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The 20th anniversary of the Stonewall Century Ride is August 12th! Ride 102 miles of the Highway of Legends from La Veta to Segundo and back.
You can register at packet pickup Friday at the La Veta Community Center on 131 E Ryus Ave or Saturday morning at the La Veta Visitor's Center on 111 W Park St.
For more information visit: www.active.com/la-veta-co/cycling/races/stonewall-century-ride-20-year-anniversary-2023
Get lost in the magic of the outdoors, with naturalist Bob Kennemer through one of his nature walks, happening all summer long. Learn about the many uses of mushrooms and other wild flora, and how to safely identify and sustainably forage them.
You must register at least 24 hours in advance for all field sessions by emailing Bob at: bobkennemer@gmail.com
It’s a great night to get out and experience all the beautiful artwork on display in #SpanishPeaksCountry for First Fridays Art Walks, put on by the The La Veta Creative District! #LaVeta #LaVetaCreativeDistrict
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![It’s a great night to get out and experience all the beautiful artwork on display in #SpanishPeaksCountry for First Fridays Art Walks, put on by the The La Veta Creative District! #LaVeta #LaVetaCreativeDistrict
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Shop locally grown produce, baked goods, jewelry, crafts and more at our local markets every week through mid-October!
#Laveta #gardner #cuchara #Walsenburg #spanishpeakscountry
Chuckwagon suppers in the Upper Huerfano River Valley boast a long tradition that began with Charles Goodnight and Oliver Loving’s first cattle drive in 1866.
Join us for the Gardner Chuckwagon Dinner August 6th from 2-5pm at the Gardner United Methodist Church.
The 20th anniversary of the Stonewall Century Ride is August 12th! Ride 102 miles of the Highway of Legends from La Veta to Segundo and back. Register online at spcycling.org/stonewall-century/registration/
Get ready for a day of racing at Twin Peaks Motorfest! Bring your trucks, side by sides, and other toys for sand drags and barrel racing.
Pit passes are $20/day
Spectators $10/day
Kids 5-13 years old $5, kids under 5 are free
Concessions are available- but cash only! Located just West of Walsenburg between mile marker 292 and 293.
📸Colorado Mud Racing
The annual Francisco Fort Day celebration is July 29th in La Veta! Enjoy music, food, vendors, historical characters and demonstrators, kids' activities, and more! Check our website for a full schedule: www.franciscofort.org/
Fore! The Huerfano Open is August 19th and 20th at the Walsenburg Golf Course and RV Park. The course features a 9-hole public course, mini golf, a clubhouse and restaurant, with parking and hook-ups for RVs! No park pass required! Stay overnight and enjoy the beautiful views of the Spanish Peaks in the only state park with a golf course. ⛳
www.golfwalsenburg.com/golf-walsenburg
Be part of the Care for Colorado Coalition when visiting Spanish Peaks Country to practice #LeaveNoTrace. You can learn more about the Care for Colorado Principles and take the Colo-Ready quiz on our website; link is in the bio!
spanishpeakscountry.com/care-for-colorado/
Archers- this one is for you! Cuchara Valley Archery’s Fun Shoot and Competition Shoot are coming up on the 29th and 30th at Cuchara Mountain Park.
www.cucharavalleyarchery.com/events-1
The Vista Point, West Peak, Cuerno Verde, and School Nature Trails are all wheelchair accessible trails, making is possible for anyone to enjoy the beautiful views of Spanish Peaks Country!
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Looks awesome!
What is your definition of wheelchair accessible?
Is this path at Lathrop Park
West Peak is absolutely NOT wheelchair accessible by any means!!! That take you to the timberline and possibly summit. Very advanced hike! Vista Point MAYBE…. If you’ve got a seriously all terrain wheelchair that can handle super narrow paths, a pretty steady incline and a lot of big rocks for small wheels, but I still don’t see it working out well. We have an all terrain wagon that I’m glad we didn’t try to push or pull up there despite the friendly handicapped signs. I don’t understand how it’s dubbed handicap accessible.
Serving as a gateway for goods in the San Luis Valley, the Francisco Fort is now a museum of heirlooms and artifacts of local Hispanic heritage, Native American cultures, agriculture, railroad, pioneers and industry. You can tour the Fort Tuesdays through Saturdays 10am-4pm. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged.
www.franciscofort.org/
It’s a bake-off for the Cuchara/La Veta Public Library! Come taste the best pies in the area this Thursday from 5-7pm at the Cuchara Community Center and help raise money for the library. Everyone is a winner when there’s pie involved! Then take a stroll through town to check out the local shops and restaurants while taking in the views of #spanishpeakscountry!
Shop locally grown produce, baked goods, jewelry, crafts and more at our local markets this week!
Don’t miss out on the 4th of July Fireworks display at Lathrop State Park in Walsenburg today! Fireworks will begin around sunset over Martin Lake. Park passes are available for purchase to watch from Lathrop State Park.
Did you know the Walsenburg Mining Museum used to be home to the county jail?
Now, the building holds artifacts from over 100 mining camps in Huerfano County.⛏⛏
Which is your favorite mural? These are only a few you can find across the county. Comment a picture of your favorite one below!
Check out all the 4th of July celebrations going on in #spanishpeakscountryThere’s so much to celebrate in #SpanishPeaksCountry! 🎇🎆
What’s your favorite outdoor activity? Fishing? Hiking? Gravel Biking? There is tons to do in #spanishpeakscountry
Lounging...
Art in the Park is back July 1st and 2nd in La Veta! Handmade arts, crafts, jewelry, apparel, paintings, ceramics, glass, wood and more are welcome. Don’t forget to walk around town and see what other treasures you may find!
The Walsenburg Golf Course and RV Park is now open!
Last week the Walsenburg Golf Course and RV Park had their grand opening celebration.
The RV Park can host 10 on-site RVs for nightly and extended stays.
The nine-hole golf course features a driving range, miniature golf course, clubhouse and restaurant. The course is open to the public and does not require a state park pass or membership to play.
To learn more: www.golfwalsenburg.com/
A great resource for visitors along the Scenic Highway of Legends! 🙂
Andy Etheredge
Wow!!
Shawn Brown will be live at La Veta Mercantile on Saturday June 17th to share his soulful mix of jazz, blues, and Gospel music. Proceeds from the concert will go to the Shawn Brown Foundation, assisting families impacted by cancer.
Purchase your tickets at bit.ly/3N2ZO0r
Shop locally grown produce, baked goods, jewelry, crafts and more at our local markets this week!
Are any of these 4 markets here looking for musicians for this season ? WE'RE INTERESTED ! Beans and Biscuits Band (duo) and Train Song Guy (solo act) . video of Beans and Biscuits from our FB page is below.