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RMNP-022-2009-06-22 :: Part 2 – RMNP Trip Planning With Handicap – Disability Considerations

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Part 2 – This week Dixie Manning talks about activities in RMNP and Estes Park.

 
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Resources and Links:

  • Information outline for this podcast on RMNPguide.com – click here
  • http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/upload/access_brochure-2.pdf – NPS/ROMO brochure regarding handicap/disability access
  • http://www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm – Link to Access Pass for those with disabilities
  • Dixie Manning – MountainDrama.com
  • Trendz (business referred to in pocast – corner of Elkhorn & Moraine) – Click Here for Trendz website
  • Moraine Park Museum – Click here for NPS webpage
  • Music:
    Bosco and Peck – “I can’t help” – >>artist website<<

    RMNP-021-2009-05-15 :: Trip Planning With Handicap & Disability Considerations

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    This week Dixie Manning talks about trip planning with handicap/disability considerations.

     
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    Resources and Links:

  • Information outline for this podcast on RMNPguide.com – click here
  • http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/upload/access_brochure-2.pdf – NPS/ROMO brochure regarding handicap/disability access
  • http://www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm – Link to Access Pass for those with disabilities
  • Dixie Manning – MountainDrama.com
  • Music:
    Leesha Harvey – “Don’t Hold It Against Me” – >>artist website<<

    RMNP-020-2009-04-13 :: Mountain Pine Beetle Mitigation

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    This week we talk with Emily Parsons of Tiger Tree Inc. Emily talks with us about the mitigation work they’re contracted to do in Rocky Mountain National Park.

     
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    Resources and Links:

  • Tiger Tree Inc.
  • U.S. Forest Service Pine Beetle Info
  • Pine Beetle Infestation Map
  • Statement of Work – Mitigation in RMNP
  • RMNP-019-2009-04-06 :: Rocky Mountain National Park Wilderness Designation!

    RMNP gets Wilderness Area designation

    This week Kyle Patterson gives us an overview of the wilderness designation for Rocky Mountain National Park.

     
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    Resources and Links:

  • H.R. 146/Public Law 111-11
  • National Park Service/RMNP website
  • Music:
    Adrina Thorpe – “Coming Home” >>artist website<<

    Elk and Vegetation Management Plan

     
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    RMNP-018-2009-01-27 :: RMNP on the Cheap!

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    RMNP-021-2009-1-27 :: RMNP on the Cheap

    This week we talk with Dixie Manning, John Swadley, Bill Powers, and Marvin Furgison for our first group podcast. We cover visiting Rocky Mountain National Park on the cheap focusing on food, lodging, and activities. This show is geared a bit more towards those new to the park and planning their trip with the frugal mindset.

     
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    Resources and Links:

  • RMNPforums.com
  • RMNPguide.com
  • Dixie Manning
  • John Swadley
  • Bill Powers
  • Marvin Furgison
  • GasPriceWatch.com
  • Gasbuddy.com
  • EstesPark-online.com
  • Jellystone of Estes
  • Priceline.com Airfare – Choose your EXACT flight & time!
  • REI.com
  • Alpine Trail Ridge Inn
  • Trip Advisor.com
  • RMNP camping
  • RMNP backcountry
  • Music:

    Todd Lerner “Song For Free” >>band website<<

    RMNP-017-2008-12-18 :: It’s Christmas! 2008

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    Details on artists & songs to come soon….

     
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    RMNP-016-2008-11-30 :: Winter Recreation with Ed Huesers

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    Ed Huesers near Thatchtop Mountain

    Ed Huesers, of Grand Shelters, talks with us about getting out in the backcountry during winter conditions. Igloo Ed, as many know him by, knows how to have a good time in the winter. Ed is also co-owner/inventor of the ICEBOX®. He is very gracious with his time and knowledge as many of us who have hiked with him know. If you’re interested in getting out and playing in the snow in RMNP then listen in. Ed has tips for beginners and suggestions for gear and clothing. The gear geek is back with some tips on putting together your own first aid kit.

     
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    Resources and Links:

  • Grand Shelters – ICEBOX®
  • Estes Park Mountain Shop – for your gear needs – Rentals as well!!
  • NPS.gov – RMNP Winter Activities webpage
  • Two Forums to talk to Ed: Grand Shelters Forums or RMNPforums.com
  • Music:

    Dirty Heads – “Chelsea” >>Band’s Website<<

    Discussion:

    Discuss this podcast at rmnpforums.com, click here!

    RMNP-015-07-14 :: Kevin Muente – Artist in Residence, RMNP

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    Kevin Muente, paint artist and professor at Northern Kentucky University, talks with us about his experience as this year’s first artist in residence at Rocky Mountain National Park.

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    Resources and Links:

  • Kevin Muente
  • Trail-Gazette interview with Kevin Muente
  • Check out the New American Paintings Magazine (buy at Barnes & Noble or your local bookstore) and see Kevin’s work featured in the magazine – Buy New American Paintings at Amazon.com, click here!
  • Galleries that show Kevin’s paintings, Heike Pickett Gallery and Gross McCleaf
  • Music:
    Brother Love – “Summertime” >>band website<<

    Discussion:
    Discuss this podcast at rmnpforums.com, click here!

    RMNP-014-2008-04-10 :: Colorado Mountain School

    This week we talk with Dale Remsberg, a guide with the Colorado Mountain School, about what the Colorado Mountain School has to offer and why we may need and/or want their guiding services as well as educational services.

    Show Length: 33:28min (32MB download)

     
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    Resources and Links:

  • Colorado Mountain School
  • Dale Remsberg
  • Music:
    Loveless – “Go” >>Band Website<<

    Discussion:
    Discuss this podcast at rmnpforums.com, click here!