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Join our team! MetRec announces search for Administrative Coordinator

Join our team: Metrec hiring full-time administrative coordinator The Gunnison County Metropolitan Recreation District (MetRec) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator who is interested not only in strong administrative execution, but also in growing into a broader operations and programs role over time. This position serves as the district’s primary administrative coordinator and plays

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Grantee Spotlight: Gunnison Community School

Ski for PE program puts students on slopes The Gunnison Community School Ski for PE program provides a path for students to hit the hill in a supportive, affordable way. Lift tickets, rentals, transportation and lessons add up fast, often putting skiing out of reach for families nearby. The long-running

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Grantee Spotlight: Crested Butte Nordic

Photo credit: Xavi Fane  Crested butte nordic center provides Winter cardio, year-round community Crested Butte Nordic (CB Nordic) plays a vital role in helping the community stay active and connected. Every winter, the organization grooms 55 kilometers of trail, roughly 20% of which are free to the public. Year-round, they

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Grantee Spotlight: Senior Center

Grantee Spotlight: Gunnison Senior Center

Organized outdoor adventures foster physical health, community connection In a valley known for its wilderness, the Gunnison Senior Center connects older residents to outdoor adventure and one another. What started as a few community-led programs has blossomed into a network of outdoor adventures, educational offerings, and vibrant social opportunities that

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MetRec working to restore television | updates

Working Channels MetRec moved to Denver Direct Feed service in Fall 2025 after external 5G signals began interfering with television signals. Rescan your television to ensure you receive all channels.  2.1 CW Channel 2 | Program Schedule 3.1 Local3 | Program Schedule 3.2 Grit | Program Schedule 4.1 CBS |

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Remote Chain TV Service Ending June 1, 2025

As a result of damage to critical infrastructure and in accordance with the MetRec Board’s April 30 vote, television services for the remote chain will cease beginning June 1, 2025. This affects residents in: Gateview Parlin Pitkin Powderhorn Sapinero Sargents Waunita We understand the importance of connection. In an effort

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2025 Grant Application deadline approaching

2025 Recreation Grant Application Deadline Approaching!

Key Dates: Feb 5: Grant applications go live Mar 14: Application deadline May 28: Grant awards announced Grant Types: Capital Operations Community Multi-year options Step 1: Review eligibility and funding purposesStep 2: Submit your application by March 14Step 3: Grant review & board approval in May Need help? Contact Derrick

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