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Welcome to Ridgway

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A Ranching Heritage

Art in our Community

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The Ridgway Visitors Guide is published by the

Ridgway Chamber of Commerce. Director: Gale Ingram

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Ridgway, Colorado is nestled in the pictur-esque Uncompaghre Valley and surround-ed by the majestic snow capped peaks of the Cimarrons and San Juans, some of the most photographed mountains in the world. The town is located at the northern entrance of the San Juan Scenic & Historic Byway, one of America's most spectacular highways. With nearly 300 glorious days of sunshine, it is the perfect place to enjoy and explore a broad spectrum of outdoor activi-ties and year-round cultural events.

A quiet Western town with charismatic energy – Ridgway is a way of life. The town was founded in 1890 as the headquarters of the world famous Rio Grande Southern nar-row gauge railroad serving the area's rich silver and gold mines, ranches and farms. Today the railroad is gone, but its memories remain at the acclaimed Ridgway Railroad Museum. Ranches still dot the valley, pre-serving open space so special to the area. There is also an amazing wildlife presence throughout the region. Most famous are the bald eagles which nest in the cotton-woods along the Uncompaghre River.

Ridgway, a certified Creative Arts District, is also known for its vigorous arts commu-nity. The town boasts a new concert stage in Hartwell Park which is home to the Summer Outdoor Concert Series. The newly restored Sherbino Theater offers music, movies and much more. Many studios, galleries, and sculptures are here to discover. Dozens of one-of-a-kind, family-owned shops and sev-eral award-winning restaurants plus a local brewery and a distillery make this an excit-ing place to settle in and spend some time.

We welcome you to Ridgway and encourage you to use this Visitors Guide to help plan your vacation.

Visitors Center800-220-4959 970-626-5181

ridgwaycolorado.com150 Racecourse Road,

Ridgway, Co (on Hwy 62 near the

intersection of Hwy 550)Open Daily:

June thru September 9am - 5pm

May and October 10am - 3pm

Ridgway FactsLatitude: 38.15 N

Longitude: 107.76 W Elevation: 6,998 ft.

Weather: Sunny days: 300/Yr

Average Summer Temps: 55º to 82º

Average Winter Temps: 6º to 45º

Fall Colors: Late September

Early OctoberPopulation:

Town 962 • County 4,455Zip Code:

Ridgway 81432 Ouray 81427

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What's happening in RidgwaY...

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MaY3 Ridgway Home Tour16 Love Your Valley Festival and ROCC Parking Lot Sale

June 2 Moonwalk at Weehawken26 Ridgway River Festival in Rollans Park ridgwayriverfestival.org 26 Trio Solisti Chamber at the Wright Opera House

JulY2-9-16-23-30 FREE CONCERT Series every Thursday night in Hartwell Park

august 8 Mt. Sneffels Marathon & ½ Marathon mtsneffelsmarathon.com8-9 Ridgway Rendez-Vous Art & Crafts Festival weehawkenarts.org

septeMbeR 5 Ridgway Ranch Rodeo 6 CPRA Roughstock Rodeo and Fireman's Dance 7 CPRA Roughstock Rodeo, Parade and BBQ in Hartwell Park11-13 Sherbino 100th Birthday Weekend Celebration12 Ridgway Chamber Golf Tournament17-20 O.C. Railroad Days at the Ridgway Railroad Museum25-27 Weehawken Annual Mt. Sneffels Fiber Festival weehawkenarts.org25 Moonwalk - Woven Threads Exhibition

OCtObeR31 Halloween Party at Sherbino Theater sherbinotheater.com

deCeMbeR31 New Year's Eve Celebration at Sherbino Theater, Trail Town Still & Beaumont31 RACC New Year's Eve Casino Night at O.C. Event Center

For more details visit ridgwaycolorado.com

May 22 to October 16

Farmers Market

HartWell ParkEvery Friday10am- 3 pm

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Some activities are AdA accessible

YEAR' ROUND ACTIVITIESDeep canyon pools and high country lakes,

magnificent reservoirs, soothing natural hot springs, abundant trails and roaming wildlife.

Ridgway offers all ages and ability levels a chance to participate in some of Colorado's

finest outdoor adventures.

A message of Voyager Youth Program and the students and staff

of Ouray and Ridgway Schools.

To learn about the science around marijuana

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voyageryouthprogram.org

HEALTHY HIGHS FOR KIDS AND TEENS

IN RIDGWAY, COLORADO

Join the Ridgway Community in preventing underage marijuana use,

and helping all kids achieve healthy, drug-free lives.

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Colorado West Jeep Rentals & Tours 970-325-4014 coloradowestjeeps.com 701 Main St., Ouray

Dave's Mountain Tours 970-728-9749davesmountaintours.com Enjoy our milder open top “Hey Rides” through ranch country. See Katie's Meadow (True Grit gunfight), Chimney Rock and Moonshine Park. More adven-turous high country tours in our unique Swiss army rigs are also available. Black Bear, Imogene Pass, Governors. etc. For many these are a once in a lifetime experience in one of the planet's most breathtaking places. Under permit GMUG N.F. EDE

High Country 4x4 at the KOA 970-325-4736225 County Rd. 23, Hwy 550 mile marker 98

See the tops for yourself in one of our all-new Jeep® Wranglers. Let our staff give you the scoop on the best trails for a fun-filled day with family and friends. We have 2-door and 4-door options. Discounts on rentals of 3 or more con-secutive days.

Kimberlite Yoga 970-318-0047 kimberliteYoga.com 565 Sherman, #1B, RidgwayKimberlite Yoga offers Hot, Vinyasa, Yin, Re-storative, and Forrest yogas. Coming Sum-mer 2015: day long Wild Flower Yoga Re-treats. Classes held six days a week. Private, semi-private, and group classes available upon request. At Kimberlite Yoga our goal is to guide you deep within on a journey of self-exploration to find your inner diamond. For our current class schedule go to KimberliteYoga.com

Orvis Hot Springs 970-626-5324 orvishotsprings.com 1585 County Road 3, Ridgway

Ouray County Rodeo Association 970-275-6051ouraycountyrodeo.com P.O. Box 711, RidgwayThe Ouray County Rodeo Association (OCRA) is a nonprofit organi-zation dedicated to preserving the area’s rich ranching heritage and offering area children academic and equestrian based scholarships. The OCRA raises funds through the family-oriented annual Labor Day Rodeo. (please see our ad on page 25)

Ridgway State Park 970-626-5822 cpw.state.co.us 28555 Hwy 550, Ridgway

This beautiful park offers breathtak-ing scenery, 3 campgrounds with modern facilities and 3 cozy yurts to reserve. Outdoor enthusiasts en-joy the many hiking and biking trails along with wildlife viewing opportu-nities. The park is a favorite for fish-ing, boating, kayaking, windsurfing, picnicking, the swim beach, play-grounds and group event facilities.

RIGS Adventure CO 970-626-4460 fishrigs.com 565 Sherman St., (Hwy 62) Ridgway

The region's finest Fly & Tackle Shop (+ Gifts & Souvenirs), Fly Fishing Guide Service, Whitewater Rafting Trips, SUP & River Tube Rentals, Stand Up Paddle Board Instruction, Photo Tours & more! Located in Historic Downtown Ridgway, minutes from Ridgway State Park, near Telluride, Ouray, Montrose, and Silverton. Southwest Colorado Adven-ture trips in the prettiest part of the state.

San Juan Balloon 970-626-5495sanjuanballoon.comNowhere on earth is there a more beautiful place to experience the “gentle adventure” of Hot Air Ballooning than Ridgway, Co. Enjoy our unique “personalized service” with no more than 4 passengers per balloon. Our early morn-ing, hour-long flight is followed by a delight-ful champagne brunch. Daily summer flights (weather permitting). Reservations required.

San Juan Hut Systems 970-626-3033 sanjuanhuts.com 770 N. Cora St., Ridgway

San Juan Huts has devoted over twenty five years to creating and defining hut-to-hut hiking, skiing, and mountain bike travel. We have Huts between Telluride and Ouray, between Telluride and Moab, and between Durango and Moab. Use the

huts as a location for Family Reunions and Get Togethers. Get out of town and go for a hike, a climb or a run.

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Switzerland of America 970-325-4484 soajeep.com 226 7th Avenue, Ouray

The area's #1 choice for quality Guided 4x4 Tours and Jeep Rentals. Explore ghost towns and see old mining rel-ics. Feel the spray from waterfalls and gaze upon tapestries of colorful wild-flowers. Stand at the top of the high-est mountains and see unforgettable snow-capped peaks and alpine mead-ows. Also offering horseback rides, river rafting, hot air balloon flights, and BBQ dinner. Visit our ghost towns & gold mines. What's Your Adventure?

Top of the Pines 970-626-5273topofthepines.org

Top of the Pines provides a majestic, natural setting that offers rustic camp-ing and outdoor recreational oppor-tunities to individuals, families, public and private groups and organizations. Enjoy cross country skiing, biking, hik-ing, snowshoeing, photography, bird watching and much more. This facility retains a rustic feel with breathtaking views. The perfect location for a small group gathering including weddings!

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Spectacular scenery around our charming Colorado town caught the attention of Henry Hathaway, the director of the 1969 film True Grit, starring Academy Award winner John Wayne as U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn. In 6 weeks the film crew turned the center of this old rail-road town into 1880's Fort Smith, Arkansas. Hanging Judge Parker's 3 man gallows were erected in the town's beautiful park among the trees planted by school children more than a 100 years ago, and the park became the location of the triple hanging scene.

On the western edge of the park, the firehouse got an added cupola and a coat of red paint for the occasion! It now survives as an artist studio and the movie's livery stable became the present post office. A short walk up Clinton Street, past the Sherbino Theater, will lead you to the living quarters of Rooster Cogburn. The paddy wagon from the movie sits in Heritage Park, on the southwest corner of Hwy 550 and 62. Be sure to visit the John Wayne themed True Grit Cafe and check out all the movie memorabilia!

Several of the famous locations used in the movie are accessible by passenger car. You can head out on a day trip to discover some of these sites and enjoy the state's most photographed mountain scenery.

To the East, towards Owl Creek Pass, Katie's Meadow (sometimes called Debbie or Deb's meadow) with Chimney Peak in the back-ground, is the site of one of the most memorable scenes of True Grit when Cogburn takes the reins in his teeth and charges towards the outlaws with both guns blazing!

And 10 miles West of Ridgway, on Last Dollar Road, are the remains of the movie’s family ranch of Mattie Ross (Kim Darby) where in the final scene, John Wayne jumps his horse over a fence and rides off into into the distance. A scenery that is still as gorgeous now as it was then!

... and a few others classic backdrops.Other Westerns filmed in the Ridgway area include Tribute to a Bad Man (1956) and the epic How the West was Won (1962). Another John Wayne classic, The Sons of Kattie Elder (1965) was based on the lives of George and Charles Marlow, who lived in the Ridgway area for many years and served as deputy sheriffs and town marshals.

Tribute to a Bad Man was filmed on Miller Mesa at the historic Wal-ther Ranch, which was homesteaded by George and Charles Marlow (of Katie Elder fame) The private ranch still features the Marlow's original cabin.

Pick up your free Movie Locations Guide

at the Visitors Center.

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Whether you are looking for an easy bike path or an off-road experi-ence through the San Juan mountains, you can access a wide variety of back roads and trails from Ridgway and enjoy a fantastic ride.

the ridgway portion of the Uncompahgre riverWay trail begins downtown and travels gently towards Ridgway State Park's Dallas Creek area. The paved trail runs primarily on the former Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad corridor and features a restored railroad trestle just north of town. The Uncompahgre RiverWay Trail will eventually link Delta with Ouray, a 65-mile route along the Uncompahgre River.

For another very scenic ride over rolling ranchland that is a bit lon-ger, follow CR 23, CR17 and river road to Ouray (Approx. 25 miles roundtrip on gravel road).

Just North of town, a ¼ mile ride on the bike path leads to CR10 where on the East side of Hwy 550 you can access a series of trails and loops collectively named the ridgway area trails (RAT). The loops consist of both singletrack and dirt roads, and new trails are constantly being added. Riding the whole network is currently about 10 miles and 800 vertical feet. You will find the most current map at ridgwaytrails.com/trails/

The Ridgway Area Trails Group is the Sneffels Chapter of the Colora-do Plateau Mountain Bike Association (COPMOBA) and is responsible for promoting trail development in Ridgway and in Ouray County. The RAT Group’s goal is to develop a sustainable trail system that will benefit both local residents and visitors by providing more great biking recreational opportunities.

THE RIDGWAY AREA TRAILS

The Dallas trail is one of our most challenging single track with breathtaking views (and climbs!). This trail is not for the faint of heart as it includes a very technical descent into Ouray. This ~30 mile classic can be done as a shuttlle or loop right from the center of Ridgway. For a shorter version of the ride, plan to travel from the Blue Lakes trailhead to Box Factory and back, on the West end of the Dallas trail.

And if you decide to come back for more, the San Jan Hut System, based in Ridgway, can help you plan your next mountain bike trip. The fully stocked huts, strategically located on dirt roads and single-track trails from the high alpine tundra of the San Juan Mountains to the canyon country of Utah, allow for exciting biking/touring multi-day adventures without the weight of supplies and gear.

From the River Trail, the Weaver Trail System and the Angel Ridge Trails (all accessible from Town Park) to high Alpine trails such as the Dallas Trail, there are over 40 miles of single track in what many refer to as some of the most beautiful and scenic trails in the country.

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Walk and Wade the Uncompahgre river in ridgway State Park:Southern Colorado’s tail water fishery below Ridgway Reservoir, at the Pa Co Chu Puk entrance of the State Park, offers anglers an unparal-leled fishing experience year-round. Extensive rehabilitation has resulted in prime habitat for Rainbow, Brown and Cut-Throat trout with catch and release waters revealing deep runs and large pools.

enjoy a Fishing day with the family at the ridgway reservoir:This beautiful setting with a marina and numerous points of access make for a great fishing destination for the whole family. Stocked rainbow & native brown trout make up the game fish within the reservoir.

Be adventurous: Brook and rainbow trout can also be found in some tributaries of the Un-compahgre River. Access to Dallas Creek, Canyon Creek or Upper Cow Creek is more limited, but the reward might very well be a bigger catch.Fishing in surrounding alpine lakes may be the preferred choice for those seeking solitude and grand vistas. A few miles hike will lead you to magnificent lakes and make for great fishing stories. In the Cimar-rons, the waters of Silver Lake Reservoir are more accessible but also offer quality fishing in a serene setting.

A fishing license is required to fish from Colorado waterways. Informa-tion on licences and special regulations may be found at cpw.state.co.us

Top of the Pine’s (TOP) mission is to provide a majestic, natural setting that offers individuals, families, public and private groups or organizations a regional educational facility with rustic camping and outdoor recreational opportunities, while preserving the land for open space and wildlife habitat.

Our goals towards supporting that mission include:

• Supporting outdoor educational and environmentally based learning programs

• Creating a facility that retains a rustic feel and is a model of sustainable and responsible building construction and land use

• Inspiring and educating users to the value of their natural surroundings and open space

• Establishing an outdoor community facility accessible to users of all ages and for multiple purposes including artistic workshops, outdoor retreats, biking, photography, bird watching, snowshoeing, camping, youth environmental education, cross-country skiing, weddings, hiking and more!

• Gaining suffi cient fi nancial support to provide for the maintenance and sustainability of the entire property.

To reach TOP from Ridgway, travel south 0.3 mile on Amelia St. and turn right onto County Rd. 5. Travel 4.5 miles, turn right on Highland Drive and travel 0.3 mile to TOP’s entrance gate. The parking lot and trailhead are on the right. Or continue 0.7 mile past the entrance gate and turn right on Pavilion Dr. to the parking lot on the south side of the pavilion.

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Colorado is home to many miles of trout streams so it should not be a surprise that many excellent fishing oppor-tunities are located within a short distance from Ridgway. Whether you are a veteran or novice, a stay in charming Ridgway will allow you to experience great fishing, as well as float fishing trips, walk wade guided fly fishing trips and instructional clinics. fishrigs.com

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Blue Lakes Trail in the Mt. Sneffels WildernessThis is a beautiful hike leading up to 3 glacial lakes at the foot of Mt. Sneffels (elev. 14,150). The trail wanders through Engelmann spruce and meadows of wildflowers to the lower lake. The hike to the upper lakes climbs above timberline and provides amazing views of the surrounding peaks and the lower lake with its crystal glacier blue waters. In late July the wildflowers are at their amazing peak. In early September the mushrooms are incredible and in late September you will experience the golden tundra, fall colors and snow dusted jag-ged peaks. It is a locals' favorite!

DireCtionS: Drive about 5 miles west of Ridgway on Hwy 62 and turn left (south) on East Dallas Road (CR-7). Travel another 9 miles on CR-7 (a good gravel road) to the trailhead.

SUmmarY: The trail starts at elevation 9,400 ft, with an elevation gain of 1,600 ft and a distance of 6.6 miles round trip to the lower lake.

Hike an additional mile and gain an additional 700 ft to the upper lake. The trail is rated Moderate to the lower lake and Moderate - Difficult to the upper lake. Allow 3 to 5 hours roundtrip for the lower lake hike and 5 to 7 hours roundtrip from the trailhead for the upper lake hike.

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Ridgway is the ideal base camp for outdoor adventures and the list of spectacular hikes is too long to list here! Within the San Juan Mountains, the Mt. Sneffels and Cimarron Wilderness, the Uncom-pahgre National Forest, the surrounding BLM lands or just into the Ridgway State Park, there are trails for all experience levels, ranging from easy shorter walks to longer and more challenging hikes.

Be prepared before heading into the high country and get specific information about your hike, location of the trail head, difficulty level, length and elevation gain. Many trails will lead you to high altitude destinations and it is helpful to get acclimated on easier hikes before venturing on more strenuous ones. Afternoon thunderstorms are com-mon in the high country so be prepared for unpredictable weather.

Stop by the Visitors Center or a local bookstore to pick up a good hiking book or a map. The Ouray County Trails organization also has information and updates on the status of the trails, with some maps and pictures of various trails at ouraytrails.org

WALkS WITH VIEWS... In rollans Park, a 0.2 mile stretch on either side of the Uncompahgre footbridge offers a refreshing river escape.

The ridgway river trail starts from Ridgway Town Park to end at the Ridgway State Park at CR24. This lovely trail is paved and about 2.5 miles one way. It crosses the Uncompahgre River on a trestle bridge, offers several picnic areas along the way and a BLM riparian "Watchable Wildlife" area where you may observe the famous bald eagles nesting in the cottonwoods. At 1.2 miles is the Dennis Weaver Memorial Park.

Stagecoach Hill (1.4 miles round-trip) starts from Riversage Drive, 1.6 miles north of the intersection of US 550 and CO 62. This easy hike will reward you with great Sneffels views !

the ridgway State Park offers over 14 miles of marked trails mean-dering through a variety of natural settings and offering spectacular views of the San Juans. (See Ridgway State Park p.36)

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The railroad was completed in December, 1891. It was wildly suc-cessful at first – Mears issued silver and gold complimentary passes and planned to extend the line to the west coast. However, the crash of silver prices in 1893 and the subsequent closing of most of Colorado’s mines dramatically affected the state’s railroads, and the RGS slid into receivership. However, the line managed to survive for the next 60 years despite heavy snowstorms, mud and rock slides and economic disasters.

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Ridgway had its beginning as a railroad town in 1890. Otto Mears, known as the Pathfinder of the San Juans for his network of toll roads, and his fellow investors founded the town to be the headquarters of their Rio Grande Southern Railroad (RGS).The RGS was to con-nect the new town with Durango, passing through the rich mining camps of Telluride and Rico along the way. The RGS was 162 miles long, crossed more than 140 bridges and trestles and connected to the Ouray branch of the Denver & Rio Grande at Ridgway. The RGS became known as the “Silver San Juan” line and was a tourist favorite for its spectacular scenery and its breathtaking Ophir Loop.

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During the Great Depression the RGS depended on a mail de-livery contract for steady cash flow. Delivering mail by steam train was expensive, so management decided to build automobile-based rail buses to carry mail, passengers and light freight. Seven of these hybrid vehicles, which became known as “Gal-loping Geese,” were built in the Ridgway roundhouse. They were so successful that the railroad stayed in business until late 1951, when it finally ceased operations. Dozens of books and articles have been written about the line, and today the RGS and its Galloping Geese are world famous. It is one of the most modeled railroads in the world, and the Ridgway Railroad Museum attracts visitors from throughout the world. ~ Jim Pettengill

Ned Starbuck BosworthLandscape Architect

Garden, Site and Building Design

Over 30 years

Ridgway experience nedbosworth@gmail.com 970-626-4195

rough mining camps grew into ‘civilized’ towns. The market for beef grew, and the fertile val-ley at the foot of the San Juan Mountains supplied it. More people came, arriving by foot, on horseback, and by covered wagon. Ranching was a hard life – but possible with determination and perseverance. Ranch families helped each other out during fall roundup and branding and spring calving. Small schools educated ranch children, and families gath-ered for social events when time and work permitted.

A favorite activity was the ranch rodeo, which recognized cowboy skills such as roping and riding.

Early rodeo was truly a spectator sport, with little or no barrier between the performers and the audience! ~ Kathryn R. Burke

Since 1920 Labor Day weekend has been a huge celebration in Ridgway. The Ouray County Fair, Rodeos, Parade and the Fireman's Dance are eagerly looked forward to each year. The horse's tails and manes are braided and the pies are baked awaiting the County Fair. The roughstock rodeo cowboys arrive, the kids look forward to mutton busin and the local ranch teams get competitive. This year both the spectators and the competitors will enjoy all of this fun in the brand new arena and grandstands. Make plans to join us! ocrhm.org

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th1pm CPRA RODEO5pm COWBOY POLO Championship Game9pm FIREMAN’S DANCEMONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th - LABOR DAY 9am PARADE10am BBQ IN THE PARK1pm CPRA RODEOLocal Events Include:Mutton Bustin - Stick Horse Race -Dollar Race - Rescue Race - Indian Race - Open Barrel Racing - Steer Packing

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th RANCH RODEO4pm Branding Doctoring Trailering

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ridgway’s rich heritage dates back to the late 1880s and the arrival of the rail-road, which opened up the land for legal homestead-ing. Silver mines above Ouray and Telluride were booming. Ore needed to be shipped out, and the miners needed food.

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A Vibrant Creative Community in an Inspiring Setting

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Ridgway overflows with genuine artsy character and plenty of talent. Its heritage as a railroad and ranching center influenced by its outstanding scenic beauty make it a wonderful place to relax, dine, wander, and create. Stroll through its streets, stopping at the galleries, studios, and innovative businesses which earned it Creative District Certification from the state of Colorado in 2013.

Discover locally-made sculpture, poetry and art in some unusual places, such as Ridgway’s alleys, trails, and parks. If you’re visiting near the full moon, join the fun at quar-terly Ridgway MoonWalks when local artisans, artists, and musicians abound in open studios and galleries. Every Thursday at 6:00 PM for the month of July, come early to stake your spot in Hartwell Park to enjoy the fabulous and well-attended Ridgway Concert Series.

Local color abounds in historic Ridgway on Clinton Street. Engage in conversation. Catch a fun event at the historic Sherbino Theater in its centennial year; watch the Grammy awards and other custom awards being made across the street. Thousands of natural candles take shape not far from the river. Or head to the River Park Light Industrial area to check out brewing kettles, custom ironwork, woodworking, and coffee roasting in process.

Take the time to enjoy our town and delight in its one-of-a-kind places in a grand setting! Look for the yellow highlights on the map, pages 32-33, to link to Ridgway’s creative spots.

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Art by the Park 970-626-3163 380 Sherman St. (Hwy 62), Ridgway artbythepark.com

Exotic Earth Coffee Roasters 970-626-2326 602 N. Cora St., Ridgway exoticearthcoffee.com

Gold Mountain Gallery 970-728-3460 1075 Sherman St. (Hwy 62) #200, Ridgway

Heart & Sleeve Boutique 317-919-2909 525 Clinton St., Ridgway (Ad p.30) heartandsleeveboutique.com

Resource Art Gallery 970-708-8336 540 Sherman St., Ridgway resourceartgallery.com

Ridgway Office Services & Copies 970-626-3680 218 Sherman St., Ridgway ridgwayofficesupply.com

Ridgway Pharmacy 970-626-3440 570 Palomino Trail, Ridgway

RIGS Fly Shop & Guide 970-626-4460 565 Sherman St. (Hwy 62), Ridgway (Ad p.2) fishrigs.com

The Stock Exchange 970-209-7426 521 Clinton St., Ridgway (Ad p.30) bconebooks@yahoo.com

Studio 413 970-318-1204 103 Sherman St. (Hwy 62), Ridgway (Ad p.54) studio413ink.com

Timber Creek Gallery 970-708-2474 117 N. Lena St., Ridgway timbercreekgallery.com

Trail Town Shops & Restaurants 970-626-4195 252 Palomino Trail, Ridgway

Unicas Southwest-Fashion, Funk & Folkart 970-626-5723 109 N. Lena St., Ridgway

Willowcreek-Home Decor & Furniture 970-626-5216 631 Sherman St. (Hwy 62), Ridgway willowcreekfloral.com

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The adjacent maintained walk and bike path along the river connects the Town of Ridgway to the south and the Ridgway State Park to the north. Approximately one-half mile south of the Eagle, at the “river bend” section of the path, are benches, covered picnic tables and some restrooms.

Actor Dennis Weaver, known for his roles in ‘Gunsmoke’ and ‘McCloud’ and many other films, was also a passionate environmental-ist. He dedicated 175 acres near his home in Ridgway, which today includes the Memorial Park and RiverSage development with 130 acres of open green space.

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DIRECTIONS:1.5 mi. north of Ridgway on Hwy 550, turn west at the RiverSage sign

A magnificent cast bronze eagle is the highlight of this Park! Created by sculptor Vic Payne and donated to the Weaver family, this impressive eagle boasts a wingspan of over 20 feet and weighs 2,800 pounds. It is the centerpiece of the astronomically aligned medicine wheel, another feature of this wonderful park.

Rated No. 1 Attraction in Ridgway by Trip Advisor, the park en-compasses 60 acres of recreation area and is a permanent wildlife preserve along the Uncompahgre River Corridor. Within the park are miles of winding hiking and biking trails with spectacular moun-tain and river vistas. At the river’s edge is a lovely picnic area.

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Located about 6 miles north of the town of Ridgway, the reservoir was con-troversially planned in a location that would have inundated the town site. It was eventually relocated north of town and spared the Ridgway community from inundation but forced the re-routing of U.S. Highway 550 to the east and the abandonment of the Ridgway Branch of the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. Construction of the Dam began in 1978 and was completed in 1987. The lake was first filled in 1990 as an aid to irrigation of the Uncompahgre Valley and flood control.

Today abundant recreational opportunities are provided along the five-mile long reservoir for locals and visitors alike. The 1,000 surface-acre body of water allows for boating, fishing, waterskiing, sailing, paddle boarding and windsurfing.

The beautiful Ridgway State Park offers popular campgrounds, a marina, picnic & playground areas, as well as nearly 14 miles of developed trails meandering through the park. Swimmers can enjoy a beautiful beach located at the Dutch Charlie site.

There is a notable wildlife presence — mountain lions, badgers, deer, elk, bears, coyotes, wild turkey, and bald eagles are indigenous to the area. Birding opportunities abound throughout the year. Over 140 species of migratory and resident birds have been identified in the park and the region's bald eagles nest in the cottonwoods along the river and are a common sight in the late fall.

The Park encompasses 3 sites. The Dutch Charlie site was named after a pioneer who ran a boarding house near the present day-swim beach. It includes most of the major facilities and the Park's Visitors Center.

pa-Co-Chu-Puk - meaning “Cow Creek” for the Ute Indians, is located below the Ridgway Dam and also offers campsites, a large group event pavilion, pond and river trout fishing and access to several miles of hiking and biking trails.

The Dallas Creek site, closest to Ridgway, provides daytime activi-ties and picnic sites. In addition, the confluence of the Uncompahgre River and Dallas Creek is a perfect place for viewing wildlife.

Ridgway State Park offers year-round camping. During the high season (mid-May to mid-September), 258 campsites for RVs, trail-ers, campers and motor homes are available, as well as 25 walk-in tent sites for a more remote experience. Three yurts at the Dutch Charlie area provide a fun alternative to RV and tent camping.

Daily Park Pass: $7 –Camping fees $18 - $26For information, maps and reservations go to cpw.state.co.us

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Chipeta Solar Springs Resort and Spa I 800-633-5868 chipeta.com I 304 S. Lena St., Ridgway

A boutique rustic resort with a variety of accommodations, featuring the Four Cor-ners restaurant, the Kiva Conference Cen-ter, solar heated saltwater thermal pools, spa, fitness center, bike rentals, private hot tubs and fireplaces. Centrally located in Ridgway near the athletic park with tennis

courts, skateboard, basketball and soccer fields.

Colorado Cabin I 216-731-9376 or 440-477-0416

Located in Elk Meadows, facing Mt. Sneffels, this cozy log cabin offers peace and tranquility at an affordable cost. The picture is a view of the NE kitchen entrance. The larger deck is opposite and is the perfect place for evening gatherings and gorgeous sunsets. Fully

equipped for a maximum of 6 guests, simply grab your grocer-ies and come stay for a few days or a few weeks. For details, call and ask for Ginny.

Cow Creek Suites I 970-275-4700 cowcreeksuites.com I 400 Palomino Trail, Ridgway

Here are two edge-of-town vacation rentals that will exceed your every expectation. Immaculate, smoke and pet-free, extraordinarily quiet and com-fortable, and convenient to everything the Ridgway area has to offer. The two-bedroom 2nd floor suite sleeps 4/5 and

features two decks and great views. The ground floor suite sleeps 2 in a king bed. Each has high-speed wireless internet, HDTV, and private bath/laundry. More info on page 30.

Elk Meadows Hacienda I vrbo.com /691665

Beautiful, comfortable, quiet home in a stunning setting with sweeping views of the Sneffels Range and the Cimarrons. This updated, spacious home high up in Elk Meadows has three bedrooms, three full baths, deck, large living room plus a family room for the kids. Wifi, cell recep-

tion, DirecTV, XBox, DVDs, books, games. King, queen, two twins, fully stocked kitchen, linens, washer/dryer. Sleeps 6-8.

A Bella Vista I 970-209-0195 I jtp@mesa.net

Bella Vista is a comfortable family home that sleeps 14. It is close to Town and a short distance to the River Trail. It’s large backyard has a basketball court with lots of room for BBQ’s and family fun. You are walking distance to the Town Park and a short bike ride into the State Park. Parking

for your jeep or RV and lots of room to spread out. Three night min-imum. For availability call 970-209-0195 or email jtp@mesa.net.

Adobe Inn and Restaurant I 970-626-5939 adobeinnridgway.com I 251 Liddell Dr., Ridgway

The Inn offers 3 private rooms and a 2-bed-room vacation condo. The private rooms accommodate 2 to 4 and share a shower bathroom in the hall. Each room has wireless internet, satellite TV and coffee-pot. The condo includes a king, 2 twins, full kitchen, deck and Kiva fireplace.

A private setting with amazing views of the mountains and walk-ing distance to the center of town.

Bear Den I 970-316-0033 I vrbo.com/447123

Remodeled Turn of the Century historic house / historic train motif / high end amenities/ period bear claw tub / antique stove. Living room, sitting room, breakfast nook, sun room, full kitchen. Gas stove - fireplace, washer & dryer. Great yard with trees and second floor views. Great for

groups, families, hunters. Located centrally in the town of Ridgway on Hwy 62. The town of Ridgway is the Gateway to the San Juans and Cimarron Mountains.

Beautiful Aerie I 970-316-1792 airbnb.com/rooms/4729150

Close to town but facing the mountains and community park, this airy, spacious home combines the luxuries of the new with the rustic beauty of the San Juans. Ridgway's huge soccer field and tennis courts are steps away. Eco-friendly solar

panels and LED lights. But probably the best features are the huge windows with spectacular views of the mountains to the east and south! Bikes available to tour the village

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Elk Meadows Hacienda VRBO #691665 Beautiful, comfortable, quiet home in a stunning setting with sweeping views of the Sneffels

Range and the Cimarrons. This updated, spacious home high up in Elk Meadows has three bedrooms, three full baths, deck, large living room plus a family room for the kids. Wifi, cell reception, DirecTV, XBox, DVDs, books, games. King, queen, two twins, fully stocked kitchen, linens, washer/dryer. Sleeps 6-8.

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Enclave Escape I 941-920-1501 I vrbo.com/237595Loghill Mesa - Feast your eyes on 360 degree views of the San Juan Moun-tains from this secluded cottage! Enjoy cool mountain breezes from this fully equipped special 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with two porches, fireplace, two car garage. Walking, hiking, biking, boat-

ing, fishing, golfing & spa amenities are close by, as are BLM lands/Ridgway State Park. Text Anita Lambert at 941 920 1501.

KOA Campground I 970-325-4736 koa.com/campgrounds/ouray I 225 County Road 23, Ouray

Between Ridgway & Ouray, along the Un-compaghre River, you are at the gateway to the majestic San Juan Mountains. This award winning campground features fab-ulous tent camping sites, RV's, camping cabins and deluxe creekside cabins with full bathrooms, microwave and fridge.

Rent a Jeep® here at the campground and return at the end of the day for the best BBQ, beer, wine and live music.

Ridgway Lodge & Suites I 970-626-5444ridgwayouraylodgeandSuites.com I 373 Palomino Trail, Ridgway

Ridgway Lofts I 970-729-2366 I ridgwaylofts.com 630 Sherman St., RidgwayWelcome! The Ridgway Lofts are located in historic downtown Ridgway in the beautiful Silver San Juan Building. All suites offer luxu-rious mountain contemporary lodging for the Ouray, Telluride and Ridgway area. Full

kitchens, premium bedding and linens, down comforters & modern furnishings make it a great place to stay for couples & families alike. The only hotel style accommodations in the historic district, where you can walk to all your favorite shops, restaurants & watering holes.

Rustic Mountain Retreat I 727-858-1416 I airbnb.com215 Meadows Circle, Ridgway

Wake up to 180⁰ vistas of the San Juan Mountains, then savor a gourmet breakfast created especially for you. Enjoy numerous skiing, hiking, biking, boating opportuni-ties just minutes away. Relax on our decks or in our hot tub as the deer come to graze

and Alpenglow paints our peaks. We offer two cozy rooms, two full baths, a guest laundry, plus a private living room. Pets accepted.

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Beaumont Hotel and Grill 970-325-7000505 Main Street, Ouray beaumonthotel.com

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Cimarron Cafe I 970-626-4426thecimarroncafe.com I 153 Hwy 550, Ridgway

Summer Hours: April through November - 7 days/wk - 7am to 9pm. Extended hours on weekends with entertainment.

Winter Hours: December through March: 6 days/wk, 7am to 9pm.Great ambiance, spacious bar with 7 big screen televisions plus an outside patio. $7 Cheeseburgers on Tuesday night from 5pm to 9 pm; dine in only. We offer Colorado raised beef, fresh fish, pasta & chicken entrees plus much more…

Colorado Boy I 970-626-5333coloradoboy.com 602 Clinton St., RidgwayOpen Tuesday - Friday 4-9pm Sat. & Sun. 12 to 9 pmA cozy brewpub in the heart of historic downtown Ridgway, offering artisan piz-

zas, salads, wines and a selection of our own award winning ales by the pint or to go.

Creekside Cafe-KOA I 970-325-4736Located at the Ouray KOA, 225 County Road 23, between Ouray & Ridgway, off Hwy 550 at mile marker 98.All are welcome – You do not need to be camping here to get great food! Fresh & delicious hot breakfast served 7:30am to 10:30am every day from mid June 'til Labor Day. Cafe open Wednes-day, Friday and Saturday nights from 5 to 9. We serve real Texas mesquite smoked BBQ. Beer/Wine Bar and Live Music mid June through mid August.

Exotic Earth Coffee (970)-626-BEAN I 602 N. Cora, Ridgway Open 8:00am-12:00pm Monday through Friday. We offer Blends and Single Origin specialty coffee. It is roasted in small batches to ensure high quality and excellent flavor. Organic, shade grown, co-op, fair trade coffee from suppliers that directly benefit the artisans in the countries where they work. Free cup of coffee with purchase of a pound.

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Adobe Inn & Restaurant I 970-626-5939 adobeinnridgway.com I 251 Liddell Dr., RidgwayOpen daily • Full Bar opens at 5pm • Dinner 5:30pm to 9:30pm

When it comes to good Mexican food, a quiet, romantic atmosphere, great mar-garitas and consistently great service – the Adobe is the place. The warm red Mexi-can tile, stucco, exposed beams and spell binding views welcome you in. Enjoy a crackling real wood fire in the kiva fire-place on the colder evenings. Everything

is very fresh and the crispy chile rellenos are fantastic. The side dishes of beans (anasazi beans grown nearby) and corn casserole are a true taste of Mexican cuisine. Be sure to save room for the Kahlua mousse.

Café Ridgway à la mode I 970-626-9752 caferidgway.com I 380 Sherman St., Ridgway

Live your life with a cherry on top at Café Ridgway à la mode. Enjoy one of our delicious ice cream cones, a decadent cherry-topped sundae or one of our deliriously wonderful milkshakes. Cozy indoor or outdoor seating, right across from the town park.

Chipeta Four Corners Cafe and Skybar I 970-626-3737chipeta.com I 304 S. Lena, RidgwayFull Bar • Happy hour 4 to 5 pm • Live Music Wednesday, Friday & Saturday nights 6 to 9 pmDine and wine under the stars on the rooftop deck or enjoy the lively and inti-mate restaurant and its two bars located at the Chipeta Solar Springs Resort in Ridgway. Features local, fresh and or-ganic southwestern cuisine. Voted Best View of Ouray 2014.

Cimarron Books & Coffeehouse I 970-626-5858cimarronbooks.com I 380 W. Sherman, RidgwayYour hub for coffee, books and community. Voted Ouray County's best

coffee. We use the finest locally-roasted beans to craft your favorite coffee bever-ages. Savor one with tasty baked goods and breakfast burritos all day, or cool off with smoothies, frappes & iced drinks on our beautiful patio. Peruse our books, with local history and authors, guide-books, best sellers, maps and great gifts.

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Thai Paradise I 970-626-2742 I 146 N. Cora, Ridgway

Lunch M-F 11am-2pm • Open 7 days for Dinner 5pm-9m • Full Bar

Cozy, colorful little find in Ridgway. This res-taurant is small, intimate, friendly, and very Thai! Serving up fresh, flavorful Thai cuisine. Specialties include a choice of currys, soft shell crab tempura, Choo-Chee Ahi (sushi grade seared tuna). A very affordable lunch menu with great Thai soups, salads and appe-tizers. You will love the patio in the summer.

Trail Town Still I 970-626-3060 trailtownstill.com I 240 Palomino Trail, RidgwayOpen Monday to Saturday 11am –11pm (or later) 11am - 8pm on Sunday • Happy Hour 4 – 6pm Live Music on Friday and Saturday nights.

This tiny craft distillery was named “Best Sur-prise in the San Juans” by Sunset magazine in 2014. Enjoy hand made fine cocktails in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Serving micro batch light whiskey from local corn, vodka and rum from Hawaiian cane sugar, hand made gin using local botanicals, and 100% organic blue agave spirits. BBQ daily.

True Grit Cafe I 970-626-5739 truegritcafe.com I 123 N. Lena, Ridgway Open Daily 11am – til close - Full Bar Daily Specials • Outside Dining

Voted 2012, 2013 and 2014 Best Burger, Fastest Service, Friendliest Service, Best Waitress. Home-made comfort food featuring the best chicken fried steak, gourmet burgers, TexMex, salads, soups and desserts. Vegetarian and gluten-free options too. Be sure to check out the True Grit memo-rabilia in this true western cow-boy cafe!

True Grit Courtyard at Timber Creek GalleryRight next door to the True Grit Cafe, serving lunch & dinner daily in an intimate patio setting. A full bar and the True Grit menu are available.

520 Burgers I 970-626-2242 520 Sherman St., Ridgway

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Kate's Place I 970-626-9800katesplaceridgway.com615 Clinton, RidgwayDaily Hours starting May 19: 7am to 2pmTop-rated Colorado restaurant by TripAd-visor and Best Breakfast & Lunch – Ouray County in 2012 & 2013. This sunny, cheer-

ful little eatery provides fresh, simple, consistently delicious meals. The service is smiling and friendly. Fresh ingredients are sourced locally. Try the signature breakfast dish, Mt. Sneffels skillet – cremini mushrooms, spinach, roma tomatoes, white cheddar cheese and perfect made-to-order eggs. It's your lucky day if the special is blue-berry, lemon ricotta pancakes. There is plenty for vegetarians.

Land & Ocean Costa Rican I 970-626-3663 185 Sherman St., RidgwayMonday • Saturday : 11am to 8 pm Closed on Sunday • Dine in or take outPura Vida Yum! One word: Ceviche. . . as good as it gets. Welcome to the affordable and authentic cuisine of Tierra y Mar! You can't go wrong at Land & Ocean. Simple food, quaint interior, as well as outside dining. The owner is gracious and his authentic preparation of Costa Rican cuisine is spot on. Everything is fresh and tasty. You will love the soup and the fish tacos. Sushi served Wed, Thurs, Sat. 5 - 8 pm

Oriental Chinese I 970-626-4486 I 565 Sherman St., Ridgway Lunch 11am – 3pm • Dinner 3–9 pm • Closed on Tuesdays.

Sat & Sun. : Lunch 12 – 3pm • Dinner 3-9 pmDine in, take out, party tray, and catering. Beer and wine. Good food and fast service. The soups and Thai dishes are favorites. Chinese House specials include volcano shrimp, triple delight and honey glazed ca-shew chicken. Thai specials include tama-

rind duck and mango curry. Can accomodate large groups.

Sherbino Theater I 970-318-0892 I 604 Clinton St., Ridgway sherbinotheater.com Ridgway’s Revitalized Sherbino Theater is the community’s premier venue for cre-ative opportunities focused on arts, culture and lifelong learning. The Sherbino is a lively space where art, creativity and com-munity come together. Head on over to the Sherbino for regular live music perfor-mances, poetry readings, kids theater, couple dance lessons, regular films and movies, a great lecture series, Art Bar night out and more!

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ACME Healing Center 970-626-4099 (medical & recreational) acmehealingcenter.com157 US Hwy 550

Crazy B's Smoke Shop 970-626-9888252 Palomino Trail crazybssmokeshop.com

Fiddler's Green (medical ) 970-626-9888550 Hunter Parkway fiddlersgreenmed.com

Rocky Mountain Cannabis 970-626-4009(recreational) rockymountaincannabis.com 112 Village Square West #110

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■ LOCK UP YOUR PRODUCTKeep children in your community safe by storing cannabis in a securely locked and out-of-reach location.

■ PURCHASING MARIJUANANon-residents of Colorado, 21 and over can purchase up to 7 grams (1/4 ounce) of marijuana. Colorado residents, 21 and over can purchase up to 28 grams (1 ounce) of marijuana. Only licensed establishments may sell retail marijuana products.

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■ MUST BE 21 OR OLDERTo purchase recreational marijuana in the state you must be 21 or older and provide a valid ID. Medical patients must show valid Colorado MMR card. It is illegal to give or sell marijuana to anyone under the age of 21. Please do your part to keep kids safe!

■ DRIVE HIGH GET A DUI!Marijuana is regulated similarly to alcohol so think of it like an open container law. Neither drivers nor passengers are allowed to open the marijuana packaging & use the product while in the car.Driving under the influence of marijuana or alcohol is illegal in the state of Colorado. Drivers with five nanograms of active THC/ml of whole blood are considered driving impaired & can be arrested for DUI. It doesn’t take much. Plan ahead and stay safe!

■ HAVE RESPECTThe law bans all public use of any marijuana products. It is illegal to eat, drink, vape or smoke marijuana in parks, sport-ing or music venues, playgrounds, roads and sidewalks as well as outdoor restaurants or rooftop cafes, to name a few. And since marijuana is still illegal federally, you cannot use on federal land: no national parks and no national forests, which includes many ski slopes. Property owners are allowed to ban the use and possession of marijuana on their properties.Not everyone likes the smoke or the smell, please be considerate to others.

■ LEAVE IT IN COLORADOIt is illegal to take marijuana out of the state. You risk being prosecuted in both state and federal courts if you are caught. Additionally, Denver International Airport has chosen to ban the possession, use, display and transfer (giving to another person) of all marijuana on its property.

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Destination weddings are “HOT”. Whether a lavish over-the-top wedding or a small romantic celebration, all events are possible in this romantic mountain setting. With our experienced wedding planners, florists, catering, tent rentals and a variety of venues – there is nothing left to hold you back. Let your imagination run wild.

bed and breakfasts, historic hotels, and quaint inns along with the hot springs and a great selection of dining choices are sure to be a comfort after a long day of activities. Fill your days with jeep tours, horseback riding, golf, shopping, history tours, hiking, biking and water sports. It is all here – and awaits your visit.

Getting married in Colorado is easy. All you need is a marriage license and anyone – even the couple themselves – can perform the ceremony. It is also the perfect place to renew your vows.

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Chipeta Solar Springs Resort 970-626-3737chipeta.com 304 S. Lena St., RidgwayChipeta Solar Springs Resort is a region-al architectural icon. There is a variety of accommodations in 25 rooms from the adobe lodge to rooms with private hot tubs and condominiums. Additional amenities include a full service Spa, Yoga Room, Kiva Circular Conference Center, White Event Tent, Great Room, and Fitness Center. The Four Corners Restaurant and Skybar offers catering for up to 150 at the Chipeta. Event coordination available. Please call for wedding and honeymoon information.

Ouray County 4-H Event Center & Fairgroundsouraycountyeventvenues.com 970-626-3304 22739 Hwy 550, Ridgway

Situated against a spectacular moun-tain backdrop, the Ouray County 4-H Event Center has 5200 square feet of indoor event space and amazing views from the outdoor patios. It is a perfect place to have your wedding and recep-tion, meeting or conference, banquets or special event. Complete services for groups up to 320. Call for information or appointment.

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Sherbino Theater 970-318-0892 sherbinotheater.com 604 Clinton Street, Ridgway

Rent the Historic Sherbino Theater for your special event or party! With 100 years of throwing great parties under its belt, the Sherbino is THE place to gather with friends and have a great time. Our space is intimate, holding about 140 peo-ple standing or about 80 people seated. The space also includes a great little stage and access to a microphone, projector and big screen if needed.

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Top of the Pines is the premiere wedding site in Ouray County. Picture the view of the entire Mt. Sneffels range with a reflec-tion pond. This 175 acre private, wildlife preserve and group retreat is available May thru October. Rustic camping and outdoor recreational opportunities in this majestic, natural setting is perfect for groups, private and public. Perfect as an educational facil-ity for workshops, and youth environmental education. Great loca-tion for reunions as well.

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Willowcreek Floral specializes in weddings of all sizes. Casual, simple, elegant, tradi-tional, vintage, and contemporary are only a few of the styles of weddings that have made dreams come true. Assistance with design, wedding planning, floral, tuxes, lin-ens are some of the services provided. Visit our website or our wedding gallery in Ridg-way for more information.

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