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Articles By Terri Cook: Page 8

Only in Colorado: Mile Marker 419.99

After repeated theft of the ”420” marker by pilfering potheads, CDOT installed a peculiar post on I-70. 

Behind the Vines: Wild Women Winery

This welcoming winery in the heart of downtown Denver embraces the irresistible spirit of “wild” women (and men) who thirst for adventure, fun, friendship—and, of course, delicious wine.

Hike We Like: Interim Joder Trail

This recently opened trail north of Boulder connects undulating grasslands with forested foothills.

Only in Colorado: Bishop Castle

Ostensibly the world’s largest one-man project, this quirky stronghold southwest of Pueblo is a testament to what one person can accomplish by steadfastly pursuing a dream.

Hike We Like: Devils Kitchen Trail

This classic slickrock hike in Colorado National Monument offers a perfect spring break escape.

Colorado by Nature: Relaxing in a Rift

The geological story behind all those steaming hot springs in the Arkansas Valley.

Only in Colorado: The 10th Mountain Division

The legacy of this specially trained Army mountain warfare unit lives on in many of Colorado’s ski areas and backcountry huts.

Ski Trail We Like: Grand Mesa’s Ward Trail

This groomed cross-country trail offers a great taste of the excellent ski network atop Grand Mesa.    

Behind the Vines: Mountain Spirit Winery

The stunning mountain scenery near the base of Monarch Pass is a source of inspiration for this family-owned venture’s award-winning wines—and its eye-catching labels.

Why Glenwood Canyon Is Prone to Rockfalls

The story behind the longest I-70 road closure in Glenwood Canyon’s history.

Colorado by Nature: Why You Can Ski Crested Butte

Without massive volcanic activity and the help of several glaciers, Crested Butte’s famously steep terrain would not exist.

A photo of a beige brick winery with a patio.

Behind the Vines: Two Rivers Winery

This boutique winery offers a tantalizing taste of southern France at the base of the Colorado National Monument.

Ski Trail We Like: Shrine Pass Road

This classic ski trail from Vail Pass to Red Cliff is a rewarding excursion with a modest elevation gain followed by a very long descent, plus a great restaurant at the end.

Only in Colorado: Dinosaur “Love Scrapes”

Bathtub-sized gouges discovered at Dinosaur Ridge and other Colorado locations are the first-ever evidence of prehistoric courtship.

Hike We Like: Snowshoe & Swiss Fondue

This rewarding half-day outing combines snowshoeing with live music, Colorado wine, and creamy Swiss fondue. What more could you want? 

Colorado by Nature: Centuries of Changing Landscapes

From towering sand dunes to slimy seashores to lush rainforests, an exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science explores how the Front Range has changed over the last 300 million years.

Behind the Vines: Canyon Wind Cellars

Located on a carefully selected property beneath the dramatic Roan Plateau, Colorado’s largest estate winery produced the state’s first $100 bottle of vino.

At History Colorado, It’s In With The Old

History Colorado’s latest exhibit features hand-picked artifacts from our state’s storied past.

Only in Colorado: ProRodeo Hall of Fame

The world’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the sport of rodeo is located in Colorado Springs. Read about its history. 

Ski Trail We Like: Middle St. Vrain

This out-and-back trail through sunny glades and tall stands of evergreens is ideal for cross-country skiers with a range of experience levels.

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