My guest today is Gillian Butler. Gillian is the Program and Marketing Coordinator for the Grand Lake Creative District.
Gillian talks about how Grand Lake became a Colorado Creative District, some of the events they sponsor and so much more.

https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org

My guest today is Stephanie Conners. Stephanie shares the history of Troublesome Fest, a music festival fundraiser that started in 2020 after losing her home in the East Troublesome Fire. She and other locals lost who also lost their homes in the fire wanted to give back to the community. The group started a nonprofit organization called Fire on the Mountain Incorporated and has raised thousands of dollars in the first two years to support wildfire recovery, education, and mitigation projects.

My guest today is Samantha Missey. Samantha is the marketing, programs, and education manager for the Grand County Historical Association.

Samantha shares information on the Jail and Bail event they are hosting Saturday, August 26th. This event is a fundraising event GCHA will be rounding up "criminals" who have committed a variety of "crimes" to be held for bail in Grand County's Original jailhouse. To free these criminals, the community will donate toward their bail. Each of the criminal's bail set is at $2,000.

For more information:
https://grandcountyhistory.org/events/jail-and-bail/

My guest today is Jennifer Mace. Jennifer is the Communication Manager for the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater in Grand Lake.

We talk about this year's productions, the history of the theatre, and so much more.

For more information:
https://www.rockymountainrep.com

Grand County history lover Dede Fay joins me today to share some fun and exciting Grand Lake stories, such as the Grand Lake Yacht Club, the town's history, and so much more.
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 Sheriff  Brett Schroetlin  joins me today to talk about water safety in Grand County.

For more information:
https://visitgrandcounty.com/pressroom/sheriffs-office-cautions-public-about-water-risks

Katie Hearsum joins me today to discuss the Continental Divide Trail and Grand Lake, a CDT Gateway Community.

Katie is the Community Engagement Manager for the Town of Grand Lake and is always looking for volunteers to help hikers visiting Grand Lake.

Contact Information: [email protected]

For More Information about the Continental Divide Trail and Grand Lake:
https://continentaldividetrail.org/communities/grand-lake/
https://gograndlake.com
https://www.townofgrandlake.com

My guest today is Polly Gallagher, the Grand Country Library District Executive Director.
We discuss the the programs offered through the Grand County Libraries, such as hikes, author talks, crafts nights, and the summer reading program. 
For more information:
www.gcld.org

Wildlife biologist Doreen Sumerlin shares her knowledge of the return of her favorite bird - the osprey.
We learn about their fishing habits, the size of the nests and what makes them her favorite bird.