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Presented by High Country Conservation Center and Summit County Library
Proper planning is one of the keys to getting the most out of a short-season garden. In this virtual workshop, Summit CSA Farmer and high altitude growing expert Kyla Laplante will offer tips on how to plant garden space for your family size and how to choose vegetable varieties that thrive in Summit County’s mountain environment. Attendees will also learn about timing the harvest and succession planting to make your garden more productive in a short growing season. This workshop is geared to gardeners of all levels and those new to Summit County’s growing environment.
Registration for this event has closed: Sign up to receive the recording of this event and tune in LIVE on Facebook.
Remember, community garden space is available through High Country Conservation Center, so even if you don’t have vegetable beds at home, you can grow your own food all summer long.
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What are the recycling and composting options for businesses in Summit County? What are the benefits? And what are the best practices if you’re just getting started? Discover answers to these questions and more by joining experts from HC3 for a free recycling and composting workshop.
Participants will come away with a general understanding about what it takes to set-up recycling and compost collection service, what materials are accepted, and resources and rebates available to make it happen. We’ll also hear a local business share its experience setting up compost and glass collection. Bring any questions with you – there will be a Q&A session at the end of the workshop.
Annual Hard-to-Recycle Event: Postponed
The Hard-to-Recycle event will not be held this spring, but residents are invited to bring household hazardous waste like paint and household cleaners, as well as electronic waste, to the Summit County Resource Allocation Park Monday – Friday 7am -3:30pm and Saturday 7am-noon. Learn more about HHW recycling or call us at (970) 668-5703.
Town Clean Up Week: May 15-23
The Towns of Blue River, Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, and Silverthorne are calling for volunteers to help clean up Summit County before summer. As the snow melts, those windblown and forgotten items from our busy winter season become noticeable, making spring cleaning a necessity. This year’s cleanup will take place May 15-23 to allow for time and space for physical distancing.
Cleanup supplies can be picked up from designated areas in each Town, or personal supplies can be used if preferred. Volunteers are encouraged to pick a favorite area near their home that needs attention rather than receiving an assigned area. Filled trash bags (50lbs or less) should be placed visibly near the side of the road.
Instagram Contest: Community members can post a photo of their Town Clean Up experience on Instagram by May 23 for a chance to win gift cards from local businesses. One photo entry per person. Winners will be notified by each Town after the contest has closed.
Please reach out to your specific town with any questions or concerns.
Town of Blue River
Pick up location for supplies: Blue River Town Hall
Enter to win a gift card: Tag @blueriver64 and use hashtag #bluerivercleanup via Instagram
Town of Breckenridge
Pick up location for supplies: Breckenridge Public Works (1095 Airport Road)
Enter to win a gift card: Tag @townofbreckgov and use hashtag #Breckcleanup via Instagram
Town of Dillon
Pick up location for supplies: Dillon Town Hall
Enter to win a gift card: post photo Tag @dilloncolorado and use hashtag #Dilloncleanup via Instagram
Town of Frisco
Pick up location for supplies: Outer Range Brewing Company, Highside Brewing, or Frisco Town Hall
Enter to win a gift card: Tag @friscoco and use hashtag #Friscocleanup via Instagram
Town of Silverthorne
Pick up location for supplies: Red Buffalo Coffee and Tea or Silverthorne Recreation Center
Enter to win a gift card: Tag @silverthornecolorado and use hashtag #silverthornecleanup via Instagram.
Thank you for doing your part to keep Summit County clean and beautiful!
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Join HC3 and learn what’s accepted at Summit County’s three drop-off Recycling Centers. Attendees will also learn where our recycling goes and gain an overall understanding of recycling in Summit County. This session is a great introduction for those leading recycling efforts in your neighborhood or business and anyone interested in volunteering with HC3 this summer. Bring any questions with you – there will be a Q&A session at the end of the workshop.
Registration is required and space is limited.
Music by Frisco Funk Collective
High Country Conservation Center will be the local non-profit beneficiary for the Town of Frisco’s Concert in the Park series on Thursday, July 29 with music by Frisco Funk Collective.
The Town of Frisco brings great music together for a great cause at their FREE outdoor Concert in the Park series at the Frisco Historic Park gazebo and lawn. Beer, wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase with proceeds benefitting HC3’s local conservation programs.
Come out, grab a beverage, and enjoy a fun evening of music in support of HC3!
The Frisco Funk Collective creates a high-energy, funk-fueled dance party with every show. Since its inception in 2015, the group has grown to be the premiere high Rockies powerhouse of funk. Named the “2018 Best Band in Summit”, the Collective’s unmistakable energy regularly fills dance floors in Summit County and beyond. The Collective’s rhythm section is rooted with bassist and founder Tyler Easton and renowned Venezuelan jazz drummer Leo Lopez. With Jon Neiman on tenor sax, Emily Durbin on vocals, and Eric James on guitar, the Collective creates a blend of jazz-inspired improvisation, New Orleans’s style grooves, and high-energy dance beats.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/music-events/concert-in-the-park-series/
Stumped about recycling?
Get your recycling questions answered when you join High Country Conservation Center at the Silverthorne Recycling Center throughout the summer.
Upcoming date:
- Monday, August 16, 3 pm-5 pm
HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site in Silverthorne to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!
Electric Vehicle Programs & Incentives for Your Business | August 18, 9:30 – 10:30am
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What is the current state of electric vehicles (EVs) in Colorado? What EV programs, grants, and incentives exist for businesses? And how can businesses support local and state EV goals? Discover answers to these questions and more by joining experts from HC3, Xcel Energy, and CLEER for a free electric vehicle workshop. Bring any questions with you – there will be a Q&A session at the end of the workshop.
Stumped about recycling?
Get your recycling questions answered when you join High Country Conservation Center at the Frisco Recycling Center throughout the summer.
Upcoming date:
- Saturday, August 21, 9 am-11 am
HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site in Frisco to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!
Stumped about recycling?
Get your recycling questions answered when you join High Country Conservation Center at the Breckenridge Recycling Center throughout the summer.
Upcoming date:
- Monday, August 30, 3 pm-5 pm
HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site in Breckenridge to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!
Summit Electric Vehicle Ride & Drive
It’s time to go electric! The variety of electric vehicles (EV) on the market is increasing, the network of charging stations is growing, and the tax benefits are still great…especially in Colorado.
But what’s it like to drive an EV in the mountains and during the winter? How do you charge at home or on the road? Join us at this free event to ask your EV-driving neighbors all your burning questions and test drive a few electric cars!
Event Details:
Wednesday, September 22 from 4 – 7 PM
Frisco Adventure Park (parking lots across from the Day Lodge)
** Drivers’ license required for test drives **
Models available for test drives – don’t forget your drivers’ license!
Volkswagen ID.4, Nissan Leaf, & Tesla
Thank you the following dealers: Boulder Nissan, Emich VW, and Green Eyed Motors
*If you are a Summit County EV driver, share your driver experience with the community!
Register here to bring your car to the event.
For more on EVs, check out these resources:
- Ask Eartha busts these common EV myths
- Drive Electric Colorado
- Xcel Energy EV programs and incentives
Thanks to Town of Frisco for allowing use of the Frisco Adventure Park parking lots for this event.
