San Luis Valley Voices

The 30th Annual Crestone Energy Fair is August 16-18, 2019 in Crestone Town Park, Little Pearl Park & Town Hall. Director Lisa Bodey, On-Site Producer Nick Nevares & Public Relations/Community Outreach Specialist Donovan Spitzman discuss sustainable living, restorative practices, earth ships, the activities planned for this exciting and educational weekend, their mission, future plans plus a lot more.

On August 6th we, the people of Monte Vista and beyond, will come together to celebrate National Night Out!! We invite you to join us at Chapman Park from 5pm-8pm. Come out to meet your neighbors, local law enforcement, emergency responders and more. Free food & games, something for all ages. Learn how to promote a safe place to work, play and live in our wonderful town. Monte Vista Police Chief John Rosecrans tells the who, what, why and the story behind National Night Out. We’ll see you there!

The San Luis Valley is fortunate to have three different and unique places to golf. Each has it's own special features and amenities. Young or old, experienced or just beginning, these courses have what you need. Featured in this joint venture podcast are Nick Owen (Rio Grande Club & Resort), Ingrid Watson (Monte Vista Golf Club) and Jon Atencio (Cattails Golf Course). They discuss their courses, what they offer, what they bring to each local community and what it's like to golf at altitude in this special area.

The 18th Annual Creede Rock & Mineral Show is Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 2nd, 3rd and 4th at the Underground Mining Museum. Over forty exhibitors will be showing and selling a fascinating array of gems, geodes, fossils, silver ore, turquoise nuggets, Australian opals, beads, jewelry, and stone carvings, plus all types of rock and mineral specimens from around the world. This event will intrigue viewers, buyers, collectors, and rock hounds of all ages. Jennifer Inge, owner of Rare Things Gallery and Kathleen Murphy, Executive Director of the Creede Visitors Center bring you all the details.

Come celebrate Independence Day in Creede this year. Everything from a parade, fireworks, vendors, live music and a dance to the Colorado State Mining Championships are all taking place on July 4th and 5th. Come enjoy the festivities this year, in Creede, Colorado.

The Annual Creede ChuteOut Rodeo Series brings the exciting sport of rodeo to Creede and adds to the many attractions that Mineral County has to offer. The Creede ChuteOut Rodeo is a fast-paced, high energy, and crowd-thrilling show. Listen as Jenny Inge and Kathleen Murphy discuss the Creede ChuteOut Rodeo and the 45th Anniversary plans for Jenny's Rare Things Gallery.

The Alamosa Live Music Association (known as ALMA) has their free Sunday's At Six concert series starting later this month. But, there's a whole lot more to what they do for musicians and people in the San Luis Valley. Learn all about ALMA from Manager Nancy Harris, Treasurer Amy Scavezze, and President Clay Roesle.

Another action packed weekend in Creede Colorado is coming up, June 8th and 9th. On Saturday, it’s the 3rd Annual Donkey Dash and on Sunday, they’re having a Gravity Derby for all age groups. It’s a great time to plan on traveling up the Silver Thread Scenic Byway and spending the weekend in Creede.

The Monte Vista Police Department K-9 Unit’s Funds purpose is to support the performance of the K-9 unit and maintain a high quality of life for it’s police service dogs. This special 2 part podcast features Margaret Hurd, Corina Settle and Pastor Bob Galey of Calvary Baptist Church, who are members of Back the Bark and Chief John Rosecrans' Advisory Board. As a bonus, hear from Corporal Heath Hart, handler of K-9 Jake. Learn about the purpose of Back the Bark, the special fundraiser event in South Fork, the K-9’s training and capabilities, plus so much more.

With decades of combined experience, Terri, Martha and Tara discuss some basics of Essential Oils. They share concepts and ideas such as ditching & switching, their favorites, LLP, and how these oils can help keep you at or above the wellness line, all in this new podcast series.