All Entries in the "Recreation" Category
Drought Conditions Expand across Southeast Colorado, NWS April 2023 Update
DROUGHT INFORMATION STATEMENT National Weather Service National Weather Service Pueblo Co for Apr 15, 2023 SYNOPSIS: A predominately strong westerly flow pattern was in place across the Rockies through the month of March, which brought ample moisture and snowfall to areas along and west of the Continental Divide, as well as generally cool, dry […]
May Family Presents Conservation Efforts on May Ranch
The May family offered an overview of their continued conservation efforts on their southeast Colorado ranch during a recent Lamar Rotary meeting. Dallas May said that when the land was purchased, the family decided at that time, it’s purpose would be to go hand in hand to coexist with wildlife and to protect […]
Lamar Councilwoman Transitions to City Employee
Anne-Marie Crampton, who has served as a Lamar City Councilmember since 2011, resigned her post during her last council session on Monday, April 10th. Lamar Mayor, Kirk Crespin, on behalf of the city, presented her with a plaque of appreciation for her consistent dedication to the city. That dedication will continue as Crampton […]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife FREE Kids Fishing Days
Kids Fishing Days is coming in southeast Colorado. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is sponsoring a series of free weekly fishing events for kids 15 and under at various spots through April and May. There are a limited number of fishing rods, so bring your personal gear if you have it. Limited to one rod […]
April 8: Boggsville Clean-up Day
Boggsville clean up day is rapidly approaching, Saturday, April 8th, and I am hoping for a warm day to get the site ready for this season’s visitors. For you who have not been to Boggsville as of late you will have a pleasant surprise. Both houses have had some major remodeling done, […]
Chamber Chatter March 2023
Just a short update to let you know what the Chamber is working on. We have started working on Lamar Days. Did you know it’s Lamar’s 137th birthday? So, mark your calendars for May 19th & May 20th! May 19th~Hamburger/Hot Dog luncheon~11:00am-2:00pm No Booze Cruise Poker Run~6:00pm If you need more information, please contact […]
Fun Learning for HOPE Center Students
Dozens of students from the HOPE Center at the former Lincoln School in Lamar have been treated to a unique learning experience this month. Dinosaurs, pizza, prizes, a movie and a fun way to learn. Under the guidance of HOPE President, Byron Hall, and Chief Probation Officer of the 15th Judicial District Probation Department. […]
Sand Creek Foundation Grant for Storytelling
The Sand Creek Massacre Foundation is pleased to announce that it has been awarded an Inclusive Storytelling grant from the National Park Foundation. This grant will enable the foundation to fund such important projects as: Recording and preserving Cheyenne and Arapaho oral histories Assisting the National Park Service in developing a temporary exhibit at the Sand […]
Public Forum Held for Brownfields Assessment Grant
Several dozen residents and City of Lamar representatives were on hand for Project 101, EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant on March 9th at the Lamar Community Building. Keeley Campbell and Mark Christiansen from Ayres Planning and Development led the come and go session which presented several maps of the city where attendees could highlight […]
LCC Ranch Horse Team Earns Impressive Ranks at First Collegiate Competition
March 7, 2023 (Lamar, Colo.) — Lamar Community College’s (LCC) ranch horse team earned impressive ranks at The Spring Celebration Show, held at the B.W Pickett Equine Center in Fort Collins, Colo. This was the team’s second show and first collegiate competition. The riders earned the following placements: Aubrie Brown, Gunnison, Colo., limited non-pro: 6th overall, […]
Mile High Youth Corps awarded $342K GOCO Grant to Pilot Conservation Corps Work in Eastern Colorado
DENVER – Today the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board awarded a $342,445 grant to Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) to conduct a two-year pilot program to assess the viability and sustainability of an Eastern Colorado-based conservation service corps. The grant is part of GOCO’s Planning and Capacity program, which invests in projects that address […]
Iron Men Retreat Set for March 24-25th
The first annual Prowers County, “Iron Men Retreat” will be headquartered for services and meals at the Missionary Baptist Church at 507 South 14th Street in Lamar while various competitive activities will be held around Lamar. Afternoon events include: sporting clays (bring your own gun/ammo), disc golf tournament, fishing competition, long range rifle […]
CPW Seeks Reps to Serve on Colorado Outdoor Partnership
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is accepting membership applications to fill two sportsperson representative positions on the Colorado Outdoor Partnership (CO-OP). Interested individuals are invited to fill out an online membership application no later than Monday, March 13, 2023. The CO-OP is a collaborative of leaders that share the state-level vision that in 2050, Colorado’s […]
Application Period for Colorado Big Game Licenses Underway
DENVER – Hunters hoping to draw a big game license in Colorado in 2023 are urged to review the changes in license requirements and fees in the 2023 Colorado Big Game brochure prior to the March 1 opening of the primary draw application period (March 1 – April 4 at 8 p.m. […]
HOPE Center, Kids and Dinosaurs!
Dinosaurs, a brand-new science fiction movie, pizza, prizes, party and dinosaur poop?? Byron Hall, Chief Probation Officer for the 15th Judicial District and a member of the HOPE Center has put together a fun learning experience for area kids which comes together with free tickets for the showing of the new science fiction […]
