2018 Ridgway RiverFest Schedule Announced
Pictured: 2018 Ridgway RiverFest Emcee John Clark (also Ridgway's Mayor) stands on an unusual island in the Uncompahgre River with a flock of rubber duckies.
Summer 2018 Colorado Wildfire Prevention Tips for Travelers
As Colorado gears up for a busy summer travel season, the state urges people to travel responsibly, especially when it comes to fire prevention. Colorado's low humidity has perks, but can create dry, dangerous fire conditions.
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Chamber rolling out fresh programs
New board members and staff energize business promotion
“Think Outside” is the slogan of the Ridgway Area Chamber of Commerce, appealing to visitors to enjoy the area’s abundant outdoor resources and get creative with their vacation plans. Meanwhile, the chamber itself has been doing a lot of thinking outside of the box, to support local businesses and develop long-term programs that draw attention to Ridgway’s assets.
A 2018 Ridgway Chamber youth ambassador, youth volunteer fairs, a photo contest, new board members, and several cooperative promotional efforts with Ouray, other chambers and the state tourism office are among the many projects keeping a crew of chamber contractors busy.
Rockin K Jeep Rentals Grand Opening
Please join the Ridgway Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the grand opening of Rockin' K Jeep Rentals
2018 Welcome To Ridgway – Think Outside Photo Contest Winners
The Ridgway Area Chamber of Commerce selected photos by Ridgway residents Alyssa Austin and John Wood as winners of the 2018 "Welcome to Ridgway – Think Outside" Photo Contest. View from Mt. Sneffels Couloir by Austin and Old Truck in Field by Wood were selected to promote Ridgway’s outdoor adventure and heritage tourism opportunities on the chamber’s social media. Each winner received $100.
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Amanda F. Swain And Daniel Richards Join Ridgway Chamber Board
A new outdoor adventure store owner and local brewery owner are the two newest members of the Ridgway Area Chamber of Commerce (RACC) Board of Directors. Amanda F. Swain of Ridgway Adventure Sports and Daniel Richards of Colorado Boy Pub & Brewery bring their specific industry knowledge to the chamber, to help develop promotions for its five Ridgway tourism themes: Outdoor Adventure, Culinary Experiences, Arts & Entertainment, Health & Wellness, and History & Heritage.
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Creatives After Hours Meet And Greet Celebration
Thursday, May 31 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Hartwell Park in Ridgway, Colorado
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2019 Career Experience Fair For Ridgway Businesses And Students
PLEASE NOTE THE NEW DATE & TIME OF THE FAIR.
On Monday, May 13, 2019, the Ridgway Secondary School is hosting a Career Experience Fair to connect middle and high school students to nonprofit volunteer opportunities and to introduce high school students to part-time work opportunities in our community.
Ridgway Old West Fest Plans Take Shape
Plans are well underway for the first Ridgway Old West Fest to be held October 11-13, 2019 in Ridgway, Colorado. The festival, which will become an annual event, is intended to highlight the town's film, ranching and railroad heritage and to celebrate all things Western.
Spring 2019 Youth Volunteer Fair
Volunteer and community service are often requirements for scholarships, college entrance and other goals of students. In fact, National Honor Society members are required to volunteer 10 hours per semester. However, it can be difficult or confusing for youth to know which nonprofits need volunteers and how and when to volunteer.
Come Out & See What's Happening on Ridgway First Fridays
Deals, Demos, Art, Treats, Fun & Frolic!
Fridays: July 6, August 3, September 7
5 – 9 p.m.