THE REYNOLDS GANG

Like a lot of good old western stories, this one’s about gold, greed, and violence..

The story goes back to the 1860s, when the Reynolds brothers rode into the Colorado Territory searching for trouble. Jim and John Reynolds, who had assembled a gang of confederate rebels, were on a mission. Their goal? Raise funds for the South by robbing stagecoaches and gold shipments moving between the mountain mining towns and Denver.

Operating out of South Park, they hit a string of successful robberies, reportedly making off with thousands of dollars worth of gold dust and coins. But after a botched raid near Fairplay and to evade capture (or death), the gang fled east over Kenosha Pass and down into the Foothills around present day Conifer.

While camped out along Elk Creek in 1864, the gang caught sight of a scouting party intent on extracting their revenge. Fearing capture, the Reynolds brothers carried the bulk of their treasure – over $60,000 – to an abandoned mine near the headwater of Elk Creek. A shootout at camp ensued, and the gang never made it back to retrieve their loot. Most were captured and shot, and the treasure disappeared into local lore.

For more than a century, treasure hunters, hikers, and curious locals have searched the canyons and drainages looking to strike it rich. A few have claimed to find traces – a rusted spur here, piece of old tack there – but the gold and coins itself has never been recovered.

If you do come across some outlaw treasure, we just ask you keep your favorite local newsletter in mind to share in the good fortune.

THE BRIEFING

Sunrise 7:19 AM
Sunset 6:12 PM
Fire Bans - None
Days until ski season - 10 (ish)
(Wolf Creek gave us a fake out, first up now Keystone)

THE TRADING POST

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Get ready for a night of live standup comedy at Snowpack Taproom Thursday evening. Edward Bell, nationally touring headliner, will be the main act, with a supporting cast of comedians sure to make you spit out your beer laughing. Come on down for some pizza, drinks, and a night of laughs. Get your tickets at the link below.

Join for the 4th Annual Bailey Fall Fest Saturday October 25th, from 4-8pm, at McGraw Park in downtown Bailey. Come on to pick up a free pumpkin to decorate, play some spooky games, enjoy Trick or Treating, Cocoa in the Caboose, historical building stories, and fun for the whole family. Sponsored by Jessica Gentry and Blossoming Boutique. More details and event page 👇️ 

TUESDAY

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Cat Takeover & Taco Tuesday, 5-8pm. Hope you don’t have allergies

Dedisse Park, Evergreen- Jeffco Mountain Bike Club weekly ride, 5pm. Send it

Colorado Tap House, Arvada- Nomadic Fire Mobile Sauna on site, 5-9pm. Good sweat

Green Mountain Brewery, Lakewood- Weekly Run Club, 6pm. Run, then beers

Buffalo Rose, Golden- Golden Beer Talks: Wildfire Mitigation, 6:30pm. Learn more

Gnarly’s Theater, Golden- Trickster Tuesday Family magic show, 7-9pm. Laughs around

WEDNESDAY

Etta Jeanne, Golden- Everyday Floral Arranging Workshop, 6-8pm. Buy tix

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- “Dinner Set” with Olivia Roumel, 6-8:30pm. Local musician

Miners Saloon, Golden- Live music Wednesdays, 6-9pm.

THURSDAY

Mountain Home, Evergreen- Charcuterie Workshop & Wine Tasting Night, 5:30-7:30pm. Cozy Night

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Music by the Mesa: Risky Strings, 6-9pm. High energy

Runner’s Roost, Golden- Weekly Run Club, meet at 6pm

BP Run Co, Wheat Ridge- Weekly run club, starting at 6pm. Lace ‘em up

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Thank you Thursday. Locals get 10% off all day while the kitchen is open, and a great warm up for Open Mic Night 👇️ 

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Almost Famous Open Mic Night, starting at 7pm

Snowpack Taproom, Conifer- Comedy Night with Edward Bell, 7:30-9:30. Prepare to laugh

FRIDAY

Lookout Mountain, Golden- Recreational Respite Hike with Colorado Open Lands, 9am-12pm. Check it out

Alchemy, Golden- Halloween Party, 4pm-12am. Spirits provided

Cheese Ranch Artisan Deli, Golden- Fondue Friday, 5pm. Yummy

Buchanan Park, Evergreen- Trick of Treat Trail, 5-8:30pm. Have fun

Olde Town, Arvada- Trick or Treat Street 2025, 5-7pm. Family Friendly Trick or Treating

Rise Yoga & Wellness, Golden- Halloween Buti Glow Party, 6-9:30pm. High energy fitness

Lookout Mountain Nature Center, Golden- Boo-logical Adaptations: Night Hike, 7-8pm. Spooky Secrets

Buchanan Park, Evergreen- Nightmare at 1520 Haunted House, 7-9pm. Chills

SATURDAY

Old Crow Antiques, Golden- Support the Arts Saturday, 11am-5pm. Celebrate

The Lake House, Evergreen- Hops Drops 2025: Music & Beer Festival, 2-6:30pm. 20+ Breweries

Mad Macks Brewing, Golden- Barre at the Bar: Halloween Edition, 2pm. Dress in your best

Center for the Arts, Evergreen- Workshop: Family Ceramic Pumpkins, 2-4pm. Kids & grown ups

State 38 Distilling, Golden- Cocktail Class: Winter’s Kiss & Bourbon Manhattan, 4pm. Grab your tickets

Downtown Bailey- Bailey Fall Fest, 4-8pm. Festivities for all

Stagedoor Theatre, Conifer- Haunted House Fundraiser, 5:30-8:30pm. Costumes Encouraged

Mines Museum, Golden- Mines Museum Spooktacular afternoon. Family Fun

The Wild Game, Evergreen- Boo-gie Bash featuring Wash Park Band, 5:30-9:30. Costume Contest!

Cannonball Creek Brewing, Golden- Halloween Party, 6-9pm. Join the fun

Goosetown Station, Golden- Live music with Bottle Rocket Hurricane, 6pm. Folk jams

SUNDAY

Chatfield Farms, Littleton- Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch, 9am-5pm. Tickets

Golden Outpost, Golden- Fall Fest, 10am-4pm. Schedule

Outbound Mountain Gear, Evergreen- Community Outdoor Gear Swap, 10am-2pm. Pass Along

The Golden Mill, Golden- 4th Annual Howl-O-Ween, 11am-2pm. For the furries

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Board Game Night, 5pm-close. Have fun

MONDAY

Golden Game Guild, Golden- Teach Me to Play Mondays, 6-9pm. Learn new games

New Terrain Brewing Co, Golden- Yoga on Tap 🧘 Yoga from 6-7pm, beers anytime. Get your ticket

Buffalo Rose, Golden- Soundcheck Music Bingo, 6:30-8:30pm. Rock on

Elk Creek Canyon near Pine Grove, 1890s.

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