PAWS makes it official: $10.5 million bond bid on ballot
By John M. Motter
Staff Writer
It's official. Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District is asking voter approval of a $10.5 million bond on the Nov. 5 general election ballot.
The district board of directors unanimously agreed at their regular meeting Tuesday night to place the item on the ballot. The directors also took steps to prevent commercial water haulers and others with large tank trucks from obtaining water from the district's coin-operated water sources, and conducted other business.
The question on the Nov. 5 ballot will read, in part, "Shall the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District's debt be increased by up to $10,355,000, with a maximum repayment cost of up to $18,564,000 and shall district taxes be increased by up to $938,700 annually for debt payment?"
The question also contains language committing the district to spend the bond money on a number of specific projects including encasement of the Dutton Ditch in a pipe and enlarging Stevens Reservoir and water treatment plant.
District officials say the money is needed for capital projects designed to increase the capacity to store water and deliver it to users. They say the proposed plans are part of a 20-year plan prepared by engineers with the idea of helping the district increase water delivery capability as the area population increases.
After listening to citizen complaints that certain users of the district's two coin-operated water stations are getting water cheaper than district users, the board took steps to separate household users of the stations from commercial and tank truck users.
The district has coin-operated water stations located on 1st Street in Pagosa Springs and on Trails Boulevard west of town. The stations are open 24 hours for use by the general public. The coin-operated dispensers sell water for 25 cents for 90 gallons. The district's intent is to make water available for residents of the area who don't have viable wells. The fee seemed in line with ordinary district fees during nondrought conditions.
Because of the drought, many wells have gone dry in the county forcing people to look for alternative sources of water. Also because of the drought, a charge has been levied on district users that increases as water consumption increases. The idea is to discourage excessive consumption, thereby conserving water.
Because of the increased rates resulting from Level 2 water restrictions, water is cheaper at the coin-operated dispensers than it is for regular district customers.
Complicating the issue are fill station users who load up multithousand gallon tank trucks that exceed the 8,000-gallon monthly limit. Other users fill smaller tanks many times a month, thereby exceeding the 8,000-gallon limit.
The district's regular customers move into the higher priced, penalty phase after using 8,000 gallons. No such mechanism exists to boost the rate for fill station users.
At the Tuesday meeting, the board instructed staff to set up a metered fill station at the Vista central facility. Commercial and tank truck users are required to obtain water from the new Vista dispenser at a rate comparable with the rate charged district users.
Individual households using the already existing fill stations will be allowed to continue to use those stations.
Meanwhile, the district continues to pump water from the San Juan River at the rate of about 2 million gallons per day. The water is pumped to the San Juan treatment plant located at the Vista central facility. When daily needs are met, the remaining water is pumped into Lake Forest.
A pipeline and pumping station were completed this week connecting the San Juan plant with the water tower in the Lake Hatcher area. Potable water for Lake Hatcher users is now being supplied from the San Juan River via the San Juan treatment plant. Consequently, the Lake Hatcher treatment plant has been shut down. The idea is to conserve water in Lake Hatcher for future consumption.
Final home rule workshop scheduled Sept. 19
By Tess Noel Baker
Staff Writer
Pagosa is looking for a few good commission members. Charter commission members that is.
A total of nine will be needed. If elected Nov. 5, these nine will have 120 days to put together a home rule charter, the document that will lay out local government powers and structure under home rule. Then the charter, too, will go before voters.
Home rule is a form of government based upon the theory that local government and local problems should be organized and solved locally.
A total of 84 municipalities in the state, including Durango, Denver and Rico operate under home rule charters. Each charter is different, including a government form and administrative structure specific to the needs of the community it serves. Some are short and simple. Others are long and involved. All may be amended by voters at a later date and are limited to covering local concerns. Federal laws, the state constitution and state statutes addressing matters of statewide concern still apply even with a home rule charter.
All other municipalities in the state, including Pagosa Springs, are statutory towns. That means everything, from the structure of the town board to term lengths and even the local election day, is determined by state statute.
On Aug. 13, the Pagosa Springs Board of Trustees approved a resolution to put home rule on the ballot in November. Voters will be asked to decide first, if Pagosa should pursue a home rule form of government, and second, who should be elected to the charter commission. The charter commission actually writes a home rule charter. They have 120 days to do so and then the charter itself will go before voters for approval or rejection. If the charter is approved, it will become the adopted form of government. If it is rejected, the community remains under statutory authority, and the commission is disbanded.
Anyone interested in becoming a charter commission member should pick up a petition from Jackie Schick, town clerk. Registered voters who have lived within the town boundaries for at least 12 months are eligible to serve on the commission, providing a petition is completed. Petitions require a minimum of 25 signatures from registered voters within the town of Pagosa Springs and must be submitted to Schick by Oct. 4. Registered voters within town boundaries may sign more than one petition . In fact, they may sign up to nine.
To learn more about home rule, and charter commission responsibilities, the public is invited to attend an informational workshop Sept. 19, 5 p.m. at Town Hall.
Evidentiary ruling brings halt to Louis Day trial
By Tess Noel Baker
Staff Writer
A case of sexual assault and tampering with evidence against local funeral director Louis Day was dismissed Monday, just over a day and a half after jury selection was completed.
District Attorney Craig Westberg said District Court Judge Greg Lyman's ruling on admissibility of certain evidence, a reversal of an earlier ruling made by Judge David Dickenson, altered the case dramatically, resulting in the prosecution's withdrawal.
"In view of the ruling, I felt the case could not be proven beyond a reasonable doubt," he said. Members of the prosecution's staff, the alleged victim and several others discussed the ramifications of the ruling for about four hours before coming to their decision to request dismissal.
"In these kinds of crimes," Westberg said, "we are dealing with kids, we're dealing with credibility, we're dealing with he said-she said. These are crimes that are by their very nature distasteful and painful and difficult to prove. In these cases, my duty is to the children and doing what is best for them."
He said the alleged victim did ask to be able to address Day in open court with the jury present, and she was allowed to do so.
Day had been charged with five counts of sexual assault on a child and one count of tampering with evidence. The trial started Sept. 3 with jury selection. The first witness took the stand Sept. 6. It ended with the dismissal Sept. 9.
Westberg said there are no plans to take up the case at a later date.
Dead pair
hailed from
Denver area
By Tess Noel Baker
Staff Writer
The bodies of two people discovered Sept. 2 in the Weminuche Wilderness twenty miles northwest of Pagosa Springs have been identified as Sharon and Douglas Balluff of Greenwood Village.
Positive identification was made Sept. 11 following an autopsy and a check of dental records.
According to a release from Hinsdale County Sheriff Bill Denison, both Sharon, 57, and Douglas, 60, were shot to death. Investigation into the nature of the deaths continues by the Hinsdale County Sheriff's Office and Colorado Bureau of Investigation. The possibilities include murder-suicide or a double murder.
The decomposing bodies were discovered by Glen and Linda Eyre, Pagosa residents working as U.S. Forest Service Wilderness Rangers. Their duties include monitoring conditions in the wilderness and checking on visitors in the area. Pagosa District Ranger Jo Bridges said the forest service had received reports about the couple's tent set up near the Poison Park trailhead. The Eyres checked the site about 12:30 p.m. Sept. 2, finding the bodies in the tent. A handgun was also found in the tent.
Hinsdale County officials took charge of the investigation once it was determined the site was in their jurisdiction. A Forest Service law enforcement officer, Archuleta County sheriff's deputies and the Archuleta County coroner also responded to the scene.
Later, investigators from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation arrived on scene. Members of San Upper San Juan Search and Rescue removed the bodies Sept. 3. They were transported to a Colorado Bureau of Investigation lab at Montrose for autopsy and identification.
Early in the investigation, evidence pointed to the Balluffs as the possible victims. Friends and family reportedly last saw them Aug. 11. The couple's car was found parked at the Rio Grande Reservoir near Creede.
NEW AND USED BUILDING materials. Every Saturday, from 10 a.m. at 298 Bastille Drive, in Summit Commercial Park. All proceeds go toward building homes for Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County. If you have any questions or donations please call 264-6960. It's tax deductible and we are saving the landfill. Open to the public.
LISTEN TO "THE BREAD OF LIFE" radio program on Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on 1400 AM. Speaker Carl Lungstrum.
PUBLIC HEARING. The Archuleta Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing, Tuesday, September 17, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Archuleta County Courthouse, regarding the possible dissolution of the Airport Authority.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will meet at the Heritage Building, 468 Pagosa Street, upstairs, first door on left. Meetings are Monday and Friday, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, noon and 7 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Men's meeting, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.; Women's meeting, Tuesday, 7 p.m. For more information call 264-5016, 731-9085, 264-2913, 731-9070.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS meets Thursday nights at the Heritage Building from 7-8 p.m.
AL-ANON meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis Street. For more information call 264-5421.
HEALING WATERS PRESBYTERIAN Church. Pastor James Coats. Worship: Sunday 10a.m., Vista Clubhouse, Port Avenue. P.O. Box 1420, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. (970)264-0245. How may we help you?
MARTIAL ARTS WESTERN STYLE - Zen and the art of horseshoe pitching. Tuesdays, South Pagosa Park. 5:30 - 7p.m.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY volunteers needed to help build homes and help out at Re-Store. Call 264-6960.
2000 SUBURBAN FOR SALE. Great condition, loaded, sun roof, grey interior, grey exterior, 4X4, 55,000 miles. $23,500. Call 264-5000.
1991 SUBURBAN. VERY clean, new paint, rebuilt engine, rear air, electric windows, cruise, loaded. Only $6,000. 731-9138.
1985 CAMARO IROC Z28, 96,000 miles. $3,200 OBO. Call Daniel, evenings, 264-2514.
1998 TOYOTA TACOMA, SR5, 4X4, extra cab, V-6, auto, 50k miles. Stock number 2075. Sal's Motor Corral. (970)259-8170.
1999 1/2 NISSAN PATHFINDER. 41,000 miles, perfect condition, automatic, 4 wheel drive. $18,500. 731-9534.
1990 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 4X4. Good condition but needs a transmission. Make offer, 946-1032.
1998 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK Wagon. AWD, auto, 50K miles, stock number stk#2038. Sal's Motor Corral. (970)259-8170.
1998 ISUZU RODEO LS. Green with gray leather interior. Automatic windows, locks and 4WD. Automatic. Sunroof. Excellent condition. $15,000 OBO. 731-2612.
1994 DODGE RAM 250 conversion van. T.V., VCR, raised roof, leather interior, 100,000 miles. $7,500. 731-5203.
1988 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. V6, 4X4, new tires, lots of dents but runs great. 231K miles, $2,2000 OBO. 264-2750.
1995 FORD TAURUS. 8 passenger station wagon. Auto, loaded, 82K miles, good clean car. $4,000 OBO. 264-2750.
1999 TOYOTA TACOMA SR5- 4 wheel drive, V-6, 62,000 miles, great condition. 731-4669.
1997 FORD EXPEDITION, 58,000 miles, very clean, just bought from dealer. $15,500 negotiable. 731-9348.
1988 TOYOTA CAMRY. Recent clutch replacement, new timing belt, 5 speed. $1,000. 731-9617.
1989 FORD RANGER pickup, 4X4, runs but needs some work. $650. Call 946-4656.
1991 4X4 FORD EXPLORER. Good motor, needs transmission, has many new parts and good tires. $2,500 OBO. 264-6734.
1999 F350 POWESTROKE Crew Cab, 6 speed, 8 ft. bed, excellent condition, 90,000 miles, 4" leveling kit, Rhino Rock Guard, power seat, CD, air. $22,500. 264-2812.
1962 VOLKSWAGON BUG with tow bar. Parts worth more. $500 OBO. 731-0007.
MOUNTAIN VIEW PLAZA has units available now. 625 sq. ft., 715 sq. ft., 770 sq. ft. and 825 sq. ft. Good Hwy. 160 frontage. Call 264-9177.
1 MONTH FREE, 10'X12' office, $135. Conference room. 731-4344.
ASPEN GROVE PLAZA, 175 Pagosa St., available for rent/ lease: highway 160 frontage, plenty of parking. Unit 3, 350 sq. ft., you pay electric. Unit 7, 750+ sq.ft., in back, utilities paid. Call Martin's Backhoe Service, 264-5080.
SPACE FOR RENT. 1,500 sq. ft., $800 per month. Located in Century Plaza on Put Hill. Call Todd Shelton, 731-2100.
750 SQ. FT. OFFICE building, 2 downstairs offices, large upstairs for office/ storage/ lunch room. Downtown location with plenty of parking. $600/ month. 264-6044 or 884-5280.
OFFICE AND RETAIL SPACE - $600 and up. Michael C. Branch, 264-2135.
THE SPRINGS Hot Springs Resort has rental space available for a Hair/ Nail Salon... contact Matt Mees at (970)759-0805.
FRONTIER BUILDING 190 sq. ft. office. $250/month includes utilities. References and one year lease required. Call Gary for appointment, 731-2220.
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE downtown area - across from the Courthouse. $300 per month plus deposit, includes utilities. Central heat/ air. 264-6656.
SMALL PRIVATE OFFICE space. 468 Pagosa St., Heritage building $120 per month, plus deposit. Includes utilities. 264-6656.
OFFICE SPACE IN PROFESSIONAL building. $300/ month. Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at 731-2126.
KIVA MINI STORAGE UNITS now available. Sizes, 8x12, 12x24, 16x24. Fairfield Industrial Park, 90 Bastille Drive. Call 264-6116.
TWO 1,600 SQUARE FOOT units on Highway 160 in town, 3 years old, $800 each. 264-6440.
BEST COMMERCIAL LOCATION in Archuleta County. Highest traffic count, our own traffic signal on Highway 160, guaranteed access, center of Pagosa Springs (corner of Highway 160 and Piedra Road), all flat with 1,719' of highway frontage. 35.85 acres - BUY ALL OR PART. Romar Group, 264-6096.
4 PLEX COMMERCIAL ZONED. Downtown Pagosa, Main St. U.S.A. $280,000. (970)731-9138.
3 ACRES, 260' HIGHWAY FRONTAGE, BEAUTIFUL 1664 SQ. FT. REMODEL BUILDING. Acreage can be used to build a home or more commercial or apartments, duplexes, etc. ONLY $150,000. Romar Group, 264-6096.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN this large older home on Pagosa Street. Great location for many businesses. Large living quarters upstairs, room to expand, large garage with room for apartment. Call for details. Owner may carry. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175, (800)560-6050.
13 LOTS - 360 DEGREE VIEWS. Downtown Pagosa. Romar Group, 264-6096.
IN THE UPPER PIEDRA, 45 acres with water rights, live creek through property, ties into national forest. Three log cabins with fireplace and antique stoves. $569,000. Todd Shelton, CCIM, Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle, Inc., (970) 731-2100, 800-944-2147.
TOTALLY REMODELED, 1,664 SQ. FT. on 3.01 acres, super access next to highway, home or business, room to build home or duplexes, views, utilities, central water. Only $159,900. Romar Group, 264-6096.
ESTABLISHED, INCOME GENERATING business high traffic Main St. location downtown Pagosa, Turn-Key $349,500. 2cb2682. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
SAN JUAN MOTEL Offering a variety of overnight accommodations. 32 units, 2 hot tubs, game room, laundry area, access to the San Juan River, 1.7± acres. $1,125,000, possible terms, possible SBA assumption. Todd Shelton, CCIM, Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle, Inc., (970) 731-2100, 800-944-2147.
EXCELLENT RETAIL AND office location. 1- 2 acre sites, ready to build. Corner of Piedra Road and US 160. Superb highway visibility and access off US 160 and rear access off Majestic Drive. Sell, ground lease or build to suit. (970)264-4123.
THE BEST LIGHT industrial/ retail site on US 160. Close to downtown, across highway from Elementary school. Will subdivide 5 acre site. Highway access from Rosita St., behind Copper Coin Liquor store. Seller financing available or will ground lease or build to suit. (970)264-4123.
SUMMER HORSE PASTURE, Fairfield area. $40 per month. 731-3714, Rick.
SADDLES BOUGHT AND SOLD. Ross Boot and Saddle, 264-2122.
PALOMINO PAINT GELDING. 15.1H, older, gentle, great with kids. $800. 264-5662.
5 SADDLE HORSES TO SELL. All used on mountain trail rides. From $800 to $1,600. Also 81 bales of excellent alfalfa hay. $8 each. Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park, 264-5546.
AQHA BUCKSKIN GELDING. 11 years old, 15 hands. $2,000. 264-5662.
REGISTERED ARABIAN GELDING, grey, 9 years, 14.3 hands. Used for 4-H. Good for English or Western, great on trails. $1,500. 731-0188.
12 YEAR-OLD MARE. Strawberry Roan. 17.5 hands. Very gentle. $1,200 OBO. 731-2612.
MUST SELL ASAP. Horse and saddle, $900. 264-6682.
HORSE QUALITY HAY. Alfalfa and green leaf oat hay in small square bales. $6.50 and $5/ bale. Delivered in Pagosa Springs by semi-load. $6 and $5/ bale FOB in Monte Vista. Contact Almir, (719)754-0194.
SIX HORSES FOR SALE. Quality registered paints and quarters. $2,000 to $3,500. Call 264-6234.
HAY FOR SALE. Very pretty grass/ alfalfa mix, $190/ ton (90 pound bales); $185/ ton for full truck load. Call 264-6648.
GLEN'S HORSESHOEING. Prompt, reliable service. All types of shoeing. Call 946-4340 or 731-3665.
1979 BUMPER PULL HORSE trailer. New floor. $800 OBO. 731-2612.
HORSE FOR SALE. She's 1/2 quarter and 1/2 mustang. Very loving 5 year old. $1,500. 264-4681.
BEAUTIFUL WOOD CHIPS! Clean/ debris-free pine/ oak/ cedar. Sanitary animal bedding. Flower beds, landscaping, ground cover. (970)259-1336.
HORSE BOARDING. 12x12 box stalls, $200 per month. Private National Forest access. 264-6748 or 946-8244.
ROUND PEN, 50' PORTABLE, John Lyons, heavy duty, 18 panels plus gate, 5' high, $995. 731-2028, 976 Carino Place.
HORSES FOR SALE. Registered and pending registered. Priced reasonably. For more information, call (970)731-2517 or email ranches752@pagosa.net.
KUBOTA L4310 TRACTOR. Bucket, snowplow, 700 hours. $19,900. Moving. 731-2028.
GREG WELLS, AFA Certified Farrier. 731-9026.
FOR SALE 4'X5' round bales with mesh wrap, Bermuda grass, heavily fertilized, good for horses or cattle. Odell Angus Ranch, Asher, Oklahoma. Trucking is available. 580)759-2311.
SMALL SQUARE BERMUDA HAY bales, $4, or large round bales, $30. In Oklahoma, south of Tulsa. (918)756-4763.
RANCH SITTING I feed and water ranch animals. Experienced, references available. Call 264-6680.
PAPER BUNDLES FOR fire starter 25¢ each. Pick up at The Pagosa Springs SUN. 466 Pagosa Street.
DRY, LIMBED COTTONWOOD. $5 per cord. Call 264-5958 or 264-3389.
FRESH PRODUCE Certified Organic and seasonal Local Organic. Joy's Natural Foods Market. 117 Navajo Trail Drive. 731-1500.
FREE - 3 DRUMS AVAILABLE. Open top, no lids, you clean. Good trash cans. Can pick up any time behind The Pagosa Springs SUN.
2 TIMESHARES, 1 ski season, 1 spring. One $1,500, one $1,000. For further information, contact Lee Riley, Owner/ Agent. 264-3210 or 800-571-0107.
LOG CABIN PACKAGE $12,945. 24'x32' with 8' porch roof, 7' coped and notched logs. Log beam, 2"x6" T&G roof. Free catalog, (307) 684-2445.
SHAKLEE for proper nutrition, use Shaklee products. For information call Marsha Preuit. 264-5910.
CARHARTT WORK CLOTHES Georgia work boots. Best selection, best prices. Gem Village Country Store, 39793 Hwy. 160, Bayfield. (970) 884-9440.
LOG HOMES AND CABINS 24'x32' for Only $12,945! Log Walls, Posts, Beams, Roof, Plans, Video and more! Free catalog. www.bighornmtn.com (307)684-2445.
JOHN DEER 270 SKIDSTEER 2001 with backhoe attachment, full-size bucket, rototiller and forks. 28 foot flatbed 2000 GVW, gooseneck trailer. 20 yard Big Tex dump trailer, 26,000 pound axle. Generator, Vietnam war era, rebuilt, extra new brushes. 2001 Suzuki dual ride DR650. 264-2450.
PFALTZCRAFT POTTERY, service for 12. Folk Art design. Set includes most serving pieces and cannister set. $150, call 731-3314.
BEAUTIFUL WOOD CHIPS! Clean/ debris-free pine/ oak/ cedar. Sanitary animal bedding. Flower beds, landscaping, ground cover. (970)259-1336.
MOVING SALE. High speed satellite internet downlink hardware and software, E-Z Install, $50. Large solid oak China cabinet, $499. 50's Scandinavian stereo cabinet/ sofa table with speakers and newer components, $75. End table with sand painting, $30. Inlaid tile coffee table, $50. 4 shelf baker's rack, $35. Blue LaZBoy recliner, $50. 3 upholstered bar stools, $30 each. Craftsman 4hp, 20 inch lawnmower, $75. Yardman 10.5hp, 30 inch, electric start snowblower, $750. Maple country sewing machine cabinet (with universal machine) and matching chair, $45. All excellent condition. Must sell. All OBO 731-2456.
BACKHOE, JOHN DEERE, mid 70's 310, runs strong. 16" and 24" buckets. $10,500 or reasonable offer. 264-4708.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. $125 a measured cord, $65 a half cord. Delivery extra. 731-5227, ask for Kevin or Rebecca.
FORD 8-N TRACTOR. Excellent condition, good tires, chains. 12 volt PTO blade, windshield and canvas, $2,800. (970)946-3986 or 731-4320,
WOOD HEATER WITH GLASS door, excellent condition, 3 lengths triple wall stainless steel pipe, 2 double wall pipe. (970)731-4672.
10" RADIAL SAW. Sears Craftsman. Not used much. Good condition. $275. (New $550.) Aerobatron Fitness Machine. 3-in-1. Cycle/ ski/ climb. Easy to use. Stay fit this winter. $200. (New $400.) 731-2028.
PEACHES, PEARS, PLUMS and apples from Palisade. Colorado field grown tomatoes, okra, snow peas, green beans, corn, melons, pumpkins and other fresh produce. The Chimney Rock Farm Market is now open. Piedra River (CR 175 and US Highway 160, 731-UPIK. Open 11-6 Wednesday through Sunday.
QUEEN SIZE SEALY BED, like new, $300; dog door sliding door insert, $35; two sets invisible pet fence, $125 for both; Little Tykes playhouse, $55; coffee table two sides, $40; 6'x6' oak bookcase, $150; exercise machine, $50. 946-2898.
QUALITY TOPSOIL, REGULAR and fine spun. Soil tested and free report with all deliveries. Located at Let's Store It and Fleetwood Homes. 731-0007.
FURNITURE "MOVING SALE" (6,000 sq. ft. house), beds, couches, chairs with ottoman, log furniture, armoires, pool table, T.V.s. Great quality. Lots of extras. Call Todd Grooms at (970)884-9576.
STORE FIXTURES, CARD RACKS, refrigerated coolers, floor safe, lots more! Call 731-2434, lease message.
2 SCHWEITZER VIOLINS pre 1890, 1 piece backs, professionally set up, ready to enjoy. 731-1202 or, during Folk Festival, (719)337-2023.
CUSTOM LUMBER RACK, fits long wide bed. One year old. Paid $325, asking $195 OBO. 264-5387.
NORDIC TRACK AEROBIC cross trainer. Has cross country, treadmill and stair stepper in one machine. Paid $1,100 new, now $500. 264-1111.
KIRBY VACUUM- EVERY attachment available. $1,200 new, asking $200. 731-3005.
LAST HAUL, LAST PICK! Peaches, Bartlett pears, new Gala apples, Santa Rosa plums from Palisade. Field grown tomatoes, fresh picked green beans, squash, slicer cucumbers and okra, Gladiolas and more. Saturday, September 7th. Bayfield Farmer's Market.
1965 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER 340. Front loader with rear drag for driveways and snowplow attachment. Runs good. $3,800. 731-4210. 264-1998.
3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom mobile home on 1 acre, treed lot, in Arboles. $65,000. Colorado Southwest Properties. 883-5428.
3 BEDROOMS, 2 bathrooms on 1 acre. 2-car carport. In Arboles. Some view of Lake Navajo. Asking $55,000. Realtor owned. Colorado Southwest Properties, (970)883-5428.
SEVERAL NICE DOUBLE WIDE mobiles in Aspen Springs area. SF and acreage varies, all newer homes starting at $94,500-$115,000. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
NEW MOBILE HOME spaces available for rent at Rock Ridge Mobile Home Park. Call Todd, 731-2121.
FOR SALE, 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home on 1 acre in Arboles. View of lake. $60,000. Broker owned. 883-5428.
BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM DOUBLE WIDE Palm Harbor on pond, 8 foot textured walls, 2 lots, cedar fenced, many extras. 175 Paradise Drive, Vista. 731-2525.
NATIONAL FOREST ACROSS ROAD AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS from this well maintained 12X65 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom older mobile on 1.2 acres in Aspen Springs 2. 1,800 gallon cistern, septic, electricity and telephone in. Treed lot with small pasture in front for horses or 4H projects. Only $45,900. 2CB2704. Call Patsy at (970)731-4564 or Coldwell Banker, 731-2000 or email pwegner@frontier.net.
FOR SALE: 1998 3- 2 doublewide, 1 1/2 acres, good water well, pump house, beautiful views, Aspen 5. Trade all or part of equity for nice, large travel trailer. Assumable. (970)731-6800 or (970)903-0036.
MOBILE HOME LOT with trees and views. City water, sewer, and natural gas available. $10,500. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
VERY NICE 4 or 5 bedroom DWMH with decks, lots of extras, barn and 30X40 shop. On 2.5 acres, $130,000. 731-3680.
2000 SF HOME with guest quarters 3+ acres in the tall pines of Rock Ridge Country Estates $210,000. Coldwell Banker. 731-2000. 2cb2690.
COLORADO DREAM HOME in Lake Forest on 2 lots (.70 acres) , landscaped, rock gardens, 1500+ SF $210,000. OR purchase home can be bought with one lot for $203,000. 2cb2642. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
WWW.PAGOSAMORTGAGE.COM Free mortgage information on-line. Get pre-qualified or completely pre-approved from the comfort of your home or office. Jim Askins, Fairway Mortgage-Pagosa Springs, (970) 731-3100 or toll free 800-326-2100.
NEW LOG HOME - $87 per sq. ft. including a beautiful 1/2 acre lot with a huge view. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage, all utilities, close to town. $247,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. (970)731-0200.
GREAT NEW HOMES to be built on 21 Arrow Ct. and 2097 Park Ave for $164,900. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
BEAUTIFUL MEADOWS GOLF Villa 2cb2684 $217,000. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000 .
NICE OLDER HOME in town of Pagosa on S. 5th St. Restored 3 bedroom, 2 baths, 2cb2716. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
BACK ON THE MARKET- 47 N. Squaw Canyon $293,000. Large home on 5+ acres, trees, views, 1cb2258. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
LAKE FOREST ESTATES Log home, well built & maintained, nice yard Just Reduced $219, 500. 2cb2637. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
BRAND NEW HOUSE, nearly 1,500 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2-car garage. Nice Lake Pagosa View. $138,000. 161 Sundown Circle. David Cammack at Jann Pitcher Real Estate. (800)953-5578 or 731-4065.
THREE ECONOMICALLY PRICED family homes in Trails Starting at $110,900. Call for details 1cb2490, 1cb2516,1cb2517 Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
FAMILY HOME ON 2 lots, 3 bedrooms 1.5 baths, nice yard Pagosa in the Pines 2 $160,000. Coldwell Banker 731-2000 2cb2590.
LOG HOME WITH Guest Cabin on 3 acres lots of trees, no restrictions, off Hwy 84 at Squaw Valley $279,000. 2cb2671. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
CONTINENTAL ESTATES. QUALITY built 2,600 sq. ft. ranch style home on 9 beautifully landscaped acres. 800 sq. ft. work shop, extra large garage and many other extras. Price reduced again to $499,000. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
$2,940 DOWN PAYMENT. $522 per month. Great 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom on 1 acre with big mountain views. Call for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store. Ask 4 Judy, 731-2175. Toll-free (800)560-6050.
WILDFLOWER SUBDIVISION- 2267 SF home on 3+ acres backs up to National Forest $377,000. 2cb2543. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
TOP OF THE WORLD Views, spacious, bi-level, contemporary style stucco, huge deck, hot tub room off master suite 1cb1847 $625,000. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
NORTH VILLAGE LAKE- 1800+ SF lakefront, gas log fireplace, decks front & back, big views! 2cb2701. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000. $269,900.
CUSTOM HOME WITH double car garage and apartment on 1.5 acres. 2cb2630. $149,900. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
5,000 TOTAL SQUARE FEET. Executive home and guest house on exclusive Snowball Road. Professional stainless steel kitchen, lush pasture and tranquil waterfalls. $590,000. (970)264-2882.
CONTEMPORARY STUCCO HOME, BIG views from every window. 2190 SF, on 5+acres. 2cb2672. $479,000 Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
FIRST RATE HOME and equestrian facility in Bayfield area 28 acres, 2900+ SF home, barn, riding arena, spring fed, sub irrigated pastures and more! 2cb2692. $990,000. Coldwell Banker. 731-2000.
CUSTOM CEDAR SIDED HOME in Pagosa Highlands. This 2,400 sq. ft. home has a beautifully landscaped yard that backs to National Forest. The large picture windows create wonderful natural lighting throughout this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Large bonus room on 2nd level. For further details, call Jason, 946-0620.
CREEK ON PROPERTY, well maintained manufactured home with double car garage , split floor plan, purged, very nice. 2cb2705. $115,900. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
NICE HOME ON quiet cul-de-sac in Meadows 2+ bedrooms, 2 baths on 5 acres. 2cb2708. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
ON THE NAVAJO RIVER 2 bedroom, 1 bath home on 26+ acres. 2cb2640. Coldwell Banker. 731-2000.
FOR A COMPLETE look at all homes in the county check out my web site: isellpagosa.com, Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty.
2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM home downtown. Fenced backyard, newly remodeled. 100% financing available, nothing down. Call Ben or Jason today at 731-2175, Pagosa Real Estate Store.
APPROXIMATELY 3,700 SQ. FT., 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2-story newer home. 35 irrigated acres, Allison. 883-5442, 884-2232, or 264-2122.
LEASE WITH OPTION to buy. Bell Country Homes, 731-6633.
MAKE ANY OFFER. 2 homes on acreage. Good rental income plus residence. Listed at $175,000. Owner needs sale. Pagosa Real Estate Store. Ask 4 Judy, 731-2175. Toll-free (800)560-6050.
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BUILDING LOT LOANS. 25% down, full 20-year amortization, no balloon payment, no pre-pays. JIM ASKINS Fairway Mtg., (970)731-3100, (800)326-2100. www.pagosamortgage.com.
PREMIER RIVER-FRONT HOME in Pagosa Springs - Completely remodeled, southwest decor inside and out, 1/2 acre on San Juan River with 100' river frontage. Trees, decks, and huge covered deck over river. BEST IN PAGOSA. CALL FOR BROCHURE. Romar Group, 264-6096.
LEASE OPTION. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, $132,000. Located close to golf course, at end of cul-de-sac. Contact Lee Riley for more information, owner/ agent Jim Smith Realty. 264-3210, evenings 264-2677.
MULTIPLE CHOICE! 1) Lease Option, 2) Owner Financing, 3) For Sale, 4) For Rent. Price $250,000, terms negotiable but flexible. 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms. Big detached 2-car garage, 2 moss rock fireplaces - gas starter, wet bar in family room, propane forced air, 2 hot water heaters, central vacuum, central water, 4 decks, 3,300 sq. ft. Located on 2.7 acres with great mountain views, lots of big trees. 2 miles north of town off Cemetery Road, 470 Buena Vista Place, on quiet cul-de-sac. No restrictions. Possible B&B or other home business would work here. This home is priced at $50 per sq. ft. For further information, contact Lee Riley, owner/agent, with Jim Smith Realty, 264-3210, (800)571-0107, website isellpagosa.com.
HOUSE, HOT TUB, SUBURBAN. 1,300 sq. ft. house, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage, $151K. (970)731-9138.
OWNER MUST SELL. Beautiful 35 acres on National Forest with magnificent views and small log cabin. $165,000. Adjoining 40 acres also available. Call today. Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. 731-2175, 1(800)560-6050.
BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 9 acres- 2,400 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom quality home. Attached double garage, spacious kitchen, open and light. Great mountain views. Priced to sell at $480,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. (970)731-0200.
FOR SALE BY OWNER: Advertise on the internet FREE! We are the first and only real estate company to advertise FSBO's in Archuleta County. Call us for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store, Inc. (970)731-2175 or (800)-560-6050. www.rockymountainprecuthomes.com
ZERO % DOWN, 100% financing. We have several 2 and 3 bedroom homes, priced from mid $50,000 to $148,000. Easy qualifying, call today for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175 or (800)560-6050.
FSBO. NEW HOME, SEPTEMBER completion. 1,740 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, laundry room, gas fireplace, mountain and lake views, $164,000. 731-9270.
FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE needs (selling or buying) with attentive service, English-German spoken. Call Doris Crede, Equus Realty, 731-1124.
2-1/2 YEAR OLD CEDAR HOME located in core area on corner lot. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom with attached 2-car garage and covered front and back decks. Approximately 1,400 sq. ft. with lots of storage and full utility room. $149,500. Call 731-3314 for appointment.
FSBO. OPEN, LIGHT, quaint, immaculate. 3/ 2/ 2 1,300 sq. ft., gas fireplace, all appliances, vaulted ceilings, landscaped, cement drive, quiet cul-de-sac. $159,000. 264-4030.
FSBO HOME LOCATED SOUTH of town on 6.9 dividable acres. National Forest across the street, 2,400 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, open floor plan home with 2 car garage. Low maintenance exterior, great views, lots of light and many custom features. $314,000, (970)264-5064, e-mail leeland@pagosa.net.
FSBO 800 SQ. FT. D log home under construction with garage. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, brick floor with in- floor heat. Lots of glass with golf course and mountain views. $110K, owner financing. 264-5387.
HORSE PROPERTY FOR sale or lease/ purchase. 2,450 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, all amenities on 3.3 wooded acres. Fenced, log barn, stables, in prime covenanted subdivision. Call 731-3628 or 759-8504, Rebecca.
NEW HOUSE FOR SALE by owner. 1,320 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, hardwood and tile throughout, all appliances included, natural gas. Nice neighborhood in pines, great price at $140,000. 731-1245.
CUSTOM BUILT CONTEMPORARY RANCH style home on 35 acres in established ranch community. Spacious open floor plan features great room, country kitchen, dining area, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, office, oversized 2 car garage, tile/ carpet, and elaborate wood work throughout. Great horse property. Awesome views. Call owner for details at (970)264-1243.
A RARE PROPERTY! 2,480 sq. ft., D log duplex. Surrounded by forest, wilderness area a short walk away. Horses allowed. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. FSBO. Duplex located ON Lake Pagosa. Each side 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car garage. 1,700 sq. ft. per unit. $330,000. Great rental property! Will divide. $179,000 for "A" or "B" side. (970)731-5594.
FOR SALE BY BUILDER, Mountain Concepts LLC, 731-1253, under construction in Lakewood Village, 38 Palm Court, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1,853 sq. ft., spacious rooms, cul-de-sac, cedar siding, 24'X24' garage, can choose colors, realtors welcome. $192,750.
FSBO. 566 CLOUD CAP. Remodeled in 2002. 4+ bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, game room, 3,000 sq. ft., 4-car garage on 2 1/2 lots across from Lake Pagosa. Asking $349,900. 731-2918, 731-1550.
BY OWNER. CUSTOM HOME on 18th fairway. 3 bedrooms, plus den, 2 bathrooms, approximately 2,000 sq. ft. Option to purchase lots on both sides of home. $225,000. Call 731-5264 for information.
FSBO IN LAKEWOOD VILLAGE. 52 Oakwood Circle. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,690 sq. ft., oversized 2 car garage. 1 year old. Tile countertops, tile and carpet floors. Fenced backyard and decks. $179,000, realtors welcome. 731-1253.
RIVER FRONT LOG AND stone lodge between Hot Springs and ski area. 3/2, 2 living, big master suite, all wrapped with huge decks on treed acre of 300 foot frontage on trophy trout hole and national forest. Replacement priced at $423,000. Owner broker, 264-4866.
BY OWNER, UNBEATABLE PRICE for this large country home on 5+ acres. Fenced, great pasture, views, solarium, double garage and carport. City water available. Close to Echo Lake. Rural, not resorty. $185,500 OBO. 264-2856, leave message.
ON LAKE PAGOSA, BY OWNER. 2,600 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, 2 1/2 car garage, huge master, extensive decking, many windows in dining, living and sun room with spectacular views of lake. Will sell completely furnished. $385,000. 731-3022.
SECLUDED MOUNTAIN HOME on 35 acres. 2,100 sq. ft. dome home with beautiful aspen ceiling and cabinets, state of the art solar system, and many skylights. Solar well and dome greenhouse included. Must sell, priced well below appraisal, $249,900. Call Don, 749-4329.
BEAUTIFUL UPGRADED NEAR new double wide. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Two lots, mountain, greenbelt, pond views, front area, utility. $95,000. (970)946-4999.
LOVELY 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom home on one acre with super Pagosa Peak views. Passive solar and wood stove supplement in-floor hot water heat. Quiet, secluded Stevens Circle. Price below appraisal at $239,000. Call 731-0190.
LEASE WITH OPTION to buy. Owner financing. Brand new custom built contemporary ranch-style home. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 2 car garage, gas/ wood stove, appliances and numerous upgrades. Continental Divide views in lake community. Call David, (970)264-1243.
BY OWNER. CUSTOM ONE STORY LOG HOME, 10 1/2 acres, woods and meadow. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, great room, family room, (2,950 sq. ft.), +4 car garage, BIG ROOMS. Aspen interior, cathedral beamed ceilings. Situated in a parklike setting, very serene and quiet. 5 miles south on Highway 84. NO COVENANTS. $398,000. 264-5667.
ALTERNATIVE HORIZONS 24 hour domestic violence hotline. Confidential help available. 247-9619.
SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE for confidential support and information. 247-5400.
PREGNANT? DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO? Call the Pregnancy Support Center. 264-3733.
DRUG HOT LINE Call 264-BUST to report any illegal drug activity.
HOSPICE CARE A special kind of caring. Call 731-9190.
REPORT KNOWLEDGE OF CRIMINAL ACTS To Crime Stoppers, 264-2131. You may be entitled to a reward. Anonymity guaranteed.
LOT 478 FAWN COURT - Lake Forest Estates. Has mountain views. $8,000 OBO. Call Jon Ross at 264-2122.
THREE CONTIGUOUS LOTS in Chris Mtn. II subdivision on Crescent Ct. $25,000 each. 1cb2409, 1cb2410, 1cb2411. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
FOUR MILE ROAD - 20 beautiful acres, all utilities, stream, huge views, partially irrigated and bridge is in. $289,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. 970-731-0200. Fax: 970-731-0201.
4.5 ACRES IN ASPEN SPRINGS. This property sets on top of a hill with spectacular views, including Chimney Rock. Owner will finance. $28,000. For further details, call Jason, 946-0620.
ALPINE MEADOWS RANCH: Two 35 acre properties bordering National Forest and mountain views. Private, lake access, all utilities, varied terrain and very private building sites. Lot 31 offered at $375,000 and lot 35 offered at $360,000. Call Sandra May CRS GRI, Jann C. Pitcher Real Estate (800)953-5578 or (970)731-4065.
A FEW 1 ACRE buildable lots available in Arboles. Some views of lake, valley, mountains. Colorado Southwest Properties. 883-5428.
TIMBER RIDGE RANCH. If an open space, low-density lifestyle is what you desire in a breathtaking alpine setting, you must see Colorado's Timber Ridge Ranch. Our home sites are fully improved with central water and sewer service, underground utilities and paved roads, yet offer an element of privacy not often found in a developed residential community. Incredible opportunities: Phase I, lot 58, 8.58 acres, $174,900, lot 19, 3 acres, $89,900, lot 72, 5.51 acres, $115,000, lot 16, 3 acres, $69,000. Lot 83, 3.45 acres. A rim lot with forever views of the San Juans. $250,000. Come take your personal tour today and see why Timber Ridge Ranch is truly "The Best of Pagosa Springs." MJM Ranches, Land & Marketing LLC, 970-731-3235. www.TimberRidgeRanch.com
WONDERFUL LOT IN Twin Creek Village, some views, level, greenbelt behind. $12,500. 2cb2693. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000.
PRICE REDUCED. 14 + ACRES, borders Piedra River, irrigation, rustic home, outbuildings. $249,000. Colorado Southwest Properties, 883-5428.
35 ACRES, 3 BEDROOMS, 2 bathrooms, 3 car garage. National forest boundary, great views, all utilities, $410K. (970)731-9138.
ALPINE HILLS RANCH: Location, location, location. 41 acres located in Alpine Hills (adjacent to Pagosa Meadows). Features private building site, views, gated entry, nice meadow for horses, central water, electric and phone. $269,000. Call Sandra May CRS GRI, Jann C. Pitcher Real Estate (800)953-5578 or (970)731-4065.
ELK PARK RANCH: Three 35 acre tracts with National Forest access, views, central water, utilities and gated community. Lot 22 offered at $285,000, lot 10 offered at $335,000 and lot 11 offered at $295,000. Call Sandra May CRS GRI, Jann C. Pitcher Real Estate (800)953-5578 or (970)731-4065.
A MUST SEE. GREAT VALUE. Loma Linda's finest 5 acres, lot 76 for $97,500, with magnificent views, trees, privacy & pasture for horses. Call Todd at Century 21 Wolf Creek, (970) 731-2100.
WE BUY LOTS. Bell Country Homes. 731-6633.
1CB2208 ASPEN SPRINGS UNIT 4. Coldwell Banker, 731-2000. 4 contiguous lots totaling 5.75 acres can be purchased together, private spot, lots of trees... $22,000.
TIFFANY - IRRIGATED LAND. 2 - 80 acre parcels, utilities, views, Pine River canal shares, tilled and seeded. $220,000 each. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
ECHO CANYON RANCH: Lot 11 and lot 16. Lot 11 (42 acres) offers knoll top site with 360 degree views of the mountains and Echo lake. Offered at $550,000. Lot 16 has panoramic views, all utilities, engineered septic system and 2 car garage. Easy building site, access to National Forest and hot spring. $379,900. Call Sandra May CRS GRI, Jann C. Pitcher Real Estate (800)953-5578 or (970)731-4065.
13 LOTS - 360 DEGREE VIEWS. Downtown Pagosa. Romar Group, 264-6096.
BUILDING LOT LOANS. 25% down, full 20-year amortization, no balloon payment, no pre-pays. JIM ASKINS Fairway Mtg., (970)731-3100, (800)326-2100. www.pagosamortgage.com.
WANTED TO BUY APPROXIMATELY one acre in Pagosa Springs area to put an RV on. (903)842-3980, drvlady@aol.com.
35-70 ACRES CLOSE to town. Meadows and hilltops priced at $5,000 per acre. Call now to see. Fairfield Pagosa Realty, 1(800)731-5548 or (970)731-8107, ask for BRIANA.
FSBO 1/4 ACRE LHP. With or without house plans. Great views, easy access. Start building now! Financing possible OWC. 20% discount for cash. 946-2898.
FOR SALE BY OWNER. Beautiful 1/4 acre. Lot 661 at 513 Hill Circle in Pagosa Highlands. $6,900. Call (970)963-2628.
BEAUTIFUL 1/2 ACRE LOT, borders National Forest, 200 yards from river. Secluded, nice setting. North 160 in SJRR. Asking $31,000 OBO. (970)264-5669.
NEW LISTING. 5 BEAUTIFUL acres on hilltop five minutes from town. Quiet with lots of trees. Call owner at 946-1032.
SAN JUAN RIVER RESORT, mountainside, 1/2 acre, 677 Swiss Village, wonderful mountain views, reasonably priced. Adjacent lot available to make 1 acre. 264-6923.
PREMIUM BEAUTIFULLY TREED 1.44 acre parcel in scenic Lost Valley of San Juans. Unstoppable mountain views. All utilities available. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
41 ACRES, SECLUDED, GRAVEL roads, water well, electric, phone, views, ponderosa and fir trees. $145,000 with $8,000 rebate. 731-6131.
1/2 ACRE - VIEWS of Pagosa Peak, greenbelt, paved road, level, central water, central sewer, financing available, priced below market. $11,500. Gary, 904-783-6638. MM1 L60.
24 ACRES, END OF road, secluded, 2 stock ponds and live creek. $140,000. Write Box 122, Smyer, TX 79367 or call (806)234-3100.
WILDFLOWER 3 ACRE lot, adjoins N.F., panoramic views, water, utilities available. 1 mile off Piedra Road. FSBO. $99,000. cborgman@wans.net. (505)299-6010.
NEW LISTINGS. LOST VALLEY of San Juans. 3 lots with 2 adjacent to national forest. All utilities. Paul Carpino Realty, 731-2053.
3 ACRE LOT IN Timber Ridge Phase I. Easy to build on and sunny. $69,000 by owner. 731-1139.
3,000 SQ. FT. HOME on 12 acres. Large pond, irrigation, view of mountains, quiet setting. Highway 151 to County Road 336. Colorado Southwest Properties. 883-5428.
BEAUTIFUL 35 ACRE parcel with log cabin, national forest and great views. Only $165,000. Call today. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175 or 800-560-6050.
HUNTER'S PARADISE. DEER, elk, turkey. 110 acres with two story home, out buildings, overlooking Navajo Lake. Must see. $425,000. Colorado Southwest Properties, 883-5428.
FANTASTIC 100 ACRES, views of all the mountains, meadows, huge trees. Abuts National Forest, very close in but totally secluded, central water and all utilities. For the discriminating buyer. Romar Group, 264-6096.
25 ACRE HORSE PROPERTY, beautiful meadows, nicely treed ridges. Close in, secluded, CR access yet very private. ONLY $180,000. OWC 20% down for 15 years. Romar Group, 264-6096.
152 ACRES, TOTAL SECLUSION- surrounded by BLM, old growth timber, live spring, spectacular views. Thousands of spruce trees. Price lowered again to $670,000. Call Pagosa Peak Realty, 731-0200.
70 ACRES, 360 DEGREE VIEWS, creek with ponds, view complete property from prepared homesite - perfect for houses, CENTRAL WATER. Only $269,000. Romar Group, 264-6096.
70 ACRES IN ARBOLES. Very private, pasture, irrigation, pinion and cedar trees. $198,000. Colorado Southwest Properties, 883-5428. www.navajolake.com/cswproperties.
FOR LEASE OR SALE. 74 acres with large barn containing 8 heated self- watering stalls. Call Todd Shelton, CCIM Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle LLC, (970) 731-2100.
FOR A COMPLETE look at all larger vacant land parcels and ranches in the county check out my website: isellpagosa.com, Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty.
926 ACRES $850,000- NOW $650,000! Loads of water rights, 2 homes, 2 barns, farming and ranching. OWNER SAYS SELL. Romar Group, 264-6096.
SPACIOUS, OPEN, QUALITY 3,800 sq. ft. on 40 beautiful acres in Upper Blanco Basin. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, maid's quarters, 2,000 sq. ft. unfinished basement, Blanco River frontage. $1,600,000. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
THE BEST OF THE BEST. 3 - 35 acre parcels, highest in elevation of all Cool Springs Ranch parcels. Unbelievable views of all the mountains from the Continental Divide east of Pagosa to the La Plata Mountains at Durango. Aspen, spruce, meadows, springs, CENTRAL WATER, elk, deer, turkey. Owner took huge 6X6 bull there last year. Only $6,995 per acre. Terms. Romar Group, 264-6096.
1CB2515. HUGE VIEWS FROM this 40+ acres parcel in Navajo River Ranch. Heavily treed, National Forest and Navajo River Access, great hiking and fishing... $179,000. Coldwell Banker The Pagosa Group, 731-2000.
TERRY ROBINSON ROAD - 63 gorgeous acres, fenced, two houses, 17,000 square foot barn, 26 stalls with pipe turnouts, great views, great location. $1,450,000. Pagosa Peak Realty and Construction. 970-731-0200. Fax: 970-731-0201.
CUSTOM LOG HOME ON 314 acres. Irrigated pastures, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 5,347 sq. ft of living space. A must see. Call Todd Shelton, CCIM Century 21 Wolf Creek Land and Cattle LLC, (970)731-2100.
98 ACRES, 2 MILES FROM TOWN, 1 MILE OF CREEK, abuts National Forest, water rights, fantastic views, nicely treed, alfalfa fields, excellent access. THIS PROPERTY HAS EVERYTHING. ROMAR GROUP. 264-6096.
BREATHTAKING NEW ROCK and log home and barn on San Juan River. 38 acres, meadows, timber. $1,350,000. Lauren, 946-0917, 264-0046.
GOOD PRODUCING WELL. Equestrian property, six stall barn, views, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, vinyl fencing. Very near National Forest access for breathtaking rides. $385,000. 731-3373.
CONDO ON THE GOLF course. Completely furnished, tastefully decorated, x-tra large deck, privacy, views, 2cb2715. $173,900. Coldwell Banker 731-2000.
IMMACULATE RACQUET CONDO. 2 bed - 2 bath, mint condition, furnished, great location. $94,500. Pagosa Peak Realty, (970)731-0200.
LIKE TO SPEND TIME outdoors? This large deck comes with a loft, two full baths and a custom wood burning stove. $85,000 owner financing available. Call Jason, 946-0620 or for all condos new and resale visit our website, www.rockymountainprecuthomes.com.
FOR A COMPLETE LOOK at all condos in the county check out my web site: isellpagosa.com, Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty.
OPEN HOUSE AT WHISPERING PINES TOWNHOMES. Come save on these luxury townhomes. Great deals at pre-construction prices. Open 11a.m. to 3p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. 1207 Park, across from Rec. center. Pagosa Real Estate Store.
BEAUTIFUL 1700 SQ. FT. condo, totally furnished. Down payment $3,870, interest rate 6.94 APR for 30 years, payment $811.60 P&I to qualified buyer. Call for details, Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175 or 800-560-6050.
BEAUTIFUL CONDO, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, completely remodeled. In core area. Call me for a showing. (970)946-4642.
"BEST LITTLE CONDO IN PAGOSA." See to believe! Mountain Vista Townhome. 2/2 + 2 lofts, 2 car garage, 2 gas fireplaces, lake and huge mountain views. $159,900. Phyl Daleske, 731-4589 (owner). Lee Riley with Jim Smith Realty, 264-3210.
CONDO FSBO- 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 1 car attached garage, washer/ dryer and other appliances. Convenient location, great condition with beautiful landscape. $125,000. (970)731-9830.
WE HAVE SEVERAL short term rentals now available for July 1-7 or longer. Call Carolyn or Juli at CC Rentals, 731-0415.
BEAUTIFUL NEW 1 bedroom/ 1 bathroom with spacious views. Very private and quiet, in Alpha. Partially-furnished option. $700 per month, includes utilities. Prefer 1 year lease. No smokers, no pets. 264-6656.
CALL CC RENTALS for long term and short term rentals. Large inventory available. 731-0415.
COZY STUDIO APARTMENT with garage space, on the golf course. No smokers. No pets. $365 per month plus deposit. 264-6656.
LEASE WITH OPTION to buy. Bell Country Homes, 731-6633.
NEW LARGE DUPLEX available approximately July 15th. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1 car garage, Berber carpet and tile, huge views, easy access on Highway 84, unfurnished, all appliances. Horse pasture available for 2 horses. Call Carolyn or Juli at CC Rentals, 731-0415.
2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH townhome, with all appliances and garage. Very energy efficient. Excellent views of Lake Pagosa and Mountains. $740 per month plus deposit for 6 month lease, $735 with a 12 month lease. 264-6656 for information.
MOBILE HOME. 3 BEDROOMS, 2 bathrooms. $650 per month, $650 security deposit. Call 264-6148.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT at the best rates and service in town. Let us manage your property. Call for details. Pagosa Real Estate Store Property Management, 731-2175 or 1-800-560-6050.
R.V. SPACES for rent. Available year round. Rock Ridge mobile home park. Call Sherry at 264-6148.
VACATIONERS. We have fully furnished homes and condos for rent by the day, week or month. We also have long term places available. Pagosa Realty Rentals, located above the Corner Store on Piedra Road. (970) 731-5515
GREAT HORSE PROPERTY. Small home. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. 4 separate fenced pastures on 5 acres. $900/ month. Call Pagosa Realty Rentals at 731-5515.
NEW 3 BEDROOM 2 bathroom condo. Beautiful interior and views. Very energy efficient. No smokers or pets. Call Dinah at Betty Johann Realty, 731-3434.
1,100 SQ. FT. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment 5 minutes west of town. $700 a month plus $600 deposit. Call after 5p.m., 264-2017.
HUNTERS HAVE CABINS available on National Forest. Sleeps 4 to 10 people. Hurry, won't last. Call C.C. Rentals, 731-0415.
VERY NICE 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom home with 1 car garage and large workshop space. Available August 19, 2002. No smokers or pets. $950. Call Dinah at Betty Johann Realty. 731-3434.
SUNETHA MANAGEMENT SERVICES for Short Term (Vacation) Rentals starting at $100/ night, Long Term Rentals starting at $500/ month, and storage units (all sizes) - 56 Talisman Drive - 970-731-4344.
3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS on 1 acre with storage building, $650 a month. Pagosa Real Estate Store, 731-2175.
3 BEDROOMS, 2 bathrooms, one car garage. Duplex. Across from the lake. $800/ month. $800 deposit. Need references. Call Denise. 731-5268 or 946-1462.
PIEDRA SQUARE APARTMENTS. 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment. We pay water, trash, gas, and snow removal. You pay electric, cable and phone. $555 a month with $350 security deposit. NO PETS ALLOWED. Please call 264-5000. Ask for Michelle.
BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOM 2 bathroom house. Backs National Forest, yard, quiet, no smoking, cat okay. $1,100 per month, includes utilities. 264-6044, or 884-5280.
LIVE OR VACATION ACROSS the street from the Golf Course Pro Shop: 669 Handicap. Huge 3,600 sq. ft. home can be used for party rentals, banquets, etc. Pool table, dance floor, 3 bars. Call 264-5335. www.killey.com.
70 GRENADIER- LAKE HATCHER 1 bedroom 1.75 bath with large sun room to use as extra bedroom. 2 car garage. Hardwood floors, washer dryer, nice deck and yard. Now $750. Call 264-5335. www.killey.com.
544 E. GOLF PLACE: Open loft-like designed 2 bedroom 2 bath. Gorgeous views, deck, fireplace, garage, laundry room, etc. Now $775. Call 264-5335. www.killey.com
MOBILE IN VISTA. 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, on canyon. $550/ month. Call Pagosa Realty Rentals at 731-5515.
VERY NICE 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom home in core area. Nice views, great deck. One car garage and workshop. $950. Call Dinah at Betty Johann Realty, 731-3434.
TWO BEDROOM UNFURNISHED condo with garage, $650. Call Pagosa Realty Rentals at 731-5515.
4 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM home in Holiday Acres. $825 per month, $825 deposit. No smoking, no indoor pets. Call 264-3000.
DURANGO HOUSING CORPORATION has clean apartments with affordable rents, close to schools and bus lines. Now featuring a Resident Computer Lab. Call for details, 247-2788. EOH.
AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 1 Cabin close to Williams Creek Reservoir. 6 month lease, $750/month. Call owner at (970) 731-3164.
3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom on 1 acre. $750/ month plus deposit. Call (970)946-0899.
2 BEDROOM UNFURNISHED log house on treed corner lot. No pets, $750 per month. Call Pagosa Realty Rentals at 731-5515.
HIGH COUNTRY MINI STORAGE Most sizes available. Paved, lighted, security. Behind Pizza Hut. Call 264-9142.
MULTIPLE CHOICE! 1) Lease Option, 2) Owner Financing, 3) For Sale, 4) For Rent. Price $250,000, terms negotiable but flexible. 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms. Big detached 2-car garage, 2 moss rock fireplaces - gas starter, wet bar in family room, propane forced air, 2 hot water heaters, central vacuum, central water, 4 decks, 3,300 sq. ft. Located on 2.7 acres with great mountain views, lots of big trees. 2 miles north of town off Cemetery Road, 470 Buena Vista Place, on quiet cul-de-sac. No restrictions. Possible B&B or other home business would work here. This home is priced at $50 per sq. ft. For further information, contact Lee Riley, owner/agent, with Jim Smith Realty, 264-3210, (800)571-0107, website isellpagosa.com.
LAKE HATCHER, FOR RENT or lease option. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage. 264-0345.
2 BEDROOMS, DUPLEX, unfurnished, garage, deck, golf course, $600, one year lease, security deposit. 731-2255.
ALL NEW 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage, fireplace home for rent. Available now. $975 per month; 1st, last plus deposit. Richard, (720)859-1330.
IMMACULATE, CHARMING, LIGHT 3BR, 2BA. 2 car garage, w/d, yard. $1,000/ month, first, last, deposit. No smoking, pets negotiable. 6 to 12 month lease. 264-4030.
ROOMMATE WANTED. Clean, quiet location. 1 bedroom plus private bath. Non-smoker. $450 per month plus half utilities. 264-6912.
NICE 3 BEDROOM, 1 bathroom family home on 1 acre. Great for kids and pets. No smokers, references required. $575 per month. Call 731-5022.
SUMMER VACATIONERS: NICELY FURNISHED, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo close to recreation center. Covered patio with mountain views, no smokers. (970)731-9414 or (651)735-6854.
LUXURY DUPLEX APARTMENT on the golf course. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, located at 386 E. Golf. Storage, gas heat, 1 car garage with remote, concrete driveway, berber carpet, dishwasher, W/ D hookup, small pet okay. Land pays water, garbage and snow removal. Available in September. Leave message at 731-3213.
VACATIONERS. Completely furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath condos close to Village Lake and Rec Center. Sleeps 6 to 8 people. No smokers. 731-9414.
LOVELY LOG HOME on 40 acres close to downtown. Great views. 1 bedroom (loft). Water supply is cistern. Driveway requires 4WD in snow. No smokers. References required. $795. Available October 15th (970)731-9742.
FOR RENT OR LEASE with option to buy. Owner financing. Brand new custom built contemporary ranch-style home. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 2 car garage, gas/ wood stove, appliances and numerous upgrades. Continental Divide views in lake community. Call David, (970)264-1243.
COUNTRY ATMOSPHERE. SPACIOUS beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, large utility room, open mountain views, deck, doublewide. Best front area. Non-smokers, $710. (970)946-4999.
FOR RENT: 2 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom condo. Just remodeled, new carpet, new paint. 9 month lease minimum. No pets, no smoking. $650 per month. (970)349-1878.
ROOM FOR RENT. Furnished, utilities paid. $225 per month plus deposit. 731-2098.
LARGE 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, upstairs, end unit, washer/ dryer hookups. $550 per month. 731-4792.
CONDO ON THE LAKE. Available September 1. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Cable available. Call Lisa at (970)731-4925.
1997 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom, 16X70 mobile home on perimeter lot in Vista, with covered deck, partially furnished option- $625 plus deposit. No smoking, no pets. (505)662-7499.
3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM home for rent, washer/ dryer included. Call 731-0212 after 6p.m.
LAKE HATCHER, NEWLY REFINISHED 3 bedroom, 2 bath on lake on 3/4 acre lot. $950 per month. (303)988-4174.
$695 BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom, brand new in Vista, no smokers, no dogs. First/ last/ security, (970)563-4026.
VACATIONERS: EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN and well-maintained two story condo. Two bedrooms (sleeps four maximum), 1-3/4 baths, fully furnished with well-equipped kitchen. Located in core area, close to new City Market. $450 weekly. NO PETS and NO SMOKERS - NO EXCEPTIONS! Contact owners (970) 731-2017 (evenings best).
CORNER LOT DUPLEX. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, storage, w/d hookup, gas heat, $800 month, $800 deposit. Landlord pays water and garbage. See at 516 Park. Leave message at 731-3213.
2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATHROOM duplex, laundry room, single car garage, sodded yard, paved street. $695 per month. Tim Brown Properties, 946-2768, 731-5986.
MODERN 4 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom double wide on quiet, treed acre. 7 minutes from Fairfield. Energy package, decks. Very clean. Available immediately. $750 month plus deposit. No smokers or pets. (970)264-4923.
ROOM FOR RENT with own bath. Quiet house. No smokers. Call to see. $400 per month plus security deposit. 731-0175.
VERY NICE FULLY FURNISHED 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, all appliances. Includes washer/ dryer, energy efficient, natural gas, single garage, 24 foot deck, great sunsets on Lake Pagosa. $900 plus utilities. 731-4029.
HOUSE FOR RENT. 1,600 sq. ft., double garage. Hatcher Lake area. $1,000/month, $500 deposit, 6-month lease. No pets. 731-1944, 749-1438.
BEAUTIFUL VIEW, SEPTEMBER through June 30, 2003. Fully furnished 2 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 bathroom apartment, heat and water included (no laundry). Separate entrance, $700 per month, to quiet single or couple. No smoking or pets. 731-5571.
FREE RENT while WE build YOUR home! 1,100 sq. ft. 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. 759-8266 for more information.
2 BEDROOM 1 bath, great views, furnished. $875. 3 bedroom, 2 baths completely remodeled. $1100. (719) 338-6867. Fax: (719) 540-2224. GSTEW9583@aol.com.
PINES CONDO END UNIT, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,500 sq. ft., large loft with 3/4 bath. Reduced rent, no pets. (970)731-5203.
RIVER FRONT LOG AND stone lodge between Hot Springs and ski area. 3/2, 2 living, huge master suite wrapped with decks overlooking trout hole and national forest. $1,350 per month, short or long term. 264-4866.
COMPLETELY FURNISHED, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, energy efficient with garage and deck. (970)731-4029.
SPACIOUS 2 AND 3 BEDROOM in 4-plex, becoming available from April through August. Superb location, year lease. $595 and $695 plus some utilities. Call John, 303-881-1407 or Lee, 264-3210.
BRAND NEW!! 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM, 1,100 sq. ft. on horse property. INCREDIBLE VIEWS!! $800/ month. Call 731-9672 for information.
3 BEDROOMS, 1 1/2 bathroom log home. 1 block from Lake Pagosa, quiet neighborhood, $725 per month. No smokers, no pets. 264-4715.
TIMESHARE RE-SALES Many weeks and Point packages available Save Thousands- Coldwell Banker. Call Ed Raymond, 731-6729.
LABRADOR PUPPIES, EXPECTED SEPTEMBER 15th. Chocolate and Yellow parents. Complete champion breeding. Will be sold by reservation with deposits. Work, (970)731-4065. Home, (970)264-4597.
ADOPT FROM THE Humane Society. Stop by or call 731-4771. You'll be amazed at what we have to offer. www.humanesocietyofpagosasprings.org.
HELP! MY NAME is Simba, a 7 year old light orange, short haired, neutered, handsome dude cat. Due to difficulties in a multi-cat household, I'm currently residing at the Humane Society. I'm an indoor/ outdoor cat, I love people, laps, snuggling and prefer being an only cat. Please come and meet me, I'm plenty depressed living in a cage, 731-4771.
HOME PET CARE. You don't have to board your pets when you travel. Let them stay home where they are happy. Call the "Mobile Sitters," Sunny Mountain Kennels. 731-2098, 946-2608.
FORK LIFTS FOR HIRE Caribou Construction. 731-9848 or 946-2488.
YARD WORK, LAWN CARE, mowing and cleanup. 731-1313.
JUNK IN YOUR YARD - hauled away to go to the dump, pick up and haul. 731-1313.
T.V. TROUBLES? Call Mike! Mike's TV. Since 1979. 264-2788.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOUNTAIN SNAPSHOTS. PHS senior portraits, in studio or out. Quality work, easy pricing, quick return! Call now for appointment. 731-4511.
LOCAL MOVING SERVICES. Eric. 731-1313.
CONSTRUCTION CLEANUP. INTERIOR and exterior. 731-1313.
CUSTOM FRAMING AND MATTING - Reasonable prices, quick service. Jan Brookshier, 264-4275 after 6 p.m.
CARPENTRY/HANDYMAN General maintenance, remodels, painting, drywall, etc. No job too small. Blair Jackson, 749-4252 or 264-6002 evenings.
FOR A CONSTRUCTION clean up, at its best. Contact Odd Jobs Unlimited 264-2994. Insured.
CAR DETAILED BY DAVE- 946-3584. September Special- mention this ad and get 20% off.
WWW.PAGOSAMORTGAGE.COM Free mortgage information on-line. Get pre-qualified or completely pre-approved from the comfort of your home or office. Jim Askins, Fairway Mortgage-Pagosa Springs, (970) 731-3100 or toll free 800-326-2100.
RESIDENTIAL FRAMING, PORCHES, decks, patios, driveways, sidewalks, rock walls, tile work. Reliable and friendly. 731-0175.
HOME REPAIRS/HANDYMAN Carpentry, decks, ceramic tile, painting, room additions. No job too small. By David, (970) 749-4625.
FRENCH TRAVEL SPECIALIST offers expert trip planning, cultural debriefing, and French lessons! Check out www.therichesof.com and call 970-731-9945.
CARPENTRY PLUS. New construction, remodeling and additions. 20 years experience in all aspects of fine home building. Reasonable and reliable. Call David, 731-9509.
WALLPAPERING SERVICE. Tired of your old walls and painting? Brighten them up with custom wallpapering by Rick and Peach Russell, 731-5144.
OPENING FOR LICENSED day care. Can transport to school and activities. Carol Baughman, 731-0577.
FULL SERVICE BOOKKEEPING, payroll, and business consultation. Are you satisfied with your current bookkeeping service? Or just too busy to keep up with it yourself? Let me show you what service is all about. Local references available upon request. Call David 264-1243.
HIGH SPEED INTERNET! Lightning fast 384Kb two-way satellite connection. Special, $99 down, $99 a month for twelve months then $59.99 monthly. Includes equipment and installation. Forget slow extra phone lines. Compare. 759-9281, details at http://www.mtns.biz/dw.html.
MOUNTAIN METAL WORKS. "Creations in metal for home, business and pleasure." Welding on and off site. Fences (pipe), playground equipment, braces and brackets and railings, handrails, gates, furniture, trailers, equipment repair. (970)946-2633.
SKID LOADER SERVICES. Gravel, snow, dirt, post holes, etc. Cheap and reliable. 731-9374 or 749-4247, David Medina.
AUTOMOTIVE WIRING. 30 years experience. Trouble- shooting, complete harnesses, custom harnesses, trailer packages. Hot rods to farm vehicles, I do it all. No job too big or too small. 731-0012.
GABES BACKHOE SERVICE. Foundations, utilities, snow removal, commercial and residential. Gabe Campuzano, owner/ operator. (970)731-4453 or (970)946-5302.
23 YEARS IN PAGOSA. All aspects of carpentry from decks to additions. Repair work. Quality workmanship, reliable service. 264-5100.
HANDY GAL. Call me for all of your small projects - inside and out. Lots of experience. Excellent references. 731-0175.
AFFORDABLE CHOICE MOVERS. Safe, careful service with a smile. No job too big or too small. 970-759-5587, cell phone.
TELEPHONE JACKS INSTALLED. 30 years experience. $35 for the first jack, $30 for each additional jack. Call Jim, 731-6739.
MARY KAY Loretta Hildebrandt Independent Beauty Consultant. 124 Paradise Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. (970) 731-3645, (888) 485-2955 toll free.
EXCAVATION AND TRUCKING No job too big or small. 20 years experience. Local references, fully insured. Call 731-1146 for quotes and prompt reliable service. Tufco Inc., Jeff Hunts.
DONE RIGHT WINDOW CLEANING. Husband and wife team. Friendly, prompt service. 946-3742.
HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS. Homemade bread to order. Cinnamon Raisin, Herb, Cheese, Whole Wheat, Organic, etc. Call for information, 731-0175.
HOME PET CARE. You don't have to board your pets when you travel. Let them stay home where they are happy. Call the "Mobile Sitters," Sunny Mountain Kennels. 731-2098, 946-2608.
FENCE CONSTRUCTION. ALL types of fence, wire, wood, pipe, vinyl, chainlink, high tensile, temporary, game fence, manufacture all types of gates and automatic gate operators. Thirty years experience. (505)327-3725, fax: (505)327-5746, ask for Dave.
TOO TIRED TO CLEAN after working all day? Call us. Honest, dependable, hard working and meticulous cleaning services. Also will do errands and shopping. Call A Helping Hand Cleaning Service, 731-3954.
NEED YOUR HOUSE CLEAN? Call Linda. (505)759-1516. Servicing Dulce, Chama NM, and Pagosa Springs CO.
HEY, SNOWBIRDS! Foxfire Construction is currently accepting winter contracts for home security inspections and maintenance. Trustworthy, experienced home builder: David, (970)264-4923.
COMPUTER TUTOR. CHARITY FUNDED. Pick up schedules at 286 Pagosa Street (Highway 160) or see at Sisson Library. Volunteer teachers needed for classes. 264-5339.
HOME SECURITY INSPECTIONS: Also: Home Repairs, Remodeling, Additions, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Sheetrock, Plaster, Masonry, Tile, Carpentry. Building since 1975. David, (970)264-4923.
HERBALIFE. SAFE AND healthy weight management. 100% nutrition and increase energy. PMS, migraines, high cholesterol and more. Doctor approved. 1(888)231-0960.
STUCCO RETROFIT OVER existing siding. A good fire prevention. Call Lopez Stucco, 264-6978, cell 946-3394.
PET SITTING AND PLANT CARE Dogs, cats, horses, all ranch sitting, exotics. Reliable, excellent references. Animal Massage Therapist, 264-6680.
PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE Relaxation massage, stress relief, pain relief, deep tissue, energy work. Home 264-6680, office 264-4003.
HARD COAT STUCCO, 3 coat and fast wall. Call for your free estimate. Lopez Stucco and Plaster, 264-6978, cell 946-3394.
AFFORDABLE FRAMING: A complete professional shop. Archival framing. Needlework, we use lacing. Canvas transfers, dry mounting. Prints & posters. Lots of in stock mouldings. Call Linda Lerno, 731-5173.
CONCRETE, CONCRETE. FOUNDATIONS, residential and commercial, sidewalks, driveways, retention walls, basketball courts. Centerline Concrete (970)264-4628.
MASTER PAINTER HAROLD KORNHABER. All phases of painters craft. Log home refinishing. Established 1970. (970) 264-2789.
HOUSEKEEPING AND LAUNDRY POSITION. Full-time, some weekends. Benefits. Apply in person. Pine Ridge ECC, 119 Bastille Dr. Pagosa Springs, CO. Equal Opportunity Employer.
BEST WESTERN OAK RIDGE/ Squirrel's P&P is now hiring for all positions. We are looking for entry level for all departments, in addition to management. If you are looking for stability and a "home" at work, please apply in person. Unmotivated or unreliable people need not apply.
MASSAGE THERAPIST/ RECEPTIONIST/ assistant. Commission and hourly wage. Studio 160. 731-2273, 731-9362.
EXPERIENCED REAL ESTATE AGENTS needed for new Real Estate Office in the new City Market area. Contact Jim Smith - Jim Smith Realty - (970)264-3215 - jim@jimsmithrealty.com.
VICTORIA'S PARLOR SEEKING experienced wait person for fast-paced restaurant. Pleasant personality a must, able to work Saturday and Sunday. Busser to work through winter, Saturday and Sunday. Apply in person between 9-11 and 3-5, 274 Pagosa Street.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR the right person. Person needed to care for two developmentally disabled women. Must be able to lift and be available for overnights and weekends. Excellent pay and benefits. Please contact Cristina Long at Community Connections, Monday - Wednesday. 731-5548.
FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPING POSITION available. Must be able to work weekends. Apply in person at the Spa at Pagosa Springs, 317 Hot Springs Blvd.
PROCESS MEDICAL CLAIMS from home! Use your own computer! Find out how to spot a medical billing scam from the Federal Trade Commission, 1-877-FTC-HELP. A message from The Pagosa Springs SUN and the FTC.
EXPERIENCED PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER needed. Must be able to work at our location and be proficient in Quickbooks Premiere. 731-9949.
THE CORNER STORE/FINA is accepting applications for a full-time clerk position. Must be outgoing and a team player. Shift requires some nights and weekends. Benefits for long-term employees. Related work experience and background check required. Apply in person at 40 Piedra Rd.
TELEMARKETERS, IF YOU are computer literate, type 40 wpm, have an excellent telephone voice and a positive personality, this could be the opportunity for you! $8/ hour plus commission. Email resume to DCI Technical Services, career@dci-tech.com
VILLAGE TEXACO is seeking motivated individuals for part time or full time positions. Health benefits after 1 year of employment. Apply in person, North Pagosa Blvd. and Highway. 160. Ask for Kevin.
HEAD HOUSEKEEPING POSITION available for hard working, flexible, experienced person. Must be available on weekends and holidays. Full-time comp use for spa facilities. Good pay. Apply in person. The Spa at Pagosa Springs, 317 Hot Springs Blvd.
SAN JUAN RIVER VILLAGE METRO. DISTRICT. Clerk/ Bookkeeping/ Data Processing part-time position. Salary commensurate with experience. Call 264-6119, 264-4458, or mail resume to Steven McKain, Secretary, SJRVMD, P.O. Box 5825, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147.
THE ARCHULETA COUNTY EDUCATION Center is seeking part-time Community Education instructors for classes such as Spanish, Computers, Arts, Crafts, etc. Please call 264-2835 for more information. An equal opportunity employer.
HOW MANY BALLS CAN YOU KEEP IN THE AIR? Are you a people person with sincerity, warmth and confidence who likes a fast paced job with a variety of tasks, an organized person who can be expert with details while staying focused on our valued patients? Then we would like to talk to you NOW!! Our dental team is looking for a self directed and energetic business assistant. Computer experience is essential, a sense of humor is a must. If you would like to share the experience of being on our great, patient centered team, call (970)382-2803.
SECRETARY FOR ONE PERSON law office. Must be computer literate; knowledge of WordPerfect, Timeslips a plus. Must possess excellent secretarial and communication skills and be a self-starter. Send letter of interest and resume to P.O. Box 129, Pagosa Springs 81147 or fax (970)264-2998.
CRT/RRT. MANY GREAT oppty's are just a "breath away." Call 1-800-318-5681.
BACKHOE OPERATOR, LABORERS, concrete curb and gutter finishers for two projects in Pagosa Springs. Contact Dave at 749-5870; no messages. Predetermined wages. Begin immediately. E.O.E.
X-RAY TECHS- Use your special skills to "See" the best jobs. Call 1-800-318-5681.
TUPPERWARE CONSULTANTS WANTED. Flexible hours, great benefits, no experience necessary, will train. Positive attitude required. Carol, 731-2810.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR HUMANE Society, BA Degree with emphasis on business fund raising, nonprofit management experience, ability to work well with personnel, public and volunteers, strong leadership skills, reply to Jean Somsen, P.O. Box 2164, Durango, CO 81302.
SAN JUAN MOTEL. Front desk, 40 hours per week, 3p.m.- 11p.m. shift. Apply in person.
CASE MANAGER FOR WHIMSPIRE (private child placement agency) for youth and therapeutic foster parents. B.A. in human service field required. 1/2 time, flexible hours. 385-1749.
ESTABLISHED FOOD BUSINESS, with good reputation for sale. Wife/ husband business, with no employees and low overhead. Would also train buyers. $50,000. Also for sale, property with home. 264-2017.
INCOME PRODUCING COMMERCIAL property, stunning mountain views! $495k. 5+ acres, 3,000 sq. ft. log home, 4 rentals and workshop. "THE LOCATION". Call Pamela Novack, GRI, owner/broker, EQUUS REALTY COLORADO, L.L.C. (970) 731-1626, www.equusrealtycolorado.com.
GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Indian Head Lodge. Closest facility to Willliams Creek Reservoir. Provides groceries, sporting licenses, gas, propane, other supplies and much, much more. $400,000. Call Todd at Century 21 Wolf Creek, (970)731-2100.
LARGEST SPORTING GOODS STORE in Archuleta County. Indoor archery range/archery leagues. 4000 square feet of leased space with lots of parking. Business for sale only, $40,000, plus inventory. For more information call Todd at Century 21 Wolf Creek, 731-2100.
ESTABLISHED ENGINEERING BUSINESS for sale. Great hourly income part time or full time. 970-264-2882.
PAGOSA SPRINGS SERVICE business. Can be run by two. Six years established. Owner moving- health. $85k net. $190K. 264-6440.
1981 24' 5TH-WHEEL trailer. Nice. $3,800, with solar panel, $4,200. 731-4210, 264-1998.
1985 18 FOOT STARFIRE with 205 Mercruser. Great condition with dual axle trailer and cover. $5,400 or best offer. 946-1032.
HARLEY DAVIDSON 1977. Custom FLH "shovel". New top-end and jugs. Many custom features. See to appreciate. $12,000. 731-5863.
1998 ALFA, ID32RK, deluxe 5th wheel. List price: $46,157. NADA "Average retail" $27,815 (plus other equipment and supplies.) Sell: $25,500. Phone, (970)731-0183.
1999 HONDA EX 300 four wheeler. Runs and looks excellent, many extras. 2 wheel drive, 5 speed and reverse. $3,000. (970)946-3986, 731-4320.
2 BRONCO TICKETS. $100 at great seats, 7 rows from field. 731-9138.
KILLEY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, the new agency in town, would like to invite you to visit our website www.killey.com to see the Free Classified Ads. If you have appliances or furniture for sale, are looking for a roommate, wanting to promote a yard sale, just email us your ad to: Lynne@Killey.com.
3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, gameroom and single car garage. $875 with security and one year lease. Located at Tee Court Dr., ready to move in! Call 731-9006.
EXPERIENCED FINISH/ TRIM carpenters with truck and tools. Quality is key. References a plus. 731-5647.
CHANGE OF SEASON bag sale. September 12, 13, 14, Methodist Thrift Store.
TOY SALE. 2001 YAMAHA XT225, $3,500 OBO. 2001 TTR125L with pro circuit pipe, $2,400 OBO. 1997 Seadoo GSX and 1998 Seadoo GTX Limited, Tritan aluminum trailer, $7,300 OBO or will sell separately. 731-5353.
2 BEDROOMS, DUPLEX, unfurnished, garage, deck, golf course, $580, one year lease, security deposit. 731-2255.
WHY WAIT? Sell your property now. Call for more information, 731-3949.
FSBO 1,600 SQ. FT., double garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. 160 Carpin Circle, $174,900. 731-2918 or 731-1550.
BUILDING MATERIALS: CARPET, doors, windows, saltillo tile, 200 plus sq. ft, thin set. Downdraft furnace, room furnace. Redwood 1x4x6, 80 cents each. 731-4210, or 264-1998.
I BOUGHT 10 SPAS to get mine at wholesale! Saved thousands. Want one? Only 2 left. This is a 7' spa with 26 jets, high altitude motor and a reinforced and tapered safety cover. All for $3,695.00. Also, full line of wood, gas and pellet stoves. Contact Michael at 731-0709.
RIVER FRONT LOG AND stone lodge between Hot Springs and ski area. 3/2, 2 living, huge master suite wrapped with decks overlooking trout hole and national forest. $1,700 per month, short or long term. 264-4866.
WANTED TO RENT. Responsible, employed, financial secured person seeking small rental for winter. N/ S, N/ P. David, (970)749-0543.
YARD SALE, SATURDAY, September 7, 7a.m. to 6p.m. Raft and motor, yarn, other sewing, household goods. 2498 Park Avenue.
EXCELLENT QUALITY, FIRST cutting, grass hay. $9.50, Bayfield. 884-3236.
PAUL'S PLACE ASPEN SPRINGS. Open 5p.m, Friday night Karaoke, Saturday 12p.m., Sunday 9a.m. Sunday 3p.m. jam session, open mike, bring your instrument. Good ol' fun! Monday night football and munchies at the bar.
MOBILE HOME REPAIR. Leveling skirting, roof repair, add ons, decks, sheds, fencing, painting, staining, yard work cleanup. 731-3171.
TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL. Brush cutting and thinning, fence lines, fire breaks, home sites cleanup. 731-3171.
HOME INSPECTIONS. THINKING of buying or selling a home? Need to know what shape it's really in? 731-3171.
FOR SALE: KING bed with drawers, headboard with shelves, mirror and lights, $395. 2 lounge chairs, $150 each. Executive office chair, $95. 731-2934.
BRAND NEW, MEDELA "double-ease" electric breastpump. Never used! Includes insulated nylon carrying case and all attachments. Perfect for the working mom who wants only the best for their child! Paid $200, will take $150 OBO. 731-6547.
HONDA 4 TRAX 350cc ATV. Racks, snowplow, chains, garden trailer. $3,400. Includes Voyager ATV trailer. 731-4670.
OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY, 11a.m. to 5p.m. Custom 1 story log home, 5 miles south on Highway 84 in Squaw Valley Ranches, 1st house on left. See ad under Houses for Sale section. 264-5667.
YARD SALE, SATURDAY and Sunday, 8a.m. to 1p.m. 85 Cloud Cap. Miscellaneous computer equipment, TV, clothing, toys.
FURNITURE, EXCELLENT QUALITY. LazyBoy recliner, ivory soft leather; Pier 1 kitchen table, pine top/ white legs plus 4 matching chairs; rattan dresser plus nightstand; rattan sofa; 2 area rugs; light weight desk frame with glass top. 731-2326.
FOR RENT: 2 BEDROOM mobile home in town. $500 a month plus utilities, $300 deposit. Call 264-2568.
FREE FIREWOOD. All cottonwood, all sizes. You cut and haul. 264-2349.
WE SELL NOTES. If you are carrying a first or second mortgage/ deed of trust and would like to get your profits now, we can help. We are working with a private cash flow sector that is aggressively buying at this time. If you have a real interest in selling your note, call: 731-2417, ask for Nelson.
COMING TO PARELLI CONFERENCE. Need room to rent or rent your RV. Week of 9/12 through 9/16. meg@cyberport.net.
FOR SALE BY OWNER. Sell your property now and have the buyer pay the commission. For more information, call 731-3949.
BOAT AND RV storage - $25 per month. Why pay more? Let's Store It. 731-0007.
1994 EXPLORER XLT 4x4, all electric, off road with towing package, leather, dark green. 73,000 miles, excellent condition. $8,500 OBO. 731-3875.
FLEETWOOD HOMES FACTORY DIRECT to you. We do it all including land/home packages. Timber Homes next to Let's Store It and Quality Topsoil. www.timberfactoryhomes.com, 731-0007.
CARGO STORAGE CONTAINER- 20' and 40' steel. Limited number of 45' aluminum units. Order yours now. Contractors- home owners- ranchers. Vermin and watertight. All prices. Rent, buy, lease, purchase. We deliver. No room? Store it at Let's Store It. Highway 160 West, Aspen Springs. 731-0007.
HANDYMAN CARPENTER. Remodels, additions, decks, garages, sheds, ceramic tile, vinyl siding, windows, doors, light plumbing, finish work. No job too small or big. Pro panel. Reasonable rates, good references. Gino, 264-9945.
HORSES, MUST SELL. 5 year old paint gelding. Broke and gentle, good roping prospect, $1,500 OBO. 4 year old black mare. Broke and gentle, western pleasure, $1,200 OBO. 5 year old sorrel mare. Green broke, excellent reigning or cutting prospect, $1,200 OBO. 731-6679 or 946-2636.
$49,900. THREE BEDROOMS, two bathroom mobile and lot in Vista. Mountain view, new carpet, new linoleum, new paint. 300 Bonanza. Call owner/ broker at 264-5168 or your Realtor.
1987 ASTRO VAN - 4.3 V-6, auto, PS, PB, air, new transmission and brakes. Very clean and in good condition. $2,200 OBO. 731-2186.
3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH newly remodeled modular. Yard, decks, new W/D, all new appliances. $750 per month, water & trash paid. Must see. 884-0421.
TRENCHING. The minimal impact solution for your dirt work needs. Call Cimarrona Enterprises at 731-2167.
COMMERCIAL OFFICE FOR RENT. The new log office building on Pagosa Street, 325 sq. ft. available on 2nd floor facing the street. $450 per month, utilities included. Call (303)816-1966.
IS IT TIME TO CLEAN YOUR FREEZER OUT? Bring your meat and fish to The Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park. Help to feed wolves, coyotes, mountain lions, bobcats, grizzly bear and black bear. 5 miles South on Highway 84. 264-5546. Open 7 days a week, 9 to 6. Feeding at 4.
CASH! SOLD REAL ESTATE? Carried financing? I buy seller-held trust deeds, contracts. Any size, location. Pat O'Brien, (800)347-9501.
WANTED ASAP. 2 or 3 bedroom rental, furnished if possible, for family with young children. Call 946-9472.
WANTED: 12 FOOT or longer lightweight canoe with paddles. Also want a Honda 90 trail bike. 731-3088.
I WILL BUY all types of turkey feathers; tail feathers, wing feathers, etc. Call 731-4846.
WANTED: OUTFITTING BUSINESS to buy, Pagosa area. Call 946-1466.
WANT TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 33-32/03.
BE SURE TO check for more yard sales in the Too Late To Classify section.
ST. PATRICK'S BAZAAR, Saturday, 9a.m. to 3p.m. Men's yard sale; boutique clothing, jewelry, accessories; handmade arts/crafts; bake sale, frozen casseroles; kid's corner crafts, games, prizes; drawings, silent auction; chili, nachos, drinks available. 225 S. Pagosa Boulevard, next to Mary Fisher Clinic.
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE in the family- sports equipment, doors, light fixtures and bathroom. Kirby vacuum, clothing, shoes. 1960 Meadows, September 6th, 7th, 8th. 8a.m. - 5p.m.
DOWNSIZING GARAGE SALE. Saturday 8a.m.- 12 noon. 140 E. McCabe. Alpha (on 160, opposite Pinon Lake/ golf course) to end. Left on E. McCabe. First house on left. Framed art, furniture, lamps, sterling serving pieces, household items, bric a bracs, linen, LPs, exercise equipment, jewelry and more.
ELECTRIC DRYER, LOTS of tools, Jim Beam collectors bottles, primitives, books, household, etc. 212 Wilderness Drive. N. Pagosa to Lake Forest Circle. Friday and Saturday.
ATTENTION: CRAFTERS- SUPPLIES for knitting, sewing, latch hook, macrame, cross-stitch, crochet, books, patterns, 2 sewing machines. 1960 Meadows, September 6th, 7th, 8th. 8a.m. - 5p.m.
SEVEN FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, September 7, 8a.m. to ? Lots of good stuff, household goods, clothes boy sizes 6- 12, knickknacks. 17 Canyon Circle.
ANTIQUES, TOOLS, HIGH BACK saddles, guns, pot belly stoves, tractor, furniture, new generator. Saturday and Sunday, 8 to 5, across from library on South 9th St.
SEPTEMBER 5TH AND 6TH. 9a.m. to 5p.m. 489 Dutton Drive, Lake Forest Estates. Like new Wagner paint sprayer, sheet rock tools, Jorgensen miter box, Craftsman sabre saw, and other tools. Some electrical and plumbing supplies. Kerosene stove, new garbage disposer, submersible pump, and some garden tools. Microwave oven, vacuum sweeper, toaster, coffee pot, and other household items. This is all good stuff that we just don't need any more!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 8-3, at #2 Bienvenido Circle. Lots of unusual collectible items. Good prices. We deal.
IF ANYONE has lost their pet, please call the Humane Society of Pagosa Springs, 731-4771. www.humanesocietyofpagosasprings. org.
Date High Low Precipitation
Type Depth Moisture
9/4 80 37 - - -
9/5 79 39 - - -
9/6 81 39 R - .03
9/7 78 40 R - .15
9/8 77 39 - - -
9/9 76 39 - - -
9/10 71 38 R - .16
Ho-hum; rain could come &endash; or not
By John M. Motter
Staff Writer
The coming week's weather forecast looks a lot like the forecast for last week, a 10 to 20 percent chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and rain showers, according to Doug Baugh, a National Weather Service forecaster from the Grand Junction office. Turn that around and it is just as accurate to say there is an 80 to 90 percent chance that it won't rain.
Conditions controlling weather this week remain the same as last week: a high-pressure area over southern New Mexico coupled with a low-pressure trough over the Pacific Northwest. The result is westerly to southwesterly wind flows carrying a slight amount of moisture from the southwest into the Four Corners area.
Western Colorado weather appears to be in transition, Baugh said, moving from the summer monsoon pattern into a fall pattern featuring storm systems approaching from the Pacific Northwest.
During August, 2.09 inches of precipitation were recorded in Pagosa Country, about 85 percent of the 56-year August average of 2.52 inches. During the remainder of the year, precipitation averages in Pagosa Springs are September - 1.89 inches, October - 2.03 inches, November, 1.52 inches, and December - 1.79 inches. Annual precipitation as measured in Pagosa Springs is 19.37 inches.
Pagosa Springs' wettest year of record was 1957 when 33.86 inches of precipitation were recorded. The driest year of record was 1944 when 10.44 inches of precipitation were measured.
The snow portion of Pagosa Springs precipitation is September - 0.1 inches, October - 2.9 inches, November -10.6 inches, and December - 22.3 inches. The average annual snowfall in Pagosa Springs is 93.3 inches. The most snowfall ever measured in town was 1979 when 204 inches were measured. The least snowfall in town was the 42.9 inches measured during 1946.
Between now and the end of the year, average monthly mean temperatures will drop about 10 degrees a month. Those readings are September - 55.4 degrees, October - 45.4 degrees, November -32.5 degrees, and December - 22.8 degrees.
Last week's high temperatures ranged between 77 and 80 degrees with an average high of 79 degrees. Low temperatures ranged between 38 and 41 degrees with an average low of 40 degrees.
Moisture in town amounted to 0.05 inches.
Current local weather data is recorded at the official National Weather Service office at Stevens Field. The state meteorologist from the Colorado Climate Center at Colorado State University in Fort Collins supplies historic weather data.
Town plans volleyball camp for sixth grade girls
By Joe Lister Jr.
SUN Columnist
Keep your ears and eyes open for the formation of a sixth-grade girls volleyball fundamentals camp, being sponsored by the parks and recreation department.
The clinics will be held in the new Community Center with the sign-up date Oct. 3 at 6 p.m.
We have set aside hours Mondays and Wednesdays after school for this program. Fundamentals will be taught, along with some game situations and rules.
During the month of October, there will be eight sessions at a cost of $20.
For more information call Joe Lister at 264-4151, Ext. 231.
Late registration costs
Pagosa has been notorious for people registering their children late for every town-sponsored activity. We, as parents, need to get our children registered in the time frame given by the directors of the activity. We are trying to get away from the saying that we are running on "Pagosa time."
"Pagosa Time" costs everyone money. We have to base our equipment orders, practice/game schedules, sponsors, picture day, tournament play, coaches and numbers of teams on registrations. If you have a 30-percent change in numbers with late registrations, it throws everything off and we, as directors, must start again from the beginning. This is an unnecessary waste of time and effort.
We are trying to establish a policy that will be consistent. The programs will be run more efficiently and thus save us time and money that we can spend on the public, to offer better services.
Call the number above or Chris at 264-4151, Ext. 232 if you have questions about upcoming events.
Coed volleyball
The organizational meeting for the adult coed volleyball league will be held Sept. 16 in Town Hall at 6 p.m. Have any questions? Call Chris at the number above.
Lady Pirates take third at Wolf Creek cross country meet Sept. 7
By Tess Noel Baker
Staff Writer
They battled altitude, steep climbs and bigger schools Saturday and came through shining. The Pagosa Pirates cross country team battled 10 schools for top spots in the Wolf Creek Invitational, built on a hard, long course run at over 10,000 feet.
"It was a very good meet for us," Coach Scott Anderson said.
The Lady Pirates garnered third-place honors as a team, sliding in behind Bayfield and Kirtland. Freshman Emily Schur led the pack for the second week in a row, posting a second-place finish in 26 minutes even.
Senior Amanda McCain posted her highest finish of the season, crossing the line in 29:14 in 10th place She was followed by a string of Pirates led by freshman Heather Dahm.
"Heather ran a very good race," Anderson said. "Coming up the last, killer hill, she was pulling the Pagosa train." Dahm finished 21st with a time of 31:06. On her heels were junior Jenna Finney, running 22nd in 31:11.19 and senior Hannah Emanuel just a nose behind in 23rd with a time of 31:11.99.
On the boys' side of the equation, senior Todd Mees battled the geography to claim sixth in 23:37. The time was slower than the previous week's slaughtering of his 2001 state meet time, but the course must be considered, Anderson said. Times all around dropped as the runners battled the hills. Senior B.J. Louder was the second Pirate in the boys' race, finishing 38th in 28:38. In the boys' team competition, Kirtland took top honors, followed by Bayfield and Farmington.
Ladies' defense dominates Demons
By Karl Isberg
Staff Writer
Call them Giant Killers.
When Lady Pirate volleyball players lined up before the Sept. 5 match to shake hands with their Durango counterparts the Ladies had to crane their necks to look many of the Demons in the eyes. Durango features a 6-foot-3-inch middle hitter and several players at or near the 6-foot height. The tallest Pagosan in the starting lineup is 5 foot 8 inches, with hefty soles on her shoes.
It didn't matter.
A big crowd showed up for the home opener at the Durango gym and left in a state of numb disbelief after the Lady Pirates dispatched their 5A opponents 15-13, 15-8.
Veteran volleyball observers frequently note that Class 3A competition is, year in and year out, the toughest in the state, featuring some of the most talented and scrappiest squads on the court. Since 1988, Pagosa has been one of the 3A teams most often in the mix and this year's version proved it fits the mold as the Ladies outplayed their bigger opponents all night long, taking away many of Durango's best weapons with a ferocious back court defense, and frustrating the Demons' big hitter, forcing one hitting error after another.
The Demons seemed to be cruising in the first game of the match, going out to a comfortable 6-2 lead in the early going.
The comfort was short-lived. A series of Durango errors, many of them forced by the Pagosa defense, turned over five points and Pagosa was ahead 7-6. An ace serve by Lori Walkup gave the Ladies an 8-6 lead. Durango scored, but the Ladies responded as the sophomore blocking tandem of Lori Walkup and Bri Scott stuffed Durango's big hitter, Carley Kulovitz for a point.
The momentum swung briefly and, despite some spectacular digs in Pagosa's backcourt, the Demons went on top 11-9. Lori Walkup hit another ace, Durango hit a ball out and the score was knotted 11-11.
A Pagosa hitting error and a ball hit out of bounds put the home team on the verge of a win, and Lady Pirate coach Pennè Hamilton called a timeout to cool the action &emdash; one of many key coaching moves made before and during the game.
The tactic worked. Durango proceeded to commit four costly errors; the Ladies did not. Pagosa took the first game 15-13.
In the second game the home team again took the lead, this time 3-1. Great defense frustrated the Demons and they surrendered four points. The Ladies extended the lead to 6-3 with a Lori Walkup ace to the back corner of the court.
Durango tied the score but Pagosa responded when Shannon Walkup killed to return serve and Lori Walkup hit cross-court to the line for a point. A Demon hitting error gave the Ladies an 8-6 advantage.
The last chance the home team's crowd had to make some noise and to think a victory was possible occurred when the Demons went on a 2-point run. The Demons pulled even at 8-8.
They would not score again. The noise ceased.
Lori Walkup got a point on a stuff block of Kulovitz and the home team disintegrated. Courtney Steen stuffed Kulovitz for another point and five consecutive Demon hitting errors, with hitters strangled by the Pagosa defensive game plan, led to the 15-8 Pagosa win.
"Our defense was beautiful; defense won the game," said Hamilton. " Our defense took Durango completely out of their game. Our sophomores were doing all of our blocking and they were excited. All our kids were excited. They said Durango thought they would beat us because we didn't have the height. What Durango found out is that this team doesn't get rattled. They don't try to overanalyze the situation; they just play the game. They pick things up and they move along."
Summary
Kills: S. Walkup 8, Steen 4, Bliss 4, L. Walkup 4.
Aces: L. Walkup 5, S. Walkup 3.
Digs: S. Walkup 8, Young 8, Bliss 6.
Assists: Young 10, L. Walkup 5.
Solo blocks: Steen 2, L. Walkup 2, Scott 1.
Ladies take Farmington's Scorpions to 5-game limit
By Karl Isberg
Staff writer
It was the second match in a week against an opponent from a big school, this time against Farmington, the New Mexico equivalent of a Colorado Class 5A team.
The Lady Pirate volleyball team didn't win the match, but the young squad came as close as possible and again proved they are exciting and have the potential to go to the heights this season.
In New Mexico, volleyball teams play a best-of-five match. The Scorpions, with a veteran-laden team playing before the home town crowd, managed to eke out a narrow win, taking the contest with a victory in the fifth and deciding game, in a rally-score finale.
The Ladies opened the match with a 15-11 win and the action stayed even from that point until match's end. The Scorpions took the second and third games with identical 15-12 scores, putting the home team on the verge of the win.
This year's Lady Pirates might be relatively young, with three seniors and three sophomores in the starting lineup, but there is no surrender in the mix. Farmington scored seven consecutive points to take what seemed to be an insurmountable lead.
It only seemed to be.
The seven points were all the Scorpions would score in the game, the Lady Pirates storming back to notch a 15-7 victory and force the match to the deciding, fifth game.
It was anyone's game and match. The teams battled back and forth in the frantic rally-score atmosphere where every exchange produces a point.
The teams were tied 9-9, with Pagosa getting two points on ace serves by Alex Rigia, before a raft of errors led to a 15-11 loss for Pagosa.
Once again, the Lady Pirate defense rose to the occasion during the match. Katie Bliss and Shannon Walkup paced the backcourt with 25 and 24 digs respectively. Shannon Walkup led the way on offense with 14 kills during the match. Bliss and Lori Walkup each had 10 kills on the day.
Sophomore Bri Scott was out front in the service game, hitting 26 serves with only one error and serving seven straight points in game 4.
"It was a great match," said Lady Pirate Coach Pennè Hamilton. "Every game was close and either team could have won."
Hamilton complimented the New Mexico team's strong service game and added "our passes on the serve receive were off at times. But, overall, I liked our defense; we had some good blocking going on."
On the offensive side of the net, Hamilton saw things she appreciated. "Three times we put quick sets to the floor and that's the first time the quick offense has worked this year."
The best thing about the match, said the coach, was the additional experience it gives her still developing team.
"This was good experience: a five-game match that gets down to rally scoring. We're not used to that length match or to the pressure of a rally-score format. It's a lot of pressure, with a point scored every exchange. Everything counts. Our kids were tired and they had to go on. That's how you learn."
The match ended a nasty three-match opening segment of the schedule. In two weeks time, the ladies played one of the best 4A teams in Colorado in Cortez, beat 5A Durango in Durango and took a consistently good Farmington program to the limit at Farmington.
Pagosa is ready to begin a defense of its Intermountain League title.
The quest begins tonight as Bayfield, now 6-0 on the season, comes to Pagosa for a match. The Wolverines surprised everyone last season, taking second place at the district tournament and advancing to regional competition.
Tomorrow night, a tough challenge awaits the Ladies as they travel to La Jara for the first of two regular-season matches against Centauri. Coach Brian Loch's Falcons are always in contention for the league crown and the team figures to be as tough this year as any. The gym at La Jara will be loaded with fans expecting a rare win over Pagosa and the atmosphere should be exciting.
Summary
Kills: S. Walkup 14, Bliss 10, L. Walkup 10.
Aces: Scott 3, S. Walkup 2, Rigia 2.
Digs: Bliss 25, S. Walkup 24, Steen 17, Young 12.
Assists: L. Walkup 10, Young 7.
Solo blocks: L. Walkup 4, Bliss 1.
Center Vikings dominated by Pirates' big gun offense
By Richard Walter
Staff Writer
Total domination.
There is no other logical way to describe Pagosa's soccer victory over Center at Golden Peaks Stadium Saturday.
The Pirates outshot their guests 33-12, scored seven goals while Matt Mesker was denying Center's access to his nets, broke up most Viking assaults at midfield, and did it all playing without two regulars sidelined with tendon injuries.