…. To Beat The Heat! 1. Sterling Recreation Center  A place to stay cool and have fun! The outdoor pool includes a wading pool, several water features, and four slides. The indoor pool is open year round and it includes basketball hoops, canoes and kayaks, and a diving board. Dive on in! 2.  North Sterling State Park This spacious reservoir on the high plains is a gateway to fun and relaxation! Swim beach, boat rentals, and plenty of nooks and crannies to fish or dip your feet in the water. Bring a picnic and spend the day here. 3.  Cool Places to Stay Relax away in cool comfort at one of...

  1. Many Things to Do Are you looking to plan a visit to Sterling? Find a variety of ideas to fill your itinerary. Maybe you love museums or hiking and biking? Perhaps you enjoy golf or disc golf or fishing and boating? Here you’ll discover a plethora of activities for every level of adventure. And to top it all off, you’ll rarely be caught in a traffic jam or stand in line! Ready for some free-range tourism? You’ve come to the right place to roam. 2.  Numerous Places to Eat Our culinary culture includes down home favorites at the local diners and exquisite cuisine in upscale...

1. North Sterling State Park North Sterling is a boater’s and fisherman’s paradise offering a 3,000-acre lake with a fascinating array of flats and coves to explore. An additional 2,800 acres of land support a wide variety of recreational activities, including bird-watching, wildlife viewing, hiking and more. The region is home to a diversity of wildlife and has a rich historical heritage. Learn more here. 2.  Prewitt State Wildlife Area Prewitt is leased by Colorado Parks and Wildlife from the Morgan-Prewitt Irrigation Company with 3,047 acres which are managed primarily for fishing and...

1. Birds, Blossoms and Butterflies Celebrate spring at the Sterling Creatives’ First Friday Open House on May 3, from 11:30 am–6 pm. There will be plenty of spring-themed artwork available in the gallery and you will be able to meet with May’s featured artist of the month, Denise Sunderman, the brilliant mind behind Fruit Jar Studio and maker of many items that can be found in the gallery, like jewelry, birdfeeders, and hand-dyed silk scarves. There will also be lots of delicious snacks with fondue and a chocolate fountain! Denise will be offering make-and-take pendants for just $5. Click...

1. ART in the SQUARE Join the celebration of art in the community at the Logan County Courthouse Square in downtown Sterling on Saturday, April 27, from 11 am – 5 pm. There will be a sidewalk chalk competition for Logan County high schools, a Plein Air competition, art demonstrations, vendor booths, children’s art instruction, music and more! 2.  Pop Up Shop Are you shopping for Mother’s Day? Graduation? A wedding? Or just for yourself? Check out the Spring Holiday Marketplace while you’re downtown Saturday. Featured vendors include Pampered Chef, Color Street, SBT, Thirty-One,...

1.  Sneak Peak Join the Sportsman Experience pre-event Friday, April 12, 6-11 pm, at the Logan County Fairgrounds Indoor Arena. The Sneak Peak is hosted by Northeastern Junior College Foundation and features an auction, food, spirits and dancing with live music by the Juke Joint Cruisers! Proceeds benefit NJC students. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite.com by searching “Sportsman Experience” in Sterling, Colorado, or at the door. 2.  Down and Dirty Northeastern Diesel Power Club presents the 4th annual Mudd’Evil Dayz on Saturday, April 13, from 1-4 pm, at the Logan County...

1.  Quilt Show Over 50 handmade quilts in one place? Yes, please! The 16th annual Quilt Show is going on through the month of March at the Sterling Public Library. This year’s show features 52 beautiful quilted pieces on display. You can even vote for your favorite for the coveted “People’s Choice Award!” 2.  It’s All About the Fashion Check out the Masquerade Fashion Show presented by NJC Cosmetology on Saturday, March 9, 1-4 pm, in the Hays Student Center Ballroom at Northeastern Junior College. Tickets include a delectable dessert bar, runway fashions with stunning hairstyles and...

1.  Free Family Fun Who doesn’t love making a blanket fort?! Go to the Sterling Public Library on Friday, Feb. 22, 5:30 pm, for a Family Fort Fun program for the whole family. Bring your own blankets to build your fort and enjoy some story telling. A light meal will be served so go ahead and RSVP at 970-522-2023. 2.  This Spot is Hot! One Hot Spot wasn’t enough, they had to open a second location! This smokehouse, located at 402 Main St., in downtown Sterling, is tucked in the former Bill’s Motors building which was an automobile dealership and garage from the early 1900s and is now home...

1.  Authenticity Need to get away from the hustle and bustle? Get in a free-range state of mind in Logan County, where there are never any traffic jams or long lines. We can help you plan a weekend visit: click here! 2.  Untraveled Places This agricultural area is the perfect place to wind down, whether you are on a road trip across the country or looking for a weekend getaway. Use this guide to plan your next trip: click here! 3.  Unique Most visitors to Colorado already understand the state’s many highlights, from world-famous mountain towns to four national parks and renowned...

1.  Welcome Back! Whether you are an alum or not, Hoops Homecoming is a fun time to celebrate friends and community! The Northeastern Junior College Alumni Association will be holding the 25th annual Hoops Homecoming on Saturday, February 2. Card-carrying members of the NJC Alumni Association will be admitted free to games. Others pay $6 per adult or $5 per senior citizen and non-NJC students at the door. During halftime of the men’s game, the NJC Alumni Association will be recognizing the following award winners: Steve Antonopulos, Elaine Daly, Ken Kreutzer, Pete Youngers, Ellis Schmidt,...

1.  Wild Weather The Overland Trail Museum will kick off the first History Café of the year on Wednesday, January 30 at 10:30 am. The theme …

1.  Take a Hike! Do you only think of North Sterling State Park during the summer? You should take a second look at all there is to do in the winter! There is winter camping in Elks Campground, open year round north of the dam. Hunting takes place south of the dam. Why not hike along any part of our six mile trail system? Photography, stargazing, wildlife observation and birding are great fun. Browse in the Visitor Center north of dam. Depending on conditions, ice fishing may also be available at your own risk, use caution. Park Passes are required year round. 2.  Tour de Beers Hey Hey...