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The Red Feather Historical Society, Inc. is a Colorado not for profit, tax exempt corporation that was established in 1985 with the following purpose:
To preserve and encourage preservation of historic buildings, objects, sites and areas relating to the history of Red Feather Lakes , Colorado and its environs;
To promote an awareness and respect to all that is historically and architecturally significant about Red Feather Lakes and its environs;
To encourage the appropriate management and conservation of the natural setting of Red Feather Lakes ;
And, through these efforts, to keep alive and intact, for the enrichment of present and future generations, the inherited character, charm, and beauty of Red Feather Lakes .”
The Society is an umbrella organization, the sole purpose of which is to promote activities that will benefit the people and environment of Red Feather Lakes through some of the following:
Gathering of tangible historical materials significant to the area, providing a process by which memorabilia can be left to the Society and in turn would be cared for, catalogued and displayed in such manner that would be correct historically and educational, as well as tastefully displayed for enjoyment by the public.
To provide educational tours and events about the area and other historical sites in the Rocky Mountain West.
Sponsoring a Christmas marketplace to bring people of all the surrounding area together in celebration of the season by providing a place for booths specializing in original arts and crafts and promoting community holiday activities.
To obtain historical buildings from the area that could be placed on a prominent site in the Red Feather Lakes village and in time would lead to a Museum.
Members of the Red Feather Historical Society, Inc. are interested in preserving the history of our area. They provide an essential part of the funding and encouragement necessary to continue our efforts to maintain and preserve our properties, buildings and open lands. As a member, you will receive our newsletters, invitations to special events, programs, and tours. plus free admission to the museum properties. You will also have the opportunity to volunteer in a variety of activities, from helping with special events to joining our museum docent program.
Student (Non-voting) $5.00
Members in the following categories will receive membership cards or badges and priority for Society event reservations.
Senior Citizen $10.00
Active Single $25.00
Active Family* $35.00
Commercial $50.00
*Two votes
Members in the following categories will receive the above privileges and a set of the commemorative note cards of our Homestead House.
Sustaining $100.00
Supporting $500.00
Members in the following categories will receive the above privileges and a copy of the book Red Feather Lakes the first 100 years by Evedine Swanson.
Life $1000.00
Life Contributing $2500.00
Life Patron $5000.00
Memberships or Gifts received in amounts exceeding $6000.00 will receive all membership privileges listed above.
Memberships are for the calendar year for which the money is collected, life memberships excluded.
Contact Bill Hansen, Membership Chairman with any questions at 970-881-3500
Membership in the Society is tax deductible.
HISTORICAL EVENTS & TOURS - 2008
JUNE 6 - FRIDAY - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Historical Society Dinner -
Pot Belly Restaurant
24340 County Rd. 74E
Happy Hour 5:00 p.m. - Cash Bar
Dinner - 6:00 p.m.
Annual Meeting - 7:00 pm
"I Am Sacagawea" (Joyce Carr) - 7:30 pm
DINNER SELECTIONS
$16.00
Includes Salad, Non Alcoholic Beverage, Dessert. Tax and Tip
Roast Beef with Mashed Potatoes & Vegetable
or
Chicken Breast stuffed with wild rice, apple & pecans
Make Your Reservation by Sending a Check Payable to
Red Feather Historical Society by May 24, 2007 and Entree Selection to
Pat Clemens
135 Mt. Apiatan Ct.
Livermore CO 80536
FOR INFORMATION Call Pat Clemens 970-495-0560
JUNE 18 - WEDNESDAY - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM - WELLINGTON FARM TOUR & HISTORIC WELLINGTON.
Farms include Grant's Family Farm, Bender Farm (members of RF Historical Society), Bee Family Farm & Museum ($5 donation per couple at the Bee Farm - You pay there), and several historic sites in Wellington. Meet at RF Historical Cabin parking lot at 7:45 AM or meet at Glacier View Office, Gate 8 at 8:00 AM sharp. We will car pool or meet at 9:00 AM at the Grants Family Farm. Lunch on your own in Wellington (a list of eateries will be provided at start of tour) or picnic at park. Cost is $2.00 per person. RSVP by June 12, 2008
JULY 16 - WEDNESDAY - 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM - HISTORIC RED FEATHER LAKES TOUR
Meet at Glacier View Office, Gate 8 at 8:30 AM and car pool to Red Feather or meet at the Robinson Cabin at 8:45 AM. Tour will include Parvin Lake, CC Camp, Swanson Ranch, Fox Acres Fox House and other sites in Red Feather. Bring a sack lunch to eat at the Swanson Ranch. Cost is $2.00 per person. RSVP by July 11 , 2008.
AUGUST 20 - WEDNESDAY - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM - NATURE CONSERVANCY & ABBEY OF ST. WALBURGA TOUR
Meet at RF Historial Cabin at 7:30 AM and at Glacier View Gate 8 at 7:45 AM and car pool (a must due to limited parking) to Phantom Canyon by 8:30 AM - 12:30 P.M. It is 7.7 miles north of the Forks on Highway 287. There will be a lecture on Phantom Canyon and a guided tour. Bring a sack lunch. We will then drive to The Abbey and have a guided tour. Cost- $2.00 per person. Limited to 30 people and 6 autos. RSVP by August 13, 2008. Donations Accepted at Nature Conservancy and Abbey.
For more information contact Pat Clemens at 970-495-0560.
For more information, contact Pat at 970-495-0560 or at mtgal@frii.com.
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