Lensworth here.Some stories announce themselves the moment you see the expression on the protagonist’s face. This one belonged to a very wet, very unimpressed European starling who had just been plucked from an accidental dip in a hot tub. If ever a bird mastered the art of the glare, this little survivor had it down […]

Winter sunrises often look shockingly colorful – especially those intense reds glowing against the cold blue of a brightening sky – because several winter-specific conditions line up perfectly to paint the sky more dramatically than at other times of year. That’s all fine, but WHY is it so??? Why winter sunrises explode with color: Lower […]

After a wild football weekend in which Indiana upset Ohio State, Georgia dominated Alabama, and Duke toppled Virginia, the College Football Playoffs seemed relatively set. The Hoosiers (13-0) were certain to be the number one seed, while Ohio State (12-1), Georgia (12-1), Texas Tech (12-1), Oregon (11-1), Ole Miss (11-1), Texas A&M (11-1), and Oklahoma […]

Mount Sanitas is one of Boulder’s most beloved hikes, the kind of trail that delivers a full mountain experience without requiring a full day. Sitting just minutes from downtown, it’s a favorite for locals, visitors, athletes, and anyone looking for that perfect combination of challenge, scenery, and classic Boulder energy. Whether you’re gearing up for […]

This morning’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of Boulder’s crown jewels at its most awe-inspiring moment: the Sunrise Amphitheater glowing in the early light, perched high above the city with the Flatirons and Green Mountain standing proudly in the background. A scene like this reminds every Boulderite — past or present — why […]

Lensworth here next to Boulder, and what better way to spend a Colorado day than wandering through the warm, living wonderland that is the Broomfield Butterfly Pavilion? If there is one place where curiosity flutters louder than wings, it’s here – especially when the Pavilion is packed with kids. Their reactions are half the show, […]

If you’re reading this review, you likely fall into one of two groups. Either you’re the kind of person who will enthusiastically check out a movie entitled Time Travel Is Dangerous, or you’re the kind of person who needs some persuading. Presuming you’re the first kind of person, trust me when I tell you it’s […]

There’s something about this time of year in Boulder—the colder mornings, the early sunsets, the rush of finals for CU students, and the quiet build-up to winter storms—that tests a person in all the right ways. Motivation doesn’t always arrive with the sunrise, but in Boulder, we learn something important: you don’t wait for perfect […]

Nestled quietly just east of Boulder, Baseline Lake—often referred to as Baseline Reservoir—remains one of the city’s best-kept secrets. With private membership required to access its tranquil waters, the lake is home to an exclusive swim club that offers a retreat for water enthusiasts during the warmer months. Originally constructed in 1910 as part of […]

Boulder’s 14 Best Lunch Spots (Trending Now) Lunch in Boulder hits different. With the Flatirons above, sunshine almost every day, and the constant flow of students, athletes, founders, and longtime locals, the midday energy here is unlike anywhere else. And right now, Boulder’s lunch scene is booming. From fast casual favorites to global comfort foods […]