WELCOME
to your Neighborhood Guidebook–
Your guide to the best
neighborhood in Colorado!
W
hether you’re staying a day, a week or a lifetime, welcome to one of the
coolest neighborhoods in the world!
This guidebook is designed to provide all the information you need to get the most out of your
stay here. Whether your passion is skiing, hiking, fishing or just kicking back to enjoy some cool
mountain air, you’ve picked the perfect spot.
Please take a few minutes to acclimate yourself to our unique neighborhood and the many recreational opportunities available. Please respect our values and code of conduct to maximize
your enjoyment and the rights of all property owners who live here.
Your neighbors are here to help! Most of the folks you will see here are full-time residents who
have lived in the area for many years. If you have any questions regarding recreation in the
area, our code of conduct or anything else, please ask! We love to share our knowledge and experience to ensure you get the most from your stay.
First Edition, May 2015
The
Big
1. San Juan River Village is a combination of
privately owned homes with common areas for
the use of homeowners, guests and rental guests.
Common areas include the fishing pond which is
stocked annually and available for all forms of
fishing, and the San Juan River which is available
for catch and release fly-fishing. All of the common areas are bordered by privately owned homes
and property, so it is critical that you know and
adhere to the marked access points and parking
areas to respect the privacy rights of owners along
the river. Please take a moment to review the access points, color-coded maps and code of conduct
before using these amenities.
2. When you live and stay in the mountains,
keeping trash and any scented items (coolers, food
items, etc.) away from wildlife is critical. Never
feed wildlife or try to attract wildlife. Keep all
trash indoors or within a locked bear-proof container at all times. Know and follow the trash
guidelines for effective trash removal so that bears
and other wildlife cannot access trash. When we
allow bears and other animals to access trash and
food (birdseed, dog food, coolers, etc) we create
a significant safety hazard for humans that ultimately harms or kills the wildlife as well.
We’ve found there are three
pieces of information that
are most helpful to
newcomers. They are all
covered in more detail
within the guidebook, but
are covered here in a
cliff-notes fashion to get
you rolling…
3. The roads you travel on in the neighborhood
are county roads and all Colorado laws and regulations apply. Roads are for the use of licensed
vehicles by licensed drivers only. The speed limit
is 15 miles per hour primarily for your safety. It
also helps to reduce dust in the neighborhood.
Please add ten or fifteen seconds to your drive
time by adhering to the speed limit. Your neighbors will certainly appreciate your kindness and
consideration here.
Your understanding of and adherence to the
items discussed above is greatly appreciated
and will go a long way in creating a stress free,
enjoyable stay. Each item above is discussed in
more detail within the guidebook. As always, if
you have questions, please ask a neighbor! We’re
here to help! Failure to understand and follow
these guidelines can result in arrest and fines.
San Juan River Village
This map is your guide for river and recreational access.
Note that the detail maps show acceptable places to park.
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The Off Road
EXPERIENCE
Our beautiful mountains are the perfect
place for four-wheeling and bicycle riding!
Pagosa Springs offers the perfect resources
to help you create a your own memorable
experience. Pagosa Trail Riders is an active
local club that encourages having fun while
riding safe and respecting the environment.
The map below is taken from their website:
www.pagosatrailriders.com. For complete
information and this map in brochure form
stop by Pagosa Motorsports, 127 Goldmine
Dr.. (It’s on the left as you drive up Put Hill).
Please note that Colorado only allows licensed vehicles on county roads, and all
roads in San Juan River Village are dedicated
county roads. ATVs are not licensed in Colorado, so you will probably have to trailer
your vehicles to access points for your ride.
Avid bike riders are plentiful in the area as
well! Go to www.pagosatrails.net for mountain bike maps and more information.
Our Culture & Our Values
Our Culture
We are a neighborhood who shares a common passion for the serenity and
beauty of living in the mountains.
We treasure the ability to find peace and quiet right outside our door, hiking
along mountain trails, or casting a line into the San Juan River.
We enjoy a relaxed and friendly environment were privacy is respected and being a great neighbor is top priority. We watch out for and support one another.
We seek to live in harmony with nature and work to reduce our impact on the
animals and environment in which we share.
Our Values
We respect the privacy of all homeowners in our neighborhood. This neighborhood is a collection of neighborhood common ground and private property (see
map). Please enter and exit common areas from marked areas only. Blue rocks mark
neighborhood access points to and from neighborhood common areas. Red rocks
designate private property (optional by owner) and must be respected. Passage
across private property is trespassing and may be prosecuted.
We respect the fish. The owners of the neighborhood pay to stock the river
annually. We value catch-and-release fishing ethics which includes flies
with single barbless hooks. Please catch as many as you can, but release
them all for someone to catch again (the fishing pond is stocked annually
as well with no gear criteria, please feel free to take one of these home).
We respect the environment. Please pack out any trash that
you create and bring along someone else’s from upstream if
necessary. This includes fishing line and gear that might
endanger fish health. Food scraps and waste can
become a magnet for bear activity.
We respect every neighbor’s right
to a tranquil fishing experience. No
neighbor has the right to interrupt,
question or interrogate another
neighbor or their guests while
enjoying the common areas.
Failure to live up to these
values may entail loss
of common ground
privileges or fines.
Code of Conduct for Common Area Usage
u Park only in designated parking areas (blue markers/see map)
u Use marked access points (blue areas on map) for entry and
exit to neighborhood common areas and the river.
u Please do not trespass on private land (red areas on map). A
good rule of thumb is to keep your feet wet while in the river
corridor.
u Respect the privacy of those around you. This includes landowners and other recreational users in the common area.
No loud music or behavior while in the common areas.
u The fishing pond is stocked annually and is open to all forms
of fishing. Please feel free to take a few home if you wish!
u The river is designated as a catch-and-release. Flies and
lures with barbless single hooks are required.
u Trash that is accessible to wildlife and bears creates a safety
threat in the neighborhood. Keep all trash, food and scented
items indoors. Use bear-proof lockable trash containers at
all times.
u Drive 15 mph or slower to minimize dust and maximize
safety. Our children thank you as well!
u No open fires during drought periods and fire ban restrictions (often). No fireworks allowed due to fire threat. The
West Fork Complex fire burned over 110,000 acres in 2013
and started just 7 miles east of the neighborhood.
u Please keep your pet on a lease or under control at all times.
This is also a county ordinance enforceable by the Sheriff.
u Please turn off all OUTSIDE lights when not outside. The
lights attract bugs which in turn attracts, skunks, bats,
bears etc… anything that eats bugs.
Need Help? Here are some resources for assistance:
SJRV Board of Directors - Contacts:
President – Joe Jordan
[email protected]
Vice President – Steve Wilkins
[email protected]
Treasurer – Dick Ray
[email protected]
Secretary – Julene Campbell
[email protected]
Architectural Committee – Jeff Hester
[email protected]
Local Numbers:
Sheriff
Non-Emergency (970) 264-8430
Emergency 911
Medical Assistance / Hospitals
Pagosa Springs Medical Center
95 S Pagosa Blvd, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone:(970) 731-3700
Ambulance service
(970) 731-3704
Disclaimer: This is a working document and subject to changes and corrections as needed.