There’s never been a better time to start birdwatching. No, really. We’re all practicing social distancing, which means lots of hiking, cycling, running and long walks. You can easily incorporate …
Boulder gardening mistakes you might be making
Gardening — how hard can it be, right? Wrong. Gardening is so much more than simply sticking plants into the ground and hoping for the best. And with Colorado’s dry …
Least-Busy Hikes Near Boulder
Boulder County is restricted to “shelter in place,” banning all non-essential activities outside of the house. However, outdoor exercise, such as walking, hiking, biking, running and walking your dogs, are …
Fat Bikes in Boulder
In Boulder, you can ride all year. Even if it’s snowing or icy, even if it’s freezing out, many of Boulder’s public trails and backroads remain open. And that’s when …
What’s New With Colorado’s Ski Resorts?
Your favorite ol’ Colorado mountains are dishing up some new action for the winter of 2019. Here’s a look at some of the new offerings at some of Colorado’s popular …
Guide to E-Bikes in Boulder
Boulder is a bicyclist’s heaven and has been crowned one of the top bike-friendly places in the country. One of the most authentic ways to experience Boulder is to do …
Boulder Hiking Safety Tips
Exploring nature and the mountains surrounding Boulder is why many people choose to live and visit here. But as beautiful as Colorado’s wilderness is, it can also be dangerous. Sometimes …
Cast Out: Fly-Fishing in Boulder
Want to cast out a line around Boulder? Boulder-based Front Range Anglers specializes in guided fly-fishing trips in Boulder, along the Front Range and the Rocky Mountain National Park. Front …
The Beginner’s Guide to Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Boulder doesn’t have the ocean for surfing, but it does have a different way to board the water. Stand-up paddleboards (also known as SUPs) continue to surge in popularity around …
The Beginner’s Guide To Rock Climbing in Boulder
By Hudson Lindenberger So, you are looking at the towering Flatirons looming over Boulder or one of the numerous other cliffs and crags sprinkled throughout the surrounding hills, and you …
36 Must-Do Items On The Ultimate Boulder Fitness Bucket List
When in Boulder, you gotta keep moving. The city has been named the fittest city in America more times than we can count. It’s easy to get active with the …
How To Stay Outdoors: Boulder’s Best Patios
It’s summer in Boulder, and it just doesn’t feel right to be indoors. Even after a full day of hiking, biking, hanging by the creek or just walking around Pearl …
15 Outdoor Activities You Probably Haven’t Tried Yet
Mix Boulder’s love for the outdoors with its endless creativity and you get all kinds of crazy ways to play outside. If you’re looking for a creative way to enjoy …
A Closer Look at Parkour in Boulder County
We all start out as parkour athletes, as kids jumping off benches, testing the limits of gravity and scaling trees. For some reason, many people lose that natural, childish playfulness …
No Lazy Stoners: Local Athletes Use Cannabis, Too
Flavie Dokken broke both of her femurs while serving in the U.S. Army, but that didn’t break her spirit. The French-born Boulder resident nursed both her legs back to health, …
Get Out: Guided Outdoors Tours in Boulder
Imagine if there was a way to explore Boulder’s wilderness — from the highest peaks to the waters, from bikes to belays — like a pro, even if you’re a …
What to Do If You See a Mountain Lion
This is wild country. It can be easy to forget with fine dining, traffic jams and a highly-rated university. But Boulder is snuggled up to the foothills. We live with …
Best Views in Boulder County and How to Get There
Clear some space on your camera. You’re about to go photo wild. Boulder is naturally stunning. Sometimes, it really shows off. Here are the best views in Boulder County and …
Winter Ski Trip: Jackson Hole
Antlers are the most popular decor in Jackson, Wyoming. Yes, antlers. They’re everywhere here in this secluded ski town, just south of Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone, thanks to …
Winter Ski Trip: Taos Ski Valley
Taos Ski Valley is like a breath of fresh air. From the moment you arrive, this resort’s character shines through. It’s an unpretentious, laid-back ski area with a big personality. …