River Valley Ranch is a GREAT place to live! These articles deal with issues unique to living at RVR, in the Roaring Fork Valley, in Colorado, and in an HOA. In particular, there is valuable home, fire, and personal safety information included in this section.
General Information
Bear Proofing Your Home
A Bear’s Quest for Calories
Town of Carbondale Ordinance 14 – Trash Containers
Living with Lions
Living with Pets at RVR
We love our Pets! And, in a community like River Valley Ranch, we need to be conscious of the impact our pets may have on our neighbors. Following is information about Town of Carbondale regulations and RVR standards for courteous pet ownership.
Town of Carbondale Animal Ordinances
Town of Carbondale Pet Regulation FAQ’s
Dogs, Leashes, and Bringing Your Pet to the Ranch House
Cleaning Up After Your Pets
AVMA – Responsible Pet Ownership Guidelines
AHA – Cats: Indoor vs. Outdoors
Is Your Dog a Good Neighbor?
Emergency Preparedness Information
Emergency Preparedness Checklist
Red Cross Ready Checklist
Landscape Maintenance and Protocols
Tree Care Protocol
Be Water Smart!
Firewise Information
Firewise Website
A Guide to Firewise Principles
Firewise Checklist for Homeowners
Fire Adapted Communities Website
Ready Set Go Website
What to Do in Case of Wildfire