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Media Contact: Gaylene Ore
Ore Communications
(970) 887-2536
e-mail: gaylene@orecommunications.com
KREMMLING, COLORADO
Elev. 7364
Pop. 1600
History: In 1884, merchant Rudolph Kremmling established a general store on a wagon route serving Middle Park ranchers from what is now Summit County. In 1904, the town of Kremmling was incorporated and, in 1906, the Moffat Railroad arrived. Today, Kremmling has maintained its identity as a ranching community and haven for sportsmen and outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
What to Do: Outdoor recreation is king in Kremmling! The town is bounded by three national forest areas – Arapaho, Routt and White River – so the choices are many: uncrowded cross country skiing and snowshoe trails, year around fly-fishing on the nearby “Gold Medal” waters of the Colorado River, hunting elk or deer on the open range, or ice fishing on Wolford Mountain, Green Mountain and Williams Fork Reservoirs. During the summer enjoy OHV/ATV trails, hiking, mountain biking and of course, horseback riding.
Lodging: Visitors using Kremmling as a base for their backcountry adventures can choose from the areas vintage hotels, private cabins, motels, RV parks, camping and dude ranches.
Events: Most of Kremmling’s special events celebrate the town’s western heritage or outdoor recreational opportunities. The 2005 event schedule includes:
January 15 4th Annual Green Mountain Reservoir Ice Fishing Contest
February 5-6 The Colorado Blue Ididarace - held at the beautiful Peak Ranch outside of Kremmling, is an award winning event and one of the more respected dogsled events in the lower 48.
February 19 8th Annual Wolford Mountain Reservoir Ice Fishing Contest
June 17-19 The Kremmling Days Celebration-featuring a parade, live music, 5K/10K run, kids’ games, barbeque, street performers, craft vendors and the famous Cliff Golf Tournament.
September 10 17th Annual Roadkill Dinner & Trail ½ Marathon, 10K & 5K
Fun Fact:
· Grand County is a place where the country fair is still a social event--a place where rodeo queens compete, small kids show big hogs, and the cookie contest is fiercely competitive. Each September, Kremmling hosts the Middle Park Fair; the fair will take place September 14-18, 2005.
· The novel “Mysterious Rider” by western author Zane Grey is set near Kremmling, inspired by the writer’s stay in the town during the early 20th century.
Grand County, Colorado is the perfect year-round destinations with activities ranging from a family ski adventure to a real Western trail ride. For additional information on Grand County and an online Trip Planner check out www.grand-county.com or call 800-729-5821.
Media Contact: Gaylene Ore
Ore Communications
(970) 887-2536
e-mail: gaylene@orecommunications.com
KREMMLING, COLORADO
Elev. 7364
Pop. 1600
History: In 1884, merchant Rudolph Kremmling established a general store on a wagon route serving Middle Park ranchers from what is now Summit County. In 1904, the town of Kremmling was incorporated and, in 1906, the Moffat Railroad arrived. Today, Kremmling has maintained its identity as a ranching community and haven for sportsmen and outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
What to Do: Outdoor recreation is king in Kremmling! The town is bounded by three national forest areas – Arapaho, Routt and White River – so the choices are many: uncrowded cross country skiing and snowshoe trails, year around fly-fishing on the nearby “Gold Medal” waters of the Colorado River, hunting elk or deer on the open range, or ice fishing on Wolford Mountain, Green Mountain and Williams Fork Reservoirs. During the summer enjoy OHV/ATV trails, hiking, mountain biking and of course, horseback riding.
Lodging: Visitors using Kremmling as a base for their backcountry adventures can choose from the areas vintage hotels, private cabins, motels, RV parks, camping and dude ranches.
Events: Most of Kremmling’s special events celebrate the town’s western heritage or outdoor recreational opportunities. The 2005 event schedule includes:
January 15 4th Annual Green Mountain Reservoir Ice Fishing Contest
February 5-6 The Colorado Blue Ididarace - held at the beautiful Peak Ranch outside of Kremmling, is an award winning event and one of the more respected dogsled events in the lower 48.
February 19 8th Annual Wolford Mountain Reservoir Ice Fishing Contest
June 17-19 The Kremmling Days Celebration-featuring a parade, live music, 5K/10K run, kids’ games, barbeque, street performers, craft vendors and the famous Cliff Golf Tournament.
September 10 17th Annual Roadkill Dinner & Trail ½ Marathon, 10K & 5K
Fun Fact:
· Grand County is a place where the country fair is still a social event--a place where rodeo queens compete, small kids show big hogs, and the cookie contest is fiercely competitive. Each September, Kremmling hosts the Middle Park Fair; the fair will take place September 14-18, 2005.
· The novel “Mysterious Rider” by western author Zane Grey is set near Kremmling, inspired by the writer’s stay in the town during the early 20th century.
Grand County, Colorado is the perfect year-round destinations with activities ranging from a family ski adventure to a real Western trail ride. For additional information on Grand County and an online Trip Planner check out www.grand-county.com or call 800-729-5821.
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