Cripple Creek Donkeys - Two Mile High Club

08/04/2026

🌄🫏 We’re headed to Victor! 🫏🌄 Aug 8 & 9

The Two Mile High Club is excited to be part of the City of Mines Summer Festival in historic Victor, Colorado, and we can’t wait to spend the weekend with our mountain neighbors!

We’ll be bringing a couple of our famous Cripple Creek Donkey Ambassadors, along with our Two Mile High Club merchandise trailer, so be sure to stop by to say “hay!” 🫏 Pick up some donkey merchandise, meet the long-eared ambassadors of the World’s Greatest Gold Camp, and learn more about the history they represent.

While you’re there, enjoy everything this brand-new festival has to offer:
🎶 Live music all weekend
🛍️ Local vendors
🚚 Food trucks
🍺 Beer garden
🥇 Gold panning
🎈 Kids activities
…and a beautiful summer weekend in the historic mountain town of Victor!

📅 August 8 | 10 AM to 5 PM
📅 August 9 | 10 AM to 4 PM

Come support local businesses, explore the rich mining history of the area, and make a day of it in the mountains. We hope to see you there! 💛🫏

08/04/2026

🚓💙 Our hats (and donkey ears) are off to the incredible Cripple Creek Police Department 💙🫏

If you’ve ever been to one of our events, you’ve seen them in action, but during the 95th Annual Donkey Derby Days, they truly went above and beyond.

From proudly leading the parade to safely clearing streets and escorting every single amateur donkey race, they kept participants, spectators, volunteers, and our long-eared ambassadors safe all weekend long. That’s no small feat when you’ve got excited crowds… and equally excited donkeys! 🫏😄

We are incredibly fortunate to have a police department that doesn’t just protect our community, they are an active part of it. Their dedication, professionalism, and willingness to jump in wherever they’re needed help make Cripple Creek such a special place.

So if you’re looking for a chance to say thank you, here’s the perfect opportunity!

📍 National Night Out
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕒 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
📍 Cripple Creek-Victor Football Field

Stop by, meet the officers, enjoy the activities, and let them know how much they’re appreciated. A simple “thank you” goes a long way.

From all of us at the Two Mile High Club and the Cripple Creek Donkeys… thank you, Cripple Creek PD, for always having our backs. We appreciate every one of you! ❤️🚔🫏

You're Invited!

2026 National Night Out

Hosted by the Cripple Creek Police Department

Join the Cripple Creek Police Department for an afternoon of fun, community, and connection at National Night Out 2026!

National Night Out is a nationwide event that brings neighbors, families, and law enforcement together to build stronger relationships and create a safer community for everyone.

📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Cripple Creek-Victor Football Field

Come enjoy:

Meet and visit with Cripple Creek Police officers
Police vehicles and equipment displays
Family-friendly activities and games
Food and refreshments
Music and entertainment
Community resource booths
Fun for all ages!

Whether you're new to the community or have called Cripple Creek home for years, we invite you to spend the afternoon with us. It's a great opportunity to get to know your local officers, connect with your neighbors, and celebrate the partnerships that help keep our community safe.

We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information, please contact the Cripple Creek Police Department at 719-689-2655.

Together, we build a stronger, safer Cripple Creek.

08/03/2026

🐴📰 The August Newsletter is here! 📰🐴

Catch up on everything happening with the historic Cripple Creek Donkeys and the Two Mile High Club! From recent adventures and community events to what’s coming up next, there’s plenty of long-eared fun to enjoy.

Take a few minutes to read the latest updates and see what our famous donkey ambassadors have been up to. ❤️🫏

Thank you for supporting the care and preservation of the historic Cripple Creek Donkeys. Every share, membership, donation, and kind word helps keep this incredible Colorado tradition thriving! 💙
To subscribe to our newsletter, visit www.cripplecreekdonkeys.com,
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Two Mile High Club Caretakers of the Cripple Creek Donkeys Since 1931

08/01/2026

🇺🇸🏔️ Happy 150th Birthday, Colorado! 🫏💛

Today we celebrate 150 years of Colorado statehood as the 38th state and the incredible history that helped shape our great state.

The Cripple Creek Gold Boom helped build Colorado, fueling the growth of communities like Colorado Springs. Behind that story were the hardworking mining donkeys that carried ore, supplies, and hope through the tunnels of the World’s Greatest Gold Camp.

While many people call them “wild,” that’s a common misconception. The Cripple Creek Donkeys aren’t wild. They’re hoofed historians: living ambassadors preserving the legacy of the mining donkeys that helped build Colorado.

Here’s to 150 years of history, heritage, and the long ears that continue to keep that story alive.

Happy Birthday, Colorado! 🫏⛏️🏔️❤️

08/01/2026

🇺🇸🏔️ Happy 150th Birthday, Colorado! 🫏💛

Today we celebrate 150 years of Colorado statehood as the 38th state, and here in Cripple Creek, we’re proud to celebrate a story that helped shape our state.

Long before highways crossed these mountains and visitors filled our historic streets, hardworking donkeys climbed these rugged hills alongside miners. They carried ore, supplies, equipment, and hope through the tunnels of the World’s Greatest Gold Camp, becoming trusted partners in one of the greatest gold booms in American history.

The discovery of gold in Cripple Creek changed Colorado forever. The wealth pulled from these mountains helped fuel railroads, businesses, and communities across the state, playing a significant role in the growth and development of Colorado Springs and beyond.

That is why the Cripple Creek Donkeys are so much more than adorable long ears.

While many people call them “wild,” that’s a common misconception. The Cripple Creek Donkeys aren’t wild. They’re hoofed historians: living ambassadors preserving the story of the hardworking mining donkeys that helped build the World’s Greatest Gold Camp and the Colorado we know today.

Every ear scratch, every visit, every smile, and every story shared helps keep that remarkable legacy alive for future generations.

Today, as we celebrate Colorado’s 150th birthday, we also celebrate the resilient miners, the communities they built, and the humble donkeys whose strength, grit, and unwavering partnership helped make it all possible.

From the mountains that made history to the long ears that continue to tell it…

Happy 150th Birthday, Colorado! 🎉🏔️🫏💙

The Cripple Creek Donkeys… not just ambassadors, but hoofed historians proudly carrying Colorado’s story, one step at a time. ⛏️💛🫏

07/31/2026

Happening this weekend! Come celebrate Colorado in historic Cripple Creek tomorrow!!

07/31/2026

🫏 BREAKING NEWS: LOCAL DONKEYS TRY “FREEDOM”… IMMEDIATELY GO HOME. 🫏

By Deckers, Chief Donkey Correspondent

This summer, several of us younger donkeys were officially cleared by the veterinarian to roam a little more freely. It sounded exciting at the time…

But after a very important herd-wide review, we reached our official conclusion:

We missed our family. ❤️

So I, Deckers, proudly took responsibility and led everyone right back to the pasture where we belong.

Because here’s the truth—we’re herd animals. We don’t think like humans. We think like family. And family sticks together.

Tarzan continues to enjoy his special senior feed and well-earned comfort. Hershey still keeps us younger donkeys in line (as he always has). And King Coco 👑, now 44 years old, reminds us daily that excellent veterinary care, proper nutrition, and a whole lot of love are the real secrets to a long, happy life. Wild donkeys are lucky to reach their early 20s, so we take our blessings seriously around here.

The best part? You’re always welcome to visit us at the pasture anytime. We’re much easier to find here—and we’re always happy to say “hay!” 🫏

🫏 HERD PHILOSOPHY UPDATE:
Life in the herd is always moving, always adapting. New seasons bring new challenges, and this year our focus is especially clear: with several of our donkeys now in their senior years, the wellbeing of the entire herd comes first. Every decision we make, every slow walk we take, and yes—even every dramatic pause in the pasture—is guided by care, comfort, and family.

Stay tuned for our post vet-day news…

❤️ CC-DNN | Cripple Creek Donkeys News Network

07/28/2026

💜 Seeking Purple Heart Recipients to Ride on Our Tribute Float💜

The Two Mile High Club is honored to bring back the Purple Heart Float for the Salute to American veterans rally Parade in Cripple Creek.

Cripple Creek is proud to be a designated Purple Heart Community and part of the Purple Heart Trail, connecting communities across Pueblo, El Paso, and Teller counties through the service and sacrifices of Purple Heart recipients.

Last year, we had the privilege of honoring 10 Purple Heart recipients in two parades. This year, we are once again seeking Purple Heart recipients to ride on this beautiful tribute float as the community gathers to recognize their courage, dedication, service, and sacrifice.

We understand that receiving a Purple Heart is not something most recipients speak about or seek recognition for. This is not about asking anyone to boast about their service. It is about giving our communities the opportunity to stand, applaud, and say:

We see you. We remember. We are grateful.

If you are a Purple Heart recipient, or know someone who is, please contact Laura Piccolo at [email protected].

A vetting and verification process is required for all participants.

🇺🇸 Salute to American Veterans Parade
📅 Saturday, August 22
🕙 10:00 a.m.
📍 Cripple Creek, Colorado

Please help us share this message so we can find and honor the heroes among us. 💜🇺🇸