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 El Rancho Trading Post
The Gift Shop of the Rockies
303.526.0050
Elevation: 7,696 feet

 

 
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El Rancho Trading Post Products:
(In Stock and up to date as best as possible*)

We carry a unique variety of local pieces, one-of-a-kind selections, and special run items offered at very affordable prices.
*Please note that our stock changes daily in our store! (Really!)
If you see something here that you would like to purchase, please call us at 303.526.0050 to check for availability and shipping rates. You can leave a message for us 24/7.
There is a chance we might be able to reorder an item, if possible. Please check with our "Out of Stock" page, as well, just in case!
We can ship anywhere in the United States. Sorry, no international shipments yet.
Special orders must be paid for at time of placing order.

Please bookmark and revisit this site often! You can view what we can get online (it's a very small sampling of what we have in our store at any one time), e-mail your request, call or send your request by mail.

Thank You for Shopping With Us!

29260  US Highway 40, Golden, Colorado, 80401, USA 
Phone: 303-526-0050       E-mail: web@elranchotrading.com

Online Selection (a small sampling!)
 
Just In-Going Fast!
Slippers
Hats
Jewelry
Western Decor
Colorado Gear & Apparel
Goodies for Kids of All Ages
Unique Colorado Gift Ideas

Books

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Just In and Going Fast...
Pleast Call Immediately for Availability
We've waited months for our shipments for our furs. If there is something you'd like, we can special order for you.

Genuine Sheepskin Fur Hats
Super Soft! Warm, cozy and cuddly, too.Available in white, black, or mocha in medium and large sizes: sale $59.95 (Were $69.95)
photo by Ché Rippinger 

Genuine Reindeer Hide from Finland
Gorgeous, very soft, well-tanned, approximately 4'x5' Can be used for wall hanging, couch/bed throw or area rug...especially beautiful accenting a fireplace! Not many left-they went fast! $350

FYI...They're called "reindeer" in Finland (are raised for food like cattle), and are "caribou" in the U.S.

Genuine Australian Sheepskin
Deep cushiony soft fur, perfect to snuggle on.
Two sizes available:
Fireplace size single pelt $150, approx. 2 1/2' x4 '
Couch/bed large size 4-pelt $450 (shown above), approximately 4'x5'
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Slippers
 

Genuine Sheepskin Slippers with Rubber Sole

Very long lasting and economical...
SALE: ONLY $49.95!
Dunstan style (full slipper) and slip-ons
 regularly $59.95pair

Baby and toddler sizes as well, $29.95

photo by Ché Rippinger

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Hats


Genuine Stetson Hats
Crush & Water Resistant Wool Felt-only $59.95
Crush Resistant Straw-only $49.95
photo by Ché Rippinger

Stetson Crush-resistant and Water Resistant Hats
A variety of colors and styles available.  $59.95

photo by Ché Rippinger

 

Stunning Sturdy Stetson 4XXXX Buffalo Hats
We have a few of these left. Please call for availability and sizes.  $69.00-$149.00

photo by Ché Rippinger

Shady Brady Crush-resistant Straw Hats
Durable, fun, stylish and made in the USA. All with custom, locally-made hat bands (your little piece of Evergreen, Colorado). No two are alike!  Men's, women's and a variety of styles and sizes. A few hat bands are changeable with size of hat. $59.95

photo by Ché Rippinger

 

Also....

Hatbands
Leather Jack Cardinal custom band: $59
Locally-made beaded hat bands: $14.95
Locally-made hand-braided horse hair bands: $49.95

Hat Size Conversion Chart


Inches
Size
 

Metric
Size
Fraction
Size
 
Converted
Size
 
18 3/4 48 6  
19 1/8 49 6 1/8  
19 1/2 50 6 1/4  
19 3/8 51 6 3/8  
20 1/4 52 6 1/2 XS
20 3/4 53 6 5/8  
21 1/8 54 6 3/4  
21 1/2 55 6 7/8 S
21 7/8 56 7  
22 1/4 57 7 1/8 M
22 5/8 58 7 1/4  
23 59 7 3/8 L
23 1/2 60 7 1/2  
23 7/8 61  7 5/8  
24 1/4 62 7 3/4 XL
24 5/8 63 7 7/8  
25 64 8 XXL
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Jewelry

Sacred White Buffalo Turquoise  Squash Blossom
Navajo Indian made necklace and post earring set, all in sterling silver. Contemporary design. Each piece is signed by the artist. $1810.00

Matching White Buffalo Stone ring: $95.00

photo by Ché Rippinger



Native American Jewelry

Hand-crafted designs from the reservations, set in sterling silver, with turquoise, coral, black onyx, rose quartz, muscle shell, malachite, amber, rhodachrosite, opal, topaz, charolite, moonstone, blue lapis, denim lapis, bear claw, badger claw, motorcycle designs, many signed by the artists. A wonderful and ever-changing variety, of various sizes, styles and price-ranges for every budget.

photo by Ché Rippinger 

Jewelry
Navajo sterling silver baby bracelets, designer pendants with druzy and polished gemstones, fun & funky affordable earrings, and lots of Evergreen, Colorado-made jewelry made exclusively for the El Rancho Trading Post. Styles in every budget range from kids to mom and grandma.

photo by Ché Rippinger

Stunning Native American "Pawn" jewelry
Genuine turquoise bracelets set with sterling silver. It is said that the spirit of the artist travels with their pices; prices range $220-$800+

photo by Ché Rippinger

Men's and Women's Rings
A unique variety with genuine stones set in sterling silver. Styles include motorcycle, animal (buffalo, eagle, wolf), bear paw, badger and bear claw, adjustables, story teller, and Effie (Native American designer known for the snake pattern). Prices range from $12-$160

photo by Ché Rippinger

Amber Cross and Earrings Set
This is a shorter style necklace with three rows of amber and sterling silver beads and a silver cross pendant. The earrings have sterling silver French hooks. Set $380

Genuine Aspen Leaf Jewelry
The quintessential Colorado representation-just visit us in the fall to watch the trees turn golden, while the breeze shimmers the leaves like a natural jewelry box.

All real leaves, dipped in gold and set in earrings (posts, French hooks and clips), pendants, and pins. They are proudly Colorado made. $18.95
 

Genuine Aspen Leaf Jewelry
These aspen leaves go through a 39-step patented process to preserve the unique colors. They have a mother of pearl back coating and retain their beauty for years and years.  These also come in earrings (posts, French hooks and clips), pendants, and pins. All are Colorado made. $18.95

Note: All are well matched (if in a pair), and individually unique like snowflakes.
 
   
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Western Decor
Various metal sculptures
Some are hanging pieces, others business card holders, small standing cutouts on stone base, paper towel racks, napkin holders, wall mounted coat & hat racks, towel racks, door knockers, key chains, lapel pins, magnets, etc. Many locally made by Colorado artists.  Colorado scenes & wildlife, bears, horses, buffalo, deer, elk, moose, eagles, etc. Price and style range from $14.95 on up.

 

Jackalope

Elusive, Infamous, Colorado folklore creature. A cross between a jack rabbit and an antelope. Mounted Jackalope head
Sale $49.95

 

Dream Catchers & Mandalas
Traditional Native American Symbols
Various sizes and prices, made with leather, suede, feathers, and beads. Dream Catchers have the web center. They are used over the sleeping area. The good dreams go through the web to the spirit world. The bad dreams get caught in the web and burn off in the morning light. That way you have only good dreams and peaceful slumber. Mandalas are shields used for protection. Usually made with lamb's wool, rabbit fur, feathers and  conchos.

photo by Ché Rippinger 

 


Colorado Western Steel Sculpture
Buffalo skull and feather original design by Cortez Colorado artist 4' x 4'. $325

 

 
Hand-Made Iron "Welcome" Towel Rack
Texas-made. Sale $125
 
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Colorado Gear and Apparel

Hilarious "Homeland Security
Fighting Terrorism Since 1492"
T-Shirts $19.95; 2XL and 3XL $21.95

photo by Ché Rippinger

SkiTini Long Sleeve Shirt
With genuine Swovarski Crystals (the sparkly ones they use in the jewelry)
Available in pink or black:  $39.95
photo by Ché Rippinger

Also Available:
"Very Difficult" With 4 diamond pattern (a little ski joke) in Swovarski Crystals in chocolate brown with long sleeves:  $39.95
"Bordergirl"
Available in chocolate  brown or sky powder blue, long sleeve: $39.95

Official Colorado Rockies Gear
Purple long sleeve sweatshirt with thick fleece lining and embroidered logo design (Large and XL only): $49.95.
2007 Penant Winning Team T-shirt (collector's item) (Large and XL only): $24.95

Adjustable baseball hat with "CR" embroidered logo, available in purple or black: $19.95
photo by Ché Rippinger

 

 
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Goodies for Kids of All Ages


Stuffed Animals
A variety of Colorado wildlife: bears, horses, buffalo, deer, elk, moose, and of course...teddy bears!

Also...
Stuffed Animal Purses
Dog, rabbit, raccoon, horse, buffalo, & others.

And...
The ever popular, very cute furry animals: cats, kittens, and some wildlife as well (made with rabbit fur).

photo by Ché Rippinger

Colorado Made Cowboy/Cowgirl Hats
Perfect for the smaller cowpoke, even fits some adults, too! Available in small, medium and large, in black, red, or tan. $29.95
Also available:
+Infant & Children's Sheepskin Slippers
+Baby & Children's Jewelry (bracelets, earrings, barrettes, etc)
+T-shirts (long and short sleeve)
+Sweatshirts (some with glow in the dark designs)
 
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Unique Colorado Gift Ideas

Evergreen Philosopher Mugs & Cups
The most wonderful, profound and funny quotations from some of the world's greatest minds (and some songwriters and famous folks, too). Durable, microwaveable, and dishwasher safe! Each piece is signed by our longtime Evergreen artist Etta (also well known locally as our "Etta Mugs.").

Small Cup $19.00
Large Cup $23.00
Mug with Handle $25.00

Sayings vary. Always a unique, thought-provoking and inspirational selection.

 



High Sierra Locally Roasted Fresh Coffee
Golden chef from The Briarwood has created this yummy treat. One whiff and you'll be in coffee heaven! Available in whole bean or ground. Flavors include: Mountain Gold, Foothills Blend, French Vanilla, Chocolate Raspberry,  French Carmel Creme.

12 oz. bag $11.95

Cross Creek Soy Candles
A totally "green" candle! No petroleum products-all soy, hand-poured, 100% scented, locally made and no lead in the wicks! Liquefies as it burns (cooler than a regular candle wax), and last much longer than conventional candles)
Some of the scents available (they change with the seasons!): Colorado Spruce, Mountain Meadow, Carrot Cake, Winter Wonderland, Jack Frost, Apple Streusel , Colorado Sky, Cinnamon Spice, Autumn Breeze

3 sizes: jelly jar 8 oz. $9.95; medium jar-16 oz.: $19.95; large jar-32 oz. $29.95

Candle Holders : Small $12.95 (jelly jar size)
Med/Lg (holds 16 oz. & 32 oz. size) $15.95

photo by Ché Rippinger


TOUCHÉ! Cartoons by Ché Rippinger
Colorado cartoonist Ché offers a unique laughing stock of framed hand-water colored print cartoons. Her work has appeared in PLAYGIRL Magazine, The Denver Post (along with her Dating and Hand Grenades relationship humor column), Denver Woman Magazine, and many other publications and media.

These smiles are very reasonably priced:
Framed 9" x 12"  $39
Framed and Matted 12" x 15'"  $149

For a selection of what comic panels are available, please visit www.ToucheToon.com
special orders are also available-contact the artist Che@ToucheToon.com 

American Throttle Motorcycle Board Game
2 Colorado guys created the first and only motorcycle game out there. And we're one of the first retailers to carry it! The board is laid out like a poker run. The fun part is that you don't have to be a motorcyclist to play! Although...if you know your motorcycle trivia-you'll love this challenge. A must for any one who lives the motorcyclist life. If you're riding up to visit, we'd be happy to ship it-so you have room in your bags for your gear.
American Throttle board game $49.95

 
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Books

The True Story of Nickel
The Baby Buffalo Who Thought He Was a Dog
Signed by local author Nancy Savage
 Illustrations by Kathy Park

$12.95
photo by Ché Rippinger



Andy Marquez, Colorado Photographer
 Books:
Colorado: A Breath Away from Heaven
$39.95


Last Signs of the Frontier $39.95Check Out of Stock page

Blue Bubble Lady
(Children's book with photography from around the world) $18.95

photo by Ché Rippinger

Guide to Colorado Elk Hunting A very comprehensive guide for the avid elk enthusiast or outdoors person.
Last one left and then out of print! Includes 4 maps, too. $59.95
 
Evergreen Colorado Coloring Book
$3.95
photo by Ché Rippinger
 
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Definitions
fetish \FE-dish (US) or FE-tish (Britain)\ (noun) - 1 : An amulet or other artifact believed to have magical power to protect its owner; any object treated with superstitition or obsession; 2 : an extremely strong fixation. (from Arcamax.com word of the day)


Don't see what you are looking for? Please check our Out of Stock page. Or you can call or e-mail your request!

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*$10 minimum order. Sorry, no checks.


*Please note, we will do our best to keep your shipping costs economical and timely. We use USPS & UPS. If you have an account with another shipper, and can get us a postage-paid label, we'd be happy to use that!
**Please allow us at least one day to get your order prepared to ship.
***Please call us if you have any questions 303.526.0050.

Return & Exchange Policy:
We do our very best as a mom/daughter small business team to carry quality merchandise at affordable prices.  If it is necessary to do so, please return the merchandise in it's original condition, within 30 days from purchase, with your receipt. We can issue a store credit or exchange only. Sorry, but no cash or credit card refunds, or payment for shipping returns or exchanges.

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