Mary Clare Fischer, Assistant Editor

Mary Clare Fischer co-edits 5280’s Compass, Adventure, and Culture sections; writes for multiple sections of the magazine; and blogs weekly about health and wellness for 5280.com. A Michigan native, Fischer joined 5280 in 2014 after graduating from the University of Maryland’s Philip Merrill College of Journalism.

Author Article Archive

How Your Monthly Expenses Might Change in 2019

From housing to health insurance to gas, some things might be a little more pricey this year. Here, we take a closer look.

By Mary Clare Fischer

A Weekend Program For Bewildered Denver Parents

Moms and dads, rejoice! Highland's Mama 'Hood parenting store has put together a two-day series to help you solve all of your parenting woes.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Medical Assistants’ Roles in Colorado Health Care Keep Growing

They're neither your doctors nor your nurses, but their jobs—and training—could mean a lot to your health.

By Mary Clare Fischer

A Colorado-Built Spacecraft Will Reach Its Destination This Month

Osiris-Rex will aim to be the first American mission to bring back a sample of asteroid particles—which could give clues where else we should look for life forms.

By Mary Clare Fischer

The Utes Have Been Using STEM Principles for Centuries

A new History Colorado exhibit partially examines the intersections between science, technology, engineering, and math, and the Natives' traditional ecological knowledge

By Mary Clare Fischer

What Scents Remind You of Being Home for the Holidays?

We asked readers to weigh in on social media.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Gift Guide 2018: 5 Soothing Skincare Products

Here are five local-ish products for that special someone who could use a little TLC this holiday season. (Surprise: It's all of us.)

By Mary Clare Fischer

How Virtual Reality Is Providing Playtime for Hospitalized Children

Children's Hospital Colorado was one of five hospitals that piloted the new Starlight Xperience program, a virtual reality set-up complete with games, immersive field trips, and more.

By Mary Clare Fischer

It’s Been 15 Years Since Aron Ralston Amputated His Arm In Blue John Canyon

The adventurer and Boulder resident has turned his death-defying experience into a career as a motivational speaker, to help others learn from both his mistakes and his triumph.

By Mary Clare Fischer

What Denver’s Mayoral Candidates Can Learn From Kid Politicians

We spoke with the "mini mayors" at Sunlight Resort to see how they attained the coolest childhood office ever.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Will the National Western Center Development Benefit the Surrounding Neighborhoods?

That remains to be seen.

By Caroline Vakil, Mary Clare Fischer

New Documentary Chronicles Bill Coors’ Holistic Health Journey

The local beer titan, who died on October 13 at the age of 102, was an advocate for health and wellness before it was cool.

By Mary Clare Fischer

How a Yoga Summit Turned Into a Workplace Wellness Conference

Gina Murdock, founder of Lead With Love, says this year's summit (happening later this month in Aspen) will focus on how to implement a holistic, heart-centered approach to wellness in the workplace.

By Mary Clare Fischer

How Denver Health Transformed Health Care for the LGBTQ Community

As a designated LGBT Center of Excellence, the medical center now mandates questions about gender identity and sexual orientation, offers more surgeries for transgender patients, and provides training to all employees on how to treat LGBTQ folks.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Denver Startup Week Reveals Why Health Tech Isn’t Disrupting Our Lives—Yet

Plenty of barriers still exist for startups in the health care space.

By Mary Clare Fischer

4 Ways to Get Your Birding Fix This Month

From watching bird bandings to spotting bald eagles, there are plenty of opportunities to glimpse the state's feathered friends before the "Year of the Bird" wraps up.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Gregory Alan Isakov Is Releasing a New Album

We chatted with the Boulder-area singer-songwriter (and farmer) to learn about his new tunes.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Emily Schromm’s Next Challenge: Opening a Gym in RiNo

The former reality TV star has made a huge impact in the wellness space, with projects ranging from her own line of teas to a portable weightlifting pack. Her newest passion project? Opening a 24-hour gym in RiNo.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Help Set the Guinness World Record for Largest Group Meditation

Local meditation guide Michael-Blu and other community leaders are hoping to attract hundreds of meditators to a private ranch outside Sedalia on Sunday to secure a place in the Guinness Book of World Records.

By Mary Clare Fischer

What Does It Mean When a Man Who’s Not Supposed to Walk Again Does?

In the new book Finding Theo: A Father’s True Story of Loss, Courage, and Discovery, his father set out to find out.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Innovative Addiction Coaching Center Launches in Denver

Face It Together uses peer coaches and data-based tools to help addicts in recovery not only stay sober, but also make positive changes in their lives.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Denver Is Second City to Get Wellness Offerings Through ClassPass

Local ClassPass members can book discounted massages, facials, acupuncture, and other wellness amenities through the app.

By Mary Clare Fischer

How Aurora Is Helping Immigrants and Refugees Be Healthier

The city’s campaign to bring healthcare education to its immigrant and refugee populations has ended up benefitting other members of the community, as well.

By Mary Clare Fischer

What You Should Know About Bipolar Disorder

We talked to a local therapist to find out.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Two Wellness Programs to Get You Back on Track This Fall

These two programs from Colorado-tied women help others feel better—physically and mentally.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Local Photographer Has Become One of Colon Cancer’s Biggest Challengers

A year into remission, Scott Wilson's wildlife photography book has made about $40,000 for the Colorectal Cancer Alliance—and his work is far from over.

By Mary Clare Fischer

The World’s First Space Mining Program Launches in Colorado

The Colorado School of Mines' space resources program will teach grad students how to tap celestial bodies for all they're worth.

By Mary Clare Fischer

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.

By Mary Clare Fischer

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.

By Mary Clare Fischer