Recreation

Five child actors strike poses on stage.

Grantee Spotlight: Crested Butte Mountain Theatre

Building community through creativity The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre (CBMT) provides a physical place for creativity to thrive and community connections to deepen. “Creative expression is the backbone of who we are as human beings, no matter the medium,” CBMT Artistic Director Britney Kuehm said. This philosophy drives everything at

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Nine Go Girl participants and two of their coaches stand around the Rattlesnake sign at Hartman Rocks.

Grantee Spotlight: GO Initiative

How GO Initiative Uses Bikes to Build Youth Confidence, Social Ties   Photo courtesy of GO Initiative. Since 2017, the Gunnison Outdoor (GO) Initiative has been transforming lives through mountain biking, creating a space where local girls develop technical skills, confidence and lasting community connections. Founded by Sarah Stubbe, the

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Mountain Roots

Grantee spotlight: Mountain Roots

How Yes! To Adventure camps cultivate youth health, social connection Mountain Roots is transforming Gunnison Valley summer experiences for children through their Yes! To Adventure camps with $19,864 in help from MetRec’s Recreation Grant program. These camps now reach more families than ever before, providing crucial access to outdoor activities

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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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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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Regional Recreation Master Plan Approved

We are pleased to announce that the MetRec Board approved the Thanks to all the stakeholders, advisory committee, and citizens of the district for the strong engagement throughout the master planning process. February 26, 2025 Board Packet

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MetRec Connects: Recreation Grant Program

MetRec Connects: Recreation Grant Program

MetRec’s Recreation Grant Program fulfills a key part of the organization’s mission. Recipients utilize the funds they receive in a number of impactful ways, including the expansion and retention of staff, expanded programming and more. Non profits in Gunnison and Crested Butte play a huge role in providing recreational opportunities

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Public Worksession: Regional Recreation Master Plan

Join us for the Regional Recreation Master Plan Needs Assessment Presentation and Discussion! Date: Wednesday, August 28th Time: 5:00 PM Location: Town of Crested Butte, Council Chambers Address: 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO Come share your ideas and make your voice heard! Together, we can shape the future of

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