The kids at Roundup River Ranch in Avon aren’t your average campers. All of the Roundup attendees (ages seven to 17) have chronic or life-threatening illnesses, but thanks to specially designed facilities and medical care from some of the region’s top pediatricians, they can experience one of the staples of childhood for a week each summer—for no... MORE

When running a competitive race, there is no room for distractions. Only one thing can be on your mind: the road ahead. Each step brings you closer to the finish line. In many ways, that journey is similar to the one that a recovering addict must take.In 2007, the two became one idea, as 15 participants of the Denver Rescue Mission’s New Life... MORE

If you recognize Ryan Sutter, it’s probably because you’re a fan of The Bachelorette. A Vail firefighter, Sutter appeared on TV to vie for the hand of Trista Rehm—which he won. (The couple married in 2003 and live in Colorado.) Now, he’s hoping to win something else: Financial support for First Descents and GrassRoot Soccer, two organizations that... MORE

The Buckskin Pass trail, which winds between the Maroon Bells and Snowmass creek, is a favorite in the Aspen area. Leading up and down spectacular divides, and across the Four Pass Loop, this trail is easily accessible to both hikers and backpackers. But its popularity has taken a toll on the terrain, as erosion nibbles away at steep and... MORE

It is safe to assume that many Coloradans love a summer hike, camping beneath the stars, or, well, just being outside. These experiences shape who we are. But what if you couldn't head to the mountains on a whim because your family couldn't afford the trip? Big City Mountaineers, a nationwide organization serving kids living below the poverty line... MORE

This morning, Colorado woke to learn news of a mass shooting at a movie theater in Aurora. According to the Aurora Police Department, just past midnight, a gunman opened fire at a showing of The Dark Knight Rises at the Century 16 Theater (located at 14300 East Alameda Avenue, just east of Interstate 225). Police have confirmed 12 people... MORE

A faded wood building built in 1903 stands boarded up along Main Street in Yampa. A light blue sign over the door reads, “Crossan’s M&A Market.” Inside, a calendar on the wall  hangs open to 1964, the year competitors purchased the building and closed it down. Vacant and neglected ever since, it is now slated as one of Colorado’s Most... MORE