Youth Spotlight: Phoenix Wellbaum
A Spotlight on Phoenix Wellbaum: Passion, Perseverance, and Community Impact Phoenix Wellbaum (they/them) is a remarkable young leader...
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Difference Maker: Chris Rieder
This month, Mountain Youth is proud to highlight the dedication and impact of Chris Rieder, our Board President and a true difference...
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MountainYouth
Sep 263 min read
Youth Spotlight: Shelby Spiegel
Humble, hard-working and engaged sum up Mountain Youth’s October youth spotlight. Shelby Spiegel, a Junior at Eagle Valley High School,...
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MountainYouth
Sep 263 min read
Difference Maker: Taylor Hall
I recently got the opportunity to sit down with Taylor Hall, the Director for Vail Child Care Center. She shared with me that her journey...
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MountainYouth
Aug 283 min read
Youth Spotlight - Liam Liesegang
Liam Liesegang is an 8th grader who’s been calling Eagle Valley home for just about a year now. His journey here wasn’t without its...
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MountainYouth
Aug 282 min read
Difference Maker - Erin Street
Belonging ~ Connection ~ Community Middle School is a challenging time for students, teachers, parents and administrators. Mrs. Erin...
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MountainYouth
Jul 234 min read
Youth Spotlight: Vanessa Contreras
Thoughtful, respectful, motivated, sincere, ambitious, outgoing, adventurous, and caring. These are just a few of the words that describe...
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MountainYouth
Jul 233 min read
Difference Maker: Sage Nelson
A Fierce Advocate, an Energizing Spirit, and A Guiding Light of Hope. I have personally had the privilege and joy of being mentored by...
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MountainYouth
Jun 282 min read
Difference Maker: Ricky Luevanos
Ricky is, above all, a devoted family man. As of this writing, he and his wife, along with their two sons, have just welcomed the arrival...
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MountainYouth
Jun 242 min read
Youth Spotlight: Ayelen Espinoza
Ayelen is a bright, adventurous, and motivated sophomore at Eagle Valley High School who has dreams of traveling far beyond the Eagle...
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MountainYouth
May 292 min read
Youth Spotlight: Keanna Boutet
It has been an absolute pleasure to meet and get to know the creative, busy, and talented Keanna Boutet. She is a remarkable young...
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MountainYouth
May 282 min read
Difference Maker: Hannah Conoley
Hannah's journey into service in Eagle County began with a desire to ski. "I moved here to be a ski bum," she recalls, reflecting on her...
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MountainYouth
Apr 294 min read
Difference Maker: Dana Whalen
Making Healthy Differences Dana Whelan has been an Eagle County local for the past nine years, and sought out involvement with Eagle...
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MountainYouth
Apr 224 min read
Youth Spotlight: Alessandra Medrano, a scholar with extraordinary character.
Alessandra Medrano, a senior at Eagle Valley High School, is a student to remember. She is an extremely courteous, thoughtful, and a kind...
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MountainYouth
Mar 292 min read
Difference Maker: Kyle Foster
From Thrills on Dirt Bikes to Purposeful Pedaling: Kyle Foster's Journey Kyle Foster's life has been a testament to resilience and...
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MountainYouth
Mar 281 min read
Youth Spotlight: Gabby Gallegos
Gabby embodies a relentless drive and enthusiasm for a multitude of pursuits. Currently a junior at BMHS, she immerses herself in various...
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MountainYouth
Mar 12 min read
Difference Maker- Sue Terbush
A small town Wisconsin girl moved to the Eagle River Valley 30 years ago and is making a big impact in our community. Many in our...
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MountainYouth
Feb 282 min read
Youth Spotlight: Anya Chavira
Exciting, energetic, and encouraging would be words that I would use to describe Anya Chavira! Anya Chavira is currently a Senior at...
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MountainYouth
Jan 305 min read
Youth Spotlight: Coco Boock
Passionate, ambitious, and courageous are all words I would use to describe Coco Boock. She is currently a Junior at Battle Mountain High...
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MountainYouth
Jan 302 min read
Difference Maker: Rebecca Kanaly
If you’ve ever shopped or donated items at the Youth Closet & Toy Chest in Eagle-Vail you’ve more than likely had the pleasure of...
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