Grand County Opens Door to Popular Park’s “Quiet Side”
Rocky Mountain National Park, in northern Colorado, is one of the top 10 most visited national parks in the United States, with nearly 2.8 million visitors each year. Want to enjoy this natural wonderland without the hassle? Visit the Park’s “quiet side.” The western side of the Park – accessed via the Kawuneeche Visitor Center – sees only a third of the traffic of the more popular eastern side://grandlakechamber.com/rocky-mountain-national-park-minus-the-crowd/
Family Fly Fishing Day – July 19
Sponsored by Trout Unlimited Trail River Ranch in RMNP (Betty Dick Property), 10 am-2 pm, Ages 9 to 90! Learn fly casting, and catch and release techniques while enjoying the gorgeous surroundings. All equipment and lunch is provided. Bring the whole family! Cost $100/family (up to 3); additional members @ $25 pp.Call Gayle Langley for more information at (970) 627-5026.
Space is limited, reserve your spot today!! http://grandlakechamber.com/july-9-family-fly-fishing-day/
Buffalo BBQ Weekend – July 20/21
This annual BBQ is packed full of music, a 5K run/walk, bingo, a pancake breakfast on Saturday, and a parade on Sunday. This is an all day event and runs for three days. For more information, call 970-627-3402. http://grandlakechamber.com/july-2021-buffalo-bbq-weekend/
Saturday, August 17, part of Grand Lake’s Annual Brews & Crews Weekend. The Spirit of the Lake is a staggered start exhibition Head Race and Colorado River Headwaters Conservation fundraiser. This event is open to: Rowers, Kayakers, Canoeists and Stand-Up Paddle-Boarders, with separate starts for each division. The Spirit of the Lake is staged on Grand Lake (once known as Spirit Lake) at an elevation of 8,437 feet. Grand Lake is located in north-central Colorado at the western edge of Rocky Mountain National Park. This friendly, historic mountain town is known for its big heart, quirky sense of humor and fervent stewardship of the great Colorado River’s Headwaters. The town is on the edge of the largest natural lake in Colorado at the base of majestic Mount Craig, affectionately known as ‘Mt. Baldy’.
Boat Rigging/Drop-off: August 16th – 3:00pm to 9:00 pm at Lake Park: Trailer-Friendly Route: Turn right off of Highway 34 onto West Portal Road, at the junction of Highway 34 and the Grand Lake Chamber Visitor Center. (West Portal Road joins Lake Avenue at a fork.) Continue straight on West Portal Road (Left at the fork) toward the East Inlet Public Boat Launch area (look for directional signage). At the first stop sign, turn Right onto Garfield Street heading toward the bottom of the hill. Make a Left turn onto Park Avenue heading straight on Park Avenue before making a Right turn onto Hancock Street. Go straight at the stop sign and continue toward the Lake. Parking will be marked for trailers and boat storage.
Buffalo BBQ Weekend – July 20/21
This annual BBQ is packed full of music, a 5K run/walk, bingo, a pancake breakfast on Saturday, and a parade on Sunday. This is an all day event and runs for three days. For more information, call 970-627-3402. http://grandlakechamber.com/july-2021-buffalo-bbq-weekend/
Saturday, August 17, part of Grand Lake’s Annual Brews & Crews Weekend. The Spirit of the Lake is a staggered start exhibition Head Race and Colorado River Headwaters Conservation fundraiser. This event is open to: Rowers, Kayakers, Canoeists and Stand-Up Paddle-Boarders, with separate starts for each division. The Spirit of the Lake is staged on Grand Lake (once known as Spirit Lake) at an elevation of 8,437 feet. Grand Lake is located in north-central Colorado at the western edge of Rocky Mountain National Park. This friendly, historic mountain town is known for its big heart, quirky sense of humor and fervent stewardship of the great Colorado River’s Headwaters. The town is on the edge of the largest natural lake in Colorado at the base of majestic Mount Craig, affectionately known as ‘Mt. Baldy’.Boat Rigging/Drop-off: August 16th – 3:00pm to 9:00 pm at Lake Park: Trailer-Friendly Route: Turn right off of Highway 34 onto West Portal Road, at the junction of Highway 34 and the Grand Lake Chamber Visitor Center. (West Portal Road joins Lake Avenue at a fork.) Continue straight on West Portal Road (Left at the fork) toward the East Inlet Public Boat Launch area (look for directional signage). At the first stop sign, turn Right onto Garfield Street heading toward the bottom of the hill. Make a Left turn onto Park Avenue heading straight on Park Avenue before making a Right turn onto Hancock Street. Go straight at the stop sign and continue toward the Lake. Parking will be marked for trailers and boat storage.
Pre-Registration and Check-in:
August 16th – Available for all racers from 12:00 – 7:00 pm at the Boat Rigging Area.
On-line Registration Deadline: Aug. 14, 2013
Early Registration Deadline: July 31, 2013To Register: http://www.roninregistration.com/rowing/info.asp?GroupID=143616&p=default&pt=rowing&InfoType=Register
For More Information: http://spiritlakeregatta.com/
August 16th – Available for all racers from 12:00 – 7:00 pm at the Boat Rigging Area.
On-line Registration Deadline: Aug. 14, 2013
Early Registration Deadline: July 31, 2013To Register: http://www.roninregistration.com/rowing/info.asp?GroupID=143616&p=default&pt=rowing&InfoType=Register
For More Information: http://spiritlakeregatta.com/