Trails 2000 launches 2D map
Trails 2000 has launched a new, interactive 2D online map and mobile application.
The map, which is available online at www.Trails2000.org, features more than 500 miles of mapped trails in Durango and the surrounding area.
Trails 2000 received a grant from Esri, a mapping software company, which built the map with the assistance of GIS expert James Gustine of the Southern Ute Growth Fund.
The map uses modern web technology to create information-rich mapping files. Features include elevation profiles, information windows that open with each trail, the ability to save maps as PDFs and a new, faster mobile application file (downloadable at www.trails2000.org) that shows where people are in relation to the trails. Upon launching the map online, users can access a video tutorial that shows how to use the new features.
While the map is in its initial stages, Trails 2000 invites comments and feedback from the public. The first five people who submit suggestions that are implemented will receive a swag package from Trails 2000. Comments can be emailed to info@trails2000.org.
Half, full marathon to be held in Ouray
The Mt. Sneffels Education Foundation will host its 15th annual half marathon and its fifth annual full marathon on Saturday.
The half-marathon course begins at the Ouray Hot Springs Park north of town in Ouray and ends in Ridgway. The full marathon starts in Ridgway, goes to Ouray and returns to Ridgway. U.S. Highway 550 in Ouray will be closed for approximately 15 minutes on Saturday morning. All other roads will be open during the race.
The Mt. Sneffels Education Foundation is a local organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities for Ouray County’s youth. For more information, visit www.mtsneffels.org.
Sportsmen’s Roundtable to meet
A Sportsmen’s Roundtable meeting to discuss issues and concerns with Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Holiday Inn, 2121 E. Main St., Cortez.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife formed the Sportsmen’s Roundtable in 2012 as part of a continuing effort to provide hunters and anglers with opportunities to submit input about wildlife management. Southwest regional staff from Colorado Parks and Wildlife and southwest representatives of the Sportsmen’s Roundtable will be on hand to provide updates on CPW’s strategic planning process, the financial issues facing CPW, the West Slope mule deer management strategy and Southwest Colorado fisheries. The public is invited to ask questions and share concerns. CPW is also looking for volunteers to serve on the southwest roundtable group. Anyone who has an interest should attend the meeting.
For more information, visit www.cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/Roundtable.aspx.
Seniors Outdoors announces activities
Seniors Outdoors will host these activities:
A Monday bike ride for intermediate road cyclists will take place at 8:30 a.m. Monday. This is a no-drop, social ride of 16 miles (round-trip) from Home Depot to Bread. Participants will meet in the south parking lot at Home Depot. For more information, email Helen Root at helen@northandroot.com, call (505) 320-3441, email Hugh Brown at hugh.m.brown2@gmail.com or call 403-3089
A hike on the Relay Creek/Grayrock Ridge Loop will take place at 7 a.m. Monday. The cost to carpool is $6. To RSVP, call Susan Beck-Brown at 375-0948 or email sbeckbrown@yahoo.com.
Senior Outdoors will host a general meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. “Seniors’ Cycling Seminar for All Abilities” will be presented by Ron Thompson of 2nd Avenue Sports. Thompson will “show-and-tell” about bike fit, gear, skills, maintenance and clinics that will help people navigate the ins and outs of biking in the San Juans.
Wednesday Wanderers will hike the Colorado Trail second trailhead to Gudy’s Rest at 8 a.m. Wednesday. Dogs are not allowed. The hike is open to Seniors Outdoors members only. For more information, call Barb Hancock 764-4531.
A hike in Rico and Telluride of the “B” Peaks will take place Wednesday and Thursday. There will be bushwhacking and steep slopes. The hike will be done at a moderate pace. Dogs are allowed. To RSVP, email Dan Honig at dhonig@animas.net.
A hike from Pass Creek Trail to Cascade Creek Trail will take place at 7 a.m. Aug. 14. This hike requires a car shuttle. The cost to carpool is $5. No dogs are allowed. To RSVP, call Susan Beck-Brown at 375-0948 or email sbeckbrown@yahoo.com.
Herald Staff
