Boulder is a very short distance up the road from the Denver Zoo. Whether you want to watch animal behavior or just see the strangest of animals, this is the place is this is the week. Happily it is just one of the marvelous weeks we in Boulder call “normal.” Can’t I Get Some Privacy In My Bath???   Lorikeets Are Not Uncommon in Zoos, And Are Always COOL Looking! This Bird Has Just Bathed. Or Taken A Hot Tub Soak.   I Am SO Cute After A Bath! Lorikeets, vibrant members of the parrot family, are known for their striking, colorful plumage and playful personalities.... Read More

Boulder, I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. As  much as we are watching the animals in the Denver Zoo, they are watching us.Closely!  This big boy is enjoying the sun, and is of course wearing adequate sunscreen! Boulderites are quite lucky to live right up the road from one of the finest zoos in the country. While not the biggest, it has the biggest heart! For this large male, notice the long hair of the lion’s mane. Now remember the lion at the beginning of every movie from MGM? Ever notice that it is now a short maned lion?? The MGM Lion(s) and the changing mane. Ever... Read More

  Lemur                      pic Lensworth Right up the road from Boulder, with easy access, great parking and wonderful enclosures, our Denver Zoo is  yet another wonder within 1/2 hour of Boulder. provides its animal guests as Lemurs, with their saucer-like eyes and enigmatic presence, are among the most charismatic creatures of Madagascar. These primates are distinguished by their large, reflective eyes, which give them an almost otherworldly appearance. This distinctive feature is not merely for show; it plays a crucial role in their nocturnal lifestyle. The lemurs’... Read More

Wake Up, Then Look At This Picture. THEN With A Huge Grin, Face Friday!  Photo Lenny Lensworth Frieling More Boulder Magic is based on location when we look into the Denver Zoo. Easy drive, easy parking, reasonable prices, especially memberships on sale, and a slew of slivering slimy savvy sorts of animals from all over the world. With a focus on protecting the more threatened animal species, the habitats have been and are being built with the comfort and sanity of the animals in mind. Our Denver “guests” think that they are the audience and that we zoo visitors are the daily year... Read More

  Rocky Mountain Goat Hanging Loose While Watching Its Visitors. The Visitors Are Behind The Bars   Boulder is virtually surrounded by Rocky Mountain Goats. From the quite nearby Denver Zoo to the top of Mt. Evans, we are surrounded by these glorious proud beasts of the mountains. Whether “walking” straight up and down walls of rock, seemingly defying the laws of gravity, or basking in the sun watching the visitors to the zoo habitat, the goats are magical. Please don’t divulge this photographer’s secret! It is about impossible to take a bad picture of Rocky Mountain... Read More

  Boulder wishes us a good morning! This vicious dangerous carnivorous rabbit is at home in the backyard.  Extreme caution is advised! Don’t say we did not warn you! This rabbit is so cute that a real and present danger is presented!   The Lesser Kudu also Wishes Us a Good Morning! The lesser kudu, a captivating and somewhat elusive creature, is one of the many highlights at the Denver Zoo. Native to the arid and semi-arid areas of Eastern Africa, these animals are a smaller, less known relative of the greater kudu, yet they possess a unique charm that captivates zoo visitors. Characterized... Read More

Incubus at Red Rocks  Boulder’s Finest Shutterbug: Lenny Lensworth Frieling Honored as AboutBoulder’s Photographer of the Year In a stunning display of artistic brilliance and community spirit, Lenny Lensworth Frieling, a distinguished Boulder attorney and former judge, has been named AboutBoulder‘s Photographer of the Year. This prestigious accolade is a testament to Frieling’s exceptional talent and his deep-rooted love for Boulder, a city he has called home for decades longer than any other place he’s lived. Boulder has been his home for the last 48 years. He... Read More

                                    Red Ruffed Lemur Boulder‘s near neighbor continues to provide wonderful photo models. The Denver Zoo is an eclectic grouping of cool animals and modern habitats. This highly endangered red ruffed lemur at the zoo is as interested in us as we are in it. Latin and Lemurs, The Science of the Cute! The Red Ruffed Lemur, scientifically known as Varecia rubra, is a striking and unique species of lemur found primarily in the rainforests of Masoala Peninsula in northeastern Madagascar. This species is one of the largest lemurs, with a distinctive... Read More

photo Lenny Lensworth Frieling            African Wild Dog “Boulder‘s proximity to the Denver Zoo offers its residents a unique opportunity to connect with one of the world’s most endangered species, the African Wild Dog. This majestic creature, though continents away from its natural habitat in Africa, finds a voice for conservation in the heart of Colorado.” Boulder has been a center of activism including animal protection efforts for many decades. The Nature Conservancy for example, with major representation and offices in Boulder, is a prime example. Biological... Read More

A typical night in a typical haunted hotel begins with a gorgeous moon for atmosphere. As the sun sets on the horizon, the shadows of the famous Haunted Castle near Boulder grow longer and darker. This is also the second most haunted hotel in Colorado. For years, locals have whispered tales of paranormal activity within its walls, but no one has ever been brave enough to venture inside and uncover the truth. Until now. Join us as we take an intrepid adventure into the unknown, and uncover the mystery of the Haunted Castle near Boulder in this first-hand account of our investigation into the paranormal. Exploring... Read More