This Invasive Insect Has Local Tree Huggers Worried
The spotted lanternfly may be coming to a tree near you. That’s not a good thing.
These Colorado Boat Builders Are Making World-Class Watercraft
Landlocked craftsmen prove the best skiffs and sailboats have a touch of Rocky Mountain DNA.
People Actually Fell for These Crazy Colorado Hoaxes
A fossil cast from concrete, a giant potato—this is what fake news actually looks like.
Need a Bouquet? Pick Flowers From These Local Farms
Check out these eco-friendly and gorgeous Colorado flowers.
The Coolest Things to Do in Colorado This Month, August 2018
Your short list of Colorado’s coolest August events.
Visit a Huge Bachelor Bat Colony at the Orient Land Trust
A small stretch of Colorado land houses a massive group of male bats—and other unexpected creatures.
Where to Work Remotely in Colorado’s High Country
The rise of the gig economy means many of us can do our jobs remotely while spending our weekdays exploring the mountains. We’ve got three suggestions for interim offices.
Where We’re Eating, August 2018
The restaurants, drinks, and dishes on our dining radar this month.
The Ultimate Larimer Street Bar Crawl
A survival guide to eating and drinking your way through the best new bars in RiNo.
Denver Comedian Opens up About Mental Health in New Book
Adam Cayton-Holland gets serious about his sister’s death by suicide in a new memoir.
Restaurant Review: Ultreia
Jennifer Jasinski’s latest restaurant pays homage to the splendor and excitement of Iberian-style dining.
Denver’s Top Doctors 2018
For more than two decades, 5280 has asked physicians in the Denver area whom they would trust to treat themselves or a loved one. The following 347 doctors—in 95 specialties—were nominated by their peers this year.
The Trials and Tribulations of Raising a Colorado Athlete
This is what it takes to rear a competitive athlete in the Centennial State today.
3 New Recruits Ready to Revive the Broncos (We Hope)
The Denver Broncos team taking to the turf is not the one you remember—and desperately miss—from the Super Bowl L win. Allow us to catch you up.
Inside the Fight to Beat Childhood Cancer
How Colorado physicians are outsmarting cancer, one kid at a time.
A Guide to Colorado’s Spectacular Wildflower Season
Colorado’s landscape bursts into a kaleidoscope of color every summer, when more than 3,200 species of wildflowers spring up all over the state. The high elevations hit their budding peaks this month, which means now’s the time to get outside and enjoy the abundance of hues. Here, our guide to where to go, the best ways to get there, and how to identify all those beautiful blooms once you find them.
The Long and Winding Case of Homaidan al-Turki
In 2006, a Saudi Arabian man living in Colorado named Homaidan al-Turki, whom federal authorities had long suspected of having ties to terrorism, was sentenced to life in prison on multiple counts of unlawful sexual contact. To this day, al-Turki has maintained that he’s innocent and was instead the target of post-9/11 anti-Muslim sentiment. What if he’s right?
Why Athletes Are Penning Sponsorship Deals With Marijuana Brands
Despite the risk of losing other sponsors, local adventure athletes have partnered with Wana Brands, Mary’s Medicinals, and other cannabis companies.
5280 Neighborhood Guide: Lafayette
There has never been a more exciting time to visit this vibrant city in Boulder County.
From Our Editor
A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s August/September 2018 issue.
How To Save A Life
A letter from the editor of the August 2018 issue of 5280.
The World’s Highest-Altitude Winery Is Right Here in Colorado
Head to Continental Divide Winery’s tasting room in Alma or Breckenridge for a crash course in high-elevation vino.
We Tried It: Indoor Cycling at Flywheel Sports
The New York transplant cycling studio has a lot of bells and whistles, but in the end, it’s about resilience and community.
These Two Nonprofits Are Working to Support Women in Fly Fishing
Two fast-growing groups, Artemis and Braided, are teaching women to fly fish, supporting the women who already do, and spreading awareness about the importance of nature conservation.
Colorado Leads Eight States in Historic Outdoor Recreation Alliance
The Confluence Accords, signed and ratified Wednesday in Denver, create a partnership between eight states surrounding shared values and practices within the multi-billion dollar outdoor industry.
A New Cookbook Reveals the Broadmoor’s Culinary Secrets
History comes alive in the kitchen and on your plate through this ode to the acclaimed Colorado Springs resort.
11 Must-See Shows at Underground Music Showcase
The annual festival takes over South Broadway from July 27 to 29.
Take a Cultural Road Trip Through 5 Colorado Mountain Towns
The Colorado Creative Corridor invites you to experience the creativity brewing in five different mountainous communities.
Denver’s Best Outdoor Swimming Pools
When the Mile High City heats up, head to one of these three outdoor pools to cool down.
Four Local Breweries Band Together to Create One-of-a-Kind Beers
Unique small-batch beers and friendly collaboration are at the heart of the Traveling One Barrel Wednesdays event series.
4 Things to Know Before You Segment-Hike the Colorado Trail
One man offers his sage advice on how to tackle the 486-mile Colorado Trail, piece by piece.
Oak at Fourteenth Cooks an Edible Ode to the Empire State This Week
Chef and Long Island native Steve Redzikowski is unveiling a limited-time menu that East Coast transplants will recognize and all of us can celebrate.
Nordstrom Picks Base Coat’s Polish with a Purpose
In light of Nordstrom’s recent adoption of Base Coat’s toxin-free polishes, Tran Wills shares how the Denver-based nail salon got started—plus summer polish recommendations.
Hike We Like: Herman Gulch Trail
This out-and-back near Idaho Springs leads to an alpine lake that is perfect for cooling off in the dog days of summer—plus you’ll get a great workout with stunning views.
Next-Gen Deli Rye Society is Now Open
RiNo’s newest Jewish deli combines old and new to delicious effect.
Must-Ride MTB Trail: Canyon and Benjamin Loops in Betasso Preserve
This Boulder County preserve offers a quick (but first-rate) ride on the Canyon and Benjamin Loop Trails, with stunning views and a few leg-burning hills to boot.
Pony Up Is Ready to Ride
Restaurant industry vets brings French dips, fun cocktails, and late-night hours to LoDo.
Get Your Adrenaline Rush at These High-Elevation Roller Coasters
Celebrate summer in the Rockies with a heart-pounding descent down one of the state’s six alpine coasters (plus, a new addition we’re looking forward to).
Eat a Burger, Help a Farmer
Friday’s special burger night at Marcyzk Fine Foods will help keep sustainable farms in business for generations to come.
Carbondale’s Cedar Ridge Ranch Is Back—With Alpacas
It took nearly a year of working with county regulators and support from an outside investor, but a family-run Roaring Fork Valley farm is once again offering overnight glamping, artist studios, and other guest experiences (alpaca yoga, anyone?) in an effort to prove that agritourism is a sustainable path forward for Colorado producers.
Denver Invests Another $2.4 Million in the Housing First Model
By many measures, Denver’s two-year-old housing first program, funded by a Social Impact Bond, can be considered a success. But not everyone is on board with expansion.
Denver Diners, Get Ready For More Modern Middle Eastern Food
Chef Daniel Asher and the team behind Bar Dough and Señor Bear will open Ash’Kara in the fall.
5 Reasons to Attend an Art Camp for Grown-Ups
Why should kids have all the fun this summer? Sign up for a weeklong art workshop at Snowmass Village’s Anderson Ranch Arts Center, and discover your inner Picasso.
This Denver Artist is Raising Awareness for Multiple Sclerosis
Sarah Richter uses photography to help others understand how a person with multiple sclerosis perceives the world.
Union Station ’Hood Gets A New Smoothie Bowl Spot
You’ll find organic acai bowls, cold-pressed juices, gluten-free toasts, and more at Whole Sol Blend Bar.
Mayor Hancock Unveils Ambitious Climate Goals for Denver
On Tuesday, the mayor pledged that Denver would transition to 100 percent renewable electricity by 2030, as part of the city’s 80×50 Climate Action Plan.
Meet the Man Who Lights up the Stage for String Cheese Incident
Andy Cass is in the business of making music visual. This weekend, he’ll spend three nights lighting up Red Rocks for Colorado-based jam band, String Cheese Incident.
When In Aspen, Get Your Caffeine Fix At Local Coffee House
Good design, good coffee, and good food come together at this cafe and shop.
Hike We Like: Mt. Harvard
Fields of wildflowers and panoramic views of the Collegiate Peaks towering over the Arkansas Valley make every step of this straightforward fourteener a rewarding journey.
One of the World’s Rarest Baseball Cards Is Now on Display in Denver
A mint condition 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card, owned by Denver lawyer Marshall Fogel, is on display (and heavily secured) through Wednesday at the History Colorado Center.
An Appetite for Activism at Slow Food Nations 2018
The second annual food festival celebrated world cultures and cuisines while urging attendees to action.
Why You Should Check Out The “Apple Store for Sleep”
AmeriSleep, an online-turned-brick-and-mortar retailer, may have created the best mattress-shopping experience out there. Plus, nap pods!
Cairn Youth Program Educates Teens About Environmental Stewardship
Volunteers For Outdoor Colorado has developed a program that gets young people involved in trail building, farm mitigation, and more.
Sesen Skin Body Wellness Is Your One-Stop Shop for Holistic Skincare
Owner Stacy Webb believes healthy skin starts from the inside out. She’s bringing that philosophy to life with a new boutique and upgraded service menu at this Uptown spa.
Colorado Bookshelf: Wild Together: My Adventures With Loki The Wolfdog
In a new book, Denver-based “professional dog dad, photographer, and avid outdoorsman” Kelly Lund compiles his adventures with his six-year-old wolfdog mix, who’s found fame on Instagram.
Canterris Canned Vinos Are Tasty Enough to Wow a Wine Pro
Master of wine Ashley Hausman found a canned wine worth seeking out: Colterris’ canned wines, made with 100-percent estate-grown Colorado grapes.
Would You Be Lonely Without Me? Paints Painful Portrait of Life (and Death) Before Roe v. Wade
A new art exhibition at Art Gym Denver honors women who died attempting to terminate their pregnancies before the 1973 legalization of abortion.
First-Timer’s Guide: South Lake Tahoe, California
It’s always a good time to visit this snow- and sun-kissed city in the Sierra Nevadas.
What Will It Take to Attract Women to Jobs in Construction and Transportation?
RTD and the U.S. Department of Transportation hosted a Career Days for Girls event in late June, in hopes that young women will consider jobs in these traditionally male-dominated industries, which are facing labor shortages.
This Month in Colorado Springs, Drinking Beer with Friends Is Art
Tom Marioni will kick off his most well-known exhibit, The Act of Drinking Beer with Friends Is the Highest Form of Art, at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center on July 18.
