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"Get the Scoop" with Town Council

and Community Photo at August 19 Free Concert

On Thursday, August 19, 2021 before and during the Snowmass Free Concert Series, the Snowmass Village Town Council and Snowmass Tourism invite guests and locals to join the Town for two exciting community events: “Get the Scoop” with members of the Snowmass Village Town Council and the fourth annual community photo.

Your Town Council Invites you to Come "Get the Scoop"
From 5:30-7:00pm, Snowmass Village Town Council hosts “Get the Scoop.” Members of Town Council are available to meet and discuss any topic of interest with community members, while giving away free ice cream treats. All are invited to come and connect with Council members, ask questions, and provide feedback directly to their elected officials.

“One of the Town Council’s top strategic goals is to increase opportunities to listen to the community, and we’re ready to listen,” Mayor Bill Madsen said “We look forward to this event every year. It is hard to beat free music, free ice cream, and connecting with the community.”

Annual Community Photo

During intermission of the Free Concert, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Snowmass Tourism invites community members to gather on Fanny Hill for the fourth annual community photo. Participation is encouraged, rain or shine.

Please wear a shirt/top in the color listed below to represent the decade you arrived in Snowmass. If you arrived in the…

1960’s – Black
1970’s – White
1980’s – Blue
1990’s – Green
2000’s – Red
2010’s – Yellow
2020’s – Orange

For more information, visit GoSnowmass.com with all of the Event Details...

two bikers talking on autumn day on trail

Be Nice and Share the Trail

Trail Etiquette Tips for the Trail

The amount of people using our trail system continues to grow at an astronomical rate. From May 1, 2019 through November 1, there were approximately 17,000 trail users on the South Rim Trail . Over the same period in 2020, that number rose to approximately 50,000 users. In turn, reports of trail conflicts are also increasing.

Here are a few suggestions to ensure that you and everyone you may encounter on the trail are all enjoying the same amazing experiences while out on the trails.

Uphill traffic has the right of way
- Trail users traveling uphill on trails always have the right of way.
Be Trail Aware
- If you are someone that likes to wear headphones while hiking or biking, be sure that the volume is low enough that you can hear your surroundings.
Trail traffic laws
- Bikers yield to hikers, and hikers/bikers yield to equestrian riders. Horses are easily spooked, always approach with caution and ask the horseback rider for best options for passing safely.
Dogs and Leashes
- As a reminder, there are no dogs allowed on Hawk Ridge trail. All dogs should be kept on leashes when using Snowmass Village Trails.
Free Bike Bell Program
- Please stop by the Snowmass Village Recreation Center and pick up a free bike bell to alert other trail users of your presence. Trail etiquette pamphlets are also available for the taking.

Summer Meeting & Mixer

PTRAB Hosts Summer Updates and Social

On Tuesday, August 17, join us for the annual Part-Time Resident Advisory Board (PTRAB) summer meeting. In addition to the usual lineup of informative local speakers, PTRAB will be hosting a resident mixer at the Collective in Base Village. Join us for free snacks and a cash bar at Mix6 \ Moxi Bar, and meet your PTRAB members and fellow part-time residents of Snowmass Village.

RSVP Online before August 16th and receive a free drink ticket for each guest.

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

The Collective
Base Village

Event Details...

sprinkler in green grass "Sprinkler" by Shaylor is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0

Be Water Wise

SWSD Reminds Residents of Water Schedule

Rainfall has picked up lately, but the region remains in a drought. The Snowmass Water and Sanitation District is reminding residents that there is a strict watering schedule for irrigating landscape in Snowmass Village. No watering is allowed between 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. every day. Violations can reach up to $500, and can even result in a water disconnection.

Learn more and find the 2021 watering schedule online at swsd.org.

Compost Your SCRAPS

Free Composting Available Through Pitkin County

Approximately 17% of the waste headed to the Pitkin County Landfill is residential food waste. Instead of throwing your food waste away, compost it through the Pitkin County SCRAPS program.

Residents of Pitkin County can receive a FREE 6 1/2 gallon sealed and lockable food waste collection bucket, and drop off their collected compost for free. The materials are then turned into organic compost and diverted from the landfill. Learn more and get your free compost bucket at landfillrules.com.

Proclaiming Appreciation

Gracie Oliphant Honored at Town Council Meeting

On Tuesday, July 6th the Town Council was honored to present longtime local and community member Gracie Oliphant with a proclamation of appreciation. Gracie first moved to the Village in 1966, and has contributed continuously to our community ever since. Thank you, Gracie, for making Snowmass Village the special place it is today.

Summer Events Continue

Comedy, Concerts, Festivals, Races, and More!

Summer is in full swing in the Village, and there's plenty of action left in the event lineup. In addition to the usual local favorites like the Free Concert Series, Snowmass Rodeo, and Fridays on the Mall, don't miss the following exciting opportunities:

Today, July 31st, Heritage Fire turns up the heat in Base Village with a live fire culinary event. Meanwhile, the Power of Four Trail Run will begin in Base Village as competitors race the four mountains to Aspen.

All month, don't miss weekly offerings from the Collective like live comedy shows and bingo night.

More Events...

Campfire burning at night "Camp Fire [Explored]" by Walid Mahfoudh is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0

Fire Restrictions Lifted

But Caution and Care Still Advised

We've been fortunate to receive a fair amount of monsoon moisture throughout the valley, and Pitkin County fire restrictions have been temporarily lifted.

Please continue to use extreme caution with camp fires and flames.

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