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Garret Dupper

President

Garret Dupper Bio

I was born and raised in western Colorado on the outskirts of Grand Junction at our  family farm. Over the years we have had all kinds of animals including emus, chickens, ducks,  turkeys, geese, pigeons, doves, quail, peafowl, zebra finches, fish, gerbils, dogs, cats, horses,  cattle, a llama, goats, sheep, and so much more. I attended several private academies for  education including Intermountain Adventist Academy and Life Academy. For college I attended  Union College in Lincoln, NE where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science  with an emphasis in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and a minor in Small Business Management. After  graduating Union, I got accepted to Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary  Medicine. 

Staying active in the community has always been a passion of mine. From an early age I  became the president of the 4-H club I was in. After that I took on leadership roles in the Mesa  County 4-H Horse Council and Mesa County 4-H Leadership Council. I also had the honor to  serve as a Mesa County Fair Ambassador for five years. From there I became involved in several  leadership positions in college such as a social committee member and eventually becoming the  social vice-president of the college. Outside of vet school my hobbies include model horses, animal reproduction, and  bluegrass music. Back in 2020 I  started getting more involved with Bluegrass music. From there my idea of hosting a Bluegrass festival in western Colorado was born. As my idea progressed and a team was formed, it officially took on  the name of Pickin’ in The Rockies. I am super excited about this festival and cannot wait to continue growing it.

Rick Cosby

Vice President

Brooke Hahn

Secretary

Brooke Hahn Bio

Brooke Hahn is a full-time student who is finishing a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies with a specialization in Digital Marketing. After graduation, she plans to use her degree to work in the non-profit sector but is currently employed part-time as a Residential Insurance Appraiser. Outside school and work, she spends time caring for her pet poultry and volunteering as the Poultry Superintendent for the Mesa County 4-H program. She also has a passion for the arts and has a particular affinity for photography, fiber arts, and art history.

Larry Dupper

Treasurer

Larry Dupper Bio

Larry Dupper is a father, grandfather, husband and gentleman rancher who lives in Olathe, CO.

Larry is retired from 42 years of service in healthcare administration. He is a Fellow in the Healthcare Financial Management Association. He currently serves on four boards, and has held positions such Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer in numerous non-profit organizations throughout his career.

Melissa Anchondo

VIP Experience Coordinator

Melissa Anchondo Bio

Although I traveled all around as a child, the Grand Valley has always been home! I’m 4th generation of the valley and plan to continue raising my son Carter here as well. As a family, we love the outdoors hiking, fishing and camping, but more than that love spending time spoiling my 4-legged fur babies. We look forward to raising Carter here in the valley as this is our home.

I have spent most of my working life working with animals and know that I always will in some manner. Animals hold a huge piece of my heart, and I am drawn to their undevoted love and compassion. However, I have found a new passion in helping others find their perfect dream home, their first home or help sell their home in hopes to find where they want to call home.

Volunteer Coordinator
Coming Soon…

Erika Soefker

Vendor Coordinator

Erika’s Bio:

I was born in a small town in northeastern Colorado and Moved to Grand Junction when I was 7. I met my husband in Highschool, and we got married in 2016. I am a stay-at-home mom to 4 beautiful children. My older 3 are in school all day so I have more time with my youngest that is 2. I spend my free time running our rodeo company Young Guns Rodeo Co with my husband and hauling my kiddos to all the events they want to be in. I enjoy hunting, paddle boarding and being outside with my husband and kids.