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“I didn’t know what to expect, but on opening weekend a year ago, the love, the energy and the excitement showed just how important State Bridge is in the community, and even the state,” Giles says. “We saw a revitalization of the area. It was like coming home.” Although the blaze was a devastating blow – an on-site manager barely escaped and the fire was later ruled arson – a group of locals took it as an opportunity to renovate the Bridge concert venue outside of Bond, just a half hour north- aging concert grounds, led by new owner Douglas Moog east of Eagle on the Colorado and partner Scotty StoughRiver. As described by Darcy ton, the venue’s longtime Giles, they’re “old souls, but promoter and a co-founder young at heart.” of the Snowball Music Friday, May 18 “It’s people who enjoy the Festival. Chad Staehly, a 8 p.m. – Whitewater Ramble with Bill outdoors,” says Giles, a selffounding member of the McKay and special guests described “jack of all trades” Nederland-based AmeriSaturday, May 19 on the State Bridge manacana quintet Great American 6 p.m. – Whiskey Tango with special gerial team. “They want to Taxi, fondly remembers the guests enjoy the music, dance and old State Bridge site. Sunday, May 20 have the freedom to kind of “We do miss the old 11 a.m. – Bluegrass and Bloody’s be one with nature.” lodge building and the way 3 p.m. – Hardscrabble Thanks to pristine weathit used to be, but Doug and 6 p.m. – Great American Taxi er, the venue has been open Scotty really created a phoe10 p.m. – Post-concert jam session with every weekend since early nix from the ashes,” says special guests May, but this Friday eveStaehly, who played openConcerts on May 18 and 19 are $8 advance ning marks the official start ing weekend last year and sale and $10 at door. Concert on May 20 is of the State Bridge concert returns for a headlining set $13 advance sale and $15 at door. Tickets season with three days of this Sunday. “State Bridge is can be purchased online at www.statelive shows. The musicians one of those unique spots in bridge.com. on hand are some of Colothe country. We play coast to rado’s finest Americana and coast, and there’s really nofolk artists – Whitewater Ramble, Whiskey Tango and Great where else like it.” American Taxi headline, along with a spattering of local faOne reason for State Bridge’s quick resurrection was its vorites such as Hardscrabble – and the young-at-heart will near-mythic reputation in the Colorado music community. follow en masse. It often earns comparisons to storied outdoor venues like For Giles and the rest of the “State Bridge family” – a Red Rocks Amphitheatre near Denver, although long-time term she uses to describe her co-workers and a core group of visitors favor State Bridge for the nearby yurts, cabins and regular concertgoers – this year is a milestone for the venue. traditional campsites. Last summer was the first time concerts were held on the “As fans and patrons of music, State Bridge is incredoutdoor stage since 2007, when a mid-summer fire left the ible,” says Patrick Sites, the mandolin player for Whitewater 117-year-old main lodge perilously damaged. [See STATE BRIDGE, page 5]

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Members of the Vail Mountain Rescue group are dropped off by a helicopter during a search mission in 2007. Vail Mountain Rescue Group photo

t used to be that when a call came in to Vail Mountain Rescue, the police chief would themselves by the group. go down to Donovan’s Copper Bar in Vail and see who was sober enough to join him. Smith loves the wilderness and enjoys the organizational aspect of the missions, but his According to Vail Mountain Rescue President Dan Smith, that system worked well reasons are also much more personal. for years through the 1980s, when the valley was small and the rescue group consisted “For me, 28 of my guys didn’t make it out of Vietnam, and this is something they would of a handful of all-round mountaineers. do,” he says. Today, the group – which aids local law enforcement in mountain incidents ranging from Jenika Doberstein, an assistant manager at the Edwards Fieldhouse, says she wanted to lost hikers on Holy Cross to rafters in trouble on the Eagle River – is much bigger and more find a way to use her degree in outdoor education. When she and her husband heard about diverse. A roll call of its 60-some volunteer members sounds the academy a few years ago, both jumped at the opportunity. like some kind of mountain super-hero lineup. The work isn’t always glamorous – it can involve hours There’s Mike Bradley, a professional climber who spends of fruitless hiking in search of a lost person, or an entire day The Vail Mountain Rescue Group will hold most summers scaling the Patagonia peaks. There’s Doug spent waiting at a trailhead. Not all missions end with the its annual academy for potential new memSchofield and Todd Goulding, the team’s swift-water rescue lost parties being found or coming out alive – Smith counts bers. The academy consists of two classexperts. There’s Mike Duffy, the snowmobile specialist. off the number of lost parties the team never found (three) room sessions and a hands-on skills class, Smith himself doesn’t go into the field as often anymore, and still considers them “open cases.” But team members with the first session on May 30 at 6 p.m. but brings his military experience to the table as incident say nothing is more thrilling than seeing that hard work pay at the group’s headquarters in the Edwards commander, running a tight ship during missions. Then there off by bringing people safely home. ambulance district facilities. For more info are the many members who may not have a singular speDoberstein says she still remembers her first mission, a see www.vailmountainrescue.org. cialty, but know their stuff when it comes to the backcountry search for a lost hiker on Vail Pass. and have been trained by the group to be thorough and me“I was the one who first heard the guy yelling – a man was thodical when an emergency arises. hiking and went off the trail and got caught off Vail Pass in a gully,” she says. “In that moThe nonprofit group does weekly training sessions and responds to anywhere from 50 to ment when I heard that, I was so excited.” 100 incidents each year, calling on whichever members are willing and available to respond, Vail resident Dan Wallace says one of his most memorable experiences was being part of Smith says. the search for eight lost skiers and snowboarders on the Minturn Mile. The group is looking for new additions to the team and will hold its annual academy “It was one of the most trying missions I’ve been on. It was during a snowstorm, and it beginning May 30. The academy consists of two classroom sessions and a hands-on skills was just really hard to find them,” Wallace says. “I remember when we saw the ski tracks training that allows potential members to check out the group. Those who complete the and it was a matter of how to get down to them. I had to repel off a cliff to get to one guy. I academy then go through several certifications to become an active group member. had such a sense of satisfaction once we got everyone up and everyone was OK.” Smith stresses that you don’t have to be a backcountry pro to help out – the group can teach you all the necessary skills. Discovering new passions “We have professional climbers, EMTs, ski patrollers and river guides, and they share Members say one of the biggest benefits of joining the team is the opportunity to learn their skills,” says Smith, although he admits there are certain prerequisites. “People who new skills. want to do this are a little bit crazy, anyway. You have to love the backcountry and be willEdwards lawyer Katie Van Schaack says she didn’t particularly have any specialized exing to give something back to the community. No one gets lost at noon on a sunny day – my perience when she first heard about the group several years ago. pager usually goes off at 3 a.m. Also, we work as a team, and professionally. We don’t want “I saw a flyer for the academy that said, ‘Strong hikers needed,’ and I thought, ‘I can do cowboys and heroes in this business.” that,’” she says. Since joining the group three years ago, she’s expanded her skills beyond hiking, thanks Why they do it to the group’s training program. Vail Mountain Rescue draws a variety of people for many different reasons. Some love “When you first join, it can be kind of intimidating. You pick up the equipment and think, the backcountry, others see that they have the skills and feel a sense of duty, others come ‘Wow, this is kind of heavy.’ But you can train and learn and become very adept at somefrom medical or emergency backgrounds, and some even joined after they were helped [See MOUNTAIN RESCUE, page 18]

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STATE BRIDGEâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ramble. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a beautiful place that embodies all the things we love about Colorado: the mountains, the river, the atmosphere.â&#x20AC;? Despite a relatively secluded location, the venue also attracts high-profile acts. Giles says members of the Grateful Dead have sat in with local bands over the years, and Colorado legend Bill McKay of Leftover Salmon will play keyboard for Whitewater Ramble on Friday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You really get to see a normal side of these world-renowned musicians,â&#x20AC;? Giles says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These guys sit at the same campfire and jam at night â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they just want to be around everyone. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incredible to see, but very relaxed.â&#x20AC;? Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reopening was stellar for music, Giles says, and organizers look to build on that foundation with more recreation options. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll offer on-site yoga classes, a concierge service and barbecue from local favorite Moeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Original BBQ. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve partnered with a number of nearby

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Lauren Magdaleno is looking for a fight. It’s Thursday evening at Inyodo Martial Arts studio in Eagle, and 16-year-old Lauren is furiously tussling on the mats against Angelo Fernandez – and quite often, getting the upper hand. It’s jiu-jitsu practice at Inyodo, and Fernandez is one of Lauren’s regular training partners – he has a good five inches on her and a few pounds as well, but the amazing thing is, they’re well matched. As the fighters grapple, wrestle and occasionally flip each other over with a dull thud, it’s apparent that the petite, pony-tailed sophomore from Eagle Valley High School is quite in her element. Then again, Brazilian jiu-jitsu – a form of martial arts that emphasizes getting an opponent to the ground in order to use wrestling-type techniques, joint locks and choke holds to force an opponent into submission – is all about using technique and positioning to give a smaller fighter an advantage over a bigger, stronger opponent. Lauren has been training in jiu-jitsu since she was 8 years old, usually fighting her father, who taught her the sport, and other men who train at the studio. There aren’t too many female peers for her to train with, and consequently most of her experience has been against much bigger and stronger opponents. All that training will be coming to a head for Lauren at the end of the month as she heads to Long Beach, Calif., to compete at the World Jiu-Jitsu Championships. She will compete in the featherweight girl’s division against the best in the world, and her goal is to win. Onto Worlds The aspiration isn’t farfetched, especially in light of Lauren’s recent win last month at the Pan-American champion-

Lauren Magadaleno, 16, stands in the Inyodo Martial Arts studio in Eagle, where she trains in jiu-jitsu. The Eagle Valley High School sophomore has had a breakout season and will compete at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championships at the end of the month with hopes of winning. Cody Downard photo.

ships, where she came out on top among her peers. The win is her most memorable, she says. During her rounds, only black-belts were allowed in the coaching area, meaning her father and coach, Isaac Magdaleno, had to stand with the audience while her opponent’s coaches were a few feet away. “It was kind of intimidating at first, with my opponents having their coaches there,” she says. “It’s nice to have someone there who can help you when you get stuck.” Still, Lauren showed she didn’t need a coach mat-side, beating her first opponent in a lightning-fast 51 seconds, and then finishing off her last opponent with the same move. “It’s the biggest tournament I’ve been in so far,” she says. “Having the Pan-Ams under your belt is a huge accomplishment. I was really proud to be there.” At the world championships, from May 31 to June 1, she’ll go up against girls from around the world, including Brazil and Japan, where the sport has its roots. Meanwhile, she’s been working hard toward that goal, training at the martial arts studio two nights a week, doing CrossFit workouts before school three times a week and competing in Denvertournaments in the women’s divisions on weekends. This has been a breakout year for Lauren. Besides her recent victories, she turned 16, allowing her to compete in the highest caliber of tournaments. That also means she’ll now be eligible to earn a blue belt. Eventually, she says she’d love to earn a black belt, one of the highest rankings in the sport and an accomplishment that takes most people 10 to 15 years. According to Bobby Hermosillo, the head Brazilian jiujitsu instructor at Inyodo, Lauren’s strength is in her technical ability, flexibility and speed. “Jiu-jitsu is designed so the smaller guy is able to have the upper hand on the bigger opponent,” Hermosillo says. “Lauren is the epitome of that.”

A family affair For the Magdalenos, jiu-jitsu is a bit of a family affair. Isaac Magadaleno, who practices the sport himself, coaches Lauren with the help of Hermosillo. Lauren’s younger siblings do jiu-jitsu and kickboxing as well, and her stepmother has a jiu-jitsu world title of her own. Lauren says her father, whom she calls her “coach and motivator,” got her started on the sport, but she was hooked on competition almost immediately. She admits that her sport is a bit unconventional, especially for a teenaged girl, but that’s part of what draws her to jiu-jitsu. “It was always something so different for me and I always enjoyed it. It’s very different from other martial arts. When I got competitive, I actually figured I have a talent for it – I love winning,” Lauren says matter-of-factly. “My friends are really stoked that I’m winning. They always say they want to come watch my next tournament. When I tell new people about it, they are very shocked at how this 5-foot-2 girl can probably whup up on them.” Aside from her martial arts accomplishments, Lauren says she’s also made school a priority. She’s a straight-A student, and also is one her school’s track and volleyball teams. At the Inyodo studio, Hermosillo works through a variety of techniques with Lauren, and she picks up his instruction quickly. He describes Lauren as a “guard fighter,” someone who fights well on their back. He has also given her a “top game,” he says, allowing her to fight well from on top. “She’s really talented – more than she realizes,” Hermosillo says. “She’ll get frustrated (in practice), but she doesn’t realize she’s up against guys who are 40 or 50 pounds heavier than she is. She’s really coming into her own.” SneakPEAK editor Melanie Wong can be reached at Melanie@sneakpeakvail.com

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Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your favorite teacher and why? Mr. Moser, because he always had as much fun as we did making trouble in the science lab. If you could relive one day from high school, what would it be? The day I foreran the Birds of Prey World Cup Downhill (course) in Beaver Creek. At your 10-year high school reunion, what do you hope to be doing? I hope Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m skiing Take it from a high school senior: After 12 years of classes and tests, graduation is worth a ton with a job in Jackson, Wyo. waiting for, even if it only marks the beginning of tougher things to come outside of the classroom. Paula Moltzan, Vail Ski and Snowboard â&#x20AC;&#x153;After my final class on the last day of school, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to do a victory dance and conAcademy (alpine ski) tinue to count down the days until graduation,â&#x20AC;? says Jasmine Garvin, an Eagle Valley High Competing with the U.S. Ski Team next year. School grad whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attending the University of Denver on an academic scholarship next fall. After your final class of high school, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the first â&#x20AC;&#x153;The most exciting part about leaving Eagle County would be that I get to experience the thing you want to do? Turn of my brain and go sit by city life. Leaving is definitely bittersweet and nerve-wracking, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m also looking forward the pool. to it greatly.â&#x20AC;? Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the most exciting part about leaving Eagle Between May 26 and June 2, roughly 367 seniors from five Eagle County high schools County? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m moving to Utah to go train at the Olymwill (hopefully) receive their hard-earned diplomas, marking an end to a major portion of pic training center, and I am excited to live with my their young lives. The moment will be bittersweet, but like Garvin, all are looking forward friends. to what the future brings. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your fondest memory from high school? Crammed between final exams and early-summer plans, a handful of standout graduates Missing school to go ski, like everyday spoke with SneakPEAK about what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll miss, what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re excited for and what they At your 10-year high school reunion, what do you learned â&#x20AC;&#x201C; inside of high school or out. hope to be doing? Winning the Olympics. Montana Nash, Battle Mountain High School Attending the University of Michiganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School of Nursing, with scholarships Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your favorite memory from high school? Dancing at the homecoming soccer game in a blizzard. What would be the theme song of your senior year? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Worry, Be Happy.â&#x20AC;? If money was no object, where would you travel to? Spain so I could use my Spanish! What was your biggest achievement in the past four years? Graduating as one of the top in my class while staying busy in extracurricular activities. Cristina Villegas, Red Canyon High School Attending Mesa State University. What are your plans for the summer? After high school, I plan to dedicate time to my son. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your fondest memory of high school? When I was helping at the RCHS infant nursery where my son stayed and we put together Christmas presents with every babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s picture. At your 10-year high school reunion, what do you hope to be doing? For our 10-year reunion, I hope to have a stable career in nursing.

Damian Montes, Eagle Valley High School Attending Colorado Mountain College for the basics, then pursuing a paramedic career. What special awards or scholarships have you received? The Alpine Bank Latino Scholarship, which I am very grateful for. It covers my tuition and books for two years. It wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have been possible to start college or even enroll if it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for CMC and all the Alpine Bank representatives. There is a special thanks to the chairman of Alpine Bank, J. Robert Young. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your fondest memory of high school? My most meaningful memory is the day I started high school. I still remember how I thought how I acted and how careless I was. In four years, everything about me changed for the better. My most precious memory was every second of when I was a high school student, because every single second I gained experience.

Meghann Gutierrez, Battle Mountain High School Attending Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your favorite memory from high school? Freshman year, there was a mean article posted in the school newspaper directed towards my quirky fashion sense, and the next day I wore the same outfit they were making fun of, only with a bag that said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fashion takes courage, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got guts.â&#x20AC;? It taught me at an early stage in high school to stay myself, regardless of what others think or say. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a valuable lesson, not only in high school, but also in life. What band are you most embarrassed for liking in the past four years? I had a Jonas Nick Braun, Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (alpine ski) Brothers phase â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m even more embarrassed to say that I had 67 posters of them in my tiny Taking a year off to ski race, then attending University of Colorado-Boulder with the room. A miracle they fit. goal of racing Division I with CU in 2013. What was your biggest achievement in the past four years? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have to say that acWhatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the most exciting part about leaving Eagle County? I am excited to get out of cepting Christ in my life after battling an intense depression. God was the one who gave me the small-town vibe and experience life in a city for a few years. the strength to carry on and to come back to school with a bang of new light and new life.

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Reece Ellsworth, Eagle Valley High School Attending Oklahoma State University in Stillwater to become a personal or athletic trainer, with the help of scholarships. Hopes to walk on to the baseball program at Oklahoma State. Who’s your favorite teacher and why? My favorite high school teacher was Ken Reagan because he was my baseball coach and my freshmen seminar teacher. What’s your fondest memory of high school? Going undefeated at home during my senior basketball season. Forrest Henzler, Red Canyon High School Taking a year off to work and save up money, then attending Quest University in Squamish, Canada, in 2013. What’s the most exciting part about leaving Eagle County? The change of scenery, people and culture. What artist have you listened to the most in high school? Probably Sublime.

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Who’s your favorite teacher? Mr. Dudley, my history teacher. He’s always there when I need him for unneeded sarcasm. Fondest memory of high school? Meeting all of the people I hang out with now and chilling with the people I knew before. Jasmine Garvin, Eagle Valley High School Attending University of Denver, with the Crimson and Gold scholarship If you could relive one day from high school, what would it be? If I could relive anything, it’d be playing sports. I’m going to miss playing, and

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Brandi Resa Campaign Lead for Eagle, Co – Keep It Real! We believe a citizen’s voice should matter. Instead of a smaller project following denial by voters in January 2010, the developer came back with 30 percent more retail (space) and more parking. Most citizens who oppose this project are not against development, particularly in east Eagle. But the size, national corporate nature and cost of this project simply do not embrace our unique small-town character. And the August Wittenberg “Anywhere, USA” aspect of it does nothing to showcase our SayNoMore! Promotions – Social Media recently branded name, “Classic Colorado,” and risks elimiManager for Eagle River Station. nating our marketing effectiveness that now has a dedicated Before my wife and I decided to work with RED (Develfunding source and staff. opment), we did our own research to make sure that we felt Since no model or drive-by simulation was provided by comfortable aligning ourselves with their firm. From talking

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For nearly three years, plans for a new development on the east end of Eagle have been the big question mark for the town’s future. A major proposal, Eagle River Station, would transform the empty swath of land into something akin to Silverthorne in Summit County: a retail center capitalizing on the area’s one natural resource – space. This project has drawn admirers and detractors since the beginning, each with compelling arguments for Eagle’s future as an economic hub in Eagle County. Two of the most vocal advocacy groups – “Eagle, Co – Keep It Real?” and land developer RED Development – have fought for the economic stability of the town with different iteration of Eagle River Station, which now includes close-proximity residential areas, restaurant property and retail space for big box stores similar to Costco. Before any building can take place, though, the town’s residents must approve the development. In time for a public vote on May 22, SneakPEAK asked two leaders from the most vocal groups – including Brandi Resa, a newly elected member of the town board, and the developer’s social-media manager, August Wittenberg – to discuss the pros, cons and future of the proposal at stake for Eagle River Station.

the developer for citizens to see the true scale, some might have a hard time envisioning 550 housing units with little outdoor space, 59-foot-tall buildings (Brush Creek Saloon is 42 feet tall), or the allowed 3,660 parking spaces (Avon’s Walmart/Home Depot has 1,405). It seems difficult to imagine the projected revenues associated with this project at full build-out, because if you look around the valley (let alone the country), many projects do not get fully built. This project is entirely dependent on low gas prices, and the developer’s projections include Steamboat Springs, Silt and Frisco in their primary trade area, which comprises 60 to 65 percent of the projected revenue. We also have a hard time accepting some of their job numbers, such as 300 restaurant jobs in Phase I. Even if we assume 60 jobs per restaurant, that is five restaurants for Phase I alone. The developer’s report states that all revenue from this project will be new revenue (not shifted from other Eagle businesses), and if you look at five new restaurants opening and say, “This will not affect the existing businesses,” this seems unreasonable. Although Eagle is facing challenging times like most households, towns and businesses, the town has held steady during these tough economic times and has a budget that fits our size. We fully support development and growth, but we believe we can have a project that embraces who we are as a community and does not require such expensive infrastructure (such as the $16 to $22 million interchange), which is not needed but for this project. Please check www.YesToEagle.com or our Facebook page, “Eagle, Co - Keep It Real!” We ask that people trust in their community and their newly elected mayor, Yuri Kostick, and vote “no” (again) on May 22.

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to different people who have worked first-hand with RED outside of our community and from meeting with Jeff McMahon and Dave Claflin from the development company, we decided to accept the job. RED Development is a first-rate retail developer that cares about their projects and their communities. RED has never had a development “go dark,” and with existing properties, their occupancy rate is between 85 and 100 percent. On newer properties (including ERS), RED will not begin construction until they have 65 percent occupancy. It is healthy for the development for an underperforming tenant to “go dark” and bring in a better-performing tenant. Additionally, because of RED’s great track record for successful developments, they can attract top-name retailers. The opposition has distorted or been inaccurate with some of the facts in their campaign. They say ERS is 30 percent larger than the first plan. The project is on the exact same piece of land as was originally brought to the town for development. The people of Eagle said they did not want as much housing or a hotel – so RED redesigned ERS by reducing the housing and making them rental units. They also eliminated the hotel, and 250 of those housing units are in Phase II.

Phase II can be changed by approval of the Town Trustees if the market is better suited for something else. By replacing housing units and a hotel with additional retail space, ERS will actually bring more money to the town through salestax revenue. Also, ERS is not 80 percent bigger than Glenwood Meadows. Phase I of Glenwood Meadows is approved for 100 acres (currently 66 acres are built). ERS is approved for 58 acres in Phase I. In Phase II, Glenwood Meadows is approved for an additional 52 acres, and ERS Phase II is only an additional 28 acres. RED development is giving us a project that will greatly improve our town finances and economy through increased jobs and sales-tax revenue. The increase in jobs and town infrastructure will also help property values. If you have any questions about RED, their history or Eagle River Station, please contact me or ask questions on the Eagle River Station Facebook page. We have a great opportunity before us – vote “yes” on ERS. SneakPEAK reporter Philip Lindeman can be reached at philip@sneakpeakvail.com

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Saturday, May 19 Donkey Chug at Loaded Joe’s

The 8th annual Donkey Chug is upon us. Avon’s Loaded Joe’s is tapping a free keg of delicious, drinkable Coors Your local 10th Mountain Roller Dolls will show audienc- Light every other hour starting at 2 p.m. Live music all day. es what this full-contact, aggressive sport played on fourwheeled skates is all about. Match is from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Saturday, May 19 the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink. Cost is $5/person, $3/kid. See Eagle Ranch Community Garage Sale http://10thmountainrollerdolls.com. Join Eagle Ranch for a neighborhood-wide garage sale from

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The event is a tribute to Eagle County’s fallen emergency services workers and a celebration for all emergency responders. Public ceremony begins at noon at Freedom Park in Edwards and will include an honor guard and guest speaker. Prior to the ceremony, an emergency responder procession will travel from Ford Park in Vail to Freedom Park. Area motorcyclists are invited to join the procession, which will gather in Ford Park at 11 a.m. Contact Moses Gonzales with the Vail Police Department at 970-376-6952 to RSVP.

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Rocky Mountain Sport Riders are holding a trail-work training day with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers beginning at 9 a.m. in Gypsum. For more info, see www.rmsrco.com.

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The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek hosts the “best of the best” wedding vendors, showcasing a variety of products and serSplash into summer with other teens at the Eagle-Vail Swim- vices. Vendors will include decor, florist, entertainment, auming Pool. Call 970-949-1203 for more information. diovisual, activities, photography, lodges and transportation, and there will also be fun prizes and giveaways. Event is Saturday, May 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Complimentary and open to the public. For more info, call 970-827-6523. Gypsum Town Clean Up Clean out your closets, garages and sheds and bring it all over to the Gypsum sports complex for cleanup day. Drop Sunday, May 20 off goes from 8 a.m. to noon free of charge. No computers, Karaoke night at Manto’s paint, or appliances. Call the Town of Gypsum for more in- DJ Shy Guy hosts karaoke at Manto’s Pizza in Gypsum from formation at 970-524-7514. 8 p.m. to midnight. Appetizer and drink specials available.

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The 10K run will begin at Eagle Valley Middle School and Live music starts at Edwards’ Main St. Grill in Riverwalk goes up the BLM & Boneyard trail in the Bluffs subdivision at 10 p.m. in Eagle. Awards and a post-race party are at the Dusty Boot in Eagle Ranch. Day-of registration will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink. Race starts Tuesday, May 22 at 9 a.m. and cost is $28 pre-registration, and $30 on race Eagle River Station Special Election Eagle residents decide on the future of the proposed Eagle day. River Station development. Polling will be located in the Ea-

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Joe and the Back Bowl staff want you to put together a co-ed team for league nights! Starting May 17 or May 21! Guaranteed good times for all! Call 970-328-BOWL!

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Wine of the Week Sebastiani Sonoma County Chardonnay

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Enter to win: 4 Rockies tickets & parking pass for June 28 vs. Washington Nationals

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European Cafe & Bakery

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Coffee House

Southwest Grill

Coffee House

Sushi & Asian, Thai

Italian/Pizza/Grinders

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Hot Dogs & Soup

Mexican

Italian Food & Pizza

Rustic American

Organic/Local American Cuisine

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American Comfort

Pizza & Sandwiches

Tex-Mex

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Steakhouse & Saloon

BBQ & Deli Sandwiches

Asian Fusion & Sushi

Contemporary American

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Seasonaly Focused Fine Dining

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Coffee/Breakfast/Wine/Tapas

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French Cuisine

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Tapas Bar and Lounge

Gelato, Chocolate & Wine

Classic American Grill

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Seasonal American

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Rustic American & Seafood

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Italian Pasta Grill

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No need to get decked out on our deck. Introducing Friday Afternoon Casual

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Located at 4695 Vail Racquet club Dr.

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Kid’s menu Reservations Outdoor seating Catering Take-out Live music/Ent.

Mexican & Tex/Mex

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sponsored by: Crazy Mountain Brewery & Double Diamond Ski Shop Loyalty cards get punched every Friday for great prizes from Double Diamond Ski Shop

Free keg of Crazy Mountain draft every Friday on the deck starting at 5pm.

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Omelets, burritos and more

American Cuisine/ Bowling

Coffee, Sandwiches, Soups, Ice Cream

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Traditional American Diner

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Hawaiian Style Food

American

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Steakhouse

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Barbecue

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Classic Italian

Italian/Pizza/Grinders

Breakfast & Lunch Sandwiches

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Coffee & Sandwiches

Italian, Pasta

Eclectic American

EAGLE-VAIL Ristorante Ti Amo | 40982 US Highway #6 | 970.845.8153 Route 6 Cafe | 41290 US Highway #6 | 970.949.6393

Kid’s menu Reservations Outdoor seating Catering Take-out Live music/Ent.

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Coffee & Crepes Sandwiches

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High End Tapas

Contemporary American

Tasting/Wine Bar, Paninis

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French Bistro

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Colorado Wild Game Grill

Rustic Pub

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Chinese, Asian

5 course tasting menu

And $25 bottles of wine

Happy Hour Nightly 5-6:30 pm Red & White Wine, Greyhounds and bar snacks

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Authentic Italian

Traditional French Brasserie

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Steakhouse, Aprés and Dinner

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3 Pints, Bud, & Bud Light bottles, $5 Selected glasses of wine $4 Well cocktails, $4 special cocktails, $5 Selected glasses of wine

Open Tuesdays-Saturdays

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Classic Diner, Traditional Favorites

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Americana

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American Cuisine

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thing in a short time that you never gave a thought to before,” Van Schaack says. “For example, ropes. I had never even climbed before, and now I’m really into ropes.” Vail resident Gregg Orlinsky has been on the team for about two years and was introduced to the organization while chatting with a member on the chairlift. As an avid backcountry skier and former scuba instructor, he saw a way to put his skills to work.

“I was looking for a way to get involved in the community and using the skills they teach you to help others is very rewarding,” says Orlinsky, who has added climbing skills to his repertoire through team trainings. “It’s been so much fun, and I’ve really discovered a new passion in my life. I’m hooked. I love this kind of work.” The team is diverse, and includes younger people in their 20s and 30s, such as Orlinsky, Doberstein and Wallace, as

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well as veterans into their 60s, such as Smith. “There are people from all walks of life,” Orlinsky says. “You have people who work minimum-wage jobs and millionaires. But when we’re working we’re all equal, except for the guys who have more experience. We cooperate as a team when we’re on a mission.”

SneakPEAK editor Melanie Wong can be reached at Melanie@sneakpeakvail.com

The team at Oakson Dentistry is here for you!

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Stop in to see Shelby and We Do It All. We Do It Right. The Valley’s only certified shop certified factory diesel certified Air Induction Service Air Filter Placement Alignments Alternators Ball Joints Battery Replacement Bearings Belts/Hoses Brake Caliper Brake Rotors Brakes-Front Disc Brakes-Rear Disc/Drum Cabin Vent Filter Replacement Catalytic Converters Ignition Coils Coolant Fluid Service C.V. Axles Diesel Diagnostic Services Diesel Repair Distributor Caps and Rotors DOT Inspections Fan Belts Flat Repairs Fuel Filter Replacement Fuel Injectors Headlight Replacement Hoses Lube, Oil, and Filter Pre-owned Vehicle Inspection Mufflers and Tail Pipes Oxygen Sensors Rack and Pinion Steering Radiator Replacement Rotate and Balance Tires Serpentine Belts Shocks and Struts Starters Thermostat Tie Rod Ends Tune Up Transmission Fluid Service Universal Joint Water Pumps Wiper Blade Replacement AND MORE!

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