News April 2017
We are... Spring is Here – Time for Home Improvements! As the days get longer and thoughts turn to spring cleaning, many homeowners start making plans for home improvements. If so, remember that HRCA is here to help! Home owners are required to submit plans for approval to the Community Improvement Services Department for all exterior improvements prior to installation including painting, installing air-conditioning equipment, or putting in a deck. While some improvements do not require approval, there may be parameters that need to be followed. Every month, the Architectural Committee meets to review improvement plans submitted by home owners. In the busy spring and summer seasons, the Committee reviews six to seven hundred submittals during a meeting. Because HRCA has 30 days to respond to any request, remember to build this time into your project timetable. For more information, go online to www.HRCAonline.org/Covenants, call the Community Improvement Services Department at 303-471-8821, or email covenant@HRCAonline.org prior to beginning any work.
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HRCA Election of board members At the March 21 Annual Meeting of Delegates, the HRCA Delegates elected Jim Allen and Brock Norris to serve a two-year term. We would like to congratulate them on their successful election. These two directors join Dennis Seymour, Scott Lemmon, and Melissa Park as the HRCA’s Board. For more information about the HRCA’s leadership go to www.HRCAonline.org/Leadership.
Spring is a good time to get outdoors and tackle some larger home projects. The effort and expense you invest today on home improvements can save you big repair and energy dollars in the future! • After the last frost has passed, it’s important to have your gutters and downspouts cleaned and repaired to help prevent damage from spring storms.
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• Wood decks, fences, railings, trellises, pergolas and other outdoor structures will last longer and stay in better condition if they’re stained or resealed every year or two. Take this opportunity to make any needed repairs to woodwork as well. • Inspect your roof. Look for missing shingles, metal pipes that are damaged or missing or anything that simply doesn’t look right. If you notice anything that needs closer inspection or repair, call a roofer. • If you’re planning to repaint the exterior of your home this year, spring is a good time to set it up. • Check sprinkler and irrigation systems. If you don’t know how to maintain your sprinkler system, call a professional to do it. You’ll save money on your water bill and protect one of our most valuable natural resources. For more ideas, stop by the Home Improvement Expo on April 21! See page 5 for details.
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Annual meeting of members See page 4.
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Happy April showers! It would be nice to have some more precipitation ahead of the warm summer temperatures and fire season wouldn’t it? We are coming up on the most active part of the year so dust off the bike and lawn chairs and get ready for some outdoor fun!
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Events: April is full of fun events for you and the family. It is the perfect time of year to
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Board of Directors 303-471-8958 Scott Lemmon Brock Norris Melissa Park Jeff Suntken Dennis Seymour
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES at Eastridge 303-791-8958 9568 University Blvd. M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
RECREATION CENTERS 303-791-2500 Recreation Center at Northridge 8801 Broadway M-Th: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. F: 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sa. & Su: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Recreation Center at Eastridge 9568 University Blvd. M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Recreation Center at Westridge 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd. M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Su: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Recreation Center at Southridge 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd. M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
hold our annual Home Improvement Expo! This event provides you with fresh ideas in landscaping, home décor, or do it yourself projects. It is being held from April 21- 23 at Eastridge Recreation Center. The Kids' Expo will be held at noon on Saturday, April 8 at Eastridge Recreation Center. Easter is upon us as well this month and is always a great time for family. We hold the Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 15 at Northridge Park at 10:00 am. Please check out our web site for other great events at www.HRCAonline.org/Events.
Covenant and Assessment Compliance: Enforcement, dues payment, and compliance are never fun topics to write about but I thought that this month I would call attention to them. After all, the main reason community associations exist is to keep property values high. When purchasing property in Highlands Ranch, every homeowner signs a legally binding contract to pay assessments and comply with covenant controls which are designed to enhance the quality, value, desirability, and attractiveness of all property. This topic is one of constant debate. Many say we don’t enforce enough while others say we are over-bearing and difficult. On top of all that, real consequences in the form of fines, liens, legal fees, and even foreclosures can come from non-compliance. Why am I writing about this, one might ask? Because it is so much easier to abide by that contract than to fight the system that we all agree to uphold. There are many subtleties that can be argued on both sides, but suffice it to say it is much easier to comply with a notice one receives than to ignore or reject it. Ninety-nine percent of you already do this and I personally thank you for living up to your civic responsibilities. I am hoping to appeal to that one percent that choose not to comply and encourage you to try to work with HRCA to resolve complaints, rather than against us.
Board Election: The March elections were held for the two open seats, and our new Board members are recognized on the front page. We recognize the efforts of outgoing President Jeff Suntken, who served as a Delegate for several years and most recently a Board member. Jeff resigned from the Board just last month because he relocated out of Highlands Ranch to Denver. We wish him the best in his future endeavors and thank him sincerely for his years of service to the community! With regard to the election, incumbent Brock Norris re-ran for his seat while District Delegates Jim Allen, Kurt Huffman and Barbara Salisbury submitted their paperwork to run on the same ballot as challengers for the two open seats. All of their service to the community is much appreciated. We look forward to working with the new Board members to make Highlands Ranch an even better place to live, work and play! Please check our web site (HRCAonline.org/Board) to learn more about our Board of Directors.
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quarterly assessments The 2nd Quarter 2017 assessment of $144 is due on 4/1/2017. Please help HRCA save costs and the environment by signing up for E-Statements. Just visit www.HRCAonline.org/PaperlessOptions.
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Volunteer Fair
In honor of National Volunteer Month, HRCA would like to recognize the following volunteers for their service from May 2016 to April 2017, representing the following committees: Architectural, Backcountry Planning Areas Committee, Board of Directors, Cultural Affairs Association, Delegates, Development Review, Finance, Community Relations Event Ranch Hands, Scholarship Fund, Tribunal, and other miscellaneous volunteer teams. Without volunteers who are willing to serve, Highlands Ranch would not be the great place it is today. Even more importantly, these volunteers help set the direction for tomorrow. Join us in thanking and recognizing them for their outstanding contribution. Len Abruzzo Joseph Aden Kimberly Aiken Jim Allen David Allred Laurie Allred Katie Atkinson Laurie Atkinson Manijeh Badiozamani Mark Beall Dora Beals Michael Becerril Christopher Benger Jazon Bezon Robert Blaha Heather Blake Al Bonneau Barbara Borkan Susan Bremner Elaine Brown Paul Brunger Weylan Bryant Tom Buehner Bill Buettner Cheryl Burk Sheila Byrnes Zell Cantrell Jed Caswall Dr. L. Mac Cropsey Danielle D'Andrea Lyle Daley Sheela Damle Suresh Damle Michael Deviney Mark Dickerson Elizabeth Dickson Alexandra Dilley Jerry Dilley Kiel Downing Lisa Dragseth Jim Ellingson George Elliott
Doug Flin Scott Forman Stuart Foster Kiera Frydrychowski Perry Garcia Matt Gilbertson Karrie Gleason Karen Grewell Carolyn Groom Amit Gupta Ben Hall Brayden Hall Brayden Henning Ryan Henning Patrick Henry Greg Herman Teri Hjelmstad Jeanne Hoffman Kurt Huffman Frank Impinna Scott Janson Alison Jones Pat Kaptain Cyndi Karlin Clay Karr Roy King Lisa Kirwan Loretta Krook Kristin Kuiken Sharyn Landis Sara Lebofsky Sue Leidolph Scott Lemmon Megan Lindsey Tim Lindsey John Loe Derek Long Noreen Lynch Linda Mallette Roy Martinez Allen McEwen Bruce McFadden
Grace McMahon Randy McNaughton Mike Millington Doug Morton Mark Moyer Amanda Nay Carolyn Nies Ginger Nixt Gerd Noebel Annie Noebel Brock Norris Deborah O’Dell Erik Okland Jordan Olivero Brian O’Neil Denis Ouellette Karl Paetzel Ashley Panahi Tony Pantoja Melissa Park David Pasley Al Pelkowski Kerri Percival Larry Perkins Tony Perrone Daniel Pinette Sue Plummer Brad Pottebaum Libby Price Sandee Quick Josh Quist Jean Rehnke Jerry Reichardt Rita Reichardt Barbie Remillong Jim Reps Tim Riggle Jesus Rocha Connie Rosel Rebecca Rothwell Randee Ryan Barbara Salisbury
Daniel Schlachtenhaufen Kay Schneider Larry Schwartz Dennis Seymour Russell Shaffer Suma Shamasundar Al Shelbourn Aldis Sides Chrissie Smith Nancy Smith Debi Smith-Racanelli Deborah Spicer Grethe Stem Warren Streck Elizabeth Strock Jeff Suntken Eric Taylor Jennifer Tool Holladay Steve Trolinger Jack Troutman Heidi Van Law Ashley Vasquez Dawn Vaughn Rolands Vilums Frank Wanken Monica Wasden Eric Weinstein Savannah Weiss Ron Welk Krystal Woodbury Don Woodland Mike Woodland Erin Young
The Volunteer Fair is an opportunity for local nonprofits to showcase their volunteer needs and for residents to ‘shop’ volunteer opportunities. With over 50 service organizations participating, you are sure to find one that is just right. If your local nonprofit organization would like to participate in this free event, go to www.HRCAonline.org/ Vendors for an application. Tuesday, April 25, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Southridge. Free. • AARP • Advocates for Children CASA • Bridge of Hope Greater Denver • Bright by Three • Canine Companions for Independence • Castle Rock Senior Activity Center • Children’s Hospital Colorado • City of Lone Tree Volunteers in Police Services • Colorado HorsePower • Colorado Young Leaders • Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms • Doctors Care • Douglas County Fair and Rodeo, Douglas/Elbert Task Force • Dumb Friends League • Family Tree, Inc. • Freedom Service Dogs • Fresh Harvest Food Bank • FriendsFirst • Friendship Force Denver • Front Range BEST • Girl Scouts of Colorado • Girls in STEM • Highlands Ranch Historical Society • Highlands Ranch Lions Club • Highlands Ranch Metro District • Highlands Ranch Seniors Club • HRCA Backcountry • HRCA Therapeutic Recreation Program • Integrated Family Community Services • James Resource Network • JDRF Rocky Mountain • Littleton YMCA • Molly Brown House Museum • Natl Sports Ctr for the Disabled • Nature’s Educators • OMF International • Optimist Club of Littleton • Pedaling 4 Parkinson’s • Project C.U.R.E. • Rocky Mountain Medical Reserve Corps of Colorado • Scleroderma Foundation-Rocky Mountain Chapter • SECOR • Service to Mankind(Sertoma) • Sky Cliff Center • Sky Ridge Medical Center • St. Thomas More Catholic Parish • The Crisis Center • Volunteer Connect Douglas County • Volunteers of America/RSVP • Wind Crest, Inc.•
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Taste of Highlands Ranch The Taste of Highlands Ranch is celebrating its 22nd year of excellence in food, wine, beer, and spirits. Davidsons Liquors will provide samples of alcoholic beverages while more than 30 area restaurants will show off their best cuisine. Due to its popularity at last year's event, an outdoor beer garden with food and music will once again be held outside the gym doors at the Recreation Center at Eastridge. Each year a silent auction benefitting a local nonprofit organization rounds out The Taste. For 2017, the Muscular Dystrophy Association is the recipient. MDA is leading the fight to free individuals – and the families who love them – from the harm of muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related muscle-debilitating diseases that take away physical strength, independence, and life. Together with their supporters, MDA is helping kids and adults live longer and grow stronger by finding research breakthroughs across diseases, caring for kids and adults from day one, and empowering families with services and support. HRCA is proud to have this organization as our silent auction beneficiary. The Taste of Highlands Ranch will be on Friday, May 5, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center at Eastridge. Tickets are $30 early bird, $35 week of event, if not sold out and are available online at www.HRCAonline.org/Tickets, by visiting any HRCA recreation center, or by calling 303-791-2500. You must be 21+ to attend, IDs will be checked. No children will be allowed. The ticket price includes a 2017 Taste of Highlands Ranch wine glass while supplies last.
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ranch updates Annual Meeting of Members The Annual Meeting of Members will be on Tuesday, April 26 at 4:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center at Eastridge, Gordon Von Stroh Community Room. At this meeting Delegates are elected to serve as district representatives for a two year term. This year delegates in even-numbered districts and non-sub associations without a current delegate are up for election. No other business is scheduled to come before this meeting.
HRCA is Hiring! HRCA has many positions available, in virtually every department, from Administration, Arts & Education, Aquatics, and Facilities, to Sports & Fitness, Therapeutic Recreation, and the Backcountry Wilderness Area! As summer nears, we have a plethora of part-time and seasonal positions available. For more information and to apply for these opportunities on the web site, visit www.HRCAonline.org/Jobs.
9Health Fair The 9Health Fair will be on Saturday, April 29, from 7:00 a.m. - Noon at the Recreation Center at Eastridge. This fair encourages individuals to assume responsibility for their own health. The 9Health Fair offers free or low-cost medical screenings. Each year the 9Health Fair is coordinated by the Highlands Ranch Lions Club and hosted by HRCA. Visit www.HRCAonline.org/Events for screening details and costs. Used eyeglasses will be collected by the Highlands Ranch Lions Club. For more information call 303-888-0423 or email ddcc@ddccnotary.com.
Kids’ Summer Expo Our popular annual Kids’ Summer Expo will be held on Saturday, April 8 from Noon - 3:00 p.m. in the Recreation Center at Eastridge gymnasium. This is your opportunity to preview and sign-up for HRCA preschool, summer camps, and classes. With special activities and giveaways at each booth and ‘Expo Only’ discounts on programs, this is the place to be! Bring the kids to this fun event and walk away with ideas for summer fun and takeaways! Also, meet Bella and Buster, HRCA’s draft horses, and grab a treat while you’re there. The event is free - don’t miss out! For more information, call 303-471-8928.
Upcoming events Dueling pianos Enjoy an evening of your favorite piano songs. This live, interactive, sing-along show will get you up and out of your seat and dancing! Request your favorite songs from classic rock to today's pop hits! Two performers from Howl at the Moon will play your favorite songs all night! Snacks and a cash bar will be available. • Friday, April 7 • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. • Southridge • Tickets $15 early bird; $20 week of event, if not sold out. • 16+ for some adult humor, 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. IDs will be checked.
Spring Wine Fling HRCA and Davidsons Liquors are excited to bring this amazing event back again to our Tasting Series for 2017. The wine team at Davidsons Liquors will bring you spring’s finest selection of roses, whites, and bubbles from around the world for your tasting delights. Here’s your chance to select the season's best varieties. • Saturday, April 8 • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. • Southridge • Tickets $20 early bird pricing; $25 week of event, if not sold out. • 21+ only. • IDs will be checked at the door. • No children will be allowed.
Easter Egg Hunt Join us for some Easter fun! Over 25,000 eggs will be available at Northridge Park on Saturday, April 15. The hunt starts at 10:00 a.m. sharp! Come early as parking is limited. Hunts are held simultaneously, separated by age group. Don’t forget your Easter basket and a camera! The Easter Bunny will be available for photos. Bella and Buster, the HRCA draft horses, will also be on site with their bunny ears on for photos. Hunt will be held rain, snow, or shine, so dress appropriately for the weather. Don't be late!
Home Improvement Expo Don’t miss what we have in store for you at the 20th Annual Home Improvement Expo! Home improvement businesses join forces with you to improve and take the guesswork out of projects for your home. Approximately 125 exhibitors will showcase the latest in product, equipment, and ideas for everything you need to upgrade your home and improve your lifestyle inside and out. At this three-day expo, homeowners may meet face-to-face with business owners. Come take advantage of the many show specials, discounts, door prizes, and giveaways. Parking and admission are free. See you at the Expo! A few booths are still available for exhibitors. Applications are at www.HRCAonline.org/Vendors. • Friday, April 21, Noon - 6:00 p.m. • Saturday & Sunday, April 22 & 23 • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • Eastridge Recreation Center
Saturday, April 15 • 10:00 a.m. SHARP! • Northridge Park • Free
Upcoming events
Electronic Recycling & Paper Shred Event
MAY 2017 1 Pottery Sale
Properly and safely dispose of old electronic components that contain materials that are harmful to our environment at our annual recycling event on May 7. The charge for old CRT Monitors is $10 and TVs: $50 all sizes (42” and smaller accepted on site.) Also shred your confidential and sensitive documents on site. Limit of three small copy papersized boxes/small grocery bags per person. No phone books, newspapers, magazines or trash please. A suggested $20 donation benefits the Cultural Affairs Association and the Community Scholarship Fund. Note: Businesses welcome, please call for business pricing. For more info call 303-791-2500 or for a complete list of accepted items and fees visit www.HRCAonline.org/Events. • Sunday, May 7 • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. • Kaiser Permanente parking lot
Join us for Active Seniors Lifestyle Month for a sampling of free programs during the month of May. For more details, visit www.HRCAonline.org/Seniors.
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Computer/Electronics Recycling & Paper Shred
7-28 Farmers' Market & Street Fair (Sundays only) 13
Mother's Day 5K
19-20 Ladies' Fishing on the Fly 20
Hooked on Fishing
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Culture on the Green
Please check the web site for the most current event information.
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Classes, camps & activities 2017 Highland Ranch Race Series
BOYS BASKETBALL LEAGUE WRAP-UP The HRCA Boys Basketball League wrapped up in March and had a wonderful season. New this year, HRCA partnered with the Denver Nuggets to bring Jr. Nuggets jerseys to all basketball league participants. In addition to rocking Jr. Nuggets gear, all teams were offered the opportunity to attend a Denver Nuggets game at a discounted price. One lucky team was chosen to compete in a half-time game on Pepsi Center court! That lucky team was second grade Team Warriors coached by Ryan West. Also included in the partnership was an opportunity for all head coaches to attend a coaching session offered by Positive Coaching Alliance. The coaches had the chance to tour the Pepsi Center and shoot around on the Nuggets practice court. Afterwards they listened to Anthony Roby with Positive Coaching Alliance speak about the importance of creating a positive team culture and encouraging lifelong sports in our youth. Overall, the experience of partnering with the Denver Nuggets was a success that added significant value to the basketball program for years to come.
With a successful St. Patrick’s Day 5K in the rearview mirror, the HR Race Series is looking ahead to the Mother’s Day 5K on May 13. Bring the whole family and join us for a lap around the historic Highlands Ranch Mansion, followed by family fun and an all-you-caneat pancake breakfast for all registered participants. Sign up now to take advantage of discounted early-bird pricing at www.HRRaceSeries.com.
Junior Team Tennis Registration Now Open! New deadline this year! April 28 is the deadline to have at least four players registered on a team. So make sure the date doesn’t pass your junior player by! HRCA is excited once again to offer Junior Team Tennis to young players aged 8 to 18. All registration information for the entire season will be presented at the Annual Junior Team meeting on April 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Northridge. Practices start June 7 and will continue twice a week on Wednesdays and Fridays. Matches will take place on Mondays beginning June 12 and ending on July 31. For those teams that qualify, Round Robin State Championships will take place the first weekend in August. Plan on attending the meeting on April 1 and we’ll help you sort out all the dates and get your player into a fun summer on court playing and competing with his or her peers! Call 303-471-8940 for more information or with questions.
Summer Registration Now Open for All Aquatic Programs! Try out for one of the Seahawks Summer Swim Teams, explore underwater with scuba or snorkel, or learn how much fun it is to try stand-up paddleboard. Children as young as six months can begin learning water safety in the Infant Swim Resource Program. Summer classes fill quickly for HRCA Learn to Swim classes so sign up today. HRCA has been teaching thousands of Highlands Ranch children how to safely enjoy the water for 35 years. Visit Swim Central at www.HRCAonline.org/Swim for more information about all the water activities happening this summer at HRCA.
Summer Swim Team Try-out/Registration Dates Join one of the most popular and successful local summer swim teams. Both teams fill very quickly so be sure to learn more and register on-line today. All participants must be tested and meet minimum skill levels to participate. For more details call 303-471-8942 or rachel.lyon@hrcaonline.org
2017 Returning Swimmer Registration Saturday, April 8 • 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. • Northridge Recreation Center For swimmers who have been on the Highlands Ranch Summer Swim team in past seasons or for those swimmers who have been in HRCA Coached Aquatics programs (Seahawks Drill Academy, Conditioning Camp, Elites) between August 2016 and April 2017.
2017 New Swimmer Tryouts & Registration
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Saturday, April 15 • 7:00 - 10:00 a.m. • Northridge Recreation Center For swimmers completely new to our programs. All interested participants must start off in the pool for tryouts. Once skills have been demonstrated successfully, these participants will be approved to complete the registration process. Spots will be limited at this registration and are given on a first come first serve basis. Please arrive early and line up outside the pool doors.
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April at a Glance! There are a lot of new and exciting programs for you to consider enrolling yourself or your family members in this month! For the creative one, we’re focusing on Springing forward! Art programs for your child ages 2½-11 will be offered in April at various times to meet your family’s demanding schedule. Little Artists (5-8 years old) and Glue Sticks (3-5 years old) are art options that will be focusing on springtime themes. For your older child, Drawing and Painting, Minecraft Art, or Video Game Art are popular evening classes you should consider. This month we’ll kick off a Forest Buddies pottery class for ages 2½ - 5. Mud Pies, ages 3-5, will be making Earth Day projects. Beginning Hand Building Jr. for ages 6-9 or Beginning Hand Building for ages 8-12 are also very popular classes for your pre-teens and teens. Adult pottery classes are also filling quickly, so grab a friend and try out our multi-level wheel class. For more information, please call 303-471-8853.
Now that summer is quickly approaching and you’re bound to have a wedding or two to attend in the coming months, consider taking one of our popular adult dance classes. This month we’re offering Cowboy Cha Cha and Line Dance. Our Adult Tap Dance class for adults 18 and older is growing and becoming a popular and fun class to join. Our adult Belly Dancing class is also going strong and is an exciting class to participate in. Whatever the class, bring a friend and learn a new skill! For more information, please call 303-471-8853.
Preschool Registration On April 8, at the Kids' Expo, HRCA will have its Preschool Registration event at the Eastridge Recreation Center for both Eastridge and Westridge Preschools. Registration will be available for all new families from 10:00 a.m. - Noon. Our classes fill quickly, so this is the time to get your child on our list for the 2017-2018 school year. Our exceptional teachers, focused curriculum, and play-based philosophy is what makes our Preschool not only an exceptional place to have your child grow and learn, but also highly recommended by surrounding elementary schools as a preschool program that prepares students exceptionally well for Kindergarten. For more information, please call 303-471-8814.
Backcountry Happenings Egg-citing Egg Coloring (April 14, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.): Come out to our Base Camp (off of Santa Fe and Ron King Trail) to dye eggs outside and mingle with our chickens, ponies, and, of course, Bella and Buster.
Mysteries of Migration (April 15, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.): It’s that time of year when many migratory bird species are returning north. Have you ever wondered how they know where to go and when to leave? Join us for a live raptor presentation from Wild Wings Environmental Education to answer these and other questions about the mysteries of migration.
Explore. Unplug. Relax. (April 21, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.): This two-hour outdoor experience is geared toward all kind of nature enthusiasts. If you’re looking to explore, head out on an easy, off-trail hike in the Backcountry led by a naturalist. If you’d rather kick up your feet and just enjoy the fresh air, mingle with our chickens and enjoy our Base Camp area. Whatever you choose, ditch your phone and indulge in good conversation and a s’more. Visit our website www.HRCAonline.org/Backcountry and our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hrcabackcountry for more information and to register.
Teens in the Backcountry Kids don’t ever “outgrow” summer camp in the Backcountry Wilderness Area, they just grow into new roles. The Outdoor Discover Camp offers two unique programs geared solely for teens ages 14 to 17. The brand new Leadership Camp (June 19-23) pairs limit-testing adventures like whitewater rafting, traversing a ropes course, and even summiting a mountain with challenging team-building activities and leadership training. And if your teen wants to put his/her new skills to work, they can apply to our Leadersin-Training (LIT) program. LIT’s earn volunteer service hours and valuable job experience as they serve as leaders and role models for younger Outdoor Discovery Camp kids. Applications for the LIT program are due by May 1! For more information visit www.HRCAonline.org/ outdoordiscoverycamp.
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Facility Closures April 3-8
Westridge Recreation Center Annual Maintenance
April 8
Eastridge Basketball Courts (7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) - Kids' Expo
April 16
All Recreation Centers Easter Holiday
April 20-23
Eastridge Basketball Courts & track (5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.) Home Improvement Expo
April 25
Southridge Basketball Courts (2:00 -10:00 p.m.) - Volunteer Fair
April 28-29
Eastridge Basketball Courts (7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) 9Health Fair
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Community Partners The HRCA’s ability to bring events to Highlands Ranch is made possible in part by our Community Partners, the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (CAA), and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).
April Events
For event details, see page 5 or visit www.HRCAonline.org. April 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . Dueling Pianos April 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring Fling Wine Tasting April 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . Kids' Expo April 15 . . . . . . . . . . . Easter Egg Hunt April 10 . . . . . . . . . . . Board Working Session* 6:00 p.m. April 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . Kids' Expo April 18 . . . . . . . . . . . Delegate & Board Meeting* 6:30 p.m. April 21-23 . . . . . . . . Home Improvement Expo April 25 . . . . . . . . . . . Volunteer Fair April 29 . . . . . . . . . . . 9Health Fair * These meetings are open to our members.