The Conifer area is surrounded by the beauty of the mountains which all of us are able to enjoy on a daily basis. Throughout the year, we share this beauty with people from all corners of the world as they travel the 285 Corridor. Wouldn’t it be phenomenal for Conifer to burst into color each spring with wildflowers that we could share with our visitors and friends? The way to accomplish this is by sowing millions of wild flower seeds. "Color Conifer" has been initiated by the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce and, according to Max Anderson, who launched this project, this could eventually be an area-wide challenge.
Max has developed a list of goals for the project that
include the following:
• Ask civic and volunteer groups to join the effort, both in donations and spreading seeds
• Have the schools get involved. Grade schools children could participate in a coloring contest. High school students to help spread seeds.
• Shopping centers could share in the cost of seeding their centers and merchants could get involved in seeding and putting out potted flowers.
• Obtain permission from CDOT on seeding the sides of the highway.
• Work with Jefferson County Open Space about seeding their properties.
• Get individual citizens involved in seeding their property.
• Ask a Colorado State University Extension Agent to assist in education of "how, what, and when.".
• Have everyone give packages of seeds to their friends and customers.
• Ask organizations to adopt a stretch of highway or one of our trail heads. Imagine driving into the Aspen Park valley and seeing Meyer Ranch covered in wildflowers. Imagine having the Conifer Area Music Festival in a sea of wildflowers.
To be successful we need as many groups and people working toward the common goal to "Color Conifer."
If you or your organization has an interest, please contact Max Anderson at 303-816-4554. We would love to have you as one of the founding planners or one of the first participants of Color Conifer.
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Do Something 101, created by American Idol winner Jordin Sparks, encourages teens to collect school supplies and drop them off at any Staples from July 6 through August 31, for students in need. Staples’ stores have donated $50,000 in school supplies to the cause. Staples’ customers may donate $2 at any Staples store location, with 100 percent of the proceeds benefiting local teens in need.
Jan Switzer, MA, will present a spiritual retreat for women from 6 p.m. on Friday, September 19 through 1 p.m. Sunday, September 21 at the Mountain Retreat at 14372 Jubilee in Pine.
The retreat includes all housing and meals, and includes meditation, stretching and simple yoga, conversation and journaling.
The Mountain Retreat is a wonderful place for the quiet serenity of a mountain getaway. Enjoy the beautiful views and catch a glimpse of wildlife. There is even a hot tub for relaxation and conversation.
The retreat is $250 and $150 is required to hold your spot. It is limited to 12 women. To register, please mail payment to Jan Switzer, M.A., PO Box 868, Conifer, CO 80433-0868. If you wish to pay by credit card, you may contact Jan directly at 303-816-0075. She also may be reached by e-mail at jan.switzer@gmail.com.
The Conifer Historical Society and Museum is holding its first annual pioneer picnic on Sunday, August 24 at the Pleasant Park Grange on Pleasant Park Road. Tickets are $10 per adult, $5 for 12 and under, $5 for “Pioneers” who have lived continuously in the Conifer area for 40 years or more.
Reservations must be made for this event and can be secured by calling Suzi Morris 303-697-0781. The menu includes barbecue brisket, sides, lemonade and ice cream. Come chat and enjoy picnicking under the trees with our treasured residents who have lived our history. Please contact any longtime residents you know and encourage them to attend.
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