Milk and Cookies with Santa Christmas Event at Sky Corral, this Saturday, December 7 from 12-4. We will feature Local Vendors just in time for Christmas shopping! Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be visiting for the kids to visit and have pictures, no charge. Christmas Trees and Wreaths will be for sale and we will have lots of yummy cookies to sell. There will be a North Pole Shopping area for the kiddos to purchase inexpensive gifts for moms and dads etc. This is a Free Event, with any proceeds benefitting the Sky Corral Scholarship Fund! Hope to see you there. Any questions contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The regular meeting of the RCVFD Board is at 6 pm Wednesday, November 20, at Fire Station 1, 11835 Rist Canyon Road. All Rist Canyon area residents are welcome to attend. If you would like a copy of the agenda before the meeting, please email your name, email address, and telephone number no later than Nov. 16 to the RCVFD Board Secretary at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please put "RCVFD Meeting Agenda" in the subject line. Your copy of the agenda will arrive 1-2 days before the scheduled meeting. Please note that the RCVFD Board does not have a regular meeting in December.

The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM MDT this evening. This warning applies to Fire Weather Zone 215, which includes the Rist Canyon area.

• AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 215, 216, 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251.


• TIMING...From 10 AM this morning to 6 PM MDT this evening.


• WINDS...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. A few gusts up to 60 mph may occur in the foothills.


• RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 17 percent.


• IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.

For more information, see the National Weather Service website.

In advance of the 2024 RCVFD Annual Meeting on November 2, please review the 2023 RCVFD Annual Meeting Minutes (pdf), posted to the RCVFD website. Attendees to the 2024 Annual Meeting will be asked to approve these minutes.

The regular meeting of the RCVFD Board is at 6 pm Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Fire Station 1, 11835 Rist Canyon Road. All Rist Canyon area residents are welcome to attend. If you would like a copy of the agenda before the meeting, please email your name, email address, and telephone number no later than Oct. 12 to the RCVFD Board Secretary at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please put "RCVFD Meeting Agenda" in the subject line. Your copy of the agenda will arrive 1-2 days before the scheduled meeting.

Dear Residents,
We’re excited to invite you to a FREE American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, and AED class! This is an incredible opportunity to equip yourself with life-saving skills that can make a real difference in emergencies.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ First Aid Basics:
Identify and respond to medical, injury, and environmental emergencies, including heart attacks, strokes, severe allergic reactions, and more! Learn critical skills like stopping bleeding, applying a tourniquet, and basic wound care.

✅ CPR & AED Training:
Gain hands-on experience with CPR techniques and using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Whether you’re a beginner or want to refresh your skills, this class is perfect for everyone!

Why Attend?

• No Experience Needed! This class is designed for everyone, regardless of your background.


• Hands-On Practice: Work with manikins and collaborate with our dedicated RCVFD First Responders.


• Certification: Walk away with an A.H.A. Heartsaver certification, funded by the RCVFD, recognizing your commitment to community safety.

Your participation can save lives! We appreciate your role in enhancing our community’s preparedness and response capabilities.

Ready to sign up?

Email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your name, email, and phone number. Don’t forget to include any specific topics you’re interested in. Please RSVP by Monday, October 14th!

We can’t wait to see you on October 19th, at Station 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and empower you with these essential skills!

Sincerely,
Jocelyn Wolf, FFT2, EMT

Join us for the Stove Prairie Fall Festival Saturday, October 5th from 10-4! It's the school's big fundraiser for the year and a fun filled day for the mountain community! We have a kids carnival with a bouncy house, silent auction with lots of local offerings, vendors, bake sale, food trucks and more! All in support of our little mountain school!

If you are interested in participating, we still have vendor spots available and you can register on the PTO homepage. We are also still looking for volunteers! If interested you can sign up here.

We hope you can make it!

Join us this Saturday September 28th at Station 1 from 10:00-11:00 am to learn how you can protect yourself from fraudulent land and property sales, which are on the rise.

Please take this Land Scam class seriously. Bad actors are impersonating absentee owners or those who have land with no house on it. They sell your land and you won't know until you go to your property, only to find out someone else sold it in your name.

Come hear our guest Keri Roark from Fidelity National Title explain how it's happening, how you can protect yourself, and how your local title companies are fighting against it for you.

We hope to see you at this class on Saturday September 28th. It will be held at Station 1, upstairs in the training room. Refreshments will be served. This notice was in the latest Ristwatch. Call Louise for more information and if you would like to RSVP. Even if you don't RSVP come join us.

See the flyer (pdf) for more information. See you there!

Louise Creager
Stratton Park Area Representative
(970) 217-6843

Larry Sippel, a beloved friend, supporter, and dedicated member of the Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department (RCVFD), passed away recently. Born in Wyoming, Larry moved to Rist Canyon, Colorado, in the mid-1970s, where he made his home on Davis Ranch Road.

Larry joined the RCVFD close to its inception and devoted over 50 years to the service of his community. Throughout his tenure, Larry was instrumental in the development and growth of the fire department. His contributions extended far beyond the call of duty, as he trained firefighters, fought countless fires, assisted in medical emergencies, and supported the department with various other volunteer activities.

Known not only for his professional dedication, Larry was a cherished friend who always had a kind word, a helping hand, and a ready smile. He approached every challenge with a positive attitude and never shied away from any job, no matter how dangerous or demanding. His presence was a source of strength and encouragement to all who knew him.

Larry’s passing leaves a void in the hearts of his friends, family, and the entire RCVFD community. His legacy of service, camaraderie, and kindness will be remembered and honored by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

He will be deeply missed.

 

Sky Corral Ranch is a non-profit that brings folks up to the mountains for retreats, camps, and day outings. We service church groups and community groups such as Camp for Change and Three Hopeful Hearts. The purpose of this concert is to raise money to establish a scholarship fund to help those who can't afford to come, and to support the use of the ranch for local non-profits.

Join us on September 13th for an afternoon filled with music, food, and fun at Sky Corral Ranch! Get ready to dance the night away to a live performance from local musicians, Christine Alice Music and the Canyon Echos and The Rock-Hafla After Party, while enjoying delicious food and refreshing drinks.

Thank you to our generous sponsors: Ward Energy Companies and Gib's NY Bagels and Spoons.

Event details:

• 4:00pm: Sky Corral Ranch opens to explore the property. Enjoy hiking, disc golf, fishing, yard games and so much more!


• 7:00pm - 9:00pm: Concert featuring Christine Alice and the Canyon Echos


• 9:00pm: Bonfire featuring a performance by The Rock-Hafla After Party.

Please bring your own lawn chairs or blanket for the concert. Tent camping is available, reservations are recommended. Please no outside food or drink. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase food and drink at the concert.

For event questions please email our Event Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Buy your tickets today!

Karen Steadman
Sky Corral Ranch