In the NoCo LIVE in Estes Park: An Evening with Melissa Strong

Melissa Strong is a writer, entrepreneur and prominent figure in both Estes Park and Colorado's rock climbing community. But at one of the most exciting moments of her life, a random accident left her hands badly damaged and threatened everything she'd worked for. In her new memoir, Climbing Through: A Courageous Story of Grit, Healing, and Second Chances, Melissa tells the story of how she moved beyond the accident -- and how the toughness and courage she learned from rock climbing helped make it possible.

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, join In The NoCo host Erin O'Toole for a thoughtful, in-depth conversation with Melissa about facing challenges and the power of resilience. It's a live episode taping of KUNC's flagship interview show at the Historic Park Theatre, and you're invited.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 6:30. A reception in the lobby with Erin and Melissa will follow the interview.

Historic Park Theatre

$20 plus ticket fees

06:30 PM - 09:00 PM on Tue, 25 Aug 2026

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The Outdoorsy Women+ Book Club reads one outdoor adventure memoir written by a woman or gender-expansive person per month. 

We meet the first Tuesday of each month
at 5:30 pacific/8:30 eastern

We are often joined by the authors whose books we read for Q&A!
(Put the dates in your calendar now!)

Please join us from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, at The Bird's Nest for the Estes Women's Business Network May Gathering for dinner and a presentation by Melissa Strong -- entrepreneur, owner of the Bird’s Nest, elite climber, author, and survivor.  Come. Network. Bring a friend. $30 includes pizza, wine or soda, and a cupcake.  

Purchase tickets here.