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 "stuff", and not get out and do many of the things that [...]

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... Please don't misunderstand me, I love having such a [...]

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 take a few days off from the heat and enjoy [...]

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 [...]

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 rememberbefore you head out: 1. [...]

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 price reduced to $799,000. 3 townhomes in Lakota, two [...]

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 Car Quest, First Class Automotive across from [...]

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 Bill's Auto located around the corner from Car Quest, First Class Automotive across from [...]

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 to do the Habitat Hobble to raise money for [...]