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Alliance to host talk ‘Wilderness 101’
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Alliance to host talk ‘Wilderness 101’

March 12, 2018

Sheep stop and graze near Lemon Reservoir as J. Paul Brown brings them down from the Weminuche Wilderness area after a summer of feeding in the high country.Durango Herald file…

Durango Bird Club to hold workshop
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Durango Bird Club to hold workshop

March 12, 2018

The workshop, led by Jason St. Pierre, will teach birders about using eBird and the bird hotspot finder tool for bird-finding, creating checklists, reporting rare birds and more. The class…

Animas High School to explore careers
Education

Animas High School to explore careers

March 12, 2018

Students will visit with area professionals who work in agriculture, natural resources and energy. For more information, visit www.animashighschool.com.

Back Country Horsemen to meet
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Back Country Horsemen to meet

March 11, 2018

Minimalist packing when backpacking on horseback will be discussed at the meeting. For more information, call or email Julie Figg, chapter president, at 442-0575 or [email protected], or visit www.4cbch.org.

Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday
Community

Daybreak Rotary to meet Wednesday

March 11, 2018

du1-i-syn Club members Charlie Albert and Mike McGuire will talk about a recent Rotary mission to Guatemala during the meeting. The meeting is free and open to all. For more…

Conservation District opens scholarship program
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Conservation District opens scholarship program

March 10, 2018

The program appoints $1,500 scholarships to two qualifying students. To be eligible, applicants are required to have declared a major in environmental science, biology or another conservation-related major. Applications can…

Sacred Heart Parish to host Lenten fish fry
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Sacred Heart Parish to host Lenten fish fry

March 10, 2018

The meal will include breaded, battered and baked fried fish; French fries, coleslaw and drinks. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and younger. For more information,…

Animas High School to host meetings
Education

Animas High School to host meetings

March 10, 2018

The Wellness Committee will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday. The Excellence Committee will meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday. The Board of Directors will meet from 5:30…

Shaw Solar hires project coordinator
Business

Shaw Solar hires project coordinator

March 9, 2018

Harmondu1-i-syn Harmon recently moved to Durango, is a longtime advocate of renewable energy and has a background in environmental science and project management. For more information, call Shaw Solar at…

Farmers Market names market, music managers
Business

Farmers Market names market, music managers

March 9, 2018

McKinney-Gonzales is a Fort Lewis College graduate; moved to Durango in 1997; worked for the city of Durango and town of Bayfield; and has experience in management, public relations and…

Chapman Hill to hold ‘BoxZilla’ competition
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Chapman Hill to hold ‘BoxZilla’ competition

March 9, 2018

The BoxZilla rail and box competition at Chapman Hill Ski Area celebrates the end of the ski season.Durango Herald BoxZilla, the largest feature at Chapman Hill, is a combination of…

Free Medicare class to be offered Thursday
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Free Medicare class to be offered Thursday

March 9, 2018

The class will explain how to sign up for Medicare and available supplemental plans. Moore will work with participants to find them the best coverage for the lowest possible cost.…

Local food advocate speaking at Bayfield library
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Local food advocate speaking at Bayfield library

March 9, 2018

Blairdu1-i-syn Blair started to study wild plants in her teens, received an undergraduate degree from Colorado College, received a master’s degree in holistic health education from John F. Kennedy University…

Free bike clinic to be offered Wednesday
Outdoors

Free bike clinic to be offered Wednesday

March 9, 2018

Darian Harvey will teach participants how to: prevent flats; remove and reinstall tires; replace a tube; use inflation devices; clean and lube a chain; and clean bikes. For more information,…

Produce safety workshop to be held Wednesday
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Produce safety workshop to be held Wednesday

March 9, 2018

Farmers will learn about the Food Safety Modernization Act, produce safety rule, microorganisms that affect produce safety, how to identify microbial risks, practices to reduce risks and the farm food…

Fort Lewis College to host alpine wildflower talk
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Fort Lewis College to host alpine wildflower talk

March 9, 2018

Bregar will talk about his recent trip to the Alps and present photography. He regularly leads educational field trips about birds, wildflowers, hiking and climbing. The lecture is free and…

Hunter education instructors needed
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Hunter education instructors needed

March 9, 2018

Volunteer instructors connect with young or inexperienced hunters. To qualify, applicants must be 18 years old or older, have a hunter education card, undergo a background check and attend an…

Main Mall to host glamour sale
Arts and Entertainment

Main Mall to host glamour sale

March 8, 2018

Lightly used purses, hats, scarves and jewelry will be available for purchase. Proceeds go to Durango Friends of the Arts.

Hot Club of Cowtown to perform in Cortez
Arts and Entertainment

Hot Club of Cowtown to perform in Cortez

March 8, 2018

The performance is part of the 2017-18 SouthWest Colorado Concert Association series. For more information, call Jason Witt at 570-9051.

Durango Arts Center to show 50 years of art
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Durango Arts Center to show 50 years of art

March 8, 2018

An opening reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. The exhibit, a selection of artwork from 1928 to 2014, is free and open to all. For more…

Durango Arts Center to open ‘Traditions’
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Durango Arts Center to open ‘Traditions’

March 8, 2018

An opening reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit, juried by Margy Dudley, is free and open to all. For more information, call 259-2606.

Rotary Club of Durango to hear from Police Chief
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Rotary Club of Durango to hear from Police Chief

March 8, 2018

Afzaldu1-i-syn Durango Police Chief Kamran Afzal will share what he’s learned since he was appointed last April, and discuss challenges for law enforcement and future plans. Before relocating to Durango,…

Mountain Middle to screen film about anxiety
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Mountain Middle to screen film about anxiety

March 8, 2018

The film features public interviews with people who share their experiences with anxiety and aims to open a dialogue about mental health among local families, community leaders and experts. After…

Wolves to visit Purgatory Resort
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Wolves to visit Purgatory Resort

March 8, 2018

du1-i-syn A talk will be given at 12:30 p.m. The event is free and open to all. Photos are allowed. For more information, visit www.wolfwoodrefuge.org.