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Welcome to Our Club, Proud Member of District 5450
Service Above Self
Tuesdays at 7:00 a.m.
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83 Nancy's Place, CR 1014
Frisco, CO 80443
United States of America
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President's Message 8/8/25
Judi LaPoint
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Let’s Go Out On Top

“The finish line is in sight. Let’s cross it strong—together.”


As you know, this is the final year of our Car Raffle—a long-standing tradition that has raised thousands for our community. How we finish matters!

Right now, fewer than half of our members have taken even ONE a selling shift. Even fewer have signed up for two.

And I get it—selling on the street isn’t easy. But it’s how we fund what we care aboutIt’s how we stay strong. And right now, too few are doing too much.

If you believe in this club—if you value what we do—please step forward.

Here's all you need to do:

  • If you haven’t signed up? Please do.
  • If you've already done one? Consider two.
  • If you're not sure what to expect? If at all POSSIBLE I WILL SELL WITH YOU!  Or Jim, or Bob, or Pat, or Deb, or....... support is here.

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“If we want to keep making a difference, we have to finish strong. This is our moment to show up—not for the raffle, but for each other.”
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With sincere gratitude,
 
Judi
 
 
CAR RAFFLE NEEDS - We are in the FINAL stretch. Only FIVE WEEKS LEFT! Can you help? Please go to our sign up genius and register for one more sales date.
 
 
 
 
 

Rotary Club of Summit County Activities

August 12 – ROTARY NIGHT AT COMMUNITY DINNER – 8-10 volunteers needed - Cindy

August 17  Edelweiss Cabin Hike/Picnic  Ann Clement and David Matthews  10-3pm  Directions BELOW


SEPTEMBER

September 6 – Saturday HIKE ROTARY PEAK! Fun, but it’s not for sissies! See Jim Brook

September 10  Happy Hour AC Marriott in Frisco  Time TBD

September 15  - BINGO at the BOX

 September 20 – Car RAFFLE DRAWING  -Frisco Historic Park 4:00

SEPTEMBER 20th -  50th Anniversary Gala Sr. Center SAVE THE DATE

December

December 9 CHRISTMAS PARTY – 5:30 Timberline Craft Kitchen

Announcements

Last week Deb announced that Stu Dearnly was going to be joining a group for dinner at the Elks Lodge later this month. He's no longer coming to Summit County during his trip back to the states, so he can spend more time with his mom.

Stories
Edelweiss Cabin hike and picnic

WHEN:

• Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025
• Come at 10 a.m. if you want to hike to Boulder Lake
• Lunch will be at about 1 p.m.
• Come anytime if you just want to enjoy

BRING:

• A ready-to-serve lunch item to share. We do not have water or electricity at the cabin.
• Coolers for your food
• Whatever you would like to drink, ice in a cooler 
• Camping chairs
• Paper goods and utensils will be provided

DIRECTIONS: 1643 Meadowbrook Lane, CR 13

From Silverthorne, go about 12 miles north on Colorado Highway 9 toward Kremmling. Some markers you will see: the Blue River campground on your right, mile marker 110 on your right and a parking area on your right. Then, after about 50 m, Boulder Creek Road (CR 1376) on your left. If you get to Ute Pass Road, you have gone way too far! (If you are coming from the north, just turn right on Boulder Creek Road. It is just south of the bridge where Boulder Creek joins the Blue. The turn is the next one south of Sierra Bosque.)

For those coming from Kremmling, turn left onto Boulder Creek Road, which turns right on a bridge over Boulder Creek. You will see a sign that says Meadowbrook Lane. Continue on the road as it turns west (the only way to go) and drive west about 1 1/2 miles. Then on your right you will see our log cabin. Parking is on the lot across (south) of the cabin. Park diagonally. If you need assistance and cannot walk to the cabin, go past the cabin and drive to the driveway — a wooden bear with the sign Edelweiss marks the entrance. Drive in the driveway to the cabin.

You can get AT&T and Consumer Cellular cell reception on a cell phone. Verizon, etc., does not get cell service. If you cannot get reception and if you get lost, go to Highway 9 until you get cell phone reception, and call Ann at 970-389-0031.

Carpooling is suggested as there is minimal parking available. If you are going for the hike, keys need to be left in the cars so that they can be moved in case of an emergency.

Any questions, call Ann before Aug. 17 at 970-389-0031 or email almclement@comcast.net.

IF IT RAINS, IT IS CANCELLED.
 

Prospective members

Gary Wilkinson

I was born in Nyack, New York, and raised for my first 11 years in the hamlet of Valley Cottage. Father was a carpenter and mother was a homemaker. Moved to Evergreen because of asthma, and lived there 5 years before moving to Frisco, where I finished high school at Summit High in a class of 26. Member of the ski team in high school, and we won the state championship in 1968 for the first time for Summit High. Went on to attending Colorado School of Mines and received a BSc degree in mining engineering. Was a member of their ski team as well. After college began a career in mining at the Climax Mine working in the open pit as well as a couple years underground. I had begun coaching alpine ski racing during college and continued that coaching at Loveland Ski Area on weekends. After 12 years, the mine closed down because of low prices in May 1986. A friend of mine soon after offered me a job working for Robillard and Assoc. as a surveyor. That started another career that led to me getting my professional license in Colorado and becoming the county surveyor for Summit County. It also began my interest in land use and how decisions were being made for development in the county. I was appointed to the Tenmile Planning Commission as well as the Countywide Planning Commission. I became interested in town politics and ran for town council, winning in 2004. This led to me becoming mayor from 2012 to 2020. During this time, Climax was reopening and I returned there to supervise the drilling and blasting operations. After leaving the mine in 2019, I have enjoyed traveling while working part-time for Range West surveyors helping them during busy times. I have 2 daughters from my first marriage and 3 grandchildren. Currently married to Joyce Burford and have enjoyed many trips to wonderful places with her.  

 

Jack Bazler
I was born in Ohio and spent my early years in Appalachia. We moved to the Columbus area where I lived on a 9-hole golf course. I played all high school sports except baseball, and my country golf team went to the Ohio State Championship. I grew up working hard bailing hay; planting corn, wheat and soybeans; and making maple syrup. Only now do I understand how lucky I was to have parents who pushed me toward hard work and achievement. After graduating from the US Merchant Marine Academy, I spent a couple years in ships traveling all over the world. I returned to school to earn my MBA from Western Reserve University and worked for a year in Europe for a shipping company. I then settled into my final career as a stock broker in San Francisco in 1970 and retired in 2006. I met my wonderful wife on a United Airlines flight. She’s deceased as of 2023. My daughter Kaitlyn lives in Boulder with her husband, Nick, and daughter, Ayla.

 

Blair Middleton
I was born and raised in Chicago and have lived in Washington, D.C., Colorado, and even spent time living abroad. I love cooking for friends and family, playing tennis and exploring the outdoors. Giving back to my community has always been a central part of who I am, and I’m excited about the opportunity to be part of the Rotary Club and contribute meaningfully alongside others who value service and connection.

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Birthdays & Anniversaries

Member Birthdays
Robert Ashley
August 2
 
Michele Knight
August 9
 
Benedicte Jeanson
August 17
 
Ron Carlson
August 20
 
Betty Naftz
August 28
 
Join Date
Asa Armstrong
August 7, 2012
13 years
 
Michael Kurth
August 8, 2000
25 years
 
Andrea Browne
August 11, 2022
3 years
 
Deborah Hage
August 12, 2003
22 years
 
Pat Aden
August 13, 2019
6 years
 
Ron Lara
August 19, 2014
11 years
 
Bruce Butler
August 24, 2010
15 years
 
Stephanie Katz
August 30, 2011
14 years
 
 
 
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