Mule Deer

Mule deer are a common sight in the San Juans, so-named for their large (mule-like) ears. They are relatively indifferent to the presence of human activity, and they can often be spotted in towns and along roadways as well as in the remote wilderness.

Way Back!

135 Years Ago From the July 12, 1890 edition of the Silverton Standard: KILLING OF YOHO IS RULED SELF DEFENSE. An inquest was held upon the remains of Isaac Yoho last Saturday evening and a number of witnesses examined.

Looking Back!

20 Years Ago July 8, 2005 Friends and family of the crew killed in a Tri-State Care- flight crash last week, along with the Durango medical and rescue community in general, this week mourned the victims in a series of tributes and memorials in Durango.

Gracias Alberto!

We celebrated summer solstice with an incredible amount of tropical storm moisture which originated down in the Gulf of Mexico. Alberto then drifted west south of the border before visiting us way up here in the heart of the San Juans.

Mountain Happenings

Ongoing • Move Spring Yoga Schedule Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 pm Gym Hours: 5:30 am- 9pm, 7 days a week (closed during yoga class).Please reach out to move.silverton@gmail.com. if you would like to join the Silverton’s community gym space.

Way Back!

From June 21, 1879 edition of the La Plata Miner: 145 YEARS AGO: TIMBER FIRES. Molas Buildings Destroyed. For the past three weeks the timber to the south of Silverton has been on fire.

Looking Back!

25 Years Ago June 24, 1999 At the June 16, 1999 Annual Silverton Chamber Dinner, Patty Dailey was named Silverton Citizen of the Year for her strong support of the community.

Jump UP!

Wednesday: 25.1 degrees at 7 am. Clear morning with occasional small cumulus by early afternoon! More with medium size midafternoon. Definitely summer and feeling warmer than the even hotter day before! 62.2° high Thursday: 26.4° cool, calm, and collected!