Autumn is the season of transformation, and with it there are many metaphors for you to reflect on in creating change in your life. Indigenous traditions from around the world all use metaphors of the earth in their rituals for connecting with the greater whole. This is often reflected in the use of the “medicine wheel” […]

When you hear people talk about Eldora here in Boulder County nearly everyone’s mind goes to the same place: Eldora Ski Resort. But have you ever been to the Historic town of Eldora just below the popular ski resort? Admittedly, there isn’t a whole lot to be found here as many of the town buildings […]

The Open Space and Mountain Parks system is one of the few on the Colorado Front Range that allows dog guardians to walk their dogs off-leash. This opportunity is only available if dogs are responsibly controlled by voice and sight and wear a voice and sight dog tag. It is a demanding standard for both […]

Bears have been spotted in populated areas of Boulder, prompting the city to issue a warning to residents and visitors about their presence. Bears have been spotted south of Arapahoe Road in the Hill, Table Mesa, Martin Acres, and Chautauqua neighborhoods. Wildlife officers have already relocated one female bear, and the city is alerting residents […]

photo credit: Tony Harman

Brainard Lake Recreation Area, northwest of Ward, has two trails that highlight the fall foliage: Mount Audubon and the Sourdough Trail. The Audubon Trail provides excellent views of the aspens, whereas the Sourdough Trail provides a more dense forest experience. Driving time from Boulder is around 50 minutes. Photo credits: Les Madson

The nighttime temperatures in Boulder, Colorado start to drop as your growing season draws to a close, increasing the likelihood of frost with each passing day. Around September 18, you start to run the risk of experiencing frost, and by October 11, you almost certainly will have experienced at least one frost event. Frost is […]

Early morning photo of the Boulder Flatirons with Green and Bear mountains. The Flatirons are a group of rock formations in the western United States, in Boulder, Colorado, that are made up of flatirons and other irregular shapes. A group of five huge, numbered Flatirons may be found on the east slope of Green Mountain, […]