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Nuzzling Noses Learn five fun facts about the red fox on page 15.

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Quota Festival of Trees

Now on display in the lobbies of the Estes Park Resort and The Dunraven Inn. Stop by for a chance to win your favorite tree. See page 21 for details.

Photo by Kris Hazelton

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More Areas In Rocky Mountain National Park Reopen Additional areas in Rocky Mountain National Park will reopen after being closed since October 22, due to the East Troublesome Fire. Tomorrow, Saturday, November 14, US 36 past the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center to Deer Ridge Junction will reopen, including the Beaver Meadows Entrance Station. On the east side of the park Trail Ridge Road is open to Many Parks Curve. The ongoing road construction project between Beaver Meadows Entrance Station and Deer Ridge Junction will continue again on Monday, November 16; visitors should expect up to 20-minute delays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The East Inlet Trail and the East Shore Trail on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park have reopened.

The west side of Rocky Mountain National Park remains closed past the Grand Lake Entrance as does the North Inlet Trail and the Sun Valley Trail, due to the level of fire impacts and ongoing safety assessments.

Areas that will remain temporarily

Town Offices Closed On Thanksgiving Day

closed to park visitors on the east side of the park include Bear Lake Road, Upper Beaver Meadows Road, the North Boundary Trail, the North Fork Trail, and Mummy Pass, Stormy Pass, Commanche Peak and Mirror Lake Trails.

Park staff will continue to assess these areas for fire activity, safety and downed trees, being mindful of high winds that occur this time of year causing more trees to fall.

On Wednesday, October 21, the East Troublesome Fire ran approximately 18 miles before it moved into the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, and then spotted approximately 1.5 miles from the head of Tonahutu Creek on the west side of the Continental Divide to the head of Spruce Creek on the east side of the Continental Divide. Rapid evacuations took place in Grand Lake on October 21. Evacuations for the majority of the Estes Valley were implemented on October 22, as weather predictions forecast major winds on the night of October 23 through October 24 pushing the fire further to the east. Fire-

fighting actions and favorable weather on October 24 and 25, helped halt the major movement of the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak Fires.

Park visitors should be aware of smoke, wind, weather and fire conditions.

Approximately 30,000 acres or 9 percent of Rocky Mountain National Park has been impacted by the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak Fires.

Rocky Mountain National Park’s nonprofit partner, The Rocky Mountain Conservancy, is accepting donations to support the park’s future restoration efforts from this season’s fires https://rmconservancy.org/join-or-give/donate/ For information on the East Troublesome Fire visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7242/ For information on the Cameron Peak Fire visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6964/ For further information about Rocky Mountain National Park, please visit www.nps.gov/romo or contact the park’s Information Office at 970-586-1206.

Community Members Invited To Trustee Talk Nov. 18

The Estes Park Town Board of Trustees invites community members The Town of Estes Park will be closed to join two Town Board members for a Thursday, Nov. 26, in observance of Trustee Talk Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the Thanksgiving holiday. Staff will re- 6:30 p.m. virtually via Zoom Meetings sume normal operating hours Friday, at zoom.us/j/93365555826 or by callNov. 27. ing 833-548-0276 (toll-free). Meeting

ID: 933 6555 5826. This is an opportunity for community members to discuss local issues with members of the board in an informal setting. For more information about Trustee Talks, please view the Official Meetings Calendar at www.estes.org/trustee-talk-1.

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Trail Ridge Road Closes To Through Travel For The Season On Tuesday, November 17, Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park officially closed for the season to through travel. Currently Trail Ridge Road is open to Many Parks Curve on the east side of the park and to the Grand Lake Entrance on the west side of the park, due to safety issues related to the East Troublesome Fire impacts along that lower western portion of Trail Ridge Road.

Trail Ridge Road was not designed to be an all season road, with 11 miles above 11,500 feet, few guardrails and no shoulders. Winter conditions of drifting snow, high winds and below freezing temperatures often occur above 10,000 feet.

Trail Ridge Road normally opens the last week in May, weather permitting.

This year Trail Ridge Road opened on June 4.

Old Fall River Road has also closed for the season. Trail Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road will remain open to bicycles and leashed pets through November 30, re-opening on April 1, except during road maintenance operations and emergency closures as posted. Cyclists and pet owners may utilize the roads at their own risk. On December 1, both of these roads will revert to "winter trail status" which means that bicycles and leashed pets are no longer permitted beyond the closed gates but pedestrians are. At this time, Trail Ridge Road is closed between the Colorado River Trailhead and Grand Lake Entrance to all uses.

For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park, please visit www.nps.gov/romo or call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206.

East Troublesome Fire Thompson Zone Sees No Growth The Thompson Zone of the East Troublesome Fire, on the east side of the Continental Divide within Rocky Mountain National Park, was previously managed by the Cameron Peak Fire team and has been transitioned back to the East Troublesome Fire team. The East Troublesome Fire is currently being managed by a Type 3 Incident Management Team. The Thompson Zone is being managed by a Division Group Supervisor, located within the park, who reports to the Incident Commander.

The recent snow has diminished much of the smoke producing heat coming from the interior of the fire within Rocky Mountain National Park. Prior to this recent snow, the only heat observed was high on Beaver Mountain and on the back side of Mount Wuh, in steep terrain with beetle kill, snags and dead and down trees. These areas have been tested by high winds and the fire has not moved.

The fire is secure on the eastern flanks

where firefighters have had access to mop up heat. Fire managers continue to assess weather and fire danger calculations and there is currently no threat from the fire to move toward the Estes Valley.

Approximately 30,000 acres, or nine percent of Rocky Mountain National Park has been impacted by the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak Fires.

Some areas of the park remain closed https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fireinformation-and-regulations.htm Rocky Mountain National Park’s nonprofit partner, The Rocky Mountain Conservancy, is accepting donations to support the park’s future restoration efforts from this season’s fires https://rmconservancy.org/join-or-give/donate/ For information on the East Troublesome Fire visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7242.

For information on the Cameron Peak Fire visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6964/.

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Stomp The Spike Despite a summer with low-numbers of COVID-19 cases, and ample amounts of applause from Larimer County Public Health officials for the town’s businesses, workers and people diligently following the county’s protocols, the COVID-19 counts for Estes Park have of late been spiking.

As of November 14, Estes Park has had 180 confirmed cases and seven deaths since data collection began, with 103 cases and one of the deaths occurring since November 1. Larimer County has had 6,659 cases and 63 deaths, with 195 cases reported during a recent 24 hour period.

The COVID-19 Dashboard for Larimer County indicates the county is at HIGH risk for spread of the virus. The county’s HIGH rating, while alarming can be deceptively comforting for Estes if we forget that the data for Estes Park (est. population 6,400) are a subset of the data for the county (est. population 300,000). When cases in Estes rise more rapidly than they do for the county then the actual risk rating for Estes, if there was one, could be higher than the HIGH rating given the county. I will be taking up this issue during the recently initiated weekly phone updates of the Larimer County Health Department. At an opportune time, I’ll ask that actions and supports be assigned proportional to case rates.

Many of us are wondering why a spike in COVID-19 cases now happening in Estes? I suspect the answer to that question will be complicated, multifaceted, and unlikely to arrive anytime soon. It is possible some townspeople contracted the virus during evacuation, and then brought it here. Perhaps a few of the 2,000-plus firefighters who came to save Estes and surrounding areas from wildfires represent factors. Perhaps the escalation is due to Halloween, or in-person classes, or church services, or tourists, or gatherings of families or friends, or people spending more time indoors or lapses from judgement.

Although the cause of the spike is as

yet unclear, comments I’m receiving about the virus from townspeople couldn’t be clearer. Here’s a typical sequence.

“Wendy, I’ve been diligent and look what’s happening.” Followed by, “Being separated from family is difficult.”

Then, “I’m so tired of COVID.” After which each person invariably puts aside deep disappointment, sadness, and fatigue to say, “But Wendy, I’m not giving up. I refuse to let the virus win.”

The never-give-up attitude was cer-

tainly present at the fairgrounds on November 4 when 286 of our townspeople were tested for the virus. Although most results were negative, there were some positive findings, many of them asymptomatic. However, every person by volunteering to be tested did ace the exam for being a responsible resident. As did two local pastors with whom I talked recently, who informed me that, thanks to congregation-wide efforts, one church here has no cases and the other only two cases.

Though we are tired of being cooped up and weary from conforming to safety regulations, this is not a time let down our guard. Instead, with Thanksgiving a week away let’s give everyone the gift of caring. Remembering that each of us is important to someone, the action of one affects us all, and that together we will stomp the spike.

PS – regarding mention of the Pioneer Award in last week’s report out, my apologies for inadvertently referring to the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation Inc. as the Friends of the Library.

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One-Way Streets: Pilot Program For Third Street, North Court And South Court The Town of Estes Park will implement a traffic calming pilot program on Third Street, North Court and South Court to convert the three roadways into one-way streets and introduce designated on-street parking lanes. This pilot program will allow residents to evaluate the one-way traffic pattern, which was the neighborhood-preferred traffic calming approach, prior to the reconstruction project planned for 2021.

Public Works has presented numerous design alternatives to the neighborhood over the past year, and the preferred alternative would incorporate one-way vehicular travel on Third Street (U.S. 36 to S.H. 7) with designated parking lanes on both sides of Third Street, as well as one-way travel with an adjacent One-way street pilot concept shown on map. parking lane on both work for this pilot program began on North Court and South Court. North Tuesday, Nov. 17 and is planned to reCourt will flow eastward and South Court will flow westward during this pi- main in place until the reconstruction project is completed in 2021. lot program. New "Do Not Enter" and "One Way" signs will be installed at inThe Town will announce an opportutersections. Parking stalls will be striped nity for public comments on this onealong the roadways and will break at in- way street pilot program and the pretersections and driveways. The parking liminary designs for the reconstructed stalls will be eight feet wide, which will streets this winter. For additional inforleave a 13-foot-wide center drive lane on mation, please contact the Project ManThird Street, and will leave an 11-footager, Ryan Barr, at 970-577-3575 or wide drive lane on both North and rbarr@estes.org South Court. The signage and striping

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

On November 9 at 10:46 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 1000 block of Big Thompson Ave. On scene

they arrested a 38 year old female from Estes Park and charged her with third degree assault and domestic violence. She was transported to the Larimer County Jail.

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

During the week of November 8, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 12 calls for serv-

ice. This included: • Emergency medical (assist EPH): 1 • Odor Investigation: 1 • Alarm/Detector Activation: 4 • MVC: 5 • Structure Fire: 1 Estes Valley Fire www.estesvalleyfire.org

So many reasons to Give Thanks!

We appreciate our members and our community. We also appreciate our staff… so we are closed on Thanksgiving Day. NOURISHING NETWORK NEWS Free Family Meals to Go Available at the Legion from 4 to 6 p.m. every day except Friday. Check out Chef Rich’s nourishing Family Heat‐and‐Eat Meals.

Nourishing Network Free Breakfast Burritos 8‐9 a.m. Saturdays Trolley at Falcon Ridge.

Nourishing Network Free Soup and Salad Lunch Noon‐1 p.m. Mondays At the Legion and Dollar General parking lot.

Nourishing Network Free Dinner 4:30‐6 p.m. Wednesdays Bring the family, friends, or take meals to your neighbors. Dine‐in or carry‐out at the Legion.

VETERANS SERVICES Veterans Assistance 9‐11 a.m. Tuesdays & Wednesdays Information for Veterans & their families regarding benefits & related topics.

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Tuesday Trivia 6 p.m. Tuesdays Challenge your friends and test your knowledge.

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FEELING HUNGRY? Tavern Menu 4‐7 p.m. Saturday—Thursday Appetizers & light foods.

Chili & Fixings 5:30‐7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 $10 per person Lasagna 5:30‐7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 $10 per person

MEETINGS Sunrise Rotary 7 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 Operations Team 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 Masks are required at Circle 119 until you are seated at a table, social distancing required & all other Larimer County Health Department rules observed.

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Yuletide Lights Driving Tour It's time to show off our holiday spirit! Decorate your Estes Valley home or business for the holidays and let us put you on a map so community members and visitors can enjoy your hard work as they celebrate the season!

Simply notify us by Dec. 5 by completing the online Yuletide Lights Driving Tour Sign-Up Sheet at: tinyurl.com/y3jbouhg and complete your decorating by Dec. 8. We recommend keeping your outdoor/window

decorations lit as much as possible through New Year's Day, especially 5 to 8 p.m. nightly.

Questions? Contact the Events office at 970-586-6104 or events@estes.org Once all entries have been collected the Town of Estes Park and Visit Estes Park will create a map that we will share in December at www.visitestespark.com/ holiday-lights.

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Estes Park's Catch The Glow Festival Of Lights Schedule Announced The Town of Estes Park's Events De- pass. As always, this event is free of partment announces final dates and charge. times for the Catch the Glow Festival For more information, please contact of Lights. The event begins the evening the Town of Estes Park Events Diviafter Thanksgiving and runs for two sion at 970-586-6104 or weekends, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. each events@estes.org. evening: Some of artist Michael Friday, November 27 Young’s festival creations.

Saturday, November 28 Sunday, November 29 Friday, December 4 Saturday, December 5 Sunday, December 6 The Catch the Glow Festival of Lights is a drivethrough light festival and will be held at the Events Complex, at 1125 Rooftop Way. It will feature whimsical new float designs by the parade's Creative Director, local artist Michael Young. All floats will be brilliantly lighted. Spectators will drive "through" the parade floats in the comfort, safety, and warmth of their own vehicles. Santa himself will greet everyone as they

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Rising COVID-19 Numbers Jeopardize Larimer County’s Safer At Home Level 2 Status Larimer County Health Department issues an Emergency Public Health Order to help suppress the virus and maintain hospital capacity for care Information current as of 11/18/2020 In response to recent increases in COVID-19 case rates, test positivity and hospitalizations, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) is implementing critical measures designed to slow the spread of the virus in Larimer County.

The Emergency Public Health Order, which went into effect at 11 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2020, requires the following changes for Larimer County residents and businesses: • Restaurants: • Indoor dining is limited to a maximum of eight people per table. Residents are encouraged to have no more than two households per table. Restaurants are still required to follow all other State of Colorado COVID-19 Dial Level Yellow requirements.

• No food or beverage service at bars.

Customers may not stand or sit at bar.

Tableside service is allowed.

• Once the capacity for restaurants and bars is met, reservations are required. No indoor waiting areas for restaurants or bars.

• Restaurants and bars are now required to collect contact information for customers and provide LCDHE with that information weekly at larimer.org/health.

• Sports and gyms: • Organized recreational and league sports are limited to two spectators per player with no more than 50% of capacity, up to 50 spectators in indoor facilities and 175 in outdoor facilities.

• Gyms are required to provide attendance for classes that take place in their facility. This includes any class operated with five or more people.

These attendance lists must be submitted at larimer.org/health and need to be completed weekly.

There is substantial evidence of a significant increase in the continued spread of COVID-19 throughout Larimer County. As of November 13, 2020, Larimer County has a two-week incidence rate of 583/100,000 population, and a two-week test positivity rate of 10.3%. This current incidence rate is significantly higher than on September 16, 2020 where the incidence rate was at 74/100,000 population, and a test positivity rate of 2.4%. Also, COVID19 hospitalizations in Larimer County have increased to a level that hasn’t

been observed since very early in the pandemic.

"The most important thing people can do right now to help our nurses, doctors and our hospitals is to take precautions – wear masks, wash hands, watch your distance around others, and avoid large gatherings of people, ” says Kevin Unger, president and CEO of UCHealth Northern Colorado Region. “Most importantly, please isolate yourself even for minor symptoms of COVID-19 to avoid transmitting the virus to others. We really need everyone to take this seriously."

The County currently sits at Safer at Home Level Yellow (2) of Colorado’s Dial Framework. A retreat to Level Orange (3) would trigger a range of new restrictions, including tighter capacity limits on offices, businesses, restaurants and houses of worship; group sports, gyms and bars, and for events.

“We ask for the community’s continued support as we fight through the COVID pandemic. Please keep yourself, your families, members of your community and our health care workers safe by reducing the spread of COVID-19. Spending the holidays with your immediate family, those who are living in your home, wearing masks and keeping socially distanced when in the community are the best strategies we can adapt,” says Margo Karsten, President of the Banner Health Western region. “As the positivity rate in Colorado rises, so does the risk to our health care workers who are members of the community. They are also our community’s most important asset during this pandemic.”

“Right now we need to wear masks and follow these protocols in order to keep our businesses open and our hospital beds available,” says Larimer County Commissioner Steve Johnson.

“We want our hospitals to be able to continue to provide high quality care, and to do so we need to be diligent in protecting our community from this virus.”

Information about COVID-19 is constantly changing, and the public health response adjusts as more is learned about this virus. While there is plenty of news and media information available, LCDHE is encouraging Larimer County residents to view the latest credible information on COVID-19 at www.larimer.org/coronavirus or www.CDC.gov/coronavirus. Additionally, residents are encouraged to follow LCDHE’s Facebook and Twitter accounts at @LarimerHealth.

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During the pandemic I’m doing all the things we’re told to do: I’m masking up, washing up and holing up. When I need to buy something—which isn’t often— I’m doing my shopping online. I’d prefer to shop in person, but I’m keeping a very small COVID-free bubble which means the computer has become my Elkhorn Avenue, websites are my Pearl Street Mall, the Internet is my Mall of America.

The neighbor down the street has a bin set out in front of her house with a sign above it identifying the bin as the place to deposit deliveries. I swear every time I walk by there’s a new box in that bin.

She’s a shopper, obviously. Personally, I find the whole online shopping experience daunting. So much to choose from, so many reviews to read, so many bargains to search for! How can I ever decide? I avoid it as much as possible.

Recently Joe and I decided to acquire a very specific something that would require a lot of research, online exploring and eventually, some in-person appointments to test drive our top choices. I checked certain websites daily to see what new options had come in, I registered so I could be contacted when something that met most of our criteria came along, and from time to time we braved the big, virus-plagued world to see if in real life, we liked what we’d selected online.

The experience was not pleasant. We would make a choice, go see it in person, and return home empty handed and dejected. Often we’d see what we wanted online, call to make an appointment, only to be told someone beat us to it and the option was no longer available. Our spirits dropped and we wondered if we’d ever find what we were looking for. This went on for months.

Three weeks ago I went to the usual website and there it was—a picture of exactly what we were looking for. I called for an appointment and we got right in.

Two days later we arrived home with our newly adopted dog, Chance. He’s six years old, 17 pounds, and an adorable mix of Cocker Spaniel, Chihuahua and Dachshund. (Don’t try to figure out the mating of such a blend. Just know that it works and produces quite a handsome mutt.) Chance has big brown eyes that make him look like a puppy, even though he’s 42 in people years, white fur socks on each of his paws and a patch on his head and neck that look like melting ice cream. One of his most endearing features is a tail that doesn’t just wag, it goes around in circles like a helicopter propeller. We wouldn’t be surprised to see him lift off and fly away some day.

I have never owned a dog, and one of my mantras throughout my adult life has

been, “People and their dogs!” with a roll of my eyes. People who own dogs think their dogs are people.

They’re not. They’re dogs. They eat their food from a bowl on the floor—in about 10 seconds flat. They have morning breath all day long and never even think about brushing their teeth. Instead they think about licking you on the lips.

Some dogs slobber profusely. (Not our Chance, thank goodness.) Some dogs shed like a sheep being shorn. (Chance does not.) And all dogs bark. They bark when they’re happy, they bark when they’re afraid, they bark when they see other dogs, other people, or for no reason at all. Dogs bark. (My friend Jim B. once said, “If you don’t want a dog that barks, don’t get a dog.”) Needless to say, Chance barks. We are going to obedience classes to teach him to be selective with his vocality. It won’t be difficult to train him; he is highly motivated by hot dogs.

When I told my sister we adopted Chance, she was interested to know more. I was hesitant to share. “I don’t want to be one of those people who is all about her dog,” I said. I plan to love my dog but I don’t want to be obsessed. I desire to be a person separate from my dog—even when the dog doesn’t want to be apart from us.

“Sarah,” my sister replied, “You have a dog. You’re one of those people now.”

One of those people. One of the more than 80 million households in America that has a dog. That’s 53 percent of the homes in this country, according to Statista.com. Being “one of those people” is no big deal. (Cat lovers, don’t feel left out. You own more than 94 million feline friends.)

We adopted Chance through the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) but he didn’t come from an abusive home. He was surrendered because his former owners couldn’t afford him. He is very well behaved, goes eagerly into his crate to sleep at night, and waits quietly in the morning until we’re ready to let him out. He is potty and poo trained, he understands commands, he loves to go on walks—and even runs— and he doesn’t pester (too much) for people food. He’s a snuggler; he’s gentle and kind and adoring. Chance is exactly what we wanted in a dog.

Turn to page 16 to see a photo of Chance.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2020 Sarah Donohoe

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Salvation Army To Continue Holiday Tradition Yes, Estes Park, there will be bell ringing this year. If you are tired of isolating at home, we will have opportunities for you to get out and enjoy the lovely winter weather. Of course there will be COVID restrictions in place, but there will be no mufflers on the bells. The Salvation Army really needs the money this year more than ever. Watch for more details.

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YMCA of the Rockies Virtual Turkey Trot Start off your Thanksgiving Day in a healthy way! YMCA of the Rockies is offering an alternative option to the traditional Turkey Trot run on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26. Join us at the Y for a distanced traditional running route or participate virtually from your own location. Find registration information and more at tinyurl.com/y4jvk2vd.

At YMCA of the Rockies: From 7:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. the route will be flagged for runners and walkers to start at their convenience. The start line is located at the Sweet Memorial Program Building. To compete in the challenge, register using the race app and complete

the route at your own pace. Please make sure to stay socially distanced from others. A start flag and clock will help track your time. Once you’re finished, enter your time through your registration.

From home: Register via the Facebook event, and run your own two-mile course. Once you’re finished, enter your time through your registration.

Prizes will be awarded for recorded times to first place female, male, child under 16, and dog. Prizes also awarded to best photo and best costume. For more information call 970-586-3341 ext.

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Estes Park Archives Program This Saturday, November 21 KRKI was Estes Park's third AM radio station, and, in 1998, became its first FM radio station.

Stan Pratt sold Estes Park's second AM radio station, KSIR, to the “Trail Broadcasting Company” on April Fools' Day, 1991, for $180,000. The call letters were changed to KRKI, obviously a play on “Rocky” and its location in the Rocky Mountains.

KRKI radio engineer Gary Hartley was an familiar carry-over from the KSIR staff, but, beyond that, names like Terry Licence, Steve Coffin, Dave Floyd, and David Czapp appear to have been new hires. Until or unless some of these folks share their memories (and Dave Floyd is no longer with us), KRKI is at risk of becoming Estes Park's “forgotten” AM 1470 radio station, as it survived One of few Estes Park KRKI-related items found only seven years, and is not through an internet search. Courtesy National Radio Club yet old enough for colsharing the same last name (or four or lectible advertising material to justify fewer people sharing the same houseinternet auction listings.

Still, enough FCC documents survive hold) are allowed in the meeting room at any one time, with masks worn by to create a skeleton history, and the all in attendance. Reservations are not Estes Park Archives will share what is required, and everything, including known about KRKI from newspaper bottled water and packaged snack and internet searches this Saturday, November 21, at 240 Moraine Avenue, items, are free. Everyone is welcome, in a COVID-modified program format including first-time visitors to Estes running every half hour between 1:00 Park. You don't need to have any knowledge of Estes Park history to p.m. and 6:00 p.m. take part. Call 586-4889 for more inNo more than four family members formation or directions.

Thanksgiving Fire Walk Fundraiser No task is too big when done together by all. -Hawaiian Proverb As we enter this season of giving, we ask you to join us Saturday, November 21 for the Thanks Giving Fire Walk Fundraiser, an untimed walk/run around Lake Estes to rally support and give thanks financially to the firefighters who responded to the historic Cameron Peak and East Troublesome Fires.

Gather your own team, group or family members and take a lap of Lake Estes between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. after donating.

(Social distancing with other groups and masks are highly recommended and encouraged) Everyone is encouraged to participate–walk, run or just donate! Participants will be able to choose whether they want their donation to benefit the Estes Valley Fire Protection District, Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department, Canyon Battalion of Loveland Fire Rescue Authority, Pinewood Springs

Fire Protection District, Allenspark Fire Department or the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.

Suggested donation of $25 recommended, but any denomination welcome. Donations can either be dropped off at the Estes Park Mountain Shop or can be made online at: tinyurl.com/y29r7cyu. Walk/run will take place on the Lake Estes Trail.

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Ann Taylor Receives Proclamation From Mayor And Town Board In a special Proclamation signed by Mayor Koenig at the last Town Board meeting, Ann Taylor, owner of Colorado Homestead was recognized for her passion to give back to our community in so many ways.

In addition to what is stated in the Proclamation, during the Fire Evacuation, Ann also made a daily 100mile round trip to Denver to Loveland and back to deliver a portion of the Estes Park mail that was being handled in Loveland.

Congratulations and thank you, Ann!

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Five Fun Facts About....

The Red Fox By: Dawn Wilson

This week’s featured animal is the red fox. Winter is my favorite time to photograph fox because they grow gorgeous, thick coats of red hair. But did you know that red fox have other coat colors too? They can also have coats that are black, silver (a black coat with silvery highlights), and a coat referred to as a cross phase, which is a reddish coat with a dark black-brown patch along the animal’s back and shoulders.

Here are five more fun facts about this beautiful animal that lives in Estes Valley but can be pretty elusive.

1. You can identify a red fox from other canids, including other fox, by the white tip on its tail. It is the only wild canine with this identification mark.

2. Red fox are primarily nocturnal, one of the reasons they can be difficult to observe.

3. Fox are extremely adaptable, making them widespread in the U. S., liv-

Red fox will use their thick, bushy tails to help keep them warm in winter by wrapping it around their body and tucking their nose under the tail.

ing in habitats from the harsh, cold climates of the Alaskan arctic to the warm, humid environment of the Southeast.

4. Fox are one of the fastest mammals on earth, reaching speeds of up to 45 miles an hour for short spurts.

5. Fox hunt by a technique called “mousing. ” Especially common to see in winter when they have to pounce into the snow for prey, the fox will quietly sit and tilt its head back and forth to listen for prey under the snow or dirt. Once a meal is identified, they will pinpoint the location, stealthily move in a crouched position towards the animal, and then pounce in a graceful arc to pin its prey.

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

Fox are extremely adaptable, living in pretty much any type of environment, from cities to mountains, including in Estes Park, like this fox, and in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Red fox can be differentiated from other fox by the distinct white tip on their tails. Red fox, however, do have a variety of coat colors, including red, black (referred to as silver) and cross, which is a mix of red and black like this fox.

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The Estes Park EDC – Working With Businesses Through The Challenges Of 2020 And Beyond The Estes Park Economic Development Corporation (Estes Park EDC) recognizes the challenges that local businesses have faced over the past several months.

Business closures due to Stay at Home orders, reopening of businesses with restrictions, further restrictions, closure of businesses due to wildfire evacuations, reopening of businesses, continually rising COVID cases, lack of consumer confidence in health safety and lack of visitation have left no business unaffected.

Throughout, we have worked with business owners, stakeholders, Town, County, State, and Federal partners to identify resources and strengthen programs and services to address these challenges.

Working with Estes Valley businesses to assist in their immediate and long-term recovery needs is always our first priority. Working directly with business owners on applying for and receiving SBA PPP and EIDL Loans resulting in $30.5 million for the Estes Valley and administering $300,000 in Business Relief Funds are just a few examples of the work we’ve accomplished.

The Estes Park EDC also continues to expand its Entrepreneurial Center (ECenter) Business Accelerator Services of Estes (BASE) program which offers significant value to our start-up and scaleup community. Our 2020 BASE Program includes ten businesses who participate in a six month training program focused on markets specific to their business.

Through this program, we have assisted in creating five new businesses, two business pivots, two new product lines, two nonprofits and ten new jobs. Furthermore, B.A.S.E program participants have seen increases in revenues, and in some cases a $70,000 jump in year to year revenue, even during 2020. The E-Center BASE program is accepting new applications in January 2021.

In addition, our monthly E-Center Meet-Up recently offered entrepreneurs an opportunity to network and discuss IT infrastructure and our upcoming

Meet....Chance!

Meet-Up will focus on what businesses strive to accomplish, honing in on purpose, vision and values. For more information on either the BASE Program or the monthly E-Center Meet-Up, contact Thomas Cox at tcox@estesparkedc.com.

One of our best tools to identify the needs of our businesses is business impact surveys and direct conversations with our businesses. It’s only through identification of business needs that we can find and offer the necessary resources. The Estes Park EDC has sent out over half a dozen business surveys since March and has had over 5,000 conversations with business owners during that same time period. Our most recent survey was to measure the business impact of the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome Fires on our businesses.

“It’s only through this type of data, that we can show our local, regional, state and federal authorities that we need help,” said Adam Shake, Estes Park EDC President and CEO. “We’re hoping that by showing a need, higher authorities will issue Disaster Declarations which free up disaster loans and grants.

As part of our work with the larger Estes Valley Community, we have been an integral part of the Estes Valley Recovery Collaborative. Working with the likes of the Town of Estes Park, The Chamber and Visit Estes Park, the EDC has worked towards providing economic recovery and resilience throughout 2020.

Examples of the work are leading the Fall and Winter Task Force designed to extend the patio seasons of restaurants which has culminated in the award of a $50,000 grant, starting the process of finding food delivery services for the Estes Valley and creating the shop safe and local messaging.

If you would like to schedule a conversation with Estes Park EDC President/CEO Adam Shake to discuss how the EDC may be able to assist you during these challenging times, please reach out to him at ashake@estesparkedc.com.

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Snowbelle, Stanley & Tiger Lily Are Looking For New, Loving Homes

Tiger Lily Tiger Lily and Snowbelle are biological sisters. We actually feel like they would like to be adopted separate as they do not seem bonded at all. Their owner needed to move away and could not take them with. They are both shy, but friendly. They will need to time to adjust to a new environment. They are indoor only cats but are good mousers.

They enjoy belly rubs and have lived with dogs and kids but would probably prefer a quiet household. They are both eight years old. If you would like more information, please call us at (970) 2861652 or email petassociationep@gmail.com Stanley Cato is one-two years old. He is a friendly guy that enjoys sitting on your lap and is very affectionate.

All of these sweet pets are currently being cared for by members of the Pet Association of Estes Park.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, please call 970-286-1652.

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“AND BE THANKFUL IN EVERY CIRCUMSTANCE” It was gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida, every Friday night, until his death in 1973. Each Friday he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea gulls would flock to this old man, and he would feed them from his bucket.

Many years before, in October, 1942, Captain Eddie Rickenbacker was on a mission in a B-17 to deliver an important message to General Douglas MacArthur in New Guinea.

But an unexpected detour hurled Captain Eddie into the most harrowing adventure of his life.

Somewhere over the South Pacific the Flying Fortress became lost beyond the reach of radio.

Fuel ran dangerously low, so the men abandoned their plane for the ocean. For nearly a month Captain Eddie and his companions would fight the water, the weather, and the scorching sun. They spent many sleepless nights recoiling as giant sharks circled and rammed their rafts. But of all their enemies at sea, one proved most formidable – starvation. After eight days their rations were gone or destroyed by the salt water. It would take a miracle to save them… and such occurred. Rickenbacker loved to tell the story. “Something landed on my head. I knew that it was a sea gull. I don’t know how I knew, I just knew, and so did everyone else.

Not one word was said, but without moving my head, I could see the expressions on their faces. They were staring at that gull. The gull meant food, if I could catch it.” Captain Eddie caught the gull. They consumed most of it, and the rest was used for bait to catch fish. The survivors were sustained and their hopes renewed because a lone sea gull, uncharacteristically hundreds of miles from land, became a sacrifice.

Captain Eddy never forgot…and every Friday evening, about sunset, he would visit that pier to remember the sea gull, which long ago, gave itself without a struggle.

During this year we may feel much like Captain Eddie and his crew in those bleak days before the gull landed. Our year has been tumultuous with a hostile and stressful presidential campaign and election, and now the uncertainties of a new administration and what will be ushered in, coupled with all the other challenges our nation is facing: the pandemic, lost jobs and suffering businesses, social unrest. In addition, we have challenges in our area, the wildfires and evacuations and losses, and those struggles we face in our individual lives and families…Covid-19 ‘positive’ tests, isolation, school uncertainties, and the list goes on! We begin to identify with ‘Alexander’ and his ‘terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day’ in children’s literature.

However, we need to realize that this is not a totally unique time in history. Paul Harvey, years ago, spoke this truth: “In times like these we need to know that there have always been times like these!” Ask John Bradford and the early pilgrims who lost half of their people, but, similar to what we will do next week, celebrated ‘Thanksgiving Day’.

We can always find reasons to feel gratitude and give thanks. A robbery victim of years gone by, afterwards shared his feelings: “First, I am thankful that I was never robbed before; Second, I am thankful that he only took my wallet, not my life; Third, I am thankful that while he took my money, which wasn’t much, he didn’t take my horse or my clothes; Fourthly, I am glad that it was I who was robbed, not I doing the robbing.”

So, in these next few days, give careful thought to yourself. First, are you a grateful person? ‘Gratitude’ is an attitude, a continual feeling of appreciation for what you receive…little or much. ‘Thanksgiving’ is an act, an expression of that gratitude to those who have blessed you…whether sea gulls or firefighters or people who open the door for you, and, especially, at this special time of year, to God for all the blessings you enjoy. “In everything give thanks for this is the will of God for you.”

Between Friends Consignment Shop Grand Opening This Saturday

Ribbon Cutting November 21, 10 a.m.

Between Friends announces its grand opening this Saturday, November 21, at 433 S. St. Vrain Ave., next to Cousin Pat’s. The Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Wendy Koenig will cut the ribbon on the new store November 21 at 10 a.m.

“Following retirement, I found myself missing the connection with others. I also suspected that there are others who impulse buy, downsize, or move from one home to another who need a place to sell their finer things,” says store owner Susan Henshaw. “At Between

Estes Park Woman’s Club Fundraiser Purchase A Beautiful Soy Candle

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Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu November 23 – 27 Monday, Nov 23 Beef Stroganoff w/ garlic bread & side salad Tuesday, Nov 24 Chicken Cordon Bleu w/ Roasted Potatoes & vegetable Wed., Nov 25

Turkey Dinner w/ stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetable

Thurs., Nov 26

CLOSED for Thanksgiving Day

Friday, Nov 27

Trout (4 oz) w/ Rice Pilaf & soup

Friends, we make it fun, we make it useful, and we make extra money.”

Henshaw has been preparing for this venture for a long time, equipped with years of customer service and relationship-building experience. She has worked in Estes Park before entering entrepreneurship as office manager for Airbits, president of The Elizabeth Guild and director of community theater with The Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies.

On Saturday there will be gifts, drawings, prizes, treats and 20% off coupons at the door to all consignors. Don’t miss this special occasion, for more information, please call (970) 765-7651.

The Estes Park Woman’s Club is selling soy candles to raise funds to support the Estes Park community – library, schools and RMNP. The candle fragrance options are: Woodland (green color) – fresh pine

scent with hints of crisp cool air that will remind you of winter, Pumpkin Crème Brulée (nutmeg color) – sweet and creamy crème brulée melded with spicy pumpkin scents, Vanilla Cinnamon (cinnamon color) – sweet and soft vanilla blended with spicy cinnamon notes make a warm pair, Peppermint Bark (white with layer of red) – cool and sharp peppermint with subtle hints of sweetness, and Cinnamon (red) – warm bundled cinnamon sticks with hints of clove and spice.

Cost is $12.00 each or two for $20.00. These make wonderful hostess gifts or stocking stuffers. To order or for more details please email EstesParkWomansclub1912 @gmail.com or contact any members of Woman’s Club. Order deadline is Friday, November 27, 2020.

November 30 – December 4 Monday, Nov 30 Tuesday, Dec 1 Wed., Dec 2 Thursday, Dec 3 Friday, Dec 4

Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger & Homemade Chips Vegetarian Pasta Primavera w/ garlic bread, side salad & vegetarian soup Country Fried Chicken w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetable BBQ Pork Ribs (4) w/ baked beans & coleslaw Signature Salad w/ Grilled Shrimp (8) (greens topped w/ tomatoes, corn, cheese, craisins, pecans & croutons) & ranch dressing

All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Nov 23rd, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Nov 20th.

For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane and at estesparkseniors.org The Center is still closed. No Activities.

Meals to Go will be delivered to your vehicle at the Senior Citizens Center!

Pick up times 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org

Happy 24!

Happy 24th Birthday, Christopher!

Love, Sara

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Remove Tangle Hazards From Yards To Protect Wildlife Deer are on the move at this time of year migrating and looking for mates.

But the animals are prone to getting tangled in summer gear left in backyards.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges everyone to take down volleyball nets, hammocks, hanging lights and other items that deer ─ especially the bucks ─ can get tangled in.

Recently, in Durango and Colorado Springs, wildlife officers have cut nets away from the antlers of buck deer to free the animals. In some cases they’ve had to cut off the animal’s antlers. Over the years, CPW has seen deer and elk tangled with a variety of items, including: tricycles, tires, garden cages, clothes lines, plastic fencing, lawn chairs, Christmas lights and more.

“At this time of year more deer are seen on the roads and they are also in the middle of the rut,” said Matt Thorpe, area wildlife manager in Durango. “People need to take down the things in their yards that snag antlers and slow down as they’re driving.”

As people begin to hang outdoor Christmas ornaments, CPW recommends that lights and other decorations be placed above six feet or attached tightly to trees and buildings. Lights that hang low or that are draped insecurely over vegetation can get tangled easily in antlers.

Wildlife officers can often get deer un-

tangled if they are nearby and are told about it. But every year, CPW gets reports of deer and elk that have died after becoming stuck in fences or in items that prevent them from eating.

Another hazard for deer during the winter is dogs. When they see deer and they are off leash, dogs will follow their natural instincts and give chase. This can exhaust deer or force them into collisions with fences or vehicles. Owners who allow dogs to chase wildlife will be ticketed.

During winter, deer and elk have little to eat and live off the fat stores they’ve gained during the warm months. The animals can lose 20-30 percent of their body weight during the winter. Consequently, they have few calories to spare and they are especially vulnerable in stressful situation.

If you see deer, elk or bighorns at this time of year don’t try to get closer to

This deer was tangled in a hammock in a backyard in Durango. It was freed unharmed; but Colorado Parks and Wildlife asks everyone to remove tangle hazards from their yards.

The deer stuck in an athletic net, it also was freed.

them in order to take a better picture.

They are wary and will burn energy to move away. Observe them from a dis-

Photo by Paul Marcotte.

tance and that will allow them a better chance of making it through the winter.

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Quota Festival Of Trees Now On Display In The Lobbies Of The Estes Park Resort & The Dunraven Inn It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas

trees will be held on December 18 and the event will be in a Zoom Virtual format from the lobby of the Estes Park ReBy: Kris Hazelton sort at 3:00 p.m. Please note, if you win a Members of the Quota Club of Estes tree, you will be responsible for picking Park invite you to the display of beautifully decorated trees for their 2020 Festi- it up. If you are not present, you will receive a phone call to arrange for pick-up val of Trees in the lobbies of The Estes Park Resort and The Dunraven Inn. The of your tree.

Quota Club would like the thank The variety of trees is incredible as always.

Estes Park Resort and The Dunraven Inn Come browse the tables of trees and for decorating their own trees as well as purchase tickets to enter the drawing to displaying all of the trees in their lobbies win your favorite tree! The Festival of and helping with this fund-raising projTrees is usually held in conjunction with ect.

Why not plan an outing to go view the Holiday Home Tour which has been these special trees and afterwards, have a postponed until 2021, due to Covid. meal or a beverage at The Dunraven Inn, Thirty-four wonderful creations decoor make a weekend of it and book a stay rated by many local businesses, nonat the Estes Park Resort! profit organizations and individuals are Proceeds from the Festival of Trees go set up for you to see. Stop by and see to the many community projects of these beautifully decorated themed trees, Quota, most recently donations to the many with gift certificates and goodies Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Departattached. ment and the Drake Fire Department to Chances for winning these trees will be our hero firefighters. It will also support sold at the hotel front desk. Ticket prices the Loan Closet, Ambulance Fund, stuare: dent grants, service to seniors, service to 1 ticket for $1.00 youth, help for disadvantaged women 6 tickets for $5.00 and children and much more! In this 13 tickets for $10.00. time of Covid and the difficulty of fundPurchase your tickets and put your full raising, come support Quota and see name and phone number on the back of these wonderful trees which are sure to get you into the holiday spirit. the ticket for your chance to win. Drop your tickets in the box next to your fa“Christmas waves a magic wand over vorite tree on display for a chance to win this world, and behold, everything is the tree! The drawing for winners of the softer and more beautiful.” ~ Norman Vincent Peale

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Saturday Morning, 8-9am BREAKFAST BURRITOS at Falcon Ridge Clubhouse 1629 Soaring Circle

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Monday, noon-1pm SOUP & SALAD Pick up at American Legion or Dollar G. (new! find the Trolley)

Pick up fREe yummy food for you, your family, a neighbor...

First come, first served. Mask up and stay 6’ apart.

Learn about community services from local nonprofits

VISIT epnONprOFIT.ORg FOR mORe DEtails Generously supported by the Safeway Foundation; hosted by American Legion Circle 119

Wednesday Evening, 4:30-6pm Grab-n-Go or Dine In LOCAL RESTAURANT MEAL at the American Legion

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To The Editor: With the holidays almost upon us, some tough decisions arise. When making a decision – especially an important one, it is worth asking yourself what, in

the future, would you regret doing or regret not doing?

Be safe, everyone.

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All are welcome

Congratulations to Mikah Gay, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for November 20, 2020.

School activities Mikah enjoys are being a member of HOSA (Future Health Professionals organization), Key Club, Youth In Action, choir and the cross country team. She maintains a 4.0 GPA. Extracurricular activities she likes are writing, modeling and volunteering at her church by helping with Sunday school. Mikah said, “I love to write essays, short stories, bad poetry and sometimes songs. I also love running and traveling.

When I get older I want to travel the world with my best friends.”

Mikah’s favorite quote is “They were like anyone else—full of the potential to do great good, and also great harm.” by Leigh Bardugo, Six of Crows. She said, “I feel like there 10th are a lot of times in life when you might feel like you don’t have a choice or that you won’t amount to anything.

This quote reminds me that we always have the potential to be something and that we even get to choose between being good or bad. I think it’s important to remember that at any time you can start something new and completely change your life.”

Mikah Gay Grade After high school Mikah wants to go to a college to study political science, anthropology, journalism or creative writing. She is also interested in the medical field, particularly psychology and neuroscience, so she might study those instead. She also would like to be a journalist and wants to create her own magazine someday.

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

Registration Is Open For The Winter Session Of Dance, Gymnastics And Cheer Classes Get out of the cold and get into the studio this winter. Center Stage School of Dance & Gymnastics has opened registration for the 10-week Winter Session of classes. Weekly classes are offered to students ages three through adult. The winter session starts on Monday, December 7th and continues through February 28th. (No classes over the two-week Winter Break Holiday 12/21-1/1; these vacation weeks are not included as part of the 10weeks of our winter classes.) We offer multiple levels of classes for students in Ballet, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Toddler Ballet/Tumbling, and Gymnastics. Beginners are always welcome - we will find the perfect class for you.

Center Stage is practicing all COVID safety guidelines and restrictions set by the Larimer County Health Department to ensure a safe environment for your student to learn. Class sizes will be limited to only 10 students to allow for physical distancing in the studio (no exceptions will be made to this class enrollment size so pre-registration is required.) All students and instructors will follow mandatory mask requirements and Clorox/disinfectant

will be used on equipment/barres at the beginning and ending of every class that utilizes any apparatus. Hand sanitizer will be provided to students for use at the start/end of every class as well as a non-contact thermometer for those students that did not have their temperature taken at home before entering the studio for their class. Attendance will also be taken at every class. Your student’s safety is a priority to us.

Weekly classes start out at only $9 per class and vary slightly in price, based on the length of class chosen.

Thanks to the Estes Park Duck Race, financial aid scholarships are still available to children that need financial assistance with their winter tuition. To see a complete winter schedule of all available class days and times please visit our website at www.centerstagedanceestespark.com.

Our studio is located in the lower level of the Rocky Mtn. Health Club on Big Thompson Ave. Registration can be completed by calling Center Stage at (970)714-0755, or message via our Center Stage School of Gymnastics Estes Park FB page, or use the “contact us” page of our website. Class size is limited so be sure to get a spot today.

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HAPPy HArVEST CoMMunITy MEAl FREe FOR aLL! NOUrIShINg NetwORk

Free Food From Rations Food Truck: Brisket (or Veggy) Chili + Corn Pudding for 300 Apelles’ Chocolate or Lemon Cupcakes (psst. we are also celebrating a birthday cause that’s FUN) Safeway Gift Card Giveaway (free groceries anyone!?)

Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co. Beer Specials Win a Handmade, Masked Elk Corn Hole Game

November 21 Parking Lot of

2-5pm 555 S. St. Vrain

Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center Doing good in the neighborhood.

Estes Park

Nonprofit Resource Center

Staying apart brings us together.

It’s been a tough year for everyone, but there’s still plenty to be thankful for. Like your friends, your family, and the bonds that bring us together, even when we’re apart.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Rich Flanery team, your local lender. And thanks for your continued support.

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Showtimes For Nov. 20 – Nov. 24 LET HIM GO (R)

Daily at 4:15p and 7:15p Matinee: Sat and Sun at 1:15p Late Night: Fri and Sat at 9:45p

FREAKY (R) Daily at 4p and 7p Matinee: Sat and Sun at 1p Late Night: Fri and Sat at 9:30p

YELLOW ROSE (PG-13)

Daily at 7:30p

THE WAR WITH GRANDPA (PG

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The Mountains Are Calling...

We'll Guide You Home – RE/MAX

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Real Estate Sales V Property Management V Vacation Accommodations

Broker Associate Eric Blackhurst Completes Sale Of Elkhorn Lodge Property Eric Blackhurst of Anderson Realty and Management completed the sale of the Elkhorn Lodge property at 600 West Elkhorn Ave. Friday, Nov. 13. The 20acre property that had been under ownership of the Zahourek family for 29 years is destined to become a mainstay anchor for the west end of Estes Park under the ownership of HS Estes Park, LLC. Blackhurst, working with the buyer, stated, “This transaction has been a long time in the making. The buyer showed interest in this property in the Summer of 2018 and it has taken this long to work through the many processes and organizations necessary to ensure that the property could be developed in a manner consistent with the desires of the developer, Town government, and neighborhoods.”

Much of the history of the property, originally build in 1880, will be maintained as the Lodge and Coach House buildings are refurbished, while new ac-

commodations, restaurants and shopping venues are developed. The plan is to retain many of the historic elements of the site while adding new amenities to the current location. The buyers have developed other properties in similar communities near national parks and know how important quality experiences are to those traveling to enjoy the outdoor venues.

The Zahourek family, the listing brokers from Fort Collins and Loveland, Van Horn Engineering, planning staff for Town of Estes Park, Town Trustees, Town Museum Director, neighbors and local businesses were integral in making this purchase possible.

“This is an excellent opportunity to bring additional commerce to Estes Park. This will be a superior product that will continue to enhance the west end of Elkhorn Avenue.” I look forward to watching the progress that should begin in the Spring of 2021,” Blackhurst stated.

LOTS IN GREY FOX ESTATES, GOING FAST! These wonderful lots are going fast. Building envelope for increased privacy and to ensure quality construction in this subdivision. Your choice from an open meadow to the wooded more secluded lot to build your primary home and guest house.

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Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Virtual Arts & Crafts Show

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320 East Elkhorn Avenue

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December 5, 2020 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club is hosting a one-day, virtual Arts & Crafts Show on December 5, 2020 starting at 10 a.m. MST! We hope you will attend!

This event is one of our primary annual fundraisers for 2020. Proceeds help to fund a robust community grant program, community service initiatives, and scholarships for local high school graduates. This virtual event is an online marketplace where hundreds of customers can shop and join vendors face-to-face in their virtual booth through video chat.

To pre-register for the event visit https://boothcentral.com and search on “Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Arts and Crafts Show.” You will get a reminder before the event.

If you are interested in being a sponsor, please email us at artsandcrafts@evsr.org. If you are inter-

ested in applying for a vendor booth, watch this tutorial bit.ly/3oTfR3X and then register at boothcentral.com.

We hope you can attend our show!

Sincerely, The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Arts & Crafts Show Team Artsandcrafts@evsr.org

866.586.2950

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100 Books Donated To Estes Park Elementary School

thankful We are

and

grateful for our amazing clients and community

This year the Estes Park Woman's Club has been celebrating the 100th year anniversary of Women's Suffrage. Thanks to the generosity of Nan Ryan a donation was made to purchase books for the Estes Park Elementary School. On Monday, November 16th copies of the book, “High as a Hawk,” were distributed to this year's fourth grade class. The book describes A Brave Girl's Historic Climb of Longs Peak. The author of the book is T. Al Barron from Boulder, CO and the book is illustrated by Ted Lewin. The book is based on the historic 1905 ascent by the youngest person ever to climb Longs Peak. This eight year old year accompanies none other then Enos Mills to the top of Longs Peak. Fourth grade students study Colorado so this book will become a part of their work.

Eighty books were purchased for the fourth grade students so each student will have their own copy. A classroom set will also be placed in the school library for everyone's use.

Thank you, Omu!, What is given from the heart, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Who was Maya Angelou?, and Zoology: cool women who work with animals.

The Estes Park Woman's Club supports other literacy projects at the schools. Members help with book fairs, volunteer in classrooms and support au-

From our Family to yours!

In addition to the book, “High as a Hawk,” twenty other books about the wonderful accomplishments of women were selected for the school library.

Books selected were: Ann Bancroft, explorer, Archaeology: cool women who dig, Dancing Hands: how Teresa Carreno played the piano for President Lincoln, Emma Watson: women's rights activist, Just ask! Sonia Sotomayor, Malala Yousafzai: education activist, Marine Biology, cool women who dive, Michelle Howard: four-star admiral, Michelle Obama: health advocate, Planting Stories: the life of librarian and storyteller Pura Belpre, Sara Seager: planetary scientist, Simone Biles: Olympic gymnast, Sonia Sotomayor: Supreme Court Justice, Susan Wojcicki CEO of YouTube, Technology: cool women who code,

WONDERFUL CARRIAGE HILLS HOME This 4 bedroom 3 bath home is located in Carriage Hills on .49 acre lot with wonderful southern exposure. The main level has an open kitchen and living room area with a large window to take in the view of Twin Sisters. Recently added to the main level is a master suite with walk-out to private deck and an efficiently designed handicap bath with large walkin shower and walk-in jetted tub. 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath are upstairs with another bedroom suite downstairs with 3/4 bath. Completing the property is a detached oversized two car garage. New paint and carpet throughout giving a fresh new feel.

Call Trisha for an appointment to view 2411 Larkspur, offered for $499,000.

thor visits in partnership with the Estes Valley Library.

Each of the above books has a special bookplate noting the project was made possible by a donation from Nan Ryan in memory of Maureen J. Garrity who was a memorable Coloradoan in the field of education and medicine.

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Holiday Shop In Allenspark Continues This Weekend

Looking for unique and original holiday gifts? Then head to the Holiday Shop at The Old Gallery in Allenspark going on every weekend until December 20. Original art created by a wide variety of artists and creations by local crafters can be found in all price ranges.

The Old Gallery is one of the most unique galleries in all of Colorado, featuring fine arts created by local artists from Boulder and Larimer counties,” said artist Kathy Banich. “The art

Guest artists and crafters participating include Annie Meulener, Bruce Van Der Kamp, Celia Mills, Ellen Ehrhardt, The Hilltop Guild, Janine Elletire, Kim Kittle, Mary Morse, Patrick Sweangen, Susan Krauth and Tara Lynn Towers.

You’ll find glass Christmas ornaments, vases, scarfs, blankets, ceramics, pine cone wreaths, silk and fiber arts, handmade soaps, tea towels, handbags and more.

ranges from oil paintings, watercolors and drawings to stained glass, jewelry, ceramics and gourds,” she said. Artists have created cards, calendars, coasters, ornaments and more for this special event.

Local crafters are also participating in the show. “This is the first year we’ve invited crafters to participate in our Holiday Shop event,” said Banich. “It expands our offerings for holiday gifts that are unique and distinctive.”

Artists featured in the show and sale include Anne Curtis, Cheryl Pennington, Judi Mitchell, Kathy Banich, Leslie Emerson, Linda Toukan, Sally Van Der Kamp, Terry Kasprzak and Vicki Dyas.

Fall Softball Champs!

The Pancake Batters were one of seven teams that registered for the EVRPD Fall League. Their team also won the Summer League this year. The Pancake Batters are mostly made up of one family

plus a few friend recruitments. They are always fun to work with and have been playing in our leagues for years and nearly always make it to the championship.

Located at 14863 Highway 7 at the entrance to Allenspark, The Old Gallery is 20 minutes south of Estes Park and 20 minutes from Lyons. It’s a beautifully renovated 1940s log structure that is home to 20 local artists.

The Old Gallery is a nonprofit that provides art, education, entertainment and social services to area residents and visitors, including the Com-

munity Cupboard Food Bank, Community Closet, art and yoga classes, concerts and even juggling classes.

“The Old Gallery really captures the spirit of this mountain community. It’s a place for our local artists to display and sell their work,” said Banich.

Winter hours at The Old Gallery are 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting.

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2020 offers all of us the opportunity to celebrate not only the passage of the 19th Amendment but also the achievements of women over that last 100 years. Celebrations are planned nation-wide, in every state and in local communities.

A number of local organizations and community leaders, under the leadership of Jean McGuire, have formed a committee to coordinate the local celebration under the title, “100 Years: A Celebration of Women.” As a part of the festivities, we plan to collect stories about Estes Valley women in the form of paragraphs. Submission period: now through the end of November.

Maximum length: 200 words, A story about any woman with a connection to Estes Park. These paragraphs will be collected by the Estes Valley Library. They will then appear in the local newspapers and 100 will be chosen to be published as a booklet for November release.

Submit your paragraphs digitally (preferred) to chomanwendell@estesvalleylibrary.org or hard copy to the front desk. Here are the next of the submissions.

The Story Of Cindy Elkins By: Lars Sage

Artist, teacher, activist in the community are attributes associated with Cindy Elkins. Moving to Estes Park in 1989, she taught art for 13 years with the elementary school. During this time she helped develop Earth Day Tshirts, service art projects with the students like painting ducks for the Duck Race and designing the Town’s Christmas ornaments as well as being on the team that started Grandparent’s Day. Moving to Eagle Rock School for the last 18 years, she developed, with her students, the Community Tile Tunnel, which was to help build relationships with the community by making art together. In addition, they did a silk scarf mural of the Continental Divide for

the Museum. Cindy promoted the Flood Mud Volleyball Tournament, which raised $9,000 to help the victims of the flood.

Cindy became an entertainer as an actress participating in Fine Arts Guild, ERS, and other community theater plays and musicals, including dinner theater shows at the Stanley, Aspen Lodge, and Mary’s Lake Lodge.

Belly danced with a local troop and did stand up at open mic nights prior to parenthood. She also served on the Board for the Art Center, participated with Land Trust and as a member of a national educational group SRI. Cindy is currently moving back east to assist her family.

The Story Of Julie Watkins By:Lisa Eccles

Julie Watkins will complete her fifth year at the helm of YMCA of the Rockies at the end of 2020. Julie is the first woman to serve as President & CEO of YMCA of the Rockies, a role she grew into over 37 years. After starting as a seasonal employee at YMCA of the Rockies – Estes Park Center in the bakery in 1983, she moved through the organization, serving as HR director and Center director at YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch in Grand County, and eventually Vice President of Association Planning at the executive offices in Estes Park. Through each position, she collected the skills and experience that would position her to

compete against national candidates for the top job when it opened up in 2016.

“I was fortunate that our former President & CEO was very supportive of me as a professional and as a woman,” Julie said. “In the end, I was hired for the position because I was the right candidate for the job, and leadership and the board of directors realized that a woman could do the job that had traditionally been filled by men.”

Leading an organization like YMCA of the Rockies is extremely rewarding, said Julie, who splits her time between the Estes Park Center and Grand County where Snow Mountain Ranch is located.

The Story Of Pauline Bustamante By: Lars Sage

Pauline is a second generation native of Colorado, born and raised in Denver. Having spent many childhood years in Estes with her grandparents and family, she moved to Estes Park after retiring in 1997, from teaching and being a principal in Jefferson County Schools.

In 1998, Pauline was hired for a temporary job at the Art Center of Estes Park, which grew into several years as the Director. As the Director, Pauline worked to broaden the Art Center’s footprint in Estes, establishing the annual Art Market; initiating the Mentor show and program; networking with the fairgrounds for fall fundraiser dances in the barn, and networking

with many organizations to promote the arts. Later, she became a Board Member and President at the Art Center.

Pauline is an awarding fiber artist, and active member of Estes Weavers and Quilt Guilds, serving as President of the Quilt Guild. Fulfilling one of the Guild’s dreams, in 2012, Pauline organized with others to established “FACE of Fiber in the Rockies.” This show grew from a local show of Estes Park fiber artists to a national fiber show, now networking with Wool Market and Art Center of Estes Park for an annual FACE exhibit. Pauline continues to be a member of the Art Center Board and an active fiber artist.

Readers Have Chosen The Next “One Book One Valley” Since its beginning almost a decade ago, One Book One Valley has been a celebration of community and literacy.

It’s a chance for all of us to come together in the reading of a single book.

It's for conversation and learning with fellow readers - and to make new friends along the way.

With the myriad challenges our valley has faced in recent months, this opportunity to connect is more important than ever. We invite you to join us in reading “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” by Kim Michele Richardson, chosen by Estes Valley readers as the next One Book One Valley.

Kirkus Reviews calls it, “A unique story about Appalachia and the healing power of the written word.” Inspired by the true blue-skinned people of Kentucky and the brave and dedicated Kentucky Pack Horse library service of the 1930s, “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” is a story of raw courage, fierce strength, and one person’s belief that books can carry us anywhere—even back home.

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines troublesome as ‘difficult, burdensome.’

And although using those words to describe the last part of October might be an understatement for Estes Valley residents, it’s worth noting “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” was selected as a finalist much earlier this year, well before the 2020 wildfires got their names. We do hope the spirit of One Book One Valley will prevail, and we can reclaim the word “Troublesome” for something positive and en-

couraging.

The library encourages readers to check out the winning book, available in regular print and large print editions, an audiobook edition on CD, as well as eBook and eAudio formats. All accessible with your library card.

Curbside appointments are also available for convenient pick-up. Or you can visit or call Macdonald Book Shop to purchase a personal copy.

Macdonald Book Shop has been a longtime supporter of One Book One Valley, and we're grateful for their partnership.

Programs begin this January. Although Kim Michele Richardson is unable to join us, she’s in communication via Facebook and writes, “Thank you, Estes Valley, I’m so honored and appreciative!” And we thank her for a book to help us unite as a community; to find time to read during our busy days; to have conversations that span generations and cultures; and to reconnect with your hometown library.

In my role here, I am privileged to work closely with our signature-series literary programs like One Book One Valley. I also coordinate monthly book discussions, sometimes with local partners like Salud Family Health and Estes Valley Crisis Advocates. And if you’re looking to connect with a local book club—or are already part of one—contact me about library resources available. We’ve opened our virtual “Zoom Rooms” for several clubs this year. Amid the challenges of 2020, book discussion continues to thrive in the Estes Valley.

Library “Zoom Rooms” Are Available For Holiday Gatherings Is your family social-distancing this holiday season? With many of us staying closer to home, fewer will be traveling to see loved ones and friends in person this year. And yet there are safe and creative ways for people to connect remotely across the miles.

As a unique service for this holiday season, the Estes Valley Library is helping to bring locals together with their family members or special friends—whether it’s with someone across town or across the continent.

Registrations are available to book the library’s Zoom virtual meeting room platform for a holiday gathering.

Keep the spirit of the season in the air by hosting a remote Thanksgiving dinner, or your own family book club, or a read-along session with the grandkids.

This opportunity is especially for those who may not have a paid Zoom account of their own, or who would

benefit from a little technical assistance from the library staff. To request a Zoom Room booking, simply visit the Zoom Meeting Space Request link at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Bookings should be made at least 72 hours in advance, and confirmation is based on staff availability to launch the meeting at the designated time. A gathering can be requested outside normal library hours—including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

(Once a “Zoom Room” gathering is up and running, the staff member will sign off, turning the online hosting function over to the library patron.)

If you have questions about this service, call the library during open hours at (970) 586-8116, or anytime at answers@estesvalleylibrary.org.

The library wishes everyone a happy, and very importantly—a safe, holiday season.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library HOLIDAY WEEK HOURS Closed Nov. 26 and 27 for Thanksgiving The library building will be closed all day on Thursday, November 26 and on Friday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Open hours will resume on Saturday, November 28 at 10 a.m.

Current Open Hours: Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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

Library collections are open for browsing and check-out. Multiple computers are available, with printing, scanning and photocopying. The second floor and all meeting and study rooms are closed for now. Outdoor 24/7 Wi-Fi with charging outlets. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org Curbside Service by Appointment Place holds in the catalog, then watch for an email notice, and schedule a convenient pick-up time. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

DIGITAL COLLECTIONS: BONUS BORROWS Library digital collections, including books, movies, audio, comic books and TV shows, can be dowloaded to your phone, tablet or laptop from anywhere 24/7 with your library card. In November, the library’s “hoopla” service offers “bonus borrows” that do not count against the normal limits. Full instructions at estesvalleylibrary.org. Email the library at answers@ estesvalleylibrary.org with any questions.

ONE BOOK ONE VALLEY “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” The 2021 One Book One Valley title is “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” by Kim Michele Richardson, as chosen by the readers of the Estes Valley. Visit the library to check out a copy. Curbside pick-up appointments also available. Other formats include large print, audiobook, and digital eBook. A month of programs and discussions are planned for January. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org for more details.

GRAB & GO KITS

Holiday Elk Cork Magnet Kit Grab and Go Kits make it easy to try out a craft project at home, with all the supplies needed. Current kits for adults include a package to create your

own Elk Cork Magnet. While supplies last, reserve your kit by visiting estesvalleylibrary.org/collections/kits.

KIDS & FAMILY Preschool and Baby Storytimes Online New each week on YouTube.

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

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

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

Free Legal Self-Help Clinic

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 1 - 2 p.m., by phone appointment.

One-on-one legal advice. For library cardholders who do not have a personal attorney. Appointments are necessary, and can be scheduled by calling 970-586-8116. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org/legalclinic.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Book Discussion: “Nothing to See Here” Monday, November 30, 7 - 8:30 p.m.,

on Zoom.

Kevin Wilson’s bestselling novel has been called “an incredibly moving and surprisingly authentic portrait of parenthood.” Register at estesvalleylibrary.org and pick up a complimentary copy of the book.

Book Discussion: “The Diamond in Your Pocket” Begins Saturday, December 12, 10:30

– noon, on Zoom.

Author Gangaji explores the neverending human search for fulfillment, suggesting that it already exists if we stop long enough to experience it. Join this three-part discussion facilitated by MeeMee Lahman, Behavior Health Clinician for Salud Family Health.

Discussion continues on January 9 and February 6. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org and pick up a complimentary copy of the book.

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Cliffhanger Used Books, operated by the Library Friends & Foundation, is open Mondays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. (closed on Tuesdays). The store is located at 191 W. Riverside Drive. Featuring thousands of books, movies, and audio at bargain prices.

The military section is on sale through November 30.

Colorado Gives Day 2020 Donations to the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation support local literacy and learning. Tuesday, December 8 is Colorado Gives Day. Donations can be pre-scheduled now by visiting ColoradoGives.org.

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Rotarians Sponsor Successful Summer Camp In Albania By: Rita DuChateau

Although 5,881 miles separate them, the Nehemiah Gateway School in Pogradec, Albania and the Rotary Club of Estes Park, Colorado are drawn closer together by a shared desire to improve the lives of children.

The club has sponsored the Amaro Tan Summer Camp for low income, at-risk Roma, Balkan Egyptian and Albanian children for three years. This year's camp was held in August and hosted 30 children, ages 4-16, who were divided into age groups. Along with healthy outdoor activities, the children enjoyed breakfast and lunch during the threeweek session.

The camp altered its format due to COVID restrictions, “while staying true to the spirit of the camp,” an article in Nehemiah Gateway’s newsletter states.

Nehemiah Gateway is an international organization, substantially based in Albania, whose mission is “helping and empowering people to sustainably shape and determine their lives in dignity and independence.” The U.S. office is located in Estes Park.

“The Rotary Club of Estes Park and Nehemiah Gateway USA have forged a partnership that has positively impacted many at-risk Roma children in Albania,” said Michelle Mann, Nehemiah Gateway USA Executive Director and member of the Rotary Club

sis. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”

The club has earmarked $1,750 for Nehemiah Gateway’s 2021 Buçimas Summer Day Camp for children with special needs in Albania. Rotary District 5440 added $3,500.

Ron Gordon, the club’s International Service Committee Director, and Jack Boatman, Foundation Grants Director, have worked with Nehemiah Gateway in funding the 2018, 2019 and 2020 summer camps. Rotary District 5440 matching grants also helped sponsor the camps.

Gordon and Boatman also worked with Nehemiah Gateway to apply for a $35,000 Rotary International Global Grant, which was awarded earlier this year. The grant will help Nehemiah Gateway train staff and equip a new Children's Learning Center in Pogradec, Albania. The center will welcome children with special needs for therapy services delivered by

nurses and specialists. The global grant is a cooperative effort between the Rotary Club of Estes Park, The Rotary Club of Estes Park Foundation, Rotary District 5440, Rotary International and the Rotary Club of Pogradec, Albania.

The Rotary Club of Estes Park, founded in 1926, supports local high school students with its scholarship program, provides grants to local nonprofits, sponsors a Shred-a-Thon for the community, and partners with area charities in the annual Estes Park Rotary Duck Race. In addition, the club of Estes Park. “I am so proud of this raises funds for regional projects and club and of its dedication and desire to international initiatives. The club’s bring dignity, learning and fun into motto is “Service Above Self.” these children’s lives on an ongoing ba-

KREV-LP Tower Move It’s been a long and winding journey, but KREV-LP Is now broadcasting from a temporary location on West Elkhorn Avenue. The station has been granted a Special Temporary Authorization until the tower can be moved to a permanent location. However, the signal strength is limited due to the topography at the temporary site.

An agreement with Mountain Imports will locate the tower and transmitter at 881 Dunraven Street, just a few blocks from the prior location.

Once all of the required approvals are granted, the station will again be off the air for a few days while the equipment is moved and reconnected.

The prior location of the tower and transmitter was purchased last September by the Town of Estes Park for the new broadband project. Although the town had extended the lease until November 29, 2019, a new location that had been negotiated fell through at the last minute, leaving the station with limited alternatives that were appropriately zoned and with acceptable physical space for the equipment. Several locations were explored, but physical or zoning restrictions narrowed the potential candidates.

Adding to the complexity of this move is the requirement for FCC approval. This process involves extensive engineering as well as limitations on the location and height of the tower.

Even the current pandemic caused a significant delay. An agreement to locate the tower on the school campus was postponed while the school district learned to provide distance learning, feed children, graduate seniors, and plan for an unpredictable fall semester. However, future cooperation between the station and the school could give journalism students at Estes Park High School an opportunity to produce some local programming for the Estes Valley while learning about radio.

Facing a number of deadlines, KREVLP spent several weeks unsuccessfully pursuing other locations, including leasing space on existing towers on Prospect Mountain. According to Cay Lacey, Board Chair, the location on Dunraven Street is very near the previous site and should result in rapid approval from the FCC when all of the construction documents are finalized.

KREV-LP has resumed its usual announcement and program schedule.

“We look forward to being back on the air as soon as possible after the move to the permanent location is completed. Most of all, we certainly appre-

ciate the patience of our listeners and underwriters during the process,” Lacey said, adding that all commitments for on-air underwriter recognition will be fulfilled.

KREV-LP serves the Estes Valley with a varied mix of music, public service programming, and local announcements. To support Community Radio for the Estes Valley, visit the website at www.krevlpfm.org for more information on how to become an underwriter or contributor to help with the costs of relocating the tower. Click on the “Become an Underwriter” tab to fill out the on-line form, and someone will contact you to complete the process.

Current Programming Schedule: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-10 a.m. Morning Music 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Easy Listening 1 p.m. -3 p.m. Afternoon Classical 3 p.m. -5 p.m. Upbeat Monday: 1950-1963 Tuesday: 1964-1975 Wednesday: 1976-1983 Thursday: 1984-1999 Friday: 2000-Current 5 p.m. -7 p.m. Dinner Music 7 p.m. -9 p.m. Grass Fed (Eclectic Rock Bands) 9 p.m. -11 p.m. Jazz 11 p.m. -6 a.m. Night Music Saturday 6 a.m.-11a.m. Saturday Morning Chores 11a.m.-Noon British Rock Noon-2 p.m. Old Time Radio 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Estes Park Spanish Radio 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Dinner Music 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Grass Fed (Eclectic Rock Bands) 9 p.m.-11 p.m. Jazz 11 p.m.-6 a.m. Night Music Sunday 6 a.m.-8 a.m. Praise 8 a.m.-9 a.m. Sunday Morning Hymns 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Gospel 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Sunday Morning Hymns 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Instrumental Music 1 p.m. -2 p.m. German Music 2 p.m. -5 p.m. Afternoon Classical 5 p.m. -7 p.m. Dinner Music 7 p.m. -9 p.m. Jazz 9 p.m. -11 p.m. Evening Classical 11 p.m. -6 a.m. Night Music

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Joseph Pitsch Joseph Thomas Pitsch passed away November 2, 2020, he will be greatly missed by many. Joe was born in Appleton, Wisconsin on May 14, 1959 to Corrine and Norman Pitsch. He had an older sister Lynn, a brother Mike and a little sister Julie. The Pitsch family was raised in Appleton, WI with wonderful neighbors such as the Baum family. They also enjoyed time in Mountain, WI with family.

The racetrack circuit eventually drew Joe and his ex-wife (Cheri) to the road. He would share many stories about different racetracks and even had the opportunity to walk a track with Paul Newman. He was the mechanic for the cars and drove them across country.

Joe then moved to Estes Park, CO in 1985 after his brother Mike moved there a few years earlier. He immediately started putting his knowledge of construction to work, working for different contractors in the area. He quickly became an accomplished trimmer and then finally starting his own construction company, Finishing Touch Construction and Design.

During the Finishing Touch era Joe developed many professional and personal relationships that helped mold his 35 years he spent in the quiet

mountain town. You could drive around the small town with Joe and it felt like he had built or modified every house in town. He was very proud of his work and rightfully so.

December 25, 2001 became a very important day for Joe, his son Noah Pitsch was born. He raced to finish the house he designed and built for Carrie, her sons and Noah before was born.

The stories he had of Noah as a baby were priceless. He was a very proud father and enjoyed watching his son grow up and become the outstanding hardworking adult that he is today.

Joe was involved in bowling leagues, enjoyed hunting, cooking, and riding his motorcycle. He always had a huge love for camping and dogs. Spicy foods seemed to be Joe’s favorite. You could watch him eat hot peppers without breaking a sweat.

Joe was proceeded in death by his mother Corrine Pitsch and sister Lynn Pautz. He is survived by his father Norman Pitsch, brother Michael Pitsch, sister Julie VanEffen, son Noah Pitsch, life partner Gigi Wadley, two dogs Sporty and Booboo and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of life is still being planned and will be announced later.

Invitation To Virtual Thanksgiving Service Presbyterian Community Church invites you to a Thanksgiving service via Zoom at 9:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning. All are welcome. You can access the service here: zoom.us/j/86165181814, password 80517.

We just went through one of the most contentious presidential elections of recent history, the evacuations due to the wildfires, the loss of life, property, wildlife, and the damage done to our beloved Rocky Mountain National Park.

All that plus the rapid spread and threat of COVID that is among us.

Who knows what our Thanksgiving holiday will look like but, as with every day, we will give pause to thank our God for everything we have and all that surrounds us.

We are the receivers of remarkable blessings and gifts, and we are grateful for the mercy and kindness of our God. And it is in giving thanks that we see clearly the incredible power of our roles as a community, those with a “common unity,” who have received so much. Our community and the world are in need of our kindness, goodness, and mercy. We have a great opportunity and with that comes great responsibility – the responsibility to be there for each other, for the stranger in our community, the neighbor we don’t actually know, the one when we see and we just give a casual wave.

This Thanksgiving, let us come together as a family, share as a family, and celebrate the many gifts we have been given.

Steven C. Vogt Steven C. Vogt, respected father and friend, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 11, 2020. Steve was born on January 28th, 1958 to Avis “Eileen” and Earl C. Vogt in Fort Wayne, Indiana. After high school he moved to New Orleans and worked offshore on oil rigs until moving to Estes Park, CO in 1987.

This is where Steve and his former spouse and lifelong friend Anne Vogt raised two loved children together. After moving to Estes Park Steve created, built, owned and operated Range View Security, Inc. He loved riding his Harley, "puttering" in his shed and yard, and he was always lending a helping hand to everyone around him.

Steve is survived by his son Chris Vogt and his spouse, Natali Georgieva, his daughter Chelsea and her spouse,

Johnathan Euell; his other half Carrie Belt, her children Tryler (Anna) Belt, Jake Belt and Noah Pitsch; his brother Robert A. Vogt and spouse Cidalis (Tina), his nieces and nephews include Paige (Jacob Besze), Alana (Milton Johnson III), and Nathan Vogt; and his six adored grandchildren Layla and Johnathan Euell, Abigail, Lilly, Finnley and Wyatt Belt.

Steve made a huge impact all our lives, his friends, family and community. We love you Steve and we will miss you so much. He would want us to “enjoy the ride.”

We can only expect the same for him.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a future date.

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Funding Available For Projects Addressing Forest Health, Wildfire Risk Wildfires are both natural and inevitable – including in wildland-urban interface settings where millions of Coloradans live. These fires can be particularly destructive in areas where forests are unhealthy, unmanaged and unnaturally dense.

For those interested in taking action, but who have lacked the means, funding is now available to help address this risk.

The Colorado State Forest Service announced today that it is accepting proposals from Colorado HOAs, community groups, local governments, fire protection districts, utilities and nonprofit organizations seeking funding to improve forest health, conduct forest restoration and reduce wildfire risk on non-federal land in the state. Approximately $700,000 in total funding is available, and grant awards are available up to $250,000.

The Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant Program helps fund projects that strategically reduce the potential wildfire risk to property, infrastructure and water supplies and that promote forest health through scientifically based forestry practices. The competitive grant program is designed to reduce risk to people and property in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) and support long-term ecological restoration. Applications must not only promote forest health and address the reduction of hazardous fuels that could fuel a wildfire – such as trees and brush near homes – but also utilize wood products derived from forest management efforts.

The state can fund up to 50 or 75 percent of the cost of each awarded project; grant recipients are required to match at least 25 or 50 percent of the total project cost through cash or inkind contributions depending on whether the project location falls within an area of “fewer economic resources.” Projects can be located on private, state, county or municipal forestlands. Program funds also are allowable to fund the purchase of equipment that directly supports and expands on-the-ground opportunities to reduce hazardous fuels. Program funds may be used for forest restoration, but

are not part of post-fire rehabilitation activities.

Applicants must coordinate proposed projects with relevant county officials to ensure consistency with county-level wildfire risk reduction planning. Follow-up monitoring also is a necessary component of this grant program to help demonstrate the relative efficacy of various treatments and the utility of grant resources. The CSFS will work with successful project applicants to conduct project monitoring and conduct site visits to assess effectiveness and completion of projects.

Additional emphasis will be given to projects that: are identified through a community-based collaborative process, such as a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP); are implemented strategically across land ownership boundaries; are conducted within a priority area identified in the 2020 Colorado Forest Action Plan; utilize the labor of an accredited Colorado Youth or Veterans Corps organization; and include forest treatments that result in the protection of water supplies.

Applications must be submitted electronically to local CSFS Field Offices by 5 p.m. MST on Dec. 11, 2020. A technical advisory panel convened by the CSFS will review project applications and make funding recommendations. The CSFS will then notify successful applicants next spring.

Applications and additional information about the Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant Program are available at CSFS Field Offices and online at csfs.colostate.edu/funding-assistance.

The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) provides professional forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. The CSFS is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University and provides staffing for the Division of Forestry within the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. For more information, visit csfs.colostate.edu.

EcoSense: Christmas In A Pandemic By: Judi Smith

Each year, as the holiday season arrives, we get busier than usual and ignore some things we manage to fit into our usual busy schedules. “But the landfill can was right there!” “Do they really recycle this anyway?” “I just didn’t have time.” This year, with the “Stay home whenever possible” instruction, we may have more (or less) time and different problems to face. However, as we have already seen with coronavirus and wildfires, things will only get worse if we ignore the greenhouse gas (GGH) of our actions.

Since gatherings will be smaller, under the scientists’ recommendations to limit interaction to immediate household, there is sure to be an abundance of large turkeys this year.

While hopefully, under the rule of supply and demand, this will result in excellent discounts, in many cases it will mean oodles of leftovers. With or without company, holidays make it attractive to stuff the refrigerator and leave it at that. This is one place that a proactive approach will save much needed money and avoid the methane caused by dumping the old leftovers into the landfill bucket – two weeks hence.

Pre-plan for more leftovers than you expect to have. After the meal, package the leftovers in meal-size portions, freezing or refrigerating them for future use. It is much easier to use pre-packaged leftovers than to face a platter of turkey – three days later.

While apple pie may be popular meal after meal, most leftovers lose their attraction after two days – even with a variety of presentations. Future menus taste better when spread out through January so no-one greets it with “Turkey – again?”

At our house, besides the customary family gathering for dinner (which will be virtual this year), we decorate for Christmas on Thanksgiving weekend. It will be a bit strange doing that alone this year. Our children

and grandchildren are, by now, prepared for the usual questions. Beyond “What are you thankful for?”, we ask “What do you want to learn?” and “Where did you volunteer this year?” to guide our Christmas shopping.

Even though we Coloradoans are encouraged to “stay at home,” local Estes Valley businesses still need our support. Our small, entrepreneurial shops have been hard hit by the pandemic.

Remember that the cost of freight, both economic and ecological, must be included when comparing shopping on line. Likewise, the cost of a shopping trip to the Front Range cities. And consider that tourist oriented gift items available in our local shops will, in many cases, be treasured by out-of-town friends and relatives.

Most stores today have a website, so when you do shop online, start with the websites of local shops.

Your exposure will be lower, your preparedness higher, here in Estes – where the newspapers (and the grapevine) keep us all apprised of outbreaks. If and when you go shopping, wear you mask (covering both nose and mouth), stay 6-10 feet from others, and start with window shopping to minimize time indoors. Estes has excellent customer service, so vital during holiday season. If you know what you want, calling the store will further refine your scope and minimize exposure.

Also consider gifts of ecological use.

Hopefully, Santa will remember rechargeable batteries for all the toys under the tree. Last year, my husband and I gave eco-kits as household gifts.

While you can buy such things ready made, we packaged (in a reusable shopping bag) terrycloth bar towels, men’s cloth handkerchiefs, silicone ziplocks, and other ecological saviors, each designed to quit investing hard earned cash in 20-second uses.

Then again, how about masks as a gift this Christmas in a pandemic?

Agree? Disagree? Comments?

RRRcyc@signsandwishes.com

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Silver Saddle Inn Executive Housekeeper Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn now hiring a full-time year-round Executive Housekeeper. Previous housekeeping supervisory experience required. Must be a non-smoker. Excellent wages + paid vacation. Email resume: cory@estesresort.com or mail: 1260 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517. No calls.

Rams Horn Village Resort is seeking a full time year round employee to work in our Reservations department and assist in multiple office projects to help coordinate outstanding customer experiences for our homeowners and guests at Estes Park's highest rated resort. Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who has outstanding customer service skills and is able to learn new software and systems quickly. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

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Veterinary Receptionist Need to add a receptionist to the staff in our busy veterinary practice and are seeking a FT receptionist with computer experience and ability to provide outstanding client service while working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Send resume and cover letter to: Animal Medical Center, 1260 Manford Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517 or email to pam@amcestes.com.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 Vacancy Announcement NUTRITION SERVICES STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or GED • At least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S. • Able to pass post-offer/pre-work physical demands and lift test • Able to lift 50 pounds routinely • Willing to work hard and multi-task • Team work and reliability a must • Confidential and trustworthy SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp.

Only online applications accepted. Salary range is $12.60 to $14.26 with single benefits.

Up to five years of similar work experience may be granted. Position is open until filled Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Aldrich Builders is seeking Interior Trimmer, Carpenter’s Apprentice, Framers please call 970-586-5796.

Painters full and part time positions available.

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Full details on open positions can be found at estes.org/jobs.

The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for: Journey Lineworker Close Date: Open until filled 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; by mail to PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or via Email to HR@Estes.org or via Fax to (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.

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After your application has been completed, please call our hiring manager Ann at 970.586.4447.

Part-time year-round Front Desk Attendant opening for the Recreation Center. Apply on-line at www.evrpd.com

Join Our Team!

PERSONAL BANKER Full time, year round position

Ideal candidates will have prior cash handling, customer service and banking experience.

Additional requirements include attention to detail, strong computer and problem solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team oriented environment.

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LEGAL NOTICE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NOTICE OF PROPOSED BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Estes Valley Fire Protection District for the ensuing year of 2021. A copy of the proposed budget will be open for public inspection in the office of the District, 901 N. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, Colorado. The proposed budget will be considered at a meeting of the Board of Directors to be held at the Dannels Fire Station, 901 N. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, Colorado, on November 25, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Any interested elector within the District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any written objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget.

First notice: October 23, 2019 Second notice: November 20, 2019 ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Erika Goetz, Recording Secretary

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