970 Grand County

Meara McQuain and Erica Bean joined me today from the Headwaters Trial Alliance. The Headwaters Trail Alliance is a nonprofit advocacy organization for the trails in Grand County. We talk about the importance of the Leave No Trace principals, how to be good stewards of our trails, and the organization's stewardship and ambassador program. https://headwaterstrails.org/

This episode is a repeat from January 10, 2022. Darley Newman, six time Emmy Award-nominated host, talks about her upcoming show – Travels with Darley on PBS, featuring Grand County. In the episode and series, Newman takes her viewers around the world as she works with locals as the destinations guides to experience the culture, cuisine, history, and outdoor adventure. Look for the “Travels with D...

My guest today is Brittany VanderLinden with the Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce.  Brittany shares information on the 70th annual Kremmling Days, June 16-18, and other events and activities around Kremmling this summer. https://www.kremmlingchamber.com Facebook

My guest today is Catherine Ross. Catherine is the Executive Director for the Winter Park & Fraser Valley Chamber. We discuss a few of the events happening in the Fraser Valley this summer, including the Jazz Festival, Run for Independence, BrewFest, SolShine, Music in the Park, and more. For more information: www.playwinterpark.com

Joining me today is Mike Ritter. Mike is the PGA Head Professional at Grand Elk Golf Club, located in Granby, Colorado. Mike talks about the history of Grand Elk, what's new at the golf course, and much more. For more information on Grand Elk Golf Club: https://www.grandelk.com

This episode is a rerun from 2022.  Margaret Strom, the owner of Mountain Moon Yoga, joins me today to discuss how we can practice mindfulness and meditation this busy summer season. She walks us through a mindfulness meditation and lists places we can practice in beautiful Grand County. To learn more about Mountain Moon Yoga and Margaret’s classes and retreats:  https://mtmoonyoga.com/home To lea...

My guest today is Maria Chavez. Maria is a member of the Grand County Blues Society. We talk about how the Blues came to be in Grand County, where you can listen to live blues performances, the Blues Star Connection, and so much more. https://grandblues.org

Kyle Patterson, the Management Specialist and Public Affairs Officer for Rocky Mountain National Park, joins me to discuss the park's history, winter activities and how the time entry will work this summer. Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the oldest parks in the United States. The park was established in 1915 and covers an area of over 415 square miles. The park is a popular destinatio...

Jeanine Consoli, my guest today, is a freelance writer and has contributed to Flipboard, TravelAwaits, Food Flaspacker, Rovology and more. Jeanine shares her experience during her recent visit to Grand County. Check out Jeanine's stories on Grand County: https://www.foodieflashpacker.com/grand-lake-colorado-restaurants/ https://www.travelawaits.com/2677432/grand-lake-colorado-best-outdoor-act...

Stephanie Carey joins me today to talk about Cooper Square in Winter Park, Colorado. Cooper Creek Square includes nine restaurants, eleven boutique stores, a brewery, and on-site activities. https://coopercreeksquare.com

My guest today is Scott Merchant. Scott is the program and activities manager for ShadowClifff Mountain Lodge. We talked about the Grand Lake Winter Carnival happening on March 4. The year's theme is Frozen. Activities include bed sled races, a snowman building contest, sing along and a firework display over Grand Lake. For more informaiton:https://www.grandlakewintercarnival.com

Steve Skinner, the Program Director for the public radio station KFFR (88.3 FM) located in Fraser, Colorado, joins me today. Steve started the Sounds of Grand County, promoting local musicians to perform in their studio. The performances are live and available in person, online, or on Instagram.  The next performance features Women of Grand County on March 9th from 7:00-9:00 pm.  For more informat...

Today's guest is the award-winning writer and photographer Penny Rafferty Hamilton, PhD. We discuss Penny's new book – The Imagines of America- Grand County, which will be available on February 20th. The book celebrates 150 years of Grand County history. For more information: Grand County Historical Association February 25th book signing event at Emily Warner Field Aviation Museum Penny...

Eric Lindberg joins us to talk about photo tips in Grand County. California-based photographer and writer Eric Lindberg specializes in adventure travel, domestic and world culture, small-ship cruises, wildlife, and wild places. Covering subjects ranging from foreign rail journeys and wilderness river expeditions to American road trips and urban cultural hotspots, his award-winning photos and stori...

Rachel Rayburn has been creating jewelry in Grand County, Colorado, since 2004. Today we talk about her inspiration for her designs and the creative process for her store – Altitude Jewelry. Altitude Jewelry offers two locations in Grand County – Winter Park and Grand Lake. To learn more or purchase online, check out her website at:  https://altitudejewelry.com

Samantha Missey from the Grand County Historical Association joins me to talk about the Fraser, Colorado, famous female doctor – Doc Susie.  Susan Anderson  (Doc Susie) was one of Colorado’s first women physicians. She moved to Fraser, located in Grand County, around 1904 and, for 49 years, was the only doctor in Fraser. https://grandcountyhistory.org

Joining me today are Sarah Cichon- Douglas from Destination Granby and Brittany VanderLinden from Kremmling Chamber. We talked about the 3 Lakes Ice Fishing Contest and Wolford Ice Fishing Contest, which occur in January and February.  True fisherman are not content to forget their passion just because of a little ice. During the winter, ice fishing provides an opportunity to not only bask in beau...

My guest today is Kaiyote Snow with Kaiyote Tours. Kaiyote is an expert on the trails and wildlife at the western entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Her snowshoe and cross-county skiing tours are customized for each individual and group. For more information: https://www.kaiyotetours.com

My guest today is Jenna Young. Jenna is the Director of Beverages, General Manager, and Distiller for the Fraser Valley Distilling located in Fraser, Colorado. Jenna has a doctorate in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from Michigan State University and soon discovered her passion for making unique and special spirits.   Fraser Valley Distillery is in Fraser, Colorado, is a family-owned business...

My friend Michelle Kennard and I discuss the fun holiday events we experience and the events we hope to enjoy in Granby and around the county. Tree Lightings Home for the Holidays - Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre Sun Outdoors Craft Fair Granby Ranch Santa visits Granby Ranch and Winter Park Resort Torch Light Parades

Jen Miller, the Public Relations and Communications Director for Winter Park Resort, joins me to discuss the holiday season, the newly added terrain and plans for the future. https://www.winterparkresort.com

Kaiti Jacobson, the program manager for the Colorado Tourism Office, joins me to talk about how Care for Colorado came about, the partnership with Leave No Trace, and how communities can market and promote the Leave No Trace principles to residents and visitors.   To learn more about Care for Colorado, go to https://www.colorado.com/CareForColorado.

Jeremy Krones is the Executive Director for the Colorado Headwaters Land Trust located in Grand County, Colorado. The Colorado Headwaters Land Trust’s mission is to conserve and steward the open lands and natural character of the headwaters of the Colorado River in partnership with the local community. https://www.coloradoheadwaterslandtrust.org

My guest Dave Schlichting is the Grand County Astronomy Club founder and NASA HUNCH mentor. The  Grand County Astronomy Club meetings are  held at the Granby Library every other Saturday at 7:00 pm.