Mountain Town West

Episode 9 – “Rocky – Celebrating 100 Years with the National Park Service”

 

“This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the National Park Service. Join us on a journey to the ‘Rooftop of the World’ as we celebrate the centennial of the National Park Service in the Wilderness, Wildlife, and Wonder of Rocky Mountain National Park, the 10th oldest park in the National Park System.”

This show is brought to you by all of the wonderful "Friends of Mountain Town West" – our Subscribers, Sponsors, and Faithful Supporters. Were it not for these Friends, there would be no one, and no way to tell the story.

Photo by Brett Wilson

Episode 8 - "Come Play in the Mountains - The Top Ten Things to Do in Estes Park"

In this episode you'll find a quick and helpful overview of all the best that Estes has to offer.

Sponsored in part by Colorado Life Magazine, Visit Estes Park and all the Friends of Mountain Town West.

Photo by Brett Wilson

Episode 7 - "Butch Cassidy in Estes Park?” (The Wild Bunch Photo at Real West Old Time Portraits)

This special episode of Mountain Town West is dedicated to the loving memory of Dave Logan, …one of Estes Park’s finest.

In this episode, Dave Logan, owner of Real West Old Time Portraits, and descendant of Harvey Logan, (one of the original members of “The Wild Bunch” with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid), tells the story of the famous "Wild Bunch" photo that hangs in his shop in Estes.

 Visit Real West Old Time Portraits in Estes Park, CO

Episode 6 - “Planning the Perfect Mountain Getaway (Part 2) – Where to Stay”

One of the many things that make Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes so special is the variety of options you have when planning your trip.

In this episode we speak with Brooke Burnham, Director of Marketing & Communications for Visit Estes Park, and give you mountains of helpful tips, hints, and straight-out advice on where to stay and how to book your reservations for staying in Estes Park.

 Sponsored in part by pet-friendly Mountain Shadows Resort, Castle Mountain Lodge, and by Visit Estes Park.

Photo by Brett Wilson

Episode 5 - "Two Rivers Run Through It"

One of the myriad things that make Estes Park such an awesome place is the fact that the middle of the village finds itself at the confluence of two beautiful rivers that flow out of Rocky Mountain National Park - Fall River from the northeast entrance of the Park, and the Big Thompson River, heading from the west where they converge along the Riverwalk, finding their way to Lake Estes...making this place a mountain angler's dream!

Today we explore the joy of fly fishing in Estes Park, Colorado.

Sponsored in part by Kirk's Fly Shop and by Estes Park Mountain Shop

Photo by Carl Heyerdahl

Episode 4 - "Lions, Coyotes and Bears, Oh My!"

Coyotes howling, beavers building, elk bugling, moose munching, bighorn sheep climbing, and eagles soaring, all in a pristine setting, with amazing views and a backdrop of the Rocky Mountains towering to 14,000 feet into the heavens! – No wonder Rocky Mountain National Park is one of America's favorite places to see wildlife and birds!

When you come to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park, you are sure to have a wild encounter – guaranteed! Even if it’s just with the Ravens in the McDonald’s parking lot.

Join us for a wonderful wildlife adventure in today's episode of Mountain Town West.

Sponsored in part by Colorado Life Magazine

 

 

 

 

 and The Evergreens on Fall River.

Hawk screech & elephant recorded by Mike Koenig. Attribution 3.0

Coyote photo by Josh Felise

Episode 3 - "Duck Race to the Stanley Film Festival" - (A Scary Quackin' Fun-Packed Weekend!) [Featuring an interview with Elijah Wood of "Lord of the Rings"]

Join us on a zany tour of Estes Park on one of the busiest days of spring in this mountain town village, where we cheer on the ducks racing down the Big Thompson River, and meet a hobbit at the Stanley Hotel! Well...sort of...)

Photo by Brett Wilson

Episode 2 - "Planning the Perfect Mountain Getaway (Part 1) - What to Pack"

Helpful information and insider tips on what to pack when planning your perfect mountain getaway to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Tip #1 - Above all else be sure to bring a grateful heart, a spirit of wonder and a good sense of humor.

Photo by Brett Wilson

 

Sponsored in part by Colorado Life Magazine and by Village Laundry of Estes Park

Listen to Episode 1 - "Welcome to Mountain Town West - Estes Park, Colorado"

Welcome to the pilot episode. Here we introduce you to Estes Park, Colorado – an insider’s overview for first-timers… Get an up close and personal look at all there is to do and experience in this magnificent mountain town, and be inspired to make it your next vacation destination!

Photo by Phil Tulin