Over the last month, the Cameron Peak Fire has made its way through Northern Colorado, burning more than 100,000 acres and destroying more than 50 structures, including 25 residences, in its wake. The fire is now considered the largest wildfire in Larimer County history. It has been devastating to witness […]
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Where to Get Locally Made Face Masks in Fort Collins
Quite honestly, we never thought we’d be writing about this, but here we are! There are several practices we’ve implemented since the start of 2020 that once felt strange but now feel quite normal — and face mask wearing is one of them. Ever since the coronavirus pandemic began, we saw […]
The 11 Most Popular Food Trucks in Fort Collins
Serving up everything from BBQ to tacos, and mac and cheese to ramen, Fort Collins chefs are cooking up some of the best food around. With all the ingenuity and creativity required for these inventive dishes, you may be surprised many of them were prepared on a truck. But in […]
13 Practical Ways to Reduce Waste in Fort Collins
To say Fort Collins is an eco-friendly city is an understatement. In the last few years, Fort Collins has been named one of the greenest cities in the nation by Expedia, an Energy Star top city, and one of the most environmentally friendly cities in the United States by ValuePenguin. […]
14 Fun + Unique Date Ideas in Greeley, Colorado
The lively, charming city of Greeley is a great place to be — whether you’re raising a family, on a budget or exploring the heart of downtown. Plus, there are plenty of things to do on date night in Greeley, from laid-back coffee shop hangs to ice skating adventures, and every fun […]
The Best Locally Made Kombucha in Northern Colorado
Over the last several years, kombucha has been making waves all over the world — and if there’s any region to embrace this unique, healthy, fermented drink with open arms, it’s Northern Colorado. We definitely know how to brew fermented beverages — especially in Fort Collins. After all, Fort Collins is known […]
A Complete Guide to Things to Do in Rocky Mountain National Park
Winter, spring, summer or fall — no matter the season, there’s always something to do at Rocky Mountain National Park, a renowned national park encompassing 415 square miles in the Front Range near Estes Park. Here, visitors (and there are a lot of them — more than 4.5 million per year!) can […]
Donate Produce From Your Garden to These Northern Colorado Organizations
Harvest season is upon us! If you planted a garden this summer, you may be starting to reap the benefits of your hard work — maybe even more than you can handle. It’s likely you have a hearty bounty of produce on your hands and not enough mouths to eat it […]
8 Things to Do on a Hot Day in Fort Collins
Whew — we have had some hot days lately. And with all the time we’re spending outside this summer, it can be difficult to escape the heat and stay cool and comfortable. Sometimes it’s convenient to just stay at home in the comfort of your AC. But there are so many […]
9 Unique Glamping Destinations in Northern Colorado + Surrounding Areas
In an outdoorsy state like Colorado, camping is all the rage. After all, setting up a tent amidst a secluded natural setting is perhaps the best way to experience the great outdoors. But for those of us who are less interested in the rustic byproducts of camping, you might want […]
The 11 Best Restaurants With Outdoor Patios in Loveland, Colorado
We are well into patio season here in Northern Colorado! It’s time to take advantage of the many outdoor patios in our midst, providing open air dining experiences enhanced by lush foliage, sparkling lights, sunshine, fresh air and incredible views. Let’s take a virtual tour of some of the best […]
Your Guide to the Poudre School District 2020-21 School Year
As with many things this year, the 2020-21 school year will look very different than years past — even different from this spring. All summer long, the Poudre School District has been working tirelessly to implement a strategy for keeping both students and teachers safe during the fall. This is an […]