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970-523-7642info@rmgcgj.com www.rmgcgj.com

Western Slopes newest, largest and most state-of-the-art facilities:

More than 43,000 sq ft. of amenities. Our new oxygen ventilation system assures you clean, fresh air flowing in and out.

Handgun BayAny pistol caliber and archery bay

Rifle/Tactical BayRifle caliber to .309 Winchester/Shotgun to 10 g

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Members lounge with 70 and 90 televisions, multiple seating areas, and fully appointed kitchen

Everything you need at our Pro Shop

- An incredible inventory of rifles, pistols, bows and all the necessary supplies to purchase or rent

- Our knowledgeable, educated team help guide you

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Publisher/Editor-In-ChiefKathleen M. Bush

THE WRITE ONESDave Buchanan, Marilyn Cox,

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THE PHOTO TAKERSBarton Glasser

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THE FRONT COVER(S)Top left front cover taken by Barton Glasser at this seasons fashion shoot. Wild Rose on Main Street supplied the fasterclothing of the shoot, in

which Halley Combs and Derek Wolf are wearing. The models are in the

health industry working with Hard Play and fill their time with hiking,

camping, sports and travel. The purple vehicle was kindly supplied

by Flower Motors.

The second front cover photo (4x4) was taken by Clay Greathouse on the trail Die Trying. The rigs and drivers

for that shoot are the owners of Rockworx and Alpine Off-Road. The

lead story begins on page 14.

A warm Western hello to you! Welcome to Montrose, Colorado, one of the friendliest, most genuine towns in the West. Montrose is unique in so many ways as its situated in the epicenter of a large variety of natural wondersthe Grand Mesa, Cimarron Mountains, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, not to mention stupendous wilder-

ness and recreation areas like Mt. Sneffels, Cerro Summit, Curecanti and Ridgway. With all the beauty surrounding the shopping, dining and activity mecca of Mon-trose, what really makes the town radiate is its people. They are who they are, and care not of pretensions, disingenuous preachings or keeping up with the Joneses overly much. They are straightforward, kosher people or, the real McCoys, if you will. This is the number one reason people have always been on the front covers of MontroseStyle Magazine over the last 18 years. Its the people who live here and make up the character of the town. Many of them are responsible for breathing life into this Maggie award-winning publication either via their advertisements or their talents. Many of the writers, illustrators, photographers and sales people, I have worked with or known since the inception of MontroseStyle Magazine. Some have taken little hiatuses, while a couple are newbies like Lean Bouma and Kristen Evensen. I have a sense, they too will be with MontroseStyle for years to come as they are dedicated to servicing the needs of our clients and readership with profes-sionalism. They, I believe, like the rest of the people involved are doing, what they were put on this earth to dowrite, photograph, sell, design and be part of the story-telling world, best known as the media.

As one publication folds into another, I hope you find this particular issue and enthralling as I think it is. Our stories on rock crawlers, the Gold Wing Riders, VFWs, Montrose Signs, Davis Service Center and so many more epitomize the themeThings That Go Zoomwhich might also be dubbed the Power Sports or Car Boys and Engines edition as we focus on those people whose lifestyles are centered around the behind the wheel life. As much as my heart pitters an extra patter knowing we brought a certain amount of sprightliness to some of Mon-troses car aficionados, I am most touched and thankful to the expert editorial contributorsa retired judge, Ph.Ds, a dentist, medical doctors, a pastor, and even a seasoned outdoorsman, who serves up a plenitude of fishing and rafting insights. For such educated and respected community members to write on the subjects theyve mastered and share them with the world via the pages of MontroseStyle, we are most graced; as their words add such relevance to this magazine and reflect the intelligence and sagaciousness of Montrose people. Plus, being armed with a bit more knowledge is always a good thing.

Because Im writing this note on the day Barbara Walters is retiring, I say too, Take time to enjoy the View....the many, many views whether on-road or off-road. Its time now to go zoooooooom, so go fast and in Gods speed.

Kathleen M. Bush

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nMontrose, Colorado Its all in the numbers as the saying goes and Montrose

is the number one destination for all the satellite

communities that surround herRidgway, Ouray,

Telluride, Delta, Olathe, Colona, Crested Butte and

Gunnison. Our town is the hub of the Southwest and

the epicenter of the Western Slope. It has big box

stores and an incredibly charming historic downtown.

Further and farther, Montrose is surrounded by 360

degrees of natural beauty. It rests in the valley of the

Uncompahgre Plateau and is flanked by the Black

Canyon of the Gunnison, Grand Mesa, the Cimarrons

and San Juan mountain ranges as well as the over-the-

top wonderlands of the Blue Mesa, Curecanti National

Recreational Area and the Ridgway State Park. At

5,806 feet above sea level and close to the Four

Corners, Montrose also boasts one of the best climates

in the West and has numerous waterways to enjoy.

Montrose is noted to be a hunters paradise as big

game thrives here like few other places in Colorado.

nAttractions Campgrounds (within 24 miles) 15 Disc Golf Courses 1 Eating Establishments (approx.) 44 Golf Courses 3 Hotels 17 Major Air Carriers 5 Mountain Bike Trails 7 Movie Theaters 3 Public Parks 23 RV Parks 7 Tennis Courts 8

nPublication/Information Lynx Media, LLC 236 S. Third Street, #310 Montrose, CO 81401 970-708-0869

nPopulation Characteristics Montrose County (2010 est.) 41,275 City of Montrose (2010 est.) 19,132 Population of Males (2010 est.) 48.1% Population of Females (2010 est.) 51.9% Average Household Size 2.43 Persons/Mile (2010 est.) 1,075

nTown Stats Summer Median Temperatures 88/49F/C Winter Median Temperatures 38/13F/C Days of Sunshine Per Year Almost 300 Average Annual Rain 9.2 Founded 1882 Elevation 5,806 Sales Tax: Retail 7.65% Restaurant 8.45% Hotel 8.55% Industry: Agriculture Tourism Service Manufacturing Colleges: Colorado Mesa University (Montrose Campus) CSU Extension Home Delta-Montrose Technical College

nPublic Transportation All Points Transit (970) 249-0128 Montrose Rides (970) 728-6668 Telluride Express (970) 728-6000

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81401(81402 & 81403)382837N 1075156W and is a total area of 11.5 square miles (30 km2)Average Family Income: $42,017/Year; Area Code 970; Time Zone MST

HistoryMontrose was formally incorporated in 1882 under the name Pomona,

which is Italian in origin. Pomona was a Roman goddess of fruit trees and

signified fertility. Originally the nomadic tribes of the Tabeguache and

Uncompahgre Utes followed game to the valley. In 1765, Don Juan Rivera,

then Francisco Dominquez and Silverstre de Escalante explored Montrose

region followed by trappers, traders and miners. Two-thirds of U.S.s

radium comes from Montroses west end. Farming and ranching eventually

became Montroses primarily economies.

Public LandsMontrose County is 2,247 square miles. The Bureau of Land Manage-

ment owns 992 square miles while the U.S. Forest Service, National Park

Service and Colorado Division of Wildlife own 523, 43 and 15 square

miles respectively. The highest point is 11,453 in elevation, while the

lowest is 4,700 feet above sea level. Montrose is the main thoroughfare

between Grand Junction and Ouray. Bald eagles are plentiful in Montrose

County, particularly along the Uncompahgre River, creeks and lakes. They

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ContentsLynx Media, LLC | MontroseStyle Magaz ine | MontroseStyle.Net | Spring/Summer 2014 | Photos By Barton Glasser, Clay Greathouse & Kristen Evensen

62-63DAVIS SERVICE CENTER

By Elaine Hale-Jones

Lincoln Davis is a power motor guy who owns

Davis Service Center. He lives what he loves and

gets a joy ride out of turning other people onto

power sports.

14-18DIE TRYING TRAIL CRAWLERS

By Liesl Greathouse

Americas most notorious, butt-kicking rock crawling

4x4 trails. RockWorx and Alpine Off-Road kill it!

THEME: Vroooom & Zooooom Issue

MONTROSE SIGNS & GRAPHICS ....... 32-33 GOLD WING ROAD RIDERS ................ 56-57 BLACK CANYON CAR CLUB ............... 58-59 CONNIE WILLIAMS APPLE SHED ........... 76THE POUR HOUSE ..................................... 78CINCO DE MAYO CAR SHOW ...................82COLORADO LUXURY RETREATS .............84

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Historic Downtown Fabula ...................................................... 20 Nina Suzannes Boutique ............................ 22 Tattered Rabbit .......................................... 22

FashionMontrose Style ....................... 24-27Uniquely Montrose ........................ 28-29Veterans of Foreign Wars ..................... 30Telluride Animal Fountain ................... 34Expert Advice Health & Well-Being ................... 40-53 Skin Care ................................................ 36 Self-Care ................................................. 38 Moving Forward ....................................... 40 Natural Dentistry ..................................... 42 Angels of Mercy & Dementia ..................... 44 Life Choices ............................................. 46

Activities, Maps & Clubs ................ 58-60 Fly Fishing & Rafting ............................... 48 Running & Riding Events .......................... 50 Rove the Highlands ................................... 52

Ultimate Sporting Spots ........................ 54-55

Rodeo Royalty ......................................... 60 The Business Sector ..................... 62-67 Lawyer Rick Wagner ................................. 64 Insurance & Finance, Cindy Watson ...... 66-67Heritage | History .............................. 68Beautiful Food & Drink .................. 70-79Transportation ............................... 80-83Home & Garden .......................... 84-100 Neighboring Towns .................................... 88

Savor The San Juans ................................... 90

Camelot Gardens Gardening Tips ............... 92

DMEA ...................................................... 94

The Glass Doctor ....................................... 96

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In January 2013, the Montrose City Council decided not

to renew the contract authorizing the Montrose Association of Commerce and Tourism to continue administering the Citys Retail Sales Enhancement (RSE) and Tourism Promo-tion (TP) funds. The deci-

sion called for a 90-day transitional period during which MACT would wind down and hand off RSE/TP efforts to the city. Consequently, the Office of Business and Tourism (OBT) was established in February 2013 under the citys organizational umbrella to oversee the two funds. The OBT answers directly to the city managers office. Additionally, its activities are guided by the Tourism Retail Advisory Committee, comprised of representative busi-ness members from the community that provide feedback as to budgets and program efficacy, voice the comments of their constituents, and offer input on new programs. Moreover, the OBT provides reports to council and com-munity groups while making plans and documents readily available online.

From its inception, the OBT has been sensitive to community needs and residents concerns. For example, before shouldering the RSE/TP programs, it sponsored a community-wide forum at the Montrose Pavilion Event Cen-ter to discuss features of the existing RSE/TP programs that were effective and what was needed to position Montrose as a vacation destination. As a result of this and many other meetings with concerned and interested indi-viduals, enthusiasts and community groups, I presented a document to the Montrose City Council on April 17, 2013 outlining a 21-month plan for the management of the two funds. The remainder of this letter highlights a few of the more notable promises from the document that have been delivered to the Montrose City Council and community.

The VisitMontrose.com website is brand new and with one goal in mindconvert interested potential visitors into coming to Montrose. The site portrays a fresh, clean, and elegant image and boasts breathtaking images and compelling detailed content. This visually appealing, easy-to-navigate, and content-rich tourism product supports the OBT strategy of positioning Montrose as a community with abundant outdoor recreational activities and natural beauty. A video library, planned for 2014, will help create a total visceral experience for the website guest. The OBT has also introduced an interactive and downloadable electronic adventure guide, so interested par-ties can immediately avail themselves of the information they need to plan their vacation.

After much deliberation and thought, the downtown visitor center found its home at the Elks Building on August 26, 2013a beautifully renovated historic building which is also home to city chambers and the municipal courtand increased its hours of operation to include Saturdays. The state-of-the-art center awes visitors as they enter with a breathtaking 40-foot by 10-foot full-color panoramic graphic wrap of the Black Canyon, eight large touch screen interactive color monitors, a well-appointed mer-chandise section, a screening room with a 70 screen that loops the Black

Canyon video and the Bear Dance video from the Ute Museum, a business conference room with all of the amenities business travelers expect, clean restrooms and a spacious welcoming porch replete with rocking chairs and Wi-Fi where one can sit and plan his/her day. The vast majority of the work was performed and completed by local businesses. By December 2013, amid renovations and other start-up activities, the visitor center staff had already served more than 1,200 people.

Even though the Montrose Pavilion Event Center was doing well without support from prior RSE/TP efforts, it was revitalized with OBT assistance in 2013. Joint projects included hosting the first ever Western Colorado Hospitality Summit along with the Western Business Alliancea conference intended to position Montrose as an educational destination and to provide customer service and business building training for businesses in western Colorado. Conferences and special events held at the pavilion were elevated by way of promotional items that included branded tote bags, neck wallets, pens, scratch pads, coasters, and water bottles included in the welcome bags for attendees.

Another notable joint effort was the installation of the first-ever tourism kiosk at the Montrose Pavilion Event Center. The kiosk features an interac-tive display so visitors may learn what there is to do and print out daily adventure itineraries. More kiosks are slated for installation at the Montrose Regional Airport, the Black Canyon Jet Center, and several hotels.

Social media also took an upward move. By November, the visitor center was posting regularly on Facebook and by the end of the year total followers had doubled. Also in 2013, the OBT secured the JackRabbit commission-free lodging reservation system which was well-received by lodgers since it eliminated booking fees. The success of the program paved the way for new features in 2014 which include the ability for visitors to see and purchase special event tickets and lodging packages, from the visitor center, VisitMontrose.com or the mobile app.

The Visit Montrose mobile app is now online and available for iPhones and Androids. The app provides complimentary listings for all retail and hospitality businesses that collect sales tax, along with featuring attractions such as museums, the Black Canyon, Gunnison Gorge, and activities on BLM land. Current plans for the app include incentivizing visitors to stay an extra night; helping new residents feel at home by way of a welcome tour and providing a checklist of activities.

The OBT is pleased with these deliverables to the Montrose community in 2013, and 2014 is shaping up to be even more exciting as more projects are completed and programs are brought online. Montroses best days are ahead and the OBT is privileged to have a formative role in crafting the im-age and reputation of the Montrose community to the rest of the world.

Montrose, Colorado. Stay here, play everywhere. See you in town,

RobRobert JosephAssistant City ManagerDirector, Office of Business and Tourism

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Die Trying lives up to its name, being rated a 9 by the BLM. The trail requires at least 37 tires as well as lockers. It starts with quite a few large boulders, ledges and notches. After a few hun-dred yards the trail smooths out to smaller boul-ders and ledges and some tight turns around some large rocks. Near the end the trail takes a hard left turn to a long, steep, rough climb out of the canyon. There is a split at the end and there is the choice to go to the right to the original exit or to the left to a new exit which can be much more difficult. At the top follow a two-track about 1.5 miles to return to Rim Road.

Topless and Death Row are technically two trails right next to each. It would be wise to respect these trails and the damage they can cause to both vehicle and owner. Topless is rated an 8 by the BLM and requires 33 tires and lockers, and for those who want to push the limits, Death Row is rated a 10+, requiring 39 tires as well as lockers. The first half mile is a tight, rocky wash-bottom that leads to the first obstacle. This is the obstacle where the trail got its name. The tree that leaned across the ledge you have to climb is now gone. The trail continues up a tight wash filled with boulders and ledges for the next half mile. Then it widens before it joins the exit road from Die Trying. The entrance to Death Row is a right turn off of Topless, about a half mile in. The first hundred yards are small ledges and boulders, and then the real trail starts - boulders and holes the size of cars. The trail is very tight and does not offer many options for lines. There is one obstacle after another for about 200 yards while gaining elevation at a rapid rate. Then the trail levels off for a few hundred yards before a small ledge at the exit joins a two-track that will return you to Rim Road in about 1 miles.

Calamity Canyon is not for the weak of heart or vehicle. The trail requires lockers in both ends and a minimum of 37 tires. This is a small canyon that has two side loops that add to the difficulty, which both can be bypassed, but the exit cannot. The first loop goes up a couple of steep ledges into a small drainage where the trail turns right and loops back into the canyon. The second loop leaves the canyon to the right and has a boulder field on the approach to several uphill ledges. At the top turn left to return to the canyon. The exit has numerous large boulders on the approach. There are three exit options: to the right is a steep climb; the middle is an undercut ledge; to the left is a huge boulder. At the top is Power Line Road, where you turn left to return to Rim Road.

ontrose has some of the best hard core rock crawling trails

in the state. Three of them, Die Trying, Topless/Death Row, and Calamity Canyon are located near each other on the Uncompahgre Plateau, which include some terrif-ic views of the San Juan Mountains to the south. To get to them from Montrose, head southwest on CO-90 W/W Main St approx 1.9 miles from Townsend Ave where it will turn into Spring Creek Rd. Con-tinue on Spring Creek Rd approx 4.2 miles to 5875 Rd. Turn north on 5875 Rd and follow approx 3.1 miles to Kiowa Rd. Turn west on Kiowa Rd and continue approx 0.8 miles to Shavano Valley Rd. Turn south onto Shavano Valley Rd and follow approx 0.2 miles to Rim Rd. Turn west onto Rim Rd to access the trails. There is a parking lot on Rim Road near the intersection of Rim Road and Shavano Valley Road. The Calamity Canyon turn-off is to the right 1.75 miles past the parking lot. The turnoff to Die Trying and Topless/Death Row is to the right 4.5 miles past the parking lot. The trails are not for inexperi-enced rock crawlers, and a winch and lockers are required.

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Some say it is only for the insane. Some say it is only for the thrill-seeker. But everyone can agree that Die Trying is one of the most butt-kicking, metal-bending, parts-breaking, tire-shredding, mean-spirited rock crawl-ing trails and its located just a few miles west of Montrose.

Those brave enough to check it out, or any of the multiple rock crawling trails in the area, must be prepared for broken parts and body damage, and need to know that a winch and lockers are required on the trail.

Terry Hawkins, owner of Alpine Off-Road & Performance, and Craig Ross, owner of Rockworx 4x4, might be considered some of the insane as they helped create the Die Trying Trail in 1996.

By todays standards, it is fairly extreme, Terry said. It just never gives up. Youre fight-ing obstacles from beginning until the end.

Other trails might have two or three obstacles, but this one has obstacles all the way up, Craig added.

The trail starts with large boulders, ledges and notches. After a few hundred yards, the trail smooths out to smaller boulders and ledges and some tight turns around some large rocks. Near the end, the trail takes a hard left turn to a long, steep, rough climb out of the canyon. But just when you think the end is near, things get interesting.

The end is a

whole other trail. The rocks continuously shift, so every time you got out on the trail it will be different. You think youre done, but then its game on all over again, Craig said.

Terry and a friend of his first found the trail while dirt biking. They talked with some other friends, including Craig, and decided to get together to see if they could drive through the canyon. We stumbled across Die Trying by luck, Terry said.Others at the time said youre insane for trying it, Craig explained.

Having the consent of the Bureau of Land Management, the team built the trail with chainsaws, winches, straps, and Terrys Wild Horse Bronco (that spent two nights on the trail), over four weekends. There is still a strap under a rock, where the rock rolled on top of it, Craig said. When Die Trying was built, Moab, Utah, was the only place known for rock crawling, as it was where the sport originated. The trail was huge back then. In the first 100 yards, people

would go, really? Youre going to drive through that?

Die Trying has since been featured in various rock crawling competitions. Up until a few years ago, it was the worlds hardest trail, Terry said. You are on obstacles setting up for next obstacle before you get off the current one. Your movements have to be choreo-graphed. It is poetry in motion when someone can go up through it clean.

Everyone who has run the trail has a story. If you ever meet up with Terry, be sure to ask about the mud fest that had them fighting until 1:00 a.m. The pair forewarns that if anyone is interested in taking on rock crawling, they bet-ter be prepared to open up their check books. The minimum price to get a vehicle rock

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We created our vehicles in steps, so they evolved with the trails, Craig said. We made a trail, and if our vehicle did not survive, then we improved our vehicles. For the future of off-roading in Montrose, the rock crawling portion of the motorized recreation industry will have to change. Montrose is a Mecca for 4x4ing, dirt biking and other motorized recreation, Craig said. Unfortunately, only the locals know about it.

We need to embrace the motor-ized recreation community, Terry added. The industry is huge for local businesses, including mechanics, car lots, Jeep rental companies, and campgrounds. Gas stations, grocery stores and restaurants also see a big benefit from people enjoying motorized recreation. State-wide, the industry brings in $1 billion a year. In Ouray, (still the Jeeping Capi-tal of the World) if you take Jeeping away, it would no longer be, Terry explained. Even in Telluride they benefit from Jeeping, as people who come over Black Bear Pass will stop to

have lunch and go shopping in Tel-luride. The same trickle down effect could happen in Montrose. For those brave enough to check out the trail, the two recommend to never do the trail alone, to always bring at least two vehicles. A group is needed, because even the experts of the trail can get stuck. Luckily for adventure enthusiasts, local 4x4 group, The Western Slope Four- Wheelers Club, is willing to offer assistance and information.

For Terry and Craig, rock crawl-ing is all about the people and the challenge of man and machine. The trail is a challenge every time we go out,

and we love the camaraderie with our friends, Craig said. With off-roading in general, we love to challenge ourselves and our vehicles, Terry said. With Die Trying, we found it, we built it and we became attached to it. For anyone visiting the area, or even Montrose locals, a look along the edges of our community can reveal some interesting hidden adventures. For more information about the Die Trying Trail, other rock crawling trails, or on rock crawling or off-roading in general, visit ws4w.com or email ws4w@yahoo.com.

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Bumper With Intimidator Guard *****(It Is Rare. It Is like The Ones Featured

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Forge Ahead In Style Custom Stereo System With 15 TV & DVD PlayerStepsAMP Research Board, Automatic Retractable StepDecals By ASAP SignsMagnaflow Exhaust System.Sinister FICM (Fuel Injection Control Module)ARP Head Studs.

Alpine Offroad & Performance This custom truck and rock crawling headquarters turns out the most awesome vehicles in the valley. To say the least, they are vehicle wizards who dig rock crawling and love developing custom trucks. Its all in the details, says owner Terry Hawkins. Alpine Offroads is the dealer for many top performance companiesBully Dog, Banks Power, Trail Ready, Warn, Edge Products and H & S Performance. They guarantee their parts and services for trucks and SUVs. (970) 240-9000. Get a quote at alpineterry@hotmail.com. Pay Terry a visit to the best rides in the region....he knows the roads, particularly the alpine off-roads.

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T he Montrose Pavilion is a beautiful facility offering 33,000 square feet of flexible event and meeting space, catering kitchens, and a 602 seat auditorium, all flawlessly maintained by a friendly and professional staff.

The Montrose Botanic Gardens neighbors the Pavilion, making it a peaceful, relaxing setting, all in the scenic shadows of the San Juan Mountains.

The Senior Center at the Pavilion is an exciting and fun place to be, offering many activities and excursions, as well as noon dining Monday thru Friday.

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Event Calendar MayWomens Club Craft Show 1CASAs 2013 Dodgeball Tournament 2Mountain Film On Tour 15June Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus 7American Cancer Society Relay For Life 7Rollin On The River Derby 14101st Army Band Concert 17Colorado SymphonyBela Fleck 19Bicycle Tour Of Colorado 21-28Montrose Golf Tournament For Hospice 21Relay For Life Of Montrose 27Community Band Concert 29July Fun Days Of The Fourth 3-5Montrose Fireworks 4Black Canyon Quilt Show 11-13Montrose County Fair And Rodeo 17-27DeltaRado Days 17-20Grin & Barrett Charity Ride 26 August Olathe Sweet Corn Festival 2 September Savor The San Juans Home Tour 14Montrose Indian Nations PowWow 20Museum of Mt WestWestern Movies Days 26-28Black Canyon Triathlon 27Harvest Breakfast 27 OctoberOctoberFest Montrose Farmers Market Saturdays May through October

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Magic Circle PlayersLive Theatre

970-249-7838 Lisa Rediger, Director

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Sonja Horn, owner of Fabula, has some new adventures to look forward to as her store moves to a larger location. Fabula sells kitchen accessories, childrens toys, home decor, and now fashion accessories. Some of the lines they carry are Haiku, Sweaty Bands, Le Creuset, Riedel, Emile Henry, and Scanpan.

Horn first opened Fabula in September 2012 on Main Street in Montrose, a dream a long time in the making. I had wanted to own a business since I was a young adult working for a family that had a store. I continued to want to own a store even as I was a surgical nurse for most of my adult life.So why the move? We wanted a larger location, Horn said. The building across the street was available, so we purchased a unit. During the move, Horn had many people step up to help. I was surprised at how many people offered to help me move, Horn said. People volunteered to move everything over and help put displays together.

The move to the new store has doubled the retail space available to Fabula, which Horn plans on taking full advantage of. We will now be able to bring in additional products, like good quality kitchen knives, Horn said. We are also increasing our lines of quality, educational kids toys a lot more, which is something people seem to look for. Other additions will be expanding the dishes and adding fashion accessories. The new store also brings the benefit to customers of back door access and parking space at the back and on Main Street. Another one of the changes to Fabula is their new website, with the ability for customers to make online purchases. The website is www.myfabula.com.While the location may be new, Horn still continues to stick to a high quality for her store. I want my customers to know that I put a lot of thought and effort into selecting my merchandise, Horn said. I try to emphasis things that are made in the USA, and possibly even in Colorado, while being environmentally friendly. Im not exclusive in those things, but I try really hard to include them.The interaction with her customers is the highlight of Fabula for Horn. The interaction with people was also my favorite part of being a surgical nurse, she explained. I also love finding new and unusual items that I hope my customers will like just as much as I do.

While Fabula helps to bring a variety of educational childrens toys and other items to Down-town Montrose, Horn just considers Fabula one of the many wonderful stores on Main Street. She said, We are all trying to do whatever it takes to make it a great downtown experience for people. Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m; located at 317 East Main Street and can be reached at 970-765-2274.

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FROM BALLS, TRUCKS, GAMES & DOLLS TO......FINE COOKWARE, CANDLES, PILLOWS & HOME ACCESSORIES

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The Tattered Rabbit Boutique is not your average childrens cloth-ing store, but is instead a boutique

with a unique angle. It offers some of the top brands in baby and childrens clothing and accessories, including Robeez, Mudpie, Jellycat, and BabyLegs, as well as a large selection of gently used items; everything a parent needs for their child at affordable prices.

Owner Pam Dunlap had the idea of opening the Tattered Rabbit for a long time. I remember being a mom in Montrose in1990, thinking there needs to be someplace to buy clean used kids clothing with no tears or stain. After my kids grew up, I decided to do it. Her dream became a reality in March 2012, when she opened the Tattered Rabbit in Delta. However, her heart was to open a store in downtown Montrose, and when that opportunity came up, she packed up and moved to Montrose in August of 2012, and things have been going great.

The store fills the need for quality, clean, used chil-drens clothing, and for a baby store in general. The wide assortment of childrens items are not just limited to new and gently used childrens clothing. With a price range of $2-$200, the Tattered Rabbit also sells shoes, furniture, blankets and toys. We listen to what moms want and try to bring it in as often as possible, Pam explained. Every used item that comes in is thoroughly checked and cleaned, so customers may trust our high standards. The Tattered Rabbit attracts everybody from new moms to great-grandmothers, and the store has loyal customers from as far away as Fruita and Craw-ford. We help bridge the gaps, Pam said. We try really hard to be a good member of the community. We are very careful with our customers because they are everything to us.

The store is beautifully laid out and clean, looking like a boutique store rather than a regular thrift store. Pam fights the misconception of thrift stores are like the Salvation Army. The Tattered Rabbit is in a completely different league, she explained. You can walk into a thousand thrift stores and never walk into one like this. Located at: 305 E. Main Street | 970-249-5950

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Nina Suzanne Crozier is the owner of the casual chic boutique Nina Suzannes. The boutique focuses on womens fashions, accessories, purses and jew-elry. The store itself gives off a unique vibe, with brick walls and soft lighting, situated nicely in historic downtown Montrose, as well as with a distinctive name. I could not think of a name for the store, so my husband said your name is pretty, use that and so I did, Crozier explained.

The goal for Nina Suzannes is cute, casual and comfy. The atmo-sphere is comfortable, without the pres-sure to hurry, and has the owner-operat-ed touch of Crozier being very attentive to her customers. I really enjoy retail, with helping women pick out clothes and helping them find what they like and what looks best on them. Some of the many unique brands offered include Picadilly, Adam Jacob, Parsley and Sage, Laurel Burch purses and scarves, Michael Tyler, and Cactus Tops. Sizes range from womens XS to 1X. The things we carry are a little bit different; things not find in a regular department store, Crozier said. When I order things, I keep my customers in mind and I look for and order what they want. My aim is for clothing that is comfort-able, washable and travels well.

Crozier originally moved her boutique from Delta three years ago after seeing a building for rent on main street in Montrose. The building had been redone and I like main street Montrose. It is made up of a really nice group of business owners. I offer help with picking out clothes and figuring out what looks best on a customer, Crozier said. Crozier loves meeting and connecting with the wide variety of people. Im friends with my custom-ers. Some come in to purchase clothes to wear on a cruise, and then when they get back they come in to tell me about their trip. Sometimes people forget to come downtown, so there will be things going on here this summer to help promote all of us, Crozier said. Nina Suzannes is open Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. They are located at 336 E. Main St. and can be reached at 970-252-7337.

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DMedici Footwear helped Barbara look bright and flirty in this outfits with Onex USA made shoes and a silk scarf made in In-dia. To finish off her fun wardrobe is a Santiki skirt, a Simon Chang top and a hand-painted Anuschka purse with sunflowers on it.

Deb wears a fun and textured outfit made up of a colorful Vintage Collection dress, Kurt-Men belt and bag, Frontier Trapper Boots, and a Coreen Cordova necklace, all available at Rockin P Ranch in Ouray.

Barbara looks chic and romantic in her Maggy London navy polka dot dress, pearl jewelry from My Flat in London by Brighton, and a contrasting red handbag that doubles as a wine cooler, all courtesy of SheShe Boutique and Gallery.

Halley enjoys the summer weather in light and fun shorts and belt by YMI, top by Mitto, and Soda shoes, all from Wild Rose Apparel.

Halley wears a laid back and comfortable outfit from Wild Rose Apparel, made up of Rock Revival jeans, a True Honor shirt, and Delicious Shoes. Derek rocks the worn-in look with his great Rock Revival jeans and Roar shirt, courtesy of Wild Rose Apparel.

Barbara looks chic and romantic in her Maggy London navy polka dot dress, pearl jewelry from My Flat in London by Brighton, and a contrasting red handbag that doubles as a wine cooler, courtesy of SheShe Boutique and Gallery. She She Boutique and Gallery created a soft and comfortable outfit for Kimberly made of a Johnny Was silk embroidered top, jean leggings by Isle, silver jewelry by Brigh-ton, and a leather handbag by Mary Frances.

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Sultry Robert wears a rugged Carbon jacket, Arizona jeans, Nobility t-shirt and Dockers shoes, all donated to Heirlooms for Hospice. Darlenes wild outfit is available at Heirlooms for Hospice, including her black high-heeled boots, leopard print belt and Body Central shirt.

Halley wears a laid back and comfortable outfit from Wild Rose Apparel, made up of Rock Revival jeans, a True Honor shirt, and Delicious Shoes. Derek rocks the worn-in look with his great Rock Revival jeans and Roar shirt, courtesy of Wild Rose Apparel.

Mica shows off her super comfy Michael Tyler blue capris, bold patterned Li-bra top and Laurel Burch purse, and her About Color jewelry, all avail-able at Nina Suzannes.

Nina Suzannes helped Sally put together her bold and creative outfit, with a Michael Tyler top, Miss Unique purse, with the unique touch of a blue and silver spider ring.y, all available at Nina Suzannes.

Debbie, owner of DMedici Footwear, make a classic statement with a sparkling Rossi Roma denim skirt, red Judy P active wear top, black Simon Chang vest and red Stuart Weitzman shoes.

One-year-old Rylin is a happy cowgirl in a pink Mud Pie top, tutu and shorts en-semble, Arizona jacket, and Roper boots, available from The Tattered Rabbit.

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Deb shows a fresh, country look in a Double D top, skirt and belt, a KurtMen bag, Love Tokens Jewelry, a Richard Schmidt bracelet, and shoes by Trap-per Boots, all available at Rockin P Ranch in Ouray. Barbara wears a unique Elana Kattan dress, a My Flat In London by Brighton bracelet and a Brighton purse to finish her put together look, courtesy of SheShe Boutique and Gallery. SheShe Boutique and Gallery provided Kimberly with a relaxed outfit made up a Elana Kattan jumpsuit, a Brighton bag and jewelry by Treska.

Nina Suzannes helped Mica make an intriguing statement in bright Gold-en Girls pants, a red New Fashion top, and a jacket by J. To finish off the ensemble is About Color earrings and a gorgeous scarf by Magic Scarf.

Lisa works a bold look in a Love Tree green top from Pollux Clothing, finishing it off with black leggings and gold ac-cents. (Top left) Mica shows off her super comfy Michael Tyler blue capris, bold patterned Libra top and Laurel Burch purse, and her About Color jewelry, courtesy of Nina Suzannes. (Right)

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With comfort in mind, Amber wears geometric

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Darlenes flirty Charlotte Russe hat and shirt, Arizona jeans, Justin boots, and bright turquoise jewelry are just a small sampling of the items available at Heir-looms for Hospice.

Halley wears a simple, laid back outfit from Wild Rose Apparel, made up of Rock Revival jeans, a True Honor shirt, and Delicious Shoes.

Ricks outdoorsy outfit from DMedici Footwear is ready for main street or the golf green in his Ecco golf street shoes, and Khl shirt and pants. DMedici Footwear helped Barbara look bright and flirty in this outfit with Onex USA made shoes and a silk scarf made in India. To finish off her fun wardrobe is a Santiki skirt, a Simon Chang top and a hand-painted Anuschka purse with sunflowers on it.

Sallys airy outfit is made up of a Michael Tyler top, a purse by VLD Victoria Leland Designs, Golden Girls pants, About Color jewelry and shoes by Tapu, all available at Nina Suzannes.

Derek is ready for any outdoor activity with Gramicci shorts and shirt, made from hemp and organic cotton, available at Wild Rose Apparel. Halley enjoys the summer weather in light and fun shorts and belt by YMI, top by Mitto, and Soda shoes, all from Wild Rose Apparel.

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Fused glass artist Mary Hill who has always done art of all kinds, including drawing and oils, now creates glass pendants, fused from a variety of glass, and dichroic materi-als, wrapped with gold or silver wire. Jew-elry is exciting to make because each piece is unique. Its so pretty. I look at the glass to see what kind of jewelry piece that it would make.She got her start fusing when the art school she purchased years ago had a kiln. Marys jewelry is available at Creative Cor-ner, 344 E. Main Street, Montrose, and, I do the craft fairs at Christmas and during the summer. She said, Art is really rewarding. I love making and selling my jewelry, as well as teaching drawing and painting.

Gifts of the EarthInspired By Nature

Reinterpreted By These Fine Artists

Uniquely Montrose, Colorado

Oscar Wilde said, A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament, while Henry David Thoreau stated, The world is but a canvas of our imagi-nation. Both great minds were artists themselves who dared to interpret lifes unfoldings in words, while the Montrose artists showcased hereMary, Cherie and Davecapture the raw beauty and awe of nature in their works of art. Take pleasure on looking at their creativity and beckon their unique flavors into your folds, by supporting their efforts.

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Dave Kaufmanns interest in wood-turning began at an early age. Then, in 1998, a friend introduced him to the wood lathe. Dave turns many species of wood. One favorite is natural burls (a growth that protrudes on a tree trunk), either turned with the natural edge or finished smooth. He relates an ugly rejected piece of wood to a life changed by faith. As the shape is formed, the old and ugly is removed, revealing the woods inner beauty. As the first finish is applied, the true beauty is revealed. Dave is the presi-dent of the Montrose Area Woodturn-ers, which formed and affiliated with the American Association of Wood-turners in January, 2014. The group meets every third Thursday. Call Dave at 1-970-238-0661 for shop location. I love to teach. Im willing to share what I know, as are other members of the organization.His art is available at the Silver Linings Gallery in Ouray.

Since 2006, another Main Street art oppor-tunity is Amazing Glaze, at 219 E. Main. Cherie McPherson hosts everyone from pre-school to great-grandparents in her paint-your-own-pottery studio. "We have ev-erything from tiny critters to large platters, decorative to functional pieces," said Cherie. How it works: choose your piece, design and paint whatever you wish, select your colors, start painting. "In addition, Amazing Glaze offers a great way to relax and un-wind, gather with friends, and just get away from it all." First Fridays each month Cherie offers 2-3 hour workshops, in conjunction with downtown's First Friday Strolls. She also hosts birthday parties. One memorable party for an adult involved honeybees - in all ceramic forms and sizes. "It was over the top." Amazing Glaze can be found online at www.amazingglazeart.com.

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Retired Army Colonel Hal Emick can hardly contain his enthu-siasm. As commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post No. 784 in Montrose, he and his fellow members, including the Ladies Auxiliary, are busy pre-paring for a first time event for the Western Slope city.

The state convention (this will be the 94th) has never been held in Montrose, Hal exclaims. Were going to blow their socks off!

The VFW has a long history in Colora-do, and for the most part, the state conven-tions have always been held on the Front Range, he says. VFW Post No. 1, located in Denver, was founded in 1899 by members of the First Colorado Volunteers returning from the Philippines during the Spanish-American War. Today, Colorado has 12 districts (includ-ing six posts).

Montrose VFW Post 784 has been in existence for 75 years, lending a hand in times of need. In February of 2013, for ex-ample, members of Post 784 joined with the American Legion, Welcome Home Montrose and Team Home Depot to build an eight-foot ramp and automated wheelchair lift for a local Korean War veteran, who had suffered a broken hip in a fall and required the use of a wheelchair. Through donations of materials and volunteer man-hours, provided by orga-

nizations such as the VFW, the veteran was able to return to his home.

The efforts to bring the state convention to Montrose began last summer when Hal and his comrades made the decision to bid on the 2014 convention. They had 30 days to prepare.

Topping the list was Montroses selection (last June) as an All American City, Hal notes.

Montrose was one of 10 cities nation-wide picked to receive the prestigious honor sponsored by the National Civic League. A deciding factor in the award, among several redevelopment projects, was the citys focus on veterans through Welcome Home Mon-trose, an organization formed at the grass-roots level in 2012, dedicated to making a difference in the lives of wounded warriors.

Other key components of Post 784s bid for the convention focused on multi-purpose facilities, such as The Montrose Pavilion and Friendship Hall, and a large volunteer base, including members of RSVP (Retired and Se-nior Volunteer Persons), DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), Montrose Histori-cal Society as well as the high school ROTC and youth Civil Air Patrol, to name just a few.

Following notification that the bid was successful, Hals extensive military back-ground and organizational skills put him in

the drivers seat.We started planning last July and really

kicked into gear in January, he says.Hal feels that partnering with the city

and county from the beginning has brought a new level of success to the event.

There will be plenty of volunteers to help out, in addition to help with Main Street banners, pins and souvenir booklets, he says.

The convention begins Wednesday, June 18 and runs through Saturday, June 21 at various venues around Montrose. Several fun events planned around the convention include golf, fishing, shooting and archery tournaments and tours of a local winery and the Black Canyon National Park. A total of 450 to 500 people are expected to attend.

On Sunday, June 22, there will be a VFW Warriors (motorcycle group) ride fol-lowed by a barbecue for all VFW members at Cerise Park, hosted by the city of Montrose. Ultimately, Hal says, We want to bring the state convention back to Montrose.

Veterans of Foreign WarsState Convention Held In Montrose

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Angel and Mike Catanese appear comfortable in their small office space, pointing to family photos and memorabilia on the walls and keeping a watchful eye on their beloved Rottwei-ler who recently underwent surgery on one of its front legs. After chatting for awhile, it becomes apparent that the young couple has a more serious side. As owners of Montrose Signs Inc., (one of their specialties is car graphics) An-gel and Mike are not only perfection-

ists about their work, they're willing to go the extra mile for their customers."We're often here early or work late," Angel says. "Our top priority is to

meet our customers' needs first." Angel's late mother, fondly referred to as "Miss Evy" by local residents, established the sign company 34 years ago. "Mom started her business in a garage with a fishing tackle box full of paintbrushes and fifty dollars," Angel says, explaining that her mom apprenticed with professional hand painters before going out on her own.

"I started coating sign boards at age 12," she adds.Throughout her teenage years, she worked alongside her mom, learning the fine points of hand lettering, pinstriping and, most importantly, developing a good eye for color and layout. Angel met her future husband, Mike, while attending college in Arizona. The couple later made their home in Scottsdale, where Mike worked as a custom home remodeler. Like Angel, he grew up working in his family's automotive business, gaining expertise in welding and fabrication.

Following Evy's passing in 2003. Angel's brother took over the family busi-ness. (Angel had previously moved back to Montrose to care for her terminally ill mother). Angel oversaw and "tested" the waters of the family business for six months prior to taking ownership with her husband, Mike. "I saw things I wanted to change and improve," she says. "I also wanted to be sure the business stayed in the family."

In 2004, Angel and Mike moved to Montrose and purchased the family business in 2005. "We felt that Montrose was lacking a one-stop shop for adver-tising needs (including printing business cards, flyers and posters)," Mike com-ments. "Our goal is to accommodate all of our customers' marketing, advertising and sign needs so they can stay busy with their own businesses."

In addition to creating signage for the city of Montrose, the couple has worked their magic on semi-trucks, motorcycles, boats, helicopters, wagons, bi-planes and yes, even a skidsteer. They are especially proud of their custom-ization of a classic Ford Thunderbird, which made its debut at a recent Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction. "Most everything in our business is computerized," Angel says. "It's a place where the digital world meets the design world." Traditional hand lettering (which is still done by skilled artisans), painting and pinstriping are now enhanced by computer-generated graphics and high tech materials, such as vinyl wraps for automobiles. "You can change the color of your car every month if you want to," Mike says. "The wraps can be more economical than a full paint job and offer UV protection."

While computers and technology have made a big difference in the time it takes to create and produce the perfect advertising medium for a client, Mike is still a firm believer in taking the time to do the job right the first time. "I do each job as if I were doing it for myself," he says. After nearly a decade operating Montrose Signs Inc., Angel and Mike still believe in the values of a family-based business (their 14- year-old son, Joseph, helps during the summer) and consider the community as part of their family. They also follow Miss Evy's motto "Your sign is your image." b

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ANIMAL DEPARTMENT

Visit Our Thrift Shop In Ridgway

Adopt, Dont ShopHomelessness hurts. Yet while agencies exist to help people

with the problem, few organizations are devoted to homeless pets. Telluride Animal Foundation (TAF) is one of those few. TAF focuses on supporting existing shelters and sanctuaries through targeted funding, and sponsoring spay/neuter initiatives, accord-ing to their mission statement.

I have always been a bleeding heart animal lover, said Katja Wichland. But, like a lot of people, I was hesitant to get involved in the world of animal rescue.

She and husband Josh Rapaport, co-founders of TAF, began raising money as well as awareness in 2011 with initial donations amounting to $12,000 from a Disco Ball fundraiser. By the end of 2013, TAF donated $351,000 to local animal rescue causes. Thanks to the Telluride Thrift Shop, this number will continue to grow throughout 2014.

None of this would be possible without support from our community and the donations they give daily to the Telluride Thrift Shop, said Katja. The funds provide spay/neuter clinics, animal rescue operations, and pet owner support.TAFs pet food bank is available for those who need help. Due to the drought and hot weather of recent times, hay fields produced much less, and put a serious strain on horse owners. Our goal is to support low-income families as they ride out these difficult times, and to help owners keep their horses rather than relinquish them to rescue groups, according to their website.

TAF also networks rescued animals with new homes, educates the public to increase awareness and boost adoption rates.

Josh is a member of Pilots N Paws, an organization of more than 3,000 pilots who fly to rescue dogs and cats and connect them with new homes. Olympic Silver Medalist Gus Kenworthy, Telluride native, carried home not only the Olympic Medal, but several stray Sochi dogs. Gus has become an ambassador for the animal rescue cause on the international scene, said Alana Ripley in an article posted on the TAF website. His actions brought ani-mal rescue to the forefront of news media across the globe. b

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Healthy skin is important for everyone. Throughout all stages of life, our skin per-forms several vital functions. It protects our bodies from ultraviolet radiation and is our bodys first line of defense against infection. It also provides insulation, regulates body temperature and produces Vitamin D. Finally, through the sensation of touch, the skin is responsible for how we interact with the environment around us.

The arid climate of western Colorado is particularly damaging to our skin. While Colorado is known for its high mountains, abundant sunshine and low humidity, these factors combine to create two of the most common problems seen in my clinic: dry skin and skin cancer. A few basic changes in your daily routine can help you avoid these problems and keep your skin healthy for years to come.

Dry skin is a daily complaint heard in my clinic. Dry skin can flake, itch, and even bleed. Because the skin loses its natural moisturizers with age, it can be a particularly bothersome and chronic problem for older individuals.

To help heal dry skin and prevent its re-turn, focus first on your daily bathing routine. First, limit your time in the shower or bath to five or 10 minutes and use warm rather than hot water. Second, wash with a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser and blot your skin

gently dry with a towel. Never scrub the skin. Finally, apply moisturizer immediately after drying your skin to trap in moisture.

Which moisturizers are the best? While most moisturizers sold in stores are lotions, creams and ointments are much more effec-tive. Ointments are particularly helpful for the hands and lower legs, two areas that are prone to dryness.

Many Coloradans enjoy outdoor activities at high elevation, putting them at a particu-larly high risk for skin cancer. Ultraviolet ra-diation exposure increases four to five percent with every 1,000 feet above sea level. At an altitude of 9,000 to 10,000 feet, UV radiation can be up to 45 percent more intense than at sea level. In addition, snow and water reflect up to 80 percent of the UV light from the sun, meaning you are often hit by the same rays twice.

The best ways to decrease your risk for skin cancer is to wear protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses, when possible. Remem-ber that the suns rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m, so it is preferable to do outdoor activities either early in the morning or later in the afternoon. Generously apply a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more to all exposed skin. Broad-spectrum provides protection from both ultraviolet A

(UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. Reap-ply approximately every two hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating.

Another important tip is to avoid tanning beds. Not only does the UV radiation from tanning beds prematurely age your skin, it increases your risk of the three most com-mon skin cancers: melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. Stud-ies have found a 59 percent increase in the risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, in those who have been exposed to UV radiation from indoor tanning and the risk increases with each use. For those who want the look of a tan, there are many self tanning lotions and sprays available that can safely give you the look you want.

I am often asked if good sun protection can lead to a deficiency of Vitamin D. This does not have to be the case, as you can get the Vitamin D you need by eating a healthy diet that includes foods naturally rich in Vitamin D (fortified milk, cheese and yogurt, fortified cereal, and oily fish like salmon and tuna) and vitamin supplements.

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How do you take care of yourself? You dont always have to get your work done before you can play. As the Cen-ter for Mental Health celebrates 50 years of providing services in Montrose and surrounding areas, it prompts a question about the caring of caregivers. How does someone who pro-vides care for a living, care for oneself? More generally, how does any-one care for oneself? Many of the tools and skills conveyed to clients in the course of mental health services are fundamentally self-care abilities. Can healthy self-care be a proactive approach to the demands and stress of pursuing lifes opportunities? Absolutely!

Self-care starts with the recognition that we all have needs. The famous psychologist Abraham Maslow described a hierarchy of needs, from basic physical needs for survival such as food, water and shelter, to emotional, psychological and social needs, then more transcendent needs to fully express ourselves and create meaning and purpose in our lives. This suggests that some self-care needs are fairly universal. Eating nutritious food, exercising regularly, practicing good hygiene and taking time to relax are all important to maintaining physical health. It helps to avoid smoking, alcohol abuse and other self-injurious lifestyle choices. Prioritizing personal replenishing, in balance with care giving, provides resilience and stamina psychologically and emotionally. As the saying goes, I cant give what I dont have. Spend quiet time in counterbal-

ance to busyness, schedule time for fun (we certainly schedule time for work), learn and explore. Take time to laugh, especially at yourself. An inflated sense of self importance is one of the greatest obstacles to true well-being. Engage in activities and relationships that you value and that promote personal growth. Most plants stagnate if they are not growing; we too are at our best when we focus upon moving beyond self-limiting habits. Put into practice your beliefs and thereby embrace a fulfilling sense of purpose and a context for life that is larger than just yourself.

While many self-care needs are universal, we are all unique people with individual histories and we each approach our idiosyncratic com-bination of needs, wants and aspirations in our own style. One place to begin individualized self-care is by identifying what in our life isnt working. I may take care of myself physically through healthy eating and exercise, but feel unappreciated or stuck by focusing on the belief that life has dealt me unfair circumstances. I may have a great sense of purpose in my life, yet believe Im inadequate socially to meet the chal-lenges involved in realizing that purpose. Psycho emotional self-care is more subtle than physical self-care, but no less important. We all have stress in our lives: how well do we recognize our signs of stress and give ourselves time, nurturing activitiesor no activity to balance what we need with what life demands. We tend to believe we need to get our work completed before we can play. Self-care is about balancing lifes requirements while perpetually rejuvenating ourselves.

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I want to take a few moments of your time to share with you a word that can transform your attitude, your health, your family and your life. I want to encourage you to engage this word in your vocabulary and thought life so that you can begin to live a life of expectation.

A lesson in FORWARD is wrapped up in this passage of scripture:Philippians 3:12-14 - Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Let me share some basics about moving FORWARD: Your hunger has to exceed your hesitation to go forward You cant move forward under your own strength God has a habit of using those who havent arrived

I want to give you three steps that I have used in my own life to help me focus on moving FORWARD. STEP #1 FORGET THE PASTMost of us have allowed ourselves to get comfortable in our past. We approach life looking back at all of our faults and failures. We get comfort-able, not wanting to change because of the uncertainty that change creates. Someone once told me, when the pain of staying where you are becomes greater than the pain of change, is when we finally change. A FORWARD life has a big windshield and small rear view mirror. Forgetting the past has to deal with more than just what you have done, but letting go of past hurts and wounds that you may have picked up along the way. STEP #2 DONT GET STUCK IN IDLE I DISPLAY LESS EFFORT Most people get stuck in IDLE because of fear or intimidation. God has equipped each believer to move past fear and intimidation. 2 Timothy 1.7 - For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Remaining IDLE also robs us of three valuable investments God has entrusted to each of us: time, talent and treasure. We all should engage these resources at a level of investing our time talent and treasure to benefit His Kingdom and those around us. STEP #3 PRESS ONThe windshield of a FORWARD life is going to get covered with the bugs of life. This is where most people get discouraged and fall into the victim mentality. You are going to face some staggering situations, some challeng-ing circumstances, some rocky relationships, and some financial fiascos. But God wants you to know that He has created you to move FORWARD, overcoming all that is in front of you. 1 John 4:4You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.

If you cant fly, then run,If you cant run, then walk,If you cant walk, then crawl, but whatever you do You have to keep moving forward.....

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Many folks who have taken responsibility for their health have arrived at some concern for toxic substances in their bodies, and eventually begin to question toxicity issues in dentistry. Yet there are many people who are unaware that alternative dentistry exists. Biological Dentistry, also called Biocompatible Dentistry, Holistic Dentistry, or Natural Dentistry, offers the best clinical practices and techniques of conventional dentistry, with the added benefit of:

Safe elimination of toxic substances, most notably silver-mercury amalgam. Attention to biocompatibility of dental materials & diagnostic procedures. Promotion of whole-body health through optimum oral health.

Biological Dentistry can be categorized as conscious dentistry. It strives to be conscious of how dental materials and procedures effect the individuals overall health, and to choose the most health-promot-ing options for each patient. There are several dental situations that particularly concern the Biological Dentist. At the top of the list is the toxicity of metals used in dental materials. These metals can have a di-rect chemical effect on tissues of the body and biochemical processes, or can have an indirect effect by disrupting or altering the flow of en-ergy through the teeth, the mouth, or the tissues of the body. Mercury fillings do both, and if they are to be removed, should be removed with a special protocol to reduce the toxic exposure to the patient.

Biocompatibility of dental materials is different for each individ-ual. There are those among us who have become extremely reactive to many things, and have been given the diagnosis of Multiple Chemi-cal Sensitivities. There is a blood test that indicates the suitability of over 1,000 dental materials to the individual dental patient, so that the dentist can select the most compatible dental materials for that

patient. Dental therapies should cause the least disturbance possible to the immune system. There is a dental office in Montrose that provides Biological Dentistry- the office of Dr. Christine Bloss. She strives to maintain a non-toxic, positive, and healing environment, while provid-ing the gentlest and least invasive means of care. Dr. Bloss enthusi-astically combines the best of modern dentistry with the wisdom of traditional and natural healing therapies.

The office of Christine Bloss, DDS offers a broad range of health-promoting Biological Dental services to enhance your smile, and to re-store comfort and function to your mouth. Every new patient receives a thorough evaluation of the health of the mouth, addressing any areas of concern to the patient. Digital x-ray images reduce the patients ex-posure to radiation by up to 90 percent. Intraoral photos of your teeth help you to see and understand Dr. Bloss recommendations. In her practice, Dr. Bloss chooses and uses the most biocompatible materials and procedures that are available. She does not use mercury fillings. Instead, she uses composite resin, gold, or porcelain. If a patient has significant allergies, sensitivities, or other concerns, the Clifford Mate-rials Reactivity Test can be done to determine the best possible dental materials for that patient. When removing mercury fillings, we follow the IAOMT guidelines, which include:

Using high-velocity suction in the oral cavity with a special tip to contain the amalgam particles and mercury vapor, along with using a high volume of water to cool and flush debris.

Using a rubber dam to isolate and compartmentalize the mercury being drilled out of the teeth. Removal of fillings in the largest pieces possible, called chunking, to minimize the generation of mercury vapor and amalgam particles Use of an ion generator to electrostatically clean the air of mercury particles and vapor. BlossDentalCare.Com

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Imagine connecting with individuals who have dementia in ways that help them ex-perience greater peace, dignity, and hap-piness. Think what it might be like to see joy on their faces, moments of recognition and growing confidence in their eyes. Reflect on how satisfying it would feel to have the knowledge and skills to give such a gift to our older adults.This is exactly what Darlene Sprague, a registered nurse

with Volunteers of America and Valley Manor Care Center has experienced over the last two and a half years with a technique called Validation.

Validation is a method of communi-cating with disoriented older adults. The techniques creator, Naomi Feil, shared, Validation is built on an empathetic attitude and a holistic view of individu-als. When one can step into the shoes of another human being. . . one can step into the world of disoriented, very old people and understand the meaning of their sometimes bizarre behavior.

Volunteers of America has a long his-tory of caring for people with dementia, managing specialized memory care com-munities across the United States. Federal regulations mandate that employees who work with and care for people with vari-

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