Tag: Video
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Through the ups and downs of life, father and son have climbed on
Craig Richard and his father, Ron Smith, share a deep bond rooted in their love of climbing, starting when Craig was just 5 years old at Garden of the Gods. Ron, an accomplished mountaineer who once summited Colorado’s highest peaks and North America’s Denali, now supports from the ground as Craig continues their legacy, climbing…
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Rainforest yoga at the Butterfly Pavilion
The Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster offers unique yoga classes within its tropical rainforest exhibit, where participants practice surrounded by thousands of free-flying butterflies. The classes, which are popular and offered year-round, provide a serene environment that connects people to nature while promoting the Pavilion’s mission of educating about the importance of insects and rainforest ecosystems.
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Xavier Becerra visits Denver neighborhoods dealing with pollution
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Close Briana Gonzales, left, and Antonio Rodriguez, right, speak with other attendees of the 2024 Latino Policy Summit held at Metropolitan State University’s Tivoli Turnhalle in Denver on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. Tom Hellauer [email protected] Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save…
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Over 10,000 pounds of trash pulled from South Platte by non-profit this year alone
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Between the tall grasses and rocks of the scenic South Platte River’s banks lies a problem: tens of thousands of pounds of manmade waste ranging from cigarette butts and soda cans to car tires and discarded weapons. Beneath the familiar brick of Denver outdoor icon…
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Inside Lost Canyon: A look at Castle Rock’s largest-ever open space addition
Lost Canyon Ranch, a unique and significant open space acquisition in Castle Rock, spans 681 acres of diverse landscapes and wildlife habitats, marking a successful $15 million conservation effort to protect the area from development and enhance regional recreation opportunities.
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The mill and tunnel that shaped Colorado’s gold destiny
The Argo Mill and Tunnel, located in Idaho Springs, Colorado, played a crucial role in the state’s gold mining history, representing a major industrial boom in the region. Once the center of gold processing, it is now a historical landmark attracting visitors with its story of mining innovation.
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Craving Colorado | Cooper’s on the Creek
After years in the restaurant industry, Amanda and Ryan Cooper fulfilled their dream of opening up their own place, Cooper’s on the Creek in Georgetown. The restaurant attracts locals and tourists alike with standout dishes such as crispy Brussels sprouts and duck confit.
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Disabled students cycle, try archery at new Golden adaptive sports complex
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Tom Hellauer/Denver Gazette More than 100 students from Aurora Public Schools had a field day — literally and figuratively — Wednesday at the National Sports Center for the Disabled’s recently-opened complex in Golden, Colo., on the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Students, many of whom were disabled,…
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Air Force Academy’s construction projects underway
Construction endeavors at the Air Force Academy are reshaping its surroundings, with the new Hosmer Visitor Center nearing completion and Hotel Polaris on the verge of opening. Furthermore, Falcon Stadium is undergoing a substantial $90 million upgrade, while the Cadet Chapel is in the midst of a significant reconstruction effort, and the construction of the…
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A Colorado fly fishing legends reflects on life, career
A.K. Best is best known for his prolific contributions to the world of fly tying, where his meticulously crafted flies, detailed instructional books, and innovative techniques have earned him widespread acclaim among fly fishers worldwide.