Thank you and thanks to AboutBoulder for naming me Blogger Of The Year.  I’m deeply honored to share that I have been named Blogger of the Year by AboutBoulder.com. This heart warming recognition coincides with AboutBoulder officially breaking the barrier and exceeding two million page views a month. It took me about six months […]

Winter in Boulder has a way of sharpening everything—the air, the light, the silence between footsteps. The Flatirons look closer. The foothills feel wilder. And if you pick the right trail, you can get a legit “Boulder moment” in under two hours and still make it home warm, happy, and hungry. Before you step out […]

Boulder’s Closest Winter Playground When snow falls in Boulder, there’s a familiar question that follows: How fast can I get on skis? The answer, for locals, is almost always the same. Eldora Mountain Resort sits just west of town, tucked above Nederland, offering one of the quickest transitions from city streets to chairlifts anywhere in […]

Boulder has always treated health as a way of life, but in 2026 that mindset has matured into something more intentional, data-aware, and deeply personal. Fitness here is no longer about chasing extremes. It’s about longevity, mobility, and feeling good in everyday movement—from trailheads to town. Movement First, Metrics Second The biggest shift in Boulder […]

Colorado has plenty of strong colleges, and different lists will rank them differently depending on what they measure. But if you’re talking about the university that most completely represents Colorado on a national stage—academics, research, opportunity, and statewide influence—the University of Colorado Boulder is the school that consistently rises to the top of the conversation. […]

The Mesa Trail is one of those Boulder experiences that never tries to impress—and somehow always does. Stretching along the foothills beneath the Flatirons, this trail delivers everything that defines Boulder hiking: wide-open views, steady terrain, wildlife sightings, and that rare feeling of space even on a popular route. Running roughly 6.5 miles point to […]

“You don’t have to see the whole path—just take the next honest step.” The beginning of a new year often arrives with a lot of noise. Goals, resolutions, and expectations can stack up quickly, making it feel like everything needs to be figured out before you even begin. But real progress rarely works that way. […]

Winter mountain biking in Boulder, Colorado, is not only possible—it can be one of the most rewarding times of year to ride. With fewer people on the trails, crisp air, and dramatic views of snow-lined foothills, winter riding offers a quieter, more intentional way to experience Boulder’s legendary trail system. The most important factor in […]

January in Boulder has a way of inviting fresh starts. Clear air, snowy peaks, long walks, and a community that already leans health-conscious make this month a natural fit for Veganuary—the global challenge to eat fully plant-based for 31 days. If the idea excites you but also feels intimidating, you’re not alone. The good news […]

There are certain places in Boulder that feel almost secret in the winter—places that locals quietly return to when the crowds thin out and the season slows everything down. Wonderland Lake is one of those places. Tucked into North Boulder beneath the foothills, this short, scenic loop transforms into something special once winter arrives, offering […]