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Black Canyon Builders, Crested Butte, Durango, Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, Jared Odgen, Memorial Day Southwest Colorado, Moab Utah, Mountainfilm in Telluride, Pagosa Springs, Santa Fe

Memorial Day Weekend in Southern Colorado

Memorial Day Weekend is a big deal here in Durango, Colorado. In honor of the holiday, I’m going to veer from custom home building-talk for a moment of appreciation. First, I offer my gratitude to all the people who gave their lives in service to our country. Politics aside, your courage and commitment are appreciated.

Wildflowers in the San Juan Mountains. Photo courtesy of bransonreynolds.com

On this gorgeous day, I’m also thankful to live in Southwest Colorado. We have four distinct seasons and a geography unmatched in diversity. Within a few driving hours of Durango, you can be:

  • Climbing, mountain biking or river rafting in Moab, Utah,
  • Skiing or hiking in Telluride, Colorado,
  • Relaxing in the desert landscape of Northern New Mexico,
  • Cruising art galleries in Santa Fe, New Mexico,
  • Escaping the heat in Silverton, Colorado (elevation 9305 feet),
  • Or exploring one of my favorite places on the planet – the Black Canyon of the Gunnison River, outside of Crested Butte, Colorado.

This weekend, my family and I are heading to Silverton, for some cool air and to catch the finish of the 40th  Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. It’s a great party and good fun to cheer on the thousand or so cyclists who ride 50-miles over three mountain passes.

Over a few mountain passes in the other direction, Mountainfilm in Telluride is an annual Memorial Day event. Since 1979 this film festival has literally been changing lives. From climbing and action sport roots, it’s grown into a comprehensive examination of activism, action and global awareness.

With all of these options, probably the best part of living in Durango is that you very rarely want to leave. The downtown scene is lively, the Animas River through town is a perfect day float, the sophistication of the art galleries and cultural activities is impressive for a small town, and the diversity of people keeps every day interesting.

Next week, I’ll be back to writing about building. In the meantime, have a safe and fun holiday weekend.

Thanks,

Jared

28 May 11
By : jogden
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Jared Odgen | About Black Canyon BuildersBased in Durango, Colo., award-winning Black Canyon Builders has designed and built custom homes for all of Southwest Colorado since 2006. Founder and president, Jared Ogden, is a craftsman and general contractor of the highest level - weighing integrity, communication, skill and artistry on equal measure. Learn more about our approach.

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