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Show Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues, June 9-12, 2018 The Park Record Mountain lion euthanized following discovery on popular Steamboat trail Official says there was something wrong with animal MATT STENSLAND Steamboat Pilot & Today STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. — A mountain lion discovered Tuesday afternoon on a popular Steamboat Springs trail was euthanized Tuesday evening by Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers. “Something was wrong with it,” area wildlife manager Kris Middledorf said. Middledorf said a mountain biker was on the Morning Gloria Trail on Emerald Mountain when he discovered the animal at about 4 p.m. “All of the sudden he came around the corner, hit his brakes and a mountain lion was on the trail,” Middledorf COURTESY OF COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers euthanized a mountain lion found Tuesday on a popular Steamboat Springs trail. said. An animal control officer from the city of Steamboat Springs responded to the scene in addition to a wildlife officer. The animal was still partially on the trail and still breathing but would not respond to audible or physical stimuli. “Best course was to euthanize it,” Middledorf said. After removing the animal, a wildlife officer discovered the mountain lion had a wound on his right hip about an inch and a half in diameter. The hair around the wound was also missing. Middledorf was not sure whether the animal was possibly shot or if the wound was the result of some sort of goring injury. The wound was not bleeding. It was a smaller female mountain lion estimated to be about 2 years old. The animal will be taken to Fort Collins, Colorado, where a necropsy, which is the animal version of an autopsy, will be performed to determine the cause of death. Some of the petS at NuzzleS & Co. lookiNg for love These animals are available to be seen at the Nuzzles & Co. Adoption Center and Rescue Ranch. Our Adoption Center is open Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located in the Tanger Outlets in Kimball Junction. Our Rescue Ranch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sunday. The Rescue Ranch is located at 6466 N. Highview Road in Peoa. Cleo Ferdinand Ruffy Walnut Cleo is an energetic 10-monthold Shepherd mix. She loves to play with other dogs and ignores cats. She needs an active family who can run and/or hike with her. A good puppy class will also help her use her brain and be the best dog she can be! Ferdinand is a mellow Chihuahua who is about 6 years old. This little guy is shy at first until he gets to know you. At times, he doesn’t like to be picked up, so a home without young children would be best for him. He’s unsure about cats but likes other dogs. Ruffy is a 2-year-old cattle dog mix. This little girl is a bit shy but not fearful. She is very mellow, gentle, and friendly. She walks well on leash and knows how to sit. She seems to do well with cats but can be dog-selective. Ruffy will make a great forever companion! Walnut is a Shepherd mix and is about a year old. He’s a high-energy dog that loves to play and will need lots of exercise. He is working on his training and is a fast learner! He prefers a home without cats, but may do well with another dog with proper introduction. Forte Marilou Ralph Malph Sand Forte is a 4-year-old female Domestic Medium Hair. She has unique dilute tortoiseshell markings. She is very friendly and likes to chit chat. Forte loves to cuddle and accompany you during daily household tasks. She is a sweet girl who is looking for a home to pamper and love her forever! Marilou is an affectionate senior Domestic Shorthair with a beautiful dilute tortie and white coat. She’s a relaxed and friendly girl who enjoys relaxing and snuggling with her favorite people. Marilou is a sweet cat and is always up for a good scratch behind the ears! Ralph Malph is a 4-year-old Domestic Longhair with a soft, grey coat. He’s an outgoing and social fellow who enjoys the company of people and loves to be petted. He’s the kind of cat who would love to lounge with you while you read or watch TV. Sand is a buff tabby who’s about 8 years old. She’s a shy girl, but with a little TLC, we know that she will open up and let her beautiful personality shine. She’s a gentle and quiet cat who is just looking for a loving family of her own. WaNted: voluNteerS These Organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words Park City Museum Do you love history and Park City? Are you interested in furthering your involvement in the community? The Park City Museum needs volunteers to help install and take down traveling exhibits, catalog and process collection items, assist in the Research Library, lead both adult tours and school group programs, and assist as gallery guides. Please contact Jenette Purdy at the Park City Museum for more information: 435-6497457 or education@parkcityhistory.org. PCSD Good Neighbors Program Park City School District needs volunteers to help adult English language learners or adults with limited literacy develop skills and confidence to live and thrive in our community. Tutor conversational English, English grammar, reading and/or writing. Morning, afternoon, evening and weekend sessions are available and the time commitment is approximately 3-4 hours per week. For more information contact Judy Tukuafu at 435-6150216 or jtukuafu@pcschools.us. Park City READS Park City READS (Recognizing, Educating and Advocating for Dyslexic Students) promotes elevating literacy through early identification of struggling readers, effective reading interventions, and appropriate classroom accommodations. Park City READS helps people navigate through diagnostic testing, school interventions, tutoring, and technology resources. Membership is free and open to the public. For information about volunteer opportunities, contact ParkCityREADS@gmail.com or search for PC READS on Facebook. Peace House Peace House is seeking volunteers to assist in their efforts to end the cycle of violence and domestic abuse within Summit and Wasatch Counties. Volunteers are currently needed for special events, fundraising, marketing, administration, English to Spanish translation, childcare, mentorship and more. Come join our team of caring individuals and help us create more peace through healthy human relationships. Call Volunteer Coordinator Jill Smith at 435-776-6036 or email Jill@peacehouse.org for more information on how you can become involved. Visit our website www.Peacehouse.org to learn more about the exciting things we are doing. Park Silly Sunday Market Join the Park Silly Family this year and be a part of Utah’s first zero waste, free street festival every Sunday from June 3rd – September 23rd. Volunteer for one Sunday or more, stay for the morning or stay all day. Bring a buddy, a grandchild, or a neighbor and qualify for fun prizes and a free lunch while you serve your community and make new friends. It’s the best volunteer gig in town! Call Beth at 435-649-5151 or sign up at www.parksillysundaymarket.com/apply/volunteers. PCCAPS Mentors PCCAPS, the successful business and education collaboration for Park City High School juniors and seniors, is seeking mentors with skills in software and web development, business, digital design, and engineering for highly motivated students completing real projects for local and international businesses such as RAMP, Rockwell-Collins, Adobe, Skull Candy and many more. Help develop students for success in the 21st century global workforce. Participate once, weekly, or monthly, your choice. Visit parkcitycaps.com, contact lyanderson@pcschools.us or call 435-659-4847. People’s Health Clinic People’s Health Clinic is looking for volunteers who want to make a difference. We are open Monday through Friday and have volunteer opportunities (ages 17 and older) daily in vital sign intake, phlebotomy and Spanish/English interpretation. Fill out an online inquiry at www.peopleshealthclinic.org or contact Meg in our development office at 435-333-1863 Recycle Utah Recycle Utah, the primary recycling hub in Summit County for the last 25 years, is seeking volunteers. Get fresh air, burn calories, and make your community cleaner and greener. Help is needed in the front office, the warehouse, and assisting with daily operations. Recycle Utah also relies on volunteers at special events like Harvest Fest and collection events. For more information, contact Haley Lebsack at outreach@recycleutah. org or 435-649-9698. For a full list of volunteer opportunities, visit parkrecord.com/ volunteers B-7 1990 2018 |