Survey: How should Salida use 100 acres of open space?
Salida is starting a plan to develop the South Ark Neighborhood (the former Vandaveer Ranch), with goals to “provide passive and active recreation opportunities and new housing options.” Community input will shape how the 100-acre parcel is developed. Make your voice heard by taking the city’s survey!
When it comes to trails in this project, we encourage you to mention the importance of connecting town to trails, and trails to each other. As one example, we’d love to have a designated route from town to the Burmac trailhead. The survey closes February 15th.
Registration is now open for this year’s Salida76! Choose from 76 miles or 76 kilometers (46 miles). Both routes promise great views and great gravel, and are fully supported with food/aid stations. Our partners at Team Evergreen Cycling run this event, and donate proceeds to SMT. So sign up to ride, and share this event with your bike-riding friends. This year’s event will be held Saturday, September 16th.
The Run Through Time is a rewarding marathon that takes in some of Salida’s best trails. Plus, proceeds benefit Salida Mountain Trails and Chaffee County Search and Rescue-South. Registration is filling up fast, so sign up today!
Spots are still available in the marathon and two-mile fun run. The half-marathon is already full, though interested runners can go on a waitlist.
Want to volunteer?
Organizers are looking for more volunteers to help with aid stations, check in, and more. To help, sign up here, or contact Kristy at rttsalida@gmail.com
Chaffee County Winter Running Series
Looking for a more relaxed running event? Then consider the Chaffee County Winter Running Series. Hosted by 7000 Feet Running Company, this series features short courses to encourage even casual runners [raises hand] to join the fun.
The next event is a downhill 5K this Saturday, February 11.
Want to volunteer? Email Justin at: orders@7kft.co
Recent trail maintenance
Last month, we installed a new metal kiosk and map at the North Backbone trailhead, replacing the old wooden frame that splintered earlier this winter. Wayfinding signage like this supports good trail experiences, especially for new users. Big thanks to Trail Stewards Johanna and Fleck for spending a Saturday afternoon with us digging holes in the cold, rocky ground.
