Sopris Mountain Photo Credit: Tricia Pionzio

RVR Ranch House Renovation updates are shared in each month's board packet.
Click here to view the most recent update in the June 2025 Board Packet

Homeowner Patti Crockett captured this stunning moment in her garden, a Western Tiger Swallowtail butterfly resting delicately on fragrant lilac blossoms. A true sign that summer is in full swing. Thank you, Patti, for sharing this lovely snapshot from your corner of the community!

We would love to feature your photo in an upcoming mailing. If you're interested in having your photo highlighted in the weekly news, please submit images to: jessica.hennessy@rvrma.org.

Is your flip missing its flop? Did your water bottle decide to extend its stay? We’ve got a collection of lonely swimsuits and other summer stragglers at the Ranch House Lost & Found. Swing by and reunite, they’re missing you!

Irrigation water will be temporarily shut off for residents on Heritage Drive, Cedar Creek, and Lakeside Drive starting Monday, June 30, to allow for a mainline repair. Water will be back on by Wednesday, July 2 just in time to keep those summer gardens happy. Thanks for your patience while we make this important fix! 

Ascochyta leaf blight can cause large irregular patches of turf to quickly turn straw-brown in color and appear dead. From a distance, the symptoms resemble drought stress. Our crews have noticed areas on RVR common lands suffering from this blight. We are experimenting with techniques to better control the issue. If your lawn is suffering from these symptoms despite receiving adequate water, you can click here for detailed information on Ascochyta Leaf Blight.

Don't forget to vote!

We’re currently in the midst of this summer’s RVRMA Board of Directors election, an important opportunity for our community to participate in selecting the leaders who will help guide RVR forward.

Ballots were emailed to all homeowners on Friday, June 13, and must be submitted by Monday, July 7. Election results will be published on Tuesday, July 8.

If you have questions about the election process or need assistance with your ballot, please contact General Manager Ashley Lynch at ashley.lynch@rvrma.org.

Thank you for participating and helping shape the future of RVR!

Candidates:

Click here to read the Statements of Interest from each candidate.

Board of Directors Election Timeline 2025

Click here to view the Town of Carbondale meeting calendar.

Click here to register for July 4th for adults (ages 13+).

Click here to register for July 4th for children (ages 3-12).

To register guests, please call the front desk at 970.963.6300

Please plan accordingly for the following operational adjustments the day of the July 4 Party:

The Ranch House will be CLOSED 1- 4 p.m. on Friday, July 4 to set up and prepare for the party. Doors will open again at 4 p.m. to those registered for the event.

The slide will be closed, and no lifeguards present the morning of July 4. The snack bar will be available 11-1 p.m. and during the event. The slide will open, and lifeguards present during the party and will close at 7 p.m.

We’ve recently seen some graffiti pop up around the neighborhood mostly on sidewalks and a few signs. It may be the result of some mischief, possibly by local kids, but we’re taking it seriously and have reported it to the Carbondale Police Department, who are investigating.

If you notice anything out of the ordinary or have information that might help, please feel free to contact the Carbondale PD at (970) 963-2662. Thanks for helping us look out for one another!

To help control invasive weeds identified by Garfield County, RVRMA will be spot spraying select noxious weeds on vacant lots this summer. This annual service helps protect our beautiful natural landscape and keeps us in compliance with county regulations. Spraying is scheduled for July 2 or 3, weather permitting. Visit the Landscape page of our website to learn more.

This service applies only to vacant lots, and if you opt out, please be sure your lot is weed-free to help prevent spread to neighboring properties.

Learn more about noxious weed regulations at the Garfield County website.

Click here to register for Parent & Tot Swim Class.

Due Date Friday, Aug. 1

This is a friendly reminder regarding the second installment of the special assessment, which is due on Friday, Aug. 1, for $2,750. If you have already paid the full $5,500 assessment, no further action is required.

If you are currently enrolled in auto-pay and signed the authorization form last year, your payment will be processed automatically on Friday, Aug. 1. Please note that the date has been updated from July 10.

For those currently on autopay who still need to sign the authorization form to have your special assessment charged to your bank account on August 1, please complete the form at your earliest convenience by visiting: https://rvr.formstack.com/forms/special

If you prefer to pay by mail, please send a check payable to RVRMA to the following address:
444 River Valley Ranch Dr, Carbondale, CO 81623.

The RVR Farmer's table has returned! RVR residents can now find the Farmer's Table set up at the Ranch House. Members are welcome to share excess veggies or flowers from your garden with the community.

Residents are also welcome to take home any of the veggies on the table. Stay Healthy! 

With summer fast approaching and with more members bringing guests to enjoy the pool and hang out at the Ranch House, we kindly ask that you please keep these important rules in mind when checking in your visitors:

Guests visiting the Ranch House must be accompanied by a member. Members must check their guests in at the Front Desk upon entry, fill out appropriate paperwork and pay the applicable guest fee(s), which are charged to the member's account. Members are liable for their guest(s) and any charges they incur.

If you are unable to accompany your guest be sure to give the front desk a call for each day they will be visiting the Ranch House at 970.963.6300.

Members are responsible for the conduct and safety of minor-aged guests who are at the Ranch House, even if the child is old enough to use the facility without adult supervision (12 years old).

Each membership may check in up to 8 guests per day.

The daily guest fee is $9.00 for adults and $7.00 for children. Read more about the guest policy in the Rules and Regulations document by clicking here (pg.4).

Important Reminder: Children must be at least 12 years old to be at the Ranch House without an adult.

Children 11 years old and under must be accompanied by a caregiver who is at least 15 years old, and should not access the pool, hot tub, locker rooms, or upstairs without proper supervision.

These guidelines are in place to help ensure everyone's safety and a positive experience for all members and guests.

Kids' Summer Tennis Camps are now available to book! 

Be sure to book ASAP as space is limited.

Click here for more information and to register.

Ages 6-9

Ages 10-14

*Waitlist only for the following (ages 6-9) dates:

July 28, 29 & July 30

Donations inside the Ranch House in the blue tub by the entrance

rvrgolf.com 

Join JoAnn Scott for Water Aerobics on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. in the rec pool.

Please remember to register for this fitness class through your member portal here or by calling the front desk at 970-963-6300.

Strength & Stretch in the Park with Christi Small: A new fitness offering on Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. at Orchard Park in RVR. No need to register or call in. Mornings have been chilly, so dress for the weather. If the weather looks spotty (raining @ 8 a.m.) please call the Ranch House Front Desk to confirm there is class 970-963-6300. Click here to learn more.

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