western Slope - Wednesdays

April 7 Chelsea Nursery 9:00 am 3347 G Rd, Clifton, CO 81520

A small nursery with outstanding views and gardens. They Specialize in growing Native, Xeric Plants, and Hardy Cacti. This will be a fun place to explore and paint. Something for everyone. Lots of place to explore and paint.

April 14th Orchard Mesa Canal Road - 9:00 am. 

Orchard Mesa Canal Road. We will paint on the Orchard Mesa Canal Road, 50 yards north of the intersection at 30 Road and A ½ road.  You will be able to paint old barns, water canal, farmland, wetlands, old cottonwood trees, and long-distance views. Sorry, no restrooms or water.

Map Link to the location: https://goo.gl/maps/T3vQ3TK3Nb1E61hRA

April 21st Renee Reynold’s Ranch - 9:00 am. 

Map Link to the location: https://goo.gl/maps/T3vQ3TK3Nb1E61hRA

April 28th Escalante canyon Captain Smiths Cabin. or anywhere along the road – 10:00 am. 

This location is an enchanting red rock canyon area which is truly one of the most beautiful unknown treasures in this part of the state.  The old cabin is about 10 miles down Escalante Road. Make sure to bring water, food, and a good sense of adventure. There are restrooms, a shaded area, and views further down the road at the Keyhole rest area.   RSVP so we will expect you.

Directions: Captain Smiths Cabin is located thirty miles from the intersection of 32 Road and U.S.50 in Grand Junction. To get there travel for approximately twenty-one miles towards Delta on U.S. 50. Turn right (South) onto Escalante Canyon Road and stay on the main road 8 miles as it winds and weaves its way down the canyon.  Feel free to pull over and paint along the way

Map link to the location: https://goo.gl/maps/6pGTp1jmyp3V3D548