We sit down with Commissioner Ed Raegner to trace how a one-season trial in 1994 became a 30-year commitment to Grand County. We talk skiing, small business, water policy, and a town-by-town tour of what makes this place feel like home. • moving from Denver to Grand County in 1994 • early jobs at Silver Creek and a local real estate office • school board service leading to county commissioner • why water policy is complex at the Colorado River headwaters • favorite seasons, sports, and getti...

Sheriff Brett Schroetlin joins us to discuss essential summer safety tips for navigating Grand County during peak tourist season and wildfire conditions. We cover critical safety measures for outdoor recreation and emergency preparedness while exploring how visitors and locals alike can enjoy our beautiful mountain paradise responsibly. • Wildfire prevention remains crucial as June's rainfall created abundant vegetation that's now drying into potential fuel • Properly extinguishing campfires...

Catherine Ross, Executive Director for Winter Park- Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce, reveals their exciting new August event "Revel in the Park" that combines outdoor activities, free concerts, and ticketed music performances. The festival embodies their community spirit with a focus on welcoming visitors to play, stay, and feel like they belong. • Revel in the Park offers numerous free activities including yoga, Pilates, guided hikes, and bike rides • Free concerts Thursday and Frid...

Shadowcliff, a mountain lodge and retreat center in Grand Lake, Colorado, was built by 650 volunteers from 42 countries over 25 years and continues its mission of transformation through artist residencies, workshops, and community events. Alexander Thompson, grandson of the founders, shares the remarkable story of how his grandparents' vision expanded from a family cabin to creating a place where everyone could experience the magic of Grand Lake. • Founded in 1954 when a Kansas campus minist...

Rebecca Bierden shares how she and her husband Nathan left their medical careers, traveled the world for two years, then built Vicious Cycle Brewery in Fraser from the ground up. Their brewery name encourages people to break routine and try new things, reflecting their own life-changing journey from healthcare professionals to craft beer entrepreneurs. • Left established medical careers due to burnout after four years in the healthcare field • Sold everything they owned to travel the world f...

Step into the storied wilderness of Grand County, Colorado as Hayden Hughes, Ranch Manager at Arapaho Valley Ranch, reveals the remarkable journey of this mountain retreat. From its origins as a girls' camp in 1896 through its evolution into a beloved dude ranch, this 40-acre sanctuary nestled against national forest has welcomed generations of adventure-seekers and nature lovers. Our conversation peels back the layers of history as Hayden recounts how buildings from condemned ranches were s...

We explore how the Grand Lake Creative District serves as an umbrella organization for seven creative groups while developing major infrastructure projects including a $12 million creative workforce housing initiative and a new Creative Hub for expanded arts programming. • Grand Lake became one of Colorado's 30 certified creative districts in 2018, focusing on economic development and cultural vibrancy • The district provides financial backing, marketing support, and collaboration opportunit...

Lisa Baird takes us on a journey through her artistic experiences in Grand County. Her passion for art intertwined with the picturesque landscapes creates a unique perspective worth exploring. • Journey from tourist to full-time artist in Grand County • Preference for oil painting and its benefits • Insights on commissioned works, including Beaver’s Lodge • Importance of community and collaboration in the local art scene If you enjoyed this episode, check out Lisa's ...

Could the untold stories of local women reshape your understanding of history? Join us for a captivating conversation as Sam from the Grand County Historical Association shares her journey of uncovering the impactful narratives of women who have shaped Grand County. From Sophie Linkey supporting railroad workers in the 1800s to Laura Throckmorton inspiring both music and Olympic dreams, you'll gain insight into these remarkable lives and the indelible marks they've left on their communities.&...