We see contrails every day in the Boulder skies. Colored like clouds, they are the straight lines in the sky that trail jet planes. And what are they? Why do they appear at all? Some of the Most Interesting Contrails I’ve Seen       pic Lensworth Contrails, short for “condensation trails,” are cloud-like trails left behind by […]

Wolves are majestic creatures that have long been romanticized in literature and folklore. Their beauty and enigmatic nature have captured the imagination of many, leading some individuals to consider the idea of owning a wolf as a pet. However, in the state of Colorado, there are specific legalities and regulations surrounding the ownership of wolves […]

  Aspen of Boulder, named after one of the finest towns on the planet, and even pretty good by Colorado standards, is a sweetheart of a dog. He’s out and about enjoying a fabulous Boulder Spring day, visiting the groomer. Lenny Lensworth Frieling Shared Knowledge is Power!

Do animals in Boulder and elsewhere admire scenery? Dogs? Buffaloes? Buffs? Interestingly the answer is “yes!” I can speak to dogs from personal repeated experience. Falkor was a border collie mix. She was rescued from Longmont Humane after 6 weeks or so living out in the cold in the winter as a young puppy. As […]

This beautiful Boulder pair of Siberian Huskey, Mika and Kona I believe, were enjoying the weather at Lake Waneka. The pup on our left has Heterochromia, two different color eyes. Siberian Huskies are a breed known not just for their remarkable endurance and willingness to work but also for their stunning and diverse appearance. Originating […]

Many Boulderites know to avoid white sugar. Many know to avoid white flower. Many of us know that white flower, when eaten in bread for example, is metabolized, converted into simple sugar. But how much sugar do we get from a dinner roll? And how much can we eat? You won’t like the answer. Let’s […]

Is a coyote a dog? Or is a dog a coyote? Coyotes and dogs are distinct but closely related species. They both belong to the Canidae family, which also includes other species like wolves and foxes. Here’s a breakdown of their relationship: Coyotes (*Canis latrans*) are wild animals native to North America. They have distinct […]

When it comes to the complex world of marijuana and its effects, the entourage effect is a crucial concept. This phenomenon suggests that the combination of various compounds within the cannabis plant, including cannabinoids and terpenes, work together synergistically to produce unique therapeutic effects. In this article, we will delve into the entourage effect, specifically […]

Boulder has an ideal climate and geography for the formation of Virga. Virga is a captivating weather phenomenon in Boulder and elsewhere, that presents itself as streaks or wisps descending from a cloud but evaporates or sublimates before reaching the ground. This meteorological marvel occurs when precipitation falls from a cloud into a layer of […]

Our Neighbor Aiden,  A Husky Mix In a true Boulder spirit, dogs can have two different colored eyes due to a condition called heterochromia. Heterochromia occurs when there is a variation in the distribution of melanin, the pigment that gives color to a dog’s eyes, skin, and fur. There are two types of heterochromia: 1. […]