There are teachers whose work lives at the surface of the body—muscles, poses, adjustments—and then there are teachers like Kali, whose teaching drops you into the marrow of your own existence. Kali teaches at the intersection of yoga, Internal Family Systems therapy, Buddhism, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. What she values most is something rare in […]

Debi got Phlash when Debi was 8 years old, Phlash cost $0.25, and was about an inch and a quarter across. Debi has been in continuous companionship with Phlash since then. He is a member of the family for decades more than me!!! I consulted with chatGPT AI to see just how old that really […]

Commonly called a “fern wall,” the bank of clouds behind the foothills is actually a “Foehn” wall. The name Foehn (German: Föhn, pronounced [ˈføːn]) arose in the Alpine region. Originating from Latin (ventus) favonius, a mild west wind of which Favonius was the Roman personification When winds blow over elevated terrain, air forced upwards expands […]

Boulder, Colorado might be known for its sunshine and outdoor adventure, but when the weather cools and comfort calls, the city’s soup scene rises to the top. From international flavors to nourishing broths, Boulder offers an impressive mix of spots where a warm bowl becomes the highlight of the day. Zoe Ma Ma on Pearl […]

  Today’s Dog of the Day is Goldie, the wide-eyed, tongue-out adventurer who has made one of Boulder’s iconic peaks her personal playground. In this photo, Goldie stands propped proudly at the summit, her golden coat catching the Colorado sun, her stance steady and confident as she looks across a landscape that stretches from the […]

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 […]