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In the months leading up to the Cortez Gun and Sportsman Show, event organizer Steve Blackwell promised something spectacular.<\/p>\n
Two days removed from the event, there is little doubt that Blackwell\u2019s promise materialized.<\/p>\n
Taking place at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds, April 25-27, this year\u2019s Cortez Gun and Sportsman Show drew more than 250 vendors and just under 3,000 patrons.<\/p>\n
Several local vendors joined sales people from across the country, offering a diverse array of products, including guns, ammo, outdoor products and security systems.<\/p>\n
Also present at the show were several unique venders, including Cortez hair salon Hair Headquarters, which provided haircuts.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re doing well,\u201d said hair stylist Debbie Tucker. \u201cThis is the second year that we\u2019ve been here, and it has done really good for us.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to the show\u2019s many vendors, several local political candidates were present, speaking with constituents and answering questions.<\/p>\n
Among them was Montezuma County Commissioner candidate James Lambert, who briefly discussed the value of hosting large-scale events in the county.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s great to have things like this in the area, for sure,\u201d Lambert said. \u201cThe climate, the people and the scenery make this place special.<\/p>\n
Rounding out those who set up tables at the show were several Wounded Warriors organizations, church groups and high school teams.<\/p>\n
Among the teams in attendance was the Montezuma-Cortez High School cheerleading team, which sold baked goods at the event.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe appreciate all the donations that are being given to us,\u201d cheerleader Tydall Davis said. \u201cWe\u2019re excited because (the money we raise here) is going to toward new uniforms, competitions and camps.\u201d<\/p>\n
Also featured at the event was a car show that featured several classic vehicles and a quick-draw demonstration.<\/p>\n
The M-CHS football team seamlessly managed event parking, while several local businesses and hotels profited from outside individuals attending the event.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was definitely a good start to the summer months for Montezuma County,\u201d Blackwell said. \u201cVendors remarked that they are never treated as well as they are in Cortez.\u201d<\/p>\n
Pplans are already in the works for next year\u2019s show, which, according to Blackwell, will offer the same community benefits as this year\u2019s event.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Four Corners Rifle and Pistol Club will continue to make this a yearly event in Montezuma County,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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