Platte Canyon Chamber Meeting Recap – August 12, 2025

The August Chamber meeting was filled with community energy, meaningful announcements, and great ways to get involved. Here's a look at what's happening across the Bailey area.

The PCCP Resale Boutique in downtown Bailey is donating 100% of its August profits to the Senior Alliance of Platte Canyon . Since its founding, the Boutique has given away over $250,000 to local nonprofits, making a significant impact in our community. Be sure to stop by, shop, and support this month’s cause.

Deer Creek Secure Self Storage will host a Pumpkin Patch and Silent Auction on October 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the High Rockies .

This family-friendly event includes:

• Bouncy House
• Face Painting
• Costume Exchange
• Food Vendors
• Silent Auction
• One Free Pumpkin per Child

If you’d like to donate a silent auction item, contact Heather Linne-Spidel at 720-800-0022 or text 720-928-8924.

• Open House : Saturday, August 16, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Tarryall Gold Presentation : August 30 at 1:00 PM
• Field Trip to Leavitt : August 23, meet at 10:00 AM
• October Field Trip : Planned visit to Tarryall Gold (details to come)
• Como Railroad Days : Happening this weekend in Como

The annual Wood Splitting Event will be held on September 20. All split firewood is donated to local families in need of help with winter heating. The ministry is looking for volunteers and sponsors to support this effort.

The Bailey Visitor Center is now open Thursday through Sunday , and the Chamber is actively seeking volunteers to help greet and assist visitors.

Sign up to volunteer here.

The Chamber's Opportunity Board is now active and available for community use. Whether you're looking to hire , volunteer , offer housing , or share a local need , this is the go-to spot for connecting resources in the Bailey area.

Visit the board and explore current listings or post your own at:
https://www.bailey-colorado.org/opportunity-board

The Park County Coroner’s Care Team is recruiting volunteers to support families and survivors in times of crisis. Ideal volunteers:

• Are compassionate and good listeners
• Have some spare time
• Live in Park County (at least part-time)
• Are calm and supportive during difficult situations

If you're interested, call 719-836-4340 or speak with Jim Meyers , who is currently involved and available to answer questions.

Bryan Hutchison, the new owner of Crow Hill Insurance, was the featured presenter at this month’s meeting. He shared valuable insight into navigating the local insurance landscape and offered helpful tips for managing rates and deductibles. Bryan brings fresh energy and a deep understanding of coverage options in mountain communities.

Whether you're supporting a nonprofit, volunteering at the Visitor Center, or attending an upcoming event, your involvement strengthens our community. Thank you to all members and guests who joined the August meeting. We look forward to seeing you next month!