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Coming In For A Landing Photo by Jim Ward

Cautious Coyote Photo by Paul J. Marcotte www.pauljmarcottephotography.com

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Power Outage January 26 Will Affect Woodstock Drive Area

License Your Dog For 2021 – It’s Safe, Smart And It’s The Law

Town of Estes Park dog licenses for 2021 are now available. With the current closure of Town Hall, licenses can be purchased at the Animal Medical Center of Estes Park at 1260 Manford Ave. Owners with dogs who reside within the Estes Park town limits are required by the Municipal Code to maintain a current dog license and a current rabies vaccination through a veterinarian.

Licenses cost $5 Estes Park Power and CommunicaSTARRY KNIGHT PROJECT tions for each spayed or to install electric smart grid inneutered dog. Li“A Calling of Your Heart” frastructure equipment. censes for unaltered New Song by Rick Starr, Bonnie, Estes Park Power and Communicadogs cost $15. Owners Honey and Andrea tions will install new equipment for More Music at Starry Knight Project - Youtube the utility's smart grid Jan. 26, 2021. In must provide the rabies vaccination registration number that Available at Sgt. Peppers, order to perform this work as quickly was provided with the vaccination. A Rocky Mountain Pictures & and safely as possible, crews must turn tag is issued with the license which Rocky Mountain Gateway off power to the affected area. must be attached to the dog’s collar at The outage will begin at 9 p.m. and all times. If a dog is found at-large and could last through 10 p.m. The afnot licensed, the owner may be cited fected area is along the northern porwith municipal charges and impound tion of Graves Avenue to Community fees.

Drive to the north side of Manford AvDog licensing provides several imenue. The new equipment will help to portant health and safety benefits, inincrease the system reliability and help cluding: to reduce the number of power outages in the area. A map of the affected area can be found on the Estes Park Power Outage Public Information Map: arcg.is/0iueLu. For more information on this project, please contact Estes Park Power and Communications Administrative Assistant Sarah Clark at 970-577-3627.

A complaint has been filed in Larimer County District Court against the Town of Estes Park in relation to the Downtown Estes Loop project.

The Town does not comment on active litigation, however, a web page has

• Faster reunification of lost pets with their owners, reducing animal stress and health and safety risks • Reduced sheltering needs and lower euthanasia rates • Improved ability to plan and deliver animal services because the size, type and location of the dog population is known • Improved ability to enforce Town ordinances because owners can be identified and held accountable for the behavior of their pets Larimer County requires that dogs living in unincorporated areas of the county maintain current rabies vaccination as well as a county pet license.

For more information on county licenses, please visit www.larimer.org/clerk/recording/ pet-licenses.

For more information on Town dog licenses, contact the Estes Park Finance Department at 970-586-5331.

The Municipal Code is available via www.estes.org/municipalcode.

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EVFPD firefighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles, allowing for a faster response. On other incidents, firefighters respond to a fire station to respond in department apparatus with specialized equipment.

During the week of January 10, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 11 calls for service. This included:

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• Smoke Investigation: 2 • Odor Investigation: 1 • Service Call: 2 • Alarm: 4 • HazMat: 1 • Gas Leak: 1 Estes Valley Fire www.estesvalleyfire.org

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Notice Of Appointment To Board Of Education The Board of Education of the Estes Park School District is accepting applications from persons interested in serving on the Board of Education from the date of appointment on February 22, 2021 until the next regular biennial school election in November 2021.

To be eligible for appointment, each candidate must be a registered elector of the school district for at least twelve consecutive months prior to the date of appointment and the applicant must also be a resident of the district boundary in which the vacancy exists.

Any person who meets the qualifications and who desires to be considered

for the appointment is invited to file a written notice of such intention with the secretary of the Board of Education by February 12, 2021 at 1605 Brodie Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517 or via email at info@estesschools.org.

The Board will interview prospective candidates at their regularly scheduled public Board Meeting on February 22, 2021 @ 6:15 p. m. via Zoom.

For further information, contact: Laura Case, Board President Laura_Case@estesschools.org Heather Gooch, Secretary to the Board Designated Election Official Heather_Gooch@estesschools.org

The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

On January 15 at 10:11 p.m. police stopped a 37 year old male driver from Estes Park in the 400 block of East Wonderview Ave. The male was issued a summons by EPPD for driving while revoked and an expired registration. While in custody, he was found to be wanted on a warrant out of Weld County for DUI. The male was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On January 15 at 10:48 p.m. police stopped a 26 year old male driver from Estes Park in the 400 block of Moraine Ave. Upon investigation the male was arrested for DUI and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On January 18 at 12:58 p.m. police stopped a 69 year old female driver in the 600 block of Halbach Lane who was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. She was arrested for DUI and transported to Larimer County Jail on charges of DUI and DUI per se.

TUESDAY TRIVIA & BINGO ARE BACK! Now open for limited inside dining VETERANS SERVICES

Veterans Assistance For information, call Terry Rizzuti at 970‐599‐0850.

NOURISHING NETWORK “NEXT NODE” MEALS

Every day but Friday The Legion offers free Heat‐and‐Eat meals Saturday through Thursday. Meals are available at the Legion from 4‐6 p.m. Eat in or carryout.

Want to help keep the program available for those in our community who have a need? Send your contribution to AL Post 119, P.O. Box 127, Estes Park, CO 80517 or visit www.esteslegion.org and select the donate button. Be sure to reference the Nourishing Network.

CHECK OUT THE NEW DINNER MENU!

Served from 3 p.m. to close every day of the week Curious? See a complete copy of the menu on The Legion’s website at www.esteslegion.org.

ACTIVITIES—LIMITED SEATING

Sunday, Jan. 24 Bingo is back at 6 p.m. It’s fun for the entire family and a chance to win great cash prizes!

Tuesday, Jan. 26 Tuesday Trivia & Tunes at 6 p.m. Test your knowledge with Estes Park’s favorite host Jenn Bass.

MEETINGS

Tuesday, Jan. 26 Sunrise Rotary breakfast at 6 a.m.

Onsite meetings and activities are now being scheduled. Limited seating.

Call 970‐586‐6118 for information.

For the health and safety of our patrons, masks and social distancing are required at the Legion, and all Larimer County Health Department COVID‐19 rules will be observed.

Golden Eagle in Rocky Mountain National Park. Photo by David Kempkes

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Am I the only one in Estes Park who finds the information about COVID-19 vaccines to be confusing and somewhat intimidating? Do you, like me, have more questions than answers after going to the Larimer County Public Health website, attending vaccination seminars on Zoom or reading posts on Facebook?

Despite the hype and hopes about the vaccines, I question what to do. Should I wait to receive a “lottery” notification from UC Health? As a patient of doctors at Estes Park Health, am I even in the UCH lottery?

Two posts on Facebook say call Salud in Estes Park for an appointment. I call, call and call... the line is busy. Should I go there? Walk in without an appointment?

I’ve read that there are groups—1, 1A, 2 and so on. Those group members have target dates for being vaccinated. Depending on the source, the groups and dates vary. So, what’s my group? Must I register? If so, how and where? Or should I wait until my personal physician notifies me?

Am I crazy? Are you? No, we aren't crazy.

The confusion that’s immobilizing me, you and a majority of the townspeople of Estes Park isn't due to age. Nor is it due to gaps in our computer knowledge.

It largely results from communication regarding vaccinations constantly changing and adjustments and re-prioritizations occurring too often.

So, what to do? If you haven’t already done so, please register to receive email updates from Larimer County Public

Health at Larimer.org. The updates will help you know when—based on the vaccine distribution plan of the State of Colorado—you’ll be able to get vaccinated.

Scroll down to “COVID-19 Vaccine” at Larimer.org website. This section contains vaccination process information from the State of Colorado, Banner Health, Centura Health, Kaiser Permanente, Salud Family and UC Health.

Access the information by going to the Covid-19 Vaccine page.

The vaccine doses Larimer County receive affects the rate that vaccinating occurs. As of Saturday, January 16, 18,570 vaccinations had been administered in Larimer County, with 5.3-percent of all residents receiving one dose, and 3,892 a second dose. As vaccine availability increases, and thankfully they are increasing, the Town of Estes Park when needed will make facilities available to support an efficient and widespread vaccination process for all wanting to be vaccinated.

While awaiting resolution of the kinks in the vaccination processes and our respective turns in the vaccine line, let’s not let frustration immobilize us.

Rather let’s keep pushing back on COVID-19 by continuing to shelter in place, socially distance, wearing face coverings and washing hands often.

Further, please keep supporting each other, and believing that better days are ahead.

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Estes Park EDC Introduces 2021 Board Members As we kick off 2021, the Estes Park EDC will continue to embody our mission to build a stronger and more broadly-based economy and tax base; advise and assist existing local businesses to reach their full economic potential; and attract new businesses that create primary jobs and new employment opportunities. The EDC would like to introduce the highly valued Board members who are pivotal in providing direction, insight and contributions that support the Estes Park EDC, businesses, and community organizations.

Executive Committee: Our Board Chair, Jim McGibney, leads and represents the Board of Directors while facilitating communications between the Estes Park EDC and community leaders, investors and sustaining supporters. Christina Kraft, representing the Bank of Colorado, sits as the Vice Chair of the Board. Kraft and McGibney both serve as strong advocates of the EDC and lead invaluable efforts to form connections in the Estes Park community. Paul Pewterbaugh, property owner of Fall River Village has recently taken on responsibility of Board Treasurer.

Patrick Martchink represents the Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees, and assists the Estes Park EDC in providing economic development opportunities for the Estes Valley. Bill Van Horn, property owner of Stanley Village, is the Board Secretary. Dr. James Pickering is a strong asset to our organization and former Board Chair.

Board of Directors: Each Board member represents various community and business leaders who prioritize economic sustainability in Estes Park. Estes Park Town Administrator, Travis Machalek, and Larimer County Economic Development Manager, Adam Crow, support the EDC in its efforts to build relationships and enhance the economic sustainability of the Estes Valley. Naomi Hawf from the Estes Park Housing Authority provides clear vision about income-based and workforce housing and development, in addition to Justin Maybe leading East Avenue Development, and Melissa Westover from Westover Construction.

Vern Carda from Estes Park Health shares important knowledge on the overall health and well-being of the community. Tom Carosello from the Estes Park Recreation & Park District supports community health and wellness. Claudine Perrault from the Estes Valley Library District communicates the needs and values of the community.

Estee Rivera Murdock, representing Rocky Mountain Conservancy, keeps the EDC apprised of activities surrounding Rocky Mountain National Park. When it comes to tourism, Kevin Benes from Visit Estes Park provides important data on business visitation and growth throughout the Estes Valley.

Business property owners are a key asset to our board, including members Diane Muno (property owner of Spruce House), Greg Rosener (property owner of SkyRun – Estes Park Vacation Rentals, Inc) and Bruce Benbrook (property owner of Benbrook Plaza).

Service industries related to tourism and lodging are also represented by the Ridgeline Hotel, Nikole Stevenson from Estes Area Lodging Association, Courtney Hill from YMCA of the Rockies, Morgan Mulch and Tina Harlow from Mary’s Lake Lodge and Ingrid Bush from The Barrel.

Estes Park EDC values its connections with supporters including Donna Carlson from the Estes Chamber of Commerce, serving as an ex-officio board member. The board is also comprised of additional members to serve as liaisons including Mary Murphy from the Estes Valley Board of Realtors, John Hannon from Rocky Mountain National Park and Sheldon Rosenkrance from the Estes Park School District.

It is through our relationships with our board, business and community leaders that the Estes Park EDC is able to thrive.

We are grateful to have such a strong team supporting our mission to bring economic sustainability and growth to Estes Park. If you would like to learn more about the Board of Directors, or invest in the EDC as a sustaining supporter, please contact Adam Shake at ashake@estesparkedc.com. For more information on the Estes Park EDC, visit www.estesparkedc.com.

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Electric Vehicle Plan Presentation Jan. 26; New Fast Charging Stations Ready For Use On Tuesday, Jan. 26, Town staff will present the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and Readiness Plan (EV Plan) to the Town Board at its study session. The sixmonth EV Plan process, which kicked off in June 2020, explored several vehicle classes including electric passenger vehicles, electric bicycles (e-bikes), the Town's fleet, as well as local transit vehicles. The key goals of the planning effort were to: 1. Guide the community in making strategic decisions over the next ten years as it relates to transportation electrification.

2. Develop a strategy to support increased education and resources for electric vehicle owners, local residents and visitors.

3. Maximize the Town's existing investment in EV charging infrastructure and the new grant-funded electric trolley.

Several opportunities for community and stakeholder input were offered throughout the planning effort, including an online quiz, weekly polling questions and virtual stakeholder meetings, which saw active participation by a number of local and regional groups and individuals, including: the Estes Park Chamber of Commerce, Estes Park Economic Development Corporation, Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Larimer County, Northern Colorado Clean Cities Coalition, Rocky Mountain National Park, Local Tesla Owners Club and Visit Estes Park.

Town staff continue to welcome feedback on the Plan, which is available on the Town’s website at www.estes.org/evehicleplan. Comments can be submitted to staff by emailing Vanessa Solesbee

(vsolesbee@estes.org) or to the Town Board via the public comment form available at the following link: dms.estes.org/forms/TownBoardPublicComment. Public comments must be received by Monday, February 8 as staff plan to bring the EV Plan to the Town Board for adoption at the Board’s Regular Meeting on February 9. Meeting agendas are available at www.estes.org/boardsandmeetings. To watch Town Board meetings online, visit www.estes.org/videos.

Upon adoption, Town staff plan to move forward with several of the Plan’s recommendations. One main focus for 2021 will be increased marketing of the Town’s existing EV infrastructure to locals and visitors, as well as promotion of the Town’s new electric trolley. The Town has three, publicly-available Level 2 charging stations (located at Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue, and the Parking Structure, 691 N. St. Vrain & U. S. 36), as well as four new Level 3 “DC Fast Charging” stations, located at the Visitor Center (500 Big Thompson Avenue). The new fast-charging stations are owned and managed by Chargepoint, and have a fee for use of 0.25 cents per kilowatt hour and 0.20 cents per minute. The Level 2 charging stations are owned/managed by the Town and are free. Drivers using the Town’s EV charging stations should note the posted time limits when accessing the station.

More information about the Town’s EV Plan and available resources are available at www.estes.org/electricvehicles. For more information, contact Parking and Transit Manager Vanessa Solesbee at vsolesbee@estes.org.

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Estes Park Health Board Of Directors To Consider A Resolution To Close The EPH Living Center The following announces two public meetings to consider a resolution to close the Estes Park Health Living Center.

Closing the Estes Park Health Living Center would require a vote of the Estes Park Health Board of Directors in a public meeting, and the Estes Park Health Board of Directors has not yet had a public meeting vote on this topic.

The Estes Park Health Board of Directors will discuss a first reading of a Resolution to Close the Estes Park Health Living Center followed by an opportunity for public comment at their regularly scheduled, monthly public meeting on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 starting at 4:00 p.m.

You may register to electronically attend the January 26, 2021 4:00 p.m. GoToWebinar meeting at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4024150297851195919 A second reading of the resolution, with Board discussion and an opportunity for public comment, possibly fol-

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lowed by Board action on the resolution is scheduled for a special public Board of Directors meeting on February 1, 2021 starting at 4:00 p.m.

You may register to electronically attend the February 1, 2021 4:00 p.m. GoToWebinar meeting at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7996623136843124495 The meetings to consider the Resolution to Close the Estes Park Health Living Center follow sixteen meetings over five months of ongoing discussions involving the Estes Park Health Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team with Estes Valley community members in an attempt to find a financially viable approach to keeping the Living Center in operation. A financially viable approach to keeping the Living Center in operation has not been identified.

You may access the “Resolution to Close the EPH Living Center” at https://eph.org/our-services/living-center/ephlc-resolution/ .

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have hope. I believe things will work out.

Not everything, of course. At some point my mother— my joy—living with Alzheimer’s, is going to breathe her last. COVID isn’t going away for a long time, if ever. There are still people out there who hate anyone who isn’t just like them. There are going to be storms and fires, intolerance and violence, sickness and death. On a smaller scale, some days are going to be miserable, maybe for no understandable reason. It can’t be helped; misery is part of the human condition.

But enough good will occur that life will be worth getting up for each day, even if it’s only to sip a hot cup of coffee, hear a bird’s sweet song, or read words on a page. We may find a penny on the sidewalk, smell rain or snow in the air, write “thank you” with a brand new crayon. We can light a match, blow it out, and watch the wisp of smoke curl upward as we breathe in its burnt match scent. We can go to the United States Postal Service website and look at all the different postage stamps they sell. Many are prompts for lessons in history. Most are art. We can pour ourselves a glass of whole milk, or two percent, or one percent, skim, buttermilk, lactose-free, omega-3, soy, almond, cashew, or oat.

Milk. Who’da thunk a hundred years ago that there would be anything other than plain milk straight from a cow’s udder!

We can appreciate the day by flushing the toilet (a luxury 60 percent of the world doesn’t have), making the bed, toasting a slice of bread (and eating it without butter to fully taste the browned flavor), looking at the winter trees’ long lacy shadows stretched across the road, and mindfully listening to the sound of pebbles crunching under our feet.

These seems like little things, but sometimes, on the most doleful of days, a little thing is the only thing we can grasp and hang onto.

With hope, we know that as undesirable as a day may be, better times will come. That’s “moving into the light.” I hope 2021 will lead us in that direction.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2021 Sarah Donohoe

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There are a lot of people who feel like this year is not getting off to a stellar start. We kicked 2020 out the door at the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2021, hoping the last 10 months would tumble down the stairs, roll under the porch and fade from memory. We went to bed soon after to dream of a sparkling fresh new year. But when we woke up the next morning nothing had changed. It was still dark and cold when we got up; we still had to wear our masks—and the numbers continued to climb anyway; there was no midnight party jetsam to clean up; and the headlines bore the same old names we’d been tolerating for what seemed like For Ever.

But take heart! Russ N., my yoga instructor who guides his students in bending and stretching, focusing and breathing, letting go and “moving into the light,” shared some good news: “From December 21st, the shortest day of the year, the change [in daylight] is just two minutes a day, so in the cold early days of January we may not even perceive it. But by February 5th we've gained an hour, by March 2nd, two hours, and by March 24th we have three more hours of sunlight per day. Spring! with its renewal of life and hopefulness.” Russ calls this ‘Moving into the Light.’ He continues: “And so it is in life. We have passed through one of the darkest years most of us can recall. Fall was especially dark, with a second surge of the virus and a disputed election. We are not out of the darkness yet, but with every person who gets the vaccine, we move a little more into the light. By June, and the longest day of the year, we could see our lives opening up a bit. Hope keeps us going.”

When I was trying to make sense of a very dark time in my life, I sought counseling. One of the things my counselor said that has stuck with me is that as long as we have hope, we can survive.

When there is hopelessness, serious help is necessary. Until that day I’d not understood the vital importance of trusting in whatever comes next. I had not made the association that without hope, life is threatened. As Russ said, hope keeps us going.

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Five Fun Facts About…The Snowshoe Hare

By: Dawn Wilson This week’s featured animal is the snowshoe hare.

Named for their large back feet that work like snowshoes in their snowy winter habitat, these shy critters are common animals in Rocky Mountain National Park. Check out these other fun facts about this cute little animal.

1. Although hares and rabbits are both in the family Leporidae, they are actually separate species.

The most notable difference is that hares, including snowshoe hares, are born with their eyes open and with a full coat of fur.

Rabbits, on the other hand, are born naked and blind.

2. Snowshoe hares change their coat color in various seasons. During the summer their coats are dark brown, tan and gray but they maintain white feet. In the winter, their A snowshoe hare decided not to put up with coats turn almost pure white, mottled with a little a ground squirrel moving in on his patch of gray or brown in the under- grass. He pounced on the squirrel when he got too close. coat. This biannual molt

can take up to ten weeks to complete.

3. The range of the snowshoe hare extends from the shores of the Arctic Ocean to the higher elevations of the Rocky Mountains.

4. The population of snowshoe hares in northern boreal forests (such as in Canada and Alaska) is cyclic, meaning their numbers peak about every ten years. Research is showing that this cycle is not as dramatic in the Rocky Mountains where the snowshoe hare has more abundant food, less extremes in weather, and a wider range of predators.

5. Snowshoe hares can have two to three litters each summer with an average of three babies per litter.

A snowshoe hare in his winter white coat hides in the branches of the forest.

A snowshoe hare works on cleaning his paws on a cloudy day in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Dawn Wilson is a professional and award-winning nature photographer who lives in Estes Park year-round. You can see more of her work, join one of her Rocky tours, and purchase prints and calendars at DawnWilsonPhotography.com or follow her on Instagram: @dawnwilsonphoto.

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2020 Wildlife Rehabilitation Grant Awards Will Support Rehabilitation Efforts Across Colorado of helping animals recover from accidents or injury.”

“The rehabilitation of Colorado's wildlife species often happens quietly, by a relatively few number of qualified and licensed professionals around the state,” said John Gale, Chair of the Wildlife Reha-

This red-tailed hawk was struck by a vehicle and had severe spinal and head trauma when it was brought to the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program for rehab. With time and care it was released back to the wild again.

These great horned owl chicks went to the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program for rehab after their nest tree was cut down.

Ten recipients of Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s third annual Wildlife Rehabilitation Grants have been announced. The grants are offered by CPW to support wildlife rehabilitation efforts across the state.

“These ten grants reach across the state,” said CPW Director Dan Prenzlow.

“They include investments to expand rehabilitation facilities for the long-term and funding to help keep existing facilities open to meet public demand.”

“We had more than $48,000 in funding requests but only $16,200 in funding available,” said Jim Guthrie, Program Coordinator for the Wildlife Rehabilitation Grants Program. “There’s a big need out there. A lot of Colorado rehabbers run on shoestring budgets. They put in tremendous personal effort for the love

bilitation Grants Board. “They provide critical services across a diversity of species large and small - often at great personal expense. Colorado’s grant program provides important support to wildlife rehabilitators, increasing resources and allowing them to help more animals.”

The work supported through this year’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Grants includes: Flight cages and equipment to overwinter bats at the Colorado BatCREW facility in Conifer Continued construction of a new rehabilitation facility at the SonFlower Ranch in Brighton Food and medical supplies at the Rocky Mountain WildHeart center in Colorado Springs Veterinary and medical expenses at the Rocky Mountain Raptor center in Fort Collins The grant program was created through House Bill 17-1250. Funding for the grant program comes primarily from the nongame tax check-off program, along with fines from nongame wildlife-based offenses and interest income. For the first $250,000 raised annually, 10 percent is allocated to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Grant Program, which aims to provide funding specifically for wildlife rehabilitation centers.

For many rehabbers, this kind of fund-

ing fills a critical gap.

“On behalf of my fellow committee members and Colorado Parks and Wildlife professionals,” said Gale, “I want to extend our appreciation to Colorado taxpayers for their generous donations and continued investment in this highly successful grant program.”

Applications for Wildlife Rehabilitation Grant Awards are due each year in early November. For more information on the grant program and application materials, please visit the Wildlife Rehabilitation Grants page.

2020 Wildlife Rehabilitation Grant Awards Rocky Mountain WildHeart – Colorado Springs Food, supplies, medical supplies Grant Award: $2,000 Lynette Carson – Beulah Raccoon enclosure Grant Award: $3,000 Colorado BatCREW Conifer Flight cages and equipment to overwinter bats

Grant Award: $2,000 Emily Davenport - Sedalia Lead testing equipment Grant Award: $2,000 North Park Wildlife Rehabilitation Food, medical supplies, veterinary services, travel, caging materials Grant Award: $1,200 Wild Bird Rescue – Englewood Facility operations – rent, food, medical supplies Grant Award: $2,000 Shellee Lawson – Bailey Food and supplies Grant Award: $1,000 Rocky Mountain Raptor Program – Fort Collins Veterinary and medical supply expenses Grant Award: $1,000 SonFlower Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation - Brighton Concrete floors for caging and new building Grant Award: $1,000 Bill Main – Colorado Springs Food, medical supplies, veterinary services Grant Award: $1,000 Total grant awards: $16,200

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Supposedly, the idea came from Harriet Peters interactions with pampered or confused guests at the Elkhorn Lodge front desk, but numerous entries have the mark of Dave Stirling's brand of humor.

The work went through multiple printings into the 1950s, and appears with various titles, “The Infamous Dude Dictionary” and “Rocky Mountainania” among the most common.

The January series of free Estes Park Archives programs continues this Saturday, January 23, with the theme of compiling a virtual or complete Estes Park library, and identifying what should be included.

The words “Estes Park” are mentioned nowhere in this publication, but it is clear from the list of authors/ilThe fourth printing of an Estes Park-influenced diction- lustrators and the inside ary appeared in July 1939. references that “Rocky Photo courtesy Estes Park Archives Mountainania” could have originated nowhere else but Estes Did you know Estes Park produced Park. its own dictionary?

The programs cycle every half hour In 1934, three (at the time) Estes Park between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., and residents - Harriet S. Peters, Richardonly individuals wearing masks and son Rome, and Dave Stirling (Dave re- sharing the same household or last mained a full-time Estes Park resident name are permitted entry at any given until his death in 1971) - compiled a time. If you don't want to risk waiting humorous catalog of words as defined outside, please call 970-586-4889 to “out west,” complete with illustrations make a reservation.

Winter Fun On Scott Ponds

Photo by Paul J. Marcotte www.pauljmarcottephotography.com

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Colorado Hunter Jumper Association Announces Halley Moak Awarded Spirit Of Excellence Award Local English Hunt Seat rider, Halley Moak, was recently announced as the Champion Junior rider by the Colorado Hunter Jumper Association (CHJA). This CHJA Spirit of Excellence Award which Halley just received is presented to the junior rider with the highest number of points in CHJA Junior hunter and equitation combined. As the winner, Halley will have a scholarship named in her honor which will be awarded this year by the Colorado Hunter Jumper Foundation.

A senior at Estes Park High School,

Halley has been riding competitively since 2017 when she acquired her 16 -year-old off the track Thoroughbred, My King. Halley caps her high school riding career by winning both Champion Equitation Junior rider for CHJA, riding My King to the Champion Junior Hunter as well as being named Medal Champion in two divisions, one which included adult amateur riders. She was further honored to receive the CHJA 2020 Spirit of Excellence Award.

Halley has signed a letter of intent

to ride on the varsity Hunt Seat team at Midway University in Kentucky. Attending college in the Lexington, Kentucky area suits her well, for it is the “Horse Capital of the World.” Halley will head to Lexington in March, after being invited to intern at Spy Coast Farm, a premier jumper facility. She will intern in their equine rehabilitation unit. Halley plans to major in Equine Studies with concentrations in Equine Management and Equine Rehabilitation. Always with her eye on the future, her goal as a collegiate athlete is to successfully compete for the USEF Cacchione Cup.

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2020 Volunteer Coaches, Instructors And Staff Thank you to our amazing coaches, instructors and staff that helped make youth programming possible in 2020!

This year we had 60 volunteers, instructors and staff that supported everything from gymnastics to tennis to travel baseball. We could not run affordable, quality programs without the support of you ALL. In 2020 we had 1,128 program registrations that you made possible!

Volunteer Coaches and Instructors• Edgardo Acedo • Kara Baker • Mike Balduzzi • Mark Baudino • Matt Beers • Brian Berg • Dave Boon • Gabe Cabrera • Dave Caddell • Zach Domina • Kayla Downey • Aaron Florence • Davina Gladson • Mark Glorioso • Brian Goddard • Sarah Goddard • Nick Gooch • Luis Guadarrama • Adam Hochstetler • Michael Hodges • Amber Johnson • Jay Johnston • Justin Kearney • Nate Kinley • Maya Kiser • Jeff Klipstein • Jesse Kosch • Mario Lopez • Aaron Loos • Alysa Mattingly • Pete Maxwell • Paul Mieszala • Ty Nagl • Brooke O’Brien • Curt Plassmeyer • Katie Plassmeyer • Kevin Reed • Charlie Reynar • Ilah Reynar • Nathanael Romig • Tony Salerno • Dustin Smith • Jared Stafford • Eric Throne • Jason Weber Rec Staff• Mikey Bird • Terry Bogener • Julie Bunton • Megan Hartzog • Linda Lambert • Steve LaMont • Eric Miller • Kelly Nohl • Rocky Nohl • Nolan Oberg

• Greg Overton • Lauren Pavlish • David Pierce • Katie Plassmeyer • Anita Shotts • Olesya Stadnichuk • Max Swunland • Alec Throne 2020 EVRPD Coach of the Year Coach Pete Maxwell We are very excited to share that Coach Pete Maxwell has been selected as our 2020 EVRPD Coach of the Year! Pete dedicated a lot of time and effort to teaching our 9U travel team the game of baseball. They started practices in late April and finished the season in late July.

The team was part of Longmont Baseball League and finished the season with a dramatic walk-off win in the championship game of the tournament. From the onset of the season, Coach Pete was determined to ensure that every player learned the game the right way. He took time to work with each player. Coach Pete was especially good at taking the time to explain situational baseball and the fundamentals.

About a month after baseball, Coach Pete started coaching for our fall soccer program. Though soccer is not as familiar to Pete, he still took the time to engage with the players effectively and helped them improve.

Coach Pete exemplifies all the attributes found in Positive Coaching Alliance philosophies and is, “A catalyst for a positive youth sports culture. ” No kid is left behind on Coach Pete’s teams.

Here are some of the things his players said when asked, “What makes Coach Pete a good coach? ” “Coach Pete is serious about playing fair. And he took the time to teach me how to play well both on and off the field. ” -Theodore, #13 “Coach Pete helps me get better. ” -Johan, #7 “Coach Pete is very patient with all of us boys. I like him and Grant. ” – Colby, #9 “He is really good at explaining baseball. Coach Pete is a nice guy. ” – Dalton, #8 “Coach Pete is always appreciative. He also can cope with any problems he encounters. ” -Isaac, #11 “Coach Pete is the best coach. He takes time to teach us things we don’t know and we have fun. ” Harry, #30 Past Recipients of the EVRPD Coach of the Year AwardMark Baudino Byron Francis Tonya Francis Curt Plassmeyer Katie Plassmeyer Tony Salerno

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Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Treated More Than 3,000 Animals in 2020 Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, located in Lyons, is the only rehabilitation center of its kind that cares for birds, waterfowl and mammals from north of Pueblo to the Wyoming border.

Greenwood staff did not let the current

pandemic stop them from caring for wild animals in 2020. After making several adjustments to how the center would operate, they remained open all of last year to orphaned, sick or injured wildlife.

Pictured are just a few of the nearly 3,200 animals they treated last year.

These included more than 175 species – 1,595 birds, 469 ducks, geese, and other waterfowl, and 1,122 mammals (squirrels, raccoons, rabbits, foxes, marmots,

and more).

If you find orphaned, injured, or sick wildlife, please call Greenwood at 303823-8455 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily.

For after-hours information, go to their website at www.greenwoodwildlife.org.

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‘WHOLE LOT OF SHAKING GOING ON!”

In the early days of ‘Rock and Roll’, Jerry Lee Lewis, (no, he’s not my cousin), recorded a song with the above title. If it were on the charts today, it would be a perfect summation of what is happening in our society right now. There have been few times in our nation’s history that there has been more ‘shaking’ going on, than right now. And, just perhaps, this week it will be even more true than of others.

Our week began with the celebration memorializing the life a man who did a lot of, what millions believe, was a much-needed ‘shaking’ for a society that needed to be ‘waked up’. From there we moved to an inauguration that would take place with a lot of ‘shaking’ involved: ‘shaking’ of anger and rage on the part of some, and ‘shaking’ of fear and trepidation on the part of many others. It is a good time to take a close look at our own ‘shaking’. What causes it and what we can do about it?

We often witness, in our day and time, the ‘shaking’ of rage. We read of incidents of ‘road rage’ and other such actions that actually cause a person to ‘shake’, they are so angry. It certainly is seen in this day of political unrest and protests. Recent attacks on the nation’s capital and other locations, certainly display the ‘shaking’ anger and rage on the part of some, and there are multiplied millions of others who harbor such anger at home. Every time we witness a racially-focused protest or hear speeches by persons impacted by perceived injustice, we usually see that same rage ‘shaken-ness’. So, ours is a day when there is a ‘whole lot of shaking’ going on.

Another, even more wide-spread, ‘shaking’ going on, is that resulting from fear. This past year has been one of never-ending fear for most people. Of course, there is the fear of catching the Covid-19 virus. This is a very valid fear, and where people naively refuse to consider that danger, and work to avoid contamination, there are usually rather grim consequences. But, there are more ‘shakings’ than just the virus, for many. There is the widespread fear of losing one’s business or income. There is the fear of the changes that lie ahead with a new administration, with changes relative to immigration, taxes, stimulus checks, the stock market, the threats from other nations…the list goes on and on. All of these should serve to ‘awaken’ us out of any ‘slumber’ or lethargy that we might have drifted into, as a nation, and in our personal life.

I’m sure that most of us do not like to be ‘shaken’, especially by things of this magnitude.

Therefore, let me remind us of some of the things that we can do to keep from being overwhelmed by these ‘shakings’. One thing we can do, is to draw more closely to Him Who is never ‘shaken’. In the Bible, David wrote: “He alone is my Rock and my Salvation, He is my Fortress. I will never be shaken.” (Psalm 62:2) Jesus once told a story of a man who built his house upon the sand, and ‘the rains descended, the floods came, and the wind blew’ and that house fell. He contrasted that house with one that was ‘built upon a rock’, that withstood the ‘shaking’ of the storms and stood firmly.

This Sunday, at our in-person, socially corrected and prepared service, we will be looking at the wonderful and appropriate (especially for a time like this) subject of ‘Hope’:The Anchor of the Soul’. (No more ‘shaking’ going on!) We invite you to join us at 10:30 for that study. In the meantime, for your consideration and encouragement, I close with words from John Maxwell on this subject. “What does hope do for mankind?

• Hope shines brightest when the hour is the darkest!

• Hope motivates when discouragement comes!

• Hope energizes when the body is tired!

• Hope sweetens when bitterness bites!

• Hope sings when the melodies are gone!

• Hope believes when the evidence is eliminated!

• Hope climbs over obstacles, when no one is helping!

• Hope endures hardship when no one is caring!

• Hope brings the victory when no one is winning!”

Thanks, John Maxwell, for those words of encouragement God bless.

Bob Lewis

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu January 25 – 29 Monday, Jan 25

Breakfast Burrito (eggs, cheese, refried beans & potatoes in floured tortilla) w/ green chili on the side Tuesday, Jan 26 Monte Cristo Sandwich (ham, turkey, Swiss & cheddar cheese on Texas bread) w/ homemade chips Wednesday, Jan 27 Hot Roast Beef Sandwich w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetables Thursday, Jan 28 Chicken Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad Friday, Jan 29 Shrimp Platter (4 grilled & 4 fried) w/ Rice Pilaf & soup

February 1 – 5 Monday, Feb 1

Chicken Quesadilla w/ soup of the day

Tuesday, Feb 2

BBQ Pork Ribs (4) w/ Baked Beans & coleslaw

Wednesday, Feb 3

Crispy Chicken BLT Sandwich w/ potato salad

Thursday, Feb 4

Vegetarian Pasta Primavera, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, Feb 5

Trout (4 oz) w/ Baked Potato & soup

All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Jan 25th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Jan 22nd. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane and at estesparkseniors.org The Center is still closed; no activities. Now is the time to Join/Renew Membership for 2021! Meals-to-Go will be delivered to your vehicle at the Senior Citizens Center! Pick up times 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org

One Book One Valley: Things You Might Not Know About The Author You may have heard the exciting news that bestselling author Kim Michele Richardson is our special guest on Saturday, January 30. It’s the grand event of the One Book One Valley series, all the more special after a challenging past year. Why not share an evening with friends and neighbors as we come together for a conversation in celebration of books, learning and literacy?

Kim Michele is as excited as we are about this opportunity. Your “ticket” awaits— sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org, and we’ll send you the Zoom link. Just think — no need to dress up fancy or warm the car on a chilly evening — you can watch the live program right from a comfy chair in your living room.

We’ll learn about the history that informs the acclaimed novel, “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek.” It was inspired by the real life blue-skinned people of Kentucky, and the fierce, brave Packhorse Librarians, who used the power of literacy to overcome bigotry, and fear, during the Great Depression.

The author will give unique insights into all these themes, which she researched extensively. And—as is always the joy of an author talk—we come away feeling a personal connection to the writer.

We invited Kim Michele to share some intriguing facts about her life, her inter-

ests, and her quirks. Here is what she had to share.

She writes: • “I’m a Kentuckian.”

• “I spent my first 10 years of life in a rural orphanage, then on to foster care to become homeless at 14.”

• “I have two rescue dogs, one a Hurricane Harvey rescue, Nessie, and another a Covid rescue, Henny, who was found wandering the streets.”

• “I’m terrified of being stung and once stopped busy highway traffic to get a wasp out of my car. Another time, I woke up one morning to dozens and dozens of wasps crawling on me and my cat sitting on my head. I still haven’t been stung.”

• “Before marrying, I dated a rock star.”

• “I used to build houses for Habitat for Humanity and am pretty good with tools.”

• “With the advance from ‘Book Woman’, I built a tiny home called Shy Rabbit for underserved writers around the country to come and have a calm, quiet place to write and create, and which I offer scholarships for.”

Ready to spend an hour with this fascinating author? It’s as easy as signing up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

What if you haven’t finished or even started the book by January 30? Worry not: join the Zoom presentation and you can delve fully into the book afterward.

In the meantime, paperback copies of “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” are available for check-out, along with the eBook and eAudiobook for download. Our appreciation to the Library Lovers of the Estes Valley Friends & Foundation for making this exciting event possible.

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An Evening With Eleanor Roosevelt: A One Book One Valley Event

In celebration of this year's One Book One Valley, the library is pleased to welcome performer Susan Marie Frontczak appearing in the role of Eleanor Roosevelt. As First Lady, Roosevelt was a champion of the Packhorse Librarian Project, which is the subject of this year’s featured title, “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek.” The presentation will take

Showtimes For Jan 22 – Jan 25 THE MARKSMAN (PG-13) Runtime: 108min

Friday at 7:30p and 10:00p Saturday at 4:30p and 7:30p Sunday at 1:15p and 7:30p Monday at 4:30p and 7:30p

WONDER WOMAN 1984 (PG-13) Runtime: 151min

Friday - Monday at 4p and 7p Late Night: Friday at 10p Matinees: Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at 1p

NEWS OF THE WORLD (PG-13) Runtime: 118min

Friday at 4:15p and 9:30p Saturday at 1:15p and 4:15p Sunday at 4:15p and 7:15p Monday at 1:15p and 7:15p

THE CROODS: A NEW AGE (PG) Runtime: 90min

Friday at 4:30p and 7:15p Saturday at 1:30p and 7:15p Sunday and Monday at 1:30p and 4:30p

Super Saver Matinees (before 3pm) Children (ages 3-11) - $7 Adults (12 & up) - $8

Regular Admission Children (ages 3-11 years) - $7 Adults (12 & up) - $11 Seniors (62+) - $9 Students (12-19 w/ ID) - 9

place live on Zoom on Tuesday, January 26 at 7 p.m.

Eleanor Roosevelt was the first presidential spouse to take on more of a public role, and she used her position at the White House to advance her own causes and to be her husband’s “eyes and ears” while traveling the nation. This program is presented with no imaginary “fourth wall” between the historical figure and the audience.

It will be held in a “Chautauqua” format, consisting of a monologue in character, followed by Q&A with Mrs. Roosevelt, and then a Q&A out-ofcharacter where Frontczak will share her insights as the scholar and performer. Since 2001, Frontczak has presented over 800 Living History programs in 42 of the United States and nine countries abroad since 2001.

One Book One Valley programs are made possible through the generous donors of the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation. To register for Tuesday’s program, sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org, and you’ll receive an email 24 hours before the program that includes the Zoom link.

Adam Orozco 10th Grade

Congratulations to Adam Orozco, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for January 22, 2021.

A school activity Adam enjoys is taking a weight training class. He said, “Weight training is my favorite class, because I get to work out with my friends and do something that we all enjoy for school credit. Being able to work out during school makes the class even better.” Adam is excited that he recently got his driver’s permit and he is working on getting his license so he can drive when and where he wants to.

Outside of school Adam enjoys playing video games and hanging out with his friends. He especially likes action games because they all get to team up and achieve a goal together.

Adam’s favorite quote is “Don’t trust nobody, even your shadow leaves when you’re in the dark.” He said, “This quote reminds me that you can’t always trust everyone you meet. When you trust the wrong people, they can leave you when you are in the dark (depressed, anxiety, etc.). Trusting the wrong people can cause you to get hurt.”

After high school he plans to go to Mexico to go to a trade school and study to become a plumber.

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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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library HOURS & SERVICES Current Open Hours: Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Library collections are open, with seating limited to a few public computers, due to current social-distancing guidelines. The second floor and all meeting and study rooms are closed for now. Curbside pick-up service and 24/7 outdoor Wi-Fi are available. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Curbside Service by Appointment Place holds in the catalog, then watch for an email notice, and schedule a convenient pick-up time. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

ONE BOOK ONE VALLEY “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” The 2021 One Book One Valley is “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” by Kim Michele Richardson, as chosen by Estes Valley readers. Paperback copies are available for check-out.

Other formats include large print, audiobook, and digital eBook. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Featured Event: An Evening with Kim Michele Richardson Saturday, Jan. 30, 7 to 8 p.m., via Zoom.

Meet First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, who championed many New Deal programs including the Packhorse Librarian Project. A living-history portrayal by storyteller-historian Susan Marie Frontczak. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Journal Decorating: Grab & Go for Adults Now available to reserve.

Decorate a keepsake journal, in celebration of One Book One Valley. Takehome kit includes a blank journal, a glue stick, envelopes, and scrapbooking paper. Reserve at estesvalleylibrary.org.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Two-part Discussion: “Why Does He Do That?”

Thursdays, February 4 and 18, 6 to 7:30 p.m., via Zoom.

Saturday, Jan. 23, 2:30 to 3 p.m., on In this groundbreaking bestseller, Zoom.

Lundy Bancroft, a counselor who speThis animated movie is based on the cializes in working with abusive award-winning children’s book, espemen—helps readers recognize when cially recommended for grades 2 they are being controlled or devalued, through 5. The book honors a special and to find ways to get free of an abupart of American history—the Pack sive relationship.

Held in partnership Horse Librarians, who helped inspire untold numbers of children to become with Estes Valley Crisis Advocates.

Register at estesvalleylibrary.org and lifetime readers. Register at receive a complimentary copy of the estesvalleylibrary.org. book.

An Evening with Eleanor KIDS & FAMILY Roosevelt Preschool and Baby Tuesday, Jan. 26, 7 to 8 p.m., via Storytimes Online Zoom.

New each week on YouTube.

Children ages 0 to 6 and their families can enjoy stories, songs, puppets and activities, online each week with new themes. See the upcoming roster at estesvalleylibrary.org and watch previous recordings on the library’s YouTube channel.

DIY Grab-and-Go Kit: “My Book of Opposites” Now available, while supplies last.

Take home an early-literacy readaloud kit that includes the children’s book “My Book of Opposites,” complete with an activity sheet and learning materials. Visit The grand-finale event features a talk and Q&A with the bestselling author. She will discuss her research into Kentucky’s “blue-skinned” people and the legacy of the Packhorse Librarian Project. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Kids’ Movie Matinee: “That Book Woman”

estesvalleylibrary.org/collections/kits to reserve a copy.

Family Book Read-Along and Discussion: “Hilda and the Black Hound”

Wednesday, January 27, 4:30 to 6 p.m., on Zoom.

Read along to the fourth in this series of magical adventures featuring the popular blue-haired heroine, Hilda. After the Jan. 27 read-along, families will discuss the book on Friday, January 29 from 1 to 2 p.m. Ideal for readers ages 6 to 10. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org and receive a complimentary copy of the book.

BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN College Planning One-on-One January appointments available.

College planning—from choosing a school to financial aid—is made easier by a one-on-one telephone visit with Kaye Orten, retired Vice Chancellor for Student Financial Services at CUBoulder. Visit the “Book-a-Librarian” link at estesvalleylibrary.org to learn more and schedule an appointment.

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Cliffhanger Used Books, operated by the Library Friends & Foundation, is open Mondays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. (closed on Tuesdays). The store is located at 191 W. Riverside Drive. The Classics Section is on sale during January: $2 hardcover; $1 paperback, plus tax.

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Estes Park Thompson Group Joins Keller Williams Realty Partners Scott Thompson, award winning Coldwell Banker agent, joins Keller Williams Realty Partners and forms The Thompson Group, along with Sarah Metz, Karen Thompson, and Andrew Limmiatis.

Thompson chose Keller Williams Realty Partners because the company’s values and culture align with his own.

Additionally, Keller Williams systems, tools, and people offer him the leverage he needs to take his business to the next level. Prior to his career in real estate, Thompson worked for 25 years as Chief Financial Officer and also owned two convenience stores.

Scott draws on his extensive business background to help his real estate clients make educated decisions about one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. He and Karen, his wife of nearly forty years, work together in their real estate business, with Karen providing administrative support. The couple serves the Estes community through their involvement in Summit Church and The Rotary Club of Estes

Park.

Metz became licensed in 2018 and has launched an incredibly successful real estate career by building relationships, listening to her customers, and helping them achieve their goals. She currently serves as a Director on the Estes Valley Board of Realtors®.

Keller Williams Realty Partners mission is to build careers worth having, businesses worth owning, lives worth living and legacies worth leaving. For more information, contact Jeff Abel, Operating Principal, Keller Williams Realty Partners, at (719) 494-3389 or JeffAbel@theabelteam.com.

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The 100 Years: A Celebration of Women stories project has now come to an end. The task force "The 19th Amendment and the Extraordinary Women of the Estes Valley" has been able to host just a few celebratory events but these stories have been the mainstay for over a year. I have enjoyed being the curator of the stories and have one more duty to perform. All of these stories are to be collected into a booklet and published so that all of those who wish to have a complete collection may do so. We hope to have the booklet available in March and will publish the details as they are finalized. In this way, many contributions to the community of the Estes Valley will be celebrated and archived for the future. Kent Smith

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In 1965, Marcia Duell moved to Estes Park with her young family, she right away began investing in this community. The Duell family found their church home at Community Church of the Rockies, where Marcia served children and families as a Sunday school teacher, Vacation Bible school leader, and in church leadership.

Her impulse to serve led her to drive delivery routes for Meals on Wheels, volunteer with the local Elizabeth Guild auxiliary, and organize gift drives and mission trips for the Sioux Indian Christmas project for 20+ years. As her children grew up, she attended countless Boy Scout and Girl

Scout meetings and activities, and for many years she bundled up warmly to help manage the Estes Park Christmas Parade.

Marcia chaired another local effort, the Mountain Home Parade, raising funds for the Estes Park Historical Museum. As a businesswoman, she garnered recognition by the American Association of University Women and was named Realtor of the Year (1988).

Her neighbors in the Charles Heights Neighborhood Association benefited greatly from her expertise in zoning and property matters. For 55 years Marcia Duell has lovingly and tirelessly helped to make Estes Park a great place for families to live.

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In the summer of 1928, Margaret Fuller Boos became the first female ranger naturalist. She led hikes and taught evening programs. She would usually wear the same uniform as the men.

Margaret had recently got her PHD in geology and did research for a com-

prehensive geology guide for the front range. She wrote over 20 articles for Nature Notes and also created a geology guide for the park. She was offered a permanent position in 1921, but she turned it down to work with her husband elsewhere. Later, she helped establish the geology department at the University of Denver.

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Eco-Sense

Returning from WWI, there was an inclination to leave the self-generated livelihood in the rural community of your parents and move to a job where there was guaranteed income. However, someone else controlled the work hours, the tasks, and the amount of that income. The Great Depression was, in large part, caused by this switch from a self-sustaining agricultural economy to one driven by consumption – when not everyone had the money to sufficiently consume. That type of economy needs time to come to fruition. By the 1950s, with the pursuant development of credit, people could “buy now, pay later” and they did - leading businesses to borrow in order to produce to meet demand. This stabilized demand and fed the economy but our society moved from barter to cash to a credit based system.

John Maynard Keynes stated that “Supply creates its own demand.” And so it can. Advertising and product development began, with the Madison Avenue of the 50s, to drive, not respond, to sales. Prime examples: each year’s new car, the popularized color of the fashion (or decorating) season, and of course, “rinse and repeat.”

So, over time, we have changed the definition of “money supply” and the source of “demand,” but, regardless, the success of the economy is still dependent upon how many times money changes hands before it leaves the community. It is possible for the large corporations to do well but the neighborhood shops to struggle, or vice-versa.

Obviously, the economy as a whole responds poorly to disasters, whether they be flood, fire, pandemic, violence, or anything else that distracts – or makes us worry about next months rent and groceries.

Whether recession relief comes from “trickle down” economics or direct subsidies to those whose income has suffered, placing it into the mainstream spending pattern of the community will bring the most relief. George W. Bush was right when he told us to spend after the 9-11 attack and the current personal subsidies (and small business assistance) will help us do so right now. Our financial success can

clearly depend upon spontaneous optimism. When people feel secure, they spend a larger percent of the available money – and spending is the key.

Another circular economy is the ecological effort to recover materials. This not only reduces the cost of product creation for the manufacturer, it often saves the cost of disposal. Material recovery reduces the energy used in manufacture, effectively reducing the cost as well. The money saved often goes to the cost of employees, especially if products are collected in single stream recycling.

On the consumer side, those savings can be invested in reusables to replace the single use items causing the waste that is threatening our planet. After eliminating our use of paper towels, I was amazed at how much my own household had been spending annually for something that was expended to the landfill – and that reduction continues without interruption during the pandemic. Today, we no longer buy plastic bags for the kitchen, paper towels, Kleenex, paper plates and cups, disposable cleaning cloths, or “plasticware” utensils – among other items.

Still, the circular economy from customer to employer to employee (who is someone’s customer) is the primary circle to reestablish the status quo from the recent recession. However, there are other beneficial circles as well. Money invested in a company (or its products) is expected to pay employees, rent and utilities, and invest in materials to make product for sale.

This keeps these companies vibrant and successful; allowing them to remain in business after the emergency is over.

If there are companies you treasure, now is the time they need your patronage. Likewise, if someone passes part of the stimulus on to a non-profit, the non-profit pays employees, rent, other expenses and then contributes to the community, all of which become fluid finances in the community economy – and continue to change hands exponentially.

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The Scarf “The greatest gift you ever give is your honest self.” Fred Rogers In October of 2019, I gave my daughter Ashley knitting lessons and related supplies for her birthday. I had tried to teach her how to knit at different times during her childhood, but it wasn’t until she reached 30 years that she really expressed an interest. So one weekend she came to visit and off we went to The Stitching Den for her lesson with the delightful and oh so patient Alison Bell.

Ashley is an artist at heart and with Alison’s guidance she quickly grasped the mechanics of knitting. To my delight, her interest was keen and she set out to make a scarf as her first project.

As life happens, curveballs come their way and the knitting project was put aside.

During the late summer, and early fall Ashley came to visit me with her housemates Myriah and Rylie. Little Rylie is Myriah’s seven year old daughter and another creative spirit. I loved sitting with all of them as we ‘social distanced’, knit and munched on snacks outside on my patio. Ashley’s project was coming along, slowly but surely. The afternoon was perfect; remaining a sweet picture in my heart.

As the holiday season approached, I reminded Ashley that I didn’t want her spending her hard earned money on me. The pandemic had limited her income and I didn’t want her to overspend as she might, being led by her generous spirit and love of giving.

During one of our daily phone calls, she spoke of her Christmas shopping and I reminded her “Honeybunch, please don’t spend any money. These are tough times and everyone will understand. You can write me a poem or something and it will be perfect.” “Oh, don’t worry, Mom, I’ve already taken care of your gift and you’re going to LOVE it.” Again, my secret fear creeped in that she may have over-

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So Christmas Day finally arrived, my husband Scott and I loaded up the car to visit our kids in each of their Denver area homes and socially distance as we shared our gifts, love and wishes for a “Merry Christmas.”

When we arrived at Ashley’s home, we had to stay outside of the front glass door and communicate, as all the girls had been exposed to the dreaded Covid-19 virus. (Testing a few days later, it came back negative) We talked with Ashley, Myriah and Rylie and gingerly passed gifts through the open door. What I wanted more than anything was to hug my sweet daughter, but we knew the risks and she was adamant that we not take any chances.

Once again, I really appreciated her love and protective nature towards my health and me.

Conversation continued and soon it was time to go. Ashley and Myriah insisted that I open my gift from them, right there on the stoop. They both said that they really wanted to watch my expression!

With my curiosity peaked, I opened their beautifully wrapped gift, and there, sitting in the wrapping was the scarf that Ashley had so patiently and lovingly created. It was at least five feet long and I can only imagine how long it took to create this piece. Around the edges, Myriah had crocheted a contrasting border. I was stunned. All this work was done as a gift for me!

My heart was full; they had given me the greatest gift; the gift of time and of themselves. It is one that I will cherish for always.

Maggie Cotreau is a life /executive coach and facilitates leadership development workshops for VDG Global.

She is also a licensed Celebrant for weddings and funerals in Estes Park.

She also sits on the Foundation Board of Estes Park Quota Club.

Email: maggie.cotreau@gmail.com.

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Lori Lynn Person Lori Lynn Person, 75, of Estes Park, Colorado, passed away on 12/3/2020 from complications from surgery. She was born to parents Joseph & Patricia Pagel on 11/23/1945 in Denver, Colorado.

Lori graduated from South High School in Denver in 1962. After two seasons living in Vail, Lori moved back to Denver and met her future husband Larry, whom she married in 1969 and had her only son David with, in 1974. The family moved to Alaska for several years in the 1970s which Lori described as one of the most cherished times in her life. Relocating to Arvada in the 1980s, Lori began to develop a strong passion for assisting the elderly community, and went back to school to further her education in geriatric studies. She worked as a social worker and manager of a retirement complex in Arvada. Lori loved making the residents smile and looked forward to bringing joy to their lives each day she came to work. Lori loved the outdoors and enjoyed hiking, cross country skiing, wildlife watching, photography, the art of Thomas Mangelson, and the inspiring words of Maya Angelou. Lori always made the effort to give unconditionally to all those around her, and went out of her way to make others feel special, even if

she wasn't feeling well or was having a bad day.

Lori was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Patricia Pagel. She is lovingly survived by her son David and ex-husband Larry. Lori was the best mother, wife, role model, and genuine friend, anyone could ask for.

She will always be cherished, remembered and loved by the many who had the blessing to know her.

A celebration of Lori's life is scheduled for February 13, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Evangelical Church, 451 Promontory Dr. Estes Park, CO. 80517.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any gifts or donations go to the Solve ME/CFS Initiative, which works to develop cures and treatments for those suffering with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. https://solvecfs.org/donate/

A Special Thank You In these extremely difficult times of isolation, fear, countless issues for so many people, as well threats to our ways of life I am prompted to write this tribute to the health care available to our Community, even though I am aware of the heartfelt concerns regarding our Prospect Park. For me personally, it is an especially sad and challenging time, as my dear husband Frank just passed away.

It seems that this is exactly the right time for me to thank the health community for the excellent, compassionate and professional care that they collectively provided us over the years, especially these last few months. Timberline Medical Center, where Curt Weibel and his team directed Frank’s care with such concern and the care was extraordinary. Estes Park Health plus all its component parts—the doctors, especially Doctors’ Daley, Furmaga, McLellan, Stoltz, Woodward

and Home Health Care and Hospice, with their incredible nurses and counselors that were responsible for the quality of the last months of Frank’s life.

I also want to mention the fine care provided by the HomeInstead caregivers. They truly are wonderful people and I admire not only their knowledge and expertise, but also their warmth and caring. I only wish I could mention every person who made her/his special contribution, but the list is way too long!

Our dear friends (you all know who you are), too, have been loving, caring and thoughtful throughout these last months, and of course always. We could not have been gifted with more love, respect and caring anywhere else.

We are grateful to be part of this community.

With love and gratitude, Donna Shavlik

Franklin H. Shavlik Community Leader Dead at 85 Frank was born on May 6, 1935 in Denver, Colorado where he attended Denver Public Schools, graduating in 1953 from South High School. After he took a year off to go to the Bahamas to be in a film on sharks, he graduated from Columbia University in 1958.

Frank served in the National Guard after college and sold insurance until he became Executive Director of The Voice of Youth, a nonprofit organization that encouraged young people to engage in public affairs with a focus on public service as a career choice. He encouraged and guided them in the public opinion pieces they wrote weekly for The Denver Post. They also had a weekly television program where they interviewed outstanding public servants who visited the Denver area. In 1961, he married Donna Lee Younger and they lived on the campus of Colorado Woman’s College in Denver, where Donna was Director of Activities for the College.

After four years, they moved to Lawrence, Kansas where they served as residence hall directors at the University of Kansas (KU), while working on graduate degrees. Frank, then, worked with the Student Union, and subsequently became Assistant Dean of Men. This was the time of deep social change nationwide in dealing with campus responses to racial awareness on campus and in Lawrence, social unrest due to the Viet Nam War, women’s rights, and gender identity. He and Donna, then Assistant Dean of Women worked with the student activists on campus. In 1970 they left KU, lived in their Winnebago, and did consulting and workshops on student leadership for colleagues around the country.

They moved to Newark, Delaware and Frank was recruited for a position as Director of Training for the National Drug Abuse Training Center (NDATC) in The District of Columbia. This required a move closer to DC and the Shavlik’s moved to Garrett Park Maryland in 1973. Frank completed his PhD in 1975 in Education/School Psychology and Guidance/Counseling from the University of Kansas.

After completing his work at the NDATC, Frank was attracted to an ad for the Executive Director of People’s Place located in Milford, Delaware. Now there were two households to care for and lots of commuting back and forth between Delaware and Maryland.

Over the next 20 years, Frank was able to develop and grow People’s Place into a full-service community mental health agency serving the lower two counties of Delaware. Services included individual counseling, halfway housing for young people coming out of foster care, home for veterans (The Home of the Brave), the first safe house (in Delaware) for victims of sexual abuse, and transition

housing for the victims as well. The Agency has expanded to meet current needs and now serves people of all three Delaware counties.

In 1998, the Shavlik’s returned home to Colorado and settled in Estes Park. Frank immediately became involved in the community by serving on the then Larimer County Mental Health Committee, by working on the team of folks who ran the Farmer’s Market, and by helping out the victims of the Storm Mountain Fire.

After meeting many wonderful advocates from the community, Frank worked with many of them to start the Estes Park Non-Profit Resource Center, The Restorative Justice Program, and a Safe House for the Estes Valley Victim Advocates (now Crisis Advocates). He also was a longtime board member of the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, Estes Community Fund.

He was privileged to work with a special partner though the Partners Program.

Finally, he was on two HOA Boards.

Frank leaves behind his wife of nearly 60 years, Donna, a sister, Donna Wyman of Parker, Colorado and her children— David Madison, Mark Madison, Lauri Demel, Daryle Wyman and their special families. He and Donna also have four godchildren, Katie Touchton-Leondard Kasim, Kimberly Shannon Bowers Wilson, Sarah Grace Bowers Ryden and Devon Bowers and their special families as well. They also have one unofficial “foster” kid—Robert Colomaio.

Frank lived his life in service of others.

His compassion for those folks, particularly kids, who were, for one reason or another, not making it in society was a hallmark of his life’s work at People’s Place. He often went beyond what the agency could do. An illustration of this is that one time the Chief of Police of Milford was called about a kid, who stole the Communion bread from a church. The Chief clearly did not wish to put the kid in jail, so he asked Frank to help. Frank immediately said I will take care of the situation, and he did. He and Donna also are honorary grandparents to the special grandchildren of Frank’s best friend since kindergarten, Jim Peiker. The parents are Missy and Louie Feher Peiker, and the children are Louie J. Feher Peiker, Charlie Feher Peiker and Max Feher Peiker. There are many similar stories that could fill a book, but that is not appropriate here, so in closing--The world is a better place because Frank has been a part of it for 85 years. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to The Estes Park Non-Profit Resource Center (EPNPRC), The Estes Park Learning Place, The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado-the Estes Community Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice all in care of Allnutt Funeral Service 1302 Graves Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517.

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CELEBRATING

25 YEARS

HEARING & TINNITUS CARE Cory D. Workman, Au.D.

1993-2018

Phone: 970-586-5255

Design | Build | Remodel

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

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1186 Graves Ave., Ste. B Estes Park, CO 80517 Fax: 970-577-7260 drcory@estesparkaudiology.com www.estesparkaudiology.com

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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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PLUMBING AND HEATING

ROOFING

POWER GENERATION

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

• Interior/Exterior • Power Washing • Local References • Licensed & Insured

Tim Stolz, Owner • 970-518-4001• 26 Years Experience e-mail: testolz@hotmail.com • www.bestway-painting.com

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WINDOW CLEANING

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