How The Trail Works
It's easy to join the Sterling Treasures Trail and support local businesses!
Step 1 Get Your Punch Card
There are two easy ways to get your Sterling Treasures Trail punch card:
- Download & Print: Click the "Get Punch Card" button to download a PDF. Print it at home and you're ready to go!
- Pick Up In-Store: Visit any participating business and ask for a punch card. They'll be happy to give you one!
Step 2 Visit Participating Businesses
Plan your route and start exploring Sterling's best locally-owned businesses:
- Browse the complete list of participating businesses on our Businesses page
- Use our interactive Trail Map to plan an efficient route
- Visit businesses in any order - there's no required sequence!
- Take your time - you can complete the trail over days, weeks, or months
Step 3 Collect Your Stamps
At each business you visit:
- Show your punch card to a staff member
- They'll give you a stamp, punch, or signature in the designated spot
- Make a purchase to support the business (not required but appreciated!)
- Learn about what makes each business unique
- Ask about any special "Trail Exclusive" offers they might have
Step 4 Turn In Your Completed Card
Once you've collected all 10 stamps:
- Bring your completed punch card to Hidden Treasures Vault
- Address: 300 Broadway, Sterling, CO 80751
- Your card will be entered into the monthly prize drawing
- Each completed card = one entry (complete multiple cards for more entries!)
Monthly Prize Drawings!
Each month, we draw a winner from all completed punch cards.
Prizes rotate monthly and include gift cards to participating businesses.
Winners are announced on this website and on our social media channels.
The more trails you complete, the more chances you have to win!
Frequently Asked Questions
No! Visit the businesses in any order that's convenient for you. Use our Trail Map to plan an efficient route.
While purchases are not required to get stamps, we encourage you to support these amazing local businesses! Many offer special "Trail Exclusive" deals.
There's no time limit! Complete the trail at your own pace. However, completed cards must be turned in before the end of each month to be entered in that month's drawing.
Absolutely! Each completed punch card equals one entry into the monthly drawing. The more you complete, the better your chances of winning!
Check business hours on our Businesses page or call ahead. If you have trouble visiting a particular business, contact us and we'll help you out!
Ready to Get Started?
Download your punch card and start exploring Sterling's local treasures today!
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