor playground. This home offers 5,575 sq ft of pure craftsmanship built by Hamilton Construction, one of Steamboat’s finest builders. The four bedrooms, including two elegant master suites, offer first class accommodations. The great room is striking with its elegant woodwork, a timeless moss rock fireplace, and entrancing, dramatic views.

On the deck, in the breakfast nook, or beside the fire, the backdrop is always the Sleeping Giant—set like a living piece of art, changing with seasons and sunlight.

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Marabou Ranch Luxury and Legacy

Marabou Ranch is five-star roughing it. It’s Orvis meets Ritz Carlton. It’s rustic and refined. Settled on 1,717 acres of ranch land and open space, Marabou has 62 homesteads approximately five to seven acres each. Faraway majestic views of the Sleeping Giant, Flattops, Hahn’s Peak, and Mt. Werner contend with the imminent Elk River, lush vegetation, expansive valleys, and cattle grazing meadows.

Inside, high-end amenities are consistent throughout the cabins, community lodge, saloon, spa, pool, fitness center, and theater. Located 19 miles from the Yampa Valley airport, nine miles from the Steamboat Ski Resort, and five miles from downtown, Marabou’s privacy doesn’t exclude you from Steamboat’s burgeoning culture and adventurous activity.

“Marabou offers one of the best fly fishing programs in the lower 48, and the Elk River is one of the best freestone rivers in Colorado. We have more than two miles on the Elk, ten stillwater fisheries, and access to over 100 miles of private and public water to fish in northwest Colorado. There’s no better place on earth to learn and master the art of fly fishing.”

Pat Stefanek, Master Guide and River Keeper at Marabou Ranch

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Painting Paradise Michelle Ideus Known for her bold colors and lively brushwork, Michelle Ideus creates contemporary art that tells the story of the beautiful West. Working in acrylic mixed media and photography, she lets colors explode, uniting the real and surreal. Michelle’s Coloradan landscapes and horse themed originals are not simply Western—they are modern, funky, and unique.

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Michelle earned her BFA from Colorado State University in 1990. While her portfolio comprises originals, prints, and cards, she also works with interior decorators to produce custom pieces for second home owners and newly constructed, high end developments. Inspired by flowers, meadows, and ranches, Michelle exudes passion, energy, and personality.

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“Tiny Blue Horse” :: Acrylic on Canvas

“Main Street Bike” :: Creative Art Photography

“Peach Kissed” :: Acrylic on Canvas

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Steamboat

An Extraordinary Golf Destination

It’s only a matter of time before Steamboat becomes known as a golf destination. Steamboat’s three distinguished golf courses were designed by renowned architects: Tom Weiskopf at Catamount, Robert Trent Jones II at Rollingstone, and Keith Foster at Haymaker.

Catamount Ranch & Club offers a signature course influenced by the high country. Course and context so perfectly complement one another, they say it may have been found rather than made. The par 72 championship course of 7,088 yards is sanctioned by the Audobon Society for its environmentally sensitive design. The private club offers the opportunity to relax at the restaurant and clubhouse amidst crested alpine views.

With the challenge of the game and the reward of the course in mind, members know it was no ordinary day.

Photo: Noah Wetzel

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Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort features one of the best golf courses in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. With 70 bunkers and large, undulating bent grass greens, the 18-hole course scans the pristine Yampa Valley as Fish Creek flows through it. Aspens and evergreens shape most of the 150 acres and elevation changes provide challenges for all ability levels. Beautiful and gratifying, Rollingstone was voted one of Fairways Magazine’s 100 best golf courses.

Haymaker, a city owned public golf course, offers 233 acres and features at least four sets of tees per hole, playing from 5,059 to 7,308 yards. Keith Foster molded the course to resemble the contours of the surrounding valley and mountains. Foster created a championship caliber course integrating the rich pastoral background of Steamboat’s ranching community and maintaining a balance with nature. Haymaker is userfriendly, accommodating and challenging golfers from novice to professional. It’s a golf course built for golfers.

Photo: Noah Wetzel

“Steamboat does offer three uniquely different options in terms of golf. You can play three very different golf courses that have very different feels and holes—from Catamount, which is a mountain golf experience, to the links experience of Haymaker and the traditional golf experience of Rollingstone. The views are unsurpassed. The weather is fantastic for mountain golf with moderate summer temperatures and a longer golf season than most mountain towns. Steamboat also plays host to a multitude of fantastic dining and post-golf options. From a weekend guys or girls trip to a couples getaway, Steamboat has plenty of world-class options.”

Luke Brosterhous, Director of Golf, Catamount Ranch and Club

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Condos

Howelsen Place | 1 bedroom | 1½ bathrooms | 1,277 sq ft #139571 | $924,000 | downtown

EagleRidge Townhomes | 4 bedrooms | 3½ bathrooms | 2,641 sq ft #161342 | $849,000

Howelsen Place | 2 bedrooms | 2½ bathrooms | 1,436 sq ft #136526 | $771,750 | downtown 33

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Howelsen Place | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,529 sq ft #139545 | $866,250 | downtown

Alpen Glow | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,737 sq ft #139923 | $820,050 | downtown

Howelsen Place | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom | 1,136 sq ft #139328 | $669,375 | downtown

Howelsen Place | 1 bedroom | 1½ bathrooms | 1,073 sq ft #139431 | $649,688 | downtown

Trappeurs Crossing | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 1,447 sq ft #160871 | $589,000

Howelsen Place | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom | 812 sq ft #141976 | $434,000 | downtown

Ptarmigan House | 2+ bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 1,421 sq ft #139801 | $649,000

Ridgecrest | 4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | 1,680 sq ft #160377 | $495,000

Villas at Walton Creek | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,155 sq ft #161091 | $389,900 | UNDER CONTRACT

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Single Family Homes

Hahn’s Peak | 23 acres | 2+ bedrooms | 3½ bathrooms 1,690 sq ft | #142120 | $1,149,000 | UNDER CONTRACT

Stagecoach | 2.32 acres | 4+ bedrooms | 3½ bathrooms 4,311 sq ft | #142122 | $1,295,000

Strawberry Park | 30.10 acres | 1 bedroom | 2 bathrooms 1,448 sq ft | #160986 | $1,100,000

Fish Creek Area | 5 bedrooms | 3½ bathrooms | 2,816 sq ft #161322 | $949,000

Downtown | 3+ bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 2,090 sq ft | #161032 | $859,000 35

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Fish Creek Area | 3 bedrooms | 2½ bathrooms 2,113 sq ft | #161218 | $615,000

Mountain Area | 4 bedrooms | 2½ bathrooms 1,944 sq ft | #160778 | $599,000

Downtown | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 972 sq ft #141144 | $549,000

North Routt | 4.15 acres | 3+ bedrooms | 2½ bathrooms 2,106 sq ft | #160212 | $495,000

Fish Creek Area | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 1,646 sq ft | #160921 | $589,000

Fish Creek Area | 3 bedroom | 2 bathrooms 1,334 sq ft | #161059 | $535,000

Stagecoach | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 2,749 sq ft | #141983 | $435,000

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Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club is a 1,216-acre land preservation community with 63 pristine five-acre homesites distinct in elevation, orientation, and views. 900 acres of the property are dedicated to a wildlife preserve and open space.

Among the amenities that set Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club apart, one of the most attractive is its location. Privacy is complemented by proximity. The ranch borders the town of Steamboat Springs, the ski resort, and Catamount Club’s Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course. Your exclusive natural retreat is literally surrounded by year-round activities. On-site amenities include an Owners’ Lodge, Hermitage (a private backcountry retreat), concierge services, fishing lake with dock, equestrian facilities, guest cabin, and over five miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.

Best location, best views, and best value. At Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club, your mountain homesite rests above a private preserve of Colorado ranchland. The essence of this place resides in the rich variety of its conserved open spaces, its connection to national forest lands, the vast fertile valley below, and the mountain vistas—all are defining characteristics of this mountain resort community.

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FLEISCHER SPORT SNOW - FASHION - LIFE

THE ROAD TO HAPPINESS IS PAVED WITH SNOW FLEISCHER SPORT WHERE THE ROAD BEGINS

Fleischer Sport Tel: 970-870-0900 - info@fleischersport.com 2250 Apres Ski Way, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 38WWW.FLEISCHERSPORT.COM

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In 2015, Colorado announced that building broadband infrastructure is the number one economic development priority. The Dept. of Local Affairs made $20 million available to local governments for planning and building open access rural broadband infrastructure.

Staying Connected

Broadband & Air Service

Routt County, the City of Steamboat Springs, Steamboat Springs School District, Yampa Valley Electric Association, Colorado Mountain College, and Yampa Valley Medical Center were jointly awarded a $748,000 grant from DOLA for the construction of nine miles of fiber optic trunk line between east and west Steamboat.

Designed with splice points to allow private providers to deliver more competitive and redundant services to residential and business customers in the future, this project is the first leg toward a more robust countywide network.

Nonstop Summer Flights 2016 Yampa Valley Regional Airport is the most accessible mountain airport for commercial and private planes. With an easy 30 minute drive to Steamboat, it’s the transportation heartbeat of the Yampa Valley.

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Strings Music Pavilion

Steamboat’s Premier Music Venue

The Strings Music Pavilion is Steamboat’s premier live music venue. The award winning Pavilion seats 569 people and showcases over 60 performances during the summer from June through August plus a short winter series. The Steamboat Music Festival presents innovative programs of distinctive classical and popular contemporary music to audiences of all ages, enhancing cultural and entertainment experiences in northwest Colorado. The festival features orchestra, chamber, soloists, world, blues, jazz, and rock music along with a Youth and Family series and free concerts at the Yampa River Botanic Park.

Built in 2008, the Pavilion’s stunning architecture features exposed timber with a unique bowstring truss roof. It was designed to showcase a terrific acoustic environment inside as well as panoramic views of the Yampa Valley outside. Its relatively small size provides an intimate evening for concertgoers.

Interactions with musicians after the performance are simply part of the experience.

classical season features principal players and concertmasters from leading orchestras. Soloists include world-renowned violinist Chee-Yun with the Strings Festival Orchestra, Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Silver Medalist Joyce Yang, and The Cleveland Orchestra’s Principal Trumpet Michael Sachs both on the conductor podium and as soloist.

The Different Tempo season brings Boz Scaggs with his full band, country icon Clint Black, and blues favorite Keb’Mo’. Expect some booty shaking when the dance floor opens up with legendary country swing band Asleep at the Wheel and upand-coming jazz/rock band Lake Street Dive.

Strings Music Festival is gearing up for its 29th season hosting Grammy winners and principal players from across the nation. Music Director Michael Sachs returns for his second year and brings with him some of America’s best classical musicians. The 2016 Lucia Micarelli

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Keb’ Mo’ Band

Summertime Happenings

July 1-4 113th Cowboys’

Roundup Days & July 4th Celebration 1-4 14th Annual Art on

the Mountain 5

Summer Art Exhibit

9-10

35th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival

42nd

Annual Art in the Park

August 6

September

Steamboat Springs Parade of Homes

3-4

Wild West Air Fest

10-14 Steamboat Wine Festival

8-11

Yampa Valley Crane Festival

11-14 Steamboat

Movement Festival

10 Chuckwagon

Chili Challenge

11-14 Tennis Championships

16-17 Steamboat

OktoberWest Festival

18-21 Routt County Fair 10-16 All Arts Festival

Free Summer Concert Series Howelsen Hill Amphitheater • July 2: Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe • July 16: Hot Rize • July 30: Robert Randolph and the Family Band • August 7: Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers

Ongoing • First Friday Art Walk: First Friday of Each Month • Steamboat Springs Running Series: Dates Vary - RunningSeries.com • Town Challenge Mountain Bike Series: Bi-Weekly, June 10 – September 2 • Farmers Market: Saturdays, June 13 – September 17 • Pro Rodeo Series: Fridays & Saturdays, June 19 – August 20 • Music on the Green: Thursdays, June 25 – August 11 • Sunset Happy hour - Thursdays and Sundays, Thunderhead Lodge, Top of the Gondola • Outdoor Yoga

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From Those Who Chose Steamboat “As a family, we started coming to Steamboat about ten years ago and eventually purchased a home in Dakota Ridge about five years ago.

Today we spend as much time in Steamboat as possible, including all of the summer months. Steamboat is a real town with amazing people, great restaurants, and a pace of life that’s missing from many of the other mountain ski towns. It’s a truly special place.”

Robert H. Turner, CEO Wentwood Companies

“When I retired, I told a life-long friend that I intended to buy a home in Aspen. He told me I would be a fool not to look into Steamboat. Not wanting to be a fool, my wife and I looked in both places. We have been here 13 years and have made great friends. Nothing is perfect, but Steamboat is close to perfect for us.”

John Serhant, Retired Vice Chairman, State Street Global Advisors

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“We have owned property here for 38 years. Most of those years were weeks of enjoying Steamboat’s fantastic powder skiing—the best in Colorado! Fifteen years ago, we decided to find out what it was like in the summer. We found a beautiful green valley in the middle the Rocky Mountains with a great river running through it. The valley is home to a number of cattle ranches and the 100-year-old town of Steamboat. The town is full of shops and wonderful restaurants of all types. The best part is the great outdoor activity. It includes fly fishing, hiking, golfing on three great courses, swimming in natural pools, biking, boating, and horseback riding. When I retired from my position as Chairman and CEO of NiSource, a Fortune 500 Company, our next stop was our ranch in Steamboat - our new permanent home.”

Gary and Sandy Neale, Former Chairman President and CEO of Nisource

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Flyfishing In the Yampa Valley

The fly fishing around Steamboat Springs and the Yampa Valley is incredibly diverse, offering discerning anglers world class fishing on various streams and rivers. From the Yampa River (famous for its large trout) to the Elk River (one of Colorado’s best dry fly fisheries), the Yampa Valley offers exceptional fishing opportunities year round.

“The Yampa River is an incredibly unique river, running wild and free from the Flat Tops outside of Yampa to the Green River in Utah. Offering year round fishing, the Yampa River is famous for its big rainbow trout. Besides a large amount of crayfish and sculpin to feed on, fish enjoy an array of hatches throughout the summer, including Yellow Sallie stoneflies, PMDs, caddis, and tricos. During the winter, guests can take a break from skiing to enjoy a day fishing the tailwaters below Stagecoach Reservoir.”

Jarrett Duty, Bucking Rainbow Outfitters.

The Elk River is one of America’s last true wild rivers, running straight out of the Zirkel Wilderness into the Yampa River. While the fishing season on the Elk is shorter (July October), the Elk offers some of the best dry fly fishing in the state. When the waters drop in July, fishermen can expect to throw big foam body terrestrials during the day and caddis late into the evening. While rainbow trout are the primary target, it’s not unusual to catch cutthroats, browns, and brookies as well.

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“We are very fortunate to have incredible fishing throughout the Yampa Valley. Both the Yampa River and the Elk River offer opportunities to catch the fish of a lifetime. In addition, there are tons of small streams and high mountain lakes that are a short drive from downtown.�

Johnny Spillane, Owner of Steamboat Flyfisher

50+

Countless

9+

Miles of fishable rivers and streams

Mountain lakes, ponds, and reservoirs

Fish species

Brown, cutthroat, cutbow, brook, chub, white fish, bass, pike, rainbow

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Design & Style

Meet Mountain Living

After 16 years in Steamboat, we’ve experienced the highs and lows of construction and real estate development. Through these ebbs and flows, one thing remains the same: beautiful pieces of land and quality construction hold the highest property value.

A premium piece of property in Steamboat ranges from $400,000 to a million dollars. In other Colorado resort towns, properties start at a million dollars. Custom homes in Vail, Beaver Creek, and Aspen sell from $700 to over $1,000 per sq ft. The Steamboat market offers a lot more for your money.

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“Things in Steamboat are going more modern (or mountain contemporary). It’s a twist on a true mountain home, with cleaner lines, lighter woods, concrete floors, and a lot of glass. We’re still doing vaulted ceilings and big stone fireplaces, but we’re also doing single pitch, flat roofs and gas burning fireplaces. Some people are following the tiny house movement, while others still want big, spacious homes.

Downtown, we’re seeing a lot of caretaker units and second dwellings.”

Brian Arel, Construction Manager at Fair & Square Construction, www.fairandsquare.org

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Soda Mountain Construction uses innovative architecture and experienced mountain construction methodology to produce efficient and functional homes. Pushing the design envelope from traditional to mountain contemporary, new school designs are based on livable square footage and follow simple roofs and foundations. Every detail is critical in creating a product that will stand the test of time in the harsh Rocky Mountain environment.

As building in the mountains evolves, so do the building codes. Extreme insulation, glass packages, and technical structural engineering increase costs.

To build economically, we capitalize on the short building season by designing in the fall and winter to ensure approval for a permit by spring. Our architects and builders engage early in the process, using 3D technology to help clients visualize the final product.

Soda Mountain Construction, www.sodamountainconstruction.com

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Acreage & Land

Agate Creek Preserve | 4.45 acres | 3 miles to town private water system | electric to the lot line | #142122 | $890,000

Elkins Meadow | 2 acres | 2 miles to town public water system | electric to the lot line | #133500 | $750,000

Sidney Peak Ranch | 40.31 acres | 11 miles to town private water system | electric to the lot line | #142159 | $695,000

Dakota Ridge | 4.89 acres | 2 miles to town public water system | electric to the lot line | #161282 | $639,000

South Valley | 21.66 acres | 2 mile to town well needed | electric to the lot line | #138470 | $549,000

Fox Estates | 1.01 acre | 7 mile to town | public water system electric to the lot line | #160902 | $275,000

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Meet the Team Chris Paoli Living in Steamboat is literally a dream come true. In 2002, I semi-retired from my career as an Equity Trader in the New York City financial markets.

My wife and I moved to Steamboat with our two daughters. Life for my family took a major turn for the better.

I began investing in and developing properties in the Steamboat area as soon as I moved to town. In this experience, I found my passion for real estate. It became an obsession to study and track properties on the market and trends in the marketplace. The natural segue for me was to use this information to help clients find the same dream I found in Steamboat.

Chris Paoli Broker/Owner 970.819.1432 chris@mybrokers.com

No matter what you’re seeking—a downtown condo, a luxury home, or some ranch land in the Rockies, we’ll help you understand your choices and find the right property. We’ll manage your transaction through to closing effectively and efficiently. Put our experience and market knowledge to work for you and before you know it, you’ll achieve your aspirations.

Amy Brown I grew up in East Brunswick, New Jersey, graduated from the University of Rhode Island, and travelled extensively before settling in the Caribbean. I lived in Antigua for a couple years working on a research project until I traded my love of the ocean for my love of the mountains. Since arriving in Steamboat Springs in 1996, I’ve seen many positive changes in our community and enjoy taking advantage of all the fun things to do here. Being married and raising two beautiful daughters gives me a first-hand view of life in Steamboat.

With a focus on managing all contracts for our group, I am intimately involved in every transaction. Due to our high number of sales and wide range of property types, I am prepared for just about anything.

From water rights and rural surveys to complicated inspections, I have the expertise required to successfully manage your transaction.

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Amy Brown Broker/Partner 970.846.2114 amybrown@mybrokers.com

Randi Fox I grew up in Maryland and graduated from Georgetown University in 1992.

After graduation, I moved to Aspen, CO with plans to spend just one winter. My one winter became ten when I fell in love with Colorado and all it has to offer. After relocating to North Carolina for several years, I had the incredible opportunity to return to Colorado with my husband and two children. My family chose Steamboat because it’s the real deal: a great town, a fantastic ski mountain, and a truly close-knit community.

I love Steamboat—both the people and the town—and enjoy helping others get to know and make their home in the Yampa Valley. I’m here to help you meet your goals—whether you’re just discovering Steamboat or you’re a long-time local looking to change residences.

Randi Fox Broker/Associate 970.819.5916 randi@mybrokers.com

Kelly Conway As a third generation Colorado native and real estate broker who grew up playing in the mountains, I understand how important lifestyle is when choosing a place to call home. I moved to the Yampa Valley in 2002 after spending my childhood in Leadville, CO. I found that there is truly no comparison for life in Steamboat Springs. The small town atmosphere, the abundance of thriving businesses, and consciously engaged families can’t be found anywhere else.

Since 2005, I’ve followed our local real estate market closely and work diligently to ensure I equip buyers and sellers with the inside edge needed to achieve their goals. Whatever the property, my clients can rest assured I know what’s going on every day in the Steamboat Springs real estate market. I’m always available to answer questions and I love being a resource for community members, homeowners, and prospective buyers.

Kelly Conway Broker/Associate 970.846.7496 kellyconway@mybrokers.com

Chris Sias I grew up in Connecticut, graduated from Northwestern University in 1989, and then completed my MFA at University of Southern California in 1992.

Following stints with Castle Rock Pictures and Pioneer Entertainment, I started my own production company working with Cindy Crawford, Lucky Brand Jeans, Sony, and MGM. I’m actively involved in the Steamboat Springs community and currently serve as president of the Bike Town USA Initiative and the Steamboat Springs Film Committee. I also coach nordic skiing for Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club and the Steamboat Springs Middle School. My wife Chris and our four children all enjoy everything about the Steamboat lifestyle.

Chris Sias Broker/Associate 970.846.5543 chrissias@mybrokers.com

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