Walden Ponds in Boulder, Colorado is as a hidden gem waiting to be explored. This natural area offers an abundance of ecological diversity, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife alike. From serene wetlands to lush grasslands, Walden Ponds provides an immersive experience that showcases the beauty of Colorado’s natural landscapes. Rich Wetland […]

“Niwot’s Curse” is the common Boulder phrase. Chief Niwot. Southern Arapaho-Cheyenne Chief of Boulder is to have said that. Was Boulder’s air included in Niwot foresight? There is a good argument to be made that he probably expressed sadness at the Magic Valley becoming polluted. Then, by dirty air in the winter from temperature inversion. […]

On a snowy Boulder day, hikers make their way up the road toward the Flatirons, surrounded by a fresh blanket of snow covering the landscape. Though the road itself is clear, the iconic Flatirons and Green Mountain, dusted with a couple of inches of recent snowfall, stand as a dramatic backdrop, their rugged beauty softened […]

Boulder’s Flatirons are a sight to behold year-round, but after a snowfall, they take on a breathtaking new charm. The jagged sandstone formations are blanketed in snow, their red and golden hues peeking through the frosty white, creating a striking contrast against Boulder’s azure winter sky. These iconic landmarks, which symbolize Boulder’s rugged beauty and […]

After a fresh snowfall, Boulder transforms into a winter wonderland, with its iconic Flatirons draped in a pristine white blanket that glistens under the Colorado sun. One of the best ways to experience this breathtaking scenery is by embarking on the Mesa Trail, starting at Chautauqua Park. This popular trail offers unparalleled views of the […]

Waneka is always filled with surprises. Some are accessible and hold still, other appear and then vanish before I can hit the shutter. That’s my excuse for missing the picture of a macaw riding on someones shoulder as the walker circled the lake. The Continental Divide In The Background Over Lake Waneka.   Longs Peak, […]

mm Boulder’s Arboreal Beauty: Fall Maple Especially for fall, here’s Joyce Kilmer‘s famous poem “Trees”: (As an aside, “Joyce” was a guy). I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is prest Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast; A tree that looks at God all […]

The Visit of Boulder’s Golden Ash Carpet Continues! No, I am  not yet tired of the golden glow of the ash tree as it greets the fall. While the red of maples and the gold of aspens is always an amazing treat, there is something about the golden ash leaves that fascinates me. Boulder’s Golden […]

Boulder’s Fall Gold Ash Tree Nature must have an affinity for the gold-blue combination of everything from the University of Colorado Buffs to Aspens and Ashes and the Colorado Sky. Boulder’s Fall Gold Ash Tree parades the color combination in all its glory! In the fall, ash leaves change color as part of a natural […]

Boulder Fall Ash Tree Gold Boulder Fall Ash Tree Gold returns! Very much like the Aspens turning gold in the fall, Ash trees can do the same thing in about the same color. The Gold-Blue Combination Is Mimicked By The Ash And The Aspen. This Is An Ash.  Our ash tree goes from green to […]