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Staycations in the Roaring Fork Valley

Summer is officially here in the Roaring Fork Valley! Instead of planning a vacation, consider a staycation. The Property Shop shares staycation ideas for families, couples, and everyone. We feel so fortunate to live in such an engaging community surrounded by nature. Setting aside time in the form of a staycation to enjoy our own local area is a great way to reconnect and relax.

For Families

Day 1: Head up the Crystal River Valley for the day. Start by visiting Marble, Colorado. Stop by Beaver Lake to enjoy fishing (don’t forget to get a fishing permit) or watersports. Beaver Lake is great for stand up paddle boarding. If your vehicle permits (4×4 only) visit Crystal Mill in Marble. After all of the adventure, be sure to enjoy Slow Groovin in Marble for lunch or dinner. On your way home, stop by the Redstone General Store for an ice cream cone. The kids can get out the last of their energy at the Redstone park across from the General Store.

Day 2: Turn your sights on a family day in Snowmass, Colorado. The summer experience on Snowmass is a family must-do. Explore The Lost Forest, go for a hike, and enjoy lunch at Elk Camp. After lunch, jump on the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster. Still in need of a little adventure? Swing by the Snowmass Recreation Center and enjoy the saltwater pools and waterslide.

Day 3: Explore Independence Pass today. The Lost Man trail near the top of Independence Pass is a scenic trail that’s perfect for all ages of children. It is an 8.7-mile loop which may be more than ideal for a family hike, but you can explore it as an out and back to accommodate any distance. There are two trailheads — the trailhead that is higher in elevation near the top of the Pass is preferable for families due to the instant nature of the views. After a big hike, head to Aspen for a meal followed up by a well-deserved cookie from Paradise Bakery.

For Couples

Day 1: Start the day in Snowmass. Ride the Snowmass gondola and go for a scenic hike to the top of Elk Camp. You can ride the chairlift back down to the top of the gondola or descend on foot. Stop by the Elk Camp restaurant for lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the Snowmass Recreation Center pool.

Day 2: Get your bikes ready for a day on the Rio Grande Trail which goes from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. Jump on the trail at your nearest trailhead and decide which direction to ride. Plan to stop for lunch in a town along the way — Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Basalt, Woody Creek, or Aspen. After a day on bikes, check the local events schedule and find a fun evening event to attend. From music to theater, the Roaring Fork Valley communities have much to offer.

Day 3: Today is a day to relax. Start with breakfast at the Village Smithy in Carbondale, Rosi’s Little Bavarian Restaurant and Pastry Shop in Glenwood Springs, or Wienerstube in Willits. Consider booking a spa treatment at True Nature Healing Arts or visiting the hot springs at Avalanche Ranch.

For Everybody

Day 1: Start the day in Aspen. Start with a gondola ride and enjoy all that Aspen Mountain has to offer — hiking, lunch, disc golf, and kids play areas. Spend the afternoon exploring Aspen. Check the local events calendar for information on Aspen Music Festival events and more.

Day 2: Head to Glenwood Springs for a day of adventure — book a rafting trip. Check out the trips offered by Blue Sky Adventures or Glenwood Springs Rafting. Be sure to pack sunscreen, a snack, water, sun hat, and water shoes. After rafting, enjoy a downtown Glenwood Springs, Colorado restaurant. Rest up in the afternoon and then check out the local events calendar to pick out an evening activity. If you haven’t been to the Carbondale Rodeo yet, tonight is the time to go!

Day 3: Check out our Top 10 Hiking Trails in the Roaring Fork Valley post.
Pick a trail you haven’t explored before. Grab a picnic lunch and hit the trail. Relax at home in the late afternoon and then head to your favorite local restaurant for dinner.

Happy Summer! We hope you can enjoy a staycation in Glenwood Springs and the surrounding Roaring Fork Valley.

2019 Paint Colors of the Year

Every year, major paint manufacturers, including Pantone, Sherwin-Williams, and Behr, select a color of the year. The decision is based in part on current trends in home design as well as predictions for the future. In addition to the main color, the brands also create full-color palettes with complementary colors to make it easy for you to incorporate the color of the year in your own home. Here’s a look at the colors of the year for 2019.

Pantone: Living Coral

Pantone’s color of the year is arguably the most publicized of the three, so you may have already seen or heard about Living Coral. This delicious hue is a vibrant combination of pink and orange that looks like it came straight out of a tropical reef. Double down on the tropical theme by adding rich blues, greens and yellows from the Under the Sea color palette, or create a warm, soft glow with other shades of pink and orange, as in the Sympatico theme. The Shimmering Sunset palette is similar, evoking the changing sky as the sun goes down. It brings in a bit of purple, in addition to the pink and orange hues.

If you want Living Coral to really stand out, keep the other colors in your palette soft and simple, like those in the Focal Point group. Shades of gray and taupe are great for creating a neutral background so that the coral tone can truly shine. If neutral isn’t really your style, go bold with the Trippy color palette. This fun color combination is bright and vibrant, and the hues included in it are sure to bring a smile to your face throughout the day.

Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay

For 2019, Sherwin-Williams selected Cavern Clay as its color of the year. It is a rich adobe tone that gives a nod to the beautiful desert landscapes of the American Southwest. Because it is a natural color, it creates the effect of bringing the outdoors into your home. Be sure to add plants (real or artificial) and other natural elements to enhance the outdoorsy feel.

Rather than creating full-color palettes, Sherwin-Williams offers color pairings for its color of the year. Try matching it with Origami White for a fresh, simple look that makes the color pop, or pair it with Moth Wing or Dark Clove for an understated, yet sophisticated, aesthetic. If natural colors give you 70s vibes, try adding Distance, a dusty blue, or Haven, an avocado green, to capture the mood of that era while still keeping the overall look fresh and modern.

Behr: Blueprint

The Behr brand chose Blueprint as its color of the year. As you might have already guessed from the name, this tone is reminiscent of architectural blueprints. Although it is a deep, moody shade on its own, you can brighten it up with lighter hues around it. You can also keep the look rich and sumptuous with other bold shades.

The Monochromatic color palette brings in lighter and darker shades of blue, creating a cohesive look. If you prefer to keep the look a bit lighter, try the Pastels palette. The other colors in the group are pale and delicate, making this a versatile option for just about any room in your home. The Earth Tones set brings in shades of gray and rust to balance the blue and make it pop. Finally, the Jewel Tones palette gives a rich, sophisticated appearance that is bold and powerful.

Choosing Your Colors

Any one of these color palettes can transform your home, and you can adjust and modify any of them to suit your personal style and taste. Of course, you shouldn’t feel locked into a particular color palette simply because a paint brand recommended it. When it comes to home design, the final decision is always up to you. After all, you are the one who will be living in the home, so you want to ensure you are completely happy with the results.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different color combinations to find something that speaks to your preferences. Trust your instincts, and you should have no trouble incorporating one of these colors of the year in your home. Fresh paint is a great way to freshen your home before putting it on the market.

We’re here to help! Contact The Property Shop and we’d be delighted to talk more real estate in Glenwood Springs and beyond.

6 Housing Improvements That Pay Off – Tips from The Property Shop

When you’re ready to remodel your home in Glenwood Springs and the Roaring Fork Valley, you have a lot of options for improvements. But which ones are most likely to pay off when it’s time to sell your home? Not all home improvements are attractive to buyers. Take a look at 6 housing improvements that pay off in the long run (and two that don’t!).

1. Manufactured Stone Veneer

Perhaps surprisingly, improvements to your home’s curb appeal often pay off best at sale time. Heading the list: Manufactured stone veneer added as a facade to your home, which has a 97 percent payback value when adding to your home’s resale value.

2. Kitchen Remodel

If you have a larger home, choose high-end granite counters and stainless-steel appliances to appeal to buyers. Don’t waste your money on expensive appliances if your home is tiny, though, as you won’t reap the payoff, which can be up to 83 percent of your cost. But even cosmetic updates can make a difference in a smaller home.

3. Bathroom Remodel

The key to a successful bathroom remodel, one that returns up to 78 percent of your investment, is to stick to the classic and avoid trendy or bold styles. Your bathroom isn’t the place to spend a lot on fancy fixtures or appliances — keep your choices simple to appeal to the largest number of buyers.

4. Landscaping

It’s back to curb appeal again as you focus on landscaping. Spend the money on the big investments like full-grown trees, especially in the front yard, where potential buyers can fall in love the second they see your home. Opt for greenery that grows fast (say, a Colorado blue spruce). If you’re on a budget, even planting bright flowers can make a real difference in how buyers perceive your home.

5. New Garage Door

If your garage faces the street (as most do), your new garage door will also boost curb appeal, and you can expect to recoup up to 98 percent of your costs at sale time. Go for an upscale, well-insulated garage door made of steel or aluminum — or, if the look a wood garage door is important to you, check out the fiberglass and wood composites that look like wood but are more durable.

6. A New Deck

Again, your focus on the outside of your home is most likely to pay off. And unlike your garage door, when you install a new deck, you want to focus on wood, which results in a recoupment of about 82 percent, far higher than composite decks. In general, aim for a deck of 16 x 20 feet, and don’t forget to add railings for safety, functionality and attractiveness.

And Two Housing Improvements That Don’t Pay Off

New wallpaper: You may love your wallpaper, the way it makes you feel when you enter a room, the way it complements your furniture so perfectly. But unless you’re selling the furniture with your home, the chances that your buyer will like it are minimal. And no one wants to peel wallpaper before they move in. Do yourself a favor, and replace the wallpaper with paint.

A sunroom: Sunrooms are notorious for not earning back their expense at the time of sale. Turn that unused space into a wooden deck instead.

When you’re ready to put your Roaring Fork Valley home on the market, our team would welcome the opportunity to work together. Contact us today.

Spring Home Tips for Outside

Spring has officially arrived in Glenwood Springs and the surrounding Roaring Fork Valley! The days are longer and we are starting to see the first flowers bloom. It was a great ski season for Aspen Snowmass and Sunlight Mountain and celebrations abound with annual closing day events throughout April. As you continue to enjoy the last turns of the ski and snowboard season, it is also time to start getting your home ready for the summer season.

Here is The Property Shop’s spring home checklist for outside:

Inspect Your Roof – It was a big winter in Colorado with more snow than average. As the snow melts, take the time to inspect your roof. Your roof is the first line of defense for your home. Ensure you don’t have roof damage and go into the summer season with peace of mind.
Irrigation Systems – Fire up your irrigation system. First, turn on the water. Then, verify the settings for each zone and check each station of the zones. Learn more about spring startup of your irrigation system.
Flowers – Prepare your garden for summer. Getting your garden ready is a project in and off itself. Check out these tips for an extensive guide to spring garden preparations. In the short term, enjoy spring color by getting your planters in order for immediate joy.
Clean Your Gutters – Direct spring rains away from your home with clean gutters. We recommend this project twice a year. It is especially important if you didn’t clean your gutters before winter as fall leaves likely have accumulated.
Repair & Clean Window Screens – Inside/outside living is upon us! Enjoy the fresh spring air while opening the doors and windows to your home. Take the time to repair and clean your window screens. This will ensure you keep the pesky mosquitoes out when summer arrives. Don’t forget to wash the windows inside and out too.
Pressure Wash Decks, Driveways & Fences – Clean these surfaces and enjoy the aesthetics of a sparkling exterior while also maintaining their longevity. If you don’t have a pressure washer, consider renting one.
Prepare Your Lawn Mower – It’s time to dust off your lawn mower and make it more accessible in your garage. Change the oil and sharpen the blade.
Local Spring Clean – Check out the Glenwood Springs community page for the schedule and map for your pick-up zone.

Our team is enjoying the change of season and looking forward to summer. Please contact us if you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Glenwood Springs or the surrounding area. We’d welcome the opportunity to share our local knowledge.

Tips From The Property Shop for Listing Your House

Spring is a time for new beginnings, and you may find yourself ready to exchange the home you’re in for something better suited to your lifestyle and needs. If you’re considering putting your house on the market, or if you’ve already done so, here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your listing in the Roaring Fork Valley.

1. Fix the Little Things

Before you put your house on the market, take the time to walk through it to see if there are any areas that need improvement. Minor issues such as loose electrical sockets and leaky faucets can make a home feel dated and in need of too much work. Now is the time to attend to any small repairs, replace light bulbs and check the batteries in smoke alarms.

2. Consider Curb Appeal

Potential buyers often drive by a home that’s on the market before making an appointment to see it. This means the outside of your home is the first thing they will see. Pay particular attention to the side of your home that faces the street, taking the time to clear away any junk or overgrowth. Consider giving the front door a new coat of paint or adding some potted flowers for a splash of color.

3. Depersonalize

Buyers need to imagine themselves and their belongings in a house before they’re willing to make an offer, but that can be difficult for them to do if your things are in the way. This is an excellent time to purge unwanted belongings or pack some away in storage. Remove anything too personal, such as family photos or memorabilia, to give potential buyers a blank canvas to envision their lives.

4. Deep Clean

Nothing gives a house an instant face-lift like a thorough cleaning, so spend some time on this. Shampoo carpets, repaint dingy walls and scrub every surface. Pay particular attention to high-use features such as doorknobs and light switches, which collect grime over time. Clean windows to allow more natural light to filter through, and remember to wash or replace old curtains or blinds.

5. Price It Right

To determine your asking price, take some time to look at comparable homes that have recently sold or are currently on the market in your area. Pricing your house too low may move it quickly but will reduce your payback. An inflated price can leave your home sitting on the market without serious buyer interest. Also consider the current market and how it relates to your own needs. If sales have slowed but you need to sell quickly, you may find it worthwhile to set your asking price below the home’s current value. If it’s a seller’s market, however, you may be able to increase the asking price without penalty. This is where The Property Shop comes in. We offer integrated sales and marketing strategies to help you get the best possible price in the shortest amount of time.

6. Consider Hiring Professionals

While a seller can handle most everything necessary to list a house, hiring a real estate professional can save you time and headaches, help you navigate the sales process, and advise you on ways to get the most value from your home. Professional cleaners have the equipment and knowledge to remove stubborn stains and ensure nothing gets missed, and a staging company can enhance your decor and highlight your home’s best features. For more flattering listing photos, consider hiring a professional photographer who knows how to make real estate look its best. A little up-front investment can mean a faster, smoother sale and additional money in your pocket.

Best wishes as you continue to explore listing your home in Glenwood Springs and beyond. We’re here to help. Meet the girls and contact us to learn more.

New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home from The Property Shop

It’s a new year and a great time to set resolutions from your home in 2019. We are excited to share our 7 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home.

1. Get Organized

Winter is our favorite time of year to get organized. It is time to declutter and create more space to enjoy in your home. Take a systematic approach to getting organized this year so that it isn’t overwhelming. Go room by room. You can then enjoy each space after its been cleaned out and is living at its best. Before you go shopping for more containers, shelves and storage, first clean out and assess your needs. Pass along anything you don’t need anymore to charity. Need more inspiration? Check out Roaring Fork Valley local Evan Zislis and get inspired to get organized.

2. Lose Weight

Reduce the carbon footprint of your home in 2019. The Community Office for Resource Efficiency is your resource for saving energy. From rebates and grants to home energy assessments and do-it-yourself tips, CORE has you covered.

Start with an easy one – consuming less water. Did you know the average home consumes 400 gallons of water a day? Simple changes like low-flow shower heads go a long way towards conserving water. As does changing your consumption pattern such as taking a bath instead of a long shower to warm up on a cold winter day.

3. Learn a New Skill

Your home is a great place to learn new skills. Continuing education builds confidence, inspires and is great for your overall well being. Perhaps you don’t consider yourself handy around the house. In 2019, learn a new skill. Ask your neighbor to teach you how to mow the lawn. Turn to YouTube to learn how to clean the gutters or fix the sink. You’ll feel a great sense of accomplishment and you’ll save money.

4. Volunteer in Your Community

We live here, we give here. It’s one of our core values at The Property Shop. Volunteering in your community is a great way to give back and is part of our New Year’s Resolutions. Get involved in the Roaring Fork Community. Volunteer for a local non profit, help in the community garden. Or, simply take a walk around your neighborhood and pick up any trash you see.

5. Get Stronger

Did you know that an hour of mowing the lawn burns 300 calories? Or an hour of gardening burns 200 calories? Sometimes it is hard to fit in exercise during a busy work week alongside the to-dos of homeownership. The good news is that basic home maintenance such as lawn mowing, gardening, building a fence, and cleaning the gutters all help you maintain and build fitness.

6. Quit Smoking

Improve the air quality in your home. Your home contains dust, mold spores, pollen, and viruses. Yikes! In winter, this can be worse because our doors and windows remain closed. Start improving your indoor air quality by replacing your furnace filters and having your HVAC system regularly maintained. Use low-VOC paints and cleaning products that are good for the environment and good for you. We are also lucky in Colorado to have the occasional warm winter day. Crack a window when the temperatures allow and enjoy a bit of fresh air in your home.

7. Stay on a Budget

Most homeowners are reactive when it comes to budgeting for their home. They pay for services and parts when something breaks. Instead, create a 2019 home maintenance budget. U.S. Census Bureau notes that average annual maintenance and home improvement expenditures are $3,300 for every home. Review your receipts from 2018 and forecast your home maintenance and improvement budget for 2019.

Happy New Year! These are resolutions we can all keep to make ourselves and our homes healthier and happier. Make sure and call The Property Shop for all our real estate needs in 2019.

Family Holiday Traditions from The Property Shop

The holidays are here! Our team is exceptionally grateful to our customers and community for a wonderful 2018! As we reflect on our gratitude at year end and get ready to celebrate the holidays with family and friends, we asked our team to share their favorite holiday traditions. Enjoy!

Kathy – My Mom always made oyster and sliced chestnut stuffing. Her generation loved it and thought it exotic. The X’ers and Millenniums think we’re crazy! So now we make doctored up Stove Top Stuffing! My Dad would make oyster stew on Christmas Eve. Basically a rue, milk, and oysters! My Nana made “Tom & Jerry’s and would only use brown farm eggs. Rum & brandy are added and it’s served hot. My cousins still carry on this tradition using the original Tom & Jerry punch bowl and cups.

Wendy – In the Harrison family, we made traditional family cookie recipes, like scotch shortbreads, fruit tarts, and pecan butter cookies. Christmas Eve, the kids were given 1 gift to open, it was new PJ’s, which they still looked forward to way after they were grown up 🙂

Haddie – Growing up, and still to this day, Christmas is not Christmas without lasagna. In my Italian family, we have never had a Christmas without lasagna, garlic bread, and salad. The smell of homemade sauce simmering in the big pot on the stove all day makes you so hungry! By the time the lasagna is assembled and cooked, you are ready to eat! Sitting around the big table, surrounded by family and friends, and sharing a delicious meal is my family’s Christmas tradition.

Amy – One of my favorite things about the holidays is our Christmas book tradition. We have a collection of Christmas books that we have collected over the years and each year, at the end of November, I wrap each of the books and put them all under the tree. Each day in December, each of the kids gets to unwrap a book. Even though we have seen all of the books before, the process is fun and exciting because everyone has family and personal favorites that they can’t wait to open and read again. The messages and illustrations in some of these books are so powerful and special. Every year, I purchase a new book for each of the kids and put their school picture in the front and list some of their interests for the year and the books are added to the collection. It is so much fun and special in so many ways. Once the kids are grown, they will have their very own collection of books to carry on the family tradition.

Laura – We celebrate the holidays by making the favorite cakes, cookies, candies, tamales, and posole that we both grew up with from our grandmothers. We also attend Christmas Eve services with family, this is truly a special time together and is the reason for the season.

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From our family to yours, happy holidays! We wish you a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year! If you are in the mountains, here’s to also celebrating snow and the outdoors. Best wishes from The Property Shop!

Turkey Time Tips From Your Friends At The Property Shop

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. The Team at The Property Shop is feeling thankful for our wonderful customers and our community. As we get ready for the holiday, we would like to share a few turkey time tips.

How to Prepare a Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey

Step 1: Select the right size turkey for your guests. We recommend selecting the higher weight for each group size below to allow for plenty of leftovers.

Adults to Server // Pounds
2-4 adults // 8-12 lbs
5-7 adults // 12-16 lbs
8-10 adults // 16-20 lbs
11-13 // 20-24 lbs

Step 2: Thawing Time. If you purchase a frozen turkey, refrigerating it is the safest method for thawing.

Turkey Size in Pounds // Thawing Time
8-12 lbs // 1-2 days
12-16 lbs // 2-3 days
16-20 lbs // 3-4 days
20-24 lbs // 4-5 days

Step 3: Roasting Times. The cooking times below are calculated based on an oven temperature of 350 degrees and assume that the turkey has been prepared without stuffing. The target temperature for turkey is 165 degrees.

Turkey Size in Pounds // Cooking Time
8-12 lbs // 2.75 – 4 hours
12-16 lbs // 4.25 – 5.25 hours
16-20 lbs // 5.5 – 6.5 hours
20-24 lbs // 7 – 8 hours

We asked our Team to share their favorite Thanksgiving tips.

– Start Early: Not just early in the morning, but start your Thanksgiving preparations the weekend before so that the day off is more relaxing and fun.
– Share Fun Facts: Have your guests guess how many pounds of cranberries are consumed on Thanksgiving (the answer is 770 million). How fast can a turkey fly? Up to 55 miles per hour!
– Serve Your Favorites: Choosing a menu can be overwhelming as it is common to worry about your guests’ preferences. This year, serve your favorites. It’s likely these dishes will be loved by all.
– Keep the Kids Busy: Plan ahead for the kids with a Thanksgiving art project. Just Google “Thanksgiving art projects for kids” for great ideas. Our favorite, cover the table in brown packing paper and have the kids decorate the table and write what they are thankful for.

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at The Property Shop!

Bundle Up Your Home for Winter

Winter is in the air in the Roaring Fork Valley with yellow leaves on the trees falling under the weight of fresh snow. The team at The Property Shop created our Fall Home Maintenance Checklist and are excited to share tips for getting ready for winter in Colorado.

Outside Maintenance

Start with the outdoor to-do’s as winter is quickly approaching. The maintenance items below ensure that your home will be winterized for the coming months and that when spring arrives, you’ll be ready to enjoy all it has to offer with fresh flowers and a green lawn.

Store hoses and turn off outdoor water
Drain and turn off sprinkler system
Clean out gutters
Trim trees and perennials
Plant spring bulbs before the first freeze.
Fertilize lawn

Inside Maintenance

Our inside maintenance to-do’s focus on safety, warmth and energy efficiency. And just like you need to rotate your car tires from time to time, did you know you need to do the same with ceiling fans? Jump on this list today and be ready for winter.

Change and test batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Get your heating system serviced and change filters.
Reverse ceiling fans.
Seal any gaps around windows and doors with weatherstripping.
Inspect and clean out dryer vent.

Live. Work. Play. It’s our motto. Our tips for home maintenance take just a bit of work, and ensure you’ll get to enjoy playing this winter in Glenwood Spring and the Roaring Fork Valley.

Favorite Fall Activities in the Roaring Fork Valley

Looking for the best things to do for Fall in the Roaring Fork Valley? You’ve come to the right place! Here are the top 7 local picks for autumn activities!

Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze!

There’s nothing quite like traipsing about a pumpkin patch or a spooky journey through a corn maze to get you in the fall spirit! For the best local option, be sure to try out Studt’s Pumpkin Patch and New Castle Gardens Pumpkin Patch. Perfect for families with children!

Leaf Peeping

Are you the kind of person who likes to take in a breathtaking landscape, or enjoy the beauty of the outside world? Leaf peeping is the perfect choice for you! Leaf Peeping, also known as ‘Momijigari’ (lit. “Red Leaf Hunting”) in Japan, is the practice of taking your friends and family and heading out into the wilderness to observe the leaves changing color! The third and fourth weeks of September are considered the perfect time, when the vibrant yellows blend beautifully with the dark greens of the conifers and the reddish hue of the soil and maples. Higher elevation trees change earlier, so be sure to check out our top 10 hiking spots for the best locations to try this out!

High School Fall Sports

It’s a fall tradition! Support your local high schools and show school spirit by going to a game! It’s Friday under the lights for football for most high schools. Volleyball and soccer round out the fall sports players. Check with the high schools for game times and locations! Come cheer on your favorite team and enjoy the crisp fall air! The youngsters, 8—13 play on Saturdays starting at 10 AM. Bring a blanket to sit on and an umbrella for the sun! In Glenwood, October 22, 2018.

Ski Swaps

Looking to gear up for the winter season without breaking the bank, all while having a great community experience and making new friends or ski buddies? Come explore the great deals at the Aspen Ski Swap on October 13th, 9:30am-1:00pm at the Aspen Middle School. Whether you’re looking to offload old gear or pick up the latest and greatest in slope-surfing accessories, the Ski Swap is the best place for miles around! See you on the slopes – do your snow dance and hope for lots of the white stuff!

Celtic Fest & Oktoberfest

Start by celebrating the Irish by enjoying authentic beers and wines, Celtic dancing and music. Then switch gears the next day and celebrate the Germanic heritage of the Roaring Fork. Polka, beer, face painting, and Bavarian pastries await. Break out your lederhosen and get ready to try the Celtic Fest & Oktoberfest in Carbondale on October 12 and 13th, 2018! This event is a blast for all ages, with plenty of delicious fare and activities to keep you entertained well into the night!

Chili Cookoff

Does your secret family recipe impress your friends and guests with its deliciousness? Are you ready to reveal your talents to the wider community, and win glory? Do you think you have what it takes to become a Chili Champion? If so, Rifle’s 39th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Jalapeno Eating Contest on October 11th is the place for you! Come join in on a fantastic night of swapping and refining recipes, and eating the finest chili the valley has to offer. New this year, apple pie!

And Other Great Events!

Still looking for more fun fall activities. Check out the Carbondale Clay Center Throwdown Hoedown and Rally the Valley, both on September 22, 2018 And don’t miss the Western Adventure Weekend which takes place September 21st – 23rd in Rifle. Enjoy live music, a 5K adventure race and mountain biking.

We’re enjoying fall in the Roaring Fork Valley and are delighted to share some of our favorite activities and events with you. If you’d like to learn more about real estate in Glenwood Springs and the surrounding area, please contact us.