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Meridian Quartet members, from left, Karl Pedersen, Anne Lee, Anastasia Storer and Claude Halter, will perform from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday during a free concert at Yampa River Botanic Park. It will be the first Strings Music Festival’s Music on the Green free summer concert of the season.

Reaching out with Strings Young Artists in Residence to give several community concerts Margaret Hair

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On Tuesday afternoon, the four musicians of Meridian Quartet shook off their jetlag, tuned up their instruments and lilted through a George Gershwin string quartet they hadn’t played in two and a half months. Violist Karl Pedersen had just driven into town from

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Miami, and violinist Claude Halter recently got back from a trip home to Paris. Bringing diverse backgrounds to the mix, Meridian Quartet will play free concerts the next three Thursdays as Strings Music Festival’s 2009 Young Artists in Residence. The first show is from 12:15

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to 1 p.m. Thursday at Yampa River Botanic Park and will be an introduction to the string quartet, Pedersen said. Along with Anastasia Storer on violin and Anne Lee on cello, all four members of Meridian are fellows with the Miamibased New World Symphony, an organization that bills itself as “America’s orchestral academy.” During two and a half weeks of concerts, outreach and

coaching, the quartet hopes it can share a love of classical music with the community. “I think the goal of the program is to have a variety of music from different genres and different centuries,” Pedersen said. Each of the quartet’s sets has a theme, he said. Meridian will get coaching from veteran Strings commentator Ken Greene about how to connect See Strings, back page

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ear President Obama, I am feeling a little ho-hum about our national holidays. They are a great time to get paid not to work, unless you are selfemployed like me, in which case you get to enjoy not working and not getting paid. And so, I am writing to you, Mr. President, to say it’s time for some new national holidays. After all, a lot of our holidays are commemorating dudes, I mean, men, such as Columbus, Martin Luther King Jr. and presidents, so how about some holidays women can relate to? I know you have been busy with the economy, health care reform, the housing crisis and bailouts, but if you could just take a moment and consider these suggestions for some new national holidays, I’d really appreciate it. ■ National No House Project Day Here is the sad truth about house projects. They are a thinly veiled excuse for one person to nag another person to accomplish some boring, mundane task around the house. The head house project

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Joanne Palmer honcho gets carte blanche to make numerous trips to the hardware store and spend twice the amount of money it would have cost to hire the project out. Because while the head honcho is at the hardware store to buy a washer, drill bit or a bolt, the head honcho is likely to find a sale on thingamabobs, gizmos or whatchamacallits the head honcho can’t live without. Months later, the house project that originally was estimated to take “a few minutes” is completed, and then guess what? It’s time for another project. Imagine a day when there are no house projects! All hardware stores will be closed. There will be no sound of spackling, scraping or sanding. No painting, plastering or pounding. No jiggling latches to be fixed, no pictures to hang or dripping faucets to repair.

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■ National No Snoring Night Mr. President, if you can make this happen, I guarantee every woman in America will vote for you in 2012. They will love not being jolted awake by middle-of-the-night trumpeting, snorting and honking. The sweet, sweet sound of silence. A truly peaceful night of uninterrupted sleep. Ah, bliss! ■ National No Calorie Day A free food pass. Finally, for a short period of time, you can have your cake and eat it, too … without worrying about gaining weight. No guilt. No early morning trips to the gym. No fasting or fad diets. So go ahead, head down to your favorite BBQ joint, ice cream stand or all-you-can-eat buffet. ■ National No Texting Day Teenagers across the country will despair, but parents will rejoice at being able to look their children in the eyes and carry on an actual conversation. IMHO, texting has gotten out of hand. Recently, a 15-year-old girl from Iowa won $50,000 for being able to text the following faster and more See Palmer, page 18

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Hayden trustees and town staff members met calmly Tuesday evening to discuss the facts of budget cuts. The town expects to see $200,000 in revenue reductions this year. In May, Town Manager Russ Martin decided to institute 10 percent furloughs across departments. Town staff members raised objections at Thursday’s Town Board meeting, so trustees scheduled a work session to talk it through. “What I’m hearing from the staff is that there’s not an opportunity to communicate frankly both maybe with Russ and maybe with board members,” Trustee Jim Haskins said. “And I don’t think tonight’s may be the forum we want to address that in, but I think we need to address that.” Haskins said he didn’t think it was Martin’s fault that the trustees weren’t aware of the possible effects of furloughs. The board should have sought a meeting earlier, he said.

Parks and Recreation Director Kathy Hockett said cutting her department could mean the reduction or loss of programs. She and Parks Superintendent Dave Bantam will cut to 20 and 10 hours per week, respectively, this summer. Hockett described the possible ramifications. “The walking paths will not be a priority, the cross-country ski trail will not be groomed, the winter maintenance of equipment will not happen,” she said, unless it falls to another already time-strapped department. After two rounds of cuts, her department would lose about $160,000, Hockett said. Trustees were apologetic but frank about the need for Parks and Recreation cuts. They agreed that parks services were inessential compared with water, sewer and public safety. “It’s really sad that you guys were on such a roll there. … You and Dave had the place looking as shiny as it ever has,” Trustee Tom Rogalski said. Trustees also suggested that volunteers could help with some parks work. Trustee Tim

Redmond offered to help with Hayden Daze, and Haskins said he’d be willing to cut grass for the department. Streets Superintendent Sam Barnes said he was able to cut more in his department. He plans to save money by not repaving three alleys. Instead, Barnes found some inexpensive gravel to tide over those thoroughfares. Trustees thanked him for those efforts. Overall, town department leaders cut about $30,000 more from the general fund. It just wasn’t enough, trustees agreed, and they plan to proceed with furloughs this week, as well as the additional proposed cuts. Police Chief Ray Birch said his department would have to prioritize calls. Officers still will address minor infractions such as animal complaints and code issues, but those calls could take a back seat to more urgent ones. “The feedback that I’ve gotten from my agency has not been negative,” Birch said. “I See Hayden, page 19

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The developers of Song Mountain agreed Tuesday to change their tune before they come back to the Routt County Board of Commissioners on Aug. 25. They’ll present a revised version of their plan to build a residential subdivision of as many as 272 lots on 896 acres overlooking Stagecoach Reservoir. The commissioners voted unanimously after four hours of discussion to table the proposal so that consultants working for a Florida couple, Ji-ang and Young Song, can answer their concerns. The Routt County Planning Commission already had voted, 5-2, on May 21 to recommend denial of the project. And like the Planning Commission, the county commissioners had issues with the proposal. Commission Chairman Doug Monger registered skepticism about the appeal of the lots in the subdivision after hearing Ji-ang Song say he hoped to emulate The Sanctuary in Steamboat Springs. “On my site visit, I was astounded,” Monger said. “I wouldn’t live out there if you paid me. I can’t imagine living out there in a Sanctuarystyle development. This may be appropriate around Steamboat; it’s not appropriate out there. This is very troubling for me.” The Songs paid $5.5 million in March 2006 to acquire a sprawl-

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ing piece of property from the estate of Bob Adams that wraps around Woodchuck Mountain. The peak topped with volcanic rock dominates views from Stagecoach State Park and existing residential subdivisions on the south shore of Stagecoach Reservoir. Development would take place on a minority of the overall 2,500 acres. “This is a very important project for us,” Song told the commissioners. “We as a family would love to be in Routt County. We have a house on Buffalo Pass. My purpose is to do the right thing.”

Do the right thing As far as the commissioners are concerned, doing the right thing includes redesigning the layout of the subdivision so it is less linear and more clustered.

They want more detail about the steep interior roads that will necessitate aggressive cuts and fills. Monger wants more information about how the developers intend to phase in the lots. In addition to the site for a new fire station and the water wells and storage tanks the Songs have agreed to build, Monger wants more details about how they would help the South Routt School District with a new school building somewhere in Stagecoach. Commissioner Nancy Stahoviak would like to see a mechanism to ensure 433 acres of open space in the plan could be made permanent. And Commissioner Diane Mitsch Bush wants a better understanding of the visual See Development, page 19

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A memorial service for lifetime Routt County resident Lorene Workman is at 11 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church in Steamboat Springs.

■ Nordic ski jumping is from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Howelsen Hill, weather permitting.

A memorial service for Marty Levy is at 3 p.m. Sunday at Staxx Restaurant at Haymaker Golf Course.

■ Social gardening is from 9 a.m. to noon at Yampa River Botanic Park. Help plant flowers, weed and learn about high-country gardening. Take a hat, sunscreen, gloves and water. Meet Gayle at the shed. ■ Bud Werner Memorial Library hosts a free story-time program, The Under Five Club, from 9 to 9:30 a.m. and 10 to 10:30 a.m. The walk-in program includes books, stories and songs for children 3 and 4 years old with a caregiver. ■ Yampatika hosts a free hike at Vista Verde Guest Ranch from 10 a.m. to noon. Transportation is not provided. Call Yampatika at 871-9151 for details and to register. ■ A summer reading event with Heeling Friends, R.E.A.D to Dogs, is at 10 a.m. at the Soda Creek Elementary School library. The Steamboat Springs School District offers a free summer reading program for elementary students, funded by the city’s half-cent sales tax for education. ■ Aging Well, a program of the Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association, holds “Wellness Day” at 11 a.m. at the Haven Community Center in Hayden. The day includes Arthritis Foundation exercise, lunch for $2.50, a guest speaker, a memoir writing class, wellness checks from a registered nurse and foot care by appointment. Call Aging Well at 970871-7676. ■ The Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge Group plays an ACBL sanctioned duplicate game at 1 p.m. at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. Reservations are requested. Call Elaine at 879-1994. ■ An ENERGY STAR for New Homes Workshop is from 4 to 6 p.m. in Centennial Hall on 10th Street. The technical workshop teaches those in the building trades about the green building program. E-mail info@yvsc. org for details. ■ The Education Fund Board’s Technology Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of Bud Werner Memorial Library. ■ Steamboat Springs women’s rugby is from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Ski Town Fields next to the Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs. No experience is

necessary, and all women are invited. Call Anne at 303-859-3784. ■ Bud Werner Memorial Library hosts a free children’s program with violinist Monique Mead, new classical music co-director for Strings Music Festival. Mead performs “The Bremen Town Musicians,” a musical folk tale, at 6 p.m. in the library’s community room. Children of all ages are invited to bring instruments. Call 879-0240, ext. 313.

■ Join religious leaders of Steamboat Springs for “Exploring the Sacred,” an interactive discussion series addressing critical issues related to finding meaning in the world, at 6:30 p.m. in the Steamboat Springs Community Center. Leaders from the Baptist, Buddhist, Catholic, Methodist, Mormon, Islamic and Jewish faiths will explore the topic “Disconnected: The relationship between the inner and outer lives.” Call 846-8504.

■ Steamboat’s Recreational Poker league plays at 7 p.m. at Snow Bowl. The tournament is free and open to the public. Players must be age 18 or older. Visit www.steamboatpokertour. com.

■ Epilogue Book Co. hosts a Playwright Howl event at 7 p.m. at the store, 837 Lincoln Ave. All are welcome to the free event. Call 8461428 or 879-BOOK if you would like to bring a work to be read.

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■ Yampatika hosts a free hike from 10 a.m. to noon at Vista Verde Guest Ranch. Call Yampatika at 871-9151 for details and to register.

■ The “Pass the Bread: Celebrating Community 100 Dinners at a Time” event is Friday, as a way to bring together diverse groups in Routt County. Vist www.pasthebreadcelebratecommunity.wordpress.com. To host a dinner, e-mail passtheb readcelebratecommunity@gmail. com, or call Lynne Garell at 970879-2767 or Lynn Ross-Bryant at 303-817-1855.

■ The Routt County Council on Aging hosts an outing to the Steamboat Art Museum at 1 p.m. Docents will guide seniors through the botanic exhibit. Bus transportation provided from the Steamboat Springs Community Center at 12:45 p.m. All are welcome to meet the group at the museum. Call 879-0633. ■ Off the Beaten Path Bookstore hosts a free book talk and signing with Kaya McLaren, author of “On the Divinity of Second Chances,” from 4 to 6 p.m. A poetry slam, where linespitting linguists battle it out, is at 7 p.m. All are welcome. The event is free. Call 879-6830. ■ The Young Professionals Network meets from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Staxx Restaurant at Haymaker Golf Course. Connect with other young professionals in the community. The event is free for YPN members and $10 for guests. For more information or to join, e-mail Marion@steamboatchamber.com or call 875-7008.

■ The Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat hosts figure drawing from 8:30 a.m. to noon at 1009 Lincoln Ave. The model fee is $12. Take your own supplies. Call 879-4744. ■ A Community Tree-planting Day is from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Steamboat Lake State Park. Go Alpine and Steamboat Springs Transit will provide transportation to Steamboat Lake from the U.S. Forest Service office on Weiss Drive. Meet at 9:30 a.m. Wear durable clothing and boots, and take a water bottle and snack. RSVP for a shuttle seat by calling 879-6323. ■ Alpine Bank hosts a bake sale to benefit Relay For Life from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the bank lobby, 1901 Pine Grove Road.

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Celebrating cycling

s if on cue, Mother Nature awarded Sunday’s arrival of summer with consecutive days of sunny, warm and nearly precipitationfree weather. We couldn’t ask for better reasons to ditch our cars for our bikes and AT ISSUE pedal to work as part Bike to Work of Bike to Work Week. Week Locally, Bike to Work Week began Monday and runs OUR VIEW through Saturday, and Participation a number of activiwill help ties have been planned reduce vehicle to celebrate it. Today traffic and is Bike to Work Day, promote and there will be free breakfast for bike comhealthy muters on the Routt lifestyles. County Courthouse lawn from 7 to 10 a.m. Other activities include a skills clinic at 6 p.m. Thursday at Howelsen Hill, a poker ride at 6 p.m. Friday, and a family friendly bike ride ending with a barbecue and live music Saturday. The ride begins at 11 a.m. at Wheels Bike Shop in west Steamboat. Biking to work — or anywhere, for that matter — decreases traffic, reduces vehicle emissions, cuts fuel consumption and promotes a healthy lifestyle. The lifestyle issue came up Tuesday during Lt. Gov. Barbara O’Brien’s visit to Steamboat Springs. O’Brien is in the midst of a series of public forums across the state gathering ideas for how to bet-

ter connect children with the outdoors. That’s not a significant problem in Steamboat, where a slew of outdoor recreation opportunities are readily available to many of our youths. In recent years, youth bicycling programs have exploded in popularity here in Routt County, led by the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club’s cycling program. As more of our children grow up on and around bikes, and as more adults in our community take to two-wheeled transportation, there is reason to adopt additional measures to become the bicycle-friendly community we profess to be. Nonetheless, there have been positive steps to that end recently. The city painted bike lanes on Oak Street, and similar lanes could soon be created on Yampa Street. Led by the Routt County Riders bicycle club, new mountain bike trails are being built on Emerald Mountain — a true gem of singletrack riding in Northwest Colorado. An extension of the Yampa River Core Trail in east Steamboat and the future addition of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the Yampa River at 13th Street will further bicycle-friendly efforts. And the Routt County Board of Commissioners is hosting upcoming discussions about the shared use of county roads. The first discussions are scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday and July 6. The discussions are the result of last year’s poor

decision by the commissioners to shrink the shoulders along Routt County Road 36, a popular road for cyclists. Finally, it’s worth reminding cyclists and motorists to obey traffic laws. When they do, the result should be safe, shared roadways. The League of American Bicyclists encourages riders to follow five “Rules of the Road.” They are: ■ Follow the law. It’s the safest way to ride. Bicyclists have the same rights and duties as other drivers and need to follow the same traffic laws. ■ Be predictable. Ride in a straight line, signal turns and check behind you before turning or changing lanes. ■ Be conspicuous. Ride where drivers can see you, use lights at night and wear bright clothing. ■ Be aware. Anticipate the next move of drivers, pedestrians and other cyclists. Watch for debris, potholes and grates. ■ Ride ready. Tires need air, brakes must work, chains should run smoothly, and quick release wheel levers must be closed. Carry repair and emergency supplies. Wear a helmet. From the abundant singletrack to the hundreds of miles of county roads, there is no shortage of places to ride in Routt County. Whether riding to work or tackling a mountain pass, there are few better ways to enjoy the outdoors while getting exercise and reducing traffic. Get your bike out of the garage and considering taking part in Bike to Work Week.

TEHRAN, IRAN

They gathered, the women in black, at Nilofar Square to mourn Neda Agha Soltan, the Iranian student cut down by a single bullet, whose last moments were

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Life and death in Tehran captured on a video that has gone global. I sat among the mourners in late afternoon, under the plane trees, as candles burned and a prayer was said. The square seemed an oasis. I asked a young woman if she was scared. “Yes,” she said. “I’m scared that all the blood shed for this cause may be wasted.”

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The cause is the annulment of Iran’s fraudulent election and, beyond that, freedom. The freedom not to live in a state that slams shut the doors of the mosque next to Nilofar Square because Neda, as a protester, was denied a proper service. See Cohen, page 9 Bruce Tinsley

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As the sound of the prayer rose, the regular city police joined in. This was too much for the Basij militia, the regime’s plainclothes shock troops, who arrived on motorbikes and, wielding sticks, broke up the gathering of about 60 people. They scattered, but Neda, killed last Saturday, is not going away. Cohen Martyrdom is a powerful force in the world of Shia Islam. Mourning on the third and seventh and 40th days after a death form a galvanizing cycle. Hers is already another name for the anger smoldering here, whose expression has been bravest and most vivid among women. Tehran, cradled in its mountainous amphitheater, is holding its breath. Sunday was quiet, Monday a little less so. Still, as night falls, the defiant cries of “Death to the dictator” and “Allah-u-Akbar” (“God is great”) echo between high rises. In this pregnant lull, I keep hearing three questions: Will Mir Hussein Moussavi lead? How powerful are the internal divisions of the revolutionary establishment? And what is the ultimate goal of the uprising? The answers will hinge on the outcome of this latest fervid expression of Iran’s centennial quest for pluralistic freedom. After the shootings Saturday evening that took several lives, Moussavi seemed absent. The revolutionary leader thrust now into defiance was silent. Disappointed in 1999 and 2003 by the legalistic kowtowing of the reformist former president, Mohammad Khatami, people feared resignation redux, even if Moussavi has declared the vote “null and void.” Then, early Monday, Moussavi spoke again. “Protesting to lies and fraud is your

right,” he said, referring to the preposterous manipulation of the election, and confronting again the hitherto sacrosanct pronouncements of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader invested by the Islamic Revolution with authority close to the Prophet’s. Last Friday, Khamenei said: “I want everyone to end this sort of action.” Khamenei also said, “Trust in the Islamic Republic became evident in these elections.” In fact, I believe the loss of trust by millions of Iranians who’d been prepared to tolerate a system they disliked, provided they had a small margin of freedom, constitutes the core political earthquake in Iran. Moderates who once worked the angles are now muttering about making Molotov cocktails. Moussavi is trying to calm their rage and coax the multiple security forces to his side. The problem is he’s not visible enough. Restraint was the core of his appeal Monday. He urged his followers to adopt parental forbearance before the “misbehavior” of security forces — an appropriate reference given the teenage thugs out there. I think Moussavi’s right to avoid extreme positions even as Khamenei has radicalized the conflict. He’s right because his moderation fans internal divisions. Any counter-revolutionary stance would have the opposite effect. Which brings me to the fight within. On Sunday, I saw Mehdi Hashemi Rafsanjani, the son of the establishment’s embittered eminence grise, Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani. He told me his father, who despises President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, is fighting a rear-guard action to have the election annulled by the Guardian Council, the 12-member body that will pronounce on the election’s legality today. The ruling had seemed a formality, given Khamenei’s dismissal of a recount, but the

council is now talking about irregularities in 50 cities that could affect 3 million votes. Out of a total of 40 million votes, that’s a significant number, although not enough to change the outcome. There are rumblings from the influential parliamentary speaker, Ali Larijani, who is close to Khamenei but not Ahmadinejad. With Rafsanjani, Khatami and the defeated conservative former Revolutionary Guard leader, Mohsen Rezai, the dissenting front is broad. Rezai, who officially won 680,000 votes, says more than 900,000 voters have written to him with their ID numbers saying they voted for him. The third question — the goal of the uprising — is increasingly fraught. Khamenei said, “The dispute is not between the revolution and the counter-revolution.” He would have been right if his words had been spoken the day after the vote. Ten days on, the brutal use of force has drawn more Iranians toward an absolutist stance. Having wanted their vote back, they now want wholesale change. If Moussavi is to prevail, he must keep his followers focused, for now, on a new election. It’s the one position the opposition within the clerical establishment will go along with. A message from an anonymous Iranian student reached me, saying she was demonstrating, despite the risks of death, for the sake of “tomorrow’s children.” She said she wanted them to know “that we did everything we could to create a better future for them.” I bow my head to Iran’s youth, the youth that is openeyed, bold and more numerous than the brainwashed, teenage Basij. One such youth was Neda, whose music teacher, Hamid Panahi, was at her side when she died. I asked Panahi if she said anything after the bullet struck. “Yes,” he told me, “She said, ‘Mr. Panahi, I burnt.’”

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Yampa Valley Regional Airport received approval Tuesday to hire a mechanic. The Routt County Board of Commissioners waived the county’s hiring freeze, citing public safety concerns, as well as the fact that taxpayers don’t directly fund the position. The Hayden airport’s mechanic left this spring, Airport Manager Dave Ruppel said. The mechanic cares for about 40 pieces of equipment necessary for airport functions. The person also fills in when others are absent, sometimes driving runway snowplows, Ruppel said. YVRA will start advertising the position immediately. The mechanic will work 36 hours a week and will make $16.62 per hour, which reflects the 10 percent pay cut and furlough program for Routt County employees. Airport fees fund airport positions, Ruppel said.

The Hahn’s Peak Museum opened for the summer Saturday and will be open from noon to 4 p.m. daily through Labor Day. The schoolhouse is closed temporarily for painting and will be open after the project is completed.

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The Steamboat Springs Board of Realtors is awarding Renewable College Scholarships to past Board of Realtors scholarship recipients. Visit www.ssbr.org for application guidelines, or call the Board of Realtors at 879-4663, ext. 12. The deadline to submit applications is Friday.

Writers conference July 18 at the Depot Art Center The 28th annual Steamboat Springs Writers Conference is

Registration open for Steamboat Triathlon Registration is under way for the 2009 Steamboat Triathlon, Aug. 30 at Lake Catamount. The Steamboat Springs Triathlon is limited to 650 entries and sanctioned by USA Triathlon, the sport’s national governing body. For more information, go to www.usatriathlon.org.

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from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 18 at the Depot Art Center on 13th Street. The cost of $60 covers four seminars and a catered luncheon. Instructors are young adult novelist Wick Downing and short story writer Erika Krouse. The conference is sponsored by the Steamboat Writers Group and the Steamboat Arts Council, for beginners and published writers. Space is limited and early registration is recommended. Visit www.steamboatwriters. com, or call Susan at 879-8138.

POLICE, FIRE AND AMBULANCE CALLS

MONDAY, JUNE 22 12:59 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to a report of a verbal argument in the 600 block of Lincoln Avenue. Everything was fine. 1:34 a.m. Police were called to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 1700 block of Fetcher Park Drive. The vehicle was unattended, and everything was fine. 9:06 a.m. Routt County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a report of an attempted burglary from a business in the 200 block of East Main Street in Oak Creek. Nothing was stolen, but the door jam was shattered. Deputies took a report. 9:13 a.m. Police were called to a cold report of a theft in Wildhorse Marketplace, where money was missing from a business. Officers took a report. 10:03 a.m. Police and Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue emergency responders were called to an ambulance request in Steamboat Springs. 11:17 a.m. Police were called to a complaint of a dog at large at Tamarack Drive and Hilltop Parkway. Officers issued a ticket. 11:32 a.m. Police were called to a hitand-run crash in Central Park Plaza. A woman saw a driver hit her car, but when she attempted to talk to the driver, the driver fled. Officers took a report.

12:09 p.m. Police and Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue were called to a request for an ambulance on Dream Island Plaza where a 57-year-old man was not feeling well. 1:04 p.m. Police were called to a report of a theft of stereo equipment and switches from a foreclosed home in the 200 block of Hillside Drive. Officers took a report. 1:50 p.m. Hayden Police Department officers arrested a 32-year-old Hayden man on suspicion of driving under revocation after a traffic stop in the 300 block of South Pine Street in Hayden. 1:57 p.m. Deputies were called to a report of theft from the 200 block of South Sharp Avenue in Oak Creek, where two boys reportedly took $125 from a business. Deputies took a report and contacted the boys’ parents. 4:07 p.m. Deputies arrested a 58-yearold Stagecoach man on suspicion of driving under revocation, being a habitual traffic offender and weaving after a traffic stop near mile marker 1 on Routt County Road 14E. 4:18 p.m. Police were called to a report of a suspicious person loitering in the 1900 block of Alpine Plaza. Officers gave a verbal warning. 4:34 p.m. Police were called to a noninjury, two-car crash at Mount Werner Drive and Resort Drive.

Crime Stoppers If you have information about any unsolved crime, call Routt County Crime Stoppers at 870-6226. You will remain anonymous and could earn a cash reward.

4:58 p.m. Deputies and West Routt Fire Protection District emergency responders were called to a report of smoke on a train near Yampa. When the train stopped, the fire spread to a 10-foot-by-10-foot patch of nearby brush. Responders were able to control the fire. 5:20 p.m. Colorado Division of Wildlife officers were called to a report of a bear in the 42000 block of C.R. 37. 5:50 p.m. Police arrested a 34-year-old Oak Creek man on suspicion of driving under revocation as a habitual offender and driving with one license plate after a traffic stop in the 600 block of South Lincoln Avenue. 6:48 p.m. Police were called to an accident at Seventh and Oak streets where a driver reportedly hit a 10-year-old boy as he was bicycling. The boy was not injured, and officers took a report. 9:54 p.m. Police were called to a report of a theft of a purse from the 1000 block of High Point Drive. Officers took a report.

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home after work, who buy each other drinks after work, that’s where your money is going,” Black said. Black has a background in banking, served as director of the Yampa Valley Housing Authority and is a certified homebuyer education instructor. She is now the president/owner of Vision Trek Consulting. Black hopes to offer additional financial literacy workshops, possibly in August. She encouraged people to get their free yearly credit report from Experian. When lenders look at credit reports, they want to see a pattern of saving. The See Finance, page 18

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Cuatro residentes del Condado de Routt fueron acusados de ser parte de una Estafa de Lotería Jamaiquina que son parte de una gran red que estafaron a decenas de personas por todo el país por miles de millones de dólares, de acuerdo a la orden judicial presentada al Juzgado del Distrito del Condado de Routt. Evidencia, cargos e información continúan viniendo de los investigadores, quienes dijeron que la investigación en curso está

siendo hecho con ayuda de agencias que controlan la ley federal. Residentes de Steamboat Springs Troy Cox, Yanique Mendez, Simon Guthrie y Catrina Graham fueron arrestados en Mayo, y afrontan cargos por delitos graves al violar el Acto en Contra del Crimen Organizado de Colorado, adicionalmente a otros cargos. La audiencia preliminar para Cox y Mendez continuó el jueves. Sus abogados recibieron recientemente más de mil páginas de nueva evidencia de los investigadores. El juez del Condado de Routt James Garrecht estuvo de acuerdo al aplazamiento y se

otorgó una nueva fecha para la audiencia preliminar para el 13 de Julio. “Captaban a gente mayor de edad, diciéndoles que habían ganado la lotería Jamaiquina o Australiana,” dijo Carl Stahl Ayudante del Abogado del Distrito del Condado de Routt. Los sospechosos están siendo acusados de decir a sus víctimas que tenían que pagar “impuestos reducidos” de casi como $60,000 para poder recibir el premio de casi $5 millones. Las cartas eran seguidas por llamadas telefónicas a las víctimas. La cantidad supuestamente robada de las víctimas

es desconocida. La orden de arresto judicial de Guthrie indica que las víctimas, muchas veces personas de edad, vivían por todo el país. Supuestas víctimas viven en sitios como Wisconsin, Michigan, Texas y Denver, entre otros sitios. Stalh dijo que la mayoría de la gente identificada esta estafa como una farsa, pero algunos creyeron en la artimaña y pagaron grandes cantidades de dinero con la esperanza de poder recibir las ganancias de la lotería falsa. En un caso, una mujer reportó que su abuelo de 83 años quien vive en Michigan envió casi

$66,000 a diferentes direcciones después de que le dijeron que había ganado $5 millones en la lotería jamaiquina. De acuerdo a la orden de detención judicial, el hombre fue instruido de enviar pagos a la dirección de correo de Steamboat de Guthrie. Luego la víctima recibió una carta diciendo que eran del FBI y del Departamento para Seguridad de la Patria. La carta informaba a la víctima que el dinero enviado a Guthrie estaba siendo usado para apoyar a terrorismo internacional y si la víctima avisaba a cualquier persona acerca de los pagos, él sería arrestado.

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8 — 10 a.m. Yampatika auspicia una caminata para ver pájaros gratis en el camino Spring Creek (al frente del campo de fútbol). Llame al 871-9151

10 a.m. Mediodía. Yampatika auspicia una caminata gratis en el Rancho Vista Verde. No se proveerá transportación. Llame a Yampatika al 871-9151

9:30 — 10:30 a.m. La hora del cuento para niños entre las edades de 3 a 5 años en la biblioteca Bud Werner Memorial. Mediodía. Se reúne el grupo de Ayuda para Mujeres que han sobrevivido Violencia Doméstica y Asalto Sexual, GRATIS. Llame al 879-2034.

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6:30 p.m. Únase a los líderes religiosos de Steamboat Springs para “Explorar lo Sagrado”, una serie de discusiones interactivas que hablan acerca de temas relacionados para encontrar el significado al mundo en el Centro Comunitario de Steamboat Springs. Líderes de la fe Baptista, Budista, Católica, Metodista, Mormona, Islámica y Judía explorarán el tema “Desconectado” La relación entre nuestras vidas interiores y exteriores.” Llame al 846-8504 .

VIERNES 10:30 a.m. — 2 p.m. Día para plantar un árbol será en el Parque Estatal del Lago de Steamboat. Alpine Taxi y los buses de Steamboat Springs proveerán transportación al Lago de Steamboat de oficina de Servicio Forestal en Weiss Drive. Nos juntaremos a las 9:30 AM. Usen ropa cómoda y botas, traigan una botella de agua y algo de comida. Para reservar su asiento en el bus llame al 879-6323.

SÁBADO 8 a.m. — 1 p.m. Una venta de garage a beneficio de “Habitat for Humanity” del Condado de Routt será en el Centro Cristiano de Steamboat (821 Dougherty Road). Para donar artículos para vender llame al 970871-6101 o envíe un correo electrónico a executivedirector@routtcoun tyhabitat.org

LUNES Mediodía — 4 p.m. El VNA de Steamboat ofrece vacunas de la neumonía para aquellas personas sin seguro médico, y con bajos recursos en su oficina 940 Central Park Dr, oficina 101. Llame al 8791632.

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Sustainable Travel: Pack Your Environmental Ethics STEAMBOAT SPRINGS CHAMBER RESORT ASSOCIATION

It’s summertime, and for some, this means a chance to take a vacation or embark on a travel opportunity. Although many people venture thousands of miles away, others prefer to stay close to home. Some of the greatest memories may come from a weekend destination in your own backyard. Routt County is home to acres of natural wilderness areas and majestic rivers. Three beautiful state parks are within 30 miles of Steamboat Springs. The campgrounds and marinas at Steamboat Lake and Stagecoach Reservoir provide for water recreation and sun with gorgeous mountain views. Backpacking trips along the Continental Divide Trail or into the Zirkel Wilderness area are among the most scenic backdrops in the West. Whether you travel near or far, remember to pack some environmental ethics along the way. Environmental ethics relate to travel responsibility. In the sustainable travel movement, this means to leave little environmental impact on the places you visit by conserving natural resources and supporting local cultures. This may seem more tedious than it is worth for a much-needed relaxing vacation, but these practices are simple enough to do without having to change your travel itinerary. Below are five easy sustainable travel tips as you prepare for your next weekend destination or weeklong excursion: • 1) Responsible travel begins at home or before you leave the office. Remember to unplug any appliance that will not be in use while you are away. Computers, toasters, microwaves, chargers and video game players are energy wasting culprits. More than 10 percent of electricity used at one’s residence is wasted energy being burned by these types of appliances. • 2) Look into accommodations that have a reputation for being sustainable. This could mean many things: they recycle, use alternative forms of energy, contribute to local causes, etc. Energy Star for Hospitality is a good place to check. Most of these properties produce 30 to 35 percent less greenhouse gas emissions. • 3) Save electricity. Statistics show that 60 percent of people are more likely to leave

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the light on when they leave a hotel room compared to when they leave home, mostly because there are no financial impacts. Turn off lights, air conditioners and heaters when not in the room. • 4) Use water minimally. There are many communities facing water shortages and escalating costs. An easy gesture you can make is to not leave the faucets running and take shorter showers. • 5) Use local and public transportation when possible. Take a bus or train, or you can walk or bike. You might get an even better glimpse into the local way of life by using public transit. Big or small, near or far, these simple measures can add up to make a huge difference. In essence, treat your travel destination as you would want visitors to treat your home in the Yampa Valley. The Yampa Valley hosts thousands of visitors every year. We are fortunate to have many businesses in the community supporting sustainable causes, including being conscious of sustainable travel practices. Go Alpine, for example, has received Gold Certification from the Steamboat Springs Chamber Sustainable Business Program for its commitment to maintaining and expanding its sustainable practices and efforts. Although Go Alpine has a local taxi division, its main business is the Hayden and Denver International Airport shuttles. Go Alpine asks every rider on its airport shuttles to voluntarily donate money to the Colorado Carbon Fund. This has been received extremely well by patrons.

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Go Alpine Driver Manager and Safety Director Cole Ruddick prepares to pick up guests in the Go Alpine shuttle van. Go Alpine has taken steps to offset company emissions by asking riders to contribute to the Colorado Carbon Fund.

Customers are asked to donate 50 cents per passenger to and from Yampa Valley Regional Airport and $1 per passenger to and from DIA. “The monetary donation is totally optional, and the majority of riders feel good about being part of the solution to help offset carbon emissions while on vacation by this simple act of giving,” said Betty Rubin, office manager for Go Alpine. Moving Mountains Chalet is also at the Gold Certification level in the Sustainable Business Program. The owners and management team have looked into easy solutions to help reduce energy use. In between the busy seasons, the lodging utilities not in use are shut down. This includes turning hot tubs down or off, as well as the heating or electrical use. Florescent light bulbs have been installed to phase out the old-style light bulb, which sucks energy. Water filters have been installed in the units to eliminate bottled water containers. Recycling is available at all properties, and the staff does its best to encourage guests to recycle. The external lights have been set on timers to go off when needed, as well as adjusted

to match the season to turn on or off at the appropriate times. These simple steps have helped them to provide a sustainable experience to guests, as well as making a positive impact on the community and environment. “If you look at each change individually, it might not seem like much, but the sum of them together is huge with a meaningful impact for the environment,” said Robin Craigen, owner of Moving Mountain Chalets. Other lodging properties participating in the Sustainable Business Program with Gold Certification are: Simply Steamboat Property Management, ResortQuest and Central Park Management. The following properties are on there way to certification: The Resort Group, Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel, The Porches and Sheraton Steamboat Resort. Whether summer brings you travel or keeps you busy hosting guests, remember to recognize the benefits that responsible tourism can bring to destinations: caring about environmental impacts and supporting local cultures.

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On Snake Island in the Yampa River, Lt. Gov. Barbara O’Brien spent about an hour Tuesday morning talking with a Steamboat Springs Community Youth Corps crew about why they were outside. Some of the six-member crew of 14-, 15- and 16-year-old boys and girls were clearing a trail that had become overgrown. Others were sanding a bench so it could be repainted. It was part of their work in a two-week session for the youth service organization. O’Brien said she wanted to interact with active youths during her stop in Steamboat — part of a series of statewide forums to discuss the importance of reconnecting children with the outdoors. Chatting with the crew, O’Brien stood on a trail with the Yampa surging behind her and Emerald Mountain through the trees to the west. She joked that her mission may not be as much of an issue in Steamboat. “It’s so much easier here to be

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Lt. Gov. Barbara O’Brien, left, talks to Steamboat Springs Community Youth Corps crew leader Jess Schnittka, right, along with 14-year-old Youth Corps crew members, from right, Max May, Andrew Watterson, Jack Triolo and Kent Barron on Tuesday on Snake Island in the Yampa River.

connected with the outdoors,” she told the group. “We’re trying to see if there is something connecting youths to outdoors that can be translated to urban communities.” The forum began at 11 a.m. at Bud Werner Memorial Library. It attracted nearly 40 directors of youth programs and organizations, others who work with area

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youth and interested members of the public. Sonja Macys is executive director of Yampatika, a nonprofit group that provides outdoor educational activities for youths and adults. She said most parents in Steamboat do a good job of getting their children outside, but Tuesday’s event served as a good reminder. “People don’t realize the risks of children slipping away from connecting with nature,” she said about a more sedentary lifestyle in which children seek out technological quick fixes such as TV or video games for entertainment. In her introduction, O’Brien told the group the goals of the forum included learning what worked in Steamboat, which would be passed along to other communities across the state. Ultimately, she said, a statewide strategy would be devised. “We’re not just going to publish another plan,” said Wendy Newman, a consultant who is facilitating the program for O’Brien. “But we’re going to move forward with your input and your assistance.” Those who attended the forum broke into groups to discuss what’s working in Steamboat, what some of the barriers are and how to overcome them. That input will be added to what’s already been compiled from the four previous forums and the five that have yet to take place. Newman said after the last forum in September, they will begin working with representatives from various public, private and nonprofit organizations to figure out what could be included in the statewide initiative. She said that effort will include a Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights to dictate experiences all Colorado children should have by the time they’re 18 years old. After moving to Steamboat about a year ago, Vickie Clark, See O’Brien, page 20

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Detention officer Aaron Murphy looks through some paperwork inside the booking department at the Routt County Jail. The Routt County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to hire a consultant to evaluate the staffing levels and procedures at the jail.

training or vacation. Milosovich said he has experience working as a jail administrator and as an employee of county commissioners, though not in Routt County. The needs of the sheriff’s office and the commissioners often pull in different directions, he said. “County commissioners, they have to balance the needs of the entire county, and the sheriff has to balance needs within his department between the jail and law enforcement, jail and dispatch, or jail and civil process,” Milosovich said. Even so, Milosovich said, his office is not called when jails are overstaffed. His expertise is determining the staffing levels required and other ways of meeting the demands of running the center. “What happens in jails, and a lot of operations, is they grow incrementally and gradually … and you don’t really feel the problem until it becomes pretty dramatic,” he said. Milosovich said he will personally conduct the analysis of the Routt County Jail, a process that likely will take three to five days of observation at the jail in addition to poring over jail records and policies.

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To help bestow order on the controlled chaos of emergency response, Routt County Director of Emergency Management Bob Struble will create standardized identification cards for all emergency responders in the coming weeks. Struble said the new cards will be issued to all law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics and, in a

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change from previous identification, to nongovernment agencies whose workers may respond to emergencies. That includes the Yampa Valley Electric Association, Yampa Valley Regional Airport, the Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association and others. The ID cards will have a photo of the person, their level of clearance within the National Incident Management System, as well as See IDs, page 20

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Consultant John Milosovich said to improve a jail’s operating efficiency, perhaps the most important thing to change is an attitude often passed from shift to shift and year to year. The attitude of “that’s just how we do things.” Milosovich, a consultant with Voorhis Associates, of Lafayette, will soon bring that ready-forchange ethic to the Routt County Jail. The Routt County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to accept a bid from Voorhis Associates for a $10,000 audit of the staffing and procedures of the jail. By examining its operations and policies, Milosovich said he hopes to make the jail more efficient. He’ll see a familiar philosophy right away. When Milosovich enters the facility, he’ll be greeted by a sign in the Routt County Jail’s booking area warning against stodgy, entrenched behavior. “You hear the old adage all the time, ‘It’s the way we always did things,’ and we question those issues,” he said. “How they do it may be superior to anything we’ve seen, (but) it might be just the way they’ve always done it, and it’s passed on from shift to shift.” The audit is an effort to address the demands of the jail staff. “The detention center has been understaffed, off and on, for years, and people move on to new positions,” Routt County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Sue Gaskins said. “We never seem to be able to hire back the number of people that we need, and that’s what brings us to the level of being understaffed and puts people at risk for safety and security and everything else.” Gaskins said it creates an extra strain any time one of the deputies is out of the office for

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The bluegrass band Ragweed, which includes local musicians, clockwise from lower left, John Aviza, Bonnie Murray, Walt Seabert, Betsy Seabert and Von Wilson, is scheduled to play at 8:30 p.m. today at Ghost Ranch Saloon.

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In the local bluegrass band Ragweed, everyone involved brings something different to the table. Guitarist John Aviza brings decades of playing in rock bands. Banjo player and Craig native Von Wilson offers years of tearing out up-tempo, flatpicked solos. Walt Seabert offers steady standup bass and experience underlying the Steamboat

Springs Orchestra as a tuba player. Betsy Seabert contributes naturally sweet lead vocals and a lifelong love of bluegrass music. And Bonnie Murray shares a distinctly classical influence with her fiddle — and, Wilson and Aviza joked, her ability to

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Jimmy Westlake real “movie star” in 1997 when astronomer Carl Sagan chose it as the source of the first extraterrestrial signal detected by radio astronomers on Earth in his fictional book and movie “Contact.” In real life, Vega was one of the first stars discovered to have a ring of planetary material surrounding it, possibly a family of planets in the process of formation. The second star to rise in the Summer Triangle is its faintest member, the blue supergiant star named Deneb, meaning “the tail of the swan.” Although Deneb shines nearly as bright as Vega, it does so from a distance of 1,500 light years away. If Deneb were moved in to the same distance from Earth as Vega, it would shine more than 1,700 times

brighter than Vega and cast distinct shadows at night! Deneb is one of the most luminous stars known to astronomers. Finally, the third member of the Summer Triangle, marking its southern-most corner, is the star named Altair, which means “the flying eagle.” Altair is the closest of the three stars in the Summer Triangle, lying at a distance of only 17 light years. Each of the stars in the Summer Triangle falls in a different constellation: Vega is the brightest star in Lyra the Harp, Deneb belongs to Cygnus the Swan, and Altair is the Alpha star of Aquila the Eagle. You can use the Summer Triangle asterism as a guide to locate many other official constellations of summer. Professor Jimmy Westlake teaches astronomy and physics at Colorado Mountain College’s Alpine Campus. His “Celestial News” column appears weekly in the Steamboat Today newspaper.

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No. 1 concern is paying bills on time, even if you don’t pay them in full, Black said. Being 30 days late on a payment could knock 100 points off a credit score, she said. New credit card rules are scheduled to go into effect in February, and those will change what companies are allowed to do, she said. They will restrict fees charged to consumers, limit interest rate changes and require more disclosure about credit

companies won’t be able to raise interest rates until a customer is 60 days late on a payment. They’ll also prohibit people younger than 21 from getting a credit card without parent approval or proof that they can pay for it. The new rules probably will result in reduced reward programs, lower credit limits and other changes, Black said. Financial literacy is “like learning a sport,” Black said.

day’s session and said it helped her understand more about finance and the upcoming changes to credit rules. “Forty-one percent of adults would give themselves a ‘C,’ ‘D’ or ‘F,’” Bentley said. “I would probably be an ‘F-plus’ or a ‘Dminus.’ Now I just have to kick myself in the rear and do my homework.” — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

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Ragweed continued from 16 “We’ve always played everything with a bluegrass flair,” Wilson said. Ragweed has had its fiveperson lineup for about a year and a half, but several of the band’s members have been regular players in the Steamboat Springs music scene since they moved here 10, 20 or 30 years ago. Wilson and Aviza have been playing on and off in various groups for about 20 years, and along with Betsy and Walt Seabert, have shared a stage with most steadily gigging musicians in town. That means a healthy blend of influences. Still, the band is anchored in

the music its instrumentation at a fundraiser dinner for the Steamboat Springs Orchestra demands. “Bluegrass is the reason I on June 20. The band has perstarted playing music,” Betsy formed for the Jimmie Heuga Seabert said. “I bought a man- bluegrass jam benefit every year dolin and had it’s been together never played anyand played one “We’ve always thing before. … It’s of Strings Music played everything mountain music, Festival’s Music and being in the on the Green free with a bluegrass high country, it fits concerts in sumflair.” mer 2008. for me.” Today’s set will The group has Von Wilson stay up-tempo for been working toRagweed band member the bar crowd, ward setting up a Wilson said. The gig at Ghost Ranch for a while, but the members of band will start early to entice a Ragweed jokingly refer to them- weeknight crowd but will stay selves as “the benefit band.” on stage late, he said. Recent gigs include a spot at the first Hayden Farmers — To reach Margaret Hair, call 871-4204 Market on June 19 and a set or e-mail mhair@steamboatpilot.com

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The commissioners also heard from about a dozen Stagecoach residents who were among an audience of about 30 people. Some favored Song Mountain, and some thought much more work needed to be done. “We feel that what has been proposed here is not consistent with the (Stagecoach Community) plan,” Rich

The Song Mountain Plan also is complicated by a hodgepodge of 35-year-old zoning maps for Stagecoach that no longer fit the the county master plan. The Song Mountain proposal includes a large tract of land zoned agriculture/forestry bracketed by two smaller parcels zoned in the early 1970s for high-density residential

ter planned.” Song said he was willing to continue trying to help solve the problems at Stagecoach. “The comments I hear were mostly very reasonable,” Song said. “I appreciate how thoughtful they were. If the plan is not right, it affects me, as well.” However, he also hinted that at some point, the growing costs could mean the project is no longer viable. “By the time it all adds up, I may not have a project,” he said. “If it doesn’t, I’ll sell it and move on. That’s the way our free society works.”

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development. In theory, Song Mountain could apply to build 2,700 dwellings on those parcels, consultant Peter Patten pointed out. The zoning is a holdover from the days when Stagecoach was planned for a commercial ski area. Monger rankled at what he views as an implied threat that a contemporary developer might actually build to that level. “Stagecoach in itself is problematic,” Monger said. “We spend a lot of our time struggling with the problems out there.” Stahoviak said she was willing to approve the zone change to PUD because she thinks making the high-density residential parcels go away is a substantial public benefit. “I believe the zone change is consistent with the (county) master plan,” she said. “It’s near what we’ve designated as a growth area. We are seeing a community that has been mas-

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think they look at this as a challenge.” Town Clerk Susan Irvine said she hadn’t received negative feedback from having to close Town Hall on Friday afternoons and during lunch

trust amongst each other and also open and honest communication. And as long as we can have that, I think we’re going to get to a place where everybody may not like it, but everybody’s going to be more comfortable with the final outcome.”

Tuesday through Thursday. She also said she would rather have furloughs than a flat pay cut. The trustees and town staff members seemed to leave satisfied. “We’re a small town,” Redmond said early in the meeting. “There has to be a feeling of

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impacts of the new subdivision. The petition by Song Mountain was threefold, including rezoning the development land and seeking approval of a Conceptual PUD and a Sketch Subdivision Plan. “There’s a lot that needs to be changed in the conceptual plan,” Bush said. “And right now, I could not approve of the zoning change because of visual issues, wildlife issues, light pollution and road issues.”

Saterdal said. “The main point is land use. And County Road 16 needs to be straightened and paved. There are road issues that stretch all the way to Steamboat.” Tony Stich liked the idea of more development coming to Stagecoach. “There’s a lot of benefit that will come to the rest of Stagecoach through the approval of this plan,” he said. In the end, the complexity of the request contributed to the vote to table the project.

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Gretchen Van De Carr, executive director of Rocky Mountain Youth Corps, a youth service organization, said she is working toward some of the state-level initiatives she heard about from O’Brien and Newman.

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two barcodes and a magnetic strip. The barcode on the front will have qualifications and basic information, while the barcode on the rear will include medical information and emergency contacts, he said. Steamboat Springs Fire Marshal Jay Muhme said the ID cards firefighters now use have some of that information, but it is not encoded in barcodes. “We currently carry identification badges, but the system that we use is somewhat outdated,” he said. “Having accountability for your people on scene would be a benefit.” Muhme said the more complex the situation, the more accountability that would be necessary. When responders from other counties arrive to assist on a scene or if command on a site transitions to new responders, the ID badges could be used to keep track of who is working and when. The system costs roughly $10,000, said Emergency Management assistant Cheryl Dalton, including a computer, a driver’s license reader, a camera and a specialized ID printer. The card stores all information typically contained on a driver’s license. The cards also have the potential to be used for much more, Struble said. If doors were equipped with readers, the cards MATT STENSLAND/STAFF could be used as keys or as a way to get gas from a department Routt County Director of Emergency Management Bob Struble talks about the identification cards being made for emergency responders. pump.

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County commissioners delayed a decision Tuesday about whether to spend millions of dollars on a conservation easement to block the Colorado River Ranch from development. The board heard hours of input on the proposed deal from county staff, officials from the Eagle Valley Land Trust, the owners of the ranch and members of the public, but decided to delay the decision because Commissioner Jon Stavney wasn’t there. Commissioner Sara Fisher said Stavney’s absence was unexplained and that she hadn’t talked to him. “We do want Jon to be able to weigh in,” Fisher said. The hearing will continue at 1:30 p.m. Monday. The Eagle Valley Land Trust wants to preserve the 1,000-acre working ranch 12 miles north of Dotsero using a conservation easement. The land is valued at $13.2 million. Without development rights, the land is worth $5.3 million, according to the most recent appraisal of the property. The difference of $7.9 million is the cost of the easement. The property owners agreed to contribute $1 million toward the deal. The land trust requested the county kick in $5.7 million and agreed to make up the rest. Fisher and Commissioner Peter Runyon were concerned about the price. “I think the price tag is a little too high,” Fisher said. The $5.7 million request accounts for 72 percent of the easement price. Runyon suggested, as one option, funding 60 percent of the easement might be a better split for the county. “It’s a great piece of property and a great opportunity,” Runyon said. “I am greedy. I’m greedy for money in the open space fund so that we can buy even more. If a project like this comes along, and we can put up 60 percent and get 40 percent, that’s a win for everybody. It becomes more of a community project.”

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who was representing Ritchie and the nonprofits, argued that the amendment was too broad, saying that other states with such “pay to play” laws had only limited contributions to candidates who would have the power to award such contracts. “This was legal duct tape for unions, businesses and nonprofits,” Mark Grueskin, an attorney representing teacher and firefigher unions, said after the ruling. “This was all about telling special interests to be quiet about politics.” Colorado Deputy Attorney General Maurice Knaizer argued that the law needed to ban contributions to all candidates to prevent people from indirectly influencing the government through another lawmaker. He also said that government can limit the political involvement of its workers who depend on the government for their living.

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as a means to fight corruption, bars anyone tied to businesses that hold at least $100,000 in no-bid government contracts from making contributions to political candidates. It also bars all unions that negotiate collective bargaining for government workers from making campaign contributions. It was challenged in court by unions, as well as nonprofit groups, including the University of Denver and The Children’s Hospital, and philanthropist Dan Ritchie, the head of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Ritchie and the nonprofits said the amendment unfairly banned board members from making contributions even though the members didn’t negotiate no-bid contracts with the government for things like school nursing services or property leases. Attorney Jean Dubofsky,

Three government buildings in Glenwood Springs are back open after a bomb threat. The Garfield County courthouse, sheriff’s department and county administration building were closed for much of the day Tuesday after a late morning warning that a bomb would go off in the courthouse in the early afternoon. Two jury trials were in ses-

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problem remains. Transportation officials for decades have debated whether the federal government should have more oversight of local rail systems, but it’s largely up to states to set their own standards. States often don’t have the money or expertise to carry out that responsibility, government investigations have found. And a 2006 Government Accountability Office report said the FTA hadn’t set goals for the safety program or come up with a way to track state performance. A leading senator on transportation issues, Jay Rockefeller, said he was surprised to learn after Monday’s crash that the NTSB can make recommendations to improve transit safety but doesn’t have oversight authority, nor does the Federal Transit Administration.

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The recession steered a new type of customer to Wal-Mart — deeper in the pockets and suddenly looking for bargains. Now the world’s largest retailer has to figure out how to keep that customer when the economy recovers. So Wal-Mart is bringing in more brand names, ditching scores of other products and even redesigning hundreds of stores to give them wider aisles, better lighting and better sight lines. It’s more than just a cosmetic upgrade. That new breed of customer also spends about 40 percent more than the traditional Wal-Mart shopper, and the retailer senses an opportunity to accelerate its growth. Take Aditya Krishnan, a 42year-old lawyer from San Jose,

Calif. He used to buy only light bulbs at Wal-Mart but now finds himself spending $150 a month there, including buying workout clothes he used to get at Macy’s. “If I am able to get good stuff at Wal-Mart, and I am able to save money, why would I change?” Krishnan asked. “I am seeing better brands, and the shopping experience is better” than before. Wal-Mart says that’s no accident. It’s placing a big bet on the redesign of most of its 3,600 stores, started last fall. This fiscal year, it plans to redo as many as 600 at a cost of $1.6 billion to $1.7 billion. The prototype for the remodeling includes lower shelves to make it easier to see across the store, better lighting and wider aisles. Expanded electronics areas will include interactive displays to test video games and

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Dramatically hardening the U.S. reaction to Iran’s disputed elections and bloody aftermath, President Barack Obama condemned the violence against protesters Tuesday and lent his strongest support yet to their accusations the hardline victory was a fraud. Obama, who has been accused Obama by some Republicans of being too timid in his response to events in Iran, declared himself “appalled and outraged” by the deaths and intimidation in Tehran’s streets — and scoffed at suggestions he

was toughening his rhetoric in response to the criticism. He suggested Iran’s leaders will face consequences if they continue “the threats, the beatings and imprisonments” against protesters. But he repeatedly declined to say what actions the U.S. might take, retaining — for now — the option of pursuing diplomatic engagement with Iran’s leaders about its suspected nuclear weapons program. “We don’t know yet how this thing is going to play out,” the president said. “It is not too late for the Iranian government to recognize that there is a peaceful path that will lead to stability and legitimacy and prosperity for the Iranian people. We hope they take it.” Obama borrowed language

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World’s population graying Number of elderly expected to triple in size by 2050 WASHINGTON

The world’s 65-and-older population will triple by midcentury to 1 in 6 people, leaving the U.S. and other nations struggling to support the elderly. The number of senior citizens already has jumped 23 percent since 2000 to 516 million, according to census estimates released Tuesday. That’s more than double the growth rate for the general population. The world’s population has been graying for many years because of declining births and medical advances that have extended life spans. As the fast-

est-growing age group, seniors now comprise less than 8 percent of the world’s 6.8 billion people. But demographers warn the biggest shift is yet to come. They cite a coming wave of retirements from baby boomers and China’s Red Guard generation that will shrink pensions and add to rising health care costs. Germany, Italy, Japan and Monaco have the most senior citizens, with 20 percent or more of their people 65 and older. In the U.S., residents who are 65 and older make up 13 percent of the population, but that will double to 88.5 million by mid-century. In two years, the oldest of the baby boomers

will start turning 65. The baby boomer bulge will continue padding the senior population year after year, growing to 1 in 5 U.S. residents by 2030. “The 2020s for most of the developed world will be an era of fiscal crisis, with a real longterm stagnation in economic growth and ugly political battles over old-age benefits cuts,” said Richard Jackson, director of the Global Aging Initiative at the Washington-based Center for Strategic and International Studies. “In emerging countries like China, they will face the real prospect of a humanitarian aging crisis,” he said.

Ed McMahon remembered as 1 of a kind Lynn Elber

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When Johnny Carson ruled as king of late-night TV, Ed McMahon was the prince of second bananas. McMahon’s great talent as Carson’s “Tonight Show” sidekick was reacting to his every joke, every double-take and every skit as if he’d never heard or seen anything funnier. His implausibly hearty laugh buoyed Carson even when his comedy fell flat, which could

happen to the best of talk show hosts, and encouraged the audience to think they were at the right party. Viewers wanted to do what Ed was McMahon doing: sit next to Johnny and be his good buddy, at least for an hour or so. Each night brought the familiar, booming introduction, rooted in McMahon’s days as an eager young hawker at carnivals and state fairs. “And now h-e-e-e-e-e-ere’s

Johnny!” McMahon shouted out in his rich announcer’s voice, followed by a slight but unmistakable bow toward Carson. Sure, he was kowtowing — but to a really cool boss. McMahon died shortly after midnight Tuesday at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center surrounded by his wife, Pam, and other family members, said his publicist, Howard Bragman. He was 86. Bragman didn’t give a cause of death, saying only that McMahon had a “multitude of health problems the last few months.”

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Crackdown mutes protests in Iran William J. Kole

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Overwhelmed by police and left with limited alternatives, Iranian demonstrators resorted Tuesday to more subtle ways of challenging the outcome of the presidential election: holding up posters, shouting from rooftops and turning on car headlights. But the restrained expressions of discontent appeared to be scattered as Iran’s ruling clerics dealt the opposition new setbacks, making clear they have no intention of holding a new vote and setting up a special court to deal with hundreds of protesters arrested in more than a week of unrest. Iran also expelled two diplomats from Britain — a nation it bitterly accuses of meddling and spying — and Britain in turn sent two Iranian envoys home. The latest moves, and a fresh deployment of riot police and militia to break up any street gatherings, signaled the regime’s determination to squelch dissent

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President Barack Obama In Tehran’s sprawling Grand Bazaar market, shop- said the world was “appalled keepers said customers fright- and outraged” at Tehran’s use ened away by the violent of violence, and other nations crackdown were venturing expressed grave concerns as the back outdoors. standoff fueled “These past few an increasingly “... We must also days the situation acrimonious interbear witness to the national dispute was not good,” courage and dignity about how to said a vendor who of the Iranian engage Iran — a gave his name only country the U.S. as Ali because he people, and to a and its allies have feared retaliaremarkable opening tion. “People were accused of covertwithin Iranian ly trying to build a scared because society. And we nuclear weapon. there was not any “I have made security and people deplore violence it clear that the didn’t come out. against innocent United States But thank God, civilians anywhere respects the sovin the past two or that it takes place.” ereignty of the three days the situation has gotten Islamic Republic Barack Obama much better and of Iran and is U.S. president business is good.” not interfering Severe restricin Iran’s affairs,” tions on reporters Obama said. have made it almost impos- “But we must also bear witsible to independently verify ness to the courage and digreports on demonstrations, nity of the Iranian people, clashes and casualties. Iran has and to a remarkable opening ordered journalists for interna- within Iranian society. And we tional news agencies to stay in deplore violence against innotheir offices, barring them from cent civilians anywhere that it takes place.” reporting on the streets.

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The assassination of the leader of a renegade Pakistani Taliban faction by one of his own men Tuesday underscores a growing rift in the ranks of the militant group as it braces for an impending army assault in the volatile northwest. Qari Zainuddin’s killing sets back government hopes of exploiting these internal divisions in the South Waziristan tribal region, where the army has been pounding strongholds of Pakistani Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud in apparent preparation for a major, U.S.backed offensive. Suspected U.S. missiles also hammered the same areas

Tuesday, striking a purported Taliban training center and later a funeral procession for some of those killed in the first missile attack. Up to 40 people died — including Sangeen Khan, a top aide to Mehsud — and 60 more were wounded, said two intelligence officials who spoke on condition of anonymity because it would compromise their jobs. Mehsud has humbled the Pakistani army in past battles and has been closing ranks this year by forging fresh alliances with other powerful Taliban leaders and killing off opponents. Although Zainuddin was never seen as a serious challenger to Mehsud, the government had clearly hoped his outspoken criticism of the Taliban leader would foster

others to defect and help the army with tips on where to find him. Aides to the slain Taliban official said a guard walked into Zainuddin’s office after morning prayers and opened fire at about 7 a.m., hitting him in the head and chest, and then fled in a waiting car. Baz Mohammad, a Zainuddin aide who was wounded, accused Mehsud of ordering the assassination. Zainuddin recently had criticized Mehsud for using suicide bombings to target civilians and, more importantly in his view, clerics inside mosques. “It was definitely Baitullah’s man who infiltrated our ranks, and he has done his job,” Mohammad said, vowing to avenge the death. ��

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Mousavi’s rebel stature being eroded Authorities gain upper hand as opposition leader hesitates to be street agitator Brian Murphy

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Mir Hossein Mousavi is still nominally the guiding force of the fury about Iran’s disputed election. But there are ample signs his rebel stature is being eroded by his hesitation to shift from campaigner to street agitator as his supporters challenge security forces. The questions Mousavi about Mousavi’s standing are part of a larger debate about the direction of the unprecedented assault on Iran’s Islamic leadership. The size of the demonstrations has fallen sharply since Mousavi led hundreds of thousands through Tehran last week after claims of vote rigging in the June 12 presidential election. At the same time, the growing threats and firepower from security forces leave little doubt that authorities are prepared to strike back hard.

A gathering of about 200 people Monday was quickly broken up by tear gas and shots fired into the air. On Tuesday, protesters retreated to much milder methods: honking car horns, chanting from rooftops and holding up posters denouncing the crackdown and alleged vote fraud. It gave the clear impression of authorities gaining the upper hand, at least for the moment. Crushing the protesters’ spirits and ability to regroup likely would mean even greater rewards and power for Iran’s Revolutionary Guard — the Islamic regime’s main military muscle and backer of hard-line President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. And it could put reformists under relentless pressure for years to come. But it’s still far too early to declare the opposition forces doomed. Protest organizers are appealing for another major rally, perhaps Thursday, in hopes of recapturing momentum and projecting their resolve. They also appear to be moving beyond Mousavi’s specific call for a new election and widen-

ing their rage against the entire Islamic power structure. What’s still missing, however, are clear signals from Mousavi. He left many followers bewildered with twin messages this week. He called on his backers to maintain the cries to annul the election results that showed a landslide victory for Ahmadinejad. But he also declared full respect for Iran’s Islamic system and even described as “our brothers” the pro-regime militias who have beaten demonstrators and been blamed by protesters for gunning down marchers last week. Other indications point to a drift away from Mousavi. The ribbons and banners of his “green wave” election campaign have been much less conspicuous at recent marches and clashes. The chants were less about Mousavi’s demand for a new election and more about general outrage toward the ruling establishment, including once unimaginable denunciations of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It raises the prospect of

Mousavi’s movement fragmenting — with more militant branches breaking away from those adhering to Mousavi’s call to fight within the system. Such a split could bring more confrontations and leave the divided forces more vulnerable to crackdown and mass arrests. “It’s not really about Mousavi any more,” said Ali Nader, an Iran specialist at the RAND Corp. “The population has expressed its unhappiness with the system. You could argue that Iran has reached the point where the population has said: ‘Enough is enough.”’

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The American military doctors watched in horror as the oxygen mask on the young Afghan girl’s face started to melt. The 8-year-old’s skin was smoking from white phosphorus, a lethal chemical. Her hair was burned away. Her face, head, neck and arms were scorched yellow, pink and black. When the doctors tried to scrape away the dead tissue, flames leapt out. More than 15 surgeries later, Razia is scheduled to be released Wednesday from the U.S. military hospital at Bagram. She can smile again. She has learned to say “ice cream” in English and play catch with nurses. But her skin will remain

scarred, her hair will never grow of Kabul. Abdul Aziz, a father back and the mystery behind her of nine, told his children to get tragedy remains unsolved: Who inside their mud-brick home. fired the white phosphorus? But two shells ripped through After months of care, her the house. Fire, smoke and dust nurse, a mother of filled the room. “The sound of the three girls back in “The sound of the U.S., considers the blast was very blast was very Razia her fourth strong, and I was strong, and I was daughter. almost unconalmost unconscious. scious. I couldn’t “You’re just not I couldn’t think.” think. My children even sure whether were shouting at this child is going me: ‘Wake up! to make it or not,” Abdul Aziz Father of injured girl You’re burning!” said Capt. Christine Aziz said. Collins. “And then Flames engulseeing her actually walk for the first time, taking fed Razia. Aziz dumped a her outside for the first time bucket of water on her but the ... it’s one of those life-chang- chemicals burned on. ing things that you’ll never, ever Two of Razia’s sisters lay forget.” dead. Five other family memRazia had just finished bers, including the mother, were breakfast when U.S., French seriously wounded. and Afghan forces appeared near her village March 14 in the Tagab Valley of Kapisa, north

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Investors are holding off making big moves while they wait for the Federal Reserve. Stocks ended little changed Tuesday, a day after the major indexes had their worst day in two months. Traders are looking for the central bank at its two-day meeting ending Wednesday to outline its

expectations for the economy and signal when it might increase interest rates. Investors reacted coolly to a report from the National Association of Realtors that May sales of existing homes increased 2.4 percent. The increase was smaller than economists’ forecast of 2.8 percent and not enough to alleviate anxiety about reports later in the week on durable goods orders, new home sales and per-

sonal spending. “There’s not a lot of conviction on behalf of buyers,” said Jim Herrick, manager of equity trading at Baird & Co. The Fed is widely expected to keep its key interest rate near zero, but investors are unsure how optimistic the policymakers will be in the economic assessment that accompanies their rate decision, and whether the central bank will consider increasing rates later

this year to curb inflation. Analysts say the Fed might dismantle some of the emergency supports it has put in place for the economy, a move that could make investors nervous. At its meeting in March, the Fed introduced $1.2 trillion in spending that included the purchase of $300 billion in government debt to help drive down interest rates. Rates fell but have since come off their

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Dixson helps injured rider

Crested Butte race offers up surprises John F. Russell

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Mountain bike racer Linnea Dixson knew she would face bigger and tougher fields after moving up to Category 1 for Saturday’s Wildflower Rush cross-country event in Crested Butte, but she had no way to expect what happened as she neared the end of her first lap. “I came out of the woods and there she was, screaming,” Dixson said. Dixson suddenly encountered another rider who had crashed and broken her collarbone. Dixson, a 17-year-old rider from Steamboat Springs, didn’t hesitate to stop in the middle of her race and comfort the woman. After a few moments, Dixson jumped back on her bike and went in search of help. “I sprinted to find a medic,” Dixson said. “Once I found them, they told me they would take care of it and that I should continue. But that’s the kind of thing that can shake you up.” Dixson did continue. She finished the first lap and completed the second en route to a fourth-place finish at the fourth Mountain State Cup race of the summer. She admits that the mid-race sprint for help took some kick out of her legs down the stretch, and that seeing the woman in pain was distracting for most of the race. “That impacts the way you ride,” Dixson said. “You tend to be more cautious, and it’s hard to focus.” It was Dixson’s first attempt to race in Category 1, which is one step below professional. She needed a top finish to qualify for the national finals in July. But despite the first-lap mishap, she still qualified and left the race feeling like she could See Dixson, page 36

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Connor Klein, of Lone Tree, takes a shot on No. 15 on Tuesday at the Haywhacker Junior Golf Championships at Haymaker Golf Course. Klein defeated Brennan Dolan, of Boulder, in a playoff.

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Highlands Ranch golfer takes Haywhacker title at Haymaker Golf Course Luke Graham

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If there was ever a day Connor Klein grew up on a golf course, it was Tuesday during the final round of the Haywhacker Junior Golf Championships at Haymaker Golf Course. Klein, a rising sophomore who plays golf for Highlands

Ranch High School, battled early nerves with a more experienced final group and closed out a college-bound golfer in a playoff to win the boys championship, with a 1-over-par 145. Brennan Dolan, who will play for the University of Colorado next year, finished second with a 145 but lost in the playoff. A.J. Morris finished third with a 146. “Actually, to be honest, I was

really nervous because I never played with those guys,” Klein said about playing in the final group. “I was really nervous the first four holes. But I started to get back into a rhythm and found I could hang with those guys.” Besides a bogey on No. 2, Klein looked like the more experienced golfer. He had a one-shot lead over first-round leader Cody Kent, who shot 69

on Monday, and Clark Shafer going into No. 15. But where Kent and Shafer made bogies on 16 and 17, Klein was smooth with a couple of pars. Heading to the 18th, he’d heard Dolan — who was playing in the group in front of him — was at 2-over heading into the final par 5. See Haywhacker, page 35

Thunderhead Hill Climb today on Mount Werner Luke Graham

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Town Challenge Mountain Bike Series Director Gretchen Sehler likes to classify today’s Thunderhead Hill Climb into three categories. “This is our longest running hill climb we’ve done,” Sehler said. “It just being a hill climb, that’s all it is. It’s a challenge to some people, a pleasure to some people and a hatred to

TOWN CHALLENGE some people. It’s definitely a test.” The race will start with a children’s event at 5:28 p.m. Adult races begin at 6 p.m. and start in two-minute intervals. Registration is from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. at the base of Steamboat Ski Area’s gondola. The cost is $25 for adults

If you go What: Thunderhead Hill Climb Where: Starts at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area gondola When: Children at 5:28 p.m. Adults at 6 p.m. Registration opens at 4:30 p.m. Cost: $25 for adults; $15 for children

and $15 for children. There will be a post-race party at the Tap House Sports Grill. The race, which starts at the gondola and goes to the top of Thunderhead, covers 4.79

miles and gains 2,180 feet of elevation. Sehler said with the race being one of the longest running and most popular, people can treat it as a benchmark for their climbing. “It’s one of those races that people can gauge themselves every year to past races,” she said. “The course stays consistent.” What don’t stay consistent See Climb, page 35

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finally settling down. Steamboat starter Ryan Tibbetts threw well against Green River, but three unearned runs proved to be too much. Capistron and Matt Watwood led Steamboat offensively, each hitting a home run. Hondo Anderson had a pair of hits in the Green River game. “When you only score six runs in three games, it says we didn’t put the ball in play enough,” Roy said. “We didn’t get enough hits to get the job done.” Steamboat resumes action at 3 p.m. today with a home doubleheader against Eagle Valley. The games will be played at Emerald Blue. “Eagle Valley is always tough, but we’re looking forward to getting it on and getting after them,” Roy said. “Our pitching is in good shape, and we’re looking forward to a good doubleheader” today.

Lance Andrews hooks a 23-inch rainbow trout At first, 10-year-old Lance Andrews was positive it was a pike on the end of his line. The fifth-grader fought the fish for more than 35 minutes Saturday at Fetcher Pond before finally reeling in his prize: a 23-inch rainbow trout. “I saw my line going under,” he said. “I didn’t think I had one, but I pulled up, and I did. I thought it was a pike.” Lance caught the fish on his new fly rod, using a black and blue stonefly nymph. He still has the fish and said it’s going to make a nice addition to the wall. Although he wouldn’t give away any of his secrets, Lance said he’s already back on the banks, banking on catching something bigger. “I’m tying a hook on as we speak,” he said Tuesday morning. “Maybe I’ll catch a bigger one. I saw a 32-inch trout swimming near the bank.”

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The Steamboat Springs American Legion baseball team dropped a trio of games during the weekend at a tournament in Green River, Wyo. Playing in the Legion A tournament that allows players up to 19 years old to play, Steamboat fell, 9-0, to Cheyenne 9-2 to Jackson and 5-4 to Green River. All three teams were from Wyoming. “We didn’t do as well as I would have liked,” Steamboat manager Dave Roy said. “But we got beat three times by teams that were all older than we were.” Cheyenne and Jackson each made the elimination round, with Jackson winding up in the finals. In the second two games, Steamboat suffered from either a big inning for the other team or defensive miscues of their own. Against Jackson, Steamboat pitcher Alan Capistron was tagged for five runs in the first inning before

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Bobby Abreu drove in the tying and go-ahead runs with a bases-loaded single in the eighth inning after Colorado third baseman Ian Stewart messed up two bunt plays, and the Los Angeles

MLB Angels won, 4-3, Tuesday night to hand the Rockies their second loss in 19 games. Colorado had won six straight overall and a club-record nine in a row on the road. Troy Tulowizki’s two home

runs and three RBIs helped Ubaldo Jimenez (6-7) take a 32 lead into the eighth. But the right-hander walked Jeff Mathis leading off the inning, and Erick Aybar was awarded a bunt single after Stewart fielded the ball up the line and looked toward second before throwing late to first.

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Steamboat’s Ptach finishes tied for 18th

Series director: Race trail is in great shape Climb continued from 33 are the conditions. But with sunshine in the forecast and a trail that’s in great shape, times should be fast. “It’s a challenging climb, too,” said Barkley Robinson, who set the course record last year with a time of 34 minutes, 42 seconds. “It doesn’t let up much, and it’s a pretty good

consistent grade. It’s a pretty good climb all the way up. The trail is in good shape. It’s fast and smooth.” There will be parking available at the Knoll Parking Lot, the structured lots and where the old Thunderhead building used to be. Sehler said the trail is in great shape after Steamboat Ski Area did lots of mainte-

nance before opening the route for public use. She said with it being one of the most popular races, she encouraged people to show up early. “Just come on out,” she said. “Race or cheer for your favorite rider. We love to have spectators on the course.” — To reach Luke Graham, call 871-4229 or e-mail lgraham@steamboatpilot.com

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“I knew (Dolan) was going to birdie No. 18,” Klein said. Klein set himself up in prime position for a birdie with a drive right in the middle of the fairway. His second shot caught the greenside bunker. He chunked one out from there and left a putt six feet short. Knowing he had to make it to force a playoff, Klein admitted he was again nervous. “I was shaking,” he said. “It had quite a bit of break to it. I hit it firm at the right edge, and it went in.” On the playoff hole, No. 15, Klein hit his drive in the fairway while Dolan’s was in the left rough. Each player had about 175 yards to the center of the green. With wind in their face and an uphill shot, each judged it to be a different yardage. Dolan thought his would play at about 190 yards. His shot

flew to the very back edge of the took a triple bogey on No. 8. “I’m playing good,” Ptach three-tiered green, leaving him a downhill snake — a long putt said. “I don’t think I’ve had that with significant break. Klein, many birdies in a round. I’m meanwhile, played his second giving myself good opportunities, I just need to shot at 184 yards “I was shaking. It work on my short and hit it nearly putting.” perfect, to within had quite a bit of Danielle Ur12 feet. break to it. I hit it man won the girls Dolan lagged his firm at the right 14- to 18-year-old putt to four feet and edge, and it went in.” division, by shootKlein missed his ing a two-day birdie. But Dolan total of 162. Holly just missed his par Connor Klein Schaefer won the putt, giving Klein Winner of the Hawhacker at Haymaker Golf Course girls 11- to 13the championship. year-old division “I left it above shooting a 181. the hole,” Dolan said about his last putt. “I left Jake Staiano won the boys 11a downhill slider and hit it too to 13-year-old division shooting 156, Nicholas Reisch won the hard.” Steamboat’s lone represen- boys 14- to 15-year-old division tative in the boys champion- shooting at 153, and Ryan Frost ship, Scott Ptach, finished tied won the boys 16- to 18-year-old for 18th after shooting a 77 on division, shooting a 157. Tuesday. Ptach had an up and down — To reach Luke Graham, call 871-4229 or e-mail lgraham@steamboatpilot.com day. He made five birdies but

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Boys 11 to 13 (Rollingstone Ranch) 1. Jake Staiano, Englewood, CO, 76-80-156 +12 2. Hayden Nicholaides, Castle Rock, CO, 82-78160 +16 3. Payton DeVencenty, Aurora, CO, 74-87-161 +17 4. Timothy Taylor, Fort Collins, CO, 79-83-162 +18 5. Joshua Seiple, Castle Rock, CO, 82-81-163 +19 6. Jackson Burke, Centennial, CO, 80-84-164 +20 7. Clayton Crawford, Aspen, CO, 85-82-167 +23 8. A J Ott, Fort Collins, CO, 84-84-168 +24 9. Adair Warren, Longmont, CO, 90-79-169 +25 9. Jackson Vacek, Lafayette, CO, 84-85-169 +25 11. Grant Rogers, Boulder, CO, 85-86-171 +27 11. Will Thwaites, Fort Collins, CO, 83-88-171 +27 13. Andrew Howe, Longmont, CO, 87-85-172 +28 13. Colton Jones, Aurora, CO, 88-84-172 +28 15. Ross Macdonald, Castle Rock, CO, 89-84-173 +29

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Girls 14 to 18 (Haymaker) 1. Danielle Urman, Greenwood Village, CO, 77-85162 +18 2. Christina Spinzig, Evergreen, CO, 87-76-163 +19 3. Katy Dyachkova, Centennial, CO, 83-84-167 +23 4. Sara Shafer, Castle Rock, CO, 90-78-168 +24 5. Caroline Herald, Coral Gables, FL, 91-78-169 +25 5. Lindsay McGetrick, Highlands Ranch, CO, 8980-169 +25 7. Sarah Moore, Greenwood Village, CO, 87-88175 +31 7. Alexandra Pedrinan, Littleton, CO, 89-86-175 +31 9. Michaela Breit, Greeley, CO, 91-88-179 +35 10. Callie Hodgkinson, Mead, CO, 100-80-180 +36 11. Mikayla Tatman, Longmont, CO, 99-89-188 +44 11. Katie Moats, Wheat Ridge, CO, 97-91-188 +44 13. Sara Swaney, Larkspur, CO, 97-92-189 +45 14. Carlie McAlister, Castle Rock, CO, 101-95-196 +52 15. Laura Gritz, Castle Rock, CO, 101-96-197 +53 15. Kaylee Findley, Granby, CO, 96-101-197 +53

Boys 14 to 15 (Rollingstone Ranch) 1. Nicholas Reisch, Thornton, CO, 73-80-153 +9 2. Jared Mannatt, Longmont, CO, 81-80-161 +17 2. Joey Muckler, Centennial, CO, 80-81-161 +17 4. Jesse Beetham, Woody Creek, CO, 77-86-163 +19 4. Matthew Weiss, Highlands Ranch, CO, 77-86163 +19 6. Matthew Vacek, Lafayette, CO, 86-79-165 +21 6. Benjamin Moore, Englewood, CO, 82-83-165 +21 6. Max Urman, Greenwood Village, CO, 76-89-165 +21 9. Kevin Klatman, Boulder, CO, 81-85-166 +22 9. Jimmy Makloski, Pueblo, CO, 78-88-166 +22 11. Matt Renner, Loveland, CO, 82-85-167 +23 12. Jim Dalton, Englewood, CO, 87-82-169 +25 13. Ryan Schmitz, Greenwood Village, CO, 87-83170 +26 13. Joey Saad, Grand Junction, CO, 83-87-170 +26 15. John Galgano, Highlands Ranch, CO, 86-86172 +28 15. Jordan Kennaugh, Golden, CO, 85-87-172 +28

2. Brennan Dolan, Boulder, CO, 75-70-145 +1 3. A.J. Morris, Boca Raton, FL, 73-73-146 +2 4. Cody Kent, Castle Rock, CO, 69-78-147 +3 5. Caleb Barker, Highlands Ranch, CO, 76-72-148 +4 5. Brendan Connolly, Castle Rock, CO, 74-74-148 +4 7. Clark Shafer, Castle Rock, CO, 71-78-149 +5 8. Cory Thelen, Castle Rock, CO, 77-73-150 +6 8. Palmer Giro, Fort Collins, CO, 77-73-150 +6 10. Bryan Fickle, Sedalia, CO, 76-75-151 +7 10. David Holtgrewe, Englewood, CO, 73-78-151 +7 12. Jackson Giro, Fort Collins, CO, 76-76-152 +8 13. Cole Cunningham, Centennial, CO, 80-73-153 +9 13. Ethan Freeman, Littleton, CO, 76-77-153 +9 15. Danny Boylen, Monument, CO, 78-76-154 +10 15. Eric Parish, Laramie, WY, 75-79-154 +10

Boys 16 to 18 (Rollingstone Ranch) 1. Ryan Frost, Falcon, CO, 81-76-157 +13 2. Sam Mobley, Castle Rock, CO, 80-78-158 +14 3. Brad Porter, Greenwood Village, CO, 81-79-160 +16 4. Bryan Brennan, Eagle, CO, 89-72-161 +17 5. Kyle Tobin, Highlands Ranch, CO, 79-83-162 +18 6. Blake Basham, Highlands Ranch, CO, 87-77164 +20 7. Alan Capistron, Steamboat Springs, CO, 86-82168 +24 8. Brandon Martin, Windsor, CO, 85-84-169 +25 8. Austin Lucero, Superior, CO, 79-90-169 +25 10. Steven Koreny, Lakewood, CO, 82-88-170 +26 11. Ryan Smith, Monument, CO, 86-85-171 +27 11. Matt Crowley, Highlands Ranch, CO, 89-82171 +27 13. Will Heuer, Greenwood Village, CO, 83-89-172 +28 13. Ethan Grider, Fruita, CO, 80-92-172 +28 15. Kevin Tagliareni, Castle Rock, Colorado, 8490-174 +30

Girls 11 to 13 (Haymaker) 1. Holly Schaefer, Greenwood Village, CO, 93-88181 +37 2. Andrea Ballou, Larkspur, CO, 95-89-184 +40 3. Sydney Merchant, Morrison, CO, 91-95-186 +42 4. Jennifer Kupcho, Westminster, CO, 103-84-187 +43 4. Leah McGetrick, Highlands Ranch, CO, 93-94187 +43 6. Kylee Sullivan, Colorado Springs, CO, 97-95192 +48 7. Adara Pauluhn, Niwot, CO, 101-97-198 +54 8. Gillian Vance, Lakewood, CO, 110-89-199 +55 8. Michelle Romano, Littleton, CO, 106-93-199 +55 10. Mary Weinstein, Highlands Ranch, CO, 10892-200 +56 11. Sydney Gillespie, Highlands Ranch, CO, 11199-210 +66 12. Morgan Sahm, Centennial, CO, 111-105-216 +72 13. Delaney Elliott, Superior, CO, 120-103-223 +79 14. Madalyn Hancock, Cherry Hills Village, CO, 119-110-229 +85 15. Leah Donnelly, Lakewood, CO, 129-112-241 +97

Boys Championship (Haymaker) 1. x-Connor Klein, Lone Tree, CO, 72-73-145 +1

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compete at the higher level, among the 15- to 18-year-old riders. “I raced Category 2 all of last year, and moving up was always part of the plan,” Dixson said. “This is where I’m supposed to be. I think I can win at this level, but I’m going to have to come up with a strategy.” She says race winner Alicia Rose Pastore, of Durango, has set the standard, and that catching her and the other riders at the top of the division will be a challenge. “She wins all the time,” Dixson said. “Everybody is chasing her — she’s really good.” Dixson finished just 20 seconds out of third place and isn’t sure how much time the midrace incident cost her. Still, she said she didn’t regret stopping, and would do it again no matter where she was among the racers. “It’s one of those things,” Dixson said. “I would want somebody to stop and help me, and it’s not something that you just ride past.” Several other Steamboat riders raced to top finishes at the Crested Butte event, including

Brad Bingham, who placed 12th in the pro men’s division, and Kelly Boniface, who was third in the pro women’s division. In the other Category 1 divisions, Peter Kalmes raced to a fourth-place finish for men ages 19 to 29, Sean Geisler was eighth in the men’s 15 to 18 division, Chris Tamucci was seventh in the men’s 30 to 39 division and Jody Gale was eighth in the women’s 30 to 39 division. In Category 2, Rose Alford was first in the women’s 40-plus division. Jeffery Gay was fifth, Mark Dennis was seventh, and Aiden Rohde was 12th in the men’s 15 to 18 division. Genevieve Dice was third, and Sarah Dixson was fifth in Category 2 for riders 15 to 18. Alec Schaffer was second in the men’s 15 to 18 division for Category 3 riders. Many of the riders at the Wildflower Rush were part of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club’s mountain biking team. Coach Ben Clark said it was a tough outing, as local riders had to adjust to rough trail conditions that resulted in a large number of mechanical issues.

Local finishers Steamboat Springs finishers in other races at the Wildflower Rush in Crested Butte, June 19 to 21 Wildflower Rush Downhill Category 2 Men 15 to 18 31. Sean Geisler, 4 minutes, 44.65 seconds Men 19 to 29 1. Adam Carrera, 4:04.89 32. Ian Gale, 4:37.98 Men 30 to 39 7. Tony Achilli, 4:23.14 Women 3. Kyra Alexander, 5:00.94 Category 3 Men 15 to 18 26. Wylie Brownell, 5:04.95 Wildfire Rush Maverick Super-D Men 19 to 29 3. Ian Gale, 12:52.80

“It’s just part of racing,” Clark said. “I think it was a good experience for a lot of our riders who are not used to dealing with those conditions.” The Steamboat riders will now prepare for the National Championships, July 16 to 19 at Sol Vista Bike Park in Granby. Seven of the nine members of the SSWSC mountain bike program have qualified to race along with several other local riders.

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2008 BMW 335 XI for sale. 60 Black on black fully loaded. 13,000 miles. Paid $47,000 - now $36,000. Call 970-629-1388. 1993 Subaru Legacy Wagon, Automatic, Great condition, problem with 2nd gear, 143k miles, $500. 879-7094 After 3pm M & M Auto will buy your junker. If your junk car is complete, we’ll haul it away and give you $$$. Call 970-879-8178. 1995 Nissan Maxima, manual, 122k, good condition with power windows & doors, heated seats, leather interior, and Bose stereo system. $3,200 call 970-734-8118 FINANCING / WORKING PEOPLE! $750.00 MINIMUM DOWNPAYMENT. NO CREDITCHECK. Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. “Working Cars / Working People - 24,000 Mile Warranties! www.checkpointautosales.com

95 Polaris 300, with snow plow, 4x4, $2,000, 2000 Polaris 250 4x4, $1,800, both in excellent condition, always garaged, 819-4422 For Sale: 1991 Polaris 4 Wheeler, 4x4 Looks and runs good. $1700 Call 846-0810

1998 Honda Civic, Sweet! 2006 Ford Focus, 46k/miles! 2001 Buick Century 69k/miles! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com 60 vehicles available! 1999 SAAB 9-5 Fully Loaded, Turbo. 144k miles runs great. Thule rack. $3,999 call kyle (603)969-3050. 1990 Volvo 760Turbo, runs great, $1500 OBO (570)362-4086.

Toyota Tacoma Topper, older, black, very good shape short box, high back door, $400 819-4422.

AVON 7ft 4-person inflatable raft. Includes removable wood floor,oars, pump, motor mount, seats and storage bag. $700 firm (970) 879-9827 New 22’ G3 Pontoon, deluxe interior, standup dressing room, Garmin 90HP, 4 - stroke, Yamaha, Bimini, Huge Discount, dealer 824-6544 New, Safe, Reliable, clean, quiet, “G3” V170 fishing boat. 60HP 4 - stroke FI Yamaha, Big discount, dealer 824-6544 1989 Mastercraft with Tower, 351 Ford, very clean, $11,000 970-734-8879 or lm 970-879-3435 1998 Malibu Response LX Ski Boat, Great condition! Low hours, excellent maintenance, great sound system. Well below market $14,750. 291-1093.

1998 Chevy Prizm, $3500 OBO, Great mileage, Runs great, clean, new tires, breaks, 629-0743 2004 Honda Civic EX, 68k, Super clean, Great MPG, very good condition, $8000 OBO 846-9974 1999 Jetta, new body, 125k, well maintained, excellent shape, Good 1st car. Blue book $6500. Asking $5000 OBO Call 970-878-5986 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, new model, 5 speed, silver, 109K, snow tires, ski-bike racks, asking $3,700 obo, 819-2723 95 Toyota Tercel, 5 speed manual, good runner, 40+ mpg, $2,000, 870-0266 2002 Subaru Impreza, WRX, Turbo, 78K, Silver, Black Interior, $9,000 OBO, Call Danny 846.4838 1966 Mustang 280 Coupe on Double Axle Trailer #4500 For both. Call Haydn 970-846-0488, 970-879-3948

2005 Mini Cooper Convertable Yellow, Black Top, Manual, Stored Oct - April, 27 - 35 MPG, ONLY 4,500 miles. $19,000 970-870-8043

1995 KTM 620 Dual Sport. Great bike, Great Price $2000. Call 970-846-8026 FOR SALE: 2006 Harley Davidson Fat Boy with extras, 700 miles, Mint condition. 970-276-3677 2004 Yamaha Vmax-1200 cc motorcycle, 1100 original miles like new! $6100.00 OBO call 824-7029 for more info. 1992 Honda Goldwing, Great shape! 824-5072 YZ250F for Sale, 02, $2,000, obo. Runs Great! 871-9873 1979 Honda CB750K Motorcycle, 10th Anniversary Edition, 6715 miles, Windjammer Fairing, $2500 Call 970-824-3344 or 303-807-2035 Must Sell: 2000 HD Road King. Low miles, stage one, chipped, hard bags. Below market $9,400, to sell quickly. 291-1093 02” 49cc Yamaha Vino Scooter. Great Condition. $1,400 - (720) 299-1887 2007 KLR 650, 60 MPG, 3200 miles, garage kept, many extras including armor jacket, 2 helmets, $4800. Call Steve 879-7413 1980 Suzuki GS1000 runs, needs work. $350 local cell, 303-579-8647 2004 CRF-250X Honda; 2006 Yamaha TTR-250, low miles, like new. Dirt, street ready. See at Extreme Power Sports 970-879-9175, 970-276-4821 2006 KTM 450exc lights off road ready $4,000 OBO 970-846-5358.

2005 YAMAHA BANSHEE $3200. 2003 SKI DOO 800 $2600. 2001 ARTIC CAT 600 SNO PRO $1400. 1998 ARTIC CAT 500 ZL $600. 2001 GREEN MOUNTAIN CAT 800 BROKE CRANK $500. RECESSION SUX. CALL KEITH 846-6969

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

2009 23’ Keystone Springdale Travel Trailer with full bath, stove and oven, microwave, air conditioner, big sink, radio and cd player with indoor / outdoor speakers. Sleeps seven, lots of storage, excellent condition. Comes with stabalizing hitch. Only used one Summer. Asking $16,500. NADA value $17,000. 970-824-1036

(4) 1999-05 Jeep Wranglers, Outstanding! (2) Honda Passports, Sharp! (3) Jeep Grand Cherokees, Very Nice! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.tomreuter.com 2003 Subaru Forester AWD, Excellent condition, 56k miles, good tires. $8500 Call 846-1575

2000 ISUZU TROOPER, excellent condition 106K miles, new tires, 70,000 on new factory motor, 2nd owner, $6,000, call 846-3926 97 Ford Expedition, 192K, great shape! well maintained, $4,300 obo, 970-620-2984 2004 Chevy Suburban, 114K miles, Yampa Valley Bank taking bids through Friday, June 26. 875-1606

1999 Chevy S-10, 4x4, ladder rack & topper, 90k, ok condition. Asking $2500 OBO Call Matt 819-2993

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2002 Ford F150 Super Crew Cab, short bed, 65K, Great Condition, Kelly BB $12,400 + $700 tires put on 6/9/09. 970-846-8556

2004 Jeep Wrangler Sport 23,600 miles, extras, Hardtop, Softtop, Original Owner, no off-road use, 5speed, Extraordinary Condition $15,750.00 970-819-2074

2007 Honda CRF 230F. Excellent condition, rode 6 times, never wrecked. $2,300 OBO. (970) 234-3406.

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91’ Toyota Pickup, new engine, runs great! Good Valley Truck, 4wd, $1,500, 879-7729

1973 LAND ROVER Defender III, 88”, Rare right hand drive, runs perfectly, strong motor, shifts nicely, $6,000, 970-723-3277

98 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, needs work, moving and must get rid of, make me an offer. (941)321-3145

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96’ Ford 3/4ton 4x4, single cab, Tommy Lift tailgate, runs great. $3,500 824-8755 evenings.

1990 Jeep Wrangler, black, near mint, 4 cylinder, 5 speed, rebuilt Tran & clutch. 100k, Runs excellent, 3 tops, soft doors, tow package $4999. 720-352-6463

2003 Jaguar X-Type 55k, AWD, like new. $9500 Call 846-1250

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2003 Chevy Silverado. Extended cab, 1500. 4x4, Z71, auto everything, matching topper, 140,000 mi. Mechanically sound. $7,000. OBO. (970) 819-8687

(30) Subaru Outbacks, Foresters, and Imprezas, from $1,500 / $15,000! 2002 Dodge AWD Caravan, 60/k/miles! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com. Warranties!

3 New Truckloads Sale! PJ gooseneck & bumper Trailers, CM Truckbeds, Montana 4WD Tractors, Big Discounts, dealer 824-6544

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(12) Trucks from $500 Down! 1989 Ranger Pickup, $2,250. #2479 (3) Toyota Tacomas, WoW! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com. Warranties!

For Sale 1987 Jeep Wrangler new sml, blk Chevy frt and rr lockers new canvas top upgraded drivetrain must see! $6500.00 OBO (970)629-0155

1997 Lance Squire 3000 8’6” Overhead camper, excellent condition. $8500 Call 970-878-4500

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DEERFOOT AUCTION SERVICE is now scheduling estate farm and ranch and business auctions, contact Mike to schedule your sale today! 970-629-0321

“so much depends - upon a red wheel - barrow” WC Williams Downtown Books 643 Yampa Craig 970-824-5343 Graaco stroller, infant car seat. Booster seats, Pack and Play. swim float, Musical leap frog table and much more! 970-846-8296

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FREE:4 Free kittens to good homes. Call 970-276-3264

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FREE:Appendix Quarter Horse Throughbred cross, 23 yrs gelding, needs loving home, great companion horse, possible light riding, 481-2130

SPORTING CLAYS

9AM-4PM, Driving range open 9AM-6PM. Call for details 970-846-5647 - www.3qc.net. Tune-ups, Troubleshooting & Repairs All Computer & Laptop Brands New & Used PCs, Laptops & Parts, Virus Removal & Prevention, Wireless Networking, DELL Registered Partner 970-879-8890 DaveGlantz@ComputerCures.biz

Painting crew for hire. No job too big or small. Call 846-1044

2 door True reach in refrigerator, 2 stainless steel tables, slicer, table top deep fryer. Call 846-7882

NEED DRYWALL WORK? Hang, Tape, texture, Patchwork. No job too big or small, Competitive Pricing. Jeramy (970)819-7324, (970)819-9974

PC COMPUTER SERVICES HALF PRICE Residential Computer Repair, located in Steamboat. Microsoft Certified Professional. Tune Ups, Troubleshooting, Repairs and Installations. Cell:(818)426-9095 chill333@live.com.

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Free to a good home. 21yr Missouri Foxtrotter Mare. Healthy, great ground manners, packs, ridable by experienced rider only. 846-5190

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MENSWEAR: Tall Sizes. Extreme Quality from my Closet Sale. Pants (34” waist), Sweaters (LG) and Outerwear. Good Father’s Day ideas! 846-3124

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�� Structural Pipe for Sale. Most sizes available. Great for fencing, coral’s, arenas, etc. Truckload discounts. Please call (970) 352-4330.

46” Concrete troweling machine used once, and other miscellaneous concrete tools. 970-638-0100

Vermeer 605H Baler, NH 499 Swather, Meadow drags, Heavy Steel Gates, Ph. 846-1191 day, 879-3624 evening JD post hole auger, 500 gal. fuel tank, hay sled runners, hay wagon running gear, grain auger. 970-846-1191 day, 970-879-3624 evening 80hp Belarus 4x4 Tractor with 8’ snowblower. $5500 John 970-879-6764

Discounted Steel Buildings. Big & Small, Get the Deal of Deals! Placement to Site. www.scg-grp.com Source #1B7 Phone: 970-367-4335

Locally Harvested & Milled. Beautiful Bluestain Pine. All sizes Lumber, Post & Beams. Be green - save $$$. 970-879-5359

Swather for sale. 1992 Self propelled McDom 12’ Cummins Diesel. $5,000 970-824-6434 5 sizes of 4WD Montana Compact & utility Tractors in stock ready to work, Implement packages & Factory Discounts. Dealer, 824-6544 Great Haying Tractor, new 72HP Montana Limited 4WD Tractor, with loader, Easy start class 2 Pto, Great Price, dealer 824-6544 2005 Zetor 8441 Tractor with cab, 650 hours. Call 970-276-4803 evenings.

CONCEALED CARRY CLASS, One-day class in Kremmling. June 27th. $75.00 or gunsmokebob@msn.com 970-724-3311 Remington 22 Rifle 541-S-W, Red Field 2X7 Scope $650; Smith & Wesson 617 Stainless 10 Shot, 22 Revolver $625. 846-8930

FIREWOOD: Round or Split $100 per cord, We load. Call 970-778-2439 or 879-3475

Free towing of unwanted & abandoned vehicles. 879-1065 FREE: 2 reclining couches, fare condition. Pick up ASAP. 970-871-4567 FREE Kenmore refrigerator. Clean, great condition. Bisque color, 19-20 cu. ft. 846-9600.

LEGAL HAPPY HOUR Free legal advice

Call to sign up. Randall Salky, Attorney at Law McGill Professional Law 970-879-6200 ext. 13 Free 56” couch, umbrella stroller, car seat 879-7736

TempurPedic Deluxe King mattress 20 months old, box springs, bed frame, excellent condition, no stains, nonsmoking home without pets. $1,400, 819-0228

Natural Pine Log Dining Table

75”x41”, five matching leather chairs and one matching armed chair. $950, 970-870-8627 970-846-8041 Complete Full-Queen Bedroom - Light Green, Maple Tops, Including lamps, comforter, curtains Perfect - $800 Glass-Metal Sofa Table $100. 879-5556

FREE refrigerator, stove, king sized mattress, and a computer, keyboard and monitor. All work great. Call 870-9898 FREE: 2 pet female Ferrets, 5’ cage. 879-5994 or 819-7598

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FREE: Hundreds of Christian books at 32305 CR 38 at the base of Buff Pass. Available 9:00-4:00 daily, this week.

Now accepting antique consignments. Hayden Artisans’ Marketplace. Call 276-2019. Open Tues-Sat, 10a-6p Experienced House Cleaner for hire, references available, call Christina @ 871-1418

The Boys and Girls Club of Steamboat is looking for a ping pong table. Please Call the Club @ 871-3160 if you can help.

Scooter, Schwinn 49cc’s, no drivers license required. Pink and white. 229 miles, garage kept. Like new, 100mpg $995.00 Call 970-846-5077

Furniture Sale at The Hampton Inn & Suites of Steamboat: Armoire, Mirrors, Art Work and Other Miscellaneous items. 10 am to 5 pm daily- Monday through Friday. 970-871-8900

SAT & ACT TUTORING FOR 2010

Computer Desk, $25, Dark Pine Hutch $150, Light pine armoire $120, loveseat $100, Dining Room table, 8 chairs $350 819-6186

General tutoring also available. All subjects, all ages. Ivy League School Junior, former SSHS valedictorian offering tutoring. Call Max 970-879-9057

STEAMBOAT’S MATTRESS HEADQUARTERS Mountain Mattress and furniture, Queen sets from $299. All natural, memory foam, 22 models on floor (970)879-8116

6 panel solid wood doors: 3’x5’ architectural drafting table $175; 21” 3-tier skutt kiln-new; whirlpool oven 4 burner $100.00. 870-1781

IntExt LLC

Jeans a little tight? Try something that works. Take it off keep it off. Get ready for Spring! 970-824-9284

Call us for all your remodeling needs! Licensed & Insured. 970-819-4991 Water Damage Specialist

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Trees, Shrubs, Perennianals Annuals, Mulches, Soil & Ammendments. Metal edging & plenty of free advise all at 3046 Elk River Road. Open 7 days a week. 970-879-4769 Manny’s Handyman Service: Minor remodels, electrical, swamp cooler start up, yard clean up, drywall, etc.... Free estimates! 970-620-1760

Need to get rid of logs? Mingle Wood Timbers Inc. will pick them up for free. (970)871-9238

DAYCARE: Full time openings available starting in July. M- F, 7:30am - 5:30pm only. Call to reserve your spot. 970-824-6571

APPROXIMATELY 5 TONS OF CLEAN COAL. YOU HAUL 970-736-0429

Lopi Berkshire high efficiency free standing gas stove. New $4,700, will sell stove, hearth and piping for $2250. Call 303-324-2346

BLACK bedroom set, queen mattress, headboard, 2 night stands, 6 drawer dresser with mirror-$250, hide-a-bed, 8 chrome dining chairs. 824-5512

Free Queen or King Box springs excellent condition @ the Fairfield Inn. Come around back look in shed.

DONT TOSS IT ! DONATE IT AND SAVE ! HOME RESOURCE AT MILNER LANDFILL ACCEPTING USED AND LEFTOVER BUILDING MATERIALS AND APPLPIANCES 9-3 TUES THRU SAT.

Gas portable generator 8500, Diesel portable generator 7500, Commercial dual tank air compressor, Commercial pressure washer, Commercial trash pump 3” Call 970-846-8693

TOP SOIL! TOP SOIL! TOP SOIL! Kimco 879-6898

FREE Horse Manure for your gardens 879-5811

Free Washer. Is older, but works well! Call to pick up! 970-393-2047

Need Top Soil? Call 970-879-0655

For Sale: Sealy Posturepedic Ultra Plus pillow top Queen Bed with box spring & Frame. 970-846-1023

FREE: Gas Grill, works great, needs cleaning. You Haul. Call 846-8055 LOTS OF FREE STUFF IN ALLEY BEHIND 309 PINE STREET, STEAMBOAT, LEANING ON FENCE.

Specializing in construction, maintenance and repair of water gardens, koi ponds, and pondless waterfalls. Call James, your local Pond guy! 970-879-7665 www.steamboatponds.com

WOW! Yampa Valley Feeds just received a huge order of Sullivan Show Supplies for all your 4H livestock project needs. Horse; Steer; Lamb; Pig and Goat—we have what you need for 4H Expo & Fair. Plus Moon River Garden’s roses, shrubs & flowers galore. Be local & buy local. Open Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm, visit www.yampavalleyfeeds.com or 276-4250.

THE CLEAN UP COMMITTEE- Parking Lot maintenance, Seal Coating, Chuckhole Patching, Stripping, Vacuuming, Crack Filling, Pace ice melt, Propellant 49, Environmental Hot Water Pressure Washer, (Zero Water Run Off), George May, Owner 970-824-2131 HIRE ME! Bookkeeping and Errand Services 970-819-1118 Payroll Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Monthly and Quarterly Taxes, Miscellaneous Office Needs, Errands.

BAD CREDIT, NO CREDIT, BANKRUPTCY?

STILL DOESN’T CHANGE THE FACT YOU NEED TO PAY YOUR BILLS! NEED HELP, BUT DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START? 1-888-355-2542 AN AGENT IS WAITING TO HELP YOU.

ALL STEEL PORTABLE STORAGE CONTAINERS. Strong, secure, weather & rodent proof. Great for business, home, ranch, oil field & more. 8x8x20ft in stock. 8x8x40ft. available. 970-824-3256.

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Landlords, sick of the disasterous mess left behind? Tenants, want your deposit back? Former commercial, residential cleaning company pros get your home, condo, apartment, commercial move in, show ready. get it occupied fast. 846-4330 Free flatrate, reasonable phone estimate-consultation. NEED TUTORING SERVICES? Friendly, effective tutor available for your child or teen, in my home or yours. Most subjects available. Please call 846.0613 if interested.

BUYING GOLD, SILVER AND PLATINUM BULLION AND COINS. Call (970)-824-5807 or Cell (970)-326-8170.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Fast-paced, growing, dynamic law firm in Steamboat Springs looking for Office Manager. Ideal candidate must be smart, independent worker, assertive, detail-oriented. Strong interpersonal skills with professional presentation required. Must be take-charge multi-tasker with strong writing skills who enjoys working in team environment. Career advancement limited only by you. Pay commensurate with experience. Email resumè to ealberding@colo-lawyers.com / fax to 879-8513. Resumès accepted until June 30th.

Must Sell or Trade 3 American Saddlebred Mares, 4 yrs to 17 yrs old. Broken & Unbroken. 970-824-7330

WEEDS

Your best pasture improvement is weed control. Acreage only, no residential please. 970-879-3920 Evenings.

PAINTERS: 5 yrs experience in commercial painting. Work in Steamboat & Craig. Drug test. EOE, Ins., 401k Contact Walter (888)947-2559.

20 ACRE GRASS PASTURE WITH POND, fenced, horses or cattle, 14 miles N of Steamboat, $80 a head. Call 846-9646 Schedule early for CUSTOM HAYING! Small square bales. Call 970-629-9299, leave message.

Biggest Loser

25 People needed to lose weight for weight loss competition. Biggest Losers earn CASH prizes! Starts June 25, call to pre-register. 871-0866 Individual and Group Health Insurance PPO, ALL-PROVIDER. Emergency room, RX. Rates guaranteed. Replace expensive COBRA Plans. www.LoneEagleInsurance.com (970)879-1101

2004 John Deere 240 Series II Skidsteer. 1300hrs, 4 in Stock. $9,750 each. Byrne Equipment Sales, Craig 826-0051

Excellent Horse Grass Hay, $6.00 per 65 lb bale. Wiley 970-778-2439

FOUND: Silver ring, (Samantha) please call to identify. 970-819-2006 FOUND: Digital camera found at Fetcher Pond Sunday. Fathers Day. Call 846-8354 ask for Dan Found - Woman’s hooded sweater on Fish Creek trail. Call 879-3000 ext 515

Alpacas For Sale. Fiber, pet males. Halter trained. $500 pair includes gelding. Experienced, award-winning breeder. Visitors welcome! NeverSummer Alpacas. 736-1129 Flashy Red 10 yr old Quarter Horse Gelding, trail horse MUST SEE! Call 970-736-8258 “ Andy Kurtz Horsemanship Clinic, June 26, 27, 28. Riders and horses of any ability will benefit for Andy’s wide experience and technical knowledge. Positive approach, beautiful setting, great food. For more information, call 9 7 0 - 8 7 9 - 5 0 2 9 ” www.kurtzranch.com/training/clinics. 10 Corrientte Long Horn X, $400 a calf. AI pairs $850. Never been roped. Call 878-5986

SAGE CREEK FARRIER SERVICES

John P. Armstrong. Reliable, professional, horse shoeing for balance and performance. Gentle handling of your horse, 9 years experience, Hot-Cold and corrective shoeing. Hayden, CO, 435-640-0201 One Round Pen with 13 12’ Panels MFG. BY Priefert, good shape. $900 Call 970-879-0275

Riding Lessons @ Perry-Mansfield

FOUND Ipod between 7th and 8th Street downtown Steamboat Springs. 970-879-2923

Camel back, kids, @ Stockbridge playground area. 819-2564

English and Western

Horse Pasture for rent. 50 acre on Oak Creek. HWY 131 Location $50 per horse. Call 846-5885 Just in time for 4th of July Parade, 2 ponies plus cart $1,950. Flashy paint mare, needs experienced rider to give her a job. $1,800 Call 846-3397

Steamboat Springs School District Teachers 2009-2010. Elementary: Music, PT Reading, High: ELL, Charter: 6-8 All Subjects, PE Teacher / Outdoor Ed (Part-time). CO Teacher License with appropriate endorsement required. Salary: $32,910-$52,636 DOQ for FT positions. Please complete district application at https://apps.winocular.com/steamboat/apply/ Questions: 970-871-3199. EOE

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City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 - 760 Critter Court 6/18/09Found in Toponas-female bluetick hound. 6/18/09—Found at Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter-male silver & red heeler.

Own a Computer? Put it to Work! Up to $1,500 to $7,500 month PT - FT Free Info! www.bcmakemoney.com Routt County Civilian Control Operator $34,070 to $36,483 plus benefits. Details: www.routtcountysheriff.com. Or www.co.routt.co.us. Click on Employment. Deadline: June 25, 2009; Bring or send applications to: Routt County Sheriff’s Office, 2025 Shield Dr., P.O. Box 773087, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477. EOE. Applications always accepted.

HI THERE PUPPIES! Head Start Puppy Training Starts Soon! Contact Laura Tyler, CTDT 970-629-1507 Sandra Kruczek 970-824-4189 www.totalteamworktraining.com K-9 Gentle Dental will be at Mt. Werner Veterinary Hospital for the June Hygiene Clinic. June 11th, 25th. No anesthesia required. Call Angel for appointment 619-370-5956. AKC Corgi also Yorkie mini Dachshund, Shihtzu & Shihpoo all from Top USDA Licensed Breeders. Baker Drive Pets 970-824-3933 German Shorthair Pointer Puppies, Champion Bloodline, AKC Registered litter, First shots, 5 Females - 4 Males. 04/24/09. 970-276-4238

Registered Miniature Schnauzers, ready to go beginning of July, all shots, taking deposits now, 824-7403 or 879-1649, leave a message. City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 www.petfinder.com DATE: 6-22-09 Dogs for Adoption: Koal- Adult male Golden Retriever/Black Lab-Very affectionate and energetic! Eubanks-2 year old Lab mix-Easy going! Baxter-Friendly Adult Border Collie Mix-Medium-small dog. Star-Sweet adult female Black Lab. Cats for Adoption: Cats from 1 to 14 years old! Barn Cats too-$30 each! More kittens!

SPEECH COACH (or Co-coaches) SSHS. Please complete district classified application at https://apps.winocular.com/steamboat/apply/ Questions: 970-871-3199. EOE Recently opened position for Hair Stylist. One chair now available. Downtown Salon. (970) 846-3030 Connell Resources, Inc., a heavy highway contractor seeks an Administrative Assistant with strong computer, phone and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include some accounting, personnel, and clerical functions. Construction knowledge helpful. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently a must. Connell offers outstanding working conditions, competitive compensation and benefits. Apply in person to 1205 Hilltop Parkway, Suite 100, Steamboat Springs, Co. Pre-employment drug screen and physical assessment required. (970) 870-0200 EOE Rocky Mountain Youth Corps still hiring for the summer. Full-time camping chainsaw work. Must be 18-25. Weekly wage and AmeriCorps education award. 970-879-2135x1 for info.

Free confidential pregnancy tests & ultrasound. Pregnancy Resource Center. 544 Oak Street (Good Shepherd House) Walk-ins welcome Tuesdays 9-5PM, Wednesdays 4-7PM, Thursdays 9-2PM. Call for an appointment any time. 871-1307 www.steamboatpregnancy.com

LOST: REI Rust Backpack, many valuables, by the art depot. If found please call 871-6000

For Sale: English Bulldog Puppies. AKC Registered. Sherrod Ranch 970-879-3920

Private $45-Semi Private $35 Call for Details - Ashley 846-7175

There are funds available for uninsured and underinsured local women to pay for annual wellness exams, mammograms and breast cancer treatment costs. Don’t compromise your health we can help! Call the Yampa Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Project to learn how to apply for funds. 846-4554.

Seeking qualified applicant for the position of Automotive Technology Adjunct Instructor for fall semester. ASE certified preferred. Years of experience in occupation considered. Must have or be qualified for Colorado Vocational instructor credentials. Morning position 8:00 - 10:00, four days per week for intro level students. To apply or for more information call 970-824-6108 or 970-824-1111.

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Laurel Street School and Family Center is looking for an energetic, flexible, creatvie individual to work with our preschool and pre-k age children. Please contact Kim at 879-7776 or email resume to laurel@springsips.com

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The Steve Green Company has a great opportunity for a student. Part time, seasonal warehouse assistant. Please apply in person. Steamboat Lake Outfitters is now hiring for front desk agents and cashiers, call 879-4404 or apply online www.steamboatoutfitters.com Route Driver / Restocking vending machines in Steamboat and Craig 3 to 4 days a week. 970-879-8346 and leave message. Mortgage Loan Originator - Colorado mortgage banking company seeking loan originator. Guaranteed salary plus commission. Excellent technology. Fax resume 970-242-6285, Ken@pmlgmac.com

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Prudential Steamboat Realty is looking for a full time receptionist. If you are a professional, customer service oriented individual who is proficient with computers, telephones, multi tasking adn willing to work weekends, please fax your resume to 879-5928 attn: Office Manager

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Busy medical practice looking for Medical Assistant - CNA, must have computer skills and phlebotomy helpful. Competitive wages and benefits. Bring resume to 595 Russell Street, Craig.

Seeking person to provide admin assistance to office in Steamboat. 40 hrs week, $14.63 hour. Email resumes to: cwbennett@ultimaservices.com

Is looking for a Personable, energetic applicant who adds strength & value to an innovative, established company Plumbing & Heating Service Technician. Excellent wages, benefits & training! GrandLakePlumbing.com 970-879.1504 x206

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Moffat County Social Services, Craig, CO, seeking Caseworker. Starting annual salary $35,506. Excellent benefits. Requires behavioral science BA. Obtain information regarding application from Workforce Center, 480 Barclay, Craig, CO, 81625, 970-824-3246. Submit resume and certified transcripts to same address by June 30, 2009. Written test required. More information: 970-824-8282.Moffat County is an EEO Employer. Moffat County Social Services seeking full time Self Sufficiency Case Manager. Position requires contact with public & case management skills. Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or GED & 2 years clerical or extensive public contact; substitute qualifications AA or BA in business or behavioral science. Starting salary $15.12/hour. Certificate of typing test administered by the Colorado Workforce Center, 480 Barclay, Craig, CO 81625, (970) 824-3246 must be submitted to the same address by June 26, 2009. Qualified applicants are required to take a written test on July 2 at 1:00 p.m. at Social Services. Moffat County is an EEO Employer.

Are you a top-notch website enthusiast, fun, creative, great writer, communicator, negotiator and passionate about fashion industry? Upgrading website for local retailer. Amazing commissions-only position. Full / part time. 846-4330

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! A promotion at MY WIRELESS has opened up a position for a new sales associate. This is an incredible opportunity for the right person with a 30k to 50k earning potential. We are looking for a dedicated person who would like to make a great living here in Steamboat. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of retail sales or customer service experience. Please fill out an application on-line at mywirelessinc.com and or fax resume ATTN: Ben, sales associate 970-871-0333 EOE.

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STEAMBOAT:Sunny corner unit, 2bd, 2bath, Available NOW, walkout patio to pool, tennis. 1st, last, NS, NP, partially furnished $1200. 970-879-6528 STEAMBOAT:Almost new 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car garage. NP, NS. $1400 month plus electric. Lisa Ruffino 970-879-5100 ext 30

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STEAMBOAT Shadow Run, 1bd, new bathroom, clean, $975, or owner lease option to buy, 970-819-2233 STAGECOACH:2BD, 1BA, Wagon Wheel Condo, Very clean, furnished NS, NP, First, Last, Deposit $850 monthly + utilities. Available 7/1/09. 970-819-1511 STEAMBOAT:ShadowRun 2BD, 2BA, DW, WD, fireplace, cable, pool, htub, extra storage, on mountain, NS NP $1100 +utilities, available immediately 307-760-3227. STEAMBOAT:3bd, 2ba with garage NS, NP, bus route, gas FP, most utilities included; 1st, last, security. Call 970-846-0310 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA on mountain, beautiful views,very quiet environment!! Fully furnished, cable, gas, water, and trash included. $1,100 per month. Call Drew 970-291-9101

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Multi-Million Dollar Debt Free 12 year old company seeking professionals that would like to own their own business. Call Mike 303-229-3211.

STEAMBOAT: Wonderful, furnished apartment on the mountain. $1,350 monthly includes WD, utilities, wireless, patio, NS, NP, Available 6/15/09 970-846-8257

Town of Oak Creek Colorado is currently seeking a certified plant operator for its water and wastewater treatment plants. The applicant must have at least a class “B” wastewater certification and a class “C” water certification. If interested please send resume and cover letter to Town Clerk, P.O. Box 128, Oak Creek CO 80467 or fax to (970) 736-8225.

YAMPA:1BD upstairs apatrtment, wood floors, propane heat. Outside deck, NP, Year lease, 1st Last, Damage $500 plus utilities. 970-638-4455, 970-638-4264 CRAIG:Remodeled 2BA, 1BA apartments with Travertine, slate, oak, and alder finishes, Economy apartments, or 2BD, 2BA Townhomes that allow pets. 970-824-9251

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INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN HEALTH CARE? If so, we have an opportunity for you at Planned Parenthood as a HEALTH CENTER ASSISTANT. Great opportunity to gain experience and provide a professional & caring environment for clients. Excellent benefits! Requires H.S. degree or equivalent and great customer service skills. Need to be organized and have basic computer knowledge. Bilingual Spanish / English preferred. Apply at 1104 B 11th St, Steamboat Springs. Fax resume to: (970) 879-3039. PPRM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in people and ideas.

Steamboat Lake Outfitters is now hiring for Sous Chef, Kitchen Management, Waitstaff, Pizza & line cooks. 970-879-4404, apply www.steamboatlakeoutfitters.com RIO’S: Now hiring for Line Prep Cook. Full or part time, must be able to follow recipe, speak English, and have previous Line Prep experience. Please apply in person.

STEAMBOAT:Private home garden Apt, quiet, sunny 2bd walk-out WD, DW, NS, NP $1150-Utilities, wireless Inc 1st Dep 846-0261 STEAMBOAT:1bd, 1 ba upper mountain privacy , views, pet OK $890 pay- gas only 846-8145 STEAMBOAT:1BD + Office, 1BA Newly remodeled, WD, pets OK. $1250 month includes utilities (with large garage $2000 month) 970-846-4267

Established 19 yr company seeking traveling Sales Rep. Gone Mon-Fri. Company avg. pays $900 week. Call 1-800-225-6368, ext 333. www.brechtpacific.com

STEAMBOAT:Advocates Building Peaceful Communities’ caretaker unit: 2BD, 1BA, WD, NS. Reduced rent in exchange for services. Must have interest in victim advocacy. 879-2034. STEAMBOAT:Furnished mountain, 2 bed, 1 bath apartment. NS, pets allowed, WD, cable, internet, utilities included. 6 months. $1000 month. 970-819-5160.

STEAMBOAT: 3BD, 2.5BA, partially furnished, 1 garage, 1 out door space, WD, hardwood floors, premium appliances, close to down town, responsible couples and families preferred. $1,700 month + partial utilities. Or 2BD apartment $1,100 monthy plus utilities. Call Russ 203-253-6509

STEAMBOAT: Views! 2 BD 1BA nicely furnished Villas @ Walton Creek, garage FP WD deck NS NP $1,250mo lesliefiji@frii.com 970-879-0080 STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA + loft Furnished Condo, on mountain, WD, NP, NS, HT, Pool, bus route. $1550 879-1982 STEAMBOAT: HALF MONTH FREE! 1BD, 1BA, NS, NP, Walton Village, Fully Furnished, Mountain Views, Very Clean, Bus Route, $825. 989-751-0800 STEAMBOAT:Shadow Run, 2BD, 2BTH, 2nd floor, remodeled, new carpet and appliances, bus route & WD. References. $1250 month. NP. (970)879-7086 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, NS, NP, Downtown, partially furnished, $900 utilities included, 846-5698. STEAMBOAT:2bd, 2ba with garage NS, NP, bus route, gas FP, most utilities included; 1st, last, security. Call 970-846-0310

CRAIG:Large 2 bedroom basement apartment, NP, NS, utilities included, Background check required $700 plus deposit, 699 Russell St, Craig 276-4144

STEAMBOAT:New 1 Bedroom on Mountain near bike path and bus. Furnished. Utilities, Wi-Fi, Satellite included. WD, NS, NP $900. 970.734.7933 STEAMBOAT: 620 Oak, 1BD upstairs apartment. Available July 1st $800 monthly. Call 970-879-3301 OAK CREEK: AFFORDABLE 1 & 2 BEDROOM hardwood floors, high ceilings, Dish TV, good location. Quiet building. Must See! 970-879-4784

STEAMBOAT:Great Downtown Location. Large 2BD, 1BA, Very private, Extra storage room, WD, NS, NP. Avail 6/15 $1150. 970-879-4924 Cell 303-501-3981 STEAMBOAT:West Side, Apartment for Rent, Month to Month, 850-includes all utilities, storage, wireless and WD. Dog. 603.275.6832, 1st and last. STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Garden Level apartment 4 miles from town. $900 monthly + utilities. (970) 734-8261 STEAMBOAT:Studio apartment in luxury home available. $1200 monthly includes utilities. (970)879-8089 CRAIG: DOWNTOWN Large 2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments.Furnished, parking, laundry facilities. All electric kitchens including DW, disposals. Small pets ok. Call (970)824-7120 STEAMBOAT:Cabin for rent, 1BD + loft at River Bend. 1 pet ok. Low utilities. Available July 1. $900 monthly 970-846-9340

STEAMBOAT:Furnished Ski Time Square, 2BD, 2BA, WD. Covered parking, hot tub, sauna, NS, NP. First, last, security, year lease. $1250 mo 970-846-8559 STEAMBOAT:Bright and Cheery Rockies 1BD, fully furnished, gas fireplace, new carpet, tile. Freshly painted, pool. $900 monthly. Available immediately. (970)879-3142 STEAMBOAT:New, Beautifully Furnished Sunray Condo. Centrally located, 2BD 2BA, WD, FP, Garage, Utilities, Cable included, $1,500 monthly. NS, NP, 970-879-2149 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, Fully Furnished, Mountain, Screened deck, Heated Garage, Fireplace, NS, NP, WD, Flexible Term, $1400 Karen 970-819-9051. STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, Condo, Fully furnished, WD, on bus route, NS, NP $1,250 plus utilities, First, Last, Security (719)338-4763 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, WD, cable, internet included, NS, NP, fully furnished, on mountain. Pool, hot tub, bus route. First, security. $1,250. 819-2804 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA furnished Rockies 1st floor. Views! Pool, hot tubs out your door! Mountain, bus route, NS, NP $1200. 304-552-3607 STEAMBOAT:Available NOW! Downtown 2Bd, 1Ba with wd, np, $1250 call 846-8247, long term rental, view online @steamboatliving.com STEAMBOAT:Magnificent 1BD condo, Storm Meadows on Mountain. Fully furnished. $1,190 month to month. All inclusive, NS, NP. Ron @ 970-620-5918 STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA Shadow Run, bus-route. Available July 1st. WD, storage. Utilities included. NS, NP. $1200, 819-4301 STEAMBOAT:1BD, fully remodeled Timbers Condo. New floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, great views, MUST SEE! $950, Available 07/01 802-310-1135 STEAMBOAT:Furnished 2BD, 1BA, Heated oversized garage, WD, FP, new carpet. On bus route, walk to gondola, M2M $1495, year $1350. Central Park Management 970-879-3294. STEAMBOAT:Spring Meadows Condo 2BD, 1BA, unfurnished, close to mountain. $900 monthly plus S.D. NS, NP. (970)879-2373

STEAMBOAT: Clean and New studio apartment available. utilities, cable, and internet included. NP, WD, First, last, security. References required. $725 monthly. (970)871-9918 or (970)846-5358

STEAMBOAT: Efficiency Apartment, 131 12 miles south, NS, PP, Includes Electric, Head, WD, Dish, year, references, Last, Deposit $490, 736-8247

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STEAMBOAT:Totally gutted and remodeled, 1bd, High End Finishes $900, NS, NP Pool WD. Available Immediately! 846-6444

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, utilities included, hot tub, easy access to hiking and biking trails large porche, yard area, 6 month lease, fully furnished $950 per month. 1-800-733-7060 STEAMBOAT:Quail Run 2bd, 2ba, top floor corner furnished WD, FP, garage, 2 decks. 210-426-7000 STEAMBOAT:SKI IN SKI OUT, 2BD, 2BA Storm Meadows, $1750 +Electric, NS, NP, Yr lease negotiable. 846-8284. STEAMBOAT:Shadow Run 2 BD / 2 BA. Furnished, On Bus Route, Walk to Gondola, Hot Tub, Pool, Cable, W/D, NP. $975 - One Year Lease. Mo to Mo Neg. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. STEAMBOAT:Storm Meadow Club C Rare opportunity to rent furnished 1BD, 1BA, upscale amenities, flexible terms.. Valerie Lish RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1082.

STEAMBOAT:2BR, 2BA Walton Creek, Lease length Negotiable, Pool, Hot Tub, partially furnished, storage. Available 08/01 $1,150 NS, NP, WD. 970-846-7587 STEAMBOAT: Scandinavian Lodge 2BD, 1.5BA, Ski - In Ski - Out, furnished, including utilities, WD, FP, Pool, NP. $1450 846-8907 STEAMBOAT:Sunray 2BD, 2BA, on bus, vaulted ceiling, WD, 1 car heated garage, included heat water & cable. Call Mike 846-8692 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 2BA, Top corner, GFP, WD, Pool, HT, Updated, Creek views. NP NS References required. $1000. 1st, last, deposits 879-3788 STEAMBOAT:Sunny, clean-new carpet, paint, Villas, 2bd 1ba, heated garage, vaulted ceilings. NS, NP, WD, FP, most utilities, $1,300 mo. 846-3471

STEAMBOAT:*ONE MONTH FREE!* Clean 2 bd, mountain views, unfurnished, WD, cable, utilities, garage, NP, Lease, FP, $1,395 (317)695-3426

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STEAMBOAT:Mustang Run. Spacious & immaculate 3 bdrm., 2ba. on bus route. Garage, furnished, all utilities (including cable) $2,100 mo., 1 year. NP, NS. 1st, last, security deposit. 303-987-2287 or RickGowins@qwest.net STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, Ski Trails Condo. Fully furnished, $850 monthly includes all utilities. NS, NP. Available until December 1st. 970-846-2659

STEAMBOAT:Riverside Duplex 2BD, 1BA, 1 car garage, clean, No big dogs, NS, low utilities. Available Now. 1st, Deposit $900 970-824-8935 STEAMBOAT:Sunny, Spacious, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, bus route, walk to town. Laundry & mud room, heated garage, low utilities. (970)871-0961

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA furnished Pines Condo, new remodel, WD, NS, mtn views, bus route, $975. 970.217.1503

STEAMBOAT:Dup, 3 BD, 2BA, mountain, fireplace, deck, spa, view, quiet, walk to the lifts, bus, DW, WD, NS, NP, bus. July 1st, $1,650 mo. 1st, Lst, Sec. 402-817-9471

STEAMBOAT: Top floor 2br, 2ba Sundance Creek with FP, WD, balcony & garage. Vaulted ceilings, excellent quality, location & views. NS, NP. $1350 includes most utilities. Nelson 970-846-8338

STEAMBOAT:2BD 1BA cozy, quiet, downtown. Great yard. WD, NP, NS. Lease, references First, Last, Security $1200 month + utilities. 970-879-9038

STEAMBOAT:Cool and Cozy 1BD, totally furnished, Walton Village, NP, NS, Pool, 6 mo or 1 yr lease. $825 mo 210-332-8611 STEAMBOAT:Mountain, 1 bedroom+ loft, 1 bathroom. Quiet, particially furnished, Available July 1, $950, includes cable and utilities, NP, 303-324-4072 STEAMBOAT:2BR, 2BA top floor ski-in, ski out unit, walk right out on trails! Furnished, vaulted ceilings, unobstructed views, wood floors-beautiful hi end unit. $1200 mo NP, NS Negotiable term, mo to mo. Complex has pool, gym, hottubs, elevator. (970) 846-7547 STEAMBOAT:4BD, 2BA 2 Story End unit on mtn. WD, Gas Fireplace, balcony, cable, views, awesome location. NP, NS $1875, negotiable. 8/1. 819-6675

PHIPPSBURG: Duplex, 3BD, 2BA, large single car garage, large yard, radiant heat, newer, efficient. $950 monthly + utilities, NS, dogs considered. (970)819-4422 STEAMBOAT:3 bd, 2.5 ba, furnished, garage, hot tub, fenced yard, $2000 mo, +utilites, NP, NS, Available 8/1, 846-6420

STEAMBOAT:Clean 2bd, 2ba, 1 Car Attached Garage. Includes Heat, Cable, Internet. WD in Unit. Available Now; $1375 Mth 879-4529 STEAMBOAT:Completely remodeled 2BD, 1BA. NS, NP, $1,150 + utility. Close to bus route, on site laundry facility. Susan Ross 970-819-2300 STEAMBOAT:DOWNTOWN WATERSIDE CONDOS Beautiful 1bd, 1ba, wd, gfp, parking space, NS, NP. 1st, last, dep. $1100 + util. Avail 7/1. 879-8127 STEAMBOAT:1BD, garage, WD, FP. Remodeled, new carpet, storage, parking, ski mountain views, bus. Cable, trash, water included. NS, NP, Reference, Lease, Deposit. $1095 970-846-7275 STEAMBOAT: 1 and 2 bedrooms. Furn. On Mt. and Bus. Avail immed. Lease. No Pets. 970-879-8161 STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA partially Furnished, Internet, Cable Included, bus-route, WD, Hot-Tub, mountain. NS, NP $1100 1st, Last, Security. 970-871-7921 STEAMBOAT:Shadow Run 2BD, 2BA, furnished, hot tub, pool, on bus route. 2 blocks from ski mountain. $1250 monthly (610) 945-7281

STEAMBOAT:5BD, 3BA, bus route, On Golf Course, WD, NS, 2-car garage, pets considered. $2,295 + utilities. Great home. Call 970-846-5551 STEAMBOAT:REMODELED 5 bedroom 3 bath 3 acres. EASY ACCESS. Trash and comp. Satellite pd. gas bill split, Pets neg, 8 mls out, $2200.00 879-5149.

STEAMBOAT:House to share 3BD, 2BA, + garage in old town, Fully furnished, remodeled, close to schools & trails, WD, dog ok, $1000 utilities included, single or couple only. Available August 1st 970-355-9403

STEAMBOAT:Chinook Lane, 2BD, 2BA on bus route. Furnished, WD, NS, lease. 1st, last, deposit $1500 month + utilities. Call 970-222-0913

STEAMBOAT:New 3bdm, 2.5ba; Between town and Mountain, 2 car garage, Great Views of Emerald, Mt Werner AND down valley, NS, Pets negotiable. $2,200 970-819-1890 STEAMBOAT:Large 2bd, 1ba duplex on mountain. NS, Pet considered, WD, one year lease, $1325 month, including all utilities. Available 8/1. (760)473-3907

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, mountain, 1600 sqft, WD, NS, Pets okay. Available 06/16. $1,400 + utilities & deposit. 9 7 0 - 3 9 3 - 0 9 8 0 http://www.condosnaps.com/duplex STEAMBOAT:GREAT VIEWS unfurnished 2BR 1.5BA double garages, yard, low utilities, WD woodstove, pet considered. 8/1 $1,350 www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/2693788,7 34-4919. STEAMBOAT:Duplex, 3BD, 2BA, fenced yard, new carpet - paint. DW, WD, NS, NP, bus. Available now. $1,400 mo. 1st, Last, Security. References. Possible Sale or Rent2Own. 402-817-9471 STEAMBOAT:2bd, loft, 1ba, furnished or unfurnished, utilities included. On the mountain, bus, $1500 month. NP, NS. Call Bill at 879-2854.

STEAMBOAT:Live & Work Downtown, 1,200 sqft apartment, new bathroom, 1,000 sqft garage, 10ft door. $1,500 mo 846-9753

STEAMBOAT:AVAILABLE NOW, $1,200 Monthly, 2 bedroom plus loft, 1 bath home, pets, close to bus, skiing. Large deck, views. 970-819-6930 STEAMBOAT:4 + bedroom old town home, big fenced yard, pets okay. Furnished, $3,000 includes utilities. Flexible terms, call for appointment. (970)871-6898 STEAMBOAT:Cute Old Town home. 3BD, 1BA Hardwood floors, gas stove, WD, Pets considered. $1700 month plus utilities. Available immediately. 970-870-2866 STEAMBOAT:Beautifully restored cottage, 9th & Oak Street, downtown. 1BD, 1BA, WD, NS. First, last, security utilities. Available 07/01 $1250. 879-1453. STEAMBOAT:3bd, 2ba Heritage Park home. Avail mid July - Aug 1st. $1700, water incl. pets negot, NS. 871-1851 HAYDEN:3BD, 1BA, Fenced yard, separate garage, workspace, extra parking. WD, Snowblower. Pets welcome. Available NOW $1,300 month 970-846-8077 HAYDEN:Horse property, 3BD, 2BA, large barn. 35 acres. 3 miles outside town. $1,700 monthly. NS. Available immediately. Call (720)339-8938 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA quiet location. Attached 2 car garage, deck, fenced backyard, enclosed parking for RV, views! $2000 mth. 846 9529. MILNER:Quirky 2bd, 1ba house on great 1/2 acre lot. Dogs welcome. Must allow showings. $850 1st, last, security. biffs97722@mypacks.net 541-497-3572 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA Home for Rent in Old Town. $1,900 month plus utilities, Pets Negotiable. Available 7/1, 846-3117

STEAMBOAT:FURNISHED-VERY NICE 1BR, 1 BA, WD, includes utilites, TV, 20 minutes to town. One person. NS, NP, $895. 870-6423

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA, 3-story, nice, clean, 2300 sf, fully furnished or unfurnished, private town setting, great mountain views. NS $1,900 970-819-7684

STEAMBOAT:County, 12 miles on 20-Mile Rd. Large 2+ bd, 1 ba, WD. On school bus route. Pets Neg. NS. $1250 + Dep. 879-2868.

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, Furnished, garage, WD, views, fenced yard, pets negotiable, NS. $1500+utilities, First, last, security. Long term. 846-3111. Details www.westworks.us/rental

STEAMBOAT:3Bdrm, 3.5Ba 2,900 sq.ft. Downtown, New. Luxurious open floor plan, garage, decks, family room, office, storage, WD, NS, pets, lease, $2,200. 970.846.3868

STEAMBOAT:Log Home Blacktail Estates 3BD, 2.5BA, 2 car garage, 5 acres, office & family room. $1,500 - $2,000 Depending 805-748-7258 STEAMBOAT: HOME WANTED for family of four (long-time locals), downtown, 2 bdrm, $750 month or less. Property manager - builder will care for your house and work with realtors if you are selling. Income without headaches! Interested? 879-4088 Rawlings

STEAMBOAT:Blacktail, 3bd, 2ba, WD, heated garage, CLOSE to town, 10 acres, NS, dogs negotiable, $1,650 month. 415-868-9675 or 415-860-9663 HAYDEN:Large 1bd, 1ba with master bedroom 15X15, new paint, carpet, pets ok, $650 month + utilities. Available 07/01/09 846-0794 STEAMBOAT:1 BD COTTAGE, 502 1/2 Pine Street, includes water and trash, $750 mo. Available now. NP, NS, 719-576-9930

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 1BA Utilities paid, furnished, in town, not on bus, private, clean, 1700sq.ft., 2-vehicle maximum, full laundry $1800 (970)879-6702 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, 3357 Apres Ski Way, WD. Walking distance to Gondola. WD, NP, $1100 monthly + deposit & utilities. 970-846-9589

STEAMBOAT:IN TOWN - NO NEIGHBORS! Single family 3BD, 3BA on acreage, family room 2 car garage. NS, pets? $1550 970-846-7523

STEAMBOAT:Old Town Home, 3BD, 2BA, Gas fireplace, WD, NS, Pets OK, 1st and security. $1700 month, 846-4705

STEAMBOAT:Spacious 3bd, 2.5 ba, 1,800 sq ft, quiet neighborhood on mountain, near shopping, bus, and skiing, WD, NS, $1,700 970-871-1711

STEAMBOAT:2BR, 1BA duplex on mountain. Large deck opens to fenced backyard...great for dogs! Available 7/1/09. $1200 mo + utilities. 970-846-9069

STEAMBOAT:Newly furnished Ridgecrest! 2BD, 2BA, bus, ski, mountain views, deck, hottubs, WD, NS, NP, utilities, internet, garage, storage, $1,395. 719-648-5789

STAGECOACH:Available July 1st, newer 3bd, 2ba, 2-car garage in South Shore overlooking Reservoir. Year lease, NS, pets negotiable. $1550 month + deposit. 846.9591.

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STAGECOACH: Home in Friendly neighborhood with Cul-de-sac, 5BD, 3BA, 2-Car Garage, For Rent, For Sale - Lease Option. $2,300 970-736-0031

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STEAMBOAT: Unfurnished 1 bedroom 1 bath Mobile Home located in Dream Island MHC, $875 monthly, $900 deposit, Call (970) 879-0261

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2.5 BA on bus route. WD, Cable, NS, NP, $1200 month. 1st and security. Lease. 970-871-9360 STEAMBOAT:Newly remodeled Woodbridge townhome, 3 bdr 2.5 bth, 2 decks and a garage. WD, fully furnished, NS, NP, on bus route. available July 1st. $1,800+ utilities, call 9 7 0 - 8 4 6 - 7 6 9 5 www.steamboataerials.com/gallery/thumbnails.p hp?album=35. STEAMBOAT:EARN FREE RENT 1 SEQUOIA, 2 bed corner unit, lots of light, just remodeled brand new floors & walls, updated appliances, pool, hottub, $1200 negotiable 970-846-6943 STEAMBOAT:Recently renovated Whistler 2bd, 1ba, sunny end unit, beautiful views. New tile, carpet, paint throughout, maple cabinets, granite counters! Deck, WD, pool, hot tub, bus line. NS, NP, no partiers! Available 07/01. $1200, year lease. (970)879-5141, 846-4240.

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA $1800 monthly, new carpet new paint, some new appliances. “Face Lift”. 620 Oak, Available July 1st 879-3301

STEAMBOAT:JUNE RENT FREE! Bright, Sunny, & Clean 2BD, 1BA corner unit available immediately, fully furnished, mountain, bus route, recently update, pool, hot tub, NS, NP, 1st, last security. $1200 some utilities included. 970-846-4965

Newly remodeled 5Bed, 3Bath, familyroom, 2 woodstoves, 800 sqft.shop, 3-acres, 8-miles from town, horses OK, Pets neg. LEASE TO OWN, $2100 Mo, 720-733-7803

HAYDEN:2bd, 1.5ba, Townhouse. $650 plus security deposit. NP, owner pays water and trash. Available Immediately. Bear River Realty 276-3392

STEAMBOAT:Downtown by High School. Great views. Unfurnished, 3bedroom, + Den, 2bath, 2 car garage. 1,726 sq. ft., pet considered, available July, lease, ns. $1,800-2,000 monthly. Axis West Realty 970879.8171or www.AxisWestRealty.com YAMPA: 3 bedroom Log home $850.00 month. First, Last, Damage year lease. NP Available June 1st .(970) 638-4455 HAYDEN:Spectacular home in Hayden for rent. 4BDR 3BATH, 3000 sq ft with att dbl gar. Open floor plan, in-flr heat, 500 sq ft custom log deck, two laundries, oversized kitchen with dbl ovens, custom closets, undgr sprinkler. We are looking for neat, clean, responsible renters ONLY! Lease and deposit required. $2000 mo. Call Amy 846-7044. AVAILABLE NOW! YAMPA:Cute 2Bed, 1Bath home, Huge yard, beautifully remodeled kitchen, NP, NS, WD. $1000 month. First, last, security. 970-846-6891 or 970-846-3763 OAK CREEK:Sierra View 3BD ,3BA Beautiful Custom Home with incredible views. $1900 month plus utilities. 720-318-5461 Phippsburg 3BD, 2BA, Home, Attached 2 car garage, large yard, hot tub, decks, park across the street, quiet, dogs considered, $1,300, call 819-4422 STEAMBOAT: Incredible views above Strawberry Park on 7 acres, 10 minutes to town on paved roads. 3bedroom, den, 3.5bath home. New carpets, hardwoods. 2 fireplaces. South facing. Fabulous decking. Hike, snowshoe, xx-ski from house to National Forest. Available July 15. Lease - Security required. $2200 mo. Call 401-423-0055 or 401-465-4130. See details at http://sodacreekhouse.blogspot.com/. STEAMBOAT:Strawberry Park 3BD, 2BA $2250 + deposit. 5BD, 3BA (includes 1BD APT $3000 + deposit, acreage, pets? Paul 970-879-1086, 970-846-9783

STEAMBOAT:Best deal in Town 3bd, 2.5ba, Great Neighborhood! WD, garage, basement. Awesome Landlord! NOW ONLY $1750 month 736-2315.

OAK CREEK:RENT TO OWN! Willow Hill MH Park, Remodeled 1400 sq.ft., 4 Bedroom doublewide $950 month. 875-0700. Beautiful fenced yard!

STEAMBOAT: Old Town Location, 3bd, 1ba, unfurnished, gas fireplace insert, WD, large yard, Pets negotiable $1350.00 879-1982

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA in Dream Island, pet okay $800 month. Also available, 1BD in 3BD trailer $450 monthly. Call 970-846-6429

STEAMBOAT:Luxury Duplex, incredible views, 3 BD, 2.5 BA, leasing now with flexible terms, high end furnishings included, $2,700 month, 2 car garage, no smoking (303)904-2377 STEAMBOAT:Townhome, 3 Bedroom. Furn. On Mt. and Bus. Avail. immed. Lease. No Pets. 970-879-8161 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA on mountain, bus route. WD, DW, pet negotiable, NS. $1,250 month. First, Last, Deposit, June FREE. Tim 846-1605

STEAMBOAT:FOR LEASE - AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 4 BD, 3BA townhome on mountain, Ski-in, Ski-out, Fully furnished, 6-12 month lease, $3500 month, Suraya 303-601-3621, suraya@suraya.com STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1.5BA Whistler Townhome. WD, deck, pool, hot tub, NS, NP. $1200 month includes most utilities. 1st, last, security. 846-2451. STEAMBOAT:JUNE FREE!! 2bd 1ba Whistler Unit. Recent partial renovation. Last, deposit only. Includes several utilities and amenities. $1300 month (970)596-9884 STEAMBOAT:Clean, Sunny, Bright unfurnished 3BR, 2BA. 2 garages, gas heat, hot water, low utilities, pet considered, views. $1,400 www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/20173354, 734-4919 STEAMBOAT:Whistler Townhome. Furnished, Turn Key End Unit. Mountain views, pool, HT, ammenities building. Long term, NP, NS. $1350 monthly. 970-879-1834 STEAMBOAT:Furnished Herbage Townhome, 3bd, 3ba. On mountain on bus route. $1,800 monthly includes heat, water, cable. NS, NP. Available 6-1. 303-525-9102 STEAMBOAT:2BD 2 story sunny corner unit. Ski area, furnished & fully equipped, WD, pool, hot tub. NS, NP. $1295 month. Cable, monthly house keeping included. 303-503-8100.

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STEAMBOAT:2000sf, 4bd 4ba, between town and mountain. WD. Furnished. Free internet & cable. Mountain view from upper deck. $1,800 monthly 879-5433

STEAMBOAT: 1 bedroom for rent in brand new Ranch house on 15 acres, WD. $700 monthly. 970-331-4576

STEAMBOAT: 3 BD 2.5 BA on the mountain, NS, NP, furnished, garage, $1200 to the right couple. For appointment 307-631-0344 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, furnished, WD, on mountain, deck, Hot tub, cable, on bus route. $1,250 + deposit, NS (970)870-9997 CRAIG:4 BD, 2 BA, NS, NP, $950 mo., 1st, last, and damage, 824-8431. STEAMBOAT:2bd 2ba, deck, hot tub, pool, bus route, wd, utilities included, furniture available, flexible lease, $1150 mo., 1st, security only!

STEAMBOAT:1BD 1BA in 2BD 2BA Quail Run Condo, $600 includes utilities WD, NS, NP, hot tub, bus route, 846-9527 STEAMBOAT:WESTEND, Mature, responsible quiet, adult to share 2 bd condo, NS, ND, WD, Balcony, $625 mo+ utilities. Avail. 6/15, 871-6763 STEAMBOAT:Fully furnished master bedroom, bathroom. WD, NS, NP, HT, pool, mtn. $650 plus 1/2 utilities and $300 deposit dmeinel@gmail.com STEAMBOAT:Furnished room available. On bus route, WD, internet, cable. $675 includes utilities. No lease or deposits required. Laura 871-7638, 870-1430.

STEAMBOAT:Woodbridge Sunny, convenient 3BD, 2½ BA, tile countertops, 2 decks, heated garage, gas fireplace, bus route. WD, DW, NS, NP. $1,500 mo. 879-6200, Ext. 16.

STEAMBOAT: Beautiful 4BD, 3.5BA, 1 car garage, between mountain and town, bus route, WD, NS, NP. $1950 monthly. 970-846-6423.

STEAMBOAT:Pets negotiable, furnished, single-family-home, Close to Old Town, 2 rooms available, $600 per month + utilities. $1200 deposit. 303-459-0316

STEAMBOAT: Rent all or Part of A+ Professional Office Building. Features: Reception, conference, windows & kitchen. MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839

STEAMBOAT:SUNDANCE @ FISHCREEK, 1st Floor, Prime Retail Space, Large Windows, 2nd Floor, Office Space, Recently Remodeled. Lots of Natural Light, Bob Larson: 871-4992 or 846-6899

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STEAMBOAT:Ace @ the Curve Plaza has 3 retail spaces available. 850 sqf, 1200 sqf. or 1800 sqf. High traffice anchor tenant, short, or long term. Sign now & we’ll pay 1 year or CAMs. 970.819.5169

STEAMBOAT:Office Suites Available for Immediate Occupancy. Conference room accessible. Long/short term available. Starting at $400 per month. All inclusive Call Bruce 846-0262 STEAMBOAT: Prime Downtown Location in Historic Professional Office Building! 1,050 sf first class finished space including 3 offices and 5 work stations located at 141 9th Street. Call Ryan at 970-819-2742 STEAMBOAT:Warehouse: Live or Work 2,000 sq.ft. 3 phase power, fire alarm, sprinkler, large swing and overhead doors, internet, passive solar. Tenant finish, built to suite. This is an excellent property with great neighbors. 970-879-6667 STEAMBOAT:Copper Ridge Business Park 1000’ sq. ft warehouse 10’ garage door 1/2 bath, radiant heat $800 mo, Additional 500’ sq. ft. loft available. Seperate 350 sqft unit $400 mo. Call Michael 846-3587

STEAMBOAT:NEWER TOWNHOME, 2br, 2ba 1152 sqft Westend Village, great location, quiet neighborhood with open space, sunny end unit. $1500,846-2141 RENT TO OWN OPTION.

STEAMBOAT:Great Room Overlooking Valley! Private Bath, Furnished Townhome, WD, DW, WiFi. $750 includes utilities. Available Now! Lease or Monthly. 970-846-0440 STEAMBOAT:2bd, shared bath, nice townhome. NP, NS, $650 each includes all. Flexible lease. (970)846-4312 HAYDEN:Rooms available in Hayden. Long-term rentals $400 per month plus utilities, NS, NP. 970-276-4545 or 970-276-2079 OAK CREEK:1BD AVAILABLE IN 3BD, 2BA NICE HOME. $450 + UTILITIES. RESPONSIBLE, CLEAN, MATURE, SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. DEPOSIT, LEASE, REFERENCES NS, NP. AVAIL 07/01 REBECCA@970-846-5559 STEAMBOAT:Sunny room, private bath, Stylish, clean, townhome, Quiet, private! Garage, WD, dishwasher, Fireplace, decks, NS, NP, $650 month includes cable, hi-speed internet, 846-2294

STEAMBOAT:RIVERSIDE PLACE AGGRESSIVELY PRICED STARTING AT $10 FT. Several square foot age options available for retail, office, restaurant space. Jim Hansen (970)846-4109 Thaine Mahanna (970)846-5336 Old Town Realty STEAMBOAT: Office or Retail 5th and Yampa. 750-1700sqft. Terms negotiable, Month to Month? Ample parking, great signage. Jon Sanders (970)870-0552

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STEAMBOAT:AVAILABLE NOW! New Riverfront commercial unit, Below Market Rent. 1400sf with two large internet ready offices with windows, warehse, garage, storage, receiving bay, good signage, parking, kitchen, bathroom, riverside patio, near bikepath. 970-846-3289 kath@evodesign.biz STEAMBOAT:Entrepreneurs seeking office space for new - growing business check out Bogue Enterprise Center at CMC. Great rates, one year leases, copy center, meeting rooms, SCORE counseling available. Call 870-4491 STEAMBOAT: Office space singles to 5 room suites. Historic building 737 Lincoln and Mountain location. Private parking both locations. 970-870-3473 STEAMBOAT: Great Commercial Space for your Business! HWY 40 Frontage, with parking and excellent exposure, on the creek with ski mountain views, Chuck Armbruster 970-846-5655 Steamboat Village Brokers, Easy to Preview! STEAMBOAT:Underground parking center of downtown. $80-$100 a month. Call Jon Sanders 970-870-0552

STEAMBOAT:Rooms for rent in beautiful 4BD Townhome, NS, NP. $650 monthly per room includes all utilities & internet, on bus route, between downtown and mountain. (970)846-6423

STEAMBOAT:2 rooms in 3bd, 2bth on mountain. dogs ok! $500 month + 1/3 utilities. Call Brett 720-373-0013

HAYDEN: 3100 sq ft warehouse with office and full bath/shower – 2 12X14 foot truck doors and man doors on either side. Could divide. New, landscaped and ready to lease @ $10.80 per foot ($2800mo). Valley View Industrial Park, a great midpoint location between Craig and Steamboat. Call Dutch (970) 846-1676. CRAIG:Approx 1000 sq ft. shop with bathroom and water $700 month, call REMAX 824-7000

STEAMBOAT: Hwy 40 Frontage, Logger’s Lane Commercial Center, 2480sf Finished retail, industrial space, overhead garage door, Central AC & Heat Call 970-846-5099 STEAMBOAT: 427 Oak St. Available Immediately, 1850 Sq Ft. For further info Call Janet 879-0642 or 846-6962 STEAMBOAT:Offices and road frontage storefront offering many possibilities in a park setting with views and ample parking. 146SF to 6000SF. 879.9133

HAYDEN/STEAMBOAT: Airport Garages, Spring Special! Own a heated 12’ x 22’ storage unit for cars, home or business. $39,900 now $24,900 on a limited # of units. On site shuttle/clubhouse and manager. Rentals also available. AirportGarages.com (970)879-4440 MILNER:3360 sqft warehouse, 12x14, and 12x12 doors +man doors, 14’5” ceiling, concrete floor, gas heat, bathroom, electricity. $2,400 month 970-846-0423 STEAMBOAT: Office space singles to 5 room suites. Historic building 737 Lincoln and Mountain location. Private parking both locations. 970-870-3473

CONSIDER: 2660 s.f. A+ building. Lots of light and parking. Rent possible. For price: MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839

STEAMBOAT:First month free. Professional suites and individual offices available at 1205 Hilltop Pkwy from $600. Lofted ceilings, AC, security, plenty of parking, great views from every office. Call Jules 879-5242

STEAMBOAT: Need more office space?? Hilltop Document Storage is the perfect solution for storing sensitive and confidential documents. Call (970)879-5242

STEAMBOAT: Roommate wanted to share 3BR, 2BA downtown. $600 monthly. 970-819-5115 STEAMBOAT:3 bd, 3ba+ loft office and gameroom. Approx 2100 sqft completely remodeled Kitchen, baths, carpet, new appliances. NS, NP $1,700 Mo Includes Heat, cable, water. (970) 819-8777

STEAMBOAT: Copper Ridge Office / Warehouse for rent. Approx 900 sqft 303-350-9436

Commercial Retail in Downtown Steamboat Offered at $899,000 #125768 Excellent commercial retail building in the center of downtown. Extensively remodeled exterior and interior. Used as art gallery for over 10 years. High traffic area would make a great showroom. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

STEAMBOAT:Summer rental in new custom timber frame home near Whistler Park & open space. Top quality finishes, 3BR, 2BA, Garage, huge patio & views. Pics at www.vrbo.com listing #249226. $1,495 wk $3,250 mo. Nelson 970-846-8338

Large Industrial zoned location close to downtown. 3.08 acres. House, shop, 26 units self storage. Many existing uses. Water rights and more! 970-879-5036 Make the smart move to Fox Creek Park while interest rates are still low. Prices starting at under $200SF. 879.9133 Warehouse for sale. Very clean, Wescoin Ridge Unit A#2. 1015 sqft, bathroom, office, 160 sqft storage above. $297,000 Call: 970-879-8202

Move-in Ready Offered at $935,000 #124912 This is a turn-key property (fully furnished) known as the Moose Lodge. It has been owned by one family and kept in great shape with little usage the last couple of years. Property is being sold as is; seller will entertain all reasonable offers to sell. Very motivated! Call Bob Bomeisl at (970)846-3046 Prudential Steamboat Realty HELP-U-SELL! SHADOW RUN , SECOND FLOOR, 2BED, 2BATH, CLEAN, AFFORDABLE. LOWEST PRICED UNIT IN COMPLEX. ONLY $244,500 DWIGHT 9 7 0 - 8 4 6 - 9 9 7 0 WWW.HUSALPINEPROPERTIES.COM Ranch Condo Offered at $450,000 #124088 Spectacular views and setting. Recently updated 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath condo with over 1300 sq ft and 1-car attached garage. Extensive amenities - pool, hot tubs, convention area, shuttle, sauna & more. Quiet location but minutes to it all. Call Caroline Wellford at (970)875-2414 or (970)846-6668 Prudential Steamboat Realty

STEAMBOAT: RETAIL: Center of Downtown 1,200-3,500sqft Boutique Retail, Food Service Restaurant? Flexible Terms. OFFICE: Prestigious location center of Downtown 700-1400sqft, Tenant finish allowance, Call Jon Sanders 970.870.0552

Pines at Ore House Offered at $320,000 #125114 A Quiet 1 BD/1 BA with a private garden level patio. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, Starbucks, the Yampa River Core Trail, and its on the bus route. Conveniently located between town and mountain with a hot tub, low assoc. dues, no stairs, and owners may have a pet. Call Tim Boehm at (970)846-7873 Prudential Steamboat Realty

STEAMBOAT:Pentagon West Office spaces available starting at $375 month + cam. Garage Bay with office. $600 month + cam. 970-846-4267

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STEAMBOAT:Small Office space available on the Yampa River Downtown. Bathroom & waiting room, Deck overlooking the River. (970)879-3088 STEAMBOAT:Next to Yacht Club, 8th and Yampa on the river. Huge yard, Parking, flexible terms, price negotiable. Jon Sanders 970-870-0552 STEAMBOAT:Executive Office Suites Available at the Historic Old Pilot Building Great downtown location with full amenities: Phone System, Wireless Internet, Cable TV, Conference Room, and Kitchen. Contact Rhianna at (970)875-0999 STEAMBOAT:1048SF road frontage shop. 10’x10’ garage door, 14’ ceilings. Plenty of parking for employees and customers. 2200SF available July. 846.4733

Dreamboat Cafe located @ OTHS. Is for sale great seasonal business. Some owners financing possible. 970-691-0251

RIVERFRONT, Live work, lower level warehouse with office, kitchen, full bath, patio. 3 bd, 2 ba, condo up. $534,000, 846-5761 STEAMBOAT: THE VICTORIA 10th & Lincoln RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE Hal Unruh - Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-875-2413

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STEAMBOAT:3 bd, 2 ba, Mountain Vista Townhome, garage, WD, $1,650. 970-871-1839

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Live, Vacation, Rent this Beautiful 1BD 800SqFt DeerCreek Property with GARAGE, and Spectacular Ski Mountain Views! Recently updated with all NEW Hardwood floors, Carpet, Bathroom tile & Sliding Glass Doors. LOW HOA! Covered Breezeway Entrance, Assigned parking, Basement Storage, Mossrock Fireplace, Walk - In closet, WD, 2 Decks, Bus, Pets. Priced BELOW Assessed Value! Brokers Welcome! $295,000 Call 970-846-7275

$169,900 LOCAL STARTER OR INVESTOR CONDO MLS#124806 One Bedroom, dogs allowed. Low dues. Washer/dryer. Tour: www.PropertyPanorama.com/57622

Ski Town Realty, Bruce Tormey, Realtor BruceT34@yahoo.com (970)846-8867

Affordable Walton Creek 2BD, 2BA. No Banks required, owner will finance, low down $! $249,000 Roy Powell 970-846-1661, RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT

Fish Creek Falls Condo Offered at $210,000 #125769 Enjoy incredible views from your balcony of Sleeping Giant and Emerald Mountain. This large, oversized one bedroom condominium has had many new upgrades including being professionally painted, new carpet throughout, new electric stove, new countertops and fantastic new lighting. All of these upgrades and the price hasn’t changed! Fish Creek Falls is located on the bus line, has very low HOA dues and allows dogs. Seller will include a brand new stackable washer and dryer with an accepted offer. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

The Aspens at Walton Creek Offered at $265,000 #125142 Brand new subdivision near the base of the Ski Area on the free bus route. This 1 BD/1 BA upstairs unit has views of the Ski Area and Emerald Mtn. Custom tile work, hardwood floors, stainless package, thick granite counter tops, and even a ceiling fan. Owners may have a pet. Call Tim Boehm at (970)846-7873 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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FSBO #313 Ski-inn, 2BD, 2BA, Under Gondola, W/D, 987 sq.ft. $572,500 Phil (713)818-1513

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STEAMBOAT:New custom home near Whistler Park & open space. Top quality finishes, 3BR, 2BA, garage, huge patio, views & fully furnished. Pics at www.vrbo.com listing #249226. $3,250 mo. Available now through Sept. 30. 970-846-8338

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Walk to the Slopes! Offered at $1,190,000 #123431. Excellent location and ski area views from this single-family home in desirable Landings neighborhood located just two blocks from the Gondola. Gorgeously decorated five bedroom, four bath home featuring vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and 2 spacious decks with outstanding views. The HOA takes care of the exterior maintenance so you can enjoy life! Call Colleen de Jong at (970)846-5569 Colleen @ PrudentialSteamboatRealty.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Log Home on Five Acres

4BD, 1.75BA, 2300sf, new appliances, new carpet, horse corral, Hay shed, good water, great views! Mid $200’s. See web site for full description: http://ricks-place-online.net or call 970-629-5397

Chateau at Bear Creek Back on the Market! WOW! Was $1,100,000 NOW $899,000! #125702 Beautifully remodeled 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath townhome located on a pond and a short distance to the base of the ski area. Enjoy exceptional views of Mount Werner from your large wrap around deck. Like new with high-end finishes throughout including granite slab counters, stainless steel appliances, natural stone and travertine bathrooms, wet bar with wine fridge and copper sink... New carpet, paint... the works!! Southern exposure provides excellent light throughout the home. Beautifully landscaped yard with mature garden. Priced to sell!! Call Kim Kreissig at (970)870-7872 or (970)846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty Priced For a Quick Sale! Offered at $298,000 #125646 Just remodeled in 2009, a 3BD+/2BA home with large detached garage on 3.9 acres covered with mature Aspens, no beetle kill here. A great location in the subdivision with panoramic views. This would be a perfect multi-family recreational retreat or snowmobiler’s dream home, 25 minutes away from Steamboat and only 5 miles to one of the top snowmobiling destinations in Colorado. New carpet, wood floors, tile, wood doors, base & case installed with no need to haul water (great well). Call Tim Boehm at (970)846-7873 Prudential Steamboat Realty Walk to Town, Trails, and School – 2,606 SF Offered at $775,000 #125655 3 BR’s plus exercise room & 3.5 bath. Listen to Spring Creek from your deck. Walk to Springs Creek Trail. Kids, walk to all three schools. Mature landscaping makes for private nights watching wildlife. Open cathedral tongue and groove ceiling in family room is warm and romantic. Granite counters in kitchen and media/bar room. The master is huge. RV storage, 2 car heated garage with workbench and NO COVENANTS. This home is a Steamboat dream comes true. Call Michelle Diehl at (970)846-1086 www.SteamboatDream.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Views, Views, Views! Offered at $3,595,000 #125698 Possibly the best views of the mountain can be seen from this 5 bedroom/ 7 bath home. The master suite is on the main level with its own office and walk out to a private hot tub. A large family room, wine cellar, great storage and incredible craftsmanship can be found in this new luxury home. Call for an appointment. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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DOWNTOWN SPECIAL $369,000! 2BD, 1BA home plus 2nd unit 1BD, 1BA, Trees. Great location. Owner, Broker Call Roy Powell RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT (970)846-1661 Luxury Home in the Sanctuary Offered at $3,979,000 #125699 This home overlooks the Rollingstone Ranch Golf Course with amazing views of the mountain and valley. This 5 bedroom/ 6 bath home backs up to 38 acres of green space. In addition, a 1 bedroom/ 1 bath caretakers unit completes this estate. The master suite has a private deck, fireplace and oversized his and her closets. A gourmet kitchen, covered deck and media room top off this amazing home. Call for an appointment. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Downtown Steamboat OWNER FINANCING, $470,000, 2BD, 1BA home on huge .79 acre lot. Owner, Broker Call Roy Powell RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT 970-846-1661

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OLD TOWN GEM 157 Hill Street

Absolutely Charming 1930’s home. 3BD, 2BA. Only 4 block walk to town. Large master suite. Butcher Knife Creek steps from your door. FSBO $789,000. 970-871-0709 or 970-846-3690 BrokerDirectCo.com/#111581

$489,900 MOVE IN READY! MLS#125821 Newly remodeled bathrooms and kitchen. Open and modern, privacy, views, 1/3 acre, master suite, three car garage. Tour: www.PropertyPanorama.com/67633

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FSBO, exceptionally nice, updated home, 1860 sq ft, 4 BD, 2 BA. All new windows, new kitchen, family room, A/C, 2 car garage, Large, fenced yard, sprinkler system, two storage sheds. Spacious decks. 1281 Crest Drive, Craig. $244,900 Brokers welcome = 3% 970-824-6804, 970-629-8739

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Economical, wonderful, in town; beautiful mature grounds; minute’s walk to river, downtown. 2bd, 2ba home plus detached guesthouse. MLS 124942.www.steamboathomeforsale.com. 970-734-7113.

$10,000 Finders Fee offered! See those details on www.coloradomtnhome.homestead.com. 4 + B, 3BTH lake view home. 970-819-1562 to schedule showing. LOG HOME & CABIN PACKAGE - 1757sqft $60,900.00; 615sqft - $31,900. Many other models available. 719-686-0404 or visit www.highcountryloghomes.NET

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Quality Quail Run, only $369,000. 2BD, 2BA, garage, like new condition. Vacant, easy to show. Roy Powell, RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT 970-846-1661

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Stately Sanctuary Residence Offered at $4,795,000 #124689 With stone siding, cedar wood accents and 8,600 square feet, this home encompasses luxurious mountain living at its finest. This lodge-inspired masterpiece sits along the 16th fairway of the Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club with 7 bedrooms, a designated office and 6.5 bathrooms, including a fully equipped two-bedroom guest apartment that adjoins the main house. An outdoor grilling station and heated stone patio create an idyllic backyard setting. Call Cam Boyd at (970)846-8100 or Pam Vanatta at (970)291-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com or www.SteamboatEstates.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Shadow Run 2BD, 2BA $300,000. Owner will Finance. 440-666-6008

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Million Dollar Views! Offered at $419,000 Enjoy spectacular views of the Zirkels from this 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home in North Routt. This home has had extensive upgrades throughout including a brand new kitchen with Hickory cabinets, a dual fuel oven, all stainless steel appliances and a new roof. The two car garage has plenty of room for all of your toys. Very easy to show and priced to sell. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Big Valley Ranch Home Offered at $2,250,000 #123162 A spectacular 35-acre site in Big Valley Ranch with panoramic views and over 5,700 square feet of living space. 4+ bedrooms including a main level master, a grand living room with picture windows and a kitchen fit for a chef. Features include extensive custom woodwork and a 3-car garage. Paved roads and a 1,500 acre common area with a pond and trails throughout make this property a complete escape. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty $163.00 PER SQFT! SilverSpur 4BD, 3.5BA home. LOWEST PRICE - SQFT ON THE MARKET. Immaculate, 4600+ sqft custom finishes. Call Roy Powell at RE/MAX STEAMBOAT (970) 846-1661. $755,000. Beautiful South Valley Home on 35+ Acres Offered at $1,599,995 #124719 Just remodeled 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on over 35 acres in the beautiful South Valley. Enjoy the expansive views as you sit in your hot tub, or entertain in the brand new kitchen and family area, recording studio, 12-car garage. Large outbuilding for all of the toys. Only 15 minutes from downtown Steamboat. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty Paonia Retirement - Clark Homestead offers energy conscious homes for elegant living, two bedroom units, with oversized garage. www.clarkhomesteadpaonia.com HAYDEN: Large Family Home with 2,492 Sqft, 3BD, 2BA, Interior remodeled. Includes: woodstove, deck, hot tub, and oversize Garage. $349,500 Bear River Realty 276-3392

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UNBELIEVABLE! $389,000

Steamboat - 60K below market value, approx 2100 Sq feet, 3 bd, 3ba+ loft office and gameroom. Completely remodeled Kitchen, baths, carpet, new appliances. Great porch, steps away from the pool. Won’t last long at this price! FSBO (970) 819-8777 Back on the Market with a $20,000 price reduction! Offered at $759,000 #125547 Immaculate Single Family Home offering the ultimate location close to Whistler Park, minutes from the Ski Area, and easy access to the Core Trail. Interior offers a great open floor plan with vaulted T&G wood ceilings. Home is warm and charming with luxury appointments that include new appliances, hickory cabinetry, slate flooring, slate shower surrounds, and beautifully landscaped yard. Filled with brand new mountain furnishings and accessories. Offered turn-key. Truly a MUST SEE residence. Call Kim Kreissig at (970)870-7872 or (970)846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty Hayden Home Offered at $350,000 #124970 Gorgeously remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Hayden located in excellent family neighborhood. Remodeled in 2008 with bamboo floors, granite countertops, new flooring, cabinets and trim throughout. Fenced yard and large deck with sweeping valley views. Call Colleen de Jong at (970)846-5569 Colleen@PrudentialSteamboatRealty.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

FEATURED LISTING - 3BR, 2.5BA, North Routt. Privacy on .93ac. $435,000.00 MLS 125641. I list and sell properties for a low set fee saving my clients thousands$$$., Call Harley, 970-846-6355, H e l p - U - S e l l www.husalpineproperties.com

3,000+ square foot home, only $540,000, lovely setting on 1.73 acres, lots of extras! Roy Powell REMAX/STEAMBOAT 846-1661 Outstanding Hayden Home - Very well-kept home on a great lot with professional landscaping! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and attached 2-car garage. Sunset views from the large wrap-around deck overlooking green belt. Extras include honeycomb blinds throughout, sprinkler system, pet access doors, concrete drive, brick retaining wall and huge walk-in closet in master. 1-year HSA (Home Security of America) Home Warranty is included. Offered at $290,000. Call Dutch Elting at 970-846-5569 dutch@dutchelting.com

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3 BR on Walton Creek, trees, views, 2.75 bath, quartz counters, on-demand water heater. FSBO. $579,000. Please, no brokers. 734 5020

HELP-U-SELL! TIMBERS VILLAGE CUSTOM HOME. 5BED, 3BATH, 2 CAR GARAGE CUSTOM FINISHES, COUNTRY BUT CLOSE TO TOWN, NATIONAL FOREST ACCESS. ONLY $729,000 DWIGHT 9 7 0 - 8 4 6 - 9 9 7 0 WWW.HUSALPINEPROPERTIES.COM

FSBO:Own a piece of Routt County History. Updated 1730sqft 4BD, 2.5BA home on .3acres. 15 miles South of Steamboat on Highway 131. $235,000 846-8630 or 846-1558 4 + bedroom old town home, big fenced yard, & furnished. $790,000 Call for appointment. (970)871-6898 Dignified Mountain Abode Offered at $1,675,000 #124176 Newly built and exquisite in every manner, this Cimarron townhome gives you 5 bedrooms on three levels. Upgrades include shower & bath enclosures, security system, ceiling fans throughout, custom fireplace stonework and a quaint entry hall cubby. The finishing touches include Giallo Venizianno granite and knotty alder cabinetry, trim and doors. Within walking distance to the slopes, you’ll enjoy every minute that this 3,000+ sq ft villa has to offer. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty 20+ Acre Architectural Masterpiece Offered at $5,950,000 #125618 Custom built home on 20+ acres! This property has 360-degree panoramic views of the Steamboat Ski Area and the Yampa River Valley. Only a short 2 miles from town, quality accents include trussed wood ceilings, alder trim & doors and a mix of granite, marble and onyx stonework in the kitchen and bathrooms. With 350 ft of Yampa River frontage, this is a truly unique home situated on an irreplaceable piece of land. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

HOMES BELOW $300,000 Built on your lot, Stagecoach-Steamboat, PDC Construction. 736-0890 or 846-1525 Exquisite Home in Mountain View Estates Offered at $2,750,000 #123772 Luxurious residence perfectly situated between downtown and mountain. Excellent craftsmanship and rich interior details in this warm and inviting 5,343 sq ft estate with 5 bdrms, 3-car garage, spacious great room, main level master, family room, office and caretaker suite. This home is exquisitely landscaped and backs to Fish Creek. Call Colleen de Jong at (970)846-5569 Colleen@PrudentialSteamboatRealty.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

2 1/2 BD, in Fish Creek Trailer Park, mudroom, greenhouse garden, all applicances included, property ownership coming soon, $42,500. 846-3919 West Acres - 2bd, 1ba, Very Clean, updated! New furnace, wood stove, sheds, large deck, fenced yard, dogs o.k. Brokers welcome. $35,000, 819-4377 DiscountModularHomes.com 866-828-0200

Gorgeous Game Trails Offered at $1,495,000 #125657 Breathtaking and panoramic views are what you will enjoy every day from this beautiful mountain contemporary home. 4000 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plus loft, office/library, family room and bonus room. Impeccable quality on 35 acres only 4 miles from town. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty Price Reduced! New home, 2BA, 3BD, 2 Car garage on large lot! Gain instant equity! 980 E 9th, Craig. 970-629-5427 Brand new, 3BD 2 BA Home in Craig, buyer tax credit with purchase, owner financing available, seller willing to negotiate. Ken 846.4472 Overlook Drive Oasis Offered at $2,175,000 #125774 This 4 bedroom / 4 ½ bath home has panoramic views from the valley to downtown. The house overlooks the Rollingstone Golf Course and comes with a transferable golf membership. Easy living with a main floor master and his/her walk-in closets. Eat-in country kitchen has a sitting area and fireplace. 3 bedrooms on the lower level have access to a covered deck and large family room with wet bar. Great storage, 1000+ square feet of unfinished space, water features, and a spacious office with a private bath complete this special home. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Sleepy Bear #36 Reduced to $24,000 Owner Finance with Down Payment. Call 734-6208

HELP-U-SELL! BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED WEST END TOWNHOME. 2BED, 2BATH, CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE ONLY $265,000 (DEED RESTRICTED) DWIGHT 9 7 0 - 8 4 6 - 9 9 7 0 WWW.HUSALPINEPROPERTIES.COM Townhome with 2 Separate Living Areas Offered at $465,000 #125204 A large 3 bedroom/3bath townhome with two separate living areas on a private drive. The views include the Yampa River, Emerald Mtn., Sleeping Giant, Buffalo Pass, the Rodeo, Ski Jump and all of Downtowm. The interior was thoroughly remodeled in the Fall 07. Ride, walk, stroll or roll to restaurants, shops the Yampa River Core, or just enjoy the Hot Springs at the end of the street. Call Tim Boehm at (970)846-7873 Prudential Steamboat Realty STEAMBOAT:NEWEST TOWNHOME, 2br, 2ba 1152 sqft Westend Village, great finishes, sunny end unit. FSBO Brokers welcome $289,000 coreykopischke.com/house 846-2141

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Move-in Ready, 3BD, 2BA, 1-car home located within walking distance of downtown Steamboat. Master bath with Whirpool tub and double sink vanity, gas-fireplace 2-decks, extra parking, corner lot, mature landscaping, sprinkler system, on bus-route, bike-path, great views! No HOA, no lot rent. Pioneer Village $430,000 Directions: HWY-40, 1/2 mile west of 13th St, Across from new Community Center, Rt on Conestoga Circle top of hill, brown house on left, 1467 (970)871-4880 (970)819-0347

Sensational Setting Nestled in the Aspens Offered at $1,349,000 #125387 View the night lights of Steamboat while unwinding in your hot tub. This home has gorgeous finishes and generous natural light. Private location generous with expansive remodel! This Colorado dream home can be yours for a realistic price of only $1,349,000. The location is magic! Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

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40 Acres by Elk Springs in Western Moffat County, CR access, tower close by, excellent hunting area, $40,000, Tom Tucker Realty 970-878-4596

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532 Acres by Collbran and Mesa County, CR access, south facing with Juniper Pinon Pine, borders BOM and division of wildlife, excellent deer and elk hunting or divide into 40 acre homesites, owner will finance with 10% down, $695,000 Tom Tucker Realty 970-878-4596

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40 ACRES East North CRAIG $100,000, Owner finance 6.5% with $5000 down, $673.95 mo, elec and roads, 970-640-8723

Creek Ranch! Starting at $275,000 #124506, 124746, 125183 & #116434 Creek Ranch is a land preservation subdivision. Owners have access to 2,400 acres for horseback riding, hiking, skiing, hunting and fishing. More than 3 miles of Trout Creek meander through the valley and 4 ponds are scattered throughout. Ranch headquarters include an authentic main ranch house, a barn, large arena and ample horse pasture all for owner use. Call Cam Boyd at (970)846-8100 or Pam Vanatta at (970)291-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com or www.SteamboatEstates.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Beautiful 1 acre duplex lot, Timbers Village Subdivision two miles up Rabbit Ears, W-S Taps paid,electric. gary.osteen@gmail.com $349,000 3 Old Town Lots in Steamboat Springs, Howelsen and Emerald mountains in your back yard. $300,000 970-826-0307

�� The Perfect Lot Offered at $925,000 #123513 Beautiful, private lot in Mountain View Estates. Flat building site with panoramic views from the Ski Area to Emerald Mountain. One of the few lots remaining in this highly desirable neighborhood located between town and the ski area. This larger lot is .91 acres. Call Colleen de Jong at (970)846-5569 Colleen@PrudentialSteamboatRealty.com Prudential Steamboat Realty It’s Here - The Perfect Building Lot Offered at $450,000 #125650 Ready to build on complete with a well and roughed in driveway. This perfect country lot has a flat building site, gorgeous trees and sweet views. Privacy in a peaceful aspen grove setting. Enjoy lots of elbow room to romp. Horses allowed. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty Spectacular View Lot Under 400K Offered at $395,000 #125368 Fabulous treed lot with views to Buff Pass and Mt. Werner. Lots of pine, aspen and oak on property at the top of the subdivision. Very private spectacular lot 10 minutes from everything. Call Bob Bomeisl at (970)846-3046 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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40 acres with older motorhome in 64x40’ barn 2 miles east of Craig. $325,000. Owner financing with $15,000 down at 6.5% interest at $1,959.41 monthly. Leveled building site, teriffic views. Waterwell, electricity, phone, septic, one reservoir, one spring. 970-640-8723. Ski Area and Trout Creek Views! Secluded 40 acres. Great value 10 miles from town. $339,000. Roy Powell RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT (970)846-1661

Exclusive Sidney Peak Ranch Offered at $750,000 #125488 Located 10 minutes from downtown Steamboat but a world away, Sidney Peak Ranch offers only 32 lots ranging from 40-50 acres. The stocked fish pond, 32-stall barn Equestrian center, 1200 acre conservation easement plus miles riding, and hiking trails make this the place you want to call home. Ranch 5 is 40.15 acres and offers a beautiful 6 acre flat building site. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

CONTINENTAL DIVIDE VIEWS!!! Aspen Tree Covered, Ready to build. Steamboat Lake. $125,000 OR TRADE! Call Roy Powell RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT 970-846-1661

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ASPEN TREE COVERED site on cul-de-sac. 1/2 acre, ALL UTILITIES TO LOT. $98,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT (970) 846-1661

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STAGECOACH: Rock Point Trail, ready to build, no assessments, W-S taps paid, soils test, plans, utilities. $190,000. Call 638-4496 Nice Building Site! By Owner, All Utilities with fees paid. Mountain views, Oak Creek, $56,500 870-0266, petnum@hotmail.com To Request photos.

MOUNTAIN TOP HOME 35 ACRES 360 Degree views, LOWEST PRICE IN STEAMBOAT! 3000SqFt, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, Custom Woodwork, Bamboo floors, Granite counters, 3 car garage, 1800sqft of Patio’s. Don Kotowski Rocky Mountain Real Estate 846-8081 or 879-1212 STEAMBOAT:DOWNTOWN HOME 3BD, 2BA. $439,000. Brokers 5%, Strawberry Park Ranch, running water. Home, barn, sweetest land! Mtn Home Realty (970)846-9783

Country Family Home- 2,400 sq.ft., 3 bdrms/2 full baths, kitchen/dining/living room & laundry room. 20 acres or 60 acres. 970-824-7330

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Meridian Quartet member Anastasia Storer plays a piece Tuesday at the Strings Music Pavilion.

we really clicked, and we’re still really clicking,” Storer said. In the quartet’s repertoire, Haydn and Beethoven provide a traditional chamber music base, with compositions by Dmitri Shostakovich adding modern energy and light arrangements by George Gershwin offering jazz accessibility. Meridian will attend coaching sessions with string musicians Chee-Yun and Arturo Delmoni, give community outreach concerts to local senior centers and the Boys & Girls Club of Craig, sit in with the Strings Festival Orchestra in performances Saturday and July 11 and turn pages for chamber musicians. The young artist program has been around for years, and in the past has brought in musicians who were still in school for weeks of performances, educational opportunities and assistance in stage management and

If you go What: Meridian Quartet, opening Strings Music Festival’s Music on the Green free summer concert series When: 12:15 to 1 p.m. Thursday Where: Yampa River Botanic Park Cost: Free Call: 879-5056 More information: Meridian Quartet, a group of string players who met playing in Miami’s New World Symphony, will play Music on the Green concerts Thursday, and on July 2 and July 9. Steamboat Wind Trio plays light classical music July 16; Trevor G. Potter performs acoustic American folk music July 23; Steve Boynton and Tim Cunningham offer jazz standards July 30; Yampa Valley Boys deliver musical cowboy stories Aug. 6; and Legal Tender ends the series with classical rock and country Aug. 13.

production, said Elissa Greene, education and IT director for the festival. That setup has been adapted in 2009 for a quartet with more professional experience, Greene said.

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