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Gather your favorite Colorado Parks and Wildlife photo memories for the “Best of 2011 at Colorado State Parks” photo contest. Entrants who are 18 years of age or older are invited to submit their photos of people enjoying their favorite state parks in all seasons and all outdoor recreational activities. Categories for entry include: Best
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Approves Three New Colorado Natural Areas
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Thursday approved three new Colorado Natural Areas, located in San Miguel, La Plata and Yuma Counties. Since 1977, the Colorado Natural Areas Program has worked with interested landowners and volunteers to conserve the ecosystems, species, geology and fossils that are uniquely Colorado at 91 sites, including the three new
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The Stagecoach State Park dog sled race scheduled for January 7 and 8, 2012, has been cancelled because of safety concerns and unfavorable weather forecasts. “We have some open water near the inlet of the reservoir, and with there not being enough snow here, the brakes on the dog sleds won’t grip,” said Kimi Lehman,
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Get Ready for the National Western in Denver
Dust off your boots and shine your belt buckle because it’s Stock Show and Rodeo time! January 7, 2012 will kick off the 106th National Western Stock Show and Rodeo. Visiting this annual event has become a tradition for many Colorado families and countless out-of- state visitors. If you have never had the chance to
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Bud Light Street Beat Concert Series in Vail
Thursday evenings beginning in December signal the opportunity for Vail Valley residents and guests to enjoy free music in the streets of Vail as the Vail Valley Foundation presents the 13th season of the popular Bud Light Street Beat free concert series. The series culminates with the Volvo Grand Prize given away at the final
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Refurbished Laptop Project to Benefit Local School District
Fort Collins, CO – In a novel approach to diverting electronic waste from landfill disposal, the City of Fort Collins is partnering with Greenback LLC to collect laptops computers at the Rivendell Recycling Center. The new, bright green collection box, designed with a special slot opening for depositing laptop computers, was recently installed at the
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FORT COLLINS – Natural Areas Program Awarded Education Grant for Bobcat Ridge The City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Program has received a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the David R. and Virginia D. Pulliam Charitable Trust in support of environmental and cultural education at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area. The money will be
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Law Enforcement to Pace Vehicles Again on I-70
CDOT will be testing Rolling Speed Harmonization for a second time, this weekend. These tests are being conducted by the Colorado Department of Transportation in coordination with the Colorado State Patrol (CSP), and Silverthorne Police Department (SPD). Be advised that this weekends test will take place along a longer stretch of Interstate 70 than previous
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Water is likely the most important element in life for humans, plants and animals. Without water we die, or with contaminated water we get sick and weak. Protecting and conserving this essential element of life is critical and teaching the next generation(s) how to be good environmental stewards is an important job. The University of
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Colorado City and Town Events
Seven Wonders of Vail Vail’s Legendary Seven Back Bowls stretch an impressive 7 miles and 2,734 acres – think you can ski them all in one day? Vail’s Seven Wonders contest gives you the chance to show what you are made of. As part of the inaugural Winter Teva Mountain Games – Vail presented by Eddie Bauer, the Seven
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Colorado Ski Resort Events
Seven Wonders of Vail Vail’s Legendary Seven Back Bowls stretch an impressive 7 miles and 2,734 acres – think you can ski them all in one day? Vail’s Seven Wonders contest gives you the chance to show what you are made of. As part of the inaugural Winter Teva Mountain Games – Vail presented by Eddie Bauer, the Seven
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Colorado State Park Events
Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Families Your family will have 5 opportunities from January to March to join a group for a Snowshoe Trek in Rocky Mountain National Park. Discover the serene beauty of RMNP in the wintertime on this four-hour snowshoe hike. This fun and educational program will lead you through snow-covered pine, spruce, and fir trees to learn how
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Denver Metro Events
National Western’s Wild West Show The NWSS Wild West Show takes you back to the days of Buffalo Bill, Annie Oakley and Calamity Jane – a show like the original Buffalo Bill shows of days gone by. You can expect to see nonstop action including a six-horse stagecoach holdup, dance hall girls and a moving tribute to the American Indian.
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Front Range Colorado Events
Dance & Fitness FREE Week During a special week of fitness and fun – we invite you January 9th – 14th to come try out our various dance & fitness classes for FREE. There is something for everybody! We have specialized classes to suit a variety of needs, interests, abilities & ages from toddler to adult from beginner to advanced.
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Northeast Colorado Events
8th Annual High Plains Turkey Trot Kick-start your 2011 Thanksgiving festivities in Sterling, CO with a 5K run/walk/stroll or a 1-mile Leisure Loop. The High Plains Turkey Trot is a terrific way to keep the “Thanksgiving Spread” confined to your table instead of your waistline! The High Plains Turkey Trot takes place on Thanksgiving morning in Sterling, Colorado. A fundraising 5K
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Northwest Colorado Events
Seven Wonders of Vail Vail’s Legendary Seven Back Bowls stretch an impressive 7 miles and 2,734 acres – think you can ski them all in one day? Vail’s Seven Wonders contest gives you the chance to show what you are made of. As part of the inaugural Winter Teva Mountain Games – Vail presented by Eddie Bauer, the Seven
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South Central Colorado Events
5th Annual Cripple Creek Ice Festival The 5th Annual Cripple Creek Ice Festival will feature an amazing showcase of ice sculpted by world-famous and local artists! Last year’s “Story Time in Cripple Creek” delighted thousands of visitors. The 2012 Ice Festival will be held February 11& 12, 2012 and February 18 & 19, 2012. The theme of this year’s Cripple Creek
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Southeast Colorado Events
2nd Annual Frostbite Fish-Off Help the Arkansas River by participating in the Frostbite Fish-Off! Enjoy a day fishing the Arkansas during this years Frostbite Fish-Off in Pueblo Colorado. You might even win some money! This Pueblo fishing tournament is limited to the first 22 registered teams, two anglers per team. Don’t have someone to be your partner? One can
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Southwest Colorado Events
Pagosa Springs Outlaw Snowdown 2012 “The Outlaw Snowdown” is a three-day alternative country festival held in Pagosa Springs, Colorado over Martin Luther King Day weekend — January 13 -15, 2012. Some big names and wild music on stage at night combined with some great winter action on the slopes of Wolf Creek during the day followed by a soak in
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Colorado News
New “Healthy Sustainable Homes” Program Fort Collins, CO – Residents of Fort Collins can now rely on a new program that helps individuals and families breathe easier. Healthy Sustainable Homes is a free, volunteer-driven program designed to assist families improve the indoor air quality of their homes. Residents can benefit from free, in-depth home health assessments conducted by experts and
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