The 10th Mountain Division Hut Association
There’s Jackal Hut, Uncle Bud’s Hut and Betty Bear Hut. There’s Skinner and Margy’s, McNamara and Vance’s. All are names of the 34 backcountry huts owned by the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association,...
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Taking the plunge
Though winter has settled in the Rocky Mountains, that doesn’t mean you have to settle for being cold all the time. Natural hot springs dot the landscapes of Colorado, from Clear Creek County to the...
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Gear guide: Winter 2019-20
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Hygge in Boulder County
Sometimes nature’s majesty is best observed through a large window. Preferably while you sit next to a roaring fire with a cup of hot cocoa, a good book in your hands and a furry friend curled up in...
View ArticleNo pass, no problem
We get it, you work hard all week and like restaurants, nightlife, movies, art galleries, house parties and all the other fun weekend activities down here on the flatlands. So, despite the fact that...
View ArticleWinter, A to Z, Colorado style
A – Few places in Colorado have remained as true to their roots as Arapahoe Basin. Sure, the self-proclaimed “locals” of the Basin hate us Front Rangers, but pay them no heed, most of them moved to...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: The great Colorado ski area over view
It´s one of the wonderful problems to have in Colorado: picking the best place to ski or snowboard. Colorado boasts 26 major ski areas that range from the modest Howelsen Hill to the epic bowls of...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Winter screens
Anyone who has called in “sick” on a morning that fresh snow has fallen will relate to the opening sequence of Warren John Morrison skis Antarctica in Warren Miller’s Wintervention. In Miller´s...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Winter festivals
Colorado is known for its summer festivals, with world-class events like the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Boulder’s own Creek Festival and many more. But fun in the sun doesn’t end when the snow...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Cultural Attractions
When you get tired of braving the snow, wind and ice outdoors, there’s plenty to do indoors to keep you entertained. CU Natural History Museum After six months of renovation, the University of...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Music and events
Thursday, Oct. 28 music Cowgirl Radio. 9:30 p.m. The Laughing Goat, 1709 Pearl St., Boulder. 303-440-4628. Pepper. 9 p.m. Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Boulder, 303-443-3399. Friday, Oct. 29 music The...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: The firing line
It´s cold. It’s windy. Your hands are frozen. You’ve been snowshoeing for hours. Now the moment comes: the light on the Gore Range is perfect, with the snow reflecting the alpenglow that brushes...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Hot styles, cold weather
As cold weather approaches, winter clothing emerges at your favorite boutiques and from the depths of your closets. Although it’s easy to slip on jeans and an oversized jacket to combat the cold...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Winter cycling essentials
As temperatures drop and daylight wanes, many cyclists hang up their bikes for the season and retreat to the sweaty comfort of spinning class. But with winter temps averaging in the mid-40s and...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Winter fun for kids
Just because the weather turns cold and that white stuff starts falling from the sky doesn’t mean you should park your kid in front of the television. Boulder County has a plethora of activities that...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Gear up for winter camping
To some, the idea of spending a night outdoors in the cold, dark heart of winter is a miserable notion. But with the right gear and proper technique, the seldom-seen winter wilderness offers a...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Hitting the smaller slopes
For the frugal family or the college student without a trust fund, hitting the slopes is not always a viable option. The cost of ski and snowboard gear adds up when you’re trying to equip a...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Happy winter trails to you
Contrary to popular belief, horseback riding is not just for cowboys on hot summer days. In fact, winter horseback riding has become a popular, cold-weather attraction for Boulder County...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Fresh tracks
When the circuit of freezing on the lift ride up and dodging wobbly Texans on the run down gets dull, it might be time to take a look at the world of backcountry skiing. It offers the lure of the...
View ArticleWinter Scene 2010: Catch air
I´ve strapped on my snowboard for the first time in two years, and I’m standing at the top of a man-made jump staring downwards at an intimidating 42-degree slope. I’ve snowboarded for 12 years...
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