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March 2018

Recreation Weather/Climate

Dust on crust

During a winter such as this one, when snow has been sorely lacking, a forecast for any snow at all can seem welcome.  So as we headed to Winter Park this past weekend for our annual winter ski trip, we felt optimistic hearing there was snow in the forecast. We…

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Nature

The Fraser Valley

As we descend down Berthoud Pass, the expanse of the valley starts to come into view.  Driving further north towards Fraser and Granby heading towards Grand Lake, the views open and the skies become enormous.  Spending time in the Fraser Valley reminds me of Colorado’s version of “Big Sky Country.”…

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Lifestyle

Some day…

Many years ago when I worked for the C&O Canal National Historical Park in Maryland, I had an interesting conversation with a co-worker, Lorraine.  I always enjoyed talking to Lorraine, because she was one of the kindest people I knew. “So Lorraine, how long until retirement?” “I only have one…

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