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Rocky Mountain National Park Continues Timed Entry Permit Reservations

Rocky Mountain National Park will be implementing a timed entry temporary permit reservation system beginning on May 27, 2022. The reservation permit system is similar to that used in 2021. Two types of reservations will be available. One permit will be for the Bear Lake Road Corridor, which includes the entire corridor, as well as …

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Valentine’s Day History & Traditions

Valentine’s Day is a festival of romance that celebrates love and relationships. Celebrated on February 14th, it is often marked by giving gifts to and spending time with loved ones. Valentine’s Day actually started as a religious celebration. The holiday commemorated the line of Christian saints under the name Valentinus. The Roman emperor Claudius had …

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Team USA Climbing Fast at 2022 Winter Olympics!

Halfway through the first week of the 2022 Winter Olympics, it seemed Team USA wasn’t doing very well, but they are now catching up fast on the medal count! As of Sunday evening (2/13), Team USA is in third place with 14 medals. Norway has the most with 21 medals! After Mickela Shiffrin’s disappointing results …

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February Is National Cancer Prevention Month!

Research has shown that more than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed and nearly half of all deaths from cancer in the United States can be attributed to preventable causes – things like smoking, excess body weight, physical inactivity, and excessive exposure to the sun. As a result, steps like quitting smoking (or never starting …

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Aging Has Got Easier for America’s Seniors!

It’s not how old you are; it’s how old you feel. Survey after survey show that the majority of senior citizens don’t feel like senior citizens. They feel younger and more active than they thought they’d be – whether you ask a 55 year old or a 70 year old. “When we were kids, old …

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The impact of Exercise on the Body and Brain Health of America’s Seniors!

Every year at this time there is a call for seniors to establish an exercise routine. The holidays are over and so is the copious feasting that goes with the season. It’s time to lose a few pounds. The Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC] strongly encourages older Americans to stay in shape. But we …

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Six Ways to Stay Physically Active in the Winter

According to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), regular physical activity is one of the most important things people can do to improve their health. Scientific evidence shows that adults with a chronic disease or a disability can benefit from regular physical activity, and benefits can start accumulating with small amounts of exercise. …

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Resolutions For Your Pets!

The New Year has begun and while you may have set resolutions for yourself, have you also set them for your furry family member? Just like you, a loving pet could benefit from improvements made to their daily wellness routine. To start off the year right, here are some ideas which will help promote a …

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Healthy New Year’s Resolutions For Seniors!

Do you make New Year’s resolutions? As one year ends and a new one begins it’s a chance for a fresh start. Many people set goals such as starting new diets and exercise routines, however, they’re often restrictive and unsustainable. This can lead to quitting your resolutions just a few weeks into the new year. …

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Beware of These Scams!

Greetings – Alas – time flew by too quickly so this is a combined November/December Scambuster. I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and are ready for a Happy New Year! Now is the time to really have your scam radar up – lots of scams taking advantage of gift buying and on-line shopping, …

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Christmas Traditions in the U.S.

In the United States, the holiday season brings families together. Families get together, enjoy a Christmas dinner, listen to festive music, and give each other gifts. American traditions vary by family, but here are several popular traditions celebrated by Americans. On Christmas eve, Santa arrives with his reindeer sleigh, slides through the chimney, and loads …

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The Holiday Blues for Elders

Too many senior citizens come down with a case of Holiday Blues this time of the year. It’s not a very “jolly” season – especially if you’re old and living alone. The National Council on Aging [NCOA] estimates that 28% or more of folks in the 65-plus segment of the population live alone and while …

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