As the weather warms up, many of us are tempted with the promise of a normal Colorado summer. Bright mornings to warm up the day. Overcast, yet warm afternoons. Cool, striking sunsets over the foothills of Horsetooth Rock. Yet we are all still very much aware that this is anything but a “normal” summer!

This is why Colorado Real Estate Pros is encouraging everyone to do something outdoors every month,  every week, and every day – this summer!

Monthly: Go fishing, hiking, or boating
The Fort Collins / Loveland area has plenty of bodies of water that you can easily pop over to in the evening or early on a weekend for good fishing or boating. Horsetooth Falls, hiking the A, and the Devil’s Backbone in Loveland are all quick hikes that you can do each week. For a longer hike, try heading up to the Blue Lake Trailhead.

Weekly: Grilling at home, playing at the park
With parks opening back up, it’s a great time to go out and have a catch with a Frisbee or baseball with your family or friends. Maybe set up some cornhole boards or other lawn games. Grilling on your patio is a great way to spend any evening. Try my Honey BBQ Shrimp Recipe below!
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Daily: Go for a walk, a run, or bike ride
​Fort Collins is one of the best cities in the entire nation when it comes to trails inside the city. Chances are there is a trail of some kind for riding, running, or walking within a minute or two from your home. The convenience of Fort Collins makes this extremely easy to do, and is a great way to decompress at the end of a day!

My favorite way to grill shrimp that is sweet, tangy, and flavorful. Don’t say I didn’t warn you how delicious it is!
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Ingredients
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (I prefer Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ)
1/4 cup Honey
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 cloves of fresh garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup unsalted butter (half stick)
Salf & Pepper
1 to 1.5 pounds of fresh shrimp

Instructions
-Preheat your grill
-In a medium bowl, mix barbeque sauce, honey, lemon juice, and garlic.
-In a small sauce pan or bowl (microwave) melt butter.
-Mix melted butter with olive oil and salt & pepper
-Skewer shrimp 5-6 per skewer
-Brush shrimp liberally with butter/oil mix
-Grill for 2 minutes, then flip and brush shrimp with barbeque mixture
-Grill for 2 more minutes
-Flip shrimp every 60 seconds, alternating brushing between butter mixture and barbeque mixture until the shrimp are done
-Enjoy!

2620 Glendale Dr. Loveland, CO - $499k
This amazing Emerald Glen Home, on nearly a quarter acre of land, boasts of a grand 3777 sqft 5bd/4ba home. New flooring through the main and upper levels, appliances, HVAC, and roof create low maintenance living. Tons of room for you to spread out with 3 separate large living spaces and an amazing flagstone patio to enjoy the Colorado outdoors.
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Need space for your toys? This home has a massive 3+ car garage. Still need more? Your freshly renovated master retreat has a private balcony. This centrally located home has it all. Don't miss out this home.

1832 36th Ave. Ct. Greeley, CO - Mid $300's
Prime location in Greeley! Has a secluded garage that is oversized – room for up to vehicles plus storage. The upgrades on this property simply can’t be matched. New SS appliances, new windows, solid wood doors, granite, tile, paint, carpet, wood flooring, wood fireplace, built-in grill and more. The house is already prepared for web bar or hot tub installation.

2025 & 2027 Abilene Ct. Fort Collins, CO 80525 - Low $500's
This large duplex is close to all of the amenities that one could want in a large Fort Collins home! Located near the intersection of Drake and Timberline, there is grocery shopping less than a mile away with access to food and shopping as well. Only about 10 minute drive from Old Town Fort Collins and the Foothills Shopping Mall.
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10194 W. Dartmouth, Lakewood, CO 80227 - Low $300's
This is a highly sought after townhome in the Pheasant Creek subdivision, priced to sell quickly. The townhome features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathroom, finished basement, energy-efficient double-pane windows and AC. Upgrades include granite countertops tile backsplash and counter seating in the kitchen. Backyard has a fenced patio that opens to a community greenbelt. There is one reserved parking space for the unit, as well as plenty of public parking for additional vehicles. All exterior maintenance, trash, water, and snow removal is covered by the HOA. Amazing property priced to sell, inquire today!

855 Pioneer Dr. Milliken, CO - $339K
This beautiful ranch home in Milliken, CO is located in the Settlers Village ranch. There are upgrades throughout this home! The kitchen and living area are open-concept and spacious with upgraded finishes such as stainless steel appliances, farm sink, and over-sided cabinets. Beautiful landscaped backyard with plenty of space and large rounded patio – perfect for patio furniture and a grill or fire pit!

The neighborhood is centrally located near schools, shopping centers, and the community recreation center. This home is move-in ready and has everything you would want in a new home!

1625 W. Elizabeth Unit L1, Fort Collins, CO - Low $200's
2 bed 1 bath condo centrally located near campus.  This condo is in the middle of all the action and is ready for its next adventure.
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​909 Depot Dr. Milliken CO - $387K
Located on a premium lot backing up to open space this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home has been professionally designed to be bright and inviting. The gourmet kitchen features 42" white cabinets, upgraded quartz countertops and stainless appliances. The open concept design is enhanced with hard surface flooring throughout the main level. A tasteful powder room has been added to the main level as well. Additional room for storage and expansion in the unfinished basement. Topping things off is the massive three car tandem garage, which measures in at 875sqft!

205 Muscovey Lane, Johnstown, CO - $410K
Stunning home near Pioneer Ridge School. New roof, AC, and furnace! Upgrades include granite countertops, HIVE thermostat, concrete backyard patio, newer paint, and RING security. Meticulously clean, OPEN floorplan, fenced in yard, and MAMMOTH 5-piece Master bedroom area WITH your own gas fireplace. This 2 story home has a private fenced in backyard with large shed, an exterior door that communicates with the garage (a RARE find!), and is located less than 2 blocks to Pioneer Ridge school.
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326 Riviera Johnstown, CO - Sold for $352K
Beautiful ranch style home in the heart of Johnstown. Open & bright floor plan with vaulted ceilings, skylight & gas fireplace. Updated kitchen, plenty of counter space, granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances. Full unfinished basement w/ rough in. Privacy fenced backyard w/ large patio & concrete walkways. Large front yard, covered front porch & extra driveway parking. Recent updates- roof, windows, furnace & paint Home has some smart home features -Nest thermostat & Vivint home security.

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