Colorado Official State Vacation Guide 2008 - (Page 1) Welcome to Colorado Lone Eagle Peak in the Indian Peaks Wilderness ©Eric Wunrow Welcome! Q: You’ve lived almost your entire life in Colorado and you are the first native-born governor in more than 35 years. Clearly this state has a hold on you. What is it about Colorado that you love so much? fishing one of our pristine rivers, or visiting one of our world-class mountain resorts, we offer something for everyone. Governor Bill Ritter knows the state of Colorado inside and out. Raised on a farm in Arapahoe County — the sixth of 12 children — the governor of the state has always had a deep connection with Colorado’s land and people. We had a chance to interview him and see what bits of advice he had for travelers coming to Colorado. Q: A: Colorado has a hold not just on me, but nearly my entire extended family, and there are dozens and dozens of us Ritters spread across Colorado. I love Colorado’s rich diversity — both its land and its people. Whether you’re walking in the heart of downtown Denver, Colorado may be best known for its natural beauty. Do you have a favorite vista in Colorado? One that exemplifies this beauty? and rugged mountains are breathtaking and awe-inspiring. Our river valleys are serene and inviting. And our agricultural communities — from northern Colorado to the Eastern Plains to the San Luis Valley to the Western Slope — are special in their own right. MORE ONLINE! For the full interview A: I travel this vast state frequently, both by air and by car, and I can honestly say that on every trip I discover something new. Our massive with Governor Bill Ritter, and to see where in Colorado he and his family like to visit, go to www.colorado.com/governor. 1-800-Colorado | www.colorado.com 1 http://www.colorado.com
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