ESTES PARK The Director of the Intermountain Region, National Park Service (NPS), recently signed a decision document that will enable Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) to conduct reroutes and repairs to the Aspen Brook and Twin Sisters trails that were damaged in the September 2013 flood. Following the September 2013 flood, park staff prepared an Environmental … Continue reading
ESTES PARK The late night affairs of wildlife are often a mystery. While most people spend their evenings inside, away from the unfamiliar nighttime forest, there are animals, insects and even plants busy working after dark. For those interested in experiencing wildlife after hours, check out the Rocky Mountain Conservancy’s “Night Creatures & Evening Adaptations” … Continue reading
BOULDER The U.S. Forest Service’s Boulder Ranger District will hold a spring Stewardship Day near Nederland on May 13. Last year more than 20 individuals participated in the stewardship day, working to obliterate fire rings, rehabilitate campsites, and build fence to keep campsites confined. This year the Boulder Ranger District is planning to continue these efforts … Continue reading
Free slash and log disposal available at Allenspark and Nederland sort yards BOULDER COUNTY The Boulder County Community Sort Yard program, a free log and slash disposal service for mountain residents, will open for the 2017 collection season in May. County residents can drop off tree branches, logs, and pine needles free of charge at … Continue reading
By Jennifer Pund NEDERLAND Memorial Day is celebrated across the country to honor members of the Armed Services that gave their lived fighting in our country’s wars. It’s usually a formal, somber affair. The memorial event at Carousel Of Happiness is different; it’s “Ned-style.” The beloved attraction’s creator and staff welcome everyone to pay their … Continue reading
By Dominic Rickicki The seasons are changing and the insatiable itch of cabin fever is ever present here in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP). Spring storms are coming and going, wildlife have become more active, and even a few flowers have begun to bloom. As spring runs its course the Rocky Mountain Conservancy (RMC) Field … Continue reading
Rustic modern hotel is scheduled to reopen tot he public May 15 after completion of $6 million overhaul ESTES PARK Delaware North, one of the largest privately held hospitality and food service companies in the world, today announced it has rebranded the former Rocky Mountain Park Inn in Estes Park, Colo., as The Ridgeline Hotel … Continue reading
ESTES PARK In honor of Estes Park’s Centennial, the Town of Estes Park is unveiling a new downtown scavenger hunt, Pikas in the Park. This new activity includes 12 bronze sculptures of pikas, the small mountain-dwelling relatives of rabbits, placed throughout downtown. Following a May 4 kickoff with the donors who funded the sculptures, the … Continue reading
COLORADO Spring has officially arrived at Colorado Ski Country USA ski areas and resorts with longer and warmer days and spring skiing conditions. Extended ski season, parties, races, concerts and pond-skimming will be in full-swing at resorts in the region. Below is a roundup of springtime celebrations happening at CSCUSA ski areas near the Front … Continue reading
GEORGETOWN Kick off the spring by giving back to your mountain community and showing your love to one of our most precious resources. Join volunteers and help “Clean Up Clear Creek” in Georgetown on April 30. Clean Up Clear Creek (and Georgetown Lake) volunteers are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. at City Park on … Continue reading
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