Devil’s Thumb is a prominent spire visible from almost anywhere in Boulder along the Flatirons skyline. It’s located just south of Bear Peak and has a distinct thumb-shaped shape. Every climber in Boulder has probably considered climbing it at some point, and apparently non-climbers did as well: a steel ladder was once installed to make the summit more accessible, but it has since been removed. The only remnant of the ladder is a steel pole on the summit’s east side, but it serves as an excellent rappel point for those willing to brave a laborious approach to the Thumb. There... Read More

Motto: “Life Is Better Up Here” 1. Frozen Dead Guy Days Have you ever felt like your life was missing coffin racing, costumed polar plunging, frozen t-shirt contests and the celebration of a frozen man? If so, come to one of the most surreal festivals in the world, where locals and out-of-towners alike get together to celebrate Bredo Morstol, a frozen dead guy stored in a Tuff Shed in Nederland. 2. Experience happiness with the Carousel of Happiness The Carousel of Happiness is a restored 1910 Looff Carousel which was restored by hand by Vietnam vet Scott Harrison. His work represents... Read More