Fundraiser to benefit climbing association
A fundraiser for the American Safe Climbing Association will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave.
The American Safe Climbing Association is a bare bones nonprofit organization of climbers dedicated to replacing unsafe anchors. Proceeds will directly benefit the association and restorations at local climbs like Golf Wall. There will be raffle prizes.
Some yard items dangerous to animals
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding residents to put away equipment in which big game animals can become tangled. Residents also are asked to be careful how outdoor Christmas decorations are hung.
Parks and Wildlife is urging everyone to look for items that could cause problems, such as clotheslines, trampolines, low-hanging wires, swing sets, tomato cages, plastic fencing, chicken wire, bicycles, toys, etc. These items should be removed if possible, or flagged with long strands of bright surveyor’s tape that might help to keep deer away. People displaying Christmas ornaments and lights are also asked to exercise caution. Lights should be attached firmly to structures, or strung at least 8 feet off the ground. Do not drape lights loosely on top of shrubbery or wrap lights around tree trunks. Besides deer, elk and moose can also get tangled in decorations and yard equipment.
If people see an animal tangled in something, call Parks and Wildlife at 247-0855.
Seniors Outdoors announces activities
Seniors Outdoors will host these activities:
A moderate snowshoe hike through the canyon to Snowden Meadows will take place Saturday. Dogs are allowed. To RSVP, call John Martin at 247-2581 or email jmartin@mydurango.net.
The group’s general meeting and winter potluck will be held Tuesday at the Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. A social time will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by a potluck 7 p.m. Participants are asked to bring their own table service and a dish for eight with a serving utensil. People whose last name begins with A-F should bring a main dish, G-M a salad, N-R a main dish and S-Z a dessert. People also are asked to bring nonperishable food donations for the Durango Food Bank.
The Wednesday Wanderers will meet at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Santa Rita Park to walk the Animas River Trail. RSVP is not required. Dogs must be on a leash. For more information, call Eric Pahlke at 247-1130.
Downhill ski groups are available. For more information or to be placed on a group distribution list, email Bruce Rodman at Mtnman16@gmail.com. Meeting days and times vary according to abilities and snow conditions.
For more information, visit www.seniorsoutdoors.org.
Herald Staff
