Public transit options get students to Rocky Mountain Showdown in Fort Collins
Thousands of students are preparing to attend the Rocky Mountain Showdown where Colorado State University takes on the University of Colorado on Saturday afternoon.
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Thousands of students are preparing to attend the Rocky Mountain Showdown where Colorado State University takes on the University of Colorado on Saturday afternoon.
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The Regional Transportation District, also known as RTD, has you covered with its Zero Fare for Youth program. This provides teenagers with rides for free.