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Stories, guides, and local knowledge from the people who call Boulder home.
Hike in Boulder: Best Summer Trails
Yet again, the seasons have turned in Boulder. Spring’s unpredictable weather and ever-changing trail conditions have given way to summer’s dependably warm air,...
Colorado Music Festival: What’s On Tap for 2017 at Boulder’s Chautauqua
Summertime in Colorado is a veritable bounty of opportunities for relaxation and recreation. Celebrating its 40th year of musical engagement and excitement in 2...
Treat Yourself to a Day of Free Fun in Boulder
There’s no denying it, Boulder is a beautiful place to live and work. The Flatirons are visible from just about every vantage point in the city and the aromas w...
School’s Out! Boulder Hikes for Kids of All Ages
Spring moves quickly in Boulder. One day it’s snowing, the next day the wildflowers are popping up, and then suddenly it’s summer. In a mere 3 weeks, Boulder ar...
Boulder Food Trucks 2.0: The Update
It seems like only yesterday I was writing to tell you about the delicious food truck options in Boulder and when I did a search on the site, I discovered to my...
Lady Brewers in Boulder County
It’s no secret that, in the past, beer brewing has been a bit of a boy’s club. One only needs to look at the list of breweries in Boulder to see a fairly male-d...
Wildfire Preparedness in Boulder County: Fire Season Essentials
As we saw with the Sunshine Canyon Fire last month, the threat of wildfires is an unfortunate reality of living in Boulder. With its arid climate and largely fo...
Boulder Hike of the Month: Skunk Canyon
Spring has officially arrived in Boulder. As long time residents will tell you, that doesn’t necessarily mean the wintery weather is over. Spring brings a littl...
Boulder Hike of the Month: Flagstaff Mountain Summit
Flagstaff Mountain is Boulder’s 4th highest peak at 7,283 feet and its summit offers incredible views of the Continental Divide, the Boulder range, and the plai...
Spice Things Up: Cooking Classes in Boulder
I’ll admit it. I’m the last person you’ll ever call when you want a gourmet meal. It took me until I was in my thirties to be able to properly cook rice. Even n...
Boulder Field Trip: Hike the Mount Galbraith Loop
Are you stuck in a hiker’s version of Groundhog Day, hitting up the same Boulder trails over and over and over again? If so, then it might be time to head to ne...
Boulder Newcomers’ Guide to Local Outdoor Recreation Groups
If you’re new to Boulder, you’re likely excited and maybe a little intimidated by the overwhelming number of outdoor recreation opportunities here. The City of...