Pool Renovation Update & Reopening Timeline

We’re excited to share great news about the pool area renovation! At this time, we anticipate that all bodies of water will reopen during the week of May 18. In the days leading up to reopening, you may notice water being added to the pools—this is part of the required curing process for the new plaster, which must remain undisturbed for a set period.

Our new pool patio furniture has unfortunately been delayed due to manufacturing issues. In the meantime, we may temporarily place the existing furniture back out until the new pieces arrive.

Additionally, due to school schedules and staffing availability, the recreation pool may open on a limited “swim at your own risk” basis before lifeguards are regularly on duty. We will provide more details on this as we get closer to opening.

Thank you for your patience and understanding—we look forward to welcoming everyone back to the pool soon!

Last Sunday, the Ranch House hosted an Easter celebration filled with face painting, crafts, and egg-cellent fun. Thank you to everyone who hopped by to join the festivities!

Courts 2, 3, and 4 Now Open!

Great news! Thanks to the hard work of the RVR maintenance crew, and some unseasonably warm, dry weather, more courts are ready for play! 

Construction is still ongoing in the pool area. For your safety, be sure to stay within the coned and flagged pathway when accessing the courts.

Reminder: Tennis courts can be reserved up to 5 days in advance (for homeowners). Click here to book your court.

With all ditches now flowing, our crews have been actively pressurizing mainlines and completing seasonal start-up maintenance.

Irrigation is now available throughout most of RVR. We are still working through the systems in the Settlement and Old Town, and will provide updates as those areas come online. If you do not live in Settlement or Old Town, irrigation is available.

Thank you for your patience as we complete the remaining start-up work.

Saturday, April 18 | 5-6:30 p.m.

Monday, April 20 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

This week's picture of Fisher Creek, with Sunlight Mountain in the background, submitted by Wolf Gensch.

Do you have a picture you'd like to share? We would love to feature it in one of our upcoming newsletters! 

Please email your submissions to Sarah Gager at sarah.gager@rvrma.org.

Most human-bear conflict in Colorado comes down to human behavior and, specifically, how well people are securing their trash. This is why we need to be extra vigilant in securing our trash. 

Per RVR Guidelines and Town of Carbondale (ordinance policy here) cans must remain inside until 6 a.m. and be brought back in by 8 p.m. on trash day unless the trash is in a bear-proof can in which case it can be put out the night before.

For resources and materials about living with black bears click here.

The deer fencing removal deadline has been extended to Friday, May 15. You may remove fencing at any time but must have it down and properly stored by the deadline.

To view the Design Review Guidelines on deer fencing click here.

A kind reminder to RVR residents who are storing their deer fencing for the summer season: please make sure it’s stored out of sight from the street and from your neighbors. Whether that means storing the fencing in your basement, attic, crawl space, or offsite away from RVR, please find a place for the deer fencing that has no visual impact on the RVR community.

The Town of Carbondale is implementing a town-wide water meter upgrade project to modernize the utility system and improve accuracy, efficiency, and customer service.

All existing water meters will be replaced with upgraded meters that support Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI). These smart meters securely transmit water usage data directly to the Town’s utility system, eliminating the need for drive-by meter readings and providing more reliable information for both customers and utility operations. The Town’s goal is to replace all water meters within the next three years.

There is no cost to customers who participate in the AMI system.

Should a plumbing leak ever occur within your home, this service can help you detect it early before it becomes a larger problem.

Click here for more information.

Swim lesson season is back! 2026 swim lessons are now available for booking, offering a great opportunity for swimmers of all skill levels to build confidence and improve their technique.

To schedule lessons, please contact the instructors directly. For instructor information, lesson options, and additional details, visit the RVRMA Aquatics page here.

Saturday, May 16

The Ride for the Pass is back, and we’d love to see even more RVR riders join in this year! This scenic ride supports the Independence Pass Foundation, with a $45 entry fee going toward their important work preserving the Pass. Feel free to share with other RVR cyclists who might want to ride along, and yes, e-bikes are welcome!

RVR Residents, Bruce Warren (left) and Hugh Sontag (right) cross the finish line at last year's event.

Mondays-Thursdays | 1:00-4:30 p.m.

Ages 6-8                                   Ages 9-13
June 8-11                                  June 15-18
July 13-16 *                              July 20-23 *
August 3-6 *                             August 10-13 *

* Camp dates are currently full, waitlist positions are available

RVR Resident: $85/day
Non-resident: $110/day

Click the link below to register, or see the daily schedule. Tennis racquets are provided. 

Golf Course Closed to Pedestrian Traffic

Stop by the Homestead Golf Restaurant and enjoy great food, a friendly atmosphere, and beautiful views right here in RVR. With new spring hours, it’s a perfect spot to meet friends, relax, and support a local gem.

Click here to view their menu.

The Town of Carbondale is using new, advanced wildfire modeling to better understand how wildfire could spread through our community and how to reduce risk. To make the modeling as accurate as possible, residents are asked to complete a quick, voluntary home survey. The information will only be used for wildfire planning (not inspections or enforcement), and participants can be entered to win local prizes. Click here to take the survey.

Click here to read the latest press release from the Town of Carbondale on the topic.

Click here to view the Town of Carbondale meeting calendar.

Click here for Town of Carbondale election results.

Spring Clean Up on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Read the list of accepted items here. 

970.963.6300  •  www.rvrma.org