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Library director gets to know Hayden
It was a misdelivery of books to a library in a town of the same name that helped Ana Lash land her job as the new director of the Hayden Public Library.
Your pass to cross country skiing
The Steamboat Springs Nordic Council is intent on making the Yampa Valley a destination for cross-country skiing.
Hockey still puts the ice in Howelsen
Stop by the Howelsen Hill Ice Arena any day this winter and you will be exposed to the full spectrum of skating.
Hogan trail a real challenge
The experience of skiing the Hogan Park Trail has changed from the old days when skinny skiers on touring shoes pinned to wooden skis ventured out on the long ski from Rabbit Ears Pass to the base of the Steamboat Ski Area. The challenge in the late 1970s wasn't reaching the top of Storm Peak so much as it was linking a series of survival turns down the face of the mountain.
Explore the area with Yampatika
There is a very good reason why the trunks of aspen trees are white. And if you go for a Saturday snowshoe trip with Karen Vail, she will provide the answers to that riddle and many more.
Kidd's free clinic a Steamboat gem
There, surrounded by a mixture of adults, teens and children, stands Billy Kidd, one of America's first Olympic medalists in skiing.
Get yourself in gear
The best way to guarantee an enjoyable time at the Steamboat Ski Area is to be dressed right and outfitted with good equipment.
Monday medical: Diabetes can be managed
In 1984, a study called the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial was conducted throughout North America. The study was finished early because researchers found clear evidence that using "intensive management" to keep blood glucose levels as close to normal as possible, for as much of the time as possible, decreases the risk and slows the progression of diabetes complications.
News in Brief for Nov.1
Officers seek information about railroad damage The Routt County Sheriff's Office is seeking information about any vehicles seen driving on the railroad tracks near Routt County roads 14 and 35 early Saturday.
Miles of smiles for snowmobilers
The mountains around Meeker are perfect for snowmobiling.
Escape the snow in search of prehistoric life
When the snow becomes weary, head to Dinosaur National Monument for a refreshing change of pace.
In the center of it all
It's unlikely that Rudolph Kremmling foresaw the tourism potential of the area when he opened a trading post on the north side of Muddy Creek in 1884.
Unequaled scenery
Seven years later, Sandie Greenway still is in awe of the Elk River Valley.
Historic Howelsen Hill
Howelsen Hill is Steamboat Springs' most famous city park. It features the oldest continuously running ski area complete with ski jumps, a half pipe and terrain for every level of skier.
Steamboat offers deep powder
When people come to ski Steamboat Springs, they look forward to powder, trees, and world-class ski runs.
Grab your poles
The Stagecoach tailwaters on the Yampa River is one of the most popular places to fish in Routt County because of the number and size of the trout that can be caught there.
Solandt clinic in danger
From blood work and vaccinations to pediatric care and sports physicals, the Solandt Medical Clinic on Hospital Hill provides medical services to the Hayden community so that residents don't have to drive to Steamboat Springs or Craig for doctor appointments.
Teaching perfect turns
The road to becoming a ski or snowboard instructor for the Steamboat Ski Area can be a long one.
Snowshoeing is an activity for everyone
Pete Kopischke has a saying, "If you can walk, you can snowshoe." And there are few better ways to see the winter beauty of Northwest Colorado than atop a mountain covered in snow.
The Record for Nov.1
Saturday, Oct. 30 12:35 a.m. A fight was reported in the 600 block of Lincoln Avenue.
Thousands turn up downtown
Lincoln Avenue was a zoo Sunday night -- literally. Monkeys, bears and elephants, or children disguised as such things, were walking the streets with buckets and bags to fill with candy.
Ballot machine passes test
On Sunday afternoon, Buck Buckland and Diane Mitsh-Bush arrived at the Routt County Courthouse with a stack of ballots and a sense of duty. Although it took an hour and a half of hand counting ballots to test the accuracy of the voting machine, it was worth it, said Buckland, who observed the test as a representative of the Republican Party. Mitsh-Bush represented the Democrats.
Ski 'gang' defies its name
Skiers 50 and older looking for companionship on the slopes might stop scanning runs for likely ski partners and instead turn their sights to the Over the Hill Gang, a local group offering group skiing and other social opportunities.
Grab your swimsuit
The Steamboat Springs Health and Recreation Center offers a chance for skiers to relax after a day on the slopes.
A higher plane
The SoBe Terrain Park at the Steamboat Ski Area is the place to see skiers and snowboarders put on a show.
Old town tradition
In a city transformed over the decades by changing economies and rapid growth, one thing has remained constant -- Winter Carnival.
Take a turn on ice
The Howelsen Ice Arena offers a wide variety of ice skating programs for locals and tourists.
A winter oasis
Only the Steamboat Ski Area attracts more visitors in the winter than the Strawberry Park Hot Springs.
Skiing is kids' stuff
Younger visitors don't have to feel left out while mom and dad are flying through the powder.
History displayed at museum
A visitor to the Tread of Pioneers Museum will have to take no more than three steps through the museum's doors to learn of the role ranching has played in the history of Steamboat Springs.
Snowmobile club offers miles of riding
The Northwest Colorado Snowmobile Club maintains 105 miles of groomed trails in the Routt National Forest north of Craig and south into the Flat Tops.
Hunting doesn't stop in autumn
There are still winter hunting opportunities available in Northwest Colorado after the final rifle season in November.
Hayden full of winter fun
About 22 miles west of Steamboat's bustling resort atmosphere is the small community of Hayden, which offers numerous winter activities in quiet settings.
Sleighs and dinner
Horse-driven sleighs were the historical mode of winter travel in the Yampa Valley, allowing ranchers to feed cattle even in the deepest snow. But times have changed and some ranches now use tourism to supplement their agricultural endeavors. Sleighs now are loaded with aprÃs skiers instead of hay.
Meeker's Winter Games
Winter recreation opportunities abound in Rio Blanco County. From snowmobiles to snowshoes, visitors can get themselves hip deep in snow if they want to experience the outdoors in the wintertime.
Tom Ross: Election may make more history than we expect
Rudy Giuliani refuses to reveal Halloween costume of choice
You'll never guess who called to wish us a happy Halloween last night! Rudy Giuliani! Yeah, that Rudy Giuliani. My conversation with the former mayor of New York City was a little bit one-sided. I was trying to ask him if he was headed out to a costume party, but he ignored my questions and kept rambling on about the upcoming elections. Then, about 90 minutes later, I was stunned to receive a call from the president of the United States. I wanted to ask President Bush if he was tuned in to 60 Minutes, but I found I was utterly speechless.
