Cuchara Camps (jan 1, 1906 – 15h 43min, jun 19, 2026 y)

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In 1906, George Alfred Mayes saw more than just land when he purchased the old W.J. Gould Ranch—he saw the potential for a mountain haven. Mayes and his wife moved to Cuchara for his health in 1908 and founded “Cuchara Camps” – a summer resort intended to capitalize on the area’s beauty and cool climate.(1) By 1911, his vision had come to life as Cuchara Camps, a thriving summer retreat nestled in the cool Colorado high country. Mayes turned a truck into an advertising billboard he used to promote the Cuchara Camps. (2) The truck was covered with posters promoting Cuchara as a medicinal antidote, scenic treasure, and perfect place for a summer home.

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