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RECREATION Find the best hikes 8 A biker's paradise 14 The wild side of Aspen 18 On the river at North Star Nature Preserve 22 Take a fly-fishing trip 26

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See what Independence Pass has to offer

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Where to view fall colors 28

FOOD & DRINK

Your guide to adrenaline 32

Cool summer cocktails 67 Aspen's hottest patios 72

Hike from Aspen to Crested Butte in a day 36

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The Cooking School of Aspen makes its return 76

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Sizzling summer events 41 See what's new at the Aspen Music Festival & School 44 Our critic's summer picks 46

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Elevate your summer style 52 Aspen's pocket parks 58

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FOR ANY ASPEN RESIDENT who endures seven long months of winter (and sometimes longer), there’s really no happier time than summertime. We love our seasons here — don’t get me wrong — but by the time May rolls around and the snow keeps falling, we dream of sunny hikes, music-tent concerts and days spent sipping cocktails on one of Aspen’s countless patios.

Food & Wine Classic weekend is the start of a promising season ahead. We kick off summer in style with tastings, parties and maybe even a little outdoor recreation that doesn’t include bubbly — well, at least not until later. And then the calendar stays full from there on out. Should we

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go to the JAS Café tonight or Belly Up? The music festival or the art museum?

Morning decisions over coffee include whether to hike to Cathedral Lake or American Lake, to drive up Independence Pass or Maroon Creek Road, to attack a day of sports and recreation or enjoy a blissful day of leisure.

Whatever you choose, Aspen won’t disappoint you this summer. Let this magazine serve as your guide to all things summer. We hope you’ll use it as inspiration — whether you’re interested in a new mountain-biking trail, a fun fishing spot, live music out on the town or anything between, we’ve got you covered.

Cheers,

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jason Auslander, Samantha Bear, Jill Beathard, Rick Carroll, Scott Condon, Samantha Johnston, Rose Anna Laudicina, Jeanne McGovern, Erica Robbie, Scott Spooner, Dale Strode, Andrew Travers, Benjamin Welch

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the Aspen area can be an overwhelming exercise in narrowing down all the possibilities.

There’s the Smuggler Mountain-Hunter Creek Valley loop just out Aspen’s back door.

There are the gruelfests that workout fanatics love on the Ute Trail and the hike up Aspen Mountain.

Want big views to go with your workout?

Try the Lost Man Loop on Independence Pass.

It’s one of the most popular hikes in the area, with good reason.

How about a jaunt along a babbling brook with the payoff at a highelevation lake? Take your pick — dozens of hikes fit that bill in the upper Roaring Fork Valley.

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While there is no shortage of trails and sources for recommendations, we went with advice from a few avid hikers who have traveled the Aspen area for years. Martha Moran, recreation staff supervisor for the Aspen-Sopris Ranger District of the U.S. Forest Service, said the Weller Trail is an overlooked gem that’s short, straightforward and good for families acclimating to the elevation.

There’s a parking lot for Weller Trail about 9 miles east of Aspen along Highway 82. There’s a sign for trail 1989, which has a couple of bridges to help hikers across streams. It’s only about 0.6 miles to the lake. The trail climbs 300 feet, mostly via some switchbacks toward the end.

The lake is in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness and provides stunning views of the water and surrounding mountains.

Moran said the short Weller Lake hike can be combined with exploration at the nearby Grottos. The

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High alpine hiking near Aspen.

Grottos isn’t so much a hike as an amazing natural playground with waterfalls, ice caves, boulders and sculpted rock along the Roaring Fork River and a short trail that leads to pebble beaches along Lincoln Creek.

Parking for the Grottos is about 1 mile east of the parking lot and trailhead for Weller Lake. High runoff makes the riverside exploration treacherous in the spring and early summer.

For a more physically challenging outing, hiking guide Erica Berens suggests American Lake. The turquoise water of the lake, its setting among jagged peaks, and wildflowers carpeting the meadows during the heart of summer make it a splendid hike, she said.

The American Lake trailhead is 10 miles southwest of Aspen on Castle Creek Road.

The Forest Service’s data on the hike says the lake is

3.2 miles one-way with an elevation gain just shy of 2,000 vertical feet. The hike is moderately strenuous right out of the gate, Berens said, with switchbacks through aspen trees before climbing into a spruce forest.

After the first 1½ miles, the climb eases a bit.

“The trail continues its ascent, intermittently passing through forest and meadows that are ablaze with wildflowers from mid-July to mid-August,” says the Forest Service description of trail 1985. “Approximately one-half mile before the lake, the trail emerges into a fantastic wildflower oasis surrounded by scree.”

It’s one of the classic hikes of the upper valley, thanks to the views. It’s also popular, so expect to rub elbows with other hikers.

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Chase Harrison said he likes the hike to Hardscrabble and Williams lakes on the Hell Roaring Trail. The route is “self-regulating” because it requires a trip on a four-wheel-drive road past the Capitol Lake Trailhead, Harrison said.

From Old Snowmass, paved and dirt roads travel about 10 miles to the Capitol Creek Trailhead. The Hell Roaring Trail, number 1960, is accessed via a steep, four-wheel-drive road a short distance farther.

The route climbs the mountainside, and spurs lead to the high-elevation lakes.

“It’s a steady climb,” Harrison said, but never overwhelming. Hikers “bust above tree line” at about 11,000 feet and then absorb the big views, Harrison said. The hike tops out at

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The Forest Service data says the Hell Roaring Trail gains about 3,000 vertical feet. The

views from the ridge are as good as it gets with glimpses into the Capitol Creek and Avalanche Creek drainages.

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mountain biking was new but growing at an exponential rate, the Aspen area already had several trails to accommodate cyclists. The problem was they came in basically one variety — tough climb, white-knuckle descent and technical as hell.

A rider can still find plenty of trails that fit that description, but the overall network has come a long way.

Local governments teamed with the U.S. Forest Service and conservation groups to rehabilitate old routes on Smuggler Mountain and in the Hunter Creek Valley — easily accessed in Aspen’s backyard. The Smuggler Open Space property is the hub for the system, with numerous trails peeling off as spokes.

“The condition we found it in was usercreated trails that weren’t very sustainable,” said Gary Tennenbaum, assistant director of the Pitkin County Open Space and Trails program.

There was high demand among hikers and bikers despite the conditions, and it was obvious demand would increase with Aspen’s growth.

Over the years, the partners added a bevy of short, fun, singletrack trails such as Behind the Sign, Tootsie Roll and Lollipop to enhance the traditional routes. The Hummingbird Trail was added last summer as an interesting alternative from the Hunter Creek Valley floor to the Van Horn Park-Four Corners network of trails.

Cyclists wind their way up the Hummingbird Trail out of Hunter Creek Valley last fall. The new trail provides a more interesting link between the valley floor and the trails in Van Horn Park and Four Corners.

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Tennenbaum said the beauty of the Smuggler network is you don’t have to drive to a trailhead; it’s right out your door. He advised that any visitor who can handle the short but steep climb up Smuggler Mountain Road should put SmugglerHunter on their Aspen to-do list. Riders who aren’t adjusted enough to altitude to put in a full day or those in a time bind can string together some of the trails for a fulfilling couple of hours. If time and conditioning aren’t an issue, the network can pose plenty of challenges.

Because of the high concentration of trails, the best way to plan a ride is to consult www.mtb project.com and search for “Smuggler-Hunter Creek loop ride.” It describes options and gives an overview. Also check out The Aspen Times' Cycling Guide, on newsracks throughout

Consult www.mtb project.com and search “Sky Mountain Park Loop” for all the ins and outs.

Experienced riders who come for a workout should tackle the Smuggler Mountain-Hunter Creek Valley route and top it off with the Sunnyside Trail on Red Mountain, which looms to Aspen’s north.

That creates “a big, classic loop,” A cyclist Pritchard said. traverses the Sunnyside The Sunnyside Trail on Red Trail traverses Mountain last a steep fall. The trail is the last leg mountainside of an epic loop and offers enough in the Aspen area. Travelers technical surprises cross through a and short climbs golden canopy to keep riders on provided by aspen trees in their toes. There’s the fall. a lot of time spent in thick aspen woods and pine forests, Pritchard noted. Every now and then, the trees thin town, or www.aspentrail out to provide drop-deadfinder.com. beautiful views of Pyramid Riders visiting Aspen or Peak and the Maroon Bells Snowmass Village will want as well as surrounding peaks. to include the Sky Mountain The descent to McLain Park network in their plans.

Flats Road is technical, hot Numerous trails have been (depending on the weather) added in recent years to the and satisfying for riders who prominent mesa that divides appreciate a challenge. the Owl Creek and Brush Visitors who want Creek valleys, stretching from an easier time without the west end of the airport sacrificing the views and runway to Snowmass Village. backcountry feel should “Sky Mountain is all tackle Lincoln Creek Road about the views,” said to the ghost town of Ruby.

Mike Pritchard, executive It’s a 22-mile out-and-back director of the Roaring Fork route that starts on Highway Mountain Bike Association.

82 about halfway between Most of the trails were Aspen and Independence built using a machine, so Pass. The entire route is on a the grades are challenging road, but it gets increasingly yet manageable, and they steep and rugged the are buffed out for the most farther you get into the part. It’s solid intermediate backcountry toward Ruby. riding, plus there are several The entire route is along options via Cozyline, Airline, Lincoln Creek, and the Deadline and Viewline to views are spectacular. It hook into the Skyline Trail makes for a pleasant journey along the ridge. Riders don’t regardless of skill level. have to repeat their routes.

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WILD NEIGHBORS How to live alongside area wildlife

by BENJAMIN WELCH

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NIGHT HAS FALLEN as you traverse

the trees after a scenic day at Lost Man Lake. A sudden rustle from above brings your mind to a cautious place filled with predators. Bears?

Wolves? Rumpelstiltskin?

“Hello?” you awkwardly call out, hoping no one answers, mostly because you don’t know how to deal with a talking mountain lion.

Luckily, you’re more likely to survive getting thrown off a chairlift (it’s happened) than to come face to snout with a hungry mountain lion. In fact, the Roaring Fork Valley provides myriad reasons for you to be the one seeking animals in their habitat — from a respectful distance, of course.

“These are our neighbors,” said Jim Kravitz, director of naturalist programs at the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. “They’re what we share this great place with, and observing how they live can teach us a lot and give us a degree of respect for their home and protecting it.”

The list of species that reside in the area reads like a taxidermist’s dream: moose, coyote, elk, deer, fox, bighorn sheep, pika, marmot, black bear, beaver, porcupine, cougar, pine marten and jackalope (so the rumors go).

A moose walks along the edge of Maroon Lake.

Whether you’re driving up Owl Creek Road or hiking the Hunter Creek Trail, the odds are good you’ll be able to spot woodland creatures — especially if you’re willing to take a seat, put your phone on silent and peer through a pair of binoculars.

Knowing where to look is just as important as knowing what to look for. That’s why we have mechanics, doctors and people who buy vintage clothing.

That’s also why it helps to hear from a guide. Some insider’s tips from Kravitz: Wait until dawn or dusk, and then look for a meadow, clearing or avalanche chute.

When an avalanche in the winter clears the dark-green spruce and fir trees, it creates a new area for pioneering vegetation. In the summer, as the wildflowers, shrubs and aspen trees sprout in these glacialcarved valleys, wildlife converges on the area to take advantage of the nutritious food source.

“That’s the restaurant for the animals,” Kravitz said. “The plants are sun-loving; they’re the ones that take in the sun’s energy and return it in their leaves and fruits, so that’s where the animals are.”

Look for these at Maroon Creek, Castle Creek and Independence Pass. As with many wildlife-viewing hotspots, you may have to hike a few miles from the road to get the full Lewis and Clark experience.

Other suggested areas to spy wildlife are up 4 Mile Road west of Carbondale, along the Fryingpan River past Ruedi Reservoir and in the Marble and Redstone areas. Smuggler Mountain and the Hunter Creek Trail offer bountiful viewing opportunities with moderate hikes into and out of Aspen.

You probably don’t need to venture far from town to spot creatures. Watch a majestic redtailed hawk fly overhead. See a fox saunter across the street. Be startled by a bear licking a Coors can from an unlocked dumpster.

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“That’s a well-known area for heron,” said Matt Kuhn, trails manager for Aspen Parks, Trails and Sightings of mountain lions, such as this one Open Space, speaking seen recently in Eagle about the great blue variety.

County, are on the rise in the high country.

“There’s a heron rookery out there, and you’ll also below see at times deer or elk at A bear digs through trash in an the North Star Preserve.” alley in Aspen.

Kuhn also suggests looking for beaver and mule deer from the Maroon Creek Trail and Wetlands west of the golf course.

If our fine feathered friends are more your speed, Aspen has a large birdwatching scene, as well.

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To name just a few, you can see yellow warblers, golden eagles, ducks, owls, ospreys, spotted sandpipers and hawks in the Aspen area, but Weiss suggests looking out for the American dipper. A stout, gray bird with white on the eyelashes, the dipper feeds on aquatic insects by diving into a river and picking them off of rocks. The birds like to nest on bridges, and Weiss said you can often find them bobbing in the water nearby.

“People have the best luck finding birds when they’re in high-quality habitats. Here in the arid West, anywhere close to water like rivers, ponds, wetlands and adjacent areas will have the greatest concentration of birds and the greatest diversity,” Weiss said. She also leads an Aspen Center for Environmental Studies birdwatching class Tuesday mornings throughout the summer for all levels of birders.

Predatory birds especially like to perch on prominent branches to scout for prey.

Listen for birdsongs and movement to spot different species. Tip: “Help!” is not a birdsong and should be reported to the authorities.

You can’t have “wildlife” without the “wild,” though, and there are a few things to be mindful of when viewing animals. First: Give them room. Allow animals an exit, and don’t make them feel threatened. Wear earth-tone colors, blend in with your environment, and watch creatures in their

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If you’re hoping to see wild animals, it really only takes one step: Get outside. With a bevy of species residing around Aspen to provide a glimpse into nature’s primal origins, there’s no reason to settle for only bumping into cougars at the bar.

“Everybody is fascinated by wildlife, fascinated by how things live out in the mountains,” Kravitz said.

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A group of young people float down the Roaring Fork River at the North Star Nature Preserve.

FLOATING THROUGH TIME The North Star Nature Preserve is one of Aspen’s natural gems

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The North Star Nature Preserve just east of Aspen occupies a lofty position within Pitkin County’s open space program.

“North Star is what it’s all about,” said Gary Tennenbaum, the open space program’s assistant director. “It’s where it all started for our program. Back in the ’70s that property was slated for significant development.”

In fact, a 1966 Aspen-area master plan would have allowed as many as 1,500 houses at North Star, according to a history of the area included in the current master plan.

However, Pitkin County partnered with The Nature Conservancy to purchase 175 acres of the former North Star Ranch in 1977 to keep it as open space. Another 70-acre adjoining parcel known as the James H. Smith North Star Open Space was added in 2001.

“It’s such a special place,” said Jim Kravitz, director of naturalist programs at the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. “It’s the last thing you see before you enter Aspen coming down the road from Independence Pass. It’s this whole wide expanse of open space just before you hit this vibrant town.”

The area used to be called Stillwater because, after tumbling down from the Continental Divide, the Roaring Fork River finally slows down at that point.

“It’s one of the few areas of the Roaring Fork that’s flat,” Tennenbaum said.

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The area features riparian habitat that supports a huge amount of wildlife, including deer, elk, beaver, bear, mink, ducks, geese, numerous other types of birds and one of the highest-altitude heron colonies, he said.

“I suggest it to everyone who comes into the valley,” Tennenbaum said. “It’s one of the few places to have a safe float day on the Roaring Fork.”

But over the past few years, the pristine beauty and quiet of the nature preserve have been overwhelmed by hordes of summer floaters out for a good time on tubes, rafts and paddleboards.

That, in turn, has created a horde of problems, including rampant parking issues, a loud, alcoholsoaked party atmosphere and litter.

“The word is out,” Kravitz said. “Not everybody using North Star has been respecting it over the last few years. So now we have to do something about it.”

To that end, Pitkin County commissioners adopted a new management plan for the area that will include a significant campaign to educate people about appropriate behavior in the preserve, Tennenbaum said.

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by Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers plant willow and cottonwood seedlings along the Roaring Fork River at North Star Nature Preserve to help stablize the riverbanks. above

The Roaring Fork River winds through the North Star Nature Preserve east of Aspen.

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“We’re trying to control behavior,” he said. “We’re trying to have people respect the preserve. We want to lower the volume and lower the party atmosphere.”

Part of the plan to deal with the problems is a sizable campaign to educate people about what the preserve is all about and the kind of acceptable behavior that goes along with that, Tennenbaum said. That includes no yelling, no stopping along the float route except at the large beach about threequarters of the way from the Wildwood put-in, and packing out any trash brought into the preserve.

Another point of warning is that water in the river is cold, Tennenbaum said. That icy water can catch people off guard, — especially those riding in tubes — and cause them to yell out or stop in areas not allowed, he said.

Naturalists from the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies will be on-hand this summer at the Wildwood parking area and along the float route to help educate

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people about North Star, said Kravitz and Tennenbaum.

In addition, the U.S. Forest Service, which owns the Wildwood put-in, hired a forest protection officer with money provided by the city, the county and a private landowner to better control the parking situation there. That person will have the power to write parking tickets, though that will not happen immediately, Tennenbaum said.

One suggestion that allows people to avoid the crowded Wildwood parking area is to start at the Southgate access point, where paragliders land, he said. It makes for a shorter float, which might appeal to those with tubes. In addition, paddleboarders can cruise up and down the river from that point, Tennenbaum said.

Another change to the North Star management has to do with commercial trips. Previously, only one commercial outfitter was allowed to run trips through the preserve, though there was no cap on the number of people in those groups.

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Stand-up paddleboarders cruise down the North Star Nature Preserve. below

The North Star Nature Preserve and James H. Smith Open Space along the Roaring Fork River.

Now, any outfitter can run a trip through North Star provided they receive a permit from the Open Space and Trails Department, but group size is capped at six people.

There is no cap on the number of people in private trips, and private trips don’t need a permit.

Also, alcohol is allowed in the preserve. Tennenbaum told commissioners that if this year’s efforts are not enough to get the party and noise issue under control, he would talk to the Forest Service about possibly banning alcohol at the Wildwood put-in, though that would be a long process.

In the end, officials don’t want to discourage people from experiencing one of Aspen’s outdoor gems.

They just want to calm down certain behaviors.

“We certainly look forward to people being out and enjoying the heck out of it,” said John Armstrong, senior ranger for the county’s open space program. “We really want to dial back the party atmosphere. It is really inappropriate for a nature preserve. … We hope people respect the property.”

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CHASING TROUT The rivers and streams in and around Aspen offer world-class fly-fishing

by SCOTT SPOONER

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easy casting and beautiful scenery. Attractor dries are just about all you need.

Lost Man Lake and Reservoir are excellent spots for those wanting to hike in somewhere and see fewer people. Access is found at Lost Man Campground, as well as on Highway 82, and moderate hikes will introduce you to agreeable local brown, rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout. Bring a few ants, damselflies, attractor dries and small streamers.

The Weller Lake trailhead is near Weller Campground on Highway 82, and a short half-mile hike is all that is required (fly selection is the same as Lost Man).

Fly-fishing around Snowmass is just as good.

All of the areas mentioned above are close by, plus you are near the “middle-upper” Roaring Fork and Fryingpan rivers. The main attraction here is the Fryingpan, which boasts world-famous mayfly hatches all summer long. Green drakes and pale morning duns hatch with reckless abandon from mid-July until fall. The Fryingpan hosts rainbows, browns, cutthroat and even brook trout and can be fished both above and below Ruedi Reservoir near Basalt.

The Roaring Fork along Highway 82 from Glenwood Springs to Aspen offers a terrific twilight green drake

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Rainbow trout. inset

Brook trout.

hatch after runoff and has excellent numbers of caddis, golden stonefly, yellow sallies, craneflies and pale morning duns, as well. Fly shops sell maps that make finding public access a snap.

Snowmass Lake is not for the faint of heart, but it's well worth the effort.

Be sure to go early, as late-afternoon storms are commonplace in the high country (this goes for all alpine lakes here in the

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are world-renowned for powder days during winter, but in summer there are endless possibilities for the avid angler. The larger rivers in the Roaring Fork Valley are fishable year-round, including the Colorado, Roaring Fork and Fryingpan. Don’t hesitate to saunter into the closest fly shop for advice, directions, fly recommendations and guide services this summer.

If you are in the Aspen area, there are numerous opportunities to fish nearby.

One of the most popular stretches around town is Jaffe Park on the Roaring Fork, which holds the largest section of public access on any river in the area. This fly-only water is abundant with rainbow and brown trout and is easily accessed along the Rio Grande Trail. The green drake, caddis and pale morning dun hatches of summer are prolific. As you follow the Roaring Fork up toward Independence Pass, the river is much more intimate and you begin to encounter cutthroat and brook trout.

The meadows above and below the Braille Trail and near the Grottos offer

MIND BODY SPIRIT valley). An 8-mile hike will bring you to a little-pressured fishery full of cutthroat, brook and rainbow trout. American Lake is a less strenuous hike, with the trailhead on Castle Creek Road. Cathedral Lake boasts the largest trout of our high-country lake fisheries — the food is abundant and these fish thrive on a healthy menu of scuds, damselflies, chironomids and callibaetis.

The trailhead is about 2 miles past the American Lake trailhead. Both lakes require an approximate 4-mile hike in, and many mountaineering stores and fly shops sell forest maps.

All of these places — and many, many more — are just a hop and a skip from Aspen and Snowmass. Fly selection isn’t scientific (except for on the Fryingpan) and most areas can be wet-waded (except the year-round 38-degree Fryingpan) with simply a cup of flies and your favorite rod.

Nine-foot, five-weight rods are the norm, and fly selection

usually comprises of caddis, stoneflies, craneflies, green drakes and pale morning duns for the rivers. Lake flies of note are hoppers, attractor dries, ants, beetles, damselfies, chironomids, callibaetis and small streamers.

Fishing licenses are available online and at most fly shops for a nominal fee, and guide services throughout the valley can introduce you to quality fishing, no matter where you are.

Take the time to explore the valley this summer with a fly rod in hand; remember to take nothing but pictures, carry more water than you think you’ll need, bring a rain jacket, and leave no trace. Locals know how spoiled they are, and most are happy to offer advice, encouragement and some favorite spots. Whether you enjoy some solitude on the Crystal, wade or float the Roaring Fork and Colorado, dry-fly fish the Fryingpan, or hike up to any number of alpine lakes, you’re bound to get a taste of why locals are proud to call this special place home.

This piece was provided to Summer in Aspen by Scott Spooner, of Taylor Creek Fly Shops, with locations in Aspen and Basalt.

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Aspen’s natural beauty is enhanced with brilliant color each fall

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AS ANY LOCAL will tell

you, fall in Aspen is one of the best times of the year.

Town begins to quiet down after the nearly nonstop activity of the summer months, allowing a mellower, calmer vibe to permeate not only residents’ psyches but the City Market parking lot, as well. The weather is fantastic, too, with warm, sunny days and cool, crisp

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by JASON AUSLANDER nights nearly always on tap.

But it’s the city’s namesake that truly bespeaks the spectacular during the fall. Explosions of color from the numerous aspen groves that paint the mountainsides of nearby valleys and vistas are breathtaking and easy to access by foot, bicycle or car.

Ask anyone in the know about where to go for fall colors in the Aspen area,

and the first thing you’re mostly likely to hear is: “Check out the Castle Creek Valley.” And this is good for everyone because Castle Creek, located just outside town on the west side of Aspen Mountain, is good for walking, hiking, biking and riding in the car.

To get there, follow Highway 82 west out of town until you hit the

roundabout, then follow the signs. Note that you’ll pass the entrance to the Maroon Creek Valley on your way.

We’ll come back to the treasures contained therein.

The Castle Creek Valley’s winding, two-lane blacktop ensures your driver won’t log much gawking time, but passengers will reap the benefits of the approximately 12 miles to

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Ask anyone in the know about where to go for fall colors in the Aspen area, and the first thing you’re mostly likely to hear is: “Check out the Castle Creek Valley." opposite

Biking along Castle Creek Road. below

Biking through fall colors on Aspen Mountain.

the ghost town of Ashcroft.

As the road climbs deeper into the hills, every turn yields new and changing views of hillsides painted yellow and orange.

The road is equally as glorious — if not more so — on a bicycle. By all means, strap on that helmet and ride. Your presence will not be unusual.

The ghost town of Ashcroft is a good place to stop and stretch your legs while on your leaf-peeping excursion. In fact, it’s the perfect spot, said Jim Kravitz, head naturalist at the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies.

That’s because not only can you read about what life was like in the once-thriving but extremely isolated old silvermining town, but Kravitz said you’re also at the ideal elevation for fall colors.

“Above the ghost town, … about 9,500 feet — those are the bread-and-butter aspen groves,” he said.

“They’re the most popular, … the most iconic.”

If you’re a hiker, pay particular attention here: Two fantastic though challenging hiking trails begin in this area.

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DISCOVER THE BEST OF ASPEN SNOWMASS begins 10 miles up the Castle Creek Valley. The lower parts of both trails route hikers through the aspen groves you can see from the road.

“Those are great September hikes,” Kravitz said.

The best time to view the changing colors is around the third week in September, Kravitz said. The most vibrant colors emerge when rainy conditions in late August and early September are followed by sunny days and cold nights, he said.

The Maroon Creek Valley — home to the famous Maroon Bells, reportedly the most photographed place in all of Colorado — is next door to the Castle Creek Valley and well worth braving the crowds to visit. There’s never a bad time to look at the Bells, though fall may be the best.

The road to the Bells is equally as rideable as Castle Creek but not as driveable.

The Bells’ popularity means you must park at Aspen Highlands and take a shuttle, though you can drive up early in the morning or after the last shuttle in the evening.

For another beautiful fall drive or ride, head up Highway

82 toward Independence Pass.

Hikes in this area, however, do not tend to go through aspen groves, so they are not ideal for fall-colors viewing, Kravitz said.

Closer to town, the Sunnyside Trail, which gradually winds its way to and through the aspen grove at the top of Red Mountain, is a good colors bet, though the trail is a haul. It can also be accessed from the Hunter Creek Valley.

And don’t forget Snowmass Village. The views of Snowmass ski area and the surrounding hills are spectacular in fall.

The town also offers many hiking and mountain-biking trails that put you underneath the glittering trees.

Speaking of the Snowmass Village area, mountain bikers should check out Sky Mountain Park and the views of the Owl Creek Basin it affords, said Gary Tennenbaum, assistant director of Pitkin County’s Open Space and Trails Program. The Tom Blake Trail in Snowmass Village is another colorful option; Tennenbaum called it the “Yellow Brick Road” because it traverses stands of aspens.

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by ERICA ROBBIE endless share of entertainment and cultural events — especially during peak season — but at its core, it is a mountain town rich with thrilling outdoor opportunities all year long.

There are the more obvious summer mountain adventures such as mountain biking, whitewater rafting and climbing 14,000-foot peaks, but with the Elk Mountain Range as your playground, not even the sky is the limit. Just ask Roaring Fork Skydivers owner Jeremy Divan, who jumps out of planes for a living.

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Aspen Times reporter Erica Robbie and Roaring Fork Skydivers owner Jeremy Divan parachute in preparation for their landing.

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Divan has no idea how many times he’s been skydiving.

The adrenaline junkie jumps too frequently — as in multiple times per day, depending on what business looks like — to keep count.

When I took the plunge with Divan last summer, he said he had totaled more than 8,000 jumps, which equates to more than 333 days of his life free-falling.

Upon a follow-up with Divan in 2016 to get an updated count, he estimated about the same number of jumps. Considering Divan runs Roaring Fork Skydivers five days a week and takes clients on jumps all day, he probably has a few more jumps under his belt in a year’s time.

Roaring Fork Skydivers takes people above Mount Sopris and at level with Capitol Peak, about 8,000 feet above ground and 14,000 feet above sea level. And then ...

Boom.

You’re moving through the crisp Colorado air at a speed of about 120 miles per hour.

But just how dangerous is it to jump out of a plane?

According to Divan, people are five times more likely to die consuming peanuts, which kill about 100 people each year, than from skydiving incidents, which he said kill around 20 people per year.

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Aspen native and ski mountaineer Mike Marolt is one of these people.

The way Marolt sees it, the best three nearby peaks to climb and ski during the summer months are Grizzly Peak, Conundrum Couloir off Mount Hayden, and Crystal Couloir off Mount Sopris.

With 40- to 45-degree ranges and perfectly sustained pitches, these runs are not necessarily the steepest, but they’re still super-long and steep enough, Marolt said. But most importantly, “they’re just really fun, classic things” to climb and ski locally, he said.

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Locals Kevin Dunnet and Steve Marolt climb Mount Hayden.

“The beauty of where we live at 8,000 feet is having access to these 12-, 13-, 14,000foot peaks,” Marolt said.

Gearing up to hike the Himalayas soon? You’re in the perfect place, Marolt said. The Elk Mountains offer unparalleled training for some of the world’s most difficult ascents in places like the Himalayas or the Andes. But by no means does this mean that an Elk Mountains adventure is to be taken lightly.

Marolt advised climbers, skiers and mountaineers to travel prepared and take every trip seriously — no matter how skilled or experienced one may be.

“People of all levels can go out there and get themselves killed in the Elk Mountain Range,” he said. “It doesn’t matter what your experience or skill level is; you have to be intelligent about it.”

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Catching these warm air currents not only maximizes the duration of one’s time in the air, typically around 15 to 30 minutes, but also makes for the best paragliding conditions. In other words, a “thermal day” in the world of paragliding is equivalent to a powder day in skiing or snowboarding, Palmaz said.

On a good summer day, paragliders may reach anywhere from 12,000 to 14,000 feet. It’s not only a thrilling adventure but also a very freeing one for many people, Palmaz said.

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ASPEN TO CRESTED BUTTE, ON FOOT This day hike offers adventurous splendor

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A POPULAR TOWN-TO-TOWN day hike known for its breathtaking panoramic landscape and spectacular wildflowers, Aspen to Crested Butte is as much about the adventure as it is the views. Experiencing the quiet hideaway of Crested Butte is good for the soul, and it’s guaranteed to remind you of every single reason you should love quirky, small, mountain towns.

Colorado natives know that an early-morning start to an epic hike means you’ll be at your final destination in time for happy hour. It’s also well-known that Mother Nature doesn’t suffer fools, and early-afternoon thunderstorms are notorious in Colorado and can be deadly at 12,000 feet.

The rule of thumb: Be well on your way back down to treeline by noon. An 8 a.m. start time is probably sufficient to get over the pass by lunchtime, but plan according to your hiking ability and acclimation to altitude.

Maroon Lake anchors two of Colorado’s most stunning peaks — Maroon Peak and North Maroon Peak, affectionately known as the Maroon Bells.

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Most mornings, the lake serves as a magnificent reflecting pool of one of the world’s most stunning landscapes. It’s a magical way to start the day.

You’ll begin at the West Maroon Pass trailhead that leads to Crater Lake. This part of the trail can be very crowded with adventure-seekers of all ability levels. The best advice: Enjoy the spectacular scenery, take

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A mid-July view from West Maroon Pass toward Crested Butte.

TRAIL FACTS Miles

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West Maroon Pass Summit

Ideal Hiking Months

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GETTING HERE AND THERE FROM ASPEN,

Schofield Park is a beautiful singletrack hike through glorious wildflowers.

follow Highway 82 west to the roundabout. Take the second exit onto Maroon Creek Road. Maroon Creek Road at T-Lazy-7 Ranch is restricted to vehicles from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. from mid-June through midSeptember. Visitors between those hours must take the shuttle from Aspen Highlands. The Maroon Bells Scenic Area is a fee area.

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advantage of the rest breaks as you wait to pass slower walkers, and know that you only have 1.8 miles to go before the crowd will begin to thin — a little bit. From Crater Lake, you’ll continue on the West Maroon Pass Trail all the way to the Schofield Park trailhead (the end of your hike). You’ll cross West Maroon Creek multiple times on your journey toward West Maroon Pass. Depending on the time of the year, you may be in fast-flowing water up to your knees. It can be sketchier than it sounds, but be prepared (bring expandable hiking poles if you have them). You’ll notice many hikers who will change out of their hiking boots into water shoes to avoid that uncomfortable 10 miles of sloshing around in wet socks. At the least, bring an extra pair or two of dry socks.

The hardest part of this hike is the mile-long, 1,000-foot ascent to the summit of West Maroon Pass. Once you’re there, it’s just a few miles downhill

through breathtaking Schofield Park. Like all pass summits, West Maroon is likely to be chilly and a bit windy (a windbreaker or rain jacket is a must-have piece of clothing). There are several large rocks that make for great windbreaks so you can have a snack while you take in stunning views in all directions.

The rest is all downhill — literally. It’s OK if you feel like skipping down the trail through millions of wildflowers. It’s a pretty liberating experience. Be sure to take lots of photos, but know in advance that nobody will believe they are real anyway, so you might as well just stop and smell the wild roses.

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Schofield Park is also home to many wild animals, including the majestic moose. This is why dogs must be on leashes. It’ll seem unfair to keep Fido cooped up when thousands of acres of green grass lie before you, but when your pooch stirs up an angry momma moose and leads her back to the humans, your hike might be over.

Once you wind your way to the Schofield Park trailhead, your ride will be awaiting (assuming you arranged for one).

You should be on the lookout for an A Team-type van and a cooler of beer (assuming Dolly’s is picking you up). Hang on as your driver navigates the 10 miles of Schofield Pass that stand between you and cocktails in the Butte. Once you arrive, be sure to ask around for where to find some free townies so you can cruise the eclectic back streets between food, drink and shopping stops. Enjoy what will be a memorable experience.

July 27 Water in the Age of Silver: Touring Aspen’s “Holden Works”

INSPIRING PEOPLE TO EXPLORE, VALUE, AND PROTECT THE ROARING FORK WATERSHED Come explore the Roaring Fork Watershed through Roaring Fork Conservancy’s summer and fall programs. Additional program details, including how to register, can be found at www.roaringfork.org/events.

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July 29 Twin Lakes Tunnel & Diversion Tour Aug. 2 Woody Creek: Farm & Distillery Tour Aug. 14 Busy Beavers of the Upper Crystal River Sept. 15 Aspen Tap: Drinking Water Tour Sept. 22 Carbondale Bicycle Ditch Tour

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EVENTS NOT TO MISS Aspen’s summer calendar offers an almost dizzying variety

by ERICA ROBBIE WE TALK A LOT ABOUT outdoor adventure in Aspen for

obvious reasons, but the summer season is full of events and festivals that give high-adrenaline recreation a run for its money. Here are some of our favorite options this summer.

Editor’s note: To read our Aspen Times arts and entertainment editor’s picks for this summer’s hottest art, books, classical music, dance, pop music and theater, see page 44.

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SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET What better way to welcome both summer in Aspen and the weekend than strolling down quaint streets, admiring local artisans’ handmade crafts, munching on fresh goods like farm-picked berries or sweet, flaky pastries, and listening to live music?

The Aspen Saturday Market is a weekly summer affair not to be missed.

The market takes over the streets Saturdays, forming a U-shape from the corner of Galena Street and Hopkins

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Aspen’s Saturday Market will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday from mid-June until early October.

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The Aspen Institute Ideas Festival, set to take place June 23 to July 2 this summer, draws thinkers and leaders from all over the world.

When the sun goes down, put your newfound knowledge to use at one of Food & Wine’s latenight parties and events.

This year’s Food & Wine Classic will be held June 17 through June 19.

ASPEN IDEAS FESTIVAL — ASPEN INSTITUTE Where else can one ponder mysteries of the universe or engage in a conversation about crime and punishment with some of the world’s most prominent leaders and thinkers?

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The Aspen Ideas Festival invites speakers across a variety of disciplines to discuss current issues and ideas, inspire and be inspired.

But what sets the Ideas Festival apart from other meetings of the minds is Aspen’s setting.

“The tranquility and expanse of the Aspen landscape really plays a big role in the success of this event,” said Aspen Institute Vice President Katherine Boone. “It lets people open their minds and follow their curiosities in unexpected directions.”

This summer’s Ideas Festival will take place June 23 to July 2 at the Aspen Meadows campus.

OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION The roots of Aspen’s Fourth of July celebration run deep.

Deep as in they date back to the town’s settlement in the late 1880s.

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FOOD & WINE CLASSIC If you enjoy food and wine — or have a pulse — this three-day festival is the crème de la crème of culinary events.

Wine and dine with some of the world’s most accomplished winemakers, culinary experts and celebrity chefs at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen.

The heart of the festival takes place at its Grand Tasting Pavilion, located at Wagner Park in Aspen’s downtown core.

Along with its epicurean epicenter, the 2016 event is slated to feature more than 80 cooking, wine and cocktail seminars.

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Staying true to its origin, Aspen’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration has remained largely the same throughout the years, featuring an annual parade led by the Aspen Fire Department, a town picnic, community sporting events and races, free concerts and an extravagant display of fireworks.

Fourth of July marks one of Aspen’s busiest times of the year — drawing roughly 20,000 people to town, according to the Aspen Chamber Resort Association.

“It’s a patriotic and colorful mountain-town celebration loaded with tradition, fireworks and a parade through historic downtown,” Aspen Mayor Steve Skadron said. “Our founding fathers would be proud.”

ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL — SUNDAYS AT THE MUSIC TENT The Aspen Music Festival and School brings some of the brightest and most

talented classical musicians to the mountains.

One of summer’s most popular events takes place Sunday afternoons at the Benedict Music Tent and Harris Concert Hall in Aspen’s West End. On Sundays from July 3 to Aug. 21, the Aspen Festival Orchestra will perform at the music tent at 4 p.m.

“The Sunday concerts are a staple of Aspen’s community values,” said Aspen resident Max Rispoli. “From when I first attended over 15 years ago as a kid with my brother at our parents' side to today when I sit outside with friends to enjoy an afternoon, Aspen Music Festival creates an opportunity to relax and reconnect with those community values to the background of amazing classical music.”

Pack a blanket, wine, cheese and whatever else you please. Picnics on the lawn are welcome,

The main Food & Wine events take place in Wagner Park, located in Aspen’s downtown core.

but talking during the orchestra’s performance is not. So please, respect thy neighbor and orchestra and sit back, relax and embrace the serenity of this special summer event.

See page 42 for more about the school’s evolution and recent renovation.

JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS — LABOR DAY WEEKEND EXPERIENCE As Jazz Aspen Snowmass looks toward its next quarter century after celebrating its 25th anniversary this past season, the organization is taking its Labor Day weekend event to higher ground, welcoming the legendary Stevie Wonder to the valley to perform at this year’s experience.

“It’s our biggest show in history,” said Jazz Aspen Snowmass founder Jim

Horowitz. “And with Duran Duran, too, it’s just mind-boggling.”

The Killers and Thievery Corporation also are slated to play at this year’s Labor Day concert series, which will take place Sept. 2 through Sept. 4.

There are many reasons behind the popularity and success of Jazz Aspen Snowmass — one simply being the level of talent the organization has brought to our little mountain town in the past 25 years.

But what’s particularly special about the Labor Day weekend event is that it brings the community together, Horowitz said.

“It touches people literally from age 7 to 70,” he said. “It really crosses genres of music and boundaries that have made it kind of a beloved community gathering.”

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BIG MUSIC ON CAMPUS Aspen Music Festival unveils final phase of $80 million campus makeover

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THERE’S A THIN LINE BETWEEN rustic and run-down. The buildings on the Aspen Music Festival and School’s campus on Castle Creek Road had unquestionably crossed it after more than four decades of hosting the world’s best and brightest classical musicians.

This summer, the Music Festival unveils the final phase of an $80 million redeveloped campus that promises to give its world-class students a world-class musical home. This freshest batch of buildings — including a new rehearsal hall, cafeteria and administration building — adds to the acclaimed new ones that opened in 2013 and earned Basalt-based architect Harry Teague an American Institute of Architects Western Mountain Region Design Excellence Award.

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Renamed in honor of Matthew and Kay Bucksbaum, the former chairs of the festival’s board of trustees whose $25 million gift launched the redevelopment, the campus now has three elegant and acoustically pristine rehearsal halls situated around its Great Pond, with 68 practice rooms ringing the site. There are new teaching studios, a music library and administrative offices, along with a balcony-wrapped cafeteria.

The 38-acre site, nestled on a sliver of land between Castle Creek and the backside of Aspen Mountain, was gifted to the Music Festival by former Aspen Institute President Robert O. Anderson in 1966. The festival threw together a functional collection of buildings that had grown dilapidated by the turn of the century. There was little charm left in them by the time the redevelopment process began — the old Music Hall, for instance, was literally condemned in 2010, which made for an easy demolition process.

“We brought in a bulldozer, pushed it, and it just fell down,” quipped Aspen Music Festival President and CEO Alan Fletcher.

Teague also designed the Music Festival’s performance halls in Aspen’s West End Harris Concert Hall and the Benedict Music Tent, which opened in 1993 and 2000, respectively. Teague began his career working on the original campus during a 1967 internship. With an intimate understanding of

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the site and the Aspen Music Festival, he works with a contemporary architectural vocabulary that also manages to reflect the campus’s rugged and pastoral setting. Two historic structures from the 1890s have been preserved on the site. Walls of glass bring daylight into rehearsal spaces and connect musicians to the mountains surrounding them. Outside, sidings constructed of metal and a wood-colored fiber cement remind you that you’re in both the backwoods and in the 21st century.

In its architecture review of the first phase of the new campus three years ago, Denver Post critic Ray Mark Rinaldi called the aesthetic “a potential game-changer” for mountain design.

“You cannot ignore the environment and the beauty of the place,” Teague said. “I hope the buildings add to that, that they’re inspiring, that they’re not just rehearsal halls.”

Hosting 600-plus music students in the summer, the campus doubles as the home of Aspen Country Day School the rest of the year. The brand-new Hurst Hall, for example, will double as a middle school gymnasium (removable wall panels allow for multi-angled acousticenhancing walls in the summer and kickball-friendly flat ones during the school year).

Along with providing space for practice and instruction, the new campus is a work of visual art and an attraction

Construction takes place earlier this year on the final phase of the Aspen Music Festival and School’s $80 million campus redevelopment. The festival will host a grand opening for the public on July 11.

worth a summer visit. The festival is welcoming the public there this season for a free, kid-friendly Family Concert on July 21 and for regular performances including free showcases, competitions and concerts by brass, woodwind, strings, harp and classical-guitar students.

A grand-opening celebration is scheduled for 10 a.m. on July 11. Free campus tours run at 10:15 a.m. on Monday mornings from July 18 through Aug. 15.

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ALAN SHIELDS EXHIBITION at Aspen Art Museum, June 24 to Oct. 2 TOM SACHS OPEN STUDIO SESSION at Anderson Ranch Arts Center, July 18

Critic’s Picks

VIOLINIST JOSHUA BELL WITH THE ASPEN CHAMBER SYMPHONY at Benedict Music Tent, July 15

2016 ASPEN ARTIST AWARD WINNER GABRIEL OROZCO EXHIBITION at Aspen Art Museum, opening July 29 and free talk Aug. 4

A 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE EMERSON STRING QUARTET at Harris Concert Hall, July 19

ARTASPEN, Aspen Ice Garden, Aug. 4 to 7 ART AUCTION AND COMMUNITY PICNIC, Anderson Ranch Arts Center, Aug. 6

VIOLINIST SARAH CHANG at Harris Concert Hall, July 28

PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL, Aspen, Aug. 7 to 14

PIANIST JONATHAN BISS at Harris Concert Hall, Aug. 2, 16 and 17

“POSTERS FOR THE PEOPLE,” WPA POSTER EXHIBIT AND WORKSHOP, Explore Booksellers, Aug. 20

JOURNALIST DAVID LIPSKY at Aspen Summer Words, June 19 to 24 POET ROWAN RICARDO PHILLIPS at Aspen Sumer Words, June 19 to 24 LUCY KALANITHI AND ANN PATCHETT, Aspen Words’ Summer Soiree, Hotel Jerome, June 22

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VIOLINIST MIDORI at Harris Concert Hall, July 13, and with the Aspen Festival Orchestra at the Benedict Music Tent, July 17 PUCCINI’S “LA BOHEME” at the Wheeler Opera House, July 14, 16 and 18

FRED TOMASELLI AND TOM BURCKHARDT LECTURE at Anderson Ranch Arts Center, July 19

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PIANIST YEFIM BRONFMAN with the Aspen Festival Orchestra at Benedict Music Tent, Aug. 14

JUDITH SCOTT

“BOUND AND UNBOUND” at Aspen Art Museum Through July 10

This groundbreaking retrospective of 47 untitled sculptures and drawings by Judith Scott fills the Aspen Art Museum’s secondfloor gallery with objects shrouded in yarn and fiber. Initially shown at the Brooklyn Museum, “Bound and Unbound” marks the first comprehensive retrospective of Scott’s work.

DANCE SOULSKIN DANCE, “A POP CULTURE JOURNEY,” at Aspen District Theatre, June 10 ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET, “LITTLE MORTAL JUMP,” “RE:PLAY,” “THE HEART(S)PACE” at Aspen District Theatre, July 8 and 24

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ENRIQUE MARTINEZ CELAYA AND GEORGE STOLL EXHIBITION at Baldwin Gallery, June 23 to July 24

“THE STORIED HISTORY OF EXPLORE BOOKSELLERS,” Explore Booksellers, July 13

RENEE FLEMING

at the Aspen Music Festival and School

July 3, with the Aspen Festival Orchestra at the Benedict Music Tent July 5, master class at Harris Concert Hall

The incomparable American soprano Renee Fleming has won the National Medal of Arts and a Grammy; she’s wowed at the Metropolitan Opera and the Super Bowl.

And here in Aspen she’ll sing a selection of songs and arias with the Aspen Festival Orchestra in the Benedict Music Tent in what promises to be a high point in the overwhelming eight-week, 400-event schedule of the Aspen Music Festival and School.

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ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET’S “SLEEPLESS”

at the Aspen District Theatre Aug. 16 and 27

The acclaimed contemporary dance company, celebrating its 20th-anniversary season, is taking on master choreographer Jiri Kylian’s “Sleepless” in its final two local performances of the summer. The 2004 piece is paired with two memorable, recently commissioned Aspen Santa Fe works: the moody “Silent Ghost,”

by Alejandro Cerrudo (who danced in the premiere of “Sleepless” at Nederlands Dans Theater), and the lighthearted “Huma Rojo,”

by Caytetano Soto.

MARIA SEMPLE An Aspen hometown girl turned screenwriter turned author of the hilarious and best-selling 2012 novel “Where’d You Go, Bernadette?” — the brilliant Maria Semple will be teaching fiction students at the annual Aspen Summer Words literary retreat. She’ll also be taking part in public panel discussions throughout the week. Based on her funny, incisive talk here in 2014, her public talks shouldn’t be missed.

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at Aspen Summer Words June 19 to 24

STEVIE WONDER

at JAS Labor Day Experience, Snowmass Town Park Sept. 4

A legend of American pop music closes out the Labor Day festival and the summer season with the most anticipated concert of the year as Stevie Wonder (finally!) makes his local debut. It’s Aspen’s hot ticket, and only more so with new-wave stalwarts Duran Duran on the opening bill.

JUAN SIDDI FLAMENCO SANTA FE at Aspen District Theatre, July 21

THOMAS JACK at Belly Up, June 25

L.A. DANCE PROJECT at Aspen District Theatre, Aug. 4

MARCUS MILLER AND BOOKER T at the JAS June Experience, Benedict Music Tent, June 26

PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY at Aspen District Theatre, Aug. 13

STEEL PULSE at Wanderlust, Snowmass Village, June 30

POP MUSIC

SMOKEY ROBINSON at the Benedict Music Tent, July 2

ROYAL SOUTHERN BROTHERHOOD at Snowmass Summer Concert Series, Fanny Hill, June 11 GREGORY PORTER at JAS Café at the Aspen Art Museum, June 23 DIANA ROSS at the JAS June Experience, Benedict Music Tent, June 24

XAVIER RUDD AND SON LITTLE at Wanderlust, Snowmass Village, July 2 THIEVERY CORPORATION at Belly Up, July 3 and 4 LEFTOVER CUTIES at Snowmass Summer Concert Series, Fanny Hill, July 14

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by ERICA ROBBIE DRESSING FOR ASPEN

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In the winter, it’s cold; we wear lots of layers and our skiwear (which is acceptable attire anywhere in Aspen from November till about mid-April).

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PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD Wear anything but stilettos.

While we don’t believe in telling people what they can and cannot wear, this style tip is really intended as a public service announcement.

Aspen’s brick walkways are charming and beautiful; however, stumbling across them in stilettos is anything but.

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You get the idea.

The goods news is, if all else fails, anything goes in Aspen. (And trust us when we say we’ve seen it all.)

That being said, there are a few style guidelines that can help anyone navigate the waters. Or, in this case, the Rockies.

Read on for a few pointers and pro tips from Aspen stylists, retailers and locals.

Shoes may be the single most important element to dressing in Aspen.

Wedges — like this pretty summer pair from Loeffler Randall — are your best option for height. If height’s not a concern, opt for a cute pair of flats, like these fun ballet lace-ups Stiletto heels are not conducive to uneven ground and grassy fields. But suede wedges and thick stacked heels will do the trick.

Stilettos are also a nuisance to wear to any outdoor event on a lawn, field or mountain where the heel of the shoe tends to sink into soft soil.

During last year’s Food & Wine Classic, shoe store T. Lins owner Tara Spung said she acquired five pairs of heels from women whose feet were so uncomfortable that they left the event, purchased a pair of shoes from her store and said they never wanted to see their old pairs again.

But dressing practically doesn’t mean compromising your style.

From metallic flats and strappy sandals to comfy cork wedges and thick stacked heels, the list of shoes that will complement any summer outfit — and also can go from day to night — goes on.

Going from day to night is a biggie here in Aspen, which brings us to our next pro tip.

VERSATILITY IS KEY Aspen is one of those places where you never know where you will end up in a day (or night).

“One minute you’re winetasting at Food & Wine, and all of a sudden that takes you to Cache Cache, and the next thing you know you’re out for the night,” said Denver-based personal stylist Milena Joy, who works with Aspen clients.

Anything goes in Aspen, but you want to be ready for anything.

A stylish romper or day dress will take you from a day at the pool or patio right into dinner, Joy said, noting that wedges are also a must.

In Kristen Strope’s 16 years in Aspen, the stylist said she’s seen many visitors who come to town with misperceptions of what the town is like and, consequently, what to wear.

“They forget that it’s a mountain town with a laid-back, relaxed attitude,” said Strope, who’s also managed and worked as a buyer at several stores in town.

Strope’s Aspen summer picks include white jeans, a great blouse or denim shirt, a piece of statement jewelry and a pair of flats.

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Lace-up gladiator sandals are in this season and add fun to an outfit, she added.

Jeans are always a good go-to and may be worn anywhere in town.

“With the right-fitting jean, the right accessory and the right shoe, you’re good to go,” Strope said. “Being simple and classy with a bit of an edge or a twist is the way to go when you’re in town.”

ACCESSORIZE INTELLIGENTLY Add the right accessory to give any outfit that edge or twist.

Some of Strope’s favorite accessories are from Taylor and Tessier, a local jewelry line started by an Aspen husband-and-wife duo.

Sassy flats like this leopard pair are perfect for strolling the streets of Aspen during the summer.

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THE FOOD & WINE CLASSIC “The kickoff to summer, wear strappy flat sandals as you spend your afternoons in the tasting tents, walking from event to event.” — Denver-based personal stylist Milena Joy, who works with Aspen clients “I’m directing my clients to rompers or jumpsuits this year versus dresses. It’s fresh, comfortable, fun and easy to wear. And always carry around a clutch with a wristlet so your hands are free for eating and drinking!” — Aspen personal stylist Kristen Strope

THE FOURTH OF JULY “Casual tanks and T-shirt dresses — I love the ones from James Perse adorned with unique yet minimalist accessories. Wear a hat to shield your face from the sun.” — Milena Joy

JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS LABOR DAY EXPERIENCE “It’s the end of summer, so the weather is unpredictable. Boots are a must. Wear layers you can take on and off as the weather changes.” — Milena Joy

In true Aspen fashion, nature, color and texture are the inspirations behind the line, which mixes hide and exotic leathers with coral and semiprecious gemstones and crystals to create unique, standout pieces.

Just be careful not to overdo it with any standout or statement pieces. Remember that the idea is to make a statement, not a scene. Strope’s rule of thumb: Put everything on, and then take a few things off.

Belts are another cool (and functional) way to accessorize or even add a little Western flair to any outfit. Aspen cowboy store Kemo Sabe offers a vast selection of handmade belts and buckles, from alligator leather belts to silver belt buckles inspired by old gun-engraving techniques. The store also has an impressive collection of cowboy hats.

Hats are a perfect addition to any summer look, whether it’s a floppy sun hat, Panama hat or sporty baseball cap.

“Hats always add a bit of sass,” Joy said. “And they keep your face shielded from the sun,” which is critical here in the mountains and at high altitude. Last summer, Pitkin County was home to the highest rates of melanoma in Colorado, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Pitkin County also landed in the top 1 percent of U.S. counties with the highest melanoma rates. So lather on the SPF and throw on a hat for sass and added sun protection.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE TOWN FOR THE SEASON Check out the sales racks.

As peak season unwinds, some retailers will mark their inventory as much as 70 percent off. Plus, it’s where some of the biggest offseason fashion treasures can be found, Joy said.

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POCKET PARKS A serene green space is just around the corner

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common lunch spot. Others are even smaller, denoted by a solitary bench alongside the Roaring Fork River or even in the core of town, inviting Aspen’s active residents and visitors alike to sit down and take in the view.

Many receive quite a bit more activity, though.

Koch Lumber Park, not quite hidden and home to the annual Motherlode Volleyball Tournament, is one of Aspen’s more popular neighborhood parks. It is frequently used to host local events such as the recent Tour de Romp, an annual summer tradition. But on any given day, it is home to dog walkers and families.

Set away from any trafficked roads, parents feel more at ease letting their children run around here than at some of the larger parks. Attached to both Ajax and Midland trails, Koch Park’s large grass field also invites hikers and bikers to rest for a bit.

While Koch shines in the professional volleyball spotlight, just a couple

“The neighborhood parks have been a part of our infrastructure since the ’70s.”

— jeff woods, manager of the city’s parks and recreation department

short blocks away lies its more modest neighbor, Willoughby Park, which hosts the Aspen Lift Crew’s weekly informal volleyball tournament. Not only are the courts frequently open, the site has history that’s not overlooked by this crowd.

Relics of Lift 1, the first lift on Aspen Mountain, remain in the park and lead directly up to its modern

Paepcke Park is one of Aspen's larger town parks.

Koch Lumber Park features sand volleyball courts.

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IN A WIDE VALLEY that follows the Roaring Fork River surrounded by breathtaking mountains, with large parks that host famous festivals and many athletic fields, Aspen is home to ample outdoor space. But amid these major natural landscapes and landmarks lie quite a few hidden gems: Aspen’s pocket parks. Scattered along trails, nestled by the river, tucked away in neighborhoods or even in Aspen’s core, these parks are easy to pass by if you’re not looking for them.

Pocket parks are “just quiet places for the most part. I think that’s what the community envisioned,” said Aspen’s Open Space and Natural Resource Manager Austin Weiss.

Pioneer Park, in Aspen’s West End, is a prime example. Just a small fencedin field with a picnic table and a gazebo, this park looks almost incomplete without a contemplative reader.

Connor Park, located right behind City Hall, is a

replacement, the terminal for Lift 1A. Looking up from this small park, following Lift 1 to Lift 1A and all the way up Ajax, it’s hard not to take a contemplative moment to appreciate the beauty of the mountain, its history and its progress.

Progress is a key element of Aspen’s culture that the Parks Department has embraced, as well.

“The neighborhood parks have been a part of our infrastructure since the ’70s,” said Jeff Woods, manager of the city’s Parks and Recreation Department.

But more recently, the city has been renovating old parks and building new ones to serve not only a recreational purpose but also an environmental one: stormwater control.

Snyder Park, barely noticeable except for a small sign on Midland Ave, is one such example. Passing by, you might spot a small pond fed by a trickling creek. But if you take a moment to veer up this less frequented pathway, you’ll discover the park has much to offer. There is a large picnic area whose boundary is defined by the creek. Just above that is a smaller, more intimate space with a beautiful waterfall, and just above that is a children’s playground.

“If I’m babysitting, I’ll bring the kids here. But really it’s my favorite place to read a book,” local resident Paige Taylor said.

Whether looking for a place to play or to read alone, or even just to eat lunch, there is most likely a beautifully maintained space for that purpose nearby.

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GATEWAY TO ADVENTURE

BY JILL BEATHARD SUMMER OPENS UP POSSIBILITIES FOR ASPEN RESIDENTS AND VISITORS ALIKE. Suddenly, a jaunt into the wilderness of Aspen’s backyard is not so difficult, opening up a world of hiking, bike routes and places to get lost.

But one of the most convenient and yet utterly splendid areas is the Independence Pass corridor. This section of Highway 82 is one of Colorado’s scenic byways for a reason, and in the summer it is the portal to countless outdoor adventures.

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“Legend has it that

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prospectors discovered the Independence Gold Lode on July 4, 1879. A tent city sprang up that summer, and by 1880 there were 300 people living in the camp.”

Part of the region once inhabited by the Ute Indians, Independence Pass was first used by miners crossing into the Roaring Fork Valley in the 1870s, according to www. topoftherockiesbyway.org, a website dedicated to this designated scenic route. The first road over Independence Pass was built from 1880 to 1881 by Aspen businessman B. Clark Wheeler. Today, the Top of the Rockies Scenic and Historic Byway includes the stretch of Highway 82 from Aspen to just past Twin Lakes (the Independence Pass corridor) as well as the sections of Highways 91 and 24 that go north through Leadville and on to Interstate 70.

There are countless adventures just steps from your car along the Independence Pass corridor.

The Grottos is a day-use area of picnic tables, restrooms and trails along the Roaring Fork River. Take the shortest route to climb boulders around a magnificent waterfall, or spend a little more time and take the loop to a cave that houses blocks of ice even in the peak of summer.

The ghost town of Independence is another easy walking experience that’s both refreshing and educational. Aspen Historical Society interns lead tours through the

stables, general store and other structures remaining from this historic mining town that once housed a population of 1,500 by 1882, including 40 businesses and three post offices.

“Legend has it that prospectors discovered the Independence Gold Lode on July 4, 1879. A tent city sprang up that summer, and by 1880 there were 300 people living in the camp,” according to the Aspen Historical Society. “Although mining at Independence proved to be short-lived, over $190,000 worth of gold was produced between 1881 and 1882. The next year, production dropped to $2,000. By 1888, only 100 citizens remained in the highmountain town, which in its brief history had been called many names: Independence, Chipeta, Mammoth City, Mount Hope, Farwell, Sparkill and Hunter’s Pass.”

And, of course, there’s the top of the pass. The Independence Pass corridor is the highest paved state highway over the Continental Divide in Colorado, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation, and its summit does not disappoint.

Park and walk out to the observation deck to take in the unspoiled view of the Lake Creek Valley below and out toward Mount Elbert, Colorado’s highest peak at 14,440 feet, and La Plata Peak, the state’s fifth highest.

Then you can continue on to the small town of Twin Lakes, which offers restaurants, campsites, paddleboarding and fishing.

If you’re going all the way to Interstate 70, you’ll pass through Leadville, a historic mining town with a rich heritage. Taking the Highway 24 route toward Minturn, you’ll pass Camp Hale, a training ground for the 10th Mountain Division, a ski division of the U.S. Army during World War II. Going the Highway 91 route, you’ll climb the 11,318-foot Fremont Pass, passing the working Climax molybdenum mine before reaching Copper Mountain and I-70.

The corridor between Aspen and the top of the pass also is a popular cycling route. Mike Maple, a highly involved member of the Aspen Cycling Club, said the road’s location and elevation make it a unique, challenging ride.

“It is the longest, most elevation gain that you can experience, at least in this area,” Maple said. “It’s 4,000 vertical feet from Aspen to the top of the pass, and there’s just not very many opportunities to ride 4,000 vertical feet on a relatively good road. As an added benefit, it’s right here, and the scenery is spectacular.”

It’s 19.4 miles from City Market in Aspen to the top of Independence Pass. Maple said the ride up to the top and back down probably takes about four hours for most recreational riders. It’s approachable for most road cyclists, but they do need to be prepared for the vertical gain and the elevation, he said. And, while traffic is slow-moving, it is still a road, so cyclists need to watch out for cars.

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Photograph of Independence ghost town on Independence Pass, 1933. Looking at the Farwell Stamp Mill split by the road. opposite

The upper section of the Lost Man Trail leads to Independence Pass.

Flowers bloom in the alpine meadows surrounding the headwaters of the Roaring Fork River.

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The sun sets over the summit of Independence Pass. below

Lost Man Lake, as seen from Lost Man Pass, is a beautiful high alpine lake located at 12,482 feet. High alpine wildflowers are vibrant in late summer months. opposite

Jumping into Devil's Punchbowl, off independence Pass.

Recreation in the Independence Pass corridor isn’t isolated to the road.

There are countless trails, dirt roads, campgrounds and waterways to be accessed in this area, too.

Day hikes range from the 0.6-mile jaunt to Weller Lake (also popular for running) to the 8.8-mile Lost Man Trail loop. Park a car at one end and do it as a loop, or just hike the stretch from the upper trailhead for Independence Lake, the source of the Roaring Fork River. You’ll follow the beginnings of the river, spot marmots resting on boulders and, if it’s the right time of season, see countless wildflowers blooming in these high-alpine meadows.

The east side of Independence Pass also is the portal to some of the highest — and most popular to summit — of Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks, including Mount Elbert, Mount Massive and La Plata Peak.

There are at least four designated campgrounds

right off Highway 82 between Aspen and the top of the pass, and more on the other side. There are also watering holes popular for cliff jumping: one in the Lincoln Creek campground and another, known as Devil’s Punchbowl, near the Grottos Day Use Area.

Popular with thrill-seekers especially in the warmer months, cliff jumping does come with a safety risk — Devil’s Punchbowl has taken several lives in recent years.

Equally as popular with adrenaline junkies are the countless climbing pitches of the cliffs, faces and creek beds along this part of the Roaring Fork River.

One of the benefits of the pitches in the Independence Pass area is that they’re largely granite, better for climbing than rocks like

sandstone that exist in other nearby areas, said Aspen resident Ariel Hall.

“Another thing about the pass is that it’s got an equal amount of climbs in the sun versus not in the sun,” Hall said.

There also are pitches for most climbing levels, said Aspenite Jeff Clark.

A lot of climbers do their first rappel on the Edge of Time, a route at the bottom of the corridor. And it’s not rough on the eyes.

“As you get higher and higher, you see more of Independence Pass,” Clark said. “You can really start to see Shimer (Peak), and you can’t really see town but you can see all the peaks along the pass. And then you look down and your car is directly below you.”

While the summer activities are endless, the recreation doesn’t stop when the snow falls. From about early November to Memorial Day every year, a section of the road from just east of Difficult Campground to right before Twin Lakes is closed due to winter conditions.

But outdoor enthusiasts continue to explore the area on cross-country skis, snowshoes, snowmobiles or foot. Turns out this historic thoroughfare is a place to interact with the natural world all year round.

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Popular with thrillseekers in the warmer months, cliff-jumping into Devil's Punchbowl does come with a safety risk.

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MIX IT UP What’s cool to drink on a hot summer’s day in Aspen

by JEANNE MCGOVERN IF A HOT TODDY BY A roaring fire is a hallmark of wintertime imbibing, fruity cocktails served al fresco are a true sign of the summer sipping season.

“If I’m getting a drink outside — a drink that’s such a light shade of pink that it looks like there is sunlight coming right through the glass or one that’s served in a glass that has clearly been in the freezer for a few hours — I’m definitely on the path to being happy,” says Jacob Johnson, bar manager of Justice Snow’s. “Then, even more important than how the drink looks is how it tastes.”

For Johnson, whose cocktail menu is one of the most extensive in town, success on this front lies in using locally sourced spirits and ingredients.

“I’ll go out hiking and look at what plants and flowers are blooming at that moment,” he says. “Or what fruits are at their ripest.”

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Hendrick’s Squeeze FROM THE HOTEL JEROME 2 oz. Hendrick’s Gin 1.25 oz. fresh lemon juice 1.5 oz. simple syrup 5 to 6 mint leaves 2 slices cucumber Garnish with lemon wheel and mint leaf.

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In fact, Aspen’s cadre of cocktail gurus agrees that summer drinks are best when crafted with the freshest ingredients. opposite: Crafted with fresh “Fresh-squeezed citrus juice is a must in ingredients, the any summer cocktail,” says Adam Cohen, Hotel Jerome’s Hendrick’s food and beverage director at the historic Squeeze is a Hotel Jerome, whose signature Hendrick’s summertime Squeeze marries fresh lemon juice with gin favorite. and mint leaves for a refreshing splash of summer (see recipe, 66). “It just adds that mandatory brightness.”

Indeed, blending fresh ingredients with the perfect choice of spirits is key to crafting seasonal favorites.

“Creating the perfect cocktail is all about finding balance between the ingredients,” says Little Nell bar manager Ricardo Leyvas, whose summer drink menu includes such mouthwatering creations as the Elyx Piña Colada (Absolut Elyx vodka, pineapple juice, coconut cream) and the Aspen Cooler (Stranahan’s whiskey, Grand Marnier, lemon juice, Peychauds Bitters, muddled cherries).

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For Johnson, balance is about creating cocktails that are “pleasing to the palate and to the eye.” In summer, this often means crafting cocktails with clear spirits, as opposed to the darker, brown liquors that soothe the soul in winter.

Jimmy’s Bodega owner and master mixologist Jimmy Yeager agrees. “Summer drinks should be lighter, fizzier, fruitier — they should be perfectly balanced in terms of spirit and mixer,” he says, adding that summer’s selection of lighter cocktails are born from a long history of low-alcohol beverages dating back to the use of bitters as a main ingredient.

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Indeed, it seems most local mixologists opposite: Nello Alpine’s embrace summer’s festive yet laid-back vibe first summer serving when crafting their specialty drinks. cocktails at the base of Ajax will include “At the St. Regis Aspen, our trick to a menu of refreshing making a great summer cocktail is to use the cocktails such as the freshest ingredients possible and to take care Green 007. when creating it for a guest,” says Brandon Harris, director of restaurants and bars.

“Cocktails take the time to handcraft; a quality craft cocktail can take between six and eight minutes to prepare. Together, the fresh ingredients and the care put into each drink really come together to create the perfect summer experience.”

And honestly, when it comes right down to it, the perfect summer cocktail really is about the experience.

“To get the most out of a summer cocktail, we also suggest enjoying them outdoors,” Harris says. “The freshness of the Aspen air allows all of the senses to fully appreciate the complexity of the drink, thus creating the perfect summer experience.”

Better yet, “Enjoying a cocktail poolside is an added bonus,” says the Nell’s Leyvas.

Still, Justice Snow’s Johnson circles back to the ingredients and balance: “Everything is a little more laid-back in summer, but we still want to be sure the consistency and quality are perfect. Everything must remain in balance.”

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PATIOS THAT PLEASE The best places to dine outside in Aspen

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in summer for myriad reasons: outstanding outdoor activities, amazing arts offerings and — at the top of the list — an unparalleled dining scene.

“Dining al fresco in Aspen is the quintessential summer experience,” says Julia Theisen, vice president of sales and marketing for the Aspen Chamber Resort Association.

Indeed, Aspen is home to dozens of restaurants and bars — many with outdoor patios that are perfect for summertime dining and imbibing.

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with an elevated view,” Theisen says. “And there are enough culinary options to please any palate and budget while enjoying our

perfect summer climate and refreshing mountain air.”

To help you navigate the outdoor dining scene, we’ve chosen a few favorites. Enjoy!

A leisurely lunch on the Hotel Jerome’s colorful terrace makes for a perfect summer’s afternoon; kids of all ages love s’mores over the Limelight Lounge’s outdoor firepit; the slopeside Ajax Tavern is the perfect place to soak in Aspen’s mountain-town vibe.

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by JEANNE MCGOVERN

HAUTE HOTELS: A TASTE OF THE GOOD LIFE Element 47 & Ajax Tavern: The outside patio of Element 47 and the slopeside deck at Ajax Tavern benefit from the world-class chefs, sommeliers and mixologists employed

by The Little Nell. Enjoy a four-course meal accompanied by a bottle of fine wine or nosh on an appetizer and sip a specialty cocktail and you’ll see what we mean.

The Hotel Jerome: A drink at the historic Hotel Jerome is an Aspen must-do. Now, the experience promises to be even more memorable. “We are so excited to unveil our new loungy atmosphere on the garden terrace,” says food and beverage director Adam Cohen. “We have purchased firepits and cushioned wicker couches and chairs to create conversational seating areas.”

The Limelight: The comfy, casual outdoor spaces — both by the lounge and by the pool — at this locals’ favorite are perfect for après-hike (or

bike or shopping), dinner or late-night s’mores over the outdoor firepit. Plus, the Limelight boasts the longest happy hour in town, making it as affordable as it is enjoyable.

The St. Regis Aspen: Sipping a summertime specialty, such as an espresso martini, in the Fountain Courtyard at this ultra-luxe property is worth the price for a few reasons, but the best part? “It comes with an unobstructed view of Aspen Mountain where guests can

With one of Aspen’s longest happy hours, there’s no better spot than the Limelight Lounge to enjoy après-hike drinks and snacks.

enjoy both the sunrise and the sunset, all while enjoying the full service that the St. Regis Aspen is known for,” says director of restaurants and bars Brandon Harris. “Plus, the courtyard is cozy despite its size — it has the opportunity to be transformed into an intimate space for two, or for the soiree of the season.”

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a collective sigh of relief, as one of the town’s hottest outdoor scenes will surely sizzle through summer.

Grab a cocktail and drink it all in poolside at 39 Degrees while you can.

APRÉS ASPEN: WHERE TO INDULDGE AFTER THE DAY’S ADVENTURE Aspen Art Museum: The rooftop SO Café is unique among Aspen’s patios. The views of Ajax are impressive, the prices are reasonable, the vibe is laid-back — and it’s all situated atop the Museum. Check out an exhibit or two (for free) and then discuss what you saw over a glass of wine. Classy.

Fish Tales: For a land-locked town, Aspen does sushi pretty darn well. And, all three local sushi restaurants — Kenichi, Maru and Matsuhisa — offer outdoor dining in summer.

There’s nothing more relaxing after a long day spent exploring than sharing a sushi roll and cold sake with friends.

summertime dining and drinking like this: “Summer is fun.

I want our patio to be the same — when you look across the tables, you should see a sea of bright colors and smiling faces.” Enough said.

Nello Alpine: This slopeside restaurant joined the scene in winter, but it has serious summertime potential. Sleek seating vignettes, an outdoor bar and chic heat lamps set the scene for what will likely be an upscale Aspen experience.

The Mall: Anchored

by Grey Lady and Justice Snow’s on one end and Escobar on the other, Hyman Avenue is transformed into one giant outdoor patio in summer. Bar hop — with stops at Hops Culture and Zocalito between the end points — for a picture perfect Sunday Funday, Aspen-style.

Jimmy’s Bodega: Jimmy Yeager, proprietor of this popular downtown spot (and its sister restaurant Jimmy’s), sums up his philosophy on

Breakfast, Lunch and firefLies.

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There is nothing more “Aspen” than bubbles enjoyed on an outdoor patio. below:

The patio space at Hops Culture is one of several outdoor dining options on the Hyman Avenue Mall.

opposite page: Situated in the heart of downtown Aspen, the outdoor patio at Jimmy’s Bodega is the place to see and be seen. The Lounge at element 47 promises to up Aspen’s après-ski chic factor.

Restaurant Row: Hopkins Avenue between Mill and Monarch is rightly dubbed “restaurant row.” Seriously, about a dozen locally owned establishments serve up their specialties in just this one block.

Most have outdoor seating, and all are worth a visit.

OFF THE BEATEN PATH: JUST MILES FROM DOWNTOWN BUT A WORLD AWAY Often the best-kept secrets are places off the beaten path.

Aspen is no exception. Our No. 1 pick in this category: Pine Creek Cookhouse. Situated

about 10 miles up Castle Creek Road just past the ghost town of Ashcroft, this stunning log-cabin restaurant has an amazing deck with expansive views of the surrounding Elk Mountain Range and Castle Creek Valley. At lunch, savor the breathtaking views while enjoying a shared butcher and cheese plate accompanied by a crisp glass of white wine from their extensive list. Or, for a truly different experience: Woody Creek Tavern. Located past the “bump, dip and rumble strip” in Woody Creek, the outdoor patio of this iconic Roaring Fork Valley eatery is renowned for its margaritas, Mexican fare and colorful characters.

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EAT, DRINK, LEARN The Cooking School of Aspen offers hands-on, demonstration and tasting classes

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WA N T TO F U E L C R E AT I V I T Y I N THE KITCHEN? LO O K I N G F O R A N A LT E R N AT I V E T O THE DINING SCENE IN ASPEN? HOW ABOUT DINNER AND A SHOW? THE COOKING SCHOOL OF ASPEN IS OPEN A N D R E A DY TO H AV E YO U O V E R FOR A MEAL.

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Housed at 305 E. Hopkins Ave., in the lower level of the same building as Rustique Bistro, the Cooking School of Aspen is bright, shiny, new and in full swing as the summer season takes hold of the valley. With three different types of classes offered — hands on, demonstration and tasting — a multitude of special events and dinners planned and plenty of space to hold private parties, the cooking school has options to suit every taste. And it’s a good bet that no matter what you attend at the school, you are going to leave with an enthusiasm for cooking, a full belly and an idea of just how much dedication and care were involved in creating the Cooking School of Aspen.

“It’s a passion project,” owner Rob Ittner says. “The idea behind it is to create an inspirational space that showcases everybody in the town that wants to be a part of it.”

This passion project took Ittner about 31/2 years to go from concept to reality, but now that it’s fully functioning — it opened March 1 — he is looking forward to showing what the cooking school can bring to the community.

Chef Glenn Smith plates the third course during his Friday Night Improv class at the Cooking School of Aspen. bottom left

Seared flatiron steak with red pepper chimichurri, roasted asparagus and rosemary garlic potatoes from the Friday Night Improv demonstration class at the Cooking School of Aspen. below

Cooking School of Aspen owner Rob Ittner chats with attendees about wine.

“It’s a passion project,” owner Rob Ittner says. “The idea behind it is to create an inspirational space that showcases everybody in the town that wants to be a part of it.”

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FOOD&DRINK “We really need to change the perception of how people dine. This is an experience, and it’s more than just a dining experience,” he says.

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Bosque-braised mushrooms with a poached egg, served with crostini.

A N A LT E R N AT I V E TO HAPPY HOUR Far from just a dinning experience, the Cooking School of Aspen provides attendees of all ages with opportunities to get involved with cooking and food from a variety of perspectives.

Classes are offered almost daily at the school, and often there are multiple classes a day, hosted by either a local chef, a visiting chef or a celebrity chef.

Hands-on classes allow attendees to get in on the action and help create the meal. The classes focus on a type of cuisine like Indian food, a star ingredient like duck or spices, or a culinary idea like bread baking, and they culminate in everyone sitting down to a family-style meal with a glass of wine to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Structured with one chef instructor and capped at 18 people, the classes, depending on the products used, can cost anywhere between $40 and $100 all-inclusive.

Tasting classes are shorter than hands-on classes, an hour to an hour and a half, and are focused on items such as cheese, chocolate or wine. Wine-tasting classes will have themes, such as “unusual whites,” a class where attendees will taste white wines from unusual regions or that are a style most people may not be familiar with.

Along with tasting classes is the perfect alternative to the typical Aspen happy-hour scene. Abby Reilly, assistant to the director for the Cooking School of Aspen, said the school is offering occasional Friday afternoon wine-tasting classes for $35 paired with light food.

“You can go sit at a bar and have a couple of drinks, or you can do something that’s a little bit more informational,” Ittner says.

LIGHTHEARTED LEARNING The third type of class is demonstration, which is similar to a live cooking class or a “chef ’s table experience,” according to Ittner. With anywhere from 10 to 24 people, attendees sit at a bar-style table that wraps around the top-of-the-line chefs kitchen, are provided a front-row experience as the chef prepares a meal of four or more courses and are treated to a sommelier pouring a wine with every course.

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“It’s meant to be very kind of lighthearted in the learning experience; it’s not meant to be a strenuous learning experience,” Ittner says about demonstration classes.

Chef Glenn Smith, a regular local chef at the school who teaches Friday Night Improv (a demonstration class), agrees.

“We are here to have fun, pick up a few tips, get a good idea on how to cook some things and not overcomplicate it,” he says.

Smith injects his classes, which he likes to call dinner and a show, with fun, wit, cooking, some teachable moments and plenty of food, with a menu catered to the season and sometimes even to his mood that day. Taking full advantage of the relationship between Rustique and the cooking school — Ittner is the owner of both — Smith investigates what’s happening in the fridge and the kitchen of the restaurant as he builds a menu for the night’s class.

In addition to a summer filled with tastings and classes, the cooking school also is a go-to for cultural events.

One event held at the school this summer is the JAS Café, an Aspen staple. While the feeling will be similar to the setup of the JAS Café at

The Little Nell, the five shows held at the school (the first set of shows features Poncho Sanchez from July 21 to 23) will include a three-course meal for the first show, and the second show will have a bar menu for patrons to choose from.

“We will be serving food and alcohol from our menu created specially for these evenings,” Reilly says.

Events and classes are constantly being added, so for the most up-to-date information, visit the school’s website at www.cookingschoolofaspen.com.

The Cooking School of Aspen is a unique place in a town filled with unique experiences, and Ittner built it with intentions for both personal and public gain.

“I built this project for a lot of selfish reasons, too. I want to be inspired. I want to work with chefs,” he said.

But no matter what you are looking for this summer, the Cooking School of Aspen has plenty of opportunities to get your hands dirty, expand your culinary mind and satisfy the most eclectic of taste buds.

“I built this project for a lot of selfish reasons, too.

I want to be inspired. I want to work with chefs.”

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FOOD & WINE CLASSIC 2 || LANGHORNE SLIM & THE LAW Doors: 8:30 p.m.; Show starts at 9 p.m.

18+ w/ valid photo ID. $15. bellyupaspen. com/langhorne-slim-the-law 3 – 4 || RAGNAR TRAIL SNOWMASS The Ragnar Trail is a gritty trifecta of scenic trail running loops. ragnartrail. com/locations/snowmass-co 4 – 10 || THE ASPEN SEMINAR ON LEADERSHIP, VALUES AND GOOD SOCIETY Aspen Meadows Resort, Koch Building. www.aspeninstitute. org/events/2016/06/04/aspen-seminarleadership-values-good-society

8:30 p.m. Belly Up. bellyupaspen. com/stephen-ragga-marley 11 || SNOWMASS CRAFT-BEER RENDEZVOUS PRESENTED BY THE COLORADO BREWERS GUILD More than 50 craft breweries on Fanny Hill, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. www.snowmassbeer.com 11 || ASPEN GRAN FONDO Join Lance Armstrong and friends for an epic 50-mile ride starting and finishing in Aspen.

8:30 a.m. www.granfondoaspen.com

7 || ZIGGY MARLEY LIVE $49 general admission or $86 reserved seating. Belly Up. bellyupaspen.com/ziggy-marley-live

13 || ACES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DINNER - PICNIC ON THE PRESERVE Hallam Lake. 5:30 p.m. Tickets at aspennature.org. $20 in advance, $25 at the door, kids under 12 are free. www.aspennature.org/learn/ events/Picnic-on-the-Preserve-2016

10 || STEPHEN "RAGGA" MARLEY $36 general admission or $56 reserved seating. Doors open at

14 || HOLDEN/MAROLT HOEDOWN Live music from the Smuggler Mountain Boys, children’s activities, barbecue, beer, farm

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animals and ranching demonstrations.

Holden/Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum, 4 to 7 p.m. aspenhistory.org

accepted by the eligibility committee.

Registration is $275. www.independence pass.org/class.html

14 || ANDERSON RANCH: 50TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION Colorado Mountain College, 255 Sage Way, Aspen. www.andersonranch.org

18 || HISTORY HIKES: OLD SNOWMASS Old Snowmass, 9 a.m. $10. aspenhistory.org/

15 || OZOMATLI Doors open at 8 p.m. $28 advance general admission, $30 day of show, $40 reserved seating.

Belly Up. bellyupaspen.com/ozomatli

18 || ASPEN ART MUSEUM - BEHIND THE BOOK: DAVID GOLDIN 10 a.m. Aspen Art Museum. Free. www. aspenartmuseum.org/calendar/518behind-the-book-david-goldin

16 & 18 || HERITAGE FIRE AND GRAND COCHON These two events complement the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, June 16-18. cochon555. com/2016-tour/heritage-fire-snowmass 17 – 19 || FOOD & WINE CLASSIC IN ASPEN www.foodandwine.com/classic 18 || CLASS ON THE PASS The tour is open to all sports and special interest cars manufactured before 1973, or any exotic car, or any other vehicle

19 – 24 || ASPEN SUMMER WORDS Recognized as one of the country’s pre-eminent literary festivals. www.aspenwords.org/event-details/ aspen-summer-words-2/ 21 || ACES: JESSICA CATTO LEADERSHIP DIALOGUE WITH JASON MARK RSVP at aspennature. org. Hotel Jerome Ballroom, free admission, 6 p.m. www.aspennature. org/learn/events/JCD-Mark

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27 || THEATRE ASPEN PRESENTS: MAMMA MIA! - OPENING NIGHT Hurst Theatre in Rio Grande Park.

8 p.m. www.theatreaspen.org

JUNE 23 – JULY 2 || ASPEN INSTITUTE: ASPEN IDEAS FESTIVAL Deep and inquisitive discussion of the ideas and issues that shape our lives and challenge our times. Aspen Meadows Campus. www.aspenideas.org

30 || BRIA SKONBERG Downstairs @ The Little Nell. 7 and 9:15 p.m. $40. www.jazzaspensnowmass. org/artist.html?artist=226

25 || THE PRESTIGE IMPORTS SNOWMASS LOOP MOUNTAIN BIKE FONDO Intermediate and advanced riders will love this fast and diverse course. Base Village Lawn, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. snowmassloopmtbfondo.com 25 || THOMAS JACK $45 advance /$48 day of show/$65 reserved seating.

10 p.m. bellyupaspen.com/thomas-jack

ONGOING JUNE 8 – AUG. 17 SNOWMASS RODEO Celebrating its 43rd season, the Snowmass Rodeo is the longest running rodeo in Colorado. Every Wednesday night, BBQ begins at 5 p.m.; Rodeo begins at 7 p.m. www.snowmassrodeo.org JUNE 11 – AUG 11 SUMMER OF FREE MUSIC IN SNOWMASS June 11 | Royal Southern Brotherhood, 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

June 23 | Taj Mahal Trio, 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

June 30 | Steel Pulse, Prince Ea and DJ Drez, 5:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

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24 – 26 || JAS ASPEN SNOWMASS JUNE EXPERIENCE Diana Ross, Sheryl Crow, Marcus Miller, Booker T. presents Stax Revue, Smokey Robinson, Gregory Porter and Bria Skonberg. For dates and locations, visit www.jazzaspensnowmass. org/june-experience.html

JUNE 30 - JULY 3 || WANDERLUST ASPEN SNOWMASS Yoga, music, hikes and more. More information at wanderlust.com/ festivals/aspen-snowmass

JULY 1 || ACES RAPTOR FAIR Hallam Lake. 3 to 5:30 p.m. All ages.

Free. www.aspennature.org/ learn/events/Raptor-Fair-2016 2 – 10 || ASPEN ANTIQUES, JEWELRY AND FINE ARTS FAIR Aspen Ice Garden.

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.aspenartfairs.com 2 || SMOKEY ROBINSON Benedict Music Tent. 8:30 p.m. $375, $90 and $60. www.aspenmusicfestival.com

July 1 | Karsh Kale & The Wanderlust Tribe and Magic Giant, 6 p.m., Fanny Hill.

July 2 | Xavier Rudd, Son Little and Elijah Ray, 6 p.m., Fanny Hill.

July 14 | Leftover Cuties 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

July 16 | Deaf Camp Benefit featuring Pimps of Joytime, Jes Grew, and special guests, 1 p.m., Base Village.

July 22 | Jamestown Revival 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

July 28 | Chali 2na 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

August 6 | Tartan Terrors 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

August 11 | The Samples, 6:30 p.m., Fanny Hill.

June 25, July 22, July 23, August 13 ACES FARM TO TABLE DINNER $99/$89 members. www.aspennature. org/learn/events/F2T-1-2016

JUNE 30 – AUG. 25 ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL More than 300 classical music events throughout summer. www. aspenmusicfestival.com

ONGOING IN JULY THEATRE ASPEN PRESENTS “DEAR EDWINA” Hurst Theatre in Rio Grande Park. www.theatreaspen.org COURTESY PHOTOS

23 || JAS CAFE - GREGORY PORTER Aspen Art Museum, 7 and 9:15 p.m. $55. www.jazzaspensnowmass. org/artist.html?artist=281

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4 || OLD-FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION www.aspenchamber.org/events/acraannual-events/old-fashioned-4th-july 4 || BOOGIE’S BUDDY RACE Rio Grande Park. 8 a.m. A 5-mile race and a 1-mile family and canine run/walk. $50 for runners. www.buddyprogram. org/events/annual-buddy-5-mile-race 6 || WINE WOMEN AND SHOES Base of Silver Queen Gondola. 1 to 4 p.m. A benefit for the Shining Stars Foundation. $250. www.shiningstarsfoundation. org/wine-women-and-shoes

$55. www.jazzaspensnowmass. org/artist.html?artist=288 8 || ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET PROGRAM Aspen District Theatre.

8 p.m. $25 to $94. www.aspen santafeballet.com 9 || THE MBS SUMMER CRUSH AT SNOWMASS PRESENTED BY MBS CROSSFIT A single day competition of CrossFit-style workouts. Four-person teams with divisions ranging from beginner to experienced CrossFit athletes. www.mbssummercrush. com/#mbs-crossfit-summer-crush 12 || ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET PROGRAM Aspen District Theatre.

8 p.m. $25 to $94. www.aspensantafeballet.com

7 || THE BASH FOR THE BUDDIES Merry-Go Ranch on McLain Flats. 6 p.m.

A benefit for the Buddy Program. $350, $750 or $1,000. www.buddyprogram. org/events/bash-buddies-2

16 || DEAF CAMP BENEFIT Free, though donations are encouraged to benefit the Aspen Camp of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Begins at noon and last into the evening. www.gosnowmass. com/event/deaf-camp-benefit

8 & 9 || JAS CAFE: MONTY ALEXANDER, JEFF HAMILTON AND JOHN CLAYTON Aspen Art Museum. 7 and 9:15 p.m.

16 | ASPEN VALLEY MARATHON 6 a.m. Half marathon and 5-kilometer run also available. www.aspen valleymarathon.com/information

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17 – 22 || 50TH ANNIVERSARY ANDERSON RANCH www.andersonranch.org/event/50thanniversary-celebration-week 18 – 22 || RESNICK ASPEN ACTION FORUM Annual gathering on the theme “Leading Toward Justice.” www.aspen institute.org/events/2016/07/18/ resnick-aspen-action-forum 20 & 21 || DJANGO FESTIVAL ALLSTARS Downstairs @ The Little Nell.

7 and 9:15 p.m. Gypsy jazz guitar and violin. $40. www.jazzaspensnowmass. org/artist.html?artist=238 21 || ANDERSON RANCH ARTS CENTER 20TH ANNUAL RECOGNITION DINNER 6 to 10 p.m. www.andersonranch.org 21 || JUAN SIDDI FLAMENCO Aspen District Theatre. 8 p.m. $25 to $94. www.aspensantafeballet.com 23 & 24 || ASPEN ARTS FESTIVAL Downtown Aspen. Free. www. aspenchamber.org/events/acraannual-events/aspen-arts-festival

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3 – 4 || THIEVERY CORPORATION Belly Up. 9 p.m. General admission $95 in advance and $100 day of show; reserved seating $250. www.belly upaspen.com/thievery-corporation-2

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29 || JAS CAFE: MICHEL CAMILO Aspen Art Museum. 7 and 9:15 p.m. $45. www.jazzaspensnowmass. org/artist.html?artist=289 29 || RYAN BINGHAM Belly Up. 9:30 p.m. 38 general admission; $70 reserved seating. www.belly upaspen.com/ryan-bingham

27 || “WATER IN THE AGE OF SILVER” Holden/Marolt Mining and Ranching Museum. 5:30 p.m. aspenhistory.org

30 || MUSHROOM FAIR Hallam Lake.

1 to 4 p.m. Free. www.aspennature.org/ learn/events/Mushroom-Fair-2016

27 || “JOHN DENVER BASH” WITH LES DAMES D’ASPEN Hotel Jerome.

6:30 p.m. www.lesdamesdaspen.com

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27 – 30 || ASPEN SECURITY FORUM Aspen Institute Doerr-Hosier Center. www.aspensecurityforum.org 28 || COLORADO MUSHROOMS LECTURE Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake. $5; members free. www.

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1 || CHRIS ISAAK: “FIRST COMES THE NIGHT” TOUR Belly Up. 9:30 p.m. $85 in advance or $95 day of show; reserved seating $285. bellyupaspen.com/ chris-isaak-first-comes-the-night-tour 1-2 || CHALLENGE ASPEN’S VINCE GILL & AMY GRANT GALA & GOLF CLASSIC Proceeds benefit Challenge

Aspen. challengeaspen.org/vince-gillamy-grant-gala-and-golf-classic-2016 4 || L.A. DANCE PROJECT Aspen District Theatre. 8 p.m. An artist collective founded in 2012 by choreographer

and dancer Benjamin Millepied. $25 to $94. www.aspensantafeballet.com 4 – 7 || ARTASPEN Aspen Ice Garden. www.art-aspen.com

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27 – 31 || ENDURO WORLD SERIES The Enduro World Series (EWS) links the largest mountain bike enduro events in the world with the best trails possible. Snowmass Mountain. www.enduroworldseries. com/events/aspen-snowmass

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23 || BOZ SCAGGS Belly Up. 9:30 p.m. $95 general admission. bellyupaspen.com/boz-scaggs.

6 || ANNUAL ART AUCTION Anderson Ranch Arts Center. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.andersonranch.org 6 || POWER OF FOUR MOUNTAINBIKE RACE A 33-mile point-to-point race combining single- and doubletrack trails across the four ski areas of Aspen. www.aspensnowmass.com 7 || AUDI POWER OF FOUR TRAIL RUN A 50K ultra trail-running race. www.aspensnowmass.com 7 – 14 || RED BRICK PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL www.aspenart. org/artists/plein-air-festival 9 || JESSICA CATTO LEADERSHIP DIALOGUE: MICHAEL CURTIN Paepcke Auditorium. 6 p.m. RSVP required.

11 || KEB’ MO’ Belly Up. 9 p.m. $55 in advance or $60 day of show; reserved seating $95. bellyupaspen.com/keb-mo

12 – 13 || RAGNAR RELAY COLORADO Ragnar Relay Colorado is the overnight running relay race that makes testing your limits a team sport. www.runragnar.com/ event-detail/relay/colorado 13 || ASPEN BACKCOUNTRY MARATHON www.aspenback countrymarathon.com 13 || PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANYAspen District Theatre.

8 p.m. $25 to $94. www.aspensantafeballet.com 13 || JAS CAFE: CURTIS STIGERS WITH THE H2 BIG BAND Aspen Art Museum. 7 and 9:15 p.m. $55.

14 || THEATRE ASPEN APPRENTICE SHOWCASE Hurst Theatre in Rio Grande Park. 7 p.m. $30. www.theatreaspen.org 16 || ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET: PROGRAM B Aspen District Theatre.

8 p.m. $25 to $94. www.aspensantafeballet.com

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19 – 21 || ZOPPÉ ITALIAN FAMILY CIRCUS Starring Nino the Clown, the circus is propelled by a central story that feature acrobatic feats, equestrian showmanship, canine capers, clowning and plenty of audience participation. www.zoppecolorado.com

19 || JAS CAFE: MARACA AND HIS LATIN ALLSTARS Aspen Art Museum. 7 and 9:15 p.m. $45.

19 – 21 || SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: “AS YOU LIKE IT” Galena Plaza. 5:30 p.m. Free. hudsonreedensemble.org 20 || CHALK IT UP! Create one of a kind sidewalk art masterpieces and compete for cash prizes. Base Village and the Snowmass Mall, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. www.gosnowmass.com/event/chalk 20 – 26 || “THE ASPEN SEMINAR ON LEADERSHIP, VALUES AND GOOD SOCIETY” Aspen Meadows Resort, Koch Building. aspeninstitute.org

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20 || JAS CAFE: CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE AND EDGAR MEYER Aspen Art Museum. 7 and 9:15 p.m. $55.

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19 || THEATRE ASPEN PRESENTS “BUYER AND CELLAR” Hurst Theatre in Rio Grande Park. www.theatreaspen.org

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26 – 28 || SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: “AS YOU LIKE IT” Galena Plaza.

5:30 p.m. Free. hudsonreedensemble.org 27 || ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET: PROGRAM B Aspen District Theatre.

8 p.m. $25 to $94. www.aspensantafeballet.com 28 || RED BULL RISE A 12-hour endurance running event on Aspen Mountain. aspensnowmass.com

The Killers, Thievery Corporation, Stevie Wonder and Duran Duran. www.jazzaspensnowmass.org 2 – 4 || SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: “AS YOU LIKE IT” Galena Plaza. 5:30 p.m. Free. hudsonreedensemble.org 9 – 10 || SPORTS SUMMIT Aspen Club. Presentations on health, fitness, the medical industry and sports training. www.aspenclub. com/aspenclubsportssummit.html 10 – 11 || TOUGH MUDDER COLORADO This team oriented 10-12 mile obstacle course is designed to test physical strength and mental grit. toughmudder. com/events/2016-colorado-0

31 – SEPT. 5 || MOTHER LODE VOLLEYBALL CLASSIC www.motherlodevolleyball.com.

16 – 18 || SNOWMASS BALLOON FESTIVAL

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15 – 17 || THE FINEST AUTOMOBILE AUCTION SEPT 17 FERRARI SHOWCASE The 41st Annual Snowmass Balloon Festival is coupled with a theatrical Night Glow, the Snowmass

16 – 17 || SNOWMASS WINE FESTIVAL

2 – 4 || JAS LABOR DAY EXPERIENCE Snowmass Town Park. Musical performances by Train, Andy Grammer,

Wine Festival, a Ferrari showcase and The Finest Automobile Auction at Aspen Snowmass. This event has made people fall in love with Snowmass. Affectionately known as “Balloon, Wine and Cars” this weekend is the perfect close to the summer in Snowmass. www.gosnowmass.com/ event/snowmass-balloon-festival

21 – 25 || ASPEN FILMFEST www.aspenfilm.org 15 – 18 || ASPEN RUGGERFEST The world's only all-age, full-contact rugby tournament. aspen-ruggerfest.com 24 || GOLDEN LEAF HALF MARATHON A race from Snowmass to Aspen. www.goldenleafhalfmarathon.com

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24 – 28 || MOUNTAINSUMMIT: MOUNTAINFILM IN ASPEN FESTIVAL Wheeler Opera House. Documentary film festival. www.wheeleropera house.com/events/mountainsummitmountainfilm-in-aspen.

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HICKORY HOUSE RIBS THIS IS OUR STORY AND WE’RE STICKIN’ TO IT!

Our restaurants are family-owned and operated.

We are here every day, looking after our food, our staff and our guests, making sure everything is the way it should be.

Since 1988, we have worked at crafting our baby back ribs, barbecue sauces and other recipes. In that time, we’ve won dozens of national and international rib cook-off-competition awards.

Several years ago, we introduced our fare to the Hickory House Restaurants in Aspen and Parker, where we have achieved success beyond our dreams.

We serve the most affordable breakfast, lunch and dinner in town. Dine in, take out, we deliver, and we cater. We also ship our award-winning sauces all over the country. In addition to our award-winning ribs, our menu offers chicken dinners, smoked meats, huge salads, sandwiches and out-of-this-world side dishes.

While we are well-known nationally for our ribs and sauce, we serve up a mean, affordable breakfast, as well. From giant pancakes, traditional egg dishes and biscuits and gravy to granola and fruit, we have something for everyone.

LOCATION 730 W. Main St. Aspen 970-925-2313 HOURS Breakfast & Lunch 8am-2:30pm Dinner 7 days a week, 5-9pm PRICE RANGE Lunch $6-$15 Dinner $10-$25 hickoryhouseribs.com Find us on Facebook @HickoryHouseAspen

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We have a full bar with 10 seats and a TV and three more high-definition TV’s in the dining rooms for sports. Best kids menu in town, reasonably priced and hearty, from mac and cheese to a kids portion of baby back ribs served with french fries and apple sauce. Fabulous milkshakes, banana cream pie, icecream sundaes and more for both adults and little people alike. Family-friendly, down-home, great food!

If you don’t believe us, just ask Madeline Albright or Oprah Winfrey. Oprah raved about our ribs on her show.

In combination, the offerings on our menus have proven to be the “best in Colorado.” We hope you agree, and we thank you for your support.

BEST SPECIALS in Aspen BREAKFAST Baby Back Ribs & Eggs...................................... $1399 Huevos Ranchos & Hash Browns......................... $1149 Breakfast Burrito & Hash Browns........................ $1099 French Toast w/cinnamon raisin bread.................. $899 Biscuits & Gravy................................................... $499 LUNCH MONDAY - Open Faced Smoked Turkey.............. $1149 TUESDAY - Rib-Eye Steak Sandwich.................. $1149 WEDNESDAY - Top Sirloin 8oz........................... $1249 TUES & THURS - Baby Back Ribs Full Rack........ $1349 FRIDAY - Fish & Chips....................................... $1099 DINNER Baby Back Ribs - 1 FULL RACK................................ $2099 Baby Back Ribs - 1-1/2 RACKS................................ $2699 Baby Back Ribs - 2 FULL RACKS............................... $3299 Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast Two Boneless, Skinless Breasts.......................... $1699 BBQ Chicken - 1/2 CHICKEN..................................................$1499 Hickory Smoked Pork Shoulder........................... $1499 Hickory Smoked Beef Brisket.............................. $1699 ALL ABOVE SERVED WITH POTATO, BAKED BEANS, COLESLAW & GARLIC TOAST

Chargrilled Rib-Eye Steak 14OZ. WESTERN BEEF TOP-CHOICE USDA AGED..................... $2499 SERVED WITH GARDEN OR CAESAR SALAD, POTATO & GARLIC TOAST

KIDS MENU Hamburger.......................................................... $529 Mac & Cheese..................................................... $698 Chicken Fingers................................................... $679 Baby Back Ribs.................................................... $989 Best Ribs in Colorado!

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HOUSE MADE MEDITERRANEAN WHITE BEAN “BURGER” lemon artichoke spread, tomato & lettuce APPLE SMOKED BACON & CHEDDAR BURGER MARINATED GRILLED FLAT IRON STEAK grilled onions, mushrooms, blistered kale & black pepper, jus & mashers PAN SEARED ATLANTIC SALMON white bean & roasted tomato ragout, brussel sprouts & grilled lemon THE PRO SHOOT PIZZA shaved prosciutto, arugula, balsamic drizzle, olive oil & shaved parmesan STEEP & DEEP PIZZA EVERYTHING! Yes, truly loaded. 18” only

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RED ONION SAMPLE MENU GRILLED STEAK TACOS tomato salsa, cipotle aioli $12.50 BUFFALO CHILI sour cream & cheddar cheese, flour tortilla, cup or bowl $5/$7 THAI SHRIMP SALAD poached shrimp, veggies, sweet chili dressing $13.50 PANKO CRUSTED SCHNITZEL lemon caper sauce $23 GRILLED ROCKY MOUNTAIN RED TROUT green chili cheddar grits, roasted pepper aioli $23 ELK BOLOGNAISE PAPPARDELLE roasted tomatoes, Colorado goat cheese $22 COLORADO BUFFALO HALF POUND BURGER on a kaiser roll $17 TEQUILA-LIME CHICKEN BREAST SANDWICH mixed greens, cilantro lime aioli, on a kaiser roll $13.50

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in 1892 and has been a traditional gathering place for food and drink since Aspen’s mining days. Today we maintain the classic “Old Colorado” ambience while serving excellent food and drink options for the entire family.

Diners will find a delicious menu that is designed to offer something for everyone — lunch and dinner. The Red Onion also boasts having the most square footage of televisions in Aspen! Be sure to check out our lively bar scene during games and key televised events, where you will find food and drink specials to complement our many brews on tap and famous selection of hard-tofind whiskeys. Happy Hour runs daily from 3 to 6 p.m

LOCATION 420 E. Cooper Ave. Aspen 970-925-9955 HOURS Opens 11am Daily Happy Hour 3pm-6pm & 10pm-midnight PRICE RANGE Lunch $10-$20 Dinner $15-$25 Lunch and Big Plates are both available all day, every day -

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A SAMPLING FROM OUR MENU RICARD IS OPEN FOR THE SUMMER SEASON!

BAKED CRAWFISH MAC N’ CHEESE

SMOKED BRISKET SANDWICH

cavatappi pasta | jalapeno cheese sauce parmesan crust

brie | arugula | pepper jelly | soft baguette

GULF SHRIMP REMOULADE

pit ham | gruyere | sourdough | parmesan crust creole mustard béchamel | sunny side up farm egg

5 poached shrimp | white remoulade

SUMMER PEACH AND ARUGULA SALAD

Ricard by Viceroy is a Southern Table restaurant with inspired cuisine at a fair price. Gather with friends on the sun drenched patio, lounge or cozy dining room Thursday - Monday Dinner from 4 PM Weekend Brunch from 10 AM Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

spiced pecans | chevre | Steen’s cane syrup vinaigrette

MOUNTAIN PRIMAL 12oz RIBEYE

CROQUE MADAME

CRAB AND AVOCADO BENEDICT lump blue crab | house made english muffin summer greens | hollandaise

local grass fed beef | roasted potatoes & mushrooms | asparagus | chimichurri butter

JALAPENO CHEDDAR BISCUITS

CHICKEN AND WAFFLES

STEEN’S CANE SYRUP CRÈME BRULEE

1/2 chicken | aged cheddar waffle green beans | pepper jelly

krakle crust | sweet cream

with salted butter

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Ricard Snowmass Base Village 110 Carriage Way 970-429-4163 ricardsnowmass.com

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THRILLING RIDE Rafters get wet while navigating through chilly rapids on the Roaring Fork River.

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FurthRealtyGroup.com 540 FOX RUN DR

800 SNOWMASS CREEK RD

Offered at $3,495,000

Offered at $1,395,000

Elegant mountain estate with new Thurston kitchen, extensive landscaping. One-story living with lofty ceilings, climate-controlled wine room. Expansive Mount Sopris views on two acres.

Generous Snowmass Creek home on 5 acres. Five bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, 4358 sq. ft. with Elk Range views. Separate outbuilding with 2-car garage, workshop and 2nd story.

1395 SNOWBUNNY LN

748 S GALENA ST, 2-D

1390 SNOWBUNNY LN

Offered at $4,495,000

Offered at $3,950,000

Offered at $4,350,000

Walk to everything from this rare 4 bedroom / 4.5 bath townhome at the newly-remodeled Durant Condominiums. Ski-in/ski-out to Silver Queen Gondola.

Classic Stone and Timber Duplex, 5 bedrooms / 5.5 baths, 4336 sq. ft.

Fully furnished. Beautifully maintained by single owner.

Spacious West Aspen duplex with outstanding mountain views.

Five elegant bedrooms with en suite baths, steam showers + 2 powder rooms. Minutes from downtown Aspen.

Dan Furth • 970.948.2332 • aspendan@sopris.net

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The best parcel available in Aspen – period.

The best Red Mountain has to offer with unspoiled views, unprecedented privacy, and undeniable exclusivity.

This once in a lifetime offering is available now for $25,000,000

Garrett Reuss 970.379.3458 Garrett.Reuss @ sir.com GarrettReuss.com

Craig Morris 970.379.9795 Craig.Morris @ sir.com CraigMorris.com

• Develop up to 19,750 sq ft of buildable space – 15,000 sq ft above grade with an additional 4,000 sq ft below grade plus a 750 sq ft garage • Vested development rights until September 2021 • Pristine 6.25 acres, most of which are usable • Imagine having your own ‘Ranch’ with this close proximity to downtown Aspen • Extensive water frontage directly on Hunter Creek • Historic Salvation Ditch Water rights included • Walk to downtown Aspen • Direct private access to the Hunter Creek Trail • 360 degree views including Aspen Mountain, Independence Pass, Buttermilk and Mt. Sopris • Domestic water supplied via City of Aspen • Among the most sought-after parcels in the WORLD