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Bull Moose In RMNP On the east side of the Continental Divide (near Hidden Valley in RMNP), this mature bull moose browsed willows in the 4º windless sunshine. Moose shed their antlers in early winter, months before the elk drop theirs. (Elk shed antlers in early March). This bull was somewhat shy and did not give Richard an unobstructed view. It was Richard’s wise choice to avoid approaching this guy, because moose can be ill-tempered. Richard said the moose was enjoying the yummy willow tips. The snow was hip deep and the moose was able to move easily through the snow. Long legs allow adult moose to handle snow depths of 36 inches. January 17, 2017, 9:04 a.m.

Photo by Richard Hahn @ www.alpenglowimages.info

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Celebrate The Vision-Enhanced Footpath On Knoll-Willows

Public comment encouraged at Feb. 21 meeting The public is invited to comment on a proposed trail restoration plan on the east side of the Knoll-Willows Open Space at a meeting Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. Comments may also be sent to flancaster@estes.org. The Centennial Celebration Team and the Estes Valley Land Trust are considering restoring the tire tracks on the east side of the Knoll-Willows Open Space to a single footpath. The disturbance in the ground made over the years would be reduced from two tracks to one with the use of native grass on one side and added crushed gravel consistent with the kind found elsewhere on the Knoll. The proposed trail offers view sheds looking east towards Lake Estes and Mount Olympus. A few benches that

can be purchased as part of the fundraising project will be installed along the restored path. This trail restoration project falls within the Knoll-Willows Open Space Master Plan.

Plans for the Centennial project will be presented at the meeting, including revegetation of trails, construction of a new trail and a dedicated space for Plein Air painting, and prevention of motorized use with installation of a new gate. If the project is accepted by the community, the trail restoration work will take place in early spring and be available for public enjoyment this summer. 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the Town of Estes Park's incorporation. The Estes Park Centennial Celebration Team has been working on plans for a yearlong celebration of the Town of Estes Park and we invite everyone who lives, plays, visits, works in, or just loves Estes Park to cele-

brate as well. It's time to "Celebrate the Vision."

A major effort of the yearlong celebration is funding a Legacy Project to make improvements to the Knoll-Willows Open Space and renaming the area to honor the Centennial. Plans are in place for trail improvements, interpretive signing, benches, and restoration of damaged areas while maintaining the natural character of this special area. Look for products with the Centennial Logo appearing in local stores and at events (a full list of official Centennial merchandise can be found at www.estespark100.com). A special license is required to use the logo for events and products and a portion of the sale of all licensed products and 100 percent of the licensing fees help fund the Legacy Project. Applications for Official Centennial Events and to use the Centennial Logo are available online at www.es-

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Larimer County Community Development is hosting an Informational Open House in Estes Park on a Proposed Wildlife Protection Ordinance outside Estes Park Town boundaries. The ordinance would apply to residents outside of town limits but only within the Estes Valley Planning area. The open house is an informal drop-in event, and printed information will be also be available. There will

be no formal presentation, but those in attendance can ask questions and gather information about the ordinance.

The proposed ordinance is similar to the Wildlife Protection Ordinance approved by the Estes Park Town Board in 2015. The ordinance would require the use of a wildlife Resistant Container or wildlife Resistant Enclosure for trash, to keep wildlife from intruding into properties and trash.

The Open House will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. January 24, 2017 in the Hondius Room of the Estes Park Valley Library, 335 East Elkhorn Ave., Estes Park, CO. For further information, contact Michael Whitley, Larimer County Planning Department, [970] 498-7720, mwhitley@larimer.org.

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Moraine Avenue Bridge Replacement Open House Scheduled Feb. 1 The Town of Estes Park invites the public to hear information on the Moraine Avenue bridge replacement at an open house Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. The public will have an opportunity to review the preliminary design plans submitted by the Town's consultant, RockSol Consulting Group. The plans are under technical review by Town staff and are 30 percent complete. The meeting will be held in rooms 202 and 203 of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. The design drawings will be available for review and comment at the open house Feb. 1 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. A project overview presentation will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the open house. Citizens are encouraged to attend in person or provide comments at www.estes.org/moraineavenuebridge.

The comment form will be available from Feb. 1 to Feb. 8.

An upgraded Moraine Avenue bridge will significantly increase the capacity to convey floodwater within Fall River and

improve resiliency to the downtown area.

The bridge is one of five downtown bridges identified as top priorities for flood mitigation. Final design is scheduled for tentative completion by June 2017 with construction beginning fall 2017 and continuing through spring 2018. This project is being funded through a $2 million Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery Round 2 Infrastructure grant from the Colorado Departments of Local Affairs and Homeland Security and Emergency Management.

For more information, please visit www.estes.org/moraineavenuebridge or contact the Public Works Department at 970-577-3587. To receive Town news and/or meeting agendas in your email inbox, please subscribe at www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

Reminder: Fish Creek Road Construction Updates Larimer County, the Town of Estes Park, Estes Valley Recreation and Park District and SEMA Construction would like to remind members of the public to check the Fish Creek construction website www.fishcreekcorridorrepair.com to see the current schedule of road closures and general project updates. Updates are made to the construction schedule on a weekly basis.

These closures are in place to protect public safety as well as the safety of con-

struction crews. Members of the public entering work zones creates a dangerous situation and slows the progress of the project. Closures are mandatory for all traffic including automobiles, bicycles, and pedestrians.

To receive more information about this project please call the project hotline at 970-281-5184, email the public information team at info@FishCreekCorridorRepair.com.

Proposed Municipal Code Change To Allow Sidewalk Chalk Art Delayed The proposed revision to the current Municipal Code that would allow for non-permanent signs, symbols or marks to be applied to any sidewalk provided they are not commercial in content has been delayed until February, 2017. Town of Estes Park staff will work with the Parks Advisory Board to ensure that any proposed code change is compatible with the Town's Art in Public Places program.

The Parks Advisory Board will have this item on the agenda for their Jan. 20

meeting and the proposed revision will go before the Estes Park Town Board in February.

For more information please contact Assistant Town Administrator Travis Machalek at 970-577-3707 or tmachalek@estes.org. To receive Town news in your email inbox, visit www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

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Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com The Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) Chief Officers and Safety Officers generally respond in their personal vehicles (POV). Fire fighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles; as this allows for faster response by officers and medical personnel to assess the emergency and provide medical care.

January 8 At 8:18 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1902 Ptarmigan Trail to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 11:44 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 381 S. Saint Vrain Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 9 At 2:46 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 101 S. Saint Vrain Ave. for an alarm activation.

January 10 At 11:12 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 552 Driftwood Ave. for an alarm activation.

At 6:10 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to

1981 N. Morris Ct. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 11 At 4:11 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to the 2500 block of Highway 66 for a MVC. January 12 At 1:56 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to the area of Soaring Circle for an odor investigation.

At 7:01 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1775 Olympian Ln. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 13 At 5:44 a.m. the EVPFD was paged to 240 North Ct. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 11:04 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1101 Lexington Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 14 At 2:50 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 2970 Broadview Ln. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January League Meeting: Program Planning The League of Women Voters of Estes Park will be holding our annual Program Planning meeting on Wednesday, January 25, at 10:00 in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library. All leaguers and citizens are welcome and encouraged to attend.

This meeting is the League in action.

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. We never endorse political candidates. We do advocate for policy issues, but only once we have studied the issues and taken a position on them by consensus of our members.

Please join us as we review our local

positions and consider any changes we might want to make to them. In particular, and in light of our recent meeting on Affordable Housing, we will be discussing any actions we want to take as a local league to advocate on this critical issue within our community.

We also will be formulating our feedback to the State League on the state positions and will be developing our local plan on the “call to action” from the National League on “Making Democracy Work” around the topics of protecting voting rights, reforming money in politics, educating voters, defending the environment Please join us for this important meeting as we layout the programs and efforts we want to focus on in the coming year.

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Why It Is Important To Donate Blood Next Blood Drive is January 30, 2017 By: Kerrie Hill, EPMC

Plain and simple – giving blood saves lives! The blood you donate is a lifeline in an emergency and for people who need long-term treatments. Blood donation is a simple four-step process registration, medical history and mini physical, donation and refreshments. A healthy donor has about 10 pints of blood in their body. Roughly one pint is given during the donation. The same healthy donor may donate red blood cells every 56 days, or double red cells every 112 days.

There are four types of transfusable products that can be derived from blood red cells, platelets, plasma, whole blood and cryoprecipitate.

Typically two or three of these are produced from a pint of donated whole blood. Therefore, each donation can help save more than one life.

The next blood drive will be held on January 30, 2017 from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Estes Park Medical Center in Longs and Meeker Conference Rooms.

Please bring personal identification and be sure to be well hydrated before donating. Light refreshments will be available for donors. If you are on certain medica-

tions or have been on an overseas trip, it is best to check to see if you can donate.

For more information or donor guidelines, call the Garth Englund Blood Center at (970) 495-8965.

To donate, a person must be at least 18 years old (or 17 with a parent's permission) and show a photo identification.

New donors must weigh at least 120 pounds and be in good health. Prior donors must weigh at least 110 pounds The Garth Englund Blood Donor Center and other sites throughout the United States are ensure that the safest possible blood is readily available whenever and wherever needed, the military, for blood centers across the United States and for all 5,000 of America’s hospitals.

You don’t need a special reason to donate blood; you just need your own reason. Some of us give blood because we are asked by a friend or a loved one.

Some know that a family member or friend might need blood someday. Some simply feel that it is the right thing to do.

Whatever your reason, the need is constant and our contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply.

Plus, you’ll feel better knowing you have helped change or save a life!

Notice Of Crossroads Ministry Of Estes Park Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc., is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2017, at YMCA of the Rockies. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Dr. Tim McLemore, Executive Director, 970-577-0610.

The mission of Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc., is to practice Christian love by providing basic human services to residents of the Estes Valley who are in need. For qualifying low income residents of the Estes Valley, Crossroads Ministry provides assistance with food to

alleviate or prevent hunger, utilities, rent, temporary emergency lodging, critical transportation needs, and other basic human services, as well as compassionate case management and referrals to a wide range of community agencies and services for additional resources and assistance. All are treated equally regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, political belief, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation or identity, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, and marital status.

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PPLC Memorial Lights Christmas Tree By: Kerrie Hill- EPMC

Brightly burning lights have adorned the memorial lights tree on the lawn of Prospect Park Living Center since the first week in December. A total of $1465 in donations were donated in memory of those who have touched the lives of others, and are a symbol of live and remembrance.

Memorials were contributed in memory of: David B. Tyson by Leslie Leppla Tyson and Floyd Tyson; Al Howard and Owen Winters

by Ginger Howard; Shirley Bergman by Carla Ficke and Jean Saul; Jenn Betts by Stacey, Emily, Chelsea and Bug Betts; Myron Teggatz by Sue Taggatz; George Strumbos and Dixie Parsons by Kim Parsons; Bill Johannigmeier and Velma Johannigmeier by Carol Johannigmeier; Janet West, Marion Frances West, Bill Bangs and Billie Bangs by Debbie Bangs; Madeline Framson by Lloyd Fosdick; Thomas K. Lloyd, Mildred and Gene Hutcherson, Harry Hutcherson, Bev and Len Taylor by Charlotte Lloyd; Verna and Carl Johnson, Mary and Joseph Vergoth and Jean and Richard Marrquart by Marilyn and John Vergoth; Peggy Ramsey and Dorothy Seifert (anonymous gift); Freda Fincham by Abel Family;

Ernie and Wendy Altick by Cora Petrocine; Pat Smith by David and Cella Essex, and gift donation by Ronald and Sherry Colburn.

Each light on the tree is a visual tribute to the lives and the spirit of those who have touched our lives but who are no longer living. The purchase of a light can also be a healing event; remembering a loved one who is no longer here but will never be forgotten.

The Tree of Lights not only affords the opportunity to remember somebody special with the purchase of lights, but it also helps in a very tangible way. Funds raised help to purchase much needed items for the residents at Prospect Park Living Center.

Prospect Park is a skilled nursing facility adjacent to Estes Park Medical Center offering a home-like setting for residents as well skill professional 24-hour care.

The residents of Prospect Park Living Center thank you for your participation in the Memorial Lights Christmas Tree.

Your donation puts a light on the tree to remind us that we are not alone and that life is forever strengthened by those we have loved. Happy New Year from the residents and staff of Prospect Park Living Center.

Rosemary Needs A New Forever Home For The New Year

profit organization that works to find Adorable, little Rosemary is approxihomes for stray and abandoned pets, mately seven years old. She has some mobility issues but she gets around okay. control dog and cat populations by funding sterilization proSadly, she had a grams, educate broken leg that was members of the comnot addressed and munity, especially it healed wrong so young people, about she will need to be the humane treatment given oral pain of animals and the remedication. She sponsibilities of pet will be a nice lap ownership; and prodog for some lucky mote community inperson. Rosemary is volvement in the use friendly with people of pets as therapeutic and really loves to agents (e.g., in nursbe held and cuding homes). The dled. Do you have Estes Park Pet Assoroom in your home Photo by Joan Borel ciation is your local and your heart for humane society. You Rosemary? can make a tax-deductible donation to Stop down to the Pet Lodge at the Animal Medical Center on Manford Avenue the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO or call 586-9282 for more information about Rosemary, or any other pets up for 80517. For more information, contact adoption. All pets are offered through the Carolyn Fairbanks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.

Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-

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Estes Park Archives Program This Saturday, January 21 How do we differentiate, decades removed, from a man who escaped a troubled past and a man who invented a troubled past from which to escape?

Very little of what local legend Charles Eagle Plume (b.

1908 - d. 1992) recounted about his early upbringing, including his ancestry, or his first visits to Estes Park, is true, but does the blame rest on his mendacity, or in our cheerful willingness to swallow these lies, as apologists for past transgressions?

Everything written about Charles F. Burkhardt (a.k.a.

Charles Eagle Plume) pre1928, including every reflection he ever provided to naive and breathless recorders, is utter nonsense. The only way to properly reconstruct this portion of his life is to throw out the baby, the bathwater, and especially our guilt over poPhilip Sanchez (a.k.a. Ray Silvertongue) in 1928, totential charges of insensitiv- gether with the Hunt family (left inset) and future "indocity, and start over. trinee" Charles Burkhardt (right inset).

Despite Charlie's protestainto the deeply-held secrets of the tions that white men assigned a birthPueblo tribes. date to him that was neither accurate It seems equally unlikely that Charles nor meaningful, human beings of all Burkhardt, a senior at Colorado Springs races have the innate ability to distinHigh School in the spring of 1928, was guish newborns from teenagers, and it is in Estes Park at any point that year, and hard to imagine a Leadville census taker if he was, it was merely as a tourist, in 1910 confusing a baby with a fullrather than as a summer intern at grown adult.

Perkins' What Not Inn on Highway 7, or One previously ignored approach to a performer of Native American dances solving the "problem" of who Charles at neighboring lodges.

Burkhardt really was is through his early How these two met, and how Philip compatriots. In particular, a closer look Sanchez potentially took Charles at Philip Sanchez (a.k.a. Ray SilverBurkhardt under his wing, "reinventing" tongue) could prove especially fruitful. him and sending him out on a new caIn 1928, for example, Philip Sanchez reer path, is the subject of the Estes Park was definitely not in Estes Park, but was Archives program this Saturday, January instead returning in February from a 21, at 250 Moraine Avenue. The festivitour of Europe as a member of the Miller ties begin at 10:00 a.m., with a short Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West Tour, business meeting to follow. Free coffee later spending two months at the Smithand rolls will be provided, and the gensonian with the Hunt family (who poeral public is always welcome to attend. tentially treated him as an adopted son), For more information, email providing ethnographers with a glimpse ephrp@mail.com.

Tickets Now On Sale For “Money Matters” The cast of “Money Matters” by Michael Parker and Susan Parker is busily rehearsing this hilarious farce to be presented on Friday and Saturday January 27th, 28th and February 3rd and 4th with a 7:00 p.m. curtain and Sundays January 29th and February 5th with a 2:00 p.m. curtain.

Our cast of crazy characters include Michael Young, Cassie Weber, Larry Tyson and Elizabeth Potter and yes “Bud the Stud” is back

with “Charmaine.” Tim McLemore and CJ Jensen are reprising their roles as “Bud and Charmaine.”

Tickets are now on sale at Macdonald Book Shop for $15.00 each. Cash or checks only please. No tickets will be held without full payment. Seating will be limited so don’t wait to get your tickets.

The performances will be at the EP Masonic Lodge at 1820 South St. Vrain.

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Julian Oliver Earns Colorado Fiddle Championship Title 12 year old Estes Park resident, Julian Oliver recently earned the Colorado Fiddle Championship title for the second year in a row! The Colorado Fiddle Championships, sponsored by the Colorado Old Time Fiddler’s Association are held annually at the National Western Stock Show, attracting fiddlers from around the country competing for prize money, honor and a lot of fun!

Each contestant plays three songs; a Breakdown, a Waltz and a Tune of Choice and if they make to the second round of competition, they play three different songs. The divisions range from SmallFry to Senior and Grand Champion.

Julian Oliver with his award. Courtesy photos Julian has been act as judge, playing fiddle for as many of four and half years. her students He competes all over were comthe country, perpeting and forms at Cowboy she felt it Poetry Gatherings would not be and private events fair. throughout the state The Fiddle and appeared Contest nightly at the Lazy B doesn’t stop Chuck Wagon Supwith compeper and Show last tition. The season. musicians His teacher, Katie become like Glassman, currently family and holds the title for Julian with his teacher Katie Glassman and nationally National Western her student who won first her in Small Fry divi- recognized Swing Champion for sion. fiddlers and the second year in a Grand Champions gather each night and row. She is a three time winner of the jam with younger, less experienced muColorado Fiddle Championship Chamsicians as they strive to perfect their pion division. As a result, she was not alskills. Congratulations Julian! lowed to compete this year and did not

Thank You EVRPD Editor: My morning run around Lake Estes normally occurs at 7:00 a.m., but on Monday, January 16, circumstances obliged me to run at 5:30. It had snowed three inches the night before, and I wasn't eager to plod in darkness through accumulating drifts.

Amazingly, the lake trail was clear and my run went smoothly. Halfway around I encountered EVRPD Parks and Trails

Manager Herb Loveall driving a plow to clear the snow.

On behalf of the many runners and walkers who love and use our trails, thank you! While the rest of us were sleeping, he rose early to do a job that enhanced our lives. Individuals like Herb Loveall make Estes Park a very special to live.

Robert Burkhardt Estes Park, CO

Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com You can’t know until you’ve tried. Sometimes it turns out well, other times not so much. Take salt: For about two dollars you can buy Morton salt in the cylindrical container with the label of a girl under an umbrella (a bargain when you think about how boring life would be without salt). Or you can purchase the generic brand with a nondescript label on the shelf right next to the Morton’s for a fraction of the cost. You might as well put the no-name brand in your cart and save a buck. There is absolutely no reason to buy the expensive salt. Salt is salt is salt.

You may be rolling your eyes right now, thinking about what a tightwad some people are. “It’s salt, for Pete’s sake,” you think. “Live a little, Thunker! Go all out and buy Morton salt!” (So what’re ya gonna do? Tweet about it? Call me names? Of course not! That’s not how we do things in our neck of the woods. We’re gonna laugh at my frugal ways, poke fun at your wasteful habits, throw our arms around each other’s shoulders and walk out of the store planning our next hike together.)

The name brand/off brand (non)distinction works the same way with vegetable oil, flour, sugar, canned beans, lentils, rice, corn flakes, oatmeal, canned fruit and butter, naming just a few of the many items with alternative labels. And ibuprofen. Especially ibuprofen. The generic version is the exact same product and is much cheaper. Your headache won’t go away any faster with the more expensive brand. Need proof? Look at the ingredients on the labels. It’s the same list in the exact same order. The name brand and off brand are identical products.

But hold your grocery cart! There are some foodstuffs you simply cannot fudge on. This yum vs. ick decision is something you have to discover on your own through trial and error (except for the items on which I’ve already done the research. Keep reading.)

• Dry Roasted peanuts: Nothing beats Planters. I’ve tried lots of other brands and have always come back to Planters.

But pay attention: the labels are tricky.

There’s original, low-salt, no-salt and honey-roasted. Be sure you pick up the one you want—they look very similar.

(Do the people who work in the Planter’s label department do this on purpose?

What do they gain from making the distinction so difficult to decipher? Why don’t they make the options obvious?

Original in blue, low-salt in green, no-salt in purple, and honey-roasted in brown.) (“By golly,” they say. “She’s got it! Give this gal a job!”)

• Graham crackers and soda crackers: Your choice here will most likely depend on which brand you grew up on. Honey

Maid grahams were my mother’s go-to ergo, they are mine.

(By the way, did you know graham is simply whole-wheat flour that has not been sifted?) As for soda crackers: Premium? Krispy? Zesta? To each her own, as long as the label is familiar from childhood. The store brand doesn’t cut it. Soda crackers need to be the right crispness, just-so saltiness, and the perfect flakiness.

• Marshmallows: My s’more queen sister won’t buy anything by Jet-Puffed. I hadn’t ever paid any attention but once she pointed it out, I wasn’t happy with anything else. Jet-Puffed it is. With Honey Maid graham crackers and Hershey’s chocolate bars. Only.

• Pop-Tarts: These “toaster pastries” were a once-a-week breakfast treat when I was growing up but I haven’t had one in years. I like them, especially with a lot of butter melted on the toasted top, but I avoid them because they don’t really qualify as nutritious breakfast fare. I do know the first time I had an off-brand pop-tart was the last time. Eeeeuuu! If I did want to buy Pop-Tarts today, I’d get the Kellogg’s brown sugar-cinnamon ones and no others.

• Canned soup: If you’re making one of those casseroles from your mom’s church cookbook typed in the Courier font, you can use the generic cream of ______ (fill in the blank: mushroom, chicken or celery.) But if you’re heating the soup to eat with a spoon—with some Premium saltines on the side—you need Campbell’s. (Speaking of that, have you ever known anyone to eat cream of celery soup straight up? The only reason to eat celery is because you burn more calories chewing it that it contains. Add a bunch of cream, salt and butter to the celery and you’ve ruined its value.) So, store brands are fine for casseroles but as pure soup, ya gotta go with Campbell’s. This goes for tomato and chicken noodle too. There are other, really good soups on the market, but for the creams of, the chicken noodle and the tomato, Campbell’s it is.

I’ll stop there and summarize. Supermarkets sell better and lesser products, but you can’t always count on the label to determine which is which. Generic brands are often of equal or better quality as name-brand products. Experimenting is the key, and if you end up with a lesser product, name brand or not, you can always try to make it better by adding a little generic-label salt to it. Or Morton’s, if you’re feeling wealthy.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2017 Sarah Donohoe

Merry Marthas Meeting January 27 Do you sew, knit, or crochet and enjoy visiting with other ladies with similar interests?

You’re invited to attend the next meeting of the Merry Marthas on Friday, January 27 at 9:30 a.m. at the Presbyterian Community Church of

the Rockies on Brodie Avenue. This group meets monthly to share what we have made, and then we donate our finished projects to local charities.

New members are always welcome. For more information, please call Jan Ludlum at 586-6544.

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It’s Time To Register For The Frost Giant 5K & 10K Races Sunday, January 29, 2017 will be the 38th Annual Frost Giant 5K & 10K. The 5K is at 11 a.m., 10K will take place at 12 p.m.

Divisions: 0-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & up.

Awards: Overall Male and Female 1st3rd place and Age Division winners 1st-3rd place. Raffle prizes. Awards start at approximately 1 p.m. in the Town Hall Board Room.

Shirts: All racers receive one longsleeve performance Frost Giant memorabilia shirt. All sizes are unisex youth and adult sizes. *(Sizes tend to run large).

Sorry, no women’s specific sizes. See sizing chart on our website.

Cost: Pre-Registration: $30 (one race and shirt)/$35 (Both races and shirt) Race Day Registration: $35 (one race and shirt)/$40 (Both races and shirt) Registration/Payment: Online: Register online at active.com. Online registration ends 11:59 p.m. Thursday, January 26,

the Estes Park Municipal Building/Board Room.

Maps: The Frost Giant maps and descriptions are available online at evrpd.com (Recreation Programs, Special Events) Beer: All racers 21 years +, will receive one free postrace beer from Rock Cut Brewing Co.! Must show proof of ID at time of bib 2017. Card only. (Just type in “frost gipick-up. You will receive a wristband ant” in the search bar). and one ticket for beer.

• Drop-Off: Registration forms and Other: Water, coffee, hot chocolate, payment can be dropped off at the Recreand post-race snacks will be provided. ation Office at Stanley Park, M-F, 9 a.m.Volunteers needed: We are in need of 5 p.m. course marshals to help encourage runCash, check, or card acners as well as give them simple direccepted. Located at 380 tions (point them in the right direction) Community Drive, Estes to keep them on course. Course marPark, CO 80517. shals will work from about 10:30 a.m.

• Race Day: Registration until about 1:30 p.m. Volunteers receive will be taken on the day of a race t-shirt. the race at the Estes Park For more info, call 970-586-8191.

Municipal Building starting at 9:30 a.m. Forms will be available on-site. *Please note race day registration costs. Cash and check only. No credit cards!

Bib/Shirt Pick-Up: Can be picked up race day only starting at 9:30 a.m., inside

YOUR PORTFOLIO

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Community Grant Program

should always be a re ection of

YOUR PRIORITIES .

Located at: Bank of Estes Park St. Vrain Center 501 South St. Vrain, Suite 100 Estes Park, Colorado, 80517 970-577-1454 Pam Johnson

Administrative Assistant

• NOT A DEPOSIT

• NOT FDIC INSURED

Carol Grasso

Certi ed Financial Planner

• NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY

• NOT GUARANTEED

BY THE BANK

• MAY GO DOWN IN VALUE

Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through Moloney Securities Co., Inc., Member FINRA & SIPC Moloney Securities Co., Inc. and the Investment Center of Estes Park are not af liated entities.

The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary (EVSR) invites proposals from 501 (c) (3) or other charitable organizations in the Estes Valley for grants to support programs and projects to enhance the Estes community.

The EVSR contributes primarily to charitable non-profit organizations in the community.

These organizations extend benefits and services to a wide variety of programs, and provide aid to our diverse local population. Donations are made to organizations only after careful study and review by Rotary representatives.

The EVSR will not consider requests for funds to retire existing debts, cover salary expenses, general operating expenses or any other costs the applicant is already obliged to pay. The EVSR does not fund large capital projects, except

when the funds requested are for a very identifiable piece of the project that falls within the purpose of and has high Rotary interest. The EVSR does not contribute to endowments, development funds, other foundations for their general funds, fund raising events, or for general operating expenses.

Grant awards are made for programs and projects as small as a few hundred dollars and as large as a few thousand dollars.

Grant applications must be received on or before April, 1, 2017. The application form is available online at: www.clubrunner.ca/estesvalleysunrise/. Grant awards will be announced near the end of May, 2017.

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Last Call For Registrations For Community Outreach Classes Outreach classes starting this week insome instruction/lecture time). Anyone under 14 should clude: Beginning, Intermediate, and Ad- come with an adult. vanced Spanish; Drawing; and The cooking skills presented in this class are Winter Cooking (Finger basic but innovative. All levels of cooking Lickin’ Good Foods). experience—from beginner to adYou must register onvanced—are welcome. Expect to particiline by end of day pate in making food in small groups Sunday, January 22. and sampling your work together. ParDrawing-Instructicipants are provided with recipes to tor Peter Gaustad take home.

Tuesdays, 5:30 The workshops are presented by in7:30 p.m. structor Chazz Glaze, Community Health Educator, Salud Foundation.

January 24 Chazz is a long-time vegan; she April 11 demonstrates vegetarian recipes that Fee: $130/10 can be modified to vegan or made with classes meat and fish. Classes are located You know how to in the Estes Park Middle draw. You may School Training Kitchen. have closed that Spanish Series drawing door $100/12 weeks of inside you classes years ago, but you can Beginner Spanish draw. In adWednesdays, 5:30 - 7 dition to p.m. learning Starts January 25 foundation Intermediate Spanish drawing Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7 skills, you p.m. will learn Starts January 24 how you Advanced Spanish best express Mondays, 5:30 - 7 yourp.m.

Drawing class is Tuesday nights with an instructor that has over self Starts January 23 20 years of experience teaching college and high school art. Inwith pencil structor Gaustad is a fun, sassy, and will get your pencil moving! and paper.

What is your drawing style? Participants will be provided with a range of pencils, erasers, and drawing pad.

This class was offered in the fall of 2015, the feedback from students informed the length and timing of this session (2 hours a class for 10 weeks). The price works out to be $13 per two hour class. What a deal! There is also one $80 scholarship available to an area high school student.

Winter Cooking Classes: Finger Lickin’ Good Foods January 25, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $18 suggested donation Must register online by Monday, January 23 at noon Focus on healthy appetizers and finger foods for the midwinter/spring parties just around the corner: Super Bowl Sunday, St. Patrick's parties, Equinox, etc.

Chazz will present easy and healthy foods for entertaining and just to have around for variety (time to learn a new trick??).

This is a great class to take with your kids, too. Please consider coming with kids 10 years and older (eight and up if you really think they can last through

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These classes will have a conversational focus, with as much language and cultural immersion as possible. The Beginners and Intermediate classes will use a textbook the students are encouraged to buy, but printouts of the lessons will be available. The Advanced classes will use Spanish at least 90% of the time, with a focus on language acquisition related to specific circumstances.

José Almeida is a native of Ecuador who has taught Spanish for 30 years (21 years in Japan). José is currently the School District Family and Cultural Liaison and has been teaching Adult Education Spanish classes in the District with the outreach program for the past six years.

Additional classes including Oil Painting, English, Inside US Intelligence, Sewing, Sushi, and more are open for registration. Registration and more information is online at EstesOutreach.org.

It's the new year. The Wednesday night Finger Lickin’ Good Foods winter cooking workshop focuses on healthy appetizers and finger foods for the midwinter/spring parties just around the corner: Super Bowl Sunday, St. Patrick's parties, Equinox, etc.

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Man’s Best Friend Becomes Wildlife Officer’s Secret Weapon “Twenty years ago, the agency had 135 wildlife officers,” said Area 14 District Wildlife Manager Philip Gurule. “Today we have 135 wildlife officers, but what has Colorado’s population done in that time?”

It’s essentially increased by two million people which means more are participating in the abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities the state has to offer, including hunting -- sometimes illegally.

“Having a trained dog is like growing our officer core without adding significant costs,” said Gurule, who lobbied Colorado Parks and Wildlife for support and found outside donation funding to allow him to begin a pilot program of using a dual-purpose dog for officer protection and wildlife detection.

Sci is a two-year-old Dutch Shepherd, trained in handler protection and suspect apprehension as well as odor detection to sniff out wild game, making it easier for Gurule and the Area 14 wildlife officers to find evidence of poaching.

Sci is named for Safari Club International, the Colorado Chapter of which donated the money to buy and train him for his work alongside Gurule.

"We recognize the need for a service animal, and the benefits that they provide," said Brett Axton, president of the Colorado Chapter of SCI. "The purchase and donation of the working dog was a unanimous decision of our board and mem-

bership. Now our friend and partner, Philip Gurlue, can be more effective as a Parks and Wildlife officer.”

During hunting seasons (essentially August through January) it’s not uncommon for wildlife officers to put in well over 50 hours per week making hunter contacts, checking licenses, writing citations, working poaching cases and making arrests.

It’s an investment that is already showing returns.

During the 2015 big game hunting season, Gurule brought Sci to the large-scale Interstate-70 hunter inspection event to showcase his skill. The check station is designed to flag hunters and anglers down to check their licenses and their takes, and to catch poachers who have taken game illegally. In many cases, especially with hunters using pull-behind trailers, or poachers trying to hide an illegal take, inspections could take more than 30 minutes as officers unpack, then repack hunting gear and other items during their inspections. With Sci, and his nose trained to sniff for wild game, those searches lasted two minutes, at most.

Gurule also credits just the presence of Sci with de-escalating would-be problem hunter contacts.

“I made contact with a guy who was trespassing on private property. He was pretty irate I was there checking his license and questioning him-- understand, everyone we make contact with in the

field is armed -- and he was screaming at me and followed me to my truck as I went to check his hunting license. As soon as Sci saw him he started barking like crazy, which he does with anyone who comes near the truck -- he’s got a 360-degree view from his kennel. The man seemed surprised and asked ‘You got a dog in there?’ And then, while he still wasn’t the most compliant, you could tell he was much more calm,” told Gurule.

Sci has also used his nose to help with poaching investigations, finding shell casings in tall grasses in a matter of minutes; a feat that would have taken two officers an entire day, two, or perhaps

never, to find.

As Sci continues to showcase just how much more impactful and efficient a wildlife officer can be with a dog, Gurule hopes he can help to grow the K9 program within the agency.

Accomplishing that vision looks promising, and Gurule is helping to train a one-year-old black lab, named Cache, to sniff out wild game, and to be a partner for Wildlife Officer Brock McArdle in the northeast region of the state.

"I am excited and eager to utilize K9 Cash as an asset for managing Colorado's diverse wildlife resource. With his canine abilities, I expect to be a more productive wildlife manager," said McArdle.

Biologists do a lot of Boreal Toad research in McArdle's region, so the hope is that Cache might be able to assist in finding those toads, too, said Gurule.

In past conservation efforts, biologists and research assistants have spent up to three weeks in the field searching for these rare toads to study and during that time might locate 15-20 toads. With a dog trained to sniff them out, what used to take three weeks might only take a matter of days.

The fledgling K9 program has a long way to go before a case can be made for agency-wide adoption. In the meantime, CPW is hoping for the support of outside individuals and organizations who want to see wildlife officers with a great tool for protecting themselves and the abundance of wildlife resources that belong to all Coloradoans.

A GoFundMe has been set up to help cover the yearly cost of Sci and Cash’s vet bills, food, boarding and ancillary costs.

It’s estimated that over a 10-year working period, a dog will cost about $20,000.

If you would like to contribute to growing the K9 program, contribute to the GoFundMe campaign at: https://www.gofundme.com/cpw-k9.

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Look To Your Library: Making Tax Season Less Taxing By: Jamie Murphy, Technical Services Specialist

meeting the needs of seniors and lowerincome residents. The AARP Tax Assistance program will begin on Monday, Just like our beautiful Estes surrounding, our library changes with the seasons. February 6. Tax assistance will be availWalk through the library in January and able four days per week, most weeks, undiscover colorful mittens above the serv- til April 14. Tax assistance is by appointment only. To make an appointment call ice desk and the sparkling snowflakes in the library at 970-586-8116, and press 3. the children’s room and the colorful art In addition to the AARP Tax Assistance upstairs.

Another sign of the season is the arrival program, the library will also again offer of a smiling group of individuals actively the J.K. Lasser’s Your Income Tax 2017.

This book is a guide to income tax reconverting the Wasson Room into a functional arrangement of tables, laptops, turns that will provide you information and papers. These are the AARP Tax As- on the most recent tax legislation, tax filing tips, advice on how to reduce tax liasistance volunteers preparing to assist bilities, and helpful financial advice. those who need a little help filing their Our library continues to stock a limited taxes. number of basic paper tax forms. State Tax filers have many options to conand Federal forms will be arriving soon. sider. Some opt to prepare forms on their Supplies will be limited so be sure to own, using the traditional paper forms. watch our website – estesvalleylibrary.org Many will choose e-filing through a vari– for the forms that are currently availety of different websites with different tax able at the library.

Forms and instrucsoftware available. Some will utilize the tions are always available on the IRS.gov expert services of local paid tax profeswebsite and may be printed at the library sionals. Some are served at the library by for 10 cents per page. the volunteer tax prepares of the AARP Taxes are one of those guaranteed treats program. we all experience as a part of life. The liWhile the library does not directly brary would like to help you to ensure sponsor AARP Tax Assistance, we work that your tax season may be as smooth in partnership by scheduling appointand happy as possible by providing acments and providing public meeting cess to all of these important resources. space. The program is ideal for those with basic tax filing needs, especially

Friday, January 20, 2017

Thank You For Help After Car Accident To The Editor: I want to thank all those people, strangers to me, who helped rescue us when our car hit black ice, spun out of control and rolled down the embankment, through trees and boulders, finally resting upright close to the road below, a few miles east of Pinewood Springs.

Thanks to the woman who saw it happen and alerted others to find cell service and call 911, then climbed into the back seat and held my head to protect form possible neck injury. Thanks to the Pinewood Springs Fire Department for coming so quickly with their equipment, stabilizing the car, cutting the passenger door off and extricating me and my son; who then got us into ambulances. Thanks to the Estes Park paramedics, the Boulder Community Hospital paramedics, and all those whom I didn’t see. These people worked efficiently together, coordinated the various tasks, and I’m sure saved us from greater harm. Though I have lots of bruises, and my son has a cracked rib and laceration on his forehead, we are recovering. We didn’t have to be hospitalized. Thanks to Tony for coming to take us back home to Estes Park from the Boulder Hospital. It is such good people like this that make me know our society will survive. Though I don’t know your names, please know our appreciation for your concern and help.

Margaret and Steve Guthrie

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Microsoft Word Basics Class On Wednesday, January 25 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the Estes Valley Library will be presenting Microsoft Word Basics with Tech Guide Diana Laughlin. Learn the basics of creating and saving a document with Word. To register, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

Writers Group Meeting Are you a local writer that would like to be a part of a writing group? The Estes Valley Library will be collaborating with the Northern Colorado Writers Group to develop a satellite writers group that will meet monthly at the

Estes Valley Library. The kick off meeting will be a meet and greet with NCW Director April Moore on Tuesday, January 31 at 7 p.m. You do not need to be a current member of NCW to attend.

Everyone is welcome to participate in the development of this writers group at the library.

Interactive Electronics with Arduino Take your tech skills to a new level with Arduino at the Estes Valley Library on Friday, February 3 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. During the Arduino class at the library, we’ll learn about key concepts like inputs and outputs, circuits, and pro-

gramming as we build a fun Simple Simon memory game from the ground up.

Attendees will need intermediate to advanced desktop computer skills, but no previous programming or electronics experience is required. For curious people age 13 to infinity. Registration is required for the Arduino class and may be completed at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Eleanor Roosevelt – A Living History Chautauqua Story Join us for a special Chautauqua performance with Eleanor Roosevelt on Friday, February 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Estes Valley Library. It is December 1942. Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt has just returned

from England where she visited with Soldiers, generals, royalty, and the working people. Find out how the First Lady feels about the individuals’ roles in a world torn by war, hardship, and uncertainty.

Love Your Local Author Festival It’s time to celebrate the intellectual and creative writing talent of our local Colorado authors! Join us at the library on Saturday, February 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. for the Love Your Local Author Festival. Each author will present a five to seven minute book talk followed by the opportunity to "Speed Date" each author and learn more about their writing and publishing experiences. Authors presenting will include: Maria Medina, Kathy Granas, Jerry Allison, Bobbie Palmer, Cheryl Ilove, Catherine Spader, Alvin Kitzmann, Roni Wing Lambrecht, Chris Switzer and Cindi Rogers.

Try-It Tuesday!

Make a Winter Lantern Kids in grades K though fifth grade are invited to make a winter lantern at the library on Tuesday, January 31 at 4 p.m.

Using recycled jars, glue and tissue paper, create your own lunch winter lantern for your table top. Join Beth Engel as she leads this make-and-take program. To register for this program visit estesvalleylibrary.org After School Mini Robots Join Science Matters at the library on Thursday, February 2 from 4 to 5 p.m. for mini robots. Come meet the Cubelets during this engineering focused program.

Cubelets are innovative mini-robot components from Modular Robotics. Use the Cubelets to craft a burglar alarm, build a robot chicken, and reverse engineer a device.

Science Matters in America is an organization dedicated to increasing science literacy among girls and boys ages five to fourteen years old by creating hands on experiences. To register for the Mini Robots program visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

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Souper Bowl-6th Annual Celebrity & Restaurant Cook-Off January 29 chef specialties and then have a big bowl of your favorite. Vote for the best soup or soups and we’ll declare an Individual Winner and a Restaurant Winner! Beverages, crackers, and breads will be included in the ticket, plus a Bake Sale with homemade desserts for sale.

Local Restaurant Chefs Rock Creek Tavern & Pizzeria Lunch Ladies Twin Owls Steakhouse Zolo’s Grill (of Boulder) Notchtop Bakery and Café th Two Chicks-The Food Truck @ Rock The 6 Annual Celebrity & Restaurant Cut Brewery Souper Bowl Cook-Off will be held on Sunday, Jan. 29, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 Claire’s on the Park p.m. at the Presbyterian Community Local Celebrities Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave., Estes Park Public School Estes Park (south of the football field).

Celebrity Climber, Tommy Caldwell Tickets are just $10 for adults, $5 for Estes Park News/Kris & Gary Hazelton children 3 to 12, and family tickets- $30.

This event is a fundraiser for Lifelong Join your friends and neighbors for a Learning of Estes Valley Preschool for delicious soup Cook-Off at Estes Park's Tuition Assistance Program. own “SouperBowl!” This wonderful community event will encourage you to sample a variety of different soups, some homemade classics and some restaurant

Photos of past participants and winners.

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THE FRESH AROMA OF INTEGRITY It was a lovely fall day in Columbus, Ohio. The Metropolitan Armored truck was tooling along Interstate 71. The interstate was bustling with traffic. Oblivious to the driver and guard in the truck, the rear door suddenly swung open and money began pouring out onto the highway. Thousands of dollars filled the air and floated onto the highway and adjacent ditches.

The money continued to pour out for more than a mile before the driver and guard figured out what was happening. Meanwhile an estimated two hundred cars converged on the scene.

People began scooping the money up like children gathering snow to build a snowman. Nearly a million dollars had poured from the truck.

Melvin Kiser, an Ohio Bell Telephone technician, scooped up a sack containing $57,000 in small bills. He promptly returned it to the company and was rewarded with a citation and a portion of his find. His integrity was rare. Larry Bromagen, a high school social studies teacher, said a debate broke out in the teachers’ lounge about what each would have done if they had found the money. A local radio station asked listeners to call in and tell what they would have done if they had found the money. Over 61 percent said they would have kept the money. Another survey resulted in nearly 90 percent saying they would have kept the cash.

How would you have answered that survey?

Our society has an ‘integrity’ shortage. Business executives and employees skim company funds for personal use to support their lifestyles. Television preachers won’t reveal their financial records. Many organizations raise money for one purpose and use it for another.

Politicians accept bribes and ‘contributions’. Athletes take steroids, do drugs, are arrested for DUIs. Mates cheat on one another by having affairs. Students cheat on tests. Many try to cheat on their taxes. We have a shortage of integrity.

What are some of the marks of integrity? (1) A person of integrity doesn’t blame someone else for their own shortcomings. Someone describes a friend like this: “He lost his job, he wrecked the car and took it all like a man. He blamed his wife.” We’ve witnessed so much of this ‘blaming’ in recent months in the political races. We need the fresh aroma of integrity. (2) A person of integrity holds to his convictions regardless of the circumstances.

Someone has said: “Each person has three faces: one he shows, one he thinks he shows, and one he has.” (3) A person of integrity values ‘right’ above ‘reward’. One wonders if we are seeing some refreshing indications of integrity in decisions that some are making as we inch our way toward the presidential inauguration. We are seeing a number of groups or individuals who have said that, upon being offered the opportunity to perform during the festivities surrounding that event, they will not participate even though some of their group will be involved.

For personal reasons they feel that their participation would be seen as condoning attitudes or actions of those being honored. We may or may not agree, however, we must admire their determination to follow their consciences, honor their own values, and, despite some negative public opinions and repercussions, do what they feel is right.

What about us? Would we ‘keep the money’, participate in something we disagree with, or do other such things because it would personally benefit us? It’s a good time to examine ourselves. Do we exude the ‘aroma’ of integrity in all we do? Let’s hope so. Bob

Monday, Jan. 23 White chili, Relishes, Cornbread, Cookie Tuesday, Jan. 24 Sloppy Jo on a bun, Potato salad, Baked beans, Brownie Wednesday, Jan. 25 Apricot chicken, Rice, Zucchini and squash, Cobbler Thursday, Jan. 26 Beef stroganoff, Grandma noodles, Corn, Salad, Cake Friday, Jan. 27 Spinach bacon quiche, Chef ’s choice two salads, Cookie bar

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McCartney Fundraiser A Huge Success!

Thanks to so many people in the Estes Valley for a highly successful fundraiser for the family of Michael McCartney.

We would like to start by saying thank you to the American Legion for allowing us to hold the fundraiser there as well as all the wonderful members for volunteering their time and talents as well as the many donations we received. We would also like to give special thanks to The Dunraven Inn for their generous donation of the spaghetti and Bob & Tony’s Pizza for their donation of pizza and salad. We also thank everyone who was kind enough to donate a gift for the raffle.

This fundraiser could not have been as successful without all of the wonderful people that chose to contribute as well as

all of the kind hearted folks who came out to show their support. This town rocks!

Thank you again, Michael’s loved ones

Estes Park Area Weavers Guild Meeting

The Estes Park Area Weavers Guild will be demonstrating hand spinning this month. Members Chris Switzer and Chris Guilianelli will introduce you to drop spindles and spinning wheels, as well as displaying the raw fiber, spun yarn, and woven and knitted items from the hand spun yarn. The feel and colors are what draw us in. We hope you'll come experience these things for yourself!

Chris Switzer is a long time Estes resident and with her husband, Phil Switzer, has owned and run Switzerland Alpacas.

Chris is a long time weaver and spinner with extra experience in spinning alpaca and paca-vicuña fibers.

Chris Guilianelli has been spinning for

just four years. She became totally enthralled before her first lessons were finished. She loves spinning wool blends, but can't wear a stitch of animal fiber, so she sells the finished yarn at the Stitchin' Den in Estes, and also the paca-vicuña at the Alpaca Store in Nederland.

The meeting will be held Thursday, January 26, at 1:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Public Library.

Interested members of the public are invited to attend. The Estes Park Area Weaver Guild includes weavers, spinners, knitters, beaders and all fiber lovers among its members. Anyone interested in learning more about the group may call Gray Rueppel at 586-2978.

Mountain Men Chorus Looking For A Few Good Men The Mountain Men Estes Park Men's Chorus is looking for a few (or more) good men. If you enjoy singing please join us for a rehearsal to see if we are a good fit for you. We are especially looking for those who sing in low places that means basses, gentlemen. Rehearsals for the spring season began Monday, Jan-

uary 16, at noon, in the choir room of the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies. Rehearsals last from one hour to one and one-half hours. No audition is required. Individual instruction will be provided for any singer requesting it. For questions or concerns call director Kasey Troutman at 970-480-5148.

Friday, January 20, 2017

Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com I have loved all of this snow as so has my dog, Sunshine. I put a picture of her lying in a foot of snow on Facebook; a friend wrote back that I was being mean and to let her in. Problem was, she did not want to come in. She is happiest when I am shoveling the walk and throw the snow up in the air so she can catch it.

With all of the snow and cold and rain, the ice was soon to follow. I found that out the hard way. Walking Sunshine last Thursday, I slipped and fell on black ice. I was wearing boots and being very careful but the black-top path had a thin layer of ice covering the surface that I just didn’t see. Oops, down I went! Sunshine was so good.

She stayed by my side even though I had dropped her leash. I am just so grateful she is a large dog as I used her and her backside to get up and we finished our walk. Luckily, only my pride was injured. So do be alert and careful.

I had Marie, Ann and Jack over the other night for dinner. There was a new recipe I wanted to try and they were to be my guinea pigs. The recipe was interesting as it had lemons, artichokes, olives, wine, chicken, rosemary, chicken broth and a bunch of other spices. Since both Marie and Ann are not eating a lot of carbs and Jack eats very little of anything, I thought this to be a perfect solution. While I was preparing the dish, I remembered that there was a lonely spaghetti squash sitting in the fridge.

That would be a perfect side dish to complete the meal.

The chicken dish turned out ok but not “stunningly” fantastic. The sauce was delicious but the chicken did not really pick up the taste of the sauce, it just tasted like baked chicken. The surprise of the night was my humble spaghetti squash! It was hilarious how Marie and Ann were devouring and raving over that squash. They sat across the table and politely discussed who would get to finish it. They were agreeable but as Ann brought the empty dish to the sink, I caught her scraping the last bits from the bowl…no fooling.

They both thought I should put the recipe in the paper. I am embarrassed at the simplicity of this recipe but maybe that is why you might like it.

Esther’s Spaghetti Squash Serves more if larger squash and onion are used One medium spaghetti squash, cut in half and seeded.

One medium yellow onion, peeled and sliced in half rings esther.cenac@gmail.com St. Malo photo by Jim Ward

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Scant, really scant, tsp. sugar Salt and black pepper to roast Two Tbs. butter, more if needed.

Two Tbs. olive oil Place squash, cut side down, covered in a dish with an inch of water in microwave oven. Cook on high about 10 minutes. Test by pressing, if soft, it is done. Sometimes one half is not really a half but thicker. If that is the case, remove soft half and cook remaining squash a few minutes longer. Allow to cool. The using a fork, shred the squash and place in a bowl that can be used in a microwave.

Meanwhile, in a skillet, melt butter with olive oil. Add onions and small amount sugar. Stir and caramelize the onions until soft and brown. Pour all over the prepared squash, add salt and pepper to taste. When ready to serve, cover and warm in microwave oven.

If you do not have a microwave, squash can be cooked longer in the oven at 350 degrees. All can be tossed in skillet with the onions to warm. In both cases, be sure to use all the butter and oil from caramelizing the onions.

As I wrote, this is so easy, but sometimes easy is great.

My email is:esther.cenac@gmail.com Bob Appétit. esther.cenac@gmail.com

Beautiful RMNP in winter.

Photos by Jim Ward

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9th Annual Science Festival This Friday

We would like to invite the community to join us for the 9th annual Science Festival at the Estes Park Event Center at the Stanley Fairgrounds this Friday, January 20. It will be an evening filled with the excitement of our students having the opportunity to show off their science experiments and hard work. Every student in the middle school has been invited to display their Science Project.

Most projects are original and were completed during the first semester. The doors will open at 5:30. Dinner is available at a low cost with all profits reinvested in our Science /S.T.E.A.M. budget. As part of the science festival students are expected to explain their experiments to interested community members and to complete a gallery walk viewing other student work. 8th grade

students will be standing by their projects from 5:30 -6:05, 7th grade from 5:456:20, and the 6th grade from 5:55-6:30.

The awards for the top judged projects in each grade level will take place at 6:45.

Along with the science projects many great items have been donated for our silent auction. Thanks to all the merchants and individuals who generously donated items for this years auction.

Please come ask questions, give encouragement, and support our students by your presence as well as bidding on the silent auction items. All auction items sold provide support for our Science and S.T.E.A.M. projects that make our schools great!

Thank you from the science team; Courtney VanDerLinden, Brittany Peterson & Steve Johnson.

Estes Park Youth Day Of Action And Service Learning This Friday, January 20, the energy in Estes Park will be fueled by over one hundred local youth as they participate in Estes Park Youth Day of Action and Service Learning. This day of community service is a collaborative effort of the Estes Valley Library, Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center (EPNRC), Eagle Rock School, and Estes Thrives.

The event highlights the Youth In Action program of the Estes Valley Library Teen Zone.

The youth of Estes Park will give back by performing service projects at ten sites throughout the community. The youth will not only be helping by getting their hands dirty, but will also engage with local nonprofits and civic groups to learn more about the work they do and the decision-making process of the organizations.

Youth In Action promotes strong community ties and involvement among youth, striving to foster a lifelong engagement in civic and philanthropic service. This Friday’s day of service learning will act as a launch pad, igniting an ongoing relationship between the Estes Park community and local youth.

The format for the day builds upon the service component that is an essential

part of Eagle Rock School.

After a day of service work and learning, youth will lead a debriefing session from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Town Hall.

This will be a time for all participating organizations, youth, and interested community members to come together to reflect on the day. Youth will share experiences and organization representatives will reflect on the involvement of youth as a community resource. Community members are invited to join us for this reflection time to learn how they might be encouraged to support the engagement of youth as influencers in our community.

To help us celebrate the unique knowledge, experiences, and perspective of local youth, our Mayor will proclaim Friday, January 20 as Estes Park Youth Day of Action and Service Learning at a breakfast for participating youth and organizations. Help us extend the energy of this day by encouraging the engagement of local youth toward inspired growth of Estes Park.

For more information on Youth In Action or this Friday’s event, contact Teen Librarian Laurie Dale Marshall at ldalemarshall@estesvalleylibray.org.

Friday, January 20, 2017

ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS

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

Jan. 20 – Feb. 3, 2017

Jan. 26: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm

EVENTS Jan. 21: 2nd Annual Ice Fishing Derby.

Trout Haven Resorts. Fun family fishing event. 10am-1:30pm Jan. 27-29 & Feb 3: Money Matters.

Original Play. Masonic Lodge. Fri. and Sat. at 7pm & Sun. at 2pm Jan. 29: Frost Giant Race. 5k & 10k road race. Estes Park Town Hall. 11am 5k start, 12pm 10k start.

Feb. 3: First Friday Art Groove.

Experience Estes Park's fine art world.

Throughout the Village. 5-7pm

Jan. 27: Sean Flynn. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Jan. 27-29: Ice Skating. Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm Jan. 27 & 28: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-8pm Jan. 27 & 28: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Jan. 27 & 28: Table Wine Dinner. The Stanley. 6:30pm

Jan. 20-22: Ice Skating. Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm

Jan. 27 & 28: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Jan. 20: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm Jan. 20 & 21: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-8pm Jan. 20 & 21: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Jan. 20 & 21: Table Whiskey Dinner.

The Stanley Hotel. 6:30pm

Jan 20th- Jan 26th 2017

Jan. 27: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

Jan. 20: Will Thomas. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Historic Park Theatre

Jan. 27: Will Thomas. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Jan. 28: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. The Other Side. 5-8pm Jan 29: Winter Concert: Trio Cordilleras. The Stanley. 2pm Jan. 29: Will Thomas. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 4-8pm Jan. 31: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm Feb 2: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Jan. 20 & 21: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Feb. 2: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Waterfront Grill. 6-9pm

Jan. 21: Peak to Peak Concert.

Shepard of the Mtns. Church. 2-3:15pm

Feb. 2: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm

Jan. 21: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. The Other Side. 5-8pm

Feb 3: Ice Skating. Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm

Jan. 21: Dave Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Feb. 3: Davellie. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Jan. 22: Winter Concert: Boulder Bassoon Quartet. The Stanley. 2pm

Feb. 3: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm

Jan. 24: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm

Feb. 3: James Davis. Spanish Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-8pm

Jan. 26: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Feb. 3: Ray Young. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Jan. 26: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Waterfront Grill. 6-9pm

Feb. 3: Spoken Word & Poetry Slam.

Macdonald Bookshop. 7-9pm

Monster Trucks

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

Jan. 20, 27 & Feb. 3: Lecture Series: Wonders of the National Parks. Estes Park Senior Center. 10-11:30am Jan. 20: Sound Healing Series. Estes Park Yoga. 6:30-8pm Jan. 22 & 29: Taste & Create. Snowy Peaks Winery. 3:30-5:30pm Jan. 24 & 31: Free 5K Group Fun Run. Stanley Hotel. 6pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Visit RMNP Visitor Centers to learn about park wildlife, programs & more!

Free RMNP & Ranger-Led Programs.

Details: 970-586-1206 Jan. 20-Feb. 3: Wild in Winter. Beaver Meadows Visitors Center. 10-11am Jan. 21-22, 25, 28-29 & Feb. 1: Snowshoe Ecology Walk. Beaver Meadows Visitors Center. 12:30-2:30pm Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for details: 970-586-3262.

Jan. 20, 27 & Feb. 3: Avalanche Awareness & Outdoor Safety in Winter. 12:30-4:30pm Jan. 21: Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Kids & Families. 9am-1pm

EXHIBITS Jan. 20-Mar. 10: Winter Art Walk.

Throughout Estes Park. 12-5pm

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

Every Night: 3D @ 5pm, 2D @ 7:15 Additional Matinees Sat & Sun 2D @ 2:15pm Monday Super Saver 3D @ 2:15pm

Monday Matinees in 3D 2:15pm

$7.50 matinee $6 child tickets

January 11-17, 2017

Starts Feb 10th 2017

www.historicparktheatre.com boxoffice:970-586-8904

LECTURES

Feb. 3: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

(Rated: PG)

Enter your best origional Lego in the Lego Building Contest! Great Prizes!

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First Quarter Feb. 3rd

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January “Explore Our Store” Showcases Riverspointe Spa & Village Goldsmith

Riverspointe Spa

cake bites and hot tea which was enjoyed while Photos & story by: Kirby Hazelton the group took a tour of the “Explore Our Store” in January kicked spa facilities. Melissa off 2017s lineup with very informative showed the couples masvisits to Riverspointe Spa and Village sage room, the infrared Goldsmith. Representatives from the sauna (infrared light is Ambassadors and Visitor Center staff, more penetrating to help Estes Valley Partners for Commerce, people sweat out toxins Downtown Business Partners, Estes Area more deeply), the relaxLodging Association, Visit Estes Park, ation room, the facial treatthe Town Board and Town staff, as well ments and cosmetology as other Estes Park residents, enjoyed room, the manicure and checking out both stops’ offerings and pedicure stations, and the hearing detailed presentations from the hair and makeup areas for respective owners. bridal parties. Riverspointe Spa was founded by Melissa The Explore Our Store group started their morning with a visit to Riverspointe and opened in May 2008 Spa, located at 121 Wiest Drive along the after her extensive research downtown Riverwalk and open 10 a.m.-6 about spas, potential locations, and what makes a spa p.m. daily. Owner Melissa Martin was truly full-service (offering there to welcome attendees with coffee

A custom ring they made at Village Goldsmith along with the wax cast they carved to make it.

an extra amenity to guests, which for Riverspointe, is the infrared sauna).

Melissa shared a bit of the history of the spa, including a brief move to the Stanley Hotel in 2013 but then a return to their original and current Riverwalk location after the flood. She

also noted that she adds new services every year to keep offerings fresh and relevant to current wellness and beauty trends and needs, as well as current happenings in Estes Park – like the Centennial Massage! “100 minutes of pure bliss,” the massage is meant to celebrate Estes Park’s 100th year and includes blue spruce pine essential oils and scrubs, a spinal detox to help with altitude adjustment, and more. When asked what she’s most proud of, she cited her team and said she has the most amazing, well-trained, wonderful staff. To learn more about Riverspointe Spa or to book your appointment, check out their website at www.riverspointespa.com – don’t forget that locals get a 10% discount!

The group then headed just a short walk up the Riverwalk and across the street to Village Goldsmith, located at 235 W. Elkhorn Avenue. There, owners Ron Monroe and Karen Jirsa (with her husband, Mayor Todd Jirsa) were there to greet everyone with more treats and coffee! Attendees wandered around the store, checking out the display cases of hand-designed jewelry, and then Karen shared a bit of history and information about Village Goldsmith. The store was started in 1976 by Estes Park locals Duane and Carol Herman. Karen began her tenure at the shop in 1983, Ron in 1993, and in 1999 the business partners purchased it from the Hermans. Village Goldsmith is all about custom jewelry – almost all pieces are made on-site – with a focus on creating beautiful, meaningful (sometimes family heirloom!) pieces for locals and guests alike. Karen shared a

few stories about specialty pieces they have been or are currently crafting, including a guitar-pick-and-fret-board ring and the “Flood Them With Love” necklace that was made to celebrate Estes Park’s resilience after the 2013 flood. Ron then detailed the centuries-old process of first carving a wax model (or wax casting) to show how each piece is made: first, a design is drawn; then, dimensions and size are marked on a piece of wax; next, they use files to start cutting and shaving an exact replica of the design into the wax; then, a latex mold is created; and finally, the piece takes shape in its “real” gold form. The group was able to view different wax molds and their matched jewelry while asking Karen and Ron about customer demographics, other unique stories about custom projects, ideas for a Centennial piece (it’s coming!), and more. Village Goldsmith is open daily, year-round, so Karen and Ron invite you to come in and view their beautiful made-in-Estes-Park jewelry!

You can also view their website at www.villagegoldsmith.com.

Village Goldsmith

Thank you to Riverspointe Spa and Village Goldsmith for participating in month’s event! “Explore Our Store” takes place on the second Wednesday of each month, with the first store stop at 9 a.m. and the second at 9:30 a.m. The next event is February 8 at the Park Place Mall. Since the group won’t need travel time between stores, four will be featured! All are welcome to check out Alpenglow Images & Accents, Golden Leaf Gallery, Flattop Mountain Trading Company, and Estes Park Yoga. We are delighted that the 2017 calendar has been filled with a great slate of stores, but if you are interested in being added to a waitlist or if you have questions about Explore Our Store, please contact Charley Dickey at charley. dickey@outlook.com.

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Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek For Kids And Families

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Family Night Rescheduled To January 26th Estes Park Parents as Teachers Program presents:

Family Night

January 26, 5:30-7:30pm

FREE for Families With Young Children (ages 0-5) Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue

Family dinner, parent/child ac vity, followed by adult discussion; childcare provided.

Mark your calendar Thursday, January 26th Winter presents many challenges for the plants and animals that call RMNP home.

For visitors to the park, it seems that survival in these conditions is near impossible, but for the wildlife the secret to survival is hidden just under the surface of the Colorado snowpack.

Learn how plants and animals survive the winter in RMNP with the Rocky Mountain Conservancy Field Institute on January 21st, February 4th, February 11th, March 4th or March 18th on the Winter Ecology Snowshoe Trek for Kids and Families. This four hour snowshoe adventure will take participants through scenic areas of Wild Basin as the group looks at how different trees, understory plants, and animals all adapt to the winter

climate in the park. The properties of snow play a large role in these species survival and participants will learn what those properties are. By the end of the hike participants will have an understanding of how species adapt to winter and how humans can also stay safe while hiking at this time.

Hike’s will be led by Dominic Rickicki, current Olson Family Fellow. Originally from Buffalo, NY Dominic went to Paul Smith’s College in the Adirondack Mountains, but has spent three summers in Estes Park, and loves enjoying all that winter offers.

To register, go online to www.rmconservancy.org and click on the Learn With Us tab, or call the office at 970-586-3262.

Join EVICS & Parents as Teachers

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for “ Managing Emo onal Mayhem” Book Explora on, Chapter 2 Learn “I Love You” rituals!

Engage with other parents as we explore Conscious Discipline paren ng strategies.

FREE FAMILY DINNER PROVIDED

Please RSVP by January 24TH to: Kristen Berg, PAT Program: kberg@evics.org * 970-586-3055 Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a program of Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) www.evics.org

El Programa Padres Como Maestros de Estes Park presenta:

Noche de Familia 26 de enero, 5:30-7:30pm

Sin costo para familias de niños de las edades 0-5 Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue

Cena familiar, ac vidad para padres/hijos, charla para los padres de familia/cuidado de niños proveído

Marque su calendario jueves, 26 de enero Únase con EVICS y Padres Como Maestros para una exploración del capítulo 2 del libro Managing Emo onal Mayhem

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(“Manejando el Caos Emocional”)

Cena proveída

Aprende rituales que expresan el amor a los niños

sin costo

Par cipe con otros padres de familia mientras exploramos las estrategias de la “Disciplina Consciente”.

Por favor, con rme asistencia para el 24 de enero con: Kristen Berg, PAT Program: kberg@evics.org * 970-586-3055 Padres Como Maestros (PAT) es un programa de Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) www.evics.org

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Friday, January 20, 2017

January Is National Mentoring Month

Do you want to help a child facing significant challenges succeed and make a real impact on your community? Join the most comprehensive one-to-one youth mentoring program in Northern Colorado (including Estes Park) today.

By dedicating a year of mentoring, you can change the course of a child's life who is facing significant challenges in their personal, social, and academic lives.

We depend on the support of compassionate, caring adults to continue providing meaningful and effective mentoring services to youth facing challenges. The number of youth in need of extra support is growing, and we consistently have youth waiting for mentors.

We are always in need of positive adult role-models to volunteer as mentors. Our kids are ages seven to 17 years old with diverse interests and needs. We create partnerships based on shared interests, common values, and logistical preferences. Partners provides volunteers with training and support, as well as inclusion in a caring and active community.

Partners Mentoring Youth in Estes Park has currently has eight (seven girls and one boy) youth waiting for Community

Based Senior Partners (mentors), and four (two girls and two boys) more youth in the process of being enrolled in our Community Based Program. Community Based Senior Partners develop longterm relationships with their Junior Partners, including them in everyday activities in the community and sharing their life with the youth. These partnerships spend an average of three hours a week together for a minimum of one year. Please consider being a mentor/Senior Partner now. Talk to your family and friends and encourage them to become a mentor too!

Many thanks to all of our current Community Based Senior Partners, School Based Senior Partners, Activity Volunteers, and Advisory Council for making the Estes Park mentoring program the success that it is.

Please contact Kathy Whitacre, Partners Mentoring Youth Program Coordinator at 970-577-9348 or kathyw@partnersmentoringyouth.org.

Our website is at www.partnersmentoringyouth.org. Our office is located at 600 S. Saint Vrain, Suite 2, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Jacob Morse 11th Grade Scout Award. He loves working on vehicles and being outdoors and is proud of the fact that he is a hard working individual and always does his best in whatever he sets his mind to do.

Jacob’s favorite quote is “What Congratulations to Jacob Morse, Stu- counts is not necessarily the size of dent of the Week for January 20, 2017. the dog in the fight-it’s the size of the At Estes Park High School, Jacob en- fight in the dog.” joys playing on the Bobcat football After high school, Jacob plans to team and he is a member of the Nago to a trade school to become a tional Honor Society. mechanic and he hopes to go to WyoTech College or UTI (Universal Outside of school, Jacob is a Life Scout in the local Boy Scout troop who Technical Institute). is busy working on attaining his Eagle

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Giving (And Getting) Donations The Easy Way

• Inclusion in program media releases • Listing and logo in EPNRC annual report • Use of the Estes Gives Back logo for promotional purposes Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center The most popular benefit for business (EPNRC) invites local businesses to bepartners and donation solicitors alike is come members of the Estes Give Back the "Donation Management Toolkit."

Community Partnership. By pledging to Business partners are provided this kit give 1% of sales to Estes Valley nonprofits upon enrollment in the Give Back Prothrough donations of cash, in-kind servgram, and it includes business card handices/merchandise and/or employee volouts to provide walk-in donation reunteer time, local businesses will receive quests with information about the program discounts, recognition and tools program, a standard donation request to help you better track gifts and direct form (available online as well), a list of giving to the causes closest to you. Amy verified Estes Valley nonprofit charities, a Hamrick, owner of KIND Coffee and spreadsheet for tracking donations, and founding member of the program says, more. Whether you are a business who “The Estes Give Back program provides a gives back to the community with donameaningful way for small businesses, tions, or an event organizer or charity such as mine, to both account for and aclooking for donations for your needs, this knowledge the support we provide to the toolkit is meant to streamline the request nonprofits in town and the events and process for all, allowing you to save time work they do.” and energy!

The annual dues for business partners Business partners can also enjoy other are $150 and are good for one calendar EPNRC member benefits such as an anyear beginning January. Business partner nual workshop for businesses on benefits dues support Give Back program adminand management of your charitable givistration, as well as EPNRC resources, ing, 30% discounts on other EPNRC educational programs and networking workshops and conferences, access to the opportunities that enable Estes Valley volunteer clearinghouse, and free nonprofits to achieve their goals. Busimonthly lunch & learn networking disness partners will receive many benefits cussions. for participating in the program, includNonprofit organizations and charities ing: are encouraged to review business part• A dedicated webpage on the EPNRC ner webpages, use the donation request website describing their community conform, and direct requests to the busitributions, types of requests granted and nesses that support their causes. The dotypes of causes supported, with a link to nation request form is a great way to prothe business’ direct website vide all the right information to • Recognition at the annual Philanbusinesses in a simple standard format. thropy Day celebration in November For more information and membership • Window decal with the Estes Gives forms please visit Back logo www.epnonprofit.org/give-back or con• 1% is a BIG DEAL sign for your place tact Jill Lancaster at of business director@epnonprofit.org

Senior Partners Needed For Partners Mentoring Youth

Several youth in Estes Park and the surrounding communities are patiently waiting for a positive adult mentor to spend time with and have fun with. Both male and female Senior Partners (men-

tors) are needed now. Mentors must be over age 21, have a valid driver's license, have current auto insurance, and pass a background check as part of the application process. Let's not make these kids wait any longer! Please contact Kathy Whitacre at Partners Mentoring Youth to learn more about the application process, and becoming a Senior Partner. Email Kathy Whitacre at kathyw@partnersmentoringyouth or call the office at 970577-9348. You can also visit the Partners website at partnersmentoringyouth.org

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Friday, January 20, 2017

Families For Estes Call For Proposals

Call for proposals!! Families for Estes has $10,000 that we would like to give back to the Estes Park community. Our 3rd Annual Pumpkins and Pilsners fundraising event was a great success, and it is time to take the money raised and distribute it amongst projects that seek to enhance and improve educational and recreational opportunities for families in Estes Park. Potential projects must be supported by organizations or nonprofits that reside in or that directly serve the Estes Park community. The deadline for proposal submissions is Friday, February 10th. Please submit your proposals to info@familiesforestes.org with the following information: · Organization name and mission · Name of the project leader and contact information · One paragraph summarizing proposed

project details and goals · Amount of funds requested · If you received money from Families for Estes for a project in 2016, please note that you are welcome to re-apply, however we would like you to expand on how this project is growing or moving forward in a new way.

Rewards will be subject to the number of applicants and the amount of funds requested. The Families for Estes board members will select five finalists. Finalists will be asked to conduct a brief presentation about their project at the Families for Estes meeting held on Monday, March 13th. Those selected to receive funding will be notified by March 31. Organizations that receive money from Families for Estes will be required to report back to us on the status of the use of the money and the state of the project. If you received money from Families for Estes for a project in 2016, please note that you are welcome to re-apply, however we would like you to expand on how this project is growing or moving forward in a new way.

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More Thoughts Regarding Hospital Board To The Editor: I am a longstanding resident and taxpayer in Estes Park and as such have had a long association with EPMC. I appreciate having this hospital here along with the quality physicians and nurses that are employed there. So, I have been concerned about the number of terminations and resignations that we have seen happen at EPMC over recent years, and the stress it appears to have placed on employees.

I attended a hospital Board meeting on Dec. 6, where public concerns were expressed that included anger at the apparent misconduct on the part of the Board president and anger at the interim CEO who in his final months at the hospital has caused undo turmoil among the staff and the community. Many in the com-

munity have lost confidence in the Board president due to alleged actions taken by this individual without the approval of the whole Board and who has allegedly not been compliant with policies governing a hospital Board. A request was made that the interim CEO and Board President resign from their positions.

At this writing, neither individuals have resigned and have, in fact, chosen to use tax payer money on mounting legal fees and a possible recall election. This does not indicate to me support for the hospital or a resolve to improve the morale of hospital staff and/or a resolve to restore community confidence in maintaining a user friendly environment for both staff and clients at this our small community hospital.

Dona Cooper

Scholarship Opportunities Dear Estes Park Community, It’s that time of year again to begin putting together our local scholarships! Has your organization been a part of Estes Park High School's Local Scholarship Packet in the past or would your group like to be a part of it for the first time this year? Please have your information to me by January 30th , 2017. You may call me or e-mail me with submissions or updates to your scholarship(s).

This is the information we will need for scholarship submissions: Name of the organization Contact info of organization/individual (Name, Address, Phone, Email) Maximum Award Amount (and if there are multiple awards available) Application Requirements Following are a list of dates to mark on your calendars: January 30th Revisions of scholarships due to the counseling office February 6th Scholarship packets will be

given to all seniors March 6th Students applications are due to the counseling office March 10th Application folders will be available for organizations to pick up at the High School May 17th Scholarship Award Ceremony and Reception 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the EPHS Auditorium May 26th Graduation Ceremony If you have any questions or concerns about the process, please do not hesitate to contact me. I truly look forward to meeting you all and working with such a generous list of local scholarship providers. Estes Park High School truly appreciates your organization for its generosity and commitment to the students in our community.

With gratitude, Hannah Heckerson School Counselor Hannah_Heckerson@estesschools.org 970-586- 5321 ext. 3306

Wildlife Responder Available To Help Knowledge, experience, skills to assist and educate individuals with and about wildlife encounters/situations. Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions. Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research. If you see a kill site, call asap, or if you want more information or help with a wildlife situation, call Jayne the “Bear Lady” at 303-823-9427 or 970 685-8756.

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Friday, January 20, 2017

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Abundance Of Snow Allows For Sleigh Rides At Dao House Stables

Now that the holidays have come and gone, we here in Estes Park are all probably starting to wonder if the snow will ever stop. Who would have thought in October that collecting our mail in January would become a winter sport! Well, since it appears that the snow is going to be with us for a while, why not enjoy it.

At some 1,700 feet above the Town of Estes Park, Dao House has received even more snow. With this snow, Dao House Stables offers genuine horse drawn sleigh rides. Dao House is located at 6120 Hwy. 7, just 7.5 miles south of Estes Park. The main lodge at Dao House is one of the largest log buildings in the state of Colorado. If you visit Dao House when it is not snowing, you will be treated to beautiful views of Longs Peak.

You can also enjoy the views on a sleigh ride. This one and one half hour, family

friendly adventure includes a horse drawn sleigh ride along with a visit to our fire pit, hot chocolate, and the opportunity to toast marshmallows. Sleigh rides are available Thursdays through Mondays at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Advanced reservations are required and can be made at 970-577-3448.

Dao House Stables also wants to support our community. If you are part of a 501(3)c organization and would like to organize a fundraiser, please call the Dao House sales department at 970-577-3403.

We can help you determine a date for your organization and five dollars from each sleigh ride on that date will be donated back to your organization.

For more information, visit daohouse.com or call 970-577-3448.

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Welcome The Year Of The Rooster At Dao House

Bring in the year of the Rooster at Dao House, where Chinese New Year is celebrated the authentic way. Festivities begin January 26th and run through the 29th, with days packed with tai chi and qi gong, wellness activities, organic food, lectures, tea socials, sleigh rides and more.

Come to the Celebration Dinner on Friday, January 27th. Delight yourself in a dozen authentic gourmet dishes including savory vegetarian and vegan entrees.

Bring on the New Year with laughter, old friends and new friends. Dinner starts at 6:00 p.m., available only by reservation

by January 22nd, call 970-586-4094 ext 1.

2017 marks the year of the Fire Rooster.

The Rooster is a symbol of determination, hard work and loyalty. The element of fire added to this zodiac sign gives an extra spark and drive for 2017. This will

be a powerful, driven year for us all.

The qualities of the Rooster zodiac can best be reaped with a clear intention and mind in the direction you want life to take you. What does this mean, and how does it pertain directly to you?

Saturday morning is followed by an authentic Chinese New Year Breakfast that starts at 8:00 a.m., only by reservation by January 22nd, call 970-586-4094 ext 1.

Refresh, recharge, rejuvenate and learn more about yourself in our serene mountain environment. Capture the full potential that the year of the Rooster has to offer! We look forward to celebrating this new beginning with you!

For more information, visit daohouse.com or call 970-586-4094 l Dao House, 6120 Hwy. 7, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Call To Action!

Valuable New Tax Benefits Available to Estes Park Businesses When Filing 2016 Tax Returns In 2016, nearly all businesses in southwest Larimer County, including the Estes Valley, became eligible for Colorado state income tax credits when they create new jobs, invest in certain business property and job training, and other developmental activities that are encouraged under the state's Enterprise Zone program. Below is a map that shows the shaded area representing the Estes Park Enterprise Zone.

Local businesses can benefit from thousands of dollars of state income tax credits when they invest in expanding their business. Potential tax credits include investment tax credits for equipment (3%) or vehicle (1.5%) purchases, a job training tax credit (12.5% for qualified expenses), a new employee tax credit of $1,100 per job, and the employer sponsored health insurance credit ($1,000 per employee). These credits are claimed when an eligible business files their 2016 Colorado In-

come Tax Return.

There are, however, a couple hoops to jump through. First, businesses located within the Enterprise Zone had to precertify their 2016 eligibility on or before December 31, 2015. If a business did not pre-certify, the business cannot claim any benefits for 2016. If a business did pre-certify and was approved, an application for 2016 tax credits must be submitted online at https://oedit.secure.force.com/oedit/ .

The business will then receive a certification of these credits, which must be submitted with their 2016 Colorado Income Tax Return.

If your business missed out on 2016, you should check with your tax advisor to ensure that they filed a pre-certification on your behalf for 2017. You can also file the pre-certification yourself. The Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) maintains an online portal to electronically file these precertifications by going to choosecolorado.com/doing-business/incentives-financing/ez/ For more information, contact Paul Mueller at Mueller Pye & Associates CPA LLC at 970-667-1070 or email paul@mueller-cpa.com.

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one-of–a-Kind Estes Park location! 1.29 acres adj to RMNP in Fall River Estates. Nicely treed corner lot w/unique rock formations & spectacular mtn views.

2 lots - in tHe RetReat. Buy separate or together 2.34 & 3.21 acres south facing w/ trees, views & rock outcroppings. County maintained road. $60,000 & $70,000 respectively.

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Our Estes Park Real Estate Market Remains STRONG! Listing inventory is low, and we have buyers! Please give us a call if you are curious about Real Estate values in general, or considering the sale of your property.

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pRivacy is youRs with this nice treed lot in the mountains east of Estes Park with mountain views.

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stunning one acRe lot in Windcliff Estates located in the lower part of the subdivision that offers easy access. Association maintained roads, city water, UTSD sewer, high speed internet available.

Water tap and basic sewer tap paid. $219,900 2000 Windcliff Dr

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No shortcuts were taken when building this custom, energy efficient home with all the upgrades you expect and a mountain view you won't forget. Gourmet kitchen with granite slab counters, custom cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Spacious master suite with a 5 piece luxury bath. Wrap around deck and upper balcony maximize your outdoor living space. South facing wall-of-windows coupled with a ventilation system and extra insulation under the foundation will keep you warm all winter! $875,000 299 Curry Drive www.299currydr.srp3d.com

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The Oldest Real Estate Company In Estes Park 801 OLD RANGER DR. Beautiful river location for this 6BR/2BA home on Fall River. Home has a walk-out lower level that opens up to the river. New roof is scheduled. $625,000. The 0.75 level lot next to the home also for sale for $269,000. (Acreage is estimated). Walking distance to town. River lots are RARE!

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Open floor plan 1998 raised Ranch has cathedral ceilings, a cozy 2 sided gas fireplace and a jetted bath tub! Spacious kitchen plus 2 Master bedroom suites with walk-in closets & 2 1/2 baths. One and a half car attached garage with parking in front, this is one level living in Estes Park! Landscaping is a blank canvas for you to design it the way you wish. $362,000

287 PINYON TRAIL Beautiful, sloping lot on 1.12 acres in Meadowdale Hills, 4 miles from Estes Park, at the end of a Cul-de-sac with evergreen trees, outcroppings & a well. All corners are marked. Great views, abundant wildlife and easy yearround access. $89,000

124 W. ELKHORN In the heart of downtown Estes Park. Bob & Tony's Pizza is a well established business (family run since 1957) offering a wide variety of menu items, arcade games including pool. A classic family entertainment center.

Eat-in or take out. Also offering take and bake pizzas!

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7.3% in 2016 after increasing 36.4% in The numbers from the Estes Park Board 2015. The number of condos available for of Realtors are great to track the local real sale was down 37.8% as of December 31, 2016, after being down by 26.2% in 2015. estate market indicators. They encomThe median price of condos sold in 2016 pass the entire Estes Valley and if you drilled down into them further, the indi- was $267,000 which was up 1.5% from 2015 after being up 5.2% from 2014. cators would vary widely by price range There were 28 condos available for sale and location, but they are a good overall in Estes Park as of December 31st, and a indicator of the entire market. Contact 2.4 month supply of condos available for your real estate professional if you want to know the numbers in your price range sale. or in your market.

With only 28 condos available for sale as of the end of 2016, the market should Single Family Homes reversed their remain strong. The decrease in sales can 2015 trend of over a 22% increase in the number of homes sold over 2014 and had be accounted for by the lack of condos a 7.6% decrease in 2016. The number of available for sale. It is slightly surprising to see that the mehomes available dian price of condos for sale as of De$425,000 sold has not incember 31st, was Median price of creased in value at a up by 9.5% over December 2015. single-family homes sold in similar rate to singlefamily homes.

The median Estes Park (80517) during 2016 The Colorado Asprice of singlefamily homes sociation of Realtors sold in 2015 was up by 9.8% over 2014 has isolated the numbers just for Estes and up by 6% over 2016 and settled at Park. Most of the trends mimic those of $375,000. There were 28.5 sales per the Estes Valley, except for the median month in 2015 and 26.3 sales per month price of single-family homes sold in 2016 in 2016 equaling a 3.95 month supply of reaching $425,000! They also revealed homes available for sale. that sellers are getting 97.5% of their asking price and it takes an average of 106 It is widely acknowledged that a sixmonth supply of homes available for sale days for a home to sell once it has been put on the market. is a balanced market and that anything less is a seller’s market and anything What happens in the Estes Valley real more is a buyer’s market. This trend is estate market in 2017 can be predicted supported by fewer sales in 2016 and based on these trends. Your Realtor will more homes available for sale. The back- have the year-end reports from both orto-back trend in increased value is in di- ganizations available that show the trends rect opposition to the other indicators by month. and tells that the economy in Estes Park Scott Thompson has been serving as a and all over Colorado is doing well and Real Estate Advisor with Coldwell Banker people can afford higher priced homes. in Estes Park for over nine years.

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Mountain Brokers

Gene Whannel - Broker

RE/MAX Mountain Brokers Changes Hands

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970-481-7002

1200 Graves Avenue, Estes Park, CO

whannelgene@gmail.com www.WeSellEstesPark.com

1601 Fish Creek Road • 3 Bed/2.5 Bath • 2,090 Sq.Ft. • 1.14 Acres • Open Floor Plan • Main Level Living • Enjoy the Deck • Master Bath w/Shower & Jetted Tub • Mountain Views

Real Estate Sales V Property Management V Vacation Accommodations

BRIGHT AND OPEN This 3 bedroom condo has it all. Good views, access to downtown, well maintained, and ready to move in. Each bedroom has its own exterior access to enjoy the views from the decks or patio. Nicely finished interior with hardwood floors, wood cabinets, and trim accents. Log siding exterior brings the mountains home. Sale is subject to long term lease ending May 2017.

After 35 years in the real estate business and 20 years affiliated with RE/MAX International, Peggy Lynch is handing over the RE/MAX franchise to her partner Kirk Fisher. Kirk has been with RE/MAX and working with Peggy for 10 plus years. They have developed very successful careers under the RE/MAX franchise, due to their commitment to their clients and good old fashioned hard work.

To dispel rumors, typical of any sale,

Peggy will continue to work with the team as a Broker, and will continue to share her years of experience with buyers and sellers. This transition will give her more time to spend with her family and grandkids, and more time to spend with her clients.

RE/MAX Mountain Brokers has 10 outstanding agents, and works strongly with RE/MAX International and their 110,000 agents worldwide in over 100 countries.

Startstrong-Finishwell, Ltd. New Counseling Business In Estes Park Transition times can be tough. Relocation, empty nest, health issues, retirement, downsizing, career/job changes…just to mention a few times when we could use support, encouragement and direction. StartstrongFinishwell, Ltd. is a new business in the Estes Valley designed to provide just these services.

Through professional counseling, life coaching, spiritual direction, consulting and tutoring, Larry and Susan Yarrington are equipped to help you or someone you know navigate through tough times.

Startstrong-Finishwell, Ltd., grew out of such a time of transition. Both Larry and Susan relocated from Illinois three years ago. They too, are familiar with the experiences of transition. Larry and Susan are both certified life coaches since 2003, Larry also has been an Executive Director for a not-for-profit business, Program Manager in industry and an educator for 50+ years. Susan has been a licensed pro-

fessional counselor since 1991 and an educator for 45+ years.

Both are compassionate witnesses and directional supporters to whatever life challenges people are going through. Larry and Susan are also Spiritual Directors with a passion to help people explore and strengthen their relationship with God. Start Strong speaks to their passion of helping young individuals and couples set a course of life direction through identifying and pursuing core values. Finish Well describes their desire to help anyone identify and live out life with no regrets.

Larry and Susan also are speakers for retreats, workshops and individual/ group coaching using a tele-bridge phone line.

They have two office locations: one in Glen Haven, where they reside and one on Highway 36 in Estes. Their website is www.startstrong-finishwell.com and you can read more and contact them to start your journey.

316 Big Horn Dr. $349,000 Eric Blackhurst

Judy Anderson

GRI, MRE, ABR, Broker

970.586.2950

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Broker Associate

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

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Large Commercial Building Lots of Parking, Heated Garage Bay Lower Level Storage Space

Corner Lot on 1.65 Acres All City Utilities Available Quiet Neighborhood, Great Location

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5 Bed, 4 Bath, 4851 sq ft Luxury Home, High End Finishes 3 Living Spaces, On Fall River

37.55 Acres on Private Lot Borders National Forest Snow Capped Mountain Views

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Make That Dream A Reality

4.24 acres of mountain top living with meadows plush with wildflowers, mature pine trees, rock outcroppings and abundant wildlife.

Enjoy panoramic views of the wooded foothills in the Rocky Mountains. Easy commute to Estes Park and the Front Range. Horse property and close to riding trails. It isn't named “The Retreat” for nothing. $109,500 970 Elkridge Drive

$429,000 15 Kiowa Trl New Construction at The Meadow. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath end unit condominium. Enjoy views of Marys Lake and the Rocky Mountains. Custom finishes throughout. Optional 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath floor plan available.

$225,000 TBD Panorama Circle

2016 Real Estate Market Year End Review From the EPBOR

It’s Always A Great Time To Sell!

Rare offering! 1.4 acre lot in Stanley Heights. A perfect combination of big views of Longs Peak and Twin Sisters. An easy-to-build home site framed by beautiful mature pines, with in-town convenience and utilities, in an area of fine homes, insuring lasting value.

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TING NEW LIS

$589,000 1431 Sierra Sage Ln Free standing Condominium in a neighborhood surrounded by National Park. 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2800 sqft, perfect move-in condition. One level living, open floor plan with dining area, well-designed kitchen.

Huge deck to enjoy the spectacular views of this location. All furniture is included.

It’s the New Year, the holidays are over and it’s time to evaluate our personal and professional goals for the New Year. In order to chart a course or correct the existing one we must look at where we have been. For many, the real estate market is an important part of their financial and personal goals. Whether it is buying or selling investment properties or looking for that first home it is important to know how the market is moving to help accomplish those goals. So without further ado here is a brief summary of the real estate market in Estes Park in 2016 as well as a reminder why you should use a Realtor for your transactions.

Generally, there was an upward trend in price in 2016. It was characterized by low inventory and less overall sales but higher price per transaction. New Listings were down. 7 percent for single family homes and 9.6 percent for townhouse-condo properties.

Closed Sales were down 6.9 percent for single family homes and 4.5 percent for townhouse-condo properties. The Median Sales Price was up 9.3 percent to $425,000 for single family homes and down 1.9 percent to $255,000 for townhouse-condo properties. Days on Market decreased 18.5 percent for single family homes and 25.9 percent for condo properties.

After looking at all the stats from this past year you are thinking that you will probably need help with if you decide to buy or sell this year. There is quite a lot of information to be aware of and to make sure that the price of the property you are dealing with is competitive and relevant in the existing market. Not to mention the contract and all the applicable disclosures. Who can help you navigate the sea of paperwork?

You could hire a lawyer for a pretty penny or you could use a real estate agent to help you with the process. How about using a Realtor? I thought a Realtor was a real estate agent you ask!! The answer is

you are correct! But… all Realtors are real estate agents but not all real estate agents are Realtors.

Both agents and Realtors alike can market your home, show it to prospective buyers and write offers and contracts and ultimately close the transaction. However, there are three important differences that make Realtors rise above the rest.

First, Realtors are held to the highest professional standards. They are members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), Colorado Association of Realtors (CAR) and the local board of Realtors. They abide by the associations code of ethics and are held accountable for their ethical behavior.

Realtors receive recurring education in ethics and other subjects to maintain the highest professional standards. In addition, if there are any issues with the transaction, you have more options for recourse through NAR, CAR and the local board to ensure that the issues are resolved and that agents fulfill their duties to the client’s satisfaction.

Second main difference is that Realtors are ambassadors for the community where they live and work. As part of the local board they participate in community events such as the local highway clean up and fund raisers for local causes such as the housing down payment assistance fund.

Lastly, because of their association affiliations, Realtors have a vast network to tap into to help market your property if you are selling or to find available homes if you are buying.

In the end, anyone can help you with a real estate transaction but by using a Realtor, you are ensuring that you are employing someone who will have your best interest first and foremost and will behave in the most professional and ethical way throughout the whole process.

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Local Vocals Concert This Saturday, January 21 This Saturday at 2:00 p.m., some of Estes Park’s top vocalists are generously offering some of their favorite songs from stage and screen for all musiclovers in the area to enjoy. They will give their fourth annual Local Vocals concert,

hearing as much as they enjoy singing them. To highlight just a few selections, Bob Gunn has chosen two very traditional folk songs, “The Ash Grove,” and “Early in the Morning.” Another locally popular singer, Scott Anderson, who be-

from Weber’s new musical of the same name. The Uncommon Connection (Bob Gunn, Don Bryson, Roger Thorp, and Bert Bergland) has chosen Billy Joel’s beloved “Lullabye;” and, finally, Nancy Bell will cap the program off with

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Gammet, Margie Patterson, Don Shelley, and Verlene Thorp.

All of these fine musicians, who often bless this area with their music, hope that their friends and neighbors will come

Nancy Bell

Bob Gunn

Peak to Peak Concert #4 of the 2016-17 Series, at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church (SMLC), 2000 Ptarmigan Trail. These are the same soloists who shine in the Oratorio Society of Estes Park (OSEP) concerts, in Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies (FAGR) musicals, and in many local benefit concerts, always leaving the audience wishing for more. Now they can offer that “more.”

In fact, given the freedom to choose their own selections, they have put together a varied program of popular art songs and hits that everyone will enjoy

to SMLC on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 so that they can share and enjoy a few Christi Florence Scott Anderson well-loved music selections with them.

In fact, they look forward to meeting gan soloing with OSEP sixteen years ago, Eva Cassidy’s arrangement of “Sometheir patrons at the reception, following has always wanted to sing the tenor arias where over the Rainbow,” the arrangethe concert. Admission is free of charge, from Mendelssohn’s oratorio, Elijah. ment that audience members begged but donations to help defray the costs of OSEP, however, has not performed EliNancy to repeat after the Crossroads their extensive training, printed music, jah since 1992, so Scott is taking this op- benefit concert last fall. mileage, and rehearsal time will be portunity to sing those arias with just piThis Peak to Peak concert program has greatly appreciated. The Peak to Peak ano accompaniment on Saturday. been carefully coordinated by Bob Gunn concerts are sponsored by the Old Moving from the very old to the very to make sure that every singer shows to Gallery of Allenspark and the Oratorio new, he will also sing ”Let Me Fall” by his or her best advantage. That means Society of Estes Park. Checks made out Josh Groban, from the Cirque de Soleil including the many hours of rehearsals to TOG or OSEP are tax deductible. To show. Not waiting for the Fine Arts and generous encouragement from some see the whole OSEP and Peak to Peak Guild to stage Andrew Lloyd Weber’s se- of the area’s top accompanists: June schedule of performances, please go to quel to Phantom of the Opera, Christy www.osep.info.

Florence will sing, “Love Never Dies,”

Vegan Potluck

Whether your New Year's resolution was to lose weight, eat more vegetables, make more friends, or become vegetarian, we want you to join us for our monthly community vegan potlucks in the spring of 2017!

What: Vegan Potluck

When: Fourth Sunday of every month through April (January 22, February 26, March 26 and April 23) from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room Who: conscious eaters, vegetarians, vegans and the veg curious Bring: a covered vegan dish to share and your own serving ware Contact: Chazz Glaze at aveganwithaltitude@gmail.com with any questions.

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Celebrate The 10th Anniversary Of The Boulder Bassoon Quartet

Estes Park Chorale Begins Rehearsals For Spring Concert The Estes Park Chorale will begin rehearsals for their spring concert on Wednesday, January 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Hall of the Presbyterian Church of the Rockies. This mixed men’s and women’s chorus group is open to all singers without audition, and new members are always being recruited. Particularly, new men singers are urgently needed to sing any tenor, baritone or bass part.

The Estes Park Chorale has been in existence for over 40 years and currently is under the direction of Denise Stookes-

berry. The Christmas Concert “Christmas Around the World” was a successful debut for Denise, who said that the Chorale and Mountain Men’s Chorus combined effort was a rewarding one for her.

The theme for the Spring Concert will be “Rhythms & Rhymes,” and it’s reported there will be “lots of fun music,” so please join this iconic vocal music ensemble and help us make music in the Rockies. For further information, please contact Chorale President, Jackie Reed, at 586-1022.

The world renowned Boulder Bassoon Quartet makes a triumphant return for an Afternoon at the Movies this Sunday, January 22 at the Stanley Hotel Concert Hall. Join us for some of film's most memorable scores along with hidden gems. Plus, get a sneak peek at music from the world’s first all-bassoon film score.

Admission is just $10 at the door, children and students are admitted for free.

This concert is sponsored by Barb Marshall.

The Boulder Bassoon Quartet is comprised of members Mike Christoph, Kent Hurd, Brian Jack and Ethan Turner.

Having roused audiences from Denver's Gothic Theater to the International Double Reed Society Conference, the Quartet is dedicated to expanding the repertoire for the bassoon quartet in a variety of genres through new arrangements and original compositions.

Michael Christoph has been the Instructor of Bassoon at Metropolitan State University of Denver since 2010, teaching bassoon as well as music theory labs and music appreciation. As a performer, he is building a reputation for his rich, dark tone and heartfelt musicianship.

Kent Hurd has enjoyed a variety of experiences as a bassoonist and is currently Co-Principal Bassoon of the Boulder Chamber Orchestra.

Brian Jack is a bassoonist, educator, and music administrator living in Colorado. He is a member of Colorado Ballet Orchestra and has performed with ensembles such as the Colorado Music

Festival, Colorado Symphony and Colorado Springs Philharmonic.

Ethan Turner is a freelance bassoonist in his home state of Colorado and performs professionally in the Denver Metro. Currently, Ethan performs with various orchestras and chamber groups around Colorado in addition to the Boulder Bassoon Quartet.

On January 29 don’t miss Tango and Latin Trio Cordilleras, piano, violin, cello features tango dancers, Sean Ericson and Cindy Gottlob. An exciting Argentine program!

Music Festival attendees will receive a 20% discount for brunch or dinner on the day of the concert, courtesy of the Stanley Hotel Cascade Restaurant. Additional parking is available next to the Concert Hall and behind the Stanley Hotel.

Every concert series needs an excellent venue and the beautiful Stanley Hotel is the perfect mountain setting for an hour of wonderfully relaxing Sunday afternoon entertainment. We are grateful to the Stanley Hotel Management and staff for their incredible support and generosity. Thank you to Bob’s Piano Service, our weekly and series sponsors, and the Griffin Foundation.

For further information, contact our business office at 970-586-9519 or visit our up to date website which you’ll find at estesparkmusicfestival.org. To receive weekly updates of our concerts and upcoming events, please send an email to: estesparkmusicfestival@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook for photos and events.

MountainAires Women’s Chorus Resume Rehearsals Calling all ladies who love to sing! The MountainAires choral group began rehearsals at noon on Thursday, January 19th, 2017 at Town Hall, and will continue to rehearse each Thursday from 12 noon to 1 p.m. in the Town Hall, Room

203. The chorus will immediately begin preparation for a Spring Show scheduled for May 7th, 2017. All women who love to sing are invited. No audition is required.

For further details contact director Kasey Troutman at 970-480-5148.

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Tomorrow May Be Too Late

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to myself. All I will say is that you should consider the source of this or any other memorial plaque will be placed at the To The Editor: rumor and get the facts. The only thing I site. In a small way, she will live on bedid was take a week off from work after It has been over 15 months since I lost cause of the generosity of this commuTamara died. She made it easy on me and my wife Tamara to cancer. And as some nity.

Evan because she did not want a funeral of you may have heard, my dad, Dick or a memorial service. So after a week of Sometimes it takes a life altering event Schaefer passed away on December 15th, mourning it was time to get back to to help you see things from a different 2016. When it rains it pours. work. She wanted me and Evan to live perspective.

I've seen people come forThe last year has opened my eyes to our lives. And that is what we're trying to ward and offer support for the two of us many things. Some good, some bad. do. It is much easier to do this when you that I never dreamed would be the type Many members of this community aren't having to squelch vicious rumors to do so.

Not that they were bad people. opened their hearts to me and my son. and explain that you're still in business.

Far from it.

They just keep to themselves, The stack of cards we received was overaren't in the public eye and don't seek Tamara's experience with the medical whelming. Many businesses treated us to recognition for the good things they do. industry was a mixed bag. The nurses do meals, coffee and other “goodies.” The Then they are there for you with a kind so much of the heavy lifting and get very late Carroll Dermody refused to take word on your voicemail or a heartfelt ex- little credit when things go right and too money for haircuts he gave us over the pression in their own words via a card in much of the blame when things go last few months of his long career as a the mail. Proof that you can't judge a wrong. We dealt with some very good barber. Many of you made donations in book by its cover. So many people in this doctors. And some that were not. Her Tamara's name to the Rocky Mountain community do so many good things for journey through all of this was a very Conservancy. Others generously gave to others that never make the pages of the tragic comedy of errors. Being told twice the memorial fund established in her that a lump was nothing to worry about. name at Premier Members Credit Union. local papers.

And then less than a year later the same Sadly, you also learn some things that Every time I thought the stream of dodoctor telling you that you have stage 3 you wish you didn't have to.

In the last nations had stopped, I would be pleasbreast cancer. If Tamara had it to do all eight months I have heard a rumor goantly surprised to see that the balance in over I'm sure she might have done someing around that I had either sold, lost or the account had grown. We now have things differently. Because of other health quit my business.

Which is odd, because nearly $4,000 in the account. As promproblems, she was not a good candidate I continue to work hard at running my ised we are going to donate that money for “traditional” cancer treatments. business like I have for the last 25 years.

I to the local recreation district for the Which left her with very few options. I have an idea where this falsehood purchase of some new playground equiphave accepted the fact that she may have started.

Because of the overly litigious soment. Work on installing this equipment been dealt a bad hand genetically. On the ciety we live in, I will keep my suspicions should take place this coming spring. A other hand, researchers in other countries are at least considering the possibilities that something other than “traditional” therapies may hold some promise for the future. Unlike one oncologist we

Bobcats Wrestle At Lyons Invitational

By: Coach Kevin Ash

After a long Christmas layoff and some bad weather that canceled duals, The Estes Park wrestlers were able to get down the canyon Saturday and come away with a 5th place team finish in the 13 team Lyons Invitational. Two Estes Park Cats battled for first place and two more would battle for 3rd.

Individual results from Saturday include: 132 lb. Junior Hunter Kitchen won his first match of the day to get to the semifinals, but found some tough competition a that point. Hunter would finish with a 1-2 record.

138 lb. Senior Caden Brown lost a tough semi-final match and finished the day with a 2-2 record (two wins by pin) and would finish in 4th place.

138 lb. Junior Marshall Phares came out on the short end of two hard fought matches. He would finish with an 0-2 record.

At 145 lbs., Freshman Nathan Fitzpatrick faced some tough competition.

He would pick up one win and finished with a record of 1-2.

145 lb. Junior Finn Tierney also found

this weight class difficult today. Finn would finish with an 0-2 record.

At 152 lbs., Eric Todd was a key piece to the Bobcats 5th Place team finish. The Senior went 3-0 on the day, was not scored on, and finished in 1st place with the gold medal.

160 lb. Sophomore Dennis Campos battled his way into the 3rd place match but could not find that last win to medal. He would finish in 4th place with a 2-2 record.

At 170 lbs., Senior Jacob Louk (1-2) picked up one win on the day but did not advance to the placing rounds.

170 lb. Freshman Owen Scott came out on the short end of two hard fought matches. He would finish with an 0-2 record.

At 182 lbs., Senior Wyatt Johnson (4-1) had his best tournament of the season and picked up four wins by pin. Wyatt would end the day with the silver medal.

Next up for the Bobcat wrestlers is an away dual Thursday night as they take on the Eaton Reds in Patriot League action.

The team will follow that with a 10-team dual tournament Saturday in Kersey.

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dealt with who told us up front that, “she doesn't believe in other types of treatment.” Why? Because her training did not consider the possibility of a different path. Things like proper nutrition along with some alternative therapies being tried outside of the U.S. Not sure when a nutritious diet became reclassified as part of an alternative health plan.

Life is very fragile. In the last few years we have lost some young members of our community. And some of the old timers that were like living landmarks in Estes Park are gone. It seems like every week or so I am hearing about someone being diagnosed with cancer or other life threatening illnesses. Or being killed in an accident. Take the time to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us in this part of the world. At the risk of using some hackneyed phrases, I will close by saying this: Don't pass up an opportunity to tell the people close to you that you love them. Hug your children everyday and tell them how much they are loved.

Spend every moment you can with them.

If your parents are getting older, call, email or text them as often as you can.

Buy your friends a cup of coffee once in a while. Hold the door for someone with an armful of stuff at the post office.

Don't pass up an opportunity to be generous with your time, money or anything else that you value. Tomorrow may be too late.

Brian Schaefer Estes Park, CO

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Organic Waste Solutions

By: Judi Smith

researching Green Awards for lodging Many communities, including Boulder, facilities, I discovered that they have arrangements with a pig farm to use the Longmont, Fort Collins, and Loveland leftover food from their events. Nothing offer curbside collection of food waste and / or yard waste for the purpose of re- gets wasted, or landfilled.

One such event, in 2014, after much cycling. According to Boulder County; preparation and “jumping through 41.5%,or 91.692 tons of their total waste hoops, ” resulted in a sanitary “repackagis organic. Such municipalities contract ing room” at Crossroads Ministry, with with processing companies which handedicated refrigeration, coolers for dle waste from yards, gardens, forests, transportation, and other necessities. farms, and kitchens, eliminating a lot of Volunteers take donated leftover food the stress on our overflowing landfills. from the YMCA and repackage it into How much, in gallons, does your individual servings. These leftovers are kitchen produce in food waste -- that immediately frozen to await distribution. you are then forced to contribute to the Larimer County Landfill in lieu of a bet- No waste, no want!

These are only two examples of creative ter solution? Of course, the ideal soluEstes ingenuity. Still, for the average tion is to estimate better and not prohousehold, we have no viable alternative duce all this wasted food: smaller, more to the landfill when dealing with organic predictable meal allotments …rememwaste. I, for one, would gladly pay for bering to use the leftovers before they curbside collection and transportation of expire. But beyond that: kitchen waste to composting facilities www.co.larimer.co.us/solidwaste/publications/wastesort.pdf tells us that 13.2% down in the Valley if such were available. of total waste delivered to the Larimer A few other things of note: County Landfill is food waste.

We are aware that the glass only bins in A catering rule of thumb is to prepare the Event Center parking area are well 5% to 10% more than is expected to be used and we are working to expand the consumed. When something interferes service to meet the level of contribuwith the attendance at an event, there tions. may be a lot of leftover food.

Save the date! The next ecocycle – Companies in the Estes Valley often Freecycle Estes event will be held on have unique approaches to keeping food April 22. out of the landfill.

The next LWV & CRC meeting will be Two of the best: at 10 a.m., Wed. February 1 at the Estes Valley Library.

When I toured Jubilations Catering (Bristlecone Inn) a few years ago, while As usual, you may contact me at RRRcyc2se@gmail.com.

Meeting Notices Early Worms AA Meetings Early Worms AA meets at 7 a.m. every morning except Sunday in the basement of Saint Bartholomews Church at 880 MacGregor Ave. For more info, please call 970-577-1316.

Women’s AA Group Tuesdays at 6 p.m. St. Bart’s Church.

880 MacGregor Avenue. 11 step prayer and meditation meeting, every last Tuesday of the month.

Estes Park Al-Anon Al-Anon Group in Estes Park meets from 7-8 p.m. every Friday at U.S. Bank.

363 E. Elkhorn Ave. Guests are welcome.

Call 970-586-4268 for more info.

Fall River Group of AA The Fall River Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at noon. 7:00 p.m. meetings are also held every night except Thursday and Saturday. Meeting location is 701 Elm Rd. next to the automotive shop. We welcome friends and visitors to attend these open meetings.

Park Alanon Park Al-anon meets Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at St Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, 880 MacGregor Ave., Estes Park.

Al-Anon Newcomers Al-Anon Newcomers meets at Harmony from 6:45-7:45 p.m. Saturdays, 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd., Estes Park.

AA Meeting Allenspark Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. Allenspark Fire Dept. - Community Room Downstairs For info. call 303-747-2415.

By: Judi Smith

We hear a lot about businesses and how “they” trash the Earth. This is simply another form of throwing unrelated entities into a prejudicial basket. Just like people, some businesses are destructive and some contribute enormously to research and practices in preserving our planetary home.

Thirty-four years ago, back when most individuals were unaware of “alternative energy” and even composting, back when we thought “recycling” meant returning glass bottles to the store for the five-cent refund, or collecting aluminum cans, my daughter took a one day class in ecology from Disney World scientists.

The books and materials that came with this class were interesting, but the tour was priceless!

Even back then, Disney took sustainability seriously. Fields of “garbage eating” plants consumed food waste from Disney restaurants and gigantic solar panels collected energy from the sun and no one (except a few ecology students) knew that Disney World not only produced all of its own energy (from renewable resources), but sold the excess to nearby communities.

Disney facilities offered extensive labs in the background of the public areas.

That same year, 1983, we toured labs at the Kraft pavilion in Epcot, called The Land, whose labs were experimenting with both zero gravity and soil-less vegetable growth. The intent then was to develop a possible answers for eventual use in what became the Space Station and for a growing concern that “development”

was increasingly absorbing our USA farmlands. Today hydroponically grown vegetables are even available locally in Estes Park.

Small, primarily agricultural, digesters exist in most of the 50 states, but industrial biogas plants, like those owned by Harvest Power www.harvestpower.com Neo Energy http://www.neoenergyusa.com and Clean World www.cleanworld.com , are primarily located on the East and West coasts. Due to the relatively low cost and easy availability of land, the Midwest finds it more “cost effective” to bury our garbage. Therefore, the EPA (2012) estimates are that a mere 5% of our 35 million tons of food waste are being redirected, leaving 33,250,000 tons buried in landfills.

By contrast, Germany is redirecting 90% of its organic waste. Germany has 9,000 biogas plants (counting both private and public facilities). Germany, Sweden, the Nederlands, and Denmark have become so efficient that they must import organic waste from other countries to achieve full operation of their energy plants.

This is only one example of companies that are concerned and trying to find workable solutions for our increasing waste problems worldwide. The LWV&CRC work locally to educate citizens and encourage possibilities for waste disposal in the Estes Valley. You are invited to join us. The next meeting is 10 a.m., Feb 1st at the Estes Valley Library (Wasson Room). As usual, you can reach me with questions or answers at RRRcyc2se@gmail.com.

Open Discussion On Depression

New Horizons Group of Narcotics Anonymous Thursdays at 7 p.m. - Open meeting.

701 Elm Rd.

Free at Last Group of Narcotics Anonymous Fridays 7:30 p.m. - Open meeting.

Harmony Foundation - 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd.

Join Maria Medina for an open discussion on depression, daily struggles, or anything you may just need to discuss, every Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. in the back room at Kind Coffee. Call Maria for more information 970-646-5642.

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Judith Fontius Dr. Judith Fontius was born March 13, 1938 in Crested Butte. She passed away in her sleep on January 1, 2017.

There will be a private internment at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Denver.

Judy generously volunteered her time at Rocky Mountain National Park, historic MacGregor Ranch and at the Estes

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Employment

Park Senior Center.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Denver Zoological Society, 2300 Steele Street, Denver, Colorado 80205 or to Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church, 920 Big Thompson Avenue, Box 1706, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Receptionist Needed For Accounting Office Full-time Seasonal with possibility of year-round Gen. office duties include greeting clients, phones, making appts., typing exp.

Preferred Send resume to:

info@shottsmerrymancpas.com

Chef 2 years food service experience Strong Leadership skills to oversee staff Assist with menu preparations Must have valid driver’s license AM or PM, Year-round, Benefits, $13-14/hr.

General Maintenance Tech.

Complete minor repairs to plumbing, heating, electrical, carpentry Plan projects and requisitions appropriate materials Experience in road plowing/sanding preferred Must have valid driver’s license Year-round, Benefits, $13-15/hr

Youth Program Director BA in Recreation, Elementary, Early Childhood, or Related degree 2 years leading staff in camp setting Working knowledge of ACA Standards and Certs. (Must be 25 years old) Maintain ACA Accreditation and Colorado State Licensing for youth programs Must have valid driver’s license Year-round, Benefits From March 18 through May 12, 2017, all on-grounds seasonal staff will get paid $9/hour for all hours worked in Food Service, Housekeeping or Center Services.

From March 18 through May 12, 2017, all off-grounds seasonal staff will get paid $15/hour for all hours worked in Food Service, Housekeeping or Center Services. *More Details in the HR department*

Email info@valhallaresort.com to receive full position details.

Working Managers: Valhalla Resort seeks husband/wife team for office, maintenance and some management. 2 Full time positions (some flexibility on # of hours between husband/wife) Housing on site-3 bedroom/2.5 bath house connected to office-approx.. 1700 sq. ft Must have professional experience which would relate to position needs, though from different field will be considered.

Email info@valhallaresort.com to receive full position details.

Please put “manager position” in subject line of email.Individuals with substance abuse issues need not apply. Valhalla is a family run business with a commitment to helping others through Choose A Night, Change A Life. For every night you stay, we provide funds toward shelter for someone in need, somewhere in the world.

Colorado Life Magazine Advertising Staff Needed • Excellent pay and Full benefits • Fantastic creative work environment • Travel opportunities with reimbursements • Interface with customers via phone, email, and in person

Colorado Life Magazine Accounting Staff Needed • Excellent pay and Full benefits, M – F, 8 – 5pm • Accounts payable & receivable, taxes, and general accounting duties Degree in accounting or related field preferred but anyone with experience is welcome to apply.

Housekeeping: making beds, cleaning cabins, laundry, general labor.

Office/Reception: must have demonstrated skillset and related experience.

Includes some laundry, occ. assistance w/ housekeeping. Work 20 - 35 hours each week depending on your desires.

Some flexibility with hours/days worked.Optional shared housing: call to discuss. No pets.

Compensation: TBD Positions available now. Work for the winter, summer or longer.

Ideal Employee: flexible, hard working, positive attitude, attention to detail

Apply by sending us an email: aamundson@nebraskalife.co m with your resume and a cover letter. APPLY TODAY!

To apply send us an email: aamundson@nebraskalife.co m with your resume and a cover letter.

Postings & applications are on our website: ymcarockies.org/work (970) 586-3341 x1032

Employment Opportunity

Sales Director

The nonprofit Rocky Mountain Conservancy seeks an experienced and innovative individual to oversee retail sales within Rocky Mountain National Park visitor centers as well as at outlets in national forests in Wyoming and Colorado, Colorado State Parks, and the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming.

Responsibilities: The Sales Director assumes the full range of supervisory and management responsibilities related to the Conservancy sales operation, including maintaining a productive and collaborative relationship with National Park Service and other relevant agency liaisons.

Duties: Provide leadership and direction for the retail program; staff supervision; inventory control; product selection and development; purchasing; maintaining POS/Inventory system; managing vendor relationships; on-site member recruitment and seminar sales; and integrating the retail sales program with the overall mission of the Conservancy and its partners.

Job skills: Retail management and product selection experience; entrepreneurially inclined; superior communication and negotiation skills; proficiency with point-of-sale systems and other related computer systems/software; flexibility; nonprofit experience helpful; willing to work long hours and some weekends during primary sales seasons.

Compensation: Salary dependent upon qualifications with full benefit package.

Please email a resume and cover letter to: Carolyn.Kilgore@RMConservancy.org Or by mail to: Rocky Mountain Conservancy Attn: HR PO Box 3100, Estes Park, CO 80517 The Rocky Mountain Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Employment The White Orchid and liz & jo's in Estes Park is seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager.

Our philosophy is the guest experience will be enhanced when served by a knowledgeable, positive and confident team.

Responsibilities: Work the sales floor with a customer service focus as part of a sales team or independently.

Assist the manager in the consistent performance of daily operational tasks with marked attention to detail.

Assist in customer service training, product knowledge and inventory awareness.

Proven ability to create attractive presentations.

Maintain an efficient and effective store inventory.

Assist with customer events and outreach.

Above all understand that the growth goals and success of the company is predicated upon the creation of an outstanding and unforgettable customer experience.

Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year employment in a clothing retail store.

Excellent interpersonal skills in communicating with customers and co-workers.

Experience in leading by example.

Demonstrate that you are a “style” expert by “dressing the part”.

Proficient in Windows PC environment, including Internet, email and various office management tools, I.e., Google Docs, One Drive and Drop box.

POS software experience including reporting and data base management is helpful.

The successful candidate will bring a sense of humor and calm demeanor.

Please submit your resume to The White Orchid in person at 344 E. Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park or email to whiteorchidinestes@gmail.com.

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Housekeeper needed. River Spruce Cabins. Permanent position. $15 hr. 20 hours a week guaranteed.

Call 970-586-4543 or email info@riverspruce.com for more information

Hiring for FT/PT Flexible hours Stop by to apply 1260 Manford Ave (970)-586-9282

Become part of a quality oriented team at Estes Park Medical Center.

Med/Surg Certified Nurse Aid - PRN Registered Nurse - PRN

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Full-Time Custodian

Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for two full-time, year-round CUSTODIAL positions. Salary range is $12.77 to $14.45 per hour, with benefits. The successful candidate must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and physical demands/lift test. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a high school diploma or GED. Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp.

Only online applications are accepted. Position open until filled. Contact Dave Coleson with questions: 970-577-0211 x3401.

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

NOW HIRING CASHIERS & ASSOCIATES

Apply in person at True Value 461 E Wonderview Avenue Upper Stanley Village

Laboratory Phlebotomist - PRN

Surgical Services Surgical RN – Full Time

Quality Director of Quality – Full Time

Server for Moon Kats, 205 Park Lane, Estes Park. Looking for team oriented staff member to serve in a multi faceted small operation. Year round position, no nights. Good opportunity for right person.

Send resume or contact information for interviews. moonkats@moonkats.com 303-437-9514 ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Head Custodian

Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for two full-time, year-round HEAD CUSTODIAL positions. Salary range is $13.53 to $15.31 per hour, with benefits. The successful candidate must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and physical demands/lift test. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a high school diploma or GED.

Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp.

Only online applications are accepted. Position open until filled. Contact Dave Coleson with questions: 970-586-5321 ext 3401.

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

Hochstetler Resorts HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED Year Around Or Seasonal

For more information & to apply please contact Claudia at (970) 412-6618

Estes Park Medical Group Patient Service Representative – Full Time Medical Assistant - PRN

Patient Financial Services Hospital Billing Specialist – Full Time Emergency Department Registration PRN

Now Hiring for:

Pharmacy Clerk - Start at $10.00. Up to $16.00 depending on experience

Applicant apply at: www.safeway.com/careers

Join the team at Highlands Presbyterian Camp & Retreat Center. Part-time positions in the kitchen, housekeeping, and office and administration areas.

Good hours, good pay and a great team. Check highlandscamp.org and contact us at info@highlandscamp.org or call 303-747-2888.

Vacasa is hiring a Business Development Representative to support growth in our Estes Park market. Must be self motivated and have strong communication skills. Benefits include: health/vision/dental, matching 401k, vacation time, sick time, etc. To apply, please submit an application at www.vacasa.com/careers.

Prospect Park Living Center Director of Nursing – Full Time Registered Nurse – Full Time Nights Certified Nurse Aid – Full Time Nights

Home Health and Hospice Care Personal Care Provider/Homemaker – Full Time

Dietary and Environmental Services Dietary Aide – PRN Send cover letter and resume to hr@epmedcenter.com or visit our website at www.epmedcenter.com and fill out an application.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Immediate Openings for Maintenance Positions Are you looking for immediate part-time employment this winter, and a possibility to continue throughout the summer season? The EVRPD has immediate openings for part-time seasonal maintenance workers to assist with the winter’s property maintenance-related duties at the Estes Park Campground at Mary’s Lake and The Estes Park Campground at East Portal. This position requires the ability to perform a variety of routine and skilled maintenance, construction, custodial, and repair activities involving campground buildings, grounds, tent sites, and equipment. No previous experience is required.

Pay Range: $11.00 - $15.00/hour; benefits include employee discounts at all District facilities.

Applications and complete job descriptions may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com or from the EVRPD Administration Office at 690 Big Thompson Avenue.

Submit applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention HR; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to zenda@evrpd.com

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Employment JOIN OUR TEAM!

Estes Park & Mason St., Fort Collins Locations Now Hiring:

The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for:

Journey Lineworker

Light & Power/Utilities Department Hiring Range $37.68 – $40.51 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: February 6, 2017

Police Officer I

Police Department Hiring Range $25.85 – $28.44 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled (Town employment application required)

Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or Fax 970-577-4770

The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice, the

Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Diamond Resorts Management, Inc.

Year Round Positions Full Time & Part TIme

Housekeeping Front Desk

Diamond Resorts International® The Historic Crags Lodge We offer: • Competitive pay and benefits • Fun and exciting work environment Apply in person at: 300 Riverside Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517 Equal Opportunity Employer

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

There’s never been a better time to reach out to those in need.

We’re seeking quality people who wish to make a difference by helping seniors in their homes. Flexible schedules.

No certification required.

Training and support provided.

Sign on Bonus for Estes Park area!

Apply online to homeinstead.com/northerncolorado Or call Eleni Bergquist for more information (970) 494-0289 Web Brochure: www.HISC365CG.digbro.com

MAKE RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS….

LESS RANDOM

Check Out Our Current Openings….

• Dining services - wait staff • Assisted Living Medication Aides NEW MINIMUM WAGE STARTING AT $13.50 www.good-sam.com

Jobs posted 1/9/17-1/20/17 All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Receptionist needed at busy Estes Park spa. Spa etiquette, professionalism, friendliness, and ability to multi-task are a must.

Please email resumes to:Melissa@RiverspointeSpa.com

ALL POSITIONS

Experience preferred but will train.

Email Danny at: masontire@gmail.com

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

Apartments

Cars

Home Repair/Service Modern Downtown Studio $800/Month - 1 Year Lease.

Single Occupant, NS/NP, Quiet Living (970) 481-1932 Walk in with only your clothes and have an extremely nice, 2 BDR, furnished apartment including util. Avail Jan-June, winter rates. 1 mile from town.

918-429-0170 in Estes Park.

02 cad eldorado fw dr car fax great con 102k mi 5k mi since 1/15, 74yr old seller all opt. fresh oil change new battery 970577-9925

1986 Chevrolet Sprint Low miles , front wheel Commercial space for rent. drive, hatchback. runs well, 1050 sq ft. Good parking, idles poorly. $600 call 586overhead garage door & of- 1968 fice w/ bathroom. $1300/mo + Util Call 970-290-4488 SERVICES

Commercial Rentals

Lower level commercial space available for immediate move in. Open space Cleaning ready for your office, workshop, or storage.

Experienced Cleaning Lady 1 year lease. Approxi12 years in Estes. $15/hr. 2 mately 500 s/f $400/Mo. or 4 hours, once or twice 970-586-2950 monthly. All supplies furRiver Front Office nished First rate refs. 577space/rooms. Multiple 7059. available.

970-586-1700

Room/Roommate

Do you love sports? JOIN OUR TEAM! The EVRPD is looking for Site Supervisors and Basketball/Volleyball Sports Officials!

We are looking for part-time Youth and Adult Sports Officials that love the game of basketball and/or volleyball! Positions are responsible for officiating games by utilizing current rules and regulations applying to the specific sport. Youth Sports Officials $12.00 - $25.00, Adult Sports Officials $17.00 - $25.00 per game/contest Immediate openings for part-time Site Supervisors! This position is responsible for the supervision of officials,coaches, volunteers, participants, the public, and recreation equipment in EVRPD indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and the EPSDR-3 used facilities. Salary range: $12 - $15/hr.

All positions have flexible seasonal schedules, and may work evenings and/or occasional weekends depending on game schedules. All positions are open until filled.

Applications and complete job descriptions may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com or from the EVRPD Administration Office at 690 Big Thompson Avenue. Please submit employment applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention HR; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to cheryl@evrpd.com.

SERVICES

Furnished BR available immediately in shared space.

2 BR’s available Feb 6th.

Serene, quiet, tidy, near town. $600/mo 970-6466714 patiencegribble@hotmail.com

Short Term 1 BR furnished apartment, 1000 sq ft, at River Forks Inn, Drake, pictures available, W&D, electric, heat, TV, trash included. 4 months lease , $1200/mo utilities included. 970-2198529.

HOLMES LOG WORKS 970-586-9168 Log and Metal Railing, Deck Additions, Log Benches, Gates, Mantels & Accents www.lograils.com

Accounting

Tax Refund Advance up to $1200.00 when you have your taxes prepared at Accountants Cabin, LLC. File today, get paid today! No credit check Call Angela 970-231-8458

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

577-1755

Residential Cleaning! Experienced, meticulous and affordable! One time or recurring service. All natural supplies provided.

Licensed and bonded.

Call or text 970.294.

1177 today for a cleaner, healthier home!

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MISCELLANEOUS

RECREATION

NOTICES

Pet Care

Other-Misc

Jackson of All Trades is available, call Susan at 970.227.9842

Business

Sporting Goods

Legal Notices

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Skyview Storage & Uhaul will be closed for WINTERBREAK Feb 1st - March 15th, 2017. For storage units call 970 215- 6006.

For Uhaul call 1 800-GO-UHAUL Thank you!

See you in spring!

REAL ESTATE Queen sleigh bed with mattress and box spring.

Beautiful bed in great condition. About 5 years old 970-302-5375

Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

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Enjoy the views from deck of this historic home. 3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms. Beautiful wood workmanship on walls, cathedral beamed ceiling & flooring. Large sliders to expansive view deck in front of great room.

Conservation easement on 18.45 acres that run from Devils Gulch Rd to Cty Rd 81(aka HBarG). Chain link fenced area for pets, detached small loafing barn & carport. $750,000 3043 County Road 61

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Peace & Quiet Await

Lake & Mountain Views

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• 3 Bedroom /4 Bathroom • Remodeled Open Floor Plan • Main Floor Master Suite • Walkout Lower Level • Pristine Condition

• 4 bedroom/ 3 Bath • Fine Finishes Throughout • Best Lot on Lake Estes • Panoramic Mountain Views • 23x14 Year Round Sun Room

• 2.27 Acres • Moutain Setting w/ City Utilities • Light & sunny location • Beautiful and Individual Building Sites

• 3 Bedrooms/2.5 Bathrooms • Main Level Living w/spacious Great Room • Minutes to RMNP & Downtown Estes Park • Hardwood Flooring & Stone Countertops • Stainless Appliances

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Excellent Investment Opportunity • Great Location just off Hwy 34 • Fully Leased Commercial Building • 3 Residential Condos • 2 Commercial Tenants • 4 Garage Bays & Lots of Storage $1,195,000 541 Lone Pine Drive

Welcome Home to Kiowa Ridge Gorgeous River Front Property • To Be Built 3 Bed/3 Bath • 1 Level Living & Open Floorplan • High End Finishes • 1.2 Acres borders Open Space • Panoramic Views $739,000 Lot 6 Lakota Court

523 St. Vrain Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517

• Western views of snow-capped mountains • Building sites on river or road • Existing well or city water nearby • Could be split into 2 lots • E-estate zoning $495,000 2.5 Acres/Fall River Road