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SALIDA COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE
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Table of Contents
Letter from the Director 2
Policies 3
Meet the Staff 4-5
Facilities and Park Directory 6
Ongoing Projects 7
How to Rent a Park 8
Volunteer and Sponsorship Opportunities 8
Recreation Programs and Events 11
Aquatics 12
Community Partners 13-16
City Council
P.T. Wood, Mayor
719-530-2624 [email protected] Dan Shore, Council Member - Ward 1
719-221-6384 [email protected] Jane Templeton, Council Member - Ward 1
719-539-4618 [email protected] Justin Critelli, Council Member - Ward 2
719-966-9317 [email protected] Mike Pollock, Council Member - Ward 2
719-207-0019 [email protected] Harald Kasper, Council Member - Ward 3
719-221-5259 [email protected] Alisa Pappenfort, Council Member - Ward 3
719-221-2911 [email protected] PROST Board
Lisa DeYoung, Daryl Huschka, Rob White, Connor Maher, Amy Reed, Kristy Falcon, Jessica Downing, Adam Martinez
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Dear Salida,
I write to you while we are still grappling with
the COVID - 19 pandemic and our community's
response to it. The last Community Resource
Guide that we published came at was, in
hindsight, the beginning of the COVID crisis; this
one is now 8 months into it. While we have been
hard at work as a Department adjusting to Public
Health orders to keep amenities open and provide
opportunities for play and recreation, we have not
had the opportunity to fully dream of additional
programs and partnerships like we were doing
prior to the pandemic. Prior to having to focus
our energy on our response to COVID - 19, we
were hard at work developing new collaborations
with community partners and organizations. We
are now getting back to the place that we can
dream and be creative in what we provide to
the Salida Community. While this guide may not
have the traditional Recreation Programming
that previous versions did, please keep your eyes
and ears open for new and diff
erent ways that
we are serving the community. Please stay tuned
with the many projects that we are completing
to make the community a happier and healthier
place. We are excited for the opportunities that
this season brings us. Even as we
fl
uctuate
between restriction levels, please get out there
safely, have fun and enjoy Salida! We look forward
to seeing you on the trails, in the parks, and at the
pool when it is again open.
Mike 'Diesel' Post
Director of Parks and Recreation
City of Salida
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Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center Policies
All guests who utilize the Center, participate in activities at their own risk. The City of Salida Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to providing safe facilities and equipment as well as qualifi ed staff for all participants.
Food and drinks are only permitted in the lobby area.
Smoking devices, tobacco, and weapons are prohibited in the Center. Animals are prohibited unless they are service animals accompanying persons with disabilities
Please be aware of and follow all posted Center rules and guidelines. All users must register to swim through the online registration system
Age Policy
Children who are unable to swim 25 meters on their fronts without stopping must be supervised by an adult and be within arms reach in the water at all times.
Children who are 14 years of age or older and are able to swim 25 meters without stopping may be left without adult supervision. Caregivers, ages 14 to 17 years old, are allowed to bring children under 10 years old (who are able to swim 25 meters without stopping) to the pool with a note from the children’s parents.
Cell Phone/Camera Policy
Use of cameras, cell phone cameras, and video cameras are prohibited in all locker rooms and bathrooms. Any photography or videography within the Center must be approved by management.
Refund Policy:
Pass/Membership Refund Policy:
All Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center passes and memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable starting January 1, 2021.
Hardship Termination Criteria:
The following criteria must be met to qualify for a hardship refund: A job transfer outside a 25-mile radius of Salida. The pass or membership holder must provide a letter from their Human Resources Department stating that they are being transferred or have a new position.
In case of medical condition the following options are available: A Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center pass holder, member or class registrant may receive a refund if they provide a letter from their
physician stating that they are on a medical restriction of an indefi nite
nature.
A Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center pass or membership can be put on hold and the expiration extended if the participant provides a letter from a physician stating how long they are on a medical restriction.
Tree Policy
The City of Salida will plant 3 trees within the city for every 1 tree that is removed. The City also works closely with the Tree Board and professional arborists to ensure tree health and longevity.
Program Refund Policy for Cancelled Classes:
If a class is canceled or closed, you will receive a full refund in the form of a check or credit card refund. There are no cash refunds and a refund can take approximately three weeks to process.
Refund prior to the Class:
Refunds will be made only before the start of the class or activity if the client gives 24-hour notice or the client presents an acceptable hardship termination notice.
Refunds after the class:
Refunds will only be made after the class if the client presents an acceptable hardship termination notice.
Cancellation of Activities:
Due to Inclement Weather:All daytime (before 5pm) programs will be canceled when the Salida School District is closed due to inclement weather. Cancellation of evening programs (after 5pm) will be determined by 4pm. On Saturdays, information will be available on daytime classes beginning at 8am and on evening classes beginning at 4pm. The Department will issue cancellations on their Facebook and Instagram page @ salidaparksandrec as well as, sending out an email to all activity/ class participants.
Due to Low Enrollment:
The City of Salida Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment.
Scholarship Fund
We strive to keep recreational opportunities aff ordable so that all
of Salida’s youth may participate. Any family who meets the family
income guidelines is eligible for up to $100 in fi nancial aid per child
each year. Salida Recreation Youth Scholarships are awarded on a
fi rst-come, fi rst-serve basis. Scholarships are available for all types
of youth programming including swim passes. Pick up an application at the Aquatic Center or email [email protected].
Parks and Recreation Department Mission
To off er park and recreation services which are essential to the health
and well-being of those who live, work and play in Salida. We do this through the provision and facilitation of parks, recreation, open spaces and trails while working cooperatively with other service providers in order to maximize our common resources.
Non-Discriminatory Policy
The City of Salida does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other status protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act
This landmark civil rights legislation went into eff ect on Jan. 26, 1992.
It is a signifi cant step forward to make our society’s services and
opportunities fully available to all Americans by combating barriers
and prejudices that confront those of us with disabilities The City of Salida is committed to implementing the intent and spirit of this legislation. Those who may need assistance in order to enjoy our programs should contact our Parks and Recreation Department at least two weeks in advance of the program to discuss any necessary accommodations. Please contact the Aquatic Center at [email protected] prior to the registration deadline for assistance requests or inquiries.
The City of Salida has two ADA Coordinators: Sara Law (sara.law@ cityofsalida.com) and Will Taliaferro (william.taliaferro@cityofsalida. com)
We do our best!
We make every eff ort to be accurate in this guide, but we are human!
Be aware that information may be subject to change.
MEET THE STAFF
Mike “Diesel” Post
Director of Parks and Recreation
[email protected]
Mike 'Diesel' Post loves the City of Salida and his job working with the community to make it a happy and healthy place. After earning a degree in Recreation and Park Management from Penn State, Diesel
moved to Chaff ee County and made a living as a Raft Guide, Winter bum, Art, Science, and Social
Stud-ies Teacher, Bus Driver, and High School Principal. He now gets to work with Salidans to make Salida an awesome place to live, play, and raise a family because that is what he does.
Will Taliaferro
Parks and Facilities Manager
[email protected]
Will came back to this valley in 2017 to enjoy the high mountains and the rec-reation opportunities with my family and the puppies. I am fortunate to work with an amazing group of people within the city, as well as an inspiring and mo-tivated community.
Lynn Giles
Parks Worker: Irrigation Specialist
Lynn loves the small-town feel and easy-going lifestyle of Salida. Lynn’s fa-vorite parts about working in the Parks and Rec department is the variety of her jobs tasks and her co-workers.
Lee Hoxie
Parks Worker: Infrastructure Specialist
Some of Lee’s favorite things about Salida are the climate, elevation com-bined with an active community with varied interests and activities available. Salida is a unique town because all the
people have diff erent skills and
experi-ences to draw and learn from.
Dale Williams
Parks Worker: Mechanic
Dale loves the feeling of small-town mountain living. His favorite part about working in the Parks and Rec
Depart-ment is working with diff erent people on
projects.
Daniel Saul
Parks Worker: Facilities and Events Specialist
Daniel enjoys all of the recreation the
val-ley has to off er. He thinks that the wide
variety of work keeps things interesting and is always learning new skills that would transfer to any future employment I might hold.
Sam Miller
Parks Worker
Being new to Salida, Sam appreciates learning about the city's history, inter-acting with the community, and always meeting new people. He also enjoys Salida’s culture and the way that people from all walks of life can get along and take care of each other. He says Sali-da has a small-town feel with big-city dreams.
Jennifer Davisson
Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center Supervisor
[email protected]
Jennifer is one of the fortunate ones who was born and raised in this beau-tiful valley. She has been swimming at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Cen-ter for 44 years and will be employed with them for 25 years in 2020. As the Aquatics Supervisor, she takes great pride in making the pool a safe and en-joyable place for all ages to swim and play.
Ryan Wiegman
Parks and Recreation Coordinator
[email protected]
Ryan loves working with the Salida com-munity, whether it be partner organiza-tions or community members. Bringing accessibility to recreation in Salida is one of his passions and he’s looking forward to creating more recreation opportuni-ties in the future!
Cat Hileman
Parks and Recreation Administrative Coordinator
[email protected]
Cat was raised in Salida and has lived here for the majority of her life. After she left for college, she came back to Salida after real-izing she missed her hometown and wanted her kids to grow up in her own community. She has been raising her family here ever since then and loves working for the Parks and Recreation Department. Working here gives her the opportunity to connect with
community members in fun and diff erent
ways. "Every day, I get the opportunity to make someone smile"
Laura Pintane
Front Desk
Laura has been a valued member of the Parks and Recreation team for over 10 years now and has decided to move on from the department to pursue her re-tirement! We are very excited for her and proud of everything she has accomplished here with us. We wish her the best going forward and will miss having her as part of the team. Congratulations Laura!
Sara Law
Recreation and Aquatics Manager
[email protected]
Sara recently moved to Salida but has been visiting this beautiful mountain town for many years. Her favorite part of her job is getting to create fun, family-friendly programming and getting to know the Salida community bet-ter. Be sure to reach out to her if you have an idea of what recreation programs you would like to see in Salida or if you are interested in running one!
David Daley
Facilities Supervisor
[email protected]
David grew up in Salida and has loved the time he has spent at the Aquatic Center. He is proud to serve Salidans and to help pro-vide the unique Hot Springs water to his com-munity. You will most likely see him around the pool, making sure everything is running smoothly, be sure to say hi.
Aquatic Center Updates
The Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center has been open to the public through our online registration system. The new www. cityofsalida.com website directs patrons easily through the process of signing up to swim in our lap lanes or our leisure pool. The City is closely monitoring state and county man-dates via public health on best practices to keep our facility open.
In November, the locker room renovations were completed at the facility and they will reopen for public use as soon as COVID 19 guidelines allow. Our reopening plan for the Aquat-ic Center depends on the orders from PublAquat-ic Health. We are
working closely with the good folks over at Chaff ee County
Public Health to ensure a safe experience for guests visiting the pool. You can stay up to date on current orders by viewing the statewide COVID-19 Dial.
City Debuts New, Mobile-Friendly Website
On Monday, November 2, the City of Salida launched a new, mobile-friendly government website to enhance online accessibility and transparency. The site, www.cityofsalida. com, is one of the City's most valuable communication
tools by off ering a one-stop-shop for residents and visitors
to fi nd information. The site contains municipal operations
information, including City departments and staff , elected
offi cials, special events, City projects, news, arts and
recreation opportunities, and much more.
The City set several goals for redesigning the website, including:
• Provide timely, proactive and accurate information • Improve opportunities for two-way communication • Position the City as the primary source of City news • Showcase the City as a vibrant and active community • Improve mobile responsiveness and search functionality • Meet, or exceed national ADA compliance requirements
The new website makes it easy to fi nd City news and events,
contact City Council and staff , and search for local recreation
and arts opportunities.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to explore the new website and share their feedback by contacting [email protected].
Parks, Facility and Trail Directory
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(Corner of 3rd & Park Ave.)
Nuno (Corner of Pitkin and W. Park Ave)
Mac Witty
(474-498 Poncha Blvd)
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(448 E. 1st St)
Two Rivers Trail CR 120 Trail CR 140 Trail CR 160 Trail Holman Trail Stryker Trail Crestone Mesa
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2.6 0.45 7 12.2 2.88 1.6 0.8 0.13 0.55 1.75 0.18 0.4 Trailside 0.45 Skate Park 0.13 0.16 0.22 0.65 0.4 0.42 0.5 Monarch Spur Trail 2.46
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ONGOING PROJECTS
Salida's labyrinth was built with a whole lot of rock collecting and a whole lot of love. The project was a grassroots project from the Salida Recreation Board (now PROST board) and supported by Salida Mountain Trails and various other volunteers.
While building the labyrinth we tried to create as little impact on the land as possible, so the labyrinth is very 'natural.' The trail to get to the labyrinth has already had several lives because of some vandalism, and
previous fl ash fl ooding. With recent trail work, the
(hiking only) trail is now in good condition. The labyrinth is in excellent condition and welcomes all! Visit for a contemplative experience and a beautiful panorama. Please respect the labyrinth and any visitors you may encounter there.
Directions: Walk 15-20 minutes down the old county road (along the Arkansas Hills) until you get to a sign that says Labyrinth (Hiking only). The start of the trail is where Sweet Dreams comes to an end. The trail goes up that drainage and then climbs up to the mesa (that is on the left when you're at the start of the trail.) It is about another 15-20 minutes to get to the labyrinth.
Centennial Skate Park construction started moving forward in November 2020. The contractor is expecting to work through the winter to have a spring 2021 opening date. The park will include many
diff erent features including ledges, fl at bars, bank
ramps, half pipes, and a large bowl—accessible to skaters of all abilities.
On behalf of Friends of Salida Skateparks, the City of Salida was recently awarded a $10,000 grant from The Skatepark Project (formerly The Tony Hawk Foundation). Skatepark Project Grants are awarded to free, public skateparks in high-need areas of the U.S. Applicants must demonstrate a strong grassroots commitment to the project, particularly in the form of fundraising by local youth and community groups as well as include local skaters throughout the planning, fundraising and design process. Alec Beck from The Skatepark Project’s Board of Directors said, “We were delighted to approve a skatepark construction grant to The Friends of Salida Skateparks. FOSS reached out to us over a year ago to take a look at their project trajectory. It became
clear to our staff that FOSS did their homework and
has been following best practices from the get-go.
Although construction is underway for the new skatepark, FOSS is still fundraising. FOSS started fundraising in early 2019, since then they have raised nearly $30,000. In the spring of 2020, the City of Salida was awarded a GOCO grant for the skatepark. The City has decided to move forward with construction of a 14,500 sq foot skatepark. FOSS is currently raising money for power, lighting, benches and a shade pavilion. These were items that had to be removed from the construction project due to budget constraints and a fundraising slow down because of Covid-19. “We currently have a crowdfunding donation site as well as a Buy-A-Brick campaign and change donation jars around town. Every little bit helps,” said Laura Donavan FOSS board member. If you would like to learn more about Friends of Salida Skateparks fundraising go to www.go.rallyup.com/
salidaskatepark there you will fi nd more information
and a link to the Buy-A-Brick campaign. Please follow Friends of Salida Skateparks on Facebook or Instagram for project updates
Facebook: Friends of Salida Skateparks Email: [email protected]
CENTENNIAL PARK ACCESS
As part of the new Parks and Recreation master plan, centennial park is undergoing a number of renovations. Currently, the renovations of the parking and roads surrounding the park have been completed. These include parallel parking spaces along Holman Avenue, the paving of 17th street behind the Aquatic Center, and additional parking added behind the chamber building. These projects have also increased the ADA accessibility of the park.
At the same time that the park renovations were being completed, the new skate park installation process is just beginning. The project will take place through the winter
with a completion date in spring 2021. The 14,000 Square foot park went through a thorough design process and will include features for many diff erent levels of riders.
There will also be a few more projects starting in centennial park this winter. The shade structure for the ice skating rink will be assembled, which will allow the ice rink to maintain ice longer throughout the winter. Due to the skate park project, there were a number of trees that had to be removed from the park and as part of that project, there will be new trees planted in the spring to replace the trees that were removed.
Over the summer, Salida Parks and Recreation was integral in implementing the
pedestrian walkway on F street. Parks and Recreation maintained the fl owers on
F Street and ensured that the area was pleasant and safe for everyone who used it. After a survey was conducted about the F Street closure, more than half of respondents said that they loved the closure. The City learned from this year’s pedestrian walkway on F street and will be using that information to evaluate whether to do one again in 2021.
The construction project at the west corner of the Touber Building is the future home of a community garden and sitting area. This new outdoor retreat will
include fl oral landscaping, benches, and a pergola for shade. The garden is
dedicated in memory of Sonia Walter, Salida City Clerk, who passed away unexpectedly in January 2020. We hope this area becomes a quiet retreat for visitors to relax and enjoy. Future plans include building a community garden at the site to allow anyone in Salida to enjoy gardening as Sonia did.
SKATEPARK
LABYRINTH TRAIL
The City of Salida’s Parks, Pavilions, and Courts are perfect for hosting gatherings or Special Events. To get this process started, please visit cityofsalida.com/parksrec/page/rent-park where you
can fi ll out our park rental/special event application. You may
also email [email protected] and our Administrative Coordinator will be able to help you submit an application. You might need to rent a park or obtain a special event permit if any of the conditions listed below pertain to your party.
1. The expected number of participants and spectators totals 50 or more people
2. Tents, structures and/or sound amplifi cation, multiple vendors
will be present
3. The event will be providing, selling or distributing alcohol and/ or food to the public
4. The event will be holding a parade or using public right of ways (e.g., city streets, multi-use paths and sidewalks), and/or impact-ing vehicle, bike or bus traffi c
Permits are subject to approval. If your event request requires a street closure or parade, you will need additional permits from the City of Salida. Any event that anticipates a crowd larger than 100 people, requires exclusive use of the park, allows alcohol,
uses amplifi ed sound or your event lasts for multiple days, you
will need to apply for the Special Events Permit. Special Event Permits will be accepted up to 45 days in advance of the event, anything prior will not be considered.
Due to the pandemic, your event will have to be reviewed by the
Parks and Recreation Department and the Chaff ee County
Pub-lic Health Department to ensure that it is safe for our community. You may have to change your event logistics depending on what current Public Health orders are in place.
You will NOT be able to have your event if it does not comply with
Chaff ee County Public Health orders.
Our staff will gladly work with you to ensure you have a safe
event. Please reach out to recreationsupervisor@cityofsalida. com if you have questions or concerns on how to put on a Spe-cial Event during this time.
Thank You!
The City of Salida’s Recreation Department would like to say Thank You to all the Volunteers, Coaches, and Sponsors of our Programs!
Interested in Volunteering?
Volunteers are needed in special events, youth programming, aquatics, and more. Reach out to [email protected] to learn more.
Interested in Sponsoring?
Sponsorships give your business the opportunity to advertise
and promote while supporting your local community. We off er a
wide variety of sponsorship levels to fi t your needs. Reach out to
[email protected] for more information.
A park rental is the use of the park
and certain amenities however,
it does not guarantee that you
have exclusive use of the park
(see Special Event Rental).
Park Rentals can include birthday
parties, gatherings, picnics, etc.
Rental Rates
Riverside and Alpine Park
Less than 4 hours: $100 Day Rental: $200Overnight Fee: $200 Deposit: $200
All Other Parks
Less than 4 hours: $50 Day Rental: $100 Overnight Fee: $200 Deposit: $100
Courts
Centennial Tennis Court: $25/hour with $100 deposit
Alpine Basketball Court: $50/hour with $100 deposit
Pavilions
Less than 4 hours: $25 Day rental: $100 Deposit: $100
PROST Advisory board
Based on the recommendations of the Parks,
Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan
approved by the Salida City Council, the previous
Recreation Advisory Board (“RAB”) has changed to
the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails
Advi-sory Board (“PROST Board”).
This board will work with City Sta
ff
towards helping
our Department best serve the community. The
PROST Board has three goals:
• To serve as a link between the City Council, City
sta
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, and the community.
• To assist the City in evaluating and prioritizing
parks, trails, recreation, and open space projects
in the community.
• To assist the City in evaluating funding sources
for parks, trails, recreation, and open space
proj-ects in the community.
During the board's
fi
rst meeting, Lisa DeYoung
was selected as the
fi
rst chairperson. Lisa was an
integral part of the previous Recreation Advisory
Board and we are excited to have her back.
Dear Community,
Although these are challenging times we are so
fortunate to live where there are plenty of places
and spaces to get outside and recreate. The parks
and recreation sta
ff
have been working diligently
to keep our parks and open space, as well as the
aquatic center, safe and open for you to enjoy.
It is an honor to be the new chairperson of the
Parks Recreation Open Space and Trails (PROST)
advisory board. The board members, sta
ff
, and
Recreation Director have been meeting
remote-ly—to keep the board apprised of the projects and
processes in the department, and for us to provide
our input and advice based on what we learn.
Another important part of our role as an advisory
board is to be the eyes and ears of the community.
Although communication is a bit more
challeng-ing in these times, we’re always open to listenchalleng-ing to
your feedback and updating you about the
de-partment’s work.
Feel free to reach out to the Parks and Recreation
Department by emailing cat.hileman@cityofsalida.
com to be put in contact with any board member.
If you know one of us personally – please reach
out.
Be Safe. Stay Salida Strong.
With heart,
Lisa
How do I sign up for a program or activity
through Salida Recreation?
On a computer
1. Visit cityofsalida.com
2. Select “Parks and Recreation” from the menu at the top right of the screen
3. On the screen that comes up, select the activity that you are interested in (ie “Aquatics” or “Recreation”)
4. Select the program you are interested in after that and follow the prompts to continue registering for the course.
On a phone
1. Visit cityofsalida.com
2. Select the three lines at the top right of the screen which will drop down a menu
3. Select “Parks and Recreation” from the menu.
4. On the screen that comes up, scroll down, and select the activ-ity that you are interested in (ie “Aquatics” or “Recreation”)
5. For “Aquatics” scroll down a click the fi rst button labeled “Sign
up to Swim”
6. Select the program you are interested in after that and follow the prompts to continue registering for the course.
SALIDA PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS
Ski Bus
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Salida Ski Bus will not be running this year.
Kayak Roll Sessions
Kayak Roll Sessions are available for up to 10 people, depending on current COVID-19 Restrictions. You must register for roll sessions ahead of time to be able to participate. Roll sessions will not have an instructor and are intended for people to improve their skills at rolling kayaks and canoes.
Register online at cityofsalida.com Cost: $12
Time/Day: 8pm - 9:15pm Tuesdays Date: Jan 5 - April 27, 2021
Ages: 10+
Location: Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center
New Year’s Day 5k
The new year’s day 5k is an annual 5k run taking place on new year’s day. This year’s course will be taking place starting at Nuno Park to help maintain social distancing. This event will take place while practicing all state and local protocols associated with COVID-19. Register online at cityofsalida.com
Cost: $10
Time/Day: 9am Friday Date: Jan 1, 2021
Ages: All ages welcome Location: Nuno Park
Avalanche Awareness - in partnership with CMC
The Avalanche awareness program starts with a fi lm, featuring
some of the biggest names in the snowsports community, talking
about avalanche safety and where to fi nd the resources to stay
safe in the backcountry. Following the fi lm is a lecture that helps
participants recognize the signs of dangerous avalanche-prone terrain, understand avalanche safety equipment, and know where to get the education to stay safe in the backcountry. Whether you are a skier, snowmobiler, snowshoer, hiker, or someone who just enjoys spending time in the winter backcountry, this free course is an additional resource to staying safe in the mountains in winter.
Cost: Free
Time/Day: 5-7pm
Date: December 2 and January 5 Ages: All ages welcome
Location: TBD
American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course
The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Train-ing Course is to provide youth who are plannTrain-ing to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills; learn how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe and help children behave; and learn
about basic child care and basic fi rst aid. This training is designed
for youths ages 11 to 15. Cost: TBD
Time/Day: 9am - 5pm
Date: February 19 - February 20 Ages: 11-15
Location: Scout Hut
Dodgeball
Depending on COVID-19 restrictions, Salida Parks and Recreation will be hosting a winter Dodgeball league on Wednesday nights at
the Chaff ee County Fairgrounds starting in January. Please keep an
eye on Salida Parks and Recreation on social media to get the most up to date information.
Cost: TBD
Time/Day: 6-8pm Wednesdays Date: January 6 - February 3 Ages: 18+
Location: Chaff ee County Fair Grounds
Youth Writing Program - Session 2
In a program, off ered through City of Salida Parks and Recreation,
and spearheaded by local writer Kat Jahnigen, youth ages seven through 18-years-old can learn and practice various types of
cre-ative writing. The program, which off ers separate, age-appropriate
instruction will be off ered on Fridays for fi ve weeks beginning Nov.
13th and aims to nurture a love of wordplay and off er a creative
out-let in a time when the Coronavirus pandemic restricts many of the activities and social supports that youth rely on.
Cost: $25 Time/Day:
Session 2: January 15 – Feb. 19: 5 FRIDAYS
10 -10:30am and 11-11:30: Storytellers (age 7-9), two groups of 5. Prefer in-person for this group.
1-2pm: Ages 10-12. Prefer in-person for this group. 2:15-3:15pm: Ages 13-15. Either online or in-person. 3:30-4:30pm: Ages 16-18. Either online or in-person.
Date: Jan 1, 2021 Ages: 7-18
AQUATICS
At the time that this Resource Guide is being published, the Aquatic Center has a reduced number of off(or has been closed) compared to pre-COVID-19. We hope to off er all of the classes and programs that we once eringsoff ered again at some time in the future.
Private Swim Lessons
These lessons are available upon request for all ages & abilities. Each lesson is 45 minutes. Stop in or call us at (719) 539-6738 to set up your lessons today.
1 person: $25
Purchase a lesson access pass- $100 for 5 lessons
Drop-In Water Fitness Classes
During this time, all of our drop-in water fi tness classes are
regu-lated by Public Health orders. We are excited to return to a normal schedule in the future, but for now, please check for updates on class availability via the city website, city social media, or by calling the aquatic center.
Jive and Dive
A Jive and Dive is a middle school only pool party at the Aquatic Center!
Water Pilates
This class combines traditional Pilates moves with natural
resis-tance of water and with water-specifi c exercise equipment to build
core strength and aid in proper body alignment. This class
incor-porates standing and fl oating water exercise and stretching to
improve fl exibility and range of motion. Moderate intensity; leisure
pool; Teachers- Nancy Powers and Cassie Hatcher
Sunrise Water Yoga
This class takes traditional yoga poses into the warm water without
inversions or strains on the joints or muscles. It enhances your fl
ex-ibility, strength, balance, and mental well-being. Low intensity; leisure pool; Teacher- Nancy Powers
Cardio Splash
This class uses powerful invigorating movements through the water with water exercise equipment to strengthen your core, improve
fl exibility, and build cardiovascular endurance. Moderate – high
intensity; lap pool/leisure pool; Teacher- Mary Baranczyk
Water Volleyball
Start your morning off with good company and great laughs while
hitting the ball back and forth over the net. Low intensity; lap pool/ leisure pool
Arthritis Pool Therapy
A warm water workout is the best way to increase blood fl ow to
stiff muscles and frozen joints. This class uses low impact exercises
that will improve fl exibility, mobility, strength and soothe joint infl am-mation. Low intensity; leisure pool; Teachers- Mary Baranczyk and Honor Scherbarth
Splash Fitness
This Silver Sneaker class uses water resistance to improve agility,
fl exibility, balance and cardiovascular endurance. Signature Splash
boards are used to increase movement and intensity. Moderate intensity; lap pool/leisure pool;
Teacher - Honor Scherbarth
Adult Coached Swim
Coach Wendy Gorie leads the group with a written workout and helps with techniques along the way. Moderate-high intensity; lap pool;Teachers- Wendy Goire
AquaSpin Class
Cycling with upper body exercises creates a well-rounded, low impact workout. Moderate intensity; lap pool/leisure pool; Teachers- Cassie Hatcher
Salida Mountain Trails
Salida Mountain Trails (SMT) is an all-volunteer not for profi t 501c3
organization whose mission is to build and maintain non-motorized multi-use single track trails near the city of Salida. Over the past 15 years, SMT has established both the Methodist Mountain Trail System and the Arkansas Hills Trails System, and has built and/or maintains over 40 miles of trails. Most of these trails are on BLM and Forest Service lands with some connecting trails originating on the city of Salida open space. They have cooperative management/ volunteer agreements in place with all three entities.
Information -For details on any of the above, please see our website https://salidamountaintrails.org You can also sign up there for our email newsletters. Also, for more current info www.facebook.com/ salidamountaintrails
SPOT
Salida-area Parks, Open-space & Trails (SPOT) is a volunteer, non-profi t organization with a mission to promote the creation, preservation, improvement and appreciation of parks, open space and trails in the greater Salida area. SPOT volun-teers have been around since 1993 and have helped build the In-town Salida Trails System, including the popular Monarch Spur Trail. Did you know it is actually built on an old railroad bed?! With community help, we now have 8+ miles of trail loops in and around Salida and the Rodeo Run along CR120 extends all the way to Poncha Springs. Contact us for more information and ways to donate and volunteer Website-http://salidaparksopenspacetrails.org/trails/ Email info@ salidaparksopenspacetrails.org
GARNA
GARNA inspires a conserva-tion ethic through environmental education and public land expe-riences in the Upper Arkansas Valley. You can participate in year-round programs for youth and adults, residents, and visitors! Join GARNA for youth homeschool
programs every week, fi eld trips
with area schools and Boys and Girls Club, amazing fi lm festivals for the whole family in December, March, and October, Earth Day activities in April, state and national service day clean-ups on public lands in May and September, Headwaters Institute in June, Hiking
Club, Birding Club, wildfl ower, mushroom, geology programs and
more through spring, summer and fall.
Check the GARNA website and calendar at GARNA.org, sign up for our newsletter, and consider becoming a member to hear about programs fi rst.
Central Colorado Mountain Riders (CCMR)
CCMR is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofi t organization. It aims to
preserve, maintain and create motorized trail opportunities in the Central Colorado area through cooperation, education, etiquette and stewardship.
CCMR is an off -road motorcycle club focused on trail maintenance
& advocacy. We are based out of Salida, Colorado and cover the Central Colorado mountain trails. While our focus is dirt biking and single track trail, we welcome adventure bike riders as well!
Chaffee County Early Childhood Council
Chaff ee County Early Childhood Council is a nonprofi t serving
young children and their families (prenatal to age 8). Information tips and strategies are available at www.ccecc.org and on Face-book.
If you have a question about your child’s development, behaviors, or just want to talk about parenting, or you provide services to young children and families and would like to talk, contact us for a
brief, FREE, and confi dential conversation with our Early Childhood
Mental Health Consultants: Heather McFadden, LCSW, IMH-E® and Summer Martinez, LPC-C, NCC at 719-398-0198 or consultants@ ccecc.org We strive to return your phone call or email within 24 hours. We have a childcare shortage. Please call us if you are inter-ested in becoming a childcare provider at 719-221-5114.
Guidestone Colorado
Visit our website, www.GuidestoneColorado.org, or call (719) 239-0955 for more information as activities shift from online to in-person, based on changes in COVID-19 restrictions
Foodshed Alliance Farmers’ Market
Due to COVID 19 concerns, there will be no winter market this year. See you in 2021!Foodshed Alliance is a grassroots,
non-profi t organization that organizes and
operates the farmer’s markets in Salida and Buena Vista. Through the markets, Foodshed Alliance strives to strengthen relationships between local producers and consumers and elevate our community's agricultural, cottage foods, concessionaire, and artisan small businesses, with the vision of facilitating a thriving,
sustainable buy-local economy in Chaff ee County.
Foodshed Alliance
[email protected] 719-398-0301
@foodshedalliance
Ark-Valley Humane Society
Ark-Valley Humane Society serving Chaff ee County, Colorado,
provides animal intake and adoption services, lost and found pet services, emergency boarding services, spay and neuter coupons, pet cremation services, and also operates a pet food bank for pet owners in need. Ark-Valley Humane Society is open Monday thru Saturday from 12:00pm-5:30pm and closed on Sundays and be reached by phone at 719-395-2737, email at [email protected], online at www.ark-valley.org, or on Facebook!
elevateHER
elevateHER fosters self-worth and grit in young women through mentoring, outdoor adventure, and holistic wellness. Programming for girls grades 6th-12th
Check out our website for more information and registration: elevateherco.org
Or email [email protected] with any questions
Boys and Girls Club of Chaffee County
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaff ee County. GREAT FUTURES START
HERE!
Afterschool and Friday Youth Development Programming for all youth and teens age 6-18
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaff ee County seek to inspire and enable
all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their
full potential as caring, productive, responsible citizens. We off er
more than 60 diff erent programs and activities focusing on
aca-demic success, healthy lifestyles, and character & leadership A one-year membership costs $50. Friday program is $10, 830am to 530pm. Youth 13 & older are free!
The Salida Club is located at 709 Palmer Street
Membership forms available at the Club or online at www.bgc-chaff ee.org
For more information, email: director@bgcchaff ee.org or call us at
719-539-9500. We're on Facebook and Bloomz as well! Contact Info
Branch Director: Kiki Lathrop - kiki@bgcchaff ee.org
Executive Director: Brian Beaulieu director@bgcchaff ee.org
Phone: (719) 539-9500
Website: www.bgcchaff ee.org
Central Colorado UAS
Founded in 2017, the Central Colorado UAS Club is a group of indi-viduals with a common interest in sUAS drones. Members include
pilots fl ying for commercial purposes under FAA Part 107
regula-tions, hobby recreational enthusiasts, and others just interested in the technology. We promote the positive use of sUAS through monthly meetings, educational opportunities, and community
out-reach. Activities include speaking engagements, meetings, fl ying
practice, and fi eld trips.
The Salida Business Alliance
The Salida Business Alliance is a networking group for business pro-fessionals in Salida, Colorado, and the surrounding communities. We focus on supporting and giving a voice to local businesses. We work with the Chamber, City, and County to provide updates to our members and address matters that require input from our local business community. We believe in a united approach to enhanc-ing our business district and strengthenenhanc-ing our community and our economy.
All are welcome to attend our meetings, share knowledge, and col-laborate. For information on meeting visit our website, https://salida-businessalliance.org
Salida Regional Library Story Time
Join the Salida Regional Library to enjoy stories, music, and lots of fun with friends.
Children Birth through 5 years old. Storytime will be from 10 to 10:30 am and a few will be in Spanish led by Ingrid Youngblood. Due to current health restrictions, storytime is currently virtual.
Colorado Mountain College
Colorado Mountain College off ers a dynamic, innovative,
and high-quality teaching and learning experience serv-ing a diverse population in a student-centered, inclusive, and personalized learning environment. Committed to
both aff ordable and accessible education, CMC off ers
a comprehensive array of undergraduate programs and lifelong learning opportunities helping all students meet their individual educational goals. Salida students can
enroll in certifi cate, associate, and bachelor-level
class-es for CMC degree programs like EMT Basic, Certifi ed
Nurse Aide, Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Nursing
prereq-uisites. CMC Salida will also off er concurrent enrollment
general education courses for local high school students. Salida High School and Horizons Exploratory Academy students will also have access to academies to explore specifi c career pathways, like healthcare. For a full list of CMC for-credit classes visit: coloradomtn.edu/classes/ Colorado Mountain College Salida Community Educa-tion Courses:
Introduction to Geology with Emphasis on the Arkansas
River Valley: Wednesday 12pm-1pm March 17, 2021 -
April 14, 2021
This is an introduction to geology course that will inform students about the geology they can observe while driv-ing from Leadville to Salida. The goal of the course is to explore how geology is important to Coloradans. Topics will include basic geology plus natural resources. The
fi rst 5 course sessions will be off ered virtually, with a fi -nal in-person, optio-nal, half-day fi eld trip on April 24 to di-rectly relate what has been covered in the course to this amazing place we call home. The April 24th date for the
fi eld trip is tentative and weather dependent.
Fundamentals of Screenwriting: Tuesday 6pm-8pm
Jan-uary 19, 2021 - March 9, 2021
Writer/Producer Lee Ross's online screenwriting class is an in-depth dive into both the feature script (full-length
movie) and the short fi lm script. Ross will explore the
fundamentals of writing practice and the tools needed
to write your fi rst screenplay. Ross has written and
pro-duced both award-winning shorts and feature fi lms and
has studied theater/fi lm over the past 35 years. Ross
guides all students over the age of 15 into the full land-scape of developing and creating authentic characters and storylines. This 8-week virtual class includes free screenwriting software and a pdf of course work through the two months.
Check out coloradomtn.edu/community-education/ classes/ for more information and to register for classes.
Wellness U with HRRMC
HRRMC's community wellness program is designed to help people learn how to take an active role in their health.
Our diff erent classes and programs will provide you with
the tools you need to understand how to prevent disease and injury, improve your health, and enhance the quality of your life. The Wellness U program is committed to im-parting useful health and safety advice to the people of the Upper Arkansas River Valley.
The HRRMC Wellness U gym hosts classes for the
com-munity, patients, and HRRMC staff that include exercise,
education, cooking, stress management, and a compre-hensive medical wellness retreat. New in the summer of 2020 was the Wellness U Outdoor Exercise Studio; a 2,500 sq ft area of shaded synthetic turf overlooking mountains. Located along the public HRRMC walking trail. See a complete schedule of classes and get more info at www.hrrmc.com/wellness-u.
LEAGUES
Youth Basketball
2020/2021 Youth Basketball Leagues have been canceled for this year due to COVID-19 Concerns. We’ll see you next year!
Chaffee County Soccer Club
Chaff ee County Soccer Club, a non-profi t
organization, was formed to promote and foster the development of soccer
for players of all ages in Chaff ee County,
Western Fremont County, and other adjacent counties. The highest standards of competitive and recreational play are encouraged through unity, sportsmanship, professional, and volunteer coaching with ongoing education conducted in a safe
and enjoyable environment. We off er two
outdoor youth seasons per year in the Spring and Fall, as well as indoor futsal during the winter months, and a Summer adult league. For more information or to register, visit salidasoccer.org or contact Aaron Dobson at [email protected].
Roller Derby
The Ark Valley High Rollers (AVHR) are an
all-female owned and operated fl at-track
roller derby league composed of skaters in the Arkansas Valley Area of Colorado. Through the sport of roller derby, the mission of AVHR is to develop and amplify the athleticism, wisdom, courage, and fortitude of its skaters. AVHR aims to empower and inspire women by demonstrating physical
and mental strength both on and off the
track, and by providing positive athletic role models to our community. Email training@ arkvalleyhighrollers.com to learn more about how to join or volunteer!
Chaffee County Amateur
Hockey Association
Are you a hockey player looking for more
ice time? Look no further! The Chaff ee
County Amateur Hockey Association may be in its infancy but they want you to participate. Follow them on Facebook at @
chaff eecountyicerink or go to their website
at chaff eecountyice.com to learn more.
Pickleball
Join the fastest growing sport in the United States! Pickleball is a great game and the local club welcomes players of all levels and abilities. To learn more about their scheduled indoor and outdoor play visit www.peaktopeakpickleball.com
Salida Tennis Club
The Salida Tennis Club (STC) came into existence about 20 years ago. Our goal is to promote the lifelong sport of tennis to people of all ages and abilities. Not only is tennis good exercise, but it can also be competitive and fun.
The public is invited to participate in all of the club’s special events. Come check out the Salida Tennis Club! Contact co-presidents Bob Provorse at 719-338-8667 or Jane Provorse at 719-338-8683 for more information.
Softball
Salida Parks and Recreation is working on creating a softball program with the previous league management. Together we hope to create a thriving program to get youth outside and enjoying the comradery that youth sports provide. Registration will open in April 2021. For more information visit cityofsalida.com.
Baseball
Salida youth baseball has been a staple of the community for many years. It provides youth with a place to learn the basics of baseball while becoming team players. Look for registration on the Parks and Recreation section of the cityofsalida.com website April 2021.
Dodgeball
Winter dodgeball fi rst started through Salida
Parks and Recreation in the winter of 2019-2020. We look forward to providing the program again for the public. Registration will be available online at cityofsalida.com
Kickball
Salida Parks and Recreation brought you
the fi rst city-run kickball league in 2020 and
we are looking forward to bringing it to you again in 2021. Registration will be available in late summer 2021 at cityofsalida.com at the Parks and Recreation tab.
Volleyball
Salida Parks and Recreation will be off ering
a recreational volleyball league during the summer of 2021. Follow our social media and check cityofsalida.com for more information on this league as the summer draws closer.
Family Youth Initiative (FYI)
All FYI programming is FREE!
Chaff ee County Mentors
Adults mentoring youth ages 7-21 in Chaff ee County.
“Who mentored you?... Pass it on”
Are you over 21 and interested in making a diff erence in a youth’s
life? Chaff ee County Mentoring is currently looking for more mentors
for youth in our community! If you’d like more information or to sign
up, please contact Kenny Wilcox: kwilcox@chaff eecounty.org,
719-221-0238 or check us out on our website: https://chaff eecountyfyi.
org
January is National Mentor month: January 8 is “I am a mentor day!”
January 17 is “International mentor day!”
January 30 is “Thank your mentor day!” Contact a person who’s been a mentor in your life and thank them for being there!
Nurturing Parenting Program
This program includes weekly parenting skills classes that empha-size parenting strengths while learning new skills through facilitator-led lessons, role plays, sharing of experiences, and group discus-sion. The courses run 12-16 weeks and cover such topics as brain and body development of children, recognizing and understanding
emotions, using eff ective consequences, stress and anger
manage-ment, and more. Classes normally include the whole family and din-ner together, however, due to COVID-19, our classes will remain on Zoom through at least summer 2021 to be reevaluated at that point. Spring Classes Starting in January 2021
Specifi c dates and times to be determined
1. Parents/Caregivers and their 0-5-year-old children 2. Parents/Caregivers and their 6-12-year-old children 3. Parents/Caregivers and their teens, 12-18 years
Guiding Good Choices
Guiding Good Choices is a fi ve-session program that teaches
par-ents of middle-schoolers how to reduce the risk that their children
will develop drug problems, and is specifi cally designed to
strength-en parstrength-ents’ family managemstrength-ent skills, parstrength-ent-child bonding, and children’s peer-resistance skills. Children
attend one session, which concentrates on peer pressure. The other four sessions involve only parents and include instruction in four areas:
Identifying risk factors for adolescent substance use and creating strategies to enhance the family’s protective processes
Developing eff ective parenting skills, particularly those regarding
substance use issues
Managing anger and family confl ict
Providing opportunities for positive child involvement in family activi-ties
Spring Classes Starting January 2021, dates and times to be deter-mined
For parents/caregivers of children ages 9-14
For more information or to sign up, contact Ann Marie Swan,
719-239-1213, aswan@chaff eecounty.org or check us out on our
web-site: https://chaff eecountyfyi.org
Salida Dog Club
The Salida Dog Club was formed over a decade ago to help improve the lives of our four-legged citizens in the valley. Members have committed time, sweat, and funds in order to create and maintain
the facilities we have today. Visit www.salidadogclub.org to fi nd out
ways you can participate and contribute, and to fi nd out about the
latest pup happenings in the Salida and the Upper Arkansas Valley.