Animal Tales from Steamboat - Routt County run-ins of the four legged kind

Photography by Thomas D. Mangelsen     Maybe it’s the moon. Or global warming. Or some whacko alignment of the stars out of a Stephen King novel. Whatever the reason, it seems that lately there have been more wild and wooly animal tales from Steamboat than ever. You hear about them in bars, on chairlifts, and even at the local shrink’s office. They involve mountain lions, bears, moose, elk and other furry creatures, and start with the snap of a twig or scuffle in the bushes ... Full Article

River Restoration in Routt County
by Kent Ventrees

  Range of Projects turn Yampa, Elk rivers into world-class water     The next time you float or fish the Yampa River, or bike or walk next to it, take a closer look. What do you see? Apart from water and rocks, you’ll find mature stands of cottonwood and willow and a variety of birds and fish thriving in the river’s natural habitat. You’ll see plenty of people enjoying it also – on some days, approaching the number of powderhounds lapping Storm Peak ... Full Article

Where to Wed in the Yampa Valley
by Stacey Kramer

  Routt County Romance    Much like real estate, the perfect wedding often boils down to three little words: location, location, location.     So wipe off those sweaty palms, get a net for your stomach butterflies and dance the jitters away as you say “I do” to an awesome wedding location in Steamboat’s back yard.     A wedding ceremony and reception are expressions of who you are as a couple. As you consecrate your love and commitment surrounded by loved ones, you should share ... Full Article