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Granby Rodeo and High Country Stampede Bring Wild West Charm to Grand County All Summer Long

Summer in Grand County means endless mountain biking and hiking trails, soaking in the sunshine on our mountain lakes, floating the Upper Colorado River, fishing, live outdoor music, festivals, and enjoying that cool mountain air when the rest of the world is sweltering. And, just to add to the fun, summer is also rodeo season!

While some mountain towns only get one rodeo a year, we're lucky enough to have two that run most of the summer: one in Fraser and one in Granby. So bust out that western wear because our quintessential mountain rodeos are calling your name. Rain or shine (and legitimate fun for the whole family), the Granby Rodeo at Flying Heels…

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Your Guide to Renting a Boat, Kayak, Canoe, or Paddle Board in Grand County (Plus a Few Insider Tips if You Already Own One!)

Summer on the lake here in Grand County is as good as it gets. Surrounded by the Indian Peaks, Mt. Baldy, the Never Summer Mountains, and the Gore Range, being out on the water in the Three Lakes Region takes mountain living summer vibes to the next level. Whether you're on Lake Granby, Shadow Mountain Reservoir, or Grand Lake, you can't help but stop and soak it all in. Fresh mountain air, a cool breeze, and views for days keep those "dog days of summer" off your radar.

And if you're looking to get out on the water (motor or no motor, pontoon or paddleboard), local rental companies have you covered. I've put together all…

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Middle Park High School Launches Its First-Ever Ice Hockey Team! 

You might be wondering how a community known for its winter sports is just now introducing a high school hockey team?! It’s no small feat to bring a new high school–level sport to a rural community, where both resources and players are coveted. But ice hockey in a place eponymous for winter sports is meant to be! It’s been a labor of love with years of commitment and a whole lot of tenacity from hockey lovers throughout the Fraser Valley to finally usher in a new season for Middle Park High School - one with its very own hockey team!

East Grand School District (home to Fraser Valley Elementary, Granby Elementary, East Grand Middle School, and Middle Park High School) kicked off…

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Osteria Giocondo Brings Italian Charm to Downtown Winter Park

I think I’ve found my new favorite spot right in the heart of downtown Winter Park! Osteria Giocondo recently opened on Main Street, giving us a cozy place to gather, connect, and enjoy a drink with some Italian-inspired small bites. It’s owned and operated by Devil’s Thumb Ranch, so you can expect the same luxury, attention to detail, and high-quality experience they’re known for - without the drive!

This charming little spot sits in the same building as Vasquez Creek Inn and Volario’s (also part of the Devil’s Thumb family), directly across Highway 40 from Hideaway Park + the Rendezvous Event Center. The space has actually been empty for a few years, but longtime locals might…

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 Thanksgiving Dinner Made Easy: Skip the Kitchen and Enjoy Local Favorites Serving up Traditional Meals this Year!

Whether you're visiting or call the Fraser Valley home, Thanksgiving week has so much to offer if you find yourself in Grand County for the laid-back holiday. With the both Winter Park Resort and Granby Ranch open and in full swing, tubing and sledding hills ready to welcome guests, and (hopefully!) enough snow on the ground to get out for a cross-country ski or snowmobile ride, there are a wealth of opportunities to play outside and appreciate the beauty of the mountains. And events like the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, Cooper Creek Square's Celebration of Lights, Winter Park Resort's Holiday Tree Lighting, Granby's Parade of Lights…

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Check out Fraser Valley's Newest Addition: The Fraser Bike Park is Ready to Ride! 

If you've driven through Fraser lately, you've likely noticed an influx of dirt, heavy equipment, and activity near the Lion’s Ponds east of Highway 40. Crews have been hard at work all summer and into fall to bring the Town of Fraser's long-awaited vision to life - the new Fraser Bike Park is in the home stretch of completion and just recently celebrated the soft opening of the asphalt pump track!

With over 600 miles of cross-country trails, Trestle Bike Park's world-class downhill biking, and plenty of gravel riding opportunities, the Winter Park area is a biking mecca. So an innovative, all ages and abilities bike park is a natural addition to our…

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Home Ownership Simplified: Idlewild Custom Home Care Gives a Whole New Meaning to "Living the Mountain Dream"

Living in the mountains really is the dream: snow-capped peaks outside your window, trails calling your name, fresh air that makes it easy to breathe a little deeper and relax in your alpine oasis. But as any homeowner knows, even the dream comes with its less-than-glamorous side: maintenance lists, repairs, scheduling services, stocking the fridge - all those little things that quietly eat up your time and potentially keep you from enjoying your mountain home as much as you'd envisioned.

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just show up, settle in, and get straight to the good part (skiing, hiking, or just curling up by the fire) without…

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Howling Moon Sauna Brings the Heat to Winter Park and Fraser: A New Way to Unwind in Grand County

If you're lucky enough to call Grand County home (or dreaming of putting down roots in our little slice of mountain paradise), you already know that getting outside and recharging post-adventure is part of the mountain lifestyle. Whether you're earning your turns on a powder day, exploring the backcountry on a snowmobile, riding through the woods on a sleigh, taking advantage of the three lakes region, hopping on the river, playing a round at one of our world-class golf courses, fishing our mountain lakes and rivers, camping, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, or taking advantage of your outdoor adventure of choice, you'll be ready to unwind after a…

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Get to Know Local Landscaping Services and Create Your Dream Outdoor Space!

Whether you're putting the finishing touches on your new construction or ready to transform your existing outdoor space, you'll want to be in-the-know around local landscaping services. From full-scale design-to-finish services to small-scale plantscaping, our landscapers in the Winter Park area are your resource for high country plants, hardscapes, irrigation, lighting, and more. I recognize it can be hard to navigate the (seemingly endless) online search, so I've put together some of our best local landscape providers for you. 

Grand County Landscaping

When I'm looking for a landscape service, Grand County Landscaping is always at the top of my list. Long-time…

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From Main Street to the Mountain: Winter Park's Town-to-Resort Gondola Moves Forward 

It's easy to see why Winter Park’s prime location (a quick drive from Denver and nestled in the stunning Fraser Valley) makes it an ideal place to call home as well as a favorite for Front Range skiers and vacationers looking for a mountain getaway close to the airport. And if you’ve spent any time here lately, you know the secret’s out: Winter Park is one of the best places to ski (and recreate in all seasons) in Colorado and the country! With all the growth in all the places, our cozy mountain town has held onto its small-town charm and that “get-away-from-it-all” feeling despite an understandable surge in popularity.

Our community is partnering with Winter…

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