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July 2010
J U LY 4 T H C E L E B R A T I O N The Fourth of July is not complete without hot dogs, parades, and fireworks, and the HRCA has it all! Join us for a day filled with fun activities for the whole family. Just look at the lineup planned for the day:
Backcountry camping and more!
8:30 a.m. HRCA Independence Day 5K Run/Walk 8:30 a.m. Family Pet & Bike Parade (Kicks off the Community Parade)
We are opening up an area just
9:00 a.m. HRCA July 4th Parade. Grand Marshal - Mrs. Shalon Polson, Mrs. Colorado
south of the Highlands Point trails to
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. July 4th Celebration in Town Center South and North Enjoy live music, games, inflatables, hayrack and pony rides, food, beverages and more!
groups for overnight camping. This
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Farmers’ Market and Street Market, Town Center North
your Scout Group, Church Group, or
Noon – 4:00 p.m. Pet Adoption Fair, Town Center South
other youngsters to the delights of
is a perfect opportunity to introduce
camping. The camping spot is quiet
3:30 p.m. 2nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest, Town Center South 9:30 p.m. Fireworks north of Highlands Ranch Parkway and Town Center Drive
and secluded. The only noises you will hear are the coyotes howling and the
All events are free to attend, but tickets are required for games and activities, and
owls hooting. July is the only month
cash is required for most concessions. It’s a day of fun for everyone, young and old
we offer overnight camping this year.
alike. Don’t miss it! For more information on the schedule or for the parade route,
Reservations must be made and fees
visit www.HRCAonline.org or call 303-791-2500.
paid in advance. For reservations or more information call 303-471-8885
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or email mgiebel@hrcaonline.org.
In Colorado, managing big game animals to ensure their health and the health of their
If overnight camping is not your
habitat is most often and efficiently done by hunting. In 2001, due to the over population
thing, you can still experience the
of the elk herd in the Backcountry Wilderness Area, the Colorado Division of Wildlife
Backcountry through our Campfire
recommended that elk hunting take place. The previous landowners have conducted
Hikes or Sunset Vehicle Tours. Get
hunts in the Backcountry since 2002.
away from it all without having to Continued on page 4
go too far. You’ll be amazed at the wildlife and scenery that is right here in Highlands Ranch.
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