Once again the neighboring Butterfly Pavillion in Westminster has proven to be a rich source of knowledge and beauty.  The White Morph visiting with a Big Eye Butterfly at the pavillion provides a great contrast. The “big eyes” provide protection by convincing predators that the Big Eye Butterfly is larger than it actually is. I […]

A Timeless View from East Boulder to the Continental Divide Some photographs don’t just show a place — they reveal its soul. Today’s Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day does exactly that. Captured in striking black and white from East Boulder, this image stretches across the plains toward the dramatic silhouette of the Flatirons, rising […]

Winter Magic: Where Boulder’s Sunrises Shine Brightest Winter mornings in Boulder have a special kind of quiet. The air is sharper, the skies are often clearer, and the rising sun paints the Flatirons and foothills in soft pinks, golds, and deep blues. While summer sunrises can feel rushed, winter rewards those who slow down, layer […]

There are certain places in Boulder that feel almost secret in the winter—places that locals quietly return to when the crowds thin out and the season slows everything down. Wonderland Lake is one of those places. Tucked into North Boulder beneath the foothills, this short, scenic loop transforms into something special once winter arrives, offering […]

“Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.” — Alan Cohen The start of a new year often brings pressure to have everything figured out. Plans, goals, timing, clarity. This quote is a quiet reminder that progress rarely begins with perfection. It begins with movement. Alan Cohen’s words […]

The Boulder Butterfly Series continues just outside the city limits, where tropical color thrives year-round. At the Butterfly Pavilion in neighboring Westminster 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 […]

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 […]

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.  […]

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 […]

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 […]