The Visit of Boulder’s Golden Ash Carpet Continues! No, I am  not yet tired of the golden glow of the ash tree as it greets the fall. While the red of maples and the gold of aspens is always an amazing treat, there is something about the golden ash leaves that fascinates me. Boulder’s Golden […]

Boulder’s Fall Gold Ash Tree Nature must have an affinity for the gold-blue combination of everything from the University of Colorado Buffs to Aspens and Ashes and the Colorado Sky. Boulder’s Fall Gold Ash Tree parades the color combination in all its glory! In the fall, ash leaves change color as part of a natural […]

Boulder, like most of the lower 48, is getting ready for the onset of winter, colder weather, snow, and all of the concomitant events. What are the top seven things we can and should do to get ready? Because I am lazy at heart, I am focusing on the “quick hitters.” What are the things […]

In Boulder, just a few short months ago, spring and summer made their yearly visit. The visit that, and this is not news, draws to a close. While the impending fall and winter is arguably a matter of proper clothing as much as it is a time of tumbling temperatures, it is still close. Bad […]

Don’t be too hard on yourself. It takes baby steps to get back to a fitness routine, so try to be kind if you don’t achieve all that you desire in a workout.  Americans are conditioned to think if a little bit is good, a lot must be better.  When it comes to exercise, the […]

Take one step out of your front door these days and the crunch of crimson leaves beneath your feet will send a clear message: fall is in full swing. That, and you might need to invest in a leaf blower. With fall comes high winds, vibrant foliage, trendy scarves, and most important of all, Halloween. […]

Colorado is renowned for its stunning fall foliage, particularly the vibrant hues of Aspen trees that blanket the mountainsides. As autumn arrives, the state transforms into a breathtaking landscape of gold, orange, and crimson. Here, we’ll explore some of the best places in Colorado to witness this natural spectacle and delve into why Colorado is […]

Boulder, Colorado, stands out as an exceptional destination in the fall, and there are several compelling reasons why it’s the best place to be during this season. Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor activities, cultural events, and a vibrant community that make it […]

I’d expect lots of warm days in Boulder to come, but in the mountains, it is really starting to feel like fall. Once the aspen trees start to turn its a narrow window of time to see the mountains shrouded in gold.  There’s several places a quick drive from Boulder to go check out the […]

While it may be golden aspen up in the mountains, down here in the plains, in Boulder, we still have wildflowers in bloom. These flowers provide important food for bees and other animals as we get closer to winter. In our open space and natural areas these flowers are especially important. Its the very end […]