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Brian Church

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Brian Church is a freelance writer and outdoor enthusiast based in Denver, Colorado. Learn more on Local-Mountain.com.

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Find Gold in Colorado & Relive the West

June 25, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

In colorful Colorado, there is no hue that is as valuable as gold. Hidden throughout the towering Rocky Mountains and flowing within the state’s mighty rivers, Colorado is full of the coveted rock, although this has not …

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Bet on the Game at one of these Colorado Casinos with Sportsbooks

May 20, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

In May of 2020, sportsbook betting officially became legal in the state of Colorado for both in-person and mobile wagers. One year and $6.6 million in state tax revenue later, nearly every major Colorado casino has …

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14 Things for Your Colorado Bucket List

May 5, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Nearly every visitor and local alike have some sort of Colorado bucket list, ranging from intense outdoor activities to food, beverages, and unforgettable scenic drives. Whether you're here for a week, a season, or your …

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13 Quirky Colorado Roadside Attractions

April 20, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

With an endless amount of activities and destinations throughout the state, sometimes planning a road trip can be a bit overwhelming. In addition to the natural landmarks in Colorado, ranging from rushing waterfalls and …

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16 of Colorado’s Most Popular Breweries

April 16, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Producing more beer per capita than any other state, Colorado is a beer-lover's dream. The Centennial State is home to over 300 registered breweries, allowing patrons to try locally-made ales, lagers, and other fine …

FIBArk, CO

10 Outdoor Sporting Events in Colorado

March 22, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Perhaps second to the scenery, Colorado is most famous for its active culture and the many ways that people enjoy the great outdoors. Here in the Centennial State, we are lucky enough to have a number of annual sports …

7 Colorado Nature Jobs to Work in the Great Outdoors

February 6, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Do you love being in nature so much you'd want to take your career outside? Colorado has a range of jobs, both seasonal and year-after-year, available in the great outdoors. Some people simply aren’t built to sit in …

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The Pros + Cons of Living in Colorado

January 31, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

If you weren’t lucky enough to be born in Colorado, one visit may have you wishing you were. While people flock to the centennial state from all over the world, it's important to understand the pros and cons of living …

Mountain Goat, CO

12 Most Dangerous Animals in Colorado

January 31, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Encompassing multiple ecosystems from the high deserts and great plains to the Rocky Mountains, Colorado has its fair share of dangerous animals. Although the possibility of a harmful or fatal encounter is unlikely for …

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Colorado’s “Spaceship House” by I-70

January 29, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

It’s a spaceship! It’s a UFO! It’s… just a home on a hill in Genesee, Colorado?! Catching the eyes of motorists driving west along Interstate-70 every day, Sculptured House, sometimes known as “the Flying Saucer Home” or …

Avalanche in Breckenridge

How Common are Avalanches in Colorado?

January 26, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

Colorado's mountains are a paradise for skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobilers, but enjoying outdoor winter recreation in the state carries serious risks. Avalanches are common and lethal occurrences across Mountain …

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What to do Before, During and After an Avalanche

January 25, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

If you plan on being outdoors in mountains during winter, avalanche preparedness isn't just a nice thing to be familiar with; it's information that could save your life. Today, we're covering the basics of what to do in …

Golden, Colorado

21 of the Best Places to Live in Colorado

January 23, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

From the High Plains to the Western Slope, there is no wrong place to live in Colorado. And what's the best destination to reside for some, is likely completely different for others. So whether you're new to the state or …

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Is Kehoe, Colorado a real place?

January 18, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

If you’re planning a trip to Kehoe, Colorado, then unfortunately we have to tell you some bad news. Despite providing the setting for the 2019 film Cold Pursuit, the quaint ski town of Kehoe doesn't actually …

Aspen, CO

Where in Colorado Gets the Most Snow?

January 2, 2022 By //  by Brian Church

If you’re looking for the most snow in Colorado, you’ll have to head uphill. Tucked into some of the high-elevation areas throughout the state, Colorado’s Rocky Mountain ski resorts and communities receive some of the …

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Best Places for Stargazing in Colorado

December 23, 2021 By //  by Brian Church

Looking for the perfect place to look up at the stars in Colorado? For many, there is no natural experience quite as exhilarating as a night full of stargazing in perfectly clear skies. From the darkest corners of the …

Brown Feral Horse in Sand Wash Basin Colorado

Where are there wild horses in Colorado?

November 21, 2021 By //  by Brian Church

Nothing quite says the “Old West” like a pack of wild horses, and Coloradans may be closer to seeing a stallion in person than they think. There are estimated to be more than two thousand wild horses in the western part …

Flatirons in Boulder, Colorado

Flatirons on Green Mountain in Boulder

November 10, 2021 By //  by Brian Church

Towering over the southwest of town, the Flatirons are Boulder’s most iconic rock formations. As a set of dramatic, pointed slabs, the Flatirons provide a beautiful background to the city and can easily be identified …

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Are there rattlesnakes in Colorado?

November 5, 2021 By //  by Brian Church

Did you know there are rattlesnakes in Colorado? While most careful visitors of our state’s wilderness areas generally concern themself with bear, moose, and mountain lion safety, an interaction with a wild rattlesnake …

Big Sweep, CO

14 Stunning Denver Statues & Sculptures

November 4, 2021 By //  by Brian Church

There are hundreds of public art installations in Colorado’s capital city, and the top sculptures in Denver are some of the region’s most iconic. As most public artwork can be visited for free, 24/7, a statue tour of the …

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