Hidden Gem of the Week: Twin Lakes – Boulder’s Wildlife Haven Boulder, Colorado is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, from the towering Flatirons to the meandering Boulder Creek. However, amidst this stunning scenery, there’s a hidden gem that often goes unnoticed by many visitors and even some locals. This week, we’re shining a spotlight on Twin Lakes, a serene and enchanting oasis that’s a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Discovering Twin Lakes Twin Lakes, situated on the northern edge of Boulder, offers a unique escape from the city’s... Read More

1. Gunbarrel Brewing Company Gunbarrel Brewing is a great place for a good beer, but even better if you’re looking for some ambiance. The brewery has food trucks daily as well as events such as the Wednesday beer run, geeks who drink trivia, and live music. There’s also a host of arcade games in the back with classics such as South Park and new games like Black Knight: Sword of Rage. Best brews on tap right now: Cleo’s Reserve Stout – American Imperial / Double, 11.4% ABV, 60 IBU Aged in rum barrels with guava, coconut mango, and papaya Weightless IPA – New England,... Read More

Just down the street from the larger Avery Brewing Company sits Asher Brewing Company, a company that focuses not only on making excellent craft beer but on implementing a model of sustainability that reflects the brewery’s environmentally friendly mission. This microbrewery uses 100% wind power to create their organic certified beers using locally sourced ingredients when possible. When I visited just this past week, the overhead lights were off since there was plenty sunshine coming through the floor to ceiling windows, helping keep the taproom energy efficient. If all of that weren’t enough,... Read More

Late April is always a fascinating time in Boulder, because you have two holidays that many of us truly enjoy. First up, always on the 20th of every year, is the hallowed “420”, which, to many (CU’s Administration, for example), is just a major headache. To those who actually have a reason behind celebrating 420, and aren’t just smoking their friend’s glass to seem counterculture, 420 is an important symbol for national legalization and recognition of every person in prison for the “crime” of possession of cannabis. I guess you can tell which side of... Read More