Grand County Matters
Interesting people and compelling stories from the people who live, work & love Grand County - Grand in personality, importance, impact, geography, history, recreation, and soooooo much more. I want to capture these stories and experiences in Grand County and share them with you. From Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, Parshall, Kremmling and all the lakes & land in between. Online at www.grandcountymatters.com
Episodes
29 episodes
Art, Art Exhibits, Art Events and a Center for Creative Arts
I think we all know that Grand County has tremendous art, art exhibits & art events. But I bet you didn't know there is a plan underway to create a new space for the Creative Arts! Today I talk with Steve Fitzgerald, Cha...
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Episode 30
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44:41
Grand County EMS
Did you know that Grand County EMS responded to 2,600 calls in 2019, and expect ongoing growth to 3,500-4,000 calls in 4-5 years? And, 56% percent of those calls are for Grand County residents, 22% are for Colorado residents and another 2...
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Episode 29
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34:03
Denver Water with Jessica Alexander
Denver Water was founded in 1918 and has built an elaborate collection system to route snowmelt to the Front Range for Denver Water customers. Denver Water began diverting water through the Moffat Tunnel in the 1930s to deliver water to the Cit...
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Episode 28
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28:16
The Story of the Granby Bulldozer Rampage
On June 4, 2004, Marvin Heeymeyer unleashed his gigantic, armored, tank-like bulldozer upon the small town of Granby. It was an act of defiant, but misguided, revenge upon those who he perceived had done him wrong in a long series of loca...
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Episode 27
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48:43
Trinidad: Once dubbed the "sex change capital of the world" by the New York Times
Award-winning author, and Granby resident, Martin J. Smith discusses the little-known history of Trinidad, Colorado, and his new book, Going to Trinidad. Once dubbed the "sex change capital of the world" by the New York Times, Trin...
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Episode 26
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56:57
Huts, Water & Local Government with Andy Miller
President, Upper Colorado River Watershed GroupFounder & Project Manager, Grand Huts AssociationTown of Fraser TrusteeJoin us for a wide-ranging discussion on water to huts to development and learn some interesting details:<...
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Episode 24
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56:40
Kirk Klancke - President, Colorado Headwaters Chapter, Trout Unlimited
Let's talk about water! Kirk and I discuss the challenges with stream health in Grand County. We cover a wide range of topics, including the history of water diversion, the chronology of water projects including the Grand Ditch, the Mof...
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Episode 23
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48:56
Grand Crew program for at-risk High School students in Grand County
Maggie Michalowski, Grand Crew Program Coordinator at Middle Park High School, along with Sam Taylor, a student in the Grand Crew program. Grand Crew is designed to help at-risk students who may be struggling in the traditional educ...
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Episode 22
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52:39
Cori Sanders - 5th Generation Fraser Family
Cori Sanders shares her story as a 5th generation Grand County family. Having grown up as a resort kid, Cori and her family face the same seasonal employment challenges many Grand County residents face today, dubbed the Seasonal Syndrom...
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Episode 21
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38:37
Patrick Brower - Grand Enterprise Initiative
Patrick Brower is the Enterprise Facilitator for the Grand Enterprise Initiative and has lived in Grand County for most of his adult life. Patrick is passionate about building a strong future for Grand County by supporting local business owne...
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Episode 20
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41:56
Brian Werner - Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District
Have you ever wondered what happens to all the water in the reservoirs and lakes in Grand County? What is it for? Where does it go? Who manages it? In 1937, the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District was created to jointly o...
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Episode 19
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44:52
Rami Carter - Strawberry Creek Ranch
Rami & I discuss Strawberry Creek Ranch - event venue, horse boarding facility, working ranch, and much more. We review a little history of the venue and discuss the incredible beauty of the property. Unlike the big fancy weddi...
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Episode 18
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39:46
Tara Sharp - Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce
Tara Sharp, Executive Director of the Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce, shares her love for Kremmling, the tremendous sense of community among residents, as well as the many and varied recreation opportunities in the area. We also discuss our...
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Episode 17
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35:56
Brett Schroetlin - Grand County Sheriff
Brett D. Schroetlin is the Sheriff of Grand County. Sheriff Schroetlin was sworn into office in January 2015 and is now in his second term. Grand County home to over 15,000 year around residents, thousands of second homeowners, and visite...
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Episode 16
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51:53
Tom Carey - Winter Park Ski Education Foundation
Tom shares his unique journey to Grand County and some great history of Nordic ski jumping in Grand County. Primarily, however, we discuss the Winter Park Ski Education Foundation (WPSEF) which was established in 1987 as a 501(c...
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Episode 15
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1:01:51
Catherine Ross - Winter Park & Fraser Chamber
Catherine Ross, Executive Director of the Winter Park & Fraser Chamber of CommerceThere is more to the Chamber than great events and concerts in the park...Catherine shares the purpose of the Winter Park & Fraser Chamber...
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Episode 14
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52:35
Julie Martin - Granby Recreation Department
Julie Martin, Recreation Director for the Town of GranbyThe Granby Recreation Department offers all sorts of programs, including youth and adult sports, youth day camp, adult enrichment and fitness classes, special events and preschool ...
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Episode 13
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27:31
Tony Rosacci - Eagle Wind Sound Recording Studio
Eagle Wind Sound is a full-service recording studio located in Winter Park which combines professional top-of-the-line equipment, decades of recording experience and a breathtakingly inspirational environment. Owner & Co-Founde...
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Episode 12
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52:42
Helen Sedlar - Mountain Family Center
Mountain Family Center has been serving the people of Grand County for 42 years. Originally started by a handful of volunteers who simply wanted to help their neighbors, the Mountain Family Center is now a central distribution system for food, ...
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Episode 11
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39:20
Emma Trainor - Sky Hi News
Emma Trainor, Publisher of the Sky-Hi News, shares the inside details on the Sky-Hi News, the relationship with Colorado Mountain News Media, the many publications offered as well as services related to digital media & marketing for small b...
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Episode 10
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47:39
Meara McQuain - Headwaters Trails Alliance
Meara moved to Grand County over 15 years ago after exploring many communities in Colorado after spending her summers in Estes Park as a child. Meara joined HTA in 2014 after working for over 20 years in the non-profit sector. Working for HTA a...
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Episode 9
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50:34
Schelly Olson - Grand Fire Protection District 1
Schelly Olson, a fulltime Grand Lake resident for the past 16 years, wears many hats. Her day job is the Assistant Chief of Administration & Community Risk Reduction at Grand Fire Protection District. Her side gig is acting as a Public Info...
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Episode 8
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45:14
Santa Claus - Exclusive Christmas Morning Interview
Much to our surprise; Santa called into the show Christmas morning immediately following his big night delivering presents. Although we only had the chance to chat for about 15 minutes, Santa shares a few interesting facts about his workout rou...
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Episode 7
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11:56
Shanne Ganne - Grand County Historical Association
I had a great conversation with Shanna Ganne, Executive Director of the Grand County Historical Association.Did you know Grand County is home to 4 museums and gift shops featuring local history? Not only that; did you know there used to...
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Episode 6
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44:20
Miranda Fisher - KRKY Ski Country Radio & The Lift FM
New on Grand County Matters: Miranda Fisher, General Manager of Always Mountain Time, operators of The Lift FM & KRKY Ski Country Radio. Miranda shares her history, her journey to Always Mountain Time and her love for broadcasti...
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Episode 5
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37:22
