A couple weeks ago, EcoJoia had the honor of being part of a panel discussion on local leadership in an Evolve workshop. Evolve is a leadership training program for Baby Boomers 50+ that want to make a difference in their communities. The attendees take an 8-month course and complete a project of their choice in their communities, within EcoJoia’s home town of Denver, Colorado.

The panel discussion included topics like “What makes a great leader?” and “What do you see as the biggest needs in the Denver-Metro area?” We were happy to be a part of this wonderful workshop using our Generation Y entrepreneurial viewpoints. Big props to the attendees of Evolve for getting out there and making a difference in their own way!

EcoJoia had the chance to visit three of Denver, Colorado’s parks.  We went to Washington Park, Commons Park, and City Park. Colorado is known for its outdoors and the scenery. Denver alone has 22 developed parks and 24 mountain parks that reach over 14,141 acres of mountain property. 

Washington Park is located near the ritzy Cherry Creek neighborhood and Denver University. This park has everything including a 2.6 mi jogging path, two lakes, two flower gardens, volleyball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, two playgrounds, and more.

“Every Sunday my friends and I come here to play volleyball” - Dan, Denver

“I come here to get fresh air, walk my dog Bandit, and enjoy the scenery.” - Maria, Denver

Commons Park is in the Heart of Downtown where young professionals live and hangout. This park is where Cherry Creek flows into the Platte River making it an ideal spot to go kayaking.

“I like coming to Commons to play frisbee and enjoy the outdoors” - Adam, Denver

City Park is a great family place that contains the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Ferril Lake, and trails throughout. In addition to this, City Park hosts free jazz concerts from June - August. Every Sunday at 6 p.m. the park comes alive with picnickers and jazz lovers.

“City Park is my second home, I am here all the time. I come here for all sorts of reasons like running, socializing, concerts, and just to get out of the house.” Jeanette Denver

(Source: coloradoparks)

Last weekend EcoJoia had the opportunity to visit Horsetooth Reservoir. This beautiful reservoir is 6.5 miles long and sits on an elevation of 5,420 ft west of Fort Collins, Colorado. Surrounding this lake are the foothills where there are many areas to go camping, hiking, fishing, boating. There are cabins for visitors to rent or campgrounds to pitch tents. Many people looking for a fun outdoor vacation or a great place to spend the day come here. This is one of the many perks that makes Colorado so incredible.

On July 1st EcoJoia attended the Rockies baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Coors Field.  Colorado’s home team the Rockies, played an incredible game as they won 9-0. The game awed fans when Troy Tulowitzki hit two home runs. After the baseball game the fans enjoyed a spectacular firework show.  The crowd was pleased with the fireworks as they lit up the sky. Each year Coors Field puts on a Firework show around the 4th of July. The Rockies and Coors Field bring a big energy into downtown Denver, which is another reason why EcoJoia loves Denver, Colorado.

EcoJoia applauds Denver Voice, a nonprofit street paper that creates jobs for Denver’s homeless and gives them a chance to earn income. This program allows each person to purchase the paper for 25 cents and sell it on a donation bases. The suggested donation is 1 dollar. Denver Voice empowers our homeless and builds social change. As stated by one Denver Voice salesperson, “The Denver Voice helped my wife and I move off the streets.” Great job Denver!