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Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “The love of a family is life’s greatest blessing.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Mary, Bailey and Charles at https://homesindurango.com/about-charles-mary
Our Lovely Local Animas River
One of our favorite features about Durango is the Animas River, as it runs through the middle of town. For years, this river has provided a variety of outdoor adventures. According to this article on the Duranglers website, “The Animas River is the major stream draining the high alpine terrain of the Needle Mountains. It heads in small meadows on the flanks of Cinnamon Mountain north of Silverton, then plunges through wild canyons as...
Virtual 360 Tour! Executive Masterpiece!
Spectacular executive home on 5 acres with mountain, pond and some Lake Nighthorse views. Horses are allowed and the land is all usable. Dramatic great room with tongue and groove vaulted ceiling and a magificent stone fireplace. The open concept kitchen features granite countertops, custom designed cabinets, built in refrigerator, wine fridge, a very large breakfast bar and lots of windows for plenty of natural light. Check out the...
Lake Powell
Each week we feature a lifestyle blog on activities in and around Durango. This week, our feature is not on a Durango activity, but It’s a local favorite place to visit: Lake Powell. Many of us venture to Lake Powell throughout the year—whether for fishing, hiking, or boating and water activities, there is a plethora of adventure. Best of all, the lake is open now! Lake Powell is over 2,000 miles of shoreline and is about 186 miles...
HP & Me – A Gift From God
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! Life can really be a roller coaster until we find the ‘ocean of peace’ in this moment. That is when we give our self to the inner retreat, our place of being where we nourish ourselves by the ‘Peace’ that God brings. We overcome depression and limitation by learning how to expand our consciousness through new heights, breaths, depths, and lengths that come with the visualization of...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “In my defense, I was left unsupervised.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
Virtual 360 Tour! Mountain Dream Catcher!
This is a dream home come true! This beautifully maintained home is nestled on a 1 acre lot in the tall pines. Walls of windows bring the outdoors in and provide an abundance of natural light. This open concept design boasts a spacious family room with a soaring vaulted/cathedral ceiling, a gas fireplace and gorgeous laminate wood floors. The light and bright kitchen is open to the family room and has a large breakfast bar which is...
Durango Planning E-Bike Trial At Twin Buttes
At the end of June, the city of Durango will allow pedal-assist electric bikes on 10 miles of trails at Twin Buttes Open Space. Although this one-year trial is the second of its kind in Durango, it’s the first time e-bikes will have been allowed on natural trails. Durango City Council gave Parks and Recreation the go-ahead for the project at a recent City Council meeting. Important preparations The trial will only permit Class One...
Purgatory Opens for Summer Activities!
June 20 marks an exciting day for Durango—Purgatory opens for the summer season! Each year, Purgatory hosts several fun activities for locals and tourists alike, and we are excited to see 2020 is no exception. Of course, most people know it as our local ski resort, but summertime is also a fun time to enjoy the outdoors at Purgatory. There is a morning session and an afternoon session available to help minimize crowds. The Alpine...
Therapy Dogs to the Rescue for Airport Stress
You may have seen guide dogs for visually impaired people at the airport, and if you’ve spent much time there, you’ve no doubt noticed security dogs that are able to sniff out a wide range of smuggled objects and substances, going far beyond illegal drugs and explosives. Some dogs have been so highly trained they can detect live, illegally transported animals sold via the black market, poached rhino horns and harmful plant species. A...
SOCIAL DISTANCING/SHELTER-IN-PLACE HUMOR
Laughter is The Best Medicine! Please Enjoy! Love is the most powerful force in the Universe. It’s a great day to be creating miracles.
HP & Me – It’s the Little Things That Count
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! Do not be fooled by the illusion of “big things” or false posture. The little things in life add up and train us to nourish ourselves deeply and unfold our true self into the world, molecule by molecule. We go onward and forward in life no matter what by being the avant-garde for the little sparks of life we can cultivate each day. It’s the Little Things That Count – S1:E11...
Durango Concert Series Online
Charles Leslie, director of the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, says the popular Music in the Park summer concert series will head online with artists performing from the concert-hall stage and from their home studios.
Durango Farmers Market Open
Did you know that the farmers market is open for business in 2020? 2020 Market Season – now until October 31st Saturdays – TBK Bank Parking Lot 8 AM to 12 Noon (9 AM in October) Social distancing plans in place! The Market will be funtioning as a “food chain supplier” or basically, a local out-door grocery store! We will not be focusing on the “community gathering place” environment we normally...
How to Adopt a New Pet During COVID-19
Pets need good homes at all times, regardless of what’s going on in the world. If you’ve been wanting to adopt a pet, you can still do so during the pandemic. Some pet shelters and breeders might have different policies during the pandemic, but you can still find many pets to choose from. Here’s everything you need to know about the process. First, Pick the Pet That’s Right for You Each type of pet and specific breed has its own...
Virtual 360 Tour! Nestled in the Pines
Enjoy amazing fishing in the Los Pinos (Pine) River which is accessed through the subdivision. There is no HOA. Vallecito Lake which also has great fishing, water skiing, jet skiing and other boating activities is very close. This would make a wonderful second home/vacation rental or for year round living. Check out the Virtual 360 Tour HERE For more amazing properties visit homesindurango.com
HP & Me – You Always Hurt the One You Love
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! We should be more sensitive to the ones around us. Joy and compassion slows down from the energy of the daily world to life’s beauty and wisdom which we should beam through our eyes and broadcast through our words. We do not hurt the ones we love if we are truly God-centered in Light. You Always Hurt the One You Love – S1:E10 The HP & Me podcast is a much needed dose of...
Bailey’s Bits
Bailey’s Bits “Ways to my heart: 1. Buy me food, 2. Make me food, 3. Be food.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Meet Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/meet-bailey
Virtual 360 Tour! Views! Views! Views!
Enchanting home nestled on a 1 acre lot with towering pine trees and breathtaking views of the mountains and the Pine River valley. This custom built 2 bedroom 2.5 bath home has walls of windows that bring the outdoors in and provides an abundance of natural light throughout. The dramatic great room has a soaring vaulted ceiling, a stunning gas fireplace with beautiful stone work and views that you have to see to believe. Check out...
HP & Me – Letting Go
Welcome to this week’s edition of H.P. and Me! Everything comes to an end eventually. With a little help from the man up above we can let go and say to ourselves “onward and forward”. Letting Go – S1:E9 The HP & Me podcast is a much needed dose of inspiration and enlightenment. Be sure to see all three seasons at amesuniversal.com. HP & Me: My Little Corner of the World is also available as a book! Buy the book on...
