Our rescued & adopted green cheeked conure (parrot) came with no history. We don’t know if she was ever out of the cage, or if she even was able to fly. Some have had their “primaries” main flight feathers clipped so they cannot fly. We took a chance after a month or more of letting […]

Photo credit: Sherrie Stille

Greetings from a landscape filled with lakes, waterfalls, and stunning peaks. One of the most visited locations in Rocky Mountain National Park is Bear Lake. There is beauty everywhere you turn, with calming vistas of Hallett Peak and the Continental Divide with ponderosa pines all around. All levels of hikers will enjoy the wheelchair-accessible Bear […]

Ice cream and frozen yogurt have become everyone’s favorite summer snacks due to several reasons. First and foremost, their sweet and refreshing taste provides a delightful way to beat the summer heat. The cold and creamy texture offers a comforting escape from the scorching weather, making it a popular choice for people of all ages. […]

Buntings are mostly granivorous, feeding on a variety of seeds. They will come to bird feeders in search of smaller seeds, particularly white proso millet, Nyjer, and sunflower hearts or chips. Planting seed-bearing flowers can supply natural seeds for buntings to consume. The male is easy to spot because it has a bright blue head […]

Boulder, a city nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, has gained a well-deserved reputation as a healthy place to live. The unique combination of a stunning natural environment, an active lifestyle, and a health-conscious community fosters an atmosphere that promotes physical and mental well-being. Firstly, the abundance of outdoor recreational activities in Boulder […]