NOTE: Click here for a more updated version of this post (published July 2020), covering these lakes and others in Northern Colorado. During the heat of a Colorado summer, it’s important to have a list of nearby lakes handy. If it’s hot enough to dive into these refreshing waters, take […]
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10 Things to do with Your Kids Before School Starts in Fort Collins
This post was updated on July 30, 2018 to include current information and recommendations. After three months of outdoor fun, playing all day and sleeping in, summertime is winding down and the kids are going back to school. Why not pack these last couple weeks with the most fun outings of […]
The Ultimate Guide to Northern Colorado Farmers’ Markets
NOTE: This post was updated May 2023 to include updated information for the season. The Northern Colorado region hosts two extremes. On one side, we have towering mountains, and on the other, we have flat farmland, which provides a unique combination of rocky areas to explore and fertile land to […]
Summer Date Ideas in Fort Collins
If you combine the wonderful date night ideas in Fort Collins with this region’s incredible features during the summer, you’ll create the perfect storm as you embark on an outing with your significant on a beautiful Colorado day. Check out some of our favorite summertime date activities in Fort Collins […]
The Procrastinator’s Guide to Camping in Colorado [Interactive Map]
This post was updated June 12, 2018 to include current information and recommendations. There are those fortunate people who plan their summertime camping adventure months in advance — clearing their schedules, making campsite reservations, checking the air mattress and tent for damage, preparing their campfire menus, and packing the Suburban with […]
The Best Happy Hours in Loveland for Every Day of the Week
You may revolve your week around the local happy hour schedule, hoping to save a few bucks by visiting restaurants and bars during off-peak times. But sometimes you get stuck in a routine, visiting the same place week after week. It’s time to try something new! We’ve told you our […]
The Best Places to Get Dessert in Fort Collins
While you may tack on an impulsive dessert at the end of your meal at a restaurant, we happen to think that desserts deserve their own specific outing. In fact, there are several establishments in town that dish up the tastiest, sweetest and most satisfying dessert options ranging from ice […]
12 Northern Colorado Homes With Serious Curb Appeal
While the interior of a home is of course important, the curb appeal of a property simply cannot be ignored. It provides an initial impression when you’re looking to buy, it’s the first thing guests see upon visiting, and it’s what your neighbors have to look at day in and […]
Your Guide to Recycling in Fort Collins and Loveland
The Northern Colorado region is known for their green practices, extreme care for the environment and eco-friendly habits. Just take a look at the way the residents of this area prefer two wheels to four, their love for solar energy and their collective green thumb in the garden. One of […]
The 7 Best Farm-to-Table Restaurants in Fort Collins
Northern Colorado is a region saturated with abundant and fruitful farm land, where fresh produce is grown and animals are raised by hard-working farmers. This thriving agricultural and farming community means we have access to the fruits of their labor — either by picking up local produce at a grocery store […]
The 15 Best Local Restaurants in Loveland, Colorado
As a locally owned company, we are major proponents of all things local. That certainly translates to a desire to keep our money in the community, as we invest in local businesses and engage in meaningful conversation and relationship with small business owners in the meantime. There are several local […]
11 Reasons to Love Northern Colorado in the Summer
Summer in Northern Colorado is something truly spectacular. While we find joy in every season in this beautiful region, there’s something special about summer. Summer means the weather is more consistently pleasant, the kids are out of school, the days are longer, and the community calendar is packed with events. […]