Slacker doesn't have anything to do with not being smart or not wanting to work. It's about maintaining a balance in life and keeping a perspective on what is important and what fulfills your spirit. We loved to play as children and we've never lost focus of that as adults. We know how to work hard when we have to, but we're able to be slack with our time.

Many residents of Salida have slack attitudes, and that is because we are situated in one of the most amazing playgrounds you'll ever find. How can you concentrate on work when there is an abundance of sunny days, endless trails, high river flows and snow-filled mountains, all calling your name.

There is a work ethic in this town but there is also a play ethic. Slackers know that both are important and are willing to go the extra mile (on bikes, skis, kayaks) to keep the two in balance. It is no coincidence the word "salida" means "exit" in Spanish. Once you take that Salida exit, you'll have left the rat race behind.