River Runners CFS Report for Monday, July 1
The Arkansas River is down some, but be prepared for high flows and awesome whitewater today. Current Flow Rates: Pine Creek / Numbers: 2360 Cubic Feet Per Second (CFS) Browns Canyon: 2630 CFS Royal Gorge: 2890 CFS Riverside Grill Hours: Open daily from 11am to 8pm...
Aurora defends plans to export Ark Basin water
Multiple officials with the City of Aurora, the third-largest municipal water provider in Colorado, attended the June board meeting of the Upper Arkansas Water Conservancy District in Salida to discuss their recent purchase of water rights in the Arkansas River Basin....
River Runners CFS Report for June 30th
This is Travis at River Runners with your CFS report for Sunday, June 30. The Arkansas River is down some. Be prepared for high flows and epic whitewater today. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 2400 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is 2760 CFS And the...
Weekend Events: Friday Concerts, Business Networking, and Chalk Festival
Friday, June 28 Friday at the Farm Concert: Performer: BAD PENNY - Gene Farrar and Oren Dreeben Time: 6pm - 8pm Location: Turner Farm, Buena Vista Admission: By donation Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours: Time: 5pm - 7pm Location: Mountain...
After two years in the shelter’s care and several months in a wonderful foster home, King has been adopted!
His foster mom decided to make it official and adopt King. This is the happiest news we could share. We couldn’t ask for a better ending to King’s journey as he now gets to spend the rest of his years in a home he truly loves.” This post has received over 305 likes...
U.S. Forest Service Reminds Campers of Fire Safety Rules Ahead of Busy Weekend
As we head into a busy camping weekend, the U.S. Forest Service is emphasizing the importance of fire safety to all visitors. With increased outdoor activities, it’s crucial to adhere to fire regulations to ensure the safety of our natural resources and fellow...
Area Communities Gear Up for Exciting July 4th Celebrations – Buena Vista, Salida, Poncha Springs, Leadville, Fairplay, Howard
Get ready for a fun-filled Independence Day across various towns! Here are the activities you can look forward to: Poncha Springs Parade: Starts at 10am. Sign up your entry at Poncha Springs Colorado. Chipeta Park Activities: From 11am to 2pm, enjoy strider bike...
Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce “Business After Hours” Event Tonight
Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce "Business After Hours" event, hosted at the Mountain Mail office, located at 125 East 2nd Street in Salida. The event will run from 5pm to 7pm. Admission is $10 and includes appetizers and two drink tickets. This is a fantastic...
Today is the Deadline for Hunters to Apply for Colorado’s Secondary Draw
Hunters, don't miss your chance! Today is the final day to apply for Colorado Parks and Wildlife's secondary draw. This draw offers elk, deer, pronghorn, and bear licenses that were not issued in the primary draw. Unlike the old leftover draw, which was limited to...
Oak Ridge Fire Update: Over 1,000 Acres Burned, No Containment
The Oak Ridge Fire, currently burning near Beulah on the Custer/Pueblo County line, has expanded to 1,171 acres with no containment reported. Evacuation Orders: The Middle Creek Road area remains under a mandatory evacuation order. Fire Origin: The fire began last...
River Runners CFS Report for Friday, June 28
The Arkansas River is up again. Be prepared for high flows and epic whitewater today. Current Flow Rates: Pine Creek / Numbers: 2640 Cubic Feet Per Second Browns Canyon: 3030 CFS Royal Gorge: 2980 CFS Riverside Grill Hours: Open daily from 11am to 8pm Upcoming Events:...
Join Chaffee Rec Adopters for a Dispersed Campsite Cleanup in the Marshall Pass Area
The Chaffee Rec Adopters are organizing a dispersed campsite cleanup tomorrow from 9am to 12noon in the Marshall Pass area. Volunteers will assist in taking down fire rings and removing ash piles to help maintain and preserve the natural beauty of the area. Event...
