On any given morning in Boulder, you’ll find dogs everywhere. They’re splashing through Boulder Creek, hiking beneath the Flatirons, exploring open space trails, and relaxing beside their owners on outdoor patios. Dogs aren’t just pets in Boulder. They’re part of the culture. That connection between people, dogs, and the outdoors helps explain why Boulder has […]

Mount Sanitas is one of Boulder’s most beloved trails. Rising to approximately 6,843 feet above sea level, it delivers a challenging workout, spectacular views, and a classic Boulder outdoor experience in just a few miles. Whether you’re a longtime local, a University of Colorado student, or a visitor looking to experience one of Boulder’s most […]

Outdoor Picture of the Day Perched atop Green Mountain, one of Boulder’s most beloved peaks, sits a simple but fascinating feature that captures the imagination of hikers, runners, and nature lovers alike: the Green Mountain Summit Marker, often called the Peak Finder. This circular marker helps visitors identify many of the iconic peaks and mountain […]

Boulder’s Seafood Scene Has Quietly Become One of Colorado’s Best Fresh oysters in a mountain town might sound unexpected, but Boulder has quietly built one of the most interesting seafood scenes in Colorado. The city’s restaurants have found a balance between coastal-inspired seafood and Rocky Mountain traditions, creating menus centered around freshness, sustainability, and thoughtful […]

Dark clouds building over the Flatirons on a warm June afternoon can be one of the most beautiful sights in Boulder. They can also signal the arrival of one of Colorado’s most destructive weather events: a hailstorm. With hail season now entering its peak months, Boulder residents should pay close attention. The Front Range is […]

With patience, butterflies at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster will land on you. Calm patience helps. The butterflies with the big “eye” on the outside are blue morphos.   The Blue Morpho is one of the most famous and recognizable butterflies in the world. Many people are surprised to learn that when its wings are […]

As far as I know, the proverb “For Want of a Nail” was originally written in the 1600s by the poet George Herbert. Benjamin Franklin, in the 1758 edition of “Poor Richard’s Almanack,” wrote a longer version: For want of a nail the shoe was lost; for want of a shoe the horse was lost; […]

How One Small Step Can Rewrite Your Entire Story Monday has a way of making us reflect on where we are and where we want to go. For some, it arrives with excitement and possibility. For others, it brings uncertainty, unfinished goals, and the weight of challenges still waiting to be overcome. The good news […]

A beautiful Boulder day, a wide-open dog park, and the stunning Rocky Mountains rising in the background created the perfect setting for today’s Dog of the Day, Farah. With a happy expression, tongue hanging out, and plenty of energy to spare, Farah looked right at home enjoying everything that makes Boulder one of the most […]

Few wildlife encounters in Colorado are as thrilling as spotting a moose in the wild. Towering above most other animals in the Rocky Mountains, moose can weigh more than 1,000 pounds and stand over six feet tall at the shoulder. Their size, beauty, and relative rarity make every sighting feel special. Over the past several […]