The reintroduction of wolves in Colorado has been a contentious and complex issue, marked by a delicate balance between ecological restoration and human interests, particularly those of ranchers. After being extirpated from the state in the 1940s, gray wolves were officially reintroduced in Colorado following a 2020 voter-approved initiative, aiming to restore this apex predator […]

Sometimes the pictures speak for themselves. Words are superfluous! Educationally, discussing pollen, pollinators, honey bees, and more, while important and interesting, are perhaps less important than the visual images alone. I see these bee pics as falling in that category. Honey bees are essential pollinators, playing a critical role in the ecosystem and agriculture. These […]

Hibiscus Indoors Still Knows It’s Time To Flower Greeting the day with blooming flowers, indoors or out, is a great way to start the day. Inside: Hibiscus. Outside: Iris. The Iris is about three feet tall! The Hibiscus is perhaps 5″ across a single flower. The Hibiscus close-ups/macro pics are a wonderful presentation of the […]

Dream Canyon is as well known for its seclusion as it is for its hidden location. Tucked behind Boulder Falls, it is only accessible from the behind the Falls, off Sunshine Canyon more or less. It’s location is marked by, well, by nothing. Here are some clues to help find it. With these clues and […]

 A Scenic Journey: Driving from Nederland to Central City, Colorado The drive from Nederland, Colorado, to Central City along the Peak to Peak Highway is a scenic adventure through the heart of the Rockies. This route is not just a drive; it’s a journey through Colorado’s vibrant history, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse attractions.  Starting Point: […]

Boulder Backyard Spring flower, you may have noticed, are a favorite of mine. Color combinations that are “designed” to attract the specific needed pollinators also work for me as an artist. Have you ever looked at a flower and thought “what a terrible color combination?” Bet not! I have not. Here are solid suggestions for […]

Boulder FLOWERS Again?? Yes! I made that editorial and artistic and seasonal choice. While mud skiing is seasonal, the colors are not as bright. On the other hand, at Boulder Valley elevations? Parrot Tulip (Translation from the Latin: Very cool tulip). Apple Tree Flower. All Five Grafts Look Wonderful This Year! The lilacs, dogwoods, apple […]

I might think I know what I’m going to blog about. Then I look out and see something like this iris. This one is pretty crazy. All other thoughts go to the sidelines, and only this one flower fills my cerebral cortex. No color mixing here! These are colors straight from the tube a la […]

‘Tis the season to smell the Boulder flowers! While flower pics may cheer us during short winter days, it is hard to compete with the beauty and fragrance of lilacs in the Spring. Lilacs are in full bloom, and the perfume permeates the Boulder air. Flowering trees astonish us with the sheer mass of their […]

Pic Lenny Lensworth Frieling My Boulder-Bizarre sleeping habit are suited to a 4:30 AM blog. It is also suited, currently, for meteor viewing  before dawn as well as being up for sunrises. The view of the sun lighting the Front Range and turning it red is truly heartwarming. Was Polonius right, when in Hamlet, giving […]