LEAVE NO TRACE

CARE FOR COLORADO PRINCIPLES

■ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Do your research to know what you’ll need. Take a reusable water bottle everywhere

■ STICK TO TRAILS: Help natural areas stay natural by staying on the path.

■ LEAVE IT AS YOU FIND IT: Take home the beauty in a photo and not in your backpack.

■ TRASH THE TRASH: If you pack it in, pack it out — even food scraps and poop! If you come across trash, pick it up.

■ BE CAREFUL WITH FIRE: Keep campfires small, and put them out until you can handle the embers.

■ KEEP WILDLIFE WILD: No feeding, approaching or touching, no matter how cute they are.

■ SHARE OUR TRAILS & PARKS: Yield to the uphill bikers and hikers; silence your cell phone and search for the trail less traveled.

GOLDEN’S MOSTLY LOCALLY owned shops are spread throughout the charming town, dotting the downtown and outlying areas. It’s easy to get lost in the inviting art galleries featuring Western art and oneof-a-kind shops with handcrafted, unique gifts and apparel, many made in Golden!

There are vintage clothing shops, sweet-smelling soaperies, whimsical toy shops and adorable boutiques with the latest fashions. Golden was traditionally founded as a mining camp supply town and the tradition of outfitting people for their mountain adventures continues today. Golden’s outdoor retail shops feature top notch hiking, skiing, fly fishing, biking and climbing gear.

Most stores are staffed by friendly local merchants who will brighten your day with their helpful recommendations and appreciation. Shopping in Golden is always delightful—a must-do activity for any visitor. •

Ace Liquors

WINE/SPIRITS/BEER LIQUOR STORE

Where The West Drives Thru! This is Golden’s only drive-thru liquor store.

16265 S. Golden Rd., Golden (303) 279-3968 • Center Gatefold ace-liquor.com

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Blue Moose Trading Co.

GIFTS & SOUVENIRS

Offering a rustic-industrial aesthetic and eclectic vibe, this locally owned boutique sells home goods, games and puzzles, hats, books, leather goods, candles, garden gifts and more.

1299 Washington Ave., Golden (303) 271-1191 • Page 31 bluemoosetradingcompany.com

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Creekside Jewelers

JEWELRY

Local shop with works by Colorado jewelry artisans and classics such as wedding rings and estate pieces. They also provide repair services for jewelry and watches.

1206 Washington Ave., Golden (303) 279-4246 • Page 33 creeksidejewelers.com