Donkeys released in Cripple Creek

Every May, a herd of donkeys is let loose to roam the streets and grassy hills of Cripple Creek; it's a tradition that has its roots in the mining history of the area, stretching back more than a century.

[@joelbuchanan471]

Good to see animals cared for and considered valuable. This is a good story.

[@jmcg6189]

I was sent this yesterday - my brother was there and appeared in it. I remember being there a few years ago and we were looking for the donkeys. I guess we were there on the wrong day. But it was a great trip anyway.

[@wesdoobner7521]

The donkeys are not that easy to spot. We've been probably ten times and only seen donkeys 3 or 4 times. One time some of them were walking right down the main street until a human jackass scared them off with his loud truck.

[@phattdaddy2974]

I lived on Gold Camp Rd. for a few years in the late'90's and early 2000's and one of my favorite things in C.C. were the "Donkey at Large" road signs, along with the four legged friends.

[@RealMTBAddict]

Donkeys*
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[@joelbuchanan471]

Find a new place to be a snotty kid. Really missed the point honey.