Town of Fraser, Colorado

06/14/2026

Tonight, Fraser traded its usual mountain blues and greens for something a little bolder.

For a few brief moments, the entire valley glowed orange beneath a dramatic sky, turning an ordinary evening into something unforgettable. The kind of sunset that makes you pull over, step outside, and stare a little longer than you planned.

Just another evening in Fraser. 🧡🏔️✨

🧡 Did you catch it?

06/13/2026

🚨 Grand County Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions 🚨

⚠️ GRAND COUNTY ENACTS STAGE ONE FIRE RESTRICTIONS ⚠️

During a special meeting, the Grand County Colorado Board of County Commissioners approved enacting Stage One Fire Restrictions, effective Friday, June 12, 2026, at 12 p.m.

The Grand County Sheriff's Office, in cooperation with local fire districts and federal partners, consistently monitors fire conditions and the necessity of fire restrictions. Decisions are based on a scientific fire restriction matrix utilized across northwest Colorado. Upon reviewing the latest data, Sheriff Brett Schroetlin recommended and Commissioners approved implementing Stage One Fire Restrictions (Resolution No. 2026-06-08).

The Commissioners’ decision is the result of a collaborative effort between the Sheriff, local fire districts, the Bureau of Land Management’s Kremmling Field Office, the Sulphur Ranger District of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, and the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest.

What Stage One Restrictions Mean
Under Stage One Restrictions, open fires in Grand County are prohibited outside of developed recreation sites, meaning dispersed campfires in forested areas are not permitted.

Please note that each municipality (town) within Grand County retains the authority to implement its own fire restrictions as determined by local government.

Information Line: The Grand County Fire Restrictions recorded phone line is 970-725-3852.

Current Status: View up-to-date restrictions at www.GCEmergency.com.

Enforcement: Our goal is voluntary compliance as we all do our part to prevent wildfires. To report a fire restriction violation, please contact the Grand County Communications Center at 970-725-3311. For your safety, please do not personally address violations; allow our deputies to handle the situation.

Penalty: A violation of Grand County Fire Restrictions is punishable by a $1,000.00 fine for each separate offense.

Prohibited Activities & Uses
The following activities are strictly prohibited under Stage One Fire Restrictions:
• Open Fires: Building, maintaining, attending, or using an open fire outside of a developed recreation site.
• Smoking: Smoking outdoors, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed campground or picnic area, or while stopped in an area at least six feet in diameter that is barren of all combustible materials.
• Chainsaws: Operating a chainsaw without a USDA- or SAE-approved spark-arresting device properly installed and in working order.
• Welding/Torches: Welding or operating torches with an open flame, except in an area at least ten feet in diameter that is barren of all combustible materials.
• Incendiary Devices: Using explosive or incendiary devices (excluding permissible fireworks).

Allowed Activities & Uses
The following activities are permitted under Stage One Fire Restrictions:
• Developed Sites: Open fires in developed campgrounds (with fees and hosts) or picnic areas featuring permanently constructed fire grates and/or charcoal grills.
• Stoves/Grills: Fires contained within liquid- or gas-fueled stoves, lanterns, heating devices, and wood pellet grills/stoves.
• Private Residences: Open fires at private residences within permanent or portable outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, chimineas, and/or grills.
• Fireworks: Permissible fireworks according to state statute, as well as permitted, professional fireworks displays within Grand County.

Official Resources & Wildfire Stewardship
Help us prevent wildfires and stay informed by checking official sources:
• Grand County Wildfire Council: www.bewildfireready.org
• U.S. Forest Service-Arapaho & Roosevelt Natl Forests: www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp
• Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests: www.fs.usda.gov/mbr
• Bureau of Land Management Northwest District BLM Colorado Fire: www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-information/colorado/northwest-district

06/11/2026

☀️ Good morning from Fraser!

The sun is shining, the mountains are looking spectacular, and we’re gearing up for another great weekend in Fraser. Whether you’re hitting the trails, exploring town, enjoying the river, or simply soaking in the mountain views, there’s no better place to spend a summer weekend.

Get outside, support local businesses, and make the most of everything Fraser has to offer.

What’s on your Fraser weekend agenda? Let us know in the comments! ⛰️🚴‍♀️🌲

06/09/2026

🚵‍♀️ We’re excited to see the Fraser Bike Park getting some love from OutThere Colorado!

06/08/2026

📍 Join Our Team!

The Town of Fraser is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to help shape the future of our mountain community.

This position plays a key role in guiding development projects, supporting long-range planning efforts, preserving Fraser’s unique character, and helping create a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

If you’re passionate about community planning, collaboration, and mountain living, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply today at: https://bit.ly/4fyKk4m

06/04/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Fraser Valley Elementary! 🎉

For the second year in a row, Fraser Valley Elementary has earned both the Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award and the John Irwin School of Excellence Award from the Colorado Department of Education.

Out of approximately 2,800 eligible schools statewide, only 36 received both honors two years in a row, placing Fraser Valley Elementary among the top 1.5% of schools in Colorado.

Way to go, students, staff, and families! We’re proud to have such an outstanding school in our community. 👏📚,

📣Fraser Valley Elementary Earns Top State Honors for Second Consecutive Year!! 📣

Fraser, CO — Fraser Valley Elementary has once again been recognized with two of the highest honors awarded by the Colorado Department of Education: the Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award and the John Irwin School of Excellence Award. This marks the second consecutive year the school has received both distinctions, underscoring its continued commitment to academic excellence and student growth.

The Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award is presented to schools that demonstrate exceptional student growth over time. Fraser Valley Elementary earned an Exceeds Expectations rating on the Academic Growth indicator of the School Performance Framework, reflecting strong and consistent growth in English Language Arts, Math, and English Language Proficiency.

The John Irwin School of Excellence Award recognizes schools that demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Fraser Valley Elementary received an Exceeds Expectations rating on the Academic Achievement indicator, highlighting exceptional performance in Math, English Language Arts, and Science.

“These recognitions for a second year in a row speak volumes about the dedication and collaboration within our school community,” said Dr. James Chamberlin, principal of Fraser Valley Elementary. “Our staff works tirelessly to support every student, and our families are incredible partners in that work. We are proud to continue building a culture where students thrive and succeed. To qualify these awards, 2,800 schools were eligible and only 36 received these honors two years in a row, putting Fraser Valley Elementary in the top 1.5% of schools in the state.”

As part of the East Grand School District, Fraser Valley Elementary remains committed to fostering a supportive, engaging, and high-performing learning environment for all students. Receiving both awards again affirms the school’s sustained focus on growth, achievement, and excellence.

For more information, please visit the Colorado Department of Education website or contact Fraser Valley Elementary. Colorado Department of Education awards 2026.

06/04/2026

They’re here! 🎉

The stickers from our Fraser Sticker Contest have officially arrived!

The bad news? We couldn’t agree on a winner.

The good news? We liked them all so much that we got every design printed! 😎

Stop by Fraser Town Hall and grab your favorites while supplies last.

And if you’re one of the talented artists who submitted a design, we’ve set aside a special stack of stickers just for you. Thank you for helping make this contest such a success and for sharing your creativity with our community.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

Trail season is here! ☀️🚵‍♀️🥾

A big shoutout to Headwaters Trails Alliance as they kick off another summer of trail building, maintenance, stewardship, and fun.

Join HTA for their Summer Season Kickoff Party on Sunday, June 7, from 2–5 PM at Vicious Cycle Brewing in Fraser. Meet fellow trail users, learn about upcoming projects and volunteer opportunities, and celebrate the incredible trail system that makes Grand County such a special place to ride, hike, and explore.

Thank you to HTA and their volunteers for all they do to build, maintain, and advocate for the trails we all enjoy. See you on the trails!

The summer field season is here, and we’re ready to celebrate!☀️🚴

Join Headwaters Trails Alliance for our Summer Season Kickoff Party on Sunday, June 7, from 2–5 PM at Vicious Cycle Brewing in Fraser. Come connect with fellow trail users and supporters, enjoy local beer and snacks, and learn about upcoming projects, events, and volunteer opportunities for the season ahead.

Whether you're a longtime volunteer or just curious about getting involved, we'd love to see you there as we kick off another great summer on the trails!

Cheers to a season of building, maintaining, and enjoying our incredible trail system together! 🍻🥾

06/03/2026

The word is getting out! 🚲🎉

A big thank you to Powder Magazine for featuring the Fraser Bike Park Grand Opening and helping share the excitement with the mountain biking community.

The Fraser Bike Park celebrated it's grand opening on May 30.