Why Power Shutoffs Are Becoming Part of Life in Colorado Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) are no longer just a California issue. As wildfire risk increases across the West, utilities may temporarily shut off electricity during periods of high wind, dry conditions, or extreme fire danger to help prevent sparks that could lead to wildfires. […]

There’s something timeless about sledding in Boulder, Colorado. When snow blankets the foothills and neighborhoods, the city transforms into a playground where generations come together for one simple reason: pure winter joy. No lift tickets, no schedules—just gravity, fresh snow, and laughter echoing across white hillsides. Sledding is one of those rare activities that strips […]

Looking East Over Boulder, Colorado From One of the City’s Most Iconic Overlooks Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures a classic and powerful Boulder scene from Flagstaff Mountain, looking east across the city and out over the expansive plains beyond. This vantage point has long been one of Boulder’s most beloved viewpoints, offering a […]

Some mornings in Boulder call for big plans. Others call for something simple, warm, and familiar. On cold Colorado mornings—when the air is sharp, the light is clean, and the Flatirons slowly glow—donuts feel less like an indulgence and more like a tradition. Donuts work here because Boulder mornings are intentional. People walk, bike, pause, […]

There’s something unmistakable about winter in Boulder. Even on the coldest mornings, the city doesn’t feel weighed down. The light feels sharper. The air feels cleaner. The mood feels lighter. While winter in many places signals retreat, Boulder remains open, active, and quietly luminous. Ask longtime locals, and they’ll tell you it’s not just perception. […]

A calm morning guide to staying active, grounded, and connected in Boulder Winter in Boulder doesn’t stop people from getting outside—it simply refines how they do it. As the mornings grow quieter and the air turns crisp, one habit continues to unite locals across generations: the daily winter walk. Right now, a clear pattern is […]

Winter delivered one of those rare, unforgettable Boulder mornings, and today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures it perfectly. The Flatirons rise above the city coated in fresh snow, while Chautauqua Park below is completely blanketed in white, transforming one of Boulder’s most familiar landscapes into a quiet winter dream. The Flatirons are iconic in […]

On one of the coldest mornings Boulder has seen this winter, a single image captured everything locals know all too well: resilience, humor, and a refusal to let the cold win. The photo shows a Boulderite standing tall, University of Colorado gear on full display, his beard completely frozen solid — a natural sculpture formed […]

A Winter Face of Boulder Winter in Boulder, Colorado, reveals a different side of climbing. The crowds thin, the air sharpens, and the rock feels more honest. On a clear winter afternoon, a gentleman pads quietly across packed dirt, crash pad strapped to his back, breath visible in the cold. He is not chasing grades […]

When the temperature drops in Boulder, Colorado, there’s something deeply satisfying about sitting down to a perfectly cooked steak. Whether it’s a celebratory dinner, a date night, or simply craving a classic comfort meal, Boulder has a small but impressive lineup of restaurants that take steak seriously. While the city isn’t overflowing with traditional steakhouses, […]