Bottoms Up

With the inevitable winter season lurking around the corner, Durango’s longtime no kill dog shelter, Annie’s Orphans, needed a helping hand preparing its dog-town digs for the cold. Providing aid, humor and handy-man skills to get the job done were none other than the fine folks of Rent-a-Man. Building and repairing dog houses, spreading straw and keeping the furry k9 pals in good company, were just a few of the helpful tasks volunteered. Here’s a look:
 
  • Day in the Life
    Forest Bello lays down a warm blanket of straw over the Environmental Center’s demonstration garden at Fort Lewis College.
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    A snowmobile catches some early morning rays at Durango Mountain Resort.
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    Feathery hoar frost grows on a willow branch near Cascade.
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    The sole chairlift at Ski Hesperus awaits...

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