Colorado is home to a diverse habitat, climate, and soil conditions that incubate a wide variety of plants including, dense forests, massive plains of grass, plus shrubs and ferns that cover the ground beneath us. And …
Wildlife
8 Delicious Foods to Forage in Colorado
For some Coloradans, the double payoff of being out in nature and having the ability to round up incredible things to eat is a major selling point of living in the Centennial State. Foraging locally offers the …
Common Wildflowers Found in Colorado
What does summertime in Colorado mean? To many, it’s the break between ski season, but to others, it means hiking season and a chance to see wildflowers beginning to show themselves to us after a long cold winter. This …
Native Fish of Colorado
Fish have been introduced into Colorado’s streams since the 1870s, so they’ve been around for quite a while and they have helped turn Colorado into a fishing paradise. But the state was already home to about fifty-five …
Fossils: Colorado’s Wayback Machine
Whether you live in Colorado, vacation there, or just briefly visit on your way through (but really, you should stay a while), you already know about its mountains, mining history, skiing—and of course, its really good …
How to Survive and Prevent Wild Animal Attacks in Colorado and Beyond
Animal attacks happen. According to Wilderness and Environmental Medicine, no less than 1882 animal attacks occurred in the US during an eleven year period. Which wild animals are dangerous? What should you do in an …
Majestic Birds of Colorado
Colorado is home to several species of birds and certainly has no shortage of picturesque backdrops for them to nest and roost. For those who consider themselves “Birders” and want to add a few sightings to their list, …
Common Spiders to Watch for in Colorado
For a lot of travelers, the mere mention of spiders is a bit concerning. The whole idea of a creature with two eerie body parts, an cephalothorax and abdomen, made up of an exoskeleton and jointed appendages creates …
Colorado’s Venomous and Non-Venomous Snakes
Some travelers may feel a little uneasy about the idea of encountering a snake on their vacation. However, most of the snakes in Colorado are harmless. As a matter of fact, of the nearly 30 species of snakes calling …
Mushrooms Found in Colorado––Deadly, Psychedelic, and Everything in Between
You might not realize it, but Colorado is home to one of the most diverse mycological habitats in the world. Particularly in the state's high elevation mountain regions, you'll find everything from choice edible …
Evergreen Trees Native to Colorado
When most people think of Colorado, they picture snowcapped peaks and mountainsides lined with evergreen trees. Though they can look similar from a far, there are a myriad of native evergreen species that are found …
Rare Animal Species in Colorado That are Endangered or Threatened
Colorado's stunning wildlife might look just fine from the view of your car or on a mountain hike, but not every animal that calls the state home is faring well in our modern world. Everything from the impacts of climate …
Fascinating Animals that live in Colorado
When it comes to Colorado wildlife, the first animals most people think of are deer, moose, and black bears. But while each of the state's usual animal suspects boast interesting characteristics, some Colorado animals …
Indoor Activities for Any Colorado Day
We all know there is plenty to do outdoors in Colorado, but there is also plenty to do indoors as well. While Colorado is known for its days of sunshine, 300+ to be bragging, it also has its days of rain, bitter cold, …
Native Wildlife Species in Colorado
Part of enjoying Colorado is being outside, whether that is skiing, hiking, climbing, camping, backpacking, or even wildlife viewing. For Coloradans and those visiting, the state’s wildlife is just as mesmerizing as the …
Savor these Free Admission Days in Colorado
There are a lot of free things you can do in a state like Colorado. You can camp under the brightest stars or hike up the highest peak, without ever dropping a dime. And if you remember these dates, you can save some …
Are There Wild Wolves in Colorado?
We know bears, elk, and moose live in Colorado's Rockies. But are there wolves in Colorado? The lone howl of a wolf was once a part of the state’s wildlife but has not existed inside its borders since the …
Top 3 Family Friendly Denver Destinations
[Children’s Museum of Denver. Photo: rhodeson] Denver is a family friendly city in many regards. If you're looking for opportunities for fun with the little ones, you have a lot of different events, destinations, and …
Educational Field Trips in Colorado for All Ages
Field trips were always the best school days you could hope for. They're educational and got you out of the dull classroom and into the real world. Too bad most jobs don't have the pleasure of a field trip, though a …
Camels in Colorado
The San Luis Valley is a spiritual and intriguing place that spans more than 8,000 square miles in Southern Colorado and into New Mexico. 100-mile views of mountains, sand dunes, and valley floor are just the beginning …
