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The Magic of Summer SUMMERTIME MEMORIES COME FLOODING BACK THE FIRST MOMENT YOU START TO FEEL THE WARM BREEZE AND WATCH NATURE COME BACK INTO BLOOM. These are the days to live for, summer is a season of Magic. The long summer days that turn into blessed summer nights.

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What activities do you have planned to relish Summertime and celebrate the glory it holds? For me, being on the water in any form is arguably the purest regression to my own childhood, allowing me to access simpler versions of myself—as well as the most elemental forms of pleasure. – May our travel piece to Nantucket inspire you to find

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GIVING BACK COLORADO HORSE POWER - HELPING PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS LIVE IN THE MOMENT. ARTICLE HANNAH ECHOLS | PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAL ECHOLS

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EMPOWERING ABILITY EMPOWERING ABILITY “Easy, easy,” Michael Holtvluwer whispers under his breath. Throughout his hour riding lesson, Michael continually coaxes his favorite horse, Laredo, through every movement and motion. As a 34-year-old with a central nervous system disorder, horseback riding helps Michael practice posture, strength, and overall confidence. He has been attending the therapeutic riding center, Colorado Horsepower, for about 20 years. Colorado Horsepower began in 1984 and provides low-cost lessons and camps for people with special needs. They have students

“Unfortunately, since then his walking has deteriorated. Part of his body got better and part got worse.” Luckily, riding horses provides some relief. According to Stacey Green, a Horsepower instructor, riding a horse forces one’s muscles to emulate walking motions. This quality strengthens muscles that might otherwise degrade more rapidly. “That movement— the way riding a horse moves your hips and waist up and down, the way you have to use your core muscles to sit up straight— those are all things you have to do when you’re walking,’ Stacey says.

from ages four to sixty-six. The spacious ranch is located in Castle

For Stacey, riding horses is just as therapeutic for her mind as it is

Rock and is home to about 20 horses, but a tribe of five are trained

for her body. As a military wife and someone who previously worked

and reserved for Horsepower purposes.

with victims of trauma, she finds peace through being in a job field

Every instructor is PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship)certified. Each lesson is personalized to the students, but most classes entail basic skills such as how to whoa, move side to side, back up, and rein. The nonprofit makes a point to focus on students’ abilities rather than their disabilities. Michael’s dad, Ed Holtvluwer, has experienced the effects of this kind of thinking. “Kids with special needs can’t do everything that kids without them can do. That’s one of the big benefits of Horsepower— it helps their self-confidence,” Ed says. “It’s about what they can do, not what they can’t.”

where her clientele aren’t in immediate crisis. Her students are happy to be with her and grounded in the present— much like horses. “Horses live in the moment. They’re not worried about what happened yesterday or what they’re doing later in the day. Whatever you put out there, they throw right back at you like a mirror,” Stacey says. According to Stacey, an anxious rider will make for an anxious horse, just as a calm rider will make for a calm horse. The animals respond to the demeanor of their rider, and this quality deepens the capacity for emotional connections between animals and humans. “It’s a great opportunity for self reflection because the horses are going to react to what you do— positive or negative,” Stacey says.

At age 3, Michael was diagnosed with Dystonia, a disease that

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causes uncontrollable tremors. Ten years ago, he underwent a deep

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matic stress. Lynette Roff, a member of the Horsepower Board of

head. Those electrodes transfer signals to a small computer in his

Directors, has recognized this need within the veteran community

chest that counteract the signals that cause the tremors.

and hopes to establish a program called Horsemanship for Heroes.

“His upper body and his head used to be all over the place,” Ed said during his son’s lesson, after noticing how still Michael was.

The program would facilitate therapeutic riding sessions for military members and veterans.

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“Our logo was even created to be representative of the military. The stars in the horse are the holistic symbol for every branch,” Lynette says. As it is, it takes about $100,000 a year to maintain Horsepower. Lynette says that they depend heavily on donations from individuals, grants, and community partners like the Castle Rock Civitan and the Rotary Club. “We try to maintain a very low tuition cost for families, especially because having a kid or kid(s) with certain medical issues can get expensive,” Lynette says. Two of their major fundraisers for the year were cancelled due to the coronavirus, but they are still holding out to have their annual gala in September. The help of several volunteers make Horsepower possible. Many are highly esteemed in the equestrian community and have won several competitions. During lessons, they serve as head walkers (to lead the horse) and side walkers (to attend to the student). For Amy Robinson’s lesson, they took attentive care to groom and braid her horse’s hair beforehand in order to keep the bugs away. 18

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Amy, like Michael, has been coming to Horsepower for about 20 years. Her dad, Jim Robinson, and Michael’s dad have become friends and golfing buddies thanks to a connection made through Horsepower. They’ve made a habit of sitting under shady trees in lawn chairs while their kids ride. And for Amy, age 38, that’s what it’s all about. “She just wants to ride, and that’s what I love about this program. She’s been with some other programs before where they’ve tried to get everyone primed up for competition,” Jim says. So, if Amy doesn’t want to do the exercises or routines for the day, she doesn’t have to. Students at Horsepower have the freedom to learn new tricks or simply let loose and have fun. “For many students, Horsepower is the highlight of their week,” Lynette says in between a conversation with Jim and Ed. “If I could tell you one thing, it is that we are very much a family environment.” If interested in joining the Horsepower family, you can email them at info@coloradohorsepower.org or by visiting their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/COHorsePower/.

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the simplest & happiest summertime bucket list INSPIRED ACTIVITIES TO KEEP THE KIDS LOVING THE BEAUTY OF THE CHASE ALL SUMMER LONG!

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PARENTS – PLEASE STOP WORRYING AND LET YOUR CHILDREN CLIMB TREES AND ALL THE OTHER THINGS ON OUR SUMMER TIME BUCKET LIST! For past generations, all the things on our list were a quintessential childhood experience, and were on par with running under the sprinkler on a hot summer day and skinning your knees when riding your bike just a tad too fast on a gravel road. But today, these activities aren’t offered for many kids for a number of reasons. For one, we all know that children spend more time indoors on electronic devices, which leaves less time to romp around outside in the first place. Our Summer Time Bucket List for your kids will hopefully produce such amazing benefits for their wellbeing, growth and development. Sometimes the simplest activities extract the best and happiest results. Paddle into the sun set

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#1. Celebrate 4th of July – BECAUSE FUN CAN JUST BE GOOD OLD FASHION

SIMPLE FUN. Campfires

Celebrate July 4th with a collection of great games, decorations, crafts, and more — which is perfect for an Independence Day party! One easy idea is do a Star Spangled yard. Give your lawn some flour power this Fourth of July with a simple stencil and a dusting of flour. Draw a star shape on cardboard and cut it out. Lay this stencil on the lawn and spray the grass with water from a spray bottle. Leaving the stencil in place, use a flour sifter to cover the damp star shape with flour. Remove the stencil and repeat to fill your yard with a galaxy of stars.

#2. Run & Play in the Sprinklers

Kids love playing in water, especially during hot weather, and it

keeps a child entertained. Kid sprinkler time is an excellent option that will cool down your young one at the same time that they stimulate their minds as they have fun outdoors. Playing in the sprinklers is also a great way to keep your child away from the screen. Reading in the Great Outdoors

#3. Rock Painting

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Rock painting is one of our favorite activities. Get outside with

your children to collect rocks, and then paint them, for a rock activity that kids are sure to love. If you don’t have any areas that you can go to collect rocks, you may have to go collect your rocks at a home improvement or a landscaping store that carries smooth round unfinished river stones in bulk.

#4. Take a walk with your sibling in a beautiful place Siblings grow up and summer is the perfect time to give

them time to bond. Allowing your kids time to hang out and enjoy each other with no expectations evokes conversations that may not otherwise happen.

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#5. Dance in the Summertime Rain

The rain won’t make your kids melt, get sick, or turn into

a raindrop! ... If your kid likes being in the water, then playing outside in the rain is definitely for him or her. Not only can it be a great source of exercise, but it’s also a great way to de-stress and have some fun!

#6. Gardening

Let your kids bloom where they are planted. Planning a gar-

den, planting the seeds and watching them grow gives kids a sense of purpose and responsibility. Furthermore, studies show that when children have contact with soil during activities like digging and planting, they have improved moods, and have better learning experiences and decreased anxiety.

#7. Swinging

Go swing your cares away with your children.

Swinging is good for your physical health at any age. It can condition joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The activity is good for pelvic muscles and helps with balance. ... Swinging is good for your mental health.

#8. Paddle and Canoe

Everyone loves to paddle or canoe into a beautiful sunset

Celebrate 4th of July and all the things RED, WHITE AND BLUE!

on a warm summer’s eve. Record your child’s first canoe journey and what they saw along the way, creating a perfect memento that documents their beginnings as a paddler.

#9. Climb a Tree

Tree climbing helps children develop a better connection

with themselves. Climbing trees provides a rich sensory experience for the developing child. Tree climbing helps them learn to think for themselves and to feel confident about their choices they make. Climbing a tree can help develop strong spatial reasoning skills.

#10. Make a Campfire

Besides having the enjoyment and excitement of being

around a campfire. There are so many benefits of children learning to do campfires. They learn a lot of science, they learn basic survival, they learn fire safety, they learn about managing risk, they learn organization skills, they learn to respect fire and they learn how to cook on a fire and about outdoor meal preparation. 24

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Chilling with your Bestie

Nothing Beats a afternoon playing in the sprinklers

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#11. Chilling with your Bestie

Scheduling time for your child time to hang with

their bestie really is best. In fact, research shows that having a best friend during childhood can help strengthen kids’ resilience and build adaptive coping skills. One very strong friendship during childhood can actually set kids up for a lifetime of resilience and coping with stressors.

#12. Fishing

Gone Fishin’ really is a good thing. Fishing leads to

a stronger self-concept and greater independence. Once your kid sees that they can catch a fish, their confidence lifts, and in turn, may translate to increased self-esteem. They will take this confidence to classwork, sports, and friendship development.

#13. Reading Outside – THE BENEFITS ARE

ENDLESS FOR CHILDREN THAT READ. GETTING TO READ AND HEAR THE SOUNDS OF SUMMER IS JUST A BONUS. THE TOP TEN BENEFITS OF READING FOR CHILDREN ARE: 1. Their vocabulary is larger and more extensive. 2. They perform better academically. 3. Their imagination can run wild. 4. Their creativity skills develop. 5. They develop empathy. 6. They gain a deeper understanding of their world. 7. Their concentration levels improve. 8. The parent and child bond improves. 9. Their cognitive development is supported. 10. Their social skills and interaction improve.

The view is always better at the top!

“All the things on our list were a quintessential childhood experience back in the day.”

#14. Rock Climbing

You live in Colorado where the Skies the limit and

everyone needs something that seems a little harder and maybe a little exhilarating to try. Children develop their bodies and motor skills, practicing rock climbing and at an even earlier age can be specially beneficial for their development. It allows them to build strength in their arms, legs and core, and helps with coordinaDecorate River Rock

tion, balance and stability.

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east is Nantucket Island (nicknamed the Little Grey

Some ocean-facing beaches lie between the water and

Lady), located 30 miles out to sea off the coast of Cape

vertical bluffs that jut high above the beach. Marvelous

Cod. Beachgoers have been spending summers on the

ocean vistas are visible from the bluffs, many of them

Faraway Island for centuries.

crowned with waving dune grass and historic lighthouses.

Eighty-two miles of pristine coastline, untouched

There are several beaches around the island: Jetties

dunes, and some of the East Coast’s finest seafood

Beach, Great Point Beach, Madaket Beach, and even

makes you not want to wait a minute longer to pick

a Children’s Beach. A stop Jettie’s Beach is a must

up your iconic Nantucket reds (Breton red sail canvas

so you can hit up Sandbar for frozen margaritas

trousers that are practically the island’s uniform) and

with an ocean view (priorities). The beach bar hosts

head out to sea to dine on the freshest catches of the

indoor and outdoor seating areas, with colorful chairs

day, explore downtown’s pre-Civil War homes, and

planted right in the sand so you can still sunbathe

soak up the sun in one of the oldest whaling towns in

while sipping your drink of choice. It’s the ideal beach

New England. Nantucket has amazing attractions for

day location. Jettie’s Beach is also a easy bike ride

every seaside traveler.

from town or take the NRTA shuttle bus in summer.

This magical island conjures up a kaleidoscope of

The water is calm and warm, perfect for swimming.

perfection. When you arrive The Juice Bar is the first

There are volleyball nets, tennis courts, a skateboard

place vacationers see when driving off the ferry, and

park, and a playground. There are also windsurfing,

embodies everything that Nantucket is: sweet, sticky,

sailboat, and kayak lessons and rentals available.

and delicious. Most nights from June through September

If you happen to visit in mid- August you must expe-

the line wraps around the block, but no line for this deli-

rience the excitement of nine days of regattas, award

cious ice cream is ever too long. Flavors such as Cookie

ceremonies, and parties hosted by Nantucket Yacht

Monster, Blackberry, Green Monster, Crantucket, and

Club and Great Harbor Yacht Club to benefit Nantucket

Dirty Grasshopper are just a few fan favorites.

Community Sailing.

Just a quick bike ride from town is Steps Beach.

Another place not to be missed is Cisco Brewers.

Known by both tourists and locals as one of the island’s

This local hot spot is a Nantucket staple and the per-

best stretches of sand, you’ll get equal parts gentle surf

fect place to spend the afternoon. Beer, cocktails, food

and sweeping views of the Nantucket Sound. See if you

trucks, patio games, live music– what more could you

can count how many steps there are (note: you might

ask for? It’s super group-friends, plus children and dogs

lose count, but the descent is well worth it).

are allowed too!

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During your trip a walk through the Downtown District is as a must.The downtown area of Main Street,

You feel like you are strolling through the 18th century, as long as no S.U.V.’s and Jeeps rumbles past.

Broad Street, and all the tiny cobblestone streets in-be-

While Downtown don’t miss the Atheneum, the Greek

tween boast a ton of cute cafes, boutique shops, and

Revival building that houses Nantucket’s library, where

markets to walk through. For a mix of clothing with

Maria Mitchell worked as the first librarian and, rumor has

stylish home accessories, Milly & Grace is the cutest

it, read every book; and the Quaker Meeting House which

ivy-covered boutique to step into. You will love walking

sits in the heart of the town. Then head over and visit the

through Bodega another chic home store with furniture,

Whaling Museum. Step inside and see historical artifacts

decor, and lot of unique finds to bring back as the per-

and paintings, a restored 19th century tower clock, and a

fect souvenir. And of course, there’s a Polo Ralph Lauren

skeleton of a sperm whale from 1998 that stretches 46 feet.

store lined with white flowers on Main St—just to really

Touring Nantucket’s lighthouses is another terrific

achieve your peak preppiness before leaving the island.

way to see the 14-mile-long island. Three historic light-

As wonderful as the shops are, something quite magi-

houses grace the island’s shores: Sankaty Head light,

cal happened at dusk when most of them closed and the

Brant Point Light, and Great Point Light. The best way to

day visitors departed. The town seems to wobble in time,

see them all in a day is to get a jeep from a local renter

and you experienced a delicious sense of dislocation.

(try Young’s Bike Shop or Nantucket Island Rent a Car).

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“ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN NORTH AMERICA, NANTUCKET ISLAND IS AT ONCE SOPHISTICATED BUT WELCOMING, SECLUDED YET ACCESSIBLE.” No vacation in Nantucket is complete

Is golf your thing? Then try all 18 holes

without a clambake. That’s what memories

at Nantucket’s beautiful public golf course,

are made of at each vacationers hearts

Miacomet Golf Club. You’ll feel the fresh

when they step foot set on the island.

ocean breeze as you move down the course,

There is an abundance of things to do

as (no surprise here) the ocean is located

here on the island, but having a clambake

only a mile away. It’s such a golf lover’s

is better than anything. The Nantucket

delight they just might play twice.

Clambake Co. can provide this classic island

One of the most beautiful places in

experience for you. They can meet you on

North America, Nantucket Island is at once

the beach and will provide everything you

sophisticated but welcoming, secluded

need. All you have to do is come hungry.

yet accessible. Everyone from families to

They also offer traditional New England

couples to solo travelers can enjoy what

Pit Bakes. Their classic menu includes Clams

this New England paradise has to offer. It

on-the-half-shell,

Clambake

unlocks your deepest nostalgia of summer.

Chowder, homemade cornbread, lobsters with

Nantucket was the centerpiece of Herman

drawn butter, mussels in herb butter, corn on

Melville’s

the cob, BBQ chicken and dessert and coffee

Philbrick’s In the Heart of the Sea. This

to top it all off. Wow – what a mouth-watering

comes as no surprise, this Island truly is a

experience! You simply have to try it!

midsummer day’s dream.

Nantucket

Moby

Dick

and

Nathaniel

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OUR TOP SUMMER READS THAT WILL GIVE YOU SERIOUS WANDERLUST

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WHAT IF YOU COULD SPEND THE NEXT THREE MONTHS DOING NOTHING BUT LYING AROUND READING, WITH YOUR FAVORITE COCKTAIL OR A BOWL OF CHERRIES OR A MASSIVE SIGNATURE COOKIE FROM OUR LOCAL SUGAR SISTERS BAKERY — OR ALL THREE — AT YOUR FINGERTIPS? If there were ever a time to distract yourself its now. Books are essential…. No matter what time of the year it is, these three book picks will have you dreaming of all the places you can travel today, tomorrow or years to come. Curling up with a great book is our definition of the perfect me-time, and there is no shortage of great reads out there.

MICROADVENTURE So what’s a microadventure? It’s close to home, cheap, simple, short and 100% guaranteed to refresh your life. A microadventure takes the spirit of a big adventure and squeezes it into a day or even a few hours. This practical guide is filled with ideas

DESTINATION

for microadventures – for you to experience on your own or

Down the Street

with friends and family.

THE BUCKET LIST This invaluable guide to fun, fantastic, and life-affirming activities features an eclectic range of ideas such as self-improvement, sports-related endeavors, natural wonders, cultural experiences, culinary delights, and more. From glassblowing in the Czech Republic to swimming with dolphins in New Zealand.

DESTINATION Anywhere in the World

THE CAT WHO WENT TO PARIS Before Peter Gethers met Norton, the publisher, screenwriter, and author was a confirmed cat-hater. Then everything changed. Peter opened his heart to the Scottish Fold kitten and their adventures to Paris, Fire Island, and in the subways of Manhattan took on the color of legend and mutual love.

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AS THE WEATHER STARTS HEATING UP, WE’RE ALL ABOUT COOLING DOWN. And what’s more refreshing than ice pops filled with your favorite fresh fruit? Don’t get in a rut—here are some options that you can enjoy all summer long. Don’t be afraid to try your own! Simply freeze your favorite fruit juice and chunks of fruit in popsicle molds and enjoy. Here are some of our favorites.

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P E AC H Y K E E N . + Combine simply peach juice

no-bake icebox cake

and sliced peaches TEA TIME: Change it up by using sweet tea and peach juice as your base and some ginger ale for a little fizz or add some lemonade for a tart twist!

S T R AW - B R R -Y. + Puree strawberries with your favorite fruit juice LIME IT UP: Combine pureed strawberries with homemade limeade (water, limes + simple syrup) for a frozen twist on a summer classic.

H 2 0 M E LO N . + Combine watermelon, cucumber and lime HYDRATION STATION: Did you know watermelon and cucumber are two of the most hydrating fruits + veggies? Load it up!

INGREDIENTS + 3 cups heavy cream, cold

+ Cookie crumbles, pre-made

+ 1/2 cup powdered sugar

cake, chocolate candies, crushed

+ 1 tsp. vanilla extract

graham crackers and anything else

+ Chocolate ice cream

you want to layer your cake with

1. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream, sugar and vanilla with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form in the mixture. 2. Start with a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of a springform pan (determine the size by how large or small you want your icebox cake to be). Then top with an even layer of chocolate (or your favorite kind of ice cream). 3. For the next layer, top with an even layer of cookie crumbles, cake crumbles, chocolate candies, crushed graham crackers or anything else you want to layer your cake with. 4. Continue with layers of whipped cream, ice cream and toppings until you have reached the top of your pan. 5. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, top with more cookie crumbles or chocolate sauce, slice and enjoy!

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