Estes Park News, March 17, 2023

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Estes Park To Loveland Transportation Pilot Begins March 14

Beginning March 14, Via Mobility Services will offer trips from Estes Park to Loveland every Tuesday and Wednesday between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Trips must be originated and completed within this time frame due to limited driver availability. This free service is open to riders of all ages and abilities, including individuals with disabilities and older adults.

To book a trip, please call Via Mobility Services at 303-447-9636. Reservation requests should be made up to seven business days in advance to ensure availability but can be made as late as one day prior to the trip if space is available.

The Estes Park to Loveland transportation service pilot will be available through June 30, 2023, and is funded through a grant provided to Via Mobility Services through the American Automobile Association (AAA).

Longer term, staff from Via Mobility Services and the Town of Estes Park are working to identify opportunities to increase public transportation service offerings between the Estes Valley and nearby Front Range destinations like Loveland, Fort Collins, Longmont and Boulder.

See page 38 for map

Construction

Begins For US 36 & Community Drive Roundabout

Updated: Community Drive closure now anticipated March 13

Mountain Constructors will begin construction of a roundabout at the intersection of US 36 and Community Drive in March 2023. Construction of this intersection will continue through late June 2023. Working hours will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please drive with caution and follow the guidance of any traffic control signage and flaggers.

Starting approximately March 13, Community Drive will be closed at US 36 while US 36 will remain open to travel in both directions. During this closure there will be access to Stanley Park and to the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District’s dog park and indoor handgun shooting range from the south segment of Community Drive. Detour routes will be signed, including for the pedestrian tunnel under US 36 that connects the Lake Estes Trail with the Stanley Park Trail. This pedestrian tunnel will be closed during this first phase of construction.

Approximately in May, construction will commence on US 36 and travel will be limited to one traffic lane through the intersection construction zone. Travel delays should be expected as a pair of temporary traffic signal lights will allow motorists to alternately travel either east or west on the one lane road. Traffic lanes on US 36 will be open to travel in both directions during the Memorial Day weekend.

The need for improvements at the intersection of US 36 and Community Drive was identified in the traffic study prepared

in 2009 for the Town's Events Complex project. Because the new Events Complex would result in increased traffic through the US 36 and Community Drive intersection, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) designated the Town as the responsible party to determine and construct the improvements. In 2014, CDOT agreed to allow the Town to defer construction of proposed turn lanes due to the 2013 flood recovery efforts underway at that time. Since then, this project has undergone several design changes, and in 2018 a roundabout was proposed as the preferred solution. After receiving additional CDOT and Town funding, the Town bid the construction work in September 2022.

This project is managed by the Town’s Public Works Department. The construction contract was awarded to the Coloradobased Mountain Constructors, Inc., and construction oversight will be managed by consulting firm Cornerstone Engineering & Surveying, Inc. of Estes Park.

The construction of this project will improve the safety for all traffic in this intersection, particularly for westbound leftturning motorists on US 36. Completion of the project will fulfill the 2009 CDOT requirements for the intersection improvement.

For more information, visit the project webpage at www.estes.org/US36roundabout or contact Laura Blevins, Grants Specialist, at 970-577-3574 or lblevins@estes.org.

Join The Next Trustee Talk March 23

Community members are invited to join Trustees Marie Cenac and Kirby Hazelton for a Trustee Talk Thursday, March 23 at 10 a.m. in the Town Hall Board Room, 170 MacGregor Ave. This is an opportunity for community mem-

bers to discuss local issues with members of the board in an informal setting. The topics for this Trustee Talk will be the Stormwater Master Plan, road work construction projects and open discussion on local issues.

Fatal Domestic Violence Shooting Investigation

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic violence shooting.

On March 10, 2023 around 8:45 p.m., Estes Park Police received a 911 call from a woman who provided an address on Button Rock Road in Pinewood Springs (southeast of Estes Park on Highway 36). Dispatch then heard yelling and the sound of gunshots. Law enforcement from Estes Park Police, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, and Larimer County Sheriff’s Office responded emergent to the scene.

First responders entered the home where they located a deceased man and a woman with life-threatening injuries. A handgun was also recovered from the scene. The woman was transported by helicopter to an area hospital; however, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased.

This case is being investigated as a murder-suicide. Based on evidence gathered at the scene and autopsy, investigators determined that both parties lived in the home. The Larimer County Coroner will provide their identities and official cause and manner of death at a later time.

“The sudden loss of two lives has a lasting impact on families, friends, and first responders,” said Captain Bobby Moll, who leads the LCSO Investigation Division. “Calls like this are traumatic for all involved, and I want to commend the dispatchers, deputies, and medical crews who did everything they could in a very difficult situation. We will continue to support the affected families in the challenging days and weeks ahead.”

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Investigator Jesse Ihnen at 970-498-5165. People who wish to remain anonymous can also contact Crime Stoppers of Larimer County at 970-221-6868 or www.stopcriminals.org.

LCSO would like to thank Estes Park Police, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, and UCHealth LifeLine for their rapid response and assistance with this case. Domestic violence impacts individuals and families in many communities. If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner abuse, resources are available here in Larimer County. Learn more on the Crossroads Safehouse website at crossroadssafehouse.org Also see below.

Estes Valley Crisis Advocates Are Here In Estes Park To Help

Estes Valley Crisis Advocates have domestic violence resources right here in Estes Park.

From Rosemary Truman, Program Director: “We have a domestic violence safehouse located in Estes Park and have advocates available 24/7 (office number:

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

On March 3/08/2023 at 8:49 p.m. police were called to the 800 block of Crabapple Lane on a report of domestic violence.

On scene, they contacted a 43 year old Estes Park male and charged him with second degree assault, third degree assault and domestic violence. He was ar-

970-577-9781, after hours number 970586-4000). Also, Estes Valley Crisis Advocates now has a texting capable crisis and resource hotline! Text us at 1-513970-3822 (this is a text only line) All services are free and confidential. We’re here for you!”

rested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On 3/08/2023 at 5:56 p.m. police contacted a 35 year old male driver from Estes Park on a traffic stop due to having an arrest warrant for violation of a protection order in the 500 block of Steamer Parkway. The male was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

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 March 5, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 8 calls for service. This in-

cluded:

• Emergency medical (assist EPH): 2

• Alarm Activation: 1

• Gas Leak: 1

• Lock-out: 1

• Smoke Investigation: 2

• Assist: 1

Women Of Impact

Two Wednesday’s ago, I was a guest at a gala gathering held at The Barrel. The event, hosted by the Estes Area Chamber of Commerce, was to recognize 30 local Women of Impact for their service to the community. During a brief lull in the action, I considered the many contributions the women in attendance had made. As I did, I wondered what themes bound us together? What traits did we share? What was the source of our impact?

Looking around the room—as women talked with women—it became apparent to me that respect for others was a common theme of all the women. An essential aspect, I suspected of how they successfully solve problems, resolve conflicts and get things done. Continuing to look around, I saw lots of listening. Not the nod-your-head-and-smile sort of listening that typically characterize interactions at events such as this, but a genuine, heartfelt effort to discern what a person truly wants to convey. Listening wasn’t happening in just one or

two of the conversations, it was happening in nearly all of them. Eavesdropping on nearby conversations, I heard empowering and uplifting words. Encouragement to push on, grow, overcome, and so on. Listening even more closely, I could see that for the women, their words and messages were about increasing the independence, not dependence of others. They were about helping people reach full potential, and understood that listening enabled that to happen. As end of the gala approached, and the energy of the room-wide conversation began to dissipate, I was left to think about what effect each woman has had on Estes Park. I thought about how I had come to the gala believing we would recognize what each, and all had done. But after being together with them, and despite the impressiveness as their many contributions, I could not help but see that the true impact of each woman was not what she had done, it was the way she went about doing it. And, that’s an impact worthy of celebration.

“Swatting” Incident Downtown Estes Park

On Monday night, the Estes Park Police Department and partner agencies responded to another "swatting" incident- this time in downtown Estes Park. Swatting is a hoax or prank call to cause a response by emergency services. Swatting is increasingly common across the U.S. They can have dangerous consequences, especially when the prank takes first responders away from an actual emergency.

Around 7 p.m., the Estes Park Emergency Communi cations Center received a call from an unidentified source. The caller was male and stated that there was an active shooter inside a business downtown. The caller said that all of his coworkers were dead. Gunshots were heard in the background of the phone call. Officers responded to the scene and

arrived in the area within approximately one minute. Upon arrival, officers observed that there was no evidence of an active shooter or casualties on the scene. Officers contacted the owner of the business and verified that the call was a hoax.

Estes Park Police greatly appreciate the partner agencies that supported the response. They are Rocky Mountain National Park, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Estes Valley Fire and Estes Park Health EMS were staged and ready nearby, as well.

Estes Park is fortunate to have very dedicated emergency responders who are ready to support and protect the community at a moment's notice.

The Estes Area Chamber of Commerce recently recognized 30 Women of Impact for their contributions to the community.

Estes Land Stewardship Association Guest Speakers

The public is invited to the next Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) meeting on Thursday, April 6th, at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Meeting Room at US Bank, 363 E. Elkhorn. ELSA members, Brian Kolokowsky (Deep Root Tree Care & Weed Control) and Brian Berg (TOEP Parks Supervisor) will be presenting information about common noxious weeds in the Estes Valley and the different management strategies that are used to fight them. Kolokowsky is a local business owner that has over a decade of weed management experience in the Estes Valley, starting in RMNP before branching off on his own. Berg is the Town of Estes Park’s Parks Supervisor and Certified Arborist for the Town of Estes Park. Berg oversees the Town’s noxious weed program and forestry program. Both presenters will also be answering questions from the audience. Take this opportunity to learn more about how you can be good land stewards and be in compliance with the Colorado Noxious Weed Act, and Larimer County and Town of Estes Park weed ordinances.

More information about ELSA sponsored weed disposal events, the Estes Park weed ordinance, ELSA’s weed booklet, Weed of the Week articles, etc. can be found at estes.org/weeds. You can contact the Estes Land Stewardship Association

(ELSA) at ELSA.weeds@gmail.com

ELSA meetings are held the first Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Meeting Room at US Bank during February, March, April and November. Monitored Weed Drop-offs are held the third Saturday in June, July, August and September. Articles will be posted in the EP News prior to these drop-off events. ELSA is a 501 (c) (3) unincorporated nonprofit organization. ELSA’s primary objective is to address the noxious weeds invading the Estes Valley by promoting awareness of invasive plants and their impacts, through education and outreach efforts.

Owning property in the Estes Valley can be challenging and different! Bagging mature weeds during the summer months is not how you want to spend your time. Be proactive – learn your native plants and manage the invasive plants in a timely manner with a weed management specialist if you don’t have the time, energy or expertise to manage your property. A list of weed management specialists who can help is available at

larimer.org/naturalresources/weeds/applicators. Management strategies and information can be found under at estes.org/weeds under the Helpful Documents page.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Offers Outdoor Education Experiences For Women

the longest running national park field institute program in the country and typically welcomes over 1,000 course participants each year.

The Rocky Mountain Conservancy is empowering women and those who identify as female to experience mountain travel and recreation with introductory courses on rock climbing, snowshoeing, winter recreation, and high-altitude hiking.

The classes offered through the Conservancy’s Field Institute to advance women’s confidence in the outdoors are called Bettie courses in honor of Dr. Beatrice Willard (1925-2003). Dr. Willard, who went by the first name Bettie, was a beloved and respected ecologist who studied alpine tundra and land management planning in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP). Dr. Willard started the Rocky Mountain Field Seminars in 1962. The program, now called the Rocky Mountain Conservancy Field Institute, is

February 24-26, the Conservancy offered a Rec 1 Avalanche Certification in conjunction with Kent Mountain Adventure Center (KMAC) to educate backcountry skiers, climbers, and winter recreation enthusiasts on operating safely in avalanche terrain. The course took place in KMAC’s classroom located at the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park and in field locations on the east side of RMNP.

Participant feedback was enthusiastic and positive.

“Thanks to Rocky Mountain Conservancy for creating a safe space to grow my winter recreation skills, ask questions, and discuss these important topics! I learned a lot from the course and from the other women participating. I also gained new adventure partners who possess the same education as me, which makes me feel both more competent and safer when playing in the mountains!”

~Emily Sawyer, Bettie Course Rec 1 Avalanche Certification Participant

On March 19, the Conservancy’s Field Institute offers a Bettie course titled “Introduction to Winter Recreation” designed to help women and those who

identify as female cultivate skills necessary to recreate in winter (and spring snow!) environments in effective and safe ways. If you’d like to learn more about Bettie Willard and the alpine tundra, sign up for an immersive course titled “Tundra Pioneer: The Life and Legacy of Bettie Willard” held on Thursday, July 20.

Park, she noticed a lack of diversity and women recreating solo on the trails. Her service on the board was largely focused on increasing park access and use for underrepresented populations in RMNP. Robertson is the author of “The Magnificent Mountain Women: Adventures in the Colorado Rockies.” Contact the Field

Visit www.RMConservancy.org/events to learn more and register.

In honor of former board member Janet Robertson, the Rocky Mountain Conservancy has established a scholarship fund to assist those interested in attending a Bettie course. Robertson served on the board for more than 20 years and first set foot in Rocky Mountain National Park more than 80 years ago. During her decades hiking, skiing, climbing and backpacking in Rocky Mountain National

Institute at education@rmconservancy.org to learn more about Bettie course scholarships. The Rocky Mountain Conservancy promotes stewardship of Rocky Mountain National Park and similar lands through education and philanthropy. Since 1931, the Conservancy has raised more than $35 million to enhance and protect the park’s trails, lands, youth education, historic structures, and more. Learn how to get involved at RMConservancy.org.

Bettie Course Rec Avalanche 1 students learn to use an avalanche probe. Conservancy photo

Bettie Course Rec Avalanche 1 students & Dustin Dyer of KMAC.

Photo by Dan Cramer

Upcoming Land Trust Events

The Estes Valley Land Trust has announced its lineup of 2023 events. The schedule includes a variety of events and programming for community members and families who want to learn more about conservation-related topics. "We plan to host our annual events like our educational breakfasts and hikes, but we've also added some new events including a Noxious Weed Symposium and the Student Nature Film Festival. We have something for everyone this

year" said Business Manager Joanna Maggetti.

Most of these events are for members only. Not a member? Join now at www.evlandtrust.org/donate for access to all of these events and receive two free vouchers for in-person breakfast events (a $30 value). If you have any questions about these events or membership in general, contact Joanna at 970-577-6837 or evlt@evlandtrust.org

Sunrise Rotary Invites Charitable Organizations To Apply For Funding

The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary (EVSR) invites proposals from charitable organizations in the Estes Valley for grants to support programs and projects (programs) to benefit the Estes Valley community.

To apply for funding, complete and submit the grant application at bit.ly/3xLATHI no later than March 31, 2023.

For more information please email estessunriserotary@gmail.com.

The Thunker February 18, 2011 The UPS Man

Rerun March 17, 2023 for John DeForest’s retirement

Today, John DeForest, known by many as simply “The UPS Man,” retires after working for UPS for 32 years. Here is a rerun of a column I wrote about John in 2011. Some things have changed in the last 12 years, but what stayed the same was the quality service John provided, his boundless energy and that familiar, friendly smile.

As I was leaving the library the other day I had to step aside so the UPS guy could wheel his dolly through the door. We exchanged smiles of recognition and I continued on, as several people were at the door and I didn’t want to cause a jam. But the UPS guy stopped me. “Give me a minute,” he said, as if he had a message to deliver but he couldn’t quite remember it. So I paused and waited, watching him tap his pencil against his temple. Then it came to him.

“Sarah!” he said. “Eight twenty-three Panorama Circle.” And that’s small town living all summed up by one UPS man pushing his dolly into the library. Of course I know my UPS man by sight—I bet everybody on his route does. He’s the guy with the long, blond ponytail contrasted with the really short hair he wears on the sides. He’s happy and friendly and chatty, all in the brief period when he rings your doorbell and hands you a box before he bounds off to his next stop. I recognized my neighborhood UPS driver but I didn’t know his name until I stopped in at the UPS store to ask. “Who’s the guy with the long, blond ponytail…”

The woman behind the counter knew immediately who I was talking about.

“That’s John,” she said with a grin and a lift in her voice. He has that effect on people. Because he remembers names and addresses and makes our days a little brighter when he delivers packages to our door.

John is not the only remarkable UPS driver on the road. Just this month (February 2011) UPS announced that it boasts 5,238 current employees who have driven for UPS without a single accident for 25 years or more. That’s more than 5 billion (with a “b”) miles of accident-free driving.

Part of the reason they can maintain this outstanding record is because in 2010, UPS implemented a ban on text and e-mail messaging while drivers are

Pickleball Meeting

Pickleball players of all ages and abilities are encouraged to attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at the Estes Valley Library’s Hondius room. Discussion will focus on plans and guidelines for moving forward as our player community continues to grow.

behind the wheel. Due to this safety measure, UPS’s 102,000 drivers worldwide log more than 3 billion miles a years with less than one accident per million miles driven. That’s impressive when I consider that most teenagers can’t even make it around the block without being a text offender.

The collision-free driving may also be due to UPS’s right-turn rule. Because UPS maps its routes to eliminate as many left turns as possible, the opportunity for accidents has been reduced, plus the company has saved more than three million gallons of fuel.

With all these great global statistics, it would be easy to think that UPS has outgrown the small town of Estes Park. But it isn’t so. Proof of point: recently, when it was so piercingly cold we dreaded going outside, I was driving my car about a block from home when I passed a boxy brown truck heading the other direction. I waved, but the UPS man in his all-brown uniform signaled for me to stop. He slid open his door, I rolled down my window, and through clouds of frosty breath, we spoke.

“I have a package for you. Would you like to take it now or do you want me to deliver it to your doorstep?” he asked. How he recognized me in my coat zipped up to my chin, my scarf over my nose and my hat pulled down so far my eyelashes brushed against it, I can’t guess. But he did, and he was offering to make this delivery most convenient for me. We passed the box through my car window, he hopped back onto his spring-loaded seat, I quickly rolled up my window to shut out the frigid air, and we both continued on our way, having just made a hassle-free transaction in the middle of Panorama Circle. It was the stuff Hallmark TV ads are made of—a testament to small town living, and one more reason why we love living in Estes Park, Colorado.

The town of Estes Park will miss seeing John delivering packages and good cheer to our doorsteps, but he deserves to set that parking brake one last time, hop off the spring-loaded driver’s seat, slide the brown metal door closed for good, and kick back and relax. We wish him the best!

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

© 2023 Sarah Donohoe

Estes Park Health Introduces New Registered Dietitian

March 8 was National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day

Leah Gardner is one of Estes Park Health’s newest employees. She got into the Registered Dietitian field the same way many people find their way to the career.

“I feel like a lot of people who get into nutrition start out similar to the way I did,” Leah explained. “I was 16 or 17 years old. I wanted to lose weight. I wanted to change my body.”

She began her journey by going to the gym and becoming more physically active. Then she started doing her own nutritional research because she wanted to know how she could eat better and lose weight.

“I realized that nutrition is a big part of

that,” Leah said. “What you eat definitely impacts the way you look and feel. The more research I did, the more I realized I really liked nutrition. I like the science behind it. I thought it was fascinating that nutrition plays such an important role in our lives and that most people don’t realize that.”

When Leah went to college, she chose the University of Kentucky in Lexington where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and Human Nutrition. Her classes included subject like physiology, organic chemistry and specific nutrition classes that involved medical nutrition therapy. Those classes included lessons about the broad spectrum of diseases and how dietitians can help each of those as it relates to nutrition.

In 2008, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics established National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day. The day fell on March 8th this year. The Academy selected the day to raise public awareness of those who work in nutrition and food services and their dedication to promoting people’s happiness and health. Leah Gardner is Estes Park Health’s Registered Dietitian.

EPH Is Committed To Serving Women And Families

Estes Park Health is committed to women and families. While we have made some changes in our services recently, almost every healthcare need of families can still be met at our hospital, clinic or Urgent Care.

The following are answers to some frequently asked questions. We hope this information clears up some issues and will help dispel some rumors circulating in our community.

FAQs

Why was the Birthing Center closed?

After a low volume of births over the past several years, Estes Park Health transferred baby deliveries to other partners on December 31, 2023. The literature for small hospitals indicates a hospital our size should help deliver 75 to 100 or more babies per year so that the people who work in the Birth Center could stay proficient at their work in this area. With only about 35 births per year, the cost and the staffing problems built to the point where EPH had to make some difficult decisions.

Nurses went weeks without a delivery, yet still the hospital had to have the nurses scheduled 24/7. With the introduction of new nursing legislation in September of 2022, Estes Park health had to have two clinicians in the Birthing Center with patients. The hospital lost some EPH nurses because they chose to work at other busier birthing centers where they would not lose their skills. Due to the low volume, EPH had to bring in advanced practice nurses to cover to ensure the right skill level was available. In order to support the physician side of the Birthing Center, EPH had to pay more than a million dollars to cover their time off and PTO. This model of care was not sustainable for the long run.

With the closure of the Birth Center, where will pregnant women in Estes Park go for prenatal care? Where will they be directed to deliver their babies?

Former EPH OB/Gyn Dr. Martin Koschnitzke is no longer employed at Estes Park Health. Dr. K (as he is known) is now practicing at UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital in Longmont. He will be coming to Estes Park about once a week at Timberline to offer prenatal care and gynecological care.

Will these pregnant women still come to Estes Park Health for routine health care?

Yes. All Estes Valley residents can come to EPH for care any time. EPH continues to offer outpatient pediatric care. We also have Family Medicine physicians in

the clinic who see women for routine care.

If a woman has an emergency delivery, how will Estes Park Health handle that?

If a pregnant woman comes to the Emergency Department, Estes Park Health will provide the appropriate level of care. Our physicians and nurses have received extensive training. We have a relationship with down valley hospitals to support the transition of care of our patient when appropriate.

Estes Park Health already has solid processes to get our patients experiencing stroke, heart attacks and significant traumas to the right level of care as quickly as possible. Women in labor will be treated with the same kind or urgency.

After a woman delivers her baby, can the rest of her child’s medical needs be taken care of at Estes Park Health?

Yes. Once a baby is delivered and discharged home, Estes Park Health is more than happy to help. We want our Estes Valley residents to return to Estes Park Health for care. We have a pediatrician and Family Medicine physicians. By definition, a pediatric patient is someone under the age of 18. Why is inpatient pediatrics not being offered anymore?

In 2022, Estes Park Health had only nine nights of inpatient pediatric care, most of them respiratory illnesses or chronic respiratory problems like asthma. Low volume makes it very difficult to manage a level of expertise in all health care staff (RNs, lab, radiology, etc.). To maintain that level of expertise came at a great expense for Estes Park Health. The decision was made to transition pediatric inpatient care and direct those few patients elsewhere for this very specialized care.

What kind of gynecological care are going to be offered at Estes Park Health?

Dr. Martin Koschnitzke will see patient about one day a week in Estes Park. In addition, the following EPH providers offer routine gynecological care:

Dr. Julie Schneider (Internal Medicine)

Dr. Cynthia DiLauro (Internal Medicine)

Dr. Nicholaus Mize (Internal Medicine)

Dr. Bridget Dunn (Family Medicine)

Dr. Robyn Zehr (Family Medicine)

Dr. Paige Dekker (Family Medicine)

Ingra Marske, PA (Family Medicine)

Lena Belleau (Family Nurse Practitioner)

From Snowpack To Flora And Fauna In A Changing Climate

A 2023 Update on our Watershed An Earth Day Celebration You Don’t Want to Miss

We have experienced drought, wildfires, and a massive flood. What’s next? How can we and the natural world become more resilient if a future natural disas ter occurs?

Come celebrate Earth Day with the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition, Saturday, April 22nd. It will be an afternoon of fascinating science that will leave you wondering and questioning.

We will hear from two scientists: Steven Fassnacht, Professor of Watershed Science from CSU and Koren Nydick, Chief of Resource Stewardship at Rocky Mountain National Park. Steven studies how climate change is affecting snowpack, one of the major sources of water in Colorado. Koren examines how wildlife and vegetation are coping with these changes.

Estes Park Middle School Science

Teacher Ravi Davis will be there with her Environmental Resilience Team, a group of 6th-8th Grade students who have come together to help raise awareness of environmental issues in our community. The team is participating in Earth Force RISE Challenge, a statewide challenge for students to create a civic action proposal to improve climate resiliency in our community. The students will be showcasing their proposal.

If you follow the Estes Valley Water-

shed Coalition, you should know that we’re the ones that restored the rivers and streams after the 2013 flood. Today, we are still protecting our waters by protecting our forests from fire. What do they have to do with one another? Debris from fires permeates our water sources, the ones that we and our downstream neighbors rely on. Unlike other nonprofits in town, the EVWC is the only one that helps protect the waters, forests, and wildlife of our watershed. We use grant dollars and donations to thin diseased or dead trees, pull invasives, plant native plants in riparian areas for stream health and animal sustenance, clear fishing line from our lakes that may kill birds, and educate interested folks about wildlife and the work we’re doing. The health of our environment is critical to our own health and that of our wildlife. All that is why we are inviting you to celebrate Earth Day with us.

From Snowpack to Flora and Fauna in a Changing Climate

A 2023 Update on our Watershed Saturday, April 22nd, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Community Center, Lower Level 660 Community Dr. Please register at our website: www.evwatershed.org

Bella And Maverick Need Loving New Homes

Handsome Maverick is a neutered shepherd mix who is one year old and weighs 50 pounds. He likes other dogs and loves people. Maverick is a bit high energy so he’s looking for a home that will take him for walks and hikes. He’s crate trained and doing really well with learning manners. Maverick’s foster family says he loves other dogs and is the best boy.

Weavers Guild Meeting March 23

The Estes Park Area Weavers Guild will meet on Thursday, March 23 at 1:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Public Library. Dianne Betts and Chris Switzer will be sharing their knowledge of a variety of ways of hand spinning fiber into thread. They will be bringing a number of hand spinning implements, including an E-spinner and some drop spindles. Although the EPAWG was established as a weaving group, not all of our members are weavers. We actively participate in other fiber arts such as knitting, crocheting, felting, needlepointing and embroidery. The EPAWG meetings are always open to non-members. Anyone with an interest in fiber is welcome to come to the program and even join if they wish. For more information on the guild contact Gray Rueppel (grayrueppel@gmail.com) or Barb Richards (barbat2160@gmail.com).

Cute, cuddly Bella is a seven month old, 60 pound puppy that loves everyone and dogs too! She is very playful, sweet and also crate trained. If you’re looking for a great friend and fun hiking buddy, she’s your girl! Bella is ready for her new home.

Please call (970) 286-1652 if you’d like to meet either of these special pets. Don’t shop, please adopt!

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Maverick

Bella

Grant Writing Workshops April 18

same as you would experience in a foundation grant. However, these grants are funded by taxpayers and often come with more rules and regulations, such as environmental impact, fair labor wages, buy America, and other compliance rules.

This workshop is ideal for those with some grant writing success. It will focus on the broad scope of possible federal grants, common standards across applications, and insight into how (and by whom) government grants management and spend-downs may be scrutinized. You’ll leave with an overview of government grant writing and an idea of whether they are appropriate for your organization.

This workshop is designed to provide nonprofit organizations with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully apply for grant funding. This training is ideal for nonprofit professionals who are new to grant writing or those who want to refresh their skills and learn best practices to increase their chances of securing grant funding.

In this session, you’ll learn about the various types of grants available to nonprofits, how to identify potential grant opportunities, and how to research and develop strong proposals that effectively communicate your organization's mission and highlight the impact of your programs and services. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of the grant writing process and the confidence to pursue grant opportunities that align with your nonprofit’s grant funding goals.

Attendees should complete a survey upon registration to help Morgan ensure the content is most relevant to your experience and interests.

Morgan Carpenter helps human services nonprofits amplify their community impact by way of improving their grant readiness and engaging in strategic planning and program development. She is especially passionate about supporting grassroots and community-led organizations, as well as those focused on domestic violence prevention, access to early childhood care and education, and financial stability for women and girls. Learn more at Carpenter Nonprofit Consulting. (carpenternonprofitconsulting.com)

Government Grants

State and federal grants can result in substantial funding for large community projects. The stages involved in pursuing these grants—searching for, writing, and managing a grant (if awarded) —are the

Attendees can check out this sample federal grant application checklist to get an idea for the flavor of government grant writing and data collection. But don’t be scared off!

This is byond what most of our local nonprofits will pursue. However, it does give you a picture ito the amount of data required for federal grants.

Christy Crosser is a recovering federal government employee for the Department of Health and Human Services and recently retired as the Town of Estes Park’s Grant Specialist. In her tenure of service, she secured millions of dollars for community projects. She is now a grant seeking consultant.

Christy Crosser

Morgan Carpenter

New Golf Simulator Grand Opening At The Estes Valley Community Center

We are pleased to announce the grand opening of our new golf simulator on Saturday, March 25. When asked about the new simulator, EVCC Recreation Coordinator Chris Layton responded, “We have a large golfing community here in Estes Park and a shorter than average golf season – a simulator is almost a necessity here

levels including arcade style games such as darts or bowling!”

for the off season.” Community Center Maintenance Manager, Zach Zeschin took the lead on installation, resulting in substantial savings for the project.

The new simulator features Uneekor’s newest launch monitor, the EYE XO 2, whose capabilities far exceed those of the previous golf simulator. There’s also a larger screen, a 4K projector and surround sound. Layton commented, “All this creates an immersive, fun indoor golfing experience. You can work on your swing, then play 18 holes at Augusta National. There is something for all ages and skill

Nan Ryan, local PGA golfer, was also instrumental in the process of acquiring the new simulator. Ryan stated, “I’m so happy to have helped in the process of acquiring a new golf simulator! It’s been a long winter; this gives me the chance to get some golf time in before the courses are green again. I am also appreciative of the opportunities the new simulator gives to young golfers. Our high school team can play different courses, such as Augusta, virtually, before their season starts.” Even though Ryan has been a golfer for over seven decades and a PGA golfer for 30 years, she will be coaching for the first time as an assistant with the Estes Park Girls Golf Team this season, and is thrilled to have the new simulator as a tool for their early season training.

The new golf simulator grand opening is Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; there will be a “closest to the pin” contest with prizes! There’s also a SimGolf Master’s Challenge where you can play two rounds at Augusta by April 11 for the chance at a prize! Net stroke play format, gimme puts inside seven ft., scoring on golfleaguesite.com. Open to ages 16 and up, $25/player, Visit evrpd.com for all the details and to register today.

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More Frozen Dead Guy Days Fun!

To the amazing community and residents of the Estes Valley, warm salutations to you. Jenn Bass here, announcing more fun and wild productions brought to you by Pirate Face Productions. These events will take place over the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day weekend and will help to expand The Frozen Dead Guy Day festival.

Kick off your weekend celebration at Lonigan’s on Friday the 17th with a traditional Irish dinner, could this be your last meal? Maybe! Luckily, Nick Wagner will revive you with some icy cold blues. After dinner, ascend to the dance floor to shake, rattle and roll those bones to the lively, cover tunes delivered to you by the Mountain Town Rockers starting at 8 p.m. for only $10! They are sure to leave you dead on the floor.

After your long day at the fairgrounds let The Burlective warm your cockles with their seductive dances in their Estes Park brrrrr….lesque debut. Your emcee, Jenn Bass is always good for adding fuel to the fire and welcomes all to come and be a little naughty. Shimmy on over to Lonigan’s from the fairgrounds to make the 9 p.m. show for only $35.

Don’t let your Sunday flat line because you partied to death on Saturday. Grab a double scoop of Frosty Balls and a bingo card. Khloe Katz is back to kill it once again. Come to Lonigan’s hungry and leave with a belly full of fine cuisine and gut splitting laughs. Tickets are a grave robbing price at only $25. The show starts at high noon and doors will open at 11 a.m. (Your meal is not included in your ticket).

Starting at noon “The Meltdown” will kick off a five hour festival at our local American Legion Post 119. This grassroots, full day event is promised to deliver fun and help you wind down from all your other weekend festival activities.

This will be free and open to everyone in our community and festival guests. The Meltdown kicks off at high noon with a warmup of hot blues licks and rock n’ tunes served up by Nick Wagner, once again. Following, another local favorite, The Lost Penny Duo will be taking the spotlight at 2 p.m. delighting all with their upbeat bluegrass performance and whimsical vibes. At 3:30 a new act will take the stage assuring all to warm up until the next year’s frozen in time weekend. The very popular Denver band, Chili Powder, will blow the roof off with popular, Red Hot Chili Peppers cover songs. No festival would be complete without games! “The Meltdown” will have games and competitions focusing on the history and folklore of Estes Park. Pirate Face Productions is thrilled to unearth crazy local stories, history and colorful characters that make our community so rich and quirky. We will feature competitions such as “Reassemble Miner Bill’s Body,” “Mt. Jim’s Hotter Than Hades Hot Wing Trivia,” “Escape Miner Bill’s Strait Jacket,” “Crazy Ed’s Drunk Jenga.” Each event will have a grand prize. Again, this is a grassroots, ground floor event produced with love for all of our amazing Estes Park residents.

If you wish to be a part of making this a unique and memorable event we have a spot for you! We are looking for volunteers to help with our kid’s corner and games, coordinate events and donate prizes. This is an incredible opportunity to advertise your business and catch the eye of hundreds of out of town guests who live along the Front Range. Merchandise of any kind for various prizes would be greatly appreciated to help promote our thriving, close knit community. Contact Jenn at Jenn@ or Facebook/foobunny.com messenger if you have any prizes to donate or wish to help out.

Frozen Dead Guy Days: Bands & Bloodys Sunday Brunch

mountain dining from an ingredient driven kitchen. Music from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Barrel – Sasha Stone Band-All-day fun. Don’t miss the bloody mary bar, the dead guy pool tournament or the chance to make frozen creations with Creativity Cabin. Plus food trucks all day long.

The Post – Eric Holberg & Cole Rudy from Dragondeer-Southern comfort food and live music from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

10 Estes Park locations will offer a live music brunch to cap off the festival weekend

The fun doesn't end on Saturday! Relax after a fun-filled weekend with live music, food and drink at one of the Bands & Bloodys brunch locations around town. From food trucks to sit down restaurants there is something for every taste. Including musical tastes. Bands vary as much as the type of food offered, so take a look at who is playing where and make plans to wrap up the inaugural festival in Frozen Dead Guy Days style. Brunch & Co. – The Pearl Street Stompers-Delicious brunch in an elegant, homey atmosphere.

Lumpy Ridge Brewing – The Abear Brothers-This is where you can have the official Frozen Dead Guy Days beer one more time.

Bird & Jim – Cory Simmons-Modern

Avant Garde Aleworks – Stephen Castle-Enjoy beermosas all day and food from Dill's Maine Lobster Shack from 12-6 p.m. Music from 1-3 p.m.

The Bull Pin – Good Time JohnnyBowling, brunching and psychedelic funk from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

The Dunraven – Morrigan & Ryan Flick-Stunning views of Lake Estes and brunch from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Latitude 105 Alehouse – Peak2PeakExcellent food and drink and a band that plays the best of the Grateful Dead and fun improvisational jams.

Cousin Pat’s Pub & Grill – Really Most Sincerely Dead Band-A locally loved band, pool and great food.

Also, don’t miss Friday’s Icebreaker Kickoff and the Royal Blue Ball, plus all the live music, coffin races and games happening on Saturday.

For more information and to buy tickets visit FrozenDeadGuyDays.com.

Park Theatre To Sport Special Dead Guy Days Images

The Historic Park Theatre will be sporting special projection images on the tower of the theatre during Frozen Dead Guy Days this weekend. This will be the first time ever they have lit the tower up this way.

Events at the Historic Park Theatre this

weekend start off Friday at 4 p.m. They will have: Psychic Readings, History and Ghost Tours, Ghost Hunts, Frozen Dead Guy Day shopping and The Night of the Living Dead playing.

What a weekend it will be! Make sure to stop by!

The Estes Chamber joined the Signature Home Team of Keller Williams Realty Northern Colorado, The Thompson Group of Keller Williams Realty Northern Colorado, and Harriette Woodard of Bank of Colorado Mortgage to celebrate the grand opening of their new office building on East Elkhorn Avenue. This teamup of highly skilled professionals bring both local Keller Williams Northern Colorado Realty teams under one roof and combines their capabilities with the prowess of Bank of Colorado Mortgage to give clients a one-stop-shop for their real estate needs.

Summit Youth Group Hosting Chili Dinner And Indoor Garage Sale

Fourteen Estes Park high school students affiliated with Summit Youth are raising funds to attend a seven day Youth Conference in Florida in July 2023. The students have been working all year, doing various projects to raise funds towards this event. The students had over $30,000 to raise and are getting closer to completing that goal.

The conference includes a mission project with a homeless shelter, doing some environmental projects, running a sports camp, and working with adults with mental disabilities. Students will also have the opportunity to gather with 10,000 others during worship services and conference sessions.

The youth have two additional fundraisers that they are hoping the community will support. This Saturday evening, March 18th, you, your family and friends are invited to a chili dinner. The dinner includes chili, cornbread, toppings, dessert, and your drink. Pa-

trons can even purchase their own handmade pottery bowl to eat their chili in and then take home after their meal. Handmade cards for all occasions will be available for purchase as well as goodies you can take home from our bake sale. The dinner will take place at the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail. The meal will be served Saturday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the door; $5 children, $10 adults.

The students will also be hosting an indoor garage sale on Thursday, March 30 from noon until 5 pm, Friday, March 30 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Saturday, April 1 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale will take place at 600 S. St. Vrain, Unit 1. Household items, children items, children and adult clothing, seasonal items, prints and framed art work, and so much more will be available for purchase.

Estes Park Special Olympics organizers are hosting bowling fun at the Bull Pin, 555 S. St. Vrain Ave. on Thursdays from 3:30-5 p.m. All ages are welcome to par-

ticipate.

For more information, contact Audri Smith at 970-451-3762 or email epspecialolympics@yahoo.com.

May 6 Declared Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Day, Duck Adoptions Open

Duck adoptions are open! Adopt your ducks and mark your calendars for May 6: Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Day.

The Town of Estes Park passed an official proclamation recognizing the Rotary Club of Estes Park’s Duck Race Festival as an opportunity for 64 charitable and nonprofit organizations in the Estes Valley to raise funds for their programs through duck adoptions by declaring Saturday, May 6, 2023 as Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Day.

Members of the Rotary Club’s Duck Race committee gratefully accepted the Proclamation presented by Mayor Wendy Koenig and expressed appreciation for the Town of Estes Park’s support of the 35th annual Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival. The Town is a Major Sponsor of the event.

Mayor Koenig adopted the first duck for the 2023 Duck Race. Duck adoptions are now available to all participating organizations, merchants, and the general public on the Duck Race website at www.epduckrace.org. Duck adoptions for the 2023 Duck Race are available online only.

And now for the official Proclamation:

WHEREAS, the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival is an annual community service project of the Rotary Club of Estes Park; and

WHEREAS, the 2023 Rotary Duck

Race Festival will give 64 participating organizations an opportunity to raise funds through duck adoptions; and

WHEREAS, the generous support of local sponsors provides fabulous prizes and makes it possible to return $22 of every duck adoption to the participating organizations; and

WHEREAS, on Saturday, May 6, 2023 the 35th annual Duck Race Festival will take place, with approximately 8,000 yellow rubber ducks entering Fall River at Nicky's Restaurant and paddling to the finish line at George Hix Memorial Riverside Plaza; and

WHEREAS, there will be hundreds of prizes, live entertainment, and fun activities for adults and children; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park, proclaim May 6, 2023, as ESTES PARK ROTARY DUCK RACE DAY in the Town of Estes Park, and urge all citizens along the Front Range to join the festivities and fun and celebrate the 35th annual Estes Park Rotary Duck Race.

The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival is held annually on the first Saturday in May. The annual Duck Race continues a tradition started in 1989, which has returned over $3 million to local Estes Park charities and groups. 2023 marks the 35th annual Duck Race.

Estes Park Woman's Club Wrap Up

We enjoyed our St. Patrick's day menu and were inspired by our speaker Linda Neuman and her lively talk about her journey to the Iowa Supreme Court and the Iowa Women's Hall of Fame.

Our next meeting will be April 12 at the American Legion at 11:30 a.m. David Wolf, Chief, Estes Valley Fire Prevention District, will speak about "Living With Fire." This topic may seem far from our thoughts now with our blanket of snow, but the reality will come soon enough.

The elementary school reached out expressing a need for sweatpants. The EPWC was able to donate 10 pairs which were welcomed by the school nurse and clerk. Please remember to bring goldfish crackers or pretzels in single servings to the next meeting to help out the elementary school students as well.

Remember to get your reservations for the next meeting and luncheon in advance at epwreservations@gmail.com. Hope to have you join us!

EV Watershed Coalition Presents: A Dipper's Story March 23

6:00-7:00 p.m.

Spend a little time along any river or creek in the Estes Park area and you will most likely see an American dipper. These bluish-grey birds are the only aquatic songbird in North America. Spending their lives entirely around water, they are dependent upon a healthy water environment. Join award-winning photographer and local writer Dawn Wilson for a presentation about these little birds. Content will include natural

history about the dipper, statistics about this bird and how they are related to water health.

Join us in person at the Estes Valley Community Center or via Zoom. Please RSVP using the links below.

In person, register here: RSVP@evwatershed.org or email RSVP@evwatershed.org

Register for Zoom at us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlduCsqzIoG9HChdQTKsVzjJoNgltzp_2Z

Welcome Salon Margaux To Estes Park

their services and Salon Margaux’s cozy space gives clients a place to relax and feel at home. Gail said, “Our professional stylists spend time getting to know you and bring out your inner beauty. We believe having your hair designed should be more than a quick ‘in and out.’ How we look influences how we feel about ourselves which is an important part of our overall wellness. We are excited about our location being next to the Jazzercize studio which also has a focus on overall women’s health.”

Salon Margaux is your new go-to salon in Estes Park. The salon’s experienced local stylists are committed to making you look your best as well as bringing out your inner beauty.

Gail Girón is the new owner of Salon Margaux, located at 600 South St. Vrain, Suite 1B in Estes Park.

Gail’s new business concept came from her desire to create a space where people can not only get their hair done, but also feel connected with others. The new name is derived from Gail’s middle name, Margaux, which has a European feel. Her mother was European and often called her by her middle name.

Joining Gail at Salon Margaux will be Lisa Devine and Kylie Johnson. The three recently worked together at the former 2 Blondz ‘N a Salon. Their combined experience of over 75 years helping people look and feel beautiful is a great asset to our community. Susanne Benton will also be at the salon offering chair massages to their clients. She offers 15 years of experience in the massage industry.

What sets Salon Margaux apart from others is their multiple years of experience allowing all to have confidence in

Gail hopes to make Salon Margaux a place where everyone feels comfortable and welcome. We will help you create the look that you desire. Our high-quality services include haircuts, hair styling, hair coloring along with waxing, face lifting massage, brow shaping and tinting, lash extensions and hydrating jelly masks. She added, “We pride ourselves on building long-lasting friendships with our clients and aim to make each guest feel welcome and satisfied with their services. We plan to add another stylist and more wellness services that fit in with our brand and culture.”

Gail is also a jewelry designer and the salon will feature jewelry from Gail’s Designs later in the season.

At Salon Margaux, they use nature's purest ingredients and organically derived compounds in their colors and haircare products, along with a combination of cutting-edge chemistry and respect for your health along with the health of the environment.

Salon Margaux will celebrate the opening of their new location this Saturday, March 18, from 8-10 a.m. with an open house celebration. Stop by and say “hello” and see their beautiful new space.

To make an appointment, or for more information, please call 970-231-1401.

Susanne Benton at the salon entrance.

Gail Girón, Lisa Devine and Hattie and Kylie Johnson (seated).

Everything You Need To Know About Frozen Dead Guy Days

It’s time to break the ice and get the chilly party started. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of the fun-filled weekend, from how to get around to where to park to what to do and when.

A schedule that is to die for Frigidly-fun live music, events and quirky games are planned starting on Friday and ending on Sunday. Here’s the breakdown.

Friday

Games and drinks at The Barrel, all day

St. Patrick’s Day cocktails and Irish whiskey tastings, games and live music by Say Uncle are planned throughout the day.

Icebreaker Kickoff. Bond Park, 4-7 p.m. Rock out to a free show by Chain Station and A-Mac & The Height and grab food and drink from the surrounding food trucks. The show lasts until 7 p.m.

St. Patty’s Day Beer Mile(ish), Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co, 4 p.m.

It’s a pub crawl race with beer!

The Royal Blue Ball. The Stanley Hotel, 7-11 p.m.

A staple of Frozen Dead Guy Days, this year, the ball is at The Stanley Hotel and features performances by The Polish Am bassador, Eddie Roberts & Friends and Evanoff.

Irish Wake. Cousin Pat’s Pub & Grill, 711 p.m.

Live music from Tahosa.

One Foot in the Grave. Lonigans Nightclub & Grill, An Irish Pub. 5:30-11 p.m.

Enjoy dinner and music by Nick Wagner, then dance to the tunes of the Mountain Town Rockers.

Saturday

The main event. Estes Park Events Complex, 12-9:30 p.m.

A live music lineup of national and Colorado bands will play all day while teams of pallbearers compete in the iconic coffin races and festival goers take part in the Frostbite Fashion Show and wacky games like a brain freeze contest, frozen t-shirt contest, newly dead game, frozen head bowling and a pie toss game. Don’t miss the hearse graveyard!

Band Schedule

Living Room Band 12-1 p.m., Ice Stage

The Pamlico Sound 12:15-1:30 p.m., Outdoor Stage

Banshee Tree 12:30-1:45 p.m., Fire Stage

Flash Mountain Flood 1:30-2:30 p.m., Ice Stage

Shakedown Street 2:15-3:30 p.m., Fire Stage

Brothers of Brass 3-4 p.m., Outdoor Stage

Cycles 3-4:15 p.m., Ice Stage

Toubab Krewe 4-5:15 p.m., Fire Stage

A-Mac & The Height 4:45-6 p.m., Ice Stage

Tejon Street Corner Thieves 5:15-6:15 p.m., Outdoor Stage

Bill & Jilian Nershi w/ Jason Hann 5:457:15 p.m., Fire Stage

Newly Dead Game 1:45-2:25 and 3:30-4 p.m.

Frozen T-shirt Contests throughout the day on the Coffin Club Stage

Frostbite Fashion Show 6-6:30 p.m.

Frozen Dead Head Bowling all day long

Coffin Races 4-5:15 p.m.

Thick n’ Thawed Brrrrrrlesque Show

Lonigans Nightclub & Grill, An Irish Denver’s Burlective is coming to Estes Park for an inaugural show that is sure to threaten to melt the ice.

Live music by Electrik Flannel.

Cousin Pat’s Pub & Grill

Sunday Bands & Bloodys

Brunch, various locations around town

Relax after a funfilled weekend with live music, food and drink at one of the Bands & Bloodys brunch locations around town. From food trucks to sit down restaurants there is something for every taste. Including musical tastes. Find one (or more!) that is right for you.

Brunch & Co. – The Pearl Street Stompers

Delicious brunch in an elegant, homey atmosphere.

Lumpy Ridge Brewing – The Abear Brothers

This is where you can have the official Frozen Dead Guy Days beer one more time.

Bird & Jim – Cory Simmons

Modern mountain dining from an ingredient driven kitchen. Music from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Barrel – Sasha Stone Band

All-day fun. Don’t miss the bloody mary bar, the dead guy pool tournament or the chance to make frozen creations with Creativity Cabin. Plus food trucks all day long.

The Post – Eric Holberg & Cole Rudy from Dragondeer Southern comfort food and live music

from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Avant Garde Aleworks – Stephen Castle

Enjoy beermosas all day and food from Dill's Maine Lobster Shack from 12-6 p.m. Music from 1-3 p.m.

The Bull Pin – Good Time Johnny Bowling, brunching and psychedelic funk from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

The Dunraven – Morrigan & Ryan Flick Stunning views of Lake Estes and brunch from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Latitude 105 Alehouse – Peak2Peak

Excellent food and drink and a band that plays the best of the Grateful Dead and fun improvisational jams starting at 10 a.m.

Cousin Pat’s Pub & Grill – Really Most

Sincerely Dead Band

A locally loved band, pool and great food from 11:30-1:30 p.m.

Polar Plunge. Coffee on the Rocks, 12-3 p.m.

This lively fan-favorite Frozen Dead Guy Days event benefits the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center’s Be a Giving Guest Program. Each $10 entrant fee will benefit the program while watching is free. There will be live music, an outdoor bar, a beer pong tournament, a costume contest and giveaways for both those brave enough to take the plunge, and for those there for the merriment, to enjoy.

Frosty Balls! Drag Queen Bingo. Lonigans Nightclub & Grill, An Irish Pub, 122 p.m.

The Complete Meltdown. The American Legion Post 119, 12-5 p.m.

Live music from Nick Wagner, The Lost Penny Duo and Chili Powder, games and activities for children of all ages.

All Weekend at the Historic Park Theatre

Psychic Readings, haunted tours, ghost hunts and showings of Night of the Living Dead.

Special offers

Estes Park businesses are rolling out the icy carpet with exclusive specials available for the festival weekend only! Take advantage: bit.ly/FDGDoffers.

How to get around

Free shuttles are running continuously between participating hotels and event locations Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Find the maps on FrozenDeadGuyDays.com.

Where to park

Parking is free on Friday at the Estes Park Events Complex and Estes Park Parking Garage. On Saturday, parking and a free shuttle is available at the Estes Park Events Complex ($15), Estes Park High School ($10) and for free at the Estes Park Parking Garage. Proceeds from parking benefit the Estes Park High School Band. A parking map is available on FrozenDeadGuyDays.com.

Where to eat

Find a complete list of restaurants at VisitEstesPark.com.

Need last minute tickets or information on the go? Visit FrozenDeadGuyDays.com.

What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library

WINTER HOURS

Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays, 1-5 p.m.

MAKER-MARCH

All programs take place in the Makerspace unless otherwise noted

Open Crafts: Cameo Silhouette & Water Bottles

Friday, March 17, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Use the Cameo Silhouette and adhesive vinyl to make stickers for your water bottle. (Water bottles are limited; bring your own if you’d like!)

Learn the Laser Cutter

Saturday, March 18, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

For ages 15 and up. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Maker March Littles: Make a Beeswax Candle

Saturday, March 18, 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.,

Hondius Room

Little makers can wrap a wick in a beeswax sheet to make their own candle.

Recommended for ages 2-6.

Open Crafts: Unfinished Objects

Sunday, March 19, 1-4:30 p.m.

Repeated Sunday, March 26, 1-4:30 p.m.

Check an item or two off of your to-do list: use the tools and supplies in the Makerspace to sew a button on a shirt, mend a tear, glue pottery back together, or anything else you’ve been meaning to wrap up.

Open Crafts: Wood Burning

Monday, March 20, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Use the handheld wood burner on a natural tree slice to create an ornament, coaster, or other decorative piece.

Open Crafts: Jewelry

Tuesday, March 21, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Add an accessory to your spring outfits and make a unique necklace.

Arduino Basics with Dr. Senser

Thursday, March 23, 4:30-6 p.m.

Learn how to program a simple computer. For adults and teens.

Learn the 3D Printer

Saturday, March 25, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. For ages 15 and up. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Open Crafts: Bookmarks

Hear from Jernard A. Wells: chef to the stars, cookbook author, and creator of inventive recipes that remix the traditional flavors and classic dishes of Southern food. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Dust Child: Author Talk with Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai

Friday, March 24, 6:30-8 p.m., Hondius Room

Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai, author of 2022’s One Book One Valley, will share about her new book, Dust Child, recently released on March 14. Presented in partnership with Macdonald Book Shop (copies available for order).

ALL AGES

Young Chautauqua Performances

Saturday, March 18, 4-6 p.m., Fireside Theater

Sunday, March 19, 2-5 p.m., Fireside Theater

Watch historical figures come to life! These performances will include depictions of David Bowie, Edgar Allan Poe, Josephine Cochrane, Eleanor Roosevelt, Lei Zu, and more.

ADULTS

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Robotics & Tech: Break & Unmake

Saturday, March 18, 3-4 p.m., Makerspace

Repeated Tuesday, March 26, 5-6 p.m., Makerspace

Disassemble old tech and find out what the insides look like. Recommend for ages 7 & up.

Solder a Spinning Top

Tuesday, March 21, 5-6 p.m., Makerspace

Learn how to solder, then take home your own spinning top. For ages 10 & up.

Book vs. Movie Club:

Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs

Saturday, March 25, 12:30-2:10 p.m., Hondius Room

Book or movie—which did you like best? We’ll discuss the book, then watch the movie adaptation. Themed snacks and drinks provided.

Lego Club

Saturday, March 25, 3-4 p.m., Hondius Room

Explore different building challenges

Monday, March 27, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Never lose your place in your book again! Make and decorate a wooden bookmark.

Candle Making for Adults

Wednesday, March 29, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Brighten up the last days of winter by making your own cozy candles.

New Equipment Reveal Party

Thursday, March 30, 4-6 p.m.

Top off Makerspace March with a celebration of our new equipment: 3D scanner, 3D printers, and semi-industrial sewing machine and embroiderer. Snacks and drinks provided.

Open Crafts: Signs

Friday, March 31, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Decorate a rustic wooden sign using paint & stencils. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Southern Inspired: Author Talk with Celebrity Chef Jernard A. Wells

Tuesday, March 21, 2-3 p.m., online

AARP Tax-Aide

Appointments available through April 14, Wasson Room

Volunteers will provide free tax return services at the Estes Valley Library. Schedule your appointment at estesvalleylibrary.org or by calling 970-5868116.

Sisters of Courage: The Harbisons

Saturday, March 18, 1-2:30 p.m., Estes Park Museum

Learn about an ordinary family that led an extraordinary life in the Rocky Mountains in the late 1800s. Presented by Dave Lively and in partnership with the Estes Park Museum.

Business Quick Start

Wednesday, March 22, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Hondius Room

Looking to turn your skills and passion into your own business? Join the Larimer Small Business Development Center for this “how to begin” workshop. Lunch provided.

Creative Business After Hours

Wednesday, March 22, 4-6 p.m., Makerspace

Explore Makerspace tools that can help your business thrive. Bring your logo and make name tags, tote bags, magnets, and more. Presented in partnership with the Larimer Small Business Development Center.

Aging & Ageism: A Living Room Conversation

Monday, March 27, 4:30-6 p.m., Wasson Room & online

Explore our relationship to the aging process, and the relationship of our communities to our growing aging population. Presented in collaboration with the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership.

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each month with our new Lego Club. Recommended for ages 6-12.

KIDS & FAMILIES

Library Storytimes

Baby Storytime: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10 a.m.

Preschoolers: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10:30 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Bo”: Tues., March 21 at 10 a.m. & Wed., March 22 at 6 p.m.

Pajama Storytime-Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Wed., March 29 at 6 p.m.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION

Cliffhanger Used Books

Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the post office, is operated by the Friends of the Library Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TEENS & KIDS

LAUGHTER IS GOOD MEDICINE… AND ESTES PARK HAS IT!

In 1979, Norman Cousins wrote a book entitled Anatomy of an Illness. He was diagnosed with terminal cancer and the book chronicles his fight. He was given six months to live and a 1 in 500 chance of recovery. But rather than give in to those odds, he decided to fight that illness with his attitude. He truly believed that laughter does good like medicine. Therefore, he ‘ingested’ that medicine. He would rent funny movies and standup comedy tapes, anytime his friends heard anything funny, they were to phone him and tell him about it. And he created his own moments of laughter. He tells a story about a time during his hospitalization. He had a nurse who was ‘all business’, so very serious. One day she came in, handed him a specimen cup, and asked for a urine sample. After she left, he poured some apple juice in the cup. When she returned to collect the cup, she eyed the sample and said, “We’re a little cloudy today, aren’t we?” Cousins said, “Yep, we better run it through again!” And he drank the liquid in the specimen cup down in one gulp. He said the look on the nurse’s face was priceless, and he got a good laugh. Long story short, Norman Cousins was released from the hospital and started helping other patients dealing with terminal illnesses. Similar stories are heard everywhere. When Tamer Lee Owens celebrated her 104th birthday, she credited “Laughter, the Lord, and little things” for keeping her going. She finds enjoyment in every day…walking every day, talking with people and reading her Bible every day as she has done since childhood. Doctor Clifford Kuhn of the University of Louisville School of Medicine reports: “People who laugh do better than people who don’t!”

The Bible talks much about this blessing. “A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit.” (Proverbs 15:13) “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” (Proverbs 17:22) These verses don’t specifically talk about laughter but we see a picture of a heart that is given to merriment and laughter…a heart that wants to laugh and is ready to laugh.

I’ve said all these things this week because I truly believe that Estes Park has a tremendous part to play in the ‘happiness’ and ‘laughter’ that others need to make their lives better. I’m not sure how the Lord views the area ‘Frozen Dead Guy Days’ celebration, but I know that it can serve to make people laugh. If we don’t laugh when we see a ‘coffin’ fall apart during that race, I’d be surprised. I’ve never seen a person emerge from a ‘Polar Plunge’ without a…after the shocked look…big smile about their ‘adventure’…not to mention the laughter of those watching them leave the water.

One of the reasons that most people come to Estes Park is to ‘get rid of some stress’ by seeing some new scenery, and participating in some activities that will cause them to laugh and manifest that cheerful face and heart. Sometimes that becomes so much of a draw and experience that people want to return time-after-time and, on many occasions, explore the possibility of moving here. When I sold my house in Longmont some years ago, a woman from Idaho called to ask about it. She asked where we were moving to, and when I said ‘Estes Park’, she said, wistfully, “Can I go with you?”

‘Laughter, and a cheerful heart and spirit’…those ought to be things that we commit ourselves to provide for those who come our way. Think of all the things we have here…bumper boats and cars…and laughter heard as loved one ‘collide’, the slides, the fishing ponds, and the list goes on…each providing ‘good medicine’ to those people who participate. As I’ve mentioned on occasion, I enjoy working several hours a week at the Mustang Mountain Coaster. The money I receive allows me to help some needy causes: St. Jude’s hospital, Crossroads, the Shriner’s Hospital, and our local Church of Christ… and to take my dear wife, Martha, out to eat once in a while. However, the greatest blessing I get being there, punching tickets and greeting people, is listening to the laughter and joyful expressions of people as they finish their rides. The only ‘frowns’ I see are on faces of little children as they beg their parent: “I want to go again!”

That is my joy, and should be for all in our community, to bring a cheerful face and laughter to those to whom we provide their ‘laughter medicine’ during their time in Estes Park. That should be our feeling as we serve our nation’s people…and each other.

Bob Lewis

Young Chautauqua Combines Historical Research And Live Performance

Architect, musician, cartoonist. Philanthropist, empress, pharaoh. Engineer, suffragist, activist. Writer, politician, nurse. And so many more!

Since last November, students have been attending weekly Young Chautauqua sessions at the Estes Valley Library. Led by Katherine Dumont with the Estes Park School District, participants have personally chosen a historical figure and been studying their character in depth.

Last Sunday, March 12, six students made these figures come to life in the first of four performances:

● Lucy as Lizzie Magie

● Geneva as Nancy Wake

● Sam as Claude Monet

● Clara as Jacqueline Kennedy (pictured)

● McKenna as Alice Austen

● Selah as Aline Griffith

Missed out on these live impersonations? You’re invited to attend the other three upcoming Young Chautauqua performances in the Estes Valley Library’s Fireside Theater: Saturday, March 18 from 4 to 6 p. m., Sunday, March 19 from 2 to 5 p. m., and Saturday, April 8 from 4 to 6 p. m.

Building on their own personal research, costumed performers will present a first-person monologue as their historical figure. Afterward, they will take questions from the audience in character, then step out of character to

take questions from their perspective as the researcher and performer.

This program is made possible through the Library Friends & Foundation; specifically through a Memorial Fund from Young Chautauqua enthusiast and longtime Estes Park resident, the late Katie Speer.

Check out the below lineup for the upcoming performances:

Saturday, March 18 Performers

● Gabe as Dan Kiley

● Lydia as Josephine Cochrane

● Vittoria as David Bowie

● Emmett as Edgar Allen Poe

● Joshua as Charles Schultz

Sunday, March 19 Performers

● Cora as Eleanor Roosevelt

● Cameron as Lei Zu

● Alexander as Alexander the Great

● Camille as Florence Nightingale

● Mya as Mary, Queen of Scots

● Lela as Hatchepsut

Saturday, April 8 Performers

● Summer as Queen Elizabeth II

● Ben as Guglielmo Marconi

● Bethy and Nora as Lucy Burns and Alice Paul

● Carrie as Kate Sheppard

● Addy as Barbara Gittings

Registration is not required – the community is invited to join for any performance.

Learn more at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Photos of Clara by Cerissa Hocker

March 17 - March 23

Business Quick Start And Creativity At The Estes Valley Library

Aging & Ageism: Engage In This Community Conversation

From: Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership and the Estes Valley Library

As soon as we are born, we begin aging. At times in our lives, we automatically seem to be more valu able to society; as we grow older, especially after retirement age, it can feel like our value to society diminishes.

Did you know that the Estes Valley Library has resources available for small businesses? The library is an active part of our local business ecosystem, partnering with key players like the Estes Chamber, Visit Estes Park, the Estes Park Economic Development Center, and the Larimer Small Business Development Center to support local businesses at all stages of development. From materials in the collection to equipment in the Makerspace, programs, services, and partnerships throughout the year, and even free meeting space, businesses are patrons of the public library, too!

This Wednesday, March 22, the Estes Valley Library is proud to partner with the Larimer Small Business Development Center for two valuable workshops. At 10 a.m., join Business Quick Start and explore how to turn your skills and passion into your own business. Small business experts will share how to take your ideas and turn them into reality. The workshop continues through

noon and lunch will be provided. Later in the day, visit the Makerspace for a Creative Business After Hours!

Starting at 4 p. m., you’re invited to drop in and explore tools that can help your business thrive. Bring a copy of your logo and get hands-on time creating materials: use the laser engraver to make branded name badges or keychains, try the laminator on signs, or personalize items for staff incentives.

Both events are free to attend and business owners (or dreamers) of all types are invited to participate.

The Larimer Small Business Development Center is one of 15 centers across Colorado and has helped existing and new businesses start, grow, and prosper for 36 years. They provide free confidential business consulting, practical workshops and events, and connections to valuable resources.

This March, the library is celebrating the art of making - and business owners, you are makers, indeed. Learn more and sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Want To Be An Influencer? In Nature You Already Are

Younger members of society may feel both inspired and frustrated by their surrounding aging population. Perceived “old-fashioned” ideas and lack of understanding of con temporary issues can create an adversarial position between generations, when in reality, many of us have much more in common than we are different.

At the next Living Room Conversation, a Community Conversation series, join your fellow community mem bers to share your personal experiences with aging and ageism. The conversation will take place on Tuesday, March 27 in the Wasson Room at the Estes Valley Library as well as on Zoom for those who would like to join remotely. Angel Hoffman, Northern Colorado Regional Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, and Mark Sleeter with Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado via the Larimer County Office on Aging will be in attendance.

point in which visitors generally, and photographers specifically, are causing tangible, extensive, and progressively worsening negative impacts on nature.’

With a powerful short video (vimeo.com/807834220) launched together with its 5,200 members from 77 countries, Nature First wants to show people the impact they have as an individual within this cultural phenomenon. Educating people that they do have a responsibility when visiting nature, battling the lack of widespread knowledge of basic stewardship practices and outdoor ethics.

In this day and age, topics like generational differences can create arguments and social divide. Living Room Conversations offer a safe space for folks of all backgrounds to come together and learn. This conversation will seek to help us develop a deeper understanding of the opportunities, challenges, and relationships of our communities to our growing aging population.

This interactive program is participatory in nature, and attendees will be asked to engage with and contribute to the conversation. Come to the table to share your perspective, learn about the experiences of others, and leave with strong connections and a shared sense of community.

Community Conversations are co-hosted by Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership (EVRJP) and the Estes Valley Library. For more background on the conversation series, visit www.estes.org/ community-conversations.

To sign up for this Living Room Conversation, visit estesvalleylibrary.org, which also includes additional information and a link to the Aging & Ageism Conversation Guide.

influencing nature,’ adds Maria Leon, director of the film, which has been made with Belgian production company Fledge. ‘I hope this film shows in a mere sixty seconds the snowball effect one can have when intentionally or unintentionally promoting photography in fragile wild lands. This film wants to address people’s responsibilities in these issues, addressing these trends in a proactive and positive way.’

Being an influencer is like being the new film star. The aesthetic beauty of popular influencers’ feeds, the likes, the attention and the commercial deals - it all makes people realize: I want that too. It means a growing number of people are constantly on the lookout for the best possible photo out there while building their persona as an influencer. But what might not be obvious to them is the fact that they already are influencers - influencing the very places of nature they’re visiting. It is a recent and global phenomenon that’s growing every

On Nature First’s website people can discover the film and how they can still enjoy these inspiring wild lands while making sure they’re not influencing negatively. day and that has environmentalists concerned throughout the world.

‘Knowingly or not, people influence every square inch of the environment they’re visiting,’ says Erik Stensland, managing director of organization Nature First. ‘They trample habitats. They influence wildlife with their loud behavior. They influence their followers into thinking it’s ok to pose in the middle of a wild flower field. They influence even more people by geotagging the place and nurturing a new Instagram hotspot, thus aggravating the situation. We have reached a

‘Even if you are not aware of it, you’re

Story Slams: A Night Of Live Storytelling

Have you ever broken through a spell of the winter blues? Have you ever been unexpectedly renewed? Or are you just plain fed up with the howling winds of winter and are eager for the spring thaw and a summer of blue skies? We want to hear your story about it!

It’s no joke: The Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies (FAGR) is inviting you to a Story Slam on April 1st at the Historic Park Theatre. A Story Slam needs no introduction if you are already an avid aficionado of The Moth, but if not, you are in for an extra special treat. Story Slams are live story-telling competitions where storytellers share personal vignettes—without notes—connected to a theme. Our theme for the evening is Spring: Lose Those Winter Blues. Come to share your own story or to discover how riveting live storytelling can be. Stories must be true, told without notes, and connected to the night’s theme. Other area storytellers will help to judge the event and to crown a winner for the night’s competition. Besides brag-

ging rights, the winner earns the opportunity to tell a story as a part of the Stories Worth Telling Festival in Golden in September. Come wow us with your words and wit on this incredible night of storytelling—or just come to listen to a good yarn.

Our host for the evening is Nick Ross who has hosted story slams for The Moth for the last eight years in Denver. Ross is himself a passionate storyteller with a background in theatre and film; he performs regularly at Chaos Bloom Theatre and Rise Comedy—and for one memorable night, he’ll be right here in Estes Park for our own Story Slam sponsored by KUNC.

The Story Slam tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors or FAGR members, and $10 for students. The Historic Park Theatre opens its doors for this event at 6:30, and the program starts promptly at 7:00. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.historicparktheatre.com.

Estes Valley Trail Runners

Estes Valley Trail Runners returns with a weekly group run!

Every Wednesday, beginning March 22nd - 5 p.m. @ Lumpy Ridge Trailhead with rollout at 5:15 p.m.

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu

March 20 – 24

Monday, Mar 20 Stuffed Meatloaf (w/ broccoli, bacon & cheese) w/ Mashed

Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Tuesday, Mar 21 Roasted Herb Chicken w/ Roasted Potatoes & cottage cheese

Wed., Mar 22 Pizza Burger (topped w/ pepperoni, mozzarella cheese & marinara sauce) w/ Pasta Salad

Thursday, Mar 23 BBQ Pork Ribs (4) w/ Baked Beans & coleslaw

Friday, Mar 24 Shrimp Basket (8 fried) w/ Homemade Chips & soup of the day

March 27 – 31

Monday, Mar 27 Philly Meatball Sandwich (topped w/ green peppers, onions & mozzarella cheese) w/ Homemade Chips

Tuesday, Mar 28 Fried Chicken (3 pc) w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Wed., Mar 29 BBQ Beef Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich on sourdough bread w/ Baked Beans & coleslaw

Thursday, Mar 30 Chicken Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, Mar 31 Salmon (4 oz grilled) w/ Rice Pilaf & soup of the day

Meals are $7 for current 2023 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. 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, Mar 20th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Mar 17th. 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.

The Center is OPEN (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-1; Tuesday 10-2) TriFit (MWF 10:30-11:15); Yoga (TT 10:15-11:15); Mahjong (Tuesdays 10 – 2)

Live Music TBA (1st, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ noon); Presentation (3rd Tuesday @ noon)

Two Bridge Groups: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wed. of the month & Every Thursday 12:30 - 4 PM

Reserved Meals-to-Go delivered to your vehicle or EAT at the Senior Citizens Center Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org or call for the latest information

All ability levels are welcome; come hear the exciting developments in Estes trail running!

-EVTRTaylor Bodin, Kevin Benes & Sam Beal

CPW Continues Human-bear Conflict Reduction Grant Program; Offers $1 Million In Grants To Reduce Conflicts In Local Communities

agers and individuals,” said CPW Grant Manager Travis Long. “Fortunately, CPW saw success with this grant program last year with many communities taking advantage of the opportunities this funding provided and implementing projects to help reduce con-

Utilize proven techniques for preventing conflict or explore an innovation with promise to prevent conflict. How

to Apply

Applications are available on CPW’s website and are due by May 5, 2023 at 5 p.m. For questions or application assistance, please contact CPW Grant Manager Travis Long at travis.long@state.co.us. Successful grant recipients will be announced in June, 2023.

Go to cpw.state.co.us to view the 2022 grant recipients to see what types of projects were selected during the competitive grant process.

Bears activity in Colorado

Area Wildlife Manager Tim Kroening. “They spend all day looking for food and most conflicts with humans can be traced back to a human provided food source like trash and bird seed. That is why humans are the focal point for wildlife managers when trying to reduce conflicts with bears.”

From 2019-22, CPW received over 18,000 reports of sightings and conflicts with bears. Nearly one-third of those reports involved trash cans and dumpsters as an attractant, which will be a target area CPW looks to address when awarding grants.

In an effort to help communities co-exist with bears, Colorado Parks and Wildlife will continue its Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant Program, providing local Colorado communities with financial resources to support efforts that reduce human-bear conflicts.

CPW will be offering up to $1 million that it will distribute through a competitive grant process this spring to be used on projects that reduce conflicts with bears in local communities. This grant program strives to foster innovative solutions to human-bear conflict that can be replicated in other parts of the state and bolster those efforts in all communities in Colorado.

Last year, funding for the program was made available through House Bill 211326, which passed the General Assembly and was signed by Governor Polis in 2021. This program was so successful that CPW decided to continue the program and fund it themselves.

Local governments, NGOs, HOAs, community groups, businesses, tribes, universities and individuals are all eligible to receive funding. Applicants can apply for grants between $50,000 and $500,000.

“Human-bear conflict measures cannot be successful without collaboration between local communities, wildlife man-

flicts with bears.”

Eligible Projects

The goal of the Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant Program is to reduce conflicts between local communities and black bears. Characteristics of projects that help meet this goal include:

Reducing the availability of attractants to black bears in communities experiencing human-bear conflict or disincentivizing black bears from entering areas of high conflict (i.e. hazing).

Have local community support or detailed plans to build local support.

Are cost-effective investments that have the potential to last beyond the funding time frame.

Wildlife managers estimate that Colorado has between 17,000 - 20,000 bears and the population is stable and growing.

“Bear behavior is consistent and predictable,” said

Other constant sources of conflict include birdfeeders, livestock, bears accessing open garages and other human originated items that are left unsecured. Increasing human-bear conflicts can lead to property damage and increased demands on time and effort to respond to the conflicts by CPW and local government personnel. Expanding existing conflict reduction efforts or developing new approaches will help reduce impacts on bear populations and community resources, and improve public safety. Learn more about CPW’s other grant programs on our website: cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/ GrantPrograms.

Photo courtesy of DJ Hannigan

EP NEWS photo

Photo courtesy Jim Ward

Photo courtesy Jim Ward

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Live Music Tribute To Peter, Paul And Mary Sold Out - Matinee Show Added

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Dream Team

Making

Estes Park’s American Legion will host Magic Dragon, a new group featuring Cowboy Brad Fitch, on Saturday, April 1 at 7 p.m. That show has sold out, but the Legion is also hosting a follow-on matinee performance on Sunday, April 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets to the matinee are available online at esteslegion.org and in person at the Legion (850 N. St. Vrain Ave.). At both concerts, heavy appetizers will be available at additional cost.

The local American Legion is open to the public and is a welcoming place to have a meal, enjoy live music, play bingo and spend quality time with friends old and new. The Legion is committed to providing a support network for veterans and their families, but also serves the community with family activities. More information about Magic Dragon is available at magicdragon.live, facebook.com/magicdragonlive, and youtube.com/@magicdragonlive.

John Wolf, Classical Pianist This Saturday At Shepherd

Of The Mountains

The Peak to Peak Concert Series presents John Wolf, classical pianist, on Saturday, March 18th, 2:00 p.m. at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park.

The Peak to Peak Concert Series is sponsored by the Oratorio Society of Estes Park and highlights local musicians. Concerts are free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated. The concert will be followed by a reception to meet and greet the performers.

During the first half of the concert, John will perform Bach’s Italian Concerto, and the Sonata for Flute and Piano composed by Robert Charles Howard. Robert Howard will perform the flute part. After intermission, Mr. Wolf will play Mozart’s Sonata in Bb Major, K. 333.

John Wolf has a Bachelors of Music in piano performance and music literature from Southwestern University, and a Masters of Music in piano performance and pedagogy from SMU. He has performed in solo recitals, as an accompanist, and as a soloist with the Southwestern Sinfonietta and Dallas Civic Orchestra. After graduation, Wolf pursued a career in public education and continued to teach piano privately and accompany high school band, string, and choral students in San Antonio and Dallas for many years. Wolf retired to Estes Park, Colorado in 2020 to immerse himself in mountains and music. He attends the Rocky Ridge Adult Piano Seminar an-

nually and is currently studying piano under the guidance of Hsing-ay Hsu, a concert pianist in New York City. He also plays regularly in masterclasses given by David Korevaar, Larry Graham, and Sergio Gallo.

Wolf is active with the Boulder Amateur Piano Society and Rocky Ridge Music, and is giving a joint recital on March 16th with tenor, Andre GarciaNuthmann, in Broomfield, Colorado. The Peak to Peak concert is his first recital in Estes Park.

Robert Howard is well-known in Estes Park as the director of the Oratorio Society of Estes Park, a member of the Emerald Lake Quartet, and a private teacher. Prior to coming to Estes Park, Robert was a Faculty member at Merimec Community College for 31 years, where he conducted orchestra and chorus and a conductor for the Belleville Philharmonic orchestra.

Robert has his B. A. from Eastern Michigan University and a M. M. in Composi-

tion from Michigan State University, having studied composition with H. Owen Reed. Robert began composing in high school. Robert’s compositions include: Gateway Orchestra (performed by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra), Horizons (commissioned for the Missouri All-State Orchestra), Journey of Discovery, a cantata written for the centennial of Lewis and Clark’s expedition, and Wilderness Reflections, composed for the centennial of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Estes Park Men’s 18 Hole Golf Association Kicking Off 2023 Golf Season

Welcoming New Members

The annual ritual between May and October is set to begin. For over 50 years it has marked the time of the year where old friends become reacquainted and new friends are made.

Beginning on May 1 and on every Monday morning approximately 70 enthusiastic and excited men (boys) between the ages of 25-95 arrive at the Estes Park Golf Course eager to place their $5 into the weekly winnings pot that will be divided amongst the most skilled and luckiest golfers at the end of the day.

“Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots, good breaks from bad shots –but you have to play where it lies. ” — Bobby Jones

The Estes Park Men’s 18 Hole Golf Association (EPMGA) celebrated another successful year in 2022 while welcoming several new members.

2022 Golf Season Highlights

• 18-Hole Club House Underwent a Much-Needed Facelift - Improvements included new carpets, bar floors, front desk, displays, etc. while maintaining the mountain club house ambiance

• New Golf Course Irrigation SystemAfter nearly 50 years, the 18-Hole Golf

Course begin installing a new irrigation system.

• Grand Lakes Home and Away – Estes Park enjoyed another victory in the “Great Divide”

• Congratulations to the 2022 Winning Ryder Cup Team – Captain Scott Logan led the team of Will Casey, Brad

• 2nd Place – Tony Palmer

• 3rd Place – Wayne Anderson

• Championship Match Play

• 1st Place – Austin Logan

• 2nd Place – Chris Layton

• 3rd Place – Joel Moore & Rene Archambault

Outlook for 2023

• The 18-hole Pro Shop is scheduled to open Monday, April 24th, course play begins Monday, May 1st , and the EPMGA begins play on Monday, May 1st . This is all subject to weather.

• New Cart Fleet – New Carts are in and ready to go for 2023. The new fleet includes quieter Yamaha gas powered carts, more comfortable seats, cushioned steering wheel, larger cupholder console, and USB ports. The carts will still have the GPS units on them as well to make measuring distances easier and faster.

victory

Congratulations to All 2022 Tournament Winners

o President’s Cup

• Blue/White Division

• 1st Place – Tom Keyworth

• 2nd Place – Rod Unruh

• 3rd Place – Dwight Stanford

• Red/Yellow Division

• 1st Place – Dick Smith

• Senior Match Play

• 1st Place – Brad Doggett

• 2nd Place – Tom Keyworth

• 3rd Place – Steve Nagl & Drew Webb

• Stroke Play Championship 55+

• 1st Place – Drew Webb

• 2nd Place – Ray Leaycraft & Larry Nosbish

• Net Match Play

• 1st Place – Greg Fyfe

• 2nd Place – Charlie Hanchett

• 3rd Place – Bill Reed & Henry Glover

• Earl Faulkner

• 1st Place – Al Wagner

• 2nd Place – Roger Erwin

• 3rd Place – Steve Nagl & Stan Osborne

• Longs Peak Team Championship

• 1st Place – Joel Moore & Dave Clifton

• 2nd Place – Ron Little & Paul Besson

Also, thanks go out to 2022 Board of Directors who guided the association through a very successful year:

• John Tessler – President

• Russ Schneider – Treasurer

• Ray Leaycraft, Dick Smith, Drew Webb, Virgil Yarbrough, Stan Osborne and Steve Wirrig

“Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated; it satisfies the soul and frustrates the intellect. It is at the same time rewarding and maddening – and it is without a doubt the greatest game mankind has ever invented.” — Arnold Palmer

• New Golf Course Irrigation System - The irrigation system installation was nearly completed in 2022. Installation is expected to be completed prior to our May 1st, 2023 opening date.

• 9-Hole Club House Updated - Improvements include new flooring, front desk, displays, etc.

• New Restaurant for 2023 - We're pleased to welcome Mother's Café to Estes Park Golf Course. Mother's Café will serve casual American fare and will be a great addition to our golf community.

The 2023 EPMGA Board:

• John Tessler – President

• Russ Schneider – Treasurer

Stan Osborne, Steve Wirrig, Dick Smith, Drew Webb, Virgil Yarbrough, Steve Poznic, and John Copenhaver

Estes Park Men’s Golf Association would like to invite new members to join us for the 2023 golf season. There is an exciting schedule of events already planned for the upcoming year.

For more details:

• Please contact - John Tessler at 409504-7932 or johntessler@hotmail.com

2023 Season Passes are on sale now Please contact below for more information:

• Austin Logan, PGA Golf Operations Manager, 970-5868146 Ext. 5, Austin@golfestes.com

• Aaron Tulley

Assistant Golf Operations Manager, 970-586-8146 Ext. 4, Aaron@golfestes.com

Doggett, Jim Matthies, Drew Webb, Dwight Stanford, John Copenhaver, Tom Keyworth, Rod Unruh, Tony Paglia, Russ Schneider and Tom Washburn to

Paul Richards Benefit Dinner And Silent Auction

Friends of Paul Richards are hosting a special fundraising event, the Clint Clymer & Friends dinner and silent auction. The dinner will take place on March 25 from 4-7 p.m. at El Mex-Kal restaurant.

Paul states he would not be where he is today without the help of others. He has been blessed to have wonderful friends most of his life and believes it is what we pay forward that is a good indicator of what is to come.

From Paul, “Having three types of cancer at once is certainly a dilemma. To have them under control and to finally be healing is really therapeutic and uplifting. It is not without its caveats. One of my cancers is a Stage 4 and fortunately treatment to date finds it to be an ongoing issue not an immediate crisis.”

He continued, “I was in a rather severe auto accident in 1999 and through the process of healing I was introduced to CranioSacral Therapy, as a patient. After many intensive sessions, therapists suggested that I had a very good understanding of the process and that I should take the classes necessary to treat humans and animals, specifically horses and other small animals. It was to be the last of my "careers" and a great way to payback some of the fantastic experiences that I have had while healing. For 10 years I have treated veterans, neighbors and animals part time and I was able to gift my clients with treatments. I was just establishing a new practice in Michigan when life events intervened and I needed to move to Colorado to be

near family.

Shortly thereafter, I was diagnosed with two more cancers. This struck in a rather big and debilitating way with both surgery and chemo to combat them, virtually ending my ability to ride horses and slowing the possibility of providing CST. I still love to be around horses and I hope to be able to ride again in the near future. The year of COVID and chemo virtually scrapped my plans for business as well as my ability to perform CST.

I have always been eager to help in the communities I live in. My multiple businesses have always been a part of paying it forward. Baking is a love of mine and my bakery was able to supply the local food pantry for several years and was used for several community fundraisers. I’ve also worked with local entities to find homes for difficult-to-house singles and families. I’m very excited for the coming of spring and the hope of being with the animals I find so dear and such a fantastic energy boost.

I want to thank you all, the community, for your BIG caring hearts, your soulful generosity and love …above and beyond.” Paul Richards

The evening will be full of great food, surprise celebrity guests and an amazing silent auction. Paul will receive 100% of the proceeds generated at this event. Tickets for this fundraising event are $100 and are available by calling 970443-0973. See flier below.

Get your tickets today!

Adam Orozco 12th Grade

Congratulations to Adam Orozco, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for March 17, 2023.

Adam is the son of Israel Orozco and Micaela de la Rosa. At EPHS, Adam is in track and field

and enjoys throwing discus and shot put. He played football for three years and earned his varsity letters in football and will get one this year for track and field. Outside of school, he likes to lift weights. Adam has one younger brother and three sisters.

A place Adam would love to visit someday is Switzerland, for its beauty.

Adam’s favorite quote is “Stars cannot shine without darkness.”

The best advice he’s ever received and would give to someone is to “Be 100% every day.”

After high school, Adam plans to go to trade school.

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 sit-

Rotary Club Of Estes Park Donates

When the Rotary Club of Estes Park (Noon Rotary) learned about the work the Youth in Action/Give Next Club (YIA) does for nonprofits in the Estes valley, members voted to add funds to amplify their work.

YIA Club fundraises and makes direct grants to local nonprofit organizations. Students learn skills through grant-making that have a positive impact on their community now and in the future.

The Bohemian Foundation gives the students $5,000 as seed money each year. Throughout the school year the students raise additional money to be awarded to local charities and nonprofits that the students select through a competitive process.

Over the past several years, Youth in Action students at EPHS have awarded grant money to the Cycling Coalition, Ms. K’s Farm, Estes Park Learning Place, Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAVA), Lifelong Learning of Estes Valley, Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) Family Resource Center, and La Cocina, among others. “

uation, call Jayne the “Bear Lady” at: 970-685-8756.

Among money-making projects this year, YIA members raised over $800 for Give Next at a Bingo Night held at the school in December, according to YIA sponsor teacher Marsha Weaver.

In the spring, YIA sponsors a “Shark Tank” where Estes Valley nonprofit organizations and charities apply for funding. Students read applications, attend presentations, then interview some of those organizations to decide who will receive money and how much each of the winning organizations will receive.

“Youth in Action has helped me to form connections with community members that have taught me lifelong lessons,” says YIA member Anna Roberts. Fellow club member Oliver Tapia agreed, saying, “Youth in Action is my favorite club at high school, because

it gives more opportunities to interact with my community.”

“One of the challenges,” says YIA student Lily-Ann Smith, “is to resist choosing too many organizations as beneficiaries, because then there won’t be enough money to make a meaningful difference for any of those organizations.”

YIA club members are currently considering this year’s grants. The students have narrowed their decision to their top five choices and are in the process of contacting those organizations for interviews.

This year’s selections will be announced at an awards banquet scheduled for April 26. Watch for more details closer to the date.

“Rotary’s motto is ‘Service above Self’,” says Beth Weisberg, Director of Community Service for Noon Rotary. “What better way to encourage young people to experience the rewards of building their community than to show our support for what the Give Next students are doing in Estes Park?”

Noon Rotary’s Community Project funds come primarily from sales of the Friendship Card, a local discount card sold throughout Estes Park, costing $10 and providing discounts at over 70 local merchants. For information on where to buy the 2023 card:

www.visitestespark.com/coupon/rotaryfriendship-card-for-localdiscounts/2064/

Marsha Weaver, teacher-sponsor for Youth in Action/Give Next program at EPHS; students Alison Raymond, Mason Wignall, Meah Weaver, Dawn Nguyen; and Beth Weisberg, Rotary Club of Estes Park Community Service Director.

Upcoming Presentation By The Larimer County Office On Aging

Are you curious about what the Larimer County Office on Aging (LCOA) does? What is an Area Agency on Aging? How does the Ombudsman Program support and advocate for older adults? What services does the Aging and Disability Resource Center provide? These and other questions and topics will be covered in a presentation by Erin Alt and Mark Sleeter at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center (EPSCC) on Tuesday, March 21 at 12:00. All are welcome to attend this free event.

Erin Alt is the Program Manager for the Office on Aging. Erin joined the Office on Aging in September of 2021.

Prior to her current role as Program Manager, she was the Executive Director of a non-profit in Montana that administered similar programs as the LCOA, including in-home services, nutrition, respite care, Information & Assistance, reassurance, and Options Counseling services. Mark Sleeter is the Program Supervisor of ADRC (Aging & Disability Resource Center). Mark joined the Office on Aging in February of 2021. Prior to his current role, he worked for 10 years as a Medical Social Worker in hospice care.

The Larimer County Office on Aging, located in the Department of Human Services, is the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for Larimer County. As one of sixteen AAA's in Colorado, the Office on Aging receives funding from the Federal Older Americans Act and the Older Coloradans Fund to provide services to Larimer County residents who are 60 and older, and to serve as the lead agency for planning and coordinating those services. Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), as mandated under the Older Americans Act, play a unique role to not only fund community partners and provide direct services but to innovate, ad-

vocate, and lead our community to meet the growing needs of the population. AAA's need to be visible, innovative, collaborative, and responsive to community needs.

The mission of the Larimer County Office on Aging (LCOA) is to empower older adults, adults living with disabilities, and caregivers to achieve their highest quality of life. LCOA can provide a roadmap to resources and services in the community. LCOA staff are knowledgeable about community resources and can assist with information and education so that a person can make decisions for themselves, or that of a loved one when considering options for long-term services and support. Support can also be provided to family caregivers and grand family caregivers with a focus on caring for yourself while caring for another.

If you cannot attend this program but are interested in learning more, please contact Erin Alt at (970) 498-7751 or ealt@larimer.org.

If you would like to order lunch for the presentation, you must call the Senior Center before 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 20. The meal on Tuesday is roasted herb chicken with roasted potatoes and cottage cheese. The cost of a meal is $7 for EPSCC members and $10 for non-members. Become a member of the EPSCC for just $30 per year and take advantage of lunch discounts and all our great programs. To order a meal, or for more information about the EPSCC, please call the Coordinator, Tonya Martin, at (970) 581-2195.

This community presentation is organized and sponsored by Renee Hodgden of RE/MAX Mountain Brokers. Renee is certified as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist by the National Association of Realtors and can be reached at rhodgden@remax.net.

Free Tax Preparation Assistance

Now through April 14, volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide program are once again offering free local assistance with income tax preparation plus electronic filing federal and Colorado returns.

Appointments are held at the library. To find out more or to schedule an appointment, call the library at 970-5868116 or visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

Ant Farms And Barn Raisings

By: Larry Strong

I got an ant farm one year for Christmas. It was a far cry from the Schwinn “Sting Ray” I was desperately hoping for and I was not a happy camper. My first instinct was to stomp on the little critters to put a quick end to the deal but my nine year old conscience got the best of me. My contempt eventually turned into wonderment as I would sit and watch the ants tirelessly build their tunnels. One day I asked, “Dad, how do the ants know what to do?”

He paused and said, “They just do.” Looking back, it was a good answer. I recon’ ants don’t know they can’t.

Northeast Indiana is Amish country and that’s where I was born and raised. When an Amish family loses a barn to a fire or tornado the Amish community comes together for a “Barn Raising. ” It’s called a “frolic” of all things and sometimes Amish families will arrive in horse and buggy from many miles away to lend a hand. It’s not uncommon to see a concrete slab turn into a completely new barn in 3 days or less. The labor is free and everyone pitches in including the little ones. Why do the Amish do it? Why do they stop whatever they’re doing to come help someone they may not even know build a new barn? They just do.

Whether it’s an ant farm, barn raising, Men on Fire or some other organization, one thing will always remain—Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM). The required ingredient, of course, is unity. If each ant did its own thing tunnels most

likely wouldn’t connect and the colony would not survive. When the Amish “frolic” during a barn raising they work as a cohesive team, cooperating with each other, unified in their mission.

Any other approach would be disas-

Men on Fire survives and is growing because we’re willing to “frolic.” How does such a diverse group of men representing so many denominations (including none) not only survive but thrive? How can men be unified but have different perspectives and beliefs on doctrine? How can a motley bunch of guys gather in unity who come from such varied places on their faith journey? We just do. We don’t know we can’t.

But it’s our love for the Lord, our desire to become better men in Christ and our relentless commitment to unity that wins the day. If we bring anything on Saturday mornings it’s our white flag of surrender. We understand the benefit of, “being likeminded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. And “doing nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. ” (Phil 2:2). Why would we pursue the alternative?

Men on Fire meets at the American Legion, 850 N. St. Vrain, Saturday at 8:00 a.m. for “Breakfast with a Purpose.”

Breakfast is optional but encouragement, support, acceptance and good fellowship is par for the course. Regardless of where you’re at in your life and faith journey you’re welcome and invited to join in the “frolic.” From out of town?

Join us!

We Can And Must Sustain

By: Judi Smith

In our modern lingo, “sustainability” varies in definition when used alone, dependent upon the intent of the speaker. In actual fact, it simply means the ability to survive, and there are many facets of survival. Each facet has its own crisis point if it is ignored, which allows all of those various definitions to be correct. Since survival is important to us all (person, business, municipality, country), we must take care to be aware of each separate facet and how it relates – or will re-

waste, which results in methane contributions to the ghg.

However, perhaps the most detrimental result of a wasteful, overly consumptive society is financial. To be fiscally responsible (sustainable) sounds simple: income must exceed expense, over the span of a lifetime or a year. With certain exceptions this also applies to each month, each week, and each paycheck. When planning a budget, it is vital to recognize the difference between want and need: How long will we really find

Don’t Forget Our Neighbors In Need

By: Brian Schaffer

“Don’t forget us!” are the words that stick with me when I think of people who are struggling to make ends meet, because nobody knows their current reality but us. Since January we have experienced a 27% increase in the amount of groceries we are giving out to ensure our neighbors don’t go hungry. In addition

Valley residents in need.

In addition to meeting the immediate needs of our neighbors, we are focusing on the human growth and development piece as we help people increase their capacity to reach their highest potential in life. Our Associate Director, Tim Van Ryn, is working closely with staff members to help us develop programs that

clean water and sanitation, and access to “modern” energy. They stress the need to take urgent action to combat climate change and its effects and to address consumption and production patterns to protect, restore and promote marine resources as well as the land of Planet Earth. Of course, a major platform lies in education encouraging innovation, productive employment, and economic growth that will assist in establishing equality of all peoples in a peaceful, safe, and truly inclusive society in human settlements throughout the world. (Although much of the wording in the above paragraph comes directly from these 17 goals, they are not complete, nor in order. It is worth checking out sdgs.un.org/goals to read them for yourself.)

As greenhouse gases (ghg) amass in the atmosphere, animals, including mankind, find themselves faced with increasing health problems. It is often more difficult to pinpoint the cause of low oxygen than it is to realize that ghg causes flood and fires. We must, as a nation, and as individuals, be ever vigilant to stop burning fossil fuels (including treated woods or forms of plastic) and to stop filling the landfill with organic

afford lasting quality? Also, when it comes time to expunge something from our household, how and where will it go? Never landfill what could be used, by someone, somewhere – without a valiant effort to find that individual. Always look for sustainable alternatives. With an eye to the future, always look for ways to extend disposal possibilities into sustainable options that save resources through reuse, repurposing, recycling, or composting.

Our European friends across “the pond” take ecological sustainability seriously. But here in the United States, in Estes Park, the public recycling bins were filled so often with food waste, dirty diapers, ice cream, and other nonrecyclable substances that the Town gave up and removed them from Elkhorn Avenue. This is a “social” issue as well as an “ecological” sustainability problem. Are our visitors (and sometimes our local residents) unknowledgeable or do they simply flaunt the rules. What can we do about that? Some have suggested better labeling or, perhaps, only bottles and cans. Does anyone have other ideas?

Agree? Disagree? Comments.

RRRcyc@signsandwishes.com

to food we have seen requests for housing and utility assistance double from the numbers we had this time last year. During this economic crisis we don’t want anyone to fall through the cracks, so we’re ordering more food to keep the shelves fully stocked and we’re also writing more checks to ease the fears associated with people losing their housing or having their utilities shut off. We are listening to more heartbreaking stories than we ever have before, so we need your help to ensure we have enough funding to do the bare minimal to take care of our neighbors in need. It’s a great time to give because we have a matching program going on where you can double your donation by giving in the months of April and May. We know many hands make light work and this applies with giving as well. Many hands giving towards the needs of our neighbors will quickly ensure we have enough to keep providing basic human services to Estes

will resource our neighbors to help them “Grow Capacity and Reduce Dependency.” One of the upcoming programs is a Job Training Center, so if you’d like to find out more about becoming a Career Navigator please reach out to Tim at tim.crossroadsep@gmail.com We really do need each other to succeed in life! Over the years I have discovered in a very fulfilling way how getting involved with a neighbor in need strengthens the fabric of our society. We would love to have you join us as we commit to loving our neighbors as much as we love ourselves. For you, this could be an investment of your time, talent as well as your treasure. We need a little bit of all three, so please consider how you might steward the resources you’ve been given to make sure our neighbors are thriving and not just surviving.

Allenspark Community Church

By: Cindy Rockett

Everyone is invited to attend one or both of the Easter Sunday services to be held at the Allenspark Community Church on Sunday, April 9th. Pastor Ralph Patrick will lead the congregation in a Sunrise Service at 7:00 a.m. and second service at 10 a.m.

Everyone attending these services is invited to a pancake breakfast to be pre-

pared by the men of the church following the first service until 9:30. You are asked to bring a fruit or casserole dish to share.

The church is located at 16 Washington Street in Allenspark, the “little log church in the heart of downtown Allenspark.” We look forward to having you join us in celebrating the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Flatirons Church Invites All To Sunday Worship

By: David Allen

There are so many technologies out in the world today. In fact, the myriad of advancements to enhance and even prolong human life is incredible. With this in mind, what would you think about a device that could erase memories of all the bad things you’ve ever done or better yet the bad things that have been done to you? Would you be willing to utilize this device to get rid of bad memories as a way of not taking revenge, carrying shame and guilt, or holding on to unforgiveness? As long as you carry these memories with you, then you will be tempted to hold people hostage, because you’ve never truly forgiven them. If you would choose to go under this device, then you would no longer have any ammunition for fights in the future or hold someone hostage for the things they owe you due to a traumatic episode in the past. You would no longer look at people differently because you would have no memory of the hurts that they’ve brought into your life. In Psalm 103 it says that God has purposefully chosen not to remember your sins. He says your sins are as far as the East is from the West. He has the power to remember everything but he has chosen to put on blinders to the past and not remember things that He has granted you forgiveness for. Is it possible that our forgiveness can reflect the forgiveness of God? The Bible says it is for a person who has been transformed through the

Barbara Coles

Barbara (McGuire) Coles, 78, of Allenspark, CO, formerly of Berea, OH and London, OH, passed away peacefully after a short illness on March 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

power of Christ. Forgiveness is vital to our spiritual well-being. The Bible tells us that if we’re at the altar preparing to pray and are reminded that we have not forgiven someone, then we need to go at once and forgive them, because if we can’t forgive others of their sins, then our Heavenly Father will not forgive us of our sins. It’s a condition of God’s forgiveness. Romans 12:2 gives us a promise that our minds can be renewed, so we need to pursue this as we follow the ways of Christ. The Holy Spirit of God will work inside of you to renew your mind. He will also reshape you, reform you, recondition, revive and refresh you to be more like Jesus Christ in all areas of your life. It might not happen overnight, but God wants to begin a super natural work in each of us. We don’t have to carry the hurts and bad memories any longer, so let them go today. Don’t allow the things done to you to become a stumbling block, but better yet a building block to start anew in life’s journey. This will require you to throw off everything that is holding you back and then focusing your full attention on Christ so that you can run the race marked out for you. If you’d like to learn more about this and meet others on the journey, then join us on Sunday at 11 a.m. We meet at the Reel Mountain Theater to worship together, hear a message from the Bible and help each other live fully into the purpose we were created for.

Beloved wife of Stephen of 56 years; preceded in death by parents Raymond and Jane McGuire of London, OH and in-laws Willard and LaVerne Coles of Fairview Park, OH; loving mother to daughters Caren (Andrew) Gardner of Lexington, KY, Susan Coles of Berea, OH, son Michael (Diane) Coles of Parker, CO; loving grandmother to Ben, Tommy and Danny Gardner; loving sister of Rebecca Mahaffee, and Mary Ann (Douglas) Barnes; niece, cousin, and aunt to many.

Barb was a caring, giving, selfless soul, devoting her life to volunteer activities including PTA volunteer and President; Girl Scout Troop Leader and Service Unit Director; Hilltop Guild volunteer and Treasurer; Allenspark Area Club member and Treasurer, among others. She combined her love of volunteerism and adventure by co-founding an international Girl Scout travel troop in 1994, that has since seen much of the world.

Barb worked tirelessly to support her family, from a very early age on the family farm, for the US Air Force during her husband’s enlistment, for Battelle Research Institute, and as an in-

ter-agency coordinator for the IAPG Federal Working Group at NASA.

One of Barb’s life ambitions was the completion of her college education, which she realized in 2014, earning a Bachelor’s degree from University of Colorado Boulder.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to either Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio: 1 Girl Scout Way Macedonia, OH 44056, specify donation to travel sponsorship; or The Hilltop Guild Philanthropic Fund: P.O. Box 23, Allenspark, CO 80510.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Please visit www.allnuttestespark.com to leave a message for the family.

Daniel R. Ringgenberg, 66 years old, of Leadville, Colorado, passed away on March 4, 2023 of natural causes. He is survived by his daughters, Danyele and Mary Ringgenberg; his brothers Dave and Jeff and a sister Linda. He is also survived by two grandchildren Abbey and Jack Palmer.

Dan grew up in Newton, Iowa, lived in Estes Park for most of his adult life, where he was once known as Doghouse Dan for his work at the original Doghouse on Elkhorn Ave. and in Leadville for the last years of his life.

Dan was a long-haired hippie, who once went a whole year without wearing shoes. He was a free spirit and lived life his way.

He is preceded in death by his brother Michael, his mother Cecilia and his father Norman. No services are scheduled at this time.

Dale Kosewick, 80, of Estes Park, CO, passed away peacefully at home on March 1, 2023. A full obituary will be published shortly, and there will be

a celebration of life in the fall to celebrate Dale’s life.

Please visit Allnuttestespark.com for further information.

Daniel R. Ringgenberg

Dale Kosewick

Alcoholics Anonymous & Other Recovery Meetings

AA of Glen Haven- Every Monday night at the Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. Also Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Glen Haven Town Hall. Book study meeting.

Early Worms-Monday thru Saturday at 7:00 a.m. (Tues., Thurs. & Saturday hybrid meetings with Zoom #796 839 839 PW:Worms20) at St. Bartholomew Church, 880 MacGregor Ave.

Fall River Group

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at 453 West Elkhorn:

Mon., Weds., at Noon Fri. at 7:00 p.m.

Zoom Meetings-Everyday at noon

Zoom #999 829 166 (no password needed).

Monday Zoom Big Book study at 7 p.m. #654 598 884 (no password

needed).

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Zoom #999 829 166

Celebrate Recovery -If you are one of these people who struggle with addiction, compulsions, and destructive behaviors as well as the lies which drive them, please consider coming to Celebrate Recovery and discover the joy of being set free. We meet on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for snacks and fellowship, being honest with ourselves and others, at the Christian Church of Estes Park, 4655 US Hwy. 36, Estes Park, CO. There is a seat for you.

Note: The AA Meeting website has over 6,000 members and there are 69 AA Meetings a week plus NA has 30 meetings a week.

Go to www.intherooms.com

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Town of Estes Park Retail Clerks

at the Estes Park Visitor Center

Seeking team players to work at the Conservancy Nature Store in the Estes Park Visitor Center

 Full- me; 40 hrs/wk with benefits; $19.00 – 19.50/hr

 Experience with marke ng or sales a plus

 Customer service experience required

 Cash-handling experience required

 Familiarity with computers and digital processes needed

 Knowledge in local natural/cultural history desirable

 High school diploma or GED required

See full posi on descrip on on our website before applying. For applica on informa on, ques ons, or to apply, e-mail Opportunity@RMConservancy.org Or, call 970-586-0121

RMConservancy.org

Full-time Seasonal Supervisor position for Lake Estes Marina

Positions start mid-April to mid-May and go through mid-August to mid-September. If you are organized, have retail experience, leadership qualities and want to work by Lake Estes, this position will be a great opportunity to contribute to the Marina team and grow your leadership skills!

Full-time year-round benefited Head Lifeguard

Looking for a collaborative team environment? Our Aquatics team is looking for a Head Lifeguard to join the leadership team. We are accepting application for certified Lifeguards and swimmers who want to be come certified. The position will support pool safety at the Recreation Center’s indoor pools. There will be opportunities to become a Certified Pool Operator and/or teach swim lessons.

Part-time and Seasonal Positions

We are accepting applications for Regular Part-Time Lifeguard positions and Seasonal positions in Golf Operations, Golf Maintenance, and Lake Estes Marina.

To learn more about these positions and apply on-line go to evrpd.com. Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

Looking for Customer Service/Cashier.

Love talking to people? Flexible hour. Part-time. Call 970-308-8248 or apply in store.

WorldMark Estes Park Resort is hiring!

Evening shift Maintenance Techs $18.61/hr 2:30pm to 11pm and Housekeepers $18/hr. We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision and Resort Discounts!

You've just found it! Fun family business

Outdoor World retail clothing and equipment year round stores needs you. Starting at $17.0030.00 per hour. Retail, managing, selling, merchandising and cleaning. You must be cheerful and like people. Choose your hours. Ages 15 to 80. Call Ernie 24 hours a day any day.

CLEANING!

Good Pay/flexible hrs. vaca rental home w 3 suites on W. Elkhorn.

Call Dana; 970-646-5760

RESTAURANT MANAGER, Line Cook and other positions

*apply within*

We are looking for YOU! Come be part of a fast-paced and FUN full-service restaurant team. We are looking to hire hard-working, self-motivated and high energy individuals to join our staff.

The Restaurant Manager position demands daily creativity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest level of professional standards. The Restaurant Manager must work well under pressure, be organized, flexible, self-motivated, reliable, and willing to work early hours. I am considering all experienced Restaurant Managers for this position. Requirements for this position are; inventory control, budgeting and maintaining cost, controlling labor, scheduling, safety and sanitation. Ensuring great service and culinary experience for our guests. Experience in proper food handling techniques and administrative skills. Salary 55,000-65,000 per year, plus some benefits.

Solitude Cabins and Lodge is now hiring for:

Full or Part time

Front Desk Agent

$17-20/hr depending on experience.

Please call 970-577-7777 ask for Kay

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Full details on employment opportunities and the application can be found at estes.org/jobs.

Full-time

Civil Engineer I - II (term limited)

Emergency Services Dispatcher I – III

Events Maintenance Worker I

Finance Director/Treasurer

Grant Writer

IT Support Specialist I

Police Captian Police Officer I – III

Special Event Coordinator

Water Superintendent

Seasonal

Community Service Officer

Community Service Officer Museum Assistant

Parks Maintenance Worker

Visitor Information Assistant

The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice, the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Responsible for the overall dayto-day operations of the Pine Room, the restaurant on-property at YMCA of the Rockies. $17.17$20.39/hour with full benefits, discounted childcare, membership, and more! www.w o r k inther o c k ies. o r g

NOW HIRING

Apply at 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park CO 970/586-1085 mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

Responsible for all catering and refreshment deliveries out of the Estes Park Center Food Service Department. $15.84$18.81/hour with full benefits, discounted childcare, membership, and more!

www.w o r k inther o c k ies. o r g

Dad’s Launday is now hiring great people!

• Part Time

• Year Round • Seasonal

• Day / Evening Shifts

Please call Ed @ 970-888-1221

Other

Are you looking for something that is a calling rather than a job? Good Samaritan offers many opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. If you want more out of your work than just a paycheck…check out our employment opportunities at www.good-sam.com. All training provided, QMAP qualification paid for, great benefits!

VOLUNTEERS

More than 40 percent of seniors report regularly experiencing loneliness. Good Samaritan Estes Park Village senior living community offer socialization, meal programs and wellness/activity programs to combat loneliness, gently supporting our residents that nurture their body, mind and soul. One of the ways we want to enhance this is through our volunteer program. We will pair seniors with friends in the community who can share their interests and offer companionship.

If you are looking to make a different in the lives of others, contact the Good Samaritan Estes Park Village. (970) 577-7700 ext 200 and ask for Irene.

Silver Saddle Inn

Thompson Ave. or email resume: info@estesresort.com

YMCA oF THE RoCkIES

2515 Tunnel R o ad

Estes Par k , C o l o rad o , 80511 Cook

Responsible for shift management of all kitchen & back of the house food service operations at the Estes Park Center Pine Room Restaurant; including menu planning, food preparation, ordering, and kitchen cleanliness. $15.84 - $18.81/hour with full benefits, discounted childcare, membership, and more!

www.w o r k inther o c k ies. o r g

Responsible

Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department: $15-16/hour, plus a summer bonus program and benefits package for full time employees. 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

Apartments

Apartment for Rent. One bedroom, one bath, close to town. NS, NP. $1200/mo. plus deposit. Utilities included. Call (970) 586-4175. Please leave callback number.

*Special XL 1 Bed/BA w/bonus room, secluded, quiet/midst Forest Apt:. 1/2 of home. PWS. Avail. April1! Gorgeous. Lots of decks/wildlife, land; a Gem! For 3-6 month min., No Nicotine, pls! Pref. kind/gentle soul(s).1 prsn $1060+ Util.,2 ppl 1560 + Furnished w/most items-neg. Good credit required. Text w/subject in title, pls! 303-594-5451

Commercial Rentals

OFFICE SPACE For Rent 970-290-4488

237 W. Elkhorn $3,000 per month. 12’ x 24’ with loft. Waterwheel Shops. Good location for artist, sculptor, tailor, yarn shop or craftsperson.

970-586-6308

3 bdr 2.5 bath monthly vacation rental. Amazing mtn. views, sunny open floor plan, spacious deck. Close to Estes Park town & RMNP. VRBO #3271657.

TRANSPORTATION Trucks

Trailers/Campers

Now Hiring Banquet Captains and Waitstaff. $22-$24+/hr. Flexible schedule. Will train.

Please email resume to jessica@jubilationscatering.com

1997 F-150 3 Door Super Cab. Clean, 4.6 V8, no issues, cold AC, good tires, tow package. 231k miles. $4800. 970-219-1866

27’ Interstate Trailer. $6,900.00 OBO Randy 970-215-7198

SERVICES

Home Repair/Service

Darrel’s remodel and handyman is here for all of your remodel and handyman needs. Darrel 720-235-7413 or darrelsremodel@gmail.com

Sewing/Alterations

Remixed Custom Sewing Services. NEW LOCATION! RV Cushions, outdoor furniture, benches, leather and Industrial Repair.

Call for appointment 970-492-5446

Must

We offer:

• Very competitive wages

• Attractive employee discounts

• Profit Sharing

• A great work environment surrounded by beautiful American art!

Please drop off resume in person at: 360 E. Elkhorn Ave. or, Email to info@earthwoodartisans.com

Hiring for FT/PT Flexible Hours, No Experience Needed, Fun Work Environment Stop by to apply 1260 Manford Ave (970)-586-9282

Piano Tuning

Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt. 577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

Other-Misc

Sound Bros LLC Wedding DJing, Live Sound, Karaoke Contact at info@sound-bros.com

Estate Sales ESTATE/MOVING SALE

Need to have one, but seems overwhelming. We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL JUDI 970-215-5548

NOTICES

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Jeyneise A Dobbins, Deceased. Case Number 23PR9. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Larimer County, Colorado, on or before July 17, 2023, or claims may be forever barred.

Person Giving Notice: Linda Marshall, 751 S Saint Vrain Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517.

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER

970-586-4418

www.aspen-eyecare.com

600 S Saint Vrain Ave - Suite 5

•equipped to evaluate macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts

•same day appointments for eye pain and emergencies

•referral access to specialized surgeons & advocacy for the best care

•full service optical for specialized eyewear

Comprehensive Eyecare Right Here in Estes Park!

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