The historic Challenge Butter creamery building, located at 165 West Bridge Street in the heart of Hotchkiss, was given new life in 2006. The renovation that took nearly a year to complete became the impressive Creamery Art Center (CAC). Enter the custom made front doors and explore the open floor plan that allows visitors to witness the works of the North Fork Valley artists that display their beautiful creations there. Be sure to include a visit to the unusual one of a kind restrooms that have been lovingly crafted for your enjoyment....(more) Drawing by Erin Williams What do you get when you combine badminton, tennis, ping-pong, and a gregarious cocker spaniel? These are the original ingredients for the sport known as pickleball. The history of pickleball began with the familiar summer whine that often causes parents to take drastic measures. In the summer of 1965, the “I’m bored” mantra was chanted by the children of two families...(more) Crawford Country is the gateway to the North Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and the starting point for many of the adventures the park has to offer. The park is a family friendly amenity but it also offers recreational opportunities that could be classified as “NOT for the faint of heart”. Each year from mid April through early June and again mid September through early November the park...(more) |
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