ANALYZE

A few animal stories remind us of Greenwood’s vital service

By Mysti Tatro Redstone Review

LYONS – Every being that comes to Greenwood, large or small, leaves an impression on the hearts of all those involved, from the person who finds an animal in need to the rehabilitator. Greenwood’s service relies not only on the expertise of animal care staff but also on compassionate rescuers and generous supporters. While every case that comes through us is special, we want to highlight a couple from this summer’s busy season.

Orphaned Wood Ducks

A mother and son discovered two orphaned wood ducks wandering around their front yard. They waited for hours for the mother to return, but she never appeared. The family scoured the internet for a suitable place that raises hungry ducklings and eventually discovered Greenwood. After delivering the babies in a cardboard box, they told us, “It seems like they (the ducks) need a lot of attention and a lot of food, and we wouldn’t have known what to do with them. Finding them was so exciting for us. We really wanted to take care of them but would be devastated if they died on our watch. We made sure they went to a good place and would end up back in the environment where they belong.”

After a couple months of growth and enrichment at Greenwood, the juvenile waterfowl were released back into their appropriate habitat, fulfilling the wishes of their rescuers and ensuring another clutch of ducks returned to the wild.

Injured Magpie

Several months ago, a Denver artist was rushing into his new studio when a magpie approached him in the parking lot. The bird continued to follow him through the parking lot, showcasing its need for a friendly hand. He brought the bird to Greenwood only to discover it had a terrible skull fracture and would not survive. After the experience, he endearingly named his art studio “Magpie Studios” in remembrance of the animal. He has since painted several murals in the Denver area honoring the magpie. Months later, another magpie arrived at his doorstep in need. He once again brought the injured creature to Greenwood for assistance. Unfortunately the magpie died the next day, despite treatment. He told Greenwood, “I know that any animal that is brought here is going to get the absolute best fighting chance that they can get. You can sleep well knowing that that animal was given all the possible care and access to technology and good outcomes that it deserves.” Both of these stories exemplify the very reason that Greenwood is a vital community resource. We strive to rehabilitate orphaned and injured wildlife but, beyond that, we are here to help our fellow animal lovers in their efforts to aid animals in need. We want to continue pursuing our mission, which is why we need your support at virtual Wild Night for Wildlife on Friday, September 24.

Wild Night for Wildlife is Greenwood’s biggest fundraiser, and this year it will be held online from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. When you register at greenwoodwildnight.com, you’ll receive a link with de-

tails for the show prior to the event. Every penny raised will benefit the wild animals that come through our doors. Please join us as we broadcast live from the Jewish Community Center stage. Again as emcee is Gary Shapiro of 9News along with entertaining auctioneer Don Martin. We’ll play Trivia with a chance to win hundreds of dollars in Amazon gift cards. You can bid on live auction packTatro ages including a golf vacation in Tucson, tour of Stephen Tebo’s ultra-rare vehicle collection, a weekend sailing trip in San Diego, getaways in Delray Beach FL and Dillon CO, and much more. In addition, we’ll have an online auction open for a week with art, entertainment, assorted baskets, gift cards, and a variety of other great items for you and for holiday gift giving –more than 160 to choose from. There is no cost to attend the virtual event or participate in the online auction. For more information, visit greenwoodwildnight.com or email amanda@greenwoodwildlife.org.

Mysti Tatro is the Communications and Marketing Coordinator at Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. For information, call 303-823-8455 or www.greenwoodwildlife.org.

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Continued from Page 4 Recreation Happenings

LYONS – Square State Skate’s Afterschool Club and Third Saturday classes are open for sign-ups. Come learn how to shred with the pros.

Lyons Holiday Artisan Market is returning this holiday season. We are hopeful to be back in the Lyons Elementary School gym on December 4 and 5, the same weekend as the Parade of Lights. Artisans be sure to sign up for a booth space as soon as possible. Details and a link to registration for all programs can be found here: www.townoflyons.com/Recreation. A word from the Lyons Main St. Manager

LYONS – The Lyons Regional Cross Country meets are starting next month (September 17 and 18, October 21 and 23). The town is working on putting together some information on where to stay, shop, and eat in Lyons. This information will be forwarded to the event organizers ahead of time and passed out to event attendees. We expect between 800 and 1200 runners per race.

We are only two months away from Spooktacular. At this time, we are planning on going forward with our normal Spooktacular parade as it will be outdoors. We are watching public health orders.

As of now, the Parade of Lights and Holiday Artisan Market are scheduled December 4 and 5. The Artisan Market will be in the Lyons Elementary School gym the same weekend as the Parade of Lights. We will be following the school district’s Covid-19 regulations which includes masks for everyone inside the building. The school district is following Boulder County guidelines, which can change at any time.

We want your happenings, Send us events or happenings with your business so we can promote on our social media sites and the Chamber of Commerce website.

Colorado sales tax revenues on marijuana

LYONS – Since 2012, when voters in Colorado passed Amendment 64 and legalized the first adult-use, recreational marijuana market in the U.S., the state has surpassed $10 billion in total sales. This not only represents a massive success and proof-of-concept for the future of the American cannabis industry, it also accounts for billions in tax revenues for the state of Colorado.

The Marijuana Tax Reports show state tax and fee revenue

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