Old Colorado City Event Honors Wildfire Firefighters With Goat

Community members gathered in Old Colorado City to meet Goldie the goat and raise funds for wildland firefighters who protected local homes.

By Springs Daily Staff, Newsroom
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Community members recently came together in Old Colorado City to meet Goldie, a local goat who gained recognition after forming an unexpected bond with wildland firefighters during a wildfire. The gathering was held to raise funds in support of the firefighters who helped protect homes in the area. The Rock Creek Canyon fire began on July 7, 2024.

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  1. FOX21 News — Community raises funds for firefighters featuring Goldie the goat

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