mm Did we experience any record heat during the most recent heat wave? During the recent heatwave, several cities in Colorado experienced record-breaking temperatures. Aspen: On July 17, Aspen Airport recorded a high of 90 degrees Fahrenheit, marking the hottest July 17 since 1998. Although this temperature is significant, it does not officially count as […]

I was truly shocked. I had a chat with AI about how much hotter it is on concrete, on blacktop, and on outdoor dirt paths. How much hotter is a blacktop parking lot surface than the “ambient air” temperature as reported.  I know that when I walk out of the supermarket or out of any […]

When summers in Boulder, Colorado, turn up the heat, finding ways to beat the heat becomes a top priority. From exploring the best swimming spots to discovering unique ways to stay cool, there are plenty of creative ways to beat the heat in Boulder, Colorado. Hit the Rapids: Whitewater Rafting and Tubing One of the […]

Waneka Lake  (accent on the “Wa“) always holds some surprise. In addition to the near 100 degrees F, 38 degrees C, I spotted a group of flowering cactus. They looked quite healthy in the blistering heat. The honeybee also seemed to be in its element. The honey bee, Apis mellifera, is one of nature’s most […]

mmI know that people can get heat stroke, dehydration, and can experience other impacts from over-heating. What about my loved dog? How sensitive are dogs to heat? How do I keep my pup safe in the summer? Does size or breed matter? I already feed pup the best food, get proper veterinary care, and give […]

  Weak Fern Wall. ?                     pic Lenny Lensworth Frieling Boulder Blizzard Imminent? Perhaps not. What’s missing? For one, a nicely defined long “fern wall.” This hot dog shaped cloud runs North and South between the Front Range and the Continental Divide. To me, fhis possible fern wall, to this fool’s eyes, looks weak and disorganized. […]