On a listing appointment the other day I was able to visit CORA (Campground of the Rockies).  I had only heard about it but never had the opportunity to visit.  What a little gem this place turned out to be.  This is what so many people looking to buy in Park County are actually looking for… a camping spot that they can leave their camper on year round. 

With the many lots they have out there, I can only imagine the fun they must have there.  The campground is a membership park for the private use of members and their guest.  It is located in the heart of beautiful South Park Valley.  Only 100 miles to Denver and 80 miles to Colorado Springs.  Recreational facilities on common areas for the use of all lot owners include a lodge with a huge…

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Deepan Dutta - ddutta@summitdaily.com

All fairy tales deserve a happy ending. In the case of Isak Heartstone, the Breckenridge trail troll, it’s a happy rebirth.

After being dismantled last year amid safety and traffic concerns at its original location near the Wellington neighborhood, the beloved and popular 15-foot-tall wooden troll has been rebuilt and restored to its former glory at a new, serene location behind Stephen C. West Ice Arena on Boreas Pass Road at the south end of town.

On Friday morning, troll creator and Danish artist Thomas Dambo was on hand to restore Isak’s namesake heartstone to his restored wooden body, which was constructed from recycled wood pallets gathered by volunteers from around town.

The perfectly…

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Well here we go. Getting green and creeks are wet. Calves everywhere and birds singing. Time to get up here. You must get up here. You must ride to the fence where the west commences. You must listen to the breeze in the cottonwood trees. You must gaze into the stars until you lose your senses. Then you must come see us to buy a real live piece of this reality. We are here to find you that piece of heaven on earth. We love to get involved in your dream and fulfilling it. We also like to make some Laddybucktovos.

               We are full time, seven days a week kind of place with lots of years in this business. Lots or cabins, big or small. We have them all. We know the area and the rules. We can tell you a good deal or tell you to take a…

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2019 Town of Fairplay Events

Board of Trustees meetings – 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month, 6pm except legal holidays.

 

March 2nd Fairplay's Mountain Mardi Gras Celebration, join us on "Bourbon Street" in Fairplay at the American Legion, 601 Clark Street. Authentic Cajun Cuisine, Cash Bar with Hurricanes, Costume Contest, Crowning of the Mardi Gras King & Queen, New Orleans style music provided by DJ, Sound Junction, Dancing, Beads, Tarot Card Readings, Face Painting and more. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Adults only. This event benefits the Fairplay American Legion Post #172. Stop by Town Hall at 901 Main Street or call 719-836-2622 for tickets. (poster) (menu)
April 6th Casino Night, presented by…

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