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Gunnison Crested Butte Fall Calendar 2023

Gunnison Crested Butte Fall Calendar 2023

Each September, the Gunnison Valley is transformed into a sea of shimmering colors. Home to one of Colorado’s most scenic fall drives, Kebler Pass boasts one of the largest aspen groves in North America. A must see! Combining these magnificent colorful drives with a full slate of fall events makes Gunnison and Crested Butte the …

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Taylor Canyon Fire Station First Anniversary

Taylor Canyon Fire Station Celebrates First Anniversary in Style

The first anniversary of the Taylor Canyon Fire Station was recognized with an All American Celebration on July 3 from 12-4 p.m. More than 325 people were in attendance to recognize the contributions of the station’s volunteer firefighters and to enjoy savory barbecue and side dishes by 5B’s Barbecue, Third Bowl ice cream served by …

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Gunnison & Crested Butte Summer Events Calendar 2023

Summertime in the Gunnison-Crested Butte Valley is action-packed with all sorts of events, world-renowned wildflowers, and an ideal climate to enjoy it all. We’ve highlighted a few of our favorites with links to detailed information. Gunnison-Crested Butte Summer Events Calendar 2023 Crested Butte Farmers Market & Art Market, Sundays now through Oct. 8 Gunnison Farmers …

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Mountain Living Magazine Features Wilder Home

In the latest issue of Mountain Living Magazine, author Mindy Pantiel reveals how CCY Architects found inspiration in the local vernacular for this unparalleled home at Wilder on the Taylor. Colorado Home is Perfectly Sited to Capture Mountain Overlook Views With their Colorado home perfectly sited to capture views to the Taylor River and a …

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Taylor River Gold Medal Status

Taylor & Gunnison Rivers Earn Gold Medal Status

Years of consideration and conservation work has led to a long-awaited designation for two pristine rivers in Colorado. On Jan. 18, 2023, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Commission announced the Gunnison and Taylor rivers as the newest Gold Medal trout fisheries in the state. The stretches nominated and approved include 20 miles of the …

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Crested Butte Holiday Fireworks

Gunnison & Crested Butte Holiday Checklist | Events & Activities

The Gunnison-Crested Butte Valley truly shines during the holidays with all sorts of events, snow-dappled forests, and downtowns and a ski area decked out for the season. We’ve highlighted a few of our favorites and provided links to more detailed information. Memories await! Dec. 12, 21, 26, A Black & White Christmas (5 classic black-and-white …

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Sense of Community Alive & Well at Wilder

As Wilder on the Taylor adds more homeowners to the mix, fostering a sense of community among ranch neighbors is a top priority. In addition to impromptu meetups around the Base Camp after a day enjoying the outdoors on property or exploring around the Gunnison-Crested Butte Valley, there were several summer events for Wilder residents …

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Wilder Born Steer at Gunnison Cattlemen’s Days

Meet Josh Brockschmidt and his Wilder born steer, Russell, at the Cattlemen’s Days this weekend! Josh recently graduated from Gunnison High School and is currently in his second summer working alongside Wilder’s ranch manager, Don Sabrowski. He is in his eighth year as a member of Shelley Sabrowski’s 4-H Club, Young Guns. Last fall, Josh …

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Taylor Canyon Fire Station Grand Opening

Taylor Canyon Fire Station Celebrates Grand Opening

July 3rd event recognizes grassroots effort with a barbecue, raffle and auction Independence Day weekend was the ideal opportunity to recognize the grassroots effort that made building the Taylor Canyon Fire Station a reality in only 15 months. Residents and businesses located in the Taylor Canyon, Spring Creek and Crystal Creek areas, along with representatives …

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Taylor Canyon Fire Station Grand Opening Celebration

Construction of the Taylor Canyon Fire Station has been completed and the facility is up and running thanks to a grassroots effort to raise funds, the partnership of various local entities, the hard work of local contractors, and the commitment of several individuals who are serving as volunteer firefighters. Construction of the 3,000 square-foot, three-bay …

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