The Flatirons are waiting, and so is campus. In just a few weeks, thousands of new students will arrive at the University of Colorado Boulder to begin one of the biggest chapters of their lives. Whether you’re an incoming freshman or the parent of one, the days leading up to move-in can feel exciting, overwhelming, […]

A license is only part of it. Land access and current season rules matter just as much near Boulder. Hunting near Boulder is legal in the right spots, and only if you’ve checked the basics before you go. The checklist starts with your Colorado license, hunter education, season dates, carcass tag, clothing rules, and land […]

Learning to drive is an exciting step for many teenagers, but limited experience behind the wheel can also create serious risks for everyone on the road. When a teen driver causes or becomes involved in an accident, figuring out who is responsible can become more complicated than a typical crash claim. Understanding the role of […]

There’s something special about watching a pair of pups who grew up together start a Boulder morning the right way. Today’s Boulder Dogs of the Day are a brother-and-sister duo out on their morning adventure, tails high, noses working overtime, and pure joy written all over their faces. On a beautiful summer day beneath the […]

Great sports writing goes far beyond the final score. It captures emotion, history, humor, and the unforgettable moments that make fans fall in love with the game. Few writers do that better than Alan Tapley, whose work has become one of the defining voices of AboutBoulder.com’s sports coverage. Alan brings decades of experience as an […]

“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately.” Henry David Thoreau wrote those words more than 170 years ago, yet they still resonate on a Motivational Monday in Boulder. While others chased the next destination or the next distraction, Thoreau chose to stay put and truly see the place he was in. […]

Few places capture the beauty of Boulder quite like Lost Gulch Overlook. Perched high on the slopes of Flagstaff Mountain just minutes from downtown, this iconic viewpoint delivers sweeping panoramas that remind you why Boulder is consistently ranked among America’s most beautiful places to live and visit. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day showcases the […]

Boulder Reservoir is officially back open, and the timing couldn’t be better. Known simply as “The Res” to locals, this 700-acre oasis just north of town has been one of Boulder’s favorite summer destinations for generations. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach day, an early morning paddleboard session with breathtaking Flatirons views, a scenic […]

There’s something undeniably Boulder about a great jar of granola. Not the ultra-processed kind that tastes more like dessert than breakfast. The best granola is built on simple ingredients—toasty oats, crunchy nuts, wholesome seeds, and just enough honey or maple syrup to bring everything together. Boulder-based Purely Elizabeth helped popularize this style of premium granola […]

There are few places in Colorado where summer feels more magical than Chautauqua Park at sunset. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of those unforgettable Boulder evenings when golden sunlight washes over the iconic Flatirons, illuminating the towering sandstone formations while vibrant green grass stretches across the foreground beneath a brilliant Colorado sky. […]