County buys out airport base operator
By John M. Motter
Staff Writer
Archuleta County has purchased the assets, including inventory, of FliteCrafton Aviation, the fixed base operator of Stevens Field. The purchase price is $125,000 for FliteCrafton's assets plus $20,400 for consumable inventory, according to Bill Steele, the county administrator.
FliteCrafton has been the fixed base operator at the county-owned airport, responsible for providing fuel, towing services and other services for aircraft using the facility. The county contracts for a fixed base operator, including provision of a lease allowing the fixed base operator to conduct business in Nick's Hangar.
Acquisition of FliteCrafton's assets is a temporary measure which should result in the county selling those same assets, minus certain fueling and service components, to Energy and Engine Technology Corporation for $92,500. A contract has been signed by the county to sell to Energy and Engine Technology Corporation by Dec. 1.
The county will provide fixed base operator services until Energy and Engine Technology takes over, according to Steele.
"I'm not really happy about the deal," said John Crafton, owner of FliteCrafton. "I wasn't ready to leave the business. I got politicked out of my business."
Archuleta County became involved a few weeks ago when county commissioners learned that FliteCrafton was negotiating to sell its assets to Energy and Engine Technology Corporation. At that time, FliteCrafton's contract was with the Archuleta County Airport Authority. The commissioners dissolved the Airport Authority amid considerable protest from the Authority board members and their supporters.
The county's agreements with FliteCrafton and with Energy and Engine Technology Corporation were approved by the commissioners Oct. 31 and consummated Nov. 1, according to Mary Weiss, the county attorney.
A number of executive sessions were conducted by the commissioners prior to consummating the arrangements.
At least one meeting attended by a quorum of the commissioners was conducted without first posting an agenda. On the afternoon of Oct. 24, commissioners Alden Ecker and Gene Crabtree visited John Crafton, at Crafton's Nick's Hangar office.
Colorado's Open Meetings Law stipulates that when a quorum of a public body gathers in one place and discusses public business, a meeting is being held. The same law requires that an agenda be posted at least 24 hours in advance of each meeting to ensure public knowledge of the business being considered.
Crafton said he supplied Ecker and Crabtree with a list of the inventory involved at the meeting.
"We went there because he was negotiating with E.E.T.C. and we were trying to help with the negotiations," Ecker said. "The inventory was a negotiating tool. We were throwing in that stuff, that was the reason for the visit. We had no idea at that time we were going to purchase the business."
The county's whole intention was to make sure fixed base operation services remained available, according to Ecker. For a reason he could not explain, Energy and Engine Technology "could not get here in time." That's when the county decided to facilitate the transaction.
Ownership of certain assets sold by FliteCrafton will be retained by the county enabling the county to provide basic services, even if the fixed base operator stops providing services, Steele said. The assets involved in those services include fuel storage tanks, fuel delivery trucks, a tow tug and other service equipment.
Archuleta County's decision to purchase FliteCrafton's assets was a matter of the two negotiating companies being unable to get together on dates, according to Steele. Energy and Engine Technology Corporation was unable to come to Pagosa Springs until Nov. 1. FliteCrafton was getting out by Oct. 31.
The county lease with Energy and Engine Technology Corporation is a 10-year lease with a 10-year renewable provision. The county will receive $9,600 per year for the first five years. After that, the lease price escalates based on market value. From the sixth through 10th year, the lease escalates at 20 percent a year until market value is reached. After 10 years, the lease rate is tied to the consumer price index. The contract to provide fixed base services and the Nick's Hangar lease are all part of the same package, with the same effective starting and ending dates, said Steele.
If and when the Federal Aviation Administration requires Nick's Hangar to be moved or altered, the county assumes the responsibility for funding the move or alteration.
While fixed base assets are saleable, a future sale cannot be made without county approval, Steele said.
Local schools caught in 'Leave No Child Behind' gaps
By Richard Walter
Staff Writer
The mandates included in President Bush's "No Child Left Behind" educational program, adopted by Congress last year mean, "Education as we know it has changed. We've been challenged. We are good at what we do and now we have to prove it."
That was the comment Tuesday of Duane Noggle, superintendent of Archuleta School District 50 Joint, as he opened a one-hour slide show explaining what the president's program means to the local school district, its staff and its students.
He said the question has been asked time and again, "Why don't we just opt out of the federal funding and go it on our own?"
Not so easy. If you refuse federal funds, you lose state equalization, he said. That means you are already down upwards of $6 million annually, a total you cannot replace with local taxes.
Under the No Child Left Behind program, local districts must, by the end of the first year, show that progress has been made in getting every child in the district up to mandated performance levels. By the end of 12 years, the district must have no student unable to meet federal standards - no exceptions - in reading, mathematics and science.
"We have a huge task ahead," Noggle told the board of education and building principals, who were seeing the slide program for the first time and were taken aback by some of the mandated programs.
Noggle noted a recent national survey revealed 80 percent of Americans feel the public schools are not doing a good job. However, 50 percent of the same persons interviewed said they believe their own school districts are doing a good job and only 20 percent say the individual schools their children attend are not doing a good job.
The figures are disturbing because they seem to counter each other. Yet, the same study revealed 68 percent of Americans do not have children in public schools.
He said the federally approved program obviously was designed for urban schools. "The adequate yearly progress targets the program mandates," he said, "but seem nearly impossible to meet. They do not take into account rapidly changing school population makeup nor the educational facilities demanded to meet their needs.
"What we do have," he said, "is a mandate to perform the impossible.
"We are mandated to provide 'highly qualified' teachers at all levels trained to meet the standards in the congressional bill." Define "highly qualified," he was asked.
A slide showed the federal definition "highly qualified" is holding at least a bachelor's degree in the academic major in which the teacher is employed, with full certification in the first year.
State and local report cards are required on every district, every year. The Colorado School Assessment Project (CSAP) scores suffice for one of those. That first score will come Dec. 17. The second step comes when each school is evaluated on the basis of those scores and a determination is made on whether the school is "showing progress."
"We're caught in a dilemma," Noggle said, "because of our high graduation rate and low dropout rate."
Test results, he said, must be disaggregated on the basis of race/ethnicity, poverty, gender, disability and family income level.
"We must use CSAP and other diagnostic tools to integrate the president's program into our classrooms. We're driven by data now. We need to incorporate all that data into the classroom operation, not collect it at the administrative level.
"Unfortunately," he said, "the congressional mandate shifts education from the local to the national level of control. We have 12 years to make our school meet those standards and many admit they don't have any idea how that can be done."
Noggle said he has talked to area state legislators and has corresponded with some at the national level pointing out the hardships caused to rural districts by the legislation.
"The lone hope I see," he said, "is that it will help us focus on the individual student and that child's personal achievement. We will not be held accountable for anything less. We will have to view test taking as a diagnostic tool, not a polished performance. We will have to use the data to improve the education of every individual child."
That means, he said, that districts like this one will have to relieve principals in individual buildings of "some of the data gathering and number crunching they do now.
"We will need an administrative assistant just to keep all the numbers for all the federally mandated programs," he said. "And we have to keep in mind the potential penalties for noncompliance - if we can figure out what they are."
For example, he said, no one he's talked to seems to know what penalties will be for not being in compliance at the end of the first year. After two years of noncompliance the district would have to adopt a 2-year plan and devote at least 5 percent of all Title 1 funds to professional development for teachers specifically assigned to enrichment programs intended to meet the mandates; would mandate a review within 45 days after notification of noncompliance; and would require the district to transport any student not performing at standard to another school in which the performance level is adequate, if so requested by the child's family.
If a third year of noncompliance occurs, a district would be forced to accept a state-developed list of quality education providers available in the area or somewhere nearby. In the fourth year of noncompliance, a school could be forced to totally revise its leadership program; and in a fifth year, the district would be forced to restructure the schools' staffs and facilities, introduce a new curriculum designed to meet federal guidelines, decrease management authority, extend the school year, restructure internal organization and replace the school board, superintendent and office staff.
If that didn't work, in succeeding years the school could be taken over by the state and reopened as a charter district which, as Noggle pointed out, is not required to have "highly qualified" teachers but can operate with tutors.
Investigation continues in Halloween night fight
By Tess Noel Baker
Staff Writer
The Archuleta County Sheriff's Department is under fire from a Pagosa Springs man who claims to have been assaulted by members of an outlaw biker gang Oct. 31.
Tracy Salazar is handing out fliers, talking to the media and calling for Sheriff Tom Richards' immediate resignation. In a complaint sent to Ken Salazar, Colorado attorney general, he also blames unnamed judges, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the district attorney's office for failing to prosecute violent offenders in the county.
"I feel if the sheriff and district attorney's office had done their jobs in the past, I wouldn't have gotten hurt," he said in an interview Nov. 8.
However, according to the official investigation, it isn't clear who actually started the altercation at the heart of this case. In fact, at least two witnesses, one of whom appears to be a completely independent onlooker, are pointing the finger at Salazar.
A call to dispatch alerted law enforcement to an altercation Halloween evening at the Shell Station at U.S. 160 and North Pagosa Boulevard. According to department reports, when a deputy arrived on the scene, Salazar was bleeding from a wound to his head. An ambulance was called, and the injuries were treated and photographed.
Apparently, the incident started as a case of road rage between the occupants of two vehicles - Salazar's and another containing suspected members of the Sons of Silence motorcycle gang, headed east on U.S. 160. The parties yelled at each other then stopped at the Shell Station where the verbal battle continued. Occupants of a third vehicle joined the argument. Eventually, the verbal confrontation escalated to a physical one in which Salazar reportedly received at least one puncture wound, likely from some kind of spiked jewelry.
When authorities were called, several people are said to have left the scene.
Detective T.J. Fitzwater, who is investigating the incident, said a chapter of the Sons of Silence motorcycle gang does exist in the area. Local law enforcement officials have identified a president and four members of the gang. According to the national Sons of Silence Web site, he said, the group identifies itself as a "one-percenter organization," or among the one percent of motorcycle gangs commonly labeled as "outlaw" organizations.
However, said Fitzwater, the members of the organization here keep a fairly low profile.
"I have no indication of any gang activity or illegal activity at this time," Fitzwater said. In fact, the investigation indicates at least two of the members of the Sons of Silence had arranged to meet at the Shell Station before heading to a Halloween party in another town.
Fitzwater plans to conclude his investigation by the end of the week.
"From there it will be forwarded to the district attorney's office for further review and possible prosecution," he said. The district attorney's office analyzes law enforcement reports to determine the nature of a case and whether charges will be filed.
Sheriff Tom Richards said he has complete confidence in Fitzwater's ability to investigate the case. Sometimes, he said, it is difficult for people to understand that building a case with proof sufficient to take it to trial, or even to establish probable cause for an arrest, takes time.
"We are still gathering evidence," he said.
Ten illegal aliens hurt in accident
By Tess Noel Baker
Staff Writer
A Mexican citizen arrested in Archuleta County after leaving the scene of an accident on Wolf Creek Pass has been charged with one count of transporting illegal immigrants.
Sergio Perez-Amaro, 35, was allegedly driving a 1990 Ford van carrying 10 Mexican nationals about 8 a.m. Nov. 4 when it went off the road near the Wolf Creek Ski Area in Mineral County. According to an affidavit filed in U.S. District Court, the van hit a parked trailer. Upon discovering that possible illegal aliens were involved, the Colorado State Patrol requested assistance from the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Ten passengers in the van were treated at the scene by ambulance personnel. Four were transported to a hospital where they were treated and released. Perez-Amaro allegedly fled the accident scene after being checked by medical personnel. A search ensued.
Several hours later, employees at the ski resort notified the state patrol that an individual had called asking questions about the accident and the scene. Although the individual claimed to be calling from South Fork, the telephone number the caller provided was traced to a motel east of Pagosa Springs.
A clerk at The High Country Lodge identified Perez-Amaro from his driver's license and he was arrested there without incident. An Archuleta County Sheriff's deputy provided assistance.
According to the affidavit, nine of the 10 passengers in the van had crossed the border into United States by foot. After that, they were allegedly transported to an "undisclosed safe house" in Phoenix, where they were introduced to Perez-Amaro. All nine claimed they or their family members paid anywhere from $150 up to $3,900 to be smuggled into the United States and transported to a variety of destinations from Denver to New York.
The remaining passenger told investigators he had been a legal resident of the United States for three years. He was reportedly traveling with the group to find employment.
Perez-Amaro told immigration and naturalization representatives he would only make about $300 on the trip. He could face up to 20 years in prison, up to a $250,000 fine, or both, if convicted of causing serious bodily harm while transporting illegal immigrants for the purpose of personal financial gain.
LISTEN TO "THE BREAD OF LIFE" radio program on Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on 1400 AM. Speaker Carl Lungstrum.
NEW AND USED BUILDING materials. Every Saturday, from 10 a.m. at 298 Bastille Drive, in Summit Commercial Park. All proceeds go toward building homes for Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County. If you have any questions or donations please call 264-6960. It's tax deductible and we are saving the landfill. Open to the public.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY volunteers needed to help build homes and help out at Re-Store. Call 264-6960.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 4th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair, November 30 from 9-4 at the Pagosa Lodge. Vendors call 731-4560.
AL-ANON meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis Street. For more information call 264-5421.
HOLIDAY HOME SHOW. Unique one-of-a-kind jewelry and crystals. Gallery of the Hawk and Janet Latch Spaulding. Saturday, November 16, 1p.m. to 5p.m., 496 E. Stollsteimer Road, across from Turkey Springs Trading Post.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS meets Thursday nights at the Heritage Building from 7-8 p.m.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will meet at the Heritage Building, 468 Pagosa Street, upstairs, first door on left. Meetings are Monday and Friday, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, noon and 7 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Men's meeting, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.; Women's meeting, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. For more information call 264-5016, 731-9085, 264-2913, 731-9070.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will meet at the Heritage Building, 468 Pagosa Street, upstairs, first door on left. Meetings are Monday and Friday, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, noon and 7 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Men's meeting, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.; Women's meeting, Tuesday, 7 p.m. For more information call 264-5016, 731-9085, 264-2913, 731-9070.
BEGINNER STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP. Tuesday, November 19th, noon- 4p.m. Call Big Sky Studio at 731-5374 for details.
1994 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. V8, 4X4, runs good, $6,450. 946-4400.
1980 TOYOTA 4X4 PICKUP. Looks bad, runs good. 264-5666.
1996 TAURUS. RED, loaded, sun roof. 66,000 miles, runs great, $7,100. Contact Lee Riley, 264-3210 or evenings 264-2677.
1994 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER. Good engine, uses no oil, good tires/ snow tires also, $3,200. 731-3165, 686 Stevens Circle.
1986 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. 4X4, loaded, great shape. $3,900 OBO, see at Ski and Bow Rack. Call toll free, 1(877)845-3482.
F250, WHITE, SUPERCAB, 2001 4X4 truck. Long bed, Lariat model, mint condition, 7000 miles. Please call (732)735-0926.
1993 FORD TAURUS LX Station wagon, loaded, excellent condition. $3,800. 731-4266.
1990 FORD E-250 VAN, heavy duty work van with ladder rack. Low miles, excellent condition. $4,200. 731-4266 or 946-5200.
1998 ISUZU RODEO LS. Green with gray leather interior. Automatic windows, locks and 4WD. Automatic. Sunroof. Excellent condition. $15,000 OBO. 731-2612.
1994 GMC 4X4 SUBURBAN. Good condition, front/ rear air. $6,900. 883-5547.
1997 CHRYSLER LHS. Front wheel drive, nice to drive. $4,900. 883-5547.
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Limited, $9,500. Julie & Chris, 731-5111.
1997 CHEVY SUBURBAN. Cruise, power seat, locks and windows, leather interior. $15,900. Call 264-5713 evenings, or 731-5939 daytime.
1980 DODGE MARAUDER, T-top. 1980 3/4 4WD LB Ford pickup. Flatbed gooseneck 16 foot trailer. 1986 Jeep Wagoneer 4WD. 264-2213.
1987 2 OWNER GMC Jimmy 4X4. Rough- but good runner. 350/ auto. $3,000 OBO. Also 1993 Chevy pickup, 2-wheel drive, 5-speed, 6-cylinder. Very dependable. $4,000. 731-1116.
1987 ISUZU TROOPER II, 4X4, brand new snow/ mud tires, mint condition. I have most all service records on this vehicle. $2,950. 731-3601.
1968 JEEPSTER COMMANDO. Rebuilt V6, new paint (except top), weather striping, windshield, good tires on chrome rims. As is, $3,500. Four studded snow tires on rims for above, $100. Spare parts, too many to list, $800. Bernie, 731-2967.
2000 RANGER 4X4. Top of the line. $14,700, no more, no less. (505)860-5842, cell.
1982 F-150 4X4. New engine, transmission, converter, transfer case, winch, air shocks, CB, GPS, and all the goodies. Ed, 731-5817.
1998 TOYOTA AVALON XLS. 4 door sedan, A/C, moon roof, AM/ FM/ cass/ CD, leather, fully loaded, 92K miles, $12,500. 731-2689.
1994 CHEVY SILVERADO, Z-71, X-cab, exceptionally clean, sharp, Dynaglass top, new tires, well maintained, one owner, $9,400. Also available with snowplow, 375-2191.
SAAB 900 TURBO. Great snow car. 1985, well maintained mechanically and very reliable. Still runs great, $1,800 OBO. 731-4391.
ALMOST NEW 2002 FORD F350 Crew Cab 4X4. Power stroke pickup, off road package, long bed, 6 disc CD, dual power seats, power windows, gooseneck hide-a-hitch, trailer brakes, alloy wheels, 8,500 miles, extended warranty. Call owner for details at 731-2047.
1996 CHEVROLET TAHOE LT. 2 wheel drive, 4 door, fully loaded, 93,000 miles. $11,500 OBO. 731-6707.
1977 GMC PICKUP. 1/2 ton with fiberglass shell, new brakes and shocks, good tires, new spare and 2 snow tires with rims, $1,200 OBO. Call 731-3688 after 6p.m.
2001 FORD EXCURSION LIMITED EDITION. Power stroke, AM/ FM/ CD/ cassette, TV, VCR, power seats, power windows, leather seats, woodgrain trim, heated mirrors, towing package, rear sensors. Please call owner for more details at 731-2047.
1999 TOYOTA TACOMA. SR5, V6, 4WD, Supercharger, TRD off-road package, power windows and locks, dual air bags, bedliner, CD player, A/C, fairly new tiers, bug shield, tool box, wind guards. (970)264-6436.
1989 JEEP WRANGLER. Runs good, needs some transmission work. Great get out in the woods vehicle. Asking, $2,800 OBO. 264-1711.
2000 HONDA ACCORD LX. 4 door sedan, dual air bags, power windows and locks, AM/ FM cassette, CD player, A/C, tinted windows, chrome wheels. Low mileage, very clean. (970)264-6436.
1994 FORD ESCORT. 79K, 5 speed, very good condition, $3,200. 731-9173.
1969 JEEP CJ5, $2,200 OBO. 1970 Land Rover series II, $3,500 OBO. 264-9204.
2000 TOYOTA TUNDRA, $23,500. Call 731-3458, leave a message.
2 STORAGE UNITS- 15X24, insulated with 12' door, 12X30 with 10' door. 264-4275 after 6p.m.
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE with a view. Ground floor, $200 a month, includes utilities. Associated Broker Building/ Piedra Road. 731-4500.
1 MONTH FREE, 10'X12' office, $135. Conference room. 731-4344.
TWO ROOM SUITE, INCLUDES utilities, nice location. Residential/ commercial area. 175 1st Street. $350/ month. 264-5330 or 264-4411.
OFFICE AND RETAIL SPACE - $600 and up. Michael C. Branch, 264-2135.
186 SQ. FT. OFFICE space. 468 Pagosa St. $265 per month, includes utilities. Forced air heat and cooling. 264-6656.
ASPEN GROVE PLAZA, 175 Pagosa St., available for rent. Unit 7, 750+ sq.ft., in back, utilities paid. Call Martin's Backhoe Service, 264-5080.
FRONTIER BUILDING 190 sq. ft. office. $250/month includes utilities. References and one year lease required. Call Gary for appointment, 731-2220.
OFFICE FOR RENT. Pagosa Hotel Mall. $150 per month, plus deposit. Call Dusty, 264-5824 or 264-4796.
MOUNTAIN VIEW PLAZA has units available now. 625 sq. ft., 715 sq. ft., 770 sq. ft. and 825 sq. ft. Good Hwy. 160 frontage. Call 264-9177.
890 SQ. FT. OFFICE SPACE. $525/ month. 2 bathrooms, kitchenette, private parking, great view of mountains and town. 123 N. 15th Street. By appointment only. 264-3188 or 264-6884. Available mid-November.
OFFICE SPACE IN PROFESSIONAL building. $300/ month. Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at 731-2126.
KIVA MINI STORAGE UNITS now available. Sizes, 8x12, 12x24, 16x24. Fairfield Industrial Park, 90 Bastille Drive. Call 264-6116.
FOR RENT: 750 sq. ft. unit in San Juan Plaza next to Pagosa Office Supply. 731-2545, leave message.
TWO 1,600 SQUARE FOOT units on Highway 160 in town, 3 years old, $800 each. 264-6440.
3 ACRES, 260' HIGHWAY FRONTAGE, BEAUTIFUL 1664 SQ. FT. REMODEL BUILDING. Acreage can be used to build a home or more commercial or apartments, duplexes, etc. ONLY $150,000. Romar Group, 264-6096.
ESTABLISHED, INCOME GENERATING business high traffic Main St. location downtown Pagosa, Turn-Key $349,500. 2cb2682. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN this large older home on Pagosa Street. Great location for many businesses. Large living quarters upstairs, room to expand, large garage with room for apartment. Call for details. Owner may carry. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175, (800)560-6050.
TOTALLY REMODELED, 1,664 SQ. FT. on 3.01 acres, super access next to highway, home or business, room to build home or duplexes, views, utilities, central water. Only $159,900. Romar Group, 264-6096.
FOR SALE BY OWNER. Commercial lot next to McDonalds, 135'x180'. Paradise Mesa luxury lots. All utilities included, 3rd and Apple, downtown, from $39,500. Income producing commercial property. 250 highway 160 frontage, downtown Pagosa Springs, geothermal wells, 11,000 sq. ft. of buildings, leased businesses. 1,700 sq. ft. next to Chevron downtown. Geothermal heat. For information call Lou Poma, (970)264-2899, or cell (970)946-7662.
BEST COMMERCIAL LOCATION in Archuleta County. Highest traffic count, our own traffic signal on Highway 160, guaranteed access, center of Pagosa Springs (corner of Highway 160 and Piedra Road), all flat with 1,719' of highway frontage. 35.85 acres - BUY ALL OR PART. Romar Group, 264-6096.
SAN JUAN MOTEL Offering a variety of overnight accommodations. 32 units, 2 hot tubs, game room, laundry area, access to the San Juan River, 1.7± acres. $1,125,000, possible terms, possible SBA assumption. Todd Shelton, CCIM, Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle, Inc., (970) 731-2100, 800-944-2147.
EXCELLENT RETAIL AND office location. 1- 2 acre sites, ready to build. Corner of Piedra Road and US 160. Superb highway visibility and access off US 160 and rear access off Majestic Drive. Sell, ground lease or build to suit. (970)264-4123.
THE BEST LIGHT industrial/ retail site on US 160. Close to downtown, across highway from Elementary school. Will subdivide 5 acre site. Highway access from Rosita St., behind Copper Coin Liquor store. Seller financing available or will ground lease or build to suit. (970)264-4123.
SADDLES BOUGHT AND SOLD. Ross Boot and Saddle, 264-2122.
GRASS HAY LOCALLY GROWN. Excellent quality, $8. 264-6779.
1 MULE, PACKS and rides. 1 mare, packs and rides. Call 264-2213.
GLEN'S HORSESHOEING. Prompt, reliable service. All types of shoeing. Call 946-4340 or 731-3665.
EXCELLENT QUALITY, FIRST cutting, grass hay. $8.50, Bayfield. 884-3236.
HAY FOR SALE. Small bales, San Luis Valley, third cutting. Alfalfa grass mix, under hay shed. $7.50 delivered. (719)843-5790, ask for J.C.
2 BAY CUSTOM (LEATHER LINED) show horse trailer. Custom built. Price reduced $2,000. Call (970)731-9667.
1979 BUMPER PULL HORSE trailer. New floor. $800 OBO. 731-2612.
SIMCO PONY SADDLE, used twice, like new, $200. 731-4266.
2 WELL MADE tin roof wooden rabbit cages, on a stand, $150 each. 731-2010.
12 YEAR-OLD MARE. Strawberry Roan. 17.5 hands. Very gentle. $1,200 OBO. 731-2612.
12 YEAR OLD APPY Roan mare. 16H, mountain/ trail. $800 firm. Cell, 749-4447.
PAPER BUNDLES FOR fire starter 25¢ each. Pick up at The Pagosa Springs SUN. 466 Pagosa Street.
CARHARTT WORK CLOTHES Georgia work boots. Best selection, best prices. Gem Village Country Store, 39793 Hwy. 160, Bayfield. (970) 884-9440.
LOCKERBIE POTTER'S WHEEL. Used. $400. Gail Hershey 731-2207 or mtntimedesigns2@yahoo.com.
SHAKLEE for proper nutrition, use Shaklee products. For information call Marsha Preuit. 264-5910.
2 TIMESHARES, 1 ski season, 1 spring. One $1,500, one $1,000. For further information, contact Lee Riley, Owner/ Agent. 264-3210 or 800-571-0107.
FRESH PRODUCE Certified Organic and seasonal Local Organic. Joy's Natural Foods Market. 117 Navajo Trail Drive. 731-1500.
LOG CABIN PACKAGE $12,945. 24'x32' with 8' porch roof, 7' coped and notched logs. Log beam, 2"x6" T&G roof. Free catalog, (307) 684-2445.
FIREPLACE TOOLS, COMPLETE SET with stand, solid brass, $65. 731-5279.
LOG HOMES AND CABINS 24'x32' for Only $12,945! Log Walls, Posts, Beams, Roof, Plans, Video and more! Free catalog. www.bighornmtn.com (307)684-2445.
60% OFF OR better on cellular window shades. Call Darlene at Gotcha Covered, 264-6594.
OFFICE MODULARS. COUNTERS, desks, etcetera, make offer. Sunetha, 731-4344.
TOOLS- ROCKWELL 9" TABLE saw with 2 extra blades and stand $100. Craftsman 5 1/8 jointer/ planer with stand, $100. Poulan 10" chain saw, $35. Homelite 16" chain saw, $55. Craftsman bench grinder, $20. Craftsman industrial auto scroller saw, $40. Craftsman industrial 3/8" cordless drill driver, $45. Staedtler architect tool set, $50. (2) southwest lamps, $30 each. (2) tall wrought iron table lamps, $15 each. Oak 5 foot dining table with leaf and (6) chairs, $175. 19" Zenith TV, $25. Amana microwave/ convection oven, $25. Beer and wine making supplies, $25. Call 731-5662.
SHELVING, FREESTANDING, metal and wood. For store, garage, shop. Have to go, make offer. 264-4236.
2 ANTIQUE WOODEN CHURCH pews. 9'7" long, very good condition. $700 each. 731-3022.
YAMAHA 3 VALVE BARITONE. Very good condition, $275. 264-2224.
APPLIANCES FOR SALE for less than half price. 1 1/2 years old, hardly used in second home. Whirlpool gas stove, $250, Microwave hood, $150, dishwasher, $200. Kenmore double door refrigerator with filtered water and ice in door, $450. All in white. Leave message at 731-3990.
FOR SALE: ST. CLAIR cookstove, cast iron, $150. Octagon window, 4X4, $146. 2 solid core 3-foot doors, $75 each. Large zero-clearance steel fireplace, $500, OBO. 264-2800 or 883-5584.
PORTABLE DISHWASHER in good condition, $50. 264-2332.
COUCH, LOVE SEAT, Lazyboy recliner, dining table, futon, dresser, chairs, beachcomber bike, jewelry, clothes, CD's, videos, misc. items. 731-3584, leave message.
G.E. REFRIGERATOR, $75. Kenmore dishwasher, $50. 946-4067.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. $60 a pickup load, $100 per cord. Pine only. You load. 264-5742 after 5:30p.m.
FOR SALE: ASPEN FIREWOOD, delivered and stacked. $125/ cord. 731-3213.
CHAIN SAW- MCCULLOGH, 3 blades, 16", 20", 24" and chains. Ed, 731-5817.
WOOD WORKERS BENCH, $300. Draw knife horse "Classic", Draw knives. Ed, 731-5817.
2 STAGE, 5 HP, 30 gallon, 220V compressor, $350. 4 hp 12 gallon 120V compressor, $150. Ed, 731-5817.
USED CULVERT, 35"X14', $30. 264-5535.
DESK- ALMOST NEW. L-shaped desk with pullout keyboard tray, light wood and black, $65. 4 slightly used studded tires, fit 15 inch wheels, $75. 731-6280.
COMPLETE KITCHEN CABINETS, birch. Flooring ceramic tiles, hard wood parked, area carpets, complete bathrooms, doors, windows, everything you need for house. Negotiable. Ed, 731-5817.
KENMORE WASHER AND FRIGIDAIRE dryer. Both are heavy duty/ large capacity and work great! $150 each, 731-0354.
ATTN: BUILDERS/ CONTRACTORS! Tools and construction materials for sale. New and used electrical, plumbing, bathroom fixtures, doors, generator and more. November 16 and 17. Turn at Pizza Hut, follow signs to 487 Rainbow Drive. 264-2276.
50 POUND SACKS of red potatoes from Center, CO, $15. Also, 20 pound sacks of pinto beans. Sevedeo, 264-4701.
LUMBER RACK/HEADACHE RACK, like new, fits long wide bed. $165 OBO. 264-5387.
CEDAR OR PINON, split, delivered, $150 cord. Cash only. 759-5577. Caravan, $900. Grenada, $600. 700 Yamaha Maxium, $1,900.
LARGE WOOD BURNING STOVE, $350. 731-3256.
OAK FIREWOOD. Call Brian, 264-2683, leave message.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Pine only. $125 per cord. 731-5035.
I BOUGHT 10 MORE spas! Saved thousands more! Want one? This is a 7 foot spa with 26 jets, high altitude motor, reinforced tapered safety cover and start up chemistry. Delivered to your home for $3,695. Contact Michael, 731-0709.
20 FOOT GOOSENECK flatbed trailer, $2,500 OBO. 264-9204
NEW MOBILE HOME spaces available for rent at Rock Ridge Mobile Home Park. Call Todd, 731-2121.
NATIONAL FOREST ACROSS ROAD AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS from this well maintained 12X65 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom older mobile on 1.2 acres in Aspen Springs 2. 1,800 gallon cistern, septic, electricity and telephone in. Treed lot with small pasture in front for horses or 4H projects. Only $45,900. 2CB2704. Call Patsy at (970)731-4564 or Coldwell Banker, 731-2000 or email pwegner@frontier.net.
3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom mobile home on 1 acre, treed lot, in Arboles. $60,000. Colorado Southwest Properties. 883-5428.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR sale by owner. Singlewide mobile, Pagosa Vista. Beautiful mountain views, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. $39,950 OBO. 884-0800.
MOBILE HOME LOT with trees and views. City water, sewer, and natural gas available. $10,500. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
1,344 SQ. FT. 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom doublewide on 1.3 acres, 1996, well cared for! Perfect starter home or rental! Great price. Several financing options including no money down! Dawn Walker, Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175, (800)560-6050.
$44,900. THREE BEDROOMS, two bathroom mobile and lot in Vista. Mountain view, new carpet, new linoleum, new paint. 300 Bonanza. Call owner/ broker at 264-5168 or your Realtor.
1980 MOBILE HOME. 14'x70', 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, kitchen appliances, 4 years old. Furnace was rebuilt last year. Asking price: $6,000. Call (970)264-4394.
CUSTOM CEDAR SIDED HOME in Pagosa Highlands. This 2,400 sq. ft. home has a beautifully landscaped yard that backs to National Forest. The large picture windows create wonderful natural lighting throughout this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Large bonus room on 2nd level. $269,900. For further details, call Jason, 946-0620.
2 BEDROOM, 2 1/2 bathroom, 1,324 sq. ft. duplex townhouse. Merillat cabinets, oak throughout, fireplace, built-in grill on patio, tilt-out windows, berber or plush carpets, 12x22 garage, $129,900. High Peaks Affordable Homes, 264-6150.
NEW, 2 BEDROOM, 1 bathroom. Great views of Navajo Lake. Carport. Must see. Colorado Southwest Properties. (970)883-5428.
"IF IT'S YOUR HOUSE, you can do what you want to... Enjoy the Pleasure." 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom land/home packages from $111,500, log cedar-sided cabins from $105,000. Many plans to suit your needs, or bring us your custom plan for huge savings on conventional stick built homes! Call High Peaks Affordable Homes at (970)264-6150 or visit our web site at highpeakshomes.com. Real houses. Real prices. Real time.
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NEW LOG HOME. 2,000 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 850 sq. ft. garage with workshop on a nicely treed 1/2 acre lot with great views. All utilities including natural gas. Great location, close in. $76 sq. ft., including land. $218,000. Additional 1/2 acre available at $20,000. 731-0200, 731-5344, evenings.
SNOWBALL ROAD. 60+ GORGEOUS acres, 2 miles from town. 1,700 sq. ft. newly remodeled home, a year around stream, big pond and all utilities. Produces 1,000 bales of hay. Priced at only $750,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. 264-4498.
MUST SELL! 5 MOBILE homes in Vista starting at an incredible low price of $32,000. Interest rates are low, If not now, when! Contact JoAnn Laird or Susie at Jann Pitcher Real Estate. 946-9700 or 946-5971.
CUSTOM LOG HOME. Located in Piedra Estates. This 3,100 sq. ft. home on a beautiful 3.4 acre lot has it all. 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, attached garage, in-floor heat, spectacular views, loads of trees, all utilities and a great location. A must see at $650,000. Pagosa Peak Realty & Construction, (970)264-4498.
LEASE WITH OPTION to buy. Bell Country Homes, 731-6633.
PREMIER RIVER-FRONT HOME in Pagosa Springs - Completely remodeled, southwest decor inside and out, 1/2 acre on San Juan River with 100' river frontage. Trees, decks, and huge covered deck over river. BEST IN PAGOSA. CALL FOR BROCHURE. Romar Group, 264-6096.
OWNER MUST SELL. Beautiful 35 acres on National Forest with magnificent views and small log cabin. $165,000. Adjoining 40 acres also available. Call today. Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. 731-2175, 1(800)560-6050.
HOME IN MEADOWS on 5+ wooded acres with mountain views, seclusion is yours! 2cb2752. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
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WWW.PAGOSAMORTGAGE.COM Free mortgage information on-line. Get pre-qualified or completely pre-approved from the comfort of your home or office. Jim Askins, Fairway Mortgage-Pagosa Springs, (970) 731-3100 or toll free 800-326-2100.
FOR SALE BY OWNER: Advertise on the internet FREE! We are the first and only real estate company to advertise FSBO's in Archuleta County. Call us for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175 or (800)-560-6050. www.rockymountainprecuthomes.com
BUILDING LOT LOANS. 25% down, full 20-year amortization, no balloon payment, no pre-pays. JIM ASKINS Fairway Mtg., (970)731-3100, (800)326-2100. www.pagosamortgage.com.
MAKE ANY OFFER. 2 homes on acreage. Good rental income plus residence. Listed at $175,000. Owner needs sale. Pagosa Real Estate Store. Ask 4 Judy, 731-2175. Toll-free (800)560-6050.
100% FINANCING. MANY homes to choose from, payments as low as $290. Call today for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175 or (800)560-6050.
ZERO % DOWN, 100% financing. We have several 2 and 3 bedroom homes, priced from mid $50,000 to $148,000. Easy qualifying, call today for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175 or (800)560-6050.
IDEAL FOR HUNTERS or vacation getaway. Fenced 1 acre with mobile home. Hay barn, lots of storage and room for RV. Completely set up for horses. Views of Navajo Lake. Only $65,000. Diane at United Country, 264-1177.
LARGE NEWER COUNTRY HOME on 48 acres. Private canyon with seasonal creek. 12 acres fenced and ready for horses. National Forest and private fishing lake close by. $429,900. Diane at United Country, 264-1177.
APPROXIMATELY 3,700 SQ. FT., 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2-story newer home. 35 irrigated acres, Allison. 883-5442, 884-2232, or 264-2122.
RIVERFRONT- 40 ACRES PRIVATE park-like setting. Newer stucco home with extensive tile throughout. Excellent irrigated horse property with water rights. Diane at United Country, 264-1177.
5,000 TOTAL SQUARE FEET. Executive home and guest house on exclusive Snowball Road. Professional stainless steel kitchen, lush pasture and tranquil waterfalls. $590,000. (970)264-2882.
BY OWNER. EXCEPTIONAL 2,600 sq. ft. custom home on landscaped half acre, mountain and Lake Hatcher views. $30,000 below appraisal. Must see to appreciate. $255,000. (970)731-3315 any time.
FANTASTIC BARGAIN ON partially remodeled farm house on 25 acres, no restrictions. 5 minutes from town, close to Parelli's, well, septic, good gravel road, $214,988. Dawn Walker, Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175, (800)560-6050.
$44,900. THREE BEDROOMS, two bathroom mobile and lot in Vista. Mountain view, new carpet, new linoleum, new paint. 300 Bonanza. Call owner/ broker at 264-5168 or your Realtor.
A RARE PROPERTY! 2,480 sq. ft., D log duplex. Surrounded by forest, wilderness area a short walk away. Horses allowed. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
FSBO. REDUCED BELOW APPRAISAL. 1,600 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-plus car garage, large windows, built in 1996. 160 Carpin Circle, Hatcher Lake. $165,000 firm. 731-2918.
100% FINANCING! 0 DOWN, 0 closing costs, to qualified buyer! Fantastic starter home on 1 acre. 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom. Dawn Walker, Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175, (800)560-6050.
WOW, THIS ONE IS A BEAUTY. If you have an eye for detail, then this one is for you. Contemporary ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage, views of Pagosa peak. Call David, (970)264-1243.
EXCELLENT HORSE PROPERTY. 35 acres with custom ranch style home. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, oversized 2 car garage. Awesome views. Call David, (970)264-1243.
1 YEAR OLD, VERY OPEN, practical floor plan located on corner lot with large unblockable mountain views overlooking the valley in Twincreek. It's 2 story, but you can drive right up to the front door where the main living area is. It has in-floor heat, which is wonderful. 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bathroom, mud/ bonus room, large pantry and lots of closet space. Great neighbors!! We'd love to show you our home! $254,000. Davis Homes of Pagosa, LLC. Home #731-4674 or business #759-8371.
FSBO 800 SQ. FT. D log home under construction with garage. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, brick floor with in- floor heat. Lots of glass with golf course and mountain views. $110K, owner financing. 264-5387.
FOR SALE OR RENT: The perfect horse property, breathtaking views. 3,000 sq. ft. ranch-style home on 5 acres in Pagosa Meadows I. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sun room/ office, unfinished game room, central heat, woodstove, air conditioning, large barn, 3 indoor stalls with runs, feed room, tack room, garage and staircase leads to 800 bale loft. Steel pipe fencing, heated water tanks, irrigation well and gated entry. 16'x30' workshop. Close to town and NO PLPOA fees. Priced at $385,000. Call owner/ realtor for more details at 731-2047.
FSBO NEW HOME, January completion. 1,650 sq. ft., 2-car garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, natural gas, fireplace. On treed lot that backs up to large greenbelt. $159,000. 731-9270.
ON LAKE PAGOSA, BY OWNER. 2,600 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, 2 1/2 car garage, huge master, extensive decking, many windows in dining, living and sun room with spectacular views of lake. $365,000. Will sell completely furnished. 731-3022.
ALTERNATIVE HORIZONS 24 hour domestic violence hotline. Confidential help available. 247-9619.
PREGNANT? DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO? Call the Pregnancy Support Center. 264-3733.
DRUG HOT LINE Call 264-BUST to report any illegal drug activity.
HOSPICE CARE A special kind of caring. Call 731-9190.
REPORT KNOWLEDGE OF CRIMINAL ACTS To Crime Stoppers, 264-2131. You may be entitled to a reward. Anonymity guaranteed.
2 FABULOUS GOLF COURSE LOTS WITH BEAUTIFUL TALL PINES on Fairway Place. Over 1/2 acre. $30,000 each or both for $59,500. 2CB2750. 2CB2751. Call Patsy @ (970)731-4564 or email pwegner@frontier.net. Or call Coldwell Banker @ (800)888-5755, ext. 239.
A FEW 1 ACRE buildable lots available in Arboles. Some views of lake, valley, mountains. Colorado Southwest Properties. 883-5428.
HIGH COUNTRY BEAUTY. 142 acres of the most beautiful country in Colorado. Beaver ponds, aspen, blue spruce and breathtaking views. This is truly high country Colorado. $1,050,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. (970)731-0200.
A MUST SEE. GREAT VALUE. Loma Linda's finest 5 acres, lot 76 for $97,500, with magnificent views, trees, privacy & pasture for horses. Call Todd at Century 21 Wolf Creek, (970) 731-2100.
A RARE FIND! Nice 8-acre lot with highway frontage. Borders National Forest. Commercial or residential. Offered at $85,000. Nikki Little, Galles Fine Properties, (970)264-6551.
FULLY IMPROVED 4-ACRE lot off Highway 84. Great mountain views. Nicely treed. Offered at $99,900. Deborah Kerns, Galles Fine Properties, (970)264-6551.
3 ACRES OVERLOOKING Navajo Lake State Park. Abundant well, electric, telephone and county maintained road to property. Ideal retreat or vacation setting, $49,900. Diane at United Country, 264-1177.
PRICE REDUCED. 14 + ACRES, borders Piedra River, irrigation, rustic home, outbuildings. $249,000. Colorado Southwest Properties, 883-5428.
70 ACRES SNOWBALL ROAD. Huge views, live creek, one mile from town. A must see! Offered at $985,000. Riverside Properties (970)264-2168.
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FOUR MILE ROAD - 20 beautiful acres, all utilities, stream, huge views, partially irrigated and bridge is in. $289,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. 970-731-0200. Fax: 970-731-0201.
10 BEAUTIFUL ACRES. BORDERS national forest, totally secluded, spectacular view, heavily treed and only 10 minutes from town. $78,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. (970)264-4498.
BUILDING LOT LOANS. 25% down, full 20-year amortization, no balloon payment, no pre-pays. JIM ASKINS Fairway Mtg., (970)731-3100, (800)326-2100. www.pagosamortgage.com.
TIFFANY - IRRIGATED LAND. 2 - 80 acre parcels, utilities, views, Pine River canal shares, tilled and seeded. $220,000 each. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
1.75 ACRE LOT IN Pagosa Hills. Great location, all utilities, big views. Heavily treed, on cul-de-sac. $39,500. 731-0200, 731-5344, evenings.
WE BUY LOTS. Bell Country Homes. 731-6633.
LOT 478 FAWN COURT - Lake Forest Estates. Has mountain views. $8,000 OBO. Call Jon Ross at 264-2122.
BEAUTIFUL 1/2 ACRE LOT, borders National Forest, 200 yards from river. Secluded, nice setting. North 160 in SJRR. Asking $29,000 OBO. (970)264-5669.
FSBO INCREDIBLE VIEWS, 3.32 acres, Continental Estates, Unit 2, Lot 46. Quiet cul-de-sac off Hwy. 84, 3 miles from Hot Springs, $77,900. (970)731-1490, (970)560-6666.
FOR SALE BY OWNER. Beautiful 1/4 acre. Lot 661 at 513 Hill Circle in Pagosa Highlands. $6,000. Call (970)963-2628.
BUILDING A HOME? Building America magazine has a special edition just for Pagosa Springs filled with useful information not found anywhere else about what it takes to build a home in our mountain community. Available at the Pagosa Visitors Center and other rack locations in town. Or call TOLL FREE (866)731-7070 to receive a copy via mail. Other editions available: Durango/ Cortez; San Luis Valley (November); Santa Fe/ Taos (March).
23 ACRES BORDERING the San Juan National Forest. Irrigated with priority water rights. Protective covenants. Excellent horse property. By owner. $95,000. 731-4670.
40 BEAUTIFUL PARK-LIKE acres, 1,340 sq. ft. home, 360 views, trees, pond that has water even this year! Bring your horses! No restrictions. Totally fenced, barn, great spot for guest cabins, located between Stevens Lake Road and Cloman Blvd, close to airport expansion. $524,988. Call Dawn Walker, Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175, (800)560-6050.
FIVE RESIDENTIAL 1/5 acre treed lots. $10,000 to $14,000, will co-op. (720)435-4455.
1/2 ACRE - VIEWS of Pagosa Peak, greenbelt, paved road, level, central water, central sewer, financing available, priced below market. $11,500. Gary, 904-783-6638. MM1 L60.
3 ACRE LOT IN Timber Ridge Phase I. Easy to build on and sunny. $69,000 by owner. 731-1139.
REDUCED! 25 BEAUTIFUL ACRES close to Parelli's, no restrictions, owner motivated. Now only $179,988. Can be purchased with additional 25 to 50 acres! Call for details. Dawn Walker, Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175 or (800)560-6050.
HUNTERS! LOST VALLEY of San Juans. 3 lots with 2 adjacent to national forest. All utilities. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
BARGAIN FSBO- GREAT VIEWS, 1/4 acre LHP, 79 Carpin. $12K value for $8K or best offer. Includes tap. No RE fees. Must sell, make an offer. 946-2898.
24 ACRES, END OF road, secluded, 2 stock ponds and live creek. $130,000. Write Box 122, Smyer, TX 79367 or call (806)234-3100.
TIMBER RIDGE RANCH. If an open space, low-density lifestyle is what you desire in a breathtaking alpine setting, you must see Colorado's Timber Ridge Ranch. Our home sites are fully improved with central water and sewer service, underground utilities and paved roads, yet offer an element of privacy not often found in a developed residential community. Incredible opportunities: Phase I, Lot 58, 8.58 acres, $174,900, Lot 72, 5.51 acres, $115,000, Lot 16, 3 acres, $69,000. Phase II Lot 113, 3 acres, $115,900, Lot 114, 3 acres, $115,900, Lots 90 and 91, 6.04 acres, both lots for $209,800, Lot 86, 3 acres, $89,900, Lot 83, 3.45 acres, a rim lot with forever views of the San Juans, $225,000. Come take your personal tour today and see why Timber Ridge Ranch is truly "The Best of Pagosa Springs." MJM Ranches, Land & Marketing LLC, 970-731-3235. www.TimberRidgeRanch.com
FOR LEASE OR SALE. 74 acres with large barn containing 8 heated self- watering stalls. Call Todd Shelton, CCIM Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle LLC, (970) 731-2100.
BEAUTIFUL 35 ACRE parcel with log cabin, national forest and great views. Only $165,000. Call today. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175 or 800-560-6050.
152 ACRES, TOTAL SECLUSION- surrounded by BLM, old growth timber, live spring, spectacular views. Thousands of spruce trees. Price lowered again to $670,000. Call Pagosa Peak Realty, 731-0200.
FANTASTIC 100 ACRES, views of all the mountains, meadows, huge trees. Abuts National Forest, very close in but totally secluded, central water and all utilities. For the discriminating buyer. Romar Group, 264-6096.
BAYFIELD AREA. 39 acres bordering national forest. Beautiful hay meadows, custom log home, additional guest house, heated shop/ barn. Incredible offering at $795,000. Riverside Properties (970)264-2168.
THE ULTIMATE HORSE RANCH. Navajo River flows through irrigated pastures. Custom tri-level full round log home. Creek and two fishing ponds. Water rights, maintained roads, access to national forest. $749,500. Riverside Properties (970)264-2168.
LOG CABIN ON RIVER. San Juan River frontage, 43 irrigated acres with water rights. Arboles area. Ideal horse property. $385,000. Riverside Properties (970)264-2168.
40 ACRES, SNOWBALL ROAD. Huge views, irrigated pastures, hilltop buildsite. Only 1 mile from town. $398,000. Riverside Properties (970)264-2168.
FOR A COMPLETE look at all larger vacant land parcels and ranches in the county check out my website: isellpagosa.com, Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty.
TERRY ROBINSON ROAD - 63 gorgeous acres, fenced, two houses, 17,000 square foot barn, 26 stalls with pipe turnouts, great views, great location. $1,450,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. 970-731-0200. Fax: 970-731-0201.
25 ACRE HORSE PROPERTY, beautiful meadows, nicely treed ridges. Close in, secluded, CR access yet very private. ONLY $180,000. OWC 20% down for 15 years. Romar Group, 264-6096.
CUSTOM LOG HOME ON 314 acres. Irrigated pastures, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 5,347 sq. ft of living space. A must see. Call Todd Shelton, CCIM Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle LLC, (970)731-2100.
70 ACRES IN ARBOLES. Very private, pasture, irrigation, pinion and cedar trees. $198,000. Colorado Southwest Properties, 883-5428. www.navajolake.com/cswproperties.
70 ACRES, 360 DEGREE VIEWS, creek with ponds, view complete property from prepared homesite - perfect for houses, CENTRAL WATER. Only $269,000. Romar Group, 264-6096.
SPACIOUS, OPEN, QUALITY 3,800 sq. ft. on 40 beautiful acres in Upper Blanco Basin. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, maid's quarters, 2,000 sq. ft. unfinished basement, Blanco River frontage. $1,600,000. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
98 ACRES, 2 MILES FROM TOWN, 1 MILE OF CREEK, abuts National Forest, water rights, fantastic views, nicely treed, alfalfa fields, excellent access. THIS PROPERTY HAS EVERYTHING. ROMAR GROUP. 264-6096.
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THE BEST OF THE BEST. 3 - 35 acre parcels, highest in elevation of all Cool Springs Ranch parcels. Unbelievable views of all the mountains from the Continental Divide east of Pagosa to the La Plata Mountains at Durango. Aspen, spruce, meadows, springs, CENTRAL WATER, elk, deer, turkey. Owner took huge 6X6 bull there last year. Only $6,995 per acre. Terms. Romar Group, 264-6096.
926 ACRES $650,000- NOW $495,000! Loads of water rights, 2 homes, 2 barns, farming and ranching. OWNER SAYS SELL. Romar Group, 264-6096.
HUNTER'S PARADISE. DEER, elk, turkey. 110 acres with two story home, out buildings, overlooking Navajo Lake. Must see. $399,000. Colorado Southwest Properties, 883-5428.
41 ACRES, SECLUDED, GRAVEL roads, water well, electric, phone, views, ponderosa and fir trees. $140,000 with $8,000 rebate. 731-6131.
200+ ACRE RANCH bordering the San Juan National Forest. Priority water rights, 2 year-around creeks, home, barns, fenced, combination of irrigated hay field and forest. Excellent wildlife habitat. 20 minutes to Pagosa. By owner. $690,000. 731-4670.
EXCELLENT VACATION GETAWAY at an affordable price. Efficiency condo, partially furnished, patio, wood stove, located near lakes, skiing, river and National Forest. Only $49,500. Diane at United Country, 264-1177.
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LONE PINE CONDO for sale. Beautiful mountain views. 2 large bedrooms, fireplace, deck. Oversized garage/ storage. Close to all amenities. Offered at $124,000. Deborah Kerns, Galles Fine Properties, (970)264-6551.
OPEN HOUSE AT WHISPERING PINES TOWNHOMES. Come save on these luxury townhomes. Great deals at pre-construction prices. Open 11a.m. to 3p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. 1207 Park, across from Rec. center. Pagosa Real Estate Store.
IMMACULATE RACQUET CONDO. 2 bed - 2 bath, mint condition, furnished, great location. $94,500. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
FOR A COMPLETE LOOK at all condos in the county check out my web site: isellpagosa.com, Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty.
"BEST LITTLE CONDO IN PAGOSA." See to believe! Mountain Vista Townhome. 2/2 + 2 lofts, 2 car garage, 2 gas fireplaces, lake and huge mountain views. $159,900. Phyl Daleske, 731-4589 (owner). Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty, 264-3210.
3 BEDROOMS, 2 bathrooms in Twincreek Village. $950/ month, first, last and security deposit. 731-0025.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT at the best rates and service in town. Let us manage your property. Call for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store Property Management, 731-2175 or 1-800-560-6050.
PIEDRA SQUARE APARTMENTS. Available December 2, 2002. 3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment. We pay water, trash, gas and snow removal. You pay electric, cable and phone. $645 a month with $500 security deposit. NO PETS ALLOWED. Please call Michelle at 264-5000.
2 BEDROOM PLUS LOFT, 2 bathroom unfurnished condo with sunroom. $750. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
DUPLEX. 2 BEDROOM, unfurnished, garage. Available November 20. $580 plus deposit. 6 months plus lease. 731-4344.
NICE MOBILE HOME, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom, $650/ month, $650 security deposit. Rock Ridge, 264-6148.
VACATIONERS. We have fully furnished homes and condos for rent by the day, week or month. We also have long term places available. Pagosa Realty Rentals, located above the Corner Store on Piedra Road. (970) 731-5515
R.V. SPACES for rent. Available year round. Rock Ridge mobile home park. Call Sherry at 264-6148.
SUNETHA MANAGEMENT SERVICES for Short Term (Vacation) Rentals starting at $100/ night, Long Term Rentals starting at $500/ month, and storage units (all sizes) - 56 Talisman Drive - 970-731-4344.
3 BEDROOM HOME with carport and storage, near Lake Hatcher. $875 per month. Pagosa Realty Rentals. 731-5515.
LARGE, NICE 2 BEDROOM mobile on corner lot with washer/ dryer. $600 per month. Pagosa Realty Rentals. 731-5515.
EXECUTIVE HOME. 3 BEDROOM, 3 bathroom, 35 acres, 3 miles north of town. Tremendous mountain views, fireplace, media room, gourmet kitchen, 3 car garage plus large shop with RV parking. Must be willing to share grounds with lots of deer and elk. $2,000 per month. Contact Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty, 264-3210 or evenings, 264-2677.
LEASE WITH THE OPTION to buy. Pay by the week, bi-weekly or monthly. Bell Country Homes, 731-6633.
PIEDRA SQUARE APARTMENTS. Available December 2, 2002. 1 bedroom 1 bathroom efficiency apartment. We pay water, trash, gas and snow removal. You pay electric, cable and phone. $390 a month with $350 security deposit. NO PETS ALLOWED. Please call Michelle at 264-5000.
AVAILABLE NOW DUPLEX. 3 bedroom 2 bathroom, single car garage, well insulated, fresh paint. Owner pays water, sewer, trash. Lake view, pets O.K. $700/ month, $700 deposit. 731-5268, 946-1462.
2 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM unfurnished mobile with fireplace. $525. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
3 BEDROOM PLUS LOFT 3 bathroom large unfurnished townhome, gas log fireplace. $1,050. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
2 BEDROOM PLUS LOFT 2 bathroom unfurnished Pines condo. $800. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
2 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM unfurnished apartments. $650. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM mobile home, fenced yard. $650 per month, includes water, sewer, trash. Pagosa Realty Rentals. 731-5515.
2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM house on acreage. $550 a month plus deposit. Also 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house on 1 acre for $650 a month plus deposit. 731-1550 or 946-7779.
BRAND NEW 2 BEDROOM 3 bathroom unfurnished North Cove Condo with garage and washer/ dryer. $750. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
BRAND NEW UNFURNISHED 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condos with garages. Great location, energy efficient! $700- $725. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
LARGE, VERY NICE PINES condo, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. $850 per month, includes water, sewer, trash, snow removal. Pagosa Realty Rentals. 731-5515.
1 OR 2 BEDROOM UNFURNISHED Westwind condos, great location. $525- $600. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
CARPIN CIRCLE, 3 BEDROOM 2 bathroom unfurnished home, large garage, nice deck. $1,100. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM unfurnished mobile. $650. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
MOBILE HOME IN VISTA FOR ONLY $45,000. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom on Lake Street. Owner will carry with $3,000 down @ 9% amortized 10 years, balloon in 3. Payments $532.04. Call Patsy @ (970)731-4564 or email pwegner@frontier.net. Or call Coldwell Banker @ (970)731-2000, ext. 239. 1CB2063.
2 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM with adjoining extra quarters. $650 a month, $50 extra for additional acreage for horses. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175.
2 BEDROOM, UNFURNISHED duplex with garage, $600 per month. Call Pagosa Realty Rentals, 731-5515.
FURNISHED EFFICIENCY CONDO. $500. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
1,100 SQ. FT. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment 5 minutes west of town. $650 a month plus $600 deposit. Call after 5p.m., 264-2017.
DURANGO HOUSING CORPORATION has clean apartments with affordable rents, close to schools and bus lines. Now featuring a Resident Computer Lab. Call for details, 247-2788. EOH.
HIGH COUNTRY MINI STORAGE Most sizes available. Paved, lighted, security. Behind Pizza Hut. Call 264-9142.
3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM unfurnished modular. New carpet and vinyl, 2 car garage. $700. Call Pagosa Central Management, 731-2216.
AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 1 Cabin close to Williams Creek Reservoir. 6 month lease, $750/month. Call owner at (970) 731-3164.
PIEDRA SQUARE APARTMENTS. 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment. We pay water, trash, gas and snow removal. You pay electric, cable and phone. $555 a month with $350 security deposit. NO PETS ALLOWED. Please call Michelle at 264-5000.
HOUSE FOR RENT in town. Available November 1. 6 month lease, $550 per month, $550 deposit. 731-3534.
DELUXE APARTMENT IN PRIVATE home. Quiet area. One very large bedroom, one bath, living, dining and very nice kitchen. Great views, private entry. Rent includes all utilities and dish network. $690/ month, no smokers or pets. No calls after 9p.m., 731-4789.
ROOM FOR RENT- $100 per month plus one-half utilities. Some maintenance required. 731-0869, evenings.
HOUSE WITH BARN on 5 acres. 4 miles south of town. 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathrooms, city water. Pasture with creek. Big views, very private and quiet. Horses and pets welcome. $1,000 per month. (970)731-6185 or (970)560-0330.
VACATIONERS: EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN and well-maintained two story condo. Two bedrooms (sleeps four maximum), 1-3/4 baths, fully furnished with well-equipped kitchen. Located in core area, close to new City Market. $450 weekly. NO PETS and NO SMOKERS - NO EXCEPTIONS! Contact owners (970) 731-2017 (evenings best).
ACRES OF PRIVACY. 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. $750 per month. (720)231-7371.
EXECUTIVE HOME in Lake Forest Estates on Stevens Circle. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, tri-level, with decks and views on green belt. All appliances including washer/ dryer, microwave. Wood burning stove and forced air heat. Attached garage. Walk to lake. $800 per month with lease. No smokers, small pet okay. (970)731-9672.
BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom mobile home. 2 miles out of town. Available November 1. Call for appointment. 264-4585.
2 BEDROOM 1 bath, great views, furnished. $875. 3 bedroom, 2 baths completely remodeled. $1100. (719) 338-6867. Fax: (719) 540-2224. GSTEW9583@aol.com.
LAKE HATCHER, NEWLY REFINISHED 3 bedroom, 2 bath on lake on 3/4 acre lot. $795 per month. (303)587-4401.
LARGE 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT. Ground level, washer/ dryer hookups, natural gas/ forced air heat, some utilities furnished, $575. 731-4792.
BE THE FIRST to occupy this brand- new townhome. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, over 1,000 sq. ft. with garage and all appliances, including W/ D. Nice yard with deck. Save 50% on utilities. Available mid-November. No smokers, no pets. 625 and 631 E. Golf Place. $750- $775 plus deposit. 264-3890.
VERY NICE 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom mobile home on greenbelt in Vista, with covered deck. Furnished/ unfurnished. $600 plus deposit. No smoking, no pets. (505)662-7499.
4 BEDROOMS, 2 bathrooms, approximately 2,400 sq. ft. Office, garage, storage, all amenities, jacuzzi. $1,450 a month plus deposit. 731-3584.
CLEAN AND NICE DOUBLEWIDE. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, in Pagosa Hills. $750. Available November 8th. 385-0205.
RENT REDUCED 10%. Nice, quiet four-plex, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Fully furnished, garage, energy efficient, natural gas, all appliances, on Lake Pagosa. 731-4029.
ROOM FOR RENT. New home, $300 a month, 1/2 of utilities. Call 946-1811.
RV SPOTS TO RENT for winter. Also have several RV trailers for rent after November 13. 731-5822.
3 BEDROOM HOME FOR RENT. Great location, Lake Pagosa, waterfront view, lots of storage. $750/ month, available immediately. 731-4405.
$800, ALL UTILITIES AND CABLE INCLUDED. Beautiful home, very large 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, garage, decks, woodstove, views, by Lake Forest, private, many luxury features. All appliances, some furniture. Pet? Must see. 731-2141.
ROOM FOR RENT with own bath. Quiet house. No smokers. Call to see. $400 per month plus security deposit. 731-0175.
ASK ABOUT MOVE-IN SPECIAL! New energy efficient duplex. 2Bd/2Ba, garage. Natural gas, appliances including washer & dryer. Deck, yard, excellent location. $650 - $725 plus deposit. 731-6303.
NEW 1,400 SQ. FT. townhome with beautiful detailing. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, awesome views of Lake Pagosa and mountains, nice neighborhood. Excellent for working couple. No dogs. Available November 15. $750. 731-9238.
ALL NEW 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage, fireplace home for rent. Available now. $975 per month; 1st, last plus deposit. Richard, (720)859-1330.
NEWLY REMODELED PAGOSA LAKE manor. Has 3 bedrooms available, with W/D, dishwasher, low utilities. Smokers and pets okay. $695, 1 month free. (303)881-1407 or (970)264-3210.
626 PROSPECT IN VISTA. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. $500 a month, first, last and deposit. No dogs. (970)731-2610.
VACATION/ SHORT TERM CONDOS. Attractive, completely furnished, sleeps 4-6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, nonsmoking, near shopping, restaurants, recreation. rvflyers@frontier.net, (970)731-9414.
FAMILY HOUSE. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 mile to stores. 731-2554.
3 BEDROOM HOME AVAILABLE for 3-month blocks at $2,500 per month. Fax request for information to (216)289-3951.
2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM condo. Great condition, furnished, zone heating, all appliances, backs to greenbelt, walk to City Market and restaurants. No pets. No smokers. 1 year lease. $550/ month plus security deposit. References. 731-9414.
401 E. GOLF PLACE. Attractive, fully furnished 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom. Excellent appliances. Wood burning stove, 3 porches. 2 storage rooms. See to appreciate. Rent: $650, negotiable. No smoking, no pets. (520)625-3675, or (970)731-0150 evenings.
SKI LODGE ON SAN Juan River between hot springs and Wolf Creek. Log luxury sleeps 8-10. Reserve for entire season at reduced rate of $1,500/ month or $200/ night short term. Call now. 264-4866.
AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER. Luxury duplex apartments on the golf course. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, storage, gas heat, garage with remote, small pet okay. $800/ month. Leave message at 731-3213.
NICE 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom home with 2-car garage. Available 01/01/2003. Please call (719)589-3130 evenings.
4 BEDROOM HOUSE FOR rent in town. Great business location. $800 per month. Call (970)883-5388.
HOUSE FOR RENT. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with fenced yard, dog welcome, non-smokers. $1,000 per month with out pets, $1,200 with pets. 731-4450.
3 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM house off Cloud Cap. Charming house with two sheds. $850 per month plus utilities, first, last and deposit. Available December 1. 731-9173.
WINTER RENTAL. DECEMBER 1 through April 1. 2 bedroom, furnished house near downtown. No smokers, no pets. $650 month: first, last and $350 deposit. 264-6132.
no time shares this week.
ADOPT FROM THE Humane Society. Stop by or call 731-4771. You'll be amazed at what we have to offer. www.humanesocietyofpagosasprings.org.
COCKATIELS AND LOVE BIRDS. Sweet and gentle hand-fed babies. (970)247-8536.
BEAUTIFUL AKC REGISTERED Golden Retriever, 8 weeks old. Had shots, sweet, loving, great with kids! Please call 264-2461, $350.
HOME PET CARE. There's no place like home for the holidays. You don't have to board your pets when you travel. Let them stay home where they are happy. Call the "Mobile Sitters," Sunny Mountain Kennels. 731-2098, 946-2608.
JOB SITE/ CONSTRUCTION CLEANUP. Pick up and remove all phases of construction cleanup and haul off. 731-1313.
LAWN CARE, BRUSH REMOVAL, rock work, hauling. Responsible, reliable. 731-1313.
FOR A CONSTRUCTION clean up, at its best. Contact Odd Jobs Unlimited 264-2994. Insured.
WWW.PAGOSAMORTGAGE.COM Free mortgage information on-line. Get pre-qualified or completely pre-approved from the comfort of your home or office. Jim Askins, Fairway Mortgage-Pagosa Springs, (970) 731-3100 or toll free 800-326-2100.
LOCAL MOVING SERVICES. Eric. 731-1313.
FREE COMPUTER CLASSES: November 11, E-mail, November 12, Filemaker Pro, November 13, Excel. Quickbooks rescheduled for November 25. Call 264-5339. Also looking for volunteer instructors!
CARPENTRY/HANDYMAN General maintenance, remodels, painting, drywall, etc. No job too small. Blair Jackson, 749-4252 or 264-6002 evenings.
CUSTOM FRAMING AND MATTING - Reasonable prices, quick service. Jan Brookshier, 264-4275 after 6 p.m.
JUNK IN YOUR YARD - hauled away to go to the dump, pick up and haul. 731-1313.
LEGAL SERVICES. General practice including family law, real estate. Lisa Toy, Attorney. 264-4644, 175 Pagosa Street, #3.
T.V. TROUBLES? Call Mike! Mike's TV. Since 1979. 264-2788.
FORK LIFTS FOR HIRE Caribou Construction. 731-9848 or 946-2488.
AFFORDABLE FRAMING: A complete professional shop. Archival framing. Needlework, we use lacing. Canvas transfers, dry mounting. Prints & posters. Lots of in stock mouldings. Call Linda Lerno, 731-5173.
YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL- HOUSESITTER. A caring, responsible individual to maintain your home while you vacation, travel, or on business. Short term/ long term. Care and feeding of your animals is most welcome. Please call Steven at home (970)264-0265, cell 946-9868.
RESIDENTIAL FRAMING, PORCHES, decks, patios, driveways, sidewalks, rock walls, tile work. Reliable and friendly. 731-0175.
HOUSE CLEANING, JULIE. 731-5111.
CHIMNEY CLEANING. Prompt, courteous service. Nationally certified, fully insured. Dryer vent cleaning, stove installations, hearth accessories. Arlies Chimney Sweep, 731-2543.
HOUSECLEANING WANTED. Simple or deep cleaning, yard cleaning and landscaping. 731-0243, after 5p.m.
B&J'S DIRT WORK. Piers and postholes, utility trenches, snow removal, brush clearing, landscaping. Call Bill or Jake Egg, 264-6670.
A-PHENOMENAL. CHINKING, PAINTING, construction and tile. No job too small, satisfaction guaranteed. Call Jake Egg for a free estimate, 264-6670.
HOME OR OFFICE WIRING. Telephones, telephone systems, computers, computer networking, televisions and home theater. Mitel certified. Free estimates. Call Ron Geers, 731-5051.
HOME PET CARE. There's no place like home for the holidays. You don't have to board your pets when you travel. Let them stay home where they are happy. Call the "Mobile Sitters," Sunny Mountain Kennels. 731-2098, 946-2608.
RETIRED PHONE EMPLOYEE. 30 years experience, new installation or repair. Reasonable and dependable. Call Doug, (970)264-0195.
BIG SKY STUDIO OFFERS stained glass everything! Windows, doors, lamps, panels, glass, tools, supplies, workshops, customer designs and more. Free estimates. Call Carl at 731-5374.
CARPENTRY PLUS. New construction, remodeling and additions. 20 years experience in all aspects of fine home building. Reasonable and reliable. Call David, 731-9509.
SNOWPLOWING. SCHEDULE EARLY. Late model truck, reliable. 264-0092 or cell, 749-5694.
HOUSECLEANING AND INTERIOR construction cleaning. Reliable, conscientious, detail oriented. Donna, 264-5387.
LOVING MOTHER WILL BABYSIT in my home. Meals provided, can transport to and from activities. 731-2483.
JELLYBEANS AND SQUIGGLY THINGS After School Fun Club! Fun, Food, Music, Games and Stories. To encourage attitude awareness and good character-building skills. Every Wednesday, 3:30 to 4:30, room 13 Elementary School. For more info: Virginia Humphries, 731-3903 or Tammy Searle, 731-3143.
TOO BUSY TO CLEAN? Let me take the hassle out of housework. Too overwhelmed to clean your business or office? We're a phone call away, we do it all! Insured and bonded. Call 731-4587.
PAT'S PETS. ALL YOUR pet sitting needs. 731-2557.
MARY KAY Loretta Hildebrandt Independent Beauty Consultant. 124 Paradise Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. (970) 731-3645, (888) 485-2955 toll free.
20% OFF UNTIL NOVEMBER 26. Done Right Window Cleaning. Husband and wife team. Friendly, prompt service. 946-3742.
FRENCH TRAVEL SPECIALIST offers expert trip planning, cultural debriefing, and French lessons! Check out www.therichesof.com and call 970-731-9945.
SANDBAGS: 5 FOR $25 or $6 each, delivered. Weight and traction; don't be caught on the icy roadways without them. Arlie's Chimney Sweep, 731-2543.
NEED YOUR HOUSE CLEAN? Call Linda. (505)759-1516. Servicing Dulce, Chama NM, and Pagosa Springs CO.
HOME REPAIRS/HANDYMAN Carpentry, decks, ceramic tile, painting, room additions. No job too small. By David, (970) 749-4625.
PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE Relaxation massage, stress relief, pain relief, deep tissue, energy work. Home 264-6680, office 264-4003.
HANDYMAN. PLUMBING, TILE, household maintenance. Reliable and will show up. Call Doug, 731-2557 or 946-6261.
HANDY GAL. Call me for all of your small projects - inside and out. Lots of experience. Excellent references. 731-0175.
23 YEARS IN PAGOSA. All aspects of carpentry from decks to additions. Repair work. Quality workmanship, reliable service. 264-5100.
FULLER COMPUTER SERVICES. Hardware, accessories, networking and repair. 56 Talisman Dr., Suite 6G. Phone, 731-0454.
GRAND OPENING- COYOTE APPLIANCE REPAIR AND HANDYMAN. Local appliance repair is finally here! All major appliances- free service call with repair. We promise prompt service with a smile and also available for all your handyman needs. Call Wally today at 264-3555/ mobile 946-3493, or email at wallycoyote@centurytel.net. We look forward to serving you!
NO STRESS, I'LL COOK for you. In your house, healthy meals, nutrition counseling, cleaning. Call 731-0421.
AUTOMOTIVE WIRING. 30 years experience. Trouble- shooting, complete harnesses, custom harnesses, trailer packages. Hot rods to farm vehicles, I do it all. No job too big or too small. 731-0012.
CRUISE SALE. Cruise Planners, 731-5338, www.cruisesbysally.com.
STOP LEAKS. DOES your roof leak? Are your screws backing out? Call the Roof Doctor. Senior discounts, free estimates. 731-3171.
CARPENTRY, SOME ELECTRICAL and plumbing, painting, sheetrock, general repair and small construction, closet and garage and shelving, organization, etc. Many years experience. Dick Redfield, 731-3375, if no answer, leave message.
AFFORDABLE CHOICE MOVERS. Safe, careful service with a smile. No job too big or too small. 970-759-5587, cell phone.
WOODCHUCKS. TREE REMOVAL and trimming, brush cutting and thinning. How much wood can a woodchuck chuck? 731-3171.
WE INSTALL PIPE FENCES, corrals, arenas, ranch entrances, custom barns, shops, welding, bobcat work, landscaping, western metal art, (970)759-4671, (719)580-4985.
CUSTOM CARPENTRY. ALL TYPES of trim, custom cabinets, remodeling (25 years experience). Custom molding available. Call Lou at 731-3130.
LANDSCAPING SERVICES, TREE WORK, brush removal, rock and dirt work, hauling. Buck Frisbee Landscaping and Lawn Services, 946-0996.
FREE FLOW FAUX. Interior home decorating, glazes, wood grains, marble. Any finish on any surface. Free consultation and estimates. Call Jeff, 385-7167, pager.
WEBER SAND AND GRAVEL is looking for a qualified crusher operator and equipment operator to work in Arboles/ Pagosa area. Call 264-4568.
MECHANICALLY INCLINED REPAIR PERSON. Must work well with public and have valid driver's license. Pay based on experience. Call Mark, 731-5564.
VILLAGE TEXACO is seeking motivated individuals for part time or full time positions. Health benefits after 1 year of employment. Apply in person, North Pagosa Blvd. and Highway. 160. Ask for Kevin.
AGENTS WANTED - Become part of our Number One sales team. We give you something you'll get nowhere else SUPPORT you can count on. Come to work for Coldwell Banker The Pagosa Group and you'll have access to the resources that create top-producing sales associates and a team spirit that is rare in any business. Call John Smith, Managing at 731-2000.
ATTENTION REAL ESTATE professionals! You selected a great profession. Come explore a company where you keep 100% of your commissions. For details, please call Herman Riggs and Associates, LLC, established 1977, at (970)264-2201.
HELP WANTED: RANCH help needed. Full-time, must have driver's license. Apply in person to Pagosa Land Company at 452 Pagosa Street.
HOSPICE SOCIAL WORKER. Mercy Medical Center has an opening for a Social Worker for the Hospice program in Pagosa Springs on an "as needed" basis. Flexible day shift hours. No weekends, holidays, or call. BSW or MSW required. Clinical experience preferred. Contact Pati at (970)382-2408. For an application, stop by Human Resources at 3801 N. Main Ave, or apply online at www.mercydurango.org. Resumes may be submitted to Mercy Medical Center, 375 E. Park Ave., Durango, CO 81301. Fax: (970)382-2410. EOE.
NEED A PART-TIME JOB? The Education Center is hiring junior high and high school students as tutors. $5.50 starting pay. Flexible scheduling. 264-2835. EOE.
THE CORNER STORE/FINA is accepting applications for a full-time clerk position. Must be outgoing and a team player. Shift requires some nights and weekends. Benefits for long-term employees. Related work experience and background check required. Apply in person at 40 Piedra Rd.
THE ARCHULETA BOARD OF County Commissioners is currently looking for qualified volunteers to fill two vacancies on the Tourism Fund Administrative Panel. This panel administers the tourism funds derived from the Lodgers' Tax. A qualified person would be someone currently involved in management of marketing and promoting the lodging industry. A minimum of three years experience is required. For an application, please contact the County Commissioners' Office, PO Box 1507, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 or 264-2536. Applications will be accepted until November 18, 2002.
HOUSEKEEPING POSITION AVAILABLE for responsible, hard working person. Must be available on weekends and holidays. Apply in person, Spa Motel, 317 Hot Springs Blvd.
ARCHULETA COUNTY, COLORADO (population 10,000) is seeking to hire a Civil Engineer. The successful applicant will have land development design experience and be responsible for performing project inspections, reviewing design, construction and project engineering plans and specifications, and overseeing various other engineering functions within the County organization such as oversight of roadway and bridge design. Minimum requirements include a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a minimum of two years of public works and/ or roadway construction practice. The position requires a thorough knowledge of theory, principles and practice of Civil Engineering in the application of planning and construction of public works projects. Position reports directly to the County Administrator. Salary is negotiable depending upon qualifications and experience. Please send resume to: Archuleta County, Attention: County Administrator, P.O. Box 1507, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. Position open until filled.
BEST WESTERN OAK RIDGE/ Squirrel's now hiring cooks, wait staff, front desk. We are understaffed! Apply in person.
CASE MANAGER FOR WHIMSPIRE (private child placement agency) for youth and therapeutic foster parents. B.A. in human service field required. Flexible hours. 385-1749.
RECEPTIONIST/ OFFICE ASSISTANT needed for busy appraisal office. Part-time only. Come by 475 Lewis Street, Suite 211 for an application. No phone calls please.
GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Indian Head Lodge. Closest facility to Williams Creek Reservoir. Provides groceries, sporting licenses, gas, propane, other supplies and much, much more. $400,000. Call Todd at Century 21 Wolf Creek, (970)731-2100.
ESTABLISHED ENGINEERING BUSINESS for sale. Great hourly income part time or full time. 970-264-2882.
SNOWMOBILE TOUR AND RENTAL business. Play all winter and get paid for it. $50K, call Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park for details. 264-5546.
LARGEST SPORTING GOODS STORE in Archuleta County. Indoor archery range/archery leagues. 4000 square feet of leased space with lots of parking. Business for sale only, $40,000, plus inventory. For more information call Todd at Century 21 Wolf Creek, 731-2100.
1977 PACE ARROW RV. 37 feet long, Dodge 440 engine, runs good. Fully self-contained, 2 air conditioners, forced-air heat. $4,500. Call 731-9228 or 946-5789.
3 FAIRLY NEW SNOWMOBILES for sale. Call 731-5447 or 731-2000, ask for Tom Craig.
1986 POLARIS TRAIL BOSS, 4X4, $2,000 OBO. 1995 Yamaha Big Bear, 4X4, $3,200. 264-9204.
1985 TOYOTA HORIZON MOTORHOME, fully self-contained, sleeps 4, heat, AC, built-in generator, 53,000 miles, excellent condition. $5,800 OBO. 264-4863.
1998 ARTIC CAT Powder Special 600cc with powder track, $2,600. Priced below book. 264-2332.
1998 SKI DOO MXZ 583. 300 miles, like new, $3,500. 1995 Ski Doo Formula Z-583. 300 miles, like new, $2,500. 1991 Arctic Cat 340. Good condition, great for kids, $800. 731-3986.
SNOWMOBILE, SKI DOO, formula MX, Bombardier. Engine 463, 800 miles. $1,200. 731-2010.
2 ARTIC CAT MOUNTAIN CAT snowmobiles. 5 years old, only 26 hours on each machine. Like-new condition. Includes cover and trailer. $6,000 OBO. 731-4266.
2 SNOWMOBILES: 350 1994 ARTICAT, 400 1996 Skidoo. Low mileage, deep discount from book value. Call (970)731-9667.
1996 ARCTIC CAT JAGUAR 440. Liquid cooled, only $1,000, $1,500 with trailer. Polaris 440, $400. 883-5547.
1976 TRAVEL TRAILER. Layton- 23, $800. Ed, 731-5817.
2000 FOREST RIVER. 24 foot 5th wheel trailer. Super slide, used very little, $13,000. 264-9204.
2001 POLARIS 600 RMK, 37 miles, $5,500. 1999 Polaris XCF Indy, 2 miles, $2,900. 2002 Triton trailer, $800. 731-1253.
HOLIDAY GREETING CARD by Mountain Snapshots. Get a head start! Produced in-house, ready in 48 hours. Only $14.99 for first 20. Call 731-4511 for information.
HELP WANTED- FRONT desk/ shipping clerk. Must be available evenings and weekends. Apply in person at the Spa Motel, 317 Hot Springs Blvd.
HORSEDRAWN SLEIGH FROM GRANDMA'S HOUSE IN MAINE. 100% original 1880s sleigh, complete down to trace and sleigh bells (but no horse). $1,475 OBO. 382-6607.
FOUR TIRES: POWER KING, tubeless, 12-16.5LT. Humane Society Thrift Store, 269 Pagosa Street.
TOW TRUCK DRIVER, on call. DMV printout and references needed. Apply at Piedra Car Care. 731-3335.
WEBER SAND AND GRAVEL is looking for a qualified crusher operator and equipment operator to work in Arboles/ Pagosa area. Call 264-4568.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOUNTAIN SNAPSHOTS. Get a head start! Holiday family photo packages, easy pricing. Same day proofs. Packages in 48 hours, 20 free greeting cards if booked by November 30. (Platinum only) Call for appointment at 731-4511.
TAMINAH (tah-mee-na) GALLERY and Frame Center. New winter hours: Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10a.m. until 5:30p.m. Closed Monday.
1988 TOYOTA PICKUP. 4WD, repo. Contact Rio Grande Savings & Loan Association, 731-4701.
BARGAIN FSBO- GREAT VIEWS, 1/4 acre LHP, 79 Carpin. $12K value for $8K or best offer. Includes tap. No RE fees. Must sell, make an offer. 946-2898.
AVAILABLE NOW. CHARMING 1 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom with loft in downtown area. Walking distance to hot springs, shops. Great views of Eagle Mountain. $550/ month with $550 deposit. Garage available for an additional $50 month. Call 731-3534 after 5:30p.m.
BEAUTIFUL WOODSTOVE FOR SALE. Large gray soapstone and cast iron with side door, front door with window, and warming rack. Paperwork included. $1,500. 731-5573.
CHRISTINE'S CUISINE WOULD LIKE to remind you the holidays are here! Please remember us for all your catering and festive party needs. Call 731-9562 or 731-5220.
WANTED: HVAC INSTALLER. Experience preferred, will train, CDL. Call for appointment, 264-9049.
MARY KAY OPEN HOUSE. November 16, 10a.m.- 2p.m., 678 Dichoso Street. Discontinued product 40% off, foundations 20% off, plus fantastic holiday gifts. 731-2729 for information.
AVAILABLE NOW. 2 BEDROOM, 1 bathroom home in downtown area. Great location - fenced yard, walking distance to shops, hot springs. $600/ month with $600 deposit. Call 731-3534 after 5:30p.m.
CLERICAL. TEMP ON AN as needed basis beginning 11/20/02. Skills needed are telephone, customer service and computer literate. Fast paced, casual environment. Call (970)264-4399.
COMMERCIAL OFFICE FOR RENT: New log office building on Pagosa Street. 325 sq. ft. available on second floor, facing the street. $450 per month, utilities included. Call (970)264-4399.
AVAILABLE NOW. 2 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom furnished home in Lake Pagosa Park area. Beautiful mountain and lake views. Includes garage. $800/ month with $800 deposit. Call 731-3534 after 5:30p.m.
FOR SALE: 1988 VOLKSWAGON Jetta. Runs great, lots of new work just done, new tires. Have a new car so need to sell. See it at Eddie's Repair. $900. Call 731-5705.
1840 CASE SKIDSTEER with 9-1/2 foot backhoe attachment and equipment trailer. $18,000 or best offer. 731-9149.
BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom home off Lake Pagosa. Furnished or unfurnished, short or long term. Available now. (970)731-1997.
OPEN HEART HEALING CENTER needs service exchanges, donations, or loans of the following items: 7x7 or larger tapestry or wall hanging, area carpets, 2 wing back or over stuffed chairs, clean white cotton sheets, logo, signage, lap top computer and printer, energy/ body work. Call Marianne or Edward, 731-3070.
STILL HAVE FREE FIREWOOD. 264-5160, leave message.
1991 FORD COACHMEN VAN. Sleeps 4, refrigerator, stove, microwave, toilet, TV/ VCR, generator, new transmission, good condition. $8,000 OBO. 731-9055.
NOW IS THE TIME to get your house clean for the holidays. Let me give your house its own shine before you decorate. Hardworking, detail-oriented. 731-5756.
EFFICIENCY APARTMENT FOR RENT. 17 miles from town, on river. Partially furnished, includes utilities. $400 per month plus deposits. 264-2476.
MYERS SNOWPLOW. EXCELLENT for Jeep or downsized pickups. Blade, lights, hydraulics in good condition, $1,300. 264-5364.
PROPANE CHARCOAL GRILL for sale (without bottle), $25. 731-4662.
BERMUDA GRASS HAY, $3.50 per bale. 264-0095.
FOR SALE: 2 LOVE SEATS, $80 and $100. Trundle bed set, includes sheets and bedspreads, $119. Antique dressing table, $70. Recliner, $65. Large wooden coffee table, $45. 264-1687.
IS IT TIME TO CLEAN YOUR FREEZER OUT? Bring your meat and fish to The Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park. Help to feed wolves, coyotes, mountain lions, bobcats, grizzly bear and black bear. 5 miles South on Highway 84. 264-5546. Open 7 days a week, 9 to 6. Feeding at 4.
NEED 16 FOOT DUAL axle flatbed trailer. Will pay top dollar. 264-4840.
CASH! SOLD REAL ESTATE? Carried financing? I buy owner- financed trustdeeds, contracts. Any size, location. Pat O'Brien (505)823-2877, 1(800)347-9501.
BE SURE TO check for more yard sales in the Too Late To Classify section.
ATTN: BUILDERS/ CONTRACTORS! Tools and construction materials for sale. New and used electrical, plumbing, bathroom fixtures, doors, generator and more. November 16 and 17. Turn at Pizza Hut, follow signs to 487 Rainbow Drive. 264-2276
SATURDAY ONLY, 8A.M. TO 4P.M. 273 Holiday Avenue, off Park Avenue. Two households merged, one of everything too much. Upright refrigerator, household items, 3 color TVs, Oster food processor, some furniture, Progressive shotshell reloader (12 gauge), clothing galore, outdoor stuff.
IF ANYONE has lost their pet, please call the Humane Society of Pagosa Springs, 731-4771. www.humanesocietyofpagosasprings. org.
LOST: WOMEN'S WALLET, black. Lost Friday evening, 11/8. Please return, reward offered! 264-6131.
Date High Low Precipitation
Type Depth Moisture
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11/6 |
52 |
18 |
- |
- |
- |
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11/7 |
54 |
24 |
- |
- |
- |
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11/8 |
46 |
28 |
S |
.25 |
.62 |
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11/9 |
42 |
25 |
S |
5.5 |
1.1 |
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11/10 |
38 |
16 |
S |
T |
T |
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11/11 |
39 |
18 |
- |
- |
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11/12 |
46 |
17 |
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Wolf Creek snowfall tops 115-inches;
cloud seeding effects not yet known
By John M. Motter
Staff Writer
Seasonal snowfall at Wolf Creek Ski Area reached 115 inches by 6:30 a.m. yesterday, according to a report released by the resort.
The early season precipitation on top of the Continental Divide was matched by mixed rain and snow, which soaked the hills and valleys around Pagosa Springs.
Pagosa Springs received 5.75 inches of snow and 1.72 inches of precipitation this past week between Nov. 6 and 12. Most of the snow, 5.5 inches, fell Saturday.
Cloud seeding in the area has been conducted three times since Nov. 1, according to Larry Hjermstad, owner of Western Weather Consultants, the Durango firm hired to conduct the cloud seeding project.
It is too soon to assess the effect of cloud seeding on local precipitation since Nov. 1, Hjermstad said. Assessment of the effectiveness of the cloud seeding operation is normally conducted after the cloud seeding program is ended. Western Weather Consultants will seed clouds in this area through March of next year.
Chances for precipitation during the coming week are slim, according to Ellen Hefferan, a forecaster with the National Weather Service office in Grand Junction. Today and tomorrow will be mostly cloudy, changing to mostly clear Saturday and through the extended period lasting through Wednesday.
High temperatures will range between 40 and 55 degrees with low temperatures ranging between 15 and 25 degrees.
A weak weather impulse should move through the area today, Hefferan said, but for the most part the Arctic Jet Stream will remain across the northern Rockies, at least until Wednesday of next week. The current westerly wind flow contains little moisture.
November snowfall total in town is 7 inches through Nov. 12, the precipitation total 1.85 inches.
High temperatures last week ranged between 38 and 54 degrees with an average high temperature of 45 degrees. Low temperatures ranged between 16 and 28 degrees with an average low reading of 21 degrees.
Snow depth at Wolf Creek Ski Area Nov. 13 was 61 inches at the summit, 48 inches midway. The Wolf Creek Temperature at 6:30 a.m. was 23 degrees. Tuesday's high was 37 degrees, Tuesday's low 8 degrees.
Youth basketball league play opens tonight
By Junior Lister
SUN Columnist
Youth basketball for youngsters 7-8 years old is off and running with seven teams practicing in the community center.
Games will begin today at 5:30 p.m. This age group was offered so younger children could be introduced to the game, learning fundamentals and skills that will help them become better players down the road.
Special compensations such as lower baskets, smaller basketballs and a shorter court are being made so the children can learn to shoot properly - actually shooting the ball instead of throwing it. The program has been very successful and the kids are having a ball.
Games will be played throughout the season Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Basketball sign-up
Sign-ups for both boys and girls ages 9-10 and 11-13 begin today with the deadline for registration 5 p.m. Nov. 22.
All children interested in playing youth basketball must fill out the proper forms and pay a $20 player fee at Town Hall. A coach's meeting has been tentatively set for 6 p.m. Dec. 3. Any late entries will be put on a waiting list.
Advisory council
The parks and recreation department would like to thank the following volunteers who sit on our council throughout the year. We meet the third Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. We discuss program budgets and future of programs. Many hours are donated and we thank them for their input and their efforts.
Board members include David Hamilton, John Perea, Dave Snyder, Sandy Caves, Scott Miller, Ming Steen and Brian Smith. Again, thank you for all your time and input for 2002.
Future sports complex
A new sports complex is in the planning stage, with a landscape architect firm being considered to help with a master plan. Please try to keep informed of future meetings concerning the planning of this endeavor. We would like all the public input possible on this project. We are in need of new baseball, softball and soccer fields, a skate park and intake-outtakes for the river enthusiasts here in town.
If you would like to be part of the planning project, come to the open meetings that will be announced at a later date.
Pirates lose 10-0 to Eagle Valley in quarterfinals
By John M. Motter
Staff Writer
Pagosa Springs' football team splashed to a slip-sliding close Saturday in Golden Peaks Stadium; a 10-0 loss to Eagle Valley in the Colorado 2A football playoffs.
The game was played in ankle-deep mud punctuated by blowing wind and, at various times, rain, sleet, snow and a little sunshine.
Saturday's game marked the second consecutive year the Pirates have reached the elite eight of Colorado 2A football. More than that, Pagosa has won the Intermountain League championship and entered the playoffs for four consecutive years.
Weather dictated play Saturday, but the sloppiness didn't water down the enthusiasm shown by players from either squad. Effective passing was impossible and the number of dropped and fumbled balls was almost more than could be counted.
In the end, an Eagle Valley drive late in the second period proved to be the difference between the two squads. The drive began on the Devil 27-yard line and consumed almost seven minutes. The Pirates had to swallow a heartbreaker because they seemed to have the drive stopped on Eagle Valley's 36-yard line. On fourth down, with 4 yards to go for a first down, J.J. Alvis punted for Eagle Valley apparently giving Pagosa a first down with good field position on their own 35-yard line. It was not to be. A Pirate slid into Alvis giving the Devils a first down on a roughing the kicker call.
Eagle Valley took advantage of the break. Eleven plays later, Alvis pounded into the end zone for the only touchdown of the game. Craig Jagger ran for two, giving Eagle Valley an 8-0 lead with 1:53 remaining in the half.
Pagosa fans screamed the louder, expecting a late game rally to rescue another win, something the gritty Pirates have accomplished repeatedly this season. It was not to be.
The Devils' final score came late in the final period when Pagosa was forced to gamble. Pirate Brandon Charles was tackled for a safety in his own end zone while attempting a flea-flicker pass. Eagle Valley's lead increased a notch to 10-0 with 3:22 left in the game. At that point, Pagosa needed two scores to win, an impossible task as the game wound down.
"I wish conditions could have been better," said Sean O'Donnell, the Pirate coach. "It's hard to blame it on the weather, but with the kinds of conditions on the field, luck played a big factor in the outcome. I think their double-wing offense was better suited to the mud than our triple option. It was difficult for us to do things we normally do."
O'Donnell was large in his praise of the effort put out by the Pagosa team. "I thought the kids battled as hard as they could," O'Donnell said. "They played together well, something they've done all season."
With Saturday's loss, Pagosa finished the season with an 8-3 record, 3-1 in the IML. Their loss to Bayfield in the last game of the season was the first IML loss for Pagosa in four seasons.
Playing their last game for Pagosa were seniors Jared Earley, Jarrett Frank, Justin Bloomquist, Cliff Hockett, Ryan Wendt, Andrew Knaggs, Brandon Rosgen, Brandon Charles, Jason Schutz, Pablo Martinez and Clayton Mastin.
"The future remains bright for next year," O'Donnell said. "It all depends on the amount of dedication the boys show next summer."
If they all come back, Pagosa has 14 returning juniors, 12 returning sophomores and a freshman. The Pirate junior varsity squad won their own version of the IML championship this year, losing only to varsity squads from Dolores and Center during the season.
Summary
Pagosa Springs 0 0 0 0 0
Eagle Valley 0 8 0 2 10
Scoring: Eagle Valley: Alvis 4 run (Jagger run 2). Eagle Valley: tackle Charles for safety.
Lady Pirates open basketball practice tonight
By Richard Walter
Staff Writer
Bob Lynch has a not-so-tall problem to tackle.
The new coach of the Pagosa Springs Lady Pirates basketball team finds himself in an unusual situation.
For at least the past eight seasons, Lady Pirate foes have been greeted with squad after squad featuring players over 6 feet tall. This year there are no veterans that height, and maybe a single player just tipping the 6-foot barrier.
What he will have plenty of is experienced young players complementing at least two senior veterans, guard Shannon Walkup and forward Katie Bliss.
Rounding out the returnees will be Lori Walkup, who started at guard as a freshman last year and her freshman running mate Bri Scott, who many believe will be moved to a forward position this year. Another senior veteran, Tricia Lucero, has indicated she may not play this year, choosing instead to focus on soccer. A third veteran from freshman participation last year is Molly Honan and at least four members of last year's junior varsity squad are hoping to break into varsity action.
Lynch and his squad hopefuls start practice tonight, so it will be a while before the rosters are set.
The first opposition will be in the form of a Dec. 3 scrimmage at home against Durango.
The following weekend, the Ladies will get into real action, opening the Buena Vista Invitational against Salida at 4 p.m. Dec. 6. Buena Vista and Battle Mountain of Minturn are in the lower bracket. The winners of the two opening games will play Saturday for the championship. Losers will play Saturday for third place. Boys teams from the same schools have similar matchups.
And then, Dec. 13 and 14, the Pirates will welcome Clear Creek of Evergreen, Gunnison and Jefferson of Edgewater high schools to the annual Wolf Creek Classic. Three days later, Dolores will come to town for a 7:30 p.m. clash.
The Ladies will close out 2002 with another road trip, participating Dec. 20 and 21 in the Rye Classic with La Junta, Manitou Springs and the host school as opponents.
Action in 2003 will open in New Mexico with a trip to Aztec for a 7 p.m. game Jan. 10 followed by a 5:30 p.m. home game Jan. 17 against Bloomfield.
Then the Ladies get into Intermountain League action, hosting always tough Centauri in the league opener Jan. 18 then going on the road to Ignacio Jan. 21 and Bayfield Jan. 24.
February opens with three consecutive home games. Monte Vista comes in on the first, Ignacio Feb. 6 and Bayfield Feb. 7.
The league schedule continues with a road trip to Centauri on the 14th and concludes with a trip to Monte Vista on the 22nd.
The league pigtail game to determine the fourth competitor for the league tournament is scheduled Feb. 25. The league tournament is Feb. 28 and March 1, with the host school to be determined. State playoff action, should the Ladies advance that far, will be March 13-15.
Ben Smith Jr.
Ben Smith Jr., 89, of Vernon, Texas, died Nov. 4, 2002, in Vernon. Funeral services were Tuesday, Nov. 5 in the First Presbyterian Church.
Smith was born Nov. 9, 1912, in Paola, Kan., a son of the late Ben H. Smith, Sr. and Nina Elizabeth Greenup Smith. He served in the U.S. Navy as a chief storekeeper during World War II and married Martha Dell Washington Aug. 24, 1952, in Vernon.
A graduate of North Texas State University, he was a farmer and rancher. He was a member and former deacon of the First Presbyterian Church. He was a summer resident of Pagosa Springs for the last 24 years. He and his wife Martha had many close friends in Pagosa Springs.
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Ben (Trey) Smith III of Denver, and Scott Smith of Grapevine, Texas; a daughter, Pamela Smith McCleary of Vernon; a brother, M.F. Smith of Vernon; and five grandchildren.
Paul Snyder
Paul Snyder, father of Jan Brookshier of Pagosa Springs, died Nov. 6, 2002, in Oklahoma Christian Home of natural causes.
Paul was born Dec. 10, 1907 and lived all but the last year of his life in Piedmont, Okla. He was preceded in death by his wife, Atha.
He is survived by three daughters, Jan, Norma Vandergriff and Marcia Preston of Edmond, Okla., eight grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Golden Peaks Stadium final
pacts total nearly $400,000
By Richard Walter
Staff Writer
The final phase of Golden Peaks Stadium improvement got the green light from the board of education of Archuleta School District 50 Joint Tuesday, a nearly $400,000 phase bringing total cost to just under $1 million by co