February 2026 Newsletter

FEBRUARY IN SALIDA ❄️Your Guide to Local Holiday Events & Festivities

🎉 Community & Social

• Monthly Chaffee_Remote Meetup — Thursday, Feb. 19 | 5:30–7:00 PMGather with local remote workers for connection and networking at Salida Distillery.

• What’s Up, Salida?! Community Coffee Meeting — Thursday, Feb. 19 | 8:30–9:30 AMCasual conversation about community happenings at the Salida Community Center.

• 2026 Community Awards — Friday, Feb. 20 | 5:00 PMA celebration honoring outstanding individuals, businesses & nonprofits in Chaffee County (dinner included).

🥾 Outdoor & Recreation

• Ski with a Naturalist — Feb. 6 & Feb. 20Guided ecology-focused ski outings at Monarch Mountain.

• Town Challenge Race Series — Feb. 6 & Feb. 27 | 9:00–10:00 AMFriendly ski/board time trial at Freeway on Monarch Mountain.

• Guided Snowshoe to Waterdog Lakes — Sunday, Feb. 7 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PMSnowshoe adventure with Salida Mountain Sports & GARNA.

🎨 Arts & Entertainment

• First Fridays in the Salida Creative District — Fri, Feb. 6 | 6:00–9:00 PMGallery stroll with art, music, refreshments and creative showcases.

• Telefestivus & Fun Race — Sun, Feb. 8 | 9:00 AM–4:00 PMTelemark skiing celebration with races, demos, clinics and social hike.

• Central Colorado Conservancy Winter Film Night – “The American Southwest” — Fri, Feb. 13 | 6:30–9:00 PMConservation film event & discussion.

• “Proof” — A Pulitzer-Winning Play — Fri, Feb. 13 | 6:30–10:30 PMA night of theater presented by Salida Theatre Project.

💡 Education & Skills

• Salida Mountain Series: Backcountry Mapping & Tour Planning — Wed, Feb. 10 | 6:00–7:30 PMFree workshop building navigation skills for winter backcountry travel.

• Fly Fishing 101: Knots & Rigging — Thu, Feb. 19 | 6:00–8:00 PMIntro class covering essential fly fishing setups.

❄️ Ongoing Community Favorites

• Kids Night at Moonlight Pizza (Weekly) — Wednesdays 4–8 PMFun kids-friendly dinner night with free pizza for kids with purchase.

• AIARE Avalanche Rescue + SOLO Wilderness First Aid Course — Feb. 20–22Multi-day outdoor skills training in avalanche rescue + wilderness medical care.

  
  
  
  

A Note from William

From My World to Yours ✨ – February Edition

February is all about momentum. January sets the tone, but February is where we lean in, stay consistent, and turn intentions into action.

As 2026 continues to unfold, I’m excited to be actively working in the Texas real estate market while continuing to build strong connections in Colorado. Expanding into both markets creates powerful opportunities — giving my clients broader exposure, stronger networks, and more strategic advantages whether they’re buying, selling, or investing.

Two markets. More insight. Greater opportunity.

Real estate isn’t just about a transaction — it’s about timing, positioning, and knowing how to leverage the right audience. By intermixing these markets, I’m able to connect buyers and sellers across state lines, maximize visibility, and create options that simply wouldn’t exist within one area alone.

February is about building momentum, strengthening relationships, and making smart moves early in the year.

If your 2026 plans include Texas, Colorado, or both — let’s talk strategy and make it happen. ✨🏡

Lets Get Ready For March

📅 March 2026 — What’s Happening Around Town

🎉 March Highlights

• Monthly Chaffee_Remote Meetup — Thursday, Mar. 19 | 5:30–7:00 PMAnother chance to connect with local remote workers.

• Chaffee Coffee | 2nd Tuesday Meet-Up — Tuesday, Mar. 10 | 8:30–10:00 AMCommunity coffee gathering in Salida.

• Special Evening with Aida Salazar — Sunday, Mar. 1 | 5:30–6:30 PMBook talk & conversation with award-winning author Aida Salazar (tickets).

• Salida Mountain Series – Spring Backcountry Focus — Week of Mar. 9Community backcountry talk exploring spring conditions and safety.

🏔️ Seasonal Outdoor Fun

• Town Challenge Race Series Continues — Sat, Mar. 27Another friendly time trial on ski/board at Monarch Mountain.

Plus: community favorites like weekly Kids Nights at Moonlight Pizza and creative workshops often continue into March — check local listings/social pages for updates closer to the dates.

📌 Ongoing & Regular Activities

• Embracing Aging Chaffee Programs — Weekly yoga, games, film club & social meets for older adults in Salida & Buena Vista.