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Mountain Happenings

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Ongoing• Move Yoga ScheduleTuesdays 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.
SJMA's Forest Ambassadors Morgan and Kyndall cleaning out a fire ring along South Mineral Road before the crowds arrive for the season. Photo by John Mashburn

SJMA's Forest Ambassadors Morgan and Kyndall cleaning out a fire ring along South Mineral Road before the crowds arrive for the season. Photo by John Mashburn

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Summer is on the horizon; navigating the new reality of longer recreational seasons

Meghann Burke
Thursday, June 18, 2026
These last couple years, it seems people are out recreating earlier and staying out later in the season. We all hope this winter was a hoax, but overall, this may represent a new trend and new challenges to public land management.
Jerry Hoffer Celebration of Life June 6th photo by Durango Railroad Historical Society

Jerry Hoffer Celebration of Life June 6th photo by Durango Railroad Historical Society

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Honoring Longtime Local Jerry Hoffer

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Today we gather to celebrate the life of Jerry Brooks Hoffer, a devoted husband, loving family man, electrical engineer, lifelong railroader, mountaineer, spelunker, musician, and a man deeply dedicated to Silverton and San Juan County.

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San Juan County Primary Elections Q & A

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
The June 30 Primary Election is an important step in Colorado’s election process, but primary elections can be confusing—especially for unaffiliated voters or voters who do not vote in every election.
Two moose hanging out by the railroad bridge without a care in the world long after all the tourist have left for the day photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Two moose hanging out by the railroad bridge without a care in the world long after all the tourist have left for the day photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Two moose hanging out

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Two moose hanging out
Megan after the 2017 The North Face 50 Mile Photo iRunFar Bryon Powell

Megan after the 2017 The North Face 50 Mile Photo iRunFar Bryon Powell

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Remembering Megan Kimmel

Meghan Hicks
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Megan Kimmel tragically passed away this past week, at the age of 46.A beloved off-road runner, backcountry skier, hiker, dog mom, entrepreneur, free spirit, family member, and friend, Megan brought joy to the lives of so many.
Silverton Wild, a new nonprofit focused on outdoor recreation events, had a booth at Silverton Summer Sounds. Dr. Yvonne Naughton and Angelo Colletti are a part of the new nonprofit photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Silverton Wild, a new nonprofit focused on outdoor recreation events, had a booth at Silverton Summer Sounds. Dr. Yvonne Naughton and Angelo Colletti are a part of the new nonprofit photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
SILVERTON SOCIETY
Silverton’s baseball field is being used every week by locals photo by Dayna Kranker

Silverton’s baseball field is being used every week by locals photo by Dayna Kranker

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
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