WHAT'S HAPPENING IN STERLING RANCH |
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The following is a message from Developer and Founder of Sterling Ranch, Harold Smethills.
I recently saw that Division of Wildlife is commissioning a study on the integration of wildlife habitat and land use. This is exactly what was designed into Sterling Ranch. From the beginning, our family envisioned Sterling Ranch as the integration of the land with people. By involving people in the protection of the natural habitat, more biodiversity is achieved and a healthier ecosystem results.
Before the first home was built at Sterling Ranch, the development team worked with experts to create a Prairie Management Plan to address the interface of people and wildlife. When we purchased Sterling Ranch, it had been overgrazed for years and was nothing but weeds and dirt. We had the land cultivated and planted and then brought back cattle and implemented rotational grazing. The result is vibrant prairie land that provides both forage and shelter for wildlife and an incredible wildlife habitat for our residents to respect and enjoy.
Cattle grazing is a key part of the strategy of building a robust ecosystem. Fire risk is reduced as excessive grass fuel is eliminated. The cattle’s hooves aerate the land, and their manure fertilizes the land (in the same way buffalo have for hundreds of years). By keeping the grass grazed, we provide protection from predation for burrowing owls and other species.
While cattle play an important part in our land management in the open space and other areas of land, they do not eat thistle or other harmful or invasive species. Because of this, our next goal is to implement diverse species grazing and bring in goats or sheep to browse the brush and devour other harmful plants the cows do not eat. Deer also help in this effort, and we have a robust and growing deer population.
There will be a cattle drive on Sterling Ranch on Sunday, November 21st beginning at 11am. Cattle drives are a tradition of the West; to this day, ranchers move cattle with dogs and horses. Cowboys and cowgirls will move the cattle that will winter on Sterling Ranch, as has been done for generations. In addition to being good stewards of the land, we want to keep the traditions of the West alive — after all, that is one of the things that make Sterling Ranch a special community!
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Join us at the Overlook Clubhouse for a bird's eye view of the cattle drive moving through Providence Gulch. Bring a chair as seating is limited at the Overlook. Prime viewing can be found along the Regional Trail that runs parallel to Providence Gulch.
Cattle Drive Watch Party -
REGISTRATION IS FULL
Sunday, November 21
11:00 AM
Overlook Clubhouse
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As a reminder for your safety, please make sure to keep your family and your pets a safe distance from the cattle drive. Please avoid walking in Providence Gulch and the Xcel easement between 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. |
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Cattle Drive Schedule (This schedule is an estimate of the time for the cattle to pass each area.)
11:00 AM - Cattle Drive starts at Titan and Moore Road - Watch Party starts at Overlook
11:15 AM - Cattle pass by Overlook Clubhouse
11:45 AM - Cattle pass Eagle River (Eagle River will be blocked for cattle to pass by. Please stay off the trail at this crossing)
12:00 PM - Cattle pass Basalt Drive (Basalt Drive will be blocked for cattle to pass by)
12:15 PM - Cattle pass Middle Fork St (Middle Fork will be blocked for cattle to pass by)
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Watch Party Details:
The watch party begins at 11:00 AM. Residents and guests can watch the Cattle Drive from the Overlook Deck, Regional Trail, and spaces around the Overlook. Space is limited. Bring your own chair to watch from the Regional Trail or spaces around the Overlook.
Residents who registered will be able to get BBQ from Woodhill between 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM. Hot dogs for kids who are registered will be available from 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM. All other residents and guests will be able to purchase food from the Turkish Chef food truck.
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Resident Resource Center:
Wednesday 11/24 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday (Thanksgiving) - CLOSED
Friday - CLOSED
Sterling Center Information Desk:
Wednesday 11/24 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday 11/25 (Thanksgiving) - CLOSED
Friday 11/26 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday - Normal Hours
Overlook Clubhouse:
Wednesday 11/24 - 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday 11/25 (Thanksgiving) - CLOSED
Friday 11/26 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday - Normal Hours
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UPCOMING LIFESTYLE EVENTS |
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Walk of Lights
Tuesday, November 30
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Sterling Center
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Consider highlighting products or services, sales or promotions, personal bios, and more. Use images that complement your message, and link your images to supporting resources. |
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Consider highlighting products or services, sales or promotions, personal bios, and more. Use images that complement your message, and link your images to supporting resources. |
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The holiday season is the perfect time to serve others, whether that is through service, monetary donations, or doing something kind for someone else! Check out the opportunities below to give back to the surrounding community this year |
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Giving Tree - November 15th- December 10th |
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Pick up a gift tag for a child in need at the Overlook Clubhouse! Gifts will benefit families of the Salvation Army and children of Kid's Crossing. All gifts must be returned by December 15th to the Resident Resource Center or Overlook Clubhouse. Donations of wrapping paper are also welcome! |
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CHECK OUT THE LIVING IN STERLING RANCH FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPCOMING EVENTS AND INFORMATION |
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CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR FOR A FULL LIST OF UPCOMING EVENTS & MEETINGS! |
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LAST CHANCE TO FILL OUT THE SURVEY TO WIN |
In our quest for excellence, we need your help. Below is the inaugural annual community survey designed to provide feedback on key community performance indicators. The responses will be utilized to determine future offerings and initiatives, assist with resource allocation, and set annual benchmarks to measure future performance.
While taking the anonymous survey, we only ask that you be fair and honest in your feedback. It will take approximately 20-40 minutes to complete the survey and all adults within the household are encouraged to participate. All who complete the entire survey will be entered to win one of 10, $50 gift cards to various local establishments.
Don’t delay – the survey closes November 22nd. If you have any questions about the survey, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@sterlingranchcab.com or (720) 661-9694.
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Common Area Tree Watering
Due to the very dry and mild fall we are having, CAB is turning on the Common Area irrigation system to focus on the watering of the common area trees. Normally we would have a water truck water the trees but the mild weather allows us to save money as we turn on the system. The system will be on from Thursday, November 18th- Wednesday, November 24th. The system will then be blown out for the winter.
Shared Driveway Reminders
Shared Driveway spaces belong to CAB and we ask all residents whose homes back into these spaces to make sure to keep the turnout areas clear from toys, patio furniture, planters and vehicles. This is extremely important as we get closer to snow removal season. If snow fall is imminent please make sure gutters are lifted and areas are clear for the snow plows to do their work.
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Sidewalk Repairs Continue
Warranty work for sidewalk repairs will continue through November 24. Areas of the community that are affected include Estes Park as indicated by the highlighted area on the map. Residents directly affected will be notified. Please avoid these areas if possible. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The Contractor has assured us that driveways will be clear Thursday and Friday.
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UPCOMING CAB MEETING DATES |
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Community Meeting- Wednesday, December 1, 6:00 PM, Virtual
Design Review Committee - Thursday, December 2, 9:00am, Resident Resource Center
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Help us keep the community clean by utilizing pet stations. Please be a good neighbor and pick up after your pets and offer a neighbor a dog waste bag if they are without one! |
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Sterling Ranch Women's Bible Study Club
Join our newest Sterling Ranch Club, as they enter a six-week study titled Not Alone. The study centers around friendship and why friendship is necessary. Discover biblical examples of friendship, and identify the pitfalls, challenges, and joys of friendship.
The Study will take place Wednesday evenings from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm beginning January 19, January 26, February 2, and February 9 at the Overlook.
For more information contact Lauren Todd at laurenktodd@gmail.com
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The food trucks will be onsite Monday - Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Saturday - Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
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Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board
Resident Resource Center
8220 Piney River Avenue | 720-661-9694
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