Trail Ridge Road - Colorado's Grande Dame - by Ron Owens

     One of my very favorite summer activities in the Fraser Valley is riding my Harley to the top of Trail Ridge Road.  Once there the big question is:  do I continue on to charming Estes Park or, turn around and head back home to the beautiful Winter Park area?  I know, I know, life's tough...
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Cool & Clear in Winter Park! - by Mike Periolat

This is the time of year in Winter Park, CO when I remember why I live here year round! Cool, clear days and even cooler nights! 65 miles away in downtown Denver, they are going on 7 days of 90+ degree weather.  I-70 out of Denver will be jam-packed this Friday night with city folk, rushing up to...
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We are Colorado’s Mountain Bike Capital! - by Lisa Leclair Waldorf

If you didn’t believe the self proclaimed title years before, believe it now!  It seems that mountain biking in Grand County is becoming a bigger sport and spectator event every summer.  We are currently in the midst of the US Nationals for downhill mountain biking  This is the second y...
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Bank Owned Properties in the Granby, Grand Lake and Winter Park Areas as of July 6, 2010 - by Jean Wolter

As of July 6, 2010 there are a total of 39 active, 8 sold and 12 pended Bank Owned Properties in the Winter Park, Granby and Grand Lake areas. The summary for each are as follows:   Winter Park Area Listings: 9 Active - One lot in Pole Creek Timbers listed for $250k. One home in Tabernash pr...
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Hiking in Grand County - by Jennifer Brewster

Get out there and explore some of the great hiking in Grand County.  It’s a great way to check out some of the natural beauty of Winter Park and the surrounding area,  plus it's just good for the soul!! Here are some important tips to remember before you head out:  1.  Always be prepare...
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3rd Annual Client Appreciation Party - by Shanna Lalley

We kicked off summer this past weekend with Real Estate of Winter Park’s 3rd Annual Client Appreciation Party. It was a huge hit with about 250 of our clients enjoying BBQ and cocktails in our front yard.  This was the kick-off weekend for a full summer of concerts, festivals, craft fairs a...
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Let's Get Recycling! - by Katie Riemenschneider

If anyone is interested in finding out more about what options there are in Grand County for recycling don’t be fooled there are many.   A new group “Grand Resource & Recycle Coalition” which was formed around 8 months ago is trying to put the word out.   If you have any questions Jean...
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Habitat Hobble - by Katie Riemenschneider

First off I want to say “Kudos” to Jennifer Brewster, Peter Gach and my 5 year old Jakob Riemenschneider” for their great support this Saturday at the Habitat Hobble.   They volunteered their time to hand out water and Gatorade to the runners/walkers/joggers that took time at 9am on Saturday...
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Bank Owned Properties in the Granby, Grand Lake and Winter Park Areas as of June 16, 2010 - by Jean Wolter

As of June 16, 2010 there are a total of 27 active, 5 sold and 13 pended Bank Owned Properties in the Winter Park, Granby and Grand Lake areas.  The summary for each are as follows: Winter Park Area Listings:4 Active - One lot in Pole Creek Timbers listed for $250k.  One home in Tabernash at $1,0...
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The Pony Express & The Internet? - by Ron Ownes

     This year marks the 150th anniversary of the famous Pony Express.  Although it existed for only a short period of time - from April 3, 1860 to late October, 1861; it captured the attention and heart of the world.  Many historians credit it as the first 'high-speed Information delivery ser...
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