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Hearts Of Gold Bill and Sue Pinkham have hearts of gold! They just recently adopted a beautiful, four year old Golden Retriever named Estes, through an organization called, “Operation Turkey Dog.” Read their touching story of the thousands of unwanted Goldens in Istanbul, Turkey on page 7 and find out how you can help other “Turkey Dogs” in need of new forever homes. Photo by Gary Hazelton

and Bear Benefit Concert!

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Next Drug Collection Scheduled April 30

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Police encourage safe disposal of unwanted prescription and over-thecounter drugs On Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. the Town of Estes Park Police Department will offer Estes Park’s tenth Drug Take Back Day to collect unused, unwanted and expired prescription and overthecounter drugs for safe disposal — no questions asked. This free service will be held at Rocky Mountain Pharmacy, located at 453 East Wonderview Ave. in Upper Stanley Village. Police officers will collect the drugs, which will remain in the custody of law enforcement officers until they can be incinerated.

Estes Park’s Drug Take Back Day is part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s national campaign to provide a safe way for people to empty their medicine cabinets of unwanted and potentially harmful prescription drugs. To find participating collection sites in other communities, visit www.dea.gov.

Misused and abused prescription drugs containing controlled substances can lead to cases of accidental poisoning, overdose and addiction. The most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicates that prescription medicines are the most abused drugs by Americans, next to marijuana. Seven of the 10 drugs most commonly abused by teenagers are prescription medicines and three quarters of teen prescription drug abusers obtain the drugs from family and friends — often from a home medicine cabinet. Ridding homes of these substances greatly reduces the potential for abuse and accidental poisoning.

Items which cannot be accepted at the Drug Take Back Day collection sites are needles and sharps, mercury thermometers, oxygen containers, chemotherapy/radioactive substances, pressurized canisters and illicit drugs.

For more information, please contact Officer Gregg Filsinger Jr. of the Estes Park Police Department at 970-5773868 or at 970-586-4000.

New Public Restroom Facilities Unveiled At Estes Park Visitor Center

Mayor Bill Pinkham cuts the ceremony ribbon (toilet tissue in this case). From left: Visitor Center Manager Teri Salerno, Facilities Manager Jon Landkamer, Mayor Bill Pinkham, Public Works Director Greg Muhonen, Sue Pinkham and Trustee John Phipps. Courtesy photos

Town officials, staff and Heath Construction gathered April 8 to celebrate the completion of the newly expanded public restrooms at the Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Ave. The new facilities will better accommodate the heavy influx of guests who are wel-

comed at the Visitor Center each year -- 414,000 visitors last year. The facilities were improved and expanded to include a new family restroom. A water bottle fill station allows for visitors to fill their own water bottles, reducing waste.

A new water bottle filling station/drinking fountain reduces waste and counts the number of plastic bottles saved through reuse.

The improved facilities add to the first impressions of guests to Estes Park.

Red tissue was used for the ribbon-cutting ceremony in place of the standard ribbon!

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ESTES PARK NEWS It’s April, the first month of the second quarter of our calendar year! We’ve had four Presidents who were born in April -- one on the 13th, a second on the 23rd, third on the 27th, and finally the 28th. No surprise that they were all born in different years. Yours Truly was also born in April, but we won’t discuss him because he never became President; well, not of the U.S.A., or of any other country, for that matter.

If we start at the beginning we ask just where were these later-to-become U.S. Presidents born. The answers are very colorful, or at least not ordinary. How’s this: Goochland County, Monroe Hall, Cove Gap, and Point Pleasant. No kidding!!! Goochland County is identified as the birthplace of the first of our April quartet of presidents. Name sound funny? Well, Goochland, Virginia is not only still on the map, it’s a county seat.

You’ll find it off the main highway running northwest out of Richmond. That’s where Thomas Jefferson was born on 13 April l743. (Some sources identify his birth place as Shadwell, which is just outside of Charlottesville.)

Now, how do we sum up Jefferson without spending all our columns from now till Thanksgiving writing about the man?

He was part of American history while even in his thirties when he joined with those who felt that Britain had no lawful jurisdiction over its American colonies.

Before then he had been admitted to the bar to practice law, and in 1768 was elected to the Virginia House of Burgesses. His name became known throughout the colonies with his 1774 “A Summary View of the Rights of British America.” The following year he became a member of the second Continental Congress. In June of 1776 he along with Benjamin Franklin, Roger Sherman, John Adams, and Robert Livingston was assigned by Congress to write a document stating that these American states were no longer under British control. Actually, it would be Jefferson who would write it . . . in seventeen days. And on the ensuing fourth of July, as every American school child learns, Congress adopted this Declaration of Independence.

At the time of the 1800 election presidential candidates were chosen not by public vote but rather by party caucuses in Congress. Jefferson and Aaron Burr ended with the same number of votes. It took thirty-five ballots before the House of Representatives chose Jefferson. Thus four years later Congress enacted the Twelfth Amendment, designed to prevent ties in a presidential election, and which until the Civil War period was the longest amendment added to the U.S, Constitution. Jefferson was 57 when he took the oath of office as our third President, after having served as Vice-President under John Adams. And so that we don’t write

too much about one of our very greatest Americans we’ll just add that during Jefferson’s presidency the size of the United States more than doubled. How? With the purchase from France of the Louisiana Territory which was claimed by Spain.! You ask, then, how that happened!

France had conquered Spain!

Jefferson’s fellow Virginian, James Monroe --- and there is a Monroe, Virginia --was born on 28 April 1758. He was 58 when he became our fifth President. The years starting with Monroe’s presidency have been called the Era of Good Feelings. He succeeded to that presidency almost unopposed. When he ran for reelection four years later he received every electoral vote but one. Politically it was relative calm domestically. but also internationally as Monroe declined to get us involved, for example, in Greek efforts at independence. Out of his presidency did come a policy of great importance – known historically as the Monroe Doctrine. Its two major points were (1) the American continents are not subject to future colonization by European nations, and (2) any attempts to apply a foreign political system in America will be considered dangerous to our peace and safety. The Monroe Doctrine remains in effect still today.

We move north for our third “April President.” He, too, was born in the eighteenth century --- 23 April 1791. James Buchanan’s home state was Pennsylvania.

The place --- Cove Gap. Now try finding that on a map! Buchanan is described by one historian as typical of able men of the time, born with little, who saw the way to get ahead as in the political arena. He would become our twelfth President . . . at age 65! Hmmm, is there a point at which it can be said of a presidential candidate that his best years are behind him?

Well, nobody could accuse our eighteenth President of being too old. His birth day was April 27th which, in one minor sense, puts him ahead of Monroe. But all that matters is the year. That was 1822, which brings him into the world in a new century.. The place: Point Pleasant, Ohio.

And ALSO there’s an age difference.

Christened Hiram Ulysses he would become president when ONLY 46. Of course, by that time he had considerable experience in leadership having commanded the major United States army during the War Between the States. He had dropped the Hiram early in life, made Ulysses his first name, and used his mother’s maiden name, Simpson, as a middle name. Thus he became known as . . . U. S. Grant. His presidency may not have contributed to his reputation, but it certainly does help to explain his place in our nation’s history.

Save The Date For April Program On Recycling-Current And Future Trends Save the date for the League's April program on Recycling – Current and Future Trends. This will be held in the evening on Wednesday, April 27th, from 5-7 p.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library. Speakers from EcoCycle/CHaRM in

Boulder and Clear Intentions glass recyclers will bring us up to date on what’s new, what’s possible, and what you can do to avoid waste and keep things out of the landfill! Refreshments will be served. Look for program details in next week's paper.

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Vacation Rental Regulations Update And Vacation Rental Task Force Appointment Of Members At a joint meeting on March 30, the Larimer County Board of Commissioners and the Estes Park Town Board adopted additional regulations governing the rental of vacation homes in the Estes Valley. These regulations included provisions for notification of neighbors, posting information for renters, possible license restrictions for violations, and other measures intended to balance the intensity of use in the vacation home rental market with preserving the character of residential neighborhoods. The two governing bodies agreed on all revisions with the exception of the inclusion of a cap on the number of licenses issued to vacation homes in the Estes Valley. The County resolution established a cap of 700 permits, excluding bed and breakfasts and vacation homes in the A and A-1 (Accommodations) zoning districts. The Town Board excluded a cap from its ordinance.

Because the regulations adopted by the two boards were conflicting, there have effectively been no changes to vacation rental regulations in the Estes Valley Development Code. The difference must be addressed before new regulations are implemented in the code.

Town Administrator Frank Lancaster explained, “The two boards are willing to reconvene to discuss this issue before the terms of three current Town Board members end April 26.” He continued, “However, this time frame isn’t feasible given legal requirements to provide at least 15 days of public notice for code amendments, the need to accommodate elected officials’ schedules, plus necessary staff time to prepare materials requested by the boards. We recommended delaying the discussion until later this spring.” This will allow the new Mayor and two new

trustees to become familiar with the issues discussed throughout the public process, after they take office April 26. Lancaster noted, “In summary, we hope to reconvene the two boards on regulations for vacation rentals occupied by eight or fewer individuals this May or June.” Until such time that new regulations governing vacation home rentals are adopted by both boards, existing regulations apply.

The two boards held a joint meeting on April 12 in the Town Board Room, which the County Commissioners attended by teleconference. The sole purpose of this meeting was to approve the appointment of at- large members to a community task force that will ultimately recommend regulations specific to vacation rental homes with occupancy of nine or more individuals. The Task Force is expected to hold its first meeting April 27. They will meet through the summer and are expected to present recommendations to the boards in the fall.

The Estes Valley model for land-use regulations is unique in Colorado. The Town of Estes Park and Larimer County partnered in the mid-1990s to develop the Estes Valley Comprehensive Plan – a unified vision for land-use planning in both the incorporated and unincorporated areas of the Estes Valley. In 2000, they jointly established the Estes Valley Development Code. The Planning Commission reviews development and subdivision proposals and proposed code amendments within the entire Estes Valley, though the final decision-making authority lies with the County Commissioners and Town Board for their respective jurisdictions. Information on this topic is available at www.estes.org/vacationrentals.

Vegan Potluck Sunday, April 24 Calling all veg heads! Join us for our monthly vegan potluck.

Whether you are vegan, still trying to commit, or just curious, we welcome you to bring a vegan dish to share and join us the fourth Sunday of the month. In an effort to reduce our environmental footprint, please also bring your own serving ware.

When: Sunday, April 24 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library.

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Hydrology Study Of Four Estes Valley Watersheds Underway Public encouraged to attend educational meeting April 19 The Town of Estes Park and its consultant are currently engaging in a scientific hydrology study of the Big Thompson River, Black Canyon Creek, Dry Gulch and Fall River to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information possible on these four watersheds. Study results will be available this summer, including determination of flood flows of varying magnitudes.

Community members are encouraged to attend an educational meeting on the hydrology study April 19 at 8:30 a.m. in the Town Board Room of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue. This meeting is targeted to both a general interest audience and those with more technical interests, covering the hydrology study process in general, as well as technical aspects of the study. The consultants conducting the study, Wright Water Engineers, will be presenting and available to answer both general and technical questions. The study will be completed in June, so no results will be presented at this meeting. Final results will be pre-

sented to the Town Board and the public in June.

The results of this study will help the Town receive grants and provide data for the new floodplain maps which will go into effect in the coming years. These results will be very important for residents and business owners interested in taking flood mitigation steps, as the data is part of the floodplain permitting process. It will serve as the basis of flood mitigation projects and be a key part of all future flood mitigation decisions.

This meeting will be streamed live on local cable channel 12 and via www.estes.org/videos. It will also be recorded for viewing later via www.estes.org/videos. For more information on flood mitigation efforts, please visit www.estes.org/floodmitigation or contact Planner Tina Kurtz at 970-577-3732 or tkurtz@estes.org.

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Army Corps Of Engineers To Provide Free Flood Risk Assessments For Downtown Properties With Granted Entry Permission Public encouraged to attend educational meeting May 9 The Town of Estes Park is collaborating with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) on a flood risk vulnerability study. During the week of May 9-13, 2016, the elite Army Corps assessment team with the “Silver Jackets” program will be visiting downtown Estes Park to assess flood risk and identify potential measures for reducing future flood damages. This includes an individual building flood vulnerability assessment, if entry permission has been granted, which will help identify the best methods for flood mitigation measures for each building. This free flood recovery service to the community and downtown property and business owners is valued at more than $100,000.

The Corps team will host a public meeting May 9 at 8:30 a.m. at Town Hall. All interested community members are encouraged to attend to learn more about the assessment. The presentation is suitable for both general interest and technical audiences, and the Corps team will be available to answer questions afterwards.

The meeting will be streamed live via local cable channel 12 and www.estes.org/videos. It will also be recorded for viewing later on the Town’s website.

By early 2017, results from the study will include floodproofing recommendations to help reduce flood risk and potential damage for each surveyed building. Businesses are not required to follow these recommendations, but doing so could be beneficial when new floodplain maps are adopted in the future. This is not a building or fire code inspection -- the Corps team will visually inspect building and the information gathered will only be used to generate floodproofing recommendations.

The Town recently mailed a letter to property owners and lessees downtown to encourage participation in this free service so property owners will have the necessary information available to implement floodproofing measures in the future.

For more information on this risk assessment study, please contact Planner Tina Kurtz at tkurtz@estes.org or 970-577-3732 or Planner Technician Aaron Tulley at atulley@estes.org or 970 577- 3727. Please visit www.estes.org/floodmitigation for more information on the Silver Jackets program and other flood mitigation efforts. Sign up to receive Town news and/or agendas at www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

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Town Receives $1.4 Million Broadband Engineering Grant From DOLA Study results will show how increased broadband access and 9-1-1 redundancy could be achieved The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) announced the Town of Estes Park was awarded a $1,372,500 grant from the Energy Mineral Impact Assistance Fund, to fund detail engineering work to improve regional broadband access. This engineering work would include a shovel-ready plan and complete construction costs to build a system in the Town’s Light and Power service area, which includes Glen Haven and Allenspark. The system will be designed to provide main line capacity to surrounding rural communities. This information will allow the Town Board to make an informed decision on how to provide high speed broadband access to businesses and residents in the Estes Park Light and Power service area.

In addition, DOLA funded engineering work from Allenspark to Lyons/Longmont with the assistance of the Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority (LETA 911), who agreed to fund a portion of the engineering work. The 9-1-1 network is supported on a single path from Loveland to Glen Haven to Estes Park to Allenspark and travels back out of the Estes Valley on the same path. LETA’s Chief Executive Officer Kimberly Culp stated “The problem occurs if the infrastructure along that one single path is compromised, we lose all voice communication in and out of the communities that we consider the Estes Valley.” Following the floods of 2013, LETA filed a complaint with the Public Utilities Com-

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

April 3 At 7:10 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 2625 Marys Lake Rd. for a fire alarm activation.

At 10:20 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1050 S. Saint Vrain Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

April 4 At 7:58 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to Mall Rd. area for a report of smoke.

At 8:11 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1647-1657 Soaring Circle for a fire

mission and has continuously advocated for a solution to the problem that will bring a robust and resilient communication network to Estes Park. The March 23-24 communications outage demonstrated once again the importance of a robust network. LETA requested the extension of the engineering study to Lyons/Longmont via CO Highway 7, which would create a full and complete redundant fiber path for the Estes Valley.

Town Administrator Frank Lancaster noted, “We are very pleased to be receiving the funding for the engineering of the broadband system for the Estes Park area. This is the final, critical piece for the Town Board to make an informed decision on how to provide high speed broadband access to businesses and residents of the Estes Park Light and Power service area. We are also excited to be partnering with LETA to include the engineering design for a redundant fiber route down CO Highway 7 to Lyons.”

Alan Fraundorf, the Town’s Information Technology Manager, remarked “This is wonderful news, which should have positive impact to all area residents, businesses, and visitors for years to come.

This grant allows us to proceed with engaging a qualified firm and get this moving forward.”

For more information, please contact the Administration Office at 970-5773700. Sign up to receive Town news and/or agendas at www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

alarm.

April 5 At 7:55 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 5532 Highway 36 to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

April 6 At 12:48 a.m. the EVFPD was paged 131 Virginia Dr. for a fire alarm activation.

April 7 At 2:42 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to provide mutual aid to the Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department on a structure fire.

At 4:13 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 263 Virginia Dr. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

April 8 At 12:46 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1904 Ptarmigan Trail to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

Bill & Sue Pinkham Adopt A “Turkey Dog” By: Kris Hazelton

Bill and Sue Pinkham have hearts of gold! They just recently adopted a beautiful, four year old Golden Retriever named Estes, through an organization called, “Operation Turkey Dog.” Sadly, the couple’s 13 year old Golden Retriever, Kandi, passed away last December and then just this week, they lost Lucky, their ten year old Golden to cancer. According to Bill, “Estes came along at just the right time!”

The Pinkham’s sweet new pup Estes lived a sad four years in Istanbul, Turkey. The Pinkhams learned that their new dog had been dumped in front of a school and a woman fed her daily but the she went away at Christmas time, and when she came back, discovered that Estes was not there anymore. The woman heard that people from the school had complained about the dog and the Municipality of Keşan (the name of the place she was taken) came and got her and were going to spay her and then "dump her somewhere.” The Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies (GRRR) heard this dog’s story and decided to rescue her and sent some of their members to pick her up at the shelter after she had been spayed.

Unfortunately, the fate of Goldens in Turkey is grim. More than 2,000 Goldens, many born in puppy mills, are being dumped by their owners because this breed, once a status symbol, are now “too commonplace.” Instead of being a cherished family member, these dogs are left to either fend for themselves in the streets or languish in overcrowded shelters with no hope for survival.

Fortunately in the U.S., everyone loves Goldens, and that is why Golden rescues are experiencing a "shortage" of Goldens. Many have a very long waiting list of potential adopters wanting to provide a wonderful home to a Golden in need.

Beautiful Estes Pinkham

There was so much excitement at GRRR for the arrival Estes and nine other precious Goldens from the streets of Turkey. The ten dogs made a very long journey via cargo plane from Turkey to Los Angeles, CA. All were in desperate need of healthy food, shelter, medical attention, grooming and socialization. Happily, all are now learning for the first time about this amazing thing called love. Some of the dogs stayed in California, Estes and a few other took a road trip to Colorado and Estes now has a new, loving, forever home where she will get the chance to chase a ball, run free, swim in clean water, sleep in a warm bed and live a good, long healthy life with the Pinkhams.

If you would like to help with this continuing effort, you can donate to Operation Turkey Dog to assist these and future Goldens coming to GRRR from these horrific circumstances. There is no adoption center or rescue in Istanbul for any dog to be adopted. The best they can have there is to live out their lives in crowded shelters. If you want to learn more, please go to the Turkey Dog section of GRRR’s website at goldenrescue.com to watch videos and learn more about this very special effort GRRR is proud to be a part of.

There are still two dogs from Estes’ group looking for new homes and another group of loving Golden’s will arrive from Turkey in May. Sue said, “Rescuing dogs, especially Goldens, is a wonderful way of adding lots of love to a family.”

Pet Association Yard Sale Donations are now being accepted for the 2016 Estes Park Pet Association Yard Sale to be held on Saturday, June 4.

Items in good condition may be dropped off between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at the Animal Medical Center.

Please, no large furniture or appliances, clothing, computers, or TVs. All proceeds from the yard sale will be

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used to support the Estes Park Pet Association, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, in providing healthcare and safe housing for homeless pets.

Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 4. In the meantime, clean out your closets and donate your extra “stuff ” to the Pet Association’s Yard Sale.

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EPMC Spring Health Fair April 23 By: Kerrie Hill, EPMC It’s Health Fair Time and Estes Park Medical Center is proud to sponsor this annual event. The health fair will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2016, from 7 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the main lobby of Estes Park Medical Center. This event offers the community the opportunity to obtain basic health screenings. While the screenings are not as comprehensive as routine check-ups with a healthcare provider, they do provide a baseline of information that you can share with your physician. Plenty of parking is available in front of the facility as well as on all sides.

The fair will include the following screenings: Blood tests Carotid Ultra Sound Screening Bone Density Testing Skin Cancer Screening Blood Pressure Checks & Pulse Oximetry Hearing Screening Acupuncture Information American Cancer Society Osteoporosis exercise/screening Wellness Assessment Scheduling The health fair will offer the following blood tests: Comprehensive Metabolic Panel - $50 Basic Metabolic Panel - $35 Lipid Panel - $25 Complete Blood Count (CBC) - $20 Liver Enzyme - $16 Blood Type - $23 Cholesterol - $20

Glucose - $16 Hemaglobin A1C - $30 PSA Screening - $25 TSH – Thyroid Screening - $25 Vitamin D 25 Hydroxy - $55 Other vendors will include: EPMC Diagnostic Imaging – Breast Health Information, Acupuncture Information – Melissa Roberts, MSOM, L. Ac., Health and Wellness and Wellness Assessment and State of Slim information, and American Cancer Society – information and resources.

A new offering this year will be the baseline carotid ultrasound. This test provides a screening to test for blocked or narrowed carotid arteries which can indicate an increased risk of stroke. Cost for this test is $30.

Please note that some tests require a 12 hour fast. These include the Lipid Panel, Cholesterol, and Glucose. In addition, be sure to drink plenty of water prior to having lab work done. The other blood screening does not require individuals to fast. Coffee, juice, fresh fruit and snacks will be available to all participants.

The health fair is always a popular and well-attended event. The road to good health starts with each of us. Preventing diseases or detecting and treating them in their early stages are one of the best steps we can take toward good health. Attending the health fair is a great way to obtain preventative screening at minimal or no cost, and Estes Park Medical Center is pleased to provide this service to the community as a way to promote health awareness and screening. For additional information, call 577-4390.

A Warm, Heartfelt Thank You! Estes Pak would like to recognize these fantastic members of our community.

On Thursday, April 7th they helped pack food for kids that face food insecurity or hunger in our community. These volunteers are from left to right: Kadynce Shotts, Creed Shotts, Brayden Bojan, Aaron Bojan, Dick Smith, Marilyn Black, Karen Lasota and Anita Shotts.

Without these great volunteers, Estes Pak would not exist in our community.

Estes Pak is a supplemental weekend food program. The Estes Park Education Association (EPEA) started the program to help make a difference for our students and our community. The unfortunate truth is that some of our students and their families face hunger and food

insecurity issues on weekends.

The Estes Pak program provides healthy, nonperishable food to families in need. Students take home bags of food on Fridays for the weekend. There is no qualifying criteria or questions asked. If a family has a need, Estes Pak will send home food.

Estes Pak is proud to partner with the Estes Park School District, all Rotary Clubs in Estes Park, the Food Bank for Larimer County and many other service groups, religious groups, and individuals.

To find out more about Estes Pak, to become part of the program, or provide sponsorship, please contact Terry Leija, the program coordinator at 586-7406 ext. 3284 or email him at Terry_Leija@estesschools.org.

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Beneath this stone a When I mention several different forms of poetry in last week’s column, there was lump of clay one I left out. It’s a style of poem we don’t Lies Uncle Peter Dan'els see often, and try to avoid this type of Who early in the month of verse if we stumble upon one—at say, a May funeral. Yet people are dying to have one Took off his winter flannels. written for them. ~Edinburgh, Scotland This short form of rhyme has been around for as long as there have been cemeteries. Some epitaphs are sad but the Reader, I've left this world, in which I had a world to do; ones we’ll read today were composed to introduce comic relief, to dull the heavy Sweating and fretting to get rich: pain of grief.

Just such a fool as you. ~Carolina Here lies Lester Moore.

Four slugs from a 44.

Poorly lived and poorly died.

No Les. Poorly buried and no one cried.

No More. ~near Warwick, RI ~Tombstone, AZ, dated 1880 Here lies the body of Jonathan Blake; Stepped on the gas instead of the brake. ~ Uniontown, PA Remember man, as you walk by, As you are now so once was I, As I am now so shall you be, Remember this and follow me. ~Augusta, GA To follow you I'll not consent, Until I know which way you went. ~Written on a tombstone in reply to the one above Here lays Butch.

We planted him raw.

He was quick on the trigger But slow on the draw. ~Silver City, NV Under the sod and under the trees, Lies the body of Jonathan Pease.

He is not here, there's only the pod; Pease shelled out and went to God. ~Nantucket, MA Here lies the body Of Margaret Bent She kicked up her heels And away she went ~England Here lies the body of our Anna Done to death by a banana It wasn't the fruit that laid her low But the skin of the thing that made her go. ~Enosburg Falls, VT Here lies the father of 29.

He would have had more But he didn't have time. ~Somewhere in GA Here beneath this stone we lie Back to back my wife and I And when the angels trump shall trill If she gets up then I'll lie still! ~Scotland

And here are two that are not poem but are too good not to share: I knew if I waited around long enough something like this would happen. ~George Bernard Shaw Here lies an Atheist All dressed up And no place to go. ~Thurmont, MD Here’s a National Poetry Month challenge: try writing a rhyming epitaph you’d like to see on your own grave marker. Show it to the one who knows where you are to be buried, and then get out and do some real living.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2016 Sarah Donohoe

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Legendary Locals (Part IV Of V): A Pair Of Tims Comprehensive Metabolic Panel

Glucose $16

$50

Basic Metabolic Panel $35

Hemaglobin A1C $30 PSA Screening $25

Lipid Panel $25

TSH – Thyroid Screening $25

Liver Enzyme $16

Complete Blood Count with Auto Diff

Blood Type $23

$20

Vitamin D 25 Hydroxy $55

Cholesterol $20

Skin Cancer Screening - LAKE LOVELAND DERMATOLOGY Carotid Ultra Sound Screening - EPMG CARDIOLOGY - $30 Blood Pressure Checks - EPMC AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT Hearing Screening - WENDY KOENIG, AUD Acupuncture Information - MELISSA ROBERTS, MSOM, L. AC. Exercises for the Aging Spine/Osteoporosis - EPMC REHAB Wellness Assessments - ESTES PARK MEDICAL GROUP Bone Density Screening For more information, call 577-4390.

Enter through the main entrance.

¡NO OLVIDE LA FECHA! Festival de la Salud Estes Park Medical Center!

Panel Metabólico Comprensivo $50 Colesterol $20 Panel Metabólico Básico $35

Glucosa $16

Panel de Lípidos $25 Conteo Completo de Sangre $20

Hemoglobina A1C $30 Evaluación de PSA $25

Enzimas del Hígado $16

Evaluación de Tiroides TSH $25

Tipo de Sangre $23

Vitamina D 25 Hyroxy $55

Evaluación de Cáncer de la Piel – LAKE LOVELAND DERMATOLOGY

Evaluación con Ultra Sonido de la Carótida– EPMG CARDIOLOGÍA - $30 Chequeo de Presión de la Sangre – EPMC AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT Evaluación del Oído– WENDY KOENIG, AUD Información sobre Acupuntura – MELISSA ROBERTS, MSOM, L. AC. Consulta de Estado Físico y Ejercicios – EPMC PHYSICAL THERAPY Evaluación de Densidad de los Huesos

Sábado, 23 de Abril 7 am a 11 am Para más información llame al 577-4390 Entre en el Edificio por la Entrada Principal

On Friday, April 22 at 2:00 p.m., Steve his back to a cliff so the bear wouldn’t Mitchell will present for the fourth time sneak up on him from behind. Suddenly, in a series of programs through May a bear rushed Tim, who threw down his called "Legendary Locals of Estes Park" bow and leapt off the cliff for the top of a in the Tebow Room at the Estes Park nearby tree, where he stayed for hours Senior Center, located next door to the Museum. His book of the same title, scheduled to be published next month, explores the history of the unique individuals and groups, both past and present, that made a memorable impact on Tim Asbury, holding a copy of the Trail Gazette, Estes Park. All of the celebrates with staff.

Photo courtesy Jill Black Legendary Locals programs in the series are free and no until the bear wandered off. Tim Asbury reservations are required to attend. and Tim Mayhew are just two of the 126 profiles in Steve Mitchell’s Tim Asbury was the local history book "Legeditor of the Estes endary Locals of Estes Park Trail Gazette Park" scheduled to be from 1972 to 1999. published April 25, 2016.

He won dozens of awards in photograThe Estes Park Museum phy, reporting, editoconducts activities that rial writing, design preserve, share and reand distinctive headspect the unique history lines. For Tim Mayof Estes Park. For more hew, family and huntinformation, call the Estes ing were the most Park Museum at 970-586important things in 6256 or visit the Muhis life, and he was seum’s website at known for his hard www.estes.org/museum. work as grounds suAdmission is free. More perintendent for the Museum news is available Estes Park Fairat www.facebook.com/Esgrounds. Once while tesParkMuseum.

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Birthday Celebration For Jean Weaver Jean Weaver is having a birthday. While no one should ever have to reveal their age, or provide a reason for celebrating, let's just say some cultures would consider this birthday a very lucky one, since it beings with and eight and ends with and eight. In order to celebrate Jean's good fortune, and the community's good fortune in being blessed with someone like Jean, an informal get-together will be held this Saturday, April 16 at 840 Moraine Avenue beginning at 1:00 p.m., and lasting until Jean says that's enough and kicks us all out. Just bring yourself (and your car horn to honk for peace and your newspapers for recycling and your thoughts on the upcoming election or the Rockies season thus far), free food and drink will be provided.

Jean may have waited on your table when she first moved to Estes Park, or taught you how to ski at Hidden Valley, or thrilled you with one of her slide shows recounting her amazing outdoors adventures, or hiked with you or played on your softball team or competed against you at the Senior Olympics. It's an

absolute certainty she told you not to throw your aluminum can away if she ever caught you throwing an aluminum can away. There are many "acronymified" honors and accomplishments people strive for in Estes Park, but those who have lived here a long time might be proudest of all to be considered an FOJ (friend of Jean).

Please stop by this Saturday at Tiny Town Miniature Golf and say “Hi!”

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Proud-Pied April, Part 2 timony to this belief. Perhaps the most important axiom from my ERS time is that service to others is the greatest gift one can receive.” “I think the biggest thing I learned during my time was how to push myself through the predefined limits I had set for myself.” “I can't tell you how many times I have had to speak in front of groups in my career. Had ERS not had us present in Gathering and Presentations of Learning I don't think I would have had

erment. When young people are valued, ideas grow.” “My wilderness trip was a first stepping stone. I had attitude and was lost.

Strong Circles helped me look at myself and learn to speak respectfully.” “I enjoy learning; in my case it was more personal transformation due to an abundance of new knowledge.” “I came from a broken home so I learned a lot about acceptance, love and family. A big piece academically was reading—I learned to love to read. I’m bilingual, so English was intimidating. There were so many people who believed me and believed in me.”

In closing, here are responses from two alumnae who did not graduate from Eagle Rock, but who carry ERS values and culture in their hearts decades later.

“When I think of my time at Eagle Rock it is hard not to think about the very last conversation I had at The Rock. I was rather abrathe confidence to do it in my early career, sively explaining my reasoning for wanting which ultimately groomed me to consisto leave The Rock. My stubbornness pretently step out of my comfort zone and vol- vented me from understanding. It took me unteer for things or apply for positions that many years to appreciate the lesson, securequired me to speak in small and large rity, space and growth that The Rock gave groups.” me to achieve. I am not an Eagle Rock “I’m not as smart as I thought I was, but I graduate but I will surely say that the leslearned do the right thing not because of a sons I learned at The Rock gave me the fear of consequences, but simply because it growth I needed to be where I am today. I is the right thing to do.” “Within the sense am a director for a large government conof community there was a sense of empow- tractor. I spend my days having to exercise

leadership and help other people grow into the best person they can be, and for my ability to do that I thank you. I was a nasty teen, but that never changed your approach. You and Philbert were what every teen needs, a guard rail. Someone to guide me but never bark orders. You had an amazing talent of reaching teens and I wish I was more grateful for the lessons you had.”

“You asked what was something I took away and have implemented in my life. I have another answer…I never graduated from my dream school, yet the way I was treated was like I had. Normally, a school reunion involves only those who graduated. But not this home, because that’s exactly what I found. Something I never had and something I’ll never let go of—a home. They loved me, you love me. I’m still welcomed, I’m still remembered, and I feel believed in like when I needed it most back then. So what I took away was a family. How to love each other, how to support and guide one another. I took away a family, something I never had before.”

Eagle Rock staff understand they are often in the presence of their intellectual and emotional superiors. Now you know too.

But can Eagle Rock ideas and practices travel? Are they effective elsewhere? Stay tuned.

Next column: The tail that wags the dog.

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The phone rang. “May I come back and visit Eagle Rock?” We hadn’t heard from him since he departed without a diploma ten years earlier. “Why of course—it’s your school.

Come any time.” “Thank you!” he said.

“Because you know what my wife said to me this morning? She said, ‘Either you shut up about that damn school or you take me there.’”

Can school culture engender hope and build resilience in students? Will values grow in time? Here are two more Eagle Rock (ERS) stories in partial answer to these questions.

In Eagle Rock’s daily school meeting, Gathering, a student, teacher or group makes a ten-minute presentation followed by announcements and live music. Some years ago a student opened with, “I want to thank Eagle Rock; when I took Jesus Christ as my personal savior the ERS community supported me unconditionally. This would not have happened in my previous school.” Less than two weeks later another student began similarly, “I want to thank Eagle Rock; when I came out as gay the ERS community supported me unconditionally. This would not have happened in my previous school.”

A fundamental ERS value is “service to others.” Eagle Rock students deliver thousands of hours annually as they tutor elementary school students, assist at Estes Valley parades and cleanups, work in Rocky Mountain National Park, prepare meals, do chores, construct picnic shelters and much more. An alumna reports: “What I learned from my volunteer experiences at ERS made me want to continue. It made me a better team player, which has largely contributed to success in my career.

Just like Estes Park knows they can call on ERS, my peers know they can count on me because I'm a proven team player and have an excellent work ethic because of what ERS instilled in us.”

My last column chronicled American Honda’s magnificent 1990 initiative that created a year-round high school enrolling adolescents unfamiliar with success, combined with a professional development center (www.eaglerockschool.org). This column affirms Eagle Rock’s impact on the lives of alumni, over and above the $14,000 each graduate receives from the ERS Graduate Fund toward the costs of higher education.

What values and practices endured? “Developing a work ethic by putting in effort, not complaining, finding a need and filling it, pitching in, getting up early and doing KP.” “The capacity for personal growth—it should be a lifelong undertaking to be a better person today than you were yesterday.” “You have no right to no opinion, but yours is not the only opinion that counts. I came in lost, didn’t know my motivation for being at ERS except to get away from home. My personality has changed from seeing alternate points of view. I exercise daily, tutor a girl, give to the Graduate Fund, etc.”

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Protection Of High Value Trees And Hazard Mitigation Projects Continue Bark beetles continue to be active within Rocky Mountain National Park, impacting large numbers of conifer trees. In 2016, the park will continue proactive mitigation efforts including applying insecticide, removing hazard trees, prescribed burns, utilizing an air curtain burner, and pheromone treatments. The park’s priorities for mitigation of the effects of beetles are focused on removing hazard trees and hazard fuels related to the protection of life and property.

Starting in late April and ending by Memorial Day weekend, the park is planning to apply a Carbaryl based insecticide to up to 1,500 high-value trees to protect them from bark beetles. Insecticide will be applied from the ground and sprayed onto individual trees to repel beetle attacks. Treatment will occur in the following developed areas of the park: Aspenglen Campground, Moraine Park Campground, Fire Management offices, Hollowell Park and Upper Beaver Meadows picnic areas, and housing areas including Kaley Cottages, Wild Basin Entrance and Deer Haven, Mill Creek Ranger Station, and Tuxedo Park. Temporary closures to the public and employees will be in effect during spraying operations.

Last year, approximately 2,500 trees were treated and nearly all of these trees were effectively protected from bark beetle attacks. Treatment sites have been reduced on the east side of the park because infestation rates decreased in forests adjacent to high value trees. The frequency of treatment has been reduced to biennial application.

The park is also treating up to 300 high value limber pine trees with Verbenone pheromone packets to minimize infestation by bark beetles. Limber pine trees in the park are currently at risk of mountain pine beetle infestation and infection from white pine blister rust, a lethal non-native invasive fungus. Research is

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being conducted to identify if any limber pine trees within the park are resistant to white pine blister rust.

Spruce and fir trees are currently at risk of beetle outbreaks in mixed conifer forest types. In 2015, the park began treating spruce trees at McGraw Ranch with pheromone packets to minimize infestation by spruce and fir beetles. In 2016, the park will continue treatment at McGraw Ranch and also apply pheromone packets to trees in the Endovalley picnic area.

Park staff will conduct hazard tree mitigation through tree removal throughout the year. Small scale, selective hazard tree removals will take place at: Bear Lake Trailhead, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center and housing areas, Endovalley picnic area, Bighorn Ranger Station, Aspenglen Campground, Hidden Valley picnic area, Sprague Lake picnic area, Moraine Park Campground, Moraine Park Stables, Tuxedo Park, Glacier Basin Campground, Lily Lake, Fern Lake Trailhead, and along road corridors including Highway 34, Highway 36, Bear Lake Road, and Old Fall River Road. Temporary access restrictions, such as 15 minute traffic delays, in immediate vicinity of tree cutting operations can be expected. More detailed information will be provided on upcoming tree removal projects along Trail Ridge Road on the west side of the park.

Material disposal includes creating piles for future burning and wood consolidation at designated sites for potential firewood collection permits. More information on wood utilization will be available later in the year.

For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park please contact the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206 or visit the park’s website section on forest health at www.nps.gov/romo/naturescience/forest_health.htm

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Please join us for the Visit Estes Park 2016 Tourism Summit!

Wednesday, April 27 | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EP Conference Center at Rocky Mountain Park Inn 9:00-11:00 AM: New Wellness Tourism Forum in partnership with the Estes Park Medical Center 11:10 AM-NOON: Breakout Sessions 1* NOON-1:00 PM: Lunch Break 1:00-1:50 PM: Breakout Sessions 2*

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2:00-4:00 PM: General Session. VEP Staff & Partners present an overview of VEP initiatives & cover industry trends.

4:00-6:00 PM: Networking Cocktail Hour. Enjoy live music, free hors d’ouevres & cash bar to celebrate successes & toast the upcoming season! *Find more details & RSVP at VisitEstesPark.com/Summit

Donate Used Books To The Library Friends & Foundation If you’re clearing off your book cases, please consider donating your used books, DVDs and music CDs to the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation for their Annual Used Book Sale slated for August 12-14 at the Rocky Mountain Park Inn’s Conference Center.

Those interested in donating their used books to the library may bring them in during open library hours. Library staff will provide you with a re-

ceipt for tax purposes when requested.

The Friends & Foundation cannot accept encyclopedias, yearbooks, textbooks, videotapes, records, magazines, maps, Reader’s Digest condensed books, or music cassettes.

For more information about donating materials to the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

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Downtown Estes Loop Project Update An Environmental Assessment (EA) is currently underway for this project, which describes the need for the project, description of alternatives evaluated, and environmental resource impacts of the project alternatives. Since the last public meeting held in March 2015, the project team proceeded with environmental analysis of both the No Action and Alternative 1 (One-Way Couplet). The One- Way Couplet Alternative, or loop through downtown Estes Park, is a conversion of Elkhorn, Moraine and Riverside from two-way to one-way travel lanes (see graphic on back side for the proposed alternative).

The team had anticipated release of the EA in Fall of 2015. However, current flood flow estimates, based on best available data, indicate major increases to floodplain boundaries that will need to be incorporated into future bridge design.

Rebuilding, enlarging, and elevating bridges alone will not fully mitigate the flooding risks; flooding issues currently extend downstream of the Big Thompson River and Fall River confluence.

Thus, the EA study area boundary has been extended to include an evaluation of channel widening from the Riverside Bridge to U.S. 36. No additional right-of-way would be required for channel widening.

Over the past several months, Town staff initiated requests to Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD) for further analysis of two topics: one was reinstatement of the Barnes Dance traffic signals downtown and the other was the study of a new downtown transit facility parking structure in or near the existing post office lot.

Both of these required additional time to evaluate within the scope of the larger project. Additional information is outlined in the attached Frequently Asked Questions.

Project Purpose and Need The purpose of this project is to improve access to Rocky Mountain National Park by reducing travel time and congestion, and by improving safety through downtown Estes Park.

The project is needed to improve system management and reduce severe congestion of the existing roadway network for both motorized and nonmotorized users accessing Rocky Mountain National Park. ● Improved traffic operations and traffic flow in the core of downtown Estes Park. ● Improved operations and congestion has the potential to reduce the number of idling vehicles, noise and exhaust in the core downtown pedestrian areas.

Potential Project Benefits

● Improved pedestrian safety. ● Improved intersection safety at Crags Drive/ Moraine Avenue. ● Alleviate the potential impacts of future flood events (through downstream channel widening)

Next Steps The Downtown Estes Loop project continues to move forward with a focus on completion of the EA for public review and comment in the Spring/Summer of 2016.

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Local Students Invited To Participate In Library Centennial Project In May The Estes Valley Library invites students in grade four though high school to design an advertisement encouraging our community to support local businesses by shopping right here, in Estes Park. In collaboration with the Estes Park School District Art Teachers, Ilah Reynar, Nicole Rische and Val Bowles, students are invited to use sample slogans and the hashtag #DowntownEstes for inspiration. Homeschoolers may participate by picking up the information for participation at the library service

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The deadline for submission of the advertisements for the library-sponsored contest is Friday, April 22nd. All adds will be taken to the library and judged by local business owners. The winning advertisements will be published in the Estes park News and Estes Park Trail Gazette during the month of May. All other selected advertisements will be on display at the library during the month of May as the library celebrates our downtown neighbors.

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I am so happy. Granddaughter Kristin and her husband Kevin and Basey, another Golden doodle, are visiting on their way to Kevin’s new assignment in Hawaii. Kevin is a Major in the Air Force. I can hardly wait to visit with them! He was stationed in Washington, D.C. and I was fortunate enough to get to go to Camp David, now Hawaii. And then Annette will be in Ireland for two months on an internship, maybe I will get there as well. And Gregory plans on Japan…my oh my, I will be covering the world before long just by visiting grandchildren. I knew there was a plus in having them! And then there is my son in Sparks, NV and daughter in Lafayette, LA. I had better start saving.

Kristin and Kevin think that while visiting me, they can eat healthy...foolish thought. I plan on meatballs and pasta one night, taking them to the Taste of Estes and also eggplant parmesan but I will have turkey for Marie’s birthday.

Kristin and Kevin should take lessons from Sunshine. She eats everything! I had ordered a shock collar to try; I guess she objected as she ate the directions.

Maybe Basey will teach her some manners.

But, I do plan on fixing Texas Caviar which is very healthy. I enjoyed the dish at Leslie V’s home one night and she kindly sent me the recipe. I forget where she had gotten it but there are many adaptations on internet so I do not think I have to give credit to anyone in particular. But just in case, I change something. Sorry Leslie but we don’t want to

get caught in a copyright suit.

Texas Caviar Yield: Serves 8-12 Ingredients: 2 (15 oz.) cans black eyed peas, drained 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained 2 cups corn, fresh or frozen or canned, drained 1 medium red onion, minced 1 green yellow pepper, small diced 1 red bell pepper, small diced 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced 5 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup minced cilantro 3 scallions, sliced thin 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons kosher salt Juice of 1 lime Directions: Add all ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour, or up to 24 hours. Serve with tortilla chips, on top of burgers/sandwiches or on the side of your favorite grilled meats and fish. You could even use this as a base for a salad that has cooked shrimp or grilled chicken with a variety of spring greens.

Enjoy.

After the snow melted, Sunshine came in so muddy, we both had a hose bath.

One of us really did not need it.

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

Estes Park High School 2016 Prom Royalty Court

The Estes Park High School Prom will be held at the Stanley Hotel this Saturday, April 16th from 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

This year’s prom court was selected by the students. Bottom row from left to right: Austin Park, Brad Wens, Liam

Fogerty. Top row from left to right: Ani Cirone, Chelsea Newendorp, Lindsey Kufeld.

Congratulations, have fun at Prom and be safe!

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Seven Keys To Baldpate “Story Theater”

The Fine Arts Guild is pleased to announce auditions for Seven Keys to Baldpate, Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and May 2, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. at the Park Village Playhouse adjacent to the Other Side Restaurant. Actors auditioning on Saturday, April 30 are asked to attend either two hour time period from 10 a.m. – 12 noon or 12 noon – 2 p.m. If desired, actors may stay for the entire time. Performance dates are July 8, 9, 10 and 15, 16, 17. Friday and Saturday performances will be at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. All performances will be held in the outdoor Keythedral Theater at the Baldpate Inn. Auditioning actors should prepare a two minute contemporary monologue of his/her choice and bring a recent headshot and resume. In addition, be prepared to share your availability during the weeks leading up to the production, July 8, 9, 10 and 15, 16, 17, beginning Sunday, May 15. Auditions will also include cold readings from the script, with actors being paired together and in

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Summer Youth TheaterInto The Woods Jr.

Hey Kids, remember to come and audition for the Fine Arts Guild’s summer production, Into the Woods on Saturday, April 16 at 3 p.m. or Monday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m., at the Park Village Playhouse!

This retelling of classic Brothers Grimm Fables like Cinderella, Jack and his Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding Hood will be great fun to bring to the stage.

The two-week theater production day groups to assist in determining the best camp is available to students who have ensemble. A cast of 10 to 12 actors (up to completed 3rd grade and above and will 5-6 females and 5-6 males who can play be held daily, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., July 18 -22 20s-70s) will be chosen. and 25 -29, with public performances on The production will be performed as July 30 and 31. We have lots of fun and “story theater,” meaning that actors will you’ll learn a lot about acting and perspeak both dialogue and narrative, usuforming in ally performing the action as they defront of an auscribe it. An edited version of the origidience. To audinal script will be performed “on book,” tion, come prebut with props, scenery, and costumes pared to appropriate to the time and setting of the introduce yourplay. self, sing a song, This production is in anticipation of read from the producing a full scale production of the script by youroriginal script in 2017 in honor of the self and with 100th anniversary of the Baldpate Inn. other actors, The Guild welcomes back Jim Valone, and learn and actor, director and dramaturg from perform a few Thornton to direct this production. simple dance Since directing Jacob Marley’s Christmas moves. Lisa Carol for the Guild in December, Jim has Mann is our diappeared in Medea at the Edge Theater rector, and she’s in Denver and The Final Days of Judas great!

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cited about being on stage and a 6th grade and above student? Come to auditions and register for Tech Camp. Same time as the production camp except that you’ll learn about lights and sound, building the set and finding and creating props. All the really neat behind the scenes stuff that help make the production so awesome! Artist Michael Young will be our Tech Director and he has lots of experience and is excited to be working with our techies.

Youth Theater Camp is a tuition based camp. Tuition for the production camp, the actors, is $225 and for the tech camp, $175. There’s a 10% reduction for additional siblings from the same family. A limited number of scholarships are available, based on financial need, for students who live in the area served by the Park R-3 School District and the Estes Valley Recreation and Parks District.

Questions? Contact Kathy Littlejohn 970-218-6005 or Lisa Mann 720988-5369.

Your 10 Minutes Of Fame Submission Deadline May 1st

Calling all playwrights!! Whether you’re a novice, an amateur, or a published author, young or old or in the middle, the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies invites you to write a 10 minute script any genre, real or imagined, straight play or micro-musical. Cast your playlet with family and friends, rehearse, rehearse, rehearse to make it really good, and perform on the Historic Park Theatre stage on Sunday, May 15. You might even win an award!!

There will be two divisions, youth 18 and under and adult, so you’ll compete against your peers.

The Fine Arts Guild will provide basic set pieces like table, chairs, bookcase, small sofa, some small props and costume pieces such as hats, scarves, vests, and boas. In addition, you can bring one box of props and costume pieces.

Scripts must be submitted to Pat Nelson pnelson80517@gmail.com or Kathy Littlejohn Kathy.acn@gmail.com by May 1. So start writing and invite your friends, neighbors and relatives to come and see Your 10 Minutes of Fame!

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Local Activities Planned To Celebrate National Park Rx Day

National Park Rx Day was established to promote the growing number of physicians prescribing time in parks and nature to improve the health and wellbeing of their patients. Park managers, community leaders and health care organizations across the country are hosting activities in parks and green spaces to highlight the many ways park experiences can promote wellness.

All Estes Park residents and guests are invited to participate in activities April 21-24 in Estes and Rocky Mountain National Park. This celebration also marks the official roll out of Park Prescriptions at the three Rural Estes Alliance for Community Health (REACH) partner clinics – Estes Park Medical Group, Timberline Medical Clinic and Salud Family Health Center.

Events are being hosted by Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Town of Estes Park, in addition to physicians from the REACH clinics. The week of April 16-24 is also National Park Week, so there is free admission into the park.

Schedule of Events: Thursday, April 21 • 9 a.m. Spring Bird Walk (meet at Cub Lake Trailhead, RMNP, bring binoculars and field guide) Friday, April 22 • 11 a.m. Hike with a Doc

– Aaron Florence, DO (meet at Gem Lake Trailhead, RMNP*) • Noon-12:30 p.m. Stroll along the Riverwalk (meet at the Visitor Center)

• 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Discovery Day Kids Activities (Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, RMNP) • 10:30-11 a.m. Springing to Life Activity Table (Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, RMNP) • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Volunteer Trash Pick-up (meet at Beaver Meadows Visi-

Spring Bird Walk (meet at Cub Lake Traihead, RMNP)

Hike with a Doc - Aaron Florence, DO (meet at Gem Lake Trailhead*)

tor Center, RMNP, equipment provided, dress for the weather) Doc – Amanda • 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Park Greenhouse Luchsinger, MD Park Rx info at the Spring Health FairTours (Estes(Beaver Park Medical Center) Meadows Visitor Center, Lily Lake Walk with(meet a Docat - Frank D. Dumont, MD (meet at EP Visitor Center) RMNP) Trailhead*) • 1 p.m. Nature Walk (meet at Beaver Saturday, April 23 Meadows Visitor Center, RMNP) • 7-11 a.m. Learn April RMNP) 24 Nature Walk (meet at Beaver MeadowsSunday, Visitor Center, About Park Rx at the • 8-10 a.m. Hike with a Doc – Bridget Spring Health Fair Dunn, MD (meet at Lumpy Ridge Trail(Estes Park Medical Hike with a Doc - Bridget Dunn,MD (meet at Lumpy Ridge Trailhead*) head*) Center) Lake Estes Rec Trek (meet at the Lake Estes Marina) • 2-4 p.m. Lake Estes Rec Trek (meet at • 9 a.m. Walk with a the Lake Estes Marina) Doc – Frank D. Du*The physician-led hikes and walks mont, MD (meet at within Rocky Mountain National Park the Estes Park Visitor require an RSVP and are limited to 20 Center) Walk with •a 2 Doc - Amanda Luchsinger, MD (meet at Lily Lake Trailhead*) p.m.

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individuals (register at: epmedcenter.com/events-andclasses.php).

For all events in Rocky Mountain National Park, please note that parking is limited and additional time should be allowed to park. If possible, carpooling is recommended.

The health benefits of nature go beyond just physical health. There are many studies that document the benefits of nature for mental health, spiritual health, and social health. Physical activity in natural environments promotes feelings of revitalization, and decreases tension, anger and depression. Benefits are realized from both active and passive recreation that takes place in nature.

Active recreation includes any individual or group activity such as walking, hiking, running, biking, skateboarding, rock climbing, horseback riding, dancing, organized sports, and playground activities. These active recreation activities may improve participants’ physical and mental health.

Passive recreation includes more low impact activities such as yoga, tai chi, meditation, Pilates, stretching, reading, art (painting, photography, sketching, nature journaling, poetry, song, etc.) fishing, wildlife observation, stargazing, attending an outdoor music/performance/play, picnicking, etc. These passive recreation activities may improve participants’ mental/emotional and spiritual health.

Visit Estes Park is supporting the local celebration of National Park Rx Day by providing promotional assistance. See Visit Estes Park’s community calendar at VisitEstesPark.com/Community for more details about each of the scheduled events.

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

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National Volunteer Month: Who Wants To Be A Firefighter By: Kevin L. Mullin, MNM, CFRE

April is National Volunteer Month, a time to highlight and honor the work that is accomplished every day by volunteers in our community. As I reflect on the meaning of volunteerism, it occurs to me that the concept is a lot broader than some people recognize.

During the fall holiday season, there is a heightened emphasis on volunteering.

Some organizations literally have to turn people away in November, because the number of volunteers exceeds the amount of work that needs to be done.

On the other hand, these same organizations and others are nearly begging for volunteers in July. For some people, volunteering means going to a soup kitchen and serving the patrons, or working at a homeless shelter giving away blankets to the poor. Those who are outdoor enthusiasts might go and help build trails in a national park. These are great volunteer assignments, but there are many more volunteer opportunities that can feed your need for service while providing important utility to the community.

One important volunteer opportunity is board service. Most charities are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, comprised of people from the community who care about the work that is being done and who bring specific expertise. For example, a nonprofit organization's board might have people who are knowledgeable in the areas of banking, legal affairs, marketing, operations, program development, and human resources. Board service can give you the opportunity to use the knowledge, skills and abilities that make you successful in your day job for the benefit of the community. Each nonprofit board is different, and requires a different set of skills, different time commitments, and has different expectations for members. Find a cause that you care about and see if any organizations in that particular segment could use your help.

It is important to note that some people specifically do not want to volunteer in their professional capacity. If you are a public defender and dealing with people accused of crimes all day, you may prefer to do something completely different as a volunteer. When I was a kid, I wanted

to be a firefighter. My Dad was a truck driver back then and I was completely enthralled by anything powered with a diesel engine. I never became a firefighter, as I eventually got old enough to understand what firefighters actually do.

When I was 20 I saw the movie "Backdraft" and that sealed the deal. Perhaps you, too, once dreamed of being a firefighter. Did you know that you can volunteer to be a firefighter? There are fire departments throughout the Front Range and beyond who rely upon volunteer firefighters to keep their community safe. Local departments include the Estes Valley Fire Protection District, the Platte Valley Fire Protection District, and the Evans Fire Protection District, among others. These departments literally could not function without volunteers. If you have ever wanted to volunteer in a way that provides critical assistance to your

Move It Mondays @ The Library Free-Introductory Movement Class: Join us from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. for Move It Mondays in April. Start your day off with instructor led movement classes.

Each week we will feature a local trainer with a new type of movement. We will also have someone on hand to answer your Fitbit questions.

This special REACH Your Wellness Potential activity takes place at the library before the library opens. Exercise in the morning is a great way to start your day.

Kick off your morning by attending Move It Monday each week during April and get a taste of the amazing fitness opportunities in our community.

There are many different forms of exercise. What works for you might not work for your neighbor, and vice versa. While all movement is good, every individual needs to experiment to discover what works best for them. Move It Monday is your chance to come to the library, be playful with different types of fitness classes and determine if any are a match for you!

Remaining Move It Mondays will feature the following: April 18 – Crossfit with CrossFit Estes Park April 25 – Zumba with Chazz Glaze

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community, check out your local fire protection district to see if they are in need of personnel.

Lastly, another important volunteer role that can sometimes be overlooked is helping in the local schools. This goes beyond going on a field trip with your child's class, but actually taking on a regular task to help extend the effectiveness of the classroom teacher. For example, in many local school districts there are multiple languages spoken by the children who attend. Often times these children fall behind, not because they lack enough intelligence to do the work but because there is a language barrier. The schools do the best they can to accommodate the needs of English as a Second Language (ESL) students but they have limited resources. Classroom volunteers can be a big help to provide extra attention to students who need it, while allowing the teacher to ensure that the rest of the class is able to remain on track.

There are many ways to volunteer, opportunities that go beyond the obvious ones. What creative and necessary volunteer opportunities would you suggest people consider? Add them in the comments below, and thank you for considering what you can do to support the community during National Volunteer Month and beyond.

Kevin L. Mullin, MNM, CFRE serves as Executive Director of the Estes Park Medical Center Foundation. You can reach him at: 970-577-4306 or kmullin@epmedcenter.com.

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Tickets Now Available For “Keeping Bears In Mind” Concert Saturday, May 7th Bear Education Benefit Concert May 7 The Estes Park News is excited to be producing a bear education benefit concert called “Keeping Bears In Mind.” The purpose of the concert is to raise funds to educate and create awareness of the issues that Estes Valley businesses and residents face with bears in our area. Bears need to be kept wild and we can help by

being responsible with our trash and our birdfeeders, outdoor grills, compost piles, etc. By not feeding them, we will help to resolve these issues, thus saving the lives of our resident bears.

This concert will star Estes Park’s very own Cowboy Brad Fitch and feature his TropiCowboy Band. Brad has performed and is known worldwide not only for his

Freecycle Estes This Saturday Are your closets, cupboards, and garage chock full of things you don’t, can’t, or won’t use any longer? Admit it: most of us have too much stuff! This Saturday is your chance to free yourself from some of it and help others who can reuse your perfectly good, but no longer needed items.

The Estes Park League of Women Voters and Community Recycling Committee (CRC) has several goals, one of which is to “Practice the 3R’s: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Before placing an item in your trash or recycling, ask if you can reuse or repurpose the item, or whether it could be put to use by others.”

This Saturday, April 16th, the CRC is sponsoring its twice-yearly FreecycleEstes at Barn W, next to the Events

Center at the Estes Park Fairgrounds.

Donations may be dropped off from 810:30 a.m. Free shopping begins at 9 a.m. and concludes at 1 p.m. And yes, free means free.

Everyone is welcome to shop for free.

Donations may include almost any type of item: furniture, sports equipment, bikes, clothes, books, appliances, holiday decorations and home decor, tools, toys, pet needs, etc. What we will reject is trash, junk, dirty items, and tube TVs. In addition, all donated items must be in working condition.

Drop-off and haul away is easy, with plenty of parking available in front of Barn W. Questions? Contact Kathy Bowers at 586-5193.

original music, rock, country and folk hit songs but also he is one of the most popular John Denver tribute artists in the United States.

The concert will be held on Saturday, May 7th, at the new Events Complex.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the concert will begin at 7:00 p.m.

This day is also the 28th annual Duck Race, so many guests will be already in town. The event will also include food, a cash bar and bear related fun and educational booths in addition to the great music.

will go to save the bears.

This first annual event is presented by the Estes Park News, and supported by the Estes Valley Bear Education Task Force. Major sponsors are Rambo’s Longhorn Liquor, Smokin’ Daves BBQ,

the Bank of Estes Park, The Bear 107.9 FM and The Rocky Card. Associate sponsors are Kind Coffee and Hobert Office Services. Additional sponsorships are still available. Contact Gary or Kris

This bear sow photo was taken by Dan Faler at Paradise On The River in May of 2011. She had three young cubs with her. This and other photos were provided to us by Diana Eldridge, owner of Paradise on the River.

Ticket prices will be $15 for advance online sales and $20 the day of the event (plus a small processing fee for online purchase) and you can order online now at tinyurl.com/hqpho2e or go to the EP News website at epnews.com and click the link to the concert on the right of the page to order your tickets. All proceeds

Hazelton at the Estes Park News at 970586-5800 or email gary@estesparknews.com or kris@estesparknews.com for more information on how you can help save the bears!

Save the date so we can pack the house for this great concert!

A bear on a deck is quite a sight to see, but ultimately not a good situation for anyone. Jim & Juaniece Ward

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Colorado Bears Emerge From Hibernation The statewide bear population is difficult to estimate because it is costly to observe this solitary and elusive species.

All inventory efforts in Colorado involve extrapolating information about known bear densities in small geographic areas and applying them to larger areas. But more recently scientific sampling methods and advances in genetic analysis from the late 1990s have enabled wildlife managers to use DNA from “hair snag” samples to estimate bear populations. As a result, the current, conservative, statewide estimate is 17,000 to 20,000 bears.

Bears have an extremely keen sense of smell and excellent memories. Once they have learned about a reliable source of food, they will often return. Once this occurs, it requires significant diligence on the part of people to keep these foodconditioned bears from coming back and creating conflicts.

Tips for outdoor recreationists: - Make noise while walking or hiking to prevent surprising a bear. Clap, sing or talk loudly.

- Travel in a group if possible.

- Pay attention to the surroundings and watch for bear signs, such as tracks or claw or bite marks on trees.

- Review CPW’s recommendation in an brochure at cpw.state.co.us/Documents/Education/LivingWithWildlife/C ampingHikingInBearCountry.pdf

Photo courtesy CPW.

Colorado's bears have begun emerging from hibernation across the state. Colorado Parks and Wildlife, charged with perpetuating the wildlife resources of the state, reminds outdoor recreationists, city dwellers and rural homeowners to be responsible and take steps to minimize contact with bears, for the health and safety of both humans and bears.

“About 60 percent of our collared bears have already emerged from their dens, which is pretty normal for this time of year," said Heather Johnson, a CPW mammal researcher, who studies bears in Colorado. "Most of the bears that are still denned are the sows with newborn cubs.

They should emerge within the next few weeks.”

The black bear, Colorado’s only bear species, lives primarily west of I-25. They prefer forested or tall, shrubland habitat but may move through open landscapes as they disperse and enter adulthood.

Bears are omnivores and primarily eat vegetation such as grasses, forbs, berries, acorns, and seeds. They also eat insects or scavenge on carcasses, but can occasionally prey on newborn calves and fawns, beaver, marmots, deer, elk and

even domestic livestock or agricultural products.

When a localized natural food failure occurs, black bears from the affected area become increasingly mobile and persistent in search of human food sources like trash, fruit trees, pet food, bird feeders, livestock and agricultural products.

As bears emerge from hibernation, CPW reminds the public to take precautions to reduce potential for negative interactions with bears.

“Bears that seek out human food resources are at a higher risk of mortality due to lethal removals by landowners or wildlife managers, vehicle collisions, electrocutions, and other factors. It’s best for both bears and people if the bears continue to forage on natural foods, and avoid human development," Johnson said.

Other tools, employed by CPW when human safety and bear mortality concerns arise, include altering bear hunting licenses, implementing aversive conditioning techniques, increasing education and outreach activities, relocating nuisance bears and reducing the accessibility of human foods to bears.

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Tips to prevent human/bear conflicts for homeowners include: - Keep garbage in a well-secured enclosure and only put out garbage on the morning of pickup.

- Take down all bird feeders -- birds don't need to be fed during the summer.

Bird feeders are a major source of bear/human conflicts.

- Don't leave pet food or stock feed outside--never provide food for any wildlife.

Review CPW’s fact sheet at cpw.state.co.us/Documents/Education/L ivingWithWildlife/BearproofingYourHome.pdf Conduct a home audit to be sure you are not attracting bears to your property.

Bears are constantly on the move.

Recreationists, residents and visitors are reminded to contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife or call 303-866-3437 to file a report of injured or problem wildlife.

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THE PARABLE OF BENJAMIN During my time here in Estes Park I have been blessed to serve as a volunteer with the EPMC Hospice program. During that time it has been a joy to visit with people who are anticipating a ‘transition’ from this life to the next. As I reflect on some of those wonderful people and as I deal with my own close friends who are moving toward or through this transition, and as I think of my own mortality and future passing from this life, it is good for me to consider how I really feel about death and the new life that awaits me. Since I will be talking about ‘Heaven’ to our congregation Sunday, it is a good time to share some thoughts to enable us to explore our own feelings about ourselves, and our prospects.

In the book, Jesus, Hero of thy soul, author Jim Mcquiggen tells the story of Benjamin.

Young Benjamin, so the story goes, was ‘awfully afraid of dying.’ He had been diagnosed with a terminal illness. Understandably, then, he entertained many worrisome thoughts about his upcoming ‘transition’. One day as he walked across his yard a voice said, ‘What’s wrong with you, Benjamin?’

When he looked up to see who had spoken, it was a flower. When he recovered from the shock of a flower talking he admitted that he was afraid of dying. At this the flower laughed and said, ‘You’re silly. I love to die. I get to feeling droopy and weary, and then I die…and wake up all refreshed and new.’ Benjamin wished he could share the flower’s view, but the only thing he could come up with was, ‘Well, that’s all right for you, you’re a flower…but I’m a boy.’ On another day, as he lay under a tree feeling poorly and worrying about what would happen, a tiny voice asked him what was bothering him. This time it was a caterpillar. By now Benjamin sensed that all kinds of things have a message for you, if you’re willing to listen. ‘I’m awfully afraid of dying,’ he said. The caterpillar rolled over in laughter. ‘You’re afraid of dying?’ he asked as he hung upside down from a small branch. ‘I love to die. I just wrap up in my covering and when I wake up I’m all changed and beautiful. I can fly and everything. Dying is nothing to be afraid of.’ Once again, all Benjamin could say was, ‘It’s different with little boys,’ and walked into the house still worrying. One day he was feeling very tired. The sun was hurting his eyes and he felt he just had to lie down; and he did. He fell into a deep sleep and when he awoke he felt better, but still a little worried. He walked into the yard and there he met an angel. The angel asked, ‘What’s wrong, Benjamin?’ The boy said, ‘I’m just a little afraid of dying.’ The angel laughed and said, ‘Benjamin, no more worry, you already have passed through it. Now, you are truly alive.’

As we all know, this ‘transition’ can come at any time. A child darts out in front of a car and his ‘transition’ occurs. A young, strong former NFL football player dies as a result of a road-rage incident. A young healthy police officer dies serving an eviction notice. We never know, do we? Others make the ‘transition’ after long battles with some disease. The Bible says, “It is appointed unto man once to die…” and that each of us is “going the way of all living”, unless the Lord returns first.

So, it is good time to review our own feelings about this upcoming experience for all of us. Perhaps the ‘advice’ of a flower or caterpillar can be helpful. (Or feel free to call on me. I’m no ‘flower’ or ‘caterpillar’ but together we can find what God’s Word has to say about the subject.) Our Father can certainly help put our minds at rest.

(Bob)

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Join The Estes Park Cycling Coalition: Membership Is Open!

Members get a discounted price on Bike Estes t-shirts.

Courtesy photos

The Estes Park Cycling Coalition Breckinridge and Fruita, Colorado.”

(EPCC) invites you to join the club! Do As mentioned above, membership you wish you or your kids could safely money will be put towards high priority walk or bicycle in Estes Park? Do you projects such as the Stanley Park Bike want more opportunities to mountain Park, currently in planning stages. Todd bike in the area? Would you like to meet Plummer, EPCC Treasurer and Bike new people and go on group rides?

Park Committee Chair: “EPCC and These are just some of the reasons to be- Estes Valley Recreation and Parks Discome a memtrict have a Request ber. for Proposal to hire Now in its a designer for the third year, the Stanley Park Bike EPCC has esPark. This enhancetablished a ment will provide a membership non- paved running program. By and biking trail Become a card carrying member of the Estes joining, you around Stanley Park Cycling Coalition! are helping to Park, a pump track, move this organization forward as an ad- and a mountain bike skills course for the vocacy and riding club. Membership Estes Park High School Mountain Bike funds are prioritized for bike-related Team and general public to enjoy. EPCC projects that benefit the community is providing the volunteer efforts to push such as hosting Bike to Work Day activi- this project from a Master Plan Concept ties, supporting trail-building volunteer to a physical reality and has provided work, and local advocacy efforts as well community donations to help fund the as for modest operational costs by a vol- mapping and design work.” unteer board. Additional perks for an The next EPCC meeting will take place annual membership include a club card on Wednesday, April 20 at 7 p.m. at that gets you 15 percent off at the Estes Rock Cut Brewing Company. These Park Mountain Shop and Via Bicycle meetings take place on the third Café.

Wednesday of the month and are open The EPCC is run by a Board of Directo all. At the April 20 meeting, the Board tors: Alicia Rochambeau, Thad Eggen, will summarize the status of current Todd Plummer, Erica Goad, and Mike projects. Additionally, Larimer County Lewelling. Each board member brings a representatives Pam Mayhew and Joel different perspective on bicycling: some Schwab will discuss the 6.5 mile mounare mountain bikers, some road cyclists, tain bike trail that will be built in Hermit and some are bike commuters, but each Park this summer, in part with volunteer works together with the common goal to labor provided by EPCC. EPCC is enbring more occasions to bike ride in the couraging as much participation as posEstes Valley. sible to help out with the Hermit Park mountain bike trail building day on AuHere’s what Erica Goad, Secretary has gust 6th (rain day back-up date is August to say: “To me, cultivating more opportunities for cycling in Estes Park will en- 20), so mark your calendars! Lunch will rich our community, by providing alter- be provided.

Memberships can be purchased at the native, safe means of transportation and recreation that spans generations. Biking meeting or online at www.bikeestes.org brings people together via wellness, fun, (click on “membership” under the “Shop” tab). An annual family memberdoing something good for the environment, and strengthens the sense of com- ship is $40 and $30 for an individual.

Bike Estes t-shirts are for sale too! Group munity, which is important in a small rides will get posted soon, so check the town like ours!”

Thad Eggen, Vice Chairman: “Creating website and the Estes Park Cycling Coalition Facebook page often for upnew trails is a passion for me for two reasons: more areas to play in our under- dates and announcements.

Remember, as we gear up for the bicyutilized forest lands and as a way to dicling season, motorists and cyclists alike: versify our tourists in an effort to combe careful and courteous on the road! pete with other Colorado areas like

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Junior Ranger Day Kicks Off A Week’s Worth Of Activities For National Park Week At Rocky Mountain National Park

Come celebrate National Junior Ranger Day and National Park Week at Rocky Mountain National Park. A special National Junior Ranger Day event will be held to kick off the week, Saturday, April 16, at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Junior Ranger Day celebrates getting youth involved in learning and taking care of our national parks. There will be an arts & crafts station to create fun artwork, and family friendly activities to get kids moving. On this day only, Junior Rangers can also earn a special wooden Centennial badge!

Join in the Junior Ranger Day fun at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, and help the youth in your life discover how to become stewards of our national parks.

April 16 through April 24 is National Park Week. Admission to the park will be free the whole week in celebration of

the National Park Service 100th Anniversary. A special Instagram photography exhibit celebrating Rocky Mountain National Park will be on display at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center during the week. In addition, there will be a rangerled Springing to Life activity table every day from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

On Thursday, April 21, at 9 a.m. join the Spring Bird Walk at the Cub Lake Trailhead. Bring binoculars and a field guide. Parking is limited.

A special Centennial Earth Day Event will be held at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 23. There will be special family activities, arts and crafts, and park greenhouse tours, and park staff and scientists will be on hand to share information on a variety of Earth Day topics: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Discovery Days Kids Activities

Two Exciting Projects For The Future Of Recycling In Estes Park Today, curbside haulers and recycle centers collect used glass and sell it to the re-manufacturer where it is sorted by color and quality, washed and sanitized, and recycled into small granules called cullet, which can be processed into many products for many uses.

However, the advent of single streaming our recyclables has affected this system negatively. According to the Loveland Recycling Center, due to breakage, only 30% of single streamed glass is recyclable. Worse than that, apparently broken glass can contaminate other recyclables. Larimer County Landfill has told us that there is insufficient market for glass and it will not be recycled.

Clear Intentions is a cullet company in Colorado (Commerce City). Due to the scarcity of used, recyclable glass, they have added a new dimension to their business, collecting and hauling glass for their own use. What is more, they are considering placing a collection station in Estes Park. But, in order to justify the expense, they must have sufficient enrollment in their “Glass Valet” program, where businesses pay for curbside pickup. Anyone interested in the program, please feel free to contact us at RRRcyc2se@gmail.com and we will put you in touch with the right person or

catch them at the LWV presentation on recycling.

The second possible recycling program will also have representatives attending the LWV meeting. Ecocycle is an excellent recycling program offering clean, well designated dropoff stations throughout Boulder County. Each location is slightly different in hours of operation and, beyond the basics, precisely what they accept.

To access information, reference www.ecocycle.org/yourcommunity/ and choose a location.

The Ecocycle CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) collects such things as electronics, plastic and metal appliances, computer and office manuals, #6 white block foam, mattresses and box springs, porcelain sinks and toilets, #2 plastic toys and baskets, fire extinguishers, yoga mats, and concrete among other items that present disposal difficulties in Estes Park.

Their newest endeavor, “CHaRM on the Road,” is evaluating a one-day collection (in October) in Estes Park! In the meantime, similar events are planned in Lyons and Allenspark. And, of course, don’t forget the FreecycleEstes event this Saturday, April 16.

(See page 18 for more info).

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Park Greenhouse Tours 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Springing to Life Activity Table 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Volunteer Trash Pick-up (Meet at the Visitor Center, dress for the weather, equipment is EPNEWS provided) 1:00 p.m. Nature Walk National Park Rx Day is on Sunday, April 24. It is a day celebrated across the United States to promote the growing movement of physicians prescribing parks and nature to improve the health and well-being of their patients. Additionally, National Park Rx Day encourages everyone to start seeing visits to parks and public lands as important to their overall health. Rocky Mountain National Park is partnering with the Rural Estes Alliance for Community Health (REACH), Estes Valley Recreation and Park District and the Town of Estes Park to host activities on April 22 through April 24, that encourage individuals and families to get moving and take in the healing aspects of nature! The list of these events both inside and outside of Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) follows. Please note some require ad-

vance registration.

Friday, April 22 11 a.m. Hike with a Doc – Aaron Florence, DO (meet at Gem Lake Trailhead, RMNP*) Noon -12:30 p.m. Stroll Along the Riverwalk (meet at the Estes Park Visitor Center) 2 p.m. Walk with a Doc – Amanda Luchsinger, MD (meet at Lily Lake Trailhead*) Saturday, April 23 9 a.m. Walk with a Doc – Frank D. Dumont, MD (meet at the Estes Park Visitor Center) Sunday, April 24 8 a.m. Hike with a Doc – Bridget Dunn, MD (meet at Lumpy Ridge Trailhead*) 2 - 4 p.m. Lake Estes Rec Trek (meet at the Lake Estes Marina) * The physician-led hikes and walks within Rocky Mountain National Park require an RSVP and are limited to 20 individuals (register at: epmedcenter.com/events-andclasses.php) Parking is limited. If possible, carpooling is recommended.

For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park, please call the park’s Information Office at (970) 5861206 or visit www.nps.gov/romo

Commercial Services-Prospectus Issued For Trail Ridge Store The National Park Service issued a prospectus for the merchandise and food service operations at Trail Ridge Store on April 11, 2016. This store is located on Trail Ridge Road at Fall River Pass at an elevation of 11,796 feet and is the only gift shop and food service operation located within the park.

Trail Ridge Store is only in operation when the road is open to visitors, usually from Memorial Day to Columbus Day. Annual gross receipts over the past three years have averaged $4.1 million. The current operator does not have a preferential right to renewal. The new contract will be for a 10-year term.

The prospectus will be issued for a 95-day response period, with proposals due to the National Park Service

by July 14, 2016.

A site visit will be conducted on June 7, 2016. Parties interested in attending this visit should contact Kirsten Moody, Commercial Services Specialist at Kirsten_moody@nps.gov or at (970) 586-1209 no later than June 3, 2016.

There will be a limit of three people per organization. Much of the day will be spent at the store itself. This visit is intended to give prospective bidders a chance to examine the property and operation and ask questions of park staff about the contract. The Prospectus is available at http://concessions.nps.gov/prospectuses.htm For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park, please call the park’s Information Office at (970) 5861206 or visit www.nps.gov/romo

Listen To Music For Free Many people find listening to music can be a bonus when it comes to working out. It adds a level of enjoyment and is a tool for getting centered and focused. REACH your wellness potential and join Tech Guide Diana Laughlin at the Estes Valley Library for Listen to Music for Free on Wednesday, April 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

During this class, you will learn how

you can listen to music for free on your iPad, iPhone, Android phone or tablet.

Bring your own device. We’ll go over how to stream music online and create free radio stations personalized to you using Pandora and Spotify.

This class is an intermediate class for people who know how to install apps on their device. Space is limited for Listen to Music for Free and registration is required.

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Rotary Team Tallies Race Ducks, Sells Adoptions

The 2016 Rotary Club of Estes Park Duck Race Committee. Courtesy photos

With just a few weeks to go until the eral downtown locations ducks hit the water, members of the • A scavenger hunt sponsored by the Duck Race Committee met April 7 to Downtown Business Partners sort and count 6,000 • Entertainment, crafts, competitive swimmers. photo booth, food and Every duck counts, so beer in Bond Park from every duck must be ac10 a.m. to 3 p.m. counted for, examined • Entertainment, retail for injury and replaced sales, face painting in with new models when George Hix Riverside necessary. The comPlace beginning at 1 p.m. puter program that • Duck cartoons at The supports the race will Reel Mountain Theater randomly assign a • Matching donations duck’s number to each up to $5,000 by The Stanperson that adopts a ley Hotel to benefit The feathered friend, so the Virgil Yarbough & Gregg Jurgens Estes Park Rotary Founvolunteers also check pitched in April 7 to sort race ducks. dation duck numbers for legi• A new cage for the ducks, bility and duplication. which they will find much The Duck Race Commore comfortable as mittee met at Duck they wait for their Central, 514 Big big swim Thompson Ave. • Adoption forms Unit D, later on on display at 49 April 7 to review Estes Park locacritical race tions for easier week timelines purchase. and tasks. Led by 2016 ‘Big Duck’ Rene Moquin, the all-volunteer committee is working hard to ensure a successful Duck Race Festival. Some highlights of this year’s event include: • A 5K Duck Waddle sponsored by the Estes Park Running Club at 9 a.m.

• Pancake breakfast in Bond Park beginning at 8 a.m. on Race Day and sponsored by the Longs Peak Rotary and Kiwanis Club • Free trolley shuttle service provided by the Town of Estes Park between Nicky’s and sev- Jill Zerhan, Bob Brunson and Pete Sumey are duck dedicated.

Estes Park Women’s Golf Association Seeking New Members If you are a lady who enjoys golfing, please consider joining the Estes Park Women's Golf Association. On April 26 we will be having our opening luncheon.

May 3 will be our first day of play.

If this is your first experience with league play, do not let it frighten you.

We have a great “Hens and Chicks” pro-

gram that helps mentor you in all aspects of league play.

For additional information, or questions, you can call President Ruth Moser at 719-966-2038 or, “Hen's and Chicks” coordinator Kay Tritico at 586-2375.

Hope to see you soon on the golf course.

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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS

ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS

For additional information call 800-443-7837 2 -577-

April 15- , 2016 EVENTS April 19 & 26: Free 5K Group Run. Starts at the Stanley Hotel. 6pm April 22: Earth Day Celebration. Enjoy music, art, videos and more! Estes Valley Library. 2:30-4:30pm April 22: Earth Day Customer Appreciation. Kind Coffee. Live music, raffles, and coffee. 11am-2pm April 22: It’s Showtime! Presbyterian Community Church. A fun, musical variety show to benefit the community.

7-9pm April 23: Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival Spring Concert.

The Young Dubliners & 6 other performers, scotch & beer tastings. 1211pm April 21-24: Park Prescription Day Celebration. Explore the trails & take part in active events in Estes Park & RMNP. VisitEstesPark.com/Community April 29: Estes Park Mountain Festival. Celebrating Arbor Day, Earth Day & Community. Estes Park Events Complex. 9am-3pm

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT April 15: Will Thomas. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm April 15: Karaoke Night. American Legion Post 119. 6pm April 15: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm April 15: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6-9pm April 15: Estes Valley Handbell Ensemble Spring Concert. Rocky Mountain Church. 7pm

Monday – April 18 White chili, Corn bread, Celery and carrots, Fresh orange slices, Cinnamon roll Tuesday – April 19 BBQ pork sandwich, Coleslaw, Potato salad, Cookie Wednesday – April 20 Meatloaf, Macaroni and cheese, Mixed vegetables, Cake Thursday – April 21 Chicken parmesan, Spaghetti and marinara, Garden salad, Garlic bread, Pie Friday – April 22 Hot hero sandwich, Two sides (chef ’s choice), Brownie

April 17: EP Music Festival: Estes Valley Chamber Singers. Classical.

Stanley Hotel. 2pm April 17: Neal Whitlock. Acoustic.

The Rock Inn. 5pm April 20: Matthew Gurnsey. Celtic Music. Marys Lake Lodge. 6pm

April 16: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock. Marys Lake Lodge. 6-9pm April 16: Kaleigh Baker. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Visit the RMNP Visitor Centers to learn more about wildlife, the junior ranger program, recreational activities & more!

April 20: Open Stage. Lonigans. 9pm

Free RMNP & Ranger-Led Programs.

Details: 970-586-1206. Reservations: 970-586-1223

April 21: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock. Waterfront Grille at the Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

April 16: National Junior Ranger Day. Earn a special Junior Ranger Badge celebrate the Centennial of the NPS.

April 21: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

April 16-24: National Park Week.

Celebrate National Parks with free entrance into the park.

April 22: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm April 22: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6-9pm April 22 & 23: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm April 23: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock. Marys Lake Lodge. 6-9pm April 26: Open Mic. Ed’s Cantina. 6pm April 27: Open Stage. Lonigans. 9pm April 28: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm April 28: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock. Waterfront Grille at the Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm April 15: Will Thomas. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm April 29: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm

April 16 & 23: Springing to Life Activity Table. Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 10-11am April 19-21 & 26-29: Spring Bird Walk.

Cub Lake Trailhead. 9-10:30am April 21: Full Moon Walk. Reservations required, no more than 7 days prior.

April 23: Earth Day Celebration.

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs. Nature seminars, outings & classes for all ages. Fees apply & registration is required. Call for details, locations & registration: 970-586-3262.

April 15 & 16: Mysterious Owls of Rocky. 3-9pm April 21: North with the Spring: Bird Migration.8am - 4:30pm

April 29: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6-9pm

EXHIBITS

April 29: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm April 29: Relntarnation. Bluegrass.Rock Inn 9-12pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES & LECTURES

April 15: Ponder the Albatross.

Bluegrass. The Rock Inn. 8:30-11:30pm April 15 & 16: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

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

Sat., Sun. & Wed.: Weaving Demonstrations. Weaver’s Attic, Old Church Shops. 1-3pm

April 1-May 8: It’s Just Red, Yellow & Blue...and what you do with it! Art Center of Estes Park. 10am-5pm April 8-30: Drawn to Black Canyon: The History & Beauty of MacGregor Ranch. Estes Park Museum. Fri. & Sat.10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm Through April 24: 19th Annual Student Expressions, Estes Park K-12 Art Show. CAC Fine Art Gallery. 12-5pm

Submit your upcoming events for Happenings and our website at VisitEstesPark.com/Submit

United Methodist Church of Estes Park 1509 Fish Hatchery Rd. (970) 586-4153 www.estesparkumc.org KREV-LP 104.7 FM

Sunday Morning Schedule 9:45 am Worship 10:45 am Fellowship Time in Anderson Hall 11am Adult Sunday School

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Full Moon April 21st

Last Quarter April 29th

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Music To Soothe The Soul, Touch The Heart...

And Provide Scholarships

“Music expresses that which cannot be board certified said and on which it is impossible to be music therapist silent.” That’s how Victor Hugo viewed with her private practice, Life Rhythms Brad and Kelley Anderson then pay tribthe importance of music in our lives.

Music Therapy, as well as a medical soute to Frank Sinatra with a medley of Hugo, Shakespeare, Nietzsche, even Alcial worker at Estes Park Medical Center. seven of Sinatra’s hits over the years. The bert Einstein all saw the value of a life “I am touched every day by the twists quartet Uncommon Connection (Bert filled with music.

Bergland, Don Estes Park resiBryson, Bob dents have an opGunn, and portunity to put Roger some music in Thorp) take their lives at “It’s us down Showtime!” The south with annual musical "Shenanrevue will be held doah" folFriday, April 22 at lowed by the 7:00 p.m. and SatBeach Boys’ urday, April 23 at tune “In My 2:00 p.m. at PresRoom.” byterian CommuChristy Flonity Church of the rence, who Brad & Kelley Anderson Christy Florence Lori Burnham Rockies, 1700 dazzled Estes Brodie Ave. in Estes Valley audiences as Eliza Doolittle in the Park. Admission is $15 in advance, $18 and turns people’s lives take, and how Allenspark Performat the door. Children get in free. All the music, particularly the human voice, ing Arts Company proceeds from “It’s Showtime” go to the touches people in ways many other production of “My scholarship fund of the Rotary Club of things cannot, from bringing laughter Fair Lady,” will sing Estes Park Foundation. Last year, the and fun to tears and understanding, and "Chacun le Sait" by foundation provided $24,000 in scholar- above all, connection,” says Bell. For Gaetano Donizetti ships for Estes Park High School gradu- “Showtime” she will be perform from La Fille Du ates.

"V'adoro Pupille" from "Giulo Cesare" by Regiment. Western Handel.

“It’s Showtime!” features some of the singing artist Vic Anbest musical talent in the Estes Valley.

The program actually opens with a per- derson will perform Among the 17 different performances in formance by the Estes Park High School “Dreamy Montana the show is singer Nancy Bell. She’s a Jazz Band and the Major 13 Jazz Choir.

Moon” and an original song of his own “Shadow Valley.”

Nancy Bell Teenage violinist Ted Dumont will dazzle the “Showtime” audience with Brahms’s “Hungarian Dance.” Tenor soloist Randy Boyd goes gospel with “I Bowed on My The community is invited to this Estes Valley Recreation and Parks DisKnees.” Wrapping up the first half of the year’s “Cinco de Mayo” celebration, trict. The planners also thank the Park show will be Madison Casey and Bob which will feature delicious food, live R-3 School District for their assistance Brunson with a Victor Borge routine and music, festive attire, and hometown in hosting this family event. then the folk quartet Elk Hollow (Jack pride. The annual “Viva Estes Park!”

In the pages of history, “Cinco de Overly, Gary Reeves, Dmitri Galcovski, fiesta will take place on Thursday, Mayo” represents a holiday from Mexand Tim McLemore) sings and strums May 5 at the Estes Park High School ico that com-memorates the victory of its way to intermission with two songs: Commons. The event is open from Mexican troops over French forces in “"Weeping Willow" and "O Mary Don't 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Food will be Puebla, Mexico on May 5, 1862. Much You Weep." served from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with mu- like St. Patrick’s Day, it gained increassic and dancing beginning at 7 p.m.

The second half of the program opens ing popularity in the United States While there is no charge to attend, a with a comedy routine by CJ Jensen and and has grown to be a day of festivities free-will donation may be made at Raylene Tyson followed by Nancy Bell’s enjoyed by many cultures. the door to offset expenses. solo. Scott Wilseck has played piano The public is encouraged to attend since he was eight years old and over the This year, the band Los 7 de la on May 5. In addition to food and mulast 30 years has performed with country Kumbia will be performing live. The sic, “Cinco” pro-vides an opportunity bands, rock bands, cowboy singers, fashband is made up of talented local per- for all ages to come together in activiion shows, a gospel mass, at benefit dinformers and has become a popular at- ties, conversation, and civic pride. ners, sound tracks for plays, Dixieland traction both in and around Estes bands and art gallery shows. He goes Park. The band will commemorate “Cinco de Mayo” with music from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Estes Park High School Jazz Band Cinco de Mayo in Estes Park has benefited from many sponsors since its inaugural celebration sixteen years ago. This year, Mountain Home Cafe and Los 7 de la Kumbia are join-ing forces as major sponsors to continue the tradition and provide a friendly community celebra-tion for all ages. Additional sponsors for this year’s event are Families for Estes, the Town of Estes Park, and the

Annual “Cinco De Mayo” Celebration Set For May 5

ragtime with “Scott Joplin Gets the St. Louis Blues and Goes to Chicago” plus the hymn “Just a Closer Walk with Thee.” This year’s Big Duck in the Estes Park Duck Race Festival, Rene Moquin, will become Rodney Dangerfield for a comedy routine.

Soprano Lori Burnham, who has performed in a host of local musical productions over the last ten years in Estes, will make her sixth “Showtime” appearance with a number that could get you on your feet. “It’s a beautiful piece of music titled ‘Amigos Para Siempre’ (Friends for Life),” says Burnham. “This Andrew Lloyd Webber piece is a gem that is not well-known because it was written as a ‘stand-alone’ piece especially for the Closing Ceremony of the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. It has a Latin beat and may make the audience

Scott Wilseck

want to get up and dance the Rumba!”

Winding up “It’s Showtime” will be folk singer Steve Smersh doing an original, “The Boat That I Row,” followed by baritone soloist Larry Pierce with Lerner and Lowe’s Brigadoon classic, “Almost Like Being in Love.”

The emcee for the evening will be an acting and performing talent in his own right – Kurtis Kelly.

Tickets to “It’s Showtime!” are on sale at Macdonald Book Shop on Elkhorn, at the Thursday Noon meeting of the Rotary Club of Estes Park (downstairs at the Country Market on Moraine Ave.), the Estes Park Convention and Visitors Bureau, and at MedX. For information about sponsorship and advertising opportunities, or for more details about “It’s Showtime,” contact Jack Overly, jmoverly@cs.com, 970-5862559.

Photos by Marsha Hobert

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Join In For An All Day Celtic Concert The Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival is kicking off its 40th anniversary, with a fantastic all-day spring concert. This April 23rd event starts at noon and runs till 11 p.m. at the Estes Park fairgrounds event center, which is a new indoor venue located at 1209 Manford Ave. Your host for the day is comedian Bob Stromberg and will feature live music from authentic Celtic performers including Ashley MacIsaac, a native of Nova Scotia, fresh off his Ireland tour.

The Young Dubliners, a versatile Irish band formed in the early 90s, The Tannahill Weavers, one of Scotland's premier traditional bands and Colorado's own, The Singing Pilgrims, three ladies with a unique signature sound.

Those seeking a true glimpse into Celtic culture can sample traditional food and drink including beers and ales, wines, scotch and British Isles spirits.

Ashley MacIsaac is, in a sense, the musical representative of the pre-millennial generation of Atlantic Canada. An ardent traditionalist (and cousin of international Celtic performer Natalie MacMaster) with a penchant, nevertheless, for experimentation, this young Nova Scotian native has been taught to play the fiddle the working-class, pub-stomp Cape Breton way: fast, furious, and with phenomenal precision.

Dublin natives Keith Roberts (vocals,

guitar) and Paul O'Toole ( vocals, guitar, mandolin, harmonica ) formed the Young Dubliners in the early 1990s after meeting one another in a Los Angeles pub. Roberts had been tweaking some Irish ballads of his own and opted that a band would be in order. O'Toole obliged, as well as Brendan Holmes (bass).

The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland's premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, original ballads and lullabies.

Their music demonstrates to old and young alike the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people.

Aggressive and passionate fiddle tunes are the centerpiece of Colorado's very own "Singing Pilgrims" signature sound and all three ladies take a turn on the Celtic harp.

For over thirty years Bob Stomberg has been delighting audiences of all ages with his perfect blend of standup, story and shtick. Always clean, his presentation is a disarming healthy blend of knee-slapping comedy and wholesome encouragement.

For more information and ticket pricing please visit www.scotfest.com or call l-800-90estes. Options are available to customize your day for specific performances, or the best deal by far, the all day pass!

Every Vote Counts. Your Vote Counts!

Dear Editor: On Tuesday, April 5, 2016, the Town of Estes Park held an election to determine the Mayor and three other Trustee positions to govern our Town for the next four years. We won’t know until April 15th who our next Mayor will be because, after 2,197 ballots were cast, only three votes separate the top two contenders.

Three votes, out of nearly 2,200 voters who did fill out that ballot, may determine the outcome of this election. Sadly, 45% of the eligible voters in our Town chose not to take the few short minutes to fill out the ballot that was mailed directly to their home and return it to the Town. Those roughly 1,800 voters who did not exercise their hard-fought right to vote might well have changed the outcome of this election. Indeed, it might have changed if only 10 of those voters had voted. Or even five.

The League of Women Voters does not support or oppose any candidate. We are not suggesting that the outcome should be different. We are only pointing out that three votes out of 2,200 is a small margin. Your vote counts. When the outcome is determined by a margin of one tenth of one percent of the voters, it really shows.

On May 3rd, the Park Hospital District is holding an election. Unlike the Town election, this is a polling place ballot, requiring you to go to Town Hall on May 3rd between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. to vote in person. Registered voters

within the Park Hospital District are eligible to vote. If you will not be able to go to the polling place, then you can request an absentee ballot from the administration office at the Estes Park Medical Center.

The remaining four Special Districts that most of us are a part of – the Recreation and Parks District, the Upper Thompson Sanitation District, the Estes Park Sanitation District, and the Fire District – are not holding an election because not enough candidates volunteered to run for their Board openings.

Thus, these Boards are staffed by the few who stepped forward, not by election by the people.

America requires advanced citizenship.

You must participate! At the very least, vote! It’s not hard. It does matter.

For more information on the Hospital District election, visit www.epmedcenter.com and click on the “Election” link under the Departments menu. You may also call the district designated election official, Lindsey McLellan, at 970-5774470. You can also view the recent hospital candidate forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Estes Park at http:// estesgovtv.pegcentral.com/player.php?vi deo=ba3a1f46cb0765f3d917010d6f6b2b cf.

Bonnie Seals President, League of Women VotersEstes Park

Tannahill Weavers

Ashley MacIsaac

Bob Stromberg

Singing Pilgrims

Young Dubliners

More Gym Space Needed At Community Center To The Editor: The discussion continues on the Estes Valley Community Center and while no final decisions have been made, we want to ensure our voices are heard for the need for appropriate gym space.

When we originally voted for the Community Center, the plan showed two full-size gyms. Due to funding constraints, the current plan shows a gym that is approximately the size of our middle school gym.

Gym space is a service that is greatly lacking in this community whether that is for after-school programs, EVRPD kids and adult programs, or independent groups that need gym space for their particular sport. Finding a space to play basketball, volleyball, badminton, and Pickleball (the fastest growing sport in the country and in Estes Park) is hard to come by and the space is, in most cases, too small and only available one night a week. This is not adequate if you are a sports enthusiast who would like to play several times a week like others are able to do in surrounding communities.

For example, the 70-member group that plays Pickleball is only offered play one night per week at the middle school gym where only three courts are available. There have been times when there have been over 20 players. This leaves half the players sitting on the sidelines waiting to get court time. Some have

stopped coming because of the wait. The same situation will occur with the proposed gym at the Community Center.

Without changes such as additional space and ceiling-retractable basketball hoops, the gym will only be able to provide three courts for Pickleball & potentially other sports as well.

There has been much talk about the need for Senior Center space and while we support this, there are many active seniors (one of the largest demographics in town) who are primarily concerned about gym space to continue their active life style. They want it for their kids and their grandkids too. Please ensure our Community Center has the gym space needed to serve all ages and interests in our community.

Active Seniors for Gym Space Jean McGuire, Trudy Collar, Eric Waples, Rhonda Mickelson, Lee Kennicke, Bruce & Sally Van Der Kamp, Karla Henderson, Jeanne & Larry Allen, Ed & Marlene Hayek, Joe & Janice Osman, Deb Patrick, Mike Wold, Sheldon Johnson, Jackie Hertel, Rene & Joanne Moquin, Hank & Jeanne Biase, Barbara and Thomas Kostohryz, David & Susan King, Jim Carr, Faith Zimmerman, Betsy and Phillip Stampfli, Bob Litherland, Linda Langer, Chris Breit, Sunniva Russell, Beth & RDee Sherrill, Sandy & Bill Chockla and Deb Bialeschki

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EPNRC Offers Workshop On The Basics Of Proposal Writing For Grants

The Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center presents a free workshop (facilitated webinar) on proposal writing basics for nonprofit organizations on Thursday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Computer Lab at the Estes Valley Library.

This workshop will cover the key components of a grant proposal to a foundation.

For those new to proposal writing, this workshop will include: • How the proposal fits into the overall grantseeking process • What to include in a standard proposal to a foundation • Tips for making each section of your proposal stronger • What funders expect to see in your proposal and attachments

• Tips for communicating with funders during the grant process • Additional resources on proposal writing, including sample proposals The workshop will also include a brief introduction to Grantspace.org and the Foundation Directory Online, the Foundation Center’s premiere searchable database that provides information on more than 110,000 grantmakers and more than three million grant records as well as the Colorado Grants Guide, Colorado’s leading online tool for grant funding research.

To register please visit www.estesvalleylibrary.org and select the “Calendar” tab. Then proceed to the April 28 date, select the event then click “register now.”

Or email Jill Lancaster at director@ epnonprofit.org or call 970-480-7805.

Harrison Daley 11th Grade His favorite quote is “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us” by J.R.R. Tolkien. This quote appeals to him because it touches on the idea that we only have one life to live and should make the most out of it, every moment and every day.

Outside of his school work, Harrison enjoys track, cross-country, choir, acting and theater.

After high school Harrison plans to study Astronomy or something concerning space for his main major. He will most likely minor in electronic music production as he has really grown to enjoy creating his own songs.

(His favorite musical artists are Daft Punk and Madeon). There is a high possibility though, that his interests may change and he may end up majoring in a whole different field.

When he’s not busy with school, he likes to go fly-fishing, hiking, backpacking, biking around town, boating, hunting, playing frisbee, badminton, skiing, collecting, working on electronic music production and operating remote control equipment.

He is still uncertain as to which college he will attend once he graduates from high school. Once he graduates from college and has a job, he plans to travel as much as possible and would even consider living in Europe.

Harrison has a 3.89 GPA and has earned his varsity letters in academics (2), and cross country and he ran in the Colorado State Cross Country Championships.

Reel Mountain Theater has also graciously donated two movie passes to our Student of the Week!

Congratulations to Harrison Daley, Student of the Week for April 15, 2016.

ESTES PARK NEWS

Free Training - How To React In A Violent Intruder Situation Nonprofits, businesses, churches… large cities, small towns. An active shooter or violent intruder situation can occur anywhere and at any time.

ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) training prepares individuals to handle the threat of an Active Shooter and teaches individuals to participate in their own survival, while leading others to safety. Though no one can guarantee success in this type of situation, this new set of skills will greatly increase the odds of survival should anyone face this form of disaster.

Please join us for this free training to be held on Tuesday, April 26 from 9-11 a.m. at Town Hall in Room 202-203.

This ALICE training will provide multi-

ple ways to respond to an active shooter situation and give you the confidence and training needed to save lives. ALICE was developed by a law enforcement officer and his wife, an elementary school principal, after the Columbine High School massacre. The program has studied multiple active shooter situations and learned what kind of responses save lives.

This training well be taught by Estes Park Police Officer Curt Plassmeyer and a team of ALICE trained leaders.

Registration is required. Please sign up at www.epnonprofit.org. Under News and Events, Click the workshop title to get to the registration page.

Questions regarding any of these programs may be directed to Jill Lancaster, EPNRC Executive Director at director@epnonprofit.org or 970-4807805.

“Intergenerational” Art Classes Offered At The Art Center The Art Center of Estes Park is pleased to invite you to join us for the “Intergenerational” art classes being offered this spring. All of these classes are designed to be enjoyed by adults and children together in the same class. Parents with their children, grandparents with grandchildren, and mentors with mentees have attended these affordable classes.

All Intergenerational classes are geared for a wide range of capabilities, accommodating age and skill differences, with the ability for projects to be increasingly more challenging for advanced ages and skills. Individual students are also always welcome. The age limit for students starts at six years of age, but younger children will be accepted into class if accompanied by an adult. All of the Intergenerational classes are taught by Master of Fine Arts Vickie Mastron, who is a participating artist at the Art Center as well as the Gallery Manager.

Check out the upcoming spring Intergenerational classes.

Back by popular demand: Beaded Bugs, April 30, 10:30 a.m.12:00 noon, Class fee: $15. Using colored wire and a variety of beads, we’ll come up with some wonderful, whimsi-

cal beaded specimens, whether it be bee or beetle.

Spring Flower Watercolor, May 21, Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon, Class fee: $15. Students will explore the fun of painting flowers with a number of watercolor media including crayons, pencils, cake and tube paints. Something for everybody’s taste and style.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. To register for classes, for a complete listing of art classes offered throughout the year, or for more information, please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com and click on “Classes.” The Art Center’s Winter/Spring gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The gallery is closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through May 12.

Communicate To Connect Classes Communication impacts our well-being. Successfully navigating the art of communication is something that takes self-awareness and some effort even in the best scenarios. Join Margaret Repath of RePath Coaching on Wednesday, April 20 from 12 – 1:00 at the Estes Valley Library for Communicate to Connect.

Whether consciously or not, we give meaning to everything that we experience and these interpretations influence how we react. Our reactions to people

and situations are often impulsive, and we have all reacted in ways that we regret. This workshop introduces The Interpretive Factor. This tool will help you recognize how you interpret situations so that you can train yourself to better control how you respond.

This special program is a part of the library’s centennial series for April – REACH Your Wellness Potential. Space is limited and registration is requested for Communicate to Connect.

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Deadline For Entry In CAC’s Juried Photography Show Is Friday, April 15 The fourth annual Capturing the Light cott, Fred Day, Larry DeGraff, Mary tend through May 5 juried photography sale and exhibition, Frankel, Peter Gaustad, Cathy Goodale, Friday night from 6-8 p.m. the work of opening May 6 at the Cultural Arts Patricia Henriksen Greenberg, Jennifer our communities children will be on disCouncil of Estes Park's fine art gallery in Hunter, Tara McConnell, Valerie Meyers, play at the Estes Park Conference Center Estes Park, is accepting entries through Rachelle Repine, Penny Rhodes, Jody at an opening reception and award cereFriday, April 15, on the CAC's website at Rigsby, Dru Marie Robert, Patrice Sulli- mony in the 19th annual Student Expreswww.estesarts.com sions show.

Any Colorado photograFor 2016, the show has pher is eligible to join this been expanded to incompetition which will be clude works from all accepting photography in children in the commuthree categories: digital nity who wish to particcolor, digital or darkroom ipate whether they reprocessed black & white, ceive their art and manipulated photoginstruction in public raphy (hand-colored, phoschool, private school, toshopped, etc). Jurors for are home-schooled, this year's show & sale will mentored or self be James Frank taught. The ages of (www.jamesfrank.com) those represented in and Erik Stensland of the show are 2-18. (www.imagesofrmnp.com) Estes Valley InvestCash prizes will be awarded ment in Childhood to the Juror's choice & peo, Success is a co-sponpart of the CAC's current art show "Bird Watcher," by Linda Wells, is ple's choice at the First Frisor of the event and day opening reception May "Portraits & Still Lifes" helped to coordinate the participation of van, Ann Tristani, Diane Visintainer, Di6. the very young emerging artists in the ane Watson, and Linda Wells.

Three images may be uploaded on the area. Estes Park noon rotary grant funds "As a nonprofit arts organization in site or emailed to cacofep@gmail.com will pay for the reception for the stuEstes Park, we feel it is important to offer dents and their families and friends. for consideration for inclusion; the jury fee is $30. Those accepted into the show participating artists a wide variety of opCAC memberships, registration fees, portunities, and to show the community are encouraged to bring matted pints of artwork that's not their pieces to offer for sale during the often seen around exhibition. town," said Barb Portraits & Still Lifes offers a unique Boyer Buck, execcollection for viewing and sale at the utive director of CAC CAC. "This is an Through May 1, 27 artists are displayexcellent collecing their works in portraiture, figurative, tion of very fine and still life at the CAC gallery, located work and we enat 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. The exhibition is courage everyone open for viewing from 12-5 p.m., Tuesto stop by to view day through Sunday; the gallery is closed the show." on Mondays.

Student ExpresParticipating artists are Leslie Allen, sions opening reHeather Arenas, James Biggers, Tom ception and award Blaue, Gerri Bradford, Marty Yochum "Elegance," macro flower photography by Diane Visintainer, ceremony held Casey, Theresa Conklin, Mary DarraApril 15; show ex- included in the CAC's current show, Portraits & Still Lifes

may not be taken online Membership dues and donations to the

"Self Portrait," by Patrice Sullivan, is currently on exhibit at the CAC

CAC can now be accepted online at www.estesarts.com New membership levels in several categories are now available. Artist memberships now contain career-development tools designed to increase the individual artist's exposure in the community; business memberships allow for participation the CAC's satellite gallery program or art walk maps; and, community memberships offer a variety of contribution levels. The patron level of membership offers a combination of "first see" and discounts on sales that are designed to promote sales.

"I think our local and regional artists are often overlooked by art collectors," said Boyer Buck. "We offer an invitation to our local collectors to view our eclectic and vibrant exhibitions on a monthly basis to discover the plethora of fine art available locally.

"There's no need to travel to Sante Fe, Jackson, or even Denver to find highquality fine artwork in western, plein air, contemporary, and studio subjects."

For more information about the CAC, visit the organization's website at www.estesart.com.

Religion And Philosophy Group Meeting April 20 On Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. in the Senior Center of Estes Park, the Religion and Philosophy Group will meet to discuss the book Wrestling With Jesus, as a continuation from March when the author D.K. Maylor was with us to talk about his book. Some of the topics we might look at are l). What is illusion, or maya, 2). how can we realize ourselves as something other than the body; 3). how can we come to know the “kingdom of God within?” 4). If each person is a potential Christ, what is it we do and think to become that?

Please bring your own thoughts and ex-

periences with Wresting With Jesus, whether you have read the book or not.

We might also be sharing how we would like this group to go, in terms of topics we might wish to discuss, DVDs we’d like to view, books we’d like to review, etc.

The Religion and Philosophy Group meets on the third Wednesday of every month usually in the Senior Center. The name notwithstanding, the group has hosted and continues to welcome competent presentations on all kinds of contemporary, historical, and perennial issues. Presentations are free and open to

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people of all ages, persuasions, and eccentricities.

The Senior Center of Estes Park is located at 220 4th Street (next to the museum). Free coffee and tea are available.

The Senior Center offers a delicious lunch and welcomes attendees to partake.

For further information call Margaret at 970-586-2290.

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Dog Obedience Classes Benefit Pet Association

The Estes Park Pet Association is ready to kick off their 31st summer of Basic Dog Obedience Classes.

Classes will be taught by Rala Mandelson.

These six week sessions will be offered on Saturdays or Sundays.

Saturday Class Orientation May 7, 8-9 a.m.

Training May 14 through June 18 from 8-9 a.m.

Sunday Class Orientation May 8, 8-9 a.m.

Training May 15 through June 19, 8-9 a.m.

The classes will take place in the parking lot of Boyatt Glass, 504 Pine River Ct. Cost is just $65 and includes collar and

lead. All proceeds from the classes go to the Estes Park Pet Association.

Call Rala Mandelson at 970-586-8681 for more information and to reserve your place in class.

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Be A Trailblazer!

The Estes Valley Trails Committee (EVTC) has three committee seats that are expiring in May 2016. The current seat holders for these three committee seats can be reappointed and may reapply to serve on the committee. The Estes Valley Recreation and Park District would like to invite all interested parties to apply for the committee on or before April 29, 2016. Committee members serve a three-year term.

The purpose of the EVTC is to promote development and maintenance of a comprehensive and sustainable trail system throughout the Estes Valley considering a variety of trail users. The EVTC functions as an advisory committee to the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD) Board of Directors.

Seven-to-nine citizens serve on the committee, along with a Town of Estes Park liaison, an Estes Valley Land Trust liaison, EVRPD staff and Board of Direc-

tors liaisons.

The EVTC currently meets at 6 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the 18-hole Estes Park Golf Course (in the downstairs meeting room), unless otherwise posted.

If you would like to serve on the committee, please submit an application and a brief resume to Tom Carosello, Executive Director (EVRPD, P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, 80517 or tomc@evrpd.com).

Applications are available online at www.evrpd.com â&#x20AC;&#x201C; choose â&#x20AC;&#x153;District Information,â&#x20AC;? then â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trails Committee.â&#x20AC;?

Applications will be accepted through April 29, 2016.

If you would like more information about the committee, please feel free to call Mr. Carosello at 586-8191, ext. 6. The committee will review applications and make a recommendation for appointment to the Board of Directors at the May 17, 2016, regular board meeting.

Crossroads/LLEV Annual Spring Sale Donations of toys, small furniture, household items, books, linens, jewelry, small working appliances, new adult clothing, and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing are now being accepted for the Crossroads/LLEV Spring Sale. Call Crossroads at 577-0610 to arrange drop offs. The sale will be held Friday, May 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

and Saturday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to Noon at Barn W at Stanley Park Fairgrounds, 1209 Manford Avenue.

A bake sale will be held on Friday morning, May 6. If you can bake for or work at the bake sale, please call Crossroads.

From The Friends Of The Rock Inn To The Editor: Alert to all area residents who have ever enjoyed a visit to the Rock Inn or have friends that live on Mills Drive.

On Tuesday April 19th at 1:30 p.m., the Estes Park Planning Commission will be asked to approve a development proposal by the Lazy-B Ranch & Wranglers that will have a lasting negative impact on this quiet and friendly neighborhood. A Chuckwagon project is proposed on the Elk Meadow RV Park land that will include a 17,000 sq. ft. commercial building, a 192 space parking lot, and various other site changes.

In addition to the on site work, the project will include a turn lane in front of the Rock Inn which will eliminate 16 plus parking spaces for this business.

The reason for the turn lane is so that the Lazy-B can accommodate the 200 cars and tour buses expected to make this turn every night (according to very funny traffic study). Also Mills Drive will be widened which will adversely impact all resident parking areas and driveways.

According to the Estes Valley Comprehensive Plan, the Elk Meadow Campground is zoned as "Accommodations" which does not allow for Commercial Development. The Plan also calls for this area to evolve into much needed affordable work force housing. The proposed project is really just another event center that will be

underutilized. Do we really want to allow this type of speculative development at the expense of an established business and neighborhood.

The Planning Commission should reject this proposal as being non-compliant with the existing Comprehensive Plan. If the Commission chooses to proceed with approval, they should reconsider the turn lane and Mills Drive widening component. The Lazy-B can easily use the existing entrance to the Elk Meadow Campground for this project, thereby eliminating most of the hardships to neighboring properties. They chose the Mills Drive route because of a scheduling conflict with RV's that also use this entrance. Elk Meadow and the Lazy-B have 30 acres of land to make their project work. The Rock Inn has less than an acre.

Since this is a Special Review Project, The Planning Commission will have wide discretion in making its decision.

It is clearly stated in Section 3.5 of the Estes Park Development Code that " the Application for the proposed special review use mitigates, to the maximum extent feasible, potential adverse impacts on nearby land uses, public facilities and services, and the environment." The State Highway Access Code also requires in Section 3.11 the "turn lanes not knowingly cause a hardship to an adjacent property." Please show up next Tuesday if you would like to be heard on this matter.

Mike Egan, Estes Park

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New Habitat For Humanity Homeowners The new Habitat for Humanity of Estes Valley house at 821 Kundtz Lane has new owner designees in the persons of Gilbert Johnson, Amber Johnson, and their daughters Abigayl (5) and Gracelyn (3). Habitat’s mission in the Estes Valley is to make affordable housing available to workforce families who live in and are employed in the Estes Valley. Gilbert is employed as the Maintenance Manager at Estes Park Condos and Amber is an employee of Caddell Appraisals.

Gilbert and Amber were among the many Estes Valley families who responded to Habitat’s quest for applicant families last fall. Habitat wishes that it had as many homes to allocate as it has applications. But, it is at least gratifying that at this moment in time this new home could be made available to such a beautiful family. Habitat does not “give” homes away, but by offering interest-free mortgages it does make the dream of home ownership possible for working families of the Estes Valley. Gilbert, Amber, Abigayl, and Gracelyn will contribute 500 “sweat equity” hours to the completion of their new home and to the community in which they are proud to reside.

Habitat for Humanity of Estes Valley is proud to anticipate the building of additional new homes in the foreseeable future, and encourages all interested parties to watch for Habitat’s announcements in the local newspapers, at the Estes Valley Library, and at their places of employment.

Habitat for Humanity of Estes Valley is funded by the generosity of local individuals, churches, businesses, and charities. Taxdeductible contributions to help underwrite future homes are welcome at Habitat for Humanity of Estes Valley, Post Office Box 2745, Estes Park, CO 80517.

The Board of Directors of Habitat for Humanity of Estes Valley is chaired by Mark Wandas, President of US Bank in Estes Park; Vir-

ginia (Ginny) Page, Treasurer; Curt Gleaves, Legal and Financial Consultant; Judy Nystrom, Real Estate Advisor; and Steve Murphree, Construction Manager.

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Habitat for Humanity joins the entire populace of the Estes Valley in congratulating the Johnson family on their new acquisition!

Abigayl and Gracelyn Johnson take “Dolly” on a tour of their new Habitat for Humanity home on Kundtz Lane.

Gilbert and Amber Johnson and their daughters Abigayl (5) and Gracelyn (3) enjoy a sunny day at their new Habitat for Humanity home.

Merry Marthas Meeting April 22 Do you sew, knit, or crochet and enjoy visiting with other ladies with similar interests? You’re invited to attend the next meeting of the Merry Marthas on Friday, April 22, at 9:30 a.m. at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies on Brodie Avenue. This group meets monthly to share what we have made, and then we donate our finished

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

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Grateful For Help, Now Wants To Help Others We’ve written several stories about Maria Medina, a familiar, friendly face around town, telling of her success beating depression and her desire to help others overcome it. Now Maria is in need of some assistance in writing a book about her life story and she’s hoping someone out there is willing to help.

Maria is originally from New York where she lived with her father, stepmother and brothers. She came from a family that suffered from mental health issues.

Maria had a tough life in New York and when a friend of hers told her what she needed was to get out of the big city and move to a small town, Maria listened and moved to Estes Park thirteen years ago. Estes Park was a good move for Maria, she lived and worked here, got counseling and treatment for her depression and now, life is good.

Maria wanted to take the time to thank the many people in her life who have helped her throughout the years.

She wants to thank Deb Mahon who has helped her with reading and recording her life memories. She also wants to thank Linda Rogers who saw her potential and gave her a chance and hired her at the YMCA, a job she now loves! She wants to thank her supervisors who care about her being successful at her job, including Doug, Raphael, Dennis and Neil. Big thanks also go to Carol Myers at the post office who helped her secure a loan for her car along with Debbie Delaney. She wants to thank her friend Penny for sacrificing and letting her stay at her place

when she was in need. Maria also wants to thank Renee Van Horn and Joanne Baldwin for caring for her in so many ways. She also thanks the Rocky Mountain Health Club where she has been playing and teaching handball for eight years. Lynn Sadler with Larimer County Mental Health has also made a huge difference in Maria’s life.

Maria thanks all these people and more, who have sacrificed to give her the help she needed. Even though it was hard to accept help at times, Maria says, “It all comes down to trust.” She continued, “People with depression need to be willing to trust people who want to help them. There are so many others out there, just like me. The more we’re willing to talk about depression, the easier it will get for those who suffer.

Thanks to all of these people, I feel together now, my family and friends have seen a change in me, a stillness, a peacefulness and calm that I never would have imagined years ago.”

Now, Maria wants to payback and help others who suffer from depression and she is looking for someone who can help her write her story of hope.

She has recorded all of her memories on tape and needs someone to compile the story and write it up for her so she can get it published into a book she has already titled, “The Girl From Brooklyn.” If you can help Maria with her dream project, please give her a call at 970-646-5642.

Maria said, “If I can help one person with my book, all of my years or struggle will be worth it!”

Baptist Church Provides Free Home Improvements For Seniors For the seventh consecutive year, Estes Park Baptist Church (EPBC) will invite skilled labor volunteers to help area senior homeowners with free home improvements through its annual Impact Estes. Homeowners provide materials; Impact will provide free skilled labor.

Work is offered on an assessed needs basis. The deadline for senior homeowners to secure free help is May 3, 2016. To schedule volunteers, call the church now at 970-586-2463.

Each year, the number of Estes Park senior “clients” has grown with approximately 65 Impact Estes projects completed last year. This year there will be a limited number so please call ASAP. Electricians, painters, carpenters, plumbers and

landscapers arrive at their own expense to assist with Impact Estes. This year a work team of volunteers will arrive from a church in Oregon. Remember, area senior homeowners provide materials; Impact Estes provides skilled labor free of charge. To request help for this summer, make requests by the May 3 deadline. Call Estes Park Baptist Church at 970 586-2463.

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Library Promotes Early Reading Through One Book 4 Colorado Estes Valley Library is promoting early reading by providing a free new book to every four-year-old in Estes Park as part of the statewide One Book 4 Colorado. One Book 4 Colorado is a statewide initiative aiming to support family reading at home and instill a love of learning in Colorado children.

The book chosen for the 2016 give-away is Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae. It will be available (in English or Spanish), while supplies last, at Estes Valley Library’s service desk until April 30.

“One Book 4 Colorado puts books in the hands of children and a joy of reading in their hearts,” said Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia. “Teaching children to read is a family, school and community responsibility.

We are grateful to the many organizations coming together in communities

across the state to help Colorado’s children succeed.”

One Book 4 Colorado is the result of collaboration between Reach Out and Read Colorado, Colorado State Library, public libraries, the private sector, and the foundation community. It is modeled after the successful Preschool One Book One Denver program originated by the Denver Preschool Program.

“Something as simple as putting a book in the hand of a young child can inspire a love of reading and help that child develop into a life-long learner,” says Melanie Kozlowski, youth services supervisor. “We hope many Estes Valley four-year-olds will be brought into the library to receive their new book!

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Look To Your Library: Tax Day Tidbits April is National Financial Literacy Month. Estes Valley Library has again been assisting the community prepare for important financial events. One of those events occurs today, April 15, the traditional day when federal tax returns and payments are due.

How has the Library helped? They have generously provided space and staff support for 18 AARP-certified, volunteer tax preparers to offer 43 days of free tax preparation. Mark Riffle, Tech Services Supervisor, and his team provided secure Internet access, scheduled over 500 appointments, and assisted with logistics for two months, in addition to accomplishing their regular responsibilities.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide owes a huge THANK YOU to the Library for this valuable annual service.

And while we’re talking about Tax Day, here are some interesting tidbits.

First, your taxes are really not due on April 15. The District of Columbia is celebrating Emancipation Day today (moving it backwards from April 16), which moves the filing deadline forward to April 18 (unless you live in Massachusetts or Maine where they’re are celebrating Patriots Day on April 18 and moved the tax deadline to April 19). Those rules are as complex and illogical as the tax code!

Second bit of news - Colorado refunds are again delayed. Colorado Department of Revenue says that in an effort to detect and prevent identity theft-related fraud, they have implemented procedures that could delay refunds up to 60 days beyond the time frames of prior years. Taxpayers are reporting the arrival

of paper check refunds even though they requested direct deposit, so visit your mailbox and be patient.

Federal tax refunds usually arrive within 3 weeks if you file electronically and request direct deposit. Paper filed returns, however, require 4 to 6 weeks.

You can start checking online for the status of your federal return within 24 hours after your taxes are received if you electronically filed or 4 weeks after you mail a paper tax return.

The third bit of news is positive! As a community with a six-year financial education program (continuing right here at your library), recent national reports link logically with our community’s improved financial savvy. According to a survey by National Retail Federation in February 2016, most people have a plan for their tax refund check. Over 50% of the people surveyed plan on paying down debt or increasing savings and only 7% said they would splurge. Perhaps Americans are learning to think about the future, playing a little safer with their money and planning ahead.

The last important tax tidbit affects the Estes valley. According to a 2015 report from the National Society of Accountants, tax returns prepared by a tax professional cost an average of $273 for an itemized Form 1040 with Schedule A and state tax return. If the AARP-tax aides provided free assistance and filing for just 400 people, that’s equivalent to an extra $100,000 in the pockets of Estes valley citizens. Thanks again to all involved for providing and using the AARP-tax aide service at our local library.

REACH Your Wellness Potential: Community Reads With The Physicians Of REACH This April at the Estes Valley Library is your opportunity to learn more about wellbeing directly from some of our very own local physicians. Through a collaboration with REACH (Rural Estes Alliance for Community Health) and the Estes Valley Library, there will be three featured book titles in our month long Community Reads ness Series.

While supplies last, the library will be distributing a limited number of free copies of Spark by Dr. John Ratey, State of Slim by Dr. James Hill & Dr. Holly Wyatt and The Adaptation Diet by Dr. Charles Moss. The library will be hosting book talks and programs with Dr. Paul Fonken, Dr. Frank Dumont and Dr.

John Stanton. The programs are as follows: • State of Slim presented by Dr. Frank Dumont, Wednesday, April 13 from 12 to 1 p.m.

• Adaptation Diet presented by Dr. John Stanton, Tuesday, April 19 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Space is limited and registration is required for these special REACH Your Wellness Potential Community Reads physician facilitated programs at the Estes Valley Library. Be sure to stop by soon and pick up your copy, while supplies last, of each of the book titles and register for these wellness programs.

Protecting Your Privacy Online Class At The Library Dig into the details of Internet safety and security at the free tech workshop Protecting Your Privacy Online at the Estes Valley Library on Monday, April 25 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Protect your identity and provide less information about yourself to advertisers while learning about the importance of cookies and how to delete them from your Internet browser.

This class will also explore how to adjust privacy settings on your social media accounts, like Facebook and Pinterest.

Protecting Your Privacy Online will be taught on Mac computers in the library’s computer lab. This is a basic class for people how are learning how to use the Internet and social media. Registration is required.

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Discuss The Book; Watch The Movie”The Big Short” The Library’s Financial Book Club’s April reading selection is a non-fiction title, The Big Short, written in 2010 by Michael Lewis. Discussion will take place on Wednesday, April 20 at 7 p.m. in the Wasson Room at the Library. If you’ve read the book and would like to participate in the discussion, the Club welcomes new members. Space is limited, so please contact Marsha Yelick at myelick@estesvalleylibrary.org to reserve a seat.

Why has the Financial Book Club selected this book? After all, the financial crisis of 2007-8 seems a distant history.

Job growth has been positive every year since 2009. Unemployment is down from 10% (2008) to a more acceptable level of 5%. The stock market’s Dow Jones Industrial Average has well surpassed its pre-recession high of 14,164, closing on 5/15/2015 at 18,351.

Most people want to believe the problems that caused the mortgage loan meltdown on Wall Street have all been clearly exposed, understood, punished, legislated and eliminated. Are they wrong? That’s what The Big Short is about – understanding the problem and deciding if it still exists.

A quick review of 2016 news articles pointing out the possibility of new mortgage loan origination issues is not reassuring. Fannie Mae plans another mortgage loan reboot program called “Home

Path Ready Buyer Program.” Illinois, as an example state, has six programs to help homebuyers with catchy names such as “Welcome Home Illinois” and “Illinois Building Blocks.”

Other economic and political issues that contributed to the 2008 mortgage meltdown are still unresolved. Interest rates remain low. Banks are even bigger and continue trading derivatives that are difficult to price or regulate. Financial institutions still do not give meaningful information about the risk of underlying assets, proprietary trading, and economic hedging. Financial experts point to the recent $6 billion trading loss at J.P. Morgan in 2012 whenever they discuss the lack of transparency in financial markets.

On Monday, April 25, the Book Club will host a no-cost screening of the book’s award-winning, full-length film in the Hondius Room beginning at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to view the film (which is two hours and ten minutes in length) with seating available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The film is humorous, educational, and has excellent reviews; however, be advised that it is R-rated due to language and nudity.

April is financial literacy month in the United States. This book club selection will surely start meaningful financial discussion in our community. Read the book, come for discussion, and enjoy the film.

Seeking Volunteers For New ELL Outreach Initiative At Library Each month, as the Estes Valley Library commemorates its centennial year, there is a different theme and set of related programs that are part of this year-long celebration. One of these monthly themes, “Welcome to the USA," will additionally be an ongoing program of the library with the goals that “New immigrants will have information on citizenship, English Language Learning (ELL), employment, public schooling, health and safety, available social services, and any other topics that they need to participate successfully in American life." If you have interest in learning more about how you can be part of this new program to reach out and provide services to immigrants and English language learners in the Estes community, we welcome you to contact Leonor Kennell, ELL Outreach Coordinator for the Estes Valley Library at lkennell@estesvalleylibrary.org or (970)586-8116, ext. 836.

Cada mes de este año, la biblioteca,

“Estes Valley Public Library” conmemora su centenario con un tema diferente y un conjunto de programas relacionados que forman parte de este año de celebración. Uno de estos temas mensuales es "Bienvenido a los EE.UU.," que va a ser, además, un programa permanente de la biblioteca con estos objetivos, "Los nuevos inmigrantes tendrán información sobre la ciudadanía, aprendizaje del idioma inglés, el empleo, la educación pública, la salud y la seguridad, servicios sociales que son disponibles, y cualquier otro interés actual que necesitan para participar con éxito en la vida americana." Si usted tiene interés en aprender más acerca de cómo puede ser parte de este nuevo programa para extender la mano y proporcionar servicios a los inmigrantes y los estudiantes del idioma inglés en la comunidad de Estes, le invitamos a ponerse en contacto con Leonor Kennell, ELL Outreach Coordinator, lkennell@estesvalleylibrary.org o (970) 586-8116, ext. 836.

Slow Down When It Snows To The Editor: I went down to Brighton on Christmas Day, 2015 and the snow came in at 1 p.m. Cars were driving on Highway 7 and 285 and for awhile, the road was dry. We went down Highway 36 and I

saw 20-35 cars going down. Estes received a lot of snow that day. We need to remember that when Estes has snow, (as forecasted for this weekend), we all need to slow down.

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Cultural Arts Council Launches Satellite Gallery At Library The Estes Valley Library is pleased to participate in the launch of community satellite galleries for the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park. Join us at the library for the Art Upstairs exhibit of “A Collection of Oil and Watercolor Paintings” by featured artists James Biggers and Cathy Goodale. The paintings featured during the month of April at the library depict both local and nonnative landscapes, people, wildlife, architecture, and still lifes.

James Biggers is never satisfied painting the same subject in the same way. He has forced himself to learn and see more while constantly searching for inspiration and techniques to give his paintings essence. “I was a kid who stayed in at recess to work on my drawings.”

James graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Art Degree before moving to Colorado, where he now resides and pursues his passion for painting. A strong sense of design, evident in his paintings, was

developed during his work as a commercial artist.

Cathy Goodale is a dedicated, persistent, and educated oil and watercolor artist whose style reflects her individuality. “If you pay attention, art transcends all parts of life and makes the ordinary things in life a painting.” Her personal demand for excellence continues to drive all of her endeavors while her imagination pushes her to paint past her "artistic safe places."

Growing up in Denver, Cathy had an early introduction to art classics with her grandmother. This was instrumental in leading her to Stephens College in Missouri and to a degree in Fine Arts from the University of Northern Colorado.

She continued her art training at Denver University, studying commercial art under William Sanderson.

James Biggers’ and Cathy Goodale’s artwork will be exhibited through the month of April on the second floor of the library.

Teen Earth Day DIY Challenge: Transforming T-Shirts Estes Valley Library Teen Department presents a DIY program celebrating Earth Day, Saturday, April 23 from 10 am to 12 p.m. Youth ages 12 to 18 are invited to meet at the Community Thrift Store at 429 W. Elkhorn Ave. for the program, “Teen Earth Day DIY Challenge: Transform a T-Shirt.” We’ll give thrift store t-shirts new style as we up-cycle

them into pillows, cool tanks, tote bags, and more. All supplies and instructions will be provided to inspire youth to turn old T-shirts trendy! Join us for Earth Day snacks and DIY fun. Register by accessing the calendar at estesvalleylibrary.org. For more information contact ldalemarshall@ estesvalleylibrary.org

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Third, Fourth And Fifth Graders Celebrate Poetry At Poetry Café

The spotlight is on and the microphone ready for the 12th annual Poetry Café sponsored by the Estes Valley Library and Estes Park Elementary School. Students in third through fifth grades and family members are invited to hear live poetry readings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 21, in the Estes Park Elementary School cafeteria. The main doors will be closed so attendees should use the cafeteria entrance. Pizza will be served and each family member can receive one free slice of pizza by bringing back the coupon that was included in the Friday folders. Return the coupon to Mrs. Wahler by April 20. Additional slices of pizza may be purchased for one dollar.

Here’s what students need to do to take part: • First find a book of poetry. It could be a book by a single poet like Shel Silverstein or Jack Prelutsky or students may read an anthology of poems by many different poets. Find lots of poetry books at the library in the non-fiction 811 section. Ask a librarian if you need help locating them.

• Spend some time reading and enjoying the poems. Read through your chosen poems several times to become familiar with the poem’s ideas and images.

The more you understand the poem, the more your audience will understand it.

Allow yourself to see the images created by the words in your imagination.

• Look up any unfamiliar words in the dictionary for their meaning and pronunciation.

• Read the poem quietly aloud to yourself and be aware of punctuation. Listen for the poem’s beat. Practice adding pauses and emphasis in different spots to find the most accurate voice for the poem.

• Read slowly. Allow each word its space. The temptation is to rush. Resist it.

• Practice introducing your poem by announcing the title and the poet’s name. Rehearse the poem by reading it aloud for your parents or friends. Be prepared to share two poems during our Poetry Café.

This year students are encouraged to share an original poem or one that they have memorized. Start with a poem you like, recite it to yourself over and over, and you will get to know the poem. One of the best things about learning a poem by heart is that you get to take a poem inside of yourself. When you memorize a poem it is no longer just a poem, but your poem.

Students may want to dress like a beatnik for the occasion. Black clothes and fancy shades with a beret would make you fit right in. The kids at Estes Park Elementary are too cool to clap when one of their classmates finishes reading a poem. When you’re as cool as they are, you don’t clap. You snap!

The Magic Of Disappearing Veggies With Chazz Glaze Do you have a picky spouse or kids who refuse to eat their vegetables? Or maybe you yourself just can’t seem to eat as many vegetables as you know you should throughout the day. On Wednesday, April 27 from 12 to 1 p.m., join presenter Chazz Glaze, Salud Foundation community health education liaison, for the Magic of Disappearing Veggies at the Estes Valley Library.

Whatever the case may be, there’s a solution, and it involves a dash of disguise, a pinch of imagination, and a couple of good recipes. Come learn how to eat your veggies and enjoy it when you do!

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Colorado Sees First Back-To-Back Decline In Child Poverty Rate In More Than A Decade Kids Count report shows improvements in child well-being still vary widely by place, race and income A declining child poverty rate is among several important indicators of child well-being that are improving in Colorado, according to a new report from the Colorado Children’s Campaign. The drop in the poverty rate in 2014 marks the first consecutive decline in more than a decade, the annual report found.

However, disparities in well-being persist and improvements are not reaching all children.

Colorado’s child poverty rate of 15 percent is still five percentage points higher than in 2000, but has fallen to its pre-recession level for the first time since the economic downturn. This percentage represents more than 190,000 kids who lived in families with incomes below the

federal poverty level as of 2014 (the most recent data available). Poverty is defined as an annual income of less than $23,850 for a family of four. Disparities also remain significant: many children of color and children in Colorado’s rural communities aren’t benefiting from economic growth as much as children overall.

A number of other indicators of child well-being are moving toward the positive as a result of economic improvements and policy changes. About 100,000 more kids have health insurance now than in 2008, and fewer families are reporting cost as a barrier to accessing prescriptions, dental care and specialist care for their children. The state’s teen birth rate also continued to decline in 2014.

“We’re encouraged by the improvements in well-being for Colorado kids,” said Chris Watney, President and CEO of the Colorado Children’s Campaign.

Sammy And Midnight Need New Loving, Forever Homes!

Sammy is a 5-6 year old pit bull. He was recovered from the high kill shelter in La Junta, Colorado. Sammy doesn't seem to have had a very nice life. He has a very tight collar mark on his neck and came with some trachea issues. He is breathing better now after some treatment. He loves going for walks and will give kisses. He is a sweet guy. He is looking for a kind and loving home that will take him for walks and snuggle with him.

Midnight is a small, two year old male short haired cat. He is playful, friendly and silly. He came from a hoarding situation and enjoys cat company and he doesn't mind dogs.

Sammy and Midnight can be found at Midnight the Estes Park Pet Lodge at the Animal Medical Center on Manford Avenue or call 586-9282 for more information.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a nonprofit organization that works to find homes for stray and abandoned pets, control dog and cat populations by funding sterilization programs, educate members of the community, especially young people, about the humane treatment of animals and the responsibilities of pet ownership; and promote community involvement in the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., in nursing homes). The Estes Park Pet Association is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.

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“These trends are buoyed by economic progress, as well as key policy changes supported by research. Breakthroughs including more kids with health coverage and fewer unintended teen pregnancies followed thoughtful deliberation by policymakers and the passion and hard work of professionals, providers and parents in every part of Colorado.”

The 23rd edition of the annual Kids Count in Colorado report is part of the national Kids Count initiative of the Annie E. Casey Foundation. This year’s report, Futures in the Balance, examines many outcomes by geography, income, race and ethnicity to better understand why Colorado’s impressive economic growth hasn’t reached all kids.

“By far, children feeling the most significant impacts of poverty are children of color,” Watney said. “As we see improvements in Kids Count data because of strong policy decisions and economic progress, we need to continue to ensure that momentum includes all kids. When we fight for every chance for every child—no matter his or her race, ethnicity or family finances—we all benefit.”

Key findings in the 2016 Kids Count report include: • The overall child poverty rate of 15 percent has declined for two consecutive years and reached its pre-recession level in 2014.

• The child poverty rate varies significantly across the state: As of 2014, the lowest rate was in Douglas County, with 4 percent of children living below the federal poverty line. The highest rate, 40 percent, was in Saguache County.

• Although the poverty rate for children has declined overall, there are still significant disparities based on race and ethnicity. While 8 percent of white children lived in poverty, the rate was 27 percent for Latino children and 31 percent for black children.

• Homelessness in several urban school districts has skyrocketed as housing costs have increased. In Denver County, the number of homeless students increased by 41 percent between the 20132014 and 2014-2015 school years. Mesa County experienced a 68 percent increase during the same time period.

• While fewer kids have an unemployed parent, still 1 in 4 Colorado children lived in a household in which no parent has secure full-time employment.

• Colorado’s uninsured rate for children under 18 dropped to 5.6 percent in 2014, a record low.

• Since 2009, uninsured rates have declined for children of all races and ethnicities. However, the uninsured rate for Hispanic children remains twice as high as the rate for any other racial or ethnic group.

• Colorado continues to rank as one of the least affordable states for child care, relative to state median income. In 2014, Colorado ranked as the fifth-least affordable state for infant care in a child care center and seventh-least affordable state for center-based 4-year-old care.

• In the 2015-2016 school year, 76 percent of Colorado kindergartners were enrolled in a full-day program, up significantly from 40 percent in the 2007-2008 school year.

• New statewide assessments in 2015 set new baselines for student achievement in Colorado. The assessments show that only 40 percent of Colorado students in grades 3 through 11 met or exceeded expectations in English language arts, while only 30 percent of students in grades 3 through 8 met or exceeded expectations in math.

• Colorado’s on-time high school graduation rate plateaued at 77.3 percent in 2015, after four years of consecutive increases.

For the fifth year, the report includes a Child Well-Being Index that compares how children are faring in Colorado’s largest 25 counties by using 11 indicators to assess children’s health, education and family and community support. The index shows that child well-being varies widely from community to community.

Again this year, Douglas County topped the list of Colorado counties with the best child well-being outcomes, while Montezuma County was 25th.

For more information or to download the full 2016 Kids Count in Colorado! report, please visit www.coloradokids.org/KIDSCOUNT2016.

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Estes Park Bobcat Basketball Players Then & Now

Top row: Tanner Stark, Koy Mynatt, Sam Addison, Spencer Woodard, Nick Johnson.

Bottom row: Joe Coleson, Daniel Pierce, Sam Swanlund.

These top notch Bobcat basketball players have been playing together since 7th grade. Karin Swanlund sent us these great photos of the boys lined up the exact same way in seventh grade and now, as they are EPHS Seniors!

Local Artist Collaborates With Ballet Renaissance Local artist Dawn Graham is collaborating with Ballet Renaissance this spring.

Graham is painting a special canvas which Ballet Renaissance students will be used stretch before rehearsal as a prop in Ballet Re“I was walking through Safeway, on naissance’s upcoming performances of Radek’s birthday, and Dawn came up to An American in Paris, for the Annual me and presented me with a small Center Stage Recital @ the YMCA replica of a Degas ballerina she had Ruesch Auditorium, April 29 (6:30 p.m.) painted. She had no idea it was Radek’s and April 30 (2 p.m). birthday, and we had no idea she was The canvas is “30 x 46” in size and will painting! It just worked out that way,” depict two of the dancers (Jaelynn said Furnish. The painting was a perfect Hebert and Gabbi Fisher) who are “Degift for Kokoszka who loves and apprecigas Ballerinas” in the production. It is ates art so much. His grandmother was a designed to “break apart” – in line with noted visual artist (a painter) in Poland. the story Ballet Renaissance Co-Director Receiving the gift gave Kokoszka an Mr. Radek Kokoszka has crafted to com- idea; to ask Dawn whether she would pliment Gershwin’s music. Graham exconsider painting a larger sized canvas to pects the work will take her about 60 use during the ballet. “Dawn was up for hours to complete. it and we’re so excited about the collaboBorn in Los Angeles, California, Graration,” said Furnish. ham spent most of her childhood in AnFor information about Ballet Renaischorage, Alaska. Like so many of us, a sance’s opening ballet vignette for the visit to Estes Park (in 1998) won her annual Center Stage recital, or about heart, and she decided to stay. She was Dawn Graham and her work, please Kokoszka’s neighbor when he and Ballet contact Ballet Renaissance: Renaissance Co-Director Ms. Brianna balletren@balletren.org or 970-480Furnish first moved to town.

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Music Festival Season Finale Now in their eleventh year, the Estes Valley Chamber Singers, under the direction of Rich Dixon, have evolved from a group of twelve people, who just wanted to get together and sing good a cappella choral music for their own Rich Dixon enjoyment, to sixteen singers whose beautiful tone and blend have led them to being an outstanding ensemble with over one hundred choral works in Estes Valley Chamber Singers their repertoire.

The concert takes place this Sunday, April 17, at 2:00 p.m. at the Stanley Hotel Concert Hall. This concert is sponsored

by Lowell and Caroline Krandell.

The concert opens with John Cameron’s transcription of Edward Elgar’s Nimrod from “Enigma Variations.”

Cameron has set this beautiful orchestral music to the text of “Lux Aeterna”. While the “Lux Aeterna” (Light Eternal) is part of the Requiem Mass, the text has inspired a host of composers to create stand-alone pieces; especially during the 20th century.

Over the last ten to twenty years a number of young composers have come on the music scene; many are part of the “minimalist” movement, which is a reactionary turn to a simpler and more tonal music. Ola Gjeilo is one of those young composers. Today, the Singers perform his Sunrise Mass.

The second half of the program opens with Frank Ticheli”s Earth Song which refers to the “light of song, shining strong.” Randall Thompson’s “Choose Something Like a Star” follows. This well know piece on a poem by Robert Frost is one of six pieces called “Frostiana;” all works on texts by Frost.

Sara Teasdale’s poem Stars and Morten Lauridsen “Sure On This Shining Night” follows Teasdale’s poem. The program closes with an arrangement of Disney’s “When You Wish Upon a Star.”

Please join us for the Estes Park Music Festival Season Finale of the Winter Series with our popular choral group.

Tickets are $10.00 for individual concerts.

Advance purchases are available at our office located at Hobert Office Services (1140A Manford Avenue, Estes Park) or at the door on the day of the concert. Children and students are admitted at no charge. Charge your tickets or buy on line. A small service fee will apply. Purchase a package of 10 tickets for $80 (20% off individual ticket price) or five tickets for $40.00. These tickets may be used for any Winter Concert Series performance this year or any future year.

Save the dates as the Music Festival celebrates our 40th year with another fabulous summer series. This year featuring the Colorado Music Festival and the Denver Brass on July 11, 18, 25 and August 1.

We are grateful to the Stanley Hotel Management and staff for their incredible support and generosity. Thank you to Bob’s Piano Service, our weekly and series sponsors, the Griffin Foundation, Chevron Humankind Program and the Community Thrift Shop.

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

For further information, contact our business office at 970-586-9519 or visit our website: estesparkmusicfestival.org.

To receive weekly updates of our concerts and upcoming events, please send an email to: estesparkmusicfestival@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook for photos and events.

Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation Annual Summer Book Sale The Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation Annual Summer Used Book Sale will be on August 12, 13, and 14, 2016 at the Rocky Mountain Park Inn Conference Center. Save the date and join us for an amazing book sale where we will offer over 35,000 used books, CDs and DVDs. On Friday and Saturday a separate area will offer noteworthy books that are individually priced for sale. "Noteworthy" may include first editions, signed copies and other similar limited items.

Friends & Foundation members will get first opportunity to purchase items at the Preview Night from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 12, 2016. If you are not

already a Friends & Foundation member, stop by the Estes Valley Library and purchase a membership for only $10 for an individual or $20 for a family.

Friends & Foundation volunteers will also sell memberships at the door on Preview Night.

New to the 2016 book sale, book prices will include the Colorado State sales tax.

What does this mean to our customers?

Items that were previously $2 and under will be increased by 25 cents and items that are priced at $3 and above will increase by 50 cents. Children’s books and music CD’s will see no increase in their prices. The Sunday bag sale will now be $7 for each plastic Safeway shopping bag.

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2016 Job & Volunteer Fair Huge Success!

The Estes Park Job & Volunteer Fair held on April 6th at the new Fairgrounds Event Center had a fabulous turnout with numerous connections made between Estes Park organizations and participants. The event hosted over 40 local businesses with open paid positions as well as over 30 nonprofit organizations seeking volunteer support. In addition, over 115 job/volunteer seekers attended the event. “The feedback we received from both job seekers as well as businesses was overwhelmingly positive, says Kelly Murray, organizer of the event and local Larimer County Workforce Center contact. “We also received many compliments on the new venue. The event was spacious and was perfect for housing both the job and volunteer organizations.”

A huge thank you goes out to all who attended and participated in organizing this event, especially the gracious sponsors and partners: The Town of Estes Park, Estes Area Lodging Association, the Larimer County Workforce Center,

the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center and both the Estes Park News and Trail Gazette for help in promoting the event.

Kelly Murray, our local career consultant with the Larimer County Workforce Center, will continue to assist job seekers as well as employers meet their employment objectives by providing consultations and guidance using Larimer County Workforce resources. “I encourage everyone to use www.connectingcolorado.com as their primary employment search and advertising tool,” says Murray. Connecting Colorado is a website maintained by the workforce center and is a free statewide resource for job seekers as well as employers. If you need support using this resource, please contact Kelly Murray at 970-577-2152 or kmurray@larimer.org.

Those needing additional resources for nonprofits or help in seeking volunteer opportunities can contact Jill Lancaster with the EPNRC at 970-480-7805 or director@epnonprofit.org.

Spring Fitness Classes Estes Outreach offers three fitness class this spring that run mid April-mid May: Zumba and two different interval training classes. These are a great opportunity to jump start summer! Register online or at the first class.

Spring Boot Camp: Boot Camp is a high intensity interval training class that combines strength training with cardio bursts.

Instructor Julie Bunton.

Thursdays, 3:45-4:30 p.m.

Starts April 14 / Six sessions Location: Estes Park High School Health Room Fee: $30 Insanity: INSANITY® LIVE is challenging, group-focused athletic training, cardio conditioning, and total-body workout, designed for people of all levels.

Instructor April Allen Tuesdays, 3:45-4:15 p.m.

Started April 12 / Five sessions Location: Elementary School Stage

Fee: $25 Zumba: A dance and fitness class that gets you moving to world rhythms. Take the "work" out of workout by mixing low intensity and high intensity moves for a calorie burning party.

Instructor Caprissa Frawley (shown above) Mondays, 6-7 p.m.

Starts April 18/ Five sessions Location: Estes Park Elementary School Cafeteria Fee: $25 More information and registration available at www.estesoutreach.org

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Merchant prize donor names are added to each issue as properly completed prize donation forms are received by the Estes Park Duck Race at P.O. Box 1226, Estes Park.

Prize donation forms are available on request from prize coordinator ddelaney@pmcu.org

Merchant Company Name: ESTES PARK TRAIL GAZETTE ROCKY MOUNTAIN DISCOUNT LIQUORS FALL RIVER PRODUCTIONS FALL RIVER VILLAGE THE TAFFY SHOP THE UPS STORE COFFEE ON THE ROCKS BIG RED OF THE ROCKIES SPORTS SHOP / ROCKY MOUNTAIN CUSTOM ENGRA BLAKE TRADING COMPANY H & R BLOCK ESTES PARK NEWS BEAR NECESSITIES & CUBS TWO BLONDES AND A SALON REEL MOUNTAIN THEATER / COLORADO MOUNTAINS CINEMAS OMNIBUS McDONALD’S SCOTT AND KAREN THOMPSON BIG HORN RESTAURANT SPENCER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC ROCKY MOUNTAIN CONNECTION E.P. ACQUATIC CENTER A-1 WILDWATER THE HIKING HUT CHIPPERS LANES ESTES PARK CENTER THREE BLESSED GEMS MADAME VERA RMC CLOTHING COMPANY SOLITUDE CABINS MOUNTAIN BLOWN GLASS HUNTERS CHOPHOUSE COLORADO HOMESTEAD BRIGGS CARPET CARE OF ESTES PARK EARTHWOOD ARTISANS III - IMAGE INHANCEMENT ESTES PARK SHUTTLE ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEALTH CLUB GLACIER LILY SKIN CARE THE COLORADO HOME COLLECTION HANGAR RESTAURANT AT THE ESTES PARK GOLF COURSE ESTES PARK PET LODGE MASTER GRAPHICS PRINTING/SHIPPING THE ORE CART ROCK SHOP THIRTY BELOW LEATHER WAPITI RESTAURANT AND PUB BEST WESTERN PLUS SILVER SADDLE MOOSE CREEK LTD ESTES PARK MEDICAL CENTER CHILI EMPORIUM COLORADO LIFE MAGAZINE THE ENCHANTED FLORIST LTD. ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY HEUMANN PHOTOGRAPHY POPPY’S PIZZA & GRILL LAKE ESTES GOLF COURSE ESTES VALLEY NETWORKS ESTES PARK POST 119 AMERICAN LEGION PATTERSON GLASSWORKS STUDIO & GALLERY OUTDOOR WORLD CROSS FIT ESTES PARK GLEN HAVEN GENERAL STORE MOOSELY T’S RIVERSPOINTE SPA KIND COFFEE CLAIRE’S ON THE PARK THE TWIN OWLS STEAKHOUSE MUTT HUTT PET SALON MACDONALD BOOK SHOP ESTES PARK COLOR SUBWAY SANDWICHES

PLUM CREEK SHOE STATION GREG STEINER - GALLERY LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH FESTIVAL / HIGHLANDS SOUND ASPEN EYE CENTER MEDX OF ESTES MAMA ROSE’S RESTAURANT WYNBRIER, LTD ESTES PARK BREWERY @ THE EVENT CTR. MOUNTAIN VALLEY PLUMBING & HEATING CAJUN HANDYMAN SERVICES ROOFTOP RODEO LA ESMERALDA TAMALE HOUSE

HEARING & TINNITUS CENTER OF ESTES VALLEY TRADING POST FLO ANN’S COTTAGES EARTHWOOD COLLECTIONS BANK OF COLORADO PATI’S HAIR CARE SNOWY PEAKS WINERY SCOT’S SPORTING GOODS, LTD. THE GREY HOUSE WYNBRIER HOME TWISTED PINE FUR & LEATHER CO. RAPID TRANSIT RAFTING

MAJOR SPONSORS ASPEN AND EVERGREEN GALLERY BARBARA S BED & BREAKFAST THE EGG & I KNIGHT SKY PICTURES TRENDZ AT THE PARK PEPPERS MEXICAN GRILL ESTES PARK MUSEUM FRIENDS BOYATT GLASS COMPANY CHRYSALIS AT THE STANLEY APPEARANCE PLUS SCHRADER S COUNTRY STORE #480

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EVRPD Sports And Events Little Hitters (3 & 4 year olds) Little Hitters is a developmental baseball program for 3 & 4 year olds (co-rec).

100% parent/guardian participation is required. There are six Thursday afternoon sessions. **Roster size: There must be a minimum of 12 registered participants by the end of registration deadline to ensure the program goes. Program Dates: 6/9, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, and 7/21. There is no Little Hitters on 6/16 due to Ride the Rockies. Program Times/Location: 4:30-5:15 p.m. at Stanley Park. Equipment: Each player will receive a MLB team replica t-shirt. Players should wear athletic clothing (encourage black shorts/pants), gym shoes or cleats.

Baseball mitts and soft or plastic bats are not required and are optional. No metal or wood bats. All other equipment is provided. End of Season Potluck: Thursday, July 21. There will be an end of season potluck with all the youth baseball teams the last day of baseball. Mandatory Parent Meeting for all new participants: Tuesday, May 31, 5:30-6 p.m. at The Youth Center & Recreation Offices.

Registration Dates/Fees: 4/25/16-5/18/16 and is $25/In-District and $30/Out-ofDistrict.

EVRPD Youth Summer Baseball League; T-Ball & Coach Pitch In the local In-House (non-travel) youth summer baseball league, players participate on a team and practice once a week and play a game once a week at Stanley Park. Divisions: T-Ball 5-6 years old, co-rec; coach pitch 7-9 years old, corec. **Roster sizes: Rosters will be limited. Only four teams per division with a minimum of 12 players and a maximum of 15 players per roster. Program Dates: Teams will practice on Tuesdays (with the exception of one Thursday) and play games on Thursdays starting June 7 through July 21. The first three sessions will be practices. Practice Dates: June 7, 9 (Thursday), 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19.

Game Dates: June *16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21. Practice Times: T-Ball 3:30-4:30 p.m.; Coach Pitch 4:30-5:30 p.m. Game Times: T-Ball 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Coach Pitch 6:30-7:30 p.m. **Please note the first day of games, June 16, times vary due to Ride the Rockies. The T-Ball games will be at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. and the Coach Pitch games will be at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Equipment: Each player will receive a MLB team replica t-shirt and matching hat. Players should wear athletic clothing (black shorts or pants for game day) and cleats. Players should have their own mitt and bats are optional. We will provide baseballs, helmets, bats, and some mitts are available for use. End of Season Potluck: Thursday, July 21. There will be an end of season potluck with all the youth baseball teams the last day of baseball. Registration Dates/Fees: Registration is from

4/25/16-5/18/16 and is $40 In-District/$50 Out-of-District. No late fees, however registering on time is important to secure a spot on a team.

CARA Track CARA Track is Colorado's Premier Recreational Track Program. The EVRPD is one of many recreation agencies from all around the state that are a part of this program. It is for all boys and girls, ages 5-16, to participate in a healthy summer activity. Practices are held twice a week locally, Tuesday and Thursday, 8-9 a.m., at Bobcat Stadium.

There are 5 meets in various Front Range locations and ALL meets are *optional. Practices start June 7 and the last meet is July 23, which is the State Meet.

There are separate boys and girls divisions. Age as of July 26, 2016. Registration Dates/Fees: Registration is from 4/25/16-5/18/16 and is $40 In-District/$50 Out-of-District. No late fees, however registering on time is important to secure a spot on a team.

Coaches/Umpires Wanted: EVRPD utilizes volunteer coaches to coach baseball teams. If you are able and interested in coaching, we will waive your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registration fee (head coaches only, one child only), you will receive one free team photo, a coaches shirt and ballcap, and an EVRPD coffee tumbler. A coaches meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 6 p.m. at The Youth Center & Recreation Offices. The EVRPD is also looking for umpires for both our youth baseball program and travel baseball program. Paid or volunteer positions are available for umpire positions. Please contact the EVRPD for more information on becoming a youth sports coach or umpire.

Registration/Youth Sports Scholarships/contact us: Online registration is available at www.evrpd.com. Just click the Youth Registration Form link on the Youth Programs page and pay via PayPal using a credit card or debit card only. Registration may also be done at The Youth Center & Recreation Offices, open MondayFriday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cash, check, and any major credit card are accepted forms of payment. Late registrations will be taken on a â&#x20AC;&#x153;space-availableâ&#x20AC;? basis only and can only be done at the EVRPD Administrative Office (no online registration available). *No late fees, but registering on time is essential to secure a spot on a team.

Activity scholarships are available through the Estes Valley Youth Activity Assistance Fund. Applications are available at The Youth Center & Recreation Offices.

For more information, contact Cheryl Sarnwick at 970-586-8189 or at Cheryl@evrpd.com

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Jo Ellen Murphey Jo Ellen Murphey passed away on March 19, 2016. She was born in 1924 in Chanute, Kansas, the youngest of three siblings. She graduated from Kansas University with a Bachelor of Arts and a certificate of laboratory work.

In 1948 she married Albert Murphey, an electrical engineer whom she met while both were attending college.

They had two sons, Robert and Steve. The family lived in Oklahoma and then moved to New Mexico, where Jo Ellen played tennis, painted, and taught junior high school biology. When Jo Ellen and Albert

both retired in 1984, they moved to Colorado, and then Estes Park.

Jo Ellen was a devout Christian, always cheerful, caring, and giving. She loved the outdoors, hiking, nature, animals, playing the piano, cooking, sewing, and taking long walks.

A service will be held at Prospect Park Living Center, on Wednesday April 27th at 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room.

See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Jo Ellenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family.

Beverly Todd Celebration Of Life Please join with the family and cializing. Those who wish, may confriends of Beverly Todd in a celebration tribute to the fund to build a "Little of her life.

Free Library" in memory of Bev. Beverly passed on DeRemember that there will cember 23rd, 2015. We be a detour in place due will remember Bev to major road construcwith a gathering on tion on Dry Gulch Sunday, May 1st, Rd. This detour will 2016, at 3 p.m., result in an addiat Shepherd of the tional 15-20 minMountains utes of drive time, church, 2000 so please allow exPtarmigan Trail, tra time to get to Estes Park, CO the church.

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ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

Multiple Job Postings2016-2017 School Year Elementary School: Kindergarten/1st Grade Looping Teacher Preschool â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Early Childhood Education Teacher Literacy Specialist Teacher High School: Guidance Counselor Bookkeeper/Secretary to the Principal Evening Custodian TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/.

Only online applications are accepted. Positions open until filled.

See full postings and pay rate at https://phl.applitrack.com/ estesschools/onlineapp/

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HOUSEKEEPER Year round, Full Time, $11/hour + pooled tips.

HOUSEKEEPER/ HOT TUB MAINTENANCE April thru Oct., 30 hrs./week, $11/hour + pooled tips Apply in person at Della Terra Mountain Chateau, 3501 Fall River Road or send resume and cover letter to info@dellaterramountainchateau.com

Now Hiring for:

Checker $9.13 -$17.56 per hour Deli Clerk $11.28 - $15.26 per hour Bakery Clerk $11.70 - $15.18 per hour Cake Decorator $11.70 - $15.18 per hour Fresh Cuts $11.28 - $15.26 per hour Fuel Clerk $8.39 - $12.71 Pharmacy Tech $9.13 to start based on experience Applicant apply at:

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Buscamos cocinero con experiencia trajando la linea. Estes Park, trabaja en la manana hasta la tarde & puedes ir a su otro trabajo en la tarde. Pagamos bien y se habla Espanol. 303-437-9514 moonkats@moonkats.com

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Guest Services/Front Desk Position Available Year round/Full time, $14/hr.

Della Terra Mountain Chateau is seeking friendly, energetic, detail oriented employee to join our team.

Computer skills a must!

Including typing, navigating between browsers and tabs, Microsoft Word/Excel, Google Mail/Calendar/Sheets Job duties include: Check-ins, checkouts, quality control room checks, Guest Services phones, emails, concierge, room service deliveries, romantic setups, and other general guest services.

Apply in person at Della Terra Mountain Chateau, 3501 Fall River Road or send resume and cover letter to info@dellaterramountainchateau.com

The Cleaning Lady

~ Now hiring house cleaner ~

Need own transportation, seasonal, full-time, dependable, & experienced.

Gary- 970-232-8343 ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

Coaching Positions Available High School: Boys Head Basketball Coach, Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Volleyball Coach, Cheerleader Sponsor Middle School: 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach Coaching positions available for high school and middle school. Experience in coaching preferred but not required. Successful head coach applicant must be willing to complete CHSAA certification. Salary range is $1980 to $4019 depending on experience and position. For more information, please contact Athletic Director Jeff Collins at 970-586-5321, ext. 3302.

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

Only online applications accepted.

Positions open until filled.

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

Please call: 970-449-2564 or 586-6477

Year Round Positions

Assistant Chef PM â&#x20AC;˘ Conference Set up and Services Crew Leader â&#x20AC;˘ Housekeeping Crew Leader Seasonal & Part Time (PT) Positions HELP WANTED â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DEPENDABLE PERSON FOR PART TIME LAUNDRY ATTENDANT. STOP BY VILLAGE LAUNDRY TO PICK UP APPLICATION OR EMAIL RESUMEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; TO VILLAGELAUNDRY1@GMAIL.COM.

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Employment: May-October â&#x20AC;˘ Computer literacy & cash register skills required â&#x20AC;˘ Good retail & customer service skills â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of RMNP â&#x20AC;˘ Weekends and some Holidays required â&#x20AC;˘ Clean MVR a must

To Apply: Send application and cover letter to: Carolyn.kilgore@RMConservancy.org

Estes Park Center YMCA of the Rockies

Food Service Workers* â&#x20AC;˘ Housekeepers* â&#x20AC;˘ Lifeguards *$12.00 through 5/30/16

Postings & applications are on our website: ymcarockies.org/work (970) 586-3341 x1032 If you would like the opportunity to make a difference in someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life, experience more than just a job and have compassion for the elderly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; apply and see what we are all about. We have different opportunities that will give you the opportunity to use your gifts and talents.

When you work in the field of senior care, you have the chance to touch peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives and develop meaningful relationships. Working at Good Samaritan is more than just a job: -Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a chance to experience the importance of being needed; -Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the deep satisfaction of serving others; -Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of being a family that is committed to your personal and professional success.

Most of all, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity to make a difference in your own life as you work with people who have so much to share â&#x20AC;&#x201C; stories, laughter and wisdom.

Cook / Preparation Cook (1 position)

Duties: Work in a team environment to provide optimal care and services for the residents at the Good Samaritan Village. Preparing, serving and cleaning duties are expected for this position. â&#x20AC;˘ Food preparation, serving meals. â&#x20AC;˘ Previous cooking experience preferred â&#x20AC;˘ Cleaning the dining room and kitchen areas. â&#x20AC;˘ A job description is available for these positions for review online.

Knowledge / Skill / Experience â&#x20AC;˘ Must have cooking experience â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent written and verbal communications skills â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent organization and interpersonal skills â&#x20AC;˘ Experience working with the elderly a plus

Hours: There is one (1) position classified as full time, a minimum of 40 hours weekly.

Benefits: Paid time off, health, dental and life Training: Two weeks of paid on-the-job training will be provided.

Wage:Starting wage for this position is $13.20 per hour.

To Apply for any of the positions: Please apply on line at www.good-sam.com A full job description available for review on-line Job posted April 6, 2016 and closes April 15, 2016

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE/VA/M/F/D

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We are a nationally recognized Fine Art and Craft group of galleries with 2 locations in Estes Park.

Full and Part Time Sales Positions Available.

Retail sales experience preferred, but we will train the right person.

Must be friendly and outgoing and willing to go the extra mile for our customers.

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

Mea Ono Ltd dba Laura’s Fine Candies in Estes Park, CO seeks Business Management Analyst w/MS in BA & 2 yrs exp.

Exp in hypothesis-driven data analysis & quantitative modeling.

Adv functions in MS Office & Google Analytics req’d.

Send res: hrmeaono@gmail.com

PAINTERS NEEDED! Busy painting contractor needs help.

Experience required. Work outdoors this summer. Full Time and Part Time positions available.

Call Tim at Bestway-Painting 970-518-4001.

DISHWASHER LINE COOK HOSTESS F/T-Seasonal BUSSER F/T-Seasonal

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

Full-time Receptionist Nail Tech Bridal Hair Stylist needed at busy Estes Park spa.

Spa etiquette, professionalism, friendliness, and ability to multi-task are a must.

Please email resumes to: Melissa@RiverspointeSpa.com

Now Hiring For:

Executive Chef F/T, Year Round Line Cook Dishwasher

101 South St. Vrain Avenue EOE,M/F/H/V Stop working evenings & weekends!

Premier Members Credit Union is seeking a FULL TIME TELLER in Estes Park. Minimum six months cash handling experience, great with people, basic computer and math skills. Apply at www.pmcu.org

Now Hiring Wait & Host Staff Apply in person The Other Side Restaurant 900 Moraine Ave. 970-586-2171

Golf Course Maintenance and Groundskeeper Employment Opportunities

Enjoy beautiful sunrises and free golf while working at one of our mountain golf courses this season!

GOLF COURSE GROUNDSKEEPERS We are looking for individuals who love working outdoors and are able to perform light golf course maintenance duties, including operating a riding mower, at the EVRPD 9-Hole and 18-Hole Golf Courses. Part-time or full-time hours with multiple schedules available. Seasonal positions run April – October. $10.00 $12.00/hour DOE/DOQ GOLF COURSE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE As a grounds maintenance crew member you will be a seasonal employee from April until October performing various tasks pertaining to the maintenance of golf courses including mowing, bunker maintenance, line trimming, and landscape maintenance tasks. Experience and knowledge of the game of golf preferred but not mandatory. This position requires moderate to heavy physical demands and the ability to perform a variety of routine and skilled maintenance and repair activities involving parks and recreation buildings, grounds, and equipment. Part-time or full-time hours with multiple schedules available; some weekends required. $11.00 - $15.00/hour DOE/DOQ Applications and complete job descriptions may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com or from the EVRPD Administration Office at 690 Big Thompson Avenue.

Please submit employment applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention John Feeney; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to john@evrpd.com

TOP PERFORMER FOR OPERATIONAL SUPPORT POSITION. FT ADMIN POSITION IN ESTES PARK. INSPIRED OPERATIONS SUPPORT PERSONNEL TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF SUPPORT. COMPUTER SAVVY ON PC. HOURLY. MUST LIVE IN ESTES PARK AND BE AVAILABLE 8-5 TO COVER GROWING COMPANY. EMAIL: CAREERS@BIOLYNCEUS.COM

Now Hiring!

Our Customer Service Representatives are responsible for providing amazing customer service while selling the highest-quality candy and ice cream. This position requires enthusiasm, efficiency, and proficiency in the English language.

Full time positions available; Seasonal and Year-Round.

Pick up an application at: 129 E. Elkhorn, Estes Park, CO 80517

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Liquor Clerk PT or FT Call John or Vanessa at 970-586-1930

Looking for a responsible, mature and experienced in-home babysitter for our 16 month old mid-May through June. Mon., Wed & Thurs. (2-3 days/wk). Must pass a background check.

Call Lindsey 920-450-5093.

Hiring kitchen staff.

Apply in person at: 1690 Big Thompson ave.

Call 970-586-6962

Campground Employment Opportunities Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? EVRPD is now hiring!

CAMPGROUND GUEST SERVICES ASSOCIATES We are looking for individuals who love working with people, are detail-oriented and proficient on a computer, and are able to multi-task in a busy retail environment at the Estes Park Campgrounds at Mary’s Lake and East Portal. Part-time or full-time hours available. Seasonal positions run April – October. $9.00 - $12.00/hour DOE/DOQ.

CAMPGROUND MAINTENANCE WORKERS Must be physically fit, able to work independently, and self-motivated to maintain and improve campsites and campground properties. Part-time or full-time seasonal positions available. Schedule may include weekends and holidays during the camping season. No experience required. Positions available now.

Season ends in October. $11.00 - $15.00/hour DOE/DOQ. Applications and a complete job descriptions may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com or from the EVRPD Administration Office at 690 Big Thompson Avenue.

Please submit employment applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention Zenda Smith; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to zenda@evrpd.com

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Employment Town of Estes Park Seasonal Employment Opportunities Mar 27-Sep 24

Now Hiring: Retail Sales Associates How to apply: Please pick-up an application at Trendz at the Park, 100 East Elkhorn, Ave. Store hou rs: 11am-5pm Wednesday-Sunday email wfisher@foreverresorts.com for more information Forever Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Forever Resorts is a Drug Free Work Place and does pre-employment drug screening.

The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for the following Seasonal positions: Street Maintenance (general street maint., asphalt & curb repair, painting, drainage & sign installation) Parks Maintenance (horticulture / flower bed crew for planting or weeding as well as tree/irrigation crew for tree trimming & mowing) Fairgrounds Events Maintenance (construction, equestrian, janitorial, customer service, facility maintenance) Hiring rate $10.50 - $13.50 depending on experience Positions open until filled Applications are located at: ▪ Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. west foyer (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) ▪ www.estes.org/jobs

CORPORATE SALES POSITION FOR A PREMIER ENVIRONMENTAL COMPANY. BIOLYNCEUS LLC IS HIRING AN INSPIRED, HIGH-PERFORMER TO JOIN OUR TEAM.

LOCATED IN ESTES PARK, CO, FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS. REQUIRES EXTENSIVE REGIONAL AND OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL. EXPERIENCE IN OUTSIDE SALES AND MINIMUM EDUCATION OF B.S. OR EQUIVALENT. COMPENSATION: SALARY + COMMISSION. BASED ON EXPERIENCE. NO CALLS PLEASE. EMAIL RESUMES: CAREERS@BIOLYNCEUS.COM

▪ Submit Town application, resume and cover letter to: ▪ Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR

Prospect Park Living Center Registered Nurse or LPN – Full Time Certified Nurse Assistant – Full Time Certified Nurse Assistant – PRN Resident & Family Services Coordinator – Full Time

Laboratory Phlebotomist - PRN Medical Technologist – Full Time

Building and Grounds Maintenance Engineer – Full time

New Life Center Registered Nurse (OB) – Full Time Send cover letter and resume to hr@epmedcenter.com or visit our website at www.epmedcenter.com and fill out an application.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you have a cheerful, friendly attitude with people skills, computer skills and multi-tasking abilities, plus strong English skills, apply now!

One Seasonal position – May – mid-October Some evenings, weekends and holidays required

```````` Competitive wages with guaranteed bonus program No smoking work environment “We are what we repeatedly do, excellence then is not an act, but a habit.”

Apply online at www.alpinetrailridgeinn.com Or email alpine@alpinetrailridgeinn.com Or call for interview – 970-586-4585

▪ 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.

Silver Saddle

Full Time Counselor

Degree in Counseling, Social Work or a related field preferred or extensive knowledge of trauma-informed care.

Send, email or fax resume This job posting will stay open until position filled.

Now Hiring HOUSEKEEPING BREAKFAST ATTENDANT FRONT DESK AGENT Must be a non-smoker.

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

WorldMark Resorts is a world class resort destination offering a fun and energetic team environment.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions: Housekeeping

(Full Time / Seasonal)

Front Desk Guest Service (Full Time / Year Round)

Maintenance Technician (Full Time / Seasonal)

To apply for any of these great opportunities, please go to our company website at www.WVOjobs.com. Search ‘Estes Park’.

970-577-7517

Harmony Foundation, an adult alcohol/ drug residential treatment center in Estes Park has the following openings available: Admissions Specialist Full Time position, Thursday through Sunday, 10 hour shifts. Assist with the pro cessing of all pertinent information on admissions requests to schedule admissions.

Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field and CAC I certification.

Part Time and Full Time Transitional Living Relief House Manager Oversee general operations of a residential program providing transitional care of residents recovering from substance use disorders. Candidates will provide transportation and ensure safety of all clients. PT Relieves FT House Manger and Requires 2 overnights per week. Must possess valid Colorado Driver License. Experience with the Recovery Community a plus.

Maintenance Team Member Full time, Hours are Tuesday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm and Saturday, 6 am to 2:30 pm. Must have maintenance experience, Colorado driver’s license & be very dependable.

Full Time Housekeeping Team Member and Facilities Float This position will support our facilities team with a focus on housekeeping. The days and hours are as follows. Monday to Thursday, 12:00 to 8:30 p.m., Friday 6 a.m. – 8:30 a.m., 1 to 6:30 p.m.

Full time Night Health Center Assistant 5 days a week, 8 hour shifts per week to include some holidays and every other weekend as scheduled.

Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to mcola@harmonyfoundationinc.com.

You may also fax to 970-577-0392 or mail to 1600 Fish Hatchery Road; Estes Park, CO. Be sure to check out our web site at www.harmonyfoundationinc.com

No calls please

WANTED-Experienced Full Time Grill Cook & Servers

ESTES VALLEY CRISIS ADVOCATES P.O. Box 1287 Estes Park, CO 80517 Phone 970-577-9781 Fax 866-295-3597

Home Health Care Physical Therapist – PRN Personal Care Provider – Full Time

Surgical Services Certified Surgical Technologist – Full Time Certified Surgical Technologist – PRN Registered Nurse – PRN

FRONT DESK

▪ PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or

This position provides direct counseling for survivors of crime and trauma, individually and in support group.

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

Employment

Apply in person at Lonigans, 110 West Elkhorn Ave. See Dave.

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

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

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

No certification required.

Training and support provided.

Sign on Bonus for Estes Park area!

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

Now Hiring

Dish Washer Salad Prep

Apply in person Between the Hours 12-5pm, Fri-Sun at Twin Owls Steakhouse 800 MacGregor Ave. 970-586-9344

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Kennel Attendant

Must be able to work weekends and able to lift 50lbs.

Apply in person at 453 Pine River lane.

Year round work. Contact us at 970-586-4703

Looking For

Experienced

Line Cooks

all shifts, full time, year round

Apply at 225 Park Lane

Seeking customer service oriented people for housekeeping/food service/activities position from May 2nd to Oct 5th.

Housing available .

Call 970-586-4230 or email shellyspear@gmail.com for application and more information.

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

Groundworker

Rams Horn Village Resort has a year round full time position available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department:

Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Park’s only Gold Crown Resort.

Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are guaranteed through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor. Fridays and Saturdays are required.

Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

Utilities Dept./Light & Power Hiring Range $21.40 - $25.14 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: May 2, 2016

Line Equipment Operator Utilities Dept./Light & Power Hiring Range $23.53 - $27.64 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: May 2, 2016

Finance Officer/Treasurer Finance Dept.

Hiring Range $3,328.96 - $4,078.00 bi-weekly salary Exempt Position Close Date: April 18, 2016

Planner II / III Community Development/Planning Div. Hiring Range II: $1,972.96 - $2,416.88 bi-weekly salary III: $2,202.27 - $2,697.77 bi-weekly salary Exempt Position Close Date: May 2, 2016

Streets Maintenance Worker (Temporary Position) Public Works Dept./Streets Div. Hiring Range $16.07 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled (Town employment application required)

Board of Adjustment Committee Voluntary Member Close Date: April 25, 2016 (Committee application required)

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

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

The Discovery Lodge & Coyote Mountain Lodge

Drivers Needed: Estes Park RV Rentals is now searching for qualified drivers to pull and set-up our campers in Estes Park.

If interested,please contact us at 1-877-373-8813 or visit us at our website www.estesparkrvrentals.com

Looking for self starters with a good team player attitude.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Year round, full or part time.

Good season bonuses.

Send resume or list of work history to mgmt@estesdiscoverylodge.com

NOW HIRING Full & PT seasonal positions. Inquire within or email resume to jmpholdings@msn.com. 358 E. Elkhorn Ave. Competitive pay and great discounts!

Now Hiring: -Waitstaff -Bussers -Host/Hostess Apply at 134 W. Elkhorn Ave Call 970 586-8838

Now hiring Front Desk & Housekeepers

Come have fun with Yogi Bear!

RENTALS Homes

ALL POSITIONS

Apply at 911 Moraine Ave. or Call 586-8181 English Proficiency Required

VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST The successful candidate will be proficient in English, spelling and typing. The individual will be experienced and comfortable with computers; be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast paced environment. The individual needs to be able to work as part of a team to provide outstanding client service. Please send resume and cover letter to: Animal Medical Center, 1260 Manford Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517 or email to pam@amcestes.com

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Beautiful 4BDR, 3BA home on 16 acres. 2 gas F/P, N/S, dogs okay. Want long term tenant - 1 yr min lease including elect. $2500/mo, references req.

Call Ed 970-218-0053.

Home Avail June Long Term Lease 2-3 Bdrm/2 Bath/2+Garage/2 acresGlen Haven Area-Very Energy Efficient, $1400.00 first/last/deposit/references 970-290-1961

Apartments 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment for rent Available immediately. $1500 including utilities.

One year lease.

No pets, no smoking.

Call 970-577-3730 for application and additional information.

RENTALS Commercial Rentals THE OLD CHURCH SHOPS Main Floor shop spaces and Third floor office spaces available for the 2016 season call 970-586-5860

Room/Roommate Home Avail June Long Term Lease 2-3 Bdrm/2 Bath/2+Garage/2 acresGlen Haven Area-Very Energy Efficient, $1400.00 first/last/deposit/references 970-290-1961

TRANSPORTATION Cars

1982 Mercedes 380 SL convertible, both tops Arizona Car, Garaged, records, 130k, looks like new. $7800 586-4112

Motorcycles

Wants To Rent Estes Park couple, N/S, N/P, seeks long term housing w/possible purchase option. Must have garage and separate workshop space.

970-313-3018

2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary Edition Road King Classic motorcycle. Pristine condition, well serviced and maintained. Only 12K miles.

Custom details. over $1,000 of accessories included, (4-helmets, chaps, H-D jacket, gloves, manuals, cover, seat, tuner kit, battery tender). Asking $10,500. Call or email for appointment to see: dcallahan2@mac.com, 970-556-136

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Appliances Experienced veterinary Equipment assistant able to feed, give ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; For Sale meds, walk, ride, clean FOR SALE: Schwinn EllipNeed to have one, but Water heater 50 gallon elec- tical 470 with Dual Track after and groom your seems overwhelming. tric, new in the box $235. Display; have manual. Per- We do the work, you make horses/dogs/cats.

Power washer 1300 psi Permanent or temp. fect condition, < one year the $. Local, Affordable, electric 45.00 Email: ropermamma15 use. Moving, downsizing.

References. CALL NOW 586-4112 @gmail.com Located in Estes Park. Orig 970-215-5548 $800, Sell @ $200. 970Misc. Sales 577-9375/760-567-3046 Estate Sales

RVs RV STORAGE Sites available for RV Storage on Moraine Ave. $50/mo. 970-412-9672

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Found FOUND: Large 28â&#x20AC;?x37â&#x20AC;? cloth Welcome Flag near Fish Creek Road.

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Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt.

577-1755

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Pet Care

New Queen Bed made entirely from pine. Brand new Beauty Rest Classic mattress and box spring, only slept on 3 times. Was bought for small condo and we need a smaller bed for the room. Call anytime between 8:00 a.m and 7:00 p.m. $500 for the set.

690-9911

DOMESTICALLY WILD Certified All Breed Canine Spa (970)480-7011 Humanity Always Before Vanity With a natural and gentle approach

Elegant Upgraded Ranch Home on golf course w/ Mntn Views for $524,990, 452 Skyline, Call Debbie 720 771 8964 ERA Tradewind Real Estate.

Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

Moving Sale Sat., April 16th at 9am & Sun., April 17th at 10 am.

NO EARLY SALES! 640 Findley Court.

MOVING SALE Sat, 4/16 & Sun, 4/17 - 8am-noon 1160 Broadview Lots of tools, yard equipment & some household goods.

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Call 970-692-4237 or 970-586-5296.

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523 St. Vrain Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517 970-586-3333 | 800-401-7750 Christian Collinet Broker/Owner 970-231-8570 Mindy Stone Office Coordinator Ellen Benes Client Liaison Brad Barnett Broker Assoc. 970-212-6780 Jeremy Collinet Broker Assoc. 970-302-1850

Julia Daley Broker Assoc. 720-937-0806 Sue Magnuson GRI, Broker. Assoc. 970-214-0319

Immaculate Home on 1+ Acre

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This immaculate home is filled with sunlight & character. Open floorplan flows from the comfortable living room to kitchen featuring maple, granite & luxury vinyl flooring. Vaulted greatroom w/ moss rock fireplace & big views. Inviting outdoor spaces include new decks & fenced yard. Three bedrooms, including a spacious master suite.

Huge lower level family/rec room plus patio. $549,000 1800 Twin Drive

Judy Nystrom GRI, Broker. Assoc. 303-506-5466 Glinda Doyle Assistant to Judy Nystrom 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

Spectacular Estes Park Venue

Opportunity to own one of the premiere wedding venues & vacation rental properties in all of Colorado. Sale includes Management business, historic log house - home to the Twin Owls Steakhouse, 4 vacation rental units, 2 employee housing units, & management office w/ attached 3-br manager/owner suite. Spectacular Wedding Pavilion w/ Black Canyon views, plus reception hall for year-round events. $4,750,000 800 MacGregor Ave

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Mountain Lover’s Paradise • 3 Bedroom/ 3 Bath • 5,251 sf w/ Open Floor Plan • Hickory Floors w/ In Floor Heat • Covered Decks on 3 sides • Oversized 2- car + Pole Barn $1,150,000 5111 US Highway 36

Yes, This is the View!

60+ Acre Development Property • 60+ Acres in Downtown Estes Park • Commercial & Residential • Direct Access into RMNP • Many Development Opportunities • Prime Fall River Frontage $10,000,000 600 W Elkhorn

Your New Home at Sundance

• To-Be- Built 3 Bed/ 3Bath • Main Level Master • Open Floor Greatroom • Deck to Enjoy the Views • Contract Now & Choose the Finishes!

• 2000+sf w/ Open Floor Plan • 3 Bedroom/ 3 Bath • Walkout Lower Level • Home Theatre Option • Close to Town & RMNP

$525,000 1145 Fish Creek Road

$475,000 Lot 1 Sierra Sage Lane

Bordering Rocky Mountain National Park • Historic Home with Updates Throughout • 3 Bedroom/ 3 Bath/2 Car Garage • 12+ Acres Bordering RMNP • Variety of Outdoor Spaces • Endless Hiking into RMNP $975,000 2341 Upper High Drive

Bring the Outdoors In • 4 bedroom / 3 Bath • Beautiful windows for Natural Light • Spacious Living Area • Master Suite Opens to Deck • 2-car Attached Garage $525,000 552 Alpine Drive

10 Acres – In Town • View Longs Peak & Continental Divide • Privacy Among Rock and Forest • Trails Lead into RMNP • Existing Well & Electric • 1 mile to Downtown

$280,000

2.34 Acres of Privacy, Views & Trees • 2.34 Acres in The Retreat • Quiet cul de sac Location • National Forest up the Road • Mountain & Wildlife Views • Close to Estes, RMNP & Glen Haven $94,000 220 Solitude Court

Explore all of Estes Park at www.FirstColoradoRealty.com