A part of the joy of traveling from Boulder is seeing new things. Here, the orchids were so amazing that I’m devoting two blogs to them. Blogging is a visual medium and these certainly fit that requirement. We know that there are a huge number of different orchids. WHY? Each type of orchid has evolved […]

We now know how to pack and we’re in central Florida. This Boulder Boy spent the afternoon drooling on orchids at Krull Smith Orchids. I had to be careful since over-watering does not agree with them. They are perhaps the biggest orchid growers in the country. I think I took about 2500 pictures, and selected […]

Revealing Our Routes: Women of Boulder County was originally developed by the Women of the West Museum back in 2002. Now the exhibit is now hosted by Boulder History Museum’s site. There are dozens of dynamic ladies documented in this collection, and today we’ve brought you a few of our favorites. Ruth Cave Flowers (1903-1980) was a native […]

This Saturday a peaceful rally of topless women and bare chested male supporters will gather on Pearl street for a demonstration. But is it legal for a woman to go topless in  Boulder? Yeah, it’s totally legal. Boulder city law does prevent nudity. So you must keep your “downtown” areas to yourself. Anyone over the […]

Even living in Boulder requires travel from Boulder. Here are famous quotations on the importance of travel to the well-rounded person. Traveling offers a wealth of benefits and insights. Seven quotations that encapsulate some of the key reasons why it’s good to travel: Cultural Exposure: “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.” – Mark […]

Smart packing from Boulder can significantly enhance your travel experience, making it smoother and more enjoyable. Here are ten ideas to help you pack efficiently for your airplane trip and vacation: Roll, Don’t Fold: Rolling your clothes instead of folding them can save space and prevent wrinkles. This technique also allows you to fit more […]

Most days a week, you can find Pete and his bumper sticker-covered Subaru, dubbed “The Starship”, climbing somewhere on Flagstaff Mountain. “Bouldering is not only a great way to train; it can clear your mind and help you find balance,” he articulates. Pete plans to become a mountain guide, where he can utilize his climbing […]

Boulder has long been known as a progressive and liberal town, and its friendly attitude towards cannabis is no exception. The city is home to a thriving cannabis culture, with a number of dispensaries, smoke shops, and cannabis-friendly events that attract visitors from all over the world. Whether you’re a seasoned cannabis connoisseur or just […]

Do you ever experience ringing, buzzing, hissing, whistling, swooshing, or clicking in your ears?  You might have tinnitus. Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no actual external noise is present. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates that nearly 15% of the general public — over 50 million Americans — experience some form of […]

To start off with, I want to look back on some of the famous movies that have been filmed right here in Boulder and in some of our close neighboring cities. Perhaps the most famous recent film shot in Colorado was “The Hateful Eight”, Tarantino’s latest film which featured a bounty hunter and his prisoner […]