As restrictions lift from COVID-19, science understanding, appreciation, and education have never been more important. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is catalyzing our community forward. They will be reopening their doors on June 23 with a special member preview on June 22, 2020. Their promise to you is an unwavering commitment to safe, inclusive spaces […]

I have been planning to write suggestions for types of things kids and teens might want to do on and off screens this summer. However, I found that it was hard to sit down and write because I could not bear to write about little, carefree activities. What got me typing right now is thinking […]

After being closed since March 17 to help protect the community from the spread of COVID-19, Denver Zoo will reopen for Member Gratitude Days on Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11. Tickets for all other guests are on sale now for entry beginning Friday, June 12. In accordance with the latest guidance from Local and State officials, the […]

Though this summer may feel slightly different than most, there are plenty of travel opportunities that provide a family-friendly getaway. When making summer plans, add Leadville, CO to the top of your list. Leadville, the highest elevated city in North America with breathtaking mountain views, offers an affordable combination of outdoor adventure, historical mining heritage, […]

Colorado families want to ride their bikes more. To the playground, to the store, to meet a friend. But they don’t, and the reason is simple. “They’re scared,” said Avi Stopper, the founder of a new effort, the Bike Streets Project. Research shows there’s an untapped mass of folks who are interested in cycling, but are […]

As Colorado’s coronavirus numbers continue to improve, Gov. Jared Polis released draft orders Monday on the reopening of swimming pools and playgrounds and the resumption of youth and adult recreational sports leagues. The rules would allow outdoor swimming pools to open at half capacity or for up to 50 people, whichever is fewer. Up to 10 people at […]

There is good news on the horizon. I promise. It seems that summer is not canceled! While some of your favorite activities like Rockies games and summer events at Civic Center Park may be canceled there are a lot of other things that will keep going (even if maybe different than before).   Denver Summer Activity […]

The Big Dry Creek Trail has taken us from Standley Lake’s scenic shores to eye-popping underpass art. We walked buzzy Butterfly Pavilion-skirting trails and feasted on more cool murals, all in the name of exploratory walking. The next sliver of the trail features an opportunity to honor. With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror and […]

In part two of five of the Best of Summer 2020, we have listed town information for Boulder, Grand Lake, Twin Lakes, Colorado Springs, Leadville and Loveland along with numerous outfitter updates. There are over 100+ vacation ideas below including rafting, golf, swim, fish, kayak, hike, SUP, train excursions and more. Also included are the […]

The fish are starting to bite at waters all around the state. To give everyone an opportunity to get out and get some hits, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting residents and nonresident anglers of all ages to participate in its annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 6 to 7. The free fishing weekend is […]