The 2013 flood totally devastated the entire Estes Valley. Roads were washed out, homes washed away, and we became the “Porta Potty” capital of the world. And what did this town do in the middle of this tragedy? They had a “decorate your porta potty” contest. It was wonderful!
Unfortunately, one of the important areas destroyed by the flood was the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies’ meditation trail. This trail had been the dream and passion of one person, Kent Dannen, a long-time member of the church. To see it torn apart by the flood was devastating to everyone but especially to Kent. However, with the help of many dedicated church people—even a church youth group from Nebraska—we are pleased to announce that the dedication and official reopening of the meditation trail will be this Sunday, August 10th, immediately following our Sunday worship service.And it is with Kent in mind that the renewed trail has been named in his honor. Unfortunately, Kent passed away this last February before he could see his dream come to fruition.
The trail is open to all residents and visitors to this area. It is a wonderful trail with benches and points of meditation along the way. So, take as much time as you wish and stay as long you want. Enjoy the wonderful setting in this area we call paradise. There are plenty of parking spaces on the church’s lower parking level right next to the trail which begins just to the left of the stone marker. We hope that everyone will take advantage of this opportunity to escape the relentless rush of daily life and reflect on the things that make life so precious…