Shopper, April 24, 2024

Ongoing Senior Services

Become a Senior Center Member & join us on Spring, Summer & Fall outdoor adventures! Sign up at the Gunnison Rec Center front desk. We honor Silver Sneakers & Renew Active health insurance benefits.

SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS

Delivery Assistance Hotline: (970) 641-7959 - assistance with ordering, pick-up and delivery of groceries and prescription medications This includes deliveries from the Food Bank.

• May 1 (1pm): Book Club. May’s book “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelou.

• May 22 (12:45pm): Spring Flowers with Alcohol Inks. RSVP required – space is limited! Cost: $10 per person + Senior Center membership.

• COMING SOON! Spring & Summer hike, bird-watching & wildflower walk schedule. For advance notifications and full schedule, sign up for the Senior Center newsletter. Contact: egillis@gunnisonco.gov.

Senior Meals: (970) 641-8272 for advance orders OR (970) 641-2107 for same-day service Pick-up or delivery only! Meals served Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays. Please note: all meals, all days are $4 during this time. Order in advance if possible! Upcoming menu:

• March 27: Lasagna, green beans, salad, garlic bread, dessert

Regular Activities: Mondays – Bridge @ 1 pm; Tuesdays – Canasta @ 1pm; Wednesdays

• March 30: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, corn, rolls, fruit, dessert

– Book Club @ 1 pm on 1st Weds. of month; Thursdays – Bridge @ 1 pm; Fridays – Art Club @ 12:30 pm & Mahjong @ 1 pm

• April 1: Stew, carrot/raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, rolls, dessert

All RSVPs and more info on Senior Center programs: egillis@gunnisonco.gov or 970-6418272.

Senior Shopping Hours:

ROOFING: 19 sheets used roofing. 39” x 164”, faded brown. $100. 970-270-3039.

DOORS: One 30” x 80” bifold door, $35. One 30” x80” solid wood interior door w/ jam, $35. 970-270-3039.

2005 SKYTRACK TELEHANDLER: 3,000 hours. No computers,

• City Market – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays (7AM – 8AM)

FITNESS @ THE REC CENTER – Sign up at the Rec Center front desk!

• Safeway – Tuesdays & Thursdays (7AM – 9AM)

• Walmart – Tuesdays (6AM – 7AM)

Mondays & Wednesdays in the Gym - Silver Sneakers Boom Muscle @ 9:30am - Silver Sneakers Classic @ 10:15am

• Gunnison Vitamin & Health Food Store – Monday - Saturday (8AM – 9AM)

• Clark’s Market (Crested Butte) – Every day (8AM – 9AM)

SENIOR MEALS

Self-reporting Form: www.gunnisoncounty.org /covid19.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays @ 11:30 am. $5 per meal. Advanced orders appreciate (24 hours). Pick-ups between 11 – 11:15 am (advanced orders only).

ORDER MEALS: 970-641-8272

If you have symptoms but are otherwise OK, please fill out the form If you cannot fill out the form, call the Call Center (970) 641-7660.

Menu: (all meals come with dessert!)

• Mon., April 29: Brunch for Lunch! Egg casserole, hash browns, veggies, fruit

• Weds., May 1: Haphazard Chicken, veggies, muffins, fruit

• Fri., May 3: Hamburger Patties with Beans, cabbage salad, homemade bread

Call Center: (970) 641-7660. If you are having symptoms, cannot fill out the online form, or your symptoms are worsening, call the Call Center DO NOT go to your doctor ’s or the hospital If it is an emergency, call 911

Walk-in & visitors welcome! Homebound adults ages 55 & up eligible for delivery. If you need a ride, call GVH Senior Bus @ 970-596-6700 (call in advance) or call the Senior Center 970-641-8272.

Please practice social isolation. Remain 6 feet or more from others when needing to be out, but staying at home if at all possible

TRUCK LUMBER RACK: Heavyduty truck mount lumber rack. 8 ft. bed. Can fit any type of truck. Sandblasted, never repainted. $900 OBO. 970-596-2407. Eminca2003@yahoo.com.

The Gunnison Senior Center & Community Recreation Center is closed until April 30th

7 days a week, 9 am – 4 pm. Call in advance! 970-596-6700. Crested Butte Senior Bus: Monday thru Friday, 9 am – 4 pm Services Montrose & Grand Junction for medical appointments. Call at least 1 week in advance, or more. 970-275-4768. Gunnison County HHS Senior Resource Office: Call for appointments. 970-641-3244.

Tuesdays @ 10AM in the Leisure Pool -Silver Sneakers Splash Class (all levels)

2012 JEEP RUBICON: 4-door, 59,000 miles, too much to list, will sell or trade for Toyota Tacoma. Phone calls only. 970417-8996. NEW DODGE 2009-13+ FRONT

Hammerhead Bull, $1,300 OBO. It’s brand-new, never used, paid $2,600 plus shipping. A deal! Call or text Norman at 970-946-2340 or email raglend@centurylink.net.

Skills/qualifications:

GUNNISON WATERSHED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOW HIRING: APPRENTICES, RESIDENTIAL WIREMAN, JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS

See GWSD website for details gunnisonschools.net

Gunnison Watershed School District believes that students thrive when they are connected to something bigger than themselves. That’s why we create learning experiences that spark curiosity, helping students discover who they are and how to make a difference in the world around them. As they excel in academics, athletics and the arts, students find the confidence to pursue any opportunity in life. Our team is “Driven to be the Difference!”

HOURLY OPPORTUNITIES: Bus Drivers Food Service

Lead Custodian - Lake School Substitute Teachers

Special Education EASignificant Needs

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:

School Psychologist - District

CBSS Assistant Principal

CBSS Science

CBSS Spanish (one-year only)

CBSS Language Arts (one-year only)

CBSS and GHS Special Education Teacher

CBES Kindergarten Teacher

CBES 4th Grade Teacher

GMS 7th grade Science

GMS 8th grade Science (one-year only)

GMS 7th grade Language Arts

COACHING:

GHS - Speech and Debate

GHS - Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

CBHS - Volleyball Coach

CBHS - Head Basketball Coach

CBMS - Assistant Track and Field Coach

Please contact: Superintendent’s Office JoAnn Klingsmith

800 N. Boulevard 970-641-7760 jklingsmith@gunnisonschools.net

TRACTOR SUPPLY CO. 1125 N. Main St. Gunnison, CO 81230. Looking to fill full and part-time positions including management. We have full and part-time benefits including performance bonuses, tuition reimbursement and a 15% team member discount. Need to be

• High-end residential and commercial experience a MUST.

• Team player

• Physical, hands-on environment

• Must have basic hand tools.

• Employer will provide specialty tooling.

EXCELLENT WAGES AND BENEFITS! Please email a resume to reception@raelectric.com. NTERPRISES OF MONTROSE LLC.

18+. Flexible scheduling, no experience needed, will train. Call 970-641-2287 for more info. Visit TractorSupply.Jobs to apply today.

GUNNISON LIQUOR (The Ghost) is currently looking for parttime help. Nights and weekends a must. Pay DOE. Stop by with a resume. 603 W. Tomichi Ave., Gunnison.

GUNNISON GARDENS seeks bilingual (Spanish-English) speaker to assist customers at our booth at the Gunnison Farmers Market on Saturdays (June 8-Oct. 19) and early season CSA. 6+ hours/week, $20/hr plus veg./eggs. Join our team to help us reach more families with local food offerings. Contact Sue.Wyman@ GunnisonGardens.com or call/ text 970-964-8226.

2ND AND 3RD GRADE TEACHER

JOB

heart of Southwest Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, Lake City Community School is the only school in Hinsdale County and has a preK-12 population of approximately 80 students. With our small, multi-grade classes, we provide an innovative, award-winning and highly personalized education for each student.

Qualifications: Colorado Department of Education teacher license - elementary endorsement. Desire to live in a small, remote mountain community. Collaborative skills and flexibility to teach effectively in small school setting. Strong communication skills to enhance interactions with students, parents, colleagues, community. Experience in individualization/ differentiation of instruction, response to intervention and use of technology as a tool for learning. Clean driving record and willingness to drive suburbans of students in mountain driving conditions. Interest in supporting co-curricular student activities.

Responsibilities: Teach 2nd and 3rd grade combined class based on Colorado academic standards. Embrace the positive aspects of assessment as a tool to influence quality instruction. Team with colleagues to maintain high student achievement. Participate in parent-teacher conferences and team meetings.

Dates of employment: Aug. 2024-June 2025; 4-day school week (Tues.-Fri.)

Full-time FTE position, salary based on education and experience, benefits include 100% health/dental/vision/life, 151 day contract, 8 personal days, full credit for full year, K-12 public school teaching in U.S.

Application procedure:

Licensed application available lakecityschool.org. Please submit a complete application including cover letter, resume, district application form, 3 letters of reference, transcripts and copy of Colorado teaching license to Shawn Arthur, Administrative Assistant, by email: shawn@ lakecityschool.org or mail: P.O. Box 39, Lake City, CO 81235.

Closing date for applications: until filled. Hinsdale County School District RE-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

High

DESIGN-ORIENTED GARDENING BUSINESS is looking for a full-time seasonal operations manager. Experience in perennial garden design, greenhouse care and crew management necessary. Please email resumes to horizonfinegardens@gmail. com or 970-275-1020.

RETAIL SALESPERSON/ MANAGER: Back at the Ranch is looking for an experienced salesperson to join our team as a sales associate and/ or manager. This position is approximately 35 hours/week with total compensation ranging from $45k/year to $65k/year depending on experience. Duties include furniture sales, customer service, submitting and tracking purchase orders, handling claims and warranties, merchandising, some administrative work and training other employees. Sales and customer service experience required. Send resume to backatranch.office@gmail.com.

ROYAL ROOFING, LLC is hiring full-time roofers. Seasonal and year-round work available. Excellent pay, no experience required. Contact Scott at 719-221-9326. Se habla Español.

ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER POSITION available for the provider wanting to get away from the fast-paced, big city life. Lake City Area Medical Center is in the most remote county in the lower 48, surrounded by approx. 96% public lands, five 14,000’ peaks, over twenty 13,000’ peaks, home to three national forests and less than five miles of paved roads.

This is a FT (3-4 days in clinic and 3-4 nights after hours phone triage service.) Benefit package includes health, dental, vision and life, retirement, tenuretiered PTO program, conference/ CE allowance of up to $2,000/ year, COLA, merit raises, health savings account and temporary use of an on-site apartment if needed. $95-$105,000/yr. EOE. Send CVs to lcmedcenter@lcamc. net or request job descriptions.

WANT TO WORK 32 HOURS AND GET PAID FOR 40 HOURS? CB South Metro seeking fulltime Road Manager/Heavy Equipment Operator. Job requires motor grader/heavy equipment operation. Training available. Responsible for planning, organizing, directing activities

and staff related to district roads and maintenance. Duties include road maintenance, snow removal, water/wastewater operations and daily tasks. Position includes elite benefit package. Visit cbsouthmetro.net. Email resume to info@cbsouthmetro.net.

SAN JUAN STRAINS is hiring budtenders: Part-time, 15-20 hours per week. Must have MED badge and weekend availability. $16/hour + tips, product samples and employee discount. If interested, drop off resume in person at 827 N. Main St.

CARPENTER WANTED: Minimum two years experience with all phases of custom home building, framing to finish. FTYR, PTO. Must be physically fit, have valid drivers license and reliable transportation, supply own tool bags and basic hand tools. Pay DOE. Email applications with prior experience and references to erik@ketchamconstruction.com.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN TREES AND LANDSCAPING now hiring for our 40th summer season. Come join a team that’s deeply rooted in the Gunnison Valley. Visit rockymountaintrees.com/ employment/ to view available positions.

FORTUNE COOKIE: It’s tough to be fascinating.

ALMONT RESORT AND RESTAURANT is hiring for the following positions: Full or part-time servers, full or parttime prep cooks and line cooks. Starting hourly rate $25. Please call or text Roberto at 979-5303801 to arrange interview.

HYDROPONIC PRODUCTION

ASSISTANT: Mountain Roots seeks an individual to fill a part-time position that assists the production manager with organic food production in four hydroponic container farms. This person will participate in all aspects of crop management including, but not limited to, sowing, transplanting, harvesting, processing and packaging fresh food to be sold in local markets. Qualifications: Lift 20-50 lbs. regularly, stand for the majority of shifts, have full use of hands and fingers, preferably some experience with small-scale organic food production, weekend availability required and a positive attitude with the willingness to learn. 20 hours a week, $19/hour. If interested, please send a resume and short cover letter to collin@ mountainrootsfoodproject.org or visit mountainrootsfoodproject. org/join-our-team to learn more.

ACC MOUNTAIN WEST is hiring heavy equipment operators, CDL drivers and laborers for the US 285 and Highway 9 project. Hourly wages from $20-$35 and great benefits. ACC MW is a drug-

free work environment (including marijuana), Equal Opportunity Employer and we participate in E-Verify. Apply at accbuilt.com. For more information, call 303795-2582.

THE ELEVATION HOTEL TEAM IS GROWING: We are adding team members in the front office, engineering and food and beverage. Bell Captain $20/ hr, Bell Person $17/hr, Night

Auditor $21/hr, Night Audit

Supervisor $22/hr, Guest Service

Agent $20.25/hr, Front Desk

Supervisor $22/hr, Engineer I, II, II $21-$24/hr, Bartender $17/ hr. Full-time team members are eligible for full benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, gym membership, room night discounts and housing. For details and to apply, please visit highgate.com/careers. Questions can be directed to elustig@ elevationresort.com.

PART-TIME RANCH HELP

WANTED: Calving, etc. Possibility of housing available. One-room cabin. 303-902-6337.

BE YOUR OWN BOSS:

Campground looking for someone to run a camp store. You bring the stock, you keep the cash. Looking for summer season 2024, May-Sept. or Memorial Day-Labor Day. Call Lori for details. 970-784-6190.

PART-TIME SALES/CUSTOMER

SERVICE ASSOCIATE: Back at the Ranch is looking for a parttime sales/customer service associate at our Gunnison store. 15-20 hours per week, $25+/ hour. Sales or customer service experience preferred but training is available. Email resume to backatranch.office@gmail.com or stop by our store at 100 W. Spencer Ave to fill out an application.

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER AT 3

RIVERS RESORT IN ALMONT:

We are hiring cabin cleaners for summer and fall seasons. Housing for qualified, full-time candidates, pay starting at $20/ hr plus tips, bonus and raise opportunities, discounts, free rafting, fun workplace. Family owned and operated since 1983. Complete online application at 3riversresort.com/employment. Email operations@3riversresort. com.

BARISTAS: Hiring for the summer season. Mochas Coffeehouse and Bakery in Gunnison is seeking baristas to join our team. Must be able to complete all aspects of the job as an equal member of the team in a positive and fun work environment. Hourly pay plus tips and shift meals. Drop your resume off or fill out an application at Mochas, 710 N. Main St.

ALPINE INN is hiring a breakfast attendant, front desk and laundry help. Call Teresa at 970-2750611.

WANT TO WORK OUTSIDE THIS SUMMER? Alpengardener is looking to hire hardworking and motivated individuals for our garden maintenance, hardscape project and lawn maintenance crews. We are also looking for help in our Gunnison and Crested Butte garden centers. Full and part-time positions available. Email resume to beth@ alpengardener.com.

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Submit an ad online at gunnisonshopper.com

ELEVEN IS SEEKING A TEAMORIENTED AND FLEXIBLE HOUSEKEEPER to ensure application of the highest Eleven standards for cleanliness of guest rooms and common areas for all Eleven properties in Colorado. This position will work with the housekeeping and lodge teams to complete daily and checkout cleans for all guest rooms according to Eleven standards, and accommodating guest schedules. This position requires proficiency with English and an understanding of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) procedures, as well as ability to work flexible hours. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the needs of a hospitality company with high standards of excellence and the ability to succeed and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to ever-changing needs of a growing company. This full-time, summer seasonal position starts at $22/hour. The summer season runs May through Oct. For more information and to apply, please visit elevenexperience.com/ careers.

HORSE WRANGLER AND/OR

TRAINER: Part-time to start. Could work into full-time guide position. Need first-aid certification. 970-641-0529.

HOUSEKEEPING POSTITION:

$24 per hour, negotiable depending on experience. Perks: Work 7 hrs, get paid for 8, 14 gal. regular gas for those that work 5 days per week (weekdays only, no weekends) and $25 a day

accumulative stay bonus paid out at agreed upon last day, maxes at $2,000. Housekeeping positions open at Crystal Creek Homeowners Association, located 22 miles from Gunnison up Taylor Canyon. Open April-Sept., fulltime possible but not required, part-time also available. Marginal work after Sept. If not wanting 40 hrs./week, we are also happy to adjust schedules, just call.

Reliable vehicle needed to get to work. For more info, call 970641-3176. Please leave name and phone number.

PLANT PERSON (GARDENER):

$22 per hour. You only work on weekdays, no weekends. Perks: 40 hr. work week, individuals get 14 gals. of reg gas, $25 a day accumulative stay bonus paid out at agreed upon last day, maxes at $2,000. Plant position open at Crystal Creek Homeowners Association, located 22 miles from Gunnison up Taylor Canyon. Open first of May-Oct. and possibly later. Reliable vehicle needed to get to work. For more info, call 970-641-3176, please leave name and phone number. This person will help put plants in, weed, clean flowerbeds, transplant, fertilize, cage, deal with pests, clear beds in the fall and prep for winter. This person needs to be able to work on their own. Quality work is expected in a timely manner. Some experience would be great. Assistance and knowledge will be provided if short on experience. Weather will play a role in hours in early spring and late fall. Potential for other types of work if weather is a problem.

CLEAN LINES PAINTING, REFINISHING AND CARPENTRY is looking for a painter and/or carpenter. Experience preferred but not necessary. Busy summer season ahead. $22-$30/hour. Reliable transportation needed. Please text Adam at 970-2757724.

GUNNISON COUNTY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Public Health Nurse II –Substance Abuse Prevention

Juvenile Services: 20 hours/ week, hourly rate range from $33.79-$41.08, plus partial benefits.

Seasonal

Public Works: Guaranteed 40 hours/week, hourly rate range from $20.58-$23.43 depending on experience, plus partial benefits. Outdoor work that includes traffic control, fencing, tree and brush removal, trail work, recycling, equipment training and much more, all in a 4-day work week.

Patrol Deputy Sheriff: Full-time, 40 hours/ week, monthly salary range from $5,857-$6,669 plus full benefits.

Detention Deputy Sheriff: Full-time, 40 hours/ week, monthly salary range from $5,263-$5,992 plus full benefits.

Only work 14 days a month.

West Central Public Health

Partnership (WCPHP) Capacity

Coordinator

Part-time, 10-20 hour per week, hourly rate range from $28.64$32.62 plus partial benefits.

Heavy Equipment Operator I

Full-time, 40 hours/week, hourly rate from $22.91-$26.08 plus full benefits.

Seasonal Weed Program

Technician

40 hours/week for 6 months. This seasonal position is set to start in May and end in Oct., hourly range from $22.91-$26.08 plus partial benefits.

Permit and Right-Of-Way

Manager

Full-time, 40 hours/week, monthly salary range from $5,857-$7,120 plus full benefits.

Landfill Foreman

Full-time, 40 hours/week, hourly rate from $31.88-$36.29 plus full benefits.

Administrative Generalist

Full-time, 40 hours/week, hourly rate range $22.91-$26.08 plus full benefits.

For more information, including complete job descriptions, required qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCounty.org/jobs.

BLUE MESA RECREATIONAL RANCH is looking for housekeepers.

If you would like to stay on-property with your RV, rent is only $150/month and includes all utilities. $16-$18/hr. depending on experience. Full-time work, then enjoy this beautiful area on your days off. Call 970-7846190 if interested.

LOOKING TO EXPAND OUR METAL SHOP TEAM with highlymotivated individuals. Must possess excellent problemsolving abilities, willingness to acquire new knowledge and the ability to meticulously follow instructions in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in construction, welding, metal fabrication or management will be considered an asset. If you are ready for your next career message/call today, 858-442-2809 or email Katie@ vulcanironworks.net.

THE TOWN OF MT. CRESTED BUTTE IS HIRING FOR A SUMMER PARKS POSITION:

Hours will be between 30-40 hours per week. Minimum age requirement is 15 years old. Responsibilities include planting flowers, watering, weeding

flower beds, mowing, cleaning up after events in the pavilion and garden, cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash containers and more. Candidates should be expected to work outdoors in variable mountain and inclement weather conditions. They should be able to stoop, bend and carry up to 40 pounds. Pay range is $22-$25 per hour. For the full job description, please go to mtcb. colorado.gov. If you have any questions, please email or call Addison Ives at aives@mtcb. colorado.gov or 970-349-6632, ext 115. To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to Tiffany O’Connell at toconnell@ mtcb.colorado.gov.

PR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is looking for a full-time, year-round maintenance tech. Available starting at the beginning of May. Wage dependent on experience. Benefits include insurance reimbursement, IRA, ski pass and more. Please email resume to pr-prop@crestedbutte.net.

CONSTRUCTION LABORER: David Gross General Contractor is hiring full-time, hourly construction laborers. Duties include driving dump trailers, job site cleaning, receiving and handling of materials and variety of other needs. Must have current driver’s license. Please submit resume to david@davidgrossgc. com or call 970-901-1798.

HIGH-VOLUME, PROFESSIONAL GENERAL CONTRACTOR seeks full-time, experienced controller with 5+ years experience. Duties include overseeing general ledger and accounting functions, balance sheet reconciliation, maintaining accounting systems access controls and oversight of accounting managers including accounts receivable, accounts payable, billings functions and payroll preparation. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented and proactive in our fast-paced environment, with proficiency in Quickbooks and experience in ProCore a bonus. Competitive base salary and benefits. Please submit resume to david@ davidgrossgc.com or call 970901-1798.

FINISH CARPENTRY: High volume, professional general contractor seeks full-time, detail-oriented carpenters for a variety of carpentry needs, including back out framing, finish trim work, custom millwork and potential for other custom work. Competitive salary DOE, fuel stipend, vacation pay, health insurance, ski pass among top benefits. Please submit resume to david@davidgrossgc.com or call 970-901-1798.

Gunnison County, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) have temporarily closed several roads to all motor vehicles to protect Gunnison Sage-Grouse during their mating season and to prevent road damage during wet spring conditions.

These roads are closed by March 15 and will reopen on May 15, 2024. Roads may be closed earlier than March 15 if they are excessively muddy. The cooperation of the public is required to successfully implement these road closures, which help support conservation efforts for Gunnison Sage-Grouse.

The U.S. Forest Service closures in the Flat Top Mountain area north of Gunnison extends through June 15 to protect nesting Gunnison Sage-Grouse. These include Henkel Road and Smokey Bear access roads. BLM roads across the basin are subject to the motorized closures except for Hartman Rocks north of the Powerline Road. Roads and trails in the north end of Hartman Rocks are subject to closure based on winter

and mud conditions but those will open when roads and trails dry out. Signal Peak roads and trails on BLM lands remain closed to motorized use from January 1 to May 15 to protect wintering wildlife. Mechanized use on Signal Peak is allowed east of the Signal Peak Road beginning May 1 after 10 am. There is a human use closure on Signal Peak from March 15 to May 15; affected trails include The Ridge, Rasta Gulch, and Chicken Wing.

Copies of the closure list and maps are available at Gunnison County Public Works, 195 Basin Park Drive; Gunnison County Administration Office, 200 E. Virginia Ave; Colorado Parks and Wildlife Office, 300 W. New York; the BLM office at 2500 E. New York Ave; and the USFS Office, 216 N. Colorado Street; Gunnison, Colorado.

These closures apply to all motorized vehicles. Do not park at the closures in a manner that blocks access through the closure gates. All non-motorized trail users are also requested to use Gunnison Basin roads/trails only after 9 a.m. during this period to help reduce disturbance to sage-grouse.

For additional information call Gunnison County Public Works at 6410044; BLM at 642-4940; or the U.S. Forest Service at 641-0471.

Clean, ______ drinking water is something every person needs.

Clean water keeps our bodies and homes clean.

In parts of the world, people struggle to _______ clean water to keep their families healthy.

Droughts (long periods of time with very little rain) cause water ________. In some places, people must walk several miles a day carrying _________ containers to bring water home.

Often this water is dirty and unhealthy to __________.

Bubbles Take Away Troubles

Washing your hands with warm soap and water several times a day helps keep you healthy. Sing the “Happy Birthday” song as you wet your hands with warm water, lather them with soap, and rinse the soap away. Be sure to dry them completely.

is an organization with 1.4 million members around the world. Rotary members, called Rotarians, volunteer their time and raise money to help solve many problems in the world. And one of the biggest problems in the world is the need for clean drinking water. In the lower grid, draw what you see in each space on the upper grid to draw the Rotary logo.

Clean Hands Prevent Disease

W Water Wells

When it rains, water sinks into the soil and into underground pools.

To bring water to the surface, wells are needed. Wells help bring water to the surface for people to drink, bathe, and water crops. Rotary is helping people build wells.

hen clean water and soap are available, people don’t get sick as often. That’s because regular hand-washing helps prevent germs from hanging around to cause trouble.

In some places, schools don’t have enough restrooms and clean water for students. Rotary International works hard to build restrooms in schools in many countries.

Find the two bars of soap that are exactly the same.

How many di erences can you nd between these two pictures?

Dry Desert Danger

This is a five-gallon pail. Do the math to see how much it weighs when filled with water.

5 gallons of water weighs _____ pounds!

Can you lift this much?

Do you weigh more or less than this bucket of water?

Children in some dry desert areas must spend a lot of time helping carry buckets of water home for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. It’s not at all easy, especially under the hot desert sun.

ONLINE SALES AND OPERATIONS

MANAGER: Back at the Ranch is seeking an experienced sales and customer service individual to oversee our website and process online orders. This position is approximately 30-35 hours/week and salaried with commissions and bonuses. The hours for this position are flexible but half must be in our physical Gunnison store, working with our product, salespeople and photographing items. Pay depends on experience. Duties include adding, removing and editing products and categories on the site, performing general site maintenance, processing orders, processing claims, fielding customer phone calls and questions, shipping items, photographing new product, working with third-party digital marketing companies and analyzing site performance. Knowledge of WordPress is required, sales and customer service experience required. Email resume to backatranch. office@gmail.com.

LOOKING TO GET ROOTED THIS SUMMER? Connect with nature, planting and caring for perennial gardens throughout the valley. Laborer/gardener positions available May 1-Oct. 31. Experience preferred but we can teach, too. Small company, pay starts at $26/hr. horizonfinegardens@gmail.com or 970-275-1020.

LABOR POSITION: $22 per hour. You only work on weekdays, no weekends. Perks: 40 hr. work week, individuals get 14 gals. of reg gas and $25 a day accumulative stay bonus paid out at agreed upon last day, maxes at $2,000. Labor positions open at Crystal Creek Homeowners Association, located 22 miles from Gunnison up Taylor Canyon. Open first of May-Nov., possibly later. Reliable vehicle needed to get to work. For more info, call 970-641-3176. Please leave name and phone number.

MOUNTAIN WINDOWS is currently seeking a full or part time office manager. Pay starting at $22-28/hour DOE. Please email resume and letter of interest to mountainwindows1@ gmail.com.

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PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE

TECHNICIANS WANTED TO JOIN

THE SEALCO TEAM: $33+ hourly - $1,800+ weekly potential with performance and safety bonuses. Seeking motivated, hard-working and dependable individuals. No experience necessary. On the job training working outdoors. Paid weekly. Must be capable of lifting 60 pounds. Email resumes to Aaron@sealcoincorporated.com or call 970-641-4260.

Angel talks

FOUR HORSE-DRAWN FARM

IMPLEMENTS: Three have metal seats. Make excellent address or postal support, also make a statement. 970-944-2885.

ELEPHANTS CAN SWIM: In addition to using their mighty trunks for eating and drinking, they can use them to breathe like a snorkel when submerged in deep water.

EXCITED FOR SUMMER? IT IS NOT TO SOON TO LIST FARM AND GARDEN ITEMS!

SUBMIT AN AD AND A PHOTO ONLINE AT gunnisonshopper.com

Deadline every MONDAY by noon.

“Clean out your closets to allow room for new things. Just as you clean out your closets, you can rid yourself of old habits which will make room for new joys in your life. Ponder this. It is your choice.”

-Courtesy of Rhubarb Wisdom books

FOR RENT: Very nice, refurbished apartment. Kitchen, dining, living room. All open concept.1 bath. No pets. Families welcome. To apply, call 970-641-2917.

REAL ESTATE

RESIDENTIAL• COMMERCIAL • FOR SALE • RENTALS

3 BEDROOM HOME FOR RENT: 20 miles east of town. $1,750/mo. On working cattle ranch. 303902-6337. 1,500 SQ. FT. RETAIL/OFFICE

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BATHROOM VANITY: Three years old. Light gray in color with two drawers and two shelving areas. Approx. 36” wide. 31” to counter and sink adds another 5”. The

depth is almost 19”. Comes with matching mirror. $125. 970-5968954.

BELLA JUICER in great condition. Lightly used. Comes with recipe book. $50. Text 303-847-8293.

WILD SALMON are naturally pink because of all the shrimp they consume. Farm-raised salmon are fed plant pigments to get the same hue as wild salmon.

VINTAGE CLASSIC WOODEN

ROCKING CHAIR: Old family heirloom, it’s in great shape. I hate to sell it but I need to downsize. $200 OBO. Must pick up in Mt. Crested Butte. 970-9228360.

VINTAGE CHILDREN’S ITEMS:

Vintage 1951 comic book: General George MacArthur, The Great American, $20. Vintage Madam Alexander Netherlands boy and girl, 8 in. dolls. Used, loose elastic, 100% complete with Dutch shoes, clothing, flower basket, $15. Miniature Children’s tea set: Antique porcelain, made in Japan, two cups, two saucers, pitcher, $6. 970-274-8798.

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SWING GLIDER: Steel bench loveseat rocker for deck, porch w/textile fabric, steel frame brown. Used one summer. New $99.98, sell for $50 OBO. 970452-9015.

CARDSTOCK: Neenah Premium cardstock, 50 sheets, natural colors, $2, Neenah Premium cardstock, 25 sheets, texture, bright colors, $2. Georgia Pacific Premium cardstock paper, white, 250 sheets, $4. All new in packaging. 970-274-8198.

HOVERBOARD: Comes with a charger and has never been used outdoors. Good for kids and adults. $20. 970-596-8954.

WOMEN’S CLOTHING: Cloudveil women’s soft shell jacket, size medium, light green. Some sun fading, otherwise in great condition, $15. New with tags: Skins women’s Active A200 compression shorts, size small, black with pink stripe. $12. 970274-8198.

COLORADO’S STATE FLOWER is the Columbine.

MISC. ITEMS: Wilcor stainless steel 17 oz. water bottle with Colorado flag: New, $18. Built

NY BYO wine tote bag: NWOT red, new, $6. Mara Mia blue coasters: Set of 10, new, $5. Kitchen

Grabber mitt with moose theme: New with tags, $6. Small garden flag: 12 x 18, says “It’s All About the Journey”: New, $5. 970-2748198.

TOOL CHEST: Full of tools. Call for details. $500. Other misc. tools for sale as well. 970-417-8996.

MISC. ITEMS: Snowmobile cargo sled $75. Dog cages: Large, $45 and medium, $25, both with new trays. Mountain Smith fanny pack: Never used, $35. Two 10’ sections PVC schedule 40 sewer pipe: Never used, $40. Call 970901-0110.

MISC. ITEMS: Levenhuk

40L/50L/D50L microscope: Used, in great condition, $18. Sony DVP-FX810 Portable DVD Player 8”: Used, $13. Luzon mini binoculars: 8 x 21 DCI 122 M/1000M, $10. 970-274-8198.

PRINTING FILAMENTS: Blue PLA 3D 1.75mm, $86. Red PLA 3D 1.75mm, $8. Black PLA 3D 1.75mm, $8. White PLA 3D 1.75mm, $8. 970-274-8198.

OUTLANDER complete hardbound book set, nine volumes, still in sleeves, like new. $120 cash. 970-765-6687.

HIP PACKS: Almost new Patagonia ultralight Black Hole hip pack mini, $30. Cotopaxi Hip pack, Del Dia 3L, new with tags, $25. Leather Spike and Sparrow belt bag, $35. 970-596-8954.

BOARD GAMES AND PUZZLES: Apples to Apples Party Box, $15, Vintage 1973 Parker Brothers Pit Frenzied Trading game, $6, Vintage 1988 Milton Bradley Upwards,3D word game, $6. 970274-8198.

MISC. ITEMS: Diesel fuel 50 gallon steel tank: 12 volt, 15 GPM flow rate with recent hose and dispenser mounted on small pallet, $325. SIRIUS 12 volt radio system: complete, functioned as designed when recently removed from a track loader, $25. Call 970-901-0110.

quality and made in Utah. The endocrine mini set from Crystal Tones (two bowls). $400 OBO. 970-596-8954.

BEAUTY OF A DRESS: Do you have a spring break beach trip coming up or a wedding and needing something sweet and fashionable? Sabo Reverie cutout, one-shoulder, floral maxi dress, size XS. $40. 970-5968954.

LEGOS LEGOS LEGOS: My kids are ready to sell decades worth of Legos that they have invested thousands in. The storage alone is worth $200. Selling the whole set for $600, the price is firm. It includes building blocks, hundreds of Lego people and little Lego accessories and animals. A Lego builder’s dream! Text for pictures. 970-596-8954.

RADIO-CONTROLLED CESSNA 182 high-wing airplane complete

CRYSTAL SINGING BOWLS: These aren’t your run-of-themill set from Amazon. They are

flown. $150. 970-901-0110.

ELDER BEAT

Tips to prevent pickleball injuries

Pickleball has inspired millions of devotees. According to the Association of Pickleball Professionals, roughly 36.5 million individuals played pickleball in 2022, and 45 percent of players who participated in a YouGov study conducted between August 2021 and August 2022 indicated they planned to play more pickleball in the coming six months than they had in the previous six months.

Pickleball is thriving, and that’s great news for those who love the game. Unfortunately, pickleball also has proven beneficial to orthopedic practices. A 2023 analysis from UBS estimated pickleball injuries could cost Americans nearly $400 million in 2023. Seniors are especially vulnerable to pickleball injuries, as a 2021 study published in the journal Injury Epidemiology found that 86 percent of emergency room visits related to pickleball injuries affected individuals 60 and older.

Injuries are a part of any sport, and pickleball is no different. Though there’s no foolproof method to guarantee pickleball players don’t get hurt playing the game they love, the following are some tips that can reduce injury risk.

• Gear up. Pickleball is a competitive sport, but there’s a tendency among some players, particularly novices, to take a casual approach to the game. Veteran players may know better, but anyone new to the game should be sure to wear the appropriate gear when playing. Athletic shoes with ample traction can reduce the likelihood that players will slip or fall. The right racket also can

reduce risk for elbow injuries. The sporting goods experts at Dick’s Sporting Goods note that paddles should feature a light to medium weight, comfortable grip and a large sweet spot. The right paddle will be different for everyone, so novices are urged to speak to veteran players for advice on which paddle might be best for them.

• Embrace physical activity. Pickleball can be a great workout, and players can reduce their injury risk by embracing physical activity even when they

are not playing. Leg exercises can help build lower body strength, but strength exercises that focus on the upper body also can reduce injury risk.

• Loosen up before playing. Taking the court right after getting out of the car is a recipe for injury. Arrive five to 10 minutes before a game and use that time to loosen up. A short walk and some subsequent stretches can help players make sure their bodies are not too tight to play. Some brief warm-up exercises and stretching can reduce mus-

cle tension and make the body less vulnerable to injury.

• Hydrate before, during and after a game. The experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine note that water cushions the joints, which helps athletes maintain their flexibility. Flexibility can reduce injury risk, particularly in a sport like pickleball. The 2021 study published in Injury Epidemiology noted that 60 percent of pickleball injuries are sprains, strains or fractures. Remaining flexible can reduce athletes’ risk

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for sprains and strains. Johns Hopkins recommends adults consume between six and 12 ounces of water for every 20 minutes of sports play and to drink between 16 and 24 ounces afterward.

Pickleball is wildly popular, even though pickleball injuries are common. Players can embrace various strategies to reduce their injury risk.

What is the “silver tsunami”?

The United States is changing, and observant individuals may notice the nation is skewing a little older than it has in recent years. Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate roughly 56 million Americans had reached age 65 by 2020, which marked a nearly 39 percent increase since 2010. The increase in the population that has reached traditional retirement age has been dubbed a “silver tsunami,” and that increase could stretch government resources thin in the decades to come. In fact, a 2018 report from the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy noted that the federal

government could face considerable challenges as more of its budget is allocated to age entitlement programs such as Social Security and Medicare. That problem may not prove unique to the United States, as the United Nations estimates that the elderly population in Europe is expected to account for around 30 percent of all residents by 2050. Though entitlement programs differ from country to country, finding ways to successfully manage the silver tsunami could be imperative to various nations’ financial stability in the decades to come.

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WOODEN ROUND KITCHEN TABLE with four chairs. You would have to pick up. Call or text Rebekah at 970-275-8797 to arrange pickup.

ANTIQUE SINGER SEWING MACHINE in not working order. You would have to pick it up. Call or text Rebekah at 970-2758797 to schedule pickup.

ANTIQUE FULL-SIZE BED: Contains header and footer, so not usable with certain mattresses. Mattress and box spring not included. You would have to pickup. Call or text Rebekah at 970-275-8797 to schedule pickup.

WATER COOLER/DISPENSER: Electric, dispenses cold or room temperature water. Uses 2 or 5 gallon water jugs. 970-6416999.

THE FOLLOWING LOST AND FOUND ITEMS ARE CURRENTLY AT THE GUNNISON POLICE DEPARTMENT.

To claim an item listed below, please call 970-641-8283 to make an appointment. Items not claimed within 180 days (owner unknown) or 60 days (owner known) become property of the City of Gunnison. Items found in approximately the

last 30 days:

24-0437GPD

GREEN MADDGEAR BMX BIKE

24-0536GPD

RED SUN BICYCLE, REVOLUTION, TOWNIE

24-0552GPD CURRENCY

24-0569GPD

WALLET - IRA CAMINONG

24-0581GPD HANDGUN

2003 HONDA 150CC CRF MOTORCYCLE:

Been stored, good condition, asis. $1,900 OBO. 970-275-9733.

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HAIKU: My zipper is down

No one has told me all day

Who are my real friends?

2018 JOHN DEERE 324K 4WD LOADER W/ ATTACHMENTS: Wellmaintained, 1,622 hours, delivery available. EPA FT4 engine, ride control, kit 3rd function push, stereo steer, 1.1 cu. m. loader bucket, 60” pallet fork frame kit, 8’ snow plow. Chains included. Call 970-209-6056.

2003 HONDA CRF 150CC MOTORCYCLE: As-is. $1,950 OBO. 970-275-9733.

2021 LUND 1875 IMPACT

SPORT: 19’. Includes two motors and trolling motor. Life jackets, fish finder, nets, two tubes with accessories. Asking $59,000. Serious inquiries only, please. Candi, 970-209-3435.

ELECTRIC FENCE CHARGERS: 2 chargers $25 each. Call 970944-2885.

EGG CARTONS WANTED: Clean, used, 1 dozen size. 970-6415644.

I COLLECT GOLD and silver of all types. Jewelry, coins, sterling and more. Top dollar paid. 970-5963230.

WATER TRAILER AVAILABLE FOR DAILY RENTAL: 500 gallon Multiquip WT5 with Honda GX120 motor. Be on the safe side with your springtime controlled burns. To reserve day(s), please call 970-4133302.. $200/day. Other uses: dust control, construction, and agricultural support.

TWO ENGLISH SADDLES, GIRTHS, SADDLE PADS: 16 in., close contact. $400 each, OBO. I also have several leather girths for $20 each, OBO and saddle pads. 970-642-3172. No texts.

SUDOKU ANSWERS

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

Lake City. $200 OBO. Call or text Norman, 970-946-2360 or email raglend@centurylink.net.

18 FT. CATARAFT w/motor. Many extras. 970-275-5035.

THULE SWEDEN RACK: Ski, snowboard and bike rack for 2” receiver in back of vehicles. In

NEED FOOD ASSISTANCE?

Gunnison Country Food Pantry is open on Mondays from 1-4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1-7 p.m. Spanish and Cora translators are available on Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m. Visit the pantry at 114 S. 14th St. in Gunnison. Info at GunnisonCountryFoodPantry.org.

THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK FOUNDATION (RMEF) BANQET will take place at 5 p.m. on April 27 at the Fred Field Heritage Center. RMEF’s mission is habitat improvement, land and easement acquisitions, managementrelated research, elk transplants and conservation education. Enjoy a prime rib dinner, silent auction, live auction and raffles. For tickets, call 970.596.0215. For more information, call 970.209.0196.

GOT OLD MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS SITTING AROUND NOT GETTING

ATTENTION? Consider donating them. They do not need to be in playable condition. Please snap a pic and email to useyourvoiceartproject@gmail. com to arrange pick-up or dropoff.

THE GUNNISON VALLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION (GVEF) invites the community to learn how their Teacher Innovation Grants and projects impact learning for children and teachers in our school district on April 24 from 6-7 p.m. at the Gunnison Library. Light refreshments provided. GVEF is a component fund of the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley. For more information, visit gunnisonvalleyeducationfoundation.org.

PLANT SALE: The Gunnison Valley Producers’ Guild will host their annual vegetable and herb plant sales on April 27 and May 25 at 513 S. Main St. from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The guild will have seed potatoes for sale and local compost available by donation. Farmers will have seeds and plants for sale. Onions, broccoli, kale, tomatoes, cauliflower and more.

TRADITIONAL ARCHERS: Earl Hoyt R/H longbow, 66” at 65 lbs. with leather bow quiver and stringer. Rare SST R/H recurve bow, 66” at 70 lbs. with aircraft aluminum riser, sight pin adapter, mechanical rest, Berger button and stringer. Both very good condition and priced at $200 each. 970-901-0110.

THE GUNNISON ARTS CENTER IS NOW OPEN on Fridays from 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Find more info at gunnisonartscenter. org.

FLOOD INSURANCE: In the event of a flood, are you and your family adequately prepared? There is a 30-day waiting period for new flood insurance policies to take effect once they are purchased. Floodplain residents should purchase flood insurance, and any resident may purchase flood insurance if you think your home is vulnerable. Historically, about one-third of all flood insurance claims occur outside of the mapped regulatory floodplain area (for 100-year floods). Generally, a less expensive preferred risk policy is available for these properties. For more information about flood insurance, contact your insurance agent. You can also visit floodsmart.gov or the Colorado Water Conservation Board at cwcb.colorado.gov/ focus-areas/hazards/floodinformation-resources. For local flood hazard information and to find out if your property is located in a flood hazard area, please contact the community development office of the jurisdiction in which you reside: City of Gunnison Floodplain Manager Eric Jansen. 970-6418151. ejansen@gunnisonco.gov, or Gunnison County Floodplain Manager Hillary Seminick, 970-641-7930, HSeminick@ gunnisoncounty.org, or visit gunnisoncounty.org/1011/ Floodplain-Development

Town of Crested Butte Floodplain Manager Troy Russ 970-3495338, truss@crestedbutte-co.gov, Town of Mt. Crested Butte Community Development, 970349-6632, Gunnison County Emergency Management, 970-641-2481, smorrill@gunnisoncounty.org, orLBickford@gunnisoncounty. org.

RADY SCHOOL INDUSTRY NIGHT:

The community is invited to join Western Colorado University for the Rady School of Computer Science and Engineering’s Industry Night on April 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Meet partnership students, faculty and alumni, explore programs and engage with student projects. Find more information on the Rady School at western.edu.

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THE MOUNTAIN WORDS FESTIVAL is a multi-day literary celebration featuring readings, workshops, kids’ events, parties, panel discussions, live theater and more from May 24-26. Tickets and passes are on sale now at crestedbuttearts.org.

EARTH WEEK FILM SCREENING:

The Gunnison Farmers Market will remember local environmental advocate Steve Schechter with a screening of the film “Regenerating Life” on April 25 at 7 p.m. at the Western Colorado University Center Theater. Suggested donations are $5 for students and $10 for the community. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Learn more at gunnisonfarmersmarket.org.

PTA SUPPLY DRIVE: The Gunnison Valley PTA is hosting a supply drive to thank teachers on May 7. See items requested and sign up to donate at shorturl.at/ hXY57.

THE ROTARY CLUB OF GUNNISON invites proposals from local charitable organizations for grant support, specifically those that serve children from birth to high school graduation. Organizations must be 501(c) (3) tax-exempt or other type of charitable organization. The application deadline is June 3 at noon. Email Pam Montgomery at pgmflower@gunnison.com or call 970.901.9950 for more information and to apply.

THE GUNNISON WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION will host local experts on big-game management and invasive cheatgrass on April 25 at 6 p.m. at the Fred Field Western Heritage Center in Gunnison. All are welcome to attend this free event.

THE PARAGON ART GALLERY PEOPLE’S FAIR is now accepting artist applications. The People’s Fair runs from Aug. 31-Sept. 1. Free booth spaces are available for the first eight local nonprofits to apply. This non-juried show is first come, first served, so please mail in your application promptly. Find the application from and more information at paragonartgallery.com.

from 12-2 p.m. at the University Center, Western Colorado University.

THE DOCTOR PARK TRAIL is closed to all uses from nowMemorial Day weekend for bighorn sheep protection. Please respect all trail closures.

“Art is the proper task of life.”Friedrich Nietzsche

TOP O’ THE WORLD GARDEN CLUB is now taking pre-orders for their annual plant sale. Visit the club’s Facebook page and enter the number of plants you’d like to order in the comment area. Plants are $6.50 each plus tax. The public plant sale will take place on May 18 from 9 a.m-noon at the Gunnison Fairgrounds covered parking area.

SEGURO DE INUNDACION:

Seminick, 970-641-7930, HSeminick@gunnisoncounty. org or visite gunnisoncounty. org/1011/FloodplainDevelopment

Administrador de inundaciones de Crested Butte Troy Russ, 970349-5338, truss@crestedbutte-co.gov, Desarrollo Comunitario del Pueblo de Mt. Crested Butte, 970-349-6632, Administración de Emergencias del Condado de Gunnison, 970-641-2481, smorrill@ gunnisoncounty.org or LBickford@gunnisoncounty.org.

BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS AND ANGLERS PRESENTS PUBLIC LANDS DAY FESTIVITIES at the I-Bar Ranch in Gunnison from May 17-19. May 18 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., volunteers will remove miles of area fencing, improving habitat for multiple species, followed by a community party at 7 p.m. Camping is available for the weekend. Learn more and sign up at backcountryhunters. org/beers_bands_and_barbwire_ strands_2024.

FRIENDS OF THOMAS MCKELVIE are invited to attend his 100-year birthday celebration on May 26

En caso de inundación, ¿están usted y su familia adecuadamente preparados? Existe un periodo de espera de 30 días para que las nuevas pólizas de seguro contra inundaciones entren en vigencia una vez adquiridas. Los residentes en zonas inundables deberían contratar un seguro contra inundaciones, y cualquier residente puede contratar un seguro contra inundaciones si cree que su vivienda es vulnerable. Históricamente, alrededor de un tercio de todas las reclamaciones de seguros contra inundaciones se producen fuera de la zona de terreno inundable reglamentaria cartografiada (para inundaciones de 100 años). Por lo general, estas propiedades disponen de una póliza de riesgo preferente menos costosa. Para más información sobre el seguro contra inundaciones, póngase en contacto con su agente de seguros. También puede visitar floodsmart.gov o la Junta de Conservación del Agua de Colorado cwcb.colorado.gov/ focus-areas/hazards/floodinformation-resources . Para obtener información local sobre riesgos de inundación y saber si su propiedad se encuentra en una zona de riesgo de inundación, póngase en contacto con la Oficina de Desarrollo Comunitario de la jurisdicción en la que reside. Administrador de inundaciones de la ciudad de Gunnison Eric Jansen, 970-641-8151ejansen@ gunnisonco.gov, o Administrador de inundaciones del condado de Gunnison Hillary

COMMUNITY READ PROGRAM: Free copies of Laura Pritchett’s “Playing with (Wild)fire” are available at the Old Rock, Gunnison and Western Colorado University libraries. The Community Read Program will culminate during the Mountain Words Festival with a free author talk at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts on May 26th at 2 p.m. For more info, contact drew@ gunnisoncountylibraries.org.

PSYCHEDELICS SUMMIT: Join the Crested Butte Center for the Arts and the Nowak Society in presenting an evening panel discussion with psychedelic experts on April 27. Explore ideas and current developments around psychedelic research and use for mental health. Tickets for this event are available by donation. Find more information at crestedbuttearts.org.

HIGH SCHOOL ART SHOW:

The Gunnison Arts Center is proud to host the annual Gunnison High School art exhibit in the Cafe and Tredway Galleries. For graduating seniors, this show represents their capstone work. The exhibit will run through April 28.

Hats: $20

T-SHIRTS: $20

Hoodies: $40

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

You can get your spark back with some help from friends, Aries. You may have been struggling in one form or another, but others can provide the perspective needed.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, you are a dependable rock and that comes with a lot of responsibility. Sometimes you may feel overwhelmed, and in those instances feel free to delegate some tasks.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Too much joking around may strike a nerve of someone close to you, Gemini. Feel out every situation before you start communicating in such a laid back and jovial way.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, like it or not, you have to stand by a promise or a commitment you made to someone, even if you no longer feel like doing so. Once it is finished, you can go your separate ways.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, if others have underestimated you or written you off in the past, you will have an opportunity to prove them wrong this week, even if you already know the truth.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Your keen eye for detail has you pointing out a mistake that may have cost someone a lot of money, Virgo. Your reward could be a promotion or another commendation.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Making room for your needs right now is challenging as others seem to require all of the attention, Libra. You will have a chance to balance the scales soon enough.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Right now you may be reluctant to commit or comment on an issue that is affecting some in your circle, Scorpio. You can get involved once you dig further and do your own research.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, when you hang out with friends, you may be tempted to spend more than is in your budget at the moment. Set a limit, and perhaps leave your credit cards at home.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, you are ready to move forward, but others in your orbit may be holding you back. Know when to cut loose and do things according to your bigger vision.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Thinking about all of the things in your life that may not be going to plan could have you feeling down, Aquarius. Flip the perspective and start focusing on the right things.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, you are known for being a dreamer, but right now you have to come down from the clouds and develop a solid plan of action. There will be time for fanciful ideas later.

Allow 2 weeks for water flow to reach from the north to south ends of town.

Ditch users must clear debris to allow for good water flow before headgates opening on May 6th.

Watch up and down the block for blockages and back ups.

Check and clear the end of the block for debris buildup.

Remove all dams, check boards, rocks, sumps, sump buckets from the ditches during the first week of water.