“Killing two birds with one stone.”

A rather violent, mid-17th century phrase some of us used as children.

As someone who now feeds and watches birds, I much prefer “Feed two birds with one scone.” I’m also OK with “Kill two mosquitoes with one slap.” I recall nightmarish camping trips in Wisconsin where mosquitoes feasted on us as we tried to sleep.

Anytime you can accomplish two goals with one action, why would you not?

Visit COS seeks to encourage visitors to come during our “shoulder seasons” (fall and spring) and tries to provide enticing reasons to visit during the winter months.

Spreading visitors across more months would ease crowded trails and trailheads. Visitors contribute to the economic health of our local shops, attractions, hotels and restaurants. They also help pay cit

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