We like our powder light and fluffy in Colorado and there are many reasons we’re blessed with “champagne or blower pow.” In order to plan your perfect day of riding, skiing, sledding, or even snow..
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As kids, we stretched out in summer’s meadows and entertained ourselves by searching the sky for familiar forms in the clouds – a dinosaur here, a pig over there that magically morphed into a flying..
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In the animal kingdom, mating is no easy task. Locating, attracting and keeping a mate can be a daunting task and it can get pretty strange. From death and violence to artistry and performance;..
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As we head into the winter season, we can see nature’s landscape change. The temperatures drop, animals begin to migrate or hibernate, the mountains get covered in snow and trees begin to lose their..
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Brrr, it's cold outside. Or is it? Depending on where in the world you grew up, Colorado’s winter weather may feel colder or less cold compared to what your body is used to. Mid-winter in Vail the..
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Three-hundred million years ago, modern day Colorado was covered by a warm inland sea. These waters left behind thick layers of sedimentary rock that have been warped, jostled, pushed and melted. The..
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As the New Year begins, it’s hard not to think about the passage of time. Sometimes it goes by in the blink of an eye, like when you think about how fast your children have grown. And other times, it..
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Did Santa bring a new snowboard or pair of skis? Does your old equipment need a tune? Chances are you’ll be waxing your skis or board a few times this winter. But did you know that conventional wax..
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While the aspens and cottonwoods have lost their leaves in preparation for winter, Colorado’s slopes still thrive with an abundance of evergreen conifers. One pine stands out in a few isolated..
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"Meteor showers are like fishing. You go, you enjoy nature...and sometimes you catch something.” - Bruce McClure, EarthSky.org The author’s mobile observatory at 11,000’ in the Eagle’s Nest..
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As the snow falls and the days get shorter, you might find yourself thinking about hot chocolate, candy canes, and mailing out your annual Christmas or New Year’s cards. The first known Christmas..
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Thanksgiving has passed, which could mean a few things for you. I hope you had a joyous time full of family and friends, food, and the activities you enjoy. The completion of a holiday can be..
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