July Fourth in Telluride

Telluride's 4th of July celebration is a big hit every year. The mountian weather isn't to hot, and today the sun is out, so it is the perfect time of year to celebrate the 4th of July in the Rocky Mountains.

The festivities for the 4th are always fun. This morning we had a small town parade. Instead of huge floats we have parading locals: some on horseback, some on motorcycles, all with huge smiles and all in the spirt of fun.

A ceremony introducing all local veterans as well as any veteran present who would like to be honored preceded the parade, which set the tone for a true celebration of the 4th of July.

Telluride is also proud to recognize Charlie Garbarini, a New York Fire Fighter and hero who participated in the September 11 rescue effort in New York City.

All of the 4th of July Telluride festivites are sponsored by the Telluride Firefighters. They sponsor the parade, have a bbq in Town Park, and are responsible for Telluride's fireworks display in the mountains. Hopefully the rain will hold out for a great fireworks show tonight.