East Boulder is a paradise for riders, a place where wide-open fields, rolling foothills, and carefully preserved open space create the perfect backdrop for two wheels. Mountain biking here is more than just recreation—it’s a way of connecting with the land, the community, and the rhythm of Colorado’s great outdoors. East Boulder’s Open Space Legacy […]

Few places capture the spirit of Boulder quite like Eldorado Canyon State Park, a climbing mecca whose towering sandstone walls glow in radiant hues of red, orange, and gold. Today’s Faces of Boulder: Climbing Edition highlights an epic woman climber ascending these iconic cliffs with pure determination written across her face. Her focus and drive […]

There’s something magical about game day in Boulder. The air buzzes with anticipation, the Flatirons glow a little brighter, and the sound of cheers ripples through the city like a living heartbeat. On these days, Boulder isn’t just a place—it becomes a community, united under the black and gold banner of the Colorado Buffaloes. Faces […]

A Day Along the Creek Few places in Boulder capture the spirit of the city quite like Boulder Creek. On any given afternoon, you’ll find a vibrant mix of students, moms, kids, and adventurers spread along its shady banks, enjoying everything from picnics to tubing. Families splash in the shallows, college friends dip their toes […]

On a radiant Boulder summer afternoon, one woman takes center stage against the backdrop of towering red rocks and endless blue sky. Her chalk-dusted hands grip the stone, her eyes laser-focused on the next move. Each pull upward is a story of determination, strength, and grace. She embodies the climbing tradition that runs deep in […]

The Spirit of Summer in Boulder On a warm summer afternoon in Boulder, Colorado, few places capture the energy of the city quite like Boulder Creek. With the Flatirons standing proudly in the distance and the sun shimmering off the water, students flock to the creek with colorful tubes in hand. This ritual has become […]

Kayaking the Heart of Boulder Today’s Faces of Boulder highlights the thrill and beauty of kayaking on Boulder Creek. On a warm summer day, the creek comes alive with paddlers testing their skills, spinning through rapids, and finding flow in the glacier-fed waters. The scene captures the adventurous spirit that Boulder is known for—where nature […]

A Perfect Day Along the Creek On a sunny afternoon in Boulder, few places capture the city’s spirit better than Boulder Creek. Students gather with blankets, snacks, and bikes, turning its grassy banks into an outdoor living room. From hammocks tied between trees to groups playing guitar, the creek becomes a hub of community life […]

Boulder is buzzing with excitement over Payton Follestad, ND, MSR Student, who’s been named Boulder’s 2025 Naturopathic Student Researcher of the Year. Her groundbreaking work in psychedelic research is reshaping the future of naturopathic medicine. Bridging Two Worlds Follestad studies at the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in Portland, OR. She’s a fifth-year student […]

Boulder proudly celebrates Hrishikesh “Rishi” Lamichhane as the 2025 MPH Student Researcher of the Year. With a sharp mind for data and a heart for public health, Rishi is already making a meaningful impact in the field. A Mind for Mapping Rishi is a Research Assistant and Resident Biostatistician at the NourishED Research Foundation, where […]