ESTES PARK Join local authors Kay Turnbaugh and Lee Tillotson for a talk about their new book, “Rocky Mountain National Park Dining Room Girl: The Summer of 1926 at the Horseshoe Inn,” Oct. 15 at 7 p.m at the Nederland Community Library. The authors will share photos, including some never before published, and stories from … Continue reading
By Jennifer Pund ESTES PARK Held each year on the same day clocks “fall back” when Daylight Savings ends, the Fall Back Beer Festival is not only a celebration of beer, but also the people who make it. Returning for it’s third year, Oct. 31 from noon-4 p.m. at the Estes Park Events Complex, the … Continue reading
DENVER — In 2016, the National Park Service will celebrate 100 years of protecting the many beautiful and unique national parks across the country. From fishing in one of the deepest canyons in the Western Hemisphere to surfing down the highest sand dunes in North America, Colorado’s four national parks offer vastly diverse and unique experiences. … Continue reading
DENVER ─ A strong El Nino and heavy snowfall predicted for the upcoming winter are not the only exciting forecasts for Colorado. The state is also buzzing with major news, developments, activities and events launching in destinations and resorts across the state this winter season. From new women’s ski programs and luxe on-mountain “clubs” to … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – Completing a land protection effort that began in 2012, the Rocky Mountain Conservancy (Rocky Mountain National Park’s nonprofit partner ) announced today that it has transferred the Johnson Property to Rocky Mountain National Park. In 2012, Rocky Mountain National Park identified the private inholding known as the Johnson Property as a high … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – The year-long celebration of Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary continues with the following programs in the latter part of July. This is just a snapshot of all the numerous events. Check the park website regularly, http://www.nps.gov/romo or follow us on social media @Rockynps for updates on 100th Anniversary events and programs. … Continue reading
ESTES PARK Where can you find cowboys, cowgirls, spectators and spectacular mountain views together in one place? The Rooftop Rodeo in Estes Park, of course. For 89 years, the event has brought “boot-stompin’ and horse-kickin’, and bull-buckin’ cowboy fun” to Estes Park. A parade, rodeo events, kids activities and special nights are just a few … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – On July 2 at 11:00 a.m., Senator Cory Gardner, Congressman Jared Polis and Federal Highways Administration Division Director Ric Suarez joined park superintendent Vaughn Baker to open Old Fall River Road for the season. In September of 2013, Rocky Mountain National Park received a record amount of rainfall. Damage in the park … Continue reading
ESTES PARK Each June, families, knitters and animal enthusiasts attend the free Estes Park Fiber Affair and Wool Market to find all kinds of great things and more. This year’s 25th anniversary event, held at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, continues to be the largest fiber fest in the West. Attendees can also enjoy a … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK If anyone any single person can sum up the spirit of Estes Park’s annual Fiber Affair, it’s Neota Designs owner Deb Coombs. Not only does she craft original designs, clothes and accessories from wool and mohair yarn, she makes the hand-painted and dyed yarn for others to do the … Continue reading
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