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The Boulder Butterfly Series continues just outside the city limits, where tropical color thrives year-round. At the Butterfly Pavilion in neighboring Broomfield, Colorado, the Heliconius melpomene—commonly known as the Postman Butterfly—offers a striking reminder that even on dark days, nature …
The Boulder Butterfly Series continues just outside the city limits, where tropical color thrives year-round. At the Butterfly Pavilion in neighboring Broomfield, Colorado, the Heliconius melpomene—…
The Boulder Butterfly Series continues just outside the city limits, where tropical color thrives year-round. At the Butterfly Pavilion in neighboring Broomfield, Colorado, the Heliconius melpomene—commonly known as the Postman Butterfly—offers a striking reminder that even on dark days, nature finds a way to shine. The Postman Butterfly is known for its deep black wings accented by bold splashes of red and orange. On overcast days, when light feels muted and skies are heavy, those colors seem to glow even more intensely. The contrast is striking. The dark wings absorb the shadows, whil…
In Boulder, food has always reflected more than taste. It reflects lifestyle, values, and the rhythm of daily life. In 2026, Boulder’s food scene is not defined by loud trends or social-media moments. Instead, it has quietly shifted toward something more grounded, practical, and intentional. Wh…
In Boulder, food has always reflected more than taste. It reflects lifestyle, values, and the rhythm of daily life. In 2026, Boulder’s food scene is not defined by loud trends or social-media moment…
In Boulder, food has always reflected more than taste. It reflects lifestyle, values, and the rhythm of daily life. In 2026, Boulder’s food scene is not defined by loud trends or social-media moments. Instead, it has quietly shifted toward something more grounded, practical, and intentional. What people are eating now tells a clear story. Boulder is choosing food that supports real life. Long walks, early mornings, trail time, busy workdays, and slower evenings have shaped what ends up on plates. The result is a food culture that feels calm, confident, and distinctly Boulder. Comfo…
Boulder, Colorado’s Chief Niwot: The Face We Do Not Have Do we know what iconic Chief Niwot, known as "Left Hand," really looked like? We've all seen sculptures and representations of the great chief, but do we know what he looked like? The answer is easy. NO! There is no existing picture of the …
Boulder, Colorado’s Chief Niwot: The Face We Do Not Have Do we know what iconic Chief Niwot, known as "Left Hand," really looked like? We've all seen sculptures and representations of the great chi…
Boulder, Colorado’s Chief Niwot: The Face We Do Not Have Do we know what iconic Chief Niwot, known as "Left Hand," really looked like? We've all seen sculptures and representations of the great chief, but do we know what he looked like? The answer is easy. NO! There is no existing picture of the Chief. There are several representations which purport to be pictures of Left Hand. The fact is that there is no existing picture or sculpture of the Chief. The closest we've come, and the closest that exists so far, is a picture taken by superstar photographer Dona Bollard of Eldred Poisal. We kn…
Lenny Frieling
January 4, 2026
January arrives gently in Boulder. After the holidays fade and the calendar opens up, the city settles into a slower, quieter rhythm. There is no rush to impress, no packed social schedule, and no pressure to be anywhere other than where you are. Boulder breathes out, and that collective pause is wh…
January arrives gently in Boulder. After the holidays fade and the calendar opens up, the city settles into a slower, quieter rhythm. There is no rush to impress, no packed social schedule, and no pre…
January arrives gently in Boulder. After the holidays fade and the calendar opens up, the city settles into a slower, quieter rhythm. There is no rush to impress, no packed social schedule, and no pressure to be anywhere other than where you are. Boulder breathes out, and that collective pause is what makes January one of the most underrated times of the year. Unlike the busier months that bring crowds, festivals, and full parking lots at every trailhead, January offers space. The city feels less hurried and more intentional. Mornings unfold without urgency, afternoons feel open, and evenin…
Snow-Covered Serenity at the University of Colorado Boulder There are days in Boulder when everything aligns perfectly, and today’s epic outdoor picture captures one of those rare, unforgettable moments. The scene unfolds on the campus of the University of Colorado Boulder, where Old Main stand…
Snow-Covered Serenity at the University of Colorado Boulder There are days in Boulder when everything aligns perfectly, and today’s epic outdoor picture captures one of those rare, unforgettable …
Snow-Covered Serenity at the University of Colorado Boulder There are days in Boulder when everything aligns perfectly, and today’s epic outdoor picture captures one of those rare, unforgettable moments. The scene unfolds on the campus of the University of Colorado Boulder, where Old Main stands front and center, the American flag flying confidently against a flawless blue sky. Fresh snow blankets the campus, creating a calm, almost storybook setting that feels both peaceful and powerful. Old Main has long been the heart of the university, and in this moment, it feels especially symbol…
The Boulder blues of sunrises contrast with the reds of the start of the sunrise after the reds have begun to fade. The bright yellows and the light subtle blues appear before the stronger blues and after the deep dark red banding which is so common to Boulder Sunrises. The blue-yellow-orange-yel…
The Boulder blues of sunrises contrast with the reds of the start of the sunrise after the reds have begun to fade. The bright yellows and the light subtle blues appear before the stronger blues an…
The Boulder blues of sunrises contrast with the reds of the start of the sunrise after the reds have begun to fade. The bright yellows and the light subtle blues appear before the stronger blues and after the deep dark red banding which is so common to Boulder Sunrises. The blue-yellow-orange-yellow forms a palette, a colorway of nature that is strong enough to get me out from under the covers. The bedroom begins to turn yellow with the background lighting of the reds and yellow. The opposite side of the color wheel provides the contrast. While the order of the appearing colors remains g…
Lenny Frieling
January 3, 2026
Winter in Boulder quiets the landscape. Trails grow still, colors soften, and nature takes a deep breath. That’s exactly why today’s launch of the Boulder Butterfly Series feels right. Even in the calm of winter, the Monarch butterfly reminds us that beauty doesn’t disappear—it simply wai…
Winter in Boulder quiets the landscape. Trails grow still, colors soften, and nature takes a deep breath. That’s exactly why today’s launch of the Boulder Butterfly Series feels right. Even in …
Winter in Boulder quiets the landscape. Trails grow still, colors soften, and nature takes a deep breath. That’s exactly why today’s launch of the Boulder Butterfly Series feels right. Even in the calm of winter, the Monarch butterfly reminds us that beauty doesn’t disappear—it simply waits for the right moment to return. Today’s featured butterfly is one of the most iconic and recognizable in the world: the Monarch. Featured Butterfly of Boulder: The Monarch With its vivid orange wings traced in bold black lines, the Monarch butterfly is impossible to overlook. Its pat…
On a crisp and beautiful Boulder day, Glacier captured the spirit of everything locals love about dogs in this town — fresh air, wide-open spaces, and a favorite toy that turns an ordinary walk into something unforgettable. With an unmistakable orange ball proudly clenched in their mouth, Glacier …
On a crisp and beautiful Boulder day, Glacier captured the spirit of everything locals love about dogs in this town — fresh air, wide-open spaces, and a favorite toy that turns an ordinary walk into…
On a crisp and beautiful Boulder day, Glacier captured the spirit of everything locals love about dogs in this town — fresh air, wide-open spaces, and a favorite toy that turns an ordinary walk into something unforgettable. With an unmistakable orange ball proudly clenched in their mouth, Glacier looked completely at home, soaking in the moment and owning the day. Whether Glacier is a boy or a girl doesn’t matter much here. What matters is the joy — the unmistakable, tail-wagging happiness that comes from a dog being exactly where they want to be. In Boulder, that often means outdoors…
As the calendar turns, Boulder doesn’t rush forward. It doesn’t shout resolutions or chase reinvention. Instead, the city pauses — takes a breath — and settles into its natural rhythm. That rhythm defines Boulder in 2026. Rather than focusing on becoming something new, the year ahead f…
As the calendar turns, Boulder doesn’t rush forward. It doesn’t shout resolutions or chase reinvention. Instead, the city pauses — takes a breath — and settles into its natural rhythm. That…
As the calendar turns, Boulder doesn’t rush forward. It doesn’t shout resolutions or chase reinvention. Instead, the city pauses — takes a breath — and settles into its natural rhythm. That rhythm defines Boulder in 2026. Rather than focusing on becoming something new, the year ahead feels rooted in strengthening what already works. Less pressure. More presence. Fewer declarations. More intention. A City Choosing Balance Over Burnout If one theme shapes Boulder this year, it’s balance. Across the city, there’s a noticeable shift away from extremes. Hustle culture continu…
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau January 2 arrives without the noise. The fireworks are over. The bold declarations of New Year’s Eve have settled. What remains is a quieter moment — one that feels more hone…
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau January 2 arrives without the noise. The fireworks are over. The bold declarat…
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau January 2 arrives without the noise. The fireworks are over. The bold declarations of New Year’s Eve have settled. What remains is a quieter moment — one that feels more honest. Less about promises. More about direction. In Boulder, confidence has never been about spectacle. It doesn’t announce itself loudly or demand attention. It shows up in everyday choices: stepping outside even when it’s cold, returning to the same trail, committing to something meaningful w…
There are moments in Boulder when the landscape feels perfectly aligned, and this epic outdoor picture of the day captures one of them. Seen from Green Mountain, the rugged profile of Bear Peak rises dramatically across the foothills, both peaks dusted with fresh snow and framed in crisp winter ligh…
There are moments in Boulder when the landscape feels perfectly aligned, and this epic outdoor picture of the day captures one of them. Seen from Green Mountain, the rugged profile of Bear Peak rises …
There are moments in Boulder when the landscape feels perfectly aligned, and this epic outdoor picture of the day captures one of them. Seen from Green Mountain, the rugged profile of Bear Peak rises dramatically across the foothills, both peaks dusted with fresh snow and framed in crisp winter light. It’s a perspective that highlights not just elevation, but history, effort, and the deep connection Boulder has with its mountains. Green Mountain stands at 8,144 feet, a broad, forested summit that offers one of the most expansive overlooks in the Boulder area. From its upper ridges, the ci…
What the First Meal of the Year Really Looks Like in Boulder January 1st in Boulder doesn’t arrive loudly. There’s no rush to prove anything and no pressure to reinvent yourself before breakfast. The morning feels quieter. The air feels softer. Coffee comes first, plans come later. This is a…
What the First Meal of the Year Really Looks Like in Boulder January 1st in Boulder doesn’t arrive loudly. There’s no rush to prove anything and no pressure to reinvent yourself before breakfast.…
What the First Meal of the Year Really Looks Like in Boulder January 1st in Boulder doesn’t arrive loudly. There’s no rush to prove anything and no pressure to reinvent yourself before breakfast. The morning feels quieter. The air feels softer. Coffee comes first, plans come later. This is a town that understands something many places forget: the year doesn’t need to be conquered on day one. It just needs to be welcomed. That mindset shows up clearly in the first meal of the year. Not as a statement. Not as a reset. But as comfort. A Slow Morning Is the Point In Boulder, Ne…
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