Join Lou Dawson, legendary ski mountaineer and the first person to ski all 54 Colorado Fourteeners, on The Local's Show for an inspiring conversation on mountain safety, backcountry adventures, and embracing unpredictable winters in Aspen and beyond. In this episode titled “Safety 1st and Fun 2nd”, Lou shares his lifelong passion for the mountains, from childhood hippie-era harmonica vibes to epic ski descents, reliving memories through his latest book Avalanche Dreams. Amid a historic low-snow, warm winter, discover smart adaptations like seeking higher elevations for reliable snow (Richmond Ridge, Pearl Basin, Castle Peak), low-risk touring spots, and why altitude in Colorado keeps the joy alive. Lou dives deep into backcountry safety essentials: minimizing risks in avalanche terrain, avoiding overconfidence, the value of guides and mentors, proper gear use, weather unpredictability, and lessons from real incidents. Whether you're into ski touring, snowshoeing, climbing Capitol or the Maroon Bells, or just love the Elks' jagged beauty, this episode emphasizes preparation, judgment, and maximizing fun while staying safe. Hosted by Erik Skarvin on Grassroots Community Network at the Red Brick Center for the Arts. Perfect for backcountry enthusiasts, Aspen locals, Colorado skiers, and anyone drawn to mountain life. Subscribe for more local stories, mountain wisdom, and community vibes! Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

The Aspen Chamber Resort Association presents a dynamic morning of insights, panels, and forward-thinking discussions for the Aspen business community. Join local leaders as they dive into the critical challenges shaping Aspen's future: transportation congestion and solutions (including the Entrance to Aspen project reevaluation, RFTA transit updates, and innovative ideas from the Transportation Coalition for the 21st Century), workforce housing strategies (preservation, new development, public-private partnerships, and APHA's deed-restricted system), and the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport modernization (2027 runway closure impacts, terminal redesign, and maintaining connectivity). Hear directly from key figures including city and county officials, RFTA, APHA, airport leadership, and business advocates. Learn what businesses can expect, how these issues affect hiring, retention, visitor access, and economic vitality—and discover opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and preparation ahead of major 2027 transitions. Perfect for Aspen/Snowmass business owners, employers, hospitality professionals, retailers, and anyone invested in the Roaring Fork Valley's workforce, mobility, and long-term success. Stay informed, get ahead, and help shape our community's path forward. Recorded live and presented by GrassRoots Community Network. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

The Basalt Colorado Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 Town of Basalt Town Council Candidate Forum on March 2, 2026, at the Basalt Regional Library. This event is an opportunity for the community to learn more about each candidate running for office in Basalt, and each candidate’s position on key issues. Candidate details can be found on the Town of Basalt's website: https://www.basalt.net/738/2026-Council-Candidates Basalt Town Council candidates: Angela Anderson Benjamin Fierstein Elyse Hottel Greg Shaffran Moderator: Dan Hilson Timeline 0:00 Welcome & Introduction by Chamber President & CEO Kris Mattera 2:19 Candidate Introductions 8:15 Candidate Opening Statements 14:31 Chamber Questions 54:42 Lightning Round Questions - questions previously submitted by the community 1:15:55 Candidate Concluding Statements 1:20:32 Closing Comments and Election Reminders GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Join Brook LeVan on Sustainable Solutions as he interviews Mike Bowman, a fifth-generation Colorado farmer and co-founder of the groundbreaking 25x25 initiative (25x'25 Alliance). Discover how America's farms, ranches, and forests can supply 25% of the nation's energy by 2025 through renewables like wind, solar, advanced biofuels, and biomass—without sacrificing food, feed, or fiber production. In this eye-opening discussion, Mike shares his deep roots in Colorado agriculture, the challenges of water scarcity and intensive monoculture, and visionary paths to rural revitalization: distributed renewable energy, carbon sequestration, sustainable practices, biochar, and policy shifts to support local economies, reduce emissions, and build resilience. Expect insights on balancing energy transition with food security, overcoming barriers like outdated regulations and subsidies, the nexus of food-energy-climate, and why mandates and holistic approaches are key to a sustainable future. Perfect for viewers interested in renewable energy from agriculture, sustainable farming, rural economic development, carbon sequestration, biofuels, wind and solar on farms, climate solutions, and regenerative agriculture. Learn more about the 25x25 vision at 25x25.org. Subscribe to GrassRoots Community Network for more Sustainable Solutions episodes! Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots programming is made possible by the producers' creativity itself, direct contributions from viewers, members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Kat Buesch is a certified mental health counselor with Mind Springs Health, and who is part of the Pitkin Area Co-Responder Team. An important and informative program about a collaborative community program between law enforcement and mental health professionals. The co-responder team jointly responds to calls where substance abuse and/or mental health challenges may exist in the community and other at-risk populations. - To de-criminalize mental illness by reducing incarcerations of low-level offenders with mental illness. - To de-stigmatize mental illness, making it easier for people to seek and receive treatment and encouraging positive conversations around mental wellness. - To decrease emergency room visits for mental health care. - To reduce repeat police calls for individuals in need of community-based services and mental health support. Know Aspen. Watch GrassRoots. GrassRoots TV programming is entirely funded by direct contributions from members of the Roaring Fork Valley community, and through grants from the Pitkin County Healthy Community Fund, The Town of Snowmass Village, the City of Aspen Community Non-Profit Grant Program, and The Aspen Thrift Shop. Founded by citizens of Aspen, Colorado in 1972, GrassRoots TV is the first and oldest community operated and programmed open-source media center and television station in the United States. Virtually all of the programming is created by local residents, occasionally with world renown guests. In partnership with the American Archive of Public Media and the Library of Congress, GrassRoots is currently cataloguing, restoring and digitally archiving 700 of the most at-risk original video programs out of its 45,000 title Community Video Archive. Help sustain this community treasure by donating now! Go to: https://bit.ly/GRTVContribute Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, HIT LIKE and leave a COMMENT to let us know if you enjoyed this video, it is important to us and the community for you to become part of the conversation. Thanks for tuning in! Download the GrassRoots Community Network iOS and Android apps Subscribe for more videos: https://bit.ly/2Ycpi4P Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootsCommunityNetwork/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grassrootstv Web: http://www.grassrootstv.org/

Discover the inspiring journey of with Eaden & Deva Shantay, founders of True Nature Healing Arts, Carbondale, Colorado—a sacred sanctuary for yoga, meditation, retreats, spa treatments, organic café, and conscious living in the Roaring Fork Valley. In this heartfelt episode of Aspen Talks Health, Dr. Nicola sits down with Eaden and Deva to explore how they followed their hearts, listened to intuition, and built a magical space dedicated to community service, healing, and spiritual growth. From humble beginnings in a 500 sq ft yoga studio to creating a subterranean Kiva ceremonial space, a Peace Garden labyrinth, and a thriving center for workshops, energy work, intuitive healing, Dharma teachings, and more. Learn powerful insights on: Aligning with your personal Dharma and situational awareness Tools for daily consciousness (meditation, journaling, doorknob reminders) Distinguishing intuition from fear Karma Yoga principles from the Bhagavad Gita—making choices in service without attachment to outcomes Finding purpose through joy, passion, and simple "yes" or "no" discernment Embracing redirection over regret on the spiritual path Whether you're seeking spiritual awakening, holistic wellness, yoga retreats in Colorado, or inspiration to live authentically and serve others, this conversation offers practical guidance to follow your heart and create a life of meaning. Visit True Nature Healing Arts: https://www.truenaturehealingarts.com Located in Carbondale, CO – Yoga, Spa, Retreats, Events & More Or email: eaden@truenaturehealingarts.com deva@truenaturehealingarts.com Subscribe to GrassRoots Community Network for more Aspen Talks Health episodes on holistic health, alternative healing, consciousness, and community inspiration!