Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce 'Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce Monthly Newsletter'

August 2010 Newsletter

Posted: 7/30/2010 3:41:20 PM

Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce

August 2010 Newsletter

Gold Rush, August 14^th & 15^th       

Thanks to our Sponsors!

 

Official Sponsor: River Runners

www.whitewater.net

Triple Crown Sponsor: Colorado East Bank & Trust

www.coloeast.com

Gold Sponsors

Colorado East Bank & Trust

www.coloeast.com

Contin-Tail Rock & Gem Show

www.coloradorocks.org

Eagle Country 104 KBVC-FM "Continuous Country Favorites"

http://www.kbvcfm.com/

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

www.hrrmc.com

High Country Bank

www.highcountrybank.net

KSBV--The River Rat "Classic Rock With A Bite"

www.ksbv.net

Mt. Princeton Hot Springs

www.mtprinceton.com

Silver Sponsors

Elizabeth A. Gobble, CPA

www.Gobblecpa.com

Bronze Sponsors

Buena Vista Dental

www.buenavistadentalcare.com

Collegiate Peaks Bank

www.collegiatepeaksbank.com

Salida Auto Sales

www.salidaautosales.com

Duck Race Sponsors:

Colorado East Bank & Trust,

Collegiate Peaks Bank

Rainbow Lake Resort  

 Sangre De Cristo Electric

      Gold Rush Days is a Buena Vista event that has been going on for over 30 years. The Chamber of Commerce took it over a number of years ago to save the event and has used it as a major fundraiser for the Chamber. Last year we netted about $9,000. This money, along with your dues and other fundraisers helps keep the chamber in business so businesses, the community and events can be promoted. Support for Gold Rush Days and the Duck Race is an extra step for businesses to support our community.

 

$10,000 Duck

For Gold Rush Days

     This year’s Duck Race ticket buyers will have a chance to win $10,000 or maybe just $500. 1,000 ducks will be put into Cottonwood Creek on Sunday, August 15^th at 2:30. As soon as the ducks have been put in the creek, a number between 1 and 1,000 will be drawn. If that duck crosses first, and someone has purchased that ticket, they will win $10,000. Additionally, the first duck that crosses the finish line whose number has been purchased will win $500. Other prizes will be rewarded for other winners. GET YOUR DUCK RACE TICKETS at the Chamber, the banks, from board members and other participating businesses.

     This year’s Duck Race Sponsors are Colorado East Bank & Trust, Collegiate Peaks Bank, Rainbow Lake Resort and Sangre De Cristo Electric.

 

 

Business After Hours

Casa Del Rio

27665 CR 313

August 19^th      5:00-7:00 

Networking, food and drink all for $7.00

Best deal in town that night!

Casa Del Rio offers sites with scenic views in a secured gated community. One resident in each home must be 45 years of age or older. Choose from a large selection of floor plans by Magnolia Homes of Gering, Nebraska or we'll build your dream home. A new clubhouse/office is available for residents' use. With over 50 floor plans to choose from - you customize the home of your choice and either purchase or lease the land from us.

 

 

Traffic at the Chamber

Visitors to the Chamber in July-2394

(About 600 more than last July)

Visitor Packs Mailed in July—185

Visitors to the Website in July—21,067

 

 

NEW MEMBERS

Bresnan Communications

1106 Phay Ave, Canon City, Co 81212

719-221-2721    www.bresnan.com

Contact: John F. Martinez

     With Bresnan Digital Phone you can talk with anyone, anytime, anywhere in the country, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada for one low monthly rate! Take a look at how Bresnan Digital Phone can work for you!

     Get up to 220 channels - including all your local stations plus cable's best like HGTV, ESPN, CNN, Cartoon Network, TNT, and more. Plus get High-Definition TV and DVR service. It sure beats satellite!

     With download speeds up to 8.0 Mbps, it's up to 30X the speed of 256k DSL. Download huge files, intense graphics and music in a fraction of the time! Cable-powered so you're always connected.

 

Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation

339 E Hwy 50, Suite 2004, Salida, CO 81201

719-239-2018

Contact: Wendell Pryor

This is a private company created for the purpose of enhancing, recruiting, and promoting Chaffee County in order that businesses grow.

 

Harvard City Stables

& Collegiate Peaks Outfitters

203060 CR 306   395-4000

Owner: Max Grover

     Take a half day or all day horseback ride up in the high country on Cottonwood Pass. Or call Max about hunting trips that are available.

 

Mini-Blessings

15732 CR 306    395-2852  

www.mini-blessings.org

Owners: Crissey Smith & Susan Shampine

     Mini Blessings was founded in June 2009 by Crissey Smith and Susan Shampine after coming to a Mini Boot Camp in Austin, TX to learn about bringing Equine Guided Interactions (EGI) to the community of Buena Vista, Colorado. 

     On returning home, the two friends quickly put into action their plan to train their miniature horses to work with people of all ages with special needs - to include nursing homes, schools, assisted living facilities, rehab centers and anywhere they were needed.

 

South Colorado Party Rental

719-242-7696   www.southcoloradopartyrental.com

Owners: Dave & Mary Hartford

         SCPR serves all of southern Colorado. Providing quality party and wedding rentals since 1986, our dedicated staff promises to get it right the first time and be available on weekends for those last-minute adjustments.       We Deliver.  Dave will be hosting the Beer Garden at Gold Rush Days. Come by and meet him and taste his own creation—a poma margarita. Try it, you’ll like it.

       Dave also offers a professional video service and will capture Gold Rush Days and the Duck Race on video.

 

The Emporium in South Main

809 S. Main   719 221-3841

Owners: Anita Luster & Nora Larimer

     South Main welcomes a new shop filled with a variety of merchandise that is mostly from local artists. Pottery, fountains, beeswax candles, unique bird feeders, paintings, soap and some antiques. Check out the newest retail store that just opened last week.  

 

 

2010 Membership Renewals

From June 29 to July 29

     A BED ON THE ARKANSAS, A PLATINUM MEMORY, ABSOLUTE BIKES, ACQUIRED TASTES              , ADVENTURE COMPANY, ALFS BLACKSMITH, ALPINE LUMBER, ALPINE TOWING AND RECOVERY, AMERICAN ADVENTURE EXPEDITIONS,  ARKANSAS VALLEY SURVEYING, ATMOS ENERGY, A VARIATION

     BEST WESTERN VISTA INN, BOWERS, BILL & KAREN, BRUCE WARD, REALTOR, BUENA VISTA KOA,

BUENA VISTA ROASTERY, BUENA VISTA SPORTSMAN'S CLUB

     CARR'S INSURANCE AGENCY, CEDAR HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY, CENTRAL COLORADO PERFORMING ARTS, COLDWELL BANKER/COGGINS, COLLEGIATE PEAKS REALTY, COOL BEANS COFFEE  AND COLLECTIBLES, COTTONWOOD VISTA B&B, COYOTE CANTINA,

     DEE FABIAN FINE ART, FOUR CORNERS RAFTING, GHOST TOWN GUEST HOUSE, HAHNS HAVEN, HI ROCKY              , HIGH PEAKS LIQUOR, HOPPEN ADVERTISING SPECIALTIES,

     JOURNEY'S END RANCH, JOURNEY'S END RANCH, JUMPIN GOOD GOAT DAIRY, KAREN'S SHIRT SHACK, LIARS LODGE        

     MOUNTAIN TECH YAMAHA, MT PRINCETON CHOCOLATE, MT. PRINCETON HOT SPRINGS, NEW BEES, PATTERSON HEATING, PEFORMANCE TOURS, PLEASANT AVENUE NURSERY, PSH SIGNS, PUNKY'S

     ROCKY MOUNTAIN LUMBER, ROOSTER'S CROW CAFÉ, RUSTIC WOODS, SERENDIPITY YARN AND GIFTS, SISTER'S REMEMBERED, ST ROSE OF LIMA CHURCH, STAGE LEFT THEATER COMPANY, SUNFLOWER INSURANCE, SUNRISE MANOR APARTMENTS

     TIMBERLINE MOTORSPORTS, TOPAZ LODGE, TOTL SURVEYS INC, US FOREST SERVICE

 

Thanks For Your Support!

 

  

   Comment Period Underway for Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s Over The River

   If you are for or against or agree or disagree, it is time to officially comment. 

       The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recently began accepting public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s proposed temporary work of art Over The River. Christo has proposed suspending 5.9 total miles of silvery, luminous fabric panels high above the Arkansas River along a 40-mile stretch between Salida and Cañon City in central Colorado. If approved, the project would be displayed for two weeks in 2013, at the earliest.

     The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is part of the permitting process for Over The River, and the document contains a comprehensive analysis of the project’s potential impacts and benefits, as well as possible mitigation measures. Public comments will help to influence the BLM’s final decision on the proposed temporary work of art. 

     You can email comments to co_otr_comments@blm.gov, or fill out a comment form   www.blm.gov/co/st/en/fo/rgfo/planning/otr/comment_form.html. Comments can also be faxed (719-269-8599) or mailed (BLM Royal Gorge Field Office, OTR Comments, 3028 E. Main St., Canon City, CO 81212).

     The BLM will also accept written and oral comments at four public meetings. Each meeting will begin with an open house at 4 p.m. followed by a formal public comment session beginning at 6 p.m. Details are as follows:

     Cañon City – Monday, August 9, 2010

     Harrison K-8 School: 920 Field Avenue, Cañon City,

     Salida – Tuesday, August 10, 2010

     Salida High School: 905 D Street, Salida, CO

     Cotopaxi – Wednesday, August 11, 2010

     Cotopaxi School: 345 County Road 12, Cotopaxi, CO

     Denver – Thursday, August 12, 2010

     Doubletree Hotel Denver: 3203 Quebec Street

 

 

Member News

1. Mountain Haven—Did you know that Mountain Haven offers respite care? Do you have an older relative in your home that might need care if you leave home for a few hours or a few days? Call Mountain Haven and check into respite care. 395-6198. www.mtnhaven.com

 

2.  MOVIE NIGHT!--FREE TO THE WHOLE FAMILY! August 13^th - Congregational United Church of Christ is sponsoring a free family fun night for all ages.  The movie "Caddyshack" will be shown at the church Fri.  August 13, at 7 p.m.  Free popcorn will be served. Parents can drop off their kids for a "parents' night out" or can join them for the movie.  More information is available at 395-2544.

 

3. THE TRAILHEAD Famed ultra runner, author, and The North Face athlete Dean Karnazes will appear at The Trailhead and Trailhead Cycle & Ski on Saturday, August 21^st.  Karnazes will be in Buena Vista to compete in the annual Gore-Tex TransRockies Run.

     Mr. Karnazes will sign copies of his bestselling book “Ultramarathon Man.”  The North Face will have trail running shoes for demo on The Trailhead’s Trail Center trails.

     Karnazes has won the Badwater Ultramarathon, the Vermont 100-miler, and has 11 silver buckles for completing the Western States 100 in less than 24 hours.  He may be best known for completing 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 consecutive days.  Karnazes has been featured on CNN, NBC’s Today, David Letterman, and NPR’s Morning Edition.  More information about Karnazes is available at www.ultramarathonman.com.

 

4. Buena Vista Dental Care--Please join us for an Open House at our new office, 115 Brookdale Ave., on Saturday August 7th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.  Thank you for your support! 

 

5. Colorado Choice Health Plans -- Our website links are working so feel free to check it out at  the following hyperlink 

http://www.slvhmo.com/chambers/bvchamber/index.php

 

6. Jumpin Good Goats goes on TV--See Flyer

 

7. Chaffee County Times--Advertising deadlines coming up in August for Fall Adventure Guide (deadline is August 13th) & the Fishing Guide. Call Joy at 395-6612.

 

 

Upcoming Events

8/1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Farmer's Market

8/1-Free Day at Heritage Museum

8/2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 Melodrama - "He Promised Me Violets"

8/5, 12, -Concert in the Park - Forest Square Park

8/6-7 Relay for Life - Buena Vista High School

8/7 -St. Elmo Restoration - St Elmo

8/7 -Inon Barnatan - Aspen Concert Series- Salida

8/8 -Cemetery Tour - Mt Olivet Cemetery

8/12 -15 Contin-Tail Rock and Gem Show

8/14-15 –Gold Rush Days

8/14-Ben Pila - Aspen Concert Series Salida

8/14-Madams of Central Colorado

8/19-20-Collegiate Peaks Forum Series

8/21-Summer Celebration for Boys & Girls Clubs

8/21-22 King Boletus Mushroom Festival

 8/22-23 -TransRockies Race

8/22- Registered Trap Shoot - Rodeo Grounds

8/22, 29-Alpine Orchestra – Mnt.Heights Baptist