Saturday night a bear broke into four homes in the Rowena
area, attempted to break into two others. The Colorado Div
of Parks set a trap at one of the homes, and at 10 p.m. last
night the bear entered the trap and was captured.

Pam Leland
zydecopam@nullgmail.com

Hopefully this is the same bear that has been causing trouble in Gold Hill!

The Gold Hill Inn presents
No Bird Ever Flew: The Big Band
Larry Worster, Debra Yeager, David Chamberlain, Jape Abruscato, Billy Shaddox, James Campbell, and Gilbran Chong
Sunday, September 17, 7:30 p.m.

The Gold Hill Inn
401 Main St., Gold Hill, Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 443-6461
$7 cover charge

Local Gold Hill Favorites, No Bird Ever Flew, will bring their special flavor of Americana to the Gold Hill Inn on September 17. The group features the vocals of Debra Yeager, Larry Worster, and Jape Abruscato as well as the stellar playing of harmonica virtuoso David Chamberlain and percussionists extraordinaire James Campbell and Gilbran Chong. Special Guest Billy Shaddox will be an exciting addition on electric guitar this year! Don’t miss this once-a-year treat!

Cheers,
Larry Worster
larry.worster@nullgmail.com

People you know are  featured in this great documentary if you want to save for posterity or share with others. It aired again on KGNU this morning. beautiful, but difficult. love, Joanne Cole

Hey Folks,

The Gold Rush is quickly approaching! 9am to 3pm Sunday, September 17th! Here is a friendly reminder of some needs. Pies, cookies, and sweets!! The bake sale makes up a large part of our fundraising! New and slightly used items, the more the merrier! Also still looking for a few volunteers for set up and take down. All items baked or otherwise can be delivered the morning of the event!

Thank You in Advance!
Questions please contact:
Dan Maedke
(305)699-7299

maedkedan@nullgmail.com

The Gold Rush is quickly approaching!  It scheduled for Sunday, September 17th from 9am to 3pm.  We will once again have the Annual Bake Sale featuring homemade pies, cookies and other delectable treats. The Rummage Sale will offer antiques, clothing and much more.  The Arts & Crafts Fair will feature hand-made items from Front Range artists. There will be drinks, bratwursts and live music throughout the afternoon.  We are looking for people that want to volunteer and make this event the great success it has been in the past.  If you would like to help out, please contact Dan Maedke as soon as possible.

We still have quite a few openings for the bocce tournament on Saturday, September 2. So for those of you who haven’t signed up yet for fear of not getting in – sign up and come join the fun!

Just send me an email with your partner’s name as well. It’s that simple.

Hope to see you on the court.

Bear

Lawrence.carlson@nullcolorado.edu

​Mountain MidLife Friends:

LAST CALL to sign up for our Mountain MidLife Dinner and Music with Sam Bass THIS Friday, August 25! Over 50 are planning to attend already. Please sign up by noon Thursday.

 It is not too early to sign up now for our Mountain MidLife Breakfast and (optional) Hike on Saturday, September 9! Please mark your calendars and don’t wait for reminders.

 Please see our listing below for a special fundraiser Italian Night Community Dinner open to all ages on Saturday, September 16. This event is hosted by Mountain MidLife (that’s you, dear reader!) as a fundraiser for continuing our programs and we need everyone’s help to make it work. Please help spread the word and invite everyone you know! And please offer to help us plan it, set it up, and cook it. Email serenekarplus@nullgmail.com or call 303-258-0799 as soon as you can to sign up to help. Thank you!

See listings of our many great upcoming events below – more are added each week… If you are not receiving our monthly NAS Newsletter and would like to receive it so you can see birthday listings and articles from our Mountain Options Counselor of our local Area Agency on Aging, please reply to this email and let us know whether we should email a PDF or send via US Mail.

 Invite a friend to a meal (lunches every Monday and Wednesday or monthly dinners or breakfasts) and offer to pick them up and drop them home afterwards. With a “requested contribution” of $5 (over age 60), we offer a fun and affordable get-together with friends. We need and appreciate your anonymous meal contributions, but please ensure people know that we do not turn away anyone over age 60 who cannot pay.

All ages of adults are welcome at all events, attended mostly by folks over age 50.

Sign up for all Mountain MidLife events at 303-258-0799 or Meetup.com/Mountain-MidLife-Social-Group or by replying to this email.

Featured Event!  Sam Bass at Mountain MidLife Dinner

Mountain MidLife Dinner on Friday, August 25, features the live musical entertainment of local MidLifer

Sam Bass on guitar performing songs we know from the 40s to 70s, with a little snippet of history surrounding each. Gather at 5:00pm for social time, then dinner at 5:30pm is Salmon, Green Beans Almondine, Brown/Wild Rice, and Peach Dessert. Please reserve as far in advance as possible by phone or Meetup site – only $5 requested contribution over age 60 and $10 under age 60 – by calling 303-258-0799 or signing up at Meetup.

Free Nutrition Counseling

 Registered Dietitian Patricia Murphy offers free one-on-one coaching to adults over age 60 and family caregivers who reside in Boulder County. Nutrition counseling can help with specific health conditions, nutrition-related concerns, or if you want to learn more about healthier eating. The sessions last 30-60 minutes. She will accept signups for time slots on Wednesday, August 30, 10am – 2pm, in the Nederland Community Center. Call for an appointment: 303-258-0799. 

Luncheon Program – Connecting Volunteers

 Connecting Volunteers: Chrysti Britt of Care Connect updates us on the services this fellow nonprofit provides and how we can work together to better serve mountain older adults – Wednesday, September 6. Menu is TBD. Call us (303-258-0799) by Monday, 9/4, to join us for lunch at Noon – or be there by 12:30 for only the presentation.

CU Buffs vs. Arizona – Ticket Deadline 9/7

 Join us as we attend the CU Buffaloes vs. Arizona home game on Saturday, October 7. Kick-off time will be announced by CU closer to the date. We need to lock in our tickets now, so face a deadline of Thursday, September 7. We will buy a block together in the upper section for $30 each ticket. Please make checks payable to Nederland Area Seniors and mail to P O Box 188, Nederland CO, 80466 or deliver to our office in the Nederland Community Center. Questions? Call 303-258-0799.

 Featured Event!  Social Breakfast & Hike

Come join us for breakfast and optional hike following it at the Nederland Community Center on Saturday, September 9. Doors open at 8:30am, with the meal served at 9:00am. Our buffet includes: Vegetable Egg Bake, Turkey Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, Yogurt, Granola, Fruit. All ages of adults are welcome. Cost is only $8 under age 60 and $5 requested contribution from those over age 60. Please RSVP immediately to 303-258-0799 or at www.Meetup.com/Mountain-MidLife-Social-Group.

 Luncheon Program – Conversation Cafe

 Conversation Café:  This monthly circle meets 12:45pm-2:00pm to share wisdom and experience on a

variety of topics—a great opportunity to get to know each other in new ways – Monday, September 11, menu is TBD. Call by Friday, 9/8, (303-258-0799) to join us for lunch at Noon – be there by 12:45 for only the Conversation Café.

Book Group

The Book Group will meet at Lori’s home on Thursday, September 14, 6:30pm, and the format is pot luck. Call us at 303-258-0799 for more info. The book for September is Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese.

 BIGfoot Hike

The BIGfoot Memorial Hike with Lucy Stroock meets at the Nederland Community Center Friday, September 15, at 9:00am (note the time change from previous months) for carpool departure to the trailhead of the hike location to be determined closer to the time. The pace is comfortable and leisurely.

Featured Event!  Italian Night Dinner & Film Festival 

Celebrate our community at our first-ever Italian Night serving family fare of Spaghetti, Meatballs, Salad, Garlic Bread, and Fruit. Wines from Augustina’s Winery will be available for purchase by the glass. No reservations required, just stop in on Saturday, September 16, 4:30pm-7:30pm. Dinner is $10 Adult, $5 Requested Contribution over age 60, and $4 Children under age 12. Hosted by our friends at Mountain MidLife, proceeds benefit the nonprofit Nederland Area Seniors (which sponsors Mountain MidLife), so please come support your organization.

This special evening is offered during the Nederland Film Festival and is scheduled between films so everyone can attend it all. The Festival is offering the before-dinner shorts and after dinner feature for a combined price of $10, so let’s all join in all the fun! The 4:30pm shorts will be music-related and include scenes from the film produced by local filmmaker Eric Abramson, who will be present for Q&A following the screening. At 7:00pm, the feature continues the Italian Night theme with the story of a young man trying to produce his grandfather’s never-performed opera.

Swing Dance to Live Big Band Music

Swing Dance to a live dance band at the Avalon Ballroom at 63^rd and Arapahoe in Boulder on Saturday, September 16. Dance lesson 7pm-8pm included with the price of admission. Dancing 8-11pm. DJ dance music during intermissions. Light snacks provided. All ages welcome. No partner or dance experience required. Please wear non-marking shoes. Dress to express yourself. Casual is fine. Admission: $15 per person general; $10 students; $5 children accompanied by adult; volunteers free. Cash or check.

Falls Prevention Class – A Matter of Balance

 Afraid of Falling? Limiting your favorite activities due to fear? You are not alone. Half the population over age 65 shares your concerns. Get your life back and strengthen your resolve, awareness of ways you can prevent falls, and shore up your physical abilities. Local Teacher Randy Sachter offers this evidence-based program to prevent falls here in Nederland. This FREE eight-week program runs weekly, Mondays, September 18-November 6, 9:30am-11:30am, at the Nederland Community Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. Reserve your seat in this interactive workshop by calling 303-258-0799 or at Meetup.

Featured Event!  Mountain MidLife Dinner & Games

Our favorite way to get together – a delicious social meal and those who enjoy games extend the conversations a little longer over a game. Feel free to bring board games, cards, dominoes or whatever you wish your friends would play with you after the Mountain MidLife dinner, Friday, September 22, 5:00pm, at Nederland Community Center (menu TBD). All age adults welcome.

Please reserve your dinner (Chicken Molé) several days in advance (a week is helpful!); $10 Adults under age 60 or $5 requested contribution over age 60 – 303-258-0799 (or reply to this email or at Meetup.com/Mountain-MidLife-Social-Group). If you have special dietary needs not already registered with us, please inform us several days in advance.

Senior Law Day

This annual event is worth the trip to gain valuable information important to us as we cross the age 50 mark! Scheduled for Saturday, September 23, at the Longmont Plaza Convention Center, the event costs only $10 and includes lots of resource materials to bring home. Registration fills early, so sign up now. See the schedule and register for this free event at http://www.bouldercountyseniorlawday.org/.

Georgetown Loop Historic Rail and (Optional) Mine Tour

We will ride the historic narrow gauge rail line round trip from Georgetown to Silver Plume on Tuesday, September 26, at 1:45pm. Carpools will form in Nederland, some leaving early for lunch in Georgetown and others later for the train and (optional) mine tour. Tickets are $26 for the train ride only, $36 for adding the Lebanon Mine Tour to the ride (one hour and 15 minutes – catches next round trip ride back to Georgetown), or $40 for the ride and extended Mine Tour (more mine, same time).

More info re the tours and how to prepare at https://www.georgetownlooprr.com. Lunch location will be determined by carpool groups and cost is on your own. Sign up with us by replying to this email, calling 303-258-0799, or at Meetup. Please RSVP and pay by Monday, 9/18 and indicate whether you are providing or needing a ride. We can only accept reservations that include payment to NAS, PO Box 188, Nederland CO 80466 received by the 9/18 deadline.

Luncheon Program – Medicare Options

 Medicare Options: Colleen Sinclair, our Mountain Options Counselor from the Boulder County Area Agency on Aging provides the latest updates as we enter the Open Enrollment period for Medicare – Wednesday, September 27.

Foot Care

 Local Registered Nurse Debbie Neal serves mountain older adults with toenail and skin care, review of foot concerns – Wednesday, September 27. By appointment, downtown Nederland, $30, sign up at 303-258-0799.

  Lunch and Leaves in Allenspark

Join our friends in Allenspark at lunch on Thursday, September 28, and enjoy the beautiful aspens along the Peak to Peak along the way. This Lunch Bunch group hosts meals for a very low cost – details re menu, cost, and location will be posted at the Meetup site when available. Carpools will depart Nederland Community Center at 11:00am – please let us know several days in advance if you will drive or need a ride so we can include you in the carpool system. Please sign up by Tuesday, 9/26, so we can call in our numbers to them.

Other Events of Interest

 Plan an outing or interest group and we can post it at Meetup. Email details to Serene (see page 4, top, for contact info). Adults of all ages are welcome at all events.

Th, 8/24, FACE Vocal Band at Niwot Rock and Rails, 6:30-8:45, free

Fr, 8/25 Opening Reception, big FIBER show at The Dairy, Boulder

Fr-Su, 8/25-27, NedFest

Fr-Sa, 8/25-26, Loveland Corn Roast Festival

Th, 8/31, Caribou Ranch Open Space Hike for Seniors w BCPOS, 10am-12pm

Fr, 9/8, Evening at the Museum, Nederland Mining Museum talk re local Nature w photos

Fr, 9/8, FACE Vocal Band at Lafayette Art Night Out, 5pm-9pm, free

Su, 9/10 & 9/24, 7pm Swing Dance Outdoors to Live Music on Dushanbe Plaza, Boulder

Th, 9/28, Betasso Open Space Hike for Seniors w BCPOS, 10am-12pm

August Menu

(September Menu to be announced later this week)

 Please RSVP two days ahead for lunches, four days ahead for breakfasts and dinners to 303-258-0799.

 W   2 Cashew Curry Turkey Salad, WW Roll, Carrot Slaw, Berries

M   7  Meatloaf, Roasted Potatoes, Greens Salad, Strawberries

W   9  Fish Tacos on WW Tortilla, Spanish Rice, Lettuce/Tomato/Guacamole, Pears

Su 13  Hopple Popple w Broccoli/Potato/Mushroom, Bacon, Blueberry Oats, Breads, Granola, Yogurt, Fruit

M  14  Mixed Summer Vegetables w Pasta, Garlic Roll, Italian Salad, Apricots

W  16  Half Chicken Sandwich on WW, Vegetable Bean Soup, Mixed Fruit & Yogurt Cup

M  21  Citrus Roasted Fish, Vegetable Medley, Brown Rice, Berries

W  23  Beef Cabbage Rolls, Potatoes, Cottage Cheese, Apricots/Peaches

Fr  25  Salmon, Green Beans Almondine, Brown/Wild Rice, Peach Dessert

M  28  Chicken Enchilada Pie, Black Beans, Lettuce/Tomato, Orange

M  31  Roasted Vegetable Pizza, Greens Salad, Apple

We look forward to seeing you at an event soon!

 ​Serene Karplus

serenekarplus@nullgmail.com
303-​258-0799

It’s that time again….the 20-something-ish annual Party on the Ridge on the Sunday BEFORE Labor Day, September 3^rd.  As always, the party begins around 2 pm and we’re providing barbecued ribs, hamburgers, corn on the cob, a keg of Ellie’s Brown Ale, and some mixers.  You bring a dish to share if you can.  We’ll have live music with amplification and if you’d like, there’s a lovely spot after dark on the south side of the deck where acoustic musicians gather and continue their tunes.  It’s special.

Just so you know, Max created this party many years ago as a way to say thank you to all of his loyal customers who helped him develop and grow his over 25 year old business, Yeager Excavating.  So, thank you again for all of your support.

We’ll see you in less than 3 weeks!  You’re all welcome.

Deb

deb@nullmountainvisions.net

In response to questions that came up at last Monday’s Town Meeting, here is information from the Office of Emergency Management (http://www.boulderoem.com)  There is tons of good information about dealing with emergencies, etc.

Emergency Alert Program

 Emergency Messages Sign up

Sign-up at www.boco911alert.com to receive messages about imminent threats and hazards by text message, email, and/or on your cell, home or work phone. For more …

What to Expect When You Call 911

When you place a 911 call, it goes to Boulder County Dispatch, which calls out the Gold Hill Fire Department (GHFD), the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and American Medical Response (AMR) ambulance. This call goes out to all of the agencies at the same time, for both medical and fire emergencies.

The GHFD responds to 911 medical emergencies and provides basic life support on scene. Basic life support includes, but is not limited to; heart defibrillation, bleeding control, help with breathing issues, fracture stabilization and care for any medical issue like diabetic emergencies, for example. The GHFP carries oxygen and can assist a patient with nitroglycerine, MD Inhalers, aspirin, oral glucose and epinephrine auto injectors.

The GHFD functions under the strict protocols of Boulder County and under a Boulder Community Hospital physician adviser, Doctor Todd Dorfman.

The GHFD First Responders will typically arrive on scene in under 10 minutes. AMR will arrive on scene within 15-30 minutes of receiving the 911 call, depending on where the emergency is in the fire district. AMR will provide Advanced Life Support and transport the victim to the hospital, if needed.

The GHFD has mutual aid agreements with all agencies in Boulder County that respond on emergencies. This includes assistance in search and rescue, swift water rescue, search dogs, SWAT etc. The GHFD has an auto-aid agreement with Sunshine and Four Mile. They will be toned automatically to aid in calls closer to those fire districts.

The fire department can place a request for early shut down will tell responders to turn off sirens prior to arrival, if this is prudent.

A competent patient can refuse transport by AMR, even if AMR does a patient assessment on scene. AMR will have a patient refusal form to sign. If the competent patient refuses transport, they can arrange for someone to transport them to the hospital. That driver must follow all traffic rules! If you ask someone to take you to the hospital, depending on your condition, you may be putting yourself and/or the person transporting you at risk. There is spotty cell phone coverage in the mountains and a cell phone may not work. If the patient’s condition gets worse in transport it could result in irreversible health issues or death.

A Sheriff Officer also responds to all 911 calls to provide scene safety. Depending on the 911 call, the scene may need to be cleared for safety by the Sheriff’s Officer prior to the GHFD entering.

For a fire emergency, all three agencies will also respond.

Never hesitate to call 911; it could be a matter of life or death.

August 14, 2017

Gold Hill Fire Protection District

1011 Main Gold Hill

Boulder Colorado, 80302

Attendees of the Gold Hill 4^th of July Parade

To those affected,

It has come to the attention of the Gold Hill Fire Protection District (GHFPD) that a 4^th of July float carrying water hoses and water balloons, negatively impacted many spectators and participants of this year’s 4^th of July parade. The GHFPD would like to issue an apology for the unexpected situation and assure supporters of this crucial fundraising event that this behavior will not be tolerated in the future.

The GHFPD wants to remind parade participants and spectators that water balloons were banned from use during the 4^th of July parade many years ago following a series of broken windshields. A water balloon, tossed at unwitting participants, is considered a form of assault. Damaging property is illegal.

The GHFPD established the “Ask First Before You Squirt” campaign the same year the water balloons were banned, and have asked that anyone squirting water, assure the people you are squirting are OK with getting wet, before squirting them. The GHFPD had many complaints this year from people who were soaked and didn’t have a change of clothes, which resulted in those people getting very cold. Many people were negatively impacted in this same way, which is unacceptable.

Please be assured the GHFPD will not allow such behavior during this family oriented fundraiser in the future. The GHPFD looks forward to your attendance next year. Thank you for supporting the Gold Hill Fire Department.

Sincerely,

The Gold Hill Fire Protection District

Gold Hill Town Meeting

Second Monday of even months, Community Center

Agenda August 14 2017 @ 7:30 pm

Call to Order

Approval of previous Minutes

Board Elections

Treasurer’s Report

Committee Reports

1. Gold Hill School – Chrissy
2. Community Planning – Dan
3. Community Spaces
4. Historic Zoning
5. Forest Mgmt/CWPP – Virginia
6.  Fire Department 
7. Weed Mgmt 
8. Historic Gold Hill (museum)
9. Mining
10. Safelink
11. Airlink (Dina)
12.  IMA (Inter Mountain Alliance report and NAS/MML (Nederland Area Seniors/Mountain Midlife group). 

 Old Business

1. Bike Races/Road Closures
2. Book exchange mailbox
3. Rancho Fazoo Update
4. Gold Rush update
5. Road Conditions
6. 911

 New Business/Announcements

1. Town Noise
2.  Taxes/80302

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A SUMMER AFTERNOON CELEBRATION AT THE VANEK’S

Sat. Aug. 12

4-7 pm

Live Outdoor Music by:

Second Chance

Please bring your camping chairs for sitting.

Bring an appetizer to share & your favorite beverage.

We will provide: Shrimp platters, Veggie wraps,

Red and white wine, & OASIS BEER!

No dogs

Please RSVP by Aug.6th @ coloradogirl777@nullgmail.com

Thanks,

 Liz and Steven

feelyoungerlonger@nullme.com

GOLD HILL TOWN MEETING NEWSLETTER

Minutes of the July 17, 2017 Special Town Meeting

 Next Town Meeting is Monday, August 14, 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center. This will be our annual Elections meeting.  Come one, come all – consider joining the Council!

 The meeting was called to order by Chair Tony Vrba. Fourteen people attended: Joan Few, Mary Ryan, Member at Large Dan Maedke and Gabe, Rick Sheingold, Jojo Morrison, Chair Tony Vrba, Cherry and John Sand, Vice Chair Bear Carlson, Debra Yeager, Emily Rose, Virginia Schultz, and Secretary Gretchen Diefenderfer.

Tony announced that this special town meeting was called to address both the issue of bike races through town and Rancho Fazoo Adoption.

Bike Race – Tony introduced guest Speaker John Hoste, Special Event Coordinator with the Boulder County Transportation Department (jholste@nullbouldercounty.org or 303-441-3906). He reported that he works with his counterpart at the City of Boulder and the State Patrol.  Any event the uses public right-of-way in Boulder County needs a permit. Concerns are health and safety. The application is to be submitted 60 days before the event and needs a medical plan, operations plan, route, $50 application fee and a $500 deposit to cover clean up, etc.   Fire Departments are to be provided at least two weeks notification. In the case of the bike race on June 24^th, some obligations from the coordinators were not fulfilled, particularly the timely notifications required and signs, and their deposit was not refunded. He was very apologetic about the lack of notification and they have instigated new protocols to make sure that does not happen in the future.

   Regarding the Gold Rush Rally (http://goldrushbikerally.com) on August 27th, the racers will leave North Boulder Park, come up Sunshine, turn right on County 83 to the Highline road, down to Lefthand, up Sawmill into Gold Hill and on down Sunshine. There are 3 timed sections – NOT timed through Gold Hill, we were happy to hear, so they won’t be racing through. There is also a shorter option, with only 2 times sections, still coming through Gold Hill and down Sunshine.

   He was asked about the collapsed section on Horsfal and reported it is stable at this time and being monitored.

   They try to spread events around so no area is overly impacted. They do want to encourage community events to bring people together.   He added that the fees are often waived for Fire Department or unincorporated town events. Check se@nullbouldercounty.org. for a list of county special events scheduled or under review.

Rancho Fazoo Adoption- Tony reported that the Community Space Committee has been looking at spaces for community events. Jojo added that the committee sees Rancho Fazoo as a space to build community. They have met with Boulder County Open Space people, particularly Eric and Janice, who have been incredibly welcoming and open to our input. The 55 acres includes a sliver of the cemetery land. Open Space cannot just give the land, but are happy to consider sweat equity, like fixing the fence, and work on cleaning up the Rancho Fazoo site. So, are we interested? If so, there is a mechanism through County Adopt-A-Park/Trail Policies and Procedures (included below).  The County could provide a dumpster, etc., for the clean up, which it seems like we could do at out own pace. The town would have to sign a Volunteer Application and Waiver of Liability.

Joan pointed out that this is an historical site and needs to be surveyed for historical significance before just picking up stuff. Carol Beam, County Preservationist, would be happy to have the involvement of our museum people – she knows our reputation and would be happy to have us check for historical significance. Joan said that the County has cultural resource managers to do historical surveys – map everything on the ground – and how does Carol want us to work with her? She needs to talk to Carol Beam.

   Mary added that the draw there is an animal highway and is important for that, too.

   Jojo’s vision is that step one is the clean up and then we can look at creating undefined useable space – maybe a deck for musical performances, maybe trails? This would be ongoing, starting with a 2-year commitment to adopt the land. We are still figuring out exactly how this would work – how many hours would we need to commit and so on.

   Tony added that another consideration is that the County has a 20-year plan to build trails all through the county and connect them, acquiring BLM land that intersects with open space.  Deb stated that if Boulder County gets BLM land through the Parks and Recreations Act, they would have to abide by Federal rules. She expressed concern that we might be putting out faith in people who don’t represent us. We’re in the middle of the playground for people from the plains. We have to be aware of the potential impact.  Gretchen said that they have been working on these plans for years now and there will be open meetings, which she thinks will take into account our concerns about impacts on our Gold Hill area.

   Several people felt we should go ahead with the adoption process and sign the paperwork. Several others wanted more clarification before we made this commitment. It was decided that the Committee would do more research and bring the findings to the August Town Meeting for a final decision.

Respectfully Submitted, Gretchen Diefenderfer, Secretary.

Attached: County forms, including the Adopt-a-Park/Trail Policies and Procedures, Open Space Rules and Regulations, and the Volunteer Application and Waiver of Liability.

Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department 
Adopt-A-Park/Trail Policies and Procedures ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

• An adoption site can be an entire park, trail or lakeshore. Adoptions can also be just a section of a park or trail; the area will be designated from a road intersection to a logical ending point or trailhead. More than one group can adopt an area if Boulder County Parks and Open Space staff determines the area needs more attention.
• The adopting group or individual will commit to a two-year period of adoption. At the end of the two years, the adopting group/individual may renew or terminate the adoption.
• The Parks and Open Space Department will provide the adopting group/individual with the following: 
- Staff orientation at initial trash-pick up
- Litter picker-upper tongs
- Necessary quantities of trash bags, if requested
- Disposal of trash bags
- Recognition on groups’/individuals’ participation in program
• During the two-year commitment, the adopting group/individual will remove trash from the designated site a minimum of four times from April 1st to October 31st.
• Generally, the open space trails and parks are fairly clean and require carrying a grocery bag size bag for clean up. These can be deposited in the trashcans at the trailheads. However, if you find large items that need removing, please place them by the trashcans and contact the Adopt-a-Trail coordinator at 303-678-6216 to let her/him know that trash needs to be picked up from that site.
• The Parks and Open Space Department will install a sign at the appropriate trailhead or kiosk recognizing the adopting group/individual after the first trash pick-up. The signs will remain in place throughout the adoption period.
• The adopting group/individuals will have opportunities to assist with other trail projects, such as trail repair and weed management. It is not required, nor available each year. The Adopt a Park/Trail program coordinator will inform the group leader about possible trail maintenance and resource management projects.
• The Adopt-a-Park/Trail participants must be aware of the hazardous nature of the work, which is to be performed and take full responsibility for any injury that could occur while participating in this program.
• The Adopt-a-Park/Trail participants must be aware of the Boulder County Parks and Open Space regulations and abide by them at all times while conducting their service.
• Boulder County Park and Open Space Rules & Regulations
• Property is open from sunrise to sunset — no camping. When park is closed, unattended vehicles will be ticketed or towed.
Dogs and other pets must be on a hand-held leash and under physical control of a person at all times. Dogs are prohibited at Hall Ranch, Heil Valley Ranch, and Caribou Ranch Open Spaces.
• Collecting, removing, destroying or defacing any natural or human-made objects is not permitted. Installing rock bolts and constructing trails or structures is unlawful. Feeding, disturbing, trapping, hunting or killing wildlife is not permitted.
Building ground fires is not permitted.
• Discharging or carrying firearms, crossbows, fireworks (including model rockets) or projectile weapons of any kind is not permitted.
No unauthorized motorized vehicles permitted beyond parking lot.
Mountain bicycling is permitted on officially designated trails only.
• It is unlawful to carry or possess (outside an enclosed vehicle) any glass bottle or container.
State law prohibits the possession or consumption of any beverage having alcohol content greater than 3.2% in any public place.
• Group use permits are required for any groups larger than 25 people.
No commercial uses are allowed.
No posting of advertisements in park or on vehicles is permitted.
It is unlawful to swim, wade, boat, ice skate or ice fish on any body of water except where posted.
• Violations are punishable by a fine up to $300. You are responsible for knowing and obeying all parks and open space regulations (B.C. RES. NO 98-148).
• Important Phone Numbers:
• To report an emergency, dial 911.
For non-emergency response (Ranger or Sheriff’s deputy) call dispatch at 303-441-4444. Adopt-a-Trail/Park Coordinator: 303-678-6216.
• Boulder County Parks and Open Space 5201 St. Vrain Rd
Longmont, CO 80503
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Boulder County Parks and Open Space Volunteer Application & Waiver

Please complete both sides, sign and return to Boulder County Parks and Open Space, 5201 St. Vrain Road, Longmont CO 80503 or fax to 303-678-6177.

Name ________________________________
Address ________________________________
City ________________________________
Zip _________________________________
Current Occupation: ______________________________________________________________________

Relevant Experience, Interests and Hobbies: (You’re welcome to attach additional page or resume)

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

What blocks of time are you available to work?
(For example: Monday & Wednesday afternoons, weekends only, Tuesdays – Thursdays, etc) ______________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________

Hours you can commit to this volunteer position:
_____ per week or _____ per month or _____ per project

What volunteer position are you applying for today ________________________________________________________

Which other volunteer positions interest you?

• ____  Volunteer Naturalist
• ____  Park Patroller and/or Angler Host
• ____  Writer
• ____  Illustrator/Artist
• ____  Assay Office Museum Docent
• ____  Walker Ranch Homestead Interpreter
• ____  Ag Heritage Center Tour Guide
• ____  Ag Heritage Gardener and/or Groundskeeper
• ____  Ag Heritage Animal Caretaker
• ____  Forestry Crew Leader
• ____  Trails Crew Leader
• ____  Seed Collection Crew Leader
• ____  Adopt a Park/Trail
• ____  Wildlife Monitor
• ____  Plant Monitor
• ____  Forest Monitor
• ____  Weed Monitor
• ____  Historical Researcher

Other: ____________________________________________

REFERENCES: (People who you have volunteered for/with in the past, or people who know you and how you work with others, etc) Name ________________________________________ Phone ___________________________ (daytime)

Name ________________________________________ Phone ___________________________ (daytime)

Date___________________________________ Home Phone ____________________________ Work Phone ____________________________ Email __________________________________

WAIVER OF LIABILITY

I, the undersigned, volunteer with the Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department after due consideration of my age, health, physical condition, and ability, and the inherent risks and personal risks involved in this activity, I voluntarily agree to assume all risks of loss that arise out of my participation and agree to waive any and all claims against Boulder County and other parties described below.

I hereby release, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Boulder County, the Board of County Commissioners and any of their respective employees, agents and representatives, person or property, whether anticipated or unanticipated, from liability for any injury, loss or damage resulting from my participation in any activities contemplated by this agreement, whether such damage, loss, or injury results from the negligence of Boulder County, the Board of County Commissioners, and any of the agents, representatives, officers, employees, successors, assigns, administrators, and executors.

I realize that working on this program/project may involve risks and hazards, including the risk of injury. I am aware of the risks and hazards inherent in participating and do hereby assume sole responsibility for all such risks and waive all claims against Boulder County and their respective agents, representatives, officers, employees, successors, assigns and insurers.

I grant Boulder County permission to use my likeness or my child’s likeness in photograph(s) or video, in any and all of its publications and in any and all other media, including public website publication, and social media channels, whether now known or hereafter existing, controlled by Boulder County, in perpetuity, and for other use by the County. I will make no monetary claim or other claim against Boulder County for the use of my likeness in the photograph(s)/video. I understand that the nature of digital media on the Internet makes duplication difficult to control and that Boulder County is not responsible for any unauthorized use by third parties of the content and images published on its public website.

I authorize Boulder County to obtain medical attention for me (and my child/ward) in case of emergency if unable to reach the physician stated below, and I release Boulder County for such medical attention.

I certify that my vehicle will have insurance coverage as required by Colorado law in connection with my activities on Boulder County property.

I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Boulder County while participating on this program/project. I hereby acknowledge that I have read, understood and voluntarily agreed to the foregoing waiver and release agreement.

_____________________________________________ ____________________ Signature Date

If volunteer is a minor, I agree to permit my child or ward to volunteer for the Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department and agree to be bound by all of the terms of the above waiver of liability.

_____________________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian

In case of a medical emergency, we should contact:

Name & relationship ___________________________________ Name & relationship ____________________________________

_____________________ Date

Phone:_____________________________________ Phone:_____________________________________

Please list any allergies or medical conditions that we should be aware of: _________________________________________________________________________________________________

(March 2012)

Boulder County Park and Open Space Rules & Regulations

Property is open from sunrise to sunset — no camping. When park is closed, unattended vehicles will be ticketed or towed.
Dogs and other pets must be on a hand-held leash and under physical control of a person at all times. Dogs are prohibited at Hall Ranch, Heil Valley Ranch, and Caribou Ranch Open Spaces.

Collecting, removing, destroying or defacing any natural or human-made objects is not permitted. Installing rock bolts and constructing trails or structures is unlawful. Feeding, disturbing, trapping, hunting or killing wildlife is not permitted.
Building ground fires is not permitted.

Discharging or carrying firearms, crossbows, fireworks (including model rockets) or projectile weapons of any kind is not permitted.
No unauthorized motorized vehicles permitted beyond parking lot.
Mountain bicycling is permitted on officially designated trails only.

It is unlawful to carry or possess (outside an enclosed vehicle) any glass bottle or container.
State law prohibits the possession or consumption of any beverage having alcohol content greater than 3.2% in any public place.

Group use permits are required for any groups larger than 25 people.
No commercial uses are allowed.
No posting of advertisements in park or on vehicles is permitted.
It is unlawful to swim, wade, boat, ice skate or ice fish on any body of water except where posted.

Violations are punishable by a fine up to $300. You are responsible for knowing and obeying all parks and open space regulations (B.C. RES. NO 98-148).

Important Phone Numbers:

To report an emergency, dial 911.
For non-emergency response (Ranger or Sheriff’s deputy) call dispatch at 303-441-4444. Adopt-a-Trail/Park Coordinator: 303-678-6216.

Boulder County Parks and Open Space 5201 St. Vrain Rd
Longmont, CO 80503

Saturday, August 5, 7:00 to 9:00 – Larry Worster and the Gold Hill S!tore House Band – poster attached

Mountain MidLife Friends:
​It is not too early to sign up now for our Mountain MidLife Brunch and Mine Tour on Sunday, August 13! We look forward to seeing about 75 who have signed up for dinner this Friday. Please mark your calendars and don’t wait for reminders!

 Please bring a few friends to our pancake breakfast this Saturday, July 29 details below.

See listings of our many great upcoming events below. If you are not receiving our monthly NAS Newsletter and would like to receive it so you can see birthday listings and articles from our Mountain Options Counselor of our local Area Agency on Aging, please reply to this email and let us know whether we should email a PDF or send via US Mail.

 Invite a friend to a meal (lunches every Monday and Wednesday or monthly dinners or breakfasts) and offer to pick them up and drop them home afterwards. With a “requested contribution” of $5 (over age 60), we offer a fun and affordable get-together with friends. We need and appreciate your anonymous meal contributions, but please ensure people know that we do not turn away anyone over age 60 who cannot pay.

All ages of adults are welcome at all events, attended mostly by folks over age 50.

Sign up for all Mountain MidLife events at 303-258-0799 or Meetup.com/Mountain-MidLife-Social-Group or by replying to this email.

Featured Event!  Sasa Harambee at Mountain MidLife Dinner

Our Mountain MidLife Social Dinner on Friday, July 28, hosts guest speaker Carol Carper sharing stories of her ongoing work in Kenya. The Sasa Harambee “Now Let Us All Pull Together” organization works to build community capacity and sustainable economy and agriculture in Sigomere Ward of rural Kenya. A delicious Kenyan-inspired meal and social time with friends kicks off the evening. 

Featured Event!  Coming Home Pancake Breakfast & Events

All of the community is encouraged to welcome our friends returning for the big reunion of all classes of graduates from Nederland High School—and all ages of folks who have lived here over the years this Saturday, July 29. Kick off the day’s festivities with our pancake breakfast (only $8 adult, $5 requested contribution over age 60, and $4 children under age 12) including eggs, sausage, yogurt, granola, bananas, coffee, orange juice, and all-you-can-eat pancakes. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Nederland Area Seniors, which sponsors Mountain MidLife, so come support your own organization!

After breakfast, visit the Library Book Sale at 10am, then bring a dish to Chipeta Park for a Noon potluck!

 Shakespeare in the Park

It is brother against brother but love still blossoms in this Civil War adaptation of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” a classic romantic comedy with a twist. Taste of Shakespeare offers a FREE performance of its traveling show to Nederland’s Chipeta Parkon Sunday, July 30, 2:00pm. The show is free and accepts donations at the end of the performance, so please bring something to contribute if you can. It is sponsored by the Longmont Theatre Company and the Theater Company of Lafayette. Bring seating, water, sun screen, bug spray, and anything else you might need for a couple of hours outdoors.

Carmen at Central City Opera

Fifteen signed up last May to attend the Central City Opera performance of Carmen on Sunday, July 30. Emails have been sent to those participating.

Luncheon Program – Scams & Frauds

Scams & Frauds:  Jane Walsh of the Boulder District Attorney’s office, updates us on the latest schemes targeting older adults – Wednesday, August 2. Menu is Cashew Curry Turkey Salad, WW Roll, Carrot Slaw, Berries. Call us (303-258-0799) by Monday, 7/31, to join us for lunch at Noon – or be there by 12:30 for only the presentation.

 “Spite Marriage” w Live MAMPO

 Buster Keaton’s final silent film “Spite Marriage” (1929) is a comedic treasure and is paired this evening with a short film “Neighbors” (1920) also starring Keaton. The score is performed live by the Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra. Show time isWednesday, August 2, 7:30. Let us know early if you plan to attend this last film in our summer series, because if ten of us sign up by Monday, July 31, we can get a discounted price on the $12 ticket for this concert and movie night rolled into one.

 Wine Tasters!

Mark your calendars for our next Wine Tasters! on Saturday, August 5, 6:30pm. Jim Guertin and Maureen Sherman will host us – Thank you! We’re featuring wines of the Pacific Northwest this time. Please bring a bottle of wine, an appetizer to share, and your own wine glasses. If weather is favorable, we will be outdoors (follow the path from the driveway), but if weather is bad, we will need to enter the “shoes off” house, so please bring clean indoor footwear. Please RSVP to 303-258-0799 (or respond at Meetup).

Luncheon Program – 1-on-1 Free Nutrition Counseling

Why Nutrition Counseling?:  Patti Murphy, Registered Dietitian, of Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, explains at lunch on Wednesday, August 9, how one-on-one nutrition counseling is helpful. Menu is Fish Tacos on WW Tortilla, Spanish Rice, Lettuce/Tomato/Guacamole, Pears. Call us (303-258-0799) by Monday, 8/7, to join us for lunch at Noon – or be there by 12:40 for only the presentation.

Just need a half-hour or one-hour session? Call us to schedule a FREE private session in Nederland on Wednesdays, August 16 & 30, 10am-2pm.

Book Group

 The Book Group will meet at Helen Huff’s home on Ridge Road on Thursday, August 10, 6:30pm, and the format is pot luck. Call us at 303-258-0799 for more info. The book for August is Stitching a Revolution by Cleve Jones.

Nederland Swing Dance to Live Big Band Music

Swing Dance with local friends to ​the Flatirons Jazz Orchestra dance band at the Caribou Room in Nederland on Friday, August 11. Dance lesson 7pm-8pm included with the price of admission. Dancing 8-11pm. No partner or dance experience required. Admission: $15 plus ticket fee.

Featured Event!  Brunch and Gold Mine Tour

Local gold miner Tom Hendricks works the mine just above Nederland at Caribou. He will open the mine to a private tour for our NAS/Mountain MidLife friends who attend our brunch on Sunday, August 13. Space is limited on the tour and preference will be given to those who have never been in this mine before and who attend the brunch. Brunch doors open at 11:00am and the meal is served at 11:30am (menu on separate web page). Those who are registered and approved for the mine tour will carpool from brunch around 12:45. Please make reservations for brunch as far in advance as possible and indicate if you are registering for the tour (and whether or not you have visited this mine in the past). Tour participants will need to bring sturdy, closed footwear and warm clothing suitable for cool dampness.

Luncheon Program – Conversation Cafe

Conversation Café:  This monthly circle meets 12:45pm-2:00pm to share wisdom and experience on a variety of topics—a great opportunity to get to know each other in new ways – Monday, August 14. Menu is TBD. Call by Friday, 8/11, (303-258-0799) to join us for lunch at Noon – be there by 12:45 for only the Conversation Café.

Free Nutrition Counseling

 Registered Dietitian Patricia Murphy offers free one-on-one coaching to adults over age 60 and family caregivers who reside in Boulder County. Nutrition counseling can help with specific health conditions, nutrition-related concerns, or if you want to learn more about healthier eating. The sessions last 30-60 minutes. She will introduce this program at our lunch on Wednesday, August 9 and accept signups for time slots on Wednesdays, August 16 and 30, 10am – 2pm, in the Nederland Community Center. Call for reservations for the August 9 lunch or for the free private sessions at 303-258-0799.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Join our group at the Rooftop to watch the Colorado Rockies vs Atlanta Braves Baseball Game on Thursday, August 17, for the 1:10pm game. A few tickets remain at their call-in box office at the price of $21.50 for general admission and include a burger, fries, and beer (add a $3.50 handling fee per order). Call the Rockies on your own and buy tickets direct at 303-762-5437 and request the Business-person’s Special. No aerosol containers, liquor, oversized umbrellas, or coolers. We recommend arriving more than an hour or two before game time to get the better seats in this section.

  BIGfoot Hike

The BIGfoot Memorial Hike with Lucy Stroock meets at the Nederland Community Center Friday, August 18, at 9:00am (note the time change from previous months) for carpool departure to the trailhead of the hike location to be determined closer to the time. The pace is comfortable and leisurely.

Swing Dance to Live Big Band Music

Swing Dance to the Crystal Swing live dance band at the Avalon Ballroom at 63^rd and Arapahoe in Boulder on Saturday, August 19. Dance lesson 7pm-8pm included with the price of admission. Dancing 8-11pm. DJ dance music during intermissions. Light snacks provided. All ages welcome. No partner or dance experience required. Please wear non-marking shoes. Dress to express yourself. Casual is fine. Admission: $15 per person general; $10 students; $5 children accompanied by adult; volunteers free. Cash or check.

Solar Eclipse

 Gather at Barker Reservoir’s west end parking lot on Monday, August 21, after 10:15am to share the wonder of the solar eclipse. We will provide solar eclipse CE & ISO certified viewing glasses FREE to the first 25 people who show up from our group. The eclipse begins around 10:20am and the total eclipse (well, our 85% version) will be around 11:40am, so come early and socialize around the fun! (We serve lunch that day at the Community Center at Noon – Citrus Roasted Fish, Vegetable Medley, Brown Rice, Berries – so reserve ahead at 303-258-0799 and join us there, too!)

 Foot Care

 Local Registered Nurse Debbie Neal serves mountain older adults with toenail and skin care, review of foot concerns – Wednesday, August 23. By appointment, downtown Nederland, $30, sign up at 303-258-0799

Featured Event!  Sam Bass at Mountain MidLife Dinner

Mountain MidLife Dinner on Friday, August 25, features the live musical entertainment of local MidLifer Sam Bass on guitar performing songs we know from the 40s to 70s, with a little snippet of history surrounding each. Gather at 5:00pm for social time, then dinner at 5:30pm is Salmon, Green Beans Almondine, Brown/Wild Rice, and Peach Dessert. Please reserve as far in advance as possible by phone or Meetup site – only $5 requested contribution over age 60 and $10 under age 60 – by calling 303-258-0799 or signing up at Meetup.

Luncheon Program – Connecting Volunteers

Connecting Volunteers: Chrysti Britt of Care Connect updates us on the services this fellow nonprofit provides and how we can work together to better serve mountain older adults – Wednesday, September 6. Menu is TBD. Call us (303-258-0799) by Monday, 9/4, to join us for lunch at Noon – or be there by 12:30 for only the presentation.

Featured Event! New! Italian Night Dinner & Film Festival

Celebrate our community at our first-ever Italian Night serving family fare of Spaghetti, Meatballs, Salad, Garlic Bread, and Fruit. No reservations required, just stop in on Saturday, September 16, 4:30pm-7:30pm. Dinner is $10 Adult, $5 Requested Contribution over age 60, and $4 Children under age 12; proceeds benefit the nonprofit Nederland Area Seniors, which sponsors Mountain MidLife, so please come support your organization.

This special evening is offered during the Nederland Film Festival and is scheduled between films so everyone can attend it all. The Festival is offering the before-dinner shorts and after-dinner feature for a combined price of $10, so let’s all join in all the fun! The 4:30pm shorts will be music-related and include scenes from the film produced by local filmmaker Eric Abramson, who will be present for Q&A following the screening. At 7:00pm, the feature continues the Italian Night theme with the story of a young man trying to produce his grandfather’s never-performed opera.

Falls Prevention Class – A Matter of Balance

Afraid of Falling? Limiting your favorite activities due to fear? You are not alone. Half the population over age 65 shares your concerns. Get your life back and strengthen your resolve, awareness of ways you can prevent falls, and shore up your physical abilities. Local Teacher Randy Sachter offers this evidence-based program to prevent falls here in Nederland. This FREE eight-week program runs weekly, Mondays, September 18-November 6, 9:30am-11:30am, at the Nederland Community Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. Reserve your seat in this interactive workshop by calling 303-258-0799 or at Meetup.

  Other Events of Interest

Plan an outing or interest group and we can post it at Meetup. Email details to Serene (see page 4, top, for contact info). Adults of all ages are welcome at all events.

Fr-Su, 7/28-8/6, Boulder County Fair

Mo, 8/7, Full Moon Hike, 7:30-9:30pm RSVP to BCPOS 303-678-6215 for location by 8/4

We, 8/9, Nature Journaling at Gilpin CSU Extension, Reg required 303-582-9106, 6pm-8pm, $5

Fri, 8/11, Geology Program, Ned Mining Museum, 7-8pm, includes Coffee & Dessert

Fri, 8/11, Groove-a-Licious (Rocky Mountain Funk) at Lafayette Art Night Out, 5-9pm

Fr-Su, 8/11-13, Loveland Sculpture Show

Th-Sa, 8/17-19, Rocky Mountain Quilt Festival, Loveland

Fr-Su, 8/18-20, Rocky Mountain Folks Fest in Lyons

Sa, 8/19, Lafayette Peach Festival

Sa, 8/19, Boulder Craft Beer Fest

Fr-Su, 8/25-27, NedFest

Fr-Sa, 8/25-26, Loveland Corn Roast Festival

Th, 8/31, Caribou Ranch Open Space Hike for Seniors w BCPOS, 10am-12pm

Sa, 9/16, SAVE THE DATE – Nederland Italian Night Dinner & Film Festival

Mons, 9/18-11/6, SAVE THE DATE – Falls Prevention Class offered in Nederland w local instructor

​

August Menu

Please RSVP two days ahead for lunches, four days ahead for breakfasts and dinners to 303-258-0799.

W   2 Cashew Curry Turkey Salad, WW Roll, Carrot Slaw, Berries

M   7  Meatloaf, Roasted Potatoes, Greens Salad, Strawberries

W   9  Fish Tacos on WW Tortilla, Spanish Rice, Lettuce/Tomato/Guacamole, Pears

Su 13  Hopple Popple w Broccoli/Potato/Mushroom, Bacon, Blueberry Oats, Breads, Granola, Yogurt, Fruit

M  14 Mixed Summer Vegetables w Pasta, Garlic Roll, Italian Salad, Apricots

W  16 Half Chicken Sandwich on WW, Vegetable Bean Soup, Mixed Fruit & Yogurt Cup

M  21 Citrus Roasted Fish, Vegetable Medley, Brown Rice, Berries

W  23 Beef Cabbage Rolls, Potatoes, Cottage Cheese, Apricots/Peaches

Fr  25 Salmon, Green Beans Almondine, Brown/Wild Rice, Peach Dessert

M  28  Chicken Enchilada Pie, Black Beans, Lettuce/Tomato, Orange

M  31  Roasted Vegetable Pizza, Greens Salad, Apple 

​We look forward to seeing you soon!

Serene Karplus

serenekarplus@nullgmail.com
303-

​258-0799

The rescheduled date for the Sunshine Canyon Hill Climb is set for Saturday, July 22^nd from 0800-1200.  I have attached our Ops plan if you are interested in seeing it.

If you need any other information, please let me know.

Thanks,

Carla

Weinheimer, Carla [mailto:cweinheimer@nullbouldercounty.org]

Operations Plan

Sunshine Canyon Hill Climb

Saturday, July 22, 2017   0730-1200

 EVENT SUMMARY

The course is a hill climb which begins at 4^th and Mapleton in Boulder and proceeds west up Sunshine Canyon Drive for 9.14 miles and ends at the highest elevation of the road, about 1 mile before the town of Gold Hill. The riders will start in multiple groups according to ability. There are approximately 200 participants.

Deputies working the event will be mobile and are responsible to escort groups of racers and to control traffic, allowing the racers to participate safely. There are no road closures for the event and deputies can stop traffic for short periods to allow the race to proceed without interruption.

BRIEFING

All deputies working the event should meet the race coordinator, Barry Lee (720-244-8228) at the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine at 4^th and Mapleton at 0730.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• Class C Uniform (shorts are authorized) with duty belt and a pac-set.
• An authorized traffic vest must be worn at all times while directing traffic. A high-visibility duty polo is an acceptable alternative.
• Deputies are required to have a marked patrol car.

COMMUNICATIONS

 LE Primary:                           BC Law3 – Deputy Rosales will have race radio

Event Coordinator:           Barry Lee (720-244-8228)

Medical:                               Robert Montoya (303-917-5465)         

 MEDICAL PLAN

Rapid Response Paramedics will provide services for this event. The services include one designated medical area at the finish line and an ALS Paramedic on site for the duration of the races. Paramedics will also be roving the course on motorcycles and will be equipped with AED’s, oxygen and medical kits.

TRAFFIC/PARKING PLAN         

Parking for the event will use the parking lots of the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine located at 4^th Street and Mapleton Avenue.

STAFFING ASSIGNMENTS

EVENT MAPS

Please read the message below from our President Jim Guertin…contact and mailing information is at the foot of his letter. Thank you!

Serene Karplus, Director

Nederland Area Seniors

July 12, 2017

Friends of Nederland Area Seniors and Mountain MidLife –

Our organization celebrates entering its third decade serving mountain adults with wellness, fitness, and social opportunities to build a community where we can all age well. In the past year, over 400 mountain residents benefited from our meals, activities, and cultural activities.

Thanks to your help, we served nearly 3,600 nutritious meals to adults over age 60 and nearly 750 more to our younger friends during the past twelve months. Ten percent of these meals are delivered by volunteers to the frail folks who cannot get to our meal site.

Older Americans Act funds, which we receive through the Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, provide the fundamental support for the meal program, including the home-delivered meals. This program ensures that no one over age 60 is turned away from a meal for inability to pay. Participants in the program contribute at meals to help offset some of our expenses.

Our donors make our participation in this program possible by providing required local cash match for the federal and state funds we receive. We also work hard acquiring grant funding and holding fundraising events.

To keep our prices affordable and to expand our program offerings, we need the continued help of our donors. Thank you for your support.

We love getting to know every person who attends our programs and hear continuous words of praise and gratitude for the benefits they receive and connections they make in our community. Our Mountain MidLife program celebrates its second anniversary this month and has expanded our outreach immensely. These events attract hundreds of people mostly age 50 and up, filling a need for interaction between adults of varying ages, both couples and singles, building a community that welcomes all.

With a wide variety of events and activities, there is something for everyone  – not just meals, but fitness, pickleball, writing groups, book group, educational programs, and cultural outings offered multiple times each month. The high level of participation in our events fulfills our vision of providing a healthy lifestyle and a vibrant community. Our services are supported and complemented by our referrals to the Mountain Options Counselor from our local Area Agency on Aging, who assists hundreds of people over age 60 or with disabilities with everything from government benefits to the multitude of resources for caregiving and other forms of assistance.

We would love to get to know you at our Monday and Wednesday noon Luncheons or our monthly Mountain MidLife Dinners and Breakfasts – or at one of our many outings and events. All age adults are welcome at all gatherings. Please invite a friend and sign up for our monthly newsletter by emailing us or calling our office. 

Your donation dollars go a long way with us. Thank you for your financial support of the only nonprofit in Boulder County focused on serving mountain older adults.

Jim Guertin, President                           _______________________________________________________________________________________

Nederland Area Seniors    PO Box 188   Nederland CO 80466    303-258-0799        

NederlandAreaSeniors@nullgmail.com   www.NederlandAreaSeniors.org

GOLD HILL TOWN MEETING NEWSLETTER

Minutes of the Gold Hill Town Meeting, June 12, 2017

Next Regular Town Meeting will be Monday, August 14, 2017, 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center.  This will be our annual elections Meeting!

The meeting was called to order by Chair Tony Vrba. Attending (10): Nick Kell, Emergency Preparedness Planner, BOCO, Treasurer Martha Knapp, Deputy Chair Bear Carlson, Virginia Schultz, Luzie Mason, Rick Sinner, John Sand, Prospector (AKA J. Whitmont), Poppy Copeland, Chair Tony Vrba. In Secretary Gretchen Diefenderfer’s absence, Bear Carlson took minutes.

GUEST PRESENTATION – Nick Kell gave a presentation on the Medical Reserve Corps (www.bouldercountymrc.org ). According to their website, “Medical Reserve Corps volunteers support public health activities in the event of disasters including floods, fires, pandemics, and other events that require an exceptional medical response.” They are a volunteer organization that is part of BOCO Public Health, one of 22 MRC chapters in CO. There are approximately 95 volunteers helping out throughout the county.

Although many volunteers are medically trained, not all are as there are many needs that arise during emergency situations. In addition to functioning during disasters such as the 2010 fire and 2013 flood, they are also active throughout the year doing CPR training, building preparedness, sheltering, etc. While MRC volunteers do not wear uniforms per se, they have caps, T shirts and ID badges to identify them.

Interested volunteers can contact Nick Kell by email (nkell@nullbouldercounty.org) or phone (303-413-7532, 303-419-7805).

MISC

Minutes of previous meeting approved

Martha will email Treasurer’s report

Town cleanup June 24, 2017

COMMITTEE REPORTS

GH SCHOOL – No report (NR)

COMMUNITY PLANNING – Gold Rush will be held Sep 17, 2017

COMMUNITY SPACES – NR

HISTORIC ZONING (Bear)– The property between Laughlins and Michael Putrillo has sold to Joyce Robinson, who plans to build a small residence. She has been in contact with HZ and will work with us as plans proceed.

FOREST MANAGEMENT (Virginia) – BOCO has $4K available to support chipping for local residents, which will occur July 27 & 28, 2017. Approximately 6-10 property owners have expressed interest so far. Four Mile has been selected to do the work at a rate of $180/hr. BOCO will pay half the cost; at a previous meeting, GHTM recommended paying half the remainder (i.e. 25%), with property owners responsible for 25%. Virginia will coordinate, including making sure property owners have the slash (6” max diameter) stacked for easy access the weekend ahead of chipping. Four Mile estimates a “Suburban-sized” pile of slash takes about an hour to process, which would cost the property owner $45.

MOTION: “GHTM will pay 25% of the chipping cost for local residents, up to a maximum of $900.” Passed unanimously.

Virginia will explore an opportunity to be a “fire-wise community.”

FIRE DEPT – NR

WEED MGMT – NR

MUSEUM (John) – The museum opened for the season on Memorial Day weekend. Several exhibits have been spruced up and rearranged, and there is a new exhibit featuring Dr. Edna (?) Campbell. The fence has been repaired and realigned with the entrance now from Pine St. Volunteers are needed to prep and paint the fence the week of June 19, 2017.

MINING (Bear) – Mark Steen received permission from BOCO to remove a section of guard rail on Horsfal to access part of the mine for maintenance. The guard rail has subsequently been replaced.

SAFELINK (Tony) – Nothing scheduled; possible phone tree test this summer

AIRLINK (Bear) – Design work on the new repeater in Jamestown is underway. Mark Elder is helping out on the “very challenging” cable design details.

IMA (Tony) – Next meeting June 22, 2017 in Allenspark. Tony will attend.

OLD BUSINESS

Book exchange mailbox – on hold due to Dan and Chrissy’s new baby

The Climb has a new schedule

Elections Aug 14, 2017. New volunteers are always encouraged to join the fun!

NEW BUSINESS

ADOPTION OF RANCHO FAZOO (Tony) – JoJo Morrison is spearheading efforts for GHTM to adopt this property, which is part of the new BOCO Open Space acquisition. An on-site tour was held to explore possibilities for GHTM to help clean up the space so it could be used for community events. BOCO is supportive and would supply a rolloff trash container – but would insist certain rules be followed, including a commitment from GHTM to hold cleanups four times annually, etc. The GH Museum would be welcome to any artifacts that might surface during cleanup activities. Permacultural aspects of the property will be kept in mind, as well as maintaining wildlife corridors, etc.

Because only three GHTM council members were present, and they confessed to being remiss in not carefully studying the documents Tony sent around outlining the requirements for adoption, the issue was tabled to a future meeting. ADDENDUM – A Special Town Meeting will be held Monday, July 17 at 7:30 to discuss Rancho Fazoo issues  as well as issues around Bike Races through Gold Hill to insure the safety of Gold Hill residents as well as of the bicyclists.

EMERGENCY SIRENS (Tony) – Dina is investigating how well the verbal warning sirens in Jamestown are working. Such a system could be useful in GH, but many questions remain, such as:

• What would be required to include the subdivision in such a warning system?
• Would the regular testing required be worth it in terms of disturbing our tranquility?
• Is person-to-person communication (e.g. Neighborlink) more effective anyway?

POTHOLES IN MAIN STREET

What little part of Main St is paved is suffering from major potholes. Residents were encouraged to phone or email Ted Plank with BOCO, who is known to be quite responsive.

Colleen Sinclair came to our Town Meeting in February to let us know about the many services the County provides to mountain residents.  

.She reported that she has been with the County since mid-summer and came from Mental Health Partners. She is also a certified Medicare Counselor. She lives in a yurt in Jamestown and is getting to know the mountain communities.  The aim of AAA  (Area Agency on Aging) is to uphold the mandate of the 1965 Older Americans Act – to provide information and assistance to those in need including providing short term assistance funding (up to $500) for those 60 and older as well as 18-59 with disabilities.

           Colleen is willing to come as often as we want to provide information on the many county services available.  She will be available to answer questions and provide information.  She is a wonderful mountain resource person.  Here is her email and contact information:

Good morning,

 I am going to be at the Gold Hill store the third Thursday of each month beginning on July 20^th.  I will be at the store from 1-3p, and can expand those hours in the future if needed or warranted.

Thank you and hope you’re well!

Colleen

Colleen Sinclair | Mountain Options Counselor

Boulder County Area Agency on Aging | Community Services Department

303.441.4692 (direct) | 303.258.3068 (Nederland office) | Help Line: 303-441-1617

Resources: BoulderCountyHelp.org  | Sign up: Age Well Newsletter | Facebook

Mountain MidLife Friends:
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Sign up NOW for our Mountain MidLife Breakfast and Wildflower Hike THIS Saturday, July 8!

Please set aside a couple of hours on Saturday, July 29, to attend and help with our annual Nederland Coming Home Day Pancake Breakfast. Let us know how and when you can help by replying to this email or calling 303-258-0799. Thank you!

See listings of our great upcoming events listed below. If you are not receiving our monthly NAS Newsletter and would like to receive it so you can see birthday listings and articles from our Mountain Options Counselor of our local Area Agency on Aging, please reply to this email and let us know whether we should email a PDF or send via US Mail.

Invite a friend to a meal (lunches every Monday and Wednesday or monthly dinners or breakfasts) and offer to pick them up and drop them home afterwards. With a “requested contribution” of $5 (over age 60), we offer a fun and affordable get-together with friends. We need and appreciate your anonymous meal contributions, but please ensure people know that we do not turn away anyone over age 60 who cannot pay.

All ages of adults are welcome at all events, attended mostly by folks over age 50.

Sign up for all Mountain MidLife events at 303-258-0799 or Meetup.com/Mountain-MidLife-Social-Group or by replying to this email.

Fourth of July

BAND/PARADE: For those folks looking for a little festive daytime celebration Barker Dam Brass Band, which used to ride on a bandwagon through the parade, will play from 11am to Noon outside the Train Cars. They celebrate their 25^th year and this may be its final year performing, so come catch the historic nostalgia of a little brass band in our town. If you play a brass, woodwind, or percussion instrument and would like to join for a short, easy-read performance, please contact thecork@nullaol.com or 651-238-7312.

The parade was reinstated at last minute, so there should be a Noon Parade up east First Street from the Reservoir towards the business district, turning north at Snyder Street. The band will not be in the parade, as they committed to the Train Cars performance when the parade had been cancelled.

FIREWORKS: We are gathering for the Black Hawk Fireworks on Tuesday, July 4. If you’d like to socialize with others from our group and enjoy the biggest, longest fireworks show we’ve seen anywhere, show up at the Ameristar parking garage 10th floor at 8:15pm. Please note that this is outdoors in the parking garage, not indoors in the hotel.

We cannot drive onto that level, so park where you can, then come up and look for Margaret Freeman with a small table and 8X11 Mountain Midlife logo (batik blue and brown mountain).

Bring your own lawn chair, non-alcoholic beverages (there will be a security check), and finger-food snacks to share.

Details/changes/updates, if any, will be posted here. If you have questions, you may call Margaret’s cell at (Five-One-Two)-6one9-1000.

Luncheon Program – CBD as Medicine

CBD as Medicine:  Cheryl Fanelli shares research regarding the medicinal benefits of Cannabidiol, the

non-psychoactive chemical derived from Cannabis – Wednesday, July 5. Menu is Chicken, Green Beans, Potato Sald, Grapes. Call today (303-258-0799) to join us for lunch at Noon – be there by 12:30 for only the presentation.

Featured Event!  Social Breakfast & Hike

Come join us for breakfast and optional hike following it at the Nederland Community Center on Saturday, July 8. Doors open at 8:30am, with the meal served at 9:00am. Our buffet includes: Spinach Mushroom Frittata, Sausage, Chia Oatmeal, Granola, Yogurt, Melon. All ages of adults are welcome. Cost is only $8 under age 60 and $5 requested contribution from those over age 60. Please RSVP immediately to 303-258-0799 or at www.Meetup.com/Mountain-MidLife-Social-Group.

Luncheon Program – Conversation Cafe

Conversation Café:  This monthly circle meets 12:45pm-2:00pm to share wisdom and experience on a

variety of topics—a great opportunity to get to know each other in new ways – Monday, July 10. Menu is Ground Beef Enchilada Pie w toppings, Berry Dessert. Call by Friday, 7/9, (303-258-0799) to join us for lunch at Noon – be there by 12:45 for only the Conversation Café.

Peter Pan w Live MAMPO & Dinner/Hike

Paramount Studios’ 1924 silent film production of Peter Pan has been fully restored from original nitrate

materials with authentic color tints, and will feature a new score written and performed live by the Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra. Show time is Wednesday, July 12, 7:30, and we will precede it with options for a one-hour hike or dinner at Chautauqua at 6:00pm. Let us know if you will join us for one of these early events when you call to reserve your place. Show tickets are $12 for this concert and movie night rolled into one.

 Book Group

The July Book Group will be at Lee Kennedy’s home on Ridge Road on Thursday, July 13, 6:30pm, and the format is pot luck. Call us at 303-258-0799 for more info. The book for July is Lab Girl by Hope Jahren.

Switzerland Trail & VNB

Nederland Mining Museum shines the spotlight on the Switzerland Trail of America at its Second Fridays history night on Friday, July 14, at 7:00pm. This one-hour presentation invites us for coffee and dessert and some of us will head over to Very Nice Brewing in the Nederland shopping mall for conversation afterwards. Please join us!

Swing Dance to Live Big Band Music

Swing Dance Party at the Avalon Ballroom with ​a live dance band. Dance lesson 7:00 to 8:00 PM included with the price of admission. Dancing 8:00 to 11:00 PM. DJ dance music during intermissions. Light snacks provided. There is a coat room.
All ages welcome. No partner or dance experience required. Please wear non-marking shoes. Dress to express yourself. Casual is fine.

Admission: $15 per person general; $10 students; volunteers free. Children $5 only with responsible adult in charge. Cash or check.

Luncheon Program – Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Preparedness:  Justin Bukartek of the Boulder County Office of Emergency Management shares tips for planning for emergency evacuations – Wednesday, July 19. Menu is Red Beans & Rice w Turkey Sausage, Collard Greens, Mixed Fruit/Nut Salad. Call us (303-258-0799) by Monday, 7/17, to join us for lunch at Noon – or be there by 12:30 for only the presentation.

CMF Open Rehearsal & Lunch

The fabulous musicians of the Colorado Music Festival orchestra arrive at rehearsals ready to perform so the conductor spends their precious little rehearsal time adding only his/her interpretations to the mix. The lush beauty is already a given. Come enjoy listening to a free open rehearsal during the morning

(no chat time, like a concert), then socialize over a delicious lunch on the veranda at the Chautauqua Dining Hall. The rehearsal for the concert of Debussy and Ravel is on Thursday, July 20, 10am – 12:30pm. We will likely need a reservation for lunch, so please sign up by Tuesday, July 18 to join us (call 303-258-0799). 

Plan to arrive early, as musicians and other listeners absorb much of the nearby parking.

 BIGfoot Hike

The BIGfoot Memorial Hike w Lucy Stroock meets at the Nederland Community Center at 10:00am for carpool departure to the trailhead of the hike location to be determined closer to the time. The pace is comfortable and leisurely.

Taming of the Shrew

Join us for the Tuesday, July 25, 6:30pm performance of Taming of the Shrew  at the Colorado Shakespeare Festival at CU in Boulder. They have set it in Little Italy in New York in the 1920s. Only a few tickets remain at the over-age-65 price of $36 (others $39). Although this outdoor venue is fairly small, we recommend checking out a free earbud amplifier at the box office to hear every word in these back area seats. Please sign up and pay by July 10. Optional: Let us know if you would like to meet on the greens in front of the theater for personal picnics at 5:00pm. Call 303-258-0799.

Foot Care

 Local Registered Nurse Debbie Neal serves mountain older adults with toenail and skin care, review of foot concerns – Wednesday, July 26. By appointment, downtown Nederland, $30, sign up at 303-258-0799

Featured Event!  Sasa Harambee at Mountain MidLife Dinner

Our Mountain MidLife Social Dinner on Friday, July 28, hosts guest speaker Carol Carper sharing stories of her ongoing work in Kenya. The Sasa Harambee “Now Let Us All Pull Together” organization works to build community capacity and sustainable economy and agriculture in Sigomere Ward of rural Kenya.

A delicious Kenyan-inspired meal and social time with friends kicks off the evening. Please reserve early for the dinner, only $5 requested contribution over age 60 and $10 under age 60, by calling 303-258-0799.

Featured Event!  Coming Home Pancake Breakfast

The last weekend of July each year hosts the big reunion of all classes of graduates from Nederland High School—and all ages of folks who have lived here over the years. We welcome these returning friends with a pancake breakfast to kick off the Saturday activities. All of the community is encouraged to enjoy

with us the eggs, sausage, yogurt, granola, bananas, coffee, orange juice, and all-you-can-eat pancakes.

Please help us by spreading the word, planning to attend, and bringing guests. We also need help hosting everyone from 8am to 11am on Saturday, July 29. We will need help setting up after dinner the night

before, making coffee, serving the food and cashiering. Please call us at 303-258-0799 to let us know what times you can help:  Friday evening 7pm-8:30pm, Saturday 7:30am-9:30am or 9:30am-11:30am. Thank you!

Luncheon Programs

Scams & Frauds:  Jane Walsh of the Boulder District Attorney’s office, updates us on the latest schemes

targeting older adults – Wednesday, August 2. Menu is TBD. Call us (303-258-0799) by Monday, 7/31, to join us for lunch at Noon – or be there by 12:30 for only the presentation.

 Mountain MidLife & Other Events of Interest

Events we are already planning together appear in bold font and appear on Meetup.com. Plan an outing or interest group and we can post it at Meetup. Email details to Serene at NederlandAreaSeniors@nullgmail.com. Adults of all ages are welcome at all events.

Mons, 7/3-31, Boulder Concert Band in parks, 7pm, 7/3 Salberg Pk, 7/10 Chautauqua,

    7/17 N. Boulder Park, 7/24 Boulder Library Labyrinth, 7/31 Viele Lake

Tue, 7/4 Band by Carousel 11am, Black Hawk Fireworks & Social 6:30pm (see Meetup)

Fri/Sat, 7/7-8 Longmont Rhythm on the River Festival

Sat, 7/8, History & Habitat of Caribou Ranch, 9am-12pm Volunteer Naturalists along trail

Wed, 7/13, Mountain MidLife Book Group, call for location, 6:30pm

Sat, 7/15, Swing Dance at The Avalon, Boulder, $15, 7pm lesson, 8-11pm Big Band Live Music

Sat/Sun, 7/15-16, Pearl Street Arts Fest

Wed, 7/19, Que Mando (Latin band), Bands on the Bricks, Pearl St, Boulder, Free, 7pm

Wed, 7/19, High Country Night Hike w BCPOS, 8-10pm, call to register by 7/17, 303-678-6214

Thu, 7/20, Colorado Music Festival Concert, Chautauqua – Romantics Debussy & Ravel, $24/$21

Fri, 7/21, BIGfoot Memorial Hike w Lucy Stroock, meet at Ned Comm Ctr, 10am

Thru 7/22, Rky Mtn Quilt Museum – “Under the Western Sun” & “Quilting the Wild West”

Sat/Sun, 7/22-23, VegFest at Jeffco Fairgrounds

Thu, 7/27, Colorado Music Festival Concert , Chautauqua – Holst’s The Planets, $24/$21

Th-Su, 7/27-30, Buffalo Bill Days, Golden

Fr-Su, 7/28-8/6, Boulder County Fair

Sat, 7/29 9am-1pm Geology of Caribou Ranch walk w BCPOS, Free, 4.5 mi hike

Su, 8/13, SAVE THE DATE – Tour Tom Hendrick’s mine near Caribou after Brunch

July Menu

Please RSVP two days ahead for lunches, a week ahead for breakfasts and dinners to 303-258-0799.

M    3  Chef’s Salad w Meats/Cheeses, Whole Wheat Roll, Watermelon

W   5   Baked Herbed Chicken, Green Beans, Potato Salad, Grapes

Sa   8  Spinach Mushroom Frittata, Sausage, Chia Oatmeal, Granola, Yogurt, Melon

M   10 Ground Beef Enchilada Pie, Guacamole/Sour Cream/Tomato/Lettuce, Berries

W  12  Baked Fish, Veggie Quinoa Pilaf, WW Roll, Orange

M  17  Veggie Pasta Bake, Italian Green Salad, WW Garlic Bread, Apple

W  19  Red Beans & Rice w Turkey Sausage, Collard Greens, Mixed Fruit/Nut Salad

M  24  Chicken Kiev, Broccoli, Brown Rice, Strawberries

W  26  Hamburger on WW Bun, Pasta Salad, Cheese/Lettuce/Tomato/Onion, Mixed Fruit

Fr  28  Kenyan Inspired Meal TBD

Sa 29  Eggs, Sausage, Pancakes, Granola, Yogurt, Banana

M  31  Crunchy Fish, Cole Slaw, WW Roll, Peach

​We look forward to seeing you at an event soon!

Serene Karplus

serenekarplus@nullgmail.com
303-

​258-0799

Just to let you all know that there will not be Taco Shack Tuesday on the fourth but we will resume the following Tuesday the 11th. Also I wanted to add a small reminder that Taco Tuesday is cash only.

Thanks.

Best -Danielle Knollenberg- Shindigs

danielleknollenberg@nullgmail.com 

Congratulations to the winners, Rick Sinner and Norm Skarstad. They’ve worked long and hard for this victory!  And to the runners up, Dustin and Krista Geesaman.

Attached are the final scores. Thanks to all of you for participating – yet another great bocce tournament.

The next time you roll, you will do so with new balls. They’re slightly smaller but still heavy enough to roll well. And they’re clearly NOT pink or blue!

Keep rolling

Bear

Namaste,