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What Surprises First-Time Visitors About Boulder

Most people arrive in Boulder with a clear picture already in mind. The Flatirons in the background, Pearl Street in the foreground, and the sense that everything revolves around hiking boots and smoothie bowls. That picture is not wrong, but it misses what actually stays with you. The real surpr…

Most people arrive in Boulder with a clear picture already in mind. The Flatirons in the background, Pearl Street in the foreground, and the sense that everything revolves around hiking boots and smoo…

Most people arrive in Boulder with a clear picture already in mind. The Flatirons in the background, Pearl Street in the foreground, and the sense that everything revolves around hiking boots and smoothie bowls. That picture is not wrong, but it misses what actually stays with you. The real surprises appear between destinations, in moments that feel unplanned and oddly personal. Boulder reveals itself quietly, and that contrast often catches first-time visitors off guard. Boulder Feels Smaller — And More Intimate — Than Expected Despite its reputation and national visibility, Boulder …

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I Prepare to Take a Bullet

Every day that us Boulder students go to school, we prepare—quietly—for the possibility of a bullet. That sentence should sound impossible. Instead, it sounds familiar. I think I learned that familiarity long before I understood it. It started, for me, with a license plate. The License Plate…

Every day that us Boulder students go to school, we prepare—quietly—for the possibility of a bullet. That sentence should sound impossible. Instead, it sounds familiar. I think I learned that fam…

Every day that us Boulder students go to school, we prepare—quietly—for the possibility of a bullet. That sentence should sound impossible. Instead, it sounds familiar. I think I learned that familiarity long before I understood it. It started, for me, with a license plate. The License Plate I Didn't Understand Yet  When I was little, my mom drove me around Colorado in a car that wore one of the prettiest license plates I’d ever seen: a columbine flower floating in a blue-sky background, a soft lavender stripe, and two simple words stamped across the bottom, “Respect Life.” …

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Where Boulder Traveled in 2025: The Most Popular Getaways from Boulder

Boulder has always been a town with a strong sense of place — and an equally strong pull toward exploration. In 2025, that travel spirit became especially clear in where Boulder residents chose to go. Rather than chasing crowded hotspots or trend-driven destinations, Boulder travelers continued to…

Boulder has always been a town with a strong sense of place — and an equally strong pull toward exploration. In 2025, that travel spirit became especially clear in where Boulder residents chose to g…

Boulder has always been a town with a strong sense of place — and an equally strong pull toward exploration. In 2025, that travel spirit became especially clear in where Boulder residents chose to go. Rather than chasing crowded hotspots or trend-driven destinations, Boulder travelers continued to favor places that offered nature, space, culture, and genuine restoration. This year’s most popular getaways reflect Boulder’s values: outdoor beauty, authenticity, wellness, and experiences that feel intentional rather than rushed. From dramatic coastlines to high-desert landscapes and clas…

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Tim’s Top 10 Films of 2025

In a general sense, 2025 sucked. The United States seems to have been transformed into a foul combination of kakistocracy and plutocracy, while sliding pell mell into fascism. Innocent people are being arrested and disappeared to God knows where. Real Christianity feels further away than ever, while…

In a general sense, 2025 sucked. The United States seems to have been transformed into a foul combination of kakistocracy and plutocracy, while sliding pell mell into fascism. Innocent people are bein…

In a general sense, 2025 sucked. The United States seems to have been transformed into a foul combination of kakistocracy and plutocracy, while sliding pell mell into fascism. Innocent people are being arrested and disappeared to God knows where. Real Christianity feels further away than ever, while gleeful cruelty feels like the law of the land. It would be an understatement to say that things are not great. In a cinematic sense, however, 2025 kind of kicked ass. This year, we had excellent genre films, smart blockbusters, affecting documentaries, and indie films that punched far beyond th…

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James Peak 13,294 Feet: The Snow-Capped Mountain Visible from Boulder

On rare, crystal-clear days in Boulder, the horizon opens up and reveals something special — a distant, snow-capped summit rising high above the Front Range. That peak is James Peak, standing tall at 13,294 feet, quietly watching over Boulder from the Continental Divide. While Boulder is famous f…

On rare, crystal-clear days in Boulder, the horizon opens up and reveals something special — a distant, snow-capped summit rising high above the Front Range. That peak is James Peak, standing tall a…

On rare, crystal-clear days in Boulder, the horizon opens up and reveals something special — a distant, snow-capped summit rising high above the Front Range. That peak is James Peak, standing tall at 13,294 feet, quietly watching over Boulder from the Continental Divide. While Boulder is famous for its close-up mountain drama — the Flatirons, Bear Peak, and Green Mountain — James Peak offers a different kind of beauty. It’s not immediate or towering overhead. Instead, it appears far in the distance, subtle yet powerful, its white summit often visible when the air is clean and the ligh…

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Boulder Quote of the Day: Kindness as a Universal Language

Some quotes don’t need interpretation. They arrive with a truth that feels immediately familiar. Mark Twain’s words about kindness are one of those rare reminders that cut through noise and complexity with clarity. Kindness, he suggests, doesn’t rely on explanation or shared language. It’s u…

Some quotes don’t need interpretation. They arrive with a truth that feels immediately familiar. Mark Twain’s words about kindness are one of those rare reminders that cut through noise and comple…

Some quotes don’t need interpretation. They arrive with a truth that feels immediately familiar. Mark Twain’s words about kindness are one of those rare reminders that cut through noise and complexity with clarity. Kindness, he suggests, doesn’t rely on explanation or shared language. It’s understood instinctively, felt rather than analyzed. “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” — Mark Twain That idea resonates deeply in Boulder. This is a place where people slow down just enough to notice one another. Whether it’s a brief smile on a tra…

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Boulder’s Dish of the Year 2025: The One Plate Everyone Talked About

Every year, Boulder’s food scene quietly reveals what matters most. Sometimes it’s innovation. Sometimes it’s indulgence. In 2025, it was something simpler, steadier, and more meaningful. This year, one dish rose above the rest—not because it chased trends or pushed boundaries, but becaus…

Every year, Boulder’s food scene quietly reveals what matters most. Sometimes it’s innovation. Sometimes it’s indulgence. In 2025, it was something simpler, steadier, and more meaningful. Thi…

Every year, Boulder’s food scene quietly reveals what matters most. Sometimes it’s innovation. Sometimes it’s indulgence. In 2025, it was something simpler, steadier, and more meaningful. This year, one dish rose above the rest—not because it chased trends or pushed boundaries, but because it reflected exactly where Boulder was as a community. Boulder’s Dish of the Year in 2025 was the elevated comfort bowl. Not a single recipe. Not one restaurant. But a style of dish that showed up everywhere and resonated with nearly everyone. Why This Dish Defined Boulder in 2025 In a y…

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Preparing Boulder for High Winds and Fire Season: Safety, Community, and Resilience

Boulder is no stranger to dramatic weather shifts. Sitting at the meeting point of the Rocky Mountains and the open plains, the city regularly experiences powerful winds, rapid drops in humidity, and fast-changing conditions that elevate wildfire risk—especially along the Front Range. During pe…

Boulder is no stranger to dramatic weather shifts. Sitting at the meeting point of the Rocky Mountains and the open plains, the city regularly experiences powerful winds, rapid drops in humidity, and …

Boulder is no stranger to dramatic weather shifts. Sitting at the meeting point of the Rocky Mountains and the open plains, the city regularly experiences powerful winds, rapid drops in humidity, and fast-changing conditions that elevate wildfire risk—especially along the Front Range. During periods of high winds and low humidity, fire danger rises quickly. These are the days when a single spark can travel faster than anyone expects, when open spaces are closed out of caution, and when residents are reminded just how important preparedness and awareness truly are. Why Boulder Faces Eleva…

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Winter Magic: A Fiery Sunrise Over East Boulder Colorado

Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day: A December Sunrise Over East Boulder There are moments in Boulder when the day begins not quietly, but boldly—and this December sunrise over East Boulder is one of those moments. Captured by award-winning Boulder photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling, this i…

Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day: A December Sunrise Over East Boulder There are moments in Boulder when the day begins not quietly, but boldly—and this December sunrise over East Boulder is o…

Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day: A December Sunrise Over East Boulder There are moments in Boulder when the day begins not quietly, but boldly—and this December sunrise over East Boulder is one of those moments. Captured by award-winning Boulder photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling, this image freezes a fleeting instant when the sky ignites and the world pauses long enough to notice. From the eastern edge of Boulder, the sunrise unfolds in deep oranges, glowing reds, and warm golds that spill across the horizon. The trees stand dark and steady in the foreground, their silhouet…

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Boulder Food Trends: The Rise of Fermented Foods in Colorado

The Rise of Fermentation in Colorado: 12 Simple Ways Boulder Is Embracing It Fermentation has quietly become one of the most visible food trends in Boulder, Colorado — not as a fad, but as a reflection of the city’s long-standing appreciation for craftsmanship, tradition, and flavor. From kombu…

The Rise of Fermentation in Colorado: 12 Simple Ways Boulder Is Embracing It Fermentation has quietly become one of the most visible food trends in Boulder, Colorado — not as a fad, but as a reflec…

The Rise of Fermentation in Colorado: 12 Simple Ways Boulder Is Embracing It Fermentation has quietly become one of the most visible food trends in Boulder, Colorado — not as a fad, but as a reflection of the city’s long-standing appreciation for craftsmanship, tradition, and flavor. From kombucha on tap to kimchi appearing on more menus, fermented foods and drinks are now part of everyday life around town. Rather than being driven by hype, Boulder’s fermentation movement is rooted in culture, creativity, and a community that values how food is made. Here are twelve clear, observable…

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Boulder Quote of the Day: Finding Clarity Through Nature

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein Boulder has always been a place where nature is more than a backdrop—it’s a teacher. From the Flatirons rising at sunrise to quiet trails that wind through foothills and forests, nature here has …

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein Boulder has always been a place where nature is more than a backdrop—it’s a teacher. From the F…

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein Boulder has always been a place where nature is more than a backdrop—it’s a teacher. From the Flatirons rising at sunrise to quiet trails that wind through foothills and forests, nature here has a way of slowing people down and helping them see more clearly. That’s why this quote from Albert Einstein feels like the perfect way to begin Boulder Quote of the Day. In a world that constantly demands attention, answers, and explanations, Boulder offers something different: space. Space to w…

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Outdoor Picture of the Day: Hot Air Balloon Lift-Off Over Erie, Colorado

Today’s Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day captures a striking daytime moment in Erie, Colorado, one of Boulder’s most scenic neighbors and a quiet favorite for open-sky adventures. Photographed by award-winning Colorado photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling , this image freezes the raw energy behi…

Today’s Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day captures a striking daytime moment in Erie, Colorado, one of Boulder’s most scenic neighbors and a quiet favorite for open-sky adventures. Photographed by a…

Today’s Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day captures a striking daytime moment in Erie, Colorado, one of Boulder’s most scenic neighbors and a quiet favorite for open-sky adventures. Photographed by award-winning Colorado photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling , this image freezes the raw energy behind hot air ballooning—the powerful flames firing upward as the balloon is brought to life. There’s something captivating about seeing a balloon mid-prep during the day. The bright Colorado sky provides a clean backdrop, allowing the flames, colors, and scale of the balloon to take center stag…

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