Sopris Mountain Photo Credit: Tricia Pionzio

Spotted on June 20 from the backyard of a home on Boundary Lane, this curious bear took a break in a cottonwood tree. A beautiful reminder of the wildlife that calls RVR home, and a good reason to stay bear-aware while enjoying the outdoors. Thank you to Jim Ramsey for sharing!

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.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at the Ranch House for a festive Fourth of July celebration! From the great music and dancing to the bounce house fun and poolside lounging, it was a day full of smiles, sunshine, and community spirit. We loved seeing neighbors of all ages enjoying the party.

Here’s to more summer fun at RVR!

The slide at the pool will not be running on Tuesday, July 15 due to low staffing. Thank you for your understanding!

On Tuesday, July 15, the Naughty Knitters, RVR’s own social knitting group, will gather at the new Riverfront Park, just off Crystal Bridge Drive. There are many flat rocks for sitting, or you might want to bring a folding chair. It should be fun to explore something new right here in RVR and enjoy the sound of the Crystal River flowing by!

Thank you to everyone who participated in this summer's Board of Directors Election! 

There were five candidates running for two available director positions.

The totals are as follows:

Laura and John have been elected to three-year terms and will be seated at the July board meeting. Also at July’s meeting, the Board will appoint officers for the coming year.

We want to thank Sam Hartnett, Alexander "Z" Hoffman, and Pat Guerra for their participation in the election process. We sincerely appreciate their willingness to serve and the dedication they brought to the process.

Board of Directors Election Timeline 2025:

We’ve had some feedback that some gym users are not picking up after themselves. Please do your part so that everyone can enjoy the Ranch House gym:

As summer heats up in the Roaring Fork Valley, it's a good time to remember how dry conditions and fire risk go hand in hand in our region. Even small flames, whether for gathering, cooking, or fun, can quickly become dangerous in the wrong setting.

Recently, a campfire was reported on private property above RVR on Holgate Mesa. The property owner has since taken steps to discourage future trespassing.

This is a helpful reminder that fire safety is everyone’s responsibility and so is respecting property boundaries. Please talk with your children and family members about staying safe, staying off private land, and understanding the serious risk that even a small fire can pose.

Remember, Garfield County is currently under stage 1 fire restrictions through September 30, 2025. RVRMA covenants, section 3.11, also prohibits exterior fires within the Common Interest Community (exterior gas units are allowable). 

Thank you for doing your part to help keep RVR safe, peaceful, and fire-aware this season.

If you’re going out of town, but still want to show your garden, you can still participate!

Tourgoers, a few important reminders:

Last week, the Town of Carbondale issued a public service announcement regarding summer water use. We've followed up with a message specific to RVR, clarifying how the Town’s guidance applies to our community.

If you haven’t seen it yet, we encourage you to read the full announcement here: Special Announcement for the RVR Community Regarding Water Usage

Thank you for helping protect our water resources and the Crystal River!

Photo: Matthew Brockman

The Roaring Fork Conservancy recently completed a restoration project at Riverfront Park in Carbondale and is now seeking community feedback. If you’re familiar with the park or use it regularly, they’d love to hear from you!

Please take 5 minutes to complete their short, anonymous survey here:

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 here 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

Strength & Stretch in the Park with Christi Small:
Please note, there will be no class on Wednesday, July 16 or July 23. Classes will resume on July 30. Click here to learn more.

970.963.6300  •  www.rvrma.org