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Dog Friendly Summer Vacations: YMCA of the Rockies
As spring sunshine returns to Colorado’s high country and summer wildflowers begin to bloom, it’s the perfect time to plan a dog-friendly mountain getaway. Warmer days, open trails, refreshing mountain air, and longer evenings make this season ideal for hiking, exploring, and relaxing outdoors with your pet.
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Winter Wildlife Guide at YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch
If you think winter in the Rockies is quiet and still, you haven’t walked the snow-covered trails at YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, Colorado. Yes, the world feels hushed. Yes, the meadows sparkle under fresh powder. But look a little closer and you’ll realize something magical: winter is alive.
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A New Chapter for the Arts at YMCA of the Rockies: Hempel Auditorium and Kathie Mennel Amphitheater Renovations Fully Funded
MCA of the Rockies is pleased to announce that renovations for two beloved performance venues at its Estes Park Center — Hempel Auditorium and the Kathie Mennel Amphitheater — are now fully funded.
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A Sweet New Chapter Begins This January
Starting January 4, 2026, the Sweet Memorial Program Building will be temporarily closing its doors for a well-deserved renovation.
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YMCA Expands Early Childhood Program at Estes Park Center
YMCA of the Rockies—Estes Park Center is adding a brand-new toddler room at the Bennett building, making room for more local families with littles ages 12 months to 2 years. It’s more than added space—it’s a deeper commitment to supporting the Estes Valley community with flexible, affordable care in a setting that’s rooted in the natural world.
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