It is always nice when people from out of town come to visit! - by Jennifer Brewster

I think most of us that live here do not go more than a day or maybe two without realizing the incredible beauty of the Fraser Valley and all that it has to offer.  It would be nearly impossible to.  Having said that, as a local, it is really easy to get caught up in all of the day to day "...
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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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Winter Park is 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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Get out there and explore some of the great 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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Real Estate of WInter Park's 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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Recycling Day at Car Quest in Granby on July 3rd - by Katie Riemenschneider

Car Quest in Granby (across from Alpine Lumber) is hosting a recycling day this Saturday, July 3rd from 9am to 1pm.  They will be accepting car/truck batteries, scrap metal, plastic, paper and cardboard. If you have auto oil you can take it anytime to Bills auto located around the corner from ...
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Let's Get Recycling in Grand County! - 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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