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go apply for that loan. By waiting to check your report and scores until you want to buy a house, you may discover too late your financial history forces you into strict loan terms with high interest rates, or, worse, disqualifies you from getting any loan at all. How can you avoid this situation? Responsible past credit behavior, a healthy credit score and understanding your debt picture all play crucial roles in achieving your overall financial goals. So, reviewing your credit report and knowing your VantageScore credit score and how you compare to others is essential. By reviewing your report, you can verify the information in it, and take actions to correct any item that may require it. If you have any negative marks, now is the time to take action to address those issues and increase your credit score. Perhaps the biggest misconception about credit scoring is that all the three major credit bureaus TransUnion, Equifax and Experian produce the same score. Although similar, there are many different scoring forSee CREDIT, pg. 12

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By BPT Special to the Trail-Gazette

GRI, CRS, ABR, SRES, QSC, RRS, CLHMS, CDPE

MOUNTAIN BROKERS
970-586-1000 1200 GRAVES AVE.

Peggy Lynch - Broker Owner

The Peggy Lynch Team Visit www.peggylynch.com for all Estes Park listings

Kirk Fisher, Broker

www.AllensparkHome.info Price $125,000 2 Bedroom Cabin 912 sq ft, .60 acre New Roof, Hardwood Floors

www.134AspenDr.com Price $183,000 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 693 sq ft .39 acre, Private Setting Rare Gated Community

www.CondoFallRiver.info Price $158,500 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 684 sq ft On River, Great Fishing Income Property, Fully Furnished

www.2208Eaglecliff.com Price $255,000 2 Bed,1 Bath, 936 sq ft .21 acre, Remodeled Home Leave In and or Rental Income

www.HomeAndApartment.info Price $297,500 4 Bed, 4 Bath, 2716 sq ft 3 Rentals or Live in One Employee Housing Opportunity

www.BigElkMeadows.info Price $285,900 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1232 sq ft 2.85 acres, Best Views in Big Elk Metal Roof, Garage, Decks

www.HomeInEstesPark.info Price $275,000 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 1752 sq ft .34 acre, Incredible Views New Master Suite, Must See!

www.OverlookHome.info Price $290,000 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1296 sq ft Great Rental or Live In Year Around Stanley Amenities, Wow Views

www.EstesParkPrivateSetting.info Price $375,000 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1922 sq ft Private Setting and Huge Views Bordering Private Open Space

www.1420StrongAve.info Price $379,999 Totally Remodeled Home 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1932 sq ft Big Views, Incredible Setting

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INCREDIBLE LUXURY HOMES!

STUNNING custom 5BR, 4BA home on landscaped 1-acre lot overlooking Lake Estes and Longs Peak. Gourmet kitchen, 3 fireplaces, vaulted ceilings. This builders personal home can become your dream home! Will consider trade with another home in Estes Park.

These Listings And More At www.RangeRealty.com

515 Grand Estates Drive

lifestyle
ow many times do you have to hear something before you will actually try it? I will know something and not be interested in doing anything about it until the time is right. Then all of a sudden, I read about it or see it and waa-laa its the perfect time to make the change or to try something new. Its been a fun week reading all the New Year resolution articles attempting to nudge us into making another healthy change this year. I want to tempt you with todays article which is simply going to be a list of suggestions compiled from various articles and my own preaching. Who knows it might be today when youll get that waa-laa about changing a single habit. Eat breakfast every day. It revs up your metabolism, it satiates your hunger from an all night fast and it protects you from over eating later in the day.

$1,195,000
SECLUDED one-level living! New 4BR/3BA on 35 acres with pond, two creeks, bordered on two sides by National forest. Log-sided home has cathedral ceilings, handscraped hickory floors, moss rock double-sided gas fireplace, granite counters and large windows to bring in the views. Covered deck that overlooks the pond.

6500 E. Highway 36

Waa-laa, I can do that

High Altitude Health
Deborah Holmes
MedX of Estes

LAND IN THE CITY LIMITS!

2311 Larkspur Ave.
REDUCED TO A GREAT PRICE for this 0.9 acre lot. Plenty of Ponderosa Pines and views of Twin Sisters. Sewer tap is paid and all city utilities, including natural gas, are available. Located on a paved street in the city limits and close to the walking path.

$1,299,500

$139,900

888-319-2345 300 E. Elkhorn Ave. 970-586-2345

Ann Racine, Broker/Owner GRI, CRS 970-215-3883 Penny Maxwell, Broker Assoc., GRI 970-581-9438

ESTES PARK PROPERTIES

507 Grand Estates
$325,000

Ready to Build/Build to Suit Great Hwy 34 Access to Hwy 34

Large Historic Manor with Great Income Potential.

441 Chiquita Lane

$699,900

Kiowa Ridge Lots

Two Residential View Lots in Newer, Prestigious Neighborhood $162,000-$179,000

Large Corner Retail Lot close to Hwy 36 & Hwy 7 Intersection

455 S St. Vrain

$549,000

Truth. Integrity. Sound Advice.

Truth. Integrity. Sound Advice.
Thom Widawski, CCIM
PO Box 2128 Estes Park, CO 80517 970.586.2448 303.665.6500 www.veruscommercial.com

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act, which makes it il egal to advertise any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper wil not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

Park your car in the last spot in the lot. All those extra steps add up and count. Stop drinking soda and juice. The calories that drinks bring in can often be the part of your diet that is hindering your weight loss. Make an appointment with exercise and write it on your calendar. Eat an apple a day (or an orange, a pear, a banana, etc.) Monitor what you eat. Many studies show that people who write down what they eat are more successful at dieting. Take the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator. Every step counts. Wear a pedometer, which will help you understand your true activity every day. Pack your lunch as often as possible. This gives you the opportunity for packing a healthy lunch and saving money. Drink a large glass of water first thing in the morning and before every meal. Stretch every day, whether you are at the gym or sitting in front of the television. Upgrade your salads to dark, leafy greens (kale, radicchio, arugula or endive). This adds vital nutrients like fiber, calcium, vitamin C, iron, folate and beta-carotene to your plate. Keep a supply of healthy snacks available. Individual portions of cheeses, almonds, fruit or nutrition bars are good choices for that 4 oclock hunger.

Return the supermarket cart into the grocery store. More steps. Never reward yourself with junk food. Be aware of your trigger foods and avoid them. Write down your daily, or weekly, goals. Have a circle of friends who will get healthy with you. Research shows that people who have support are more successful with achieving their goals. Go meatless on Mondays. Its a simple way to cut back on heart-harming saturated fats. Stand up while talking on the phone. More movement and more steps. Consume enough fiber every day. Women need 30-35 grams and men need 35-40 grams, most Americans dont get enough daily fiber. Try one new activity a month. Sometimes breaking old habits is the only way to make progress in your exercise and activity levels. There are so many ways to stay active. Move for at least ten minutes a day, a consistent and planned ten minutes. Spend some time on Sunday to prepare your food for the week ahead. Peeling and chopping will make things so much easier after a busy work day. Floss every day. Brush your teeth immediately after eating. Focus on consistency. Get outside every day for a few minutes. Getting a good nights sleep is a priority to ones health. Self reflect, meditate or pray. Most importantly, do it for yourself. You cant make changes for other people, it must be for yourself. If its for you, then you will be successful.

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Nightlife
Jan. 5: Shaefer Welch. Rock Inn. 6 p.m. Jan. 9 & 16: Brown Bag Jam. Highland Music & Minstrels Gifts. 11:30 a.m. Jan. 11: Chain Station. Rock Inn. 9 p.m. Jan 12: Joe Gallo. Rock Inn. 6 p.m. Jan. 19: Neal Whitlock. Rock Inn. 6 p.m. Tues.: Texas Hold em. Wheel Bar. 7 p.m. Thurs.: Dennis-Tobias Band. The Estes Park Resort. 6 p.m.. Thurs: Dick Orleans. Marys Lake Lodge. 6 p.m. Thurs: Bluegrass Jam. Rock Inn.6 p.m. Fri.: James Davis. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6 p.m. Fri.: Friends of Folk Hosted by

Weekly nightlife

Dick Orleans. Marys Lake Lodge. 8 p.m. Fri & Sat.: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9 p.m. Fri. & Sat.: Ray Young. Jazz piano. Nickys Restaurant. 6 p.m. Sat.: Dennis-Tobias Band. Marys Lake Lodge. 8 p.m.

Estes Park Radio

Estes Park Community radio. http://web.mac.com/krev1047/KREV1047/Home.html

KREV 104.7 FM

Monday-Friday

35 p.m.

At the Movies

Reel Mountain Theater. Call 970-586-4227 for current shows and times.

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Not sugar-coated news. News you need. Because you deserve it.
FIRST COLORADO REALTY When you want to know about Estes Park area real estate, call the experienced professionals at First Colorado Realty. We specialize in primary and vacation homes and condos, vacant land and commercial property. Call 586-3333 or 800-401-7750.

69 a.m. Morning Music 910 a.m. Whats the Word 10Noon Sounds from the 50s Noon Jazz and Big Band 2 p.m. 23 p.m. Lux Radio Theater 34 p.m. Afternoon Classical 45 p.m. Footlight Parade 57 p.m. Dinner Music 79 p.m. Evening Classical 911 p.m. Lights Down Low 11 p.m. All Night Music 6 a.m.

57 p.m. 79 p.m. 9 p.m. 12 a.m. 12 6 a.m. All-Night Music

Into the Music Hwy 61 Dinner Music Easy Listening Evening Classical

Saturday
69 a.m. 91 a.m.

11 a.m. 1 p.m. 13 p.m.

Morning Music Old Time Radio Shows Music 1920s -1940s Pauls Show

68 a.m. Praise Music 810 a.m. Hymns 1011 a.m. Inspirational Messages 11 a.m. Pauls Show 1 p.m. 13 p.m. Afternoon Classical 35 p.m. Folk Music 57 p.m. Dinner Music 79 p.m. Traditional Jazz 9 p.m. Evening Classical Midnight Midnight All-Night Music 6 a.m.

Sunday

Realtor Register

our website at www. mountainparadiserealestate.com.

BETTS REALTY Offering experienced personal and professional service for your Estes Park area real estate needs. Call Dianne Betts, CRS, GRI, e-Pro Broker/Owner at (970) 586-0611 or 1-800-447-0305. Email: Dianne@DianneBetts.com PEAK REALTY When you are looking for your perfect piece of the Rockies, get the power of Peak Realty. Call us at 800- 530-8812 or, locally, 970-586-9551. Stop by our new location at 433A West Elkhorn Ave. in Estes Park. COLDWELL BANKER - ESTES VILLAGE PROPERTIES Where the Estes Valley has been coming for real estate solutions for over 25 years. We combine Coldwell Bankers global resources with our local expertise and small-town way of doing business to make your real estate transactions both successful and enjoyable. For the most complete and current listings in the Estes Valley, visit us at 320 E. Elkhorn, call us at 586-4425, or toll-free at 1-800-726-1405. Or visit us at www. estesparkrealestate.com. ESTES PARK REALTY Estes Park Realty is the premier real estate agency for the Estes Park Valley area. Were the only agency in town that offers buyer and seller performance guarantees! Were also your best source for luxury and ranch properties. Visit our websites at www.EstesParkFineHomes.com and www.EstesParkRealty. com. Call us at 970-577-0040 or 1-877-577-0040. MOUNTAIN PARADISE REAL ESTATE For 32 years of real estate experience in Estes Park, call (970) 586-0713 or visit

PRUDENTIAL TEAM REALTY Dating back to 1875, the Prudential name, along with the Rock logo, has stood for strength, stability and integrity. When home buyers and sellers see a Prudential Team Realty sign in your yard, they will link the Rock with remarkable service, quality and trust. Prudential Team Realty in Estes Park adds to this image with over 165 years of combined Broker real estate experience. Visit our office in the Stanley Village Shopping Center. RE/MAX MOUNTAIN BROKERS RE/MAX Associates average twice the experience & three times as many sales per agent than other real estate professionals. When its time to sell or buy, its time to turn to RE/MAX. The hometown experts with a world of experience. Call today. 970-586-5324 or 1-800-827-8780. Tour our listings at www.remaxmountain- brokers-estes-park-colorado.com. RANGE REALTY We are the oldest real estate company in Estes Park, offering you professional and friendly service for all your real estate needs. Please call us at 970-586-2345, or
visit our website, at www.rangerealty.com

ESTES VALLEY 8z REAL ESTATE To know Estes Park is to love Estes Park. Living here along with working here allows us to know Estes Park like the backs of our hands. We Specialize in personalized service, offering Buyer and Seller agency. We are your complete solution for ALL of your real estate needs. For our listing clients we have one of the most searched web-sites in Colorado. This web-site has more than 80,000 registered buyers and more than 300,000 visits in the last month. Just go to www.bretfreedman.com to search for your dream property or call Bret Freedman, Broker/Owner, at 970-586-1700.

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970.586.3333 or 800.401.7750
523 st. Vrain Lane estes Park, CO 80517

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Spectacular North-End home. Greatroom of soaring ceilings, stone fireplaces and hardwood flooring. Custom kitchen with expansive bar, lots of prep areas & cabinetry, plus sun-filled breakfast nook. Luxurious master suite plus 3 or 4 additional BR, rec-room, home offices.... Expansive outdoor living and 1600sf+ studio/workshop complete this 10ac estate...

Rocky Mountain Ranch Living

This is a rare 1.7 acre property, surrounded by open range ranchland between Glen Haven & Drake bordering the North Fork of Big Thompson River. The 1972 rock wall terracing & patios are sheltered by a variety of trees. Unique home design offers 4/BRs/2Baths, a 1200+ sqft garage & 2,420 sf of flexible living with the warmth of wood throughout. www.12849CntyRd43.com

400 of River Frontage

Dramatic views of The Continental Divide welcome you to this fine mountain home, nestled against 63-acres of open space & National Forest. Panoramic views, snow-capped peaks and a generous 4005sf floorplan provides one-level living & plenty of room for company. 3-bedroom suites, 4 luxurious baths, home office, 4 fireplaces, wrap-around deck & 3-bay garage.

www.estesParkViews.com

Exquisite 4BR/4BA, Full Log home located on a Private Mtn Estate. Reclaimed wood floors, log beam ceilings, expansive Mtn & Lake views. Gourmet kitchen w/Wolf & KitchenAid stainless. Extensive deck & patios, new Alfresco kitchen. Ultimate Luxury inside and out!

80 acre Paradise

$1,150,000 www.RMnPestate.com

$529,000 12849 County Road 43

Spectacular mountain home on 7.88 acres with breathtaking, panoramic views across mountain meadows and up to the snow-capped peaks of Twin Sisters. Luxurious everyday living or grand entertaining within 12,000+sf residence, plus over 2,000sf of covered verandas and inviting patios with peaceful native rock waterfalls. Very private, yet moments from Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Meticulously created and cared for, ready for your enjoyment. Lets explore 3005 Grey Fox Drive Well below market value at $2.795m.

$799,000 2091 Uplands Circle

Home + 35 acres $1,495,000 Home + 80 acres $1,895,000 www.tourfactory.com/860984

www.serenityatCedarRidge.com

3005 Grey Fox drive

Beautiful 1.56/acre wooded setting and fabulous views welcome you to this mountain home. Great-room floor plan with warm tones throughout, stone fireplace, island kitchen with walk-in pantry and tile counters. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, including a luxurious master suite. Expansive deck for ideal outdoor living takes in the views of Twin Sisters & The Estes Valley.

Custom designed Home

One of the most elegant homes in Carriage Hills this 4 BR 3 Ba is a must see! Over 3500 finished sq ft! Cherry, bamboo, oak and pine wood floors throughout, exquisite tile work in the kitchen, cathedral ceilings and beams and firplaces in Living Room and Master.

Mountain splendor

$699,000 2901 kiowa trail

$499,000 405 Ponderosa

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Investors take note! Ideal rental property offering a total of 5 units on 2 legal lots Zoned RM. Located on premium corner across from The Knolls Open Space in downtown Estes Park. 3-1/bedroom units, 1-2/bedroom unit and a 2/br cottage. Strong rental history and very little vacancy. Make it an Inn, manage as-is or hold for re-development!

Premier Corner in estes Park

Mountain Fairway one level living with spacious, light & open floor plan & cathedral ceiling. Tile in baths, kitchen & entry, moss rock FP, and an L shaped 300 sq ft deck with sunny views of golf greens & mountain views. Great location, roomy double 462 sq ft garage, close to Town, walking trails, & wildlife viewing. 1632 sq ft, 2 BR/2Bath. www.1450MatthewCr.com

easy Living in estes Park

$599,900 373 & 377 MacGregor avenue

$329,000 1450 Matthew Circle H-2

Historic 1910 Cabin w/ unobstructed Longs Peak & Continental Divide Views! Fully updated for year round living & contemporary comforts. 2BR/2BA, w/native stone fireplace and 2-car garage. Many new updates! Request full list. Only steps from your door into the National Park. Perfect Full Time Residence, Vacation Home or Income Property. Furniture available.

incredible Cabin, incredible Views

Welcome to The Kokopelli Inn, an enchanting Southwestern-themed B & B located on 15+ acres just east of Estes Park. Offering 4 guest suites plus an owners suite, this is the perfect property to fulfill your innkeeping dreams, with strong numbers and outstanding growth potential. Minutes to Estes Park and RMNP. Lets talk about this remarkable inn, consistently ranked #1 or #2 on TripAdvisor.com!

Popular southwestern inn

$360,000 2141 High drive

$695,000 www.kokopelliinn.net

L e a d e R s i n e s t e s Pa R k R e a L e s tat e
Christian Collinet, Broker/Owner 970-231-8570 Penny Brisbin, Licensed Assistant to Christian Collinet Diane Visintainer, Administrative Assistant Brad Barnett, Broker Assoc. 970-212-6780 Becky Beckingham, Broker Associate 720-273-2843 Julia Daley, Broker Assoc. 720-937-0806 Becky Davis, GRI, Broker Assoc. 970-405-9709 Sue Magnuson, GRI, Broker Assoc 970-214-0319 Judy Nystrom, GRI, Broker Assoc. 970-586-5053 Glinda Doyle, Assistant to Judy Nystrom Mike Richardson, GRI, Broker Assoc. 970-215-2722 Heidi Riedesel, Broker Assoc. 970-691-7083 Lori Smith, Broker Assoc. 970-232-5511 Jack Smith, Broker Assoc. 970-231-7327 Tom Thomas, Broker Associate 970-481-3619

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mulas, so variations can occur. The three major credit bureaus partnered to develop VantageScore credit score to make credit scores more consistent and predictable across all three credit bureaus. VantageScore credit scores fall within a range of 501 to 990 and include a letter grade from A to F, the higher your score, the better. Even though new methods provide more consistent formulas, there may still be variations across the three credit bureaus, because information on individual credit reports may differ from bureau to bureau. Furthermore, each company is provided updated information from creditors on different days of the month, so an increase or decrease for one might happen on the first day of the month, while another may not occur until the 15th. These differentiators are why its important to know all three of your scores. If you find the scores you have are lower than youd like, there are some key things you can do. Most credit scores are derived by looking at the following five attributes. By understanding what makes up these five factors, you can begin to change your behavior to improve your credit scores. 1. Payment history: A good record of on-time payments will help increase your credit scores. Review your credit reports closely and regularly. Late payments and other negative marks typically remain on your credit reports for up to seven years from the date of first delinquency. If you do find a mistake, take the proper steps to correct it, so you can increase your scores. 2. Credit account history: An established credit history makes you a less risky borrower. Keeping old accounts that you have paid off can also help keep your debt-tocredit ratio more favorable. Think twice before closing old accounts before a loan application. 3. Outstanding debt: High balances in relation to your credit limits can lower your credit score. Aim for balances less than 35 percent of your total available credit. You can determine your debt-to-credit ratio by reviewing your credit report now. 4. Recent inquiries: When a lender or business checks your credit in response to an application, it causes a hard inquiry on your report and may result in a slight ding to your credit score, so apply for new credit in moderation. Remember, viewing your own report and score is counted as a soft inquiry and doesnt change the score one way or another. 5. Types of credit: A healthy credit profile has a balanced mix of credit accounts and loans. It shows you have paid bills in the past and know how to manage different types of credit obligations. By reviewing your current credit reports and learning what your three scores are, youll set yourself up for financial success in the future.

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EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP 1 level open fl plan, oversized master suite w/office, 2 fireplaces, hardwood throughout, wet bar, fenced backyard. Lrg heated garage. Impeccably maintained,1 acre, overlooks Estes Valley. $559,000 600 Whispering Pines

SPECTACULAR MTN VIEWS! Immaculate stand alone condo in exclusive Stanley Historic District, premium construction & finishes. Small complex surrounded by greenbelt & open space. Walking distance to downtown Estes & the Stanley Hotel. $489,000. 253 Steamer Ct #6

970-586-4425 800-726-1405 320 East Elkhorn, P.O. Box 4130. Estes Park CO 80517

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Ice fishing: a cold truth

Ride Easy Pard
single file. 6-10 inches, a.t.v.s and snowmobiles are probably okay. 10-16 inches, small cars and pickups should be safe, 16inches or more, larger pickups and cars may be okay, if it is good, clear, solid ice. Remember, its ice, not solid ground. Please be careful. Ride Easy Pards. . . Vic mtyodeler@hotmail.com.

watched a lot of fishermen on the lake on the coldest, windiest days of the winter. Most of them didnt use an icehouse. Theyd drive their Victor T. pickup to the area where Anderson other fishermen were catching fish and pull their equipment on a sled to where they wanted to fish. Theyd drill several holes in the ice and set their short fishing poles ve been watching with a tip up rig at each hole. ice fishermen for They would visit with one many years and I did some ice fishing another or sit on an overturned bucket watching the on a lake outside of my home town in Montana a few tip ups. When a fish took the times. Mostly we played pok- bait, the tip up flag would er and occasionally pulled up snap up and theyd pull up the line to see if wed caught the fish. Sometimes theyd anything. Didnt catch much, be busy as heck re-baiting and catching. Other times but had a good time. theyd sit for long periods One winter, while visiting with nothing to do. friends in Minnesota, I did A friend of mine loves to some ice fishing with a ice fish. He is a little indespear. Their icehouse was pendent minded and doesnt pulled onto the ice in the same place for several years. always go where everyone else goes. He had his honey It was completely dark inholes, where he prefers to side. They saved their eggfish. The lake is on the Misshells, which they crushed up and poured onto the lake souri River, which has warm floor through the hole in the springs here and there. He sunk his pickup in the lake ice, which was as long as two years in a row. He still one side as the fish house goes ice fishing. and about 18 inches wide. I see ice houses popping The eggshells lying on the up around here since the lakebed below that dark weather finally got winter room provided a light backlike. I know how enjoyable ground. When a fish swam ice fishing is, and its a great over it, you could see its way to spend time with your form and plunge the fishing family and friends. spear into it. I caught one, I Just remember to be caredont remember what it was, but as I recall, it was around ful and be aware of the thickness of the ice. If it is less 20 or so inches in length. My brother had a ranch in than 4 inches thick, stay off Montana on the shoreline on it. 4-6 inches should be safe for ice fishingand walking Canyon Ferry Lake. We

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Gerald Mayo 970-215-5757

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TEAM REALTY 457 E. Wonderview Estes Park, CO 1-800-607-3838

Two brand new construction units now in progress at Park River West! These amazing 3
Brand New Construction!

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bedroom, 2.5 bath units are custom built with granite countertops, wood floors, gas fireplace and more. Fantastic location only minutes from downtown Estes Park and RMNP. Luxurious mountain living in a tranquil river setting. Starting at $365,000

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