Ballooning starts early. Light was just breaking (mostly in my imagination) when baskets are already being lowered from the back of pickup trucks. Teamwork and cooperation are essential. Balloons are unloaded, laid out on the ground, and filling begins. The main body of balloon-filling air initially is supplied by large powerful fans run on generators. […]

  Art is easy. Photography is easy. What is hard is getting up early enough to see the art. Photographers have long known that the best, most fun and interesting light is during the “golden hours,” around sunrise and around sunset. Fine. So we know the secret. What’s hard about that? EASY! The hard part […]

The sun rises over Eastern Boulder County at the Erie Balloon Festival. I arrived at 5:15 AM to make sure I did not miss part of the show! The rising sun lights the clouds where the hot air balloons are welcomed! Here we are at the third picture and so far not even one balloon! […]

Boulder, Colorado has long been renowned for its stunning natural beauty, vibrant community, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. However, in recent years, a growing number of residents have been making the move to the charming town of Erie, Colorado, just a short drive away. This exodus from Boulder to Erie has sparked curiosity and conversation, […]

Not sure which trails are worth the trek? Never fear—we’ve compiled five of the best bike trails in the area to get you started. 1. Sunset Trail East, Erie CO For those looking for a gentle start, this 1-mile beginner loop in Erie has high ratings, views of the plains, and nice easy switchbacks for […]

Legal pickles can be sour, but finding the right lawyer shouldn’t leave a bad taste in your mouth. Let’s add some flavor to this journey!  From traffic tickets to more serious charges, legal troubles can knock on anyone’s door. You’re not alone. But fear not, the perfect lawyer is out there. You’ve read Selecting the […]

Meet Chelsea! This Indiana native is a full time student and musician, that loves going to shows in her free time. Some of her favorite things about living in Colorado is the easy access to hiking, and the clean mountains air. Her grandparents currently live in Erie, and she visits boulder regularly. Thanks you for […]

The Luvin Arms Gala is Almost Here! Erie, Colorado – One of the most anticipated events of the year is just around the corner: the Luvin Arms 7th Annual Gala – Ahimsa in Bloom, held on Saturday, September 10th, from 4:00-8:00pm MST, both in-person and virtually. The nonprofit Animal Sanctuary is honored to host this […]

Jan. 21, 2022 – Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary is offering some special grief resources for all community members who were impacted by the recent catastrophic fire. For the next six Saturdays (Jan. 22-Feb. 26, 12-3PM MST), Luvin Arms will open its doors to all for Connect and Cuddle Time with their animal residents. Cuddling with […]

I dare you to try and keep up with this energetic 11 year old! Meet Logan! On an unseasonably warm winter day, Logan and his friends were hanging out at the skate park doing one of his favorite things…scootering! He switches between a trick scooter and BMX bike practicing jumps and moves until each one […]