Welcome to the website of the Cache la Poudre Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR). Please enjoy your visit to these pages as you explore and learn more about who we are, what we do, how to join us, our patriot ancestors, and resources to celebrate patriotism, promote historical preservation, champion education, and research your own family history. Additional information about us can be found on the website of the Colorado State Society, NSDAR, and the National Society.
Our Name
In 1836, an early snowstorm forced a band of trappers to hide extra powder and supplies by a stream before trying to cross the mountains. Returning in the spring to find their cache safe, they gratefully named the stream Cache la Poudre. A granite marker was placed on August 1, 1910, by the Cache la Poudre Chapter to mark the naming of the river, the chapter’s namesake.
Membership
Membership inquiries can be made using our Contact Us form or visit the Colorado State Society, NSDAR, website or the National Society membership page.
Chapter Meetings
We generally meet the second Saturday of the month fromn September through May. We usually gather at 9:30 a.m. to socialize; the business meeting and program start at 10:00 a.m. Due to the current pandemic we are meeting virtually and in person. Please use the Contact Us form to be connected with our membership team.
2021-2022 Program Schedule
| Date | Program |
|---|---|
| September 11, 2021 | Committees and Opportunities |
| October 9, 2021 | “Tales from the Santa Fe Trail,” presented by Debbie Bridge |
| November 13, 2021 | “The Old Guard for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,” presented by Lynette Soles |
| December 11, 2021 | Holiday Potluck |
| January 8, 2022 | Chapter Achievement Goals & Issues, Nominating Committee, National and State Representative Selection |
| February 12, 2022 | “Dining in Early America – Cooking and Dining Traditions in the American Home in the 18th and Early 19th Centuries,” presented by Melody Weimer |
| March 12, 2022 | “Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady to the World,” presented by Karol Harding |
| April 9, 2022 | “A Perspective on Dr. Hannah Bradford Ripley From the Eyes of Her 10th Great Granddaughter,” presented by Somya Rae Axelsen |
| May 14, 2022 | Reports, Recognition & Remembrances Annual Chapter Meeting |
