Archive for Thursday, July 10, 2008
Steamboat Briefs for July 10
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Pilot & Today seeks reader contributions for series
The Steamboat Pilot & Today is seeking reader-submitted contributions for its 2008 summer series, which will explore the mountain pine beetle epidemic drastically transforming Colorado's treasured landscapes.
Readers are encouraged to share their favorite memories of the forest, their sorrow at the loss of trees or their excitement about its regeneration. Submissions could include stories, anecdotes, photographs, a poem or song - anything that could be translated to the print or online versions of the five-part series, which begins publication July 27 and continues in the Sunday newspaper through Aug. 24.
Submissions can be sent to reporter Brandon Gee via e-mail at bgee@steamboapilot.com or mailed to P.O. Box 774827, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477. Gee can be reached by phone at 871-4210.
Wrestling camp to be held at local high school
The Steamboat Springs Wrestling Club hosts a wrestling camp featuring Olympic gold medalist Rulon Gardner July 22 and 23 at Steamboat Springs High School. The camp is for children 5 to 18, and no wrestling experience is needed. The cost is $100. Space is limited. Call Kenda at (970) 620-1811.
Hot Air Balloon Rodeo needs volunteer help
Volunteers are needed from 5 to 10 a.m. at the 28th annual Hot Air Balloon Rodeo on Saturday and Sunday. No experience necessary. Volunteers will receive T-shirts for their work. Call Kristi at 875-7006 or stop by the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association Visitors Center at 1255 S. Lincoln Ave.
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