Great sports writing goes far beyond the final score. It captures emotion, history, humor, and the unforgettable moments that make fans fall in love with the game. Few writers do that better than Alan Tapley, whose work has become one of the defining voices of AboutBoulder.com’s sports coverage. Alan brings decades of experience as an […]

“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately.” Henry David Thoreau wrote those words more than 170 years ago, yet they still resonate on a Motivational Monday in Boulder. While others chased the next destination or the next distraction, Thoreau chose to stay put and truly see the place he was in. […]

Few places capture the beauty of Boulder quite like Lost Gulch Overlook. Perched high on the slopes of Flagstaff Mountain just minutes from downtown, this iconic viewpoint delivers sweeping panoramas that remind you why Boulder is consistently ranked among America’s most beautiful places to live and visit. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day showcases the […]

Boulder Reservoir is officially back open, and the timing couldn’t be better. Known simply as “The Res” to locals, this 700-acre oasis just north of town has been one of Boulder’s favorite summer destinations for generations. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach day, an early morning paddleboard session with breathtaking Flatirons views, a scenic […]

There’s something undeniably Boulder about a great jar of granola. Not the ultra-processed kind that tastes more like dessert than breakfast. The best granola is built on simple ingredients—toasty oats, crunchy nuts, wholesome seeds, and just enough honey or maple syrup to bring everything together. Boulder-based Purely Elizabeth helped popularize this style of premium granola […]

There are few places in Colorado where summer feels more magical than Chautauqua Park at sunset. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of those unforgettable Boulder evenings when golden sunlight washes over the iconic Flatirons, illuminating the towering sandstone formations while vibrant green grass stretches across the foreground beneath a brilliant Colorado sky. […]

When most people think of Boulder, they picture the Flatirons, world-class hiking trails, cyclists climbing canyon roads, and a community that embraces the outdoors. Yet for more than 50 years, Boulder has also been one of America’s most influential poetry cities—a place where groundbreaking writers, students, artists, and everyday residents have gathered to celebrate the […]

Some of Boulder’s most rewarding hikes aren’t the ones everyone talks about. While countless visitors head straight for the challenging climb up Mount Sanitas, a quieter trail nearby offers equally spectacular scenery with a much more peaceful atmosphere. The Sanitas Valley Trail is one of those special places that reminds you why Boulder is considered […]

Boulder has a way of turning an ordinary summer evening into something unforgettable, and today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day proves that you don’t need color to capture its beauty. This striking black-and-white photograph showcases one of the city’s most iconic views, with the University of Colorado Boulder in the foreground and the majestic Flatirons, […]

For decades, Boulder has ranked among the most desirable places to live in the United States. With its spectacular Flatirons backdrop, miles of open space, nationally recognized schools, thriving economy, and endless outdoor recreation, it’s easy to understand why so many people dream of calling Boulder home. The challenge, of course, is affordability. Although the […]