Time to celebrate! We can again take our Fido-Fan Friends out for a walk without dread leading the way! Beagles are perhaps one of the most popular of the multitude of dog breeds. The popularity of the Buff Beagle is not only the result of just how cute they are. Beagles are one of […]

I am sensitive to snow shoveling in Boulder. My Grandmother taught that if you did not have a strong brain you’d better have strong legs. I have weak thighs!  I have to rely upon my brain. Some think that presents me with a huge hurdle.  I have experienced some rather dramatic health challenges, and at […]

Winter frigid mornings in Boulder, land of the BUFFS, look different, feel different and sound different. It even smells different. The snow crunches underfoot, our breaths are frosty, and early risers are in for a bit of a cold shock! Of course extra care for bikes and cars is mandatory. Care for the machinery and […]

We’ve been talking about  Boulder “cold” for days. NOW it is going to get really cold! Is “cold” reality or merely clothing? Is cold a matter of degrees on a thermometer or is it something more? Stay WARM! Keep your family WARM! May the wind be over your port bow, and may your sunscreen be […]

Dog sled teams are perhaps uncommon in Boulder, but if the present weather continues, we may be seeing many more of them. Dogsleds, a mode of transportation primarily used in snowy, Arctic regions, have a rich history that dates back thousands of years. Originally developed by indigenous peoples of the Arctic, including the Inuit and […]

Many of us Boulderites are old enough to have experienced the genius of Dr. King when he was alive. The rest of us owe it to ourselves to learn about Dr. King. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal figure in the American Civil Rights Movement, left an indelible mark on the history of the […]

Even the bitter cold is a beautiful thing on the Boulder Flatirons.These BUFFS demonstrate that it is a matter of clothing, not temperature to be comfortable. Then the view can be enjoyed. BUFFS Of Boulder Bask In The COLD Morning Light Wearing Proper Winter Clothing Dressing for extra-cold weather is not an accident. There is […]

We spend a lot of time focusing on keeping safe in the winter. We learn how to avoid the physical harm that the Boulder extreme cold can cause us. But do we do the same for our loved dogs? Let’s look at a list of how to protect Fido and Friends both indoors and outdoors […]

Boulder Has Always Been A City Of Diversity, And Of Acceptance Of Diversity. Boulder, Colorado, has rightfully earned its reputation as an LGBTQ+ welcoming city, a distinction that reflects its progressive, inclusive, and forward-thinking community. This acknowledgment is not just a label but a manifestation of the city’s ongoing efforts to support and celebrate the […]

Boulderites KNOW that only fools and tourists predict Boulder weather. That used to be true. I believe or at least strongly suspect that the extreme weather we’ve been seeing worldwide is the result in most significant part of climate change. Floods, rains, high temps, low temps, snow amounts, glaciers melting, and on and on. Short […]