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OHV Trails Rock Crawling Park Kenney Reservoir Rock Art Dinosaur National Monument Septemberfest Fishing Derby Fourth of July Rangely Outdoor Museum Golf Course

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Meeker calendar of events OHV Rendezvous in July fun, family-friendly Entrepreneur opens new business in Meeker Group rallies to restore old schoolhouses Cattledog trials come back to Meeker Border collies and sheep return to trials Rangely calendar of events ‘Sonic wonder’ set to open in June Rangely Automotive Museum opens

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Craig calendar of events Jarvie Ranch a return to the Wild West Steamboat calendar of events Glenwood Springs/Rifle calendar of events The hummingbirds have returned Regional calendar of events Advertiser’s Index

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Summer Calendar 2016 • Meeker June 11 Meekerpalooza Arts & Music Festival ~ Meeker Meekerpalooza is a weekend of arts and music for the whole family. Meekerpalooza will showcase all aspects of dance, singing, music, visual and culinary arts. Events include live music performances, workshops and demonstrations, interactive kid art zone,

Park to Art 10K race, metal art competition, arts and crafts fair and Taste of Meeker. $5 for adults, free for kids under 10 and seniors over 75. Admission at the entry gate or tickets available online. Brought to you by the Meeker Arts & Culture Council, Meeker Chamber of Commerce and ERBM Recreation & Park District. More information is available at

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meekerpalooza.com. June 15-July-4 Plein Air Art Competition ~ Meeker Join us at the fifth annual Plein Air Art Competition held in Meeker. En Plein Air is a French expression which means “in the open air” and is used to describe the act of painting outdoors. Working in natural light to complete a painting on location will inspire many artists to visit Meeker and capture our scenic beauty.

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Kicking off Meeker’s summer festivities is the annual Meekerpalooza Arts and Music Festival, June 11, for the

The paint out will be June 15-June 30. View the paintings during the Range Call Celebration at the art show on July 2, 3 and 4, and bid on the impressive collection of art inspired by the Town of Meeker and surrounding areas. June 15-19 Meeker Classic NCA National Cattledog Finals ~ Meeker

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Never touch, kick or pick up downed wire. At no charge, White River Electric and Yampa Valley Electric will locate any of their underground systems if you are planning to dig on your premises. A 48-hour notice is required and UNCC must be called prior to digging (800)922-1987. Customers can also call UNCC by simply dialing 811.

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One hundred and forty of North America’s best cattledogs compete in the world’s largest cattledog trial. This event features five days of cattledog competition on two fields-an event that is sure to be enjoyed by dog enthusiasts. Craft and food vending onsite in addition to demonstrations and an art show, free outdoor concert and much more. Family-friendly. $10 admission per day. Call 970-878-0111 or visit meekercattledog.com for more information or to buy tickets. July 3-5 Range Call Celebration ~ Meeker This year’s 131st annual celebration will feature American country music artist Blackhawk in concert, wild west events including the oldest rodeo in the state, a demolition derby, a live reenactment of the historic 1896 Meeker bank robbery, a 4th of July parade, the historic Meeker Massacre Pageant and one of the largest fireworks displays on the western slope. Visit meekerrangecall.com or call 970-878-5510. July 14-17 Wagon Wheel OHV Rendezvous ~ Meeker Enjoy 250 miles of trails with open riding and guided rides through the White River National Forest during the day, and live music, food and contests in Meeker in the evenings. For more information, visit wagonwheeltrails.org or call 970-878-5510. Aug. 1-6 Rio Blanco County Fair ~ Meeker Features fun for the whole family, including a variety of food vendors, midway rides, livestock competitions and exhibits, commercial exhibitors and musical entertainment featuring top name performers. Call 970-878-9490 for more information. Sept. 7-10 Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials ~ Meeker Held every September, the Classic offers five days of sheepdog herding competition for a purse totaling $20,000, along with an art show, food vendors, a dog agility and flyball demonstration and live entertainment. For more information or to order tickets, visit meekersheepdog.com

OHV-friendly county hosts rendezvous Wagon Wheel OHV Rendezvous Special to the Herald Times

n 2011, Rio Blanco County community leaders kicked off a new initiative to expand Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) tourism options in Northwest Colorado. A true community effort has been made to work collaboratively with municipal, county, federal and state agencies to further market the incredible trails found on the White River National Forest and the public lands administered by the BLM’s White River Field Office. With grant assistance from the Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the Colorado State OHV Program and local contributions, more than 250 miles of trails in the Wagon Wheel OHV Trail System in Meeker, featuring 16 interconnecting loops, are mapped and visitor ready. This summer marks the inaugural year

for OHV trails in the Rangely area, providing even more trail access for OHV enthusiasts. A variety of trails is available with varying levels of difficulty, and most are open to side-by-side OHVs. Meeker and Rangely are OHV-friendly communities and they welcome riders to enjoy all that Northwest Colorado has to offer! If you are looking for premium riding opportunities, experiencing new trails, participating in exciting events while riding in Colorado, make plans now to attend the 2016 Wagon Wheel OHV Rendezvous in Meeker. The 2016 event will kick off July 14 and run through the 16th. Riders won’t want to miss the jam-packed schedule of events that

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OHV Cont. from page 7 includes a live concert, an OHV rodeo, an OHV Poker Run, an ATV raffle, incredible trail riding and true “family friendly” summertime fun. Meeker is proud to be OHV-friendly, so riders are encouraged to ride their OHVs around town. For more information and to register, visit wagonwheeltrails.org or call 970-878-5510 to talk with representatives at the Meeker Chamber of Commerce. Local riders greatly enjoy the trails and now it is time for the rest of the world to see what all the “buzz” is about. Make a trip to Rio Blanco County and experience for yourself some of the most amazing scenic views and riding options in Colorado. Visit meekerchamber.com

for more information! During the Rendezvous, guided rides will be available. Below are five favorite rides of locals and visitors alike! Miller Creek Loop Riders are sure to enjoy this 33-mile loop starting and finishing at the Miller Creek Parking Lot. This trail winds alongside Miller Creek, gains elevation and tops out with long distance views and frequent wildlife viewing opportunities. OHVs must be 62 inches or less in overall width. THE RIDE: This ride includes some challenging short sections (somewhat rocky, steep 0.5 mile downhill section). Riders should have experience on trails with steeper, rocky, off-camber and narrow sections. Riders can either trailer to the Miller Creek Parking Lot or ride from Base Camp by traveling on the Connector Trail to County Road 8. Riders will experience 12 paved miles before turning

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right onto County Road 57 and traveling for 1 mile before reaching the Miller Creek Parking Lot. ROUTE: CR57, FS215, FS214, FS2211, FS211, FS216, FS2216, FS217, FS2200, FS218, FS215, CR57 Fawn Creek to Deadhorse Loop If photo opportunities are what you are looking for, this is your ride! This ride features one of the most impressive scenic overlooks of the White River National Forest and the North Fork of the White River. Riders will experience a 32-mile ride that includes six miles of gravel road and four miles of paved road. OHVs must be 62 inches or less in overall width. THE RIDE: The trail includes areas of steep to very steep, rocky off-camber and/or narrow trail, with several small stream crossings for experi-

enced riders. The majority of this ride will be on Forest Service 4x4 roads, with some pavement riding to return to the parking lot. ROUTE: CR8, CR115, FS280, FS290, FS293, FS1809.2, FS231, FS230, CR8 Flat Tops Scenic Adventure You say you want a daylong adventure? You say you want to see some of the most amazing scenic overlooks? You say you want extreme technical challenges? Well, this ride is not for the faint of heart - but this trip to Heart Lake is simply amazing! This is a 50-mile ride from Hiner Springs, which provides a long, full-day ride, but with grand vistas, lakes and wildflowers. You won’t be disappointed. OHVs must be 62

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OHV Cont. from page 8 inches or less in overall width. THE RIDE: This ride includes numerous steep, rutted, off-camber and very rocky sections. Several small streams will be forded. This is for very experienced riders only. Riders must trailer their OHV to Hiner Springs, which is 35 miles from Meeker. Traveling to this parking area takes up to 1.5 hours, but is well worth the time. The parking area is accessed by traveling County Road 8 for 20 miles, turning right onto County Road 10 for 1.5 miles, turning right onto County Road 17/Forest Service Road 245 for 13 miles, and finally turning left onto County Road 125/Forest Service 601 for 0.5 miles. ROUTE: FS601, FS630, Heart Lake, FS630, FS640, FS601, FS648, FS821, FS823,

Meadow Lake, FS823, FS601 Hay Flats to Miller Creek A local favorite, riders will enjoy this 60-mile loop, which features switchback roads climbing in elevation to open areas that wildlife and livestock utilize for summer feeding grounds. Wildflowers are in abundance and riders will cross Miller Creek before returning to Meeker. OHVs must be 62 inches or less in overall width. THE RIDE: This ride includes several rocky sections, off-camber, rutted areas and small stream crossings. Approximately half of this ride will be on well-maintained gravel and paved roads with the remainder of travel on Forest Service 4x4 dirt roads. Riders should have some experience on dirt roads with rocky, uneven surfaces. ROUTE: CR13, CR38, FS211, FS214, FS215, CR57, CR 8, connector trail Sleepy Cat Peak Ride

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Sleepy Cat Peak is one of Meeker’s most recognizable landmarks, and riders will see firsthand why it is named Sleepy Cat Peak. Riders will enjoy this 32-mile loop ride that begins at beautiful Lake Avery, winds around to the base of Sleepy Cat Peak and circles back to Long Park. OHVs must be 62 inches or less in overall width.

THE RIDE: This ride offers short sections of steep, rutted, off-camber and/or very rocky conditions, with several small stream crossings. The majority of ride will be on Forest Service 4x4 roads. This is for experienced riders only, and OHVs must have good ground clearance. ROUTE: CR115, FS250, FS280, FS290, FS250, CR115

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Young entrepreneur ‘lives her dream’ in her unique downtown boutique By CAITLIN WALKER Special to the Summer Rec Guide ccording to Forbes magazine, nine out of 10 business startups fail. In this rough entrepreneurial landscape, success stories are like diamonds, and the Turquoise Gypsy Boutique in Meeker, Colo. shines bright. Owner Kindal Nay has known since high school she wanted to work in fashion —“I have always loved shoes, makeup and clothes and wanted to share my love of shopping with others.” In March 2015, she fulfilled her dream by opening Turquoise Gypsy as an online boutique. The site took off thanks to Nay’s unique aesthetic of “rustic, western with a twist, and a little boho thrown in” as well as features in Cowboys & Indians magazine and a robust social media presence that includes giveaways and drawings to give back to her followers. To fill her store with one-of-a-kind pieces, Nay works with style bloggers from all over the world, scours Etsy for interesting ideas, visits trade shows, and draws inspiration from her own closet. “I don’t carry anything thatI wouldn’t wear or put my own kids in. Unique items that aren’t mass produced really catch my eye.” She is particularly fond of “anything that has a story” and works hard to feature handcrafted items made in the USA. In August 2015, Nay and her family settled in Meeker and she knew the time was right to open a brick and mortar location. “I knew that I wanted to open a full fledged store to service what our town was lacking … I absolutely love helping people find clothing and shoes that compliment them.” She couldn’t be happier with her decision. “I get to come work in a giant closet that lets me express my creativity in my own way; there really is nothing better.” The hardest thing about her venture thus far? “I need a billion dollars. There are so many crazy neat items out there that I want to bring to Meeker to sell that it is hard to narrow it down.” In the future, Nay would love to start her own clothing line featuring “fun tops,

cool jewelry, and if I can dream it I can make it.” She’d also like to open a local clothing factory to create jobs and contribute to the economy as well as stock a full-size warehouse for website orders. Nay is truly living the dream, but the best part is, “I get to do all this with the

help and support of my family, my husband Matthew and my friends. Life couldn’t be better.” Check out Turquoise Gypsy Boutique at turquoisegypsyboutique.com or visit the store at 590 Main in Meeker, Colo. For more information, call 970-878-9898.

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Group rallies to restore historic schoolhouses By ELLENE MEECE Special to the Summer Rec Guide

s one drives along County Road 6 in rural Northwest Colorado youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see the oldest rural school in Rio Blanco County, established in 1884. This unique historic landmark of our area was the pride of the rural community upon its completion in 1892, but has stood idle for many years. Coal Creek Rural Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Historical Society is working towards the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic preservation as an educational and interpretive center for community and visitors. Overwhelming positive response and support has been directed to the Rio Blanco Rural Schools Research Committee of the RBC Historical Society. After several years of intense research, the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;made up of six retired school teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;produced a collection of rural school tour loop brochures and

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unique and elaborate construction included stone walls and a fancy gabled end with shingles arranged in scalloped and diamond designs. A neat belfry originally adorned the front of the building. The bell currently resides at the White River Museum in Meeker. More than 30 years ago, when Janet Clark first came to reside along County Road 6, she remembers recognizing the stately old building as an abandoned school. She is now spearheading the committee of the Rio Blanco County

also highway signage to go with each location. The response has become a cultural heritage highlight! This success became the spark needed to begin the application process to restore Coal Creek School to its former glory. History Colorado personnel helped with information and advice for the grant funding for the Coal Creek School building assessment and deter-

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SCHOOL Cont. from page 13 mined it to be a viable candidate structurally, architecturally and historically. The next step was the nomination for historic designation on county, state and national registers that made the Coal Creek School restoration project eligible for grants. The final national register of historic places was designated in July 2014. Learning about the preservation and restoration process has taken Clark and her team to the nomination review meeting in Denver, History Colorado State Historical Fund Roundtable held in Meeker, Hayden Heritage Center, and Elkhead Schoolhouse Tours. Other historic places within our community and around the state have been compared and studied. Shared stories and

photos from local residents or their descendants have brought the history of Coal Creek School to life. Reminiscent of the pioneer times, restoration of the Coal Creek School has been a community supported endeavor. While funding is available through state grants, events to raise the required matching funds is ongoing. One of the first major fundraising local events for Coal Creek School preservation was conducted at another noteworthy rural school house —Buford Rural School, which was restored by the White River Community Association

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and in 2006 was placed on the state historical register. An old-fashioned dessert box social and dance on Labor Day Weekend in 2014 drew a large crowd of people who generously donated to the cause and also left a nice donation for the Buford School to assist in its maintenance. Today, in 2016, many hurdles have been cleared and construction on Coal Creek School exterior will be completed this summer. Buford Rural School proudly stands on County Road 17, about 20 miles east of Meeker. In 1889, the Buford area homesteaders built their own log school near Big Beaver Creek, just north of the bridge they had built across the White River by the mouth of the creek. As the population increased, a second story was soon added—mainly to accommodate social events. When flooding damaged the building, a new site was provided in the early 1900s. Materials were reused to build a new school that exists on the same site today. Some additions and modernizations kept it viable through the last classroom use in 1952. As owner of the property, Minewa Bell Roosevelt donated the schoolhouse to the White River

Community in 1953 in memory of her father, Alfonso Bell. Today, Buford School continues to be an active community center and is the location of the annual Buford Fish Fry, held the second weekend in June to help maintain the historic property. Of course in the spring, there is a Buy-Fly Fishing Tournament, in which the fish are caught to supply this annual event. Participation in that occasion is a tradition in itself. But, everyone from miles around especially looks forward to June, when they can come together to take part in the “tasty” festivity of eating the catch! This year, the Buford Fish Fry will take place on Saturday June 11 from 4 to 6 p.m., with the members of the association proudly serving the delicious white fish with all the trimmings at the legendary Buford Schoolhouse on County Rd 17. Donations for meal: Ages 12—Adult $10; Seniors 65 and over—$8; Ages 6—11 $5; Ages 5 & Under—Free. For tickets and more information, contact Dee Weiss at Fawn Creek Gallery: 878-0955. As always, the proceeds from the event will be used for continued improvement and maintenance for this treasured rural school.

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2016 Meeker Cattledog Trials will be world’s largest Special to the Summer RecreationGuide

or 30 years, Meeker has opened its doors to the world for a week each September for the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials. Following in those footsteps, with high hopes that it will match the draw of the sheepdog trials, the Meeker Classic announces its plans to host the 2016 National Cattledog Association Finals. Slated for June 15-19, this event will showcase 140 of North America’s top cattledogs in the world’s largest cattledog trial. The finals feature the top qualifiers competing in five different classes running on two fields over five days. Event organizers hope this will be the

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beginning of another time-honored tradition for Rio Blanco County. Meeker’s rich heritage of dog trials led the National Cattledog Association (NCA) to approach the Meeker Classic about hosting a cattledog trial. A successful one-day Cattledog Trial in June 2015 prompted both parties to look to the future.

NCA members and cattledog handlers were impressed by the community’s hospitality and ability to pull together and run a trial. Meeker is recognized worldwide for its reputation for putting on dog trials and will be a draw as this new event is initiated. A Cattledog Trial committee has been formed within the larger organization of the Meeker Classic. Organizing

committee members Leah Bohlander, Jessica Browning, Bruce Clatterbaugh, Regas Halandras, Justin Hanson, Michelle Morgan, Cynda Norrell, Crystal Roberts, Janelle Urista, Kelcee and Ryan Vroman and Maym Cunningham are excited about the possibilities and what the NCA Finals will bring to the community. Still working to nail down extracurricular activities for the week and wanting to build off of the strengths of the sheepdog trials while creating a unique event, committee members envision this event bringing visitors and commerce to the area. The event will be featured as the world’s largest cattledog

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weaving and saddle making while kids can throw pottery or visit the Future Farmers of America petting farm. Celtic musicians and story tellers, flyball and agility demonstrations and border-collie training clinicians offer up educational opportunities for all interests and ages. Evening entertainment can be found at the outdoor concert with cowboy entertainers Gary McMahan and Dave Munsick or viewing the free screening of the award winning film, “UnBranded.” Complimenting a week full of dogs, sheep, food, artisans and all things fun will be the annual Meeker Classic International

even hundred and fifty sheep will be separated from their summer home and flock in the high country above Vail and head to Meeker, Colo. in September. These Merino cross yearlings are known in the dog trialing world as tough and independent sheep that challenge even the best dog and handler teams as they work together to maneuver the sheep over a 550-yard course in a calm, controlled manner. Sept. 7-11 are the dates in 2016 for the 30th Annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials. The fiveday competition features 140 Border Collies from the US, Canada, Brazil and South Africa as they match up against the famous Meeker sheep for one of the world’s toughest sheepdog competitions. For 30 years, the town of Meeker has opened its doors each September to the world as sheepdog enthusiasts gather to Piper Anne Worcester Photo celebrate the challenge known as the Meeker Classic. This premier sheep- Art Contest and Culinary Taste of Lamb dog competition draws on the area’s ranch- Cook-off. Hosted Thursday evening Sept. ing/cultural heritage and creates a commu- 8 at the Wilber Barn on the trial site, the nity event that provides a venue for educaevening is a favorite of locals and visitors tion, information and communication. showcasing Colorado lamb and the finest Demonstrations, an art show, crafts and original sheepdog art to be found. a vending fair provide food and homemade Michael Martin Murphey will finish the wares for everyone. One can learn about evening with an outdoor concert at the trial Dutch oven cooking, spinning, Navajo site.

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Celebrated for showcasing the elite Border Collies and handlers of the world, Meeker knows these folks and their black and white companions as friends and family that they look forward to seeing each year. Visitors to Meeker become part of the family that shares the journey to compete on the field, grow, train and develop the skills to meet the challenge of the course and the sheep – they celebrate the successes, share the disappointments and, in the end, enjoy the time together. See you in Meeker from Sept. 7-11. You won’t be disappointed! For more information, visit meekersheepdog.com or call 970-878-0111.

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CATTLEDOGS Cont. from page 16 trial. To qualify for the NCA Finals, competitors must earn points from more than 75 sanctioned trials held across North America during the year leading up to this competition. Two fields at Ute Park will feature the top 140 qualifiers as they compete in five classes: Open, Intermediate and Nursery in addition to Open and Intermediate Horseback. Differing from sheepdog trials, the handlers do have the option of entering on foot or horseback. Each dog and handler will have the opportunity to make two qualifying runs before the top scorers advance to the finals in each class. The best help on a ranch is often a well-trained dog that gathers cattle and assists in

working them in a large pasture or in the corral. Each course will feature different obstacles all designed to duplicate typical situations on the ranch. The varied and unique obstacles separate the cattledog trials from sheepdog trials while both require well-trained dogs that work livestock in an efficient, low-stress manner. Each class will have a different course to run. In the preliminary runs, competing teams will be working three head of cattle, set several hundred yards away from where the handler and dog must begin. The dog is sent out to gather the stock and bring them back across the handler line. From there, the dog must direct the stock through a series of panels or obstacles laid out in a specific order. Each set of obstacles must be entered in a specific direction. The course is timed and each category has a time limit.

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During certain portions of the course, the handler must stay behind the handler line, directing the dog to move the stock from there. In other sections, the handler may move around the course to assist the dog in putting the stock through an obstacle. The handler is not allowed to enter or reach into an obstacle to assist the dog. The stakes increase for the final round in each class by adding additional groups of cattle that the dog must gather. As plans go forward, the Cattledog Committee welcomes input, suggestions and volunteers from the community. This is an event designed to draw on the local ranching heritage and the rich tradition of dog trials in the community. Bringing dog enthusiasts, industry interests, vendors, competitors and visitors together for five days will yield positive and lasting economic results for the area.

Committee members have begun the arduous task of planning and executing the event—drafting vending applications, initiating fundraising efforts and creating a website, which are just a few of the endeavors in the works. Roughly 200 head of yearlings will be needed for the five days. The Committee makes it a priority to advocate the efficient low-stress and humane handling of cattle by promoting the use and demonstrating the value of well-trained cattledogs. The Meeker Classic dog trials intertwine dogs, stock, heritage and trade into a week-long showcase of volunteerism, sportsmanship and friendship and is an opportunity to become part of something great for Meeker! For more information, please call 970-878-0111 or go to info@meekercattledog.com

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Meeker is the gateway to the heart of the Flat Tops Wilderness Area and the head of the White River offering a plethora of year round outdoor activities. Our Town is steeped in the history of the American West with Indian battles and the rangeland issues of the early Cowboys and Sheepmen. Enjoy Meekerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown boutiques, art shops and Museums and catch an outdoor summer concert. The Flat Tops Scenic Byway, connecting the towns of Meeker and Yampa, is an ideal location to view pristine scenery and wildlife. The Wagon Wheel OHV Trail system offers 250 miles of trails through the White River National Forest. The Phillip and Dorcas Jensen Memorial Park adjacent to town offers 57 acres of rugged open space with groomed hiking and mountain biking trails for all skill levels and includes a mountain bike flow course.

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This park offers moderate to very challenging trails on BLM land. It is jointly managed by the BLM and the Rangely Rock crawlers club. The blue and green trails are for the moderate drivers. The yellow trails are for the experienced drivers, in specially modified rigs.

DO NOT ATTEMPT THE YELLOW TRAILS IN A STANDARD SUV. Significant body damage to your vehicle may occur. Winch points are located on yellow trails for your convenience. DO NOT ATTACH A WINCH LINE TO ANY TREE. Stay in designated areas except the play areas. DO NOT GO OUT OF BOUNDS. DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE ANY VEGETATION. PACK IT IN PACK IT OUT. NO GLASS CONTAINERS. TRAVEL AT OWN RISK.

RECOMMENDED 4X4 EQUIPMENT: Roll Over Protection — First Aid Kit — Fire Extinguisher Oil Absorbent & Bucket For Yellow Trails (in addition to above) 37” TIRES • LOCKING DIFFERENTIALS R.R.C. and the BLM have spent many years and a lot of hard work on these trails. Please follow the rules and preserve your privilege of using them. All or part of this operation is conducted on Public Lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.

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Lo cal O HV R eg ul at io ns Meeker, Rangely and Rio Blanco County are proud to be “OHV Friendly Communities.” Local government officials have adopted regulations permitting the operation of off-highway vehicles within the town limits, not including state highways, and on designated county roads. Within Meeker Town limits snowmobiles are not included in these regulations. Operators must obey all speed limits, exercise safe driving practices, and are subject to the Model Traffic Code regulations and applicable laws of the State of Colorado. Within the County, OHV operators are required to maintain at least the minimum liability insurance coverage of $25,000.00 per person, $50,000.00 per accident, and $15,000.00 property damage. Within Meeker Town limits, the OHV maximum speed limit is 25 miles per hour unless a sign designates a lesser speed limit. Within the Rangely Town limits, the OHV maximum speed limit is 10 miles per hour. On designated County roads, OHV riders must not exceed speeds of 35 miles per hour, or the posted speed limit, whichever is less. Within Meeker Town limits operators must be in possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license or a valid driver’s license from another state. Within Rangely Town limits any person operating an OHV must be at least 11 years of age or be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. Within the County, riders 16 years or older must have a valid driver’s license, and riders over the age of 10 must be operating under the supervision of a person with a valid driver’s license. Riders under the age of 10 shall not operate an OHV. Within Meeker Town limits, OHVs are allowed on all roads and alleys, with the exception of State Highway 13 (Market Street). Riders crossing State Highway 13 (Market Street) shall do so at an angle of approximately ninety (90) degrees to the direction of the highway, and at a place where no obstruction prevents a quick and safe crossing. Within Rangely Town limits all Town streets, roads, and alleys, except any street or road which is part of the State Highway system are designated as off-highway vehicle routes. Within Meeker Town limits, no person shall operate an OHV while carrying another person or riding in any position that may interfere with the operation or control of the OHV or the view of the operator. All off-highway vehicles must be equipped with and have in use; • at least one headlamp, • at least one red tail lamp, • functioning braking system, • spark arrester, • muffler

• current Colorado Parks and Wildlife registration decal which can be obtained at www.parks.state.co.us With Rangely Town limits, OHV operators must take as direct a route as possible to a BLM area, educational activity, or employment. Educational activities or work activities must be approved by the Chief of Police and if in question will be verified. Within Rangely Town limits no OHV shall be operated between the hours of sunset and sunrise.

Note: This is not a complete record of the government regulations and differences may exist which could result in your non-compliance. Please contact the Meeker Chamber of Commerce at 710 Market St., online at meekerchamber.com or by calling (970) 878-5510 for a complete copy of the regulations.

TRAIL DIFFICULTY LEVELS

“Green” ATV/OHV Trail (beginner): A graveled or surfaced road with good sight distance. “Blue” ATV/OHV Trail (intermediate): A two track road or trail with natural surfaces, moderate turns with limited sight distance, moderately steep sections with drop-offs, ruts, dust, and frequent changes in the riding surface. “Black” ATV/OHV Trail (expert): A trail or very primitive two track road including steep, rough, and narrow segments, often with switchbacks. Trail conditions can change rapidly during and immediately after spring runoff and heavy thunderstorms. Private Land: It is unlawful to gain access to public land by trespassing on private property. Never assume access, always seek permission! Note: The ratings for this trail system are based on subjective comparison of trails within this system only. Newcomers are encouraged to begin their riding experience on the Wagon Wheel OHV Trail System with a “beginner” trail. This will establish a base for moving on to an “intermediate” or “expert” trail segment. Riders assume all risk associated with skill level, trail difficulty and conditions. The Town of Meeker, Rio Blanco County and Wagon Wheel OHV Club are not responsible for the accuracy of trail designation and classification.

RIDE RESPONSIBLY • Never go alone, make a plan and let others know where you will be and when to expect you back. • Use official agency maps and observe all signs. • Ensure you have enough fuel to make your trip and for emergency. • Be prepared in case of injury, in-

clement weather, breakdowns, losing your way, and other disasters which can occur. • Pull off the road at trail heads and do not block access to the trail while staging. • Air down your tires to a safe PSI, allowing for better traction and a smoother ride. Don’t forget to air back up when you return to main roads. • Pull over to the side of the trail to let faster vehicles pass. • Share the road and yield to non-motorized trail users. • Help those in need of assistance. • Keep right to pass vehicles moving in the opposite direction. • Engine noise can easily spook horses. Stop well ahead of equestrians, turn off your engine, remove your helmet and proceed only after they wave you by. • Use hand signals to let others know how many vehicles are behind you. A closed fist means the final rider has passed. • Leave the trail cleaner than you found it, it only takes a second to stop and pick up trash. • Aim your tire at rocks and obstacles, and drive over them if possible. Do not widen the trail. • Do not use shortcuts. Switchbacks are designed to maintain the stability of the trail, cutting them destroys their integrity. • Ride single file on narrow trails. • When you encounter water, go straight through while maintaining a steady speed, unless the water is too deep. • Do not let yourself get stuck or carried away. • Drive slowly, wildlife and other motorists share these trails. • Use a spotter when necessary. Ensure that the spotter stands out of the way of the vehicle, and is out of the path in case of rollover. • Make sure other riders are clear and away from the vehicle when encountering a difficult obstacle. • Do not drive around unnecessarily in campsites and at trailheads; be courteous to those wanting to enjoy the peace of nature. • While hunting from an OHV, rifles and bows carried must be completely unloaded and fully enclosed in a case. Do not use your OHV as a rifle rest. Shooting from a vehicle or across a road is prohibited. • Motorized cross-country travel to retrieve game is not permitted in most areas. Pack your game out to your OHV. • Give wildlife and livestock their space. Do not harass them. • Travel and camp on durable surfaces • Dispose of waste properly • Minimize campfire impacts

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Summer Calendar 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ RANGELY June 4-5 Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District Fishing Derby ~ Rangely Enjoy free camping and boating at Kenney Reservoir during Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free fishing weekend June 4-5. Barbecue. More than $2,500 in cash and prizes. Free registration and entry. Visit rangelychamber.com for rules and registration forms. July 1-4 4th of July ~ Rangely Annual Color Run 5k, Rib Cook Off, Inflatables, Local Music Showcase (3p.m. free), dinner at Elks Park and free concert, night golf at Cedar Ridges Golf Course July 1 (Contact Chris Hejl at 6758403), Fireworks at Kenney Reservoir on July 4. (If rained out fireworks will proceed on July 5.) Sept. 2-5 Septemberfest ~ Rangely Annual community parade, rodeo and a host of end-of-summer events, including a community barbecue, bike rally, ice cream contest, car show, live entertainment, and arts and crafts. Visit westernrioblanco.org or call 970-675-8211 for more information.

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Rangely’s ‘sonic wonder’ opens in June By Friends of the TANK Special to the Summer Recreation Guide

elcome to a sonic wonder of the world. After two Kickstarter campaigns and three years of work by a growing group of national and local volunteers, The TANK is ready to open its doors in Rangely as an International Center for Sonic Arts. The historic Rio Grande Railroad water tank, standing empty on a shale hillside just outside Rangely for years, has been transformed. It now has a road, parking lot, electric power, lights, ventilation, a shipping container/control room and a full size door to welcome you into one of the world’s most beautiful sounding spaces. The TANK’s marvelous acoustics, with reverberations five times the duration of those in St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, have not been altered. Your voice can hang in the air for up to 40 seconds. It is quite an experience.

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ccording to some, Rangely is one of those places where you have to create your own fun, which is what folks had in mind when they came up with Septemberfest. This annual Labor Day celebration has a long history of providing family fun. Don’t miss our Annual Craft Fair in the Park on Monday, September 5. The Rangely Recreation Center, its business members and lots of volunteers pull off this event each year, and we look forward to seeing you this year! Sept. 25, 2016. The 7th Annual Rock ‘N Bull will be held on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016 at the Fairgrounds beginning at 7:00 p.m. Cost is: $20 VIP $10 for Adults $5 for Kids. 3 years and younger are Free. Rangely Museum will hold the Annual Ice Cream Social on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016 from 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Schedule of Events

Friday, September 2, 2016 Event TBA (sponsored by NAPA) .........................5:00 p.m. to finish .................RJSHS Auditorium

Saturday, September 3, 2016 Fantasy Canyon ................................................8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m ..............Elks Park Fast, Flat and FREE 5K.......................................8:00 a.m. to finish ..................Elks Park Blue Mountain Half Marathon ...........................7:30 a.m. start time.................Blue Mtn. Highway Bulls n Bogeys Golf Tournament.......................9:00 a.m. to finish ...................Fairgrounds/Golf Course Bike Rally ...........................................................9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ...........Elks Park Parking lot Meet the Tank ....................................................9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. ................The Tank Day in the Park ..................................................1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. .............Elks Park Bench Press Contest .........................................2:00 p.m. to finish ...................Elks Park Pavilion Chili Cook Off Contest .......................................4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. .............Elks Park 7th Annual Rock ‘N Bull ....................................7:00 p.m. to finish ...................Fairgrounds Sunday, September 4, 2016 Ice Cream Social................................................1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. .............Rangely Museum Muddy Dip ‘N Dash ............................................5:30 p.m. to finish ...................Old Parkview Site Mud Tug O’ War..................................................7:30 p.m. to finish ...................Old Parkview Site Sunday Evening Worship...................................6:00 p.m. to finish ...................Elks Park Pavilion Meet the Tank ....................................................7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. .............The Tank Monday, September 5, 2016 Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast ...........................6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. .............Rangely Fire Station Star Spangled Parade........................................9:00a.m. to 10:00 a.m..............Main Street Craft Fair in the Park .........................................10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ...........Elks Park Car Show in the Park ........................................10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ...........Elks Park Barbecue in the Park.........................................1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. .............Elks Park Duck Race Sponsored by STUCO ......................5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. .............Green River Bridge FREE CONCERT ...................................................6:30 p.m. to DONE....................Elks Park Softball Field

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The reason Friends of the TANK was formed four years ago was to preserve and share this experience with all who are curious—musicians, non-musicians, artists, school children and sonic tourists. In this one-of-a-kind acoustical gem, The TANK Center for Sonic Arts, music will be recorded, artists from around the world will come for residencies to make sound-art and music, acousticians will do research, concerts and festivals will take place, school children will learn about listening, sound and acoustics, and area college students will study the art of recording and producing. The TANK will draw people from around the world and send them back out to explore the boundless landscapes of Northwestern Colorado. This first season will start with a simple offering—“Open Saturdays”—at The TANK. On June 25, The TANK will have open doors from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Then, each Saturday from July 2 through October, The TANK will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring an instrument, bring your voice, play our TANK instruments or just bring your ears. Explore the marvelous acoustics and experience sound as you have never heard it before. Enjoy the history of the steam-era Rio Grande water tank and its reincarnation as a destination and adventure center for your ears. Entry is free, but donations are gladly accepted. No reservations are required. The TANK is located at 233 County Road 46, Rangely, Colo., 80308. Visit our website for details. tanksounds.org.

Automotive museum opens in Rangely By JENNIFER HILL Special to the Summer Recreation Guide

n a parking lot on the corner of Main Street and Stanolind sits one of the great wonders of the world, or at least of Northwestern Colorado: a mini Stonehenge. While this tribute to one of the actual Eight Wonders of the World may be just a striking replica, the classic cars found in the building behind the sculpture are sure to impress even the most avid of classic car enthusiasts. More than two years in the making, The Rangely Automotive Museum has finally opened its doors to the public. Bud Striegel, the owner of the museum, keeps an average of 35 cars on the show floor, rotating them in and out with others in his collection, and he has a story to tell about each vehicle. The museum holds regular hours on Thursdays from 1 to 5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. There is no cost for admittance, however donations will be welcomed. Striegel began collecting cars at the age of 12. Living in Rangely at the time, he said, “Cars were cheap around here during the boom. As kids, we would wander the roads picking up empty pop bottles to sell to the local bar. Once we had $2 or so, we could buy a car. When it broke down, we just left it where it was and started picking up more bottles. If a tire went flat, you rolled it behind a bush, earned yourself $.25 and got a new one. It was a good time to be a kid.” It was around this time that

the mechanically gifted Striegel began to play with fixing the cars up. Fourteen-year-old Striegel, who found himself inspired by the increasingly popular rock and roll music of Elvis and fast V8 cars, quickly discovered that wool Army blankets were a cheap substitute for upholstery and that a car could be painted with the equipment normally used to spray DDT. Decades later, he still loves the restoration process and is enormously proud of his collection. “I don’t have a favorite,” he said. “There’s something I like about every one of them.” Striegel is hopeful that the museum will be a booster for the town and become a desti-

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MUSEUM Cont. from page 27 nation for tourists, with the longterm goal of being the “neatest thing on this part of the Western Slope,” he said. In addition to the stunning cars, the building itself incorporates local history and is a sight to behold in its own right. The door handles on the entrance were taken from the old Rangely High School when it was demolished decades ago. From the white marble floors shined to perfection to the ornate oversized doors, the building far surpasses anything else found in town. Adorning the parking lot is a Stonehenge replica, which Striegel hopes will help draw people toward the museum. “I collect rocks too,” said Striegel, who had the rocks for the replica brought in from Fort Collins for that purpose after determining that the local sand-

stone was far too soft. “I’ve dug them, dynamited them and worked with rocks my whole life. Now I can decorate with them.” For Striegel, who appears to be a bit of a perfectionist, the museum will likely never be complete. As he walks through the cars and looks about the lobby, he can’t help but point out the things he views as incomplete and the many ideas he has to improve upon them. “I can’t get the landscaping just right,” he said, “I need to add more, but I don’t know what yet. It really needs to pull people in.” Between the many classic cars, motorcycles and overall grandness of the property, the museum is definitely a sight worth seeing, whether you are a classic car expert or novice The Rangely Automotive Museum is truly a great way to spend a few hours where the cars themselves are almost as good as the stories behind them.

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Summer Calendar 2016 • CRAIG May 27-30 Grand Olde West Days ~ Craig Grand Olde West Days events take place throughout the Memorial Day weekend and at many locations throughout Moffat County. Four days filled with family fun. This annual festival has a carnival and many vendors from around the country as part of the weekend. Other GOWD traditions include the annual dance, a parade through downtown, car show and donwtown street festival. Concert featuring Chad Prather Saturday. Visit grandoldewestdays.com for ticket information and a complete schedule June 15-18 Whittle the Wood Rendezvous ~ Craig A four day event where wood carvers from across the nation converge on Loudy Simpson

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that stretched from Hole-InThe-Wall Pass in north-central Wyoming through Browns Park to Robber’s Roost in southeastern Utah. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and their wild bunch, Matt Warner, Isom Dart and “Queen of the Rustlers” Ann Bassett all frequented the ranch.

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Members of “The Wild Bunch” are known to have used Browns Park in Northwest Colorado as a hideout.

John Jarvie settled on the Green River in the northeast corner of Utah in 1880. Jarvie first built a two-room dugout and then expanded the ranch into a business that eventually included a general store, trading post, river ferry, post office and cemetery, as well as a 16foot water wheel and stone house. His business was frequented by neighbors, travelers, traders and perhaps most exciting of all, outlaws. Jarvie’s dugout was one of the hideouts on the outlaw trail

Today, the public can visit the stomping grounds of Jarvie and his outlaw friends. The dugout and buildings have all been restored or rebuilt. The general store is a replica of the original and is full of artifacts from the time. The stone house now functions as a museum. Self-guided or ranger-led tours are available and a variety of events are held at the ranch throughout the year. For more information, contact the Park Ranger at 435885-3307.

Summer Calendar 2016 • Steamboat springs Rocky Mountain Mustang clubs will convene in Steamboat Springs over Father's Day weekend. Spectators are welcome at the Meadows parking lot located at the corner of Mt. Werner Road and Pine Grove Road for Friday's autocross. Saturday's Show'n'Shine is a car lovers dream. Over 450 Ford Mustangs will be on display up and down Lincoln Avenue for your viewing pleasure. For more information, visit rockymountainmustangroundup.org.

June 3-6 Yampa River Festival ~ Steamboat Springs Brought to you by the Friends of the Yampa advocacy group, this festival features a variety of water races and contests. Registration begins Friday with races all day Saturday, followed by an awards party. Call 970-879-6249 or visit friendsoftheyampa.com for specifics. June 5 Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K ~ Steamboat Springs Run alongside the roaring Elk River through the emerald green pastures on County Road 129 with the snow-capped Rocky Mountains of Colorado all around and find out why the Steamboat Marathon was ranked as one of the "Top 10 Destination Marathons in North America". For more information,

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Aug. 10-14 Steamboat Wine Festival ~ Steamboat Springs The annual Steamboat Wine Festival brings together master winemakers, culinary greats and distinguished guests. Experience more than 100 food artisans, wineries, breweries, distilleries, epicurean purveyors and locally-made products at this ultimate food and wine experience. The Festival benefits local charity Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports (STARS). For more information on ticketing and the full schedule, visit steamboatwinefestival. com or email info@tppevents.com. Aug. 13-16 Routt County Fair ~ Hayden Since 1914, the Routt County Fair offers a fun-filled family oriented event enjoyable for both rural and urban audiences. View the full schedule at routtcountyfair.org/fair-schedule.

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Hummingbirds are here again! By CAITLIN WALKER Special to the Summer Recreation Guide

othing heralds the arrival of summer like the zip of a hummingbird past your window, and northwest Colorado abounds with the tiny creatures as they make their annual migratory trip through the region. In the early mornings and evenings hummingbird feeders will be swarmed. Eleven different species of hummingbirds are known to frequent Colorado. To draw these mini speed demons in to feed, forego the store-bought nectar and make your own at home. It is cost-effective and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t contain any artificial dyes or preservatives. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with four cups of water. Bring to a boil. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from heat and let cool before filling your feeders. Extra sugar water can be stored in the refrigerator. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to clean the feeders occasionally with a quarter-cup of bleach in a gallon of water. Be sure to rinse well. Happy hummingbird watching!

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Summer Calendar 2016 • REGIONAL EVENTS June 3-4 Mike the Headless Chicken Festival ~ Fruita A weekend dedicated to a headless chicken, you say? Now in its 18th year, this event celebrates the spirit of a fowl that narrowly escaped the dinner table back in 1945. Despite literally getting the ax, most of his brain stem was retained and, with the help of getting water and grain via eyedropper, Mike continued on with his life for another 18 months. During the first weekend of June, activities like a disc golf tournament, rooster-calling contest and poultry show keep his story alive. June 10-12 Palisade Bluegrass & Roots

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pull, rodeo, bull riding, stunt show, and everything else you'd expect to find at a county fair - there is something for every member of the family. For specifics call 970-2561528 or visit mesacountyfair.com. Aug. 19-20 Palisade Peach Festival ~ Palisade The Palisade Peach Festival celebrates the world-famous Palisade peach harvest with an abundance of peach-infused foods, carnival rides, cooking demos and a peach-eating contest. In addition, there's a pancake breakfast, a parade, and an ice cream social and street dance. Visit palisadepeachfest.com for more information.

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970.675.8403 NNN

9-Hole Course • Par 36 • Full Bar Putting Green • Driving Range Pro Shop • Snack Bar

MEEKER

GOLF

9-Hole Course • Rental Clubs Driving Range • Pro Shop Open 7 Days A Week Open to the Public • 8am-8pm 903 RB County Rd. 13 • Meeker

970.878.5642 NNN

JB Golf

BAR & GRILL

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Full Bar/Snack Bar | Patio Seating Coolers Available | Private Parties Open Seven Days a Week

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

Summit Employees . . . . . . . . . . . June 4 Elks Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 11 RBC Cup (Meeker) . . . . . . . . June 25-26 Night Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 1

Ladies Deerfly . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 4 WREA Tournament . . . . . . . . . June 17 Two-Man Best Ball . . . . . . June 18-19 RBC Cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 25-26

Couples Classic . . . . . . . . . . August 6-7

Cowboy Classic. . . . . . . . . . August 20

27-Hole Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . July 16 Rangely Open Stroke Play . . . . . July 23 27-Hole 2-Man . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 30 Dotson Memorial Scramble. . . . . Sept. 3 CNCC Baseball Scramble . . . . . Sept. 24

The 9-hole Cedar Ridges Golf Course in Rangely, CO, is one of western Colorado’s best kept secrets. Always in great shape, and always a challenge, this par 36 course features 5 sets of tees and plays 3,433 yards from the tips. Cedar Ridges opened in 1985 and just keeps getting better with time. Chris Hejl ~ General Manager

Lischke Memorial . . . . . . . July 16-17 Meeker Junior . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 26 Meeker Couples. . . . . . . August 13-14

Club Champs . . . . . . . . . August 27-28 O.F.I.C. Seniors . . . . . . . . . Sept. 10-11 The 9-hole course at the Meeker Golf Course facility in Meeker, CO, features 2,744 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 68. The course rating is 33.4 and it has a slope rating of 111. Meeker Golf Course opened in 1971. Bud & Becky Ridings ~ General Managers