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Rocky Mountain National Park officials have started temporary closures to protect nesting raptors.

Each year, to protect breeding and nesting sites of raptors (also known as birds of prey), Rocky Mountain National Park officials initiate temporary closures in the park.  Raptors that are protected include multiple species of hawks, owls, golden eagles, and peregrine falcons. To ensure that these birds can nest undisturbed, specific areas within the park […]

We need to focus on preserving what makes Colorado so appealing: our access to the wild, to places where we may encounter nature like it was before ever arrived.

Rocky Mountain National Park turned 109 on January 26, 2024 marking the signing of the Rocky Mountain National Park Act by President Woodrow Wilson in 1915.

There’s something for everyone in this Rocky Mountain town, from best-in-class outdoor recreation to delicious eats to historic haunts.

There are many trails to enjoy in the winter but not everyone is into the cold or heavy exertion. These nine things mix up easy activities with indoor fun on cold winter days in Estes Park.

Quote for the New Year – “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.” Fred DeVito Today Sunny, with a high near 40. West wind 7 to 9 mph becoming northeast in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 15 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 17. West wind around 8 […]

Christmas Week Quotes – “Seeing isn’t believing. Believing IS seeing.” The Santa Clause Today Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 47. West wind 8 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 27. West wind around 8 mph. Friday Mostly sunny, with […]

ARTS AND CULTURE Dec 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14: Acrylic Pour Painting Class. Inspired Artisan Market and Studio. See website for event times. Dec 8, 11, 12, 13, 14: Inktense Totebag Class. Inspired Artisan Market and Studio. Drop-in style. Dec 8, 11, 12, 13, 14: Felted Hummingbirds Class. Inspired Artisan Market and Studio. Available […]

It is a good time of year to be thinking about great ways we can personally make a difference in our daily actions. Last year we wrote about the topic of Sustainable Gifting, and we thought an update for 2023 would be timely. Last year we included many links for the suggested local non-profits, art […]