Author: Piper Russell
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Here’s a look at ‘a day in the life’ of a Colorado ATV guide
For ATV guide Chase Goll, the office comes with mountain views, the sound of roaring engines, muddy trails, and a new adventure every day. Throughout the day, Goll serves as a mechanic, trail expert, storyteller, and outdoor enthusiast for Rock Pirates Backcountry Adventures out of Silverton. Although his ATV tours start with the first press…
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Coloradans have 5th-highest interest in cocktails across U.S. – here are 6 great cocktail bars to visit
Colorado recently ranked as the fifth-highest state in the country when it comes to who loves cocktails the most, according to a study from Ace.com. According to the study, Colorado has 3,607 searches per 100,000 residents and 212,029 total monthly searches across the state’s population of 5,877,610. The Old Fashioned leads in terms of drink…
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Weekly Weather Outlook for Colorado: June 9 through June 14
Expect heat and mostly sunny conditions in Colorado throughout the work week, with cooler temperatures and better chances for showers and thunderstorms as the state moves into the weekend and next week. Here’s a look at daily temperatures across Colorado this week, courtesy of the Weather.com report: Tuesday: Expect partly cloudy skies and windy weather.…
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Head to Colorado’s ‘wine country’ this summer to find more than 30 wineries
Although wine might not be the first thing that comes to mind when Colorado is mentioned, the Centennial State actually has some great vineyards in the state’s “wine country” with the Western Slope town of Palisade being a great hub for lovers of wine to explore. According to Visit Palisade, Colorado’s ‘wine country’ has more…
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Colorado rafting company earns spot on USA Today’s top ten list
White water rafting offers an exhilarating experience filled with waves and stunning scenery that surrounds the rivers. USA Today recently published its list of the ten best rafting tours in the U.S., and one Colorado outfitter made the list. USA Today 10Best is a readers’ choice awards program that highlights the best in the country’s…
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Storm impacts force closures on popular canyon routes
North Cheyenne Canyon Road and Gold Camp Road in North Cheyenne Canon Park are closed because of storm impacts from last night, according to Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. According to a Facebook post from Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, large amounts of scree and debris have been moved onto North…
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Climber sustains head injury after 50-foot fall in Colorado state park
A climber sustained a head injury after falling approximately 50-60 feet in Eldorado Canyon State Park on Saturday. The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release that the Boulder County Communications Center got a report of the fallen climber at around 9:09 a.m. According to the news release, the 30-year-old male climber was…
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Child drowns in Cherry Creek Reservoir
A child died after drowning at Cherry Creek Reservoir’s swim beach area on Saturday. According to a press release from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), witnesses told CPW that two children were on a float near the Cherry Creek State Park swim beach at around 4 p.m. One child left the float in shallow water…
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Historic Colorado town hosts Donkey Derby Days Festival once again
The 95th Annual Donkey Derby Days Festival is set to take place in Cripple Creek from June 26-28 this year. According to a press release, the festival will include live music, family activities, western-themed festivities, and the donkeys that “define Cripple Creek’s character.” There will be a parade on Saturday at 11 a.m. along Bennett…
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Multiple Colorado hot springs in the running for “best in the U.S.”
Soaking in hot springs helps boost blood circulation, reduce stress, and alleviate skin conditions, according to USA Today. In Colorado, hot springs often come with stunning mountain views. USA Today 10Best’s competition for the best hot springs is underway, and five Colorado hot springs have been nominated. USA Today 10Best is a readers’ choice awards…