Joy Overbeck
Journalist and Author

"The Valley's Horse Champions" from Vail Valley Magazine Summer 2011
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"Remodel Citizens" from Vail-Beaver Creek Magazine Summer 2011
The reek of chlorine from the entry way's vintage hot tub and a veritable archaeological dig of left-behind 1980's
flotsam gives way to a chic contemporary remodel.

"The Valley's Horse Champions" from Vail Valley Magazine Summer 2011
Today's elite performance horse -- whether the event is dressage, hunter-jumper, or even western cutting competition -- developed from their use as 1200-pound war machines on ancient battlefields. Expert horsemanship continues as our local riding enthusiasts train their champion mounts.

"Past, Present, Perfect" from Colorado Summit Magazine Winter 2011
A sweetly sad portrait of a golden-haired child hidden in the walls is just one of the clues to the home's fascinating past discovered during restoration by the inspired owner-architect and her contractor husband.

"A Vanishing Breed" from Vail Beaver Creek Magazine, Winter 2010
The fascinating stories of Colorado's multi-generational ranching families come to life as photographer John Fielder in his 39th book explores why the state's proud legacy of cattle ranching is worth preserving.

"Breaking Barriers" from Colorado Summit Magazine, Winter 2010
With sustainability all the rage and enviro-consciousness looming large in every headline and talk show, you'd think it would be easy being green. But while the benevolent hand of government is beckoning us into the emerald city of the future, other forms of officialdom sometimes block the road.

***WINNER 2010 COLORADO AUTHOR'S LEAGUE BEST FEATURE AWARD*** "It's a Dog's Life" from Vail Beaver Creek Magazine, Spring 2009
Learn how the incredible working dogs of the Vail Valley develop the talents that allow them to help kids read, cheer hospital patients, find avalanche victims and track down lost hikers and criminals.

"Art Aerie" from LUXE Magazine, Fall 2008
The perfect frame is essential to showing off a masterpiece to its best advantage. And Vernon and Amy Faulconer's stunning home high atop Beaver Creek does just that for their extraordinary collection of contemporary art.

***WINNER 2009 COLORADO AUTHOR'S LEAGUE BEST FEATURE AWARD*** "Final Roundup" from 5280 Denver City Magazine, February 2008
Tens of thousands of Colorado horses are being brutally killed to ultimately end their lives on foreign dinner plates. An unlikely band of rescuers is trying to save them.

"Triple Play" from LUXE Magazine, Spring 2008
The three flags flying from Rudi and Jennifer Fronk’s mountain home – flags of America, Canada, and Colorado – say it all. After 14 years in Toronto raising their two kids while Rudi co-managed a gold mining company, the tug of home finally proved irresistible, pulling them back to Colorado where Jennifer grew up.

"You Really Should Talk To Strangers," from Redbook, September, 1995
Sometimes trading tales with someone you've never met -- at the park, on a plane, in the cereal aisle -- can be the beginning of an unexpected adventure or a lifelong friendship.

"Flirting: Cheating Without Really Cheating?"from Health Magazine, September, 2000
Does flirting with someone who's not your mate damage your marriage -- or enhance it?

"Land Grab" from 5280 Denver Magazine, July 2006
Should Centennial State property owners be worried about government and private developers conspiring to steal their land? It's happening right here, right now.

"The Insider's Guide to Taos and the High Road to Santa Fe" from Colorado Expression Magazine, June/July 2006
Exploring the art and history of these legendary Southwest gems is the ultimate road trip.

"Legend of the Longhorn," from 5280 Magazine
(the Denver city magazine) December, 2006
Once nearing extinction, these iconic beasts of the great Lonesome Dove cattle drives are making a Colorado comeback.

"Smith Fork Dude Ranch," from Colorado Expression Magazine, August/September 2006
For the authentic dude ranch experience with deluxe ambiance, head to Smith Fork Ranch where cowgirls never get the blues.