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FOR RESIDENTS BY RESIDENTS

WINTER 2020

Windsor natives building off their roots

CONTENTS The quarterly Crossroads magazine serves the people, businesses, and events that takes place along Crossroads Blvd. in Weld and Larimar counties.

Studio West Dance Center

For story and photo submisssions please email nococrmagazine@gmail.com

RB Designs

RainDance Local Festivals Starting local traditions helps residents enjoy 2020. pg 6

NoCo Strong Windsor Area Chamber of Commerce speaks about the state of Windsor homeowners. pg 10

Travel Review Crested Butte Wildflower Festival does not disappoint. pg 24

Interior designer Rodney Briggs speaks about designing for Colorado homeowners

Cover Photo: Juma Homes owners Justin and Marissa Donahoo on site at the new Pelican Shores build site in Windsor. Photo by Krystal Lind

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Ridekick

Face Love

12 Cover Story Pelican Shores

16 Benchmark Medical Group

21 Redzone Windsor’s newest gym

Meet Scott Morris

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Studio West Dance Center

Dance Skills Photography by Krystal Lind

Jennifer Knotsman, owner of Studio West Dance Center, came to Colorado from Kansas in 1990. Jennifer and husband Tom moved to Fort Collins because they loved the cultural diversity of the college town life. There was an abundance of job opportunities for them as they were looking to settle down and start a family. Fort Collins provided more access to the arts with the Lincoln Center and its proximity to Denver. Jennifer graduated college with a major in apparel and textile marketing with a minor in dance. Majoring in dance was not as common at that time. Her first job in Northern Colorado was for J. Pitner Clothing Co, working for a small private business gave her hands on experience in all aspects of running a business which she utilizes to this day. During her decade there, she worked until after having her third child did not return. Concurrently, she also continued to explore her passion for dance. Her husband, a civil engineer, was hired to design a parking lot for Larry Neal of Seven Oaks Academy who happened to need a director to run his dance program. This provided her with the opportunity to educate and design a program that was truly hers. As time moved on her program grew, Larry sold the business, and thus in 2006 Studio West Dance Center LLC was born. The name Studio West Dance Center came from Jennifer’s obsession with West Side Story. The studio is currently located at 216 W. Horsetooth Rd., Fort Collins. This is her second location upon opening in 2006. The economy was recovering from the Great Recession and she was able to obtain 7,000 square feet in the budget she needed. This year celebrates her 15th season as Studio West Dance Center. As a youth, Jennifer was a competitive dancer and she always knew she would have a competitive team as part of her studio. This additional space afforded her the opportunity to do this as well as enlarge her ballet program, which is a critical component to her program’s success. Her competition team is called Ensemble which means a “group” who performs together. She felt very strongly about this as she wanted it to sound inclusive and not exclusive. Children can start competing at the age of 4. CROSSROADS MAGA ZINE - 4

SWDC Dancer Rex Harrison.

SWDC Dancer Piper Northburg

are Life Skills Knotsman was one of the original “Tremaine kids.” Joe Tremaine is credited with the creation of the competitive dance world as it is today, where children go to conventions to learn from travelling professional dancers, and then compete on a state or national level at those conventions. The creation of the show “So You Think You Can Dance” brought a new life to the dance world, but also changed it significantly. Suddenly, big choreographers and dancers who were normally behind the scenes and only infamous to dance alumni, were now big celebrities that kids were discovering at a younger age. The show was a gift to the dance world but also sensationalized contemporary dancing - a fairly new genre combining elements of ballet, lyrical and jazz - and forced studios to evolve and incorporate it into their instruction where it really hadn’t been before. But it also put dancers inside America’s living room and little kids started dreaming about being on the show. The job title “dancer” became a more legitimate career path, so much so that colleges began evolving and creating more opportunity for careers.

You can learn all about Studio West Dance Center by going to swdcfc.com

SWDC Dancer Harper Potts.

Jennifer’s motto is “Dance skills are life skills.” She believes whether you dance once a week or it’s your career, that dance class will build confidence, teach multitasking, commitment, teamwork and keep you healthy. These are life skills that you will use almost daily as a successful adult. She says, “Learning these life skills as a child is a great gift.” As the studio owner, she still teaches classes. She wants to be handson with the kids so they can learn by example. She models the behavior she expects from the kids and because of that she has had very few issues with their behavior at the studio. She strives to teach the kids that being a good person is more important than winning and often speaks to them about how to win humbly and lose graciously. She operates with the humbling knowledge that she is preparing them for what happens after they turn 18, and takes great pride in knowing that at least one child from all of her graduating classes has used dance in some way as an adult. Knotsman concludes by saying, ”Having my own kids dance really did shape my philosophies, from the perspective that everyone is equal, earns their own way, and hardworking prevails to keeping my dancers challenged and exposed to all aspects of the dance world. Natural talent only gets you so far, beyond that, it’s work ethic that makes you successful.”

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Local Festivities Help Windsor Residents Navigate 2020 The RainDance master-planned community of Windsor introduced its newest amenity in the middle of September when it opened up its very first corn maze. Located east of Ted’s Sweetwater Grill and Trout Pond, 2191 Covered Bridge Pkwy., the nearly three-acre corn maze was free to the public and open seven days a week. The self-guided corn maze was created by Mazeplay Incorporated out of Idaho and was designed in the shape of the RainDance community’s rain cloud logo. According to Dylan Wooldridge, the former agricultural resources manager for The Water Valley Company, there are several ways Mazeplay can create the corn maze. “They created the design based upon the logo that we sent them,” said Wooldridge. “Mazeplay measured the dimensions of the field using drone footage. These dimension were put into some software that had the maze design to determine the size. “In the field the tractor and rototiller were operated with a GPS that helped dictate where the paths needed to be plowed to create the design. The company can also come out and plant an empty field into the design so the corn grows with the maze already designed in it.” The creation of the corn maze allowed The Water Valley Company’s Director of Recreation and Adventure Mandy Oberholzer to create a haunted corn maze over the Halloween holiday. It was a much needed outdoor event for people to enjoy and it allowed the Windsor High School drama club to flex their creative muscles.

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As the weather cooled off and the corn maze came down, the next RainDance event was in the works. In November, neighbors watched as the landscape was dotted with activities to keep kids busy and parents happy. Inflatable slides resembling tall mountains and a jumpy snowman allowed kids (and adults) to burn off the energy from the hot chocolate station without driving their parents crazy. A custom giant snow globe was made by Austin Lind and his team at Spark Products. It gave parents a wonderful backdrop for holiday photos.

Ice skating on the real ice rink outside Ted’s.

Kids inside the custom snow globe.

Santa speaking to kids in a 2020 socially distanced way. Kids enjoying visiting the reindeer.

The newest addition to the festivities is the ice skating rink outside of Ted’s Sweetwater Grill and Trout Pond. At first Colorado weather disallowed actual ice, so a few weeks of skating were done on synthetic ice. Now, kids can skate on a real ice skating rink, a covid-friendly activity that parents are very grateful for. This event was not free, however, Raindance residents all recieved 10 free tickets to the event as a benefit for living in the community. In addition to the activities that are up for the entirety of the event, there were also some special events set up to make Christmas a little more special. The fire department brought in their old fashioned firetruck where Santa perched on top and was able to take photos with the kids. Even Slapshot, the Colorado Eagles mascot, made an appearance along with Santa. There

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were even some friendly reindeer as well. “We had such a fun, exciting, and amazing 1st Annual RainDance Winterfest! Thank you all who attended and enjoyed Santa and his reindeer and experienced all the inflatable

attractions: World’s Largest Snowman, Snowzilla Sr (everyone’s favorite), World’s Largest Rocking Horse, Everest Climb and Slide, Curling, and the SnowGlobe. We had over 5,000

people attend! Wow! Thank you to Martin Lind for making this happen, especially in a time

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when our communities needed some cheer over the Holidays. It was wonderful and rewarding

to see the amount of joy that my team and I witnessed at Winterfest. Please stay tuned for our 2nd Annual RainDance Winterfest.“ Mandy Oberholzer, Pelican Lakes Executive Director of Adventure and Recreation

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Allow us to introduce you to Rodney Briggs

Rodney has owned an interior design studio, RB Design (1155 Harper Lake Drive Louisville, CO), for the past four years and has clients all over Colorado. I grew up in Boulder, went to school in Greeley, lived in Aspen and trained at the Ralph Lauren Home Collection. I’ve always been interested in interior design and home furnishings. I managed a high-end home store in Aspen in the 1980’s before moving back to the Front Range to be the third person in the world to be hired for the Ralph Lauren Home Collection. I was employed by Ralph Lauren for 31 years before striking out on my own in 2016. I love to see a project come together and be able to match a look with the customer. It gives me a great deal of satisfaction to make a customer happy. I would say my clients have a high taste level and know what their likes and dislikes are. I love to be able to design everything from modern to traditional styles and enjoy getting to know the customer and determine their individual needs. I always begin a process with a new customer by determining what their needs are and usually go through many images to match a design with them. I can typically design from all sorts of budgets from the first-time homeowner to a very high end. It is all about customer service.

Samples of Briggs’ design work from different homes in the Colorado area. CROSSROADS MAGAZINE - 8 CROSSROADS MAGA ZINE - 8

Samples of Brigg’s design work from different homes in the Colorado area.

People should consult an interior designer when starting a new project to directly help with making all selections ranging from paint colors, furniture, window treatment, etc. I can assist in orchestrating everything from relationships with movers, painters, contractors, drapery, and furniture workrooms. I am constantly making myself aware of new styles of fabrics, furniture, and floor coverings. I do this with frequent visits to see all the showrooms at the Denver Design Center. While I am based in the Boulder area, and most of my customer base may be in Cherry Hills and Cherry Creek, I visit Northern Colorado almost weekly to ser vice customers. I love Northern Colorado. I love the small-town feel and the hospitality that Northern Colorado offers. I h ave h a d m a n y a m a z i n g p r o j e c t s t h r o u g h o u t t h e y e a r s, including one at a private ranch club in Meeker where I designed the main lodge, the founder’s cabin, as well as worked with many members of other ranch homes. I am excited for the future. I love to be able to work from the ground up and really personalize a homeowner’s environment.

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#WINDSORSTRONG agencies will remain a concerted effort in working for Windsor’s greater future. Keeping the safety and continued operations of Windsor top of mind, the Windsor Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to effectively survive the now, and the future. Initiatives to achieve and maintain a strong Windsor, safe and open for business include: CrossCountry Mortgage

Great Communities Are Intentional! Great communities are the outcome of strategic vision, focus, effort and collaboration—in both times of successes, and of struggles. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only brought an unprecedented crisis to our nation but has disrupted and devastated the local businesses and communities of Northern Colorado.

If It Wasn’t for Business, Community Wouldn’t Exist The Windsor community thrives because of the area businesses that support it. The chamber represents small and large business, local government, public education, expanding healthcare and growing communities—to strengthen the economy and improve our quality of life. Our membership is filled with the doers—doing what they do best for the greater good; during 2020, our membership and ambassador base grew—not shrank—in fervent response and support of local commerce.

Holding steadfast to our credo of growing business, building community and improving business climate—we are committed to helping as many businesses, families and industries as possible endure the financial hardships caused by the pandemic. Additionally, following suit to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Windsor Area Chamber is assembling all its resources to mobilize the business community to combat the pandemic and return people to work—to remain working—in a safe, successful and sustainable way. Without the community nurturing and maintaining our businesses, the businesses cannot nurture and maintain the community.

• Increased ambassador presence; more liaisons between businesses and the chamber • New and strengthened relationships across multiple agencies, organizations – building stronger network of support • Growing number of leads and networking group opportunities (including virtual) • Multiple marketing and advertising opportunities – including developing new marketing and advertising materials for businesses • Adjusting to state guidelines as necessary • Campaigns (ShopLocal, Discover Windsor – Safe and Open, SupportSmallBusiness, Shop SmallWithUs, WinWithWindsor)

• Socially responsible events • Partnering with other chambers • NoCo Recovers nocorecovers.com

Win With Windsor The labors of what started as a small 1800’s farming settlement have turned into a thriving, desirable community—continuing to grow into the beating heart of Northern Colorado. Already adapting and prevailing through many decades of uncertainty and change, continuing to band together during a pandemic of modern proportions—and coming out on the other end—is what makes us #WindsorStrong. Cast the vision for our future; together we take our next steps and help shape and strengthen our communities for generations to come. Contact Executive Director: Michelle Vance at 970-686-7189 or Michelle@windsorchamber.net. Top Photo: American Legion Ribbon Cutting

Together We Are Better and Stronger In addition to businesses and residents coming together—the collaborative efforts of the Windsor Area Chamber of Commerce, Town of Windsor, Windsor Downtown Development Authority, nonprofit organizations, special districts have been a success in keeping Windsor thriving. The strong bonds of these

Designing Beauty Academy WWW.WINDSORCHAMBER.NET

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Ridekick is a wonderful Northern Colorado company using their ingenuity to serve bicycle riders and promote healthy living. Ridekick’s product is an electric powered bike trailer that can power a bike and carry your stuff. According to their website, bike riding has amazing benefits to the health of people and the planet. “Each trip saves carbon emissions. When we ride 50 miles in a couple weeks, that saves the sameamount as a full-grown tree consumes in a year.”

The company’s founder, Mark Wanger, is a retired HP engineer with a heart for world improvement and a touch of humor mixed in. After a crude prototype of Wanger’s was spotted by a neighbor who was also working on a prototype, the partnership between Wagner and John Bidwell was born. “We consider people and our environment our two greatest resources,” their website states. “Therefore, in addition to building a culture that respects our people, we also focus on programs to respect our environment. This includes participating in local sustainability efforts and proactively providing recycling options for Ridekick products.” The Ridekick trailers start at $799 and if anyone is in the market for an electric bike or scooter, this local NoCO business should fit your needs.

Head on over to ridekick.com for more information

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“She wants to be beautiful, wants a flash, a spark, a rare and wonderful spirit that everyone sees. But before all of that, she wants to respect herself. As is. Even the shaky parts. Because even the shaky parts have a shine to them that doesn’t fade. She grows ever stronger in the life she has made. -Author unknown This quote is everything. I run my business everyday with this in mind. So frequently we forget how wildly beautiful we really are. Days go by and we age. Winds change and time flies by. All of this can start to ache. I am so fortunate to have found a profession in which I can help. My name is Lindsay Peterson. I am the owner/operator of Face Love A Wellness Studio and Boutique. (Facelovebeauty. com) The name “Face Love” began as a little joke. I have always told my clients, friends, and family “love your face,” so I thought I would expand on that. I provide a variety of professional skin care treatments, chemical exfoliation, Hydrafacial, massage and energy work. For over a decade my studio has been in the heart of historic downtown Fort Collins. Three years ago, I renamed, remodeled, and rebranded my business and decided to stay put. There is something very special about the downtown area. It has a local charm about it. I am a native to the Fort Collins area. My grandfather built so much of this town with his own two hands. My mother graduated from Fort Collins High school. This place has my heart. This is and will always be my home. I will always want to contribute to the well-being and health of this great community. I began my journey in the salon industry when I was just 19 years old.

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I started out as a salon coordinator and moved my way up to management. I instantly loved watching clients leave the salon with a renewed energy about them. I knew that I wanted to be part of that.

In 2008 I decided to make it permanent. I went to school for skincare as I have always been fascinated with biology. I thought that this would be a great opportunity to combine my love for hospitality and science. I immediately knew I wanted to be in business for myself. I wanted to create a safe space where my clients could let go of the outside world for just a bit. I designed my facials with this in mind. My sessions run two hours long with steam and massage. That may seem excessively long to some folks and I still get questioned frequently about this. “Lindsay, what could you possibly be doing to their skin that whole time?” people would ask. I need that kind of time to get the result that I am looking for. I want both a physical and a spiritual result. Of course, I need my clients to see a positive change in their skin. That is why they are interested in the service to begin with. That is crucial. But I am looking for both that and a reminder of that beauty. The beauty that we forget we have. I am lucky to have this opportunity to better people. If my clients leave me in better spirits than they found me, then I am doing my job. There is nothing more rewarding.

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Pelican Shores – Windsor’s Newest Development There is a plethora of reasons why people move to Windsor. To sing the praises of the area would take all day. From the safety of the town, to the schools, to the prime Northern Colorado location, Windsor is one of the best places in Colorado to live and raise a family. The variety of home builders coming to this Northern Colorado town is endless, so knowing the story behind the builders helps make the process in home buying that much more comfortable. The Juma team on site at Pelican Shores. Introducing Juma Homes, a local family-owned business, and a husband-and-wife dream team. Justin and Marissa Donahoo started off as high school sweethearts and graduated from Windsor High School. Soon after graduating, Justin enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed in Florida where Marissa soon joined. The two were married shortly after and had their first baby a year later. Ten years later, the dynamic duo has four children and a thriving home-building and real estate business in the very town they met and fell in love. Juma Homes, naturally, was named after the husband-and-wife duo. Juma is the abbreviated version of (JU)stin and (MA)rissa. The couple not only combined their lives and names, but they combined their love for the community they grew up in, and it shows through their work. They believe in quality products, high end “standard” finishes, and using local vendors and subs to help get the job done. Many things that come “standard” in Juma’s homes are considered upgrades for other builders. They take pride in building and designing homes they would want to live in, with close attention to things that matter in everyday life. Looking for that perfect medium of style and storage? Well, Justin and Marissa are just the home builders to trust. Their taste in unique home design is unapparelled - they make each client feel like their own interior designer by working with them to design the home they want. From selecting the perfect lot in an upcoming development, to one-on-one design meetings where the client’s dream home becomes a reality, Justin and Marissa really know how to guide their client’s imagination to cost effective and innovative solutions that work for them.

Newport model rendering.

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Catalina model rendering.

After moving back to their hometown, Justin and Marissa noticed that as much as they were happy to be home, they missed their resort-style living in Florida. Thus, began their passion for fusing Florida’s beach lifestyle and Colorado’s mountain living, and it all started with building their first home on a lakefront lot in Windsor’s Water Valley master-planned community. They quickly realized they had quite a knack for home building when they built their first home, so they decided to introduce two other non-traditional developments to the area – The Ridge at Water Valley and The Casitas at Water Valley. Their next venture, The Pelican Shores development in Water Valley, will stand out with the perfect blend of architecture and lifestyle. If your family is anything like the Donahoo family, you will be spending your weekends on the water. You do not have to live in Florida to get that beach tan any longer. A third of the 70 homes at Pelican Shores are lakefront lots. To add to the demand even more, they are the last lakefront lots in Water Valley. Eleven floor plans are designed, ground has been broken, lots have been sold, and the excitement continues to grow for these contemporary beach-style homes. Named after some of Justin and Marissa’s favorite beaches in the world, these homes not only have views of the renowned Pelican Lakes Golf Club, but they boast a luxurious lock-and-leave style of living. Buyers are promised high-quality construction, complete transparency, and trust throughout the building process. Justin and Marissa provide more than innovative designs, they craft enduring relationships in the most important place to be…home. Let this relationship expand into your circle of loved ones in the incredible town where Justin and Marissa Donahoo not only grew up, but, more importantly, where they decided to raise their family. Their homes are filled with love and light - and they want to welcome you to share that with them.

To find out more about Pelican Shores and other Juma homes projects, please visit jmhomescolorado.com

Phase One Lot Availability Site Map

Marissa Donahoo educating fellow Remax realtors at the Juma Homes Ridge model home.

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The Story Behind Benchmark Medical Group Benchmark Medical Group began in 2003 when Sandy Haas and Jason Haas moved to Colorado. They started the company together with no bank loan and have built it into the large successful company it is today. To begin their own practice, their team consisted of only three staff members: Sandy, Jason, and a massage therapist. In 2008, Jason and Sandy bought another unit to add on to the existing building. Three years later they purchased another unit, and that is the building they work out of today. Benchmark started out as CBP Spine Center with chiropractic only. Their practice eventually grew into including physical therapy, weight loss, and expanded into many other wellness services (K-Laser, whole body cryotherapy, body sculpting, skin tightening, fitness classes, weight loss programs, medical I.V. therapies and spot localized cryotherapy). Once the other inclusions were added, the name was changed to Benchmark Medical Group. The name change was inspired by setting goals and reaching benchmarks in their clients’ achievements. It was also created to encompass all the services they offer beyond just the chiropractic.

Meet the Owners of Benchmark Medical Ja s o n Ha a s , D . C . ( Do c t o r o f C h i ro p r a c t i c ) , was born in 1973 in Greeley. He attended the University of Colorado in Boulder with intentions of becoming a musician. That dream ended when he was struck head on by a tool truck. For the next nine months, Jason was in full-time rehab instead of full-time school due to his injuries. He was in CBP (Chiropractic BioPhysics) care for those nine months. During this time, he was inspired to become a chiropractor. He later attended Life University in Atlanta, Georgia, followed by Life Chiropractic West to get his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Jason did his clinical internship in Nevada and research fellowship under the late Don Harrison, Ph.D. in Wyoming. Outside of work, Jason loves to play music (guitar, piano, drums, and sing), gardening, camping, and raising his two kids. Jason is the most authored chiropractor in the state of Colorado.

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Sandra Valdes Haas, D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic), was born in 1970 in Weehawken, New Jersey to parents Jose and Julia Valdes. Jose was born in Cuba and forced to leave his parents behind at the age of 16 and move to the United States. Her mother Julia was raised in an orphanage in Mexico. Sandy’s strength in everything she does is because of her parents. She is inspired to walk through every challenge knowing her parents fought so hard for their own lives. As immigrants to the United States, they worked hard and always supported themselves and their family. Sandy went to Life University in Atlanta to get her Doctor of Chiropractic. Outside of work, Sandy loves running and spending time with her two children.

Here are Sandy and Jason talking about Benchmark’s services in their own words:

Jason Haas doing an intake appointment with a new client.

Sandy Haas going over a bloodwork panel.

Benchmark Medical Group is a fully integrated wellness facility, priding ourselves on remaining constantly inquiry driven, basing our findings upon advanced diagnostics and the latest peer-reviewed research. We strive to complement conventional care with an integrative approach, while continually developing new paradigms. We look at the person, not just the parts, and the wellness journey begins with our full-body advanced diagnostics. We promote healing with a multi-faceted state-of-the-art approach, while nurturing a deep personal connection. We improve health and vitality by restoring the quality of life you deserve and enjoy.

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One size does not fit all when it comes to weight loss and functional nutrition. Our wellness plans are based on each patient’s needs and wants. We have a tailored weight loss protocol that will amplify and refine results based on one’s blood work. We use an Inbody Scale, weekly coaching, personalized GNAT and fitness classes, and add-ons (cryotherapy treatments, injectables, and more) to get the results the patients are looking for in a healthy manner. Read our testimonials on our website (benchmarkmedicalgroup.com) or Facebook page. Catherine Mattivi is Benchmark’s newest certified massage therapist. She moved to Colorado from Maryland in 2002, where she served for our country in the Army. She has a passion for helping people heal. Outside of work, Catherine loves gardening, traveling, cooking, spending time in nature, and visiting farmer’s markets. Her extensive knowledge and talent are truly shown during her 30, 60, and 90 min. massages. To make the massages even better, she offers hot stone therapy, hot towels, trigger point therapy, myofascial scraping, lymphatic drainage, foot & hand massage, Power Plate massage, therapeutic deep tissue, and therapeutic cupping. Catherine is not only one of the best and most requested massage therapists in town, but she also performs other spa treatments such as: non-surgical body sculpting, tri-polar radiofrequency skin tightening, radio frequency skin tightening cryotherapy combo. Catherine Mattivi-Certified Massage Therapist.

Whole Body Cryotherapy: is a hypothermic application designed to reduce musculoskeletal pain and inflammation. Cryotherapy treatments are designed to shock the body into action by increasing blood circulation and boosting the immune and central nervous systems. With so many positive effects to the body, extreme cold therapy has no equal for a patient’s wellness plan. During a whole body cryotherapy session, as temperatures rapidly cool, oxygen is pushed through the body to help reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and recover the muscles. Reported benefits may include cellulite reduction, decrease in muscle soreness, reduced pain and inflammation, increased metabolism and caloric burn, and increased energy and peak athletic performance, just to name a few. This treatment is also offered as a spot treatment. This treatment targets a specific area of the body. CROSSROADS MAGA ZINE - 18

Whole Body Cryotheraphy treatment.

K Laser: Our FDA cleared, 15-watt next generation Class IV K-Laser treatment increases circulation, drawing water, oxygen, and nutrients to the damaged area. This results in reduced inflammation, swelling, muscle spasm, stiffness, and pain. The K-Laser promotes accelerated cell reproduction and growth, immune stimulation, inflammation reduction, muscle relaxation, and improved joint flexibility. The K-Laser can penetrate up to four inches into the epidermis reaching deep subcutaneous tissue to heat. Circulation is increased allowing oxygen and nutrients to reach the area faster and more effectively.

K laser treatment.

IV BAR: IV Nutrition & Detoxification Therapy can improve cellular function with specific nutrients. These nutrients, when given intravenously, can improve the function of target tissues and lead to a reduction in the fundamental cause of several symptoms and disorders. Quality matters to us. We use preservative free, no artificial colors or additives, and have high quality control standards. We offer a wide variety of IV BAR options, including Ozone UVBI therapy. Ozone increases energy so it can work quickly to improve the function of the immune system, and effectively fight bacteria in the body. Ultraviolet (UV) light naturally purifies and kills the microorganisms. UV light treatments do not depress the immune system, allowing it to continue fighting germs and infections. Our second-most popular IV is our Meyers IV. This is a vitamin cocktail that started it all. It has just the right mix of vitamins and minerals for overall wellness. Great for maintenance and keeps our bodies in balance.

Jason Haas doing chiropractic work on a patient.

Lauren Kubla, RN, giving an IV treatment from the IV bar.

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Fitness Training: Sessions are 20-30 minutes. No need to spend hours in the gym. Patients receive an all-body fitness blast in a fraction of the time. No need to train and increase recovery time. The series of key movements have been specifically designed to fire the smallest to the largest muscles groups for maximum benefits using our G-NAT equipment. The integration of the G-NAT systems will activate muscles the patient did not know they had. The body will learn new movements and how to flow naturally and effortlessly through them, improving balance and reaction time. This paired with the state-of-the-art technology of Power Plate makes for the perfect fitness class. The Power Plate increases circulation and blood flow to improve oxygen and carbon monoxide, energy components, and vitality components. The Power Plate can increase core strength and muscle definition, increase blood circulation, improve skin tone, and decrease cortisol levels (stress hormone). It also increases balance and coordination, as well as increasing bone mineral density.

G-NAT workout class in progress.

Pat Frantz, Fitness Instructor.

While the pandemic has been tough on our business, as it has on all small businesses, we have created a very COVID safe environment. We are taking every precaution presented by the state and federal recommendations so you can feel safe in our care. Keep your eyes out for our “Ignite the Light” event coming in February that will highlight Windsor’s local restaurants and the healthy options they provide to our community. The Weld County Food Bank is supporting the event. We encourage you to not forget to care for yourself during this challenging time and we are here to help you.

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The Colorful Scott Morris!

Star Wars day with Patrick Kind.

Jen, Brady, Maddie and Scott Morris.

Ready for 80s night at the BEC.

Meet the incomparable Scott Morris, a colorful middle school teacher and loveable beer hawker at the Budweiser Event Center in Loveland.He has lived in Northern Colorado for 23 years after relocating from Kansas. He is married to Jen Morris and has two collegeaged kids, Maddie and Brady. Morris loves Colorado for its landscape, particularly the mountains. He loves limited humidity and Colorado’s four distinct seasons. He has a wonderful network of people here and considers Colorado home. He says, “Kansas is a great place to be from, but Colorado is the place to be.” Morris has been a teacher for over 10 years at Weber Middle School in Fort Collins. He also coaches golf and wrestling in addition to his teaching duties. But people outside of the school might know him as the colorful and loud beer hawker at the Budweiser Event Center in Loveland, particularly during Colorado Eagles hockey games. About six years ago he moved to a bartender position, and those who remember his hawking days, usually do so affectionately. For example, on Morris’ last day as a beer Hawker, some of his most loyal customers showed up to the game with a photo of Morris printed on their shirts (see photo). Of course, this was all pre-pandemic, and Morris hopes that he can get back to bartending soon. He is a full-time teacher and only works at the Budweiser Event Center for fun and because of the relationships the job has created.

Scott and Jen Morris at Fox Acres.

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“My wife, Jen, is a 1st grade teacher in For t Collins. My daughter, Maddie, is studying to be a teacher at University of Northern Colorado and my son, Brady, plays football at Black Hills State,” says Morris speaking about his family.

Holiday spirit at Webber Middle School.

Morris at Tour de Fat.

Morris and Colorado Eagles employee Ben Peal at 80s night at the Budweiser Event Center.

Morris’ loves teaching math and has an incredibly positive attitude about all the changes surrounding the pandemic accommodations. He is extremely happy and grateful to be able to continue teaching his students, even if it was in a limited capacity. He speaks fondly of his students and about how rewarding it has been to “see his students practicing his math in real life applications.” Morris has 300 neck ties and is immensely proud of his attention-grabbing attire, which entertains his students and makes the people in his life smile. He brings humor to his classroom and people feel that within minutes of speaking with him. On any given day, Morris will be found either playing softball or golf. Softball has been systemically shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, but thankfully, golf is still an option. In a non-pandemic year Morris coaches the Rocky Mountain High School boys’ golf team in the fall and boys’ middle school golf in the spring at Weber. At the time of this interview, he was still being allowed to hold try-outs, so he was hopeful coaching was still moving forward. His love for golf is apparent in his daily routines. Not only does he coach children in the sport he loves, but he is part of a friend group that golfs at different courses regularly throughout the year.

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Screen shot taken from Dion Dolva’s, with Front Range Media, video.

Morris says their group rotates mostly between Southridge Golf Course in Fort Collins, Mad Russian Golf Course in Milliken, and Pelican Lakes Golf Club in Windsor. Morris absolutely loves Pelican Lakes and says it is so beautiful. Since he lives in Fort Collins, he does not make it to Pelican Lakes as often as he would like but enjoys it every time. The photo highlighted for this article was taken at Pelican Lakes on one of those friend outings. The shot was taken around 7 p.m. on July 20, 2020. One of Morris’ golfing buddies is Dion Dolva with Front Range Media, who happened to be taking a video when off in the distance a storm was rolling in. Behind Morris, a large lightening bolt struck while he was about to tee-off. Dolva was able to screen grab this incredible shot from his video and the rest is history. Morris is grateful he has been able to continue playing golf as the rest of his beloved events and sports have been shut down. It has given him something to keep him active during this crazy pandemic.

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Crested Butte Wildflower Festival Travel Review Words and Photography by Krystal Lind / Crossroads Magazine Publisher

If you have wanderlust like many Coloradoans do, you have been getting antsy with how difficult it has been to travel lately. One of the things I did to assuage the need to travel was explore more around our beautiful state. In my opinion, one of the best kept secrets of Colorado is the remarkable little town of Crested Butte. According to the city’s website, “The Town of Crested Butte, fondly referred to as ‘The Gateway to the Elk Mountains’, sits at an elevation of 8,885 feet and is located 28 miles north of the City of Gunnison in the County of Gunnison.” This isolated mountain town is intoxicating in any season, from the ski slopes in the winter to the aspens changing color in the fall, but my favorite time to go is in July during their Wildflower Festival. Crested Butte’s location is unique for Colorado. It is surrounded on three sides by mountains which creates a microclimate for the town. Because of this phenomenon the water content is higher in the area and the wildflowers explode with color all over the mountainsides in July. It is literally Colorado in technicolor, and I go every year.

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Krystal Lind and her kids Quinn and Brooks at Meridian Lake, Crested Butte.

Here are some tips and tricks to help you explore the town that I have fallen in love with over the last few years. One of the best pieces of advice I can give is to start planning your trip to CB about six months in advance. July is one of the busiest times to visit and the town is extremely small and limited when it comes to accommodations. The prices can almost double a couple months before July and the good lodgings book quickly. If you are heading to the area on a budget, you can easily stay in Gunnison for a much more reasonable price and drive into CB. It is about a 30-minute drive. But if you can swing it, it is a magical experience to stay in Crested Butte. When booking accommodations there are a few important things to keep in mind. The first is the town is separated into two parts - Crested Butte and Mount Crested Butte. They are about a 10-minute drive from each other. Crested Butte proper is where you will find the main street where most of the restaurants, bars, festival activities are located. Mount Crested Butte is where you can find the hotels and access to the ski mountains. It is a lovely place to stay in the summer, as well, because the sides of the mountains are where you will find yourself surrounded by wildflowers. I should also mention that it is usually cheaper to stay in the hotels on the mountain rather than grabbing a place to stay in downtown. CRO SSROA DS MAGA Z I N E - 25

There are no hotels downtown, only small boutique condos, bed and breakfast spots, and vacation rentals which is the reason for the price hike. The only issue with not staying downtown is the parking situation when you do come into town. Downtown CB is small, and parking was difficult, even this summer with the decreased number of travelers. It is a stressor that can be eliminated by staying downtown and walking to shops and restaurants. I have stayed in both areas and I can say without hesitation that if you enjoy shopping and eating out, stay in town. If you prefer to avoid those things and want a pool, stay on Mount Crested Butte. Many of the hotels on the mountain have free shuttles that will take you into town to avoid having to park. You will have to adhere to their bus schedule and when I was there in July 2020, the busing system had been shut down due to COVID-19. I am sure this will not be permanent, but it is a question worth asking when you are booking. For your convenience I have compiled the hotel information from when my friends and I paid a visit last July. There were three groups of friends who all stayed in different places. Two of us had a house downtown, another pair had a condo on the mountain, and the others stayed in a hotel further up the mountain. The Downtown House: Two master suites, steam shower (three bathrooms total), a large yard

and a private hot tub about 1.5 blocks from the shops downtown and plenty of parking. With all the vacation rental fees (there were $181.30 worth of fees and taxes/day) these two ended up paying $556.30/day. This place allowed you to bring dogs and the house had a huge yard for them and their kids. The house was amazing and had so much space to spread out so when we all got together, it was here. The one downside of staying in town is the 10 p.m. curfew which became a problem a couple times when we were outside in the hot tub with our loud and wild children. Other than that, it was ideal, and I would most definitely recommend it.

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Wood Creek Mountain Condo: This condo had one bedroom

Kids in the parking lot of Wood Creek Mountiain Condo.

and one bathroom, a small kitchen which we did use, a hot tub (not private though, it was for the whole complex and we never used it), and two twin futon couches in the living room. With all the vacation rental fees (there were $98.31 worth of fees and taxes/day) these we ended up paying $244.81/day. This would be a great place to stay just by yourself, but it was too cramped for us to share. I would not stay here again because the hotels are just up the road and that would have served our needs better. We were a bit closer to town and had a small kitchen that we would not have had in a hotel.

Elevations Hotel: This room had two queen size beds, one bathroom and a kitchenette

and they paid $150.00/night. One of our friends decided to join us last minute and bring her daughter to capture some senior photos in Crested Butte after hearing me sing the praises of the area. They were able to get a room at this hotel, booking it the night before they left. They slept four girls in one room and had no issues with the accommodations saying it was nice, clean, and spacious. The hotel has a small indoor pool and a few hot tubs, and we all took advantage of it. Our kids loved having that pool as an option and when booking my next trip, that will Kids in the Elevations hotel pool. weigh heavy on my decision of where to book. Having been to the Wildflower Festival many times over the years, I am familiar with the kidfriendly hikes around the area. My children were 5 and 8 years old at the time of this trip, and the ages of the other kids ranged from 5 to 18, plus two dogs. I can say with certainty that every child on this trip had fun. The festival on a normal year has tons of fun activities centered around the wildflowers. There are painting classes, tours, photography classes, bars and restaurants with tasting events, and an outdoor street fair. In 2020, all these were cancelled except the outdoor street fair, which we chose not to attend. It is a fun experience, but you do not need to do these things to appreciate the wildflowers in all their glory. The AllTrails App was perfect for helping us pick our hikes. It also saves them so you can remember which ones you hiked.

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During our four-day stay, we chose these hikes: Crested Butte Upper and Lower lake Trail: This is a 4.6-mile loop trail. Hiking with

young kids is always an adventure, so I recommend starting with the longest hike first, which is what we did. This is an extremely popular trail in the area because it is a moderate trek with good amounts of shade, gorgeous flowers, but it also runs by the Slate River, giving you yet another marvel of nature to enjoy along the way. I cannot recommend this trail more; this is a must-see in CB. And our kids all made it the entire hike with no major issues. It is the quintessential experience of what makes CB so special.

Stunning views on the Upper and Lower Lake Trail.

I have done this hike so many times and every time I do, I see something new. I went back to this trail later during this trip to shoot my friend’s high school senior photos. During the shoot, it started to rain, and by the end of it we were all soaked but so happy with incredible once-in-a-lifetime photos. The Hernandez ladies getting soaked in the rain. CROSSROADS MAGA ZINE - 28

We even came upon a couple deer and watched them eat for a few minutes in the quiet of the trail that is much less trafficked in the evenings. We also were blessed with an incredible sunset and rainbow after the rain had passed.

Photo shoot of Isabella Hernandez on Lower Lake Trail at sunset.

Emerald Lake Trail: This is a 1.7-mile out and back trail. This was the first time I have done

this hike and I always want to explore new places and have new experiences. Here is the kicker with this one, do not miss the turn for the trailhead! Emerald Lake is a bit of a drive out of town. You will lose cell service and, therefore, GPS navigation. Download the directions BEFORE you leave town. We did not do this, and it is an experience I will never forget. The turn for the trailhead happens before the lake. Once you start driving next to the lake, which is a single lane dirt road that has two-way traffic, you really need to be a very experienced and comfortable four-wheeled driver, which I am not. The road is miles above the lake, and the turn that we should have taken would have led us down the mountain to a lovely trailhead and an easy walk around the most beautiful emerald colored lake...but we missed that turn. As you keep driving, there are no guard rails, just a very steep drop off, and only a couple places where two cars can barely pass each other. We were in a caravan of two SUV’s and no experienced 4-wheel drivers in the group. There were seven terrified children waiting not so patiently for their moms to figure this out and get them off the road safely. CRO SSROA DS MAGA Z I N E - 29

Panoramic view of Emerald Lake.

As I came face-to-face with a car, I knew I was in over my head. There was a long line of cars behind and in front of me. We were so incredibly fortunate a good Samaritan local man was able to back my car down the road and around a corner to let the cars go by. It was terrifying, and you better believe I learned a valuable lesson about planning ahead. The payoff was worth it. We ended up on the back side of the lake, where there was also a trail, just not the one we had planned on. This trail went straight down, and I do mean straight down. Do not traverse this trail without shoes that have grip. However, the trail was covered in blankets of wildflowers. Words and photos do not do this experience justice. The lake was such a unique vibrant color and was beautiful all on its own. But to then have it surrounded by miles of colorful flowers was just unlike anything I have ever seen. It was truly remarkable. We spent a couple hours just letting the kids play around the lake and taking photos of the wildflowers. The hike back up to the cars had us all breathing hard! But it was not exceedingly long, and it was well worth it.

Day at Emerald lake.

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Woods Walk Trail: This is a 2.9-mile out and

back walk, with very little elevation gains, and was a great one for the kids. This one had a few teepees that had been placed in the woods and the kids got such a kick out of it. This trail is mostly in the sun as there is only shade and trees at the start. Do not forget water or sunscreen on this one because you will regret it. We encountered a lot of trail runners and is a good one if you are into trail running. The flowers are always a highlight on any of the trails in CB, but Woods Walk is such a good one. You have a wonderful mixture of the shaded flowers in the trees and the bright sunflowers with the mountains in the background. Another fun fact about Woods Walk is that there are little pieces of shale scattered along the trail. The kids had so much fun hunting for these soft rock-like pieces of shale and it kept them moving forward even when they were slowing down a bit. We all went back a second time, all dressed up, and did family photos in this location and it was the perfect backdrop.

Photo shoot in the wildf lowers.

Woods Walk Trail wildf lowers and teepees.

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The crazy incline at the beginning of Meridian Lake Loop Trail.

Meridian Lake Loop Trail: This is a 2.1-mile loop around Meridian Lake. This was another

new one for me this year and so fun. The beginning of the trail is intense. It is about a half mile straight up. But once you get to the top, you can see the lake on the other side, and it is enormous. This was the last hike we did before we left to drive home, and we knew it would be leisurely and relaxing. There were many people swimming in this lake. It was a bit too chilly for us to swim, but we did get our feet wet and ate lunch by the water. The kids spent time chasing dragon flies and getting some energy out before they were about to be in the car for hours. It was the perfect end to the trip, and we would like to go back to this spot with some rafts and cold drinks to make it more enjoyable.

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I cannot end this article without mentioning some of the food you should not miss while you are in Crested Butte. Niky’s Mini Donuts is a special experience for the kids. We like to get a mixed box and try a bunch of different flavors. Our favorite flavor this time was the smore’s donut. You need to eat at least one while they are fresh and warm. I also should send a shout out to Paradise Cafe, who were able to accept our group of four adults and seven kids, split between two tables, even during COVID-19 restrictions. Our meals were all satisfying. It is a great place to eat when you want a large menu to accommodate a lot of different tastes in food. I would also like to mention Scout’s General Store. I love this place. It is a very eclectic mix of local wares and general store necessities. I was able to get sunscreen, a cute pair of sunglasses and some souvenirs all in one place. This local eccentricity is what you can only find in small towns like Crested Butte. It is worth acknowledging that there is only one grocery store and gas station in town. If you are going to grab groceries and gas, do it in Gunnison The kids in Niky’s Mini Donuts. if you are on a budget. Overall, I cannot begin to describe the magic of this town. The wildflowers in Crested Butte are unmatched as far as I have seen in Colorado. The whole area looks like a watercolor painting and it is not something you will soon forget. The people are wonderfully inviting, and the local flair will have you thinking you are in an episode of Gilmore Girls. Yes, it is expensive to stay and eat but there are budget-friendly options for everyone, and all the hikes are free. If you bring breakfast and pack a lunch, you can have an incredible vacation and come out relatively unscathed. If you are looking for a place to enjoy with your family or just to get out of the craziness of the daily grind, Crested Butte will surely remind you of just how beautiful life is in Colorado.

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According to Greg and Suzannah owners of the new RedZone NoCo located at 500 Main St. in Windsor, it all started four months ago:

Hello Northern Colorado!

Greg and Suzannah here. We want to be first in welcoming you to RedZone NoCo and our fitness journey. With more than 20 years in the fitness industry we believe RedZone NoCo is the answer to where fitness is going. No more big box clubs that seem intimidating and impersonal. Our plan is to build a community centered around service, cleanliness, and individualization. Let’s not forget competition. Our idea of using heart rate monitors with each workout creates a fun competitive environment that fosters encouragement and growth from our coaches. It’s all about fun interaction that leads to progress. Everyone has a different reason to be at RedZone NoCo and we want to help you succeed. So, come in and get ready to start feeling and looking great. Since they opened, Northern Colorado and Windsor have welcomed them with open arms. Not only do they provide an amazing place for adults, they added youth performance classes

that provide an outlet for kids to move and parents an hour of quiet time. The fitness duo said, “We expected to grow and we thought that growth would be slow and steady with a pandemic going on. What we found is we provide a safe place for the body and mind during a

tough time for many. We are blessed to be able to help so many people in northern Colorado. We are so much more than a ‘gym,’ we are a community. Many people currently work from home, they have very little interaction with people outside their current household. Imagine

living alone and not having any interaction. RedZone provides a fix. Not only do people get to sweat a little, or a lot, but they get to interact with other like-minded people. RedZone

NoCo has become a popular place in a short amount of time and we always run into RedZone members when we venture out in our community.” Suzannah and Greg say “it’s the coolest

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What has been added to RedZone NoCo and why?

KidZone: Childcare was added to 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., and 5:45 p.m. classes Monday-Friday. Saturday 8:30 a.m. Greg and Suzannah said they feel it is important to offer parents the ability to work out right now with so many kids being homeschooled.

RedZone Youth Performance programs: RedZone started these programs as a Thanksgiving

and Christmas break program but after growing it to over 80 youths they decided to keep

it as a permanent format. The owners say the program fell into their lap. They had a coach

apply for a job who had a lot of youth coaching experience. They felt there is no better time than now to provide kids a place to workout with sports and school events being canceled.

They want to create healthy habits for our young generations. They have five kids themselves

and that is why they not only offer the program, but offer it for free for families who have a couples adult membership. They want families getting fit together.

At the end of the day a strong mind and body supersedes many illnesses. RedZone welcomes all makes, shapes, and models of people. Programs are designed to allow for progressions and

regressions of movements. It’s all about moving. If you want to build muscle, they do that. If you want to lose weight, they do that. If you want to feel better about yourself they help do that, and in a fun safe atmosphere.

Go give RedZone NoCo a try. Greg and Suzannah are waiting.

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Colorado Eagles Mascot Slapshot hanging with Santa at the RainDance Winterfest-Photo by Krystal Lind. CROSSROADS MAGA ZINE - 36