• Chris.Kopf@CBMP.com
  • |
  • (970) 209-5405

Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf

Chris Kopf Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties

  • SEARCH MLS
  • My Listings
  • Areas
    • Crested Butte
    • Mt Crested Butte
    • Gunnison
    • Almont
    • Maps
    • Subdivisions
    • Local Information
    • Colorado
  • Sell Your Home
    • Coldwell Banker Global Luxury
  • Blog
  • About Me
    • Testimonials
    • Giving Back
    • Newsletter Sign-Up
  • Contact
  • Newsletter Sign-Up

Lions and Tigers and Bears

August 19, 2019 By Chris Kopf

Lions and Tigers and Bears…Lions and Tigers and Bears…

It was 2:00am in the morning and our dog Millie was growling and barking like crazy!

I got the sharp kick from under the covers from my wife Francene along with a grunt. So I jumped into a phonebooth and put on my superhero costume and stumbled downstairs to see what was going on…  I looked at Millie who I had to restrain from bolting out the door and she was saying – danger, let me out there.  I turned on the outdoor light and looked outside – nothing. I stopped and listened… nothing.

I went back upstairs and went to bed. Millie eventually stopped barking.

The next day we found our trash can in the garage tipped over and the trash everywhere – a bag had been pulled out onto the driveway. Evidently a bear had gotten in through the doggie door we have that goes into the garage.

Like clockwork it was 2:00am the next night and Millie was barking like crazy again. And again I got the kick and the grunt, and again charged into the darkness of unknown. But this time I was prepared – I had a flashlight and a tennis racket.

“dude, there is a HUGE bear in your driveway!”

Then I got a text from my neighbor Rex: “dude, there is a HUGE bear in your driveway!”

Whoa!! I was awake. Heart pounding.

I slowly opened the door to scan the front porch – nothing. I walked silently onto the porch and surveyed the driveway – nothing. I was quiet, and heard muffled noises… I went back inside and listened on the other side of the door to the garage. More noises! The bear is in the garage!

I envisioned the bear 2 feet from the door and as soon as I cracked the door – the bear would charge me and be in my house and mayhem would ensue.  I had to see… I cracked the door slowly prepared to shut the door in an instant. I could hear heavy breathing and noises in the garage. I flipped on the light. We have two vehicles in the two car garage and the trash cans in the middle – I could not see the bear, I could only hear the bear. This was very scary.

Lions and Tigers and BearsI thought – okay what is it they tell you…? – NEVER EVER approach a bear that is eating, or a mother with cubs. Hmmm – this bear IS EATING my trash. I need to be careful. I need to get a photo of that bear! But if I go into the garage the door will shut behind me, the bear will see me as a threat, I will surely slip and fall somehow… then it will be all over for me… the bear will eat me!

My mind flashed to the headline – “Chris Kopf Killed By a Bear in His Garage” – “…he was in his boxers and still holding tightly the tennis racket, and his phone had one close-up photo of the bears teeth…”

 

Think. I had to think!

Ok – I slowly opened the door to the garage, flipped on the light, and hit the garage door opener buttons!  Then I yelled “AHHHHHH!!!” and the bear ran away…

I closed the garage doors, locked the doggie door, went back upstairs, puffed out my chest, and informed Francene that all was good. We were safe once again. All quiet on the western front. I battled the beast with my bare hands, but I let it go.  I took off my superhero costume and went back to bed.

It’s a jungle out there…

(stay tuned for the time Mr. Mountain Lion left a present at the top of my driveway…)

Wildlife in and around Mt. Crested Butte

How can I help you with your Crested Butte Real Estate Needs?

When I am not protecting my home and my family from bears, I am a top real estate agent…. 🙂  Customer service, hard work and attention to detail are the keys to my satisfied clients.  I hope this article Skyland Crested Butte 10 Things You Don’t Know is both informative and entertaining for you!

Contact me to help you.  I have been in your shoes – as both a Second Home Buyer and Seller here in Crested Butte.

The Crested Butte area offers a wide variety of properties including ski in/ski out single family homes, ski-in/ski-out condominiums, lake and river frontage properties, golf course property, quality homes in Downtown Crested Butte, and true fine mountain homes on acreage.

To see Crested Butte Homes For Sale or search the MLS – visit ChrisKopf.com.

The Crested Butte Real Estate Market is very active. Click this link to see my monthly Crested Butte Real Estate Market Reports.

I have consistently been a Top Real Estate Agent in Crested Butte, and I appreciate the opportunity to earn your business and be your Crested Butte Real Estate Agent.

Chris Kopf

Broker / Owner
Global Luxury Property Specialist
Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Chris.Kopf@CBMP.com
(970) 209-5405

 

 

Email, RSS Follow

banner

Contact Chris

Providing Superior service to the Crested Butte real estate market.
(970) 209-5405
Email Chris
Google Maps Link

Free Books

Buying your mountain dream home
This message is only visible to admins.
Problem displaying Facebook posts.
Click to show error
Error: Server configuration issue

Connect with me!


Chris Kopf, Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
305 6th Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
  • Chris.Kopf@CBMP.com
  • (970) 209-5405

Testimonials

Bobby Nichols

"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "

 
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:45:19-07:00
"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "  
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/bobby-nichols/

Jeff Hollings

Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:46:48-07:00
Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/jeff-hollings/

James Brennan

This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T17:59:24-06:00
This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/james-brennan/

Jane Saltzman

Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:49:37-07:00
Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/jane-saltzman/

Georges Lussier

The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:40-06:00
The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/georges-lussier/

Frank Stringer

Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:51:04-07:00
Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/frank-stringer/

Paul & Julie Keesee

Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:59-06:00
Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/paul-julie-keesee/

Jim & Sandra Wickham

Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:18-06:00
Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/jim-sandra-wickham/

Tom & Mary Aton

It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:31-06:00
It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/tom-mary-aton/

Dan Aquaviva

This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:26-06:00
This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/dan-aquaviva/
0
0
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf

The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of Colorado Real Estate Network, Inc. (CREN), © Copyright 2016. All rights reserved. All data deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. This database record is provided subject to “limited license” rights. Duplication or reproduction is prohibited.

Full CREN Disclaimer Fair Housing Disclaimer

Equal Housing Opportunity. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Copyright © 2021 Chris Kopf Real Estate, Ltd.