Author: Piper Russell
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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…
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Visiting Grand Junction: An often-overlooked Western Slope outdoor recreation hub
As the largest city between Salt Lake City and Denver, Grand Junction offers plenty of space to explore. The town is known for its stunning natural landscapes, agricultural abundance, growing food scene, and outdoor recreation. History: Grand Junction’s history of human civilization dates back thousands of years to when tribes including the Ute and Fremont…
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Get 79% off standard costs with ‘early bird’ pricing of A-Basin summer pass
Summer activities are about to kick off at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, and the Summit County, Colorado resort is offering ‘early bird pricing’ pricing for its summer pass that delivers a value of $1,000 for just $209. The pass includes entry into the Summer Beer Fest and Oktoberfest, one full-day Via Ferrata tour, an Aerial…
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Summer astronomy programming starts soon at Rocky Mountain National Park
The summer astronomy programming at Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) is beginning on Friday, June 5 at 8:30 p.m. RMNP said that National Park Service Staff and astronomy volunteers for the Astronomy in the Park program will be on the east side of the park at Park & Ride Parking Area. Park & Ride is…
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Kite flying festival to soon fly high in the Pikes Peak region
The El Paso County Kite Festival is scheduled for June 20 at Falcon Regional Park this year, and it’s set to include kite flying, a wind-propelled craft project, a kite competition, and more. According to a press release from El Paso County, the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and is…
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Here’s a look at ‘a day in the life’ of a Colorado campground host
Although the job description might sound simple – greet guests and oversee the campground – the tasks of a campground host consist of everything from managing wildlife and cleaning dirty fire pits to setting up makeshift movie theaters and calming frustrated travelers. Before campers have arrived at the campsite in the rugged wilderness near Mesa…
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Weekly Weather Outlook for Colorado: June 1 through June 7
This week will start out warm across Colorado, with temperatures heating up even more towards the middle of the week with a chance of scattered afternoon storms. Heading into the weekend, temperatures will cool down slightly, with more afternoon showers and thunderstorms rolling in. Here’s a look at daily temperatures across Colorado this week, courtesy…