Pirate Radio Denver

KLOKi is a pirate radio station operating outside of the law and without a permit or license. My gear can be confiscated and I can be fined, or even jailed, if the FCC detects my signal. I have already spent two decades of my life behind bars over KLOKi Radio (formally KLOK) after being charged with unauthorized control over professional radio equipment. Calling law enforcement, especially to bring them to my shows or any events I attend, would make no sense. It would be suicide. This is why I am very careful when and where I turn on my transmitters.

IMPORTANT

There are organized groups that infiltrate movements to disrupt and destroy the unity of the scenes they target. They come in all ages, sizes, colors, and styles of dress, and they dig deep into the culture to bring it down. We went to school with many of them who later became police, prosecutors, lawyers, judges, FBI agents, and even ICE agents.

They study the language, adopt the aesthetics, and mirror the values of the communities they intend to fracture. At first, they seem committed, often more vocal and more extreme than longtime members. But their goal is not growth or solidarity. It is distortion. They amplify internal disagreements and frame nuance as betrayal. They push rhetoric toward the outer edges until cooperation becomes impossible.

These groups thrive on mistrust. They suggest that leadership is corrupt, that allies are secret enemies, and that compromise is weakness. They encourage purity tests and public call-outs, knowing that constant internal policing exhausts people and erodes morale. Over time, energy that once fueled creativity, reform, or resistance is redirected inward and consumed by suspicion and infighting.

In some cases, the strategy resembles historic tactics such as COINTELPRO (FBI Counter Intelligence Program), where infiltration and psychological disruption were used to destabilize activist groups. While contexts differ, the underlying method remains familiar. Divide, disorient, and dismantle from within.

The most effective defense against such tactics is transparency, critical thinking, and a culture strong enough to withstand disagreement without collapsing into hostility. Unity does not mean uniformity. It means resilience. When communities prioritize open dialogue, shared principles, and accountable leadership, they become far harder to fracture, no matter who attempts to blend in.

Pirate radio has always been targeted by powerful forces, both locally and nationally. We do not exist to support power structures. We exist to break them down. As a result, we are constantly on the move in every space we occupy. That's what gives pirate radio its elusive nature.

Hostility is our number one threat. When we detect hostility, it is important to understand who the invaders are. Surveillance, signal tracing, intimidation, and infiltration are not new tactics. They are part of the landscape when you operate outside sanctioned systems.

As we begin the summer season a mile high, I hope to bring the entire DPark community together around skating, freestyle BMX riders, friendship circles, music, and conversation. The only motive is to bring people together safely in a public space where there are no power structures other than common decency and respect for one another. I do not believe there is any harm in that. On the other hand, I do understand the threat that kind of community poses to power structures.

As the energy builds, one person at a time, I ask that each of us stay aware of those who seek to divide. They are the ones who sow division. It is important that we know how to identify them so we can avoid them while remaining aware of their presence.

We are gathering in space of togetherness. Let's keep that way.

Minturn and Avon, Colorado are located approximately 110 miles west from Denver on I-70. Daytime events occur in Minturn, CO. Night time events occur in Avon, CO. Both locations are situated along I-70. Be sure to check travel conditions before embarking on your trip.

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Consider carpooling to save on travel expenses and for a better experience with friendship and conversation along the way.

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Day Event in Minturn

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Evening Event in Avon

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After the festival, if you're looking for primitive, free hot springs near Minturn or Avon, consider Penny Hot Springs or Radium Hot Springs. Both are natural, undeveloped mineral springs within driving distance and offer a unique Colorado hot springs experience to enjoy with family, friends, or fellow Hug It Out event goers. These are perfect places to relax free from stress.

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Penny Hot Springs

39.2261° N, -107.2256° W | 39.2260957, -107.2256059

Penny Hot Springs is one of Colorado's best-known free, undeveloped hot springs. It's located on the banks of the Crystal River along Highway 133 between Carbondale and Redstone. Unlike commercial hot springs resorts, it's a natural riverside hot springs with no admission fee, reservations, or developed facilities.

Location:

The hot springs is located on the east side of Highway 133, near marker 55, roughly 14 miles south of Carbondale or 3 miles north of Redstone.

From the parking area, there's a short but somewhat steep and rocky path down to the river.

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Radium Hot Springs

39.9601° N, -106.5400° W | 39.96013, -106.54005

Radium Hot Springs is a free, primitive hot spring located along the Colorado River near the small community of Radium in western Colorado. The spring sits about 15 miles southwest of Kremmling in the BLM-managed Radium Recreation Area.

Location:

The springs are located above the Colorado River in the Radium Recreation Area and are no longer accessed from the old Mugrage/Radium Road route because that access was closed to protect wildlife habitat.

The hot springs themselves are not identified by an official highway mile marker, but the current public access is:

From Avon

• Drive to Exit 205 (Silverthorne / CO-9)
• Take CO-9 North through Silverthorne to Kremmling
• Kremmling to Trough Road (County Road 1)
• Just south of Kremmling, turn onto Trough Road / Grand County Road 1
• Head west on Trough Road 12-14 miles
• Look for Warm Springs Road sign off Trough Road, then turn right (north)
• Drive ~0.9-1.5 miles to the end. Park at the BLM Warm Springs Trailhead
• The Warm Springs Road junction is about 1.5 miles northeast of Radium Road.
• Park at the Warm Springs Trailhead and hike roughly 0.75 mile to the springs.

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Other Recreational Opportunities

Eagle River Access Along Highway 6

Between Minturn and Avon, there are numerous informal pull-offs and public-access points along the Eagle River. Anglers frequently use these areas, and many have shallow pools suitable for wading and cooling off.

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Minturn to EagleVail Float

Many locals float sections of the Eagle River downstream from Minturn toward EagleVail during lower summer flows. This is entirely primitive recreation with no formal shuttle system or maintained tubing route. Water levels, strainers, and river hazards change every year, so scouting beforehand is essential. The Eagle River is a popular recreation corridor through Minturn, Avon, and EagleVail.

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Hidden Gems

Cemetery Bridge Area (Minturn)

Near Little Beach Park, several gravel bars and slower-moving side channels develop during mid-to-late summer. These are often better for lounging and wading than the main current. Water depth changes annually, so expect to explore a bit.

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Dowd Junction Area

Where Gore Creek joins the Eagle River west of Minturn, there are several public-access trails and riverbank areas. Swimming opportunities are limited but there are some deeper pools during lower-flow periods.

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Safety Notes

The Eagle River is not a typical Midwest tubing river:

• Peak runoff (usually June) creates powerful, dangerous currents.
• Water temperatures are often in the 40s-60s °F even in summer.
• Helmets and PFDs are strongly recommended for any tubing through moving water.
• Late July through early September generally offers the most manageable recreational conditions.

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