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BERTHOUD WEEKLY SURVEYOR “CoveringWeekly all the angles in the May Garden ©Berthoud Surveyor 27,Spot” 2021
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Welcome to Berthoud
Berthoud is a progressive community providing a quality of life enjoyed by past and present generations while ensuring its position for the future within the dynamic Front Range economic corridor. Berthoud provides a blend of graceful Victorian homes, new housing developments, tree-lined streets, beautiful parks, and a historic business district to create a warm, hometown environment. Summer here is something special. This magazine offers you information on seasonal suggestions and warm weather fun. Cover photograph by Erin Rood. Read on and enjoy the Garden Spot of Colorado ... where good things grow!
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Index
Mark your calendars ....................................... 3 Hot summer the “new normal”? .................... 4 Library summer learning initiative ............... 6 Summer fun with the historical society......... 7 Play in Berthoud ............................................. 8 Summer fun ... summer heat........................ 10 Wildfire readiness.......................................... 11 The Dish, Dry rub for BBQ, 8 myths busted12 19th Annual Farm Concert........................... 14 Summertime fun is back............................... 15 Enjoy the great outdoors .............................. 16
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Mark your calendars!
We will not be having a traditional event in the park but we are pleased to announce we will be celebrating Berthoud Day with a parade through our beautiful downtown. Berthoud Day parade — June 5, 11 a.m. Lemonade Day — Aug. 28 Our mission is to help today’s youth become the business leaders, social advocates, community volunteers, and forward-thinking citizens of tomorrow ... one lemonade stand at a time! Oktoberfest Oct. 2, Fickel Park
Wildfire Arts in the Park at the Berthoud Farmer’s Market all summer. We are providing a free craft booth for kids and adults. A calendar of the 15 crafts is in the works. Just for Kix has a whole calendar of classes and camps for the kiddos this summer.
Berthoud Day parade, 2016.
Photo by Rudy Hemmann
We are looking into adding yoga and possibly other movement classes. We are also working on adding art classes as well. We will be taking some polls on social media and at the Farmer’s Market to ask the community what types of classes they want to see at Wildfire. So, we are looking for teachers of art and physical classes that would be interesting in joining the sparks at Wildfire to spread the arts into the Berthoud community this summer. Berthoud Local presents another great year at the farmers’ market. Yes, it’s true! The fabulous Berthoud Local Farmers’ Market is excited to operate in Fickel Park on Mountain Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Street again in the summer of 2021. Our market opens at 9 a.m. and runs until noon every Saturday from June 19 through Sept. 25. We have a variety of local vendors and artists selling their wares. Want to sell your amazing, locally produced goods at the market? Contact us via email at berthoudlocal@gmail. com or call at 970-670-0141. Remember we can accept your SNAP benefits and offer Double Up Food Bucks good on local produce — stop at the manager’s booth for details on these programs and other special events. Find us on the web at www.Facebook.com/berthoudlocal or www.berthoudlocal.org. Want to get involved? Join Berthoud Local as a volunteer at the weekly market, in the Community Garden in Pioneer Park Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. or on the board of directors where you can help us plan one of our annual fundraisers. We also offer a variety of free educational events throughout the summer — check our website for details. See you at the market, at the garden or at one of our educational events.
Berthoud Farmer’s Market
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Another hot Berthoud summer could be the “new normal”
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ome telltale signs around Berthoud show us summer is on its way. From the gentle hum of a neighbor’s lawnmower to the green foliage bursting out beneath a still white Longs Peak, the move into the hotter part of the year is clear to see. The Farmer’s Market will be back in Fickel park and Kofe House will Berthoud be churning out the smoothies before Weather Nerd you know it, but just how much of that Colorado sunshine will we get to enjoy this year and just how hot will it get? As your resident weather nerd, I’ve been on the case trying to track down just what our crazy local climate might have to offer this year and why. In a previous article, I discussed the two main sources most people head to when wanting a long-range weather forecast. Interestingly both Lizzy the Farmer’s Almanac and the NOAA Rogers Climate Prediction Center are, for once, relatively in agreement over the 2021 summer weather. The Almanac predicts that the weather in Colorado is expected to be hot and dry, and the potential for severe storms will be more elevated than usual. Similarly, the Climate Prediction Center also thinks that the entire state will see above-average temperatures with below-average precipitation. I do feel the organizations get a little head start this year though thanks to the fact that we are at the tail end of a specific climate pattern. La Niña and El Niño are names given to weather patterns that can occur in the Pacific Ocean every few years which affect the global climate. As of Aug. 2020, we entered into a La Nina pattern. It peaked around October last year, but its impact will continue well into this summer. During a La Niña, the eastern plains of Colorado are more likely to see above-average temperatures in the winter and summer. There’s more uncertainty with it around amounts of precipitation, but previously much of Colorado has tended to experience slightly below average rainfall while the pattern holds. When looking at the previous effects of La Niña across the state, it’s not so hard to tell what information the Almanac and NOAA are basing their predictions on for this summer’s weather. What’s interesting is that these warmer temperatures could actually become our ”new normal.” After hearing that phrase so much the past year it might make you want to bang your head on the closest wall, but in the context of weather, it is very relevant right now. On May 4th this year the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its once-a-decade update to “climate normals.” They are the 30-year averages for temperature and precipitation that local meteorologists rely on as the baseline for their forecasts. The previous “normals” were based on data collected from thousands of National Weather Service monitoring stations around the country between 1981 to 2010. The new averages will now be based on the data collected between 1991 to 2020. The decade from 2011-2020 was one of the hottest on record in the U.S. so you can expect the Colorado average temperatures to take a jump higher than they were already. Since the mid-20th century, Earth has warmed about 2 degrees Fahrenheit, and the pace of that warming has picked up in recent decades. A degree or two might not sound like anything to worry about but scientists warn that humans must keep global temperatures from rising more than about
3 degrees Fahrenheit in order to avoid the most catastrophic effects of climate change. The main issue we face, especially in Colorado, is that a warmer climate helps fuel the increasingly extreme wildfires, floods, and elsewhere hurricanes that are becoming a regular occurrence. There are also more subtle consequences to a hotter climate, such as rising food prices, declining water supply and the spread of vector-borne disease. While we need to do all we can to slow down the trend of global warming, we also need to accept the wildfires we witnessed so close to our hometown last year are going to become a more regular yearly event. There are steps we can take as a community to try and minimize the risk of fires starting such as observing the local restrictions and following safety tips when we are allowed to have campfires. If needed, we can also prepare safety zones around our homes and follow advice from our local fire chief to prevent the spread of fires. Berthoud pulled together amazingly last year helping the wildfire evacuees and brave firefighters. If you felt at the time you wanted to do more, why not sign up now to become a local disaster volunteer. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has a list of local organizations to volunteer with at www.cdphe.colorado.gov/volunteer-in-adisaster and you don’t need to have any specific skills to help. We may have the risk of severe weather to deal with as a community, but for now, let’s just look forward to longer days in the sun making the most of everything Berthoud has to offer. I know I can’t wait to sit out in the sunshine sipping a local beer and enjoying some amazing local food. Maybe we can agree to not mention the “new normal” again any time soon.
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Berthoud Library Summer Learning Initiative Special to the Surveyor
This year our theme is Tales and Tails. We will offer weekly events for participants. We are looking forward to having doggone good performers and purr-fectly fun events! Adult events — Punch cards Our reading punch cards are back. For each book you read, get a punch on your punch card. Once it’s full, turn it in for two tickets — one goes in the weekly drawing bin, and the other goes toward a chance to win the prize of your choice. Adult summer reading events — Walking challenge Are you ready to follow in the footsteps of Frodo? Keep track of the number of miles you walk each day. (If you count steps, one mile is about 2000 steps.) Total your weekly miles. Check on our map at the library to see how far you’ve gone. If you walk 10,000 steps (five miles) a day all summer, you’ll make it from Hobbiton to Rivendell. Those who make it will be put in a prize drawing. Youth events: Wednesdays at 2 p.m., Outdoor Fun for Families — Pick up tickets at the library, the Monday before each performance. Participants are limited and expected to follow health ordinances. Performance starts at 2 p.m. in Fickel Park. Please arrive a few minutes early. June — 2 Science Matters in America: Animal Tails 9 Steve Weeks: Music 16 Ann Lincoln: Magic, Juggling and Comedy. 23 Mark Striving: Magical Tales with Tails. 30 Rocky Mtn. Puppets: Meghan Casey returns to Berthoud
July — 7 Denise Gard: Stories and dog tricks 14 Kaleidoscope music: Shake, shimmy and wag 21 Salida Circus: Play and clap along to the musical demonstrations of physical prowess. 28 Mad science: Animal friends August — 4 Project display: Bring your finished project(s) to the library to display. Drop-in and have refreshments to celebrate! Teen events: Thursdays at 2 p.m., Outdoor Fun for Teens and Tweens — Meet at the library. Start time 2 p.m. End times vary. Limited participation and all participants are expected to follow health ordinances. June — 3 Building fairy houses — gather natural materials and assemble them for wee fairy creatures. 10 Animal careers: Educator, Kaley Platek, from Larimer Humane Society will answer your questions about caring for animals for a living. 17 Animal art: create in an outdoor space with Bella. 24 Pet show: Photos taken of pets and posted on social media/in the library along with a short bio of pet. July — 1 Obstacle course/puzzle challenge: Quickly collect clues to solve and open the treasure chest to share the prize. 8 Drop in Hunger Games crafting: Visit the library between 2 and 5 p.m. to learn and craft with Katniss. 15 Lego build challenge: How well do you follow directions? Find out in this partner race with Lego. 22 Scavenger hunt: Follow the clues to find all the tails around town. 29 Project display: Bring your finished project(s) to the library to display. Aug. 5 — Drop in science crafting: Bridges and catapults
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Summer fun with the Berthoud Historical Society
Special to the Surveyor
Summertime Wayside Inn Box Social, Saturday, July 17, 2021 — Many longtime Berthoud residents fondly remember the Williams Wayside Inn that served delicious fried chicken dinners for decades. Folks would drive all the way from the Denver area to enjoy a family supper on a Sunday afternoon. The Berthoud Historical Society (BHS) will re-enact the Wayside Inn’s famous “Traveler Chicken Dinner” — a box meal packed to go, for a curbside pick-up at the McCarty-Fickel Home Museum (645 Seventh Street. Corner of Seventh Street and Turner Avenue). All dinners will be pre-sold and must be ordered online at the society’s website (berthoudhistoricalsociety. org) starting in mid-June. This fundraiser pays tribute to what was once Berthoud’s most famous eatery and helps support the BHS’s mission to discover, interpret, and preserve the history of Berthoud and the surrounding area. Due to the continually changing CDC requirements for COVID-safe gatherings, the Berthoud Historical Society has tentatively scheduled the following events that will take place if the current CDC standards are in place. Stargazing at the Bunyan Observatory* — This summertime activity begins at dusk at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum on the first Friday of each month (June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 and Sept. 3). The observatory is a replica of the one that prominent Berthoud citizen and banker John Bunyan built at his Berthoud home in 1933. Come see the stars through a historic telescope! *Please note we are searching for a volunteer to lead this event. If
interested, please contact the museum at 970-532-2147 Museum in the Park — Once a month, the Little Thompson Valley Museum’s director and BHS volunteers will man a booth at the Berthoud Farmers’ Market. People of all ages will find the activities and highlighted historic artifacts drawn from the BHS archives to be both interesting and engaging. Look for the BHS booth on the following Saturdays: June 19, July 30, Aug. 28 and Sept. 25. History Day Camp — The BHS will once again sponsor a History Day Camp for children entering kindergarten – eighth grade. Led by local historian and former teacher Teri Johnson, the camp takes place at the Little Thompson Pioneer Museum and the McCarty-Fickel Home Museum. Participants will experience life at different eras in Berthoud’s history beginning with the Native Americans, homesteaders, and attending country school, to living “in town” during the early 1900s. The current dates are July 19 – July 22. To gain more information, please speak to the museums’ director by calling the museum at 970-532-2147. Summer concerts tentatively planned for 2021 — The Berthoud Historical Society’s popular Summer Concert Series at the Pioneer Courtyard (224 Mountain Ave.) may indeed take place this year but in a COVID-safe manner. The BHS is committed to the safety of its members, friends, and community. Therefore, restrictions may be in place concerning food and beverage consumption, the number of attendees, whether or not face masks are required, etc. The tentative dates are Wednesday evenings — July 7: Chris Daniels; July 21: Scott Buckley, and Aug. 4 – Jim Deeming. Please see the BHS website for updated information as the summer progresses.
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painting, balloon artist and laser tag. Food trucks will be there — Nacho Mama’s Taco’s, Cilantro and Lime, B Sweets, Bigs Meat Wagon, Kona Ice, and Backyard Bird. Live music featuring DJ Drake. Wiffle Ball Tournament Special to the Surveyor Celebrate the strength and resiliency of our community and our country by joining us at Bein Baseball Complex for an evening of entertainment and fireworks on July 3. The fireworks display will take place at Richardson Park (Parking and viewing are not available at this location), and much like last year, the fireworks will be viewable from your front porch. Admission into Bein Baseball Complex and the kids zone is free. The festival is from 5 - 8:30 p.m., fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Featuring a Kids Zone, Inflatable slides, Noco Mobile Gaming, face
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Relive your childhood and join us for a one-day wiffleball tournament. Teams consist of 3-5 people, and the Town of Berthoud provides all equipment. Games will take place at Bein Baseball Complex, and teams are guaranteed three games, and the top two teams in each division will move on to a single-elimination tournament. 18 and older, coed, $120 per team Saturday, July 10, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Register in person at 807 Mountain Ave., Berthoud. Checks only Family Olympics The 2021(2020) Summer Olympics has finally arrived. Make memories this summer by competing in
Berthoud Recreation’s first Family Olympics. A variety of competitions will be held at this one-day event. At least three team members will be needed and a maximum of seven per team. Both adults and children will participate in events involving teamwork, creativity and fun. Saturday, July 17, check-in at 8:30 a.m., Town Park, registration closes July 12, $15 per family. Family campout Join us at our first annual family camp out that will take place at Bein soccer field. Event-goers will stay overnight and participate in various fun games for all ages and an evening filled with memories. Dinner, s’mores, and a light breakfast on Sunday morning will be provided. Campers must bring their own tent/ camping gear and snacks — multiple tents allowed per group. Saturday, Aug. 7, 4 p.m. arrival to begin setting up the camping area, registration closes Aug., 3, cost $40 per tent.
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Summer fun … Summer heat
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ith the summer sun comes summer heat. Hot weather puts people at risk for heat illness. Most heat illness is mild, but some people can get more severe symptoms. The life-threatening form of heat illness is heat exhaustion. Knowing the signs of heat exhaustion and what to do can keep heat exhaustion from turning deadly. Too much heat during exercise can cause your body to lose its ability to regulate the internal temperature. Your internal temperature can quickly go very high. If the internal temperature of your body exceeds 105 F, you can become very ill. Signs of heat exhaustion are confusion, not sweating, nausea, cramps, goosebumps and feeling ill. One of the problems with heat exhaustion is that you become impaired neurologically. This means you cannot think clearly and therefore cannot tell that you are in trouble. If you see someone else with these symptoms, you may want to help them. The most important thing to do for heat exhaustion is to quickly cool a person down. Get the person to lay down in the shade and remove any hats, shoes and socks. You want to get cold water on their head, neck and shoulders. A great way to do this is to apply a towel soaked in ice water. Create a cold towel by using a cooler with ice water in it. Just swirl the towel or even a shirt in the cold water and apply it to a person’s chest, shoulders, neck or head. As soon as the towel warms up,
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replace it with another freshly cold ice towel. You may need to replace a towel every 1-3 minutes. Encourage the person to drink cool water during the treatment. Keep doing this until the person complains about how cold the towel is or until they seem to be back to their normal selves. If they do not improve in about 20 minutes, it is time to get them to Dr. Helen the hospital. Iams, MD, MS If you have outdoor activities planned and hot weather is predicted, you can plan ahead to be ready in case there is a problem. Take extra water and a cooler of ice. If someone tends to have cramps in the summer heat, they should work hard at keeping hydrated and eat some salt throughout the day. Everyone should try to stay hydrated in the summer heat to prevent all types of heat illness. These simple steps can help you have a safer summer. Helen Iams, MD, MS is a sports medicine physician. Her primary care medical clinic, New Paradigm medical, PC is now open in downtown Berthoud. The clinic is accepting new patients.
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Wildfire readiness
By May Soricelli Berthoud Fire Protection District
Following last year’s historic wildfire season in our region, as the Cameron Peak Fire and East Troublesome Fire burned a combined 402,725 acres, and the evacuations for these fires bordered the Berthoud Fire Protection District, we want to equip our community to decrease wildfire risk in Berthoud this season. We urge citizens to take wildfire hazards seriously as this year’s wildfire outlook indicates ongoing drought conditions in much of the state and increased fire danger probable. In an effort to prepare the public for the upcoming “wildfire season” Berthoud Fire Protection District is connecting the community with critical resources to help reduce risk to our citizens, property owners, and visitors. We at Berthoud Fire ask our citizens, who reside in the wildland areas, to take necessary precautions to PREVENT, PROTECT, PREPARE, PLAN and PARTNER to reduce risks. Additional information is published on our new “wildfire preparedness” page on our website Berthoudfire.org/. A large portion of Berthoud Fire Protection District’s jurisdiction is in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). Do you live in the WUI? According to the U.S. Fire Administration, “The WUI is the zone of transition between unoccupied land and human development. It is the line, area, or zone where structures and other human development meet or intermingle with undeveloped wildland or vegetative fuels. Communities adjacent to and surrounded by wildland are at varying degrees of risk from wildfires.” Berthoud’s firefighters are all certified and trained to fight wildland fires in the WUI, as well as monitor daily conditions that may contribute to a heightened risk of wildfires such as high winds, low relative
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humidity, and temperature. In 2007, Berthoud Fire worked with experts to create a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) to identify areas of highest risk and concern based on topography, fuels, access and homeowner risk. Berthoud Fire has since completed all mitigation work outlined in the CWPP to significantly reduce the risk of wildfire in the area. This plan is regularly evaluated and updated. In addition to our mitigation and firefighting efforts, we work to educate the public to partner with us in creating a safer community by preventing the risk of loss of life or property due to fire. We need the public’s partnership in reducing wildfires. Wildfire safety tips for the Wildland Urban Interface: 1. Prevent fires • Adhere to local burn bans and red flag warnings. • Apply for open burning permits through the county. • Ensure firepits are covered by a screen. • Keep cooking or recreational fires away from combustibles and do not leave them unattended. • Properly discard cigarettes and hazardous materials 2. Protect property • Clear leaves and debris from roof and gutters. • Screen in the area below patios. • Remove flammable materials away from exterior walls such as firewood, propane, mulch, dry vegetation, etc. • Prune tree branches 6-10 feet from the ground. • Keep lawn hydrated and maintained. • Repair damaged shingles. • Cover exterior vents with metal mesh screening. • Do not store anything under porches or decks. • Create defensible space according to Firewise.org/. 3. Prepare for evacuation • Sign up for emergency alerts with NoCoAlert.org/. • Evacuate immediately when notified of evacuations in your area. Do not stay or wait to evacuate. • Follow Larimer County’s website for emergency wildfire information. • INCIWEB.NWCG.ORG is a resource for current wildfires. • Follow Berthoud Fire on Facebook for updates on an incident. 4. Plan for emergencies • Create a family emergency communications plan. • Know two ways out of your neighborhood. • Have a plan for elderly or disabled family members. • Have an emergency supply kit in your vehicle. • Things to remember when preparing for evacuation: people, pets, important documents, prescriptions, glasses, pictures, irreplaceable items, computer, cell phone, credit cards, cash. 5. Partner to help neighbors • Organize a neighborhood clean-up day. • Pool resources for chipping of debris or saw work for limbing up trees. • Contact home insurance agent to see if discounts are available for wildfire mitigation projects. • Help neighbors with projects who are unable to complete needed work. More information at: • berthoudfire.org/wildfire-preparedness • firewise.org ready.gov •nocoalert.org to receive reverse 911 notifications • nfpa.org
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Dry rub for BBQ ribs
your favorite rack of ribs and rub it into the meat, making certain to cover the little nooks and crannies. Do the same with the other side. Wrap the rank(s) tightly in clear wrap and pop them in the refrigerator overnight (or for at least six hours) to start a marinating process. Oh, yes. Don’t forget to remove the thin membrane that will be present on one side of the rack of ribs. This is Rudy my least favorite part of the process Hemmann and should be done at the very outset. Removing the membrane will make it far easier for a rub to find the meat in addition to allowing the ribs to be more tender. Now some words about grilling. burgers, steaks, ribs, cuts of chicken, pretty much any type of meat will benefit from indirect cooking on a grill. It makes no difference if it is charcoal or gas-fired. Build a fire under one side of the cooking surface and put the item(s) to be cooked on the other side. You may want to increase the cooking time for the item(s) to be grilled. Things cook more slowly when the heat is indirect. Keep a spritz bottle of apple uice handy to put out flareups. They are sure to happen. Also, remember to check in on things on the grill. Every fifteen minutes or so is not too often. I call it babysitting” the grill.) Nobody really wants an overdone chunk of something resembling one of the chunks of charcoal due to neglect. Enjoy!
8 grilling myths busted
eat, typically at 160 to 165 F. Myth #5: Marinating is best for Surveyor grilling and tenderizing Columnist Fact: It seems that marinades really do not penetrate much beyond the surface of the meat and can keep the outer surface of the food wet, preventing searing and browning. Rubs and salts can be more effective at adding flavor. Serve a dipping sauce for additional flavor if people desire. Myth #6: Light up the whole grill for best cooking Fact: Temperature control is a key Amber component of effective grilling and McIver-Traywick barbecuing. Having two temperature zones — direct, radiant heat for searing, and an indirect zone for grilling meat evenly and preventing burning — can make food more tasty. It’s also important to allow the grill to preheat. Myth #7: More smoke equals better food Fact: When cooking, faint wisps of blue smoke are better because blue smoke is made of tiny invisible particles and gases created by small, hot, fast-burning fires. White smoke generally comes from smoldering wood that is starved for oxygen, states the cooking site Food52. All of that white smoke can affect the flavor of the food. Myth #8: Oil the grates to prevent food from sticking Fact: This may or may not work, depending on the temperature of the grates when the oil is applied. A better method is to oil the food, which will be cold so the oil will keep from burning and cracking.
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ne of the secrets to a successful BBQ is to start with a good rub before the meat ever sees the grill. The rub I like is shown below. It is easy to prepare and may be used on either beef or pork ribs. This rub recipe is one that I found in a magazine years ago, and I could be wrong (Lord knows I was wrong once!) but it seems to me the article that accompanied this rub recipe is a knockoff of a famous Kansas City BBQ rub. As we all know Kansas City is famous for flavorful BB and ranks right up there with Memphis style, St. Louis style and West Texas-style BBQs. Preparation is a snap. Just put all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. It just could not be any simpler. Do not worry about making too much. Leftover rub may be stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place (like a refrigerator) for months. Dry Rub 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup paprika 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 tablespoon salt (Kosher if you have it.) 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions for use are also fairly simple. Sprinkle a generous portion on one side of
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ew of us could be considered a true grillmaster in this world but anyone can pick up some tips that help make that favorite summer pastime go a little better. And, there are some myths out there that need to be addressed that can help you perfect your grill game. Certain myths about grilling and barbecuing have prevailed through the years. Such misconceptions may discourage newcomers from picking up their tongs and spatulas. Myth #1: You can throw it all on at one time Fact: If you don’t want overcooked burgers and undercooked chicken stick with grilling one thing at a time and really nailing it. The high heat for burgers or steaks is different from the low and slow you need for chicken and sausages. Myth #2: The more lighter fluid the better Fact After exploding into a fireball the flames really don t last long and you end up shooting more on. This will leave an unpleasant flavor on your food. The answer is a chimney starter. These are easy to use as all you do is place some crumpled newspaper on the bottom, pack the top with coals, set the newspaper on fire with a single match or lighter, then let it work its magic. Myth #3: You can tell the temperature of the grill by placing your hand over the grates Fact: Everyone reacts differently to heat, so the best way to gauge temperature is by using a thermometer. Myth #4: Grilled chicken is done when the juices run clear Fact: Even well-done chicken can form juices that are pinkhued. It’s from a protein called myoglobin, according to the book Meathead The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling.” Use a cooking thermometer to learn when poultry is safe to
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19th Annual Farm Concert — Aug. 29
Special to the Surveyor
We’re excited to announce that after a year of COVID cancellations, we’re back for our 19th Annual Farm Concert at Newell Farm Park and Amphitheater Sunday, Aug. 29. Since we missed seeing all of you last summer, we thought it was a great time to hold a musical family reunion, without the lime Jell-O and tuna casserole, of course. But it just so happens that every act that will take the stage on that Sunday night has agreed to assemble their original members and perform a reunion set. This is a unique opportunity to hear three of the region’s most popular groups as they sounded decades ago. So, Sherman set the Wayback Machine and let’s see who will grace the Farm Concert stage. Reckless Abandon — Reckless Abandon played their first show in 1999 and quickly became a staple of the Rocky Mountain music scene, covering their favorite songs from their respective misspent teenage years. The band called it quits in 2019 when founding members Jim and Vickie Jones moved to Tennessee to live the quiet life as retirees. Fortunately, these hippies-at-heart hung on to their instruments and their tie-dye shirts, all of which have miraculously stood the test of time. We’ll see if the band managed to do the same. Southern Exposure — From the Telluride Bluegrass Festival stage to a yearly sold-out performance at the Arvada
Center that spanned two decades, Southern Exposure was one of the most popular and successful bands in the region. Founded in 1981 with the idea of using bluegrass instruments to create arrangements of songs that weren’t necessarily bluegrass by nature, the group combined stellar musicianship, flawless three-part vocals and razor-sharp humor to unleash unforgettable stage shows on their legions of fans. After several years of inactivity, Southern Exposure will reunite for this show only — a performance not to be missed. Jim Salestrom — Jim played the Farm Concert in 2009, turning a capacity crowd into lifelong fans. This year, he will appear with his band Timberline, a group he started in high school with his brother Chuck exactly 50 years ago. The result was a major label album, coast to coast touring and a chance to meet and perform with many of the movers and shakers at the top level of the music business. One of those people was Dolly Parton, who hired Jim as a picker and harmony singer in her touring band and another was John Denver, who used Jim’s talents in the studio and Jim’s friendship to help navigate the murky waters of show business. Jim Salestrom is a true Rocky Mountain music legend. Tickets for this year’s Farm Concert will go on sale June 30. You can buy your tickets at www.newellfarm.org or locally at Indigo Sky in Berthoud. Newell Farm Park and Amphitheater is located at 236 E. State Highway 56, just east of town. You can also call 303-915-5725 for more information.
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Summertime fun is back
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his summer will look a lot different than last. continue to serve Berthoud and However, no one should expect a return to the Loveland communities for years to Summer of 2019. For instance, Berthoud Day will be come. far from the traditional party in the park. This event will This event is for ages 21 feature a parade and Gabe s Gauntlet” a fitness challenge, and over. Tickets can be but no festival at Berthoud Park. purchased at https://donate. There will be live music in town. City Star Brewing lovelandmealsonwheels.org turned nine in May and now is at full capacity. They event/2021-meals-on-4th-tickets/ welcome bands and solo artists to their stage in the e339480 backyard. eep an eye on their Facebook page for details. The Bluegrass Brews Festival One Sweet Summer, Loveland’s will be held on Heidi summer events series, is back. It runs Saturday, uly Kerr-Schlaefer from the end of May through September 31. The festival, and features concerts at The Foundry, and happening at activities for the entire family like fitness The Foundry, classes, kid’s days and a brand new music will feature local favorite, White Water festival. Ramble alongside other bluegrass bands. Mix and mingle with your community There will be beers from local breweries while raising awareness and funds available and a fiddle contest. for Meals on Wheels of Loveland and On Sept. 11, Northern Coloradans Berthoud. can look forward to Fall Into Blues Fest, For a third year, Fourth Street will host also being held at The Foundry. It is a Photo from bettagumbo.com celebration of summer with blues music, a casually elegant dinner served under the lights, in the heart of downtown Loveland. The Foundry is located between local craft beer and food. You’ll enjoy a delicious multi-course meal, Second and Third streets in Don t forget the Wednesday concert downtown Loveland. live music, and local brews and wines. series at The Foundry Plaza starting This magical evening, held on une 16 uly 7 with the Wendy Woo Band. For from 6 - 9 p.m., will help ensure that Meals on Wheels will all the information on the One Sweet Summer, go to DowntownLoveland.org onesweetsummer. Other festivals are planned for Loveland, including the much-loved Old Fashioned Corn Roast Festival. It will be held at Old Fairgrounds Park at the end of August. Another long-established, well-attended event is the Loveland Summer Concert Series at the Foote Lagoon. The Loveland Concert Series will kick off on Thursday, uly 29 and run following Thursdays through August 19. Sounds of Centerra at Chapungu Park in Loveland also plans to forge ahead. eep an eye on centerra.com events for the latest. Loveland is known as an artsy town thanks in part to the Sculpture in the Park, the renowned event will celebrate 37 years at Benson Sculpture Garden on the first full weekend in August. Art in the Park, the longestrunning artisan festival in Colorado, takes place the same weekend at nearby North Lake Park. While there will not be a concert series in downtown Longmont this summer there will be free music at The Longmont Museum starting on une 17. Plus, the Creative District will host Second Fridays as usual which include restaurant promotions, music at various private businesses, gallery exhibitions, extended retail hours, and pop-up activities. Good news for 4H fans, county fairs are slated to happen this summer with the Boulder County Fair taking place on Aug. 6 through 15, and the Larimer County Fair is scheduled for Aug. 6 through 10. The 103rd Weld County Fair is scheduled for uly 24 through Aug. 2. The Taste of Fort Collins will take place this year on uly 24 and 25. 2021 is measuring up to be a much more exciting summer than last year, and that is a cheery prospect for many.
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Summer in Berthoud
Indian Peaks Wilderness Area
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Enjoy the great outdoors
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ith the melting snows of May and early June comes accessibility to hiking and pleasant mountain pastimes we all love. If you have read my articles before you know fishing tops my list, but camping, hiking, birding and photography are big ones for those of us who are blessed to live in the lovely state of Colorado. Indian Peaks Wilderness Area and Brainard Lake Recreational Area are our recommendations which perhaps you have not found yet or you might consider revisiting. The Indian Peaks Wilderness area, as we know it today, was enacted by an act of Congress in 1978 and encompasses 73,391 acres with over 50 lakes. There are 28 trails, six of the trails rise over passes of the Continental Divide. It contains seven peaks over 13,500 feet in elevation. Before 1915, Enos Mills lobbied for the boundary of Rocky Mountain National Park to include the Indian Peaks region, but that was not to be. A few years ago the statistics were that 150,000 visitors use the Indian Peaks Wilderness area annually. Naturally, the closer trails are more heavily used. Many of the alpine lakes and creeks are home to two of the native cutthroat trout species found in Colorado. East of the divide is the Greenback cutthroat and west holds the Colorado River cutthroat trout. Five popular campgrounds in the Indian Peaks and Brainard Lake Recreation area are Pawnee Campground, Rainbow Lakes Campground, Peaceful Valley Campground, Camp Dick and Bucking ham Campground. Horse trails do enter Indian Peaks wilderness area. This wilderness stretches from Boulder County and into Grand County, and is mostly within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. A few of the wildlife you might see contained in the wilderness and recreation area are elk, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mountain lions, mule deer, black bears, snowshoe rabbits and more than 280 species of birds. The most popular entry to the Indian Peaks Wilderness area is from Boulder/Nederland or the “Gateway to the Indian Peaks” at the Brainard Lake Trail. You will find access to trails offering five easy hikes, seven that are moderate and 12 that are listed as hard. All of this is within 45 minutes from the city of Boulder. Brainard Lake itself is 25 acres in size and allows canoeing, kayaking and fishing.
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The Lake has stocked Rainbow, Brown and Brook trout. The parking lot starts at 7,777 feet in elevation and the lake is at 10,059 feet. Some trails rise to 13,398 feet in elevation. Rainbow Lakes trail is found just outside the town of Nederland about four miles out a dirt road to the Jim access point. The trail to Rainbow Kilpatrick Lake is an easy 2.6 mile flat hike. Check it out: I found one new location to do some birding nearby these wilderness and recreation areas. It is Los Lagos Reservoir which is a birding mountain lake. It is a private reservoir but open from the road itself to the public in daylight hours for viewing only the highway that is on the Boulder/Gilpin County line. No fees are charged. You can possibly see Ring-necked Duck, Eared Grebe, nesting Osprey and Wilson snipe. From Lyons take Highway 7 to CO 72, also known as the Peak to Peak Highway which was built in 1915. From Rollinsville, on CO 119, go west on Sayre Road and follow it 1.7 miles to the reservoir. With things very limited last year may I encourage you to brave our outdoor and mountain offerings without fear.
Los Lagos Reservoir
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