The Southern Colorado
Crossroads of The West
Walsenburg, Colorado
Located on I-25 and US 160, with access to Colo. Hwy 10.
Eastern gateway to the Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Huerfano County presents breathtaking scenery, fascinating history
and a wealth of recreational options.
Come and stay for a day and you will want to spend the rest of your life here.
Huerfano County was one of the 17 original counties
when Colorado became a state in 1876.
The word "Huerfano" (War-Fe-No) translated, means "Orphan."
It was named after the lone volcanic butte 7 miles north of Walsenburg on I-25.
Walsenburg is named in honor of Fred Walsen,
an early pioneer, who opened the first coal mines.
Black Diamond refers to coal. The mines are now closed.
MISSION STATEMENT of our Chamber of Commerce
To develop, encourage, promote and protect the commercial, agricultural, professional, financial and general business and residential interests of Huerfano County.
New board for 2008.
President: Mike Hurley
Vice-pres: Curtis Pryor
Secretary: Susan Blake
Treasurer: Patty Corsentino
Bill Downey
Jim Vigil
Kathy Doolittle
June Tucker
Candy Evans
Ronny Pryor
IT'S COMING!
Remember, that Chamber of Commerce meetings are held the 1st Thursday of each month except for holidays. Plan to attend and be informed and involved. When everyone gives a little of their time, BIG things can be accomplished!
The Black Diamond Jubilee is scheduled for June 20, 21 & 22 at Fiesta Park at 10th and Russell in Walsenburg. There will be vendors, games, music, entertainment, a beer garden, dances, activities for children, parade & more. For vendor & parade applications, contact the Chamber office at 719-738-1065.
The Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a bowling tournament at the Crown Lanes in Walsenburg for Saturday, June 14th. To participate, you must have a handicap established. If you haven't bowled in a league and need to establish a handicap, go to Crown Lanes to bowl 9 games to get one by May 1st. Proceeds are used to fund Chamber activities in 2008.
2nd Annual Southern Colorado Blue Grass Festival May 9th-10th 2008
Fox Theater Tickets required for all events Guest Bands Welcome
call Dennis Rains for more information 719-738-5787
If you have a new business in town and have not been contacted about the Chamber of Commerce. Please call 719-738-1065 to learn about membership in our growing community.
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