Professor Tom Huber ESTES PARK Ferdinand Vandeveer Hayden viewed Colorado as the next best place for mining and resource development for the United States following the Civil War. His well-known survey created during the 1870s was intended to hasten that process. Tom Huber, Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, selected … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK The Lazy B Chuckwagon and Show, now in the second season of its modern era, delivers a “delightful mix” of family-friendly cowboy music, skits and humor, accompanied by an authentic, “gold-standard” cowboy dinner. But it’s more than that. Much more. The production, which takes place in the historic Elkhorn … Continue reading
COLORADO Plan an awe-inspiring road trip through Colorado this fall, and experience the Centennial State in all its glory. Soak in the scenery as the aspen leaves show off their brilliant yellow, red and orange hues, and take advantage of Colorado’s mild-temperatures, sunny days and blue bird skies. Enjoy hiking, biking, or horseback riding on … Continue reading
Grand Opening, July 14 ESTES PARK The Town of Estes Park is pleased to announce the grand opening celebration for the Estes Park Transit Facility Parking Structure July 14, 2017 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the top level of the new structure at 691 N Saint Vrain Ave. A ceremony will take place … Continue reading
DENVER Colorado’s rugged terrain, outdoor beauty and inventive residents give way to unique, outdoor, adventure crazes. From burro racing in Leadville and practicing yoga on the water in Boulder to electric biking in Steamboat Springs and river surfing near Denver, Colorado offers several emerging summer outdoor adventure experiences. For more information on Colorado’s unique adventure … Continue reading
ESTES PARK The Estes Park Cycling Coalition is hosting Estes Park’s fifth annual Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, June 28. Cyclists will be offered a free breakfast, coffee, giveaways, informational booths, bike check-ups, and live entertainment from 6-9 a.m. at the Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Avenue. Estes Park joins communities across … Continue reading
ESTES PARK Rocky Mountain National Park visitors can now purchase a one day entrance pass or weekly entrance pass online. Visit go.nps.gov/rockyfees and follow the prompts. Your email confirmation will serve as your pass. Print out your email receipt, or show park staff at the entrance station your email confirmation on your mobile device. Take … Continue reading
ESTES PARK Rocky Mountain National Park welcomes Trident Winds Woodwind Trio from the Navy Band Northwest for a special Memorial Day Weekend evening program at 7 p.m., May 27, at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. Navy Band Northwest’s Woodwind Trio, “Trident Winds,” performs for official military ceremonies and receptions, as well as public concerts and … Continue reading
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
FRONT RANGE Learning about history is often seen as dull, boring and without relevance. Not in the mountain towns of Colorado’s Front Range. While the region’s communities have evolved since their founding, many still display obvious evidence of, and strong connections to, their past identities—which around here is either hard rock mining or tourism. To … Continue reading
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