Soaring Above Boulder: A Picture-Perfect Ballooning Adventure There’s something magical about floating through the sky in a hot air balloon—especially when you’re gliding above Boulder, Colorado. This epic photo captures that once-in-a-lifetime moment: a vibrant balloon ascending gracefully over the iconic Flatirons, the Rocky Mountains rising in the distance, and a crystal-clear reflection shimmering below. […]

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 […]

Hot air balloon riding in Colorado is incredibly popular due to several factors. Firstly, the state’s stunning scenery plays a significant role. Colorado is known for its awe-inspiring landscapes, from the majestic Rocky Mountains to expansive forests and picturesque valleys. Riding in a hot air balloon allows passengers to experience these natural wonders from a […]