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Scottish-Irish Fun Jousting competitions, Highland games, musical acts, dance performances, Scottish Capall Dirt Boarding, Ninja Warrior course, Scottish & Irish food, drink and more at 42nd annual festival this weekend.

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Utility Boxes Being Transformed By Local Artists We're excited to tell you about more plain ol' utility boxes that are being transformed into mesmerizing scenes by local artists! As part of the Parks Advisory Board's and the Town's Light and Power Division's Decorating Utility Boxes Program, five local artists were chosen by the board to paint seven of the Town's utility boxes in 2018.

Four are complete and the rest should be complete early this fall.

The locations and artists for the 2018 program are: Performance Park near climbing area (1 box) - Dawn Normali Post Office Lot - Island near Rockwell (2 boxes) - Deedee Hampton Post Office Lot - Along Riverwalk (1 box) - Haley White-Ballowe Ed's Cantina on Riverwalk (1 box) - Sarah Boyd Kirk's Flyshop on Riverwalk (2 boxes) - Laura Davis Learn more about the Art in Public Places Program and the Parks Advisory Board at www.estes.org/parksadvisoryboard. Be sure to thank our artists when you see them!

Paintings from two boxes at the post office parking lot on the island near Rockwell Street, painted by DeeDee Hampton.

Near Ed's Cantina on the Riverwalk, painted by Sarah Boyd.

Post Office lot on the Riverwalk by Haley White-Ballowe.

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Work Begins On Colorado Highway 7 In Estes Park Intersections get improved accessibility features for persons with disabilities Starting this week, preliminary concrete work begins in-town on Colorado Highway 7. Travelers will see little to no impacts until intersection reconstruction starts Sept. 10.

Approximately 11 intersections from Lexington Lane to where U.S. Highways 34 and 36 meet will see drainage improvements and accessibility upgrades for people with disabilities in compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).

Prime contractor, Flatiron Constructors, and the Colorado Department of Transportation will re-build the intersections to include improved signalization and curb ramps. Existing sidewalks also will tie-in to the new curb ramps at numerous locations and. Travelers can expect one-lane and shoulder closures while work commences.

In-town construction will last through the fall with a winter break and will resume in the spring. As it pertains to this project, there will be no work in this area between Memorial Day and Labor Day, 2019.

Project Schedule Normal working hours will be from 7

a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 7 a.m. to noon on Fridays.

In special cases, these hours may be extended. No weekend work is anticipated.

The entire project is expected to be complete in late 2019, with some winter break.

Project Details Cost: $13,000,000 Permanent flood repairs Two-inch mill and overlay Road widening to accommodate bike lanes Culvert repairs and replacement Curb ramps Travel Impacts Along CO 7 Single lane closure with up to 15minute delays Shoulder closures Sidewalk detours Stay Informed On This Project: The public is encouraged to sign up for notifications to stay informed. Subscribe to updates by contacting the project hotline phone number at 970-903-9785 or email CO7EstesPark@gmail.com.

Additional information on CO 7 can be obtained by visiting the project website: www.codot.gov/projects/co-7-roadbike-lane-ada-improvements-in-estespark

Community Members Invited To Trustee Talk The Estes Park Town Board of Trustees invites community members to join Trustees Marie Cenac and Ken Zornes for a Trustee Talk Thursday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at Estes Park Town Hall, Rooms 202/203, 170 MacGregor Ave. This is an opportunity for community members to discuss local issues with members of the board in an informal setting.

Marie Cenac

Ken Zornes

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Progress Being Made On Two Fires Burning In RMNP

Dr. Grant Spencer, DC Dr. Jill Spencer, DC

Closures Lifted Weekend efforts from fire crews and air operations have resulted in good progress on the two fires burning in Rocky Mountain National Park. It is believed that both fires started on Thursday, August 30, when a storm with lightning activity moved through the park. Fire managers made the decision to suppress both fires due to heavy dry fuel loads in the areas and the potential for extreme fire growth.

Additionally, at the time of ignition, the country’s fire programs were in National Planning Level 5 which means that the nation’s fire resources are stretched thin and may not be available should the fires grow.

At the time of publication, the latest news was the Forest Canyon Fire was six acres and 80 percent contained. It is burning below Trail Ridge Road between Rock Cut and Forest Canyon Overlook. This area of Forest Canyon has not burned in the last 800 years. Over the weekend, fire crews were assisted by a Type 1 Chinook helicopter which dropped water on the

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lower section of the fire bordering Forest Canyon.

The Mirror Fire is located in the remote northern section of the park and is considered controlled. This fire is approximately one tenth of an acre. Ground crews assisted by helicopter water drops were successful in their efforts and were pulled from the fire this afternoon. Fire crews are actively monitoring the fire through aerial surveillance and weather monitoring Trail and backcountry campsite closures have been lifted from the Mirror Lake area and Upper Beaver Meadows Road has reopened. Trail Ridge Road remains open, though smoke might be visible due to the Forest Canyon Fire.

Rocky Mountain National Park fire crews were assisted by a number of cooperating agencies on these fires: Boulder City Fire, Boulder County Fire, Estes Valley Fire Protection District, Grand Lake Fire Protection District, Mesa Verde National Park and the U. S. Forest Service.

EVFPD firefighters gen- (EVFPD) responded to 19 calls for serverally respond to medical ice. This included: calls in their personal vehi• Motor vehicle crashes: 6 cles, allowing for a faster response. On • Emergency medical (assist EPMC): 2 other incidents, firefighters respond to a • Smoke/odor investigation: 5 fire station to respond in department • Alarms: 1 apparatus with specialized equipment. • Fire: 3 During the week of August 26, the • Search & Rescue: 2 Estes Valley Fire Protection District

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Street Closures In Effect For September 8 Scottish-Irish Festival Parade Shuttle routes adjusted The annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival Parade will travel through downtown Estes Park beginning at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 8. On-street parking spaces on Elkhorn Avenue will be closed around midnight the night before the parade. At 8:30 a.m., the Estes Park Police Department will close the parade route along Elkhorn Avenue from Spruce Drive west to U.S. 34/Wonderview Avenue. At 8:50 a.m. the remainder of Elkhorn Avenue will be closed east to the U.S. 34/U.S. 36 intersection. The U.S. 34/U.S. 36 intersection will close at 9:30 a.m. Portions of Elkhorn Avenue and U.S. 34/U.S. 36 will reopen to vehicles after the parade passes and pedestrians are clear of the roadway. The parade will continue east through the U.S. 36/U.S. 34 intersection, ending in the Estes Park Visitor Center north parking lot.

Side streets along the parade route remain open during the parade, but access to the parade route will be prohibited until the parade passes and pedestrians are clear of the roadway. Motorists will not be able to leave parking lots along the parade route until the parade has passed and pedestrians are clear. To avoid the parade route and bypass the downtown area, motorists may use alter-

nate routes including the Moccasin bypass, Graves Avenue, Community Drive, Manford Avenue, U.S. 36 to Mall Road, U.S. 34 and Wonderview Avenue. Westbound traffic on U.S. 34 will be diverted onto Steamer Drive to Steamer Parkway and then onto Wonderview Avenue. All eastbound traffic on Wonderview Avenue will be diverted to Steamer Parkway, then to Steamer Drive and onto U.S. 34.

The Estes Park Free Shuttles will experience some service delays due to the parade Sept. 8 beginning at 9 a.m. until the completion of the parade. The shuttles are expected to resume the normal schedule by noon. The following stops will be out of service during the parade: Brown Route #1 (Estes Park Visitor Center) and #17 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bond Park (West side) as well as all stops on the Gold Route. Heavy traffic could delay the shuttles. Please visit www.estes.org/shuttles for information related to the Estes Park Free Shuttles.

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Get To Know The Candidates And Where They Stand The League of Women Voters will be hosting two events for the public to meet some of the candidates running for public office in the upcoming November Election. We will be organizing the meetings as “Candi-dating” events, similar to speed dating, where each of the candidates will have one-on-one time with a small group of citizens answering their questions and then after 15-20 minutes will move to another group of citizens doing the same until all of the groups of citizens have an opportunity to meet with each candidate. We will also provide each candidate a brief time to speak to the entire group at the beginning and end of the event.

On September 12, the following candidates will be in attendance: Conor Duffy - State House Candidate

Rob Woodward - State Senate Candidate Angela Myers - Larimer County Clerk & Recorder Candidate Dan Sapienza - Larimer County Clerk & Recorder Candidate On September 18, the following candidates will be in attendance: Rebecca Cranston - State Senate Candidate Perry L. Buck - State House Candidate John Kefalas - Larimer County Commissioner Candidate Sean Dougherty - Larimer County Commissioner Candidate Please join the candidates on September 12 & 18 at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies at 6:30 p.m. for an informative public event.

Ready, Set..Vote!

By: Bonnie Seals

can pick up a ballot before the mail date Even the most news-avoiding among us (ballots are expected to be mailed during the week of October 15) from the has probably heard there is a mid-term election in a couple of months (Novem- County Clerk’s office. Contact the ber 6 to be exact). The State of Colorado Larimer County clerk for more information. Check Larimer.org/clerk. makes it very easy to vote, mailing you Get Set – One reason many peoa ballot right to your home. Beple don’t vote is because they cause of this, Colorado had the don’t know who or what to vote 3rd highest voter turnout in the for. The League is here to help! last mid-term election in 2014.

We will be hosting many educaEven so, over 45% of Coltional events in the next few oradoans did not vote! The weeks to help you decide. Known League of Women Voters urges you to dates are: September 12 and 18 for 2 vote. But we understand that exercising “candi-dating” events. These are meetyour right to vote isn’t just a matter of sitting at the kitchen table and filling out and-greet events for State and County elections that operate similar to “speedyour ballot. Voting requires effort. Here dating”. Also, on October 4 we will prois a primer on what you need to do to vide information on the many initiatives participate in your democracy. on the ballot at the State and County Get Ready – If you have moved, the level. On October 18 we will host a canPost Office will not forward your ballot didate forum for those running for the to you, because all ballots are local. If open U.S. Congressional seat being vayou are not registered to vote, the State won’t even know to send you a ballot. So, cated by Jared Polis. Both of the October events will take place at 7 p.m. at Town step #1 is to go to govotecolorado.com Hall. Keep an eye out in this paper for and make sure your information is upto-date. Update your address, register to details and dates of other events, or check our website at lwv-estespark.org. vote, or change your name if applicable.

Vote! – The most important thing is to You can even specify an address to forreturn your completed ballot. If you ward your ballot to if you will be somechoose to mail it in, the County Clerk where else during the election (like colmust receive the ballot by 7 p.m. on lege. Students can vote too!) Although you can register to vote on Election Day, Election Day. Postmarks don’t count!

You can also drop your ballot in a ballot the deadline for registering to vote and box on Brodie Avenue, or you can drop still receive a mail-in ballot is October it off at Town Hall. The oldest continu29. Don’t put it off to the last minute!

Taking that dream vacation during the ing democracy in the world cannot function without you. election? Sorry – that’s no excuse! You

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It’s On Us To Protect Our Resident Bears Many people were surprised and upset last week when a mama bear with three yearling cubs was euthanized by Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers.

We’ve been reassured by CPW that the cubs were taken to Frisco Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation Center to re-learn “wild bear behavior” and how to forage for food on their own, not relying on humans for their daily meals. (see photo of the cubs) Jason Clay, PIO for CPW said that sadly, this particular sow had become habituated and lost her natural fear of humans. The difficult decision to euthanize her came after several reports of her breaking into homes and businesses – including during the daytime when people were around.

Many have expressed interest in what they can do to help save the bears. Here are some things that may help.

The end of summer triggers an instinctual need to pack on the pounds to prepare for the months of hibernation ahead. CPW reminds everyone that this quest for calories, called hyperphagia, will send bears on an urgent search for food making it especially important to bearproof your homes and cars when in bear country.

During this 'feeding frenzy,' bears will try to eat up to 20,000 calories a day to build up their fat reserves ahead of winter, often searching for food up to 20 hours a day. Hyperphagia also triggers changes to a bear’s preferred food sources, shifting from their summer diet of insects, leaves, and

your neighborhood, and ultimately our bear population safer. flowers of broad-leafed plants to a higher It is imperative that we all take special care fat and carbohydrate diet of fruits and nuts. to secure trash, pet food, birdseed and It also means hungry bears will be actively other easy sources of calories for bears. seeking out the types of meals found in Properly bearproofing your home may your trash can and around your home. mean taking several of the recommended steps below: Bearproofing your property - including both homes and cars - becomes even more Keep Bears Out important this time of year. It only takes Close and lock all bear-accessible winone person to disregard common-sense dows and doors when you leave the house, precautions for a bear to get into their trash and at night before you go to bed.

Install sturdy grates or bars on windows if you must leave them open.

Keep car doors and windows closed and locked if you park outside. Make sure there’s nothing with an odor in your vehicle, including candy, gum, air fresheners, trash, lotions and lip balms.

Close and lock garage doors and windows at night and when you’re not home; garage doors should be down if you are home but not outside.

Install extra-sturdy doors if you have a freezer, refrigerator, pet food, bird seed, or other attractants stored in your garage.

Remove any tree limbs that might provide access to upper level decks Photo courtesy of Colorado Parks & Wildlife and windows. or their home.

Replace exterior lever-style door handles That one careless person increases the with good quality round door knobs that chances that the bear will move on to a bears can’t pull or push open. neighbor’s home, car or trash can. We want Get Rid of Attractants everyone to understand why it’s so imporDon’t leave trash out overnight unless it’s tant to take the steps to keep your property,

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in a bear-proof enclosure or container. Be sure to research all local ordinances and regulations if vacationing.

Don’t store food of any kind in an unlocked garage, flimsy shed or on or under your deck.

Don’t leave anything with an odor outside, near open windows or in your vehicle, even if you’re home. That includes scented candles, air fresheners, lip balms and lotions.

Only feed birds when bears are hibernating. If you want to feed birds when bears are active, bring in seed or liquid feeders at night or when you leave home.

Teach Bears They’re Not Welcome If a bear comes close to your home, scare it away. Loud noises like a firm yell, clapping your hands, banging on pots and pans or blowing an air horn sends most bears running.

Utilize electric fencing, unwelcome mats and scent deterrents like ammonia to teach bears that your property is not bearfriendly.

If a bear enters your home, open doors and windows and ensure it can leave the same way it got in. Don’t approach the bear or block escape routes.

Never approach a bear. If a bear presents an immediate threat to human safety, call 911.

Help educate others about scaring the bears, securing trash, keeping car doors locked, etc. Talk to your neighbors, be vigilant.

It’s on us to help keep our bears alive, year round. Let’s all do everything we can to help save our bears!

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Recovery Efforts Completed For Missing Hiker, Jens “Jay” Yambert Jens “Jay” Yambert’s body was recovered Sunday morning, September 2 by helicopter from Rocky Mountain National Park.

His body was transferred to the Boulder County Coroner’s Office. Boulder County Coroner’s office will not release positive identification until completion of an autopsy. However, it is believed that the body is that of Jens Yambert, 60, of Urbana, Illinois.

On Friday, August 31, Rocky Mountain National Park Search and Rescue team members found Yambert west of Keplinger’s Couloir, below the Homestretch, at 12,600 feet in elevation. On Saturday, September 1, team members performed a technical lower down approximately 50 feet of extremely steep terrain covered in loose scree just west of Keplinger’s couloir. Yambert was lowered to a rock shelf area that was safer for long line operations via helicopter.

The helicopter operations were completed at noon.

Initial investigations on scene indicate

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that Yambert took an approximate 200 foot tumbling fall and appears to have died instantly.

On Tuesday, August 28, Rocky Mountain National Park rangers were notified by a family member that Yambert was overdue.

Yambert is believed to have started from the Longs Peak Trailhead at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 26. His rental car was found at the trailhead Tuesday night after park staff were notified by his family that he was overdue. It was unknown what Yambert’s planned destination or route was. After learning about the search for Yambert, park staff heard from visitors who saw Yambert on Monday morning, August 27, along the Keyhole Route. Visitors indicated that the weather was poor with ice, sleet, rain and strong winds. Extensive ground and aerial search efforts began for Yambert the morning of Wednesday, August 29, two days after he was last seen on the Keyhole Route.

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At the full lunch table the other day, Paul reached into his pocket and pulled out a small, black gadget that looked somewhat familiar. In the dusty corner of my mind I thought I remembered seeing one of these gizmos before, but it was a long time ago.

He held it in his palm, cocked his thumb against the side of the contraption, flicked his thumb, and the lid popped open to reveal…a phone! Everyone at the table stared.

“A flip phone? ” someone said in disbelief.

“You have a flip phone? ” From across the table, Dan whipped out a similar looking device. With gleaming eyes locked on Paul, he flipped his phone open and held it out for all to see. Paul and Dan smiled with pride. It was obvious these guys were onto something special that the rest of us did not share. They exchanged an invisible fist pump in their minds—instantly bonding because they belonged to the elite (and archaic) Phone Flippers Club.

The rest of us may snicker behind flippers’ backs because they haven’t advanced past owning one of these ancient devices, but they put us in our place when they beam with self-regard. They have survived the promotional onslaught when each “upgraded” version of the iPhone has come out, staying loyal and true to their handy little phones of yore.

I’ve asked member of the Phone Flippers Club why they keep their aged devices. The answers are plentiful: 1) Flip-users have saved a lot of money over the years. My friend Joan has had the same old phone for more than 10 years and it was free. She pays $20 a month to use it.

She claims it can do everything a smartphone can do. (It just takes longer. And it requires a magnifying glass to see the screen. But like flippers everywhere, Joan is extremely happy without being able to see photos or watch You Tube clips, and she has thumb abs no smartphone user can match, so who am I to judge?)

2) These prehistoric cell phones are small.

They nest perfectly in the palm of a hand and disappear into a shallow pocket, leaving room for chapstick. I don’t have a big phone (the modest iPhone SE) but a lot of my pockets are too small to hold it. I don’t know what people do with their phonesbigger-than-a-twin-bed. The flip phone can be carried discreetly, which is done only until another flipper exposes his true identity.

Then all other flip phone owners in the vicinity get out their phones and suddenly there is a flip phone convention going on.

Flippers love their phones!

3) No one else does, however. A flipper can leave her phone on a park bench and come back a week later to find it right where she left it. No one is going to steal a flip phone. Here’s an added bonus: it doesn’t matter if it got rained on—it still works.

4) An old-school flip phone is indestructible. I’ve never seen one with a cracked screen.

Of course, the screen is the size of a postage stamp, so what’s to crack?

5) The battery in a flip phone only requires a charge every few days. Forget your charger on a trip? It doesn’t matter. Your flip phone will make it through the entire journey without a charge. But don’t count on it for its GPS capabilities unless the software has been installed.

6) There’s no such thing as pocket dialing on a flip phone. First, because the keys are protected by the “lid” so there is no accidental typing. Second, it takes three times as long to type a message on a flip phone. The only way to text is to use the numeric keypad. So to type the letter F, one has to hit the #2 key three times (once=D, twice=E, thrice=F).

With the extended time it takes to type a text message on one of these primitive mobiles, the chance to evaluate a message before hitting “send” means flip-phoners are able to catch mistakes and social blunders.

I remember the first time I saw a flip phone.

I was in Zurich, staying with my friend Marcel—one of those guys who has to have the latest and greatest as soon as it hits the market. I was astounded at his miniature “handy” (that’s what they called mobile phones in Europe at the time) and simply could not believe they could make a phone that small. It’s still beyond my comprehension.

Today, I bet Marcel carries the hottest phone available: the flip phone! They’re back!

But they are called “foldable phones” now.

Their screens are a flexible sheet of luminescent material that can bend in half. Soon everyone will once again be carrying a flip phone, with all the benefits of the stalwart flipper plus the advanced technology of more modern phones. I can’t wait until I can be a dignified member of the Phone Flippers Club—if I’m willing to pay $1,850 for Samsung’s version of a foldable phone, due to be unveiled in November.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2018 Sarah Donohoe

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I was over at Marie’s home last Sunday for a lovely gathering of her friends and family along with friends of Nathan and Lexie. It was a really a nice grouping of all ages and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Marie had a delicious brisket and shredded pork along with other sides.

Most of us brought a dish of goodies such as various dips, vegetables, salads and desserts. It was great to see all of the adults, but I enjoyed all the “young’uns” as well. The night was made even more pleasurable with my L.S.U. Tigers winning against the Miami football team. Both my brothers, brother-in-law, son-in-law, daughters and sons. Caliste and I are all graduates of L.S.U along with many of my nieces and nephews, so Geaux Tigers!

One of the many dishes at the party was a wonderful pasta salad. It was so nice and different from the regular potato salad or coleslaw. Unfortunately, I did not get that recipe, but I got to thinking about making a salad that would also serve as a main dish. I hope you enjoy my version of pasta salad with chicken. With football season upon us, this would make a nice potluck to take or just an easy dish to enjoy at home while watching the game.

Salad 4-5 ounces of penne pasta or elbow pasta, cooked according to directions.

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Estes Pak! 1 1/2 cups leftover cooked chicken 4 ounces (or more) baby spinach, stems removed pre-washed or washed thoroughly.

1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved.

1/3 cup crumbled feta or blue cheese.

1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds

Dressing 3 Tbs. each of orange and lemon juice 3-4 Tbs. honey (depending on taste for tartness...I like sweet.)

2 tsp. stone ground mustard Salt to taste 1⁄2 cup olive oil Placed cooled, drained, cooked pasta in large bowl. Add the spinach, tomatoes and chicken. Toss then sprinkle almonds and cheese over top. Make dressing and toss just before serving.

Only “dress” what you plan on eating as the spinach will become soggy if using as left-overs.

I love pasta in any shape or form, cooked or cold. Sophia Loran is said to have lived on pasta during WWII and look how she turned out!

I can be contacted at esther.cenac@gmail.com Bon Appétit.

Helping hungry kids in Estes Park

What is it?

Estes Pak is a weekend food relief program for preschool and K-8 children and their families in the Estes Park area. During the regular school year, food is sent home with students on Friday for the weekend. There is no cost or requirements for students to qualify for the program. All food is nonperishable and healthy. The food is supplied by the Food Bank for Larimer County. The Estes Park Education Association, the Rotary Clubs in Estes Park and Estes Park School District are all in partnership to make this program happen. If you would like to be refered to this program, talk to your preschool teacher, K-8 classroom teacher, or contact Terry Leija, the program coordinator. 586-7406 ext 3284 or email him at terry leija@psdr3.k12.co.us ; En que consiste el programa?

Mochila Estes es un programa de ayuda alimentaria de fin de semana, para nifios desde edad pre escolar hasta K-5 y sus familias, en la zona de Estes Park. Durante el afio escolar regular, los viernes se envia a casa con los estudiantes la comida para el fin de semana. No hay ningun costo o requisito para que un estudiante califique para el programa. Toda la comida es no perecedera y saludable. La comida es suministrada por el Banco de Comida del Condado de Larimer. La Asociacion de Education de Estes Park, los Clubes Rotarios en Estes Park y el Distrito Escolar de Estes Park trabajan todos en conjunto para hacer realidad este programa. Si a usted le gustaria ser un beneficiario de este programa, hable con su maestra de preescolar, o su maestro/a de K-5 o comuniquese con Terry Leija, el coordinador del programa al 586-7406 ext 3284 o por correo electronico a terry_leija@psdr3.k12jcojJS

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Aviation Club Meeting Features Graham Nelson The next meeting of the Estes Park Internationale Aviation Club will be on Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at 6:30 p.m., in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library. This meeting is free, open to the public, and everyone is welcome. Come visit with aviation enthusiasts and listen to our speaker, Graham Nelson, give a presentation on the recent Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Air Venture Air Show, in Oshkosh, WI and the Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA. Graham will have many pictures and videos from this year's events, so come and get updated by Graham.

Graham Nelson is originally from Saint Charles, Illinois, but has resided in Estes Park since 2010. He works at our local Safeway, so there is a good chance you have seen him at work there. His love of aviation started in childhood as the family lived near Chicago O'Hare International Airport, and his fascination with aircraft has continued through the years. Graham is an avid self-taught enthusiast, and each year he enjoys attending the EAA Airshow to stay up to date on the latest in aircraft development and technology.

Graham's presentation will feature many photos and show aircraft, so come see all the details.

The NASA Space Shuttle trainer on display.

Collection of airplanes in the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aviation pavilion, some of which you can actually walk through.

A Boeing 247D and TWA Douglas DC-2 are just some of the amazing aircraft at the Museum Of Flight.

Nieuport, 24 reproduction.

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Woman’s Club Meeting September 12

The Estes Park Womans Club's first luncheon of the 2018-2019 season will be on Wednesday, September 12th, at the Estes Park 18 hole golf course, Smokin’ Dave’s Hanger Restaurant.

Registration starts at 11:30 a.m. and the $20 brunch buffet luncheon will begin at 12 noon. A business meeting will be followed by the program, "Let's Celebrate 100 Years of Golf," presented by our member, Judi Cunningham. For needed information about attending the luncheon, call Sallie Brackman at 816225-9130.

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Fine Arts Guild Of The Rockies Presents Paper Moonshine September 15th Gypsy Indie Folk as you’ve never heard it before!

Ever heard of Gypsygrass? Come check out Northern Colorado’s Paper Moonshine and treat your senses to their unique blend of Gypsy jazz, bluegrass, and Americana. Paper Moonshine obliterates labels, following the advice of the great Louis Armstrong: “If it sounds good, don’t worry about what it is, just go and enjoy it.” The concert takes place September 15th at 7 p.m. in Performance Park.

Originally a Django-era jazz group, the band has added more styles over the years to become what it is today: virtuosity meets dance-able; old meets new; and traditional meets edgy. This group will have you tapping your feet, dancing in the aisles, and wondering why this hasn’t been a genre before now.

Admission is free! Donations are accepted for our scholarship fund for a

graduating senior who plans to major in the arts. Lawn chairs/blankets are encouraged.

Life insurance is an essential part of caring for your family.

Your Edward Jones financial advisor can help you find a life insurance policy that best suits your family’s needs. Call today.

Edward Jones is a licensed insurance producer in all states and Washington, D.C., through Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P., and in California, New Mexico and Massachusetts through Edward Jones Insurance Agency of California, L.L.C.; Edward Jones Insurance Agency of New Mexico, L.L.C.; and Edward Jones Insurance Agency of Massachusetts, L.L.C.

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First Friday Art Groove Win a $50 Gift Card to Lumpy Ridge Brewery* The Estes Arts District’s Presents the First Friday! Art Groove & Gift Card Give-away *(must be at least 21 years old to win this prize.)

Get your Groovy Gallery Travel Card and join us on Friday, September 7th from 5-8 p.m. to explore your local galleries in Estes Park.

With a touch of autumn in the air, a September night is the perfect time to explore our beautiful town. Come see what’s new in the art world in the Estes Velley.

There will be show openings, live music, tasty treats and artists to chat with at the galleries participating in the First Friday! Art Groove. Bring a friend or come and meet some new friends and perhaps find a delightful piece of art to take home with you.

Collect four or more signatures from the participating galleries on the Groovy Gallery Travel Card for a chance to win a Gift Card from Lumpy Ridge Brewery* at 531 South Saint Vrain Ave, Estes Park. Get more event details at www.estesartsdistrict.org September 7th Participating Galleries Mary Frankel Studio and GallerySuite 106, 1751 North Lake Avenue.

Open Studio -fresh from Estes Valley Plein Air, Mary Frankel and visiting artist Cecy Turner will be showcasing several Plein Air paintings as well as doing painting demonstrations. Light snacks & beverages will be offered.

5-8 p.m.

The Studio Fine Art & Framing-541 Big Thompson Ave - 970-237-4300, (behind theater/Stanley Village) Fabulous food, wonderful artwork, delicious people and one cute pup. Featuring local artists KC Benson, Dawn Normali, Cindy Elkins, Robert Wands, Karole Sharpe, Mary Darracott, Hanna Shook, Heidi Conrad, Sonny Perschbacher, Karen McPherson, Jerry Allison, Julie Leidel, Greg Miles. 5-8 p.m.

The Art Center of Estes Park-517 Big Thompson Ave - 970-586-5882. Estes Valley Plein Air in the Rockies Exhibit & Sale. 36 Artists from Colorado and 8 other states were invited and juried to participate in the 2018 National Paint Out from Aug 18th to Sept 1st. Come down and enjoy seeing the wonderful work that has been created during this event. Tasty snacks and refreshments served. 5-8 p.m.

Earthwood Artisans-360 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-2151. Join the party! We will have complementary food and refreshments so bring your friends! Check out the new sculpture installation by glass and metal artist Rollin Karg. Explore fine art and handcraft from over 120 American Artists and perhaps find that new great piece of art to take home. 5-8 p.m.

Aspen and Evergreen Gallery356 E. Elkhorn Ave. 970-5864355. Meet local artists, enjoy delicious appetizers, refreshments and live music

by Kenneth Kelly. 5-8 p.m.

Images of Rocky Mountain National Park-203 Park Lane - 970-5864352. Meet the artist Erik Stensland and help celebrate the release of his new book, “Whispers in the Wilderness” which has recently won four awards.

Yummy drinks and homemade goodies will be served plus get 15% off most items during this event. 58 p.m.

Earthwood Collections-141 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-577-8100. Live jazz concert with Max Wagner (sax) and Stu MacAskie (piano) plus artist meet & greet. Fine Art Show Opening, with two Colorado-based fine artists, oil painter, Stan Sidorov and silk painter, Lena Sidorova. Meet Stan and Lena and see many new works produced specifically for this show. Come out for some tasty snacks and refreshments while enjoying music and beautiful artwork. You never know what you might see during this Fun town-wide art event. 5-8 p.m.

Patterson Glassworks Studio and Gallery-323 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970-5868619. First Friday day groove starts early with live glassblowing demonstrations from 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Family Fun in Estes Park Bring the whole family to our indoor pools for fun in the lazy river, a swirl down the slide or a relaxing moment in the hot tub.

Buy One, Get One FREE!

Purchase one daily admission and receive one free admission of the same value or less on the same visit when you bring this coupon to the Estes Valley Community Center.

No cash value. One coupon per customer, per visit. May not be combined with any other offers or coupons. Both admissions must be at same visit. Coupon must be surrendered with purchase. Coupon expires September 30, 2018.

Estes Valley Community Center 660 Community Drive • Estes Park, CO • evrpd.com

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What Would You Do If You Won $5,000?

That was the question I asked moments before I won the $5,000 Grand Prize raffle ticket at the Autumn Gold Festival last September.

I didn't think I would win, but I chose to purchase ten $25 raffle tickets to help the cause: awarding scholarships to Estes Park High School students for college or vocational school. As I wrote my name and email address on each yellow ticket stub, I heard conversations around me on what folks would do if they won the $5,000. Can you guess the most common response? Yep. “Pay bills!” Others included paying off the credit card… setting up a college fund for the grandkids… paying down the mortgage…etc.

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All the answers were good.

Moments later I was standing under the food tent next to the Autumn Gold raffle ticket drum. I wasn’t thinking about the 600 yellow ticket stubs tumbling over and over. I had other things on my mind. Besides, I’m not very lucky when it comes to raffles and gambling.

“Leslie Glover? ” Someone questioned.

“What? ” I asked as though I was rudely interrupted from deep thought. I heard my name called out. I couldn't believe it.

I asked the people to repeat the name. It was mine!

So what did I do with that $5,000? I did what I wasn't expecting to do. I heard the following words fall out of my mouth, “Uhhh…that $5,000 winning ticket…. goes to the lady right there…the one whose mother needs medical treatments.”

A petite, young woman with long, dark hair pressed her hands into her face. Her eyes filled with tears. She was one of the folks mingling around me when I was filling out the raffle ticket stubs. I remember her talking about coming to the Autumn Gold Festival every year and buying a raffle ticket in hopes of paying for 30 hyperbaric-chamber-treatments for her mom. Apparently, her mother was in a horrific car accident and suffered a debilitating brain injury.

Her mom can’t speak, can barely walk and needs round-the-clock care. The treatments would be a gift for the whole family.

Right then and there the young woman received the winning ticket, and she hugged me tightly.

She could hardly speak, she was crying so hard. Words can't express what an experience that was for the two of us. That little yellow ticket stub made a difference for one family and helped a graduating senior in another.

Last year, the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club awarded $15,000 in scholarships to several EPHS graduating seniors. There’s nothing like knowing your ticket can make a difference in the life of a family.

If you would like to purchase

some $25 raffle tickets, you can email Leslie Glover at Les_glo@msn.com, or buy some from any Sunrise Rotarian, or purchase them at Autumn Gold: A Festival of Bands, Brats and Beer on September 22 & 23 at Bond Park. The drawing for all five raffle prizes will be at 4:00 p.m. Prizes include the following: Grand Prize: $5,000. 2nd Prize: $2,500. 3rd Prize: A Hand-Made Solid Oak Bench and five $100 cash prizes.

Outdoor Class September 11 To Focus On Long Form Meditation Michael Beckstrom will be presenting his last outdoor class of the season on Tuesday, September 11th from 1-3 p.m.

The lesson will focus on basic philosophy skill including a long form medita-

tion and the many aspects that make a traditional native ceremony effective.

The class is at the downtown greenhouse behind Starbucks in Lower Stanley Village and is free to the public.

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It’s My Privilege.

“Dr. K,” as he’s affectionately known, still remembers his rst delivery, a refugee mother, like it was yesterday.

And because he’s often there for a mom’s prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum care, he’ll probably remember your delivery, too. What’s more, our nurses back him up with excellent bedside care, often at a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. Personalized, highly attentive care—just what you want on your family’s biggest day.

Dr. Martin Koschnitzke, MD, CPE, FACOG Women’s & Newborn Care

Estes Park Medical Center is now Estes Park Health. New name, same independence that puts our community rst.

555 PROSPECT AVENUE | ESTES PARK | 970-586-2317

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September 11 Meeting For Democrats In The Estes Valley The Estes Valley branch of the Larimer County Democrats will meet on Tuesday, September 11, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library. Our meeting is open to all Democrats, plus Unaffiliated voters interested in learning about the Democratic candidates on our ballot.

This is a busy and exciting time getting ready for the November 6 election, with only 58 days to the election and 36 days to the mailing of ballots!

The meeting agenda includes a timetable of activities and campaigning for the Democratic candidates, ballot issues, voter outreach efforts, campaign materials and upcoming events.

In addition, Conor Duffy, Democratic candidate for our Colorado House District 49, plans to join us to talk about his campaign and answer your questions.

The last time we hosted Conor, he introduced interesting data on down-ballot voting in Larimer County and we hope to follow up on that information.

Meeting our candidates in person will add to your excitement about this election. If you attended our August meeting, you were treated to a visit by Dan Sapienza, Democratic candidate for Larimer County Clerk and Recorder.

Dan has an excellent background to

oversee the major functions of the County Clerk’s office. In addition, Dan’s law degree and experience in election law and internet/privacy law make him highly qualified to take on a major responsibility of the County Clerk’s office – that is, handling your voter information and elections in Larimer County. The importance of cyber security knowledge cannot be overstated in these sensitive times.

Voting in this 2018 midterm election is important at all levels, including federal, state and county. Besides electing Democratic candidates at these levels, we need to be aware of other issues that affect all of us. For instance, at the state level we need to be aware of redistricting amendments on this year’s ballot, the public school funding amendment, and a recent Supreme Court decision allowing state level voter purges. To protect yourself and your voting rights, we always recommend that you check your registration status at GoVoteColorado.com.

Precinct Committee Persons, persons who were County and State delegates, plus volunteers should plan to attend this meeting, as well as other Democrats and Unaffiliated voters interested in meeting our candidates, and those wanting to work with Democratic candidates in these 2018 elections.

Please mark your calendars for our Estes Valley Dems picnic on September 22 at Stanley Park and for our next monthly meeting on October 9, with similar times and same location. For more information, you may email Vicky Henry, Democratic PCP Coordinator, at DemsVHenry@yahoo.com.

Athletes with Special Needs and their Partners at the Estes Valley Community Center

Please join us for Golf Bowling Soccer Bocci Basketball 4:00 -- 5:00 pm Every Monday epspecialolympics@yahoo.com 970-405-1397

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Beerys To Spill High Lake Fishing Secrets

What do you do when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve spent 40 years hiking the trails and fishing alpine lakes in Rocky Mountain National Park?

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Les and Kimball Beery, you share. The long-time residents and authors of Anglerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park will be sharing details on where, when, and how to fish the RMNP high lakes at the Alpine Anglers meeting on Wednesday, September 19th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Elkins Distilling, 1825 N. Lake Ave in Estes Park.

Sharing is second nature to Les and Kimball. They met in 1968 and have hiked and fished streams and lakes in RMNP together every summer since then. As RMNP volunteers, they often found themselves coaching visitors on where to find the fish and how to catch them. So when life slowed enough to allow the time, they combined their accu-

mulated fishing knowledge with backgrounds in environmental science (Les) and art (Kimball) to create the popular angling guide designed to help visitors turn one day of their Estes Park vacations into an unforgettable mountain experience. And not surprisingly, many full-time Estes Valley residents have also come to rely on the guide for its concise, cut-to-thechase information and precise maps.

Alpine Anglers is the Estes Park chapter of Trout Unlimitedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a national conservation organization dedicated to preserving and restoring the cold water fisheries that harbor trout and salmon. Like Les and Kimball, local members volunteer time helping biologists in RMNP protect and restore populations of native cutthroat trout. And like Les and Kimball, most of them try to wet a line in park waters as often as they can. The Beerysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; presentation will offer many of the details they seek: popular destinations, how to rig for fishing high lakes, effective flies and lures, and special tips theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve uncovered in their 40 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience.

Les and Kimball Beery now split their time between Colorado and Florida and have also written the Anglerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to Shore Fishing Southwest Florida. The meeting is Wednesday, September 19 from 6:30 until 8:00 at Elkins Distilling.

The public is invited.

Genealogical Society Meeting September 13 The Estes Park Genealogical Society will meet Thursday, September 13 at 4:00 p.m. in the upstairs Wasson Room of the Estes Valley Library. Dorothy Coltrin will present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Somebody Stole My Family.â&#x20AC;? To untangle a story requires as many references as can be found. In the case of Dorothyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Graham family of New Hampshire, she will discuss a variety of sources to prove that her Graham family lived in Peterborough/Hancock, New Hampshire and that John Graham and his son William fought at Bunker Hill in the Revolutionary War. Dorothy Coltrin is an avid family researcher and enthusiastic historian. She is passionate about genealogy. Dorothy has a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Nutrition and taught at a California Community College for more than 30 years. She began her study of genealogy in 2003. In 2006 she be-

came the group administrator of the North Carolina Coltrain surname project at Family Tree DNA with 20 members from both the Coltrane/Coltrain and the Coltrin families. Dorothy is a member of the Boulder Genealogical Society, the Wales-Ireland-ScotlandEngland (WISE) Family History Society, the New England Historic and Genealogical Society, and the New Hampshire Historical Society. Besides using local resources to discover her family, she sometimes travels to the location of her ancestors, most recently Ireland.

The society meets the second Thursday of every month from January through November in the library, offering a wide variety of programs and workshops.

Anyone interested in genealogy and family history research is welcome to attend the meetings.

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Finn Tomasula Martin12th Grade Estes Park News would like to congratulate Finn Tomasula Martin, Student of the Week for September 7, 2018!

A school activity Finn enjoys is being a member of the basketball team.

Also, he has earned two varsity letters, one for soccer and one for basketball and he maintains a 3.9 GPA. Outside of school he enjoys hiking, fishing, camping and just chilling with his dog.

Finnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite quote is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything negative-pressure, challenges, is all an opportunity for me to riseâ&#x20AC;? by Kobe Bryant. He likes this quote because it is very inspiring and he likes Kobe.

Finn has lived in Estes Park his entire life and after high school he plans to attend college.

Bank of Estes Park Student Legacy Award: In addition to being awarded the Student of the Week, each winner will be given the opportunity to nominate the school program of their choice for the chance to win $500. At the end of the school year, one such nomination will be randomly selected, and that school program will be awarded the $500 Bank of Estes Park Student Legacy Award, in that student's name.

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ARE YOU A ‘FRED’? YOU MIGHT BE A ‘FRED’ IF… From time-to-time someone asks, “Where do you get the ideas for your articles?” I usually tell them, “From people like you. Give me your ideas.” Sometimes ideas come from something I read, like a little book I picked up recently, entitled: ‘The Fred Factor’. It shares a powerful message of an average man’s impacting life. Let me share it with you.

Mark Sanborn is a Denver-based motivational speaker who shares messages of inspiration with corporations and large audiences throughout the country. He tells of moving to a new house and, a few days later, hearing a knock on his door. It was Fred, his new mail carrier. Fred explained that he wanted to give all on his route the very best service possible and, so, meets everyone on his route to learn about them, including what they do, so he can best serve them. After learning that Mark was ‘on the road’ a great deal he worried that accumulating mail might let ‘bad guys’ know when no one was home and his house be burglarized or his mail stolen. They worked out a way to thwart this. It totally succeeded.

Periodically, Fred stopped by to ‘just chat’ to determine how things were going with Mark and his work, and make sure his mail delivery was good.

As you can begin to surmise, the story of the book is about the ‘Fred Factor’… striving to continually rise above the level of ‘mediocrity’. Sanborn talked of Fred in all of his presentations, so much so that people all over the country knew about and were inspired by Fred. Individuals were encouraged to be a ‘Fred’ in everything they did. Corporations were urged to develop ‘Fred’s by: ‘Finding – Rewarding – Educating – Demonstrating’ (F-R-E-D) employees who desired to serve above expectations.

I encourage you to get the book and read it for yourself. In the meantime, let me help you answer the question above: “Are you a Fred? You might be if you…”, first, realize that ‘everyone makes a difference’. No matter who you are, you can be a ‘Fred’ at that. Martin Luther King wrote: “If a man is called to be a street sweeper, he should sweep streets even as Michaelangelo painted, Beethoven composed music or as Shakespeare wrote poetry. He should sweep streets so that when he gets to heaven the hosts of heaven will pause and say, ‘Here is a street sweeper who did his job well.’” So, if you are a ‘Fred’, you will know that everyone, especially you, can make a real difference.

Secondly, Fred teaches us that ‘Success is built on relationships’ and, therefore, you need to continually strengthen your relationships, with everybody: your family members, your co-workers, those who serve or wait on you. How do you do this? Fred’s seven rules, ‘Be’s, are: Be real. Be interested…not interesting. Be a better listener. Be empathic. Be honest. Be helpful. Be prompt. With such your relationships will excel.

A third ‘Fred Factor’ is to realize that you can create value for others without it costing you a penny. ‘Fred’s will continually go out of their way to compliment and encourage people who are…or could be…’Fred’s. A smile, a friendly greeting, a compliment, a suggestion, can all inspire others to do their job with joy and fulfillment.

Lastly, those who are ‘Fred’s continually ‘reinvent themselves’, thinking about and employing ways to serve others better…not for reward, but for personal satisfaction.

How do you become a ‘Fred’? You choose to become like him, serving others above what is expected, building relationships with all you can, and continually finding joy in excellent service. Are you a ‘Fred’? You might be…could be. I hope you will.

(Bob)

Museum Friends Celebrate New Publication Of Eleanor Hondius Memoirs The Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation have announced their newest publication: an updated and improved edition of “The Memoirs of Eleanor E Hondius of Elkhorn Lodge.” The new edition contains the full text of Eleanor’s compelling historic narrative, featuring improved typesetting, additional photographs, and a full and complete index. This attractive new book is now for sale at the book and gift shop at the Estes Park Museum.

To celebrate this important new resource in the appreciation of Estes Park history, the Friends will host “Eleanor Hondius: Her Words, Her Lodge, Her Legacy” on Saturday, September 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Estes Park Museum.

The special event is open to current members of the Museum Friends. Anyone who is not a Museum Friends member is encouraged to purchase a membership before September 19 to attend.

Membership information is available at www.estesparkmuseumfriends.org under the “Be a Friend” link.

The program will include a slide presentation led by Dr. Nancy Thomas, who

edited and indexed the new edition. “I am eager to show what a wonder Eleanor Hondius was to our town,” says Thomas.

“In addition to the slide images, we’ll explain her connection to the Elkhorn Lodge through a display of artifacts, postcards, and paintings.” Dr. Jim Pickering, historian laureate of Estes Park, will also be on hand to offer perspective and field questions.

Members in attendance will also enjoy refreshments, wine and cheese, and samplings of food from the Hondius family’s historic recipes.

The Eleanor Hondius memoirs book will be for sale at the event, including a limited number of special copies signed

by Eleanor’s famous son, Pieter Hondius, Jr. To RSVP for the program, call (970) 577-3766 by September 19.

The Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc., is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Museum through fundraising, publications, volunteerism, special projects and events.

Learn How To Take Amazing Wildlife Photos With Rocky Mountain Conservancy

Learn to take photos like these with the Rocky Mountain Conservancy’s “Photographing Wildlife” program to be held September 14-16. Photo courtesy RMC

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Learn how to do capture amazing wildlife photos in Photographing Wildlife: When, Where, & How with the Rocky Mountain Conservancy – Field Institute on September 14-16. This class will introduce photographers off all experience levels to acceptable methods for approaching wild subjects, and the photographic equipment and techniques to further understanding, development and enjoyment of making great wildlife images.

This photography class is led by Lee Kline, a native Coloradoan who has spent his whole life at the base of the

Rockies. For the past 30 years, his photographs and articles have appeared in many magazines, books, calendars, natural history displays, advertising and other media. His award-winning photography can be seen in his book Colorado Wildlife Portfolio, as well as in his DVD Through My Lens – A North American Wildlife Picture Show.

Whether you are a history buff or just looking to learn more about the area, this is sure to be an exciting and educational adventure for all involved!

For more information and to register, visit www.rmconservancy.org or call the Field Institute at 970-586-3262.

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“Table Setting 101” At Estes Park Museum Next Friday Family tableware is often rich with stories and meaning. Celebrating those stories and learning creative ways to display these items— whether vintage or contemporary, formal or informal—is the inspiration behind a special event, "Table Settings 101." being hosted on Friday September 14 at 1:00 p.m. by the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation in the Museum's meeting room.

This short afternoon program is designed as a prelude to the Friends' third annual Colorado TableSettings Competition itself, which will take place this October 19 and 20 at the Community Church of the Rockies. The "Table Settings 101" program, which is free and open to all, will feature a discussion of this year's contest theme: "Table Settings Around the World," some example table settings, and photographs of last year's competition winners. Ideas on how best to utilize and arrange tableware to reflect the theme and the menu, and the criteria that will be used by judges to select winners, will also be presented. Contest specifics and the registration process and questions from "101" attendees will be considered, and light refreshments will be served.

Individual adults, children, shops and businesses, and hiking or social groups are invited to register for this year's contest. Entry fee is $20 for individuals and $30 for groups. Participants will set up

their entries on tables provided at the Community Church, on Thursday, October 18.

Judging will take place later that evening, and the public will be invited to view all entries on Friday and Saturday.

This year everyone admitted to the show will be asked to vote on a personal favorite for the "Best in Show" prize, which will be announced on Saturday at 3:00 p.m.

October’s Creative Colorado Table Settings Competition is a fundraiser for the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation. Full information and entry forms are available at the Estes Park Museum (200 4th St.) and online at http://estesparkmuseumfriends.org. The registration deadline is October 15. (No registration is required to attend the Table Settings 101 on September 14 at the Estes Park Museum).

Business sponsorships are being sought for this year’s fundraiser. Anyone wishing to learn more about sponsorship is encouraged to contact Museum Friends board member Nancy P. Thomas at 970-260-3557.

The Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc., is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Museum through fundraising, publications, volunteerism, outreach, and special projects and events. Membership information is available by visiting www.estesparkmuseumfriends.org.

Patriots For Peace Meeting September 19 “Child Soldier” phenomenon in support of our themes of advocacy for women and children. In case you missed the program and would like to learn more about this issue, we refer you to the authentic voices of Dyan Mazurana, a Tufts University professor and International advocate for justice for women and children (and regular visitor to Estes Park) ; You are invited to attend the September Ishmael Bael, former child soldier and Patriots for Peace meeting Wednesday, author of “A Long Way Gone: Memoirs September 19 at 5:30 p.m. in the of a Boy Soldier;” and Nadia Murad, auHondius Room of the Estes Valley Public thor of “The Last Girl: My Story of CapLibrary for a celebration of the Internativity and My Fight Against the Islamic tional Day of Peace and International State.”

Feast for Peace. We are an inclusive, Their books can be obtained through transpartisan organization dedicated to the always helpful staff of our wonderful “building a culture of peace.” In our next Estes Valley Public Library. “YouTube” is notice, we will share more details about also an excellent source of a variety of how you can participate in the “Eleven presentations by and about these authors Days of Global Unity” leading up to the and other advocates.

We hope you will International celebration on 21 Septemconsider joining us for the September ber.

19th meeting and Peace Potluck.

Our August program addressed the

1700 Brodie Ave, across from High School More Information at pccrusa.org and 970-586-4404 Sunday Service at 10:00am Children Welcome Pipe Organ - Chapel Choir - Bell Choirs

September is here. It’s time to consider joining the choir Rehearsals Thursday at 6:45pm and Sunday at 9:15am

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu ——Week of September 10 thru September 14 —— Monday, Sept 10 Breakfast Burrito with green chili on the side Tuesday, Sept 11 Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich (chicken, ham, Swiss cheese & pineapple rings) on a bun with 3-bean salad Wednesday, Sept 12 Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with mashed potatoes and vegetables Thursday, Sept 13 Roasted Herb Chicken with a baked potato Friday, Sept 14 Salmon Sandwich, tomato salad (tomato, cucumber & onion)

——Week of September 17 thru September 21 —— Monday, Sept 17 Chicken Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes & vegetables Tuesday, Sept 18 Swiss Mushroom Burger with fruit Wednesday, Sept 19 Grilled Chicken & Swiss Croissant with cottage cheese Thursday, Sept 20 Meat Lasagna with side salad and garlic bread Friday, Sept 21 Tuna Salad Sliders (3) with 3-bean salad All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. Reservations must be made at least three business days in advance. For example, if you want to reserve a meal on Wednesday, Sept 12th you need to call before 2:00 pm on Friday, Sept 7th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 (Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm). Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1820 S. St. Vrain (Masonic Lodge).

Regular hours of operation 9:00 am -- 2:00 pm Monday thru Friday.

Stop by and check us out at our new location!

Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org TriFit, Tai Chi, Mahjong, games, movies, and other activities.

EPSCC, Inc. wants to serve YOU and YOU can enjoy serving others!

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Open to the Public-1 Day Only!

Mattress Sale/Massage Chair Fundraiser HELP OUR ESTES PARK HIGH STUDENTS & SAVE $$ ON A NEW MATTRESS/MASSAGE CHAIR Over 30 name brand mattresses with factory warranties INTRODUCING 3 NEW LUXURY MASSAGE CHAIRS! Adjustable bases, pillows, sheets & frames available 0% & NO CREDIT Financing, OR Credit Cards, Cash, Checks Delivery & Disposal/Recycle of old mattress available INTRODUCING THE “NO COMPROMISE” INTELLIBED! Licensed Dealer of Innomax adjustable air beds w/ # setting!

Go to www.facebook.com/events/479351045861483 for more info.

If you have a mattress to replace, NOW is the time to buy AND HELP THE KIDS!!!

Bring this flyer in for A Free Set Of Microfiber Sheets with Purchase of Any Mattress or

Free Pillow w/ any Massage Chair Purchase

1 DAY ONLY!

Where: Estes Park High School (1600 Manford Ave) Questions? frontrangefundraising@gmail.com

©Custom Fundraising Solutions

When: THIS Wh T TH Sunday, September 16th (10 (10a-5p) 5 )

Wildlife Responder Available To Help

Knowledge, experience, skills to assist and educate individuals with and about wildlife encounters/situations. Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions. Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research. If you see a kill site, call asap, or if you want more information or help with a wildlife situation, call Jayne the “Bear Lady” at 970-685-8756.

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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS For additional information call 800-443-7837 • 970-577-9900

EVENTS Sept. 7: First Friday! Art Groove.

Gallery & art center tours, refreshments, music. Throughout town. 5-8pm Sept. 7-9: Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival. Music, competition and vendors. Starts 9am daily Sept. 13 & 20: Farmer’s Market.

Colorado grown & produced products.

Bond Park. 8am-1pm Sept. 15: Summer Concert Series.

Gypsy Jazz, bluegrass, Americana.

Performance Park. 7-8:45pm Sept. 15-16: Fine Arts & Crafts Festival. Juried art show. 100 artists.

Kids corner. Bond Park. 9am-6pm Sept. 19: Nine, Wine and Dine. 18-hole golf, dinner, brews. Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course. 3:30pm

ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC Wed., Fri., Sat.: Karaoke. Lonigans.

9pm Sept. 7: The Whys. Singer/songwriter duo. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4:30-6:30pm Sept. 7: Max Wagner & Stu McAskie.

Jazz. Earthwood Collections. 5-8pm Sept. 7-8, 14-15 & 21: Tim McLemore.

Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Sept. 7-21: Elktoberfest. Oktoberfest & pumpkin beers. The Barrel. 11am-11pm Sept. 8 & 15: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm Sept. 8 & 15: David Berg. Piano and Song. Waterfront Grille. 6-9pm Sept. 9 & 16: Joseph Lingenfelter.

Acoustic. Other Side Rest. 10am-1pm Sept. 10-11 & 17-18: James Davis.

Acoustic. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm Sept. 11 & 18: Geeks Who Drink.

Trivia. The Barrel. 6-8pm Sept. 11 & 18: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm

Sept. 7-21, 2018

Sept. 13 & 20: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

Sun., Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.: Nature Walk. Moraine Park Disc. Ctr. 9:30am

Sept. 13 & 20: Geeks Who Drink.

Trivia. Latitude 105 Alehouse. 8pm

Sun., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat.: Bear Necessities. Beaver Meadows VC. 1010:30am

Sept. 14: Chandler Holt. Americana.

Snowy Peaks Winery. 4:30-6:30pm Sept. 15-16: Yappy Hour. Latitude 105 Alehouse. 4-6pm

Mon. - Thurs., Sat.: Autumn in the Rockies. Upper Beaver Meadows Trailhead. 9:30am

Sept. 21: Sarah Banker. Acoustic.

Snowy Peaks Winery. 4:30-6:30pm

Tues., Wed., Fri.: Volunteer in Rocky.

Fri. 11am, Tue. 3pm, Wed. 10am

SEMINARS, CLASSES &

Tues., Wed., Fri.: Twilight Walk. Bear Lake Trailhead. Start time varies

LECTURES Mon. & Wed. at 6pm, Fri. & Sat. at 7pm: Sip & Paint. Murphy’s Resort.

Wed., Sat., Sun.: Weaving Demo. Old Church Shops. 1-3pm Sept. 7, 14 & 21: Estes Park: Through the Lens. EP Museum. 10am-4pm Sept. 9 & 16: Dao Lecture & Tai Chi/Qi Gong Class. Dao House. 8:30-10am Sept. 9 & 16: History & Nature Talk.

Rams Horn Village. 5-6pm Sept. 10-11 & 17-18: Historic Dwtn.

Walking Tour. Bond Park. 8:15-10am Sept. 11 & 18: Free 5k Group Fun Run. The Stanley Hotel. 5:30pm Sept. 15: Dances of Universal Peace.

Estes Park Yoga. 4-6pm Sept. 21: Ghost Towns: Lecture & Film. Park Theatre. 5:30-8:30pm

Tues., Thurs., Sat.: Autumn Bird Walk.

Cub Lake Trailhead. 8am Sept. 12 & 19: Hike with a Ranger.

RMNP Park & Ride. 8:30am Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for classes: 970-586-3262 Mon., Thurs., Fri., Sat.: Elk Expeditions. 5-7:30pm Sept. 7: Night Sky Landscape Photography. 2pm Sept. 7 & 14: Old Fall River Road. Bus Adventure. 9am-3:30pm Sept. 8: Hike with a Naturalist: Chasm Lake. Ages 16+. 7:30am-3:30pm Sept. 8: How to Become a Citizen Scientist. Ages 16+. 8am-4:30pm Sept. 12-13: Trail Ridge Road. Bus Adventure. 9am-3:30pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN

Sept. 14: Photographing Wildlife.

Ages 16+. 5:30-8:30pm

NATIONAL PARK

Sept. 15 & 20-21: Elk to Aspen.

Educational Bus Adventure. 8-11am

Visit RMNP Visitor Centers to learn about park wildlife, programs & more!

Call for details. 970-586-1206.

Daily: Elk Echoes. Sheep Lakes & Moraine Park Discovery Ctr. 6pm Sun., Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.: High Country Tales. Alpine VC. 2:30pm

EXHIBITS Sept. 7: Gallery Social & Guest Artist.

Earthwood Artisans. 5-8pm Sept. 7: Show Opening: Sidorov & Sidorova. Earthwood Collections. 58pm

Find more events & submit your event at VisitEstesPark.com/Events.

Any republication of this document or information contained herein when done for profit or as part of a profit creating mechanism is strictly prohibited.

Please contact Visit Estes Park about any desire to republish this document or its contents.

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Estes Park Studio Tour September 29 & 30 Monte Michener’s horse sculptures.

The Studio Tour invites neighbors, friends, the creative curious, shoppers and talkers (who love to learn) into the studios of professional artists living in Estes. Seven local artists will open their home studios the last weekend of September to demonstrate their fine art and craft process: from woodturning to ceramics, stone carving to oil painting and graphic design. The Estes Park Studio Tour is Friday and Saturday, September 29 and 30.

There are a total of nine artists participating in this event (seven hosts, two guests). Three of these artists build mixed media sculpture or construct a story from wood, glass, metal, and… whatever other material might be required.

When you walk into Monte Michener’s spacious studio you find a large collection of driftwood. From this pile of curves, lines and textures he creates lifesize sculptures and wall hanging busts of

space: bottle glass walls, decorative metal, lush plants, and mosaic pathways are the backdrop to his prayer wheels. Each kinetic wheel is finished with the religious or spiritual iconography (or lettering) appropriate to the owner. The idea is to put prayers in the wheel so they may spin out into the world. Arnold is a meticulous and thoughtful

mountain animals. These animals are very much alive—forcing their way through the wall, nestled quietly in the woods, and calling out one to the other.

He is best known for his horses, many of which are installed along the river behind Elements of Touch Wellness Spa and the big slide. Michener also uses wood to create furniture, and experiments with abstract painting (which, not surprisingly, has a texture and pattern reminiscent of microscopic wood grain). His studio is located two miles south of the US 36 causeway off Fish Creek Rd. in The Uplands.

Joe Arnold has created a Sacred Art Garden filled with painted metal prayer wheels and shrines for contemplation, meditation and prayer. The temples of Asia and the sacred places of Europe and Mexico have inspired his garden

Deedee Hampton is a storyteller and cultural commentator; she loves humor, irony, color and beauty. Her studio is a playful library full of glass, metal, paint, wood—all materials she uses to create paintings, totems, and metal embossed idioms. Some of her work is very personal, but much of it is a launching pad for conversations about contemporary culture and life’s shared experiences. Her illustrated idioms (such as we are all in the same boat, fork in the road and put your money where your mouth is!) are created in the style of Mexican folk-art shrines; they are multifaceted constructs of embossed metal and objects that fit the theme. Her home is a veritable folkart museum from her travels throughout Central American and Asia. Deedee’s studio is located off Devils Gulch Rd., just east of the Lumpy Ridge Trailhead.

Choose the route that best serves you; visit one studio or all seven.

Some locations are right off the highway; others are up a dirt road.

Printed maps will be available two weeks before the event at Kind Coffee, Lumpy Ridge Brewing, Snowy Peaks Winery and Bird & Jim Restaurant. Or, download a guide from estesartsdistrict.org/studio-tour.

This event is founded and funded by artists. The goal is to provide locals and Deedee Hampton’s artwork. guests alike an opportunity to meet their creative neighbors, see the process of craftsman; he is often forced to troumaking, and buy art. First Colorado Rebleshoot construction issues in the puralty, the Estes Arts District, Bird & Jim suit of the artmaking. Arnold’s studio Restaurant and Kind Coffee provide adand garden is located one half mile south ditional support. Viva Creative Culture! of the US 36 causeway on Fish Creek Rd.

The Estes Park Pet Association, Our Local Humane Society, Always Busy Helping Those In Need The Estes Park Pet Association saves the lives of lost, abandoned, and homeless pets who have no voice. That is our passion.

We don't turn them away when they are old or imperfect.

Each dog and cat receives medical and dental attention and a microchip, is spayed or neutered and vaccinated, and is boarded until a suitable adopter is found.

We presently have a couple dogs who have been with us for several weeks.

They receive excellent care at The Animal Hospital of The Rockies, with roomy kennels, clean bedding, and playtimes supervised by the caring staff. Our Pet Association volunteers walk them twice each day, and vet care is available on-site.

But six weeks is a long time to live in a kennel, and we are hoping that a few readers will be inspired to foster one of these very friendly dogs until permanent

homes are found.

Let me tell you about them.

Oscar is a very small brown Chihuahua, about eight years old. He is a spunky little walker and a cuddly little lover. His curly tail wags just as fast as it can. He is not a barker. He is healthy and happy. We rescued him and his brother from a high-kill shelter to give them another chance.

We also have Gracie, a very calm and gentle three-year-old greyhound mix.

Gracie weighs about 50 pounds, is friendly with dogs and people, and walks well on leash. Gracie has waited quietly while other fluffier and flashier dogs have been adopted. Her lovely attributes, such as her calmness, her soft brown eyes, and her dainty ears, have yet to be noticed. We hope a foster home might help fill her days until her furever family comes along.

Maybe one these sweethearts would fit nicely into your life for a while or for the

Gracie long haul. Please think about it. If you cannot foster or adopt at this time but would like to help with the many expenses associated with our work, tax deductible donations can be made to Pet

Oscar Association of Estes Park, P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517 Please call Carolyn Fairbanks (970-5865121) to apply for either of these worthy dogs. Thank you.

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42nd Annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival This Weekend!

This weekend marks the 42nd annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival in Estes Park-the Celtic Capital of North America Get your tickets now for the 42nd annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival. Join us to find out what keeps Coloradans coming back for more family fun every year.

This year the four-day festival will kick off this Thursday, September 6th with Tattoo Estes, a traditional parade ground concert that spotlights military and pipe bands. The festival has something for everyone – featuring jousting competitions, Highland games, musical acts, dance performances, dog show contests and Scottish and Irish food, drinks and crafts. At the festival this year, attendees will be able to try out a Ninja Warrior course. The festival also features North America’s largest Celtic parade on Saturday morning that runs through the heart of downtown Estes.

New this year, the festival will introduce an extreme sport called Scottish Capall

(horse) Dirt Boarding to North America.

The sport features an athlete on a longboard style skateboard being pulled by a horse. The athlete runs a course, completing jumps and tricks competing with other athletes for the fastest time with the least mistakes.

• Thursday, September 6th Tattoo Estes: 7:30 p.m.

(Tattoo Estes held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.)

• Friday, September 8th through Sunday, September 10th Festival open: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day with musical acts nightly • Saturday, September 9th Festival Parade: 9:30 a.m.

The events will be held at the Estes Park Event Complex/Fairgrounds 1209 Manford Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517 Order tickets today. Call 1-800-90ESTES, visit ScotFest.com or get tickets at any King Soopers location. Children four and under are admitted free.

All photos Kris Hazelton

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Estes Park Studio Tour September 29 & 30 Monte Michener’s horse sculptures.

The Studio Tour invites neighbors, friends, the creative curious, shoppers and talkers (who love to learn) into the studios of professional artists living in Estes. Seven local artists will open their home studios the last weekend of September to demonstrate their fine art and craft process: from woodturning to ceramics, stone carving to oil painting and graphic design. The Estes Park Studio Tour is Friday and Saturday, September 29 and 30.

There are a total of nine artists participating in this event (seven hosts, two guests). Three of these artists build mixed media sculpture or construct a story from wood, glass, metal, and… whatever other material might be required.

When you walk into Monte Michener’s spacious studio you find a large collection of driftwood. From this pile of curves, lines and textures he creates lifesize sculptures and wall hanging busts of

space: bottle glass walls, decorative metal, lush plants, and mosaic pathways are the backdrop to his prayer wheels. Each kinetic wheel is finished with the religious or spiritual iconography (or lettering) appropriate to the owner. The idea is to put prayers in the wheel so they may spin out into the world. Arnold is a meticulous and thoughtful

mountain animals. These animals are very much alive—forcing their way through the wall, nestled quietly in the woods, and calling out one to the other.

He is best known for his horses, many of which are installed along the river behind Elements of Touch Wellness Spa and the big slide. Michener also uses wood to create furniture, and experiments with abstract painting (which, not surprisingly, has a texture and pattern reminiscent of microscopic wood grain). His studio is located two miles south of the US 36 causeway off Fish Creek Rd. in The Uplands.

Joe Arnold has created a Sacred Art Garden filled with painted metal prayer wheels and shrines for contemplation, meditation and prayer. The temples of Asia and the sacred places of Europe and Mexico have inspired his garden

Deedee Hampton is a storyteller and cultural commentator; she loves humor, irony, color and beauty. Her studio is a playful library full of glass, metal, paint, wood—all materials she uses to create paintings, totems, and metal embossed idioms. Some of her work is very personal, but much of it is a launching pad for conversations about contemporary culture and life’s shared experiences. Her illustrated idioms (such as we are all in the same boat, fork in the road and put your money where your mouth is!) are created in the style of Mexican folk-art shrines; they are multifaceted constructs of embossed metal and objects that fit the theme. Her home is a veritable folkart museum from her travels throughout Central American and Asia. Deedee’s studio is located off Devils Gulch Rd., just east of the Lumpy Ridge Trailhead.

Choose the route that best serves you; visit one studio or all seven.

Some locations are right off the highway; others are up a dirt road.

Printed maps will be available two weeks before the event at Kind Coffee, Lumpy Ridge Brewing, Snowy Peaks Winery and Bird & Jim Restaurant. Or, download a guide from estesartsdistrict.org/studio-tour.

This event is founded and funded by artists. The goal is to provide locals and Deedee Hampton’s artwork. guests alike an opportunity to meet their creative neighbors, see the process of craftsman; he is often forced to troumaking, and buy art. First Colorado Rebleshoot construction issues in the puralty, the Estes Arts District, Bird & Jim suit of the artmaking. Arnold’s studio Restaurant and Kind Coffee provide adand garden is located one half mile south ditional support. Viva Creative Culture! of the US 36 causeway on Fish Creek Rd.

The Estes Park Pet Association, Our Local Humane Society, Always Busy Helping Those In Need The Estes Park Pet Association saves the lives of lost, abandoned, and homeless pets who have no voice. That is our passion.

We don't turn them away when they are old or imperfect.

Each dog and cat receives medical and dental attention and a microchip, is spayed or neutered and vaccinated, and is boarded until a suitable adopter is found.

We presently have a couple dogs who have been with us for several weeks.

They receive excellent care at The Animal Hospital of The Rockies, with roomy kennels, clean bedding, and playtimes supervised by the caring staff. Our Pet Association volunteers walk them twice each day, and vet care is available on-site.

But six weeks is a long time to live in a kennel, and we are hoping that a few readers will be inspired to foster one of these very friendly dogs until permanent

homes are found.

Let me tell you about them.

Oscar is a very small brown Chihuahua, about eight years old. He is a spunky little walker and a cuddly little lover. His curly tail wags just as fast as it can. He is not a barker. He is healthy and happy. We rescued him and his brother from a high-kill shelter to give them another chance.

We also have Gracie, a very calm and gentle three-year-old greyhound mix.

Gracie weighs about 50 pounds, is friendly with dogs and people, and walks well on leash. Gracie has waited quietly while other fluffier and flashier dogs have been adopted. Her lovely attributes, such as her calmness, her soft brown eyes, and her dainty ears, have yet to be noticed. We hope a foster home might help fill her days until her furever family comes along.

Maybe one these sweethearts would fit nicely into your life for a while or for the

Gracie long haul. Please think about it. If you cannot foster or adopt at this time but would like to help with the many expenses associated with our work, tax deductible donations can be made to Pet

Oscar Association of Estes Park, P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517 Please call Carolyn Fairbanks (970-5865121) to apply for either of these worthy dogs. Thank you.

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42nd Annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival This Weekend!

This weekend marks the 42nd annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival in Estes Park-the Celtic Capital of North America Get your tickets now for the 42nd annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival. Join us to find out what keeps Coloradans coming back for more family fun every year.

This year the four-day festival will kick off this Thursday, September 6th with Tattoo Estes, a traditional parade ground concert that spotlights military and pipe bands. The festival has something for everyone – featuring jousting competitions, Highland games, musical acts, dance performances, dog show contests and Scottish and Irish food, drinks and crafts. At the festival this year, attendees will be able to try out a Ninja Warrior course. The festival also features North America’s largest Celtic parade on Saturday morning that runs through the heart of downtown Estes.

New this year, the festival will introduce an extreme sport called Scottish Capall

(horse) Dirt Boarding to North America.

The sport features an athlete on a longboard style skateboard being pulled by a horse. The athlete runs a course, completing jumps and tricks competing with other athletes for the fastest time with the least mistakes.

• Thursday, September 6th Tattoo Estes: 7:30 p.m.

(Tattoo Estes held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.)

• Friday, September 8th through Sunday, September 10th Festival open: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day with musical acts nightly • Saturday, September 9th Festival Parade: 9:30 a.m.

The events will be held at the Estes Park Event Complex/Fairgrounds 1209 Manford Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517 Order tickets today. Call 1-800-90ESTES, visit ScotFest.com or get tickets at any King Soopers location. Children four and under are admitted free.

All photos Kris Hazelton

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Arts And Crafts Festival September 15 & 16 In Bond Park

Hallett Reflection - Curtis Ghent - photography

wide variety of metals, leather, wood, stones both precious and semi-precious, beads, and even antique buttons. Glass will be available in mosaics, fused, and leaded, and paintings can be found on linen, canvas, reclaimed items such as corrugated tin, washing machine lid, street signs, and table top. Photographers have captured animals and glorious landscape scenes for your viewing pleasure, and clothing, elegant and unusual for adults and whimsical for children will be available.

Blooms in rose & Yellow - Kristine Orr A silent auc- painting tion will be Save the date! The 43rd Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Festival is coming, Saturday,

Twisted wire on driftwood Kim Peterson - sculpture Dinah Lee - wearable art

September 15, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sunday, September 16, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

One hundred artists will be on hand to share their passion and products. Media represented will be ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, metal, wood, leather, photography, drawing, gourd art, both oil and watercolor painting, fiber, sculpture, glass, wearable art for both adults and children, and homemade bath products. Art must be made by the artist or a very small number of associates under the direct supervision of the artist. Two musical groups will also be on hand to demonstrate their talent and to entertain.

Hand painted purse with artist made pendant Skanson and Hansen, classical Dinah Lee - wearable art guitarists, will be on the north side of the park and Dave Villano, elecavailable 10-4 each day. New items will tric violin, will be on the south side. be available both Saturday and Sunday.

Proceeds from the auction will benefit Several ceramic artists have created youth programming and scholarships. functional, decorative and whimsical pieces. Jewelers as well, will have elegant The Fine Arts Guild offers a scholarship for a graduating high school senior purand whimsical pieces to share, using a suing study in the arts, another for a graduate pursuing study in music, and scholarships for students participating in the Youth Theater program.

So mark it on your calendar, and join us September 15 & 16 at Bond Park. It’s never too early to start your holiday shopping!

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Highland Music & Gifts Relocates To Upper Stanley Village Shopping Center

EN RO LL TO DA Y

Robert Keep demonstrates the Celtic harp to a customer.

Highland Music and Gifts, formerly located in the Church Shops building, has moved to its new location in the Upper Stanley Shopping Center between the Hallmark store and Notchtop restaurant.

Owner/operator Robert Keep is pleased to offer an array of fine products and services, such as Celtic CDs, musical gifts, Celtic home décor, Celtic jewelry and art, to visitors and residents of the Estes Park community. New to this location, he has added a wide selection of vintage and antique pieces, including jewelry, silver smalls and collectibles.

Of particular interest in Highland Music and Gifts are the Celtic & folk musical instruments, such as Bodhran, Celtic harp, whistle, bagpipe, mandolin, ukulele, guitar, fiddle, Native American flute, dulcimer, and novelty children’s instruments. In addition to these specialty items, Highland Music offers traditional band Instruments (flutes, clarinets, saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and drums for sale and as rent-to-own).

Robert provides minor instrument repairs, music supplies, accessories, books, and sheet music. Also available are

DISTRICT TOM DONNELLY 9 to 10:30 a.m.

September 12, 2018 Estes Valley Community Center (660 Community Dr, Estes Park)

strings, picks, reeds, valve oil, music stands, sheet music and books.

Robert is an accomplished musician and, in addition to performing in several fine area musical groups (Village Band, Jazz Big Band, Oratorio Society of Estes Park, Wind River Winds, Rocky Recorder Ensemble, Riverside Ramblers Dixieland Band), he offers private music lessons to children and adults.

Robert started this store in the Church Shops location in 2001; however, his Estes Park roots go further back. His great great grandfather, John T. Cleave, came to this country from Cornwall in 1880s to homestead at the confluence of the Fall River and Big Thompson River.

(Yes, that's the center of Estes Park.)

Eventually, he sold the property to the committee that formed the town of Estes Park. Another great great grandfather, Albin Griffith, established a homestead at the base of Giant Track Mountain; and his business, Griffith Lumber Co., supplied lumber for many of the area’s historical buildings, including the Stanley Hotel, the Old Church Shops, the English Hotel and others.

Guest: Larimer County's Clerk & Recorder, Angela Myers, will talk about the Elections process and updates to the Vehicle Licensing system.

Comments on upcoming land use items cannot be taken at these meetings, however we can share details about public hearing opportunities.

For more info or to be added to the email list for citizen meetings, contact Alisha Jeffers at (970)498-7149 or ajeffers@larimer.org or at www.larimer.org/bocc

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THE RICH FLANERY TEAM. THE PINNACLE OF LENDING.

The Rich Flanery Team has been serving the Estes Park Community for over 20 years.

Our team has over 80 years of combined experience in helping families find the home loan to fit their needs. We offer a full range of products – FHA loans, VA loans, Conventional loans, Rural Home loans, Reverse Mortgages and many more. We are looking forward to working with you to make your dreams come true in a practical way. But it starts with a conversation.

So, give us a call today at (970) 577-9200 and let our team get to work for you!

Rich Flanery Loan Officer – NMLS# 256117

Phone (970) 577-9200 501 Saint Vrain Lane, Suite 101 Estes Park, CO 80517

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DELIGHTFUL VIEWS-33 bed/3 b d/3 bath b h home h on 4.5acres.

45 Wrap-around deck & many windows invite relaxation-inside or outside. Open floorplan w/vaulted ceilings.

Borders National Forest. Great primary home or get away! $465,000 , 931 Copper pp Hill Rd.

MOTIVATED MOT O IVA OT VAT VA ATED SELLER! Open 4 BD 3 BA. BA Views, Views granite, granite stainstain W HY BUY 2ND HOME you’ll use only a few weeks a year? M WHY Variety of timeshares available at Historic Crags Lodge less, FP, recessed lights, pantry, big closets, deck, 2-car (starting at $2,500) and Rams Horn Resort (starting at garage, high ceilings, lower-level walkout. 3016 sf with trees, rocks, wildlife. $3,000). Also can be traded thru RCI’s 7,000 + resorts. $559,000 2730 Wildwood Dr.

YOUR MOUNTAIN GETAWAY is waiting! Come enjoy the seclusion this home has to offer along with its panoramic views of the Rockies & easy access to RMNP. You’ll get plenty of space in this 4 bdrm/4bath, 2 master suites/walkout BS. Call today for details! $535,000 3429 Eaglecliff Circle Dr. A

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NICELY L FURNISHED 2 bdrm, LY bd 2 bath b h condo d at Marys M Lake L k TTHIS BAT A H HOME on 5.39 AT 5 39 acres, 1,994 1 994 sq.ft., f 2 firefi HIS STRIKING HOME combines the best of Colorado 3 BED 2 BATH Lodge. One level living with no steps, parking at front w/comfortable elegance. Incredible views of town & the places, 2 car garage, level lot w/ aspen & pine, 2 sheds, door. Great room w/ fireplace, hardwood floors. Master mountains. Open floor plan w/3 bdrms/4 bath, windows well, septic, propane, telephone. Just 15 min. to Estes. suite w/ tile bath & jetted tub. Kitchen offers granite coun- everywhere, exquisite kitchen, master suite, rec room w/wet $425,000 2531 Big Owl Road – Allenspark ters. Strong vacation rental history. bar. Filled w/breathtaking elements! $385,000 2625 Marys Lake Rd. 15A

$1,025,000 270 Cyteworth Rd.

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BEAUTIFUL 3 BED/4 BAT BATH A H hhome set above AT b town. Open O flr plan, main floor master suite, large kitchen, sun room & vaulted living room & stone fireplace. Buildable .86 acre lot, appraised at $129,000. Can be split off & sold.

SSOUTH OUTH FACING F CING LLake FA k Meadow M d condo d with i h 2 bedrooms, b d 1.5 baths and an open floor plan offers panoramic mountain views and a private patio next to your fenced in Aspen forest. Attached garage.

$800,000 600 Landers St

Big views i off the h BEAUTIFUL LAKE MEADOWS CONDO. Bi mountains in a very nice complex. In excellent condition with open floor plan. Great room w/ fireplace, vaulted ceiling, Large deck, master bedroom w/ walk in closet & privacy fenced patio. Move in ready.

$319,000 514 Grand Estates Dr. #C4

LODGE STY STYLE T LE CONDO with TY i h mountain i & lake l k views. i Vaulted beamed ceilings, tile floor, open floor plan. Lower level private Master Suite, gas fireplace, walkout patio, deck, A/C, 2 fireplaces & access to swimming pool. $398,000 2625 Marys Lake Rd, 33

$315,000 514 Grand Estates Dr. A3

GORGEOUS VIEWS of Twin Sisters & Longs Peak in this 3 bed/4 bath home. Fine craftsmanship, chef's kitchen, master retreat, living & family room fireplaces, loft office & 2 beds with jack-n-jill bath. Windows bring the outside in + outdoor living spaces. $850,000 197 Curry Dr.

NESTLED N ESTLED ON PROSPECT MOUNTAIN MOUNTA T IN iis this TA hi fabulous, f b l updated, like new home. Panoramic views from the stunning great room w/ FP & hardwood floors that is open to the kitchen w/ granite & new appliances. Wrap around deck w/ hot tub is perfect for entertaining.

STUNNING LOG SIDED HOME over 6 acres, adjacent to National Forest. Peaceful and serene setting. 3 bedrooms, office, studio or hobby room, attached garage, plus RV/horse barn/workshop. Impeccably kept home.

$539,500 472 Marcus Lane

$690,000 1077 Dunraven Glade Rd., Glen Haven

COLORADO LOG HOME llooking ki out on Rocky R k Mtn M Nt’l N ’l Park. Constructed with Swedish Cope style logs.

Entertain w/ an open kitchen, dining room, Great room w/ deck that leads to unique rock outcroppings. 4 bed/ 4bath, 3000+ sq.ft.

EENJOY NJOY THE FA FFALL LL RIVER ffrom this hi Mountain M i Lodge L d style l 3 bedroom, 3 bath condominium. Comfortable open floor plan with fireplace, log accents, tiled baths, 2 luxurious master suites, private patios Excellent rental income producer. Sold fully furnished.

$785,000 3855 Star Way

$397,500 2100 Fall River Rd #9

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Calling All Parents Of Preschoolers

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An incredibly spacious and beautiful home exists beyond this quaint cabin exterior! A 4BR/3BA, 2,410 sq.ft. ranch home, bordering National Park grounds with views of Longs Peak awaits. Boasting of a grand kitchen with walk-in pantry, separate dining room, office/study/crafting bonus room, separate workshop on the 2-car detached garage, and flagstone gas fireplace. Enjoy the views, wildlife, garden, and peace & quiet from your choice of patios. Make this lovely home yours today! 1857 Highway 66 $636,100

Beautiful 3BR/3BA golf course home with mountain, lake, and river views! Numerous updates and upgrades including kitchen remodel and screened-in patio. Walk to town or around Lake Estes & trails beyond. Decks off kitchen, master bedroom and lower level to take in the views including fall rut and July fireworks. Warm colors and natural light throughout. Living room gas fireplace, skylights and family room wet bar. A perfect full time residence, vacation home or investment property. 464 Skyline Dr. $579,000

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EVICS is collaborating with Summitstone Health Partners to offer a free Fall Parenting Series: The Incredible Yearsespecially designed for parents of children ages 3-6. Class will meet on Tuesday evenings, Sept. 18-Nov. 13 from 5:30 -7 p.m. at the Estes Valley Community Center. Free dinner will be available for families at 5 p.m. Childcare is available at the Community Center Cubz Den for children ages 1-4 for a nominal fee.

Gift certificates and prizes will be awarded to families who attend regularly throughout the nine-week series.

Parent Kellen Toulouse attended the summer parenting series, and shares her experience with other parents: “The Incredible Years parenting class has been one of the most beneficial resources that I have come across in the plethora of parenting information. Each

weekly class provided real-life tools to manage behavior, a safe group environment to discuss, and insightful developmental education. I have come away with increased confidence and skills to manage tough behavior when it arises and guide my child towards independence in managing her own emotions, creativity and problem solving.”

Last spring, EVICS received a Youth in Action Grant from Estes Park High School students, which is helping to support the parenting series.

Parents will gain positive interaction skills to help deal with challenging behaviors, promote positive social skills, and increase children’s self-esteem and confidence.

For more information and to register, please contact: Corinna Crandall at Summitstone: 970-342-5325 or contact EVICS at 970-586-3055.

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Kirk Fisher

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Broker Owner

970 481-1880

970 586-1000

KimLemirande@gmail.com

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Peggy Lynch

970 586-1000

Broker CRS, GRI, CDPE, ABR, SRES, QSC, CLHMS

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www.642Tahosa.info $1,490,000

www.CurryLand.info $119,900

• 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 4068 sq ft • Full Log Home, 2 Story Great Room • 26.22 Acres, Borders National Park and Forest

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Javier Gomez

SOLD

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www.MarysLakeCondo.info $275,000 • 1 Bed, 2 Bath, 642 sq ft • Nice Location Overlooking the Pool • Fully Furnished, Great Rental History

• .96 Acre, Rock Outcroppings • Gorgeous Views, City Utilities • Great Location, Quiet Neighborhood Under Contrac t

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Dave Kiser Broker

Dave Lasota Broker

970 412-7283

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737 Sanborn Dr $487,000

5455 Hwy 36 $899,000

• 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2808 sq ft • Main Level Living, Hardwood Floors • New Deck, Amazing Views, .44 Acre

• Beautiful custom mountain home • 5500 sq ft, on 11.5 acres • 2 mother-in-law suites

Call Dave Kiser

970 231-2989

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Chris Sandusky

970 691-7083

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Broker 970 213-8692

Kim Lemirande

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761 Larkspur Rd $575,000 • High Drive Area • 3 bed, 2 bath, 1504 sq ft • Short Term Rental Permit

Call Gene

New Listing

406 291-6905

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Gene Whannel Broker

970 481-7002

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540 Birch Ave #2 $210,000 • Lower Level Condo • Nice Finishes Throughout • 1 Bed 1 Bath, 550 SQ FT

Call Dave Lasota

82 Rocky River Rd $398,500 • 2 bed, 3 bath, 1800 sq ft • 100 plus ft of river frontage • Quiet cul-de-sac

Call Javier

1857 Highway 66 $636,100 • Spacious 4BR/3BA 2,410sf Ranch, w/workshop • Longs Peak views, bordering RMNP grounds • Updates including new roof and fresh exterior paint!

Call Heidi

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Financial Focus-How Can Life Insurance Help You? You may not be aware of it, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. Of course, you probably recognize, at least in a general sense, the importance of life insurance, but do you know the various ways in which it can help you?

Life insurance can play a sizable role in your ability to achieve some important financial goals, such as these: • Helping your family maintain its lifestyle – If you are married and have young children at home, you and your spouse may need to work. If you were no longer around and your earnings were gone, could your family still afford to live as they do now? Adequate life insurance can help them preserve their lifestyle.

• Helping your children continue their education – Even if you weren’t planning to foot the entire bill for your children’s college education, you still might be doing what you can, such as contributing to a 529 education savings plan. If your income was lost, could your family still afford to continue these contributions?

With enough life insurance, you can improve the chances that your children will at least get some financial help for college or vocational training.

• Helping your survivors pay off debts – Are all your debts paid off? If not, you could be leaving your family on the hook for some of them, such as credit cards and car loans – not to mention your mortgage. Also, as uncomfortable as it may be to consider it, funeral and burial costs can easily run into the thousands.

The proceeds of your life insurance policy can help pay down debts, handle your final expenses – and relieve your family of costly burdens.

• Helping your spouse build resources for retirement – It’s almost impossible for most of us to save too much for retire-

ment. Your spouse may already have some retirement accounts, such as a 401(k) and an IRA, but will these be enough to sustain a long retirement?

Through life insurance, you can potentially add significant amounts to your spouse’s retirement assets.

As we’ve seen, you can accomplish a lot with life insurance. But how much do you need?

If you want the appropriate amount of coverage, you should consider a variety of factors. How much do you earn? How much does your spouse earn? How many children do you have? How old are they? How much do you owe on your home? By answering these and other, similar questions, you can arrive at a coverage level that’s suitable for your needs. Also, keep in mind that those needs will change – for example, if your children are grown and you’ve downsized your living arrangements, you may require less insurance than at earlier times in your life.

Life Insurance Awareness Month is a good time to remind yourself of the importance of insurance and of the need to own the correct amount. So, review your coverage soon – after all, you can’t predict the future, but you can still prepare for it.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor at 501 Saint Vrain Ln. Unit 202, Estes Park, Colorado, phone (970) 586-9078.

Edward Jones is a licensed insurance producer in all states and Washington, D.C., through Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P., and in California, New Mexico and Massachusetts through Edward Jones Insurance Agency of California, L.L. C.; Edward Jones Insurance Agency of New Mexico, L.L. C.; and Edward Jones Insurance Agency of Massachusetts, L.L. C.

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Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired design. Beautiful moss rock w/cedar on 1+ Ac w/stream. Within 5 min of Estes Park. Surrounded by National Forest, enjoy privacy & solitude. Open design living room w/cathedral ceiling & expansive moss rock fireplace. Sunroom with scenic view.

Custom-built Finnleo sauna. Brazilian cherry hardwood floors. Multi-zone in-floor heating throughout, including garage. Marvelous kitchen with cherry wood cabinets providing enormous storage. Spacious MBR w/large walk-in closet..

$695,000

1160 FAIRWAY CLUB CIRCLE 1 On the golf course 6th Fairway. Many Aspen & Ponderosa trees. Large oversized deck (15' X 16") & separate patio of the same size. A perfect location with nice privacy. The 3 Bed 3 Bath condo has a moss rock fireplace in living area, which is an open concept floor plan. Lower level has an oversized walk-out patio. HOA takes care of many things like trash, snow, lawn, water, sewer, hazard insurance exterior maintenance, decks, gutters, and street maintenance.

Quite a nice package for the price in today’s market!

$485,000

29 ELK ISLAND WAY The Elk Island Way home ON the Big Thompson River is on the market for the appraised price of $395,000. Lots of River Frontage, trees, and a rock cliff. This 2.87 acre property is only twoesh miles from Estes.

Lower level needs to be remodeled (2013 flood). A wonderful family retreat and Good Fishing!

$395,000

11 RIVERSIDE DR Gorgeous RIVERFRONT Developable .66 Acre Lot. Right in Estes Park with nice trees, yet lots of sun. Walk to town. Level, paved road, utilities. Up to 2 units possible - attached or detached. Flexible A1 Zoning...own, sell, rent short term, or a combo. No vacation home cap. Call for a plat. One of a kind opportunity!

$445,000

Ann Racine

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We, however, do not print letters that are hateful, hurtful, or vicious towards another individual or group of people. This has always been our policy because we believe a courteous, respectful approach to communicating is the best way to make a real difference.

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A New Day For The Shredathon

Riverfront Condo At Riverwood on Fall River. Sheltered by pines and bordered by the banks of Fall River this private refuge will calm and inspire. The tranquil mountain river sounds will sooth. This wonderful 3 BR river vacation rental comes fully furnished for a turnkey investment. Just a short walk to downtown and down the road from Rocky Mountain National Park. There's fishing, wading, and lots of relaxing...Sit on the deck with sounds of the river or curl up in front of one of 2 fireplaces.

525 Fall River Lane A1 $460,000

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Continental Divide Views This 3 bedroom 3 bath home has lots of space to do lots of living. Like to garden? Then the fenced garden area is a plus.

Private drive to the 1.25 acre lot. Master bedroom has 5 piece bath plus an office/sitting room. Wood stove in the family room/rec room to keep things cozy. Wood burning fireplace in the living room. Great deck for entertaining or enjoying outdoor living.

702 Fish Creek Road $593,500

Great Neighborhood Well built home in A-1 neighborhood with great views of RMNP. Great location with a couple of miles from either downtown, schools or national park. Nice kitchen with granite countertops, slate floor and stainless appliances. Open concept in Kitchen, dining and living rooms with gas fireplace T & G accent wall gives it that mountain feeling. Master bedroom has large en suite bath, and other 2 bedrooms share a hall bath.

1926 Silvertree $564,900

Priced To Sell Wonderful home located just outside of Estes Park, backing up to Roosevelt National Forest, with easy river and trail access. Soak up the sounds of the Big Thompson year round flowing close by the property. Open floor plan and ample storage this home is a gem! Along with the main house and 2 car over-sized garage, there is an additional 592 s/f studio cabin (not included in listing the square footage). Cabin is leased now for $850 per month. Seller is a Colorado licensed Real Estate Broker.

2301 US Highway 34, Drake $489,000 Judy Anderson

Eric Blackhurst

Abbey Pontius

GRI, MRE, ABR, Broker

Broker Associate

Broker Associate

970.586.2950

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866.586.2950

170 S. St. Vrain, P. O. Box 656, Estes Park, CO 80517

This fall we are making some changes to the Shredathon: 1. We will be using a new vendor and will have two 6,000 lb. capacity trucks to increase our total available capacity by 20%.

2. We will be offering a new service to

Voters and the Community Recycling Committee.

Each year the Rotary Club of Estes Park awards three academic scholarships in the amount of $8,000 each-$2,000/year for four years of undergraduate study. These are in addition to our

businesses/individuals that have 10 or more boxes. For these businesses or individuals, who wish to be a sponsor for the trucks, we will be offering a scheduled appointment time and we will be expediting their loads.

With sponsors for the trucks we will be able to continue to make all donations available for scholarships.

3. There will be a minimum donation of $10/box* or bag. Remember all donations go to our Rotary Scholarship Fund.

What to bring: YES- paper documents with paper clips, alligator clips, pendaflex and filing folders, remove plastic binders—no plastic.

NO –x-rays, credit cards, DVDs, videos, tapes, hard drives, vellums, films, previously shredded material.

When and Where: Saturday, October 13, 2018, 9 a.m. to noon at the Community Church of the Rockies parking lot— partnering with the League of Women

endowed scholarships which are supported by funds donated in memory of former Rotarians. The club works all year to raise money through various events to support our community’s students.

Please consider being a sponsor and help us to continue providing this service to our community and scholarships for our students.

To find out more about this program and how you may help, or to schedule an appointment, please contact Harriette Woodard at 970-586-1040 or Tara Moenning at 970-577-0186.

• Most shredding places charge 0.890.99 cents/pound.

• The box shown above is 16” x 13” x 10 ½ “and a typical weight for a full box is around 28.5 lbs.

• If you took this box to Staples or UPS, you would be charged $25-$28 to have it shredded.

Thanks to Animal Medical Center for allowing us to “weigh in” on their scales.

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Pastel Artist Nancy Wylie To Teach Workshop At The Art Center The Art Center of Estes Park is pleased to invite you to join us for a fabulous art workshop taught by accomplished pastel

painter Nancy Wylie. Nancy Wylie is a sixth generation native of Arvada, a suburb of Denver, Colorado. She is a realist painter working in watercolor, pastels and oils. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Art Education with a minor in Outdoor Education, in 1977. During that time she studied art in Italy for half a year and studied the masters throughout her travels in Europe. Over time she began devoting her professional talents to painting full time, teaching workshops, giving critiques and jurying shows locally and nationally. She is an author of The Art of Watercolor Painting, Walter Foster Publishing. Nancy is a signature member of the Colorado Watercolor Society and a Master signature member of the Pastel Society of Colorado. She has been honored to be in many shows including, Arts for the Parks, Western Federation of Watercolor Societies; Pastel Society of America Show and the Rocky Mountain National Watermedia Exhibition, Golden, CO. Painting Color and Light with Pastel with Nancy Wylie-September 21 & 22 (Fri. & Sat.) 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Class

320 East Elkhorn | Estes Park Text 848760 to 970-237-4137

fee: non-member-$175, member$157.50. Materials list available at the Art Center or on our website.

In this landscape workshop students will learn to see how values play an important role in making your painting come alive with light and color as well as creating a good composition. Nancy will do a mixture of lecture, demonstrations and lots of one on one with each student. Techniques, tricks, and materials will be covered as well as a critique at the end from work done in class and work brought in if you wish.

The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s

education and community outreach. Art Center members get a 10% discount on all adult art classes and purchases. To

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2511 Cirrus Lane U Unparalleled quality, panoramic mountain vviews and hiking out the door! No detail vi overlooked; open floor plan features great o ov room with stone fireplace, soaring ceilings, ro snow-capped views, chef’s kitchen and serene sn main floor master suite. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, m relaxing outdoor spaces and 1100 SF garage, re all adjacent to National Forest. $1,525,000 Visit the 3D Tour at: www.LuxuryMountainHomeTour.info

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Th comfortable 3 bedroom 3 bath home is This situated on .49 acre in the subdivision known s as a One Thousand Pines. Recently remodeled with w new flooring throughout, new Anderson windows in most of the house, updated bathw rooms and fresh paint both inside and out, this ro home feels like new. The open floorplan has a h spacious kitchen with granite countertops, an s abundance of cabinet space and is open to a the includes great room, master bedroom th living li i and d dining di i room areas. Main M i level l l living li suite, guest bedroom and full bath with laundry closet. Lower level family room is cozy with wood paneling; vinyl plank flooring and a small dry bar area. A third bedroom and bath complete the lower level along with a fabulous finished storage area. There is room for a workshop in the detached single car garage, or in the oversized attached 2 car garage.

Call Trisha for an appointment to view 1023 Pine Knoll Drive. Offered for $549,000.

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register for classes, or for more information, please call the Art Center at 970586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com and click on “Classes.”

Strong Hope For Short Psalms The YMCA of the Rockies will be hosting a four-week study on the Psalms led

by Rev. Scott Churnock. The book of Psalms has always been a source of comfort, hope, and encouragement for God's people. This book of the Bible has rightfully been described as the "hymnbook of the believers heart." In this study we will look carefully at four of the shorter psalms of the Psalter and discover their

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beauty and relevance to our lives as they point us to the One whose love and faithfulness they declare. The study will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 12, 19, 26, and October 3, and it will be held in the Dannen Library located in the basement of the Legett Christian Center at the YMCA of the Rockies. All are invited.

This 2 bedroom 2 bath ranch style home sits hiddNew ! den among mature pine, spruce and aspen rice P trees, allowing a feeling of seclusion and privacy. y.

The open floor plan features wood burning fireplace, hard wood floors in the living room, dining room and bedrooms. A carpeted family room/den with a large view window to prospect mountain, vaulted-beamed ceiling, custom shelving, and a 16x7 sun room. The comfortable kitchen has ample cabinet and counter space and is open to the dining area. Circular drive plus easy access to attached two car garage are an added bonus to this well maintained home.

Call Trisha for an appointment to view 1051 Lexington Lane offered for $435,000.

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Ladycat Basketball 5,000 Shot Challenge

3rd-8th grade Ladycat basketball players were encouraged to participate in a competitive shooting challenge this summer.

Abby Kamprath (9th), Marli Davis (5th) & Madison Davis (5th) succeeded in completing the challenge by shooting 5,000+ shots between July 1 & August 19; 100+/day for seven weeks straight.

Coaches Travis Machalek & Byron Francis would like to congratulate these three athletes for their dedicated efforts to improve their basketball skills.

Honorable mention for 3,000+ shots goes to Maia Kinley (8th), Maya Kiser (8th), Aaliyah Berolo (5th), and Laney Ash (4th). “Every Shot Counts!”

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Center Stage School Of Dance & Gymnastics Fall Registration Estes Park’s Center Stage School of Dance and Gymnastics has started registration for the Fall Session of children, teen and adult classes. The Fall Session I will run for eight weeks, starting on Monday, September 10th and running through November 3rd. Center Stage offers weekly classes to children starting at age two, all the way up through adult classes. This year we are offering multiple level classes in Hip-Hop, jazz, tap, lyrical, Irish Dance, classical and contemporary ballet, pointe and pre-pointe, toddler tumbling and gymnastics classes.

We are also continuing with a new season of Competitive Dance Teams where children ages nine through 18 have the opportunity to compete at regional competitions throughout the state of Colorado. We are excited to announce that Ballet Renaissance will also once again be teaching classical ballet at Center

Stage on Tuesday’s. Beginners of all ages are always welcome - we will find the perfect class for you!

Weekly classes start out at only $9 per class and vary slightly in price, based on the length of class chosen. Thanks to the Estes Park Duck Race, financial aid scholarships are still available to children that need financial assistance with their fall tuition. (Special thanks to Estes Park Rotary Duck Race for making this possible.) To see a complete fall schedule of all available class days and times or to register online via email, please visit our website at www.centerstagedanceestespark.com.

To register or inquire by phone, please call Center Stage at (970) 714-0755, or you can also register by messaging us through our Facebook site @Centerstagedanceestespark! Register soon – class size is limited.

The Hometown Health Club, RMHC Low Rates, Longer Hours

Madison Davis

Abby Kamprath

Rocky Mountain Health Club has been a staple in Estes Park for over 20 years. It continues to reinvent itself and change with the climate, with a resident dog, a low month rate of just $35 and expanded hours starting September 1st.

New hours: Monday – Thursday 6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Friday 6 a.m. – 1:00 p.m .and 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

If you really need that afternoon pickup, hire one of the RMHC certified trainers during the afternoon, as the gym is reserved exclusively for personal training from 1:00 – 4:00.

Koda is the lucky Rocky Mountain Health Club dog. He is all about his RMHC community. Every morning he walks to the gym and does his rounds.

Somewhat serious about his task, he may not say hi to everyone the first time through, but he’s always hitting up members for a cardio sprint around the gym.

While most members are at the club to utilize the Functional Fitness Room, Boxing Room, group exercise classes (including Silver Sneakers and Pilates), free weights, or machines, Koda is there purely for the social aspect. From Barre and Spinning classes to Boot Camp, Koda joins in on the fun. Want to stretch on a mat? Koda might just join you.

Stop by RMHC at 1230 Big Thompson Avenue to rub Koda’s belly (and check out the gym) or give them a call at 970577-1900.

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Senior Services Offerings From EVRPD Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), provider of numerous recreational and community activities in the Estes Valley, is pleased to provide a robust program of senior services for the Estes Valley community. Here are a few of the featured programs for the coming weeks. For a complete listing of activities, including registration information, visit evrpd.com/seniorservices.

Day Trips Rockies vs. Nationals at Coors Field There’s nothing better than a day at the ball field, especially when you don’t have to think about driving to Denver or parking!

The trip will depart the community center at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, September 30, and return approximately 6:30 p.m. The $40 trip fee includes a reserved seat ticket on the third base line, roundtrip transportation, and parking.

To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center.

Health & Wellness Nine Warning Signs Not to Ignore Presented by Ted Beckman, Division Chief/Manager of Poudre Valley Health Emergency Medical Services, this program will describe nine signs and symptoms that warrant a clinical evaluation.

Chest pain, dizziness, shortness of breath, and six others will be discussed so you know when to call 911 and when to contact your general practitioner.

This free program will take place on Tuesday, September 18 from 1 to 2:30 at the community center. Advanced registration is required.

To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions UCHealth will sponsor a six-week series geared towards anyone suffering from chronic conditions. Participants will learn about managing nutrition, medication, exercise, and mental health, as well as evaluating new treatments and effectively communicating with family, friends, and health professionals.

Classes will take place on Wednesdays, September 19 through October 24, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the community center.

The series is free, but advanced registration is required.

To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center.

Fitness N’Balance N’Balance is a progressive exercise class that will help you feel better, decrease falls, and increase self-confidence and independence. This eight-week class series is sponsored by a grant from the Larimer County Office on Aging as part of a fall prevention initiative.

N’Balance is an evidenced based program developed by the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness. Certified N’ Balance instructor Beth Headley will lead the class.

The class series will be held twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., September 11 through November 1 at the community center.

There is no cost, however, donations to the Larimer County Office on Aging are welcome. Class participants must be at

least 60 years old and a resident of Larimer County.

Registration is open now and must be done in person at the community center.

A short, mandatory balance evaluation is required before class starts. Please call Beth Headley at 970-480-1322 to schedule a time to meet in person before being registered for the class.

Step Into Your Creative Space The Great Courses® Lecture Series: Master Works of American Art A nation’s identity is expressed through its art. Great painters capture the essence of a culture’s brightest hopes, deepest anxieties, and most profound aspirations. They provide an aesthetic road map to a nation’s history, recording the lives of its citizens and reflecting the personality of an entire people. In this course, you will see the diversity and range of American art and the enormous talent of those who created it. Join Professor William Kloss, Independent Art History for the Smithsonian Institution, as he reveals the vital and vibrant tradition of American art in this fascinating DVD lecture series.

This free 12-week series meets Mondays, September 10 through November 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the community center. Live discussion will be facilitated by Lois Sumey.

No registration is necessary; just drop in for any or all lectures.

Natural Dreamwork: Exploring the Meaning and Intention of our Dreams Do you wake from your dreams and wonder, “What was that all about?” Do you sense that your dreams have a deeper, unexplored meaning? Do you feel curious and perhaps a little fear about what you’ll discover? As unique as our fingerprints or DNA, our dreams change and grow as we do.

Join Natural Dreamwork Practitioner Mary Jo Heyen on Tuesday, September 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to further explore your dreams. This free program will be held at the community center, and advanced registration is required.

For more information on Mary Jo’s background and training, please visit her website, Dreams: The Sacred Experiment, at www.maryjoheyen.com.

To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call 970-586-8191, or stop by the community center.

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New Solar Installations In Iconic National Parks Helping Keep Them Green

Xanterra’s commitment to sustainability continues to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Rocky Mountain, Grand Canyon and Death Valley National Parks, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial Xanterra Travel Collection, a global adventure travel company and the largest

ings, reduces the building’s overall greenhouse gas emissions by 24 percent and is the second largest solar installation in the state.

Xanterra. OasisDeathValley. Solar Within Death Valley National Park, The Oasis at Death Valley resort, privately owned by Xanterra, has had a one-megawatt solar array since June 2008, supplying up to 33 percent of the power needed for the resort’s hotel properties, The Inn and The Ranch.

Estimated for completion by early 2019, the system is being upgraded this year to two megawatts and has

national park concessioner in the U. S., today announced new solar installations in 2018 that will help provide clean, renewable energy for facilities in several of the country’s iconic national parks, including Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona and Death Valley National Park in California, plus Mount Rushmore National Photos courtesy of Xanterra Travel Collection Memorial in South Dakota.

The four new systems will generate a total of 4.5 million kilowatt been re-designed to better withstand the hours per year, equivalent to the energy extreme summer heat. used in about 426 average American Earlier this month, Xanterra comhomes and will avoid the carbon emispleted a new 38-kilowatt solar photosions from 3.7 million pounds of coal voltaic system on the roof of the pureach year. chasing warehouse in Grand Canyon Two of the systems, in Rocky Mountain National Park – a distribution hub for National Park and at The Oasis in Death the park’s lodging properties. The sysValley National Park, are specifically de- tem will generate 11 percent of the ansigned to withstand extreme natural nual energy usage for the warehouse. conditions – high elevation, below zero A leader in addressing climate change temperatures, significant snowfall and for nearly two decades, Xanterra is fovery strong winds at the former and incused on the challenge of decreasing tense heat and desert conditions at the greenhouse gas emissions as part of its latter. overall commitment to operate with “a Xanterra’s off-grid, solar array in Rocky softer footprint”. The company’s 2025 Mountain National Park came online corporate sustainability goals include last month, providing nearly all of the using 5 percent less energy annually and power needed for the Trail Ridge Store. reducing carbon emissions by 50 perOfficially unveiled today, the system – cent between 2014 and 2025. located at the top of Trail Ridge Road at “As many of Xanterra’s national park 11,798 feet –was designed by Independ- operations are literally at the end of the ent Power Systems to withstand bitter electric transmission line, renewable encold and snowdrifts up to 20 feet. A ergy options such as solar provide us monitor in the store provides real-time with reliable power while also decreasenergy usage and generation data. ing our overall carbon emissions, ” said At Mount Rushmore, the “Thomas Jef- Andrew N. Todd, President and CEO of ferson Solar Canopy, ” a 346-kilowatt so- Xanterra. “Our commitment to the enlar carport system mounted on an exist- vironment and the communities in ing parking facility, will generate which we operate remains constant, and approximately 50 percent of the electric- we will continually search for ways to ity needed to power Xanterra’s nearby collaborate with the National Park Servrestaurant and gift shop. Slated to come ice to modernize our infrastructure and online in December, the system repreimplement new technologies that help sents $40,000 in yearly electricity savus reach our ambitious 2025 goals.”

Finding Common Ground Through One Book, One Valley Fall is almost here. And that brings to mind a popular question, “Is there a One Book One Valley this season?”

The answer is: “Yes!” We’re continuing the tradition of inviting everyone to read and discuss a shared book. Earlier plans had delayed One Book One Valley’s return until 2019, but with the opportunity offered by Conflict Resolution Month in Colorado this October, we’ve seized the moment to offer a Special Edition series with key community partners.

Building upon One Book One Valley’s core goals—celebrating literacy and community—the 2018 project is equally rooted in two related library objectives: 1) to be neutral conveners of civic conversations; and 2) to help address important local issues.

Although we didn’t have an opportunity to organize a vote among book titles this year, we nonetheless identified a theme you asked us to address. Following last spring’s “Fake News” series, you expressed in feedback your concerns that society has become increasingly polarized. Divisiveness expresses itself at all levels: national, local, and family.

Disagreements and turf battles seem to drive us apart. Opportunities for constructive listening seem fewer and fewer.

This October, we ask: Is it still possible to find common ground? And if so, how?

The featured book to guide and ground our conversations is the acclaimed “Why Won’t You Apologize: Healing Big Betrayals and Everyday Hurts” by bestselling author Harriet Lerner. Lerner faces the challenge of broken connections and how we can restore compromised relationships, offering a sanity-saving guide to setting

things right. “This book is a game changer,” says author-lecturer Brené Brown.

Leading October’s conversations will be three organizations with a proven track record of helping opposing sides find that seemingly elusive common ground. Our partners are Estes Valley Restorative Justice, the League of Women Voters of Estes Park, and the Center for Public Deliberation.

It all begins with the book: multiple copies are now available at the library.

Borrow one up while they’re in stock. If we run out, we’ll happily take your name for our waiting list. Copies are also available for purchase at Macdonald Book Shop.

Then, mark your calendars for five special forums beginning Wednesday, September 26, as the League of Women Voters hosts “Civil Discourse: How to Talk to People with Different Viewpoints.” While there’s no author visit in 2018, we’ll draw upon tremendous local expertise.

The full events roster is available in our current Programs & Services Guide.

You can pick up a print copy at the library or link to the Guide at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Our gratitude to the Library Friends & Foundation for providing the funds for the books to be available this season in wide distribution.

Join us for this Special Edition this fall, and we anticipate One Book One Valley will return again in 2019 in its more traditional format.

Today’s debates that drive us apart can be transformed into positive learning and listening. We hope this season’s programs will help our community take that important step.

An Apology Letter From A Restorative Justice Client Dear Estes Park Community, As the days go by, the pain of not being able to apologize to those I’ve affected when pulling the fire alarm still hurts.

From the bottom of my heart, I’m truly sorry. I apologize to those I’ve harmed that day, not only did I take time from my parents, I took time from my classmates, my teachers, the officers, and the fire department. I meant no harm to anyone, it was thought as a joke but after making that one mistake, I’ve learned to never joke like that again. Before, I didn’t think about the consequences I would

have to face, but now I’m here willing to do anything to repair any harm I have caused. From now on, I will think twice about anything I do, no matter what it is. I will also take other people’s feelings into consideration and not only think about myself. I want this to be a learning experience, not only for me, but for many people here in the Estes Park community. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely, An Apologetic Individual

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Fall Programs & Services Guide Now Available The public is encouraged to stop by the Library to pick up the streamlined Estes Valley Library Programs & Services Guide. The 12-page fall issue contains all program listings now through November, as well as several new collection resources. Although the Guide is not being mailed to households, it is available to read online at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Made possible by the Library Friends & Foundation.

WORKSHOPS Libby & Overdrive: Digital Books and Audiobooks Made Easy Monday, September 10, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace Libby is a new app designed to help readers and listeners access digital books and audiobooks quickly and seamlessly.

Libby is available through a variety of devices: iPad and iPhone (iOS 9+), Android phone and tablet (Android 4.4+), and Windows 10. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Djembe Music Drumming for Beginners Monday, September 17, 7-8 p.m., Makerspace African drumming promotes health and wellness, stimulating the brain and

heart. Nancy Bell from Life Rhythms Music Therapy guides adult participants through techniques and rhythms.

Djembe drums are provided, or bring your own. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Book-A-College Planner Students and parents can ease the anxiety of preparing for college by making a plan. One-on-one appointments are available with college admissions expert Kaye Orten, who can answer questions about the admissions process, FAFSA, and financial aid. Look for the College Planning 1:1 appointment times (various Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays) on the Calendar of Events link at estesvalleylibrary.org.

MAKERSPACE 3D-Printed Jewelry Making

Thursday, September 13, 7-8:30 p.m., Makerspace Participants will explore how to use fab-

Hunger Walk Sunday, September 16th weather conditions, but also because many seasonal workers in the local tourist industry, which is important to the local economy, have reduced work hours in the off season. We depend on them to keep the local businesses operating, so we need to support them when work is less available.

The other seventy-five per cent of receipts from the walk The Estes Park Walk for the Hungry goes to address the needs of national will be Sunday, September 16 and start at and international hunger through emer1:00 p.m., going around Lake Estes. We gency relief and self-help programs. In will gather on the South Side of the Estes many parts of the world, people rely on Park Visitors’ Center. what they can raise or grow themselves Walker sponsor sheets may be picked for the major part of their daily needs. up at the following churches: First Church World Service has many proUnited Methodist of Estes Park, St. grams which teach people how to imBartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Presprove their food production of plants byterian Community Church of the and animals through improved agriculRockies, Shepherd of the Mountains tural methods and conservation of limLutheran Church, and from Don Holmes at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church ited water supplies. They also make available new or improved varieties of or Peter Vanderveen, walk coordinator, animals and vegetables that increase nuat 970-586-0578. trition and production.

The walk is sponsored by Church Church world Service programs World Service’s CROP Walks, a venture proved a hand up, not just a hand out. to address world hunger needs. Twenty We hope you will consider taking part five percent of walk receipts will go to in the Walk for the Hungry and strike a Crossroads, our local pantry and emerblow for those in need, locally and gency assistance program that helps peoaround the world.

If you can’t walk, perple in need. Emergency assistance is parhaps you will consider sponsoring a ticularly important here in town in the walker. winter months, not only because of

ric in the 3D printer to make a flexible material, then assemble floating necklaces to take home by adding a chain and clasp to the 3D-printed piece. No previous 3D printing or jewelry-making experience is required. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

LIBRARY FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Farmer’s Market Used Book Sales Thursday, September 13, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bond Park The library booth at Farmer’s Market features an ever-changing selection of used books this summer at bargain prices: every book is $1. All proceeds benefit library programs and services.

Annual Members’ Meeting with Author Jean Muenchrath Thursday, September 20, 6-8 p.m., Fireplace Corner World traveler and local author Jean Muenchrath shares a true story of mountain survival from her book, “If I Live Until Morning.” The evening will also include a brief business meeting and a wine-and-cheese reception at this Friends & Foundation members-only event (new members are welcome).

RSVP to Sarah Walsh at swalsh@estesvalleylibrary.org.

CITIZENSHIP / ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING Citizenship Exam Preparation Wednesday, September 12, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Makerspace Weekly classes begin for those seeking to complete the necessary forms and pass the U. S. Citizenship Exam. Participants are invited to this supportive class, whether or not they are currently ready to apply. Class materials are provided, and no advance registration is necessary.

New: Learn English Discovery Kits

Three new kits contain everything needed to practice English and study for the citizenship exam. Each kit includes an iPad with language learning apps.

Now available for three-week check-out.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS Digital Collections: 600,000 and Growing Over 600,000 items are available in the Library’s digital collections. “The Cloud Library” offers eBooks. “Libby” contains eBooks, audio books, video and music.

And “hoopla” offers audio books, television shows, movies, music, books and comic books (up to five hoopla items may be borrowed per month). Patrons may visit the “Print and Digital Collections” link at estesvalleylibrary.org or schedule a Book-A-Librarian appointment to learn more.

“Darker Shade of Magic”: Explore New Genres Friday, September 21, 4-5 p.m., Hondius Room Most people only know one London: but what if there were several parallel Londons, traveled among by magicians?

Teens, as well as all readers ready to explore a new genre, are invited to this event which ties in with V. E. Schwab’s book, “A Darker Shade of Magic.” Limited copies are now available for those want to read the book in advance. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org, then pick up the book.

FALL HOURS AND SPECIAL CLOSURE Fall Hours Now in Effect Fall library hours are: Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Early Closure on Thursday, September 20 The library will close early on Thursday September 20 to host the annual meeting of the Library Friends & Foundation.

The library will close at 5 p.m. that evening, with the upstairs and computer commons closing at 4:45 p.m.

EPWGA Results For September 4, 2018 This week, EPWGA played "Odds and Evens," which is a two person team game. Before teeing off on the first hole, each player determines if they want to play the odd or even holes. Once it is declared, then their score on those holes will count toward a team net score.

1st Flight: 1st Place: Marianne Casey and Debbie Holmes 2nd Place: Carla Spreng-Webb and Pam

Vendegna 3rd Place: Margi Cantrell and Judi Cunningham 2nd Flight: 1st Place: Lillian Szydlo and Bettie Tully 2nd Place: Nancy Fuller and Cindy Minier 3rd Place: Karyn Saucier and Jan Tindall Congratulations to the winners!

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An Alternative Reality

To The Editor: In an era when our society is subjected to fake news and alternative facts in publications, on line, and most especially from the Executive Branch in Washington, I should not have been surprised by a letter published in our local press on August 17th.

The letter writer, who obviously is opposed to the traffic improvement plan known as The Loop, reports having observed “…very few stop and go situations…” in the heavy traffic flow of this past summer.

I wish to testify that I cross Moraine Avenue daily between my home and work. Especially in the late afternoon the eastbound traffic is far more stop than go, and it can frequently extend in this condition as far as Beaver Point nearly a mile to the west. This would not be described as a reasonable traffic flow by visitors and residents who are idling in this line for nearly a half hour to simply pass through our little town.

Another curious statement in this letter is “…we possibly have 45-60 days a year of really heavy traffic flow on weekends and holidays.” The implication here is that for this brief period of congestion it is unnecessary to undertake the vast expenditure of The Loop Project to rectify the situation.

Using this logic one might argue that for the 45-60 days each winter on which our streets require plowing, it would

save the town a significant expense by eliminating the snow plows and drivers in order to allow the bright sunshine to clear the roadways. Perhaps this letter writer has chosen an alternative reality different from mine.

His Honor, our mayor, who has made no secret of his opposition to The Loop plan, addressed this matter at the Town Board meeting in July. He stated that the actual construction of this project is not scheduled to begin until the year 2021, but there will be an election for town trustees in 2020.

The implication here is that candidates for this office who oppose The Loop might yet be elected in time to bring this vital improvement to a halt.

Recent Town Board votes regarding continuation of The Loop have usually been divided 4 to 3 in favor. The replacement of even one progressive trustee through resignation or election could throw the balance of the Board in favor of continuing congestion far into the future.

A wise saying is that “Eternal vigilance is the price of Liberty.” I urge my fellow residents to remain vigilant to the continuing threat posed by those among us who advocate for keeping our roadways clogged and our minds closed to the reality of our congested little town. To quote the ballpark philosopher, Yogi Bera, “It ain’t over till it’s over!”

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Mark J. Repine A memorial service will be held for Mark J. Repine on Friday, September 21, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. at: Mountain View Bible Fellowship 1575 S. St. Vrain Ave. (Rt. 7) Estes Park, CO 80517 Mark J. Repine passed away suddenly on August

14, 2018. He was laid to rest in his home state of Pennsylvania on August 22, 2018.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child PO Box 3000 Boone, NC 28607.

Carl Burgener Long time Estes Park resident, Carl Burgener, died at home Sunday morning, August 26, 2018. He was 102 years old.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 29, at 3 p.m. at the Community Church of the Rockies.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Church (PCCR) in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1302 Graves Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517.

See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Carl’s family. A full obituary will follow.

Estes Valley Quilt Guild Meeting September 12

The Estes Valley Quilt Guild meets on the second Wednesday of each month at Good Samaritan Village, 1901 Ptarmigan Trail. The September meeting is on the 12th. The business meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. however, if you want to visit and catch up with friends come at 6:30.

The guild is always happy to have visitors join us. If you are a quilter visiting in Estes and would like to join us, please come. We do ask for a $10 donation to help defray the costs of bringing good speakers to our meetings.

The program this month should be great. The Wa Shonaji Quilt Guild presents a Trunk Show from the members of the Wa Shonaji Quilt Guild, Denver, CO. The Wa Shonaji Quilt Guild was

formed in 1994 to preserve the heritage of quilting and fellowship, particularly within the African American community. The name Wa Shonaji comes from the Swahili language and means literally "people who sew." The guild is committed to supporting and educating the community by offering exhibits, quilting classes, lectures and quilt documentation. Wa Shonaji celebrates the ethnic and cultural diversity in its membership as well as the tradition, culture and history of quilting. The trunk show will be an informative narrative about the history of the quilts. The quilts in the show will range from traditional to modern contemporary works, and the Wa Shonaji Chorus will perform as well.

Also of note: Sept. 13 Workshop: The Charming Bag Workshop with Dawn Hunter Location: Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church Time: 9:30 – 3:30 (Bring your own lunch) The Charming Bag is easily completed a day and just in time for holiday shopping or giving! This bag holds a lot of stuff and you will find many uses for its’ spacious interior and modern exterior.

No zippers or special compartments, just a workhorse of a bag! Dawn has agreed to offer this class for the low rate of $25.00.

The last Monitored Weed Drop-off will be held September 22nd from 9:00 to noon located north of the Waste Management transfer station (across from Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ) at 666 Elm Road (follow the signs).

Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) volunteers will be on hand to answer weed questions and unload your bags. Educational displays and information will be available. Bring in your weeds – no slash, pine needles, trash – in paper yard bags for free disposal. Please remove/shake off dirt from plant roots.

Unauthorized drop-offs at this location during other times are considered theft of services. Weeds and trash can be disposed of year-around at Waste Management for a fee. No bags of non-weed materials will be accepted at this event. Paper yard bags are available for purchase at local hardware stores.

So far this year over 1,500 tall paper yard bags of weeds were collected!

These events are being made possible with the support from Estes Land Stewardship Association, the Town of Estes Park,

Larimer County, Colorado Dept of Agriculture, Estes Valley Land Trust, and other donations. Fourteen Very Unwanted Weeds in the Estes Valley – Identification and Management weed booklets are available year around at the Estes

Valley Library and in the summer at the Thursday Farmers Market Master Gardener’s booth. Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) meets the first Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Room at US Bank. For more information about ELSA contact elsa.weeds@gmail.com

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Front Desk Diamond Resorts InternationalÂŽ The Historic Crags Lodge We offer: â&#x20AC;˘ Competitive pay and benefits â&#x20AC;˘ Fun and exciting work environment Apply in person at: 300 Riverside Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517

Painterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Helper Wanted call Marshall at 970-430-8335 Full Time - Part Time Good Pay!

Environmental Services Tech

Also accepting applications for full-time and substitute bus drivers. Class B with SP2 endorsement preferred. Salary range $15.02 $16.99. Training will be provided. Questions, please call Dave Coleson at 970-577-0211 ext. 3401

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Only online applications accepted.

Position open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply at Dominoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza Upper Stanley Village 437 Big Thompson Ave.

HOUSEKEEPING

Vehicle Operator & Bus Drivers Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for a Small Vehicle Operator.

Salary range $15.02 - $16.99 with single benefits. Training will be provided.

Apply online at

Local Marketing District Board Close Date: Open Until Filled

(Committee application required)

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Family Advisory Board Close Date: Open Until Filled

Parks Advisory Board (2 positions open) Close Date: Open Until Filled

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Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department: Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only Gold Crown Resort.

Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are available through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills. Fridays and Saturdays are required.

Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66.

EEOE

Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Silver Saddle Inn Now hiring: â&#x20AC;˘ Housekeepers â&#x20AC;˘ Laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Breakfast Attendant Must be a non-smoker. $12.00 per hour.

Apply in person or email resume 1260 Big Thompson Avenue cory@estesresort.com No calls

555 Prospect Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517 (970) 577-4458

Murphy Hotels are looking for full time and part time house keepers

Apply at Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resort 1650 big Thompson Av or call Loretta 1-970-480-2955

Help Wanted!!!

Big Horn Restaurant!

Cook and Dishwasher! competitive pay, year around.

Apply in person. 401 W. Elkhorn Ave.

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Kennel Assistant Part-time Call 970-586-4703 with any questions.

Must be available weekends and able to lift at least 50 pounds.

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235 West Elkhorn Ave. 970-586-5659

â&#x20AC;˘ Senior Living Waitstaff fulltime, $13.50

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â&#x20AC;˘ Senior Living Medication Aide 2 full time positions (differential paid) NEW STARTING WAGE OF $13.50 Please apply on line at www.good-sam.com Year Round. Full-Time positions qualify for benefits which include health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability and paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

$300 Retention Bonus paid out twice each year!

$300.00 Hiring Bonus!!

Latitude 105 Alehouse is looking for enthusiastic, creative, and motivated team members!

Cooks Start ASAP!!

Complete all prep work required for daily operations and special events/banquets.

Capable of working all stations on the line and the pantry including sautĂŠ, grill, fryer, and cold/salad station.

Expedite as needed.

Assist with plating meals for banquets as needed.

Prepare all food as ordered and according to recipe guidelines and specs.

Label, date and wrap unused product prior to putting away.

Other duties as assigned Please submit your resume to hrestespark@delawarenorth.com Or fill out an application at The Ridgeline Hotel 101 S Saint Vrain Ave.

We are hiring for the following positions: Checker Courtesy Clerk Day-Stocker Overnight Stocker Bakery Clerk (Overnight) Deli Clerk Produce Clerk Seafood Clerk Rates of pay from $10.00-$14.00 per hour (B.O.E.) Also:

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WorldMark Resorts invites you to apply for: Common Area Attendant Guest Services Agent Front Desk Housekeeper Maintenance Technician Full & Part Time positions.

We offer a fun and energetic team environment with great benefits.

To apply for any of these great opportunities, please go to our company website at

Bakery Manager - $21.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Assistant Bakery Manager - $19.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Cake Decorator - $10.50-$16.99 (B.O.E.) Assistant Meat Manager-$20.73 per hour (B.O.E.) Meat Cutter $10.65-$20.40 Pharmacy Technician $10-$15.00 (B.O.E.) (B.O.E.: Based On Experience)

Please call Ann at 970-586-4447 to schedule an interview - walk-ins are also welcome.

We are looking for experienced painters with a good work ethic. Must have references and transportation.

We have year round work!

Call Tim 970-518-4001 Bestway-Painting

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Housekeeping

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Services@Home Mentor Caregiver Provides care to assigned clients in a caring, safe, efficient manner while following all agency standards and requirements. Must be 18 years of age or older, current driver'slicense and car insurance.

For more details go to good-sam.com/careers or call 970-624-5491.

Lawn Care

Part Time, Seasonal, $13/hr.

Salary compensatory with experience.

Pick up applications at front desk, ask for Kay. 1885 Sketchbox Ln. or email resume to info@solitudecabins.com

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Environmental Services Tech Full Time, Part Time NON-SEASONAL POSITIONS

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE apply online at: eph.org Competitive Salary and Beneifits

SPUR LIQUOR ~ Help Wanted ~

555 Prospect Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517 (970) 577-4458

Clerk/Stock Person Year round/Part time Inquire within at 900 Moraine Ave.

RENTALS

RENTALS

Class A Office 2014 Construction, Full Service, Furnished or Unfurnished offices in Downtown location, Near Town Hall. $450 to $550 per month. All internet options including Fiber availEXECUTIVE HOME, able. Includes Conference 4BR, 4BA, furnished, 4000 Room, Handicap sf, 4 acres, Lakeside Restrooms, Copy and w/Long’s Pk. view, covered Scanning Facility, Coffee patio, picnic area, W/D, Room.

F/P. N/S, N/P. Avail OctCall Thom at Verus May. $2,800/mo. including Commercial, Inc. util. 970-586-7626.

970-586-2448

Homes

4 Bedroom 3 Bath Home w/ 2100 sq. ft. Located in Stanley Heights on 4 acres. Large deck w/ hot tub and views, 2 car garage, completely furnished. Available Oct 15 May 15. Non smokers. $1550/mo. Call Don 970222-4568. References required.

Room/Roommate Small room in cabin on river, walk to town, twin beds, $480/mo, month to month, incl util. one person only, 970 389 7656

Short Term

Small BR w/BA in town avail, walk to town, shops, Cabins restaurants, parking avail, small deck on river, twin beds $70/nt avail for any One year furnished rental needed starting Jan festivals, 970-389-7656 1. One small dog. Call Rose 904-557-0906

SALES

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Funiture

Commercial

Jackson of All Trades is now taking appointments for WINTER work...indoor painting, refinishing patio furniture or anything wood (in my workshop), Call Susan at (970)227-9842 to schedule work after October 1.

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

SALES Garage Sales

Piano Tuning Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt.

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

Misc.

Sewing/Alterations Creative Sewing Services Cushions, chairtops, Industrial repairs & leather.

Local - call Beth 970-492-5446

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Commercial Rentals RVs

ANTIQUES

Own a Piece 2N1 of Estes Park History NEIGHBORHOOD Beautiful 1902 Gabler ● piano was brought to the Friday & Saturday Glen Comfort Store in the September 7 & 8 Big Thompson Canyon by 8:00 am – 1:00 pm the Tregent family in 1930, ● HOUSEHOLD and remained there until 450 W. Wonderview we bought it in 2007. The Miscellaneous TRANSPORTATION Tregent name is a familiar Treasures of the Past one in Estes Park, with and…Present!

Furniture Harry Tregent serving as Proceeds at this location Motorcycles to benefit LIKE NEW APPLIANCES Mayor of Estes Park from 1972 to 1984. Tuned and RAY YOUNG Kitchenaid Electric ● Cooktop, 30 inch 4 burner many wires replaced in 2007.

An appraisal was 515 Far View Lane model #KECC607, sells done in December 2016, Flute, Keyboard, new for $900, asking indicating a value of Scooter, Dressers, $450.

We would like to $1,880.

Books GE built-in 30 inch see it stay in Estes Park if Microwave Oven, 1000 at all possible. Appraisal PRICED TO SELL!! watt model #CVM1750, and you-tube video of it A STEAL!!!....2014 Harley small scratches on door, Davidson Fat Boy lo includes mounting bracket, being played are available.

Estate Sales Softail. Excellent Cond. sells new for $630, asking Contact 970-586-3953.

Low miles 7600+. Serviced $315. Cash Only in Estes Price: $1,500 (obo).

ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; Thunder Mountain. Some Park, 970-980-3056 Need to have one, but extras. $9500 - Call Mark seems overwhelming.

970-347-0057 REAL ESTATE We do the work, you make MISCELLANEOUS the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL NOW SERVICES 970-215-5548 Land

TRANSPORTATION

Office for Lease Class A office space in Park Model at bank building at 501 Saint Manor RV Park Vrain Lane. 300+ sq ft.

New furniture, W/D. Move $575 month all inclusive. to your land or stay in 970-231-4037 “seasonal” RV Park. 918724-1160. $29,900

SERVICES

RV/BOAT/TRAILER STORAGE KOA KAMPGROUND ONSITE SECURITY OCT 1 - APRIL 20 $50/MO, 30 FT & UNDER, $60/MO, 31 FT & ABOVE CALL 815-520-7602

Like new MICHELIN ICE (4 R16) SNOW TIRES. $400 cash only.

970/402-7242

3+ ACRES LAND FOR SALE In the Retreat, Glen Haven. On county maintained road Improvements include driveway, building site and electricity. Beautiful views!! $109,900.

Call 402-708-2635

Misc. Sales “INDIAN SUMMER SALE” Saturday, Sept 15th, 9am to 4pm rain or shine.

Jewelry, art of many kinds, furniture, and other eclectic items. 790 West Lane, Estes Park

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Will Skinner References upon request

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Custom Homes, Additions, Kitchens, Baths, Historic Renovations, Remodels and Design Work

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DRYWALL CONTRACTOR 720.438.1088 jharris@sevenwest.build â&#x20AC;¢ EXCAVATION AND SEPTIC INSTALLS â&#x20AC;¢ INTERIOR TRIM â&#x20AC;¢ STRUCTURAL FRAMING â&#x20AC;¢ COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS â&#x20AC;¢ WE PROVIDE SUB-CONTRACTING SERVICES TO GENERAL CONTRACTORS

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Call or Text Buck - 970.342.5684

Licensed and insured. NAWT certified, Boulder County Public Health license number A-082-16. General Contractor License Number CON-16-0212

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Design | Build | Remodel General Contractors | Timber Frame & Log Homes Serving the Colorado Northwest Mountains since 1993

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Sustainable SoluƟons Landscaping • Planting • Stonework • Maintenance Jeff Schmitt Owner

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• Tree Care • Fencing • Irrigation 20 Years Experience Horticulture Background Licensed and Insured Locally Owned and Operated

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Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!

• Residential/Commercial • Log Homes/Decks • Free Estimates • 4 Year Warranty

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NE W Fantastic home on desirable Gray Hawk Ct! Spacious floor plan includes open kitchen with SS appliances & walk-in pantry, separate dining room, & large living room w/gas fireplace. 3 lower Beds including a Master Suite w/large walk in closet & full Bath.

Beautiful views of Lumpy Ridge & the Northern Peaks from the Deck and fully fenced backyard, plus attached 2-car garage.

Great Views and not too far from town, this private and secluded lot is nestled at the end of Moon Trailway in Little Valley. It is sunny, heavily treed and gently sloping. As you walk the land, you will feel on top of the world as you can see the Mummy range as well as the rolling hills down to Blue Valley below. Follow Little Valley Road to Moon Trailway to find your dream.

TBD Moon Trailway ~ $139,000

1815 Gray Hawk Ct ~ $357,000

Everything You Need & Want

True mountain living awaits you on Pine Tree Dr. This 3 Bed/2 Bath sits on a private 1.3 acre lot. Mt Meeker & Long's Peak welcome you into the vaulted great room w/stone fireplace, separate Dining & open Kitchen w/island, granite & high-end AGA range. Enveloped by sunshine, trees & views, the large Deck is the perfect spot to relax or entertain. Enjoy: hardwood floors, spacious Bedrooms including private upper level Master Suite, & attached 2-car Garage.

Great Fishing Right Outside

Enjoy the serenity of the river from this Rare 2 Bedroom offering at Bugle Pointe. Spruce and Aspen provide great privacy on the deck that overlooks a gorgeous stretch of river. Vaulted living room with fireplace, studio kitchen and 2 master suites make this a great place to enjoy. Successful resort condo with strong rental history and offered fully furnished. No stairs to main level from parking lot. Strong rental history and onsite management.

1480 David Dr, #14 ~ $350,000

462 Pine Tree Dr ~ $699,000

Rental Helps Pay for Itself

High Drive Views on Acreage

NE W Absolutely beautiful Spa Suite Condo on the river at Creekside. Enjoy the serenity from your private 16x9 deck or cast a line anytime you'd like in this gorgeous stretch of water. Warm fireplace, wood accents throughout and a luxurious corner tub. Offered fully furnished and ready to enjoy. Only minutes to both downtown Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Successful resort condo with strong rental history, an easy place to enjoy in Estes Park.

1400 David Dr, #6 - $250,000

Historic neighborhood with BIG views from Longs Peak to the Continental Divide. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Europeanstyle mountain chalet on 2.5 acres. Great room features cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors and stone wood burning fireplace. Spacious Master Suite with marble Bathroom. Unfinished Basement for storage or finish for living space. Ready for your special touches. Once in a lifetime opportunity to own acreage in the High Dr area.

420 Noble Lane ~ $597,500

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