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February 6, 2015

It’s Snow Time!

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Estes Park received 4-6 inches of wet snow on Wednesday requiring travelers to use caution while driving on town and county roads. This Larimer County snowplow was seen driving near Marys Lake Lodge.

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State And Federal Agencies Tour Downtown To Understand Flood Mitigation Needs On Feb. 2, the Town of Estes Park welcomed officials from partner agencies at the county, state and federal levels to discuss flood mitigation needs in downtown Estes Park. During a presentation and walking tour Mayor Bill Pinkham,

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prove economic sustainability through reduced flood risk, and keep the most possible properties out of a new regulatory floodplain in order to reduce the economic impact of rising flood insurance costs to owners.

Town Administrator Frank Lancaster. While discussions with the agencies about distinct projects have been ongoing since the 2013 flood, this is the first time all agencies came together to take a holistic look at mitigation needs. “This dialogue will assist us in preparing effective competitive grant applications -- when they receive a grant application for a potential project downtown, they will have a better feel for how the project fits with other projects to cumulatively benefit downtown.”

Represented agencies included the Colorado Water Conservation Board, Colorado Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, Colorado Department of Local Affairs, FEMA, Governor Hickenlooper’s Office, Larimer County, and the U.S. Army Corp of EngiCourtesy photos neers.

Town Administrator Frank Lancaster, “We wanted to bring potential supporting Subscribe to receive Town news Community Development Director Ali- and funding agencies together to discuss and/or meeting agendas in your son Chilcott, Public Works Director current and needed planning efforts, tech- email inbox by visiting Greg Muhonen and Floodplain Mannical studies, and the imminent need for www.estes.org. More Town news is ager/Chief Building Official Will Birch- several downtown flood mitigation projavailable at www.estes.org/news, field explained the hydrologic effects of ects – to show them the big picture of how www.facebook.com/townofestesthe 2013 flood on downtown due to un- Estes Park needs to protect its economic parkco and dersized channels, bridges and culverts. core from future flood events,” explained www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

Amy Hamrick, owner of Kind Coffee, joined the group to explain the challenges she faced post-flood as she reconstructed her business during a threemonth closure.

Town leaders also underscored the importance of mitigating flood risk throughout downtown before FEMA remaps the floodplains in an estimated five years. With community support, several potential mitigation projects could be pursued, when funding becomes available, to increase river capacity by widening channels and upgrading bridges and culverts. These projects would aim to increase public safety, im-

Help Keep Your Neighbors And Customers Safe!

By law, property owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from public sidewalks and walkways adjacent to their homes and businesses by noon on snowy days. The Town clears all other public sidewalks, trails and the Riverwalk.

It is illegal to deposit snow removed from any sidewalk or driveway into the roadway. Doing so can create dangerous conditions for drivers and negates the clearing work done by our plow drivers.

Snow must be moved out of the walkway

to another location, and may be placed in Town flower beds or tree beds if any are located nearby.

For a list of licensed contractors who can help with snow removal, please contact the Town Clerk's office at 970-577-4777.

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Back In The News Yes, it looks like Cuba is back in the news. That should be no surprise because if we ignore the two countries contiguous — I love using beeg words — to us on our northern and southern borders we have Cuba as our closest neighbor. To Cubans we doubtless appear even closer to them. Given our size how could it be otherwise!!!

Maybe a brief history of Cuba would be appropriate at this point. When most Americans — English speaking North Americans — studied history in school Cuba probably was mentioned only in reference to the Spanish-American War of 1898. It has, of course, been around much longer. A chap named Columbus introduced the European world to Cubans, or tragically vice versa, as he and his successors wiped out the native population. It was replaced with a white European ruling class and a large African population of slaves.

When in the 19th century most areas of Latin America gained their independence from European nations, Cuba and Puerto Rico remained in Spanish hands.

Spanish being the language of the European conquerors — except, primarily, in Portuguese speaking Brazil — it still dominates among the populace. Have no fear if you are planning a trip south of Florida and Texas, however. Among the upper and educated classes the English language is readily used —se habla ingles.

After our Civil War many American businesses saw the Caribbean as an area for our markets. The war with Spain had little political importance but made for "good copy." At that time newspaper publishers William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer were battling each other for reader circulation. They stirred up a war hysteria with lurid stories many of which were concocted by the imaginations of their employees. Hearst hired the noted painter Frederick Remington to go to Cuba and draw pictures of the fighting. It is related that when he reached Cuba Remington telegraphed Hearst that everything was quiet and there was no fighting. Hearst replied, "You furnish the pictures, and I'll furnish the war."

Hearst and Pulitzer were good at deceiving readers. Here in Colorado miners in Leadville staged a demonstration against Spain. In Durango President McKinley was burned in effigy for trying to avoid war. In Ohio a Chamber of Commerce voted to boycott the Spanish onion. We did go to war, but not for the benefit of the Cuban people, who were denied any role in the Spanish surrender, be it to Teddy Roosevelt (which it wasn't) or anyone else.

Cuban troops were denied access to their then capital Santiago. Sugar, lumber, mining and railroad operations were turned over to U.S. companies. Our army was to occupy Cuba until Cubans

adopted a constitution which gave us the right to intervene in Cuban affairs and control their government.

Finally, the U.S. was given naval and coaling stations. How to win friends and influence people!!!

Not until 1934 did Cubans gain complete control in their own house. Until then the United States intervened four times in the century in Cuban affairs. We kept a naval base at Guantanamo, and dominated the country's economy. Utilities and oil refineries were placed under U.S. control. During the 1930s Cuba went through six presidents, but real power was in the hands of Fulgencio Batista who in 1940 became constitutionally what he had been in actuality for seven years - Cuba's ruler.

Batista was to reign for 18 years in typical Latin American dictator fashion, suppressing any opposition and maintaining on the surface the kind of stability desired by the U.S. government for our security and by American businesses for profits. Then in 1956 appeared Fidel Castro, who had been imprisoned in 1953 by Batista, fled to Mexico upon his release, and "rallied the troops." His return to Cuba was greeted with great popular support which forced, or at least inclined, Batista to flee the country. Since 1959 Cuba has been led by a Castro.

In 1977 Yours Truly, having earlier done research on schools in parts of South America, was invited to participate in a tour of Cuban educational institutions.

Relations between our two countries were at that time very cordial, so I arranged to be accompanied by my entire family and the four of us — parents and teen-age daughter and son — headed south with a number of fellow educators.

Looking back I think our children were the highlight for the Cuban schoolchildren. To me schools everywhere are traditional institutions charged with preserving and transmitting knowledge and values the adult community (or at least its leaders) wants preserved. Cuba was no different.

At this point all we can know is "what we read in the papers." Will our policy toward Cuba be shaped by a desire to expand contact, trade, and political representatives? Is that also Cuba's intent, or at least as regards trade and commerce? On our part will it be shaped by an unstated desire to replace government by one family with what we consider free and open elections? Should our government be listening to Cuban exiles living here since the Castros came to power, or regard these people as our kind of Americans and thus no longer having a "Cuban" voice? And what at this point does Raul Castro really want from us — now that the attention of his Russian friends has been drawn elsewhere?

Community Thrift Shop Needs Volunteers The Community Thrift Shop of Estes Monday through Saturday, stop in or Park is in need of volunteers. If you can give us a call. The Community Thrift volunteer a few hours any weekday Shop is located at 429 West Elkhorn Ave., phone 586-2844.

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Public Input To Shape Town’s Plans For Scott Ponds Natural Area Nearly 50 residents attended the Town of Estes Park’s Jan. 26 meeting to discuss the future of the Scott Ponds natural area. Dozens more provided comments before and after the meeting.

Public input will shape revisions to the Fish Creek Resiliency Plan, which includes a recommendation for the future of the Scott Ponds area as part of the Fish Creek watershed. These concerns range from the need to mitigate the risk of flooding downstream, to the need to maintain larger ponds with open water for aesthetics, fishing, other recreational activities, property values and wildlife habitat. Public Works Director Greg Muhonen noted, “We’d like to see a win-win situation for everyone involved.” The Resiliency Plan and Town design will seek to find a compromise that is safe, affordable and meets recreational, aesthetic and habitat needs.

The revised Fish Creek Resiliency Plan is tentatively scheduled to be presented at a March Town Board meeting, and will include opportunities for the public to review the new draft and comment in advance. The Town Board may choose to provide a letter of support for the finalized plan to support grant applications, although what is presented in the plan is a conceptual recommendation only and may be further changed during the course of the Town’s design process with further pub-

lic outreach. Cost is a major factor in the final decision, as replacing the dams to State of Colorado specifications would cost approximately $2 million plus annual maintenance. A compromise may include creating excavated ponds versus those created by large dams in order to reduce risk. No design decisions have yet been made.

The Town of Estes Park expects to begin a design process for the Scott Ponds natural area during the late spring of 2015, with further public outreach taking place over the summer. Tentatively, a design could be finalized by fall with construction to begin before the end of 2015 and completed in spring of 2016.

Once completed, the Fish Creek Resiliency Plan will provide recommendations for projects that may be undertaken when funding is available. If funding becomes available, for each project there will be another opportunity for public participation during the design process. For more information on the draft plan, please visit www.s.com/master-plan. Subscribe to receive Town news and/or meeting agendas in your email inbox by visiting www.estes.org. More Town news is available at www.estes.org/news, www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

Voters Pass Advanced Telecommunications Initiative Of the 3,972 ballots mailed by the Town of Estes Park for the Feb. 3 Special Election, preliminary results indicate approximately 45 percent were cast by voters before the polls closed Tuesday night. The election asked voters if the Town should be allowed to make its fiber optics network available for advanced telecommunications in the Estes Valley. Unofficial results show the initiative passed with approximately 92 percent voter approval, which will allow the Town to make its fiber optic network available for high speed internet for the community.

Of the voters' choice to approve the initiative, Town Administrator Frank Lancaster said, "The Town of Estes Park is happy with the results of this election.

Broadband service is critical for any community moving into the future, and technological challenges are greater for a smaller community like Estes Park."

Lancaster continued, "This will allow us to look at a number of alternatives that

can improve the service to residents, guests and businesses as well as allow the Town to partner with our local internet providers to help them be more successful and to provide a higher level of service to their customers."

The Estes Park Economic Development Corporation's Competitive Broadband Committee requested the ballot initiative and will conduct a series of meetings in the days following the election for local residents and businesses to provide feedback on current broadband service and how improvements will benefit both organizations and local residents. NEO Fiber, the Estes Area Broadband Strategy consultant will host the meetings. NEO Fiber's work is being funded by a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

Unofficial election results are available at www.estes.org/elections. Results become official within seven days of the election.

Town Supports Falcon Ridge Attainable Housing Project The Estes Park Town Board will support the Falcon Ridge attainable housing project by funding $369,000 in water tap fees for the Estes Park Housing Authority. One of the Town's goals as defined in the 2015 Strategic Plan is to serve as a catalyst to develop available housing solutions for all segments of the community. The Town will pay the Falcon Ridge water tap fees in order to support this important attainable housing project,and to reduce the overall project cost in order to reduce the cost of housing for future tenants.

The Town intends to redirect a portion of the proceeds from the 2014 sale of Lot 4 of the Stanley Historic District to help fund the tap fees.

Learn more about the Town's Strategic Plan at www.estes.org/strategicplan.

Learn more about the Estes Park Housing Authority and the Falcon Ridge Apartments project at www.esteshousing.org.

Town Continues Discussions On Short-Term Vacation Rentals In The Estes Valley This week Town staff presented a white paper on short-term vacation rentals in the Estes Valley to the Town Board. The paper provides a summary of vacation rentals in the Estes Valley (both inside and outside the Town of Estes Park limits), a primer on current regulations and finally, a menu of policy and procedural options that aim to effectively regulate the vacation home market while also preserving neighborhood character. The challenge of managing short-term rentals is something most resort communities face today.The concepts and recommendations presented in the white paper will be further reviewed, developed and discussed with the public in the future.

Read the White Paper on Short-Term Vacation Rentals at www.estes.org/news.

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Numerous Ways To Have Fun And Give Back To Community The Town of Estes Park’s Community Services Department (CSD) welcomes individuals to assist with an array of on-going volunteer roles or occasional activities. The CSD Divisions that utilize volunteers include Special Events, the Museum, Senior Services and Visitor Services.

Have you considered volunteering for the Town? Some volunteer opportunities are fast-paced such as a Visitor Center Ambassador where you help answer questions asked about the Estes Park area. Perhaps you have experience teaching or interpreting information for others. If so, there are many options. The Historic Fall River Hydroplant, run by the Museum in the summer months, is in need of docents to share the history of the local landmark and the Senior Center is always interested in utilizing the skills and talents of citizens as instructors. Maybe your schedule allows for you to assist at an event or two. In this case, the Special Events team utilizes volunteers

Volunteers are central to Community Services Department’s operations.

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at successful events such as the Winter Fes- Managers listed here: tival, Elk Fest, Rooftop Rodeo and the Fall • Special Events – Lexy Jacobson Back Beer Festival. at 970-577-3902 Each Division provides training and • Museum – Alicia Mittelman recognition for their volunteers. Contributat 970-577-3762 ing your time, talent and energy is one of the best ways to give back to the community. The CSD team invites you to find a volunteer opportunity that suits your interests. Visit www.estes.org to find a volunteer registration form in the division that interests you or contact one of the volunteer

• Senior Services – Lori Mitchell at 970-577-3765 • Visitor Services – Teri Salerno at 970-577-3940.

Telephone Scam Reminder Resident reports tell us this telephone scam is occurring frequently again. Callers identify themselves as employees of the I.R.S. or U.S. Treasury and attempt to solicit funds by accusing the citizens of being delinquent on paying taxes.

The following voicemail message was reported in a similar case: "Hi this message is intended to contact you. My name is Steve Martin and I'm calling regarding an enforcement actions executed by US Treasury and tell(?) your serious attention. Ignoring this will be an additional second attempt to avoid initial appearance before a magistrate judge or a grand jury for the federal criminal offense.

My number is 215-734-0224. I repeat 215734-0224. I'd like you to cooperate with others and help us to help you. Thank you."

(These scams come from many different phone numbers.)

Never provide personal or financial information to an unknown, unverified solicitor.

If you receive a call from an unverified solicitor as mentioned above, do not call the number back. A crime has only been committed if you have provided your personal or financial information in such a way that results in a financial loss. If you live in Estes Park and believe that you have been a victim of this fraud, please report the information to the Estes Park Police Department at 970586-4000. If you do not live in Estes Park town limits and believe that you have been a victim of this fraud, please contact your local law enforcement.

Learn more about potential scams and how you can avoid becoming a victim at www.stopfraudcolorado.gov.

Transform Grief and Loss into Hope and Recovery If you, or someone you care about, have suffered a major loss in life, whether from the death of a loved one, a divorce, career change, or personal loss of some sort, join us in Denver for a special two-day Loving Spirit Workshop to learn proven techniques to help you recover. Fifty participants will work directly with author Dayle E. Spencer at this exclusive event on March 7-8, 2015.

Reserve your space today!

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Estes Park Celebrates Winter And Whiskey During Second Annual Whiskey Warm Up In February, the quintessential mountain village of Estes Park will celebrate winter with a whiskey tasting event and family festival over Whiskey Warm Up Weekend.

The event will be held on February 7-8 and will feature a mix of familyfriendly and adult-oriented activities including Saturday’s Whiskey Warm Up with nearby kid-friendly fun on Saturday and Sunday.

The weekend will celebrate whiskey throughout town with tastings, pairings and special whiskey-themed menu items at restaurants and pubs around Estes Park Friday through Sunday. On Saturday, February 7, the Whiskey Warm Up tasting festival will take place downtown in the heart of the village. Attendees will enjoy live music, unlimited tastings from Colorado distilleries and short educational whiskey seminars. Tickets for the Whiskey Warm Up are $45 each or $80 per pair and are available online at VisitEstespark.com/Events.

For families, there will be a children’s activity area on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. next

to the downtown ice rink. Pony rides, face painting, sweet treats and more will be available to keep the younger guests warm. Entry to the family area is $5 per child and includes all of the activities. Adult entry is free and Whiskey WarmUp tickets include entry for up to four children to the family area.

Guests are invited to join in the Rocky Mountain National Park Centennial Celebration by spending time enjoying winter activities in the national park.

Groups can hike or snowshoe, take in the views and watch the wildlife.

Snowshoe, ski and sledding gear is available for rent in the village and local guides assist guests in learning a new activity or help athletes hone their skills. Winter is a beautiful time to explore the wilderness of Rocky Mountain National Park.

For more details about winter activities, events and special offers, go to VisitEstesPark.com or contact the Estes Park Visitor Center at 970-577-9900.

Estes Valley Land Trust Board Attends All Day Workshop Back row: Peter Sinnott, Ken Martin, Harriette Woodard, Marsha Yelick, Craig Axtell, Leo Weber. Front row: Alice Reuman, Curt Gleaves, Jim Broomfield, John Nolan, Art French, Charlie Johnson. Photo by Charlie Johnson.

The Board of Estes Valley Land Trust held their annual all-day strategic planning workshop on January 24. They discussed the challenges and opportunities of the coming year as they work to preserve the beauty of this special place.

Through its conservation easement program, EVLT protects nearly 10,000 acres of scenic mountain views and wildlife habitats, benefitting the Estes Valley and surrounding area by ensuring a beautiful place to live, work and vacation.

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Estes Valley Economics Strategy Kicks Off Strategy will conclude with a system for monitoring progress and a series of trainEstes Park EDC ing workshops to prepare area leaders for One of the goals of disaster recovery is implementing the plan. to come back stronger. This month, the In January, after a national search, Estes Estes Park Economic Development Cor- Park EDC and the Town finalized a conporation in partnership with the Town of tract for economic strategic planning and Estes Park will kick off a planning capacity building. Avalanche Consulting, process aimed at improving the Estes a national economic development conValley region’s economic diversity and sultancy based in Austin, Texas, will falong-term resiliency. cilitate the planning process. Avalanche’s The Economic Strategy, the first for the team has provided strategic planning Estes Valley region, will begin with an in- services to more than 200 communities depth evaluation of the region’s economic across the US and abroad. The firm was performance and demographics. The selected through a competitive bidding evaluation will also involve an extensive process. public input process, including a survey Amy Holloway, Avalanche’s President, that will invite all Estes Valley residents assured me that “we are absolutely to share their vision for the region’s futhrilled about the opportunity to assist ture. The survey will launch on February the beautiful Estes Valley region. We 18th. To obtain direct input, three public have closely followed the community’s meetings will be announced for February progress in post-flood recovery, and feel 18 to February 20. honored to be part of Estes Valley’s efThe Strategy will be drafted following forts to develop a more resilient and susthe research phase. It will include profiles tainable community.” Amy and her of target audiences for economic develteam have done work in Colorado. opment and an action plan for improving Avalanche’s work for the Estes Park rethe area’s business climate, quality of life, gion is being funded by a grant from the infrastructure, talent pool, and marketEconomic Development Administration, ing activities to better position Estes Val- an agency of the U.S Department of ley for year-round economic activity. The Commerce.

By: Jon Nicholas

Estes Valley Fire Protection District Calls The Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) Chief Officers and Safety Officers generally respond in their personal vehicles (POV). Fire fighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles; as this allows for faster response by officers and medical personnel to assess the emergency and provide medical care.

January 25 At 5:02 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 1260 Big Thompson Avenue for a CO alarm malfunction.

At 8:55 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to the area of Olympus Mountain for a smoke investigation. The smoke was from a prescribed pile burn on Forest Service land.

At 7:43 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 26 At 5:52 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1011 Riverside drive for a dumpster fire.

January 28 At 2:57 p.m. the EVFPD was paged for a medical helicopter standby.

January 29 At 7:46 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 30 At 10:33 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to the area of Big Thompson Avenue and Steamer Drive for an electrical box on fire. Nothing was found.

At 7:57 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 1500 Fish Hatchery Road for an odor investigation.

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ARD Meeting Friday, February 13 To Feature Talk About Community Center

The Association for Responsible Development’s February meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m., on February 13th, at the Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue, in Room 202.

Guest speaker at the meeting will be Skyler Rorabaugh, Director of the EVRPD. Skyler’s program will be “The Community Center Project; Status and Funding.”

Skyler will provide us with an update on the status of the Community Center Project, including funding and proposed timelines. He will also cover some of the other many projects of the EVRPD for 2015, including plans for a community garden and status of repairs for the nine and eighteen-hole golf courses and outdoor shooting range. This will be a good opportunity for the public to learn about the projects being planned for 2015 and

beyond.

All are welcomed to attend.

ARD will conduct its business meeting for members at 8:30 a.m. in the same room.

The mission of the Association for Responsible Development, a 501c4 organization, is to preserve the unique mountain character and scenic beauty of the Estes Valley by promoting appropriate and responsible development. All members of the community are invited to become members and participate in its discussions. Dues for membership are $20 per year, and may be mailed to: ARD, P.O. Box 3882, Estes Park, CO 80517, or by delivering to the Treasurer at the business meeting.

For further information contact: Tom at 586-9257 or secretary@ardestes.org

Estes Park Genealogy Society Meeting The next monthly gathering of the Estes Park Genealogy Society will be Thursday, February 12th, 4 p.m., in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library. You need not be a member to attend. Bring your questions, your “brick walls” and let’s use the combined experience of group regulars to see if we can come up with answers and helpful next steps for you to pursue. Genealogy is a habitforming and fun adventure of discovering your own family history.

And a reminder: there are a few spaces left in the February 25th two hour instruction class for ancestry.com. The class is from 3-5 p.m. in the computer lab area of the library. You need to register through the library website. There is no charge. Sponsorship is from the EP Genealogy Society and the Estes Valley Public Library. The library subscribes to ancestry.com is it is available for everyone on their computer or yours during open hours.

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U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer To Address Terrorism At Next Aviation Internationale Meeting Estes Park resident, Richard "Dick" Life, before Congress, and delivered thousands of presentations to audiences inCaptain, U.S. Navy (Ret), was an overt cluding some 60 universities, the FBI, human intelligence collector and allsource analyst during his 29CIA, and DIA, U.S. Congresyear career, and today is a recsional delegations, on TV and ognized specialist on foreign radio talk shows, and in a affairs, and national security number of Allied countries issues. His primary areas of from Norway to Australia. expertise were the USSR and Dick lectures in universities Soviet Bloc. After a 2.5 year across the US, and is a keynote training program concentratspeaker for conventions of proing on the Russian language fessional, business, veterans, and earning an M.A. in Russchurch, and service groups. ian Area Studies in GeorgeThe public is invited to the town University, he and family Aviation Club meeting, Februresided in Moscow, USSR, Richard "Dick" Life ary 10th, at 6:30 p.m., in the 1974-76, where he served as Estes Valley Library Hondius an Assistant Naval Attache in the Ameri- Room, for this free program. can Embassy.

"An Intelligence Officer's Perspectives Dick was trained by, and worked with on Terrorism." Who are terrorists, and the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) why do they maim, murder and destroy? and Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).

Today our primary threat is from radical He was involved in some 50 countries -Muslims, not the moderates. To underincluding three tours of duty in Vietnam, stand how we and our allies can defeat and leading US Navy and Marine Corps terrorism this presentation describes the human intelligence collection activities major sects of Islam - including Wahfrom offices in Munich, Berlin, and the habism, the puritanical, radical form of Persian Gulf during the fall of the Berlin Sunni, plus the ULTRA FANATIC, ISIS, Wall, meltdown of the USSR, and Desert whose members are killing even WahShield/Storm. During the latter he was habis. It explores how people are atone of three senior U.S. military officers tracted to become murderers of innocent in Bavaria on the hit list of a terrorist cell human beings, including children, who operating in West Germany. are "infidel" Christians, Jews - and espeHe debriefed Soviet defectors, testified cially fellow Muslims.

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epnews.com The challenge is on! It’s me against Spirit Airlines, and I’m going to win.

In general, I’m not very competitive—I’m a middle child, after all. When playing games I don’t gloat when I win or pout when I lose. It’s just a game, you see. If I want something and you want it too, I’m likely to let you have it just to keep the peace.

I’m not driven to make a buck, clinch the sale or close the deal. But tempt me to save—rather than earn—a dollar, and I’m all over it.

Ergo, me against Spirit Airlines.

Spirit is an “a la carte” airline. You pay for your tickets—to get you there and back— and everything else costs extra. It has become more common when you fly on most airlines to purchase any food you get on the plane, although Southwest, my favorite, still gives you a free, wee bag of snacks, and most airlines still give you a little cup of ice with a couple of swallows of beverage. I would expect to buy food and drink on Spirit. But I won’t. When I fly I bring my survival fare with me.

On Spirit you have to pay to get a seat assignment, and if you want to change your ticket, you’re out of luck. They don’t do that. You simply have to buy a new ticket and trash the old one.

You pay for each checked bag, of course, but if you want to carry on your luggage, you have to pay for that too. And if you wait to check your bag(s) until you’re at the airport, you pay $100 per bag. Yikes! You can have a small personal item at no extra costs but it has to fit under the seat in front of you.

Spirit claims to be “proud to have broken the rules” regarding air travel. However, it appears they have more rules than any other airline. (i.e., Want water? Pay for it.

Gotta go? Cough up a buck for toilet paper.

Headrest? Seat belt? Air bag? Pony up.)

The good thing about all of these stipulations is that flying Spirit Airlines is cheap.

My round-trip ticket to Chicago cost a mere $68.20.

Spirit calls this their “Bare Fare” but for me, it’s the exact opposite. You see, I am going to beat the system. I truly am going to fly for $68 and not spend a penny more, which means there’s no “bare” about it.

Since I can only carry on a small, personal

item (my day pack), I intend to wear as much clothing as possible to leave room in my pack for essential, non-wearable items such as chocolate and playing cards (for the anticipated delay at the airport.)

My trip to Chicago will be a short one to visit friends and get together with several of my girl-cousins. Packing would be easier if the windy city hadn’t just gotten clobbered with the fifth-biggest blizzard in its history, but the added challenge just inveigles me. (I looked it up and love this word! It’s pronounced in-VAY-gul. Try it, you might like it.)

I’ll “pack” as soon as I’m finished writing this column, and it’ll go like this: I’ll wear all of my underwear. This is not as space-efficient as wearing only one pair right-side-in one day and inside-out the next, but I am willing to sport the layers in order to have a fresh pair every day. I’ll only wear one pair of socks and switch left with right each day. My only shoes will be the hiking boots on my feet (think snow), and I’ll forgo my slippers for fuzzy footies. I’ll slip a bra by its straps onto my belt before I put on the belt, so the bra will hang down the back, its cups falling perfectly in place over my bum, and then my nightgown on top will hide the undergarment. A couple of shirts with a sweater or two over them and one pair of jeans for the two and a half days I’m there will complete my get-up. Due to the frigid weather in Chicago I will need my heaviest winter coat, a scarf, gloves and a hat, and with that I’ll be good to go. No form, all function. No frills, no fees. The only way my friends will recognize me when I waddle off the plane is by looking for the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man bulging out of a red winter coat and carrying no luggage.

Spirit Air boasts that its smaller seats allow more passengers on each plane, which lowers the cost of each ticket. (You can buy a big seat up front if you’re willing to shell out the dough.) This afternoon, when I board flight #660 to Chicago I am going to redefine “tight legroom.”

That’s the spirit!

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2015 Sarah Donohoe

Free End-Of-Life Care Program Offered February 17 At The Senior Center The public is invited to a free program called End-of-Life Care on Tuesday, February 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street.

Brenda Fox, M. Div., Chaplain for Hospice of the Estes Valley, will present some of the emerging concepts in relationship to the growing field of end-of-life care. No reservations are needed; just drop in.

Brenda shared comments about the program, “Given our rapidly expanding aging population and the current changes in health care, this topic can create fear and anxiety.” Brenda will share a number of resources available to help understand the dying process and the philosophy and practice of Hospice Care. Brenda notes, “We will also share materials available to build a healthy conversation with loved ones closing chapters.”

Brenda graduated from Chicago Theolog-

ical Seminary and has worked in Estes Park since 2011. She enjoys exploring the practical and spiritual implications of wrestling with our mortality; decisions that can guard our dignity at various stages of the dying process; and developing resources and resilience in the face of loss and disease.

For information on Hospice of the Estes Valley, please contact Estes Park Home Care at (970) 586-2273 or visit the Estes Park Medical Center website at www.epmedcenter.com.

For more information, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996 or visit the Center at 220 Fourth Street, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please visit the Senior Services website at www.estes.org/seniorcenter.

To receive Senior Services news in your email inbox, please e-mail lmitchell@estes.org.

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Groundhog Day Celebrated At The Stanley Hotel, February 2nd

Honorable Mayor Bill Pinkham To celebrate Groundhog Day and to showcase the first-place award winthe discount will now be enjoyed by all! ning chili the Stanley Hotel cooked up At the event, $2 draft beer and chili for the Estes Park Winter Festival, the tastings of the delicious 1st place Stanley Hotel green chili entered into the 2015 hosted Estes Estes Park Winter Festival cookPark's own off last month, were offered to "groundhog" those attending. A fun time was last Monday had by all! night to see if he saw his shadow.

Mayor Bill Pinkham was on hand, top hat and all, with a special tribute to Groundhog Day, knocking on the door of EP Rodney, aka “the groundhog” with Mayor Bill Pinkham. the hog's mound which was located on the front lawn of the hotel. Legend has it, if the groundhog saw his shadow, all guests at the Stanley's Cascades Restaurant would receive six weeks of 10% discounted food tabs; Cascade Club members would receive an additional John Cullen presenting the Stanley 10% off their regular discount. The Hotel’s award winning chili. “groundhog” did see his shadow and All photos and videos by EP NEWS/ Kris & Gary Hazelton

Belle Morris and Martin Koschnitzke Are Engaged To Be Married Belle Scott Morris, daughter of Sawnie Smith Robertson of Sugar Grove, Virginia, and the late Edmund Taylor Morris, Jr., of Greeley and Martin Andrew Koschnitzke, M.D., son of Violet Lillian and Lee Alan Day of Sun City, Arizona, and the late Glenn Howard Koschnitzke of Michigan became engaged to be married during a romantic sunset dinner on a beach in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Belle graduated from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies followed by a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Management at Regis University in Denver, Col-

orado. She is employed as the Director of the Estes Park Marathon & Half Marathon and the Estes Park Running Club and is owner of Enterchange Consulting.

Martin graduated from Le Tourneau University in Longview, Texas, with a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. He is employed as an Obstetrician/Gynecologist for the Estes Park Medical Center and serves as the Medical Director of the Estes Park Medical Group.

Belle and Martin are long time residents of Estes Park and will marry here in September of 2015. Congratulations!

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Mairim Dallaryan Standing, Of New York, Selected As Winner Of Stanley Hotel International Maze Design Contest To select the perfect design, an internaMore than 300 entries received from tional design contest was announced in 34 countries November of last year, with a deadline for A seven-member panel of judges selected Mairim Dallaryan Standing's de- submissions set at midnight on January sign to be implemented in a brand-new 31, 2015. hedge maze on the Stanley Hotel's front lawn.

Standing is from New York City. As the winner, Standing will received two plane tickets, Stanley Hotel accommodations, and two allaccess passes to the Stanley Film Festival, which will be held April 30-May 3, 2015.

The distinguished judges of the maze design contest.

The Stanley Hotel, on Tuesday afternoon, a judging panel conwhich the Stephen King classic horror sisting of Cullen; Midge Knerr (Stanley novel, The Shining, was based was porHotel Lodge Inn Keeper); Town of Estes trayed in the Stanley Kubrick film of the Park Mayor Pro Tem Wendy Koenig; Tom same name with a hedge maze. HowBotelho, Exec. Dir., Denver Film Society; ever, the hedge maze had never been Prof. Merlyn Paulson, FASLA, Professor part of the 106-year-old hotel's landLandscape Architecture at Colorado State scape design.

After fielding questions about “where's University; Harriette Woodard (Estes Park); and, Cydney Springer, Estes Park the maze?” for decades, hotel owner local artist selected the winning entry, by John Cullen thought that installing a hedge maze would be the perfect act to first narrowing down the 329 entries to the top 40, and then selecting the top commemorate his 20-year anniversary seven. of owning the hotel. Cullen's Grand Along with Standing, also included in Heritage Hotel Group purchased The the top seven were Steven L. Ancik, of EdStanley Hotel in May of 1995.

Free Body Composition Testing At MedX

FREE body composition testing from Feb 2nd-Feb 27th at MedX of Estes.

Through five simple tests, you can learn what your body composition is, and we can help you with an exercise plan to achieve your ideal body weight goals.

The tests include: Skinfold measurements, Bioelectrical Impedance, Body Mass Index, Waist to Hip Ratio and Basal Metabolic rate.

Testing days are Monday through Fridays. Schedule your test time at the front desk or call 577-0174.

mond, OK; Michael F. Morin, of Bellingham, MA; Micheal Patterson, of Alamo, TN; Dan Skinner, of Silverthorne, CO; and, Brain Strawn of Chicago, IL. Runner-up was awarded to Patterson. A special mention was made of Strawn's design, as being “best presentation.” The “most Shining” award was given to Ben Franklin Powlowski of Tuscon, AZ. In addition, several honorable mentions were selected, which will be listed on the hotel's website at www.stanleyhotel.com.

The 329 entries in the contest were received from US 40 states and all over the world including Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Columbia, Denmark , Dominican Republic, El Salvador, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Iran, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, and Ireland), Uruguay, and Ukraine.

In judging each entry, the panel used the following criteria:  Is it entertaining? Will visitors want to walk through it and spend time in it, even if they can see over the hedges?  Is it pleasing to the eye? Is it nice to look at? More importantly: will it compliment or clash-with its historic surroundings?

John Cullen showing the first place maze design contest winner.

 Did the designer stay within the lines? The boundaries of the template provided could be exceeded.  Can it be built?  Is it feasible? Can it be maintained with reasonable effort and kept it in good shape?

The maze is planned to be installed this spring, to tie in with the third annual Stanley Film Fest.

All photos and videos by EP NEWS/ Kris & Gary Hazelton

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It’s Girl Scout Cookie Time!

Sale Starts Sunday

At a recent cookie kickoff, girls made posters, sandwich boards, and thank you notes, and sampled all varieties of cookies.

Their colorful displays will help promote the sale and bring smiles all around!

The new variety, Rah-Rah Raising received

Courtesy photos

quite favorable reviews.

It’s that time of year again, when the snow is on the ground, the wind is howling through the trees, and the Estes Park Girl Scouts are out in full force to sell Girl Scout cookies. This season the sale begins Sunday, February 8 and officially ends on Sunday, March 15. In Estes Park, the Girl Scouts will again be selling directly, no ordering is necessary.

You will have them in your hands as soon as they are paid for. Girl Scouts from Daisy level through Cadettes are all eligible to sell to you in person, on the phone, by e-mail, or even digitally.

Seven varieties of cookies are available this year, from old favorites, Trefoils, Tagalongs and Do-si-dos to two brand new varieties, Rah-Rah Raisins and Toffee-tastic.

Lots of things are new this year. First of all, Thin mints, probably the best selling cookie of all time, is now vegan! Yes, no animal products are used in the production of the thin pepperminty, chocolatecoated wafer. Toffee-tastic is gluten free for the first time! It’s a rich, buttery cookie with golden toffee bits.

Samoas are chewy and rich, a tender vanilla cookie covered with caramel and rolled in toasted cocoanut with stripes of rich chocolate coating - - - and Happy Birthday to Samoas, who are turning 40 years old this year.

The cost of cookies is $4.00 per box, with the Toffee-tastic gluten free variety

priced at $5.50 per box.

Girl Scout cookies are way more than tasty treats. Each purchase supports girls in developing five lifelong skills: goal-setting, decision-making, money management, people skills and business ethics.

It’s the nation’s largest girl-led business and generates immeasurable benefits for the girls, their councils and their communities nationwide.

Watch for the girls in your neighborhoods, schools, churches, and businesses all over town during this special time of year. The girls are also busy deciding what to do with the individual and group-earned cookie profits. Camp? A trip somewhere fun? A special activity?

Support for Hometown Heroes? Donations to worthy causes? The sky is the limit.

Estes Park Service Unit Cookie Manager, Breeyan Sloan, will be hard at work keeping track of all the orders, the deliveries and taking orders from those of you who might miss a smiling Girl Scout near you. Breeyan can be reached directly at 970-646-6555, or call Service Unit Manager, Penny Roberts (evenings) at 5861775 for orders or questions. And watch the newspaper in the next five weeks for more fun facts, FAQs, details, history of cookies and information to keep this sale in the forefront of the Estes Park news!

Thanks in advance for helping make our cookie sale this year the best ever.

Free Tax Preparation Free tax preparation assistance is being offered by AARP Tax-Aide now through April 14th, Estes Valley Public Library. This program is primarily for

taxpayers with low- to middle-income with special attention given to persons age 60 and older. Appointments can be made by calling 586-8116.

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Madison Moellers To Star In Next Week’s “The Mindy Project�

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happens to fall on “Burger Madness� day when delicious Cables burgers are just $6.95.

Madison was recently interviewed by Cables Restaurant here in Estes Rules of Engagement’s Patrick WarburPark has graciously opened their ton who asked her, “Why do you act?� new back room for a fun viewing Madison replied, “Because I love it. I have party for Madison beginning at 8 always loved performing. Even when I p.m. Locals can all come out and was little I would get dressed up and put watch together and support one on shows for my friends and family.� of our very own!

Madison is a very busy young lady. She Cables has two 55� flat screen recently did two magazine shoots in TVs for our viewing pleasure Denver and soon will be doing two more, and this special watch party also one in the Superstition Mountains in

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Arizona for four days over Valentine's Day weekend and another back in LA. Madison gets back to Los Angeles at least every month for either direct bookings, director/producer callbacks, and to do her interviews for Influential Women of Hollywood. She loves people, loves charity and loves having both Los Angeles and Estes Park as her playgrounds.

Let’s all join together and show our support for Estes Park’s Madison Moellers!

Photos by Denver photographers Kevin Alexander and Jason Heatley

Estes Park local, Madison Moellers is a talented young actress who has had roles in, Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Rules of Engagement, The Mentalist, Shameless and Monsters University. This beautiful young lady is also a model and fronts her own online interview series, Influential Women of Hollywood.

In one of her most recent projects, Madison will star on The Mindy Project which will air next Tuesday, Feb. 10th at 8:30 p.m. According to Madison’s Mom, Marcia Moellers, “It is a great episode, a definite must see!�

Dylan Maddalena Sworn In As A Deputy Marshal In Hugo, Colorado Congratulations to Dylan Maddalena on becoming a prestigious member of the Lincoln County Marshal’s Office in Hugo, Colorado. Dylan was raised in Estes Park and graduated in 2010. He spent five years serving as a volunteer firefighter with the Glen Haven Volunteer Fire Department. He completed his Law Enforcement training at Red Rocks Community College in 2014. and was sworn in for active duty with Lincoln County on January 23, 2015.

From his family “We know you will serve Hugo and Lincoln County with the same immense pride that you always have for Estes Park and Glen Haven, they are lucky to have you in their service. We love you and stay safe!�

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The Joys Of Spring: Your Guided Tour Groundhog’s Day was Monday, and officially the groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter. Estes Valley residents may observe this curious ritual with passing interest; we know our local climate zone is proudly independent. We keep both snow shovels and sunscreen handy, and the surest weather predictor is a glance outside the window every morning.

The latest issue of the Library newsletter “Gatherings” arrived in mailboxes throughout the valley last weekend (extra copies are at the Library). With event listings spanning through May 31, we take a forward-looking approach and happily declare this our Spring edition.

As the caption on the back states, spring is an excellent time to “grow new opportunities.” And no doubt about it. This spring’s opportunities are bountiful.

Reading the 20 pages of this easy-touse, eye-catching publication, I counted 108 different Library events for all ages.

Add in the five weekly storytimes for preschoolers and that total count is 191.

Now in its third year, “Gatherings” was developed in response to 2012 community survey feedback that documented the need for easy access to program and calendar information. As staff, we find “Gatherings” invaluable in answering, “What’s happening at the Library this season?” The newsletter has it all nicely bundled into one convenient space, including a monthly calendar that’s perfect for posting on your home-office bulletin board or your refrigerator door.

Perusing those 20 brand-new pages, it’s hard not to be excited about all that’s in store.

“The Magic of Libraries” page spotlights

the Little Free Libraries project, which will place several whimsically-designed book exchanges around town this year (imagine a giant birdhouse on a fence post with books inside). It’s not too late to get involved in building and decorating.

Two full pages list the tech literacy and financial literacy workshops this spring.

Computer classes for all learning levels have been off to a great start.

Movies are a popular spring activity at the Library, and this spring’s series draw from three themes. “Money at the Movies” this March (a Common Cents Counts tie-in), Poetry on Film in April (National Poetry Month), and Books at 100 in May (three classic reads celebrating their centennials).

Poetry and art abound on the “Express Creativity” page, with special April Poetry Month events for all age levels, along with an event showcasing digital art created by local youth utilizing some of the Library’s newest technology.

Special events for kids and teens span three full pages, not the least of which is a showcase author event with Margaret Peterson Haddix. This popular author will be speaking to 6 different grade levels at the schools on February 26, a special day arranged by our Youth Services team.

And don’t miss the spotlight on the Pioneers of the Peaks series, with five more mountaineering-themed events inspired

by Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th anniversary year.

Now is a great time to relax with “Gatherings” and circle events on your calendar. Think of it as your guided tour to some of this spring’s finest joys.

Valentine’s And Sonnets: Library Hosts Workshop For Teens Valentine’s Day expresses itself in many forms: flowers, candy, and hearts. It can also express itself in poetry—specifically, a sonnet.

The Estes Valley Library is hosting a Valentine’s Day-themed workshop for youth in sixth grade and up. The “Sonnet Writing and Valentine’s Workshop” takes place tomorrow, February 7 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Library. Sign-up is recommended and may be done on the Library’s online calendar at estesvalleylibrary.org.

What exactly is a sonnet? A sonnet is a special poetic form that requires careful planning and thought. Participants will

look at examples of traditional sonnets, then learn how to form the iambic pentameter by acting it out, experimenting with rhyme patterns, and ultimately writing original sonnets. Attendees will also have supplies for making Valentines and special handmade envelopes. Snacks will be provided.

The “Sonnet Writing” workshop is one of the special events made possible through the Teen program at the Library.

The Library’s Teen Guide Katherine Dumont will be leading this creative workshop.

For more information, visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call (970) 586-8116.

Library Closed On Presidents’ Day The Estes Valley Library will be closed all day on Monday, February 16 for the Presidents’ Day holiday. The Library will be open regular hours all other days (including the Saturday and Sunday prior).

Regular hours at the Library are: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.;

and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Library’s second floor (including the Computer Commons and wi-fi area) close each day at fifteen minutes prior to the regular closing time.

For more information about Library hours or activities, visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call (970) 586-8116.

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Internet Basics To Music Downloads: Tech Classes Continue At Library The Estes Valley Library is offering a series of computer and technology classes this season, all designed for a variety of learning levels and based on many community requests for hands-on instruction. January’s workshops proved very popular, and this month another series is

will gain familiarity with the many tools and resources available on the Internet: healthcare, business, banking, government, staying in touch with family and friends, managing one’s library account, and more.

Additional workshops scheduled March

being offered under the helpful guidance of Library Tech Guide Diana Laughlin.

All workshops are free, but advanced sign-up is required to ensure seating.

Sign-up is available at estesvalleylibrary.org or by contacting the Library directly.

Here is a roster of this month’s upcoming workshops: “Computer Very Basics: Just for Beginners” (Monday, February 9, 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Computer Commons). This session is ideal for those who have never or rarely ever used a computer. Learn how to utilize the mouse and keyboard while logging into the Library’s public computers. Participants will gain an overview of common programs, printing steps, and learn to identify safe sites. Students will learn on a Mac, and many of the basic skills will apply to a Windows PC as well.

“Safety and Security on the Internet” (Friday, February 20, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.—in the Computer Commons). Participants will learn how to protect their identity and to recognize scams while banking, shopping, and keeping in touch with friends and family online. The session will review common types of online scams, with tips on how to recognize suspicious websites and emails. Attendees will learn to identify secure websites, determine when it’s safe to enter personal and credit card information, and measure the strength of passwords used.

“Listen to Music for Free” (Monday, February 23, 1:00-2:00 p.m.—Wasson Room). Your iPad, iPhone, Android phone, or tablet all offer ways to access your favorite songs and discover new sounds. This workshop will demonstrate how to stream music online and create free radio stations personalized to your interests. Bring your own device.

“Internet Basics: Keeping Informed, Keeping In Touch” (Friday, February 27, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—in the Computer Commons). Learn to find the information you need online. Participants

through May are now listed in the newsletter “Gatherings,” available online or in print at the Library.

Registration for any workshops may be done at the Calendar link at estesvalleylibrary.org. For registration assistance or additional information, contact the Library at (970) 586-8116.

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Tai Chi In Motion: Library’s Next Random Act Of Culture Over the past year, hundreds of Estes Valley Library visitors have taken part in “Random Acts of Culture”—a new program concept launched in 2014. On various days in the Library Atrium, activities are taking place to encourage new opportunities for learning and to inspire the sparks of creativity and spontaneity.

Some events involve making a craft— others offer a chance to observe a demonstration, such as the tea event held as a recent New Year’s Day tie-in.

This month, with the approach of the Chinese New Year, local students of the tai chi form will be at the Library to demonstrate this ancient practice that originated as a martial art. Visitors are encouraged to come to the Library this Wednesday, February 11 anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. to observe the session.

Practiced widely in China for thousands of years, tai chi has become increasingly popular in the West. Lowimpact and relaxing, people of almost any age or condition can practice tai chi. Many participants report heightened feelings of well-being along with a variety of other health benefits.

Robert Burkhart of Estes Park will lead the session along with other local tai chi students. Burkhart’s group practices at the Aspen Lodge, and new participants are welcome.

No sign-up is necessary—the public is welcome to stop in anytime during the scheduled time on Wednesday morning. For more information about these or other Library programs, visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call (970) 5868116.

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Get Your Financial House In Order Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a proven fact that the early part of the year is one of the best and easiest times to put your financial house in order.

Colder weather and less hours of sunlight give more â&#x20AC;&#x153;desk timeâ&#x20AC;? to complete the tasks. Tax season forces organization of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s records, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve not even spent much yet this year. In short, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great time for good intentions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bringing some new order and productivity to your financial life.

The Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Common Cents Counts program is here to help, offering many free opportunities during the upcoming weeks for basic financial training and encouragement. All the events listed below may help. These workshops are free, but advance sign up is required. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org or call (970) 5868116 for assistance.

The popular five-series basic financial education classes will be offered beginning Tuesday, February 17, continuing on four more consecutive Tuesday evenings, all at 7:00 p.m. Everything you need to know in five short sessions youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be on your way with clear direction for a successful financial future. Although the classes are sequential, you may select any that interest you and meet your schedule. The classes are: Goal Setting and Financial Planning (Feb. 17), Key Investment Concepts (Feb. 24), Retirement Savings Vehicles (March 3), Common Investment Types (March 10), and, just in time for lucky St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, Managing Money During Retirement (March 17).

That February 17 workshop on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Goal Setting and Financial Planningâ&#x20AC;? is an excellent place to start. Designed to explore basic money management concepts, the seminar will review fundamental tasks such

as how to create a personal balance sheet, how to build a monthly budget and track everyday spending, how to distinguish between â&#x20AC;&#x153;needsâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;wants,â&#x20AC;? and, to get you on the best path forwardâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;how to establish clear financial goals for yourself and your family.

Encourage your spouse or your teenage child to attend with you.

Are you eager to discuss what todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top financial authors are saying? Then consider joining us at the next monthly Financial Book Club discussion. On Wednesday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m., this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s featured title is â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Smartest Retirement Book Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Ever Readâ&#x20AC;? by Daniel Solin. Come join the conversation and see if you agree with the insights offered by this popular author (you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to have read the book to attend). Newcomers are always welcome at the Financial Book Club.

Just email me in advance at myelick@estesvalleylibrary.org so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be sure to save you a seatâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;as well as a few snacks and refreshments.

Continue your New Year with some financial education and encouragement from the experts. Your Library is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;richâ&#x20AC;? resource for building a sturdy foundation. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never too late - and now is the time to begin. Go online or contact us to sign up today.

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As a service to local residents, the Estes Valley Library is offering a limited number of printed materials for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s income tax season. Currently in-stock at the Library are basic State of Colorado booklets as well as federal forms (1040, 1040A, 1040 EZ). The Internal Revenue Service has not provided printed forms of the instruction booklets this year, as that agency has been in a national trend of reducing the printed materials it makes available each year. Those instruction booklets, however, may be accessed online at irs.gov, which also contains printable links to the many specialized IRS forms and schedules. Forms may be printed at the Library for 10 cents per page.

For those seeking assistance with their income tax filing, AARP volunteer tax preparers are once again available by appointment to help process tax forms for

those with basic filing needs, with special attention to seniors and low-income residents. Those interested may contact the Library to make an appointment at (970) 586-8116 x 3. Appointments are required, and volunteers will be on hand four days a week up until April 14.

Those with more complex tax filing situations are encouraged to contact one of several accounting professionals in town whose business it is to offer full tax processing services.

Aside from the IRSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many instructional forms, two long-standing helpful guides are now available at the Library, newly updated for 2015: â&#x20AC;&#x153;J.K. Lasserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Your Income Taxâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Ernst & Young Tax Guide.â&#x20AC;?

For additional information about these services and resources, visit estesvalleylibrary.org (where updates will be posted) or call (970) 586-8116.

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Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Supports Shelterbox ian spotted this gap and launched ShelterBox. A typical box contains a custom designed family tent, stove, water containers and purification, cooking equipment, tool kit, children’s activity pack, warm hats and gloves, mosquito net, thermal fleece blankets, waterproof ground mats and the durable box itself, which can be used for a multitude of uses. A donation of $1,000 covers the cost of the contents, transportaSunrise Rotary member Glenn Malpiede (left) with tion, storage, training and travel of the volunteer response team.

Steve Gibson of ShelterBox. Courtesy photo Since ShelterBox was founded, By: Steve Mitchell it has grown from one club’s adopted After an earthquake devastated Haiti in project to the largest global Rotary club 2010, ShelterBox was on the ground project. When ShelterBox Response within 36 hours with green boxes that Team members arrive, Rotarians often contained tents to shelter families, tools provide logistical support, translators, lothey needed to rebuild their homes and cal knowledge, and a bed to sleep in. other life-saving equipment.

ShelterBox has responded to more than Rotary is at the heart and soul of Shelter 240 disasters in more than 90 countries Box, Steve Gibson told Estes Valley Sun- since 2000. ShelterBox provided 22,000 rise Rotary on December 16, 2014. At the boxes in four countries after the Indian conclusion of his presentation, the morn- Ocean tsunami. In Haiti, ShelterBox proing Rotary Club presented Gibson with a vided 27,000 boxes, including 35,000 check for $3,000, with the Estes Park tents. After Super Storm Sandy, ShelterHigh School Interact Club raising nearly Box provided aid for more than 6,000 $500 of the amount. people, distributing blankets, scarves and In the past, while food and medicine ar- knit hats as well as children’s activity rived almost immediately after a disaster, packs. little or no assistance was given to shelter For more information on ShelterBox survivors through the first days, weeks and how you can contribute, please visit and months. Fourteen years ago, a Rotar- www.ShelterBoxUSA.org.

Get Your Best ACT or SAT Score ACT/SAT tests are becoming increasingly important tools for colleges in the recruitment and scholarship process.

Our tutors can help you put your best foot forward on these exams. We can help you prepare in individual one-toone sessions or in a small group (subject to interest and needs). Your best effort is magnified with help from our professional staff.

High school sophomores and juniors, the ACT & SAT tests are coming in April and May 2015. The Estes Park High School will be offering the Colorado ACT test to juniors, Wednesday, April 28, 2015. The SAT test will be given at various locations in the valley on Saturday, May 2, 2015.

The Estes Park Learning Place offers individual and small group test preparation sessions so that students can improve their scores. Depending on the student’s knowledge and current test taking ability, students would meet with their tutors once a week, for a one hour session, for a total of 6-8 weeks. So get started now! Currently, EPLP has openings on Mondays and Thursdays after-

noons.

The true cost of a one hour tutoring session is $90.00. Because the Learning Place is a non-profit organization, thanks to support from our donors and community supporters, individual sessions cost $40.00 per session. Scholarships are also available based on financial need to reduce that cost. The cost for the small group sessions vary according to the number of students enrolled.

Small group sessions work well for students who need help in the same subject areas or have similar needs in developing test taking strategies.

April will be here before you know it, so get ahead, and review your test taking abilities. Do you have a course or two that you aren’t doing as well as you’d like? If you need help, please call the Learning Place 970-577-0020. Leave a message as to the best time to contact you and we will return your call. The Learning Place is just a short walk from the high school at the corner of Graves Avenue and South St. Vrain (Highway #7) in the Bella Fortuna facility, part of the Aspenwood Professional complex.

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Help Shape The Recreation And Conservation Vision Of The Big Thompson Canyon Larimer County and the City of Loveland are leading an effort to assess recreation and conservation opportunities along the Big Thompson River from Loveland to Estes Park. The extreme flooding that occurred along the river in September 2013 caused extensive property damage and loss of significant economic, riparian, aquatic, and scenic resources. Nearly all of the highly popular public recreation facilities were obliterated, including parks, picnic areas, fishing access, and trailheads.

Through this Recreation and Conservation Assessment, Larimer County and the City of Loveland will work collaboratively with citizens and public agency, private and non-profit sectors, including the Big Thompson River Restoration Coalition, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, US Forest Service, and Colorado Department of Transportation, to: • Assess existing protected lands and identify opportunities for conserving ad-

ditional lands for wildlife and fish habitat, scenic viewsheds, and river resiliency; • Enhance recreation access to public lands, including existing amenities and potential future opportunities, for fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing and other outdoor recreation in the Big Thompson corridor.

An over-riding goal of this project is to contribute to on-going efforts to restore the river corridor to a condition that most benefits local residents and visitors alike.

Please join us and help shape the vision for the Big Thompson Canyon on February 12, 2015 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Thompson School District Administrative Offices, 800 S. Taft Ave., Loveland, CO, 80537.

To learn more about Larimer County’s parks and open spaces, visit our website at www.larimer.org/naturalresources.

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LIVING A ‘SOUL-LESS’ LIFE Several times throughout my life as a preacher when I told someone what I did, I would hear them say, with a twinkle in their eye, “Man, what a job! Two hours a week!” Having heard that occasionally, even jokingly, seemed to spur me on to make sure that such could never be said, seriously, about me. I rarely took days off trying to meet every need that I became aware of. A dear Christian lady, after observing my self-driven efforts, asked me a question that made me re-think my schedule and efforts. She said, “Bob, if you didn’t drive yourself like you do, do you think Jesus could still love you?” Her kind and concerned words caused me to make some major changes.

However, because of my own work-ethic tendency I appreciate the following admonition by a man named Dan Miller. Think about it! Perhaps it relates to you.

“The story is told of a South American tribe that went on a long march, day after day, when all of a sudden they would stop walking, sit down to rest for awhile, and then make camp for a couple of days before going any further. They explained that they needed the time of rest so that their souls could catch up with them. (from Sabbath by Wayne Muller).

Are you working and living without the benefits of having your soul catch up? Are you feeling like your work is soul-less and little more than a method of getting a paycheck?

In the ‘busyness’ of modern life, it seems we have lost the rhythm between activity and rest. Just as exhaling without occasionally inhaling will cause you to turn blue and pass out, busyness without rest will cause you to ‘pass out’ from things that matter. “I am so busy.” We say this almost as a badge of honor, as if our exhaustion were a trophy, and our ability to withstand 70-80 hour workweeks a mark of real character. We convince ourselves that the busier we are, the more we are accomplishing and the more important we must be. But is this really so? Does more activity really mean more accomplishment? To be unavailable to friends and family, to miss the sunsets and the full moons, to blast through all our obligations without time for taking a deep breath – this has become the model of a successful life.

Can we really distinguish essentials that matter in our efforts to get more things? We all know very competent people who have reached the pinnacle of their profession, with nice houses and vacation homes…vacation homes that sometimes seldom get used because they refuse to ‘take time out’ from their ‘busyness’.

Logan Pearsall Smith, British essayist warned: “If you are losing your leisure, look out.

You may be losing your soul.” Embrace rest days and times in your life. Wisdom, peace, contentment and insight about fulfilling work will grow in those times. Take a walk, give thanks for simple things…a relaxing bath or shower, turn off the telephone, pager, TV and computer. Carve out those times for restoration and spiritual breathing.” (Dan Miller) Even Jesus got away from the crowds periodically. On one occasion He gave this advice to His disciples: “‘Come apart from the crowds and rest awhile.’ For so many people were coming and going that they scarcely had time to eat. So they left by boat for a quieter spot.” (Mark 6:31) We often paraphrase Jesus’ sentiment as suggesting: “Come apart…before you ‘come apart!’”

And we know that such does often happen in our society. Someone has observed, “We shake hands warmly each Sunday with people who are about to ‘come apart at the seams’ and we don’t know it until they do.”

One of the wonderful blessings that we enjoy here in Estes Park is that there are so many places that we can ‘come apart and rest awhile’. Mountains to hike in, trails to walk everywhere, streams and lakes providing an ideal environment in which to sit and think, animals everywhere, often modeling for us how we ought not to be in such a hurry. With all these wonders around us, and before the crowds of summer arrive, let’s spend time letting our souls catch up.

(Bob)

A Chef With A Whole New Flare & Attitude Meet William “Bill” Brink. He’s the new chef at Claire’s Restaurant and Bar in Estes Park. With Bill now on board, get ready for an outstanding new menu complete with a fresh new attitude.

Bill might be the new to Claire’s but he is certainly not new to the food industry.

Bill’s culinary expertise was formed from around the country. Originally from Louisiana, Bill has also lived in Missouri and Minnesota before settling in Colorado to learn from the best.

Bill graduated from the Johnson & Wales University in Denver and he also worked in the corporate food industry for years. His internship was right here at the Stanley Hotel where he was a banquet chef and also where he met his wife, Amber. The couple now have three children.

Bill has always had a passion for food and began his career from humble beginnings as a dishwasher at age 17, and then as a line cook. He worked his way through the ranks towards his goal to become a chef because his passion is to make people happy through food. Bill loves to serve fresh, new creations from the kitchen, impressing us all with his culinary talents. Everything Bill cooks is original, from scratch. He does everything from pastry baking to making his own unique rosemary breakfast sausage.

“Ninety five percent of all of our food here at Claire’s is fresh, from scratch. We

are even going as far as making our own dill pickles here!” Bill said.

Because of Bill’s passion and new attitude, diners will enjoy entrees from the traditional menu as well as a whole lot of new specials that he has created just for Claire’s. He is now offering three different chef ’s specials every weekend and also small plate (tapas) appetizers to choose from.

Come on out and taste the new menu fare at Claire’s. Valentine’s weekend is fast approaching and Claire’s is offering a special menu for you and your special someone. Choose your special dinner from the menu consisting of four appetizers, ten entrees and five desserts. Be sure to make reservations early because the weekend will fill up fast. Special entrees include; Roast Chicken, Short Ribs, Crab & Shrimp Ravioli, Colorado Caesar Salad, Pan-Seared Scallops, Flat Iron Steak, Grilled Salmon, and Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo.

With his outgoing nature, and big friendly smile, Bill resembles the popular TV chef he looks up to, Guy Fieri. Even Bill’s goatee and hot rod flamed tattoos reflect the energy of the well-known Food Network star.

Come discover the new food star in town, as he adds his unique “Colorado flare” to Claire’s new menu. Welcome Chef Bill Brink.

Colorado Mountain Spirit Outreach Team Still Here To Help

The Colorado Spirit Mountain Outreach Team was established to support Larimer County disaster survivors.

What we do: • Provide connection to current resources • Emotional support and counseling services

• Community support • Formal educational presentations such as: • Preparedness & Self-care For more information, call the Estes Park Office at 970-586-5585 or email Floodoutreach@gmail.com, or Facebook at MOEPSA.

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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS

For additional information call 800-443-7837 • 970-577-9900 February 6 - February 20, 2015

Monday – February 9 Meaty lasagna, Fresh garden salad, Garlic bread, Cookie Tuesday – February 10 BBQ pork loin Sandwich, roll, Potato salad, Chips, Brownie Wednesday – February 11 Turkey and dressing, Mashed potatoes, Cranberry salad, Rolls, Cake Thursday – February 12 Hot hero sandwich, Pasta salad, Tomato basil salad, Pie Friday – February 13 Valentine’s Party! $6.50 members / $8.50 non-members advance tickets required. Chicken cordon bleu, Rice pilaf, Asparagus Valentine’s cake $5 EPSCC INC. members / $7 nonmembers - everyone welcome!

EVENTS Feb. 7: Whiskey Warm Up. Live music, whiskey tastings, cigars, & more. Riverside Plaza. 1 pm Feb. 7 & 8: Winter Warm Up Kids’ Activities. Face painting pony rides, & more. Downtown Ice Skating Rink. 11 am

Feb. 12: Ladies Night with the Mountain Town Rockers. Estes Park Resort. 6 pm

Feb. 10: Creating Embossed Metal Valentines. Art Center of Estes Park. 4 pm

Feb. 12: Museum Game Night. “Estes Park Bingo.” Estes Park Museum. 6 pm

Feb. 10: Health Benefits of Essential Oils.

Riverspointe Spa. 4 pm

Feb. 12: Open Bluegrass Jam. Rock Inn. 6 pm

Weekly on Friday: Painting on Peaks.

Painting class & local wine. Snowy Peaks Winery. 5 pm

Feb. 13: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6 pm

Feb. 7 & 8: Dog Pull. Estes Park Visitor Center – South of River. 11 am

Feb. 13: Mountain Town Trio. Rock.

Marys Lake Lodge. 6 pm

Feb. 10: Free 5K Group Run. Starts at the Stanley Hotel. 6 pm

Feb. 13: Ray Young. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6 pm

Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Dinner & Dance.

American Legion. 5 pm

Feb. 13: James and the Devil Alternative Valentine’s Day Party. Rock.

Rock Inn. 9 pm

Feb. 14 & 15: Rails in the Rockies. Model train show. Estes Park Conference Center.

9 am Feb. 14 - 16: Free Entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park Feb. 17: Free 5K Group Run. Starts at the Stanley Hotel. 6 pm

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

Feb. 13: Open Mic. Lonigans Pub. 9 pm Feb. 14: David Potter. Acoustic. Rock Inn. 6 pm Feb. 14: Ray Young. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6 pm Feb.14: Karaoke. Lonigans Pub. 9 pm Feb. 15: Jerry Barlow. Celtic Fingerstyle Guitar. The Stanley Hotel. 2 pm

Feb. 6: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6 pm

Feb. 15: Groves & Blake Trio. Acoustic.

Rock Inn. 6 pm

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

Feb. 18: Matthew Gurnsey, The Kilted Man. Celtic. Marys Lake Lodge. 6 pm

Feb. 6: Ran Off The Rooster. Country Americana & Bluegrass Tunes. Rock Inn. 8 pm

Feb. 18: Trivia Night. Longz Mountain Grill. 6:30 pm

Feb. 6: Open Mic. Lonigans Pub. 9 pm

Feb. 19: Ladies Night with the Mountain Town Rockers. Estes Park Resort. 6 pm

Feb. 7: Mountain Town Trio. Rock. Marys Lake Lodge. 6 pm

Feb. 19: Open Bluegrass Jam. Rock Inn. 6 pm

Feb. 7: Ray Young. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6 pm

Feb. 20: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6 pm

Feb. 7: Shaefer Welch. Acoustic. Rock Inn. 6 pm

Feb. 20: Ray Young. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6 pm

Feb. 7: Karaoke. Lonigans Pub. 9 pm

Feb. 20: Shaefer Welch. Acoustic. Rock Inn. 6 pm

Feb. 8: Trio Cordilleras. Tango, Latin American. Stanley Hotel. 2 pm

Feb. 20: Open Mic. Lonigans Pub. 9 pm

Feb. 8: Neal Whitlock. Acoustic Folk. Rock Inn. 5 pm Feb. 10: Writer’s Open Mic. Coffee on the Rocks. 12:30 pm Feb. 11: Trivia Night. Longz Mountain Grill.

6:30 pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES & LECTURES Feb. 8: America: From Ordinary to Extraordinary. Estes Park Baptist Church. 5 pm

United Methodist Church 1509 Fish Hatchery Road Estes Park, CO (970) 586-4153 www.estesparkumc.org

9:45am Sunday Service February Sermon Series:

A Journey Through the Beatitudes

Jan. 28 - Feb. 3, 2015

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Celebrate 100 years of Rocky Mountain National Park by visiting the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center to learn more about wildlife, the junior ranger program, recreational opportunities and more!

Ranger-led programs on weekends. Details and Info call: 970-586-1206 Feb. 7: Centennial Speaker Series.

Smoke, Sparks, and Silver Linings.

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 7 pm Feb. 14: Nick Molle presents The Living Dream: 100 Years of Rocky Mountain National Park Film. Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 7 pm Rocky Mountain Conservancy. Nature seminars for everyone in the family. Fees apply. For details and registration call 970-586-3262.

Feb. 7 & 14: Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Kids & Families.

9 am

EXHIBITS

Artists’ Party. Featured new artists. Art Center of Estes Park. Continues through Feb. 15 Feb. 14: Valentine’s Show. Cultural Arts Council. Continues through March 1 Feb. 15: Mentor/Student Show. Art Center of Estes Park. Continues through March 29 Climb On! History of Rock Climbing in Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park Museum. Continues through Oct. 4

EP JANUARY CLIMATIC DATA

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PHASES OF THE MOON

Full Moon Feb 3rd

Last Quarter Feb 11th

New Moon Feb 18th

First Quarter Feb. 25th

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The 18th annual Rails in the Rockies 2015 Model Railroad Show will take place Valentine’s weekend, Saturday, Feb. 14 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 15 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission for adults is just $5, admission for families$20. Children under 12 get in free with adult. Come on Saturday, get your hand stamped and return on Sunday for free!

The fun takes place at the Convention Center at the Rocky Mountain Park Inn and there will be free parking and food available.

For eighteen years, The Estes Valley Division, a local chapter of the National Model Railroad Association, has been presenting a very special train show in Estes Park. This nonprofit organization is interested in promoting model railroading as a hobby, and they donate funds and railroad-related items to the Estes Valley Library and needy charities in the area. If you have not been to Rails in the Rockies for a while, just wait ‘til you see the changes!

Model Railroading has become far more than just playing with trains! From two to 92, this show balances interest and fun for the kids, along with lots of activities for railroad buffs and serious modelers. If you enjoy: watching trains; learning about trains their histories; building kits and structures; working with electronics; painting scenery and figures; sculpting; creating a miniature world; starting your own layout; getting unanswered questions answered; then Rails in the Rockies is the place for you!

This show will have many layouts, including three brand new ones.

Just a few of the exciting layouts you’ll enjoy are, two interactive kids layouts (Estes Valley Model Railroad and Youth in Model Railroading); American Flyer Interactive Layout; Colorado Wyoming LEGO@ User Group (CoWLUG) layout always a wonderful surprise; Circus Train Exhibit; New layouts from clubs in Northern Colorado; Slim Rails Layout from Colorado Springs; Multiple layouts in Standard Gauge (N scale, G scale, O scale, HO scale Z scale) and Narrow Gauge (ON30, HOn3).

Clubs Participating: Estes Valley Model Railroaders; Boulder Model Railroad Club; Colorado and Great Western Model Railroad Club; Denver N Scale; Near Sighted Narrow Gaugers; Northern Colorado Model Railroaders; Youth in Model Railroading; Toy Train Group; and Circus Modelers.

Vendors will be on hand at the event with trains of all gauges; new and collectable trains and train items; modeling and train supplies; tools; electronics; railroad art, photography, books and DVDs. We have several new vendors this year!

There will be also be clinics on modeling throughout both days.

Other activities to enjoy will be a portrait artist; seek and search game for youth up to 12; two train give-aways on Sunday afternoon for youth up to 16; and children’s games.

We look forward to welcoming you!

For more information contact: info@railsintherockies.org or visit estesvalleymodelrailroaders.org.

Trio Cordilleras At Next Music Festival Concert

Welcome back the Trio Cordilleras with spirited tango and music from Spain and Latin America. A Cordillera, both in English and Spanish, is a chain of mountains, like the one that stretches from Argentina to Canada. The Trio has captivated audiences since 2006 and has premiered works from composers of the Americas and Spain; they regularly perform in Colorado.

The concert take place this Sunday, February 8 at 2:00 p.m. in the Stanley Hotel Concert Hall.

Admission is just $10.00 at the door, children and students are admitted free. This concert is sponsored by Kay and Rich Mitchell.

Come and join us for an exciting afternoon of authentic Tango and Argentine Music with the Trio Cordilleras and feel free to engage in dialogue with this talented group of musicians after the performance. You will find them as engaging in person as they are on stage. The complete program is available on the music festival website.

Save February 15 for a special Valentine’s Day weekend concert. Cultural en-

richment through music, story and laughter awaits with Celtic guitarist Jerry Barlow. His music will “soothe the soul, warm the heart, and lift the spirit” as he brings the songs alive by sharing history, legend and humor.

Consider giving a loved one or a friend the gift of music. Save on blocks of (10) tickets purchased at the door for $80.00, in advance, or $40.00 for 5 tickets at our office located at Hobert Office Services (1140-A Manford Avenue, Estes Park) or at the door on the day of the concert.

These tickets may be used for any Winter Concert Series performance this year OR any future year. They will not expire. (cannot be used for summer concerts).

Cash or checks preferred. New this year, charge your tickets; a small service fee will apply.

There is additional parking behind the

Stanley Hotel and next to the Concert Hall.

A big thank you to Peterbark Productions for its able assistance in programming the Winter Series; as well as to Bob’s Piano Service. Every concert series needs an excellent venue and the beautiful Stanley Hotel is the perfect mountain setting for an hour of wonderful relaxing Sunday afternoon entertainment. We are grateful to the Stanley Hotel Management and staff for their incredible support and generosity.

For further information, please contact our business office at 970-586-9519 or visit our up to date web site: estesparkmusicfestival.org. To receive weekly updates of our concerts and upcoming events, please send an e mail to estesparkmusicfestival@gmail.com.

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Souper Bowl- 4th Annual Celebrity And Restaurant Cook-Off The 4th Annual Souper Bowl will be held on Sunday Feb. 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave. Tickets will be $10 for Adults, $5 for Children 3 to 12, and family $30.

Join your friends and neighbors for a delicious soup Cook-Off at Estes Park's own SouperBowl! This wonderful community event will encourage you to sample ten different soups, some homemade chef classics and some restaurant chef specialties and then have a big bowl of your favorite. Vote for the best soup or soups and we’ll declare an Individual Winner and a Restaurant Winner!

Beverages, crackers, and breads will be

included in the ticket, plus a Bake Sale with homemade desserts for sale.

Local Celebrity Chefs: Mayor Bill and Sue Pinkham Bo and Lauri Winslow (2013 & 2014 Champion) Local Restaurant Chefs: Twin Owls Steakhouse Ed’s Cantina & Grill (2014 Champion) Zolo’s Grill (of Boulder) Mountain Home Cafe Notchtop Bakery and Café Villa Tatra (of Pinewood Springs) Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery Dunraven Inn This event is a fundraiser for Lifelong Learning of Estes Valley Preschool for Tuition Assistance Program.

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Estes Park Parents as Teachers Program presents:

Family Night Feb 12, 5:30-7:30pm FREE for Families With Young Children (ages 0-5) Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue

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

Mark your calendar!

Thursday, February 12

Romance and Parenting Making it work!

Presented by:

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We will also have team work games for the whole family!

Dinner is provided by:

Karin Steers, M. Ed.

Please RSVP by February 9 to: Kristen Berg, PAT Program: 970-646-5840 kberg@evics.org Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a program of Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) www.evics.org

El programa Padres como Maestros de Estes Park PRESENTA:

Noche Familiar 12 de Febrero, 5:30-7:30pm GRATIS para familias con niños pequeños (0-5 años) Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue

Cena de familia, actividad con padres y niños, charla para los adultos (se provee cuidado para los niños)

Marca tu calendario!

Romance y Crianza de los hijos Como hacer que funcione!

Presentado por: Karin Steers, M. Ed.

Habra actividades para toda la familia!

Cena donada por:

Por favor confirmar asistencia antes del 9 de Febrero a: Natasha Iszler, Programa PAT: 970-646-5840 niszler@evics.org Padres como Maestros (PAT) es un programa de Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) www.evics.org

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“Nonprofit Fraud” Topic Of February EPNRC Workshop

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February 12 Lunch And Learn Explores Employee Benefits In The Nonprofit World

look at a benefit plan.

• How does your nonprofit handle employee benefits?

• Are there any ways to reward your employees for their dedication and still stay within been in public practice for 38 years.

Protecting You’re A$$ets: What nonyour staffing budget? profit boards must know will be the topic While specializing in tax and strategic • What are the ways a nonof EPNRC’s February 20th workshop be- planning for business owners and creative profit can structure benefits to philanthropy for high net worth families, ing held from Noon – 1:30 p.m. in the meet a diversity of generaPaul reserves a special passion for comHondius Room at the Estes Valley Litional needs? bating fraud in the workplace. s brary.

• How do you compensate Please free to bring your lunch to this If you keep up with the news, then you your employees if you don’t know that the nonprofit industry is not very interactive, timely and informative pay health insurance (and are immune to workplace fraud. Is your or- workshop as well as questions and experinot required by law to do so?) ganization doing all it can to prevent a ca- ences that you are willing to share.

• What’s your philosophy retastrophe? This workshop, designed for This workshop is offered free of charge garding employee benefits? nonprofit boards and directors, will fea- to EPNRC member organizations. NonMary Banken, Executive Diture an in depth discussion of the behav- member price is $15 per person. Don’t rector for the Estes Valley iors and environments that can conmiss out! For more information and to Land Trust will facilitate this month’s EPNRC is pleased to announce Februtribute to workplace fraud. We will join today visit www.epnonprofit.org/ roundtable. Both board members and ary’s Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discusexplore the measures you should take to nonproefit-organizational-memberships/ staff will benefit from this discussion, so sion, How Do YOU Show Them the be both proactive and preventative. You Registration is required. To register, visit LOVE? The Challenges and Blessings of come prepared to ask questions and will learn: www.estesvalleylibrary.org and select the Employee Benefits in a Non-Profit share your experiences and opinions!

• Yes, it can happen to your organization “Calendar” tab. Then proceed to the FebFeel free to bring your lunch.

World. This program will be held on • How to recognize "red flag" behaviors ruary 20th date, click on the event then Thursday, February 12 from Noon – 1:30 Lunch & Lean Roundtable Discussions • Simple, cheap and easy ways to prevent click “register now.” p.m. in the Hondius Room at the Estes are free of charge to EPNRC member orFor additional information on these or fraud in your nonprofit Valley Library. ganizations. Beginning in February, nonOur presenter, Paul Mueller, CPA is the other programs and services of the Estes members will be charged $10 per person.

Many times, nonprofit organizations Managing Director of Mueller & Associ- Park Nonprofit Resource Center, please think of employee benefits as something Don’t miss out! For more information contact Jill Lancaster at director@epnon- to consider only if large enough. And ates, CPA, LLC with offices in Loveland and to join today visit profit.org or 970-480-7805. and Estes Park. He holds licenses to www.epnonprofit.org/ even then, nonprofits may not offer the practice in Colorado and Texas, and has nonprofit-organizational-memberships/ benefits that employees want or need. It seems to be an afterthought for many – If you have ideas for future roundtable benefits? “When we have money” or discussions, please contact EPNRC exec“Our mission comes first.” But being a re- utive director, Jill Lancaster at sponsible employer means taking a hard director@epnonprofit.org.

Citizen Meetings with County Commissioner Tom Donnelly

Wed., February 11 @ 9:00am Estes Park Senior Center 220 4th Street, Estes Park Guest: Barbara Bennett, Coordinator of the Sheriff’s Auxiliary/Crime Prevention Unit; and David Moore, Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer. Topic: Fraud For more information on other citizen meetings, please call the Larimer County Commissioners’ Office - 498-7010

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EVRPD To Hold Public Meeting To Present Updates To Stanley Master Plan The Estes Valley Recreation and Park District invites the Estes Valley community to attend a public meeting to learn about progress in implementing Phase I of the Stanley Park Master Plan, as well as changes to that plan that are being considered. The meeting will be held at 7 pm on Wednesday, February 11 at the Estes Park Municipal Building, rooms 202-203.

Stanley Park was given to the Town of Estes Park by F.O. Stanley in 1936 for community recreation, and management of the park was turned over to EVRPD (then the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Recreation District) in 1957. The Stanley Park Master Plan was completed in August 2013, with funding support from a Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Planning Grant. The Estes Park community was fully engaged in the planning process, participating in four public meetings and additional focus groups to identify community desires for the future of Stanley Park. The Master Plan was produced by Design Concepts Community and Landscape Architects of Lafayette, CO, and can be found on the EVRPD website. EVRPD is currently preparing an application to GOCO to pay for implementation of aspects of Phase I, while incorporating additions to Stanley Park that have been heavily advocated for within the Estes Park community since the plan was completed.

Consistent with the Master Plan, EVPRD will seek funds to repair the Lawson Skate Park. Built of wooden components in 2003 as a result of a concerted community fundraising effort, it has since deteriorated to the point where portions of it are unusable. As recommended in the Master Plan, wooden obstacles will be replaced with concrete and metal structures that have a much longer life span. EVRPD will also ask for funds to install a dirt pump track, to be located near the skate park. A pump track is a small, contoured trail loop that can be ridden on a bike without pedaling, suitable for all ages and skill levels. This feature was identified as a priority through the master planning process, and is slated for Phase I. Improved pickleball facilities were also

identified in the Master Plan as a Phase I priority. Fashions in recreation change, and the in-line hockey rink by the skate park receives almost no use any more.

EVRPD will be seeking funds to convert that rink to four pickleball courts. Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. It is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, and there is a dedicated contingent of pickleball players in Estes Park already. EVRPD recently received a grant from the US Pickleball Association to pay for nets on the new courts.

Since the completion of the Master Plan, EVRPD has been approached by the Estes Park Cycling Coalition to install a bike park in Stanley Park. A bike park would allow both children and adults to ride on high quality single track with a mixture of natural and manmade obstacles, providing exercise and fun close to home. It would also provide an excellent training venue for the Estes Park High School’s mountain biking team, which is in its third year of existence and competes all over the state.

EVRPD has also agreed to partner with the Estes Valley Community Garden on a community garden in Stanley Park. This will be a 75’x90’ fenced garden space accommodating about 24 plots, including dedicated space for the Elementary School and Crossroads Ministry. A shared community garden for Estes Park will bring the opportunity for gardening to Estes Valley residents who lack the space or the funds to put in their own fenced garden.

Neither of these new projects is in the Stanley Park Master Plan, and for that reason EVRPD is particularly interested in hearing the opinions of the Estes Valley community before we move forward.

Please come to the meeting and learn more. Stanley Park is your park, and as EVRPD moves forward on planned improvements, we want to hear what you think-- all are welcome. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, at the Estes Park Municipal Building, Rooms 202-203. Please use the east entrance and take the elevators up to the meeting rooms.

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Game Night At The Museum Next Thursday On Thursday, February 12 beginning at 6:00 p.m. the public is welcome to come in and play another round of “Estes Park Bingo.” Museum Game Night is a great way to learn more about the rich history of Estes Park in a fun way, and even win small prizes. The bingo game is appropriate for all ages and no prior knowledge of local history is necessary to participate. Game Nights are free of charge; the Museum will provide snacks and refreshments. The next Game Night at the Museum will take place on Thursday, March 12 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Participants can leave for early bed-

times.

Located at 200 Fourth Street, the Estes Park Museum galleries are open on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The mission of the Estes Park Museum is to collect, interpret and preserve local history, as well as to present exhibits, programs and events for the education and benefit of residents and visitors of all ages. For more information call the Estes Park Museum at 970-586-6256 or visit the Museum’s website at www.estes.org/museum. Admission to the gallery is free.

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Hank Needs A New, Loving Forever Home, Can You Help Him?

Salud Family Health Center Welcomes Dr. John K. Stanton, D.O.

funding sterilization programs, edHank is a two year old ucate members neutered male Red of the Heeler Mix. He is commuvery happy go nity, eslucky. He’s great pecially with other dogs as young people, well as kids. Hank lisabout the humane tens well and is great treatment of animals on a leash. Hank’s and the responsibiliold family left him ties of pet ownerbehind and now he ship; and promote is looking ahead for community ina new family to love volvement in him forever. In the the use of pets meantime, he is as therapeutic playing with the agents (e.g., in dogs at the Pet nursing Lodge and they all homes). The tell Hank he’s a great Estes Park dog and deserves the Pet Assobest home ever. ciation is Maybe it’s you? your local You can meet Hank at humane society.

You the Estes Park Pet Lodge can make a tax-deat the Animal Medical Cenductible donation to ter on Manford Avenue or the Pet Association by call 586-9282 for more inforsending your check mation. to P.O. Box 4342, All pets are offered through Estes Park, CO the Pet Association of Estes Park, a 80517. For more innon-profit organization that works to formation, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, find homes for stray and abandoned pets, control dog and cat populations by President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.

This January, the Estes Park Salud Family Health Center is pleased to welcome a new provider, John K. Stanton, D.O. Dr. Stanton earned his degree in Osteopathic Medicine from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri. Dr. Stanton completed his residency in Family Medicine at Deaconess Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Of note, Dr. Stanton recently stepped down from private practice in Westminster, Colorado after 20 years.

Dr. Stanton is a Board Certified Family Medicine provider and has significant experience in the areas of Family Medicine, Urgent Care, Sports Medicine, Bariatric Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, and Acupressure/Acupuncture. Dr. Stanton will be providing primary care services for all ages as well as clinical acupuncture services at the Estes Park Salud Family Health Center.

Dr. Stanton is looking forward to the opportunity to serve a rural and underserved area of Colorado at the Estes Park Salud Family Health Center. He says, “Salud clinics have been at the forefront of community healthcare and their staff has been second to none.”

Outside of his work at Salud Family Health Centers, Dr. Stanton will be working as a consultant with government agencies in Broomfield and Denver, as well as with aviation, travel, racing, and medical informatics groups. He is excited to have the opportunity to hike, climb, and fish in Estes Park.

The Estes Park Salud Family Health Center continues to accept new patients.

For more information, please visit our website at www.saludclinic.org. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Stanton,

please call (303) MYSALUD (697-2583) or (970) 484-0999.

Salud Family Health Centers accepts all insurances, including most private insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and CHP+. Salud strives to uphold its mission to provide quality medical, dental and behavioral health services to all patients, regardless of ability to pay. For uninsured individuals, we offer discounted services based on family size and income.

Estes Park Newcomers Club To Meet On February 19th The next Estes Park Newcomers Club meeting will be held on Thursday, February 19th at The Twin Owls Steak House located at 800 MacGregor Avenue. Check in and socializing begins at 5:30 with dinner served at 6:00 and the program beginning at 7:00.

The speaker for our February meeting will be Melissa Westover, Manager and Executive Director of Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership. Created in 2002, the organization began with the purpose of offering an alternative solution for dealing with juvenile crime.

The program has expanded to serve adults and offering programs aimed at preventing crime and wrongdoing. These programs include Restorative Community Mediation, Student Support and Accountability Circles and Girls Circles.

Come to learn more about this community changing organization that is dependent on volunteers to successfully run the programs.

The buffet dinner will include salad, fresh baked bread, a vegetable medley, mashed potatoes, prime rib cabernet au jus, Black Canyon chicken, wild Norwegian salmon, basil pesto pasta, a choice of three desserts, sodas, tea and coffee. A cash bar will be available.

Reservations for the meeting are required in advance no later than noon, Friday, February 13th. Members or interested guests may make reservations for the February monthly meeting by going online to www.estesparknewcomers.org.

Any cancellations must occur by the deadline or you will be responsible for the cost of your reservation. Your reservation is confirmed ONLY when you receive an e-mail reply.

Prospective members are welcome and

may attend up to two general meetings before joining. Please sign up early as seating is limited.

Newcomer meetings are held the third Thursday of each month, September through May(except December). Luncheons or dinners provide opportunities to hear from community leaders or organizations. Meetings are held at various restaurants and locations to allow new members the opportunity to experience different restaurants in the Estes Valley and for the restaurants to showcase their offerings at a reasonable price. The reservation price may vary each month.

The Estes Park Newcomers Club, founded in 1965, is a social, non-profit and non-discriminatory organization. It was founded to help adult residents of the Estes Park area learn about the community while developing new friendships. A household/individual membership is open to any resident who has not been a member previously. Membership participation is limited to five years. Prospective members can join at any time. For membership information contact Margarete Steinhauer or Donna Holmes, epnewcomers@gmail.com or visit www.estesparknewcomers.org. Please join us!

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SARA BURKE is a past EPHS student and local resident who is a visual artist that teaches creative workshops in developing communities. She is out to prove that creative stimulation is an absolutely essential part of education and character development not only for children, but for adults as well.

Sara is proud to say that she is currently fundraising to help put together a creative workshop for a safe house for children that have been victims of violence. The safe house is in Moon Valley, about an hour outside of La Paz in Bolivia.

Sara said, “Even here in Estes Park, Colorado, a very prosperous and outwardly creative community, funding for creative programs is being cut. This is a huge tragedy for any school!

All of us have voices that we are truly obligated to share with the world, and how are we supposed to do that if we are not supported in our journeys to learn how?

In developing communities it's much more difficult for kids to get their hands on the supplies and space to begin creative relationships with themselves.

I've seen it first hand: when they are given what they need, their world becomes a completely different place! Creativity is healing, motivational, and it will give them the confidence they will need to deal with the problems at hand.

The painting workshop will be based off of Michele Cassou's Point Zero Method (www.michelecassou.com/). Of course, it is not about teaching the kids the technical ins and outs of making "good" work.

The children's work will be viewed by no one but me and them! The point is to make their creations an intimate experience for them. They will become comfortable using visual expression as a tool for healing, and for developing their unique voices.

All of the money raised will be going to painting supplies that I will buy locally in La Paz, a camera for documenting this project and all future projects, some smaller cameras for the children to interact

with, and part of the price of accommodations for myself and someone to operate the camera while we are in Moon Valley. I will be thrilled to be able to document this project as well as give the kids a wider audience to show the world about their lives and community and accomplishments!

My last project in Tanzania was almost entirely self-funded. Though I did, of course, appreciate the journey to get there, it was a long one. Your contribution, whatever it may be, will not only greatly broaden the horizons of what I am able to accomplish with this next project, but it makes me and my small team too grateful for words! Thank you and infinite blessings for your time and consideration, and I look forward to being able to share with you about our experience upon our return!”

Donations can be sent to Sara Burke, P.O. Box 1462, Estes Park, CO 80517 or visit her Indiegogo page at www.indiegogo.com/projects/ abundance-creations.

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Bible Study Fellowship has a new satellite group in Estes Park. Our group of women meets at Riverplace near the post office on Thursdays at 9:15 a.m.

This year’s study is on the life of Moses. Next year, we will study the Book of Revelation.

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Rev. Mwasakifwa To Speak At Community Church Of The Rockies The Rev. Elisha Mwasakifwa from Tanzania will be speaking at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies on February 15.

Rev. Mwasakifwa is one of four regional coordinators for the Marion Medical Mission shallow wells program and with the others has been visiting the States to help celebrate Marion's 30th anniversary. Everyone is invited to meet and chat with Rev. Mwasakifwa beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the church; he will bring the message during the 10:00 worship service.

Rev. Elisha Mwasakifwa has been working with MMM since 2004 and loves that

MMM is connected to God’s purpose, serves the needy and does not financially profit for their work. Formerly a pastor, he goes to the villages and sees the community as part of a congregation that he can share the love of God with them. “I am inspired to work with all my efforts to help people have a better life, and to love all who participate in the mission. Glory be to God!” In his spare time, Mr. Mwasakifwa enjoys spending time with his children and family, hiking and watching soccer.

On Saturday Feb. 14, all four coordinators (Mr. V. Khosa from Malawi, Mr. Jordon Banda from Malawi and Mr. Mhango from Zambia) will be treated to a tour of Rocky Mountain National Park and the town of Estes Park.

EVICS Hosts Family Fun Night February 12 Local family and marriage counselor, Karin Steers, will share tips on Romance and Parenting!

Estes Park Parents as Teachers Program continues to host monthly free Family Nights for families with young children ages 0-5 years.

The next Family Night will be Thursday, February 12, 5:30- 7:30 p.m. The fun evening includes a family dinner generously provided by El Mex-kal and a parent/child activity, followed by adult discussion with childcare provided.

Families enjoy the opportunity to eat together, socialize, play, and sharpen their parenting skills. Reservations are required.

Family Night is held at the Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue. Reservations are required by February 9th. For reservations please contact Kristen Berg: 970-646-5840 or kberg@evics.org Family Nights are held on the second Thursday of each month during the school year. Each Family Night includes a yummy dinner, a parent/child activity, followed by adult discussion with childcare provided. Dinners are generously donated by area restaurants and service clubs. All families with children ages 0-5 are invited to participate (including families with older siblings). If you’re a business or individual interested in volunteering or donating to Family Night, please contact Kristen at kberg@evics.org.

122 Apache Lyons, CO 80540

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Riverfront log home on over an acre.Very private, easy access, cathedral ceilings, great room, SS appliances, granite counters, 2 master bedrooms, wrap around deck, stone patio, 2 car garage, lots of wood, premium construction. Room for RV, storage/yard work shed. Forced air furnace, 2 heating stoves in Great room (Main level) & family room (lower level). Large back yard for play and privacy.Terraced back yard, landscaped for flowers and gardens.Ideal mountain home w/great access and privacy.

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358 CEDAR DRIVE

Private location in forested area of Big Elk Meadows. Enjoy the pastoral, meadow view of aspen grove & seasonal stream porched deck.

Community is surrounded by 1000's of acres of National Forest & is in prolific area 20. Assoc. provides common pasture for 2 horses, 2 tennis courts, heated swimming in summer, baseball field, basketball court & volley ball court. Big Elk was damaged by 2013 flood. This cabin & most properties have water...plans are in place for completion of the new water system. $179,000 MLS#746189

2625 MARYS LAKE RD. #37

Gorgeous rental condo beautifully finished w/granite counters stainless appliances, wood beamed great room, 2 stone fire places, custom tile flooring w/granite/slate inlays. Upper level deck & lower level patio has snow-capped views of the continental divide over Marys Lake. Washer/dryer in laundry, higher-end furniture. Hot tub on lower patio. Great investment & turn key. $329,000 MLS#731901

178 ASPEN DRIVE

Large,4 bedrm,vacation/principal residence in historic Big Elk Meadows. A unique property w/many upgrades yet retains classic 60's mahogany walls, trim, windows & kitchen cabinets. Large family room w/kids' play room up a spiral staircase. 2 bedrms,open to a stone patio w/hot tub.View Longs Peak & Meeker from huge master bedrm & decks. Meadow Lake is just out the front door & Nat. Forest out the back yard. Big Elk has 6 stocked fishing lakes, swimming pool, tennis courts, and year'round access.

$324,900 MLS# 695945

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RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOT Large residential lot with mature pines and many rock outcroppings.

Pastoral mountain views to the west. Several building sites around beautiful mossrock on 3.8 acres in Meadowdale Hills. Well and septic needed. Only $76,000.

LONGS PEAK VIEW Come see this home with the great open floor plan, single level living with private spaces for company and unbelievable views of Longs Peak and Twin Sisters. Located in the Uplands on over an acre of gorgeous mountain property, the owners have added their own personal touches with new landscaping and new concrete drive with extended parking area. Nicely secluded with easy access to town in a quality home. Includes many extra features like beautiful sunroom, spacious great room and family room, double vanities in 5 piece master bath, multifunctional loft and utility room. Offered at $565,000.

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Handgun Training Basic Pistol Shooting Courses will be offered on Saturday, February 7 and again on Saturday, March 7. These oneday classes are open to the general public and no previous firearms experience is required. The course includes both classroom and live-fire training with an emphasis on firearm safety, handgun knowledge, and beginning marksmanship with both revolvers and semi-automatic handguns. All student books and class materials, handguns, targets and ammunition will be provided. If you are considering buying a handgun, wait until after you take this class. This class meets the minimum state requirements to apply for a Colorado concealed handgun permit.

Students under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Preregistration is required. Tuition is $115.00 for general public and $100.00 for Estes Park Gun & Archery Club members. For more information or to pre-register, go to www.nrainstructors.org/searchcourse.aspx.

Select the class title, enter the Estes Park

ZIP code, and click search. You may also call Jim at 970-481-4279 for additional information or for assistance with preregistration. The class will be held at the Estes Park Gun and Archery Club Indoor Range, located at Community Drive and Highway 36, next to the dog park.

Defensive Handgun Skills Review: For those who have had intermediate or advanced pistol skills training, the Estes Park Gun and Archery Club provides a 90 minute Defensive Handgun Skills Review on the first Tuesday of each month at the club’s indoor range. This is not an “open range” or a class per se, but rather an instructor-led skills review and practice for those who have had formal training and have all of the required equipment. Cost is $1.00 for EPG&A Club members or $5.00 for non-members. Upcoming reviews will be Tuesday, February 3 and Tuesday, March 3. The reviews begin at 5:15 p.m., the range will be open by 5:00 p.m. You will need 100 – 150 rounds of ammunition.

Contact Jim for more information: 970481-4279.

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Perfect condition, used as a vacation home with very little use. Most furnishings are included.

$125,000 1265 Marys Lake Rd Beautiful lot that offers pines and great views. Nearly level with access off paved maintained street. Town water, sewer and natural gas are available at property line. This is ready for a buyer to build their custom home or cabin.

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$327,000 1600 Wapiti Cir 29 WORRY FREE,LUXURIOUS LIVING! ½ duplex ranch style condo w/hardwood floors, gas fireplace, vltd ceilings, redwood deck, priv. covered entrance. Views of Longs, Meeker, Twin Sisters.

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Wrestling Senior Night By: Coach Kevin Ash

You’ll love this updated 3000sf+ home... ...with long-range mountain views, expansive kitchen and vaulted great room. Newly fenced corral, barn and hay storage on 1+ acre lot are perfect for your horses. Quiet location set at the end of the lane in a natural setting that includes natural grass, rocks and trees. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms offer ample space for guests or the whole family.

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A good crowd filled the stands for the final wrestling dual of the season.

Wrestling parents were honored, but the night belonged to five senior wrestlers: Logan Ash, James Steadman, John Taylor, Dillon Rodgers and Marshall Dean were all honored for their commitment to the Bobcat program.

Seniors Logan Ash and James Steadman have been with the program all four years of High School. Each Senior was acknowledged during a pre-dual ceremony and given a personalized framed poster of their wrestling season. A cake and punch reception followed the wrestling in the High School commons.

Your Bobcat grapplers took down the Lyons Lions by a score of 48-18 Thursday night. Lyons has struggled with wrestling numbers this year and only brought four to the dual. Estes would finish the night with eight wins (seven by forfeit). Individual records from Thursday night include: 106 - Open 113 - Open 120 - Hunter Kitchen (0-1) Pinned in the First Period

126 - Logan Ash - (1-0) First period pin Win 132 - Bradley Jensen - (1-0) FFT Win 138 - James Steadman - (1-0) FFT Win 145 - Open - FFT Loss 152 - Eric Todd - (1-0) FFT Win 160 - Jacob Louk - (0-1) Pinned in the First Period 170 - John Taylor - (1-0) FFT Win 182 - Billy McWhorter - (1-0) FFT Win 195 - Dillon Rodgers - (1-0) FFT Win 220 - Marshall Dean - (1-0) FFT Win 285 - Open Exh 152 - Eric Todd - Pinned in the First Period The Bobcat wrestlers have two open weeks before the two-day regional tournament in Eaton on Feb. 13th and 14th. This time will be used to fine tune moves, increase intensity and heal those nagging injuries.

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Incident Near Black Lake In Rocky Mountain National Park At 12:30 p.m. last Saturday, January 31, park rangers were notified of a spot tracker device that had been activated.

Soon after, rangers received their first 911 call regarding an incident near Black Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Fifty-year-old, Jason Brooks, from Wheat Ridge was solo climbing when he reportedly took an approximate 100 foot tumbling fall on to soft snow. Solo climbing means a climb is done unroped. The fall was witnessed by visitors who were at Black Lake. The location was roughly 5.5 miles from the Glacier Gorge Trailhead.

Rangers were on scene 2.5 hours from

the initial call.

Brooks received numerous injuries but was ambulatory and with assistance from rangers was able to move down to an area where an air ambulance was able to land.

Flight for Life transported him to Medical Center of the Rockies at 4:15 p.m.

Fortunately, weather conditions and the location were conducive for assistance from a helicopter. Teams of Rocky Mountain National Park Search and Rescue personnel, assisted by Larimer County Search and Rescue and Rocky Mountain Rescue, were preparing for the potential of a lengthy rescue operation.

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Three Speakers At Next Quilt Guild Meeting There will be three speakers at the February 11, 2015, Estes Valley Quilt Guild.

The program will be a panel discussion on Competitive Quilting: Entering Your Quilts in Shows and Contests. Three accomplished, award-winning quilters will relate their experiences.

Mardi Carter has been sewing since childhood and was drawn into quilting by her daughters. She began showing her work in 2011 in the Hoffman Challenge, where she won a prize. With that encouraging start, she went on to win awards in 2013 and 2014. Her quilts have also won awards in the Denver National Quilt Festival and the Quilt Colorado Show. One of her quilts was shown in a special exhibit at the International Quilt Festival of Ireland.

Mary Ann Jobe is a Colorado transplant from Ohio, mother of three and grandmother of three, who says, "Sewing is my life." In 2013, Mary Ann's quilt was exhibited at American Quilter's Society Quilt Week in Paducah, Kentucky. In-

strumental in the founding of FACE, Fiber Arts Council of Estes, Mary Ann has also shown her quilts in shows in Colorado. Her quilting talents employ a variety of media.

Annette Kennedy, an avid amateur photographer, creates her landscape and pictorial quilts using various commercial, hand-dyed, and hand painted fabrics. She is inspired by her travels, botanic gardens, and hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. She has won numerous awards over the past decade at shows in Colorado, Ohio, New Mexico, California, Kentucky and Tennessee. She is a frequent speaker and teacher and has an on-line class titled "Painted Pictorial Quilts.â&#x20AC;?

The Guild meets at Good Samaritan Village, 1901 Ptarmigan Trail. The business meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. However, if you come at 6:30 you can catch up with friends and visit before the meeting begins. The Guild is always glad to welcome visitors.

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Jeanne Marie Grether Jeanne Marie Grether, 93, passed from this life on January 24, 2015 after a full, memorable life.

Jeanne was born in Denver, Colorado on February 13, 1921 to Albert Daniel and Mary (Walker) Nelson. As a young adult in Denver she worked at an industrial bank. In 1944 she met a young pastor, Rev. Herbert G. Grether, at a church camp (Innsmont) in Bailey, Colorado. They married in 1945 and served at the Rankin Presbyterian Church in Brush, Colorado for several years.

In 1947 the Grethers answered a call to serve as Presbyterian missionaries in Thailand. Thus began a meaningful missionary career in that spanned 21 years. Jeanne loved her work with Thai women and as an English teacher to Thai teachers and also worked in prison ministry. Her four children had the time of their life growing up in the tropics.

Leaving the mission field in 1969, Jeanne and Herb lived in California, then Colorado where Herb did a series of interim pastorates. He then worked as a permanent pastor for seven years at the Community Church of the Rockies in Estes Park before retiring in 1985.

Jeanne was a natural as a pastor’s wife due to her warmth and outgoing nature.

She also used her excellent secretarial skills throughout her life, including a

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job as office manager for Dr. Maurice Albertson, “Father of the Peace Corps” at CSU. Jeanne’s life can be noted for many worthwhile accomplishments but what endures is her optimism, faith and unconditional love for people. Family will miss her loving heart and warm hugs.

Jeanne is survived by her children, Bob (Katy) of Salida; Mark (Ying) of Berkeley, CA; Mary Ligon (Lee) of Loveland; Bruce (Thomas Manes) of Wimberley, TX; “adopted daughter” Carol Licht (Jeff) of Yakima, WA; and her grandchildren, Greth and Mark Ligon, Molly Grether and Anna Grether.

A celebration of Jeanne’s life will be held at First United Presbyterian Church at 4th and Jefferson Streets in Loveland, 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 14, 2015, officiated by the Reverends Laurie Lyter and Paul Wiener.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grether Scholarship Fund for McGilvary College of Divinity in Chiangmai, Thailand. Checks should be made out to “First United Presbyterian Church,” (400 E. 4th St./Loveland, CO 80537) with “Grether Scholarship Fund” on the memo line. Online condolences may be sent to family at www.kibbeyfishburn.com.

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May 31, 1933 - January 17, 2015 Darlene J. Millikan died suddenly after suffering a stroke, leaving behind a loving family and a lasting legacy of love. Darlene Millikan (Harskamp) was born in Hawarden, IA, to Ed Harskamp Sr. and Tonja “Marie” Harskamp (Kersbergen). She married Tony Roskam, son of Anthony Roskam and Sophia Roskam (Rozenboom) of Rock Rapids, Iowa, in 1950, which ended in divorce in 1972. She married Carl W. Millikan of Hawarden, IA, in 1976. Darlene received her nursing degree from the School of Practical Nursing of Des Moines, IA. in 1968.

After raising her family, Darlene had a rich employment history in the medical field in Des Moines, IA; and in Denver, CO. She worked as a pharmacy assistant in Estes Park, CO. She served at Goodwill West Rehabilitation Center and Lutheran Social Services in Des Moines, IA, and Bethany Home for the Aged in Sioux Falls, SD. In Sibley, IA, she served with Hospice of Osceola County. Both she and Carl volunteered at Open House Ministries in Vancouver, WA. Darlene dearly loved her family and was a gracious and generous wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. In 1990, Darlene and Carl moved to Estes Park, CO, to be near

their grandchildren, Rebekah and Brooke Roskam, during the extended illness and subsequent death of their mother Audrey Roskam. Darlene enjoyed and perpetuated a rich spiritual heritage. In her retirement years, she and Carl attended Mountain View Bible Fellowship in Estes Park, CO, Tabernacle Baptist Church in George, IA., Battleground Baptist Church and Starting Grounds Church, both in Battleground, WA. She had three siblings: Alida Millikan (Roger) of Lake Park, IA, Ed Harskamp Jr. (Jan) of Sibley, IA, and Jim Harskamp (Linda) of Sioux Center, IA. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Carl W. Millikan, of Brush Prairie, WA. She is also survived by her three sons: Michael Roskam (Sherrill) of Brush Prairie, WA, Doug Roskam (Kaye) of Hull, GA, and Mark Roskam (Virginia) of Vancouver, WA. She and Carl have seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Marie Harskamp, niece Barbie Harskamp, nephew Clint Harskamp, grandson Stephen Roskam, and daughter-in-law Audrey Roskam.

A family Memorial Service will be held and her remains will be interred at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, OR. Memorial contributions may be sent to Open House Ministries, P.O. Box 242, Vancouver, WA, 98666 or go to www.sheltered.org.

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Lindsay Dale McCann Harding February 21, 1984 – January 29, 2015 Lindsay Harding, 30, our beloved princess, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep early in the morning of January 29. Born and raised in Texas, Lindsay moved to Estes Park in 2012 and had been employed at The Stanley Hotel and Cables Pub & Grill. A 2002 graduate of The John Cooper School in The Woodlands, Texas, she also attended Baylor University, married Dustin Harding of Spring, Texas in 2005, and worked as a medical assistant in The Woodlands until the birth of her son, Matthew, in 2007. She was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church, The Woodlands, Texas. She leaves her son, Matthew Young Harding, of Estes Park; parents Pat and Robin McCann of Estes Park; brother Michael Patrick McCann and fiancée Tiffany Reinders

of Dallas, Texas; Dustin Harding of Spring, Texas; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents and friends. A private graveside service was held at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens on Monday, February 2 with Pastor Hal Irvine of Mountain View Bible Fellowship officiating.

There will be a gathering to celebrate Lindsay’s life at Cable’s Pub & Grill Thursday February 12 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Lindsay loved people and animals, and had adopted many strays and rescue animals during her short life, including her cat Butters, adopted in Estes Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Estes Park Pet Association, c/o Allnutt Funeral Service, 1302 Graves Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517. See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Lindsay’s family.

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

Al-Anon Meetings In Allenspark The Al-Anon Group in Allenspark is now meeting at the Fire Station at 14861 S. St. Vrain, Highway 7 every Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

For info: 303-747-2415.

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

880 MacGregor Avenue.

Estes Park Al-Anon Al-Anon Group in Estes Park meets

from 7-8 p.m. every Friday at U.S. Bank. 363 E. Elkhorn Ave. Guests are welcome. Call 970-586-4268 for more info.

Fall River Group of AA The Fall River Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at noon. 7:00 p.m. meetings are also held every night except Thursday and Saturday.

Meeting location is 701 Elm Rd. next to the automotive shop. We welcome friends and visitors to attend these open meetings.

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

Al-Anon Newcomers Al-Anon Newcomers meets at Harmony from 7 to 8 p.m. Saturdays, 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd., Estes Park.

Calling All Fiber Artists-Juried Show rd

3 Annual FACE of Fiber in the Rockies Entry Invitation Colorado fiber artists are invited to enter the show. All fiber media is welcome, including (but not limited to) apparel, weaving, spinning, quilting, basketry, felting, knitting, tatting, lace, dolls, needlepoint, crocheting, papermaking, handspun fiber, crocheting, accessories, and beading (no strung beads).

Categories are: Estes Valley residentsnon-juried, Juniors-18 years or younger, and Colorado residents-juried. Prizes awarded in all three categories.

The exhibition will be held at the Park Village Playhouse in Estes Park, CO on

June 12, 13, 14, 2015. A special section of the show will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Entry deadline is April 1, 2015. For further details, visit www. fiberartsep.com.

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Development Assistant Seeking support for our busy Membership and Development department.

Primary responsibili es include data entry, clerical and campaign and event support. Poten al grant research and wri ng opportunity. Wan ng a friendly, focused, posi ve, professional team player with: â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

Experience with data entry, customer service, administra ve work Excep onal a!en on to detail, accuracy and e"ciency in all aspects of work Strong wri ng and customer service skills Solid computer skills (high competence with MS Word, including mail-merging, forma#ng and prin ng and basic MS Excel) Raiserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge experience a plus A valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a clean motor vehicle record

Full- me, 32- 40 hours/week with beneĂ&#x17E;ts Apply: E-mail cover le!er with related experience, career goals, availability and resume to: carolyn.kilgore@RMConservancy.org See full posi on descrip on at RMConservancy.org Open un l Ă&#x17E;lled

Estes Valley Vacation Rentals is looking for a

PT Bookkeeper

Must be Quickbooks literate.

Will consider expanding role within co. in the near future.

Email resume to Michael.evvr@gmail.com

Home Care

Come and join an organization living the wonderful mission of helping seniors age independently at home through support and healthcare services provided by InnovAgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s valued employees.

InnovAge Homecare North In Estes Park is currently seeking HOME CARE PERSONAL CARE WORKERS & CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS.

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CAMPGROUNDS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Job Announcement Opening Date: January 30, 2015 Job Announcement Closing Date: until filled Under supervision of the Campgrounds Manager, the Year-Round Campgrounds Maintenance Supervisor is a non-exempt position under FLSA, responsible for overseeing and completing all property maintenance-related duties at the Estes Park Campground at Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake and the Estes Park Campground at East Portal for the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD). This position requires expertise in many diverse tasks related to campground maintenance as well as staff supervision. The Campgrounds Maintenance Supervisor must possess excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to perform and teach others a variety of routine and skilled maintenance, construction, custodial, and repair activities involving campground buildings, grounds, and equipment.

A minimum of three yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in property and/or campground maintenance, or a related field with a minimum of two yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in supervising employee teams, training and management concepts; or a combination of experience required to perform the job effectively. Previous experience with landscaping work, plumbing, electrical, construction, light and heavy machinery required. Knowledge of computer use which includes a variety of software and web-based programs. Employee must have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, preferably CDL class B. CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, Class S Water Operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certification, Certified Pool Operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certification, and Playground Inspectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certification or the ability to obtain these within 6 months upon hire. Pesticide applicator license preferred.

All applicants tentatively selected for the position of Campgrounds Maintenance Supervisor will be required to submit and successfully complete a physical examination and criminal background check prior to appointment. Applicants are required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal or prohibited drug use and appointment to the position is contingent upon results.

Salary Range: $30,000 - $36,000 annually DOE; DOQ Benefits: 457 tax-deferred retirement plan, excellent health, dental, and life benefits, other benefits included Normal Working Hours: : 8 AM to 5 PM; with occasional weekend, evening and holiday hours. Employee must be willing to be on-call and available if mechanical emergencies require immediate attention.

Applications and a complete job description may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com.

Submit employment applications and a resume on or before the closing date to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention Zenda Smith; PO Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application and resume to zenda@evrpd.com EEO/AA/ADA

Ideal applicants will have at least a year experience working with the elderly in some capacity.

Apply online at www.myinnovage.org Or call for more information (970) 586-3118

Rocky Mountain National Park (Estes Park) is now hiring Motor Vehicle Operators (Custodial) for the 2015 summer season. This is a 40 hour a week position which starts at $15.51 per hour and runs from May through September.

The open period to apply for this position is February 2nd to February 15th 2015. You must apply at WWW.USAJOBS.GOV. Applications sent to Rocky Mountain National Park will not be accepted.

Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for a full-time SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST. Salary range is $32,500 to $51,300 with benefits. Up to ten years of previous experience in an accredited school district may be granted. Must hold or be able to obtain a Colorado Special Services license as a K-12 School Psychologist.

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Interested applicants must apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/.

Only online applications are accepted.

Position is open until filled. See full posting at www.estesschools.org/Employment. with questions: 970-586-5321 x3301.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

CAMPGROUNDS ASSISTANT MANAGER Job Announcement Opening Date: January 30, 2015 Job Announcement Closing Date: until filled Under supervision of the Campgrounds Manager, the Campgrounds Assistant Manager is a non-exempt position under FLSA, responsible for assisting in the management of the Estes Park Campground at Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake and the Estes Park Campground at East Portal for the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD). This position requires specialization and expertise in campground management and maintenance. The Campgrounds Assistant Manager performs all job duties to reach or surpass the goal of ensuring the best possible guest service, while meeting or exceeding financial goals. This position requires the ability to perform a variety of managerial, clerical, and light maintenance tasks. This employee must possess excellent organizational, record-keeping, and public relations skills.

A minimum of three yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in business management or a related field with a minimum of two yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in supervising employee teams; or a combination of experience required to perform the job effectively. A Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in business management, accounting, parks and recreation, or similar field is desired; or a combination of experience and education required to perform the job effectively. Employee must have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a clean driving record, CPR, First Aid, and AED certification or the ability to obtain these within 6 months upon hire.

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All applicants tentatively selected for the position of Campgrounds Maintenance Supervisor will be required to submit and successfully complete a physical examination and criminal background check prior to appointment. Applicants are required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal or prohibited drug use and appointment to the position is contingent upon results.

Seeking an out going, positive person to answer phones, check in guests and provide positive guest rela tions. Drop off resume and references at 481 W. Elkhorn Ave. Call Loretta at 970-480-2955

Pay Range: Non-Exempt; Temp; $14.00 - $17.00/hour; DOE; DOQ Normal Working Hours: 8 AM and 5 PM; with occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work as necessary during the camping season; part-time/on-call during the off-season as needed. Hours per week will range between 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 40 hours depending upon season and level of assistance requested by the Campgrounds Manager.

Is looking for Front Desk Staff

Applications and a complete job description may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com.

Submit employment applications and a resume on or before the closing date to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention Zenda Smith; PO Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application and resume to zenda@evrpd.com EEO/AA/ADA

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Help Wanted

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

Prospect Park Living Center CNA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Time RNâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Time Social Worker â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Time Med/Surg CNA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Time

Physical Therapy Physical Therapist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PRN Occupational Therapist - PRN

Home Health Hospice CNA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Time Personal Care Provider â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Time Environmental Services Housekeeper â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Part Time Dietary Department Dietary Aide â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Part Time

Send cover letter and resume to hr@epmedcenter.com or visit our website at epmedcenter.com and fill out an application.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SAFEHOUSE ADVOCATE

Estes Valley Victim Advocates is seeking a part-time Safehouse Advocate to work with victims of domestic violence. Will be responsible for maintaining safehouse and residential program. Flexibility a must! â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issues helpful â&#x20AC;˘ Crisis intervention and case management skills beneficial â&#x20AC;˘ Strong oral and written abilities â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work independently and as a team member Send or fax resume

by February 16 to:

ESTES VALLEY VICTIM ADVOCATES P.O. Box 1287 Estes Park, CO 80517 Phone 577-9781 Fax 866-295-3597

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Now Accepting Applications For â&#x20AC;˘ Restaurant Server â&#x20AC;˘ Restaurant Busser 101 South St. Vrain Avenue EOE,M/F/H/V

FRONT DESK AGENT Boulder Brook seeks a Front Desk Agent. Outgoing personality.

Detail oriented.

30 Hours Winter / Full Time Summer PICK UP APPLICATION AT: 1900 FALL RIVER ROAD - ESTES PARK, CO 80517

Year Round Assistant Baker Buildings Maintenance Technician Center Services & Support Office Manager Food Service Storeroom Supervisor General Maintenance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Eve shift Vehicle Maintenance Technician Seasonal & Part Time (PT) Positions Please view the full list at ymcarockies.org/work Job descriptions & applications are on our website: ymcarockies.org/work (970) 586-3341 x1032

The Discovery and Coyote Lodges are hiring immediately for full time

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Year round or seasonal available, end of year bonuses.Housing available.

Looking for fast paced self starters with a good positive attitude!

Starting at $9-10 depending on experience.

Come by the Discovery office and fill out an application or call (970) 586-3336 with any questions.

FULL TIME POSITION Medical Assitant

Duties Include: â&#x20AC;˘ Rooming patients â&#x20AC;˘ Urine Drug Screen Collection â&#x20AC;˘ Drawing Blood â&#x20AC;˘ Allergy Shots â&#x20AC;˘ Blood Pressure Checks â&#x20AC;˘ Immunizations Apply online at www.uchealth.org or contact Timberline Medical Clinic 970-586-2343 Email resume to bruce.carmichael@uchealth.org

Website Builder

Hours: P/T, 15-20 hours per week. Flexible work hours although 8-5 preferred.

Job Description: The Website Builder is a website fulfillment position which requires proficiency in HTML5 andCSS. Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@realleads.net.

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Highlands Presbyterian Camp & Retreat Center in Allenspark is seeking part-time year round housekeeping staff, kitchen staff and a front desk host. Hours vary based on the season. Valid CO driver's license and background check required.

Apply online at www.highlandscamp.org or email your resume to info@highlandscamp.org. For more information contact Brad at 303-747-2888.

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Pick up application at 453 E. Wonderview Ave #4 970-586-0272

MAINTENANCE WORKER Must be available to work 6 days per week.

Must be a non-smoker.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

20 Hours / week

DATE POSTED: January 28, 2015

SALARY: $12.50 hour. Non-benefitted.

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Send cover letter, resume and application form (found at estesvalleylibrary.org) via mail or e-mail to: Claudine Perrault, PO Box 1687, Estes Park, CO 80517, cperrault@estesvalleylibrary.org. Job description at estesvalleylibrary.org.

CLOSING DATE: 9 pm, February 17, 2015

WHAT YOU DO: Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the essence of a patronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s welcoming experience at the first-floor service desk, ensuring a great visit and a fond farewell.

WHO YOU ARE: You love to assist people of all ages in person, via email, and on the telephone.

You possess communication skills extraordinaire.

The right candidate provides exceptional customer service and excels in a fast-paced, multitasking and detail-oriented team environment.

Must love change, efficiency, and be a quick learner! Applicant will demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to learn computer systems.

QUALIFICATIONS: Higher education degree or 2 years of related experience or training; Outstanding organizational, communication and customer-service skills; Proven attention to detail and follow-through; Intermediate (or better) computing skills; Fluent written and spoken English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

The Estes Valley Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer.

MJ Aldrich Builders is looking for a

Carpenter Helper Call 970-214-0946

Apply in person or email resume.

BEST WESTERN PLUS Silver Saddle 1260 Big Thompson Avenue cory@estesresort.com

Town of Estes Park Seasonal Employment Opportunities Mar 30-Sep 26 The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for the following Seasonal positions: Street Maintenance Parks Maintenance Fairgrounds Maintenance Fairgrounds Clerical Visitor Services Community Service Officer Hiring rate $10.50 - $13.50 depending on experience Positions open until filled Applications are located at: â&#x2013;Ş Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. west foyer (Mon-Fri 8 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 pm) â&#x2013;Ş www.estes.org/jobs â&#x2013;Ş Submit Town application, resume and cover letter to: â&#x2013;Ş Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR â&#x2013;Ş PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or â&#x2013;Ş Fax 970-577-4770 The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

JOIN OUR TEAM! The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for:

Evening Custodian (2:30-10:30 pm)

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

Brighten the lives of older adults in your community. Provide non-medical home care services to our greatest generation! *No medical background required* *Training and Support provided* *Flexible Day, Evening, Over night and Weekend shifts* Sign on Bonus for Estes Park area!

Apply online to homeinstead.com/northerncolorado Or call Amalia Ornelas for more information (970) 494-0289 Web Brochure: www.HISC365CG.digbro.com Build Trust, Take the Lead and Share your Heart

Wyndham Vacation Ownership, the largest vacation ownership company in the world, at WorldMark Estes Park is presently hiring:

Front Desk &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Housekeeping

Come work for a growing prosperous company, have the opportunity to advance and be a part of our fun, energetic team delivering ultimate customer service. We offer great benefit choices and 401k employer matching contributions.

Pick up your application at: 701 Riverside Dr.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Restaurant (American Cuisine) is seeking professional and experienced line cooks.

Full-time and part-time are available.

Call 303-264-9803.

40 Hours / week DATE POSTED: February 4, 2015 SALARY: $40 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 46,000 annually + generous vacation and medical benefits

The successful candidate must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and physical demands/lift test. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a high school diploma or GED.

CLOSING DATE: 9 pm, Tuesday, February 24.

WHAT YOU DO: You are the planning prodigy for enriching adult library programs and services in the Estes Valley. You regularly develop written communications with warmth and accuracy to promote library resources to all the community.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WHO YOU ARE: You are a caring listener with a passion for serving people. You enjoy creativity while building connections and partnerships in the community. You work well independently while also exceling in a multi-tasking and detail-oriented team environment. You are attentive to deadlines and can work a flexible schedule to staff some weekend and evening programs. Finalist candidates will be invited to provide samples of marketing materials they have previously written.

Office Manager Assistant Responsibilities include answering phones, scanning documents, client relations, and all other office operational activities. Candidate must have excellent interpersonal communication skills, computer skills, written and verbal skills, and must be HAPPY!!!! Candidates must reside in Estes Park.

Hours are 25-35 per week, Monday through Friday.

Opportunity for advancement.

HOW YOUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LL SPEND YOUR TIME: 35% - development of frequent marketing materials; 25% planning and delivery of library programs; 15% administrative-level team leadership; 15% - library-wide communications and public relations, and 10% corresponding and meeting with community members.

Interested candidates please send resume and compensation requirements to acct.roth2010@gmail.com

Police Depart. $1,810 - $2,172 per pay period Close Date: February 19, 2015

Human Resource Manager Administrative Services Dept. $1,940 - $2,813 per pay period Close Date: February 24, 2015

Facilities Manager Public Works Dept. $2,316 - $3,358 per pay period Close Date: February 24, 2015

Parks Maintenance Worker I/II Public Works Dept./Parks Division I: $15.64 - $21.12 per hour II: $17.20 - $23.23 per hour Close Date: February 24, 2015

Visitor Information Assistant I (Temporary) Visitor Services Division $10.76- $13.50 per hour Close Date: February 13, 2015 (Town employment application required)

Transportation Advisory Board Volunteer Member (3) Close Date: February 23, 2015 (Committee Application required)

QUALIFICATIONS: Higher education degree, or 2 years of related experience or training; Outstanding organizational and customer-service skills; Expert ability to communicate in writing; Proven attention to detail and follow-through; Solid basic computing skills; Fluent written and spoken English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus; Marketing background is a plus.

The Estes Valley Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer.

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Local pest control company is looking for a professional, customer-focused individual to service and grow an existing route This includes servicing local commercial and residential accounts in the Estes Park area.The individual must live in Estes Park to be considered The ideal person will work well with minimal supervision, and has prior experience in sales and service. The individual does not need to have prior pest control experience, but it is beneficial. Performance-based compensation package provided.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following: Professional, clean-cut appearance Ability to pass drug screening and physical assessment Clean background and MVR Please submit all resumes and inquiries to kevin@enviropest.com

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PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Send cover letter, resume and application form to: Claudine Perrault, PO Box 1687, Estes Park, CO 80517, or cperrault@estesvalleylibrary.org. Full job description and application form can be found at www.estesvalleylibrary.org.

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

Only online applications are accepted.

Position open until filled. Contact Charles Scott with questions: 970-586-5321 x3301.

Bus Driver Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS. Receive a one-time $1,000.00 bonus upon successful hire. Salary range $13.53 - $15.31 with benefits. Class B with SP2 endorsement preferred. Training will be provided.

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

Only online applications accepted.

Positions open until filled.

ADULT SERVICES SUPERVISOR

Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for a full-time, year-round CUSTODIAL position. Salary range is $12.77 to $14.45 per hour, with benefits.

Beautiful, spacious 2story 2,000 sq ft modern home. $750 + utilities + 1 mo. deposit. 1st fl BR, plus next BR use (10 mos of yr) + garage pkng. Share w/1 housemate downstairs.

Looking for only 1 roommate Owner home 2 mos/yr.Lg windows, panoramic views, easy walk to town, great location. NS. 970-690-3444

Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or Fax 970-577-4770

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

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Carriage Hills long term rental, 2bd + poss 3bd in Commercial Rentals loft, 2ba, 2car gar. n/s,n/p,1625/mo + deposit Graves Avenue Plaza has 2 + util,avail. April 1, units available for Rent. Each 970-214-4910 House For Rent 3br 1ba, 1100 sq ft. $1500/mo +util.

Call 231-3656

Apartments 2 BDRM 1 BA, ex cond. $950/mo + elec. & sec dep. Cable, W/D incl. In quiet area. NS/NP. Avail immed. 1 yr lease. Ref required. 720-838-5724

Cabins Near YMCA 2 trailers for rent. incl. all utilities except gas $500 + $550.

1st + Last + $200 deposit..

No dogs.

Call 586-9633 or 480-5176

unit has reception area and private offices, individual heat and A/C. Call Peggy 5861000 to take a look!

Space available in Range Realty Bldg. on Elkhorn Ave. 700 sq. ft. $900/mo.

Ample parking, 1 yr. lease.

Call Annie 970-586-2345

Wants To Rent Wanted- home to rent long-term lease. Mature lady w/ sm. dog and cat.

Need starting Apr, May or mid-June. 1-2 yr lease.

970-586-4208.

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RV STORAGE Sites available for RV storage on Moraine Ave., $50/mo.

970-412-9672

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Caregiving Foot/Nail Care Incl. foot soak, toenail cutting, callus removal, massage.

Clinic and home visits.

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970-443-8494

Personal Care Provider available in your home.

Errands, meal prep, light house work. Personal attention and care on a flexible schedule.

Competitive rates.

(970) 481-4076

REAL ESTATE Duplexs Newer 1 BR w/ office alcove, west of town. N/S, N/P. 970-586-6487

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Call Derek in EP at 210-393-3735

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ARCHITECTURE

BECK Architects

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Music Piano Lessons Now accepting students ages 6-18 (970) 480-5294

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Men's Ski Superpipe Finals (Sunday) Alex Ferreira (BRONZE)

Men's Ski Superpipe Finals (Sunday) Simon d'Artois (GOLD)

Women's Ski Slopestyle Final (Saturday) Emma Dahlstrรถm (GOLD)

Women's Snowboard Superpipe Finals (Saturday) Kelly Clark (SILVER)

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20-Acre Mountain Estate Enjoy comfortable living & room for all w/ 5 bedroom suites, each w/ custom crafted baths & SW feel. Gorgeous garden areas & multiple outdoor spaces where your cares will slip away. Ideal horse property w/ endless riding & hiking adventures from your yard as property backs to National Forest. Minutes to Estes Park, shopping & dining. All the best of mountain living... $725,000 6777 US Highway 36

Custom Mountain Home with Amazing Views

Expand Your Idea of “Log Cabin”…

Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, raised dishwasher & oven, Jenair cooktop & granite counters.

Quality finishes include gas fireplace, constant hot water, media room wired for surround sound & much more. Main floor master suite, walk-out lower level w/ 2-bedrooms, family room & abundant storage. Backs to National Forest, with spacious decks & gorgeous views of Longs Peak.

Full log home on wooded lot with 4500sf of living space & mountain views. Features open floor plan, greatroom w/moss rock fireplace, main floor master suite, kitchen with stainless appliances & walk out lower level. A wrap around deck beckons you to dine or relax in the hot tub after a day of hiking in nearby RMNP. Enjoy the wildlife, peaceful setting and convenience of being close to town & amenities.

$595,000 129 Alpine Drive

$785,000 951 Woodland Court

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Wooded Seclusion in Pinewood Springs

Truly Majestic Enjoy 360-degree views from this 3.74/acre lot in highly desirable Hillcrest Estates. It will be easy to create your mountain sanctuary, as this level lot presents an easy building site, existing well and available natural gas. Views from Twin Sisters to Longs & Meeker, as well as The Continental Divide,The Mummy Range and around to Eagle Rock, amazing...everywhere you look. $379,000 1831 Stonegate Drive

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Balanced Rock at Black Canyon Spectacular unit adjacent to the Wedding Pavilion boasts 2 beautifully appointed master suites, greatroom w/gas fireplace, kitchen w/stainless appliances & granite counter tops & HUGE views of Lumpy Ridge & Black Canyon. Spacious deck & private balcony off 2nd bedroom provide the mountain experience guests desire. Prime season is just around the corner; let’s talk today!

Nestled in a natural setting to enjoy the vast views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. Passive solar home is well designed with energy efficiency in mind. 3 bed/3.5 bath, GR w/ fireplace. Master suite w/ private bath and walk in closet. Lots of storage!

Fenced backyard, plus private patio & large deck.

Great getaway, family home or investment property. $339,000 3217 Fish Creek Road

$439,000 800 MacGregor Avenue H-4

Just 1 mile off Highway 36 & worlds away from the hustle & bustle are 2 private acres of wonderful forest, views & total silence. Build your dream home or mountain getaway & enjoy the peace & quite. Driveway & well have been installed. Close to Estes Park, Lyons, National Forest & RMNP; have the services you need & tranquil mountain living you long for... $129,000 922 Estes Park Estates Drive

Rocky Mountain Log Home Privacy and views await you at this radiant full log home. It is ideal for your Colorado adventures with five bedrooms and three baths, including a bunk room with six built in bunks. Over an acre of native landscape and rock outcroppings to explore. Eat-in kitchen with skylight and door to the wrap around deck with views. Great Room with cathedral ceilings and wall to ceiling windows.

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2.28 acres in wind protected dell between two developed properties, just off Snow Top Dr. at 35 Mink Court. An easy access in Cedar Springs, with quiet views. Well installation and access to water should be fairly easy. Sellers are willing to carry initially.

Call for more info.

Nestled into Prospect Mountain this 4 bedroom /2 bath home offers comfort with open floor plan, vaulted/beamed ceilings and moss rock fireplace.

Enjoy extensive decks and mature pines on almost 2 acres.The mountain views will captivate you. 2 car attached garage and finished walkout lower level make this the perfect primary residence or vacation rental.

$34,000 35 Mink Court

$399,000 1624 Prospect Mountain

Dramatic Views of The Continental Divide Welcome to this mountain home, nestled against 63acres of open space & National Forest. Sited to take advantage of panoramic views, you'll enjoy gazing at snow-capped peaks. Generous 4005sf floorplan provides one-level living & room for company. 3-bedroom suites, 4 luxurious baths, home office, 4 fireplaces, wrap-around deck & 3-bay garage complete the package. Lots of custom features throughout!

Classic Cabin Relaxing historic cabin w/ HUGE views of Longs Peak & the Continental Divide.Well cared for 2-bedroom cabin, w/ living room & stone fireplace, spacious kitchen/dining & view windows.Walk to Rocky Mountain National Park w/ downtown just minutes away.

For summer hiking, biking & relaxing or a successful summer nightly rental, you've found the perfect place. $239,900 2211 High Drive

$795,000 2091 Uplands Circle

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Lumpy Ridge View

750 Pine Tree Drive

Open living and great location near RMNP and YMCA make this an ideal choice for your new Estes Park home. Just above the Big Thompson, enjoy strolls along the river, evenings fly fishing. Light a fire in your moss rock fireplace. Enjoy Lumpy Ridge views from big deck and fenced yard for your dogs.

This comfortable move-in ready home has lots of storage and an oversized garage.

Tired of the noise from the city and crowded suburbs? Here is a great opportunity to live in peace and harmony. Just up the road from downtown Estes Park and the entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park, build your Dream Mountain Home on this beautiful mountainside corner lot. Featuring: Southern Exposure, Rock Outcroppings, Wooded Lot, Tremendous Views, and access to hiking trails.

Spacious deck overlooks open space, ponds & BIG views! 2 bed/2 bath home features living area w/ gas fireplace, dining area, master suite w/ jetted tub & separate shower + sun room to enjoy the views year round. Rolling lot has mature trees & is adjacent to open space, walking trail & new neighborhood playground area. Experience picture-perfect Estes!

$299,999 1071 Marys Lake Road

$87,000

$329,500 2041 Monida Court

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Spectacular Location with Mountain & Water Views

Jeremy Collinet, Broker Assoc. 970-302-1850 Julia Daley, Broker Assoc. 720-937-0806 Becky Davis, GRI, CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-405-9709 Sue Magnuson, GRI, Broker. Assoc. 970-214-0319 Judy Nystrom, GRI, Broker. Assoc. 303-506-5466 Glinda Doyle Assistant to Judy Nystrom

Luxurious Mountain Home Let your cares drift away as you revel in the views from this luxurious mountain home in Estes Park, CO. Complete with chef’s kitchen, 2 master suites, +3 bedrooms, 4 baths, game room, media area, 5 car garage and so much more. It’s time to get away and this is the place… $889,000 2500 Grey Fox Drive

Mike Richardson, GRI, CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-215-2722 Heidi Riedesel, CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-691-7083 Lori Smith, Broker Assoc. 970-232-5511 Jack Smith, Broker Assoc. 970-231-7327 Tom Thomas, Broker Assoc. 970-481-3619