Boulder Magic is in capturing candid moments of wildlife in your own backyard.  In this article, we’ll explore the art of backyard wildlife photography and the joy of documenting these adorable creatures feasting on nature’s bounties. Which to photograph? Easy! Who’s visiting? When in raccoon-land, take raccoon pictures. My personal biggest secret? Push the button […]

A back yard visitor raccoon. This parent was keeping on eye on me, knowing that at least three of the youngsters were also there, frolicking under a parental watchful eye. I am quite comfortable having a glass door between me and this denizen of the night! Even with the glass as a shield, having the […]

Is a coyote a dog? Or is a dog a coyote? Coyotes and dogs are distinct but closely related species. They both belong to the Canidae family, which also includes other species like wolves and foxes. Here’s a breakdown of their relationship: Coyotes (*Canis latrans*) are wild animals native to North America. They have distinct […]

Hiking is one of Boulder’s best activities. It’s a great way to get outside, see some sights, and catch up on the latest gossip with some friends. Nature is unpredictable though, and hikers must always be prepared for everything. That’s why I’ve prepared a list of hiking tips. 1. Stay hydrated. Staying hydrated is absolutely […]

You owe it to yourself to gaze upon the beautiful landscape around Boulder, and the best way to do that is to start exploring some trails. Marshall Mesa Loop Marshall Mesa Loop is a great hiking trail to start with. It’s an easy hike, only 3.3 miles, and it gives you a brilliant view of […]

A jaw-dropping video of the gravity-defying feat currently boasts over 85,000 views on Twitter as of Monday morning. “And the gold medal for long & high jump goes to…..” reads the caption to the high-flying footage, which was shared Friday to the Twitter account of India-based environmental NGO WildLense Eco Foundation. In the exhilarating slow-motion […]

Wildlife officials have relocated a mountain lion that snuck into a garage in Longmont and fell asleep under an SUV. The animals was tranquilized in the garage, then released in the Arapaho National Forest. Mountain lion sightings are usually more common in Boulder, Niwot and Lyons, just west of Longmont, however mountain lions are known […]

It’s almost unknown to see a moose coming down from the mountains to go deeper into Boulder, especially as it gets warmer, but one female moose was looking to spend some time in Boulder’s Columbia Cemetery. “Moose do come down from the mountains from time to time, but overall I would say that is out […]

Celestial Seasonings first got in trouble way back in 1999 when it poisoned some prairie dogs that lived in the property surrounding the factory. As a way to prevent this from happening again, the surrounding area has been protected and serves as a buffer for Celestial Seasonings that does not impact the wildlife. Now, this […]

There is a great respect and appreciation for the public land here in Colorado, and the majority of Colorado voters in 2016 “opposed efforts to turn national public lands over to the state.” (Conservation Colorado 2016). With this sentiment in mind, Colorado made itself the first state to create a holiday focused on appreciating the […]