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INSIDE
Mid-June / Mid-July 2010
A welcoming place
Community Garden page 3
Memorial Day Golf Tourney page 12
Women’s Golf page 17
Two I-70 travelers read the historical train robbery sign in front of the Visitors Cabin in Parachute. Right, cabin volunteer Candy Albee works at the cabin four days a week. “I love it!” she says. Photos by Carrie Click
After 25 years, two homes, and multitudes of visitors, Parachute Visitors Cabin provides a friendly break to interstate travelers By Artha Hornbostel, Echo contributor
Kiwanis Korner page 19
Prayer Shawl page 23
Since 1985, it’s served as a link, connecting locals to visitors. Perhaps like no other spot, it’s a place I-70 travelers remember as friendly, helpful and welcoming, providing a relaxing break during long drives through western Colorado. Cabin volunteers have greeted people from all over the state, country, and the world to the Grand Valley. And now, it’s time to celebrate the cabin’s role as a friendly, inviting place for travelers to take a break from driving and to get a good feeling about the Grand Valley. On June 19, a 25th anniversary celebration is being held at the Parachute Visitor Center Cabin in the park just north of Parachute’s I-70 interchange. The whole community is invited for a free barbecue and live music by the band, Alpine Echo. Besides community members, and the cabin’s usual stream of highway visitors, many former cabin volunteers who have moved away are planning to attend. It will be a chance to visit with old friends as well as greet interesting travelers who use I-70, one of only a few of the main interstates to cross the nation.
Tourist court beginnings The original cabin, which has been replaced by the current one, was part of a tourist court called the Log Cabin Motel on Highway 6 on the edge of Parachute. The cabin was one of a cluster of eight little log roadside cabins. With the construction of I-70, the motel closed down and the cabin was moved up to Taughenbaugh Mesa. Bob Ackerman, president of the Parachute Chamber of Commerce at the time, and other chamber members managed to move it back down to the rest area park left behind by the construction of I-70. That first cabin
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FROM THE EDITOR
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Getting back to Grand Valley’s roots The Grand Valley is going back to its roots – literally. The area was once a thriving agricultural area, and now, two new projects have started up this growing season. A community garden is springing up on North Parachute Avenue, right across from the Grand Valley United Methodist Church. Bill Baer is reestablishing the concept of a garden club, and the church has agreed to allow locals to use a plot of land to grow veggies and flowers. Everything is ready to go at the garden plot. What are needed now are individuals and families who’d like to grow their own produce and plants. If you’re interested in fresh tomatoes or your very own cut flowers, contact Bill at 285-6353 and he’ll help get you set up. See more about the community garden on page 3. Over at Parachute Town Hall, Bob Knight, the town administrator, says plans are in the works for a weekly farmers’ market to take place on Saturdays on First Street, two blocks north of the Parachute rest area. Bob’s already got a list of crafts vendors interested in selling their goods at the market. Now he’s looking for farmers – both professional and amateur – to offer up their fruits and vegetables. See page four for more on Parachute’s farmers’ market, and contact Bob at 2857630 if you’re interested in joining other market vendors. Here’s to a sunny and healthy summer. – Carrie Click
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Left, Chad Corbette, Amelia Shelley, Sherry Long. Right, Parachute Branch Library under construction.
EnCana donates $56,000 to GarCo Library District Funds pay for natural gas heating equipment for libraries in Rifle and Parachute
By Emily Hisel, outreach coordinator, Garfield County Public Library District The Garfield County Public Library District will see a 30 percent reduction in annual utility costs thanks to a $56,000 grant from EnCana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc. The grant money is paying for the installation of two high-efficiency boilers to heat the new 30,000square-foot library being built in Rifle. The funds are also being used to retrofit the Parachute Branch Library with a natural gas heating system during its current renovation and expansion. Amelia Shelley, district executive director, and
Chad Corbette, assistant site supervisor, joined Sher Long, EnCana stakeholder relations, to watch the boilers be installed in the iron frame of the soon-to-be Rifle Branch Library. “This is a great opportunity where the community can experience the environmental and fiscal benefits of natural gas heating systems,” says Sher. “Libraries are invaluable assets to the community and it is very rewarding for us to help Garfield County Public Library District better serve its patrons.” Both buildings are designed to feature energy-efficient appliances and fixtures that manage long-term operating costs. When completed, the Rifle Branch Library seeks to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. Buildings with this certification use less energy than conventional buildings of the same size, have construction practices that include recycling and minimal environmental impact, and continuously monitor for
energy efficiency. The Parachute Branch Library renovation is adhering to guidelines for U.S. Green Building Council Standards, also contributing to overall energy efficiency. “EnCana has graciously given Garfield County Libraries a grant to buy natural gas heating systems that will make the environment more comfortable for our patrons and help manage utility bills,” says Amelia. “Saving money on utilities will allow us to spend more on programs and materials.” The Rifle building will feature more room for library materials, administrative offices for the entire district, a community room and a civic plaza in partnership with the City of Rifle. The renovated Parachute Branch Library will house more books, materials, and a 100-person meeting room for library events and community meetings.
Community garden for the Grand Valley community By Bill Baer, Echo contributor A community garden is being built in Parachute directly across from the Grand Valley United Methodist Church on North Parachute Avenue. For many years, Battlement Mesa had a garden club located behind the yellow apartments. Unfortunately, Battlement Mesa needed the space for other purposes and it was closed two summers ago. The Methodist church owns the North Parachtue Avenue plot of land and was looking for a project to allow local residents to grow vegetables or flowers. Members of the church decided that we could use this space to provide families a space to grow their own produce. The key to establishing the garden was to get water. The Town of Parachute agreed with the concept and has provided us with a water tap, free of charge. We then solicited funds from local businesses. We received funds from Old Mountain Gifts, Alpine Bank, Wells Fargo Bank, John Lyons Enterprises, church members, and other local businesses. We plowed out space for 10 plots and bought topsoil for the plots. Battlement Mesa Company donated a shed for the garden. We plan to use drip irrigation within the garden. This will permit us to minimize water and enhance the growth of that which is planted. We have purchased the necessary hose and emitters for accomplish this. What we need now are families to establish their gardens. We have established two plots so far, but would like to see more families sign up for this season. The cost for each plot is $20 to pay for tools, weed control, etc. Since there are deer in Parachute, each lot needs to be fenced. We are soliciting fence posts and fencing, but families may need to buy some chicken wire for the fencing. Those of you who have grown your own vegetables know how good your own produce can be. Come see what we have established and call us at 2856353 if you are interested in participating.
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A counter view to doom and gloom By Parachute Town Administrator Robert Knight
I believe the Town of Parachute is a good barometer for activity in the oilfields. With that in mind, we are seeing a slow resurgence and return to drilling activity. This is evidenced by increases in energyrelated sales tax revenue, increased oilfield traffic and yes, even Exit 75 is getting congested from time to time. According to the major energy players, we can expect to see this increase continue throughout the year. It is a welcome relief and we hope Garfield County and our sister cities start to see some relief soon from the increased activity. As the town's official representative, I declare the recession over. I know I am correct; it's just a matter of how soon I am proven right. I thought I would offer a counter view to all the doom and gloom being fed to us by the mainstream media. I know the character of our citizens and community, and we will weather the storms of difficulty and emerge with a renewed sense of optimism as our economy continues to grow. Our rest area is undergoing a major transformation this year. A new variable message board is now up and operational, spreading the word about community events and welcoming visitors to our fair city. The cabin has undergone an interior clean up with fresh paint, and our public works crew just completed a major revision to the landscaping around the cabin itself. The large holes people have been seeing in the grassy areas are the infrastructure for our new and innovative solar array. The construction schedule has the array being completed by June 11. We are hosting an official opening ceremony once they are up and operating and invite all to see what is going to be a very unique design. The cabin at the rest area is entering into its 25th year of service. I viewed some of the visitor logs and it is an impressive list of folks from all 50 states and numerous countries. (Read more about the cabin in the cover story.) The Wasson-McKay property on Cardinal Way is also undergoing some major landscaping renovation work. We just had the trees and foliage trimmed for the first time in 25 years. You can now see the entire property and will understand why the town purchased this the parcel for a new park. We are looking to expand the parking by purchasing two parcels adjacent, which are now under contract. We have a dentist office under construction and will soon see groundbreaking for an office building for Berry Petroleum. A new hotel across from the Shell station is still in the works. Work will begin shortly on the completion of Parachute Park Boulevard. This will complete a truck route from Highway 6 directly connecting with County Road 215 north of town. Work still continues on the new interchange as funding opportunities continue to be explored and sought after. The final engineering for the interchange should be completed next year and all right of way needed for construction should be obtained. There is great excitement from local and outside investors about the interchange, convincing me we will see a strong build up of commercial building in the area once access to the interchange is open. In response to all the rumors, we still have no promises or expectations that City Market will be building a storefront anytime soon in the Parachute area. Having a new interchange would improve our odds in my opinion but we have no commitment from City Market. The town has space available for a farmers’ market on First Street. This space is available free of charge. If you have produce you would like to sell or crafts to vend, please contact me at Parachute Town Hall at 285-7630. I am making a list of interested parties and will host a meeting once I have identified enough participants to make this worth everyone's time. The new variable message sign will be used to direct traffic to the location. That should help drive customers to the space to view your wares.
BMC’s third Community Speaks meeting at new Battlement restaurant
By Carrie Click, Echo editor As part of an ongoing effort to increase communication between Battlement Mesa residents and the Battlement Mesa Company, CEO Eric Schmela is hosting the third Community Speaks event. Community Speaks is a series of public meetings to discuss current events that affect the Battlement Mesa community. The Community Speaks meeting will be a sneak preview of Battlement Mesa’s new restaurant, 35th Avenue Grill, on July 15 at 6:30 p.m. The grill is located in the former White Buffalo space in the Town Plaza. Representatives from 35th Avenue Grill will be on hand to showcase the new restaurant and will provide a tasting of selected menu items along with beverages. Local citizens can also ask questions on any topic of concern related to living at Battlement Mesa. The last two Community Speaks meetings have been attended by dozens of participants who had many questions and heard updates of what’s happening in Battlement Mesa. “I want to continue to hear from you and allow for continued dialogue among residents and businesses alike,” says Eric. “Thank you to those who attended our first two meetings. This forum has allowed everyone to exchange thoughts and comments about our community. I look forward to seeing you and to another opportunity to listen to the ‘Community Speak.’ See you there!”
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GO GRAND VALLEY
Your calendar for goings on in and around Parachute and Battlement Mesa Help our calendar grow; let us know. Send public event items to gve@crystalvalleyecho.com. Be sure to include the five Ws (who, what, when, why and where), contact info, cost and anything else readers need to know.
• June 15: 10 am.-12 p.m. Update meeting open to the public regarding the Battlement Mesa Health Impact Assessment, with Garfield County Environmental Health Manager Jim Rada at the new Grand Valley Fire Station community room. 124 Stone Quarry Rd., Battlement. Contact Dave at dgdevanney@comcast.net.
• June 19: 2-5 p.m. Visitors Cabin 25th anniversary celebration at the Parachute rest stop, courtesy of the Town of Parachute and the Parachute/Battlement Chamber of Commerce. Free barbecue by Stallion Oil Field Services, live music with Alpine Echo, and more. 285-0388. • June 24: The Village Artists will not meet inside at the Battlement Mesa Activity Center as usual, but outside at Rifle Mountain Park for plein air painting. Contact Elaine Warehime, Village Artists president, at 285-7197 about time and carpooling.
• June 26: Neighborhood Watch Barbecue at Beasley Park. Contact Parachute Town Hall, 285-7630 for more information.
• June 26: 4-7 p.m. A “Meet and Greet” with Tom Jankovsky, Republican District 1 Garfield County Commissioner candidate, at the home of Tom and Pam Hogelin, 134 Boulder Ridge Dr., in Battement Mesa, for hors d’oeuvres and a social get together. Tom Jankovsky will meet and discuss issues with Battlement Mesa and Parachute residents.
• July 5: Registration deadline for Grow Well’s Living with Asthma program on July 8 from 12-1 p.m. Call Grand River Hospital and Medical Center at 625-6200. Free; includes lunch.
• July 8: 12 p.m. Parachute/Battlement Chamber of Commerce membership meeting at the Battlement Mesa Schoolhouse. 285-0388.
• July 8: 12-1 p.m. "Living with Asthma – Lunch & Learn for Children & Parents” is at Grand River Hospital and Medical Center, Rifle Creek Conference Room. Free. You must RSVP by July 5 at 625-6200.
• July 10: 2 p.m. Mary Jane Bradbury portrays the Unsinkable Molly Brown in an historical recreation at the Battlement Mesa Schoolhouse. Presented by the Grand Valley Historical Society. Members free; $3 requested donation for adults.
July 15: 12 p.m. Parachute/Battlement Chamber of Commerce board meeting at Alpine Bank – Battlement Mesa. 285-0388.
July 15: 6:30 p.m. Community Speaks meeting, an open citizens forum, with Battlement Mesa Company CEO Eric Schmela is at Battlement’s new restaurant, 35th Avenue Grill, at town plaza near Clark’s Market. Everyone invited. 285-9740.
Ongoing • The Battlement Mesa Activity Center has lots of classes and activities: swimming, dancing, personal training, water aerobics, yoga, kung fu, basketball, and more. Call 285-9480. • Remember that the Parachute Library has temporarily moved to the corner of Fisher and Hill next to the Grand Valley Center for Family Learning in downtown Parachute. The original library is being renovated. Call 285-9870 with questions or if you need directions. • Parachute/Battlement Park and Rec has summer programs starting in June. Check out new offerings on page 17. • Every Monday from 12-1 p.m. the Grand Valley United Methodist Church serves a free soup lunch at the church at 132 Parachute Ave. • Every Monday from 12:45-4 p.m., Party Bridge is held at the Battlement Mesa Activity Center. All levels welcome. • The first Tuesday of every month, at 7 p.m. the West Garfield Democrats meet at Mesa Vista Assisted Living, 285-7206. • Every Tuesday at 7 a.m., the Kiwanis Club of Grand Valley/Parachute meets at its new location, the Parachute Senior Center, 540 N. Parachute, in Parachute. Coffee is at 7 a.m., program begins at 7:30 a.m. • The second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m., the Grand Valley Citizens Alliance meets at the Mesa Vista Assisted Living. Call Paul, 285-7791. • Neighborhood Watch meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Parachute Town Hall, 222 Grand Valley Way, Parachute. 285-7630. • HEARTBEAT, for those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide, meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Glenwood Springs. Therapists do not conduct this group; it is a safe place where others who share this unique pain can provide and obtain mutual support. Use the Bethel Chapel entrance of the church located at 824 Cooper Street. • Every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m., the Valley Senior Center hosts a luncheon prepared by the Rifle Senior Center. $2.50 for those over 60. Reservations taken Mondays from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; call 285-7216. • The first and third Wednesday of every month at 3 p.m., the Battlement Mesa Architectural Committee meets at the Battlement Mesa Activity Center. Open to the public. 285-9432. • The second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m., the Parachute/Battlement Mesa Park and Recreation District Board of Directors meets at the recreation district office, which moves this month to the Wasson/McKay House under the I-70 overpass, Parachute, 285-0388, pbmparkandrec.org.
• Every Wednesday at 6 p.m., "Through the Bible in One Year" Bible Study is at the Grand Valley Christian Church, 116 W. Second. Contact Pastor Lois Smith, 285-7957.
• Every Thursday at 10 a.m. (except the first Thursday of the month), the Prayer Shawl Ministry meets at the Grand Valley United Methodist Church, 132 N. Parachute, Parachute. Call Sharon, 285-2318, or the church, 285-9892, to join in.
• Every Friday from 9-9:30 a.m. “Community Connections” interviews with community members on KSUN 103.9 FM.
• Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Story Time is at the Parachute Library. 285-9870.
• Every Friday at 7 p.m. Al-Anon meets for those troubled by another’s drinking at Grand Valley Christian Church, 116 W. Second, main building. Strictly confidential. Contact Doris, 285-9836 or Bonnie, 984-2286.
• Every Saturday BINGO! Is held at the Valley Senor Center. Coffee, soft drinks, popcorn, snacks.
• Every Saturday, Mountain Family Health Center in Glenwood is now open from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on a walk-in basis, providing a low-cost alternative to the ER for non-emergency care. No appointment necessary. 1905 Blake Ave. 945-2840.
• Interested in playing pinochle? Call Anne Huber at the Battlement Mesa Activity Center, 285-9480.
Upcoming:
• July 24: Neighborhood Watch Barbecue at Cottonwood Park. Contact Parachute Town Hall, 2857630.
July 27: 1 p.m. Village Artists meet at Battlement Mesa Activity Center; guest is David Cooke from Grand Junction, who will critique art. Call Elaine Warehime, Village Artists president, at 285-7197
• July 27-29: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Grow Well’s Healthy Kids Camp at Grand River Hospital and medical Center. Must call to reserve a spot at 625-6200. • July 30-31: Grand Valley Days includes Grand Valley Park Association’s Rodeo and Parade, plus July Block Party, a full weekend of events and family fun.
• Aug. 6: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Block Party 2010 at Battlement Mesa Plaza along the covered walkway to benefit Garfield School District No. 16 for education and books. Local business sponsors needed to provide raffle prizes, staff booths, hand out shwag, and interact with public. To get involved, contact Nancy at 2856301, 319-9596.
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Visitors Cabin was so small you could only get two volunteer greeters, one display case of local artifacts, and four visitors into it – and no one could sit down. That cabin opened on Memorial Day 1985, with Bob Ackerman as the sole greeter. Eventually, two volunteers worked four-hour shifts every morning and afternoon of every day of the week. One of the greeters was a member of the chamber and the other was a "pioneer" of the valley who could tell stories about the region. They were often women like Daisy Green (born a Hurlburt, the first Anglo settler of Parachute), Minnie Wilson, Wilma Brown and Bessie Lindauer, who taught school in Parachute for 30 years.
A draw to town On opening the cabin, Shirley Ackerman insisted that Bob take along a spiral notebook to use as a guest book. Bob wondered why they needed a guest book, but Shirley shot back at him with, "Because I'm nosy!" Actually, her idea was considerably more sincere. She wanted to prove, or disprove, the usefulness of a visitor center as a draw for highway travelers to the struggling businesses in what is now known as the Parachute Mall. It didn't take long for the cabin to prove itself. Dave Rousseau, a former town administrator, claimed you could tell when the cabin opened just by looking back at the books. It was when the sales tax revenue to the town suddenly jumped upward The "new" and larger cabin replaced the little log cabin and was built in 1995. It can handle up to 15 visitors at a time without being overcrowded. The volunteers have lots of pamphlets, and the walls have maps to orient people who feel a bit lost as they're introduced to our vast open spaces. If they are from back east, we caution them about the scarcity of gas stations when heading west. "Don't let that gas tank get too low,” we tell them. And we suggest that they always carry water. If they don't need it, their car might, out on a hot desert.
from page 1 had locked themselves out of their rental car. Fortunately, the volunteer that day spoke German as a second language.
Celebrate the cabin It’s time to celebrate the success story of the Parachute Visitors Cabin – and to keep it going.
Highways and free books A surprising question came from a Greek professor who was driving all the way across the U.S. When: 2-5 p.m., June 19 from Newark, N.J. to Stanford Where: The Parachute Visitors Center Cabin, rest area and University in California. He was surrounding park going to be an exchange teacher What: Free barbecue, live music, and more for a year. He hadn't tried out his Why: To celebrate 25 years of Parachute welcoming visitors to the English yet, except to register at Grand Valley motels. He was traveling alone, More info: 970-285-7934 and had no one to talk to. His thoughts were all in Greek – until Come for a free barbecue hosted by Stallion Oil Field Services. he reached Parachute. Then he Gerhardt Dill and his Alpine Echo musicians are providing live music. struggled with his English. Tents and other amenities have been funded by EnCana and Williams, "How do you pay for these the Battlement Mesa Company, R&S Sales and Welding Service, the beautiful highways?” he asked Town of Parachute, Alpine Bank and other local businesses. with hesitation. “Do the people Stop by and help the cabin volunteers of many years celebrate. It pay for them?" will be a chance to visit with some old friends who have moved away The volunteers that day took and join the volunteers in greeting travelers from all over the world. time to struggle with his fragile English. One of the volunteers was Don Wilson who gave the A guest book of many countries Greek professor a high school civics course in an hour. One of the most unexpected experiences is meeting Don explained our tax system and so many other people from all over the world. Generally there are about American mysteries. The Greek professor became so 35 to 40 people each year who sign the guest book from involved he didn't realize his personal English was fluforeign countries, though in 1997, 57 countries were repent by the time he left the cabin. resented in the book. In total, people from 106 countries Another surprise for visitors to the cabin is the have signed the book. The world comes to us. bookcases and windowsills of free books. You realize Sometimes, visitors are surprising. On a quiet you live in a special corner of America when people September afternoon a few years ago, a tall woman from California or back east can't believe you'd give burst through the door "I haf made it!,” she shouted. away FREE anything with a dollar value on it, no mat“I vas told by a friend that I haf to visit the Parachute ter how small. Visitor Center. They are so friendsly!" Thank-you notes have even been left behind: "To And all that with a thick German accent. She was the Lady Who Donates Books." Why they believe really elated to have made it to one of her goals on her only ladies donate books has not been resolved. American trip. Later that same afternoon, a volunteer helped out three German boys who didn’t speak English. They
CMC closer to offering baccalaureate degrees A bachelor’s as close as Rifle By Debbie Crawford, CMC
In front of an enthusiastic gathering in the auditorium of Colorado Mountain College’s newest building, today Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter signed Senate Bill 10-101 in Breckenridge. The bill permits the comprehensive community college to offer up to five bachelor’s degrees CMC has campuses and sites throughout Colorado’s Rocky Mountain region. The nearest CMC site to Parachute and Battlement Mesa is the West Garfield Campus in Rifle. The bill had previously been passed by the state Senate 33-1-1, and by the House of Representatives 59-1. “We know that higher education is one of the single best drivers for economic development,” said Gov. Ritter. "Today, CMC enters that conversation in a different and distinguished way." Dr. Stan Jensen, president of Colorado Mountain
College, reassured those present that this new chapter in the college's 40-plus-year history will be an expansion of, not a replacement for, what the college does best. "We will continue to be a servant to our communities," he said. "We will continue to be a community college. We will continue to welcome every student, whether they're a valedictorian or whether they're not quite ready for college." Now that the governor has signed the bill, the college can seek the official approval of its accrediting body, the Higher Learning Commission. Fifteen process management teams of college administrators and faculty are working full steam ahead to meet the HLC’s and the Colorado Commission on Higher Education’s requirements for the college to offer the degrees. Following earlier consultations with the Colorado Department of Higher Education, before the bill was passed in the Senate the wording was adjusted slightly to clarify that the college needs to have individual degrees approved by the CCHE, as is currently the case with associate degrees the college offers.
Colorado Mountain College and independent contractors conducted surveys to determine the level of demand and the types of degrees residents in the college’s six-county district would like to see offered. When asked whether the college should offer bachelor’s degrees, 83 percent of employers surveyed said yes. In addition, 95 percent of the college’s students polled and 78 percent of residents who responded agreed. Survey results show high demand for degrees in resort-related business, K-12 teacher education and environmental science. Jensen said that if the Higher Learning Commission and Colorado Commission on Higher Education approve the degrees, the college hopes to be able to offer some of them by the fall of 2011. “We are also pursuing the possibility of offering several upper-level classes next fall, but that is still preliminary,” he said. Among the bachelor's degrees the college is looking into offering are business, teacher education and environmental science.
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G R AT I T U D E
Are you thankful – and you want everybody to know about it? Please try to keep your gratefulness under 500 words and send to Grand Valley Gratitude, 274 Redstone Blvd., Redstone, CO 81623, or e-mail gve@crystalvalleyecho.com.
Thank you, boys, for the help
Top, Benny, Cheyne Fox, Trent Sudick, Omar Bautista, Bubby Beecraft, Matt Donello, Omar Melendrez, and Ryan Gallagos. Right, Ryan Gallagos, Colton Cowan, Cheyne Fox, Jake Higuera, and Omar Melendrez. Photos courtesy of John and Judy Lyons
Dear Echo: John and Jody Lyons of Our Dream Ranch in Parachute would like to thank a very special group of boys. The Grand Valley High School boys basketball team needs new uniforms for the upcoming year. Their coaches, Jake Higuera and Colton Cowan, asked us if the boys could come help with our spring clean up in exchange for a donation towards their uniforms. We were very pleased and excited for the offer. On May 1 at 7 a.m., seven young men and their coaches arrived at our ranch. They helped with yard raking, branch pick up, and they washed all the windows in our indoor arena. We were so impressed with how hard the boys worked and how kind and respectful they were. We all broke for lunch and had a wiener roast at the campfire. The boys finished at 2 p.m. and took with them a $500 donation. Thank you Jake, Colton and all the boys for their hard work and willingness to help within their community. John and Jody Lyons Parachute
Thanks from Park and Rec
Dear Echo: Thank you to all the coaches and to all the sponsors that have contributed funding to the baseball or softball programs. A complete list of contributors will be in the next edition of the Grand Valley Echo. Mary Anderson Park and Recreation Parachute/Battlelement Mesa
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GRAND VALLEY ENERGY A monthly column by M.E. Denomy, CPA
Geologists are the “quiet” rock stars It takes careful investigative work to find the right place to drill for oil and gas. Thank goodness we have a group of scientists that draw up the treasure maps and mark the spot with an “X”. These scientists are called geologists. A geologist studies the earth, its structure and what processes or forces have historically been at play in a region. A geologist will look at areas that have had landslides, floods, earthquakes or volcanic eruptions to help predict where the “hidden treasure” may be buried. Once they have completed their historical studies, they then try to locate the rocks that contain important metals, oil, natural gas or ground water. The geologist plans the mines or the drilling locations and recommends the methods used to get to the mineral that is being sought. They are the true locators and navigators of our resources. A geologist has a four-year degree, but many of them have achieved a master’s or doctorate. Right now, there are far more job openings available than students graduating, so if you are looking for a career and you enjoy treasure hunting, this might be something to consider. Though a geologist is a “rock star,” you will not be able to turn to a page of famous geologists. You will not find a Louis Pasteur or Joan of Arc on the list, but these “quiet” scientists are the reason why we can turn our lights on and drive our cars. Their ability to study history and then apply today’s technology to find minerals and water make them invaluable to all of us. So, next time you meet up with a geologist, thank them. Mary Ellen Denomy, CPA, is a Battlement Mesa resident and an Accredited Petroleum Accountant She has been nationally recognized as an expert in oil and gas issues. Mary Ellen is the immediate past president of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the National Association of Royalty Owners. If you have questions, contact her at the naro-us.org website or through The Grand Valley Echo.
Energy coaches helping Garfield County businesses to save energy and money By Heather McGregor, Garfield County New Energy Communities Initiative
The Garfield Clean Energy Challenge for Business has started in June, with free “energy coach” services for all participating businesses in Garfield County. And rebate booster funding is available for select energy efficiency improvements on a first-come, first served basis. “We are ready to help businesses understand their energy use and start saving money on energy costs,” said Energy Challenge Project Manager Erica Sparhawk. The energy coaches are helping businesses track energy use, get an onsite energy evaluation, work up an energy action plan that fits the goals and budget of the business, and carry out priority energy improvements. The coaches are also helping businesses connect with contractors and make the most of utility rebates. Businesses throughout Garfield County can also apply for a Clean Energy Challenge rebate booster of up to $5,000. The booster can be applied toward audits and energy efficiency upgrades, on top of standard rebates offered by energy utilities. Booster funding is limited, so businesses are encouraged to apply now to take advantage of this offer. All businesses that apply are eligible for energy coach services from a team of certified energy auditors who have experience in construction, energy efficiency upgrades, and better energy management techniques. Making energy efficiency improvements offers immediate payoffs in terms of lower utility bills and building comfort. Anita Denboske, owner of Active Communications, took advantage of energy efficiency rebates offered in 2009 to make upgrades to her store in the Glenwood Springs Mall. In the first two months she saved $552 on her electric bills compared to the previous year. Equally important, the store is no longer drafty and is now comfortable for customers and staff. “This was lifesaver for me,” Anita said. “It was extremely worthwhile.” The Garfield Clean Energy Challenge is a project of the Garfield New Energy Communities Initiative, a countywide collaboration of nine local governments. Project management and energy coaching services are provided by CLEER, Clean Energy Economy for the Region. Rebate booster funding is provided by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and by the U.S. Department of Energy. To apply, call 704-9200 or visit garfieldcleanenergy.org.
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Oil and Gas Update PUD drilling requests may be delayed At a Battlement Mesa Service Association Oil and Gas Committee in May, Jon Black of Antero Resources reported that now that Antero is getting involved with Garfield County’s Health Impact Assessment (HIA), they are deferring filing the drilling permit requests in the Battlement PUD until after the HIA is completed. Joe indicated that Antero would prefer to see the results of the HIA and perhaps include those recommendations in their plan. Initial plans for the HIA has an August completion date. – Dave Devanney
Health impact update Jim Rada, GarCo Environmental health manager, is presenting the status of the Battlement Mesa Health Impact Assessment (HIA) project currently being conducted by the Colorado School of Public Health. Jim has extended the invitation to anyone interested in the HIA and its progress. There is time allotted for citizen concerns and input. The meeting is June 15, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Grand Valley Fire Station, 124 Stone Quarry Rd., Battlement Mesa. – Dave Devanney
Australia’s “60 Minutes” TV program features Western Colorado gas drilling Experiences of western Colorado residents dealing with natural gas drilling were shared with an Australia audience in May when the country’s equivalent of “60 Minutes” focused on local issues with landowners and drilling companies. According to David Frey of Aspen Daily News, landowners in Australia are protesting drilling for coal bed methane. Australians are facing similar issues as those in western Colorado are with natural gas drilling. The Australian program joins other media attention that natural gas drilling in western Colorado is generating. Two recent documentaries, “Split Estate” and “Gasland,” are focusing attention on drilling issues in Colorado and other western states as well.
The Battlement Mesa Service Association
The BMSA wants your help By Keith Lammey, Battlement Mesa Service Association
Editor’s note: This is the first in a regular column by Keith Lammey about the Battlement Mesa Service Association’s (BMSA) activities. Since Battlement Mesa is not a town or city but is unincorporated, the BMSA is its governing body.
The Battlement Mesa Service Association (BMSA) is seeking committee members and chairpersons for its seven new committees. Are you interested in the Battlement Mesa community? Do you want to make a difference? Do you have some great new ideas? If so, then the BMSA needs your help. The BMSA board understands that many dedicated committee members have worked hard for the community; often in silence and with very little recognition or direction. However, our community’s needs are changing, thus our committee structure needs to adapt to these changes. Further, the board believes that in order to become a city or town instead of a bedroom community, we first have to think and act like a city or town. So, the board asked, “If we were a town, what kinds of things would we do and how would we group those activities?” After a couple of workshops, we decided on the following committees: 1) Architectural/Covenants 2) Natural Resources (Oil and Gas) 3) Public Works 4) Public and Community Relations 5) Parks/Open Space/Trails (POST) 6) Finance 7) Planning
In order to foster effective committees, the board decided that a different structure was needed. The BMSA’s legal advisors recommended a charter format with seven parameters: report to, organizational, authority, purpose, responsibility, meetings and reporting.
• The report to is obvious. All committees assist the BMSA in making decisions and accomplishing goals so naturally they report to the BMSA.
• The organizational structure has two basic criteria. First, the committee’s size is limited to five members and second, a minimum of one and a maximum of two of these members can be BMSA board members. Although it isn’t prohibited, board members are discouraged from serving as committee chairpersons.
• The authority that each committee has is granted in the BMSA’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions and the Amended and Restated Bylaws.
• Each committee’s purpose differs depending upon the committee’s focus but now is more broadly defined. A broader scope is needed because these seven committees cover the full spectrum of what the BMSA is responsible for, or should be. By creating committees with a broad vs. narrow scope, the BMSA hopes to find more BMSA members who will have an interest in, and knowledge about at least one aspect of that committee’s purpose, which should make it easier to recruit BMSA members to serve on these committees. For example, it is hard to find someone who has an interest in roads but if the scope is increased to public works, you open the door to far more potential BMSA members.
• Committee member recruitment is always difficult, thus the fifth parameter, responsibility, is critical. The responsibility of each committee is directly tied to the committee’s Purpose. In order to create an environment that fosters participation, new ideas and meaningful contribution, committee members must believe they can and, in fact, do make important contributions to our community. Committee members are all volunteers, thus the only compensation they receive is the satisfaction of making a difference in our community. It is critical that we help make that possible.
• The last two parameters, meetings and reporting, are important because volunteers need to understand that it doesn’t require a lot of time to serve on a committee and the board wants committee members to know that it is interested in what they are working on and is willing to provide additional assistance if it is needed.
At this point, the charters have all been written and at least one board member has volunteered for each of the seven committees. The next step is to staff these committees. The BMSA is actively seeking volunteers that are passionate about Battlement Mesa and who truly want to make a difference. To learn more about the committees and to participate in the effort to identify solutions to our challenges, call the BMSA management office at 285-9050 or call Keith Lammey, at 285-7482. The BMSA needs your help!
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Keeping kids busy and healthy this summer
School’s out and everyone’s looking to keep the kids and grandkids busy. We don’t want to put them in front of a TV all day or let them loose around the neighborhood. Luckily there are plenty of options in the area to keep them entertained. The best part is a lot of opportunities are also good for their health and your checkbook. Colorado Mountain College’s Western Garfield Campus is hosting a myriad of programs for kids and they are very affordable. For fitness, they offer creative dance, taekwondo, and yoga. They also offer a healthcare career camp at Grand River Hospital and Medical Center for kids who want to learn more about the healthcare world. Grand River Hospital and Medical Center is also introducing a new program geared towards children, adolescents, and their parents. It’s called Grow Well. Upcoming summer programs include Living with Asthma, a Lunch & Learn program for children and their parents to learn about recognizing the signs and symptoms of asthma and how to manage them. The presentation is on July 8 from 12-1 p.m. at Grand River Hospital and Medical Center’s Rifle Creek Conference Room. There is no cost to attend and lunch will be served but if you are interested, you must RSVP by calling 625-6200 by July 5. A second opportunity in the Grow Well program is for middle school aged kids interested in being fit and healthy. It’s called Healthy Kids Camp and will be held July 27, 28, 29 from 11 a.m.1 p.m. at Grand River Hospital and Medical Center’s Changing Lifestyles Department. Kids will be learning about balancing physical activity with foods they eat, portion control, and much more. These are skills kids will take with them the rest of their lives. Again, this mini-camp is free and lunch will be served all three days, but space is limited so you must call 625-6200 to reserve a spot. These are just some of the fun, healthy options for kids now that summer is here and school is out. It’s great to live in a community where kids and parents have options for activities that are fun, healthy, and affordable!
Sarah Tahvonen writes about health issues for the Echo from Rifle. If you have any comments or suggestions for a health-related topic you’d like to see covered, e-mail toyourhealth35@yahoo.com.
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Physician changes at Grand River By Sarah Tahvonen, Grand River Hospital District
Christian Whittington, MD is moving to Parker, Colo. and, as of June 1, is no longer be seeing patients at Grand River Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Whittington started seeing patients at Grand River in the fall of 2005 and has been an enormous asset to the organization. “Dr. Christian Whittington provided excellent health care to the residents of our communities and will be missed by patients, colleagues and staff,” said Lois Kame, director of clinic services at Grand River Hospital District. "We at Grand River Hospital District wish he and his family the best.” Grand River has hired Laurie Marbas, MD to offer family health. She began seeing patients in early June. Dr. Marbas is a Diplomate and is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. She has years of experience serving her country as a United States Air Force Family Medicine Physician at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia. She also is currently a health expert for Lance Armstrong’s website livestrong.com. “We are looking forward to welcoming Dr. Laurie Marbas as part of our Grand River Medical staff,” said Kame. “Her dedication and experience will be a benefit to Grand River and the patients we serve.” Patients of Dr. Whittington’s can see another provider at Grand River Primary Care or Battlement Mesa Medical Clinic without transferring any medical records. For more information about the providers and services offered through Grand River Hospital District, visit grhd.org.
S E N I O R S Mesa Vista News Two kinds of sunshine By Scott Saunders, Mesa Vista Assisted Living
It’s been a long winter, and despite a few recent rude surprises, it looks like the warmer weather has finally arrived. We’ve been looking forward to getting back outside with great anticipation, and we intend to take advantage of the opportunity. Our courtyard gardening was delayed a bit due to the late frosts, but now has begun in earnest. The iris are in full bloom right now, and it looks like the peonies are about to blossom. Now to get those tomatoes in the ground so we can enjoy the full flavor of fresh off the vine tomatoes. We’ll be having a picnic at beautiful Rifle Falls and touring the fish hatchery nearby. We’d like to express our heartfelt appreciation to Dianne Dayhoff for helping to coordinate the event, and for generously offering to fill our van’s gas tank (no small feat!). She could have just taken her mom out to the falls, but she wanted to have other residents have the opportunity too. Another family member, Jim Landrum, thought we might enjoy a tour of the local golf course. Jim talked with golf course manager Johnny Goodman, who graciously agreed. Dan Temple asked the girl’s golf team to act as tour guides and drive us around, and they agreed as well. Having played on that golf course a few times myself, I know the folks will be impressed. I certainly was. What a great amenity for our small community! So, we’re enjoying two kinds of sunshine right now: the bright orb up in the sky, and people like Dianne, Jim, Johnny, Dan, and the girl’s golf team. Thanks for bringing more warmth and light into our lives!
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Memorial Day golf tourney Eighty-eight players participated in the Advantage and Players Club Member of Battlement Mesa Golf Club Tournament on May 31. The Advantage Club is an annual fee program. Golfers pay a certain annual fee for playing rights and are considered members of the Battlement Mesa Golf Club. This annual tournament was held for members of the Advantage Club and Players Club only. The format was Best Ball of the Foursome. Cash prizes were awarded to all the winners. From left, Ian Moen, Linda Moen, Dot Mumma and Don Mumma.
Memorial Day Tournament Results 1st 2nd 3rd Tie
John Keller, Mary Ann Keller, Barbara Pavlin, Betty Mosby Craig Pierce, Joe Kellebrew, Greg Clark, Stan Daily Jack Elsea, Karen Elsea, Eric Edgerton, Sara McCurdy Don Mumma, Dot Mumma, Ian Moen, Linda Moen Closest to pin Long putt made Closest to pin Long putt made
#8 Dick Getter #9 John Constine # 13 Frank Lancaster #18 Barb Pavlin
Net 52 Net 54 Net 55 Net 55
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School is out and summer is here By Bill Cornelius, Parachute/Battlement Mesa Chamber of Commerce Activity abounds here in the Grand Valley. School is out. Summer is here. And your Parachute/Battlement Mesa Chamber of Commerce is busy with many activities. Of course the big event is the 25th anniversary Visitors Cabin celebration on June 19 from 2-5 pm. The theme for this exciting day is “Drop into Parachute/Battlement Mesa.” There will be great food, good music and a chance to meet new people and get reacquainted with old friends. Please come join us as were celebrate this wonderful mainstay of our community, the Visitors Cabin. Please check out the history of the cabin in a story written by Artha Hornbostel on the cover of the Echo. Upcoming events June 19 – 2-5 p.m. “Drop into Parachute/Battlement Mesa” – 25th Anniversary of Visitors Cabin at the Parachute rest stop, free barbecue provided by Stallion Oil Field Services, live music by Alpine Echo.
July 8 – Membership meeting, Battlement Mesa Schoolhouse, 12 p.m. July 15 - Board meeting, Alpine Bank, 12 p.m. July 30-31 – July Block Party during Grand Valley Days Aug. 12 - After Hours Social, Metcalf Construction, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Please mark your calendars for Oktoberfest in Cottonwood Park. This family fun annual event is scheduled for Oct. 2, from 5-10 p.m. Businesses of the Month Mary Ellen Denomy Mary Ellen is a certified public accountant who specializes in tax and royalty accounting, 989-5135 or medenomy@hughes.net. http://rockies.naro-us.org/ Mary Moore - Battlement Mesa Company Battlement Mesa is an unincorporated, covenant controlled community in the middle of a growing corridor with quality, value-priced homes, medical serv-
ices, a new high school and middle school, 18-hole golf course, and an enormous activity center. The governing body for the community is the Battlement Mesa Service Association (BMSA) 73 Sipprelle Dr., Suite G, Parachute, CO 81635, 285-9740 battlementmesa.com Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors: Michelle Foster – President Mary Anderson – Vice President Mary Lee Mohrlang – Secretary Nancy Jay – Treasurer Rose Cose – Director Cyndie Penland – Director Paul Schultz – Director Bill Cornelius – Director Jason Fletcher – Past President Bob Knight – Town of Parachute Representative
As always, we are looking for businesses that would like to support our communities by becoming a member of the Parachute/Battlement Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact one of the board of directors or call 285-0388.
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Dear Echo: The annual Grand Valley District No. 16 Awards Banquet for graduating seniors was held on May 26 at the Grand Valley High School. The Grand Valley Educational Foundation presented five awards. Two American Legion Ward Underwood Post #114 Academic Scholarships for $1,000 were awarded to Armando E. Duran and Phillip K. Hanakeawe, and the Pam Brock Education Scholarship for $1,000 was awarded to Katie A. Cornelius. Two Carl H. Bernklau Scholarships for $2,500 were awarded to Jacquelyn M. Janicek and Kaitlyn Brown by Mr. Bernklau’s granddaughter, Diana Casey, and great granddaughter, Alex. The evening was indeed memorable and the Grand Valley Educational Foundation extends their congratulations to all the recipients, their teachers, Dr. B. J. Lindauer and their parents. Parachute Thanks, Clark's Dear Echo: Grand Valley Middle School would like to give a big "Thank You" to Clark's Market for donating ice cream sandwiches to all of our students on their last day of school. Grand Valley Middle School Battlement Mesa
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Annual bike derby registers 62 bikes, gives away 65 helmets By Dickie Calvert, Garfield County Sheriff’s Auxiliary of Battlement Mesa
On May 22, Battlement Mesa elementary schoolchildren (and some pre-school children) lined up to register for the free annual bike derby, presented by the Garfield County Sheriff’s Auxiliary at the Bea Underwood Elementary School playground. Attendance numbers reached a record total of 77 enthusiastic youngsters: 43 boys and 34 girls. Auxiliary members, with the assistance of the Battlement Mesa Bicycle Club, registered participants who were not already on the rolls, and applied registration numbers to their bikes. The purpose of this is to assist in recovery of any bike that may be stolen or lost. All attendees were given backpacks with safety guidelines, whistles, and other “neat things.” Also, the children’s names were dropped into a raffle bucket to win a new bike: one boy’s bike and one girl’s. Next, any rider who didn’t have a helmet, or needed a new one, was given one after a proper fitting. From there, the bikers moved to the Bicycle Club area, where the bikes were checked for safety, including adjustment of cables, chains, and tire pressure. Any needed repairs were done, if possible. The Bicycle Club’s volunteers had drawn an obstacle course on the asphalt with chalk to test the riders’ skills. The riders were encouraged to ride the course as many times as they wished in order to improve. Free hot dogs and cold drinks were served to participants, parents and workers. By the end of the day, 62 registrations were completed for bicycles not previously registered, and 65 helmets were issued to bikers. Maria Banuelos, a third grader at Bea Underwood, won the girl’s bike and the boy’s bike went to Camden Boyd, a preschooler. Clark’s Market provided the hot dogs and buns. Kum & Go on Tamarisk Trail provided the ice and refreshments. Sheriff’s Auxiliary members participating included Pete and Hope Perrine, John and June Zacharias, Dickie Calvert, John Keller, Mindy Campbell, Barbara McGinnis, Joe Cason, Debbie Trujillo, and Commander Bob Campbell. Bicycle Club members helping included Dave Devanney, Paul Heiman, Betsy and Dale Leonard, Sandy Getter and C. E. Lear. Also, two Parachute police officers were present at the event.
Please note the Community Counts website is temporarily offline for upgrades so that we can better serve you and the communities where we operate. To reach operators in your area immediately, please call the hotline. Garfield County and Mesa County dispatch offices are also available by dialing this number. (Contact: Sher Long, 970.618.8443)
NEWS FROM COMMUNITY COUNTS’ INDUSTRY MEMBERS… Antero Resources has finished drilling 10 new wells south of the Battlement Mesa PUD on their Watson Ranch pad. Completion operations on the new wells will begin sometime in the first half of June and are expected to be finished in the first half of July. Antero Resources representatives continue to work with, and provide information to, the Colorado School of Public Health and Garfield County Public Health officials on the Garfield County sponsored "Health Impact Assessment", or HIA. The HIA study will be conducted over the course of the 2010 summer and is planned to be completed by late summer/early fall 2010. Antero plans to submit its Major Land Use Impact Review sometime in June 2010. (Contact: Jon Black, Operations Manager, 970.625.9922) Bill Barrett Corporation is currently operating three rigs on its leasehold in Gibson Gulch south of Silt, and is producing over 134 million cubic feet of natural gas a day. The high liquids content (e.g. condensate, oil) separated from the natural gas adds to the economic viability of the play. The Company has invested over a billion dollars into the long-term opportunities in the basin since arriving six years ago. Some of the organization and causes BBC supports in the area include: Coal Ridge High School, Silt Heyday, Silt Police Department, Colorado Draft Horse Classic, Rifle Relay for Life, Little Britches Rodeo, Pauline Schneegas Wildlife Foundation, Habitat for Humanity and more. BBC has 36 employees plus a number of local, independent contractors working out of its regional office in Silt and is associated with the Silt and Rifle Chambers of Commerce, Club 20, Partners for Western Conservation, to name but a few. (Contact: Jim Felton, Communications Manager, 303.312.8103) A Health Impact Assessment Update meeting will be held June 15, 10a-12n, Grand Valley Fire Protection District Station 1, 124 Stone Quarry Rd, Battlement Mesa. Agenda topics include introduction of the HIA CSPH team; overview of HIA Process; debrief of communications with Antero including site visits; progress on collection of environmental data; selected health outcomes; progress on collection of health data and target date for the draft HIA report. (Contact: Jim Rada, Garfield County Public Health and Environment Manager, 970.625.5200)
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Summer Reading 2.0: Making Waves By Diane Webster, Garfield Libraries
This summer, students entering fifth through 12th grades are “Making Waves” at the Garfield County Libraries by joining SR 2.0, a new version of summer reading. The libraries are offering online registration and reading logs so you can either participate from home or at the library. Go to garfieldlibraries.org, click on the “Teens” link in the upper righthand corner, then “Summer Reading.” Beginning June 7, SR 2.0 participants can submit completed reading logs online and be automatically entered into weekly $10 prize drawings. At the end of the summer, each Garfield County Library will also use those reading log entries to hold drawings for two $250 college scholarships provided by CollegeInvest. There will also be activities throughout the summer to keep you busy. CollegeInvest representatives will visit each library in June and July to discuss the ins and outs of finances. Topics including “How to Prepare for College,” “Money Management,” “Credit,” and the “Psychology of Money” are tailored for high school students and their parents. Various other programs will be offered by each individual branch. In addition, a new county-wide Team Scavenger Hunt will challenge your knowledge of books, creativity, and quick thinking as your team vies for the chance at $10, $25, or even $50 a piece. So grab some friends to form a team, register your team name, and check the libraries or library website for weekly clues. The quicker you figure out the answers, the more points your team earns! For more information about the any of the three Summer Reading programs visit garfieldlibraries.org.
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Parachute/Battlement Mesa Park and Recreation District - “Where The Fun Begins”
Youth softball and baseball means summer is here By Mary Anderson, Parachute/Battlement Mesa Park and Recreation District executive director Youth Softball and Baseball: Games began the first weekend in June and continue through late July. Danny Medina and Lyle Hock are coaching the 8-10year-old girls’ team. Marilyn Bulger with her assistant Vicki Call is coaching the 11-12-year-old girls’ team. Eight-10-year-old boys baseball has two teams. A.J. Buffington and Brian Millius are coaching one team; the other team is coached by Joe Schubert. There is one 11-12-year-old boys’ team with Greg Boyd coaching. Thank you to all the coaches and to all the sponsors. Pre-registration for Youth Fall Soccer: Because of league game scheduling, pre-registration for soccer above U8 is due by July 12. The fee is $65/participant. Adult Coed Softball: Coed softball will be held on Thursday evenings. At press time, four teams are interested in participating. Youth Wrestling: The team has worked hard and raised $2,000 to go towards attending a wrestling camp this summer. The Park and Recreation District
is adding $1,500, and, Alpine Bank in Battlement Mesa is kicking in another $500 towards the wrestling camp. Great job Coach Tony Serna and all the parents and youngsters that worked hard to raise this money. Good luck at the camp. Certified soccer officials needed: If you would like to become a certified soccer official please call the office. We are trying to get a certified refereeing clinic here in Parachute/Battlement Mesa sometime this summer in preparation for the fall league games. We need certified officials for our U12 and U14 soccer games. Other Park and Rec news: The dog park is located west of the skate park at the Saddleback Recreation area on Battlement Mesa. Rules are posted. There is not a water source so please provide your own water. Dogs are not to be left alone and unattended. Please be a responsible dog owner and pick up your dog’s waste and put in the garbage can provided. Applications are being sent out in June to the Park and Rec 28th Annual Craft Fair: at Grand Valley High School, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Applications must be returned by
Sept. 15. If you are interested in receiving an application please call the office. All items must be hand crafted. No commercial products are allowed including commercial candles, beauty products, food products, etc. Booth fee is $60 for one 8-foot X 6-foot booth space. The Recreation District 5 member board of directors holds meetings on the second Tuesday or Wednesday of each month at the Recreation District office at 7 p.m. These meetings are open to the public. The board members are elected biannually by the members of the community. Sportsmanship is encouraged at all Recreation District programs. Please remember that the children should be having fun and learning at the same time. Spectators who cheer positively for the youngsters are encouraged to do so. However, yelling at the officials or coaches is not encouraged. Please think about how your actions might look to your children or other spectators! Parachute/Battlement Mesa Parks and Recreation is at 259 Cardinal Way Cardinal Way, Parachute, 2850388, pbmparkandrec.org. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. MondayFriday. Check out the website; it’s updated frequently.
Battlement Mesa Activity Center Tennis Association News
Weather has been challenging for year-round play By Vina Klahn, Echo contributor Front row, from left, Connie Cox, Sue Knuth, Dee Hall and Paula Coons. Back row, from left, Sandy Constine, Lois Jewell, Susan Elliott, Karen Elsea and Sue Lancaster. Photo courtesy of Laurel Koning
Battlement Mesa Women’s Golf Association
Battlement Mesa women enjoy success on the course By Laurel Koning, Battlement Mesa Women’s Golf Association The Battlement Mesa Women’s Golf Association’s 2010 season wasn’t an easy start with snow, heavy wind, and rain interfering with the first month of activities. April’s play dates were either cancelled or the play was in elements that many chose not to be a part of. But May’s weather became more delightful, and the women were seen enjoying their time on the course. The women’s league plays every Tuesday morning with both 9 holers and 18 holers competing for weekly awards. Weekly contests are a mix of individual and team competitions and vary from week to week. Play is open to all, and new members are always welcome. Contact Sandy Constine at 285-6982 if you are interested in joining the women’s league. The Battlement Mesa Women’s Golf Association proudly sponsors a traveling team that competes with neighboring golf courses. Members of the traveling team include Sue Knuth, captain; Karen Elsea, Susan Elliott, Linda Moen, Sue Lancaster, Margaret Prater, Connie Cox, Sandy Constine, Lois Jewell, Paula Coons and Dee Hall. The team has traveled to Dinaland Golf Course in Vernal, Utah and to the Redlands Mesa Golf Course in Grand Junction. On June 7, they played at home. Their upcoming tournaments are against Bookcliff Country Club, the Rifle Creek Golf Course and the Glenwood Springs Golf Club. Their final date will be at Cedar Ridge Golf Course in Rangely. Points accrued throughout the scheduled season determines their year-end ranking. We wish them the best of luck in their remaining contests.
The Tennis Club has always taken pride in the fact that we play year-round on our outdoor courts. It's just been a matter of sometimes shoveling some snow first. Extreme low temperatures this past From left, Carol Donaghue, Joy Kemper, winter prevented even and Sue DeWinter prepare to leave the the most hardy of us courts after a foursome had to call the from pulling out the match due to wind. Photo courtesy of Vina Klahn tennis gear. We're finally seeing some action again, even though wind and rain have made it difficult to keep the schedule. Ladies are playing on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday beginning now at 8 a.m. We have appreciated the willingness of some our gentlemen members to occasionally fill out a foursome. Men play on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings. There's also an effort to get back to mixed doubles on Sunday afternoons. Whether or not you have a partner, if you're interested in playing with this group, contact Joy Kemper at 285-6718. We're hoping to schedule a combination social event/business meeting in the near future. Possibly there will be a round robin tournament during the morning hours of that day. The courts can no longer be entered without a combination for the gate. Tennis Club members are entitled to the combination; other people must go to the Battlement Mesa Activity Center desk and pay a use fee before receiving that information. As always, we extend an invitation to all levels of players to join the tennis association. Annual dues are still $18 per couple and $10 for singles. Questions should be directed to Joy Kemper, 285-6545; Vina Klahn, 285-6718; or Anne Huber at the activity center, 285-9480.
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L I V I N G Nature at Home and Afield
Take a Hint Household How-to Hints
by Betsy Leonard Social behavior: It’s a group thing Have you ever wondered why blackbirds, coyotes, deer, and prairie dogs are usually found in groups, and mountain lions, black bears, and American robins are more solitary? There is a tendency of some individual animals to enter into cooperative and interdependent relationships with others of their kind. Animals manage to be social through communication signals, which are based on an array of diverse sensory modes. Visual signals are nearly universal among species of animals that are active by day. Just think of seeing your friend smile at you. A male baboon might yawn at another when they are both interested in a receptive female. This is an example of a visual display and is designed to threaten a rival. Chemical signals abound among insects, which use them as sex attractants, trail markers, and alarm calls. Female baboons use chemical and visual signals to announce their readiness to mate. Many animals communicate over short ranges, where tactile signals (distinct patterns of touch) become important. When a foraging honeybee returns from a successful trip to a nectar source, she may begin to “dance” on the comb. Other individuals may follow her, keeping in physical contact to learn information about the distance and direction of the food source. And acoustical signals (distinctive sounds) travel long distances. Bird songs, and frog calls are familiar examples.
Social behavior has evolved because of the advantages it allows: • Protection from physical factors. For example, bobwhite quail survive low temperatures better when grouped. • Protection against predators. Detection of danger (two pairs of eyes are better than one) and alarm communication is faster and predator deterrence is enhanced by a group defense such as employed by prairie dogs. • Locating mates. Mating swarms are common in insects and some vertebrates. • Finding resources. Knowledge about a resource can be transmitted to subsequent generations, as demonstrated in sheep. • Group defense of resources against competing species, such as ants and termites. • Division of labor among specialists. Role distribution in complex societies, is most pronounced in colonial invertebrates, such as honeybees. • Richer learning environments for young that develop slowly, such as most mammals, particularly primates.
There are a few disadvantages associated with living in groups: • There can be increased competition for mates and resources. • Increased chance of the spread of diseases and parasites. • Interference with reproduction. • Reduced fitness may occur due to species inbreeding.
Species that live in groups are not more highly evolved than solitary species whose members live largely in isolation from each other. Many of us have seen groups of deer in our backyards. Deer often graze in open habitats. Living in groups with many members watching, helps to protect them from marauding predators. Prairie dogs have a highly organized society; they live in social groups called coteries and several of these coteries make up “towns” which may cover many acres. This organization helps to protect them from predators, and provide advantages in sexual selection. Thanks to countless Westerns depicting the single coyote, it was once considered a solitary animal. But recent studies have shown that coyotes live cooperatively in a way similar to wolves. Pack members sleep, travel and hunt larger prey together and cooperate in territorial disputes and in defense of carrion. During the non-breeding season, blackbird flocks may be extremely large, but somewhat smaller during breeding. You may have seen aggregates of blackbirds crowding your feeders. This social organization for blackbirds benefits breeding and predator control. So, what does a social animal gain that more than compensates for the price of associating with others? No one overriding benefit applies to all social species. It is selection pressure that works out the choice between social or solitary behavior. Betsy Leonard is an environmental education specialist who lives in Parachute.
When life gives you lemons, clean something By Barbara Barker • Lemons are great for cleaning piano keys, china, glass, baby bottles, porcelain, marble and copper. • Use dental floss to sew on buttons that will get a lot of hard wear. • Lemons make great stain remover for lipstick, mildew, or rust spots on fabric. • For copper polisher, dip half a lemon in a small dish of coarse salt and rub it over tarnished copper. • For linen whitener, fill a pot with water, add a few lemon slices, and bring it to a boil. Turn off the heat, add linens, and let soak for up to an hour. Remove and launder as usual. • For air freshener, simmer six lemon slices and a handful of cloves in a pan of water. This is especially good for removing food odors. • As a cleanser, mix half a cup of baking soda with enough liquid dish soap to make a paste. Spread this on half a lemon and use it to scrub basins, bathtubs, and stainless steel sinks. • To remove berry, coffee, and tea stains from clothing, soak the soiled areas in lemon juice for about an hour. If some of the stain remains, dampen the area, make a paste of equal parts baking soda and water, and scrub gently. • Biting into a lemon may cure hiccups; the tartness is said to interrupt nerve impulses that cause diaphragm spasms. • Buying tip: Look for thin-skinned lemons that feel heavy for their size. To get the most juice out of a lemon, zap the lemon for 10-12 seconds in the microwave and then roll the fruit along the counter with gentle pressure before cutting into it. • Mice dislike the smell of peppermint; spread it liberally where you suspect the critters. • You don’t need as much hairspray if you spray your brush instead of your hair. This also helps prevent that awful “lacquered” look. • Nail polish keeps longer if stored in the refrigerator. Keeping polish cold prevents it from thickening; therefore it lasts longer. • Save that old plastic shower curtain and use it as a drop cloth when you paint. Because it is heavier and easier to walk on, it does a better job than most thin, inexpensive cloths. • If you always seem to mess up your nail polish about 10 seconds after you finish polishing, you may be tempted to buy one of those quick-dry sprays. Try this instead. Immediately after polishing, dip your fingers into a container of ice-cold water, being careful not to touch the sides of the container. Your nails will dry in no time. Barbara Barker of Battlement Mesa has lots more of these hints, which she’ll reveal in future issues of the Echo.
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KIWANIS KORNER Scholarships created through Colorado River Scramble golf tourney By Barbara Barker, Kiwanis Club of Grand Valley/Parachute ’Ol Roy Brubacher
On May 15, the Colorado River Scramble sponsored by the Kiwanis Club was a resounding success with a full complement of 144 players. The proceeds from this annual golf tournament will provide five more scholarships next year for our Grand Valley High School seniors. Kudos to handsome ’Ol Roy Brubacher, this year’s chairman, and co-chairman, Bob Prendergast. Bruce Knuth, scholarship chairman, reports that this year’s scholarship recipients are: Katie Cornelius, Armando Duran, Jacquelyn Janicek, Tyler Miles, and Chelsae White. This fall, there will be at least five continuing education scholarships for students already enrolled in a college or technical school. Speakers for the month included Michelle Hosack, diabetes; Coy Bretthorst, earthquake relief in Haiti; Al Kaufman, financial planner; and Stan Jensen, president, Colorado Mountain College. The Kiwanis International Convention is being held in Las Vegas from June 24-27 this year. Stars from Jersey Boys are singing our national anthem at the opening session on June 24. Remember: One thing you can do for our youth: Support community organizations that create meaningful programs and activities for youth. The Kiwanis Club of Grand Valley/Parachute meets every Tuesday morning at the Parachute Senior Center, 540 N. Parachute, at 7 a.m. for coffee with the program beginning at 7:30 a.m. Please come join us some Tuesday morning.
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Obituary
Echo Briefs
Don Owens July 6, 1919 – May 29, 2010
Block Party 2010 on its way needed to provide raffle prizes, and to staff booths provided by organizers, hand out shwag, and interact with the public. Organizers plan to offer free activities such as food, face painting, balloons for kids, and music. A $1 raffle is also in the works, and donation jars are being set up around town to help with fundraising. Participants receive free advertising depending on level of commitment on Drive 105.3 Radio and in The Grand Valley Echo. To get involved and find out more, contact Nancy at 285-6301 or 319-9596.
Meet GarCo Commissioner Candidate Tom Jankovsky Tom and Pam Hogelin are hosting a “Meet and Greet” for Republican, District 1 Garfield County Commissioner Candidate Tom Jankovsky at their home, 134 Boulder Ridge Dr., Battlement Mesa on June 26 from 4-7 p.m. Tom Jankovsky will be present to meet and discuss issues with the residents of Battlement Mesa and Parachute. The Hogelins invite all residents for hors d’oeuvres and a social get together.
KSUN Radio looking for volunteers The Parachute/Battlement Mesa KSUN Community Radio Board of Directors is seeking people who have the time to volunteer in assisting in the radio station's projects or committees. The directors are also interested in anyone who has an interest in serving on the KSUN board. Please call Anne Huber at 285-9480 if you’re interested in assisting KSUN. – Jim Warren, KSUN board member
“Unsinkable Molly” coming to Parachute The Grand Valley Historical Society (GVHS) is holding its summer meeting on July 10 at 2 p.m. at the Historic Battlement Mesa Schoolhouse. The program will feature the gifted storyteller Mary Jane Bradbury portraying Margaret “Molly” Brown. Mary Jane draws on more than 20 years as an actress, speaker, educator and author to bring history to life. She is an interpreter/enactor for the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and has written and produced historic events for Four Mile Historic Park in Denver. Her speaking business, A View of the Past, is dedicated to inspiring audiences of all ages by bringing to life compelling stories from history. There will be a brief business meeting before the program. All are welcome to attend. GVHS members are admitted free and a $3 donation is requested for adults. Light refreshments will be served. – Jim Klink, Grand Valley Historical Society
Save the date: Author Sandra Dallas to visit Parachute Branch Library Award-winning author Sandra Dallas will visit the newly expanded Parachute Branch Library this September as part of the opening day festivities for the library's extensive remodel. Sandra Dallas is a New York Times bestselling author whose novels are currently available at the Parachute Branch Library's temporary location in downtown Parachute. Dallas' novels include “Buster Midnight's Café,” “Persian Pickle Club,” “Diary of Mattie Spencer,” “Alice's Tulips,” “Chili Queen,” “New Mercies,” “Tall Grass,” “Prayers for Sale” and “Whiter than Snow.” Sandra has also published two nonfiction books, “The Quilt that Walked to Golden” and “Colorado Ghost Towns and Mining Camps.” – Emily Hisel, Garfield County Public Library District
A big man in a small package By Larry Soderberg, Echo contributor
Donald Wayne Owens, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on May 29, on his wife Eleanor's 86th birthday. At the time of his death, he and Eleanor were residing in Wichita, Kansas. The youngest of six children, he was born to Robert and Jessie Owens on July 6, 1919, in Pueblo, Colo. Don came into our lives in 1993, when my wife Kay and I were building our retirement home in the new development called Battlement Mesa. Rich Witt was our builder and we sought to make a change in the plan. Rich said the change was OK provided Don Owens, who was the Garfield County Building Inspector, also approved. At the time, Kay said, “That's funny – my dad has a cousin by that name from Pueblo.” Yep – one and the same! Don approved the change and the relationship has been a blessing ever since. I cannot say enough about this patriotic and unforgettable man. The Owens were pioneers in the Pueblo area at the turn of the 20th century. After Don married Eleanor Anderson, he enlisted in the Navy in World War II and was trained as a machine gunner in Navy aircraft in Pensacola, Fla. He flew in the Pacific in patrol bombers and dive bombers, from both land bases and carriers. His small frame just fit into the cramped gun turrets. But even before that, Don was a self-taught firearms expert and budding gunsmith, plus a dead shot. After the war and the birth of daughters Linda and Patricia, Don entered the building trade as a carpenter in Pueblo, where he later started his own general contracting business. He and Eleanor continued in general contracting over most of the state based in Pueblo. In the late 1980s, they retired in Battlement Mesa and Parachute. Don continued to work as a building inspector out of Glenwood Springs, and Eleanor played the piano every Sunday morning at Grace Bible Church. They would have been married 70 years on June 10. Don was also a firearms expert at all area gun shows. Recalcitrant ranchers who ignored the county building codes in remote areas quickly found out this man meant business and could not be intimidated. And, he had a permit to carry! Don and Eleanor became an active part of our family and gave us helpful support after the disastrous Battlement Mesa fire of 1999 that very nearly killed Kay's father and Don's cousin, Bob Barraclough, and destroyed his home after he moved here to be near us. There are many other people in Garfield County who can attest to Don's benevolence for people in need by his suggestion of helpful construction methods and practices. Don was such a generous man and a good Christian. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death, as well as his parents. He is survived by his wife Eleanor, sister Blanche Owens, daughters Linda (LeRoy) Foreman of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Patricia (Alan) Floyd of Powell, Wyo.; grandsons Mark (Sarah) Foreman of Lawton, Okla., David Foreman of Albuquerque, N.M., Shawn Beauvais of Mt. Holly, N.J., and Troy Beauvais of Westampton, N.J. Other survivors include four great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was laid to rest at Imperial Gardens Cemetery in Pueblo.
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All Saints' Episcopal Church 150 Sipprelle Dr. Battlement Mesa 285-7908 Pastor's mobile: 985-5797 The Reverend Edmond-Joseph Rivet, Priest-in-charge Website: allsaintsepiscopal.info Church e-mail: office@allsaintsepiscopal.info Pastor e-mail: frej@allsaintsepiscopal.info Sunday Sunday Eucharist: 10:30 a.m. Choir: 9:30 a.m. Children's Godly Play: 10 a.m. WOW: Worship On Wednesday Contemplative Eucharist: 6 p.m. Soup Social: 6:30 p.m. Episcopal Theology: 7 p.m.
Grace Bible Church
Shepherd of the Mesa
755 Spencer Parkway, P.O. Box 6248 Battlement Mesa 285-9862 Charlie Hornick, Pastor Lance Easterling, Youth Pastor
Lutheran Church (WELS) Worship Location: Historical Society Schoolhouse on County Road 300 Battlement Mesa
Sunday Blessing Up for Church Broadcast 103.9 FM Sunday School: 9:30-10:15am Morning Worship: 10:30am Evening Service: 5:30pm
Pastor, Bill Cornelius: 987-3093 Staff Minister of Youth, Outreach and Worship Adam Lambrecht: 987-1992 Worship Coordinator Sarah Lambrecht: 285-7255
Youth / Children’s Activities Grace Bible Church Child Care: Mon – Fri. Awana: Tues. 7:00pm (Sept. – April) High School Youth: Sun. 5:00-7:00pm Middle School Youth: Thurs 5:00-7:00pm *Bible Studies, Special Activities (Call for times and places)
Crown Peak Baptist Church 101 W. Battlement Parkway Parachute, CO 81635 970-285-7946 crownpeakbaptist.com
24-Hour Prayer Line: 384-7999
Rick Van Vleet, Senior Pastor Dan LaRue, Associate Pastor Matt Loftin, Youth Pastor Brian Jarrett, Minister of Music
2nd Street & Parachute Avenue Parachute, CO 81635
Sunday Morning Worship – 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Sunday Morning Bible Study for all ages – 9:45 a.m. (Children's Church offered during 11 a.m. service) Wed. Night Dinner 5:30 p.m. Wed. Night Programs 6:30 p.m. (Adult, Children & Youth Groups) Small groups meet throughout the week ... Visit our website for more information.
Grand Valley Christian Church
Richard Counts, Pastor 285-9223 e-mail: keeperoffaith@aol.com Church Office 285-7597
Daily Prayer Tuesday thru Friday 9:30 a.m.
at Grand Valley High School Cafeteria 800 Cardinal Way Parachute, CO 81635
Grand Valley United Methodist Church 132 N. Parachute Ave Parachute, Colorado 81635
Faith Baptist Church
P.O. Box 125, Parachute, CO 81635 970-285-9892
Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28
Wellspring of Life Church
Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 am
Sunday Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship: 11 a.m. Children’s Church: 11:15 a.m.
Confirmation/Catechism (Kids in sixth grade-high school): Wednesday 7 p.m.
Sunday worship 10:00 am
Come -- Experience God's Power for life & living Know -- Christ through a loving family for fellowship Grow -- In Christ through a foundation of discipleship Go -- With Christ in a ministry of service with a focus for evangelism
235 N. Railroad Ave. Parachute John Yadloski, Pastor 285-7424
Worship Time: Sunday morning 10 a.m. Family Bible Classes: Call for locations Monday: 3:30 p.m. (west side of town) Tuesday: 6 p.m. (Glenwood Springs) Wednesday: 7 p.m. (east side of town) Thursday: 7:30 p.m. Starting Soon! Call for location
Contact Us
Pastor David Bartlett Sunday Service Time: 10 a.m. Youth and Children’s Sunday School 970-210-5795 970-210-5849
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Faith As I See It – By Pastor Charlie Hornick, Grace Bible Church
Enlarge your world in a small church The best way I know to enlarge our world and expand our horizons is by being active in a small church in a small community. The place where we know one another, belong to one another, need one another, and affect one another is the place we are more apt to grow than any place else. Such opportunities abound in our own community. When you think about it, there are several obvious reasons the small church in a small community is the best place to enlarge our world. In a large community people tend to gravitate toward companions who are like them. In a small community our companions are, well, chosen for us. We are able to force ourselves to roll up our sleeves and build relationships that we would not normally make. And we get close enough to learn what makes others tick and what ticks them off. When in a large community or large church, we tend to huddle around those who are more our age, more like us economically, more like us in interests, and so on. We tend, then, to stick with the familiar. I am not saying that being in a large church in a large city is wrong. I am enthused, however, about the opportunities in a small church – opportunities that we often miss or forget. There is a difference between a club of those who are much like us consisting of those we most prefer to be with and a church where many are not like us at all. In a small church, we will rub shoulders with those we least expected to get to know. The young are side by side in the pew with those who could be their great grandparents. Those who are middle class are thrust into serving side by side with those who have not had any taxable income for years. The church is made up of people from different nationalities, walks of life, economic backgrounds, personalities, and levels of experience and faith. The church was the first institution where those who met together were on equal footing. To be an active small church, it takes grace (lots of grace), shared vision, working together, and love. These characteristics stretch your world. When your teen gets to know by name a senior citizen with gnarled hands and has the opportunity of assisting that precious saint down the aisle to that person’s seat, their world expands. When we listen to one another’s stories, we get to know what struggles they have and what excites them. We get invited into the dimensions of their world and they accept our invitation into theirs. In a small church we get the privilege of watching and hearing a 9-year-old play the offertory on the piano, worshiping God with excitement. We get to watch the children grow up, mature in their faith and service. And most of all, we are reminded of the sense of ‘wonder’ that children have in God – something we need to be reminded of as we get older. In a small church we have great opportunities to learn to weep with those who weep, and laugh with those who laugh. We learn what it really means when the Bible tells us to forbear and forgive one another in love. Most of all we get to watch and experience what active faith really is. Stay around long enough and you will observe that God really does answer prayers and that miracles still happen. We will learn that faith and hope are real – even when one in that small assembly dies. We will be able to reach out and love someone through their hurts and they will be there reaching out to us in yours. And we will experience a community in which the Almighty God is present in His people. In the small church in a small community, we have the privilege of reaching into hearts, knowing different generations, reaching around the world through missions, and in prayer reaching up to heaven. What a novel place to enlarge our world.
S C H O O L S St John Elementary is an energy-efficient champion By Heather McGregor, Garfield New Energy Communities Initiative
Students in 204 classes at 16 schools from Parachute to Carbondale saved gas money, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and burned calories in a three-day competition that ended with two schools in a photo finish for the top prize. Crystal River Elementary School of Carbondale just edged out St John Elementary School of Battlement Mesa, calculated by energy saved, calories burned and student enrollment. The Clean, Green, Healthy Transportation Challenge was held April 27-29, challenging regional students to see how many could travel to and from school by walking, biking, carpool- Students from Crystal River and St John elementary ing or riding the bus for three days. Even though schools celebrate winning the Clean Green, Healthy a snowstorm swept through the county on Transportation Challenge after making a presentation in May to the Garfield County Commissioners. Back row, April 29, students persisted in hopes of winning from left, St John Elementary teacher Jenna Hemphill, prize money for their class and their school. Danielle Call, Gisely Torres, Solana Teitler, Rex Hamilton, In an awards ceremony in May in and Renee Bruell. Front row, from left, Alexis Seal, Glenwood Springs, Garfield County Elizabeth Pena, Connor Brennan, Liam Laird, Rohnan Holt, Commissioners presented students from the Keegan Holt, and Crystal River teacher Kim Hamilton. Photo courtesy of Garfield New Energy two winning schools with cash prizes of Communities Initiative $2,000 for first place and $500 for second place. Crystal River plans to apply its $2,000 winnings toward a larger playground project that combines environmental education and physical activities. St John plans use its $500 prize to buy a new bicycle rack and purchase playground equipment for special needs students. In addition, the top three classes in each of the 16 schools won cash prizes of $50 for first place, $30 for second place and $25 for third place. Prize money came from the Garfield New Energy Communities Initiative, which organized the competition, and from community sponsors Alpine Bank, Clean Energy Economy for the Region (CLEER), Glenwood Medical Associates, and the Green Sprouts Foundation. Three days, 16 schools, 204 classrooms “By walking, biking, carpooling or riding the bus, students and their families Saved $41,301 in gasoline will save energy and get more exercise,” Burned 405,120 calories said Cathy Tuttle, active transportation Saved 20,940 pounds of carbon dioxide program director for CLEER and the emissions, the same as: Garfield New Energy Communities - Taking 722 cars off the road for one day Initiative. - 436 mature trees growing for one year “We hope they will continue to use - Turning off 32,400 compact fluorescent these other ways to get to school whenevlight bulbs for 24 hours er possible.”
Transportation Challenge energy savings equivalents
Prayer Shawl Ministry seeks fellow shawl makers Every Thursday morning at 10 a.m. (except for the first Thursday of the month), women meet at Grand Valley United Methodist Church to create varied colored shawls for anyone who might need the comfort of a shawl around them. After a prayer, the clicking of needles and mummers of conversations can be heard. Sharon Temple, who had seen another group doing this, introduced the Prayer Shawl Ministry to Parachute and Battlement Mesa. The local Methodist women happily began their own group on Oct. 12, 2006. So far, they have knit and crocheted 204 shawls. Most have been presented to neighbors, friends and family members – and even to a student. They are so cuddly, for grown-ups as well as children. Sharon Temple Anyone interested in joining this group, whether you are talented or not, will find willing teachers and a friendly group to be with. You may call Sharon at 285-2318 or the Grand Valley United Methodist Church, 132 N. Parachute, in Parachute at 285-9892. We look forward to seeing you. – Joline B. Gnatek
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K E E P I N G
A C T I V E
Taekwon Do
Top left, from left, Taekwon Do Senior Master Bob Haynes, Susan Phillips, a visiting green belt from Casper, Wyo., and Travis, Sheila, Connor and Cayden Sproles. The Sproles had just tested for a yellow belt. If interested in joining Taekwon Do, call instructor Bob Haynes at 285-0396. Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from6:30-8 p.m. at the Battlement Mesa Activity Center.
Dance Recital top right Top right, a ballet, tap and jazz recital was held on May 24 at the Battlement Mesa Activity Center. From left, Katrina Knudson, instructor Alexandria Loter, Maggie Rozell and Ryleigh Sannin. From left, in pink, Brielle Sorensen, Zoey Bradley, Kyra Grandorff, Kate Rozell, and Aryaa Tanner (not pictured, Ayla Parmenter). Lower left, instructor Alexandria Loter performs a solo dance at the recital on May 24. Photos courtesy of Anne Huber
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THE GRAND VALLEY ECHO CLASSIFIED ADS FOR RENT BATTLEMENT MESA: 3 bedroom (1 large master bedroom and bath with large walk-in closet), 2 bath condo. Separate laundry room with washer and dryer, AC, 1 car garage with large storage room. The Rec Center is within walking distance and dues are included. $1,100 mo. plus security deposit. Beautiful views of the Roan Peaks - NS, pets considered. 704-0373 (H), 404-2346 (cell). BATTLEMENT MESA – New and late model manufactured homes for rent, both Singlewides and Doublewides. They range in size from 1,065 to 2,400 sq. ft. 3 Bedrooms and 2 baths, the largest one is 4 BR/3 BA. Furnished and unfurnished. All are immaculately clean, freshly painted and excellently maintained. They all have air conditioning or swamp coolers, washer and dryer, sheds and most have decks. Rents range from $1,100 to $1,675 and include Activity center membership, lot rent and trash pick-up. One year lease. 1st; last and security. Call for availability. 948-5883. pd4/10
FOR RENT FOR RENT – RIFLE In pleasant, family neighborhood. Three bedroom, two and half bath Townhome, with fenced yard and storage shed. All appliances, W/D. N/S, pet considered. $1,000/month 970-618-4930 PD FOR RENT – PARACHUTE Newer Townhome, opposite park. Three bedrooms, two and half baths, one-car garage, fenced patio, W/D plus all appliances. N/S. $800/month. 970-683-3768 PD FOR RENT – DEBEQUE: One of the best rental homes in DeBeque! 3BD/2BA, all appliances included, W/D and gas fireplace. N/S, pet negotiable. Lots of parking and large covered deck. Asking $1,000/mo., 1st + SD. Call 970-285-9700. Keller Williams Realty Colorado Heritage Group FOR RENT - RIFLE: Rent reduced – tri-level home in Rifle! 1,300 SF, 3BD/2BA. All appliances included. N/S, pet considered. Wood stove to add ambiance. $1,000/mo. 1st + SD. Call 970285-9700 Keller Williams Realty Colorado Heritage Group
FOR RENT FOR RENT – BATTLEMENT MESA: Maintenance-free living in Battlement Mesa! 2BD/2BA patio home. All appliances included. Two-car garage. N/S, N/P. $1,100/mo., 1st + SD. Activity center included. Call 970-2859700, Keller Williams Realty, Colorado Heritage Group FOR RENT: Battlement Mesa 3BD/2BA/2-car garage. W/D included. Living room and family room, two fireplaces. Spacious backyard w/privacy fence, shed and mature trees. Activity center included. Available June 1. N/S, Pets OK. $1500/mo. Mike 970270-6899.
WANTED WANTED: Looking for a math tutor to work with my son during the summer in the Parachute area. 970-987-9898 WANTED: In Parachute/ Battlement Mesa area, to lease a couple of acres for horse pasture. Long term. Please call 720-4273678, leave message. SERVICES SERVICES: Tile work: floors, walls, or backsplash. Great rates, call 970-481-4176.
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Where’s Redstone?
PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Where’s Redstone – and why should you care? The Grand Valley Echo’s sixyear old sister, The Crystal Valley Echo, is based in Redstone and is the monthly newspaper for the Crystal Valley. Besides, Redstone is a perfect, quick getaway for Grand Valleyites. Get to know your sister: Come visit.
By Carrie Click, Echo editor
Redstone’s July 4th fun
If you’d like to cool off and have a quick getaway to the high country, a trip to Redstone and the Crystal River Valley may just be what you need. Tour the Redstone Castle with one of Redstone’s history buffs in period costume. Tours are available on the weekends, and give you a first-hand look at the castle, currently undergoing renovations. Or, have a Wild West adventure on a mountain trail horseback ride or four-wheel Jeep tour to the scenic Crystal Mill. Redstone Park has a full schedule of free, live music. Come out on June 19 and enjoy an evening with Howard Berkman playing Chicago blues. Or spend a day visiting some of the many unique shops and galleries or watch world-class sculptors at work at the 21st Marble/marble symposium. The first of these summertime hands-on workshops runs July 2-9. And if you’d like an old-fashioned, fun 4th of July, come on up and enjoy Redstone’s festivities during the day. The parade starts at noon. If you’d like to know more about Redstone and the Crystal Valley, e-mail us at echo@crystalvalleyecho and request a copy of our new summer guide. Just getting to Redstone is a pleasant experience as you leave the busy highways and cruise along the West Elk Scenic Byway starting in Carbondale. This two-lane road winds along the Crystal River and is soon surrounded by towering cliffs of red sandstone that give the town its name. Redstone is located on Highway 133, just 18 miles south of Carbondale. Take I-70 to Glenwood Springs and Highway 82 to the junction of Hwy. 133 at Carbondale. Or, take the scenic byway across the Grand Mesa on Highway 65 to the junction of Highway 92 near Hotchkiss and continue past Paonia on Highway 133 over McClure Pass into the beautiful Crystal River valley. Hope to see you in Redstone!
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